Dave | Tales from the Backlog
@tftblpod.bsky.social
He/him. Games critic and Tales from the Backlog podcast host- one game per episode, in depth, no spoilers until we warn you.
Podcast/YouTube- https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebacklog
Support- Patreon.com/realdavejackson
Podcast/YouTube- https://linktr.ee/talesfromthebacklog
Support- Patreon.com/realdavejackson
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Hi! I'm Dave, and I host Tales from the Backlog (a backlog games deep dive podcast). Each episode is me with a different guest discussing the games we play, with no spoilers for a while.
Also pictured: my producer Rukey.
🌐linktr.ee/realdavejackson
📬talesfromthebacklogpod@gmail.com
Also pictured: my producer Rukey.
🌐linktr.ee/realdavejackson
📬talesfromthebacklogpod@gmail.com
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Big news,
Your boy is hosting a panel at PAX!
Game-Pardy! Is live March 26th, the opening Thursday night of the event
It’s a huge honor and im ready to rock Boston with my own craxy brand of trivia
More details to follow soon but check out the panel page below 👇
east.paxsite.com/en-us/schedu...
Your boy is hosting a panel at PAX!
Game-Pardy! Is live March 26th, the opening Thursday night of the event
It’s a huge honor and im ready to rock Boston with my own craxy brand of trivia
More details to follow soon but check out the panel page below 👇
east.paxsite.com/en-us/schedu...
February 12, 2026 at 6:02 PM
Big news,
Your boy is hosting a panel at PAX!
Game-Pardy! Is live March 26th, the opening Thursday night of the event
It’s a huge honor and im ready to rock Boston with my own craxy brand of trivia
More details to follow soon but check out the panel page below 👇
east.paxsite.com/en-us/schedu...
Your boy is hosting a panel at PAX!
Game-Pardy! Is live March 26th, the opening Thursday night of the event
It’s a huge honor and im ready to rock Boston with my own craxy brand of trivia
More details to follow soon but check out the panel page below 👇
east.paxsite.com/en-us/schedu...
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Today on the podcast- @theindieinformer.bsky.social joined me for a great chat about Goodnight Universe, the follow-up from the creators of Before Your Eyes. As always, no spoilers for a while- enjoy!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
February 11, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Today on the podcast- @theindieinformer.bsky.social joined me for a great chat about Goodnight Universe, the follow-up from the creators of Before Your Eyes. As always, no spoilers for a while- enjoy!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
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that's better
Relooted Is A Big Black Middle Finger To History Controlled By White People:
Relooted Review: A Thrilling Heist Game Turns Crime Into Justice
Hear me out, what if it doesn’t belong in a museum?
kotaku.com
February 11, 2026 at 7:35 PM
that's better
Today on the podcast- @theindieinformer.bsky.social joined me for a great chat about Goodnight Universe, the follow-up from the creators of Before Your Eyes. As always, no spoilers for a while- enjoy!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
February 11, 2026 at 6:47 PM
Today on the podcast- @theindieinformer.bsky.social joined me for a great chat about Goodnight Universe, the follow-up from the creators of Before Your Eyes. As always, no spoilers for a while- enjoy!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/202
WATCH: youtu.be/-NVLivvDrYk
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CiniCross is a nonogram-roguelike hybrid that will put your skills to the test!
I thought I was good at nonograms, but then I got humbled by CiniCross · Thinky Games
CiniCross is a nonogram-roguelike hybrid that will put your skills to the test.
thinkygames.com
February 11, 2026 at 4:33 PM
CiniCross is a nonogram-roguelike hybrid that will put your skills to the test!
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Thanks for having me on @tftblpod.bsky.social!
The creators behind Before Your Eyes released a new game with expanded innovations and baby-stealing tech bros. How did it turn out?
Tales from the Backlog and The Indie Informer united to explore just that.
Tales from the Backlog and The Indie Informer united to explore just that.
Tales From The Backlog Tackles A Psychic Baby With Yours Truly
Jump to forty-three minutes in for a good time.
theindieinformer.com
February 11, 2026 at 5:48 PM
Thanks for having me on @tftblpod.bsky.social!
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We did something a bit different and decided to invite 6 of our podcaster friends to come together and do a short panel about the art and craft of making content. We hope you enjoy it and find some inspiration for your own creations! pca.st/9uw23yar
February 11, 2026 at 12:43 PM
We did something a bit different and decided to invite 6 of our podcaster friends to come together and do a short panel about the art and craft of making content. We hope you enjoy it and find some inspiration for your own creations! pca.st/9uw23yar
Age Verification? I'm playing the PC-88 version of Hydlide right now, by choice.
Age Verification? I owned Slam by Onyx.
On Cassette.
On Cassette.
Age verification? I sneezed and haven't been able to turn my head all the way for two weeks.
February 11, 2026 at 12:14 AM
Age Verification? I'm playing the PC-88 version of Hydlide right now, by choice.
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This week we are joined by special guest @roganplaysgames.bsky.social to run through our most anticipated indies of 2026! Get your wishlists ready and settle in for some delightful discussions of upcoming titles.
Watch or listen now!
Video: youtu.be/9exVBiY81fg
Audio: plnk.to/crossplayconvos
Watch or listen now!
Video: youtu.be/9exVBiY81fg
Audio: plnk.to/crossplayconvos
February 10, 2026 at 2:15 PM
This week we are joined by special guest @roganplaysgames.bsky.social to run through our most anticipated indies of 2026! Get your wishlists ready and settle in for some delightful discussions of upcoming titles.
Watch or listen now!
Video: youtu.be/9exVBiY81fg
Audio: plnk.to/crossplayconvos
Watch or listen now!
Video: youtu.be/9exVBiY81fg
Audio: plnk.to/crossplayconvos
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Tales from the Backlog passed a big downloads milestone today! I'm celebrating by committing to another 100+ hour RPG!
February 8, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Tales from the Backlog passed a big downloads milestone today! I'm celebrating by committing to another 100+ hour RPG!
Tales from the Backlog passed a big downloads milestone today! I'm celebrating by committing to another 100+ hour RPG!
February 8, 2026 at 6:39 PM
Tales from the Backlog passed a big downloads milestone today! I'm celebrating by committing to another 100+ hour RPG!
I know Baby Steps and Cairn have cooked my gamer brain because my palms got sweaty moving across these wet rocks in Dragon Quest 11
February 8, 2026 at 4:23 PM
I know Baby Steps and Cairn have cooked my gamer brain because my palms got sweaty moving across these wet rocks in Dragon Quest 11
It took me a while to beat mixed in with my other games, but I finished Death Howl last night! The combat and deckbuilding are *excellent*, and I really recommend it especially if you want a non-run-based deckbuilder.
Look for a full podcast episode next month!
Look for a full podcast episode next month!
February 7, 2026 at 4:08 PM
It took me a while to beat mixed in with my other games, but I finished Death Howl last night! The combat and deckbuilding are *excellent*, and I really recommend it especially if you want a non-run-based deckbuilder.
Look for a full podcast episode next month!
Look for a full podcast episode next month!
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VIDEO GAME TRIVIA RETURNS TO PAX EAST 2026!
As someone who started going solo with @traviscolenutt.bsky.social around 2015, being on the PAX website will *always* be so cool.
Details to follow - but block off your Saturday night at East!
📸: @jeanluc.bsky.social
east.paxsite.com/en-us/guests...
As someone who started going solo with @traviscolenutt.bsky.social around 2015, being on the PAX website will *always* be so cool.
Details to follow - but block off your Saturday night at East!
📸: @jeanluc.bsky.social
east.paxsite.com/en-us/guests...
February 6, 2026 at 4:10 PM
VIDEO GAME TRIVIA RETURNS TO PAX EAST 2026!
As someone who started going solo with @traviscolenutt.bsky.social around 2015, being on the PAX website will *always* be so cool.
Details to follow - but block off your Saturday night at East!
📸: @jeanluc.bsky.social
east.paxsite.com/en-us/guests...
As someone who started going solo with @traviscolenutt.bsky.social around 2015, being on the PAX website will *always* be so cool.
Details to follow - but block off your Saturday night at East!
📸: @jeanluc.bsky.social
east.paxsite.com/en-us/guests...
Looking forward to this coffee table book full of retrospectives on the PlayStation Greatest Hits catalogue. I even wrote one of the essays about NFL Blitz! Help @pixelsandpolygons.net reach the first funding goal and get yourself a sweet book! www.kickstarter.com/projects/dar...
32 Bit Library Greatest Hits Volume 1: Deluxe Edition
A chronological retrospective of 50 of the best-selling games on the PlayStation from 1995-2003. A4 size. 344 pages. 900+ screenshots.
www.kickstarter.com
February 6, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Looking forward to this coffee table book full of retrospectives on the PlayStation Greatest Hits catalogue. I even wrote one of the essays about NFL Blitz! Help @pixelsandpolygons.net reach the first funding goal and get yourself a sweet book! www.kickstarter.com/projects/dar...
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Madden 2005 and ESPN NFL 2K5 are both lauded as some of the best sports games ever made, and over 20 years later, Chris of @retrohangover.bsky.social and @adamgumby.bsky.social joined me to decide which one deserves the crown!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
February 4, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Madden 2005 and ESPN NFL 2K5 are both lauded as some of the best sports games ever made, and over 20 years later, Chris of @retrohangover.bsky.social and @adamgumby.bsky.social joined me to decide which one deserves the crown!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (2009)
February 4, 2026 at 9:34 PM
Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (2009)
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Great episode once again from Dave Jackson, and we answer the biggest question on everyones mind before the Superbowl..
Which was better, Madden or NFL2k?
Which was better, Madden or NFL2k?
Madden 2005 and ESPN NFL 2K5 are both lauded as some of the best sports games ever made, and over 20 years later, Chris of @retrohangover.bsky.social and @adamgumby.bsky.social joined me to decide which one deserves the crown!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
February 4, 2026 at 2:56 PM
Great episode once again from Dave Jackson, and we answer the biggest question on everyones mind before the Superbowl..
Which was better, Madden or NFL2k?
Which was better, Madden or NFL2k?
Madden 2005 and ESPN NFL 2K5 are both lauded as some of the best sports games ever made, and over 20 years later, Chris of @retrohangover.bsky.social and @adamgumby.bsky.social joined me to decide which one deserves the crown!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
February 4, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Madden 2005 and ESPN NFL 2K5 are both lauded as some of the best sports games ever made, and over 20 years later, Chris of @retrohangover.bsky.social and @adamgumby.bsky.social joined me to decide which one deserves the crown!
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
LISTEN: talesfromthebacklog.fireside.fm/201
WATCH: youtu.be/RID972hPlFY
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Are you in dev, media, or content creation and have a story to tell about why Pokemon is special to you, has influenced your work, or overall just made an impact on your life? Would you want to tell me about it for a 30th anniversary Kotaku story? Get in touch: kshepard@kotaku.com. RTs appreciated!
a boy in a red hat is kneeling next to a pikachu in a forest .
ALT: a boy in a red hat is kneeling next to a pikachu in a forest .
media.tenor.com
February 2, 2026 at 7:58 PM
Are you in dev, media, or content creation and have a story to tell about why Pokemon is special to you, has influenced your work, or overall just made an impact on your life? Would you want to tell me about it for a 30th anniversary Kotaku story? Get in touch: kshepard@kotaku.com. RTs appreciated!
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A story in three parts:
February 1, 2026 at 11:44 PM
A story in three parts:
A story in three parts:
February 1, 2026 at 11:44 PM
A story in three parts:
Just bury me here
February 1, 2026 at 12:50 AM
Just bury me here
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Here's what's coming to Tales from the Backlog in February! Surprise surprise- great conversations on the way with these fantastic guests:
@adamgumby.bsky.social, @retrohangover.bsky.social, @theindieinformer.bsky.social, @shepardcdr.bsky.social and @chipdip.bsky.social
Hope you're excited!
@adamgumby.bsky.social, @retrohangover.bsky.social, @theindieinformer.bsky.social, @shepardcdr.bsky.social and @chipdip.bsky.social
Hope you're excited!
January 31, 2026 at 4:14 PM
Here's what's coming to Tales from the Backlog in February! Surprise surprise- great conversations on the way with these fantastic guests:
@adamgumby.bsky.social, @retrohangover.bsky.social, @theindieinformer.bsky.social, @shepardcdr.bsky.social and @chipdip.bsky.social
Hope you're excited!
@adamgumby.bsky.social, @retrohangover.bsky.social, @theindieinformer.bsky.social, @shepardcdr.bsky.social and @chipdip.bsky.social
Hope you're excited!