Tales from the Backlog
David JacksonA video games podcast where Dave Jackson and guests break down and discuss the games they play. Each episode looks at one game in depth, focusing on mechanics, story, music and other aspects, with no spoilers until a clearly marked spoiler wall in the middle.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 202 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | GamesLeisureVideo Games | |||
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- The Backlog is 5x5
Tales from the Backlog covers indie and majors in a very approachable format, with a great host and very notable guests. Spoilers are separate if you hear a game you want to play, and when opting to listen to spoilers, that game you questioned might change your mind.
Very thoughtful and well versed approach to all genre of the art we call entertainment.
Apple Podcasts5dlevi
United States2 months ago - Great knowledgeable reviews!
Where to start? This podcast is great. The host, Dave, certainly does his research and you can tell on first listen how much effort goes into each episode. As for presentation, this show doesn’t have the typical nerdy game reviewer voice/inflection or the drummed up anger etc that many gaming podcasts have. In fact, quite the opposite, as this podcast is done with a calming, charming voice at a pace that makes you feel like you are having a discussion with a friend. I often find myself listening... more
Apple Podcasts5Doug Core GamingUnited States2 months ago - Video Game Perfection
This is my favorite way to learn more about the games I love and get educated on the games I’ve never heard of. Always at the top of my queue.
Apple Podcasts5Matt aka StormageddonUnited States3 months ago - Tales from a Podcast you need to listen to!
This show is a very entertaining listen. Dave and his guests always come to the table with good discussions on video games that are fun to listen to, informative and sometimes they make me chuckle! Audio quality is excellent, too. Do yourself a favor and check this one out.
Apple Podcasts5FDolce01United Statesa year ago - Best in-depth discussion about your favorite game
Dave and his guests do an amazing job talking about the games you played or might have played. Def makes me want to revisit some of the games that are discussed!
Apple Podcasts5Robg1990United Statesa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #199 | United States/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #170 |  Italy/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #30 |  Indonesia/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #76 |  Netherlands/Leisure/Video Games |
Apple Podcasts | #156 | Indonesia/Leisure |
Apple Podcasts | #164 |  Sweden/Leisure/Video Games |
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What is Tales from the Backlog about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focused on detailed discussions about various video games, episodes cover a broad range of titles, both classic and contemporary, exploring themes such as storytelling, mechanics, and emotional narratives. The format typically features the host engaging with different guests to break down each game, ensuring an insightful examination of gameplay elements while maintaining accessibility for listeners unfamiliar with specific titles. Unique aspects include a spoiler-free section followed by a spoiler wall, allowing audiences to engage with the content at their own pace and choose when to dive deeper into the plot intricacies of the game. This structure not only caters to gaming enthusiasts but also invites casual players looking to learn more... more
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Tales from the Backlog launched 4 years ago and published 202 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Tales from the Backlog include:
1. Brad Gallaway
2. Aidan Moher
3. Asa GreenRiver
4. Matt Storm
5. Ryan Juengling
6. Scott White
7. Geoff Moonen
8. Kate Hunter
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