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Thursday May 01, 2025
Thursday May 01, 2025
In our annual director show, we break down the works of director Doug Liman. We discuss three films: Swingers, Fair Game and Road House as well as his signature style.
Episode guide:
- 13:12 - Swingers
- 36:21 - Fair Game
- 56:23 - Road House
- 1:14:39 - Liman's Signature Style
- 1:31:51 - The Must-Watch Films in Liman's Catalog
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Thursday Apr 17, 2025
Thursday Apr 17, 2025
In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Armored Core VI by From Software. We discuss:
- What is Armored Core VI
- Complete Thoughts on the Story - SPOILERS
- Our favorite Builds/Moments/Bosses
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!
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Continuing our mech-themed content, we discuss the video game Scythe: Digital Edition in this episode. Knights of Unity created the game, launching it in 2018.
Episode guide:
- 5:01 - What is Scythe: Digital Edition?
- 8:25 - How Mechs Affect the Aesthetics and Strategy?
- 14:10 - How Mechs Impact Combat
- 26:41 - The Speed of Scythe: Digital Edition
- 31:19 - How Faction's Mech Abilities Impact the Game
- 45:13 - How Does Scythe: Digital Edition Compare to the OG?
- 55:40 - Does the Digital Edition Make Mech-Based Combat Easier or More Intimidating?
- 1:03:23 - Are Digital Board Games a Reasonable Facsimile of the Intended Experience?
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Sunday Mar 16, 2025
Sunday Mar 16, 2025
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!
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
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
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Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
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!
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Saturday Feb 01, 2025
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
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Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
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!
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
Wednesday Jan 01, 2025
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.
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Saturday Dec 21, 2024
Saturday Dec 21, 2024
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!