Podcast
LayedBackGamer's Lorecast
The audio edition of my YouTube lore and theory videos — exploring the haunting stories, worlds, and mysteries of RPGs through immersive, longform narrative analysis.
- Video Games chart
- #189
- Episodes
- 43
- Releases
- Daily
- Typical length
- 25 min
- On air since
- 2025
- Latest episode
- 2 months ago
Episodes
43 episodes, newest first
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15 min
Who is the Zen Master? | Cyberpunk 2077 Theory
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He initially appears during "Imagine" that begins an ongoing questline of 3 more associated quests. Each one guiding V through a meditation of a nature braindance. Just who is this Monk though and how does he seemingly heal others and vanish?
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10 min
There Are CLONES of Adam Smasher? | Cyberpunk 2077 Theory
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This theory proposes that Smasher isn't a simple borg conversion, but rather Arasakas most powerful construct.
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1 hr 39 min
Silverhand Story Collection | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore Narrations
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This composes all of Silverhand's major stories. Never Fade Away, The Fall of The Tower, & Black Dog.
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12 min
"Las Vegas of Space" - The Crystal Palace | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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The Crystal Palace is one of if not the most elusive location within the Cyberpunk series.
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28 min
The Night City Boogeyman - Adam Smasher | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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A Solo and Lap Dog for the Arasaka corporation, he's known for his lack of empathy and abundance of collateral damage. So just who is he and where did he come from?
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18 min
Biotechnica's Disturbing Conspiracy | Cyberpunk 2077 Theory
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At a glance, it seems that Biotechnica sets itself apart as one of the "good guy" corps. This however, is just a façade.
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22 min
The Truth Behind Cyberpunk's New Ending... | Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty
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There's various ways to look at this new ending, but honestly, it's not nearly as melancholic as you might initially believe. There's realistic hope for the future of V.
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25 min
V Can Survive Every Ending…But Should They Return? | Cyberpunk 2077 Theory
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At a glance it seems that V is set up to die after 2077. This may not be the case though. I believe that V can survive...no matter the ending.
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31 min
The Most VILE Characters of Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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These are the most vile characters in Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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23 min
The BEST Corporate Military - The Lazarus Group | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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A megacorporation that ranks above the likes of Arasaka and Militech during the 2020s and Time of Red. So just who are they?
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3 hr 5 min
Over 3 Hours of Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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This is over 3 hours of Cyberpunk 2077 Lore compiled into a single video.
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30 min
Cyberpunk 2077 is a Horror Game...
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Cyberpunk 2077 is a horror game. Here’s why…
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3 hr 26 min
The Stories of EVERY Night City Legend | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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This is over 3 hours of Ad Free Cyberpunk 2077 Night City Legend Lore
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25 min
Cyberpunk 2077’s BIGGEST Misconceptions
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Debunking Cyberpunk 2077's Biggest Misconceptions.
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26 min
The UNTOLD Stories of Cyberpunk 2077
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Night City is full of chaos. So here’s an anthology of Cyberpunk 2077 short stories. Please enjoy.
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38 min
The Districts of Night City | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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Night City has a lot of districts. Let's discuss them.
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24 min
The Problem With Night City Legends | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
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There's a serious problem with Night City Legends. Let's discuss why.
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26 min
The WORST Fates in Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
Season 2, Episode 1
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The dark future has no shortage of disturbing fates, so let's discuss them.
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24 min
Cyberpunk 2077's Abandoned Timelines
Season 1, Episode 13
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Cyberpunk 2077 has some retconned timelines. Do they matter? Yeah...they do. Here's an exploration of them.
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11 min
Cuban Assassin & Legend - Aguilar | Cyberpunk 2077 Lore
Season 1, Episode 14
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This video essay covers the story of Cyberpunk Phantom Liberty's newest living legend. Aguilar Nubiola. A Solo and Assassin for the Cuban Underground, they're known for their terrifying presence and cool appearance. Their appearance in negotiations alone has been known to sway the tide. So just who is Aguilar?
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