The Gaming Outsider

This week, The Gaming Outsider takes some guesses as to what the next genre is that will take the gaming industry over. Before that, they discuss the week in industry news and discuss the games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (20:23) News (35:25) New Games (41:31) Cairn (PC) (52:41) Highguard (PS5) (1:10:11) “From the Outside In” Topic: Who Needs a Publisher? Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, The Gaming Outsider crew welcomes indie developer Joel Heath with Ash Born Interactive, who is behind a JRPG called A Demon Hunter’s Guide to Passing Finals. They talk to him about developing a game without the help of a publisher. Before that, they discuss the week in industry news and discuss the games they’ve been playing.Invite to Fuze social media platformHollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement***On This Episode(13:06) News(38:09) New Games(42:58) I Hate This Place! (PS5)(52:29) Dwarves: Glory, Death and Loot (PC)(1:03:42) Pigface (Steam) [Early Access](1:09:16) Ebola Village (PS5)(1:16:49) Ghost Keeper (PC)(1:24:00) Escape from Ever After (Switch)(1:32:46) “From the Outside In” Topic: Who Needs a Publisher?Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Gaming Outsider in back for its first episode of 2026, and the crew discusses their personal resolutions for upcoming year. They also check in with how they did with last year’s resolutions. Before that, they discuss the week in industry news and discuss the games they’ve been playing.Invite to Fuze social media platformHollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement***On This Episode(43:30) News(1:00:55) New Games(1:06:10) MIO: Memories in Orbit (Switch)(1:21:28) “From the Outside In” Topic: 2026 ResolutionsGrab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode of The Gaming Outsider, Scott, Zack, Jacob & CB welcome Grant Henry for their annual “Game of the Year” traditions. Before that they discuss the week in industry news.On This Episode (Start) Welcome/Introduction (26:59) 2026 Predictions (1:10:10) 2025 GO Award Categories (2:02:15) 2025 Personal Favorites & Most Anticipated for 2026 Grab the episode now on iTunes, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The GO is taking some much needed time away from the studio and spending the holidays with their families and friends. So in place of the regular episode, we’re revisiting a couple topics from prior episodes. This week, we’re featuring the topics “Games We’ve Ruined” and “Switch 2 Hopes”. In between these two, Marc stops by to talk about the demo for a game called ’Fatherhood’ on PC. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (2:30) Games We’ve Ruined (28:39) Fatherhood [demo] (PS5) (35:33) Switch 2 Hopes Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The GO is taking some much needed time away from the studio and spending the holidays with their families and friends. So in place of the regular episode, we’re revisiting a couple topics from prior episodes. This week, we’re featuring the topics “Quality of Life vs. Difficulty” and “Urban Legends.” In between these two, Sean and Marc stop by to talk about ’Terminator 2D: No Fate’ & ‘Taxi Chaos 2’ on Switch. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (2:21) Quality of Life vs. Difficulty (36:45) Terminator 2D: No Fate (PS5) (47:25) Taxi Chaos 2 (Switch) (53:39) Urban Legends Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The GO is taking some much needed time away from the studio and spending the holidays with their families and friends. So in place of the regular episode, we’re revisiting a couple topics from prior episodes. This week, we’re featuring the topics “Renaming Genres” and “Early Access vs. 1.0.” In between these two, Alyssa stops by to talk about Red Bow, and David gives his thoughts on Outlaws 2: Heritage. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (2:02) Renaming Genres (40:08) Red Bow (PC) (43:25) Outlaws 2: Heritage (PC) (1:09:33) Early Access vs, 1.0   Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO discusses everything that took place at the 2025 Game Awards. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (27:10) News (31:34) New Games (33:51) Marvel’s Cosmic Invasion (Xbox) (41:17) S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl (PS5) (49:56) My Wife Threw Out My Card Collection (So I Bought a Dump to Find Them All) (PC) (57:12) Side Effects (PC) (1:02:10) S.E.M.I. (PC) (1:09:33) “From the Outside In” Topic: 2025 Game Awards   Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO crew shares their plans for gaming in retirement. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (20:34) News (49:44) New Games (55:12) Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch 2) (1:12:39) Outlaws + Handful of Missions: Remastered (PS5) (1:18:30) Horses (PC) (1:36:05) Blood: Refreshed Supply (PS5) (1:42:52) “From the Outside In” Topic: Retirement Plans   Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content.   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO crew discusses the best ways to find deals on video games. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (16:25) News (51:27) New Games (58:03) Moonlighter 2: The Endless Vault (PC) (1:12:10) NASCAR 25 (PC) (1:20:34) “From the Outside In” Topic: How to Find Deals Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO crew welcomes TigerChainsaw, the developer of Maiden of the Dark to talk about home brew games on classic hardware. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (24:57) News (58:55) New Games (1:03:39) CloverPit (PC) (1:11:24) Hypogea (PC) (1:15:52) Total Reload (PC) (1:20:36) iLive Portable Bluetooth Multimedia Sound Bar/Speaker (Hardware) (1:24:03) GameSir X5s Wireless Mobile Game Controller (Hardware) (1:28:14) “From the Outside In” Topic: Home Brew Games? Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO crew discusses why people enjoy playing games that are punishingly difficult. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (11:53) News (35:22) New Games (38:25) Casting Whispers (PC) (42:50) A Pizza Delivery (PS5) (47:31) “From the Outside In” Topic: What Makes Hard Games Enjoyable? Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO crew debates what video games are the most influential on the industry of video games. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (21:18) News (37:48) New Games (45:51) Plants vs. Zombies Replanted (Xbox) (57:19) Ninja Gaiden 4 (Xbox) (1:05:03)  Tormented Souls 2 (Xbox) (1:10:34)  Hot Wheels Let's Race: Ultimate Speed (PS5) (1:17:17) “From the Outside In” Topic: Influential Games Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Nintendo Entertainment System by sharing favorite memories from the community as well as their own. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (23:03) News (1:02:03) New Games (1:05:26)  "Bounty Star" (PS5) (1:13:48)  PowerWash Simulator 2 (Xbox) (1:21:14)  Dispatch (PS5) (1:27:49)  Fast & Furious: Arcade Edition (PS5) (1:35:55) “From the Outside In” Topic: The 40th Anniversary of the NES Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO Cast welcomes developer Ben Ruiz from DINOGOD to tell us about his upcoming game, Bounty Star: The Morose Tale of Graveyard Clem. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (25:17) News (43:40) New Games (48:20)  "Scared Stiff" & "Elvira and the Party Monsters" (Xbox Series X) (51:11)  Blood West (PS5) (58:55)  Keeper (Xbox) (1:06:17)  Ciciloud Blutooth Wireless Earbuds (1:10:09)  Dreams of Another (PS5) (1:14:25)  Bye Sweet Carole (PS5) (1:19:22)  Snoopy & The Great Mystery Club (Switch) (1:27:43) “From the Outside In” Topic: Interview with Ben Ruiz from DINOGOD, developer of Bounty Star: The Morose Tale of Graveyard Clem Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the GO Cast answers questions provided from the community. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (15:17) News (50:30) New Games (55:27)  Ghost of Yōtei (PS5) (1:03:36)  Megabonk (Steam Deck) (1:09:20)  Mai: Child of Ages (Switch) (1:15:19)  Earthion (Switch) (1:20:41) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions   Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content.   Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the crew debates which year they each believe was the best year of all time. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (20:52) News (48:38) New Games (53:29)  Cronos: The New Dawn (PS5) (1:00:11)  Silent Hill f (PS5) (1:10:35)  Forgotten Fragments (Steam) (1:19:43)  Sonic Racing: Crossworlds (PS5) (1:28:29) Nicktoons & the Dice of Destiny (Platform) (1:36:37) Turbo Overkill (Platform) (1:45:23) “From the Outside In” Topic: The Best in Year in Gaming Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the crew debates which console was actually superior: the PS2 or the Dreamcast. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (23:08) News (51:35) New Games (57:13) Puzzle Quest: Immortal Edition (PS5) (1:07:02) Claws of Awaji (Assassin’s Creed Shadows DLC) (PS5) (1:17:37) Formula Legends (Switch) (1:24:40) RoboCop: Rogue City - Unfinished Business (Xbox) (1:35:09) “From the Outside In” Topic: PS2 vs. Dreamcast Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the guys take a deep dive into everything covered at Nintendo’s hour-long Direct that was live-streamed this week. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (20:04) News (38:20) New Games (44:11) Hollow Knight: Silksong (PC/Xbox) (58:50) Katanaut (Steam Deck) (1:11:15) Baseless (PC) (1:16:12) Kentum (PC Demo) (1:20:21) Storm Lancers (Switch 2) (1:23:43) “From the Outside In” Topic: Nintendo’s September Direct Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

On this episode, the crew takes a look back at the Game Genie and share their favorite memories of “cheater” peripheral. Before that, they discuss the latest industry news and talk about the newest games they’ve been playing. Invite to Fuze social media platform Hollywood Outsider / Gaming Outsider Cruise Info ***Time stamps may not be exact depending on ad placement*** On This Episode (15:43) News (31:23) New Games (36:11) Trails in the Sky [1st chapter demo] (PS5) (42:23) Super Pinball Adventure (Steam Deck) (49:01) “From the Outside In” Topic: Remembering the Game Genie Grab the episode now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Google Play Music and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Patreon! Also, don’t forget to check out our Discord Server and our web site, where you can read all of our written content. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-gaming-outsider/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy