This week we talk about Brett’s continued adventures in Monster Sanctuary, Walker's experience with Roboquest which is an early access title on Game Pass that plays like a FPS Risk of Rain 2. Walker also shares about the PS5 and a random smattering of other titles.

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Music by Misha Zarins https://mekzvsbear.wixsite.com/mekz

Art by Riley O’laughlin  riley_olaughlin@ymail.com

This week Walker talks about his time with the recent hit Neon White. Neon White is an FPS parkour platformer with lots of style and speedrunner like mechanics that make for a really fun experience. Neon White is unique in a variety of ways and delivers on all of them and the sound track by Machine Girl wraps the entire game in a wonderful mix of songs that deliver over and over.

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This week we talk about the long-shambling zombie survival title Project Zomboid from developer The Indie Stone. Project Zomboid has been in (and remains in) early access on Steam for close to a decade. Project Zomboid is a terrific example of Early Access done right and was featured in an epsiode we did in November of 2020. In the last several months the game has seen a surge in popularity with the addition of several new features and streamlined multiplayer. If you like RPGs and survival then this game has to be on your radar as it is one of a kind.

Pick Up Your Sticks kicked off with a series about Blizzard gaming. This week Brett and Walker dive back into the world of Blizzard to look at what has transpired since the original episodes were released as well as what the future holds. There were several announcements at Blizzcon last year and after some stumbles it looks like the future is still bright for Blizzard.

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This week Brett and Walker discuss recent leaks and announcements regarding Horizon Zero Dawn and Path of Exile. They also dive into the good and the bad of microtransactions and the trends seen in gaming today. Graveyard Keeper and Forager are discussed as the recent games the hosts have been playing.

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This week Brett and Walker look at a loosely connected series of games and developers that both hosts have engaged in throughout their lives. This connection was only realized very recently and spans multiple decades. Sci-Fi and fantasy are also compared and contrasted through games, movies, and RPGs.

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Have you ever played a new or favorite game too much and found yourself burning out on it? Brett and Walker share experiences and thoughts about playing a variety of games both due to burn out and in trying to avoid it.

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In this episode, Walker and Brett talk reanimating the dead as they speak their thoughts on Graveyard Keeper and many other games while exploring the concept of different companies making the same game in their own unique styles.

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This week Walker and Brett discuss a history of options, from the ability to play the same game in different ways just by switching servers, to the history and importance of voice chat in games. Speaking of which, we have a discord now! Join us at the link below!

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This week Brett and Walker get their co-op on! Walker plays a number of games with friends in couch co-op while Brett dives in to the world of private servers. X-Morph: Defense, Space Engineers, Lovers in a Dangerous Spacetime, Overcooked 2, and Command and Conquer are discussed in this episode.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about the importance of community and how sharing an experience can be just as important as the experience itself. Join in to listen to Brett's recent adventures in Space Engineers, Walker's recreation of a Top Gun dogfight in WoW, and more.

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This week Brett and Walker discuss a hidden gem called Gris. Gris is one of the most beautiful games either have seen and really provides an alternative example of what a game can be. Both Brett and Walker found the game to be incredibly satisfying for a myriad of reasons that they dive into on this episode.

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It's 2020 and that means New Year's Resolutions! Get your resolution done and out of the way by following this brief guide. PUYS will return with more great content when Walker returns from his vacation. So take this time to make some friends and share some experiences.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about #VampireSurvivors, the indy hit on PC and mobile from developer poncle. Vampire Survivors is an incredible value combining Castlevania style art (and floor chicken) into a time survival game with minimalistic gameplay and roguelite elements.

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As 2019 comes to a conclusion Brett and Walker look back over the top 5 games that mattered most to each of them throughout the year. These are the games that Brett and Walker found the most significant, regardless of genre, platform, or release year.

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Finding a game that you can be fully immersed in is one of the most rewarding experiences in gaming. What builds immersion? What breaks it? Join Brett and Walker as they explore this idea by looking the Far Cry Primal, open world Ubisoft games in general, and more.

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What does a title do to make you select it out of your Steam library? With such a variety of games to play these days, there are just as many reasons we are compelled to play. Brett and Walker talk about recent games they have been playing and why they find themselves trying in the first place and in some cases going back for more.

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In a world of games with infinite playability, what constitutes the end of a game? Brett and Walker dive into how they approach sandbox and automation games, followed up with a conversation on how gaming in general can help you have a space to process difficult life situations in a healthy way.

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Klei Entertainment is a truly unique game developer that has created some of the most charming (yet brutal) games out there, such as Don't Starve and Oxygen Not Included. With an excellent blend of sound and visual design it's almost easy to forget that their games are some of the hardest out there. Brett and Walker love Klei games and have a robust discussion about the various Klei titles on the market.

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Whether it be character design, watching sims run around the city, or the Zealots ponytail in Starcraft 2 bounce, games are full of enjoyable distractions. Brett and Walker dive into the enjoyable distractions that they lose themselves in while playing games and explore how these elements can be just as important as the core gameplay loops that games are built on.

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Mobile games account for a significant share of the gaming market these days. Brett and Walker have seen the whole trip from Snake on a Nokia to the modern world of app stores and monetization schemes. Listen in on the conversation about mobile games and why they have mattered.

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Brett and Walker discuss the immersion of emergent gameplay in games that don't have a strong narrative. To some extent role playing in games that aren't necessarily designed to be RPGs but that are fun to do so in. Walker also shares a story about a faked death in an MMO that included an in game funeral for the fake deceased and a return a later date from the falsely deceased.

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Minecraft is a wonderful game that is greatly enhanced by mods. Brett and Walker jump into a discussion about Brett's latest Minecraft game and the highs and lows of getting just the right mods. Mods are not exclusive to Minecraft and the conversation about mods looks at mods as a whole and key examples outside of Minecraft where they have added value.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about Assassin's Creed Origins which served as the first title in the series reboot. Shifting to an every other year release schedule and incorporating a much heavier emphasis on RPG elements, AC: Origins is heralded a hallmark of the series. Walker recently completed the game and shares his thoughts.

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Honk honk. Stop being bullied by geese and turn the tables! Brett and Walker discuss Untitled Goose Game from developer House House, the game where you play as a diabolical goose. The conversation also touches on some other indie titles and the fun ways that genres get bent and twisted to create unique experiences.

Referenced in this episode: What Games Are Like For Someone Who Doesn't Play Games - https://youtu.be/ax7f3JZJHSw

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Brett and Walker traveled to St. Louis, MO to attend the 2nd annual Shenanicon, a conference hosted by game developer Butterscotch Shenanigans. The conference was awesome with a dev talk, live podcast, project showing, and levelhead relay race. Following the conference was a dinner & hangout which was a delightful experience. Brett and Walker share their time and stories from the event on this episode.

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Brett and Walker return to discuss the story and endgame of Borderlands 3. The endgame modes of Borderlands 3 have some nice twists from previous entries while the story of Borderlands 3 is entertaining throughout the game. **SPOILERS ABOUND**

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We finish out our series on Blizzard by discussing Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Heroes of the Storm. Overwatch and Hearthstone specifically are leaders in their categories and much like the other Blizzard IPs they are genre defining.

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Continuing the Blizzard series this episode takes a look at the Warcraft franchise. Starting as an RTS but ultimately turning into the standard for MMOs, Warcraft has been a longstanding universe in the hearts and minds of millions. Brett and Walker have decades of time in Lordaeron and beyond, and are experienced in the ways of both the alliance and the horde.

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We continue our series about Blizzard and their storied catalogue of games. This week we delve into the genre defining Diablo franchise. We discuss our countless hours defending Tristram from the Prime Evils, hunting legendaries, and hoarding gems.

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After discussing the Starcraft franchise at large Brett and Walker could not resist diving back into Starcraft 2! We had to record another episode to talk about how much fun we have been having with the game and all that it continues to offer. Learn about how the game has changed over the years, all the modes that are available, and what streamers to check out for tips to git gud.

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This Blizzard mini-series features Brett and Walker's take on a single developer's impact on gaming. Blizzard is one of our favorite developers and has created some of the most iconic franchises in gaming history. This week we start off by taking a look at Starcraft's past, present, and future.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about the acquisition of Activision-Blizzard by Microsoft and why they think its a win. Brett and Walker also dive into Halo Infinite and talk about the campaign and multiplayer goodness that Halo has delivered for 20 years.

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Art by Riley O’laughlin  riley_olaughlin@ymail.com

Welcome to Pick Up Your Sticks! Get to know your hosts Brett Lindley and Walker Neer. In this kick off episode we talk about why gaming matters and our inspiration for the show.

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This week Brett and Walker dive into a couple of awesome gaming related TV shows on Netflix. The first is the live action The Witcher which recently released season 2. Next we talk about Arcane, the new series based on League of Legends. Neither Brett or Walker has deep experience with the gaming franchises but found both shows to be awesome for a variety of reasons.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about Supreme Commander which originally released in 2007. Despite its age Supreme Commander brings ideas and mechanics to the RTS genre that are still not replicated in other titles. Enormous maps, a continuous campaign structure, and a unique multiplayer experience that still has a faithful and competitive player base all culminate in Supreme Commander being loved and played to this day.

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Brett and Walker look back over the last year and review the moments from gaming and the podcast that stood out. There were lots of awesome guests on the show in 2021 as well as plenty of titles to look back on, what did you like most from 2021?

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This week Brett and Walker talk about Walker's new gaming PC and what he has been enjoying on the new rig. Ark Survival Evolved finally runs at max settings without a hitch and DOOM Eternal has never looked so good. Despite the new hardware Hexcells Infinite also gets some more love.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about the indie delight Potion Craft: Alchemist Simulator. Brett has yearned for years to play a proper alchemy game in which the emphasis is on discovering and creating potions rather than just running a shop. Potion Craft delivers in many ways and still being in early access is sure to only improve. Developer Niceplay has created a unique and innovative experience that is one of a kind and very enjoyable to play.

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This week Brett and Walker discuss Blizzard's fall from grace. While events about the workplace culture have dominated headlines this year and driven many to seek work or play elsewhere, we wanted to explore the degradation in Blizzard's gaming catalogue. A company that constantly pushed the envelope with innovation has failed to innovate in a meaningful way in years. The workplace culture of sexism and misogyny would be sufficient reason to walk away in the first place but the quality of games hasn't held up either.

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Tell us if you have heard this one before. A metroidvania, a monster tamer, and a JRPG all walk into a bar... Ok there isn't a joke like that BUT if those three had a night to remember then 9 months later we would have Monster Sanctuary. The game is made with love in all aspects and delivers an awesome platforming, creature taming and battling, RPG experience that is excellent. Brett shares about his recent time with the game.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about Walker's recent purchase of a Nintendo Switch. Walker is currently playing Breath of the Wild, Mario Kart, and Smash Bros with a few other titles in the mix. Will Walker ever complete a game on the Switch? Will an MMO come to the Switch to satisfy Walker's constant MMO thirst? Listen in and decide for yourself!

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This week Brett and Walker talk about the incredibly engaging puzzle game Hexcells Infinite. Combining elements of sodoku and minesweeper along with its own unique ideas Hexcells Infinite shows that games can be meaningful and engaging even without cutscenes or character arcs.

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This week Brett and Walker talk about Crowfall the MMO that released in July 2021. Walker has been eagerly awaiting Crowfall as it offers a variety of unique ideas and systems that could prove to make it the best version of a sandbox MMO. Walker has also cohosts The Crowfall Podcast which shares stories and perspectives from the world of Crowfall.

Episode notes:

The Crowfall Podcast site: the-crowfall-podcast.captivate.fm/

The Crowfall Podcast Twitter: @CrowfallPod

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This week we are joined by Starcraft Legend Artosis. One half of the legendary GSL casting duo "Tastosis", Artosis has been living in South Korea for over a decade casting the highest level Starcraft 2 tournament in the world. Artosis shares about his life prior to moving to Korea, what it was like in the mid 2000s moving to Korea with ambition, a dream, and a few weeks of income. We also discuss why Starcraft and the RTS genre in general is so compelling.

Episode notes:

Artosis Twitter: twitter.com/Artosis

Artosis Twitch: Twitch.tv/Artosis

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Join the discussion!  All of our links including twitter, discord, youtube, email, and more can be found at:  https://puyspod.carrd.co/

Music by Misha Zarins https://mekzvsbear.wixsite.com/mekz

Art by Riley O’laughlin  riley_olaughlin@ymail.com

This week Brett and Walker talk about the brilliance of Horizon Zero Dawn. Visually Horizon Zero Dawn is a striking a satisfying game with the robot wildlife and dinosaur like creatures that the player encounters. Mechanically the game is fun to play and perhaps most impressively the game manages to tell a post apocalyptical story in completely innovative and unique tale.

Episode notes:

Buy Pick Up Your Sticks a Cup of Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/puyspod

Join the discussion!  All of our links including twitter, discord, youtube, email, and more can be found at:  https://puyspod.carrd.co/

Music by Misha Zarins https://mekzvsbear.wixsite.com/mekz

Art by Riley O’laughlin  riley_olaughlin@ymail.com

This week Brett and Walker have an interview with longtime Starcraft 2 Pro Nina from PsiStorm Gaming. Nina talks about her journey into professional gaming, living in team houses, what separates top level ladder players with the pros, and what she is pursuing now outside of gaming.

Episode notes:

Buy Pick Up Your Sticks a Cup of Coffee: https://ko-fi.com/puyspod

Nina Twitter: @NinaStarcraft

Nina Twitch: twitch.tv/ninasc2

Join the discussion!  All of our links including twitter, discord, youtube, email, and more can be found at:  https://puyspod.carrd.co/

Music by Misha Zarins https://mekzvsbear.wixsite.com/mekz

Art by Riley O’laughlin  riley_olaughlin@ymail.com