Ode to Games Logan Plant

Kevin, Logan, and Zach (he's back!) sit down to record the last episode of Ode to Games. Join the gang for this epic final episode where they go over all of the Sonic Frontiers Rumor Roundups, share their 5 favorite games from the last 5 years, and reminisce on all their favorite Ode to Games memories. Thank you to everyone who has tuned in over the last five years, and stay tuned to see whatever Kevin and Logan decide to make next!

Kevin and Logan react to all the amazing news from this week's Nintendo Direct, including Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Ghost Trick's surprise return, and Birdo's huge comeback! Plus, Power Pros' bizarre return to the West. Then, in the Ode To segment, the guys discuss the current state of the Pokemon franchise following Legends Arceus and Scarlet and Violet. And, Kevin's final thoughts on Xenoblade Chronicles 3.

Kevin and Logan highlight some of their favorite sleeper indies, including The Touryst, Demon Turf, and more. Plus, reactions to Star Wars Jedi Survivor's delay, recent reports surrounding E3, The Last of Us on HBO getting renewed, and more.

Timestamps:


0:00 Intro 
1:54 The Big 3 are skipping E3 2023
7:11 Star Wars Jedi Survivor delayed to April
12:25 343 isn’t making single player DLC for Infinite
19:40 The PS Plus Collection is going away in May
23:14 The Last of Us TV show is getting a second season
30:56 Redfall is always online
32:46 Switch Eshop vouchers are back
36:32 What we’ve been playing
47:33 Under the radar indie games
1:04:22 Wrap up

Logan and Kevin go through their favorite gaming series… and spotlight the worst game from each of them! Plus, hear impressions for Fire Emblem Engage, Hi-Fi Rush, and the Xbox and Bethesda Developer Direct. And, the guys talk about the future of Halo after a rocky week at 343.

Kevin and Logan revisit their predictions from 2022, and make new guesses for the new year. Plus, Logan shares his impressions of The Last of Us on HBO, some wild Sports Story multiplayer tales, and more.

Kevin and Logan share three games they'd like to play in 2023. Plus, Ubisoft outlines its struggles throughout the last year, along with another Skull and Bones delay.

Timestamps:


0:00 Intro 
0:45 Rough times at Ubisoft
12:00 Xbox will hold a showcase this month
19:08 The Last of Us TV show getting rave reviews
28:10 Neil Druckmann inspired by Elden Ring?
36:13 What we’ve been playing
54:49 Our game goals for 2023
1:03:26 Wrap Up