Dragon's Lair + Cruelty Squad

Ever wondered where your favorite game lands on a definitive, if utterly absurd, list? That’s the central, chaotic joy of Hardcore Gaming 101. Each episode, the crew from HardcoreGaming101.net dives deep into listener-nominated titles, debating their merits and slotting them into their colossal and ever-expanding ranking, the Top 47,858 Games of All Time. You’ll hear passionate, detailed discussions that treat every game-from forgotten arcade curios to modern blockbusters-with a critical yet celebratory lens. The conversations are less about dry review scores and more about uncovering what makes each title tick, its historical context, and why it deserves its particular spot in the grand, ridiculous hierarchy. This podcast is a direct extension of the website’s deep-cut ethos, offering long-form audio explorations for anyone who appreciates gaming history, spirited debate, and a project whose scope is as humorously ambitious as its name. Tune in to follow the journey of a list that grows with every episode, fueled entirely by community input and the panel’s encyclopedic knowledge. It’s a comprehensive, often hilarious audit of interactive entertainment, one debated ranking at a time.