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With over 174 years of gaming experience at our table, our rotating hosts will take you back to your favorite retro games and culture! From the distant 80's to a far flung 65 billion years in the future, come level up, and listen to the Press B to Cancel podcast. Visit us at https://pressbtocancel.com or say hi on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/pressbtocancel.pressb.org

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    Press B 303: Mina the Hollower - Masterpiece or Misstep?

    Mina the Hollower is finally here, and we're still torn on whether it’s a genuine Game of the Year contender or just a frustrating attempt at a 2D Soulslike. This week, we discuss our progress and breaking points in Yacht Club Games' long-awaited, Game Boy inspired adventure. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 302: Summer Game Fest Recap - Tupac's Back Jack!

    Tupac's back, baby! And if you're wondering why... because VIDEO GAMES! This week, we're diving into Summer Game Fest 2026 with a recap, breaking down our thoughts on Friday's main show, as well as the massive Sony State of Play from earlier in the week. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 301: Your Mitochondria Called. They've Unionized. Parasite Eve

    This week on Press B to Cancel, we're diving into the 1998 PlayStation classic Parasite Eve. The game that made you rethink everything your biology teacher told you about mitochondria. Part RPG, part survival horror, and entirely unforgettable, Parasite Eve dropped players into a nightmare New York City where the real monster was hiding inside every living cell. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 300: Our All Time Top 3 Games

    It's our 300th episode! To celebrate this wonderful milestone, we're doing something special. Over the years each of us has done an episode with our personal all time favorite games. Today we're each going to give our Top 3 and see what has changed. These are the titles that define us as gamers. Join us for a look back and some fun reveals. Thanks for 300 amazing episodes! Note: This episode went off the rails and we had to use our YouTube audio, apologies for any hiccups. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 299: Hidden Gems, On A Friday?!

    This week's episode is hidden gems. Are they retro? Maybe, maybe not; you'll have to tune in to find out! Here is what I can officially confirm: they are definitely games, they are definitely hidden, and they are, hypothetically, gems. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 298: Game of the Year: 1996

    Dolly the sheep was born, Charles and Diana split, and the first Game of Thrones novel was released; but none of that matters! Cause VIDEO GAMES! The year was 1996; PC gamers continued to enjoy legendary titles on their beige boxes while the Nintendo 64 launched to combat the PlayStation for console supremacy. A wildly awesome year for gaming and this week Press B gives their Game of the Year picks for 1996. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 297: Vampire Crawlers In My Skin

    BAFTA Award winning studio Poncle. Let that sink in for a second. Vampire Crawlers is the eagerly anticipated follow up to the massively successful Vampire Survivors, and it is finally here. We have all played it. Some of us lost an entire weekend to the obsession and we need to talk about it. A casual, fast paced deck building roguelite? Yes please. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  8. 294

    Press B 296: Weird Nintendo Accessories: UnNEScessary

    Without a doubt Nintendo is willing to experiment and take risks with it's controllers and peripherals. From the Power Glove and Wiimotes to whatever the heck that ring thing was for the Switch. This week we discuss some of these weird and perhaps wholly unNEScessary accessories from Nintendo. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  9. 293

    Press B 295: Across The Desert Onto The Beach

    This week Chard and Jake sit down and talk about two recent PC releases that are full of sandy grit. Crimson Desert and Death Stranding 2: Onto The Beach. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 294: Games Worse Than Circus Charlie - March Radness!

    March Madness is over, but March Radness returns to Press B! Today we take 10 of the worst games in history and pit them against each other in a winner (loser?) battle to determine which game is worse than Circus Charlie. **Jake Edit: ALL of them, ALL OF THEM are worse than Circus Charlie because it's a classic, TIMELESS arcade game! Who even picked this episode topic?! Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 293: TurboGrafx-16 - More Than Shmups?

    Today we look back at the TurboGrafx-16. Was it actually 16 bits? Did it have more than just shmups? Is Bonk better than Sonic? Do kids still appreciate pinball? All that and more on the Press B Podcast. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 292: The Four Pillars Of Puzzle Games

    This week we hunker down in the nerd hole and determine once and for all the very BEST of the puzzle game genre. From Tetris to Lumines; there can be only FOUR pillars of the genre. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 291: Resident Evil Requiem

    Resident Evil Requiem is the NINTH entry into this pillar of the survival horror genre. Chard has been diving deep in this new release and is here discuss why he can't get enough. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 290: A Return For Diablo?

    There’s no doubt ARPGs are in a resurgence right now, but much of the foundation of modern loot driven dungeon crawlers comes from the legendary Diablo franchise. As Diablo celebrates its 30th anniversary, this week we chat about Blizzard’s staple IP, how it’s changed over the years (decades!), and our favorite entries. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  15. 287

    Press B 289: Could 2026 Be EVEN Better Than 2025?

    Could 2026 actually beat 2025 for gaming? In this episode of Press B to Cancel we break down some more upcoming titles now on our radar including the pod racing energy of Star Wars Galactic Racer and the horror vibes of Silent Hill Townfall. We also talk about the unique mixed reality concept behind Screenbound, time travel RPG Threads of Time, and what could easily be our favorite announcement of the year, Castlevania Belmont’s Curse from the team that made Dead Cells DLC. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 288: Comfort Games

    It's the middle of winter in the dead of February. Pull up a cozy chair and sit by the fire as this week Press B goes around the table to talk about their favorite comfort games. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 287: Dispatch Is A Knockout

    Just a note this episode was recorded prior to the censorship kerfuffle with Nintendo & Adhoc. Dispatch is without a doubt one of the best games of last year, and best in class for it's genre, but uh... maybe go buy it on Steam or PS5 instead of Switch eh. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 286: 2026 Game Releases Forecast

    It's going to be hard to top last year, but 2026 is here and a whole slate of games is on the way. Sure Resident Evil Requiem and 007 First Light are going to be bangers, but what else do we have to look forward to? This week we chat about games we're excited to see this coming year. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

  19. 283

    Press B 285: Commodore 64 Ultimate

    Chances are, you either grew up with a Commodore 64 or you knew someone who did. From Space Taxi to Ultima, it was the other side of 80s gaming across North America and Europe. Now the C64 is back. Last year, a YouTuber and hardcore retro computer superfan bought the Commodore brand and, building on a popular FPGA project, relaunched the C64 for a modern audience of longtime fans and curious newcomers alike. Sinistar picked one up, and he is here to walk you through exactly why he loves it. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  20. 282

    Press B 284: Sisyphean Games 2026

    As is tradition, each year we select a video game we feel we should have beaten. Whether it's for nostalgia, guilt, or a personal challenge; we're here this week to pick our sisyphean game to play this year. Oh and the great motivator? The Wheel of Pain of course! Who will spin it this year? Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  21. 281

    Press B 283: Should You Play Cyberpunk 2077 in 2026?

    Last year, Sinistar took on Cyberpunk 2077; a backlog beast he’s finally slain. He sits down with Chard and Jake to talk Night City spoilers, story, and the endings to decide whether Cyberpunk 2077 is still worth your time in 2026. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 282: Game of the Year 2025

    The Game Awards are long gone and now it's OUR turn. This week it's Press B To Cancel's annual Game of the Year episode! Clair Obscur can't sweep us! Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

  23. 279

    Press B 281: Routine

    ROUTINE, it's anything but! This brand new survival horror game caught Chard's eye and he's going to break it down for the rest of Press B. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 280: Game of the Year: 1986

    From Bon Jovi to the A-Team the year 1986 was...an interesting time to try to explain to my kids. Of course the Nintendo Entertainment System was in it's sophomore year and started gaining traction starting a lot of the classic franchises we still love today. It was also the year Sega launched the Master System here in North America in the second bout of the console war. This week Press B gives their picks for Game of the Year in 1986. Press B To Cancel also on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks and behind the scenes clips. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 279: Soup To Nuts

    As the year draws to a close, each of us has been playing a wide range of games. This week we’re going soup to nuts, chatting about everything we’ve been playing this season. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Want to support the show? Donate via our Patreon and gain additional Discord perks. Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  26. 276

    Press B 278: The Game Awards 2025 Nominees

    Some will call awards shows trash tier entertainment, and Press B is always ready to dive into that gutter! Our Game Awards 2025 nominees episode is here, and once again we are tearing into the categories with love of the game. We also decided toss in a... friendly wager. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 277: Steam Machine March

    Will Valve kick off a new revolution in living-room PC gaming? Should Microsoft and Sony be sweating? This week, Valve announced a trio of new hardware coming in 2026: the Steam Controller loaded with trackpads and gyro aiming, the next standalone wave of VR with the Steam Frame, and what will be destined to be known forever as “The GabeCube” a Steam Machine PC for the living room. Well I guess GabeN64 could also work? Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 276: Game of the Year: 1995

    The year is 1995. While console gamers eagerly await the dawn of a new hardware generation, the gaming world is far from quiet. This year delivered a wave of unforgettable hits, including a surprising number of iconic PC titles. This week, Press B to Cancel shares their personal picks for Game of the Year: 1995. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 275: The Evil Within Franchise Dive

    You can debate whether it's a hidden gem of horror or not, but this Shinji Mikami franchise does NOT get enough love. This week Chard & Sinistar dive into The Evil Within and it's sequel. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  30. 272

    Press B 274: Ball X Pit Surprise Hit?

    Another round of Steam's Nextfest has ended, with thousands of demos one clearly stood out for us. Ball X Pit is a surprise release with an interesting premise. With a dose of Vampire Survivors, a dash of Arkanoid, and a whole lotta balls. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  31. 271

    Press B 273: The Four Pillars Of Horror Games

    Halloween is soon approaching, what better way to celebrate then by debating the absolute pillars of scary games. These are the foundation for the horror game genre. From Resident Evil to Phasmophobia, this week on Press B it's a survival horror showdown. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for ur podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 272: Cronos: The New Dawn

    Without a doubt, Bloober Team has really been hitting its stride. After the undeniable smash hit Silent Hill remake last year, 2025 sees them launching their own sci-fi survival horror fever dream, Cronos: The New Dawn. Our resident expert on all things evil and scary, Chard, is here to break it down for us. Also… something something orphans? Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 271: Turbo Kid

    In this episode, Jake and Wulff are speeding into a post-apocalyptic wasteland with Turbo Kid - a Metroidvania with stunt BMX action! The game is a direct sequel to the movie and maintains the same cheesy, but heartfelt feeling. Ready to become a master of kicking ass? Le Matos's music is fantastic check out: https://lematos.bandcamp.com/ Turbo Kid is well worth it for Metroidvania fans: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1733250/Turbo_Kid/SUMMARY GO HERE Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

  34. 268

    Press B 270: Flipping Out Over Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound

    Really is the Year of the Ninja. This week we are flipping out over Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound. From the developers that brought you Blasphemous comes a surprisingly faithful reimagining of the original NES classic. We give our thoughts on this frantic platformer and whether it's worth your Steam wallet. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 269: Hollow Knight: Silksong - First Impressions

    The game that shook Steam and the Nintendo eShop. Did it break our hearts or win them over? This week on Press B to Cancel, we dive into our first impressions of Hollow Knight: Silksong. From its challenging gameplay and hauntingly beautiful music to the curious art direction and early difficulty. Was this long awaited sequel worth the hype? Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 268: Aliens, Orbs, and Bathrobes - Sierra's Manhunter 1 & 2

    When it comes to Sierra's legacy, most people think of King’s Quest and Leisure Suit Larry. However, there exists a stranger pair of adventure games unlike anything else from the time: Manhunter: New York and Manhunter 2: San Francisco. These bleak, alien-occupied mysteries blended point-and-click adventure with surveillance and deduction in a way no other games dared. Oh, and let’s not forget the awful controls in mini-games sprinkled in for good measure. This week, Jake and Sinistar don their fuzzy bathrobes and break down this lesser-known franchise. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 267: Gamescom Week 2025 - Big Fall Game Reveals!

    It’s Gamescom week; the world’s largest gaming trade show and festival! With dozens of new games, trailers, and announcements dropping, we wanted to highlight the ones we’re most excited about. Just when we thought 2025 was winding down, it turns out there’s still plenty more coming this fall. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 266: The Four Pillars Of Super Nintendo

    Faced with an impossible choice, this week Press B decides the very best, the essential, the four pillars of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. Everyone likes Pilot Wings right? Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 265: Game Of The Year: 1987

    The year is 1987. The year that brought us the origin of the rick roll. The year we wanted to dance with somebody. The year we lived on a prayer. Also the year of endless music one liners Chard can bring while we go round the table with our picks for Game of the Year in 1987! Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 264: Your Face Is A Hidden Gem

    Normally this is where Jake puts a description of the episode, but this week he's had his hands full trying to keep a 3 year old in line and has no spoons left. Get your cereal bowls ready and start slurpin cause in this weeks utensil free episode we are talking about checks notes Hidden Gems AGAIN?! Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 263: Tier Pressure - What a Twist!

    This week, we each rank our Top 3 favorite plot twists or surprises. What a twist! IYKYK Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 262: Tier Pressure - Not Sponsored but...

    Fun references to pop culture or blatant cash grabs? Much like in TV and film; there are a surprising number of games that feature product placement. This week, we each rank our Top 3 games that snuck in brand deals. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 261: System Shock 2 - 25th Anniversary

    System Shock 2 25 years later. An iconic game that earned its reputation over time. We speak of the game, its influence, spiritual successors, and more. Shodan me the money! Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 260: Ruffy and the Riverside Review

    In the world's first Copypastavania (we're claiming that genre term btw), Ruffy and the Riverside first gained our attention as a demo during Steam Next Fest. A fun indie title with an incredibly unique mechanic to change the world around you. Wulff has played it and shares his thoughts on this interesting new game. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 259: Sinistar's Bottom 5

    This week in Press B tradition we ask Sinistar to give us his five least favorite video games of all time. Does he secretly hate Bard's Tale? Has it been an act all along?! Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 258: What's Next? Steam Next June 2025

    Summer Game Fest is over while Steam opened it's semi annual Next Fest show case. Hundreds of demos are currently available to try out on Steam, and this week we brought a few of our favorites. From indie to AAA there is still lots of awesome gaming to be had in 2025, here is something to look forward to! Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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    Press B 257: Game of the Year: 1994

    We take our retro bus past 50mph and speed back to 1994; a year when Nintendo and Sega were locked in fierce console warfare, and PC gaming was branching into what would become some of the most iconic franchises in history. Honestly, this might be one of the best years in gaming. This week we give our picks for Game of the Year: 1994. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 256: The Four Pillars of 2d Platformers

    Today we assemble a list of the best 2d platformers and pick the four absolute pillars of the genre. Super Mario to Sonic, Celest to Super Meat Boy; a calm and rational podcast episode we can all agree on right? Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 255: So Unapologetically French - Clair Obscur Expedition 33

    Sure, Nintendo and Xbox are raising game prices to obnoxious levels; but then comes Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. A $50 title that stands as one of the greatest JRPGs of the last decade. No hype, no spin. If you're a fan of the genre, it's a must-play; and this week Press B to Cancel will tell you why. Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.comRead transcript

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    Press B 254: The Four Pillars of RPGs

    This week on Press B to Cancel, we tackle the impossible: deciding the best turn-based RPGs of all time. From Final Fantasy to The Legend of Dragoon, we dig into the most iconic titles in the genre. What could possibly go wrong? Press B To Cancel now on YouTube! For updates and more episodes please visit our website www.pressbtocancel.com, or find us on Twitter @pressbtocancel Press B is a member of the SuperPod Network; a gaming collective of fellow podcasters and shows. Special thanks to The Last Ancient on SoundCloud for our podcast theme. Find out more at http://pressbtocancel.com

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With over 174 years of gaming experience at our table, our rotating hosts will take you back to your favorite retro games and culture! From the distant 80's to a far flung 65 billion years in the future, come level up, and listen to the Press B to Cancel podcast. Visit us at https://pressbtocancel.com or say hi on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/pressbtocancel.pressb.org

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