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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

Joycon Drift Lawsuit, Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3, Dragon Quest Builders 2 - Video Games 2 the MAX # 204

Host Sean Garmer finally is playing games again after a long break and he joins Marc Morrison to talk about all of them. Marc discusses Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3: The Black Order, Super Mario Maker 2, and Cadence of Hyrule. While Sean dishes early thoughts on Dragon Quest Builders 2 and his fun with Slay the Spire. In-between talking about those games, they also bring up the MUA 3 Expansion Pass, The best selling games of June 2019, and the two new Nintendo Switch announcements. After that, the...

Jul 28, 20191 hr 28 min

VG2TM Interview with Natalie Lander

Marc and Jens interview special guest Natalie Lander about her varied voice over career, her acting work and her family history in regards to showbiz.

Jul 06, 20191 hr 9 min

Video Games 2 The Medium #2

Hear Marc and Jens talk about Chaosbane, Days Gone, a bit of Judgement and some pre-E3 news

Jun 09, 20191 hr 56 min

Days Gone, Borderlands 3, SEGA, - Video Games 2 the MAX #203

On this episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Jens to spend the first part of the episode discussing his and Marc's further progress in Days Gone. They talk about some of the story beats spoiler free, the motorcycle, freakers, and much more about the game. Marc also gives final thoughts on Earth Defense Force: Iron Rain as well. Next, the trio delves into the Borderlands 3 Gameplay reveal. Are they excited about the game? And what's really new with the franchise this go around. Th...

May 05, 20191 hr 17 min

Steam World Quest, PlayStation 5, Avengers Endgame - Video Games 2 the MAX #202

On this episode, Sean Garmer is back in the host chair along with Marc Morrison as they discuss some big topics happening in gaming. They begin with Marc's very early thoughts on Days Gone. Plus, discussion on the sort of announcement of Kingdom Hearts 3 DLC called ReMIND. Not to mention, the NPD results for March and for 2019 so far. Next, they get into some heavy stuff with the crunch and workplace issues at Riot Games, Netherrealm Studios, and Epic Games. They also get into what Epic CEO Tim ...

May 01, 20192 hr 47 min

Video Games 2 the Medium #1

Join Marc and new player Jens as they talk about the past few weeks of video game stories and what they've been playing.

Apr 26, 20191 hr 50 min

Ape Out, Pokemon Sword, Anthem -Video Games 2 the MAX #201

On this episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the Nintendo Switch's second birthday. How the system has evolved over time and how much they enjoy the system itself. They also talk about fond memories of the PlayStation 2 as it passes its 19th anniversary in Japan. Marc also gives general thoughts on Captain Marvel too. The duo also discuss games they've been playing. Sean loves Ape Out. While Marc talks about his not so fun time with Anthem. Plus, more on Marc's journey through Kingdom ...

Mar 10, 20192 hr 8 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #200: Jump Force, Nintendo Direct 2019, Scalebound

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the games they've been playing. Jump Force and God Eater 3 are on the docket. How do the two anime-inspired games fare? They also give some thoughts on the other big game releases of last week. While Sean talks Senran Kagura: Burst ReNewal, Mages of Mystralia, and much more. They also get into the news talking the Activision-Blizzard Layoffs. Rumors of Scalebound returning but for the Nintendo Switch. A breakdown of ...

Feb 19, 20192 hr 3 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #199: Kingdom Hearts III, Resident Evil 2, Xbox Live on Switch

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss two major games they've played in Kingdom Hearts III and Resident Evil 2. They discuss a lot about both games without story spoilers. While also covering the possible announcement of Resident Evil 3 and Netflix developing a Resident Evil TV Series. After that, they get into the news with Microsoft maybe bringing Xbox Live features to Nintendo Switch and Mobile. Could it be much more than that though? They speculate o...

Feb 05, 20192 hr 4 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #198: Dragon Ball Super: Broly, Activision-Bungie Split, Star Wars Games

On this edition of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss all the big news that's happened already in 2019, along with games they've been playing too. First off, they discuss a variety of news topics ranging from the huge news of Bungie going independent and splitting from Activision to the absurd with Randy Pitchford, Gearbox, and some magic. Along the way they discuss various companies getting sued including Rockstar. EA canceling yet another Star Wars game. Super Nintend...

Jan 21, 20192 hr 25 min

Video Games 2 the MAX Special: Best Games of 2018

On this special episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by fellow W2Mnet.com staff members Daniel Anderson and Randy Isbelle to take a list of 42 games and whittle it down to 25. So they can determine the 25 Best Games of 2018. However, they begin with a "Year in Review." Looking back at some of the biggest storylines of the year. Starting with how Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo did. Who had the best year out of the "Big 3?" They also talk about the year's consistency of great games, es...

Dec 20, 20181 hr 54 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #197: Gamers Choice Awards, Nairi: Tower of Shirin, Daredevil Canceled

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss quite a few topics. Not to mention, they have listened to the audience and commenters as well. Welcome to their first video podcast. What will hopefully be the first of many to come. The guys begin talking about CBS doing a Gamers Choice Awards. What it means for the industry to now have two award shows basically back to back. Will this one be good? What do they think of the actual awards? And will the celebrities he...

Dec 04, 20181 hr 27 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #196: Pokemon Let's Go, Game Awards Predictions, Sony Missing E3 2019

On this Thanksgiving episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss quite a few topics, and the games they've been playing heading into the last legs of the year. They begin by talking game sales for last month as Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 proves triumphant over Red Dead Redemption 2. Then, they switch focus to a much longer conversation about Sony skipping E3 2019. What it means for the company and for the Entertainment Software Association that runs E3. Is the PS5 trul...

Nov 22, 20182 hr 36 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #195: Diablo Immortal Backlash, Red Dead Redemption 2, Smash Ultimate Direct

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison return from a very much unintended layoff to discuss some of the big news and recently released games. The guys change things up this time around talking the news first. Sean and Marc discuss the huge backlash from Blizzard fans after the Diablo Immortal mobile game was announced at Blizzcon 2018. Is the hate justified? Or is this another case of entitlement in the community? Is mobile gaming truly the devil? The guys also r...

Nov 04, 20181 hr 47 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #194: Telltale Games Layoffs, Marvel's Spider-Man, Playstation Classic

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin by discussing the terrible news concerning Telltale Games laying off over 275 people without severance pay or any warning. The class action lawsuit filed by an employee in its wake, the reasons behind the studio closing, and how it may be time for game development to bring unions into the mix. They also discuss the Capcom Vancouver studio closing and Total War Rome II stupid controversy in this as well. After that, the...

Sep 26, 20182 hr 19 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #193: Xbox All Access, Dragon Quest XI, The Messenger,

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison comeback from another unintended delay having played some major games. Marc talks more about World of Warcraft: Battle For Azeroth and gives final thoughts about We Happy Few. While Sean has a long list of games to go through. He gives his intial thoughts on Dragon Quest XI, right as embargo lifts a week before launch date. While he also discusses Ninja Gaiden and Metroidvania lovechild, The Messenger. He tries not to burn t...

Aug 28, 20182 hr 6 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #192: Smash Direct, We Happy Few, Dead Cells

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the latest in Games and some Entertainment happenings. The guys begin by discussing the games they've been playing. Marc gives his initial thoughts on We Happy Few. While also giving his feelings on Dead Cells as well. This also bleeds into the two talking about the plagiarism at IGN by Filip Muocin of Boomstick Gaming's script for a Dead Cells review. Sean also talks a bit more on Pool Panic, and about an indie game...

Aug 09, 20182 hr 49 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #191: SDCC 2018, Xbox Streaming Console, James Gunn Fired

On this post San Diego Comic-Con 2018 episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss the juicy details that Microsoft may be planning not one, but two consoles for a 2020 release. One of them is possibly an all streaming edition. Could this actually be feasible by then? Or is it still too early for it? What are some features it could bring into gaming? We discuss that and more out of that potential big news. Nintendo also sues two Rom websites for copyright infringement, could they be starting a...

Jul 26, 20181 hr 46 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #190: Octopath Traveler, Mega Man X Legacy Collection, No Man's Sky

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, after an very much unintended longtime off, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss some of the major things they missed prior to San Diego Comic-Con week. First though, Sean and Marc discuss the games they've been playing in that span. Sean and Marc have both been doling out Break Points in Octopath Traveler. While Marc talks Mega Man X Legacy Collection as well. Sean also talks Adult Swim's latest Pool Panic and Y's VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana both on PC. Af...

Jul 26, 20181 hr 25 min

Video Games 2 the MAX #189: Vampyr, Gaming Disorder, Gamestop Selling Company

On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison take a deep dive into a variety of topics, as they return from a post E3 2018 break. First, they begin by talking about games they've played over that span. Marc gives his thoughts on both Vampyr and Jurassic Park Evolution. While Sean hasn't played any games because of the World Cup, but he did see Incredibles 2. There's plenty in the news for the guys to cover. Gaming is a step closer to becoming an official disorder. The ...

Jun 26, 20182 hr 32 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: Nintendo E3 Direct Review, Final Press Conference Rankings

On the final E3 2018 centered special episode, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle and Sean Comer to talk all things Nintendo. How did the guys feel about a new Mario Party announced? What about Overcooked 2? And did Sean go crazy about Xenoblade 2 DLC? Plus, some interesting info on Pokemon Let's Go was revealed concerning the Pokeball Plus, and of course Super Smash Bros. Ultimate too. The guys also discuss the press conference in general as well. Finally, after finishing...

Jun 12, 201848 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: Playstation E3 Showcase Review

On this special E3 episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle, Daniel Anderson, and Sean Comer to discuss all things Playstation. Sony stood firm and showcased their four pillars in Last of Us Part 2, Spiderman, Death Stranding, and Ghost of Tsushima, but did anything else catch the panel's eye? What game did they like the best? And how about the layout of the press conference itself. There's also a few surprises to talk about too. So don't miss i...

Jun 12, 201853 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: Ubisoft E3 Media Briefing Review

On this special E3 episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle and Daniel Anderson to talk all things Ubisoft. What did the crew think of the new Trials game announcement, the big showing for Assassin's Creed Odyssey, Starfox in Starlink: Battle For Atlas, and all the other things shown. Plus, what about the press conference in general? They talk all this and more.

Jun 11, 201831 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: Square-Enix E3 Showcase Review

On this special E3 episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle to talk all things Square-Enix announcements. They discuss the short run-time of the conference, and how truly the company gave everyone else their stuff. But they did include some surprises and they have five games releasing in 2018 as well. What did the guys like about what was shown? What about the conference in general? And how can they improve it for next year? They discuss all thi...

Jun 11, 201819 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: Bethesda E3 Showcase Review

On this special E3 2018 episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle to talk all things announced at the Bethesda E3 2018 Press Briefing. How do they feel after Todd Howard outlined what Fallout 76 actually is? Are they interested in Elder Scrolls Blades? And what about Doom: Eternal? How about the press conference in general? And how can they improve it for next year. The guys discuss all of this and more.

Jun 11, 201825 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: Xbox Press Briefing Review

On this special E3 2018 episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle to discuss everything that happened at the Microsoft E3 2018 Press Briefing. How do the guys feel about some of the announcements like Gears 5, Halo Infinite, Just Cause 4, and much more. What about the press conference in general? And is this the best one so far?

Jun 11, 201840 min

E3 2018: Video Games 2 the MAX: EA Play 2018 Review

On the first of many E3 2018 press conference review shows, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by Randy Isbelle and first time guest Sean Comer to discuss everything Electronic Arts showed off during EA Play 2018. Is there anything they are excited about? What about the show in general? And how can they improve it in the future. The guys give a terrific rundown of what happened so be sure to check it out.

Jun 10, 201856 min
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