The Gaming Outsider
The Gaming Outsider Podcast is a show dedicated to video gaming of all kinds with a focus on the community. Here at The GO, we don't subscribe to just one platform, and we realize that we don't have the ability to play every game that's out there. Our goal is to discuss ours and our listener's perspectives on current and former games that we have played while keeping a positive environment.
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El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron, Let’s Revolution & Pirating Games
04/24/2024
El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron, Let’s Revolution & Pirating Games
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & CB discuss the morality of pirating games and admit to their past “crimes”. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (13:08) News (34:42) New Games (43:36) (Switch) (55:13) (PS5) (1:00:59) (PC Early Access) (1:11:30) “From the Outside In” Topic: Pirating Games Grab the episode now on,,, and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our, where you can read all of our written content.
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Fallout, Pepper Grinder & Microtransaction Admissions
04/17/2024
Fallout, Pepper Grinder & Microtransaction Admissions
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa, & Scott share their most embarrassing DLC purchases they’ve made over the years. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (34:05) News (1:06:26) New Games (1:12:32) (Switch) (1:20:02) (Xbox) (1:26:22) (Amazon TV Series) (1:37:35) (Switch) (1:47:16) “From the Outside In” Topic: Microtransaction Admissions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Minishoot’ Adventures, Mighty Mage & Feeling Obligated to Finish Games
04/10/2024
Minishoot’ Adventures, Mighty Mage & Feeling Obligated to Finish Games
On this episode, Zack, Jacob & Scott talk about games they felt obligated to finish, but didn’t enjoy a whole lot. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (21:04) News (36:28) New Games (41:15) (PC) (51:26) (PS5) (59:27) (PS5) (1:08:37) “From the Outside In” Topic: Feeling Obligated to Finish Games Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Beat Slayer, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist & Community Questions
04/03/2024
Beat Slayer, Ender Magnolia: Bloom in the Mist & Community Questions
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott answer [mostly] video game related questions from the community. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (23:15) News (37:10) New Games (42:39) (PC) (50:21) (Xbox) (56:44) (PC) (1:03:14) (Switch) (1:11:15) (PS5 demo) (1:19:03) (PC) [Relle] (1:26:00) (PC) [Marc] (1:31:50) (PC) [Jacob] (1:39:58) (PC) [JACOB] (1:52:30) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Outcast: A New Beginning & Gaming When We’re Older
03/27/2024
Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Outcast: A New Beginning & Gaming When We’re Older
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott discuss whether they think they’ll be playing games in their retirement years. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (24:05) News (53:37) New Games (56:55) (Xbox) (1:07:04) (PC) (1:19:15) “From the Outside In” Topic: Gaming When We’re Older Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Metal Mind, Planetsmith & Villains We Love to Hate
03/20/2024
Metal Mind, Planetsmith & Villains We Love to Hate
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott talk about villains in games that they love to hate, especially evil organizations. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (0:15) Start (28:15) News (47:55) New Games (56:00) Metal Mind/Planetsmith (1:00:05) “From the Outside In” Topic: Villains We Love to Hate Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Star Wars: Battlefront: Classic Collection, The Thaumaturge & Games Within Games
03/13/2024
Star Wars: Battlefront: Classic Collection, The Thaumaturge & Games Within Games
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa, CB & Scott talk about games that end up being buried inside the games they’re already playing. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (44:04) News (1:08:09) New Games (1:13:46) (PS5) (1:26:51) (PC) (1:37:44) (Xbox) (1:45:33) “From the Outside In” Topic: Games Within the Games Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Psychiatrist Simulator 2 & Community Questions
03/06/2024
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Psychiatrist Simulator 2 & Community Questions
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott answer questions from the community to answer; most of them are video game related. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (12:50) News (37:12) New Games (41:36) (PS5) (1:09:18) (PC) (1:16:05) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Piczle Cross: Story of Seasons, Sixty-Four & Music in Games
02/28/2024
Piczle Cross: Story of Seasons, Sixty-Four & Music in Games
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott welcome Grant Henry of Stemage & Metroid Metal to discuss our favorite gaming moments involving music. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (24:15) News (48:42) New Games (55:36) (1:02:01) (PC) (1:06:56) (Switch) (1:11:06) “From the Outside In” Topic: Music in Games Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered & JRPGs
02/21/2024
Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Tomb Raider I-III Remastered & JRPGs
On this episode, Zack, CB & Scott welcome Brandon Smith from to talk about JRPGs. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. For details on how to download Final Fantasy Renaissance for yourself, check out all the detail's on Brandon's Discord server. On This Episode (55:56) News (1:27:35) New Games (1:30:43) (Switch) (1:36:11) (PS4) (1:47:45) “From the Outside In” Topic: JRPGs Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, The Light in the Darkness & Renaming Genres
02/14/2024
Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, The Light in the Darkness & Renaming Genres
On this episode, CB, Alyssa & Scott attempt to come up with new names for popular genres. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (9:22) News (35:09) New Games (38:33) (Xbox) (44:17) (PC) (50:45) (PS5) (55:57:) (Steam Deck) (1:06:22) “From the Outside In” Topic: Renaming Genres Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, Banishers, Ghosts of New Eden, DON'T NOD, Focus Entertainment, The Light in the Darkness, LIght in the Darkness, Voices of the Forgotten, Arcade Distillery, FInal Fantasy VII Rebirth, Final Fantasy VII, Square Enix, Balatro, LocalThunk, Playstack, Disney, Epic Games, Atari, Dead Cells, Motion Twin, Evil Empire
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Rearview Mirror, Slot Shots Pinball & Community Questions
02/07/2024
Rearview Mirror, Slot Shots Pinball & Community Questions
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott answer questions from the community, most of which are video game related. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (22:04) News (1:09:10) (PC) (1:12:20) (Steam Deck) (1:18:29) (PS5) (1:29:03) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Exilium, Brews & Bastards and Homage vs. Ripoff
01/31/2024
Exilium, Brews & Bastards and Homage vs. Ripoff
On this episode, Zack & Scott talk about games that borrow ideas from previous titles and just how close is too close to be considered a ripoff. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (34:44) News (1:04:51) (PC) (1:08:59) (PC) (1:14:21) “From the Outside In” Topic: Homage vs. Ripoff Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Dead Tomb, and Charging for Advance Access
01/24/2024
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Dead Tomb, and Charging for Advance Access
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa CB & Scott discuss the growing trend of paying a few extra bucks to get new games a few days early. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (11:51) News (57:07) (PS5/Xbox) (1:18:16) (Switch) (1:24:31) (Xbox) (1:28:37) (PC) - Relle (1:34:43) “From the Outside In” Topic: Getting the 2-D Treatment Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Ballance, Death Must Die & Getting the 2D Treatment
01/17/2024
Ballance, Death Must Die & Getting the 2D Treatment
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott take a look at games in 3-D that they’d like to see take a step back to 2-D. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (35:25) News (1:04:42) (Steam Deck) (1:10:55) (Board Game) (1:21:51) (PC/Steam Deck) (1:34:13) “From the Outside In” Topic: Getting the 2-D Treatment Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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2023 Games of the Year
01/10/2024
2023 Games of the Year
On this episode of The Gaming Outsider, Scott, Zack, CB & Alyssa welcome Grant Henry for our annual Game of the Year discussion. Join us as we take a look back at all 2023 had to offer. On This Episode (32:52) 2023 News & 2024 Predictions (1:43:31) 2023 GO Award Categories (2:46:46) - 2023 Personal Favorites & Most Anticipated for 2024 Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, The Invincible & 2024 Gaming Resolutions
01/01/2024
Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, The Invincible & 2024 Gaming Resolutions
On this episode, CB, Alyssa & Scott discuss their 2024 gaming resolutions and also check in with how they did in 2023. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (24:47) Interview with Stefano Guglielmana from Subcult Joint, Cookie Cutter (46:49) News (1:19:45) (Xbox) (1:24:45) (Xbox) (1:39:09) “From the Outside In” Topic: 2024 Gaming Resolutions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Trinity Fusion, Power Wash Simulator VR & Barriers to True Endings
12/20/2023
Trinity Fusion, Power Wash Simulator VR & Barriers to True Endings
On this episode, Zack, CB & Scott discuss games that hide their narratives behind some kind of barrier that makes it difficult to experience. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. Episode Title: “Trinity Fusion, Power Wash Simulator VR & Barriers to True Endings” On This Episode (24:07) News (1:01:06) (Quest 2) (1:11:45) (PC) (1:33:40) “From the Outside In” Topic: Barriers to True Endings Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Fearmonium, Luto & the 2023 Game Awards
12/13/2023
Fearmonium, Luto & the 2023 Game Awards
On this episode, Zack & Scott take a deep dive into The 2023 Game Awards. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (23:18) News (43:52) (PS5) (47:27) (PS5) (55:48) “From the Outside In” Topic: 2023 Game Awards Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Pinball M, Dave the Diver & Community Questions
12/06/2023
Pinball M, Dave the Diver & Community Questions
On this episode, Alyssa, Zack & Scott answer questions provided by the community. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (26:28) News (1:02:37) (Xbox) (1:13:24) (PC) (1:17:45) (Switch) (1:28:02) (Xbox) (1:37:12) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Super Mario RPG, Cookie Cutter & If We Ran the Game Awards
11/29/2023
Super Mario RPG, Cookie Cutter & If We Ran the Game Awards
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott share how they would run The Game Awards if they happened to be in charge. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (17:12) News (42:07) (Switch) (55:57) (SteamDeck) (1:04:18) (PS5) (1:16:46) (Switch) (1:24:48) “From the Outside In” Topic: If we Ran The Game Awards Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Lake: Seasons Greetings, Gods of the Twilight & Spoiler Etiquette
11/22/2023
Lake: Seasons Greetings, Gods of the Twilight & Spoiler Etiquette
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & CB discuss just how long it takes before it’s ok to talk about video games spoilers freely. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (9:45) News (50:08) (Xbox) (57:31) (Steam Deck) (1:15:56) Interview with Ashley Micks, co-founder of Volutian Design (1:48:47) “From the Outside In” Topic: Spoiler Etiquette Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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RoboCop: Rogue City, Astriba Revision & Puzzles in Games
11/15/2023
RoboCop: Rogue City, Astriba Revision & Puzzles in Games
On this episode, Zack, Alyssa & Scott talk about puzzles in their favorite video games as well as the puzzle genre itself. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (19:32) News (1:01:29) (Sean) (1:07:41) (Switch) (1:15:26) (Xbox) (1:22:26) “From the Outside In” Topic: Puzzles in Games Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Silent Hill: Ascension, Archetype Arcadia & Community Questions
11/08/2023
Silent Hill: Ascension, Archetype Arcadia & Community Questions
On this episode, Zack, CB, Alyssa & Scott celebrate answer video game related questions from the community, including Scott’s students. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (35:27) News (1:13:28) (Mobile) (1:26:16) (Switch) (1:35:46) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Alan Wake 2, Jusant & Celebrating Mario
11/01/2023
Alan Wake 2, Jusant & Celebrating Mario
On this episode, Scott, CB & Alyssa celebrate the Mario franchise by discussing why it’s flourished for as long as it has and what their favorite titles are. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (16:32) News (36:39) (Xbox) (49:22) (PS5) (58:58) “From the Outside In” Topic: Celebrating Mario Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Super Mario Wonder, Spider-Man 2 & Game Cons
10/25/2023
Super Mario Wonder, Spider-Man 2 & Game Cons
On this episode, Scott, Zack & Alyssa discuss video game conventions and the reasons why they attend them. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (26:53) News (58:25) (Switch) (1:09:12) (PS5) (1:25:08) (PC) (1:31:49) (Xbox) (1:37:26) (Xbox) (1:46:04) “From the Outside In” Topic: Video Game Cons Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Assassin’s Creed: Mirage, El Paso, Elsewhere & Obscure Must-Plays
10/11/2023
Assassin’s Creed: Mirage, El Paso, Elsewhere & Obscure Must-Plays
On this episode, Scott, Zack, Alyssa & CB share obscure games that they and the community believe everyone should play. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (24:34) News (1:05:54) (Xbox) (1:28:41) (PS5) (1:42:14) “From the Outside In” Topic: Obscure Must-Plays Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Project Blue, Mythforce & Community Questions
10/04/2023
Project Blue, Mythforce & Community Questions
On this episode, Scott & Alyssa answer video game related questions from the community. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (13:00) News (30:09) (Xbox) (35:50) (PS5) (50:55) “From the Outside In” Topic: Community Questions Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Party Animals, Stardander & Gaming Resurrections
09/27/2023
Party Animals, Stardander & Gaming Resurrections
On this episode, Scott, Zack, Alyssa & CB talk about what from our video game past needs to make a comeback. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (22:42) News (1:01:06) (Xbox) (1:12:27) (PC) (1:22:24) “From the Outside In” Topic: Gaming Resurrections Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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Bounty of One, WrestleQuest & Pets in Games
09/20/2023
Bounty of One, WrestleQuest & Pets in Games
On this episode, Scott and Zack discuss pets in video games, which just might include them sharing about their own real-life pets. Before that, they discuss the week’s news from the video game industry and the games they’ve been playing. On This Episode (21:32) News (1:11:24) (Steam Deck) (1:20:43) (Steam Deck) (1:32:12) “From the Outside In” Topic: Pets in Games Grab the episode now on , , , and more. If you love this episode and want other gaming content you can't get anywhere else, please support us on Also, don’t forget to check out our and our , where you can read all of our written content.
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