Ben, Steve Ahlman, Matt James, and Justin Charity react to rumors about the Nintendo Switch 2 and a ‘Kingdom Hearts’ film adaptation (2:35), discuss the significance of the latest in a string of surprise Steam sensations, talk of ‘Manor Lords,’ and name their top five games developed by a single creator (23:43). They then draft rosters of the best titles from the great gaming year of 2004 (30:41).

Host: Ben Lindbergh

Guests: Steve Ahlman, Matt James, and Justin Charity

Producer: Mike Wargon

Additional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal

Social: Jomi Adeniran

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