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The Tyranny of Thumbs

5 Player Characters
Disco Elysium
Elden Ring
Tunic
Dark Souls
Gaming
Hellblade: Senua's Sacrifice
Slay the Spire
Psychosis
Mental Health
Deadly Premonition
Zelda
Outer Wilds
Video Games
Q&A Format
User-Generated Content
Influence Of Podcasting
Community Engagement
Gaming Culture
Emotional Storytelling
Immersive Audio-Visual Experience

Welcome to the Tyranny of Thumbs gaming podcast, a podcast where we play a game each week and then we talk about it.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes256Founded7 years ago
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Video GamesLeisureGames

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This is Part 2 of the same night.

If you listen closely you can hear the exact moment where McCoy's "2" beers hit and he becomes not sober. Then we deliberate about whether or not we should go to bed and then we go to bed.

Episode 2

From ben via e... more

Hello everyone! Our Q&A is finally here! A big warm thank you to all who submitted questions. It really does mean the world to us.

For the very astute among us, you may notice a couple things right away:

1) This is a Part 1. We have been known to t... more

Reminder! Q&A next week, you know for James. Come out and support J.$ with a question so he can focus on finals, and if you write in via tyrannyofthumbs@gmail.com then you will receive a patented "🙏" at some random time, probably.

Editor's Note: So... more

This week Elena is back and Zoe is handholding the mic in a new setup... oh and James is streaming the game. Prepare yourselves.

Also, it's a fun opportunity for us to actually dive further into the game now that we've had our initial impressions ou... more

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Hosts

Eddard McCoy
Male host and part of the podcast, known for humorous takes and emotional reflections on gaming.
Zoe
Co-host and one of the female voices on the show, contributing diverse perspectives to the discussions.
Elena
Co-host known for insightful contributions and diverse viewpoints, enhancing the depth of conversations.
James
Co-host recognized for humor and engaging storytelling, often leading discussions on game critiques and narratives.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 107 ratings
  • Binge worthy

    I’ve been binging through all of you episodes this year and I realized I never left a review! Love the show keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Slap Box Yo Ex
    United States2 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Always a great listen. Both excellent and terrible takes in equal measure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Thraisos
    United States2 years ago
  • A great new find

    Deep dives over multiple weeks (so they’re not forced to shotgun an entire game in a week and move onto the next, completely ruining their enjoyment and therefore their ability to comment)?

    Conversations going multiple HOURS about games?

    In-depth and incisive critique and commentary?

    Not just dudes, but other genders represented as well?

    Cool opinions and a variety of perspectives?

    Outer Wilds and Prey both discussed within weeks of each other?

    A guy named Raphael???

    Just absolutely excellent... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TomJ_
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Cringe

    Listened to the loop hero episode. Disappointment in how short sighted these hosts are. Fake laughs, victim mentality, it’s ok to not be into a game but man they made a mountain out of a molehill on this one. Will not be subscribing

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Rub311
    United States4 years ago
  • 👍

    I like McCoy’s trash takes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GarrusV
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Some reviews highlight the diverse perspectives shared in discussions, lending a sense of inclusion in the podcast,
Listeners appreciate the light-hearted banter and humor among the hosts, finding it entertaining and relatable.
The insights and critiques about various games often resonate well, especially the focus on emotional depth and narrative.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#169
India/Leisure/Video Games

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Q&A (Part 2)
Q: What other hobbies do you enjoy?
James mentions that he loves learning new things, particularly about coffee and car-related YouTube channels. Zoe talks about speed puzzling and rock climbing. McCoy discusses fitness and high-end audio gear, emphasizing the joys of living healthier. Elena expresses the fun in organizing her home effectively for gaming and daily life.
Q&A (Part 2)
Q: What are some of your favorite books, TV shows or movies?
McCoy mentions 'Star Trek: The Next Generation' as a favorite, stating its positive view of the future. Zoe talks about 'Tomorrow, Tomorrow, and Tomorrow', a book about video games, which she found impactful. Elena mentions Hayao Miyazaki's works and other favorite young adult series she has enjoyed.
Q&A #1
Q: What is your dream vacation destination?
Several dream destinations were mentioned, including Asia, New Zealand, and events like Comic-Con or esports tournaments.
Q&A #1
Q: Is there a game you quit or refuse to play because of the scare factor involved?
The hosts generally steer clear of primarily scary games but acknowledge some that were too intense, such as Detention and Yomawari.
Q&A #1
Q: What is the scariest game you've played?
Games like Layers of Fear, SOMA, and Amnesia: The Dark Descent were mentioned as particularly scary experiences for the hosts, with a notable mention of Yomawari during Spooky Games Month.

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