The MinnMax Show

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Released every Thursday, The MinnMax Show features former Game Informer employees and beyond talking about the week's most exciting games or game industry news before reading feedback from the Patreon community found at patreon.com/minnmax.

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  • jakecdye
    MinnMax good
    If you like games? If you like friends? If you like getting better? You’ve gotta get MinnMax in your ears. Bsky/insta: jakecdye
  • BoxThisLap331
    Quirky!
    I love a good quirky game podcast, and MinnMax has that energy. Came for the Deepest Dive on God of War: Ragnarok, stayed for the great content week-to-week. @realWyattAJones
  • peng727
    Great show
    Such a great podcast, the rotating guest and the variety on a given week help make each episode unique and enjoyable.
  • hayjeffy
    Awesome Show!
    Been listening for a few years now, this show is so refreshing to always be so positive feeling in a world of negativity! Highly recommend to anyone! @hayjeffy - Insta
  • Emmett Watkins Jr.
    Great Show, Good Job!
    Howdy! Longtime first time, and man lemme tell ya, as an Android guy it was a TASK to figure out how to leave a review. But this show is worth it and it's easily one of the best vidoe game podcasts ever made. They have some of the most intersting and diverse casts in games podcasts (whihc is quite a feat alone), and they manage to always passonately discuss eveyr game and topic on each episode. And shout out to the community for bringing some of the best questions since my time listening to old school Giant Bomb. Ben and the team should be proud of the show they put out every week, and it has easily become one of my weekly staples. I even subbed on Patreon to hear more from them! Just an excelent, upbeat, informative, and entertaining show! (@ejsponge61.com on Bluesky!)
  • russbwald
    Get your gaming discussion fix here!
    The title says it all. The best gaming discussion podcast ever. 10/10 Discord: @russbwald
  • Kdt9644
    The best!
    I listen every week and love the positive vibes! Patreon: kdt44
  • theraizal
    Minnmax Podcast…
    A thoroughly enjoyable gaming podcast with an engaging crew of individuals though it is corcerning the amount of love Minnesota is given lol. A must add to your weekly gaming podcast rotation. twitter: @yolteotl Instagram: @yolteotl_42
  • bluebarrymanilow
    Great Podcast Network
    This podcast is fantastic. They have several shows and have fun, personal, and deeply insightful discussions about games. You can’t get much better than MinnMax. I’m @bluebarrymanilow on instagram. Hope you notice me, Ben! I’ve been wanting to watch that documentary!
  • mister_mann
    Insightful and Entertaining
    Great podcast for gaming news, discussion, interviews and more. Undeniably some of the best interviews in the gaming media space. - Discord @kdotmann
  • Briceh9
    For any fan of games this show is a must
    An in depth and wholesome discussion of video games. I can’t recommend it enough. Instagram: briceh9
  • Minn to the max
    Always Good Minn to the Max
    I’m newish to Minnmax, but they have quickly become part of my regular rotation of gaming podcast. They bring positive energy, unique takes, and I almost always hear about a new game I want to try. It’s also one of the few gaming podcast I can listen to with my kids in the car. Can’t recommend them enough. Edit: @seanzeidler.bsky.social
  • dancin_man97 (Discord)
    Best gaming podcast out there
    Caught up from the beginning of MinnMax’s inception after being out of the loop on games media for a while. Been following Hanson since GI and love the candid nature of the show, and the assembled cast is 👌🏻 Thanks for keeping me in the loop and helping my love for games stay fresh!
  • nintendoman32
    Never Leaving
    Been listening since day one! Great folks and even better discussions. Hanson is a powerhouse of a host. adampunch.bsky.social
  • RITMRMS
    My weekly disconnect from life
    My weekly getaway of enjoying news and recommendations on games this show is full of great conversations and has a large enough cast to cover all genres. If I was gonna have a negative point it would be Ben Hanson not liking kingdom hearts but I forgive him. Now that the review is over if I’m lucky enough to win the blue ray collection discord oreosghost#0388
  • Alex Crouch
    The best interviewer in the biz, Ben Hanson
    Truly, the most phenomenal Gaming podcast around with fun cohorts, guest hosts, comedic bits, and all around good vibes. Not to mention hosted by the best interviewer in the biz, Ben Hanson. Love ya guys! @alexcrouch.bsky.social
  • Chris (Discord: clydaler)
    The Most Optimistic Gaming Podcast Around
    I’ve been a consistent listener since the podcast’s inception in 2019. From multi-decade gaming veterans to adolescents wanting to gain more insight into the world of video games, this podcast has something for everyone. You likely will not find a more diverse group of people with different interests and opinions that can share such great conversation on the newest and oldest of games. One of the best parts of my week is seeing a brand new MinnMax episode pop up for me to listen to. Thank you to Ben and the crew for years of entertainment! - Chris (Discord: clydaler)
  • NextLevel/LastLvl
    One of My Favorites
    Probably the best video game podcast. It’s a pleasure to support them on Patreon. @stepshoe.bsky.social
  • Reido50
    Far and Away My Favorite Podcast
    This is the best video game discussion podcast out there folks. Ben is an amazing host and I love how transparent the whole Patreon operation is. The format is perfect with recent game discussion in the front half and community questions in the back half. I also love the diversity of rotating co-hosts and special guests. Not just a bunch of middle-aged white men! Thanks for consistently making my Thursdays better!! Bluesky: @reido50.bsky.social
  • IG: renacuajo77
    Love it
    Fantastic podcast with a variety of personalities and a mature/positive approach to video games. First podcast I turn to for reactions to big announcements and game releases.
  • Anders Gonzaly
    Solid gaming podcast: week-in, week-out
    Minnmax has slowly become one of my favorite sources of gaming knowledge. It’s opionated yet easy-going, informative without being preachy, and a lot of playful ribbing among the hosts without getting mean. I’m really happy to have found this wholesome corner of the gaming world. Every week I look forward to Thursday for a new episode to learn more about the latest news and games to check out. Thanks MM crew! Contact: @tacoghost.bsky.social
  • Chargrock
    Great video game podcast!
    The MinnMax crew do a great job of talking about video games and related topics while being respectful and funny. They always stay on topic. Instagram: e.s.harper
  • alafollette
    best gaming podcast!
    I love listening every week. Very upbeat and positive. Great crew and consistently interesting discussions. @chobbli on twitter
  • Tumang412
    Great Show
    Absolutely love the MinnMax Show podcast! It’s the perfect mix of insightful video game discussions, industry interviews, and fun community engagement. Ben Hanson and the team always bring such great energy, thoughtful takes, and a genuine love for games that makes every episode a joy to listen to. Whether they’re diving into deep-dive discussions, tackling community questions, or playing goofy games, it’s consistently entertaining and smart. If you’re into video games and want a podcast that feels like hanging out with passionate, funny friends, MinnMax is a must-listen. Five stars all the way! DSJ417@Gmail
  • jarrydeppcosplay
    The ONLY Video Game Podcast I Listen To
    My entry into video game news and reviews began with Game Informer magazine thanks to a subscription through Software Etc. in 2001 (which later became GameStop). I read those magazines religiously and carried them with me everywhere. Eventually I discovered the Game Informer Show, a companion podcast, that Ben Hanson hosted. When Ben left, I was heartbroken because the effort he put into the podcast elevated it above his predecessors and successors. Upon learning of MinnMax, a podcast and YouTube show Ben had created with a handful of former Game Informer staff writers, I was elated. MinnMax is a video game news outlet featuring a revolving door of hosts that allows for a diverse set of viewpoints on the latest in news and reviews. In this day and age where I no longer have any print subscriptions, MinnMax keeps me well-informed on the latest video game updates and they are the only source I depend upon to keep up-to-date. Special shoutout to “The Deepest Dive” which is a video game equivalent to a book club. This truly is the best place about games, friends, and getting better! -your loyal fan from Instagram @jarrydeppcosplay
  • mattsjdjdkfjfn
    Best gaming podcast
    Minnmax rocks. Ben is the best host in video game podcasts (seriously, no hyperbole). All the cohorts are great. The show is funny and entertaining for sure but I really appreciate the diversity of perspectives you get on games. A lot of game podcasts are basically 3 ppl monologuing at each other because they are the only person this week who played the game. Minnmax has enough regulars to rotate in and out that you always get multiple perspectives. So yeah combine an amazing host who’s funny and great at what he does, friendly rotating cast of people all playing games and having interesting perspectives and a general sense than you’re listening to friends chat and have a good time you get the best gaming podcast PS me an my wife loved psychodyssey would have never watched it if not for Ben Hanson I owe him for that matt22220.bsky.social
  • Hemizan
    5 stars
    The only podcast I make time for weekly, including their extra Patreon content. Discord @hemizan
  • ParadigmGamer
    Love MinnMax
    I love MinnMax! They’re friendly, thoughtful, and intentionally delightful in their discussions. And FWIW in response to another review I just read, I love the politics and Jacob Geller. @paradigmcaleb on Discord
  • Sethinon
    An easy recommendation
    As a relative newcomer to this podcast, I’ve been pleasantly surprised at just how great it is. The rotating cast of cohorts means the discussion is always different and interesting, and Hanson is an incredible host who directs the conversation between everyone. If you like gaming podcasts, this is an easy recommendation.
  • cam_burnett
    I look forward to every episode!
    Great blend of humor and in-depth game discussion. Always love hearing everyone’s candid takes on new releases and the happenings of the industry. I also appreciate that they jump right into game discussions. Keep up the good work! ig: @cameromatic
  • Haru_Malu
    Best gaming podcast
    Genuinely my favorite gaming podcast/Youtube channel, been listening for a few years now and have only appreciated the show more and more as time goes on! (twitter @haru_malu)
  • Slosada3
    A highlight of my week
    MinnMax is a great example of how to have critical conversations about games in a positive manner. They bring genuine excitement and love for the medium and don’t rely on fake outrage or other nonsense to attract its audience. A great example of independent and community-based games media that is an example to follow. The rotating cast are all wonderful and have great chemistry with each other. Support independent games media! (Bluesky: slosada.bsky.social)
  • fireball20000
    Consistently incredible
    The way MinnMax keeps the show fresh each and every week is astounding. As someone who listens to a lot of game podcasts, MinnMax is the best of the best. Never a dull listen. Twitter- @NoahTheNerd
  • @justjacksolomon93 Instagram
    Positive and Enlightening Games Discussion Every Week!
    The entire MinnMax crew offers up some of the most informative and funny discussions in videos games you can find. Definitely recommend!
  • NotKyleBosman
    My favorite podcast
    Best gaming podcast with a positive vibe. Needs more Kyle Bosman. PsychOdyssey please 🤲 Discord: Superninjareject
  • RivahWeezah
    Great show
    Great show, would love Psychodyssey Blu-Ray! @ommzii on X
  • Outrigued
    ben runs a tight ship
    finish more games and let the podcast breathe a little more! a news segment could be fun too my Twitter handle is @outrigued thanks!
  • Ronmar the Only
    Amazing Content and Crew, Support!
    The MinnMax Show has been a wonderful outlet of amazing content, ranging from gaming news and commentary to movies and life. Highly recommend you listen and support (directly through Pateron), but also watch their content on YouTube. BlueSky: ronmartheonly.bsky.social
  • WICKED97
    Fantastic show
    Well produced show, that not only has hosts that are knowledgeable but also funny….at times. If you enjoy video games, you’ll enjoy this show. Twitter/X: @wicked1932
  • cubsfandannn
    Best Gaming Podcast!
    This podcast continues to raise the bar on what all gaming podcasts (and podcasts in general) should be! Every contributor is amazing and has great insight about what they’re talking about! -CubsFanDan on Bluesky
  • Dewey_xxv
    Lots of fun discussions
    Awesome if your looking for discussions on gaming news and talks on the latest game releases. Hosts are fun and have good banter with each other. -dewey_xxv on IG
  • bonelessSkeleton
    Highly Recommend
    Love the podcast, great show with great commentary (@quimbles.bsky.social for the giveaway)
  • Cryptanark from Bluesky
    What more could you ask for?
    Most podcasts I listen to are there to provide background noise, but the MinnMax show is so full of life that I’m happy to give it my full attention. It’s hard to find such a stacked group of voices that have this good rapport. It’s thoughtful, well-informed, and really friendly!
  • Levago
    Simply the best.
    Pound for pound, this is the funniest, most informative, and all around most entertaining video game podcast around. @rwgibbons (X)
  • Rickydw
    Always getting better
    The MinnMax Show is my favorite podcast not just for games but in general. They put a whole lot of heart and thought into it every week. Check it out if you haven't already! - @rikkuricky on Bsky / Rikimaru on Discord
  • Lakitui
    Best VG Podcast out there!
    My gf and I bonded over watching Psychodyssey together this past Christmas thanks to Ben’s fervent recommendations. It was one of the best things I’ve ever seen and definitely one of my favorite shows I’ve ever watched (crazy they didn’t pitch this as a show somewhere). Would love to win the Blu-Ray! PS Watch the show! @lakitui on X
  • ProfPlaysGames
    Huge, Informative, and Fun
    What an excellent video game podcast. Chock full of gaming experts with insightful commentary. Conversational podcast that goes on for several hours, but feels so short. One of my go to podcasts for gaming news and reviews and reactions. Some of my favorite personalities in the business. Review by @ProfPlaysGames on BlueSky
  • @bgraffyy.bsky.social
    Must listen
    Joined the backstage pass for even more multi hour content and don’t regret it for one second. Pissy zone is worth it alone. @bgraffyy.bsky.social
  • Yung Garth
    the best there is
    respectable people with respectful and fair opinions and insight on gaming @rrainking.bsky.social
  • Spe4637
    Positivity!
    Most positive games podcast I’ve ever heard! Discord: prime_raccoon_90341
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