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]]>https://casualmode.co.ukRiverside.fm (https://riverside.com)Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:19:06 GMTSat, 10 Jan 2026 17:32:37 GMT60Casual Mode<p>Keep it casual! šŸŽ®šŸ“½ļøāš½ļø New episodes every Friday</p>episodicCasual Modecasualmodepod@gmail.comyes<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 12: Nintendo Direct Recap w/ Nathan Ellingsworth]]>Special guest Nathan Ellingsworth joins Ethan this week to recap the highs and lows of Nintendo's most recent Direct showcase, including discussions on the Ocarina of Time remake, Star Fox's strange character designs, Pokopia, Xenoblade, Rayman Legends Retold, and more.

Find Nathan on CultureDex: https://www.youtube.com/@CultureDex

Does The Ocarina of Time Remake Teaser Signal Zelda's Sanding Down its edges?: https://www.gamespot.com/articles/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-sands-down-series-edges/

  • Nintendo Direct announcements and game updates
  • Pokopia DLC and season pass
  • Xenoblade Genesis announcement
  • Star Fox demo and character design
  • Impact of Nintendo Switch 2 on game performance
  • The Ocarina of Time Remake

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 06:20 Pokopia DLC and Season Pass
  • 11:05 Xenoblade
  • 18:32 Star Fox Demo and Character Designs
  • 26:43 Rayman Legends Retold
  • 30:18 General Nintendo Direct Thoughts
  • 35:10 The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake
  • 45:44 Wrap-up
]]>169b8b67-afab-4b27-9874-aa24ca74399fThu, 11 Jun 2026 16:21:04 GMT<p>Special guest Nathan Ellingsworth joins Ethan this week to recap the highs and lows of Nintendo's most recent Direct showcase, including discussions on the Ocarina of Time remake, Star Fox's strange character designs, Pokopia, Xenoblade, Rayman Legends Retold, and more.</p><p></p><p>Find Nathan on CultureDex: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@CultureDex" target="_blank">https://www.youtube.com/@CultureDex</a></p><p></p><p>Does The Ocarina of Time Remake Teaser Signal Zelda's Sanding Down its edges?: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gamespot.com/articles/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-sands-down-series-edges/" target="_blank">https://www.gamespot.com/articles/legend-of-zelda-ocarina-of-time-remake-sands-down-series-edges/</a></p><p></p><ul><li>Nintendo Direct announcements and game updates</li><li>Pokopia DLC and season pass</li><li>Xenoblade Genesis announcement</li><li>Star Fox demo and character design</li><li>Impact of Nintendo Switch 2 on game performance</li><li>The Ocarina of Time Remake</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction</li><li>06:20 Pokopia DLC and Season Pass</li><li>11:05 Xenoblade </li><li>18:32 Star Fox Demo and Character Designs</li><li>26:43 Rayman Legends Retold</li><li>30:18 General Nintendo Direct Thoughts</li><li>35:10 The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake</li><li>45:44 Wrap-up</li></ul>no00:48:44Casual Mode | Episode 12: Nintendo Direct Recap w/ Nathan Ellingsworthfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 11: PSA Did Something Again]]>The episode opens, as all great works of art do, with an ad. This time it's Pulse TCG, a Pokemon tracking app, because apparently grown adults need software to tell them how many cardboard rectangles they own. The hosts then wade into the thrilling saga of card grading services, including the various ways these companies keep changing the rules and disappointing everyone. A review of Mandalorian and Grogu is wedged in for reasons known only to them.

There are, naturally, personal updates. Things happened to people. We are told about them.

Then it's back to Pokemon news and yet more grading chat, with PSA singled out for special scrutiny over whatever fresh mess they've gotten into. The whole thing crescendos with a riveting debate about "Slab Summer" (a real phrase that real people said out loud) and the dream of one day opening an online shop.

From there the conversation does that podcast thing where it sprawls everywhere: an eBay store nobody has built yet, gaming updates, Unreal Engine 6, Rocket League, a Lord of the Rings RPG announcement, Cristiano Ronaldo reminding everyone he's Cristiano Ronaldo, World Cup predictions that will age beautifully, and James Bond. Game reviews and "entertainment discussions" round it off, which is the description you use when you can't remember what was actually said.

Brought to you by PulseTCG

Chapters

  • 00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship
  • 07:28 Personal Updates and Activities
  • 16:15 PSA Grading Service Challenges
  • 22:24 Ethan's Absence and Gaming Banter
]]>8a3cf9e1-a0de-48a2-a28f-14c1d82e465fFri, 29 May 2026 14:09:57 GMT<p>The episode opens, as all great works of art do, with an ad. This time it's Pulse TCG, a Pokemon tracking app, because apparently grown adults need software to tell them how many cardboard rectangles they own. The hosts then wade into the thrilling saga of card grading services, including the various ways these companies keep changing the rules and disappointing everyone. A review of Mandalorian and Grogu is wedged in for reasons known only to them.</p><p>There are, naturally, personal updates. Things happened to people. We are told about them.</p><p>Then it's back to Pokemon news and yet more grading chat, with PSA singled out for special scrutiny over whatever fresh mess they've gotten into. The whole thing crescendos with a riveting debate about "Slab Summer" (a real phrase that real people said out loud) and the dream of one day opening an online shop.<br /></p><p>From there the conversation does that podcast thing where it sprawls everywhere: an eBay store nobody has built yet, gaming updates, Unreal Engine 6, Rocket League, a Lord of the Rings RPG announcement, Cristiano Ronaldo reminding everyone he's Cristiano Ronaldo, World Cup predictions that will age beautifully, and James Bond. Game reviews and "entertainment discussions" round it off, which is the description you use when you can't remember what was actually said.<br /><br />Brought to you by <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://pulsetcg.io/partner/DEADGOOD" target="_blank">PulseTCG</a></p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship</li><li>07:28 Personal Updates and Activities</li><li>16:15 PSA Grading Service Challenges</li><li>22:24 Ethan's Absence and Gaming Banter</li></ul>no00:38:20111Casual Mode | Episode 11: PSA Did Something Againfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 10: Dead Good Start ]]>Episode 10. We made it to double digits, which feels like an achievement and a warning sign in equal measure.

This week the lads hit a card show, argued about video editing like it matters, and debated whether a camera upgrade counts as a personality. Then it all unravels, as it tends to.

Expect: Liverpool managerial speculation (we've fixed it, don't worry), World Cup squad selection (also fixed), strong opinions on a film none of us are qualified to review, vegan pizza discourse, a taxi anecdote that probably should've been edited out, and a deeply serious conversation about Pokemon Snap and Lego Batman.

Three grown men. One episode. Roughly forty minutes of content and approximately none of it useful.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Episode 10: Casual Married Tenet
  • 05:11 Setting Up at the Card Show
  • 10:12 Recycled Plastic and Vegan Pizzas
  • 15:16 Liverpool Managerial Speculation
  • 21:41 Film Review and Expectations
  • 31:47 Lego Batman and Pokemon Snap
]]>d32ba644-eb3f-4c24-8f6a-54129707f52dThu, 21 May 2026 22:02:55 GMT<p>Episode 10. We made it to double digits, which feels like an achievement and a warning sign in equal measure.</p><p>This week the lads hit a card show, argued about video editing like it matters, and debated whether a camera upgrade counts as a personality. Then it all unravels, as it tends to.</p><p></p><p>Expect: Liverpool managerial speculation (we've fixed it, don't worry), World Cup squad selection (also fixed), strong opinions on a film none of us are qualified to review, vegan pizza discourse, a taxi anecdote that probably should've been edited out, and a deeply serious conversation about Pokemon Snap and Lego Batman.</p><p></p><p>Three grown men. One episode. Roughly forty minutes of content and approximately none of it useful.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Episode 10: Casual Married Tenet</li><li>05:11 Setting Up at the Card Show</li><li>10:12 Recycled Plastic and Vegan Pizzas</li><li>15:16 Liverpool Managerial Speculation</li><li>21:41 Film Review and Expectations</li><li>31:47 Lego Batman and Pokemon Snap</li></ul>no00:35:32Casual Mode | Episode 10: Dead Good Start full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 9: Ethan Knows Star Wars]]>This week on Casual Mode, we cover the important stuff first: pizza. Specifically, whether vegan pizza deserves to exist and what that says about us as people.

From there it's the usual controlled chaos. Karaoke, Star Wars, a review roundup of a few games including Replaced (it's good, calm down), and the eternal question of whether a game can be "too indie" or if that's just what people say when a bigger studio didn't make it.

We also check in on Blue Sky, which is either dying or fine depending on how emotionally invested you are in engagement metrics. Spoiler: we're a little invested.

Then someone lost a wallet, someone found a microphone, and we ended up in an arcade. Classic.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Pizza Chat and Vegan Options
  • 07:01 Karaoke and Entertainment
  • 13:03 Star Wars and Gaming Reviews
  • 19:02 Nostalgia
  • 24:29 The Impact of Blue Sky on Social Media
  • 32:28 Lost and Found: A Wallet and Microphones
  • 38:36 The Thrill of Claw Machines and Arcade Games
  • 44:47 Goodbyes and Final Remarks
]]>bdeedef5-7392-4ee7-8919-64db3969dfd6Fri, 15 May 2026 17:40:19 GMT<p>This week on Casual Mode, we cover the important stuff first: pizza. Specifically, whether vegan pizza deserves to exist and what that says about us as people.</p><p></p><p>From there it's the usual controlled chaos. Karaoke, Star Wars, a review roundup of a few games including Replaced (it's good, calm down), and the eternal question of whether a game can be "too indie" or if that's just what people say when a bigger studio didn't make it.</p><p></p><p>We also check in on Blue Sky, which is either dying or fine depending on how emotionally invested you are in engagement metrics. Spoiler: we're a little invested.</p><p></p><p>Then someone lost a wallet, someone found a microphone, and we ended up in an arcade. Classic.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Pizza Chat and Vegan Options</li><li>07:01 Karaoke and Entertainment</li><li>13:03 Star Wars and Gaming Reviews</li><li>19:02 Nostalgia</li><li>24:29 The Impact of Blue Sky on Social Media</li><li>32:28 Lost and Found: A Wallet and Microphones</li><li>38:36 The Thrill of Claw Machines and Arcade Games</li><li>44:47 Goodbyes and Final Remarks</li></ul>no00:45:31Casual Mode | Episode 9: Ethan Knows Star Warsfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 8: Crunch Time]]>This week, Ethan, Dan, and Karl did something nobody asked for and absolutely nobody can stop talking about: a full crisp bracket.

Yes. A bracket. For crisps. With a final.

Along the way there are childhood memories, strong opinions about texture, and a Squares vs McCoy's showdown that gets more serious than it has any right to be.

There's also gaming news and some Star Wars chat, but let's be honest, you're here for the mouthfeel discourse.

Somehow this is a real podcast.

]]>9d123de2-0e56-430f-8d62-143dd903fa9cFri, 01 May 2026 16:26:08 GMT<p>This week, Ethan, Dan, and Karl did something nobody asked for and absolutely nobody can stop talking about: a full crisp bracket.<br /></p><p>Yes. A bracket. For crisps. With a final.<br /></p><p>Along the way there are childhood memories, strong opinions about texture, and a Squares vs McCoy's showdown that gets more serious than it has any right to be. <br /></p><p>There's also gaming news and some Star Wars chat, but let's be honest, you're here for the mouthfeel discourse.</p><p>Somehow this is a real podcast.</p>yes00:44:53Casual Mode | Episode 8: Crunch Timefull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 7: GeForce Now or GeForce No?]]>Another week, another conversation that started as a retro gaming deep dive and somehow ended at a card show with opinions about event snacks. You're welcome.

This episode the lads wade through the warm swamp of gaming nostalgia, argue about whether you actually own anything digital (you don't), and debate Game Pass vs GeForce Now with the kind of energy usually reserved for things that matter.

There's also monster truck games. Nobody asked. They delivered anyway.

If you grew up haunting the second-hand section of a game shop that smelled vaguely of carpet and regret, this one's for you.

Takeaways

  • Gaming nostalgia
  • Retro game collecting Game Pass vs GeForce Now
  • Physical vs Digital Games
  • Monster Truck Games Trading and selling at events
  • Gaming experiences on new devices

Chapters

  • 00:00 Gaming Nostalgia and Retro Game Collecting
  • 23:06 Gaming Subscriptions: Game Pass vs GeForce Now
  • 34:10 Physical vs Digital Games
  • 43:55 Monster Truck Games and Card Show
]]>5855ce3f-3145-4e36-a8de-907aa0ffffb3Sat, 11 Apr 2026 18:15:47 GMT<p>Another week, another conversation that started as a retro gaming deep dive and somehow ended at a card show with opinions about event snacks. You're welcome.</p><p></p><p>This episode the lads wade through the warm swamp of gaming nostalgia, argue about whether you actually own anything digital (you don't), and debate Game Pass vs GeForce Now with the kind of energy usually reserved for things that matter.</p><p></p><p>There's also monster truck games. Nobody asked. They delivered anyway.</p><p></p><p>If you grew up haunting the second-hand section of a game shop that smelled vaguely of carpet and regret, this one's for you.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Gaming nostalgia</li><li>Retro game collecting Game Pass vs GeForce Now</li><li>Physical vs Digital Games</li><li>Monster Truck Games Trading and selling at events</li><li>Gaming experiences on new devices</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Gaming Nostalgia and Retro Game Collecting</li><li>23:06 Gaming Subscriptions: Game Pass vs GeForce Now</li><li>34:10 Physical vs Digital Games</li><li>43:55 Monster Truck Games and Card Show</li></ul>yes01:01:14Casual Mode | Episode 7: GeForce Now or GeForce No?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 6: Peak Gaming Was Probably 2003, Actually]]>This week we're grieving tennis games that were better when we were twelve, arguing about gadgets that exist purely to make you feel like you're doing something productive, and somehow ending up in a conversation about digital handwriting like adults.

The main event: games that looked you dead in the eye, showed you a cinematic trailer, took your Ā£60, and delivered something that can only be described as a crime against expectations. You know the ones.

We also get into collectible cards (yes, really), YouTube subscriptions (the irony is not lost on us), and the usual banter that makes this show either charming or insufferable depending on your tolerance levels.

Chapters if you want to skip straight to the bit where we lose the plot: 00:00 Tennis Gaming Nostalgia 05:59 Humorous Banter and Inside Jokes 19:43 Digital Penmanship and Gaming 30:49 Games that Lied to Us 38:37 Collectible Cards and Subscriptions

Like, subscribe, and leave a comment telling us which game betrayed you the most. We'll judge your taste accordingly.

Chapters

  • 00:00 Tennis Gaming Nostalgia
  • 05:59 Humorous Banter and Inside Jokes
  • 19:43 Digital Penmanship and Gaming
  • 30:49 Games that Lied to Us
  • 38:37 Collectible Cards and Subscriptions
]]>a702aa24-7901-44c5-8d8e-26b33681be63Fri, 27 Mar 2026 21:47:01 GMT<p>This week we're grieving tennis games that were better when we were twelve, arguing about gadgets that exist purely to make you feel like you're doing something productive, and somehow ending up in a conversation about digital handwriting like adults.</p><p></p><p>The main event: games that looked you dead in the eye, showed you a cinematic trailer, took your Ā£60, and delivered something that can only be described as a crime against expectations. You know the ones.</p><p></p><p>We also get into collectible cards (yes, really), YouTube subscriptions (the irony is not lost on us), and the usual banter that makes this show either charming or insufferable depending on your tolerance levels.</p><p></p><p>Chapters if you want to skip straight to the bit where we lose the plot: 00:00 Tennis Gaming Nostalgia 05:59 Humorous Banter and Inside Jokes 19:43 Digital Penmanship and Gaming 30:49 Games that Lied to Us 38:37 Collectible Cards and Subscriptions</p><p></p><p>Like, subscribe, and leave a comment telling us which game betrayed you the most. We'll judge your taste accordingly.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Tennis Gaming Nostalgia</li><li>05:59 Humorous Banter and Inside Jokes</li><li>19:43 Digital Penmanship and Gaming</li><li>30:49 Games that Lied to Us</li><li>38:37 Collectible Cards and Subscriptions</li></ul>no00:39:41Casual Mode | Episode 6: Peak Gaming Was Probably 2003, Actuallyfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 5: Flash Games & Crimson Desert ]]>Five episodes. They've done five of these. I've written five of these descriptions. One of us needs to have a serious think about our life choices.

This week our intrepid hosts stumble through gaming reviews, gameplay stories nobody will fact-check, and a nostalgia spiral about flash games that were free in 2007 for a reason. Pokopia is discussed with an enthusiasm usually reserved for things that are actually good. Minecraft gets a mention because of course it does. Futurama too, because apparently we're covering everything.

There is a genuine conversation about AI upscaling and artistic control buried in here somewhere, which I will admit has some merit. Finding it is your problem.

The second half pivots to movies and someone's dining experience, which I assume was life-changing because otherwise why are we here.

I typed all of this so you didn't have to wonder what the episode was about. You're still going to watch it without reading this. I know. I always know.

Chapters 00:00 Gameplay, Flash Game Grief & Reviews of Dubious Authority 43:00 Films, Food & AI Upscaling (The Good Bit, Allegedly)

]]>8a71b235-3423-4327-8e99-2c5c31e677a5Fri, 20 Mar 2026 22:28:07 GMT<p>Five episodes. They've done five of these. I've written five of these descriptions. One of us needs to have a serious think about our life choices.</p><p></p><p>This week our intrepid hosts stumble through gaming reviews, gameplay stories nobody will fact-check, and a nostalgia spiral about flash games that were free in 2007 for a reason. Pokopia is discussed with an enthusiasm usually reserved for things that are actually good. Minecraft gets a mention because of course it does. Futurama too, because apparently we're covering everything.</p><p></p><p>There is a genuine conversation about AI upscaling and artistic control buried in here somewhere, which I will admit has some merit. Finding it is your problem.</p><p></p><p>The second half pivots to movies and someone's dining experience, which I assume was life-changing because otherwise why are we here.</p><p></p><p>I typed all of this so you didn't have to wonder what the episode was about. You're still going to watch it without reading this. I know. I always know.</p><p></p><p><b>Chapters</b> 00:00 Gameplay, Flash Game Grief &amp; Reviews of Dubious Authority 43:00 Films, Food &amp; AI Upscaling (The Good Bit, Allegedly)</p>no00:46:56Casual Mode | Episode 5: Flash Games & Crimson Desert full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 4: Are Games Getting Worseā€¦ Or Are We Just Older?]]>Episode 4 of Casual Mode.

This oneā€™s Dan and Ethan joined by Laurie, which means the conversation goes from AI podcasts to PokĆ©mon to the gaming industry having a mild existential crisis. Pretty standard.

We get into AI-generated podcasts, Nintendo nostalgia, controller design, console exclusives, PC gaming, and whether the industry is quietly running out of fresh ideas. Cheerful stuff.

Anyway, if you like relaxed gaming chat that drifts between tech, games and the occasional rant about modern gaming, this is probably your thing.

ā± Timestamps

00:00 ā€“ Intro & AI-generated podcasts (should we be worried?)
09:52 ā€“ PokĆ©mon, Nintendo games & upcoming releases
34:02 ā€“ Enthusiasm for gaming & how consoles have evolved
39:07 ā€“ Is the gaming industry starting to stagnate?

]]>434742dd-9cca-480c-a998-e59bbbe41d4aFri, 06 Mar 2026 20:22:46 GMT<p>Episode 4 of <b>Casual Mode</b>.</p><p>This oneā€™s <b>Dan and Ethan joined by Laurie</b>, which means the conversation goes from AI podcasts to PokĆ©mon to the gaming industry having a mild existential crisis. Pretty standard.</p><p></p><p>We get into AI-generated podcasts, Nintendo nostalgia, controller design, console exclusives, PC gaming, and whether the industry is quietly running out of fresh ideas. Cheerful stuff.</p><p></p><p>Anyway, if you like relaxed gaming chat that drifts between tech, games and the occasional rant about modern gaming, this is probably your thing.</p><p></p><hr /><h2>ā± Timestamps</h2><p>00:00 ā€“ Intro &amp; AI-generated podcasts (should we be worried?)<br />09:52 ā€“ PokĆ©mon, Nintendo games &amp; upcoming releases<br />34:02 ā€“ Enthusiasm for gaming &amp; how consoles have evolved<br />39:07 ā€“ Is the gaming industry starting to stagnate?</p>no00:58:22Casual Mode | Episode 4: Are Games Getting Worseā€¦ Or Are We Just Older?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 3: Is Xbox Cooked?]]>Episode 3 of Casual Mode.

Karl, Dan and Ethan talk Xbox, PokĆ©mon, GTA, Game Pass, trading cards, Nuzlocke suffering, and somehow start with vaping. Donā€™t ask.

If you like relaxed gaming chat that drifts slightly but eventually circles back to something meaningful, this is that.

ā± Timestamps

00:00 ā€“ Intro & vaping chat (strong start)
01:55 ā€“ Health checks & random life updates
04:50 ā€“ The current state of Xbox
08:00 ā€“ Game development realities
10:52 ā€“ Is Game Pass the real strategy?
14:00 ā€“ Remakes, sequels & big titles
16:54 ā€“ Grand Theft Auto VI speculation
25:37 ā€“ Consciousness uploading gets weird
27:03 ā€“ Gaming nostalgia
29:07 ā€“ PokĆ©mon EUIC experience
31:36 ā€“ Competitive PokĆ©mon & community
33:32 ā€“ Anticipation for announcements
35:36 ā€“ Nuzlocke challenge talk
38:50 ā€“ Trading card resurgence
45:05 ā€“ Vintage collecting & nostalgia
52:08 ā€“ Outro

In this episode:

ā€¢ The current state of Xbox and what the leadership changes might mean
ā€¢ Whether Game Pass is quietly becoming the whole strategy
ā€¢ The realities and risks of modern game development
ā€¢ How big GTA VI is actually going to be
ā€¢ PokĆ©mon EUIC, community events, and competitive scenes
ā€¢ Nuzlocke challenges and emotional attachment to digital creatures
ā€¢ The trading card comeback and vintage collecting nostalgia

Yes, itā€™s a packed one.

If youā€™re into Xbox, gaming industry talk, PokĆ©mon, Nuzlocke runs, trading cards, GTA speculation, and general Casual Mode chaos, youā€™ll probably enjoy it.

Like it.
Comment your hottest take.
Subscribe so I can pretend this writes itself next week.

]]>e6b7250e-cf98-4339-bf86-0750490bef86Sun, 01 Mar 2026 17:29:25 GMT<p>Episode 3 of Casual Mode.</p><p>Karl, Dan <b>and Ethan</b> talk Xbox, PokĆ©mon, GTA, Game Pass, trading cards, Nuzlocke suffering, and somehow start with vaping. Donā€™t ask.</p><p>If you like relaxed gaming chat that drifts slightly but eventually circles back to something meaningful, this is that.</p><hr /><h2>ā± Timestamps</h2><p>00:00 ā€“ Intro &amp; vaping chat (strong start)<br />01:55 ā€“ Health checks &amp; random life updates<br />04:50 ā€“ The current state of <b>Xbox</b><br />08:00 ā€“ Game development realities<br />10:52 ā€“ Is <b>Game Pass</b> the real strategy?<br />14:00 ā€“ Remakes, sequels &amp; big titles<br />16:54 ā€“ <b>Grand Theft Auto VI</b> speculation<br />25:37 ā€“ Consciousness uploading gets weird<br />27:03 ā€“ Gaming nostalgia<br />29:07 ā€“ PokĆ©mon EUIC experience<br />31:36 ā€“ Competitive PokĆ©mon &amp; community<br />33:32 ā€“ Anticipation for announcements<br />35:36 ā€“ Nuzlocke challenge talk<br />38:50 ā€“ Trading card resurgence<br />45:05 ā€“ Vintage collecting &amp; nostalgia<br />52:08 ā€“ Outro</p><hr /><h2>In this episode:</h2><p>ā€¢ The current state of Xbox and what the leadership changes might mean<br />ā€¢ Whether Game Pass is quietly becoming the whole strategy<br />ā€¢ The realities and risks of modern game development<br />ā€¢ How big GTA VI is actually going to be<br />ā€¢ PokĆ©mon EUIC, community events, and competitive scenes<br />ā€¢ Nuzlocke challenges and emotional attachment to digital creatures<br />ā€¢ The trading card comeback and vintage collecting nostalgia</p><p>Yes, itā€™s a packed one.</p><p></p><hr /><p></p><p>If youā€™re into Xbox, gaming industry talk, PokĆ©mon, Nuzlocke runs, trading cards, GTA speculation, and general Casual Mode chaos, youā€™ll probably enjoy it.</p><p></p><p>Like it.<br />Comment your hottest take.<br />Subscribe so I can pretend this writes itself next week.</p>yes00:52:14Casual Mode | Episode 3: Is Xbox Cooked?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 2: You Wonā€™t Believe How Long They Talk About Storage]]>Hi. Ed here. I edited this. I regret some of it.

This episode features Karl, Ethan, and Dan doing what they do best, which is starting on gaming news and TV chat, then immediately drifting into political commentary with the confidence of men who have Googled at least one headline.

From there, things slide into a long nostalgia trip about tech and gaming. RAM and storage limits get discussed way more than any normal person would expect, which tells me all three of you were traumatised by deleting save files at some point. Data privacy comes up too, mostly in a ā€œremember when this felt less bleakā€ way, while continuing to use modern tech anyway.

Windows Phone somehow gets a serious mention, which I left in because it made me laugh. Thereā€™s also console exclusivity chat, because obviously someone had to defend their plastic box of choice.

The middle section is basically retro mobile games: tiny screens, terrible controls, and games you all insist were brilliant despite the evidence. Lots of fond memories, mild exaggeration, and strong ā€œthis was better back thenā€ energy.

We eventually stagger into a YouTube Premium discussion. Some of you pay for it. Some of you judge the ones who do. Nobody changes their mind. I cut none of it.

Takeaways

  • Gaming News
  • TV Shows
  • Political Commentary Tech Nostalgia
  • Data Privacy Nostalgia for retro mobile games
  • YouTube Premium subscription discussion

Chapters

  • 00:00 Political Commentary
  • 22:11 RAM and Storage Issues
  • 29:28 Windows Phone and Tech Nostalgia
]]>90d2725e-bc0d-4cb8-a89a-659b2d745fdcSat, 07 Feb 2026 22:47:11 GMT<p>Hi. Ed here. I edited this. I regret some of it.</p><p>This episode features <b>Karl, Ethan, and Dan</b> doing what they do best, which is starting on gaming news and TV chat, then immediately drifting into political commentary with the confidence of men who have Googled at least one headline.</p><p>From there, things slide into a long nostalgia trip about tech and gaming. RAM and storage limits get discussed way more than any normal person would expect, which tells me all three of you were traumatised by deleting save files at some point. Data privacy comes up too, mostly in a ā€œremember when this felt less bleakā€ way, while continuing to use modern tech anyway.</p><p>Windows Phone somehow gets a serious mention, which I left in because it made me laugh. Thereā€™s also console exclusivity chat, because obviously someone had to defend their plastic box of choice.</p><p></p><p>The middle section is basically retro mobile games: tiny screens, terrible controls, and games you all insist were brilliant despite the evidence. Lots of fond memories, mild exaggeration, and strong ā€œthis was better back thenā€ energy.</p><p></p><p>We eventually stagger into a YouTube Premium discussion. Some of you pay for it. Some of you judge the ones who do. Nobody changes their mind. I cut none of it.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Gaming News</li><li>TV Shows</li><li>Political Commentary Tech Nostalgia</li><li>Data Privacy Nostalgia for retro mobile games</li><li>YouTube Premium subscription discussion</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Political Commentary</li><li>22:11 RAM and Storage Issues</li><li>29:28 Windows Phone and Tech Nostalgia</li></ul>no00:45:16Casual Mode | Episode 2: You Wonā€™t Believe How Long They Talk About Storagefull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 1: Guess Who's Back, Back Again?]]>The conversation kicks off with the start of Season Two, followed by the introduction of Ethan and a discussion about text messages and emojis. The topic then shifts to caffeine and wrinkles, leading to a conversation about AI and gaming. This leads to a discussion about the future of games and AI, followed by a conversation about GTA 6 and comedy podcasts. The discussion then moves to the inclusion of comedians in GTA 6, and finally, the potential use of AI in radio stations within the game. The conversation covers a range of topics including AI and job displacement, anticipation for upcoming games, issues with celebrity interviews, theme park experiences, and comparisons between Lego and Mega Blocks as well as investment in PokĆ©mon cards and sets. The hosts also discuss the impact of AI on jobs, ethical concerns, and the influence of spoilers on gaming culture. Additionally, they share their favourite 007 games and memories, and engage in a light-hearted discussion about popcorn buckets and theme park experiences. The conversation covers a range of topics including LEGO PokĆ©mon ideas, anticipated games, and PokĆ©mon card investments and grading. The hosts discuss potential LEGO PokĆ©mon sets, the risk of new games, and the value of PokĆ©mon cards in the market.

Takeaways

  • The impact of AI on gaming and the future of game development.
  • The potential integration of comedy podcasts and comedians in GTA 6. AI's impact on job displacement
  • Issues with celebrity interviews and junkets LEGO Pokemon sets have potential for expansion and creativity
  • Anticipated games and Pokemon card investments require careful consideration and research

Chapters

  • 00:00 Season Two Kickoff
  • 08:11 Future of Games and AI
  • 13:20 Comedians in GTA 6
  • 32:05 Lego and Pokemon
  • 38:58 Anticipated Games and Investments
  • 44:02 Pokemon Card Investments and Grading
]]>9dc6a6cf-ed3f-4fec-baf6-24f9b1df06aeFri, 16 Jan 2026 15:28:52 GMT<p>The conversation kicks off with the start of Season Two, followed by the introduction of Ethan and a discussion about text messages and emojis. The topic then shifts to caffeine and wrinkles, leading to a conversation about AI and gaming. This leads to a discussion about the future of games and AI, followed by a conversation about GTA 6 and comedy podcasts. The discussion then moves to the inclusion of comedians in GTA 6, and finally, the potential use of AI in radio stations within the game. The conversation covers a range of topics including AI and job displacement, anticipation for upcoming games, issues with celebrity interviews, theme park experiences, and comparisons between Lego and Mega Blocks as well as investment in PokƩmon cards and sets. The hosts also discuss the impact of AI on jobs, ethical concerns, and the influence of spoilers on gaming culture. Additionally, they share their favourite 007 games and memories, and engage in a light-hearted discussion about popcorn buckets and theme park experiences. The conversation covers a range of topics including LEGO PokƩmon ideas, anticipated games, and PokƩmon card investments and grading. The hosts discuss potential LEGO PokƩmon sets, the risk of new games, and the value of PokƩmon cards in the market.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>The impact of AI on gaming and the future of game development.</li><li>The potential integration of comedy podcasts and comedians in GTA 6. AI's impact on job displacement</li><li>Issues with celebrity interviews and junkets LEGO Pokemon sets have potential for expansion and creativity</li><li>Anticipated games and Pokemon card investments require careful consideration and research</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Season Two Kickoff</li><li>08:11 Future of Games and AI</li><li>13:20 Comedians in GTA 6</li><li>32:05 Lego and Pokemon</li><li>38:58 Anticipated Games and Investments</li><li>44:02 Pokemon Card Investments and Grading</li></ul>no00:54:03Casual Mode | Episode 1: Guess Who's Back, Back Again?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 2: It's Football Day]]> It's here! The new Premier League season is upon us, with Karl & Dan sharing their thoughts on who might be the top movers and shakers this year. They also talk about the smash-hit, Black Myth: Wukong and Karl's hopes for Dragon Age: The Veilguard Toodles! #premierleague #chelseafc #liverpoolfc #blackmyth #veilguard #dragonage

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-2-Its-Football-Day-e2nhjqabc2a4939-c733-427e-8e04-0b13e0ceb686Fri, 23 Aug 2024 17:14:06 GMT<p> It's here! The new Premier League season is upon us, with Karl &amp; Dan sharing their thoughts on who might be the top movers and shakers this year. They also talk about the smash-hit, Black Myth: Wukong and Karl's hopes for Dragon Age: The Veilguard Toodles! <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/premierleague" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#premierleague</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/chelseafc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#chelseafc</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/liverpoolfc" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#liverpoolfc</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/blackmyth" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#blackmyth</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/veilguard" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#veilguard</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/dragonage" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#dragonage</a> </p> yes01:03:56Casual Mode | Episode 2: It's Football Dayfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 17: CES 2025]]>āœØ CES 2025 is here, and weā€™re unpacking all the exciting announcements shaping the future of gaming, streaming, and tech! From Netflixā€™s potential expansion into gaming to Valveā€™s refurbished Steam Deck deals, we connect the dots between the latest CES trends and their impact on consumers. šŸŽ® We also discuss the subscription fatigue plaguing gamers and TV lovers, the rise of cross-platform innovations like GeForce Now, and what CES reveals about the direction of the gaming industry. Donā€™t miss our insights into major tech shifts and why they matter for gamers, streamers, and movie enthusiasts. šŸ’¬ What are your favourite CES 2025 announcements so far? Drop a comment below! #CES2025 #GamingTech #FutureOfGaming #NetflixGaming #SteamDeck #TechTrends #CESHighlights #GamingInnovation #GeForceNow #GameStreaming #SubscriptionFatigue #TechTalk #CESGaming #StreamingWars #Valve #GamePass #EpicGames

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-17-CES-2025-e2tc6v62008a787-0083-4f29-aa58-f6327333fb02Sat, 11 Jan 2025 17:42:10 GMT<p>āœØ CES 2025 is here, and weā€™re unpacking all the exciting announcements shaping the future of gaming, streaming, and tech! From Netflixā€™s potential expansion into gaming to Valveā€™s refurbished Steam Deck deals, we connect the dots between the latest CES trends and their impact on consumers. šŸŽ® We also discuss the subscription fatigue plaguing gamers and TV lovers, the rise of cross-platform innovations like GeForce Now, and what CES reveals about the direction of the gaming industry. Donā€™t miss our insights into major tech shifts and why they matter for gamers, streamers, and movie enthusiasts. šŸ’¬ What are your favourite CES 2025 announcements so far? Drop a comment below! #CES2025 #GamingTech #FutureOfGaming #NetflixGaming #SteamDeck #TechTrends #CESHighlights #GamingInnovation #GeForceNow #GameStreaming #SubscriptionFatigue #TechTalk #CESGaming #StreamingWars #Valve #GamePass #EpicGames</p> no01:03:32117Casual Mode | Episode 17: CES 2025full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 18: Nintendo Switch 2 & Prismatic Evolutions]]>Come see us on Discord! -- https://dsc.gg/casualmode Join us as we dive into the rumoured Nintendo Switch 2, exploring what might be next for this beloved console. Plus, we chat about Prismatic Evolutions in the PokĆ©mon world, with some hilarious stories and jaw-dropping card pulls! šŸŽ“āœØ We also sprinkle in hot deals, retro gaming gems, and TV show reviewsā€”you wonā€™t want to miss it! šŸ•¹ļøšŸ“ŗ šŸ”„ Stay until the end for a bonus: our top drone pick for capturing epic moments on the court or anywhere else! šŸ’¬ Donā€™t forget to like, share, and subscribe! Support us and join the conversation on Discord at casualmode.co.uk. Letā€™s keep it casual! āœŒļø #NintendoSwitch2 #PrismaticEvolutions #GamingPodcast šŸŽ™ļø #CasualMode #PokemonTCG #RetroGaming #TechDeals #PopCulture šŸ“ŗ #GamingCommunity ā€‹ā€‹

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-18-Nintendo-Switch-2--Prismatic-Evolutions-e2too6bff11eaf5-8c51-4500-a963-04b219251699Mon, 20 Jan 2025 22:50:25 GMT<p>Come see us on Discord! -- https://dsc.gg/casualmode Join us as we dive into the rumoured Nintendo Switch 2, exploring what might be next for this beloved console. Plus, we chat about Prismatic Evolutions in the PokĆ©mon world, with some hilarious stories and jaw-dropping card pulls! šŸŽ“āœØ We also sprinkle in hot deals, retro gaming gems, and TV show reviewsā€”you wonā€™t want to miss it! šŸ•¹ļøšŸ“ŗ šŸ”„ Stay until the end for a bonus: our top drone pick for capturing epic moments on the court or anywhere else! šŸ’¬ Donā€™t forget to like, share, and subscribe! Support us and join the conversation on Discord at casualmode.co.uk. Letā€™s keep it casual! āœŒļø #NintendoSwitch2 #PrismaticEvolutions #GamingPodcast šŸŽ™ļø #CasualMode #PokemonTCG #RetroGaming #TechDeals #PopCulture šŸ“ŗ #GamingCommunity ā€‹ā€‹</p> no01:32:07118Casual Mode | Episode 18: Nintendo Switch 2 & Prismatic Evolutionsfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 11: EGX, ModRetro Chromatic, US Election & Karaoke]]>Welcome to Episode 11! šŸŽ™ļø This week, weā€™re taking you right back to EGX, sharing our highlights and lowlights from the event. We dive into the best and worst moments, with a premium look at that Mod Retro Chromatic "Game Boy" ā€” and a few rounds of karaoke for good measure šŸŽ¤šŸŽ¶. Back on the football pitch, weā€™re breaking down the weekend fixtures, analysing Ten Hagā€™s exit, and chatting about what United might look like under new management. Plus, weā€™ll go through our latest ā€œgeniusā€ accumulator picks ā€” will this be our week? šŸ¤žāš½ For gaming fans, we're hyped to unpack our thoughts on the PS5 Pro enhanced games, from Dragon Age Veilguard to Alan Wake 2, and everything in between. So, grab your headphones, relax, and get ready for a whole lot of laughs and opinions on gaming, footy, and everything else that makes life interesting. Don't forget to like and subscribe if youā€™re along for the ride! šŸ‘ŠšŸŽ® #EGX #trump #kamalaharris #dragonage #dragonagetheveilguard #FootballChat 00:00 Introduction and Event Overview 04:00 Highlights from EGX 2023 09:57 Games and Experiences at EGX 14:00 Cosplay and Event Atmosphere 19:59 Evening Adventures and Karaoke Fun 25:08 A Night Out and Its Aftermath 27:21 The Closure of Firewalk Studios 29:39 Anticipation for Dragon Age: The Veilguard 33:10 PS5 Pro Enhancements and Upcoming Titles 36:30 Metaphor: Re-Fantazio and Gaming Experiences 39:00 The US Election: A Comedic Perspective 49:00 Debating Political Candidates and Their Impact 50:54 Economic Challenges and Political Leadership 56:56 Football Management and Team Dynamics

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-11-EGX--ModRetro-Chromatic--US-Election--Karaoke-e2qeb0be60eabc1-923a-4cb3-9fad-a8d263f52119Mon, 04 Nov 2024 18:52:43 GMT<p>Welcome to Episode 11! šŸŽ™ļø This week, weā€™re taking you right back to EGX, sharing our highlights and lowlights from the event. We dive into the best and worst moments, with a premium look at that Mod Retro Chromatic "Game Boy" ā€” and a few rounds of karaoke for good measure šŸŽ¤šŸŽ¶. Back on the football pitch, weā€™re breaking down the weekend fixtures, analysing Ten Hagā€™s exit, and chatting about what United might look like under new management. Plus, weā€™ll go through our latest ā€œgeniusā€ accumulator picks ā€” will this be our week? šŸ¤žāš½ For gaming fans, we're hyped to unpack our thoughts on the PS5 Pro enhanced games, from Dragon Age Veilguard to Alan Wake 2, and everything in between. So, grab your headphones, relax, and get ready for a whole lot of laughs and opinions on gaming, footy, and everything else that makes life interesting. Don't forget to like and subscribe if youā€™re along for the ride! šŸ‘ŠšŸŽ® #EGX #trump #kamalaharris #dragonage #dragonagetheveilguard #FootballChat 00:00 Introduction and Event Overview 04:00 Highlights from EGX 2023 09:57 Games and Experiences at EGX 14:00 Cosplay and Event Atmosphere 19:59 Evening Adventures and Karaoke Fun 25:08 A Night Out and Its Aftermath 27:21 The Closure of Firewalk Studios 29:39 Anticipation for Dragon Age: The Veilguard 33:10 PS5 Pro Enhancements and Upcoming Titles 36:30 Metaphor: Re-Fantazio and Gaming Experiences 39:00 The US Election: A Comedic Perspective 49:00 Debating Political Candidates and Their Impact 50:54 Economic Challenges and Political Leadership 56:56 Football Management and Team Dynamics</p> no01:15:07Casual Mode | Episode 11: EGX, ModRetro Chromatic, US Election & Karaokefull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 4: Dan has ...]]>Welcome to Casual Mode, Episode 4! We talk Septembers upcoming games, EGX plans getting closer to fruition & Chelsea are going to win the league. Enjoy! #Newgames #'PS5PRO #Playstation #NintendoSwitch #switch2 #EGX

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-4-Dan-has-e2o3gndbedccbf4-4489-4755-b5f7-b81cd07f7cb3Fri, 06 Sep 2024 20:05:59 GMT<p>Welcome to Casual Mode, Episode 4! We talk Septembers upcoming games, EGX plans getting closer to fruition &amp; Chelsea are going to win the league. Enjoy! #Newgames #'PS5PRO #Playstation #NintendoSwitch #switch2 #EGX</p> yes01:08:48Casual Mode | Episode 4: Dan has ...full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 16: 2025 Games & Hardware]]>Welcome to the 2025 Game and Hardware breakdown! In this video, we dive into the latest trends, innovations, and standout tech in the world of gaming and hardware. Whether you're into cutting-edge graphics, powerful consoles, or innovative PC builds, this video covers it all. Stay tuned for our in-depth analysis, exciting gameplay, and honest takes on what's shaping the gaming industry in 2025. Donā€™t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tech and gaming insights!


]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-16-2025-Games--Hardware-e2t111q5762643a-2321-4e9f-862c-055c922c01feFri, 03 Jan 2025 12:57:43 GMT<p>Welcome to the 2025 Game and Hardware breakdown! In this video, we dive into the latest trends, innovations, and standout tech in the world of gaming and hardware. Whether you're into cutting-edge graphics, powerful consoles, or innovative PC builds, this video covers it all. Stay tuned for our in-depth analysis, exciting gameplay, and honest takes on what's shaping the gaming industry in 2025. Donā€™t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more tech and gaming insights!</p> <p><br /></p> no01:19:20116Casual Mode | Episode 16: 2025 Games & Hardwarefull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 9: Alarmo is peak Nintendo!]]>šŸŽ™ļø This week, weā€™re diving into a wild mix of gaming and football! āš½ļø We chat about the crazy antics of Jens Lehmann, Nintendoā€™s quirky new alarm clock ā°, and the mixed reactions to the Until Dawn remake. From gaming remakes to whatā€™s next for Ubisoft, and even the latest console sales trends šŸ“Š, weā€™ve got plenty of opinions and laughs along the way. šŸŽ® We also get into everything from aggressive marketing strategies to why portable consoles are making a comeback. Plus, we talk about our adventures in the latest Legend of Zelda, some cool game mechanics, and what weā€™re hyped about in upcoming releases. Oh, and we couldnā€™t leave out the football talk, betting tips šŸ’°, and our recent game buys, all while getting ready for EGX! šŸŽ‰ Itā€™s a fun ride you donā€™t wanna miss! 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Jens Lehmann: The Goalkeeper's Wild Journey 05:59 Nintendo's Alarm-o: A Quirky Innovation 08:58 Until Dawn Reviews: A Mixed Reception 11:54 The State of Gaming Remakes 15:03 Ubisoft's Future: Exploring New Horizons 18:09 The Gaming Landscape: Console Wars and Sales Trends 29:20 Aggressive Market Strategies in Gaming Acquisitions 30:10 The Appeal of Portable Gaming Consoles 31:30 Exploring the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 34:30 Quality of Life Improvements in Gaming 36:53 Diving into Game Mechanics and Exploration 38:51 Upcoming Games and Anticipated Releases 41:10 International Football and Betting Strategies 48:22 Recent Game Purchases and Deals 53:24 Preparing for EGX and Future Plans

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-9-Alarmo-is-peak-Nintendo-e2pgged1215fd85-6373-4e64-9a23-2240f14d6f50Fri, 11 Oct 2024 22:49:00 GMT<p>šŸŽ™ļø This week, weā€™re diving into a wild mix of gaming and football! āš½ļø We chat about the crazy antics of Jens Lehmann, Nintendoā€™s quirky new alarm clock ā°, and the mixed reactions to the Until Dawn remake. From gaming remakes to whatā€™s next for Ubisoft, and even the latest console sales trends šŸ“Š, weā€™ve got plenty of opinions and laughs along the way. šŸŽ® We also get into everything from aggressive marketing strategies to why portable consoles are making a comeback. Plus, we talk about our adventures in the latest Legend of Zelda, some cool game mechanics, and what weā€™re hyped about in upcoming releases. Oh, and we couldnā€™t leave out the football talk, betting tips šŸ’°, and our recent game buys, all while getting ready for EGX! šŸŽ‰ Itā€™s a fun ride you donā€™t wanna miss! 00:00 Introduction 03:00 Jens Lehmann: The Goalkeeper's Wild Journey 05:59 Nintendo's Alarm-o: A Quirky Innovation 08:58 Until Dawn Reviews: A Mixed Reception 11:54 The State of Gaming Remakes 15:03 Ubisoft's Future: Exploring New Horizons 18:09 The Gaming Landscape: Console Wars and Sales Trends 29:20 Aggressive Market Strategies in Gaming Acquisitions 30:10 The Appeal of Portable Gaming Consoles 31:30 Exploring the Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 34:30 Quality of Life Improvements in Gaming 36:53 Diving into Game Mechanics and Exploration 38:51 Upcoming Games and Anticipated Releases 41:10 International Football and Betting Strategies 48:22 Recent Game Purchases and Deals 53:24 Preparing for EGX and Future Plans</p> yes00:55:49Casual Mode | Episode 9: Alarmo is peak Nintendo!full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 21: 9070XT - The Real Deal]]>šŸŽ™ļø In this episode of Casual Mode... we dive into the latest buzz in gaming and tech! šŸš€ We break down the RX 9070 XT and how it stacks up against Nvidiaā€™s offeringsā€”what does it mean for PC gaming? šŸŽ®šŸ’»But thatā€™s not all! We get nostalgic about gaming remakes, especially the legendary Tony Hawkā€™s series šŸ›¹, and share our thoughts on the future of graphics tech. Plus, we chat about personal experiences with new gadgets, gaming trends, and even some spicy investment takes. šŸ”„šŸ“ˆJoin the conversation and letā€™s geek out together! šŸ¤“šŸŽ§#CasualMode #Gaming #GraphicsCards #RX9070XT #PCUpgrades #PerformanceAnalysis #TechTrends #Nostalgia #TonyHawkRemake #AMDvsNvidia

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-21-9070XT---The-Real-Deal-e303b2ja19cd87a-0aed-48c3-9237-630274d5618aWed, 12 Mar 2025 23:01:52 GMT<p>šŸŽ™ļø In this episode of Casual Mode... we dive into the latest buzz in gaming and tech! šŸš€ We break down the RX 9070 XT and how it stacks up against Nvidiaā€™s offeringsā€”what does it mean for PC gaming? šŸŽ®šŸ’»But thatā€™s not all! We get nostalgic about gaming remakes, especially the legendary Tony Hawkā€™s series šŸ›¹, and share our thoughts on the future of graphics tech. Plus, we chat about personal experiences with new gadgets, gaming trends, and even some spicy investment takes. šŸ”„šŸ“ˆJoin the conversation and letā€™s geek out together! šŸ¤“šŸŽ§#CasualMode #Gaming #GraphicsCards #RX9070XT #PCUpgrades #PerformanceAnalysis #TechTrends #Nostalgia #TonyHawkRemake #AMDvsNvidia</p> no00:34:47121Casual Mode | Episode 21: 9070XT - The Real Dealfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 22: Final Fantasy IX, Nukes, & Nintendo]]>TODO

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-22-Final-Fantasy-IX--Nukes---Nintendo-e314pj5a67d51e7-d993-4b36-84c6-963c47d1ab19Sat, 05 Apr 2025 07:14:34 GMT<p>TODO</p> no00:43:58122Casual Mode | Episode 22: Final Fantasy IX, Nukes, & Nintendofull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 3: Bradley Wiggins' Ugly Cousin]]>What a week! Dan & Karl went cycling, abusing their bodies & nearly got stalked by a stranger in a Honda. There's also talk of EGX plans! We're excited to meet as many of you there as we can! Enjoy! #Cycling #Chaingang #EGX #CarefulOfStrangers #BaldursGate #CasualMode

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-3-Bradley-Wiggins-Ugly-Cousin-e2nrorm2207b68b-5c1c-4216-84a6-541460e26a66Sat, 31 Aug 2024 22:57:29 GMT<p>What a week! Dan &amp; Karl went cycling, abusing their bodies &amp; nearly got stalked by a stranger in a Honda. There's also talk of EGX plans! We're excited to meet as many of you there as we can! Enjoy! #Cycling #Chaingang #EGX #CarefulOfStrangers #BaldursGate #CasualMode</p> yes01:01:47Casual Mode | Episode 3: Bradley Wiggins' Ugly Cousinfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 1: A Succulent New Podcast]]> Welcome to the inaugural episode of Casual Mode, the podcast that's risen like a phoenix. Join your hosts, Dan & Karl, as they dive headfirst into the world of gaming news and even some delightfully nerdy CPU chatter. Expect a laid-back hour with a few laughs and insights from your two favourite numpties. #thankgoodnessyourehere #xbox #nintendo #playstation

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-1-A-Succulent-New-Podcast-e2neiub102162aa-17d4-4f99-88d5-dfeb8a237b6dWed, 21 Aug 2024 10:22:37 GMT<p> Welcome to the inaugural episode of Casual Mode, the podcast that's risen like a phoenix. Join your hosts, Dan &amp; Karl, as they dive headfirst into the world of gaming news and even some delightfully nerdy CPU chatter. Expect a laid-back hour with a few laughs and insights from your two favourite numpties. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/thankgoodnessyourehere" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#thankgoodnessyourehere</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/xbox" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#xbox</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/nintendo" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#nintendo</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/playstation" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">#playstation</a> </p> yes00:59:14Casual Mode | Episode 1: A Succulent New Podcastfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 26: The Future Is Handheld?]]>In this one, Karl and Wardy accidentally record a therapy session disguised as a tech podcast. We unpack the Nintendo Switch 2 (yes, one of us got two), fight about whether Xbox has lost the plot, and genuinely love a game for once (shout out to Clair Obscur).Also includes:šŸ§» Coffee-induced chaosšŸŽ§ Steam Deck worshipšŸŽ® Welcome SnorešŸ•¹ļø Fable hopešŸ„² Moisturiser-based JRPG reflectionsSubscribe or weā€™ll send you our Joy-Cons. Drifting.#NintendoSwitch2 #SteamDeck #GamePass #CasualMode #XboxHandheld #ClairObscur #GamingPodcast #TechChat #GamerHumour #SwitchVsSteamDeck

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-26-The-Future-Is-Handheld-e349ksu756f7143-c893-489e-b0c6-9f01cfda03dcMon, 16 Jun 2025 06:00:00 GMT<p>In this one, Karl and Wardy accidentally record a therapy session disguised as a tech podcast. We unpack the Nintendo Switch 2 (yes, one of us got two), fight about whether Xbox has lost the plot, and genuinely love a game for once (shout out to Clair Obscur).Also includes:šŸ§» Coffee-induced chaosšŸŽ§ Steam Deck worshipšŸŽ® Welcome SnorešŸ•¹ļø Fable hopešŸ„² Moisturiser-based JRPG reflectionsSubscribe or weā€™ll send you our Joy-Cons. Drifting.#NintendoSwitch2 #SteamDeck #GamePass #CasualMode #XboxHandheld #ClairObscur #GamingPodcast #TechChat #GamerHumour #SwitchVsSteamDeck</p> yes00:58:57Casual Mode | Episode 26: The Future Is Handheld?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 14: Witcher 4, Black Friday & A new PSP?]]>On this weekā€™s episode, we dive into the PS Portal and ask the big question: is this really the second coming of the PSP, or just another dusty gadget for your shelf? We also talk Witcher 4 finally entering full production (toss a coin to your developer!), Cyberpunk 2077ā€™s ridiculous 30 million sales milestone, and why Laurie wonā€™t stop saying ā€˜I told you so.ā€™


Oh, and Black Friday? Spoiler: itā€™s rubbish this year. Stick around for some bad deals, good laughs, and our big competition announcement!


Football fans, we didnā€™t forget you ā€“ but maybe Everton wishes we had.


Like, subscribe, and let us know if youā€™d still buy a PSP in 2026. Enjoy!

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-14-Witcher-4--Black-Friday--A-new-PSP-e2rls82b19cbd0b-dbfa-4781-952f-ddb603641a6fFri, 29 Nov 2024 17:40:23 GMT<p>On this weekā€™s episode, we dive into the PS Portal and ask the big question: is this really the second coming of the PSP, or just another dusty gadget for your shelf? We also talk Witcher 4 finally entering full production (toss a coin to your developer!), Cyberpunk 2077ā€™s ridiculous 30 million sales milestone, and why Laurie wonā€™t stop saying ā€˜I told you so.ā€™</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Oh, and Black Friday? Spoiler: itā€™s rubbish this year. Stick around for some bad deals, good laughs, and our big competition announcement!</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Football fans, we didnā€™t forget you ā€“ but maybe Everton wishes we had.</p> <p><br /></p> <p>Like, subscribe, and let us know if youā€™d still buy a PSP in 2026. Enjoy!</p> yes01:06:01Casual Mode | Episode 14: Witcher 4, Black Friday & A new PSP?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 25: Expedition 33: GOTY Contender?]]>šŸŽ® New GTA 6 Trailer Reactions, RPG Gems & Xbox's Future | Casual Mode Gaming Talk āš½This episode dives deep into the latest in gaming and beyond. We share our early thoughts on Claire Obscure: Expedition 33 after clocking six hoursā€”and itā€™s living up to the hype. From standout voice acting to classic RPG mechanics, itā€™s one to watch.šŸ”„ Then we shift gears into full hype mode for GTA 6. We break down what the trailer got right, whatā€™s blowing us away visually, and where we think the game is heading.šŸ–„ļø PC performance gets a spotlight as we talk about new builds and how much of a difference they make, plus we debate the potential of an Xbox handheld (and whether itā€™ll even make a dent).āš½ We wrap up with some football chatā€”touching on Manchester Unitedā€™s recent form, officiating controversies, and the emotional chaos of transfer windows.šŸ‘‰ Expect honest takes, sharp insights, and a good dose of gaming-meets-sport crossover.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-25-Expedition-33-GOTY-Contender-e332o1a8ca18868-c70c-46ec-bdcf-9dbba8094ad8Mon, 19 May 2025 21:54:46 GMT<p>šŸŽ® New GTA 6 Trailer Reactions, RPG Gems &amp; Xbox's Future | Casual Mode Gaming Talk āš½This episode dives deep into the latest in gaming and beyond. We share our early thoughts on Claire Obscure: Expedition 33 after clocking six hoursā€”and itā€™s living up to the hype. From standout voice acting to classic RPG mechanics, itā€™s one to watch.šŸ”„ Then we shift gears into full hype mode for GTA 6. We break down what the trailer got right, whatā€™s blowing us away visually, and where we think the game is heading.šŸ–„ļø PC performance gets a spotlight as we talk about new builds and how much of a difference they make, plus we debate the potential of an Xbox handheld (and whether itā€™ll even make a dent).āš½ We wrap up with some football chatā€”touching on Manchester Unitedā€™s recent form, officiating controversies, and the emotional chaos of transfer windows.šŸ‘‰ Expect honest takes, sharp insights, and a good dose of gaming-meets-sport crossover.</p> no00:39:47125Casual Mode | Episode 25: Expedition 33: GOTY Contender?full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 20: Thou Shalt Play This Game]]>Welcome to Episode 20 of Casual Mode ā€“ your weekly check-in with the guys! This time, we chat about footy, gaming, and the usual chaos. Whoā€™s the best number 20? Whatā€™s in the pack? And why does everything feel like the third take? Tune in and find out! āš½šŸŽ®šŸ”„

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-20-Thou-Shalt-Play-This-Game-e2viaak1f489f44-71d9-4867-87ce-431d06573f00Sat, 01 Mar 2025 14:54:56 GMT<p>Welcome to Episode 20 of Casual Mode ā€“ your weekly check-in with the guys! This time, we chat about footy, gaming, and the usual chaos. Whoā€™s the best number 20? Whatā€™s in the pack? And why does everything feel like the third take? Tune in and find out! āš½šŸŽ®šŸ”„</p> no00:51:54120Casual Mode | Episode 20: Thou Shalt Play This Gamefull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 10: Lets Talk Emulation!]]>In this episode, we dive into gaming nostalgia, emulation, and the latest trends. šŸŽ®āœØ We reflect on childhood games, how nostalgia shapes our preferences, and the ethical side of emulation. šŸ•¹ļøšŸ’» The discussion touches on modern solutions like Nintendo Switch Online and how they help us relive retro classics. We also chat about recent buysā€”the PS5 Pro and an ultra-wide monitorā€”sharing first impressions and the buzz around the PS5 Proā€™s release. šŸ–„ļøšŸŽÆ To top it off, we have some fun making predictions for upcoming Premier League matches! āš½ Itā€™s gaming, football, and good vibes all around! 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 05:59 Nostalgia and Emulation: Reliving Childhood Games 12:02 The Impact of Old vs. New Games 18:04 Ethical Considerations in Emulation 20:51 The Value of Retro Games 23:33 Ethics of Emulation 26:21 Emulation vs. Subscription Services 28:52 Nostalgia and Emulation 32:12 Modern Emulation Solutions 35:57 The Joy of Emulating Classics 44:03 Gaming Gear and Upgrades 46:00 PS5 Pro Hype and Market Trends 48:02 Game Purchases and First Impressions 50:00 Betting on Football Matches 51:59 Premier League Predictions and Analysis 56:57 Upcoming Events and Closing Thoughts

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-10-Lets-Talk-Emulation-e2pr6gt06cc2d5c-b6fb-410d-9e60-42487c319867Fri, 18 Oct 2024 09:41:38 GMT<p>In this episode, we dive into gaming nostalgia, emulation, and the latest trends. šŸŽ®āœØ We reflect on childhood games, how nostalgia shapes our preferences, and the ethical side of emulation. šŸ•¹ļøšŸ’» The discussion touches on modern solutions like Nintendo Switch Online and how they help us relive retro classics. We also chat about recent buysā€”the PS5 Pro and an ultra-wide monitorā€”sharing first impressions and the buzz around the PS5 Proā€™s release. šŸ–„ļøšŸŽÆ To top it off, we have some fun making predictions for upcoming Premier League matches! āš½ Itā€™s gaming, football, and good vibes all around! 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 05:59 Nostalgia and Emulation: Reliving Childhood Games 12:02 The Impact of Old vs. New Games 18:04 Ethical Considerations in Emulation 20:51 The Value of Retro Games 23:33 Ethics of Emulation 26:21 Emulation vs. Subscription Services 28:52 Nostalgia and Emulation 32:12 Modern Emulation Solutions 35:57 The Joy of Emulating Classics 44:03 Gaming Gear and Upgrades 46:00 PS5 Pro Hype and Market Trends 48:02 Game Purchases and First Impressions 50:00 Betting on Football Matches 51:59 Premier League Predictions and Analysis 56:57 Upcoming Events and Closing Thoughts</p> yes00:59:56Casual Mode | Episode 10: Lets Talk Emulation!full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 13: Wherefore Art Thou, PS5 Disc Drive]]>Sonyā€™s chequebook is out again as theyā€™re reportedly in talks to acquire the media powerhouse behind Elden Ring. Could this be another big move to dominate the industry? Plus, we dive into the Game Awards 2024 nominees: Is Shadow of the Erdtree a fair contender for Game of the Year? And will Dragon Age: The Veilguard go down as one of the biggest gaming flops of the year, with rumours of a $200 million budget but only $63 million recouped so far? On the purchases front, Karl picked up Mario Kart: Super Circuit, F1 Race, and an extra special device (an Ambernic) on its way! Meanwhile, Dan adds some new art to his collection. Stay tuned for updates on the upcoming 3DS competition ā€“ itā€™s just days away! We also touch on the uproar from UK farmers over proposed inheritance tax reforms, which could reshape the future of multi-generational family farms. And finally, we preview the weekendā€™s football fixtures ā€“ who are you backing this week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #gameawards #eldenring #playstation

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-13-Wherefore-Art-Thou--PS5-Disc-Drive-e2rb40ob3afa41a-5cc6-4a7b-b120-492acfda2614Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:17:38 GMT<p>Sonyā€™s chequebook is out again as theyā€™re reportedly in talks to acquire the media powerhouse behind Elden Ring. Could this be another big move to dominate the industry? Plus, we dive into the Game Awards 2024 nominees: Is Shadow of the Erdtree a fair contender for Game of the Year? And will Dragon Age: The Veilguard go down as one of the biggest gaming flops of the year, with rumours of a $200 million budget but only $63 million recouped so far? On the purchases front, Karl picked up Mario Kart: Super Circuit, F1 Race, and an extra special device (an Ambernic) on its way! Meanwhile, Dan adds some new art to his collection. Stay tuned for updates on the upcoming 3DS competition ā€“ itā€™s just days away! We also touch on the uproar from UK farmers over proposed inheritance tax reforms, which could reshape the future of multi-generational family farms. And finally, we preview the weekendā€™s football fixtures ā€“ who are you backing this week? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! #gameawards #eldenring #playstation</p> no01:06:27Casual Mode | Episode 13: Wherefore Art Thou, PS5 Disc Drivefull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 19: Press X for Doubt: Microsoft & NVIDIAā€™s Missteps]]>In Casual Mode | Episode 19: From Console to Colosseum, we dive into the big gaming debates of the moment! šŸŽ® Is it finally time to ditch last-gen support and go all-in on the PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X? Kingdom Come Deliverance is leading the chargeā€”will others follow? We also talk new handhelds, including the Miyoo Mini, its new Flip version, and how it stacks up against the Ambernic. Plus, the X-Box-odus continues, with rumors of Forza Horizon 5 and Halo coming to Nintendo Switch 2ā€”what does this mean for exclusivity? And speaking of hardware, Nvidiaā€™s latest graphics card is getting lukewarm reviewsā€”will it change Karlā€™s PC upgrade plans? We wrap up with what weā€™re playing (AstroBot, PokĆ©mon, Persona 5, Red Dead 2), what weā€™re watching (Severance, Dark), a bit of football talk, and of courseā€¦ Deals Grommit! #CasualMode #GamingPodcast #NextGenGaming #PS5Pro #XboxSeriesX #HandheldGaming #NintendoSwitch2 #ForzaOnPS5 #Persona5 #Pokemon #GamingNews

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-19-Press-X-for-Doubt-Microsoft--NVIDIAs-Missteps-e2ua5rv14114bcf-2dd5-4034-bc2e-299574a3501aMon, 03 Feb 2025 15:03:32 GMT<p>In Casual Mode | Episode 19: From Console to Colosseum, we dive into the big gaming debates of the moment! šŸŽ® Is it finally time to ditch last-gen support and go all-in on the PS5 Pro and Xbox Series X? Kingdom Come Deliverance is leading the chargeā€”will others follow? We also talk new handhelds, including the Miyoo Mini, its new Flip version, and how it stacks up against the Ambernic. Plus, the X-Box-odus continues, with rumors of Forza Horizon 5 and Halo coming to Nintendo Switch 2ā€”what does this mean for exclusivity? And speaking of hardware, Nvidiaā€™s latest graphics card is getting lukewarm reviewsā€”will it change Karlā€™s PC upgrade plans? We wrap up with what weā€™re playing (AstroBot, PokĆ©mon, Persona 5, Red Dead 2), what weā€™re watching (Severance, Dark), a bit of football talk, and of courseā€¦ Deals Grommit! #CasualMode #GamingPodcast #NextGenGaming #PS5Pro #XboxSeriesX #HandheldGaming #NintendoSwitch2 #ForzaOnPS5 #Persona5 #Pokemon #GamingNews</p> no00:56:44119Casual Mode | Episode 19: Press X for Doubt: Microsoft & NVIDIAā€™s Misstepsfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 6: WHY WE WANT A PS5 PRO!]]>In this episode of Casual Mode, weā€™re excited to be joined by Laurie for a fun and insightful chat! šŸŽ® We dive into everything from personal updates and favorite games, to the latest hot topics in the gaming world. We explore the recent Microsoft layoffs, what that means for Xbox, and debate the future of the console. We also compare the merits of the PS5 Pro and PSVR2 with PC gaming, while sharing thoughts on some of the most anticipated upcoming titles. Whether you're a console enthusiast or a PC gamer, this episode has something for everyone! Don't miss it! #Gaming #Xbox #PS5Pro #PSVR2 #PCGaming

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-6-WHY-WE-WANT-A-PS5-PRO-e2olb3l386d064c-c30c-4f76-893e-e159b18dc682Fri, 20 Sep 2024 18:14:13 GMT<p>In this episode of Casual Mode, weā€™re excited to be joined by Laurie for a fun and insightful chat! šŸŽ® We dive into everything from personal updates and favorite games, to the latest hot topics in the gaming world. We explore the recent Microsoft layoffs, what that means for Xbox, and debate the future of the console. We also compare the merits of the PS5 Pro and PSVR2 with PC gaming, while sharing thoughts on some of the most anticipated upcoming titles. Whether you're a console enthusiast or a PC gamer, this episode has something for everyone! Don't miss it! #Gaming #Xbox #PS5Pro #PSVR2 #PCGaming</p> yes01:09:45Casual Mode | Episode 6: WHY WE WANT A PS5 PRO!full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 15: Witcher 4, Indiana Jones & Pokemon Cards!]]>šŸ· Wine disappointments, šŸ•¹ļø game debates, and šŸŽ® PS5 Pro tech talk collide! Weā€™re diving into everything: bad wine (thanks to office raffles), the Game Awards highlights, Astro Bot supremacy, Liverpoolā€™s chances, Chelsea conspiracies, and PS5 Pro nerdiness thatā€™ll blow your socks off! šŸ’¬ From debating F1 drama to hyping Dragon Age and plotting Christmas gaming marathons, weā€™re serving up chaotic casualness with a side of football stats and PokĆ©mon nostalgia. šŸŽ„ Donā€™t miss our gaming picks and banter galore! #GamingTalk #FootballBanter #PS5Pro #CasualMode #PodcastLife #GameAwards #F1Drama #DragonAge #ChristmasGaming

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-15-Witcher-4--Indiana-Jones--Pokemon-Cards-e2sk4mr414ad749-8a79-478f-8416-3a8a1910ad80Sat, 21 Dec 2024 17:54:43 GMT<p>šŸ· Wine disappointments, šŸ•¹ļø game debates, and šŸŽ® PS5 Pro tech talk collide! Weā€™re diving into everything: bad wine (thanks to office raffles), the Game Awards highlights, Astro Bot supremacy, Liverpoolā€™s chances, Chelsea conspiracies, and PS5 Pro nerdiness thatā€™ll blow your socks off! šŸ’¬ From debating F1 drama to hyping Dragon Age and plotting Christmas gaming marathons, weā€™re serving up chaotic casualness with a side of football stats and PokĆ©mon nostalgia. šŸŽ„ Donā€™t miss our gaming picks and banter galore! #GamingTalk #FootballBanter #PS5Pro #CasualMode #PodcastLife #GameAwards #F1Drama #DragonAge #ChristmasGaming</p> no01:01:56Casual Mode | Episode 15: Witcher 4, Indiana Jones & Pokemon Cards!full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 24: Oblivion Remastered: Nostalgia Meets Modern Gaming]]>In this episode of Casual Mode, Karl and Dan chat about all sorts ā€” their favorite footballers, the new series of Star Wars: Andor, building a new PC, and the long-awaited Oblivion remaster.------Timestamps00:00Introduction and Favorite Footballers02:56Andor: A Grittier Star Wars Experience06:00Building a New PC: The Journey Begins08:57Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Remastered: Anticipation and Expectations12:03Graphics and Gameplay Improvements in Oblivion Remastered15:11Character Creation and Initial Impressions18:00Bugs and Quirks in Oblivion Remastered20:28Gaming Nostalgia and Unfinished Adventures24:06Football and Premier League Predictions27:04Reflections on Player Performance and Team Dynamics30:32Game Purchases and Recommendations33:05Modding Communities and Game Remasters36:02AI, The Matrix, and Future Speculations---#oblivionremaster #gamingpc

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-24-Oblivion-Remastered-Nostalgia-Meets-Modern-Gaming-e320nbf5ae2724b-56f8-4c4d-b765-3baffb798dc6Fri, 25 Apr 2025 17:57:19 GMT<p>In this episode of Casual Mode, Karl and Dan chat about all sorts ā€” their favorite footballers, the new series of Star Wars: Andor, building a new PC, and the long-awaited Oblivion remaster.------Timestamps00:00Introduction and Favorite Footballers02:56Andor: A Grittier Star Wars Experience06:00Building a New PC: The Journey Begins08:57Elder Scrolls IV Oblivion Remastered: Anticipation and Expectations12:03Graphics and Gameplay Improvements in Oblivion Remastered15:11Character Creation and Initial Impressions18:00Bugs and Quirks in Oblivion Remastered20:28Gaming Nostalgia and Unfinished Adventures24:06Football and Premier League Predictions27:04Reflections on Player Performance and Team Dynamics30:32Game Purchases and Recommendations33:05Modding Communities and Game Remasters36:02AI, The Matrix, and Future Speculations---#oblivionremaster #gamingpc</p> yes00:38:12123Casual Mode | Episode 24: Oblivion Remastered: Nostalgia Meets Modern Gamingfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 8: I Sold My Xbox]]>In this episode of Casual Mode, hosts Dan and Karl dive into a variety of topics including the latest game releases for October, discussions on horror games, and their personal gaming preferences. They also touch on the impact of Unreal Engine 5.5 on gaming graphics, share their thoughts on popular TV shows like The Sopranos, and engage in football predictions and discussions about the new GOAT, Cole Palmer.


00:00 Introduction and Chopping Block Metaphor 03:01 Casual Mode Episode 8 Kickoff 05:58 October Game Releases Overview 11:55 Diving into Horror Games 17:58 Discussion on Upcoming Game Releases 24:04 Conversations on Consoles and Gaming Preferences 29:59 Football Manager and Gaming Updates 35:51 Unreal Engine 5.5 and Gaming Graphics 41:58 TV Show Recommendations and Reviews 48:00 Football Predictions and Betting Ideas 54:01 Cole Palmer and Premier League Discussion

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-8-I-Sold-My-Xbox-e2p7kee67cc9c97-c22f-416c-ab80-d69e0e7c61ccFri, 04 Oct 2024 11:25:43 GMT<p>In this episode of Casual Mode, hosts Dan and Karl dive into a variety of topics including the latest game releases for October, discussions on horror games, and their personal gaming preferences. They also touch on the impact of Unreal Engine 5.5 on gaming graphics, share their thoughts on popular TV shows like The Sopranos, and engage in football predictions and discussions about the new GOAT, Cole Palmer. </p> <p> <br />00:00 Introduction and Chopping Block Metaphor 03:01 Casual Mode Episode 8 Kickoff 05:58 October Game Releases Overview 11:55 Diving into Horror Games 17:58 Discussion on Upcoming Game Releases 24:04 Conversations on Consoles and Gaming Preferences 29:59 Football Manager and Gaming Updates 35:51 Unreal Engine 5.5 and Gaming Graphics 41:58 TV Show Recommendations and Reviews 48:00 Football Predictions and Betting Ideas 54:01 Cole Palmer and Premier League Discussion</p> yes01:02:24Casual Mode | Episode 8: I Sold My Xboxfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 5: New Hardware Turns Us Soft]]>In this episode, Dan and Karl engage in a casual yet insightful conversation covering a range of topics from personal anecdotes to the latest in gaming technology, including the PS5 Pro and its implications for gamers. They also discuss the new features of Apple's iPhone, the future of data privacy, and the decline of physical game retailers in the digital age. The episode wraps up with predictions for upcoming football fixtures, showcasing their light-hearted banter and camaraderie.

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-5-New-Hardware-Turns-Us-Soft-e2ocb934bff4874-af60-427a-8104-310111686242Tue, 17 Sep 2024 07:42:53 GMT<p>In this episode, Dan and Karl engage in a casual yet insightful conversation covering a range of topics from personal anecdotes to the latest in gaming technology, including the PS5 Pro and its implications for gamers. They also discuss the new features of Apple's iPhone, the future of data privacy, and the decline of physical game retailers in the digital age. The episode wraps up with predictions for upcoming football fixtures, showcasing their light-hearted banter and camaraderie.</p> yes00:58:0415Casual Mode | Episode 5: New Hardware Turns Us Softfull<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 7: What's Nintendo Cooking?!]]>In this episode of Casual Mode, we cover a little bit of everything. We start with a wild football story involving Quincy Promes āš½, then dive into some fun topics like our dream dinner guests šŸ½ļø, favorite games šŸŽ®, and the latest buzz around the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 Pro. There's plenty of humor šŸ˜‚ and nostalgia šŸ•¹ļø along the way, making it a great listen for anyone into gaming and lighthearted chat. We also tackle some heavier subjects, touching on celebrity scandals šŸ•µļø, including the latest allegations involving Diddy and Epstein. We throw in some football predictions, share our personal gaming memories, and take a look at where gaming tech is headedā€”especially the Steam Deck šŸ”„. It's a mix of laughs, insights, and some thought-provoking moments as we chat about everything from gaming to culture. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:06 Football and Quincy Promes' Downfall 07:18 Dinner Guests and Personal Favorites 09:17 Gaming Preferences and Nostalgia 19:10 Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks and Expectations 32:16 PlayStation 5 Pro and Upcoming Games 39:58 Expensive Gaming Gear and Thoughts on Design 43:35 Nostalgia and Gaming Design 45:38 Diddyā€™s Alleged Parties and Controversies 49:30 Epstein Comparisons and Celebrity Culture 56:12 The Impact of Celebrity Allegations 01:00:59 Football Predictions and Weekend Recap 01:12:44 Gaming Technology and the Future 01:19:17 Personal Gaming Experiences and Recommendations

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-7-Whats-Nintendo-Cooking-e2otnjr984fcbc7-cd80-4b2d-84b8-5136a5f208f2Fri, 27 Sep 2024 07:00:00 GMT<p>In this episode of Casual Mode, we cover a little bit of everything. We start with a wild football story involving Quincy Promes āš½, then dive into some fun topics like our dream dinner guests šŸ½ļø, favorite games šŸŽ®, and the latest buzz around the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 Pro. There's plenty of humor šŸ˜‚ and nostalgia šŸ•¹ļø along the way, making it a great listen for anyone into gaming and lighthearted chat. We also tackle some heavier subjects, touching on celebrity scandals šŸ•µļø, including the latest allegations involving Diddy and Epstein. We throw in some football predictions, share our personal gaming memories, and take a look at where gaming tech is headedā€”especially the Steam Deck šŸ”„. It's a mix of laughs, insights, and some thought-provoking moments as we chat about everything from gaming to culture. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:06 Football and Quincy Promes' Downfall 07:18 Dinner Guests and Personal Favorites 09:17 Gaming Preferences and Nostalgia 19:10 Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks and Expectations 32:16 PlayStation 5 Pro and Upcoming Games 39:58 Expensive Gaming Gear and Thoughts on Design 43:35 Nostalgia and Gaming Design 45:38 Diddyā€™s Alleged Parties and Controversies 49:30 Epstein Comparisons and Celebrity Culture 56:12 The Impact of Celebrity Allegations 01:00:59 Football Predictions and Weekend Recap 01:12:44 Gaming Technology and the Future 01:19:17 Personal Gaming Experiences and Recommendations</p> yes01:23:53Casual Mode | Episode 7: What's Nintendo Cooking?!full<![CDATA[Casual Mode | Episode 12: PS5 Pro Initial Impressions, David Coote & Pokemon!]]>šŸ”„ This episode is packed with banter, bold opinions, and breaking trends! Hereā€™s what weā€™re diving into: āš–ļø David Cooteā€™s refereeing--What on earth was he thinking? šŸ•¹ļø The future of gaming consoles: Microsoftā€™s reactive moves, the PS5 Proā€™s performance boost, and why Steam Deck is crushing it! šŸŽ® Upcoming releasesā€”Metal Slug Tactics, Mario & Luigi, and the evolving Call of Duty audience. šŸ“¼ Retro vibes: Gameboys, PokĆ©mon cards, and why collecting classics is cooler than ever. šŸŽ„ Movies that move us: Emotional storytelling for the whole family. āœØ Hot take: Is Phil Spencer's leadership driving or stalling Xbox innovation? šŸ’” Plus: Black Friday steals, graphics that age like fine wine (Horizon Zero Dawn, weā€™re looking at you šŸ‘€), and why the PS5 Proā€™s disk drive accessory is a must. šŸ‘¾ Subscribe and join the conversation! Letā€™s debate the biggest stories in gaming, sports, and pop culture. Donā€™t forget to hit the šŸ”” and share your thoughts below! šŸ’¬ā¬‡ļø #Gaming #Sports #PS5Pro #Xbox #RetroGaming

]]>https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/casual-mode0/episodes/Casual-Mode--Episode-12-PS5-Pro-Initial-Impressions--David-Coote--Pokemon-e2r1ttac754894c-bd02-404c-bb05-5365bbb6dbc9Fri, 15 Nov 2024 23:36:25 GMT<p>šŸ”„ This episode is packed with banter, bold opinions, and breaking trends! Hereā€™s what weā€™re diving into: āš–ļø David Cooteā€™s refereeing--What on earth was he thinking? šŸ•¹ļø The future of gaming consoles: Microsoftā€™s reactive moves, the PS5 Proā€™s performance boost, and why Steam Deck is crushing it! šŸŽ® Upcoming releasesā€”Metal Slug Tactics, Mario &amp; Luigi, and the evolving Call of Duty audience. šŸ“¼ Retro vibes: Gameboys, PokĆ©mon cards, and why collecting classics is cooler than ever. šŸŽ„ Movies that move us: Emotional storytelling for the whole family. āœØ Hot take: Is Phil Spencer's leadership driving or stalling Xbox innovation? šŸ’” Plus: Black Friday steals, graphics that age like fine wine (Horizon Zero Dawn, weā€™re looking at you šŸ‘€), and why the PS5 Proā€™s disk drive accessory is a must. šŸ‘¾ Subscribe and join the conversation! Letā€™s debate the biggest stories in gaming, sports, and pop culture. Donā€™t forget to hit the šŸ”” and share your thoughts below! šŸ’¬ā¬‡ļø <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/gaming" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">#Gaming</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/sports" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">#Sports</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/ps5pro" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">#PS5Pro</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/xbox" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">#Xbox</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/hashtag/retrogaming" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">#RetroGaming</a></p> no01:04:33Casual Mode | Episode 12: PS5 Pro Initial Impressions, David Coote & Pokemon!full