Episode 353: Backlog Progress, Balatro Controversy, and the Spider-Man Reality Check | New Dad Gaming

The dads are back with a backlog challenge update! Trevor thought he was nearly done with Spider-Man Remastered… until he realized he was only halfway through. Jeff, meanwhile, has to resist the temptation of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 while his son dives deep into Balatro—which brings up a discussion about gaming, gambling, and the importance of guiding our kids through digital experiences. Also, Trevor takes on UFO 50’s surprisingly brutal first game and Jeff actually finishes something!

Key Topics Covered:

• Trevor’s Spider-Man Remastered reality check: Wait, I’m only halfway?
• Jeff finishes Gran Turismo 7—the first backlog victory!
• Balatro and the gambling discussion: When is a game just a game?
• The challenge of resisting Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and other upcoming temptations.
• Trevor’s fight with UFO 50’s Dark Souls-like difficulty.
• The best non-alcoholic beers for dads who want to take a break but still enjoy a drink.

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