Bits of Time

2024 is a wrap, it is time for us to talk about our favorite games we played in 2024! This is a wild list from both brothers. Our Games of the Year list encompasses anything we beat in 2024, not just games released in that year. We do let you know our favorite games of 2024 as well though! Michael even discovered his new favorite RPG of all time in this episode, and lets just say, it did not release in 2024 ;) Enjoy the episode! Episode Bits: (00:00) Best Year in Gaming Ever? (02:12) Honorable Mentions + Our 10th Games (08:48) Our 9th Games (12:32) Our 8th Games (17:58) Our 7th Games (24:50) Our 6th Games (32:08) Our 5th Games (38:12) Our 4th Games (44:28) Our 3rd Games, Top 3 Time!! (52:57) Our 2nd Games (59:07) Game of the Year (Mike's Favorite RPG All TIME!!) (1:14:51) Predicting Next Years Game of the Year We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia #gameoftheyear #gameoftheyear2024 #playstation #nintendo #skyrim #astrobot #xenogears

In this episode we dive into our most anticipated games releasing in 2025! As well as we predict what games will be reviewed the highest. And like many of us, we have ever growing backlogs of games. So we talk about what games we plan on beating throughout 2025! We also react to the game award show hosted by Geoff Keighley. Episode Bits: (00:38) Welcome (01:13) 10th Most Anticipated Games (04:54) 9th Most Anticipates Games (06:28) 8th Most Anticipated Games (08:35) 7th Most Anticipated Games (12:07) 6th Most Anticipated Games (14:05) 5th Most Anticipated Games (16:33) 4th Most Anticipated Games (18:58) 3rd Most Anticipated Games (24:17) 2nd Most Anticipated Games (27:33) 1st Most Anticipated Games (32:05) Predicting 2025 Open Critic Scores (45:30) Our Personal Backlogs (58:48) Reacting to Game of the Year Awards Podcast Bio We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia #2025videogames #monsterhunter #mario #nintendoswitch2 #grandtheftauto

In this episode, Larry and Michael are brimming with excitement getting to share with all of you their absolute love of Towerfall Ascension. Is this game better than Super Smash Brothers? What makes it so darn addicting? Is this the best couch coop pvp title you have never heard of? You have to listen as the excitement oozes over many times throughout this episode! Episode Bits: (00:48) What is Towerfall? (05:20) 5 Minutes to Become an Addict (06:36) Better than Super Smash Brothers? (10:23) Why did we play + Crazy Stats (19:50) Favorite Items + Map Design (28:00) The ARROWS (38:07) The Slow Mo Camera Fun!! (39:27) Amazing Balance + Solo Mode (43:36) The Levels + Larry Get’s Distracted by INSANE Modes (49:38) Is it Worth Your Time + Bomberman Hate (51:10) Next Towerfall Pitch We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

In this episode Michael and Larry dive into their thoughts on the video game industry in 2024. They also share their thoughts on this very podcast and some of the changes that were made this year. They share what they played in 2024, and how well they predicted what would be the best games of the year. Then they dive deep into explaining what a 10 our of 10 game means to them and share a whole plethora of games that meet that criteria, as well as 7, 8, and 9 out of 10 games they recommend you try, along with tons of games being shouted out from some of your favorite podcasters in the video game industry! This is a fun one, enjoy the ride :)!! Episode Bits: (00:00) Happy Holidays (00:52) The Best Year of Games Yet?!? (02:32) Thoughts on Our Podcast (06:15) Did We Play What We Were Excited For This Year? (12:38) Did We Predict The Best Games? (17:40) Butchering our Backlogs (23:06) What Makes a 10 out of 10 Game? (29:05) A List of 7 our of 10 Games (35:05) Chris - 1 Hour 1 Decision 7/10 Game (36:33) Dave - Tales From the Backlog 7/10 Game (39:10) A List of Our 8 out of 10 Games (44:31) Jared - Play Along Podcast 8/10 Game (46:15) A List of Our 9 out of 10 Games (56:44) Rick - Pixel Project Radio 9/10 Game (59:50) A List of our 10/10 Games (1:05:31) Matt - Fun and Games and Reignite Podcast (1:06:57) Geoff - Fun and Games Podcast (1:09:44) Josh - The Still Loading Podcast (1:11:21) Thank You (1:12:41) BLOOPERS All Those who contributed - 7/10 Chris from 1 Hour 1 Decision: https://open.spotify.com/episode/41Btg00mUTChhvlpcw9O5f?si=6BnQ2-O-RXSZhwcMJ5GHMQ Dave from Tales of the Backlog: https://talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/137 Forgot to shout out this blog entry out on the episode so sorry about that! Super Pod Saga shouted out a game from this blog as their 7/10 entry can you figure it out? https://superpodnetwork.com/blog/5-awesome-xbox-360-games-that-arent-backwards-compatible 8/10 Jared from Play Along Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0Zvy4Bp7IXmT0jUPn0NJuj?si=UgHEU6nOQhW6HcYvyz6oFw 9/10 Rick from Pixel Project Radio: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3kkWZ6zLdhWqSS8agrAR1Z?si=eFOhDl5dRsSqSjAqtSTLhQ 10/10 Matt from Fun and Games and Reignite Podcast: https://funandgames.libsyn.com/side-quests-50th-episode-special-shovel-knight-shovel-of-hope-with-matt-aka-stormageddon-geoff-moonen-and-nathan-brandt Geoff from Fun and Games Podcast: An interview with the creator of his 10/10 game: https://funandgames.libsyn.com/size/5/?search=trombone Josh from the Still Loading Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/29x2PwUMFD1vruIdDSxUR0?si=zVf6eA-LQqugrXShOfqydQ Podcast Bio We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

In this episode, Michael and Larry play some cards! One is addicted, and the other experiences a fever dream, but then seems to wake up. Where does this Roguelike fall in comparison to Hades, Slay the Spire, and Vampire Survivors? Is there enough progression, and variety? Would a sequel make sense some day? So much is talked about in this episode, enjoy! Episode Bits: (00:00) Gambling Addiction + How to Beat This Game? (05:40) Score too Large + Flush Pilled (07:51) What Worked & What Didn't? (10:20) Positive Update + Lucky Build + Jokers (13:02) Tarot Cards + Intuitive Card Designs + 1 in 1000 (16:10) Lack of Progression + Deck Variety (19:30) Roguelike Ranking? (24:18) No Need to Update + Community Challenges (27:50) Balatro 2 + Michaels Chess Pitch Excites Larry We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

In this episode, Michael and Larry pour hundreds of hours into Halo Infinite. Michael believes this is the most underappreciated Halo of all time. He also drops a BOMB SHELL of a statement about the game that you have to hear. We dive into our favorite missions, multiplayer maps and modes, and favorite guns. As well as wrap the episode up ranking where Halo Infinite stands in the hierarchy of all the Halo games. Hope you enjoy this almost 2 hour-long episode. Where does Halo Infinite rank for you? Let us know! Episode Bits: (00:00) Open World Halo Works? (06:08) Michael DROPS A BOMBSHELL (09:58) Our Favorite Shooter? + Time Played (16:24) Most Under Appreciated Halo? (19:40 Most Fun Multiplayer Maps (24:27) Where Are The Names?! + The Good & Bad on Stats!!! (32:16) Multiplayer Mode Love (47:20) The Guns + The Noises, Oh the Noises + MMR (1:00:44) Multiplayer Reccomendation? (1:02:29) Shocked by How Few People Beat Halo (1:06:10) Is The Campaign Good? (1:14:50) STORY SPOILERS (1:32:09) Favorite Missions/Moments (Story Spoilers) (1:52:21) Ranking Halo's We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

In this episode, Michael and Larry get lost in the minds of both Alan Wake and Saga. Alan Wake 2 proves to be a game with lots to talk about. In a very lengthy spoiler section, the brothers have lots to say about this crazy story. They also dive into their favorite characters, a very frustrating wall Larry hit, gameplay concerns, graphical greatness, and so much more! Come have a listen as Alan Wake 2 is discussed in full. Episode Bits: (00:00) Need To Play The First Game? (05:38) Why Did We Play + Playtime (09:36) Last of Us Graphics + Saga is King (16:12) Lackluster Upgrades & A Unique Glitch (19:24) Saga's Mind Sorting (25:17) Alan's Mind Palace + Larry was Stumped (28:15) A Warning (30:35) Day to Day + Length Concerns (37:15) The Remedy Universe + Gameplay (47:25) Worth Your Time + STORY SPOILERS (1:14:20) Wrap Up We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive deep into Starfield. Michael beat a Bethesda Softworks Game! This game seems to have the brothers in a pickle. Rushing missions worked for Michael. Larry took issue with the new way discoverability is done in this game compared to Bethesda's older titles. Favorite missions, main story successes and failures, OP door designs, superb gunplay, NASA punk graphic style; so much is talked about in this one! Buckle up, this is a wild ride! Episode Bits: (00:00) Skyrim in Space Problem (07:35) Michael Beat a Bethesda Game (11:35) Fallout with Borders (16:00) Inventory Encumbrance + Lack of Systems (24:50) The Exploration Problem + Completion Rate (29:50) Character Backstories + Ships (35:18) Settlements Better in Fallout 4 + Riding Companions (38:55) Best Cities in a Bethesda Game (40:05) OP Doors & Missions + The Mass Effect Comparison (55:45) Is This Game Worth Your Time? (58:45) STORY SPOILERS (1:15:23) Wrap Up Recommendation We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

Introducing a new series called Three Crowns! Today we have our lovely friend Sam on to help us debate the top 3 most IMPACTFUL Halo video games. Halo 1 started the series off, so it has to be on right? Does Halo 3's Forge mode make it a shoe in? Halo 5 is brought up, along with Halo Infinite. There is so much to discuss in this one, which games would you add? Do you agree with the final 3? Because it sounds like there was even complete agreement by the end of this episode with one of the podcasters! Enjoy! Episode Bits: (00:27) Uneasy Lies the Crown (01:30) Larry interrupts Mike to Drop His Game (07:17) The Game That Launched Xbox Live (10:48) It's Better in Every Way (13:13) Halo Reach Impactful Enough? (18:17) Michael Driving Us Infintely Mad (28:07) Halo 2 vs 3 Fight Begins (32:42) Sam Wants Halo ODST (40:30) Finally Adding Our First Nomination (43:46) Forge Bad for Halo? (48:39) Firefight vs Forge + Map Packs + Covenant Love (1:01:11) Halo Reach Decision + Further Narrowing (1:04:08) Michael Begins his Downward Spiral (1:07:17) The Three Crowns! + Sales Numbers We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

In this episode, Michael and Larry dive deep into the world of Astro's Playroom, discussing its strengths and potential as a PlayStation mascot. Delving into game mechanics, level design, references, and future possibilities, they explore the game's charm, controller integration, and music. From favorite sections and suits to sales predictions for the next game. Plus memorable moments, this episode offers a detailed analysis of Astro's Playroom's impact and potential on the PlayStation platform. Episode Bits: (00:00) Astro's Kryptonite (07:18) VR Challenges into Intrigue (09:27) Bloodborne Puzzle + DLC (11:34) Impressive Collection (15:42) The Best Level + AMAZING Mechanics (19:24) Nostalgia Infusion (22:25) Memorable Mascot? (26:06) Marketing Challenges (31:10) The Whole Package? We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

Bits of Time is now available all year long! We are dropping the seasonal breaks and giving you content on a bi-weekly basis! Plus we have an amazing new debate-focused series that we cannot wait for you to listen to! If you would like to be a part of it, please reach out! We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

June was LOADED with video game showcases, annoucments, and reveals. Now that we have had some time to think on it. We have put together out TOP 10 list of games we are most looking forward to playing announced in JUNE. Let us know if any of yorus made the list! Episode Bits: (00:00) The Xbox Showcase Mistake (02:26) Nintendo Similiar Mistake? (06:04) Showcase Ranking (08:40) Honorable Mentions + 2 More (14:21) Each Brothers #5 Game + 1 Removal (17:55) #4 Games + Halo Rant (21:11) #3 Games + Fromsoft Storytelling? (24:11) #2 Games + Brotherly Fall Art (28:33) Our Most Anticipated Game We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

We live in the era of Remakes and Remasters. Gamers can play classic titles with all the bells and whistles of today. However, when does the constant announcement of Remakes and Remasters become too much? Are we causing buyer's remorse? Are games being remade far too quickly? Are we wasting talents at studios for easy cash grabs? Lots to talk about in this one, hit us up on social media (links below) with your opinions! Episode Bits: (00:04) An upbeat Welcome (00:22) Remakes, Remasters a Deterrent? (07:28) Porting, Remake, Remaster (15:04) Dead Space Ideal Remake? (18:08) Remake Rumors Causing Buyer's Remorse (21:44) Wasting Studio Time + Time Frame (30:25) Complete Additions (33:47) Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

We're talking all about Zelda games and I'm joined with a fellow Zelda aficionado Brandon the Nordic Bard. We are ranking the all the 3D Zelda games title screens and intros, as well as diving into speedrunning Zelda games for a little aside. Come check out all the fun and joy when it comes to Zelda games. This was much harder than we expected to rank. Checkout Brandon's Youtube Channel: The Nordic Bard https://www.youtube.com/@NordicBard Check out More Zelda Content: Popular Switch Games Badly Designed (featuring Breath of the Wild): https://youtu.be/DZhR7GGn_5Y?si=mxyQcMcbBcbTAiQB Tears of the Kingdom a Bad Sequel: https://youtu.be/AKae-D4dsjA Episode Bits: (00:00) Welcome! (00:42) The Low Down (00:59) Title Screen Rankings (12:20) All Zelda Questions (21:35) Speedrunning Zelda Games (28:37) Ranking Introductions Specifications (29:17) Ranking Zelda Beginnings (55:38) More Zelda in the Future We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

Let's be real, social media video game discourse is crazy. In a world where negativity is pushed to all our screens through algorithms that incentivize it. Having an opinion about a game can almost be exhausting. What happened to just being able to talk about the games you love? We tackle all the issues, and offer up some solutions to all of this in this fast-paced episode, enjoy! Episode Bits: (00:04) Is It ok to Disagree? (01:19) Our Podcast is the Answer (02:36) Forspoken (04:44) 30 vs 60 FPS Discourse (09:12) Do Not Take Offense (13:53) Zeitgeist (16:47) Last of Us (17:35) Become Kids Again (19:28) Social Media Good or Bad (27:08) Feedback Grounds Us We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

Some games fall through the cracks, others are in such a big series that we're hesitant to start, but these are our top 10 games that we haven't played for various reasons. We dive into our histories for each game and why we've missed out. Get to know each brother a bit more with a little bit more of your time. What are your games of shame? Episode Bits: (00:00) An upbeat Welcome (00:47) Our Number 5's (04:25) Our Number 4's (08:18) Our Number 3's (11:47) Our Number 2's (15:42) Our Number 1's We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

Balatro has become a drug for Larry. What makes it so addicting? What is it exactly? Come have a listen to this quick episode all about Balatro! Episode Bits: (00:00) Balatro Controversy (00:48) What is Balatro (02:15) JOKERS (03:50) TAROT CARDS (05:14) Irrational End + "STEAKS" (07:30) Playstyle (08:30) Little Things We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

The mythos surrounding The Legend of Dragoon is nearly as interesting as the game. This Playstation RPG boasts a unique battle system, incredible transformations for any Dragon Ball Z Fan, unique and diverse locations, and a plethora of quality of life features that are completely absent. Is Legend of Dragoon the King of the Retro RPGs from that lofty golden era? That question is a bit more nuanced, so come join me as I take a journey with Dart and his crew to see what makes this game a cult classic or a mere game that will keep collecting dust on your shelf or digital cloud. This is my Legend of Dragoon review, revive, experience...Welcome to Retro Revive here at Bits of Time. Episode Bits: (00:00) The Cult Classic (00:00) Boot Up (01:10) The Stats & DBZ (04:10) To Guard a King's Castle (07:36) Dragoons Attack (10:58) A Chink in the Crown (12:20) The King's Landscape (18:40) The King's Court (23:39) LoD Worth Your Time? (26:18) Volcano! (26:26) More Revives? We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

What Developers are on fire with their recent releases or what games in the near future we are super excited about? These are the questions we posed one another and we came up with a list of our top ten developers and we go into what games we've played from each and why we're excited about the future. Two brothers talking games, come see if it's worth your time and if we line up on developers. Episode Bits: (00:00) Welcome to the Off Season (00:25) Honorable Mentions (02:12) Number 5's (04:41) Number 4's (07:59) Number 3's (12:17) Number 2's (16:07) Number 1's We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia

Season 4 Game 12. The final episode of this season and what a doozy of one to end on. This is not a conventional end of the season game, but this was Larry's number one game of 2023 and we think it's a fitting end to our season journey. How much does gameplay effect an enjoyment of a game? The initial introduction to a game and the cadence of its mysteries being revealed is paramount to a visual novel experience, and this one is helped by a sprinkling of gameplay elements that are cohesive to the story itself. So much to talk about and so much to explore in Chaos;Child. Episode Bits: (00:00) Larry's #1 (00:54) Welcome! Is it Worth Your Time? (02:33) Thanks Dave - Spoiler Wall (03:00) Character Design - Menu System (06:00) Weird Placement - High Intrigue Beginnings (09:05) Sound Effects/Voice Acting - Beginnings Continued (12:08) Handful of Complaints (14:12) Limited Gameplay Enhancements (19:40) Setting The Mood - And the Conundrum - (24:31) -----------SPOILERS INCOMING---------- (25:47) Subtle Moments (27:14) Two In One (33:05) Total Investment and The Steady Pace (40:00) What? (44:44) Top 3 Moments (01:02:51) Relief - Where We Stand (01:06:11) ---------END OF SPOILERS--------------- (01:06:30) Bringing it all Back to the Makers (01:08:01) No Scenario? The Ended of Season 4 We ask the simple question, is this game worth your time? Two brothers trying to save you time on video games. YouTube: YouTube Channel All the Links: https://campsite.bio/bitsoftimemedia