Dead Tired Dads

Once again, the dads rant against the death of physical media. Then Josh talks about a game that he bought a digital copy for. Ryan talks about Advance Wars 1 & 2.

In today's episode Josh and Ryan talk Tamagotchi and other digital pets. Ryan reviews Another Crab's Treasure and the frustrations of "Souls Style" games. Josh reviews Princess Peach Showtime and the need for more intro level games.

It's time for our May news episode. There are acquisitions, lawsuits, and Microsoft may be changing the console landscape, while Sony wonders what exactly they are doing. Also, LEGOs are expensive.

Today's episode features bulging muscles and television references (and absolutely no negative references to Scientology). Ryan has been playing Shredder's Revenge and Josh gives a brief introduction to Hogwarts Legacy.

WELCOME to the April News episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast. In this episode Josh gets free stuff, and debate rages over Game Informer's selection process for the greatest game of all time (even if the outcome is accurate).

In this brand new Dead Tired Dads Podcast episode Matt returns (and this time you can hear him!). There's a lot of talk about Street Fighter II, Street Fighter the Movie, and Street Fighter the Movie the Game (it's confusing but that's ok). Ryan reviews Persona 3, Josh sorta reviews Myst on Occulus and Hawked, and Matt reviews the new Battle Royale mode in WOW, then talks about Unicorn Overlord, and reviews Final Fantasy VII for the Switch. This episode is chock full of nuts so get some. (EDIT 5/2/2024 corrected outro music)

Welcome to the March news update! Josh realizes that he wasted years not eating enough bacon. Also, Matt rejoins the podcast (but there were some audio issues...so he's hard to hear). Also layoffs are happening in the gaming industry, there's a new X-Men Cartoon and an official announcement for a new Mario movie, and fast travel is bad...unless it leads to a new possibility for a micro-transaction. SERIOUSLY, DO NOT EAT RAW MEAT!

On this very special episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast, Josh discovers his hidden desire to start a hockey team in Kentucky. The Dads also learn that playing video games is actually very good for you and can be educational. Daniel relays information from a study that sheds light on how video games are actually good for you. Josh talks about how video games have helped him be a better musician and discusses the subscription based Rocksmith+. Ryan talks about using captured monsters to build factories in Palworld.

Welcome to our February news episode. Come hear about the incredible 18th century Christmas tradition Snapdragon (also known as burn your 18th century cottage down). Also in this episode, Disney spends a ton of money investing in Epic Games, lots of new Nintendo games were announced, and is Xbox seems to be trying to murder it's console department?

Welcome to season 3! This is our first video game news episode. Josh also bought a new toothbrush, which seemed important at the time. Mickey Mouse is in the public domain. What does that mean for video games? Microsoft had a developers' conference announcing 5 new games. Also, Mario and Donkey Kong aren't friends anymore.

Have you listened to our other episodes? Cause you should. This episode features lots of references. Daniel fails at his ONE JOB. Ryan explores the world of video game streaming. Josh plays a great game that is not Game of the Year material.

This episode introduces a new dad to the podcast. Ryan forgets the first rule of electronics. Josh has a new GameStop rant. Josh talks about Pikmin Remastered. Ryan talks about Xcom2.

An episode filled with ADD moments. Today the podcast welcomes 3 exceptionally dead tired dads. Ryan kinda talks about Metroid Prime Remastered, Matt talks about Baldur's Gate 3, and Josh plays with Legos.

Special guest and Dead Tired Mom Emi returns in this episode where she and Josh talk about his foolishness and if you stick around long enough you get to hear a little bit more about their early relationship. They also talk about video games, cause you know, that's what this podcast is about.

This super special episode features the greatest guest the Dead Tired Dads Podcast has ever had. Josh's wife Emily comes on and gives us her top five games. Josh reviews Lego 2k Drive.

In this episode Ryan returns. Josh (The Glue) loses big due to purchase paralysis but then wins big at GameStop (for a change). Ryan laments the fact that one person doesn't like us (for some reason). There is only one game that matters this month and Ryan and Josh talk about it A LOT. Come hear what they have to say about "The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom."

Ryan gets a break as long time friend and co-founder of Dead Tired Dads, Matt, fills in. In this episode the dads talk about some games but also video games in other media.

In this jam packed episode of the Dead Tired Dads Podcast, Josh takes his kids to a drum store.  Ryan tries to read Stephen King and Josh also tries to read books.  Josh also almost plays God of War, but gets distracted by something more important.  Ryan plays Xenoblade Chronicles and The Legend of Zelda: Minish Cap.  Josh also introduces a new segment on the show and once again rants on Gamestop.

Welcome back!  This is a super special season 2 premiere, full of glorious video game discussion and commentary on daily life with kids.  ENJOY!!

In a very special Season Finale Josh and Ryan reflect on the last year of making the Dead Tired Dads Podcast.