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Sacred Symbols+, Episode 390 | Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree Review Discussion and Spoilercast

Back in February 2022, FromSoftware shocked the world with Elden Ring. Debuting as one of the highest-rated games of all time, Elden Ring quickly became a worldwide phenomenon. For over two years, fans eagerly awaited new content for the title. All of the waiting finally paid off when Shadow of the Erdtree was released last month to similar critical acclaim. So naturally, I (Dustin) knew I needed to gather our FromSoftware enthusiasts to discuss it. Join Brad, Gene, and me as we break down th...

Sacred Symbols, Episode 314 | Bend, But Don't Break (Video)

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Sacred Symbols, Episode 314 | Bend, But Don't Break

Days Gone came to PlayStation 4 more than five years ago, and though it sold very well, a sequel hasn't been greenlit, and will almost certainly never be. So why are we still talking about it? Because the civil war that fractured Bend Studio after Days Gone's release has left a sour taste in some folks' mouths. Fair enough. But ultimately, we've all got to move on, and a public airing of grievances -- while personally satisfactory, no doubt -- solves very little. We discuss. Ot...

Defining Duke, Episode 183 | Wowed By Avowed (Video)

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Defining Duke, Episode 183 | Wowed By Avowed

It's finally a slow news week which means we get to settle into some stories that we'd typically breeze over! Leading the charge this week is Avowed which continues to sound amazing! With new details from director Carrie Patel, the Dukes settle into a discuss about character building, choice and consequence, and the oft-debated romance. Alongside that, rumors of Activision games arriving on Game Pass are starting to percolate to the top as the Transformers games have been relisted. At the sam...

Punching Up, Episode 31 | Nintendo’s Scalper Crackdown (Video)

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Punching Up, Episode 31 | Nintendo’s Scalper Crackdown

Just recently, Nintendo held its annual shareholder meeting with a full q and A with their stockholders. While the official translation of the meeting is not available yet, we’ve gotten of few interesting bits to look at that people have translated. Is Miyamoto taking care of himself as he gets older? What is Nintendo doing to prevent shortages of the next console? Also, there’s two fresh lawsuits Nintendo is filing against alleged pirates. Join us as we discuss!

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Summon Sign, Episode 27 | Live Service is a Killer (Video)

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Summon Sign, Episode 27 | Live Service is a Killer

This week Brad is joined by Colin and Micah and talk Ion Fury, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, and Dragon's Crown Pro.

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0:00:00 - Intro

0:34:13 - Ion Fury

0:55:58 - Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League

1:20:15 - Dragon's Crown Pro

1:49:18 - Sort It Out/Keep It Up

2:43:43 - Everybody’s Gone to the Rapture

3:06:31 - Crow Country

3:22:12 - Questions and Comments

3:29:30 - Final Fantasy 14 spoiler

3:30:45...

Constellation, Episode 78 | The Biden vs. Trump 2024 Presidential Debate: Reflections and More (Video)

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Constellation, Episode 78 | The Biden vs. Trump 2024 Presidential Debate: Reflections and More

Welcome to a special, one-topic-driven episode of Constellation, Last Stand Media's conversational podcast. This week, I (Colin) am joined by Punching Up co-host Gene Park, Sacred Symbols co-host Chris Ray Gun, and storied game designer David Jaffe, and we gather for a some-four-hour chat all about the first of two scheduled presidential debates for the 2024 election cycle between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. This is obviously an exclusively, deeply political conversation, so be warned before ...

Sacred Symbols+, Episode 389 | Dustin's June Mailbag (Video)

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Sacred Symbols+, Episode 389 | Dustin's June Mailbag

When we were talking about what we were going to do for Sacred+ this week, it dawned on me (Dustin) that I haven't done a mailbag all year. So here it is, and timely too, since I'll soon be stepping back for a bit on paternity leave. Discussion topics include: boardgames, gaming tattoos, rollercoasters, relationship advice, JRPG blindspots, and much more! Pleas enjoy.

Sacred Symbols, Episode 313 | I Ain't No Mathematician, But I Can Count (Video)

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Sacred Symbols, Episode 313 | I Ain't No Mathematician, But I Can Count

Good news emanates from South Korea, where developer Shift Up announced that PS5-exclusive release Stellar Blade has surpassed a million copies sold. To the rational thinking person, this is obviously a great accomplishment for a niche and provocative release on a single platform, and yet there are know-nothings debating its success. Thus, we correct the incorrect while also talking about Stellar Blade's future, including DLC, a PC port, and -- ultimately! -- a sequel. Other news this week in...

The Sacred Bets Results - Lockmort's Edit

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Defining Duke, Episode 182 | Matt Booty Opens Up On Bethesda Studio Closures... (Video)

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Defining Duke, Episode 182 | Matt Booty Opens Up On Bethesda Studio Closures...

In a relatively slow week, we're able to settle into a major interview conducted by Variety with the one and only, Matt Booty. Sitting as Xbox Game Content and Studios President, Matt Booty was a major factor behind Xbox's decision to shut down four Bethesda studios. In the brand's third attempt to answer the deeper reasoning behind these closures, we get a few more breadcrumbs that leave room for assumption on the matter. Alongside that, Booty speaks on the Xbox exclusive situation with rema...

TICKETS ON SALE NOW: Sacred Symbols vs. Defining Duke Live in San Diego!

Hello!

As promised just the other day, tickets are now on-sale for our live show in San Diego in September. For now, the tickets will only be available for LSM Patrons (at any level) in a limited 'pre-sale' environment.

Go here&...

Sacred Symbols+, Episode 388 | Destiny 2: The Final Shape Spoilercast and Review Discussion (Video)

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Sacred Symbols+, Episode 388 | Destiny 2: The Final Shape Spoilercast and Review Discussion

Destiny 2: The Final Shape is here! Join Chris and Cog as they discuss the latest expansion to Destiny 2.

Note: There has been a scheduling conflict with KnockBack, so please enjoy two episodes of Sacred Symbols+ this week.

Summon Sign, Episode 26 | The Order of the Erdtree (Video)

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Summon Sign, Episode 26 | The Order of the Erdtree

This week Cog and Micah join Brad and talk Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, The Order 1886, Destiny 2: The Final Shape and more!

Timestamps:

0:00:00 - Intro

0:25:01 - Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree

0:50:15 - The Order 1886

1:01:22 - The Order 1886 slight spoiler

1:01:52 - Spoiler ends

1:17:10 Destiny 2: The Final Shape

1:41:07 - Sort It Out and Keep It Up

2:06:48 - Metroid: Zero Mission

2:18:21 - Paper Mario: The Thousand Year D...

Ticket Sale Details: Sacred Symbols vs. Defining Duke Live in San Diego

Hello! It's me, Colin.

As announced in May as part of the reveal of Sacred 300's Celebration video, our next live show is in San Diego on September 6th. Many of you have been asking when tickets go on-sale for the event, and we finally have an answer.

If you're a Patron of Last Stand Media, you will have access to ticket sales this Wednesday, June 26th, at 1p ET. Every...

Constellation, Episode 77 | Indie Games, Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse, Downloadable Content, Gardening (Video)

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Constellation, Episode 77 | Indie Games, Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse, Downloadable Content, Gardening

It's time for more Constellation, Last Stand Media's conversational podcast. This week, I (Colin) am joined by Defining Duke's Lord Cognito, Summon Sign's Brad Ellis, and Lockmort's Edit's... Lockmort. We have a very nerdy episode in store for you. I start things off by talking about my love of plants, flowers, and gardening. My hobby has blossomed (pardon the pun) into a larger part of my life recently. Is anyone else nurturing a green thumb? Cog wants to dive into the realm of indie ga...

Sacred Symbols + Destiny 2 Thread

Hey, all! Chris here! I’ll be hosting a Sacred Symbols Plus episode with COG all about Destiny and The Final Shape. I want to get some of your inquiries in to help guide the show. A rundown of a game in its 10th year is bound to go off the rails. Be our tracks!

So! If you’re a lapsed player, a hardcore raider, or just a passive observer; gimme them questions!

All prior write-in rules apply. Brevity be praised. Write well.

See you starside.

Summon Sign Episode 26 Thread

Greetings everyone,

This week Micah and Cog will be my guests.

Games on the docket include:

Brad - Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Metroid: Zero Mission
Micah - The Order 1886, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door
Cog - Destiny 2: The Final Shape

Taking fun warm-up questions, Sort it Out, and Keep it Up as always. Feel free to post your thoughts, ideas, and comments below

Please keep your write-ins, well written and brief.  2024-06-22 22:02:16 +0000 UTC View Post

Sacred Symbols, Episode 312 | Draggin' Quest

Nintendo and Microsoft both had rock-solid presentations during this faux-E3 time of year, and it has some PlayStation fans on their back foot. Why does it seem like Sony is dragging its feet when its competitors are going full steam ahead? Isn't there anything to say? And while many (including some of us on this show) make the argument that its lack of communication doesn't particularly matter in the long run -- PlayStation 5 is doing great as-is -- the consternation is nonetheless...

Sacred Symbols, Episode 312 | Draggin' Quest (Video)

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