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The Backlog Files

The Backlog Files

By: Adam Taylor
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 On The Backlog Files, host Adam Taylor dives into retro classics, cult favorites, and indie standouts—stacking entries franchise by franchise, platform by platform. Every Tuesday at 9 AM EST, we rank, review, and recommit your next must‑play. From Game Boy gems to Switch surprises, Pokémon deep-dives to horror indies, Adam explores what made each game essential, or stray, and why it still matters today. Expect thoughtful takes, nostalgia, and plenty of “game snack” episodes under 20 minutes. New weekly. Always insightful. Occasionally unexpected.Adam Taylor Science Fiction
Episodes
  • 074: Replaying Final Fantasy (1987): Is the Original Still Worth It?

    074: Replaying Final Fantasy (1987): Is the Original Still Worth It?
    Jul 15 2025

    The crystals are calling! On this episode of The Backlog Files, we revisit the original Final Fantasy, the 8-bit classic that saved Square and sparked a global RPG phenomenon. From turn-based battles to dungeon crawling, we discuss what holds up, what doesn’t, and why this game still matters.

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    13 mins
  • 073: Indie Spotlight: Time Is Honey

    073: Indie Spotlight: Time Is Honey
    Jul 9 2025

    How does Time Is Honey keep players coming back for ‘just one more upgrade’? We explore its idle mechanics, progression loops, and bee-themed charm.

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    5 mins
  • 072: Nanomon - Virtual Pet

    072: Nanomon - Virtual Pet
    Jun 10 2025

    Adam discusses the upcoming background game Nanomon - Virtual Pet from Akupara Games.


    A code was provided at no cost for this game for review purposes.
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    16 mins
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