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A weekly gaming podcast by and for members of the HowLongToBeat community. Hosts Alex (Alex5101), Ric (NinjaRic), and Paula (Pokepaw) discuss various topics surrounding all genres and eras of video games. Each week they delve into their backlogs to explore games they've beaten or retired, answer questions raised by members on the forums, and play everyone's favourite game How Long To Beat?
In this penultimate episode of season 3: Josh has been battling insane robotics, meditating with pixel art, and tweaking hardware in search of stability, while Paula continues to catch them all, and till the land in pursuit of abundance and anime.
Then they have a special showdown to decide who really is the crowned champion of their guessing game. So far they’ve each won a round, but can a final battle sort the wheat from the chaff? This isn’t Stardew Valley…
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:06 - Beaten
00:11:57 - Retired
00:15:02 - Playing
00:51:17 - The Final Showdown
01:45:01 - Final Thoughts
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Atomic Heart [PC], High On Life [PC], Coloring Pixels [PC], WRC 8 [PC], Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty [PC], Lords Of The Fallen [PC], Win 11 Minesweeper [PC]
Paula: Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], PokeRogue [Browser], Fields of Mistria [PC]
The time has come! Paula’s tenure as educational administrator is at an end, but at what cost?! Has she done enough to justify the hard decisions and moist frogs that frequented the journey? Are we finally witnessing the liberation of indentured students?!
Meanwhile Josh has made it to the end of his own journey, but even a murder case in court seems poultry by comparison. Add to that some hard moral decisions and wartime carnage, and he still doesn’t seem like the worst dictator we’ve seen.
Finally, the topic this week turns to the HLTB Game of the Month, which Josh is definitely a fan of and has a lot to speak on and in no way leaves it all up to Paula.
Enjoy the episode!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:39 - Beaten
00:56:08 - Playing
01:22:56 - GotM - The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening
01:43:28 - Final Thoughts
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney [PC], WRC 7 [PS5], été [PC], Field Hospital: Dr. Taylor’s Story [PC], inbento [PC], Beltmatic [PC], WRC 8 [PC], Command & Conquer: Remastered [PC]
Paula: Let’s School [PC], PokeRogue [browser], The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening [Switch]
Is it a myth? Is it real? Can you actually do that amazing thing in that popular game? This week we’re talking about the rumours and myths that make up gaming folklore. Has the internet taken away the mystery? Or are there still exciting surprises to be had? We raise some questions, but do we manage to answer them?
Plus, Paula continues her spiral into darkness as she manipulates students for her own benefit, and rules her colony of beavers with an iron fist. Before diving back into an old favourite for some more Otome adventures.
Meanwhile Josh has been trying some new things and making new friends after finding them in a strange new world. He’s still convinced that he’s nearly reached the end of the ongoing courtroom drama, and has been avoiding nightmares while fishing for gold in the fog.
All this and more in this latest episode!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:25 - Beaten
00:06:14 - Playing
01:00:41 - Videogame Preservation
01:47:41 - Final Thoughts
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Beltmatic [PC], WRC 7 [PS5], Flock [XSX], Dredge [PS5], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney [PC]
Paula: Beltmatic [PC], Timberborn [PC], Let’s School [PC], Norn9: Last Era [Switch]
Welcome to the shortest episode description ever, because Josh is tired and the words aren’t working.
This week the talk is all about games, and videogame preservation.
Enjoy!
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:25 - Beaten
00:06:14 - Playing
01:00:41 - Videogame Preservation
01:47:41 - Final Thoughts
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Ship Graveyard Simulator [PC], WRC 7 [PS5], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney [PC], Ete [PC]
Paula: Zodiacats [PC], Timberborn [PC], Let’s School [PC], Beltmatic [PC]
Come sail the seven seas this week as gaming piracy is up for discussion, with all its swashbuckling and spicy takes. Is there a moral imperative to bend the rules from time to time? Or is it simply misguided righteousness in this topsy-turvy world of easily obtained loot and booty?
Before that though, Josh and Paula work through a short list of games they’ve been playing and finishing, as is tradition. Paula continues to apply pressure on her students, design epic rodent-built towns, and play with a never ending parade of cats. Meanwhile Josh has finished his final race, uncovered complex hidden murder mystery facts, and pondered the existential meaning of cooperation.
Strap yourself in… and bring on the feedback!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:22 - Beaten
00:16:14 - Playing
01:02:09 - Gaming Piracy
01:44:33 - Final Thoughts
Games Mentioned:
Josh: WRC 6 [PC], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney [PC], Helldivers 2 [PC], Ship Graveyard Simulator [PC]
Paula: Cats Love Boxes [PC], Let’s School [PC], Timberborn [PC]
Yes, the hot rumours are true and the end of Season 3 has now been set to sometime in the next couple of months. While there are still a good handful of episodes left, the hosts would love to hear from anyone who may be interested in hosting the podcast into Season 4. So get in touch at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
Meanwhile, Paula is continuing her educational rampage of tyranny this week, while also manipulating felines and solving puzzles. All as Josh follows the mysterious trail of a relic with magic powers, and fights alien enemies on a planet far, far away.
Then the discussion focuses on Gaming Guilty Pleasures where tangents abound, and everything goes a little bit TED Talk for a while. Then again, does it really matter/ Are you having fun?
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:07:33 - Beaten
00:34:41 - Playing
01:08:42 - Gaming Guilty Pleasures
01:44:33 - Final Thoughts
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Glass Masquerade 2: Illusions [PC], The Case Of The Golden Idol [XSX], Golden Idol Mysteries: The Spider Of Lanka [XSX], Golden Idol Mysteries: The Lemurian Vampire [XSX], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney [PC], Helldivers 2 [PC], WRC 6 [PC], Glass Masquerade [PC]
Paula: Glass Masquerade 2: Illusions [PC], Glass Masquerade 3: Honeylines [PC], Let’s School [PC], Timberborn [PC], Cats Love Boxes [PC]
In this episode: Paula brings back an out-dated form of employment, while satiating her power-hungry need for order and conformity. Josh dies repeatedly on alien planets, and dives deep into the lore of weird cults and relics that leave bodies in their wake.
Then the discussion turns to open world games, which was totally not a suggested subject that an AI bot came up with. Not at all.
Finally, the episode concludes with a big announcement that may or may not include puppies. Tune in to find out!
(please note, there are no puppies in this episode, the HLTB Podcast apologise for the inconvenience)
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:57 - Beaten
00:24:55 - Playing
00:55:25 - Open World Games
01:50:12 - An Announcement
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Sudocats [PC], The Procession To Calvary [PC], Helldivers 2 [PC], The Case of the Golden Idol [XSX], WRC 6 [PC]
Paula: Sudocats [PC], Hidden Capybaras with Orange [PC], Glass Masquerade [PC],Glass Masquerade 2: Illusions [PC], Let’s School [PC]
It’s all about games, games, and more games this episode as Paula and Josh have been playing, retiring, and completing a bunch of different titles. For some reason though, there seems to have been a lot of cats involved… which has to be a good thing, right?
Plus, it’s Steam sale time, so they both reveal the bargains they picked up and perhaps a few random additions along the way. The budgets are real, but there are some deep discounts that are worth taking a look at either way.
Just don’t think about the backlog…
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Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:52 - Beaten
00:29:54 - Retired
00:32:10 - Playing
01:04:51 - Steam Sale Pickups
Games Mentioned:
Josh: WRC 9 FIA World Rally Championship [PC], Cats Organised Neatly [PC], Dogs Organised Neatly [PC], Glass Masquerade 3: Honeylines [PC], Rinse And Repeat HD [PC], Sword and Fairy: Together Forever [XSX], WRC 6 [PC], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy [PC], The Procession To Calvary [PC], Helldivers 2 [PC]
Paula: LEGO Builder’s Journey [PC], A Tower Full of Cats [PC], PokeRogue [Browser], Sudocats [PC]
This week Josh has been spending most of his time scavenging parts from derelict ships, laughing at renaissance absurdity, and sticking his nose into a new criminal case. While Paula returned to the conflict of world domination, continued to catch them all, solved puzzles with bricks, and went rogue at the start of an epic adventure.
If that wasn’t enough, the pair dive into a discussion about different video game business models and whether that subscription is really worth it, or if that DLC should have been part of the game in the first place. Can micro-transactions ever be okay?
Tune in to find out!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:40 - Playing (Josh)
00:30:46 - Playing (Paula)
01:11:02 - Subscriptions VS Free VS Purchase
02:18:43 - Outro
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Ship Graveyard Simulator [PC], The Procession To Calvary [PC], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney [PC]
Paula: Civilization V [PC] (multiplayer - Hot Seat), PokeRogue [Browser], LEGO Builder’s Journey [PC], Baldur’s Gate III [PC]
After a little break Josh and Paula are back and they’ve been playing a bunch of games since the last mainline episode. Josh has finally defeated the big boss at the end of his epic adventure, made friends with underwater aliens, and lost his way in the 40K universe. Meanwhile Paula has been chasing cats through time, stuffing dogs into boxes, and delving into a seriously old school dungeon crawler.
Then they have a chat about this month’s HLTB Game of the Month, before finishing off this round of their guessing game and crowning a winner! The outcome will definitely not surprise anyone, but the game that gets picked just might.
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:55 - Beaten
00:50:49 - Playing
01:57:35 - GotM: The World Ends With You
02:07:16 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], Harold Halibut [XSX], Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun [PC], PowerWash Simulator: Back To The Future DLC [PC], PowerWash Simulator: Warhammer DLC [PC], Mini Airways DEMO [PC], Old School Rally DEMO [PC], Morn DEMO [PC], Once Human DEMO [PC], I Am Your Beast DEMO [PC], Railroad Corporation 2 DEMO [PC], Heaven Will Be Mine [PC], WRC 9 FIA World Rally Championship [PC]
Paula: An Arcade Full of Cats: Timewarp Trouble [PC], Tengoku Struggle: Strayside [Switch], Dogs Organized Neatly [PC], Let’s School [PC], Eye of the Beholder [MS-DOS vga version], Pokemon HeartGold [DS], PokeRogue [Browser]
This week it gets personal with a special bonus episode within which Josh and Paula get to talk about one of their favourite games of all time. Except these games are perhaps not the most celebrated titles for various reasons, but they love them all the same. Maybe they can pique your interest as well?
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:00 - Persona Q: Shadow of the Labyrinth
00:35:15 - Kane & Lynch: Dead Men
00:59:35 - Final Thoughts
Sometimes a game can be so compelling that you can’t help but fire up the passion and go ham on everything you have to say. So it is with Paula’s current otome obsession, bringing an exclusive rant in today’s episode. There’s no discussion topic, there’s no time! Not when there are things that need to be said and stories that need to be told.
Meanwhile Josh has completed a few titles this week, retired a few more, and been playing some other stuff that’s nowhere near as compelling. That and it’s now clear who will be crowned the winner of our guessing game after next week’s edition… and it will surprise nobody!
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:55 - Beaten
00:17:33 - Retired
00:28:31 - Playing (Paula)
01:29:25 - Playing (Josh)
01:40:16 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Returnal [PC], Railbound [PC], Ghosts N Ghouls [PC], Animal Well [PS5], Dragon Quest Builders [PS5], Who Did It? [PC], Harold Halibut [XSX], Planet Crafter [PC]
Paula: Let’s School [PC], Project Zomboid [PC], Tengoku Struggle: Strayside [Switch]
This week Josh and Paula are making connections, building relationships, and hopefully growing into better human beings all round. As Paula continues to adventure in the kitchens of hell, Josh has been reconciling with relatives, bridging cultures, and bringing justice to paper cut-out animals.
Never fret though, as the weird and wonderful keeps on going as they discuss what the term “indie” might mean in 2024. How has it changed since its original use, and is that even a good thing? These questions and more will be raised and possibly answered, but you’ll have to listen to find out.
Then it’s time for Josh’s brain to be on the spot once again as Paula quizzes him on a game he really should know. Will it be the redeeming round that puts him ahead? Or will he continue to trail behind as he forgets everything he ever knew?!
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:42 - Beaten
00:34:41 - Playing
01:20:17 - What Does “Indie” Mean In 2024?
01:58:55 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Chants of Sennaar [XSX], Duck Detective: The Secret Salami [PC], Lil Gator Game [XSX], Harold Halibut [XSX]
Paula: Mini Metro [Android], Tengoku Struggle: Strayside [Switch]
Nothing beaten, nothing retired, this week has been all about progress. Paula continues to work her way through the layers and kitchens of hell, while Josh figures out strange languages, explores an underwater city, fights vampires, and rolls race cars.
Then the discussion turns to those pieces of plastic that promise a new world of gaming and an extension to the immersive promise of interactivity. That’s right, we’re talking video game peripherals; the good, the bad, and the strange.
Finally, Paula shows just how easy it is to play our weekly guessing game, but can she nail it yet again? Tune in to find out!
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Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:36 - Playing
00:54:36 - Video Game Peripherals
01:53:26 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], WRC 9 FIA World Rally Championship [PC], Returnal [PC], Harold Halibut [XSX], Chants of Senaar [XSX]
Paula: Tengoku Struggle: Strayside [Switch]
The theme and topic this week is what makes a game worth the time and money it takes to experience whatever it has to offer. Is it as simple as a dollar-per-hour equation? Or are there other factors that come into play? Spoiler: of course there are!
Meanwhile Josh has been fighting the jank of large late-game instability, while Paula gets into the groove of a new reality. Plus, could this be the redemption arc of Josh’s less than stellar guessing game record? The answer may surprise you.
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:08 - Beaten
00:23:16 - Playing
01:17:50 - When Is A Game Worth It?
01:43:53 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Mortal Kombat 11 [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game [PC], Returnal [PC]
Paula: Norn9: Var Commons [Switch], Let’s School [PC], Beat Saber [Quest 2], Tengoku Struggle: Strayside [Switch]
This week Paula and Josh are having some fun and have put together a little game-soundtrack-themed quiz to play. Will they be able to identify the game based on a short clip of music? Or will Josh fail to remember anything at all and maintain his idiocy?!
Oh, and there’s the usual games they’ve been playing and the weekly guessing game as well… enjoy!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:38 - Beaten
00:20:10 - Retired
00:23:18 - Playing
01:11:55 - Music Quiz Time Fun Time
01:39:45 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Horizon Chase Turbo [PC], Beasts of Maravilla Island [XSX], Berry People [PC], The Last Case Of Benedict Fox [XSX], Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game [PC],Mortal Kombat 11 [PC], WRC 9 FIA World Rally Championship [PC]
Paula: Norn9: Var Commons [Switch], Let’s School [PC]
Every week Josh and Paula talk about the games they’ve been playing and what’s new in their gaming world, but in this special bonus episode, they get to talk about their favourite games of all time.
Strap in for some spicy picks and discover some pure gems!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:24 - Number 10
00:10:02 - Number 9
00:23:32 - Number 8
00:37:13 - Number 7
00:47:27 - Number 6
00:57:04 - Number 5
01:11:02 - Number 4
01:23:23 - Number 3
01:32:04 - Number 2
01:45:43 - Number 1
02:00:27 - The End
A new week is upon us and a new episode has landed!
Find out about Paula’s return to some of the more toxic corners of gaming on the internet, along with the wholesome conclusion to an excellent little cultural masterpiece. Witness Josh’s insufferable unwillingness to figure out who developed what in the deep mud trucking game series that he’s been ploughing for the last couple of weeks.
Then get deep as the discussion turns to representations of disabilities in video games and some of the thoughts and considerations that need to be made. Not to mention a bit of a rant on a controversy that sparked the conversation in the first place.
Top it all off with a round of the guessing game where Josh manages to really show just how well his memory works… or doesn’t. Tune in to find out!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:43 - Beaten
00:06:54 - Playing
00:52:12 - Disability Representation in Games
02:02:28 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Mudrunner [PC], Hasbro’s Battleship [PC], Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game [PC]
Paula: Venba [PC], League of Legends [PC], Norn9: Var Commons [Switch]
It’s been a long week of gaming and Josh has managed to finish off a few titles that he’s been working through for a while. On the other hand, Paula is still chipping away at a few core games that have been getting better and better as she continues to dive into strange worlds and traffic control systems.
The topic for discussion this week is the April Game of the Month over on HLTB, including this year’s April Fool’s pick, which Paula has a lot to say about. Although, it seems that not everyone in the community is as excited for a pigeon visual novel as our resident Otome expert.
Finally, Josh gets to quiz Paula on a game in their guessing game, but will Paula finally be pipped at the post? Tune in to find out.
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:14 - Beaten
00:19:09 - Playing
01:18:39 - GotM: Valiant Hearts / Hatoful Boyfriend
01:45:19 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Botany Manor [PC], Love Is All Around [PC], Overload [PC], Open Roads [XSX], Gemini Rue [PC], Nour: Play With Your Food [PS5], Street Fighter V [PC], Horizon Chase Turbo [PC], Red Dead Redemption [PS5], Mudrunner [PC]
Paula: Mini metro [Android], Venba [PC], Norn9: Var Commons [Switch]
Have you ever reached that point in a game where you find yourself wading through pages and pages of instructional wikis, in an attempt to discover some indication of how to make some kind of progress? This week Paula and Josh are talking about so-called “wiki games” that keep their cards a little too close to their chest.
Before that though, Paula has continued her conquering ways and emerged victorious over all those that oppose her. Meanwhile Josh has managed to find all the hidden things and maintain the fractured timeline of a surprisingly intriguing puzzle game. Then it’s time to get the thinking brain installed once more, as he attempts to earn back some points in another round of the guessing game.
We hope you enjoy this (slightly delayed) episode!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:23 - Beaten
00:16:01 - Playing
01:07:26 - Wiki Games
01:52:20 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Crime O’Clock [PC]. Overload [PC], Love Is All Around [PC], Lil Gator Game [XSX], Botany Manor [PC]
Paula: Civilization V [PC], Norn9: Var Commons [Switch], Venba [PC]
All hail the great leader! Paula has been on a rampage, conquering the world and gaining power until every other nation pledges their loyalty at her feet. Also, Josh retired another game and has been messing about with his PC hardware like a big nerd thanks to some over the top clock speeds heating things up to the point of no return.
This week the topic is all about modding games and some favourites that have been made over the years. However, not all mods are created equal, and sometimes Bethesda just needs to fix their own problems… get it together Todd Howard!
Oh and Paula makes another guess as she attempts to pull even further ahead in that guessing game that’s played at the end of each episode.
Enjoy!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:55 - Beaten
00:08:59 - Retired
00:14:10 - Playing
00:55:56 - MODs and Modding
01:53:50 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Bloodshore [PC], A bunch of shitty puzzle games [PC], Two Digits [PC], (the) Gnorp Apologue [PC], Overload [PC], Street Fighter V [PC], Berry People [PC], Crime O’Clock [PC]
Paula: Mini Metro [Android], Civilization V [PC], Pokemon Unite [Switch]
The streak has been broken, as Josh finally retired a game this week! There’s still a lot to talk about as he and Paula have been beating and playing a bunch of other titles, including one that they played together along with some friends from HLTB. Then get settled in because this week the discussion focuses on what it’s like to be a gamer from the perspective of a girl. Naturally Paula takes us through some of her experiences, both positive and perhaps a bit negative as well. Finally it’s another round of the guessing game where Josh attempts to get the brain cogs turning and claw back some points.
Please note: During our topic discussion this episode we talk about some things that may be difficult to listen to, so please look after yourself and talk to someone if you need any help.
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:47 - Beaten
00:46:02 - Retired
00:50:59 - Playing
01:06:46 - Gaming as a Girl
02:00:11 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Virtuaverse [PC], Rituals [PC], Monster Prom 3: Monster Road Trip [PC], Somerville [XSX], Infinite Guitars [XSX], Overload [PC], Gemini Rue [PC], Street Fighter V [PC],
Paula: Plague Inc. Evolved [PC], Monster Prom 3: Monster Road Trip [PC], Hatoful Boyfriend [PC], n-body [PC], Civilization V - Hotseat Duel [PC], New Pokemon Snap [Switch], Slice & Dice [Android], Mini Metro [android]
While Paula has stuck to a couple of longer-term adventures, this week Josh has been completing a bunch of shorter games and demos, while dipping a toe into the zombie apocalypse of the old west. Then it’s Game of the Month time again the discussion turns to Return of the Obra Dinn, which is ultimately a chance to raise Paula’s interest in playing it for the first time. Although, not before Josh attempts to confuse and bemuse when he throws up what could be a difficult game to guess in the guessing game… but is it really?
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:51 - Beaten
00:26:22 - Playing
01:10:14 - GotM: Return of the Obra Dinn
01:29:45 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Red Dead Redemption [PS5], Looking For Aliens [PC], Looking Up I See Only A Ceiling [PC], Alt-Frequencies [PC], Virtuaverse [PC], Red Dead Redemption: Undead Nightmare [PS5]
Paula: Terraria [PC], Plague Inc. Evolved [PC]
This week Josh and Paula have been travelling through the same Rusty Lake game, while exploring other strange worlds and stretching their brains into recursive logic and world-wide disease manipulation. It’s been a bit of a week. However, all that is nothing compared to HLTB meeting an impressive milestone and prompting a discussion about how our hosts came to the site and how they use it. Finally there’s an absolute classic on the table for the guessing game… but is Josh’s brain still working well enough to figure it out? There’s only one way to know!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:24 - Beaten
00:32:34 - Playing
01:13:39 - How we use HLTB
02:07:33 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Maquette [XSX], Lost Horizon [PC], Return To Grace [XSX], Poems & Codes (50 poem free update) [PC], Evan’s Remains [PC], Scriptic: Dead Man's Phone - Season 1: Redman [Mobile], Underground Blossom [PC], Virtuaverse [PC], You Don’t Know Jack 2015 [PC]
Paula: Underground Blossoms [PC], Terraria [PC], Plague Inc. Evolved [PC]
The nostalgia is strong again this week as Josh and Paula continue their trip down memory lane and discuss a number of games that may or may not hold up by today’s standards. Plus, they attempt to determine which elements might hold a game back, and why others manage to stay timeless and strong forever. Of course, they also have a good chat about the games they’ve been playing and see if Paula can continue her winning streak in another round of that guessing game!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:18 - Beaten
00:11:21 - Playing
00:55:07 - Dated Games
02:00:25 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: The White Door [PC], Samsara Room [PC], Forgotten Worlds [PC], Lost Horizon [PC], The Last Case Of Benedict Fox [XSX], Red Dead Redemption [PS5]
Paula: Terraria [PC], Radiant Tale
This week Paula has been beating all the games and playing even more, while Josh continues to work through the same old titles, plus a couple of new ones. There are clubs and deportations, cowboys and bears, even some angry organs and walls made of flesh. Then they get all “back in my day” and discuss some of the big changes that have happened over the years and what they think gaming might be like for a younger generation of gamers. Was everything better way back when? No… but there might still be some things worth missing either way. Finally, can Josh earn a few points back to even the stakes in the weekly guessing game? The answer may surprise you!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:30 - Beaten
00:25:59 - Playing
01:09:54 - Next Generation of Gamers
02:13:36 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: McPixel 3 [XSX], 1943: The Battle of Midway (Capcom Arcade Stadium) [PC], Red Dead Redemption [PS5], Lost Horizon [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC]
Paula: Not Tonight [PC], The White Door [PC], Samsara Room [PC], Terraria [PC], Norn9: Var Commons [Switch], Pokemon Showdown [Browser], Pokemon Scarlet [Switch]
In this episode Paula and Josh have been spreading their wings and trying out a bunch of different games. Paula has been surviving through different world’s that may or may not be trying to kill her, while Josh has been moseying down memory lane and getting a bit retro and nostalgic. Quite the contrast to our topic of the week, which is the recent Steam NextFest, and we have a bunch of fresh demos and games to talk about that we each tried (with varying levels of success). Until finally, Paula has another attempt to out-guess the games and see if she can solidify her lead even further.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:06 - Beaten
00:07:26 - Retired
00:11:41 - Happy Birthday?!
00:13:45 - Playing
01:13:07 - Steam NextFest
01:58:41 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Life is Strange: Before The Storm [PS5], Assetto Corsa [PC], Street Fighter V [PS5], Horizon Chase Turbo [PC], Lost Horizon [PC], Red Dead Redemption [PS5], Capcom Arcade Stadium (1942) [PC], We Need To Go Deeper [PC]
Paula: Project Zomboid [PC], Terraria [PC], Not Tonight [PC], Norn9: Var Commons [Switch]
This week we get all romantic and have a big chat about everything Otome, Romance, and Valentine-related in video games, but not before we delve into everything we’ve been playing. Paula has levelled up her football skills while dealing with VIP clients and Pokemon Banks. At the same time Josh fought a giant foot, a tall ghost woman, and was swept up in the cringe of teen angst. Can he get over it in time to guess a game in the weekly guessing game? The answer may surprise you… (or not)… (in fact it probably won’t).
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:18 - Beaten
00:08:47 - Playing
00:59:21 - Valentines / Otome / Romance
02:01:32 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Super Adventure Hand [PC], Sid Meier’s Civilization IV: Beyond The Sword [PC], Kawaii Girls [PC], Tower Unite [PC], Ghostwire Tokyo [PS5], Love Is All Around [PC], Life is Strange: Before The Storm [PS5]
Paula: Fifa 23 [Switch], Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney [Switch], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Not Tonight [PC]
Josh has been drooling over some smooth animations this week, while puzzling in three dimensions and fighting for justice! Paula has spent her time investigating crime and appearing in court, before playing bouncer and turning children away from British clubs and pubs. They follow it all up with a weekly topic, focusing on physical gaming and the experience of actually buying games in Chile and Australia. What cultural differences change the landscape for us, and what similarities exist? Of course, they then finish everything off with another round of the guessing game, which may or may not be over in record time!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:59 - Beaten
00:15:00 - Playing
00:44:58 - Physical Gaming and Cultural Differences
01:23:13 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: TOHU [PC], .projekt [PC], Behind The Frame: The Finest Scenery [PC], Injustice 2 [PS5], Super Adventure Hand [PC], Dragon Quest Builders [PS5], Love Is All Around [PC]
Paula: Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney [Switch], Not Tonight [PC]
This week we’re talking about some Kickstarter and crowd-funding stories from the past and Josh gets quite fired up over a few specific examples; so strap yourself in for a rant a half. Meanwhile Paula has been reliving some glory days in the courtroom and Josh has been jumping between classic point-and-click adventures, Netflix mobile games, and a classic sim-racer (all of which are completed games that were not crowd-funded and still managed to be released without taking regular people’s money and wasting it... oh sorry... that was another rant entirely). Then we bring it all to a close with another round of our guessing game. Will Josh struggle to identify a relatively obvious and recent title? Or is he too stressed out by arrogant developers taking people’s money and delivering nothing at all in return... cough... enjoy the episode!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:29 - Beaten
00:16:54 - Playing
01:00:30 - Kickstarter / Crowd Funding Stories
01:52:40 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Gold Rush: Anniversary [PC], Escort Yourself Out [PC], Ghostwire Tokyo [PC], Scriptic: Dead Man’s Phone Season 1: Redman [Mobile], (the) Gnorp Apologue [PC], Assetto Corsa [PC], .projekt [PC]
Paula: Bokura [PC], Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei [Switch], The White Door [PC], Apollo Justice: Ace Attorney [Switch]
We’re back to regular programming again this week as Paula tackles another series of Otome routes, while Josh gets stuck into a couple of mysteries and some point and click adventures. With only one retirement and a few more on the go, it’s time for the winner of our guessing game to pick a title for the other to play, before kicking off a new round with a fresh guess. Will Paula take an early lead in this secondary instalment? The answer may surprise you!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:18 - Beaten
00:41:14 - Retired
00:44:08 - Playing
01:06:46 - Trophy/Achievement Hunting!
01:39:34 - Paula’s Game Assignment
01:45:56 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: The Last Door [PC], Armikrog [PC], Wreckfest [PC], Adventure Of A Lifetime [PC], Spaceplan (replay) [PC], The Vanishing Of Ethan Carter [PS5], Hatred [PC], Super Adventure Hand [PC], Cube Escape: Paradox [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC]
Paula: Olympia Soiree [Switch], Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei [Switch], Magicka 2 [PS5]
For this special episode, Josh and Paula are joined by Knalb, the Lord of the Threads, to discuss the HLTB Game of the Month games that featured in 2023. We discuss the highs and the lows, the good and the bad, and the long and the short, as we delve into the last twelve months of communal gaming experiences. Then we draw 2023 to a close with a quiz on the stats and data that has been teased from the threads and collated by our very special guest.
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:29 - Knalb’s Been Playing
00:13:06 - Live A Live
00:17:28 - Crypt Of The Necrodancer
00:24:22 - Metroid Prime
00:26:24 - The Legend Of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild
00:42:14 - Conker’s Bad Fur Day
00:47:44 - Spiritfarer
01:00:40 - The Legend Of Zelda: Tears Of The Kingdom
01:33:02 - Baba Is You
01:40:43 - Guacamelee
01:46:04 - Murder By Numbers
01:51:26 - Luigi’s Mansion
01:53:49 - F.E.A.R.
01:59:27 - Grim Fandango
02:04:45 - Undertale
02:11:03 - Half-Life
02:18:50 - 2023 Favourites
02:23:14 - 2023 Overall
02:26:14 - Looking Ahead
02:27:20 - Quiz Time!
02:43:34 - Final Thoughts
Back with a long list of games played over the New Year/ Xmas break, Paula and Josh get stuck into some highs and lows of their gaming lives of recent times. Then they have a chat about Special and Limited Edition games that come with all those fun collectibles, or disappointing tat. Finally, Paula puts Josh to the test and we find out who has managed to win this round of the guessing game!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:40 - Beaten
00:33:36 - Retired
00:39:48 - Playing
01:16:19 - Special/Limited/Day One Editions
01:57:21 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Rusty Lake: Roots [PC], Cube Escape Collection (The Cave) [PC], Rusty Lake Paradise [PC], The Next World [PC], Pony Island (GotM) [PC], Dangeresque: The Roomisode Triungulate [PC], Endling: Extinction Is Forever [PS5], Traverser [PC], Absolver [PC], Under Zero [PC], Vigil: Blood Bitterness [PC], Teardown [PS5], Dragon Quest Builders [PS5], Injustice 2 [PS5], The Last Door [PC], Tribes 3: Rivals Playtest [PC]
Paula: Cube Escape (Seasons, The Lake, Arles, Harvey’s Box, Case 23, The Mill) [PC], Rusty Lake Hotel [PC], Cube Escape (Birthday, Theatre) [PC], Rusty Lake Roots [PC], A Little to the Left [PC], Cube Escape: The Cave [PC], Rusty Lake: Paradise [PC], Cube Escape: Paradox [PC], Ape Escape [PSX (through PS5)], Code: Realize - Wintertide Miracles [PS Vita], The White Door [PC], Birushana: Rising Flower of Genpei [Switch]
In this bonus episode, Paula and Josh discuss what it’s like to enter the world of gaming as a brand new gamer. What kind of barriers exist and what do developers assume players already know? What kinds of experiences are a good way to introduce someone to a brand new concept? Would you give that game to your child? All this and some extra tangents can be found within.
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:06 - Gaming For Non-Gamers
00:49:22 - Pasing The Torch
01:21:22 - Final Thoughts
The year is ending, so we’re going big and rolling out our Game of the Year Extravaganza! Featuring a bunch of our friends from the HLTB community who happened to wander by and offer their own perspectives on the year that’s been 2023. To everyone listening, we wish you a happy new year and hope that 2024 is an awesome time for all.
Strap yourself in… this is a big one!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:12:30 - Our 2023
00:32:30 - Our GOTY Picks
00:42:19 - Hello?
01:11:20 - Who’s There?
01:33:11 - ¿Quién es?
01:58:59 - Somebody?
02:24:59 - Papa?
02:40:03 - Anybody Else?
02:54:49 - Wer könnte es sein?
03:06:12 - The End?
It’s the night before Christmas and we have a delightfully packed holiday themed episode for you today. Josh has finished off a few games, and been thrown in the deep end of running a galactic empire, with dubious results. While Paula has been solving cases and getting close to some pigeons with ulterior motives. Thankfully though, all is saved when we discuss the kinds of holiday-specific games and gaming experiences that we associate with this time of year. Then, can Paula pull away once again with another quick guess in our guessing game? Or will she struggle to reach into the dark depths of her memory with questionable success? Tune in to find out!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:58 - Beaten
00:22:07 - Playing
01:02:39 - Christmas / Holiday Gaming
01:43:16 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Assassin’s Creed: Mirage [PS5], We Need To Go Deeper [PC], Stellaris [PC], Rusty Lake: Roots [PC], Look Inside [PC]
Paula: Hatoful Boyfriend [PC], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations [DS], Code: Realize - Wintertide Miracles [PS Vita]
As itchmas comes to a close, Josh has been playing more little itch.io games, along with the usual adventures that never seem to end. Meanwhile Paula has completed a few games that she’s been working on for a while now, and getting back into others that were finished long ago. Plus, it’s Game of the Month time again and the classic FPS Half-Life is on the table, ready to be dissected and considered on its 25th anniversary. Finally, Josh attempts to make short work of guessing a game for once, and the outcome may surprise you.
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:13 - Beaten
00:30:00 - Playing
00:54:49 - GotM: Half-Life
01:18:06 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: The Anglerfish Project (itchmas) [PC], Feather Park (itchmas) [PC], Chalk Gardens (itchmas) [PC], Wallace & Gromit’s Grand Adventures (Episode 4: The Bogeyman) [PC], Team Sonic Racing [PS5], The Next World [PC], Assassin’s Creed: Mirage [PS5], Half-Life [PC],
Paula: Wargroove - archipelago campaign [PC], Virche Evermore: Error Salvation [Switch], Quarantine Circular [PC], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations [DS], Hatoful Boyfriend [PC]
As the end of the year draws ever closer, we have a look whether we succeeded with our gaming goals for 2023, as well as setting new ones for 2024. Meanwhile, Paula has been on an emotional rollercoaster while laser focused on her latest Otome. In contrast, Josh has played a whole heap of different games, including some Itchmas in July titles and some fresh takes on alternate media. Then we wrap everything up with a lightning round of our guessing game, where Paula may once again show us why she’s the champ.
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:29 - Beaten
00:17:07 - Retired
00:23:20 - Playing
01:25:05 - New Year Gaming Resolutions
01:50:20 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Cocoon [PC], Cube Escape Collection (Birthday, Theatre) [PC], Under Leaves [PC]. Lookouts [PC], Coloring Game: Pixel [PC], Soundmarine (itchmas) [PC], Sandtrix (itchmas) [PC], Pigeon Ascent (itchmas) [PC], Gotham Knights [PC], Half-Life: Source [PC], Yoshi Goes to Tesco (itchmas) [PC],Robocop: Rogue City [PC], Assassin’s Creed: Mirage [PC], The Next World [PC], Half-Life (GotM) [PC], Thirsty Suitors [PC], Disney Dreamlight Valley [XBOX SERIES S]
Paula: Virche Evermore: Error Salvation [Switch], Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations [DS]
This week Paula and Josh have completed the same cat-themed time-travelling hidden-object game, but not a lot else. Once again they’ve avoided retiring anything, but Paula has been playing with clones, while Josh skated his way through some sentimental adventures in growing up. Finally, with the end of the year closing in, we have a chat about the HLTB Fantasy Critic League before Josh attempts to even up the scores and chase some all new stakes in our guessing game.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:33 - Beaten
00:07:15 - Playing
00:41:26 - HLTB Fantasy Critic League
01:05:15 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: An Arcade Full of Cats [PC], Thirsty Suitors [PC], The Next World [PC], Cocoon [PC]. Overcooked 2 [PS5]Paula: An Arcade Full of Cats [PC], Virche Evermore: Error Salvation [Switch], Wargroove [PC] (Archipelago)
Glory to Paula, as she deals with suspect documentation and terrorist cells at the border; while Josh hacks his way into some kid’s chat logs, and fights no good darn dirty soviet robots. Then they both get stuck into the undeniable impact Undertale has had on gaming…along with their own thoughts and hot takes on this Game of the Month. Finally, can Paula solve the conundrum that is perhaps the most popular game on HLTB? Have a listen and find out!.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
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Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:58 - Beaten
00:24:15 - Playing
01:13:23 - Game of the Month: Undertale
01:33:55 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: The Tiny Bang Story [PC], ToriDori [PC], Sorry, James [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC]. Assassin’s Creed: Mirage [PS5], Atomic Heart [PC], The Next World [PC]
Paula: Papers, Please [PC], Pokemon Sapphire [GBA] (Nuzlocke Randomizer), Wargroove [PC] (Archipelago Custom Campaign), An Arcade Full of Cats [PC], Virche Evermore: Error Salvation [Switch]
As Josh fumbles around with PC hardware and cobbles together this edit, Paula has been expanding her horizons and trying new things in the world of gaming. Meanwhile Josh actually finished a few short adventures, a pretty bad racing game, and a brand new climb to the top of a very nice mountain. Back in the real world, Paula has been enjoying a symphony of video game classics, prompting a chat about favourite game soundtracks and recommendations. Finally, can Josh scrape together a little bit of a useful memory and gain some point in our guessing game? The answer may surprise you!
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00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:58 - Beaten
00:22:06 - Retired
00:23:55 - Playing
01:02:05 - Game Music We Love
01:41:32 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Wallace & Gromit Episode 2: The Last Resort [PC], Wallace & Gromit Episode 3: Muzzled! [PC], NFS: The Run [PC], Looks Good [PC], Rusty Lake Hotel [PC], Jusant [PC], Sea of Stars [PS5], Assassin’s Creed: Mirage [PS5], Cocoon [PC]
Paula: Piofiore: Episodio 1926 [Switch], FIFA 23 [Switch], Jackbox Party Pack 6 [Browser], Project Zomboid [PC], Quarantine Circular [PC]
This week Paula’s been getting deeper in mafia business and repeatedly dying while trying to survive the apocalypse. Meanwhile Josh has been finishing off a co-op adventure and taking the time to tidy things up before falling further into the Rusty Lake universe. What really matters though, are the comfort games we hold dear to our heart, so we have a bit of a chat about some perhaps unexpected titles that always make us feel good.
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Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:05 - Beaten
00:15:29 - Playing
00:40:23 - Comfort Gaming
01:29:57 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: It Takes Two [PS5], Poems & Codes [PC],Looks Good [PC], Rusty Lake Hotel [PC], Tiny Bang Story, Doom/Quake, Journey, PowerWash Simulator, Glass Masquerade, Assassin’s Creed, Assault Android Cactus,kane & Lynch: Dead Men
Paula: Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Project Zomboid [PC], Piofiore: Episodio 1926 [Switch], Code Realize: Guardian of Rebirth [plus the 2 fandisk], TLoZ: Majora’s Mask, The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince, Fire Emblem: Awakening, A Short Hike, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, Pokemon
After the onslaught of demos in the last episode, things have relaxed a little and we have a handful of titles to talk about. What happens though, when you get overwhelmed with choice and have to decide what to play, or maybe you just can’t put down that hot new game in spite of other interests?! Our discussion this week focuses on gaming droughts and gluts, and our own experiences. Finally, it’s Josh’s turn to attempt a bit of redemption and put some points on the board in our HLTB guessing game!
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:00 - Beaten
00:20:01 - Playing
01:00:38 - Gaming Droughts & Gluts
01:20:37 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Storm Boy [PC], Cube Escape Collection (The Mill) [PC], Poems & Codes [PC], Cities: Skylines II [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], “Windows 11”
Paula: The Runemaster’s Diary [PC], A Tiny Sticker Tale [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Diablo II: Lord of Destruction [PC], Detective Pikachu [3DS]
Get ready for a gauntlet of games to excite the senses! Josh got COVID and spent his time playing a lot of small games, while Paula polished off one she’s been working on for a while. Plus, the titles keep coming after Steam’s latest NEXTfest event provided a heap of interesting demos to try out, but were they really worth it?
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:36 - Beaten
00:23:38 - Retired
00:25:53 - Playing
00:49:55 - Steam NEXTFest Demos
01:47:58 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery [PC], F.E.A.R. [PC], Cube Escape Collection (Harvey’s Box, Case 23) [PC], Lords Of The Fallen (2014) [PC], The Adventures Of Bertram Fiddle: Episode 2 - A Bleaker Predicklement [PC], Safecracker: The Ultimate Puzzle Adventure [PC], Find All [PC], Find All 1, 2, 3, and 4 [PC], Project Cars 3 [PC], Lapin [Xbox Series S], Need For Speed: The Run [PC], Poems & Codes [PC], From Space [Xbox Series S], Tori Dori [PC], a shit-ton of demos
Paula: Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo [Switch], Golf Peaks [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch]
In this special irregular episode, we discuss the wide range of things we've learned from playing video games. The stories and experiences we've encountered through gaming are often a conduit to life lessons and discovering the world around us. They enrich our lives and teach us in unique ways that have lasting effects.
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Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
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The Otome is strong with this one, as Paula stays hooked on threads and colours, while Josh has been coming to grips with pan-dimensional orbs and Tokyo-based hauntings with full mouse and keyboard support. Plus, this week we’re talking about some of those games that we love, but everyone else seems to hate, and why that could be. Followed by an unexpected result in this week’s guessing game!
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:24 - Beaten
00:08:41 - Playing
01:09:23 - Some Games We Love
01:48:00 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Cube Escape Collection (Seasons, The Lake, Arles) [PC], It Takes Two [PS5], Gotham Knights [PC], Cocoon [PC], F.E.A.R. [PC], Kena: Bridge Of Spirits [PS5], Ghostwire Tokyo [PC],
Paula: Wargroove 2 [Switch], Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo [Switch],
It’s October, which brings the HLTB Triple Creature Feature for Game of the Month! Josh and Paula have a chat about the games featured for the month, and what the community are saying. Meanwhile, Paula starts theorising about sticks and strings, while Josh struggles against a janky little 3D platformer. Of course, none of that matters in the end, as it’s Paula’s time to try and gain an even larger lead in our guessing game, but could she have met her match? Have a listen and find out!
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:33 - Beaten
00:19:36 - Retired
00:25:27 - Playing
01:07:27 - Topic
01:20:41 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Lies of P [PC], Adventures of Bertram Fiddle: Episode 1 - A Dreadly Business [PC], Toren [PC], Lords of the Fallen [PC], Kena: Bridge Of Spirits [PS5], Sea Of Stars [PS5], F.E.A.R. [PC],
Paula: Café Enchanté [Switch], The Wandering Village [PC], Hamtaro: Rainbow Rescue [GBA], Golf Peaks [PC], Detective Pikachu [3DS], The Runemaster’s Diary [PC], Winter's Wish: Spirits of Edo [Switch],
What happens when you finish a meaningful gaming experience and are left with a void to fill? This week Paula and Josh discuss this phenomenon, along with their own ways of dealing with the end of a good thing. Meanwhile Josh has been getting emotional and is in love with a puppet, while Paula found herself stranded and poisonous, but still managed to protect her crown, in more ways than one.
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:03 - Beaten
00:42:08 - Retired
00:50:23 - Playing
01:33:20 - Coping With The Void
01:48:17 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Vampire Survivors [PC], Last Call BBS [PC], Moonscars [PC], Disney Dreamlight Valley [Xbox Series S], Lies Of P [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC],
Paula: Kingdom: New Lands [PC], Subsurface Circular [PC], Stranded Deep [PS5], Café Enchanté [Switch], The Wandering Village [PC]
NB: I was going to link the Café Enchanté soundtrack video, but since the podcast recording, the video has been taken down from YouTube.
After diving into the world of souls-bourne rings and knock-offs, this week Paula and Josh are talking about how far they’d go to “get good” and really put in the time to skill-up in difficult games. Then Paula comes in and shows just how good she is at guessing those games in our weekly guessing games… again. I mean, it’s getting ridiculous at this point… we need a nerf.
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:03 - Beaten
00:11:55 - Retired
00:24:36 - Playing
01:18:35 - Getting Good
01:37:27 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: When The Past Was Around [Xbox Series S], Iris Fall [Xbox Series S], GTA Online [PC], GRID Legends [Xbox Series S], Lapin [Xbox Series S], Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty [PC], Lords of the Fallen (2014) [PC]
Paula: Cut the Rope [Android] (a.k.a ad hell), Café Enchanté [Switch], Elden Ring [PC], Kingdom: New Lands [PC], Just Dance 2023 [Switch], Yono and the Celestial Elephants [Switch]
This week Paula has multiple games added to her retirement list, while Josh has delved into Todd Howard’s wonderful world of marketing BS. Together we have a chat about playing sequels, and whether it’s worth playing an entire series to get up to speed. Then of course, Josh attempts to follow up with a perfect guess after last week when Paula nailed the game and achieved a maximum score!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:09 - Beaten
00:28:11 - Retired
00:38:50 - Playing
01:01:07 - Preparing For A Sequel
01:19:18 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Journey [PS5], Metal: Hellsinger [PC], Starfield [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], Elite Dangerous [PC], GTA Online [PC]
Paula: A Short Hike [PC], Lover Pretend [Switch], Townscaper [PC], Ben There, Dan That![PC], Café Enchanté [Switch]
We’re back to the regular programming this week, with a whole bunch of games to talk about and what Josh and Paula thought about September’s HLTB Game of the Month. Then hold onto your hats for a super epic edition of the game guessing game, where Paula goes into overdrive, but will she knock it out of the park, or struggle to find the right title?!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:37 - Beaten
00:21:29 - Retired
00:28:29 - Playing
01:29:16 - HLTB Game Of The Month
01:48:27 - Guess The Game
01:57:03 - Outro
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide [PC], PowerWash Simulator (content update) [PC], Divinity: Original Sin 2 [PC], Sea Of Stars [PS5], Vampire Survivors [PC], Sword & Fairy: Together Forever [Xbox Series S], Baldur’s Gate 3 (had two big patches) [PC], It Takes Two [PS5], GTA V Online [PC]
Paula: Radiant Tale [Switch], Pokemon Sleep [Android], Lover Pretend [Switch]
We’re back to the regular programming this week, with a whole bunch of games to talk about and what Josh and Paula thought about September’s HLTB Game of the Month. Then hold onto your hats for a super epic edition of the game guessing game, where Paula goes into overdrive, but will she knock it out of the park, or struggle to find the right title?!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:03:37 - Beaten
00:21:29 - Retired
00:28:29 - Playing
01:29:16 - HLTB Game Of The Month
01:48:27 - Guess The Game
01:57:03 - Outro
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide [PC], PowerWash Simulator (content update) [PC], Divinity: Original Sin 2 [PC], Sea Of Stars [PS5], Vampire Survivors [PC], Sword & Fairy: Together Forever [Xbox Series S], Baldur’s Gate 3 (had two big patches) [PC], It Takes Two [PS5], GTA V Online [PC]
Paula: Radiant Tale [Switch], Pokemon Sleep [Android], Lover Pretend [Switch]
This week we bring you something different, with a very special guest: Dragonh. Can Josh be convinced that Nintendo have something interesting to offer? Hopefully we can all find out in this discussion about the whys and why-nots of getting into one of the oldest, and arguably most unique, gaming platforms available.
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:28 - Getting To Know Dragonh
00:09:06 - Josh’s Nintendo History
00:12:47 - The Main Event
01:33:15 - Last Words
01:34:27 - Outro
It’s been a productive week of game playing, so we have a few more titles to share, but what about avoiding spoilers and not giving away too much? Our discussion this week explores the perils of avoiding spoilers, both as a gamer, and as someone talking about games on a podcast. Then the episode concludes with our new guessing game, but this time Josh is in the hot seat and trying to figure out the clues behind a very special game.
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:52 - Beaten
00:10:40 - Retired
00:16:24 - Playing
01:08:39 - Avoiding Spoilers
01:38:41 - Guess The Game
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Halo: Combat Evolved (Anniversary Edition) [PC], Monster Jam: Steel Titans [PC], Warhammer: End Times - Vermintide [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], Halo 2 [PC], It Takes Two [PS5]
Paula: Pokemon Auto Chess [Browser], Pokemon Sleep [Android], BUSTAFELLOWS [Switch], Radiant Tale [Switch]
We’re back with another week of gaming talk, and a special report from a game jam that Paula recently took part in. Plus, we take a new podcast game guessing game out for a test drive and see how it works!
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward (intro/outro) and Abatage (incidental)
Graphic design – M4thew and Pokepaw
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:16 - Beaten
00:25:12 - Playing
01:12:52 - Game Jam
01:38:09 - Guess the Game
01:50:18 - Outro
Games Mentioned:
Josh: Wolfenstein: The Old Blood [PC], Baldur’s Gate 3 [PC], Sword and Fairy: Together Forever [Xbox Series S]
Paula: Paradigm Paradox [Switch], Pokemon Auto Chess [Browser], Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo [Switch], BUSTAFELLOWS [Switch], Radiant Tale [Switch]
Welcome to the first episode of Season 3! Paula is back and is accompanied by new host Abatage a.k.a Josh. What better time to make some introductions, discuss what we’ve been playing, and put a challenge out to the HLTB community?!
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Music – Ian Edward
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00:00:00 - Season 3 Go!
00:01:45 - Introductions
00:12:30 - Beaten
00:35:39 - Retired
00:38:39 - Playing
01:26:48 - A Community Challenge
Games Mentioned:
Josh: The Surge [PC], Venba [PC], Guacamelee STCE [PC], Ghost Recon Breakpoint [PC], Dordogne [Xbox][, Road 96 [Xbox], BABBDI [PC], Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty [Xbox]
Paula: Tri Force Heroes (multiplayer) [3DS], Pokemon Auto Chess [Browser], Paradigm Paradox [Switch], Winter’s Wish: Spirits of Edo (a.k.a KimiYuki) [Switch]
The last episode of Season 2 is upon us. Once more, join Ric, Alex, and Paula as they discuss the games they’ve beaten/retired/played this week, as well as the past, present, and future of the podcast. Stick around for one final installment of How Long To Beat? The Game!... and stay tuned for Season 3!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:38 - Beaten
00:28:59 - Retired
00:36:58 - Playing
01:20:06 - Past, Present, Future
02:01:32 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Handshakes (Browser), Frog Detective (PC), Before Your Eyes (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), Casual Birder (Playdate), Illumination (Playdate), Whitewater Wipeout (Playdate), Necro Crisis (Playdate), Bloom (Playdate), A Joke That’s Worth 0.99$ (Playdate), WORD TRIP (Playdate), Grand Tour Legends (Playdate), Marvel Snap (Android), Radiant Historia (DS), Muramasa Rebirth (Vita), Yoku’s Island Express (Switch), Redtape (PC)
Alex: Inventory Hero [Playdate], Saturday Edition [Playdate], Snak [Playdate], Sasquatchers [Playdate], Battleship Godios [Playdate], b360 [Playdate], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Garden Story [Steam Deck], A Little to the Left [PC], Sticky Business [PC], Spellcorked [Playdate], Ratcheteer [Playdate]
Paula: Cube Escape Paradox [PC], Pokemon Auto Chess [Browser], Pokemon Yellow: Special Pikachu Edition [3DS], Paradigm Paradox [Switch]
Welcome back listeners! As always Ric, Alex, and Paula talk about the games they’ve beaten/retired/been playing - with a rant about Paula’s new obsession -, and then talk about this week’s topic: early access. They then finish off the episode with the second to last round of HowLongToBeat? The Game!
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- Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:05 - Beaten
00:20:48 - Retired - Wait, Alex forgot something
00:26:25 - Retired - For real this time
00:27:25: - Playing
00:47:00 - Summer/Vacation Gaming
01:24:46 - HLTB The Game
Links:
https://www.humblebundle.com/games/cozy-games
Games Mentioned:
Alex: A Short Hike [Steam Deck], Tails of Iron [Steam Deck], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Garden Story [Steam Deck], A Little to the Left [PC]
Ric: Jack Bros (Virtual Boy), Revita (Switch), To Hell With The Ugly (PC), Melatonin (Switch), Marvel Snap (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Muramasa Rebirth (Vita)
Paula: Pokemon Auto Chess [Browser], Paradigm Paradox [Switch],
Welcome back listeners! This week’s topic - nestled between our regular beaten/retired/playing and HowLongToBeat? The Game! segments - sees hosts Ric, Alex, and Paula discussing the joys of holiday/summer gaming. Apologies, there was a small segment that got corrupted so you might hear a tiny skip during the topic!
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- Graphic design – M4thew
Timestamps:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:16 - Beaten
- 00:00:00 - Retired
- 00:21:38: - Playing
- 00:47:15 - Summer/Vacation Gaming
- 01:13:48 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe (PS2), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan), Marvel Snap (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Jack Bros (Virtual Boy), Revita (Switch), To Hell With The Ugly (PC),
Alex: Transiruby [Switch], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Garden Story [Steam Deck], Tails of Iron [Steam Deck]
Paula: Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Hatoful Boyfriend [PC], Subsurface Circular [PC], Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos [PC], Pokemon Auto Chess [Browser]
This week’s episode description was not written by ChatGPT… But it could have been! This week’s topic - nestled between our regular beaten/retired/playing and HowLongToBeat? The Game! segments - sees hosts Ric, Alex, and Paula discussing the potential futures of AI in gaming.
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:26 - Beaten
00:30:33 - Retired
00:35:26 - Playing
01:08:13 - AI in gaming
01:31:26 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: NUTS (Switch), The Multi-Medium (PC), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan), Jack Bros (Virtual Boy), The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe (PS2), Revita (Switch)
Alex: The Case of the Golden Idol [PC], Golden Idol Mysteries: The Spider of Lanka [PC], Haiku the Robot [Steam Deck], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Transiruby [Switch], Tails of Iron [Steam Deck]
Paula: The Oregon Trail (1985) [Browser], Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Hatoful Boyfriend [PC], Warcraft III: Reign of Chaos [PC]
This week Alex, Paula, and Ric talk about games they've beaten, retired and are playing before diving into the rabbit hole of childhood games. They wrap it up with another round of How Long to Beat? The Game!
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:49 - Beaten
00:40:25 - Retired
00:48:00 - Playing
01:21:00 - Childhood games
01:47:44 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: JYDGE (PC), The Bookwalker (PC), Sword of the Vagrant (Switch), Gato Roboto (Vita), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan), NUTS (Switch), Jack Bros (Virtual Boy), The Multi-Medium (PC), The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe (PS2)
Alex: Growing Up [Steam Deck], Cult of the Lamb [Steam Deck], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Haiku the Robot [Steam Deck]
Paula: Terra Nil [PC], The Password Game [Browser], Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Hatoful Boyfriend [PC]
It's Steam Next Fest time! This week Alex, Paula, and Ric talk games they've beaten, retired and are playing before diving into some demos from SNF. They wrap it up with another round of How Long to Beat? The Game!
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Music – Ian Edward Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:03 - Beaten 00:22:55 - Retired 00:25:25 - Playing 01:18:25 - Steam Next Fest 01:53:20 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Toodee and Topdee (Switch), Negative Nancy (Switch), Say No! More (PC), Forgive Me Father (PC), Smile For Me (PC), JYDGE (PC), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan), Sword of the Vagrant (Switch),
Alex: Melatonin [Steam Deck], Ring of Pain [Steam Deck], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Growing Up [Steam Deck], Cult of the Lamb [Steam Deck]
Paula: Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Hatoful Boyfriend [PC]
Steam Next Fest Games: En Garde!, Laika: Aged Through Blood, Sword Hero, Toziuha Night: Order of the Alchemists, Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical, Ambition of the Slimes 2, A Tiny Sticker Tale, Ducky’s Delivery Service, The Cosmic Wheel Sisterhood, Wargroove 2
How do we pick the games we buy and/or play? This week (alongside the usual coverage of beaten/retired/playing and How Long To Beat? The Game!) Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss this very question.
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Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:57 - Beaten
00:04:58 - Retired
00:14:13 - Playing
00:49:34 - How we Pick Games
01:05:48 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Paranormasight (Switch), Melatonin (Switch), Marvel Snap (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), JYDGE (PC), Forgive Me Father (PC), Radiant Historia (DS), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan), Toodee and Topdee (Switch), Smile For Me (PC)
Alex: Smile For Me [Steam Deck], Jack Move (Steam Deck), Assassin’s Creed Origins [Xbox], Star Wars: Jedi Survivor [Xbox], Melatonin [Steam Deck], Ring of Pain [Steam Deck], Growing Up [Steam Deck]
Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch], Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Lover Pretend [Switch]
Alex, Ric, and Paula once again delve into what they're playing and have beaten before talking about - for once - a trending topic: the Summer Game Fest! They then finish the episode off by playing another round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:01:57 - Beaten
00:14:55 - Retired
00:18:02 - Playing
01:27:31 - Summer Game Fest
02:00:45 - HLTB The Game
The Game Games Mentioned:
Alex: Yakuza 3 Remastered [Steam Deck], Smile For Me [Steam Deck], Assassin’s Creed Origins [Xbox]
Ric: The Final Station (Switch), The Final Station: The Only Traitor DLC (Switch), Marvel Snap (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), JYDGE (PC), Forgive Me Father (PC), Radiant Historia (DS), Paranormasight (Switch), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan),
Paula: inbento[Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch], Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Lover Pretend [Switch]
Alex, Ric, and Paula once again delve into what they're playing and have beaten before talking about things younger gamers have missed out on before playing another round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com Music – Ian Edward Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:07 - Beaten 00:04:34 - Playing 00:28:22 - What the Youngin's Miss 01:05:10 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned: Ric: Muramasa Rebirth: Genroku Legends - Fishy Tales of the Nekomata (Vita), FF VII Remake (PS4), JYDGE (PC), Forgive Me Father (PC), Radiant Historia (DS), Paranormasight (Switch), The Final Station (Switch), Klonoa: Moonlight Museum (WonderSwan),
Alex: Yakuza 3 Remastered [Steam Deck]
Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch]
In addition to your regularly scheduled update on Alex, Ric, and Paula’s beaten, retired, and currently playing games, this week the gang provide an update on the future of the podcast, as well as the latest installment of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:07 - Beaten
00:12:48 - Retired
00:26:31 - Playing
01:11:45 - Future of the Pod
01:25:17 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Adventure 1 (Switch), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Forgive Me Father (PC), Paranormasight (Switch), JYDGE (PC)
Alex: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch], Yakuza 3 Remastered [Steam Deck]
Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch], Pokemon Emerald [GBA]
Alex, Ric and Paula are back once again to discuss the games they’ve beaten, retired and been playing, with a big Tears of the Kingdom tangent. This week they talk about gaming peripherals and, of course, they finish the episode off with another round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:57 - Beaten
00:08:18 - Retired
00:13:00 - Playing
00:57:50 - Gaming Peripherals
01:20:25 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Alex: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Moonscars [Steam Deck]
Ric: Who’s Lila? (PC), Muramasa Rebirth: Genroku Legends - A Cause to Daikon For (Vita), The Swapper (Vita), Grim Guardians: Demon Purge (Switch), Daily Dadish (Android), Marvel Snap (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Adventure 1 (Switch), Forgive Me Father (PC),
Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch]
This month marks 100 installments of the HLTB Video Game Book Club, encompassing 133 games since 2015! To celebrate, Ric, Paula, and Alex dedicated this week’s topic to looking back at some of their favourite Book Club memories… alongside the usual beaten/retired/playing and HowLongToBeat: The Game! Segments, of course. HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:20 - Beaten
- 00:11:39 - Retired
- 00:18:40 - Playing
- 01:10:45 - 100th GotM!
- 01:32:35 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:Ric: Railways of Love (Android), GrimGrimoire OnceMore (Switch), Aliens Infestation (DS), The Church in the Darkness (PC), Metal Unit (PC), ish (Android), Marvel Snap (Android), Myst: The Book of Atrus (Book), FF VII Remake (PS4), Radiant Historia (DS), Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Adventure 1 (Switch), Rocket League (PC), Grim Guardians: Demon Purge (Switch), Muramasa Rebirth: Genroku Legends - A Cause to Daikon For (Vita), Alex: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Advance Wars 1&2 Re-boot Camp [Switch], Moonscars [Steam Deck] Paula: Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], Café Enchanté [Switch], Pokemon Emerald [GBA], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom [Switch]
Microsoft has been taking some massive Ls over the past month. Ric, Paula, and Alex spend some time looking over what's gone wrong and make some predictions for the future of Xbox… alongside the usual beaten/retired/playing and HowLongToBeat: The Game! Segments, of course. HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:37 - Beaten00:11:44 - Retired00:14:41 - Playing00:49:37 - Xbox’s Month of Ls01:16:25 - HLTB: The Game01:23:40 - Just Paula being rude afGames Mentioned:Ric: Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 (Switch), Myst: The Book of Atrus (Book), FF VII Remake (PS4), GrimGrimoire OnceMore (Switch), Radiant Historia (DS), Aliens Infestation (DS), Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Adventure 1 (Switch), Alex: Advance Wars [Switch], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Advance Wars 1&2 Re-boot Camp [Switch], Moonscars [Steam Deck] Paula: The Last Nurse Joy [PC], Citizen Sleeper [PC], OMORI [PC], Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], Café Enchanté [Switch], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming to be a pokemon master) [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch],
Welcome back to our podcast’s regular schedule, where Paula, Ric and Alex talk about the games they’ve beaten, retired and been playing. This week’s topic is one out of Paula’s whims: What is UI? What makes it good/bad? What’s in the hall of fame or in the wall of shame? So many questions and so little time! But they, as always make some time for another round of everyone’s favorite: How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:05 - Beaten
00:24:05 - Retired
00:31:27 - Playing
01:20:30 - UI and UX
01:46:30 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Paula: The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog [PC], Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], Café Enchanté [Switch], Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch],
Ric: South Park: The Stick of Truth (PC), SUITS: A Business RPG (PC), Ys Origin (Vita), Knights in the Nightmare (PSP), Moonscars (PC), Myst: The Book of Atrus (Book), FF VII Remake (PS4), GrimGrimoire OnceMore (Switch), Rocket League (PC), Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 (Switch), Radiant Historia (DS), Aliens Infestation (DS), Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Adventure 1 (Switch),
Alex: Marvel’s Midnight Suns [Steam Deck], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Advance Wars 1&2 Re-boot Camp [Switch], Moonscars [Steam Deck] Vampire Survivors [Steam Deck]
Links:
BOTW UI: https://media.discordapp.net/attachments/743889238491136151/743889650200084561/f7b495b2-58b3-48f3-981c-706d35d23030.png?width=888&height=498
Time for the next installment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.The gang sits down to discuss the April Fool's Day release of "The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog". Paula, Ric and Alex go into full spoiler mode for this one and we recommend that you play through the game once at least first before listening! It is free after all! Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:30 - Spoiler Talk00:39:30 - April Fool’s Games
Did you know that HowLongToBeat has a Collections feature? Friend of the podcast R2D21999 did, because he’s made some, and this week Ric, Paula, and Alex took a look at them. They did this after discussing their beaten/retired/currently playing games, but before kicking off a new game of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:23 - Beaten
00:12:57 - Retired
00:19:48 - Playing
01:12:43 - Topic: LISTS!
01:41:12 - HLTB: The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Super UFO Fighter (PC), Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights (Switch), The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog (PC), Samurai Bringer (PC), Blaster Master Zero (3DS), FF VII Remake (PS4), South Park: The Stick of Truth (PC), Knights in the Nightmare (PSP), GrimGrimoire OnceMore (Switch), Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 (Switch), Ys Origin (Vita), Radiant Historia (DS)
Alex: Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Vampire Survivors [Steam Deck], Marvel’s Midnight Suns [Steam Deck]
Paula: Citizen Sleeper [PC], OMORI [PC], Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], Café Enchanté [Switch], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming to be a pokemon master) [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], The Last Nurse Joy [PC], The Murder of Sonic the Hedgehog [PC]
It's another beefy episode this week as Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the games Ric has beaten, Alex has retired, and what everyone has been playing. The gang then tackles the (relevant) topic of post-launch microtransactions, before rounding things with a game of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:01 - Beaten
00:04:10 - Retired
00:10:09 - Playing
01:17:00 - Naughty, Naughty Capcom
01:40:25 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Alex: Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], Gotham Knights [Steam Deck], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Spyro Reignited Trilogy [Steam Deck], Marvel’s Midnight Suns [Steam Deck]
Ric: Muramasa Rebirth (Vita), FF VII Remake (PS4), South Park: The Stick of Truth (PC), Knights in the Nightmare (PSP), GrimGrimoire OnceMore (Switch), Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights (Switch), Marvel Ultimate Alliance 3 (Switch), Blaster Master Zero (3DS), Ys Origin (Vita),
Paula: Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], Café Enchanté [Switch], Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch]
This week, it's not just Ric who's beaten a game! Alex beat one too! Alongside the regular segments, this week’s topic is the dwindling position of E3. Literally, AS we were recording, news dropped that E3 was cancelled this year so don't blame us for not knowing hehe. We then wrap up with this week’s edition of How Long To Beat? The Game! HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:16 - Beaten00:14:21 - Retired00:16:01 - Playing01:05:30 - E3 Doomed?01:23:35 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Ric: KIDS (PC), Desta: The Memories Between (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), Muramasa Rebirth (Vita), South Park: The Stick of Truth (PC), Knights in the Nightmare (PSP), GrimGrimoire OnceMore (Switch), Alex: Dead Space [Xbox], Theatrhythm Final Bar Line [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox], Gotham Knights [Steam Deck], Dorf Romantik [Steam Deck], Spyro Reignited Trilogy [Steam Deck]Paula: Animal Crossing New Horizons [Switch], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming to be a pokemon master) [Switch], Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], Café Enchanté [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch],
This week, Ric carries the show as the only host to have completions. Paula has one retirement, and Alex only has currently playing games. Alongside the regular segments, this week’s topic is the impending (at the time of recording) closure of the 3DS/WiiU eShops and defunct games more generally. This week’s edition of How Long To Beat? The Game! Is the second slice of bread making up the podcast sandwich.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:25 - Beaten00:10:42 - Retired00:21:23 - Playing01:12:17 - Defunct games01:30:05 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Ric: The Past Within (PC), Shotgun King: The Final Checkmate (PC), COCKHEAD (PC), Get to the Orange Door (PC), Mark of the Ninja: Remastered (Switch), Front Mission (DS), Daily Dadish (Android), Marvel Snap (Android), FF VII Remake (PS4), Desta: The Memories Between (Android), Muramasa Rebirth (Vita), South Park: The Stick of Truth (PC)Alex: Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], Theatrhythm Final Bar Line [Switch], Dead Space [Xbox], Resident Evil 4 Remake [Xbox]Paula: Magikarp Jump [Android], Animal Crossing New Horizons [Switch], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming to be a pokemon master) [Switch], Citizen Sleeper [PC], Chaos;Head Noah [PC], Steins; Gate [Vita], OMORI [PC], Café Enchanté [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch]
It's another beefy episode this week as Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the games they've beaten, retired, and are currently playing. The gang then tackles an unusual topic, that being knowledge-based unlocks. What are they? Are they tasty? before rounding things with a game of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
Edit:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:00:51 - Beaten
00:07:43 - Retired
00:15:53 - Playing
01:12:06 - Knowledge-Based Unlocks
01:34:05 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned
Ric: Gummy Shooter (PC), GUTLESS (Browser), Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars (Switch), Tokyo 42 (PC), FF VII Remake (PS4), Desta: The Memories Between (Android), Mark of the Ninja: Remastered (Switch), Front Mission (DS), Muramasa Rebirth (Vita),
Alex: Hi-Fi Rush [Xbox], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], Theatrhythm Final Bar Line [Switch], Dead Space [Xbox]
Paula: Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Citizen Sleeper [PC], Magikarp Jump [Android], Chaos;Head Noah [PC]
It's another beefy episode this week as Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the games they've beaten, retired, and are currently playing. The gang then tackles an actual current news story about the controversy surrounding the word JRPG before rounding things with a game of How Long To Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:35 - Beaten00:28:29 - Retired00:41:13 - Playing01:37:17 - JRPGs Defamatory?02:05:21 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Ric: Kururin Paradise (GBA), Hi-Fi Rush (PC), You Suck at Parking (PC), FF VII Remake (PS4), Muramasa Rebirth (Vita), Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars (Switch), Tokyo 42 (PC), Desta: The Memories Between (Android), Marvel Snap (Android), Alex: Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Resident Evil [Boss Fight Books], Mario & Rabbids Sparks of Hope [Switch], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], Theatrhythm Final Bar Line [Switch], Dead Space [Xbox], Hi-Fi Rush [Xbox]Paula: Astro’s Playroom [PS5], Magikarp Jump [Android], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming to be a pokemon master) [Switch], Pokemon Live (TCG) [PC]
It’s a game-heavy episode of the HowLongToBeat podcast this week, as Ric, Alex, and Paula have played/retired/beaten a ludicrous amount of games! In addition, in this week’s topic they are recommending games (and otomes) to each other before concluding with this week’s edition of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:16 - Beaten
00:34:46 - Retired
00:50:01 - Playing
01:55:27 - Recommend Me A Game!
02:22:04 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Wavetale (Switch), Pixel Puzzle Makeout League (PC), Beyond a Steel Sky (Switch), Monkey Warp (Browser), TowerBag (Browser), is it that deep, bro? (Browser), Unheard (PC), Light Crusader (Genesis), Crypt of the Necrodancer (Vita), The Joylancer: Legendary Motor Knight (PC), Klonoa 2: Lunatea’s Veil (PS2), Alien Soldier (Genesis), Spinfrog (Switch), Kururin Paradise (GBA), FF VII Remake (PS4), Hi-Fi Rush (PC)
Alex: Cube Escape: Paradox [Android], Gears of War: Ultimate Edition [Xbox], Dead Space [Xbox], Hi-Fi Rush [Xbox], Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Mario & Rabbids Sparks of Hope [Switch], Rusty Lake: Hotel [Android]
Paula: Cube Escape Collection [PC], Jurassic World Evolution 2 [PC], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming for pokedex completion) [Switch], Pokemon Showdown [PC], Café Enchanté [Switch] (replay), Chaos; Head NOAH [PC], Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], Magikarp Jump [Android], The Last of Us Remastered [PS5], Overcooked 2 [PS5 & Switch], Demon Souls [PS5], Astro’s Playroom [PS5]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex discuss the Visual Novel genre! As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five-game recommendations to the table for first-time players and genre veterans!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
Time Codes:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:06:33 - Intro Game
00:17:49 - Foundational Game
00:28:32 - Interesting Take on the Genre
00:37:25 - Definitive Modern Interpretation
00:45:15 - Hidden Gem or Acquired Taste
Games Mentioned:
Ric: 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Root Letter, Zero Escape: Virtue’s Last Reward, VA-11 Hall-A, Danganronpa: Trigger Happy Havoc, Subsurface Circular, Space Court
Alex: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, 999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors; Doki Doki Literature Club!, Trauma Team Gyakuten Kenji 2 (Ace Attorney Investigations 2), The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles, Paradise Killer, Aviary Attorney
Paula: Code:Realize - Guardian of Rebirth, Collar x Malice, Famicon Detective Club, Steins;Gate, 999: Nine Hours, Nine Persons, Nine Doors; 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Norn9: Var Commons, Danganronpa 2: Goodbye Despair, Hatoful Boyfriend, Bad Apple Wars
This week on the HowLongToBeat podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula discussed the games they played together during Steam Next Fest. The topic comes after the games they completed and are currently playing, but before this week’s edition of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timestamps:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:20 - Beaten
- 00:21:41 - Playing
- 01:39:49 - Steam Next Fest
- 01:58:35 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
- Ric: Dead Space (Vita), Donut County (PC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), Ghost Squad (Wii), Daily Dadish (Android), Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n Fun (Switch), FF VII Remake (PS4), Klonoa 2: Lunatea’s Veil (PS2), Hi-Fi Rush (PC), Wavetale (Switch), Crypt of the Necrodancer (Vita), Light Crusader (Genesis)
- Alex: Gears of War: Ultimate Edition [Xbox], Dead Space [Xbox], Hi-Fi Rush [Xbox], Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Mario & Rabbids Sparks of Hope [Switch]
- Paula: Tetris [GB | NSO], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming for pokedex completion) [Switch], Pokemon Showdown [PC], Café Enchanté [Switch] (replay), Chaos; Head NOAH [PC] (just starting), Fire Emblem Engage [Switch], The White Door [PC]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex discuss the 2D Platformer genre! As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five-game recommendations to the table for first-time players and genre veterans!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
Time Codes:
00:00:00 - Introduction
00:03:33 - Intro Game
00:10:15 - Foundational Game
00:18:32 - Interesting Take on the Genre
00:28:25 - Definitive Modern Interpretation
00:37:33 - Hidden Gem or Acquired Taste
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Dadish, Ninja Five-0, Mutant Mudds Deluxe, Mark of the Ninja, Sound Shapes, Shovel Knight, BOXBOY, Henry Hatsworth, Alice in Wonderland (DS)
Alex: Super Mario Land 2: Six Golden Coins, The Artful Escape, Shovel Knight, Limbo, Braid, Celeste, Ninja Five-0, Ghost ‘n Goblins
Paula: The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince, Kirby’s Dreamland, Super Mario Bros, Ori and the Blind Forest, What Lies in the Multiverse, Shovel Knight, Gris
This week on the HowLongToBeat podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula (who described this week’s topic as “a big mistake”) discuss the many varied ways animals. The topic comes after the games they completed, retired, and are currently playing, but before this week’s edition of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:29 - Beaten
00:24:50- Retired
00:29:31 - Playing
01:32:29 - Animals in Games
01:47:38 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Citizen Sleeper (PC), Part-Time UFO (Switch), Bladed Fury (PC), Rhythm Sprout (Switch), Sludge Life (PC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), FF VII Remake (PS4), Klonoa 2: Lunatea’s Veil (PS2), Dead Space (Vita), Hi-Fi Rush (PC), Taiko no Tatsujin: Drum ‘n Fun (Switch), Daily Dadish (Android)
Alex: Gears of War: Ultimate Edition [Xbox], Dead Space [Xbox], Hi-Fi Rush [Xbox], Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Mario & Rabbids Sparks of Hope [Switch]
Paula: Zelda II: The Adventure of Link [NSO], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming for pokedex completion) [Switch], Pokemon Showdown [PC], Café Enchanté [Switch] (replay), The Red Strings Club [PC], Chaos; Head NOAH [PC] (just starting), Operation Tango [PC], Pokemon Yellow [3DS]
This week on the HowLongToBeat podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula discuss what makes a game "modern"? As usual, the gang discusses the games they beaten, retired, and are currently playing before a new round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Time Codes:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:22 - Beaten
- 00:13:22 - Retired
- 00:21:25 - Playing
- 01:02:09 - When is a Game No Longer Modern?
- 01:33:11 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
- Ric: Hextech Mayhem: A League of Legends Story (Android), Jelly Car Worlds (Switch), Part-Time UFO (Switch), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), FF VII Remake (PS4), Citizen Sleeper (PC), Klonoa 2: Lunatea’s Veil (PS2), Dead Space (Vita),
- Alex: Cube Escape: Theatre, The Cave [Mobile], Samsara Room [Mobile], Citizen Sleeper [PC], Persona 5 Strikers [Switch], Chained Echoes [Xbox], Pokemon Prism [GBC], Gears of War: Ultimate Edition [Xbox], Dead Space [Xbox], Hi-Fi Rush [Xbox], Cube Escape Paradox [Mobile]
- Paula: Pokemon Scarlet [Switch], Pokemon Showdown [PC]
This week on the HowLongToBeat podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula discuss the mystery surrounding video games for the outside observer. Any observers of this episode will also see the games they completed, retired, and are currently playing, as well as a somewhat irrelevant instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:15 - Beaten
00:38:10 - Retired
00:53:42 - Playing
01:25:19 - Games as a mystery
01:49:18 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Bendy and the Ink Machine (PC), Welcome to Elk (Switch), The Year After (GB), Black Castle (GB), Cookies Bakery (GB), Mud Warriors (GB), Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars (Switch), Eiyuden Chronicles: Rising (Switch), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), FF VII Remake (PS4), Citizen Sleeper (PC), Jelly Car Worlds (Switch)
Alex: Cube Escape: Seasons, The Lake, Arles, Harvey’s Box, Case 23, The Mill, Birthday [Mobile], Nobody Saves The World [Xbox], Citizen Sleeper [PC], Persona 5 Strikers [Switch], Pokemon Prism [GBC], Gears of War: Ultimate Edition [Xbox], Cube Escape: Theatre [Mobile], Chained Echoes [Xbox]
Paula: Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator [PC], Rusty Lake Hotel [PC], Rusty Lake Roots[PC], Rusty Lake Paradise[PC], Unlock The Cat [PC], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming for pokedex completion) [Switch], Valkyria Chronicles [Switch], The White Door [PC], Bear and Breakfast [PC]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis. If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com. In this episode of NG+, returning guest Abatage guides Ric, Paula, and Alex in looking back at the 2022 Fantasy Critic League.
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:30 - How has it been different?
00:15:00 - Strategy
00:28:00 - Disappointed
00:43:58 - Roster
01:14:46 - 2023
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, returning guest Dunedad joins Alex, Paula, and Ric as they unwrap the twelve days of Itchmas. Itchmas was an event held on HLTB where for 12 (technically 15, shh) days, a new game on Itch was revealed for everyone to play. We discuss all the games and reveal the top 3 games as chosen by the community!
Timecodes:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:00:54 - What is Itchmas?
- 00:04:15 - 1. Dead Estate Classic
- 00:09:59 - 2. Hot Pot Panic
- 00:15:50 - 3. ◫
- 00:25:28 - 4. We Become What We Behold
- 00:30:55 - 5. The Year After
- 00:35:25 - 6. Sisão
- 00:40:49 - 7. Anger Foot
- 00:49:51 - 8. Marie’s Room
- 00:54:54 - 9. I accidentally insulted a witch…
- 00:58:50 - 10. Null (2022)
- 01:04:00 - 11. Kuro (2022)
- 01:07:50 - 12. Black Castle
- 01:14:20 - 13. Nothing To Say
- 01:19:55 - 14. Cookie’s Bakery
- 01:24:00 - 15. Resonance of the Ocean
- 01:29:29 - Bonus: Flies in a Jar
- 01:31:20 - Bingo Stats!
- 01:33:47 - The 3 Itch’s of the Wise HLTBers
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
Happy New Year… and Happy Episode 100!! Between the usual beaten/retired/playing coverage and a new instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!, Ric, Alex, and Paula look back on 100 episodes of the podcast. Let us know what your favourite moments or memories were in the comments below!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:32 - Beaten
00:46:14 - Retired
00:57:28 - Playing
01:19:30 - 100 Episodes Reflection
01:39:07 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Mario & Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Switch), Like No Other: The Legend of the Twin Books (Switch), Hyper Princess Pitch (Vita), F.I.S.T: Forged in Shadow Torch (Switch), Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One (PS3), Tokyo Jungle (PS3), Zenge (Android), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), FF VII Remake (PS4), Citizen Sleeper (PC), Voice of Cards: The Isle Dragon Roars (Switch), Welcome to Elk (Switch)
Alex: Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales [PC], Severed Steel [PC], Halo Infinite [Xbox], Citizen Sleeper [PC], Persona 5 Strikers [Switch], Pokemon Prism [GBC], Gears of War: Ultimate Edition [Xbox]
Paula: A Castle Full of Cats [PC], Pokemon Scarlet (main story) [Switch], Assemble With Care [PC], Guardian Tales [Android], Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator [PC], Pokemon Scarlet (aiming for pokedex completion) [Switch]
Merry Christmas! Last week, Alex, Paula, and Ric reflected on the games they played in 2022. This week, they talk about the games they plan to tackle in 2023! Will they be able to stick to their plans this time around? You’ll have to wait until next year to find out! They finish off this special episode with another round of HLTB?: The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:07 - Beaten
00:13:04 - Retired
00:16:41 - Playing
00:57:57 - 2023 Plans
01:21:11 - HLTB The Game
Links:
Ballot: https://www.rcv123.org/ballot/rPk2phdWc7C2R59guRCkcF
Results: https://www.rcv123.org/results/rPk2phdWc7C2R59guRCkcF
Games Mentioned:
Alex: Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands [Xbox], Return to Monkey Island [PC], Citizen Sleeper [PC], Halo Infinite [Xbox], Persona 5 Strikers [Switch]
Ric: Dynamite Headdy (Genesis), Record of Lodoss War: Deedlit in Wonder Labyrinth (PC), He Fucked the Girl out of Me (GBC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), FF VII Remake (PS4), Mario & Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Switch), Tokyo Jungle (PS3), Citizen Sleeper (PC),
Paula: Guardian Tales [Android], Pokemon White [DS], Guitar Hero World Tour [PC], Zelda II: The Adventure of Link [NSO], Terraria [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator [PC], Escape Academy [PC]
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again with the year's most anticipated awards show ever: the HLTB Podcast's GOTY Awards! We go through all your favourite categories we introduced last year and reflect on the games we played in 2022. There are some real gems in here! We finish it off with another round of HLTB?: The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timestamps:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:05 - GOTY 2022
- 00:08:02 - Best Games played in 2022
- 00:19:05 - Most Underrated 00:26:34 - Biggest Stinker Played
- 00:30:36 - Biggest Stinker Completed
- 00:39:00 - Most 2022 game of 2022
- 00:44:45 - Guilty Pleasure
- 00:51:30 - Most Surprisingly Sexual Game
- 00:56:30 - Unexpected Game you Loved
- 01:04:00 - Wished hadn’t retired/backlogged
- 01:06:53 - Most Anticipated 2023
- 01:17:06 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
- Ric: Neon White, Shovel Knight, Going Under, Little Noah: Scion of Paradise, Axolotl is Dry, Panzer Dragoon: Remake, Live a Live, Rocket League, Risk of Rain 2, Twelve Minutes, Immortality, Guacamelee! 2, Cuphead, Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle, Trek to Yomi, Metal Slug 3D, N1-RV Ann-A, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, FF XVI
- Alex: Neon White, Inscryption, Lost Judgment, Strange Horticulture, Star Wars: Rebel Assault II: The Hidden Empire, Buddy Simulator 1984, It Takes Two, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond, Picross: Lord of the Nazarick, The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante, Crusader Kings III, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Like a Dragon: Ishin
- Paula: What Lies in the Multiverse, It Takes Two, The Room 4: Old Sins, Railbound, while True: Learn(), Twelve Minutes, Timberborn, Pokemon Shining Pearl, Cupid Parasite, Strange Horticulture, Myst, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again to talk about the games they've beaten, retired, and are playing. This week’s topic is ‘intense gaming moments’, and the show is rounded out with an appropriately intense round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:08 - Beaten
00:11:28 - Retired
00:20:00 - Playing
00:56:58 - Intense Gaming Moments
01:23:14 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Severed Steel (PC), Towaga: Among Shadows (PC), TumbleSeed (PC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), FF VII Remake (PS4), Mario & Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Switch), Tokyo Jungle (PS3), Dynamite Headdy (Genesis)
Alex: Hot Pot Panic [PC], Dead Estate Classic [PC], Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia [NDS], Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands [Xbox], Return to Monkey Island [PC], Persona 5 Strikers [Switch]
Paula: Guardian Tales [Android], PokeMMO [PC], Pokemon White [DS], Guitar Hero World Tour [PC], Zelda II: The Adventure of Link [NSO]
Links:
https://github.com/DamnXitri/RF4-DCompendiumToRDF
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again to talk about the games they've beaten, retired and been playing. They then talk about the new Pokemon releases and how buggy they are and: is the Switch lacking power?, before finishing it all off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:13 - Beaten
00:39:10 - Retired
00:48:20 - Playing
01:25:33 - The Pokemon of it All
01:39:39 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Alex: Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor [Xbox], Pentiment [Xbox], Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery [PC], The Lord of the Rings Tactics [PSP], Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands [Xbox], Return to Monkey Island [PC], Persona 5 Strikers [Switch]
Ric: Yu Yu Hakusho - Makyou Toitsusen (Mega Drive), Transiruby (Switch), Minoria (PC), Adios (PC), Little Noah: Scion of Paradise (Switch), Steel Assault (Switch), Haven Park (Switch), Mind Scanners (PC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), Severed Steel (PC), FF VII Remake (PS4), Mario & Rabbids Kingdom Battle (Switch),
Paula: Pokewilds [PC], Guardian Tales [Android], PokeMMO [PC], Pokemon White [DS], Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth [Vita], Zelda II: The Adventure of Link [NSO]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex discuss the Strategy RPG genre! As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five-game recommendations to the table for first-time players and genre veterans!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Time Codes:
- 00:00:00 - Introduction
- 00:03:24 - Intro Game
- 00:09:15 - Foundational Game
- 00:18:21 - Interesting Take on the Genre
- 00:26:10 - Definitive Modern Interpretation
- 00:34:17 - Hidden Gem or Acquired Taste
- 00:46:00 - Outro
Games Mentioned:
- Ric: Might & Magic: Clash of Heroes, Project X Zone, Final Fantasy Tactics A2: Grimoire of the Rift, Valkyria Chronicles II, Lost Dimension, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, XCOM: Enemy Unknown, Luminous Arc, Valkyrie Profile: Covenant of the Plume.
- Alex: Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle, Triangle Strategy, Valkyria Chronicles, Wasteland 3, Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun, Shadowrun Returns
- Paula: Fire Emblem: Awakening, Wargroove, Banner Saga Trilogy, Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Survivor Overclocked, Pokemon Conquest
This week Ric, Alex, and Paula are joined by community member knalb AKA Tom! He brings with him a humorous topic, a fresh round of Guest The Game, and weighs in on the usual podcast content, including How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:02:04 - Guest Interview
00:14:39 - Beaten
00:35:13 - Retired
00:43:14 - Playing
01:39:42 - Humour in Games
01:53:43 - Guest the Game
01:59:40 - HLTB: The Game!
Games Mentioned:
Tom: Doom(2016) [PC], Elden Ring [PC], Borderlands [PS3], Borderlands: The Zombie Island of Doctor Ned [PS3], Crusader Kings 2 [PC], Rocksmith (2014) [PS4], Rock Band 4 [PS4], Euro Truck Simulator 2 [PC], American Truck Simulator [PC], Borderlands: Mad Moxxi’s Underdome Riot [PS3]
Ric: Rocket League (PC), Devil Daggers (PC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), Little Noah: Scion of Paradise (Switch), Severed Steel (PC)
Alex: The Lord of the Rings Tactics [PSP], Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor [Xbox], Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia [NDS], Frog Detective: The Entire Mystery [PC]
Paula: Guardian Tales [Android], Pokewilds [PC], Pokemon White [DS], Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth [Vita]
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again to talk about the games they've beaten, retired and been playing. They then talk about fixing their favorite game (can they fix perfection?), before finishing it all off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:10 - Beaten
00:19:50 - Retired
00:44:43 - Playing
01:19:54 - Fixing our favourite games
01:52:51 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned (Chronological):
Guacamelee 2 (PS4), Rhapsody (Switch), The Ninja Saviors: Return of the Warriors (PS4), Mighty Switch Force! 2 (3DS), Automatoys (Android), Crusader Kings III [PC], Donkey Kong Country (SNES, via 3DS Virtual Console), Resident Evil 2 (PC), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Metal Slug 3D (PS2), Guardian Tales [Android], Pokewilds [PC], Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor [Xbox], Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia [NDS], The Lord of the Rings Tactics [PSP], Rocket League (PC), Transiruby (Switch), Devil Daggers (PC), Minoria (PC), Valkyrie Profile: Lenneth (PSP), Mass Effect, Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords, VA-11 Hall-A, Transformers: Devastation, The Matrix: Path of Neo, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Dissidia 012 Final Fantasy, TLoZ: Majora’s Mask, Steins;Gate, Danganronpa V3: Killing Harmony, Shin Megami Tensei IV
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again to talk about the games they've beaten and are playing. No retirements this week! They then talk about the logic and rationale of game releases before finishing it all off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timecodes:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:03:47 - Beaten
- 00:15:45 - Playing
- 00:55:18 - Release Rush
- 01:11:28 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned (Chronological):
Link’s Crossbow Training (Wii), Shovel Knight [Shovel of Hope] (3DS), Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor [Xbox], Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia [NDS], Crusader Kings 3 [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Guardian Tales [Android], Pokemon White [DS], Age of Empires IV PC, Slime Rancher 2[PC], Disco Elysium [PC], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Guacamelee 2 (PS4), Resident Evil 2 (PC), Rhapsody (Switch), Automatoys (Android)
This week’s episode sees the return of Matt - HLTB’s resident cock(roach) - just in time for Halloween! He brings with him an appropriately spooky topic, a fresh round of Guest The Game, and weighs in on the usual podcast content, including How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:38 - Beaten
00:47:31 - Retired
00:57:43 - Playing
01:51:35 - SpOoOoOoky games!
02:12:18 - Guest: The Game!
02:18:15 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Matt: Dadish (Mobile), Stray (PC), Ninja Gaiden II (NES), Crazy Chicken Extreme (PC), Minesweeper (Mobile), Narcosis (PC VR), Hollow Knight (PC), Eternal War: Shadows of Light (PC), Scorn (PC), Phasmophobia (PC), Castlevania (NES); Grounded (PC)
Ric: Risk of Rain 2 (PC), Jack Move (Switch), McDonald’s Treasure Land Adventure (Genesis), Kero Blaster (Switch), Castlevania: The Adventure ReBirth (Wii), Rain World (PC), Evoland (Android), Link’s Crossbow Training (Wii), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Guacamelee 2 (PS4), Resident Evil 2 (PC), Rhapsody (Switch), Shovel Knight [Shovel of Hope] (3DS)
Alex: Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Lost in Random [Switch], Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia [NDS], Crusader Kings 3 [PC], Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor [Xbox]
Paula: Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Guardian Tales [Android], Pokemon White [DS], Age of Empires IV [PC], Super Smash Bros Ultimate [Switch]
This week’s episode sees the return of Matt - HLTB’s resident cock(roach) - just in time for Halloween! He brings with him an appropriately spooky topic, a fresh round of Guest The Game, and weighs in on the usual podcast content, including How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:38 - Beaten
00:47:31 - Retired
00:57:43 - Playing
01:51:35 - SpOoOoOoky games!
02:12:18 - Guest: The Game!
02:18:15 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Matt: Dadish (Mobile), Stray (PC), Ninja Gaiden II (NES), Crazy Chicken Extreme (PC), Minesweeper (Mobile), Narcosis (PC VR), Hollow Knight (PC), Eternal War: Shadows of Light (PC), Scorn (PC), Phasmophobia (PC), Castlevania (NES); Grounded (PC)
Ric: Risk of Rain 2 (PC), Jack Move (Switch), McDonald’s Treasure Land Adventure (Genesis), Kero Blaster (Switch), Castlevania: The Adventure ReBirth (Wii), Rain World (PC), Evoland (Android), Link’s Crossbow Training (Wii), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Guacamelee 2 (PS4), Resident Evil 2 (PC), Rhapsody (Switch), Shovel Knight [Shovel of Hope] (3DS)
Alex: Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Lost in Random [Switch], Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia [NDS], Crusader Kings 3 [PC], Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor [Xbox]
Paula: Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Guardian Tales [Android], Pokemon White [DS], Age of Empires IV [PC], Super Smash Bros Ultimate [Switch]
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again to talk about the games they've beaten, retired, and are playing. They then talk about some upcoming games they tried out during the Steam Next Fest, and they finish it all off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
Edit:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:35 - Beaten
00:43:15 - Retired
01:03:21 - Playing
01:39:00 - HLTB: The Game, Game: Resident Evil 2
01:43:00 - Steam Next Fest
02:03:38 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned (No, Paula is not cheating)
Alex: Live A Live [Switch], Super Mario Bros. 5 [Switch], Unsighted [PC], Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun [PC], Disco Elysium [PC], Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin [Switch], The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age [GCN], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Scorn [PC], Lost in Random [Switch],
Ric: Immortality (PC), Trash Quest (Switch), Dagon: by H. P. Lovecraft (PC), Deadpool (PS4), Castlevania (PS4), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Bleed (PC), Railbound (Android), Age of Empires IV (PC), Void Bastards (PC), Hard Corps: Uprising (PS3), Magrunner: Dark Pulse (PC), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Evoland (Android), Jack Move (Switch), Guacamelee 2 (PS4), Castlevania: The Adventure ReBirth (Wii), McDonald’s Treasure Land Adventure (Genesis), Resident Evil 2 (PC),
Paula: Viticulture, Sushi Go, Myths & Legends [Paula is cheating], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past [NSO Switch], Guardian Tales [Android], Pokemon White [DS]
STEAM NEXT FEST GAMES
Alex: Hellcard, Homicidal All-Stars, Inkulinati, Manor Lords, The Pale Beyond, Retro Gadgets, Rhythm Sprout, Soulstone Survivors, Terror: Endless Night, Wildfrost
Ric (FineTM): Aka, ATONE: Heart of the Elder Tree, Super Buckyball Tournament, The Knight Witch, NEET, Vengeful Guardian Moonrider,
Ric: RHYTHM SPROUT, Boxing Waifu, 9 Years of Shadows, Slay the Princess, Potionomics, ENCHAIN, Venice 2089, The Eternal Cylinder, Turbo Kid
Paula: A Castle full of Cats, Manor Lords
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again with a very special guest, the head honcho moderator himself: Tiamat! We grilled Tiamat on all his gaming preferences while enjoying his excellent physical collection before discussing games they've beaten, retired, and are playing. They then cast their gaze back to the past to talk about nostalgia in games. They finish it all off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timestamps:
- 00:01:42 - Interview Start
- 00:12:30 - Gaming Background
- 00:24:53 - Console of Choice
- 00:32:05 - Username
- 00:38:18 - Tiamat’s Beaten
- 00:53:10 - Playing
- 01:38:03 - Game of the Month Shoutout
- 01:40:00 - Nostalgia in Games
- 02:06:31 - "Guest" the Game
- 02:12:57 - HLTB: The Game
Games Mentioned (in chronological order):
Castlevania [NES], RealMyst [PC], Boxboy [NDS], Kirby’s Epic Yarn [Wii], Trash Quest, Might and Magic: Clash of Heroes [NDS], Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, Guitar Hero [PS2], Guardian Tales [Android], Evoland (Android), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Jack Move (Switch), Guacamelee 2 (PS4), Immortality (PC), Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], In Death: Unchained [Oculus], Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin [Switch], The Lord of the Rings: The Third Age [GCN]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex discuss the rhythm game genre! As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five-game recommendations to the table for first-time players and genre veterans!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Music – Ian Edward Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:06:08 - Intro Game
00:23:08 - Foundational Game
00:31:00 - Interesting Takes
00:44:31 - Modern Interpretation
00:50:05 - A Hidden Gem
Games Mentioned:
Ric: Tap Tap Revenge, Cytus, Jam with the Band, Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, Beat Saber, Before the Echo
Alex: Rock Band 3, Deemo, Elite Beat Agents, Crypt of the Necrodancer, Cadence of Hyrule, Beat Saber, Everhood, Rhythm Heaven Gold
Paula: Deemo, Osu!, Hatsune Miku Project Diva X, Metal Hellsinger, Cadence of Hyrule, Taiko no Tatsujin (WITH A TAIKO), Persona 4: Dancing All Night
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back again to talk about the games they've beaten, retired, and are playing. They then tackle the topic of all things gaming adjacent. Fan communities? Video essays? Fan art? The list goes on! They finish it all off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timestamps:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:30 - Beaten
- 00:33:40 - Retired
- 00:39:40 - Playing
- 01:19:13 - HLTB: The Game...Game: Resident Evil 2
- 01:22:55 - All Things Gaming Adjacent
- 01:41:50 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned (in chronological order):
Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], Playdate: Week 4, Life’s Too Short [Playdate], Sketch, Share, Solve [Playdate], Days Gone (PS4), Golazo! Soccer League (PC), Automaton Lung (3DS), Live A Live (Switch), Sid Meier’s Civilization VI [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past [NSO Switch], Super Smash Bros. Ultimate [Switch], Guardian Tales [Android], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Railbound (Android), Void Bastards (PC), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Deadpool (PS4), Disco Elysium [PC], Live A Live [Switch], Shadow Tactics: Blades of the Shogun [PC], Super Mario Maker 2 [Switch], Resident Evil 2
Links:
- https://klonoa.the-comic.org/
- https://www.instagram.com/pokepaw_draws/?hl=en
- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=779coR-XPTw&t=4762s
Alex, Paula, and Ric pick up this week on a thread left dangling during last week’s topic and delve into what it means to have an enthusiast or collector’s mindset about gaming. This is nestled neatly between the hosts covering their beaten, retired, and currently playing games, and a new round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timecodes
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:28 - Beaten
- 00:15:38 - Retired
- 00:17:03 - Playing
- 01:12:00 - Collector vs Enthusiast Mindset
- 01:31:48 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
- Alex: Playdate: Week 3, Tapeworm Disco Puzzle [Playdate], Live A Live [Switch], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], Disco Elysium [PC], Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot [Xbox], Sketch, Share, Solve [Playdate]
- Ric: Return of the Obra Dinn (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Live A Live (Switch), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Railbound (Android), Automaton Lung (3DS),
- Paula: Railbound [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past [NSO Switch],
Alex, Paula, and Ric pick up this week on a thread left dangling during last week’s topic and delve into what it means to have an enthusiast or collector’s mindset about gaming. This is nestled neatly between the hosts covering their beaten, retired, and currently playing games, and a new round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Timecodes
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:28 - Beaten
- 00:15:38 - Retired
- 00:17:03 - Playing
- 01:12:00 - Collector vs Enthusiast Mindset
- 01:31:48 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
- Alex: Playdate: Week 3, Tapeworm Disco Puzzle [Playdate], Live A Live [Switch], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], Disco Elysium [PC], Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot [Xbox], Sketch, Share, Solve [Playdate]
- Ric: Return of the Obra Dinn (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Live A Live (Switch), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Railbound (Android), Automaton Lung (3DS),
- Paula: Railbound [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past [NSO Switch],
Alex, Paula, and Ric pick up this week on a thread left dangling during last week’s topic and delve into what it means to have an enthusiast or collector’s mindset about gaming. This is nestled neatly between the hosts covering their beaten, retired, and currently playing games, and a new round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:15 - Beaten
00:24:19 - Retired
00:28:15 - Playing
01:17:28 - Palette Cleansers
01:32:08 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Alex: Bloom [Playdate], Art7 [Playdate], The Conquest of Helios [Playdate], Playdate Week 2 [Playdate], Live A Live [Switch], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], Disco Elysium [PC], Tapeworm Disco Puzzle [Playdate], Dragon Ball Z: Kakarot [Xbox], Sketch, Share, Solve [Playdate]
Ric: RealMyst: Masterpiece Edition (PC), Sayonara Wild Hearts (PS4), DIVINATION (Switch), Metal Slug 5 (Vita), Remnant: From the Ashes (PC), Rocket League (PC), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Live A Live (Switch), The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past (GBA), Return of the Obra Dinn (PC), Railbound (Android), Automaton Lung (3DS)
Paula: Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past [NSO Switch], Railbound [PC]
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back once again to discuss the games they've beaten, retired and are playing and take a little detour to talk about the current Game of the Month. They roll along a more serious topic: gamifying politics! Should we even be doing that? They round it all off with another round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:15 - Beaten
00:13:10 - Retired
00:17:37 - Playing
00:19:45 - Game of the Month: Link to the Past
00:32:54 - Playing Cont.
01:00:40 - Gamifying Politics
01:47:10 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Alex: Dorfromantik [PC], A Joke that’s Worth $0.99 [Playdate], Necrocrisis [Playdate], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Live A Live [Switch], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], Disco Elysium [PC], The Invisible Hours [PCVR], Bloom [Playdate], Tapeworm Disco Puzzle [Playdate], The Conquest of Helios [Playdate], Chesstris Mini [Playdate], Art7 [Playdate]
Ric: Where Shadows Slumber (Android), Serial Cleaner (Switch), Days Gone (PS4), Remnant: From the Ashes (PC), Live A Live (Switch), Sayonara Wild Hearts (PS4),
Paula: Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past [NSO Switch]
Last week the gang tackled vacation gaming and so it only seemed fitting to talk about the reverse this week: gaming while busy! Alex, Paula, and Ric once again discuss the games they've beaten and are playing, but no retirements this week. They round it all off with another round of How Long To Beat? The Game!
- HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
- Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
- Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
- Music – Ian Edward
- Graphic design – M4thew
Chapters:
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:10 - Beaten
- 01:00:26 - Playing
- 01:21:18 - Gaming on Busy Days
- 01:39:00 - HLTB The Game
Games:
- Paula: Handshakes (Browser), Twelve Minutes [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Pokemon Conquest [PC], Chicory: A Colorful Tale[PC], CollarxMalice[Vita],
- Ric: Smash TV (Arcade), After Burner Climax (Arcade), Fatal Judgement: Silent Scope 2 (Arcade), Myst (PC), Gunstar Super Heroes (GBA), Days Gone (PS4), Remnant: From the Ashes (PC), Live A Live (Switch), Where Shadows Slumber (Android), Serial Cleaner (Switch)
- Alex: Resident Evil 4 VR [Oculus], Piczle Lines DX [Switch], Sorcery Part 1&2 [PC], Immortality [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Live A Live [Switch], Dorfromantik [PC], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox]
As the summer holidays draw to a close, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss holiday gaming in this week’s episode topic. You can see in the timestamps that the topic falls after discussing the hosts’ beaten, retired, and currently playing games, but before your weekly dose of How Long To Beat? The Game! [the timestamps do render this paragraph somewhat redundant but that’s the format and I’m not about to screw with it at episode 84 maybe some other time]
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:15 - Beaten
00:34:34 - Catposting
00:35:42 - Retired
00:39:28 - Playing
01:18:33 - Gaming on Vacation
01:40:16 - HLTB The Game
Games:
Paula: Myst [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch]
Ric: Undertale (Vita), Days Gone (PS4), Remnant: From the Ashes (PC), Live A Live (Switch), Where Shadows Slumber (Android), Gunstar Super Heroes (GBA), Cursed to Golf (Switch), Serial Cleaner (Switch), Animal Crossing: Wild World (DS)
Alex: Age of Empires IV [PC], The Lord of the Rings: The Battle for Middle-Earth II [PC], Shadowrun: Returns [PC], Sniper Elite V2 Remastered [PC], Final Fantasy IV [GBA], Glass Masquerade [Switch], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Live A Live [Switch], Resident Evil 4 VR [Oculus], Piczle Lines DX [Switch]
Ric, Paula and Alex are back once again with a - probably - unhealthy dose of games to talk about! As always, they talk about the games they’ve beaten, retired and been playing; then Paula sings the song of her people, as they tackle the topic of Age of Empires IV; and they finish off the episode with the hit game How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:41 - Beaten
00:32:03 - Retired
00:46:25 - Playing
01:19:45 - Age of Empires IV
01:59:51 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Paula: Stardew Valley [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Hashihime of the Old Book Town [PC], Collar x Malice [Vita], Pokemon Conquest [DS], TLoZ: Ocarina of Time [N64]
Ric: The Witcher (PC), Secret of Mana (Vita), Tangle Tower (Switch), Broforce (Switch), Alive4Ever (iOS), Lofi Ping Pong (Switch), Dodgeball Academia (PC), Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Undertale (Vita), Live A Live (Switch), Remnant: From the Ashes (PC), Where Shadows Slumber (Android),
Alex: Pokemon Puzzle League [N64], Unmemory [PC], Piczle Colors [Switch], Threaded [Switch], Mario Tennis [N64], Mario Golf [N64], Kirby 64: The Crystal Shards [N64], Dr. Mario 64 [N64], Star Wars: Rebel Assault II [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Live A Live [Switch], Glass Masquerade [Switch], Age of Empires IV [PC]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex discuss the Point & Click genre! As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five-game recommendations to the table for first-time players and genre veterans!
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:00:25 – Defining the Genre
- 00:05:34 - Intro Game
- 00:13:12 - Foundational Game
- 00:21:30 - Interesting Takes
- 00:27:00 - Modern Interpretation
- 00:37:15 - A Hidden Gem
- 00:44:42 – Wrapping up!
Games Mentioned:
- Ric: The Wolf Among Us, Subsurface Circular, Beneath A Steel Sky, Broken Sword: Director’s Cut, Hector: Badge of Carnage, 999: 9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors, Rusty Lake [series], The Hex
- Alex: Bear’s Restaurant, Myst, The Secret of Monkey Island Special Edition, Unpacking, There is No Game: Wrong Dimension, Twelve Minutes, Gorogoa
- Paula: When The Past Was Around, The Librarian, Samsara Room, Fran Bow, Miles Edgeworth Investigations 2, Deponia (series)
It’s an arcade-themed episode this week as Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss arcade gaming in the modern age. This topic is the meat sandwiched between the bread that is our hosts’ beaten/retired/playing games, and the hit game How Long To Beat? The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:07 - Beaten
00:43:26 - Retired
00:51:41 - Playing
01:20:37 - Arcades!
01:40:54 - HLTB The Game
Games:
Paula: A Building Full of Cats [PC], Spore [PC], The Great Ace Attorney: Adventures [Switch], Stardew Valley [PC], Hollow Knight [PC], Stray [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Piofiore: Fated Memories [Switch], Collar x Malice [Vita],
Ric: Sifu (PS4), Castlevania Adventure (GB/PS4), Space Harrier (Arcade), Space Harrier 3D (3DS), Luigi’s Mansion: Arcade (Arcade), Alien vs. Predator (Arcade), The Witcher (PC), Secret of Mana (Vita), Tangle Tower (Switch), Alive4Ever (iOS), Days Gone (PS4), Live A Live (Switch),
Alex: Neon White [PC], Timespinner [Switch], Metal Slug [Arcade], Dangun Feverun (Fever SOS) [Arcade], Escape Academy [PC], Alien vs. Predator [Arcade], Super Pac-Man [Arcade], Power Wash Simulator [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Raiden DX [Arcade], Final Fantasy IV [GBA]
Back at it again for another week of games! This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric talked about games we're playing, have retired and beaten. Then they the topic of characters in videogames before finishing things off with a round of HLTB: The Game! Spoiler alert: we get a winner this week for round 2!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
00:00:00 - Intro
00:01:29 - Beaten
00:33:35 - Retired
00:34:52 - Playing
01:11:50 - Characters
01:42:17 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
Alex: Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth [NDS], Lust from Beyond [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor’s Path [NDS], Neon White [PC], Timespinner [Switch]
Paula: Hollow Knight [PC], Valkyria Chronicles [PC], The Great Ace Attorney: Adventures [Switch], Warcraft III Classic [PC],
Ric: Neon White (PC), Pocky & Rocky Reshrined (Switch), Lonely Mountains: Downhill (PC), The Witcher (PC), Sifu (PS4), Secret of Mana (Vita)
Back at it again for another week of games! This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric talked about games we're playing, have retired and beaten. Then they grab a nice warm blanket and get all cuddled up to talk cozy games before finishing things off with a round of HLTB: The Game! Spoiler alert: we get a winner this week for round 2!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward Graphic design – M4thew
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:20 - Beaten
- 00:28:40 - Retired
- 00:32:15 - Playing
- 01:07:31 - Cozy Games
- 01:30:20 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned:
- Alex: Haven Park [PC], Tested on Humans: Escape Room [PC], Vault of the Void [PC], Spelunky [Switch], Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth [NDS]
- Ric: Old Man’s Journey (Switch), Luigi’s Mansion (3DS), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Black Future ‘88 (Switch), Days Gone (PS4), The Witcher (PC), Sifu (PS4), Secret of Mana (Vita), Neon White (PC), Pocky & Rocky Reshrined (Switch)
- Paula: The Room 4: Old Sins [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch], Hollow Knight [PC], Valkyria Chronicles [PC], Hashihime of the Old Book Town [PC], The Great Ace Attorney: Adventures [Switch]
Back at it again for another week of games! This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric talked about games we're playing, have retired and beaten. They then shout out the game of the month: Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, before finishing things off with a round of HLTB: The Game!
HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forum
Discord – https://discord.gg/v5F26Dk
Email - hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian Edward
Graphic design – M4thew
- 00:00:00 - Intro
- 00:01:45 - Beaten
- 00:47:45 - Retired
- 00:51:09 - Playing
- 01:44:26 - Game of the Month Shoutout
- 01:51:18 - HLTB The Game
Games Mentioned
- Alex: Picross S2 [Switch], Life is Strange: True Colours [Xbox], SPOOKWARE [PC], The Room 4: Old Sins [PC], Shantae: Risky’s Revenge - Director’s Cut [Switch], Buddy Simulator 1984 [PC], Going Under [Switch], Half-Life Alyx [PCVR], Vault of the Void [PC], Spelunky [Switch], Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance [PC], Ace Attorney Investigations: Miles Edgeworth [NDS]
- Ric: Metroid Dread (Switch), Dadish 3 (Switch), CYCLE (Browser), Panzer Dragoon [Remake] (Switch), Not For Broadcast: Prologue (PC), Yumeiri (Switch), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Sifu (PS4), Secret of Mana (Vita), Luigi’s Mansion 1 (3DS), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Neon White (PC),
- Paula: Dungeon of the Endless (PC), Hollow Knight [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch], The Great Ace Attorney: Adventures [Switch], Fire Emblem: Three Houses [Switch], Tekken 7 [PC],
This week, we were joined by the wonderful Cecile Richard AKA Haraiva, to talk about her body of work and her evolution as a writer and game developer. Some of the games we discuss might be familiar to regular listeners as we have have talked about some of Cecile's games on previous episodes. We hope you enjoy listening to this episode as much as we enjoyed recording it! You can find Cecile and her games here:https://haraiva.itch.io/https://twitter.com/haraivahttps://www.cecile-richard.com/HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:52 - Introductory Interview00:19:00 - “art as an offering to the audience”00:24:44 - novena00:37:59 - continental drift00:47:22 - ENDLESS SCROLL00:57:47 - Under a Star Called Sun01:16:40 - HOPE01:27:30 - TOPOGRAPHY01:38:39 - i am still here01:52:22 - ( C Y C L E ) // THE EVIL ERA02:09:50 - An Overview, Evolution
Back at it again for another week of games! This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric talked about games we're playing and have beaten (no retirements this time around)! Alex came around on Dungeon of the Endless thanks to the PC version and the gang discussed all things licensed games before finishing things off with a round of HLTB: The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:55 - Beaten00:34:00 - Playing01:04:10 - The HLTB The Game: Game - Dungeon of the Endless01:12:30 - Licensed Games01:31:58 - HLTB The GameAlex: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge [PC], Yakuza Kiwami 2 [Xbox], The Room Two [Android], The Room Three [PC], Simulacra [PC], Do Not Feed the Monkeys [PC], Going Under [Switch], Picross S2 [Switch], Life is Strange: True Colours [Xbox]Paula: Fire Emblem Fates - Revelations [3DS], Picross: Sega and Master System Edition [Switch], Hollow Knight [PC], Diablo III: Eternal Collection [PS4] (co-op), Variable Barricade [Switch]Ric (who is a poopy head): ELOH (Android), Gun Rounds (Android), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Sifu (PS4), Metroid Dread (Switch), Secret of Mana (Vita), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS), Neon White (PC)
Here at the HLTB Podcast, we focus on the games:-Games (Beaten) -Games (Retired) -Games (Playing) -Games (Demos via Steam Next Fest) -Game (How Long To Beat: The Game) -Alex is a poo poo head.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:37 - Beaten00:24:48 - Retired00:26:34 - Playing01:06:28 - The HLTB The Game: Game - Dungeon of the Endless01:13:48 - Steam Next Fest01:38:21 - HLTB The GameGames:Paula: Stardew Valley [PC] Persona 4 Golden [Vita], Fire Emblem Fates - Revelations [3DS], Dungeon of the Endless [PC], Picross: Sega and Master System Edition [Switch], Age of Empires IV [PC], Solasta: Crown of the Magister [PC], Hollow Knight [PC]Ric: Dadish 2 (Switch), Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion (PC), Picross E7 (3DS), The Artful Escape (PC), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Sifu (PS4), Metroid Dread (Switch), ELOH (Android), Secret of Mana (Vita), Luigi’s Mansion 2 (3DS)Alex: Spyro Reignited Trilogy - Spyro 2: Ripto’s Rage! [Xbox], The Life and Suffering of Sir Brante [PC], The Room VR: A Dark Matter [Oculus], Going Under [Switch], Picross S2 [Switch], Yakuza Kiwami 2 [Xbox]
Hello everyone, Paula here! Time to go back to our good ol’ description format, without the nonsense… ok with SOME nonsense, but you get it.Join Paula, Ric and Alex as they talk about, like usual, about the games they’ve beaten, retired and been playing. They then discuss their time with Dungeon of the Endless (the chosen game from the first round of the all-new HLTB The Game!). For the topic of this week, they tackle the other side of the coin of an old topic: are there games that aree not art? Finally, they end the episode with what you’ve all been waiting for: the one and only HLTB: The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:03 - Beaten00:41:50 - Retired00:45:55 - Playing01:00:37 - The HLTB The Game: Game - Dungeon of the Endless01:12:00 - Are all games art?01:35:10 - HLTB The GameGames MentionedPaula: Murder by Numbers [PC], Strange Horticulture [PC], Pokemon X (nuzlocke) [3DS], Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master! [PC], Persona 4 Golden [Vita], Fire Emblem Fates - Revelations [3DS], Dungeon of the Endless [PC],Ric: Dungeon of the Endless (Switch), Minit Fun Racer (Vita), Golf Peaks (Android), God of War: Ascension (PS3), Max Gentlemen Sexy Business! (PC), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Metroid Dread (Switch), ELOH (Android), Picross E7 (3DS), Secret of Mana (Vita),Alex: Part-Time UFO [Android], Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition [Xbox], Call of Duty: Modern Warfare Remastered [Xbox], Bushi Seiryuuden: Futari no Yuusha (Warriors Legend of the Blue Dragon: The Two Heroes) [SNES], Final Fantasy IV Advanced [GBA], Spyro Reignited Trilogy [Xbox]
This week, Alex edited the episode and thus you'll have a very loquacious and decidedly not lazy description. Buckle up my podcast patrons for we're about to go on an audio odyssey. Since we last checked in with our eloquent hosts, Alex, Ric, and Paula have beaten, retired, and played many a video game. Join them as they wax lyrical about their gaming escapades. They then discuss their unending adventures in Dungeon of the Endless (the chosen game from the first round of the all-new HLTB The Game!). Spoiler alert! The gang discusses what are spoilers? Why are spoilers? How are spoilers? It gets pretty deep before they finish things off with the all-new HLTB: The Game! Truly a wonderful piece of content for your pretty little ears.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:15 - Beaten00:30:00 - Retired00:37:02 - Playing01:04:03 - The HLTB The Game: Game - Dungeon of the Endless01:15:55 - Spoilers: What are they?01:39:45 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Lost Judgment [Xbox], Lost Judgment: The Kaito Files [Xbox], Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon [Switch], Strange Horticulture [PC], Stacklands [PC], Bushi Seiryuuden: Futari no Yuusha (Warriors Legend of the Blue Dragon: The Two Heroes) [SNES], Final Fantasy IV Advanced [GBA], Sifu [PC], Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition [Xbox]Paula: The Pedestrian [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch], Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master![PC], Murder by Numbers [PC], Genshin Impact [PC], Pokemon X (nuzlocke) [3DS], Stardew Valley (co-op) [PC], The Great Ace Attorney [Switch]Ric: Part-Time UFO (Switch), Olija (PC), Luigi’s Mansion (3DS), Golf Peaks (Android), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), God of War: Ascension (PS3), Dungeon of the Endless
Alex, Paula, and Ric… yada yada yada, it’s episode 73 you know the drill by now. This week’s topic is negative videogame tropes.…something something How Long To Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:39 - Beaten00:11:35 - Retired00:31:57- Playing01:19:33 - The HLTB The Game: Game - Dungeon of the Endless01:24:43 - Negative Video Game Tropes01:47:24 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Monster Train [PC], Lost Judgment [Xbox], Bushi Seiryuuden: Futari no Yuusha (Warriors Legend of the Blue Dragon: The Two Heroes) [SNES], Wildermyth [PC], Final Fantasy IV Advanced [GBA], Shovel Knight: Pocket Dungeon [Switch]Paula: Yes, Your Grace [PC], The Sims 3 [PC], The Sims 4 [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Ys I Chronicles [PSP], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Taiko no Tatsujin: The Drum Master![PC], Murder by Numbers [PC], The Pedestrian [PC], Genshin Impact [PC]Ric: FIFA 22 (PS4), Fishing Paradiso (Android), Going Under (Switch), Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (DS), Trek to Yomi (PC), .projekt (Android), Golf Peaks (Android), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Part-Time UFO (Switch), Olija (PC), God of War: Ascension (PS3), Luigi’s Mansion (3DS), System Shock (Vita)
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex - in the third of a planned series, and following a previous NG+ episode on Zelda-likes - discuss the genre of Puzzle games! As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five game recommendations to the table both for first-time players and genre veterans!Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:48 – Defining the Genre00:06:32 - Intro Game00:12:09 - Foundational Game00:23:28 - Interesting Takes00:33:30 - Modern Interpretation00:41:25 - A Hidden GemGames Mentioned:RicInbento, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective, BOXBOY! [series], The Swapper, Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure, Soul Bubbles, Might & Magic: Clash of HeroesAlexTetris Effect, The Witness, Paradise Killer, Return of the Obra Dinn, Hypnospace OutlawPaulaInbento, The Room, The Gardens Between, Baba is You, Helltaker
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back once again this week to talk about the games they've beaten, retired, and been playing. This week, they tackle the topic of games that seem designed just for them but for some reason they just can't get into them. And, of course, they finish this episode off with the new and improved How Long To Beat? The Game! Fresh off of Ric's victory last week, the scores are set back to zero once again!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:20 - Beaten00:32:50 - Retired00:46:56 - Playing01:18:30 - Games we should love, but just don't01:33:40 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Yakuza Kiwami [PC], Remnant: From the Ashes [PC], Kirby and the Forgotten Land [Switch], Monster Train [PC], F.E.A.R. [PC], One Step From Eden [Switch], Lost Judgment [Xbox], Bushi Seiryuuden: Futari no Yuusha (Warriors Legend of the Blue Dragon: The Two Heroes) [SNES], Wildermyth [PC]Paula: Pixross [PC], Spore [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes [PC]Ric: The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe (PC), Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (PC), Axolotl is Dry (Switch), FIFA 22 (PS4), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (DS), Part-Time UFO (Switch), Going Under (Switch), .projekt (Android)
Aaron and Vice (of Studio Voyager) return to the podcast once again following the release of their first game, What Lies in the Multiverse! Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the game at length as well as the process of releasing a game on modern PC/console digital storefronts. Somehow there was still enough time and energy for a fresh instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game! at the end as well!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:12 - Game Launch Interview00:29:15 - Game Analysis - Ch.100:53:21 - Ch.201:07:42 - Ch.301:19:33 - Ch.401:24:00 - Ch.501:33:00 - Ch.601:38:00 - Ch.701:48:00 - Ch.8 & Finale01:54:00 - Story02:18:54 - HLTB: The Game!
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back once again this week to talk about the games they've beaten, retired, and been playing. For the topic, they briefly talk about co-op games. And, of course, they finish this episode off with the new and improved How Long To Beat? The Game! HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:13 - Beaten00:45:12 - Retired00:49:04 - Playing01:20:40 - Co-Op01:39:15 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Triangle Strategy [Switch], The Hex [PC], Warioware: Get it Together [Switch], What Lies in the Multiverse [Switch], Metal Gear Solid [BFB], Pictooi [Switch], Kirby and the Forgotten Land [Switch], Yakuza Kiwami [PC], Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics [Switch]Paula: Timberborn [PC], Jurassic World Evolution [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch], Minecraft (Java Edition) [PC], The Great Ace Attorney Adventures [Switch], Chrono Trigger [DS], Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes [PC]Ric: Astral Chain (Switch), What Lies in the Multiverse (Switch), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Days Gone (PS4), Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (PC), Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (DS), Part-Time UFO (Switch), .projekt (Android)
Alex, Paula, and Ric are back after a brief recording hiatus with some big updates on what they've beaten, retired, and been playing. They've played so much in fact, that there was no time for a topic this week! So strap in for a big ole episode about games games games. They still found time for the new and improved How Long To Beat? The Game! though.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:10 - Beaten01:05:25 - Retired01:09:23 - Playing01:54:24 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: TUNIC [Xbox], The Dark Pictures: House of Ashes [Xbox], The Dark Pictures: Little Hope [Xbox], Picross S6 [Switch], BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! [Switch], A Profound Waste of Time Vol. 1 & 2 [Books], Elden Ring [XSX], The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask [N64], The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker HD [Wii U], Triangle Strategy [Switch], Risk of Rain 2 [PC], What Lies in the Multiverse [Switch], The Hex [PC], Pictooi [Switch]Paula: Fire Emblem: Fates - Birthright [3DS], Fire Emblem: Fates - Conquest [3DS], Peggle [PC], The Cruel King and the Great Hero [Switch], Variable Barricade [Switch], TUNIC [PC], Risk of Rain 2 [PC], The Wild Eight [PC], Jurassic World Evolution [PC]Ric: Helltaker (PC), Rain on Your Parade (PC), Fishing Paradiso (Android), KeyWe (PS4), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Astral Chain (Switch), Days Gone (PS4), Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (PC), Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (DS)
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex - in the second of a planned series, and following a previous NG+ episode on JRPGs - discuss the genre of Zelda-esque adventure games. As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five game recommendations to the table both for first-time players and genre veterans!Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:34 – Defining the Genre00:02:43 - Intro Game00:10:23 - Foundational Game00:17:01 - Interesting Takes00:28:52 - Modern Interpretation00:40:03 - A Hidden Gem00:46:38 – An Unfair Question…00:48:49 – Paula hates youGames Mentioned:RicThe Legend of Zelda: The Minish Cap, Solatorobo: Red the Hunter, Sable, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana, Knightin’+AlexOceanhorn: Monster of the Uncharted Seas, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Chicory: A Colorful Tale, Cadence of Hyrule, TUNIC, MinitPaulaForest’s Secret + Mystery of the Frost, TUNIC, Okami, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask, Kamiko, The Legend of Zelda: Triforce Heroes
Ric, Alex, and Paula return with a bit of a gaming drought, as they only talk about which games they've beaten and have been playing (no retirements!). They then follow up to last regular episode topic of instruction manuals with they topic of strategy guides, and finish off the episode with the new and improved How Long To Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:38 - Beaten00:19:33 - Playing01:05:45 - Strategy Guides01:35:21 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex:Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars [SNES], The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask [N64], Elden Ring [Xbox], Triangle Strategy [Switch], BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! [Switch], TUNIC [Xbox], Risk of Rain 2 [PC]Paula:Fire Emblem: Awakening [3DS], The Cruel King and the Great Hero [Switch], Variable Barricade [Switch], Fire Emblem: Fates - Birthright [3DS], TUNIC [PC], Risk of Rain 2 [PC], The Wild Eight [PC]Ric:Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Astral Chain (Switch), Days Gone (PS4), Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (PC), Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (DS), KeyWe (PS4),
Time for the next installment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.The gang sits down to discuss the 2021 Game of the Year, It Takes Two. Paula, Ric and Alex go into full spoiler mode for this one and we recommend that you play through the game once at least first before listening! We go talk story, themes, gameplay mechanics, and our favourite moments!Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
Ric, Alex, and Paula return with another round of beaten, retired, and currently played games. They are the first slice of bread of this episode sandwich: the filling is an exploration of and group reflection on game instruction manuals, and the other slice is a fresh serving of the new and improved How Long To Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:08 - Beaten00:40:12 - Retired00:54:50 - Playing01:41:40 - Instruction Manuals01:58:33 – HLTB? The GameGames Mentioned:Alex:Piczle Cross Adventure [Switch], Pokemon Brilliant Diamond [Switch], PictoQuest [Switch], Pokemon Legends: Arceus [Switch], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask [N64], Elden Ring [Xbox], Triangle Strategy [Switch], BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! [Switch], TUNIC [Xbox]Paula:What Lies in the Multiverse [Switch], Period Cube: Shackles of Amadeus [Vita], The Cruel King and the Great Hero [Switch], Fire Emblem: Awakening [3DS], TUNIC [PC], Variable Barricade [Switch]Ric:Chicken Police (PC), Cave Story’s Secret Santa (PC), Water’s Fine (PC), Azure Striker Gunvolt 2 (3DS), Creature in the Well (PC), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Astral Chain (Switch), Days Gone (PS4), Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night (PC), Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (DS), KeyWe (PS4)
Time for the next installment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.The gang sits down to discuss the excellent Aviary Attorney. Paula, Ric and Alex go into full spoiler mode for this one and we recommend that you play through the game once at least first before listening! They talk design, historical background, easter eggs and so much more! Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
Alex, Paula, and Ric once again meet up to talk about the games they've beaten, been playing and retired, as well as tackle this week's topic: Limited Editions! They finish off this week's edition of the podcast with the new and revamped version of How Long to Beat? The Game! 2.0 Electric BoogalooHowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:16 - Beaten00:29:35 - Retired00:34:25 - Playing01:15:50 - Limited Editions 01:46:57 – HLTB? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex:Bear’s Restaurant [Android], Half-Life Alyx [PCVR], Pokemon Legends: Arceus [Switch], Piczle Cross Adventure [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask [N64], Card Thief [Mobile], Cyberpunk 2077 [Xbox], Shadowgate VR [Oculus]Paula: Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], Variable Barricade [Switch], What Lies in the Multiverse [Switch], Period Cube: Shackles of Amadeus [Vita], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch]Ric:Wolfenstein: The Old Blood (PS4), Ratchet & Clank Future: Quest for Booty (PS3), My Nintendo Picross - The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess (3DS), Blades of Time (PC), Dark Void Zero (3DS), Rocket League (PC), The Witcher (PC), Astral Chain (Switch), Days Gone (PS4), Chicken Police (PC), Fishing Paradiso (Mobile)
Another quarter, another Steam Next Fest! Along with the games they’ve beaten and are currently playing, Alex, Paula, and Ric all made time to play some demos as part of the SNF, and this week’s episode is centered around the impressions those demos left on the team. This week’s edition of How Long to Beat? The Game! is also the last one as you currently know it…HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:13 - Beaten00:27:01 - Playing01:03:35 - Pod History Time01:44:43 – HLTB? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex:It Takes Two [Xbox], The Room (2012) [Android], Half-Life Alyx [PCVR], Pokemon Legends: Arceus [Switch], Piczle Cross Adventure [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Majora’s Mask [N64], Card Thief [Mobile]Paula:Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], Variable Barricade [Switch], What Lies in the Multiverse [Switch]Ric:Erica (PS4), Aviary Attorney (PC), Amplitude (PS3), Twelve Minutes (PC), The Witcher (PC), Astral Chain (Switch), Wolfenstein: The Old Blood (PS4), Dark Void Zero (3DS)
It's that time again! Your crew, Alex, Paula, and Ric, are back again talking games they've beaten, retired, and are currently playing. They then move on to a sadder topic: the 3DS e-shop will be closing soon, so they reminiscence of happier times went they were still ignorant of such truth. As alwasy, they finish things off with everybody's favourite game: How Long to Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:38 - Beaten00:21:35 - Retired00:28:50 - Playing01:12:48 - Everything 3DS01:48:59 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Deathloop [PC], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Half-Life Alyx [PCVR], It Takes Two [Xbox], Pokemon Legends: Arceus [Switch], Piczle Cross Adventure [Switch], The Room (2012) [Android]Ric: Crimson Shroud (3DS), It Takes Two (PS4), Nidhogg (Vita), Mario Kart Wii (Wii), The Witcher (PC), Astral Chain (Switch), Aviary Attorney (PC)Paula: Slime Rancher [PC], Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch], Lost Ark [PC], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], Period Cube: Shackles of Amadeus [Vita]
It's that time again! Your crew, Alex, Paula, and Ric, are back again talking games they've beaten, retired, and are currently playing. This week they tackle the topic of difficulty in video games (there may or may not be a slightly tough game out recently) and finish things off with everybody's favourite game: How Long to Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:45 - Beaten00:22:54 - Retired00:28:57 - Playing01:15:45 - Difficulty in games01:41:35 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Picross S7 [Switch], Journey of Gods [Oculus], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Half-Life Alyx [PCVR], It Takes Two [Xbox], Skyrim SE VR [PCVR], Deathloop [PC]Paula: Cats Organized Neatly [PC], It Takes Two [PC], We Were Here [PC], Tested on Humans: Escape Room [PC], while True: learn() [PC], Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch], Lost Ark [PC], Slime Rancher [PC], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA]Ric: Dadish (Switch), BOXBOY! & BOXGIRL! (Switch), Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (PSP), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), Sable (PC), Dragon Ball Origins (DS), Rocket League (PC), Risk of Rain (Vita), Nidhogg (Vita/PC), The Witcher (PC), It Takes Two (PS4), Crimson Shroud (3DS), Astral Chain (Switch), Aviary Attorney (PC),
Time for the next installment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex - in the first of a planned series - discuss the genre of JRPGs. As well as outlining what makes a game fit into the genre, each host brings five game recommendations to the table both for first-time players and genre veterans!Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:41 - Intro Game00:06:23 - Foundational Game00:12:50 - Interesting Takes00:18:13 - Modern Interpretation00:23:56 - A Hidden Gem00:32:29 - What is a JRPG? [A miserable little pile of secrets - Ric]Games Mentioned:RicFinal Fantasy X, Chrono Trigger, Persona 4 Golden/Persona 5 Royal, Shin Megami Tensei IV, 7th Dragon: 2020, The Last Story, The World Ends With YouAlexDragon Quest XI: Echoes of an Elusive Age, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Tales of Arise, Lost OdysseyPaulaPokemon [in particular Black/W and X/Y], Shin Megami Tensei IV, Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch, Shin Megami Tensei V, The Cruel King and the Great Hero
It's that time again! Your crew, Alex, Paula, and Ric, are back again talking games they've beaten, retired, and are currently playing. They then move on to the topic of Video Game Achievements before taking a question from the listeners and finishing things off with everybody's favourite game: How Long to Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:07 - Beaten00:14:40 - Retired00:16:50 - Playing00:49:09 - Achievements!01:06:46 - Pod History Time01:09:36 - R2D21999's Question01:25:01 - HLTB The GameGames Mentioned:Alex: Zombieland: Headshot Fever [Oculus], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Beat Saber [Oculus], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], In Death: Unchained [Oculus], Resident Evil 4 VR [Oculus], Picross S7 [Switch], Half-Life Alyx [PCVR], It Takes Two [Xbox], Skyrim SE VR [PCVR], Deathloop [PC]Paula: Light and Shadow [Browser|itchio], Unpacking [PC], Poly Bridge [PC], Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Age of Empires IV [PC], Kena: Bridge of Spirits [PC], Cats Organized Neatly [PC], It Takes Two [PC]Ric: BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! (Switch), The Witcher (PC), Sable (PC), It Takes Two (PS4), Crimson Shroud (3DS), Dadish (Switch), Dragon Ball Origins (DS)
Ric, Paula, and Alex reunite once again this week to talk about what they've beaten, been playing and retired. They take a break from their usual gaming topic, to tackle a game dev related topic: this year's Global Game Jam! After Paula's musings on her GGJ experience and a related listener's question, they finish the episode with the latest installment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:05 - Games Beaten00:14:58 - Games Retired00:16:34 - Games Playing00:59:58 - Topic: Global Game Jam experience01:19:54 - Question of the Week01:31:44 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Link to Shadow Path itch.io page: https://darkestpaw.itch.io/shadow-pathGames Mentioned:Alex:Death Horizon: Reloaded [Oculus], Vader Immortal: Episodes I, II, III [Oculus], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Mass Effect 3 [Xbox], In Death: Unchained [Oculus], Beat Saber [Oculus], Journey of the Gods [Oculus], Resident Evil 4 VR [Oculus], Ragnarock [Oculus], Virtual Virtual Reality [Oculus], Zombieland: Headshot Fever [Oculus], Picross S7 [Switch]Ric: BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! (Switch), Deadbolt (Vita), Cyber Shadow (PC), BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! (Switch), The Witcher (PC), Sable (PC), It Takes Two (PS4), Crimson Shroud (3DS),Paula: Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch [Switch], Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch]
Ric, Paula, and Alex have been aided by the HLTB community this week, with friends of the podcast letstalkaboutdune (AKA Dune) and FrozenRoy (AKA Froy) setting up a comparison between Famitsu and IGN’s recent ‘top 100 games of all time’ lists. This topic is bookended by the usual roundup of beaten/retired/playing games, and the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:13 - Games Beaten00:32:34 - Games Retired00:36:31 - Games Playing01:24:57 - Paula's Game Jam Adventure01:47:14 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex:Judgment [Xbox], Mass Effect: Revelation, Ascension, and Retribution [books AKA not real completions -Ric], Evergate [Switch], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Mass Effect 3 [Xbox], In Death: Unchained [Oculus], Beat Saber [Oculus], Journey of the Gods [Oculus], Death Horizon: Reloaded [Oculus]Ric:Cuphead (Switch), God of War III Remastered (PS4), Micetopia (PS4), Hamtaro: Ham-Ham Heartbreak (GBA), The Witcher (PC), Sable (PC), It Takes Two (PS4), Deadbolt (Vita), Crimson Shroud (3DS), BOXBOY! + BOXGIRL! (Switch)Paula:Picross: Lord of the Nazarick [Switch], Aviary Attorney [PC],Five Nights at Freddy’s [PC], Five Nights at Freddy’s 2 [PC], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Amnesia: The Dark Descent [PC], Minecraft for Windows [PC|Gamepass], Mariokart 8 Deluxe [Switch], Super Smash Bros Ultimate [Switch], Age of Empires IV [PC|Gamepass], Poly Bridge [PC], Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War [Emulated|Vita], Fitness Boxing [Switch], Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night [PC], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Amnesia Crowd [Vita| English Patched], Time Hollow [DS], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch],Hamtaro Ham-Ham Heartbreak [Emulated|PC], Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch [Switch], Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch]
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, Paula, Ric, and Alex pick up on a discussion from their last episode about mainline games and their spin-offs. We talk through plenty of wonderful series and dig deep into the differences between spin-offs in Japan and the West. Enjoy!Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
Ric, Paula, and Alex are back for yet another week to talk about games beaten/retired/playing. The topic of this week is about series/movies adaptations of game, and our crew tries to answer the question of... why are they so hard to get right? They tackle a question of the forums, and they finish this episode off with the reason everyone's been listening us for so long: ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:37 - Games Beaten00:24:50 - Games Retired00:28:40 - Games Playing00:48:00 - Topic: Movie/Series Adaptations of Games01:17:48 - Question of the Week01:23:19 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Death’s Door [Switch], There is No Game: Wrong Dimension [PC], Picross: Lord of the Nazarick [Switch], Aviary Attorney [Switch], Secret Little Haven [PC], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Evergate [Switch], Judgment [Xbox]Ric: Grimm’s Hollow (PC), The Witcher (PC), Sable (PC), God of War III Remastered (PS4), It Takes Two (PS4), Deadbolt (Vita), Crimson Shroud (3DS), Cuphead (Switch),Paula: Cupid Parasite [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Aviary Attorney [PC], Picross: Lord of the Nazarick [Switch], Dark Souls: Prepare to Die Edition [PC], Amnesia Crowd [Vita| English Patched]
Ric, Paula, and Alex kick off a New Year of podcasts with a return to the regular format: talking games beaten/retired/playing, tackling a topic (this week’s being a look back at their performance vs their 2021 plans (see episode 11, ‘New Year, Same Crew’) and a look forward to 2022 plans), and finishing off with a round of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:48 - Games Beaten00:45:47 - Games Retired00:57:40 - Games Playing01:35:30 - 2022 Plans01:54:27 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex:Tales of Arise [Xbox], Heaven’s Vault [Switch], Overboard [Switch], Pokemon Trading Card Game 2 [GBC], Everhood [Switch], Yuppie Psycho: Executive Edition [Switch], Toem [Switch], Inscryption [PC], Unpacking [PC], Picross S: Genesis & Master System Edition [Switch], Monster Hunter Rise [Switch], LEGO Harry Potter Collection [Switch], Wonderful 101 Remastered [Switch], Afterparty [Switch], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Death’s Door [Switch], Picross: Lord of the Nazarick [Switch], Judgment [Xbox], There is No Game: Wrong Dimension [PC],Ric:Chicory (PC), The Mummy: Demastered (PS4), DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods - Parts One and Two (PS4), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), Castlevania: Lords of Shadow - Mirror of Fate (3DS), Crimson Gem Saga (PSP), Gundam Breaker 3: Break Edition (Vita), The Witcher (PC), Sable (PC), Grimm’s Hollow (PC), God of War III Remastered (PS4), It Takes Two (PS4), Deadbolt (Vita), Crimson Shroud (3DS)Paula:Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), Cupid Parasite [Switch], Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War [Emulated], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Aviary Attorney [PC], Picross: Lord of the Nazarick [Switch]
After a series of super special episodes, the gang is back again with one final special episode to ring in the new year! Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the games they played this year and try to choose their favourites! We've got some "serious" categories and a whole lot of silly ones. They wrap it all up with everyone's favourite game: How Long to Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:43 - GOTY 202100:13:23 - Best Game Played in 202100:25:23 - Most Underrated/Hidden Gem00:34:22 - Biggest Stinker you Retired00:38:00 - Biggest Stinker you Completed00:43:20 - Most 2021 Completion of 202100:50:55 - Guilty Pleasure or Time Sink01:00:18 - Most Surprisingly Sexual Game01:08:03 - Unexpected Game you Loved01:14:09 - Most Anticipated game of 202201:22:30 - Game you wished you hadn’t retired01:30:08 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Resident Evil Village [Xbox], Chicory: A Colorful Tale [PC], The Great Ace Attorney Collection [Switch], Ori and the Will of the Wisps [Xbox], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [NDS], Yakuza: Like a Dragon [Xbox], Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime [NDS], Tobu Tobu Girl Deluxe [GBC], Sumire [Switch], E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial [GBA], 10mg: You Are Such A Soft And Round Kitten [PC], Umurangi Generation [Switch], Loop Hero [PC], i am still here [browser], Tetris 99 [Switch], Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk [Vita] (lulz), Yu-Gi-Oh: The Eternal Duelist Soul [GBA], Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga [GBA], Gravity Rush [Vita], Myst [Xbox], Pixel Puzzle Makeout League[Switch], Assassin’s Creed Unity [Switch], Hollow Knight: Silksong, Starfield, Pokémon Card GB2: Great Rocket-Dan Sanjou! [GBC]Paula: Bustafellows [Switch], New Pokemon Snap [Switch], Olympia Soirée [Switch], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [DS], Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem [DS], 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, missed messages.(PC), Luna’s Fishing Garden (PC), Forest’s Secret [PC|itch], Catlateral Damage (PC), Persona 5: Dancing in Starlight [PS4], The Banner Saga [Switch], i am still here [browser], Olympia Soirée [Switch], How We Know We're Alive [PC], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Potion Craft (DEMO), Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Olympia Soirée [Switch], OZMAFIA!! [PC], Dreaming Treat [PC], Timberborn (Steam, early access), Potion Craft (Steam, Early Access), Opossum Country, TLoZ: Breath of the Wild sequel, Slime Rancher 2, Kimiyuki, ABZÛ [PC], Sumire [PC], TAISHO x Alice [PC], Dairoku: Agents of Sakuratani [Switch]Ric: Sumire (PC), Space Court (PC), Cyberpunk 2077 (PS4), The Swapper (Vita) [replay], Devotion (PC), Sumire (PC), Guardians of the Galaxy (PS4), Dadish 2 (Android), Crazy Frog Racer (DS), Emily is Away (PC), Narita Boy (PC), Rocket League (PC), Earth Defense Force 4.1 (PS4), COD: Cold War (PS4), The Good Time Garden (PC), Cosmic Star Heroine (Vita), Nex Machina (PS4), novena (browser), Sifu, Neon White, N1-RV Ann-A, Freedom Wars (Vita)
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, returning guest Dunedad joins Alex, Paula, and Ric as they unwrap the twelve days of Itchmas. Itchmas was an event held on HLTB where for 12 (technically 15, shh) days, a new game on Itch was revealed for everyone to play. We discuss all the games and reveal the top 3 games as chosen by the community!00:00:00 - Intro00:01:50 - What is Itchmas?00:04:41 - 1. What Lies in the Fog00:12:06 - 2. The Black Iris00:18:56 - 3. A Firm Handshake00:22:03 - 4. Crow Crime: A Murder Mystery00:26:39 - 5. La maleta00:32:29 - 6. Escaped Chasm00:37:46 - 7. Therapy with Dr. Albert Kreuger00:41:26 - 8. Storyseeker00:47:59 - 9. Bird of Passage00:52:06 - 10. Emily is Away01:04:29 - 11. Wandows 9501:10:51 - 12. Missed Messages01:21:31 - 13. Grimm’s Hollow01:27:31 - 14. Six Cats Under01:30:01 - 15. How We Know We’re Alive01:39:13 - Dune’s Itchmas Stats01:47:14 - The 3 Itch’s of the Wise HLTBersMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
Time for the next instalment of New Game+! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, returning guest Abatage guides Ric, Paula, and Alex in looking back at the 2021 Fantasy Critic League. You can find more information on the league, including how to sign up for 2022, at the following links:FCL 101 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cHQR9fT3Vo8League Deep Dive - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WozO5ZcHUxYSign up - https://www.fantasycritic.games/league/dd3011cc-8a99-4aab-b97e-3a4b0ae195bb/2022?inviteCode=02bd0429-be02-45d6-90ca-cd87eee9ecb000:00:00 - Intro00:03:47 - Comparing the 2021 League to Previous Years00:07:44 - Discussing the Draft00:20:41 - Biggest Surprise of the Year00:29:47 - Alex's Colossal Counterpick00:37:00 - Ric's Obscure Picks00:41:33 - Paula's Illegal Otome00:48:27 - Advice for Newcomers in 202201:01:20 - Abatage's Final ThoughtsMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula are joined by the resident Roach, Cock (also knows as Matt). After a brief interview with Cockroach, they learn more about what he's beaten, retired and been playing. They then discuss peripherals and gimmicks, and when they've been put to good use, and finish off the episode with not ONE but TWO hit games: Guest the Game and How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:26 – Guest Interview00:25:34 - Games Beaten00:35:40 - Games Retired00:44:35 - Games Playing01:29:15 – This Week’s Topic: Gimmicks1:29:15 – Guest the Game!1:49:00 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Matt: Never Alone (Kisima Inŋitchuŋa) [PC], F-Zero: Nebula Highway [SNES], Bible Adventures [NES], The Grinch [PS1], Pokémon Sword [Switch], Snow Moto Racing Freedom [PC], Risk of Rain 2 [PC], Deadbolt [PC], LOVE³ -Love Cube- [PC]Alex:Monster Hunter Rise [Switch], LEGO Harry Potter Collection [Switch], Tales of Arise [Xbox], The Matrix Awakens Experience [Xbox]Paula: Cupid Parasite [Switch], It Takes Two [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch]Ric: Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Witcher (PC), Crimson Gem Saga (PSP), Sable (PC)
On this weeks episode - after the final update on the Fantasy Critic League for the year - Ric, Paula, and Alex talk about what makes boxart good (or bad), and well as discuss about trends and share their favorite and least favorite box art pieces! As always, they talk about games they've beaten, retired, and are currently playing. Finally, they top it all off with yet another round of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:13 - A Public Service Announcement00:02:10 - FCL update - ft. Abatage00:06:29 - Games Beaten00:49:20 - Games Retired00:52:42 - Games Playing01:20:20 – Boxart!01:50:20 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy [Xbox], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], New Pokemon Snap [Switch], Rhythm Heaven [DS], Monster Hunter Rise [Switch], LEGO Harry Potter Collection [Switch], Tales of Arise [Xbox]Ric: The Blind Prophet (PC), Earth Defense Force 4.1: The Shadow of New Despair (PS4), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), The Witcher (PC), Crimson Gem Saga (PSP), Chicory (PC), Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (Vita)Paula: Luna’s Fishing Garden [PC],ISLANDERS [PC], Cupid Parasite [Switch], Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War [NSO|Switch]
After a few special episode weeks, Ric, Paula, and Alex spend an inordinate amount of time getting caught up on the games they’ve beaten, retired, and are currently playing. If you’re drinking, do a shot every time Paula’s finger slips… Next on the agenda is a summation of their respective Black Friday hauls, and another game of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’ rounds out the episode.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:37 - Games Beaten00:39:17 - Games Retired00:43:24 - Games Playing01:21:33 – Topic: Black Friday Sales and Strategies01:35:24 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Metroid Dread [Switch], Assassin's Creed Unity [Xbox], Vanquish [Xbox], Unsighted [Xbox], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], New Pokemon Snap [Switch], Rhythm Heaven [DS], Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy [Xbox]Ric: Distrust (PC), HarmoKnight (3DS), Alt-Frequencies (PC), Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), Metrico (Vita), Risk of Rain 2 (PC), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy (PS4), The Witcher (PC), The Blind Prophet (PC), Final Fantasy VII: The First Soldier (Android), Timespinner (Vita)Paula: Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem - Heroes of Light and Shadow [DS], Behind the Frame: The Finest Scenery [PC], Samsara Room [PC], Poly Bridge [PC], Age of Empires IV [PC|Gamepass], Cupid Parasite [Switch], Pokemon Shining Pearl [Switch], Shin Megami Tensei V [Switch], Fire Emblem: Genealogy of the Holy War [emulated]
Time for the next instalment of New Game +! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, we discuss gaming's evolution from toys to entertainment and the political ramifications of that transition. What games get deemed as "political"? What games seem to avoid that designation?
Boy, do we have a special episode today for you! We're joined by Studio Voyager, the team behind the upcoming game What Lies in the Multiverse? being co-developed with IguanaBee and published by Untold Tales. We played the demo for What Lies in the Multiverse? a few episodes ago and had burning questions for the team! Aaron and Vice shared their gaming history with us, talked about what they're playing, and discussed the development of What Lies in the Multiverse? with us before playing everyone's favourite game: How Long to Beat? The Game!You can learn more about the game and our guests here: What Lies in the Multiverse? Website: https://play-multiverse.com/ Studio Voyager's Twitter: https://twitter.com/StdoVoyager Aaron's Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/aaronfrenkel Aaron's Twitter: https://twitter.com/AaronFrenkelS Vicente's Twitter: https://twitter.com/picviceSend the pod a question:HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:23 – Meet Studio Voyager!00:32:08 - Games Playing01:18:30 – What Lies in the Multiverse? Developer Interview01:52:08 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Aaron: Call of the Sea [PC], Eastward, Piofiore, The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch]Alex: Forza Horizons 5 [Xbox], Assassin’s Creed Unity [Xbox], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], Rhythm Heaven [DS], Tetris 99 [Switch]Ric: Distrust (PC), Rocket League (PC), Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy (PS4), The Witcher (PC), The Blind Prophet (PC), Metrico (Vita)Paula: Poly Bridge [PC], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [DS], Age of Empires IV [PC|Gamepass], Fire Emblem: New Mystery of the Emblem - Heroes of Light and Shadow [DS], Cupid Parasite [Switch]Vice: Legends of Runeterra, Animal Crossings: New Horizons [Switch], Jenny LeClue - Detectivu [Switch]
Ric – this week helped and hindered by pre-recording drinks – is joined by Paula and Alex to talk once again about what they’ve beaten, retired, and are currently playing. This week’s topic considers the new release of Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy and the seeming resurgence of licensed AAA singleplayer games, with another game of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’ rounding out the episode.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:30 – Fantasy Critic League: November Update00:06:12 - Games Beaten00:32:05 - Games Retired00:44:02 - Games Playing01:20:17 – Topic: Friendship ended with microtransactions, now single-player games are [AAA licensed games’] new best friend01:39:21 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Pixel Puzzle Makeout League [Switch], The Forgotten City [Xbox], Batman Arkham Knight [Xbox], River City Girls [Xbox], Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow [DS], Hot Wheels Unleashed [Xbox], Disco Elysium [Xbox], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], Metroid Dread [Switch], Rhythm Heaven [DS]Ric: Devotion (PC), IMSCARED (PC), Stubbs the Zombie (PC), NeuroVoider (Vita), LBX: Little Battlers Experience (3DS), BattleZone (PSP), Distrust (PC), Rocket League (PC), Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), HarmoKnight (3DS), Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy (PS4), The Witcher (PC)Paula: Nightshade [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Poly Bridge [PC], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [DS], Age of Empires IV [PC|Gamepass]
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY! It has been 1 full year since season 2 began! Join Ric, Paula, and Alex as they reminisce about this past year, and talk about their personal highlights. As usual, they talk about what they’ve beaten, retired, and are currently playing and they finish off the episode with the one and only ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:29 - Games Beaten [Part 1] - cecile richard's "i am still here"00:08:06 - Games Beaten [Part 2]00:28:03 - Games Retired00:30:29 - Games Playing01:02:49 – Topic: 1 Year Anniversary Special!01:34:24 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime [NDS], Batman Return to Arkham: Arkham City [Xbox], i am still here (Browser), Hot Wheels Unleashed [Xbox], Disco Elysium [Xbox], Batman Arkham Knight [Xbox], Pixel Puzzle Makeout League [Switch], Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow [DS]Ric: Max Gentlemen: Sexy Business! (PC), Alan Wake’s American Nightmare (PC), GAG (PC), Aerial_Knight's Never Yield (PS4), i am still here (Browser), Exile’s End (Vita), Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), Distrust (PC), Devotion (PC), Stubbs the Zombie (PC)Paula: i am still here (Browser), The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Nightshade [Switch], Poly Bridge [PC], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Shuuen no Virche - Error Salvation [Switch],
Join Alex, Paula, and Ric as they once again discuss the games they've beaten, retired, and played this week before talking about all things spooky in games to celebrate Halloween. They actually manage to take a listener question this week too! Don't forget to send in any questions you might have to our email! Once again, they finish things off with a round of How Long To Beat? The Game!HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:07 - Games Beaten 00:21:47 - Games Retired00:26:32 - Games Playing 00:53:17 – Topic: Horror in Video Games01:24:38 - Listener Question01:38:01 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Batman Return to Arkham: Arkham Asylum [Xbox], Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime [NDS], Hot Wheels Unleashed [Xbox], Disco Elysium [Xbox], Batman Return to Arkham: Arkham City [Xbox]Ric: VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (PSP/Vita), Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (PC), Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), Alan Wake’s American Nightmare (PC)Paula: New Pokemon Snap [Switch], Shuuen no Virche - Error Salvation [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch]
Ric, Paula, and Alex – now back to their regularly-scheduled recording slot – talk once again about what they’ve beaten, retired, and are currently playing. This week’s topic is a look at a ‘Gamer Motivation Profile’, which you can take at the link below. As always, the episode is rounded out by the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:25 - Games Beaten [Part 1]00:05:37 – Cameo from Molly00:07:06 - Games Beaten [Part 2]00:49:24 - Games Retired00:55:53 - Games Playing [Part 1]01:15:15 - NSO Rant01:19:16 – Games Playing [Part 2]01:28:58 – Topic: Gamer Motivation Profiles (https://apps.quanticfoundry.com/surveys/start/gamerprofile/)01:43:07 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Sumire [Switch], Metro Exodus [Xbox], Umurangi Generation [Switch], Visage [Xbox], Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime [NDS], Hot Wheels Unleashed [Xbox], Disco Elysium [Xbox], Batman Return to Arkham: Arkham Asylum [Xbox]Ric: Forgive Me, Father//Ultra Age//Soda Crisis//Dread Delusion demos, Wario Land 4 (GBA), Sumire (PC), Batman: Arkham Origins Blackgate (Vita), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (PC), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC), Rocket League (PC), Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker (PSP/Vita)Paula: Olympia Soireé [Switch], Timberborn [PC], Nightshade [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], New Pokemon Snap [Switch]
Join Alex, Ric and Paula as they talk about the demos they've tried during the Steam Next Fest (and maybe find your next favorite game!). As usual, the three of them talk about the games they beaten, retired, and they finish off with the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:53 - Games Beaten00:34:55 - Games Retired00:40:35 - Games Playing00:45:30 - Olympia Soirée (Spoilers Incoming)00:52:48 - Olympia Soirée (Spoiler section ends)01:00:50 - Steam Next Fest!01:29:24 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Yakuza: Like a Dragon [Xbox], Marvel’s Avengers [Xbox], Little Nightmares [Xbox], The Procession to Calvary [Xbox], The Great Ace Attorney: Adventures [Switch], Marvel's Avengers DLC [Xbox], Little Nightmares: The Depths [Xbox], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime [NDS], Hot Wheels Unleashed [Xbox]Ric: LOVE HERO (3DS), Foreclosed (PC), The Good Time Garden (PC), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), Wario Land 4 (GBA), Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (PC), Sumire (PC), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC)Paula: Amnesia: Later [Vita], Olympia Soireé [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Timberborn [PC]STEAM NEXT FEST GAMES* What Lies in the Multiverse * TUNIC * Transiruby * Mazeman * Bubble People * B.I.O.T.A * Monochrome RPG * Settlement Survival * Blind Fate: Edo no Yami * Aztech: Forgotten Gods * Night Reverie * The Bookwalker * 《Drifting : Weight of Feathers》 * Haiku, the Robot * Transiruby * Anno: Mutationem * Itorah * Undungeon * Who’s Lila? * Blackwind * The Last Bastion * Mechajammer * Filmechanism * Planet Cube Edge * Teabat!
Link to SplatterCat's Settlement Survival preview:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0TkIM5HqmfA
After a brief hiatus that the crew skillfully hid from you all with prerecorded episodes (and definitely did not lose a recording of this episode and needed to re-record), Ric, Paula, and Alex are back! The gang talks about the multitude of games they beaten, retired, and are currently playing before taking a listening questioner about all those shitty shitty plot twists. And finally, they finish off with the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’.HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:43 - Fantasy Critic League Update00:06:36 - Games Beaten00:38:30 - Games Retired00:53:28 - Games Playing01:32:15 - Listener Question: Bad Plot Twists01:39:54 - Persona 5 Spoilers01:42:28 - 13 Sentinels Spoilers01:44:45 - Narita Boy Spoilers1:45:15 - Pokemon Sun and Moon Spoilers01:46:47 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: The Artful Escape [Xbox], Superliminal [Xbox], Tomato Adventure [GBA], The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons [GBC], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], Yakuza: Like a Dragon [Xbox]Ric: Telling Lies (PC), Ghost of Tsushima: Iki Island (PS4), Vagrant Story (Vita), Kine (PC), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS)[replay], Wario Land 4 (GBA), Far Cry 3: Blood Dragon (PC), Sumire (PC), The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons (GBC)Paula: Lonely Wolf Treat [PC], Friendly Bunny Mochi [PC], Clever Fox Moxie [PC], Wandering Wolf Treat [PC], Dreaming Treat[PC], Mochi in Frosting[PC], Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia [3DS], Age of Empires IV (Closed Beta)[PC], Nightshade／百花百狼Switch, Amnesia: Later [Vita], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective[DS], New Pokemon Snap[Switch], Olympia Soireé [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Timberborn [PC]
Time for the next instalment of New Game +! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.
If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.
In this episode of NG+, we discuss games media, how it has developed from niche trade/industry press to what it is today, and some of the pressing topics it currently covers.
On this new episode of the HowLongtToBeat Podcast, Ric, Paula, and Alex once again go over the one beaten game and the many games they are playing. Then they tackle the subject of (delicious) food in videogames, including its history on the media, their own history with cooking and various appearances of ingredients and plates in different games. And finally, they finish off with the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:12 - Games Beaten00:13:40 - Games Playing00:49:58 - Food in Videogames01:26:52 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Wasteland 3 [Xbox], Tomato Adventure [GBA], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons [GBC], The Artful Escape [Xbox]Ric: Rocket League (PC), Vagrant Story (Vita), Kine (PC), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), Wario Land 4 (GBA), Ghost of Tsushima: Iki IslandPaula: Nightshade／百花百狼Switch, Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia [3DS], Amnesia: Later [Vita], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective[DS], New Pokemon Snap[Switch]
On this new episode of the HowLongtToBeat Podcast, Ric, Paula, and Alex once again go over the games they've beaten, retired and are playing. Before they can do that though, Abatage pops in for an update on the Fantasy Critic League. They continue their conversation from last week on subscription services by focusing on game preservation. And finally, they finish off with the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:54 - FCL August Update00:08:49 - Games Beaten00:25:39 - Games Retired00:26:52 - Games Playing01:08:30 - Game Preservation01:32:20 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [NDS], Tomato Adventure [GBA], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], Wasteland 3 [Xbox], The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons [GBC]Paula: reky[PC], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Amnesia: Later [Vita], Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia [3DS], Nightshade／百花百狼Switch, Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective[DS],Ric: puppy string (Browser), Silent Hill: Book of Memories (Vita), Vagrant Story (Vita), Kine (PC), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS), Wario Land 4 (GBA)
On this new episode of HowLongtToBeat, Ric, Paula, and Alex talk about, as always, the games they've beaten/retired. They then tackle the good, the bad and the ugly of Subscription services, and finish of with the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:14 - Games Beaten00:32:30 - Games Retired00:41:28 - Games Playing01:12:00 - Game Subscriptions and Streaming Services01:37:14 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Alex: Psychonauts 2 [Xbox], Myst (2021) [Xbox], Enslaved: Odyssey to the West [360], Tomato Adventure [GBA], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [NDS], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch]Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Amnesia: Later [Vita], Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia [3DS]Ric: Root Film (PS4), The Banner Saga (Android), Centipede: Infestation (3DS), Rodea: The Sky Soldier (3DS), Wargroove (PC)[TBC], Vagrant Story (Vita), Kine (PC), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)[replay], Silent Hill: Book of Memories (Vita), Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective (DS)
Time for the next installment of New Game +! This is a series where we occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These aren't released on a regular schedule but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, we take a deep dive into how games tell stories. A big shoutout to the Cinema Cartography's video: The Video Games that Changed Storytelling (https://youtu.be/LGyx-G4HPnc) which served as a jumping-off point for this discussion.
What have Ric, Paula, and Alex beaten/retired/played this week? Will any of the hosts be buying Skyrim again? Can anybody succeed in the latest instalment of ‘How Long To Beat? The Game!’? You’ll find the answers to all these questions and more in this, the latest episode of the How Long To Beat Podcast…HowLongToBeat forums - https://howlongtobeat.com/forumDiscord – https://discord.gg/v5F26DkEmail - hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:31 - Games Beaten00:53:12 - Games Retired00:56:54 - Games Playing01:17:17 - Re-re-re-re-remakes01:40:35 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Among Pipes [Switch], BUSTAFELLOWS [Switch], How Buddy’s Parent’s Met - jigsaw puzzle[PC], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch), Pokemon LeafGreen [GBA], Amnesia: Later [Vita], Fire Emblem Echoes: Shadows of Valentia [3DS]Alex: The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening [Switch], Blair Witch [Xbox] 押忍! 闘え! 応援団! (Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan!) [NDS], The Ascent [Xbox], Twelve Minutes [Xbox], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], System Shock Enhanced Edition [PC], Tomato Adventure [GBA], Ghost Trick: Phantom Detective [NDS], The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles [Switch], Enslaved: Odyssey to the West [360]Ric: Chicken Wiggle (3DS), Metal Slug 4 (Vita), Epic Mickey: Power of Illusion (3DS), Bullet Girls (PS Vita), Vagrant Story (Vita), Wargroove (PC), Root Film (PS4), Kine (PC), The Banner Saga (Android), VA-11 Hall-A (Vita)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula are back with some beaten games! Still a lonely Ric for retired games but we've all been playing lots of chunky games in the meantime. The gang tackles the question of gaming white whales, whether that be series they've meant to get into or that one elusive game they can't track down. As usual, they take a question from the listeners and finish things off with the 2020 game of the year: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, HLTB Discord, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:18 - Games Beaten00:30:52 - Games Retired00:33:36 - Games Playing00:55:38 - Thar she blows! Gaming White Whales01:23:18 - Listeners' question01:30:33 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Sweet Fuse: At Your Side [PSP|PSVita], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Pokemon LeafGreen [GBA], BUSTAFELLOWS [Switch], Luigi’s Mansion 3, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate [Switch]Alex: Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright [3DS], Picross S: Genesis & Master System Edition [Switch], The Ascent [Xbox], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], System Shock Enhanced Edition [PC], The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening [Switch]Ric: Castlevania: Circle of the Moon (GBA), Inferna (PC, itch), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES), Vagrant Story (Vita), Wargroove (PC), Root Film (PS4), Kine (PC), The Banner Saga (Android)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula have been slacking! With no beaten or retired games this week, there’s a focus on current playthroughs before talk turns to how the hosts handle their backlogs and a community question. As always, the episode is rounded out with the latest instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, HLTB Discord, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:24 - Fantasy Critic League Round-up00:05:45 - Games Playing00:48:58 - Backlogs Backlogs Backlogs01:21:00 - Listeners' question01:28:45 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Breath ofthe Wild(Switch, run 3), Sweet Fuse: At Your Side [PSP|PSVita], PokemonLeafGreen [GBA], BUSTAFELLOWS [Switch], Tears of Themis [Android], Luigi’sMansion 3, Mariokart 8 [Switch], Super Smash Bros. Ultimate [Switch]Alex: Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright[3DS], The Ascent [Xbox], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], Picross S:Genesis & Master System Edition [Switch], Microsoft Flight Simulator [Xbox]Ric: Inferna (PC, itch), Vagrant Story(Vita), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES), Wargroove (PC), Root Film (PS4),Castlevania: Circle of the Moon (GBA),
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula comment on the brand new lil' guy on the block: the Playdate! As usual, they discuss what they've Beaten, Retired, and Played over the past week(s) and finish off with the Best Game of all Time(TM): How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, HLTB Discord, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:21 - Games Beaten00:21:55 - Games Retired (Ric's Corner)00:37:25 - Games Playing01:20:00 - The Playdate01:29:50 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Ric: Brukel (PC), The Swapper (Vita), MotorStorm: RC - Carnival Expansion (Vita), Momodora: Reverie Under the Moonlight (PC), Titanfall 2 (PS4), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), Dex (Vita), Witchcrafty (Vita), Last Day of June (PC), Sonic Colours (DS), Wario Land: The Shake Dimension (Wii), E.Y.E: Divine Cybermancy (PC), Vagrant Story (Vita), Wargroove (PC), Root Film (PS4)Alex: Yu-Gi-Oh: The Eternal Duelist Soul [GBA], Professor Layton and the Unwound Future [DS], Pokemon Prism [GBC], Professor Layton vs Phoenix Wright [3DS], The Ascent [Xbox], Fire Emblem: The Blazing Blade [GBA], Pokemon Picross [3DS].Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Sweet Fuse: At Your Side [PSP|PSVita], Pokemon LeafGreen [GBA], Pokemon Unite [Switch], BUSTAFELLOWS [Switch]
Today we've got something a touch bit different for you. We're introducing a new series where we'll occasionally revisit a topic from the podcast in more depth for an unedited mini-episode. These episodes will run around 45 minutes to an hour. Sometimes our lives get in the way of our recording but we always want to make sure you've got something to enjoy each week! These won't be released on a regular schedule, but on an as-needed basis.If there's a topic we've covered before that you'd really like to hear us expand upon, then let us know on the HLTB forums, Discord, or at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.In this episode of NG+, we take a much deeper dive into Ric's favourite game 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. Spoilers abound but listen to find out if Alex has cooled off on the game or not.
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula talk about the new GabeBoy (SteamDeck) and a question from the listeners about gaming communities. As usual, they discuss what they've Beaten, Retired, and Played over the past week and finish off with everyone's favourite game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, HLTB Discord, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:05 - Games Beaten00:29:50 - Games Retired (Ric's Corner)00:34:30 - Games Playing01:00:15 - The Steamdeck (aka the GabeBoy)01:17:56 - Listeners' question01:33:24 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Fire Emblem: Shadow Dragon [DS], NEKOPARA: Catboys Paradise [PC], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Sweet Fuse: At Your Side [PSP|PSVita], Cupid Parasite [Nintendo Switch (JP)]Alex: CrossCode [Xbox], Streets of Rage 4 [Xbox], Ryse: Son of Rome [Xbox] Pokemon Prism [GBC], Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling [Xbox], Yu-Gi-Oh: The Eternal Duelist Soul [GBA], Professor Layton and the Unwound Future [DS]Ric: Momodora III (PC), Twin Breaker (Vita), Axiom Verge (Vita), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES), Wargroove (PC), Root Film (PS4), Wario Land: The Shake Dimension (Wii)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula talk about console revisions, and take on a listeners' question and talk about their favorite gaming companies. As usual, they discuss what they've Beaten, Retired, and Played over the past week and finish off with everyone's favourite game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, HLTB Discord, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:16 - Games Beaten00:20:46 - Games Retired (Ric's Corner)00:24:23 - Games Playing00:42:30 - Console Revisions01:24:48 - Listeners' question01:32:20 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: The Banner Saga [Switch], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Animal Crossing New Horizons [Switch], Alex: Pokemon Prism [GBC], CrossCode [Xbox]Ric: UPPERS (Vita), Dull Grey (Vita), Thy Sword (Vita), Astro Aqua Kitty (Vita), Sturmfront: The Mutant War - Farewell Edition (Vita), Vagrant Story (Vita), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES); Wargroove (PC)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula are joined by community member and Smash Bros aficionado FrozenRoy AKA Froy! We talked to him about himself and his gaming history as well as the games he has beaten, retired and been playing before turning to a discussion the shifting perception of ‘games as art’. We round it all off by playing Guest the Game AND How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:35 – Fantasy Critic League Roundup (Speedrun Edition)00:04:32 - Froy Interview00:16:37 - Games Beaten00:40:15 – Games (not) Retired00:42:52 - Games Playing01:18:38 – This Week’s Topic: When Did Games ‘Become Art’?1:42:47 – Guest the Game!1:47:48 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:FrozenRoy: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (Switch), Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth (Switch), Super Mario Odyssey (Switch), Super Metroid (SNES), Octopath Traveler (Switch), Civilization IV (PC), Breath of the Wild (Switch), Carcassonne (PC), Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Switch), Fate/Grand Order (Mobile), Hearthstone (Mobile), Joe & Mac 2: In the Tropics (SNES)Paula: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch), The Banner Saga (Switch)Alex: CrossCode [Xbox], Pokemon Prism [GBC]Ric: Severed Steel [Demo] (PC), Astro Aqua Kitty (Vita), Wargroove (PC)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula talk about all the wonderful demos they've played recently and have a spicy chat about 13 Sentinels. As usual, they discuss what they've Beaten, Retired, and Played over the past week and finish off with everyone's favourite game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, HLTB Discord, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:50 - Games Beaten00:07:40 - 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim (Spoilers)00:31:11 - Games Beaten Cont.00:39:40 - Games Retired (Alex's Corner)00:40:38 - Games Playing01:06:32 - Demos! Demos! Demos!01:37:57 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Hakuouki SSL [Vita, english patched], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch), Animal Crossing New Horizons [Switch], The Banner Saga [Switch], Unpacking, To the Rescue, Potion Craft, Terra Nil, The Immortal Mayor, Goblin Stone, Sea of Roses, The Light BringerAlex: 13 Sentinel: Aegis Rim [PS4], Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion [PC], Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego [SNES], Pokemon Prism [GBC], CrossCode [Xbox], Toem, Tunic, Button City, Echo Generation, Black Book, NEO: The World Ends With You, Terra Nil, Sable, Death Trash, Trigger Witch, Arietta of Spirits, Dodgeball Academia, Kraken Academy, Sail Forth, Unmetal, UnbeatableRic: Vagrant Story (Vita), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), UPPERS (Vita), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES), Chernobyl Liquidators, Grapple Hook
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula share their thoughts on this year's E3, and revisit memories of games as gifts. As usual, they discuss what they've Beaten, Retired, and Played over the past week and finish off this week’s installment of How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:29 - Games Beaten00:25:50 - Games Retired (Alex's Corner)00:32:33 - Games Playing00:51:48 - E3 discussion!01:18:55 - Listener's question!01:28:40 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim [PS4], Syrup and the Ultimate Sweet [itch.io], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Hakuouki SSL [Vita, english patched]Alex: Chicory - A Colourful Tale [PC], Mass Effect 2 [Xbox], Namco Museum - Galaga [Switch], Jagged Alliance 2 [PC], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego [SNES], Griftlands [Switch]Ric: Metal Slug: 2nd Mission (NGP, via PSP), Agent A: A Puzzle in Disguise (Android), Vagrant Story (Vita), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), UPPERS (Vita), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula tackle the subtle differences between craftsmanship and artistry in video games. As usual, they discuss what they've Beaten, Retired, and Played over the past week before embarking on this week’s instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:18 - Games Beaten00:16:37 - Games Retired00:27:14 - Games Playing01:04:05 - Craftmanship & Artistry in Video Games01:39:43 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince [Switch], beachcombing[itch.io], continental drift[itch.io], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild(Switch, run 3), Go! Go! Kokopolo! 3D[3DS], 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim [PS4], Hakuouki SSL [Vita, english patched], Terraria [PC, Co-op]Alex: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time [SNES], Dicey Dungeons [Switch], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Where in the World is Carmen Sandiego [SNES], Griftlands [Switch], Namco Museum - Galaga [Switch], Chicory - A Colourful Tale [PC]Ric: One Shot in the Dark, Now I'm Dead (Browser), RIDE (Browser), Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst (PS4), Vagrant Story (Vita), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), UPPERS (Vita), Metal Slug: 2nd Mission (NGP, via Vita), Front Mission: Gun Hazard (SNES)
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula have the pleasure of welcoming on the mind behind Go! Go! Kokopolo, Keith Webb! Their conversation is bookended by the gang’s Beaten, Retired, and Played games – as well as this month’s Fantasy Critic League update by Abatage – and this week’s instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comYou can find Keith at http://www.webbsta.com/ and https://twitter.com/TanukiiStudiosMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:08 - Fantasy Critic League Round-up00:04:53 - Games Beaten00:38:36 - Games Retired00:46:47 - Games Playing01:02:44 - Interview with Keith Webb01:48:45 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Diabolik Lovers [Vita], HOPE [PC], TOPOGRAPHY [PC], The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Switch), Go! Go! Kokopolo! 3D [3DS], The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince [Switch],Alex: Earthbound [SNES], ZZT [MSDOS], Magical Quest starring Mickey Mouse [SNES], Spider-Man and Venom: Maximum Carnage [SNES], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Portal 2 [360], Dicey Dungeons [Switch], Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles IV: Turtles in Time [SNES]Ric: The Hallway (Vita), Super Metroid (SNES, via Vita), Pokemon SoulSilver (DS), Eliss (iOS), Carcassonne (PC), Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst (PS4), Vagrant Story (Vita), Lichdom: Battlemage (PC), Quake (PS Vita), Taiko Drum Master V (Vita), IA/VT Colorful (Vita), UPPERS (Vita)
Welcome to … OtoMay!- - -This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula have Beaten, Retired, and Played loads of games -again-!! They forgo the usual topic and question, and share their thoughts on this year's OtoMay game "Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk". Paula shares some Otome games for beginners, as recommended by friends of Otome Twitter. They finish the episode with the timeless gem How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:04 - Games Beaten00:35:45 - Games Retired00:50:40 - Games Playing01:01:35 - OtoMay Discussion - start!!01:03:00 - [SPOILERS] Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly 01:09:55 - [SPOILERS] Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk01:34:44 - Otome Recommendations01:39:40 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Twitter Otome Recommendation Thread:https://twitter.com/Pokepaw/status/1397903293658116106Games Mentioned:OtoMay Selects - Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk(Psychedelica of the Black Butterfly cameo)Paula: Picross e6 [3DS], Picross e7 [3DS], Sanrio Characters Picross[3DS],The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild[Switch], Diabolik Lovers[Vita]Alex: Mass Effect [Xbox], Halo 4 [Xbox], The Adventures of Batman & Robin [SNES], Spyro the Dragon [Xbox], Jak & Daxter: The Precursor Legacy [Vita], Go! Go! Kokopolo! 3D [3DS], Biometal [SNES], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Rayman Origins [Vita], ZZT [MSDOS], Portal 2 [360]Ric: Mario Tennis Open (3DS), Cosmic Star Heroine (Vita), TOPOGRAPHY (Browser), Scourgebringer (Vita), Klonoa (PS1, via PSP), MotorStorm: RC - Pro-Am Expansion (Vita), Ghoulboy (Vita), Go! Go! Kokopolo 3D (3DS), Mekorama (Vita), Hyper Light Drifter (PC), Knockout City (PS4), Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst (PS4), Pokemon SoulSilver (DS), Shadow Blade: Reload (PC), Vagrant Story (Vita)OTOME RECOMMENDATIONS + reviews!Amnesia Memories [PSP, Vita, Steam, Mobile]https://otomekitten.com/2018/03/31/amnesia-memories-review-summary/[Individual character review here] -> https://blerdyotome.com/?s=amnesiaCode: Realize - Guardian of Rebirth - [Vita, PS4, Switch]https://otomekitten.com/2018/04/23/code-realize-guardian-of-rebirth-review/Collar x Malice [Vita, Switch]https://otomekitten.com/2018/05/21/collar-x-malice-review/Cinderella Phenomenon [Steam, itch.io]https://blerdyotome.com/2017/04/20/full-game-review-english-otome-cinderella-phenomenon/Nightshade [Steam, PC]https://otomekitten.com/2019/02/18/nightshade-review-nintendo-switch/Mystic Messenger [Mobile]https://mellymatters.wordpress.com/2017/01/16/mystic-messenger-review/
This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula are joined by a very special guest: HLTB Founder Randy (aka Everdred. We interviewed Randy about his gaming history and the history of the HLTB. We then discuss what he's beaten, retired and been playing before moving onto a discussion of memorable stories in games. We round it all off by playing TWO hit games: Guest the Game and How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:30 - Everdred Interview: Gaming History00:09:37 – Everdred Interview: History of HLTB00:32:50 - Games Beaten00:39:38 - Games Retired00:42:13 - Games Playing01:20:07 – This Week’s Topic: Memorable Stories in Games1:42:58 – Guest the Game!1:49:12 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Everdred: Resident Evil Village, Destroy All Humans! (Remake), Marvel Avengers, Vicious Attack Llama Apocalypse, Darkwood, Mass Effect: Legendary Edition, Knockout City, SomaPaula: Picross e6 [3DS], Picross e7 [3DS], TLoZ: Breath of the Wild [Switch], Diabolik Lovers [Vita]Alex: Jak & Daxter: The Precursor Legacy [Vita], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Halo 4 [Xbox], Tetris 99 [Switch], Go! Go! Kokopolo! 3D [3DS], Alien IsolationRic: Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk (Vita), Mirror’s Edge: Catalyst (PS4) [replay], Pokewalker SoulSilver (DS), Hyper Light Drifter (PC), Scourgebringer (Vita), Go! Go! Kokopolo 3D (3DS), COD: Cold War (PS4)
Welcome to … OtoMay!- - -This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula have Beaten, Retired, and Played loads of games!! With time running out, the gang squeeze in a discussion on their picks for the one game everyone should play, and sprint to the finish line with another instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:14 - Games Beaten00:34:30 - Games Retired00:43:32 - Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk [Playing - Discussion]00:54:17 - Games Playing01:08:16 – This Week’s Topic: One Game That Everyone Should Play1:24:34 - How Long To Beat? The Game!SmallAnt's Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/c/SmallantGames Mentioned:OtoMay Selects - Psychedelica of the Ashen HawkRic: Hades (PC), Kamiko (PS4), HOPE (Browser), Dear Future (PC), DKC Returns (3DS), The House of the Dead 2 (Wii), Fossil Fighters Frontier (3DS), Cosmic Star Heroine (Vita), Pokewalker SoulSilver (DS), Hyper Light Drifter (PC), Scourgebringer (Vita), Go! Go! Kokopolo 3 (3DS), Mario Tennis Open (3DS)Alex: Resident Evil Village [Xbox], Titanfall 2 [Xbox], E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial [GBA], Mass Effect Legendary Edition [Xbox], Halo 4 [Xbox]Paula: Pokemon SoulSilver [DS], Diabolik Lovers [Vita], Picross e6 [3DS]
Welcome to … OtoMay!- - -This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula discuss their week in games Beaten, Retired, and Playing. They then ditch the usual episode format and pitch each other games - some with ill intentions. They then finish the episode off with everyone's favorite game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:01:40 - Games Beaten00:22:25 - Games Retired00:29:07 - Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk [Playing - Discussion]00:39:36 - Games Playing00:57:03 – Game Pitch-athon1:31:00 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:OtoMay Selects - Psychedelica of the Ashen HawkRic: Metal Slug X (PSP), Ghost of Tsushima: Legends (PS4), Hades (PC), Cosmic Star Heroine (Vita), DKC Returns (3DS), Pokemon SoulSilver (DS), Scourgebringer (Vita)Alex: Halo 3: ODST [Xbox], Gravity Rush [Vita], Outriders [Xbox], Rain On Your Parade [Xbox], Halo Reach [Xbox], Destroy All Humans (2020) [Xbox], Everhood [Switch], Resident Evil Village [Xbox]Paula: Picross e5 [3DS], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Pokemon SoulSilver [DS]Games Pitched: Psychonauts, Hatoful Boyfriend, Norn9: Var Commons, Uncharted 4, Flipping Death, Blaster Master: Enemy Below, Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure, Until Dawn
Welcome to … OtoMay!- - -This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula are joined by forum buddy Uvehj. After a brief interview with Uvehj, they learn more about what he's beaten, retired and been playing. They then discuss cheating and all its implications before playing TWO hit games: Guest the Game and How Long To Beat? The Game! You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com Music – Ian Edward Graphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:00 - Fantasy Critic League Update00:04:00 – Uvehj Interview00:16:18 - Games Beaten 00:29:04 - Games Retired 00:30:51 - Games Playing 01:06:09 – This Week’s Topic: Cheating in Video Games1:24:30 – Guest the Game!1:27:14 - How Long To Beat? The Game! Games Mentioned: Uvehj: Scythe + Hellrider [PC - DOOM mods (combined into a single playthrough)], Vampire: The Masquerade - Shadows of New York [PC], Anger Foot [PC], Night of the Consumers [PC], .kkrieger [PC], Cinderella Phenomenon [PC], Wizardry 6 [PC], Crusader Kings 3 [PC], WRC 5 [PC], LEGO® Harry Potter: Years 1-4 [PC], Shadowrun: Hong Kong [PC], Blade of Agony [PC]Paula: Diabolik Lovers [Vita - Fan Patched] (2nd route cleared!), Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Picross e5 [3DS], Pokemon SoulSilver, Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk [PSVita]Alex: Halo 3: ODST [Xbox], Outriders [Xbox], Everhood [Switch], Rain on Your Parade [Xbox], Psychedelica of the Ashen Hawk [Vita]Ric: Rocket League (PC), Cosmic Star Heroine (Vita), DKC Returns (3DS), Pokemon SoulSilver (DS), Scourgebringer (Vita)
Next month, prepare yourself for… OtoMay!- - -This week on the How Long To Beat Podcast, Ric, Alex, and Paula discuss their week in games Beaten, Retired, and Played, before considering the current state of gaming and whether or not things have been going downhill lately… As always, things are rounded out with a question from the community, and the latest round in the OSCAR-Nominated game, How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew00:00:00 - Intro00:00:16 – Something’s not right here…00:00:55 – …Welcome to OtoMay!00:03:00 - Games Beaten00:28:21 - Games Retired00:33:25 - Games Playing00:58:12 – This Week’s Topic: Have Games Gone Downhill Lately?1:14:04 – Question of the Week1:23:03 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Picross e4 [3DS], Forest’s Secret: Mystery of the Frost [PC], Code: Realize ~ Wintertide Miracles ~ [Switch], Diabolik Lovers [Vita - Fan Patched] [Vita], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch]Ric: Narita Boy (PC), Crow Crime: A Murder Mystery (Browser), Synergia (Vita), Metal Slug 3 (Vita), Strider (Arcade, via PSX), Freedom Wars (Vita), Hades (PC), Cosmic Star Heroine (Vita), DKC Returns (3DS), Pokemon SoulSilver (DS), Scourgebringer (Vita)Alex: Gravity Rush [Vita], Halo 3 [Xbox], Outriders [Xbox], Everhood [Switch], Lufia: The Legend Returns [GBC]
Welcome back to another week of the How Long To Beat Podcast! Your hosts Ric, Alex, and Paula take you once again through the games they've Beaten, Retired, and Played this week. They also tackle a tricky and cancel-able topic: they share their not-so-popular gaming opinions. Finally, thay take a question from the forum, and play the best-selling game of all time: How Long To Beat? The Game!00:00:00 - Intro00:01:30 - Trip World [GB] Discussion!00:10:00 - Games we've Beaten00:21:40 - Games we've Retired00:25:37 - Games we're Playing00:51:03 - Well-loved games we just don’t like1:04:52 - And unloved games we just darn well like 1:12:54 - Knalb's Question1:20:39 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Picross e2 [3DS], Picross e3 [3DS], Trip World [GB], Diabolik Lovers [Vita - Fan Patched], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], , Code: Realize ~ Wintertide Miracles ~, Picross e4 [3DS]Ric: Continental Drift (Browser), Witcheye (Android), Aqua Kitty DX (Vita), Trip World (GB), Hades (PC), Narita Boy (PC), Freedom Wars (Vita), Synergia (Vita)Alex: Trip World [GB], Genesis Noir [Xbox], Halo 2: Anniversary [Xbox], Shantae [GBC], Monster Max [GB], Gravity Rush [Vita], Halo: The Master Chief Collection [Xbox], Outriders [Xbox], Everhood [Switch], Lufia: The Legend Returns [GBC]Paula's note: remember, you can get the Vita English Patch for DiaLovers here!https://otomevn.com/diabolik-lovers-limited-v-edition-english-patch/
Welcome back to another week of the How Long To Beat Podcast! Your hosts Ric, Alex, and Paula take you once again through the games they've Beaten, Retired, and Played this week. They also tackle the topic of "respecting the player's time", take a question from the forum, and play the best-selling game: How Long To Beat? The Game!00:00:00 - Intro00:01:58 - Games we've Beaten00:37:57 - Games we've Retired00:44:37 - Games we're Playing01:00:11 - Respecting the Player's Time1:20:19 - Roberoo's Question1:25:34 - How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Steam Prison [Switch], Picross e [3DS], 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim [PS4], Diabolik Lovers [Vita - Fan Patched], Animal Crossing [Switch], Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition [PC - multiplayer], Picross e2 [3DS], Bravely Default [DS]Alex: Ori and the Will of the Wisps [Xbox], Narita Boy [Xbox], Halo CE: Anniversary Edition [Xbox], Strider 2 [PSX], Doom Eternal [Xbox], Metal Gear Solid [GBC], Final Fantasy V [GBA], Gravity Rush [Vita], Halo: The Master Chief Collection [Xbox], 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim [PS4], Genesis Noir [Xbox], Densetsu no Stafy (The Legendary Starfy), Assassin's Creed OdysseyRic: visit (Browser), Fall Guys (PS4), Nex Machina (PS4), Wild-9 (PC), Strider 2 (PS1) [via PSP], Kick & Fennick (Vita), Ghost of Tsushima: Legends (PS4), Hades (PC), Narita Boy (PC), Rocket League (PC), CoD: Cold War/Warzone (PS4), Witcheye (Android), Freedom Wars (Vita), Aqua Kitty DX (Vita),
Regular hosts Alex, Paula, and Ric are joined by guest and Fantasy Critic League admin extraordinaire, abatage! After the customary guest interrogation/interview, talk turns to games beaten, retired, and played in the last week. Our guest brings with them a question and a new segment: Guest The Game! Regular listeners shouldn’t worry, as this a supplement to- not a replacement for – the ever-present How Long To Beat? The Game! You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:0:00:00 – Intro0:00:40 – Fantasy Critic Roundup0:04:04 – Guest Interview0:17:35 – Games Beaten0:35:00 – Games Retired0:45:48 - Currently Playing1:17:02 - Topic/Question of the week1:26:32 – Guest The Game1:30:33 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned: abatage: 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim [PS4], Dirt 5 [XBO], NUTS [PC], Genesis Noir [XBO], HuniePop 2 [PC], Halo CE [XBO], Battletoads (2020) [XBO], Zeno Clash [PC], Waves 2 [PC], Disneyland Adventures [XBO], Narita Boy [PC], Cyberpunk 2077 [XBO], Haven [XBO], Pyre [PC], Hand of Fate [PC], The Church In The Darkness [PC], Hardspace Shipbreaker [PC], Generation Zero [PC]Alex: Final Fantasy V [GBA], Halo: The Master Chief Collection [Xbox], Ori and the Will of the Wisps [Xbox], Metal Gear Solid [GBC], Doom Eternal [Xbox], 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim [PS4]Paula: Steam Prison [Switch], Animal Crossing: New Horizons [Switch], Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition [PC], Zelda II: The Adventure of Link [NSO]Ric: Hades (PC), Rocket League (PC), Call of Duty: Warzone (PS4), Ghost of Tsushima: Legends (PS4), Freedom Wars (Vita), Witcheye (Android), Narita Boy (PC)
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the up´coming disappearance of the PS3/PSP/PS Vita stores and how - sadly - digital isn't forever. They discuss what they've beaten, retired, played, take a "light" question from the listeners, and finish off with everyone's favorite game... Say it with me! : How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:01:34 - What we've Beaten00:11:11 - What we've Retired00:14:20 - What we've Played00:43:10 – PS3/PSP/PS Vita store shutting doing01:17:15 - Question of the Week01:20:44 - Mile Edgeworth Investigations 2 Spoilers01:21:50 - Café Énchanté Spoilers01:23:29 - Spoilers Over01:28:30 – How Long To Beat? The Game!DiaLovers English Patch here!https://otomevn.com/diabolik-lovers-limited-v-edition-english-patch/Hakuouki SSL English Patch here!https://github.com/HakuoGakuen/HakuoukiSSLGames mentioned:Paula: Crow Crime: A Murder Mystery, Steam Prison, Animal Crossing, Age of Empires II: Definitive EditionAlex: Loop Hero, Cave Noire, Final Fantasy V, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Metal Gear Solid, Doom Eternal Ric: beachcombing, Dress Code: Human, Theatrhythm Final Fantasy: Curtain Call, Blind Jump, Fall Guys, Witcheye, Freedom Wars, NeurovoiderPSP Games: Dissidia 012, MGS: Peace Walker, Persona 3 Portable, Dracula X Chronicles, The 3rd Birthday, Valkyria Chronicles II, The Red Star, Valkyria Chronicles IIIVita Games: Big and obvious, Danganronpa quadrilogy, Freedom Wars, Gravity Rush, P4G, Uncharted: Golden Abyss, Deadbolt, Dragon’s Crown, Hotline Miami, Odin Sphere Leifthrasir, The Swapper, VA-11 Hall-A, Velocity 2X, Ys IV; VIII, Zero Escape trilogy, EDF 2: Tales from Planet Space, Muramasa Rebirth & Genroku Legends DLC, P4D, Sound Shapes, all Ys GamesOtome Corner:Sweet Fuse, Norn9: Var Commons, Period Cube: Shackles of Amadeus, Bad Apple Wars, Hakuouki SSL, Diabolik Lovers Limited V Edition
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss flavour text in games as well as all the usual tasty segments. They discuss what they've beaten, retired, played, take a question from the listeners, and play the best-selling game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro00:02:04 - What we've Beaten00:03:06 - Spoilers for Endless Scroll & Under a Star called Sun00:08:08 - End Spoiler chat00:28:56 - What we've Retired00:32:53 - What we've Played00:56:25 – Flavour Text in Games01:14:08 - Question of the Week01:21:05 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games mentioned:Paula: Dai Gyakuten Saiban [3DS], Under a Star Called Sun [Browser] Endless Scroll [Browser], Steam Prison [Switch], Animal Crossing [Switch]Alex: Kirby’s Dreamland 2 [GBC], Kid Dracula [GB], Under a Star Called Sun [Browser], Bioshock Remastered [Xbox], Loop Hero [PC], Halo: The Master Chief Collection [Xbox], Cave Noire [GB], Metal Gear Solid [GBC]Ric: Sushi Cat (GBA), ENDLESS SCROLL (Browser), Like Roots in the Soil (PC), Freedom Wars (Vita), Hades (PC), Ghost of Tsushima: Legends (PS4), Rocket League (PC), Blind Jump (GBA)
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric take a journey down the rabbit hole that is itch.io and explore a range of (mostly) excellent indie games and experiences!! This one-off discussion is bookended by their ‘currently playing’ games and the latest instalment of How Long To Beat? The Game!All of the itch.io games discussed on this episode are collected at - https://hltbpodcast.itch.io/You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:05 – Currently Playing00:21:00 – itch.io games01:25:40 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games mentioned (excluding itch.io games)Alex: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (Switch), Ring Fit Adventure (Switch), Bioshock Remastered (Xbox), Kid Dracula (GB), Loop Hero (PC)Paula: Dai Gyakuten Saiban: Naruhodou Ryuunosuke no Bouken (3DS), Zelda II: Theadventure of Link (NES, via NSO)Ric: Hades (PC), Ghost of Tsushima: Legends (PS4), Freedom Wars (Vita), Rocket League (PC)
We are back to our usual format! This week Ric, Paula and Alex discussed talked about what they've been playing, and what they've beaten and retired, and share their thoughts on Cinematic Games. Abatage is also here to report what has happened on the HLTB Fantasy critic League. We finish off with everyone's favourite game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com.Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:45 – Fantasy Critic Roundup00:07:10 – Games Beaten00:42:01 – Games Retired00:46:45 – Currently Playing00:53:54 – Topic of the Week: Cinematic Games01:16:57 – Question of the Week01:26:29 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Browser Game LinksSix Cats Under - https://teambeanloop.itch.io/six-cats-underSELF - https://dev-dwarf.itch.io/selfnovena - https://haraiva.itch.io/novenaFor a list of the games mentioned in this podcast, check out our YouTube channel: HLTB Podcast.
Welcome to the first HLTB Podcast Mailbag!! This week Alex, Paula, and Ric forego a topic and speedrun their currently playing games to make room for three (yes, three!) listener questions. But don’t worry, there’s still enough time in the episode for another round of How Long to Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:58 – Games Beaten00:55:59 – Currently Playing: Any% Speedrun Edition 00:56:46 - Listener Question #101:07:44 - Listener Question #201:16:30 - Listener Question #301:26:09 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:Paula: Backstage Pass [PC], BoxBoxBoy! [3DS], BYE-BYE BOXBOY! [3DS], The Legend ofZelda [NSO-Switch], Dai Gyakuten Saiban: Naruhodou Ryuunosuke no Bouken [3DS], OZMAFIA!! [PC]Alex: Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins [GB], Kirby’s Dream Land [GB], Mr. Driller [GBC], Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga [GBA], Deadeus [GB], Bowser's Fury [Switch, Yakuza 0 [Xbox], Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury [Switch], Pokemon Trading Card Game 2: The Invasion of Team GR [GBC], Ring Fit Adventure [Switch]Ric: Drill Dozer (GBA), Mirror’s Edge (iOS), Metal Slug: 1st Mission (NGP), The House of the Dead: Overkill - The Lost Reels(iOS), Cyberpunk 2077 (PS4), Knightin’+ (Vita), Bouncy Bullets (PS4), Hades (PC), Time Recoil (Vita), Metal Slug 2 (PSP)
Regular hosts Alex, Paula, and Ric are joined by guest and fellow forum user letstalkaboutdune! After the customary guest interrogation/interview, talk turns to games beaten, retired, and played in the last week. The discussion segment this time centres on how we evaluate old games we’re playing for the first time today, and as always the episode concludes with an instalment of the hit podcast-based gameshow sensation, How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:56 – Guest interview00:19:59 – Games recently beaten00:29:38 - Games retired00:42:06 – Currently Playing01:13:14 – Topic/Question of the week!01:35:40 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games Mentioned:letstalkaboutdune: Persona 4 Golden (Vita), both Ori games (Switch), Kingdom Hearts Final Mix (PS4), 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim (PS4), The 3rd Birthday (PSP), Astro Boy: The Omega Factor (GBA), Smash Bros. Ultimate (Switch), Xenogears (PS1)Paula: Piofiore no Bansho ~Episodio 1926~ [Switch], Genshin Impact [PC], Jurassic World Evolution [PC], OZMAFIA [PC]Alex: Yakuza 0 (Xbox), Pokemon Card GB2: Great Rocket-Dan Sanjou! (GBC), Ring Fit Adventure (Switch), Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga (GBA)Ric: Cyberpunk 2077 (PS4), Hades (PC), The House of the Dead: Overkill - The Lost Reels (iOS), Knightin’+ (Vita), Metal Slug: 1st Mission (NGP), Rocket League (PC), Fall Guys (PS4), Call of Duty: Warzone (PS4)
As you may be able to tell from the title, this week Ric, Paula and Alex discussed the new Nintendo Direct! We also talked about what we've beaten, retired, recent demos from the Feb. Steam Game Festival and everyone's favourite game: How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com. Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:13 - Fantasy Critic Roundup00:05:21 – Games Beaten00:25:40 – Games Retired00:41:13 – Nintendo Direct Discussion01:12:23 – Topic of the Week: Steam Game Festival Demos!01:29:19 – How Long To Beat? The Game!For a list of the games mentioned in this podcast, check out our YouTube channel: HLTB Podcast.
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the quirks of localization and share some of the interesting tidbits they've learned over the years. They breakdown what they've beaten, retired and played recently before jumping into the Game of the Year, according to Geoff Keighley, that's right it's How Long to Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com. For a list of the games mentioned in this podcast, check out our YouTube channel.Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:11 – Games Beaten00:34:46 – Games Retired00:39:27 – Currently Playing01:03:03 – Topic of the Week: Localization01:29:23 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss what they've... Wait.. a new challenger has appeared! This week, a friend of the forums, Dragonh89, joins the cast! Dragon gets subjected to a little interview by the usual crew, before joining the usual discussion of games beaten/playing. Then everyone talks about games that can help to ease a new player into the world of gaming. Rounding off the episode is How Long To Beat? The Game! to give everyone a chance to show their skills - or lack thereof - at the best game ever made!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:35 – Introducing our guest!00:02:31 – Guest Interview00:24:56 – Games Recently Beaten00:44:40 – Currently Playing01:17:10 – Topic/Question of the week!01:33:10 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss when is a game consider "new" (Part 2: Electric Boogaloo!). As usual, they discuss what they've beaten, retired. Rounding off the episode is How Long To Beat? The Game!, which recently featured in GQ's 30 under 30.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:02 – Games Beaten00:23:45 – Games Retired00:37:53 – Currently Playing01:09:20 – When is a game considered "new"? PART DEUX01:30:33 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss when is a game consider "new", and the road they'd like the gaming industry to walk down. As usual, they discuss what they've beaten, retired, and are playing before taking a question from the forums - this week, about games they wish they hadn't beaten! Rounding off the episode is How Long To Beat? The Game!, which recently featured in GQ's 30 under 30.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:08 – Games Beaten00:16:20 – Games Retired00:23:58 – Currently Playing00:56:56 – When is a game considered "new"?01:18:50 – Listener Question01:32:52 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
Links:Tiny Echo OST - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGD_shHD8LhrAn-CY-PR8ifSedq1uIllWDark Heritage CGI - https://youtu.be/6lMsF7jNAaU?t=65Grapple Hoops - https://gamedevandrew.itch.io/grapple-hoopsThis week, Alex, Paula, and Ric look back on the games that got them into gaming. As usual, they discuss what they've beaten, retired, and are playing before taking a question from the forums - this week, about games they wish they hadn't beaten! Rounding off the episode is How Long To Beat? The Game!, which recently featured in GQ's 30 under 30.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:24 – Games Beaten00:25:19 – Games Retired00:30:03 – Currently Playing01:01:17 – The games that got us into gaming01:08:41 – Listener Question01:27:32 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric reveal their gaming goals for 2021. As usual, they discuss what they've beaten, retired, and are playing before taking a fascinating question from the forums about game clones! You better believe that the greatest game show known to man, How Long To Beat? The Game! returns!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:21 – Games Beaten00:26:30 – Games Retired00:30:00 – Currently Playing00:51:22 – Gaming Goals for 2021 01:11:52 – Listener Question01:25:50 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric give out the first HLTB Podcast Gaming Awards! A very prestigious and important set of awards. We discuss a number of games we've beaten recently and of course our weekly session of How Long To Beat? The Game! returns!Check out the forums to learn more about the 2021 Gaming Challenge and the HLTB Fantasy Critic League.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:28 – Announcements00:03:27 – Games beaten this week00:05:15 – Florence spoilers start00:09:57 – End of Florence spoilers00:44:55 – Currently playing00:46:53 – HLTB 2020 Gaming Awards01:21:14 – Listener Question01:26:44 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric share their Christmas Memories... those related to gaming, that is! Regular segments return - with a little Cyberpunk discussion thrown in the mix -, and of course our weekly session of How Long To Beat? The Game! - rated the 3rd best podcast-based gaming trivia show by the DR Congo's Podcast Appreciators' Association (DRCPAA).
You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com
Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thew
Timestamps:00:01:05 – Games beaten this week00:11:55 – Games retired this week00:14:27 – Cyber-Round Table00:20:10 – Currently playing00:34:00 – Gaming Christmas Memories01:02:58 – Listener Question01:25:40 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric turn their attention to game subscription services: discussing the pros, cons, and everything in between. Regular segments return, including How Long To Beat? The Game! - rated the 3rd best podcast-based gaming trivia show by the DR Congo's Podcast Appreciators' Association (DRCPAA).You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:49 – Games beaten this week00:16:42 – Games retired this week00:25:42 – Currently playing00:54:18 – Game Subscription Services01:16:14 – Listener Question 01:29:30 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss to emulate or not to emulate, that is the question! Regular segments return, including How Long To Beat? The Game! - the generation-defining game for ages 8-80.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:15 – Games beat this week00:13:25 – Games retired this week00:23:48 – Currently playing00:50:02 – To emulate, or not to emulate?01:11:50 – Listener Question01:27:40 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss their most anticipated games of 2021! Regular segments return, including How Long To Beat? The Game! - the generation-defining game for ages 8-80.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:55 – Black Friday and November loot00:09:05 – Games beaten this week00:18:06 – Games retired this week00:22:00 – Currently playing00:35:08 – Our most anticipated games in 202101:03:42 – Listener Question01:11:40 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
This week, Alex, Paula, and Ric discuss the true master race of gaming... handheld gamers! Regular segments return, including How Long To Beat? The Game! - the generation-defining game for ages 8-80.You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:00:47 – Games beaten this week00:13:06 – Games retired this week00:26:24 – Currently playing00:52:31 – Handheld Gaming: Past, Present, Future01:22:28 – Listener Question 01:27:07 – How Long To Beat? The Game!
Join your wonderful podcast hosts Alex, Paula, and Ric as they tackle part 2 of their "Games of the Generation". This time they tackle the now laid to rest Nintendo 3DS and Playstation Vita.Got a question for the pod? Head over to HowLongToBeat forums or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com to ask your burning questions!Music – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:43 – Games beaten this week00:27:08 – Games retired this week00:29:19 – Games of the Generation: 3DS & Vita01:16:54 – Honourable Mentions01:19:09 – Listener Question01:27:21 – Games we're currently playing01:28:38 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games of the GenerationPaula- Ace Attorney: Dual Destinies, Code: Realize - Guardian of Rebirth, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, Shin Megami Tensei IVRic - [Deadbolt] - BOXBOY (series), Velocity 2X, Ys VIII: Lacrimosa of Dana, Shin Megami Tensei IV, Muramasa: RebirthAlex - Fire Emblem: Fates, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Spirit of Justice, The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds, Persona 4 Golden, Stardew ValleyHonourable Mentions:Paula - Persona Q, Gravity Rush, Steins; Gate 0, Fire Emblem Awakening, Professor Layton vs Ace Attorney.Ric - Etrian Odyssey IV: Legends of the Titan, Hotline Miami (duology), Severed, The Swapper, VA-11 HALL-AAlex - Hollow Knight, Return of the Obra Dinn, Fire Emblem: Shadows of Valentia, Fire Emblem: Awakening, Persona 4: Dancing All Night
On the eve of the newest consoles launching, we discuss the console and PC games that have defined their last generation of gaming. Regular segments return, including the gameshow segment that’s taking the world of podcasts by storm, How Long To Beat? The Game!You can find us all on the HowLongToBeat forums, or email us at hltbpodcast@gmail.comMusic – Ian EdwardGraphic design – M4thewTimestamps:00:01:19 – Games beaten this week00:16:52 – Games retired this week00:21:26 – Currently playing00:31:07 – Games of the Generation: Console & PC01:20:12 – Honourable Mentions01:21:42 – Listener Question01:28:39 – How Long To Beat? The Game!Games of the Generation:Alex – Resident Evil 2, Prey, Resident Evil 7 VR, Uncharted 4, The Witcher 3: Wild HuntPaula – Untitled Goose Game, The Liar Princess and the Blind Prince, Yoshi's Woolly World, Wargroove, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the WildRic – Deadbolt, DOOM 2016/Eternal, Ghost of Tsushima, 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim, Rocket LeagueHonourable Mentions:Alex – Astro Bot Rescue Mission, Dishonored 2, The Last of Us Part 2, Red Dead Redemption 2, Persona 5Paula – Slime Rancher, Gris, Ori and the Blind Forest, Baba is You, Astral ChainRic – Control, Marvel’s Spider-Man, Prey (2017), Subsurface Circular and Quarantine Circular, Yoku’s Island ExpressUnderrated Games:Alex – Concrete GeniePaula – Flipping DeathRic – Soul Bubbles, Chasm, Deadpool, Lost Dimension, Metroid: Other M, Of Orcs & Men, Mainlining, Stuntman: Ignition, Warriors of the Lost Empire
Welcome to another episode of the HowLongToBeat podcast! Join Ric (NinjaRic), Paula (Pokepaw), and Alex (Alex5101) as they discuss games they've beaten and retired recently, podcast games, our monthly pick ups, and some questions from the forum. We end things off with a fun new game that you'll just need to listen to hear! To send in questions, visit the forums or e-mail us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com!The beautiful intro/outro theme by forum user Ian Edward.Logo by M4thew.Timecodes:00:01:48 - What games have you beaten recently?00:14:30 - What games have you retired recently?00:23:00 - What games have you been playing?00:49:05 - "Podcast Games"00:53:49 - October game acquisitions01:07:17 - Listener Question #101:25:00 - Listener Question #201:27:10 - How Long To Beat? The Game!
Welcome to the reanimation of the HowLongToBeat podcast just in time for spooky season! Join Ric (NinjaRic), Paula (Pokepaw), and Alex (Alex5101) as they discuss games they've beaten and retired recently, the HLTB Games of the Month for October (well, most of them), and a question from the forum. We end things off with a fun new game that you'll just need to listen to hear! To send in questions, visit the forums or e-mail us at hltbpodcast@gmail.com!The beautiful intro/outro theme by forum user Ian Edward.Logo by M4thew.Timecodes:00:01:18 - What games have you beaten recently?00:22:25 - What games have you retired recently?00:30:30 - HLTB Games of the Month October00:42:00 - Doki Doki Literature Club Spoiler Talk00:45:20 - Fire Emblem Localization & Timed Releases00:54:07 - Listener Question01:07:00 - How Long To Beat? The Game!
As the podcast delves into its official unofficial second season, the cast catches up on their recent gaming forays (which basically means a lot of Ric gushing about mobile/handheld games while Toast and Kerf fish into the hollow recesses of their memories for something to contribute). Stay tuned in a couple weeks' time for Part 2!
Back from a short break, and with an obnoxiously long title, this episode of the HLTB podcast sees hosts KerfMerf, UltimateZombieToast and NinjaRic talking about the games they beat. By which we mean the games Ric beat, because he's a loser with no life or friends and he's not as handsome as Kerf and his glorious red beard anyway.
[Three guesses which one of us handles the RSS uploads]
You can also look forward to your regularly-scheduled host segments, a question from the forums, and the usual amount of off-topic conversation!
Giddyup, pardners! This episode, our hosts (and a special guest from the West) go through their latest completions, laugh at Kerf's Sonic OC, and get lost in bible-based retro gaming. There's also another installment of the fan-favourite segment, Ricommendations.
In perhaps the most morally questionable episode yet, the cast (who is almost unanimously on death's door), discusses plagiarism, the Israel/Palestine conflict, and euthanizing literal children. Special guest pokepaw's kind heart prevents us from committing crimes against humanity. Theme music by Alex Eliades. Intermission music by Acidjoker. Follow us on Twitter @HLtBPodcast
Saddle up adventurers, because we're taking this episode of the HLTB Podcast on a pseudo text-based adventure, which can ONLY have good results. Featuring our second guest host Uvehj (Dave?), we have a grand old time discussing the Game of the Month, Stories, as well as the Monster Hunter series. As always, be sure to give our Twitter a follow @HLtBPodcast! (Intermission music is "Gryphons of the West" from the Tyrian 2000 soundtrack by Alexander Brandon)
Tired of hearing the same three voices every 2 weeks? Be tired no more! The main hosts are joined this episode by their very first guest host from the HLTB community, Anthony! In addition to the usual video game talk, there is a disproportionate focus on Christian children's television and ego-stroking. For the forum question, they discuss the most memorable gaming protagonists.You can check out more of Anthony's music at anneisalive.bandcamp.comAnd, as always, make sure to follow us on Twitter @HLtBPodcast
The hosts are back in full form with more digressions about bad movies and genitalia than you can shake a stick at! Ric and Toast flex their fanatical muscles for Chrono Trigger while Kerf does a trial run of his new host segment. It all rounds out with a discussion of the best and most memorable villains in gaming. Be sure to follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/HLtBPodcast
On this relatively short, intermissionless, and questionless episode of the podcast, the hosts catch up on their backlog progress from the past month (with Kerf, as usual having way too many games to talk about at once) and share their increasingly warlike host segments--with the potential for the audience to influence their future! Then they end with a plea to the listeners to come aboard as guest hosts.
This just might be our longest episode yet! Listen as we ramble about the pros and cons of current-gen consoles! Sleep through Kerf's far-too-long list of recent completions! Judge Ric for his bad taste in games! And wait on the edge of your seat for Toast's paradigm-shifting forum question! We're not exaggerating whatsoever!
In this short bonus episode of the podcast, the hosts talk about the most intriguing-looking games from the major E3 press conferences.
Picking up a discussion from the HLTB forums, the hosts talk about different options for nominations and votes for the Game of the Month. Toast introduces a new host segment, and then they discuss cheating in games and their favorite gaming content creators.Theme Music "Pod Willing" by Alex EliadesIntermission Music "See Sixty Funk" remixed by Mazedude, retrieved from OCremix.org
In this BLEEPing episode of the HowLongToBeat podcast, the BLEEPing hosts can't stop themselves from using BLEEPing curse words. Nevertheless, they press onward, discussing their favorite game trailers, what series they've played the most games in, and what themes and mechanics they'd like to see more developers use. After the intermission, they enter a Ric-centric discussion to recommend games for his new New 3DS!Theme music "Pod Willing" by Alex EliadesIntermission music "spirit law" by melody and Detective Tuesday courtesy of OCremix.org
Our bold heroes(?), Kerf, Ric, and Toast, first discuss their principles about video game retirements before moving into a conversation about the current Game of the Month, 999: 9 Hours, 9 Persons, 9 Doors (which again devolves into talking about Danganronpa). They close out by talking about their recently beat/currently playing and questions from the forums, including: How did we get our usernames? What's one game we wish we had never played? And what games do we most want translations of? They also say what games they will nominate for May, but only one of them actually follows through with it (Hint: It's Kerf).Theme music "Pod Willing" by Alex EliadesIntermission music "Solid Snake's Cigarette Break" by Alexander Bornstein from ocremix.org
Blasphemy abounds in this episode of the HowLongToBeat Podcast. The hosts catch up on 3.5 weeks worth of gaming, interview UltimateZombieToast, and answer such pressing questions as: Do you ever replay games, or is it "one and done"? What games have the best stories? What is the longest time it has taken to beat a game from start date to finish date?Intermission music "Hoy, Small Fry!" was remixed by HyperDuck SoundWorks and retrieved from OCremix.orgTheme music "Pod Willing" by Alex Eliades
Shaking up the formula yet again, this time the hosts use their (poorly managed) time to discuss Tactical Role-Playing Games, Kerf and Toast ask NinjaRic the tough questions, everybody savagely owns one another, and they all close out once again with updates on their playthroughs and questions from the forums.Theme Music "Pod Willing" by Alex EliadesIntermission Music "Clock Tower" remixed from Castlevania: Aria of Sorrow soundtrack by Rize, retrieved from ocremix.org
...And I would play 900 more. On this episode, Kerf, Ric, and Toast answer questions from the forums about the longest amount of time they've put into a game, when to mark a game as complete, and what their ideal gaming setups look like. We briefly touch on March's Game of the Month, Fatal Frame, before gloriously derailing. Ric and Toast interview Kerf about his life in and outside of gaming, and we close with an update on our backlogs.Theme Music "Pod Willing" by Alex EliadesIntermission Music "Far Away" remixed from Mirror's Edge soundtrack by Synesthetics, retrieved from ocremix.org
In the inaugural episode of the HowLongToBeat Community Podcast, the hosts, Kerf Merf, NinjaRic, and UltimateZombieToast (plus featured guests: doggies) talk about the games they've been playing recently, including a swath of obscure Nintendo DS games and the February 2018 Game of the Month, Odin Sphere. They also make travel plans to beat each other up.Theme Song "Pod Willing" by Alex Eliades