
In this episode, the hosts discuss the concept of gaming backlogs, exploring the reasons behind their existence and the challenges gamers face in managing them. They share personal experiences with their own backlogs, the impact of game sales, and the balance between gaming and family life. The conversation also delves into the feelings of guilt associated with quitting games and the importance of enjoying the gaming experience rather than treating it as a chore. In this episode, the hosts discuss their experiences with games that disappointed them, such as No Man's Sky and Fallout 76, and the challenges of slow-starting games. They explore the burden of excessive dialogue in modern games and share personal anecdotes about games that eventually hooked them after a slow start. The conversation shifts to the impact of parenting on gaming habits, including the struggle to find time to play and the importance of comfort gaming. They also tackle the issue of managing gaming backlogs and the nostalgia associated with revisiting old games.