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THIS WEEK: We've got a lot to cover this week, including thoughts on the latest GTA 6 trailer, Palworld patch update, and a discussion about GEARS of WAR coming to the PS5 and what that could mean for the future of the XBOX brand.
THIS WEEK: We celebrate the 17th anniversary of IRON-MAN and the beginning of the MCU from Marvel Studios. Then, in our "TALK TOPIC of the WEEK," I give my thoughts on THUNDERBOLTS* and whether it is the best movie since Endgame (but you don't need a crystal ball to predict the obvious of my answer to that). All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
Microsoft comes out of the closet to announce its price increase for the XBOX SERIES X|S and its games.EA cuts more jobs and cancels the development of a new TITANFALL game. Your physical disk collection may be deteriorating. GameStop is investigating an internal scam within its stores. Then, in our FINAL STAGE segment, I give my thoughts on the remastered pixel-perfect brawler PHANTOM BREAKERS BATTLEGROUND ULTIMATE (on the Nintendo Switch).
I run down the latest news of the week, including new trailers and some missing elements of Daredevil: Born Again that I missed. We also celebrate the 7th anniversary of Avengers: Endgame. Then, in our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I saw SINNERS and gave my thoughts on Ryan Coogler's action horror film.
THIS WEEK: Nintendo has created pandemonium once again with the coming of the SWITCH 2. We discuss why you shouldn't worry about not getting it on Day One. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, we visit South Town to give our review of FATAL FURY City of the Wolves for the PS5.
We unpack everything from the Fantastic Four trailer and what this could mean for the SECRET WARS. We also discuss a new behind-the-scenes look at the Superman film. Nintendo Switch 2 prices have been revealed. In our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I will give my thoughts on season 1 of Daredevil: Born Again.
THIS WEEK: We get more info on what Mario Kart World has to offer. But is it worth it? We also get a new look at the upcoming NINJA GAIDEN game from DOTEMU. Phil Spencer doubles down on his support for the Nintendo Switch 2. Sony finally made their move on the PS5, and fans are starting to wake up. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I reviewed STAR OVERDRIVE for the Nintendo Switch. All this and more in this addition of A.C.M.G. Presents TALK TIME LIVE EXTRA: SELECT/START.
2005 began the resurgence of the iconic Dark Knight film series that saw a decline in years past. The movie started a trilogy that was once known as the greatest trilogy based on a comic book at the time. We look back 20 years later to talk about the impact of Christopher Nolan's milestone film accomplishments and see how it holds up after two decades. PLUS: A recap of a very revealing Daredevil: Born Again.
This week, we are not just talking about tariffs; we are talking about the things that people aren't talking about and the misconceptions, misinformation, and disinformation that goes along with it. Then, in our Final Stage, I checked out a new retro-style fighting game called Pocket Bravery on the Nintendo Switch.
This week, we have a crazy loaded show as we continue the talk on how tariffs are going to affect the gaming industry (and virtually everything). We also talked about new trailers for Superman, Tron, and The Naked Gun. Then, in our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I will review Adi Shankar's Devil May Cry animated series on Netflix.
This week, it's about to go down! The SWITCH 2 has been revealed and I will talk about everything announced in detail and the response from social media. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I enter the Soul Society with my review of BLEACH REBIRTH of SOULS for the PS5.
I speak with the team behind the new animated adventure series "IYANU," based on the Dark Horse Comics graphic novel by Roye Okupe. The series premieres on April 5th on CARTOON NETWORK and the following day on the MAX streaming network. With me in this interview is: Brandon Easton (Series Writer) Kerri Grant (Series Writer) Vincent Edward (Consulting Director) Paula Gammon Wilson (Voice Director)
I give my thoughts on the first round of cast announcements for Avengers Doomsday (yes, the first round) and how social media is reacting to it. I also talk about the awesome two-episode edition of Daredevil Born Again, and then I talk with the team behind Cartoon Network's IYANU and more.
This week, we have a HUGE show with a rundown of the latest Nintendo Direct announcements, the return of Game Informer, a new Super Robot Wars game, and my review of Assassin's Creed Shadows (also my very first play of an Assassin's Creed game).
This week, We are discussing Jonathan Majors, Assassin's Creed Shadows overshadowing the hate, the latest episode of Daredevil: Born Again, and my review of Batman Ninja vs. Yakuza League. All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
THIS WEEK: I will give my thoughts on our first look at Karl Urban as Johnny Cage in the upcoming MK2 movie. Actor Ashly Burch is very concerned about her role as Horizon's Aloy. Sony and Santa Monica celebrate the 20th anniversary of God of War. We look back at the history of Yasuke in various video games to highlight the ignorance going around social media. Then, in our Final Stage, I give my recommended review of YARS RISING and marvel at the innovation of this game based on a classic and archaic Atari game.
In this special edition of TTL EXTRA: SELECT/START, I am joined by Boris Roberto Aguilar of EH+ Productions as we provide a detailed look at this year's WWE 2K installment.We give the good, bad, great, and god awful critique of what they have put together this year.You can also check out the video version of this episode by clicking here.
THIS WEEK: I talk about the season premiere of Daredevil: Born Again and read comments from the Threads community on what they thought of the show. Plus, I finally get to watch and give my thoughts on My Hero Academia: You're Next and more on this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
Gamers fear the U.S. tariffs impacting their fandom. I recommend one of the most enjoyable pro wrestling simulations on the market. Then, in our Final Stage, I look back at the Marvel Ultimate Alliance Trilogy to ask if they should make another one and what it should be based on. All this and more in this addition of A.C.M.G. Presents TALK TIME LIVE EXTRA: SELECT/START.
This week, I give my thoughts on the Dragon Ball Daima finale and talk about the first anniversary of the late great Akira Toriyama. I also rank all nine Spider-man animated shows. Which one will I give the #1 nod? Then I checked out LOTR: War of the Rohirrim in our TALK TOPIC. All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
This week, I give my thoughts on everything announced in the Pokemon Presents Showcase and look at the full roster for WWE 2K25. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I review LIKE A DRAGON: PIRATE YAKUZA in Hawaii for the PS5.
This week, we have a loaded show with news on the new AVATAR series from Nickelodeon, discussions on Sam Wilson's backstory, and how your phones are still monitoring your conversations. I will also give my thoughts on Watchmen Chapter 2 and the first season of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-man and more.
This week, I checked out WARRIORS: ABYSS for the PS5. PLUS, 90s cult classic anime "The SAMURAI PIZZA CATS" getting their own game?! This and more on this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE EXTRA: SELECT/START video game podcast.
In our Presidents Day edition of TALK TIME LIVE, I broke down what I thought of Captain America: BNW and why I paid to see it three times and only watched it twice. Plus, I give my thoughts on the final episodes of Cobra Kai, the latest episodes of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep on Netflix, and more.
This week, we rundown everything announced from the recent PlayStation "State of Play" showcase. Then I give my thoughts on Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and more!
In this ninja filled episode of the SELECT/START podcast we check out the latest DLC from Street Fighter 6 featuring Mai Shiranui along with the rumors of the Halo series coming to the PS5. Then, in our FINAL STAGE I check out the Unreal Engine 5 remastered Ninja Gaiden 2 Black to discuss what I want to see (and don't want to see) in the upcoming 4th installment coming later this year.
This week we discuss the double standard of Anthony Mackie's comments on Captain America. Hulu removes some of your favorite anime series from their platform, and find out when you will be able to see the trailer to Fantastic Four: First Step as well as our look at the season premiere episodes of Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man on Disney Plus and more.
This week, WWE 2K25 is revealed, and we rundown all that has been announced so far. Then in our FINAL STAGE, I gleefully discuss my love for GUILTY GEAR STRIVE on the Nintendo Switch.
This week I discuss the sudden (and meteoric) rise in toxicity on social media as a result of the new administration and what is best for your mental health and the preservation of your fandom.
This week, Koei Tecmo is looking to set 2025 off right with the announcement of Ninja Gaiden 4. XBOX makes other announcements of things to come, I also check out the first DLC pack for DRAGON BALL SPARKING ZERO and CONAN in MORTAL KOMBAT 1. Then, I give thoughts on my kickoff game of 2025 with my review of DYNASTY WARRIOR ORIGINS for the PS5.
On the day TikTok dies, we talk about all of the crazy news around it including thoughts on the Pokemon Card craze, the Daredevil Born Again trailer, The Flash director making ridiculous claims, the premiere episode of Harley Quinn season 5, and my thoughts on season two of Castlevania Nocturne on Netflix.
THIS WEEK: NINTENDO finally reveals the coming of the SWITCH 2 We get our first look at Mai Shiranui on STREET FIGHTER 6 SEGA looks to bring back a DREAMCAST classic. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I check out RIVER CITY SAGA: THE THREE KINGDOMS NEXT on the Nintendo SWITCH! All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. Presents TALK TIME LIVE EXTRA: SELECT/START.
In this episode, we look at what's to come in the world of Marvel Studios/Television in 2025. Will this be the studio's comeback year?
This week, I went down the rabbit hole to find out the fate of Kiryu Kazama with my review of LIKE A DRAGON: INFINITE WEALTH.
In the first PRIME episode of 2025, we take a long look back at all of the great anime, comics, tv shows, movies, and more that helped make 2024 an awesome year.
In the first episode of 2025, we look back on all the games reviewed on the show and find out if 2024 lived up.
TALK TIME LIVE EXCLUSIVE: with DRAGON BALL DAIMA actor Stephanie Nadolny What better way to end 2024 than with O.G. (Original Goku) actor Stephanie Nadolny coming on to TALK TIME LIVE to talk about her returning role as Goku Mini in Dragon Ball Daima, her singing career, and much more! Check out this awesome interview right here!
THIS WEEK: On the FINAL EPISODE of 2024, we talk about the much-anticipated trailer for Superman, my thoughts on season one of Ranma 1/2, the Christopher Reeve documentary, the new Superman trailer, and our review of Sonic the Hedgehog 3! All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
This week, I will give my complete thoughts on the SECRET LEVELS series. Nintendo Switch reaches another milestone and why gamers need to understand and respect the historical success of Nintendo. I will also run down my Nintendo and PS5 year-end results. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I review FAIRY TAIL 2 and talk about the one element this game did better than METAPHOR REFANTAZIO and Mario & Luigi Brothership.
THIS WEEK: I took the bullet during a hunting trip, so you didn't have to. Stay tuned for my thoughts on Kraven The Hunter as I talk about what they did get right while, of course, talking about what they got wrong. Plus, all of this week's news in the world of our favorite fandoms.
We cover the winners and highlights of this year's GAME AWARDS. Plus, my review of POWER RANGERS: Rita's REWIND
This will be a DC Comics-celebrated episode with thoughts on the premiere episodes of Creature Commandos and the end to arguably the greatest live-action Superman TV series. All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
I give my thoughts on my run of Marvel Rivals (PS5), Hogwarts Legacy (for the Switch), and my review of METAL SLUG TACTICS (Switch). Plus my thoughts on the Lumectra charging station for the PS Portal and more in this edition of the SELECT/START.
This is an update on the status of Dragon Ball actor Stephanie Nadolny's appearance on TALK TIME LIVE EXCLUSIVE and why she will not be a guest on the show.
This week, we give predictions on the newly announced nominees for this year's GAME AWARDS.
This week, I will talk about the epic second part of Cobra Kai and what pro wrestling can learn from this show. I also give my thoughts on the casting of Amazon's new Tomb Raider series, Superman & Lois, two new Marvel Studios Assemble series out now, and much more.
This week, Microsoft talks handheld gaming, Nintendo reveals its latest theme park attraction, and Double Dragon makes it debut on River City Girls 2. Plus, we enter the FINAL STAGE to review MARIO & LUIGI: BROTHERSHIP. All this plus, a major announcement regarding the final (and Biggest) TALK TIME LIVE EXCLUSIVE guest of 2024 in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
This week, Marvel gives us something to look forward to with their latest D23 announcements and reveals in Brazil. This week, we discuss the passing of two major icons in TV, Hollywood, Music, and Video games. Then, in our TALK TOPIC of the week, I give my thoughts on the first three epic episodes of Netflix's ARCANE: League of Legends.
This week, We get news on the Nintendo Switch's successor and more. Then in our FINAL STAGE: I give my review of METAPHOR RE FANTAZIO for the PS5 and talk about why I believe this game is a strong GOTY candidate. Check out all this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE!
We have a lot of Marvel news to discuss along with my thoughts on the complete Agatha All Along series, Like A Dragon Yakuza series, and the Legend of Vox Machina. Then, in the TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I give my thoughts on this alternate perspective take on the OG GUNDAM series in REQUIEM of VENGENGE (on Netflix).