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Episode 41: 3 Indie Games You NEED to Play

Shawn, Piel the Beer Guy, Gee (Gee-nius), and Gab the Pretty Cowboy gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 41 as we bring back another edition of our Games to Play segment! 🍺🎮 In this episode, indie gaming enthusiast Gee-nius takes the lead and shares 3 indie games that left a lasting impression on him and that he believes every gamer should consider experiencing 👀 Gee breaks down what makes each of these games special, how they stand out from the crowd, and why they showcase some of the very best that indie gaming has to offer. Along the way, the rest of the crew reacts, asks questions, shares their own thoughts, and discusses what truly defines a great indie game 😄 🎮 Hyper Light Drifter  ⚔️ Transistor  🚀 No Man's Sky From mysterious worlds filled with atmosphere and discovery to unforgettable stories, unique gameplay mechanics, and massive adventures created outside the traditional AAA space, this episode highlights just how creative and impactful indie games can be. As always, the conversation naturally branches into memorable moments, personal experiences, gaming recommendations, and plenty of laughs along the way 🍻 🍻 Whether you're already a fan of indie games or looking to discover something different from the usual blockbuster releases, this episode is packed with recommendations that deserve a spot on your backlog! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  📺 Full video available on YouTube  🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub [https://linktr.ee/gameversepub] 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers!  🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca [https://angelicajones.ca] #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #indiegames #hyperlightdrifter #transistor #nomanssky #indiegaming #gamestoplay #podcast #videogames Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

Episode 40: 3 Stealth Games you NEED to Play

Shawn, Platinum J, Olive, and Shane gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 40 as we bring back another edition of our Games to Play segment! 🍺🎮 In this episode, stealth gaming expert Platinum J takes the lead and shares 3 must-play stealth experiences that every gamer should have on their radar 👀 PJ breaks down what makes each game special, how they approach stealth differently, and why they stand out as some of the best the genre has to offer. Along the way, the rest of the crew reacts, asks questions, shares their own experiences, and debates what makes a great stealth game 😄 🎮 Hitman: World of Assassination 🪖 Ghost Recon Wildlands & Ghost Recon Breakpoint 🕶️ Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory From carefully planned assassinations and tactical military operations to classic stealth missions in the shadows, this episode explores a variety of ways to play smart, stay hidden, and complete the objective. As always, the conversation naturally branches into memorable moments, favorite mechanics, personal stories, and plenty of laughs along the way 🍻 🍻 Whether you're a longtime stealth fan or someone looking for your next great game, this episode is packed with recommendations that deserve a spot on your backlog! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Full video available on YouTube 🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub [https://linktr.ee/gameversepub] 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca [https://angelicajones.ca] #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #stealthgames #hitmanworldofassassination #hitman #ghostrecon #ghostreconwildlands #ghostreconbreakpoint #splintercell #splintercellchaostheory #gamestoplay #podcast  Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

Episode 39: Upcoming Game Releases 2026

Shawn, Platinum J, Olive, and Shane gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 39 to talk about some of the biggest upcoming game releases we’ll all be watching over the next year! 🍺🎮 In this episode, each member of the crew takes turns bringing up a game they’re excited, curious, or cautiously optimistic about as we dive into what the future of gaming could look like 👀 From massive open worlds to long-awaited sequels and exciting remakes, the crew reacts to and discusses games like: 🎮 007 First Light  🚗 GTA6  🦖 Jurassic Park Survival  🧙 Fable Remake  🏎️ Star Wars Galactic Racer  🎭 Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy  ⚔️ Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynched  🐺 Marvel’s Wolverine As each game gets brought to the table, the conversation naturally branches into hype, concerns, memories tied to past entries, and what we’re hoping these upcoming releases deliver 😄 🍻 Whether you're counting the days for GTA6 or just looking for new games to keep an eye on, this episode is full of fun discussions and upcoming titles worth watching! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  📺 Full video available on YouTube  🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub [https://linktr.ee/gameversepub] 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers!  🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca [https://angelicajones.ca/] #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #gta6 #007firstlight #fable #marvelswolverine #assassinscreedblackflag #starwarsgalacticracer #jurassicparksurvival #plaguetale Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

Episode 38: Player Profile - Olive 🫒

Shawn, Gee, Piel the Beer Guy, and Olive gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 38, bringing back one of our favorite segments: Player Profile! 🍺🎮 In this episode, the spotlight is on Olive (@thatgamerolive) as she takes us through her gaming journey in the most fun way possible. 👀 With a series of multiple-choice questions, Olive challenges the crew to figure out the games and moments that shaped her as a gamer — while we debate, overthink, and try to read her reactions along the way 😄 Olive puts us to the test with questions like: 🎮 What game made me fall in love with gaming?  🛋️ What’s my favourite couch co-op?  🎮 Which Switch game had me in a choke hold?  👥 What’s my favourite team/squad game? From nostalgic picks to unexpected favorites, this episode is full of laughs, great guesses, and fun insights into Olive’s gaming history. 🍻 Whether you're playing along or just enjoying the chaos, this is Player Profile at its best!  🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  📺 Full video available on YouTube  🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub [https://linktr.ee/gameversepub] 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca [https://angelicajones.ca/] #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #playerprofile #gamingpodcast #thatgamerolive #gamingcommunity Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

Episode 37: 3 Horror Games You NEED to Play

Shawn, Platinum J, Olive and Piel the beer guy gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 37, introducing a brand new segment: Games to Play! 🍺🎮 This new segment shines a spotlight on a specific genre each time, with one member leading the charge, and in this episode, Platinum J takes us deep into the world of horror gaming. 👀 PJ brings 3 of his top horror recommendations to the table: Outlast, Cronos, and Dead Space, breaking down what makes each of them worth playing. As he shares his experiences, the rest of the crew reacts in real-time, asking questions, learning about these games, and deciding whether they’ve got the courage to try them out themselves 😅 From tense moments to hilarious reactions, this episode is packed with laughs, curiosity, and some seriously interesting horror game insights. 🍻 Whether you're a horror fan or just horror-curious, this is one segment you don’t want to miss! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Full video available on YouTube 🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music 🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #horrorgames #outlast #deadspace #gamingpodcast #cronos Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub