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Checkpoint Chat

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Checkpoint Chat is an invitation to an all new gaming conversation. Hosted by seasoned writers Alessandro Barbosa (Gamespot, Critical Hit) and Matthew Figueira (Critical Hit), indulge yourself in discussion about games being played right now, weekly news and conversations with you, a listener.
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Episode 226 - Reverso

Checkpoint ChatJun 05, 2023

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Episode 226 - Reverso

Episode 226 - Reverso

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's all Diablo IV and Street Fighter 6 again but this time from the reverse perspectives as last time out. Are both big releases stacking up to their hype?


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-- SHOW NOTES --

00:00:00​ - Short term memory and dethawing chickens

00:10:40 - A reverse Diablo IV discussion

00:24:28 - And the same for Street Fighter 6

00:35:15 - Games out this week

00:38:57 - The latest gaming news

01:07:42 - A lost listener question (RIP)


#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Jun 05, 202301:11:03
Episode 225 - Linkquid Snake

Episode 225 - Linkquid Snake

This week on Checkpoint Chat new games are bursting out of the seams with Street Fighter 6 proving to be the return to form we all hoped for and Diablo IV delivering an incredible story and action role-playing experience from the get go this time.


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-- SHOW NOTES --

00:00:00​ - Literally the weird weather and cool press kits

00:08:45 - A sneaky Street Fighter 6 review

00:28:41 - And a surprise Diablo IV review

00:49:02 - Where do people find the time to play Tears of the Kingdom?

00:53:06 - Games out this week

00:55:15 - The latest gaming news

01:33:45 - Listener questions


#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

May 30, 202301:36:09
Episode 224 - Kindle Papercuts

Episode 224 - Kindle Papercuts

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we're neck deep in the enchanting world of Hyrule in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Mortal Kombat is getting yet another reboot, and Overwatch 2 is dealt an almost fatal blow.


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-- SHOW NOTES --

00:00:00​ - Papercuts from Kindles are deadly 00:05:28 - Matty is leaving us! (for now) 00:13:43 - We are absolutely hooked on Tears of the Kingdom 00:37:12 - Games out this week 00:43:27 - The latest gaming news 01:05:25 - Listener questions


#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

May 22, 202301:08:42
Episode 223 - Fusion Dance

Episode 223 - Fusion Dance

This week on Checkpoint Chat, one of the biggest games of the year is here as we take a look at the opening hours of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Star Wars Jedi Survivor is shaping up as a perfect sequel, and Advanced Wars still retains its engrossing charm after all these years.


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-- SHOW NOTES --

00:00:00​ - Matty has weather-predicting hands 00:07:48 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is here at last! 00:20:28 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is a fantastic game (with issues) 00:37:41 - We finished Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp! 00:46:15 - Games out this week 00:49:56 - The latest gaming news 01:16:57 - Your lovely listener questions


#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

May 15, 202301:36:40
Episode 222 - Crazy Beans

Episode 222 - Crazy Beans

This week on Checkpoint Chat, war goes mobile with the re-introduction of Advance Wars on Nintendo Switch, Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC makes a good case for the future of the series, and Resident Evil 4 Remake is a stone-cold classic. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - F bombs and kids these days 00:13:33 - Sandy finally finished Resident Evil 4 Remake 00:26:15 - Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp is strategic addiction 00:37:18 - Matty finished Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC 00:48:32 - Games out this week 00:51:03 - The latest gaming news 01:24:05 - No listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

May 01, 202301:28:03
Episode 221 - Cup Board

Episode 221 - Cup Board

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Los Angeles is entirely underwater as Aloy continues her bid to save the world in Horizon Forbidden West: The Burning Shores, Samus Aran is puzzling around pirates in Metroid Prime Remaster, and the blocks required a little more thought this time in this RTS spin-off Minecraft Legends.


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-- SHOW NOTES --

00:00:00​ - Producing is hard 00:09:16 - The Metroid Prime Remaster is real good 00:20:15 - We forgot how to play Horizon Forbidden West (but Burning Shores looks fantastic) 00:29:48 - Minecraft Legends is a strange (yet fun) RTS 00:42:35 - Games out this week 00:51:35 - The latest gaming news 01:16:33 - Listener questions!


#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Apr 24, 202301:25:07
Episode 220 - Chibi Steroids

Episode 220 - Chibi Steroids

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Doom Slayer is so cute and small but still ready to rev that chainsaw in Mighty Doom, things aren't so great with The Last of Us Part I on PC right now, and Resident Evil 4 continues to serve up the right amount of engrossing action and grin-inducing cheese. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - The evolution of the Internet 00:09:15 - The Resident Evil 4 remains fantastic 00:17:26 - The Last of Us Part I PC port is a hot mess 00:29:40 - Mighty Doom is a mobile gem 00:36:16 - Games out this week 00:40:58 - The latest gaming news 01:17:35 - Matty didn't ask for questions so he's fired #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Apr 10, 202301:21:02
Episode 219 - Viva Las Plagas

Episode 219 - Viva Las Plagas

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Leon's here and suplexes are back on the menu in Resident Evil 4 Remake, Bayonetta takes a turn for the cute in Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon, and is E3 well and truly dead this time? Probably. Remember, we're running a two-week giveaway with Gigabyte South Africa where one lucky listener will walk away with a stunning Aorus Waterforce X 240 All-In-One Cooler to take your gaming PC to the next level. Check out all the many ways to enter here: ⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/WinCpuCooler⁠⁠ Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Big head mode enabled 00:07:20 - The Resident Evil 4 Remake is deliciously good 00:33:08 - Bayonetta Origins is unexpected and enchanting 00:44:09 - Games out this week 00:47:40 - The latest gaming news 01:17:01 - Listener questions (we actually answered them!) #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Apr 03, 202301:30:44
Episode 218 - Dust Too

Episode 218 - Dust Too

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we take to the seas and uncover the horrors underneath the waves in Dredge, turns out no one really can hear you scream in Dead Space, and Dead Cells continues to be the roguelite to beat with its new Castlevania expansion.

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-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00​ - A speedy introduction and a neat Gigabyte competition

00:11:06 - Dredge is a Bloodbornesque fishing game (that we enjoyed)

00:21:44 - Dead Cells: Return to Castlevania is a fantastic DLC

00:32:04 - The Dead Space remake is also real good

00:42:23 - Games out this week

00:46:03 - The latest gaming news

01:12:37 - Listener questions (sorry, we ran out of time)


#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Mar 27, 202301:15:48
Episode 217 - Baby Face

Episode 217 - Baby Face

This week on Checkpoint Chat, no cows are safe in an early look at Resident Evil 4 Remake, space is still creepy in the Dead Space remake, and Cereza is tiny in Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon.  

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-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00​ - Shaving advice  
00:13:30 - We're playing Dead Space (finally)
00:26:23 - Resident Evil 4's Chainsaw Demo is a great taste test
00:38:34 - Bayonetta Origins: Cereza and the Lost Demon's demo is neat too
00:49:55 - Games out this week  
00:51:22 - The latest gaming news  
01:14:45 - Listener questions  

#gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Mar 13, 202301:31:50
Episode 216 - Wo Long Tea

Episode 216 - Wo Long Tea

This week on Checkpoint Chat, controller's get sweaty as Team Ninja's latest starts stressing our abilities in Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Atomic Heart is a fun game with a truly awful story, and DID YOU HEAR ABOUT ELDEN RING DLC?  

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-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00- Adulting, inverting, Eminem NFTs, and sickness
00:15:12 - Atomic Heart's story is actual nonsense
00:32:03 - Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty feels real good so far!
00:48:11 - Games out this week  
00:51:22 - The latest gaming news  
01:20:19 - Listener questions

Mar 06, 202301:35:39
Episode 215 - Russian Bear

Episode 215 - Russian Bear

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we're still enjoying our travels back in time to a technologically advanced USSR in Atomic Heart, we've played around with the DualSense Edge for a month and think it's pretty great, and Suicide Squad is looking a bit strange right?

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-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00​ - The Last of Us show slaps real hard
00:07:02 - We've finished Atomic Heart!
00:26:10 - Our final review of the DualSense Edge
00:35:45 - Games out this week  
00:39:33 - The latest gaming news  
01:04:05 - Listener questions

Feb 27, 202301:08:28
Episode 214 - Padel Heart

Episode 214 - Padel Heart

This week on Checkpoint Chat we're deep in the Soviet Union fighting rebellious robots in Atomic Heart, the magic had faded fast in Hogwarts Legacy, and Padel has an MMR system now?

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-- SHOW NOTES --     

00:00:00​ - Eskom (of course) and padel   
00:09:38 - We're playing Atomic Heart!  
00:24:55 - Our final review of Hogwarts Legacy  
00:48:45 - Games out this week   
00:56:40 - The latest gaming news   
01:18:33 - Listener questions

Feb 20, 202301:34:11
Episode 213 - Kick It

Episode 213 - Kick It

This week on Checkpoint Chat, magic is burst at the seams with looks at both Forspoken and Hogwarts Legacy, but not before we dive into the rhythmic GOTY contender, Hi-Fi Rush.

Feb 13, 202301:29:20
Episode 212 - Less Big

Episode 212 - Less Big

This week on Checkpoint Chat there's a whole bunch of games new and old to get through, including Hi-Fi Rush, Forspoken, Final Fantasy Crisis Core: Reunion and...a new PlayStation controller?

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-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00 - Editing tomfoolery and padel tennis
00:12:32 - Hi-Fi Rush is a lovely surprise
00:25:34 - It's early days for us and Forspoken
00:35:07 - The DualSense Edge feels real nice (thus far)!
00:43:47 - Our Crisis Core –Final Fantasy VII– Reunion review
00:55:25 - Games out this week 00:58:19 - The latest gaming news
01:23:20 - Listener questions  

Jan 30, 202301:40:59
Episode 211 - Bearded Dragons

Episode 211 - Bearded Dragons

Checkpoint Chat is back for 2023 (finally), and we've brought along a menagerie of games we played over the break including Signalis, Final Fantasy Crisis Core Reunion, Darks Souls I & II, Immortality, The Witcher 3, and more.

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-- SHOW NOTES --     

00:00:00- HAPPY (LATE) NEW YEAR!
00:15:51 - We finished Signalis
00:26:26 - Immortality is a must play "game"
00:39:56 - Crisis Core is goofy but we love it
00:47:17 - Wind's still howling in Witcher 3 (now with pretty graphics)
00:48:45 - We went back in time to play Dark Souls 1...
00:52:53 - ... AND Dark Souls 2!
00:56:26 - Games out this week
01:01:25 - The latest gaming news
01:25:02 - Listener questions

Jan 23, 202301:34:52
Episode 210 - Game of the Year 2022

Episode 210 - Game of the Year 2022

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about Game of the Year 2022! Join us for our personal Top 5 games lists, consisting of some expected favourites and complete outliers to round off a great year in gaming.  

-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00​ - Staying hydrated is important!
00:10:23 - Matty's honourable mentions
00:15:16 - Sandy's honourable mentions
00:20:40 - Matty's #5 (Fortnite)
00:23:38 - Sandy's #5 (Hyper Demon)
00:25:47 - Matty's #4 (Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak)
00:28:52 - Sandy's #4 (God of War Ragnarök)  
00:31:45 - Matty's #3 (God of War Ragnarök)  
00:35:28 - Sandy's #3 (Marvel Snap)
00:41:46 - Matty's #2 (Tunic)
00:47:59 - Sandy's #2 (Elden Ring)
00:52:30 - Matty's #1 (Elden Ring)
00:58:10 - Sandy's #1 (Tunic)
01:05:40 - Listener GOTYs  

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Dec 12, 202201:13:21
Episode 209 - Sun's Out, Guns Out

Episode 209 - Sun's Out, Guns Out

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's awards season so we try and predict all 31 winners of this year's Game Awards ahead of the show. Who will come out on top between Elden Ring, God of War Ragnarök, Tunic, Stray, Xenoblade Chronicles 3, and many, many more?

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-- SHOW NOTES --   

00:00:00 - What happened to Hagrid's face?
00:10:45 - Our Game Award predictions!
01:07:10 - Listener questions  

Dec 05, 202201:16:48
Episode 208 - Galloping Motorbike

Episode 208 - Galloping Motorbike

This week on a stacked episode of Checkpoint Chat, we touch on God of War Ragnarok, Spider-Man: Miles Morales on PC, Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, Sonic Frontiers, and Vampire Survivors. That's a lot of pixels.

---- SHOW NOTES -----     

00:00:00 - End of year fatigue and bedtime gaming
00:14:16 - Sandy is nearly done with God of War Ragnarok
00:22:39 - Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales looks fantastic on PC
00:25:47 - Sonic Frontiers has issues, but it's still a good time!
00:37:40 - We're catching them all in Pokémon Scarlet
00:50:03 - Help we're addicted to Vampire Survivors
00:58:11 - Games out this week (26 November - 2 December)
01:04:08 - This week in gaming news
01:26:45 - Listener questions    

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Nov 28, 202201:43:27
Episode 207 - Emotional Pellet

Episode 207 - Emotional Pellet

This week on Checkpoint Chat the new games keep rolling in with Bayonetta 3 and Sonic Frontiers taking up our attention this time. We're also still hopelessly engrossed in Marvel Snap somebody help.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - Smart homes aren't always THAT smart
00:12:35 - Bayonetta 3 is pretty bonkers
00:24:54 - We can't stop playing Marvel Snap!
00:32:13 - Sonic Frontiers is a pleasant surprise (thus far)
00:44:54 - Games out this week (12 - 18 November)
00:54:05 - This week in gaming news
01:16:24 - Listener questions  

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Nov 14, 202201:29:54
Episode 206 - Brother

Episode 206 - Brother

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we've collectively pours dozens of hours into God of War Ragnarök and weigh in on the highly anticipated sequel, cards are still being snapped in Marvel Snap, and PSVR 2 costs how much?

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Password keeping and the metaverse
00:13:25 - A sneaky God of War Ragnarök review
00:45:04 - We're still hopelessly addicted to Marvel Snap
00:50:45 - Games out this week (5 - 11 November)
00:58:12 - This week in gaming news
01:24:35 - Listener questions

Nov 07, 202201:36:38
Episode 205 - Cat Knees

Episode 205 - Cat Knees

This week on Checkpoint Chat, the release flood runs rampant with a preview of God of War: Ragnarok, a review of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's campaign, and a little dip into the Marvel Snap pond of card game good times.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Cat knees and elbows
00:12:58 - We're playing God of War Ragnarök!
00:26:48 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's campaign is... fine?
00:40:33 - Marvel Snap is mobile card goodness
00:51:43 - Games out this week (29 October - 4 November)
01:03:10 - Listener questions  

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Oct 31, 202201:11:29
Episode 204 - Weaponized Cows

Episode 204 - Weaponized Cows

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we take a disappointing glide through the streets of Gotham in Gotham Knights, Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is an incredibly clever sequel, and there's loads of promise in the opening hours of A Plague Tale: Requiem. 

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Cats are agents of chaos and cleaning while cooking
00:16:11 - Gotham Knights is... aggressively average
00:35:23 - Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope, meanwhile, is delightful!
00:45:10 - A Plague Tale: Requiem is a real looker
00:55:29 - Games out this week (22-28 October)
01:00:23 - All the latest gaming news
01:34:24 - Listener questions  

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Oct 24, 202201:40:19
Episode 203 - Keyboard Shooters

Episode 203 - Keyboard Shooters

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we delve into the appropriately disgusting but disappointingly frustrating Scorn, land some punches in the Street Fighter 6 Online Beta, and dissect just what is going wrong with Overwatch 2.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - The evolution of the first person shooter
00:14:20 - Scorn is a disgusting game (for more reasons than one)
00:31:56 - The Street Fighter 6 beta was fun!
00:42:44 - Overwatch 2 is a good game with big issues
00:54:58 - Games out this week (15-21 October)
01:03:35 - All the latest gaming news
01:24:34 - Listener questions  

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Oct 17, 202201:40:46
Episode 202 - Scorching Tumbleweed

Episode 202 - Scorching Tumbleweed

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we evade the heat by standing in chilly queues in Overwatch 2, while also visiting a simpler (and deadlier) time in A Plague Tale: Innocence. 

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Dry air and plane movies
00:17:12 - We've (barely) put time into Overwatch 2
00:31:42 - A Plague Tale: Innocence is still great
00:43:28 - Games out this week (8-15 October)
00:47:15 - All the latest gaming news
01:14:23 - Listener questions  

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Oct 10, 202201:26:57
Episode 201 - Majestic Nemesis

Episode 201 - Majestic Nemesis

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we get rhythmic with the Doom-styled shooter of Metal: Hellsinger, take a visit to Kamurocho in Yakuza 0, and dissect how the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 is shaping up based on its beta. Also, RIP Stadia.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Nemesis in a bikini and Christmas in October
00:12:25 - The Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 beta was fun
00:20:45 - Yakuza 0 is finally clicking
00:33:11 - Metal: Hellsinger is FPS goodness
00:47:08 - Games out this week (1-7 October)
00:51:27 - All the latest gaming news
01:21:50 - Listener questions  

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Oct 03, 202201:26:18
Episode 200 - Elden Lords

Episode 200 - Elden Lords

We've finally made it to Episode 200 of Checkpoint Chat, so to celebrate we're taking a deep dive into Elden Ring, get lost in the visual mayhem of Hyper Demon, style it up as squid kids in Splatoon 3, and lots more.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Hey it's episode 200!
00:07:50 - Hyper Demon is digital crack
00:18:35 - Splatoon 3 is great, but has connection issues
00:26:57 - We're getting chromed in Fortnite
00:33:45 - Paladins is surprisingly good?
00:40:08 - Finally, our full Elden Ring review!
01:13:55 - We answer your questions!  

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Sep 26, 202201:28:12
Episode 199 - Trumpet Dough

Episode 199 - Trumpet Dough

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we've finished up Saints Row and found it to be a strange, confusing thing, there's still some more fun to have in Elden Ring, and just what is Sony doing with the rising PS5 prices?

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - We should really play Bloodborne again
00:13:33 - Our Saints Row review
00:33:14 - Sandy bought the best dad in Fortnite
00:37:36 - Surprise, an Elden Ring segment!
00:44:40 - Games out this week
00:49:07 - All the latest gaming news
01:25:53 - Could this be dog?  

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Aug 29, 202201:31:18
Episode 198 - Strawberry Road

Episode 198 - Strawberry Road

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we dive into the world of the rebooted Saints Row, chomp down on some delicious cake in Kirby's Dream Buffet, and answer all of your lovely questions.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Hay fever and nuclear fallouts
00:12:15 - We've played the opening hours of Saints Row!
00:29:41 - Kirby's Dream Buffet is a tasty little Nintendo title
00:41:41 - Games out this week
00:46:13 - All the latest gaming news
01:03:07 - We answer all your questions!

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Aug 22, 202201:33:05
Episode 197 - Spider Cult

Episode 197 - Spider Cult

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we check out Spider-Man Remastered in all its glory on PC, start a cult in Cult of the Lamb, and continue our adventures through the anime fest that is Xenoblade Chronicles 3.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Cold fronts, hills, American accents, and cheesecake
00:14:39​ - Marvel’s Spider-Man Remastered on PC is a great time
00:29:11 - It's early days, but Cult of the Lamb is real good!
00:42:13 - Xenoblade Chronicles 3 is proper JRPG nonsense (and we love it)
00:54:54 - Games out this week
01:01:20 - All the latest gaming news
01:24:21 - We answer all your questions!  

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Aug 15, 202201:37:27
Episode 196 - Eating Fidough

Episode 196 - Eating Fidough

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we get down with the anime in Xenoblade Chronicles 3, everything needs to be cleaned in Powerwash Simulator, and would we eat a baked Fidough? Probably.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Touching grass (and grace)
00:11:43​ - We've barely scratched the surface of Xenoblade Chronicles 3
00:26:45 - Turbo Golf Racing seems like it could be good fun
00:28:18 - PowerWash Simulator is cathartic goodness
00:39:50 - Games out this week
00:42:09 - All the latest gaming news
01:07:50 - We answer all your questions!

Aug 08, 202201:24:06
Episode 195 - Tubby Pink Sauce

Episode 195 - Tubby Pink Sauce

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we're deep into the tiles again with Into The Breach, speedrunning Stray is the new coolness on the block, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is still so hot. 

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Sunsets and Teletubbies
00:13:15​ - Into the Breach on mobile is a fantastic time sink  
00:24:20 - We snagged the platinum on Stray
00:31:52 - TMNT: Shredder's Revenge is nostalgic goodness
00:41:20 - Games out this week
00:46:08 - All the latest gaming news
01:15:18 - Listener questions

Aug 01, 202201:24:06
Episode 194 - Warm Tyres

Episode 194 - Warm Tyres

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we get down with the purring and gush about Stray again, the tyres are burning red in Forza Horizon 5's newest Hot Wheels expansion, and is The Last of Us Part 1 worth another $70?

---- SHOW NOTES -----

00:00:00​ - Cats are dicks (but we love them)
00:08:14​ - Our full Stray review...
00:26:26 - ... and our full Forza Horizon 5: Hot Wheels review
00:42:32 - Games out this week
00:49:58 - All the latest gaming news

Jul 25, 202201:10:38
Episode 193 - Post-Apocalyptic Meows

Episode 193 - Post-Apocalyptic Meows

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we meow on command with post-apocalyptic cat adventure Stray, new monsters are our prey in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, and hot damn Metroid Dread is still some fire.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - Movie trailers and JRPG formulas
00:11:17 - We're playing Stray!
00:32:34 - Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak remains addictive AF
00:37:43 - Sandy finally rolled credits on Metroid Dread
00:44:35 - Games out this week
00:48:57 - All the latest gaming news
01:11:02 - We answer all your questions!

Jul 19, 202201:19:19
Episode 192 - Crab Claw

Episode 192 - Crab Claw

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we hunt down new monsters to craft better weapons in Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak, there's another check-in on Elden Ring, and the news machine is back in overdrive again!

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - Stage 6 heartbreak and Fortnite
00:07:50 - Sunbreak is an addictive Monster Hunter Rise expansion!
00:29:06 - Elden Ring. Don't act surprised!
00:41:05 - Games out this week
00:44:47 - All the latest gaming news
01:11:24 - We answer all your questions!

Jul 11, 202201:19:04
Episode 191 - Pimp My Acquisition

Episode 191 - Pimp My Acquisition

This week on a rare in-person Checkpoint Chat, we get racing with F1 22, build up relationships in battle in Fire Emblem: Three Hopes, track down some monsters in Monster Hunter: Rise and Sunbreak, and relive the history of the blue blur in Sonic Origins.

Side note: this week's excellent audio quality was sponsored by Eskom. (Apologies for that)

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Complicated steering wheels
00:13:08​ - We started F1 22...
00:26:28 - ... and we started Fire Emblem: Three Hopes
00:30:53 - Help we're addicted to Monster Hunter Rise again
00:42:01 - Sonic Origins is super retro
00:46:58 - Games out this week
00:50:03 - All the latest gaming news
01:14:20 - We answer all your questions!

Jul 04, 202201:28:59
Episode 190 - Throwing Hands

Episode 190 - Throwing Hands

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we get properly freaked out by spider hands in Elden Ring, throw foot soldiers at the screen in TMNT: Shredder's Revenge, make close comebacks in Mario Strikers: Battle League, and get our anime sword skills back on in Monster Hunter: Rise.

---- SHOW NOTES -----     

00:00:00 - WTF it's raining in winter?
00:09:30 - Surprise, we're STILL playing Elden Ring!
00:17:33 - We rolled credits on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge
00:24:02 - Mario Strikers: Battle League is fun, but light on content
00:38:45 - Monster Hunter Rise is so smooth on PC
00:45:22 - Games out this week
00:47:55 - All the latest gaming news
01:08:53 - We answer none of your questions (RIP!)

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Jun 27, 202201:11:38
Episode 189 - Gun Trees

Episode 189 - Gun Trees

This week on Checkpoint Chat we travel back in time with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge, have a vibe check-in with Fortnite and Elden Ring, and score some hatricks in Mario Strikers: Battle League. 

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - Cold cats and spoon-feeding plants
00:10:53 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge is retro goodness!
00:21:58 - Is anybody surprised that we're still talking about Elden Ring?
00:29:52 - Mario Strikers: Battle League is... too easy?
00:38:56 - Games out this week
00:42:27 - All the latest gaming news
01:25:08 - We answer your questions!

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Jun 20, 202201:32:29
Episode 188 - Critical Failure

Episode 188 - Critical Failure

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we've put a lot more hours into Diablo Immortal and it's still good? The Summer Game Fest has also kicked off and Keighley's opening night had some big games to get excited about. Also, screw Eskom.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - An important announcement
00:00:50​ - Life hacks, Elden Ring, and Batman
00:11:01 - Diablo Immortal is actually decent?
00:24:22 - Games out this week
00:25:30 - All the latest gaming news

Jun 13, 202201:05:03
Episode 187 - LeChonk Chops

Episode 187 - LeChonk Chops

This week on Checkpoint Chat we're clicking demons and collecting loot in Diablo Immortal, Fortnite is real different without building, and hooboy was that a stacked PlayStation State of Play.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Back support and chair affairs
00:07:57 - Diablo Immortal sure is a mobile game (and addictive at that)
00:27:44 - Fortnite's no-build mode is a good time
00:32:45 - Games out this week
00:35:03 - All the latest gaming news
01:08:35 - We answer all your questions!


Jun 06, 202201:17:58
Episode 186 - Souls Space

Episode 186 - Souls Space

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we've got firm concluding thoughts on rhythm action game Soundfall, space Soulslike Dolmen, and a whole bunch of talk about Sony's 2022 plans and Game Pass.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Cake transactions and food of the future
00:12:46 - Soundfall is... too long
00:21:23​ - Dolmen, meanwhile, is entirely okay
00:31:50 - Games out this week
00:37:31 - All the latest gaming news
01:08:10 - We answer all your questions!

May 30, 202201:28:02
Episode 185 - Bonus Kitten Content

Episode 185 - Bonus Kitten Content

We're back and so are all the games! This week on Checkpoint Chat, we touch on Elden Ring, Lumines, Dolmen, Moonlighter, and Soundfall (which is a lot by our count).

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - Hoodies and ice-cream
00:10:30 - Matty loved Moonlighter...
00:12:02 - ... and he's hooked on Lumines!
00:19:34 - Matty also rolled credits on Elden Ring (finally)
00:37:02 - Damn, he played some Dolmen too!
00:45:32 - Sandy, meanwhile, has been jamming Soundfall
00:52:57 - Games out this week
00:59:27 - All the latest gaming news
01:23:03 - We answer all your questions!

May 23, 202201:43:21
Episode 184 - Sweet Haloumi

Episode 184 - Sweet Haloumi

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we dive into space mines with Deep Rock Galactic, get physical with Nintendo Switch Sports, dissect what best fits in Kirby's mouth with The Forgotten Land, and juggle two jobs with Moonlighter. 

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Excellent timing and stopping the car
00:08:40 - Another Elden Ring check in (of course)
00:12:31​ - Quick impressions on Nintendo Switch Sports  
00:27:44 - We know we're late, but Deep Rock Galactic rules?
00:37:01 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land is EXCELLENT!
00:43:18 - We're addicted to Moonlighter
00:51:33 - Games out this week
00:53:48 - All the latest gaming news
01:28:17 - We answer all your questions!

May 02, 202201:58:45
Episode 183 - Bad Knees

Episode 183 - Bad Knees

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we break everything in sight during a tour through Teardown, conspire to overthrow governments in Road 96, and touch on the lingering effects of both Metroid Dread and Rogue Legacy.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - HAPPY BIRTHDAY SANDY and expensive cars
00:14:21​ - Kirby and the Forgotten Land is real good...
00:20:54 - ... and so is Teardown!
00:32:41 - Road 96 has some issues
00:47:30 - A catchup on Metroid Dread
00:54:53 - Games out this week
01:02:35 - All the latest gaming news
01:21:15 - We answer all your questions!

Apr 25, 202201:26:03
Episode 182 - Easter Echidnas

Episode 182 - Easter Echidnas

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we wax lyrical about Tunic and revisit childhood memories with Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. There's also some food crimes about melting chocolate eggs, don't call the police.

Apr 18, 202201:25:23
Episode 181 - Irradiated Turtles

Episode 181 - Irradiated Turtles

We're back and so are the games! This week on Checkpoint Chat we check out Ghostwire: Tokyo, Kirby and the Forgotten Land, and the latest Xbox Game Pass hit, Tunic!

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:12 - Diving and the origins of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
00:11:01 - A mention of Horizon Forbidden West and Elden Ring
00:11:47 - Our full Ghostwire Tokyo review
00:30:08 - Kirby and the Forgotten Land is good fun!
00:42:31 - Tunic is a true 2022 indie surprise
00:57:15 - Games out this week
00:59:23 - All the latest gaming news
01:24:08 - We answer all your questions!

Apr 04, 202201:36:53
Episode 180 - Nevergreen Trees

Episode 180 - Nevergreen Trees

This week on a deja-vu episode of Checkpoint Chat, we're still talking about the gigantic games we're playing including Elden Ring, Horizon Forbidden West, Gran Turismo 7, and more. 

Mar 21, 202201:20:54
Episode 179 - Reverse Oprah

Episode 179 - Reverse Oprah

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we get our car collections on in Gran Turismo 7, while also checking in with the never-ending playthroughs of both Horizon Forbidden West and Elden Ring, both of which are still *very good*.

Mar 14, 202201:26:15
Episode 178 - Ring Your Elders

Episode 178 - Ring Your Elders

This week on day/night episode of Checkpoint Chat, we unravel the mysteries of Elden Ring and breakdown why it's the first game to actually learn from Breath of the Wild, while also examining how Horizon Forbidden West ignores it in all of the worst ways.

Mar 07, 202201:28:27
Episode 177 - Packing Heat In That Gi

Episode 177 - Packing Heat In That Gi

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we finally have the chance to talk about our time with Valve's Steam Deck while also checking in on Horizon Forbidden West after a lot more time with the sequel. Also, have you seen Ryu's feet?

Feb 28, 202201:36:13
Episode 176 - Whatcha Buyin'

Episode 176 - Whatcha Buyin'

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty travel to the distant future with Horizon Forbidden West, while also checking-in on the martial art antics of Sifu and the destructive bosses of Dark Souls III.

Feb 21, 202201:18:21
Episode 175 - You Wouldn't Eat A Car

Episode 175 - You Wouldn't Eat A Car

We're back and it's a packed week on Checkpoint Chat as we check out Pokemon Arceus, Dark Souls III, Dying Light 2, and more. Also did you see what Kirby was eating in that Nintendo Direct?

Feb 14, 202201:36:44
Episode 174 - Cigarette Lighter Boi

Episode 174 - Cigarette Lighter Boi

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we dive into the dangerous caverns of Spelunky 2, travel back in time to catch those pocket monsters in Pokémon Legends: Arceus, and we check out some of the improvements made to two exceptional PS4 games in Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection.

Jan 31, 202201:27:51
Episode 173 - New Year, New Monopoly

Episode 173 - New Year, New Monopoly

Checkpoint Chat is back, and we've got a truckload of games to talk about that kept us busy during the holidays, including Halo: Infinite, Dead Space, Firewatch, Pokemon: Shining Pearl, Castle Crashers, and lots more. Welcome home.

Jan 24, 202201:46:45
Episode 172 - Checkpoint Chat's Game of the Year 2021

Episode 172 - Checkpoint Chat's Game of the Year 2021

This week on Checkpoint Chat we're celebrating the greatest games of a stacked 2021, talking through stand-out hits like Chicory, Monster Hunter: Rise, Returnal, Deathloop, Outer Wilds, and...Symphony of the Night?


---- SHOW NOTES  -----   

00:00:00​ - It's our party!
00:02:28 - Matty's honourable mentions
00:07:07 ​- Sandy's honourable mentions
00:12:16 - Sandy's #5
00:15:35 - Matty's #5
00:17:54 - Sandy's #4
00:21:04 - Matty's #4
00:23:50 - Sandy's #3
00:26:39 - Matty's #3
00:30:13 - Sandy's #2
00:35:54 - Matty's #2
00:40:15 - And Checkpoint Chat's game of the year is...

Dec 20, 202153:48
Episode 171 - Milk Cooling Your PC

Episode 171 - Milk Cooling Your PC

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we're back to being humanity's last hope in Halo Infinite's campaign, The Matrix Unreal Engine 5 demo is mind-blowing, and The Game Awards showed us an exciting future for new games coming out soon.

---- SHOW NOTES -----   

00:00:00​ - Sleeping forever and Covid vaccinations  
00:15:03 - Halo Infinite's campaign is REAL good
00:33:04 ​- So that Matrix Awakens demo is quite something huh?
00:44:31 - Game out this week
00:47:59 - All the latest gaming news
01:12:43 - We answer all your questions!

Dec 13, 202101:48:29
Episode 170 - Game Awards Bingo

Episode 170 - Game Awards Bingo

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's awards season for those darn videogames, with the annual Game Awards taking place. Who do we think will win? 12 Minutes? Definitely not.

Dec 06, 202101:44:12
Episode 169 - Nice Halo

Episode 169 - Nice Halo

This week in a century and nice Checkpoint Chat, Halo Infinite is good and it's just a massive surprise, It Takes Two is worming its way into our hearts, and Activision remains a terrible place.

Nov 29, 202101:41:58
Episode 168 - Gucci Xbox Gang

Episode 168 - Gucci Xbox Gang

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we take unboxing to a new level with the charming Unpacking, World War II has to be ended again in Call of Duty: Vanguard, and just what the hell is up with those Grand Theft Auto remasters?

Nov 15, 202101:16:16
Episode 167 - Floating Tortoises

Episode 167 - Floating Tortoises

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we take the scenic route though Mexico in Forza Horizon 5, endure bullshit dice rolls in Mario Party Superstars, and boy did you SEE that Elden Ring footage?

Nov 08, 202101:32:22
Episode 166 - Metacurse

Episode 166 - Metacurse

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's time to get familiar with a new crew of space pirates in Guardians of the Galaxy, there's heads to be popped in Back 4 Blood, and Facebook is called what now?

Nov 01, 202101:17:06
Episode 165 - Review-Bombing A Fridge

Episode 165 - Review-Bombing A Fridge

This week on Checkpoint Chat we unravel all the secrets that Metroid Dread holds, shoot thousands of zombies in the head in Back 4 Blood, and make serious decisions about who lives and dies in Unsighted.

Oct 25, 202101:38:56
Should You Buy The Nintendo Switch OLED? - Sponsored Episode

Should You Buy The Nintendo Switch OLED? - Sponsored Episode

This week on Checkpoint Chat, and sponsored by Nintendo South Africa, we dive into the Nintendo Switch OLED and why this seemingly small upgrade can feel like a whole lot more in your hands.

Oct 18, 202158:48
Episode 164 - Metroid Dread-ing The Week

Episode 164 - Metroid Dread-ing The Week

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we curl up into a ball and hunt some aliens with Metroid Dread, explore the mysteries of the universe with Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye, and just blow shit up in Far Cry 6.

Oct 11, 202101:43:33
Episode 163 - Driving In The Rain

Episode 163 - Driving In The Rain

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we dive into new mysteries with Outer Wilds and Echoes of the Eye, gawk at the surprisingly entrancing Kena: Bridges of Spirits, and breakdown why Diablo II just isn't all that fun 20 years after release.

Oct 04, 202101:53:14
Episode 162 - Be My Podcast Daddy

Episode 162 - Be My Podcast Daddy

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy travels to the past for good and bad in Diablo II: Resurrected, while Matty has turned the tutorial corner in Tales of Arise and just can't get enough of those cute rot creatures in Kena: Bridge of Spirits.
Sep 26, 202101:52:34
Episode 161 - Put My BB In Monster

Episode 161 - Put My BB In Monster

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about LOOPS again as Matty dives into his experience with Arkane's Deathloop. We also touch on Diablo II, who is still playing Overwatch, and what if your fingers were your tongue. Delightful. 

Sep 20, 202101:24:59
Episode 160 - Live, Laugh, Wario

Episode 160 - Live, Laugh, Wario

This week on a stacked episode of Checkpoint Chat, we've been playing endless runs of Deathloop ahead of release, plunged into the depths of World War II again with Call of Duty: Vanguard, and plucked statue armpit hair in WarioWare: Get It Together.

Sep 13, 202101:51:20
Episode 159 - Psychoception

Episode 159 - Psychoception

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we dive into the brains of Psychonauts 2, revisit the gorgeous landscapes of Ghost of Tsushima and its latest expansion, and is Destiny 2 finally calling us back to it?

Sep 06, 202101:33:36
Episode 158 - Toilet Desserts

Episode 158 - Toilet Desserts

This week on Checkpoint Chat we're stuck in a time loop as we dive into deep spoilers for 12 Minutes and Outer Wilds. We also take a quick trip to Iki Island with Ghost of Tsushima: Director's Cut, and break down all the juciy Gamescom news.

12 Minutes Spoilers - 41:00 - 50:00

Outer Wilds Spoilerchat - 50:00 - 1:18:00

Aug 30, 202101:52:18
Episode 157 - Red Jam Tent

Episode 157 - Red Jam Tent

This week on Checkpoint Chat, there's alien that need hunting in Aliens: Fireteam Elite, ancient Roman empires to save in The Forgotten City, and just what the hell has happened to Halo Infinite?

Aug 23, 202101:37:46
Episode 156 - Teaching Romans The Memes

Episode 156 - Teaching Romans The Memes

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we visit an ancient civilization in The Forgotten City, tease all sorts of ghosts in Phasmaphobia, and remember just how amazing Def Jam: Fight for New York was.

Aug 16, 202101:45:54
Episode 155 - Check 4 Point

Episode 155 - Check 4 Point

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we shoot zombies that aren't called zombies in Back 4 Blood, Matty takes multiple shots at the bar with Maneater, Raji, and Outer Wild, and Sandy is in love with Halo again.

Aug 09, 202101:38:58
Episode 154 - Duelling An Orangutan

Episode 154 - Duelling An Orangutan

This week on Checkpoint Chat we take some quick shots of games at the bar, touching on Microsoft Flight Simulator, Death's Door, Trackmania, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, and Halo Infinite. You might say we're drunk on goodness.

Aug 02, 202101:56:32
Episode 153 - Sleeping In The Shower

Episode 153 - Sleeping In The Shower

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we reap souls as a crow in Death's Door, destroy rivals on the road in Trackmania, and curse the poor controls in The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD.

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Jul 26, 202101:43:04
Episode 152 - Weaponised Monsties

Episode 152 - Weaponised Monsties

This week on Checkpoint Chat we dive into big spoilers for Final Fantasy VII Remake, make weapons out of children in Monster Hunter Stories 2, and discuss what scares us the most (it's spiders).

Final Fantasy VII Remake Spoilerchat: 18:00-45:00

Jul 19, 202101:54:34
Episode 151 - War Elephants

Episode 151 - War Elephants

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty has FEELINGS on Chicory, Sandy is so very close to the heartbreaking end of Final Fantasy VII Remake, and the pair decide what the best animal companion would be.

Jul 12, 202101:54:01
Episode 150 - Air Horn Celebrations

Episode 150 - Air Horn Celebrations

This week on an auspicious Checkpoint Chat we dive into the colourful, striking world of Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Matty achieved platinum glory in Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, and he celebrates on the green with Mario Golf: Super Rush.

Jul 05, 202102:06:33
Episode 149 - Super Bogey Rush

Episode 149 - Super Bogey Rush

This week on a par for the course episode, we check out Mario Golf: Super Rush and spend some time on the green, kitchen chaos in Overcooked 2, and the HoneyBee Inn for a bit of Final Fantasy VII Remake.

Jun 28, 202101:37:49
Episode 148 - Emotional Piano Chord

Episode 148 - Emotional Piano Chord

It's back to actual games this week on Checkpoint Chat, with discussions on Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, and...wait we're doing Breath of the Wild again?

Jun 21, 202101:46:39
Episode 147 - E3 CHAOS

Episode 147 - E3 CHAOS

It's the best time of the year, again, with E3 2021 delivering some incredible showcases. We talk through all the big announcements at keynotes from Xbox, Summer Games Fest, Ubisoft, and Square Enix--what we loved, what looks interesting, and something about chaos.

Jun 15, 202101:45:49
Episode 146 - Who Is Going To Win E3 2021?

Episode 146 - Who Is Going To Win E3 2021?

'Tis the season for be predicting games, as Checkpoint Chat runs through the full E3 2021 schedule with all our hopes and dreams for big game announcements and showcases. Halo Infinite! God of War! Breath of the Wild 2! And...Marvel's XCOM?

Jun 07, 202101:38:34
Episode 145 - If You Can Dodge A Wrench

Episode 145 - If You Can Dodge A Wrench

This week on Checkpoint Chat we dive into the red ball mayhem of Knockout City, create unique looking characters in Miitopia, check in on the gorgeous Ori and the Will of the Wisps, and check out a flurry of pre-E3 game announcements.

May 31, 202101:47:25
Episode 144 - Give Me Back My Baby

Episode 144 - Give Me Back My Baby

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Resident Evil Village is another fine show of form from Capcom, New Pokemon Snap offers some cheerful fun, Bravely Default 2 is finally finished, and just how incredible does Metro Exodus Enhanced Edition look?

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May 17, 202101:41:46
Episode 143 - Racing Into The Sun

Episode 143 - Racing Into The Sun

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we're stuck in another loop with more Returnal talk, Microsoft and Sony are making BANK with new consoles, and Ratchet and Clank continues to blow us away.

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May 03, 202101:27:17
Episode 142 - Deep Thought Holes

Episode 142 - Deep Thought Holes

This week on Chekpoint Chat, things get groundhog again with a pre-release preview of PS5 exclusive, Returnal, as well as a short trip to Resident Evil Village's creepy new setting. Matty and Sandy then answer the ultimate question: would you eat yourself if you were a hotdog?

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Apr 26, 202101:43:49
Episode 141 - Intimate Switch Time

Episode 141 - Intimate Switch Time

It’s déjà vu on Checkpoint Chat, as Resident Evil Remake and Monster Hunter Rise are on the menu again. But how about those big PS5 changes finally?
Apr 19, 202101:39:60
Episode 140 - Waist-High Cover

Episode 140 - Waist-High Cover

This week on Checkpoint Chat, there’s more Monsters that need Hunting in Rise, Outriders feels like a game from another time, and Resident Evil still holds up more than two decades later.
Apr 12, 202101:38:06
Episode 139 - Fluffy Monster Dango

Episode 139 - Fluffy Monster Dango

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about Monster Hunter Rise as both Sandy and Matty are engrossed by the Nintendo Switch's latest exclusive. There's also some frustration with Outriders and a whole lot of news, including some weird happenings with E3.

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Apr 06, 202101:34:14
Episode 138 - There's Monsters That Need Hunting

Episode 138 - There's Monsters That Need Hunting

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about hunting down some beasts as Sandy and Matty dive head-first in Monster Hunter Rise. The Formula 1 season is also kicking off and Sandy has some predictions, while Matty reveals his horrible watermelon opinions.

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Mar 29, 202101:38:44
Episode 137 - Honey, I Shrunk The Loop

Episode 137 - Honey, I Shrunk The Loop

This week on Checkpoint Chat, things get recursive with Loop Hero, we calculate the risks of Bravely Default 2, and just what horrors await in Little Nightmares?

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Mar 22, 202101:55:36
Episode 136 - Master Chief And Doom Guy Walk Into A Bar

Episode 136 - Master Chief And Doom Guy Walk Into A Bar

"Doom Guy, you son of a bitch!" This week on Checkpoint Chat, someone finally finished Sekiro, there's some Fights in Tight Spaces, and Mario 3D  World is an all-time classic. Plus, Microsoft and Bethesda are finally family, and yes that means there will be exclusives.

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Mar 15, 202101:49:45
Episode 135 - Potassium-Powered Gaming

Episode 135 - Potassium-Powered Gaming

Checkpoint Chat is back with Persona 5 Strikers, Super Mario 3D Land And What Bowser's Fury means for the future of the plumber. Also, PlayStation is making a banana controller?

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Mar 08, 202101:54:24
Episode 134 - That Good, Good Nostalgia

Episode 134 - That Good, Good Nostalgia

This week on Checkpoint Chat the news has finally kicked into gear with announcements from the latest Nintendo Direct and BlizzCon 2021. Then the pair dive into Astral Chain, Sekiro, and even a touch of Minecraft.

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Feb 22, 202101:51:03
Episode 133 - Now You See Us

Episode 133 - Now You See Us

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's a toss up between challenging platform Blue Fire, a nostalgic return to Super Mario 3D World, and another deep-dive into Sekiro. Plus, we're on video now!

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Feb 15, 202101:31:22
Episode 132 - I Take My Horror Medium Rare

Episode 132 - I Take My Horror Medium Rare

This week on Checkpoint Chat, things get weird and spooky with a deep dive of The Medium, Sandy tries a bunch of performance patches on PS5, and Matty just loves punishing himself with Celeste.

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Feb 08, 202101:40:22
Episode 131 - To The Moon
Feb 01, 202101:30:49
Episode 130 - Drink Your Lasagna

Episode 130 - Drink Your Lasagna

This week on Checkpoint Chat, backlogs are being blown away with visits to Resident Evil 7, Dishonored 2, Celeste and a bunch of PlayStation Platinums!

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Jan 25, 202101:44:33
Episode 129 - Sephiroth's Fett Pack

Episode 129 - Sephiroth's Fett Pack

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about From Software, from the Demon's Souls remake and Bloodborne: The Old Hunters. Also, what about those new LucasFilm Games project?

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Jan 19, 202101:20:31
Episode 128 - Poggers Mood

Episode 128 - Poggers Mood

Checkpoint Chat is BACK and bursting at the seams to discuss all the holiday gaming goodness, including Ghost of Tsushima, Cyberpunk 2077, and, of course, more Bloodborne. Also, what happened to the Poggers dude?

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Jan 11, 202101:48:14
Episode 127 - GOTY 2020

Episode 127 - GOTY 2020

It's the final episode of the year so let's celebrate with our top games from 2020, including Hades, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Half-Life Alyx, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and more!

Dec 14, 202001:06:29
Episode 126 - Dangerous Squid Heads

Episode 126 - Dangerous Squid Heads

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about PlayStation exclusives again with Spider-Man: Miles Morales and Demon's Souls all wrapped up. Then with the Game Awards on the horizon, which nominees are going to take home the Keighley gold?

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Dec 07, 202002:00:60
Animal Crossing's Most PAWTASTIC Island! - New Horizons Island Tour

Animal Crossing's Most PAWTASTIC Island! - New Horizons Island Tour

In this special episode of Checkpoint Chat, we speak to Michaela Bussey, a dedicated Animal Crossing New Horizons player who has carefully curated a collection of cat and dog villagers and designed her island beautifully around them. How tough is it getting the villagers you want, and how does the community help out? All that and more in this special interview!

To see more, be sure to follow Michaela on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crisp.crossing/?hl=en

Thanks to Nintendo South Africa for sponsoring this interview, and to Michaela for being such a welcoming host. Check out the Nintendo South Africa Discord for more: https://discord.gg/9Mne6znM

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Nov 26, 202027:05
Episode 125 - Fleetwood Chat

Episode 125 - Fleetwood Chat

This week on a fleet-free Checkpoint Chat, it's still the season of the PS5 as Matty waxes lyrical about Demon's Souls, Astro's Playroom, Spider-Man: Miles Morales and more. Sandy is just glad that thing is still quiet.

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Nov 23, 202001:31:58
Episode 124 - PS5's Good, Very Good, And Just A Little Ugly

Episode 124 - PS5's Good, Very Good, And Just A Little Ugly

This week on Checkpoint Chat it's all about Sony's PlayStation 5! Demon's Souls! Astro's Playroom! Cold War! No cold storage! It's all here on your primer for the big PS5 launch this November.

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Nov 17, 202001:11:38
Episode 123 - Mom's Spaghetti

Episode 123 - Mom's Spaghetti

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty grab their drinking horns and dive head-first into Assassin's Creed Valhalla. There's also ALL THE NEWS on PS5 and Xbox Series X reviews as launch day approaches.

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Nov 09, 202001:57:29
Episode 122 - Give Me The Club, Boy

Episode 122 - Give Me The Club, Boy

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy grabs some fish 'n chips in Watch Dogs: Legion, Matty murders thousands of Bokoblins in Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, and the pair discuss a busy week for Cyberpunk 2077 and PS5.

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Nov 04, 202001:36:22
The Spookiest Animal Crossing Island! - New Horizons Island Tour

The Spookiest Animal Crossing Island! - New Horizons Island Tour

In this special episode of Checkpoint Chat, we speak to Jacky, an ultra-talented Animal Crossing New Horizons player who has designed a gorgeous Halloween-themed island. What sort of work goes into this? How welcoming has the South African community been? All that and more in this special interview!

Thanks to Nintendo South Africa for sponsoring this interview, and to Jacky for being such a welcoming host. Check out the Nintendo South Africa Discord for more: https://discord.gg/9Mne6znM

FULL TOUR ON YOUTUBE:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8JuKVgScoMHioSlHotN3Vg

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Oct 31, 202031:18
Episode 121 - Raw Moisture

Episode 121 - Raw Moisture

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy is a hazardous wizard in spell-casting roguelite Noita, Matty rekindles his love for Super Mario Galaxy, and the pair discuss the big changes to the PlayStation 5's UI.

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Oct 19, 202001:42:07
Episode 120 - Perfectly Splendid

Episode 120 - Perfectly Splendid

This week in Checkpoint Chat, the Hades bug has bitten Matty as he hops between that and spooky multiplayer game Phasmophobia. Sandy explores the memories of the dead in I Am Dead, while the pair discuss just how THICC the PS5 is.

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Oct 12, 202002:12:50
Episode 119 - Messing With Fludd

Episode 119 - Messing With Fludd

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty gets wet with Super Mario Sunshine, Sandy has finally escaped hell in Hades, and the pair discuss the jarring change to Peter Parker in Marvel's Spider-Man.

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Oct 05, 202001:33:14
Episode 118 - Little Digital Miracles

Episode 118 - Little Digital Miracles

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty is engrossed with Mario old and new, finishing Paper Mario: The Origami King and diving into Mario 64. Sandy is preoccupied with escaping Hell in Hades, and the pair discuss the HUGE news of Microsoft purchasing Bethesda.

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Sep 28, 202002:00:15
Episode 117 - Red Molly Yellow Molly

Episode 117 - Red Molly Yellow Molly

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matthew teaches you how to lie with all of his experience in Among Us, while Sandy desperately tries to escape hell in Hades. Also, How aggressive is that PS5 pricing? Damn! 

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Sep 21, 202001:56:07
Episode 116 - Millennials, Assemble
Sep 14, 202001:58:28
Episode 115 - Meow Mario
Sep 07, 202001:47:03
Episode 114 - Batty Family
Aug 31, 202002:05:01
Episode 113 - 2 Goose 2 Furious
Aug 24, 202001:33:55
Episode 112 - Hairy Pluto
Aug 17, 202001:25:36
Episode 111 - Sausage Champion
Aug 10, 202002:08:16
Episode 110 - Super Lit Thistles
Aug 03, 202001:49:14
Episode 109 - Kung-Fu Teddy Bear
Jul 27, 202001:59:22
Episode 108 - Jam Corgis
Jul 20, 202001:50:01
Episode 107 - Rock Out With Your Lute Out

Episode 107 - Rock Out With Your Lute Out

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty finally gets to talk about Ghost of Tsushima, from its engrossing open-world to riveting combat. Sandy checks in briefly on Bloodborne again, and the pair are hooked on the new Trackmania.

Never travel without your lute.

Jul 14, 202002:06:60
Episode 106 - Big Cog

Episode 106 - Big Cog

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy is speedy with his new addiction to Trackmania, while also working through Bloodborne again. Matty is playing a certain samurai game, but can only talk about Xenoblade Chronicles.

Where do you get your post-apocalyptic protein?

Jul 06, 202001:58:01
Episode 105 - Googly-Eyed Octopus

Episode 105 - Googly-Eyed Octopus

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty have a long, spoiler-filled chat about The Last of Us Part 2 (00:09:00 - 01:00:00), the pair discuss the demise of Microsoft's Mixer, and we're finally getting a sequel to Crash Bandicoot 3: Warped? 

Jun 29, 202001:51:35
Episode 104 - So Sassy

Episode 104 - So Sassy

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty dive deep into The Last of Us Part 2 (no spoilers), before briefly touching on Valorant, Bloodborne and Pokémon Sword and Shield. 

(The Last of Us Part 2 discussion ends at 55 minutes)

Jun 22, 202001:49:29
Episode 103 - Hey Look, It's A PlayStation 5

Episode 103 - Hey Look, It's A PlayStation 5

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's all about the PlayStation 5 as Sandy and Matty round-up all the new game reveals from the not-E3 event. Matty checks in with Xenoblade Chronicles too, while Sandy briefly touches on his time with The Last of Us Part 2.

It's definitely not a console for ants.

Jun 15, 202001:57:51
Episode 102 - Swinging A Cat

Episode 102 - Swinging A Cat

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy is finishing off his time with Assassin's Creed Origins in Sinai, Matty chases that Final Fantasy VII Remake platinum while starting with Xenoblade Chronicles, and the pair discuss a very different looking June schedule.

Jun 08, 202001:30:04
Episode 101 - Dalmatians

Episode 101 - Dalmatians

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty round out their thoughts on Crucible, Matty is chasing a Final Fantasy VII Remake platinum, and the pair dive deep into all that Sony and PS5 news.

Blaf, blaf.

Jun 01, 202001:29:12
Episode 100 - Centenary Chatters

Episode 100 - Centenary Chatters

On this, the 100th episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty celebrate the milestone with chats about good and bad multiplayer shooters, namely Left4Dead 2 and Amazon's Crucible. The pair then have exciting announcements about the podcast's future on YouTube and the new Checkpoint Chat website.

May 25, 202002:11:22
Episode 99 - Airborne Hacker

Episode 99 - Airborne Hacker

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's a spoiler-free gushing over the endings of Half-Life: Alyx and Final Fantasy 7 Remake, after which Sandy talks about his love for Assassin's Creed Origins and Matty encounters a hacker in The Forest.

May 18, 202001:38:13
Episode 98 - The Armsy Strikes Back

Episode 98 - The Armsy Strikes Back

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy is getting closer to unravelling the secrets of Half-Life: Alyx, Matty gets to hug an Armsy in The Forest, and the pair are pretty much done with Predator: Hunting Grounds.

Stay home. Stay safe.

May 11, 202001:47:23
Episode 97 - Mud Up

Episode 97 - Mud Up

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy has the wasteland blues after his time with Fallout 76, Matty is still in love with Final Fantasy VII Remake, and the pair try their hand at hunting a Predator in Predator: Hunting Grounds.

Stay home. Stay safe.

May 05, 202001:33:18
Episode 96 - My Favourite Bush

Episode 96 - My Favourite Bush

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty get excited about bushes in Animal Crossing, Matty has slain the demons of DOOM Eternal and lived to tell the tale, and Sandy isn't having a great time in Fallout 76.

Stay home. Stay safe.

Apr 27, 202001:49:59
Episode 95 - That DOOT Guy

Episode 95 - That DOOT Guy

This week on a technically challenging Checkpoint Chat, Matty has razed hell and finished DOOM Eternal, Sandy is getting nostalgic with Half-Life 2 and Midgar is still calling in Final Fantasy 7 Remake.

Stay home. Stay Safe.

Apr 20, 202002:02:19
Episode 94 - Reactor Lockdown

Episode 94 - Reactor Lockdown

As the lockdown continues so do the games, as this week on Checkpoint Chat Matty has his first taste of Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Sandy returns to City 17 in Half-Life 2 and the pair do a 180 on Resident Evil 3 Remake, a game they both love now.

Stay home. Stay safe.

Apr 13, 202001:59:51
Episode 93 - Nemesis of the Month

Episode 93 - Nemesis of the Month

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty escape isolation with a trip to Raccoon City in Resident Evil 3, the pair gush even more about Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and are you the best person for the job in Nintendo's Good Job!?

Stay. At. Home

Apr 06, 202001:17:04
Episode 92 - Lockdown Ludo

Episode 92 - Lockdown Ludo

On the first remotely-recorded episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty discuss lockdown and the games keeping them entertained, including DOOM Eternal, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Ori and the Will of the Wisps. 

We're here to keep you entertained in isolation.

Mar 30, 202001:31:54
Episode 91 - Nemesis Visited My Island

Episode 91 - Nemesis Visited My Island

This week on a socially distanced Checkpoint Chat, Sandy starts his second job managing an island in Animal Crossing: New Horizons, while Matty gets chased by Nemesis in Resident Evil 3 Remake's Demo. The pair also have THOUGHTS on Call of Duty: Warzone.


Stay safe and elbow bump.

Mar 23, 202001:56:40
Episode 90 - Zucchini Hill Zone

Episode 90 - Zucchini Hill Zone

As Checkpoint Chat inches closer to one hundred, Sandy is dropping all over the place in Call of Duty: Warzone and finally getting to Symphony of the Night, while Matty is in love with Ori and the Will of the Wisps. 

Fuck that tree.

Mar 16, 202001:31:41
Episode 89 - Dreamy Cloud

Episode 89 - Dreamy Cloud

This week in Checkpoint Chat, news games are a thing again as Sandy checks out Black Mesa and dives back into the loot grind of The Division 2, while Matty is enamoured with Undertale and the pair gush over how amazing the Final Fantasy VII Remake Demo is.
Mar 09, 202001:43:44
Episode 88 - Wet Rival

Episode 88 - Wet Rival

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty shares his disappointment with his Pokemon Shield rival, but celebrates all the friends he made along the way. In Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem, Sandy made no friends, and is pretty happy to be done with it.

Always be the best rival you can be. Punch a pal.

Mar 02, 202001:49:20
Episode 87 - MotherMeower

Episode 87 - MotherMeower

This week on an intimate Checkpoint Chat, Matty recounts all of his deaths now that he's bested Dark Souls III, while Sandy is still loving and hating Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem in equal helpings.

Censor all the swears with a meow.

Feb 24, 202001:09:04
Episode 86 - Swindled Over Monster

Episode 86 - Swindled Over Monster

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty is cleaning house in Pokemon Shield and reaching the end of his Dark Souls III run, while Sandy has dived back into Dead Cells and check out you new Diablo fix, Wolcen: Lords of Mayhem.

Also buy two Monsters. Always.

Feb 17, 202001:34:10
Episode 85 - Underage Ice-Cream Eating

Episode 85 - Underage Ice-Cream Eating

Checkpoint Chat is back after a short sabbatical, but most of the games are the same. Sandy is still chipping away at Celeste while taking time to be a tablet ninja in Kunai, while Matty is getting good at Dark Souls III with some occasional breaks for Pokemon Shield.

If you're under 18, you can't have ice-cream. Sorry, that's the law.

Feb 10, 202001:42:14
Episode 84 - The Other 20 Questions

Episode 84 - The Other 20 Questions

Remember when we answered those 20 Questions (more or less)? This week Sandy and Matty answer the rest, including choosing between PvP and PvE, the best gaming best friend and more.
Jan 27, 202054:59
Episode 83 - Night Sandies

Episode 83 - Night Sandies

Backlogs are the name of the game on this week’s Checkpoint Chat. Sandy is addicted to Celeste and chipping away at more Frostpunk, while Matty is still slinking around in Luigi’s Mansion 3 after finishing Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (spoilers until 25:00).
Jan 20, 202001:26:16
Episode 82 - 2020 Vision

Episode 82 - 2020 Vision

It's been a busy festive season with Sandy recounting his time with Control and Ori and the Blind Forest, while Matty force pulls a lightsaber and slices through stormtroopers during his time with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.

Jan 14, 202001:55:53
Episode 81 - Checkpoint Chat's GOTY 2019

Episode 81 - Checkpoint Chat's GOTY 2019

You didn't think we'd end the year without a Game of the Year? Matty and Sandy gather to discuss the ten best games they've each played this year, which doesn't apply exclusively to games that launched in 2019.

It's our podcast, we make the rules. Fight us.

Dec 30, 201901:22:33
Episode 80 - Talking Naughty Dog with Neilan Naicker

Episode 80 - Talking Naughty Dog with Neilan Naicker

This week on a special episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty and Sandy are joined by a friend of the podcast, Neilan Naicker, who shares insights about his nine years at Naughty Dog, what it is a Technical Artist does and which project has been the most rewarding in his tenure.

Make sure to follow Neilan on Twitter (@Neilan), and his own fantastic podcast about incredible boardgames (@brdgamebarrage).

Dec 23, 201901:13:41
Episode 79 - Elephants with Infinite Trunks

Episode 79 - Elephants with Infinite Trunks

It's nearly the end of the year but Matty and Sandy are looking to let up just yet, with impressions on Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order and a genre combination indie title called Supermash. There's also loads of news to get through from State of Play, Nindies and The Game Awards.

Just don't pick a fight with an elephant this week.

Dec 16, 201901:40:57
Episode 78 - Heart of the Cards

Episode 78 - Heart of the Cards

This week on a chilly Checkpoint Chat, Sandy pulls out his crown to talk about King of Cards, the latest expansion to Shovel Knight, while Matty is off hunting ghosts in the amazing Luigi's Mansion 3.

Believe in the heart of the cards.


Dec 09, 201901:22:45
Episode 77 - Ice Cold Blue Milk

Episode 77 - Ice Cold Blue Milk

As the year draws to a close Matty continues to find new wonders to behold in Death Stranding, as Sandy finally finds a groove with Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. The pair then discuss good gaming drinks and why Nesquik is just the best.

Dec 02, 201901:39:16
Episode 76 - VR Headcrabs

Episode 76 - VR Headcrabs

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty puts on his FedEx cap and updates us on his Death Stranding progress, while Sandy taps into the Force and delivers impressions on Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. Also, this podcast is now old enough to have a new Half-Life game announcement as news!

Sleep tight, Gordon

Nov 25, 201901:47:38
Episode 75 - Intimacy Adventure

Episode 75 - Intimacy Adventure

On an intimate episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty gets sweaty with Ring Fit Adventure and flexes his button mashing thumbs with Ultimate Alliance 3. Sandy gushes about his love for The Outer Worlds and finds a rhythm with the addictive Spin Rhythm XD.

You don't know someone until you have to share a microphone with them.

Nov 18, 201901:20:41
Episode 74 - Singing in the Timefall

Episode 74 - Singing in the Timefall

This week on a stacked episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty and Sandy dig deep into their experiences with Hideo Kojima's Death Stranding, encounter spooky delights in Luigi's Mansion and go dark with Modern Warfare. 

It's A LOT.

Nov 11, 201901:28:18
Episode 73 - 20 Questions

Episode 73 - 20 Questions

On this special episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty play a game of 20 Questions (give or take) which helps them delve into their gaming habits and hates. 

Oct 29, 201934:48
Episode 72 - Finger Guns with the Grim Reaper

Episode 72 - Finger Guns with the Grim Reaper

Spooktober is in full swing so it's fitting that Sandy hit the dance floor with a grim reaper in Felix the Reaper, while sending others to the underworld in Call of Duty Mobile. Matty is used trivia for murder and played a bunch of other new mini-games in Jack Box Party Pack 6, which you definitely should get a party around for.

SPOOOOOKY

Oct 21, 201901:40:30
Episode 71 - Casa Figueira

Episode 71 - Casa Figueira

This week on a roadshow episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy's made three new friends in Trine 4 and learnt to think like the Baba Yaga in John Wick Hex, while Matty has discovered just why Titanfall 2 is one of the best shooters you haven't played.

Cats harmed us in the making of this episode.

Oct 14, 201901:26:38
Episode 70 - eCheckpoint eChat

Episode 70 - eCheckpoint eChat

Movement is the name of the game this week on Checkpoint Chat, as Sandy checks out the improved platforming of Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair and Matty checks in with the frantic football of PES 2020.

Ain't no chance he's hitting any headers with that hair though.

Oct 07, 201901:43:35
Episode 69 - NICE

Episode 69 - NICE

In this week's extra nice episode of the nicest podcast on the internet, Matty and Sandy check in with the adorable Link's Awakening, discuss some issues with game sharing on the Switch Lite and giggle far too much because, well, we made it folks.

*Marcus Fenix voice* NICE!

Sep 30, 201901:44:41
Episode 68 - Fruity Arcade

Episode 68 - Fruity Arcade

This week on a busy weekend for Checkpoint Chat, Sandy checks in again with Gears 5 and is learning to love it more and more, Matty is being pleasantly challenged by Celeste's Farewell DLC and the pair discuss how Apple Arcade is a peek into the future for video games.

Just don't mix up your fruits.


Sep 23, 201901:26:38
Episode 67 - Why do you think I came all this way?

Episode 67 - Why do you think I came all this way?

It's really feeling like the end of the year now and Checkpoint Chat is feeling it with some hot takes on hot games. Sandy chats about his disappointment with Man of Medan and how Gears 5 is blowing him away, while Matty is still hooked on good Mario Maker 2 levels and is diving into Celeste again for its final new Chapter.

If you're here, we glad you came all this way *stares*.

Sep 16, 201901:30:09
Episode 66 - Flappy Mario

Episode 66 - Flappy Mario

Back to the weekly Checkpoint bullshit, Sandy takes a trip through spooky woods in Blair Witch and gets anxious in Wilmot's Warehouse, while Matty is deep into the whimsical levels of custom Mario Maker 2 stages. 

SEND US YOUR LEVELS.

Sep 09, 201901:21:42
Episode 65 - Funko Popping This House

Episode 65 - Funko Popping This House

Sandy and Matty aren't as busy with new releases this week, with Matty finally getting his hands dirty with Mario Maker 2 and Sandy seeing just how bad Gears POP! can really be.

Press POP to vreem.

Sep 02, 201901:33:53
Episode 64 - Astral Chain on the Astral Plane

Episode 64 - Astral Chain on the Astral Plane

After a brief delay to avoid the embargo police, Sandy and Matty are here to fill you in on a host of brand spanking new games including Control, Astral Chain, Remnant: From the Ashes and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare.

It took 64 episodes but we're finally current.

Aug 27, 201901:37:54
Episode 63 - Gucci Coin

Episode 63 - Gucci Coin

When Matty and Sandy aren't debating the legitimacy of a Gucci cryptocurrency, the pair check in on the haunting puzzle platformer DARQ and the best smoke spots in Counter-Strike. Gamescom is also this week so the pair also discuss what to look out for.

Stay Gucci.

Aug 19, 201901:26:30
Episode 62 - Pencil Shaped Nipples

Episode 62 - Pencil Shaped Nipples

In a distinctly retor-flavoured episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy checks in with the original DOOM now that it's out on Nintendo Switch, while Matty takes the chance to break down the first three Super Mario Bros. and explains why they're such classics.

No nipple submissions please.

Aug 05, 201901:43:09
Episode 61 - Execute Directive Ban Anime

Episode 61 - Execute Directive Ban Anime

This week on Checkpoint Chat things are the opposite of what they should be, as Matty checks in on the very recent Wolfenstein Youngblood while Sandy visits the much older Hyper Light Drifter among chats about thatgamecompany's Sky and Valve's very old Counter-Strike.

Oh and we ban anime. Because someone had to.

Jul 29, 201901:34:28
Episode 60 - Radioactive Marios

Episode 60 - Radioactive Marios

It’s blisteringly cold but Sandy and Matty have convened around a heater to talk about swinging through New York as Spider-Man and making devilishly difficult levels in Mario Maker 2. The pair also discuss more about Nintendo’s new Switch plans and cry over the lack of listener questions.


Jul 22, 201901:20:31
Episode 59 - Burn your slime

Episode 59 - Burn your slime

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty is back to his destructive bullshit and playing DOTA 2 again, but also making time for a delightful party game where he’s bad at lying. Sandy is deep in Dragon Quest Builders 2 and just loves hitting those blue slimes.

Burn your slimes before they rise again

Jul 16, 201901:36:15
Episode 58 - Turtleneck Gang

Episode 58 - Turtleneck Gang

Matty is out again this week, so Sandy is joined by Turtleneck Gang founder Glenn Kisela to talk about pretty much every game that's come out in the past five years. Seriously Glenn has been catching up.

Keep those Oprah memes in check.

Jul 08, 201901:02:23
Episode 57 - Abandonment Issues

Episode 57 - Abandonment Issues

WE'RE BACK! The busy month of June is nearly behind us, but Matty found a lot of time to play Sekiro and Crypt of the Necrodancer, while Sandy dived into Cadence of Hyrule and hit the apex in F1 2019. 

Matty is abandoning us again though how rude.

Jul 01, 201901:21:59
Episode 56 - E3 Guessapalooza

Episode 56 - E3 Guessapalooza

It's E3 week and you know what that means! Wild, inaccurate guesses for each of the press conferences, as Sandy and Matty both gush about their dream reveals and first looks at some new games. 

What are your wildest guesses? Let us know!

Jun 09, 201901:05:34
Episode 55 - Inglorious Void Bastards

Episode 55 - Inglorious Void Bastards

We're back from a small week break and better than ever! Matty has finally plunged into Sekiro and is really damn good at it, while Sandy loved shooting foul-mouthed aliens in Void Bastards. News is also packed this week as E3 approaches fast!

If you listen really loudly, you can almost see this podcast.

Jun 03, 201901:37:45
Episode 54 - Mad Max: Dreary Road

Episode 54 - Mad Max: Dreary Road

READY FOR THE APOCALYPSE? You shouldn't be, as Matty and Sandy dive into the disappointing sequel Rage 2 and breakdown how many of its elements just don't work. The pair also discuss just ridiculous a Microsoft and Sony partnership sounds, and then answer just one single question. Just one. We're sad.



May 21, 201901:19:60
Episode 53 - Walker, Post-Apocalyptic Ranger

Episode 53 - Walker, Post-Apocalyptic Ranger

The releases have finally slowed down for a week, letting Sandy dive head first into Sekiro Shadows Die Twice for death after death after frustrating death. Speaking of, Matty is back to his bullshit in Celeste as he tackles the hardcore B-Sides, and the pair check in on a busy week of video game news.

Just keep walking...and shooting.

May 13, 201901:38:31
Episode 52 - Living in a Sonic Paradise

Episode 52 - Living in a Sonic Paradise

Still not over that awful Sonic trailer? Neither are we, but Sandy makes some space to talk about a much better zombie shooter in World War Z, while Matty is still hacking away at Days Gone. Then the pair combo up their fatalities and chat about how incredible Mortal Kombat 11 is (terrible working conditions aside).


GET OVER HERE...and listen to this great show.

May 06, 201901:36:52
Episode 51 - Deek on a Leash

Episode 51 - Deek on a Leash

It's all about those freakers this week on Checkpoint Chat, as Sandy and Matty dive deep into their time with Sony's latest exclusive, Days Gone. There's also a light sprinkle of Mortal Kombat 11 before the pair go over the week's news and answer the most important question: Chocolate or Strawberry Nesquik?

Stay tuned to our social channels for a chance to win your own copy of Days Gone later this week!

Apr 29, 201901:41:23
Episode 50 - Half Century Hero

Episode 50 - Half Century Hero

WE REACHED 50! This week on Checkpoint Chat we're celebrating without cake, finally getting the chance to delve into both Katana Zero and SteamWorld Quest as they fight for your attention in a packed April. Matty is neck deep in Resident Evil 2 finally as well, and just waiting got X to give it to him.

What should we do for 100? Definitely not lying cake.

Apr 23, 201901:36:03
Episode 49 - Giving You Wings

Episode 49 - Giving You Wings

It's a quiet week at Checkpoint Chat, but only because Matty and Sandy are playing lots of games that they can't talk about yet. Matty did scale Celeste finally and Sandy is jazzed about Jedi Fallen Order, so don't leave just yet.


We also have a lot of Red Bull. A LOT.

Apr 15, 201901:25:23
Episode 48 - Compression Socks

Episode 48 - Compression Socks

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty is back (and married!) and he's brought with him thoughts on Celeste and how great the 2018 platformer is. Sandy dives into the simple and delightful puzzle game Islanders, and the pair discuss the fiery debate surrounding Sekiro, difficulty options and accessibility. 


Never take your shoes off during a flight.

Apr 08, 201901:46:48
Episode 47 - What are the best 10 games of all time?

Episode 47 - What are the best 10 games of all time?

Ask us tomorrow and these might all be different, but today Matty and Sandy dive into their own personal top 10 games of all time, including appearance from Portal 2, Journey, God of War and more!

What's your list? Let us know on Twitter (@CheckpointChat) or via email (checkpointchatpodcast@gmail.com)

Mar 27, 201901:11:29
Episode 46 - A good cat named Goose

Episode 46 - A good cat named Goose

This week on Checkpoint Chat we're hitting both ends of the spectrum, as Matty checks in with the oldest NES Classics on the Nintendo Switch while Sandy is getting stylish with a trio of handsome boys in Devil May Cry V. 

SAVAGE! SADISTIC! SANDY!

Mar 18, 201901:34:54
Episode 45 - Bungee Jumps in Alcohol Alley

Episode 45 - Bungee Jumps in Alcohol Alley

March is unrelenting and so is Checkpoint Chat! This week Matty doesn't get kidnapped but he does have to listen to Sandy gush about Ethereal and the sometimes flawed investigative thriller, The Occupation. The pair check in on a busy week of news (yes, there's some shitty news again) before diving into even more great games coming out this month.

Don't bungee jump drunk. Or at all. ever

Mar 11, 201901:40:07
Episode 44 - Where we droppin', Tetrominos?

Episode 44 - Where we droppin', Tetrominos?

Releases have finally slowed down this week on Checkpoint Chat, letting both Matty and Sandy finally check in with Tetris 99 and its ridiculous rules. Matty has also started his journey on the spooky island of The Forest, and the pair discuss an eventful week of hot gaming news.

Time to master the T-Spin bois.

Mar 04, 201901:27:13
Episode 43 - A Hunter's Dream

Episode 43 - A Hunter's Dream

It's a stacked week of Checkpoint Chat, as Matty finishes Bloodborne and immediately starts again, Sandy is disappointed by Anthem and the pair discuss the crazy antics of Trials Rising.  

Bunny hop your way over to us for the week! 

Feb 26, 201901:33:49
Episode 42 - Crackdown Smackdown

Episode 42 - Crackdown Smackdown

Please take our listener survey - https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/KB5PSWC

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty are still in love with Apex Legends and seeking more wins. Sandy is dipping his toes into Metro Exodus, to scrub off the disappointment of Crackdown 3. And the pair chat about Activision and how aimless the publisher seems to be.

Feb 18, 201901:38:24
Episode 41 - Zzzzzzzzziplines Deployed

Episode 41 - Zzzzzzzzziplines Deployed

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Apex Legends is the talk of the town and both Matty and Sandy have been deeply addicted to Respawn's surprising Battle Royale. Sandy checks in with Astroneer again before the pair run down a bonkers list of games out this week.


Just remember, Pathfinder is bae.

Feb 11, 201901:24:03
Episode 40 - Piranha the Powerful Pot Plant

Episode 40 - Piranha the Powerful Pot Plant

This week on a packed episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy takes to the colourful stars of Astroneer, Matty keeps us updated on his progress with Bloodborne and the pair gush about how great Piranha Plant is in Smash Ultimate.

Don't let anyone tell you a plant can't kick your ass.

Feb 05, 201901:31:11
Episode 39 - LEEEEEEEEEOOOOOON

Episode 39 - LEEEEEEEEEOOOOOON

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy revisits the spooky hallways of Raccoon City's Police Department, and tries to steer clear of Mr. X. Matty touches on his triumphs in Bloodborne before the pair buckle in for a busy week ahead filled with great game releases.

Leon? LEON!? LEEEEEEOOOOON!

Jan 28, 201901:11:33
Episode 38 - Checkpoint Scene Investigation

Episode 38 - Checkpoint Scene Investigation

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy takes an unpleasant visit to the grindy shores of Portia, Matty is getting through Bloodborne one death at a time and the pair dive deep into the strange, disturbing after hours dealings of Gearbox's CEO.

Guess you can say this podcast isn't...a one trick pony. YEEEEEEEEAAAAAAAAHHHHH

Jan 21, 201901:37:54
Episode 37 - Back in Black

Episode 37 - Back in Black

We're back from the long, relaxing festive season and ready to kick ass in 2019! Sandy and Matty recap some of the games that kept them cozy during the holidays, including Persona 5, NieR Automata, Jackbox Party Pack and Super Smash Ultimate. 

It's not old if it's new to someone, right?

Jan 14, 201901:42:22
Episode 36 - The Checkpoint Chat Games of the Year

Episode 36 - The Checkpoint Chat Games of the Year

It's that time of the year so Matty and Sandy have sat down to discuss their personal five favourite Games of the Year. Or, games they've played this year. Some of us are still a little behind on that backlog, you understand right?
Dec 17, 201801:09:55
Episode 35 - Super Smashing Kirby

Episode 35 - Super Smashing Kirby

We're all about Smashing this week, with Nintendo's big new "Everybody's Here" fighter releasing on Switch. Matty and Sandy discuss who they're favourite Smash fighters are, while also briefly discussing Battlefield V and Pokemon GO.

King K. Rool ain't got nothing on this podcast.
Dec 10, 201801:51:32
Episode 34 - Cat Tales, AWOO-HOO

Episode 34 - Cat Tales, AWOO-HOO

Without getting that Ducktales theme song stuck in your head (too late), Matty and Sandy discuss how Cat Tales isn't really just Stardew Valley with cats. Sandy then praises Pokemon Let's Go (and only calls Eevee shit once), while also washing out the taste of Fallout 76 with a return to Fallout 4.
Dec 03, 201801:34:48
Episode 33 - What is this? A Game Award?

Episode 33 - What is this? A Game Award?

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy waxes lyrical about Beat Saber for PSVR, and recounts all the calories he's burnt playing it. The pair then discuss the imminent Game Awards at length, making bold predictions on who will take home the most honours. We round things out as always with weekly news and questions!
Nov 27, 201801:43:34
Episode 32 - Eevee Disrespected My Personal Space

Episode 32 - Eevee Disrespected My Personal Space

In this week's controversial episode of Checkpoint Chat, Sandy discusses his disdain for Eevee while enjoying the murderous trappings of Hitman 2. Matty dives back into Horizon Zero Dawn and comes back unsurprised at how great The Frozen Wilds is, and the pair discuss Sony's plans to skip E3 2019 and what it means for the show.

Eevee is garbage and you can't make us change our minds about it.
Nov 19, 201801:47:54
Episode 31 - The Bland Undead

Episode 31 - The Bland Undead

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty boasts about how great he is at Soul Calibur VI, Sandy gushes over Tetris Effect again and the pair discuss how bad Overkill's The Walking Dead is after so many years in development.

If the undead could listen to a podcast, it would be this one.
Nov 12, 201801:40:27
Episode 30 - Sneak Spider on my Bonnet

Episode 30 - Sneak Spider on my Bonnet

This week's jam-packed episode of Checkpoint Chat dives deep into Diablo III on Switch, Fallout 76's Beta, Tetris Effect and how a hacker helped Matty progress in Fortnite.

Just be careful of sneaky spiders crawling through any open air vents. It happens.
Nov 05, 201801:45:11
Episode 29 - Robotic Pet Sematary

Episode 29 - Robotic Pet Sematary

Checkpoint Chat is back and busier than ever, as Sandy checks in on both Gwent and the incredible Thronebreaker from The Witcher universe and praises its great storytelling. Matty finally dives deep into his time with Horizon Zero Dawn, and Sandy explains how Red Dead Redemption 2 feels rather boring right now.

Never try revive your dead pet robots. It doesn't end well.
Oct 29, 201801:29:04
Episode 28 - Baked Custard Tarts

Episode 28 - Baked Custard Tarts

Matty returns on this week's episode of Checkpoint Chat, just to tell everyone how done he is with Dead Cells after finishing it on Hard Mode. Sandy explains the random bullshit that powers Super Mario Party, before the pair celebrate Sony finally announcing PSN name changes.

Don't ever take StArKiLlEr_360 friends. It's cursed.
Oct 15, 201801:32:38
Episode 27 - The Exotic Belgian Waffle

Episode 27 - The Exotic Belgian Waffle

With Matty away this week, Sandy is joined by his Destiny 2 Fireteam pal Glenn Kisela as the two dive deep into the extraordinary Forsaken expansion. Then there's some brief touches on the weekly news, including the crumbling of Telltale, the state of esports and more!

This is your exotic podcast drop for the week, please don't dismantle it.
Oct 08, 201801:32:26
Episode 26 - The Greatest Escape

Episode 26 - The Greatest Escape

This week on a sneaky, early episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty brings in the spookiest month of the year with a check-in on Dead by Daylight while Sandy can't get enough of swinging in Spider-Man. The pair discuss the fires at Telltale and how to pull off the greatest cross-country escape ever.

Just don't do E like Mickey Mouse kids, alright?
Oct 01, 201801:31:04
Episode 25 - Get Ada Here Leon

Episode 25 - Get Ada Here Leon

This week on Checkpoint Chat we discuss how disappointing Shadow of the Tomb Raider is as a concluding chapter to Lara Croft's revival. We also touch on the great new look for Ada Wong in Resident Evil 2 Remake and just how hard it is to make games in this volatile industry.

LEOOOOOOOOOOOON!
Sep 24, 201801:41:18
Episode 24 - Good podcast, great podcast

Episode 24 - Good podcast, great podcast

This week of Checkpoint Chat is bursting at the seams, as we check in with Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Battlefield V, Call of Duty Blackout and Spider-Man. There's also lots of pizza talk, so come full.

Good podcast, great podcast.
Sep 17, 201801:44:42
Episode 23 - Random Drug Searches

Episode 23 - Random Drug Searches

When we're not being questioned by the paw patrol this week on Checkpoint Chat, we dive into the cures that Two Point Hospital brings to your soul, the ending of Dead Cell, a discussion about how Persona 5 just never ends and what games are great for an introduction to gaming.

I swear we aren't hiding any narcotics in the McFlurry. Seriously.
Sep 10, 201801:39:02
Episode 22 - Pimple on my nipple

Episode 22 - Pimple on my nipple

When we're not talking about what we found in the shower, this week of Checkpoint Chat dives into more Hollow Knight with a brief DLC discussion, we lament the many lives and hours we've lost to the incredible Dead Cells and argue over whether we want to cancel pre-orders of stupid puddles.

When in doubt, pop it out.
Sep 03, 201801:34:49
Episode 21 - Nero shredding on a half-pipe

Episode 21 - Nero shredding on a half-pipe

In this week's episode of Checkpoint Chat it's all about Gamescom and the amazing show that took place last week. Sandy and Matty discuss Sekiro, Devil May Cry V, Nvidia's new ray-tracing tech and loads more!

There's also a bit of Hollow Knight again because holy shit that game.
Aug 27, 201801:41:23
Episode 20 - The Hollow Knight that stole my Dead Cells

Episode 20 - The Hollow Knight that stole my Dead Cells

This week it's all about Metroidvanias (or ones that pretend to be) on Checkpoint Chat, as Sandy recounts hundreds of deaths in Dead Cells before joining Matty in a chorus of praise for Hollow Knight. We also discuss our least favourite genres, a WHOLE BUNCH of new games out this week and just what the hell is going on in Red Dead Redemption 2.

If you haven't clicked play by now you've not missed anything yet. Pity.
Aug 20, 201801:36:56
Episode 19 - This was not plagarised

Episode 19 - This was not plagarised

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy forgets to take his Joy and relives the horrors of We Happy Few. Matty is ecstatic with Horizon Zero Dawn and its photo mode, and the pair discuss which games had deep emotional impacts on them.

Rest assured though that none of this content is stolen. Who would we even steal it from?
Aug 13, 201801:51:39
Episode 18 - Heart of a Red Bull and Vodka teenager

Episode 18 - Heart of a Red Bull and Vodka teenager

Before Matty dies from drinking Red Bull and Vodka he checks back in on God of War and discusses how fair the Platinum trophy feels. Sandy jettisons back into No Man's Sky and finds some refined, but still rough edges, and the pair finally tackle their most complex listener question yet: What makes the perfect pizza?

Aside from ones with pineapple of course.
Aug 06, 201801:34:03
Episode 17 - Shooting Point Blanks

Episode 17 - Shooting Point Blanks

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty and Sandy discuss the crazy cool new season of Fortnite and how they're both back into the Battle Royale shooter. Hollow Knight is holding a devilishly brutal boss called Hornet that Sandy loves to hate, and Matty helps remind everyone that Point Blank existed. As always we end with gaming news and answer all your great questions!

Just avoid those crossbones bombs, please.
Jul 31, 201801:35:38
Episode 16 - Nightmares filled with 8-bit Toad

Episode 16 - Nightmares filled with 8-bit Toad

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty details his weird adventures through the bug-infested kingdoms of Hollow Knight, Sandy does his best Captain Toad impression and the two discuss if there really is space for senseless violence in videogames anymore.

Remember to keep your impressions higher than 8-bit!
Jul 23, 201801:50:04
Episode 15 - Ethically stealing

Episode 15 - Ethically stealing

In this latest episode of Checkpoint Chat we stay on brand and open up the show with a lengthy discussion on a game nearly a decade old, with Matty gushing over Bayonetta. Sandy explains why level design is so crucial in games like Mega Man before we both discuss how to ethically steal from a store.

Just don't follow our advice. Most of the time.
Jul 16, 201801:48:01
Episode 14 - I Hate Playing Tetris

Episode 14 - I Hate Playing Tetris

This week on Checkpoint Chat is filled with coloured blocks and funky beats as Sandy gushes over Lumines (and hates on Tetris), while Matty explains what a bastard Waluigi is in Mario Tennis Aces. Waaaaaaaaaadon't you give it a listen?

Also Tetris is horrible and you should feel bad for liking it.
Jul 09, 201801:41:46
Episode 13 - The Best and Worst of E3 2018

Episode 13 - The Best and Worst of E3 2018

We're back from an overly long break (sorry!) and we've got those good good E3 scoops! Well, maybe not scoops but we did see a bunch of great games at E3 2018, so Sandy and Matty wrap-up each conference, showing and title at the show for a comprehensive retrospective on a weird year for E3.
Jul 02, 201801:32:23
Episode 12 - Come Here and Give Armsy a Hug

Episode 12 - Come Here and Give Armsy a Hug

This week on Checkpoint Chat Sandy breakdowns how incredible The Forest is, and his love hate relationships with Armsy. Matty brings up one of the best Final Fantasy games ever made before they both dive into the massive changes Battlefield V is making.

Never play Footsy Footsy with an Armsy...Armsy.
May 28, 201801:32:35
Episode 11 - The E3 Prediction Extravaganza

Episode 11 - The E3 Prediction Extravaganza

This week is all about E3, with Matty and Sandy diving deep into what each publisher might bring to the table. Will Microsoft finally turn the corner? Can Sony keep up the momentum? Is Nintendo going to have another great year? We also touch on State of Decay 2 and how average it is, as well as Call of Duty: Black Ops IIII and Battlefield V.

Checkpoint Chat also wants to reveal our new Battle Royale mode: One hundred afros parachute onto an island. You get the rest.
May 21, 201802:13:49
Episode 10 - We're in a timeline with RAGE 2

Episode 10 - We're in a timeline with RAGE 2

Matty basically takes over this week, talking about his time with the incredible God of War and equally impressive Bayonetta. Sandy touches on his time with The Forest while waiting for embargoes to fall, and we get really excited about E3 in a couple of weeks!

Also it's our birthday. This is how podcast birthdays work, right?
May 14, 201801:37:05
Episode 9 - Keep an eye on that spider

Episode 9 - Keep an eye on that spider

While Matty manages to escape the hell of living with bathroom spiders, he chats about his parting thoughts on The Last Guardian and how it made him cry. Sandy is a terrible person in Frostpunk, we chat about the big changes coming to Fortnite and what games we'd make (if we could).

Let's make Pink Apron a thing though, kay?
May 08, 201801:37:48
Episode 8 - The Fig who finished The Witcher

Episode 8 - The Fig who finished The Witcher

WOULD YOU BELIEVE IT? Matthew has finally finished The Witcher 3, so we get super spoilery about its ending and themes. Sandy checks in with a look at the depressingly brilliant Frostpunk, we chat about a whole bunch of great games out this week and wonder just how great games this generation have been by being critical of their legacy.

Always pick Triss, dear friends. Don't listen to Yen and her lies.
Apr 30, 201801:42:25
Episode 7 - BOY! Listen to this podcast!

Episode 7 - BOY! Listen to this podcast!

This week on a (slighty) delayed episode, Matty is so, so close to finishing The Witcher 3 while Sandy can't get over how good God of War is. We remember The Forest and champion Vermintide 2 as the next big Left4Dead game, while also discussing how bad single-player shooters are in the wake of Call of Duty cancelling the mode for Black Ops 4.

Also don't keep Red Bull so close to recording equipment. Or at least don't drink like Sandy, the idiot.
Apr 23, 201801:38:03
Episode 6 - BioShock in Benoni

Episode 6 - BioShock in Benoni

After an unforeseen week off, Sandy and Matty return to share stories of Trico being an asshole, how unbelievably incredible God of War is, excitement and reservations over Nintendo Labo and answers to a whole bunch of your questions!
Apr 16, 201801:44:56
Episode 5 - Hungover Family Planning

Episode 5 - Hungover Family Planning

On another jam-packed episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty nurses Sandy's hangover with more ramblings about mobile Final Fantasy games, they both chat about how unbelievably addicted they are to Fortnite again, Sandy is disappointed by Far Cry 5 and just how much adventuring can you fit into a single Minit?

Also, don't ask to take our podcast on a date. We'll fight you.
Apr 02, 201801:26:27
Episode 4 - Never Ignore a Moving Bush

Episode 4 - Never Ignore a Moving Bush

This week Sandy and Matty get personal over some Fortnite stories, Sandy explains how Sea of Thieves is like a hotel bathroom, we check back into Persona 5 and Matty gushes over those sweet Nintendo Switch sales.

Just be sure to always check your bush.
Mar 26, 201801:35:43
Episode 3 - Final Fantasy Ponzi Scheme

Episode 3 - Final Fantasy Ponzi Scheme

On a rainy episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty fills us in on his adventures in Novigrad while Sandy gives details the closest game to Portal 3 we're ever going to get. Then we dive into some Final Fantasy for smartphones, how Fortnite is blowing up and answer your questions!

Just don't fall for any Ponzi Schemes this week, ok?
Mar 19, 201801:36:34
Episode 2 - Time Travelling Traffic

Episode 2 - Time Travelling Traffic

Avoiding literal bullets to get this recorded, Matty and Sandy touch on a whole range of new games they've been playing including Florence, Into the Breach and Furi. Then get caught up with all the announcements from Nintendo's Direct last week, and join in calling out Blizzard's bullshit response to that obvious Diablo III Switch tease.

Just don't time travel to the East. Traffic awaits.
Mar 12, 201801:35:49
Episode 1 - Swole King Dedede

Episode 1 - Swole King Dedede

It's the very first full episode of Checkpoint Chat! Matty chats about his obsession with The Witcher 3 and cursed trees, Sandy gushes over PSVR game Moss and the pair look back on a wildly successful first year for the Nintendo Switch.

Also where does King Dedede hit the gym? Damn son.
Mar 05, 201801:29:17
Episode 0 - Close to that road named after that singer

Episode 0 - Close to that road named after that singer

So you've stumbled upon this great new podcast and don't know what it is? Alessandro and Matthew introduce you to their new baby - Checkpoint Chat - and ramble about all the lovely things this show will center on. Gaming, pop culture, current news and you, of course.
Mar 02, 201809:49