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This week on The Digital Fiasco Podcast, you’ll hear something unsual for us. While we’re talking about video games, as usual, we’re also bearing witness to Jack McBastard suffering through the onset of a migraine and experiencing a bout of transient aphasia. You can hear him struggle to form proper sentences and convey the meaningRead more about Episode 44: Premium Buttons, HDMI Bumps and Gradients[...] The post Episode 44: Premium Buttons, HDMI Bumps and Gradients appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Friday the 13th finds the real killers, Tales From The Borderlands was a failure, More Switch production issues, and No Man’s Sky struggles to be relevant.           Share This: The post Episode 43: Atlas Shrugged appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on the Digital Fiasco podcast: GameStop’s associates and guests want to work on Thanksgiving, Sony lets the slime out of the bag, Mario Odyssey isn’t suitable for children, Unsung Story remains unsung, and Bungie’s new security measures shows they don’t care about streamers.           Share This: The post Epsiode 42: Bungie Doesn’t Care About Streaming appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on The Digital Fiasco Podcast, everything is disappointing: Nintendo Switch lottery line-ups, Metroid Amiibos, Walmart and the SNES Classic, Dead Rising 4 sales, PlayStation Plus price hikes, and Mighty No. 9. All of it. It makes you wonder where we all went wrong.                 Share This: The post Episode 41: The Summer of Disappointment appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on The Digital Fiasco Podcast we mount a valiant effort in the face of technical issues, a half built studio, and missing equipment to bring to you Epsiode 40 in a very rough, unedited state. Studio construction progresses well however, so expect a more standard episode next week.         ShareRead more about Episode 40: The Disaster Episode[...] The post Episode 40: The Disaster Episode appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Fanboys rejoice at Sony’s Anthem gaffe, Microsoft didn’t want Alan Wake 2, SNES Classic hard to find? You don’t say, DayZ creator slams ARK for doubling their price. We’ll also talk about the discovery of Aliens in GTA V, but first we’ll talk about extending your game: Our thoughts aboutRead more about Episode 39: Extending the Game – DLC, GaaS and F2P[...] The post Episode 39: Extending the Game – DLC, GaaS and F2P appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Return of the Xbox One X Block, Sony and PayPal clash in the UK, Bioware puts Andromeda DLC on Ice, David Cage and the mechanics of choice. We’ll also talk about remakes and remasters: Threat or menace, but first we’ll talk about the SNES Classic and what it means forRead more about Episode 38: The SNES Classic – Weaponized Nostalgia[...] The post Episode 38: The SNES Classic – Weaponized Nostalgia appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Xbox One X spin is making me dizzy, Out of context Jim Ryan pisses off indies, Sony’s big plans for Playlink, Nintendo Switch updates are both fantastic and baffling. We’ll also talk about setting sail in Ubisoft’s new game Skull and Bones, but first we’ll talk about all much neededRead more about Episode 37: Assassin’s Creed Origins is Truly a New Beginning[...] The post Episode 37: Assassin’s Creed Origins is Truly a New Beginning appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Microsoft talks me out of buying an Xbox One X, Sony conceals its Hidden Agenda, Everyone lies about cross platform play, CD Project Red doesn’t negotiate with terrorists. We’ll also talk about how far you can slag Konami legally without being sued, but first we’ll talk about the real storyRead more about Episode 36: You Had Resolution Problems & I Feel Bad For You Son, But I Won’t Spend $500 For an Xbox One[...] The post Episode 36: You Had Resolution Problems & I Feel Bad For You Son, But I Won’t Spend $500 For an Xbox One appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: The Final Fantasy Remake changes hands, Nintendo Switch goes online and Take-Two goes to space, Riot Games is building a legacy. We’ll also talk about the impact of DRM on customer experience, but first we’ll talk about the Far Cry 5 petition and decide what kind of bullshit it is.Read more about Episode 35: Far Cry 5 Backlash – The Limits of Satire[...] The post Episode 35: Far Cry 5 Backlash – The Limits of Satire appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week Dandr0id and Jack McBastard broadcast live from the Digital Fiasco booth at FanQuest 2017, discussing Far Cry 5 and the timeliness of its themes of political tension and religious fanaticism. Can a Far Cry game set in America actually work? (Recorded May 28th, 2017).             Episode 34: FarRead more about Episode 34: Far Cry 5 – A New Revolution[...] The post Episode 34: Far Cry 5 – A New Revolution appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Valve cracks down on Fake Games, Alpha Protocol 2 might actually happen, Half of all Ubisoft’s sales are digital, Nobody exploits Andrzej Sapkowski but Andrej Sapkowski. We’ll also talk about Valve’s fight for their rights to DOTA, but first I’ll bitch about Destiny 2 for a bit.      Read more about Episode 33: Destiny 2 – Still Fixing the First Game[...] The post Episode 33: Destiny 2 – Still Fixing the First Game appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: EA has full confidence in Bioware (wink), Phil Spencer steals Home, The sun sets on Bright Falls, Square Enix puts a hit on IO interactive. We’ll also talk about the mechanics behind a Scary game, and our love/hate relationship with them, but first we’ll talk about this week’s E3 RumorRead more about Episode 32: The Anatomy of a Scary Game[...] The post Episode 32: The Anatomy of a Scary Game appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on The Digital Fiasco Podcast: THQ Nordic unleashes its Fury, Zenimax Preys upon rival studios, Half Life is a death sentence, Valve has a gift for pissing off G2A. We’ll also talk about Sea of Thieves’ roadmap as a multi-year service, but first we’ll talk about Nintendo’s successful switch launch.      Read more about Episode 31: Trademarks are a Pain in the Æ[...] The post Episode 31: Trademarks are a Pain in the Æ appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on The Digital Fiasco Podcast: Can Call of Duty handle the holocaust maturely?, Prop Hunt Returns for one weekend only?, Sony has its best earnings in 20 years, Chris Roberts sells you snake oil, but only as DLC. We’ll also talk about what Bethesda has in store for E3, but first we takeRead more about Episode 30: Atlus vs Streamers Redux[...] The post Episode 30: Atlus vs Streamers Redux appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Sledgehammer’s new Call of Duty revealed, That Andrzej Sapkowski is an arrogant mother…(Shut your mouth)just talking about The Witcher baby, Tencent goes head to head with Steam, Raúl Rubio cries for two days. We’ll also talk about Starbreeze talking about how awards don’t pay their bills, but first we talkRead more about Episode 29: Beat Takeshi Hates Gamers[...] The post Episode 29: Beat Takeshi Hates Gamers appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: G2A Goes Full Trump, Peter Molyneux runs out of bullshit, Nintendo kills everything you love, EA gives us the Battlefront we’ve always wanted. We’ll also talk about Phil Spencer’s master plan for Xbox, but first we’ll talk about Microsoft’s new refund policy. All of that and more on this episodeRead more about Episode 28: Reading Between the Lines With Phil Spencer[...] The post Episode 28: Reading Between the Lines With Phil Spencer appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on The Digital Fiasco Podcast: Call of Duty: Modern Prop Hunt, Valve enlists Steam Explorers, Gamestop has new competition for your dollar, Gearbox makes the best of a bad situation. We’ll also talk about Atlus’s restrictions on streaming Persona 5, but first we’ll talk about the Project Scorpio reveal, and what it meansRead more about Episode 27: Xbox Scorpio Details and Atlus’s War on Streaming[...] The post Episode 27: Xbox Scorpio Details and Atlus’s War on Streaming appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Hidden secrets in 8-Bit Bayonetta, Yusuf Medhi states the obvious, Final Fantasy XV gets political, Call of Duty goes back to its roots. We’ll also talk about Destiny 2 and the effectiveness of exclusive content, but first we get the final word on Mass Effect Andromeda.        Read more about Episode 26: The Effectiveness of Exclusive Content[...] The post Episode 26: The Effectiveness of Exclusive Content appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Assassin’s Creed takes a leap of faith to television, Playtronic to JonTron: “Not You…ka-laylee”, Starcraft evolves to 4K, Pachter attacks the Xbox Game Pass. We’ll also talk about Gamestop’s disappointing 4th quarter and what it means for gamers, but first we’re going to talk about what the hell a “ManufacturingRead more about Episode 25: Pachter Attacks the Xbox Game Pass[...] The post Episode 25: Pachter Attacks the Xbox Game Pass appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Jim Sterling gets attacked for liking a game, Horizon players have thanksgiving early, Gamestop adopts a Blockbuster strategy, When fans attack: The rise and fall of YouTube celebrities. We’ll also talk about the current state of Mass Effect: Andromeda, but first we get to hear what 10 weeks of disappointmentRead more about Episode 24: Gamestop’s Blockbuster Strategy & Having Opinions on the Internet[...] The post Episode 24: Gamestop’s Blockbuster Strategy & Having Opinions on the Internet appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Why do I need cover in Final Fantasy VII? The Final word on Uncharted Why cast Jason Momoa? Just Cause! Mass Effect makes my Mass Erect We’ll also talk about the new Pathfinder update for No Man’s Sky But first we talk about …wait, what?         EpisodeRead more about Episode 23: The Nintendo Switch Might Already Be DOA[...] The post Episode 23: The Nintendo Switch Might Already Be DOA appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Hello Games doesn’t get an award, Falling off the Destiny treadmill Bastion just can’t catch a break, Thoughts on Borderlands. We’ll also talk about Microsoft’s new Xbox Game Pass, But first we… wait what? Is this right? More Switch Disappointments?!           Episode 22: Xbox Game PassRead more about Episode 22: Xbox Game Pass Shows That the Cloud is Hot Air[...] The post Episode 22: Xbox Game Pass Shows That the Cloud is Hot Air appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Why is Lindsay Lohan still news, Bethesda crushes my Elder Scrolls dreams, Final Fantasy VII may not be an action game after all, Digital Homicide vs Jim Sterling (Part 2). We’ll also talk about Gamestop’s slightly less scummy Circle of Life program, but first we have the ultimate (and hopefullyRead more about Episode 21: Six Weeks of Switch Disappointment[...] The post Episode 21: Six Weeks of Switch Disappointment appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Capcom’s response to Dead Rising 4 reviews, Microsoft’s E3 presentation, Sony guts Playstation Now, Do we still care about Crash Bandicoot? We’ll also talk about Pewdiepie’s sense of humor and the resulting fallout, but first we’ll talk about Breath of the Wild’s Expansion pass and the disappointment it brings.  Read more about Episode 20: Is PewDiePie His Own Worst Enemy?[...] The post Episode 20: Is PewDiePie His Own Worst Enemy? appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Blizzard takes a stand against mice and keyboards, Ubisoft straight up grants wishes, and so might Square-Enix (fingers crossed), Red Dead Redemption 2 gets a release date (sort of). We’ll also talk about Castlevania making the transition to television, but first we’ll talk about Steam Direct, Valve’s attempt to fixRead more about Episode 19: Fixing Greenlight and Overwatch Overreaction[...] The post Episode 19: Fixing Greenlight and Overwatch Overreaction appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Not so Luckey Palmer, EA trolls its own CFO, WiiU gives up the ghost, Final Fantasy XV is still plugging holes. We’ll also talk about the Gamestop Circle of Life controversy, but first we’ll talk about Switch Disappointments: Week 3. All of that and more on this episode of DigitalRead more about Episode 18: It’s the Circle of Life (And it Screws Us All)[...] The post Episode 18: It’s the Circle of Life (And it Screws Us All) appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: The internet erupts over Mei’s waistline, In defense of teabagging: The Killer Instinct Controversy, and Xbox One features gone in a snap (to be replaced by rampant gamerpic dicks)We’ll also talk about Francis Ford Coppola’s new Kickstarter and what it means for gamers, but first Jack talks about beating upRead more about Episode 17: Teabagging for Fun and Profit & Apocalypse Why?[...] The post Episode 17: Teabagging for Fun and Profit & Apocalypse Why? appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

  Episode 17 ran significantly longer than we’d expected, so we pulled out the board game portion of this week’s episode and present it here as its own track. Listen as Jack McBastard talks about Star Trek: Ascendancy made by Gale Force 9. Ascendancy is a Star Trek themed 4x strategy game which has (surprisingly)Read more about Episode 17.5: Jack McBastard Plays Star Trek: Ascendancy[...] The post Episode 17.5: Jack McBastard Plays Star Trek: Ascendancy appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco we talk about 2017’s first big releases, Phantom Dust may be closer than you think, Randy Pitchford changes his Battleborn marketing strategy, Review embargos: Threat or menace. We also talk about some new problems with the launch of the Nintendo Switch. But first, there’s actually some good news about theRead more about Episode 16: More Baffling Switch Decisions and The Third Party Problem[...] The post Episode 16: More Baffling Switch Decisions and The Third Party Problem appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

A rather prolonged discussion about the fate of the Boogaloo made during the sound test before Episode 15.             Share This: The post Outtake 2: Electric Boogaloo appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco, Dandr0id, Jack McBastard and new unpaid intern AlbeL_88 talk about the Nintendo Switch Presentation; discussing the problems with Nintendo’s strategy and the viability of the Switch in the current market given their unusual launch lineup. All of that and more, on this episode of Digital Fiasco.        Read more about Episode 15: Nintendo Switch – Awkward Milking and Disappointment[...] The post Episode 15: Nintendo Switch – Awkward Milking and Disappointment appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: You remember how we said no more Switch rumors? Yeah about that. Turns out a crapload of new rumors surfaced in the final week before the Switch’s reveal, and we’ll discuss everything that’s left out there. We’ll also talk about all the games we played (and avoided playing) over theRead more about Episode 14: Switch Rumor Roundup and Reviewing The Last Guardian[...] The post Episode 14: Switch Rumor Roundup and Reviewing The Last Guardian appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week we present Digital Fiasco’s Most Anticipated Games of 2017 as a New Year’s gift to all of you. We will return to our regular schedule next week with Epsiode 14.       Share This: The post Digital Fiasco’s Most Anticipated Games of 2017 appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

  It has been a big year for gaming. Sony has had a flurry of hardware releases with the release of the PlayStation 4 Slim, PlayStation 4 Pro and PlayStation VR,  Microsoft released backwards compatibility on the Xbox One for many Xbox 360 titles as well as hinted about Project Scorpio, and of course NintendoRead more about Digital Fiasco’s 2016 Game Awards[...] The post Digital Fiasco’s 2016 Game Awards appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Ubisoft Dishonors their new game, Nathan Drake digs up gold in November, Call of Duty: NPD Warfare, No really, THIS is the last chance for Switch rumors. For really reals this time. We’ll also talk about Microsoft’s latest ad, and its misleading message, but first, we talk about why beerRead more about Episode 13: Microsoft’s 4K Ultra High Definition Misdirection[...] The post Episode 13: Microsoft’s 4K Ultra High Definition Misdirection appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: last chance for Nintendo Switch rumors, Wild Arms is coming back but don’t get excited yet, how big are your hands? Cause they’re not big enough, development on Final Fantasy XV still isn’t done. We’ll also talk about Square-Enix’s rumored plans for Final Fantasy’s 30th anniversary, but first, we talkRead more about Episode 12: Final Fantasy 30th Anniversary & Final Fantasy XV Still Isn’t Finished[...] The post Episode 12: Final Fantasy 30th Anniversary & Final Fantasy XV Still Isn’t Finished appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Ubisoft’s Steep review policy, Everybody loves Kojima, Goddammit, Knack 2? Really?, Hermen Hulst may be a Bond villain. Also we talk about No Man’s Sky’s deceptive advertising and the wisdom in their messaging strategy. But first, we welcome some special guests to the show. All of that and more onRead more about Episode 11: PlayStation Experience 2016 and Knack 2?! Really?[...] The post Episode 11: PlayStation Experience 2016 and Knack 2?! Really? appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Gearing up for PSX 2016, Duke Nukem (Who wants some?), Nintendo quashes VGA nominations for fan games, Square-Enix hates sharing. Also we take No Man’s Sky down to the Foundation, talk about the new 1.1 patch and Sean Murray’s long silence, but first, we talk about being buried under ourRead more about Episode 10: Is it Too Late for No Man’s Sky?[...] The post Episode 10: Is it Too Late for No Man’s Sky? appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Dead Rising goes four player, Square-Enix lies about Final Fantasy delay, Ubisoft game “Pioneer” is lost in space, Remember Wave Race? That’s still a thing , Uncharted gets nominated for everything, Truth in advertising gets a big boost. Also on the options menu, we dig into game difficulty and whatRead more about Episode 09: The Art of the Bullshot and Difficulty vs Bad Design[...] The post Episode 09: The Art of the Bullshot and Difficulty vs Bad Design appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: Blizzard doesn’t know what an ARG is, CD Project RED alert, return to the Metro Delayed, Infinite Warfare? Maybe not, Nier may be closer than you think, Red Faction Guerrilla HD Remaster. Also on the Options Menu, we’ll dig into our backlog and dust off some favorite titles, but firstRead more about Episode 08: Call of Duty Limited Warfare and WATCH_DOGS 2 Doesn’t Suck[...] The post Episode 08: Call of Duty Limited Warfare and WATCH_DOGS 2 Doesn’t Suck appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Blaster Master stays retro, Titanfall vs Twitter, Ubisoft’s last stand, CD Projekt Red circles the wagons, and Blizzard takes over the world. We’ll also talk about some hidden gems in our backlogs, but first we go non-digital and talk about our favorite board games. All of that and more, onRead more about Episode 07: Ubisoft’s Last Stand and Blizzcon 2016[...] The post Episode 07: Ubisoft’s Last Stand and Blizzcon 2016 appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: New Switch Details, The Uncharted Movie gets Stranger, Kingdom Hearts Transplant, Hello Games hacked, Zenimax vs Oculus. We’ll also talk about whether Bethesda’s new review policy is anti-consumer, but first Dandr0id will talk about his experience at BaseLAN 30. All of that and more on this episode of Digital Fiasco.Read more about Episode 06: Bethesda vs The Media and VR War![...] The post Episode 06: Bethesda vs The Media and VR War! appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

Here’s a bonus track for the fans. One of our funnier outtakes from Episode 05, with a little mood music to set the tone. Lean back, close your eyes and let the music take you away, travelers. Welcome once again to… Night Talk.         Share This: The post Episode 05 Outtake: “Night Talk” with Jack McBastard appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This Week on Digital Fiasco: BaseLAN Hype, Mafia vs Godfather, Red Dead Returns, Stardock Control, Tough Talk about Last Guardian. We’ll also speculate about the new Nintendo Switch and Jack shocks Dandroid with a huge gap in his gaming repertoire. All of that and more on this episode of Digital Fiasco        Read more about Episode 05: Nintendo Switch Analysis and Red Dead Returns[...] The post Episode 05: Nintendo Switch Analysis and Red Dead Returns appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Too many games, 4A returns to the metro, another NPD Win for Microsoft, Crash Bandicoot Remastered leak, Problems with Road Rage, and Rockstar Trolling. Plus we talk about near misses, games that could have been good but didn’t quite make it, But first Dan talks too much about Teenage MutantRead more about Episode 04: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Too Many Games[...] The post Episode 04: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Too Many Games appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Assassin’s Creed Empire, Bethesda mods come to PS4, Beyond Beyond Good & Evil, Remedy wishes they could go back in time, Couch Co-op is dead. We’ll also talk about games that didn’t get the recognition they deserved, but first Dan gets his revenge when he puts Jack through a TrialRead more about Episode 03: Remedy FRAPS UP and UPlay Good and Evil[...] The post Episode 03: Remedy FRAPS UP and UPlay Good and Evil appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: Mafia III embargo, Microsoft’s APPX encryption issues, Sean Murray found alive and well, Bethesda still talking about PS4 mods, Quantum Break’s Direct X 12 issues, Pandemic’s Lost projects, the return of Bulletstorm, and Digital Homicide’s legal snafu. We’ll also talk about our favorite Indies and grinding for trophies. Finally, weRead more about Episode 02: Digital Homicide and Microsoft’s Bad Week[...] The post Episode 02: Digital Homicide and Microsoft’s Bad Week appeared first on Digital Fiasco.

This week on Digital Fiasco: No Man’s Sky public relations and new content, EA gobbles up another studio, Sony’s PS4 Pro meeting, Microsoft gets punchy, and conspiracy theories about Project Scorpio. We also talk about This week’s new releases including Playstation VR. As always, we also try to prove “Why you should give a damn”.Read more about Episode 01: PS4 Pro and Scorpio Conspiracies[...] The post Episode 01: PS4 Pro and Scorpio Conspiracies appeared first on Digital Fiasco.