Podcast
30 Something Gamers
Join Retro Revival and Boxy Arty as they talk all things gaming; well mostly complain and disagree with each other. Combining Retro Revivals northern enthusiasm with Boxy Arty’s bitter disappointment - these 2 seasoned gamers set the world to rights and give their gaming hot takes.
Find Retro Revival at:
Tik Tok: RetroRevivalTom Youtube: RetroRevivalTom Twitch: RetroRevivalTom
Find Boxy Arty at:
Tik Tok: boxyarty
- Episodes
- 137
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 59 min
- On air since
- 2025
- Latest episode
- 23 hours ago
Episodes
137 episodes, newest first
-
1 hr 8 min
The Best Swordplay + Swords Ever, in Gaming! #74
Show notes
Get ready to sharpen your blades! In Episode 74 of 30 Something Gamers, Tom and Dan dive into the ultimate tier list of iconic video game swords and the most satisfying swordplay mechanics in gaming history. From the rhythmic parry systems of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice and Onimusha to the massive scale of Chivalry II and Cloud’s legendary Buster Sword in Final Fantasy VII, we break down what makes slicing and dicing feel so good.
Plus, Tom continues his quest for forgotten retro gems on real hardware, revisiting GameCube classics like Luigi's Mansion and the mind-bending psychological horror of Eternal Darkness: Sanity's Requiem. Stay tuned for retro platformer nostalgia with Sega's Rystar, hilarious local multiplayer gems like Nidhogg, and a breakdown of bizarre gaming urban legends.
In This Episode:
•
Iconic Video Game Swords: Debating Cloud's Buster Sword (Final Fantasy VII), Arthas's Frostmourne (World of Warcraft), Raziel's Soul Reaver, and the Soulcalibur series.
•
Best Swordplay Mechanics: Why Sekiro, Ghost of Tsushima, Chivalry II, Devil May Cry 5, and Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance set the gold standard for melee combat.
•
GameCube Retro Gems: Deep-diving into Eternal Darkness's insanity meters and Luigi's Mansion's surprisingly dark easter eggs.
•
Sega Mega Drive Classics: Reliving the 16-bit era with the underrated platformer Rystar.
•
Local Multiplayer Highlights: Why Nidhogg remains the ultimate quick-fire couch co-op fencing duel.
Whether you're a fan of Souls-like combat, classic JRPGs, or retro console collecting, hit play and join the conversation!
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
29 min
Horror Games So Scary You'll S*@£ Yourself - UMT #57 Bonus
Show notes
What games truly terrified you as a kid—and which indie titles are still making grown adults check the shadows today? In this episode of 30 Something Gamers, the crew takes a deep dive into the psychological horror, indie scares, and downright bizarre enemy types that have haunted us over the years, from Resident Evil's ever-mutating creature roster to terrifying first-person indie gems.
Plus, we review the latest Resident Evil movie adaptation, breakdown the terrifying mechanics of Visage, Outlast 2, The Mortuary Assistant, and The Exit 8, and discover the retail-nightmare simulator that is Hell Mart!
In This Episode:
•
Resident Evil Movie & Franchise Deep Dive: Why the creature designs are so chaotic, and our take on the latest video game-to-film adaptations.
•
Visage & Outlast 2: Exploring why psychological horror without weapons creates the ultimate feeling of dread and vulnerability.
•
The Mortuary Assistant: Surviving a night shift at the morgue while trying to figure out which body is possessed by a demon.
•
Hell Mart & The Exit 8: Indie horror highlights featuring retail customer service nightmares and endless creepy underground corridors.
•
Retro Gaming Banter: The unique challenges of playing horror games on stream while trying not to jump out of your skin.
Whether you're looking for hidden-gem horror recommendations for spooky season or just here for the UK gaming banter, hit play and join the conversation!
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
1 hr 4 min
The Scariest Moments in Gamers when we were Kids! #73
Show notes
Get ready for Halloween as the 30 Something Gamers crew dives into the gaming moments that terrified them as kids! From early jump scares to unsettling retro atmospheres, the hosts break down what makes spooky season gaming so memorable.
Plus, Dan shares his deep-dive impressions on high-speed pod racing, the cosmic horror fishing game Dredge, and surviving in Valheim. To top it off, test your gaming memory in a hilarious round of Retro Trivia featuring iconic "Mission Failed" sound effects from GoldenEye 007, GTA V, Guitar Hero III, The Simpsons: Hit & Run, and Command & Conquer: Red Alert!
In This Episode:
•
Halloween Nostalgia: Reliving the most terrifying video game moments and scares from childhood.
•
Pod Racing Highs: High-speed arcade racing thrills, rogue-like mechanics, and vehicle customization.
•
Cosmic Horror Fishing: Diving into Dredge, Lovecraftian ocean monsters, and cozy-spooky gameplay loops.
•
Mission Failed Sound Effects Trivia: Guessing iconic game over and failure stings across N64, PS2, and PC classics.
Whether you're looking for spooky season game recommendations, retro trivia, or high-speed racing nostalgia, hit play and join the conversation!
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
21 min
The Best Family Games of All Time! UMT 56 Bonus
Show notes
Get ready for a nostalgic trip down memory lane as the crew dives into the chaotic world of the best family game night video games of all time! From the accidental international marketing disasters of Nintendo’s naming conventions to grandma getting dangerously competitive on Wii Sports boxing, this episode covers the ultimate multiplayer titles that brought families and friends together (or drove them to utter madness).
Plus, we break down the hardware that defined couch co-op, from the four-controller madness of the PlayStation 1's Crash Bash and the plastic instrument glory of Guitar Hero and Rock Band, to the phone-melting party antics of Jackbox and the iconic trivia buzzers of the Buzz! series.
In This Episode:
•
The Wii Sports Phenomenon: Looking back at how a tech demo for the Wii got parents, grandparents, and non-gamers off the couch and throwing digital punches.
•
Plastic Rock Royalty: Reliving the peak era of Guitar Hero and Rock Band, full band setups, and trying to master the drums on Christmas Day.
•
Couch Co-Op Chaos: Why Mario Kart and Crash Bash are the ultimate friendships-destroying, high-stakes party games.
•
Party Game Deep Dives: Navigating the hilarious, unhinged moments of playing Jackbox Games and testing your trivia mettle with the classic Buzz! controller stack.
•
Motion Controls & Tech: A look back at the highs and lows of the Xbox Kinect and early motion gaming.
Whether you're looking for inspiration for your next family games night or just here for the retro hardware nostalgia, hit play and join the conversation!
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
1 hr 6 min
The Best Co-Op Videogames of all time! #72
Show notes
Welcome back to episode 72 of 30 Something Gamers! This week, the crew dives deep into retro revivals, forgotten Xbox 360 classics, and the absolute best co-op games to play with your player two.
Dan is back in the guest chair to share his unfiltered hot takes on old-school shooters, while the hosts discuss why some games stand the test of time and others fall flat. Plus, stay tuned for another hilarious round of Retro Trivia where we test gaming knowledge on bizarre video game chickens—from Zelda's vengeful Cuccos to Yakuza: Like a Dragon's ultimate corporate asset.
In This Episode:
•
The Witcher 3 Remastered: Revisiting CD Projekt Red's masterpiece, jumping straight into DLCs, and why the side quests still rule the RPG genre.
•
Xbox 360 Hidden Gems: Deep dives into Prey (2006), the squad-based shooter Binary Domain, bullet-bending in Wanted: Weapons of Fate, and the psychological heavy-hitter Spec Ops: The Line.
•
Co-Op Gaming: Tips on the best multiplayer titles to get closer to your player twos.
•
Retro Trivia: Unhinged gaming trivia featuring massive chocobos, giant Gears of War chickens, and a very corporate poultry employee in Yakuza.
Whether you're a nostalgic 30-something gamer or looking for your next hidden gem to stream, grab your headset and join the conversation.
Subscribe and please leave a review.
🎮 Video Games Mentioned in This Episode:
•
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt (including the Hearts of Stone and Blood & Wine expansions)
•
Cyberpunk 2077
•
Prey (2006)
•
Binary Domain
•
Gears of War (Franchise / Gears of War 3)
•
Blade Runner (Point-and-click adventure game)
•
Wanted: Weapons of Fate
•
Spec Ops: The Line
•
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
•
Final Fantasy (Franchise)
•
Yakuza: Like a Dragon
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
22 min
The Best Pick-Up and Put Down Games UMT 55 Bonus
Show notes
Sometimes, especially as vintaged gamers, we don't have time for an 80 epic narrative driven game. Some time's we want to just pick up a game for a bit, have some fun and then go back to lamenting our life choices. Here are the best games you can do that with!
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
1 hr 13 min
The Worst Game Companies of All Time! #71
Show notes
Game Companies can be a right horrible bunch. With so much anger in the world today, let's tell you why you should aim it at people who truley deserve it!
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
23 min
The best Non-Racing Games of All Time! UMT 54 Bonus
Show notes
Star Wars Galactic Racer has been released and it got us thinking about racing games. Racing games without cars, though- what are the best out there?
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
1 hr 3 min
What Games make you Feel more of a Criminal than GTA? #70
Show notes
Do games like Grand Theft Auto actually make you feel like a criminal, or are they just chaotic, low-stakes sandboxes? In episode 70 of 30 Something Gamers, the crew discusses whether Rockstar’s promises for GTA 6 will deliver a true criminal simulation, while diving deep into the titles that genuinely nail the tension, desperation, and moral dilemmas of a life of crime.
Plus, Rev Revival Tom breaks down his ongoing quest to rate PS2 hidden gems on real hardware—featuring deep-dive retrospectives on The Bouncer, Mission: Impossible – Operation Surma, Bungie's Oni, and the cult-classic dark fantasy Primal. Stay tuned for a wild round of Retro Trivia involving real-world Russian laws, Pokémon GO, and bizarre gaming history!
In This Episode:
•
True Criminal Games: Moving beyond GTA—why Red Dead Redemption 2, Mafia: The Old Country, and PS2 classic The Getaway actually nail the gritty reality of life on the wrong side of the law.
•
PS2 Hidden Gem Quest: Retro reviews for The Bouncer (Square's early PS2 brawler), ALDI-tier Splinter Cell clone Mission: Impossible – Operation Surma, Bungie/Rockstar's Oni, and Sony's forgotten action-adventure Primal.
•
GTA 6 Intentions: Examining Rockstar’s focus on professional reputation, honor systems, and high-stakes criminal gameplay.
•
Retro Trivia Hook: Why did a Russian blogger get arrested over playing Pokémon GO?
Whether you're a fan of classic PS2 titles, open-world crime sims, or retro hardware hunting, grab a drink and join the discussion!If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
27 min
Can any Game beat GTA 6 to Game of the Year? #UMT 53 Bonus
Show notes
GTA 6 is the most anticipated and expensive game all time. It is a sure win for game of the year, or is it. Can any of these beat GTA6 to GOTY.
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
55 min
Does Gears of War have the best Bromance? #69
Show notes
Gears of War E-day has got us thinking about the most beautiful of all romances - the bromances. But do Dom and Marcus have the best bromance out there are are therte bigger ones out there?
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
25 min
WTF is going on in these games? #UMT 52 Bonus
Show notes
Control Resonant is out and it just makes me remember that I have no idea what is going in Control. Great game, but what is going on?? Let's look at the most confusing games of all time.
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
55 min
Does Silent Hill Have the Scariest Enemies of all time? #68
Show notes
Silent Hill Townfall is on the horizon, there are plenty of scary-Marys in that. But what are the most terrifying enemies of all time? Let's find out
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
-
22 min
Who is the REAL Best Dad in Gaming? # UMT 51 Bonus
Show notes
Celebrating fatherhood in the most chaotic way possible! In this episode, the crew looks past terrible real-world parenting and broken family dynamics to rank the best (and absolute worst) dads in video game history. From Kratos teaching Atreus tough Spartan love to an undercover octopus trying his hardest in Octodad, we break down who really deserves Father of the Year.
Plus, we explore the protective surrogate bonds of Joel and Ellie in The Last of Us, Geralt tracking down Ciri in The Witcher 3, Rost’s heartbreaking sacrifice in Horizon Zero Dawn, and why Heihachi Mishima from Tekken takes the crown as the worst father of all time.
In This Episode:
•
The Ultimate Gaming Dads: Analyzing Kratos (God of War), Joel (The Last of Us), and Geralt of Rivia (The Witcher 3) as complex, protective father figures.
•
Octodad Deep Dive: Why an undercover cephalopod in a suit is actually an inspiring family man.
•
Surrogate Heroes & Heartbreak: Looking at Rost’s tragic story in Horizon Zero Dawn and Ethan Winters fighting through nightmares in Resident Evil Village.
•
The Worst Dads in Gaming: From Barret's questionable parenting in Final Fantasy VII to Heihachi Mishima dropping his toddler son off a cliff in Tekken.
Whether you're a seasoned gamer, a stressed-out parent, or just here for the retro hardware nostalgia, hit play and join the conversation!
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
-
55 min
Does Wolverine now hove the Best Marvel Games of all? #67
Show notes
Wolverine has released? Game of the Year contender... Maybe. But does this mean that heis the Marvel character with the best videogames. Let's Find out.
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
Talking about:
Mixtape
Ascent
Spider-man
Punisher
Wolverine
Marvel Ultimate avengers
Marvel vs Capcom
x-men origins
-
22 min
Videogame's Wierdest Most Impressive Things! # UMT 50 Bonus
Show notes
Games impress us in many ways - but what are those really wierd ways. We are talking being impressed by Rat Physics! Have a listen and find out!
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
Talking about:
Plauge Tale
Read Dead Redemption 2
Dishonoured
Portal
Arkham Asylum
Alien Isolation
Kinect
Retro gaming, gamer, gaming, playstation 2, PS5, PS3
-
58 min
Will the Blood of the Dawnwalker be the Best Ever Vampire Game? #66
Show notes
Blood of the Dawnwalker has released but is it goint to be the best vampire game of all time. Not if these suckers have anything to do with it. Also, which vampires deserve a game and haven't got one? Find out in todays episode.
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
Talking about:
Star Wars Zero Company
Spider-man 2
Bloodlines
Leagacy of Kain
Vampyr
Castlevania
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
-
21 min
The Most Unhinged Metal Gear Moments of All Time! UMT #49 Bonus
Show notes
Metal Gear Solid has epic, cinematic and genre defining moments throughout all their games. It's also bat shit crazy - here is its most crazy moments!
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
Talking about:
Metal Gear Solid
Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of the Patriots
Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater
MGS 4
Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain
Retro gaming, gamer, gaming, playstation 2, PS5, PS3
-
58 min
Does 007 First Light Have the Best Videogame Tutorial of all time? #65
Show notes
Tutorials seem to be either the spawn of satan in videogames or the best thing ever. Never any middle games. 007 First Light smashed it out the park this year but are there any other contenders for best gaming tutorial of all time?
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
Talking about:
007 Firstlight
Cairn
Big Walk
Driver
Skyrim
Super Mario
Kingdom Come Deliverance
Dark Souls
Elden Ring
Tomb Raider
Spiderman
The Witness
Retro gaming, gamer, gaming, playstation 2, xbox, PS3, NES,
-
21 min
The Best Star Wars games of All Time - UMT #48 Bonus
Show notes
Star Wars Zero company releases today, so we look back at what we think are some of the best Star Wars Games of all time.
Want to watch the video podcast, you can find it at Youtube and Spotify.
If you can't get enough of 30 something gamers, drop us a follow on Tik Tok and Instagram. Follow for future podcast anouncments and to get involved in our discussions.
You can also follow:
Tom: Tik Tok, Twitch, Youtube, Instagram
Talking about:
Episode 1
Star Wars outcast
Star Wars Jedi Survivor
Battlefront
Pod Racing
Rouge Squadron
Knights of the Old republic
The Force Unleashed
Video Games lists
More Video Games shows picked out from the charts
More in Video Games
Placed highest on Apple Podcasts' Video Games chart right now
