Kris and Rian are hyped over some recent video game news and rumours. Rian actually finished some video games this week, Kris surprises Rian with a classic book he enjoyed, and the pair discuss how they immerse themselves in stories for escapism.

00:00 Intro

02:07 News

13:03 Read Watch Play

25:37 Stories for escapism

45:33 Writing for escapism

52:38 Our tips for being mental health conscious

Read:

Pride and Prejudice

The Tome of Haren

Foreordained

Watch:

The Old Guard

The Pitt

Hercules

Mid-Century Modern

Yellowjackets

The Wheel of Time

Play:

Seed of Nostalgia (Kickstarter)

Wandering Sword

Chef RPG

Death Stranding Director’s Cut

Clair Obscur Expedition 33

Saints Row

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