It is time to boot up again and dive into the world of video games with Ben, Jessica, and Justin! In this episode, they discuss the latest news from this month's Nintendo Direct, and all of the news of remakes and remasters being worth it (06:29). Then, they break down their personal history with the 'Final Fantasy' series, and what staples from the JRPG genre have carried over into the modern era (28:49), all before giving their full spoiler-free thoughts on the latest numbered entry in the series, 'Final Fantasy XVI' (46:31).Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica ClemonsGuest: Justin CharitySenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Jessica Clemons as she parses the big reveal in the opening moments of ‘Secret Invasion,’ the newest Marvel show on Disney+. Jessica assesses potential body-swap timelines using clues from prior MCU phases (3:00), looks ahead to the ramifications of the premiere's events on Marvel's political operative characters (7:15), and theorizes about which other characters could turn out to be Skrulls in 'Secret Invasion' and beyond (8:54).Host: Jessica ClemonsProducers: Aleya Zenieris and Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervison: Richie Bozek, Mallory Rubin, and Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who’s a Skrull? Who’s a human? Mal and Jo are here to break it all down as they talk about the first episode of Marvel’s new show, ‘Secret Invasion.’ They start with a little comic and spy craft history (9:15). Then they dive deep into the episode, talking about every character and every twist and turn, including the surprising death at the end (36:18).Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonSocial: Jomi AdeniranAssociate Producer: Carlos ChiribogaAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The invasion is upon us, and the Midnight Boys are here to find out who the spies are! Van, Charles, Jomi, and Steve are here to break down their instant reactions to the newest MCU TV show, 'Secret Invasion' (04:18). They talk about Nick Fury and how the show attempts to center itself around Marvel's own spymaster (20:23). Later, they get into predictions about what may happen later in the season and even break down a basketball player's controversial opinions on 'Star Wars' (62:49).Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi AdeniranSocial: Jomi AdeniranSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Steve, Jomi, and Jess react to the newest installment from Pixar, ‘Elemental.’ They discuss the art direction and animation of the film, where this movie ranks in the Pixar catalog, and much more.Hosts: Steve Ahlman, Jomi Adeniran, and Jessica ClemonsProducer: Isaiah BlakelyAdditional Production Supervision: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The time has finally come. The Midnight Boys are here to move at light speed and give their instant reactions to the latest DC film, ‘The Flash’ (06:33). They break down the things they liked and what didn't work so well, then make their assessment of this highly anticipated blockbuster. Later they run up "the gas bill" and evaluate the high praise Hollywood power players gave the film (73:18) as well as give it their Midnight Meter ranking (80:28).Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi AdeniranSocial: Jomi AdeniranSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is time to return to the world of video games with Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons! On this episode they discuss the latest blockbuster gaming reveals from Summer Game Fest (07:16). They then break down the debacle with the latest 'Gollum' game (12:23) as well as the domination of 'Diablo IV' in the world of loot-based RPGs (24:47). And later, they are joined by The Ringer's Justin Charity to discuss 'Street Fighter 6,' the 'Mortal Kombat 1' reveal, and the state of fighting games (35:54).Hosts: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica ClemonsGuest: Justin CharitySenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to thwip into a new draft with the 'House of R' crew! Mal and Jo are joined by special guests Ben Lindbergh and Jessica Clemons to build the best 'Spider-Man' movie (33:27). From villains to mentors, accessories to antagonists, everyone will do their best to cross the vast Spider-verse to build the best movie of them all!Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Joanna RobinsonGuests: Ben Lindbergh and Jessica ClemonsSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanSocial: Jomi AdeniranAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jomi and Steve are joined by new Ringer-Verse addition Jessica Clemons to dive into the latest in the 'Transformers' franchise, ‘Rise of the Beasts.’ The crew dive into the film’s use of the Maximals, Pete Davidson as Mirage, and the potential of the Hasbro cinematic universe.Hosts: Jessica Clemons, Jomi Adeniran, and Steve AhlmanProducer: Jonathan KermahAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time to go back ... to the draft! The Midnight Boys turn back the clock and draft their favorite movies and shows centered around the concept of time travel for the ultimate time-turning adventure (10:11). And later, Jomi reveals his thoughts after finally watching 'Million Dollar Baby' (72:01).Hosts: Van Lathan, Charles Holmes, Steve Ahlman, and Jomi AdeniranSocial: Jomi AdeniranSenior Producer: Steve AhlmanAdditional Production Support: Arjuna Ramgopal Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices