New Dad Gaming

New Dad Gaming

By: Trevor Alexander & Jeff Smalley

Language: en

Categories: Leisure, Games, Kids, Family, Parenting, News

Each week the New Dads walk through their experiences both as fathers and gamers. With precious limited time for gaming, the Dads talk about what games they’re playing and what fatherhood has thrown at them this week.

Episodes

Expensive Fortnite Skins, Future Gaming Dreams, Watching Breaking Bad | New Dad Gaming Ep. 375
Oct 27, 2025

This week the dads discuss expensive Fortnite skins, introducing Breaking Bad to an eldest, and dream a little dream of games they will have.

This week features some solid pumpkin beer to boot!

👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on fatherhood, gaming, and the chaos in between.

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🎧 Spotify:
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🎧 Other Platforms:
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Duration: 00:33:04
Listener letters, Saving for a Playstation, Kid Jobs | New Dad Gaming Ep. 374
Oct 20, 2025

The Dads are back with pumpkin in their beer,
With notes from listeners they definitely hold dear.

Breaking the bank with a skin from Fortnite,
And will a kid save for a Playstation? He just might.

👉 Subscribe for weekly episodes on fatherhood, gaming, and the chaos in between.

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🎧 Spotify:
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🎧 Other Platforms:
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Duration: 00:31:07
Pumpkin Beer Regret, Hades II Bliss, Hollow Knight Sleepover, & FF8 Cheats (Dad Mode!) | New Dad Gaming Ep. 373
Oct 06, 2025

Trevor and Jeff kick off October with a live taste test of a 10% pumpkin ale (it goes… badly), celebrate the pure joy of Hades II (with “God Mode” as the ultimate dad setting), recap a wholesome Hollow Knight all-night kids’ sleepover, and confess to using Final Fantasy VIII cheats to finally experience the story—25 years later. We wrap with a classic “beat your kids (while you still can)” dad-race anecdote.

 

If you’re a gaming father (or future one) figuring out how to balance kids, work, and your backlog—this one’s for you.

 

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Duration: 00:38:50
In-Person Chaos! Hades II Hype, Teens Buying Games, & Couch-Co-Op Headaches | New Dad Gaming Ep 372
Sep 23, 2025

We did it: our once-a-year in-person episode! Trevor and Jeff awkwardly remember how to record without Zoom, swap Toronto trip stories, and dive into dad-mode gaming topics: Hades II’s launch, whether it breaks our “no new games” pact, accessibility/difficulty debates (Hollow Knight: Silksong, Elden Ring), letting a 15-year-old buy games on Steam, and the most dad-brained Fortnite setup ever (Xbox cloud streaming, Moonlight/Sunshine, PS Remote Play, and split-screen drama).

 

If you’re a gaming parent juggling time, tech, and teens—this one’s for you.

 

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Duration: 00:41:38
Broken Controllers, No Man’s Sky Comeback & The Silk Song Struggle – New Dad Gaming Ep. 371
Sep 12, 2025

Welcome to New Dad Gaming, the show where Trevor and Jeff prove that becoming a dad doesn’t mean game over. 🎮👨‍👧‍👦

 

This week, the dads dive into:

 

Broken controllers & kid chaos – how one “dad-only” controller didn’t survive.

No Man’s Sky resurgence – the dads revisit the galaxy, ship-building, and VR.

Hard root beer & craft beer picks – Prairie Fairy Blackberry Wheat Ale & Crazy Uncle Hard Root Beer.

Hollow Knight & Silksong struggles – tougher than Elden Ring? Can the kids beat what broke the dads?

2026 hype list – the games the dads can’t...

Duration: 00:48:15
Kids Back in School, Dads Back in Space: No Man’s Sky “Voyagers,” Kingdom Come 2 Hype & a Fortnite Confession | New Dad Gaming - Ep. 370
Sep 05, 2025

Kids back in school, dads back in space. This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff swap school drop-off war stories, crack seasonal beers, dive into No Man’s Sky “Voyagers” (ship interiors! group missions! biomes!), pine for Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, and—dad confession—Trevor actually buys a Fortnite skin.

 

If you’re a gaming parent balancing family life with your backlog, you’re in the right place. 🍻🚀

 

Chapters

00:00 Cold open & countdown chaos

01:36 Show start & international listener shout-out

03:06 Back-to-school vibes

03:40 Beers of the Week (Sleeping...

Duration: 00:34:40
Parenting as Shepherds, Not Engineers | Gaming Dads, Metal Detecting, & Elite Dangerous Adventures - Ep. 369
Aug 27, 2025

Being a dad isn’t about engineering your kids’ every move—it’s about shepherding them through life’s adventures.

 

In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into Dr. Russell Barkley’s powerful advice on parenting: guiding your kids like a shepherd instead of trying to engineer who they’ll become.

 

The dads also share:

 

🎮 How their kids traded dreams of a PS5 for… a metal detector (and then found the Roblox version of it!).

🍺 Trevor’s wife surprising him with a “Game Theory” IPA—perfect...

Duration: 00:40:57
Brewing Beer, Splitting Consoles, Roblox Controversy & Donkey Kong Bonanza – New Dad Gaming Ep. 368
Aug 21, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff cover the highs and lows of fatherhood and gaming life. From fan mail about homebrewing beer, to kids pitching in for a PS5, to the latest controversy with Roblox knockoffs, it’s another hilarious and heartfelt episode for gaming dads everywhere.

Topics this week include:
🍺 Homebrewing adventures — is it the ultimate dad hobby?
🎮 Splitting the cost of a PS5 with your kids (and why they bought a metal detector instead)
⚔️ Kingdom Come Deliverance dad side quests and “lovable jank”
📉 Roblox ripping off indie hit Peak and why devs are...

Duration: 00:46:20
Party Dad IPAs, Grow-a-Garden Addiction & Roblox Rage - New Dad Gaming Ep. 367
Aug 04, 2025

Dogs, digital gardens, and dopamine loops—oh my!

In this jam-packed episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into:

🐶 Puppy problems and the very real debate: Do we get a dog or keep our freedom?

🍺 Dad beers of the week, including Party Dad IPA and an Irish red ale from Smithwick’s.

🌱 The Roblox takeover: Why Grow a Garden has kids (and potentially parents) addicted and how it's become one of the biggest gaming phenomena of 2025.

🎮 Skibidi Toilet Defense—yes, that’s a thing—and how it’s slowly draining Trevor...

Duration: 00:33:30
Microbrews, One Piece Cards, and a Not-So-Lost Gaming Challenge – New Dad Gaming Ep. 366
Jul 28, 2025

Summer vibes, card battles, and dad dilemmas collide!

In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff pour a couple of beverages (from microbreweries and grocery store seltzers), reflect on their infamous “No New Games” challenge, and dive deep into the growing obsession with trading card games — specifically the One Piece TCG that's taking teens (and wallets) by storm.

📦 Topics Covered:

💸 Tears of the Planet TCG and how much it made on day one

🍺 Craft beer & seltzer shoutouts: La Barbarie’s Raptor Meggafruit + Happy Dad

🎮 Jeff’s “No New Games” challenge...

Duration: 00:32:27
D&D and Dads and Drones | New Dad Gaming Ep. 365
Jul 21, 2025

To dungeons, to dragons, one family does tread,
While another dad decides to the sky he will head.

This week both dads drop back into VR,
And Death Stranding was beaten, via hoof bike and car.

 

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Duration: 00:36:04
Gaming Dad Corners, Switch Lite Joy & Death Stranding Returns | New Dad Gaming Ep. 364
Jul 14, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor shares his new dad gaming cubby setup, complete with a Switch Lite gifted by his nephews and an ingenious use of the Quest 3 as a giant PS4 screen. Jeff returns to Death Stranding to prep for its sequel, and the dads compare small cozy games vs. massive open-world grinds.

Also discussed:

A beautiful dad poem about painted nails and princess parties

Dad Beers of Summer featuring Zywiec and Trouble in the Fields

Why NHL 2017 might still be the best hockey game

The...

Duration: 00:46:11
DLC Bribes, Switch Repairs & Magic Cards | New Dad Gaming Ep. 363
Jun 17, 2025

What happens when exams meet DLC drops? This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff discuss using video games as parenting bribes—and whether it’s genius or dangerous.

Jeff negotiates with his teen over a Hunter: Call of the Wild DLC, while Trevor deals with non-activated V-Bucks chaos after a birthday gone slightly wrong. We also revisit Jeff’s miraculously repaired Switch, uncover a save file survival guide, and share Father’s Day gaming gifts—including Final Fantasy x Magic: The Gathering cards and a motorcycle jack!


🧠 Thoughtful moments. 🎮 Geeky parenting. 💥 Classic chaos.

 

...

Duration: 00:31:22
Switch 2 Temptation & Console Tragedies | New Dad Gaming Ep. 362
Jun 09, 2025

A surprise Switch 2 drop, a blue screen of death, and Father’s Day gift loopholes - this episode has it all.

Trevor barely escapes the clutches of buying a brand-new Switch 2… but just barely. Meanwhile, Jeff’s aging Switch kicks the bucket in spectacular fashion, sparking a desperate race against time to recover lost Pokémon and Zelda saves. With Father's Day around the corner, could a little gaming “gift” be the loophole that lets these dads break their no-new-games vow?

The dads dive into:

The real-world temptation of walking into a store and seeing...

Duration: 00:30:35
Night Rain Temptations & Switch 2 FOMO | New Dad Gaming Ep. 361
Jun 02, 2025

This week, Trevor and Jeff face their greatest challenge yet: resisting the urge to break their no-new-games vow. With the Elden Ring Nightreign expansion stealing the spotlight and rumors of a Nintendo Switch 2 release buzzing, the temptation is real.

Meanwhile, one dad's teen dives headfirst into Dungeons & Dragons, sparking memories and hopes of future family campaigns. Plus: Elden Ring co-op fails, Fortnite struggles on old hardware, and the eternal dad debate - do you cave when that shiny new console is calling your name from behind the GameStop counter?

👨‍👧‍👦 This podcast is for all gaming dads trying t...

Duration: 00:29:50
Temptation Denied, Goat Madness, and Magic The Gathering Costs
May 26, 2025

After a brief break (no disasters—just dad life), Trevor and Jeff are back to talk about holding strong in their no new games challenge—sort of. Jeff’s been tearing up the zombie roads in Days Gone, teaching his kids how to shop smart with Goat Simulator 3, and even… dabbling in Magic: The Gathering for the first time ever (blame the Final Fantasy crossover). Trevor manages to resist Oblivion Remastered and the eternal temptation of Days Gone, but it’s clear the struggle is real.

Also in this episode:

🐐 Kids go wild with Goat Simulator 3<...

Duration: 00:29:50
Dad Court: Minecraft Mayhem, Backlog Betrayals, and the Temptation of Oblivion | New Dad Gaming Ep. 359
Apr 26, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff hold a special session of Dad Court to determine if their backlog challenge has been broken—or if there’s still hope for their gaming honor. Spoiler: Jeff may have withheld some crucial evidence…

Jeff confesses to a near-miss after buying (and refunding) Elite Dangerous over a cockpit color mod—but later drops the bomb that he bought the Oblivion Remaster. Can the court forgive a purchase that feels so right? Trevor also stands trial for getting dangerously close to a Switch 2 pre-order while helping his brother secure one duri...

Duration: 00:37:38
Minecraft Movie Madness, Missed Projects, and Surprise Nerf Birthdays | New Dad Gaming Ep. 358
Apr 18, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, Jeff and Trevor trade parenting war stories as they navigate teenage moods, missed school projects, and the absolute chaos of Minecraft movie culture. From last-minute movie plans to self-imposed consequences, the dads explore how to discipline with empathy—and hold the line when games are on the line.

Jeff recounts how a missed project turned into a teachable moment (and a canceled Minecraft movie trip), while Trevor pulls back game time after surprise bad grades. Both dads are impressed by how their kids accepted the consequences—grumpy but mature—and reflect on how...

Duration: 00:32:51
The Switch 2 Switch-Up, Mario Kart Open World, and a Surprise Elden Ring Successor | New Dad Gaming Ep. 357
Apr 04, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, it’s all about the Nintendo Switch 2. Trevor and Jeff dive into Nintendo’s massive announcement, breaking down the upgraded hardware, surprising launch titles, and some truly unexpected exclusives—including Dusk Blood, a spiritual successor to Elden Ring that’s only coming to Switch 2 (!). Has Nintendo officially won over the dad gamers?

The new Mario Kart World gets a lot of love too, with an open-world racing mode that mixes Burnout Paradise vibes with classic kart chaos. From dolphin drivers to the iconic Moo Moo cow, Nintendo’s bringing the magic for kids—a...

Duration: 00:38:19
AI Game Coaches, Elden Ring Redemption, and Letting Go of Teen Independence | New Dad Gaming Ep. 356
Mar 24, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, the dads are back in the saddle after a run of sickness, vacation, and dad exhaustion. Trevor returns to Elden Ring—this time without cheats—and finds himself rediscovering the magic of adventure, danger, and dumb deaths in FromSoftware’s punishing open world. But with limited dad time, he turns to an unexpected ally: AI game coaching. Using ChatGPT with a custom prompt, he gets real-time build advice, weapon comparisons, and leveling tips—all tailored to his skill level and playstyle. It’s a game-changer for busy dads.

Jeff and Trevor dig into t...

Duration: 00:38:46
Gaming Through the Plague, Steam Deck Saves the Day, and League of Legends Dad Challenge | New Dad Gaming Ep. 355
Mar 14, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, Jeff barely makes it back from the brink after being taken down by the dreaded dad plague—but thanks to the Steam Deck, he managed to game his way through recovery. Trevor and Jeff discuss how portable gaming is perfect for sick days, and why handheld gaming may be entering a new golden age.

 

Speaking of challenges, Jeff officially steps into League of Legends after watching Arcane—but is immediately hit with new player overwhelm, 170 characters to choose from, and a community that isn’t as toxic as expected (yet). W...

Duration: 00:38:49
Steam Deck Joins the Family, V-Bucks Bribery, and League of Legends Challenge | New Dad Gaming Ep. 354
Feb 14, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff welcome a new gaming dad into the Steam Deck Brigade! A listener writes in about choosing between a gaming PC and a Steam Deck—did they make the right choice? Jeff shares his insights on why the Steam Deck continues to be a fantastic option for dads on the go.

Meanwhile, V-Bucks have officially entered Trevor’s household—but not without some classic gaming dad negotiation. Did bribery finally break the gaming dad fortress? How do parents navigate the microtransaction minefield with kids in Fortnite? The dads discuss strate...

Duration: 00:36:01
Backlog Progress, Balatro Controversy, and the Spider-Man Reality Check | New Dad Gaming Ep. 353
Feb 07, 2025

The dads are back with a backlog challenge update! Trevor thought he was nearly done with Spider-Man Remastered… until he realized he was only halfway through. Jeff, meanwhile, has to resist the temptation of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 while his son dives deep into Balatro—which brings up a discussion about gaming, gambling, and the importance of guiding our kids through digital experiences. Also, Trevor takes on UFO 50’s surprisingly brutal first game and Jeff actually finishes something!

Key Topics Covered:

Trevor’s Spider-Man Remastered reality check: Wait, I’m only halfway? Jeff finishes Gran Turismo 7—the first backlo...

Duration: 00:39:28
Tackling the Backlog Challenge | New Dad Gaming Ep. 352
Jan 24, 2025

The dads are taking on a gaming challenge for 2025—no new games, just tackling their massive backlogs! Inspired by a listener, Trevor and Jeff set out to finally complete the games they've collected over the years. They discuss their personal goals, the struggles of resisting new releases, and the surprising discovery that Fortnite has its own version of Roblox-style content. Will they stick to the plan? Tune in to find out!

Key Topics Covered:

The Backlog Challenge – no new games in 2025! Trevor's shocking discovery: Roblox-style games inside Fortnite. Strategies to resist buying new releases and enjoy what...

Duration: 00:37:57
Switch 2 Revealed, Fortnite's Gaming Dad Takeover, and Baldur's Gate 3 Fails | New Dad Gaming Ep.351
Jan 17, 2025

This week on New Dad Gaming, the dads dive into the much-anticipated reveal of the Switch 2! Trevor and Jeff share their gaming dad perspectives on what this new console means for families and gamers alike, speculate on pricing, and discuss potential launch titles (Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, anyone?).

Fortnite has also taken over Trevor’s household, replacing Roblox as the go-to game for his kids. He shares insights into the joys of playing alongside them and the lessons learned in setting gaming boundaries. Meanwhile, Jeff recounts his hilarious Baldur's Gate 3 fail, where a missed decision turned the ga...

Duration: 00:37:40
Gaming Dad Resolutions: More Family Time, Backlog Gaming, and No New Games! | New Dad Gaming Ep. 350
Jan 03, 2025

As the year draws to a close, the New Dad Gaming duo shares their heartfelt hopes and resolutions for the new year. Trevor and Jeff reflect on cherishing the precious moments with their kids while they’re still young and finding better ways to carve out time for their gaming hobby amidst the chaos of dad life.

Inspired by listener and friend of the show Torey, the dads take on a bold new commitment: no new game purchases in the coming year. Instead, they’ll focus on tackling their ever-growing backlogs—because who doesn’t have a library...

Duration: 00:31:24
Gaming Dad Christmas Poem, Year in Review, and the Games We Loved (or Quit) | New Dad Gaming Ep. 349"
Dec 27, 2024

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor surprises Jeff (again!) with a heartfelt and hilarious Gaming Dad Christmas poem to kick off the holiday season. Tune in as the dads dive into a year-end review of the games that defined their parenting and gaming lives in 2024.

Jeff seeks to create a Christmas memory gifting his family a Meta Quest, Trevor discusses dabbling in Marvel Snap (and ultimately walking away), watching the kids dominate Roblox, and enjoying Final Fantasy Rebirth, to exploring quirky titles like Palworld and intense co-op in HellDivers 2—this episode is packed with reflections, laughs, an...

Duration: 00:26:58
Gaming with Dads: Path of Exile 2, WWE 2K24, and Christmas Quandaries | New Dad Gaming Ep. 348
Dec 20, 2024

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff reflect on their first-ever live gaming stream with Path of Exile 2. Spoiler alert: Jeff carried the team while Trevor embraced the role of "revive practice dummy." They discuss the quirky pay-to-play beta model, their impressions of the game, and whether it's a good pick for gaming dads.

Trevor shares how WWE 2K24 became a surprise hit in his household, complete with championship belt drama and a nod to the power of demos. Meanwhile, Jeff recounts a hilarious tale of his 14-year-old bypassing parental rules to score a gaming...

Duration: 00:28:04
Beer Advent Calendars, Sim Racing, and Path of Exile 2 with Kids | New Dad Gaming Ep. 347
Dec 13, 2024

This week on New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff explore the world of gaming dads with holiday-themed advent calendars, from beer to PokÊmon cards. They share insights on navigating gaming card stores with kids and finding the right vibe for family fun versus hardcore collectors.

Jeff dives into Path of Exile 2 with his 11-year-old, breaking down its infamous skill tree and why it might just be the perfect Diablo alternative for dads and teens. Meanwhile, Trevor debates the dream of VR racing sims and recounts the challenges of adulting with limited space for gaming gear.

Wh...

Duration: 00:30:48
Gaming Dads on Black Friday Finds, Space Games, and Nintendo Night | New Dad Gaming Ep. 346
Dec 06, 2024

In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff share their Black Friday and Cyber Monday gaming hauls, from the thrilling depths of space games like Elite Dangerous and Everspace 2 to the joy of snagging Spider-Man on sale. They recount their epic Nintendo Dad's Night, highlighting upcoming releases and the timeless magic of the Nintendo Switch.

The dads also dive into parenting challenges, including how to motivate kids with creative rewards like cookie bribes and the unintended stress of setting consequences. Plus, they explore the intersection of gaming and parenting, discussing how their kids react to s...

Duration: 00:38:00
Gaming Dads Unite: Balancing School, Christmas, and Roblox Chaos | New Dad Gaming Ep. 345
Nov 29, 2024

In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into the challenges of parenting while gaming. They share hilarious stories about bribing kids with stuffed cookies to boost school grades, debate the pros and cons of Roblox’s updated parental controls requiring ID verification, and brainstorm creative Christmas gift ideas for gaming-savvy kids. The dads also explore gaming setups, from broken Switch controllers to budget-friendly gaming chairs, and discuss how they balance family life with their love for gaming. Don’t miss their insights, tips, and relatable laughs for gaming dads everywhere!

 

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Duration: 00:34:38
Ep. 344 - Gaming Dads Go Hot: Game Awards 2024 Predictions and Debates
Nov 22, 2024

In this episode of New Dad Gaming, Trevor and Jeff dive into the Game Awards 2024 nominations with no prep and plenty of hot takes. From debating the merits of Elden Ring DLC in the "Game of the Year" category to championing underdogs like Manor Lords and UFO 50, the dads bring their unique gaming perspective to the table. Plus, they share thoughts on family-friendly titles, VR innovations, and why Fortnite might deserve yet another trophy. Tune in for laughs, bold predictions, and some surprises!

 

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Duration: 00:59:41
Ep. 343 - Christmas PS5s and Dad Health Dives
Nov 17, 2024

This week Trevor enters death saving throws as he powers through an illness to record, appropriate as Jeff is back in some D&D mechanics with Baulder's Gate 3. A gaming dad wrote in to ask for PS5 game recommendations for his kids as he's pulled the greatest Gaming Dad move, new console for Christmas!

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Duration: 00:28:54
Ep. 342 - A Brothership 100 Feet Wide
Nov 09, 2024

This week Jeff dips his toes into Gwent, the dads both try out Mario and Luigi Brothership, and the Trevor walks through is new VR gaming setup that has revealed some wild results from NHL 17 and NHL 24.

 

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Duration: 00:37:00
Ep. 341 - Piles Of Candy And Virtual Realities
Nov 02, 2024

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Duration: 00:34:45
Ep. 340 - When The Party Is A Jamboree
Oct 25, 2024

The New Dads review the recently released Mario Party Jamboree (spoiler - amazing family fun). Jeff laments the lack of deep RPGs his kids play, and Trevor comes to terms with perhaps being done with Marvel Snap.

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Duration: 00:37:41
Ep - 339 - Zelda Whispers And Dunkin Side Quests
Oct 04, 2024

This week Trevor and Jeff review The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, which brings all the fun chaos and creativity of Tears of the Kingdom to Zelda's first starring role.

Trevor also describes his side quest to motorcycle down to the United States for some Dunkin donuts, and the dads lament the risks of broken controllers with kids.

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Duration: 00:31:21
Ep. 338 - Gamers of Culture - FF7 Rebirth Symphony
Sep 27, 2024

For only the 2nd time in the history of the show, The New Dads are recording in the same room! They attended the FFVII Rebirth Orchestra World Tour and captured their immediate take right after the show.

This week, the dads discuss the announced PS5 Pro and it’s wild pricing, along with a the great PS5 title Astro Bot. Trevor struggles with a potential professional athlete in his house, and Jeff shows off his NES Pro moves with NES World Championship.

 

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Duration: 00:27:14
Ep. 337 - PS5 Pro / NES Pro / Gymnast Pro
Sep 13, 2024

This week, the dads discuss the announced PS5 Pro and it's wild pricing, along with a the great PS5 title Astro Bot. Trevor struggles with a potential professional athlete in his house, and Jeff shows off his NES Pro moves with NES World Championship.

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Duration: 00:34:49
Ep. 336 - Concord And Power In Your Hands
Sep 06, 2024

This week Trevor unlocks more power in his Retro Handheld with PortMaster (Balatro and Stardew Valley on a portable?), Jeff dives into Astro Bot, and the dads review the sad fate of Concord.

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Duration: 00:34:32
Ep. 335 - Coach Dad and The 3DS
Aug 30, 2024

This week, Trevor assumes the role of coach for his son and asks Jeff for some Pokemon advice, while Jeff declares the 3DS the G.O.A.T. of consoles while applying a dad mod to Alien Isolation.

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Duration: 00:30:44
Ep. 334 - Dad Days of Summer
Aug 23, 2024

This week, the dads lay down a pre-recorded podcast as they both wrap up their family adventures. Are their topics topical to the week? Tune in to find out!

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Duration: 00:37:31
Ep. 333 - Dads Moving Forward
Aug 16, 2024

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Duration: 00:35:44
Ep. 332 - Summer Nights Under a No Man's Sky
Aug 08, 2024

The New Dads are back after their summer hiatus! This week they both take a new look at No Man's Sky, Trevor is invited to watch his son beat Immortals Fenyx Rising, and Jeff comes to terms with his kids new late night outdoor escapades.

 

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Duration: 00:33:39
Ep. 331 - End Of School, Nintendo Direct, and Solo Dice Games
Jun 21, 2024

This week Trevor and Jeff discuss their strategies for the upcoming summer now that school is out, they discuss the recent Nintendo direct (notably Metroid Prime 4, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and Marvel vs. Capcom Collection), and Trevor walks through Under Falling Skies (a solo dice game).

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Duration: 01:03:27
Ep. 330 - MegaCast: Summer Games Fest - Xbox Game Showcase
Jun 14, 2024

This was a wild episode.

To give a peek behind the curtain, Jeff and Trevor try to keep each recording down to a tight 30 heavily focused on Fatherhood and Gaming. In this episode, the well meaning but ultimately naĂŻve dads decided to do a run down of all the games announced during the recent Summer Games Fest and Xbox Game Showcase.

Was results is this episode, running one and a half hours, as the dads decend into increasing madness trying to stick to their initial intent of the episode.

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Ep. 329 - Dads Night, Dice RPGs, and FFIX Remaster
Jun 07, 2024

This week the dad's recount their invitation to Nintendo's Dad's Night In, which featured some humbling Mario Kart 8 gameplay. Trevor gives a dad summer tip for re-usable water balloons and tries his hand at Heroes of Might and Magic 3, and the dads discuss a potential Final Fantasy 9 remake.

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Duration: 00:32:58
Ep. 328 - Paper Mario And Old NHL Disks
May 31, 2024

This week, the dads review Paper Mario - The 1000 Year Door, and Jeff ignites an old love for Heroes of Might and Magic with the new title "Songs of Conquest".

Meanwhile, Trevor's kid builds his first game (using PowerPoint?), and Trevor buys his first game disc in a while with NHL 2017 (listen to learn why!).

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Ep. 327 - Goat Simulator 3 - Just Cause for Kids
May 17, 2024

This week Trevor tries to come to terms with a risquÊ encounter at the public pool, Jeff jumps ships to Final Fantasy 13, and he also brings great gaming dad news with his review of Steam Family. 

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Ep. 326 - Manor Lords and Old Game Hordes
May 03, 2024

This week the Gaming Dads discuss the release of emulators on iOS and it's impact. Speaking of old, Jeff goes medieval playing the hottest release with Manor Lords, and the gaming dads both shake their heads pondering why the slower games of old aren't cool with their young ones.

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Ep. 325 - Guest Host! Trevor's Away Jeff and Bill will Play
Apr 19, 2024

This week Trevor is nowhere to be found so Gaming Dad Bill from the podcast A Gamer Looks At 40 joins Jeff to discuss fatherhood, gaming, and new fathers figuring out their gaming lives.

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Ep.324 - The Games and Saves We Forgot
Apr 12, 2024

This week, the dads try and recall Final Fantasy games of old, while Trevor tries to dive back into Horizon Zero Dawn (having entirely forgotten what is going on).

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Duration: 00:32:15
Ep. 323 - A Bright Gaming Future
Apr 05, 2024

This week the dads are talking bright lights! Firstly the scourge of parents who take Laser Tag too seriously, but then onto the bright spots in the gaming industry with titles that have the dads excited: SpaceBourne 2, Balatro, and Jump Ship.

 

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Ep. 322 - Travelling Between Games Past And Future
Mar 29, 2024

This week Trevor returns from vacation without an ounce of rest, with tales of Nintendo Switches and Emulators run wild, while Jeff looks to dust off some old keyboards to enjoy Command and Conquer collection.

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Ep. 321 - Just Grin And Barret - FF7 Rebirth and Card Battlers
Mar 07, 2024

This week, Jeff is pulled out of Midgar to recount his impressions, including a card battler that may entice Trevor. Speaking on Card Battlers, Trevor discovers Disney's foray into the genre with Lorcana, and Jeff goes into the belly of the beast at an IRL Pokemon Card trading event.

 

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Duration: 00:39:38
Ep. 320 - Teething is Hell (Diving 2)
Feb 28, 2024

This week, the Gaming Dads respond to friend of the show Ron with some advice on a teething toddler, Trevor dives in to sip "Liber-tea" with Hell Divers 2, the dads review recently released Mario vs. Kong for the Switch, and Jeff prepares himself for his new "Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth" lifestyle.

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Duration: 00:33:47
Ep. 319 - Much Xbox About Nothing
Feb 16, 2024

This week, the New Dads discuss the fuss made over Xbox's announcement, and just how little it actually contained. Meanwhile Trevor's kid brings him back into Luigi's Mansion 3 (a great game for families), and battles through a ski trip full of phone holding teens.

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Duration: 00:34:15
Ep. 318 - Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth - Materia-ly Good
Feb 09, 2024

This week, Jeff dives into Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth to give a dad's perspective on the next installment of the re-imagined classic. The dads then dive into the recent Xbox controversy with the hints they may release their exclusive titles elsewhere. 

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Duration: 00:30:51
Ep. 317 - State Of Play - State Of Dads
Feb 02, 2024

This week, Jeff walks through the Playstation State of Play and breaks down any interesting showcases for gaming dads. They then talk through if Palworld is still in rotation in their homes and if they'll allow their kids to play. Trevor makes a case for family Vampire Survivors, and enjoying a steam with a Steamdeck.

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Duration: 00:34:50
Ep. 316 - Dad Pals In PalWorld
Jan 26, 2024

This week the Gaming Dads dove into PalWorld to report on the biggest recent game launch and how it may play into your family gaming. Spoiler, it's a bunch of fun.

We also feature a story sent into us by gaming dad Chad who's son came down with a suspicious "illness" once he set up a Minecraft server for them. A gaming dad story we know all too well.

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Ep.315 - Dad Quest 3 Unlocked (Thanks Kids!)
Jan 17, 2024

This week Jeff is given a new Gaming Dad Quest....Quest 3 that is. His kids are looking to split purchase a console, and it's the new VR headset. Can Jeff keep the peace given his dark console sharing past? Trevor meanwhile is deep into game streaming (and loving it) while giving kudos to Among Us for their parental controls.

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Duration: 00:35:44
Ep. 314 - The Gaming Dad Year That Will Be
Jan 03, 2024

The second of two special holiday episodes. The new dads discuss the gaming year that will be, and hopes for their family gaming lives for both their kids and themselves. Happy 2024!

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Duration: 00:29:19
Ep. 313 - The Gaming Dad Year That Was
Dec 27, 2023

The first of two special holiday episodes to wrap up the year. Jeff and Trevor review the gaming year that was, both for their kids and for themselves as gaming dads.

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Ep. 312 - Game Wrapup 2023 - Soft Kratos And Kirby 64
Dec 21, 2023

This week the New Dads review their Xbox, Steam, and Playstation Game Wrap-ups for 2023 - where one dad had a good sampling and the other hardly played at all. The dads also discuss recent conversations about "Soft" Kratos from God of War, and the abysmal Kirby 64.

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Ep. 311 - Lethal Company & Drowning In a Sea of Stars
Dec 14, 2023

This week Jeff becomes a cool dad having picked out "Lethal Company" to his kids BEFORE it hit big, and bounces off "Sea of Stars" with an untimely death. Meanwhile Trevor marvels at the recent Fortnite Lego and Fortnite Racing releases and wonders if it's a fit for his kids.

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Ep. 310 - Nintendo Dads Night In And GTA 6
Dec 07, 2023

This week the Gaming Dads are invited to attend Nintendo's Dad's Night In, with lovely shirt gifts, some Super Mario Smash Bros. Ultimate, and some fun times.

The dads then discuss the recently release GTA6 trailer and discuss it's effect on the gaming industry. (Always exciting to see what people will play for the next decade).

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Ep. 309 - SteamDeck and Diablo 4 Fallouts
Nov 30, 2023

This week the dads review the silly low prices that "Old" SteamDecks are selling for. Jeff would use his for Diablo 4, but they capped his level at 20, but he may just use it for his 4th purchase of Fallout 3 or New Vegas.

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Duration: 00:29:37
Ep. 308 - Dad Memories Of Super Mario RPG
Nov 22, 2023

This week the dads discuss the recently launched Super Mario RPG (and find out they both knew the pain of renting it as kids and never beating it). Jeff discusses Star Ocean the Second Story R and recounts his Gaming Dad homework for Undertale (and now Shady Knight), and Trevor recalls Christmas Dad wins from yesteryear.

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Ep. 307 - Steaming At A New Deck
Nov 15, 2023

Question for Gaming Dads this week: What is your Game of the Year...OR...what game did you think got snubbed?

This week Trevor recounts his Twitch Stream adventures and talks up Marvel Snap and Slay the Spire, the dads discuss the Game of the Year awards, Jeff is given some homework to play Undertale while he's "Steam-d" about a new Steam Deck.

 

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Ep. 306 - Gaming Dads Like To Move It Move It
Nov 08, 2023

The Gaming Dads are looking to "Move It" with the latest Warioware: Move It while they struggle to plan for upcoming kid Christmas gifts. Trevor looks to stream and learn his way through 4 popular Deck Building games (Slay the Spire, HearthStone, Legends of Runeterra, and Magic the Gathering), and Jeff steps out again from Vault 111 in Fallout 4.

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Ep. 305 - Super Mario Wonder-Ful
Oct 25, 2023

This week the Dads review Super Mario Wonder - and no surprise it is fantastic. The dads discuss recent travels with games (and none), along with Darkest Dungeon and Diablo 4 Season 2.

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Ep. 304 - No Dad Gaming
Oct 12, 2023

This week there is no games to be seen anywhere for Trevor, though he does uncover the secret Call of Duty past of Jeff, and the dads discuss the new Roblox release on Playstation.

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Ep. 303 - Real Work For Digital Time
Oct 06, 2023

This week, Trevor asks his fellow gaming dads for ideas on how his kids can earn some extra game time during the week, Jeff dives into Cyberpunk 2077, and the dads round out the conversation with the Meta Quest 3, Diablo 4 Announcements, and Starfield.

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Ep. 302 - Diablo 4 Is Not Immortal
Sep 26, 2023

This week, Trevor dips back into Diablo Immortal while Diablo 4 languishes, his kids have taken a break from Roblox to play some Minecraft and Fenix Rising, the dads discuss ways to help their kids build games, and Jeff jumps way back to play Vagrant Story.

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Ep. 301 - Of Friends, Dice Roles, and Monetization
Sep 20, 2023

This week Jeff makes and immediately retracts a game recommendation with Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis, he makes and sticks a game recommendation with F-Zero 99, Trevor has a gaming tip for being your kids hero with free Roblox codes, and the dads discuss gaming friendships ruined and D&D Parties found.

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Ep. 300 - Starfield Dads Skyrim VR Kids
Sep 07, 2023

300 Episodes! Jeff and Trevor would like to sincerely thank you for joining us on this gaming dad journey, and cheers to the next 300!

This week Trevor recounts his side quests from space in Starfield, Jeff brings his kids into the VR world of Skyrim, and the dads react to the recent PS Plus subscription price cost increase.

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Duration: 00:41:33
Ep. 299 - Starfield VS Diablo 4 VS Dad Time
Aug 31, 2023

This week, one dad ponders dropping Diablo 4 in favour of Starfield, another dad suits up in Armored Core 6, and the dads await the joyful start of the new school year.

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Duration: 00:36:17
Ep-298 - Co-ops, Late Nights, and Old Age
Aug 23, 2023

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Aug 16, 2023

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Ep. 296 - Diablo 4 Grind, Roblox is Fine, Age of Empires Shine
Aug 10, 2023

This week, Trevor remorses as Roblox takes over this household and he struggles with how to approach it, Jeff introduces the classic Age of Empires 2 to his kids (with great success!), and Trevor discusses trying to keep up in his first Diablo 4 Season as a dad.

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Ep. 295 - Final Fantasy 16 Fetch Quests For All (Materia)
Jul 07, 2023

This week, Jeff roasts Trevor for his Final Fantasy 7 folly while recounting the terrible fetch quests of Final Fantasy 16 (which is he still enjoying). 

Jeff also recounts an interactive gaming play "No Save Points", and the dads review some initial purchases from the Steam Summer Sale.

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Ep. 294 - Diablo 4 Dads VS Dinks
Jun 28, 2023

This week one dad might have forgot to pick up his kid at the bus stop....maybe....but otherwise the Dads get an update from Gaming Dad Luke on his console decision, they discuss guns in games and when the introduction makes sense, and dive into Diablo 4 as one dad of 2 plays with a couple bachelors and the lack or progress is palpable. 

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Ep. 293 - Dad Advice Sought And Final Fantasy 16 Bought
Jun 21, 2023

This week fellow Gaming Dad has a question on which device to add to his house to help with some kid gaming chaos, Jeff buys his ticket into the new world of Final Fantasy 16, and the dads wrestle with their jealousy of their kid's plentiful gaming time (especially with summer vacation starting).

 

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Ep. 292 - Defending Roblox Is A Final Fantasy 16
Jun 14, 2023

This week the dad’s read a note from a listener DEFENDING Roblox! (at least their support team), and another asking for an opinion on the newly release ASUS ROG Ally. Trevor admires his kids Pokémon Sword grind while Jeff dips into Final Fantasy 16 and his kids own video game! (Proud dad moment)

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Duration: 00:33:21
Ep. 291 - Tears Of The Kingdom Breaks and Diablo 4 Bakes
Jun 07, 2023

This week Trevor dives into Diablo 4 and gives a Gaming Dad perspective on the gameplay (spoiler, it's great), Jeff fends off his kids from fixing the perfect dad hack on Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom while also diving into Starcraft 2 with them, and Trevor pulls off a Gaming Dad save by "upgrading" an NHL game gift.

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Ep. 290 - Tears Of The Kingdom Fall For Diablo 4 Pre-Orders
May 31, 2023

This week, the dad's respond to a story sent in about a dad feeling down and stuck, Jeff says no to a Tears of the Kingdom request, Trevor commits another Gaming Dad sin with a Pre-order of Diablo 4, and Jeff's kids are building their own dang RPGs!

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Ep. 289 - Pokémon Go-s The Screen Time
May 22, 2023

This week Trevor's house is quiet with the screens being turned off for bad behavior, but their local neighborhood is ripe for exploring and finding PokĂŠmon. The dads also discuss some non-alcoholic beer and it being part of a larger health push.

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Ep. 288 - Core Memory Unlocked at Midnight
May 17, 2023

This week Jeff recounts his first successful midnight launch with his kids picking up Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, while also taking a moment to review the game. Trevor is elated at the return of demo's as he decides between Street Fighter 6, (now with more kid friendly controls), and Diablo 4.

 

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Duration: 00:29:23
Ep. 287 - Roblox Causes Tears Of The Kingdom
May 10, 2023

This week Jeff contemplates his kids first midnight launch for Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom having shed his own tears trying to salvage a Roblox account. Trevor meanwhile is in VR trying to pick up some Spanish with Noun Town, and dreams of the education game future.

 

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Duration: 00:33:44
Ep. 286 - #DadsPlayToo
Apr 28, 2023

This week, the Dads participated in a great event from Nintendo "Dad's Night In with Nintendo" #DadsPlayToo - where they got to meet other gaming dads and play a few rounds of Splatoon 3. Huge thanks to Nintendo for the opportunity.

Trevor coaches his kids on how to behave in the outside world, Jeff takes his kids to the arcade for a birthday, and Trevor gets a round of applause on his motorcycle.

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Duration: 00:29:16
Ep. 267 - Steam-y Content
Apr 17, 2023

This week Jeff deals with a kid downloading some NSFW DLC, Trevor has some power struggles over the home console, Pokemon Card fever continues, and the dads have a great gaming tip for anyone who owns a SteamDeck.

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Duration: 00:29:58
Ep.266 - Pokemon C’mon
Apr 10, 2023

This week the dads share an amazing story from fellow Gaming Dad Chad who found a way to sneak in some gaming with a Switch.

The dads discuss an interesting situation with a child's friend's dad joining a game, the current sad state of Pokemon for kids, and the exciting state of a Dads's first Pokemon game.

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Duration: 00:31:34
Ep.265 - And Hecks Coming With Me... And My Son Is Coming With Me
Apr 03, 2023

This week, one dad dips into Minecraft again, but by himself while another brings his son down to heck with the free Diablo 4 Beta Weekend. 

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Duration: 00:29:17
Ep. 264 - Arcade Minecraft and Diablo 4 at Home
Mar 21, 2023

This week, Trevor brings his kids to a bustling arcade to sadly watch as they head straight to Minecraft Dungeons (which is pretty cool), Jeff dips into Windwaker on his Steamdeck and enjoys the game more with cheats, Trevor talks of a recent family trip and the gaming tips that helped, and they briefly discuss the recent Beta release of Diablo 4. 

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Duration: 00:31:38
Ep. 263 - Surviving In MineCraft It Gets Better
Feb 28, 2023

This week, Trevor rekindles his joy of Minecraft with his sons switching to survival, Jeff's kid plays a game of hide and seek with his iPhone, Trevor's Xbox wipes their accounts, and Jeff reminds us all that it keeps getting better.

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Duration: 00:31:54
Ep. 262 - PSVR 2 and Elden Ring Cheats
Feb 20, 2023

This week Jeff drags out the ol' PSVR, (not PSVR 2 sadly), and discusses his annual game tradition. Trevor has gone to the dark side and begun cheating at Elden Ring, and recounts a story of setting barriers with his kids (including a surprise "Back In my Day" story).

 

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Duration: 00:33:46
Ep. 261 - Get Dad Motors Running
Feb 13, 2023

This week Trevor plots out a surprising Mid Life Crisis purchase, kids fight over dad gaming time, a Movie Game results in watching the actual Movie, and Jeff joyously jumps back into a missed gem with the remake of Metroid Prime for the Nintendo Switch.

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Duration: 00:29:45
Ep. 260 - Elden Dads
Feb 01, 2023

This week one dad finally jumps into the punishment of Elden Ring (and enjoys it), Jeff reacts to the recent GoldenEye release, and the dads discuss the place of remakes amongst the recent DeadSpace release.

 

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Duration: 00:29:13
Ep. 259 - Gaming Dad Hopes For The Year
Jan 23, 2023

This week the dads list out their hopes for the upcoming Gaming Dad Year in their households, Trevor sustains another VR Sports injury and considers the ramifications as his son asks to play Fortnite, while Jeff suggest side quests as chores.

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Duration: 00:32:47
Ep. 258b - Emulating Games and Aging in VR
Jan 16, 2023

This week Trevor recovers from his Virtual boxing career and Jeff dips into some emulation with his SteamDeck (and brings the kids along for the ride!). They dads also discuss the recent court loss for Epic and Fortnite and remind dads to remain vigilant. 

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Duration: 00:30:25