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Hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren explore the world of video games from the perspective of average video game players. The goal of this show is to shine a light on awesome people in the gaming community while also diving deep into some of our favorite games. Do you enjoy playing games on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, or even physically on a board? Love getting lost in massive role playing games like The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt or The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim? How about overcoming challenges in games like Dark Souls or Bloodborne? Or even competing in your favorite sports game like MLB The Show or Madden? And don't forget the colorful and vibrant worlds of Mario and The Legend of Zelda! Then give Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers a listen and let us know what you think. Stay Friendly, Gamers!
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Welcome back to the neighborhood and thank you so much for listening!On today’s episode we are joined by one of the hosts of the Fake Gamer Girls podcast, a show hosted by three sisters with the goal of creating a space for anyone who has been called a fake gamer, been told they don’t play “real games”, or are just looking for a space to be silly and unserious while talking about gaming! Please welcome to the show, Sam!Follow Fake Gamer Girls here:https://fakegamergirls.com/https://open.s...
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice is an action-adventure game developed and published by Ninja Theory. Set in a dark fantasy world inspired by Norse mythology and Celtic culture, the game follows Senua, a Pict warrior who must make her way to Helheim in order to rescue the soul of her dead lover from the goddess Hela.Self-described as an "independent AAA game", Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice was created by a team of approximately twenty developers. The game blends different gameplay mechanics and co...
Dark Souls Month is over and we are back with another Neighborhood Watch! This time we are discussing Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Sker Ritual, Helldivers 2, and Rimworld Anomaly! Come catch up with us as we get back to our regularly scheduled programming. What have you been playing lately? Let us know by joining our Discord server with the link below! And if you're enjoying the podcast, please leave a 5 star rating and review!Stay Friendly, Gamers!WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DIS...
The community surrounding FromSoftware, is a passionate one. It is a testament to the impact of From’s games such as Elden Ring, Dark Souls, Bloodborne, and Sekiro. The members of this community share a common love for the challenging, immersive worlds that FromSoftware creates, and their interactions extend beyond the games themselves, fostering a sense of camaraderie and shared experience. This is a reflection of FromSoftware’s commitment to creating games that are not only entert...
The Japanese game development studio FromSoftware, has carved out a unique niche in the gaming industry with its distinctive approach to game design.They are renowned for pioneering the ‘Soulslike’ genre, which emphasizes challenging gameplay, minimal hand holding, and a deep sense of accomplishment upon overcoming difficult obstacles.The storytelling in their games is often indirect, allowing players to uncover the lore and narrative through piecing together environmental clues. This approac...
As fires fade and the world falls into ruin, developer FROMSOFTWARE and director Hidetaka Miyazaki continue their critically-acclaimed and genre-defining series with Dark Souls III. Fans and newcomers alike will get lost in the game's hallmark rewarding gameplay and immersive graphics. Now only embers remain…Dark Souls III is an action role-playing game developed by FromSoftware and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment for PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Windows. The third and final entry in ...
Developed by FROM SOFTWARE, Dark Souls II is the highly anticipated sequel to the grueling 2011 breakout hit Dark Souls. The unique old-school action RPG experience captivated imaginations of gamers worldwide with incredible challenge and intense emotional reward.Dark Souls II brings the franchise’s renowned obscurity & gripping gameplay innovations to both single and multiplayer experiences.Join the dark journey and experience overwhelming enemy encounters, diabolical hazards, and the un...
Prepare for a new, despair-inducing world, with a vast, fully-explorable horizon and vertically-oriented landforms. Prepare for a new, mysterious story, centered around the world of Lodran, but most of all, prepare to die. You will face countless murderous traps, countless darkly grotesque mobs and several gargantuan, supremely powerful demons and dragon bosses. You must learn from death to persist through this unforgiving world. And you aren’t alone. Dark Souls allows the spirits of other pl...
On this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, Andrew and Dylan are joined by some very special guests in order to take things back to the days of Level Playing Field! Aubrey, Abi, and Delaney join the show to answer 35 video game questions while enjoying some adult beverages. Obviously chaos ensues, and obviously Andrew regrets it all when it's time to edit, but hopefully you, the listener enjoy the ride! WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg...
Join hosts Andrew Kimball and Dylan Wren on this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers as they delve into the captivating realm of double A (AA) video games. As the industry experiences a shift in talent and a rise in mid-tier game development, our hosts explore the impact on the gaming landscape and the attention now given to these unique titles.From discussing the distinctions between double A and triple A games to sharing their personal experiences with discovering lesser-known gems...
On this episode of the podcast, Andrew is joined by his new brother-in-law, Joe Sommer! They discuss the latest game in the 2D Mario series, Super Mario Bros. Wonder! Everything from the Wonder Flowers, to the playable characters, to the fresh art-style and personality of the game is talked about. At the end of the conversation they give their verdicts, is this game one of the all time greats, or can you skip it? Listen and find out!Be sure to stick around at the end of the episode to hear wh...
In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve deep into the world of gaming subscriptions. The hosts explore the value of Xbox Gamepass and its potential impact on traditional game purchases. They also discuss the rising prices of games and the sustainability of such high costs for consumers, emphasizing the changing nature of game experiences and the impact on gamers' wallets.Throughout the episode, they share their own experiences and prefer...
On this episode of the Neighborhood Watch, Andrew and Dylan break down the recent Xbox drama and the overreaction from the gaming community. Then, they dive into the list of games they've been playing recently. Andrew has been playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with his daughter while Dylan had been vibing in Sea of Thieves. They have also each been playing their preferred card games of choice, Magic the Gathering and Marvel Snap. And there is some chat about Skull and Bones and the inte...
On this episode of "Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers," host Andrew Kimball dives into the world of Final Fantasy VII Remake with guest Caleb Van Nice. They dissect the challenges of translation in video games, delve into the visual and narrative elements of the game, and discuss the incredible and intricate combat system. Andrew and Caleb express excitement for this unique remake and share some constructive criticism for the future installments in the series. So please enjoy this conversatio...
This week on the show, the FN Gamers are joined by the host of the Gamer Parents Podcast, Kevin! They discuss the rewards and challenges of podcasting and streaming while also taking care of their family responsibilities. Kevin shares the motivations behind his content and that at the end of the day, he enjoys doing something he loves with his wife and that's what really matters. The crew also discusses the world of videos games, diving into the upcoming games they are excited about, the phen...
In this episode of Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers, hosts Dylan Wren and Andrew Kimball delve into the world of music rhythm games with a focus on the iconic series, Rock Band. They explore the challenges and delights of finding high-quality instrument controllers, as well as the social dynamics of playing alongside friends and family. You can also expect to hear nostalgic tales from the hosts' personal experiences with Guitar Hero and Rock Band, along with insightful speculations abou...
The neighborhood watch is back! On this episode Andrew and Dylan talk about a bunch of fun games they've been enjoying over the last month or so! Dylan gives some thoughts on Baldur's Gate 3 and how he'll probably never stop playing it. Andrew has been filling in the gaps of his Dragon Ball Z knowledge by playing through Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and having a great time with it. Along with that, Andrew played and finished the rogue-like mode for God of War: Raknarok, called Valhalla. He tal...
Andrew and Dylan are joined by Eric and Phil from The Wait For It podcast and Stefan (Eric's brother) to talk about the results of the 2023 Fantasy Critic League and to draft for the 2024 league! Jay Davis of Super Bracket Bros is also part of the league this year but couldn't make it to the recording.It's looking like it's going to be an exciting year for Fantasy Critic in 2024! To keep up with the leagues' activity, join our Discord with the link below. Or use the Fantasy Critic link to vie...
Last year Andrew and Dylan made predictions about things they thought would happen in 2023. Now it's time to look back and see who was correct! Whichever host got the most predictions correct gets to choose a game for the other to play. Once they have finished it, they will record an episode about it. Along with that, it's time to make predictions for 2024! Who has the craziest ideas about the upcoming year? Who is playing it safe? Listen to this episode to find out! And join our Discord...
**Lies of P Spoilers** check the timestamps below.It's time once again for the annual FN Game Awards! Andrew and Dylan give out awards to the games they played this last year. Awards such as, best art-style, best villain, biggest letdown, and so many more! We hope everyone had a great holiday season and we appreciate you listening to the show!Time stamps for spoilersSpoilers for Lies of P - 30:03Spoilers for Lies of P end - 32:20WEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://disco...
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