Kinda Funny Gamescast: Video Game Podcast We Played Resident Evil Requiem - Kinda Funny Gamescast
Jan 26, 2026
Madeline Stanley, journalist and horror games commentator, shares previews and hands-on impressions of Resident Evil Requiem and Crisol: Theater of Idols. She discusses tense perspective switching, classic corridor scares, and humanized zombies in Requiem. She also breaks down Crisol’s blood-as-ammo system, visceral reloads, eerie puppet enemies, and its survival-leaning atmosphere.
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Don't Squander Ammo During Action
- Expect resource management even in action-heavy Leon sections; don't waste ammo indiscriminately.
- Mike warns players to count bullets, craft when possible, and treat ammo as precious despite increased action.
Leon’s Hair Sparks Nostalgic Roast
- The hosts and Madeline joked extensively about Leon's haircut, calling it wig-like or 'Karen' style.
- The light-hearted banter highlighted fandom sensitivity to character design and nostalgia.
Requiem Could Be A Top-Ten Contender
- Early impressions place Requiem as a strong contender for year-end top 10 lists based on demo quality.
- Mike believes the game looks and plays well enough to be considered among the year's standout releases.