Cool Story Bro

A Dive into Brighter Shores

Welcome back to Cold Story Bro! After a brief hiatus, we're diving into the immersive world of The Great Brightest Shores. Join us as we explore this exciting MMO, bringing you updates and insights into its latest developments. Our episode kicks off with Jack's roundup of recent gaming news you might have missed. From the release of Arcane's new season, which stays true to its high standards, to the evolving landscape of video game adaptations and the intriguing possibility of future Xbox handheld consoles. We delve into the nuances of video game storytelling, as well as the challenges and excitement of playing games like Sea of Thieves on private servers. Our discussion also touches upon nostalgic moments, revisiting devices like the original PSP, and looking ahead to future gaming technologies. Concluding with a focus on Brighter Shores, we discuss updates, gameplay mechanics, and the community's response to the game's unique features, including the controversial multiboxing situation. Join us for an engaging journey through the gaming universe as we share news, reviews, and our personal gaming experiences.   Sponsor: 2Game – Get official game keys at discounted prices instantly! Check out coolstorybro.gg/game (http://www.coolstorybro.gg/game) for deals. Social Media Links: • Discord ( https://discord.com/invite/9YbksWf ) • Facebook ( / thesneakybros ) • Instagram ( / coolstorybrospod ) • Twitter (https://x.com/CoolStoryBrosGG) • CoolStoryBro.GG (http://coolstorybro.gg/)   Special Thanks: Intro Song by the amazing Ryan Heenan as featured in Time, Forbes and The Washington Post - https://ryanheenan.com/home-v2

Call of Duty Special

It's COD launch week and we thought we would take a trip back looking at the highs and lows of the franchise including a deep dive into our top games from the series and our all time best maps. Black Ops 6 launched last week for the first time ever on gamepass so now is the perfect time to jump in. Sponsor: 2Game – Get official game keys at discounted prices instantly! Check out coolstorybro.gg/game (http://www.coolstorybro.gg/game)  for deals. Social Media Links:   •  Discord (  / discord  )           •  Facebook (  / thesneakybros  )               •  Instagram (  / coolstorybrospod  )               •  Twitter (https://x.com/CoolStoryBrosGG)               •  CoolStoryBro.GG (http://coolstorybro.gg/) Special Thanks: Intro Song by the amazing Ryan Heenan as featured in Time, Forbes and The Washington Post - https://ryanheenan.com/home-v2

Xbox Partner Preview - Call of Duty Launch - Tetris Nugget Game

This week we discuss the Xbox Partner program, including everything from Subnautica 2 to Sea of Thieves.  Jack gives us the interesting facts about Tetris that you might not have known, including how you can get hold of a great nugget game. Plus guess the game is back for another week! Sponsor: 2Game – Get official game keys at discounted prices instantly! Check out coolstorybro.gg/game (http://www.coolstorybro.gg/game)  for deals. Social Media Links:   •  Discord (  / discord  )           •  Facebook (  / thesneakybros  )               •  Instagram (  / coolstorybrospod  )               •  Twitter (https://x.com/CoolStoryBrosGG)               •  CoolStoryBro.GG (http://coolstorybro.gg/)  Special Thanks: Intro Song by the amazing Ryan Heenan as featured in Time, Forbes and The Washington Post - https://ryanheenan.com/home-v2

Netflix Gaming - The Gaming Awards - State of Play

We are joined by Jamie from https://netflixgamingclub.com/ The Netflix Gaming Club takes listeners on a journey through the best games that are available right now, for free, with a Netflix subscription. Each week, hosts Lindsay, James, and Yasmin break down the unique experience each selected Netflix game offers, piquing listeners' interest in playing the game, and helping them to get past that ‘first hour hump’ that a new game can present. Conversation ranges from initial gameplay and aesthetics to a deconstruction of the themes and the meaningful experience each game offers. We also focus on the up coming gaming awards and everybody gives their pick for the game of the year. Plus Jamie shows us his skill in Jack’s guess the game   Sponsor: 2Game – Get official game keys at discounted prices instantly! Check out coolstorybro.gg/game (http://www.coolstorybro.gg/game)  for deals.   Social Media Links: * Discord (  / discord  )       * Facebook (  / thesneakybros  )           * Instagram (  / coolstorybrospod  )           * Twitter (https://x.com/CoolStoryBrosGG)           * CoolStoryBro.GG (http://coolstorybro.gg/)   Special Thanks: Intro Song by the amazing Ryan Heenan as featured in Time, Forbes and The Washington Post - https://ryanheenan.com/home-v2

Winter is coming - Frostpunk, Platformer Nostalgia & Theme Hospital – Oh My!

TheSneakyBros are back with another episode of Cool Story Bro, and this time they’re diving deep into some iconic games! First, they tackle the chilling strategy game Frostpunk, where survival in a frozen apocalypse tests your wits and moral compass. Next up, the bros take a nostalgic trip through the world of 3D platformers, revisiting classics like Spyro and Crash, and discussing whether the genre is poised for a comeback. Finally, they relive the quirky fun of Theme Hospital—a management game that never fails to bring laughs. And guess what? The fan-favorite segment Guess the Game is back! Play along as one of the bros describes a game and the other has to guess. Can you figure it out before they do? Don’t miss this gaming-packed episode full of memories, strategies, and laughs! Plus, learn how you can get bonus episodes and support the podcast as it grows. Sponsor: 2Game – Get official game keys at discounted prices instantly! Check out coolstorybro.gg/game [http://www.coolstorybro.gg/game] for deals. Social Media Links * Discord [https://discord.gg/jp3aVKf] * Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/TheSneakybros] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/coolstorybrospod/] * Twitter [https://x.com/CoolStoryBrosGG] * CoolStoryBro.GG [http://coolstorybro.gg/] Special Thanks Intro Song by the amazing Ryan Heenan as featured in Time, Forbes and The Washington Post - https://ryanheenan.com/home-v2 [https://ryanheenan.com/home-v2]