In this episode, Josh and Tyler discuss the joys of having so many different showcases. Such as the Nintendo Direct, State of Play, Xbox showcases, Silent Hill Transmissions, Capcom Presents etc. Not all of them are bangers by any means, but they don't have to be, they've become a spectacle of entertainment and excitement. When one gets announced everyone gets excited. When that big release that catches you off guard gets announced, the rush of dopamine. Also Hollow Knight: Silksong came out... oh that's been taking some time.
Despite Josh saying its episode 56 in a classic brain fart of dialogue dislexia, Welcome to episode 65 where we discuss box art descriptions, you know, the things on the back of the box that try to sell you on the game before we had internet like today. Assuming it wasn't caged up behind a glass pane. Josh and Tyler go head to head reading box art descriptions and attempt to figure out where they have come from, play along at home and let us know how you made out!
It would make sense to talk about the N64 for episode 64 right? Nah, instead Josh and Tyler take another top list and critique it, this time it's Gamerants top 32 games of the 90's. Not gonna lie some of them threw us off, fairly decent list but certainly a questionable order
Oops, episode was delisted, sorry aboot that!
This episode Tyler and Josh air out their frustrations within the gaming world, stupid things really and just let us vent for a bit!
This episode Josh and Tyler discuss those casual games, pick up and play with a few minutes to go
In this episode, Tyler ran away so I invited Toadie, returning guest to discuss sandbox games and city builders! Like the Minecrafts, City Skylines, FACTORIO!!! Come check it out!
In this episode we discuss the grind, grinding in games, farming, call it what you want but it can be found in so many games now a days. But not all grinding is good, some are just downright boring. Check it out!
In this episode Josh and Tyler discuss media that revolves around video games instead of about video games, such as comics, old TV Shows, Movies, Magazines, Youtube and others!
Another rambly episode where we discuss the Switch 2 news and honestly go off the rails on various topics that wouldn't fit into any other episode
Kbash granted us his presence once again as we discuss the "B" Games. Those games that don't get mainstream love, or considered a "flop" but has a cult status. The world needs more B games and the world needs to appreciate the B game just a little more, so we set out to have a rambly discussion just on that
We love the Switch and with the next iteration around the corner, Josh and Tyler took the opportunity to discuss the Switch, what we've enjoyed and why before we dive into rumors and speculate on what the Switch 2 will bring us
We all have those titles that we just never had a chance to get around to and honestly, it kinda sucks. This episode Josh and Tyler discuss some of the titles that may eventually get played, but would of been better back in the day
The wacky world of "innovative" controls, some good some bad and some are just some wacky accessories for gaming. This episode we discuss some of the more bizarre controllers and control methods gaming has seen to date
We all have those games we get sucked into, love it and may not like admitting it. This episode Josh and Tyler discuss some of their guilty pleasure games and those they get sucked into
This episode Josh and Tyler discuss what they would consider the best end all be all Nintendo Console Tier list.... Handhelds can come too
With the Bossie's around the corner, Josh and Tyler discuss the vents and what they played this past year
We finally sit down and chat about Chrono Trigger, after making some mention in one way or another since all the way back in episode 1
In this episode we discuss those glorious, wonderful achievement pop-ups... or trophies... or gamer score... you know what we are referring too. Honestly, we are not trophy hunters, but that hasn't stopped us from scouting out the occasional platinum or just aiming for that glorious 110% Give us a listen!
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We'd be stupid to make an episode about buying games...right? Well maybe, but we did it anyways! Josh and Tyler discuss buying experiences as collectors, remember some nostalgic memories and talk about dislikes that we have experienced with different outlets!
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With the PS5 Pro coming out soon, Josh and Tyler decide to take a look back at Sony, Sega, Xbox and Nintendo to see what they have don. Console variations is nothing new, however within the recent generations thy have substantially changed.
This also starts year 3 of The Optional Boss Podcast! Thank you so much to everyone who has joined us on this journey, we've been having a blast!