# They Need to Touch Some Grass

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Podcast: [You Geek’N?](https://stenobird.com/podcast/you-geek-n-6507189)
Published: 2026-06-03T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/geekn/episodes/They-Need-to-Touch-Some-Grass-e3k91p7
Audio file: https://anchor.fm/s/e54b0920/podcast/play/120931559/https%3A%2F%2Fd3ctxlq1ktw2nl.cloudfront.net%2Fstaging%2F2026-5-3%2F425410436-44100-2-c0e63e6f29207.mp3
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Duration seconds: 3522

## Resource

Most gamers have lost the fun of pure chaos when games tried to get "real" — but what if you could actually bring back that wild, impossible feeling? Dev and Phil dive into a world where jumping off 50-foot ledges with a snowboard, Frankenstein modifications, and absurd game mechanics reign supreme. This episode is a hilarious, chaos-filled reflection on the games we loved—and the decline of that glorious nonsense.You'll discover why modern games like Skate have lost their sense of fun (and what they really should be doing instead). We break down the crazy evolution of modding classics like Skyrim and Fallout, revealing the wild stuff players get away with—including nudity, crazy character skins, and mind-bending glitches. Plus, we revisit the nostalgic magic of early 2000s hits like NBA Street and SSX Tricky, comparing their over-the-top action to today’s more “realistic” titles.Devin shares his recent adventures streaming PC games — from the thrill of learning OBS to the chaos of multiplayer horror games like Phasmophobia and Dead Space. We discuss the joys and frustrations of online gaming, streaming setups, and how to keep that sense of spontaneity alive while battling dyslexia or just trying not to look like a noob.Why does the gaming community have a penchant for going overboard—more naked mods, more absurd physics, more chaos? Because deep down, we all want games that let us escape real life’s limits. This episode is perfect for anyone nostalgic for the days when games were about fun, freedom, and ridiculousness— before realism became king. If you're tired of the "serious" grind and crave that explosive, goofy joy of gaming’s golden era, this is your new must-listen.And hey, as we gear up for spooky season and ambitious streaming plans, we remind you: sometimes,…

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