Beating My Backlog - 2025 Edition

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  • Опубликовано: 4 фев 2025

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  • @phalxor
    @phalxor 15 дней назад +11

    I scroll and deliberate for too long on nearly every video in my timeline but the moment I see your content its almost an instant click. Clean concise title, presentation. I like your set, not to braggadocious. Even the sound is cozy and I'm not an asmr or audio stickler really. Just a cozy feeling overall. Chillin in the game office zone. I always like hearing about what you are playing as it spans multiple generations, genres and systems. Always fun and interesting, helps my brain make connections to games I might otherwise have forgotten about or maybe aren't really aware of. I don't think other creators get into their personal thoughts on a game as much and would choose to instead comment on whatever a game mag might feel the need to talk about, just parroted information you can obtain anywhere. Thanks for being a real youtuber and putting yourself out there. Best of luck with the backlog.

    • @shinra2755
      @shinra2755 15 дней назад +2

      Steph is one of the best gaming RUclipsrs. I agree with everything you’re saying above too!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +2

      The way this comment just made me smile…
      Thanks so much for the kind words. It truly means a lot. My reason for making videos is exactly what you said. I just want a laid back/ chill space to talk about a hobby that I enjoy. Happy to hear that others can see that and appreciate it!
      Thank you!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      Thank you sooooo much! I appreciate you!

    • @aaronblake475
      @aaronblake475 13 дней назад +1

      Totally agree!

  • @kiwisen
    @kiwisen 14 дней назад +3

    Instant sub🎉🎉🎉🎉 you are so warm hearted 🎉 the right thimg to chill to after a hard day at work😇

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад

      Awwww....thanks so much! I appreciate it.

  • @luroc
    @luroc 15 дней назад +1

    i JUST finished house in fata morgana last night and it was an incredible experience. expertly written story. took me a little over 30hrs. i also have Persona 5 royal (steam version) on my list to tackle for this year. I only played vanilla version like 8 years ago so im excited to give royal a try. ive got yakuza 4 on my list of games in that series to tackle this year. stoked. that analogue pocket is beautiful btw. Love the variety of this backlog. Let's get it!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад +1

      I feel like I'm towards the end of the game but I have no clue because I don't want to look up to see where I am. Trying to avoid spoilers at all costs.
      I will be so disappointed in myself if I don't buckle down and complete it. I left off right after I finished Kaneshiro's Palace (the bank). I love it but it's sooooooo long and I am one that gets distracted easily.
      The Pocket is my jam!! It's such a beautiful piece of hardware. Almost makes me want to start collecting again for the GBA/GB/GBC.

  • @chestertheblack
    @chestertheblack 15 дней назад +3

    NEW FAVORITE CHANNEL

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      Aww…thank you! Welcome to the channel!

  • @1nfamousme
    @1nfamousme 3 дня назад

    Cyberpunk has been in my backlog for over a year now! I’ll get to it. Love your channel.

  • @Blinkoom
    @Blinkoom 14 дней назад +1

    Dang you have so many bangers in here, and lots of log VNs and RPGs so best of luck to you 😅half of these games are ones I need to play as well so maybe I'll try to knock out a few of them as well. I haven't played an Ace Attourney game since the DS...
    Also love that sweatshirt!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад +1

      Ooooohhh....if you liked the Ace Attorney games you should totally play the ones that dropped after the DS! One of my favorite series!

  • @yochrisnelson
    @yochrisnelson 16 дней назад +3

    Skyward Sword HD is sooooo good! I played it after Breath of the Wild and wasn’t sure if it was gonna be worth the time but it ended up being one of my favorite games on the Switch with no motion controls required. Awesome list, and great video as always!

    • @neobogard
      @neobogard 15 дней назад +1

      Skyward Sword is probably my favourite Zelda game of all time. It has such a studio Ghibli feel to it and I love Skyloft.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      Whoa!!!! That’s so awesome to hear. I will definitely get around to it this year. One goal that I have is to play through all of the Zelda games (except for the weird CDi ones). Can’t say it’s one of my favorite series without playing a majority of the games.
      I still have Zelda II, Majora’s Mask, Oracle of Ages left.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      This has me excited! Studio Ghibli Zelda sounds like a dream!

  • @MastaT
    @MastaT 16 дней назад +1

    damn ive only ever beat 21 at the most. Nicely done! Im also glad to hear you are enjoying cyberpunk! its launch was pretty rough and i had a hard time finding people that actually enjoyed it. I loved tales of arise, the art is greaaat.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      I totally remember all of the discourse around Cyberpunk when it was released a few years ago. They definitely made up for it with the updates and patches. It’s such an enjoyable experience now.
      Can’t wait to get around to Tales of Arise. I’ve been putting it off for far too long.

  • @jamesdoddiii9393
    @jamesdoddiii9393 16 дней назад +2

    Respect about beating Ys 9. Just beat Ys X Nordics and it was soooooo much fun. Cheers to beating the backlog

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      Thank you. I beat X last year as well. Enjoyed that way even more!

  • @galactoidgaming
    @galactoidgaming 13 дней назад +1

    Great video as always! I’ve had Corpse Party for years on the PSP and keep meaning to play it around Halloween as well. For this year I want to complete a bunch of games I’ve always wanted to finish. Skies of Arcadia, Lunar, Rhapsody etc.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  7 дней назад +1

      I'm glad I'm not the only one that has put off Corpse Party for so long. Lol. Good luck! I have my fingers crossed that we get a Skies of Arcadia remaster. That would be so dope.

    • @galactoidgaming
      @galactoidgaming 6 дней назад

      @StephsTooDef yes! Did you see the recent SEGA trademarks for Skies of Arcadia + Eternal Arcadia? Fingers crossed it’s for a remaster/remake!

  • @gorogorogoro.
    @gorogorogoro. 15 дней назад

    Your video inspired me to change how I approach my backlog a little, so I've made a list of about 20 games with a goal of just beating at least 10 of them, that way I have a nice big list of genres to pull from.
    Great list! Cyberpunk 2077 is at the top of my backlog list this year.
    Also, you've probably heard of them but if you like the Wario Land games, I recommend Pizza Tower, and Anton Blast

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад +1

      That is awesome! I'm a couple of years late but Cyberpunk 2077 really is a gem! Looks like it paid off waiting to play the game since it was riddled with bugs at launch. Plays like a dream now on the PS5 now!
      I have heard of Anton Blast and Pizza Tower. I have Pizza Tower on my Steam Deck and played a bit of it. It's so whacky...I love it. Didn't finish it though. I have Anton Blast on my eShop wishlist. I'll snag it when it goes on sale.
      Good luck with the backlog.

  • @hexyearhexyear
    @hexyearhexyear 14 дней назад

    What a cool channel to randomly come across! I'm also planning my year out but yknow, best laid plans and all that...key is to be flexible but do your best. Over 50 games in a year is absolutely incredible btw, I've never done better than 31 in a year, I can't imagine averaging over 4 games beaten a month!
    Best of luck in 2025!!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад +1

      I had a friend on social media as me how I was able to beat over 50 games in a year. That got me thinking and I have a video coming where I share my tips. Being flexible is ABSOLUTELY on my list of tips.
      To be fair, I'm not sure if I'll reach over 50 again. This was the first time that I've ever done it. I typically beat anywhere from 35-45 games a year.
      We'll see where 2025 takes us! Glad you came across the channel.

  • @SuPRCooPR
    @SuPRCooPR 15 дней назад +2

    I envy the amount of game time you have, I couldn't get through half of that list in one year. With so many good games it'll be a fun task.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      I hear ya. As I’ve gotten older, and after raising my son, I’ve finally got to a place where my time is my own…for the most part! 🤣🤣

  • @bloompikz1880
    @bloompikz1880 16 дней назад +1

    Good luck & have a great year!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      Thank you! Hope you have a great year as well!

  • @Macktube
    @Macktube 14 дней назад +2

    The problem with completing your backlog is sometimes there are so many life responsibilities.Even when you have time, you don't have energy to block in and focus on gaming. You get distracting on other things and don't have the will to lock in and focus, which gaming demands. For me, what helps is focusing on playing the shorter games first. Even if you're more interested in playing other games i force myself to play the short ones and get them done and then get to the other ones. Also very important. You must play consistently at least once every other day. Don't learn more than 3 days go by without playing

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад +1

      I know for a fact that I'm going to always have a backlog...and that's okay. It's never going to be complete. This is why I set out to make a goal to complete a handful of games that have been on my backlog for a while.
      I had a friend on social media ask me how I was able to beat 52 games last year so I plan on doing a video with a few tips that helped me complete my games. I totally agree with you on shorter experiences. I do find that when I've had a stressful day and I don't want to focus on anything big, if I play anything at all, it's typically something chill like Tetris or a platformer or even a cozy game. Nothing too taxing.
      Thanks for watching the video.

  • @ughaghost
    @ughaghost 15 дней назад +3

    I just put together a google doc of any game i could think of that i have wanted to play. not every game i own but several whatever came to mind. different genres and platforms and then i have it so i can look to it when im struggling to find something to play. ultimately im keeping my goal of 2-3 a month on average. leaves room for a longer game to take a whole month and slot some little ones in there. just give myself options but try not to overwhelm myself. Im always thinking of more games and theres stuff i dont even know is coming out that i might be interested so i make space for that as well.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      That's awesome. I keep a list as well but it's handwritten because I'm old lol. I actually want to get around to putting everything in Excels or Google Doc. We'll see how that goes.
      Good luck with the backlog.

  • @femtrooper
    @femtrooper 15 дней назад

    Awesome video! Love that you have a list too! Yakuza 5 is supposed to be a long one and so I’ll probably get to it next year! Lots on here that I need to play soon and are on my list to play this year!!!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад

      That's all I've heard about Yakuza 5....it's long. I have no clue what the story is, which is good. Looking forward to playing it this summer.

  • @nategreatgames78
    @nategreatgames78 16 дней назад +1

    I played Corpse Party on my Vita (PS1 version) and that game is pretty messed up, but I did manage to beat it and got the good (if you can call it that) ending. It’s tough though because some of the things you have to do are not obvious to an extreme degree and ain’t no shame in using a non spoiler guide. Definitely play it with headphones on, it will freak you out.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      I’m so interested in knowing how crazy it gets. I’ll definitely play with headphones. Trust me ain’t no shame in taking a look at a guide. Definitely don’t have the time or patience to be stuck for hours.

  • @ka1eskards679
    @ka1eskards679 12 дней назад

    Great video. I had some time off to start the year and swear I’ve beaten more games in the first few weeks of the year than I have in the last few years combined lol.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  7 дней назад

      That is awesome! I’m glad you were able to clear out some games in your backlog! I’m sure you’re enjoying it.

  • @Locut0s
    @Locut0s 15 дней назад

    Oh shit the Dishonoured series! I’ve been wanting to get into that for a long time, never even played the 1st one. I’ve got so many games to play that at this rate I’m not even going to get around to dying 😂. Trying to get back into gaming seriously, feels like I haven’t played any of the games as I got out of gaming for decades. Been loving trying to game regularly!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      The first Dishonored is a good time! Gaming regularly can be therapeutic! Good luck!

    • @Locut0s
      @Locut0s 13 дней назад

      @ Yes! I love that you say therapeutic because I didn’t really think about that till more recently and how I’ve come to value this aspect of gaming. So especially needed in our crazy, scary, insane world right now too!

  • @supersonicracer19
    @supersonicracer19 15 дней назад

    Mario Galaxy 2 is also on my backlog! I've been going through my games by system, so right now I've been playing my 3ds and wii games, and a couple PC ones. I've been letting the random number generator pick which game I play next for the majority of my time because I have a hard time choosing. This method's worked really well for me. :)

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      I love the idea of implementing the random generator! Think I’m going to use that once I beat DKC! Thanks for watching!

  • @Jules-y6v
    @Jules-y6v 11 дней назад

    Good luck! Also I intend to complete tales of arise at some point. I limit myself to playing 2-3 games at the same time on ps5. 😊 Right now, i am playing biomutant, scarlett nexus, and banishers as a rotation. It's a grind, man. Play for an hour at least

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  7 дней назад

      Nice! I just mentioned Banishers in my latest video! I had a lot of fun with that one. I love the fact that you play 2-3 games at the same time. I'm usually like 3-4 all together. I know a lot of people don't believe in it but it works for me.

  • @LatashaMorra
    @LatashaMorra 15 дней назад

    May your Monday be filled with productivity and positive vibes.✨️ 🙏 😊 ☺️ 💖 💕

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      Amen to that! 🙌

    • @LatashaMorra
      @LatashaMorra 14 дней назад

      I'm grateful for your kind words.😇 😊 🙏 ✨️ 💛

  • @etvow
    @etvow 15 дней назад

    Sounds like I finally need to try that Cyberpunk game. I did not want to play it due to all the bugs it was infamous for but looks like they fixed a lot of that.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      Oh....Cyberpunk is AWESOME! Definitely try to find the time to try it out.

  • @joeeatsgames
    @joeeatsgames 15 дней назад +1

    I’m working on going through the yakuza games this year. I already finished 0 and am on kiwami. It’s great!

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      You are definitely in for a treat! Enjoy!

  • @Boogabeega
    @Boogabeega 16 дней назад +1

    Thanks for uploading today:)

  • @yellowblanka6058
    @yellowblanka6058 14 дней назад

    My Switch backlog isn't too bad (though I don't have NEARLY as many Switch games as you appear to from that shelf behind you), but my digital backlog on PC with Steam, Epic, GoG etc. is pretty insane...."choice paralysis" is a real thing when you have so many games.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад

      'Choice Paralysis' is absolutely a real thing!!! That's exactly why I like to dwindle it down to a way smaller list. We'll see how it goes.

  • @doginmylense
    @doginmylense 16 дней назад +1

    Mario and Luigi Brothership is what I am currently playing and have been since November next up is DKCR on switch this will be my 5th or 6th time playing DKCR but I love it and then I need to play Rain Code from my backlog. Monster Hunter Wilds comes out in late February so I make no backlog promises after Rain Code because Monster Hunter can take me away for hours! I imagine Pokemon Legends Z-A will get completed and I would like to finish my time at Sandrock from my backlog too this year.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      So nice to hear from you!!! Enjoy the games. I picked up DKCR last week I’ll play it once I beat DKC (which I’m currently playing). This will only be my second playthrough!
      I have so many folks in my chat during streams excited about the new MH game. I might have to give it a go. It looks amazing!

  • @rmgb-tv
    @rmgb-tv 16 дней назад

    The only backlog goal I've set myself for 2025 is to beat all 4 of the Trails of Cold Steel games. I'm already 37 hours into the 2nd game so way ahead of schedule. I will be taking a break to play Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in February though. After that I'll reassess things and see if I want to go onto Reverie and Daybreak, or save them for next year and get around to Fantasian or Metaphor instead.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      Nice! I’ve only made it to III but I have all of them in the collection. It’s a special series that a lot of people kinda wrote off in the beginning. Happy to see that it’s making waves now.

    • @rmgb-tv
      @rmgb-tv 14 дней назад

      @@StephsTooDef Yeah, I owned the PSP version of Trails in the Sky 1 since it was first released, yet I only beat it two years ago. I am actually quite glad I waited, because it meant I could play through the entire series so far close together, including Zero and Azure last year. I haven't regretted my decision to try and play all of them for a single second.

  • @omega_sauce
    @omega_sauce 14 дней назад

    Arkane is currently working on Blade.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  13 дней назад

      Oh snap. I didn't know that they are working on something. I'm going to have to look this up!

  • @Peanutchex
    @Peanutchex 15 дней назад

    ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @madkaiser4887
    @madkaiser4887 16 дней назад +1

    Here’s the best to beating more of your backlog this year!

  • @Look-at-the-ghost
    @Look-at-the-ghost 13 дней назад

    Damn you beat 52 games!?!?! Noice

  • @mujijibu
    @mujijibu 16 дней назад

    Yay!!!!!

  • @mistamista_693
    @mistamista_693 8 дней назад

    I just recently beat sleeping dogs. Do u try and get all the trophies or just beat the game in general ?

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  7 дней назад +1

      Sleeping Dogs is such a fun open world game. I don’t go out of my way to get all achievements or the platinum. Definitely will attempt it for the games I’m loving as long as it’s doable.

    • @mistamista_693
      @mistamista_693 7 дней назад

      @StephsTooDef 👍🏿 I'm not really big on trying to platinum games if I get trophies or achievements along the way Kool. I guess I'm old school before the trophy and achievement system our joy was beating the game 💪🏿.

  • @ilianieves9144
    @ilianieves9144 14 дней назад

    I always make a list of games I want to play from my backlog and never complete them 😅

  • @neobogard
    @neobogard 16 дней назад

    Code Veronica is actually the best pre RE4 game in the series. Some may still say RE2 is still the best but CV is definitely a must play and is no DLC/side quest of a game.
    And also as for the Dragon Quest games, I would say DQ2 and DQ5 are the best. DQ2 because is has such a Zelda like feel to it. And DQ5 because of the characters, Smoothness of gameplay and story. But DQ4 is up there as well. I personally found DQ3 to be a bit to linier and a bit on the boring side in comparison to the rest of the series. And DQ6 just pissed me off with the double maps you have to jump in and out in.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад +1

      @@neobogard Nice! I’ll definitely dig into it this year! I’m not looking forward to going back to the tank controls but from what you’re saying it’s worth it.
      I’ve played through DQV, VII, VIII, IX & XI. XI is my favorite but prior to that I was all about V. I should give V a replay though. It’s been so long.

  • @Norg1
    @Norg1 13 дней назад

    My backlog is so big 😭 o well 2ish games at a time

  • @duhmez
    @duhmez 15 дней назад

    200+ Hours in I finally just beatr Dark Souls 2. Alrady beat demoinon souls remaster, dark souls 1, 2, elden ring, bloodborne. Just fired up Dark souls 3 for first time. its gonna bea long haul as usual

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      @@duhmez that’s awesome! You got those Souls hands on lock!

  • @mokuba76
    @mokuba76 16 дней назад

    When Cyberpunk was first released, it was buggy mess. It was better that you waited. I'm focusing on the Atelier Ryza games.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      CD Project Red gets props for making things right! So happy that they took the time out to polish up this game. The experience is top notch!
      Enjoy the Ryza games! I’ve heard great things about them!

  • @LatashaMorra
    @LatashaMorra 15 дней назад

    I'm going to sleep now catch you next time.

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  14 дней назад

      Hope you slept well!! 😴💤

    • @LatashaMorra
      @LatashaMorra 14 дней назад

      You are the best. 👍 😍 ☺️ 💖

  • @MerryLozza
    @MerryLozza 13 дней назад

    I love finding another lady gamer channel! ✊🏻🫶🏻👍🏻

    • @StephsTooDef
      @StephsTooDef  12 дней назад +1

      Shout out to all the lady gamers!!! Represent!!