Reviews! We've all read or watched them. This week, Nick and Matt talk about what they want from reviews, whether the games industry has a "champion," and if it will be seen the same way as Films and TV.
Nick and Matt dive into their recent gaming adventures, chatting about Pokémon Violet, World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy XIV, and more. They explore the evolution of MMOs, the impact of community feedback, and excitement for upcoming expansions. Along the way, they share thoughts on Dispatch, PowerWash Simulator 2, Jackbox Party Pack, and the jam-packed release season ahead — all while speculating on potential Game of the Year contenders.
This week, Nick and Matt dive into how we might be playing games wrong, and what we can do to fix that. It gets deep, so please be sure to strap in.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 or Donkey Kong Bananza? Blue Prince or Split Fiction? Nick and Matt discuss potential Game of the Year contenders, what it takes to earn the title, and whether Ben Starr will walk away with multiple awards this December...
Nick and Matt return in this week's Backlog Breakers, now with a slightly refined format! They discuss Fortnite's new proximity chat mode, Overwatch 2's Persona 5 crossover skins, and look at the biggest games of 2025 so far, all in time for The Game Awards in December.
Would you look at that, we've got Farleigh back again! In this week's edition, we discuss the recent launch of Borderlands 4, its performance issues, and the broader implications of game releases in the industry as a whole. Oh, and they have a little quiz to lighten the mood, too, so that's nice.
There's a little game called Hollow Knight: Silksong that came out this week, so, naturally, Nick and Matt have plenty to say about it. Meanwhile, one of us *might* be done with Destiny 2, but needs some help in putting it down...
Wait, where's Matt gone?
In this week's episode, Nick and Farleigh explore their personal connections, the dynamics of gaming in their relationships, and why Overcooked could be the death of them. Oh, and also some nicer gaming experiences and memories from lockdown.
In this episode, Nick and Matt delve into their gaming experiences, focusing on Hollow Knight and the anticipation for its sequel, Silksong, while also sharing their thoughts on why they just don't typically enjoy Metroidvanias in general.
The conversation shifts to Gamescom highlights, Jackbox party dynamics, and personal gaming goals, culminating in ANOTHER reflection on emotional connections to games and movies.
In this episode, Nick and Matt discuss the importance of comfort games during stressful times, the challenges of managing backlogs, and why people would order food off of TikTok...
In this episode, Nick and Matt talk about their experiences with Guild Wars 2, the excitement surrounding the upcoming Battlefield 6, and the emotional impact of game music. They discuss the evolution of gaming preferences, the importance of game launches, and, somehow, the state of the DC and Marvel cinematic universes.
In this inaugural episode of Backlog Breakers, hosts Nick and Matt introduce themselves and discuss their gaming backlogs, favourite games, and the challenges of completing them.
They share personal anecdotes about their gaming experiences, including their love for series like Uncharted, Final Fantasy, and Grand Theft Auto V. The conversation also touches on nostalgic games like Pokémon and the fun of Jackbox games. They reflect on the impact of Portal and Super Smash Bros. on gaming culture, and conclude with plans for future episodes.
