Checking Off the Boxes on Your Backlog Games List
Support Boss Rush on Patreon here.Your backlog is staring you down, your library is overflowing, and somehow choosing the next game feels harder than beating the final boss. This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein tackle the evergreen struggle of gaming backlogs—how they decide what to play next, cope with choice paralysis, and why focusing on a few favorite series can ease the anxiety of endless options. In the end, conquering your backlog isn’t about playing everything—it’s about fully enjoying what you choose to play.Email Questions to the Boss Rush Podcast.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
The Biggest Anniversaries in Video Games in 2026
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast: Is Valve about to sell a $1,000 “console,” and what does that mean for gamers in 2026?On this week’s Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein dive into Steam Machine price leaks, 2026’s major game anniversaries, and whether gaming resolutions make our hobby fun—or feel like work.They break down why the Steam Machine might cost $950–$1,070, how it compares to PCs and consoles, and what Valve’s strategy could mean for gamers. Plus, they celebrate milestones from Zelda, Metroid, Resident Evil, Halo, Sonic, and more—and share tips for keeping your gaming goals flexible, fun, and stress-free.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast!Follow our Hosts:Corey Dirrig, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush NetworkLeRon Dawkins, VP of Technology and Culture at Boss Rush NetworkPatrick Klein, Games Manager at Boss Rush NetworkJoin the Boss Rush Community: Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast. If you’re watching this episode on YouTube, hit the Subscribe button, Like the video, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss an episode! If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, consider leaving us a rating and a review as it helps with discoverability and growth. Support Boss Rush on Patreon for exclusive content, early access and audio versions of shows, become a Patreon Producer, and more. Visit our website for all of our content including reviews, news, daily Boss Rush Banter discussion topics, listicles, features, and more. However you support us, it means so much to us. Thank you for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network. #BossRushPodcast #Metroid #Zelda #Persona #DonkeyKong #VideoGames #GamingPodcast #SteamMachine #GamingHardware #GameAnniversaries #GamingResolutions #2026Gaming
Star Wars, Tomb Raider, & Expedition 33 Take Over The Game Awards
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast: The Boss Rush Podcast wraps up 2025 with a big discussion on The Game Awards, where Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 stole the show, and big new game announcements that have us excited for 2026 and beyond!Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein break down all the winners and announcements from The Game Awards. Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 cleaned house, winning nearly every category it was nominated in. Big reveals included the surprise reveal of Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic, Larian's new title Divinity, Coven of the Chicken Foot from storied director Bruce Straley, Remedy's Control: Resonant, and more. They also chat about upcoming titles like Mega Man: Dual Override, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis, Phasmophobia on Switch 2, and the questionable reveal of Highguard from former APEX Legends and Titanfall devs' new studio. This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast.Follow our Hosts:Corey Dirrig, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush NetworkLeRon Dawkins, VP of Technology and Culture at Boss Rush NetworkPatrick Klein, Games Manager at Boss Rush NetworkJoin the Boss Rush Community: Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast. If you’re watching this episode on YouTube, hit the Subscribe button, Like the video, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss an episode! If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, consider leaving us a rating and a review as it helps with discoverability and growth. Support Boss Rush on Patreon for exclusive content, early access and audio versions of shows, become a Patreon Producer, and more. Visit our website for all of our content including reviews, news, daily Boss Rush Banter discussion topics, listicles, features, and more. However you support us, it means so much to us. Thank you for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network. #BossRushPodcast #TheGameAwards #Expedition33 #ClairObscur #StarWarsFOTOR #Divinity #MegaManDualOverride #TombRaider #GamingPodcast #BossRushPodcast #VideoGames #GamingNews #UpcomingGames
Predicting The Game Awards Announcements & Netflix Buys Warner Bros.
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast: Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins dive into their first impressions of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, what’s going on in the Destiny 2 Renegades Expansion, the new shows they’ve been watching, and the reveal of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. They also break down Netflix’s absolutely wild move to buy Warner Bros. for $82.7B, giving them huge movie franchises and major game studios like NetherRealm, Rocksteady, Avalanche, and TT Games. Plus, Fallout creator Tim Cain is officially back full-time at Obsidian working on a secret project, and Geoff Keighley’s creepy demon statue teaser has everyone guessing what The Game Awards is cooking. They wrap up with this week’s rotating segment: Conference Call featuring their Game Awards predictions—plus one crazy long shot.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast.Follow our Hosts:Corey Dirrig, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush NetworkLeRon Dawkins, VP of Technology and Culture at Boss Rush NetworkJoin the Boss Rush Community: Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast. If you’re watching this episode on YouTube, hit the Subscribe button, Like the video, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss an episode! If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, consider leaving us a rating and a review as it helps with discoverability and growth. Support Boss Rush on Patreon for exclusive content, early access and audio versions of shows, become a Patreon Producer, and more. Visit our website for all of our content including reviews, news, daily Boss Rush Banter discussion topics, listicles, features, and more. However you support us, it means so much to us. Thank you for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network. #BossRushPodcast #GamingNews #MetroidPrime4, #Destiny2Renegades, #HyruleWarriors, #Netflix, #WarnerBros, #GamingNews, #Fallout, #TheGameAwards #NintendoSwitch2
Dan Houser Slams AI, Yacht Club Games Needs a Hit, & Switch 2’s Best Games
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast: Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Patrick Klein, and Edward Varnell discuss some interesting topics happening in the gaming industry right now. Former Rockstar writer Dan Houser criticizes AI leaders as “not the most humane or creative,” warning about AI hype and its long-term impact. Yacht Club Games faces a “make-or-break” moment with its long-delayed Mina the Hollower, as the studio looks to secure its financial future. CD Projekt Red reaffirms its plan to release the entire new Ciri-led Witcher trilogy within six years, despite skepticism about the ambitious timeline. They also cover the weekly rotating segment and a look at the top Switch 2 games, from Pokémon Scarlet & Violet to Kirby Air Riders.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast.Follow our Hosts:Corey Dirrig, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush NetworkEdward Varnell, Cofounder of Boss Rush NetworkLeRon Dawkins, VP of Technology and Culture at Boss Rush NetworkPatrick Klein, Games Manager at Boss Rush NetworkJoin the Boss Rush Community: Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast. If you’re watching this episode on YouTube, hit the Subscribe button, Like the video, and hit the notification bell so you don’t miss an episode! If you’re listening on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, consider leaving us a rating and a review as it helps with discoverability and growth. Support Boss Rush on Patreon for exclusive content, early access and audio versions of shows, become a Patreon Producer, and more. Visit our website for all of our content including reviews, news, daily Boss Rush Banter discussion topics, listicles, features, and more. However you support us, it means so much to us. Thank you for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network.