PodcastOutside is Overrated

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we start our discussion of Armored Core VI by From Software. We discuss:  What is Armored Core Build Tips for Noobs Spoiler-free thoughts on the story so far How it stacks up against other From Software titles OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health presents Outside is Overrated. 

In this Mech-themed episode, we discuss the animated film Macross: Do You Remember Love, which released in 1984. Episode guide: 5:50 - What is Macrosse: Do You Remember Love 13:25 - Why Are Mechs Interesting? 21:17 - What Stands Out 38:45 - Dual Directors 47:45 - Does this Film Hold Up in 2025? 54:52 - Recommendations for Other Mech Media Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health.  Please support OiO on Patreon for as little as $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook or email the show. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. 

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Ghost of Tsushima. We discuss:  Final thoughts on combat Best side content Super spoilery story content OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health presents Outside is Overrated. 

In this episode, we discuss the original FX series Shogun, which is based on the novel by James Clavell. We avoid spoilers until the final segment and give a clear warning. Episode guide: 11:41 - What is Shogun 19:19 - What Surprised Us About the Portrayal of Japanese Culture 32:07 - The Cast and Characters 57:38 - Standout Elements of the Show 1:04:53 - Recommendations for other Samurai Media 1:35:30 - Shogun's Narrative 2:08:22 - Spoiler Discussion Thank you for listening! Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health.  Please support OiO on Patreon for as little as $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook or email the show. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. 

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Ghost of Tsushima. We discuss:  Act I story (spoiler-free) Combat Progression systems Side content We'll wrap up the discussion with our complete thoughts in February 2025.  OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health presents Outside is Overrated. 

In this episode, we break down the basics of board games. We discuss how themes and mechanics make up different experiences, and give tons of recommendations to help you get into the hobby.  12:07 - What is a Board Game? Understanding Themes and Mechanics 15:05 - Board Game Recommendations for Every Setting 1:56:23 - Tom Awesome's Top Five Board Game Mechanics to Know 2:11:26 - How to Get Into Board Gaming Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health. Thank you for listening! Please support OiO on Patreon. Contributions start at $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook or email the show. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. 

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we discuss Final Fantasy XIV. We discuss the MMO's ties to the Final Fantasy IP, the job system and our favorite ways to level up and pass the time.  OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health presents Outside is Overrated. 

In this annual episode, we break down video game movies. We discuss four films from 2010-2015 and add them to the definitive listing of video game movies.  17:48 - Prince of Persia Sands of Time 43:33 - 2024 Thank You's 47:52 - Tron: Legacy 1:15:35 - Need for Speed 1:37:22 - Dead Rising: Watchtower 1:59:30 - The Definitive Ranking of Video Game Movies Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health. Thank you for listening! Please support OiO on Patreon. Contributions start at $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook or email the show. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. 

In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion the Vessel of Hatred Expansion and Season of Hatred content for Diablo IV by Blizzard Entertainment. We discuss: What’s new with the expansion - Vessel of Hatred What’s new with the Season of Hatred OiO Game Club is a standalone segment of the Outside is Overrated podcast. We play and discuss a different game with the OiO community each month. Our Patreon supporters are invited to join the discussion! Premier Health presents Outside is Overrated. 

In this episode, we discuss Baldur's Gate 3 by Larian Studios. We break down the character, combat and story of the epic fantasy RPG.  22:15 - Character Creation and Playable Characters 57:15 - Combat and Encounters 1:55:20 - Tom Awesome's Top 5 - Similarities and Differences from D&D 2:20:15 - Story Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health. Thank you for listening! Please support OiO on Patreon. Contributions start at $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on Facebook or email the show. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.