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RPGrinders EP 842 - 2025 Down for the Count

Happy Christmas and Merry Holidays to all! It's the 2025 season finale of RPGrinders and it is one of the best of the year! Don't worry, because we will be back in 2026. Until then, enjoy this last episode of the latest news, reviews, and some special surprises. (That aren't actually surprises because we already said we would do them!)

With only a week left in this weak ass year, there are no new releases to announce. That's okay because 2026 will soon be here and with it, new games a plenty. The next few months alone will see the releases of Escape From Ever After, Ariana and the Elder Codex, and MegaMan Starforce Legacy Collection. Enough games to keep us all occupied through the long winter months.

In the holiday spirit of "scary ghost stories," Frank reviews one of most popular horror franchises of all time. I won't spoil the surprise, but I will say that Santa Claus isn't the only thing keeping children up late at night. 

Every year, the Grinders give our top pics in RPG gaming. Even a crappy year like 2025 has had some fantastic releases. For the first time ever, the Grinders all choose a game from one certain franchise. Retro games remade for the modern error without losing the charm of the originals. What were once just 2D pixels are now rich 3D worlds to explore. Stagnant enemies are now in full motion and looking far better than ever. What are those games? I won't spoil the holiday fun! Go sit on Santa's lap, maybe he'll tell you. 

Santa Claus has a Naughty List of all the children who misbehave; however, it pales in comparison to the RPGrinders weekly 2025 Stinkos. Genocidal mad men are murdering innocent fishermen and trying to start wars. Racist losers are kidnapping and disappearing innocent people off the streets. Government agencies protecting wealthy pedophiles. Government agencies weaponizing our courts against their political enemies. All of those and a country that loves its guns more than its children. Maybe this whole country should be on his Naughty List. 

With so many reasons to be exhausted, like the holidays and fascism, we all need a release. What better way to bring people together for fun than gaming? This episode is the finale episode of the RPGrinders version of gaming fun, Game Night! After 2 weeks of wrestling entertainment, the Grinders finally determine the winner of our final game of 2025. Will it be Frank's wicked El Chaupacabra? Or maybe Break's grunty Beast? What about Eric's badass Johnny 5 Bigelow? Or could it be one of the chatter's wrestlers who cleaned house and took home the championship belt?? No hints and Santa can't help you this time!

With that, the Grinders give a Merry Middle Finger to 2025 and wish nothing but the best to all our friends, family, and listeners. May whichever holiday you celebrate be filled with love and joy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The only thing that kinda sucks about Game Night is that I write a bunch of stuff that never even gets used. It took me a couple hours to write the *redacted* ending but no one will hear its glory! lol Oh well, as long as I am still having fun, I see no real need to complain! 

 

RPGrinders EP 841- The Finishing Move!

This episode Break and Eric are excited for the new mega man game (coming in two years), Break brings up more government corruption in his stinkos, Frank is unenthused by what either party has to offer, and finally the Wresting RPG games tournament continues!  Join us the first 3 Fridays of the month 7EST on http://twitch.tv/RPGrinders or the Mexican Long Hair Youtube channel or the RPGrinders Youtube Channel!  Thanks for listening!

RPGrinders Review #110 - Demonschool

I review this fun, if not underbaked RPG from Necrosoft for the Xbox!

P. S. Sorry about the phone's alarm!

RPGrinders EP 840 - Get Your Butt in the Ring!

in this episode of RPGrinders, the crew finally makes a return to Game Night, but not before dealing with some light news and audio issues that would make Max Headroom blush. There were some reviews, but honestly I took a hit to the head by a random object during a wrestling match, so I don't remember too well. But at least there is a whole slew of stinkos about the usual suspects, and a death of a loved actor. But after the Sweetos, Game Night comes back with some of that aforementioned wrestling mayhem I mentioned earlier. Who will come out on top as the best of the best? Be sure to tune in live if you want to find out in real time, Fridays at 7 PM EST on Twitch/Youtube! 

RPGrinders EP 839 - Mikey Johnson is a D-Bag

The holiday season is in full swing. The Grinders are ready to stuff their faces for Thanksgiving. The sales and the shopping are just beginning. But, most important of all, this is the last episode of Grinders for Nov 2026!

While passing the gravy and making your Christmas list, don't forget to listen to Eric's reviews. So close to the end of the year there aren't many new releases left. However, Dec 8th will see the Steam release of the Y's inspired Angeline Era. For the people who don't mind waiting, February 2026 will see the releases of Norse: Oath of Blood and Y's X: Proud Nordics.

Once the food is done, the last thing most people want to do is talk to their family members. So instead of gouging out ears, why not try to relax with a good movie or tv show. The Grinders have some recommendations and some warnings. Are Kpop Demon Hunter or Spin the Bottle going to leave Frank with more indigestion than eating an entire pecan pie? Are Predator Killer of Killers and the Super Mario Bros Movie so bad that they would make Eric prefer to watch football? Are Gen V and Alien Earth filled with enough nudity and gore to make Break enjoy them even more than the sweet potatoes? 

If the dinner table political fight with the drunk uncle wasn't enough to get one's blood boiling, then maybe these Stinkos will get the heart rate up. Our overly stuffed president continues his war on the American people. Between his appointees, our failure of a Congress, and corrupted judges across the country there is a lot of anger. They embrace NAZIism while rejecting science. Despite their hateful claims, people do not become autistic because of vaccines. Also, they need to stop trying to "fix" autistic people. They are not broken!

We can all agree that the stuffing is the best part of the meal. At least, no one can disagree because I have no editor. Just like the stuffing the Sweetos are here to counteract the bitter taste of Stinkos. In the surprise of all surprises the American government is finally releasing the Epstein files. From here, we can only hope it leads to punishment for everyone involved in the abuse and coverup. More than anything, we all should want justice for the victims.

With only one segment left, it's time to loosen those pants for dessert. Almost as good as pumpkin pie but not even close to apple pie is the delicious Driver's Seat. Although the Grinders don't talk much about sports the final segment is dedicated to their favorite and most influential athletes. Football players, Olympians, baseball players, and competitors from numerous other sports get the respect they deserve.

With so many delicious food options, don't be the guest who brings green bean casserole or fruitcakes. That is a good way to not get invited back. But it's not all bad, anyone kicked out of family events has more free time to listen to RPGrinders!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

I know I usually use this space for my sarcasm, but now I'm just thinking about Thanksgiving dinner. Turkey light meat. Turkey dark meat, stuffing, rolls, cranberries, mash potatoes, corn, sweet potatoes, and a variety of pies...

And now I have to try not to drool for a week, no promises and no apologies for drooling in my sleep.

 

 

 

RPGrinders EP 838 - Don't Miss!

This episode Frank works out the kinks on separate platforms, Break about a million stinkos, Eric laments the loss of a legend, and the end of the show sees the guys picking names/moves for next months game night!  Thanks for listening!  LIVE every friday on Twitch: twitch.tv/rpgrinders  Youtube: search Mexican LongHair!

RPGrinders EP 837 - Back from Halloween!

While the crew were away for several weeks due to issues and vacation, we missed our chance for spoopy episode talk. Oh well. At least there is a chunky amount of news to make up for it this time. Highlights are the Corpse Prty Tetrology getting into hot water, and the return of Sigma Star Saga. Afterword Frank has a review for Good Boy. The Crew also has umbrage with the continued war on transgendered folks, as well as democracy and decency. At least in the Sweetos section we can all agree the turnout for No Kings 2.0 was huge. At last, the crew finishes the show with a Driver Seat about which Dragon Monsters, new or old you'd like to see in future games. To see these topics live and participate as such, feel free to join live on Fridays at 7PM at either Twitch(RPGrinders) or Youtube(MexicanLongHair)! 

RPGrinders Review #109 - Shrine's Legacy

I review this throwback action RPG for PC via Steam!

RPGrinders EP 836 - How Eric Ruined the Surprise!

This episode we have very few news stories so the guys talk about a lot of stupid stinkos, but most importantly they talk about their favorite horror games and movies because of course its October!  Stay tuned to find out how Eric ruined Xmas :) Join us LIVE first 3 Friday's of the month on YouTube and Twitch 7EST http://twitch.tv/RPGrinders also search Mexican Long Hair on Youtube!  Thanks for listening!

RPGrinders EP 835 - Summer in October

The spooky season is finally upon us. Every day another yard is covered in Halloween decorations and the autumn leaves. The fall jackets come out as the temperatures drop, at least they would if Global Warming wasn't real. The calendar tells me its October, but Mother Nature is telling me to keep wearing shorts! Honestly, the weather doesn't matter because the Grinders podcast can be enjoyed anywhere at any time. 

You can listen to Grinders while trick or treating. Don't worry. We won't blow your cover. Just say the gray hair is a part of the costume. Collecting candy while listening to the latest gaming news, sounds like a happy holiday to me. The holiday will be even better for fans of the Yakuza series who can look forward to some upcoming releases. Fans of Nioh, Code Vein, and The Seven Deadly Sins can look forward to 2026 for new releases, it's only scary if you hate waiting.

For the parents who are escorting their children as they beg old people for candy. While you are driving slowly, enjoying your beer, is the perfect time to listen to Stinkos! You could be at home, drinking in peace. Instead, you are just hoping your kid gets some good candy, that you plan on stealing in their sleep. You might need those treats to power through yet another price increase from Microsoft. If a bad economy and corporate greed don't get us, Kristi Noem and Pam Bondi might. Even worse that getting pennies in your bag is the Fed spending our tax dollars to protect dictators while ignoring natural disasters here at home. Even more gross than someone giving out open pieces of candy corn, are the actions of ICE. I know I am making jokes, but they are deadly problem. Cowards who have been emboldened to attack the people they have always dreamed of hurting. Sick fucks. 

With such horrible Stinkos, we need some Sweetos to light up our ol' hallows night. Almost as good as finding the one neighborhood that gives out full sized candy bars! Or if you are like Frank, a huge pot bud. Unlike MAGA who is very unpleased with Dear Leaders opinions on marijuana. If they weren't already unhappy, announcing Bad Bunny for the Superbowl has made all of MAGA even less happy. Not quite as happy as Break feels for the future of his favorite baseball team. 

As the night of begging finally ends, the parents can finally have some fun. Put the children to bed, raid their candy bags, put on your sexiest Halloween costume, and listen to an episode of RPGrinders! 

 

                                                     HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                          Favorite Sexy outfit?

 

Winnie the Sexy Pooh?

Slutty Santa Claus?

Handsy Guy on the Bus?

Sexy Three Stooges?

Popeye the Pussy Eater Man?