The Losers of the Yearlies
Me and friends do tournament brackets for games we like each year.
Every last place game from every year. Left column is just for the year. This does not work on mobile.
Keep in mind that these brackets were the best we could come up with, so of course the last place games will still probably be great.
Here is a link to the channel in case you're curious: https://www.youtube.com/@theyearlies24601
Every last place game from every year. Left column is just for the year. This does not work on mobile.
Keep in mind that these brackets were the best we could come up with, so of course the last place games will still probably be great.
Here is a link to the channel in case you're curious: https://www.youtube.com/@theyearlies24601
135 Games
Clanky Pick
Lost 4-1 against Old World in Losers Round 1
My brain simply wasn't big enough to comprehend this game.
Lost 4-1 against Old World in Losers Round 1
My brain simply wasn't big enough to comprehend this game.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against The Eternal Cylinder in Losers Round 1
Maybe the real Inscryption were the friends we made along the way.
Lost 3-2 against The Eternal Cylinder in Losers Round 1
Maybe the real Inscryption were the friends we made along the way.
Clanky Pick
Lost 4-1 against Metroid Dread in Losers Round 1
The only time monkeys in balls ever failed us.
Lost 4-1 against Metroid Dread in Losers Round 1
The only time monkeys in balls ever failed us.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion in Losers Round 1
These non-believers simply aren't on the same level as my CEO Grindset.
Lost 3-2 against Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion in Losers Round 1
These non-believers simply aren't on the same level as my CEO Grindset.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Deep Rock Galactic in Losers Round 1
I've turned around a bit on Cyberpunk but I still probably wouldn't vote for it much this bracket.
Lost 3-2 against Deep Rock Galactic in Losers Round 1
I've turned around a bit on Cyberpunk but I still probably wouldn't vote for it much this bracket.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Final Fantasy VII Remake in Losers Round 1
Graham's dramatic music as his game goes down round 1 was saddening but very grandiose.
Lost 3-2 against Final Fantasy VII Remake in Losers Round 1
Graham's dramatic music as his game goes down round 1 was saddening but very grandiose.
Jordan Pick
Lost 4-1 against Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time in Losers Round 1
Not much to say, this one was just a bit surprising.
Lost 4-1 against Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time in Losers Round 1
Not much to say, this one was just a bit surprising.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Phasmophobia in Losers Round 1
I mean, they are some gosh darn classics.
Lost 3-2 against Phasmophobia in Losers Round 1
I mean, they are some gosh darn classics.
Christian and Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Katana ZERO in Losers Round 1
Very sad, goose game is funny and he go honk and hurt people.
Lost 3-2 against Katana ZERO in Losers Round 1
Very sad, goose game is funny and he go honk and hurt people.
Clanky Pick
Lost 4-1 against The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening in Losers Round 1
The pain in Jordan's voice as he realized that he played Mini Metro and loved it, only for this to be crushed by his own pick. Absolutely tragic.
Lost 4-1 against The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening in Losers Round 1
The pain in Jordan's voice as he realized that he played Mini Metro and loved it, only for this to be crushed by his own pick. Absolutely tragic.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown in Losers Round 1
We started off the round by having 3 of us immediately say that we can't be sold on Fire Emblem, so at least expectations were set.
Lost 3-2 against Ace Combat 7: Skies Unknown in Losers Round 1
We started off the round by having 3 of us immediately say that we can't be sold on Fire Emblem, so at least expectations were set.
Christian Pick
Lost 5-0 against Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling in Losers Round 1
I talked about this for, at most, one minute. It was doomed.
Lost 5-0 against Bug Fables: The Everlasting Sapling in Losers Round 1
I talked about this for, at most, one minute. It was doomed.
Clanky Pick
Lost 5-0 against God of War in Losers Round 1
I think Mick would have broken the Geneva Convention to ensure this game wouldn't get a single vote.
Lost 5-0 against God of War in Losers Round 1
I think Mick would have broken the Geneva Convention to ensure this game wouldn't get a single vote.
Jordan Pick
Lost 3-2 against Red Dead Redemption 2 in Losers Round 1
This is when we really started realizing that Jordan's Wild Cards were cursed.
Lost 3-2 against Red Dead Redemption 2 in Losers Round 1
This is when we really started realizing that Jordan's Wild Cards were cursed.
Mick Pick
Lost 5-0 against Hitman 2 in Losers Round 1
I'm sorry my sweet rats, maybe next time.
Lost 5-0 against Hitman 2 in Losers Round 1
I'm sorry my sweet rats, maybe next time.
Graham and Christian Pick
Lost 2-0 against Kirby Star Allies in Losers Round 1
Half of the people there voted for one of my Honorable Mentions in protest, so if I could include PUSS! here as a second game, I would.
Lost 2-0 against Kirby Star Allies in Losers Round 1
Half of the people there voted for one of my Honorable Mentions in protest, so if I could include PUSS! here as a second game, I would.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against Titanfall 2 in Losers Round 1
Titanfall would go on to win the whole thing so Golf Story supporters shouldn't feel too bad.
Lost 3-2 against Titanfall 2 in Losers Round 1
Titanfall would go on to win the whole thing so Golf Story supporters shouldn't feel too bad.
Battle Royale Winner
Lost 3-2 against Divinity: Original Sin 2 in Losers Round 1
We brought arms into this world, and just as swiftly took them out.
Lost 3-2 against Divinity: Original Sin 2 in Losers Round 1
We brought arms into this world, and just as swiftly took them out.
Jordan Pick
Lost 5-0 against Super Mario Odyssey in Losers Round 1
I was accused of betraying this game when I voted against it, even though the last 20 hours I played were me trying to make the game worse for everyone else.
Lost 5-0 against Super Mario Odyssey in Losers Round 1
I was accused of betraying this game when I voted against it, even though the last 20 hours I played were me trying to make the game worse for everyone else.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against NieR: Automata in Losers Round 1
Graham was so confused when this became one of his entries and I think that was indicative of its future performance.
Lost 3-2 against NieR: Automata in Losers Round 1
Graham was so confused when this became one of his entries and I think that was indicative of its future performance.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Sonic Mania in Losers Round 1
This one could not catch a break after losing to Persona 5, it's probably pretty fun.
Lost 3-2 against Sonic Mania in Losers Round 1
This one could not catch a break after losing to Persona 5, it's probably pretty fun.
Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against The Jackbox Party Pack 3 in Losers Round 1
Not as good as Civ V clearly.
Lost 3-2 against The Jackbox Party Pack 3 in Losers Round 1
Not as good as Civ V clearly.
Jordan Pick
Lost 4-1 against Overcooked in Losers Round 1
This probably deserved more love but I'm glad it got it's ass kicked to losers bracket by Kirby Planet Robobot.
Lost 4-1 against Overcooked in Losers Round 1
This probably deserved more love but I'm glad it got it's ass kicked to losers bracket by Kirby Planet Robobot.
Graham Pick
Lost 4-1 against Ratchet and Clank in Losers Round 1
We just aren't huge Uncharted fans it seems.
Lost 4-1 against Ratchet and Clank in Losers Round 1
We just aren't huge Uncharted fans it seems.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Hitman in Losers Round 1
When I voted for Stellaris, Graham gifted me a copy of the game, so I'm the real winner at the end of the day.
Lost 3-2 against Hitman in Losers Round 1
When I voted for Stellaris, Graham gifted me a copy of the game, so I'm the real winner at the end of the day.
Graham Pick
Lost 5-0 against The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in Losers Round 1
Not only did Graham say this game would get no votes, but look at what it died to and tell me if it had a chance.
Lost 5-0 against The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt in Losers Round 1
Not only did Graham say this game would get no votes, but look at what it died to and tell me if it had a chance.
Christian Pick
Lost 4-1 against Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain in Losers Round 1
This was a desperation pick when one of the games I submitted wasn't a 2015 game, so yeah its destiny was short-lived.
Lost 4-1 against Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain in Losers Round 1
This was a desperation pick when one of the games I submitted wasn't a 2015 game, so yeah its destiny was short-lived.
Taylor Pick
Lost 4-1 against Fallout 4 in Losers Round 1
I just don't think a lot of us are Splatoon super-fans.
Lost 4-1 against Fallout 4 in Losers Round 1
I just don't think a lot of us are Splatoon super-fans.
Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against Super Mario Maker in Losers Round 1
I think even Mick acknowledged that this game wouldn't be up all our alleys, but I did try to defend it when I could.
Lost 3-2 against Super Mario Maker in Losers Round 1
I think even Mick acknowledged that this game wouldn't be up all our alleys, but I did try to defend it when I could.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze in Losers Round 1
You can't compete with apes on ice.
Lost 3-2 against Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze in Losers Round 1
You can't compete with apes on ice.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Mini Metro in Losers Round 1
I'm sure Tolkien is Rolkiening in his grave.
Lost 3-2 against Mini Metro in Losers Round 1
I'm sure Tolkien is Rolkiening in his grave.
Christian Pick
Lost 5-0 against Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire in Losers Round 1
So upset about this one, what a lovely game, hated to see it go.
Lost 5-0 against Pokemon Omega Ruby/Alpha Sapphire in Losers Round 1
So upset about this one, what a lovely game, hated to see it go.
Mick Pick
Lost 4-1 against The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth in Losers Round 1
I played it once. It was mid.
Lost 4-1 against The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth in Losers Round 1
I played it once. It was mid.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle in Losers Round 1
If this game had to eat concrete so that Walking could get to Round 2 then so be it.
Lost 3-2 against Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle in Losers Round 1
If this game had to eat concrete so that Walking could get to Round 2 then so be it.
Graham and Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against The Legend of Zelda a Link Between Worlds in Losers Round 1
Actually amazed this didn't go further, but silly pirate assassin game may have to wait another day.
Lost 3-2 against The Legend of Zelda a Link Between Worlds in Losers Round 1
Actually amazed this didn't go further, but silly pirate assassin game may have to wait another day.
Graham Pick
Lost 4-1 against Guacamelee in Losers Round 1
I did try to care about it.
Lost 4-1 against Guacamelee in Losers Round 1
I did try to care about it.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Warframe in Losers Round 1
I feel bad about this one as I may have been the one most vocally against the game.
Lost 3-2 against Warframe in Losers Round 1
I feel bad about this one as I may have been the one most vocally against the game.
Christian Pick (and honorary Clanky Pick)
Lost 3-2 against Super Smash Bros. for WiiU in Losers Round 1
The vitriolic hatred towards this game leading to its ejection was unforgivable and this will not be the last time these fuckers see Tomodachi Life.
Lost 3-2 against Super Smash Bros. for WiiU in Losers Round 1
The vitriolic hatred towards this game leading to its ejection was unforgivable and this will not be the last time these fuckers see Tomodachi Life.
Christian Pick
Lost 5-0 against Battleblock Theater in Losers Round 1
This game blows I can't believe I picked it as one of my choices.
Lost 5-0 against Battleblock Theater in Losers Round 1
This game blows I can't believe I picked it as one of my choices.
Graham Pick
Lost 4-1 against Resident Evil Revelations in Losers Round 1
I can't sum up a single thought or opinion on this game, it deserved to lose.
Lost 4-1 against Resident Evil Revelations in Losers Round 1
I can't sum up a single thought or opinion on this game, it deserved to lose.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against Dragon's Dogma in Losers Round 1
I don't think I've seen more hate for a game than this one, totally understandable.
Lost 3-2 against Dragon's Dogma in Losers Round 1
I don't think I've seen more hate for a game than this one, totally understandable.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against New Super Mario Bros. U in Losers Round 1
I couldn't make a single visualization of this game in my head and that's kind of why I voted against it.
Lost 3-2 against New Super Mario Bros. U in Losers Round 1
I couldn't make a single visualization of this game in my head and that's kind of why I voted against it.
Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against Spec Ops: The Line in Losers Round 1
Sad this lost but it did lead to one of the best Yearlies filibusters and led Spec Ops to a high place which is also a great game.
Lost 3-2 against Spec Ops: The Line in Losers Round 1
Sad this lost but it did lead to one of the best Yearlies filibusters and led Spec Ops to a high place which is also a great game.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against Desu Ex: Human Revolution in Losers Round 1
It is nice that there was very little hate for this game, just apathy.
Lost 3-2 against Desu Ex: Human Revolution in Losers Round 1
It is nice that there was very little hate for this game, just apathy.
Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against Mario Kart 7 in Losers Round 1
I actually love this game and the fact that it lost to what it did is frankly a war crime.
Lost 3-2 against Mario Kart 7 in Losers Round 1
I actually love this game and the fact that it lost to what it did is frankly a war crime.
Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against Bayonetta 2 in Losers Round 1
Ended up watching Clanky stream this game later and honestly, it looks quite good.
Lost 3-2 against Bayonetta 2 in Losers Round 1
Ended up watching Clanky stream this game later and honestly, it looks quite good.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Terraria in Losers Round 1
I also love this game and it stings that it was beaten by one of my actual picks.
Lost 3-2 against Terraria in Losers Round 1
I also love this game and it stings that it was beaten by one of my actual picks.
Graham Pick
Lost 5-0 against LittleBigPlanet 2 in Losers Round 1
You know, everyone's favorite!
Lost 5-0 against LittleBigPlanet 2 in Losers Round 1
You know, everyone's favorite!
2010s Honorable Mentions
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Halo Reach in Losers Round 1
This game is cute, what the fuck happened!?
Lost 3-2 against Halo Reach in Losers Round 1
This game is cute, what the fuck happened!?
Jordan Pick
Lost 3-2 against Red Steel 2 in Losers Round 1
Sad, this game is so neat and has an awesome soundtrack.
Lost 3-2 against Red Steel 2 in Losers Round 1
Sad, this game is so neat and has an awesome soundtrack.
Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against WarioWare D.I.Y in Losers Round 1
This vote became probably the most important moment in the entire Yearlies.
Lost 3-2 against WarioWare D.I.Y in Losers Round 1
This vote became probably the most important moment in the entire Yearlies.
Graham Pick
Lost 4-1 against Sid Meier's Civilization V in Losers Round 1
This absolutely didn't deserve last place but at least it was bopped by what would be the winner of that bracket as a whole.
Lost 4-1 against Sid Meier's Civilization V in Losers Round 1
This absolutely didn't deserve last place but at least it was bopped by what would be the winner of that bracket as a whole.
Graham and Mick Pick
Lost 3-2 against Overlord 2 in Losers Round 1
I mean Overlord is like Pikmin, how could I resist?
Lost 3-2 against Overlord 2 in Losers Round 1
I mean Overlord is like Pikmin, how could I resist?
Graham Pick
Lost 4-1 against Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story in Losers Round 1
Uncharted 2: Among Us
Lost 4-1 against Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story in Losers Round 1
Uncharted 2: Among Us
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 in Losers Round 1
This game is perfect, but perfection is boring.
Lost 3-2 against Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 in Losers Round 1
This game is perfect, but perfection is boring.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time in Losers Round 1
:(
Lost 3-2 against Ratchet & Clank Future: A Crack in Time in Losers Round 1
:(
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Wario World in Losers Round 1
Oh wow I love Infamous-I mean I love Dishonored-I mean I love Spider-Man-I mean...
Lost 3-2 against Wario World in Losers Round 1
Oh wow I love Infamous-I mean I love Dishonored-I mean I love Spider-Man-I mean...
Mick Pick
Lost 4-1 against The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy in Losers Round 1
While I originally had no interest in this game, the horrific screenshots that could cause nightmares in those who view them kind of sold me.
Lost 4-1 against The Grim Adventures of Billy & Mandy in Losers Round 1
While I originally had no interest in this game, the horrific screenshots that could cause nightmares in those who view them kind of sold me.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against Valkyria Chronicles in Losers Round 1
This isn't just living in the shadow of its sequel it's being actively crushed under the weight of its success.
Lost 3-2 against Valkyria Chronicles in Losers Round 1
This isn't just living in the shadow of its sequel it's being actively crushed under the weight of its success.
2000s Honorable Mentions
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Super Smash Bros. Brawl in Losers Round 1
Probably one of my favorite conversations though, just talking about this game's insane voice cast is a riot.
Lost 3-2 against Super Smash Bros. Brawl in Losers Round 1
Probably one of my favorite conversations though, just talking about this game's insane voice cast is a riot.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against Mario Kart Wii in Losers Round 1
This game died here so that Off could crawl just one round ahead and die immediately after, a warriors death.
Lost 3-2 against Mario Kart Wii in Losers Round 1
This game died here so that Off could crawl just one round ahead and die immediately after, a warriors death.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Castle Crashers in Losers Round 1
Pour one out for Mr. Frog, taken from us too soon.
Lost 3-2 against Castle Crashers in Losers Round 1
Pour one out for Mr. Frog, taken from us too soon.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Persona 3 in Losers Round 1
I wish I gave a better pitch for this, the game is so simple but it is very charming. Stood no chance against BioShock or Persona 3 though so what're you gonna do.
Lost 3-2 against Persona 3 in Losers Round 1
I wish I gave a better pitch for this, the game is so simple but it is very charming. Stood no chance against BioShock or Persona 3 though so what're you gonna do.
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Halo 3 in Losers Round 1
This game died so that Mario Party DS could run.
Lost 3-2 against Halo 3 in Losers Round 1
This game died so that Mario Party DS could run.
Taylor Pick
Lost 5-0 against Sam & Max Save the World in Losers Round 1
As soon as I heard the words "card game", my votes were already decided sadly.
Lost 5-0 against Sam & Max Save the World in Losers Round 1
As soon as I heard the words "card game", my votes were already decided sadly.
Clanky Pick
Lost 5-0 against Super Mario Galaxy in Losers Round 1
We were all amazed that this may be one of the first games in the Yearlies to get zero votes from anyone.
Lost 5-0 against Super Mario Galaxy in Losers Round 1
We were all amazed that this may be one of the first games in the Yearlies to get zero votes from anyone.
Clanky Pick
Lost 3-2 against The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess in Losers Round 1
It's not as good as Wii Sports Resort.
Lost 3-2 against The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess in Losers Round 1
It's not as good as Wii Sports Resort.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Kingdom Hearts II in Losers Round 1
So upset that my pitch flopped, but in my defense, I literally described the whole game.
Lost 3-2 against Kingdom Hearts II in Losers Round 1
So upset that my pitch flopped, but in my defense, I literally described the whole game.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion in Losers Round 1
I almost got into fisticuffs over this game so it sucks that it was taken out by a franchise I don't care much about.
Lost 3-2 against The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion in Losers Round 1
I almost got into fisticuffs over this game so it sucks that it was taken out by a franchise I don't care much about.
Mick Pick
Lost 4-1 against Marvel: Ultimate Alliance in Losers Round 1
Look, Mick pitched this game and I honestly forgot almost everything about it.
Lost 4-1 against Marvel: Ultimate Alliance in Losers Round 1
Look, Mick pitched this game and I honestly forgot almost everything about it.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Lego Star Wars: The Video Game in Losers Round 1
Not too miffed about this one, it was a lot of fun talking about it.
Lost 3-2 against Lego Star Wars: The Video Game in Losers Round 1
Not too miffed about this one, it was a lot of fun talking about it.
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Psychonauts in Losers Round 1
I didn't have any hope this could make it far but I'm glad I got to pitch it.
Lost 3-2 against Psychonauts in Losers Round 1
I didn't have any hope this could make it far but I'm glad I got to pitch it.
Clanky Pick
Lost 4-1 against Star Wars Battlefront II in Losers Round 1
Clanky would later end up regretting sending this game to losers where it would meet its end.
Lost 4-1 against Star Wars Battlefront II in Losers Round 1
Clanky would later end up regretting sending this game to losers where it would meet its end.
Taylor Pick
Lost 3-2 against Mario Hoops 3-on-3 in Losers Round 1
It's like that one mini-game from SpongeBob SquarePants Lights Camera Pants!
Lost 3-2 against Mario Hoops 3-on-3 in Losers Round 1
It's like that one mini-game from SpongeBob SquarePants Lights Camera Pants!
Christian Pick
Lost 3-2 against Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves in Losers Round 1
I'm so pissed this game is amazing why does everyone have bAD TASTE!?
Lost 3-2 against Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves in Losers Round 1
I'm so pissed this game is amazing why does everyone have bAD TASTE!?
Graham Pick
Lost 3-2 against Nancy Drew: Curse of Blackmoor Manor in Losers Round 1
No you didn't read that wrong.
Lost 3-2 against Nancy Drew: Curse of Blackmoor Manor in Losers Round 1
No you didn't read that wrong.
Mick Pick
Lost 4-1 against Scooby-Doo! Mystery Mayhem in Losers Round 1
This underrated game perished so that another underrated game could run into the next round and lose immediately.
Lost 4-1 against Scooby-Doo! Mystery Mayhem in Losers Round 1
This underrated game perished so that another underrated game could run into the next round and lose immediately.
Clanky Pick
Lost 4-1 against The Sims 2 in Losers Round 1
What a travesty this didn't go further but it did get messed up bad by its placement.
Lost 4-1 against The Sims 2 in Losers Round 1
What a travesty this didn't go further but it did get messed up bad by its placement.
Jordan Pick
Lost 4-1 against Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue in Losers Round 1
While it may have gotten last on this bracket, I don't think anyone could ever definitely say that it's bad.
Lost 4-1 against Ty the Tasmanian Tiger 2: Bush Rescue in Losers Round 1
While it may have gotten last on this bracket, I don't think anyone could ever definitely say that it's bad.
Mick Pick
Lost 4-1 against Metroid Zero Mission in Losers Round 1
I don't think Mick even said that he liked this game that much, and as another Sonic fan I have to agree with him.
Lost 4-1 against Metroid Zero Mission in Losers Round 1
I don't think Mick even said that he liked this game that much, and as another Sonic fan I have to agree with him.