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Backlog Breakers

Tackling and/or Dodging Gaming Backlogs Since Time Immemorial...

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01:40:04

Less Highguard, More Bye-Guard

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2026/03/11

Matt and Nick tackle the truly important cultural debates — like whether a trip to Frankie & Benny’s can ever stack up to the chaotic carb paradise of Olive Garden — before pouring one out for the closure of Highguard. On the gaming front, there’s unexpected love for Pokémon Pokopia, questions as to our time with World of Warcraft as of late, and early thoughts on Bungie’s extraction shooter revival, Marathon. It’s comfort food, comfort games, and a little existential MMO fatigue — all in one

02:01:33

"Men Don’t Often Wear Loungeflys" (feat Bluepoint...

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2026/02/25

It's our biggest and weirdest yet! This week, Nick and Matt discuss the state of the industry, covering Xbox's recent leadership scuffle, Sony's mismanagement of Bluepoint Games and, crucially, Disney Lorcana. Because Nick.

01:34:53

From Books to Blizzard: A Long Journey

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2026/02/18

After a short break, Matt and Nick return to talk books, Blizzard, and the ever-shifting state of gaming. From romance novels and tabletop RPGs to Diablo IV on Steam Deck and Overwatch 2’s big shake-up, the duo dive into FOMO, subscriptions, raiding with friends, and why the worth of a game is always personal. It’s an honest chat about playing what you love — and knowing when to step away.

01:18:59

RPGs, JRPGs, and Starting Over Again

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2026/01/21

This week on Backlog Breakers, Nick and Matt chat about what they’ve been playing lately, from Final Fantasy and the joys (and struggles) of RPG storytelling to restarting tough games and getting unexpectedly hooked on AFK Journey. Things get silly with a game built around weird Steam reviews, touching on everything from Stardew Valley to No Man’s Sky, before wrapping up with some thoughts on what they’re playing next and why gaming communities matter so much.

01:23:04

From Backlogs to Booster Packs

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2026/01/14

In this episode of Backlog Breakers, Matt and Nick ramble (in the best way) through card games, gaming backlogs, and the joys and frustrations of gaming communities. They chat about Disney Lorcana and Magic: The Gathering, card art and controversies, local play struggles, and plenty of nostalgia, alongside updates on Final Fantasy, Animal Crossing, and streaming. Expect tangents, laughs, and some honest reflections on gaming and the journey of the podcast itself.

01:13:20

New Year, New Save File (Abandoned by February?)

Backlog Breakers ·

2026/01/07

It's only natural to come up with some gaming-oriented New Year's resolutions for us, but are we actually going to stick to them this time around? Well...

01:26:30

Game Awards 2025 Recap, feat. Expedition 33,...

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/12/17

So... that there Clair Obscur Expedition 33 is a tad popular, right?

01:21:48

Hostile Beards & Platform Divides

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2025/12/10

It's all kicking off this week, with mispronunciations galore, explorations into platform biases, and yet more rapping... No need to thank us, honest!

01:13:14

Double Dip Emerges

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/12/03

Nick and Matt bounce from 2024 game hype to Fortnite’s never-ending celebrity circus, confess their holiday gaming sins, and wonder if a God of War TV show is genius or madness. It’s chaotic, nerdy, and typically non-typical.

01:23:21

Self-Promotion and Poetic Bullying

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/11/26

In this episode, Matt and Nick unpack everything from Nick’s triumphant (and only slightly chaotic) return to streaming to the eternal struggle of telling people you exist on the internet. Along the way, they dive into nostalgic gaming memories, the wild history of platforms like Mixer and Kick, and why authenticity matters more than pretending you have your life together. It’s a whirlwind of hot takes, self-promotion guilt, and heartfelt chaos - and yes, somehow, Guild Wars gets yet another

01:25:19

And the Nominees Are…

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2025/11/19

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33! Hollow Knight: Silksong! Hades 2! These, and much more, on this weeks episode, where we go through the list of The Game Awards nominees, as well as discussing the latest Valve hardware announcements.

01:42:58

Unpopular Gaming Opinions

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/11/12

Matt and Nick bat for their unpopular gaming opinions this episode, with Bethesda and Nintendo getting their fair share of coverage...

01:13:38

Chilling in the Ball x Pit (ft. Fomo & Accidental...

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/11/05

Dressing up as Blippi, FOMO with games, and the return to Guild Wars 2 - This episode has it all.

01:29:15

"Cliffy B Doesn't Have The Same Staying Power As...

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/10/29

Reviews! We've all read or watched them. This week, Nick and Matt talk about what they want from reviews, whether the games industry has a "champion," and if it will be seen the same way as Films and TV.

01:22:47

New Releases! Dispatch, Powerwash Simulator 2, and......

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/10/22

Nick and Matt dive into their recent gaming adventures, chatting about Pokémon Violet, World of Warcraft, Final Fantasy XIV, and more. They explore the evolution of MMOs, the impact of community feedback, and excitement for upcoming expansions. Along the way, they share thoughts on Dispatch, PowerWash Simulator 2, Jackbox Party Pack, and the jam-packed release season ahead — all while speculating on potential Game of the Year contenders.

01:16:15

Are We Playing Games Wrong?

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/10/08

This week, Nick and Matt dive into how we might be playing games wrong, and what we can do to fix that. It gets deep, so please be sure to strap in.

01:21:35

The Great "Game of the Year" Guess Off

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2025/10/01

Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 or Donkey Kong Bananza? Blue Prince or Split Fiction? Nick and Matt discuss potential Game of the Year contenders, what it takes to earn the title, and whether Ben Starr will walk away with multiple awards this December...

01:23:59

The Game(s) of the Year (So Far)

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/09/24

Nick and Matt return in this week's Backlog Breakers, now with a slightly refined format! They discuss Fortnite's new proximity chat mode, Overwatch 2's Persona 5 crossover skins, and look at the biggest games of 2025 so far, all in time for The Game Awards in December.

01:09:50

Claptrap and Crashes

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/09/18

Would you look at that, we've got Farleigh back again! In this week's edition, we discuss the recent launch of Borderlands 4, its performance issues, and the broader implications of game releases in the industry as a whole. Oh, and they have a little quiz to lighten the mood, too, so that's nice.

01:09:45

I Wish I Knew How To Quit D2

Backlog Breakers ·

2025/09/10

There's a little game called Hollow Knight: Silksong that came out this week, so, naturally, Nick and Matt have plenty to say about it. Meanwhile, one of us *might* be done with Destiny 2, but needs some help in putting it down...

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