Backlog Breakers - Gaming Podcast

Backlog Breakers - Gaming Podcast

Author: Gaming January 12, 2026 Duration: 41:30
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are cracking open their ever-growing backlog and catching up on what they’ve actually been playing lately. From forgotten purchases to surprise obsessions, we talk about why our gaming libraries keep getting bigger while our free time shrinks, and which titles finally broke through the pile. We’re sharing honest impressions, quick hits, and a few confessions about unfinished saves, burnout, and rediscovering why we love video games in the first place. Whether it’s clearing classics, dabbling in new releases, or bouncing between genres, this episode is all about the joy and guilt of modern gaming. If your backlog is judging you from the home screen, you’re not alone. Tune in for laughs, recommendations, and real talk about how we choose what to play next in today’s video games landscape on the Video Gamers Podcast!   Thanks to our MYTHIC Supporters: Redletter, Disratory, Ol’ Jake, Gaius, Jigglepuf, Phelps and NorwegianGreaser, and Dettmarp   Thanks to our Legendary Supporters: HypnoticPyro, PeopleWonder, Bobby S.   Connect with the show: Support us on Patreon: ⁠patreon.com/videogamerspod⁠ Join our Gaming Community: https://discord.gg/SKQvqrbT Follow us on Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/videogamerspod/⁠  Follow us on X:⁠ https://twitter.com/VideoGamersPod⁠  Subscribe to us on YouTube:⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@VideoGamersPod?sub_confirmation=1⁠    Visit us on the web:⁠https://videogamerspod.com/⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a space between the loud, over-the-top gaming shows and the dry, technical deep dives that can feel more like homework. Video Gamers Podcast lives right in that sweet spot. It’s built on the simple, genuine dynamic of friends talking about what they love. The hosts come armed with strong opinions and a shared history of countless hours with a controller in hand, but they never claim to have all the answers. What you’ll hear is the sound of a lively living room conversation, full of laughs and personal stories, where the passion is real and the expertise is happily self-appointed. Each episode feels like hanging out with the crew as they dissect recent plays, revisit classics, and endlessly debate their personal rankings. It’s that mix of camaraderie and casual insight that can actually help you decide what to play next-pointing you toward hidden gems and steering you clear of the duds. This podcast is less about formal reviews and more about sharing the experience of gaming itself, making it a regular dose of fun for anyone who sees a game as more than just pixels on a screen.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Indie [TWIG] Next Fest Demos – Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:30
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace dive into the latest demos from Steam Next Fest, spotlighting indie gems like Witchspire, Paperhead and more. From creative mechanics to surprise standouts, this episode is all about disco…
Game Delays & A Stacked March – Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:12
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are going LIVE for the very first time! In this special LIVE episode, the crew is stoked for a gaming giveaway and dives headfirst into all the major game delays hitting this month. What d…
Mewgenics [DEEP DIVE] – Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:12
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are diving claws-first into the wildly unique gameplay of Mewgenics for a full deep dive you won’t hear anywhere else. Is this bold design the kind of risk that pushes video games forward,…
Brain Worm Games [REMASTERED] - Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:26
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan, and Ace are back with another awesome gaming filled episode. Ever have those weird random games you think about for no reason at all? The video games that just pop into your head over and over ag…
Indie TWIG: Hidden Gems & Gaming Surprises – Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:19
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are diving headfirst into the indie side of gaming in this week’s Indie TWIG (This Week In Gaming)! From early impressions of the Denshattack and Darwin’s Paradox demos to spotlighting thi…
Toxic Commando, Phil Spencer And More! -Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:13
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are back with TWIG (This Week In Gaming), breaking down the latest in gaming with a look at the demos for Toxic Commando and The Eternal Life of Goldman — do these upcoming video games liv…
Overwatch Reborn? – Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:16
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are locking in and dropping back into Overwatch to break down the latest updates, balance changes and brand-new heroes shaking up the battlefield. Is Blizzard’s ongoing support enough to k…
Games Lost to Time - Gaming Podcast [REMASTERED] [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 54:04
Gaming hosts Josh and Ryan are back with another incredible video game filled episode. What ever happened to that gaming franchise? Remember Turok, or Splinter Cell? We dive into the video games and franchises that have…
ReAnimal Deep Dive - Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:33
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace dive deep into the terrifying world of ReAnimal in this horror-packed episode. As they break down the atmosphere, creature design, and where it stands in today’s gaming landscape. Is ReAni…
Diablo II to Sony State of Play – TWIG Breakdown – Gaming Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:46
Gaming hosts Josh, Ryan and Ace are back with another fast-paced TWIG (This Week in Gaming), breaking down the biggest headlines shaking up the world of gaming. From the shocking news surrounding Ashes of Creation report…