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Video Games 2 the MAX

Sean Garmerw2mnet.com
Video Games 2 the MAX features a longtime veteran of Games Journalism, Sean Garmer along with either semi-regular co-host and long-time video game reviewer, Marc Morrison or even a guest co-host to discuss everything involving Video Games each week.

This includes the games they are playing or reviewing, all the big news of the week in gaming, a special topic, and even some Movies or TV Show topics at times as well. All from the viewpoint of gaming content creators, gaming journalists, and gaming consumers too. 

The podcast also appears in video form on the W2M Network Youtube channel: (https://www.youtube.com/@W2MNetwork/). Be sure to check out https://w2mnet.com/ for posts about each podcast and more.

You can check out Sean's writing over at: https://www.theouterhaven.net/ 

You can check out Sean's reviews over at: https://opencritic.com/critic/8257/sean-garmer

You can also check out all of Marc's reviews over at: https://411mania.com/games

You can also follow each of the guys individually on Twitter or Bluesky @W2MSean, @humanityplague, or the entire network @W2MNetwork.
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Episodes

Video Games 2 the MAX Special: Our E3 2018 Predictions

On this special Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by guest Randy Isbelle. The trio go through each press conference and give their predictions for what could be announced or shown at the event.

Jun 07, 20181 hr 44 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #188: Fortnite on Switch, Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Fallout 76

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss all of the Pre-E3 2018 announcements and leaks, as it gets closer and closer to the event. So many games, so little time. Pokemon Let's Go Pikachu and Eevee are official and the guys discuss all the details. Will this be something that really appeals to so many different gamers? Or is it just hardcore Pokemon fans? They also discuss the big leaks of Fortnite coming to Switch. Plus, does PUBG have a leg to stand on in...

Jun 04, 20181 hr 26 min

Video Games 2 the MAX: Pokemon Switch Leak, Kingdom Hearts 3 Demo, Cloud Switch Games

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss what's been happening this week in Gaming news. First up is the latest information on Kingdom Hearts 3 including what's new based on pre-E3 demos played by press members. What do the duo think of some of the additions to the game? How about the new summons? And the various locations? They also talk about the Pokemon Switch leak. Could the Nintendo Switch Pokemon game really be a remake of Pokemon Yellow? Or is it a s...

May 22, 20181 hr 37 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #186: Nintendo Switch Online, E3 2018 Leaks, Star Fox Grand Prix

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison talk the latest in gaming news, as E3 2018 approaches. Along with that, some leaks have sprung up from sources and retailers. The guys talk about which ones seem likely, and which ones are just too crazy. They also discuss the announcement of Rage 2. A possible Star Fox Racing Game for Switch. God of War getting more games in the series. Monster Hunter getting a movie. A new Superhot based in Japan. Lots of classic game anno...

May 14, 20181 hr 54 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #185: God of War, Avengers Infinity War, Singleplayer Dying?

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean and Marc talk a lot more than just about Games for this one. They bookend the show talking about two huge releases. First, Marc discusses all his thoughts on God of War without spoilers. Talking about Atreus's role, the relationship between him and Kratos. How much Norse mythology really is in the game, combat, and more. Plus, more on the Persona 5 anime, and their continuing trek through Dragon Ball Z with Sean making it all the way to the Cell Gam...

Apr 30, 20181 hr 50 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #184: Kingdom Hearts 3 Minigames, Persona 5: The Animation, Old Games Rule

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison return after an unintended time off. Marc gives his absolute final thoughts on Ni No Kuni 2 and Far Cry 5. He also talks about Steam World Dig 2 and a few other games he's been playing too. Both men also talk about their travels through watching the Dragon Ball Z series all the way through. Sean watched all of Dragon Ball and is on Ep. 41 of DBZ, while Marc is on Ep. 70 they discuss what they've enjoyed so far, the character...

Apr 17, 20181 hr 31 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #183: Far Cry 5, Ni No Kuni 2, Dragon Quest 11 Release Date

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss another week in gaming. The duo begin by discussing the two big games Marc has been playing. Diving deep into both Ni No Kuni 2 and Far Cry 5. After that, they talk some news, which is almost more about other things than actual games stuff. Microsoft makes some changes to their EULA and gets people up in arms. John Cena is Duke Nukem. Gina Rodriguez brings back a double dose of Carmen San Diego. There's also the Drag...

Mar 31, 20181 hr 48 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #182: Yakuza 6, Game Informer 300, Toys R Us Closing,

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin with games they've been playing. Marc gives his final thoughts on Yakuza 6, as reviews have begun pouring in through various places. He also discusses the Assassin's Creed Rogue Remaster too. Sean also talks looking forward to Ni No Kuni 2. In the news, there's plenty to talk about. LEGO toys reveal LEGO Incredibles. Square-Enix reveals Shadow of the Tomb Raider. While the guys also talk the Tomb Raider film. There's a...

Mar 19, 20182 hr 12 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #181: Super Smash Bros Switch, The Division 2, Super Seducer

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss a doozy of a week in gaming. First, the guys begin by talking about the games they've been playing. Marc discusses some things on Yakuza 6: Song of Life and Final Fantasy XV on PC. While Sean plays Super Seducer on PC, so that you don't have to. The duo also talk about the news. Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft announce The Division 2. Marc gives the lowdown on what needs changing to make the sequel a success. They ...

Mar 12, 20181 hr 41 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #180: Activision Wants More Remasters, Yakuza 6 Take Down, Video Game Violence Part 2

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have to discuss more on the subject of violence in video games. Especially, with news coming out about President Donald Trump meeting with "members of the games industry" next week. Is there really anything that can be changed in the rating system? Marc also discusses his time with Final Fantasy XV on PC. Fe and a few other games he's played this week. There's also more gaming type news. Sony wants to focus more on first par...

Mar 02, 20181 hr 22 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #179: Spyro Trilogy, Black Panther, Video Game Violence

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss another politician invoking video game violence due to the recent school shooting in Florida. They discuss why the Kentucky Govenor is wrong. What some of the real problems actually are, and is there a time where we do need to be weary of what children are playing? Then, the guys discuss the games they are playing. Marc goes into his thoughts on Battle Chef Brigade. While Sean talks a little more on Crossing Souls. A...

Feb 20, 20181 hr 49 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #178: Kingdom Hearts 3, Red Dead 2 Delayed, Kim Possible Movie

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison waste no time getting into the big topic at hand. There's a new Kingdom Hearts 3 trailer and its spooky. Well, in a way that you think Monsters Inc. is scary anyway. The guys pick out some of the best things from the trailer. Discuss whether the game still releases in 2018. And why is Marc not enthused about Monsters Inc. being one of the worlds? After that, they discuss games they are playing. Marc keeps poking away at Mons...

Feb 12, 20181 hr 57 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #177: Dragon Ball FighterZ, Xbox Game Pass Addition, Nintendo Labo Thoughts

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have lots to discuss after taking an unintended week off. Including Marc getting a Nintendo Switch for his birthday. Sean discusses his time with Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Hacker's Memory. While Marc talks Dragon Ball FighterZ, Monster Hunter World, Iconoclasts, and more. Plus, both guys give their thoughts on Metal Gear Survive after playing the beta. After that, they get into the news and there's a lot of it. Nintendo an...

Jan 28, 20181 hr 38 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #176: The Tale of Two Betas, Super Meat Boy Switch, Quantic Dream Trouble

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison talk about quite a lot, as video games kick full swing into 2018. First, they begin by discussing the two open betas held on the same weekend. DISSIDIA: Final Fantasy NT and Dragon Ball Z FighterZ. They discuss why the DBZ one had so many problems, but perhaps winds up being the better of the two games. While DISSIDIA had a lot to show, but may be too obtuse for its own good. Not to mention, Marc schools Sean on why DBZ is b...

Jan 15, 20181 hr 58 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #175: Nintendo Breaks Records, Animaniacs Coming Back, GDC Awards

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss what's been happening in gaming each week. They begin by talking about games they've been playing. Marc speaks on a Steam game called Superflight. While Sean talks about Super Mario Odyssey after finally beating it. Next, they go through the news. The Game Developer's Choice Awards Nominees are out. They rundown who probably wins out of what's nominated. Nintendo broke a bunch of sales records in both Japan and the U...

Jan 07, 20181 hr 38 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #174: Most Anticipated Games of 2018

On the final Video Games 2 the MAX that happened in 2017, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss some of their most anticipated Games of 2018 in the final 30 minutes or so. However, they begin with talking about games they've been playing over the holidays. Marc talks Grim Legend on PC. While Sean finally gets to play Night in the Woods on Playstation 4 and loves it. He also gets into his time with the original Xenoblade Chronicles on New 3DS. Plus gives the lowdown on the Lost Sphear demo on Nin...

Jan 01, 20181 hr 47 min

Video Games 2 the MAX Special: Best Games of 2017

On this special episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by fellow W2Mnet.com staff members Daniel Anderson and Wes Harrington, as they debate, discuss and decide on the Top 25 Games of 2017. Using a list of over 47 Games, as voted on by the full staff, they whittle it all down to 25 Games, and then rank them in order. * Editor's Note: We realized after recording that due to a mistake with not putting it into that vote tier list that's below, (which it's there n...

Dec 22, 20171 hr 21 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #173: Disney Buys Fox, Okami HD, Game Sales

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison by discussing the impact of Disney buying Fox TV and film properties. What movies or TV shows would they like to see come out of this? What does it mean for the entertainment industry? And how does it shakeup the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After that, the guys talk about games they are playing. Marc talks playing Okami HD and Shadowhand. While Sean has more on Xenoblade Chronicles 2 after finishing the game. There's also som...

Dec 15, 20171 hr 12 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #172: Game Awards 2017 Reactions, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Megaman 11

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison run down and give reactions to what happened at the 2017 Game Awards. What about the surprise announcements of Bayonetta 3 and Soul Calibur VI? The crazy Death Stranding trailer. The guys also give thoughts on the award winners, and the presentation of gaming's biggest night as a whole. Then, they get into the news with the Megaman X games coming to current-gen consoles. Megaman 11 being a thing. More info on why the Disney ...

Dec 09, 20171 hr 11 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #171: Devil May Cry 5, Game Awards 2017 Predictions, Loot Boxes in Trouble

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison start with the games they've been playing. Marc talks more on Hand of Fate 2 and beating Ori and the Blind Forest. Sean picked up some things on Black Friday, so he talks Wolfenstein 2, Horizon: Zero Dawn, HALO Wars 2 and more. After that, it's the news. The guys discuss the rumor of Devil May Cry V being announced soon. Character swapping coming to Final Fantasy XV. Super Mario Cereal. Valkyria Chronicles 4 coming out in 20...

Nov 30, 20171 hr 55 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #170: Pokemon Ultra Sun, Star Wars Battlefront 2 Controversy, Hand of Fate 2

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin with their games they are playing. Sean speaks on his time Pokemon Ultra Sun. While Marc discusses Call of Duty WWII Multiplayer, Hand of Fate 2 and School Girl Zombie Hunter. After that, they have a lengthy conversation on the Star Wars Battlefront 2 controversy. Did EA caving so quickly show that this was always all about the money? Is there really a way to fix the progression system? And could Disney be the reason f...

Nov 19, 20171 hr 25 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #169: EA Buys Respawn, Telltale Layoffs, Disney's Interest in FOX

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss a variety of things on the gaming and entertainment front. The podcast begins with Marc giving more thoughts on both Assassin's Creed Origins and Call of Duty WWII now that he's finished both games. He talks some of the end game things in AC Origins. While with COD WWII he talks Nazi Zombies, the objectives and how unauthentic the game is about the war it's covering. The guys also discuss the sales doubling for both ...

Nov 12, 20171 hr 36 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #168: Call of Duty WWII, Super Mario Odyssey, Paris Games Week 2017

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin with the games they are playing. Sean tries out the new Nintendo Switch indie game from Harmonix called Super Sports Beats. While also raving about Super Mario Odyssey's many moons and great worlds. Marc has a virtual travel to Egypt, as he details his play time with Assassin's Creed Origins. He also is halfway through the newest in Activision's yearly military franchise, Call of Duty WWII. The guys also get into some ...

Nov 05, 20171 hr 45 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #167: Visceral Games Closes, Gambling in Gaming, South Park

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have plenty to talk about. Actually not so much on games they've been playing, as there is the South Park: Fractured Butt Whole Demo for Sean. While Marc talks more about Shadow of War after beating the main story thread in the game. Visceral Games has been shut down by EA. This means another Star Wars game is going through issues. Does it help or hurt going into a more Destiny type arena for Star Wars? We also talk about if...

Oct 26, 20171 hr 57 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #166: Shadow of War, Cuphead, Big Push For VR

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss Middle-Earth: Shadow of War. How does the game differ from the first one? Is it being less open world a good thing? Are people making too much of the random loot boxes? What about the all important Nemesis system? Marc answers all those questions and more. Sean gives his thoughts on the Octopath Traveler Demo. He also remembers to talk about his play time with Cuphead too. The guys also get into the news of the week....

Oct 14, 20171 hr 34 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #165: SNES Classic Thoughts, Red Dead 2 Story Details, No Vita 2

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison start by talking about the latest they are playing. Marc has a SNES Classic and he gives his thoughts on the mini system, it's games and the package as a whole. Will he keep it? Or put it up for sale? After that, the guys get into the ongoings with the news. Sony's Andrew House says they don't have plans to make a Playstation Vita 2, or any compeitior for the Nintendo Switch. Do we actually believe him? And what were the iss...

Oct 02, 20171 hr 41 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #164: Tokyo Game Show 2017, Nintendo Directs, Divinity Original Sin 2, More

This show was actually recorded on 9/23/17, but there were audio issues some that were able to be fixed, and some that weren't. So, we apologize for this coming out so late. Also be aware that around the 1 hour and 28 minute mark, the audio cuts out for about one minute and resumes at the 1:29:30 mark. On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin, as usual with the games they've been playing. This takes up the first 35 minutes or so the episode. Marc talks Divini...

Oct 02, 20171 hr 55 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #163: Yakuza Kiwami, Gamescom 2017, Moviepass Lowers Price

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the Xbox Gamescom Conference. Are any of the games really system sellers? And are we excited about a Jurassic Park simulator? Square-Enix has quite a bit of news on Final Fantasy XV getting new editions on PC and a pocket version. Nintendo winning in sales. Plus, can Moviepass really succeed? Even with big theater chains like AMC going against it. Marc talks about playing Yakuza Kiwami and Mega Man Legacy Collection ...

Aug 25, 201757 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #162: Disney Leaving Netflix, New Persona Games, More

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss some gaming and entertainment news, as the Fall season rapidly approaches for both. Disney announces their attentions to launch a streaming service for both Disney proper and ESPN. While also giving only a year, for when Disney properties are set to leave streaming giant Neflix. Is this a good idea for Disney? Are there too many streaming services out there? And how much content could there actually be on it? Atlus a...

Aug 13, 20171 hr 42 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #161: San Diego Comic-Con 2017 News, Nintendo 64 Classic, Pyre

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the news coming out of San Diego Comic-Con 2017. Did we like the trailers for the latest Marvel and DC movies? What about some of the announcements? We discuss all that. Plus what's Christopher Nolan's beef with Netflix? There's also Video Games news too. Some trademark filings reveal that perhaps a Nintendo 64 Classic could be on the cards in the near future. Sean and Marc wonder what games could be on the system. N...

Jul 29, 20171 hr 31 min
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