What gaming podcasts are good for casual gamers?

Many of the top gaming podcasts are designed for casual players — they cover game recommendations, reviews, and news without requiring deep technical knowledge. Look for shows with 'weekly' or 'roundup' in the name for accessible, broad coverage.

Is there a podcast that covers Nintendo specifically?

Yes — there are several Nintendo-focused podcasts covering Switch games, Nintendo Direct announcements, and franchise deep-dives. Use our search bar and type 'Nintendo podcast' to find the best ones.

Best Gaming Podcasts Updated 2026

The best gaming podcasts, ranked by global listener score. Whether you want the latest PlayStation and Xbox news, deep dives into game design, esports coverage, or indie game discoveries — this is the definitive list of the top gaming shows right now.

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13 gaming podcasts — the big names

The Game Theorists

@gametheory

In This League Fantasy Baseball

Chris Welsh

ACG

@acgreviews

Neebs Gaming

@neebsgaming

Roanoke Gaming

@roanokegaming

IGN Games

@igngames

Flow Games

@flowgamespodcast

WhatCulture Gaming

@whatculturegaming

Kinda Funny Games

@kindafunnygames

That Video Games Show

@thatvideogamesshow

TripleJump

@teamtriplejump

Regulation Gameplay

@theregulationpodcast

Nontendo Podcast

@nontendopodcast

Gaming Spotlight

Spotlight

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How we rank Gaming podcasts

Every podcast on WhichPodcast is ranked using WP Score — our own proprietary algorithm that weighs audience reach, episode consistency, cross-platform presence, and listener engagement signals across Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Unlike single-platform metrics, WP Score reflects a show's true footprint across the entire podcast landscape. The gaming podcasts above are the highest-scoring shows in this genre right now, updated regularly as new data comes in.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best gaming podcasts in 2026?

The best gaming podcasts in 2026 range from weekly news roundups covering PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo to deep-dive shows on game design, esports, and indie development. WhichPodcast ranks them by global listener data so you always see the most-listened-to gaming shows first.

Are there gaming podcasts that cover esports?

Yes — several podcasts focus specifically on esports, covering tournaments, teams, and the business of competitive gaming. Use our AI search to find shows covering specific games like League of Legends, Valorant, or CS:GO.