Best Bryan Arivett And Joshua Hargis Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 276: Super Video Game Bros 1:13:40

5d ago1:13:40

1:13:40

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster. $80 games. $600 Xbox's. Gears of War on PlayStation. My brother Crayton is here to discuss it all with me during a wonderful Mother's Day afternoon. Enjoy.

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Episode 275: Bethesda Game Studios 1:21:40

12d ago1:21:40

1:21:40

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster has been out for a little while now and it has many reassessing their thoughts on Bethesda. This studio is known for offering many gamers some of the best video game experiences of their life despite recent games receiving much criticism, fair or otherwise. Does a rose-tinted glance back into the past reveal …

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Episode 274: Too Many GAMES 56:35

18d ago56:35

56:35

Hey, guess what? The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster just stealth dropped. Oh, then Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 released to a 92 Metacritic and universal praise. There's a Marathon alpha going and in just over two weeks DOOM: The Dark Ages releases. Then less a month later the Switch 2 console releases with Mario Kart World. How is one supposed…

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Episode 273: Bungie's Marathon 1:00:42

27d ago1:00:42

1:00:42

Our deepest roots lie within one of Bungie's franchises, so what are our thoughts on their latest game after a news blowout and release date announcement? The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster is so close to stealth dropping that there's a good chance its out when you're reading this. Switch 2 pre-orders have finally gone live and the year is jus…

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Episode 272: Nintendo Switch 2 1:00:11

1M ago1:00:11

1:00:11

After eight long years Nintendo has finally decided to unveil the successor to what is probably the most successful console of all time. We always expect Nintendo to fumble in some way, whether it be unneeded motion controls or some other gimmick we'll never use. Oddly enough, this time Nintendo has delivered perhaps the exact system we've always w…

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Episode 271: 50 Greatest Games of All Time Part II 1:09:40

1M ago1:09:40

1:09:40

What's left in the final top 20? Will we see classics like Ocarina of Time and Knights of the Old Republic or is there truly nothing more exceptional than Breath of the Wild? Tell us what is right and what is wrong with Rolling Stone's top 50 games of all time.

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Episode 270: 50 Greatest Games of All Time Part I 1:18:06

2M ago1:18:06

1:18:06

What do Bubsy 3D, E.T for the original Atari 2600 and Dragon Age: The Veilguard all have in common? None of them are on this list.

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Episode 269: Top 100 RPGs of All Time Part II 1:08:45

2M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

We have finally arrived at the top 25. Will everything make the list? We're honestly a little surprised by just how much made it here, but as expected there are still a few glaring omissions. Join us as we round out the top 100 RPGs of all time in our second and final discussion.

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Episode 268: Top 100 RPGs of All Time Part I 1:57:08

2M ago1:57:08

1:57:08

We go through the first 75 picks in IGN's top 100 RPGs list to see how it all shakes out. What are the glaring omissions and what titles are right where they should be? In an era where everything has RPG elements the waters can get a little murky, but we're here to commentate on it regardless. Make sure to check back for the top 25 in part 2!…

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Episode 267: Avowed Review 1:10:59

2M ago1:10:59

1:10:59

It's been five years since Avowed was first announced. Much has changed since then. Xbox has acquired Activision Blizzard and moved into third party publishing, so what does a product that was incubated in a different era look like all these years later? From Fallout: New Vegas to The Outer Worlds, it's time for Obsidian to strike again. Do they st…

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Episode 266: A Confused Industry 1:32:02

3M ago1:32:02

1:32:02

WB has systematically gutted several of their internal development teams after years of poor management. Fable has found itself delayed to 2026 after being announced in 2020. Dragon Age: The Veilguard is being given away for free on PS Plus just FOUR months after releasing at full price. Now that the discussions around the quality of Avowed have es…

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Episode 265: In Defense of the 7/10 Game 1:32:08

3M ago1:32:08

1:32:08

It's the thing that haunts developers and nerds on forums alike, the almighty review score. How can one little number cause so much stress and anxiety? We've all played that perfect 10/10 or returned to the rental store in terror after unintentionally diving headfirst into a 2/10, but there's one number that's more familiar than any...7. Whether th…

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Episode 264: Avowed Deserves Better 1:14:11

3M ago1:14:11

1:14:11

In a gaming climate full of never ending free to play experiences, countless sales, subscription services and a finite amount of time how can developers expect their specific game to break through? If you're faced with a litany of 10/10 quality games what makes you choose the one that is great, but simply less than perfect? If you only have money f…

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Episode 263: Fedoras, Ninjas and Plague Bears, OH MY! 1:12:32

3M ago1:12:32

1:12:32

The dominoes have finally started to fall. Xbox is releasing one hit after another in a lineup fiercer than any in recent memory. Indiana Jones, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black, Avowed, South of Midnight and DOOM are all releasing within the same six-month time frame and that's only the first half of the year. Keep your schedule cleared and your wallets stock…

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Episode 262: Halo Coming to PS5 2:05:25

4M ago2:05:25

2:05:25

Microsoft has long teased, correction, flat out said that they would be bringing their titles to the competition's platform and the plan is now in full effect. Ninja Gaiden 4 was recently announced as a Microsoft published game coming to PlayStation on top of the prior announcement of Indiana Jones and The Outer Wilds 2. Now, Forza Horizon 4 is on …

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Episode 261: Xbox Developer Direct 2025 1:04:26

4M ago1:04:26

1:04:26

Microsoft's annual Xbox Developer Direct is here and with it are nailed down release dates, hype gameplay footage and a few surprises. We share our thoughts on the first half of what is surely to be a stacked year from team green. Remember, this entire show doesn't even include Avowed, which we will be playing in just a few short weeks.…

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Episode 260: Game of the Year 2024 2:07:53

4M ago2:07:53

2:07:53

It's common to hear people say that 2023 was a banger of a year, but let's not sell 2024 short. From the very beginning until its last breath, 2024 gave us one phenomenal release after another. In this special episode we're giving you a brief overview of what this trip around the sun brought to the table. Join us as we get into Sacred Icon's top 10…

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Episode 259: Intergalactic Zombies and Friendships That Last a Lifetime 1:22:54

4M ago1:22:54

1:22:54

None of Halo's story would exist without the Flood. In the same vein our podcast wouldn't exist as it does without the work of perhaps my oldest friend, Caleb Webster. We reminisce about old times together, Caleb's influence on Sacred Icon and the future to come. Caleb's latest Halo soundtrack can be found on Spotify at the link: https://open.spoti…

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Episode 258: Xbox Games on Rival Platforms 1:02:07

4M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

We're 10 days away from Xbox's annual Developer Direct where they will show off the latest games releasing this year and rumor mill is already swirling. Halo, Gears of War, Hellblade and more are reportedly coming to the PS5 and Switch 2. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion is getting the full remake treatment. Can this really all be happening and we're…

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Episode 257: 2025 The Dark Ages 2:09:05

4M ago2:09:05

2:09:05

2025 is finally upon us and there is much to be excited for. Join us as we RIP and TEAR through our most anticipated video games and movies coming this year. Will we see the next Halo? It's going to be one for the ages.

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Episode 256: Halo Studios 1:27:06

4M ago1:27:06

1:27:06

After a six month hiatus Sacred Icon is back and in full swing. Rested, nourished and ready to kick 2025's ass. 343 Industries is no more, the studio has switched to Unreal engine and new projects are in the works...but is anything really that different? Only time will tell.

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Episode 255: The Rise of Skywalker (Star Wars Sequels) 2:06:52

11M ago2:06:52

2:06:52

In 2019 after 9 films the Skywalker Saga seemingly came to a close with The Rise of Skywalker. We've covered the Prequels. Then the Clone Wars & Star Wars Stories. After came the Original Trilogy before moving onto The Force Awakens and Last Jedi in the Sequel Trilogy. Join us as we take a look back at a film that had saw many feeling a collective …

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Episode 254: Gears of War (Original Trilogy) 2:12:26

11M ago2:12:26

2:12:26

It’s time to break out of jail, kick some Locust ass and GET THAT RESONATOR!! We discuss the recently announced Gears of War E-Day and then deep dive into the original EPIC trilogy we all know and love. Put em’ up sucker, this my kinda shit.

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Episode 253: Xbox Sticks it to PlayStation 3:08:07

11M ago3:08:07

3:08:07

It's that time of year where people around the world tune into the latest news in the gaming industry. Whether it's the E3 of old or the current day Summer Game Fest as we know it there's usually something for everyone. This year, however, was saved primarily by one particular showcase...Xbox. An onslaught of amazing video games for over an hour su…

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Episode 252: Halo (Bungie Era) 2:36:21

11M ago2:36:21

2:36:21

In preparation for the Xbox showcase at Summer Games Fest with Geoff Keighley in the year of our lord and savior 2024 we are talking about Bungie’s classic Halo games. That’s right not 343, but Halo: Combat Evolved, Halo 2, Halo 3, ODST and Reach. They defined the Xbox brand, but are they as good as Metacritic claims? The Sacred boys weigh in.…

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Episode 251: Senua's Saga: Hellblade II 1:18:54

12M ago1:18:54

1:18:54

The stars have aligned in this SPOILER FREE episode. Both of us have managed to play Ninja Theory’s newest release on Xbox and beat it. The gaming industry has mixed feelings on it, but how do we feel? What happens next may shock you. Time to get loko.

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Episode 250: History of Playstation Part II 1:32:49

12M ago1:32:49

1:32:49

We’re back to cover PSP, PS Vita, PS4 and PS5. The reveal and launch of the PS4 may be one of the most memorable console releases of all time. Sony decides to take advantage of a Microsoft that categorically made every mistake in the book. Can PlayStation keep its momentum?

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Episode 249: The Last Jedi (Star Wars Sequels) 2:26:18

1y ago2:26:18

2:26:18

Arguably the most contentious movie of all time. Disney’s third Star Wars film split the fandom in two. Most either love or hate it. We find the truth lay somewhere in the middle. After years of this one finding itself in conversations on other topics we've covered, it's time to finally give the floor to it fully. What's left to be said about this …

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Episode 248: History of Playstation Part I 1:19:31

1y ago1:19:31

1:19:31

It's hard to imagine what the gaming industry would look like without the release and subsequent domination of Sony's first video game console. From broken partnerships and consumer friendly pricing to genre defining video game releases, this is the history of Playstation.

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Episode 247: For the Love of Video Games 2:21:15

1y ago2:21:15

2:21:15

In a world where everything comes down to comparisons and competition, we reflect on the quality of the two main video game consoles removed of the semantics surrounding them. There’s no shortage of all time quality gaming no matter where you play.

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Episode 246: Fallout 1:26:50

1y ago1:26:50

1:26:50

Crawl out through the Fallout with us as we discuss our history with the video game series and our opinions on the new hit television show that is taking the world by storm. This episode is both SPOILER and RADIATION free!

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Episode 245: Our Movies of 2023 4:55:49

1y ago4:55:49

4:55:49

Cinema This invades Sacred Icon!

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Episode 244: The Force Awakens (Star Wars Sequels) 3:07:19

1y ago3:07:19

3:07:19

Chewie, we're home.

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Episode 243: The Star Wars Originals 2:37:17

1y ago2:37:17

2:37:17

Before the Disney era. Before the Clone Wars. Before the Prequels. There was THE Star Wars Trilogy. It's time to look back at the Original Trilogy. From our favorite bits, to the edits and so much more. We would be honored, if you would join us.

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Episode 242: Our Journey With Halo 1:04:04

1y ago1:04:04

1:04:04

Halo the TV series season 2 has concluded and it’s left us wondering. What is Halo in 2024? Do we still love it? What does it need to be? Yeah, we’re back on our bullshit.

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Episode 241: Misplaced Ambition 1:08:17

1y ago1:08:17

1:08:17

Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra has an impressive technical showcase while Epic Games continues to innovate and push the industry forward. Dragon’s Dogma II reviews are out and it looks like another game of the year contender is here.

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Episode 240: State of the Industry 1:08:29

1y ago1:08:29

1:08:29

In what seems like one of the most familiar stories in gaming, we’ve learned today that yet another video game release in the form of the Star Wars Battlefront collection is a broken mess. It’s easy to feel like video games have never been worse than they are right now, but is that really the case? It’s up for debate.…

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Episode 239: Sandworms & Hand Grenades 2:29:26

1y ago2:29:26

2:29:26

Dune Part Two spoiler discussion. Argylle and Madame Web impressions. Bryan has watched Andor, Josh has played Lego The Skywalker Saga. We’re both playing Star Wars Dark Forces. Bryan’s finally wrapped up Jedi Survivor and is two Chocobo feet deep into Rebirth. There’s a lot to discuss and not enough time to do it. Dreams make good stories, but eve…

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Episode 238: (Spoiler Free) Dune 2: Dune It Again 1:25:14

1y ago1:25:14

1:25:14

Already it's breaking review records. It's also one of the most anticipated movies in years. It's finally out and we've seen it - but how do we feel about it? May thy knife chip and shatter.

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Episode 237: The Star Wars Stories 2:51:34

1y ago2:51:34

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The Clone Wars Movie. Rogue One. Solo. One kicked off a long running animated series. One was the first in what was to then be a live action anthology of spin off movies. One became a box office bomb released a mere five months after what was arguably the most divisive Star Wars film of all time. Each have their stories, and we have our memories. B…

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Episode 236: State of Xbox Part II 1:14:54

1y ago1:14:54

1:14:54

Rumors and speculation have run wild. Is Xbox going fully third party, bringing some of our favorite games to PS5 and Switch? The team at Xbox are here to fill us in on what's going on and put our fears to rest, but is this just the beginning of the inevitable? Maybe things aren't as bleak as they seem. Jump in.…

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Episode 235: The Star Wars Prequels 3:39:15

1+ y ago3:39:15

3:39:15

A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away Star Wars returned to the big screen after a 16 year absence. Every story has a beginning. This universe is no different. From the unparalleled hype of '99s The Phantom Menace, to the final transformation of Anakin into Darth Vader in Revenge of the Sith - the release of the Prequels were a time unlike any …

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Episode 234: FFVII Rebirth Showcase 1:11:38

1+ y ago1:11:38

1:11:38

In the lead up to what is quite possibly the biggest game of the year, Sony holds a dedicated State of Play to showcase Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and its many components. We share our thoughts. The Rebirth demo is available for download now!

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Episode 233: Welcome to Jurassic Park 4:48:57

1+ y ago4:48:57

4:48:57

On June 11th, 1993 Steven Spielberg’s Jurassic Park released to critical acclaim and the awe of audiences around the world. A classic was born and a franchise was inevitable. Some sequels stumbled and others succeeded, but no matter the result…life found a way.

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Episode 232: State of Play 2024 1:24:17

1+ y ago1:24:17

1:24:17

Suicide Squad: Kill the Development Team has just released. We live react to Sony’s State of Play and speculate on their plans for PlayStation moving forward. Was it a good show?

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Episode 231: Game of the Year 2023 2:22:25

1+ y ago2:22:25

2:22:25

This is the official game of the year discussion for Sacred Icon’s community in 2023. We tally up all the votes received and breakdown the top five titles of the year. Joining Joshua and Bryan to represent the community winners are Cory, Colin, Wesley, Nestor, Darren and Preyanshu!

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Episode 230: Indiana Jones and the Great Circle 3:13:35

1+ y ago3:13:35

3:13:35

In anticipation of MachineGames new Xbox exclusive Indiana Jones and the Great Circle coming later this year we run you through the entire franchise to bring you up to speed. Will Great Circle achieve what the other sequels could not? Which movie is the best? The worst? Tune in for fortune and glory.…

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Episode 229: Xbox Developer Direct 2024 1:34:41

1+ y ago1:34:41

1:34:41

Is Xbox finally on track to deliver a stellar slate of first party games year over year? We think so.

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Episode 228: Planet of the Apes Trilogy 1:42:18

1+ y ago1:42:18

1:42:18

Have you witnessed the Rise, Dawn and War for the Planet of the Apes? Are you excited for the KINGDOM? Well we are and we’re here to tell you why the Planet of the Apes trilogy is one of the greatest trilogies to ever exist. Apes are STRONG!

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Episode 227: DCEU 3:37:47

1+ y ago3:37:47

3:37:47

After a decade of both hits and misses the DCEU has come to its end. While many rooted for this inevitable future, this cinematic universe had no shortage of its fans. It’s time we pay our respects.

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