In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the rise and fall of E3, game trailers, authenticity, and the big bucks. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 28 – The Hype Cycle appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the past, present, and future of games media and journalism. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 27 – Video Games Media appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we reflect (and debate) the games that should be prioritized in our backlog in 2026. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 26 – Backlog Challenge 2026 appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the role of review scores in the gaming industry, especially for us as critics. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 25 – Video Game Review Scores appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss and listen to the best video game soundtracks, composers, and sound design. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 24 – Video Game Music appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

Presenting the most anticipated video games of 2026, but in a stylish package: our annual Fantasy Gaming league. New year, new season. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 23 – 2026 Fantasy Gaming Draft! appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

What are the games that still hold a special place in our heart, even if we think they're bad games? Why do they have a hold on us? The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 22 – Nostalgia (For Games That Aren’t Very Good?!) appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

Video game adaptations are everywhere — shows, movies, books, board games, music, and more. But what makes them work? Let's discuss. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 21 – Video Game Adaptations appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

In The Punished Podcast Episode 20, we talk about all the hottest gaming news that broke this summer. Plus, our Fantasy Gaming league! The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 20 – Summer Gaming News & Fantasy Waiver Wire appeared first on The Punished Backlog.

In this podcast episode, we discuss the history of video game difficulty, what makes a game "fun," Clair Obscur, Souls-likes, and more. The post The Punished Podcast: Episode 19 – Video Game Difficulty appeared first on The Punished Backlog.