What Even Is This Game? | Best of Weird and Peculiar Games | Ep. 5.05

Season 5 keeps leaning into the strange, and this week The Rushmore Show fully embraces the games that made us pause mid-play and ask, “Who approved this?” In Episode 5.05, we’re carving out Weird and Peculiar Games, celebrating the titles with bizarre mechanics, unconventional ideas, and designs that felt confusing, fascinating, or like a full-on fever dream. These are the games that ignored the rulebook, challenged expectations, and still left a lasting mark on gaming culture. Joining Kirk and Andy are Xtianninja and Derrick Stephens, two creators who bring faith, creativity, and thoughtful conversation into the gaming space. Together, we explore why weird games matter, how creativity often thrives on the edges, and what these oddball titles reveal about risk-taking, imagination, and player experience. About Xtianninja Al Descheneau, Xtianninja is a pastor, full-time variety streamer, author, and Executive Director of TACO: The Alliance for Creative Outreach. His content blends faith, personal development, gaming, and community building, with a strong emphasis on encouragement, creativity, and serving others through digital ministry. Whether through streams, books, or conversations, his goal is to equip and uplift creators while honoring God in everything he does. ▶ Twitch: https://twitch.tv/xtianninja ▶ Website & Links: https://xtian.ninja ▶ TACO Network: https://taconetwork.org About Derrick Stephens (Poetically Christian Gamer) Derrick Stephens, known as Poetically Christian Gamer, creates content at the intersection of gaming, poetry, faith, and reflection. Through Twitch streams and thoughtful discussions, Derrick explores how games connect to life, creativity, and spiritual growth, offering a perspective that’s both honest and deeply meaningful. ▶ Twitch: https://twitch.tv/poeticallychristiangamer ???? When: Thursday, January 29, 2026 ⏰ Time: 8 PM EST | 7 PM CST Upcoming Video Game Series Schedule Ep 5.01 – January 1: Top 4 Wii Games Guests: BryceJW, itsbley, GameDad Ep 5.02 – January 8: Worst Games Ever Played Guests: Gamer Ahmer, The Tech Buzz Gaming Ep 5.03 – January 15: Fighting Games Guests: Grailbound Gaming, Mystacles Ep 5.04 – January 22: Easter Eggs in Games Guests: Kris Reed, DestinationSwitch Ep 5.05 – January 29: Weird and Peculiar Games Guests: Xtianninja, Derrick Stephens Ep 5.06 – February 5: Games That Need a Reboot Guests: Iowa Retro Gamer Dad, GameCubeGalaxy, SaturnSteve Ep 5.07 – February 12: Arcade Shooters Guests: MannysArcade, Kevin Sims Ep 5.08 – February 19: Retro Games That Deserve a Modern Remake Guests: Southeast Game Exchange, Crybaby Games Dev Team Ep 5.09 – February 26: SNES Games Guests: Tom Ganka, DoubleMintGames, RetroGamingPandemic ???? Comment of the Week What’s the weirdest game you’ve ever played? Which strange game deserves more love than it gets? FOLLOW US ???? Linktree: https://linktr.ee/Rushmoreshow ???? Email: [email protected] ????️ New episodes live every Thursday at 7 CST | 8 EST ???? First Friday features special livestream nights Hit LIKE, SHARE, and SUBSCRIBE to support the channel and be part of The Rushmore Show community. Tap the bell so you never miss an episode. ???? Andy: @revricketts89 ???? Kirk: @kp2pk #RushmoreShow #Top4andNothingMore #WeirdGames #PeculiarGames #RetroGaming #VideoGamePodcast #ChristianCreators #FaithMeetsFandom ????️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! ???? https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6509595131510784