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John Wahl

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Episodes 181

Avg. Duration 14m

Activity Active

Since Oct 2022

Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Weekly

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Episodic

Consistency

74%

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audioboom.com

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About This Podcast

Midlife SideQuest is the over the hill gaming podcast. Every week host John Wahl brings you his gaming impressions, the latest industry news, and tales of a Gen X geek, brought to you in just 15 minutes to fit your busy life.

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Recent Episodes

181: Replaced

Apr 30, 2026 15m

In this week’s show I’m checking out the 2D cyberpunk adventure, Replaced! Plus Sony stays silent on their new DRM update and the dangers of doing drugs!

180: Final Sentence

Apr 23, 2026 13m

This week I’m checking the dystopian typing battle royale (yes really), Final Sentence! Plus more Pokemon Pokopia and Build a Rocket Boy goes off the deep end!

179: Exit 8 (film)

Apr 16, 2026 15m

On today’s new episode I’m checking out the film adaption of the video game The Exit 8! Plus Game Pass might be getting a price cut and my kids gaming tastes are changing!

178: Pokémon Pokopia

Apr 09, 2026 14m

After a week off the show is back and I’m playing Pokemon Pokopia! Plus news about State of Decay 3 and Minneapolis gets its own superhero.

177: Next Gen Expectations

Mar 26, 2026 15m

This week I’m talking about what I want and what I expect from the next Xbox and the PS6. Plus more layoffs shake the industry.

176: Star Trek Voyager: Across the Unknown

Mar 19, 2026 14m

On today’s program I’m playing the new Star Trek Voyager strategy game! Plus Nvidia uses AI to make your games hotter, and more!

175: Resident Evil Requiem

Mar 12, 2026 14m

On today’s episode I’m returning to Raccoon City in Resident Evil Requiem! Plus Xbox teases their next console and new dad jokes!

174: TCG Card Shop Simulator

Mar 05, 2026 12m

On this week’s show I’m fulfilling my lifelong fantasy of stocking shelves and working a cash register in TCG Card Shop Simulator! Plus Sony rewinds its PC policy and more!

173: Romeo is a Dead Man

Feb 26, 2026 15m

On this week’s program, I’m playing the completely zany Romeo is a Dead Man from Suda 51! Plus the latest from the Xbox leadership change and more!

172: Phil Spencer Departs Xbox

Feb 20, 2026 18m

It’s a special Friday episode of Midlife SideQuest! Breaking news! Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond are out at Xbox. What does that mean for the future of Xbox? Who is in charge now? Let’s discuss!

171: The Legend of Zelda 40th Anniversary

Feb 19, 2026 15m

This week I’m talking about the 40th anniversary of one of my favorite series of all time, The Legend of Zelda! Plus the latest headlines and more!

170: Cairn

Feb 12, 2026 15m

This week I’m checking out the thrilling climbing adventure Cairn! Plus a preview of the upcoming PlayStation State of Play.

169: MIO: Memories in Orbit

Feb 05, 2026 15m

This week I’m checking out a new metroidvania game, Memories in Orbit! Plus Sony wants to make AI podcasts and it’s a big anniversary!

168: Big Hops

Jan 29, 2026 13m

On this weeks show I’m checking out the 3D platformer, Big Hops! Plus the PS6 may be a long way off and Samantha takes charge during the zombie apocalypse!

167: Apartment No 129

Jan 22, 2026 13m

It’s spooky time!! This week I’m checking out the indie horror game, Apartment No. 129. Plus Nintendo continues its world dominance and more!

166: Raft

Jan 15, 2026 14m

On this week’s episode I’m playing a game that ended up being one of my favorite co-op games… ever? Plus layoffs hit the games industry just a few weeks into the year, and I give an update to the…

165: 2026 Preview

Jan 09, 2026 16m

On today’s show I take a look at the calendar for 2026 and pick my five most anticipated games! Plus I review my 2025 predictions and choose some new ones for this year.

164: Game of the Year 2025 Pt.2

Jan 02, 2026 15m

It’s part two of the Midlife SideQuest Game of the Year 2025 special! Today I’m counting down my top 5! Which game will take the crown? It might surprise you!

163: Game of the Year 2025 Pt.1

Jan 01, 2026 17m

It’s Game of the Year time! On today’s special episode I’m counting down from #10 to #6. Plus my daughter Sam joins me to help with the countdown! Happy New Year!!

162: Ghost of Yotei

Dec 18, 2025 15m

It’s the final episode of 2025 and this week I’m playing Sucker Punch’s Ghost of Yotei! Plus gaming hardware sales are in the gutter and Netflix has your family game night covered!

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Midlife SideQuest have?

Midlife SideQuest has published 181 episodes since October 2022, covering topics in Games, Hobbies.

Is Midlife SideQuest still active?

Midlife SideQuest is currently active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 14m.

How do I contact Midlife SideQuest for sponsorship or guest appearances?