Fishbowl is a quiet, routine-driven game about grief that slowly reveals something deeper. What starts as brushing teeth and doing dishes becomes a reflection on care, memory, and the gap between what we know we need and what we actually do.

Super Mario Galaxy still feels like Nintendo showing off. In this episode, Alex and Luke revisit the gravity-defying platformer and unpack why its design, music, and creativity hold up nearly two decades later.

Cyberpunk 2077 (2.0) is polished, ambitious, occasionally buggy—and far more emotionally interesting than its launch reputation suggests. We talk builds, story beats, DLC, and the strange shift that happens once V’s journey reaches the credits.

A dual-list episode for the gamer in your life — even if that gamer is you. Alex breaks down five gift categories from gift cards to full-on experiences, Luke delivers five cozy lo-fi games that pair perfectly with a new Steam Deck, and somewhere in the middle they accidentally eat head cheese.

After seven years of Luke telling Alex to play it, Hollow Knight finally gets its moment. In this episode we explore Team Cherry’s haunting Metroidvania and the long-awaited Silksong — comparing difficulty, world design, and why these emo bug adventures have become modern indie classics.

Alex kicks off Low Five’s holiday gaming season with a nostalgic look at the rituals, surprises, and annual traditions that remind us why gaming season hits different in winter.

Cult of the Lamb might be the cutest cult management simulator ever made. In this episode, Alex and Luke dig into Massive Monster’s roguelite hit — balancing dungeon runs, follower faith, rituals, and an unreasonable amount of poop cleanup.

The Plucky Squire might be one of the most beautiful games in recent memory. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack its ambitious storybook mechanics, creative mini-games, and the strange “type two fun” experience that makes it memorable even when it’s frustrating.

Diablo IV isn’t complicated at its core: kill demons, collect loot, repeat. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack Blizzard’s massive RPG — from character builds and co-op dungeon runs to the hypnotic rhythm that makes Sanctuary so hard to leave.

Curious about the Playdate? This little yellow handheld is making big waves with its quirky crank and indie spirit. I break down what makes it special, why developers love it, and why I’m excited for Season 2. If you love unique hardware, creative games, or just want something different from the usual big brands, this is a console worth knowing.

Balatro looks like poker, but it plays like something much stranger. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack the Joker-driven roguelike that quietly became one of the most addictive indie games of the decade.

Elden Ring doesn’t meet you halfway—you have to meet it first. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack FromSoftware’s massive RPG, from early frustration to the moment the game finally clicks.

Against the Storm flips the city builder formula on its head. In this episode, Alex and Luke explore the roguelike structure, production chains, and the strange satisfaction of building something just to watch it wash away.

The Talos Principle isn’t just a puzzle game—it’s a philosophical conversation. This piece explores how its mechanics and ideas around consciousness, identity, and free will come together in one of gaming’s most thought-provoking experiences.

Kirby 64 feels simple—until it doesn’t. In this episode, Alex and Luke revisit the N64 classic, unpack its inventive copy ability system, and reflect on how a childhood favorite hits differently the second time around.

Zelda finally gets her own game—and it works. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack Echoes of Wisdom’s creative systems, dungeon design, and why it feels like a true evolution of 2D Zelda.

Control is a game everyone respects—and not everyone wants to play. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack Remedy’s surreal sci-fi shooter, from its physics-driven combat to the strange push-pull that defines the experience.

Ten years later, college football is back—and it hits differently depending on who you are. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack College Football 25, from dynasty mode obsession to the steep learning curve that divides players.

Disco Elysium doesn’t meet you halfway—you have to stay with it. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack its dense systems, unforgettable writing, and the moment it finally clicks into one of gaming’s best experiences.

Deadeus proves you don’t need much to create great horror. In this episode, Alex and Luke unpack the Game Boy homebrew title that uses limitation, imagination, and a three-day countdown to create something that sticks.