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  The Best Disney Games Ever Made | JK! Games! 18.08.2026 1h 44min

  We break down the biggest gaming news from D23, including Kingdom Hearts IV, the new Kingdom Hearts animated series, and Disney is making a Fortnite ride. Then we discuss what are the best Disney video games of all time? Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments! Timecodes: 00:00 – Start 09:52 – Easy Mode: What We’ve Been Playing 10:40 – Spiritstead & Slots and Diapers 13:20 – Dimhaven 18:00 – Big Walk 26:43 – D23 Gaming News 29:30 – Star Wars: Smugglers Run Comes to Fortnite...
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  Storytelling in Games vs. Books 12.08.2026 1h 44min

  In this week's episode, Josh and Kayla discuss how narratives are portrayed in books vs games and their love for both. They also take you through a journey of a bit of their gaming history, their reading history, and Kayla gives you a few recommendations of "if you like this game, read this book". Timecodes: 00:00 - Start 3:37 - Housekeeping 6:59 - Our Qualifications/Reading History 25:19 - “This or That pt.1” 41:50 - Our Favorite Narratives 1:08:55 - "This or That pt.2" 1:15:35...
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  The Super Mario Sunshine Trial Finale Verdict | Guilty or Innocent? 05.08.2026 1h 13min

  The trial comes to an end. Last week, the prosecution brought the first wave of evidence against Super Mario Sunshine, arguing that one of Nintendo's most beloved GameCube games is guilty of crimes against the player experience. This week, court is back in session as the prosecution presents new exhibits, surprise witness testimony, and one final argument before the jury reaches a verdict. Can the defense convince the court that Sunshine deserves its place among Nintendo's classics, or will...
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  Super Mario Sunshine Is on Trial | Part 1 | One More Game 28.07.2026 1h 14min

  Super Mario Sunshine is officially on trial. In Part 1, Jerica steps in as the prosecution, Kayla defends one of her favorite childhood games, and Josh serves as judge as we begin the case against one of Nintendo's most divisive Mario games. The prosecution brings multiple charges against Super Mario Sunshine, including frustrating controls, questionable design decisions, and Nintendo's rushed development timeline. The defense argues that nostalgia isn't the only reason this game deserves it...
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  Super Mario Sunshine Nintendo's Most Divisive Mario Game? | One More Game Pt. 1 14.07.2026 1h 12min

  This month on One More Game, we're revisiting Super Mario Sunshine to find out if one of our favorite Mario games still holds up over 20 years later. Before diving back into Isle Delfino, we're looking back at our personal history with the GameCube classic, discussing its rushed 18-month development, the creation of FLUDD, and why Nintendo almost gave Mario a water gun. We also talk about the 2020 Super Mario 3D All-Stars release and whether nostalgia has clouded our memories of one of Ninte...
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  Dave the Diver Is a Modern Masterpiece | One More Game 30.06.2026 1h 35min

  This week on One More Game, Jerica finally rolls credits on Dave the Diver, while Josh experiences the game for the very first time—and neither of us can stop talking about it. We break down what makes Dave the Diver one of the most surprising games we've ever played, why its progression constantly keeps you hooked, our favorite characters, gameplay systems, music, and the few criticisms we have after spending dozens of hours with it. We also share our early impressions of Into the Jungle, ...
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  Do Consoles Still Matter & Steam Machine is how much?! | JK! Games 26.06.2026 1h 17min

  This week on JK! Games!, Kayla shares her impressions of the new Dave the Diver: In the Jungle DLC before we dive into one of gaming's biggest conversations. With the recently announced Steam Machine price, rumors about future hardware, rising console costs, and more games becoming available across multiple platforms, are console exclusives still worth it? We discuss whether we're reaching our limit on hardware prices, if graphical fidelity still matters, and what it would actually take for ...
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  What Makes a Great Summer Game? - JK! Games! 16.06.2026 1h 23min

  What makes a game feel like summer? This week on JK! Games!, we're diving into one of our favorite seasonal gaming discussions yet. From beach vacations, boating, and water levels, we're exploring the games that instantly transport us to summer. Before that, all three of us have been playing Dave the Diver, and we discuss why it's become one of the most beloved indie games of the last few years. Plus, we talk Mario Sunshine, Tony Hawk, fishing in games, Kioku, the best water levels ever ma...
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  The Games You Missed During Summer Game Fest 2026 | JK! Games! 09.06.2026 1h 4min

  Summer Game Fest 2026 delivered hundreds of announcements across dozens of showcases, but which games actually stood out? This week on JK! Games!, we're skipping the giant recap and focusing on discoverability. Between Summer Game Fest, Xbox Showcase, State of Play, Future Games Show, Day of the Devs, and more, plenty of incredible games got buried beneath the biggest headlines. We discuss our favorite showcases, biggest surprises, biggest disappointments, whether SGF has a discoverability pr...
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  Why Do We Commit to Live Service Games? | JK! Games! Podcast 02.06.2026 1h 4min

  Destiny 2 is ending active development, and it got us thinking: what makes someone stick with a live service game for years? This week on JK! Games!, we discuss why some games become part of our daily lives while others never quite click. From Destiny 2 and Final Fantasy XIV to Fortnite, Apex Legends and more, we're breaking down the secret sauce that keeps players coming back. We also discuss whether live service games have become too difficult for new players to jump into and what publish...
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  Mixtape Review — One More Game | JK! Games! 26.05.2026 1h 58min

  This is JK! Games! — the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about. Welcome back to One More Game, our monthly video game book club series where we break down games together at your pace and dive deep into the moments, themes, characters, and anything else that stuck with us after credits. This month’s One More Game is Mixtape, the musical narrative adventure from Beethoven and Dinosaur and Annapurna Interactive. From skateboarding through dreamy suburban streets ...
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  What Makes a GREAT Shop Sim Game? | JK! Games! 21.05.2026 1h 22min

  This is JK! Games! — the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about. This week we’re diving into the world of shop sims and store management games. From cozy bookstores and pizza shops what actually makes these games so addictive? We break down our favorite shop sim mechanics, the games we love, the features that instantly annoy us and what we want more of. Plus, we talk Marathon’s updates, LEGO Batman becoming the highest rated LEGO game ever, and celebrate a new P...
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  JK! Games! Podcast | Star Wars Games You Missed (Hidden Gems, Backlog & Favorites) 05.05.2026 1h 42min

  This is JK! Games! — the gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we care about. And if you’ve been playing along with us in One More Game, you know we’re all about breaking down the games that actually stay with you. May the Fourth be with you. This week, we’re diving deep into Star Wars games — from the ones that made us fall in love with the galaxy, to the underrated gems you probably missed, and the games still sitting in our backlog. We’re talking classics, surprises, and t...
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  Why Sci-Fi Games Feel Different (Past, Present, Future) | JK! Games! Episode 21.04.2026 1h 41min

  This week on JK! Games!, we’re breaking down why sci-fi games feel different — from Mass Effect to retro sci-fi games you’ve probably never heard of. We look at sci-fi games through the lens of our own experiences — where it started, when it clicked, and what we want next. From early memories to games like Mass Effect that completely changed how we see storytelling, we dive into why sci-fi continues to be one of the most exciting genres in gaming. If you’ve ever played a game that made you st...
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  Life is Strange: Reunion – Official Review | One More Game (Part 3) 16.04.2026 1h 50min

  In this episode we give you our overall thoughts on Life is Strange reunion.. including our official review score! 0:00 Start / Housekeeping 3:10 Josh’s Birthday Celebration 9:37 Life is Strange Reunion finale begins Support the show JK! Games! is a weekly gaming podcast where we bring you the news and reviews we actually care about. Our recurring play-along series — One More Game — is our version of a video game book club. We choose one title, set checkpoints, and break it down ...
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  Life is Strange: Reunion – Abraxas Party Breakdown | One More Game (Part 2) 07.04.2026 1h 48min

  We're back with One More Game, breaking down Life is Strange: Reunion as we play through Max and Chloe’s reunion all the way through the Abraxas party. This week, we dive into what’s working, what’s not, and why this game feels so close to something really special…but might fall short? From emotional highs in Max and Chloe’s reunion to uneven pacing, unnecessary side characters, and a mystery that might not have Jerica sold...we break down the biggest talking points from the first 6 hours o...
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  Life is Strange: Reunion – Our First 3 Hours | One More Game (Part 1) 31.03.2026 1h 18min

  We’re kicking off a brand new One More Game play-along with Life is Strange Reunion! Things are already getting messy... In Part 1, we break down our early choices, first impressions, and how the story is setting up emotionally and mechanically. From Max’s rewind powers to the tension building around Chloe, we’re diving into everything you need to know while playing along at your own pace. That lady in the park had us sorta scared... Timecodes: 00:00 – Start 06:27 – Housekeeping 08:15 – Episo...
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  Resident Evil 9: Requiem Part 4 – Did the Ending Change Our Minds? (Finale) | One More Game 24.03.2026 1h 49min

  We’ve reached the end. This is Part 4 (Finale) of our Resident Evil 9: Requiem playthrough in One More Game, where we break down the full ending and answer the big question: Did the ending change our minds? After everything — Raccoon City, Elpis, Grace, and Leon’s condition — it all leads here. In this episode, we dive into the final act, unpack what actually happens, and share our honest thoughts on whether the game sticks the landing. We talk about: – The full ending and final confrontation...
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  Resident Evil 9: Requiem Part 3 – Raccoon City Changes Everything | One More Game 17.03.2026 1h 18min

  We’re back with Part 3 of our Resident Evil 9: Requiem playthrough in One More Game — and this is where everything starts to come together. In this episode, we cover everything through Leon’s return to Raccoon City, breaking down the biggest story reveals, the emotional moments, and why this section completely changes how we view the Resident Evil timeline. We talk about: – Why returning to Raccoon City is so important – Leon’s condition and what’s at stake – The biggest gameplay and horror m...
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  Resident Evil 9: Requiem Part 2 – Scariest Moments, Story So Far & Grace vs Leon | One More Game 10.03.2026 59min

  We’re back with Part 2 of One More Game, our Resident Evil 9: Requiem playthrough discussion. This week we’re covering hours 2–6 of the game, officially hitting the halfway point. We break down the scariest moments so far, how the story is unfolding, and the dynamic gameplay differences between Grace and Leon. We also uncover a surprising discovery… Kayla may have played part of the game wrong. If you're playing along with us, this episode covers everything up to the halfway point of Resident...