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The #Backlog Breakdown

Nate & Josh
Video Games
Xenoblade Chronicles 3
Nintendo
Microtransactions
Christianity
Xbox
Artificial Intelligence
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Power Creep
Star Wars Outlaws
Tekken 8
Game Development
Expeditions: A Mudrunner Game
Fantasy Critic
Homeworld 3
Prince Of Persia: the Lost Crown
Gaming Technology
Chrono Trigger
Destiny 2
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We're a video game podcast that seeks to encourage and equip the church to engage the medium wisely and responsibly.

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Sea of Stars is a highly-acclaimed indie JRPG that takes cues from some of the greatest in the genre from the 90s and early aughts. But can it stand on its own in 2026? A game ripe with potential, the guys talk about their experience with the game an... more

Sometimes lifestyle creep gets the best of us. Over time, we accumulate a backlog of games, but also a standard of living that needs to be questioned. This week, Nate talks about how he is pressing reset on some of the things that he and his family h... more

200 episodes ago, Josh and Nate invited on Paul to discuss emulation. Have their thought on emulating video games changed at all over the years? What are some considerations we should wrestle with in relation to emulation, be it good or bad? Are we d... more

In this bite sized episode, Josh lays out a way of analyzing and evaluating games and media by focusing on what is shown to be ideal through the way that the medium communicates.

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Recent Guests

Nick Porch
Host of Nothing New Under The Porch.
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Episode: A 200 Episode Celebration
Alex Castellanos
Special guest and gamer enthusiast
Episode: 197: Left Behind...by the ever-increasing cost of gaming w/ Alex
Arkone Lightwave
A friend and patron of the podcast
Episode: bite sized: a mediocre league update
Micah Giersolid
The Metal Gear Solid Guy, a video game enthusiast and guest on the podcast
Episode: 168.1: Book Club - Death Stranding w/ Micah & Josh (Spoiler-Free)
Jeff Wofford
Longtime friend of the host and avid Destiny player.
Episode: bite sized: BREAKING! Bungie Layoffs (w/ Jeff Wofford)
Jake Martin
Co-host of Bitcast, a gaming podcast
Bitcast
Episode: 161.1: You're Not Supposed to Like It (w/ Mark, Jake, & Landry) Part 1
Mark Erickson
Host of Quick Play; focuses on short talks about video games.
Quick Play
Episode: bite sized: A Beefy Bit of Xbox Beef (w/ Mark from Quick Play)
Luke Parker
An international man of business.
Episode: 159: Don't Waste Your Time (w/ Parker)
Big Chill
A legendary Fantasy Critic participant
Episode: bite sized: Beleaguered Mediocrity

Hosts

Josh
One of the hosts, frequently appears as a lead voice in discussions about backlog, gaming culture, and faith-informed perspectives.
Nate McKeever
Co-host and frequent co-presenter on backlog discussions and policy topics like Patreon picks and beats.
Joshua
Co-host contributing to broader discussions on gaming culture and faith-informed commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18 ratings
  • Not very entertaining. Gets off topic on unrelated and discriminatory issued.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    kashby1019
    5 years ago
  • Down to earth/humble/practical

    This is a fun and interesting little podcast I’ve been listening to for the past couple years now. Helpful in how and how not to practice stewardship with video games and well as other things. Good at being bad at brevity and that’s ok.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DPTBassment
    United States5 years ago
  • A lot of fun

    Not a show that is going to yell at you for buying a game but one that will remind you to find balance in your life . . . while playing a lot of games. Somehow that really works. Check it out!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PLytle
    United States7 years ago
  • Insightful, humble gamers-something we need more of

    Just started listening, and already love the humility these guys show as they discuss different games, and game-related issues. Really looking forward to more episodes!

    I also love how long the episodes are, so keep that up as well, haha.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J-Wolfdog
    United States7 years ago
  • Insightful podcast!

    Nate and Josh do a great job of chopping up their video game backlog and discussing the hurdles that exist. A Christ centered perspective about stewardship with our favorite hobby.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dougsvest
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners describe the show as humble and practical, with a thoughtful approach to stewardship in gaming.
Praise for honest, Christ-centered framing of discussions about controversial topics in gaming and online discourse.
Fans appreciate the blend of faith, gaming, and community-building, noting long episodes and helpful backlog strategies.
The emphasis on balanced discourse and family-friendly perspectives resonates with audiences seeking constructive conversations.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

198: Pokemon Legends Arceus w/ Wes
Q: What are your top three favorite Pokemon?
Gyarados, Arcanine, and Mewtwo.
bite sized: the quest for $25
Q: How do you feel about using walkthroughs, exploits, cheats, etc.?
They discuss whether it takes away from the gaming experience versus figuring everything out for yourself.
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Q: What is the most inappropriate thing to microwave at work?
Fish is always like the most inappropriate thing to microwave pretty much anywhere, including your own home.
170: The Evil Within (Spooptober 2024)
Q: Was Luther's severe grief over his personal sin that so much so that he supposedly self-punished himself, righteous or does it discredit the mercies of God?
Nate states that while self-flagellation is wicked and shouldn't be done, Luther's grief reflects a serious consideration of sin and can lead to recognizing God's grace more fully, thus it doesn't discredit mercy. Josh agrees, adding that dwelling on sin can help to appreciate God's grace and that Luther meant well.
157: 2024 Backlog Draft (w/ Nate, Josh, Nick, & Dorian)
Q: Are you saying you wish you could rewind time with the time you spent playing Braid?
Yes, I wish I could just rewind time with the time I played this game and just not do it.

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What is The #Backlog Breakdown about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Topical conversations center on gaming culture through a faith-informed lens, with frequent emphasis on stewardship, constructive discourse, and family life. Across recent episodes, the show weighs ethical questions around emulation and IP, safety and parenting in gaming spaces, and how Christians can engage online with grace while staying true to core values. The hosts mix personal anecdotes, community input (Patreon picks and backlog challenges), and practical frameworks for navigating controversy, addiction, and the business side of gaming. Noteworthy are their focused debates on preservation, accessibility, and responsible gaming culture, plus a recurring emphasis on community and thoughtful conversation over hot takes.

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