S3 Ep.12 - GOTY Winners 1978 + 2025

Hic ... excuse us! On this episode, Kyle is fighting a severe case of the hiccups, while Tanner is waging a full-blown war against proper pronunciation. We're diving deep into gaming history to compare two heavyweights from vastly different eras: 1978’s arcade phenomenon Space Invaders and modern gaming titan Balatro . How much has the gaming landscape transformed over nearly five decades? Can a retro coin-op favorite and a roguelike deckbuilder stand side-by-side as legendary Game of the Year winners? Grab your quarter—or your deck—and press play for the chaos, the nostalgia, and the hot takes as we find out if these two icons truly deserve the crown! Send your game recommendations here! Include the game title and your name so we can give you a shoutout!