Basement Arcade: Pause Menu

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Welcome to Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! The show where we hit pause, sit back and just chill. Join host Ben Magnet and a guest or guests as they talk about video games both retro and modern! When we say any and all video game topics we MEAN all video game topics. Nintendo, consoles, handhelds, anniversaries, E3, E.T. and more! You name it, we want to talk about it. Tangents and rants aren't only welcomes, they're encouraged!

  1. JUN 11

    The Good Ol' Days w/ Bill Tucker (A Gamer Looks At 40)

    Remember back in the day when things seemed a little easier? Well, Ben and Bill do! On this episode of Pause Menu, Ben is joined by Bill Tucker, host of the A Gamer Looks at 40 podcast, and they sit back and talk about their own personal "good ol' days." What things were good then, and what things have gotten better with time? Also, don't forget to follow Bill and check out his show! Specifically, episode 115, where Ben was a guest on his show!   Bill's socialsBluesky: @agamerlooksat40.bsky.socialInstagram: @agamerlooksat40  TikTok: @agamerlooksat40website: https://agamerlooksat40.com    Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials, especially Bluesky, and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts,  a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds.  Find us at ITunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  bapausemenu@gmail.com https://twitter.com/bapausemenu

    1h 57m

  2. APR 9

    Super Sonic Collecting W/ G To The Next Level

    SSSSEEEGGGAAAA!!! SEGA super fan, G To The Next Level, makes his glorious return to Pause Menu to talk with Ben about all things SONIC! Sonic fans have been enjoying a resurgence of the blue blur, so Ben and G talk about their personal collections and experiences of being a fan over the years.   Don’t forget to follow G on all his socials to see what new additions get added to the collection! Use the link to do so:https://gtothenextlevel.carrd.co/?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaYVY2plxzDh6DS8RA6jXQ78p5DwgZy72ss08Y9EFcEA7bpQQJTuWno-j3Y_aem_6iuuRKmm4ZjaxTZjdcMPdg Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials, especially Bluesky, and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts,  a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds.  Find us at ITunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  bapausemenu@gmail.com https://twitter.com/bapausemenu

    2h 3m

  3. APR 7

    Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Live Reaction!

    Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! IT'S MARIO TIME! Ben sits down with Ryan Eleopoulos as they do the first ever LIVE REACTION on Basement Arcade for the Nintendo Switch 2!  Will dreams be made or crushed?  Will the game shown be Day 1 buys?  Will the mic cut out because Ben yelled so loud?  Check out the episode to find out!  Follow Ryan Eleopoulos on Bluesky: @djtonysnark.bsky.socialand on Twitch @: Twitch.tv/Djtonysnark616 Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials, especially Bluesky, and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts,  a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds.  Find us at ITunes, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  bapausemenu@gmail.com https://twitter.com/bapausemenu

    1h 50m

  4. 09/25/2024

    SONIC ROLL w/ Anthony Thorp

    Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! Let’s get ROLLING! On this episode of Pause Menu, Ben sits down with Game Designer from Kess Entertainment, Anthony Thorp. They talk about the game he designed: SONIC ROLL! If you ever wondered how some video games get made into board games then this is the episode for you! Not only do they talk about SONIC ROLL, Ben and Anthony also talk about the newest Sonic board game from Kess Entertainment: SONIC SPEED BATTLE!   Also go and follow Kess Entertainment for updates on upcoming games! Socials:@kess_ent (Twitter and Instagram, Anthony doesn’t have personal socials) Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts,  a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds.  Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  bapausemenu@gmail.com https://twitter.com/bapausemenu

    1h 55m

  5. 09/23/2024

    Physical Games w/ Patrick Brickhouse

    Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! Pat’s Back! In his never-ending quest to get that mythical sandwich card stamped, friend of the show Patrick Brickhouse (Retro Blast) joins Ben on another episode of Basement Arcade Pause Menu! The 2 talk about physical games, the importance of preservation, and griping about how digital games can come and go.  A more relaxed episode of Pause Menu, but a fun one nonetheless! Don’t forget to follow Pat and listen to his show, The Retro Blast Podcast! Socials Twitter: @retroblastusInsta: @retroblastpat Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade: Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts,  a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds.  Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  bapausemenu@gmail.com https://twitter.com/bapausemenu

    1h 2m

  6. 09/20/2024

    Q1 + Q2 2024 - Pause Menu Quarterly

    Welcome gamers to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! It's The Pause Menu Quarterly! Here, the boys of the Fake Nerd Podcast come together to discuss what they've been playing and some news in the quarter of the year. This is all about Quarters 1 and 2 of 2024! Ben is joined by fellow Fake Nerds, Ryan Eleopoulos and Sparkz Witty, to discuss some of what they've played in the first half of the year. Featuring: Multiversus, Helldivers 2, and  Final Fantasy XVI. THEN, it's a discussion of some their favorite game trailers coming out of Summer Game Fest 2024! It's a great conversation and so much to look forward to! This video was recorded on June 22, 2024. Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Basement Arcade and Basement Arcade:Pause Menu are a spin-off from the Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts,  a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds.  Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  bapausemenu@gmail.com https://twitter.com/bapausemenu

    2h 50m

  7. 02/19/2024

    Talking MORE Books w/ Retro Game Books

    Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! Books are awesome! And they’re even better when video games are involved! Ben continues his pixelated literary adventure and talks with Brian Riggsbee of Retro Game Books. They talk how Retro Game Books started, the beauty of reading about a favorite game, and why there’s a book all about video game maps! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/yOaIz7OpjrU If you want to check out the selection of books for yourself, check the link below, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review of the show. It really helps us out! Website link: https://retrogamebooks.comThreads: https://www.threads.net/@retrogamebooks?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Insta: https://www.instagram.com/retrogamebooks?igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts is a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. They give their more earnest and positive perspectives on video games, comics, movies, and television through their various shows. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.com Teepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod

    2h 16m

  8. 01/26/2024

    SPORTSBALL Games w/ Urinating Tree

    Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! On this all new episode of Basement Arcade: Pause Menu, we’re talking SPORTSBALL VIDEO GAMES! Ben is joined by sports YouTuber, Urinating Tree! They talk about the great sports video games of old, now, how EA is ruining sports games, the 2024 NFL Wildcard weekend, and…Hallmark Christmas tree ornaments? Well, tangents are welcome on this show but if you like sports and video games then this is the episode for you! Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/rAlFs8spnoQ Don't forget to follow Tree and check out his YouTube channel for more SPORTSBALL!  Twitter & TikTok: @UrinatingTreeInsta: @urinating_treeYouTube link: https://youtube.com/@UrinatingTree?si=-2jiBaD7gznG3gFe Also, go follow Ben (BenMagnet27) on all the socials and the show on Twitter (@bapausemenu) and subscribe to be up to date on all the latest episodes! Fake Nerd Podcast Family of Podcasts is a collection of shows hosted by the original Fake Nerds. They give their more earnest and positive perspectives on video games, comics, movies, and television through their various shows. Find us at ITunes, Stitcher, Google Play, Spotify, and wherever else you listen to podcasts.  linktr.ee/FakeNerd http://www.fakenerdpodcast.com/ https://twitter.com/FakeNerdPodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/fakenerdpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/fakenerdpodcast/FakeNerdGuys@gmail.com Teepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod

    1h 39m
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Welcome to Basement Arcade: Pause Menu! The show where we hit pause, sit back and just chill. Join host Ben Magnet and a guest or guests as they talk about video games both retro and modern! When we say any and all video game topics we MEAN all video game topics. Nintendo, consoles, handhelds, anniversaries, E3, E.T. and more! You name it, we want to talk about it. Tangents and rants aren't only welcomes, they're encouraged!

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  • Creator
    Fake Nerds
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    64
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Fake Nerds