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Aug 5, 2026 2 hr 17 min

306 - Side Quest: Best Gaming Year

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In this special episode, Nick is joined by Mark and Chazzee to decide which year of the last 30 delivered the greatest lineup of video game releases. From genre-defining classics and blockbuster sequels to overlooked gems and surprise hits, the trio revisits three decades of gaming history to determine the ultimate gaming year. You can find additional content by us over on the LGR website at www.lapsedgamer.com and you can get in touch with us via Twitter at https://x.com/lapsedgamer or on the infinitely less awful Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/lapsedgamer.bsky.social You can also see our videos over on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAGtlQOKR97vqxhyXekAVwg Our streams can be seen at Twitch.tv/LapsedGamer The Lapsed Gamer Radio Team created this episode. Edited by Mark Hamer Original LGR themes, FX and music cues created and composed by Mark Hamer. Logos created by Mark Reay. You can stream or directly download our episodes via our Podbean homepage https://lapsedgamerradio.podbean.com If you’re enjoying our content, please subscribe to and review Lapsed Gamer Radio on Apple Podcasts.

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