58 episodes

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!

Basement Arcade: Pause Menu Fake Nerds

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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!

    Talking MORE Books w/ Retro Game Books

    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

    • 2 hr 15 min
    SPORTSBALL Games w/ Urinating Tree

    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

    • 1 hr 38 min
    Q4 2023 - Pause Menu Quarterly

    Q4 2023 - 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 Quarter 4 of 2023!
    First we have a few news stories including talk about the new Indiana Jones game, some Youtuber controversy, and we mourn the death of E3! Then we get into all the game we've been playing these past few months. Lastly, some quick fire hits of games we are excited for in the first quarter of 2024.
    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

    • 2 hr 18 min
    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review

    The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review

    Hey Fake Nerds! It's the show led by our very own Ben Magnet to discuss video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!
    Ben brings Ryan on board for a full discussion of a top Game of the Year contender: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom! After months of mini discussion on Pause Menu and the Fake Nerd Podcast, the time has come for the pair to go deep on this beloved new title in the Zelda franchise. You don't want to miss this one! 
    Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/BGT-T4kvTb4
    Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. 
    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
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod

    • 1 hr 48 min
    Q3 2023 - Pause Menu Quarterly

    Q3 2023 - 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 Quarter 3 of 2023! 
    Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/n5zONjWAbEg
    This is the episode catching you up on the guys latest plays in gaming and the news they noticed for the last few months. First, some recent news around Charles Martinet retiring from Mario, Microsoft acquiring Activision/Blizzard, Unity's attempt to gouge users for money, and the death of Gundam Evolution at less than a year old.
    Next is the games they've been playing. Featuring:- Fortnite check-in- Jedi: Survivor- Ben FINALLY playing Miles Morales- Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom- Kirby: Return to Dreamland for the Switch- The Pokemon TCG Mobile Game- Gamera in Godzilla: Battle Line- Starfield- Spider-Man 2- MK 11- Mortal Kombat 1- Final Fantasy XVI- Gotham Knights- Cult of the Lamb DLC- Evil Dead: The Game- Disney Illusion Island- Mario Kart 8 DLC- Baldur's Gate III
    Plus a look ahead at games coming in the next quarter and beyond!
    Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. 
    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
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod

    • 2 hr 35 min
    Boss Fight Books w/ Gabe

    Boss Fight Books w/ Gabe

    Welcome, gamers, to the show led by Ben Magnet for discussing video games and the culture surrounding them. This is Basement Arcade: Pause Menu!
    Ever wanted to read a book about one of your favorite video games? Ever wanted to write a book about your favorite game? Well then, do we have an episode for you! On this episode of Basement Arcade: Pause Menu, Ben sits down with the Founding Editor of Boss Fight Books: Gabe! They talk about how Boss Fight Books got started, the process of picking a book, and some other behind the scenes tidbits! Also don’t forget to check out Boss Fight Books - you just might find a book you can’t put down!  
    Check out the website at:https://bossfightbooks.com
    Socials:Twitter: @BossFightBooksInstagram: @bossfightbooks
    Watch the episode here: https://youtu.be/UwTbbmR3muQ
    Fake Nerd Podcast is an audio podcast where we offer a more positive take on pop culture with news, reviews and interviews from the likes of Marc Guggenheim and Andrea Romano. 
    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
    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fakenerdpodcastTeepublic: https://www.teepublic.com/user/fakenerdpod

    • 1 hr 51 min

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