Kevin, Logan, and Zach (he's back!) sit down to record the last episode of Ode to Games. Join the gang for this epic final episode where they go over all of the Sonic Frontiers Rumor Roundups, share their 5 favorite games from the last 5 years, and reminisce on all their favorite Ode to Games memories. Thank you to everyone who has tuned in over th…

Kevin and Logan react to all the amazing news from this week's Nintendo Direct, including Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Ghost Trick's surprise return, and Birdo's huge comeback! Plus, Power Pros' bizarre return to the West. Then, in the Ode To segment, the guys discuss the current state of the Pokemon franchise following Legends Arceus and Scarlet a…

Kevin and Logan highlight some of their favorite sleeper indies, including The Touryst, Demon Turf, and more. Plus, reactions to Star Wars Jedi Survivor's delay, recent reports surrounding E3, The Last of Us on HBO getting renewed, and more. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:54 The Big 3 are skipping E3 2023 7:11 Star Wars Jedi Survivor delayed to April 12:…

Logan and Kevin go through their favorite gaming series… and spotlight the worst game from each of them! Plus, hear impressions for Fire Emblem Engage, Hi-Fi Rush, and the Xbox and Bethesda Developer Direct. And, the guys talk about the future of Halo after a rocky week at 343.

Kevin and Logan revisit their predictions from 2022, and make new guesses for the new year. Plus, Logan shares his impressions of The Last of Us on HBO, some wild Sports Story multiplayer tales, and more.

Kevin and Logan share three games they'd like to play in 2023. Plus, Ubisoft outlines its struggles throughout the last year, along with another Skull and Bones delay. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:45 Rough times at Ubisoft 12:00 Xbox will hold a showcase this month 19:08 The Last of Us TV show getting rave reviews 28:10 Neil Druckmann inspired by Elden…

Kevin and Logan are here with the only gaming awards show that matters: The Odies! Join us as we reveal our picks for the Best of 2022, including best soundtrack, indie, art direction, multiplayer, and overall Game of the Year.

The unthinkable has happened: The Odies have been delayed! While you wait to find out what wins our 2022 awards, tune in to find out Kevin and Logan's most anticipated games of 2023.

Kevin and Logan walk through their Nintendo and PlayStation wrap-ups for 2022, sharing what games they played the most this year. Plus, they share which games they didn’t have enough time to get around to, including Stray, Crisis Core, Pentiment, and more. And, hear Logan’s first impressions of Dragon Quest Treasures. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 1:36 Ch…

Kevin and Logan highlight their top picks from The Game Awards, including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Final Fantasy, and Earthblade. Plus, impressions of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass Wave 3, thoughts on Xbox raising game prices to $70, and disappointment with Monster Hunter Rise's new console ports. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:24 Game Awards …

Logan has sunk nearly 20 hours into Pokemon Scarlet, and he's got a lot of mixed feelings about the franchise's first steps into a true open world. Hear about the negatives, like the broken leveling system and poor performance, and the positives, like the solid Pokemon design and good Terastalizing mechanic. Plus, Kevin and Logan share their though…

Kevin and Logan cast their votes on Game of the Year and all of the other categories for the 2022 Game Awards. Plus, more thoughts on Sonic Frontiers now that Logan has finished the game, more Xenoblade Chronicles 3 impressions, and franchises the guys are happy they gave a second chance.

After a year of rumors and buildup, Sonic Frontiers is finally here. And, it's exceeded all expectations, becoming Logan's favorite Sonic game of all time. Join Logan and Kevin as they talk about Frontiers' open areas, combat, story, traditional levels, and more. Plus, stick around to hear about Sports Story, PSVR 2, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3. Tim…

Logan and Kevin celebrate five years of Super Mario Odyssey by breaking down what they want to see in Mario’s next 3D outing. Plus, Call of Duty could be staying on PlayStation, the PS5 passes a new sales milestone, and PlayStation could be working on a new Uncharted. And, stick around to hear gameplay thoughts on Cuphead: The Delicious Last Course…

The current generation of consoles has been underway for two years now, and Kevin and Logan are here to break down how it's gone so far. From the lack of first-party software, to the console-specific features like Quick Resume, the DualSense, and Game Pass, we talk about what we've liked and where there's room for improvement.…

We have our first trailer for the Super Mario Bros. movie, and Logan and Kevin are excited about how it’s turning out. Plus, hear about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet’s latest trailer, Sony’s live service plans, and the panel’s memories of reading video game magazines growing up.

Kevin and Logan are here to say goodbye to the short-lived Stadia service. Meanwhile, CD Projekt has laid out far too many of their upcoming plans, with five new Witcher games, a new IP, and a Cyberpunk sequel all recently announced. Then, in the Ode To segment, the guys talk about their history and opinions on motion controls.…

Kevin has finally seen Sonic the Hedgehog 2, so it's time to do a Spoilercast! Join Kevin and Logan as they break down the best and worst parts of the Blue Blur's latest theatrical outing. Plus, The Last of Us on HBO gets a trailer, E3 is back, and we're close to getting our first look at Illumination and Nintendo's Mario movie.…

We’re nearly two years into the PS5 generation, and Kevin and Logan aren’t feeling the love. Tune in to learn why this generation has been a disappointment so far, with few changes on the horizon. Plus, hear about the huge GTA leaks at Rockstar, our favorite video game spinoffs, and Kevin’s thoughts on Bear and Breakfast. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:3…

A Nintendo Direct, State of Play, and Tokyo Game Show led to a ton of new game announcements, and Kevin and Logan are here to break them all down. From Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, to Yakuza's rebrand to Like A Dragon, hear about all the news you need to know about. Plus, Logan shares his in-depth impressions of Splatoon 3.…

It’s been a tough road for Halo Infinite since it launched last December, and it has Logan and Kevin questioning if the franchise should change hands moving forward. Plus, new details on Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Cyberpunk 2077’s DLC announcement, Mario Kart Tour removes its Gacha mechanics, and more. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro 0:37 New Pokémon Scarl…

In light of the Saints Row reviews, Logan and Kevin break down their favorite open world games of all time. Plus, Sonic Frontiers finally has a release date. Sony is raising the price of a PlayStation 5, and Logan shares his impressions of the Splatoon 3 demo.

Final Fantasy's producer says the series is struggling, but Logan and Zach thinks it's in a pretty strong place right now. Plus, Sega's latest statement on Sonic Frontiers, the New Tales from the Borderlands leak, and the best monsters in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak.

The Ode to Games crew discusses the latest Splatoon 3 news from this week's Nintendo Direct. And, they also dive into all of the updates from last week's Pokemon Presents, including the open world, the new battle mechanic, and more. Plus, impressions of Forza Horizon 5's Hot Wheels DLC, and the end of Kevin's 100% Stardew Valley journey.…

Live A Live is here, and Kevin, Logan, and Zach are all playing it! Join them as they share why they're impressed with the game so far. Plus, Mario Strikers' disappointing first update, a hint of GTA 6 news, and more. 0:00 Intro 0:22 Live a Live Impressions 23:30 First Details About GTA 6 28:57 A Lackluster Strikers Update 38:13 More Details on the…

What are your desert island games? That's the question Kevin, Zach, and Logan are answering this week. Plus, Playstation's new rewards program, Bear and Breakfast's delay, and another juicy edition of Rumor Roundup.

What's the best year ever for video games? This week, Kevin, Zach, and Logan each weigh in on their favorite year in gaming history. Plus, reactions to Bayonetta 3, Kirby's Dream Buffet, and why Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak could be the best Monster Hunter ever.

Sunbreak is finally here, and it's fantastic! Join the Ode to Games crew as Zach and Logan share their experience with the latest Monster Hunter expansion. Plus, reactions to God of War's release date, Splatoon 3's special edition, and Forspoken's latest delay. And, as we've passed the halfway point of 2022, the guys share their Game of the Year li…

Nintendo finally spoke up, sharing a Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase with a ton of great announcements. Join Kevin, Logan, and Zach as they share reactions to Mario + Rabbids, Persona on Switch, and Dragon Quest Treasures. Plus, the gang picks their favorite announcements and reveals from the wild month of June. And, stick around to hear first imp…

Square Enix has pulled back the curtain on the next installment in the Final Fantasy VII Remake project, and Kevin, Logan, and Zach are very excited for what's in store. Plus, hear Logan's early impressions of Sonic Origins, Zach's final thoughts on The Quarry, and why Kevin is considering trading in Mario Strikers Battle League.…

A flurry of announcements have happened in the last week, and the Ode to Games crew is here to recap and discuss all the biggest news from this week in gaming. From the big gameplay reveal of Starfield, to the announcement of the Last of Us remake, we've got you covered.

In honor of all the Sonic Frontiers news drops lately, Kevin, Logan, and Zach are taking a trip down memory lane and revisiting the most bogus 3D Sonic levels in history. Plus, hear about all the news from the Sonic Central, the reported 1-2 Switch sequel, Mario Strikers Battle League, and more.

Street Fighter 6, Resident Evil 4, and Final Fantasy 16 made for one of the most memorable State of Plays so far, and Kevin, Logan, and Zach are here to react to all the big announcements. Plus, Sonic Frontiers finally got its big gameplay debut, and reactions are... Mixed. Stick around to hear about Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, as the summer events…

Kevin, Zach, and Logan are back to share their favorite virtual places to explore in this week's Ode To segment. In the news, hear about Sony's latest investor call, Sega's goals for high Sonic Frontiers review scores, and more. Plus, why Kevin is back on board the Pokemon franchise after years of disappointment.…

Starfield and Redfall have both been delayed, raising some big questions about Xbox's 2022 lineup. Plus, Nintendo is trying to avoid repeating history with the Switch's successor, and the guys break down what they want to see from Switch 2. And, hear the crew's initial reaction to the PlayStation Plus game lineup.…

Logan and Zach have played a lot of Switch Sports, and they share their thoughts on the news sports, and the package as a whole. Plus, hear expectations for Microsoft’s summer showcase, Kevin’s final thoughts on Horizon Forbidden West, and the latest Sonic Frontiers Rumor Roundup.

Splatoon 3 finally has a release date, but we still haven’t seen everything this game has to offer. Join Logan, Kevin, and Zach as they discuss what they still want to see from the next entry in Nintendo’s shooter series. Plus, hear reactions to the Mario Movie’s delay, the Saints Row’s customization options, and a new Tales from the Borderlands. A…

Sonic’s latest classic collection is here, and along with it comes some more strange pricing from Sega. Join Logan and Kevin as they break down the announcement, as well as The Witcher 3’s next-gen delay, Amy Hennig’s revived Star Wars game, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3’s adjusted release date. Plus, the guys share the GameBoy and GBA games they want…

Zach and Logan have seen Sonic the Hedgehog 2! Listen in as they give their spoiler-free impressions of the sequel, while Kevin waits until August to see it. Plus, Kingdom Hearts 4 was announced this week, and the panel shares reactions to the early footage. And, first gameplay impressions of Ghostwire: Tokyo and Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands (Spoiler: o…

E3 2022 is off the books, and Kevin, Logan, and Zach share their reactions to the news. Plus, thoughts on the new Tomb Raider announcement, Xbox Series X’s stabilizing stock, and another discussion about Sonic’s quill length. And, in the Ode To, hear about the Game of the Year contenders at the ¼ mark of 2022.…

The latest Kirby game is finally here, and Kevin and Logan share their early thoughts on Kirby's biggest Switch outing to date. Plus, Breath of the Wild 2 has been delayed to 2023, and the panel shares thoughts on what it means for the sequel and Nintendo's 2022 lineup. And, Sony has finally revealed its Game Pass competitor, which has led to some …

The first wave of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Booster Course Pass is out now, and Logan and Kevin are torn on the product as a whole. Listen in as they hash out their thoughts on the good, the bad, and the (literally) ugly of the DLC. Plus, the Switch finally has folders, CD Projekt announced their next game way too early, and Nintendo is shutting down a…

The title really says it all for this week's episode of Ode to Games! Kev finally got his hands on a PlayStation 5, and he has thoughts on Astro's Playroom, Horizon Forbidden West, and the console itself. Plus, Logan and Zach are obsessed with Elden Ring, and are here to share more fun (and sometimes frightening) adventures from the Lands Between.…

The Ode to Games crew has been playing a ton of games this week! First up, hear Zach and Logan’s final thoughts on Horizon Forbidden West. Plus, early impressions of the demos for Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Strangers In Paradise. And, Logan and Zach have taken the plunge into Elden Ring, and they share their early stories from the Lands Betwe…

Kevin, Logan, and Zach are throwing a huge birthday party for the Nintendo Switch on this week's Ode to Games, as Nintendo's lovely hybrid console just turned five years old. From their first memories of the console, to the definitive list of the top ten best Switch games, sit back and enjoy reminiscing over the Switch era thus far. But before they…

Horizon is finally here, and Logan and Zach have put a solid amount of time into the latest PS5 release. Hear about the game's highs with its brilliant combat and gorgeous visuals, and its lows with Aloy's chattiness and an overstuffed map. Plus, Kevin has impressions of the Uncharted movie, and the guys talk about which 3DS and Wii U games you sho…

It's a sad day for Nintendo fans and gamers everywhere, as Nintendo has revealed plans to shut down service for two of its consoles. Join Kevin, Logan, and Zach as they react to Nintendo's announcement of the eShop closure on 3DS and Wii U. Plus, hear about Cyberpunk 2077's next-gen update, big news for the Sonic Cinematic Universe, and the crew's …

From Mario Kart 8's DLC to Mario Strikers making a return, Logan, Kevin, and Zach were very impressed with the latest Nintendo Direct. Hear their impressions of all the big announcements, including Nintendo Switch Sports, Fire Emblem Warriors, and more. Plus, final impressions on Skyward Sword HD, our first look at Ghostwire Tokyo, and the latest f…

The Ode to Games gang walks through the latest acquisition to shake the games industry. And, the Switch just keeps selling, and we react to the first reported sales numbers for Metroid Dread, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and more. And in this week's Sonic Frontiers Rumor Roundup, hear what we think Sonic's new combat could look like…

Ode to Games is back after the huge Episode 200 celebration! Zach's PS5 is here, along with Zach's impressions of Miles Morales, Hitman 3, and more. Kevin is diving into the world of Mafia 2 remastered, and has some entertaining stories to tell about the game's glitches. Plus, Logan is making his way through Skyward Sword, and has some fresh though…