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This time around we have what I’d like to call a “true” Backlog episode. Undertale is a game that was reviewed very highly when released. It’s on numerous peoples top ten lists of games to play. It’s certainly one of Patricks favorite games in recent years. It was his suggestion that we play it and… Continue reading Backlog Episode 8 – Undertale Undershmale

  This is a special episode. A friend of mine, Gegham Sargsyan, asked that myself and the crew record an episode of our podcast at his open art studio event (I was the only one available).  It took place last weekend, today, after the World Cup Finals. In this episode we try to bridge parallels… Continue reading Finality Fantasy – Bonus

RPGs have been a large part of our early gaming lives. How have RPGs evolved since the golden age of RPGs? Alex Johnson tries to help answer that question. This episode Shane Rivera, Patrick Allocca, Charlie Vissesmith, and Alex Johnson chat over the subject of RPGs. Subscribe via iTunes here. To subscribe through a podcatcher… Continue reading Backlog Episode 7 – RPGs – Whats new?

CINEMANIC : Episode 1 – Black Panther Cinemanic is a TV/movie podcast (not to be confused with a made-for-TV movie podcast) for your listening pleasure (unless you hate it). Remember the frog that Elliott is unwilling to cut open in “E.T.”? We’ll be dissecting our chosen films or shows with much more success. “Black Panther”… Continue reading CINEMANIC : Episode 1 – Black Panther

Episode 6 is packed with conversation. We have a lively discussion about the recent games we’ve been playing, we go overtime with a discussion over Altered Carbon, and Inuyashiki – Last Hero on the second half of this episode. Marc is fuming over Altered Carbon’s mediocrity while the rest of us run the gamut between… Continue reading Backlog Episode 6 – Real Life Isn’t Written Well – Charlie Vissesmith 2018

  In this episode of The Backlog we discuss the last couple weeks of our gaming lives AND we focus on Doki Doki Literature Club. Games discussed: I am Setsuna Overwatch Dragon Ball FighterZ Among others Feature: Doki Doki Literature Club

This time on The Backlog we talk about our time off what we’ve been playing over the last several weeks. In the second half we discuss a game that has long been on my list of games to return to, The Stanley Parable. It’s been nearly 5 years since I last played it and though I… Continue reading Backlog Episode 4 – The Press X Parable… & Stanley ?

We dig into some of our earliest experiences with games. Turns out “memory lane” is long and wide. In the second half we  discover what is stranger in Stranger Things than what has become the norm. Hosted by : Alex Johnson , Patrick Allocca,  Shane Rivera, and Stephanie White Thanks for listening!

We discussed a bunch this episode and went a bit off the rails. We hope it makes for a fun listen, if  not informative. Here’s a list of the main games we discussed. South Park: The Stick of Truth The Bridge Super Hot Feature Cuphead  

For our first official episode of The Backlog Charlie, Marc, and Shane discuss and recommend some recent games they’ve been playing. Also, Destiny, Destiny, Yap, Yap, Yap! Happy Gaming!  

Episode 16 – The descent to the center of Gaia long and arduous. The end, an end for some and beginning… for…? Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up into logical episodes to best discuss story, characters, and gameplay as the game progresses.… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 16 – Descent (First Draft)

Episode 15 – How to make Diamond Weapon disappear? Barrett and Cait Sith have it out. What do you mean “Son”? Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up into logical episodes to best discuss story, characters, and gameplay as the game progresses. Hosted by… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 15 – You ARE The Father! (First Draft)

Episode 14 – Cloud is back and he’s really shaping up to be a great team leader. Tifa it’s always been about you. Cid get’s a second chance. Bugenhagen comes through. We remembered something we never forgot… Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 14 – The Real Cloud (First Draft)

The Backlog is us taking a moment to discuss the many games we are playing and would like to be.   This is a bit of an impromptu recording. We weren’t sure if we were going to post this or not. That said, we DO think this will become a regular thing. I’m (Shane) thinking… Continue reading THE BACKLOG Bonus

Episode 13 –  After she avoided near certain death, Tifa takes the helm on a mission to find Cloud. Found him and he doesn’t look so good. Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up into logical episodes to best discuss story, characters,… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 13 – Redemption Song; Where I End and You Begin (First Draft)

Episode 12 – We’re back! Finally…Alex, Charlie, Shane and Marc take this one on. Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up into logical episodes to best discuss story, characters, and gameplay as the game progresses. Hosted by : Alex Johnson, Charlie Vissesmith, Marc Maraya,… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 12 – It’s been awhile…Aeris is dead…Yeah, that happened (First Draft)

Episode 11 took on a general somber tone as we discuss what is one of the most memorable game deaths of all time. For those who have stuck with the podcast so far thanks for listening. Happy Holidays. Happy New Year. We’ll be back soon. Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 11 – A Tragic End And A New Beginning (First Draft)

Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up into logical episodes to best discuss story, characters, and gameplay as the game progresses. Hosted by : Alex Johnson, Charlie Vissesmith, Marc Maraya, Patrick Allocca, and Shane Rivera Subscribe via iTunes here. To subscribe through a podcatcher… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 10 – Go Up The Stairs. Hang A Left. Take another left. Climb Some Vines. Go Back Down the Vines. Watch Out for The Cylindrical Pac-Men. (First Draft)

The Guy Wearing The Thong Has The Keystone… Dio?!  Press X 2 Examine – Season 1 is an in-depth look into Final Fantasy VII. We’ve broken the game up into logical episodes to best discuss story, characters, and gameplay as the game progresses. Hosted by : Alex Johnson, Charlie Vissesmith, Marc Maraya, Patrick Allocca, and Shane Rivera… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 9 – Back To The Golden Saucer (First Draft)

Over the river and through Mt Nible, Nibble, Neeble?   Does Anyone Know The Name of Anything On This Podcast? Charlie and Shane try to parse out the details. Why is Cid so Mad? Everyone should drink “God Damn Tea.” Yuffie should have finished her rope training, just sayin’. Press X 2 Examine – Season 1… Continue reading Season 1 – Episode 8 – Over the river and through Mt Nible, Nibble, Neeble? (First Draft)