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Unskippable Dialogue
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Welcome to Unskippable Dialogue, your ultimate Irish gaming podcast. Join Pearse McCann and Conor King every Wednesday for insightful reviews on new and retro games. Whether you’re a casual or hardcore gamer, tune in for your weekly dose of gaming goodness. We offer engaging discussions, industry insights, and exclusive content for our gaming community. Connect with us on social media and join the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
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065 - Little Kitty, Big City: The Cosy Cat Game You Can Beat in an Afternoon
It's Miss Kitty's first birthday in the house, so this week Pearse takes Conor through Little Kitty, Big City, the cosy open-world cat game from Double Dagger Studio. You're a black cat who tumbles off a high-rise balcony, and all you want is to get home. To do that, you'll need fish, a lot of...
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064 - Ocarina of Time Remake, Metroid Ravenous & Final Fantasy VII Revelation: Nintendo Direct and State of Play Reactions | Ep. 64
It's a news one this week. Pearse and Conor dig into Nintendo's two-day Direct double-header and the latest State of Play, starting with the big one: the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and the Ocarina of Time remake for Switch 2. Conor is forced to revise his all-time trailer rankings, we debate…
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063 - Crow Country: The PS1-Style Survival Horror Gem You Can Beat in a Day
Welcome to Crow Country, the abandoned theme park where the "guests" never left. This week on Unskippable Dialogue, your favourite gaming podcast heads to 1990s Georgia for SFB Games' Crow Country, the PS1-style survival horror gem from the makers of Snipperclips that channels classic Resident...
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062 - The New E3 — Summer Game Fest, State of Play & the Worst Nintendo Direct of All Time?
Pearse and Conor are back in the room (and back to format) to break down the biggest week in gaming: Summer Game Fest, the new "E3." Across one packed episode, they run down State of Play, the June 9th Nintendo Direct, and the Summer Game Fest showcase itself, covering everything Sony, Xbox,...
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061 - Rún Stiúideo on The Corner Café: An Irish Folklore Cyberpunk Café Sim
On Episode 61 of Unskippable Dialogue, we welcome our first-ever guests: Eoghan Moylan and Caoimhe Gunn of Rún Stiúideo, the Galway-and Cork-based indie studio behind The Corner Café, a cosy-ish café simulator set in a cyberpunk Galway City of 2160, steeped in Irish folklore and mythology. We dig...
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060 - Resident Evil Requiem Review – Leon’s Back, Grace Goes First‑Person, and We’re Finally Weekly (Maybe)
Buckle up, dear listeners, the lunar eclipse of podcast uploads returns! In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue, your favourite not‑quite‑weekly Irish gaming hosts finally play and finish the same game at the same time: Resident Evil 9: Requiem. We chat about Capcom’s RE Engine magic, how Leon…
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059 - Rise of the Tomb Raider Review – Worth Playing or One to Skip? | Irish Gaming Podcast
Is Rise of the Tomb Raider actually worth your time, or is it one of those games you play for a few hours and quietly abandon? This week on Unskippable Dialogue, we dig into Lara Croft’s second outing in the reboot trilogy and figure out why it never quite clicks. On paper, it has everything—big...
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058 - Slay the Princess – The Indie Horror Masterpiece You Can’t Trust
In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue – the Irish gaming podcast, Pearse and Conor dive into Slay the Princess, the critically acclaimed indie horror visual novel from Black Tabby Games. Originally released on PC and recently expanded with The Pristine Cut for consoles, Slay the Princess...
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057 - Sorry We're Closed - Love, Demons & Corner Shops
In this week’s episode of Unskippable Dialogue – your favourite Irish gaming podcast – Pearse and co‑host dive deep into Sorry We’re Closed, the indie survival‑horror game that mixes PS1 nostalgia with queer romance, satanic curses and supermarket shelves. Expect witty banter about love as…
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056 - Cyberpunk 2077: The Most Cyber Disaster of All Time (Until It Wasn’t)
In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue, your favourite Irish gaming podcast with more dry humour than a Bethesda bug log, Conor takes on Cyberpunk 2077, from Keanu-powered hype to broken promises and the mother of all patch notes. We relive the pre-order chaos, the pantsless NPCs, the legendary...
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055 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, The Game the Internet Invented vs the One We Got
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, Pearse finally sits down with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, a game that spent seven years in development, one very public reset, and somehow still arrived carrying the weight of everyone’s expectations like a cursed Chozo artefact. We talk about the logo-only reveal...
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054 - The Skippies 2025: Our Extremely Serious Take on The Game Awards
The Game Awards 2025 are done, dusted, and already being argued about online, so naturally, Unskippable Dialogue decided to do our own version. Welcome to The Skippies. In this episode, Pearse and Conor break down The Game Awards 2025 from the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, covering the big...
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053 - Marvel’s Cosmic Invasion: Beta Ray Bill, Baldness & Beat-’Em-Ups!
Get ready for another instalment of your favourite Irish gaming podcast! In this episode, Conor and the Tokken lads trade in pizza for Power Cosmic as they tackle Marvel’s Cosmic Invasion – the brand‑new beat‑’em‑up from Tribute Games and Dotemu. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when…
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052 - Dispatch – The Superhero Telltale Successor We Didn’t See Coming
In this week’s episode of Unskippable Dialogue, the Irish gaming podcast for gamers who prefer their heroics with a dash of chaos and a hint of Buldak hot sauce. Conor takes the lead and reviews Dispatch, the new superhero narrative adventure from AdHoc Games, built by former Telltale devs and...
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051 - Donkey Kong Bananza: Bananas, Boss Fights & Big Monkey Energy
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, Pearse and Conor go full banana-mad as we review Donkey Kong Bananza, the brand-new Switch 2 adventure from Nintendo EPD Tokyo, the powerhouse team behind Mario Odyssey and the Galaxy series. From Void Co.’s corporate villainy to Pauline’s musical awakening,...
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050: Legends Z-A, Mega Starmie, and the Return of Kalos
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, Pearse dives Pokéball-first into the neon-lit alleyways of Lumiose City as we unpack the chaos and glory of Pokémon Legends: Z-A. From its bold urban redesign to real-time battles that have us ducking for cover, we break down what makes this Kalos comeback both...
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049 - SIFU (2022) - A Lesson in Vengeance and Mastery
In this week’s episode of Unskippable Dialogue, Conor takes Pearse through Sifu. Slow Clap’s brutal, stylish martial arts brawler that turns every punch, parry, and defeat into a lesson in patience, precision, and self-improvement. Set in a gorgeously stylised, cel-shaded world inspired by Hong...
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048 – Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Review (PS5)
This week, we dive web-first into Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 on the PS5 – from symbiote suit smackdowns to soaring with the new Web Wings. We break down Insomniac’s ambitious sequel, dig into the major story twists (spoiler warnings in place), and chat about what makes this the most cinematic…
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047 - Metro 2033 Redux Review — Life’s Better Underground (Apparently)
In this week’s episode of Unskippable Dialogue, Conor takes us deep below the ruins of Moscow to review Metro 2033 Redux on PS5 — the grim, claustrophobic shooter based on Dmitry Glukhovsky’s cult novel. Expect talk of radiation, railcars, and rage-quitting mutants, as Pearse probes Conor on...
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046 – Nintendo Direct & Sony State of Play: Could’ve Been an Email
Our cold opens are colder than Pearse’s studio heater, but we’re back with a jam-packed episode about two streams that probably should’ve stayed in someone’s inbox. First up: Nintendo Direct (12 Sept 2025) – Mario’s 40th birthday, a second Mario movie, Super Mario Galaxy remaster drama, Metroid...
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045 - Pokémon ROM Hacks Reviewed: Rocket Red, Radical Red & Why Fans Do It Better
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, Conor takes Pokémon to task and then shows it some love by exploring the fascinating world of Pokémon ROM hacks. Fed up with buggy releases like Scarlet & Violet and uninspired gimmicks, Conor dives into fan-made alternatives that keep the franchise alive. From...
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044 - RoboCop: Rogue City PS5 Review – Unskippable AA Gem
This week on our Irish gaming podcast, we deliver a RoboCop: Rogue City review on PS5, blending nostalgic ’80s action with modern polish. On our video game podcast, the verdict is clear: RoboCop: Rogue City is an unskippable standout among AA games – the kind we need more of. We discuss how it...
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043 - House of the Dead: Overkill (Wii, 2009)
Pearse dives into Sega’s grindhouse rail-shooter House of the Dead: Overkill (Wii, 2009): development by Headstrong Games, how it plays in 2025, that infamous Guinness World Record for swearing, and whether its B-movie humour still land. Gameplay, graphics, soundtrack, Metacritic reception…
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042 - Baldur’s Gate 3 Review – Conor’s Chaotic Journey Through Larian’s Masterpiece
In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue, Conor reviews Baldur’s Gate 3, the award-winning RPG from Larian Studiosthat has captivated players worldwide. From character creation disasters to jaw-dropping story twists, we explore what makes BG3 not just a critical success but a cultural phenomenon....
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041 - The Witch, the Plush & the Forest: Bayonetta Origins Reviewed
In this week’s episode of Unskippable Dialogue, the Irish gaming podcast that can’t be hexed or skipped, Pearse trades stilettos for storybooks as he dives wand-first into Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon – the unexpectedly heartfelt prequel to the bombastic Bayonetta series. This…
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040 - Metaphor: ReFantazio Review – Atlus Goes Full Fantasy with This JRPG Masterpiece
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, Conor dives deep into Metaphor: ReFantazio, the brand-new high-fantasy JRPG from the legendary team behind Persona 5. Developed by Atlus’s Studio Zero, Metaphor trades Tokyo for swords, sorcery, and political drama – but does it live up to the hype? We explore...
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039 - Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom – A Heroine Rises on Switch and Switch 2
In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue, Ireland’s top gaming podcast (and your favourite source of unfiltered gaming chat), Pearse gives a full review of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Nintendo’s latest top-down adventure and the first mainline Zelda game to star Princess Zelda herself....
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038 - Clair Obscur: Final Frenchtasy Reviewing : Expedition 33
In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue, we dive headfirst into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the stylish, surreal, turn-based RPG that’s taken the gaming world, and the President of France, by storm. Set in a Belle Époque-inspired world where anyone over the age of 33 gets poofed into oblivion,...
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037 - Switch 2, Capcom Chaos & Kojima's Wild Ride – Summer Games Fest 2025 Recap
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, your favourite Irish gaming podcast duo, Pearse and Conor, unpack the biggest reveals, controversies, and chaotic moments from Summer Games Fest 2025. 🔥 We kick things off with the blazing hot sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 – but it's not all smooth sailing.…
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Ghost Trick Play-along
Welcome to the Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective Playalong on Unskippable Dialogue — your weekly rewind into one of the most inventive cult classics in gaming. In this spoiler-free first episode, hosts Pearse McCann and Conor King discuss the stylish supernatural puzzler’s development history, its...
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036 - Stray
In this episode of Unskippable Dialogue, hosts Pearse McCann and Conor King revisit Stray, the cyberpunk cat-simulator that took the world by storm — and then gently knocked our hearts off the shelf. Originally released as a free PS Plus title, Pearse returns for a second playthrough on PS5 to...
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035 - News & Updates ft. Diego
Welcome to Episode 35 of Unskippable Dialogue, with your guest host, Diego, a Postdoctoral Researcher in Human-Computer Interaction. In today’s rundown: "Skull Island: Rise of Kong" crumbles under criticism, flagged as possibly the year's worst game. Nintendo Switch 2 gears up for a 2024 launch...
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034 - PS5 Revision
Episode 034 unveils the gaming sphere's hot topics: CD Projekt's efforts to revitalise Cyberpunk 2077, the formation of a game devs union in Poland, job cuts in the gaming sector, Baldur’s Gate 3 on Mac, Animal Crossing LEGO sets reveal, Fortnite’s Fortnitemares 2023 event, the fresh look of PS5...
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033 - Layoffs
In this episode, we navigate a spectrum of hot gaming and broader tech industry topics. We kickstart with a look into Naughty Dog and Epic Games' workforce cutback and its ripple effects on Bandcamp. The chatter transitions to PlayStation Portal's pre-order spree and the speculated Monster Hunter...
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032 - Unskippable Updates: Tokyo Game Show Reveals & Sony's Ransomware Saga
Welcome to another episode of Unskippable Dialogue, your essential gaming podcast for the latest in the gaming world. Today, we dive deep into some of the hottest topics that have been making waves in the gaming community. We' ll be chatting about the following: Analogue Pocket's Transparent...
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Episode 031 - Nintendo Direct / State of Play September 2023
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Episode 30 - FFXVI [Part Three]
Our third playthrough episode of Final Fantasy XVI. As a warning, this episode is pretty spoiler-filled for the final acts of FFXVI! --- You can follow Unskippable Dialogue on --- Discord - https://discord.com/invite/jcFYfYanfN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gaming/unskippabledialogue...
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Episode 29 - FFXVI [Part Two]
Our second playthrough episode of Final Fantasy XVI. As a warning this episode is pretty spoiler-filled for the first acts of FFXVI! --- You can follow Unskippable Dialogue on --- Discord - https://discord.com/invite/jcFYfYanfN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gaming/unskippabledialogue...
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Episode 28 - FFXVI [Part One]
It's our first playthrough episode of Final Fantasy XVI. Our apologies for the audio on this episode. We'll be back to in-person recordings next week. As a warning, this episode is pretty spoiler-filled for the first acts of FFXVI! --- You can follow Unskippable Dialogue on --- Discord -...
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Episode 27 - Metroid Prime Remastered & Triangle Strategy
In the upcoming episode of Unskippable Dialogue, join hosts Conor King and Pearse McCann as they dive into the world of gaming with their incisive reviews. Conor will take the lead, sharing his insights on the strategic nuances of Triangle Strategy, and discussing its gameplay mechanics, story…
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Episode 26 - Nintendo Direct
"Welcome to the latest episode of Unskippable Dialogue, where we dive headfirst into the world of gaming! In this episode, we're unpacking all the announcements from the Nintendo Direct in June 2023. From the new 2D Mario game, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, to the exciting remake of the SNES classic,...
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Episode 25 - Resident Evil 4 (2023) & Final Fantasy Crisis Core Remake
Join Conor and Pearse, your charismatic hosts of Unskippable Dialogue, as they delve into the captivating worlds of two epic gaming remakes on this week's thrilling episode. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through the eerie corridors of the freshly reimagined Resident Evil 4 (2023). Our gaming...
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Episode 24 - Summer Games Fest & Microsoft Showcase 2023
Welcome to Unskippable Dialogue, the ultimate podcast for every game enthusiast! Join us as we delve into the fascinating gaming world, unpacking the most exciting announcements from the Summer Game Fest 2023 and Microsoft's 2023 Showcase. We bring you in-depth discussions on various games, from...
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Episode 23 - News of the Week
Welcome back to this week's Unskippable Dialogue. This week we're chatting about some upcoming games in June 2023. Some of the anticipated releases this month include Street Fighter 6, Diablo 4, Amnesia: The Bunker, Layers of Fear, and Final Fantasy 16. We're also talking about Sony's PlayStation...
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Episode 22 - News of the Week
This week on Unskippable Dialogue, join Conor King and Pearse McCann, as they delve deep (but not too deep) into the gaming news of the week. The duo kick off Episode 22 with Pearse's initial impressions of the highly anticipated, Tears of the Kingdom. Will it live up to the hype and will it go...
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Episode 21 - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet [Part Two]
Unskippable Dialogue - Episode 21: Pokémon Violet and Scarlet - Wrapping Up, Hopes, Predictions, and DLC? (Part 2) Welcome back to Unskippable Dialogue! We're picking up where we left off in our two-part deep dive into the world of Pokémon Violet and Scarlet. 🎮 In the second half of this...
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Episode 20 - Pokemon Scarlet and Violet [Part One]
Welcome back to Unskippable Dialogue, your go-to podcast for all things gaming. In this milestone 20th episode, we're venturing into the vibrant world of Pokémon Violet and Scarlet! 🎮 Join us as we embark on the first half of our two-part deep dive into the ninth generation of Pokémon. From the...
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Episode 019 - Bayonetta 3 (2022) & Superhot (2016)
This week we're chatting about Bayonetta 3 & Superhot. ---- You can follow Unskippable Dialogue on Discord - https://discord.com/invite/jcFYfYanfN Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/gaming/unskippabledialogue Instagram - http://instagram.com/unskippabledialogue Patreon -...
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Episode 018 - Nintendo Direct (September 2022)
In this episode we're reacting to all of the games announced and shown off during Nintendo Direct (13.09.2023). Games announced are below. Fire Emblem Engage It Takes Two Fatal Frame: Mask of the Lunar Eclipse Xenoblade Chronicles 3: Expansion Pass - Wave 2 SpongeBob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake...
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Episode 017 - TMNT: Shredders Revenge & Hitman Trilogy
This week we're chatting about TMNT Shredders Revenge and Hitman Trilogy! Thanks for all the support we've recently passed over 1,200 listens, we're working on a giveaway soon so keep an ear out! You can follow Unskippable Dialogue on Discord - https://discord.com/invite/jcFYfYanfN Facebook -...
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Welcome to Unskippable Dialogue, your ultimate Irish gaming podcast. Join Pearse McCann and Conor King every Wednesday for insightful reviews on new and retro games. Whether you’re a casual or hardcore gamer, tune in for your weekly dose of gaming goodness.
We offer engaging discussions, industry insights, and exclusive content for our gaming community. Connect with us on social media and join the conversation.
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