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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
  • 079: Maybe I Was Wrong About Pokemon Legends: Z-A

    079: Maybe I Was Wrong About Pokemon Legends: Z-A
    Aug 21 2025

    Adam discusses the response to the new battle system in Pokemon Legends: Z-A and what this could mean for the franchise in the future.
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    21 mins
  • 078: Spore

    078: Spore
    Aug 19 2025

    Adam looks back at the much-maligned PC game Spore and whether or not it deserves a second look.

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    15 mins
  • 077: Disney's Extreme Skate Adventure (2003)

    077: Disney's Extreme Skate Adventure (2003)
    Aug 13 2025

    Adam discusses Disney's Extreme Skate Adventure for the GameCube, PlayStation 2, and Xbox.
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    23 mins
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