We are back after a long break! Brandon and Tim, together again. Brandon quickly recaps Anime Expo and all the anime inspired games he tried out. And Tim talks about his new love for one of the oldest games: Chess! We missed you all and welcome back!

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Back to Games - 08:01

Anime Expo - 18:24

Tim with Chess - 48:33

Wrapping Up and Thank You - 01:09:06

Games we talked about this week: Ninjala 2, Demons’ Night Fever, Qliphah in Providence’s Shadow, Chess

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