The Gaming Backlog "Book Club"

The Gaming Backlog "Book Club"
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There are so many great new video games released each year and gamers are pulled in so many different directions by the abundance of options, but have significantly less time to play than ever before, between work, other entertainment, other activities and life in general. This has led most gamers to build up some degree of a backlog of games and the need to then decide which game to start next. Rather than staring at your library of available games, join Alex and Andrew as they lead conversation around a single video game at a time, following a traditional "book club" format and chatting each week about the most recent chapter or section. Join the conversation on Discord at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn

  1. 3d ago

    13.5 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 4

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about all of Act 2 in Cyberpunk 2077, as we dig and investigate with Judy Alvarez until we find out what happened to Evelyn Parker, including what she knows about the Heist, work with Panam Palmer to retrieve the Relic’s schematics from Anders Hellman, track down the Voodoo Boys for an answer to our Johnny Silverhand issue, and help Goro Takemura arrange a meeting with Hanako Arasaka. Stay tuned for next week's episode to hear about our downtime and (mis)adventures doing the dirty work of Night City across side jobs and gigs, and decide whether or not to pull a Harvest Moon 64 and woo our romantic partner of choice, all while sharing some tips, tricks and stories along the way. We want to hear how this section of Cyberpunk 2077 went for you. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram. Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro and spoiler warning(00:00:26) - Radio stations and music picks(00:02:43) - Appearance mods and Japantown apartment(00:06:40) - Meeting Rogue and the plan to find Hellman(00:09:08) - Heading to the Badlands, meeting Panam(00:13:15) - Aldecaldos camp and stakeout prep(00:13:56) - Quickhack builds and combat styles(00:19:21) - Ambushing Nash's crew for revenge(00:23:11) - Taking down Hellman's AV convoy(00:26:06) - Motorcycle chase and Death Stranding Easter egg(00:29:38) - Capturing Hellman and grim diagnosis(00:34:36) - Side quests: nomad car, Dex's body, iconic weapons(00:40:42) - Balatro Easter egg and cameo voice actors(00:42:27) - Riders in the Storm and roller coaster side quest(00:48:28) - Rescuing Evelyn from Fingers(00:53:51) - Finding Evelyn and Double Life fallout(00:55:42) - Meeting Oda and Wakako, parade intel(00:59:59) - Voodoo Boys and the Grand Imperial Mall(01:07:58) - Cyberspace flashback: Johnny and Alt(01:10:38) - Rescuing Alt and Arasaka Tower assault(01:13:51) - Aftermath in the church and Phantom Liberty hook(01:16:38) - Infiltrating the warehouse with Takemura(01:19:03) - Parade infiltration and Oda boss fight(01:24:14) - Escape, Hanako meeting, and Takemura's fate(01:27:16) - Johnny's deal and final build talk(01:29:19) - Wrap-up and next episode plans

    13.5 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 4

  2. Sep 18

    Bookmark 1.4 Video Game Events, Activations & Experiences

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about video game-related events, activations and experiences in the latest Bookmark episode. Just anything that doesn’t only involve literally using a controller to play a game on a screen. Join us as we discuss some of these moments we’ve had the luck to participate in over our many, many years playing games. Tune in next time to continue our current season about Cyberpunk 2077. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram. Chapters (00:00:01) - Intro and bookmark episode setup(00:01:02) - Halloween Horror Nights: Last of Us and Fallout houses(00:03:28) - Dreaming of a Dead Space haunted house(00:05:25) - BioShock as the dream haunted house(00:06:45) - Pikachu VW Bug at Ghirardelli Square, 1995(00:08:43) - Nintendo stores in New York and Kyoto(00:10:54) - Pokemon Center in Kyoto and Japan wishlist(00:12:57) - Pokemon trading card game history and play(00:14:09) - Pokemon Worlds in Anaheim and pop-up store(00:16:45) - Current decks and card collecting with nephew(00:17:34) - Japan-exclusive Pokemon card sets(00:19:19) - 30th anniversary card frenzy and scalpers(00:20:08) - Pokepark Kanto and Japan developer stores(00:21:28) - San Francisco's Metreon PlayStation store(00:23:40) - Retro gaming expos and conventions(00:25:34) - Meeting voice actors at conventions(00:28:37) - E3 and Game Awards missed opportunities(00:31:35) - Summer QA job at Electronic Arts(00:33:25) - Fighter jet and mech battle simulators(00:34:43) - Video game murals and statues in Mexico City(00:36:02) - Super Nintendo World experience at Universal(00:37:48) - Universal Studios land changes: Simpsons to Pokemon(00:38:55) - Missed opportunities: Tomb Raider escape room and concerts(00:41:15) - Closing thoughts and more missed pop-up events

    Bookmark 1.4 Video Game Events, Activations & Experiences

  3. Sep 9

    13.4 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 3

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about the beginning of Act 2 in Cyberpunk 2077, dealing with the fallout of the Heist and coming to terms with the new normal, while expanding our access to Night City and meeting a whole new cast of intriguing and deadly characters. Stay tuned for next week's episode to hear about everything we discovered, and our encounter with the Voodoo Boys, all while sharing some tips, tricks and stories along the way. We want to hear how this section of Cyberpunk 2077 went for you. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram. Chapters (00:00:01) - Intro and radio station chat(00:02:01) - Appearance and cyberware modifications(00:02:55) - Vehicles and the Delamain side quest(00:05:28) - First-person driving experiences(00:06:21) - Photo mode and smart frames(00:07:33) - Photo mode pose Easter eggs(00:12:19) - Meeting Takemura at Tom's Diner(00:16:15) - Johnny's reappearance and moving forward(00:17:03) - Calling Judy and finding leads on Evelyn(00:19:48) - Lizzie's Bar and the Lizzie pistol(00:21:32) - Smart weapons and cyberware tangent(00:24:19) - Infiltrating Clouds(00:27:59) - Confronting Woodman(00:29:49) - Wrapping up Automatic Love and next steps(00:31:14) - Side quests: Delamain car, Shoot to Thrill, boxing(00:35:20) - More side quests: Happy Together, Buck Ravers, Heroes(00:37:00) - Jackie's ofrenda ceremony(00:41:40) - Jackie's motorcycle and tarot murals(00:43:43) - New apartment purchase(00:45:12) - Build discussion: Sandevistan, stats, and perks(00:50:46) - Weapon loadouts and combat style(00:56:10) - Crafting and weapon mods deep dive(00:58:49) - Iconic weapons and closing thoughts(00:59:48) - Next episode roadmap and Act 2 quest paths

    13.4 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 3

  4. Sep 2

    13.3 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 2

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about side quests, cyberpsycho hunts, side jobs and other gigs, installing upgrades and exploring Night City by foot and by car while blasting our preferred radio stations, all before the buildup to and execution of the Heist, including braindance editing, Militech secret meetings, and acquiring a flathead spider bot from Maelstrom. Stay tuned for next week's episode to hear about where the monumental events of the Heist and the repercussions that come with them, lead us to next, all while sharing some tips, tricks and stories along the way. We want to hear how the Heist in Cyberpunk 2077 went for you. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram.

    13.3 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 2

  5. Aug 26

    Bookmark 1.3 Video Game Accessories (that actually affect the way you play)

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about video game accessories and peripherals (that actually affect the way we play) in the latest Bookmark episode. Join us as we discuss everything from pro controllers and fight sticks, to the GameShark and Game Boy game link cable. Tune in next time to continue our current season about Cyberpunk 2077. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram.

    Bookmark 1.3 Video Game Accessories (that actually affect the way you play)

  6. Aug 21

    13.2 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 1

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about the opening hours of Cyberpunk 2077, getting familiar with our chosen origin points and the friendly (and not so friendly) faces in our neck of the woods, before delving into Night City and working our way through some jobs in Watson, and finally meeting Dexter in a limo to take on one hell of an assignment. Time for the big leagues! Stay tuned for our next episode to hear about how we tackle our proving ground job from Dex, more meetings with fixers, how we take down cyberpsychos, modify ourselves, and whatever is about to happen in a motel, all while sharing some tips, tricks and stories along the way. We want to hear how the early hours of Cyberpunk 2077 went for you. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram.

    13.2 Cyberpunk 2077 Part 1

  7. Aug 13

    13.1 Expectations for Cyberpunk 2077

    Season 13 of The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” covers Cyberpunk 2077. We discuss our expectations for the game based on what we know of CDProjekt Red games and open world RPGs in general. Can we get Johnny out of heads and reclaim our consciousness? Plug in, mod yourself to your heart’s content, take down anyone in your way, and find out! Stay tuned for the next episode to discover how this story all kicked off, in Cyberpunk 2077 Part 1, and share some tips, tricks and stories along the way. We want to hear your expectations for Cyberpunk 2077. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram.

    13.1 Expectations for Cyberpunk 2077

  8. Aug 10

    12.2 Super Mario World vs. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 full playthroughs

    The Gaming Backlog "Book Club” hosts chat about our experiences visiting and revisiting Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Super Mario World, discovering all the wonders within, the unique and innovative gameplay mechanics, technical and graphical prowess for their time, and embrace all the nostalgia. Mike and Jaymo from The Old Switcharoo podcast come along for the ride, comparing the two games despite their many, many differences, and wax lyrical about what has helped Super Mario World and Sonic the Hedgehog 2 stand the test of time. Check in next time to learn about the next game from the backlog that we’ll be playing. We want to hear what you thought of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Super Mario World. Take part in our conversation by joining The Gaming Backlog "Book Club" Discord server at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn or finding it through our LinkTree link on Instagram. Chapters (00:00:00) - Super Mario World vs Sonic The Hedgehog 2(00:01:48) - Nintendo Switch Online Review & Play(00:05:22) - What Has Been Each Of Our Favorite Games On Your Podcast?(00:08:03) - Super Mario World & Sonic The Hedgehog 2(00:13:42) - Two of Your Favorite Games(00:18:03) - Mike's Never Played Much Zelda(00:19:34) - Experiences(00:20:53) - Super Mario World & Sonic 2(00:21:59) - Super Mario World First(00:22:13) - Super Mario 3D: The SNES vs Game Boy Advance(00:27:25) - Super Mario World: The Complete Breakdown(00:32:31) - The Secret to Playing 'Mario'(00:33:18) - Super Mario World: Two Player(00:37:57) - Super Mario 3D: The Difficulty(00:40:44) - Super Mario World: The Yoshi Coins(00:43:28) - Super Mario World's Secret Enemies(00:45:38) - Sonic 2 Boss Fight(00:49:23) - Mario Kart 8(00:51:35) - The First Stall In A Bathroom(00:52:14) - Favorite Super Mario 3D Levels(00:55:33) - Yoshi's Food World(00:58:23) - Targeting Monty Mole in Mario Party(01:00:52) - Donkey Kong Country vs Super Mario World(01:01:53) - Super Mario World: Bowser vs Peach(01:03:49) - Sonic 2 on Nintendo Switch Online(01:09:34) - Sonic 2: The Japanese Design(01:12:07) - Sonic 2(01:13:27) - Sonic 2: Slow and Steady(01:18:47) - Sonic 3 & Knuckles vs. Super Mario World(01:22:12) - Sonic 2 Robotnik vs Eggman(01:26:12) - Metal Sonic 2 Final Level(01:29:30) - Sonic 2: Knuckles the Hedgehog(01:31:13) - Sonic 2 vs Super Mario World(01:34:02) - Super Mario World vs. Sonic 2(01:35:35) - Mario vs Sonic: Who Did It First?(01:37:26) - Mario vs Sonic: Who Had The Ride First?(01:39:44) - Mario vs Sonic The Hedgehog(01:43:36) - Mario vs Sonic 2(01:44:53) - Sonic 2 vs. Super Mario World(01:46:18) - Super Mario World vs. Sonic 2(01:48:17) - Super Mario World vs Sonic 2: A 10/10(01:52:18) - If You Had To Save Super Mario World vs. Sonic 2(01:53:10) - Sonic 2 vs Super Mario World(01:55:38) - Sonic 2: Debug Mode Cheat Code(01:58:43) - What Do You Want For Your New Mario or Sonic Game Genre?(02:00:52) - The Old Switcharoo: Super Mario World & Sonic The Hedgehog 2

    12.2 Super Mario World vs. Sonic the Hedgehog 2 full playthroughs
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There are so many great new video games released each year and gamers are pulled in so many different directions by the abundance of options, but have significantly less time to play than ever before, between work, other entertainment, other activities and life in general. This has led most gamers to build up some degree of a backlog of games and the need to then decide which game to start next. Rather than staring at your library of available games, join Alex and Andrew as they lead conversation around a single video game at a time, following a traditional "book club" format and chatting each week about the most recent chapter or section. Join the conversation on Discord at https://discord.gg/9xdX3znWQn

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