Otaku Brothers

In the 126th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan welcome special guest Devil May Pie! They pick his brain about what it was like growing up in Thailand, video game piracy, his love of JRPGs, and so much more. Later, all three share their thoughts about the latest PlayStation 5 game, Kena: Bridge of Spirits! Check the show notes to avoid spoilers if you haven’t played it yet. Finally, the Gents end the show with a discussion dedicated to PlayStation trophies, including a fun trivia segment hosted by DMP. Please enjoy!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 25:17 – Welcoming Special Guest - DevilMayPie

25:18 – 43:59 – Kena: Bridge of Spirits (Spoiler-free)

44:00 – 54:20 – Kena: Bridge of Spirits (SPOILERS)

54:21 – 1:01:56 – What He’s Playing – DevilMayPie

1:01:57 – 2:03:49 – PlayStation Trophy Discussion

2:03:50 – 2:14:03 – PlayStation Trophy Trivia!

2:14:04 – 2:21:08 – 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 125th episode of Otaku Brothers, Ryan kicks off the show telling all kinds of weird stories, specifically about riots over Runescape and towing vehicles without permission. It’s just THAT kind of episode. Then, the Gents discuss the highlights from the recent PlayStation Conference! To end the show, Rusty shares his impressions and concluding thoughts on 2018’s God of War, both spoiler-free and spoiler-filled. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 17:11 – Usual Life Happenings

17:12 – 57:23 – PlayStation Conference Highlights/Impressions

57:24 – 1:14:54 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

1:14:55 – 1:31:13 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

1:31:14 – 1:53:18 – God of War Discussion (Spoiler-free)

1:53:19 – 2:26:39 – God of War Discussion (SPOILERS!)

2:26:40 – 2:34:24 – 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 124th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan share how the last two weeks have gone, which mostly centers around eating nasty hot dogs and watching movies! Then, Ryan shares fresh impressions of Monster Hunter Stories 2. Pokémon meets Monster Hunter? Sounds like the perfect pair for Ryan and a potential disaster for the listeners going forward. Rusty continues with Final Fantasy VII Remake, but also speaks highly of Mail Mole and Hoa, two games you want to keep on your radar. Finally, the Gents end the show with more of Chuck Klosterman’s Supertheticals. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 9:34 – Usual Life Happenings

9:35 – 20:49 – What He’s Watching – Ryan

20:50 – 31:11 – What He’s Watching – Rusty

31:12 – 41:12 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

41:13 – 1:07:29 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

1:07:30 – 1:30:57 – Chuck Klosterman’s Supertheticals

1:30:58 – 1:41:54 – 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 123rd episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty kicks off the show with excitement about playing lots of co-op games with his wife! Then, the Gents share all the wild and interesting stories coming away from their trip to Colorado…including ghosts wandering around an old mining town? You don’t want to miss it! Finally, Ryan shares a much-anticipated update on his Animal Crossing island, while Rusty plays more jank 3D platformers. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 18:36 – Usual Life Happenings

18:37 – 1:21:09 – Adventures in Colorado

1:21:10 – 1:27:46 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

1:27:47 – 1:47:39 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

1:47:40 – 1:54:59 – 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 122nd episode of Otaku Brothers, Ryan kicks off the show with some nonsensical story about…nothing? We’re still not sure, but then Rusty reels it back in and shares his recent experience seeing the Foo Fighters in concert. The Gents talk quite a bit about Pokémon Detective Pikachu, Ori and the Blind Forest, Final Fantasy VII Remake, and some movie called Abandoned. Finally, they tackle 5 more of Chuck Klosterman’s Supertheticals. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 17:27 – Usual Life Happenings

17:28 – 18:58 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

18:59 – 31:07 – The Gents’ Plans to Get into MMO’s

31:08 – 49:57 – What He’s Watching – Rusty

49:58 – 1:01:14 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

1:01:15 – 1:29:55 – 5 Superthetical Questions

1:29:56 – 1:37:49 – 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 121st episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan are back to share lots of random life updates, including a traumatic experience involving Scooby and earrings. Later, the Gents share the plethora of games they have been playing and movies they have been watching. From Ryan’s return to Animal Crossing to Rusty’s recent co-op experience playing Operation Tango, there is no shortage of great games discussed. They also talk a LOT about the Last Dance documentary. Finally, they do a mid-year check-in about the games they have beaten so far, games they plan to play/buy before the end of the year, and potential GOTY contender. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 31:59 – Usual Life Happenings

32:00 – 49:21 – What He’s Watching – Ryan

49:22 – 1:16:55 – What He’s Watching – Rusty

1:16:56 – 1:43:11 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

1:43:12 – 2:06:01 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

2:06:02 – 2:30:31 – Gaming Mid-year Check-in

2:30:32 – 2:37:54 – 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 120th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty welcomes special guest, and his wife, Lauren back to the show! The two spend quite a bit of time chatting about recent life updates, home ownership projects, and Lauren’s plans to write a children’s book. Later, Lauren shares a TON of games that she’s been beating and playing over the past few months, while Rusty continues to praise Final Fantasy VII Remake. Finally, in the back half of the show, the Memory of Melodies segment returns. This time, Rusty and Lauren share nostalgic tunes from handheld games, and all sorts of fun stories they have tied to them. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 27:37 – Welcoming Lauren (a.k.a Gizmo) Back to the Show

27:38 – 38:59 – What She’s Playing – Lauren

39:00 – 1:03:13 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

1:03:14 – 1:56:01 – Memory of Melodies (Handheld Nostalgic Goodness)

1:56:02 – 2:03:42 – 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 119th episode of Otaku Brothers, Rusty and Ryan kick off the show sharing their mutual excitement for a bro-trip to Colorado. Rusty also cannot stop talking about some band named Radkey. Then, Ryan has more impressions of Persona 5, while Rusty has concluding thoughts to Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart. Finally, in the back half of the show, the Gents go down the list of E3 conferences, assign letter grades to each show, share their favorite games, and so much more. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 22:03 – Usual Life Happenings

22:04 – 31:18 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

31:19 – 47:36 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

47:37 – 1:58:16 – E3 Highlights, Favorite Games, and CHAOS

1:58:17 – 2:06:10 – 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 118th episode of Otaku Brothers, Ryan kick off the show discussing his new lifestyle changes, how he’s feeling great about life in general, and his excitement to travel to Colorado. Rusty shares his hot off the press’s impressions of the hotly anticipated Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and spoiler alert, he thinks it’s absolutely terrific. In the back half of the show, Ryan goes lore CRAZY, as he spends nearly an hour breaking down a 3-minute Elden Ring trailer. But is anyone really surprised by this? You don't want to miss it! Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 11:18 – Usual Life Happenings

11:19 – 15:03 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

15:04 – 46:11 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

46:12 – 1:06:02 – Summer Game’s Fest Highlights

1:06:03 – 1:55:58 – Ryan’s Breakdown of the Elden Ring Trailer

1:55:59 – 2:05:00 – 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 117th episode of Otaku Brothers, Ryan kick off the show discussing his thoughts about the JRPG hit Persona 5! He has positive things to say but is not quite sure what is going on or why. Rusty shares fresh impressions about the cult classic Shenmue and plays lots of sports games. The Gents go ALL in on E3 predictions this episode, most of which will probably never come true. Finally, in the back half of the show, Rusty and Ryan debut a brand-new segment, ‘Destiny Island Challenge’, centered around the Sega Genesis. Rusty shares fun trivia, Ryan gives a brief history lesson, and they both select the 5 Genesis games they would take to a deserted island and play forever. Enjoy the episode!

Time Stamps:

0:00 – 15:49 – Usual Life Happenings

15:50 – 24:07 – What He’s Playing – Ryan

24:08 – 31:32 – What He’s Playing – Rusty

31:33 – 1:24:40 – E3 Predictions

1:24:41 – 1:50:06 – A Sega Genesis History Lesson + Fun Facts

1:50:07 – 2:22:26 – Top 5 Sega Genesis Game Picks

2:22:27 – 2:26:46 – 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]