The Tyranny of Thumbs

Darkest Dungeon

"Remind yourself that overconfidence is a slow and insidious killer"
 
As we continue what some might call James' mini Rogue-Like block we find ourselves delving into the depths of the Darkest Dungeon.
 
"Press the advantage! Give them no quarter!"
 
Deliberations Game List:
FTL
Darkest Dungeon
Slay the spire
Call of Duty Campaign
What remains of Edith Finch
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Pit People
HellBlade
HellBlade
Mirror's Edge
Mass Effect Andromeda????
 
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Faster Than Light

This week we start what some might call James' mini Rogue-Like block by playing FTL. Back again is our Rogue-Like/Modder correspondent Rafael but I will disappoint everyone by spoiling the fact that James was WAY more reserved about his Don't Starve hate today and it was kinda sad to hear everyone get along.
 
Deliberations Game List:
FTL
Darkest Dungeon
Slay the spire
Call of Duty Campaign
What remains of Edith Finch
The Vanishing of Ethan Carter
Pit People
HellBlade
HellBlade
Mirror's Edge
Mass Effect Andromeda????
 
Would you believe it? We've elevated our Instagram to something we actually use!!! Check it out for updates on our latest podcast and some silly screenshots (maybe sorta sometimes at least). We might even use it for other purposes too. How cool is that?
 
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Deliberations (8.17.20)

We've had our fun, but it's time to get down to brass tax. This week we sit down and hash out what games we are going to play for the next bunch of weeks. Hell, it's about time.
 
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Into the Breach

This week we all celebrate the triumphant return of James (AKA J.$) with a tactics/puzzle game Into the Breach! Special shoutout to Rafael as our resident Don't Starve expert for not only his contributions to this episode but for promptly putting James in his place about Don't Starve's artstyle. It was about time someone did it.
 
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Lorelai

Something is coming. I can feel it.
 
It's a podcast on Lorelai while James is away (we had mercy on his soul this time). Join McCoy, Zoë, Gabe and special guest Claire for a postmortem on what can only be described as a trashy drunk playthrough.
 
Oh and we do try to like analyze the game critically a bit too... But we ask for your kindness because... well... I think some of our heads still hurt.
 
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What Have You Been Playing?

This week, with James gone we take a minute to reflect on what it is that we all play in our natural gaming habitat when there is no game assigned.
 
Spoilers... McCoy played some Valorant, Gabe played some Call of Duty and Zoe played some Stardew Valley?
 
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Ori and the Blind Forest (Ep. 2)

This week we find ourselves as a laid back and cozy group of three. Join James, Zoë, and McCoy as we discuss the second half of Ori and the Blind Forest.
 
Also, since we love you, we talk about Gamer Girl... because you know... content? Laughs?
 
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Last of Us Part II (Ep. 3)

Join McCoy, Elena, Zoë and Claire (our resident Last of Us expert) as they dive into their thoughts on the final third (ish... forgive) of the long-awaited Last of Us Part II.
Feels like even worth noting that this description could be spoilers for the game. If you are really worried about spoilers, consider beating the game then coming back to these podcasts!
SECTIONS:
Ep. 1 - Start -> End of Seattle: Day 3
Ep. 2 - End of Seattle: Day 3 -> The convergence of the narrative
Ep. 3 - The convergence of the narrative -> The End
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Last of Us Part II (Ep. 2)

Join McCoy, Elena, Zoë and Claire (our resident Last of Us expert) as they dive into their thoughts on the second third (ish... forgive) of the long-awaited Last of Us Part II.
Feels like even worth noting that this description could be spoilers for the game. If you are really worried about spoilers, consider beating the game then coming back to these podcasts!
SECTIONS:
Ep. 1 - Start -> End of Seattle: Day 3
Ep. 2 - End of Seattle: Day 3 -> The convergence of the narrative
Ep. 3 - The convergence of the narrative -> The End
----
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If you have a question or just want to talk some smack about how poorly we did this week you can hit us up on our email:
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Also, I'm contractually obligated to mention we "technically" have a Twitter... But we don't use it... yet!
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Ori and the Blind Forest (Ep. 1)

When my child's strength faltered, and the last breath was drawn / My light revived Ori, a new age had dawned.
 
This week on the podcast we dive into James' long-awaited pick Ori and the Blind Forest (can you believe there was life before Mass Effect?). If nothing else, do yourself a favor and listen to the soundtrack on YouTube. But, if you are up to the challenge of a platformer, why not give this one a try? We all did. Come by and hear about it (or don't... look it's your life and I fully believe it is not up to me to command you to listen.... just you know... if you want to!)
 
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