Sinopsis
Cousins collide in Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming discussion podcast where family values take a back seat to debates and discussions as heated as our mothers will allow.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
Episodios
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NQHS Podcast Episode 11 - Destiny 2: Edge of Failure, MK2 trailer impressions
23/07/2025 Duración: 01h45minThis episode was recorded on July 20th 2025.This week, we’re talking about Microsoft’s latest layoffs and what they mean for the gaming industry, plus the FBI’s shutdown of ROM site NSw2u. We also break down the Mortal Kombat 2 movie trailer, discuss why Destiny 2: Edge of Fate isn’t hitting the mark, and dive into the newly greenlit Assassin’s Creed series coming to Netflix.Join the cousins for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 10 - Our 3x3 Favorite Video Games! (Because the Industry Is a Mess)
03/07/2025 Duración: 01h51minThis episode was recorded on June 29th 2025.We know there's been a lot of tough news in the gaming world lately — layoffs, studio closures, project cancellations — and honestly, it's exhausting. So instead of diving into all that negativity, we’re switching gears. In this video, we're each sharing our 3x3 favorite video games — that's 9 games each — the ones that made us fall in love with gaming in the first place. From nostalgic classics to modern masterpieces, this is a celebration of the games that bring us joy.Join cousins Jaz, Manny, Taz AND NOW MANU for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 9 - Summer Games Fest, Steam Next Fest, All the Fest
03/07/2025 Duración: 02h11minThis episode was recorded on June 15th 2025.In this episode, we're joined by the fourth missing piece, while discussing all the new announcements shown during the Summer Games Fest and demos we've tried during the Steam Next Fest. We also go over the success of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, while giving our opinion on the console so far. We round up the podcast on our thoughts on the future of handheld gaming.Join cousins Jaz, Manny, Taz AND NOW MANU for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 8 - EA cancels Black Panther, Randy Pitchford should stop talking probably.
04/06/2025 Duración: 01h20minThis episode was recorded on June 1st 2025.Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 7 - For the love of the game
22/05/2025 Duración: 02h16minThis episode was recorded on May 18th 2025.After a short break, the cousins get back together to discuss their latest obsession with Clair Obscur Expedition 33, the Borderlands 4 State of Play, Bungie's Marathon controversy with stolen artwork, and more! We round the podcast with our opinion on difficulty in video games...Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 6 - Marathon reveal, No Mercy pulled from Steam
16/04/2025 Duración: 01h07minThis episode was recorded on April 13th 2025.In this episode, the cousins discuss Bungie's Marathon reveal, as well as the recent controversy with Zerat Games' No Mercy. Celebrating the release of Last of Us season 2, we discuss on what games we'd like to see get the HBO treatment!Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes. 00:00 Intro
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NQHS Podcast Episode 5 - Oops, all Direct
03/04/2025 Duración: 01h23minThis episode was recorded on April 3rd 2025.In this episode, we break down everything from the last two Nintendo Directs – from the exciting game reveals to hardware details of the Nintendo Switch 2, and even the all-important pricing details.Don’t forget to leave a comment below – we want to hear your thoughts on Nintendo’s latest Direct!Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 4 - Discord’s Big Move, Ubisoft’s Backlash & Our Worst Games Ever
20/03/2025 Duración: 01h41minThis episode was recorded on March 16th 2025.In this episode, we discuss Discord going public, Ubisoft's current predicament with their shareholders, Scopely acquiring Ninantic Games, as well as some of the latest games we're playing, such as Monster Hunter Wilds, Split Fiction, RoboCop Rogue City and Mullet Madjack. We round the episode with a discussion on some of the "worst" games we've played, and what we define a "bad" game.Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot. Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 3 - This title was not generated by AI
06/03/2025 Duración: 01h35minThis episode was recorded on March 2nd 2025.In this episode, we discuss our collective experience with Avowed, WB cancelling the upcoming Wonder Wonder game and shutting down Monolith Productions, as well as the decline in PS5 Pro sales. We also share our thoughts of AI in gaming, as well as our best memories of GameStop Canada (Ebgames). Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 2 - State of Play Flabber Check: Unghasted
20/02/2025 Duración: 01h25minIn this episode, we discuss the disheartening situation at WB Games, as well as Sony's lackluster State of Play. We round it up on our thoughts on why we believe Nintendo is doing so well in the gaming industry compared to others.Join cousins Jaz, Manny and Taz for Not Quite High Score, a bi-weekly gaming podcast where we discuss what we're currently playing and current events in the world of video games. We also argue. A lot.Send us an e-mail at NotQuiteHighScore@gmail.com for topics you would like us to discuss in future episodes.
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NQHS Podcast Episode 1 - Somehow, NQHS returned...
06/02/2025 Duración: 01h43minIn this first episode, we discuss the revival of the podcast, the Xbox Developer Direct, and the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal announcement. We also share what we think our sleeper game of 2025 will be.