RPG Backtrack 352 – This is Sparta!
The 2026 season of RPG Backtrack kicks off with a big, fat vacation in ancient Greece. Join us, with guests Sam, Pascal, and Josh, as we climb the butts of multiple statues in Assassin’s Creed Odyssey.
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RPG Backtrack 351 – Indiecember
As the year comes to a close, we wrap up with a round table of bite sized independently developed RPGs for your playing pleasure. After all, an indie game a day keeps the triple A trash away. Enjoy some passion projects with guests Sam and Ryan Costa.
RPG Backtrack 350 – Treasures and Monsters
On this week’s backtrack, we go back to Dragon Quest with two recent entries in the Monsters sub-series. Technically, one of them isn’t a Monsters title, but started as one, so we counted it anyway. Featuring a special guest from the podcast, Slime Time, Bluestar, along with our regulars Robert and Wheels.
RPG Backtrack 349 – Extreme Construction
The Yakuza Kiwami series continues, remaking Yakuza 2 with an extreme coat of paint. We have a crazy construction crew for this show, featuring Josh, Sam, Pascal, and David. Ripping the shirt off for a fight is mandatory.
RPG Backtrack 348 – Why Does He Look Like Kiryu?
Have you ever wondered what Sakamoto Ryoma’s life was like, but need more wackiness in your Japanese history lesson? What about racing chickens or playing baseball with cannon balls? This week, Josh, David, Ryan M., and Pascal talk about a period piece with a touch of that Yakuza/Like a Dragon charm.
RPG Backtrack 347 – This Is Not a Drill!
WARNING! KEMCO ALERT! WARNING! Kemco RPGs have breached the Backtrack! The hazmat containment unit with Matt, Kelley, Robert, and Ryan C. have been called for clean-up! Be prepared for mediocrity while listening to this podcast. You have been warned!
RPG Backtrack 346 – I’ve Got No Strings
Who could have guessed that the classic Carlo Collodi children’s novel would be become the inspiration for an amazing soulslike game? This week’s show features Pascal, Ryan M., and Wheels, where we discuss Lies of P. One thing is for sure, it’s not like the Disney movie.
RPG Backtrack 345 – In Space, No One Can Hear You Glitch
Bioware tried to strike gold again with Mass Effect: Andromeda. The results were less than stellar. This week’s glitch compilation includes Pascal, Robert, and Josh. So many glitches…
RPG Backtrack 344 – Disco Harry Doesn’t Advertise
If your favorite part of the RPG experience is reading, then we have an RPG for you. Think of this episode featuring Disco Elysium as a book club meeting, with guests Jahwon, David, and Pascal. Talking neckties are optional.
RPG Backtrack 343 – Down By the River
With its memorable characters, classic setting, and questionable romance scenes, Baldur’s Gate III took the world by storm in 2023. We have Pascal and Jahwon at our camp tonight to talk about our journey through the Forgotten Realms. Just don’t ask about the squirrel. That poor critter has seen things…
RPG Backtrack 342 – Demon Mommy
Diablo IV may not be as colorful as its predecessor, but it did bring back some fun classes. Stay a while and listen to this week’s show, as Kelley and Chris ask, “How much more black could this game be?” The answer is: None. None more black.
RPG Backtrack 341 – So You Like Suikoden
This week’s RPG Backtrack answers the question, “How many stars does it take to save a world?” According to the Suikoden series, it’s no less than 108. We only have four stars for this podcast though: Ryan R., Robert, David, and Michael.
RPG Backtrack 340 – No More Tears
On this week’s RPG Backtrack, we have a freshly hydrated, massively ripped Ganon ready to destroy the world. What is a poor mute adventurer going to do? Join us along with Pascal and Wheels as we talk about Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom while we try to build a Korok torture machine.
RPG Backtrack 339 – We Have Bunnies Now
Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers is the game’s best expansion according to fans. It bestowed the players with bunnies, lions, and dancers, but most important of all, it let people FINALLY live out their gun-sword fantasies like Squall. This expansion is the topic of this week’s show, with guests Robert and Noodle.
RPG Backtrack 338 – You Maniacs! You Blew It Up!
World of Warcraft’s third expansion began with a bang when Deathwing emerged to change Azeroth forever. RPG Backtrack goes back to the Cataclysm this week, with guests Andi, Pascal, and Robert. We really want to know if you are are you Team Goblin, or Team Worgen?
RPG Backtrack 337 – More Caninus of War
With the final game in the trilogy releasing this week, the RPG Backtrack crew decided to squeeze in a show about Fuga: Melodies of Steel 2. As fans of the Little Tail Bronx series, we are excited to re-live the sequel to the surprise hit from CyberConnect2. Featuring guests Cassandra, Josh, and Ryan C.
RPG Backtrack 336 – Fire Up Your Lizard-Cycle
Monster catching May continues this week on RPG Backtrack, where we chat about the Pokémon franchises’ first fully open-world game. Cassandra, Wheels, and David fire up their lizard cycle to talk about Pokémon’s most divisive game in the series.
RPG Backtrack 335 – Legally Distinct Non-Spherical Monster Catching Devices
Are you tired of the Pokémon series? Do you still crave the catching of cute little monsters? Then this week’s Backtrack is for you! Join the cast along with Jahwon and Ryan C as we catch our favorite critters in various indie games and make them be our friends.
RPG Backtrack 334 – Royal Capital Romps and Rural Revelry
Atelier April concludes this week with a pair of direct sequels to Atelier Ryza. Come join Sam and Ryan M. as we polish our alchemy skills in the royal capital and explore some new islands!
RPG Backtrack 333 – Dusk Tales
Atelier April kicks off with a trio of games set in dying worlds. Josh, Sam, and Wheels all join the show to talk about the Atelier Dusk trilogy (Atelier Ayesha, Atelier Escha & Logy, and Atelier Shallie).
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