Hijack a Host: Ryan’s Dying Light Deep Dive – Gaming Podcast

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are diving deep into the eerie evolution of indie horror in gaming. From the early pixelated nightmares that defined the genre to the modern psychological terrors shaping today’s scene, the crew unpacks how independent creators changed the way we experience fear in video games. They’ll explore the rise of cult classics, the bold experimentation that big studios won’t touch, and why indie horror continues to push the boundaries of what gaming can be. If you love video games that send chills down your spine, this one’s for you. It’s a spine-tingling, nostalgia-packed episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming host Josh, Ryan and Ace are here for this special Hijack a Host episode to dive deep into the chaotic, pulse-pounding world of Dying Light. From its groundbreaking parkour mechanics to its gritty story of survival, Ryan explores why this title continues to stand tall in the world of gaming. How does Dying Light’s blend of horror and open-world freedom hold up years later—and what does it still teach us about game design today? Whether you’re revisiting one of your favorite video games or discovering it for the first time, this episode is packed with insight, passion, and plenty of undead action. Join us as we break down how Dying Light reshaped expectations for video games and why it remains one of the most ambitious entries in modern gaming. Don’t miss this thrilling Hijack a Host episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!     Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are descending back into the Underworld for a full-on deep dive into Hades 2! Supergiant Games has returned with another mythic masterpiece, and we’re breaking down everything from the new protagonist Melinoë and her magical combat style, to the roguelike evolution that’s redefining modern gaming once again. Is Hades 2 the sequel fans have been waiting for, or does it struggle to escape the shadow of the original? We’ll explore the gameplay changes, the stunning art direction, and how this release is shaping conversations across the gaming community. Plus, we’ll discuss what Hades 2 means for the future of indie video games and why Supergiant continues to dominate the world of storytelling in video games. Don’t miss this fiery, god-slaying episode of the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are diving into one of the wildest news weeks in video games! Battlefield’s staggering 1.7 million pre-orders is shaking up the gaming industry — but is the hype real, or are fans setting themselves up for another love letter? Meanwhile, Kingsmakers gets hit with another delay, Xbox Game Pass raises prices by a jaw-dropping 50%, and the internet can’t stop talking about the viral phenomenon that is Mega Bonk. This episode is packed with hot takes, chaos, and laughter. Whether you’re here for the news on video games or just want to hear Josh lose his gaming mind over that Game Pass price hike, this is one episode you don’t want to miss. Tune in now for another action-packed ride on The Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are back with another awesome gaming filled episode. Ever have those weird random games you think about for no reason at all? The video games that just pop into your head over and over again? They may not even be good, but there’s something about those video games that just makes you think of them over and over again? Like bad song lyrics or a catchy tune? Well in this gaming packed episode, we’re discussing our biggest Brain Worm video games, why they stay stuck in our head and what makes them stand out.  Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠ Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are diving into something a little different this week—community suggestions on indie games! From hidden gems to underrated passion projects, we’re breaking down the titles YOU recommended and why they deserve the spotlight. Are these indie darlings pushing the boundaries of gaming, or are they simply fun experiments flying under the radar? We’ll cover everything from unique mechanics to standout storytelling and how these games stack up against bigger video games on the scene. If you’re into video games that thrive on creativity, this is the episode for you. Tune in for a community-powered discussion you won’t want to miss on the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are diving into their thoughts on the upcoming game Ananta and the latest Sony State of Play showcase. Is Ananta set to become one of the most exciting video games on the horizon, or is the buzz just another case of gaming hype running wild? We’ll break down what makes this mysterious title stand out, why fans are talking, and whether it has the potential to shake up the current gaming landscape. Plus, we’ll unpack all the biggest announcements from Sony’s State of Play—what impressed us, what fell flat, and how these reveals fit into the ever-changing world of video games. This is a jam-packed episode full of speculation, excitement, and gaming insights you don’t want to miss on the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are finally delivering their FINAL VERDICT on one of the most anticipated releases in gaming history—Hollow Knight: Silksong! After years of hype, delays, and speculation, does Silksong live up to its legendary status, or is this a rare miss from Team Cherry? We’re breaking down everything from its razor-sharp combat and haunting world design to whether it truly evolves the Metroidvania formula for a new era of video games. If you’ve been following the gaming discourse around this title, you won’t want to miss our take on whether it’s masterpiece material or just another chapter in gaming’s long list of overhyped releases. This is a packed episode on one of the most beloved IPs in the world of video games. DON’T MISS IT   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Ace and Josh are bringing you the latest indie gaming news and hottest video game titles you need to know about in this week’s indie focused episode. This week we cover a LOT of games, including Broomstick Exorcist, Gecko Gods, UnderMire and more. It’s another can’t miss indie gaming episode from your favorite video game podcast! Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder Indie Games in this episode:  Recur - A time-bending puzzle platformer where you manipulate time to solve intricate puzzles. Gecko Gods - A cozy exploration platformer where you play as a climbing gecko solving puzzles. Broomstick Exorcist - A hand-drawn beat ’em up with horror elements, featuring a street sweeper battling demons. Engraving - An atmospheric survival horror game you have to draw your own map  Crisol: Theater of Idols - A first-person horror/action game inspired by Spanish folklore. UnderMire - FPS boomer-shooter roguelike with multiplayer and a hand-drawn Saturday morning cartoon art style. Whisper Mountain Outbreak - A co-op survival horror game with escape-room style challenges set on a cursed mountain.   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠ Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are back with another This Week in Gaming (TWIG) episode, and it’s a loaded one! From the potential Elder Scrolls VI to the wild chaos of Fortnite’s controversial new Delulu proximity chat bans, there’s no shortage of news to break down. We’re also talking about the upcoming stress test for Arc Raiders, the sleek new shooter making waves, and diving into the latest updates on the much-anticipated Hades II. Is this the most packed week in video games yet? We’ve got thoughts. From industry drama to exciting releases, this is a can’t-miss roundup of everything happening in gaming. Whether you're deep in the trenches of online battles or just here for the hottest video games news, this TWIG episode is your go-to fix. Tune in and stay ahead of the curve with the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf and Phelps   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, Patrick, NorwegianGreaser and PeopleWonder   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/Dsx2rgEEbz⁠ Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices