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In The Punished Podcast episode 2, we discuss the ideal game length. What makes a great 2-hour game? 100-hour epic? Tune in for our thoughts.
In episode 1 of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the difference between remakes and remasters, then share memories of the Nintendo DS for the Punished Hall of Fame.
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In The Punished Podcast episode 2, we discuss the ideal game length. What makes a great 2-hour game? 100-hour epic? Tune in for our thoughts.
In episode 1 of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the difference between remakes and remasters, then share memories of the Nintendo DS for the Punished Hall of Fame.
In our Pragmata Sketchbook demo preview, learn why Capcom’s long-awaited sci-fi epic shows promise after six years of development.
The Game Awards 2025 was a four-hour snooze fest, but for four minutes, it was absolute cinema thanks to Flute Guy. Let’s recap the fun.
Join us at 7:30pm EST for our 2025 Game Awards live blog, and find out how many instruments Keighley’s got “Flute Guy” playing this year.
Even in tumultuous times, we can find solace in all sorts of things — Kei argues that 2025’s “capeslop” of superhero content gives hope.
Girl gamers, unite — we picked the best video games for the girlies, from beginner-friendly puzzles to next-level action shooters.
This indie co-op mountain climbing game is one of the best multiplayers I’ve ever played. It’s absurdly fun.
Get to know our new (and some veteran) writers, as they share their favorite video games, articles they’d like to write, and more!
In a turbulent year, Good Knights Sleep’s Fallout ASMR broadcasts have become a small ritual calm in my life. Here’s why they’re so special.
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In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the rise and fall of E3, game trailers, authenticity, and the big bucks.
In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the past, present, and future of games media and journalism.
In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we reflect (and debate) the games that should be prioritized in our backlog in 2026.
In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the role of review scores in the gaming industry, especially for us as critics.
In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss and listen to the best video game soundtracks, composers, and sound design.
Presenting the most anticipated video games of 2026, but in a stylish package: our annual Fantasy Gaming league. New year, new season.
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In a Punished Notes dedicated entirely to Resident Evil Requiem, Sam wonders if the post-zombification of the game’s world bears a resemblance to our own post-pandemic one.
In his latest Punished Notes, Sam gets into some New Year’s Gaming Resolutions, as well as a few predictions (and hopes) for some big gaming anniversaries coming up. Also: Wuthering Heights?
In the latest Punished Notes, Sam covers Doritos and Mountain Dew games, Kirby Air Riders, and… the blues?
In this edition of Punished Notes, Sam discusses how the incredible fall game release lineup is kind of killing him, among other thoughts
In the latest edition of Punished Notes, Sam talks about Lumines, visual novel and Roger, and other random thoughts from random games.
In this Punished Notes, Sam dives into how the latest Bethesda shooter harkens back to a simpler time in AAA gaming, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and more!
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Mina the Hollower released last month to rave reviews. How do the writers at The Punished Backlog feel about it?
As part of our Game of the Year coverage, here are some DIFFERENT awards for the year’s best games!
Hollow Knight: Silksong is one of this year’s biggest new releases. What do the writers at The Punished Backlog think of it so far?
From the classics to new releases, we discuss the “Big Three,” the best anime ever, and what makes these series stand the test of time.
Donkey Kong Bananza is one of the biggest game releases of 2025. Does it work? Does it deserve its score of 91? We share our thoughts.
On the fence about Nintendo’s latest console? Six of our writers sat down to share our initial Nintendo Switch 2 impressions.
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From the bird and the bear to the earliest console shooters, here are The Punished Backlog’s top 16 Nintendo 64 games of all time!
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Game Boy Advance, here are The Punished Backlog’s favorite GBA games of all time!
The Punished Backlog writers have already covered their favorite Pokémon games. But what about our actual favorite pocket monsters?
In our list of the best Pokémon Games, find out how the generations stack up in honor of Pokémon’s 30th anniversary.
In our list of the best GameCube Games, see how classics like Metroid Prime, Melee, and Double Dash stack up.
While we here at The Punished Backlog could not be more excited about a new Nintendo console, we also figured it now is the right time to pay tribute to the first Switch and all its best games!