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Xbox News, Rumors, Analysis and Game Discussion. Co-hosted by Tim Shelton and Spencer Rehn. New episodes post Monday mornings at 10 AM EST

Multiform


    • Sep 11, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 13m AVG DURATION
    • 264 EPISODES


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    Into The Unknown - Multiform Ep. 264

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 76:37


    This week in the news we discuss Todd Howard's comments on the future announcement of Indiana Jones, the September Xbox software update, Xbox's Tokyo Game Show plans, the future of E3, the ESRB rating board showing console versions of System Shock Remake coming, and September Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions. We also discuss our thoughts on Starfield so far. Finally, we reflect on the last 5 years of Multiform Podcast and its new shape as we go into the unknown. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Into The Starfield - Multiform Ep. 263

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 83:04


    This week in the news we discuss our first impressions and beginning hours with Starfield (finally!), Embracer group closing Volition, Elder Scrolls 6 entering production, Redfall's future, 1001 Starfield billboards, Cyberpunk 2077 team beginning to move to Witcher 4, Cyberpunk 2077 2.0 contents, SAG-AFTRA strike potentially could expanding to video games studios, Microsoft finally adding automatic OneDrive uploads for game clips, and Borderlands launching a all-in collection named Pandora's Box.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Starfield and Assassin's Creed Valhalla You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Gamescom 2023 - Multiform Ep. 262

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 78:54


    This week in the news we discuss announcements from Gamescom 2023, Xbox selling Activision Blizzard cloud streaming rights to Ubisoft, official console wraps, Baldor's Gate 3 dropping split-screen for Xbox Series S, Star Wars Dark Forces remaster announcement, TombRaider.com news sign-up appearing, and Destiny 2: The Final Shape showcase details.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Assassin's Creed Valhalla, World or Warships Legends, Spider-Man, and Age of Empires IV. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Officially Announced - Multiform Ep. 261

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2023 52:49


    This week in the news we discuss the officially revealed Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 details, the sunsetting of the Xbox 360 storefront, Assassin's Creed Mirage release date moving up, Alan Wake 2 delaying release date, Embracer's mystery deal partner that fell through, leaked video of Master Chief crossing over into Rainbow 6 Siege, DC Universe Online coming to current generation consoles, Minecraft being rated for current generation consoles in Germany, and August Game Pass additions. We also discuss games we've been playing including Assassin's Creed Valhalla, World of Warships Legends, and Marvel SNAP. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Avowed Was Originally Co-Op - Multiform Ep. 260

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2023 70:53


    This week in the news we discuss the reveal that Avowed was originally co-op, Keith David succeeding Lance Reddick as Zavala in Destiny 2, Take-Two continuing to tease GTA 6 for next year, Rockstar acquiring a popular mod team, Quake 2 remaster announcement from Quakecon, EA shutting down multiplayer servers for some additional older titles, Assassin's Creed Mirage potential microtransactions, and New Zealand becoming the latest country to approve the Activision acquisition. We also discuss games we've been playing including World of Warships Legends, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Forza Horizon 5, Star Wars Rogue Squadron 3: Rebel Strike, and Marvel Ultimate Alliance. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Red Dead Redemption Port Skipping Xbox - Multiform Ep. 259

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 48:28


    This week in the news we discuss the flimsy rumors of an Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivious remake, Xbox now selling controller repair parts, Game Pass additions and subtractions for the first half of August, Discord streaming coming to Xbox consoles, keyboard-to-controller mapping coming Elite Series 2 and Adaptive Controller, Killer Instinct 10 year update, Lego Harry Potter saga leaks, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor last-gen version announcement, new Stormcloud Vapor wireless controller, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 release date, and Red Dead Redemption port skipping Xbox to come to PS4 and Switch only. We also discuss games we've been playing including Assassin's Creed Valhalla and Dirt 5. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Final Fantasy XIV Is Coming To Xbox - Multiform Ep. 258

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2023 62:40


      This week in the news we discuss Final Fantasy XIV coming to Xbox, the new Xbox dashboard that is rolling out now, Immortals Fenyx Rising sequel being canceled, Tencent buying a majority interest in Techland, Monster Energy tie-in leaked images confirming name and title art for Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3, the final month of Games with Gold, and the addition of PayPal Pay Later and Venmo to Microsoft store accepted payment methods. We also discuss games we've been playing including Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Spec Ops: The Line, World of Warships: Legends, and Marvel Ultimate Alliance. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    The Death Of Xbox Live Gold - Multiform Ep. 257

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2023 66:33


    This week in the news we discuss the extension of the Activision Blizzard acquisition deal timeline, Xbox Live Gold being retired and replaced by Xbox Game Pass Core, Call of Duty 2023 allowing carryover of content from Modern Warfare 2, Mortal Kombat 1 confirmed DLC characters and July Xbox Game Pass additions. We also discuss games we've been playing including Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Spec Ops: The Line, Microsoft Flight Simulator, and Mass Effect Legendary Edition. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    FTC Preliminary Injunction Denied - Multiform Ep. 256

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2023 88:52


    This week we discuss the ruling in the FTC v Microsft hearings and subsequent fallout, appeals, and 10-year deals. In other news from the week Call of Duty 2024 is rumored to be set in the Gulf War, The Boys have come to Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, EA has formed a new studio to make a single-player Black Panther game, 2005's Need for Speed Most Wanted Remake leaked as coming in 2024, Xbox adds reporting for in-game voice chat, Larry Hyrb a.k.a. Xbox Live's Major Nelson is leaving Microsoft after 22 years, the Xbox Game Pass Friends and Family test is ending in August, and Everspace 2 confirmed as day-one for Xbox Game Pass in August.  We also discuss games we've been playing including A Plague Tale: Requiem, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Exoprimal, Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga, and Microsoft Flight Simulator. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Wishing The Red Dead Redemption Remaster To Be Real - Multiform Ep. 255

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2023 88:33


    This week in the news we discuss the possibility of a Red Dead Redemption Remaster and what that might look like, what a PlayStation 5 Pro might mean for Xbox, NBA2K24 receiving cross-play for the first time in the series, Assassin's Creed Mirage's new approach to historical education, July Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions, Disney Speedstorm release date, and Xbox's Gamescom plans in 2023. We also discuss games we've been playing including Diablo IV, The Crew 2, Need for Speed Unbound, Grid Legends, and Assassin's Creed Valhalla.  You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Xbox vs FTC Part 2 - Multiform Ep. 254

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2023 66:16


    This week in the news we discuss all the tidbits revealed during week 2 of the FTC vs Xbox, the current status of Perfect Dark, rumors of an Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag remake, the announcement of Wild Card Football, Barbie cars being added to Forza Horizon 5 and July Games with Gold. We also discuss games we've been playing including A Plague Tale: Requiem, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, World of Warships Legends, and Smite. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Xbox vs FTC Part 1 - Multiform Ep. 253

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2023 68:46


    This week in the news we discuss all the tidbits revealed in the hearing between the FTC and Microsoft, why Xbox hasn't done VR, Game Pass price hikes, Metal Gear Solid Collection vol. 1 pricing and release date, Halo Infinite dropping narrative cutscenes for seasonal content, Immortals of Aveum's release date delay, and additions and subtractions to Game Pass for the end of June.  We also discuss games we've been playing including A Plague Tale: Requiem, World of Warships Legends, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Star Wars Episode 1 Racer, and the xDefiant Open Beta. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Ubisoft Forward To The Future - Multiform Ep. 252

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2023 79:08


    This week in the news we discuss all the trailers and announcements from Ubisoft Forward including gameplay from Star Wars Outlaws and Avatar Frontiers of Pandora, Skyrim selling 60 million copies, Overwatch 2 charging for story missions, Embracer closing studios and laying off staff, People Can Fly working on a game for Microsoft, FTC temporary restraining order on ABK acquisition, and Rockstar removing almost 200 cars from GTA Online. We also discuss games we've been playing including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Forza Horizon 5, and Star Wars Racer. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Xbox Games Showcase & Starfield Direct - Multiform Ep. 251

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2023 111:14


    This week in the news we discuss every announcement and trailer at the Xbox Games Showcase & Starfield Direct including Fable, South of Midnight, Star Wars Outlaws, 33 Immortals, Payday 3, Person 3 Reload, Avowed, Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024, Hellblade 2 Senua's Saga, Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth, Overwatch 2, Fallout 76 Atlantic City, Path of the Goddess, Forza Motorsport, Persona 5 Tactica, Starfield, Jusant, Still Wake The Deep, Dungeons of Hinterberg, Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty, Cities Skylines II, Metaphor: Re Fantazio, Towerborne, Clockwork Revolution, Carbon Black Xbox Series S 1TB SSD console, and the Starfield Limited Edition Controller and Wireless Headset. We also discuss a few highlights from Summer Game Fest like Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Sonic Superstars, The Lord of the Rings Return to Moria, and the Porsche 75th anniversary Xbox console giveaways. Plus, in other news of the week, Western Digital finally announced their Xbox console expansion cards and pricing, Halo is adding career progression to multiplayer, Capcom announced an upcoming showcase and Diablo IV is confirmed to have 2 expansions already in the works. We also discuss games we've been playing including Diablo IV, Star Wars Jedi Survivor, and World of Warships Legends. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    EA Still Thinks NFTs Are Cool - Multiform Ep. 250

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2023 75:07


    This week in the news we discuss the new features of the newly announced Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged, the latest details in the Activision Blizzard acquisition saga, teases for the upcoming Ubisoft Forward event, EA and Nike's new NFT partnership, The Witcher 3 becoming one of the 10 best selling games of all time, June Game Pass and Games with Gold additions, and our predictions and anticipations for upcoming not-E3 events. We also discuss games we've been playing including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Forza Horizon 5, NCAA College Football 2011, and World of Warships. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    PlayStation Showcase Multiplatform Announcements - Multiform Ep. 249

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2023 75:34


    This week in the news we discuss the multiplatform announcements from the PlayStation Showcase including reveals of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Marathon, Ghostrunner II, Teardown, and more as well as release dates for Assassin's Creed Mirage and Alan Wake 2. In other news this week Microsoft formally appealed the UK CMA's blocking of the Activision Blizzard acquisition, Forza Motorsports' cover art was revealed, Starfield controller and headset are all but confirmed via leaks, and Bungie added PlayStation game-themed cosmetics to Destiny 2 on all platforms. We also discuss the sad state of Lord of the Rings: Gollum and its poor critical reception. We also discuss games we've been playing including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Forza Horizon 5. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Mortal Kombat 1 Announced - Multiform Ep. 248

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2023 91:03


    This week in the news we discuss the announcement of Mortal Kombat 1, Overwatch 2 canceling PVE mode, the EU approving the acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Assassin's Creed getting a large increase in investment, the possibility of Grand Theft Auto 6 releasing in 2024, NCAA College Football compensating college athletes appearing in the game, remaining May Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions, ESRB leaking that Stray is headed to Xbox and the anniversary of the May 2013 Xbox One reveal. We also discuss games we've been playing including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Star Wars Episode 1: Podracer, and Forza Horizon 5. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Should There Be An Xbox Series X “Pro” - Multiform Ep. 247

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2023 92:35


    This week in the news we discuss a new rumor that Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 is coming in 2023, Mortal Kombat teasing a series reboot, whether or not there should be an Xbox Series X “Pro” mid-generation console, the latest Activision Blizzard acquisition rumors, Game Freak concept art for a new action-adventure IP, A Plague Tale: Requiem's 60 FPS update, the potential of Id software helping on Starfield development, FIFA 23 joining EA Play and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, and a quiet new-ish controller color option. We also discuss games we've been playing including Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Redfall Lands With A Thud - Multiform Ep. 246

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2023 84:52


    This week in the news we discuss the launch of Redfall, its horrific state, its horrendous achievements, and what this means for Xbox, we also discuss what we might see at the June Xbox showcase, the new Xbox dashboard testing with Insiders, Seagate expansion cards price drops, May Xbox Game pass additions and subtractions, and Marvel's Midnight Suns Xbox One release date. We also discuss games we've been playing including Jedi Survivor, Hogwarts Legacy, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Star Wars Episode 1 Racer, and Forza Horizon 5 Rally Adventure. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    UK Blocked The Activision Acquisition - Multiform Ep. 245

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2023 77:42


    This week in the news we discuss the UK CMA blocking Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard for Cloud gaming concerns, Redfall custom design lab controllers, a lackluster announcement of Funko Fusion, May Games with Gold titles, and Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon release date. We also discuss games we've been playing including Hogwarts Legacy, Star Wars Jedi Survivor, Horizon Forbidden West: Burning Shores, Forza Horizon 5, and Division 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Division Day Updates - Multiform Ep. 244

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2023 74:40


    This week in the news we discuss the updates and announcements from Ubisoft's Division Day Livestream, the soft-announce of Harry Potter Quidditch Champions, the latest tidbits in the Activision Blizzard acquisition saga, Joseph Staten's new role, and April game pass additions and subtractions for the back half of the month. We also discuss games we've been playing including Minecraft Legends, Hogwarts Legacy, Horizon Forbidden West Burning Shores, and Division 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Redfall To Be Only 30 FPS At Launch - Multiform Ep. 243

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2023 67:54


    This week in the news we discuss Redfall launching without 60 FPS, Ubisoft+ launching on Xbox consoles, Immortals of Aveum trailer and release date details, Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League officially being delayed to 2024, Elite Series 2 Design Lab adding new colors, Microsoft signing its 5th 10-year deal, and Company of Heroes 3 console release date. We also discuss games we've been playing including MLB The Show 23, Hogwarts Legacy, The Division 2 Warlords of New York, Ghostwire Tokyo and Forza Horizon 5: Rally Adventure. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Starfield Controller Design Leak - Multiform Ep. 242

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2023 84:52


    This week in the news we discuss recently leaked screenshots of Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, leaked images of a potential Starfield Xbox Series Controller, a new recycled Remix Special Edition controller, teases for the next Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty details, Joseph Staten leaving Microsoft, Xbox closing an emulation loophole and April Game Pass additions and subtractions. We also discuss games we've been playing including Diablo IV Open Beta, Hogwarts Legacy, Forza Horizon 5 Rally Adventure, Kingdoms of Amalur, A Plague Tale: Requiem, MLB The Show 23, and classic Xbox 360 Madden NFL titles. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    E3 2023 Cancelled - Multiform Ep. 241

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2023 60:39


    This week in the news we discuss the cancellation of E3 2023, Multiversus taking the open beta offline until 2024, new Elite Series 2 controller colors, a new Diablo IV console bundle, more affordable Xbox expansion cards coming from Western Digital, Ark 2 being delayed to 2024, and April Games with Gold. We also discuss games we've been playing including MLB The Show 23, Forza Horizon 5 Rally Adventure, The Divison 2, Ori and the Will of the Wisps, Destiny 2, and more. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Lego 2K Drive Announced - Multiform Ep. 240

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2023 42:05


    This week in the news we discuss the announcement of Lego 2K Drive, the potential of Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon as an RPG, the UK CMA's provisional findings on the Activision Blizzard acquisition, the final March Game Pass additions and subtractions, release dates for Gollum and Crash Team Rumble, Battlefield titles being delisted, and DLC announcements for Sonic Origins and High on Life. We also discuss games we've been playing including Atomic Heart, Mighty Doom, World of Warships, and Forza Horizon 5. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Ghostwire Tokyo Dated On Xbox - Multiform Ep. 239

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2023 61:56


    This week in the news we discuss Ghostwire Tokyo finally coming to Xbox, Square Enix's NFT game, Xbox's latest batch of Call of Duty 10-year deals, Redfall's new story trailer, Far Cry 5's 60 fps update, and Hyperkin reviving the Xbox 360 controller as the Xenon.  We also discuss games we've been playing including The Division 2, Hogwarts Legacy, Crusader Kings 3, World of Warships Legends, Anno 1800, and Company of Heroes 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Starfield Gets A New Release Date - Multiform Ep. 238

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2023 81:54


    This week in the news we discuss the new release date for Starfield, new announcements from the Paradox Interactive Announcement Show including Cities Skylines II, rumors of a Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League delay, Halo Infinite receiving sun shadow ray tracing on console for multiplayer in the future, TT Games rumored to have canceled multiple projects, DragonBall Z Budokai Tenkaichi 4 announcement, Exoprimal coming to Game Pass day one, and March Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Hogwarts Legacy, Crusader Kings III, Cities Skylines, Bioshock 2 Minerva's Den, Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels, and Halo Infinite season 3. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    The Outer Worlds Spacer's Choice Edition Announced - Multiform Ep. 237

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2023 75:22


    This week in the news we discuss The Outer Worlds Spacer's Choice Edition announcement and pricing, upcoming Paradox Interactive announcement event possibilities, IO Interactive developing a fantasy RPG MMO, the latest developments in the Activision Blizzard acquisition, Sifu coming to Xbox, The Wolf Among Us being delayed to 2024, and March Games with Gold. We also discuss games we've been playing including Hogwarts Legacy, Forza Horizon 5, High on Life, Division 2, Marvel SNAP, World of Warships, and Hot Wheels Unleashed. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League Gameplay Details - Multiform Ep. 236

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2023 88:53


    This week in the news we discuss new gameplay details from Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, the reveal of Forza Horizon 5's second expansion: Rally Adventure, Microsoft striking a deal with Nintendo for Call of Duty, Battlefield's single-player future, the potential of a Metal Gear Solid 3 remake, Mortal Kombat 12's subdued announcement, and February Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions. We also discuss games we've been playing including Bioshock 2, Atomic Heart, Forza Horizon 5, Hogwarts Legacy, High on Life, and more.  You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Diablo IV Open-Beta Announced - Multiform Ep. 235

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 56:42


    This week in the news we discuss the upcoming Diablo IV open-beta, Dead Island 2 moving its release date up a week, Civilization 7 beginning development, the February Xbox update, Embracer Group's Lord of the Rings plans, Crystal Dynamics and Eidos Montreal's next games, and Valheim coming to Game Pass. We also discuss games we've been playing including Dead Space, Apex Legends, Escape from Tarkov, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, and Bioshock 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    MLB The Show 23 Adding Negro League Legends - Multiform Ep. 234

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2023 55:21


    This week in the news we discuss the impending addition of Ubisoft+ on Xbox, MLB The Show 23 adding Negro League legends, Apex Legends adding Team Deathmatch and reworking legends and classes, The Division 2 devs breaking their ability to update the game, February Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions, and the new Stellar Shift controller. We also discuss games we've been playing including Hogwarts Legacy, Marvel's Midnight Suns, Age of Empires II: Definitive Edition, Goldeneye 007, Hi-Fi Rush, Age of Empires IV, and Halo Infinite. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Halo Moving to Unreal Engine - Multiform Ep. 233

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 6, 2023 78:35


    This week in the news we discuss rumors 343 and Halo are moving to Unreal Engine for the next multiplayer-only game, EA cancelling a Titanfall universe single-player game, several live service and free-to-play game shut downs, MLB The Show 23 once again coming to Xbox Game Pass, Star Wars Jedi Survivor being delayed 6 weeks, The Crew Motorfest announcement and February Games with Gold. We also discuss games we've been playing including Age of Empires II Definitive Edition, Forza Horizon 5, DragonBall Z Kakarot, High on Life, and Goldeneye 007. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Developer_Direct & Hi-Fi Rush - Multiform Ep. 232

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 73:53


    This week in the news we discuss all the announcements from the Xbox Developer_Direct event including Minecraft Legends details & release date, Forza Motorsport technology and gameplay, the surprise release of Hi-Fi Rush from Tango Gameworks, The Elder Scrolls Online's next expansion Necrom and new gameplay and release date for Redfall. In other news this week, Far Cry 7 and a Far Cry multiplayer game are rumored to be in development with a potential Alaskan Wilderness setting, Xbox Game Pass game additions for the next 2 weeks have been announced, Forza Horizon 5 is set to honor Ken Block in-game, Modern Warfare 2 is getting some much needed UI tweaks, and Amazon is working on a Tomb Raider TV series. We also discuss games we've been playing including Marvel's Midnight Suns, Hi-Fi Rush, Goldeneye 007, Marvel's Avengers, God of War, Returnal and Marvel SNAP. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Microsoft Layoffs - Multiform Ep. 231

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2023 62:09


    This week in the news we discuss the impact of Microsoft layoffs on Xbox, Anno 1800 coming to consoles, Ubisoft games coming in the next year including a rumored The Crew successor, Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League battle pass leak, Marvel's Avengers ending development and being delisted, Starfield release date coming soon, EA PGA Tour release date and Midnight Suns Deadpool DLC release date.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Doom Eternal, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, Marvel's Midnight Suns, and Red Dead Redemption 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Skull & Bones Delayed Again - Multiform Ep. 230

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2023 51:16


    This week in the news we discuss the upcoming Xbox Developer_Direct stream details, Ubisoft delaying Skull & Bones and canceling several unannounced games, Xbox adding additional power settings to help gamers use less energy, Xbox + Oreo partnership, a handful of Forza developers founding a new studio called Maverick Games, and Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions for mid-January 2023. We also discuss games we've been playing including Escape from Tarkov, Marvel's Midnight Suns, Deathloop, and Doom Eternal The Ancient Gods Part 1. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Hitman World of Assassination - Multiform Ep. 229

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2023 67:08


    This week in the news we discuss the details of Hitman 3 becoming Hitman World of Assassination, Skybox Labs acquisition by Netease, ASUS launching an officially licensed Xbox controller, the lack of Game Pass announcements in early January, Microsoft retracting their constitutional argument to FTC lawsuit, Forza Horizon 5 Xbox Series X bundle details and System Shock remake release window announcement.   We also discuss games we've been playing including Marvel's Midnight Suns, Saints Row, Vampire Survivors, High on Life, and Marvel SNAP. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Redfall Release Date Rumors - Multiform Ep. 228

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2023 72:33


    This week in the news we discuss PayDay 3 release timing announcement, Redfall release timing rumors, EA Massive's Star Wars game updates, Sifu coming to Xbox in March, Xbox confirming three future Bethesda single-player games will be exclusive, and Games with Gold for January 2023. We also discuss games we've been playing including The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt Next-Gen Update, Vampire Survivors, and High on Life.  You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Amazon Games Publishing Next Tomb Raider - Multiform Ep. 227

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2022 88:54


    This week in the news we discuss Amazon Games publishing the next Crystal Dynamics Tomb Raider game, Microsoft extending 10 year Call of Duty deal to include Playstation Plus, Hogwarts Legacy being delayed on last-gen, Amazon and Henry Cavill making Warhammer 40k tv series & movies, Assassin's Creed crossover skin for Rainbow 7 Siege, and our thoughts on the highs and lows of 2022.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Marvel's Midnight Suns, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Vampire Survivors, High on Life, and Witcher 3 Next-Gen Update / Complete Edition. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    The Game Awards 2022 - Multiform Ep. 226

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 96:17


    This week we discuss all of the big announcements from The Game Awards 2022 including Final Fantasy 16's release date, Armored Core VI, Hades 2, Judas, Death Stranding 2, Star Wars Jedi Survivor, Diablo IV release date, Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League release date, Crash Team Rumble, Transformers Reactivate, Crime Boss Rockay City and more. Plus Xbox is raising first-party game prices to $69.99 in 2023, the FTC is suing to block the Activision Blizzard acquisition, the reasoning behind canceling Cyperpunk 2077's multiplayer, Elden Ring's PVP DLC is available now, Company of Heroes 3 is coming to consoles, GTA Online is getting ray tracing, and Riot Games dated for Game Pass. We also discuss games we've been playing including Pentiment, Crusader Kings 3, Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Assassin's Creed Valhalla, Halo Infinite December Update, and Destiny 2. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Far Cry 6 Lost Between Worlds Revealed - Multiform Ep. 225

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 5, 2022 69:22


    This week in the news we discuss Witcher 1 remake being open-world, Far Cry 6 Lost Between Worlds DLC announcement details, Assassin's Creed Valhalla's final update and crossover with Destiny 2, Assassin's Creed Mirage's rumored release timing, December Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions, the latest tidbits on the Activision Blizzard acquisition, Fallout TV series setting, and December Games with Gold. We also discuss games we've been playing including Gotham Knights, Deathloop, Need for Speed Unbound, Pentiment, and more. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Witcher 3 Next-Gen Update Details - Multiform Ep. 224

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2022 57:42


    This week in the news we discuss the Hyperkin Xenon revival of the Xbox 360 controller, The Witcher 3 next-gen update details and features, EA Sports College Football release timing update, Sony insulting Battlefield to fight the Activision Blizzard acquisition, Far Cry 6 expansion reveal stream announcement, and Winter Soldier joining Marvel's Avengers. We also discuss games we've been playing including Pentiment, Crusader Kings 3, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Gotham Knights, and A Plague Tale: Requiem. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Pentiment Is Here - Multiform Ep. 223

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 21, 2022 79:55


    This week in the news we discuss comments Phil Spencer made on a recent Decoder podcast interview, updates from Embracer Group's earnings call, Xbox Black Friday and Holiday sales, November Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions, the November Xbox system update, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt current-gen update release date, Xbox Cloud expanding to 2021 Samsung TV's and Company of Heroes 3 potentially coming to console.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Pentiment, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 & Warzone 2.0, Flight Simulator 40th Anniversary Update, and SMITE Runescape crossover. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    Mass Effect 5 Speculation - Multiform Ep. 222

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 14, 2022 61:22


    This week in the news we discuss the latest N7 Day Mass Effect 5 tease, the announcement of a Netflix Gears of War movie, Control 2 official announcement, EA ending development on the Project CARS franchise, Battlefield 2042 joining Game Pass, and season 1 of Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Gotham Knights, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Forza Horizon 5, Halo Infinite Winter Update and Marvel Snap. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    EA & Marvel Strike Three Game Deal - Multiform Ep. 221

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2022 70:27


    This week in the news we discuss Marvel and EA making a long-term deal for at least 3 games, Lionsgate's interest in a John Wick game, Diablo 4's rumored release timing, Halo Winter Update details, Xbox testing wish list notification improvements, November Xbox Game Pass additions and subtractions, Embracer closing Onoma, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Double XP confusion, and improvements to Xbox Cloud Gaming on Linux and ChromeOS. We also discuss games we've been playing including Marvel Snap, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Gotham Knights, A Plague Tale: Requiem, and Mass Effect 3. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Age Of Empires Coming To Console- Multiform Ep. 220

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 66:07


    This week in the news we discuss Age of Empires coming to consoles, The Witcher 1 remake announcement, Fallout 4 current-gen upgrades, Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga Galactic Edition and Character Collection 2, potential Xbox price increases in 2023, Assassin's Creed Multiplayer's return, and Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty release date. We also discuss games we've been playing including Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Gotham Knights, A Plague Tale Requiem, Forza Horizon 5, and Lego Star Wars The Skywalker Saga. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Elite Series 2 Design Lab Is Here - Multiform Ep. 219

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 77:44


    This week in the news we discuss the new Elite Series 2 design lab options, rumors Bungie is bringing Marathon back in a new way, the potential of the Xbox Store on mobile in the future, late-October Game Pass additions and subtractions, Silent Hill game announcements, October Xbox console update details, and Resident Evil event details. We also discuss games we've been playing including A Plague Tale: Requiem, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2, Gotham Knights, Smite, Forza Horizon 5, and Cyberpunk 2077. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Forza Horizon 10th Anniversary - Multiform Ep. 218

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 90:25


    This week in the news we discuss details revealed on a Starfield Constellation Questions video, Forza Horizon's 10th Anniversary update, Phil Spencer leaking an old Keystone Prototype on his shelf, Call of Duty Campaign DLC in 2023, Gotham Knights free post-launch 4 player mode and being limited to 30 FPS, Saints Row's first big patch and sales numbers, Lunar Shift controller launch, Xbox Cloud Gaming coming to Meta Quest, and an announced Silent Hill event. We also discuss games we've been playing including Deathloop, Middle Earth Shadow of War, Forza Horizon 5, PC Building Simulator 2, Overwatch 2, Medieval Dynasty, and more. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    CD Projekt Red Lists Future Projects - Multiform Ep. 217

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2022 97:42


    This week in the news we discuss CD Projekt Red's large list of future games revealed in their recent quarterly financial meeting, Need For Speed Unbound's reveal and new direction, WWE2K losing a lawsuit to athlete's tattoo artist, Dead Space remake gameplay reveal, October Game Pass additions and subtractions, Far Cry 6 Game of the Year edition confirming future expansion name, The Outer Worlds current-gen version leak by rating board, Hitman 3 delaying and expanding roguelike Freelancer mode, Dragon Ball Z Kakarot current-gen upgrade release date, and Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4 Golden release dates.   We also discuss games we've been playing including Deathloop, Forza Horizon 5 Hot Wheels, Smite, and more. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    Goodbye Stadia - Multiform Ep. 216

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 79:48


    This week in the news we discuss the death of Google Stadia, Disney's rumored desire to have two Star Wars games per year, Saudi Arabia's intent to purchase a leading game publisher, Far Cry 6's expansion title leak, Skull & Bones being delayed again, the ability to disable Quick Resume for some games being looked into, E3 2023 plans, Ubisoft Project U, Need for Speed Unbound rumors, Mineral Camo controller announcement, Lunar Shift controller leak, and October 2023 Games with Gold. We also discuss games we've been playing including Hearts of Iron 4, Deathloop, Cyberpunk 2077, Doom Eternal The Ancient Gods Part 1, and Escape from Tarkov. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

    EA Motive Iron Man Game Announced - Multiform Ep. 215

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2022 83:42


    This week in the news we discuss the recently announced Iron Man game from EA Motive, potential expansions and content for Halo Infinite from Certain Affinity, Halo 3's 15th anniversary, hackers leaking footage of Grand Theft Auto VI, Xbox September software update features, late-September Game Pass additions, a white Series X that is not being produced, Splinter Cell remake story updated for modern audiences and the success of Tiny Tina's Wonderlands. We also discuss games we've been playing including Deathloop, You Suck at Parking, Call of Duty Modern Warefare 2 Open Beta, Stray, Smite and more.  You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod

    GoldenEye Returns - Multiform Ep. 214

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 77:58


    This week in the news we discuss GoldenEye finally returning, announcements from the Tokyo Game Show including Forza Horizon's 10th-anniversary update, Warzone 2 details announced at Call of Duty Next, Bonnie Ross leaving 343, Ubisoft is raising prices to $70 for most AAA games, September Game Pass additions including the much anticipated Deathloop, Discord voice now available to everyone, DragonBall Z Kakarot current-gen update and 2nd season of DLC, The Sim 4 going Free-to-Play, The Sims 5 rumors, and a teaser image from Hideo Kojima.  We also discuss games we've been playing including Madden NFL 23, You Suck at Parking, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Open Beta, Fallout 4 via Xbox Cloud, and more. You can email the show at questions@multiformpodcast.com or reach us on Twitter @multiformpod 

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