Has Resident Evil lost it's way?
After beating Resident Evil Village 4 times, it's time to discuss the game. Adam is out on vacation (aka avoids spooky games like vegetables) so Christian content creator, ReformedJedi, joins Logan on this episode to discuss the latest in the Resident Evil franchise. The game is a wild ride but it begs the question: has Village taken the RE series past the point of no return? We also discuss if the game is too violent, if there's any redemptive themes, and some of the problems the game presents.
Housekeeping (3:36)
What Have You Been Playing (4:21)
Jedi and Logan share what makes Returnal good and bad. Logan also shares if Biomutant is worth picking up.
What Have You Been Reading (14:41)
Jedi digs back in to the Symphony of Scripture: Making Sense of the Bible's Many Themes (after a few year hiatus from putting the book down). Logan gets in to Hebrews 13:7-9 as students graduate in his youth group and encourages them to remember their leaders.
Topic (21:37)
Resident Evil blazed a new trail in Resident Evil 7. Village continues this trend but also hits a few bumps in the road. Is Resident Evil Village one of the best in the series or does it flounder and stumble? Jedi and Logan also discuss if there are any redemptive uses of horror in entertainment. As always, there is a spoiler-free section of the topic and there is ample warnings before diving in to spoilers. Spoiler discussion begins at 32:53.
Reco's! (1:09:49)
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In a surprise turn of events, we managed to get Adam Hill (co-creator of Godspeed) on the show to discuss the behind-the-scenes of tabletop game creation. We also discuss his latest game, publishing company, and what makes tabletop games perfect for outreach.
Housekeeping (6:20)
What Have You Been Playing (7:40)
Adam teaches his son valuable life lessons in Mortal Kombat. Adam lives, dies, and repeats in Returnal. Logan braves the horrors of Resident Evil Village... 4 times.
What Have You Been Reading (35:30)
The guys discuss passages like Mark 9:14-27, Galatians 6:9-10, and Replanting.
Topic (53:00)
Adam Hill is a pastor but he is also a board game designer. Surprisingly enough, board games can be an effective tool for fostering community and reaching people where they're at. Listen in as Adam shares insights on how board games are designed, what he learned from Godspeed, his new game, and ministry.
Patron Thank You's! (1:38:28)
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Recos! (1:39:53)
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Hot Summer Hype Nuggets, Batman!
Summer is quickly approaching as is E3. COVID forced cancellations and others to go online last year. How will that affect this summer? Join us as we discuss (and possibly prophesy) what will happen this summer in the gaming world.
Housekeeping (3:29)
What Have We Been Playing (4:59)
What Have We Been Reading (25:11)
Topic (39:13)
Reco's (1:17:12)
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It's About Time
The time has finally come for us to discuss one of the greatest JRPGs of all time: Chrono Trigger. Time also saw fit for us to bring Matt Millsap back onto the podcast to help us discuss this timeless classic. Okay, puns aside, we had a great time discussing this classic from the SNES era.
Housekeeping (2:42)
What Have We Been Playing (3:36)
Matt revisits Hyrule in Age of Calamity and grinds for loot in Destiny 2. Adam returns to one of the greatest JRPGs on the Nintendo Switch: Xenoblade Chronicles. Logan continues killing monsters and turning them into hats and boots in Monster Hunter Rise.
What Have We Been Reading (19:10)
Matt discusses Paul David Tripp's "Age of Opportunity". Adam digs into Replanted on the topic of adoption. Logan gets wise in Proverbs.
Topic (31:26)
If you were to ask someone what are the best JRPGs, Chrono Trigger is bound to come up. Published by Square in 1995 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, Chrono Trigger landed in the gaming world to critical acclaim, securing itself as a pinnacle of gaming. But what is it about Chrono Trigger that makes it one of the greatest games of all time? That’s what we’ll discuss in this episode.
Patron Thank You's! (1:24:15)
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Recos! (1:25:58)
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Distilling The Gospel Into 5 Points
With Easter fresh on our minds, join Adam and Logan as they break down what "the Gospel" is all about, why it's important, and how to share it with others.
Housekeeping (1:55)
What Have We Been Playing (3:06)
The guys talk about their time with Demon's Souls and Adam explains why he quit the game. Adam also joins the Avengers and Logan breaks down talking about Bravely Default 2.
What Have We Been Reading (27:46)
Adam takes us to church in reminding us about the garden and the cross in Mark 13-15. Logan encourages us to have a defense ready for the faith we have hope in from 1 Peter 3:13-17.
Topic (38:08)
What is "the Gospel"? Join Adam and Logan break down the cornerstone of the Christian faith.
Reco's! (1:21:15)
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The Story Are The Ones We Create
Monster Hunter Rise will soon be here (or already is here depending on when you're listening). This has many wondering, "What makes Monster Hunter so great". Logan brings on resident Monster Hunter aficionado, Zach (admin of the TRG Facebook group), to discuss the Monster Hunter series, what makes it great, the best ones to start with.
Housekeeping (4:27)
What Have We Been Playing (6:09)
Zach secures a PS5 and gets caught up on some of PS4's greatest titles such as Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Persona 5. Logan faces his fears and gets good in Dark Souls 3.
What Have We Been Reading (26:53)
Zach finishes up his seminary career by studying Isaiah 9:2-7. Logan studies the current cultural topic of transgenderism and reads the book Amazon delisted, When Harry Becomes Sally.
Topic (35:39)
Monster Hunter has been around for decades but it wasn't until Monster Hunter World that the mainstream consciousness became aware of the series. As many Switch owners anticipate the release of Monster Hunter Rise, we break down the series' history, why it's great, and share tips for those jumping in for the first time.
Patron Thank You's (1:26:28)
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Reco's! (1:27:48)
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Wait. Is This Even Possible?
With Logan taking a short break from the podcast, Adam and Skinner hop on the mic to discuss what it's like to be a parent and still play video games.
Housekeeping (1:57)
What Have We Been Playing (4:49)
What Have We Been Reading (17:01)
Topic (29:47)
Gaming while parenting can be a difficult thing. Adam and Skinner their advice, as well as tips from the TRG community.
Recos! (1:21:56)
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Seeing Gaming Through A New Lens
As art changes and adapts over the years, new ways of doing traditional art adapts to new mediums. With the rise of photo modes in video games, we now have a new form of photography: gametography. If you have never heard of this phenomenon, then this is an episode you do not want to miss out on!
Housekeeping (3:54)
What Have We Been Playing (7:15)
Micah dives deeper into the Oldest House in Control: Ultimate Edition. Adam catches us up on all the games he's played while away. Logan tests his ninja skills in Cyber Shadow.
What Have We Been Reading (24:38)
Micah catches us up on Gentle & Lowly. Adam discusses walking his growth group through Adopted for Life. Logan smashes idols in We Become What We Worship.
Topic (33:30)
More and more games are implementing Photo Modes. Is this a good thing? Join the crew as they discuss how they got into photo modes, if they think they are a fad, and how they're being implemented well and not so well.
Check out these gametographers online:
Patron Thank Yous! (1:10:37)
Huge thank you to our patrons who ensure we can keep recording: Alex Castellanos, Andre Swann, Ashley Kronenbitter, Christopher Commander, Darryl Tavares, David B, David Henderson, Derek Smith, Jake Walker, James Barker, Jeffrey Jackson, Jimmy Changa, JoAnne Monroe, Josh Broccolo, Kaleb, Kokorodaki, Mark Fromme, Matt Edwards, Matthew “White Chocolate” McDougal, Matt Millsap, Melvin Benson V, Micah Hendrick, Michael Toller, MrButts, Nate McKeever, Pastor Shea, Retro Rewind Podcast, Ryan1701e, Sam White, Samuel Colunga, Third Strongest Mole, WeathermanKeef, Wesley Rea, Xaviel Medina
Recos! (1:13:16)
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Five Words: Master Chief Collection on Switch
As we head in to 2021, all eyes are on the big 3 of the gaming world. Just what is Xbox planning? Will we see God of War: Raganarok this year? Is this the year that Nintendo finally brings Metroid Prime Trilogy to the Nintendo Switch? We're not sure but we'll guess away anyway!
Housekeeping (2:09)
What Have We Been Playing (3:57)
Micah dives back in to the Oldest House in Control: Ultimate Edition on PS5. Turns out, it is quite the upgrade. Logan institutes the Dark Souls hour and waxes eloquent about how great the games are. He also beat Resident Evil 7 in an afternoon.
What Have We Been Reading (22:04)
Adam speaks through Micah and discusses Dane Ortlund's "Gentle & Lowly". Specifically how God is pleased to help us. Logan discusses a reading from Tim Keller's "Counterfeit Gods" that details how idols bring destruction.
Topic (30:10)
We may not have the gift of prophecy but we are observant. Micah and Logan share their predictions of the things that Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo will do (or don't do) in 2021. Sorry, Halo: Infinite.
Reco's (1:11:34)
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Witness The Beginning and Survive
Revelation Games just revealed their upcoming game, Eden Remains: Arrival. We brought the head of the studio, Jeff Simmons, on to discuss the game, working in game development, and why Christians need to engage entertainment.
Housekeeping (2:41)
What Have We Been Playing (5:10)
Jeff takes off to space in Elite Dangerous to hunt bounties. Logan takes on Dark Souls Remastered and comes out a stronger man than before.
What Have We Been Reading (15:16)
Jeff discusses starting his study on the trichotomy of mind, soul, spirit and Logan smashes some idols with G.K. Beale.
Topic (21:25)
Eden Remains: Arrival aims to tell you a Genesis-style story with a sci-fi backdrop as you survive on a barren planet. Jeff gives all the details on what players can expect from their upcoming game. We also got into a discussion about Christian content and why Christians cannot afford to ignore engaging, and influencing, the entertainment world.
Patron Thank You's (1:05:04)
Shout-out to our Deer Patrons for their continued support and encouragement: Alex Castellanos, Andre Swann, Ashley Kronenbitter, Christopher Commander, Collin Gregory, Darryl Tavares, David B, David Henderson, Derek Smith, Isaac Stultz, Jake Walker, James Barker, Jeffrey Jackson, Jimmy Changa, JoAnne Monroe, Josh Broccolo, Kaleb, Kokorodaki, Mark Fromme, Matt Edwards, Matthew “White Chocolate” McDougal, Matt Millsap, Melvin Benson V, Micah Hendrick, Michael Toller, Nate McKeever, Pastor Shea, Retro Rewind Podcast, Sam White, Samuel Colunga, Third Strongest Mole, WeathermanKeef, Wesley Rea, Xaviel Medina
Recos! (1:06:30)
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It's Time To See Which Games Walk Away With Awards
We've played a lot of games in 2020. Some were amazing, others were outright bad. Join Adam and Logan as they hand out awards such as the Comfort Food award, Broken Controller, Game of Shame, and the coveted Golden Deer is awarded to our personal picks for Game of the Year. We also share which game received the Game of the Deer award as voted on by our community in the Facebook group.
Housekeeping (4:48)
What Have We Been Playing (8:25)
The guys tell all about Cyberpunk 2077 and why they both abandoned the game. Logan shares about the awkward sex talk as shown in the game, Haven. Adam finishes up Ori & the Blind Forest to begin Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Immortals Fenyx Rising.
What Have We Been Reading (33:14)
Adam discusses the book "Gentle and Lowly" by Dane Ortlund. Logan finds reassurance and peace in the book of Judges.
Topic (41:58)
Our opinion on Game of the Year is the only that really matters, let's be honest. The guys hand out various rewards such as Comfort Food, Owen Wilson, Game of Shame, Broken Controller, Backseat Gamer, Backlog, and the coveted Golden Deer to the GOTY picks.
To jump straight to the GOTY deliberation discussion, check out timestamp 1:11:38.
Reco's (1:30:42)
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Representation, Sacrifice, and Protecting One's Home
With Peter Parker out of town for a few weeks, it is up to Miles Morales to don the Spider-Man suit and protect New York. Miles soon learns that there's a lot more to being Spider-Man. Will he able to save his friendships and keep the peace in New York?
Housekeeping (5:20)
What Have We Been Playing (9:38)
Adam deep dives into the Xbox ecosystem. He shares thoughts on The Last Campfire, takes on his first Ori & the Blind Forest game. Logan gives an update to his thoughts on Destiny 2, including the new raid. Both of the guys also discuss their first few hours in Night City and have some interesting takeaways from CD Projekt Red's latest: Cyberpunk 2077.
What Have We Been Reading (25:21)
Adam dives into a new book from Voddie Baucham Jr.'s daughter, Mother to Son. Logan shares from the last few weeks of teaching his students through 1 Timothy 4:12 and how young Christians should be raising the bar.
Topic - Spider-Man: Miles Morales Spoiler Free Review (36:45)
If you are new to the show, how we handle our spoilercasts are we give our spoiler-free impressions and review up front. We will give amply warning before going in to spoiler territory so if you are playing the game and don't want anything spoiled, that's your opportunity to pause the show and come back after you have finished.
Spoiler Talk (53:28)
The conversation touches on several topics such as revenge, representation in games, the character of Spider-Man, and the Gospel.
Patron Thank You's (1:32:32)
Shout-out to our Deer Patrons for their continued support and encouragement: Alex Castellanos, Andre Swann, Ashley Kronenbitter, Caleb Schmidt, Christopher Commander, Collin Gregory, Darryl Tavares, David B, Derek Smith, Isaac Stultz, Jake Walker, James Barker, Jeffrey Jackson, JoAnne Monroe, Josh Broccolo, Kaleb, Kokorodaki, Mark Fromme, Matt Edwards, Matthew “White Chocolate” McDougal, Matt Millsap, Melvin Benson V, Micah Hendrick, Michael Toller, Nate McKeever, Retro Rewind Podcast, Sam White, Third Strongest Mole, WeathermanKeef, Wesley Rea, Xaviel Medina
Reco's (1:34:04)
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From all of us here at TRG, have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Be a Deer, keep it locked here, we will see you next year!
Some Games Are Not Even Worth the Discount Price
There are a lot of games on discount for Black Friday. But not all games are worth it, even at the discounted price. Join Adam and Logan as they give you the deals you can't miss, the deals to wait on, and the deals to help with those gift cards burning a hole in your wallet.
DON'T FORGET: we are running a Black Friday sale on our merch shop this Friday! It's guaranteed to be a better experience than you trying to get a PS5 from Wal-Mart's website.
Housekeeping (9:07)
What Have We Been Playing (11:45)
Adam gets into his time with the PS5, the mind-blowing new DualSense controller, Spider-Man: Miles Morales and more. Logan begins speaking in tongues trying to describe Destiny 2: Beyond Light and gets his name blocked in Call of Duty by Activision.
What Have We Been Reading (28:12)
The guys get into Proverbs 8 and Colossians 3, discussing the importance of getting into God's Word and being thankful.
Topic (40:32)
TRG is here to help you save money. Below are the timestamps for the various deals we discuss:
To check out the spreadsheet the guys discussed in the episode, visit this link here.
Patron Thank You's! (1:17:45)
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Reco's! (1:19:24)
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How To Find Yours and What to Expect
Do you know what God's calling on your life is? Join Adam and Logan as they share their calls to ministry, what they've learned, and how God has sustained them through the entire journey.
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Housekeeping (3:03)
What Have We Been Playing (9:25)
Adam discusses the way of the samurai in Ghost of Tsushima: Legends multiplayer. Logan discusses his return trip to Rapture in Bioshock 2 and gushes over Pokemon Shield's latest DLC, Crown of Tundra.
What Have We Been Reading (21:46)
Adam discusses some new encouragement from Ruth and John. Logan rediscovers apologetics and shares from William Lane Craig's, "On Guard".
Topic (33:09)
God's calling on one's life can be difficult to discern. Listen in on how the guy's came to faith in Christ and later followed God's call to ministry. The guy's share some practical tips on how to discern your call while also giving encouragement for those pursuing God's call on their own lives.
Reco's (1:23:08)
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The Ugly Reality of War
Adam and Micah hop on the mic in this episode to discuss Sucker Punch's latest game, Ghost of Tsushima! As always with our spoilercasts, you can listen in on this episode until you are given the spoiler warning. At that point, you may choose to continue listening or hit pause so you do not spoil the game for yourself.
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Housekeeping (1:54)
What Have We Been Playing (6:02)
Adam is triple-jumping his way through the Super Mario 3D All Stars Collection with no fatigue in sight! Micah and Adam also discuss how Fall Guys has changed since launch and the new things added in Season 2.
What Have We Been Reading (24:49)
Thanks to fellow contributor, Wesley, Micah has gotten into Power Rangers comics. Adam discusses some new things he has learned from reading through the book of Ruth again. Did you know this one thing about Boaz?
Topic - Ghost of Tsushima (36:46)
Ghost of Tsushima is easily one of the best games of 2020. Find out why during this section of the show. As always, the guys will give adequate spoiler warnings to help you out.
Patron Thank You's! (1:19:19)
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Reco's! (1:31:00)
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Where We're Going, We Don't Need Discs
We around a month away from the next generation of console gaming! Join us as we break down everything we know about these consoles, what has us excited, and our plans going forward.
Housekeeping (4:07)
What Have You Been Playing (8:24)
The guys hop into Super Mario 3D All Stars to discuss everything they like about the games to everything they hate. Adam also vents in Among Us and Logan obtains his final Platinum of 2020.
What Have You Been Reading (29:26)
Adam discusses loving your community. Logan digs in to Philippians.
Topic (36:37)
Is there that big of a difference between the Xbox Series X and PS5? What is there to play at launch on these systems? Is the Xbox Series X really that hot? Join the guys as they break down everything we know about these new consoles and help you decide on which one to pick up.
Reco's (1:28:17)
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Share This With Someone At Chick-Fil-A
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Finishing up our Best Of series, Logan is joined by one of the admins of the TRG Facebook group, Steven, and his daughter. Together, they rank their Top 10 Best Games of the Xbox One. It turns out that Xbox One does, indeed, have great an impressive roster of games to check out. And most of them are on GamePass. We also share if we managed to preorder one of the new consoles.
Housekeeping (6:01)
What Have We Been Playing (8:46)
Steven talks about the new Battletoads (available on GamePass) and spending quality time in Apex Legends with his daughter. Logan terrorizes space colonies in Outer Worlds. He also gets very honest about Super Mario 64's lack of polish.
What Have We Been Reading (18:28)
Steven and his daughter discuss what they've been reading in family worship. Logan shares part of his message to students from Philippians 4:6 on anxiety and prayer.
Topic (24:19)
Perhaps you're new to the Xbox ecosystem and are looking for something to play. Maybe you're curious if you've missed something. This episode, we give our definitive Top 10 Best Of games on the Xbox One.
Patron Thank You's! (1:31:12)
As always, we are grateful for our Deer Patrons who support us on Patreon every month. Without them, our controllers would not stay charged, and Logan would cease to obtain Platinum trophies.
Reco's! (1:33:13)
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The Must Play Games of the PS4 Era
As we begin getting ready for the next generation of gaming, join us as we revisit some of our favorite games of the PS4 era.
Housekeeping (4:36)
What Have We Been Playing (7:27)
Adam and Logan gush over Ghost of Tsushima's story. Adam also dives into "A Short Hike", a charming and relaxing indie title. Logan gains a new Platinum, breaks down why Destroy All Humans is perfect for 2020, and briefly goes over Manifold Garden.
What Have We Been Reading (18:32)
Adam discusses the surreal and relevant writings of C.S. Lewis' "The Screwtape Letters". Logan finished "If God, Why Evil?" by Norman Geisler and learned Norman Geisler is staunchly anti-Calvinist.
Topic (26:08)
With the PS5 on the horizon, and considering the new PS4 owners in the community, we take the time to rank our Top 10 "Best Of" games on the PS4. Let us know what yours are on our social media platforms!
Reco's! (1:21:39)
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How do you determine right from wrong when the lines get blurry?
We are discussing one of 2020's most polarizing titles: The Last of Us Part 2. Matt Millsap of Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary joins us to help break down the game's themes from a Biblical worldview. If you have not played the game, and don't want spoilers, finish the game first before listening. For everyone else, dive right in.
Housekeeping
What Have We Been Playing
Matt and Adam both discuss the latest Sony exclusive: Ghost of Tsushima and have a lot of good to say. Fall Guys comes up and Logan discusses what it's like diving back into Destiny 2.
What Have We Been Reading
Matt discusses Patrick Schreiner's new book, "The Ascension of Christ". Adam digs into "Abide in Christ" by Andrew Murray as he gets ready to preach. Logan gives thoughts on "If God, Why Evil?" by Norman Geisler.
Topic - The Last of Us Part 2
Normally, you could listen to the first part of this section and be okay. But since Logan forgot what is and isn't a spoiler, it's best to avoid this section entirely if you do not want the game spoiled. Don't worry, Deer Ear Protective Services will give you a heads up on when to press pause.
Patron Thank You's
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Reco's!
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Xbox's New Offerings and a Glimpse at Their Future
Xbox recently unveiled an eclectic showing of games coming to Xbox Series X, including the hotly anticipated: Halo: Infinite! Join us this week as we discuss the showcase as well as break down Xbox's strategy for the next generation.
Housekeeping (4:19)
What Have We Been Playing (7:55)
Adam meditates in a hot spring about his thoughts on Ghost of Tsushima. Logan finally gets good in Dark Souls Remastered and hordes all the loot in Destiny 2.
What Have We Been Reading (20:05)
Adam discusses his time with a new commentary on Colossians by Warren Wiersbe. He also discusses "I Am Still Here" by Austin Channing Brown, an autobiography from a black woman's perspective growing up. Logan discusses his time going through the book of Psalms, specifically Psalms 1 about the importance of being rooted in the Bible.
Topic (30:20)
The time of next gen is drawing closer and closer! Recently, Xbox showcased a variety of games that are coming to their new Xbox platform, as well as Game Pass! We break down some of the highlights and serve up some spicy-hot takes regarding Xbox's ambitious new strategy. Plus, Logan gushes over Halo: Infinite because OH MY LANTA! A GRAPPLE HOOK?!?! LETS GOOO!!
Reco's! (1:14:42)
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The Life and Lessons of Christian Content Creation
Get your boogie shoes on and join us as we sit down with Christian streamer and content creator, Shadeless! Shadeless has been streaming on Twitch over the last couple of years and has learned a lot. If you're looking to get into streaming, or learn more about Shadeless, this is the episode for you!
Housekeeping (3:24)
What Have We Been Playing (5:16)
Shadeless kicks things off with getting into Rocket League and potentially coming to the PS4 side of controllers. Adam discusses his time with The Last of Us Part 2 (spoiler-free). Logan gushes about Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition and adds another Platinum to his collection.
What Have We Been Reading (15:29)
Shadeless brings in something that is working on him from Life As A Vapor by John Piper. Adam gets into Measure of A Man by Gene Getz. Logan shares from Habakkuk 3:17-19 about God's goodness.
Topic (27:00)
In an ongoing effort to give the Deer Listeners what they want, we have brought on another Christian streamer! Shadeless shares about some of the lessons he learned from getting into streaming, reformed theology, undergoing a rebranding, and encourages other Christians looking to get into content creation.
You can follow Shadeless on: Twitch / Twitter / YouTube
Patron Thank You's! (1:02:46)
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Reco's! (1:04:22)
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Hello, Deer Listener!
2020 is been a big year for the podcast. We have seen God add a lot of new Deer Listeners. But what exactly is this show about? Join us as we break down the meaning behind the show's name, how we go about picking games to play based on our convictions, and more.
Housekeeping (4:04)
What Have We Been Playing (9:18)
Adam dives deep into the world of The Last of Us Part 2 and has some war stories. Logan gushes over Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition. Like, seriously gushes.
What Have We Been Reading (26:53)
Adam takes us to church out of Isaiah 59. Logan talks about Ephesians 2's powerful reminder of who we are in Christ.
Topic (35:05)
Who are The Reformed Gamers? What does that "Reformed" word mean? How can a Christian enjoy video games? All those answered and more as we break down who we are.
Reco's! (72:17)
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Disgustingly Beautiful Metal
DOOM Eternal is one of the best FPS games to have been released and may potentially be GOTY for 2020. PastorDoostyn joins the show to break down how this game fits in with the series, the changes made in this game, and we discuss some of the themes presented in the game.
Housekeeping
What Have We Been Playing (6:25)
PastorDoostyn discusses some of the new DOOM WADs he's playing in an attempt to curb gushing about Pokemon. Logan discusses his time as a pirate in Sea of Thieves.
What Have We Been Reading (15:40)
PastorDoostyn shares about Dr. Marshall Winsor's book "LEARN Evangelism". Logan talks about sharing his favorite verse from 1 John with other students.
Topic (28:01)
Hell has invaded Earth. It is now up to the Doom Slayer to send the demons back. A strong contender for GOTY 2020, DOOM Eternal is one of the most frenetic and action-packed games ever made. Let’s discuss the game, how it fits into the franchise, some themes, our favorite moments and weapons, and more.
Patron Thank You's (1:28:15)
Huge shout-out to our Deer Patrons that keep the lights on: Alex Castellanos, Andre Swann, Andrew Steedman, Ashley Kronenbitter, Caleb Schmidt, Christopher Commander, Collin Gregory, David Matthews, Derek Smith, Feelin’ Film, Jake Walker, James Barker, Jesse Penu, Josh Broccolo, Kokorodaki, Mark Fromme, Matthew “White Chocolate” McDougal, Melvin Benson V, Micah Hendrick, Michael Toller, Nate McKeever, Retro Rewind Podcast, Sam White, Samuel Colunga, WeathermanKeef, Wesley Rea
Reco's (1:29:15)
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In a rare twist of events, Logan and Adam were able to not only watch a console reveal together, but they got Micah to come on and go over the games shown. The guys also discuss their favorite take-away moments and give their initial thoughts on the look of the PS5.
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