On this edition of The Firmware Update, it's finally time for our long-overdue 2017 Game of the Year tournament. Scheduling has been hectic, so we're splitting it into two episodes, the first of which covers all eight first-round matchups. In an incredibly loaded year for video games, what shakes out as the cream of the crop? Join Joe, Malcolm, and returning guest Tyler Lee to find out!

Talking Points: The first round of The Firmware Update's 2017 Game of the Year tournament!

Follow along with the final 2017 Game of the Year bracket!

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