Midlife SideQuest
Midlife SideQuest is the over the hill gaming podcast. Every week host John Wahl brings you his gaming impressions, the latest industry news, and tales of a Gen X geek, brought to you in just 15 minutes to fit your busy life.Â
206: Planet Zoo 2
On this week’s episode in checking out Planet Zoo 2! Plus Arkane Lyon may have a buyer, and the blue wave sweeps the country!
205: Ghosts of Savannah
On this week’s episode of Midlife SideQuest, it’s our annual Halloween show! This year I travel to Savannah to investigate its traumatic history and explore The Old Sorrel Weed House.Â
204: Gears of War: E-Day
On this week’s episode I’m playing the outstanding Gears of War: E-Day! Plus EA closes BioWare and more.Â
203: Yoshi and the Mysterious Book
On today’s show I’m playing Yoshi and the Mysterious Book for the Switch 2! Plus I run into some speed bumps during my game room refresh, and Xbox teases more AI nonsense.Â
202: Silent Hill Townfall
On today’s program I’m playing the latest entry in the Silent Hill series, plus GameStop inflates the price of a used PS5 and I take the kids to the arcade!Â
201: Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
On this week’s episode
▪️Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy
▪️Sony reconsiders discs?
▪️New community Discord server - https://discord.gg/P6Jedbt8a
Enjoy the show!
200: Resident Evil
On this week’s program!Â
▪️Zach Cregger’s Resident Evil
▪️Xbox consolidation
▪️200th episode celebration!Â
Enjoy the show!Â
GameCube 25th Anniversary
On today’s episode in discussing the 25th anniversary of the Nintendo GameCube! Plus more details on the Kojima/Sony drama and my Switch 2 goes on a cross country adventure!Â
Fall Gaming Preview
This week, I discuss my most anticipated games of the upcoming fall! Plus the PlayStation implosion continues and I prepare to send a child off to college!!
Waterpark Simulator
On this week’s show I’m checking out the ridiculousness of Waterpark Simulator! Plus the big announcements from Gamescom and I go to my first Emo concert!!Â
Big Walk
On this week’s program, I’m taking the kids on a Big Walk! Plus Warren Spector retires and I go car shopping.
Halo: Campaign Evolved
On today’s show I’m checking out the (latest) remake of the original Halo, Campaign Evolved! Plus Meccha Chameleon sells like gangbusters and further evidence that I’m an old man! Â
The Backrooms
On this week’s show, I visit the Backrooms! The movie, the game, and the history behind the phenomenon. Plus Xbox prepares for the digital future and I go to the movies!
Splatoon Raiders
On today’s show I’m checking out Splatoon Raiders from Nintendo! Plus PSN and Xbox networks go down, and a Nintendo Grandpa enters the arena!!
Denshattack!
On today’s episode I’m checking out the stylish Denshattack! Plus Bethesda details their Fallout plans and we get a look at Avengers: Doomsday!Â
Unhinged
On today’s program I’m checking out the latest thriller from Netflix (a game, not a movie!), Unhinged! Plus the creator of Dead Space retires and explosive diarrhea strikes!!
Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynched
On today’s show I’m giving my impressions of Assassin’s Creed Black Flag: Resynched! Plus the Xbox “reset”becomes a reality, and Summer Games Done Quick!Â
Star Fox
On today’s show I’m checking out the return of a classic Nintendo franchise, Star Fox! Plus PlayStation ditches physical media and more!
Assassin’s Creed Shadows: Black Tide
On today’s program I’m jumping back into Assassin’s Creed Shadows one more time for the final update! Plus news on the release of GTA6 and more thoughts on the recent Xbox news.Â
007 First Light
On this week’s show I’m playing the newest James Bond game, 007 First Light! Plus the hard truth about Xbox and an update on PrideQuest!
Summer Game Fest 2026
On this week’s show I’m breaking down the best reveals from Summer Game Fest including Resident Evil Veronica, Final Fantasy 7 Revelations, and Orbitals! Plus I reveal the next prizes for donors to Midlife PrideQuest!
Forza Horizon 6
This week I’m cruising the streets of Tokyo in Forza Horizon 6! Plus the news from Sony’s State of Play showcase and the launch of Midlife PRIDEquest!!Â
Dungeons & Dragons
On this special episode, I’m playing Dungeons & Dragons for the very first time! Plus new Witcher 3 content and a feel good story and kind neighbors.
Mixtape
On this weeks show I’m checking out the musical coming of age tale, Mixtape! Plus a new State of Play is on the way and we play Mystery Dev!
Aphelion
On this week’s program I’m checking out the new sci-fi adventure Aphelion! Plus the Switch 2 gets a price hike, and more!Â
Replaced
In this week’s show I’m checking out the 2D cyberpunk adventure, Replaced! Plus Sony stays silent on their new DRM update and the dangers of doing drugs!
Final Sentence
This week I’m checking the dystopian typing battle royale (yes really), Final Sentence! Plus more Pokemon Pokopia and Build a Rocket Boy goes off the deep end!
Exit 8 (film)
On today’s new episode I’m checking out the film adaption of the video game The Exit 8! Plus Game Pass might be getting a price cut and my kids gaming tastes are changing!Â
Pokémon Pokopia
After a week off the show is back and I’m playing Pokemon Pokopia! Plus news about State of Decay 3 and Minneapolis gets its own superhero.
Next Gen Expectations
This week I’m talking about what I want and what I expect from the next Xbox and the PS6. Plus more layoffs shake the industry.Â
Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown
On today’s program I’m playing the new Star Trek Voyager strategy game! Plus Nvidia uses AI to make your games hotter, and more!
Resident Evil Requiem
On today’s episode I’m returning to Raccoon City in Resident Evil Requiem! Plus Xbox teases their next console and new dad jokes!
TCG Card Shop Simulator
On this week’s show I’m fulfilling my lifelong fantasy of stocking shelves and working a cash register in TCG Card Shop Simulator! Plus Sony rewinds its PC policy and more!
Romeo is a Dead Man
On this week’s program, I’m playing the completely zany Romeo is a Dead Man from Suda 51! Plus the latest from the Xbox leadership change and more!
Phil Spencer Departs Xbox
It’s a special Friday episode of Midlife SideQuest! Breaking news! Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond are out at Xbox. What does that mean for the future of Xbox? Who is in charge now? Let’s discuss!
The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary
This week I’m talking about the 40th anniversary of one of my favorite series of all time, The Legend of Zelda! Plus the latest headlines and more!
Cairn
This week I’m checking out the thrilling climbing adventure Cairn!  Plus a preview of the upcoming PlayStation State of Play.Â
MIO: Memories in Orbit
This week I’m checking out a new metroidvania game, Memories in Orbit! Plus Sony wants to make AI podcasts and it’s a big anniversary!
Big Hops
On this weeks show I’m checking out the 3D platformer, Big Hops! Plus the PS6 may be a long way off and Samantha takes charge during the zombie apocalypse!Â
Apartment No 129
It’s spooky time!! This week I’m checking out the indie horror game, Apartment No. 129. Plus Nintendo continues its world dominance and more!Â