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Nick Hanchet
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Gratuitously long sentences at @SteamDeckHQ.com, Co-host/Producer of @backlogbreakers.com, Returning Streamer at Twitch.tv/noodlesource, and Permanent Defender of Final Fantasy XIII ✨
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New Promosky! ✨

Hey! I’m Nick - host of @backlogbreakers.com, writer for @steamdeckhq.com, and an occasional streamer over at twitch.tv/noodlesource.

🧚 Zelda
⚡️ Pokemon
🔮 Final Fantasy

⚔️ RPGs
🏴‍☠️ Action
💀 Roguelikes

If you love games, podcasts, or general inane ramblings, give me a follow!
It's been quite a while since I last streamed, but I decided to do an impromptu stream and see how it turns out!

I'm live, playing Mario Galaxy, because I'm excited about the film and it's a fantastic game. Naturally.
NoodleSource - Twitch
🍜 2007 seems so long ago...
twitch.tv
November 13, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Who on this podcast spoke badly about the studio that gave us, frankly, rubbish and disappointing games like Skyrim and Fallout 4, I wonder...
Happy Hump Day! 🎉

Let's celebrate it with a Episode #14, where we talk about Arc Raiders and its AI problem, Spyro (and how it compares to Crash), and some of our unpopular gaming opinions! Sorry in advance to fans of *everything* Bethesda...

🎧 Listen Here
💬 Join our Discord!
November 12, 2025 at 9:15 AM
I recently reviewed Pokémon Legends: Z-A for @steamdeckhq.com, and while I stand by my score, I have definitely hit a wall in terms of post-story enjoyment that I simply... didn't experience with Legends: Arceus.

If only we could have a Switch 2 version (please and thank you) 🙏
Pokémon Legends: Z-A - Steam Deck HQ
Pokémon Legends: Z-A remains a strong and engaging evolution for the series. Its focus on battles is refreshing, its technical execution is better than any mainline game, and its story is more themati...
steamdeckhq.com
November 11, 2025 at 10:18 AM
Oh yes, this is the episode where we compare Cliffy B to Beyoncé and talk about the "6-7" meme the cool kids are talking about.
It’s almost Halloween, and we’re diving into the *truly* terrifying this week in Episode #12 - that’s right… Game Reviews! 😱🎃

🎧 Listen Here
💬 Join our Discord!
October 29, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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New Promosky! ✨

Hey! I’m Nick - host of @backlogbreakers.com, writer for @steamdeckhq.com, and an occasional streamer over at twitch.tv/noodlesource.

🧚 Zelda
⚡️ Pokemon
🔮 Final Fantasy

⚔️ RPGs
🏴‍☠️ Action
💀 Roguelikes

If you love games, podcasts, or general inane ramblings, give me a follow!
October 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM
So, fuck Microsoft, I guess.
October 28, 2025 at 12:44 AM
New Promosky! ✨

Hey! I’m Nick - host of @backlogbreakers.com, writer for @steamdeckhq.com, and an occasional streamer over at twitch.tv/noodlesource.

🧚 Zelda
⚡️ Pokemon
🔮 Final Fantasy

⚔️ RPGs
🏴‍☠️ Action
💀 Roguelikes

If you love games, podcasts, or general inane ramblings, give me a follow!
October 27, 2025 at 5:12 PM
I’m just as game for having wonderfully detailed garden features as the next person, but I’m wondering how much is too much…
October 25, 2025 at 4:24 PM
I’m finally ready to play World of Warcraft properly, BUT I kinda feel like I’ll be wasting my time until 11.2.7 drops early December-ish with the new player experience.

I DON’T KNOW WHAT TO DO.
New or Returning, Take Your Character to the Next Level! - WoW
Whether you’re new to Azeroth or returning to undertake the next chapter in the evolving story within Midnight, we’ve got you covered when the 11.2.7 content update arrives later this year. New player...
worldofwarcraft.blizzard.com
October 24, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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I would NOT want to be David Harbour today
October 24, 2025 at 10:44 AM
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PowerWash Simulator 2 enhances the gameplay we have come to know and love and puts it in a fantastic, fine-tuned package. It's also amazing to play on #SteamDeck.

A copy was provided by FuturLab for review.

steamdeckhq.com/game-reviews...
PowerWash Simulator 2 Review + Steam Deck Performance - Steam Deck HQ
PowerWash Simulator 2 enhances the gameplay we have come to know and love and puts it in a fantastic, fine-tuned package. It's also amazing to play on Steam Deck.
steamdeckhq.com
October 22, 2025 at 2:07 PM
October 22, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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HEY

WE MADE A GAME!!

Introducing: Cruise Control 🚢🚢🚢

COMING 2026

store.steampowered.com/app/3973220/...

(everyone who shares is invited on the No More Robots cruise, date very pending)
October 22, 2025 at 6:46 PM
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Godbreakers might not be revolutionary, but it’s undeniably entertaining with its particular brand of colorful chaos, satisfying combat, and clever co-op. It's also pretty fantastic on the #SteamDeck.

A copy was provided by Thunderful Publishing for review.

steamdeckhq.com/game-reviews...
GODBREAKERS Review + Steam Deck Performance - Steam Deck HQ
Godbreakers might not be revolutionary, but it’s undeniably entertaining. Its particular brand of colorful chaos, satisfying combat, and clever co-op make it one of those games you’re more than happy ...
steamdeckhq.com
October 21, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Between its confident storytelling and layered management mechanics, Dispatch is shaping up to be one of the most intriguing narrative-driven titles we've ever played, and it's flawless on the #SteamDeck.

A copy was provided by AdHoc Studio for review.

steamdeckhq.com/game-reviews...
Dispatch (Review in Progress) + Steam Deck Performance - Steam Deck HQ
Between its confident storytelling, compelling characters, and layered management mechanics, Dispatch shaping up to be not only one of the most intriguing narrative-driven titles I’ve ever played.
steamdeckhq.com
October 21, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Past 30 days:
🕹️ 7 reviews & previews written for @steamdeckhq.com
☕ Countless cans of Dr Pepper
🎮 Too many hours on the Deck and/or Switch 2 to admit publicly

It’s been a ride over at @steamdeckhq.com, and it's not set to slow down anytime soon.
October 14, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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Would you look at that? We've hit 100 listens!

It might sound small, but to us, it’s massive. It's proof that people are tuning in, chatting, and being part of this growing community.

Thanks for the support, and here’s to many more episodes together! ❤️

🎧 Listen
💬 Discord
October 14, 2025 at 9:10 AM
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They didn't, I'll give him this one
October 11, 2025 at 4:13 PM
How’s Ghost of Yotei treating me?

Swimmingly.
October 10, 2025 at 1:52 PM
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Yooka-Replaylee is a fantastic upgrade over the original, and while it still has some shortcomings, a lot of the modern enhancements needed are now here, and it runs well on the #SteamDeck.

A copy was provided by PM Studios for review.

steamdeckhq.com/game-reviews...
Yooka-Replaylee Review + Steam Deck Performance - Steam Deck HQ
Yooka-Replaylee is a fantastic upgrade over the original, and while it still has some shortcomings, a lot of the modern enhancements needed are now here.
steamdeckhq.com
October 8, 2025 at 1:09 PM
It’s Wednesday, what have you got to do? Listen to our little podcast, that’s what!
Double digits, baby - Episode #10 is now live! 🎉

This week, we discuss whether we're playing games or not, inspired by an incredible video from @pooglesgames.bsky.social, and what we can do to change that.

So, y'know, have a listen...
🔗 Spotify
🔗 Apple

And while you're here...

🔗 Discord

TTYL! ❤️
October 8, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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🚀🚀LITTLE ROCKET LAB IS OUT NOW!!! 🚀🚀

4 years of development, finally available on Steam and Game Pass

store.steampowered.com/app/2451100/...

RTs unbelievably appreciated!! <3
October 7, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Anytime Dancing Mad comes on
October 3, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Buying this purely so I can scream FIT-CHECK FOR MY FORTNITE ERA
Fortnite - Official KPop Demon Hunters Limited-Time Mode Trailer
YouTube video by IGN
youtu.be
October 1, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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Also, we want to know YOUR Game of the Year picks! Drop your predictions in the comments below or, better yet, join the conversation in our Discord and debate it with us!

🔗 Discord

Hope to see you there!
Join the Backlog Breakers Discord Server!
Tackling and/or Dodging Gaming Backlogs Since Time Immemorial... | 12 members
discord.backlogbreakers.com
October 1, 2025 at 8:33 AM