The Tyranny of Thumbs

This week, we actually start to get into the main story. And that means we start to pull at the threads of what felt just moments ago like a fully cohesive tapestry of everyone's alibi... but wait.... was that a lie? What does that mean?

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Be sure to check out Instagram because Elena only knows one type of content and that's pure🔥!  (Also she gives more real-time updates on how much we are throwing the schedule)

Tentative Schedule:

We got a plan from helpful folks over at the Disco Elysium subreddit... and it's gone. That's to say, we've had to make small adjustments for life reasons but we are marching forward... 

Week 1: Play days 1

Week 2: Play until you get into the next landmass and meet some characters. A nice taster.

Week 3: Some went off into sidequests, some yolo'ed the main story. But one thing is for sure, the divergence is real in this section.

Week 4: It's time to dive into the story if you have been avoiding it. It's time.

Week 5: We close it out, boys. The sun is setting and it's scary out here in the night.

General tips that the community wanted to share as we dive in:

• Always keep one skill point on hand to unlock white checks at all times, otherwise you can softlock yourself accidentally.

• Make sure you're able to pay for your room on Day 2 with 20 réal or you will be softlocked.

• Don't look up spoilers and embrace failed checks!

While we take our sweet time with Disco, enjoy a legendary episode from our archives in preparation for Senua's Sacrifice 2.

I'll leave you with a quote that's been resonating with me from Disco Elysium this week as we've been digging into the main story more...

But you would still prefer if we didn't take her away?

That's right, if we didn't take care of the people who end up here, this place would just be a couple of ruins and some cargo containers

-Titus Hardie

This week, after some light hiatus in our actual real lives, we dive back into Disco Elysium. Where we both enjoy the game and discuss how like... you know... how hard it is to pick up a game like this after putting it down. 

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Be sure to check out Instagram because Elena only knows one type of content and that's pure🔥!  (Also she gives more real-time updates on how much we are throwing the schedule)

Tentative Schedule:

We got a plan from helpful folks over at the Disco Elysium subreddit... and it's gone. That's to say, we've had to make small adjustments for life reasons but we are marching forward... 

Week 1: Play days 1

Week 2: Play until you get into the next landmass and meet some characters. A nice taster.

Week 3: Some went off into sidequests, some yolo'ed the main story. But one thing is for sure, the divergence is real in this section.

Week 4: It's time to dive into the story if you have been avoiding it. It's time.

Week 5: ????

General tips that the community wanted to share as we dive in:

• Always keep one skill point on hand to unlock white checks at all times, otherwise you can softlock yourself accidentally.

• Make sure you're able to pay for your room on Day 2 with 20 réal or you will be softlocked.

• Don't look up spoilers and embrace failed checks!

We've never re-released an episode before, be gentle. McCoy was afraid but James was fearless.

We'll be back for more Disco Elysium next week and with more exciting news on those Insulindian Phasmids

This week, after some light hiatus in our actual real lives, we dive back into Disco Elysium. Where we both enjoy the game and discuss how like... you know... how hard it is to pick up a game like this after putting it down. 

--

Be sure to check out Instagram because Elena only knows one type of content and that's pure🔥!  (Also she gives more real-time updates on how much we are throwing the schedule)

Tentative Schedule:

We got a plan from helpful folks over at the Disco Elysium subreddit... and it's gone. That's to say, we've had to make small adjustments for life reasons but we are marching forward... 

Week 1: Play days 1

Week 2: Play until you get into the next landmass and meet some characters. A nice taster.

Week 3: ??

Week 4: ?? (I mean this could keep going)

General tips that the community wanted to share as we dive in:

• Always keep one skill point on hand to unlock white checks at all times, otherwise you can softlock yourself accidentally.

• Make sure you're able to pay for your room on Day 2 with 20 réal or you will be softlocked.

• Don't look up spoilers and embrace failed checks!

Hello everyone!

We finally caved and decided to play Disco Elysium (Thanks... James). Oh boy, it's a great game everyone, buckle up. I also say buckle up because like... it's gonna take us a minute. Kindness sensors activate!

Be sure to check out Instagram because Elena only knows one type of content and that's pure🔥!  (Also she gives more real-time updates on how much we are throwing the schedule)

Tentative Schedule:

We got a plan from helpful folks over at the Disco Elysium subreddit... and it's gone. That's to say, we've had to make small adjustments for life reasons but we are marching forward... 

Week 1: Play days 1

Week 2: Play until you get into the next landmass and meet some characters. A nice taster.

Week 3: ??

Week 4: ?? (I mean this could keep going)

General tips that the community wanted to share as we dive in:

• Always keep one skill point on hand to unlock white checks at all times, otherwise you can softlock yourself accidentally.

• Make sure you're able to pay for your room on Day 2 with 20 réal or you will be softlocked.

• Don't look up spoilers and embrace failed checks!

Forgive, we started off this episode REALLY slowly (we were all exhausted from daylight savings and epic halo this weekend) but we got there in the end boys.

This is a game that has been bubbling behind the surface for a lot of us and it's time to finally put it out and give it its praise.

This week we finish Tunic and boy does this game shift styles in the second half. I'm glad we stuck with it to see what more it has in store for us. Also, we watch a speed run too, which frankly is something we should be doing more because it's just fun to watch the game you just toiled over get broken apart.

(Also I tried to edit this week with Craig files in hopes it would capture the accidental Ba-Dum-Tis that got fired off in Discord, but alas, it wasn't captured. So you just get Craig audio and since the audio wave forms didn't give away culprit, they are very much still at large)

This week we are joined by Matt to play some Tunic! Zoe, James, and our listeners have been scouting this one so we finally figured out how to align on playing it. 

At the beginning of the episode, there is a spoiler-free zone where we try to explain why you might play this game that has received so much buzz but also no one wants to spoil it for you.

We'll come back next week for the full send spoilers and all-game talk after completing the game. See you then.

This week we finally finish up and get to talking about Deadly Premonition! Which is almost certainly a game of all time.

But also like... for the bingo card:

• Did we release this one on time? That can't be right
• Quick, who do you think has a technical issue this time?
• Do you think James liked this Good/Bad game or did he have an overwhelming desire to call the police the entire time?

"This week it's time for something sorta kinda different"

- Zoe

This week we answer your questions! What a wild world we live in. Thank you all so much for submitting questions and for the kind words.

(Also thanks for tolerating some tech issues that really got at our mentals this week. Your patience and kindness is always appreciated.)

This week, in what almost certainly could have been an email (but you know this ain't how we roll), we put a quick message about our plans for the new year, ask for your listener questions, and give our game forecast so people can actually know what's going on and get their game related emails in before we've already recorded!

• Submit your questions
• Games
  • Deadly Premonition
  • Tunic
  • Lies of P
  • ____ something else, I just can't remember what.
• Take Care of Yourself

Day 3

Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award & top episodes

Shoutouts from 2022

• Sherlock Holmes Chapter One
• Dishonored
• Everspace
• Control
• Elden Ring
• A Bird Story
• Finding Paradise
• Imposter Factory
• Spiritfarer
• Astroneer
• Don’t Starve
• Green Hell
• Subnautica
• Citizen Sleeper
• Mutazione
• Cult of the Lamb
• War Tales

Best Game (Top 5)

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Adios
• Atomic Heart
• Castle Crashers
• The Case of the Golden Idol + DLCs
• Stray
• Dead Cells
• Darkest Dungeon II
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Fallout 3
• Starfield
• CyberPunk 2077 (2.0 + Phantom Liberty)
• The Pale Beyond
• Soma
• Dredge

Day 2

Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award & top episodes

Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Adios
• Atomic Heart
• Castle Crashers
• The Case of the Golden Idol + DLCs
• Stray
• Dead Cells
• Darkest Dungeon II
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Fallout 3
• Starfield
• CyberPunk 2077 (2.0 + Phantom Liberty)
• The Pale Beyond
• Soma
• Dredge

Best Atmosphere: Games that give off good (or not so good) “feels”

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Adios
• Atomic Heart
• Castle Crashers
• The Case of the Golden Idol + DLCs
• Stray
• Dead Cells
• Darkest Dungeon II
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Fallout 3
• Starfield
• CyberPunk 2077 (2.0 + Phantom Liberty)
• The Pale Beyond
• Soma
• Dredge

Personal Award: Elena’s personal award & top episodes

Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Adios
• Atomic Heart
• Castle Crashers
• The Case of the Golden Idol + DLCs
• Stray
• Dead Cells
• Darkest Dungeon II
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Fallout 3
• Starfield
• CyberPunk 2077 (2.0 + Phantom Liberty)
• The Pale Beyond
• Soma
• Dredge

Biggest Disappointment: Games that missed the mark despite the hype

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Adios
• Atomic Heart
• Castle Crashers
• The Case of the Golden Idol + DLCs
• Stray
• Dead Cells
• Darkest Dungeon II
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Fallout 3
• Starfield
• CyberPunk 2077 (2.0 + Phantom Liberty)
• The Pale Beyond
• Soma
• Dredge

Day 1

Best Narrative: Games that tell a great story

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Adios
• Atomic Heart
• Castle Crashers
• The Case of the Golden Idol + DLCs
• Stray
• Dead Cells
• Darkest Dungeon II
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Fallout 3
• Starfield
• CyberPunk 2077 (2.0 + Phantom Liberty)
• The Pale Beyond
• Soma
• Dredge

Personal Award: James’ personal award & top episodes

Best Collective & Multiplayer Experience: The best of the ToT Group Playthroughs

• Burnhouse Lane
• Dead Space
• Castle Crashers
• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• Soma

Best Game We’re Still Playing: The games that got us into the Discord

• Elden Ring Seamless Co-op
• TFT
• Halo Infinite
• Plate Up
• Among Us
• Call of Duty

DAVE THE....

.... DIVER

Starting the new year off strong! Thank you everyone for being so kind. May you start the New Year as strong as we hope to.

For the next couple weeks we are going to be releasing GOTY in place of normal podcasts to give us some breathing room to finish Deadly Premonition.

We. Out. Here.

This week we finally get around to talking about Dredge and it's lovely. We've definitely all been vibing on it for the past couple of weeks, in our own way, and it's been exactly what we needed. No doubt about that.

Happy Holidays everyone. Thank you all so much.

Also, hey, Gabe shared with us this FIRE mashup... So, I gotchu dog:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=feJ7PWlVms8

"Ultimately in this game. You play as a moth" - James

"The existential dread of being human, that’s the real horror." - Gabe

A Story Analysis of Soma (By YouTuber Gingy)

This week it's first impressions of Soma, a game so scary it's basically taking us 3 weeks to bring ourselves to play it through. Who knew Spooky Games Month was just going to be us afraid of turning on the videogame?

We are very light on spoilers but more so we talk vibes and the "Safe" mode.

The playlist:

Chill Beats to Freeze To - The Pale Beyond Ambient Mix

We returned from a trek on the ice with James... Still no sign of Gabe though. Last time we saw him he was drunk in a bathroom just muttering to himself that "he was the captain now" and laughing to himself.

The playlist:

Chill Beats to Freeze To - The Pale Beyond Ambient Mix

This week it's time for a long slow exhale as we embark on the journey into the pale beyond.

Also this week we lost like at least 2 crew members so it's down to a cozy Elena, Zoe and McCoy.

The one where we finish where we started. You know like just a quick 2 hours of fire.

Look I know we were late this week, but did we not deliver in the end??

As mentioned in the episode, there will be a follow-up episode to finish this one off as we hit time. Fire episode though so enjoy that :D

Welcome to the one where McCoy is SUPER sick. Forgive!

In this episode, we cover jumping back in to Cyberpunk after all these years of development as we reacquaint ourselves with the game systems in preparation for a deeper dive into Phantom Liberty.

We really don't cover the DLC but mostly just how Cyberpunk has changed. Warning though, spoilers for the main game are sprinkled in this episode as we talk about resuming back into this game world where we left off.

One. Last. Time.

It's finally time, again. (Reuploaded)

It's finally time.

We drop everything to play the final Golden Idol DLC and wrap up with our final thoughts on that game now that we've got it all done/dusted/solved.

Spoilers but, what a delight that game has been!

"What a series"

- Gabe

Join us this week for more wasteland adventures... and also for a window into Elena's love life. Spoilers, she totally loves Gale now and she never even thinks about Asterion anymore.

We return from a hiatus with some Starfield prep, Fallout 3. A true classic... I think?

This week... or more like for many weeks prior to this and skipping recording... we've been playing the Elden Reem Seamless Coop Mod. It's honestly amazing and it's entranced us all over again. Will Elden Ring be GOTY every year until the next game is released from From?

Maybe.

Spreading a podcast out for 3 weeks is a slow and insidious killer.

Actually though, kind of interesting to see how letting a game ruminate on the mind can lead to a more in-depth discussion. I liked it.

Join us this week for our Darkest Dungeon 2 impressions podcast. We are all still getting our feet wet with the game but so good so far.

I mean we just couldn't resist playing the DLC since it launched so close plus we needed a nice chill week while Zoe is super busy. If you enjoyed the base game, I really don't see how you wouldn't enjoy yourself here.

This week we take a chill gander into Dead Cells.

For James and McCoy, what is that game up to these days? And for Zoe and Elena, let's play this for the first time on the switch... on an airplane, or perhaps in the morning tucked into bed.

The one where we try to pivot to Stray from talk about one-handed typing and masturbation. We get there eventually.

A spiritual Successor to Obra Dinn. Need anyone say more?

Gabe is back to Max0r us again. Bonus points if you know where you are after playing any of Gabe's games... This is the Call of Duty Zombies of Hack and Slash games...

In this episode, Zoe and James walk McCoy and Elena through the "finale" of Atomic Heart. And boy, they have thoughts about that!

Is Atomic Heart the greatest game of all time? Find out, by clicking on and listening to our podcast. You know, like all clickbait.

(spoilers: we don't seem to think so)

Here are the Episode Breakpoints if you want to follow along. Forgive us for not really having this sorted, the game was new when we started, we swear.

• Episode 1: Play until the end of the Vavilov Complex (AKA collect the tubes)
• Episode 2:
  • Play through Forester Village and fight Hedgie.
  • Complete the labs and progress through the Museum.
• Episode 3: Beat the game lul

Oops, McCoy was sick and that threw a wrench in things... 

Here are the Episode Breakpoints if you want to follow along. Forgive us for not really having this sorted, the game was new when we started, we swear.

• Episode 1: Play until the end of the Vavilov Complex (AKA collect the tubes)
• Episode 2:
  • Play through Forester Village and fight Hedgie.
  • Complete the labs and progress through the Museum.
  • Episode 3: Beat the game lul. Or something IDK

Welcome home... to our alternative home... but hear me out... Bioshock feels different this time around? 

Here are the Episode Breakpoints if you want to follow along. Forgive us for not really having this sorted, the game was new when we started, we swear.

• Episode 1: Play until the end of the Vavilov Complex (AKA collect the tubes)
• Episode 2: Play through Forester Village and fight Hedgie.
• Episode 3: IDK bro. We haven't gotten there yet.

No this is not us saying goodbye. You thought...

This week we are joined by Claire (Zoe's sister or Mama Steam's other daughter) to talk about an incredibly strange short artsy storytelling walking simulator called Adios. Also, there's an interesting conversation about habits we've developed playing games over the years and not wanting to blatantly mess them up for choosing the wrong option.

Hope you are well,

ToT

If you listen closely, you realize that we stop caring about "podcast vibes" and just like start talking about whatever comes to our mind for about... half the episode. See if you can spot it!

Resurrected from the dead, Gabe joins us this week to talk about the Dead Space Remake (and to help us not be scared).

This week we dive a layer deeper into Burnhouse Lane after all the trauma has subsided from last week and we can begin to see clearly again. Loving the depth and the vibes. 2023, the year of the comeback?

Also, James Bond is relevant in this episode. Don't believe me?

Welcome to the first (last?) "filler" episode with just Elena and McCoy. While the crew is hard at work playing Burnhouse Lane and not crying afterward, have a nice fireside chat about Phoenix Point (a game from the makers of XCOM).

And WE'RE BACK... with a game that nearly sent us back into retirement. You think I'm joking? I wish I was joking...

TRIGGER WARNING:

You know we don't do this sort of thing often, so heed our warning, this game is disturbing and we discuss that.

I can't believe we just casually made another one of these...

Wartales on Steam

So, we were going to start our dating sim block this week, but then this absolutely adorable game came out and we decided to play this instead! I mean, you do get to marry your followers so it's kind of like a dating sim, in a way? 

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

I am in the middle of gardening in my Mutazione game about to close it out, and my shirtless husband brings me a pizza (not asked for) with a beer as I achieve a Euphoric melody in the treetops.

So how is your day going?

Hannah Nicklin's GDC talk "Multiple Middles & Mutazione" referenced during this episode: https://youtu.be/OUlwwBNESpU

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

We are flying a pilot-less ship this week without McCoy and trying our best. Thankfully, this ship leads us to the stars and to the intriguing futuristic world of Citizen Sleeper. Join us and special guest Cameron as we navigate through the numerous storylines this game has to offer and also get scarred looking at pictures of aspic. It'll all make sense when you listen. Maybe.

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

Guess what we didn't start the episode with?

“Let's dive in...”

• Astroneer
• Don't Starve/Don't Starve: Together
• Green Hell
• Subnautica

There was some Elden Ring in this episode... Just at the end and no one else liked it!

“Let's dive in...”

• Astroneer
• Don't Starve/Don't Starve: Together
• Green Hell
• Subnautica

There was some Elden Ring in this episode... Just at the beginning!

“The game where sometimes you see the moon.”

• Astroneer
• Don't Starve/Don't Starve: Together
• Green Hell
• Subnautica

There was some Elden Ring in this episode... Just at the end!

“The one where McCoy actually edits the start of the episode”

• Astroneer
• Don't Starve/Don't Starve: Together
• Green Hell
• Subnautica

While there might actually be no Elden Ring in this episode... there are references to Among Us in... say unsavory ways...

This marks the start of Rafael's Block!

• Astroneer
• Don't Starve
• Don't Starve: Together
• Green Hell
• Subnautica

Oh, and TRUST ME there is no Elden Ring in this episode...

It's the final *WINK* Elden Ring Episode *WINK*

Time to take it home boys.

Ok, it's actually more a what you been up to / what's on your mind episode. It's actually nice. I swear.

The Spiritfarer Track This Week

Join us for this "Chill Vibes" episode of Spiritfarer... except an edging joke was made pre-recording and it was essentially too strong for us to ignore.

The Spiritfarer Soundtrack we were listening to.

Join us for this "Chill Vibes" episode of Spiritfarer.

Ok, this might be the final form for a podcast including Elden Ring corner. One episode, but started off with a sick nasty intro bumper with a timestamp if you want to skip to imposter factory. Let's go.

Devastating. My god.

We/McCoy decided to split this recording up into two episodes so that way the fans can get to what they want. This time. Like I'm not doing work like this again. Don't get used to it.

The "what if this was actually just it's own podcast lol" episode.

We/McCoy decided to split this recording up into two episodes so that way the fans can get to what they want. This time. Like I'm not doing work like this again. Don't get used to it.

We talk about Elden Ring... and then we consider talking about A Bird Story. It's alright but there is input lag and like who wants that anymore?

Everyone knew Elden Ring would be a marathon, but as week 3 comes around, we are realizing it's an ultra-marathon, and just about no one was ready.

It's been another week and we are back at it again. Wow. This game is massive. Listen as we slowly come to realize just how insignificant we all are in comparison to this game.

Perhaps it's time to loosen some of the gameplay spoilers around this game and start to share mechanics and strats. It's a tough world out there and we are all out there on our own journey to defeat this game.

Do we need all the help we can get? Maybe, it's hard to say... McCoy keeps home-ruling things as "not allowed" (like summons or coop or even jumping heavy attacks) so maybe he's just on his own journey?

It's the launch weekend of Elden Ring and the podcast crew is getting together to discuss it:

• McCoy: A Dark Souls (and From Software) veteran
• Zoe: Recently trained on and defeated Dark Souls 1 (and a large bit of 2)
• Rafael: I'm not exactly sure, I should ask him. But certainly played a lot of these games before.
• Elena: Has watched like a bunch of souls game dog. Like 2, 3, Bloodborne, Sekiro. That's a lot.
• James: Absolutely brand new to the series but desperately wants to hear what all the fuss is about.

As you can see, we are literally all over the spectrum of Elden Ring skill. But one thing is for sure, no one knows what to think yet but we are actively trying to figure it out. Oh boy, it's here.

It is done. And my god, it's good.

Shoutout to James for his block. Now it's time for something a little different FROM control...

It's finally time. Let's get this game off the backlog, people.

Everspace... You may have seen the ads for it on steam. I know James did because he wanted to play it. Tune in this week for another episode in James' block "I'm getting games off of other people's lists but not McCoy's list"

Should we go out for cigars and whiskey tonight?

Should we go out for cigars and whiskey tonight?

Wait... are we back!?

We commit to getting this playthrough out within the next calendar year.

- Tyranny of Thumbs

On this Episode:

• Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
  • Call of Duty: Zombies
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Eastshade
  • Hearthstone
  • Magic: the Gathering Arena
  • Ring of Pain
  • The Outer Wilds
  • Loop Hero
  • Bastion
  • Transistor
  • Pyre
  • Valorant
  • Life is Strange: Before the Storm
  • Journey
  • Unravel
  • Abzu
  • The Messenger
  • Iris.Fall
  • The Unfinished Swan
  • Florence
  • Superliminal
  • Contradiction
  • Pokemon Unite
  • Slime Rancher
  • Deep Rock Galactic 
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye
  • Prey
  • Inscryption
  • A Plague Tale: Innocence
  • Halo: Infinite
  • Boyfriend Dungeon

GOTY Breakdown:

• Episode 1
  • Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
• Episode 2
  • Personal Award: James’ personal award; James top episodes you should listen to
  • Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
• Episode 3
  • Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award; Zoe top episodes
  • Personal Award: Brandon’s personal award
  • Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
• Episode 4
  • Personal Award: Rafael’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • Biggest Disappointment
• Episode 5
  • Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Presentation of Podcast Trophies
  • Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
• Episode 6
  • Best Game (Part 2)

On this Episode:

• Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
  • Call of Duty: Zombies
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Eastshade
  • Hearthstone
  • Magic: the Gathering Arena
  • Ring of Pain
  • The Outer Wilds
  • Loop Hero
  • Bastion
  • Transistor
  • Pyre
  • Valorant
  • Life is Strange: Before the Storm
  • Journey
  • Unravel
  • Abzu
  • The Messenger
  • Iris.Fall
  • The Unfinished Swan
  • Florence
  • Superliminal
  • Contradiction
  • Pokemon Unite
  • Slime Rancher
  • Deep Rock Galactic 
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye
  • Prey
  • Inscryption
  • A Plague Tale: Innocence
  • Halo: Infinite
  • Boyfriend Dungeon

GOTY Breakdown:

• Episode 1
  • Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
• Episode 2
  • Personal Award: James’ personal award; James top episodes you should listen to
  • Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
• Episode 3
  • Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award; Zoe top episodes
  • Personal Award: Brandon’s personal award
  • Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
• Episode 4
  • Personal Award: Rafael’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • Biggest Disappointment
• Episode 5
  • Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Presentation of Podcast Trophies
  • Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
• Episode 6
  • Best Game (Part 2)

On this Episode:

• Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • The Outer Wilds
  • Pyre
  • The Messenger
  • Contradiction
  • Inscryption
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Halo Infinite
  • The Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye
  • The Unfinished Swan
• Biggest Disappointment
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Eastshade
  • Life is Strange: Before the Storm
  • Iris.Fall
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Prey
  • Journey
  • Unravel
  • Call of Duty: Zombies
  • Inscryption

GOTY Breakdown:

• Episode 1
  • Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
• Episode 2
  • Personal Award: James’ personal award; James top episodes you should listen to
  • Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
• Episode 3
  • Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award; Zoe top episodes
  • Personal Award: Brandon’s personal award
  • Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
• Episode 4
  • Personal Award: Rafael’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • Biggest Disappointment
• Episode 5
  • Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Presentation of Podcast Trophies
  • Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
• Episode 6
  • Best Game (Part 2)

On this Episode:

• Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Eastshade
  • The Outer Wilds
  • Bastion
  • Transistor
  • Pyre
  • Life is Strange: Before the Storm
  • Journey
  • Unravel
  • Abzu
  • The Messenger
  • Iris Fall
  • The Unfinished Swan
  • Florence
  • Superliminal
  • Slime Rancher
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye
  • Prey
  • Inscryption
  • A Plague Tale: Innocence 
  • Boyfriend Dungeon
• Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
  • Call of Duty: Zombies
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Ring of Pain
  • Loop Hero
  • Pokemon Unite
  • The Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye
  • Inscryption
  • Halo Infinite
  • Boyfriend Dungeon

GOTY Breakdown:

• Episode 1
  • Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
• Episode 2
  • Personal Award: James’ personal award; James top episodes you should listen to
  • Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
• Episode 3
  • Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award; Zoe top episodes
  • Personal Award: Brandon’s personal award
  • Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
• Episode 4
  • Personal Award: Rafael’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • Biggest Disappointment
• Episode 5
  • Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Presentation of Podcast Trophies
  • Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
• Episode 6
  • Best Game (Part 2)

On this Episode:

• Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Life is Strange: Before the Storm
  • Contradiction
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Valorant Champions: Semi-finals and Finals viewing
• Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Call of Duty: Zombies
  • Valorant
  • Pokemon Unite
  • Deep Rock Galactic
  • Halo: Infinite
• Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
  • Call of Duty: Zombies
  • Hearthstone
  • Magic: The Gathering Arena
  • Ring of Pain
  • Loop Hero
  • Valorant
  • Pokemon Unite
  • Deep Rock Galactic 
  • Halo Infinite

GOTY Breakdown:

• Episode 1
  • Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
• Episode 2
  • Personal Award: James’ personal award; James top episodes you should listen to
  • Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
• Episode 3
  • Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award; Zoe top episodes
  • Personal Award: Brandon’s personal award
  • Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
• Episode 4
  • Personal Award: Rafael’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • Biggest Disappointment
• Episode 5
  • Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Presentation of Podcast Trophies
  • Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
• Episode 6
  • Best Game (Part 2)

On this Episode:

• Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
  • Cyberpunk 2077
  • Eastshade
  • The Outer Wilds
  • Loop Hero
  • Bastion
  • Transistor
  • Pyre
  • Life is Strange: Before the Storm
  • Journey
  • Unravel
  • Abzu
  • The Messenger
  • Iris.Fall
  • The Unfinished Swan
  • Florence
  • Contradiction
  • Slime Rancher
  • Blacksad: Under the Skin
  • Outer Wilds: Echoes of the Eye
  • Prey
  • Inscryption
  • A Plague Tale: Innocence 
  • Boyfriend Dungeon

GOTY Breakdown:

• Episode 1
  • Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story
• Episode 2
  • Personal Award: James’ personal award; James top episodes you should listen to
  • Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs
  • Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely
  • Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing
• Episode 3
  • Personal Award: Zoe’s personal award; Zoe top episodes
  • Personal Award: Brandon’s personal award
  • Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at
  • Best Actually Recent Game (2020-2021)
• Episode 4
  • Personal Award: Rafael’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations
  • Biggest Disappointment
• Episode 5
  • Personal Award: McCoy’s personal award; Top podcast episodes
  • Presentation of Podcast Trophies
  • Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 
• Episode 6
  • Best Game (Part 2)

AKA Boyfriend Dunj...

For this game, we brought in our resident dating sim expert Cameron to help guide the way through this "adventure". 

Do you think we should have Cameron back on? Do you think we should do a dating sim block? Let us know... or don't? I guess it is your life.

Welcome to something totally different. Unlike our normal show, a game club, we decided to do a tournament rundown for the Valorant Champions Tour 2021. We've all been following Valorant as a game and as an Esport since its creation and this tournament was an incredible way to end a year of increasingly exciting esports play for Valorant. A bright future is ahead of this esports scene and I think we are all eagerly awaiting to see where it goes. SO many amazing teams and amazing games at this tournament, so join us as we do our best to celebrate this festival of "Good Valorant"

Also, shout out to Keyd Stars who get a lot of name drops despite never being in this tournament. Oh wait, are these teams the same? Look this is out of my pay grade... ok?

The boys are back in town. And I mean, what else brings the boys to said town other than... Halo multiplayer. It's back y'all. Halo is here... and it's just like old times except this time with some fresh faces too! Join Zoë, James, Rafael, Elena and Gabe as they patiently listen to McCoy talk about the/his history of the Halo series for 45 minutes. Oh and we share some cool war stories too.

So... turns out the end of the year is around the corner and McCoy is starting to not give a darn anymore. He claims this is a very easy transition for him from caring at all.

1. Episode 1: Play through Chapter 8
2. Episode 2: Play till end

Please remember that there are spoilers in this podcast! Not only in literally every episode, but like, especially so in the second of two parts... of a story game...

The question we are all wondering is:

"Does this game throw so hard it catches its own throw?"

1. Episode 1: Play through Chapter 8
2. Episode 2: Play till end

For this week's episode, Brandon has returned from his game scouting mission with a bounty of Plague's Tale: Innocence. Join us this week as Zoë, James, Rafael, McCoy, and special guests Brandon and Elena as we all admit how long it took us to place the French accents... and like game analysis and stuff too. Maybe a joke? Idk... probably at least one.

SPOILERS, bro.

So... this game has a demo. If you are even remotely curious, just play the demo. You'll love it.

We basically spend 2 hours trying to not offend those who love Prey.... but also create a kind and thoughtful way of telling them that we didn't exactly have the same experience. It could be us, man. It could be... But is it?

This week we play Prey (2017)... and do that meme with the jealous girlfriend meme with the original prey... Have you seen that thing?

Future McCoy says:

Thanks for putting down the notes...

Also, I mixed and edited this episode at 3 am. I can't tell if it's genius or awful. You know, at the time it felt expressive and real. But now I don't know anymore.

I definitely just sat there listening to it... so that's a bad sign for productivity today.

Just like the people who try to save the magic of this game by not spoiling things for those who haven't played it, we aren't going to tell you anything about this podcast... you just need to listen to it!

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This is short update episode where we explain why we aren't done with this game yet and why you should totally be playing this game.

Ok, so this one is just James, Rafael, and McCoy talking some trash about nothing and what they've been playing this week. Shout out to James' mom...

We come back for the thrilling conclusion of Blacksad and just like... idk man... shit got weird.

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In a rather rowdy episode, we discuss Blacksad: Under the Skin. Also... James' potential career options...

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On this week's episode:

• The podcast finally commits to Rafael
• We consider which of the 7 dwarves archetypes got left out by this 4 dwarf game
• We discuss Deep Rock Galactic
• McCoy gets a package delivered
• We commit to finding out if Blacksad is a furry game

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Stay wiggly...

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In this week's episode, we play one of the oldest game archetypes in all of human existence... farming... but with slimes? Join James, Zoë, Rafael, McCoy and special guest Elena as we explore another one of Rafael's all-time favorite games... "It's just SO cute!!"

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Yes, I refuse to spell this game with "Unite" in all caps. Just stop man. It's like those clickbait youtube videos "SURPRISE VISIT (SHOCKING!!!)" for the most not exciting thing ever... I just won't do it...

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And we're back! Put on the relaxing Game of Thrones track on youtube and chill as you listen to us decide what games we want to play in the next bunch of weeks for the podcast (and spooky games month!?).

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For our final week before a long-deserved vacation, we sit down and play Contradiction together.

What a pleasant surprise.

Also, if you are a fan of the show stay tuned to the end because we slap our preshow onto the end of this bad boy (~1:57) because why not.

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What happens if someone rings your doorbell twice in the modern age? What happens when an esports team films their players getting the news their team is disbanding? 

Look, if you want to know the answer to these things, listen to this episode.

Also, we talk about Superliminal. It's trippy, man.

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This episode is literally longer than the game... I feel like I could write a description longer than this game. I won't though. Just for you.

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It isn't about the destination, or rather the completed work, but instead, it's about

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Apparently, there is a period in the name? What is this like a hipster tech startup company?

This week we play Iris.Fall. Join James, McCoy Zoë, Rafael, and Brandon for the eerie puzzle game and perhaps an even eerie-er podcast where we slowly come the realization that people don't LOVE this game as much as they wanted to. 

Also in this episode, if you listen carefully, you can spot a moment where McCoy, not knowing that Rafael is paged and AFK, throws to Rafael and everyone else swoops in for the save.

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Apparently, Zoë reads this... Hi Zoë.

I'm self-aware... just like The Messenger...

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Does anyone even read this?

I'm self-aware... just like The Messenger...

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On this week's episode...

1. We talk about Horizon Forbidden West's Gameplay Trailer
2. McCoy attacks those who wear watches with lots of dials (*UNPROVOKED*)
3. We talk about ABZU...
4. #Verizon5GZeroDawn

Also, in case you were wondering. Apparently, there is a 5 character minimum in podcast titles so I added the "~"... it's kinda like a fish. Think about it.

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Long day at work? Why not... unwind... with a chill podcast discussion of the game Unravel?

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This week... Journey.

Delightful.

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Put on the low-fi hip hop Studio Ghibli mix on youtube and chill as you listen to us decide what games we want to play in the next bunch of weeks for the podcast!

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This week we have a slightly less packed house! Join Gabe (RIP for today's episode), Rafael, Elena, Zoë, James, and McCoy talk about Life is Strange: Before the Storm. Or is it mostly just reminiscing about times we barely remember...? Part 2!

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This week we have a packed house! Join Gabe, Rafael, Elena, Zoë, James, and McCoy talk about Life is Strange: Before the Storm. Or is it mostly just reminiscing about times we barely remember...?

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This week we get together to talk about a project we've been working on for a little while now... getting everyone into Valorant! This week James, Zoë, Elena, Rafael, and McCoy all talk about their experience learning the game as well as playing in a 5 stack together. We try to give some tips and some reality about that experience and how much work it can be... but... oh boy... when you put in the work it's so much fun!

For those who care, I refuse to spell the game VALORANT in caps. I just do.

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This week we end our Supergiant Games block and I can say that none of us saw this ending coming... wait was this episode description clickbait? I guess you'll have to listen to find out.

"Holy crap this blew my mind" - Rafael

• Pyre - Game Audio Review - The Sound Architect

"What does Freedom mean to you, reader?"

"Freedom is living without Fear. To be able to indulge one's curiosities and passions, at least the ones that cause no harm to others, without the constant threat of judgment and reprisal. Freedom means not being made a criminal for what you know, or whom you love, or what you choose to think, or not to think." - Volfred

Pyre Episodes:

1. Up till 3 Loops
2. 3 Loops to End

Supergiant Games Block:

• Bastion
• Transistor
• Pyre

(We already did Hades... like twice!)

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This week we start the end of our Supergiant Games block with... Pyre.

"What does Freedom mean to you, reader?"

"Freedom is living without Fear. To be able to indulge one's curiosities and passions, at least the ones that cause no harm to others, without the constant threat of judgment and reprisal. Freedom means not being made a criminal for what you know, or whom you love, or what you choose to think, or not to think." - Volfred

Pyre Episodes:

1. Up till 3 Loops
2. 3 Loops to End

Supergiant Games Block:

• Bastion
• Transistor
• Pyre

(We already did Hades... like twice!)

Spoiler Warning for Last of Us: Part II

1:21:44 -> 1:23:50

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This week our Supergiant Games block continues with... Transistor.

"Look, whatever you're thinking, do me a favor; don't let go."

• Bastion
• Transistor
• Pyre

(We already did Hades... like twice!)

Spoiler Warning for Last of Us: Part II

1:21:44 -> 1:23:50

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The start of our Supergiant Games block is here...

"I dig my hole, you build a wall"

• Bastion
• Transistor
• Pyre

(We already did Hades... like twice!)

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And we are back at it again... playing Rogue-Likes... it's almost like we had forgotten. But... if we strain... it's coming back to us. I can see it now.

Join us for a first impressions episode (if you are McCoy), an I got a decent sense of this episode (if you are Zoë), an I played a lot of this game episode (if you are James) and an I played 30 hours already episode (if you are Rafael) on Loop Hero!

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This week we finally sit down to play Outer Wilds. Finally.

Also, we try to start the podcast with a spoiler-free section where we talk about the game without robbing anyone of any mystery. 

33:30 Spoilers Start Here

Of course, after this point, there is no return. Proceed at your own risk.

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List of Games Mentioned

• Valhiem
• Stardew Valley
• COD (Warzone and Zombies)
• Dying Light 2
• Animal Crossing
• MTG Arena
• Path of Exile
• Valorant

Link to Game Awards Orchestral Nominee Performance (AKA the shit that makes Zoë cry)

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We've just finished up playing card games against people... what if we played a card game against an owl? This week we played Ring of Pain a card game rogue-like with a circle mechanic that has to be seen to be... believed? Understood? I don't know.... but check it out!

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So what is up with Magic...? We don't know... Let's find out!

I know we prefaced this in the show but like... we are NOT professional magic players we are, in fact, a generalist gaming podcast. We have essentially no idea what we are doing and should be considered wrong at all times before ever being considered right. You have been warned.

Enjoy our: "Magic from the perspective of complete outsiders... (and James) the podcast"

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So what is Hearthstone up to these days? Let's find out! Sorta. Like dabble... you know? Not like commit our lives again... You know... just try it?

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What if we took a vacation... but in the game? Sounds lovely. Sounds like... Eastshade.

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The end is near. And no I don't mean the Cyberpunk inspired future we all see coming... I mean the end of our Cyberpunk 2077 podcast series!

As this game wraps up, you'll be amazed to hear just how many people had their final impressions changed by the ending. In both directions.

Also, our resident game completionist Zoë reports back on what it means to do all the side quests and all the gigs. Tune in to the end for the final verdict in her official Diamonds to Rough ratio report.

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And we're back! The first official game podcast of 2021 is here. And it's... COD ZOMBIES. Woah. Did we need a break from GOTY? Did we need a break from Cyberpunk? I'll never tell.

Also fun fact, punctuation for this episode title will likely be the hardest thing I'll think about today.

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Personal Award: McCoy's Most Cat Lady Award

Guest Award: Elena

-- Presentation of Podcast Trophies --

Best Game: The Official ToT Game of the Year (Top 5) 

• Firewatch
• Return of the Obra Dinn
• Undertale
• Stardew Valley
• The Council
• Gorogoa
• Detroit: Become Human
• Hades
• World War Z
• Gears 5 Horde Mode
• Downfall
• Year Walk
• Valorant
• Call of Duty: Warzone
• Mass Effect 1
• Mass Effect 2
• Mass Effect 3
• Golf With Your Friends
• Ori and the Blind Forest
• Lorelai
• Into the Breach
• Faster than Light
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the Spire
• COD: Modern Warfare Campaign
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Phasmophobia
• Observation
• Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
• Among Us
• Mirror’s Edge
• Life is Strange
• SUPERHOT
• Cyberpunk 2077 (??)

Side Quests / Other Games

• Animal Crossing
• Last of Us
• Last of Us: Part II
• Dark Souls

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Personal Award: Gabe’s Most Dunked On Award

Guest Award: Matt

Biggest Surprise: Games that exceeded or subverted our expectations 

• Return of the Obra Dinn
• The Council
• Hades
• Mass Effect: The Series
• Among Us
• Ori and the Blind Forest
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
• Cyberpunk 2077
• Slay the Spire
• Phasmophobia
• Firewatch
• Year Walk
• Valorant
• Dark Souls
• Lorelai
• Darkest Dungeon
• SUPERHOT
• The Last of Us
• The Last of Us part II

Biggest Disappointment

• World War Z
• The Council
• Mirror’s Edge
• Lorelai
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Life is Strange
• Cyberpunk 2077
• Golf with Your Friends
• Phasmophobia
• Undertale
• Mass Effect 3
• Gears 5 Horde Mode
• COD: Modern Warfare Campaign

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Personal Award: Zoë’s Video Game Soundtrack I couldn’t stop listening to Award

Guest Award: Claire

Best Visuals: Games we couldn’t help but marvel at

• Firewatch
• Return of the Obra Dinn
• Gorogoa
• Year Walk
• Ori and the Blind Forest
• The Council
• Detroit: Become Human
• Hades
• Lorelai
• Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan carter
• Observation
• Mirror’s Edge
• Life is Strange
• SUPERHOT
• Cyberpunk 2077
• Stardew Valley
• Mass Effect 3
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the Spire
• COD: Modern Warfare
• Among Us
• Last of Us part II
• Dark Souls (JUST Anor Londo)

Best Actually Recent Game (2019-2020)

• Hades*
• Gears 5 Horde Mode
• Lorelai
• Into the Breach
• Among Us*
• COD: Modern Warfare
• Phasmophobia
• Last of Us part II
• Valorant
• Animal Crossing: New Horizons
• Slay the Spire*
• World War Z
• Observation
• Cyberpunk 2077

*Released prior to 2019

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Personal Award: James’ Fuck this Game Award

Guest Award: Rafael 

Best Collective Experience: The best of the ToT group playthroughs

• The Council
• Detroit: Become Human
• Downfall
• Lorelai
• COD: Modern Warfare Campaign
• Observation
• Life is Strange
• Dark Souls (?!)

Best Multiplayer Game: The games that made quarantine less lonely

• Stardew Valley
• World War Z
• Gears 5 Horde Mode
• Golf With Your Friends
• Phasmophobia
• Among Us
• Valorant
• Call of Duty: Warzone

Best Game We’re Still Playing: Games with continuous experience that we keep on playing

• Hades
• Stardew Valley
• Gears 5 Horde Mode
• World War Z
• Valorant
• Call of Duty: Warzone
• Golf with your Friends
• Into the Breach
• Faster Than Light
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the Spire
• Phasmophobia
• Among Us
• Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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Best Narrative Experience: Games that tell a great story

• Firewatch
• The Council
• Detroit: Become Human
• Undertale
• Mass Effect 1
• Mass Effect 2
• Mass Effect 3
• Return of the Obra Dinn
• Hades
• Downfall
• Year Walk
• Ori and the Blind Forest
• Lorelai
• COD: Modern Warfare Campaign
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Observation
• Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice
• Mirror’s Edge
• Life is Strange
• Cyberpunk 2077
• SUPERHOT
• Gorogoa
• Darkest Dungeon
• The Last of Us
• The Last of Us Part II

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Join a slightly smaller crew as we continue to dive into Cyberpunk 2077. This time we complete up to Act 2 and some key sidequests we wanted to touch on.

Official Side Quest List (Updated the list in order of importance, IMO)

1. Both Sides Now
2. Sinnerman (two-parter)
3. Any romantic pathway that you have taken on???
4. The Hunt (must complete I Fought The Law prior)
5. Dream On
6. Don't Lose Your Mind (must complete all Epistrophy quests)
7. Violence - (two-parter)

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It's a madhouse in here. In this episode, and in what might be the largest group we've recorded with yet, we talk about our first impressions of this hotly anticipated title Cyberpunk 2077. Did we just play a game on release? That's odd.

In terms of spoilers, we mostly don't talk story in this episode and when we do, we talk only up to the end of Act 1 or "The Heist" mission.

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I feel compelled to tell you that:

"SUPERHOT is the most innovative shooter I've played in years!"

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Amazeballs everyone. Welcome to the thrilling conclusion of our Life is Strange playthrough where we discuss episodes 3-5. Also in this episode, McCoy explains why James is essentially a math proof and Gabe has a trash take on the level of the OG.

Did we hammer the point home hard enough that we have a playthrough on YouTube for Life is Strange?

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Life IS strange... wouldn't ya say? Feels like the right time for the gang to saddle up for another group playthrough. Join us as we discuss the first two episodes of Life is Strange... and basically like our whole high school experience....

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This week we finish off the last of the games we have lined up with Mirror's Edge. A unique game that holds a special place in the gaming pantheon and in some of our hearts. But does it hold up?

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We decided to casually hit record as we discuss what games are on our horizon for the next 5 weeks before Christmas.

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"While you were out partying, Zoë was studying the blade"

As the rest of life speeds by with an almost staggering pace, Zoë's been silently honing her combat skills and what we've got for you here is the proof to show for it. This is a podcast from the top of the mountain. Join McCoy and Zoë as they (drunk on victory wine) discuss this iconic game and Zoë's first foray into a "Souls-Like".

Oh and stay till the end of this podcast if you want to hear Zoë's updated boss tier list (warning there might be some trash takes in there because everyone is totally drunk at this point.)

It was a long hard fought journey, but at the end of the day, nothing could stand in our way:

Zoë Learns Dark Souls (YouTube Playthrough)

Victory Achieved

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This week we jump on the bandwagon, stop everything, and play Among Us. Have you heard of it?

Huge shoutout to Cameron, Rafael, and Matt for being the experienced players who helped guide the rest of us into this wonderful experience without making anyone feel out of place or noobish.

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• Phasmophobia
• Observation
• Hades (Follow Up)
• Hellblade

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• Phasmophobia
• Observation
• Hades (Follow Up)
• Hellblade

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• Phasmophobia
• Observation
• Hades (Follow Up)
• Hellblade

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• Phasmophobia
• Observation
• Hades (Follow Up)
• Hellblade

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Valorant?
• HellBlade (Week 1)
• HellBlade (Week 2)
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Pit People? Risk of Rain 2 1.0?
• HellBlade (Week 1)
• HellBlade (Week 2)
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign
• What Remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Pit People
• HellBlade (Week 1)
• HellBlade (Week 2)
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign
• What remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Pit People
• HellBlade (Week 1)
• HellBlade (Week 2)
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign (Yikes!)
• What remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Pit People
• HellBlade (Week 1)
• HellBlade (Week 2)
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign
• What remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Pit People
• HellBlade
• HellBlade
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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• FTL
• Darkest Dungeon
• Slay the spire
• Call of Duty Campaign
• What remains of Edith Finch
• The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
• Pit People
• HellBlade
• HellBlade
• Mirror's Edge
• Mass Effect Andromeda????

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

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Join McCoy, Elena, Zoë and Claire (our resident Last of Us expert) as they dive into their thoughts on the final third (ish... forgive) of the long-awaited Last of Us Part II.

Feels like even worth noting that this description could be spoilers for the game. If you are really worried about spoilers, consider beating the game then coming back to these podcasts!

SECTIONS:

Ep. 1 - Start -> End of Seattle: Day 3

Ep. 2 - End of Seattle: Day 3 -> The convergence of the narrative

Ep. 3 - The convergence of the narrative -> The End

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Join McCoy, Elena, Zoë and Claire (our resident Last of Us expert) as they dive into their thoughts on the second third (ish... forgive) of the long-awaited Last of Us Part II.

Feels like even worth noting that this description could be spoilers for the game. If you are really worried about spoilers, consider beating the game then coming back to these podcasts!

SECTIONS:

Ep. 1 - Start -> End of Seattle: Day 3

Ep. 2 - End of Seattle: Day 3 -> The convergence of the narrative

Ep. 3 - The convergence of the narrative -> The End

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

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Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

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Join McCoy, Elena, Zoë and Claire (our resident Last of Us expert) as they dive into their thoughts on the first third (ish... forgive) of the long-awaited Last of Us Part II.

Feels like even worth noting that this description could be spoilers for the game. If you are really worried about spoilers, consider beating the game then coming back to these podcasts!

SECTIONS:

Ep. 1 - Start -> End of Seattle: Day 3

Ep. 2 - End of Seattle: Day 3 -> The convergence of the narrative

Ep. 3 - The convergence of the narrative -> The End

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If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

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Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

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It's the night before Last of Us: Part II and all through the internet, spoilers are lurking...

I swear they have been flying around for a full week before release... What is this? Stop. No spoilers for Part II here! We have all successfully hidden from the rest of the world so we can finish up our discussion of Last of Us (and the Left Behind DLC) and give our no-spoilers thoughts on what might just be to come on release day. Boy... the excitement is palpable.

Ep. 1 - Start -> End of The Suburbs (or the start of the Tommy's Dam)

Ep. 2 - Finish the game, then Left Behind DLC

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In preparation for the Last of Us II's launch, we decided it was about time to play Last of Us again. Isn't that what everyone is doing?

Join Zoë, McCoy, Elena, James, and special guest Claire (Zoë's sister and our resident Last of Us expert) as we sit down and talk about the original Last of Us. Does it hold up? I would say let's find out but...

... it does. Sorry.

Ep. 1 - Start -> End of The Suburbs (or the start of the Tommy's Dam)

Ep. 2 - Finish the game, then Left Behind DLC

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Prologue through Horizon (DLC: Overlord, Firewalker, Normandy Crash Site) We're at war. No one wants to admit it but yumanity is under attack. Surround yourself with the brightest, the toughest, the deadliest allies you can find. It's not a plan. . . but it's a perfect plan. You'll get dossiers on the best of them. Assemble your team of Archangel, the Convict, the Professor and the Warlord, in any order. The Master Thief and the Veteran are available if you have their DLC.

Act 2 (Ep. 2)

Assemble a Team Part 2 up to the Omega 4 Relay (DLC: Arrival, Lair of the Shadow Broker) Your team will have to be strong, their resolve unquestionable. Strengthen your crew by tracking down the remaining dossiers.

(Warning: Completing the Reaper IFF mission will start a mission countdown and if you delay after this point there will be consequences. Before heading off to Mnemosyne will be a good time to do your side quests and DLC missions. If not, DLC can still be done after the final mission.)

Act 3 (Ep. 3)

Pass through the Omega 4 Relay Take the fight to the Collectors in person and kick them right in the daddy bags. You'll have to give everything, even if that means your lives.

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This week was an EPIC character run down. Tier lists, loyalty missions and drinking. The whole deal. We out here for Mass Effect right now. Join us ;D

Prologue through Horizon (DLC: Overlord, Firewalker, Normandy Crash Site) We're at war. No one wants to admit it but yumanity is under attack. Surround yourself with the brightest, the toughest, the deadliest allies you can find. It's not a plan. . . but it's a perfect plan. You'll get dossiers on the best of them. Assemble your team of Archangel, the Convict, the Professor and the Warlord, in any order. The Master Thief and the Veteran are available if you have their DLC.

Act 2 (Ep. 2)

Assemble a Team Part 2 up to the Omega 4 Relay (DLC: Arrival, Lair of the Shadow Broker) Your team will have to be strong, their resolve unquestionable. Strengthen your crew by tracking down the remaining dossiers.

(Warning: Completing the Reaper IFF mission will start a mission countdown and if you delay after this point there will be consequences. Before heading off to Mnemosyne will be a good time to do your side quests and DLC missions. If not, DLC can still be done after the final mission.)

Act 3 (Ep. 3)

Pass through the Omega 4 Relay Take the fight to the Collectors in person and kick them right in the daddy bags. You'll have to give everything, even if that means your lives.

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Prologue through Horizon (DLC: Overlord, Firewalker, Normandy Crash Site) We're at war. No one wants to admit it but yumanity is under attack. Surround yourself with the brightest, the toughest, the deadliest allies you can find. It's not a plan. . . but it's a perfect plan. You'll get dossiers on the best of them. Assemble your team of Archangel, the Convict, the Professor and the Warlord, in any order. The Master Thief and the Veteran are available if you have their DLC.

Act 2 (Ep. 2)

Assemble a Team Part 2 up to the Omega 4 Relay (DLC: Arrival, Lair of the Shadow Broker) Your team will have to be strong, their resolve unquestionable. Strengthen your crew by tracking down the remaining dossiers.

(Warning: Completing the Reaper IFF mission will start a mission countdown and if you delay after this point there will be consequences. Before heading off to Mnemosyne will be a good time to do your side quests and DLC missions. If not, DLC can still be done after the final mission.)

Act 3 (Ep. 3)

Pass through the Omega 4 Relay Take the fight to the Collectors in person and kick them right in the daddy bags. You'll have to give everything, even if that means your lives.

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?

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We are coming in hot for the final section of our Mass Effect playthrough podcast companion! It's hype. Get over here!

Also featured, small mentions of Zoe's Valorant adventures and Toon Town.

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And you thought this game was all jank? Honestly, so did many of us... but boy this section might just have turned up the heat. For this section be ready, strap up and strap on because there are decisions a plenty!

Also this week we discuss a possible HD Remaster of the ME series and McCoy weeps when Gabe points out that he will miss out on all the HD sex scenes... 

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Come one, come all! James and McCoy have been playing the Valorant closed beta for a couple of weeks now and they have thoughts! So many thoughts. Thoughts on the game, art style, strategy... and even teammates without mics.

What a fascinating new player in the Esports space. Has Riot done it again? Honestly, they just might have.

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I guess if we have nothing better to do than sit around for the next couple months... we might as well take another deep dive into video game history with Mass Effect. Woah. What have we signed ourselves up for?

Joining us this time around (for the whole series!?!?!?!?!!? only schedules will tell) is our expert Nintendo and Mass Effect correspondent Matt... and... you?

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This week we finally bend down to the will of large corporations and play a game recommended by none other than Mama Steam, Year Walk. An interactive art/game experience exploring Swedish folklore. 

We also talk about how people who play Quidditch in real life still can't fly on brooms and disgruntled Naughty Dog employees. Enjoy!

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This week we prepare ourselves for the Mass Effect saga by... playing some smaller games! Namely Downfall, the sequel (????) to The Cat Lady by Harvester Games. Also this week we try to talk about Mount and Blade II (which basically James saw on stream once and that's about it) and a new XCOM game?

Will Downfall this win this year's Most Cat Lady award? I don't know. Seems like a safe early contender though.

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And now for something a little different. This episode we sit down to strategize for what our podcast looks like during quarantine (or at least for the next 8 weeks). If you like getting a bit of a behind the scenes sneak peek at our organization, enjoy! If not, I'll see you for Downfall coming up next week!

Take care of yourselves.

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This week we upgrade our horde mode game from WWZ to Gears 5 and well... *spoilers* it's better.

Also this week we talk about the recent Valorant beta key craze and yes it takes us 45 minutes. What's it to ya?

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This week we played World War Z after it was free on the Epic Store. Oh, and we talk about Valorant for 20 minutes then refuse to stop referencing it throughout the rest of the show.

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This week we take a break from long story-based games again to play a game that James just can't get enough of... Hades by SuperGiant Games. Plus its SuperGiant. You gotta love em.

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For this lowkey fireside chat (aka Minisode) McCoy is joined by Matt (our resident Nintendo expert) and Elena to talk about Nintendo's new Stardew Valley clone Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Just kidding, or am I? Don't worry, we settle that straight away.

Stay safe out there.

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Doesn't it feel like a lifetime since we last recorded a mainline ToT?

This week we wrap up our Detroit: Become Human and realize that even the title is hitting you over the head with the game's themes... Prepare for another episode where we discuss David Cage's heavy utilization of common story tropes as McCoy breaks a sweat hovering his hand over the censor button because someone wants to talk about racism on air.

Outside of that, look out for more gaming news (spoilers: Coronavirus is canceling everything... but worry not... from the ashes emerges... eSports?)

If you want to follow along here is our rough game schedule:

• 01) "The Hostage" -> 11) "From the Dead"
• 12) "Waiting for Hank" -> 23) "Stratford Tower"
• 24) "Public Enemy" -> End

(Note: We play through the last chapter in a section)

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Hey! We started uploading some of our true trainwreck group playthroughs (as well as some other experimental content series like Wind Down Wednesday and For the Podcast?) to our youtube channel! If you wanna see any of that check it out on our youtube channel!

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And now for something completely different! Welcome to a new format of podcast called the "Minisode". Here we talk about games we are currently playing or playing on the side without the strict game club format. Could be current games, could be games James just can't stop playing (like Hades) or honestly who knows the near limitless potential of this new format. Shall we all figure it out together?

Without further ado... we've all been playing it (even Zoë!)...  let's sit down and talk about Call of Duty: Warzone! 

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So... life is a bit strange right now. But, thankfully, we are gamers. Gamers are strong. Gamers are the king of social distancing and isolation. We got this!

If you want to follow along here is our rough game schedule:

• 01) "The Hostage" -> 11) "From the Dead"
• 12) "Waiting for Hank" -> 23) "Stratford Tower"
• 24) "Public Enemy" -> End

(Note: We play through the last chapter in a section)

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Come one come all. I hear this is an actually good decision game! Let's talk about it!

*The Council fans look up, wince, look back down again in utter defeat...*

*"Mother..." they say quietly to themselves* 

Also featuring COD:Warzone, shooting guns on stream and throwing cats.

If you want to follow along here is our rough game schedule:

• 01) "The Hostage" -> 11) "From the Dead"
• 12) "Waiting for Hank" -> 23) "Stratford Tower"
• 24) "Public Enemy" -> End

(Note: We play through the last chapter in a section)

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

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This week we take a break from long story-based games to relax and play a beautiful interactive art experience.... or game... called Gorogoa! We also talk about games to play on your shiny new PC and how to handle it when people online are slightly negative to you (hint, the answer is to stalk them online?)

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Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

This week we gather to discuss the exciting conclusion to The Council. You may be aware that are those among us who have had their doubts as to how this game will possibly tie this story up... but fear not... on this week's episode we painstakingly review each diverging storyline and what can ONLY be described as this game's flawless landing.

Mother? Father?? Sister??? What the hell is going on!!!!

Wanna play along? Here is our adjusted schedule:

• Week 1: Episode 1
• Week 2: Ep. 2 -> Ep. 3.1
• Week 3: Ep. 3.2 -> Ep. 5

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

Ok... so we didn't get through all of Chapter 3 for the podcast this week but don't fear. We haven't given up hope yet. Not to mention, this created some space for gaming news and candy eating ASMR. Worth?

Wanna play along? Here is our adjusted schedule:

• Week 1: Episode 1
• Week 2: Ep. 2 -> Ep. 3.1
• Week 3: Ep. 3.2 -> Ep. 5

SomeBODY Once Told Me (Caution LOUD... but awesome) 

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

This week we start our journey into The Council... but what we find is... well strange... this doesn't seem like what our mother would do... let's explore further... There has to be something going on here... She wouldn't have gone missing without telling us... that just doesn't seem like her at all!

Join us for our Council Playthrough:

• Week 1: Episode 1
• Week 2: Episodes 2 & 3
• Week 3: Episodes 4 & 5

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

This week our "One Person Wonders" block comes to bare its final fruit for the season with nothing less than Stardew Valley. What an incredible game.

"Wouldn't it be a shame if I spawned 999 lamposts?"

- Redhead Symbol, Baby Chick Symbol (aka Gabe)

• Return of Obra Dinn
• Undertale
• Stardew Valley

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

This week, as we continue in our "One Person Wonders" block, many of us return to a game that we put down or skipped past years ago only to hear it brought up again, and again, and then again, and then in a meme, and then oh god now it's on Tik Tok... What is happening to the youth? The one, the only: Undertale.

• Return of Obra Dinn
• Undertale
• Stardew Valley

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

This week we board the Obra Dinn to find out what happened to its ill-fated crew. In the process of doing that though, what we really find is a masterpiece that flew under the radar for many. 

Join us for the "One Person Wonders" block where we play a series of games all made by one developer and marvel at what can be only described as the talent gulf between these people and... us.

• Return of Obra Dinn
• Undertale
• Stardew Valley

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

We start the year off RIGHT with nothing less than a true masterpiece: Campo Santo's Firewatch. If you haven't played this game, what are you waiting for? You are in for a treat.

In many ways, I envy you.

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

Did we say the Drunkisode was the season-ender? Whoops, we forgot about a little thing called Game of The Year. In these series of episodes we go through the games we played on the podcast this year and have them duke it out in a host of categories including:

1. Best Narrative
2. Best Collective Experience 
3. Biggest Surprise
4. Biggest Disappointment
5. Best Visual Experience
6. Worst Game 
7. Best Game 

On this episode:

Best Visual Experience

• Gris
• The Cat Lady
• Tacoma
• Doki Doki Literature Club
• The Gardens Between
• The Ground Gives Way
• Celeste
• Donut County
• Papers Please
• To the Moon
• Dear Esther
• Layers of Fear
• Detention
• Yomawari NA
• Heavy Rain

Worst Game 

• The Gardens Between
• The Cat Lady
• Starseed Pilgrim
• Black Bar
• Layers of Fear
• the static speaks my name 
• BioShock Infinite
• Heavy Rain

Best Game 

• Starseed Pilgrim
• Beginners Guide
• Tacoma
• Gardens Between
• Doki Doki
• Ground Gives Way
• Apex Legends
• Celeste
• Cat Lady
• Human Fall Flat
• Spelunky
• Donut County
• Gris
• To the Moon
• Risk of Rain 2
• Cave Story
• Dear Esther
• BioShock
• BioShock II
• BioShock Infinite
• BioShock Infinite DLC
• the static speaks my name
• Pony Island
• Eversion
• Layers of Fear
• Detention
• Yomawari
• Black Bar
• Orwell: KAEOY
• Papers Please
• Baba is You
• Heavy Rain

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month

Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that? 

If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:

[email protected]

Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!

Oh! And IF YOU LIKED THE SHOW BUT UNDER NO OTHER CIRCUMSTANCES feel free to drop us a 5 star rating on iTunes (or wherever your local podcasts are sold)

Did we say the Drunkisode was the season-ender? Whoops, we forgot about a little thing called Game of The Year. In these series of episodes we go through the games we played on the podcast this year and have them duke it out in a host of categories including:

1. Best Narrative
2. Best Collective Experience 
3. Biggest Surprise
4. Biggest Disappointment
5. Best Visual Experience
6. Worst Game 
7. Best Game 

On this episode:

Best Collective Experience 

• Apex Legends
• Human Fall Flat
• Risk of Rain 2
• Heavy Rain
• Baba is You
• Dear Esther

Biggest Surprise

• Dear Esther
• the static speaks my name
• Spelunky
• Detention
• Doki Doki Literature Club 
• Orwell: Keeping an Eye on You 
• The Cat Lady
• To the Moon 
• Apex Legends
• Black Bar
• BioShock Infinite DLC

Biggest Disappointment

• The Gardens Between
• BioShock Infinite
• Starseed Pilgrim
• Yomawari N.A.
• Cave Story
• Deceit

Also Featuring:

• James’ “FUCK THIS GAME” Award
• The Game Zoe played through the most
• McCoy’s “The Most Cat Lady” Award

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Hype Videos are raining from the sky! (It must have been because of that one 5 star review that liked one :D. How could we stop after that encouragement?)

• The OG (The Bioshock 2 Big Sisters Boss Battle)
• Eversion
• Yomawari: Night Alone
• Layers of Fear
• Post Spooky Games Month