The #Backlog Breakdown

We often talk about playing well, and using recreation as a way to renew our energy so that is so often drained from work. But today we're examining the relationship between work and play through a different lens: What if work and play are made of the same stuff? A huge Thank You to Mark Erickson from 11.5 Minutes to Talk About Video Games for approaching us with the topic and hopping on the mic t...

The title of the episode has nothing to do with Remedy's 2019 game, Control. Instead, it has to do with the way that we live our lives and how we orient ourselves toward achieving goals in a humble way. And you can also join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter (or X, whatever) , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd...

Our latest Book Club game this time around is more than a game--it's an entire series! Because the main series has at least 21 entries, this week we're only covering the 2D games. A huge shout-out to our friends Spyke, Wes, and Jacob for joining in on this Book Club recording! Because our recording went so long, this episode is split into 2 parts. This is the second part, covering our main topic:...

Our latest Book Club game this time around is more than a game--it's an entire series! Because the main series has at least 21 entries, this week we're only covering the 2D games. A huge shout-out to our friends Spyke, Wes, and Jacob for joining in on this Book Club recording! Because our recording went so long, this episode is split into 2 parts. This is the first part, covering our opening segme...

This week, Nate gives some thoughts on the PlayStation Plus price hike and the Sony game share process. And you can also join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter (or X, whatever) , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon . If you want to get more personal, you can find Nate...

Video games are our primary forms of recreation. But what happens when it no longer becomes a medium conducive to rest, and instead becomes a thing done in default, with little to no restorative effect? Well that, my friends, is called "burnout". And burnout is the topic of this week's conversation. And you can also join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter (or X,...

This week, Josh talks about his game collection and a potentially healthier way to look at what to play next. And you can also join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter (or X, whatever) , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon . If you want to get more personal, you can fin...

Earlier this year, we had a brochacho backlog draft. Today, 6 of the guys who participated in this draft got together to discuss what they played and what they learned from it. Go follow Paul over on Twitch Check out Wes's podcast, Retronim Go say Hi to TrashTurkey on Twitter (or X, whatever) Introduce yourself to Porcho on Facebook And join Dorian in our Discord And you can also join us...

This week, Nate talks about the games he wants to introduce to his son and considers what games on the Top 100 list would appeal to kids. Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And...

This week, the boys are joined by Mark Erickson of 11.5 Minutes to Talk About Video Games to talk about video games! More specifically, video game budgets and and the pros and cons of AAA games and indies. Check out 11.5 Minutes to Talk About Video Games by clicking here! Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebackl...

This week, Josh gives some thoughts on the value of friendship, priorities in the midst of change, and how video games can be enjoyed together with others. Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdo...

Your hosts are dads. They're also gamers. How do they do both? Sometimes poorly, and sometimes not. But that's what they're talking about today! Being dads and playing games well. Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon . If you wa...

This week, Nate and Josh have to address something a bit more serious than usual. It has come to their attention that there is another podcast out there masquerading as a cheap imitation of the Breakdown, and they're not amused. Well, maybe slightly amused. Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something mor...

Twice a year, we like to evaluate the state of our Top 100 list. Both because of our own changing tastes and the gaming landscape shifting as a whole. How does it hold up? Do games need to come down? What needs to be added? Come hang with us as we talk the merits (and demerits) of the games currently known as the Top 100 of all time. You can view a copy of the current list here: https://docs.googl...

This week, Nate and Josh run down the Fantasy League roster and give their thoughts on current standings and the next few games scheduled to come out this year. Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can also email us at thebacklogbr...

After completing Majora's Mask, Josh wanted to give the N64 a fair shake. So this week on the podcast, he brings on a guest to discuss his experience with the pioneering console. Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon . If you wan...

This week, Nate invites his co-host of the SnapChatter podcast on to talk about...well, Marvel Snap, of course! You can check out older episodes of Snap Chatter over on Youtube or Spotify. Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can a...

There are good takes and there are bad takes. There are new and novel takes, and there are old and tired takes. This week, Nate and Josh tackle an internet take on whether men ought to play video games. Any guesses as to what kind of take it is? Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And...

This week, Josh talks about his love for the Taiko no Tatsujin series and what makes Rhythm Festival special, before jumping into a Top 5 of his favorite tracks from the game! Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can also email us...

The first quarter of 2023 Book Club game is the N64 (classic?): The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask. Dorian and Jacob join Josh to talk about the uniqueness of this game and what makes it stand out in one of the best gaming series of all time. Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if...

This week Nate gives a few more thoughts on Phil Spencer's bad day and the current state of Microsoft--this time a bit more positive? Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if y...

This week, we're each bringing our bag of tricks and grabbing whatever we want out of it. So sit down and listen to us talk about AI and Xbox for a couple of hours! Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd like to support us, you can visit our Patreon . If you want to get more...

On this week's bite sized episode, Josh ranks all of The Legend of Zelda games that he's played on a tier list. We'd love to hear how wrong you think he is, so make your own list and send it our way! Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel...

With Nintendo shutting down the 3DS and WiiU eShops, the guys spend some time thinking over the times they've had with the service and rehashing some thoughts on physical VS digital games. Check out Nate's new podcast Snap Chatter over on Youtube or Spotify. Join us over on social media! We're on Facebook, Twitter , Instagram , and Discord . You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gm...

This week, Nate takes a look at a few news articles and gives his thoughts on the current gaming landscape. Our Facebook group is The Backlog Book Club , Here is our Twitter , here's our newly formed Instagram account , and for something more immediate, come hang out with us on our Discord channel ! You can also email us at thebacklogbreakdown@gmail.com. And if you'd like to support us, y...