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💀 Rip and tear returns in medieval style! In Episode 103 of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips dive headfirst into DOOM: The Dark Ages—id Software’s bold new vision for the legendary FPS franchise.

From heavy metal combat and brutal executions to its dark fantasy setting, we’re breaking down the trailer, gameplay, lore, and everything that’s got the community hyped (or concerned). Is this the most exciting direction for DOOM yet—or a gamble too far?

🎙️ In This Episode:

• ⚔️ First impressions of DOOM: The Dark Ages gameplay and setting
• 🧠 Why id Software made the shift to medieval brutality
• 🔥 How this stacks up against DOOM Eternal and classic DOOM
• 🎮 What fans love—and what has them worried

🔥 Highlights:

• Lore breakdown: the Slayer’s new role in a dark, ancient world
• Our take on the new weapons, enemies, and design choices
• Is this DOOM’s God of War moment?
• Honest predictions: Game of the Year contender or niche experiment?

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🎉 It’s been one wild year! In this Anniversary Edition of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips look back at the best (and worst) moments in gaming over the past 12 months—from industry highs to total meltdowns.

We highlight our favorite episodes, most savage takes, and how the gaming world has changed since DMG launched. Whether you’ve been here since Episode 1 or just found us, this is the one to celebrate with!

🎙️ In This Episode:

• 🏆 Top 5 games of the year – and the ones that completely flopped
• 🔥 Most controversial moments we covered
• 🎙️ Behind the mic – how DMG started and where it’s going next
• 😂 Funniest, saltiest, and most iconic podcast moments so far

🔥 Highlights:

• 12 months of brutally honest gaming commentary
• From Skull and Bones to Clair Obscur—what stood out in 2025
• How podcasting changed us—and what’s in store for Season 2
• A big thank you to our community for making this possible ❤️

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🚨 GTA VI is back in the headlines, and it’s not the only thing heating up! In Episode 101 of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips unpack the latest Grand Theft Auto VI leaks and updates, then shift gears to the spicy creator drama where Asmongold and Ethan Klein take shots at Hasan Piker.

It’s gaming news meets internet chaos—with a full DMG breakdown of what matters, what’s noise, and who’s actually making sense in the madness.

🎙️ In This Episode:

• 🗺️ GTA VI news – new details, leaks, and what to expect from Rockstar
• 🔥 Asmongold vs. Hasan – breaking down the clash
• 🎙️ Ethan Klein enters the mix – helpful commentary or just more fuel?
• 🧠 Our take on the state of gaming creators and discourse in 2025

🔥 Highlights:

• GTA VI setting, gameplay leaks, and fan expectations
• Streamer politics, hypocrisy, and performative outrage
• The line between entertainment and actual insight
• Should creators be held to a different standard—or the same as everyone else?

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