Podcasts about ltrt

It's time to once again look at the fathers in video games.....one last time. That's right, it's time to for the Dadstravaganza to end. But before we say goodbye, we're going to establish which father will reign supreme over LTRT for all time. With help from our Patrons, we determined the first round for a sixteen father tournament. In this episode, we determine the results of the rest of the tournament. If you'd like to help us make these kind of descisions and support the show, consider joining our Patreon for as little as $1. Or you can give us some support by leaving us a rating or review on your podcatcher of choice.

Step into the cleansing waters of this LTRT episode to unburden yourself of your guilt. Here at LTRT Medical Spa, we aim to find the root of what ails you and release you from it as quickly as possible. Now we know what you're thinking and yes, sometimes it does involve a hacksaw. But have faith knowing the waters will sanitize any open wound until your body, now free of its guilt, heals itself faster than it ever has before. So please, for you and your body's sake, please join us in the waters, won't you? In this episode: David releases the guilt of continuing on, Giovanni releases the guilt of committing murder, Greg releases the guilt of leaving friends behind. If you'd like to receive the address to the cleansing waters, consider joining our Patreon for as little as $1 to gain access to our discord and bonus content. Or you can leave a rating to ask nicely about where the waters are. Games discussed: Honkai: Star Rail, XCOM 2, Pokemon Shield

Stop, collaborate, and listen to this episode about collaboration! It's an episode that is legally distinct from our Co-op episode both in title and in the areas we cover in our conversation. But keep an eye on the clock for a returning segment everybody loves! In this episode: Tess brings the house down. Greg creates a problem for his cohosts. David watches the world burn around him. Giovanni discusses taxes. If you'd like to give us a hand, consider collaborating your wallet with our Patreon at patreon.com/LTRT. Or if you'd rather, leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice. Games discussed: Teardown, Suika Game, Human Fall Flat, Death Stranding

An unnamed LA stunt driver who moonlights as a getaway driver for local criminals has started getting close to his neighbor and her young son. When he gets an offer he can't refuse on a dangerous deal and it all goes awry, the driver will need to do everything he can to protect his neighbors. There's only one thing he can do to keep them safe........listen to the latest episode of Left Trigger Right Trigger. Err...I mean, Drive. In this episode: David gets too real. Giovanni takes to the streets. Tess has to go fast. Greg changes his perspective. If you'd like to support us for as little as $1 you can head to patreon.com/LTRT. Or if you'd like to support us for free, consider giving us a rating or review. Games discussed: Pikmin 4, Forza Motorsport, F-Zero: Maximum Velocity, Death Rally

It's time to once again get spooky with Andrew Zucosky! This time around we have some group therapy about the compulsion to buy certain games, talking about games, and Baldur's Gate 3. We probably should have talked about some monsters or something. I guess we talked about Asterion, but we certainly didn't talk about being afraid of him... In this episode: Andrew can't help himself. Greg gets creeped out. Giovanni gives up the ghost. David goes to some weddings. If you'd like to get in on the conversation, you can join our discord by paying as low as $1 via our Patreon at patreon.com/LTRT. Otherwise, if you've enjoyed the episode you can support us by leaving a review on your podcatcher of choice. Games discussed: XCOM 3, Firewatch, Baldur's Gate 3, Metroid Dread Show Notes: Zuco's Baldur's Gate 3 review

Wrap up in a blanket, put on some calm music, and light one up. What are you lighting up? That depends on your state. So whatever state (of mind) you are in (or would like to be in), then adjust what you light up. Maybe I'm overthinking it. Maybe we all need to stop overthinking things. In this episode: Giovanni looks to puff pixel pass. David waits to let it loose. Tess makes some tough decisions. Greg can't let it be. If you want to chill out in a discord server with us, you can pay as little as $1 over at patreon.com/LTRT. Otherwise, it'd be really chill of you to leave a rating or review on your podcatcher of choice. Games discussed: Chrono Trigger, Monster Hunter World: Iceborne, Frostpunk, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Finally, proof from outside just our hosts that Zoombinis are real. If you've been a Zoombini truther than thank you for all the work you've put in over the years....or, wait, I guess maybe not if being a truther is someone who doesn't believe they existed? Sheesh, manufacturing engagement over a fake conspiracy is harder than it seems. In this episode: David tries to find the failure point. Josh wants to drop the bridge. Greg does it to himself. If you'd like to help us avoid failure, consider joining our Patreon for as little as $1 at patreon.com/LTRT. Or, for free, you can let us know how we've failed or succeeded with a review or your podcast platform of choice. Games discussed: Anthem, Logical Journey of the Zoombinis, Pokemon Red

The cauldron bubbles, the runes are set, and your wand now hums with power. Your familiar looks on in anticipation, waiting to see what your spell brings forth. It's time to begin. You summon your will and chant the incantation. Purple and green sparks sizzle and pop in the middle of the summoning circle where a shadow has suddenly appeared. The veil begins to drop and reveal what has been brought forth. Your familiar flees at the sudden presence, you cover your face in shock at what you have summoned: the hosts of Left Trigger Right Trigger. Jeez, podcast platforms have gotten intricate. In this episode: Giovanni compares and contrasts. Tess writes in. Greg gets hit by lightning. David ponders the dodgeball. If you'd like to contribute to our arcane arts, consider joining our Patreon at patreon.com/LTRT for as little as $1. Or you can add to our divine works by giving us a rating or review. Games discussed: Forspoken, Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon, Magicka, Dodgeball Academia

Double OO August continues! We got a little distracted in the intro for some reason, but it turns out some of us have been consuming vampiric media. Which to be clear, is media that features vampires, not media that siphons something off of someone else. But maybe all media is vampiric because it pulls a lot of energy out of the people who make it and we as people who take it in are consumers. Really makes you think. ANYWAY In this episode: Giovanni gets a bit sweaty. Tess pulls from afar. Greg is looking at games with red tinted glasses. David fulfills the prophecy. If you'd like to help us keep going, consider going to patreon.com/LTRT and join for as little a $1. Or if you'd like, throw us a review! Games discussed: Mortal Kombat, Legacy of Kain: Defiance, Diablo, Bloodborne Show Notes: David L. Craddock's article on how Mortal Kombat changed video game history

Having trouble hearing this? Try leaning your head to the left. If that doesn't work, try unplugging and plugging back in your headphones/speakers. Otherwise, the surefire way to fix it is to shove your phone in your bed and roll around. Our troubleshooting has shown that, while taxing, this is the most consistant way to fix the problem of not being able to hear our silly podcast. If it doesn't fix the problem then you're not rolling hard enough! In this episode: David calls for help straight from the source. Tess solves the dark equation. Giovanni slams his keyboard. Greg digs up the past. If you'd like to suggest topics like Josh did, you can join our Patreon for as little as $1 at patreon.com/LTRT. You'll be able to join our discord and listen to bonus episodes. Games discussed include: Wandersong, Mechwarrior 5: Mercenaries, Quadrilateral Cowboy, E. T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Prepare to hear the future! Social media is changing a lot these days, but in the beginning of this episode we put forward an idea that is sure to take the world of gaming by storm. If you don't hop on the bus then get ready to get hit by it! Also we could use some help with the name. In this episode: David evokes Pikmin for the SEO. Giovanni wants to settle down in a bathroom. Greg has a bloodlust that must be sated. Tess plans a politically motivated takedown. If you'd like to get in on the ground floor of our new social media platform, support us at patreon.com/LTRT. You'll be able to listen to bonus episodes and join our discord where you can request topic ideas. Games discussed include: BioShock Infinite, HITMAN World of Assassination, Duck Hunt, Skyrim

Hello listeners! We thought you may enjoy a sneak peek at one of our Patreon exclusive episodes. For as little as $1 a month at patreon.com/LTRT, you can gain access to a feed of episodes that cover a wide range topics, from deep dives into specific games to talking about big news in the industry to stuff like......this episode. Listen, this episode goes off the rails pretty quickly, even by our standards. What was supposed to be a discussion about adaptations of video games somehow ended up with us opening a tier list with all Super Smash Bros. characters and trying to learn about US foreign policy. Hopefully we'll get back to that adaptation discussion later, but for now we hope you enjoy this buckwild episode.

Tis the season to get sweaty as we talk about Summer and why it is no longer our favorite season. But just because something has fallen out of our favor doesn't mean it's all bad! We also discuss the good things like Peppa Pig and wanting to take off all our clothes because it's too hot. So whether you're listening to this episode wearing white floral or nothing at all, we hope you enjoy. In this episode: Giovanni is feeling the vibes. David is finding the reason for the season. Greg is making another plea to a large corporation. If you'd like to add to our white floral fund, consider supporting us on at patreon.com/LTRT. You'll be able to listen to bonus episodes and tell us about your sweatiest experiences. Games discussed include: Wide Ocean Big Jacket, Overwatch, TimeSplitters 2 Show Notes Peppa Pig Game Pays Tribute to Queen Elizabeth II

It's Giovanni's Peppa Pig Summer. What is that? Don't worry about it. You will need to traverse the opening section of this episode without this information, but you can do it. Even if you find it challenging, you can get through. Just stick with it. Giovanni plays with stickers. Greg is very animated. David laughs out loud. Tess wants to hear everyone's stick opinions. If you'd like to be stuck with us in a more supportive way, consider heading over to Patreon.com/LTRT to support the show for as little as $1/month. You can check out our discord server and listen to exclusive episodes. Games discussed include: Cardpocalypse, Stick Fight: The Game, West of Loathing, Minecraft

It's the most wonderful time of the year when LTRT celebrates everything Dads! Come join us to explore what it means to be, become, and evolve beyond a Dad. And it's our 7th year doing it! We know in our hearts that we wouldn't have been able to do it without all of you, but especially to the big man himself: agent 007, James Bond. Plus a hearty shout-out and potentially an apology to Steely Dan. In this episode: Tess simulates fatherhood and creates a house of cards. Giovanni exonerates dads everywhere of all their sins. David listens closely for the soundtrack that will attract the most papas. Greg observes grossness in a variety of ways. If you would like to be our surrogate fathers through financial support, consider visiting patreon.com/LTRT and throwing us as little as $1/month. Doing so unlocks access to our discord, where we might call you "Dad" intentionally or accidentally! Games discussed include: Crusader Kings 3, The Last of Us, Sleeping Dogs, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom

It slices! It dices! It may even hold the soul of a tyrannical monster or your next boyfriend! It's Sword! Call today for a chance at a free upgrade to the laser variety at no extra cost (due to a difference in weight, shipping and handling with increase). In this episode: David sees a big sword. Giovanni swings a fun sword. Tess dates a hot sword. Greg picks the best sword for the job. If you'd like to be notified of other offers like this, consider heading over to Patreon.com/LTRT to support the show for as little as $1/month. You can check out our discord server and listen to exclusive episodes. Games discussed include: Final Fantasy VII, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Boyfriend Dungeon, Soulcalibur II Show Notes: Greg's radio show playlist Samehada

SPOILER WARNING FOR GOLF We need to talk about Travis. We've been trying to keep it quiet and under the radar, but he's really gotten out of hand. Hopefully this play for SEO will sate his dark hunger. Anyways, hope you've been enjoying Tears of the Kingdom! In this episode: Giovanni proctors the SATs. Tess smiles with the face of death. David builds a community. Greg gets scammed. If you'd like to link up with us, consider heading over to Patreon.com/LTRT. You can check out our discord server and listen to Patron exclusive episodes. Games discussed include: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask, StreetPass, Pokémon Red Show Notes: Pokemon Link Cable Ad

It's time to conclude our miniseries on environments! Close your eyes and imagine an overworld. What does it look like? What does it sounds like? Now open your eyes. As you can see, this episode looks nothing like what you were just imagining. But that's OK, just don't look too closely at Greg's corner over there. In this episode: Giovanni becomes a little cat. David listens closely. Tess calls some plays. Greg gets existential. If you'd like to support making the show and doing miniseries like these, head over to Patreon.com/LTRT. You can check out our discord server and maybe the Patron exclusive tier list episode we did. It's a crime! Games discussed include: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury, Banjo-Kazooie, Madden Football 64, Second Life

We continue our miniseries on environments with Space! Some say it's the final frontier. Some say it's an empty void. Some even say it's really just transparent jelly. No matter where you stand on the issue, whether on the side of the fools or the jelly scientists, we talked about it on this episode. Well.....most of us did. In this episode: David starts hearing things. Tess starts feeling things. Giovanni goes on a trip. Greg is really stretching the dictionary. If you'd like to help fund our booster rocket fuel fund, why not consider going over to Patreon.com/LTRT and check out some of our patron exclusive episodes or our discord server. Games discussed include: Destiny 2, Hardspace: Shipbreaker, Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Mario Teaches Typing 2

Welcome to the first episode of a miniseries on environments! According to Merriam-Webster, a desert is an arid land with usually sparse vegetation. Unfortunately, we spend more time discussing the other definitions and even pronunciations of desert. Is anyone surprised? In this episode: David starts seeing things. Tess's expectations are dashed. Giovanni is pure evil. Greg looks back on what he's left behind. If you'd like to refill our canteens, consider joining our Patreon to gain access to our discord server and exclusive episodes at patreon.com/LTRT. Games discussed include: Assassin's Creed Origins, Merchant of the Skies, Pokemon Go, Hearthstone

Michael Buffer, 8 years after starting to use the phrase, trademarked "Let's get ready to rumble!" in 1992. Since then he's sold the rights to several different video games, advertisements, music albums, and more! As of 2018, he's made $400 million in revenue from the trademark. We here at Left Trigger Right Trigger applaud his achievement and hope he won't sue us for saying his iconic catchphrase. In this episode: Giovanni calls out Jeff Grubb. David wonders how things are the same in different places. Greg taps the well again. Tess hits us with a haymaker. Come help us build our legal warchest on Patreon at patreon.com/LTRT and join our discord server. Or check out our other legal mistakes over at our website: lefttriggerrighttrigger.com. Games discussed include: Star Fox 64, Astro's Playroom, 1-2-Switch, Zeno Clash

Aristotle. Plato. Socrates. These philosophers have shaped the way the modern world talks about thought. But what about how we talk about think? Luckily, we're up to the task of filling in the area the old guys left out. In this episode: David needs some space, Giovanni works on a real stumper, Tess sees the full shape of a game, Greg figures it all out without doing anything. Come join our thoughtful debate by supporting us on Patreon at patreon.com/LTRT and join our discord server. Or if you'd like to look up our other classical works, you can head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com. Games discussed include: God of War Ragnarok, Return of the Obra Dinn, Braid, Hollow Knight

Strap in and get ready to change Gears! It's finally time to talk about One Piece, and Metal Gear Solid, and also the topic "Gear"! In this episode: David tries to find the gear that's best for him, Giovanni can't stop picking up Batgirl gloves, and Greg tosses a coin into the gacha machine. If you would like to strap on your own gear and join in on the adventure, you can head over to patreon.com/LTRT to get access to our Discord server. Or if you just want to fill up your backlog for the journey, you can check out more of our content over at www.lefttriggerrighttrigger.com  Games discussed include: No Man's Sky, The Division, and Gotham Knights Show Notes: "One Piece deserves better than One Piece Odyssey"

It's the beginning of a new, momentous year! Celebrate in style with your favorite John Leguizamo movie, stare deeply into the magic eye pictures on the wall, and gather around the goo-log! Enjoy our celebration....or else! In this episode: Giovanni spins some tunes, Tess gets left out in the lurch, David uncovers a Mandela Effect, and Greg pushes the limit If you'd like to join us in our celebration of this most holy anniversary, head over to patreon.com/LTRT where you can hop in our Discord server to compare notes on celebrating the season. Games discussed include: Persona 5, Fuser, PaRappa the Rapper, and Neon White Show Notes: "Clowns farting": The wild story behind Resident Evil's worst soundtrack

It's time for our end of year episode, so dress up like hipsters, have breakfast at midnight, and feel miserable and magical, because in this episode we're talking '22. In this episode: Greg goes through a change, David gets pulled back in, Tess uses some built-in time management, and Giovanni finds some closure. If you'd like to sing some other Taylor Swift lyrics, head over to patreon.com/LTRT where you can get access to our discord and patron-exclusive episodes. Or if you'd like to catch up on all the other artists we've referenced, check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com. Games discussed: Inside, Final Fantasy XIV Online, Vampire Survivors, Elden Ring Show Notes: Grieving in Elden Ring: my quest for closure in The Lands Between

A yard is just a canvas if you think about it. What art would you make with a yard? A golden meadow? Obstacle course? Altar to the great lost god? All of the above? In this episode: David meets the neighbors. Giovanni does some landscaping. Tess looks for a bargain. Greg goes for the gold. If you'd like the help maintain our yard, head over to patreon.com/LTRT. You can get access to our discord and share pictures of your favorite yard decorations. Or if you just want to see what color our grass is, you can go to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com. Games discussed: Fallout 76, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Backyard Baseball, Track & Field

Listeners, we finally did it. We know we did a Pokemon episode before... but that was years ago and now it's time for a part 2.  In this episode: Giovanni explores his love for a franchise. David brushes his teeth with capitalism. Greg trains a fish to be the best there ever was. If you want to debate which pokemon is the worst with us you can get access to our Discord by supporting the show at patreon.com/LTRT. Or if you just want more from us you can check out our website at lefttriggerrighttrigger.com Games discussed include TemTem, Pokemon Smile, and Pokemon: Magikarp Jump.

It's our 150th episode, listeners! A momentous occassion that we present with clear idea and strong voices. Our presentations are coherent, well thought out, and as always our games come first.....lol nevermind, it's got Fruit energy. In this episode: Giovanni just sounds nasty. David pretty much is. Tess is a reptile house. Greg uuuggghhhhh.... If you'd like to support 150 more of episodes like this, head over to patreon.com/LTRT or go check out everything else we're doing at lefttriggerrighttrigger.com Games discussed include Starfox 2, Vampire Survivors, Strange Horticulture, and Skyrim

Julie, Kayla and Sam are three high school seniors who make a pact to lose their virginity on prom night. Lisa, Mitchell and Hunter are three overprotective parents who flip out when they find out about their daughters' plans. They soon join forces for a wild and chaotic quest to stop the girls from sealing the deal -- no matter what the cost. Anyways, that's the synopsis for the film Blockers. In this episode: Giovanni gets good. David finds a new path. Greg makes a big swing about what language should and shouldn't be used in video games. If you would like to support the show you can head over to patreon.com/LTRT. Or if you're just interested in what we've been up to go check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com Games discussed include Overwatch 2, Demon's Souls, and the Pokemon Series

Listeners! We're joined once again by our friendly tentacle aficionado, Andrew Zucosky. He's here to talk all things Monster(s) and we're here to somehow make this about Catholicism.  In this episode: Giovanni teaches us how little separates humans from rats. David opens our eyes to the monsters of everyday life. Zuco cautions us not to dive too deeply to the origin of horror. Tess asks the ancient creatures of the mountain to make her more monstrous. Greg talks about a video game. If you want to see our real, monstrous selves you can... buy access to that, I guess? Support the show at patreon.com/LTRT or check out our webzone at lefttriggerrighttrigger.com Games discussed include A Plague Tale: Innocence, Monster Hunter: World, Bugsnax, Alien: Isolation, and The Jackbox Party Pack 4.

Listeners, let's discuss an important distinction. If we make the statement, "this episode is about Precision," is that statement accurate, precise, or both? Make sure to get on twitter and tell us which one is right. Really just go ham. It's @LTRTCast, in case you forgot.  In this episode: Giovanni ages out of e-sports. David saves us from master hand. Tess has trouble with her locker. Greg buys a broken peripheral. Trombones are here, too.  If you want to know precisely how you can support this show, head over to patreon.com/LTRT. You can get access to our Discord and join the growing movement to convince Tess to stop shitposting.  Also check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com  Games discussed: Splitgate, Super Smash Bros. Melee, Splatoon 3, and DJ Hero Show Notes:  Trombone Champ Tell us which Seinfeld character you are based on this uQuiz

Dear listener, we ask you to be our mirror. Tell us, what is our reputation? Please be honest, and let us know who you think we are. Then let us know what wares that makes us qualified to purchase. The UI is foggy on this so we have to use text prompts. In this episode: Giovanni asks "what's in a name?" David inspects the morality of mechanics. Tess fights the power. Greg asks some tough questions. If you'd like to build up reputation with LTRT, head over to patreon.com/LTRT. While you gain points with our faction, you can check out the Patron exclusive content. Or head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com Games discussed: WWF No Mercy, Infamous Second Son, Baldur's Gate, and Mega Man 3

Pets: what are they? where do they call home? what's their favorite treat? This is an episode full of thoughts like these and also RIP Gorbachev we guess.  In this episode: David ponders the immortal Nintendog. Giovanni watches his cat play video games. Greg explore his dark side. Tess has her petting zoo license revoked.  If you want to to adopt or sponsor us to be your pet, head over to patreon.com/LTRT. We have all types of adorable antics for our subscribers, like that one time G and David talked about Elden Ring for like an hour and a half  Or you could also check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com  Games discussed: Resident Evil 6, Nintendogs, Cult of the Lamb, and Rollercoaster Tycoon 3

Listeners, Double-O August comes in like a Cookie and out like a Bazooka. This episode blasts its way into your brain, opening you up to new ideas. I guess your brain is a tank or something in this metaphor? When did writing these get so difficult.   In this episode: David asks, "why do game have a big gun?" Giovanni tries to rocket jump. Tess loads everything she can into a tube and blasts it at you. Greg has worms.   Hungry for more nonsense and explosive ordinance? Check out patreon.com/LTRT. You can learn all about World Flipper, a game that captured our attention for approximately two months that then most of us swore off of.  Or you could also check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com  Games discussed: Doom, Team Fortress 2, Earth Defense Force 2017, and Worms W.M.D.

A treat! A snack! A delight! A Cookie! Listeners, however you describe it, this episode is sweet enough to satiate your sweet...ear? Is that really the audio equivalent of a sweet-tooth? Sweet-cochlea? That's nothing - this metaphor isn't working.  In this episode: David reveals the dark underside of Pokémon GO. Giovanni explains why we're in the silver age of character licensing deals. Greg says a lot of jargon in a convincing and scary way. Tess wants to know what your relationship to cookies is like.   If you're interested in a real sweet treat, you can dip your hand into our cookie jar over at patreon.com/LTRT. If you sign up you can listen to an exclusive podcast in which we only talk about Elden Ring for like 2 hours. Isn't that a sweet treat? Websites also have cookies. Get some of ours at lefttriggerrighttrigger.com  Games discussed: Gears 5, Pokémon GO, Mixolumia, Cookie Clicker

Listeners, it's the episode you've all been waiting for: the one where we talk about that one sword from Beowulf. Just kidding, this isn't an episode about Hrunting, the sword gifted from Unferth and used in battle against Grendel's Dam. It's about Hunting - something these four nerds are definitely qualified to discuss. In this episode: David lands a ten-pointer (that's a hunting thing? right? numbers and points?). Tess gets addicted to roleplaying in Pokémon. Greg doesn't talk about a card game (well, only technically). Giovanni unleashes his darkest wrath with a plastic shotgun.  Hey listen, if you like the Hunting episode you can support all our other sports goals by going to patreon.com/LTRT. All our best trophies are there, like the special episode of After Hours where we discuss Gamer Tummies. If for some reason you'd like to hunt us down and give us a piece of your mind, know that we won't make it easy for you but you can start by heading over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com  Games discussed: Dicey Dungeons, Cabela's Big Game Hunter 2010, Hunt: Showdown, and Pokémon Legends: Arceus

Welcome to our fast-casual dining experience where we've got all the apps you could ever crave! Giovanni's got a game that'll get you ready for more. David's serving up all your favorites. And Greg's got something spicy cooked up just for you! Sound too good to be true? Well, you probably haven't listened to the episode yet, so come on down and indulge in our apps today! If you'd like a more private experience, you can always head over to patreon.com/LTRT for some premium options like "Discord access" and "Exclusive eps." To check our menu for what we've served in the past, don't hesitate to take a look at lefttriggerrighttrigger.com. But maybe you've had your fill and just want to leave a nice tip. If that's the case, leave us a rating or review where ever you're reading this! Games Discussed: Duolingo, Splatoon 2, Destiny 2

You open up your favorite podcast app. You notice there's a new episode of Left Trigger Right Trigger, your favorite video game podcast. Your momentary hit of dopamine that comes with seeing a new podcast episode suddenly turns to fear as you see the episode title: Crate? What could crate episode even be? Don't worry friends: You're about to learn a million things about crate in the span of an hour. David breaks down Link's insurance policy. Giovanni reveals Tony Hawk's mail crimes. Greg tells us his favorite piece of a shape. Tess goes back to Pissember. If you want to open up a whole crate of LTRT content, you can support the show over on patreon.com/LTRT. You'll get some rare loot drops there, like the latest episode of LTRT After Hours, where we say the word "Geoff" more times than is legally allowed on Spotify. Want a way to keep track of everything we're up to? Head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to get all things LTRT bundled into one handy dandy crate. Games discussed: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2, Crash Bandicoot, Diablo II: Resurrected Show notes: How Crash Bandicoot Hacked The Original Playstation

Listeners! Who could have anticipated that your LTRT hosts would do yet another Father's Day episode?? You'd think that by the 6ixth one of these we'd know better, but you know what they say: fool me once, shame on you. Fool me six times, I have a condition.  Welcome to the 6ixth Annual Father's Day Dadstravanganza: The Red Herring (Respectfully). We know we just had a fishing episode a little bit ago, but this one is for the DADS! Dads out there, this episode is for you. Here's what you can look forward to in this year's Dadstravanganza: Giovanni brainstorms the ideal videogame for dads. David washes down the deck. Greg really mixes up his dad references. Tess has some advice for you beta dads out there.  If you're a dad and you'd like to support our show, head over to patreon.com/LTRT and toss us some spare change. Think of it as an allowance - we'll do the chores (tell you bad jokes) and you give us the money. Sound good? Sounds good to us.  Also If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice (including on Spotify for some reason!) Hey also check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com for all the content you could ever need.  Games discussed include: PowerWash Simulator, Cyberpunk 2077, Pac-Man, and Spore.

It's getting hot out there. Wouldn't you like to cool off with some nice, refreshing, thirst-quenching paint? Now we know what you're thinking: "Isn't paint toxic?" But here at Left Trigger Right Trigger we don't prescribe to such pedantic categorizations like "toxic" or "healthy" or "pedantic." We just aim to make sure you're taking care of yourself the best way we can, which in this case is a big tub of paint right down your gullet.* What're our favorite ways to enjoy paint via video games? Well we're glad you asked! Giovanni gets industrious with some definitions. Greg comes face to face with his inadequacies. David discusses how much joy Pizza brings him. Tess helps shine a light on the perils of giving children wall candy. As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us and we hope you'll join our discord! If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice. Check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com for more tips! Games discussed include: KidPix, Splatoon, Chicory: A Colorful Tale, and Roblox Show notes: Investigation: How Roblox Is Exploiting Young Game Developers Roblox Pressured Us to Delete Our Video. So We Dug Deeper. *DO NOT EAT PAINT, WE DO NOT CONDONE OR RECOMMEND CONSUMING PAINT. GREG GOT WEIRD FOR NO REASON.

Hey folks, it's me Buzz Lightyear of the hit film Lightyear. I'm here on LTRT's fishing episode to let you know that you can see my film in June and also, contrary to some rumors, I've never farted in my space suit, not even once. Anyway, I've been told I have to read the following to you despite this being a written description, so just imagine this in my voice I guess? Here goes:  Fishing! What is it? Who does it? How has it influenced human society, culture, and language? We explore these questions and more in this videogame podcast. Greg flexes his fly fishing skills. David explains why fishing is a bad time. Tess starts a fight with all fish everywhere. Giovanni bears his flaccid claws. As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice. Oh also check out lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to learn all our secrets! Games discussed include: Radica DEEP SEA FISHIN' Electronic Handheld Fishing Game, Sonic Adventure, Hades, and Nintendo Badge Arcade

pshh what is this? Is this episode about The Avengers movie that came out in 2019 or whatever? When was that? Do people remember those movies? What? Oh I'm typing in the CMS for the LTRT podcast description? Oh! Uh...  Endgame! What happens when the game... ends? Well... won't you be excited to know! Find out in this episode! David discusses videogames with long tails - long... swishy, swishy tails. Giovanni can't figure out crinkle cut fries. Tess washes a deck. Greg tells everyone to "Pokémon Y to the polls."  As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice. Visit lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to explore more ways people deal with jank. Games discussed include: Pokémon Y, Borderlands 2, Kirby Air Ride, and PowerWash Simulator Show notes: Recipe Guide: How to make Singapore's KFC Cheese Fries

Jank. We all experience it one way or another in our lives, some more than others. Giovanni wrestles with jank by not taking control. David gets punished by jank, but still goes back for more. Greg attempts to laugh off his jank. Tess receives guidance on how to approach jank. How do you tackle your jank? As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice. Visit lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to explore more ways people deal with jank. Games Discussed: WWE 2K22, Elden Ring, Fortnite, and Space Warlord Organ Trading Simulator Show notes: Elden Ring Is Jackass The Video Game Gita Jackson for Waypoint So many UI issues/complaints. Steam Community forum

Listeners, I know that last episode we asked the question "do you think this show has run out of topics?" but consider that question asked and answered. Get ready to go Mouthful mode on this episode!! It's MOUTH!!! In this episode - Giovanni optimizes our SEO. Greg finds his immersion ruined by the unrealistic mouths in VR. David dares to ask the question, "what *does* that mouth do?" Tess puts some sneaky ASMR at the end of the show.  As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: Kirby and the Forgotten Land, Star Fox 64, Damnation, and Job Simulator Show notes: 15 Video Game Enemies With Mouths So Big They Can Literally Swallow You, Ravi Sinha for Gaming Bolt Michel Lotito, Wikipedia

Question for you, listeners - do you think this show has run out of topics? Look, we're not saying that we think the show is out of topics but we're wondering if any of you are under the impression that uh... we're out of topics. No reason, just checking. Anyway, here's the episode on...Shapes.  In this episode - David set us his new burrow. Giovanni presses buttons. Tess has shape-based nostalgia. Greg explains sword logic.  As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: Journey, PaRappa the Rappa, Tempest, and Destiny 2 Show notes: The Aesthetics of Game Art and Game Design, Chris Solarski for Game Developer All About the PlayStation 1's Design, Kevin Gifford for 1Up (archived)

Hey listeners... we know in the last episode we said we wanted a normal, regular episode. And maybe Beige wasn't quite standard for us. In fact, maybe it was an overcorrection - Beige was too normal of an episode. In response, here's a normal episode that's the normal amount of normal. That sentence makes sense, we promise. Welcome to the Racing episode! In this episode - David discovers the secret of his namesake. Giovanni becomes a dog - it's all sinking in now. Tess gets distracted. Greg delivers the State of the Union As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: Uniracers,  Crash Team Racing, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles, and Boyfriend Dungeon Show notes:  The Making of Unirally - Damien McFerran for Nintendo Life The trailer for Poochinski

Listeners! Thank you to everyone who showed up for our annual 24-hour charity stream! A huge thank you to everyone who donated! Because of your contributions we raised over $4,200 for MaineTransNet! The charity campaign will be open until the end February, so if you want to add donations you can still do so right here. This episode is Beige. No hot takes or bits here, just take the beige pill and vibe to the beige noise. Featuring a performance by special guest Tom Waits.  In this episode - Giovanni is beige. David is beige. Tess is beige. Greg is beige.  As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: True Crime: Streets of LA, GoldenEye 007,  Fallout 4, and Assassin's Creed.

Hey everyone! We have a super important announcement - it's once again time for our annual 24-hour charity stream!! This year we'll be streaming to benefit MaineTransNet! MaineTransNet is a community based organization led by transgender people, for transgender people. They serve Maine's trans community in a ton of different ways, including support groups, transgender competency training, and advocacy work. We're so excited to support them with this year's stream! You're going to want to tune to twitch.tv/lefttriggerrighttrigger on Saturday, February 19 at 10 AM ET and stick around until Sunday, February 20 at 10 AM ET. Oh and just like last year, we'll be donating our Patreon contributions for February. Come hang out, keep us awake, and check out all the shenanigans. We hope to see you there!! Motion - is it more than just waggling a controller around? In this episode we seek to explore all aspects of this much-maligned game mechanic (and also discuss our struggles with motion sickness). In this episode - Giovanni mourns the death of motion based party games. David has to have a little lie down. Tess discusses why your body does not want to be an interface. Greg tries to learn a new joke.   As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: WarioWare: Smooth Moves, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Super Hexagon, and Nike+ Kinect Training. Show notes:  Video Games and Motion Sickness, Eric Qualls for Lifewire Your Body Does Not Want to Be an Interface, John Pavlus for MIT Technology Review 

Folks, it's taken a lot of work from a lot of community members, but the "Better Show" mod has been updated to function with the latest version of LTRT. This new, improved mod includes the following features:  Added 6 hosts with revamped romance options (including a fully fleshed-out Travis!) 200+ new tangents about topics that aren't video games. Reduced background noise and mouth sounds from all hosts.  Fixed several typos and incorrect uses of "whom." Expanded post-show "End Bit" with tons of activities for long-time listeners.  Added English language translation for Giovanni. In this Mod - Giovanni claims ownership over any and all products that are derived from LTRT content. David explores his fear of locomotives. Greg wonders about Ape Jeans. Tess asks some big questions about Paul Blart.  As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: Freelancer, DOTA 2, Warcraft III: Reforged, and Resident Evil 2 (Remake)

Folks... we're not here to clown on our listeners, but let's just say - the next episode we release is gong to have some big shoes to fill! (HONK HONK) --that's the sound our nose makes...  this is uh... this is the 'Clown' episode.   In this episode - Giovanni takes a gig entertaining at children's parties. Tess has useful advice for clowns looking to improve their resumes. Greg discusses the insidious influence of Stephen King. David doesn't talk about the wasps, like at all.  As always, a huge, huge thank you to our patrons. Your support means the world to us. If you want to become a patron (and get access to some exclusive podcasts) you can sign up at patreon.com/LTRT.  If you don't have the cash to support us right now you can always leave us a review on your podcatcher of choice.  Maybe you should head over to lefttriggerrighttrigger.com to find all our social media and other content!! Games discussed include: Imagine Party Babyz, Empire of Sin, Dead Rising, and Final Fantasy VI