In the 166th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryanreturn after a year-long hiatus! Rusty shares about life as a dad and his trip to New Zealand, and Ryan shares about his renewed (continued?) love for RuneScape. The guys are back in full swing. Games Recently Played include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Dragon Age: The Veilgard, and Final Fantasy XVI. Finally, the Gents share their Top 10 Games of 2024. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – Opening Remarks
4:07 – Life as a Dad
14:00 – Games Ryan’s Been Playing
19:42 – Meeting Veronica Taylor
24:15 – More Games Ryan's Been Playing
46:22 - Games Rusty’s Been Playing
1:11:34 – Top 10 Games of 2024
2:25:48 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Submit Podcast Questions Here –Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the historically long 164th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty welcomes Ryan back to the show for the annual Game of the Year Special! After an hour of the Gents catching up, debriefing the Game Awards, and a short ‘Games They’re Playing’ segment, it’s all GOTY talk. Stats, Honorable Mentions, a heated Trophy vs. RuneScape discussion, and their Top 10 Games of the Year! It’s a wild ride, so buckle up and please enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 6:30 – Opening Remarks
6:31 – 28:46 – Ryan Bought a Series X + GamePass Talk
28:47 – 1:05:04 – Game Awards Debrief
1:05:05 – 1:14:49 – Games Recently Played
1:14:50 – 2:22:10 – GOTY Stats + Honorable Mentions
2:22:11 – 4:33:10 – Top 10 Games of the Year
4:33:11 – 4:38:52 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 162nd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty welcomes back a longtime friend of the show, Nolan. They kick off the show chatting about their recent adventures traveling in Europe! Games Recently Played includes deep dive discussions of Starfield, Baldur's Gate 3, and Lies of P, as well as brief impressions of Assassin's Creed Mirage and Inscryption. They close out the show sharing their Top 5 Horror and Horror-adjacent backlog titles. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 7:13 – Opening Remarks
7:14 – 26:45 – Adventures Traveling in London
26:46 – 1:09:46 – Starfield Impressions + 2023 in Review
1:09:47 – 1:18:44 – Baldur's Gate 3 Impressions
1:18:45 – 1:29:59 – Assassin's Creed Mirage + Inscryption Impressions
1:30:00 – 1:47:32 – Lies of P Impressions
1:47:33 – 2:25:32 – Top 5 Backlog Horror Games
2:25:33 – 2:32:17 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 157th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan have a lot to ramble on about. From Rusty’s new band obsession to Ryan’s return to collecting Shiny Pokémon, this is the Otaku Bros at their finest! Games Played Recently includes Far Cry New Dawn, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Tchia, PGA Tour 2K23, and Pokémon Scarlet. The Gents also hype up their next episode, which will be a celebration of all things Nintendo 3DS. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 11:54 – Opening Remarks + Rusty’s Birthday Party Recap
11:55 - 20:49 - Rusty's New Music Obsession
20:50 – 27:03 – Rusty’s Nostalgic for All Gen Gamers
27:04 – 34:10 – John Wick 4 (Spoiler-FREE Thoughts)
34:11 – 43:55 – Marvel Snap First Impressions
43:56 – 1:09:36 – Far Cry New Dawn, PGA Tour 2K23 and Platinum Trophies
1:09:37 – 1:38:42 – Ryan’s Triumphant Return to Pokémon
1:38:43 – 1:56:30 – Resident Evil 4 Remake & Tchia First Impressions
1:56:31 – 2:03:56 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 155th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan open the show discussing their excitement for Hogwarts Legacy. Games Played Recently includes Hot Wheels Unleased, New Super Lucky’s Tale, Final Fantasy XII, Unpacking and more. Lastly, the Gents return to Chuck Klosterman’s Supertheticals (questions for strange conversations). Things get weird, the truth about Elvis is discovered, and quite a bit more. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 23:07 – Opening Remarks
23:08 – 1:11:30 – Games They’ve Been Playing Recently
1:11:31 – 1:36:14 – SuperTheticals (Strange Questions for Insane Conversations)
1:36:15 – 1:42:44 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 153rd episode of Otaku Brothers, Ryan opens the show discussing his recent experience selling a car and baking giant sandwiches! Rusty has been rediscovering just how wholesome and cheesy Disney Original movies are. Games Played Recently includes Bioshock, Frogun, Final Fantasy XII, The Last of Us Part II, and Kirby and the Forgotten Land. Finally, the Gents read 11 lengthy listener emails to close out the 2022 GOTY season. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 14:28 – Opening Remarks
14:29 – 49:25 – Games They’ve Been Playing Recently
49:26 – 2:21:06 – Community GOTY Emails
2:21:07 – 2:26:01 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 148th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty welcomes his good friend Zach Archer back to the show! Zach shares about his various YouTube endeavors over the years and all of the great video series’ he’s created with his friend Alec (CronoLink). Games Recently Played includes Dragon Quest Builders 2, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune, Stubbs the Zombie, and Infliction Extended Cut. Finally, they have a deep dive discussion on Simulation games, Top 5 games, and tips for getting into the genre. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 16:07 – Opening Remarks and Re-Introducing Zach
16:08 – 49:19 – Games They’ve Been Playing Recently
49:20 – 1:06:20 – The Walking Dead Discussion (Spoiler-free)
1:06:21 – 1:16:15 – Our History with Simulation Games
1:16:16 – 2:01:55 – Top 5 Simulation Game Picks
2:01:56 – 2:07:59 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 147th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty welcomes his wife Lauren to the show! Lauren shares about all of her recent traveling adventures, while Rusty chats about his return to making videos on YouTube. Games Recently Played includes A Short Hike, Dragon Quest Builders 2, Nerved, and Disney Dreamlight Valley. Finally, they share 3-5 Nintendo Switch and PS4 games from their backlogs that they hope to play soon. Enjoy!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 23:54 – Opening Remarks
23:55 – 1:09:20 – Games They’ve Been Playing Recently
1:09:21 – 1:27:34 – Nintendo Switch Backlog Discussion
1:27:35 – 1:50:15 – PlayStation 4 Backlog Discussion
1:50:16 – 1:58:09 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 135th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty steps out and his wife Lauren fills his seat behind the mic for a Sibling Special with Ryan! Lauren shares her thoughts about To the Moon and Horizon Zero Dawn, while Ryan speaks highly about the Uncharted 4 Remaster. Later, the siblings chat about 5 of their favorite games played while growing up, and close out the show with some unexpected questions from Rusty. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 9:59 – Usual Life Happenings
10:00 – 32:14 – What She’s Playing – Lauren
32:15 – 51:23 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
51:24 – 1:52:30 – Sibling Top 5 Games Growing Up
1:52:31 – 2:20:29 – 10 Random Sibling Questions
2:20:30 – 2:26:44 – Questions by Rusty
2:26:45 – 2:42:07 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 134th episode of Otaku Brothers, the Gents open the show talking about their holiday breaks, which mostly involved Minecraft, Assassin's Creed Valhalla and screwing up sleep schedules. Rusty also has some interesting news to share that could impact the near-term future of the show, but fear not, Otaku Bros shall continue. Finally, in the back half of the show, Rusty and Ryan share their Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2022, some gaming resolutions, and much more. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 7:51 – Usual Life Happenings
7:52 – 14:08 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
14:09 – 30:52 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
30:53 – 44:51 – Listener Emails
44:52 – 1:02:15 – Our Gaming Resolutions
1:02:16 – 1:55:37 – Our Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2022
1:55:38 – 2:01:51 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 133rd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty records a brief solo episode, which acts as a follow-up to the Gents' 2021 Game of the Year Special. He shares some thoughts and reflections of the 2021 year, talks a bit about what folks can expect from the show in 2022, and introduces an Extended Edition version of the Slappin' OST Medley of 2021. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 21:21 – Reflections of 2021
21:22 – 1:01:41 – Slappin’ OST Medley of 2021 (Extended Edition)
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 132nd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show talking about his recent trip to Pittsburgh, while Ryan shares a story about nearly breaking his thumb! Later, the Gents talk about the games they have been playing recently, including Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Minecraft, and a 3D platformer starring a giraffe named George. Finally, Rusty and Ryan share their Top 10 Games of the Year, the Otaku Bros Community GotY Submissions, and close out the show with a 30-minute medley of the best gaming tunes of 2021. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 16:42 – Usual Life Happenings
16:43 – 26:16 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
26:17 – 42:23 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
42:24 – 49:14 – Spider-Man: No Way Home (Spoiler-FREE Thoughts)
49:15 – 2:31:04 – Our Top 10 Games of 2021
2:31:05 – 3:36:02 – Community Game of the Year Submissions
3:36:03 – 4:07:01 – Slappin’ OST Medley of 2021
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 129th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show sharing about his recent trip to the Caribbean and how he’s hopeful about playing the game of Survivor. Later, Ryan has lots of thoughts, specifically about Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl’s lack of challenge. To close out the show, the Gents answer some great listener questions, including one about our dream video game concerts. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 13:07 – Usual Life Happenings
13:08 – 24:01 – Rusty’s Plans to Play Survivor
24:02 – 1:07:45 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
1:07:46 – 1:26:25 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
1:26:26 – 1:44:36 – Listener Questions
1:44:37 – 1:57:59 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 127th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show gushing about Sora coming to Smash Bros., and Ryan shares an interesting story. Later, Ryan has impressions about the latest Netflix hit, Squid Game, while Rusty shares his initial thoughts about Far Cry 6. Finally, in the back half of the show, the Gents return to the Destiny Island segment. It’s a packed show dedicated to the Nintendo GameCube. Fun facts, early 2000's advertisements, top 5 games, a TON of listener top 5 games, and so much more. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 22:39 – Unusual Life Happenings
22:40 – 33:08 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
33:09 – 53:39 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
53:40 – 1:33:16 – A History of the GameCube + Fun Facts!
1:33:17 – 1:50:06 – Our Earliest Memories with the GameCube
1:50:07 – 2:26:48 – Our Top 5 GameCube Game Picks
2:26:49 – 2:39:35 – Listener Top 5 GameCube Game Picks
2:39:36 – 2:51:03 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 123rd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty kicks off the show with excitement about playing lots of co-op games with his wife! Then, the Gents share all the wild and interesting stories coming away from their trip to Colorado…including ghosts wandering around an old mining town? You don’t want to miss it! Finally, Ryan shares a much-anticipated update on his Animal Crossing island, while Rusty plays more jank 3D platformers. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 18:36 – Usual Life Happenings
18:37 – 1:21:09 – Adventures in Colorado
1:21:10 – 1:27:46 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
1:27:47 – 1:47:39 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
1:47:40 – 1:54:59 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 121st episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan are back to share lots of random life updates, including a traumatic experience involving Scooby and earrings. Later, the Gents share the plethora of games they have been playing and movies they have been watching. From Ryan’s return to Animal Crossing to Rusty’s recent co-op experience playing Operation Tango, there is no shortage of great games discussed. They also talk a LOT about the Last Dance documentary. Finally, they do a mid-year check-in about the games they have beaten so far, games they plan to play/buy before the end of the year, and potential GOTY contender. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 31:59 – Usual Life Happenings
32:00 – 49:21 – What He’s Watching – Ryan
49:22 – 1:16:55 – What He’s Watching – Rusty
1:16:56 – 1:43:11 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
1:43:12 – 2:06:01 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
2:06:02 – 2:30:31 – Gaming Mid-year Check-in
2:30:32 – 2:37:54 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 114th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty kicks off the show opening a late birthday present from Ryan! Ryan talks more Runescape, but has also been watching some interesting murder mystery documentaries on YouTube. On a similar note, Rusty finishes Resident Evil Village and shares his final impressions of the game. Finally, at the tail end of the show, the Gents talk through a ton of conspiracy theories, including the Dyatlov Pass Incident, whether Walt Disney was cryogenically frozen, and so much more. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 15:29 – Usual Life Happenings
15:30 – 29:56 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
29:57 – 51:19 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
51:20 – 1:27:01 – Somewhat Believable Conspiracy Theories
1:27:02 – 1:52:00 – The Dyatlov Pass Incident Discussion
1:52:01 – 1:54:30 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 113th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty kicks off the show sharing how his week off work went. He played a lot of video games and little else. Ryan talks at length about Monster Hunter Rise (surprise!) and makes a pitch for an M-rated Pokémon game. Rusty played a lot this week and shares about it all, including Roundguard, Indivisible, New Pokémon Snap, and in-depth spoiler-free impressions of Resident Evil Village. Lastly, the Gents answer some great listener questions. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 21:31 – Usual Life Happenings
21:32 – 36:53 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
36:54 – 55:38 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
55:39 – 1:11:44 – Resident Evil Village Impressions (Spoiler-Free)
1:11:45 – 1:55:44 – The Question Block
1:55:45 – 2:02:49 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 111th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan are back after a brief hiatus! The Gents kick things off by finishing the March Madness Bracket, but not in the way you might expect. Later, Ryan plays Runescape for 300 hours and Rusty plays 17 3D platformers. All IS well in the world. Finally, Rusty and Ryan answer some great listener questions. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 12:27 – Usual Life Happenings
12:28 – 30:31 – March Madness Otaku Bros. Bracket (FINALE!)
30:32 – 52:50 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
52:51 – 1:30:22 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
1:30:23 – 2:03:56 – The Question Block
2:03:57 – 2:09:10 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com
In the 110th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan kick things off talking about the games they have been playing recently. Ryan is playing the hotly anticipated Monster Hunter Rise and has nothing but good things to say. Rusty is playing the (not as?) anticipated Balan Wonderworld. He thinks it’s just okay! In the back half of the show, the Gents continue the Otaku Brothers March Madness Bracket, completing the second quadrant with all Xbox characters. It’s even more chaotic, brutal, and once again, only two characters come out of it all alive. Enjoy the episode!
Time Stamps:
0:00 – 11:14 – Usual Life Happenings
11:15 – 20:38 – What He’s Playing – Ryan
20:39 – 32:29 – What He’s Playing – Rusty
32:30 – 1:38:20 – March Madness Otaku Bros. Bracket (Xbox Characters)
1:38:21 – 1:45:36 – Closing Remarks
Otaku Brothers Links:
Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de
Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod
Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011
Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72
Submit Podcast Questions Here – Otakubrotherspodcast@gmail.com