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Jump Crouch
by Jump Crouch
Jump Crouch is an irregular podcast focusing on games... and stuff. Hosted by Aaron, Kevin, and Orrin.http://jumpcrouch.com/
Episodes
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Episode 120 - Ninja Gaiden 2 Review, Sniper Elite, and Plans for 2025
Join us as we dive into the surprise release of Ninja Gaiden 2 Black. We explore how this remaster stacks up against its predecessors and whether its combat still holds up against today's action games. The crew speculates about the future of the series and what a potential Ninja Gaiden 4 might...
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The Jumpies: Our 2024 Game of the Year Awards
The Jumpies, our 2024 games of the year. Time Stamps: 0:40 - A Tribute to David Lynch 5:00 - Kicking off the Awards 8:00 - First Category: Best Character 14:50 - Best Style and Art Direction 23:35 - Best Level Design 29:15 - Best DLC 32:30 - Best Music 40:50 - Best Weapon (Unofficially sponsored…
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Episode 119 - Our favorite films of 2024
Madeline Stanley (@madexposure on X) joins Aaron and Orrin to dive into their favorite films of 2024! Tune in for our yearly wrap-up as we share the movies that wowed us, surprised us, and left a lasting impression this year. We each share our top five movies of the year, including some honorable...
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Episode 118 - The Jump Crouch Post-Game Awards Show
Aaron, Kevin, Orrin, and Mike attended the Game Awards, and we’re here to share our thoughts! We dive into what excited us most, the awards we felt were truly well-deserved, and why we’re absolutely hyped for the new Ninja Gaiden game. Plus, we had the chance to meet some amazing people in the...
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Episode 117 - Silent Hill 2, Alan Wake Lake House DLC, and Remake Fatigue
Nic Grasso (@nickygra97) joins us to talk Silent Hill 2, Alan Wake 2 DLC, and remake fatigue. 0:00 - Intro 7:30 - Silent Hill 2 Remake non-spoiler review 48:30 - Alan Wake 2 Lake House DLC review 57:00 - Kevin gives his quick thoughts on the Vampire Survivors Castlevania dlc, Clock Tower Rewind,...
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Episode 116 - Video Game Industry Report Card + Silent Hill 2 Remake
1:00- Silent Hill 2 Remake impressions 15:30- Our video game industry report card 18:30- Sony report card 53:00- Xbox report card 1:17:00- Nintendo report card 1:34:00- PC Report Card 1:50:30- Video Game industry general report card Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions,...
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Episode 115 - Our Top 10 Games of the Decade so far
This week Sida (@Sida6666) joins us and we decide once and for all what are the best games of the first half of the 2020's. There can be only one (or 10). 4:00 - we reveal our personal top tens 1:59:20 - we summarize our personal top tens 2:02:00 - debating the top ten games of the decade so far...
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Episode 114 - Summer Catch-up: We review Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, Anger Foot, and more
This week Zack stops by and we cover the games we might have missed this summer. 6:30 - Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess review 18:00 - Discussing the new Doom remasters 35:30 - Anger Foot review 43:30 - Fallen Aces impressions 46:30 - Felvidek review 52:40 - Selaco review update 1:07:30 - LXD…
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Episode 113 - Our favorite games of 2024 so far
This week Nic Grasso stops by and we talk about our favorite games of the year so far, along with other favorite non-gaming things. 7:20 - Our favorite games of 2024 so far 1:04:00 - Our favorite non-gaming things of 2024 Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and...
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Episode 112 - Shadow of the Erdtree Review, followed by a Spoiler Discussion
This week Mike joins the gang as we go all in on the Shadow of the Erdtree DLC. A lengthy spoiler-free review, followed by a spoiler section at the end. 7:00- Shadow of the Erdtree non-spoiler review 46:30- Shadow of the Erdtree SPOILER discussion 1:21:00- quick reviews of I Saw the TV Glow,...
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Episode 111 - Shadow Of The Erdtree, Hellblade 2 review, and GPT DM Review
Elden Ring is back baby! Also, Senua's Saga: Hellblade II review from, Aaron let's chatgpt 4o DM his Dungeons and Dragons, and Kevin finally admits that Doom Eternal is the best doom game. Join the Jump Crouch discord for more game discussions, retrospectives, and interviews!...
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Fallout (1997) | Long Jump Restrospective
In this episode, we’re diving headfirst into the post-apocalyptic world of the original 1997 Fallout game. Come along as we chat about the history and lasting impact of this iconic RPG with Mike, Aaron, and Zach. Mike and Aaron can’t get enough of it and will tell us all about why they love it,...
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Developer Interview w/ Anders from High North Studios, creator of "SKALD: Against the Black Priory"
This Week: A Special Dive into SKALD: Against the Black Priory! Join Aaron as he sits down with Anders from High North Studios for an in-depth discussion about the creation of the game, "SKALD: Against the Black Priory." The conversation covers the intricacies of game development as they explore...
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Episode 110 – WTF is XBOX thinking? Also, we review Crow Country, and Orrin went to a film festival
This week Kevin calls in to join Orrin and Aaron to discuss their feelings about recent closures at Xbox. Also Crow Country receives a glowing review from Kevin and Orrin. Finally, Orrin shares his favorite films from the Chicago Critic’s Film Festival. 1:00 Xbox Talk, 41:00 Crow Country Review,...
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Episode 109 – We review the Fallout tv show (and the 1997 game). Also, a Dragon’s Dogma 2!
In this week’s episode, Orrin provides a full review of the highly anticipated Dragon’s Dogma 2, developed by Capcom. Aaron takes a nostalgic dive into the classic 1997 game, Fallout, developed by Interplay. Zac shares his thoughts on Pacific Drive, a new title from Ironwood Studios, and Penny’s...
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Episode 108 – Horizon Forbidden West, Maniac, and the games we’ll never uninstall
This week Orrin is out for his birthday, but Mike joins the gang to fill in for him. We discuss the PC port of Horizon Forbidden West, the horror game Mundaun, Unicorn Overlord and Kevin reviews Dark Forces. Also, we discuss the games that have earned a permanent spot on our hard drives and why.
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Episode 107 – We review Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth & Helldivers 2–also Unicorn Overlord & more
This week Zac and Drew stopped by. Drew gives a full review of Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth. Orrin shares his love of Helldivers 2. Aaron dives into the tactical and strategic world of Unicorn Overlord. Zac updates his Pacific Drive impressions and tells the gang about Penny’s Big Breakaway 1:30-...
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Episode 106 - Pacific Drive, Dark Forces: Remastered, Tekken 8, & Stalker on console
Zac fills in for Orrin and the gang digs into Pacific Drive, Dark ForcesL Remastered, Tekken 8, The Stalker Trilogy, Baldur’s Gate 1, and God of War 1, and 3. Check out Zac on twitter and Youtube Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat with us –
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Episode 105 – Our Favorite Movies of the Decade so far
This week Taylor and Nicolo Grasso stop by to talk about our favorite films of the decade so far. Time Stamps0:00- Introduction of co-hosts and guests3:45- we start sharing our personal top five movies of the decade so far, starting with our fifth picks 16:10- our fourth picks28:55- our third...
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Episode 104 – Tekken 8, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, & Sony State of Play Impressions
This week we review Tekken 8 and Like a Dragon Infinite Wealth. Also TLOU 2 No Return and Sony’s State of Play. 5:30- Reviews of Tekken 8, The Last of Us: No Return, and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth 43:30- Sony State of Play thoughts Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 &…
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Episode 103 – Most Anticipated Games of 2024 with Samson of the ‘Grow Up, Level Up’ podcast
Samson joins the gang and we discuss what we’ve been playing, and what we’re excited about in 2024 Check out his podcast here – https://growuplevelup.com/. 4:20- Our Impressions of the Xbox Developer Direct 17:50- The Games we are playing, including Last of Us 2: No Return and Palworld…
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The Jump Crouch’s Game of the Year Awards 2023
Time Stamps: 4:30 – We guess each other’s top threes of the year! 13:10 – Best game feel 20:50 – Most disappointing thing of 2023 28:57 – Favorite moment 49:25 – Games we liked in 2023 that were not from 2023 53:10 – Best Weapon 59:34 – Best Music 1:08:22 – Best Downloadable Content 1:13:27
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Episode 102 - We Went to the Game Awards
The Jeff Awards came and went, and Orrin and Aaron were on the scene. We wanted every trailer so you don’t have to. Mike joins and we discuss the game awards, as well as the many games we are playing currently including Alan Wake 2 new game +. Avatar, and the Finals. 8:50 – Our
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Episode 101 - Robocop, Mario Wonder, And World Of Warcraft Hardcore
Game of the Year lists are already starting to drop, and we discuss some of the earliest winners 7 losers. Alan Wake 2 seems to have taken an early lead, even if it didn’t find as much favor with our crew. Also, Orrin gives a full review for Robocop: Rogue City, Aaron updates his BG3
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Episode 100 - Super Mario Wonder, Alan Wake 2, The Talos Principle 2 & Baba is You
This week we managed to only mention God of War Ragnarok 3 times. Yay, team! Also, Garrett stopped by to help us celebrate 100 episodes. We discuss Super Mario Wonder, Baldur’s Gate 3, The Talos Principle 2, Alan Wake 2, Baba is You, Sea of Stars, Resident Evil 4: Separate Ways, and Teardown....
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Episode 99 - Alan Wake 2, The Talos Principle 2, and The MGS: Master Collection Vol. 1
Alan Wake 2 is here, it’s real and Orrin is coming fresh off a full play to drop his review. Also, Nic Grasso pays a visit, and we discuss the Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 1, Lords of the Fallen, The Talo Principle 2, Underrail: Heavy Duty, and Unchartered 4. Finally, we inexplicably,...
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Throwback Re-release - 'The Nocast' Episode 2 (2016)
Going back in time to see we little podcasters from the gentle years of 2016.
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Episode 98 - Lords Of The Fallen, Counterstrike 2, Cocoon, Sea of Stars, & Phantom Liberty
This week Mike stops by and we catch up on a huge host of fall games. Everyone loves Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, though opinions are more muted with respect to Lies of P. Lords of the Fallen, Sea of Star, Cocoon, Counterstrike 2, and indie classic crpg Underrail all get discussed. Follow…
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Max Payne (2001) | Long Jump
This week we look back at 2001 classic Max Payne from Remedy Entertainment. Zac joins us as we reminisce about one of gaming history's most iconic faces.
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Episode 97 - Resident Evil 4 DLC, Cyberpunk 2077 2.0, Starfield, and Lies Of P
This week Taylor stops by and we discuss more Armored Core 6, Resident Evil 4: Separate Way DLC, Lies of P, Starfield, and the Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 patch. Also some thoughts on the Microsoft gigaleak. Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat…
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Episode 96 - Starfield, Pseudoregelia, & Detriot Become Human
Starfield has finally launched, eliciting diverse reactions from both audiences and critics alike. How did the gang feel after investing countless combined hours into it? Mike and Zac join the conversation. Additionally, what defines a Bethesda Game Studios game as a 'Bethesda Studios Game'? We...
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Episode 95 - Armored Core 6, Turbo Overkill, Amid Evil - The Black Labyrinth, & Baldur's Gate 3
This week, Zac pays us a visit, and we dive into the world of Tony Hawk Pro Skater. Additionally, FromSoft delivers a heavy blow to Orrin and Kevin with Armored Core 6, Aaron ventures into heretical territory with Amid Evil's DLC, Zac brings the thunder with Turbo Overkill, and we receive…
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Episode 94 - Baldur's Gate 3, Remnant 2, Viewfinder, & Chained Echoes
This week, we're thrilled to welcome Mike to the conversation as we delve into the captivating realm of RPGs. The highly anticipated Baldur's Gate 3 has transcended expectations, passing our mental litmus test and devouring our precious free hours. Additionally, Orrin lauds the virtues of Remnant...
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Episode 93 - Our favorite movies and tv shows of 2023 so far
Nicolò Grasso joins us as we look back at the first 6 months of 2023 in Film and TV. Spoilers are avoided so rest easy. Also no mention of Barbie or Oppenheimer, as they missed the window for this podcast. Enjoy! Check out Nic on Twitter – @nickygra97 Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter…
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Episode 92 - Final Fantasy XVI, Octopath 2, And The midpoint Game Of The Year Check-in
Nicolò Grasso stops by lending his always welcome and keen insights. We start with a critique/review of FFXVI, then heap praise on Octopath Traveler 2 and Amnesia The Bunker. Then move on to the rest of the games of the year so far, as well as the disappointments, and finally the looming releases...
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Andrei Tarkovsky's Stalker - Long Jump
This week we do a deep dive 1979 art film by Andrei Tarkovsky, Stalker. Full spoilers ahead. We also briefly mention the book Roadside Picnic, and the 2007 game S.T.A.L.K.E.R. Shadow of Chernobyl. Drew joins us, and we all leave about as confused about the meaning of Stalker as we were when we...
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Episode 91 - Summer Games Fest And the Microsoft Bethesda Conference
Keigh3 has come and gone. With came a host of press conferences and game announcements. We watched everything so you don’t have to. What did we think of Starfield, Alan Wake 2, and Star Wars Outlaws? Stay tuned to find out! Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join...
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Episode 90 – Diablo 4, Warhammer 40k: Boltgun, And Street Fighter 6
This week we’re joined by Connor (@ConnorMB_onFilm) and we dig into Diablo 4, Street Fighter 6, Warhmmaer 40k: Boltgun and the finally released System Shock Remake. Also we grade the Sony press conference and speculate on what we might see at Summer Games Fest. Please give Connor a follow on...
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Episode 89 – The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and the GQ’s Top 100 games of all time
This week is episode 89, and we finally qualify for the senior discount. Yay, team! Garrett stops by, and we discuss The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, indie shooter darling Hrot, and the 2d souls-inspired Metroidvania Tails of Iron. Also, GQ gets roasted by us for trying to name the 100...
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Episode 88 - Redfall, Evil West and the State of Microsoft
Episode 88 is a doozy. We discuss Redfall's disastrous launch and look deeper at Microsoft's current state of game publishing. What the hell is going on? We also discuss Evil West & Dredge. Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat with us –...
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Episode 87 – Dredge and RE7, also the top five video game remakes of all time
Welcome to this week’s episode of Jump Crouch! We are thrilled to have Mike Carlson joining us as our guest. Today, we will be discussing a highly debated topic in the gaming world – is 30 fps acceptable for a shooter game in 2023? Is Microsoft failing? Has Daddy Phil stopped sending checks? In...
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Resident Evil 4 Remake - Long Jump
Welcome to our latest Jump Crouch Long Jump, where we dive into and discuss some of our all-time favorite games. This week, we have returning guest, Zac, who joins us to talk about the remake one of the most iconic games of all time – Resident Evil 4.
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Episode 86 Diablo Beta, Resident Evil 4, Quake, Sifu & Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty
This week, Zac Frazier joins the group as they delve into various game discussions, covering titles such as the highly anticipated Resident Evil 4 Remake, Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Sifu, Quake, Counter-Strike 2, and the Diablo 4 Beta. Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron...
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Episode 85 - Resident Evil 4 Chainsaw Demo, Warzone 2.0 DMZ, And Castlevania Dead Cells
This week Ben stops by to fill in for Orrin. Dead Cells gets a Castlevania DLC, MW2’s best-kept secret is its Warzone appendage extraction mode DMZ, and Capcom shocks us all with an awe-inspiring demo for Resident Evil 4. Also, can boring games be fun? Is some amount of tedium a vital element in...
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Episode 84 Returnal comes to PC, also Atomic Heart, and Like a Dragon: Ishin!
Mike joins us this week. Also Returnal has finally come to PC and we’ve done the time with it. We also dig into Atomic Heart, Like a Dragon: Ishin!, more Hitman Freelancer, and the Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty demo. https://www.vice.com/en/article/pkg7qz/is-atomic-heart-pro-russia-or-just-russian…
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Long Take | Bram Stoker's Dracula
This week we are by joined Drew, who through sheer force of will got all of us to watch the incredible, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, directed by Francis Ford Coppola. Well done and thank you Drew! Full spoilers are ahead as we dive into the plot, production, performances, and history of this 1992…
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Episode 83 - Deadspace Remake, Hi-Fi Rush, Goldeneye, Deltarune Chapter 2 and Metroid Prime
This week we are joined by the always insight Drew. We discuss way too many games. Including the Dead Space Remake, Hi-Fi Rush, Hitman’s new freelancer mode, Delta Rune chapter 2, Goldeneye, Metroid Prime Remastered, and the new System Shock demo. Also Orrin opines about his love for the 2016…
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Episode 82 - Ion Fury, Hrot, The Wolf Among Us and our top 5 Horror games of all time
This week Zac Frazier joins us as we discuss The Wolf Among Us, Final Fantasy V, Hrot, Ion Fury, Resident Evil 2, and Skyrim’s survival mode. Also, the team attempts to create a consensus list of the top 5 horror games of all time. Tempers flair, disputes erupt, and feelings get roiled. Grab your...
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Episode 81 – The Games of the Year 2022
Our annual game of the year discussion. Sit back and enjoy the deliberations for the different categories. Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat with us – https://discord.gg/YHRezVwGk2 Produced by Orrin Luc & Aaron McNair. Mixed by Aaron...
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Episode 80 - Film And TV Wrapup 2022
This week Nicolò Grasso joins us for something a little different, an episode dedicated entirely to the films and television shows of 2022. Check out Nick’s podcasts Uncut Gems & Death by Adaptation. Follow Orrin & Aaron on Twitter, @BadFilmTakes1 & @mediabyaaron Come join our discord and chat…
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Jump Crouch is an irregular podcast focusing on games... and stuff. Hosted by Aaron, Kevin, and Orrin.http://jumpcrouch.com/
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