Special: Game-Pardy! A PAX East Quiz Show
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This special episode of the 'Fun' and Games Podcast features a live recording of the 'Game-Pardy!' quiz show hosted by Adam Gumbert at PAX East 2026. The panel includes hosts Matt A.K. Stormageddon, Emily Merritt, Claire Afterall, and Jacob McCourt, competing in a playful, fast-paced Jeopardy-style game centered around video game trivia. Categories range from 'Chromatic Cuties' and 'Trick Up My Sleeve' to 'Big L's' and 'The Artist Formerly Known As,' with questions spanning iconic franchises like Nier Automata, Final Fantasy, and Mortal Kombat. The audience actively participates, winning prizes like Game Boy Advance games, a cat pin from Inscription, and even a used copy of Kinect Star Wars. The second round doubles the point values, and the final round features a high-stakes betting game where the audience ultimately wins the grand prize: a copy of the original Xbox exclusive Brute Force, along with three Egyptian God cards from Yu-Gi-Oh. The episode captures the lighthearted, chaotic energy of a live PAX panel, blending humor, fandom, and genuine camaraderie.
Audience participation is central to the game’s fun—listeners can win real prizes by answering trivia questions.
The quiz format emphasizes playful, niche video game knowledge, with a focus on obscure references and pop culture crossovers.
Final round betting adds tension and surprise, with the audience winning despite low individual scores.
Prizes are both nostalgic and quirky, including rare physical media and collectible items.
The host’s humor and improvisation elevate the experience, making it feel spontaneous and authentic.
Introduction and Panel Welcome
Host Adam Gumbert introduces the special episode, sharing the audio from his live Game-Pardy! panel at PAX East 2026. He welcomes the audience and introduces the panelists: Matt, Emily, Claire, and Jacob.
Round One: Jeopardy-Style Trivia Begins
The game kicks off with categories like 'Chromatic Cuties' and 'Trick Up My Sleeve.' The audience and panelists answer questions on games like Pac-Man, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and Balatro, with prizes awarded for correct answers.
Audience Dominance and Prize Payouts
The audience gains momentum, correctly answering tough questions like 'Yu-Gi-Oh! in the Sacred Cards' and 'Goro from Mortal Kombat.' Prizes include a Gengar jacket, a Game Boy Advance game bundle, and a cat pin from Inscription.
Round Two: Doubled Points and High-Stakes Play
The second round doubles all point values. Categories include 'Small Biz Owners' and 'Cover Athletes.' The audience continues to shine, correctly identifying characters like Solid Snake and Caitlin Clark, while Jacob scores big with Aperture Science.
Final Round: Betting and the Grand Prize
“And the winner of the entire contest, not shocking to anybody who's been paying attention to the score, is tonight's audience.”
“And the winner of the entire contest, not shocking to anybody who's been paying attention to the score, is tonight's audience.”
“I'm the colorful Canadian, please stop.”
“You can't boo me in 2026, sorry.”
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Adam Gumbert
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Jacob McCourt
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Matt A.K. Stormageddon
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Emily Merritt
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Claire Afterall
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PAX East
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Game-Pardy!
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Brute Force
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Nier Automata
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Yu-Gi-Oh! in the Sacred Cards
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