The Drunken Joystick
The Drunken Joystick
The Drunken Joystick
Three lifelong friends delve deep into all that is gaming and drinking. Join us for new episodes every Thursday -- because it's always Thirsty Thursday at The Drunken Joystick.
The Worst Gaming Memories of All Time
For all of the amazing gaming memories we have experienced throughout the years, there is a flip side to that - a yin to the yang, a Dr. Jekyll to the Mr. Hyde - Thus, we happily present to you this specific episode! Reluctantly snag that one drink that you can't even sniff without shuddering and strap in: it's time to unearth our absolute worst gaming memories.
Jul 22, 2021
38 min
The Godfather II: What Went Wrong?
Welcome to the first episode in the mini-series: "What Went Wrong".   In this first installment  Mike & Greg tackle the dumpster-fire that is The Godfather II: From all of it's short-comings and down-right disappointments, to missed opportunities and, ultimately, it's immanent demise. But why was this game so quickly laid out to pasture? Grab a cocktail and let's discuss! 
Mar 10, 2021
20 min
Cyberpunk 2077 - Our Drunken Review
Few games have garnered as much hype as Cyberpunk 2077, and for good reason. Following their incredible and highly-regarded smash-hit, The Witcher 3, it was nearly unthinkable to envision CD Project Red making any ill-advised moves when it came to their follow-up creative venture. But here we are...Cyberpunk 2077 is here and has been met with mixed reviews to say the least. So it's only fitting that the boys jack in and pour out some preem spirits to offer up their unique perspectives on this controversial title.
Jan 8, 2021
55 min
A Drunken Joystick Christmas
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all! 2020 isn't the most traditional of holiday seasons. But that doesn't stop the fellas from reminiscing on past holiday shenanigans and traditions, many of which involve both gaming and a couple (or more) drinks.  Here's hoping you all have a safe and happy holiday season filled with new games, new memories, and strong drinks. Cheers!
Dec 24, 2020
36 min
The Best Drinking Games to Play While Gaming
Playing drinking games that were created with gaming in mind? That is literally what this podcast was made for! The guys have has a few years since turning 21 to come up with some of their own drinking games to combine their shared love of video games and a nice drink together. Pouring some of their favorite drinks, they're sitting down and sharing some of those games with all of you, to help enhance your next gaming night (after turning 21, of course)!
Dec 17, 2020
26 min
Far Cry 2: The Dark Horse of the Series
Every franchise has that polarizing game that divides its fan base: Is it the crowning release of the series? Or is it a stain on the legacy of an otherwise great franchise? The fellas settle in and take a look at one of those polarizing titles that they grew up with: Far Cry 2. Twelve years later, is it the diamond of the series, hidden away to be discovered by players? Or the malaria-carrying mosquito that infects the other titles by association? Let's discuss!
Dec 10, 2020
29 min
Assassin's Creed Valhalla - Our Drunken Review
VALHALLA!!!It's the first major title to drop since The Drunken Joystick was founded. So today, the fellas fill their horns with ale and mead to sit and discuss Assassin's Creed Valhalla, in TDJ's inaugural One-month Review. 
Dec 3, 2020
49 min
Brunch with the Boys Ep. 1
Sometimes you just gotta get together over some breakfast and drinks and catch up on where life has been takin' ya.It's the first and definitely not the last episode of Brunch with the Boys, the guys take a morning to relax and catch up on everything in gaming and life in general.
Nov 19, 2020
27 min
It's National Happy Hour Day!
If there was ever a year where we needed to celebrate National Happy Hour Day, 2020 would be that year!In honor of this much-needed holiday we dig up the dirt on all of our drinking habits and how they've weaved their way into our regular gaming sessions.
Nov 12, 2020
34 min
Do You Suffer from Gamers' FOMO?
We can safely say that almost everyone has experienced the fear of missing out at one point or another - especially with the next generation of consoles positioned directly on the horizon (12 days away, to be exact). With next-gen and a conglomeration of early releases ramping-up consumers' FOMO, the boys snag some appropriate cocktails and dive deep into gamers' psyche (oh boy), attempting to answer the questions: Do they suffer from gamers' FOMO? And what causes it to begin with? Sit back, relax, and Clink'r N' Drink'r!
Oct 29, 2020
32 min
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