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Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Super Mario Bros: The Morton Jankel Cut (VHS Extended Rough Cut 1.0)With The Last of Us firmly behind Randy and Jens, they finally get back into their comfort zone: terrible movies. Back in 2021, filmmaker Garrett Gilchrist (whom you might know for his similar restoration of The Thief and the Cobbler) released this extended rough cut of Super Mario Bros.: The Movie, utilizing over 20 minutes of additional footage from directors Rocky Morton and Annabel Jankel's work print. The "Morton Jankel Cut" is notable for its darker and grittier take on the Mario universe, incorporating slightly more elements of a cyberpunk dystopia. Randy and Jens give their thoughts and opinions on this interesting...2023-04-0957 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: The Last of Us - Episode 6: KinReal life intervened in every way it possibly could to stop Randy and Jens from podcasting, but they are finally back to offer their opinions on the sixth episode of The Last of Us, entitled "Kin." While the least eventful episode of the show so far, Randy and Jens still find plenty of material to ruminate about.2023-03-1343 min
The KickoffPunch Him In the Belly Button! - Rivalries Renewed, NFL Week 2Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, and Keneddi Eddings, and special guest Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of college and professional football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with razor-sharp wit. With Harry being so distraught about last week's Florida-Alabama game, he needed to take this week and be on assignment so he could clear his head, but don't worry, as Run-In Randy will make a triumphant return to cover Studs and Duds, as well as some other interesting rivalry moments in So, THAT Happened...Erik's bringing back the salt...2021-09-231h 38Chapter SelectChapter 24: Gone HomeAfter years of studying abroad, prodigal daughter Kaitlin returns to her familial abode, The House on Arbor Hill, only to find it mysteriously deserted. She feels a pit form in her stomach and sink to its deepest depths. What tragedy befell the household she so cruelly abandoned? Who hid the bodies? And is she truly alone or is she haunted by the specter of her abusive grand uncle Oscar?“Aha,” Jens exclaimed. “Another clue!”“It’s about music again, isn’t it?”, Randy replied with weary resignation.“Tangentially yes, my dear Randy”, Jens extemporated excitedly. “You see, when Bandcamp abb...2021-06-2545 minChapter SelectChapter 22: Resident Evil VillageThis week on Chapter Select it was Randy’s turn to pick a game and he picked Resident Evil Village. Jens didn’t even get far in Resident Evil 7 but nonetheless (like most of the internet) was drawn in by 8.5 foot tall vampire mommy Lady Alcina Dimitrescu. Will this survival horror novice regret his decision? And how will series veteran Randy interpret Village’s third act narrative turns? Listen to find out.Please go help support the show and the entire W2M Network by taking advantage of our 30 Day Free Trial offer of Amazon Music Unlimited by signin...2021-05-281h 29Chapter SelectChapter 21: Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir (Part 2)Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir is complete. Jens and Randy attempt to discuss the merits of its story. Jens loved it but is drawing a blank at key elements, while Randy just does not care.Please go help support the show and the entire W2M Network by taking advantage of our 30 Day Free Trial offer of Amazon Music Unlimited by signing up via our link: http://getamazonmusic.com/w2mnetwork. We have a special offer available to sign up for Grammarly as well at: http://getgrammarly.com/w2mnetwork2021-05-1446 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: Mortal Kombat (2021)The Internet is divided over the perceived quality of first-time director Simon McQuoid’s new adaptation of the Mortal Kombat IP. Some have declared it a masterpiece, others say it’s as bad as Annihilation. Randy and Jens find both of those positions needlessly hyperbolic, but they also still find plenty to disagree about.The usually 30-day promotional free offer for Amazon Music Unlimited is currently a whooping 90-day offer. Help support the show and the entire W2M Network by signing up via our link: http://getamazonmusic.com/w2mnetwork.2021-05-0737 minChapter SelectChapter 20: Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir (Part 1)“After all… why not?” Jens remarked while perusing his backlog. “Why shouldn’t I make Randy play a VanillaWare game?”Jens was, of course, a long time fan of VanillaWare and Atlus. He had fond memories of playing the original Odin Sphere fourteen years prior. He’d long internalized it as one of the “Great Games.” PVC representations of its cast of characters adorned his shelves, not far from his still unopened collector’s edition of Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir. The time had come to kill two birds with one stone. The time had come for Randy to find out just what kind o...2021-04-301h 06
The KickoffThe Kickoff Newsdesk: You Can Go Home AgainJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, and returning guest host Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, combining a mixture of statistical knowledge with razor-sharp wit.Erik takes us all on a long-awaited return to the newsdesk, as the trio catches up on all the big news stories of the offseason so far. Starting by covering everything from the biggest (and not as biggest) free agent signings and contracts to how players want to receive that money given a longer NFL season and the changes to the league’s sa...2021-04-292h 10Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Mortal Kombat (1995)Long before Paul W.S. Anderson was a Wife Guy, when he was but an ambitious young filmmaker with a single independent hit (Shopping) under his belt, he managed a surprise smash hit that would come to define his career as a blockbuster director. That movie was Mortal Kombat. Derided by critics but embraced by fans at the time, it made $122 million worldwide on an $18 million budget. It is still regarded by many as one of the best video game movies out there. Randy and Jens react.2021-04-2338 minChapter SelectChapter 19: MaquetteRandy and Jens finally get back into just the type of game the Chapter Select show format was made for: a charming little puzzler of scale with a universally recognizable story about love and loss. A spirited discussion ensues on whether this Maquette is fully fleshed out or whether it is still a preliminary model.Please go help support the show and the entire W2M Network by taking advantage of our 30 Day Free Trial offer of Amazon Music Unlimited by signing up via our link: http://getamazonmusic.com/w2mnetwork. We have a special offer available to...2021-04-1656 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: Sonic the Hedgehog (2020)This week, Randy and Jens finally examine a relatively well-regarded video game adaptation. W2MNet's Marc Morrison calls it "one of the top 5 best video game adaptations." Meninists call it "the one that beat Birds of Prey." It made 320 million dollars worldwide. Is this exalted status justified? Jens has a laundry list of reasons why the answer is "no," but Randy's gut says "maybe." Listen for more.2021-04-0953 minChapter SelectChapter 18: The PedestrianIn these dark and troubling times, we stay sane by appreciating the little things in life. For instance, at no point during the 2.5D puzzle platformer The Pedestrian did the main character die of thirst or break their weapon. And isn’t it nice being able to fit a game into a single satisfying evening? Jens and Randy discuss.Please go help support the show and the entire W2M Network by taking advantage of our 30 Day Free Trial offer of Amazon Music Unlimited by signing up via our link: http://getamazonmusic.com/w2mnetwork. We have a sp...2021-04-0144 minChapter SelectChapter 17: Dark Cloud (DNF)Randy and Jens have each put about eight hours into Dark Cloud. Randy is enjoying himself. Jens hates his every second of playing the game with a fiery passion. Will the differences between them become irreconcilable? Could this be the tragic end of Chapter Select? Keep listening to find out.Advertising spots:00:30 - Amazon Music Unlimited - Go to getamazonmusic.com/w2mnetwork for your free 90 days of service.35:30 - Grammarly - Create your free Grammarly account at getgrammarly.com/w2mnetwork.2021-03-1155 minChapter SelectChapter 16: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Part 2)Previously on Chapter Select, Jens challenged Randy to complete Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order on Jedi Master difficulty within a fortnight. That time is now up for our intrepid hero. Will Randy emerge from his ordeal with his head held high and an appetite for more? You’ll have to listen to find out.In the episode’s B plot, Jens harbors the delusion that the show’s newfound sponsors imbue it with legitimacy, causing him to go overboard with the ads.Marketing segments can be found at the following time codes:From 15:32 to 16:30 - This...2021-02-261h 21Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Resident Evil: Retribution (2012)Randy and Jens continue down the dark path of Resident Evil movies with Resident Evil: Retribution. Alice continues to battle Umbrella while the guys continue to battle to understand how any of the movies make any sense. Jens gets upset at the continued retconning going on by Paul W.S. Anderson while Randy loses all sense of hope as a veritable who's who of characters from the games get shoehorned into the terrible movie. With just one more to follow, do they feel like they have the strength to climb out of the hole that Anderson created or was the...2021-02-1937 minChapter SelectChapter 15: Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order (Part 1)In picking Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, Jens hoped that Randy would take his first step into a larger world: the world of Soulslikes. Will Randy internalize the lesson to do or do not, there is no try? Will Jens spend the bulk of the podcast comparing Fallen Order to other games? And what’s the deal with Cere Junda? Listen to perhaps find out.2021-02-1246 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: Resident Evil: Afterlife (2010)Resident Evil: Afterlife marks Paul W.S. Anderson’s glorious return to the director’s chair, stuffing the series’ first 3D installment to the brim with gimmicky nonsense. Randy and Jens discuss.2021-02-0540 minChapter SelectChapter 14: UndertaleRandy and Jens embark on a pacificatory journey through the indie darling Undertale. Along the way, both find a lot to like, but also totally different things to dislike.2021-01-2945 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: Resident Evil: Extinction (2007)Paul W.S. Anderson relinquishes his directing duties once again, but this time to actual real director Russell Mulcahey (Highlander, Highlander II: The Quickening, The Shadow). The result is a weird outlier for the series that features some of its most competently assembled set pieces. Unfortunately, it is still written by Anderson, who contradicts himself and barely moves the overarching plot forward. Randy and Jens discuss.2021-01-2239 minChapter SelectChapter 13: Cyberpunk 2077 (Part 2)Randy is so happy that we are at the end of Cyberpunk 2077, but what did Jens think of the ending to Night City?2021-01-151h 11Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Resident Evil: Apocalypse (2004)The guys follow the T-Virus into Raccoon City. The second video game took big steps forward for the franchise. Did the second movie do the same or did it take a Nemesis-sized dump? Find out what Jens and Randy think when they review Resident Evil: Apocalypse.2021-01-0935 minChapter SelectChapter 12: Cyberpunk 2077 (Part 1)It's the most contentious episode of Chapter Select yet, as Jens turns into a full-blown CDProjektRed apologist in the face of Randy's vexations with Cyberpunk 2077. Most of the episode consists of general gameplay impressions, bug nitpicking, and Sunday Morning Quarterbacking the development decisions. When the guys finally get to the plot, they end up covering Act One and its early aftermath in Act Two.2020-12-2559 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: Resident Evil (2002)This week Jens and Randy go down a Tyrant-sized rabbit hole as they start their journey through the entire Resident Evil movie franchise. Randy believed the first movie was the only "Ok" one in the series, but after revisiting The Hive does he still feel that way?2020-12-1837 minChapter SelectChapter 11: Binary Domain (Part 2)Astounding plot revelations abound in the second half of Binary Domain, raising fascinating questions about transhumanism and what makes a robot a robot. In the course of their discussion, Jens makes an impassioned case to Randy for Binary Domain being counted among similar great works of science fiction such as Blade Runner and Ghost in the Shell. Caveat: in the process Jens ends up SPOILING Blade Runner 2049 so if, like Randy, you haven’t seen it yet, we implore you to do so after finishing Binary Domain, but before listening to this podcast episode.Jens also finished and di...2020-12-111h 12Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Animal Crossing (2006)Randy and Jens check out the anime adaptation of Animal Crossing by Jōji Shimura, the director of Tamagotchi: The Movie (stay tuned for that one at some point in the future of this show). While they agree a valiant effort was made to adapt the game’s story, and to include as much fan-service and as many recognizable characters as possible, a spirited argument arises around the big questions “Who is it for?” and “Does it work as a movie?”2020-12-0431 minChapter SelectChapter 10: Binary Domain (Part 1)Armed with a laundry list of complaints, Randy confronts Jens about his pick for this week’s assignment: the cult-classic sci-fi 3rd person shooter Binary Domain from Toshihiro Nagoshi and the Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio. While empathetic to Randy’s less than ideal experience on PC, Jens nonetheless makes an impassioned case defending a favorite underdog of a game.2020-11-2739 minChapter SelectAt the Movies: Wing Commander (1999)Randy has never played a single Wing Commander game. Jens has been a die-hard fan of the series since the ‘90s. Together, they complain about its 1999 film adaptation by none other than series creator Chris Roberts himself.2020-11-2033 minChapter SelectChapter 9: The Evil Within (Part 3)Despite various setbacks, Randy and Jens finish The Evil Within and try to make sense of its story. Whether or not they succeed in the latter is for you to judge. They also talk about their favorite bosses, how the game lived up to their expectations, and if it whets their appetites for the sequel. They also talk about some other games they’ve been playing, such as Dragon: Marked for Death and Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time.2020-11-1332 minThe KickoffPoint of Viewer Discretion Advised, Covid Causes Chaos and We Are MarshallJoin host Erik Watkins, Harry Broadhurst, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" returns as DJ Uiaglelei impresses for Clemson, Run CMC returns (at least for a week) and Antonio Brown/Dez Bryant start to find their new homes. A series of Covid related stories lead to "I've Got a Question" turning back into the Newsdesk...2020-11-122h 04Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Ace Attorney (2012)After 2007’s Like a Dragon, one may understandably be skeptical about Takashi Miike adapting yet another story-heavy classic game. However, in the case of Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Miike decides to stick lovingly to the source material, much to Randy and Jens’s surprise and delight. Listen to them expound on the finer points of what will be a difficult yardstick to beat for future contenders to the video game movie throne.2020-11-0643 minThe KickoffThe Midseason Awards and Updated PredictionsJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Randy Isbelle and Jason Teasley as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. The prediction segments remain intact as well. "I'm a Survivor" sees the last man standing fall and a new leader announced. "Are You Serious?" then sees the schneid finally broken by Erik as the ATS standings bunch up. The dominant focus of the show...2020-11-051h 48Chapter SelectChapter 8: The Evil Within (Part 2)Despite their promises to the contrary, Randy and Jens only manage to play chapters 7-10 for this episode. The longer The Evil Within goes on, the more Randy appreciates its level and boss design. Meanwhile, Jens gets increasingly frustrated with every setback.2020-10-3048 minThe KickoffYou Can Go Wide Again, Just Rona Baby and Rice Pulls Off a Double ParkeyJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Randy Isbelle, and Jason Teasley (under the weather) as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" covers Antonio Brown and Dez Bryant returning to the NFL, Rice missing a game winning kick in spectacular fashion and Las Vegas is looking at a hefty fine after their O-Line almost caused a postponement. Finally, we once again "Pour...2020-10-291h 47Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Assassin's Creed (2016)When it was first announced, Justin Kurzel’s ambitious $130 million adaptation of Assassin’s Creed seemed like it might break the mold for video game movies. Kurzel’s previous film MacBeth earned him considerable prestige, and practically the entire creative team and half that film’s cast came along to Assassin’s Creed as well. Why then is Assassin’s Creed one of the most disappointing video game movies we’ve ever seen? Randy and Jens discuss.2020-10-2338 minThe KickoffThe NFC Least, Tua's Time, Life in the Fun Belt and a New England New FeelingJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Randy Isbelle and Jason Teasley (on assignment with the Hoot Owls) as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" covers Coastal Carolina continuing a Sun Belt streak, the NFC East continuing to dumpster fire it up, Tua Tagovailoa's time coming in Miami and the Patriots experiencing something for the first time since 2002. "I've Got A Question"...2020-10-221h 36Chapter SelectChapter 7: The Evil Within (Part 1)After having successfully leveraged the Halloween season to subject Jens to The Evil Within, Randy begins to have doubts about the game he chose, lamenting its sub-par technical performance and frustrating encounter design. Meanwhile, Jens tries to make sense of its so far challenging story. It’s not all bad though, as Jens and Randy have also played 13 Sentinels, Crash Bandicoot 4, and Star Wars: Squadrons on the side.2020-10-1655 minThe KickoffFor Whom the Bell Tolls, Dak Didn't Deserve That and Alex Smith Completes the ComebackJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Randy Isbelle and Jason Teasley (on assignment with the Hoot Owls) as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" gives way to the "The Newsdesk" as the team discusses some major news stories in addition to their own personal selections. LeVeon is out in New York, Dak's Sunday ends his season, the refs genuinely cost Arkansas...2020-10-151h 58Chapter SelectAt the Movies: Like a Dragon (2007)In this premier installment of Chapter Select At the Movies, Randy and Jens discuss Takashi Miike’s 2007 adaptation of Ryū ga Gotoku: Gekijô-ban (aka "Like a Dragon" or "Yakuza" in the West). Jens wonders who this helter-skelter version of a once great story could possibly be for, while Randy enjoys himself despite the confusion.2020-10-0857 minThe KickoffXFL is Alive, Titans Try to Throw Everyone Off, and Mr. Haskins Leaves WashingtonJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Randy Isbelle, and Jason Teasley (on assignment) as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor-sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" brings your news stories to the table as the guys discuss Tyreek Hill rubbing off on other players in the wrong way, the XFL gets a lifeline, Dwayne Haskins agent wasn't happy (and is probably less so now) and just how many...2020-10-081h 29Chapter SelectChapter 6: Judgment (Part 3)Randy and Jens return from their vacation in Kamurocho with stories to tell. Stories about creeps. Many, many creeps just waiting to be tailed. Will Jens and Randy be defeated by excessive tailing, or will they break through Judgment’s crust of tedium to taste the creamy narrative core inside?Carrion, 13 Sentinels, and Among Us are also discussed.2020-10-021h 27The KickoffPlayoffs?, Dan Quinn: Fired Coach and Joe Montana Intercepts a KidnappingJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.The show opens with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" brings your news stories to the table as the guys discuss a first real COVID scare in the NFL, Joe says no to his granddaughter having to go, Mitch Trubisky finds the bench and they are women, hear them roar (or coach). "I've...2020-10-011h 52The KickoffMonday Night Football on ABC and The Tyrod Taylor InjuryJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley, and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor-sharp wit.A brief dedication of the show (RIP Gale Sayers) leads us to open with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" brings your news stories to the table as the guys discuss the injury bug hitting hard still, Monday Night Football being back on broadcast TV for the first time in fifteen years, Nebraska playing...2020-09-251h 39The KickoffThe Injured List, Hit the Showers, The Big Ten Returns and a Saquon ShutdownTonight on The Kickoff: join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge with a razor sharp wit.It's a new season but the same old show format you've come to know and love from The Kickoff. We open with "Studs and Duds", highlighting the best and worst performances from the week. "So That Happened" brings your news stories to the table as the guys discuss ejections in two games, a slew of major injuries, the...2020-09-171h 29Chapter SelectChapter 5: Judgment (Part 2)Jens and Randy continue down the murder mystery rabbit hole that is Kamurocho. In part two of their play-through of Judgment, the guys discuss Chapters 5-8 and try and predict where they think the story will unfold. They also take some time to talk about some of the wild and wacky side missions that are littered around the world.2020-09-111h 09The KickoffYear End Prediction SpectacularJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of statistical knowledge and a razor shape wit.Tonight, we look to the future. The guys focus on their predictions for the winners of the three major CFB conferences playing this fall. They then go to year-end NFL award predictions. The show ends with the official playoff predictions from all four hosts as well as Sean Garmer chiming in.That said, this episode has a few of the...2020-09-101h 48The KickoffAFC Conference Preview 2020Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley, Randy Isbelle with special guest co-host Sean Garmer as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge and a razor-sharp wit.The focus is the 2020 AFC preview. Each of the four guys have four specific teams to focus on (which can be found on www.twitter.com/w2mchairman). The primary focal points are the Jets for Randy, the Bills for Harry and the Jaguars for Erik. The guys also give their "Order of Finish" predictions for the...2020-09-031h 55Chapter SelectChapter 4: Judgment (Part 1)With their play-through of Judgment, Jens introduces Randy to the rich and wondrous world of Yakuza. Despite the grafting on of detective gameplay, Judgment ends up a typical example of the series’ gameplay conventions and narrative tropes. Who will end up appreciating it more, the jaded series veteran or the wide-eyed ingénue?2020-08-281h 26The KickoffNFC Conference Preview 2020Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley, Randy Isbelle with special guest co-host Sean Garmer as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge and a razor-sharp wit.The main focus is the ANFC, of course. Seriously, it's the 2020 NFC preview. Each of the four guys have four specific teams to focus on (which can be found on www.twitter.com/w2mchairman). A lot of major movement this offseason bring new faces to new places in the senior conference. The guys also give their "...2020-08-211h 55The KickoffGreatest of All Teams - AFC SouthJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge and a razor-sharp wit.The boys finish their Greatest of All Teams conversation as they move to the AFC South. The Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts (by way of Baltimore), the Tennessee Titans (formerly the Houston Oilers) and closing with Erik's beloved Jacksonville Jaguars. A potential greatest of all divisions is still planned but will occur down the line.In addition, we head over to...2020-08-172h 06The KickoffLet's Talk About It, Part 2Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge and a razor-sharp wit.This is once again not your traditional episode of The Kickoff. A series of updated conversations in regards to Covid, Social Injustices, Athlete's Rights and the proliferation of the social media influence upon our everyday life's are all debated in great detail. This isn't so much a Sports episode as it is a Human Being episode.News topics covered: a...2020-08-141h 32Chapter SelectChapter 3: Ghost of Tsushima (Part 2)Randy and Jens close out their coverage of Ghost of Tsushima with a discussion of Acts 2 and 3. Do late additions to the game’s mechanics help maintain interest? How satisfied are Randy and Jens with the way Ghost of Tsushima’s various ongoing questlines end, and how did they each choose to conclude Jinn’s story? Listen to find out.2020-08-141h 09The KickoffGreatest of All Teams - NFC SouthJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge and a razor-sharp wit.The guys continue on the road for Greatest of All Teams as they reach the NFC South. The focus goes to the Atlanta Falcons, Carolina Panthers, New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. One team has dually unanimous selections. Everything else leads to a big debate, including a poll getting posted for two players drafted by the same team in the same...2020-08-101h 57The KickoffOpting Out is the New In Thing, Giants (Hit and) Run Away from Rosas, Jamal Adams is Jettisoned and What's in a Schedule?Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge with a razor-sharp wit.A News and Notes episode of the show and probably for the best as it goes off the rails quickly. Topics covered included the Power 5 Schedule releases (and where that leaves the Big 12), outbreaks already affecting the Big 10, Gano and Rosas finding themselves on the unemployment line, Lou Williams chicken and strip (not football but we couldn't not discuss this), Jamal Adams...2020-07-311h 29Chapter SelectChapter 2: Ghost of Tsushima (Part 1)In this chapter Randy and Jens check out Ghost of Tsushima. The new open world game by Sucker Punch is just too big for one part, so the guys focus on Act 1. They discuss everything from the story to the gameplay. What found the target, and what was a swing and a miss?2020-07-301h 26The KickoffGreatest of All Teams - AFC West: The Kickoff Season 4, Episode 11Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge and razor sharp wit.The guys continue on the road for Greatest of All Teams as they reach the AFC West. The focus goes to the Denver Broncos, the Kansas City Chiefs (by way of Dallas), the Oakland/LA/Oakland/Las Vegas Raiders and the Los Angeles Chargers (formerly of San Diego). Several unanimous selections but a few that spur debate as well from this group.2020-07-271h 16The Kickoff"Greatest of All Teams - NFC West, Corona Taking Over and a New Low (?) for Washington": The Kickoff Season 4, Episode 10Join host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins Jason Teasley and Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football, mixing a blend of actual statistical knowledge with razor sharp wit.The guys return to the Greatest of All Teams as they move to the NFC West, leading to one co host in "particular feeling slighted. In addition, the coronavirus concerns still affect the college and NFL scheduling and the Washington franchise may have sunk to (yet another) new low in the Snyder era.Tonight's episode of The Kickoff is dedicated...2020-07-222h 03Chapter SelectChapter 1: The Last of Us Part 2In this inaugural episode of Chapter Select, Jens Dietrich and Randy Isbelle discuss The Last of Us Part 2 from beginning to end. While also covering their favorite gameplay sections and notable enhancements from the original. Although be warned, the primary focus is The Last of Us Part 2’s ambitious emotional roller-coaster of a narrative and how Jens and Randy feel about its many twists and turns.2020-07-172h 06The KickoffThe Show Goes On - News and Notes CatchupJoin host Harry Broadhurst, Erik Watkins, Jason Teasley and new panelist Randy Isbelle as they present their unique looks at the worlds of professional and college football.A lot has changed since the last time we came to you all exactly one month ago. We open the show with the discussion of what happened and welcome Randy to the team as well.A lot also happens in a month, especially with the sports scene changing on seemingly a daily basis due to Covid-19. Therefore, the guys return with a "News and Notes" episode to kind of...2020-07-131h 26
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #23: Suikoden 2, Sonic Chaos, Tomba!On this Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle discuss epic battles, a bit of Chaos, and a dude named Tomba. Wes covers one of the greatest Role-Playing Games of the PlayStation 1 era. Konami's Suikoden II. Is the game still as epic today, as it was back then? Wes also has something on the platformer that has a cult following today in Whoopee Camp's Tomba!While Randy covers one of the few games to play on the SEGA Game Gear, Sonic Chaos. Yes, he actually played it on a Game Gear. So, learn...2018-02-121h 26
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #22: Suikoden 1, Twisted Metal, Middle-Earth: Shadow of MordorOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle discuss a newer title and two older Playstation games. Randy talks Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor. Does it deserve the Game of the Year hype it received? What about the Nemesis system? Is it something other games will use in the future? And does it stick to the Lord of the Rings lore. He also discusses the David Jaffe Sony title that started a franchise in the original Twisted Metal. Does the game still hold up today? Finally, Wes talks about playing the...2018-01-301h 18
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #21: Luigi's Mansion, Donkey Kong Country, LimboOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle get a hankering for some Nintendo games. Plus, give love to one of the indie classics too. Both guys discuss playing quite literally the Super Nintendo classic Platformer from Rare, Donkey Kong Country. Is the game a bit unfair in some places? Who's better? Donkey Kong or Diddy Kong? And what about those Kart levels? Randy discusses the Gamecube hit Luigi's Mansion. Does the game actually get spooky? How is Luigi as a lead character? Is Gobbling up ghosts any fun? Finally...2018-01-221h 14
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #20: Alien Isolation, Resident Evil 1, Back to the FutureOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle travel back to some scary times with a little bit of the past and present included too. Both guys discuss playing one of the final Telltale Games that was actually an adventure title, before Walking Dead changed their style, in Back to the Future: The Game. Randy talks about the frightening and tense atmosphere of the surprisingly good Alien Isolation. Does it do the films justice? Wes talks playing the remaster of one of the greatest Survival Horror games ever, in Resident...2018-01-151h 28
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #19: Fallout: New Vegas, Shadow of the Colossus, Long Live The QueenOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle go exploring for some long stretches. Randy and Wes tackle the beloved Playstation 2 classic Shadow of the Colossus. Both guys have an interesting history with Team Ico games. So, there thoughts on a game which is soon getting a Playstation 4 remaster, shall be interesting. Does the much hyped game live up to it for the Backlog Busters? Randy also plays Long Live the Queen a visual novel type RPG from Hanako Games. Not usually a go-to genre for Randy, so his take on this...2018-01-091h 37
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #18: Fallout 3, Freedom Planet, Valiant Hearts: The Great WarOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle discuss three different kinds of games. Both guys discuss the indie title Valiant Hearts: The Great War. How is the story? Does it give them a bigger interest in World War I, and is the gameplay enough to make the game worth it? There's also some talk on Fallout 3. The huge game from Bethesda that changed the way the franchise is perceived. How did they implement this? Is there perhaps too much freedom in the game? Does it hold up today? Finally...2018-01-041h 16
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #17: South Park: Stick of Truth, Fallout 2, Remember MeOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle have moved on from discussing Metal Gear. Now, they turn their attention to some more distinct fare. Randy and Wes both have a discussion on the ups and downs of the Dontnod developed 2013 action adventure game Remember Me. Randy focuses his attention on the 2014 multiplatform RPG that brought new meaning to licensed games, in South Park: The Stick of Truth. Does the game really feel like an episode of the series? How's the story and combat? Does he end up enjoying the game? 2017-12-311h 26
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #16: Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Rising Revegeance, Ground ZeroesOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle finish out their journey through the Metal Gear games. Covering the 2010 Playstation Portable Game, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker. Is it truly one of the better games in the whole series? How does Metal Gear play on PSP? They also get themselves ready for the next iteration with Metal Gear Solid V: Ground Zeroes. A short prelude to Phantom Pain meant to give players a taste of what's to come. Finally, they also discuss the 2013 multiplatform hack and slash spinoff by Platinum...2017-12-261h 25
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #15: Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the PatriotsOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle once again keep their focus on only one game, because it is quite the doozy. Their adventure through the Metal Gear series hits the climax with the 2008 Playstation 3 title, Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots. Did they enjoy watching the movie's worth of storyline unfold? Is an older Solid Snake the best version of Snake? What about the other characters? And doesn't it still hold up as well as they remember it? Just some of the answers the two Metal Gear heads provide on this...2017-12-201h 36
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #14: Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake EaterOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle continue going through more of Konami's big series. They once again keep the focus on one game this time. On this one, it's Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater. The 2004 Playstation 2 game. Do the two Metal Gear heads like how the story shapes up? What makes it stand out in the series? And do the things added improve the gameplay? These are just some of the things that they discuss about another classic game.2017-12-181h 27
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #13: Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of LibertyOn this episode of Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle do something very rare for them. They discuss only one game for the whole show. They continue their Metal Gear series focus, by covering the Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty. The Playstation 2 sequel to the first game, which released in 2001. How do they feel the story continues from MGS1? Does the gameplay improve on the first one? And where does it stand in the series for them. Listen to two Metal Gear series lovers discuss one of their favorite games.2017-12-1351 min
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #12: Metal Gear, Metal Gear Solid 1On this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle begin Metal Gear Month, which for at the time it was in celebration of the then imminent release of Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. The guys start from the top with the original Metal Gear on the Nintendo Entertainment System. What made this arcade shooter stand out back then? Does it still hold up now? Do they really count it as part of the series? Then, it's only one of the most legendary games of all-time. A masterpiece from Hideo Kojima...2017-12-051h 45
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #11: Batman: Arkham Origins, Final Fantasy V, GuacameleeOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle look back at the passing of Satoru Iwata and what he meant to Nintendo and gaming in general. They also discuss why Batman: Arkham Origins sticks out like a sore thumb of the recent Batman series of games. While assessing how good it is. Randy talks about Guacamelee, what makes Drinkbox's indie darling such a great game? How cool is it playing as a Luchador? And more. Wes talks about Final Fantasy V, it's job system, where it lands in Final...2017-12-011h 42
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #10: Deus Ex: Human Revolution, Epic Mickey, God of War 1On this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle go through some highs and lows on this one for sure. First, they both played the Square-Enix joint, Deus Ex: Human Revolution. The guys talk about their frustrations with the game, why it's confusing, and any thoughts on the Deus Ex franchise as a whole too. Randy talks the underrated multi-platform game Epic Mickey. Is it perhaps the best game ever made featuring the mouse eared character? What makes it special? And does it give people nostalgia for some old cartoons?...2017-11-271h 38
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #8: Unfinished Swan, Perfect Dark, PsychonautsOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle tackle the game that really started it all for Sony's focus on indie games for the later generation systems, Unfinished Swan. Debuting on Playstation 3, A short, but beautiful look at themes not always explored in Video Games. Randy talks on one of the Nintendo 64's biggest games from Rare, Perfect Dark. The next evolution on what they did with Goldeneye 007, does a game with much more, hold up today? Finally, Wes discusses one of Tim Schafer and Double Fine's most beloved games, Psychonauts...2017-11-231h 42
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #7: Onimusha: Warlords, Fallout 1, Altered BeastOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle go all over the spectrum on this one. But perhaps they all have one thing in common, nostalgia making a game better, than it actually is. Both guys tackle the obtuse tank controls of Capcom's Onimusha: Warlords. Does this game deserve all the calls for it to return? Or are people misremembering the storyline and gameplay? Another game that meets this premise is Randy's game, the SEGA Genesis not-so classic, Altered Beast. Is this one of the games that doesn't hold up? 2017-11-221h 19
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #6: Shovel Knight, Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, Kirby's Epic YarnOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle discuss three different kinds of platformers. Both guys discuss the old school joy of Shovel Knight. Exploring Why Yachtclub Games ode to the Metroidvania fits right in with the games that came before it. How Shovel Knight holds up as a character, and how it's brought back the retro asthetic for games. Randy talks the Nintendo Wii creation, Kirby's Epic Yarn. He discusses how the game is a perfect example of what made the Wii special. Is it really one of the better Kirby games...2017-11-221h 37
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #5: Super Metroid, Fire Emblem: Awakening, Quantum ConundrumOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle talk at length about one of the greatest games of all-time, Super Metroid. What are some of the things that make the game so legendary? What about Samus Aran as a character makes her stand out? The atmosphere and powers in the game are unique too. Randy then discusses one of the standout games in the Fire Emblem franchise. Fire Emblem: Awakening. How does the game feel on a portable system? Is it truly one of the better strategy games in existence? Wes...2017-11-161h 27
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #4: Crash Bandicoot, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker, HydrophobiaOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle discuss the Playstation 1 classic, now part of a remastered collection, Crash Bandicoot. How do they feel the game holds up? Is the platforming actually good? What makes him a memorable character? Randy then turns things towards one of the stellar hits on Nintendo's Wii U, Captain Toad Treasure Tracker. Randy speaks on the joy he feels playing the adventuresome puzzler, and hoping it gets a second game. Wes discusses the PS3 title, Hydrophobia: Prophecy. A game with an odd name, but Wes' thoughts...2017-11-161h 42
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #3: Sleeping Dogs, Front Mission 3, Conker's Bad Fur DayOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Square-Enix takes precedent on two out of the three games discussed on this one. Both Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle play Sleeping Dogs. Listen, as they expound on what makes the game so great, and why more people should play it. Wes plays Front Mission 3, the series that very recently came alive again. While Randy gets annoyed, bemused and at times disgusted with the Rare Nintendo 64 classic, Conker's Bad Fur Day.2017-11-121h 34
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #2: Earthbound Finished, Hotline Miami, The CaveOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle get a bit argumentative. Especially considering they are both playing games, the other finds polarizing. Randy has finished Earthbound and has a lot to say about it. This is much to the dismay of Wes, who holds the game in very high esteem. While both play Hotline Miami, and the listener gets to hear every moment of frustration Wes went through while playing. Although, Randy might feel much differently about it. Wes also plays The Cave as well.2017-11-121h 42
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project #1: Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Legend of Dragoon, EarthboundWelcome to the first episode of the Backlog Busting Project. Where Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle introduce what this journey is all about. They discuss games they are adding to their backlogs, perhaps some news, but mostly they talk about playing older games. Through these 37 episodes, they played a variety of games across many generations. On this show, the focus is on Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, with both of them playing the game and speaking on it's innovative gameplay and touching story. While Randy begins his run through Earthbound. He gives his early thoughts on the...2017-11-101h 27
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 41: Top 100 Games: N64 & PS1 EraOn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Wes and Randy are once again joined by W2Mnet’s Robert Taylor as they discuss the best games of the Nintendo 64, Playstation 1, Gameboy Color and more, in their on-going efforts to determine the top 100 games of all time.“Adventure Meme”, “Itty BItty 8-Bit”Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.02017-07-211h 34
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 40: Top 100 Games: 16-Bit Era: SNES, Genesis, GameboyThe nomination process for the Backlog Busting Project's Top 100 Games of All Time, presented in conjunction with W2Mnet.com, continues this week as Wes Harrington, Randy Isbelle, and Sean Garmer discuss the games of the 16-bit era. Games from the Super Nintendo, Sega Genesis, and Game Boy, among other systems, are discussed and nominated."Adventure Meme", "Itty Bitty 8-Bit" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/2017-07-071h 39
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 39: Top 100 Games: Arcade & 8-Bit EraAfter a hiatus of nearly one full year, the Backlog Busting Project returns as Wes Harrington and Randy Isbelle team up to take down their massive backlogs. But before they do, they're going to team up with the other staff of W2Mnet.com to determine the Top 100 Games of All Time. On this week's episode, Wes, Randy, and Robert Taylor discuss nominations from the 8-bit era of gaming."Adventure Meme", "Itty Bitty 8-Bit" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/2017-06-281h 12
Fantasy Football 2 the MAXFantasy Football 2 The MAX: The ReturnOn tonight's show, Randy Isbelle makes his long awaited return! He and Mike Mitchell break down all of the week's action, including the injury situations in Kansas City and Tampa Bay. Also, a kicker rant leads to an idea for eliminating ties in the NFL. And several teams with clouded personnel issues are discussed for players you can trust moving forward2016-11-011h 14
Fantasy Football 2 the MAXFantasy Football 2 the MAX: Draft Philosophieson the inaugural Fantasy Football 2 The MAX podcast, Randy Isbelle and Mike Mitchell discuss their ideas on draft strategies. What are their feelings on the unprecedented wide receiver rankings this year, how they like to draft their teams, and how they feel about the running back and quarterback draft positions this season. Also, they discuss their approach to picking in the later rounds, a couple surprise teams with offenses that might give some points from less known players during "junk time", and some other important things to think about before you draft.2016-08-1849 min
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 38: Uncharted WatersWelcome back to the Backlog Busting Project! In this episode, Wes and Randy discuss Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End, BioShock, and Devil May Cry. The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay Furi (PS4/PC) (7/5) Resident Evil 5 (PS4/XONE) (7/5) Ghostbusters (PS4/XONE/PC) (7/12) Song of the Deep (PS4/XONE/PC) (7/12) Co-Play: Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End (PS4) Wes: BioShock (PS3) SPOILER WARNING: We discuss the main twists of this game at around the 50-minute mark of the p...2016-07-061h 26
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 37: Bread Rises at DawnWelcome back to the Backlog Busting Project! In this episode, Wes and Randy discuss Until Dawn, I Am Bread, and Ori and the Blind Forest. The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0.This episode’s logo makes use of “Dry Toast” by Jonathunder (Own work) [CC BY-SA 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) or GFDL (http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html)], via Wikimedia Commons. As always, the podcast itself is CC-BY-SA. Play or Nay Mighty No. 9 (PS4/PS3/XONE/X360/Wii U/PC...2016-06-221h 23Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 36: Hella Bad TombsWelcome back to the Backlog Busting Project! In this episode, Wes and Randy discuss Rise of the Tomb Raider, Undertale, and Life is Strange. Oh BOY, do they EVER discuss Life is Strange… The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay Odin Sphere: Leifthrasir (PS4/PS3/Vita) (6/7) Sherlock Holmes: The Devil’s Daughter (PS4/XONE/PC) (6/10) Color Symphony 2 (XONE/PC/Wii U) (6/8) Kirby: Planet Robobot (3DS) (6/10) Randy: Rise of the Tomb Raider (XONE/PC) Wes: Und...2016-06-082h 10Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 35: Easily DistractedWelcome back to the Backlog Busting Project! In this episode, Wes and Randy discuss MouseCraft, Super Meat Boy, and Epic Mickey 2. They also learn that trying to stream a non-interactive podcast while still trying to be somewhat interactive is a bad idea when you get raided on Twitch… The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt – Blood and Wine (PS4/XONE/PC) (5/31) Dead Island: Definitive Collection (PS4/XONE/PC) (5/31) Soul Axiom (PS4/PC) (6/7) Mirror’s...2016-05-2952 minBacklog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 34: Failing Our Way to VictoryWelcome back to the Backlog Busting Project! In this episode, Wes and Randy are once again joined by Sean Garmer to discuss a Kingdom Hearts title. However, this time the panel isn’t quite as high on the game as they’ve been in the past… at least Wes and Randy liked the games that were picked by each other as part of our second Friday the 13th Special! The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay DOOM (PS4/XONE/PC) (5/13...2016-05-131h 37Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 33: Beards in Need of BustingOn this episode, we decide to switch things up a little and livestream the recording of the episode on Twitch! Then we discuss ActRaiser, Max: The Curse of Brotherhood, and Uncharted: Golden Abyss before revealing the winner of the Episode 34 vote! The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay Back in 1995 (PC) (4/29) Battleborn (PS4/XONE/PC) (5/3) MegaTagmension Blanc + Neptune VS Zombies (PS Vita) (5/10) Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End (PS4) (5/10) Co-Played Game: ActRaiser (SNES) Randy’s Game...2016-04-281h 32Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 32: Torn BannersOn this episode, we dive into two very story-driven games and one experience-driven game in Bastion, The Banner Saga, and Tearaway. The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay Ratchet & Clank (PS4) (4/12) Dark Souls III (PS4/XONE/PC) (4/12) Bravely Second: End Layer (3DS) (4/15) Star Fox Zero/Star Fox Guard (Wii U) (4/22) Co-Played Game: Bastion (PC/PS Vita) Randy’s Game: Tearaway (PS Vita) Wes’ Game: The Banner Saga (PC) Next Episode’s Games2016-04-121h 14Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 31: Kingdom Come (ft. Sean Garmer)Welcome back to the Backlog Busting Project! On this episode, we are once again joined by W2M Network’s Sean Garmer to talk Kingdom Hearts II. Aaaaand… that’s about it, because KHII dominated the entire conversation, but there’s still a little talk about Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels and StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty. The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay MLB 16 The Show (PS4/PS3) (3/29) Hypersensitive Bob (PC) (3/29) Gryphon Knight Epic (PS4/XONE/PC) (3...2016-04-101h 52Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 30: Buckle Your Pants (ft. Sean Garmer)On this delayed episode of the Backlog Busting Project, Sean Garmer of the W2M Network joins us to talk Kingdom Hearts with Wes, while Randy gets tangled up (in a good way) with Unravel. Then Wes and Randy discuss their teamwork issues within BattleBlock Theater. The Backlog Busting Project intro theme is “Adventure Meme” by Kevin MacLeod, and is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0. Play or Nay Day of the Tentacle Remastered (3/22) (PS4/Vita/PC) Pokken Tournament (3/18) (Wii U) Mario and Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympics (3/18) (3DS) 101 Ways to Die (3/22) (PS4...2016-03-191h 28
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 29: Friend Not EnemyPlay or Nay The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess HD (Wii U) (3/4) Tom Clancy’s The Division (PS4/Xbox One/PC) (3/8) Hitman (PS4/Xbox One) (3/11) EA Sports UFC 2 (PS4/Xbox One) (3/15)Co-Played Game: Star Fox (SNES)Randy’s Game: Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars (SNES)Wes’s Game: Wild Arms (PS1 via PSN)Next Episode’s Games Co-play: BattleBlock Theatre (PC) Randy: Unravel (PS4) Wes: Kingdom Hearts: Final Mix (via Kingdom Hearts 1.5 HD (PS3))2016-03-031h 23Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 28: Premature FistbumpingThis week Wes and Randy play Lovers in a Dangerous Space Time, Randy painfully goes through The Order 1886, and Wes looks back at the first Syphon Filter. Play or Nay Fire Emblem Fates: Conquest/Birthright (3DS) (2/18) Far Cry Primal (PS4/XONE/PC) (2/23) The Walking Dead: Michonne Episode 1 (PS4/PS3/XONE/X360/PC) (2/23) Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2 (XONE/PC) (2/23)Co-Played Game: Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime (PS4)Wes's Game: Syphon Filter (PS1)Randy's Game: The Order: 1886 (PS4)Next Episode’s Games Co-play: Star Fo...2016-02-1759 minBacklog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 27: Pushing ButtonsIn this episode of the Backlog Busting Project: We talk about pushing buttons in Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time. Wes may or may not have any idea what in the world happened in Catherine. Randy talks about Freedom Planet.Randy spends the entire episode pushing Wes’s buttons.Play or NayCrypt of the NecroDancer (PS4/Vita)XCOM 2 (PC)Firewatch (PS4/XONE/PC)Unravel (PS4/XONE/PC)Co-Played Game: Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time (GameCube for Randy, PS3 for Wes)Wes’s Ga...2016-02-041h 30
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 26: Too Many CooksIN THIS EPISODE: Bubble Bobble, regretful rectangles, and freaking fanservice. It’s time for another edition of the Backlog Busting Project!Play or Nay Mario and Luigi: Paper Jam (3DS) Wes got it wrong but also (sort of) right: Intelligent Systems was behind the Paper Mario series, whereas AlphaDream has been handling the Mario and Luigi games. Final Fantasy Explorers (3DS) LEGO Marvel Avengers (PS4/PS3/XONE/X360/WiiU/3DS) AIPD: Artificial Intelligence Police Department (PS4/XONE/PC) Co-Played Game: Bubble Bobble (NES) Randy’s Game: Thomas Was Alone (PS Vita...2016-01-201h 11
Backlog Busting ProjectBacklog Busting Project EP 25: Unfortunate ImplicationsWelcome to the Backlog Busting Project! Starting things with a few HUGE announcements. Then, move on to discussing how much intensity is too much in God of War II, the puzzling plot twist of Professor Layton and the Curious Village, and Randy disappoints himself in Rocket Knight Adventure. Play or NayAmplitude (PS4)Avoider (WiiU)Gone Home (PS4/XONE)Resident Evil: Origins Collection (PS4/XONE) Co-Played Game: God of War II (PS2 via PS3 HD Collection)Wes’s Game: Professor Layton and the Curious Village (NDS)Ra...2016-01-091h 31