Why Mina the Hollower Has the Besties Talking GOTY Potential
This preview is based only on the episode’s published notes. The Besties, joined by Jason Schreier, dig into why Mina the Hollower feels like a gothic Zelda while pulling from a wider mix of game influences, then shift to Dragon Quest 12’s reported development reboot and the end of Destiny 2.
Based on the show notes, this episode looks like a strong pick for listeners who want both focused game criticism and a quick pass through major industry news. The main event is **Mina the Hollower**, which the notes describe as a “delicious 7-layer dip” of beloved games. The framing suggests a conversation about influence and design lineage: while the game apparently evokes a **gothic Zelda** feel, the hosts seem interested in unpacking the broader set of inspirations that shape it. If you like hearing critics trace how a new release borrows, remixes, and builds on older ideas, that alone may make this worth your time. There’s also a guest appearance from **Jason Schreier** of Bloomberg and Triple Click, which hints at a discussion with an extra layer of reporting and perspective. The notes promise a deeper look at Mina’s “many secrets,” so expect enthusiasm paired with analysis rather than just surface-level praise. In the back half, the episode pivots to two bigger news topics: **Dragon Quest 12’s development reboot** and **the end of Destiny 2**. If you prefer podcast episodes that mix one big review-style discussion with a broader check-in on the week in games, this seems built for that format. If your main interest is whether *Mina the Hollower* sounds like a standout rather than just another retro-inspired project, this preview suggests the episode is especially aimed at you.
About this episode
<p>Mina the Hollower is a delicious 7-layer dip of beloved video games. It looks and feels like a gothic Zelda, but its influences stretch far beyond Nintendo’s action-adventure series. The Besties are joined by Jason Schreier (from Bloomberg and Triple Click) to burrow through one layer after another to uncover its many secrets. In the back half, we talk about the big news of the week: Dragon Quest 12’s development reboot and the end of Destiny 2.</p> <p> </p> <p><p>Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at <a href="http://www.besties.fan/" target="_blank">www.besties.fan</a>. Want more episodes? Join us at <a href="http://patreon.com/thebesties" target="_blank">patreon.com/thebesties</a> for three bonus episodes each month!</p></p>