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Colette Bennett and Matt Silverman chat weekly about the most important topic in human civilization: video games. They discuss games they’re playing, gaming news, online communities, streaming culture, and emerging trends in virtual and augmented reality.

  1. 238 I Don't Want to Be a Chicken Man: Sony's State of Play, Feb 2026

    4D AGO

    238 I Don't Want to Be a Chicken Man: Sony's State of Play, Feb 2026

    Mewgenics is finally here, and it's mostly great, except for a few ... concerns. And Sony revealed a slate of remakes, sequels, and 3rd party nonsense at their February State of Play which includes a chicken sword muscle man for some reason? Matt flies solo for this recap episode. Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 8m
  2. 237 So, how about that new Tomodachi Life video, eh?

    FEB 5

    237 So, how about that new Tomodachi Life video, eh?

    You're welcome. Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1 min
  3. 236 Should Video Game Critics Be Less Negative?

    JAN 30

    236 Should Video Game Critics Be Less Negative?

    The free to play horse shooter Highguard released this week, and within 5 minutes, the entire Internet agreed that it sucks. Coincidentally(?), the CEO of Larian Studios posted a lengthy comment about how criticism of video games has become too mean and too personal, which discourages artists from taking risks and failing. This week, we unpack the discourse around hot take negativity, the process of being vulnerable as an artist, and why the business model of algorithmic media pushes so many of us into the trap. Links discussed in this episode: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/baldurs-gate-3-studio-boss-calls-out-hurtful-personal-videogame-reviewers-sometimes-i-think-itd-be-a-good-idea-for-critics-to-be-scored-metacritic-style https://www.dexerto.com/gaming/highguard-devs-say-they-didnt-expect-the-hate-but-theyre-confident-in-their-game-3309463/ Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 21m
  4. 235 We Only Play Video Games From the 2010s Now

    JAN 24

    235 We Only Play Video Games From the 2010s Now

    This week in The Chat, we peruse the latest offerings from the Xbox Developer Direct, discuss the appeal of Fable, and hear about what it’s like to play a 16-year-old game with 800 mods (spoiler: pretty good). Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 27m
  5. 234 What Are the Most Overrated Video Games?

    JAN 17

    234 What Are the Most Overrated Video Games?

    What beloved video games do you find insufferable? A lively discussion in our Discord community brought us to philosophical analysis of subjectivity. Plus, Steam updates its AI disclosure guidelines, which seem like a step in the right direction yet still not granular enough. And what's the deal with the "Cory In The House" DS game selling for thousands on eBay? Links discussed in this episode: Jenna Stoeber: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yjf-GPp3n5k Overrated games: https://www.reddit.com/r/AskReddit/comments/1qcl73d/whats_the_most_overrated_video_game_of_all_time/ Arc Raiders is still popular: https://gamerant.com/arc-raiders-has-already-sold-24m-copies-in-2026/ Cory: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/online-auctions-for-cory-in-the-house-ds-game-are-asking-for-hundreds-amid-meme-campaign/1100-6537472/ Valve's rules: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/valve-has-significantly-rewritten-steams-rules-for-how-developers-much-disclose-ai-use/ Hank Green, Why is Everyone So Wrong About AI Water Use??: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H_c6MWk7PQc Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 17m
  6. 233 Our 5 Favorite Games of 2025 (Part 2)

    JAN 11

    233 Our 5 Favorite Games of 2025 (Part 2)

    Colette and Matt reveal their top 3 game of the year picks for 2025 and what made them so outstanding. Enjoy, and hop into the discord and let us know what your GOTY picks were for 2025 and what games you’re most looking forward to in 2026! Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 60m
  7. 232 Our Top 5 Games of 2025 (Part 1)

    JAN 2

    232 Our Top 5 Games of 2025 (Part 1)

    As bury 2025 in the dust, we dig into one of our very favorite episodes to do: Best Games of 2025 (or GOTY, as some of us fondly call it). Matt and Colette have never been able to narrow their lists down to fewer than 5, PLUS honorable mentions, so this episode digs into the latter as well as our #5 and #4 picks. However, we had so much to say that this is a two-parter, so please tune in again next week to hear our top 3 picks for GOTY. Drop by and let us know what games made your list in our Discord, a cozy lil' community where everyone is actually super nice. For real. Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 20m
  8. 231 Our Favorite Announcements From the 2025 Game Awards

    12/19/2025

    231 Our Favorite Announcements From the 2025 Game Awards

    Ah yes, The Video Game Awards: Not normally a thing we wait with bated breath for, but Colette pretty much tuned in just to watch Expedition 33 sweep (which, of course, it did). Aside from French Victory, however, there were many new trailers from big names, including a new chapter in the Control series from our beloved Remedy Entertainment, a new FPS IP from former Apex Legends devs, and a highly memorable Divinity trailer (almost) more nauseating than the news that Larian is embracing AI to make its future games. Tune in and let us know what trailers you were the most excited about and, more importantly, why it took this long for Lenny Kravitz to be cast as a video game villain. Join our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJ  Subscribe to the show on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ColetteAndMatt Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.com   Follow and subscribe to Colette: https://bsky.app/profile/itscocobee.bsky.socialhttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to Matt: https://bsky.app/profile/mattsilverman.bsky.socialhttps://www.patreon.com/influencepodhttps://www.youtube.com/c/freedadvideosOur theme music is by Azure Flux: https://azureflux.bandcamp.com/ Our logo is illustrated by @JustCallMeKatarina: https://www.instagram.com/justcallmekatarina/

    1h 30m
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Colette Bennett and Matt Silverman chat weekly about the most important topic in human civilization: video games. They discuss games they’re playing, gaming news, online communities, streaming culture, and emerging trends in virtual and augmented reality.

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