The Crowned Heathens but specifically Sacco get distracted by social media. In the distraction, they find a fun trend and try it out on the podcast with video games instead of people. Matt attacks Sacco, Marissa feels called out, and Sacco leaches off Marissa and Matt's Twitter likes. Games we talk about this week: Stardew Valley, Pokemon, Minecraft, F1, Apex Legends, Halo, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Yu Gi Oh!, Fortnite, Call of Duty, The Witcher, Until Dawn, Bioshock, God of War, The Legend of Ze...
Jul 06, 2022•59 min•Ep. 76
Here is part 2 of our video game trivia from a few weeks ago. Matt and Sacco go head-to-head with Marissa serving as quiz master again! Who will win this time? Will Sacco take a second victory or will Matt pull off an upset? Like our content? Find more Crowned Heathens content on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter . And make sure you're subscribed to us on YouTube . Want us to talk about your question for about 45 minutes? Send us a message on any social channel with your question and we just mi...
Jun 29, 2022•53 min•Ep. 75
As promised here is part 2 of the user/listener-submitted questions. This week the heathens head to Matt's basement instead of Sacco's garage. Here is the link to the video game character quiz . Play along with the heathens and see if you agree with them. Matt goes for the throat, Marissa wants to be a virtual barista, and Sacco wants to throw Matt off a cliff. Games we talk about this week: Halo, God of War, Gears of War, League of Legends, World of Warcraft, Mass Effect, Overwatch, Red Dead Re...
Jun 22, 2022•53 min•Ep. 74
We sent out a request to our listeners on the social medias and we got a lot of responses so this is part 1 of the submitted questions. Also, enjoy the chaos that ensues when the Crowned Heathens are in the same room (or garage) for the first time in almost a year. Matt wants the big clompers back, Marissa went deep into the Dole-infused alternate dimension, and Sacco doesn't understand the questions. **Spoilers** Kingdom Hearts Games we talk about this week: The Legend of Zelda, Halo, NHL, F1, ...
Jun 15, 2022•57 min•Ep. 73
Previously on the Crowned Heathens Podcast, we've talked about how we feel video games have made us better. This week we look at the opposite. The heathens take a look at the negative aspects of gaming and how it has affected their lives for the worse. Matt is ashamed of Fortnite, Marissa doesn't respect tomorrow, and Sacco is boring. Games we talk about this week: Stardew Valley, Pokemon Go!, Minecraft, F1, Apex Legends, Hades, Halo, Dragon Age: Inquisition, Yu Gi Oh!, Fortnite, Call of Duty, L...
Jun 08, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 72
We're back with another video game quiz this week. This time Sacco and Matt try to spice things up a bit by making a bet on who will do better this time around! Let's be real here they both fail as usual but one of them does manage to fail less spectacularly than the other one. Matt wants Homer The Odyssey to be an answer, Marissa feels bad for Matt and Sacco, and Sacco gets an Apple question wrong! I know! Crazy! Like our content? Find more Crowned Heathens content on Facebook , Instagram , and...
Jun 01, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 71
Video game environments have been getting bigger and bigger as technology advances. But with these larger environments come longer travel times which brought on the need for a fast travel system. We talk about our favourite and least favourite fast travel mechanics in video games this week. Matt is upset by loading screens, Marissa likes flaming birds, and Sacco is disappointed in the lack of fanfare. Games we talk about this week: Dragon Quest, Super Mario Bros, Pokemon, Halo Infinite, Skyrim, ...
May 25, 2022•57 min•Ep. 70
This week we celebrate our 69th (Nice!) with a bit of an inappropriate episode. We discuss all the hidden naughty jokes in our favourite video games. We'll also take a look at the spicy content (ex. sex scenes) in these games as well. It's going to be a doozy. Matt doesn't think sex is funny, Marissa is disappointed in The Legend of Zelda, and Sacco is a big nerd. Games we talk about this week: GTA, Jade Empire, Fable, The Legend of Zelda, Dragon Age, Halo, God of War, Saints Row, Pokemon, Agony...
May 18, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 69
Video games are among the best time killers out there. An airport is a place that requires a lot of waiting. So video games serve a great service in keeping you entertained while you're on your flight or waiting by your terminal. The heathens get distracted and it slowly becomes a Pokemon podcast. Matt wants to catch 'em all, Marissa loves her Poke Walker, and Sacco didn't play Nintendo games as a child. Games we talk about this week: Pokemon Go, Minecraft, Breathe of the Wild, RISK, Pokemon, So...
May 11, 2022•53 min•Ep. 68
The right kind of video game can teleport you to another reality. These games are always going to hold a special place in our hearts. This week we look at the games that have sucked us in for hours on end. Matt has a mushroom farm, Marissa pins stuff for her Sims on Pinterest, and Sacco likes playing the lute. Games we talk about this week: NHL, Stardew Valley, The Sims, The Witcher 3, Fable, The Legend of Zelda: Breathe of the Wild, Red Dead Redemption, Dragon Age, F1, Forza Horizon, Spiderman,...
May 04, 2022•55 min•Ep. 67
You'll play a lot of video games but everyone has those games that are constant. These games keep you coming back playthrough after playthrough. This week we talk about what draws us to our favourite games. Matt thinks life is too short, Marissa tries to keep everyone on track, and Sacco stopped playing Halo?!? Games we talk about this week: Final Fantasy, The Legend of Zelda, Halo, The Sims, Minecraft, Kingdom Hearts, F1, NHL, Call of Duty, The Witcher 3, Dark Souls, Cuphead, and Tetris. Like o...
Apr 27, 2022•58 min•Ep. 66
A major element in video games is the conflicts you face along the way. Different enemy types are a big part of those conflicts. This week we take a look at our most memorable video game enemies. Matt like playing peek-a-boo, Marissa talks nonsense, and Sacco has an unhealthy obsession with unicorns. Games we talk about this week: Super Mario, Final Fantasy, Halo, Bioshock, Sonic The Hedgehog, Diablo 3, Minecraft, The Legend of Zelda, Stardew Valley, The Witcher, and The Binding of Isaac. Like o...
Apr 20, 2022•59 min•Ep. 65
There are countless classic characters out there in the history of video games. Some characters are simple and some are very complicated with long-winded backstories. This week we discuss some of our favourite playable characters specifically. Matt accidentally convinces Marissa not to play a game, Marissa wants to have to train to become great, and Sacco is a simple man with simple tastes. Games we talk about this week: Dragon Age, Final Fantasy, Peggle, Halo, Kingdom Hearts, God of War, The Le...
Apr 13, 2022•52 min•Ep. 64
The introduction game achievements and trophies literally changed the ... game lol. Anyways this week we talk about whether we go hunting for these achievements/trophies and also mention are favourites from our favourite games. Matt doesn't like difficulties, Marissa calls out Matt and Sacco for not paying attention, and Sacco loves achievement hunting. Games we talk about this week: God of War, Minecraft, Fable, Kingdon Hearts, Call of Duty: Black Ops, Cuphead, It Takes Two, 12 Minutes, The Sta...
Apr 06, 2022•55 min•Ep. 63
Everybody enjoys media in their way. Some people enjoy pushing themselves and others want to move at a slow and calm pace. Video games are no different. This week we discuss the difficulty of various video games as well as the levels of difficulty within them. Matt likes to play it safe, Marissa likes to torture herself, and Sacco lands somewhere in the middle. Games we talk about this week: Call of Duty, Halo, The Witcher, Final Fantasy, Pokemon, Cuphead, Destiny, Diablo, World of Warcraft, Ass...
Mar 30, 2022•56 min•Ep. 62
** There was weird feedback in Matt's audio for the first bit of this podcast ** With Sacco out due to illness, Marissa and Mat do a special 2-person episode. This week they talk about the games that they've played together as well as give them a quick ranking. Matt forgets his own rankings multiple times, Marissa has to remind him and Sacco is not here. Games we talk about this week: Halo, Zombies, It Takes Two, A Way Out, Life is Strange, Dragon Age Inquisition, Apex Legends, Overcooked, Detro...
Mar 23, 2022•35 min•Ep. 61
The Crowned Heathens decide to stir the pot a little this week as they give their personal hot takes. They also quickly go over a BuzzFeed article full of hot takes and give their opinions on each. Matt tries to start a fight, Marissa isn't real and Sacco just wants a playdate. Games we talk about this week: Tetris, Forza Horizon, Final Fantasy, The Sims, GTA, Apex Legends, Fortnite, Call of Duty, Genshin Impact, Candy Crush, Hexic HD, Bejeweled, Battlefront II, Stardew Valley, Minecraft, Hades,...
Mar 16, 2022•54 min•Ep. 60
Video games not only entertain but can also be used as tools to hone new skills. This week we explore if we have improved in anyways from the video games that we play. From reflexes to emotional maturity we look at all aspects of life. Matt talks about mowing his fake lawn instead of his real one, Marissa calls Matt and Sacco out about their lack of communication, and Sacco explains "twitch" games. Games we talk about this week: Apex Legends, NHL, It Takes Two, Call of Duty, A Way Out, Halo, Por...
Mar 09, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 59
Video games bring the player in by making connections through the stories that they tell. The characters in these stories play a major role in that. Sometimes you as the player might build a special connection with a particular character. This week we explore the characters that touched our hearts (and hopefully leave them in our chests). Marissa explains the topic to Sacco, and Matt and Sacco both express their love for Ryan Reynolds and Waluigi. Games we talk about this week: The Witcher 3, Wa...
Mar 02, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 58
Role-Playing games give the player many choices. The first choice that will shape your entire playthrough is what class you are choosing? This week we discuss our go-to RPG class and argue about which one is the best. Matt gets stressed out, Marissa picks her party based on personality and Sacco tries to prove Halo has a story. Games we talk about this week: Bioshock, Dragon Age, Final Fantasy, Halo, The Witcher, Apex Legends, Chrono Trigger, Death's Door, Red Dead Redemption, Halo Wars 2, Stard...
Feb 23, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 57
Video games can help us develop and improve our real-world skills. You can also learn a lot about our society from video games from world culture to ancient history. Throughout education video games have been slowly making their way into the curriculum. This week we talk about the past, present, and future of video games in education. Matt plays the stock market in Animal Crossing, Marissa trapped people with Big Brain Academy, and Sacco forgets how to word. Games we talk about this week: Assasi...
Feb 16, 2022•47 min•Ep. 56
We had a topic for this week's podcast but instead, in typical Crowned Heathens fashion, we got side-tracked. Enjoy us talk about an exciting few weeks in gaming as Microsoft and Sony go head to head with some large acquisitions. Matt has too many games to play, Marissa gets misled, and Sacco is confused. Games we talk about this week: Halo, Destiny, Call of Duty, Diablo, World of Warcraft, 11 Minutes, Pokemon, Apex Legends, and Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Like our content? Find more Cr...
Feb 02, 2022•58 min•Ep. 55
Some of the hardest decisions we ever had to make as kids were tied to video games. None were as important as which starter you chose in your brand new Pokemon game. This week we run through all of the generations/regions and pick our favourite. Matt likes ghosts, Marissa loves ice, and Sacco is a fan of psychics. Games we talk about this week: Pokemon, Apex, Halo, The Legend of Zelda Breath of the Wild. Like our content? Find more Crowned Heathens content on Facebook , Instagram , and Twitter ....
Jan 26, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 54
You can tell a lot about a person depending on what they choose in certain situations. Video games can reveal a lot about someone's personality, especially what kind of character they like to pick the most. This week we talk about the various Mario games and the characters within them. Matt likes the colour green, Marissa loves a star, and Sacco is a shit disturber. Games we talk about this week: Super Smash Bros, Mario Party, Mario Kart, Apex Legends, Red Dead Redemption, Stardew Valley Halo Wa...
Jan 19, 2022•57 min•Ep. 53
The Crowned Heathens Podcast turns 1 year old!!!! On this special birthday episode, we give each other and ourselves gaming resolutions. We make some confessions about our favourite series. Matt talks about his hand-drawn farm, Marissa talks about swimming in a river and Sacco talks about his untouched steam library. Games we talk about this week: Final Fantasy, Mass Effect, Borderlands, Fable, The Evil Within 2, Resident Evil Village, Halo Wars 2, Age of Empires 2, Brutal Legend, Bioshock, Apex...
Jan 12, 2022•55 min•Ep. 52
After our holiday break, we are back and more chaotic than ever. Grab a hot chocolate and a warm blanket because we are talking about wonderful winter. We take a look at the best wintery and more specifically our favourite snowy scenes. Matt talks about Dairy Queen Blizzards, we find out Marissa likes looking at stew but not eating it, and Sacco admits he's watched Power Puff Girls and maybe read Lord of the Flies. Games we talk about this week: Stardew Valley, Animal Crossing, Dragon Age: inqui...
Jan 05, 2022•54 min•Ep. 51
In a follow-up to last week's episode, we discussed some of the announcements and trailers that were released at this year's video game awards. We look at the reveals that we just can't wait to get our hands from new stories to old favourites. Matt hates oxford commas, Marissa teaches us grammar, and Sacco is excited about a TV show. Games we talk about this week: Tunic, Star Wars Eclipse, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Among Us VR, Beatsaber, Tiny Tina's Wonderland, Lord of the Rings Gollem, Th...
Dec 22, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 50
With 2021 coming to an end we take a look back at the video games that came out this year and finally talk about some gaming news. Matt, Marissa, and Sacco review the winners from this year's video game awards. Like last week this podcast was live-streamed and Matt played a fun game with the chat while we were recording. So, if you haven't yet be sure to check out our Twitch channel Monday nights while we record our next podcast episode. Games we talk about this week: It Takes Two, Halo, Assasin...
Dec 15, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 49
This week we try something new and old at the same time. We had a lot of fun doing the last video game knowledge quiz so we decided to do another one except this time we live-streamed it on Twitch. Marissa hosts a competition between Matt and Sacco to see who knows more about video game trivia and history. Games we talk about this week: Super Mario, Mario Kart, The Legend of Zelda, GTA, Cuphead, Fight Night, NHL, Madden NFL, Pong, Sonic the Hedgehog, Crazy Taxi, Minecraft, Call of Duty, Donkey K...
Dec 08, 2021•57 min•Ep. 48
Everyone loves a good sidekick and nothing can beat a trusty animal companion. From birds to horses and even giant chickens, we take a look at all the animal companions that we've encountered in video games over the years. In a surprising turn of events, Marissa tries to break the rules, less surprisingly Matt and Sacco both break the rules. Matt and Marissa bond over the lack of Yoshi in their lives and Sacco is confused about Nebraska. Games we talk about this week: Portal, D&D, Pokemon, S...
Dec 01, 2021•54 min•Ep. 47
