In this episode of Matt’s Digital Odyssey, I’m diving into the shadowy corners of gaming history the haunted cartridges, glitch-filled arcades, and digital ghosts that sparked some of the wildest urban legends in gaming. From a mysterious arcade cabinet said to control minds, to a blue mascot with blood-red eyes, to the file that should’ve stayed deleted… these aren’t just fake stories. They’re cultural phenomena.

I’ll be breaking down where these myths came from, how they spread online, and why they still haunt our save files decades later.

Plug in. Power on. And whatever you do… don’t look behind you.

On this episode of Matt’s Digital Odyssey, we’re powering up the obscure, the forgotten, and the downright bizarre consoles that slipped through the cracks of gaming history.

Everyone knows the PlayStation and the NES—but what about the Neo Geo, the TurboGrafx-16, or the Atari Jaguar? These weren’t just footnotes—they were full-blown console launches with big ambitions… and even bigger uphill battles.

I’ll walk through the consoles that tried to break through the noise, the ones that were ahead of their time (or way behind), and why some of them deserved a better shot than they got. Expect a little nostalgia, a little sarcasm, and a few “Wait, that was real?” moments along the way.

Have a console you swear by that no one else remembers? Let’s talk about it—this one’s for the collectors, the historians, and the folks who bought a 3DO when it was still full price.

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In this solo ride of Matt’s Digital Odyssey, I take a detour from my usual content and dive into the growing world of AI-powered content creation tools—because let’s face it, not everyone wants to spend 12 hours editing vertical video.

I break down the ones I’ve tried, the ones I actually use, and the ones I’ll probably never touch again unless Skynet forces me to. Whether you're a fellow timeline-scrubbing video editor or just someone who wants to turn scripts into scroll-stopping content, this episode covers it all.

🛠️ Covered in this episode:

• Why Descript didn’t blow my mind (and what I prefer instead)
• The surprising power of InVideo AI for quick content generation
• How Synthesia and HeyGen could make you question reality… or at least your webcam
• My favorite AI voice tool (hint: it’s scary good)
• Why Adobe Express and Firefly are now in my regular rotation for thumbnails and social posts
• The TL;DR of my current AI content stack and what’s worth adding to yours

💬 Quick shoutouts to tools mentioned:

• Adobe Premiere Pro / Adobe Podcast / Adobe Express
• CapCut, Descript, InVideo AI, Synthesia, HeyGen
• Eleven Labs, Firefly, Canva, VistaCreate

🎧 Whether you're a seasoned creator or just starting out, these tools can help you do more with less. But remember—AI can’t make you creative, it just gives you the time to flex it.

🕹️ Oh, and Backlog Roulette is still on the way. Promise I didn’t forget.

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👍 Like what you heard? Follow, subscribe, or yell in my general direction on your favorite platform. And seriously, if there’s an AI tool you swear by, drop me a line. I’ll put it through the ringer… or at least let it try to draw a stick eye.

🎮 Until next time, keep exploring, keep dreaming—and I’ll see you in the next Odyssey.

In this solo episode of Matt’s Digital Odyssey, Matt dives deep into the gamer’s greatest shame—our ever-growing backlogs. From irresistible sales and digital storefront traps to Game Pass overload and nostalgia-fueled purchases, we’re breaking down exactly why we keep buying games we never touch.

Matt also introduces a brand-new series: Backlog Roulette, a no-excuses challenge to tackle his collection one forgotten title at a time—with a little help from AI and some painfully honest rules.

🕹️ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• The psychology behind our impulse game purchases
• Why physical and digital collectors are equally doomed
• Midnight launch nostalgia vs. today’s digital unlocks
• The emotional cost of buying the same game twice
• Introducing Backlog Roulette:
  • Random game selections by ChatGPT
  • The No Rage Quit Rule
  • Multiplayer and DLC exceptions
  • Audience feedback shaping future episodes

This week on Matt’s Digital Odyssey, I’m joined by two incredible guests—Chris from MakoPowered Gaming, a survival horror expert who’s deconstructed the Resident Evil franchise like a researcher at the Spencer Estate (check out his channel at: https://www.youtube.com/@MakopoweredGaming), and Cody "CK" Kitts from the BRB AFK Podcast, a quick-witted entertainer with a deep love for gaming and geek culture (listen to his show at: https://open.spotify.com/show/3IL0hgsIRPtpOiMisux84p).

Together, we dive into the prophetic madness that is Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. This PS2-era classic somehow predicted the rise of digital surveillance, AI-led information control, meme culture, and the war on truth—long before most of us were even thinking about it.

Was Kojima just telling a sci-fi spy story, or was he warning us about the future we're now living in?

We unpack the wild twists, layered commentary, and why MGS2 might be even more relevant today than it was in 2001. Whether you're a longtime fan or just curious how a game predicted the digital age, this is one mission you won't want to miss.

Matt’s Digital Odyssey—where gaming, pop culture, and tech come together for deep dives, hot takes, and thoughtful conversation.

Season 2 of Matt’s Digital Odyssey kicks off with a deep dive into gaming hardware! I’m joined by Chris from Makopowered Gaming and Dustin Vancour (aka Dustimus Prime) as we each count down our five favorite pieces of video game hardware.

From iconic consoles to groundbreaking accessories, we break down what makes them special, the nostalgia behind them, and why they still hold up today. Will your favorites make the list?

🎧 Listen now!

It’s finally here! I know this episode took a while, and I appreciate your patience. The original recording was nearly three hours long because we had so much to talk about!

For the final episode of Season 1, I’m joined by Chris from Makopowered Gaming and Dustin aka Dustimus_Prime as we each break down our personal top ten favorite games of all time. From iconic classics to underrated gems, we go deep into what makes these games so special to us.

Along the way, we discuss the impact of nostalgia, what truly makes a game stand the test of time, and how gaming continues to evolve.

It’s been an amazing first season, and I couldn’t have asked for a better way to wrap things up than with this passionate, in-depth conversation. Thanks for sticking with me, Season 2 is coming soon!

In this episode of Matt’s Digital Odyssey, I dive into a topic that’s been nagging at me for a while digital game collecting and the harsh reality that we don’t really own what we buy. With Sony discontinuing Blu-ray production in certain regions and Ubisoft removing games from digital libraries, it’s clear that physical media is fading fast. But what does that mean for collectors and gamers like us?

I break down the risks of digital ownership, from disappearing game libraries to streaming services pulling content without warning. While digital is undeniably convenient, are we sacrificing true ownership for instant access? I also touch on game preservation and why it’s more important than ever.

So, where do we go from here? Is physical media worth holding onto, or is digital the inevitable future? Let’s talk about it because once something disappears from a digital storefront, it might be gone for good.