The Besties

Can the game of the year be a DLC expansion? This week, The Besties discuss Elden Ring: The Shadow of the Erdtree, the highly anticipated addition to one of the greatest games of all time. Is it too hard? How is it different from the original game? Can The Besties get gud? In the back half, what do we want from FromSoftware moving forward? Listen to find out! Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at patreon.com/thebesties for three bonus episodes each month!

Nintendo surprises everyone with big announcements, including a Zelda game starring Zelda. The Besties also dive into Destiny 2's last major update, The Final Shape, and reminisce about the launch year of Metroid Prime 4. Exciting times ahead!

The Besties dive into the chaos of Summer Game Fest, discussing the array of game reveals, Xbox's big moment, and the future of small games. They analyze the messy state of the video game industry in 2024 and question if SGF is the dream E3 replacement we've been waiting for.

A new Prince of Persia game in a roguelike style is discussed, comparing it to other games in the genre. The connection between Dead Cells and the new game is explored, along with unique gameplay features. The hosts also analyze combat mechanics and progression systems in different video games, debunking fears about early access and speculating on potential sub-franchises. Other topics include imagining a new Splinter Cell game, Jeff Keeley's rise in the gaming industry, excitement for an upcoming Astrobot game, and exploring stand-up comedy and deep themes in video games.

Mario, the popular plumber, joins the podcast to discuss the remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. The crew shares their best guesses for Summer Game Fest. Topics include unexpected pregnancy, gaming preferences, unique character creation, and exciting rumors about upcoming game releases.

The podcast discusses the latest indie games from the flood of 2024, including Lorelei and the Laser Eyes by Simogo. They dive into intricate puzzles, explore puzzle mechanics, puzzle solving partnerships, a sneak peek at Hades 2, and comparisons of dark versus vibrant tones in games. They also touch on a handheld gaming device and online privacy solutions.

Brendon Bigley joins as a guest discussing Hades 2 with the Besties. They talk about playing early access, managing gameplay mechanics, and balancing progress. The chapter also explores game sequels and handheld gaming devices, offering a diverse range of topics.

The gang has a spoiler-free discussion of one of the most intriguing games of the year, Animal Well. Will Griffin's life ever be the same? Probably not! We also dive into some of the horrendous studio closures happening this week. Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at patreon.com/thebesties for three bonus episodes each month!

What if you combined Dark Souls and Diablo, then added a pinch of city-building mechanics and survivor elements? You’d get No Rest for the Wicked from Moon Studios, the team best known for the Ori games. It’s ambitious and bound to inspire conversations — even in its Early Access stage. In the back half, Plante updates the team on 2024’s best nun simulator: Indika! Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at patreon.com/thebesties for three bonus episodes each month!

Gaming journalist Lucy James joins the hosts to discuss 'Another Crab’s Treasure,' a unique Souls-like game merging N64-style with Dark Souls mechanics. They also share updates on games like Stellar Blade and TopSpin 2K25, offering a fun and informative episode.