Game Awards Extravaganza & The Veilguard Review You Have Been Asking For!!
Join us on the first episode of 2025 as we dive into the Game Awards 2024 highlights and announcements! We break down the big winners, discuss our top five most anticipated reveals, and provide an in-depth review of Dragon Age Veilguard. Plus, we catch up on what we've been playing and watching over the holiday season. From indie gems to AAA blockbusters, here's everything you need to know: Slay the Spire 2, Helldivers 2, Metaphor, and so much more. Don’t miss out!00:00 Welcome to the Grown Up Gaming Podcast 202500:36 Introducing the Gang01:13 Movie Marathons and Mob Films02:27 Episode Overview and Game Awards02:56 Sock Beer Tradition and Dragon Age Review04:11 Games at a Glance: Steam Sales and Backlogs06:48 The Witcher 3 and Gaming Strategies10:23 Indie Love: Mini Shoot Adventures14:36 Path of Exile 2: A Deep Dive22:38 Dead Island 2 and Other Games34:57 Introduction to Infinity Nikki35:55 Gameplay Mechanics and Features37:12 Daily Activities and Customization42:03 Gacha Game Explanation49:11 Dragon Age Veilguard Review50:20 Controversies and Criticisms55:11 Gameplay and Mechanics Analysis01:16:04 Final Thoughts and Ratings01:18:01 The Disappointment of Dragon Age01:18:31 Objective and Angry Gamer Scores01:19:46 Mixed Feelings on Gameplay01:20:46 Character Development in RPGs01:21:52 Metacritic Scores and Wokeness01:24:52 Expectations vs Reality01:25:30 Final Thoughts on Dragon Age01:26:53 2024 Game Awards Introduction01:28:37 Most Anticipated Games01:30:34 Best Multiplayer Game01:31:30 Best Adaptation and Other Categories01:34:42 Best RPG and Action Adventure01:38:21 Best Action and Mobile Games01:40:41 Best Indie and Ongoing Games01:43:00 Innovation and Accessibility01:44:29 Best Audio and Music01:46:37 Best Art Direction and Narrative01:48:14 Best Game Direction01:49:57 Game of the Year 202401:52:32 Astro Bot: A Joyful Experience01:54:03 Game of the Year Debate01:57:17 Final Fantasy 7 and Replayability02:00:57 Top 5 Game Announcements02:02:34 Slay the Spire 2 and Indie Games02:04:05 Dying Light and Zombie Games02:09:38 Anticipation for Borderlands 402:16:14 Naughty Dog's New Game: Intergalactic The Heretic Prophet02:21:10 Witcher 4: Medieval Fantasy Returns02:25:02 Ninja Gaiden Metroidvania and Honorable Mentions02:27:14 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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2025 Game Awards Extravaganza & The Veilguard Review You Have Been Asking For!!
Game Awards 2024 Breakdown & Dragon Age Veilguard Review | Grown Up Gaming PodcastJoin us on the first episode of 2025 as we dive into the Game Awards 2024 highlights and announcements! We break down the big winners, discuss our top five most anticipated reveals, and provide an in-depth review of Dragon Age Veilguard. Plus, we catch up on what we've been playing and watching over the holiday season. From indie gems to AAA blockbusters, here's everything you need to know: Slay the Spire 2, Helldivers 2, Metaphor, and so much more. Don’t miss out!00:00 Welcome to the Grown Up Gaming Podcast 202500:36 Introducing the Gang01:13 Movie Marathons and Mob Films02:27 Episode Overview and Game Awards02:56 Sock Beer Tradition and Dragon Age Review04:11 Games at a Glance: Steam Sales and Backlogs06:48 The Witcher 3 and Gaming Strategies10:23 Indie Love: Mini Shoot Adventures14:36 Path of Exile 2: A Deep Dive22:38 Dead Island 2 and Other Games34:57 Introduction to Infinity Nikki35:55 Gameplay Mechanics and Features37:12 Daily Activities and Customization42:03 Gacha Game Explanation49:11 Dragon Age Veilguard Review50:20 Controversies and Criticisms55:11 Gameplay and Mechanics Analysis01:16:04 Final Thoughts and Ratings01:18:01 The Disappointment of Dragon Age01:18:31 Objective and Angry Gamer Scores01:19:46 Mixed Feelings on Gameplay01:20:46 Character Development in RPGs01:21:52 Metacritic Scores and Wokeness01:24:52 Expectations vs Reality01:25:30 Final Thoughts on Dragon Age01:26:53 2024 Game Awards Introduction01:28:37 Most Anticipated Games01:30:34 Best Multiplayer Game01:31:30 Best Adaptation and Other Categories01:34:42 Best RPG and Action Adventure01:38:21 Best Action and Mobile Games01:40:41 Best Indie and Ongoing Games01:43:00 Innovation and Accessibility01:44:29 Best Audio and Music01:46:37 Best Art Direction and Narrative01:48:14 Best Game Direction01:49:57 Game of the Year 202401:52:32 Astro Bot: A Joyful Experience01:54:03 Game of the Year Debate01:57:17 Final Fantasy 7 and Replayability02:00:57 Top 5 Game Announcements02:02:34 Slay the Spire 2 and Indie Games02:04:05 Dying Light and Zombie Games02:09:38 Anticipation for Borderlands 402:16:14 Naughty Dog's New Game: Intergalactic The Heretic Prophet02:21:10 Witcher 4: Medieval Fantasy Returns02:25:02 Ninja Gaiden Metroidvania and Honorable Mentions02:27:14 Wrapping Up and Final Thoughts
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FF7:Rebirth, Crypt Custodian, Magic The Gather & a Beer Sock Bet!
00:00 Intro
04:30 Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth
15:53 Diablo 4
31:26 Palworld
42:26 Warhammer 40K: Space Marines 2
56:28 The Plucky Squire
1:04:32 Crypt Custodian
1:08:21 Magic The Gathering
1:24:28 Lords of the Fallen
1:37:39 Assassins Creed 2
1:48:00 Black Myth: Wukong
2:13:20 Game Awards 2024
2:18:22 Outro
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Another Digital Store Closed - Adios Xbox 360 Marketplace
Pipsqueak! Steam Page!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2741550/Pipsqueak/
Subscribe to the Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/growinupgaming
00:00 - Intro
Last Week This Week In Gaming
03:07 - Sea of Stars DLC In the Works
11:24 - Xbox 360 Closes Digital Store
19:06 - GamePass Price Increases
24:18 - GamePass With NO Console!
33:39 - Xbox Limited Edition Deadpool Controller
33:49 - Pokemon Sleep is making $$
37:40 - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Mutants Unleashed
Indie Love
43:11 - Pipsqueak
Top 5
52:01 - Top 5 Intro
52:57 - Mike #5
54:56 - Erik #5
56:49 - Brandon #5
58:46 - Mike #4
1:02:32 - Erik #4
1:04:29 - Brandon #4
1:07:04 - Mike #3
1:10:20 - Erik #3
1:13:34 - Brandon #3
1:18:25 - Mike #2
1:21:58 - Erik #2
1:24:49 - Brandon #2
1:30:15 - Mike Honourable Mentions
1:32:19 - Mike #1
1:34:37 - Erik Honourable Mentions
1:35:53 - Erik #1
1:38:08 - Brandon Honourable Mentions
1:40:37 - Brandon #1
1:47:46 - Outro
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Meet the Minds Behind '1000 Cuts' - Indie Game Dev Interview
Join us for an exclusive peek behind the scenes of the critically acclaimed 2D Samurai hack and slash indie game "1,000 Cuts" by Banjo Toad Studio.
In this interview, delve into the creative process with Donald, the lead writer, developer, and project lead, and Blue, the mastermind behind the stunning art direction.
Explore the intricate world of samurai warriors, epic battles, and razor-sharp gameplay that sets "1,000 Cuts" apart in the indie gaming scene. With the game already exceeding its Kickstarter goal, discover the secrets behind the success of this captivating 2D adventure.
Don't miss this chance to uncover the magic of "1,000 Cuts" and gain valuable insights into the world of 2D Samurai hack and slash indie games.
🐸 Banjo Toad Studios: https://banjotoadstudio.com/
🦵 Support on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/banjotoadstudio/one-thousand-cuts
🎮 Play the Demo & Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2412000/OneThousand_Cuts/
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/one.thousand.cuts/
TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
04:10 How BanjoToad Got Its Name
08:20 The 4 Members of BanjoToad
12:03 Concept Behind 1,000 Cuts
13:21 The Story Behind The Name
17:11 The Story of the Game
36:14 Bringing 1,000 Cuts to Life
46:41 Why Kickstarter
53:24 Kickstarter Rewards & Goals
59:29 BanjoToad LOVES Cats
Welcome to Growin' Up Gaming, the ultimate 3-player co-op experience. Tune in as we discuss the latest in gaming news and reviews, while also recommending hidden gems of the indie game world and the occasional B movie not to be missed!
From your couch, office, or even while sitting on the toilet, plug in, press start and become our Player 2.
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