Should I Play That?

Summer is officially in the rearview and the Fall onslaught of games begins! CJ from Sasquatch Gaming joins the crew as they discuss all three of the biggest releases in the last week: WoW Classic, Control, and Astral Chain! It’s not just the games that are keeping us busy—the news is flying fast and furious too! We’ve got a mystery AAA Ubisoft VR title, an interesting choice for the Yakuza series...

Join the SIPT crew this week as they navigate through social faux pas, rejoice at a positive CyberPunk decision, and ponder the viability of episodic content. Also, Rod continues his journey through Life Is Strange 2 with Episode 4, and Chris finds new love in an unexpected series. Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe to our show feed; we really appr...

Chris and Rod welcome back James from the Should I Play That family to the show this week to help break down some of the big Gamescom 2019 news! Before that, the crew revisit Borderlands 2 in The Handsome Jack Collection, appreciate the character work in Fire Emblem: Three Houses, and experience the new FMV title, Erica. Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: 08:08 Topic: 01:11:01 Thanks for checking...

Chris and Rod welcome a new guest to the show, Gabi, as they wrap up a (first) playthrough of Fire Emblem: Three Houses, share a bizarre story about a Yakuza Kiwami 2 side mission, and check back in to Rainbow Six: Siege. After a rapid-fire news segment, the crew analyze the utility and viability of VR in the present and future. Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: 1:56 News: 01:11:30 Topic: 1:30:00...

After hearing Chris’ first-hand impressions about Fire Emblem: Three Houses last week, it’s Rod’s turn to explore the depths of the latest entry in the Nintendo series! Afterward, the pair discuss impending loot box transparency, Microsoft’s latest gamble (...!?), and new releases for the month! Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: 6:06 News: 46:33 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave...

Summer rolls on and it’s not just the weather heating up; the games are too! Rod regales with tales of Round1 Arcade and Yakuza Kiwami 2, Chris recaps his recent experience with Xbox Game Pass and Detroit: Become Human, and they both delight in a deep dive of Fire Emblem: Three Houses! Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: 21:01 News: 01:43:28 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Li...

Chris and Rod prepare for closure on a few games for Whatcha Been Playing this week as the news brings an actual casino to GTA Online, an update on Joy-Con drifting, new Overwatch updates, and a spirited debate about the impending release of Google Stadia. Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: 12:19 News: 54:21 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe to ou...

Gamemaster Herb makes a return appearance on the show this week and he’s brought some exciting games to discuss for Whatcha Been Playing! Afterwards, the crew break down the good, the bad, and the bizarre with the latest major Nintendo announcement...the confirmation of new hardware with the Nintendo Lite! Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: Chris: Spider-Man 13:51 Rod: Sea of Solitude 28:33 Herb:...

The show crosses its’ 20th episode this week as the midpoint of the year has approached. After a brief debate about the legitimacy of certain hot dog condiments, Chris and Rod break down the games they have most enjoyed in the first half of 2019 while taking a look at what they’re looking forward to in the second half. Timestamps — Whatcha Been Playing: 5:55 Topic: 18:40 Thanks for checking us out...

Chris and Rod continue their gaming travel through summer and figure out fairly quickly that there isn’t much of a drought this year! After diving deeper into Judgement and Wargroove (plus an update on Spider-Man from Chris!), the crew discuss future studio acquisitions, broken crowdfunding promises, and a troubling situation with an indie developer. Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing: 7:35 News St...

Chris and Rod reunite to break down the laundry list of games they’ve caught up on in the most in-depth Whatcha Been Playing segment the show has ever had! Games have finally been finished (Days Gone!) and new ones are just beginning (Judgement! Outer Wilds!)! Also, the crew reflect on the tragic loss of YouTube/Twitch streamer Etika. If you feel like you may be suicidal or know someone who may be...

For some reason, Chris still has E3 hype in his veins that he can’t get rid of. So joining him this week is Techie Qube. Techie Qube is a Content Creator/Streamer on Twitch and YouTube. Techie Qube was able to attend E3 this year. So this week he joins us to give his first hand impressions of E3, talk about what he was able to play while at the event, and talk about his experience as a first time...

Episode Description — After a few weeks of anticipation, it’s finally here: E3 2019! Chris and Rod are joined once again by Alana as they break down the highs, lows, and oddities of the year’s biggest gaming trade show! Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe; we really appreciate it! Also, drop us some feedback and follow us on our other social media p...

The E3 fever hits early this year as the industry slowly begins announcing upcoming titles before the big week! Chris and Rod dissect the official reveals (like Pokémon and Call of Duty), think about the effects of subscription services like Google Stadia and Xbox Game Pass, and speculate on what we may see from the E3 show next week! Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:06:45 News Stories: 30:48 Top...

E3 week continues to slowly creep up on the crew (2 weeks left!). In the meantime, Chris digs into Dauntless, Rod wonders if he’s experiencing Stockholm Syndrome with Days Gone, and they are both simultaneously baffled and hyped over the new Death Stranding trailer. Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:05:12 News Stories: 56:00 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, an...

Episode Description — This week, Chris and Rod discuss Life is Strange 2:Episode 3, Overwatch’s 3rd Anniversary Event, and Controllerise: Press Start events. In this week's topic we talk about accessibility vs difficulty. Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing: 05:21 News Stories: 55:38 Topic: 1:30:27 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe; we really apprec...

EPISODE 12 DESCRIPTION: Chris and Rod welcome a very special guest to the show this week: Game Master Herb, Atlanta Game Master and host of several gaming events (such as Press Start ATL, Pint and Play ATL, and Warp Zone Wednesdays) that focus on inclusivity, craft beer, a variety of game genres, and building a social community. Together, the crew have the most in-depth and varied Whatcha Been Pla...

Chris and Rod welcome Alana as a special guest this week as they explore a pair of serious topics surrounding the gaming industry, learn harsh lessons in the new Switch version of Dragon’s Dogma, and receive a firsthand report on what it’s like to be in the arena for an Overwatch League match! Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:04:10 News Stories: 45:27 Topic: 1:18:01 Thanks for checking us out! Pl...

Chris and Rod welcome Alana as a special guest this week as they explore a pair of serious topics surrounding the gaming industry, learn harsh lessons in the new Switch version of Dragon’s Dogma, and receive a firsthand report on what it’s like to be in the arena for an Overwatch League match! Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:04:10 News Stories: 45:27 Topic: 1:18:01 Thanks for checking us out! Pl...

SIPT has reached its’ tenth episode! Entering the joyous precedings is a very special guest (and friend of the show) who is a blast from the past: James Green! Celebrate with Chris, Rod, and James as they take their first steps into Days Gone, become exasperated at the SONIC THE HEDGEHOG trailer, and ponder the potential ramifications of Epic Games’ newest acquisition. Timestamps — Whatcha been Pl...

Welcome to the revival of Should I Watch That, the film/television show from the team that brings you Should I Play That! For the opening episode, it’s a free-for-all discussion entirely around Marvel Studios’ epic culmination to their MCU saga—AVENGERS: ENDGAME. Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe; we really appreciate it! Also, drop us some feedba...

Chris and Rod kick their feet up this week as they dive into a few new games they’ve been playing, discuss more next-gen details, and unveil a special programming announcement! Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:04:05 News Stories: 45:49 Topic: 01:09:07 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe; we really appreciate it! Also, drop us some feedback and foll...

Darius from the “Agree to Disagree” podcast joins the crew this week as they debate about the all-digital future, get excited about the PS5 specs, and contemplate the horror of a human-Psyduck hybrid. Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:02:33 News Stories: 36:59 Topic: 01:08:49 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe; we really appreciate it! Also, drop u...

This week the guys give some first impressions on Super Dragonball Heroes, give a follow up on the Bioware story from last week, and talk about games coming out in April worth looking into. Timestamps — Whatcha been Playing:05:18 News Stories: 32:17 Games coming out in April 2019: 58:17 Thanks for checking us out! Please be sure to leave a “Like”, comment, and subscribe; we really appreciate it! A...

This week, the guys delve into more time with Sekiro and The Division 2 (along with a couple of new additions to the Whatcha Been Playin' line-up), speculate about the Genesis Mini, and debate about the all-digital future. The main topic for this episode revolves around Jason Schreier and his illuminating piece on the development of Anthem...you don't want to miss this one. Timestamps: Whatcha bee...