DMG Gaming Podcast
Welcome to "Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers" Gaming Podcast where lifelong best friends Grant Roland and Ed Phillips dive deep into the world of video games. Join us as we explore everything from the latest releases to nostalgic retro games, offering insightful reviews, and engaging discussions. With 20 years of friendship fueling our banter, DMG isn't just about games—it's about sharing a passion with a touch of humor and plenty of opinions. Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just dipping your toes into the gaming world, there's something here for everyone. Tune in and game on with DMG!
Episodes
Join Grant and Ed as we discuss the $82 billion Netflix acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and HBO Max. Does Netflix have a monopoly on the market? Is it becoming the new Disney? Find out as we discuss more game news as well.
In this Thanksgiving Edition of The DMG Gaming Podcast, we talk today about the new season of Stranger Things. Why has it been 10 years since the first episode came out? Plus, we have more gaming news that needs to be discussed. Join us today for the laughs and fun.
Join Ed and Grant as we discuss the State of Play Japan. Is it a flop? Were there any games worth the excitment? Plus we discuss the layoffs at Square Enix, and much much more.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as we discuss the new Predator Badlands and the critic reviews. Did they get them right, or did they once again set it up for failure? Also, we reveal our pix top six, and this week's random game roulette, is it another banger or a terrible game we have to discuss? Find out in today's episode.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as we discuss the new season of the witcher. The reviews are in and oh boy are they abysmal. Ed gives his review on what he thinks about the season 4 of The Witcher, plus a whole lot more.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as they talk about the new release of Outer Worlds 2, what are people saying about it and we will give our thoughts as well. Final Fantasy 13 needs a remake? No we will tell you why this game doesnt need it, and much much more.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as they discuss whats wrong with todays Dungeons and Dragons. Is Ed finally a Digimon master? Find out on todays episode.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips and we tallk about the recent acquisition of EA by Saudi Arabia for $55 billion. Also we talk about Ananta and much much more.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as we talk about the new Diablo 4 season 10, Is it any good? Also we talk about the new Final Fantasy Tactics remaster. Also, Hades 2 scores are in. Does it deserve the scores its been given? Lets find out.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as we talk about the events of the assassination of Charlie Kirk and more.
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips in DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 128 for a wishlist of top features we want in Final Fantasy XVII, including turn-based combat revival, epic storytelling, and no live-service elements. We also brainstorm Borderlands 4 upcoming release ideas like better loot systems, co-op improvements, and fresh humor. Dive into gaming news September 2025, covering Nintendo's strict developer policy...
Dive into DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 127 with Grant Roland and Ed Phillips as we unpack 3 hours of Hollow Knight Silksong gameplay in our early review of the long-awaited sequel to one of the most beloved indie games of all time. We break down the hand-drawn visuals, Metroidvania mechanics, and how it stacks up against the original. Spoiler: It’s crushing the charts.
In the news, we tackle the $1.7 billion lottery craz...
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips in DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 126 for an in-depth Path of Exile 2 Rise of the Abyssal review, covering gameplay, mechanics, and why Grinding Gear Games delivers top-tier ARPG content. We dive into gaming news September 2025, including the Polish CEO hat-stealing controversy that cost million-dollar investors, Mortal Kombat clone games like Time Killers, and our new Discord gaming comm...
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips in DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 125 for a deep dive into Blade Runner 2099 casting drama, including Michelle Yeoh's controversial role and why fans are divided. We cover the latest gaming news August 2025, like Gears Reloaded's low player count flop, Halo on PlayStation rumors, Elden Ring movie script by superfan Alex Garland, Dragon Age writer joining Bethesda sparking Elder ...
Tune into DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 124 with Grant Roland and Ed Phillips for a full Gamescom 2025 breakdown and discussion! We cover the latest gaming news August 2025, including Ninja Gaiden 4 release date (October 21st), Street Fighter 6's record player surge thanks to Chun-Li's swimsuit costume, China's pregnancy robots breakthrough for artificial wombs, Lords of the Fallen 2 coming in 2026, and Se...
DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 123 delivers a fiery breakdown of gaming and pop culture chaos. Hosts Grant Roland and Ed Phillips lead with a hard-hitting exposé on Roblox’s growing pedophile problem, questioning the CEO’s lack of accountability amid increasing reports of grooming and child exploitation on the platform. This isn’t just clickbait—it’s real concern over digital safety in 2025.
They also dive into World of Wa...
Dive into the ultimate gaming podcast experience with DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 122! Hosted by Grant Roland and Ed Phillips, this episode delivers raw Battlefield 6 beta impressions, exposing rampant cheaters in Battlefield games and how they're ruining multiplayer fun. We break down the latest gaming news 2025, including the GTA 6 delay to May 2026, Johnny Depp's potential return as Jack Sparrow in Pirates...
🔥 Buckle up for a chaotic, unfiltered ride on the DMG Gaming Podcast! In this episode, Grant and Ed go off on Lil Tay’s controversial $1M OnlyFans debut—calling out the grown men who subscribed the minute she turned 18. Simps, beware.
🎮 The duo also ranks the Top 6 Worst Video Game Character Depictions of all time—from blocky PS1-era Lara Croft and a cringey Sonic ’06 to hilariously bad portrayals of Cleopatra, Hitle...
🎙️ Episode 120 – DMG Gaming Podcast (August 5, 2025) features fiery takes and fan-fueled debate as Grant and Ed unload on the absurd backlash against Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad. Critics calling it “eugenics propaganda” get roasted, especially Mark Lamont Hill’s claims that her blonde, blue-eyed image promotes white supremacy. The hosts defend Sweeney’s charm and smart branding, branding the outrage as perform...
🎙️ DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 119: Tales of the Shire Roast, Sydney Sweeney Rant & Hero-Villain Rankings
🔥 In this chaotic and hilarious episode, Grant and Ed take no prisoners:
🧙 Tales of the Shire Roast: We dismantle Weta Workshop and Sweet Baby Inc’s latest Hobbit sim disaster. Farming? Fishing? More like flopping. Low Steam players, 60 Metacritic score, and cozy cringe galore. Is this the worst SBI project ye...
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