Episodes

Saturday Feb 01, 2025
Shogun - OiO Episode 81
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
Ghost of Tsushima p1 - OiO Game Club
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
Board Games 101 - OiO Episode 80
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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Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music.

Saturday Dec 21, 2024
Final Fantasy XIV - OiO Game Club
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!

Sunday Dec 01, 2024
2010-2015 Video Game Movies - OiO Episode 79
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
Sunday Dec 01, 2024
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.
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Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred Expansion - - OiO Game Club
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
Wednesday Nov 20, 2024
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!

Friday Nov 01, 2024
Baldur's Gate 3 - OiO Episode 78
Friday Nov 01, 2024
Friday Nov 01, 2024
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.
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Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Yakuza 0 Part 2 - OiO Game Club
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
Wednesday Oct 23, 2024
In this episode of OiO Game Club, we wrap up our discussion of Yakuza 0 by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio. We discuss:
- How combat evolved from our first discussion
- The weight of two primary mini-games: Real Estate King and Cabaret Club Thingy
- Our favorite side content overall
- Our favorite characters and overall impressions of the story
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 Oct 01, 2024
Darkest Dungeon II and Board Game - OiO Episode 77
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
Tuesday Oct 01, 2024
In this episode, we discuss Darkest Dungeon. We break down the PC game Darkest Dungeon II by Red Hook Studios and the board game Darkest Dungeon by Mythic Games.
- 11:48 - Darkest Dungeon II
- 1:24:38 - Tom Awesome's Top 5 Dungeon Crawling Games
- 1:43:51 - Darkest Dungeon Board Game
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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Friday Sep 20, 2024
Yakuza 0 Part 1 - OiO Game Club
Friday Sep 20, 2024
Friday Sep 20, 2024
In this episode of OiO Game Club, we have a spoiler-free discussion of the early parts of Yakuza 0 by Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio. We discuss:
- What this game is
- Early highlights of the combat system
- First impressions of the story
- Side content highlights
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!