Bits of Time

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into all the game announcements and showcases from June. We rank the showcases, we rank the games, we give our opinions on the whole period of time. We also dive into how our backlogs are looking and if we have played the games we were looking forward to going into the year! Episode Bits: (00:12) Xbox Full of Crap? (01:39) Did We Like The Showcases? (05:58)...

In this episode, Michael and Larry are beyond consideration in No One Lives Under the Lighthouse. This was a weird one. We throw out plenty of theories on what is going on here. Larry felt like the game was black and white. Michael got scared early. They both struggled with the switch up. So much to discuss in this one! Episode Bits: (00:50) What Did We Just Play + Playtime (04:14) What Is Going O...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into Cyberpunk 2077. We dive into the story, the Nigh City vibe. The cast of characters, the gameplay, the initial launch of the game. And Michael just has to compare the game to Starfield. Which he likes better might surprise you! Episode Bits: (00:34) Keanu Story + Shooter vs RPG (05:20) How We Started + RPG Gripes? + Playtime (20:50) Better Then Starfield...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into God of War. They give their thoughts on the franchise gameplay change up. Another Daddy simulator, is that a good or bad thing from Playstation? We dive into possible pacing concerns, rpg mechanics, the camera, characters, and so so much more. Plus we dive hardcore into the tory and spoil it all at the end. Let us know if this God of War was the directi...

In this episode, Michael and Larry play Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins. Does the game lack nostalgia for the brothers? What is the feature Larry cannot not stop talking about? How does the art style hold up, and does Michael dislike the music in a Mario game? And finally, it is time to rank the Mario games in order of best to worst with the ones we have talked about on the podcast so far, wher...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into the world of Skyrim. Is this the best Elder Scrolls game Todd Howard and Bethesda Game Studios has ever created? Why was this game so popular? Did Michael finally beat an Elder Scrolls game? How cool were the dragons and story in this one? Can Bethesda learn from its competitors to make the next Elder Scrolls even better? So much to talk about in this o...

In this episode we dive into our most anticipated games releasing in 2026! As well as we predict what games will be reviewed the highest. And like many of us, we have ever growing backlogs of games. So we talk about what games we plan on beating throughout 2026!  Episode Bits: (00:20) Welcome (01:45) Honorable Mentions (03:27) 10th Most Anticipated (05:29) 9th Most Anticipated (07:17) 8th Most Ant...

2025 is a wrap, it is time for us to talk about our favorite games we played in 2025! This is a wild list from both brothers. Our Games of the Year list encompasses anything we beat in 2025, not just games released in that year. We do let you know our favorite games of 2025 as well though. We also for the first time ever both have the same NUMBER 1!! Enjoy the episode! Episode Bits: (00:00) How Ma...

It is Winter Special time! In this episode Larry and Michael dive deep into their favorite consoles of all time! They then quickly go through their predictions from last year on the Open Critic prediction scores for many of the popular games that released this year. They also dive into their backlogs, and make fun of Larry's issues there. The episode is wrapped up with the impossible task of order...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into Halo Combat Evolved! A game that is littered with childhood memories. Lan parties, lugging around tv's, late nights, and good times. How well does this game hold up today? Ranking favorite multiplayer and single player maps + guns, on top of ranking where Halo 1 sits in their all time favorite Halo games list! So much to get to in this one, sit back and...

In this episode, Michael and Larry try and explain the story of SOMA. This is Larry's birthday game, and for good reason. He loves games that make you think. And boy oh boy does SOMA make you do just that. Most of this episode is story spoilers trying to give our thoughts on everything that happened. If you have played, do you agree with our thoughts here? Episode Bits: (01:10) Creatures A Hindran...

Michael, Sam, Tim, and Larry in spirit try and come to a consensus on what the top 3 most ESSENTIAL video games of all time are. Everyone brings 3 games to the table and then whittle it down from there. This is a long one, and heavy debate happens all around. Do you agree with their final list? Who has the best individual list? Let us know! Episode Bits: (00:00) Introducing The Guests (01:15) Esta...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into a childhood favorite and Michael's birthday month pick, Star Fox 64! Our second Star Fox game on the channel and both brothers seem to agree, this one holds up so well! Is the game big enough to please modern gamers though? What will it take for Star Fox to become a "successful" franchise? Happy Birthday Michael!! Episode Bits: (00:00) Birthday Star Fox...

Dive into the nostalgic world of Return to Grace, where retro visuals meet a story-driven sci-fi adventure. In this episode, we debate the balance between gameplay and dialogue, tackle a surprising disagreement over the cover art, and explore the game’s playtime, replay-ability, and its unique AI-driven characters. Along the way, Michael’s curiosity shines as we analyze collectibles and the puzzle...

In this episode, Michael and Larry play  Episode Bits: (00:00) Roguelike's killed Metroidvania's + Backtracking (05:34) Dual Wielding Gameplay + Why did we play it? (07:55) Playtime + Awesome Boss (09:20) Items + Larry is STRESSED + Hit-boxes and Movement (13:09) Michael's Opinion on Metroid and Castlevania (16:18) What Kept us Playing + Slight Spoilers (17:20) Clever Idea or Cop Out? (18:52) Boss...

In this episode, Michael and Larry look out for fires. Running from life's troubles plus the introduction of Delilah has Larry concerned about our character and his morals. Michael describes Firewatch as "Brilliant Crap". Plus, does the story pay off in the way either was expecting it to? Let us listen for fire! Episode Bits: (00:00) Getting Past Dissapointment  (02:20) Why Did We Want to Play Thi...

In this episode, Michael and Larry tackle a childhood classic brought back for modern games, Super Mario RPG. Did Larry finally beat this game? Does Michael like it even more than the original? Is the game a bit too easy? Should we be getting more Mario games like this in the future? Let us know below! Episode Bits: (00:52) How Adorable is Mario? (04:10) Why Did We Want To Play? (05:50) Larry's Co...

In this episode, Michael and Larry discuss their overall thoughts about everything that happened in June. What were our favorite game announcements? How many more games are we buying this year? Were we disappointed at the no shows? So much to talk about in this quick half hour episode! Episode Bits: (00:11) Did We Add Any Games to Play in 2025? (02:30) Missing E3? (04:26) Chess Roguelike (05:50) F...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into this slightly controversial game, The Last of Us Part II. With an hour long spoiler section, there is so much to talk about here. And yet somehow the brothers take it to the extreme debating on if they would kill each other to save family members, and so so much more. Did they find the story to be a problem? Is Naughty Dog in a league of their own when...

In this episode, Michael and Larry try their best to predict what crazy announcements are going to happen during all the showcases happening this month. Summer Games fest is upon us, so what is the craziest announcement you see happening? The brothers also dive into how they are doing with their backlogs now that we are halfway through 2025. And to wrap up, with Grand Theft Auto VI being delayed o...

In this episode of Three Crowns, Michael is joined by Rick and Matt to try and figure out what the three best Visual Novels should be for someone new to the genre. We have some very eclectic tastes between the three of them, how they narrow their very unique lists down to three turns into an almost hour long discussion by itself. Let us know what your Visual Novel choice would be? Who has the best...

In this episode, Larry and Michael dive right into their shock at how little they both enjoyed DOOM Eternal. 2016 was a favorite of theirs, so what went wrong? Was this game too fast? Forced weapon gameplay on enemies and head scratching puzzle and item unlocks seems to be some of the many issues they dive into. Do you agree, or have the brothers both fallen off their rockers in this one? Please r...

In the episode, Larry and Michael try and spread democracy across the universe! Does a crashing player base mean the game is a failure? Did we enjoy the gameplay loop long enough to become addicted? Does the constant smashing of bugs, robots, and teammates equal a good time? Social media fell in love with Helldivers 2, did the brothers?  Episode Bits: (00:00) Vanishing Player Base Worrisome? (04:1...

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive into the reasons why they both love these games so much, but why Larry seems to grow tired of them towards the end of each match. Does this have the best boards and mini-games in the series? What makes Mario Party games just a great time and vibe? And does Larry have the perfect pitch for Mario Party titles of the future? Come have a listen! Episode Bits: (0...

In this episode Michael and Larry are joined once again by Sam to talk where the heck the Halo franchise is going. Do we need a Master Chief Collection pore to Playstation and Nintendo? Should they remake Halo 1? Should Halo Infinite also come to other platforms? What should newly formed Halo Studios focus on with game development? Do people even care about Halo anymore? So much to talk about in t...