PinPoint Players

We’re Tim and Ramsay! This is a podcast dedicated to discussing gaming and the connections with the real world. We talk about different aspects of gaming like history, our own personal life experiences, and anything else that fits. Join us for a fun conversation! Here’s where you can connect with us or reach out to us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pinpointplayers/ YouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCoQCArzHC2HofAgg2OFT2VA Email: pinpointplayers@gmail.com

Will the New Super Mario Movie (2023) be any good?

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - What we know of the new Mario movie - Our thoughts on the cast list - If this will do well on release

07-13
33:14

Just how bad was the Super Mario Bros movie?

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - How bad the movie was  - Why it went from bad to worse - Alternate actors that could have been picked for the movie - The legacy it leaves behind

06-29
42:25

Gaming for Ukraine

In this episode. Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Ukraine and their contribution to gaming - Games and other mediums being influenced by their own cultures history - What others are doing to help - What we can do to help Charities to donate to help Ukraine: https://www.cnbc.com/2022/03/09/heres-a-list-of-top-rated-charities-to-help-the-ukraine-relief-effort.html

05-11
37:03

Speedrunning: Quick history & perspective

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss - Origin and first speedrunner - Our favorite games and their records - Our opinion on them - The future of speedrunning

04-13
49:44

Pokemon: History & Legends Arceus Review

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss - Pokemon's main games history - Our own history with the franchise - The new game, Legends Arceus - What a sequel might look like

03-30
46:10

Does Sonic still have a place in today's world?

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Sonic the Hedgehog's beginning years - The good times in the 90s - The bad times in the 00s - The awful Sonic 06 game - If Sonic can make it in today's gaming world

03-24
41:17

The Metaverse: Is it overhyped or the future?

On this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - The origins of the Metaverse - Potentially good uses - Scary ways it could be used - Our take with it as part of the future

02-23
44:26

Do our childhood video games actual hold up?

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - If our favorite childhood games hold up to modern audiences - What types of games age the best - Pitfalls of some older early 3D games - If the next generation will get that same enjoyment

02-09
50:46

Microsoft buys Activision, good or bad for the future of gaming?

On this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Microsoft buys Activision - If this is good or bad  - Metaverse implications - If the deal will go through - Big tech in general

01-31
41:21

What Happened to the Command & Conquer franchise?

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - The brief history of Command & Conquer - Our our history with the games - Gatekeeping in gaming - The possible future of the franchise

01-12
46:45

Gaming Glitches: Fun or Game Breaking?

In this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - The funny side of glitches and usefulness with speedruns - The bad parts where they hurt the game - The awful where it breaks the game - Our personal stories with them

12-29
50:49

Strange & Forgotten Games pt.2

Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Our remaining forgotten games - How it can be considered art - The all but forgotten game LSD, come back to life

12-15
29:36

Strange & Forgotten Games pt.1

Tim & Ramsay discuss: - How well video games lend themselves to weird games - Why do we accept them? - Video games as an art form or profit driven?

12-01
29:06

Activision has a huge culture problem

On this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Activision's treatment of its employees - The current lawsuits - The toxic work culture of the gaming industry - The gatekeeping of gaming - Where we go next

11-17
42:36

Why are video game movies awful?

In this week's episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Why video game movies are bad - How could they get better - Hope in the industry with better adaptations

11-03
48:04

When Will Grand Theft Auto 6 Happen? (Pt. 2)

On this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - The HD era of GTA - Our thoughts on GTA IV & V - What we enjoyed and didn't like - GTA VI and the future of the franchise

08-25
30:51

Grand Theft Auto and The Early Years (Pt. 1)

On this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - GTA and its accidental origin - The breakout success if GTA III - All the expansions that came out - How we got into the series

08-18
29:32

What happened to Rock Band & Guitar Hero?

Tim & Ramsay discuss: - The origins of Guitar Hero - Rock Band came into the scene - How they fared against each other - The rise and fall of the games - Where it stands today

08-04
46:30

Where did Split-Screen Gaming Go?

On this episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - The origins of split-screen gaming - The golden era where it existed with online gaming - Our own fun experiences with it - The modern era and where it goes next

07-21
39:33

State Of Pokemon Trading Cards

In a bonus episode, Tim & Ramsay discuss: - Pokemon's current market - Is the hype dying down? - Yu-Gi-Oh and Magic the Gathering's markets - The new collectibles app, Otis - What next for trading cards

07-14
49:00

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