Zachary Small, a culture reporter for The New York Times, and Jason M. Bailey, an editor overseeing video game coverage, dive into the exciting world of gaming in 2025. They discuss their childhood gaming memories and current preferences across genres. Industry dynamics are explored, including the challenges and opportunities for AAA and indie games. Highlights include a debate on the anticipated Pokémon title, the addictive storytelling of Hades 2, and recommendations for underrated gems. They also predict Game of the Year contenders, wrapping up with fun gaming trivia.