From The Shelf Games
36 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsEach week Austin and Nick revisit video games and consoles, both old and new, and offer a casual discussion on the facts, plot, and their overall feelings about each one.
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The Best Games of All Time Are The Most Polarizing - From The Shelf Games Episode 34
November 02, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 76.6 MBIn this weeks episode Nick and Austin discuss what they believe are two of the most polarizing games to come out in recent memory (and one game Austin just can't fall in love with for some reason.) As we begin to get back in to the swing of this and nailing down the new format, we just wanted to tack a second and say thank you to those of you that choose to support us. It means a lot :) Intro song: "Technoir" by Botnik Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https...
So...We're Back. - From The Shelf Games Episode 33
September 29, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBWe didn't mean to take such a long break but we did. A lot of it was that this thing is ultimately our hobby and when life got stressful, it was one of the first things that took. We're back though, and glad we are. :) Intro song: "War" by Idles Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Super Metroid (ft. Dan of Heartsupport) - Nintendo Wanted Nothing To Do With It - From The Shelf Games Episode 32
June 02, 2020 23:00 - 2 hours - 92.4 MBDid you know that Super Metroid was a project Nintendo had basically no interest in funding? Did you know that it was willed into existence by a small team who annoyed Nintendo until they (reluctantly) said yes? Lot's to learn in this weeks episode! It's also our first time ever having a guest on the show and he crushed it. Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/heartsupport https://www.twitch.tv/heartsupport https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod h...
Max Payne - A Tale Of A Constipated Face - From The Shelf Games Episode 31
May 23, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 67.5 MBMax Payne is the story of a cop who loses everything. It's also the story of a small development studio creating their first (and not only) MASSIVE hit. Remedy changed video games forever with the creation of Max Payne and this is that story. Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Persona 5 - This Game Is DARK - From The Shelf Games Episode 30
April 29, 2020 18:00 - 2 hours - 86.3 MBPersona 5 is one of Nick's favorite games of all time. In this episode we sit down and talk about the development but also THE ENTIRE PLOT. I (Austin) have long said I'd play this game but this episode has me more excited than ever to eventually dive into this prolific RPG. This episode features HEAVY SPOILERS. Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.t...
EA Skate - The Tony Hawk Killer - From The Shelf Games Episode 29
March 27, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 65 MBFor many years no one thought that Tony Hawk's Pro Skater could be dethroned. All of those people were wrong. This week we're talking about the legendary skateboarding series, SKATE. EA Skate Intro - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eklrb70uqbo Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle Austin FC - SW:-6774-2...
Animal Crossing - The Italian Food of Video Games - From The Shelf Games Episode 28
March 20, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.4 MBIn celebration of Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the boys revisit a classic series filled with mostly amazing titles. It's never been easy to make people understand what's so appealing about Animal Crossing but we hope in this weeks episode we can offer at least a little bit of clarity or maybe, just a few laughs. Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/N7qkC3F Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitc...
Spider Man 2 - It's All About The Swinging - From The Shelf Games Episode 27
March 11, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 66.9 MBWhat if I told you that an entire game could be defined by one single mechanic? Spider Man 2 was a revolutionary super hero game that changed what super hero games would look like for years to come. In this weeks episode we dive into why that it is. Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Advance Wars - We Wouldn't Have Fire Emblem Without It - From The Shelf Games Episode 26
March 04, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBThis week the guys sit down and talk about a game that's part of a series that has existed since 1988. In fact, this was a series that Nintendo never intended to bring to the US but were convinced by Nintendo of America to give it a shot. We'd probably never have gotten Fire Emblem in the US if it wasn't for Nintendo of America and Advance Wars! Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://tw...
Batman: Arkham City - Where's The Multiplayer Mode? - From The Shelf Games Episode 25
February 26, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBIt's not often that a series is made that creates something unique that so many other games go on to copy. In the case of the Arkham games, it's their perfect and seamless combat. We talk about their legacy, the perfect cast, and tons more in this week's episode! Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Doom (2016) - The Rippin and the Tearin - From The Shelf Games Episode 24
February 19, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBThis week we take a trip south of heaven. We're talking the rebirth of a series many thought was never getting another entry after the lukewarm release of Doom 3. Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Bayonetta - Big Witch Energy - From The Shelf Games Episode 23
January 22, 2020 08:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBShe's a witch, her hair is her clothes, she's British, and she's got a bone to pick with her daddy. This week we talk about Bayonetta! Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Alan Wake - Windows Vista Exclusive - From The Shelf Games Episode 22
January 15, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBIt's not a lake - it's an ocean. This is the final statement of Alan Wake. Alan Wake was a cult hit psychological thriller hit from 2010. You a fan of Twin Peaks or X-Files? This episode is for you! Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Bright Falls Miniseries - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TX6J0yy-qKM Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
No More Heroes - It's Not Really A Lightsaber - From The Shelf Games Episode 21
January 08, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MBDid Travis Touchdown buy a lightsaber on Ebay? This week we talk about Suda51's ultra-violent masterpiece, No More Heroes. Discord! - https://discord.gg/REMcjwX Fox News Violent Games - https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/samantha-nerove-why-so-many-mass-murders-study-impact-of-violent-video-games-and-impose-age-restrictions Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nic...
Game Of The Year - Why Is Nick So Mean!? - From The Shelf Games Episode 20
December 23, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBBefore they take a brief break, Nick and Austin wanted to sit down and discuss some of the games they loved this year. Meanwhile, Austin has a misinformed opinion and Nick makes it his duty to correct and shame him as many times as possible. Thank you for everything this year and we're so excited to come back in 2020 with more episodes, more games, and more friendship. Happy Holidays! Discord --> https://discord.gg/BbZa4b
Sonic Adventure - Nostalgia Doesn't Always Hold Up - From The Shelf Games Episode 19
December 19, 2019 02:00 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBCan Sonic really make the JUMP from 2D to 3D? What is a narrative heavy Sonic game like? Is this game just held up by nostalgia? Let's talk about it! Discord! Join up! - https://discord.gg/bpCnscu Sonic X-Treme Cover - https://tinyurl.com/sdy4feb Tikal Photo - https://tinyurl.com/smdjrav Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://twitch.tv/eyyohbee https://twitter.com/nicksmizzle
Persona 4 Arena - A Spin Off Worthy of it's Namesake - From The Shelf Games Episode 18
December 09, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 57 MBCan a spin-off game really live up to it's mainline series? And it's still canon? Persona 4 Arena is a tried and true Persona game but it's not a JRPG...it's a 2D fighter. In this episode we discuss the collaboration between Atlus and Arc to turn this beloved JRPG series into a fast but deceptively simply 2D fighter. Did they succeed?
Half Life 2 - The Game That Sold Us Steam - From The Shelf Games Episode 17
December 04, 2019 03:00 - 1 hour - 69.5 MBRise and shine Mr. Freeman. This week we are diving into the story of everyone's crowbar wielding mute, Gordon Freeman. Half Life 2 is considered to be one of the best PC games of all time only succeeded by it's predecessor, Half Life. In this episode we talk about the immense pressure Valve put themselves under to not only create a sequel worth playing, but going above and beyond the expectations of everyone. Put on your hazard suit and grab your gravity gun, it's going to be a bumpy ride....
The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim - Broken Beyond Repair - From The Shelf Games Episode 16
November 25, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBSkyrim. A game almost everyone loves, right? Well, it's complicated. This week we dive into the development of Skyrim. It's a wonderful game filled with so many wonderful stories and side quests but it also has a bevy of issues. We talk about it's engine that tends to feel dated and the code behind that engine. Like most games in Bethesda's first party catalog, it's marred with constant crashing and bugs (both silly and game breaking). So, you may not like what we have to say but who are we...
God Of War (2018) - World's Best Dad - From The Shelf Games Episode 15
November 19, 2019 01:00 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBThis week we talk about the re imagining of a waning franchise. Somehow Sony Santa Monica Studio went back to the drawing board with Director Cory Barlog and made God Of War into one the most beautiful narrative experiences ever created in a video game. No Context Wishmaster - https://imgur.com/a/eC2eino GoW E3 Reveal - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wW8hQRTAik4&t=365s Cory Barlog Reaction - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_FuVi21OlUMzQ-BAdfePJg Raising Kratos Documentary - https://...
Metal Gear Solid V - Konami's Colossal Mistake - From The Shelf Games Episode 14
November 11, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBThere's something very bizarre about pushing one of your most popular creators to the edge and ultimately terminating your relationship with him. Metal Gear Solid V was Hideo Kojima's last Metal Gear game and, despite it's unfinished state, is a masterpiece in mission design. The player is given complete freedom. So then, why did Konami push him out?
Until Dawn - Playstation Move Exlusive - From The Shelf Games Episode 13
November 07, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBAnother spooky one this week. The game we pulled From The Shelf is Until Dawn. The debut horror game from Supermassive Games, this is absolutely a cult classic. Boasting several types of horror, Until Dawn hit shelves with almost no marketing but slowly pulled fans on board with it's unique take on the genre. This is one of my favorite PS4 games of all time and it scared the crap out of me in my two play throughs. Thank you guys for listening! We love you!
Until Dawn - Playstation Move Exclusive - From The Shelf Games Episode 13
November 07, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.4 MBAnother spooky one this week. The game we pulled From The Shelf is Until Dawn. The debut horror game from Supermassive Games, this is absolutely a cult classic. Boasting several types of horror, Until Dawn hit shelves with almost no marketing but slowly pulled fans on board with it's unique take on the genre. This is one of my favorite PS4 games of all time and it scared the crap out of me in my two play throughs. Thank you guys for listening! We love you!
Resident Evil 4 - The Most Influential Horror Game of All Time - From The Shelf Games Episode 12
October 28, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBBiohazard 4! This game is widely considered to be one of, if not, THE most influential horror games of all time. This week we spend some talking about the troubled development of the game, the villagers calling you dirty words, and how it's basically just Disney's "My Date With The President's Daughter" so buckle up! - Biohazard 4 Early Footage - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_5kwX0LZAc - Villager Translations - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uzvnl-noW2A
Outlast - The Scariest Game of All Time? - From The Shelf Games Episode 11
October 21, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBThis week we decided to get into the mood of October with a spooky one. We're talking about the indie triumph, Outlast. A game that I would easily put on the top of my list as one of the best horror games of all time and easily one of the scariest. A game so scary, I had to put it down 30 minutes into it. We talk a lot about the beginnings of the studio and how the game almost didn't get made and even talk about how yes, Rule 34 applies to even this game. Thanks for listening! Gamasutra Ar...
Console Special - Nintendo 64 - From The Shelf Games Episode 10
October 14, 2019 11:00 - 1 hour - 68.4 MBWe're back!! We took a couple weeks off unintentionally because even though Dr. Ian Malcom says "Life finds a way" it also finds a way to get in the way. Life's been crazy for Austin but the boys are back with a loose discussion on the Nintendo 64, it's weird accessories, games they loved (and didn't) and as always, a little nonsense thrown in for good will. 64DD - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b64Bx0WKh7M https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https:...
Tony Hawk's Underground - The Worst Villian Of All Time - From The Shelf Games Episode 9
September 24, 2019 00:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBThis week on the show we talk about Eric Sparrow....I mean Tony Hawk Underground, Austin nerds out about Session being in early access, Nick recites a Chronicles Of Riddick meme, and we talk about why THUG is the best Tony Hawk game in the series. Face Scan - https://www.ign.com/articles/2003/10/09/tony-hawk-face-scan Oral History of THUG by Blake Hester - https://www.usgamer.net/articles/the-oral-history-of-thug Tony Hawk Series Film - https://twitter.com/THPSfilm Spider Man Video THPS2...
Star Fox 64 - Born From An Inferior Game - From The Shelf Games Episode 8
September 18, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBThis week we pulled down Star Fox 64. Born from the ashes of two inferior games (Star Fox and Star Fox 2 for the SNES) this game was truly a masterpiece created for the Nintendo64. Other episode content includes Nick talking shit about Sonic Adventure and calling Piccolo a good father??? Thanks for listening! Notes: Nintendo Puppets -https://bit.ly/1MJx85q Star Fox Map - https://bit.ly/2m0kQDY Fox's Father - https://bit.ly/2m26W4f https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.co...
Pokemon Gen 1 (Red, Blue, Yellow) - Babie's First RPG - From The Shelf Games Episode 7
September 09, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBWelcome back everybody for Episode 7! This week we talk all about Pokemon Red/Blue/Green. This weeks game was picked out by Austin and still holds a very special place in his history because it was one of the first handheld games he ever fell in love with. Thanks for being with us so far! Notes: Boundary Break - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFipK2gfL78 All about the music - https://daily.pokecommunity.com/2016/02/01/the-music-of-red-blue-yellow/ https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod ht...
Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Nostalgia Or Something Else? - From The Shelf Games Episode 6
September 03, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 44.6 MBA day late and a dollar short. This week we dive in to the LEGENDARY Ocarina of Time. Do people love this game for nostalgia only or is there truly something special here? We also share a brief discussion on the importance of preserving video game history. Hidden Arwing - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIRZiMhaY68 National Videogame Museum - http://nvmusa.org/ Social Media: https://twitter.com/fromtheshelfpod https://instagram.com/fromtheshelfpod https://twitter.com/eyyohbee https://tw...
Bioshock - This Game Almost Didn't Get Made?! - From The Shelf Games Episode 5
August 28, 2019 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBSo sorry for the delay! We're a couple days late but we're back. This week we break down Bioshock and we learn that this game almost didn't get made. Did you know that Bioshock is widely considered the first game that proved to the mainstream that video games were an art form and not just for children? We're currently working on setting up a community Discord server so be on the look out for that! GE Building - https://www.nyc-architecture.com/MID/MID017.htm Bioshock Book - https://amzn.to...
Super Mario Odyssey - The Greatest Platformer Ever Made - From The Shelf Games Episode 4
August 19, 2019 10:00 - 1 hour - 52.2 MBWe've made it to 4 episodes! Is that a number to celebrate? I have no idea. This is our best episode yet! This week we are talking about Super Mario Odyssey for the Nintendo Switch. There are many things to say about this game but above all else, this game is a bright light in a dark world. It would make the most unhappy person crack a smile. I think Nick and I smiled the whole time we recorded this. Enjoy! Fastest SMO Speedrun - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlXTkmdKt_4 Peach Outfits OM...
Kingdom Hearts III - Too Long of a Wait? - From The Shelf Games Episode 3
August 12, 2019 23:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBWe’re back for another one! This week we are wrapping up our Kingdom Hearts III series. We’ve learned a lot and still don’t understand even more. We talk a little about if hype killed this game, if it's just a PS2 title in the wrong era, and how the Toy Story mechs are even better than the Fortnite ones. If you’ve stuck with us, thank you! KH III Secret Ending - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gn2N8utOnOw&t=39s KH Series Lore Summary - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oV2DcmIK1rU Social M...
Kingdom Hearts II - The Best of the Best - From The Shelf Games Episode 2
August 05, 2019 12:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBFor this weeks episode we dive into the strange and, frankly, convoluted world of Kingdom Hearts 2. We wanted to be perfectly clear, we aren't the authority on KH lore. In fact, we're barely competent. The reason we're talking about these games is to give you a brief look into their bizarre stories but also, to show you that even when you don't understand what's going on...there's still something to love here. **26:15** We didn't know there was a Manga. I may have started purchasing them fr...
Kingdom Hearts - The Best Not Great Game Ever - From The Shelf Games Episode 1
July 03, 2019 21:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBWelcome to Episode 1 of From The Shelf Games. In this episode Austin and Nick dive into Kingdom Hearts, a game riddled with issues from gameplay to story...but we still love it. Show Notes: We state that Ansem appears on the beach in BBS but it's actually Dream Drop Distance. Did we get anything else wrong? Maybe you disagree with our thoughts? Email us @ [email protected] KH Secret Ending ---> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jyf571ybJxk Social Media: twitter.com/fromtheshelfpo...
Episode 0.5 - Introductions
June 24, 2019 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MBIn this inaugural episode Austin and Nick take some time to introduce themselves and explain what you can come to expect from the show in the coming weeks. Thanks for joining us!