Game/life Balance U.s. Podcast

Cody gives a Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain review based on his first 30 hours of gameplay. Check out the first episode featuring Jon’s brand-new microphone, and hear him follow Cody’s review with a chat about Diablo 3, Hearthstone, and Bojack Horseman. Show Notes: * Cody kicks off the review by discussing the storyline of the series, including how accessible this game is to Metal Gear newcomers * Jon asks about the new open world format of Metal Gear Solid V, and Cody addresses how the change in structure affects the feel of the series * Cody describes what “open world” means to the Metal Gear Solid series, including the new “episode” structure of the storyline * Jon inquires about the actual game mechanics, so Cody explains the iDroid system, the sneaking and combat mechanics, and what “stealth game” precisely means in the context of the Metal Gear series * Moby Dick references and symbolism! Hooray! * Cody explains Mother Base and the private army you