Video Games 2 The Max

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss more events for IGN’s Summer of Gaming and Gamespot’s Play For All announced. Including the Guerrilla Collective Showcase that focuses on indies. While Ubisoft Forward is happening July 12. The duo talk about what they are looking forward to seeing from these shows. There’s also a rumor that a Diablo 2 remaster could release by the end of 2020. Will it actually happen? Should people be worried that Vicarious Visions is being attached as well? And is there a chance this could rush the game as well. Plus, in the special topic the guys discuss their first console, who got them into video games, some of their first favorite games, and early memories of playing games in arcades and stores. Timestamps: Headlines: Guerrilla Collective Showcase Announced (3:45)Diablo 2 Remaster Possibly Coming (11:50)Star Wars Episode I: Pod Racer (25:10)Ubisoft Forward Announced (27:00)Steam Possibly Doing a Loyalty Program (37:00)Cassette Be

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Jens Deitrich as they discuss the torrid critical reception and analyze what was shown at the recent third party focused Inside Xbox from Microsoft. Is everyone right in being disappointed by the showing? Is there really a gameplay gate going on? Or are they losing focus on some fun and interesting games that were shown. Plus, Jens gets a bit too enthralled with how Cyberpunk 2077 is going to handle character creation. Marc is excited about Robocop as part of the hype for Mortal Kombat 11: Aftermath, and Sean is a bit saddened by the loss of another gaming convention as Tokyo Game Show 2020 is canceled. Sean also gushes on Streets of Rage 4. Jens is equally as excited about his time with the rebooted Sakura Wars. While Marc continues trodding along with Snowrunner and Final Fantasy VII Remake. Not to mention, Marc talks way too much about the Sega CD, as he discusses playing games on the Mega SG. Timestamps: Ga

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss EA Play being part of IGN’s Summer Gaming event. Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order getting a new game plus mode and a new Star Wars film directed by Taiki Watiti in the works as well. A new interview sheds new light on just where Square-Enix is with part 2 of Final Fantasy VII Remake and the ever popular “will it be open-world or not?” question. While Marc also talks more about his journey through FFVII Remake and they discuss some story details too. Finally, the duo also discuss their favorite racing games in the special topic for this show. Timestamps: Games We Are Playing: Wanting to Play Older Games (Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core, Persona 3 Portable, 3:00) Marc makes it to Chapter 13 in Final Fantasy VII Remake (7:40, Story Spoilers from that point in the game are discussed) News: FFVII Remake interview sheds light on how open part 2 could be (22:05) Sean Plays Gears Tactics And Moving Out (29:35) Headlines: Xbo

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Jens Dietrich to discuss the Summer Games Fest and what it could mean for the future of gaming conventions. How it is a good thing for everyone, but Marc feels it may not be best. Assassin’s Creed Valhalla was shown off and the trio talk about everything announced about the game. What they are excited about going into the Vikings time period and more. Plus, the news that Sony knows who leaked Last of Us Part 2, Jens disappointment in Wonderful 101 physical copy delays, the guys discuss whether or not there will be big changes in future Final Fantasy VII Remake installments and could they be much shorter in scope. Also, an entertainment topic gets some time with the AMC and Regal battle against Universal. Finally, everyone details their Top 5 Best Assassin’s Creed games as well. Timestamps: Headlines: Summer Games Fest Announcement (4:50)Last of Us Part 2 leaker Found By Sony (17:50) Wonderful 101 physical copies d

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the reveal of WWE 2K Battlegrounds, the Last of Us Part 2 leak, and how they feel about spoilers in general. The new release date for the game and for Ghost of Tsushima as well. Horizon Zero Dawn becoming a much bigger trilogy, and more. Plus, Sean has final thoughts on Final Fantasy VII Remake after beating it on Normal Mode. Marc talks Ancient Enemy and Playing Starcraft Ghost on an Original Xbox dev kit. Finally, we talk about the big list of games coming out this week and the most overrated consoles in our special topic. Games We Are Playing: FFVII Remake (Spoiler-Free, 2:45), Starcraft Ghost With an Xbox Dev Kit Marc bought (23:05), Ancient Enemy (26:50), Playing old Arcade Games (29:45) Headlines: WWE 2K Battlegrounds Announcement (32:20), Crysis Remastered Coming Soon (39:23), Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot DLC (41:30), Last of Us Part 2 Leak and New Release Date (43:28), Horizon Zero Dawn Trilogy (49:15), Bit Summit and Ga

On this edition of Video Games 2 the MAX, hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are once again joined by Jens Dietrich and Randy Isbelle as they all discuss their thoughts on playing Final Fantasy VII Remake (spoiler-free) and also talk about the latest on Ghost of Tsushima and Resident Evil 4 being the next remake as well. The show begins with a quick hits section of news, as the guys discussing the passing of voice actor Rick May, who’s most well known as the voice of Peppy from Star Fox 64. As well as cleaning products for your Nintendo Switch, controller mapping now being available for the system, and some data transfers from the SD card too. Plus, the guys also talk about the latest on Ghost of Tsushima and how gameplay choices affect how certain characters react to you in-game. After that, the episode becomes a roundtable discussion concerning all things Final Fantasy VII Remake. Randy has made it to Chapter 14. While Sean and Jens are in Chapter 4. What are their thoughts on character development, spec

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined once again by Jens Dietrich, as they discuss the PlayStation 5 Dualsense Controller, Valorant Breaking Twitch Records, the Inside Xbox reveal, and the Top 5 Best Square-Enix developed games. Things start with the headlines for this time period. The guys discuss final hype for Final Fantasy VII Remake, as they actually started recording 30 minutes before the game released. While also talking about some reviews for the game too. Also, the Japanese video game ratings board shutting down and how the ESRB and PEGI ratings boards are dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Could some Japanese games be delayed if this shut down goes too long? The trio also discusses Google Stadia going free for a few months, Valorant breaking Twitch records, the Inside Xbox reveals and what in the world AtomicCrops is. The various parodies of the PS5 Dualsense controller and the Top 5 Best Square-Enix developed games. Headlines: Final Fantasy VI

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Jens Dietrich and Randy Isbelle as they discuss the Last of Us Part 2 Delay, the Cooking Mama Cookstar controversy, and Randy dishes on Resident Evil 3 Remake. While all four of the guys give out their Top 5 Favorite Final Fantasy Games too. Things begin with more of the current situation happening with everyone’s states involving the current Covid-19 pandemic. After that, things transition into the news with the Last of Us Part 2 delay bringing up a major topic of discussion. Should games be released digitally before being available physically and why Sony made the right decision on the delay. Also, more info is revealed on rumors about Resident Evil 8 in development. The possibility of the 3D Mario remasters being put into one package. Rogue Legacy 2 is announced. Plus, Cooking Mama Cookstar disappears from digital and physical storefronts with a possible blockchain cryptocurrency DRM involved. The quadruplet each di

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the games they are playing like Persona 5 Royal and One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4. Not to mention, the news of Gearbox’s wage gap between employees and management, Bethesda not having an E3 digital presentation and Wasteland 3 being delayed both due to COVID-19 concerns. While the guys also dish on their favorite Survival Horror Games too. The show begins with the duo discussing some of the fallout from the physical version of Final Fantasy VII Remake releasing early in Europe and Australia. While also talking about the reception for Resident Evil 3. Marc then gets into his early impressions of Persona 5 Royal and works on exercise with Virzoom. Plus, his thoughts on Disaster Report 4: Summer Memories after playing the full release. While Sean gives early impressions of One Piece: Pirate 4 Warriors and the Panzer Dragoon Remake. Then, the guys get into the news with the first topic being the bizarre and awful pay structu

On this Video Games 2 the MAX Extra our hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison do a deep dive on the surprise Nintendo Direct Mini. While also talking about the big Epic Games publishing deals with Remedy, Play Dead, and gen Design, among some other things. During the Nintendo Direct Mini discussion, the guys go over everything announced on the 28-minute video. Sean loves the Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition and Bravely Default II footage. While Marc is a bit excited about the Clubhouse games reveal. Plus, Sean reveals which games he’s now reviewing that were released that day and some talk about an ARMS character being the next Smash Bros. Ultimate DLC too. Plus, Epic Games signs big publishing deals with Remedy, Play Dead and gen Design and why it could change the way deals are done in the future. Castlevania getting a season 4, a potential Dragon’s Lair movie, and more.

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are once again joined by Jens Deitrich for a big discussion on Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Konami dashing hopes about the Silent Hill rumors, the PlayStation 5 specs, and more. The trio begin by having some banter about the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, the current situation in all three of their states, how they are dealing with it, and Jens love for the bidet. After that, Marc and Jens get into a lively and large discussion on what they enjoy most and least about Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Plus, Jens dishes more thoughts on Nioh 2. While Marc has thoughts on the Resident Evil 3 Demo, A Fisherman’s Tale, and both have also been playing the 2018 title Strange Brigade too. Sean gets back to hosting duties as the guys talk about the nature of Final Fantasy VII Remake being episodic. Is this actually good for Square-Enix considering the amount of issues they faced with their titles in the last 10-15 years. Does this help make sure we ge

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Jens Dietrich to discuss how everyone is dealing with the tightening of restrictions due to COVID-19, Nioh 2, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, more Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo talk, Xbox Series X Storage, comfort food games, and more. Things begin with the trio discussing their personal experiences with Coronavirus restrictions, the delay of Final Fantasy VII Remake special editions, and new release films going online.Next, a short discussion on the Nintendo Indie World Direct and some games that everyone is looking forward to from the 19 minute showcase. After that, Jens discusses how he is loving his time with Nioh 2. While Sean is enjoying the early hours of Ori and the Will of the Wisps. Plus, Jens gives his thoughts on the FFVII Remake Demo and Marc has more to say on Street Fighter V on Switch. Furthermore, Resident Evil 3 Remake Demo News, February 2020 NPD Numbers, Microsoft’s decision to use NVMe storage cards for t

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the cancelation of E3 2020 due to COVID-19 (coronavirus) concerns. What it means for E3's future, Microsoft and Ubisoft already announcing digital events, and other things that have been canceled around it as well. Plus, Mario Day springs a conversation about favorite Mario Games, NFL 2K lives again, Horizon: Zero Dawn is confirmed for PC and the Nintendo Playstation selling too. Sean also talks about his time with the Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo, and how much he's enjoying Underhero and Murder By Numbers. Finally, the duo gives a full review of the Not For Resale documentary. They discuss what they liked, disliked, and an overall view of digital versus physical media. Will it all eventually go away? Or does physical media always have its place? It is certainly a very interesting and thought-provoking discussion. Timestamps: How COVID-19 (Coronavirus) is effecting the Games Industry (0:00): The delay of the Turbografx 16 mini

On this episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss games they are playing like the Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo. The news of the week such as Last of Us getting a TV show, and bring out a special topic as well. First, Marc talks about his trip to Cleveland and what he found at a used game store. Then, he delves into the Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo. While also talking about Street Fighter V: Championship Edition, Megaman Zero Collection, and more. After that, the guys discuss the big news of Last of Us getting a TV Show with HBO. Will it be a huge hit, what does it mean for video game adaptations, and what other Sony properties could translate to the silver screen. Plus, Ghost of Tsushima gets a release date, the corona virus postpones GDC and puts E3 and Gamescom in danger. And what a E3 cancelation could mean for its future. Red XIII not being playable in FFVII Remake's Part 1, A possible return for Parasite Eve, PlatinumGames new studio, and Yacht Club Games mini direct. Finally, the guys also cov

On this episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss games they are playing and the big news happening in the gaming world. Marc begins by talking about going back to World of Warcraft again and his frustrations with it. While also discussing his short time with the MegaMan Zero/ZX Collection too and Samurai Showdown for Switch too. Next, it is on to the news with the guys breaking down the Xbox Series X Details. Will Smart Delivery actually be something third party publishers use for next-gen. At least CD Projekt Red has said yes. And does Sony counter with something similar. There's also discussion on whether or not backwards compatibility will truly be viable for both Microsoft and Sony for next-gen as well. After that, they also talk about The Embracer Group purchasing Saber Interactive, EA's battle with a FIFA Streamer, Animal Crossing Direct news, Gamestop's store changes and phone upselling, and more. Time Stamps: Games Being Played (2:00): WoW, Megaman Zero/ZX Collection, Samurai Showdown on Swit

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean gives his thoughts on the Sonic Movie, Marc talks about the Fire Emblem: Three Houses DLC, and some major topics drive the conversation. The show begins with a short conversation about Media Molecule's Dreams and what the guys are interested in checking out about the game. Marc then gives final thoughts on Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and also discusses the Fire Emblem Three Houses DLC too. While Sean gives spoiler-free thoughts on the Sonic Movie. The PS5 price debate and whether or not Sony will have first-party exclusives in year 1 of the console drive a large part of the conversation on the show. Plus, Geoff Keighley not doing E3 2020 and what it says about the current and future state of E3 as a show. Additionally, the duo also discusses Disney wanting more games from their franchises, Disney saying no to Sora in Smash, and breaking free Persona onto the Switch. In the main topic, Sean and Marc talk about Xbox Gamepass, its future, and will it push Sony to make

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, hosts Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the games they are playing, cover the big news items, and have a main topic as well. The show begins with a little banter about Marc's trip to a used game store and Marc watching Naruto. Then, Sean talks about his enjoyment of Arc System Works Code Shifter. While Marc plays the Persona 5: Scramble and Yakuza: Like a Dragon Japanese demos. Plus, describes his continued struggles with Monster Hunter World: Iceborne and Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot. After that, the guys cover all of the big news from the last few weeks. Nintendo blacklisting a press outlet over Pokemon Sword and Shield leaks, Ubisoft announcing a new Division 2 expansion, Bioware going for Anthem 2.0, System Shock 3's demise, Blizzard's bad week, Resident Evil on Netflix, Activision announcing a new Call of Duty, the Wonderful 101 Kickstarter, and more. Finally, the main topic sees Sean and Marc figuring out what games could Activision possibly be remastering in 2020

On this episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin by discussing Marc's trip to Chicago to see a Nier orchestral concert. Then, they move on to the games they are playing and reviewing. Marc keeps powering his way through Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot and has played some Tokyo Mirage Sessions: #FE Encore as well. While Sean talks the Pokemon-like MMO Temtem and the narrative game Mosaic. After that, they get into the news of the week. Torchlight Frontier is now Torchlight 3 and it has Marc a bit excited. Dying Light 2 is the latest game to be delayed. Ninja Theory's Project Mara, Activision-Blizzard signing with Youtube Gaming, Nintendo's touch pen patent, and more. FInally, in the topic of the week, the guys try to predict which one of these numerous amounts of rumors could actually come true and which ones are totally false. Will any of them be launch games? Or are these titles that we see way down the line in the console generation? Listen as they discuss the possibility of Horizon: Zero Dawn 2, God of War 2

On this episode, Sean Garmer, Marc Morrison, and Jens Dietrich begin by discussing games they are playing/reviewing beginning with Marc talking about his experience with the first few hours of Dragon Ball Z Kakarot. While Jens loves revisiting Tokyo Mirage Sessions #FE Encore and Sean adores Vertex Pop's latest Super Crush KO. After that, they get into the news of the week and there's quite a bit. Nintendo and Masahiro Sakurai revealed Byleth as the final Smash Bros. Ultimate Fighter Pass character. Considering there are two huge Fire Emblem: Three Houses fans on the panel, their opinions on the inclusion is much more celebratory than some others out there. They also discuss the big game delays including Cyberpunk 2077 and Final Fantasy VII Remake. Sony skips E3 for the second year in a row and the ESA responds. Does Sony really need E3 at this point? And is in E3 headed in the right direction? Not to mention, Horizon: Zero Dawn is headed to PC and perhaps other Sony first party games may join it on Steam an

After weeks of preliminary Top 10's and last chance rankings, it is finally time to actually rank the Top 100 games of the 2010s.For this episode, Sean Garmer, Marc Morrison, and Jens Dietrich deliberate over the final set of games that make the list.Listen to where games such as Last of Us, Portal 2, Minecraft, and Super Mario Odyssey may rank in this fourth of four episodes counting down the best of the previous decade.