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RPGrinders EP 848 - War Never Changes

Happy Spring, or Second Winter, or Third Winter, or whatever crazy weather pattern our ill environment throws at us. For example, here is Southern Ohio it was a beautiful day of mid 70s weather but tomorrow we are expecting highs in the 30s. Our climate is in danger, what will we do to save it? Also, what does any of that have to do with another new episode of RPGrinders??? I mean, besides the fact that we all need this planet to survive!

What could possibly be a better way for man to fight back against an environment on the brink? That's right. WAR! Nothing does the world better than blowing shit up. America is doing its part to help as we have started another war. Killing, destruction, and making the environment toxic. What could be better for saving the planet than blowing it the fuck up?

(Normally, I would combine the former and latter paragraphs. This time, I felt like it would be in poor taste.)

So instead of a stupid line about dropping bombs, I'm just going to get right into the news. Today's news is music to gamers ears because today we announce a bunch of release dates! We have release dates as early as this month, including Pokemon XD Gale of Darkness, and survival RPG Everwind. Release dates for April, like Pokemon Champions and Valorborn. We even have release dates for May and all the way into 2027, such as Pokemon Wind Waves and Celestial Return. Pokemon fans have a few reasons to look forward.

If the war wasn't bad enough to destroy the environment, the American government has decided to help speed up the process with laws legalizing banned chemicals and deregulating chemical use and disposal. This is but one example of the string of grievances we refer to as the Stinko of the Week. We have many more things to complain about in and outside of the gaming industry. Ok, mostly outside because the United States has started another war. This country has a long history of starting wars and engaging in acts of regime changes across the globe. The vast majority of the American people do not want us involved in any wars. No more innocent people dying because wealthy people only want more. We have nothing but condemnation for one of the most horrific and avoidable atrocities committed by the vile Trump administration. The bombing of an Iranian school is a horrific act that should never again be repeated! Killing innocent people seems to be the only thing our government knows. 

Between the bombs and the climate deniers, the planet Earth his moving closer to a tipping point. Unlike this episodes Panic Zone, running away is not an option. We prefer to end the show on a more positive note, because we all must have hope. There is a lot of hard work to do but it isn't all lost. Just like a run in with Jason Vorhees, we still have a small chance to survive. The chance is growing smaller all of the time. 

We are all in this one together. We can't be complacent. Earth is our home. Will we continue to let a small group of greedy assholes destroy it for their own personal gains or will we stand up and force them to face accountability? 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I know I started off having fun, but I couldn't make light of war. Will humanity ever fucking learn??? When will we stop allowing ourselves to be nothing but pawns to corrupt governments and their wealthy donors? 

 

 

And yes, I did mean to make it all about the environment. The war was just too important not to mention and I'm too angry not to rant!

 

 

 

RPGrinders Review #118 - Guns of Fury

I reviewed the Switch version of this fun but somewhat lacking Metroidvania game! 

RPGrinders Review #117 - Ys: Proud Nordics

I review the new updated PS5 and Switch 2 releases for this update to 2024's latest Ys title!

review for the original can be found here:

https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-7b5py-170e989

Score for this release: 9/10

 

RPGrinders EP 847 - Getting Old Sucks

Getting old really does suck!  The guys have a really good discussion based on BreakMan's question for Drivers Seat, The news is short and sweet, Eric brings us sad news in his Stinko's for Shutaro Iida, and Frank sees the end of his gaming "career" in his sights......      Join us LIVE first 3 Fridays of the month twitch.tv/rpgrinders  or search YouTube:  Mexican Long Hair OR RPGrinders!!   Thanks for listening!

RPGrinders EP 846 - Resurrection of the Demon Castle

in this new filled episode of RPGrinders, the crew has a lot of news no thanks to a State of Play, the the really important news is that Castlevania is back, baby! Break also has a review of the second season of Fallout. Stinkos are the usual suspects, but at least there are Sweetos to even that out. Frank also has a Driver's seat question for you all that you don't want to miss! Be sure to catch the show live on Fridays on Twitch(RPGrinders) or Youtube(Mexicanlonghair) at 7PM EST! 

RPGrinders EP 845 - Return to the Wasteland

Twenty Twenty-Six has only been with us for a month but it has already worn out it's welcome! Military in our streets, internment camps in our cities, an environment that is clearly reaching a tipping point, and a corrupt government run by pedophiles and their protectors. As we watch as our freedoms and rights disappear, take comfort in the fact that the Grinders are still here to spread cheer. It isn't much but we are all in this together. We all have to oppose fascism in our own ways, and deal with our own personal stresses. 

A gaming podcast may not be much, but we can help spread the truth and distract the mind from the horrors of reality. Even as our country is fighting for it's life the gaming industry is still thriving. When the weather starts to improve (hopefully) we will see the protests grow to sizes that force change! Strikes, boycotts, and whatever it takes to bring Freedom for All to every person living in this country.

A long list of news stories as the number of 2026 releases grows. For the Spring, look forward to the releases of Utawarerumono: Past & Present Rediscovered and Dosa Divas. The Summertime also has a couple of new releases, in Another Eden Begins and Kyoto Xanadu. 

With everything going on in America, the Stinkos are growing at an alarming rate. Soon they will need their own show. We are surrounded by so many horrors that it has become impossible for anyone to keep up. America has a corrupt government that is directly responsible for the deaths of millions. A wannabe dictator is changing the rules while no one seems willing to challenge him. The Epstein files continue to be blocked from proper release; the FBI even attempted to hurt the victims. On top of all that, the Grinders say goodbye to an icon. RIP Catherine O'Hare. 

After a January that temporarily derailed the show, the Driver's Seat is back to start us off right. Eric want's to know, what are some bad habits you see from gamers you wish they’d get over? The Grinders give you ours. Send us feedback and let us know yours!

A special shout out to everyone brave enough to fight fascism and doubly for those fighting it in the bitter cold weather! Jack Frost, puppy killers, and White Supremacists won't stop the spirit of the American people! We sure as hell won't submit to people who abuse children!

Join us next week as we dream about Spring and a world without oppression. We love living in a country with such a large diversity of people. We can't let them take away what makes us great, each other. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(Sorry, if this seems disjointed but I didn't want to do my usual spin. The shit that is happening in America is far too important for my silliness.)

I feel like I should still say something smartass...

You know who isn't in the Epstein files? US!

 

 

 

RPGrinders Review #116 - The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon

I review the PS4, 5, and Switch 2 versions of the latest entry in Van's arc!

RPGrinders Review #115 - Metroid Prime 4

I review the Switch 2 version of this long awaiting follow up to Prime 3!

 

RPGrinders Review #114 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land Switch 2 Edition

I review the Switch 2 update and DLC!

Original review:

https://rpgrinders.podbean.com/e/rpgrinders-review-19-kirby-and-the-forgotten-land/

 

RPGrinders EP 844 - The Short Show

In this breezy ep of the Grinders, the guys blast through a few news stories, Break's Stinkos include ICE ramping up their nonsense, Frank reviews Predator Badlands and Stranger Things S5 (spoiler free) and brings up some of all time fav anime series and movies!   Join us LIVE first 3 Fridays of the month http://twitch.tv/RPGrinders or search Mexican Long Hair on YouTube 7EST!  Thanks for listening!