I played two sessions of the Marvel’s Avengers over the two different weekends of the open beta on PlayStation 4 and I had vastly different experiences between the two. After the first two-hour session, my opinion was mixed but mostly negative. While my second, four-hour session was much more positive overall, I made the decision…
Outside is Overrated Episode 28 – Castlevania NES and Anime
Tom, Brian and Casey went back in time to play the first three Castlevania games on NES. They break down the classic titles and the Netflix anime.
Tom’s Triumphs: The Joy of Betraying My Friends
Tom reflects on the hidden traitor mechanic after playing Dead of Winter and Dark Moon.
Review: Seeders from Sereis: Exodus
Seeders from Sereis: Exodus is a sci-fi card drafting game for 2-4 players.
Outside is Overrated Episode 27 – Guy Ritchie Films
Tom, Phoenix and Billy discuss 11 Guy Ritchie movies before ranking the films, and Tom talks with musician Bug Hunter.
Tom’s Triumph’s: When Did I stop Being Cool (Music)
Tom has come to unfortunate realization that his taste in music has stagnated and as he approaches 40 he may not be cool anymore.
Interview: Jamey Stegmaier from Stonemaier Games
Jamey Stegmaier from Stonemaier games chats about wingspan, Kickstarter and the games that inspire him.
Outside is Overrated Episode 26 – Stonemaier Games
Tom, Joey and Casey break down four titles from Stonemaier Games: Wingspan, Viticulture, Tapestry and Scythe. Tom also interviews Jamey Stegmaier from Stonemaier Games.
Back in the (Video) Game
After years of living on a sailboat with limited electricity, Rogue Hippo has returned to the power grid and one of the more exciting benefits is the ability to play video games once again. I’m almost exclusively a PC gamer so I took a look at my vast, unplayed Steam/GOG libraries and dove in. Here’s a look of what I’ve been playing…
Tom’s Triumphs: The Introvert Out Speaking to People
One of the most interesting things about my career as a communications professional is the opportunity it’s provided to conduct interviews. This was especially true when I worked in minor league baseball. I’ve chatted with future Cy Young Award winners. I’ve toured Camden Yards with major prospects, I’ve had a professional athlete ride his bicycle naked across a hallway to interrupt a conversation. So what happens when I combine my professional skills with my passion project? A nerdy nirvana of noteworthy notices!