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Sacred Icon: A Video Game Podcast

Bryan Arivett and Michael Kincaidpodcasters.spotify.com
From the latest video game news to reflections on nostalgic moments of the past theres no end to the things we'd like to discuss. We believe some of the best conversations about this hobby comes from late night gaming sessions or chatting with someone in line at a midnight launch, so we put that energy into a podcast. Keep it Sacred! Support us: www.patreon.com/sacredicon Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/tpR53Sn6nK Email us: sacrediconpodcast@gmail.com Watch us: www.youtube.com/sacredicon
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Episodes

Episode 194: PS5 vs. Xbox: Duel of the Fates

It's that familiar and exciting time, the summer of game announcements is upon us. Both Playstation and Xbox have upcoming showcases, but the expectations are quite different. Who will be the victor?

May 20, 20233 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 196

Episode 193: Bryan's Top 50 Games Part II

Despite the cries of Bryan's daughter in the background and a multitude of internet issues, we bring you 31-40 of Bryan's Top 50 Games of All Time list. Are any of these games on yours?

May 12, 20231 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Episode 192: State of Xbox

Stagnant subscriber growth, lowered console sales, a blocked acquisition and a terrible first party release are the issues Xbox faces just this year alone. That doesn't even begin to cover the 10 years prior that had some highs, but more often than not all to familiar lows. What is to keep fans of the platform optimistic when things are so dire? The only drug that contends with hype is nostalgia, but sometimes...even that's not enough.

May 06, 20234 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 193

Episode 191: Aperture Survivor's Resident Odyssey

ZERO Spoilers for Jedi Survivor. This week Josh and Bryan talk about what they've been playing. From Resident Evil 4 Remake to Jedi Survivor and everything in between. It's a good year for gaming.

Apr 29, 20231 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Episode 190: The Super Mario Bros. Movie Discussion Part II (Feat. Greenplumber)

We're back after another viewing of The Super Mario Bros. Movie to finish up part two of our thoughts on one of the biggest animated movies of all time. Does the movie keep its style and breakneck pace throughout its second half? Build your kart and take a trip down Rainbow Road with us.

Apr 22, 20231 hr 56 minSeason 1Ep. 191

Episode 188: Bryan's Top 50 Games Part I

Everyone has their favorites. The only thing Bryan and Josh enjoy as much as a good video game is a good LIST! Here's 41-50 in this multi-part series.

Apr 08, 20231 hr 15 minSeason 1Ep. 189

Episode 187: I Want Your BACONATOR!

Joshua returns. Who can forget the era of the midnight launch? If you weren't there to experience it or would like to just bask in the memories, join us.

Mar 30, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 188

Episode 185: LORE Part IV (Feat. HaloGuy)

Halo Infinite has been out for over a year, but there was a time when its release was still years away. It's time to discuss which theories we were right about and those from which we couldn't have been further off. This is LORE!

Mar 18, 20231 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 186

Episode 184: Echoes Within (Feat. HaloGuy)

Season 3 of Halo Infinite has arrived and with that is a whole new set of expectations. Do we love the direction 343's taking the extended narrative or does the update leave us wanting? Come find out.

Mar 11, 20231 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 185

Episode 183: LORE Part III (Feat. HaloGuy)

Where are all of the threads 343 has been weaving over the last decade leading to? What is the eventual end game for the Halo universe? Here to help me answer these questions is the one, the only, HaloGuy.

Mar 05, 20231 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 184

Episode 182: Betcha Can't Stick It (Feat. HaloGuy, Colin & Cory)

Halo 2 had a hype hitherto undreamt of. Riding off the success of Combat Evolved, Bungie aimed to be bigger, better and more badass. Did they succeed? My good friends offer an assist for a long overdue discussion.

Feb 25, 20231 hr 47 minSeason 1Ep. 183

Episode 181: Kingdom Hearts (Feat. Wesley Eaton)

It's Disney meets Final Fantasy. We discuss the beloved classic that added a whole new meaning to the word "convoluted". It's the elevator pitch heard around the world, this is Kingdom Hearts.

Feb 21, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 182

Episode 180: Beorn's Baby Back Ribs

The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug is the middle chapter from one of our all-time favorite trilogies. We covered An Unexpected Journey months ago, how does the sequel compare?

Feb 11, 20231 hr 37 minSeason 1Ep. 181

Episode 179: Phil Spencer Presents "Gaming" (Feat. Greenplumber)

Every decade or so the stars align and deliver a truly exceptional year in gaming. 1998 and 2007 step aside because 2023 has entered the chat. From Starfield to The Legend of Zelda these are our most anticipated games of the year.

Feb 05, 20231 hr 49 minSeason 1Ep. 180

Episode 178: OG Xbox Era

Nintendo? Sega? Nothing to worry about. But what about Sony? Microsoft decided it wasn't ready to forfeit the living room space just yet. It needed some Mountain Dew, cheese fingers and a hell of a lot more Halo. This is the OG Xbox Era.

Jan 28, 20232 hr 32 minSeason 1Ep. 179

Episode 177: The Future of Halo

If you've been following Halo at all you'll know that it just had one of the worst weeks of its 21 year lifespan. We do our best to establish a beacon of optimism, but every now and then even we let our guard down.

Jan 24, 20231 hr 26 minSeason 1Ep. 178

Episode 176: Knights of the Round

Bryan along with his fellow Final Fantasy fans NERVA, IPHOTONI and Wesleytypes discuss their history with the series and the influence it has had in their lives.

Jan 14, 20231 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 176

Episode 174: Ancient, Epic, Mysterious

We've reached the end of Halo Infinite's first full year of being the latest game in the series. There has been a lot to get excited about and there's still so much to come. This is our year in review.

Dec 31, 20221 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 174

Episode 173: The Santa Clause

Seeing isn't believing, believing is seeing. Enjoy this festive episode from your Sacred boys. Happy Holidays everyone.

Dec 22, 20221 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 173

Episode 172: Return of the Almighty LAN

There was an era before any of us had capable internet where we would lug our giant CRT TV's and Xbox's anywhere we could to get just a taste of that sweet large scale competitive multiplayer. Journey back with us as we revisit a much simpler time.

Dec 17, 20221 hrSeason 1Ep. 172

Episode 171: LORE Part II (Feat. HaloGuy)

Halo 4, Halo 5 and Halo Infinite tell a story that some say is disjointed, but are there themes & connections that run deeper than what's on the surface? We think so.

Dec 10, 20221 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 171

Episode 170: LORE Part I (Feat. HaloGuy)

Sacred Icon plus Halo Guy equals an overflowing love for Halo in an episode that could never be long enough to discuss everything the franchises lore has to offer, but we'll try! HAPPY BIRTHDAY SPARKEYS!!!

Dec 03, 20221 hr 35 minSeason 1Ep. 170

Episode 169: Prepare to Die

Bryan stands with many who find From Software's games to be among some of the best ever created. Meanwhile, Josh hasn't boarded the hype train quite yet. Arise now, Ye Tarnished.

Nov 19, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 169

Episode 167: Birth of a Modern Classic: God of War 2018

Journey to the highest peak of the tallest mountain with Bryan and Joshua as they discuss one of the few games to ever be awarded a 10/10 in their collective eyes. Fimbulwinter has begun and soon Ragnarok will be upon us. BOY!

Nov 05, 20221 hr 50 minSeason 1Ep. 167

Episode 166: Hallow's Eve (Feat. Greenplumber)

It's time for our annual Halloween episode. From the falling leaves of autumn to the monsters under your bed this season has something to offer any creature of the night. Cover your eyes.

Oct 31, 20221 hr 51 minSeason 1Ep. 166

Episode 165: What Lies Beyond

Bryan and Joshua discuss the major franchises in gaming that came after the release of Halo. There was once a time when Halo dominated our gaming careers, but now? There are many experiences that have brought us the same highs. What are yours?

Oct 22, 20221 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 165
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