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The Long and Short of It
From 90s mascots to modern masterpieces, we dig through the Top 100 games lists one title at a time. Two friends, plenty of debate, and one big question: does this game really deserve its spot?
Episodes
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Tekken 8
We're back in the King of Iron Fist Tournament! This week, we're stepping into the ring with Tekken 8, exploring its explosive combat, chaotic family drama and…
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Schrödinger’s Call
Can a conversation really change anything when the world is already ending? We explore Schrödinger’s Call, its cast of characters caught between life and…
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and Roger
A short but affecting story about memory, love and dementia. We step into Sofia's world in and Roger and explore a game that proves you don't need hours of…
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Forza Horizon 5
We’ve raced through Australia and Britain, and now it’s time for Mexico. We return to the Horizon Festival for Forza Horizon 5 to find out whether this is the…
The Long and Short of It🎬 007: Goldeneye
Welcome back to The 007 Film Vault. This episode we're revisiting Goldeneye (1995), the film that reinvented James Bond for the modern era. We discuss Pierce…
The Long and Short of It🎬 007: Dr. No (1962)
Licence to discuss granted. Welcome to a brand-new side series from The Long & Short of It, where we revisit every official James Bond film from beginning to…
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007 First Light
Before the tuxedo, before the gadgets, before the licence to kill. We follow a young James Bond's first mission and ask whether 007 First Light earns its place…
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Rayman Legends
Rescuing Teensies, dodging nightmares, and running through castles to the beat of the music. We revisit Rayman Legends to see whether this platforming…
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Deus Ex
Before immersive sims became a genre buzzword, Deus Ex was already doing it all. We revisit the cult classic to see if its freedom and ambition still hold up…
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Dreams
From bizarre meme levels to genuinely impressive creations, Dreams lets players make almost anything. But does that freedom translate into a great game, or…
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Ori and the Blind Forest
A dying forest, a tiny guardian spirit, and some of the most beautiful platforming of the last decade. We dive into Ori and the Blind Forest to see whether…
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Balatro
A deck of cards, a handful of Jokers, and numbers that spiral into the millions. Is Balatro the ultimate ‘just one more run’ game, or clever maths dressed up…
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Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater
We’ve already tackled MGS3, so now it’s time to revisit it in a new skin. A legendary story, rebuilt for a modern audience. We return to the jungles to see if…
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Forza Horizon 4
We’ve already been down this road with Horizon 3. Now it’s time to see if shifting the festival to Britain and adding seasons makes Forza Horizon 4 the peak of…
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Hollow Knight
A sprawling Metroidvania that refuses to hold your hand. Is Hollow Knight one of the genre’s greats, or simply the most stylish way to get lost underground?
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Slay The Princess
A short and stylish indie that tries to rewrite the rules of the rescue mission. Smart commentary or just another quirky experiment lost in the noise?
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What Remains of Edith Finch
Following Dear Esther, we stay in walking-sim territory with What Remains of Edith Finch, a game of memories, loss, and imagination. Is it the genre’s…
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Dear Esther
Minimal gameplay, maximum atmosphere. We step onto a desolate Hebridean island to see if Dear Esther is a haunting masterpiece - or an overrated stroll.
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Resident Evil 2
Welcome back to Racoon City, with Resident Evil 2. CapCom brought back one of survival horror’s crown jewels with a fresh coat of paint. But does Leon and…
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Gex: Enter The Gecko
Ding Dong.... The 90s served us a wisecracking gecko in sunglasses—because of course they did. But is Enter the Gecko a hidden gem or just channel-surfing…
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Hitman (2016)
Hello hello! Welcome back, where this week we go back to the beginning of the trilogy reboot of The Hitman Series. IO really went all in when they started…
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Bayonetta 2
Join us this week with a foray into Paradiso & Inferno, where we tackle Bayonetta 2. One of the more unique games on our radar, with a very fierce fan…
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Welcome back, where this week we take a trip to Rainbow Road & discuss the 8th entry into the Mario Kart franchise. Surprisingly this game didn't appear on the…
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The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
We're back with another biggie. Today we take a look at the newest remaster from Bethesda, Oblivion Remastered. We played the original Oblivion back in 2021 -…
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The Crimson Diamond
A different one today, with a text parser game, reminiscent of games from the 80's & 90's. Crimson Diamond is the topic & one we've not really tackled before…
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Extra Episode: The Nintendo Switch 2 Announcement
A slightly different episode for you, whilst we play through the next game! Join us for an extra episode, where we discuss the recently announced Nintendo…
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Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth
Hoo boy, here's an episode with some potentially controversial takes. Join us on our trip back into the world of Final Fantasy, with the newest entry into the…
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Inside
Well well well, here we are once again with an indie darling. This week, we find ourselves playing the dystopian indie game - Inside. From talks of themes…
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Astrobot
To mark 5 years of The Long & Short of It, we thought we would mark the occasion with a celebratory game this week and cover the 2024 Game of the Year -…
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Forza Horizon 3
Welcome back, where this week we delve into the first of the Horizon games to show up on the list. Today, we are focussing on the 2016 game, Forza Horizon 3…
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Journey
Join us this week, where we tackle the PlayStation indie classic - Journey. What is the legacy of this indie game & do others need to pay homage to what…
The Long and Short of ItUncharted 4: A Thief's End
Happy New Year! As we enter 2025, we have a new format, new list & a new outlook! Join us for the first game in the OpenCritic top 100, where we tackle the…
The Long and Short of ItOur 15 Wrap Up + Update
Here we are then, the final episode of this chapter of the podcast. Join us as we rank each of the 15 games we have brought to the table, as well as give an…
The Long and Short of ItYakuza 0
Here we are! The final game of our personal 15 each - with Dan's choice of Yakuza 0. This very unique Japanese game is a standout amongst the games we have…
The Long and Short of ItDayZ
Welcome survivors, join us this week to talk about the zombie survival game - DayZ. Originally a mod, which has become it's own thing entirely, we question…
The Long and Short of ItShadow Man
Welcome back, where this week we look at Shadow Man Remastered. Originally released in 1999, does this eerie metroidvania hold up to scrutiny, or is it better…
The Long and Short of ItFallout: New Vegas
War, war never changes... Welcome back, where this week we delve into the Fallout universe and discuss the 2010 Obsidian game, Fallout New Vegas. Is this one…
The Long and Short of ItGears Of War 2
Back with another sequel! This week looking at Gears of War 2 & asking the question of it is improves on it's predecessor and why Dan would choose this game…
The Long and Short of ItTomba
Time for a niche title! This week we discuss the 1998 PS1 game, Tomba (or Tombi if you're from the PAL regions). Is this game a classic of the PS1 & does it…
The Long and Short of ItVampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines
Back, with a cult classic. Today we go back to 2004 with this Vampire based game. Does this stand out as a superb vampire RPG, or is it maybe overly praised…
The Long and Short of ItCuphead
Time for a unique game, with this weeks entry - 'Cuphead'. This 2017 can be maddeningly difficult, but also very satisfying, so where does it stand between the…
The Long and Short of ItTimeSplitters: Future Perfect
Time to split! Welcome back, where this week we are travelling across time with TimeSplitters: Future Perfect. This noughties classic still has it's fans, but…
The Long and Short of ItFinal Fantasy 7 Remake
Well, not long after our episode on Final Fantasy 7, we follow up with Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Released in 2020 to much anticipation, does it live up to the…
The Long and Short of ItHitman Blood Money
Good Afternoon 47. This week we go back to explore Hitman Blood Money from 2006. Is this the highlight of the series, or just another in the series. Join us…
The Long and Short of ItTomb Raider 2
Finally, we are talking about Lara. Join us this week for a discussion on one of the faces of gaming in the 1990's, with Tomb Raider 2. Is this really a game…
The Long and Short of ItJade Empire
Welcome back, where this week we discuss 'Jade Empire', a BioWare game from 2005. Does this game belong up there with the BioWare royalty, or best left in the…
The Long and Short of ItCrash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy
Back, with a blast from the past! This week we tackle some Crash Bandicoot, with the N.Sane Trilogy. Does this trilogy still stand up as a classic platformer…
The Long and Short of ItManhunt
Back again, covering potentially the most controversial game that has appeared so far. This week, we look over Manhunt. Was it as extreme as people made out at…
The Long and Short of ItScott Pilgrim vs. The World
A bit of a different one this week. Join us for 'Scott Pilgrim vs The World'. Is this a game that's inextricably linked with the film, to does it stand up on…
The Long and Short of ItMass Effect 3
Hello 2024! We open the year with 'Mass Effect 3' Does it stand up against number 2 and the famous final mission, or does it miss the mark?
The Long and Short of ItStardew Valley
A slower vibe this week, with a trip to the country for Stardew Valley. Labelled as a cosy kind of game, why does this genre not show up more in the top 100?
The Long and Short of ItIco
Time for an interesting game from 2001. Today we discuss 'Ico', a game that has garnered a real cult popularity and is highly regarded in 2023, but why isn't…
The Long and Short of ItFinal Fantasy 7
After 3.5 years of Laurence making references and comments about it, we are finally talking about Final Fantasy 7. With it being one of the biggest JRPG's ever…
The Long and Short of ItThe Mortuary Assistant
Halloween is almost upon us once again, so it is time for our 2023 Halloween special - this year focussing on 'The Mortuary Assistant'. Some dub this as the…
The Long and Short of ItUncharted 3: Drake's Deception
Here we are, to fill your ears of aural velvety tones of discussion on a PlayStation classic. This week we return to The Uncharted series with Uncharted 3…
The Long and Short of ItSonic 3 & Knuckles
We are finally talking about a Sonic game. This week, we take a look at 'Sonic 3 & Knuckles' for the Sega Genesis. Is this a classic of the 90's, or is Sonic…
The Long and Short of ItSplinter Cell: Double Agent
Returning to Sam Fisher this week with Splinter Cell Double Agent. Focussing on version 2 for this episode, we ask if it measures up against the other…
The Long and Short of ItLeft 4 Dead
We are going back to 2008 this week with the Zombie cult hit - Left 4 Dead. Does this stand up tall with other top games from the time, or is it best left in…
The Long and Short of ItThe World is Not Enough
"Pay attention, 007!" This week we go back to the James Bond franchise with 'The World is Not Enough'. Does this stack up to the greatness of Goldeneye, or…
The Long and Short of ItHitman 3
Welcome to the world of assassination, where this week we tackle Hitman 3. The final game in the recent Hitman trilogy - does it stack up against it's older…