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The Punished Podcast: Episode 28 – The Hype Cycle

By The Punished Backlog and 4 moreJune 29, 2026

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the rise and fall of E3, game trailers, authenticity, and the big bucks.

By The Punished Backlog and 4 moreMay 11, 2026

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the past, present, and future of games media and journalism.

By The Punished Backlog and 5 moreApril 21, 20261

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we reflect (and debate) the games that should be prioritized in our backlog in 2026.

By The Punished Backlog and 3 moreMarch 25, 2026

In this episode of The Punished Podcast, we discuss the role of review scores in the gaming industry, especially for us as critics.