Introducing JK! Games!, a gaming and nerd-centric podcast where cohosts Kayla and Jerica give it to you: gaming news, debates on video game culture and technology, and most importantly, their passion for gaming across all platforms. Get social with JK Games! on Facebook. @JKGamesPodcast on Twitter & Instagram, @JKGamescast on Twitch. Tell us what games you want us to play and talk about (!!!): JKGamesPodcast@gmail.com.
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We break down the biggest gaming news from D23, including Kingdom Hearts IV, the new Kingdom Hearts animated series, and Disney is making a Fortnite ride. Then we discuss what are the best Disney video games of all time? Do you have a favorite? Let us know in the comments! Timecodes: 00:00 – Start 09:52 – Easy Mode: What We’ve Been Playing 10:40 – Spiritstead & Slots and Diapers 13:20 – Dimhaven…
In this week's episode, Josh and Kayla discuss how narratives are portrayed in books vs games and their love for both. They also take you through a journey of a bit of their gaming history, their reading history, and Kayla gives you a few recommendations of "if you like this game, read this book". Timecodes: 00:00 - Start 3:37 - Housekeeping 6:59 - Our Qualifications/Reading History 25:19 - “This…
The trial comes to an end. Last week, the prosecution brought the first wave of evidence against Super Mario Sunshine , arguing that one of Nintendo's most beloved GameCube games is guilty of crimes against the player experience. This week, court is back in session as the prosecution presents new exhibits, surprise witness testimony, and one final argument before the jury reaches a verdict. Can…
Super Mario Sunshine is officially on trial. In Part 1, Jerica steps in as the prosecution, Kayla defends one of her favorite childhood games, and Josh serves as judge as we begin the case against one of Nintendo's most divisive Mario games. The prosecution brings multiple charges against Super Mario Sunshine, including frustrating controls, questionable design decisions, and Nintendo's rushed…
This month on One More Game, we're revisiting Super Mario Sunshine to find out if one of our favorite Mario games still holds up over 20 years later. Before diving back into Isle Delfino, we're looking back at our personal history with the GameCube classic, discussing its rushed 18-month development, the creation of FLUDD, and why Nintendo almost gave Mario a water gun. We also talk about the 2020…
This week on One More Game, Jerica finally rolls credits on Dave the Diver, while Josh experiences the game for the very first time—and neither of us can stop talking about it. We break down what makes Dave the Diver one of the most surprising games we've ever played, why its progression constantly keeps you hooked, our favorite characters, gameplay systems, music, and the few criticisms we have…
This week on JK! Games!, Kayla shares her impressions of the new Dave the Diver: In the Jungle DLC before we dive into one of gaming's biggest conversations. With the recently announced Steam Machine price, rumors about future hardware, rising console costs, and more games becoming available across multiple platforms, are console exclusives still worth it? We discuss whether we're reaching our…
What makes a game feel like summer? This week on JK! Games!, we're diving into one of our favorite seasonal gaming discussions yet. From beach vacations, boating, and water levels, we're exploring the games that instantly transport us to summer. Before that, all three of us have been playing Dave the Diver, and we discuss why it's become one of the most beloved indie games of the last few years.…
Summer Game Fest 2026 delivered hundreds of announcements across dozens of showcases, but which games actually stood out? This week on JK! Games!, we're skipping the giant recap and focusing on discoverability. Between Summer Game Fest, Xbox Showcase, State of Play, Future Games Show, Day of the Devs, and more, plenty of incredible games got buried beneath the biggest headlines. We discuss our…
Destiny 2 is ending active development, and it got us thinking: what makes someone stick with a live service game for years? This week on JK! Games!, we discuss why some games become part of our daily lives while others never quite click. From Destiny 2 and Final Fantasy XIV to Fortnite, Apex Legends and more, we're breaking down the secret sauce that keeps players coming back. We also discuss…