Episodes
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This Week: The latest on the Switch 2, Nintendo's legal battle with Palworld, and their crackdown on game piracy—including a massive lawsuit against one player for leaking over 50 Nintendo games. Then we cover the Hogwarts Legacy sequel and how it's set to tie into the upcoming HBO show while Mass Effect gets its own TV adaptation. And are there...
Published 11/13/24
This Week: Dragon Age: The Veilguard is here and is breaking records on Steam, while Black Ops 6 becomes the biggest Call of Duty release yet! Nintendo drops a new music app, giving fans instant access to iconic game soundtracks, and a clever gamer finds a way to dodge future PlayStation Plus price hikes. In less fun news, Sony closes down two studios, including Firewalk Studios the makers of Concord. Lastly, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle makes sure players won’t have to harm any canine...
Published 11/05/24
This Week: Netflix shuts down its AAA gaming studio, and a new survey suggests VR might be losing its edge, even with major tech releases like Apple’s Vision Pro. Plus, Ubisoft announces big changes, shifting Prince of Persia developers to new projects and delaying Assassin’s Creed Shadows. Bethesda’s first-ever Fallout Day brought exciting updates for Fallout 76, and we’ve got all the juicy details. Meanwhile, Kamala Harris’s campaign teams up with Fortnite to launch a custom map aimed at...
Published 10/29/24
This Week: Space Marine 2 gets review-bombed after its latest update, and Spider-Man 2 is coming to PC next year but with a small catch. We recap the Xbox Partner Preview showcase, where they revealed a ton of new games like Alan Wake 2 DLC and FBC: Firebreak, set in the Control universe. Plus, Fallout fans can look forward to the first-ever Fallout Day. Special guest Kahlief Adams from Spawn On Me joins to talk review-bombing and our predictions for Fallout Day.
Published 10/22/24
This Week: Nintendo has revealed its latest piece of tech and it's not what you think. Meanwhile, Pokémon developer Game Freak is grappling with a massive hack that leaked a bunch of sensitive data. We'll also dive into Activision’s AI-powered tool to reduce toxicity in Call of Duty and explore Xbox's exciting new Cloud Gaming feature allowing users to stream their own game libraries. Plus, we’ll look ahead to Xbox’s upcoming Partner Preview event and what surprises might be in store. Join me...
Published 10/16/24
This Week: Halo is back, with 343 Industries officially rebranding and making some major changes to the franchise. Alien fans, get excited—Alien: Isolation is getting a sequel! And Sony’s tackling scalpers head-on with new strategies for the limited-edition PS5 Pro bundles. We’ll also touch on Final Fantasy 14’s pause on house demolitions in light of the recent hurricanes and Palworld is heading to mobile. Join me and our special guest, Riana Manuel-Pena, as we break it all down!
Published 10/08/24
This Week: Blizzard Entertainment, the creators of World of Warcraft, are reportedly back at it with a StarCraft shooter in the works, Ubisoft is pushing back the release of Assassin’s Creed Shadows, while The Last of Us Season 2 dropped a fresh new trailer. We also talk California’s new law aimed at making digital game stores more transparent about ownership. We then break down the biggest reveals from Sony PlayStation’s State of Play, with special guest Trisha Hershberger hanging out to...
Published 10/02/24
This Week: The Nintendo Switch 2 console design has been leaked and has everyone talking, while Battlefield’s next game promises a return to modern-day warfare. Plus, Sony is celebrating the PlayStation’s 30th anniversary with some hot new limited-edition consoles, and Space Marine 2 has smashed its way into the top 10 most-played games on Steam! Meanwhile, Nintendo has at long last decided to take legal action against Palworld. Join me and my guest this week, Danny Peña, to talk about our...
Published 09/24/24
This Week: Sony PlayStation has officially revealed the long-awaited PS5 Pro, and we’re breaking down the console's specs, pricing, and fan reactions. Microsoft is also making headlines with news of layoffs impacting hundreds in its gaming division. Plus, we’ve got the scoop on a new "Superman" game and after nearly a decade, Flappy Bird is set to make a comeback! Stick around for an interview with Parris Lilly to discuss the PS5 Pro and the future of gaming consoles.
Published 09/17/24
This Week in Gaming: The first Minecraft movie trailer has arrived, and it’s stirring up some strong opinions. We also talk about the new handheld PC that’s aiming to dominate the market, the rise of PlayStation’s Astro Bot video game after Concord’s fall, and whispers of a Hogwarts Legacy sequel. Plus, we’ve got the scoop on what to expect from Starfield’s first story expansion. Ubisoft's Chastity Vicencio stops by to chat about Astro Bot's Game of the Year (GOTY) potential and what it's...
Published 09/10/24
This week in gaming: Black Myth: Wukong's Xbox delay takes an unexpected twist, Concord goes offline after a rocky launch, and Star Wars Outlaws players are upset over an early access patch. Plus, Alan Wake and Control announce they're making their way to film and TV, and Sony preps for the launc of a new PS5 console? Join me and the Washington Post's Gene Park as we dive into the Concord controversy and the latest rumors surrounding the potential PS5 Pro release!
Published 09/04/24
This Week: Gamescom 2024 just wrapped up, and we're covering all the big announcements from the show, including a new trailer for Borderlands 4, a Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 update, and an adorable surprise with King of Meat. We also take a look at the massive success of Black Myth: Wukong, which is breaking records around the globe, and Amazon Games' CEO’s controversial comments on AI and voice acting in gaming. Plus, Valve’s latest game Deadlock is making waves without even being available...
Published 08/27/24
This Week: A look into the latest and strangest world record in gaming and it looks like the long-awaited PC port of Red Dead Redemption might finally be on the horizon. Plus, Overwatch 2's latest season brings a new hero from Mars, two exciting maps, and a crossover with World of Warcraft. We’ll also dive into the rescue of one of Xbox’s top studios, leaked release dates for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, as well as all the...
Published 08/20/24
This Week: We dive into all the big reveals from Disney’s biggest fan event of the year, D23, including new Disney character crossovers with Fortnite. Plus, Borderlands fans can look forward to some new games, and a major leak hits Netflix. We'll also cover the ongoing fan backlash against Helldivers 2, the exciting new Dragon Ball MOBA, and a heartwarming Minecraft project making a real impact in the lives of children. Join me and IGN's Stella Chung as we discuss what surprised us most from...
Published 08/13/24
This Week: Ed Boon teases Kitana’s debut in the upcoming Mortal Kombat 2 movie, gamers mourn the closure of Game Informer, and Obsidian's Avowed gets a release date. Plus, Valorant makes its way to consoles, a teaser for The Last of Us Season 2 drops, Xbox shares their plans for Gamescom, and Bungie faces more layoffs. Also, is the developer of God of War working on a brand new game? Join me and Kahlief Adams as we discuss why we're going to miss Game Informer and what we expect from this...
Published 08/06/24
This Week: We're diving into the backlash facing Apex Legends, the return of Mortal Kombat’s Animalities, and the latest developments in AI in the gaming industry. We'll also discuss the controversial AI-generated cosmetic allegedly found in Call of Duty, video game voice actors officially going on strike, and bidding farewell to the Xbox 360 Marketplace. Plus, the one and only Maude Garrett returns to share her San Diego Comic-Con adventures and the biggest announcements from the show!
Published 07/30/24
This Week: We’re catching up on the continuing backlash against Game Pass and the beta dates for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. We’ve got a potential Bioshock 4 leak, the return of College Football gaming, and a wild new Xbox controller inspired by Deadpool's booty. Also, Paramount+ has canceled the Halo TV series after just two seasons, and the Fallout TV show racks up 16 Emmy nominations. My guest, Kahlief Adams, joins me to discuss Microsoft's troubles with the FTC over their changes to Xbox...
Published 07/23/24
This Week: We're breaking down all the changes coming to Xbox Game Pass and how they will affect Day One access for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Disney announces the release date for their new RPG, Disney Pixel RPG, and a Twitch streamer beats Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree using a dance pad. Overwatch 2 starts an exciting crossover event with the Transformers, and we have a new update on the A Quiet Place game. Join me and Andrea Rene as we discuss the Xbox Game Pass price hike controversy...
Published 07/16/24
This Week: The Watch Dogs movie finally begins filming and Elden Ring’s latest DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, gets a new update. Meanwhile, a Nintendo executive sheds light on why games are taking longer to develop, BioShock’s development team ramps up recruitment, and a man in England is arrested for carrying a Zelda Master Sword. Plus, the reason behind why a GTA 5 story expansion was canceled. Jesse Cox joins me this episode with a fascinating chat about the inner workings of making a video...
Published 07/09/24
This Week: The future of Ubisoft takes shape with some popular game remakes on the horizon, while Elden Ring’s latest DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is a success story that may be too difficult to play. Capcom drops news on their upcoming lineup of games at their Capcom Next event, and a recent study shows the staggering number of video games that remain unplayed in people's game libraries. Plus, Will Smith joins me to discuss the new Elden Ring expansion and whether hard-to-beat games should be...
Published 07/03/24
This Week: Fortnite’s new mode smashes records, Forza Horizon 5 adds history's most iconic cars and the A Quiet Place game finally gets a new trailer. Palworld may be coming to PlayStation, and I’ve got all the biggest highlights from the latest Nintendo Direct. Plus, Danny Pena returns to discuss the new Nintendo titles we're most excited for and how we feel about the industry now that we're halfway through the year.
Published 06/25/24
This Week in Gaming, we're diving into the latest review bombing and the exciting potential release window for Gears of War: E-Day. We've got news on a classic horror franchise coming to Apple phones, a fresh update for PlayStation's Spider-Man 2, and the cast reveal for Sony's Until Dawn movie. Plus, PS5 finally gets a much-needed update. Join me and Victor Lucas as we share our biggest predictions for the upcoming Nintendo Direct and chat about our favorite new games from Summer Game Fest!
Published 06/18/24
This week, we're diving into the jam-packed reveals from Summer Game Fest, Ubisoft Forward, and the Xbox Summer Showcase. From the announcement of Lego Horizon to Harry Potter Quidditch Champions. From Xbox, we saw Doom: The Dark Ages, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Metal Gear Solid 3 remake, and a new Gears of War and Fable game; and that's just scratching the surface! Plus, stick around for my chat with Kahlief Adams discussing our time at SGF and our biggest game highlights!
Published 06/11/24
A truly action-packed episode! We cover everything from Sony's State of Play to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 hitting Xbox Game Pass. Google gives gaming another go with YouTube Playables, and The Boys’ Homelander joins Mortal Kombat. We also dive into the Neil Druckmann controversy and the issue of what happens to your digital game libraries when you die. And stick around for my chat with Andrea Rene about our most anticipated Summer Game Fest announcements!
Published 06/04/24