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Welcome back to another episode of the It Just Works! Podcast!This week, we’ve got a packed episode filled with gaming news, personal updates, nostalgia, and some exciting milestones for the podcast!First up, we’re diving into The Last Pirates: Die Together, a game I was fortunate enough to receive a code for directly from the developers! It’s honestly surreal to have this opportunity, and I’m excited to share my experience with the game.We’re also catching up on life outside of gaming as Savanah and I officially moved into our first apartment together! Plus, I’m revisiting some thoughts from our recent Pokémon TCG episode and continuing the conversation about collecting cards.On the gaming side, there’s plenty to discuss!RuneScape: Dragonwilds – The latest updates and what’s happening in the game.Halo Streamathon – My mission to play through every Halo game before the end of 2026!Gears of War: E-Day – More discussion about the highly anticipated return to the franchise’s roots.Call of Duty – Catching up on the franchise and the latest conversations surrounding it.Godzilla: Destroy All Monsters Melee – Talking about the possibility of a remaster and bringing this classic monster brawler back!The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – Diving into the remake rumors and what a modern return to one of gaming’s most legendary adventures could look like.From exciting opportunities for the podcast to major changes in my personal life, there’s a lot happening, and I’m glad to have you along for the ride.Thank you to everyone who continues to listen, watch, and support It Just Works! Podcast. Whether you’ve been here for years or just discovered the show, your support means the world!Follow It Just Works! Podcast on TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, and Twitch for more gaming discussions, livestreams, and content!Keep gaming, and remember… It Just Works!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Pokémon Trading Card Game has been part of our lives for decades, but the hobby has changed dramatically since we first started collecting.In this episode of the It Just Works! Podcast, I’m joined by my brother Eric as we dive into everything Pokémon TCG! From childhood memories and collections we’ve built over the years to the cards we’ve sold, the ones we wish we still had, and the skyrocketing prices that have changed collecting forever.We talk about the nostalgia of opening packs, the excitement of chasing rare cards, the financial side of collecting, and the lessons we’ve learned along the way. We also discuss what it’s like getting back into the hobby and whether collecting Pokémon cards today still captures that same magic we experienced growing up.Whether you’re a longtime collector, someone returning to Pokémon TCG, or just getting started, this episode is for you.Sometimes the cards we remember most aren’t the most expensive ones. They’re the ones we wish we never let go.🎙️ Welcome back to the It Just Works! Podcast!#PokemonTCG #PokemonCards #PokemonPodcast #PokemonCollecting #TradingCards #ItJustWorksPodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Gears of War: E-Day – The Gears We’ve Been Waiting For!Gears of War is BACK, and this is exactly what I’ve been missing from the franchise!In this episode of the It Just Works Podcast, I dive deep into the Gears of War: E-Day campaign and explain why I believe it’s a return to form for one of Xbox’s most iconic franchises.From the devastating Locust invasion and the incredible atmosphere to the brotherhood between Marcus Fenix and Dom Santiago, E-Day captures the brutality, emotion, and sense of loss that made the original trilogy unforgettable.I also discuss the campaign’s biggest surprises, its connection to Halo: Reach and Halo 3: ODST, the gameplay, and where I think the writing could have been stronger.But the big question remains: Is Gears of War: E-Day better than Gears 4, Gears 5, and Judgment?For me, the answer is YES.SPOILER WARNING: This episode contains major campaign spoilers.What did you think of E-Day? Does it live up to the original trilogy? Let me know!Follow the It Just Works Podcast for gaming reviews, discussions, and more!#GearsofWar #GearsofWarEDay #GearsOfWarReview #Xbox #XboxSeriesX #GamingPodcast #ItJustWorksPodcast #MarcusFenix #DomSantiagoAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After 155 hours in RuneScape: Dragonwilds, has the magic started to fade?This week on It Just Works Podcast, I dive into my experience with a game that has completely consumed my gaming time. As a longtime RuneScape veteran dating back to the dial-up internet days, Dragonwilds has brought back that familiar addiction of grinding, exploring, crafting, and building.With 80 hours on Xbox Series X and another 75 on Nintendo Switch 2, I’ve finally defeated Kuldra, the Dragon Queen. But after reaching that milestone, I’m left wondering… what’s next?In this episode, I discuss what makes Dragonwilds so special, my obsession with castle building, the disappointing performance on Nintendo Switch 2, and why the game desperately needs more meaningful endgame content.Despite my criticisms, I absolutely love Dragonwilds and believe its future could be something incredible.Is RuneScape: Dragonwilds running out of magic, or is its greatest adventure still ahead?🎮 Topics include:155 hours across Xbox Series X and Nintendo Switch 2My history with Old School RuneScapeBuilding, exploration, and addictive progressionNintendo Switch 2 performance concernsDefeating Kuldra and the endgame experienceWhat Dragonwilds needs moving forward⚠️ Spoiler warning: Discussion of Kuldra and endgame progression.Thanks for listening to It Just Works Podcast!#RuneScape #Dragonwilds #OldSchoolRuneScape #NintendoSwitch2 #XboxSeriesX #GamingPodcast #ItJustWorksPodcastAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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