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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Thank you again to @forestminish.tv for an awesome chat about #FantasyCritic and #Nintendo Check out Episode 25 of #HypeFactor and also go listen to The Nintendo Shack

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

In case you needed a visual! Our breakdown of #fantasycritic Holds, Drops, and Split Vote

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

EPISODE 24 IS LIVE! In this episode Jon and Marcus discuss games we’re waiting on release dates for and whether you should ‘Hold OR Drop’. News, a look back and score predictions too! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1P3n... #GetHyped #FantasyCritic

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

We are recording a new episode of Hype Factor this week. Lots of question still to be answered - we are covering the age old question 'Hold' or 'Drop'!! Send us your questions and comments by Wed Aug 19! Which games are you dropping? Which games are you still holding out hope? #fantasycritic

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Here is the sequel data we used to discuss on the episode

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

EPISODE 21 IS LIVE! In this episode Jon and Marcus explore how safe (or unsafe) sequels are for #FantasyCritic As always, news, looking ahead and pixel prognostications. Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3n4V... #GetHyped

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Episode 20 is live! We talk about HikarW (Matt's) detailed draft guide - posted below!

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Time to crowd source a bidding strategy! How much would you (or did you) bid for Ocarina of Time Remake? #fantasycritic #ocarina

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

Awesome time this past weekend talking #fantasycritic with Garret. If you haven't already done so give Ep. 19 a listen, and then immediately go check out the RPG Cave! @carpoolgaming.com

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

EPISODE 19 is live! In this episode we chat with @blandexplosion.bsky.social about his FC history and strategies with RPGs. Plus news, what’s coming up and guessing review scores! #GetHyped #FantasyCritic Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5oOs...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

EPISODE 18 IS LIVE In this episode Jon and Marcus do a deep dive into determining how much to bid on games. Plus news, look back at a busy February and predict March game scores. #GetHyped #FantasyCritic Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2fXS...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Reminder that Episode 17 is out now! Waiver wire hidden gem tier list -- Spoilers below! #fantasycritic #gethyped Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1VwA...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

EPISODE 17 IS LIVE! In this episode Jon and Marcus create a tier list of games likely to be available on your waiver wire. Have you added any of these games? Where do you agree or disagree? #GetHyped Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/1VwA...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 03/01/2026

EPISODE 16 IS LIVE! Jon and Marcus provide their 2026 Fantasy Critic Draft Preview. #GetHyped #FantasyCritic Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4NAP...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 24/11/2025

EPISODE 14 IS LIVE! In this episode Jon and Marcus discuss their own gaming journeys. Plus news, a look back at Nov & tips on what to pick up for the final month of the season. #GetHyped Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2gYU...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

EPISODE 13 IS LIVE! In this month’s episode Dan from Canada @fielderschoice9.bsky.social joins us to talk Critics Royale and the FC Super League. Plus, news, pixel prognostications and more! GET HYPED! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: spotify.link/E5eu7DCqOXb

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

EPISODE 12 IS LIVE! We’ve had #SimmeringHype ever since @cpgsean.bsky.social from Carpool Gaming to agreed to come on to chat fantasy with us! And it did not disappoint! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/25BM... #FantasyCritic

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 31/08/2025

EPISODE 11 IS LIVE! Jon and Marcus discuss how risky DLC is for #FantasyCritic. Plus news, a look at August and what’s coming soon! GET HYPED!!! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/25l0...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 28/07/2025

EPISODE 10 IS LIVE! With new Borderlands and Mafia games coming, Jon & Marcus decided to do a deep dive on publisher, 2K Games. Plus news, a look at July and what’s coming soon! GET HYPED! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3ieV... #FantasyCritic

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 16/07/2025

Nintendo doing Nintendo things Were you able to snag it for your #fantasycritic team?

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

Amazing time hanging out talking about Fantasy Critic and Summer Game Fest!

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 30/06/2025

EPISODE 9 IS LIVE! It was our pleasure to welcome @mrkstep.bsky.social from @sixoneindie.com and @pstrophyroom.bsky.social to join us for this one. Kyle digs into his recs from SGF and how he picks indies for FC. Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/0uGc...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

New episode is LIVE! Jon and Marcus get together for an emergency podcast to review announcements from Summer Game Fest. GET HYPED! #FantasyCritic Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5CZt...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 10/06/2025

Recording a SGF Roundup Emergency Podcast tonight! Hit us with your SGF questions and we'll answer 'em on the show!

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Some disappointed fantasy critic players today... surprising score incoming

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 26/05/2025

Episode 7 is LIVE! In this episode Jon and Marcus rank the top unannounced games in Fantasy Critic for the 2025 season. GET HYPED!!! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/49Uw...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Pixel prognostication time! Reviews are dropping tomorrow. What score do you think it’s getting? #DoomTheDarkAges

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Episode 6 is LIVE! In this episode Jon and Marcus welcome the creator of Fantasy Critic, Steve Fallon! GET HYPED!!! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/49Uw...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

New episode of HypeFactor incoming tomorrow! It was our pleasure to welcome our first guest to the podcast - Steve Fallon, creator of Fantasy Critic. Listen in to hear us chat with Steve about FC, Nintendo Switch 2, and more!!

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

Donkey Kong Bonanza might be breaking some waiver wire records. Did you manage to pick it up?

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Hopefully at least a few of you out there were able to snag Blue Prince for your Fantasy Critic teams!

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

And Finally, For those clown face fans out there, Silksong did make its April 2 appearance as many were predicting, but its not necessarily the date we were looking for. Still just a 2025 generic release date, but don’t lose hope, still lots of time left for us to be truly disappointed. ($?)

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Ok, Nintendo Switch 2 Fantasy Critic Thread Incoming...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Episode 05 is LIVE! In this episode Jon & Marcus do a deep dive on indie powerhouse Annapurna Interactive. And of course discuss fantasy news, rumors, upcoming games and more! GET HYPED! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/7x6c...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 27/02/2025

EPISODE 4 IS LIVE! Jon & Marcus discuss the best strategies for picking up Indie Games for Fantasy Critic. Plus they discuss relevant news, upcoming games, listener questions and more! GET HYPED!!! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/h... Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/5jWT...

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 25/02/2025

Two Point Museum settling in nicely 🔥 Were you able to snag it for your team?

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

Civilization VII with solid, if unspectacular, reviews so far. Did you draft Civ 7? If so, is this where you thought it would land?

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Hype Factor: A Fantasy Critic Podcast @hypefactor.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

Can’t say we saw those Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 scores coming! Were you able to snag it for your team?

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