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Mario in Mid-Air, About to Be Devoured by a Chain Chomp from Paper Mario: The Origami King

By Jacob Roundy August 11, 2020August 7, 2020

The Paper Mario Problem: A Review of The Origami King

Let’s talk about Paper Mario. How does The Origami King fit into the series as a whole? And is it worth playing? Find out here.

By Ben Gogel May 4, 2020May 3, 2020

The Transcendence of a Video Game Journey

Amidst the madness of the modern world, Ben pivots gears and finds comfort with a special guest in thatgamecompany’s minimalist masterpiece.

By Ben Gogel March 31, 2020March 27, 2020

Nioh 2 Review: Grave of the Flung Controllers

Ben Gogel grabs his blood pressure pills and dies no less than 226 times to see if Samurai Souls 2: Sengoku Boogaloo cuts sharp.

By Jacob Roundy March 28, 2020March 27, 2020

Animal Crossing: New Horizons Review — First Impressions

Is Animal Crossing: New Horizons everything we hoped and dreamed for? Find out here with this first look at the game!

By Ben Gogel March 10, 2020March 9, 2020

PAX East 2020 Game Showcase

Ben Gogel offers perspective on the offerings he could see at PAX East 2020, in between panels, long lines and more surprises than you can shake a D20 at.

By Jacob Roundy March 4, 2020March 3, 2020

My PAX East 2020 Experience

PAX East 2020 is officially over. If you’re curious to know the highlights from this year’s show, I’ve put together my thoughts right here.

By Jacob Roundy February 4, 2020February 4, 2020

How to Stick to the Main Plot and Avoid Getting Distracted by Side Quests

Have you ever gotten too distracted by side quests and put down a game because of it? It’s happened to me countless times, but here’s how I overcome that urge and stay focused.

By Jacob Roundy December 7, 2019

My Year in Gaming: 2019 Edition

I didn’t get to write for Couch Bandits as much as I would’ve liked this year, so I’m making up for it with a massive blog chronicling my year of gaming in 2019. Check it out here!

By Ben Gogel December 5, 2019December 7, 2019

Message from an Old Friend: A Look Back at The Witcher 3

Ben Gogel emerges from hiding and attempts to placate the mob by offering his own perspective on “the best game ever made because SHUT UP!!”

By Connor Strader December 3, 2019December 7, 2019

Luigi’s Mansion 3 (Better Late Than Never)

In the latest ‘Better Late Than Never’ piece, Connor reviews LUIGI’S MANSION 3 for the Nintendo Switch.

By Couch Bandits November 29, 2019November 21, 2020

Stream Alert! Game-A-Thon 2019 Part 1 at 8:30pm EST Tonight

We’re going live tonight at 8:30pm EST on Twitch! Be sure to keep an eye on our social media for updates! Come join us for a fun night of board games as we begin part one of the annual Game-A-Thon celebration!