Episodes

  • Pikmin w/ A Chainsaw and Other Games (Ft. Oscar and James from S-Bend Games)
    Feb 12 2026

    This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s Chain4buamecube and to help celebrate such a beautiful controller for a beautiful video game console, they’re joined by Oscar and James from S-Bend Games to look at Pikmin w/ a chainsaw for the Nintendo GameCube, Who’s Lila for the PC, SkiFree for the Windows and Happy Wheels for the Browser. Wow, another normal episode of normal video game podcast Thumb Cramps.


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    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

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    1 hr and 30 mins
  • Nintendo Partner Direct Feb 2026 and No Other Games (Ft. Ricky Pitzalis)
    Feb 7 2026

    Surprise, it’s a bonus episode of Thumb Cramps to celebrate another funny Nintendo Direct. Jackson sadly couldn’t make it because he was hanging out with his dad, but Joel is joined by Ricky to ensure that two Nintendo Switch 2 sickos can guide you through this barrage of announcements. Big episode for people that love two guys listing games.


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    Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Ricky


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    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    54 mins
  • Resident Evil 4 w/ A Chainsaw and Other Games (Ft. Ricky Pitzalis)
    Feb 5 2026

    This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the first week of the first ever Chain4buamecube and what better way to start such an important month than by being joined by inventor of The Ricky, Ricky Pitzalis to look at Resident Evil 4 for the Nintendo GameCube with a Chainsaw Controller, Cairn for the PC and ARC Raiders for the PC. Plus a quick episode of Skins Cramps and a short review of OJ Simpson. What more could you want from a normal video game podcast?


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    Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com


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    Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Ricky


    You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.


    Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.


    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • Cult of the Lamb, Top 5 Moments in Thumb Cramps in 2025 and Actual Games (Ft. Chloe Appleby)
    Jan 29 2026

    This week on Thumb Cramps, yeah, we’re thinking they’re still back and this time they’re joined by Chloe Appleby to take a look at Cult of the Lamb for the Steam Deck, MIO: Memories in Orbit for the Nintendo Switch 2 and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 for the PS5. Plus it’s time to reflect on the year that was by counting down The Top 5 Moments on Thumb Cramps in 2025. What a beautiful episode of a beautiful podcast listened to you, a beautiful listener!


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    Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com


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    Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Chloe


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    Jackson | Duscher | Sanspants Radio


    You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.


    Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.


    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 59 mins
  • Luigi's Mansion 1-3, Thumb Cramps Wrapped 2025 and Other Games (Ft. Ruby Innes)
    Jan 22 2026

    This week on Thumb Cramps, yeah, we’re thinking they’re back as the summer break is finally over and it’s safe to be a gamer once more. Joining them for their return episode is Ruby Innes as they take a look at Luigi’s Mansion 1, 2 and 3 for the Nintendo Switch 2, A Merchant’s Promise for the PC, White Knuckle for the PC, Metal Garden for the PC, Red Dead Redemption 2 for the PC, Pokemon Legends: Z-A for the Nintendo Switch 2 and of course Thumb Cramps Wrapped 2025. Yeah, it’s a big episode. Thank you to XZ Neal for providing us with the stats and thank you to everyone coming back to listen to this normal podcast in 2026.


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    Thumb Cramps+ has launched!

    Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers.

    Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts!


    Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com


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    Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Ruby


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    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • Speedrunning Television: Frasier (Bonus Episode!)
    Jan 15 2026

    This week on Thumb Cramps, they’re still on break so please enjoy this episode of the Thumb Cramps+ show: Speedrunning Television. Speedrunning Television is a podcast where Joel and Jackson watch the first and the last episode of a TV series and try to figure out what’s going on and if it’s good so that you, the gamers, can focus on gaming. If you want more of this, sign up to Thumb Cramps+ to enjoy the entire back catalogue!


    Get Tickets to Thumb Cramps Live in Sydney Here (65% tickets already gone!)


    Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts Here


    Thumb Cramps+ has launched!

    Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers.

    Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts!


    Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com


    Find us on Instagram;

    Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps


    Watch us on Twitch;

    Jackson | Duscher | Sanspants Radio


    You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.


    Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.


    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    55 mins
  • Speedrunning Television: LOST (Bonus Episode!)
    Jan 8 2026

    This week on Thumb Cramps, they’re still on break so please enjoy this episode of the Thumb Cramps+ show: Speedrunning Television. Speedrunning Television is a podcast where Joel and Jackson watch the first and the last episode of a TV series then try to figure out what’s going on and if it’s good so that you, the gamers, can focus on gaming. If you want more of this, sign up to Thumb Cramps+ to enjoy the entire back catelogue!


    Get Tickets to Thumb Cramps Live in Sydney Here (65% tickets already gone!)


    Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts Here


    Thumb Cramps+ has launched!

    Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers.

    Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts!


    Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com


    Find us on Instagram;

    Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps


    Watch us on Twitch;

    Jackson | Duscher | Sanspants Radio


    You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.


    Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.


    Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.


    Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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    48 mins
  • The M.A.R.G.E 2025: Live (Ft. James 'Mr Sunday Movies' Clement, Ruby Innes, Joel Zammit and Andrew Levins)
    Dec 25 2025
    This week on Thumb Cramps, it’s the final week of Levcember and the final week of Thumb Cramps for 2025 so what better way to celebrate than to bring in Andrew Levins for one last introduction to the podcast before launching straight into the live recording of The M.A.R.G.E. 2025 live from the Cheerful Earful podcast festival. Joining Thumb Cramps for The M.A.R.G.E 2025 (or Most Anticipated Release in Gaming Ever 2025) are James ‘Mr Sunday Movies’ Clement, Ruby Innes and Joel Zammit. A beautiful episode of a beautiful podcast. Thank you to everyone who listened and Thumb Cramps will return Jan 23 2026.The M.A.R.G.E 2025 live video on YouTube is hereGet Tickets to Thumb Cramps Live in Sydney Here (60% tickets already gone!)Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Levins | James | Ruby | ZammitWatch us on Twitch;Jackson | Duscher | Sanspants RadioYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    1 hr and 17 mins