Get Off The Hype Train! Video Games That Were Overhyped

Hype trains are a true force of nature. They can make or break a video game. This week we explore some of the games that broke because there was no stopping the hype train. Matt panics about the topic, Marissa has another podcast, and Sacco might play Cyberpunk.

Games we talk about this week: Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring, Star Wars Battlefront, Battlefield 2042, The Legend of Zelda, Spore, No Man’s Sky, Anthem, Mass Effect: Andromeda, Dragon Age, Starfield, Halo, Madden NFL 24, NHL 23, The Order 1886, Final Fantasy, Forespoken, Tunic, Minecraft Dungeons, F1, Disney Dreamlight Valley, and Potion Craft.

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What is The Crowned Heathens Podcast?

No stupid questions here. Join Marissa, Matthew, and Sacco each week for video game discussions. From our favourite all-time video games to games we couldn't finish, we'll be discussing a variety of video games, including Playstation, Xbox, mobile, and PC games. Weekly discussions also include games we're currently playing from all genres – with several tangents for your enjoyment. After all, when there are no stupid questions, every topic is on the table.

Genres you can expect we'll talk about include, but are certainly not limited to: role-playing games (RPGs & JRPGs), run-and-guns, first-person and third-person shooters, platformers, top-down games, open-world games, puzzles, strategy games, survival games, fighting games, racing games, stealth games, rhythm games, text adventures, and choice-based games.

*Spoilers are noted at the top of each episode.