Best Mash Those Buttons Podcasts (2025)

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‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Finale and the ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms’ Trailer Reactions | The Midnight Boys 2:15:13

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The boys are back, and they’re serving you all of their thoughts on the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 finale, and thus their thoughts on James Gunn’s vision for the season's end. They then dive into the trailers of the newest ‘Game of Thrones’ show, ‘Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,’ and the trailer for the upcoming ‘Wonder Man’ show. (0:00) Intro (5:18) Reac…

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#414: Is 2XKO Ready for Tournaments? 59:27

3d ago59:27

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We tackle the big question: Is 2XKO actually ready for competitive play? After spending weeks in the closed beta, Crashtag, Mezza, and StaticGorilla discuss what's working like solid character variety and surprisingly stable netcode, to what still needs serious polish before Riot's tag fighter can truly shine in the FGC. We dig into the awkward spa…

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#150: Deep Thoughts on Deep Dungeons 1:20:52

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#300: Three Hundred 1:17:31

4d ago1:17:31

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The Shocking EA Sale and ‘Ghost of Yotei’ Reactions | Button Mash 1:27:40

4d ago1:27:40

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One Demon Slayer After Another | The Midnight Boys 2:39:26

9d ago2:39:26

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The Midnight Boys are going to hell, finally sharing their reactions to ‘Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle.’ Later, the guys get into ‘One Battle After Another’ and all of the conversation around the Oscar favorite. Finally, the Boys do a quick check-in on ‘Peacemaker.’ Intro (00:00) Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle (6:55) One Battle After Another (1:17:4…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: September 2025 (Featuring 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds') 59:20

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Hit it! Recommends returns to put a bow on a busy September. First, Ben brings on Ringer contributor Joshua Rivera for a spoiler-free conversation about 'Star Trek: Strange New Worlds,' with an emphasis on the series' appeal, the ups and downs of Season 3, and the state and future of the franchise on both the big and small screens. After that, othe…

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'Marvel Zombies' Deep Dive | Mint Edition 1:00:08

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This week, Steve and Jomi are joined by Ringer writer Daniel Chin to share their spoiler-filled reactions to Marvel’s latest animated project, ‘Marvel Zombies.’ The trio discusses what worked, highlights the action, and breaks down where the series fell short. Intro (0:00) 'Marvel Zombies' discourse (4:48) Outro (56:50) Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and Ste…

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‘Hades II,’ ‘Silent Hill f,’ and ‘Wolverine’ Trailer Reactions | Button Mash 1:34:44

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Ben and Rob Mahoney head back to the House of Hades for an in-depth (but spoiler-free) discussion of ‘Hades II,’ in which they explain how Supergiant’s sequel to ‘Hades’ somehow improves upon its near-perfect predecessor. Then Steve Ahlman arrives to react to ‘Silent Hill f,’ the recent ‘Silent Hill’ series resurgence, and the first trailer for ‘Sp…

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The 'Mandalorian and Grogu’ Trailer and 'Alien: Earth’ Finale Reactions 1:33:14

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The Boys unite in a galaxy far, far away to react to the first ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer. Later, the guys discuss the finale of ‘Alien: Earth,’ including what the future of the show holds, before giving their Midnight Meter. (00:00) Intro (4:20) ‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ (50:39) ‘Alien: Earth’ (1:27:20) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles …

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#299: Raiding, Tanking, and Brann Still Sucks 1:05:20

17d ago1:05:20

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kura are back to talk about what is going on in World of Warcraft. First, Rei tlaks about how people are struggling to find time to play, and people are not showing up as often as they should. She and Kura talk about how keys feel different this season with the new abandon voting mechanic. They also talk about how it is hard to…

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#149: Time for Crafting 1:23:09

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Big Game Adaptations, 'Borderlands 4,' and 'Silksong' Revisited | Button Mash 1:19:21

22d ago1:19:21

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Ben, Steve Ahlman, and Matt James enter the vault to round up recent news on game adaptations (including 'The Super Mario Galaxy Movie,' big-screen 'Call of Duty,' and live-action TV series 'Tomb Raider') and share their spoiler-free reviews of Gearbox's 'Borderlands' comeback, 'Borderlands 4.' They close by delivering their final verdicts on the d…

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'Gen V' Season 2 Premiere Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:10:54

24d ago1:10:54

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The boys are back in school at Godolkin University to discuss the brand-new season premiere of 'Gen V.' They discuss why they loved the show last season and what it gets right in these first three new episodes (00:00). They also talk about how the show adapts to the passing of one of its stars, Chance Perdomo. Then they get into the show's new vill…

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Here Comes the Pitch: Award Show Bait | Mint Edition 1:24:46

26d ago1:24:46

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Steve and Jomi join forces with Rob Mahoney to laugh, rant, and reflect on this year’s Emmy Awards. They break down the winners and losers, explore why fan favorites like 'The White Lotus' and 'The Bear' may have lost their edge, and predict what might win big next year. Later, they play a round of Here Comes the Pitch, where they share their own i…

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 4 and 'Alien: Earth' Episodes 5 and 6 Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:28:26

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The boys are back to talk about the newest episodes of ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’! They dive into the humanizing of Peacemaker and the different varieties of Xenomorphs we’re seeing in ‘Alien: Earth.’ (0:00) Intro (11:49) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2, Episode 4 (45:33) Reactions to ‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 5 and 6 (1:25:32) Outro…

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#148: Patch 7.31 Thoughts, Still Catching Up 1:31:46

1M ago1:31:46

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In this actually-timely episode we talk about the patch 7.31 content a bit, and continue catching up with all the actual in-game stuff we've been doing! A good bit of news / events happened in the last two weeks as well. We've got some takes on the Fanfest announcements, the Mare controversy, a little bit about mods in general, that sort of thing. …

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'Hollow Knight: Silksong' In-Progress Impressions | Button Mash 1:16:34

1M ago1:16:34

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There's a (silk)song in Ben's heart as he brings on Matt James to share their reactions to one of the most anticipated games of the past several years: 'Hollow Knight: Silksong.' In a largely spoiler-free discussion after roughly 60 combined hours spent exploring the land of Pharloom, they consider what made 'Hollow Knight' and its sequel such sens…

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Big Comics Catch-Up: ‘Spider-Man '94‘ Comic Release, ‘Absolute Batman,’ and More 1:04:01

1M ago1:04:01

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Steve and Jomi return for a long-awaited comics catch-up! They dive into ‘Spider-Man ’94’ and share what makes new releases like ‘Exquisite Corpses' and ‘Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum’ stand out. The duo also revisit ‘Absolute Batman’ and other must-reads before closing with their reactions to Amazon’s announcement of a ‘Life Is Strange’ adapta…

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Mantle Wars, James Gunn Nerd News, and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Episode 3 | The Midnight Boys 2:34:03

1M ago2:34:03

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The boys are back to give you the long-awaited Mantle Wars! But first, they talk about the latest Nerd News in the James Gunn universe, and ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Episode 3. (0:00) Intro (7:55) Nerd News: James Gunn (30:26) Reactions to ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 Episode 3 (47:26) Mantle Wars (2:13:08) Outro (2:14:09) Post Credits Hosts: Van Lathan, Char…

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Ringer-Verse Recommends: August 2025 (Featuring 'Foundation') 54:51

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After a brief break, 'Recommends' returns with a revamped format, featuring a conversation between Ben and a guest about one of the month's recommendations! This time, Ben brings on Rany Jazayerli for a spoiler-free focus on sci-fi streaming series 'Foundation,' with an emphasis on the series' strengths, adaptation decisions, latest season, and fut…

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'Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater' and 'Twisted Metal' Season 2 | Button Mash 1:44:32

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Ben places a codec call to Steve Ahlman and Matt James to review the new remake of 'Metal Gear Solid 3.' First, they discuss a deluge of upcoming sequels (including 'Hollow Knight: Silksong') and react to the latest indication that the console wars are over, hardware price hikes, and comebacks by two venerable ninja-centric series. Then they discus…

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’ Episodes 3 and 4 Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:23:37

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The boys are back to talk about the newest episodes of ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 and ‘Alien: Earth’! They dive into what James Gunn’s weaknesses in ‘Peacemaker’ could be and the many questions ‘Alien: Earth' is asking its audience. Plus, they somehow end up discussing Scrappy vs. Scooby Doo. (0:00) Intro (11:32) Spoilers ahead (13:03) Reactions to ‘Pea…

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#298: In the Middle of the Night 1:42:26

1M ago1:42:26

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kurabara are back again this week to talk about the Midnight announcement at Gamescom. But first, Rei talks about her game crashing. They also talk about the Dimensius fight, and complain about Brann in delves. Eric talks about beating the Manaforge Omega on Normal difficulty, and Kura brings up how he had to be dragged through…

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#147: Patch 7.3 Is Here (And So Are We) 1:25:14

2M ago1:25:14

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Patch 7.3 is out, and we've got an actually fresh episode for you! We're mostly catching up on what we've been up to in-game (both patch and non-patch related), and also sprinkle in some spoiler-free thoughts on the new content as we go. We had a ton to catch up on, since it's been a while, so we hope you enjoy a longer-than-usual episode! Episode …

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'Peacemaker' Season 2, Episode 1 Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:34:09

2M ago1:34:09

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The boys are back to talk about the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 premiere! They discuss John Cena’s acting prowess, what ‘Peacemaker’ means for the James Gunn DC universe, and the plans for the new Justice League. (0:00) Intro (14:35) Spoilers ahead (16:17) Reactions to the ‘Peacemaker’ Season 2 premiere (1:27:20) Outro Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, …

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K-Pop: Demon Hunters - Songs, Fandom, and Favorites | Mint Edition 1:14:59

2M ago1:14:59

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Steve and Jomi team up with K-pop stan Jess Clemons to dive into Netflix’s ‘K-pop: Demon Hunters.’ They discuss the film’s explosive popularity, its chart-topping soundtrack, and wrap up by ranking their personal favorite tracks. Intro (0:00) 'K-Pop: Demon Hunters' Deep Dive (5:36) Top Tracks Ranked! (52:58) Outro (1:11:42) Hosts: Jomi Adeniran and…

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The All-Time Mario Games Draft | Button Mash 1:50:29

2M ago1:50:29

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Ben recruits game journalists (and ex-coworkers) Chris Plante, Maddy Myers, and Joshua Rivera to draft the greatest games featuring Mario, in honor of the upcoming 40th anniversary of 'Super Mario Bros.' First, they share their origin stories as Mario gamers, discuss what makes the character so versatile, and speculate on what Nintendo might announ…

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#297: Ghosts of Delvers 1:12:11

2M ago1:12:11

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kurabara are back to talk about their experiences in Patch 11.2 Ghosts of Karesh! First, Rei talks about finishing up the 11.1.7 content. She did not get the Underpin done but she did complete several raid achievements. Also, she and Eric were able to complete some masks for the Horrific Visions Re-visisted and even earn a moun…

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‘Alien: Earth’ First Reactions and an Alien Draft | The Midnight Boys 1:49:36

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The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on FX’s new show: ‘Alien: Earth.’ They then dive into an alien draft, picking their favorite depictions of aliens in media from five categories: human-presenting alien, good alien, bad alien, animated alien, and wild card. (0:00) Intro (10:43) Spoilers ahead (13:10) Reactions to ‘Alien: Earth’ (1:…

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The 25 Greatest Games of the Quarter Century | Button Mash 1:47:07

2M ago1:47:07

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Ben Lindbergh, Steve Ahlman, Matt James, Rob Mahoney, and Daniel Chin press F to pay respects to the finest video games of the 2000s (so far), making five picks per person in a knock-down, drag-out draft of 25 stone-cold classics. Intro (0:00) 25 Greatest Games of the Quarter Century Draft (11:00) Outro (1:43:23) Host: Ben Lindbergh Guests: Steve A…

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Spider-Man 4, 'X-Men', and Did ‘Fantastic Four’ Flop? | The Midnight Boys 2:21:27

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The Midnight Boys are back with a big ol' pod for you after all the Comic-Con madness. They talk about the latest happenings from the set of 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' and how the excitement is more than palpable for the latest web-slinging adventure. Then, they talk about the box office drop-off from 'Fantastic Four' and whether the casual Marvel…

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#413: Evo 2025 (As Told By StaticGorilla) 1:29:32

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Evo 2025 is in the books, and StaticGorilla brings a full breakdown of his experience—from the layout and artist alley to the pools and tournament play. We talk about how this year’s venue changes impacted the vibe, arcade setups, and why this may have been the most well-organized EVO yet. They also unpack global EVO expansion, MvC2 cameos, and mor…

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#296: The Patch 11.2 Quiz! 1:22:11

2M ago1:22:11

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kurabara are back this week to talk about what's coming in Patch 11.2. First, Rei talks about people struggling on raid bosses. Then, they talk about the number of mount runs everyone's been doing. Next, they talk about the goblin portals. Eric talks about his Icecrown Citadel runs taking 30 minutes or so and some classic timew…

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'Eyes of Wakanda,' Plus Marvel Animation: Look Back and Look Ahead | Mint Edition 57:15

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Fresh from San Diego Comic-Con, Steve and Jomi return to break down everything you missed at the convention. They dive into Marvel's latest animated series, 'Eyes of Wakanda,' exploring its storytelling, themes, and what it means for the future of Marvel animation. Plus, they preview what's coming next in the animated universe and tease a special R…

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The Best of San Diego Comic-Con 2025 | The Midnight Boys 38:04

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The Midnight Boys are back and recording from San Diego to give you all of the news and reactions from the floor of San Diego Comic-Con. They discuss all of the major panels from Hall H, including 'Project Hail Mary', 'Alien: Earth,' 'Tron: Ares,' and so much more. They also talk about the Ringer-Verse panel and getting to meet all of you at the me…

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Marvel, DC, or 'Star Wars': Who’s Winning IP in 2025? LIVE at SDCC 2025 | The Ringer-Verse 52:39

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The Ringer-Verse takes stock of IP in 2025 live at San Diego Comic-Con. In a busy year, what's been the best and worst in IP so far? San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC) owns the SDCC trademarks used in this episode and are used under license. Hosts: Joanna Robinson, Mallory Rubin, Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve Ahlman Producers:…

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#412: Evo 2025 Incoming, 2XKO Updates, and Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer 1:19:24

3M ago1:19:24

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Evo 2025 is right around the corner, and Double Tap is breaking down everything leading up to the biggest fighting game event of the year. The crew dives into the latest 2XKO updates, including Vi’s gameplay trailer and major system changes for the upcoming beta. Plus, they dissect the Mortal Kombat 2 movie trailer and highlight key reveals from Ke…

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‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 1:57:28

3M ago1:57:28

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The Boys are back to give you all of their thoughts on one of the most highly anticipated films of the year: ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps.’ They talk about the newest portrayal of the beloved Fantastic Four characters, give you a bit of comic book context, and dive into questions they had after seeing the film. (0:00) Intro (11:27) Spoilers ahe…

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#295: Mount Runs and Bank Runs 1:31:33

3M ago1:31:33

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Nick, Rei, Eric, and Kurabara are back this week to talk about what has been going on in World of Warcraft! First, Rei talks about doing her mount runs with the Collectors Bounty Buff active. She also talks about multitasking while dpsing, and making new friends. Eric also talks about chasing mounts. Kurabara is excited for the upcoming Mists of Pa…

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Who Needs a New 3D ‘Mario’ When We Have ‘Donkey Kong Bananza’? | Button Mash 1:34:43

3M ago1:34:43

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Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons begin with a roundup of game adaptation news, covering the ‘Mortal Kombat II’ trailer, Netflix’s live-action ‘Assassin’s Creed’ series, the ‘Legend of Zelda’ casting announcements, and an apparent animated ‘Donkey Kong’ movie. Then they dive deep (both in game and on mic) into new Nintendo masterpiece ‘Donkey Kong …

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The Comic-Con Hype Meter | Mint Edition 58:07

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Junior Mints, lock in—Comic-Con season is here! Steve and Jomi are back with a special San Diego Comic-Con preview, breaking down everything you need to know before the convention kicks off. From 'Tron' to 'Alien: Earth' to 'Peacemaker' to 'Coyote vs. Acme,' they cover what to expect and what they're most excited about. Plus, get a sneak peek at th…

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‘Superman’ Q&A with the Midnight Riders! | The Midnight Boys 1:04:47

3M ago1:04:47

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The boys are back and they’re here to give you more ‘Superman’ takes but this time, they’re live! The Midnight Riders have questions, and we’re here to answer them! Don’t forget, The Ringer-Verse is going to Comic-Con! We'll be hosting our very own panel at 6 p.m. PT on Thursday, July 24, at Grand 10 & 11, Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina for all …

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‘College Football 26’ and the Return of ‘Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater,’ Plus Tony Hawk Himself! | Button Mash 1:20:09

3M ago1:20:09

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Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan huddle up to discuss ‘EA Sports College Football 26,’ the sequel to last year’s bestselling comeback for the ‘College Football’ franchise, focusing on the depths of Van’s obsession, the series’ transition to an annual release schedule, and whether college basketball games will be the next to return. Then, Ben, Van, and …

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‘Superman’ Instant Reactions | The Midnight Boys 2:12:53

3M ago2:12:53

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Look up in the sky! The Midnight Boys are here to give their reactions to the long-awaited James Gunn–directed ‘Superman.’ They break down what they loved about the film from Lex Luthor, Krypto, and more. They also speak on how they think this entry can mark the beginning of a new DC Cinematic Universe informed by Gunn’s vision. Will the superhero …

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#411: EVO 2025 News, Guilty Gear Strive Updates, and Street Fighter 6 Swimsuits 1:15:56

3M ago1:15:56

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Crash and Static Gorilla dive into Evo’s record-breaking Marvel vs. Capcom 2 tournament numbers, the evolving Tekken 8 and Street Fighter 6 landscape, and what players can expect at EWC with big payouts on the line. They also cover Guilty Gear Strive’s Anime Expo panel, the Lucy reveal coming to Evo, and how Cyberpunk’s Edgerunners music will shake…