Episode 22: We recorded this episode a few minutes after an earthquake shook Vegas, so Travis is on edge. But we dive right into The Outer Worlds co-director Leonard Boyarski's statement that the game will be "political," but not "politically-charged" and the misguided pandering developers often practice to reassure sensitive fans the game is worth buying. We also look at how The Last of Us handles complex moral issues, and how the developers of Mordhau are trying to find a great way to appease their racist community. Finally, we make mid-year reflections on 2019's best games, from The Outer Wilds to Resident Evil 2, and Caleb reflects on his time playing the Metal Gear Solid series, which leads to an attempt to explain Metal Gear Solid to Travis. Emphasis on attempt.
Show Notes:
- The Outer Worlds co-director says it will be political, but not 'politically charged'
- The Last of Us Part 2 won't shy away from politics
- Mordhau Developers Address Controversy, Saying They Won't Add Gender Or Race Filters
Games Discussed: Metal Gear Solid, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, The Outer Wilds, Resident Evil 2 Remake, Scorn
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Hitpoint Pals features the voices of our host William Suitt, Rebekah Markillie, Caleb Warwick, and our producer Travis Lien.
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