Checkpoint Chat

This week in Checkpoint Chat, Matty and Sandy are still floored by how exceptional Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is, turns out the demons of medieval times are just as fun to slaughter in Doom: The Dark Ages, and can you guess which of the characters in Final Destination are recurring ones? We sure can!Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - White noise and sides of the bed00:16:13 - Matty is loving Clair Obscur: Expedition 3300:43:45 - Doom: The Dark Ages is a welcome change01:05:35 - Frontlogs are the future01:06:36 - Horror movies and the return of bed sides#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview

We're back at last and filled to the brim with nonsense discussions! This week we dive into Metroid Prime Remastered, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Monster Hunter Wilds. There's also talk of the Nintendo Switch 2, which is just around the corner... Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter:   / checkpointchat​​  Facebook:   / checkpointchat  Instagram:   / checkpointchat  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointch... Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - The mystery behind blue light filters (SOLVED!)00:16:07 - South Africa really does rule00:19:42 - Metroid Prime Remastered absolutely holds up00:27:10 - Assassin's Creed Shadows is comfort food for sure00:28:37 - Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is dense (but good)00:39:12 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a surprise 2025 hit01:06:45 - Monster Hunter Wilds still has us hooked01:13:36 - The Nintendo Switch 2 launch is soon!#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview

It's our last episode for a while, so pull up a seat for fresh impressions on 33 Immortals and final thoughts on Assassin's Creed Shadows! Bonus content this week includes: pigeons and their personal poop agendas, and the sun. Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - Pigeons are assholes00:06:28 - 33 Immortals is an interesting game for sure00:30:04 - We rolled credits on Assassin's Creed Shadows!00:54:36 - The sun is an asshole too (sometimes)#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's all about sneaking around (sometimes) in a gorgeous feudal Japan in Assassin's Creed Shadows! Does Ubisoft's latest additions to one of its biggest franchises have what it takes to pull them out of their recent slump, though? Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - Getting up early (by choice)00:05:57 - We're playing Assassin's Creed Shadows!01:08:18 - An announcement about content in April#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview

This week on Checkpoint Chat, there are monster to hunt out there and weapons to craft from their corpses, with both Matty and Sandy absolutely in love with Monster Hunter Wilds. What's new in the sequel to Capcom's most successful game of all time? Quite a bit actually!Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - The secret appearance of the sun, and fresh Windows installs00:05:57 - Our full review of Monster Hunter Wilds00:49:55 - A quick check on our comfort food games#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we check out Microsoft's first big game of the year with Obsidian finally releases Avowed. Is it the finally a game to fill the Skyrim-shaped hole in your heart or has the long wait underdelivered?Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - Desk makeovers and Amazon deliveries00:29:10 - We rolled credits on Avowed!01:03:42 - A quick look at the first half of 2025#gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

We're back from an extended break and ready to talk about all the latest games like...2024's sleeper hit Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, as well as 2005's own Half-Life 2 (which turned 20 a short while ago). Join us in easing into the new year just before the avalanche of games in February kicks in.Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.socialWant to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - WE ARE BACK (and running lots)!00:18:47 - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is fantastic00:42:25 - Console Wars in 2025?00:54:04 - We revisited Half-Life 201:07:10 - Damn we're old...01:11:48 - When last did they make a game based off a movie???#gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

It's been a hell of a year for videogames, so join us in celebrating some of the best experiences the last 12 months have offered us by looking back at some standout experiences. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Intro 00:03:38​ - Best Game That Not Enough People Played 00:10:45​ - Best Game To Play With Friends 00:16:08​ - Best Astro Bot Gimmick 00:20:51​ - Best Game To Get To In 2025 00:25:02 - Best Remake / Remaster 00:27:24​ - Best Game With An Even Better Soundtrack 00:35:37​ - Shout outs from Sandy 00:36:31​ - Shout outs from Matty 00:40:10​ - Sandy and Matty's #5 00:43:55​ - Matty's #4 00:45:08​ - Sandy's #4 00:48:27​ - Matty's #3 00:53:12​ - Sandy's #3 00:56:35 - Matty's #2 01:00:14​ - Sandy's #2 01:04:57​ - Matty's #1 01:11:26​ - Sandy's #1 #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

It's that time of year again where Geoff Keighley is opening up the stage to celebrate the best of the best and hopefully sneak in some surprising announcements along the way. Sandy and Matty return for their annual TGA predictions, with some surprising suggestions on who will walk away with the most accolades. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Pour one out for Sandy (maybe) 00:04:42 - Our predictions for The Game Awards 2024 00:54:47 - What big reveals will we see? #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Metaphor: ReFantazio has us locked into one of the best role-playing games of this generation, LEGO Horizon Adventures looks great but feels a bit thin, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is 2024's sleeper hit, and Stalker 2: Heart of Chornobyl has promise despite big technical issues Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Flight shenanigans and Arcane chats 00:14:50 - Metaphor: ReFantazio still has us hooked 00:34:20 - a quick Game of the Year detour 00:37:39 - LEGO Horizon Adventures is a little too basic 00:49:56 - We finished The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom! 00:57:07 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl needs some patches 01:03:03 - HALF-LIFE 3 INCOMING??? #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

It's a stacked week on Checkpoint Chat! We do a 180 (noscope) on Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, go too fast in Sonic X Shadow Generations, mess with the balance of nature for no real reason in Monster Hunter Wilds, have our eyeballs treated in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered, and collect them all in Pokémon TCG Pocket. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - We have no time for RPGs! (But we actually do) 00:07:33 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 completely surprised us 00:27:14 - Sonic X Shadow Generations goes too fast! 00:45:57 - Monster Hunter Wilds feels way better than it looks (... literally?) 01:04:46 - Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered is gorgeous 01:15:18 - Pokémon TCG Pocket has Alessandro hooked 01:24:54 - Kids face different problems today #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Metaphor: ReFantazio has us hooked with its familiar and drastically improved take on the classic Persona formula, while innovation is the name of the game in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and its far more varied campaign and gameplay mechanics. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - AI is coming for our jobs! Or is it? 00:16:15 - Metaphor: ReFantazio has us HOOKED! 00:45:30 - Mixed feelings on Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 01:02:39 - What's do you call the next Call of Duty? #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty copy everything in sight to solve emergent puzzles in The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, enjoy delightfully loot-ridden action in Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred, and take a trip back in time to a period where Dragon Ball Z games were a little simpler, and for the better, in Dragon Ball Z: Sparkling Zero. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Aircon privilege and the Mandela Effect 00:14:48 - The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom is charming as heck 00:30:30 - Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred is a bloody good time 00:52:44 - DRAGON BALL: Sparking! ZERO feels like it's over 9000!!! 01:05:20 - Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster is done and dusted 01:10:12 - Star Wars Outlaws has been completed by Sandy #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's been 18 years since first meeting swole photographer Frank West, but he's never looked better than he does in Dead Rising Deluxe Remastered. Matty finally takes some time to sink his teeth into Diablo 4 and discovers just how well the game has evolved, before giving a final, final verdict on just how incredible Astro Bot is. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Calls in public and eavesdropping 00:11:52 - Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster surprisingly holds up 00:31:23 - Diving into Diablo IV in preparation for Vessel of Hatred 00:51:57 - We platinumed Astro Bot! 01:03:55 - Final thoughts #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat the deck is stacked once again with Astro Bot, Quidditch Champions, Star Wars Outlaws, and Concord all getting extensive love, with the silly season of game releases in full swing already. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - It BARELY rains in London 00:09:30 - Astro Bot is 100% a GOTY contender 00:30:57 - Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions is... middling 00:52:19 - Even with its flaws, we LOVE Star Wars Outlaws 01:15:20 - What went wrong with Concord? #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we travel to a galaxy far, far away to pickpocket everyone in sight in Star Wars Outlaws, we ponder the viability of Concord in today's saturated games as a service market, and calculate the perfect moves in one of this year's standout hit, Tactical Breach Wizards. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Making the sausage (reviewing games edition) 00:16:30 - We're playing Star Wars Outlaws! 00:38:22 - Concord is a decent game that launched at the wrong time 01:03:07 - Tactical Breach Wizards is magical 01:13:26 - Quick thoughts on gamescom #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Matty is back from the Shadow of the Erdtree and has countless tales to tell about his second honeymoon in From Software's latest epic, Elden Ring. While Sandy has been burnt in the sun of Costa del Sol and blinding by the lights at the Golden Saucer as he continues to struggle with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Driving rules and World of Goo 00:08:06 - How are we feeling about Star Wars Outlaws? 00:16:40 - Matty thinks Shadow of the Erdtree is an exceptional expansion... 00:38:28 - ... while Sandy is battling with Final Fantasy Rebirth 01:08:04 - Closing thoughts for the week #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

We're both back from holiday which means there's a lot to catch up on. We've got some Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree, Stellar Blade, and a full round-up of all the biggest announcements from Summer Game Fest locked and loaded for the most comprehensive June recap you'll ever need. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Pour one out for Portugal 00:10:53 - The UK has a new Prime Minister 00:17:07 - Of course we're playing Shadow of the Erdtree 00:41:06 - We finished Stellar Blade! 00:52:27 - A recap of Summer Game Fest #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

Wait a minute, it's a new episode already? This week on Checkpoint Chat we dive into the surprisingly great action of Stellar Blade, check out Ubisoft's answer to Call of Duty in XDefiant, and take stock of all the games coming out in 2024 before Summer Game Fest takes hold. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - The origins of Mario 00:14:56 - Stellar Blade is solid action hit 00:32:02 - Ubisoft's XDefiant takes some notes from Call of Duty 00:45:43 - Games we're looking forward to in 2024's second half 01:12:27 - A QUESTION! #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

It's a stacked week on Checkpoint Chat, with discussions on games starting with H and ending in 2 (Hades II & Hellblade II, FYI), Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (the full review at last), Little Kitty Big City (GAME OF THE YEAR), Ghost of Tsushima (on PC), and more! Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - There are just... too many games 00:06:15 - Hades II is an early access delight 00:15:25 - After 100+ hours, we finished Final Fantasy VII Rebirth! 00:39:42 - We also rolled credits on Senua's Saga: Hellblade II 00:59:16 - Little Kitty Big City is an indie delight 01:05:57 - Ghost of Tsushima on PC is GORGEOUS 01:14:40 - xDefiant, Stellar Blade, and other bits and pieces #gamingpodcast #gamingchannel #gamingreview #gamingnews

It's preview central this week on Checkpoint Chat! Join us for early impressions of No Rest for the Wicked, Hades II, and, just for good measure, an almost-review of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Why are we so forgetful? 00:05:35 - A podcast about the Xbox 00:10:40 - London weather is so strange 00:18:27 - No Rest for the Wicked is Dark Souls and Diablo combined 00:31:40 - Hades II is a sequel we're grateful for 00:49:56 - We're neeeearly done with Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 01:01:20 - Dammit, Darryn! #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

Checkpoint Chat is back after a whirlwind month, but we've brought with us a lot of games including the gigantic Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth, the ridiculously addictive Balatro, and the simple yet elegant Princess Peach: Showtime! Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Time travel and marriage 00:15:52 - Final Fantast VII Rebirth doesn't feel real 00:42:33 - Balatro is addictive goodness 00:57:07 - Princess Peach: Showtime is neat 01:03:14 - Post-review nonsense #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

We're back for a big blowout of recent game releases, taking a look at the incredible Helldivers 2, Tekken 8, Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Ultros, and even a little sneaky Bloodborne. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Controller microphones are actually... decent? 00:06:25 - We simply LOVE Helldivers 2! 00:22:19 - Tekken 8 has bears and rockets (and it's real good) 00:35:11 - Ultros is a vibrant, colourful treat 00:43:40 - We've barely dented Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth 00:52:15 - Matty played Bloodborne (AGAIN) #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we check out the other big Sony roguelite in God of War Valhalla, take a look at the origins of Alan Wake 2 and Control through the lens of the underrated Quantum Break, and we have a big announcement for the future of the show. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Gaming shirts and Mr Worldwide (AI generated) 00:14:10 - Valhalla's DLC for God of War Ragnarok is FANTASTIC 00:26:35 - We went back in time to play Quantum Break 00:49:19 - A very important announcement #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we journey to lush space jungles in Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, avoid deadly Clickers in The Last of Us Part II Remastered's new No Return roguelite mode, and ponder the possibility of Elden Ring's DLC being out within the next month. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Nandos is far too fancy in the UK 00:13:13 - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora sure is pretty 00:25:58 - The Last of Us Part II Remastered is a neat upgrade 00:43:50 - Games out this week 00:52:53- All the latest gaming news 01:26:50 -Listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat's first episode in 2024, Matty and Sandy gush over Alan Wake 2 having finished it over the break, before diving into the year's first standout surprise, Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Winter and Summer representation 00:08:15 - Alan Wake 2 is FANTASTIC 00:41:30 - Sandy finally fell in love with Dead Cells 00:43:54 - Obligatory Tears of the Kingdom mention 00:45:03 - Matty INSISTS we all play Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown 01:03:15 - Games out this week 01:05:50 - All the latest gaming news 01:328:58 - No questions this week :( #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

It's been a fantastic year for video games, but which ones have made the top five lists for both Matthew and Sandy? Which ones have been snubbed, and which do you think were overhyped? We've checked out some of your GOTY lists too to find out! Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Telepathic communication and snow 00:08:45 - Matty's honourable mentions 00:14:30 - Sandy's honourable mentions 00:19:05 - Matty's #5 00:23:40 - Sandy's #5 00:26:44 - Matty's #4 00:28:50 - Sandy's #4 00:32:19 - Matty's #3 00:36:17 - Sandy's #3 00:41:14 - Matty's #2 00:50:10 - Sandy's #2 00:58:34 - Matty AND Sandy's #1 01:13:12 - Listener GOTY picks #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gameoftheyear #gameoftheyear2023

Award season is back! This week on Checkpoint Chat, we look into our crystal balls to offer (hopefully) accurate predictions on this year's The Game Awards. Who will come out on top between Alan Wake 2, Baldur's Gate 3, Resident Evil 4, Spider-Man 2, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and many, many more? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - ARE we wearing the same shirt? 00:04:27 - ALL of our predictions... 00:51:38 - ... including GOTY! 00:56:40 - A quick recap of all our guesses #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gameoftheyear #gameoftheyear2023

This week on Checkpoint Chat is chockfull of games as we uncover disappointment in Modern Warfare III, thick atmosphere in Alan Wake 2, more distractions in Tears of the Kingdom, and undiluted joy in Super Mario Bros. Wonder! Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - London fitness and Five Guys 00:14:58 - Modern Warfare III's campaign is... yeah 00:29:05 - Alan Wake 2 is fantastic (thus far) 00:50:14 - Of course we're still playing Tears of the Kingdom 01:04:59 - Yes, Super Mario Bros. Wonder is in fact, wonderful #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we've finally wrapped up Spider-Man 2 so enjoy a deep, spoiler-riddled dive into one of this years biggest games. Elsewhere, Grand Theft Auto 6 is about to be announced, and Modern Warfare III cut corners where? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Pulling back the curtain on production 00:12:40 - We finished Spider-Man 2! 00:42:37 - Games out this week 00:46:46 - All the latest gaming news 01:11:01 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we've finally finished Ghostrunner 2, and Spider-Man 2 continues to keep us entertained. What's up with all that Bungie drama though? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - It's raining in London (surprise) 00:22:00 - We finished Ghostrunner 2! 00:34:00 - Spider-Man 2 is also still a really good time 00:51:00 - Games out this week 00:58:00 - All the latest gaming news 01:26:00 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, the splendor of Super Mario Bros. Wonder still has us enthralled, while the precise action of Ghostrunner II has our blood pumping. Neither of them has durians so are they even that good? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Surprises, time travel, and rugby 00:14:45 - Mario, Spider-Man, and... so much other nonsense 00:25:20 - Ghostrunner 2 is fantastic 00:36:52 - Games out this week 00:46:30 - All the latest gaming news 01:08:30 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, two of the biggest games of the year have stolen our attention as we share impressions of both Spider-Man 2 and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. We also hope you enjoy some in-person blinds action. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Matching shirts and hungry cats 00:10:10 - We're enjoying our time with Spider-Man 2! 00:34:30 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder is pure Nintendo magic 00:46:01 - We have no idea what's new with Modern Warfare 3 00:54:57 - Games out this week 01:00:45 - All the latest gaming news 01:21:36 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty delve into another 2023 indie darling as the pair gush over Cocoon. Elsewhere, Matty has finished and enjoyed Assassin's Creed Mirage, while Sandy is just starting out and having some difficulty with it. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Fake blinds and network cables 00:13:20 - We finished Assassin's Creed Mirage! 00:27:18 - Cocoon is another 2023 indie gem 00:45:32 - Games out this week 00:50:32 - All the latest gaming news 01:19:55 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Sandy and Matty revisit their thoughts on Forza Motorsport and Assassin's Creed Mirage respectively, while also checking-in again on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Mortal Kombat 1. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Daylight saving time is dumb 00:11:01 - Mortal Kombat 1 is so dumb (but we still love it) 00:14:50 - Tears of the Kingdom is still being played 00:20:13 - Forza Motorsport is a good time 00:29:17 - And so is Assassin's Creed Mirage 00:40:45 - Games out this week 00:49:13 - All the latest gaming news 01:08:27 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

On this bonus episode of Checkpoint Chat, Matty explores the origins of Basim and the shift back to basics in Assassin's Creed Mirage, while Alessandro hits the tarmac in one of the most exhilarating racing games in some time with Forza Motorsport. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat⁠ -- SHOW NOTES -- ⁠00:00:00⁠​ - Important speeches ⁠00:02:15⁠ - Our Assassin's Creed Mirage review (in progress) ⁠00:18:58⁠ - And a full review of Forza Motorsport #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, the avalanche of games is just getting started as we wrap up thoughts on Starfield, Mortal Kombat 1, El Paso, Elsewhere, and Monster Hunter Now before the party on October. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh... -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Reddit usernames and getting old 00:06:38 - Starfield is charming in a Bethesda kind of way 00:26:16 - El Paso, Elsewhere is Max Payne inspired goodness 00:36:30 - Mortal Kombat 1 is cheesy goodness that we love 00:53:51 - Monster Hunter Now is surprisingly fantastic 01:03:45 - Games out this week 01:07:36 - All the latest gaming news 01:26:35 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, khaos ensues as the kombatants of Mortal Kombat 1 reconvene for another outlandish tale, Cyberpunk 2077 and its 2.0 update make a strong first impression, and Microsoft is planning what for their next console? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Kitchens for ants and stomach bug superpowers 00:10:59 - Mortal Kombat 1 is cheesy goodness 00:28:29 - Cyberpunk 2.0 is REAL pretty 00:40:08 - Games out this week 00:43:14 - All the latest gaming news 01:15:15 - Your lovely listener questions (JK we talk password management) #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we continue our adventures in the great unknown with loads more talk about Starfield, while Matthew has taken a wrong turn into the world of gatcha and Final Fantasy in Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Smart kettles and hot PCs 00:14:09 - Starfield still has our attention 00:35:20 - Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis is... gatcha central 00:47:38 - Games out this week 00:52:07 - All the latest gaming news 01:15:05 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we venture into the vast unknown with initial impressions of Bethesda's latest IP, Starfield. Then, Matthew has finally finished Final Fantasy XVI, so we dive deep into the game's many highs and few lows in a spoiler-filled review. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Podcast production gone wrong (INSTANT RESULTS) 00:12:05 - We've barely scratched the surface of Starfield 00:31:32 - But we have played the heck out of Final Fantasy XVI 00:50:12 - Games out this week 00:52:59 - All the latest gaming news 01:20:55 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat we're taking stock on the massive games still set to release in 2023, including Starfield, Alan Wake 2, Spider-Man 2, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Forza Motorsport, Mortal Kombat 1, and many more. Which ones are going to live up to the hype and which are going to disappoint? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - We never cheat on Franco's pizza! 00:18:13 - We also don't play games apparently00:19:42 - But we do talk about them! 00:59:24 - All the latest gaming news 01:37:28 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

This week on Checkpoint Chat, releases are still stagnant so how's about even more progress in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom? Also, Modern Warfare 3 wants you to remember No Russian, Zelda's blood moon has a secret purpose, and how many Smurfs can you name? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Maths is hard (and a successful PC build) 00:21:54 - Tears of the Kingdom STILL has us hooked 00:46:39 - Games out this week 00:54:02 - All the latest gaming news 01:17:55 - Your lovely listener questions (spoiler: there are none) #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, the trials and tribulations of Link and Clive continue with check-ins on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Final Fantasy XVI. Also, there's a PS5 Slim coming soon and people are making their own turtles? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Fan directions and the voids they can create 00:12:31 - Tears of the Kingdom finally has Sandy 00:27:20 - Final Fantasy XVI goes full anime 00:36:38 - A teeny tiny taste of Assassin's Creed Jade 00:38:54 - Games out this week 00:43:44 - All the latest gaming news 01:08:10 - Your lovely listener questions (spoiler: there are none) #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

Checkpoint Chat is finally back! After nearly two months away, we're bursting to chat about Final Fantasy XVI, Viewfinder, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Aliens: Dark Descent, and so much more. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Surviving British probation (no accents here) 00:09:42 - Our (late) review of Final Fantasy XVI 00:34:12 - Other bits and pieces of what we've played 00:47:10 - The one game out this week 00:48:41 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we are getting strong Bloodborne vibes from the Lies of P demo, Diablo IV is absolutely amazing on Steam Deck, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is overwhelming, and Keigh3 was a pretty fantastic showing. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - The last supper... FOR NOW 00:07:25 - The Lies of P demo is a great taste of what's to come 00:23:26 - Diablo IV on Steam Deck is a good time 00:29:25 - Tears of the Kingdom and giving games time to shine 00:42:19 - Games out this week 00:44:48 - The latest gaming news 01:29:45 - Listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, it's all Diablo IV and Street Fighter 6 again but this time from the reverse perspectives as last time out. Are both big releases stacking up to their hype? Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Short term memory and dethawing chickens 00:10:40 - A reverse Diablo IV discussion 00:24:28 - And the same for Street Fighter 6 00:35:15 - Games out this week 00:38:57 - The latest gaming news 01:07:42 - A lost listener question (RIP) #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat new games are bursting out of the seams with Street Fighter 6 proving to be the return to form we all hoped for and Diablo IV delivering an incredible story and action role-playing experience from the get go this time. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Literally the weird weather and cool press kits 00:08:45 - A sneaky Street Fighter 6 review 00:28:41 - And a surprise Diablo IV review 00:49:02 - Where do people find the time to play Tears of the Kingdom? 00:53:06 - Games out this week 00:55:15 - The latest gaming news 01:33:45 - Listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, we're neck deep in the enchanting world of Hyrule in The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Mortal Kombat is getting yet another reboot, and Overwatch 2 is dealt an almost fatal blow. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Papercuts from Kindles are deadly 00:05:28 - Matty is leaving us! (for now) 00:13:43 - We are absolutely hooked on Tears of the Kingdom 00:37:12 - Games out this week 00:43:27 - The latest gaming news 01:05:25 - Listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, one of the biggest games of the year is here as we take a look at the opening hours of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Star Wars Jedi Survivor is shaping up as a perfect sequel, and Advanced Wars still retains its engrossing charm after all these years. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Matty has weather-predicting hands 00:07:48 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is here at last! 00:20:28 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is a fantastic game (with issues) 00:37:41 - We finished Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp! 00:46:15 - Games out this week 00:49:56 - The latest gaming news 01:16:57 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, war goes mobile with the re-introduction of Advance Wars on Nintendo Switch, Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC makes a good case for the future of the series, and Resident Evil 4 Remake is a stone-cold classic. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - F bombs and kids these days 00:13:33 - Sandy finally finished Resident Evil 4 Remake 00:26:15 - Advance Wars 1 + 2: Re-Boot Camp is strategic addiction 00:37:18 - Matty finished Horizon Forbidden West's Burning Shores DLC 00:48:32 - Games out this week 00:51:03 - The latest gaming news 01:24:05 - No listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast

This week on Checkpoint Chat, Los Angeles is entirely underwater as Aloy continues her bid to save the world in Horizon Forbidden West: The Burning Shores, Samus Aran is puzzling around pirates in Metroid Prime Remaster, and the blocks required a little more thought this time in this RTS spin-off Minecraft Legends. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Producing is hard 00:09:16 - The Metroid Prime Remaster is real good 00:20:15 - We forgot how to play Horizon Forbidden West (but Burning Shores looks fantastic) 00:29:48 - Minecraft Legends is a strange (yet fun) RTS 00:42:35 - Games out this week 00:51:35 - The latest gaming news 01:16:33 - Listener questions! #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews #gamingpodcast