The Backlog Files
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On The Backlog Files, host Adam Taylor dives into retro classics, cult favorites, and indie standouts—stacking entries franchise by franchise, platform by platform. Every Tuesday at 9 AM EST, we rank, review, and recommit your next must‑play.
From Game Boy gems to Switch surprises, Pokémon deep-dives to horror indies, Adam explores what made each game essential, or stray, and why it still matters today. Expect thoughtful takes, nostalgia, and plenty of “game snack” episodes under 20 minutes.
New weekly. Always insightful. Occasionally unexpected.
From Game Boy gems to Switch surprises, Pokémon deep-dives to horror indies, Adam explores what made each game essential, or stray, and why it still matters today. Expect thoughtful takes, nostalgia, and plenty of “game snack” episodes under 20 minutes.
New weekly. Always insightful. Occasionally unexpected.
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Adam discusses the new Katamari game: Once Upon A Katamari.
Adam discusses what works and what doesn't in Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
With two days to go until the release of Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Adam looks back at Pokemon Legends: Arceus and what the next entry could bring to the table.
Adam discusses the new remake of PAC-Man World 2 for modern consoles and PC.
Adam discusses the latest Nintendo Direct and what this means for people who do not have a Switch 2 yet.
Adam goes back to the PS1 to revisit Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue.
Adam looks back at the PlayStation game Buzz Lightyear of Star Command.
Adam discusses the response to the new battle system in Pokemon Legends: Z-A and what this could mean for the franchise in the future.
Adam looks back at the much-maligned PC game Spore and whether or not it deserves a second look.
Adam discusses Disney's Extreme Skate Adventure for the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox.
Adam checks out a new deck-building rogue-like city-builder (a lot of hyphens) called Cardboard Towns and discusses the announcement of the remake of the classic game Pac-Man World 2.
The July 2025 Pokemon Presents has come and gone so Adam breaks down what little we can learn from what was announced for Pokemon Legends: Z-A.
The crystals are calling! On this episode of The Backlog Files, we revisit the original Final Fantasy, the 8-bit classic that saved Square and sparked a global RPG phenomenon. From turn-based battles to dungeon crawling, we discuss what holds up, what doesn’t, and why this game still matters.Support the show by donating at ko-fi.com/MWPNews andsubscribe to our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@MWPNewsGaming
How does Time Is Honey keep players coming back for ‘just one more upgrade’? We explore its idle mechanics, progression loops, and bee-themed charm.Support the show by donating at ko-fi.com/MWPNews and subscribe to our YouTube channel at YouTube.com/@MWPNewsGaming
Adam discusses the upcoming background game Nanomon - Virtual Pet from Akupara Games. A code was provided at no cost for this game for review purposes.
We finally know that Pokemon Legends Z-A will be coming out on both the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 on October 16th, 2025. Why is Adam lowering his expectations?
Adam discusses the surprise indie game hit A Game About Digging A Hole.
Adam discusses today's news that the upcoming mobile game Kingdom Hearts: Missing Link has been canceled by Square Enix.Support the show by donating at ko-fi.com/MWPNews
Adam discusses the new indie atmospheric horror game LiDAR Exploration Program.
Adam discusses the breakout hit game Blue Prince.Show your support for the show by donating at ko-fi.com/mwpnews
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