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GameVerse Pub, The Average Gamer's Gaming Podcast is where gaming meets good times. Join Shawn Marino and his crew of beer-loving, game-obsessed friends as they dive into video games, board games, and gaming culture, all while enjoying a few pints. Whether you’re here for thoughtful discussions, lighthearted banter, or some serious nostalgia, GameVerse Pub has a seat at the table for you. Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

  1. 6d ago

    Episode 43: The Good Old Days of Gaming: The Video Store Experience 🎮

    Shawn (@thatmarinokid), Olive (@thatgamerolive), Shane (@shakenn88), and Sean (@Sean.ze.barber) gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 43 as we kick off a brand-new series: The Good Old Days of Gaming! 🍺🎮 In this first nostalgic episode, we're taking a trip back to The Video Store Experience, a time when renting games was an event, weekends meant browsing endless shelves, and finding the game you wanted before someone else did felt like winning the lottery 👀 The crew shares their favourite memories of growing up with video stores, from browsing the aisles and judging games by their cover art to bringing home that one rental you couldn't wait to play. We also talk about the excitement of discovering hidden gems, reading game manuals on the ride home, and why those experiences just don't exist in today's digital world 😄 📼 Browsing the shelves for your next game 🎮 Weekend game rentals with friends and family 🍿 The unforgettable atmosphere of the video store era Whether you grew up renting games every weekend or you're curious about what gaming was like before digital downloads, this episode is packed with nostalgia, great stories, and plenty of laughs along the way 🍻 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Full video available on YouTube 🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #thegoodolddaysofgaming #videostore #blockbuster #retrogaming #nostalgia #gamingmemories #videostoreexperience #podcast Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 43: The Good Old Days of Gaming: The Video Store Experience 🎮

  2. Jun 30

    Episode 42: 3 Resident Evil games you NEED to play

    Shawn (@thatmarinokid), Piel (Beer Guy), Platinum J (@PlatinumJ), and Olive (@thatgamerolive) gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 42 as they dive into one of gaming's most legendary horror franchises! 🍺🎮 In this episode, Resident Evil expert Platinum J takes the lead, giving us a crash course on the history of the series before revealing the 3 Resident Evil games that every gamer needs to play 👀 PJ explains what makes each of these entries so special, how they helped shape the survival horror genre, and why they stand above the rest. Along the way, the rest of the crew reacts, asks questions and debates what makes the perfect Resident Evil game 😄 🧟 Resident Evil 1 Remake 🏝️ Resident Evil 9 🪓 Resident Evil 4 Remake (Top recommended)  The discussion doesn't stop there! PJ also reveals his honourable mentions, including Resident Evil 2, Resident Evil 7, and Resident Evil Village (Resident Evil 8), before giving his brutally honest opinion on which entry he believes is the weakest in the franchise... and yes, Resident Evil 6 takes the hit 😂 Whether you're a longtime Resident Evil fan or someone looking to jump into the series for the very first time, this episode is packed with recommendations, fun discussions, and plenty of laughs along the way 🍻 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Full video available on YouTube 🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music 🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #residentevil #residentevil4remake #residentevil1remake #residentevil9 #survivalhorror #capcom #gamestoplay #podcast  Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 42: 3 Resident Evil games you NEED to play

  3. Jun 16

    Episode 41: 3 Indie Games You NEED to Play

    Shawn, Piel the Beer Guy, Gee (Gee-nius), and Gab the Pretty Cowboy gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 41 as we bring back another edition of our Games to Play segment! 🍺🎮 In this episode, indie gaming enthusiast Gee-nius takes the lead and shares 3 indie games that left a lasting impression on him and that he believes every gamer should consider experiencing 👀 Gee breaks down what makes each of these games special, how they stand out from the crowd, and why they showcase some of the very best that indie gaming has to offer. Along the way, the rest of the crew reacts, asks questions, shares their own thoughts, and discusses what truly defines a great indie game 😄 🎮 Hyper Light Drifter  ⚔️ Transistor  🚀 No Man's Sky From mysterious worlds filled with atmosphere and discovery to unforgettable stories, unique gameplay mechanics, and massive adventures created outside the traditional AAA space, this episode highlights just how creative and impactful indie games can be. As always, the conversation naturally branches into memorable moments, personal experiences, gaming recommendations, and plenty of laughs along the way 🍻 🍻 Whether you're already a fan of indie games or looking to discover something different from the usual blockbuster releases, this episode is packed with recommendations that deserve a spot on your backlog! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  📺 Full video available on YouTube  🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers!  🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #indiegames #hyperlightdrifter #transistor #nomanssky #indiegaming #gamestoplay #podcast #videogames Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 41: 3 Indie Games You NEED to Play

  4. Jun 2

    Episode 40: 3 Stealth Games you NEED to Play

    Shawn, Platinum J, Olive, and Shane gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 40 as we bring back another edition of our Games to Play segment! 🍺🎮 In this episode, stealth gaming expert Platinum J takes the lead and shares 3 must-play stealth experiences that every gamer should have on their radar 👀 PJ breaks down what makes each game special, how they approach stealth differently, and why they stand out as some of the best the genre has to offer. Along the way, the rest of the crew reacts, asks questions, shares their own experiences, and debates what makes a great stealth game 😄 🎮 Hitman: World of Assassination 🪖 Ghost Recon Wildlands & Ghost Recon Breakpoint 🕶️ Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory From carefully planned assassinations and tactical military operations to classic stealth missions in the shadows, this episode explores a variety of ways to play smart, stay hidden, and complete the objective. As always, the conversation naturally branches into memorable moments, favorite mechanics, personal stories, and plenty of laughs along the way 🍻 🍻 Whether you're a longtime stealth fan or someone looking for your next great game, this episode is packed with recommendations that deserve a spot on your backlog! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Full video available on YouTube 🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #stealthgames #hitmanworldofassassination #hitman #ghostrecon #ghostreconwildlands #ghostreconbreakpoint #splintercell #splintercellchaostheory #gamestoplay #podcast  Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 40: 3 Stealth Games you NEED to Play

  5. May 19

    Episode 39: Upcoming Game Releases 2026

    Shawn, Platinum J, Olive, and Shane gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 39 to talk about some of the biggest upcoming game releases we’ll all be watching over the next year! 🍺🎮 In this episode, each member of the crew takes turns bringing up a game they’re excited, curious, or cautiously optimistic about as we dive into what the future of gaming could look like 👀 From massive open worlds to long-awaited sequels and exciting remakes, the crew reacts to and discusses games like: 🎮 007 First Light  🚗 GTA6  🦖 Jurassic Park Survival  🧙 Fable Remake  🏎️ Star Wars Galactic Racer  🎭 Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy  ⚔️ Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynched  🐺 Marvel’s Wolverine As each game gets brought to the table, the conversation naturally branches into hype, concerns, memories tied to past entries, and what we’re hoping these upcoming releases deliver 😄 🍻 Whether you're counting the days for GTA6 or just looking for new games to keep an eye on, this episode is full of fun discussions and upcoming titles worth watching! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  📺 Full video available on YouTube  🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers!  🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #gamingpodcast #gta6 #007firstlight #fable #marvelswolverine #assassinscreedblackflag #starwarsgalacticracer #jurassicparksurvival #plaguetale Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 39: Upcoming Game Releases 2026

  6. May 5

    Episode 38: Player Profile - Olive 🫒

    Shawn, Gee, Piel the Beer Guy, and Olive gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 38, bringing back one of our favorite segments: Player Profile! 🍺🎮 In this episode, the spotlight is on Olive (@thatgamerolive) as she takes us through her gaming journey in the most fun way possible. 👀 With a series of multiple-choice questions, Olive challenges the crew to figure out the games and moments that shaped her as a gamer — while we debate, overthink, and try to read her reactions along the way 😄 Olive puts us to the test with questions like: 🎮 What game made me fall in love with gaming?  🛋️ What’s my favourite couch co-op?  🎮 Which Switch game had me in a choke hold?  👥 What’s my favourite team/squad game? From nostalgic picks to unexpected favorites, this episode is full of laughs, great guesses, and fun insights into Olive’s gaming history. 🍻 Whether you're playing along or just enjoying the chaos, this is Player Profile at its best!  🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts  📺 Full video available on YouTube  🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music  🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #playerprofile #gamingpodcast #thatgamerolive #gamingcommunity Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 38: Player Profile - Olive 🫒

  7. Apr 16

    Episode 37: 3 Horror Games You NEED to Play

    Shawn, Platinum J, Olive and Piel the beer guy gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 37, introducing a brand new segment: Games to Play! 🍺🎮 This new segment shines a spotlight on a specific genre each time, with one member leading the charge, and in this episode, Platinum J takes us deep into the world of horror gaming. 👀 PJ brings 3 of his top horror recommendations to the table: Outlast, Cronos, and Dead Space, breaking down what makes each of them worth playing. As he shares his experiences, the rest of the crew reacts in real-time, asking questions, learning about these games, and deciding whether they’ve got the courage to try them out themselves 😅 From tense moments to hilarious reactions, this episode is packed with laughs, curiosity, and some seriously interesting horror game insights. 🍻 Whether you're a horror fan or just horror-curious, this is one segment you don’t want to miss! 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts 📺 Full video available on YouTube 🔗 https://linktr.ee/gameversepub 👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share with your fellow gamers! 🎶 Special thanks to Angelica Jones for the intro (Crispy Bill) and outro (Let It Slide) music 🌐 https://angelicajones.ca #gameversepub #gaming #gamers #horrorgames #outlast #deadspace #gamingpodcast #cronos Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 37: 3 Horror Games You NEED to Play

  8. Apr 2

    Episode 36: Is Red Dead Redemption 2’s STORY What Makes It Unforgettable?

    Shawn, Shane (a.k.a. Arthur Morgan for the night 🤠), Olive, and newcomer Raph gather around the table at the GameVerse Pub for Episode 36, diving into the story and characters of Red Dead Redemption 2. 🎮🍺 As the second part of this two-episode series, the focus shifts to the Van der Linde gang — the personalities, relationships, and dynamics that drive the experience. From the bond between Arthur Morgan and Dutch to the rise and fall of the gang, the crew shares what makes this story so memorable. The conversation also explores the deeper themes woven throughout the game, touching on real and often harsh realities of the time — including racism, the treatment of Indigenous people, the changing role of women, and the decline of the outlaw era — and how these elements add weight to the narrative. 🎮 At GameVerse Pub, there’s a seat at the table for every kind of gamer.🎧 Available now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and more.⭐ Don’t forget to subscribe, share, and join the conversation: Is the story the reason you play RDR2? 🙏🏻 Special thanks to:🎵 Angelica Jones (Music intro – Crispy Bill | Music outro – Let it Slide) #GameVersePub #RedDeadRedemption2 #RDR2 #GamingPodcast #Gaming #Gamers #Podcast #Storytelling #RockstarGames Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub Thank you so much for listening!! Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

    Episode 36: Is Red Dead Redemption 2’s STORY What Makes It Unforgettable?
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GameVerse Pub, The Average Gamer's Gaming Podcast is where gaming meets good times. Join Shawn Marino and his crew of beer-loving, game-obsessed friends as they dive into video games, board games, and gaming culture, all while enjoying a few pints. Whether you’re here for thoughtful discussions, lighthearted banter, or some serious nostalgia, GameVerse Pub has a seat at the table for you. Please follow us on all our socials: https://linktr.ee/gameversepub

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