In this Fantasy Gaming-centric episode, we recap the first half of 2026 before delving into our first waiver wire of the year.
David Silbert
David Silbert
David is the founder of The Punished Backlog. He has a problem finishing games he starts.
Just beat: Yakuza 0, Sleeping Dogs.
Working on: Ys VIII.
Can't wait for: GTA VI.
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