Low Five Gaming
Welcome to Low Five Gaming, the book club-style podcast where two brothers, Alex and Luke, share their lifelong love for video games through engaging conversations and friendly debates. If you're a passionate gamer, a casual fan, or just have a soft spot for the classics, our laid-back, conversational approach will make you feel right at home.
Each month, we'll explore the game of the moment or revisit a beloved classic, satisfying your gaming cravings with our unique blend of humor, insight, and personal experiences. Whether it's reminiscing about crunchy classics like Prince of Persia (89), getting hyped about the latest Nintendo Direct, or diving into deep discussions on FPGA consoles (much to Luke's chagrin), Low Five Gaming is your go-to podcast for all things gaming.
As brothers with a lifelong bond, Alex and Luke bring a genuine camaraderie and relatable banter to every episode, making it easy for you to connect with fellow gamers who truly understand your love for the virtual world. So, if you're looking to join a gaming community where you can enjoy thought-provoking conversations about your favorite games, look no further than Low Five Gaming. You're also invited to join the conversation in our Discord server!
Subscribe now and let's embark on this pixel-powered journey together, sharing our gaming adventures and creating lasting memories along the way.
Episodes
58 episodes
Super Mario Galaxy
Alex and Luke Talk Gravity, Stardust, and Nintendo Doing It Again.Super Mario Galaxy, developed and published by Nintendo, originally launched in November 2007 for the Wii and immediately redefined what a 3D platformer could fee...
Cyberpunk 2077
Alex and Luke Talk Night City, Mainline Endings, and Never Having Dinner at Embers.Cyberpunk 2077, developed and published by CD Projekt Re...
The Ultimate Gamer’s Gift Guide, or: Luke’s Low Five Low-Fi Games (aka Luke’s Low Five Steamy D Starter Deck) | LFTF Ep. 003
Alex and Luke Talk Gifting Gamers, Low-Fi Picks, and Sidequest Shenanigans.In a somewhat rare departure from the usual one-game deep dive, this episode is all about helping you find the perfect gift for the gamer in your life—even ...
Hollow Knight & Silksong
Alex and Luke Talk Hollow Knight and Silksong.The duo dive into a Metroidvania double‑header: first the seminal Hollow Knight (Team Cherry, 2017) and then its long‑awaited sequel Hollow Knight: Silksong (Team Cherry, 2025). We unpack the...
Cult of the Lamb
Alex and Luke Talk Cult of the Lamb.Ever wanted to combine dungeon crawling, base management, and theological terror into one cozy indie experience? That’s exactly the blend Cult of the Lamb serves. Developed by Massive Monster ...
The Plucky Squire
Alex and Luke Talk The Plucky Squire.What if a storybook adventure literally jumped off the page? That’s the magic trick The Plucky Squire pulls off....
Diablo IV
Luke and Alex Talk Diablo IV.In this episode, Alex and Luke dive into Diablo IV, Blizzard Entertainment’s long-awaited sequ...
Games That Defined the Nintendo Switch | LFTF Ep. 002
Alex and Luke share their Top Five Games That Defined the Nintendo Switch.From launch titles to surprise late-era gems, the Switch has built a legacy as one of Nintendo’s boldest and most beloved consoles. In this episode of Low Five Top...
Mario Characters That Aren't Mario | LFTF Ep. 001
This episode, Luke and Alex kick off a brand-new segment: Low Five Top Five, where they rank their five favorite whatevers in gaming. First up? Top 5 Mario Characters That Aren’t Mario.It’s a surprisingly heated—and deeply nostalgic—ride...
Balatro
Alex and Luke Talk BalatroIn this episode, Alex and Luke go all-in on Balatro, the breakout roguelike deck-builder that’s equal parts poker, chaos, and obsession. Developed by ...
Elden Ring
Alex and Luke Talk Elden Ring.In this episode, Alex and Luke finally tackle Elden Ring, FromSoftware’s 2022 open-world epic that took the gaming world by ...
Against the Storm
Luke and Alex venture into the rain-soaked world of Against the Storm, a roguelike city builder developed by Eremite Games. Released in November 2023, this highly acclaimed game invites players t...
Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards
Alex and Luke Talk Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards, the puffball’s iconic 3D side-scrolling adventure for the Nintendo 64. Developed by HAL Laboratory and released in 2000, this game introduced players to the unique ability to combine powers, crea...
IZMA, Developer of Deadeus | LFF Ep. 002
Join us for another episode of Low Five Friends as we venture into the dark, pixelated world of gaming with Adam Birch, also known as -IZMA-. This session, we unravel the eerie layers of Deade...
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom
Alex and Luke talk The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom.The ...
Control
Alex and Luke delve into Control, the mind-bending action-adventure game developed by Remedy Entertainment. Set in the mysterious Federa...
EA Sports College Football 25
Luke and Alex Talk EA Sports College Football 25Luke and Alex dive into EA Sports College Football 25, marking the long-awaited return of this beloved franchise. With a Metacritic score of 85, the game brings dynamic gameplay an...
Top 10 Greatest Games of All Time (Revised), or: The Return of the Low Five Goats
Luke has a running bit where he gives Alex a hard time for declaring any game he enjoys as deserving of a spot in his top ten best games of all time. Well, the two finally sat down and declared their official lists. There are some spicy takes!<...
Disco Elysium: The Final Cut
Luke and Alex Talk Disco ElysiumThis month, we delve deep into the surreal and thought-provoking world of Disco Elysium. Developed by ZA/UM and released in 2019, this narrative-driven RPG puts players in the shoes of a deeply fl...
Deadeus
Step into the eerie world of Deadeus, a unique horror game developed for the Game Boy by -IZMA-. This haunting title, originally released in 2019, immerses players in a dark narrative where a young boy has a prophetic nightmare that ev...
Pine Creek
Alex and Luke talk Pine Creek.Dive into the eerie world of Pine Creek, where the mysterious disappearance of a young girl in a seemingly tranquil town spirals into a tale of cults and ritualistic mysteries. Developed by Marco o...
Marco, Developer of Pine Creek | LFF Ep. 001
Strap in for the inaugural episode of Low Five Friends, where we geek out with Marco, the visionary behind the retro revival hit Pine Creek on Game Boy Color. Marco pulls back the curtain on creating a game that strikes a perfec...
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown
Luke and Alex talk Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown.Trekking through Ubisoft Montpellier's Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, released on January 18, 2024, ...
