Game Scoop! Game Scoop! 837: The 2025 Daemie Awards
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Dec 20, 2025 The hosts dive into the 2025 Daemie Awards, discussing standout titles like The Outer Worlds 2 and its memorable AI quests. Ghost of Yotei impresses with stunning visuals, while Shinobi Art of Vengeance showcases beautiful Metroidvania levels. Donkey Kong Bonanza's design and music earn accolades, and Monster Train 2 is hailed as roguelite perfection. The crew shares personal picks for games and films, including hidden gems like Dog Man. They also explore holiday gaming plans and wrap up with a fun round of Video Game 20 Questions.
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Slow-Burn RPGs Reward Long Play
- The Outer Worlds 2 grows from a modest start into an expansive, epic RPG that rewards long playtime.
- Damon highlights emergent choices like befriending an AI that create lasting faction consequences and chaotic fun.
Visuals Aren't Enough; Agency Matters
- Ghost of Yotei pairs gorgeous visuals with satisfying combat even if its narrative delivery reduces player agency.
- Damon wants less "walk and talk" exposition and more player-driven information flow.
Shinobi Reborn As Mini-Metroidvanias
- Shinobi: Art of Vengeance reinvents Shinobi into hand-drawn mini-Metroidvanias with high replay value.
- Damon praises Lizardcube's artistry and the game's secret-tracking and execution mechanics.