Tapezilla

Well, it's that time again, the time for Tape of the Year, time for your favorite men and animals to duke it out. Who will win? Who won't? Most won't, but one will. Find out who that lucky one is all in this newest edition of Tapezilla.

On a very special Tapezilla, the guys take a stab at guessing their personal Top 5's of 2013... in April. In addition, they also talk Beav's swollen lip, PAX/GDC reveals, noogy and some forgotten X-Men. And don't forget--this is your last chance to submit your 2012 Brackets! Visit tapezilla.net/toty ASAP!

The guys continue their record-breaking ways with their 6th new show of 2013. Tomb Raider, MLB 13 The Show, Metal Gear Rising, AC3 and Sly Cooper talk is all anchored by the first new prank call in almost 5 years. And don't forget to fill out your TZ Tape of the Year bracket at tapezilla.net/toty

It wouldn't be E3 without TZ's sardonic musings. Listen to the boys' takes on this year's show. Try and guess the combined number of hours of Treehouse watched by TZ. Hint: it's almost triple digits.

After a well earned sabbatical, the guys are back enlightened, refreshed, and ready to kick off Season 9 of Tapezilla. On the docket: fearing Windows 10's aggressiveness, avoiding smalltalk/terrorists, The X-Files, and a hypothetical sciencing the shit out of Tinder.

Drac is absent after a life-altering event, leaving Beav and RJ to fend off another Pete cycle. Time is ticking for one of the boys, while another discovers the true meaning of a "knuckle sandwich".

The boys get into a heated debate, and one of them makes an outrageous promise. Beav takes no prisoners, and Pete makes a blunder that will haunt him for life. Don't miss this one--it's sure to be a classic.

No topic's off limits in this week's TZ. Pete's shocking revelation of gaming past rocks the crew, while Beav makes a discovery that makes us all question his existence. All this and more in a brand-spankin'-new TZ.

Better late than never, this TZ runs the emotional gamut. The full crew returns to ponder the evolutionary history of the wang and explore its relationship to family politics. An update on #tobleronegate leads to new show lore, but not before first taking a dark and somber turn.

Beav's Destiny-related tardiness occupies the first portion of this week's episode, and Drac, Peter, and RJ discuss Monster Hunter. Drac tags Beav in, and the guys touch on Bloodborne, The Order, indie games Hunger and Megaton Rainfall, and the finer points surrounding the legality of unauthorized sequels to old school games.

The boys are excited about something involving nipples and masks (not what you think), the KKK (not what you think), and what $2,000 will get you from Carrie Fisher (not what you think). All this, Honey Nut Scooters, an update on #tobleronegate, and more!

Pete's brush with death can't stop the guys from diving into one of the more eclectic episodes in recent memory. The three Cs (customer service, curling, and chocolate) are on the agenda this week, as is an update on the show's retro spin-off.

Despite Drac's absence, there are more animal noises than usual in this week's TZ. Memories of the X-Wing and TIE Fighter series lead to discussion of space combat sims of the past, present, and future. The guys also touch on the unfortunate and inevitable corruption of Nintendo's new franchise, and some plans to expand TZ's burgeoning empire.

It's a walk down memory lane as the boys recount RJ's feud with Adam Richman, the "Stevie Tour" of Philly, and other tales from the annals of crew history, including the story of the show's conception. Drac and Peter share their mixed-yet-positive reviews of the Grim Fandango "remaster" and Dying Light, and a disagreement about how a certain deal transaction played out threatens to break the boys apart.

All 4 guys return for the third straight week to talk about life, games and preorders. In this episode, Drac discusses his obsession with Dragon Age Inquisition and makes a plea to Beav and RJ to check it. Beav finally admits that Destiny is taking over his life and still takes up all of his gaming time, while Pete and RJ talk horror games including Resident Evil HD and Alien Isolation. The guys also reveal the Pete cycle... to Pete himself.

The whole gang is back just one week after the last show to talk movies, games and whatever else. Listen to the guys reminisce about Jurassic Park and Star Wars, theorize on how Little Drac got fat and choose the one sealed NES game they'd each like to squeeze each morning before work.

The guys return after their longest hiatus yet to give Tapezilla one more shot. Beav, Pete and RJ discuss what they played over the Summer and Fall, including possible Tape of the Year candidates Destiny, The Last of Us Remastered and Alien Isolation. Also, go behind the scenes as Pete reads some of the early seasons' show notes.

Season 7 starts with a super-sized episode as the guys talk Watch Dogs and Mario Kart 8, debate Early Access games on Steam (again) and finally make some downright ludicrous E3 predictions.

Beav's out on meat holiday, so Pete and RJ talk Tomb Raider and Ninja Gaiden 3, while Dracula rages over ZombiU.

For the first time in Tapezilla (and maybe podcasting) history, we're bringing you a completely uncensored, unedited episode... oh yeah, and it's over 4 hours long. It's the first ever Tapezillathon! You'd be hard-pressed to find a topic that isn't covered. PS4 and Xbox One? Check. Retro games? Check. Ariana Grande? Check. Xardion? Double check.

The boys are back, bright-eyed, and bushy-tailed after their annual and highly logical post-E3-preview-and-season-opener hiatus to talk about what they did on their summer vacation. Peter's new acquisition, grown men collecting toys intended for children, and more. Games include Zombi U, Pikmin 3, Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate, Star Wars Galaxies (at length), and, of course, show favorite Road Runner's Death Valley Rally, but not Grand Theft Auto V (because that'd be far too timely).

TZ kicks off its sixth season with a bang, as the boys re-enact the Wario voice auditions, discuss The Last of Us, write Bill & Ted 3, and fawn over the best TV ad ever. They also finally analyze E3... sort of.

The boys delve into the topics on everyone's mind this time of year: Black Box's "Strike it Up", the Metroid series, and selling Beav on Animal Crossing: New Leaf. Also discussed is E3.

Since everyone else this week is focusing on the Xbox One, the guys decide to skip over it all together to talk Energy Hook, Clarissa Explains It All, RJ's MiiVerse artistry, and a brand-new exercise technique.

The guys are back to reveal the winner of this year's bracket contest, plus Pete pulls back the curtain on working for IGN in the late 90s.

This week, the guys talk about the Big 4's (PS4/Assassin's Creed IV), some of their recent retro gaming purchases on eBay, Miss Teen Delaware, Mega Man 2 and truly frightening moments in games.

The guys' retro gaming obsession extends into this week's show, this time with something to show for it. Also, Pete talks about his trip to "GameStop" and Beav defends his Ouya preorder.

The whole gang is back for another week of nonsense. This week they discuss Ni No Kuni, used game stores, the best way to experience retro games, Beav's $400 lamp and much more.

The entire TZ team is back to discuss a range of important issues, including Resident Evil: Revelations, Shinobi (3DS), CraigsList couches, a very unfortunate ant, and more.

An unusual absence gives the show a different feel this week as the guys discuss Craigslist shopping (and selling), Hitman: Absolution, XCOM, Far Cry 3 and CES. Plus, they revisit a prank from the early days of TZ.

The guys come back from their most recent hiatus to surprisingly talk about lots and lots of games, including Far Cry 3, Need for Speed: Most Wanted, Dishonored and everything Wii U. Also on the agenda are hot moms in commercials, Arrow and Beav's strange aversion to CBS.

The guys return from their Summer hiatus with lots of stories, plus some new games to discuss. RJ gets into Sleeping Dogs (Creepin' it Real), Transformers: Fall of Cybertron and Deus Ex: Human Revolution, while Beav talks New Super Mario Bros 2 and Assassin's Creed II. OK, so it's not all new games.

Pete's intense hatred for Diablo carries all the way into Tapezilla's Fifth season opener and causes one of the biggest fights to date. The 3 regulars also discuss this summer's Steam sale, Tera's character creation tool, 127 Hours, and well, a lot of other things. Note: After 72 episodes, Peter is still confused as to the optimal conditions for recording a podcast and thus left his speakers on for the entire recording. Send all complaints about the echo to @TZPete.

On the latest TZ, the guys discuss the seemingly lackluster E3 and Drac finally tells his infamous "Harry Potter Story".

Now 70 episodes into this thing, the guys discuss their Diablo obsession, their Melanie Iglesias obsession, RJ on America's Got Talent, and finally reveal the winner of the Tape of the Last Two Years Bracket Challenge!

In a special "behind the scenes" episode, STB, RJ, and Pete (argue about) fine tune the bracket ahead of the Tape of the Last Two Years specials.

This is the moment the world's been waiting for. The winner of TZ's first ever TOTLTY is decided.

The whole team (plus a special guest) is together again for some surprises, a few broken hearts, and lots of busted brackets in the first half of the March Madness spectacular. It's total insanity.

RJ, STB, and Peter start a Drac-less evening normally, but end up getting in touch with their feminine sides. Sports devolves into David Beckham, the "vocal fry" trend, hair, milkshake recipes, and, unfortunately, more.

It's THAT time of year, when the boys get into the spirit of the season and play "Secret Easter Bunny". Feelings are hurt when one host gives another a very unwanted tape. Drac plays scientist and reveals an ancient sex potion, Pete becomes a game developer, and loads more.

Yeah, we didn't believe we'd actually do it either, but here's Day 12. In the thrilling conclusion of the Christmas extravaganza, our hosts put a bow on the game recommendation round table, critique control in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, and bring it all home with baby turtles.

DID STB diss Thor? Find out and stick around to hear the guys touch on Terraria and pasta dinners, then hold a game recommendation round table. There may also be a little Thor.

Day 10 rings in the new year as the conversation TRANSFORMS (get it?) into the inevitable comparisons between Star Wars The Old Republic and Star Wars Galaxies.

TZ's three-part series on flatus concludes, though other important themes (societal norms pertaining to male group nudity, Transformers) are also delved into.

If you liked the end of Day 7 you'll love Day 8, as it consists almost entirely of fart chat: teaching nieces to fart and more on the relationship between flatulence and romance..

Bob, Pete, Drac, and STB pick up where they left off as they get into Skyrim mods. That ends on a sour note, and they're thrust violently into a solid eight minutes of bathroom etiquette for spouses and strangers.

Day 6 wraps up "games that play themselves", touches on Rage and id Tech, and ends up exploring the mystical realm of Skyrim.

The guys debate TZ as material for stand up to get Day 5 started. The conversation shifts to a "Battlefield 3 vs Modern Warfare 3" showdown between STB and Drac which derails into "games that play themselves". Also: Thor.

A long lost special edition of Super Metroid is revealed, some repressed Secret Santa angst surfaces, Pearl Harbor is remembered, and a little bit more Way Forward round out Day 4.

The Christmas train keeps rolling in Day 3 as the conversation shifts to 2D games (especially the Metroid series) and, you guessed it, Thor.