Kinda Funny Gamescast: Mike & Roger's Call of Duty NEXT Adventures

Date: October 2, 2025
Hosts: Andy Cortez, Nick Scarpino, Roger Piccorni, Snowbike Mike

Overview

This episode of the Kinda Funny Gamescast recaps Mike & Roger's trip to Las Vegas for the big Call of Duty NEXT event, where they got hands-on time with Black Ops 7, played multiple game modes, mingled with streamers, and dove headfirst into Vegas adventures and shenanigans—all told in the show’s signature banter-heavy style. The group reviews what’s new in Call of Duty, gives first impressions on gameplay and new features, and details their chaotic friend-dynamics and hilarious travel mishaps.

Main Topics & Discussion Highlights

1. Setting the Stage: Call of Duty NEXT Event Recap

[00:33] Roger and Mike share stories from their Las Vegas trip, teasing wild tales and "secrets."
[02:21] The guys reveal they played a decent chunk of Black Ops 7 at the event.

Notable Quote:

“Mike may or may not have potentially shit his pants. We will talk about that later.” — Andy Cortez [01:26]

2. First Impressions: Black Ops 7 Hands-On

[05:46] Modes Played: The team played Multiplayer (Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint), Zombies (on a new map), Warzone (including a refreshed Verdansk), and a new Resurgence map “Hollow’s End.”
[07:35] New Map Impressions:
- Hollow’s End features Appalachia-inspired design with vibrant colors and nine POIs.
- “It has a different look and feel. Very vibrant, pretty… bigger than Rebirth.” — Andy Cortez [07:54]
- Noted as close quarters but fun, with more verticality than some past maps.
[09:09] Perk System & Combat Flow:
- Introduction of a new perk system: perks now have color bonuses (Red, Blue, Green). Combining colors unlocks unique effects.
- Standout: kill-based mini-UAV revealed enemy positions after each kill.
- "[That perk] was super helpful for us… helped us work together and kind of make Call of Duty history.” — Snowbike Mike [09:35]
[10:12] Multiplayer Team Anecdotes:
- Mike and Roger shared a controller for most gameplay: “Everybody loved it… Activision loved that we did that.”
- Not bottom of the leaderboard despite sharing controls.
[13:13] Weapons, Loadouts, & Progression:
- New guns (about 18), classic weapons returning, lots of new camos.
- Weapon prestige returns—“by the time you get to Master Prestige, a special weapon camo.” — Andy Cortez [13:16]
- Loadout sharing streamlined: “Now you can share a loadout code with friends, or copy a killed enemy’s loadout from the killcam.” [13:44]
- All gun progression is now synced across all modes—campaign, co-op, zombies, multiplayer, Warzone.
- Old progression system complaints addressed: “That's not a thing anymore, I don’t think. Which is good. This is back to basics Call of Duty.” — Snowbike Mike [14:59]
[15:07] Overall Feel:
- Black Ops 7 feels like a “more futuristic Black Ops 6—new coat of paint, new weapons, Omni Movement Plus, some new features.” [15:07, 15:46]

3. Zombies: New Map & Format

[16:50] New map: "Ashes of the Damned"
- Features “smaller locations” linked by vehicle corridors—“You jump in a car to move between locations, dodge zombies and mines.”
[20:10] Map described as “normal zombie maps connected in an ‘8’ (infinity) logo; you drive between zones.”
[20:37] Early impressions:
- Roger finds the car-focused travel disrupts classic zombies momentum—“not really the vibe,” but expects it to be fleshed out in post-launch updates.
- “[Driving] wasn’t like, ‘wow, there’s a secret here!’ It’s just left-right-left-right, dodge the bombs.” — Roger [20:37]
[22:02] Weapons feel in line with series expectations; ray guns, Pack-a-Punch, etc. present.

4. Las Vegas Hijinks & Friendship Dynamics

[24:44 onward] The second half is a hilarious, rambling debrief of Mike & Roger’s dynamic, travel quirks, and Vegas social friction—including:
- Invite Drama: Mike negotiating with Activision to get Roger in as a “cameraman” and, eventually, as Mike’s controller-sharing partner.
  - “Would you be okay if we switch on and off?”
  - “I’ll be honest. No. But I’ll do it.” — Mike & Roger [28:03]
- Packing Antics: Mike shows up to the trip with almost no luggage/toiletries (“I buy what I need in Vegas”), much to Roger’s horror.
- Airport & Hydration Sagas: Mike insists on buying expensive water and headphones at the airport while Roger stresses over details.
- Weed Shop Escapade: Visit to a Vegas dispensary for edibles gone wrong—Mike buys 20mg THC edibles without checking, while Roger politely panics. (“There’s no point in doing drugs if you know the exact milligram science…maybe it cooks your fucking brain!” — Nick [47:02])
- Halloween Horror Nights:
  - Highlight: “Overcame my fears in Texas Chainsaw… so much fun, laughing, screaming. Had to sit down after The Exorcist because my heart was racing.” — Mike [51:52]
- Roulette Table Highs & Lows:
  - “We hit black 4 and black 22, up to $400 and pounding the table!” — Andy [54:26]
  - Roger warms up to gambling after free drinks start flowing, only to lose it all with a risky call from Mike.
- Luxor Food Court Mishap:
  - Roger bonds with a stranger over stromboli, accepts a half-eaten portion, and drops it on the floor.
  - “I pick up the thing, I drop the stromboli on the floor…It was a clean cut, the guy wanted half, and I ate half a stromboli, and it was good.” — Roger [65:13]

5. Event Logistics & Celebrities

[42:46] The event was at W by Mandalay Bay, with a streamer lounge, robots making boba, lots of energy drinks, and swag.
[27:38, 42:54] Special guests, streamer run-ins (FIFA KILLER, World Series of Warzone players), and running gags about celebrity meetups.

Key Quotes & Memorable Moments

“Everybody in their mama was here. It was a big event.” — Andy Cortez on the roster of top Warzone streamers [08:28]
“New perk system…you get another perk if you match colors…we kind of made Call of Duty history.” — Snowbike Mike [09:35]
"Everybody loved it. Activision loved that we did that…We weren't at the bottom of the leaderboard, Nick. Wow. Ever." — Andy Cortez [10:25]
“Now you can share a loadout code with your friends…if someone kills you during that kill cam, you can copy their gun loadout.” — Andy Cortez [13:44]
"I just want one fun night of drinking and dancing with the Kinda Funny crew. Give me one night where everybody says yes." — Mike dreams about the perfect Vegas night [29:27]
"I'm the person that, when I go to a weed store, I look at them and say: Hey man, this is what I'm looking for. What's the vibe?" — Roger [46:06]
"This is not the way I want to play Zombies…not really the vibe." — Roger [20:37]
"Mike disliked that. Mike didn't say anything about anything. He's like, 'I'm waiting for this moment…you're going to be mean to me on this podcast.'" — Andy on the podcast foreshadowing real-life banter [60:36]
"I just want to buy him, because he looks at me…'I didn't bring anything. I have three pairs of jeans…I hate all my clothes…I have no deodorant, no toothpaste, nothing.'" — Roger, on Mike's prepping style [33:56]

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Segment | Timestamp | |---------------------------------------------|------------| | Introduction | 00:07 | | Black Ops 7 hands-on: modes, impressions | 05:46–15:51| | New Perk System, Loadouts, Progression | 09:09–14:00| | Discussion of weapon camo & sharing | 13:13–14:00| | Zombie mode description + opinions | 16:50–22:20| | Event streamer lounge, robot boba, logistics| 42:46–45:17| | Vegas planning & financial drama | 29:27–35:37| | Halloween Horror Nights/Exorcist | 49:15–51:52| | Roulette table shenanigans | 53:30–55:43| | Food court stromboli story | 62:48–66:08|

Final Thoughts

This episode is as much about the Call of Duty NEXT event and Black Ops 7 as it is about the chaotic friendship between Mike and Roger, their approach to travel, and their ability to turn minor inconveniences into major bits. If you want quick, energetic takes on Black Ops 7’s new features, a taste of Vegas, and an avalanche of hilarious personal anecdotes, this is a prime example of the Gamescast in its “live show” glory.

For those interested in Black Ops 7:

Expect it to feel like a refined Black Ops 6 with new weapon variety, streamlined progression, beefier customization, and an emphasis on classic fast-paced maps and new perks.
“If you loved the last one, it’s more of the same—but in a good way.” — Snowbike Mike [15:46]

For those interested in nonsense Vegas adventures:

Be prepared for wallet mishaps, stromboli debates, friendship tests, and Mike’s absolutely wild pre-trip routine that will leave you wondering how the Kinda Funny crew ever survives traveling together.

Listen from 05:46–15:51 for Call of Duty details.
Stay for the remaining 90 minutes if you want the full, chaotic Vegas saga.

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Mike & Roger's Call of Duty NEXT Adventures

Date: October 2, 2025
Hosts: Andy Cortez, Nick Scarpino, Roger Piccorni, Snowbike Mike

Overview

Main Topics & Discussion Highlights

1. Setting the Stage: Call of Duty NEXT Event Recap

[00:33] Roger and Mike share stories from their Las Vegas trip, teasing wild tales and "secrets."
[02:21] The guys reveal they played a decent chunk of Black Ops 7 at the event.

Notable Quote:

“Mike may or may not have potentially shit his pants. We will talk about that later.” — Andy Cortez [01:26]

2. First Impressions: Black Ops 7 Hands-On

[05:46] Modes Played: The team played Multiplayer (Team Deathmatch, Domination, Hardpoint), Zombies (on a new map), Warzone (including a refreshed Verdansk), and a new Resurgence map “Hollow’s End.”
[07:35] New Map Impressions:
- Hollow’s End features Appalachia-inspired design with vibrant colors and nine POIs.
- “It has a different look and feel. Very vibrant, pretty… bigger than Rebirth.” — Andy Cortez [07:54]
- Noted as close quarters but fun, with more verticality than some past maps.
[09:09] Perk System & Combat Flow:
- Introduction of a new perk system: perks now have color bonuses (Red, Blue, Green). Combining colors unlocks unique effects.
- Standout: kill-based mini-UAV revealed enemy positions after each kill.
- "[That perk] was super helpful for us… helped us work together and kind of make Call of Duty history.” — Snowbike Mike [09:35]
[10:12] Multiplayer Team Anecdotes:
- Mike and Roger shared a controller for most gameplay: “Everybody loved it… Activision loved that we did that.”
- Not bottom of the leaderboard despite sharing controls.
[13:13] Weapons, Loadouts, & Progression:
- New guns (about 18), classic weapons returning, lots of new camos.
- Weapon prestige returns—“by the time you get to Master Prestige, a special weapon camo.” — Andy Cortez [13:16]
- Loadout sharing streamlined: “Now you can share a loadout code with friends, or copy a killed enemy’s loadout from the killcam.” [13:44]
- All gun progression is now synced across all modes—campaign, co-op, zombies, multiplayer, Warzone.
- Old progression system complaints addressed: “That's not a thing anymore, I don’t think. Which is good. This is back to basics Call of Duty.” — Snowbike Mike [14:59]
[15:07] Overall Feel:
- Black Ops 7 feels like a “more futuristic Black Ops 6—new coat of paint, new weapons, Omni Movement Plus, some new features.” [15:07, 15:46]

3. Zombies: New Map & Format

[16:50] New map: "Ashes of the Damned"
- Features “smaller locations” linked by vehicle corridors—“You jump in a car to move between locations, dodge zombies and mines.”
[20:10] Map described as “normal zombie maps connected in an ‘8’ (infinity) logo; you drive between zones.”
[20:37] Early impressions:
- Roger finds the car-focused travel disrupts classic zombies momentum—“not really the vibe,” but expects it to be fleshed out in post-launch updates.
- “[Driving] wasn’t like, ‘wow, there’s a secret here!’ It’s just left-right-left-right, dodge the bombs.” — Roger [20:37]
[22:02] Weapons feel in line with series expectations; ray guns, Pack-a-Punch, etc. present.

4. Las Vegas Hijinks & Friendship Dynamics

[24:44 onward] The second half is a hilarious, rambling debrief of Mike & Roger’s dynamic, travel quirks, and Vegas social friction—including:
- Invite Drama: Mike negotiating with Activision to get Roger in as a “cameraman” and, eventually, as Mike’s controller-sharing partner.
  - “Would you be okay if we switch on and off?”
  - “I’ll be honest. No. But I’ll do it.” — Mike & Roger [28:03]
- Packing Antics: Mike shows up to the trip with almost no luggage/toiletries (“I buy what I need in Vegas”), much to Roger’s horror.
- Airport & Hydration Sagas: Mike insists on buying expensive water and headphones at the airport while Roger stresses over details.
- Weed Shop Escapade: Visit to a Vegas dispensary for edibles gone wrong—Mike buys 20mg THC edibles without checking, while Roger politely panics. (“There’s no point in doing drugs if you know the exact milligram science…maybe it cooks your fucking brain!” — Nick [47:02])
- Halloween Horror Nights:
  - Highlight: “Overcame my fears in Texas Chainsaw… so much fun, laughing, screaming. Had to sit down after The Exorcist because my heart was racing.” — Mike [51:52]
- Roulette Table Highs & Lows:
  - “We hit black 4 and black 22, up to $400 and pounding the table!” — Andy [54:26]
  - Roger warms up to gambling after free drinks start flowing, only to lose it all with a risky call from Mike.
- Luxor Food Court Mishap:
  - Roger bonds with a stranger over stromboli, accepts a half-eaten portion, and drops it on the floor.
  - “I pick up the thing, I drop the stromboli on the floor…It was a clean cut, the guy wanted half, and I ate half a stromboli, and it was good.” — Roger [65:13]

5. Event Logistics & Celebrities

[42:46] The event was at W by Mandalay Bay, with a streamer lounge, robots making boba, lots of energy drinks, and swag.
[27:38, 42:54] Special guests, streamer run-ins (FIFA KILLER, World Series of Warzone players), and running gags about celebrity meetups.

Key Quotes & Memorable Moments

“Everybody in their mama was here. It was a big event.” — Andy Cortez on the roster of top Warzone streamers [08:28]
“New perk system…you get another perk if you match colors…we kind of made Call of Duty history.” — Snowbike Mike [09:35]
"Everybody loved it. Activision loved that we did that…We weren't at the bottom of the leaderboard, Nick. Wow. Ever." — Andy Cortez [10:25]
“Now you can share a loadout code with your friends…if someone kills you during that kill cam, you can copy their gun loadout.” — Andy Cortez [13:44]
"I just want one fun night of drinking and dancing with the Kinda Funny crew. Give me one night where everybody says yes." — Mike dreams about the perfect Vegas night [29:27]
"I'm the person that, when I go to a weed store, I look at them and say: Hey man, this is what I'm looking for. What's the vibe?" — Roger [46:06]
"This is not the way I want to play Zombies…not really the vibe." — Roger [20:37]
"Mike disliked that. Mike didn't say anything about anything. He's like, 'I'm waiting for this moment…you're going to be mean to me on this podcast.'" — Andy on the podcast foreshadowing real-life banter [60:36]
"I just want to buy him, because he looks at me…'I didn't bring anything. I have three pairs of jeans…I hate all my clothes…I have no deodorant, no toothpaste, nothing.'" — Roger, on Mike's prepping style [33:56]

Timestamps for Important Segments

Final Thoughts

For those interested in Black Ops 7:

Expect it to feel like a refined Black Ops 6 with new weapon variety, streamlined progression, beefier customization, and an emphasis on classic fast-paced maps and new perks.
“If you loved the last one, it’s more of the same—but in a good way.” — Snowbike Mike [15:46]

For those interested in nonsense Vegas adventures:

Be prepared for wallet mishaps, stromboli debates, friendship tests, and Mike’s absolutely wild pre-trip routine that will leave you wondering how the Kinda Funny crew ever survives traveling together.

Listen from 05:46–15:51 for Call of Duty details.
Stay for the remaining 90 minutes if you want the full, chaotic Vegas saga.

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Summary

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Mike & Roger's Call of Duty NEXT Adventures

Overview

Main Topics & Discussion Highlights

1. Setting the Stage: Call of Duty NEXT Event Recap

Notable Quote:

2. First Impressions: Black Ops 7 Hands-On

3. Zombies: New Map & Format

4. Las Vegas Hijinks & Friendship Dynamics

5. Event Logistics & Celebrities

Key Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Important Segments

Final Thoughts

Summary

Kinda Funny Gamescast: Mike & Roger's Call of Duty NEXT Adventures

Overview

Main Topics & Discussion Highlights

1. Setting the Stage: Call of Duty NEXT Event Recap

Notable Quote:

2. First Impressions: Black Ops 7 Hands-On

3. Zombies: New Map & Format

4. Las Vegas Hijinks & Friendship Dynamics

5. Event Logistics & Celebrities

Key Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Important Segments

Final Thoughts