On The Rocks

Is this the best Borderlands game? Is this franchise in desperate need for a refresh? Do the additions to the gameplay make for a meaningful experience? We answer these questions and more in this installment of Quick Shot.Theme Music - "I Love Holy Daze" by Geir TjeltaCheck us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have topics or questions you'd like to hear us cover in a future episode!

This week we're reviewing one of the more exciting handheld systems to come out this year: the Retroid Pocket 2 and 2+! Are these devices worth picking up or are we being blinded by nostalgia? We're also talking about our highlights and lowlights in gaming for the first half of 2022 while pairing a potent cocktail.The Minish Cap (Cup)- 1 oz. Absinthe (1/4 oz.)- 1 tsp. Simple Syrup (1/4 tsp.)- 4 oz. Champagne or Prosecco (1 1/4 oz.)The Weekly Question (48:20)What are some of our gaming highlights and lowlights from the first half of 2022?On The Rocks does not support underage drinking!____________________________Check us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have ideas for future drink/pop-culture pairings!

Is The Quarry the best title by Supermassive Games? Were we able to successfully keep everyone alive? Does this game have enough gameplay in it? We answer these questions and more in this installment of Quick Shot.Theme Music - "I Love Holy Daze" by Geir TjeltaCheck us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have topics or questions you'd like to hear us cover in a future episode!

This week we're reviewing one of our most anticipated video games of the entire year: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge! Does this game revolutionize the beat-em-up genre, or is it just a bummer, dude? We're also discussing franchises we'd like to see get the beat-em-up treatment while pairing a tropical twist on a classic cocktail.April O’Neil- 1 oz Amaretto- 1 oz White Tequila- 1 oz Margarita Mix - 1/2 BananaThe Weekly Question (59:23) What franchises (video game or non) would we like to see as a side scrolling beat-em-up?On The Rocks does not support underage drinking!____________________________Check us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have ideas for future drink/pop-culture pairings!

This week we're reviewing one of our most anticipated movies of 2022: Jurassic World: Dominion! Is this movie pure garbage or are there fossils of greatness to be unearthed here? We're also talking about our favorite examples of the trope Plot Armor while pairing a spicy cocktail.Pyroraptor- 1.5 oz. Bourbon- 6 slices Strawberries- 2-3 slices Jalapeño- .5 oz. Lime Juice- 3 oz. Ginger BeerThe Weekly Trope (52:15) Plot Armor - Characters with this are essential to the plot, which means it is assumed they will progress through the story until at least the final confrontation. On The Rocks does not support underage drinking!____________________________Check us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have ideas for future drink/pop-culture pairings!

Was this a PlayStation showcase worth checking out? Which one of these titles are we most excited about? Is PSVR2 going to be a true game changer? We answer these questions and more in this installment of Quick Shot.Theme Music - "I Love Holy Daze" by Geir TjeltaCheck us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have topics or questions you'd like to hear us cover in a future episode!

What exactly is Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers? Is it as entertaining as the original TV show? Is this a movie for kids? We answer these questions and more in this installment of Quick Shot.Theme Music - "I Love Holy Daze" by Geir TjeltaCheck us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have topics or questions you'd like to hear us cover in a future episode!

Which games on the Switch are our favorite? Does Nintendo make the best games on the system? How many titles did we shockingly leave off our master list? We answer these questions and more in this installment of Quick Shot.Theme Music - "I Love Holy Daze" by Geir TjeltaCheck us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have topics or questions you'd like to hear us cover in a future episode!

This week we're reviewing one of the more stylish indie titles of the year: Trek to Yomi! Does this action title bring enough gameplay to keep up with the beautiful aesthetics? We're also discussing our favorite black and white titles while pairing a sweet and fruity beverage.Raspberry Sake Tea- 1/2 Gallon Water- 5 Raspberry Flavored Tea Bags- 1/2 Cup Sugar- 750ml SakeThe Weekly Trope (36:48) Deliberately Monochrome - Works that are purposely desaturated to help the general mood and theme of the medium.On The Rocks does not support underage drinking!____________________________Check us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have ideas for future drink/pop-culture pairings!

Is Sally Face too disturbing for most gamers? How do we feel about episodic games? Is this strange title worth playing on consoles? We answer these questions and more in this installment of Quick Shot.Theme Music - "I Love Holy Daze" by Geir TjeltaCheck us out on iTunes and Patreon!Email us at [email protected] if you have topics or questions you'd like to hear us cover in a future episode!