Idle Game Chat: The Video Game Podcast

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Idle Game Chat is the flagship Video Games podcast at Dimp Digital! We are a grass roots, independent outfit that share our impressions on the Video Games you can play today and react to the biggest news stories from across the gaming world. Strong opinions guaranteed. Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/dimpdigital Dimp Disclaimer: We are going to miss things, we are going to get things wrong, we will mispronounce things and we may cause offence.

  1. Skate Story, the game you MISSED in 2025!

    3D AGO

    Skate Story, the game you MISSED in 2025!

    A whopping 8 games make the grade on this edition of Idle Game Chat. Skate Story was the surprise closer of 2025. Bolstered by its Day 1 inclusion on PlayStation Plus Extra, it seemingly came out of nowhere and landed immediate critical acclaim. A rocking soundtrack, a SimCade style skating system and an otherworldly art style brings it to the attention of Evan and Apps. Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots has FINALLY been confirmed to be part of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2, but before that Apps took the plunge to re-earn some missing trophies on the PS3. In what was supposed to be the game that ended the saga, it’s prison sentence on PS3 has been a source of frustration for many fans so brighter days are ahead, but one more round on the PS3 can’t be all bad…can it? The PS3 version of The Last of Us came out in 2013 and has been re-released a further two times. A remaster in 2014 and a remake in 2022 ensure that it is nicely preserved on modern hardware. How well does the original hold up? Adkins comes bearing a Resident Evil trifecta! With Resident Evil Requiem close at hand, Adkins turns back the clock to tackle the remake of Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil HD Remaster (which is based on the 2002 Remake) and Resident Evil 0. From third person survival horror brilliance to fixed cameras and tank controls, how does Adkins cope with this jarring change? Giant Squid arrived with Abzu in 2016 and their latest title, Sword of the Sea came out in 2025. Apps takes a pitstop to fill in a gaming gap and get up to speed with all things Giant Squid by heading onto The Pathless. Taking influence from Breath of the Wild and expanding the players interaction it has the ingredients to be something special. Timestamps 00:00:00 Skate Story 00:53:28 MGS 4 & The Last of Us on PS3 02:03:36 Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil & Resident Evil 0 03:14:26 The Pathless 04:00:59 Outro & FGL Update

    4h 6m
  2. Expedition 33 DOMINATES The Game Awards, but is it all it’s cracked up to be?

    JAN 21

    Expedition 33 DOMINATES The Game Awards, but is it all it’s cracked up to be?

    Normal service resume for Idle Game Chat as we have another edition, jam packed with gaming impressions! On the docket this time we have the record setting “indie” darling, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. It picked up 9 awards at The Game Awards 2025 and is widely tipped to garner more big rewards for DICE, GDC and BAFTA. Adkins’ curiosity got the better of him and he dived two feet into this on Steam. Did it live up to all the hype? Adcock returns with The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. This 2024 release was widely praised for flipping the script, where you play as Zelda on a quest to save Link. It’s a complete departure from the current Zelda framework which begun with Breath of the Wild. We will find out if Adcock this is a worthy change. Palette cleansers are popular amongst the Dimp clan and this time it’s the turn of Gris! Nomada Studios’ debut title Gris was released in 2018 on PC and Switch with wider platforms being targeted in 2019. Apps takes up the mantle, with one eye on Nomada Studios latest game, Neva, he works his way this award-winning Platform-Adventure game. The game impressions are rounded out by South of Midnight. This 2025 release arrived to a decent reception, but wasn’t the breakout title that Xbox and Compulsion Games were hoping for. It certainly faired better than Compulsion’s last game, We Happy Few, but what does Adkins make of it all? The episode is wrapped up Gaming’s Most Wanted 2026. Each member of the Dimp clan was asked for the one game they are most looking forward to. Apps reveals the results! Sit back, relax and enjoy Timestamps 00:00:00 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 01:23:02 The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom 02:01:09 Gris 02:45:13 South of Midnight 03:19:43 Gaming’s Most Wanted 2026

    3h 26m
  3. Fantasy Gaming Draft 2026 | Idle Game Chat New Year Special

    JAN 1

    Fantasy Gaming Draft 2026 | Idle Game Chat New Year Special

    We kick of 2026 with our Fantasy Gaming League draft! This year it is the Comedy Brothers, Paper and Adkins, going head-to-head to see who comes out on top! Will Paper get a hattrick of wins back-to-back or will Adkins make history and be the first person to land the Grand Slam?

    2h 46m
  4. Gaming's Greatest Quiz 2025, FGL 2025 Results Show and Year-in-Review 2025 | Idle Game Chat Festive Special 2025

    12/24/2025

    Gaming's Greatest Quiz 2025, FGL 2025 Results Show and Year-in-Review 2025 | Idle Game Chat Festive Special 2025

    Here we are then, the Festive Special of Idle Game Chat! In our final show of the year, we have a jam-packed episode with a bit of a twist. Gaming’s Greatest Quiz is the rebrand of our traditional annual quiz. To complement the name change we have also shifted format. All questions are multiple choice and competitors are scored on accuracy and also time. 12 months, 36 questions, 6 competitors, buckle up! Feel free to play along at home and you can find the quiz by heading over to Kahoot.it and searching for “Gaming’s Greatest Quiz 2025”. The Fantasy Gaming League is over and we are joined by the winner, Paper, to analyse where he got it right and where Hall got it wrong. We also tip our cap to Grand Prix winner Adkins who will be stepping up to challenge for a historic Grand Slam… We close things out with our traditional Year-In-Review with Logan. Nintendo, Xbox and PlayStation are all put under the spotlight, accompanied by the usual unrelated waffle. It’s been a great year and we happy that you joined us on the ride. Sit back, relax and enjoy! Patreon.com/DimpDigital Timestamps: 00:00:00 Gaming's Greatest Quiz 2025 01:05:55 FGL 2025 Results Show 02:10:18 Year-In-Review 2025

    3h 28m

  5. 12/09/2025

    Idle Impressions: Pokémon, Donuts, F1 & Death Stranding

    In this episode of Idle Game Chat, we dive into our full impressions of some wildly different worlds. From the sprawling adventures of Pokémon Scarlet and the intriguing change of Pokémon Legends: Z‑A, to the quirky charm of Donut County, we share what stuck with us long after playing. We also hit the track with F1 23 and F1 25, breaking down how the series continues to evolve, before stepping into the mysterious cinematic journey of Death Stranding 2. It’s a mix of racing, rolling, catching, and connecting — all through our honest, in‑depth takes. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Pokémon Scarlet 00:53:00 Pokémon Legends: Z-A 01:48:32 Donut County 02:00:10 F1 23 02:18:18 Death Standing 2: On the Beach 03:23:44 F1 25

    4h 23m
  6. Shadows, Serpents, and Sneaking Legends | Idle Game Chat

    11/11/2025

    Shadows, Serpents, and Sneaking Legends | Idle Game Chat

    Another packed episode of Idle Game Chat is here, and this week we’re diving headfirst into a lineup that blends myth, stealth, and full-on action. We kick things off with Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, then unravel the chilling mystery of Ghost of Yōtei before stepping into feudal Japan once more with Claws of Awaji, the latest Assassin’s Creed Shadows expansion. We also take a long look at the enigmatic Hell Is Us, reflect on a newbies experience of Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, and close with a fresh take on a classic franchise through Gears of War: Reloaded. Stealth, steel, spirits, and nostalgia—get ready for another episode packed with sharp insights and questionable banter. Timestamps 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:58 Ghost of Tsushima: Legends 01:04:10 Ghost of Yōtei 01:59:49 Claws of Awaji - Assassin's Creed Shadows Expansion 02:18:29 Hell Is Us 03:01:18 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (Minor Spoilers) 03:37:58 Gears of War: Reloaded

    4h 11m
  7. Snakes, Ninjas, Japanese Assassin’s, a tale from the Borderlands + MORE | Idle Game Chat

    10/13/2025

    Snakes, Ninjas, Japanese Assassin’s, a tale from the Borderlands + MORE | Idle Game Chat

    Hosts: Your Essex mates at Dimp Digital Episode: We've finished 'em all! Our complete verdict on Borderlands 4, plus deep dives into Snake Eater's remake, our F1 management shame, Ninja Gaiden and Assassin's Creed Shadows! Here's the full breakdown: 🔫 Borderlands 4 We've completed the campaign, tried the endgame, and messed with the new Vault Hunters. Is it a worthy successor or did it drop the ball? Our no-BS verdict on the story, loot, and whether it's worth your time now it's out. 🔍 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Does this legendary remake have us saluting or sulking? We break down the jungle gameplay, the graphics, and the pressure of remaking a classic. ⚔️ Ninja Gaiden 2 & 3: Razor's Edge We've suffered through every brutal minute. Our thoughts on which one holds up better, which is just plain unfair, and whether they're still essential action games. 🏎️ F1 Manager 2024 Another season in the bin. We've seen a full championship through and we're here to report on whether this year's game fixes the series' problems or if it's the same old story. 🗡️ Assassin's Creed Shadows Feudal Japan from start to finish. Our take on the dual protagonists, the new mechanics, and whether Ubisoft has delivered a return to form. [00:00:00] - Intro [00:00:26] - Housekeeping [00:01:03] - Community notes [00:01:53] - Transition [00:02:09] - Metal Gear Solid Delta [01:00:06] - Ninja Gaiden double feature [01:28:18] - Assassin’s Creed Shadows [02:19:11] - F1 Manager 2024 [03:09:41] - Borderlands 4 [03:58:54] - Outro [03:59:25] - Sign-off [04:00:09] - End

    4 hr
  8. The Nintendo Switch 2 Chat | Idle Game Chat

    09/09/2025

    The Nintendo Switch 2 Chat | Idle Game Chat

    Three months in, is the Nintendo Switch 2 living up to the hype? We're cracking open the console's biggest talking points and giving you our proper, no-nonsense verdict. THE BIG DEBATE: We're nattering about all the stuff that matters: 💷 The Price: Was it worth the dent in our wallets? 🕹️ Game Costs: Are we being taken for a ride with these new release prices? 🤬 The Game Card Scandal: Physical games not having the full game on the card? Get outta here! 📺 How We Play: Are we docked on the sofa or handheld on the loo? 📸 Accessories: The new Pro Controller 2, that funky camera – worth the extra cash? FULL REVIEWS: We've put the hours in so you don't have to: 🏎️ Mario Kart World: More than just a graphical glow-up? 🍌 Donkey Kong Bananza: Does it capture the magic of the classics? ⚡ Pokémon Violet (Switch 2 Patched): Finally the game we were promised? QUICK FIRE IMPRESSIONS: ⛏️ Stardew Valley: How does it feel on the new hardware? 🕹️ Switch 2 Welcome Tour: Nintendo's pack-in demo – any good? New to Idle Game Chat? We're just a bunch of mates from Essex (and beyond) having a right good chinwag about games. No jargon, no nonsense – just honest opinions and a few laughs. 👉 Subscribe Now on your favourite podcast app 💰 Support Us by going to Patreion.com/DimpDigital YouTube Link: https://youtu.be/r_fuk3Ph3Q4 00:00:00 Intro 00:02:14 Nintendo Switch 2 Chat 00:49:53 Mario Kart World Chat 01:03:42 Donkey Kong Bananza Chat 01:21:04 Pokémon Violet (Switch 2 Update) Chat 01:35:19 Neva Chat 01:44:30 Stardew Valle | Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour 01:55:55 FGL Update 02:01:30 Mario Kart World Chat (Again) #IdleGameChat #NintendoSwitch2 #GamingPodcast #Essex

    2h 42m
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Idle Game Chat is the flagship Video Games podcast at Dimp Digital! We are a grass roots, independent outfit that share our impressions on the Video Games you can play today and react to the biggest news stories from across the gaming world. Strong opinions guaranteed. Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/dimpdigital Dimp Disclaimer: We are going to miss things, we are going to get things wrong, we will mispronounce things and we may cause offence.

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