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Episodes
Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 66 of the podcast, Jake and Cameron talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice....
Dark Souls 3
23 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 65 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Dark Souls 3.► Subscribe to ...
The Game Maker Series: Sandy Spink - Super Soft Studios (Moonstone Island)
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pre-Order Bonus crew interviews Sandy Spink, Lead Designer and Founder at Super Soft. Nick is the visionary developer behind the upcoming Moonston...
Death's Door
03 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 64 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Death's Door.► Subscrib...
The Game Maker Series: Nick Singer - Torched Hill Studios (City of Beats)
29 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pre-Order Bonus crew interviews Nick Singer, co-developer and composer at Torched Hill Studios. Nick is the co-creator of the upcoming City of Bea...
The Game Maker Series: Damien Crawford - Cannibal Interactive
22 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Pre-Order Bonus crew interviews Damien Crawford, solo dev at Cannibal Interactive. Damien is the creator of several tactical RPGs on Steam and Itc...
Celeste
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 63 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Celeste.► Subscribe to our Y...
E3 2021 Recap
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 62 of the podcast, Jake and I break down all the biggest news and announcements from E3 2021, including out most anticipated games from the...
The Game-Maker Series: Ell from TNgineers - APICO
16 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our fifth episode of the Game-Maker Series, we interviewed Ell, the co-founder of TNgineers and co-creator of the upcoming Beekeeping management ga...
Mass Effect: Legendary Edition - Mass Effect 1
12 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 61 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Mass Effect 1 from the Mass Effe...
What's Going to Happen at E3 2021?
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 60 of the podcast, Jake and I break down what we think will be announced and showcased at all the big E3 Conferences. ► Subscribe to ou...
Abzu
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 59 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Abzu (2016). ► Subscribe t...
The Game-Maker Series: Arnaud Planche - While The Iron Is Hot
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our fourth episode of the Game Maker Series, we interviewed Arnaud Planche, one of member of a three person team working on the game While the Iron...
Hyper Light Drifter
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 58 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of the critically acclaimed Indie, ...
Narita Boy
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 57 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Narita Boy.► Subscribe to ou...
The Game-Maker Series: Joe Winter - Song of Iron
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our third episode of the Game Maker Series, we interview solo developer Joe Winter, creator of the upcoming action game, Song of Iron. Check out So...
What Games Are Still Coming in 2021?
21 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, Cameron and Jake talk about all the big game delays of 2021, and revise their 'Most Anticipated Games' lists to...
Middle-Earth: Shadows of War
11 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 56 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Middle-Earth: Shadows of War► ...
Valheim
07 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 55 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Valheim.► Subscribe to our Y...
Desperados 3
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 54 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Desperados 3.► Subscribe to ...
Project Winter
20 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 53 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Project Winter.► Subscribe t...
The Game Maker Series: Mario Nesrocks from Bit Ink Studios - Super Hiking League
15 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 2 of our Game Maker series, we talk to Mario from Bit Ink Studios and discuss his life as a solo developer in Brazil, and the creation of h...
Pokémon Lets Go
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 52 of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Pokémon Lets Go.► Subscribe...
The Best "Comfort Food" Games
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
What are the games that you'll never stop playing? In this week's episode, Jake and I each pick 5 "comfort food" games. ► Subscr...
The Game Maker Series: Dan Beckerton - Cheesemaker Games
23 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the first episode of our Game Maker series, we talk to solo developer Dan Beckerton, the founder of Cheesemaker Games and creator of Fables of Talu...
Call of The Sea
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In our 50th Episode of the podcast, Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Call of The Sea.►► Sub...
Assassins Creed Valhalla
15 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 49 Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Assassins Creed Valhalla. ►► Subscribe to ou...
Super Mario Odyssey
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 48 Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Super Mario Odyssey. We also ponder on if Mario ...
Immortals Fenyx Rising
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 47 Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Immortals Fenys Rising from Ubisoft►► Subs...
Yes, Your Grace
21 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 46 Jake and I talk through the narrative, mechanics, gameplay loop, and industry impact of Yes, Your Grace from developer Brave At Night►...
2021 Predictions
18 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 45 Jake and I each give 10 predictions for gaming in 2021. ►► Subscribe to our YouTube Channel!►►https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...
Most Anticipated Games of 2021
09 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 43 Jake and I talk about our most anticipated games for 2021, including Breath of The Wild 2, Hogwarts Legacy, Gotham Knights, Halo Infinit...
Top 5 Overlooked Games of 2020
04 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Jake and I give our top 5 most overlooked games from 2020.*Note: This episode was supposed to go live in early November, but due to a...
The Best Games of 2020
23 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In our last episode of the year, Jake and I run through our top games of 2020 using our typical categories: Best Narrative, Best Mechanics, Best Gamep...
Destiny 2: Beyond Light
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're playing Destiny again! In this week's episode, we discuss Destiny 2's newest expansion, Beyond Light.Support the show
Star Wars: Squadrons
10 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
EA's Star Wars Squadrons has been sitting in Jake's backlog for a couple months, but he finally got to it! What we discuss:- Pros and cons ...
Katana Zero
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we talk about the neo-noir action platformer, Katana Zero.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQ...
Uncharted 4
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we discuss Naughty Dog's Uncharted 4.Support the show
Divinity: Original Sin 2
31 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we discuss the critically acclaimed RPG from Larian Studios, Divinity: Original Sin 2.Support the show
The Games of the Generation
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this special episode, Jake and Cameron take a look back at the games that defined the generation. Support the show
Marvel's Spiderman
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the PS4 exclusive from Insomniac, Spiderman.Support the show
Hades
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Supergiant Games Roguelike Hades just came out of early access. In this episode, Jake and Cameron look at what makes this Roguelike stand out.Find us ...
Spiritfarer
30 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we examine Spiritfarer.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQRgp7Ic02yciAFollow us on Twitter:@preordercast ►►...
The Next-Gen Console Debate (Xbox Series X (S) vs. PS5)
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We take a break from talking games to break down the Xbox Series X vs. PlayStation 5 debate. Topics:- Which console provides the most value?- Gamepass...
Ghosts of Tsushima
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we finally start talking about Sony exclusive games - starting with Sucker Punch's Ghosts of Tsushima.Find us on You...
Cuphead
11 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQRgp7Ic02yciAFollow us on Twitter:@preordercast ►►https://twitter.com/preordercast@c...
Children of Morta
01 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Another Game Pass game....Children of Morta.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQRgp7Ic02yciAFollow us on Twitter:@preorderc...
Grounded
11 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The RPG Factory, Obisdian, made a survival game! We talk about it in our 30th episode.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQR...
Ooblets
04 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we talk the early access farming/creature sim, Ooblets.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQRgp7Ic02yciAFollow us...
Our Top 5 Most Anticipated Games for Fall 2020
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, we reveal our top 5 most anticipated games coming this Fall. We also discuss Halo Infinite and the Xbox Games Showcase.Find u...
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
24 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we break down the amazing sound design and atmosphere of Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/...
The Battle Royale Episode
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we analyze, rank, and debate the big 4 of the Battle Royale genre: Fortnite, Call of Duty Warzone, Apex Legends, and Player Unknown&ap...
Control
07 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We're back after a 2 week hiatus talking Remedy's Control.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ-8xvYGhQQRgp7Ic02yciAFollow ...
Titanfall 2
19 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about Respawn's Titanfall 2. Topics:- Why Titanfall 2's multiplayer might be better than Apex.- Why Titanfall 3 will...
Minecraft Dungeons
12 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we discuss Microsoft and Mojang's continuation of the Minecraft franchise with Minecraft Dungeons.Topics:- How will big franchise...
The Open-World Episode
05 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we change up our format slightly to discuss open-world games, including: Zelda: Breath of The Wild, The Witcher 3, Assas...
A Plague Tale: Innocence
22 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we talk A Plague Tale: Innocence. You might have passed on this one, we'll tell you why you shouldn't have!Find...
Streets of Rage 4
14 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ever miss those beat 'em up games you used to play at the Arcade? Well you're in luck, cause Streets of Rage 4 is exactly what you're l...
ITTA
07 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
ITTA, the Indie Bullet-Hell from one-man developer Glass Revolver, surprised us with tight action and an intriguing mystery. All this and more in this...
NieR: Automata
01 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we explore the philosophical underpinnings, the action-style gameplay, and the anime-underpinnings of this heavy-laden ac...
Ori and the Will of the Wisps
24 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we break down the sequel to the highly acclaimed Ori and the Blind Forest, Ori and the Will of the Wisps. PODCAST LISTENERS!! SEE BELO...
Red Dead Redemption 2
16 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode, we do a deep dive into the open world masterpiece, Red Dead Redemption 2.PODCAST LISTENERS!! SEE BELOW FOR MORE WAYS TO G...
A Short Hike
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we examine the indie gem, A Short Hike.Support the show
Untitled Goose Game
02 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this week's episode we take a look at the peculiar, but fantastic Indie, Untitled Goose Game!Support the show
Dead Cells
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
You've probably heard of Dead Cells, but might not be sure what it is. This week we analyze the premiere Rogue-Like video game on the planet, Dea...
The Witcher 3 (Mega Episode!)
24 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
An extra long episode going in-depth on the culture shifting RPG, The Witcher 3. Support the show
Subnautica
17 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we give our analysis of the underwater sci-fi survival sim, Subnautica.NEWS: Tune into our new Mixer channel, Saturdays from 9PM to 1AM MT ...
Astroneer
07 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, we take a look at the indie space exploration game, Astroneer.Support the show
Frostpunk
05 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, we take a deep look at the novel city-builder, Frostpunk. Support the show
Star Wars: Battlefront 2
10 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Star Wars episode!Support the show
Stardew Valley
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We go in-depth on one of the most successful Indie games of all time, Stardew Valley. (10 Million copies sold).Support the show
Pokemon: Sword and Shield
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We analyze the newest entry in Game Freak's Pokemon series, Pokemon: Sword and Shield. Support the show
Apex Legends
23 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
AUDIO DISCLAIMER: We had some audio troubles with this episode - please excuse our sound! In this week's episode, we analyze another game from R...
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
04 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On this week's episode, we examine Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, the excellent Tomb Raider/Uncharted/Metroid/Dark Souls/Star Wars mashup.Support ...
Hollow Knight
25 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We invite Todd Wood (CPAssassin) to the podcast to analyze the platformer-RPG mega-hit, Hollow Knight.Support the show
The Outer Worlds
08 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In our second episode, we analyze Obsidian's latest RPG, The Outer Worlds. Support the show
Destiny 2: Shadowkeep
03 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We analyze the narrative, mechanics, and gameplay loop of one of our most-played games ever, Destiny 2: Shadowkeep.Support the show