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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

This week we cover Bloodborne!

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

This week we cover God of War!

Timestamps:

02:22 - Housekeeping

03:53 - Best standalone Marvel movie

15:10 - The Games We Playin

24:33 - {DEFAULT} Segment: Do games inherently "gatekeep"?

43:41 - THE PICK - God of War 2018

2:06:50 - Favorite kill in GOW 3

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Jared has dreamed of the day he might be able to play Sony console exclusives--and that day is finally here! The second of the bunch, Horizon Zero Dawn, is a testament to the power of single player experiences and the importance of committing to an original vision. Does the game capture the magic Jared experienced when seeing ads for the game? Does Josh think Breath of the Wild is the obviously better same-day release? Is this a game that is better left to the ash heap of history? Listen, then let us know what you think!

Timestamps:

00:39 - Housekeeping

01:47 - Best locations in Europe

06:54 - The Games We Playin

21:54 - {DEFAULT} segment -- Predicted winner of The Game Awards 2022

29:37 - THE PICK: Horizon Zero Dawn

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Revisiting the 2011 release of Skyward Sword is bound to come along with extra baggage like nostalgia and shattered expectations, but for Jared the Casual, this game is brand new. So will he see the flaws in its nature? Get swept up in the Zelda hype? How will playing Breath of the Wild BEFORE Skyward Sword affect his perspective? Does Josh consider Skyward Sword the greatest Zelda game of all time? Listen and see!

Timestamps:

01:14 - Housekeeping

05:55 - The Games We Playin

27:48 - {DEFAULT} segment -- Is Mario an open-world RPG?

37:07 - THE PICK: Legend of Zelda Skyward Sword

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Jared's hope is that Shadow of the Colossus lives up to the awestruck moment he saw Josh playing it in college. Since then, he's wanted a Playstation console to try what appears to be an epic title in the gaming industry. Is that the case? Does the game hold up in 2022? Listen and find out!

Timestamps:

03:05 - Housekeeping

06:50 - The Games We Playin

16:40 - {DEFAULT} segment -- Most anticipated game of 2022

24:42 - THE PICK: Shadow of the Colossus

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Josh and Jared start of the new year with a new look, sound, and title! Join us as we choose our personal picks for each game award, topped off of course with the Official Game of the Year.

Timestamps:

00:30 - Housekeeping

01:53 - Long-overdue COVID talk

07:55 - The Games We Playin

23:26 - {DEFAULT} segment -- 2022 goals and ambitions

30:11 - Game of the Year Awards!

30:50 - Best Moment

37:16 - Most Funner

42:44 - Worst Experience

56:09 - Top Story

1:02:15 - Favorite Character

1:08:25 - Biggest Surprise / Underdog

1:17:12 - Most Disappointing

1:27:17 - Best Multiplayer

1:32:31 - Game of the Year!!

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

We're back and chatting Metroid Dread!

Timestamps:

00:30 - Housekeeping

02:44 - Tha Games We Playin'

10:37 - THE PICK: Metroid Dread

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Josh and Jared get right back into the "git gud" genre with another title from the From Software catalog: 2019's Sekiro. Do Jared and Josh survive what many call From's hardest title? Will it have a chance at the Hall of Games, or are there too many gripes with the game's harsh design choices to keep it from entering? Listen to this week's Bard's Backlog to hear about t!

Timestamps:

01:00 - Housekeeping

06:05 - Tha Games We Playin'

16:13 - {DEFAULT} - Using time to achieve success

32:49 - THE PICK: Sekiro

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Josh and Jared take a break from the "git gud" video games and pick up a comfort title. Despite appreciation for the break, does Outer Worlds stand a chance amongst the greats of the Hall of Games? Also this week, the two debut their FIRST official Reaping of the Hall! What is the best game we've reviewed thus far? Should we replace a game in the great Hall with another eligible competitor? All this and more in a jam-packed episode of Bard's Backlog!

Timestamps:

02:03 - July 4th stories

08:35 - Housekeeping

09:18 - Alice's letter

10:08 - Favorite horror setting?

16:50 - Tha Games We Playin'

24:48 - {DEFAULT} - The Backlog Reaping 2021

56:45 - THE PICK: The Outer Worlds

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This is Bard's Backlog, a weekly video game review & deep dive show. Hosted by Joshua Gallegos, each episode discusses the game of the week and whether it can be entered into the esteemed Hall of Games, though that happens after the panel cracks open the strange {DEFAULT} segment.

Jared hosts again this week, and the boys tackle their SECOND platform nominated for the Hall: Retro's Tropical Freeze! Will a typical 2D platformer have a hard time getting into the great Hall? Does Donkey Kong have enough DRIP to lead his family into the hallowed grounds?? Was Jared ticked at the game's difficulty? Listen to the episode to find out!

Timestamps:

00:45 - Housekeeping

08:48 - Tha Games We Playin'

27:00 - {DEFAULT} - What's your conversation turn-off?

37:25 - THE PICK: Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze