Nights On, Lights Off Podcast

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In Episode 19 of Nights On, Lights Off, JayShy and Will dig into the uncertain future of Xbox, answer Apollyon's import gaming challenge, and do another round of We’ve Got Your Number as we rank the best video games with “8” in the title.🎮 In this episode:Is Xbox in trouble? We discuss the latest concerns around Xbox, Game Pass, studio restructuring, hardware strategy, and whether Microsoft still knows what Xbox is supposed to be.What should the next Xbox become? A premium console, a Windows gaming box, a Steam Machine competitor, or something closer to an Xbox “Fire Stick”?Ask NOLO Podcast: Apollyon gives us three import game vouchers — $10, $100, and $1,000 — and we have to choose what we’d buy.Gaming Challenge: We play Aero Dancing 4 / Aero Elite Combat Academy for PS2 and talk arcade flight combat, training sims, Pilotwings comparisons, and why this is exactly the kind of oddball import-adjacent game we love discovering.We’ve Got Your Number – Episode 8: Ranking the best games with “8” in the title.What we’ve been playing: Recent pickups, retro discoveries, import experiences, and a little preparation for the future of Neo Geo AES+.Whether you’re into retro gaming, import collecting, Xbox history, Game Pass, PS2 hidden gems, RPGs, or game collecting culture, this episode has plenty to dig into.Like, comment, and subscribe for more late-night conversations about gaming’s past, present, and uncertain future. 🎙🔥Follow the HostsJayhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWillhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscordhttps://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtSubstackhttps://tsumigeimporters.substack.com#Xbox #GamePass #ImportGaming #RetroGaming #GameCollecting #PS2 #FinalFantasyVIII #DragonQuestVIII #MarioKart8 #NeoGeo #VideoGamePodcast #NightsOnLightsOff

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In Episode 18, JayShy and Will answer listener questions, explore some of gaming’s most memorable environments, debate which classics deserve modern remasters, and build the ultimate wishlist for the next wave of NEO GEO AES+ releases.🎮 In this episode:Friend of the show Apollyon asks:-What are our favorite uncommon video game environments?-What games that have never been remastered should final be remastered?-What games should be in wave 2 for the AES+-The search continues as we rank the best video games with "7" in the title.-Our thoughts on Persona 4 Arena Ultimax, its fighting mechanics, story content, and whether it deserves more attention from Persona fans.-Recent pickups, hidden gems, and the games currently occupying our time.Like, comment, and subscribe for more late-night conversations about gaming's past, present, and future. 🎙🔥Jayhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWillhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscordhttps://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtSubstackhttps://tsumigeimporters.substack.com#RetroGaming#EarthBound#PanzerDragoonSaga#Persona4ArenaUltimax#NeoGeo#SNK#GameCollecting#VideoGamePodcast#GamePreservation#NightsOnLightsOff

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In Episode 17, JayShy and Will tackle one of the biggest questions facing the hobby in 2026: How awesome with new Neo Geo AES+ be? And is gaming becoming a luxury?From the return of one of the most iconic (and expensive) retro systems to the rising cost of collecting, this episode dives into a lot of detail on the gaming landscape in 2026🎮 In this episode:NEO GEO AES re-release – what it means for collectors and retro enthusiastsThe rising cost of gaming in 2026 – are games, imports, and hardware pricing people out?We’ve Got Your Number – Episode 6 – ranking the best games with “6” in the titleGaming Challenge: tackling the wild and unforgettable Chou Aniki CollectionWhether you’re into retro collecting, import gaming, or the economics of the hobby, this episode explores where gaming is headed—and who might be left behind.Jay – https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWill – https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscord – https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtSubstack – https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com#NeoGeo #RetroGaming #GameCollecting #GamingCosts #ImportGaming #ChouAniki #VideoGamePodcast #PhysicalMedia #NightsOnLightsOff

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In Episode 16 – The Leap Towards Spring, JayShy and Will welcome the changing season with a conversation about gaming habits, collecting pressures, and the strange emotions that come with revisiting old favorites.From springtime gaming traditions to the realities of import tariffs, this episode blends nostalgia, industry realities, and collector psychology.🎮 In this episode:• Springtime gaming traditions – the games and rituals that signal the start of a new season• Shy’s confrontation with tariffs – how import costs are changing the hobby• Games we’ve been playing lately – impressions, discoveries, and recent sessions• The guilt of replaying games – why collectors sometimes feel pressure to always play something new• We’ve Got Your Number – Episode 5 – ranking the best video games with “5” in the titleIf you’re into retro gaming, import collecting, and thoughtful conversations about the hobby, this episode dives into the rhythms of gaming life as the year moves forward.Like, comment, and subscribe for more late-night discussions about gaming’s past, present, and future. 🎙🔥Follow the Hosts:Jayhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWillhttps://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscordhttps://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtSubstackhttps://tsumigeimporters.substack.com

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In this first episode of 2026, JayShy and Will kick off the next chapter of Nights On, Lights Off by looking ahead—at the games they’re playing now and the imports they’re excited about. NOTE: We experienced internet connectivity issues during the first 14 minutes of the show. Audio normalizes around the 15 minute mark.🎮 In this episode:Games we’ve been playing:Import games we’re looking forward to in 2026 – and what recent import experiences say about the hobby’s futureImport gaming in the age of tariffs – what’s still worth buying and what’s changedThe big question: If you moved to another country, which games would you take with you—and why?We’ve Got Your Number – Episode 4 – ranking the best games with “4” in the titleLike, comment, and subscribe for more late-night conversations about gaming’s past, present, and future. 🎙🔥Jay – https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWill – https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscord – https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtSubstack – https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com#ImportGaming #GameCollecting #RetroGaming #Podcast #NintendoSwitch #PhysicalMedia #NightsOnLightsOff

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In this month's episode, JayShy and Will slow things down , answer some listener questions, discuss the biggest holiday game releases, and share their thoughts on the future of collecting.🎮 In this episode:The best holiday game releases of all time – the titles that defined Christmas mornings and winter breaksAsk NOLO Podcast Listener Questions:Game features we’ve never actually usedWhat will happen to game prices over the next 5–10 years?Our honest thoughts on game preservationThe big existential question: Did we waste our lives collecting games?Analogue 3D impressions –first impressions and analysisGames we’ve been playing lately – recent picks, impressions, and what’s holding our attentionLike, comment, and subscribe for more late-night conversations about gaming’s past, present, and future. 🎙🔥Follow the Hosts:Jay – https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWill – https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscord – https://discord.gg/wdBbC2rRkvSubstack – https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com#GameCollecting #GamePreservation #HolidayGaming #RetroGaming #Analogue3D #PhysicalMedia #VideoGames #Podcast #NightsOnLightsOff #importgaming

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 Join JayShy of ShinMegamiTalks and Will of Game Escape for a Thanksgiving-themed episode of Nights On, Lights Off, packed with nostalgia, hardware reflections, and some tough collecting questions.🎮 In this episode:Thanksgiving gaming memories – rituals and memories from the Thanksgivings past.Recent imports & what we’ve been playing – new pickups, hidden gems, and first impressions.Dying Switch cart follow-up – results from our testing ritual and what we’ve learned about cartridge longevity.Five years of PS5 and Xbox Series X|S – how the current generation stacks up, what’s aged well, and what still hasn’t delivered.Valve’s hardware reveal – Steam Machine, Steam Deck, Steam Frame and where the company got it right (and wrong).Ask NOLO Podcast: If you owned a hard-to-find game missing its manual, how much would you pay to make it complete—and which game would be worth it?Whether you’re into retro collecting, modern imports, or gaming history, this feast of an episode has something for everyone. Grab a plate and tune in!Like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into gaming’s past, present, and future. 🎙🔥Follow the Hosts:Jay – https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWill – https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscord – https://discord.gg/A3BJmbzRPUSubstack https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 In this special episode of Nights On, Lights Off, JayShy and Will are joined by friend of the show Apollyon (Kyle) for a deep conversation on Switch collecting, import economics, and the shifting future of collecting.🎮 In this episode:-Apollyon’s collecting backstory – his origins, preferences, and how he approaches imports today-Are Switch & 3DS physical games time-limited? The real concerns around flash memory lifespan-Tariffs & importing in 2025 – how bad has it actually gotten, and what’s STILL worth importing?-Why Metroid Prime 4 hype feels strangely muted – is the mainstream just over it already?-Gen Z is collecting PS2 now – the retro cycle has officially shifted againIf you're into import gaming and collecting, this episode is MUST LISTEN material. Like, comment, and subscribe for more late-night deep dives into gaming’s past, present, and uncertain future. 🎙🔥Follow the Hosts:Jay: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWill: https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtSubstack: https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com#ImportGaming #GamePreservation #NintendoSwitch #Tariffs #MetroidPrime4 #RetroGaming #PS2 #Podcast #GameCollecting

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 Join JayShy of ShinMegamiTalks and Will of Game Escape for the second season of the Nights On, Lights Off podcast! In Episode 11, our hosts kick things off by discussing what it’s like to move a massive video game collection, sharing tips and challenges from personal experience. They then turn their attention to the Nintendo Switch 2, breaking down the controversies surrounding the console along with some unexpected positives for players. Finally, the conversation shifts to the global tariff situation and how it could impact the world of import gaming. Whether you’re a retro collector, Nintendo fan, or import enthusiast, this episode has something for you—so tune in and enjoy the discussion!#NintendoSwitch2 #NintendoSwitch #ImportGaming #tariffs #RetroGaming #PlayStation #MegaDrive #Podcast #Sega Jay: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRg Will: https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQ Discord: https://discord.gg/b7zVmbyEfxhttps://tsumigeimporters.substack.com

The lights are off, but the night is on! 🌙 Join JayShy of ShinMegamiTalks and Will of Game Escape as they dive deep into the world of import gaming in this month’s episode of Nights On, Lights Off!🎮In this episode:Breaking down the Nintendo Switch 2 trailer – What does it reveal about Nintendo’s next-gen console?Columbus CircleGenesis imports – Are these modern Mega Drive games worth adding to your collection?Most anticipated 2025 import games – The upcoming releases we can’t wait to play!Viewer question from Apollyon – What were our collections like 10 years ago, and where will they be 10 years from now?Whether you're into retro gaming, import collecting, or next-gen speculation, this episode has something for you. Like, comment, and subscribe for more deep dives into gaming’s past, present, and future! 🎙️🔥2025 Releases where excited about:P-47 II-MD (Mega Drive)Assault Suit Valken (Switch)Venus Vacation Prism-Dead or Alive Xtreme (PS5/PS4/Switch)ZPF (Mega Drive)Earthion (Mega Drive) Steam Hearts/Advanced VG (Switch)—---------------Neptunia Riders vs Dogoos (Switch)Suikoden I&II HD Remaster (PS5/Switch/Series X/S)Lunar Remastered (All Major Platforms)Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time (Switch)#NintendoSwitch2 #NintendoSwitch #ImportGaming #RetroGaming #PlayStation #MegaDrive #Podcast #SegaJay: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRgWill: https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQDiscord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVtBlog: https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com

The lights are off, but the night is on for JayShy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts reminisce on the 30th anniversary of Playstation, then turn their attention to some new developments in Switch collecting. JayShy talks about his strategies for balancing importing with family life, especially in light of his new collecting rabbit hole. Then our hosts revive the We've Got Your Number segment, and try to determine the best game with 3 in the title. #nintendoswitch #importgaming #retrogaming #playstation #legendofzelda #podcast Jay: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRg Will: https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQ Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com

The lights are off, but the night is on for JayShy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our intrepid hosts are both battling colds, but they press on to discuss their latest pickups, the PS5 Pro, the state of Ubisoft, and then they are joined by Oscar, an American IUX developer working for #Grezzo in Tokyo. Join the fun in this action packed episode! And check out our Substack: https://tsumigeimporters.substack.com Games we’ve been playing- Will: MemoryCardPro 2 Urban Reign Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Schim Astro Bot The website we mention in this segment: https://www.doesitplay.org Shy: Reynatis BatBoy Ridge Racer 7 News Stories: Reactions to the PS5 Pro The state of Ubisoft and which Ubisoft games will be collectible It Came from Japan! Lollipop Chainsaw Midgar Art Book #nintendoswitch #importgaming #retrogaming #ps5pro #legendofzelda Jay: https://www.youtube.com/@UCyJJi55KkmLsbWlw2HZ3IRg Will: https://www.youtube.com/@UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQ Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt

The lights are off, but the night is on for JayShy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts compare the collectability of PS4 and PS5 games and talk about their playthrough of Tokyo Xanadu eX+. JayShy reveals his mystery PS4 games and Will makes an AAA gaming confession. The discussion then turns to AI and concludes with Jay and Will risking their lives and livelihoods by discussing DEI themes in video games. Join the fun! Games we’ve been playing: Will- Saroo Saturn Flash Cart Analogue Duo Jailbreak Melty Blood Lumina Taito LD Game Collection Street Fighter 6 College Football 25 Shy: Mystery PS4 Games Tokyo Xanadu News Stories: Generative AI replacing jobs in the gaming industry.  DEI Initiatives at Japanese Game developers. Info on Sweet Baby Inc. It Came from Japan! Sega Hard Historia

The lights are off, but the night is on for JayShy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠, as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts return after a long hiatus and are ready for an epically long three hour game chat. On the docket for this episode are Will's experiences game hunting in Japan, Jay's insane pick-ups, hot takes on the future value of Switch games, complaints about FOMO publishers like LRG and so much more. Episode 6: July 5th, 2023 What we’ve been playing-Modded 3DS and lots of Switch titles News Stories: Why Japanese gaming companies avoided mass layoffs.  Japan Experiences How valuable will Switch collecting be? A Y2K Collector discussion What do we think about FOMO Publishers like Limited Run? Games we’re looking forward to in the second half of the year. 

The lights are off, but the night is on for Shy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts discuss the following topics.  News Stories: Gamers choosing older games. Newzoo Game Study Modern game fatigue due to industry practices and politics. Xbox 360 Price Explosion.  Segment 1: Top 5 Games You’ve Double Dipped On Segment 2: Top 5 Games You’ve Left Sealed Segment 3: Why did Switch win out over PS4 as the hot console to collect for? Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt

The lights are off, but the night is on for Shy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts discuss the following topics.  What we’ve been playing: Will: PS2 MC2SIO/MX4SIO Card Readers Analogue Pocket+Dock Retrotink 4K Shy:  Gungrave G.O.R.E Ultimate Edition Unicorn Overloard Kanagawa Jet Girls  Senran Kagura Peach Beach Splash Trinity Trigger Scroutfold Deathmark 2 News Stories: The Decline of Physical Media-Reacting to Reserved Investment’s discussion. Main argument: With the decline of brick and mortar shopping experiences, the desire to collect is dying out in younger generations. The “wall of games” phenomenon is actually an after-effect of seeing rows of games at Toys R’ US and Software Etc. and trying to recreate that at home, as adults. Without these emotional experiences, there is no nostalgia, and games have no historical value, like antiques do. Therefore, it is a danger for the game collector’s market.  Yuzu emulator taken down by Nintendo. Layoffs in the video game industry It Came from Japan! Will’s pick: Fate Extella Link PS4 Special Edition with Mahjong Set Jay’s Picks: Game Center CX Replay, Dreadout, Gunvolt Records Cychronicles 

What are the best games with numbers in their titles? Will and Jay have taken it upon themselves to start from 0 and work their way to 100 on a quest to rank the best games that feature a number in some way. We'll take into account game titles in other languages or numbers that are spelled out, but we'll ignore series entries that aren't explicitly numbered. In this episode, we take on the most ambitious number in gaming: 2! Ranking games with 2 in the title essentially means ranking every sequel of any significance in the history of gaming. Are we up to the task? Find out! And be sure to check out our Podcast, where we'll be continuing this project! https://open.spotify.com/show/6MYBJnYwXBEJ0edyAMyEim?si=fde2d7cff9ee4f51https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nights-on-lights-off-podcast/id1716880284?ign-itscg=30200&ign-itsct=podtail_podcasts Check out GameEscape at: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCP19bfnUf1fOWhPESVq56CQ Check out JayShy at ShinMegamiTalks at: https://www.youtube.com/@shinmegamitalksJoin the Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt

What are the best games with numbers in their titles? Will and Jay have taken it upon themselves to start from 0 and work their way to 100 on a quest to rank the best games that feature a number in some way. After tackling 0, we now move on to 1, and discuss a surprising mix of games. Which game is the Number 1 of Number 1s? Listen and find out! Check out JayShy at ShinMegamiTalks: https://www.youtube.com/@shinmegamitalks Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt

What are the best games with numbers in their titles? Will and Jay have taken it upon themselves to start from 0 and work their way to 100 on a quest to rank the best games that feature a number in some way. We'll take into account game titles in other languages or numbers that are spelled out, but we'll ignore series entries that aren't explicitly numbered. This immense undertaking will take some time, but today we'll start the journey at 0. Join us! Check out JayShy at ShinMegamiTalks: https://www.youtube.com/@shinmegamitalks Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt

The lights are off, but the night is on for Shy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts discuss the following topics.  Christmas gaming: Will: Analogue Duo Impressions Otogi Katsugeki Mameda no Bakeru: Oracle Saitarou no Sainan!! Dodonpachi Daioujou Lot’s of Steam Games: Toaplan Shooter Collection  Jay:  Castlevania Anniversary  Espgaluda 2 Maximo Ghosts to glory Steel Assault News Story: Import Game Pricing Conspiracy?-Peter Dorr discussion (and possible interview), Counter Point PeteDorr-Japanese sellers colluding to raise the prices of certain Japanese games. JContra: More sellers than ever, greater focus on Japanese import gaming, influencer hype driving pricing on certain games, no collusion Key Segment 1: Future of physical media collecting and physical game prices. Will younger people keep the hobby going? Conflicting indicators 1 and 2. Ubisoft view on physical media.  Key Segment 2: Most anticipated import releases of 2024 Will: Game Center CX Retro Game Challenge Dokyusei Remake Touhou Luna Nights Under Night In-Birth II: Sys Celes Jay: Slave Zero Radiant Silvergun Collector’s Edition Gunvolt Records Cychronicles It Came from Japan! Will’s pick: Nintendo Dream Magazine, December 2023 and January 2024 Jay’s Pick: Osman Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt 

The lights are off, but the night is on for Shy of ⁠ShinMegamiTalks⁠ and Will of ⁠Game Escape⁠ as they go down the rabbit hole of import gaming. This month, our hosts discuss their Christmas gaming rituals and memories, their top 5 night levels in video games, and they look ahead to 2024 and talk about the top systems to import for in the new year.  Games discussed: Will: Super Mario RPG Remake Furaiki 4 Like a Dragon-The Man who Erased his Name Plus some Steam Deck OLED thoughts Shy:  Duke Nukem: A time to kill. (Evercade Port) Devil Engine Gensou SkyDrift It Came from Japan! Will’s pick: Newtype 100 Lunar Artbook (plus Kamurocho Gate Acrylic Standee) Jay’s Pick: Espgaluda 2 (Super Deluxe Edition) Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/8EwjqNFCVt 

What happens when two insomniac gamers who cut their teeth in the 90s get together in the middle of the night and talk gaming? Join JayShy of ShinMegamiTalks and Will of Game Escape as they go down the rabbit hole of modern import gaming, talk about their collections, share gaming memories, and give out a few tips on which games will become rare and sought after. The light’s may be off, but it’s game on for Jay and Will.   Show Notes: Games we’ve be playing: Jay: Redemption Reapers, Full Void Will: Mario Wonder, RoboCop Rogue City Topics: Chinese Companies Buying Japanese Game Studios How did we get into Japanese import gaming? What is our collecting end game? It Came from Japan: Will’s Pick: Super Real Mahjong Love Collection Jay’s Pick: DoDonPachi Resurrection Correction: The LD Compilation we discussed did not have Dragon’s Lair in it, but rather these games.  Join the discord: https://discord.gg/Y7ksqXyQ2