Two know-nothings with too many old, unplayed videogames. Each episode we set each other gaming 'homework' in an attempt to slowly work through our piles of shame.
In which your hosts mark the release of Saros by playing Housemarque's previous PS5 game, Returnal. Is it a certified five bagger? You better believe it is.After that, they round up a spiritual successor to the CD-i Zelda games, an audio-based mystery puzzle game with Her Story vibes, and an oft overlooked gem from the PSP days. Finger on the pulse as ever, us.Games discussed:
Returnal
Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore
TR-49
God of War: Ghost of Sparta
Watch Tom stream games at www.twitch.tv/playingcatchupGet in touch with the show via BlueskyIntro / outro music by Princess StephenArtwork by BigShimmeryWall
16 Jan 2026
58: Properly, Properly Odd
In which your hosts check out some more short games on the PlayStation Plus service because Paul's gone and snagged himself another trial.Games discussed:
The Exit 8 by Kotake Create
Indika by Odd Meter
Somerville by Jumpship
Check out our Twitch channel at www.twitch.tv/playingcatchupGet in touch with the show via BlueskyIntro / outro music by Princess StephenArtwork by BigShimmeryWall
8 Jan 2026
57: Most Anticipated Games of 2026
In which Paul and Tom rummage through the games likely to make it to their grubby little mitts in the coming year.They select three each that they're particularly looking forward to, before making a mockery of the format and namechecking a bunch more at the end.Games discussed in the main section:
Earth Must Die by Size Five Games
Mina the Hollower by Yacht Club Games
The Incident at Galley House by William Rous & Evil Trout Inc.
Romeo Is A Dead Man by Grasshopper Manufacture
Saros by Housemarque
Rhythm Heaven Groove by Nintendo EPD & TNX
Check out our Twitch channel at www.twitch.tv/playingcatchupGet in touch with the show via BlueskyIntro / outro music by Princess StephenArtwork by BigShimmeryWall
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