Extremely Casual Gamers - With Ellie, Chris & Guy

DLC - What Pops into your Head?

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, listener Thomas sends through a word game for the gang to tackle.

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Episode 125 - Three Page Spread

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode of ECG, Ellie has an unconventional idea to boost publicity, Chris prepares for a video game cyclone and Guy goes trick or treating.

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DLC - Video game adaptations

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, the gang discuss the best bug screen adaptations of video games, and vice versa.

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Episode 124 - Kingdom J*** Deliverance

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode of ECG, Chris opens a delicious video game restaurant, Ellie considers BBQing horses and Guy wears his anxiety cardigan.

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DLC - Us As Pokemons

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT

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Episode 123 - Are There ANY Ethical Billionaires in Gaming?

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode of ECG, Ellie revisits her question about whether there are any ethical billionaires in gaming, Chris puts the others through a chaotic challenge to see which video game characters they could beat in a fight, and Guy brings the gaming news.

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DLC - Who you gonna call?

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In this week's DLC, Jeremiah wants to know which video game characters we'd have on speed dial, and Guy proposes situations where we may need to call for their help.

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Episode 122 - Is her last name Hole?

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, the gang are back together! Ellie's got some anecdotes - actually no sorry, tidbits? Chris wants to talk real estate investment in video games, and Guy shows off his cool new gaming memorabilia!

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DLC - Gaming Grails

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, special guest Jordan brings in his rarest gaming items, and Guy pretends to like the Persona series.

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Episode 121 - Cream and Nettles

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode of ECG, Ellie is away filming VLDL so the crew enlists the help of ECG family member Jordan Tini. Plus Chris unboxes a box, and Guy falls into a bush.

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DLC - An ECGDND Update

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In this weeks DLC, Ellie and Guy check in on your D&D suggestions, and Chris is STILL not doing any of the the things Ellie and Guy said he was doing!

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Episode 120 - Tale of the Whale Teeth Smugglers

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

In this week's episode, Ellie has a whale of a time telling a few stories, and even bringing some gaming news!

Guy has played a new game and gives it his first impressions. Chris is away, and he's definitely not doing anything Ellie & Guy claimed in this episode.

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DLC - Ellie just walks off

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, Guy keeps the gang abreast of the drama in Oogly-Boogly land, and Ellie reviews a cheaper version of the game she was supposed to review.

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Episode 119 - Official E.C.G.D.N.D brainstorm

Wed, 04 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this weeks episode of ECG, producer JP helps plan a dungeons and dragons podcast, Chris has a huge pokemon announcement and Guy reveals he can speak Goblin-ese

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DLC - Craft Beers

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today's bonus episode of ECG, the gang brainstorm a name for their new Minecraft pub, and Chris heads back to Westeros

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Episode 118 - Who the hell is Dill Pickle?

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this weeks episode of ECG, Guy ditches the anecdotes and focuses on gaming, Chris fires up about Ash's mum, and Ellie promises to play a new game!

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DLC - Kingdom coffee deliverance

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, Guy pounds the pavement in the lands between, and Chris and Ellie make an extremely punishing flat white.

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Episode 117 - Bisselling Tod Vom

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode of ECG, Chris inspires the next generation of broadcasters, Guy supports NZ owned businesses and Ellie is scared of answering the phone.

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DLC - A three inch elephant

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, the team discuss Japan, time travel and invisible elephants.

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Episode 116 - Snack bracket celebration

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this weeks episode of ECG, Chris and Ellie shower Guy with praise after his amazing social media campaign, and the team do their best to inspire the gamers of the future.

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DLC - Our new producer JP

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s bonus episode of ECG, we chat to Jared - our new producer - about his “interesting” approach to Arc Raiders…

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Episode 115 - Snack bracket admin

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On this weeks episode of ECG, Guy commits to a huge social media campaign, Ellie plugs her new side hustle and Chris convinces his wife to invest in Pokemon.

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DLC - Get to know Sam

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Ellie’s partner Sam - aka the Bully Bulldozer - is here to share more about his gaming history, describe his (valuable?) Pokémon collection and reveal whether him and Ellie really are on the rocks.

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Episode 114 - Super special guest!

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s episode of ECG, Ellie organises a huge name guest, Guy asks infuriating questions about pokemon cards, and Chris does his best to convince the team that playing Elden Ring is a good idea

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DLC - What level are you?

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Thanks to listener Josh, we discuss whether getting a year older is similar to leveling up in a video game. Also, what perks we unlock at which age...and it quickly goes off topic.

Join the ECG4ECG Group on Facebook to suggest a topic!

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Episode 113 - Sam grew up poor

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 16:00:00 GMT

On today's first episode of 2026, Chris takes us on a journey through the biggest news stories of the summer, Ellie talks pointless subscriptions; and Guy gets his rank feet out.

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Episode 112 - Maggots and garbage

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the final episode for 2025, Ellie’s super cool so wears sunnies for the entire episode, Chris doesn’t get to do his cool DIY segment AGAIN, and Guy breaks the rules of secret Santa. Also, we forgot gaming news lol. See you on 22 Jan!!

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Episode 111 - WE HAVE NEW MICROPHONES

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the latest episode of the ECG podcast, Ellie walks us through her Christmas shopping list, Guy gets briefly addicted to Minecraft and Chris mentions an excellent segment but then doesn’t actually do the segment…

Also, we have 2x headsets to give away on Instagram @extremelycasualgamerspodcast

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DLC - Gaming internship

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Shon, we discuss which games would make for a great internship. Join the ECG4ECG group on Facebook to suggest a topic!

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Episode 110 - The dishwasher cutlery dilemma

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the latest episode of ECG, the team celebrate winning Best Entertainment Podcast at the latest podcast awards, Ellie plays Minecraft… sort of and Guy promises to play a game but probably won’t.

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Episode 109 - The Chutney Gaming Hour

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On todays slightly shorter episode, Ellie is fishing for reality TV show ideas, Guy reminds us how immature he is, and Chris has had a response from Nan’s Chutney.

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Episode 108 - Grand Theft Iwi

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On today’s slightly shorter episode, Guy discusses GTA 6 being delayed AGAIN, Chris is fuming at Bethesda and Ellie shows off her impressive simpsons knowledge.

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DLC - games that define you

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Thanks to Daniel Simons, we take turns at guessing what video games define us. Join the ECG4ECG group on Facebook to suggest a topic!

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Episode 107: Ellie thinks Chris will be a bad father

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show today, Guy is fuming about a man on the internet, Ellie assures everyone that her dog is still alive, and Chris preps the team for podcast sponsorship!

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DLC - 25 Years of PS2

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The PS2 turned 25 this week so we’re celebrating by talking about our favourite games from this legendary console.

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Episode 106: The bar is so low

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show today - Ellie wants to know what sound or music from a video game gets you feeling all nostalgic. And Chris is bringing back the VO session for a third time but mixing it up a little bit.

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DLC - Kiwisimskate

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Kate is on the DLC this week talking about her contribution to The Sims 4. Kate is an NZ Sims streamer and we had a great time chatting to her about her latest project.

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Episode 105: Thood for Fort

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show today - Chris is bringing the voice characters back from last week except this time he's got full blown scripts. And Ellie has a quiz of gaming questions pulled from the TV show Jeopardy.

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DLC - Nolan North

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Video game royalty is on the DLC this week, Nolan North. He’s been in the industry for years and voiced iconic characters, the most notable being Nathan Drake from Uncharted. The team had a great chat with Nolan ahead of his visit the NZ.

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Episode 104: Ellie The Teenage Scottish Witch

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show today - Guy wants to know that if a genie popped out and granted you one gaming related wish, what would it be. And Chris is testing whether or not Ellie and Guy would be good as voice over artists.

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DLC - Rob Davis from Suckerpunch Productions

Sun, 12 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We have a very special and very legit guest on the DLC this week. Rob has been in the video game industry for over 20 years and his fingerprints have been on many amazing games we know and love. The most recent being, Ghost Of Yotei.

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Episode 103: First Words are “GET OVER HERE!”

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show today - Ellie is back from her week of being sick and wants to talk about games that we would recommend to the youths of today. Also Guy wants to know what you’ve managed to achieve non gaming related, while gaming.

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DLC - No Man’s PreOrder

Sun, 05 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

A question from Joshua on the ECG4ECG facebook group this week. What’s a game that you were super excited about pre launch that left you super disappointed.

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Episode 102: Easy On The Truffles

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is sick so it’s just Chris and Guy, as they discuss the latest news in gaming, your feedback, and Chris wants to know if a certain game has made you want to a pursue a career. Guy also has an early review for the new Ghost Of Yotei game plus the winners of our 100 episode competition.

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DLC - Far Cry From A Good Ending

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Bit of a mess this one as something technical went wrong during the recording so it didn't grab everything. But we said some words and you can listen to them

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Episode 101: All Hail The Wood King

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Chris has been doing some hard yakka at his house recently and wants to know which game characters you'd ask to help with DIY. And Ellie has a quick little Pokemon game for us to play.

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DLC - It’s A Good Day To Replay

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

We chat off the back of one of your questions, how many times have you replayed a game?

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EPISODE 100!!

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - we’re celebrating the fact we’ve hit 100 episodes! Talking about some of your favourite moments from the last 2 years, a fun couple of games, and giveaways!!

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DLC - ECG in 2035

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

A question from Tim came into our DMs this week, wondering what we’ll be talking about on the podcast in a decade's time. What consoles will be around, will VR finally be good? Will Ellie have played more than 4 games?

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Ep99: Banana Drama

Wed, 10 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

he show is offroaded by a food challenge that keeps being brought up throughout the episode; however, gaming is still mentioned. Pugs wants to know what movies would make great video games. And Chris is wondering if juggling 3 games at once is the new normal for him.

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DLC - Unemployed Simulator

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

We touch on the remaster chat from last week as you gave us your thoughts. Plus we tried to guess your jobs after you described them as games

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Ep98: Amen Brudda

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - are we one step closer to diagnosing Chris with something? Find out today. Guy has a game where we guess the opposites and Chris highlights the ridiculous names you'll find in Death Stranding and Metal Gear Solid.

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DLC - Remaster Fatigue

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The amount of games that have been remastered in the last 5 years has been huge, and the team wants to discuss how long the industry will tolerate it.

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Ep97: Chris and his wrinkly bit

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - the team plays it fast and loose with the whole “gaming podcast” genre this episode as they do a deep dive into ADHD and Autism. However gaming is still mentioned as Ellie brings a new game to the table that involves dating your fridge and your toaster. Weird one this week.

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DLC - Can't Buy Turnips, you gotta grow em.

Sat, 23 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Guy has been sinking his hairy feet into the latest game from the Lord Of The Rings universe, Tales Of The Shire. As an avid LOTR’s fan he is enjoying it but also has some notes. Ellie has fired up another little puzzle game for the boys to solve as well.

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Ep96: Drama at the tip?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Guy has a new and easy game called Guess The Top 5 so feel free to play along and make your suggestions in the ECG4ECG Facebook group. And Chris is abstaining from gaming until he gets his life together.

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DLC - no motherload

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

A question that was popular on Reddit and the ECG4ECG Facebook group was asked this week. It involves making that sweet sweet cheddar, them dollar dollar bills, earning bread.

It's about money.

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Ep95: we back

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - the team is back together so they’ll give you a rundown on what they’ve been up to. Guy breaks down the birth story of Miller but in gaming style. And Ellie has an escape room inspired puzzle for the boys to figure out.

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DLC: What happened before Arthur Morgan?

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Tim Riccio popped a question in our ECG4ECG Facebook group - what games do we wish had a prequel or sequel, and what would the narrative be?

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Ep94: Honking the Goose

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Guy is away on baby watch, so our friend Pugs joins us for today's episode! We get to know Pugs (including why he was late for the podcast) and we discuss the best and worst real estate in video games.

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DLC - Nicola Best from Weta Workshop, talking Tales Of The Shire

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Game Programmer, Nicola Best, came in studio to chat all about the upcoming cosy game Tales Of The Shire. She talks about the importance of creating a fun and cozy game that also reflects the working of Tolkien.

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Ep93: Treaty Of Vermicelli

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Today on the show - Ellie is back and with her she's brought a chat that brings her two words together - gaming and mental health. And Chris has come to a decision on what games he’ll be playing on his 24 hours of flights.

Listen to the awesome podcast episode Guy mentioned, right here

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3TZduCC2qOdfBVhGww9FXd?si=x0gRdEmvR3OkSXxghCXE-Q

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DLC: Another Controller In The Wall

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

This week Rachel Morgan from the ECG4ECG podcast page asked a question about rage Quitting. Have you done it?

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Ep92: This quiz is a Far Cry from easy

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is away sick so it's just the boys on the this episode. Chris has a quick rundown on his experience with Dark Souls so far, plus he needs some help with choosing a game for his travels. And Guy brings the easiest to grasp and follow quiz you've ever heard...

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DLC: Wake up, die, repeat

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The team tackles one of your questions from the ECG4ECG facebook group. This one is about waking up in a video game.

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Ep91: Simulate me like one of your French girls

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie brings an ethical dilemma to the table in regards to a possible simulation game, about a massive tragedy based on real events. And Guy is annoyed at celebs pretending they're interested in video games.

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DLC: Welcome To Strobeland

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

We talked more about your friends and family who you met while gaming. Some wholesome stories that we always love to talk about! And Guy wants to make a video game where each of them are the protagonists, but the concept of the game is something they’ll hate.

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Ep90: насколько хорош тетрис?!

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - the team was all over the place and seemed to talk very little about gaming, but that’s fine because we’re casual! Chris wanted to know what games you wish you played right at their peak or their launch. And 2 out of 3 hosts were late. Slack.

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DLC: Why Can’t We Be Friends

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

This week the team discusses the difficulties involved with gaming with friends or just how to make friends in the gaming world.

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Ep89: Ellie's Pathetic Dog

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Guy brings up death for the third week in a row. Ellie wants to know what Easter Eggs we’d drop in our own video games. And Chris wants to positives into negatives.

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DLC: Getcha Head in the Game

Sun, 08 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

in today’s DLC we chat about our walk out songs if we were to walk into a gaming battle!

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Guy is eating WHAT for his birthday?

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

it’s Guy’s birthday today! So Chris and Ellie present him with a gaming themed birthday party each. Plus, Chris gives a review of Days Gone, and we discuss a gaming hypothetical in regards to death row.

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DLC: Stopping Mid Stream

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Another episode with your questions and ideas from the ECG4ECG Facebook page. Plus, Ellie has a story from when she did some gaming this week!

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Ep87: Dropping With The Quad

Wed, 28 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - No Chris this week as he's injured but he’ll be back next week. This week we chat about the studies that have come from Oxford University about the effects of gaming. And we want to know which NPCs you're killing because of their annoying habits.

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DLC: Who Do You Play Like

Sun, 25 May 2025 17:00:41 GMT

A question from the Facebook group this week. Who from the podcast do you most relate to when choosing games to play.

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Ep86: That's A Lot Of Ginger

Wed, 21 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - going off topic seems to be a common theme of the episode this week but the team manages to bring it back to gaming most of the time. And Chris wants to know what items we would drop if we were to die, like in games such as Fortnite and Warzone.

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DLC: Just Get A Divorce

Sun, 18 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Guy brings an AITA from reddit which involves a married couple and a gaming room. You be the judge on who is the asshole.

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Ep85: The Thumb Is Captain Of The Hand

Wed, 14 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie wants to be a voice of the voiceless, and represent the 10% of gamers worldwide. Chris has not one but TWO game reviews for us this week. And Guy has a lofty goal in mind when it comes to unlocking a world map.

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DLC: You Still Watching?

Sun, 11 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

One of your questions this week was regarding whether or not we watch people play games.

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Ep84: It's Over, Let It Go

Wed, 07 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Chris has a game where we dive deep into the gaming archives for unheard of titles to try and guess what the plot is. And Guy takes us on a bit of a downbuzz route, getting us to let go of our gaming hopes and dreams.

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DLC: Meg Mansell!

Sun, 04 May 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the DLC this week - Not because she was chilling the office when they recorded the episodes, but Guy’s wife Meg jumped on this episode! She talks about her favourite games, her dad building a video game, and what Guy is actually like at home.

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Ep83: Handle The Jandal

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - the team is back after a short break and they're talking about games that are made right here in New Zealand. And after the remaster of Oblivion, Chris wants to know what movies, games or books shaped who you are today.

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DLC: Ultra Hard Mode Gaming

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the DLC this week, Chris wants to talk about the extremely hard level difficulties that some games allow. This is off the back of Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 releasing some pretty gnarly negative perks to make the game more immersive

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Ep81: Exploit Time Machine

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 20:49:44 GMT

On the show this week - Guy wants to know what video game we would create if we had a time machine and could release any game we want at any point in time. One idea was normal, one was a little kooky, and one felt wrong to say out loud. Which one of the three games do you think would make the most money on release?

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DLC: Gaming Obsessions

Sun, 13 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

We asked for your rapid reviews on games you've recently completed. Plus, Guy has found stories of how much a game obsession took over people's lives.

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Ep81: Captain DuckBroth

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - You’ll never believe this but Ellie played a game this week. Guy has your listener feedback and Chris wants to invite game characters to dinner, but what would they bring?

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DLC: Guess Who Noob

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 17:00:00 GMT

We touch back to the convo regarding gaming t shirts and merch. Plus we chat about board games and if some need to be translated into video game form.

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Ep80: Scratch The Bone

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Chris is back and this week he wants us to check out the controller layout…for us. Guy breaks down the best April Fools jokes from the gaming industry. And Ellie has your feedback from the last 7 days.

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DLC - Split Fiction Review

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 16:00:16 GMT

Guy hasn't finished the game but he's sunk a lot of hours into Split Fiction, so he gives us rundown.

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Ep79: Wait you said flashlight, right?

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Chris is away this week but Ellie is back and she has some cool personal news! Guy wants us to think about moments in our lives we want to skip like a cutscene. And we create a video game based around NZ things.

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DLC - Its giving, Elon Musk vibes?

Sun, 23 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

If you could create a Mario Kart track based off a different video game, where would that track take you? And we also chat about wearing video games merch, is that casual or too hard out?

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Ep78: Objective: Dunk Cookie In Milk

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is away this week which meant the boys sent the chat down the toilet, literally, within the first minute of the show. Guy has a couple of gaming related Blind Rankings for Chris to figure out. And Chris is helping us create a video game movie with his own movie generator.

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DLC - Hip Hip Hooray Tracing

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Chris gives us a rundown on the PS5 Pro, telling us the major differences between this console and the standard PS5. Plus we wanted if a save file has broken on you mid game and if that stopped you from playing altogether.

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Ep77: Wtf Is Death Stranding 2 About?

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Chris breaks down the 10 minute trailer for Death Stranding 2 and at this point we don't even know if it's a game or an acid trip. Ellie has your feedback from the lady 7 days. Guy wants to know what areas of your life you would spend a Skill Point on.

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DLC - Nana Doesn't Get It

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Couple of topics from you this week. One about when we were younger and wanted to game on days we were sick from school. And a question about which video game adaptation of a movie/tv show did it best.

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Ep76: A Wet Starmie

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Guy talks about early reviews regarding the new game from Hazelight Studio, Split Fiction. Ellie has your feedback from last weeks episode. And Chris wants us to create our dream birthday party for when we were 10.

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DLC - Tom comes in swinging!

Sun, 02 Mar 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We briefly chat about what games we play on the toilet and then we dive into unpopular gaming opinions.

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Ep75: pebbles.

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - life update from Ellie as she discusses her day to day. Chris has an issue with heavy breathing outside his bedroom window at night. And Guy wants us to think about what real life damage would cause a1HP hit.

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DLC - ECG is going to GoldenRod!

Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The Dedicated Listener Content this week is all about which video game universe you would like to live in one day. Have a think yourself and let us know where you would live!

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Ep74: The Anecdote Episode

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Chris has a bone to pick with something said in the ECG4ECG Facebook group. The team talks about the controversy surrounding Rainbow Six Siege. And Ellie has a story that once again involves her partner Sam and his antics on VR.

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Expansion Pack - Bree Tomasel

Sun, 16 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Our first guest on the podcast and it's someone we bloody love. Bree is a fantastic TV and Radio host, social media star, author and more importantly, a gamer. We chat about games she was raised on, methods to killing Sims, and we quiz her to see how casual of a gamer she truly is.

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Ep73: Enough with the “Before GTA 6” comments

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is back which is great, she shares what she did during her week off. And we’re building a USA government from video game characters. Who do you think has the best one?

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Dedicated Listener Content (DLC) - Nico! Let's go bowling!

Sun, 09 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Our question from the Listeners this week is all about taking a current single player game and making it co op, what game(s) would you choose?

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Ep72: Achievement Unlocked: Murder

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is away so it's just the booooys this week. Guy has a bone to pick with streaming services and Chris wants to know what real life trophies we could all achieve.

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Dedicated Listener Content (DLC) - Moving House With Machamp

Sun, 02 Feb 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Our question from the Listeners this week is all about moving house and who from the gaming world we’d rope in to help us lift boxes and move your delicates.

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Ep71: Bidet’s Gone

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - we go through your feedback about the slightly more laid back approach to the show this year. And Chris wants to know if you care about the colour of your consoles or not?

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Listener DLC - Niche/Funny/Awesome Trophies You Own

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Ellie wants to know what's a memorable trophy you’ve collected while gaming. Plus she wants to know what's a real life trophy that you would be able to achieve.

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Ep70: In 2025, we be like..so chill.

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - first show of the year and we’re bringing a slightly new look to the studio and a new vibe to the episodes. Still a gaming podcast, still three casual gamers but with less pressure. Think of it like dropping the difficulty on your favourite game and still having a great time. Happy to be back!

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DLC - Personal Goals 2025

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 16:00:10 GMT

On this bonus episode - Chris wants to know what our goals are for 2025. Obviously gaming is a huge part of our lives but there are so many more aspects for a gamers day to day. Let us know in our DM’s what YOU want to achieve in 2025.

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DLC - Word Of The Year

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 16:00:31 GMT

On this bonus episode - Guy has a tradition in his family where he comes up with a word to live by for the new year (it’s just a NY resolution wearing a different skin) so the team have written their words for 2025. However these words are about how they’ll approach gaming in 2025. What would your word of the year be?

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DLC - New Year Special

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 16:00:45 GMT

On this bonus episode - the team talk about the exciting year of gaming ahead in 2025. What’s a game that you’re looking forward to the most? Or a game that you’re waiting to be announced and can’t wait!

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DLC - Christmas Special

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 16:00:52 GMT

On this bonus episode - the team discusses what Christmas presents they would buy certain video game characters. Have a think of some presents you’d gift your favourite characters as well!

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Ep69: ….nice

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 16:00:32 GMT

On the show this week - final episode of the year (kind of) and the team went deep into the game awards. Guy also found a TikTok hypothetical question that he's stolen for gaming content.

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Ep68: Worst Cruise To Ever Cruise

Wed, 11 Dec 2024 16:00:36 GMT

On the show this week: Guy is back from his cruise holiday and wants to know what the perfect gaming cruise would be. And Chris has had an epiphany about his gaming habits.

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Ep67: Wii Did Better Than We Thought

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:00:36 GMT

On the show this week: Ellie has a blind rank quiz for Guy & Chris involving console sales. And Chris wants to go on a show holiday, but only to the games we've recently played.

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Ep66: We All Need A Buddy In Our Life

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 16:00:07 GMT

On the show this week: Guy brings a segment to the show that he's thinks he's done before but isn't quite sure. And Chris has a gaming quiz!

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Ep65: You Put A Sword Up WHERE?!

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:00:00 GMT

On the show this week: Ellie discusses a game with millions of players where people are making real money, but you won't have heard of it. And Guy wants to talk about the Nemesis System, and how it could change the gaming industry.

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Ep64: Nah, just kidding.

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 16:00:13 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie wants to discuss the recent Nintendo v Pal world lawsuit and whether other games have been copied in the past. And Chris is revisiting an old assignment from earlier episodes, getting us to write perks for each other.

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Ep63: Some dude says something confidently

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 16:00:18 GMT

On the show this week - Chris takes us to school with a gaming knowledge quiz. And Ellie is judge and jury in a Gaming Court. Spending money on cosmetics vs saving your money.

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Ep62: Cut a hole in it, microwave for 45 seconds

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 16:00:55 GMT

On the show this week - we get sp0oOky as we dive into our favourite games but add a Halloween theme to them. And Chris presents us with some pg13 RPG scenarios for us to make R18.

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Ep61: A Real Damp Squid Situation

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:00:37 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is back and she wants us to think about the fandoms we’re in our experienced. Doesn't have to be gaming related, just share your thoughts. And what would Crash Bandicoot be like if he had depression? Or Spider-Man with Diabetes? We discuss at length.

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Ep60: Just Give Us A Bloodborne Remaster!

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:00:45 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie is away this week which means Guy and Chris are in charge of delivering a crisp and well managed episode. Guy plays a game of Video Games Described Badly while Chris plays a game of 2 Truths 1 Lie. Both are executed perfectly…

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Ep59: SypRo-mantic Getaway

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:00:22 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie wants to talk about a cool New Zealand gaming website that updates us on all the cool kiwi gaming news. And Chris wants us to think about who we would marry from the gaming world.

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Wed, 17 Jul 2024 17:00:48 GMT

On the show this week - Chris is back and he has a few RPG style scenarios for us to face and will be judging us based on our answers. Guy wants to know what superpower or skills you'd like from a video game in real life, but it comes with a twist.

Don't forget if you haven't already to give us a rating!

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Ep46: Eat Popcorn With Your Mouth SHUT

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 17:00:00 GMT

On the show this week - We are a man down again but it's Chris this time, he will return next week though. Ellie wants to know what good deeds you've done for other gamers online. And Guy wants to talk about the merging of the Music and Video Game industries.

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Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:00:53 GMT

She’s gone and bloody done it, Ellie has played more of Stray. Enough to give a comprehensive review of the feline friendly game.

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Ep29: The WORST game to take an edible with..

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 16:00:47 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie had a moment recently where she was worried she was an NPC and wanted to know if anyone has those moments. Chris is bringing an argument from his marriage into the show and this time it involves his beloved Game-Boy. Guy has your feedback from the new ECG4ECG Facebook group, plus a side quest story about his wife.

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Ep28: A Cat Nearly Made Me Throw Up

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 16:00:54 GMT

On the show this week - Guy wants to discuss the age of gamers now vs 20 years ago. Chris brings up the 5 types of rage quitting. And Ellie has the name of our private Facebook group that you can join right now! Click the link below, be quick and you could be in the draw for a $100 gaming voucher!

This is a Frank Podcast.

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:00:32 GMT

Ho Ho Ho! A quick Christmas Special from ECG this week as Chris asks us to share what we would buy our family members for Christmas, but only video game related products. We hope you all have a Merry Christmas and end of year break 🙂

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Ep21: Could you waterboard the elephant?

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 16:00:37 GMT

On the show this week - it’s the final in studio episode of the year but don’t worry we’re not gone just yet. Ellie has your feedback and questions, Guy wants to discuss campaign lengths. And Chris would like to know which game you think you would last the longest in if you were the main character.

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Ep 20: GTA 7 Gonna Be Wild

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 18:15:26 GMT

On the show this week - Ellie has your questions and feedback from our Instagram. Feel free to hit us up for questions of your own. Chris wants to know if liking Pokemon, Dragon Ball Z and Lego makes him a loser. And Guy wants us to guess what the future holds for gaming.

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Ep 19: Steal a broomstick and mow down a Furplewurp

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:00:47 GMT

Episode 1: Welcome to the ECG Podcast!

Wed, 09 Aug 2023 18:00:00 GMT

Hey there! Welcome to our first episode of ECG, happy to have you here. We represent the casual gamers who love video games. Whether you've been playing all your life, have just picked up a controller, or love to sit on the sofa and watch someone else play - this podcast is for you!

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