Originally streamed live on July 20, 2025, this episode of Real Gamers Speak pulls no punches—we’re calling out the games that got way too much love.

From overhyped launches and fan-fueled nostalgia to titles that never lived up to their praise, we break down:

• Why some games don’t deserve their legendary status

• The gap between hype vs. reality

• Why people still defend them anyway

• And plenty of no-sugarcoating hot takes

If it’s overrated, we put it on blast—and no franchise was safe.

🎧 Tune in and join the debate on the most overrated games of all time.

Originally streamed live on July 13, 2025, this episode of Real Gamers Speak dives into the world of New Game Plus—the feature that keeps single-player games fresh long after the credits roll.

We cover:

• The benefits and appeal of New Game Plus

• Iconic games that nailed it (and the ones we wish had it)

• Different types of NG+ systems

• Our first memories of seeing it in action

• Why it’s become a must-have for completionists and challenge-seekers

Whether you love carrying over OP weapons, chasing hidden endings, or flexing on your second run—this episode is packed with hot takes and nostalgic vibes.

🎧 Hit play and relive the discussion!

We’re diving into those legendary moments—the ones that made us geek out HARD. Whether it was an epic plot twist, a clutch win, or a childhood memory locked into pixels, we’re sharing the scenes that stuck with us.Pull up and join the nostalgia trip as we relive our all-time favorite gaming memories, straight from the heart and straight from memory.

Fatherhood hits different—and in this episode, we’re putting down the sticks to talk about leveling up in real life. Join us as we open up about the challenges, responsibilities, and rewards of being a dad in today’s world. Whether you're a father yourself, grew up with one, or you're still figuring it all out, this one’s about growth, guidance, and breaking generational cycles.From gaming with our kids to juggling responsibilities and redefining what fatherhood looks like—this conversation gets real. No cheat codes, just honesty.

First up: The BIGGEST drops from Sony State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and the Xbox Showcase. We’re reacting to all the trailers, breaking down what games have us hyped—and which ones look like straight-up disappointments 👀🎮.Then we’re switching gears for a powerful conversation on Life During & After the Pandemic. COVID changed everything—how we live, work, play, and connect. From lockdown loneliness and mental health challenges to the gaming boom and the shift to remote life, we’re reflecting on how it all reshaped us—and what “normal” looks like now.

Tune in as we dive into the ultimate survival scenario: a full-blown zombie outbreak. From the type of undead we're up against to scavenging strategies, we’re breaking down how we’d survive, where we’d hide out (or hold down), and who we’d trust by our side.Would we build a settlement or go full lone wolf? Would you make it with us or slow us down?

In this episode of Real Gamers Speak, we’re breaking down the non-Black characters (and real-life folks) who earned their stripes in the culture. From anime legends, video game icons, celebrities, public idols, and a few wild cards in between, we’re ranking who gets what and why. We’re ranking non-Black characters and folks on the Cultural Acceptance Scale:🥄 Level 1: Cookout Invite🃏 Level 2: Spades Partner🚫 Level 3: The N-Word Pass

We’re diving headfirst into the world of anime with our Top 5 Anime picks—come see if your favorites made the cut!

But that’s not all:
🔥 The rising prices of gaming consoles—are they justified or just greedy?
🦍 The wild 100 men vs. 1 gorilla debate—our take on the chaos.
🚨 The delayed release of GTA 6—what does it mean for Rockstar and the fans?