Otaku Brothers

In the 136th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty returns to talk about two of the most anticipated games coming into this year. The Gents also talk about the Pokémon Day stream, which included announcing the 9th Pokémon Gen?! What! Yeah, it’s wild stuff and Rusty and Ryan are both excited. In the back half of the show, it’s all things Horizon Forbidden West and Elden Ring (Spoiler-FREE). Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 19:54 – Usual Life Happenings

19:55 – 36:12 – Pokémon Day Announcements and Reactions

36:13 – 1:29:02 – Horizon Forbidden West Spoiler-free Impressions

1:29:03 – 2:01:01 – Elden Ring Spoiler-free Impressions

2:01:02 – 2:06:34 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 135th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty steps out and his wife Lauren fills his seat behind the mic for a Sibling Special with Ryan! Lauren shares her thoughts about To the Moon and Horizon Zero Dawn, while Ryan speaks highly about the Uncharted 4 Remaster. Later, the siblings chat about 5 of their favorite games played while growing up, and close out the show with some unexpected questions from Rusty. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 9:59 – Usual Life Happenings

10:00 – 32:14 – What She’s Playing – Lauren

32:15 – 51:23 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

51:24 – 1:52:30 – Sibling Top 5 Games Growing Up

1:52:31 – 2:20:29 – 10 Random Sibling Questions

2:20:30 – 2:26:44 – Questions by Rusty

2:26:45 – 2:42:07 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 134th episode of Otaku Brothers, the Gents open the show talking about their holiday breaks, which mostly involved Minecraft, Assassin's Creed Valhalla and screwing up sleep schedules. Rusty also has some interesting news to share that could impact the near-term future of the show, but fear not, Otaku Bros shall continue. Finally, in the back half of the show, Rusty and Ryan share their Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2022, some gaming resolutions, and much more. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 7:51 – Usual Life Happenings

7:52 – 14:08 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

14:09 – 30:52 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

30:53 – 44:51 – Listener Emails

44:52 – 1:02:15 – Our Gaming Resolutions

1:02:16 – 1:55:37 – Our Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of 2022

1:55:38 – 2:01:51 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 133rd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty records a brief solo episode, which acts as a follow-up to the Gents' 2021 Game of the Year Special. He shares some thoughts and reflections of the 2021 year, talks a bit about what folks can expect from the show in 2022, and introduces an Extended Edition version of the Slappin' OST Medley of 2021. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 21:21 – Reflections of 2021

21:22 – 1:01:41 – Slappin’ OST Medley of 2021 (Extended Edition)

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 132nd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show talking about his recent trip to Pittsburgh, while Ryan shares a story about nearly breaking his thumb! Later, the Gents talk about the games they have been playing recently, including Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Minecraft, and a 3D platformer starring a giraffe named George. Finally, Rusty and Ryan share their Top 10 Games of the Year, the Otaku Bros Community GotY Submissions, and close out the show with a 30-minute medley of the best gaming tunes of 2021. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 16:42 – Usual Life Happenings

16:43 – 26:16 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

26:17 – 42:23 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

42:24 – 49:14 – Spider-Man: No Way Home (Spoiler-FREE Thoughts)

49:15 – 2:31:04 – Our Top 10 Games of 2021

2:31:05 – 3:36:02 – Community Game of the Year Submissions

3:36:03 – 4:07:01 – Slappin’ OST Medley of 2021

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 131st episode of Otaku Brothers, the Gents open the show discussing podcast episode plans for the remainder of the year, including a super special Gift Exchange that will be uploaded to YouTube! Later, Ryan talks about his initial impressions of Final Fantasy VII Remake, while Rusty is ALL in on a game he swore he would never play. Finally, Rusty & Ryan return to the Memory of Melody segment, listening to lots of holiday favorites from their youth. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 16:16 – Usual Life Happenings

16:17 – 33:52 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

33:53 – 59:50 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

59:51 – 2:02:57 – Memory of Melodies (Holiday Season Tunes)

2:02:58 – 2:11:27 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 130th episode of Otaku Brothers, the Gents open the show talking about the recent Thanksgiving festivities, and Ryan’s new love of stuffing. Later, Rusty has surprisingly positive impressions of the recently released Smash Bros. clone, Nickelodeon All Star Brawl, while Ryan continues to rant about Skyrim. To close out the show, the Gents return to the Pokémon discussion, with wild retrospective, including fun facts, 90’s advertisements, their Top 5 games, and even a ‘Guess that Pokémon’ trivia game. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 9:19 – Usual Life Happenings

9:20 – 16:18 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

16:19 – 34:50 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

34:51 – 1:16:59 – A History of Pokémon

1:17:00 – 1:42:23 – Our Top 5 Pokémon Games

1:42:24 – 1:56:38 – Building Our Pokémon Dream Teams

1:56:39 – 2:11:08 – Guess that Pokémon!

2:11:09 – 2:16:36 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 129th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show sharing about his recent trip to the Caribbean and how he’s hopeful about playing the game of Survivor. Later, Ryan has lots of thoughts, specifically about Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl’s lack of challenge. To close out the show, the Gents answer some great listener questions, including one about our dream video game concerts. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 13:07 – Usual Life Happenings

13:08 – 24:01 – Rusty’s Plans to Play Survivor

24:02 – 1:07:45 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

1:07:46 – 1:26:25 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

1:26:26 – 1:44:36 – Listener Questions

1:44:37 – 1:57:59 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 128th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show sharing his excitement about an upcoming trip to the Caribbean. Later, the Gents talk at length about several horror-related shows and movies, including Halloween Kills, M. Night Shyamalan’s “Old”, and Midnight Mass. Finally, the Memory of Melodies segment returns, with a heaping ton of spooky and Fall season tunes. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 16:19 – Usual Life Happenings

16:20 – 35:11 – What the Gents are Playing

35:12 – 43:21 – Halloween Kills Discussion (Spoiler-free)

43:22 – 57:36 – M. Night Shyamalan’s “Old” Discussion (Spoiler-FILLED)

57:37 – 1:07:35 – Midnight Mass Discussion (Spoiler-free)

1:07:36 – 2:19:38 – Memory of Melodies (Spooky/Fall Season Tunes)

2:19:39 – 2:26:45 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]

In the 127th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty opens the show gushing about Sora coming to Smash Bros., and Ryan shares an interesting story. Later, Ryan has impressions about the latest Netflix hit, Squid Game, while Rusty shares his initial thoughts about Far Cry 6. Finally, in the back half of the show, the Gents return to the Destiny Island segment. It’s a packed show dedicated to the Nintendo GameCube. Fun facts, early 2000's advertisements, top 5 games, a TON of listener top 5 games, and so much more. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 22:39 – Unusual Life Happenings

22:40 – 33:08 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

33:09 – 53:39 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

53:40 – 1:33:16 – A History of the GameCube + Fun Facts!

1:33:17 – 1:50:06 – Our Earliest Memories with the GameCube

1:50:07 – 2:26:48 – Our Top 5 GameCube Game Picks

2:26:49 – 2:39:35 – Listener Top 5 GameCube Game Picks

2:39:36 – 2:51:03 – Closing Remarks

Otaku Brothers Links:

Discord – https://discord.gg/E4hv4de

Otaku Brothers Twitter – https://twitter.com/Otaku_Bros_Pod

Rusty's Twitter – https://twitter.com/relewis2011

Ryan's Twitter – https://twitter.com/DarthCole72

Submit Podcast Questions Here – [email protected]