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***AUDIO ISSUES IN THIS EPISODE*** We apologize in advance. Our recording software messed up. Listen to our other episodes to hear the quality we typically bring. This is not a representative episode. Apologies to our listener. Episode 379 – “Final Boss Breakdown”Fred's well over 70 hours into Octopath Traveler II and stuck on the true final boss—his patience is wearing thin, and if this boss doesn't go down soon, he's threatening to leap off a cliff. Meanwhile, Jake's still deep in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and holding off on DOOM: The Dark Ages until he wraps up that beautifully strange ride.We did get some listener feedback this week, mostly someone roasting us for using AI. (Fair enough—we're still humans with mics, we promise.)In the news, the June PS Plus titles were announced and it's a stacked lineup: NBA 2K25, Alone in the Dark, Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, and Destiny 2: The Final Shape (dropping May 28). Also this week, the FTC officially dropped its long-standing challenge against Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Microsoft is calling it a win for players and, in a timely coincidence, Hellblade 2 has been confirmed for a PS5 release.There's talk of a State of Play hitting in June, though insiders say it'll be smaller in scale and likely follow Summer Game Fest. Sony also announced it's shutting down the PlayStation Stars rewards program, which honestly never really took off. New signups are done, and it'll fully close in November 2026.Elsewhere, Cyberpunk 2077's sequel—codenamed Orion—will return to Night City and introduce a gritty new setting described as “Chicago gone wrong.” And in weird news, Clair Obscur has somehow sold 3.3 million copies in 33 days. Is this real life?Lastly, if you're hardware shopping, Sony is dropping $50 off the PS5 Pro through June 11th via PlayStation Direct.Good time to jump in.By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

EPISODE 378: Bungie in Crisis, Kojima's Legacy, and a Ton of Games!Fred is 68 hours into Octopath Traveler II with just two storylines left to go, while Jake is still exploring Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. No listener feedback this week, but the news is pretty loaded.Bungie is facing some serious trouble with their upcoming game Marathon. They discovered plagiarized art assets in the alpha build, which led to scrapping the planned gameplay reveal. The team morale is tanking, and now there's a big question mark over whether they'll make their September release. On the Sony side, Jade Raymond recently left Haven Studios, the team behind Fairgames. This came after some internal concerns and delays pushed Fairgames into a 2026 release. It definitely adds to the uncertainty around Sony's live-service plans, which have had a rough ride lately.Over at SNK, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves didn't hit the mark, and their CEO has stepped down. Meanwhile, Hideo Kojima is thinking long term—he's given his assistant a USB stick full of creative ideas, almost like a will, to keep Kojima Productions going strong when he's no longer around. Kojima's also pleased that Death Stranding 2 is scoring higher in internal reviews than the first game, though he admits he prefers more divisive feedback. He's all about bold storytelling and isn't interested in playing it safe.And get ready for a huge wave of new games dropping this week. There's RoadCraft, a disaster recovery sim from the makers of MudRunner; the classic S.T.A.L.K.E.R. trilogy finally coming to PS5; and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate, a rogue-like ninja adventure. If you're into quirky stuff, Duck Detective has two new cases where you play as a down-on-his-luck duck detective solving mysteries. There's also a mix of retro platformers, deckbuilders, action RPGs, VR zombie shooters, samurai remasters, and even a dark fantasy open-world RPG called Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon. It's quite a lineup!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred's now 63 hours into Octopath Traveler II, and Jake's diving into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. No listener feedback this week—but plenty of PlayStation news to break down:Helldivers II continues to crush it with new content—this time, it's a full-on war against the Illuminate.Guilty Gear Strive grand finals at EVO Japan were derailed by an overheating PS5—hardware reliability in question.Fallout Season 2 hits Amazon this December, heading to the Mojave with major New Vegas vibes. Season 3 already confirmed.A former Rockstar dev says GTA VI didn't enter full production until 2018. We also break down Trailer 2—and yes, Rockstar insists it's running on a stock PS5.Naughty Dog's new game, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, stars Tati Gabrielle as a bounty hunter on a cursed planet. Big themes, big reactions—both good and bad.DOOM: The Dark Ages ships with just 85MB on disc—another hit to physical game preservation.Death Stranding 2 has officially gone gold.Mafia: The Old Country looks gritty and cinematic—new trailer shows off the 1900s Sicily setting. It's a focused $50 narrative experience dropping August 8th.By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred is now 54 hours deep into Octopath Traveler II and also took the time to check out the Until Dawn movie adaptation. Jake's been messing with Rochard on the Steam Deck, though he's run into a glitch, and has started exploring the world of emulators on the handheld.No listener feedback this week, but there's plenty of news to cover. Grand Theft Auto VI has been officially pushed to May 2026—coincidentally landing right on Fred's birthday. In a surprise announcement, Gears of War: Reloaded, a remaster of the original, is coming to PS5 this August for $39.99. Oblivion Remaster is already the third best-selling game of 2025 after just one week, and Clair Obscur continues to dominate attention in the indie scene.PS Plus Essential titles for May include Balatro, Ark: Survival Ascended, and Warhammer 40k: Boltgun. A State of Play stealth-dropped focusing on Borderlands 4, though Fred wasn't impressed by the overhyped music in the intro. Lastly, Supermassive's Blade Runner game has been officially canceled.Thanks for joining us as we dig through the latest PlayStation headlines. Be sure to share the show, drop us a rating, and consider supporting us on Patreon to help keep the podcast alive and thriving!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

375 - Steaming Pile of OblivionFred is back into Octopath Traveler 2 and has nearly clocked 46 hours, slowly but surely making progress. Meanwhile, Jake picked up the Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remaster and has about three or four hours into it so far. Plus, Jake finally has a Steam Deck, and his first order of business was revisiting the classic Rochard.We didn't have any listener feedback this week, but there was plenty happening in the world of PlayStation. Oblivion Remastered officially launched, and the Until Dawn movie has dropped as well. We also talked a bit about the new games hitting PS5 this week — everything from pixel-art shooters to buttered-cat puzzle platformers and a few bigger hitters like MotoGP 25 and Forza Horizon 5. There's even a new rogue-lite beat-em-up called Kiborg that caught our eye.Thanks as always for supporting the show — whether it's through Patreon, YouTube likes, comments, or just by tuning in. We've got plenty more PlayStation content on the way, so stick with us and keep spreading the word!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 374 - Doom Drops, Marines Rise, and Oblivion LoomsFred took a break from Octopath Traveler 2 this week, but he did boot up Space Marine 2 to check out the big new free update. We'll dig into his thoughts on that later in the episode. Jake finally beat Robocop: Rogue City and shares with us his specs. He also started playing a game called Anno MutationemNo listener feedback this week—y'all must be as busy as we are. Let's get into what's going on in the world of PlayStation.Bethesda fans, mark your calendars—there's an official Oblivion Remastered announcement coming on April 22. We've been hearing rumors forever, but this is the real deal. Meanwhile, DOOM: The Dark Ages just dropped its official trailer. The game launches May 15, 2025, and the trailer is an interesting mix—starting off pretty story-heavy before unleashing that signature DOOM gameplay, backed by some face-melting metal. You're playing as “The Slayer,” naturally. It looks awesome.There's a new showcase on the scene called Galaxies, focused on indie and first-look games. It streamed exclusively on Twitch and featured titles like SPINE, Firebreak (Remedy's next project), and Clair Obscur. Definitely one to keep on your radar if you're into the lesser-known gems.Sony dropped a teardown video of the PS5 Pro over on the PlayStation Blog if you're into hardware stuff. We also got more details on the Days Gone Remastered, which will feature new modes like Horde Assault: Survival Arcade, Permadeath, and Speedrun mode—sounds like they're giving fans a lot more to sink their teeth into.And for those still curious about Marathon, PlayStation Blog has posted a full gameplay overview. It's worth a look if the recent trailers left you with more questions than answers.Let's dive in.By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 373Fred's still plugging away at Octopath Traveler 2, now around 38 hours in. Progress is happening, but it's slowing down a bit—he's feeling a bit under-leveled, which is making battles tougher than they should be. Meanwhile, Jake's sticking with Robocop: Rogue City and still having a good time with it.We didn't get any listener feedback this week, so let's jump into the news.We finally got confirmation that Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is heading to PS5 with a release date of April 17, 2025. Space Marine 2 just dropped a massive update called Trygon, featuring a new operation, the Inferno Pistol, new cosmetics, and even prestige ranks for the multiplayer crowd. The update is live now, and there's a trailer to check out.We also got the full gameplay reveal for Marathon, and it's officially coming September 23, 2025. It's a squad-based extraction shooter and feels very Destiny 2-esque in terms of style and polish.Mafia: The Old Country had its release date accidentally leaked by 2K through a Steam post—looks like it's dropping August 8, 2025. Not the most graceful reveal, but now we know.With The Masters wrapping up, EA Sports PGA Tour is available now for PS Plus Extra members. Also, the PS Portal got a system update that improves PS Plus Cloud Streaming, so if you're using one of those, things should feel smoother.In TV news, The Last of Us is officially getting a third season on HBO, which should surprise no one given how well it's doing.We also touched on our sideshow this week and talked about GrimKeep, a new roguelike RPG/dice builder from the makers of Demeo. The voiceover has a Darkest Dungeon vibe, and the art style is clearly drawing inspiration from the same space. Could be one to keep an eye on.Let's get into the episode!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 372Fred is still clocking hours in Octopath Traveler 2, staying steady at around 34 hours. Jake's been making solid progress in Jedi Survivor, now about 20 hours in and still loving it. He also watched the director's cut of Robocop this week, which got him pumped to dive into Robocop: Rogue City—and yeah, he's playing that now too.As for the news, Bungie is finally ready to show off more of Marathon during a livestream on Saturday, April 12th. Hopefully this one delivers—we're all overdue for a real look at what that reboot's going to be. In other updates, Horizon Zero Dawn's planned TV series isn't happening anymore. Creative differences reportedly got in the way, so now it's being reimagined as a movie instead. Honestly, could be a better fit.There's also chatter around the Switch 2 and what it even is at this point. Hades 2 is launching first on Switch and PC, which makes sense—but it does raise the question: do we even consider the Switch 2 a full console anymore? Or is it basically a high-powered handheld? The lines are getting blurrier, that's for sure.Let's get into the show!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred is still making his way through Octopath Traveler 2, now sitting at around 34 hours in. Jake hasn't had much time for games lately but is still chipping away at Jedi Survivor.In the news, Starfield is officially headed to PS5, though there's no word yet on when that'll happen. Tony Hawk himself hand-picked some tracks for the Pro Skater 3 & 4 remakes, which pretty much guarantees a killer soundtrack. Over on PS Plus Essential, April's lineup is looking strong with Robocop: Rogue City, Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Digimon Story: Cyber Sleuth. Meanwhile, Naughty Dog has a second original game in the works that's been quietly in development for three years—and no, it's not The Last of Us Part III.WB Games has reportedly scrapped plans for Hogwarts Legacy DLC, according to Bloomberg. In a surprise move, Everybody's Golf is now under Bandai Namco, though it's unclear what they're planning for the series. Lastly, Intergalactic is apparently playable internally, and Neil Druckmann says it's shaping up to be something incredible. If all goes well, we could see it hit in 2027.Let's dive in!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Assassin's Creed Shadows stormed onto PSN with the best day-one launch in series history, pulling in 2 million players in two days.Indiana Jones and the Great Circle is officially swinging onto PS5 on April 17, 2025.Horror fans, keep an eye out for Dark Mass, a creepy underwater expedition thriller, arriving in 2026.Darkest Dungeon 2 dropped new DLC, Kingdoms and Inhuman Bondage, both free for PS5 players.New Games This Week:Cypress Legacy (March 24)Breakout Beyond (March 25)Akatsuki: Lord of the Dawn (March 25)AI Limit (March 27)Atomfall (March 27)Blue Wednesday (March 27)Care Bears: Unlock the Magic (March 27)Distant Bloom (March 27)Hitman: World of Assassination (March 27)I Have No Mouth, And I Must Scream (March 27)Instruments of Destruction (March 27)Gal Guardians: Servants of the Dark (March 27)Karma: The Dark World (March 27)Shadow of the Orient (March 27)Sports Renovations (March 27)The First Berserker: Khazan (March 27)Venus Vacation Prism: Dead or Alive Xtreme [Import] (March 27)Dollhouse: Behind the Broken Mirror (March 28)Let's dive in.By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred wrapped up Astro Bot with 307 rescued Bots and took a detour into Inscryption, thinking it'd be a quick card game. 24 hours later, he finally beat it and has a lot to say.Jake is still on Avowed and started Jedi Survivor, appreciating its Dark Souls-like combat that demands patience over button mashing.So, there's been a lot happening. Metro 2033 just hit its 15th anniversary, and 4A Games confirmed a new entry is on the way — though they're taking their time, saying it'll be “ready when it's ready.” Expect more news in 2025. Meanwhile, Life is Strange: Double Exposure didn't do so hot financially, but apparently Dragon Quest 3's success softened the blow. Honestly, this might be the end of Max's story.In other news, the PS Portal is expanding its game library, now letting you stream over 50 PS1 and PSP titles without needing a PS5. And have you seen the new Silent Hill F trailer? It's set in 1960s Japan and looks creepy as hell — plus it tackles some heavy themes like gender discrimination, child abuse, and graphic violence. Definitely not for the faint of heart.Oh, and guess what? Power Wash Simulator 2 is happening, though still no VR support. Also, Space Marine III is in development, which is pretty exciting. Lastly, Jason Blundell, known for his work on Call of Duty: Black Ops and Zombies, started a new studio called Dark Outlaws Games. Curious to see what they'll cook up.The boys discuss new games this week, so let's dive in!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred is nearing the finish line in Astro Bot, with over 250 bots rescued out of 300. Meanwhile, Jake is still working through Avowed but feeling some burnout—the game's economy is broken, leaving him stuck with the same weapon set for half the game.In the news:

Episode 367 - March OnFred has wrapped up Episode 1 of Bloom & Rage, but his enthusiasm is fading—it dragged on longer than expected, and with another episode dropping soon, he's hoping the story picks up. Meanwhile, he's back in Astro Bot and closing in on rescuing 200 bots. Jake, on the other hand, is still deep into Avowed.In the news:

PS This is Awesome: Episode 366Fred has officially conquered F.I.S.T. and completed every Contra game in the Contra Collection. Now, he's diving into Bloom & Rage. Meanwhile, Jake has started Avowed and is digging into Obsidian's latest RPG.In listener feedback, PrescriptN asked if we've checked out Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy's Edge, which is free on PS Plus Premium. Sounds like a great pick for Star Wars fans, especially with all the VR we've been playing lately.In the news:

PS This is Awesome: Episode 365Fred has been on a Contra marathon, beating Contra Arcade, Super Contra, Contra C (Japan), Contra (NA), Super C, and Route A of Contra: Hard Corps—with more routes to go. He's also still playing F.I.S.T. and appreciating its level design. Meanwhile, Jake is deep into Kingdom Come: Deliverance side quests, playing more Resident Evil 4 Remake VR, and jumping back into Boltgun (though he wishes the music was better).In the news, we finally got a PlayStation State of Play! Some major reveals include:

PS This is Awesome: Episode 364Fred went old-school this week, beating Contra and Super C on NES, then diving into The 7th Guest VR, which he's loving. He also picked up Arizona Sunshine Remake for some VR zombie action. Meanwhile, Jake has been juggling Kingdom Come: Deliverance, Ninja Gaiden 2 Black Remaster, Eternal Strands, and Warhammer 40K: Boltgun.In the news, Sony is offering 5 extra days of PS Plus to compensate for last weekend's PSN outage. There's also a rumored State of Play coming this week—could we finally get some big announcements?In what could've been an alternate timeline, Resistance 4 was once pitched to Sony by Insomniac but was ultimately rejected, despite the developers believing in the concept. On the flip side, Rocksteady is returning to Batman after the underwhelming response to Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League.The Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater remake may have had its release date leaked on PSN, pointing to an August 28, 2025 launch. Meanwhile, Sumo Digital has canceled its new IP to focus on supporting external game development.In a bizarre headline, Treyarch's co-founder, Peter Akemann, made news for illegally flying a drone into a firefighting aircraft during the California wildfires. He avoided jail time but will pay $65K in restitution and serve 150 hours of community service assisting fire relief efforts.Plenty to discuss, so let's get into it!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO15:36 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING44:14 - PSN OUTAGE55:27 - STATE OF PLAY INCOMING56:55 - ALTERNATE HISTORY RESISTANCE 41:00:45 - ROCKSTEADY RETURNS TO GOTHAM1:03:42 - SNAKE EATER RELEASE DATE1:05:37 - RATCHET AND CLANK QUIZ TIME!1:14:44 - CALL OF DUTY DRONE MISHAP1:17:32 - SUMO DIGITAL HANGS UP IP1:18:30 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred finally wrapped up Metro Awakening and is making serious progress in F.I.S.T., while Jake is still deep into Kingdom Come: Deliverance and absolutely loving Resident Evil 4 VR2.In the news, there's a big PSVR2 sale on the PlayStation Store with deep discounts on Tetris Effect (75% off), Resident Evil Village (60% off), and more. Meanwhile, EA DICE announced Battlefield Labs, a new way for players to help shape the next Battlefield game through hands-on testing.On the shutdown front, MultiVersus is coming to an end after a bumpy relaunch, and The Division 2 is also seeing its support wind down after five years. In stranger news, Assassin's Creed Shadows story details have reportedly leaked through an adult site, so if you're invested in the game, be careful what you search for online.We also want to take a moment to acknowledge the passing of Wayne June, whose unmistakable voice brought so much depth and atmosphere to Darkest Dungeon and other projects. His work was truly one of a kind, and his loss is deeply felt in the gaming community.Sony says the classic 30th Anniversary PlayStation themes will return in the future, and Space Marine 2 will be getting more PvE and PvP maps after some player backlash over post-launch content. In leadership news, Hermen Hulst is no longer PlayStation's co-CEO—Hideaki Nishino now holds the role alone. Meanwhile, Beyond: Two Souls is getting a TV series, produced by Elliot Page's company.We also take a look at this week's new releases, including Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Momodora: Moonlit Farewell, and Luck Be a Landlord.Plenty to discuss—let's get into it!0:00 - INTRO12:13 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING33:46 - LISTENER FEEDBACK41:45 - PSVR2 SALE45:50 - BATTLEFIELD LABS48:40 - MULTIVERSUS CLOSING DOWN52:17 - THE DIVISION 2 SEASON 6 CANCELLED54:12 - ASSASSINS CREED SHADOWS LEAK56:10 - WAYNE JUNE'S PASSING RIP1:05:55 - CLASSIC THEMES GOING BYE BYE1:07:32 - SPACE MARINE 2 POST LAUNCH DISCUSSION1:13:19 - HERMEN HULST NO LONGER A PLAYSTATION CEO1:17:17 - BEYOND 2 SOULS GETTING A TV ADAPTATION1:20:07 - NEW GAMES THIS WEEK1:21:18 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 362 – "There's a Freeze Up"It's cold outside, but the gaming conversations are heating up! Fred finally finished Final Fantasy XVI (congrats!) and has started F.I.S.T. Meanwhile, Jake is halfway through The Messenger but needed a break from a tough battle, so he's been diving back into the medieval world of Kingdom Come: Deliverance over the past few days.In the news, Ninja Gaiden 4 is reportedly 80% complete and set to launch this year on PS5! This isn't to be confused with Ninja Gaiden Ragebound, which is a spiritual successor to the classic NES games. Speaking of big franchises, PS Productions is working on a Resident Evil reboot, and Assassin's Creed Shadows dropped a new two-minute story trailer for PS5.We also saw some exciting updates from Doom The Dark Ages, which just had a solid gameplay showcase, and Clair Obscur has an official release date of April 24, 2025. Fans of retro games, rejoice—Super Technos World is coming in April, bringing back Super Dodgeball nostalgia and more classic arcade fun!For Darkest Dungeon II fans, there's a new DLC titled Inhuman Bondage on the horizon, adding more enemies and the Abomination class, although console players will have to wait for a release date. However, the surprise Kingdoms DLC is available today and adds a brand-new game mode for fans to explore.Finally, the big debate: could GTA6 really cost $100? Some rumors suggest it might, and we discuss whether this price point is justified.Bundle up and hit play as we break it all down!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 361Fred is almost finished with Final Fantasy XVI, while Jake just wrapped up Trepang 2! Now he's on the hunt for his next big AAA adventure. If you have suggestions, let him know!In this episode, we're diving into The Future of PlayStation. We reflect on how Sony has shaped the gaming landscape over the years, from introducing 3D graphics and CD-quality sound in 1994 to championing indie developers and story-driven single-player games. We explore key innovations like the DualShock controller, Blu-ray integration, and the rise of online services with the PS4.As for the future, what's next for PlayStation? Cloud gaming is gaining ground, but with live service games faltering, Sony might need to rethink its strategy. Could we see a move toward Early Access, more PC integration, or a resurgence of multiplayer modes in single-player games? Plus, we speculate about which franchises and studios—like Naughty Dog and Uncharted—should lead the charge.In news, the rumored State of Play in February has us wondering what surprises are in store. Meanwhile, Arken Age is out now on PSVR2, earning high praise for its combat despite some story critiques. The Until Dawn movie just dropped its first trailer, and it looks promising! On a bittersweet note, Sony canceled Bluepoint's live-service God of War project and Bend Studio's new title, but both studios remain intact.Finally, PlayStation Blog shared its top 10 platformers available on PS Plus, including classics like Jak and Daxter, Ape Escape, and Celeste. There's a lot to unpack, so hit play and join us for the conversation!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO9:50 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING16:31 - LISTENER FEEDBACK25:50 - FUTURE OF PLAYSTATION 57:00 - BEND AND BLUEPOING CANCELED GAMES1:06:25 - NEXT STATE OF PLAY INCOMING?1:10:00 - UNTIL DAWN TRAILER REACTION1:13:41 - ARKEN AGE COMING TO VR21:14:50 - TOP 10 PS PLUS PLATFORMERS Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 360Fred didn't make it back to Metro Awakening—talking about Final Fantasy XVI last week gave him the itch to finally finish it, and now he's almost through. Meanwhile, Jake finally rolled credits on Metaphor: Refantazio! He gave MediEvil a shot, but it didn't really click. However, he picked up Resident Evil 4 Remake, The Messenger, and Trepang 2—so plenty to dive into next.We're also looking at what's coming up, with new releases like Arken Age, DreadOut: Remastered Collection, and Dynasty Warriors Origins dropping this week.In news, a trademark filing hints at a possible Ecco the Dolphin revival—whether that excites or terrifies you depends on how you feel about ‘90s underwater adventures. Meanwhile, PowerWash Simulator VR has been put on hold, which is a bummer for those hoping to deep-clean in first-person. Kojima is getting introspective, reflecting on his future as a creator while Death Stranding 2 enters a crucial development phase. Speaking of delays, Assassin's Creed Shadows is now set for March 2025, but a leaked DLC titled Claws of Awaji suggests Ubisoft has big post-launch plans.Sony is experimenting with “smell tech” for gaming—because apparently, immersion isn't complete until you can sniff the battlefield. More excitingly, Helldivers is getting a movie adaptation, something we speculated on ages ago. And finally, The Last of Us Season 2 is hitting in April… should we dust off our old Last of Us podcast?It's a packed episode—let's get into it!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO13:40 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING33:30 - LISTENER FEEDBACK43:16 - NEW GAMES44:25 - ECCO THE DOLPHIN45:17 - POWERWASH SIMULATOR47:00 - DEATH STRANDING 251:16 - ASSASSIN'S CREED SHADOWS58:50 - DO YOU WANT TO SMELL YOUR GAMES? 1:02:45 - HELLDIVERS ON THE BIG SCREEN1:05:45 - TLOU SEASON 21:11:00 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 359Fred finally conquered Darkest Dungeon 2 and is diving back into Metro Awakening, while Jake is still deep in Metaphor: Refantazio. No new games for him this week—but big plans for next year.With 2025 just around the corner, we're setting some New Year's Gaming Resolutions! Fred is determined to finally beat Final Fantasy XVI, be more thorough with his playthroughs, and resist buying games just because they're on sale. He also wants to pick up more games at launch instead of waiting. Meanwhile, Jake wants to make better use of his PSVR2, finish Half-Life: Alyx, and dive into more indie games. He also plans to play Gran Turismo, Vertigo, and Metro Awakening—all in VR—plus Resident Evil 4 Remake for the full horror experience. On top of that, he's challenging himself to try more games without feeling the need to finish every single one.In news, PlayStation Plus Essentials for January have been announced, featuring Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, The Stanley Parable: Ultra Deluxe, and Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit Remastered. Sony is reassuring gamers that home consoles aren't going anywhere, despite industry shifts. Meanwhile, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is still on track for 2025, though Kojima Productions is feeling the effects of the ongoing SAG-AFTRA strikes. PlayStation's focus on live service games is growing, with Helldivers 2 proving to be a big success.It's a new year, new games, and new goals—let's talk about it all!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO17:00 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING35:25 - OUR NEW YEARS GAMING RESOLUTIONS54:50 - PS PLUS GAMES COMING IN JANUARY57:04 - CONSOLES NOT GOING OUT OF STYLE59:40 - KOJIMA PRODUCTIONS AFFECTED BY STRIKES1:04:00- PLAYSTATION FOCUSING ON LIVE SERVICES GAMES1:08:00 - UNCHARTED QUIZ1:21:43 - SONY AT CES 20251:22:26 CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 358Fred's been juggling G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra, Darkest Dungeon 2, and nearing the finish line in Metro Awakening, while Jake took a nostalgic dive back into Sound Shapes on the PS Vita.This episode, we're wrapping up the year with our 2024 Games of the Year picks! Fred's favorites include the chaotic brilliance of Helldivers 2, the brutal challenge of Darkest Dungeon 2, and the charm of Astrobot. Space Marine 2, Resident Evil 4 in VR, Metro Awakening, and the atmospheric Dead Space Remake also made his list. Jake's lineup features the epic Final Fantasy Rebirth, the intriguing Animal Well, the highly anticipated Stellar Blade, and the imaginative Metaphor: Refantazio.Looking ahead to 2025, we're hyped for titles like Ghost of Yotei, Little Nightmares III, and Death Stranding 2. Split Fiction, Doom: The Dark Ages, and The Outerworlds 2 have our attention as well. Honorable mentions? Mafia: The Old Country, Hell is Us, Crimson Desert, Lunar Remastered Collection, and Metal Gear Solid Delta.It's been an incredible year for gaming, and next year's lineup is already looking stacked. Tune in as we break it all down!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fred's nearing the end of Metro Awakening (Chapter 10!) and wrapping up his journey with Darkest Dungeon 2, finally tackling the last confession. Jake? He's still deep into Indiana Jones and the Great Circle—on Game Pass, naturally.This week, we're diving into our PlayStation Wrapped for 2024! Fred and Jake both played 35 games this year, with Fred's journey starting with Final Fantasy XVI and ending with Darkest Dungeon 2. His top games include 90 hours in Darkest Dungeon 2, 39 hours in Helldivers 2, and 34 hours in FFXVI. Jake's list is, well, under wraps for now, but we know his 512 hours of gaming outpaced Fred's 285.Fred's role-playing gaming style saw him snag 263 trophies this year, with A Fine Hound from FFXVI as his first and The Last Confession trophy in DD2 closing out the year. No Platinums for Fred, but 8 Golds aren't too shabby.In the news, CD Projekt Red confirmed that Ciri will take center stage in The Witcher 4, though specifics about platform support remain under wraps. Mark Cerny hinted at a continued partnership with AMD for the PS6, and Amazon's Secret Level series has been renewed for a second season.It's a look back at an incredible year in gaming—join us for the full breakdown!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 356Fred's nearing the end of Metro Awakening (now on Chapter 10), revisiting TLOU Part II on PS5, and still deep into Darkest Dungeon 2. Meanwhile, Jake's checking out Indiana Jones and the Great Circle—but on Game Pass (we forgive him).This week's show is all about The Game Awards 2024, and there's plenty to unpack! Astro Bot took home Game of the Year, which feels like a well-deserved win. Naughty Dog dropped jaws with Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and Helldivers 2 got a big update—“Omens of Tyranny”—complete with a DualSense tie-in and a fresh surge in player numbers.We also saw trailers for some massive games: The Witcher 4, Elden Ring: Nightreign (a co-op spinoff coming in 2025), and Outer Worlds 2 (confirmed for PS5!). Mafia: The Old Country takes us to Sicily in the 1900s, Midnight Murder Club brings suspenseful 6-player shooter vibes, and Hazelight's Split Fiction blends co-op sci-fi and fantasy in a mind-bending way. Capcom surprised us with Onimusha: Way of the Sword, and Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound is officially happening.There was even a soccer game, Rematch, from the studio behind Sifu—because why not? And Dispatch, a narrative-driven game starring Aaron Paul, looks like a 2025 sleeper hit. Oh, and Hideo Kojima's back with rumors swirling about Gas Snake. Classic Kojima.It's a jam-packed breakdown of all the highlights, so grab a seat, and let's dive into everything Game Awards!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 355This week, Fred's diving deeper into Metro Awakening (now on Chapter 8), revisiting TLOU Part II on PS5, and exploring the depths of Darkest Dungeon 2. Jake finally conquered COD Black Ops 6 but is still spending quality time with Metaphor: ReFantazio and Half-Life: Alyx.We've also put together a PlayStation gift guide just in time for the holidays. From consoles to accessories, PS Plus subscriptions, and even merch, we share plenty of ideas to make the gamers in your life smile—without breaking the bank.In other news, Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is getting fantastic early buzz, though PS5 players will have to wait a bit. We also speculate on what surprises might be in store at the Game Awards next week and share some thoughts on Black Ops 6 multiplayer going free for a week. Plus, Sony's hinting at hand tracking for PSVR2, and there's a free Gran Turismo 7 game that's definitely worth checking out. Ubisoft, on the other hand, is shuttering XDefiant and processing refunds—a tough end for the game and its development team.It's a packed episode, so let's get into it!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO22:45 - PLAYSTATION GIFT GUIDE44:00 - INDIANA JONES GETS GOOD REVIEWS45:30 - VIDEO GAME AWARDS 2024 PREDICTIONS1:01:10- BLACK OPS 6 IS FREE FOR A WEEK1:02:40 - MY FIRST GRAN TURISMO1:04:16 - XDEFIANT SHUTS DOWN1:11:42 - PSVR2 HAND TRACKING AND APPLE1:15:22 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 354 Fred is working through Metro Awakening (Chapter 6), The Last of Us Part II PS5 version, and Darkest Dungeon 2. Jake continues Metaphor: Refantazio, COD Black Ops 6, and Half-Life: Alyx.This week, we talk about the animated anthology series Secret Level, inspired by games like SIFU, Pac-Man, and Armored Core, arriving on Amazon in December. Plus, the GTA 6 second trailer is teased, and December's PS Plus games include It Takes Two and Aliens: Dark Descent.Shuhei Yoshida has resigned after 31 years with PlayStation, leaving behind an incredible legacy of creativity. We also cover Space Marines 2's December update, Cyberpunk 2077's incredible 30M sales milestone, and The Witcher 4 entering full production.Naughty Dog's Troy Baker is starring in a new untitled PS5 game. Join us for all this and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO18:20 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING36:04 - SECRET LEVEL40:10 - PS PLUS GAMES FOR DECEMBER 202443:00 - WHEN IS THE NEXT GTA TRAILER? 44:40 - SHUHEI YOSHIDA LEAVES PLAYSTATION49:00 - WARHAMMER 40K SPACE MARINES 2 PATCH51:10 - PSVR2 COMMERCIAL AND 30TH ANNIVERSARY COMMERCIALS54:40 - CYBERPUNK TEAMS UP WITH NETFLIX FOR ROUND 259:10 - WITCHER 4 IN FULL DEVELOPMENT1:04:30 - TROY BAKER IS BACK ON ASSIGNMENT AT NAUGHTY DOG Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 353 SummaryFred is playing Metro Awakening, the PS5 version of The Last of Us Part II, and gave Bloodborne a try through PlayStation Stars, while Jake sticks with Metaphor: Refantazio.This week's news includes Black Friday PlayStation deals like PSVR2 bundles for $349, Elden Ring for $19.99, and a 2TB SSD for $159.99. Sony is rumored to be working on a new handheld inspired by the PS Portal's success.IO Interactive is removing all Conor McGregor content from Hitman 3 following his conviction. Meanwhile, Sony may buy Kadokawa, potentially gaining a majority stake in FromSoftware along with Chunsoft and Acquire (Danganronpa, Octopath Traveler).Tune in for our thoughts on these stories and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO22:13 - GAME OF THE YEAR DISCUSSION27:20 - BLACK FRIDAY DEALS34:50 - HUMANOID ORIGIN CLOSURE37:00 - SONY ON HANDHELD45:15 - IO REMOVING CONOR MCGREGOR49:31 - PLAYSTATION QUIZ56:33 - DYNASTY WARRIORS DEMO57:40 - SONY LOOKING TO BUY KADAKAWA1:05:00 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 352, Fred has wrapped up Dead Space Remake but hasn't yet returned to Metro Awakening, while Jake continues to explore the depths of Metaphor: Refantazio.On the news front, we're seeing good traffic from YouTube Shorts but struggling to convert viewers into subscribers. We discuss the strategy moving forward and whether it's worth doubling down on Shorts. PlayStation Plus Premium is adding Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2 for streaming, much to the delight of fans of the iconic series.In Horizon-related news, Tim Russ, best known as Tuvok from Star Trek: Voyager, will voice Sylens in LEGO adaptations—a touching continuation of the late Lance Reddick's work. We also take a look at the gameplay loop for ARC Raiders and dive into the controversy surrounding the Game Awards, which has allowed DLCs and remasters like Elden Ring's DLC to compete for Game of the Year nominations.Tune in for thoughts on these topics, our gaming impressions, and more! Don't forget to subscribe and join the conversation.By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO34:30- GAMES WE'RE PLAYING48:45 - RESISTANCE COMING TO PS PLUS PREMIUM56:00 - SYLENS VOICED BY TIM RUSS IN LEGO HORIZON57:45 - ARC RAIDERS GAMEPLAY1:03:33 - VIDEO GAME AWARDS NOMINEES1:18:40 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 351 SummaryThis week, Fred has Dead Space Remake on hold while diving into Metro Awakening, Astro Bot, Tetris Effect, and he just finished TMNT: Shredder's Revenge! Jake is still deeply engaged with Metaphor: Refantazio.In the news, we discuss Sony's latest reflection on project timelines and quality control for titles like Concord, which PlayStation President Hiroki Totoki recently acknowledged could've benefited from earlier testing gates. We're also celebrating the Grammys adding a category for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games, with Spider-Man 2 and GOW Valhalla among the nominees. Plus, Sony will end production of the PS4 Camera Adapter for PS5 on November 26th.Finally, we reflect on the recent Death Stranding release for Xbox Series X/S on its fifth anniversary and consider the seamless wave of PS5 Pro patches. Could Sony have prepared for this update well in advance?New and longtime listeners, don't miss this episode full of insights and game impressions!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO12:52 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING43:10 - GRAMMY AWARDS FOR GAME SCORES46:50 - WE TAKE A PLAYSTATION QUIZ53:36 - RIP CAMERA ADAPTER FOR PS555:40 - PLAYSTATION COMMENTS ON CONCORD1:03:20 - DEATH STRANDING ON XBOX NOW1:05:06 - PATCHING PS5 GAMES FOR PS5 PRO IS IT EASY? Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome Episode 350In this episode, Fred continues through Dead Space Remake, now seven hours in and up to Chapter 6, while Jake is immersed in Metaphor: Refantazio and COD 6. We discuss Sony's upcoming PS5 Pro launch, which includes an official list of enhanced titles that will display “PS5 Pro Enhanced” labels on physical copies.In other news, despite critical acclaim, Alan Wake 2 hasn't turned a profit yet, leaving fans concerned. This holiday season, Sony is launching a Fortnite Console Bundle featuring V-Bucks and exclusive in-game cosmetics. Meanwhile, EA's popular Dragon Age: The Veilguard won't be receiving post-launch DLC as BioWare shifts focus to the next Mass Effect. With the imminent release of Metro Awakening on PSVR2, we discuss the potential for Sony to explore more narrative-driven first-person games on VR.New releases this week include Demons of Asteborg, Planet Coaster 2, Metro Awakening, and Goat Simulator Remastered. Tune in as we cover all this and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO23:20 - LISTENER FEEDBACK27:30 - PS5 PRO LIST OF UPDATED GAMES30:30 - ALAN WAKE 2 STILL NOT MAKING A PROFIT36:00 - FORTNITE CONSOLE BUNDLE INCOMING38:16 - DRAGON AGE VEILGUARD NO DLC41:26 - METRO AWAKENING VR TALK45:41 - NEW GAMES THIS WEEK49:20 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Fred has completed The Casting of Frank Stone and moved on to Dead Space Remake, where he's about 5 hours in and on Chapter 4. Meanwhile, Jake is diving into COD 6 and Metaphor: ReFantazio. Plus, we have listener feedback from Prescript_N, who shares his experience from the When We Were Young Festival in Vegas, including sets by Hawthorne Heights and Underoath—throwing us back to the early 2000s emo/punk era.In the news, we discuss the November PS Plus lineup, featuring Ghostwire: Tokyo, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged, and Death Note: Killer Within. In troubling developments, QA testers for COD 6 faced demands to return to in-office work, leading to a walkout of around 30 Activision employees citing health concerns.Sony has shut down Firewalk Studios following the release of Concord, as well as Neon Koi, which unfortunately didn't release any games before closure. In lighter news, a PlayStation gamer made headlines for pre-purchasing PS Plus up to the year 2048—dropping over $2k for it. Don't forget to accept the new PS Stars Terms of Service, and we discuss the latest on Naughty Dog's upcoming project, which is rumored to be less linear—raising questions about its direction.Join us as we cover these stories and more! Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 348In this week's episode, Fred is diving into The Casting of Frank Stone, with plans to return to Astro Bot once October ends. Jake's current gaming updates will be revealed during the show.In the news, Black Ops 6 is confirmed to not have a Platinum trophy, which isn't uncommon for COD games. The game drops on 10/25. Filming for Fallout Season 2 will begin soon, and Alan Wake 2 is receiving a major update called The Anniversary Update on 10/22, which includes new features like gyro aiming, expanded PS5 haptics, and the ability to invert the X-axis.In other news, Horizon fans will see the role of Sylens recast after Lance Reddick's passing, with rumors pointing to Keith David as the potential replacement. Meanwhile, Hazelight Studios is teasing their next game, which may be called Split Fiction, and Phasmophobia is finally hitting the PS5 just in time for Halloween, with a release date of 10/29.We also talk about the pricing of Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 at $50 for its first game, and the unfortunate leak of Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, where dataminers have spoiled the plot before the 10/29 release, leaving Square Enix reeling after early access plans backfired.Tune in for all this and more as we break down the latest PlayStation news!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO21:50 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING35:50 - BLACK OPS 638:58 - FALLOUT SEASON 2 TO BEGIN FILMING43:55 - ALAN WAKE 2 ANNIVERSARY UPDATE46:15 - SYLENS 50:30 - HAZELIGHT STUDIOS HAS A NEW GAME INCOMING55:50 - PHASMAPHOBIA FINALLY COMING TO PS556:32 - CLAIR OBSCURE: EXPEDITION 331:03:30 - LIFE IS STRANGE: DOUBLE EXPOSURE LEAKS Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this week's episode, Fred is still playing Astro Bot but gearing up for The Casting of Frank Stone, while Jake has picked up Metaphor: ReFantazio. We also have listener feedback, with Ryan from Australia sending in a voice message!In the news, we take a quiz from Push Square to test our PlayStation knowledge and talk about the continued success of the Silent Hill 2 Remake. We discuss reports that Tencent considered buying out Ubisoft, and we break down the top downloads for September 2024 on the PlayStation Store in the USA.As for new games, releases include Darksiders 2 Deathinitive Edition, NEVA, Squirrel with a Gun, 8-Bit Adventures 2, and A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead. Plus, exciting titles like MechWarrior 5: Clans, TMNT: Mutants Unleashed, and Unknown 9: Awakening are all coming soon.Tune in for all this and more as we dive into the latest PlayStation news and games!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO16:08 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING38:50 - QUIZ45:00 - SILENT HILL 2 REMAKE46:40 - TENCENT AND UBISOFT56:15 - TOP DOWNLOADED GAMES ON PSN FOR 9/2457:00 - NEW GAMES59:30 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 346In this week's episode, Fred is still enjoying the fun and charm of Astro Bot, while Jake has finished Space Marines 2, earned a Platinum trophy in Astro Bot, and is now trying out the Metaphor: ReFantazio demo.For the news, an Alien Isolation sequel has officially been announced, and the long-awaited Until Dawn movie has wrapped filming. Metaphor: ReFantazio and the Silent Hill remake are both receiving rave reviews. We also dive into Digital Foundry's comparison videos between the PS5 Pro and the standard PS5. In unfortunate news, Red Barrels, the developers behind Outlast, were hacked, with over 2TB of data being held for ransom. Lastly, we discuss the release of Metro Awakening, set for November 7th.Tune in for all this and more as we break down the latest in the PlayStation world!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO15:00 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING28:30 - ALIEN ISOLATION SEQUEL31:00 - UNTIL DAWN MOVIE33:10 - METAPHOR: REFANTAZIO34:32 - SILENT HILL REMAKE36:40 - PS5 PRO VS. PS541:45 - RED BARREL GOT HACKED44:00 - METRO AWAKENING GAMEPLAY49:00 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 345, Fred has wrapped up Space Marines 2 and is now enjoying the whimsical world of Astro Bot, while Jake continues his journey through Space Marines 2.In the news, we recap everything announced at the recent State of Play, including October's PS Plus lineup featuring Dead Space Remake, WWE 2K24, and Doki Doki Literature Club. We also talk about Jason Schreier's scoop that Guerilla Games is working on Horizon Online as their next big project, though it's not Horizon 3.We also cover the Tokyo Game Show highlights, including the reveal of Death Stranding 2, which introduced a unique photo mode that will impact the story. In addition, Assassin's Creed Shadows has been delayed on PS5 until February 14th, and the PS5 Pro hasn't sold out yet—we're not sure what that means for its launch.Finally, we test our PlayStation knowledge with the latest quiz from Push Square. Join us for all this and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO22:00 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING37:10 - STATE OF PLAY DISCUSSION1:04:00 - DEATH STRANDING 21:06:18 - PS5 PRO DID NOT SELL OUT1:09:00 - PLAYSTATION QUIZ1:14:15 - PS PLUS GAMES REVEALED FOR OCTOBER1:16:25 - HORIZON ONLINE1:18:18 - ASSASSIN'S CREED SHADOWS DELAYED1:30:00 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 344In this week's episode, Fred and Jake are both deep into Space Marines 2 and share their thoughts on the game so far.On the news front, we dive into the exciting announcement of PlayStation's 30th Anniversary event on September 26th, featuring jaw-dropping PS5 Pro consoles and accessories. We discuss the leaked prices of the upcoming PS5 Slim and DualSense controllers and the outrageous prices scalpers are asking for limited-edition consoles. We also cover the confirmed State of Play happening on 9/24/24, and Jeff Grubb's hint that a Days Gone remaster might be showcased.Other stories include connectivity updates and balance changes for Space Marines 2, a new teaser from Battlefield fans, and an update on Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth despite its entire dev team's departure. Plus, we test our PlayStation knowledge with another quiz from Push Square.Lastly, we highlight some new game releases coming between September 23rd and 27th, including Anarkade, Beyond Galaxyland, Disney Epic Mickey Rebrushed, EA Sports FC 25, and Five Nights at Freddy's: Into the Pit.Tune in for all this and more as we break down the latest in the PlayStation world!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO21:00 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING27:00 - PS 30TH ANNIVERSARY 41:11 - STATE OF PLAY50:00 - ANNAPURNA LAYOFFS57:00 - SPACE MARINES 21:01:00 - BATTLEFIELD FANS1:03:00 - PS QUIZ1:06:53 - NEW GAMES1:09:40 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 343In this episode, we're all about Space Marines 2! Fred tackles more of the chaos, while also dipping into the first two levels of Astro Bot. Jake continues his campaign in Space Marines 2 and explores the VR realm with Half-Life Alyx. LJ joins the fun with Astro Bot and a bit of Space Marines 2 as well.For the news, the PS6 is already deep in development, with AMD once again securing the CPU contract. We break down the latest PS Plus Game Catalog additions for September, including titles like The Plucky Squire, Night in the Woods, Chernobylite, and more. We also discuss Skate entering early access next year, Minecraft developer 4J Studios' new survival sandbox game, and Final Fantasy 16 launching on PC with a request for modding restraint from producer Yoshi-P. Plus, we explore how Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 promises not to "betray" fans of the original.We also dive into Astro Bot's impressive launch, the new PS5 firmware updates, and the rumored State of Play coming later this month. Finally, we cover the latest Helldivers 2 patch and what it means for players. Join us for all this and more in our latest PlayStation deep dive!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO1:04:32 - PS6 NEWS1:07:52 - PLUS CATALOG1:09:00 - PLUS RE-RELEASE1:10:50 - SKATE1:16:15 - REFORJ1:18:46 - FF16 TO PC1:23:04 - FF7 REMAKE PART 31:25:00 - ASTROBOT SUCCESS1:27:50 - PS5 FIRMWARE1:32:07 - NEW STATE OF PLAY1:36:30 - HELLDIVERS 2 PATCH1:39:00 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 342 - PS5 Pro Reveal Discussion This week, Fred dives into the chaos of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marines 2 and takes a break with AstroBot, while Jake finishes Crisis Core and joins the action with Space Marines 2 as well.In the news, the PS5 Pro has officially been announced, with a hefty $700 price tag and a November release date. We also talk about Sony's decision to increase the price of PS5 controllers in the US, Europe, and more.Tune in for our thoughts on these updates and plenty more PlayStation chatter!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

PS This is Awesome: Episode 341In this week's episode, we dive into what we're playing, with Fred getting lost in the dark world of Darkest Dungeon 2 and picking up The Casting of Frank Stone, while Jake revisits an old favorite with Final Fantasy VII Crisis Core Reunion.On the news front, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marines 2 earns an impressive 9/10 from PushSquare, while Concord has officially flopped, being axed just two weeks after release. We also discuss Warner Bros' focus on Hogwarts Legacy 2, positive internal buzz for Fairgame$, and the latest PS Plus titles including Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, MLB The Show 24, and Little Nightmares II. Plus, we touch on the layoffs at Ballistic Moon before the launch of the Until Dawn Remake, and speculate on early design drawings for the PS5 Pro.We round things off with a PlayStation quiz from PushSquare – think you can beat us?By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO39:11 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING45:30 - SPACE MARINES 252:44 - CONCORD IS FINISHED1:01:00 - HOGWARTS 21:01:47 - FAIRGAME$1:03:45 - PSPLUS GAMES FOR SEPTEMBER1:05:46 - BALLISTIC MOON LAYOFFS1:07:00 - PLAYSTATION QUIZ1:15:16 - PS5 PRO DRAWING1:17:00 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 340 of PS THIS IS AWESOME!, Fred dives deeper into the dark with Darkest Dungeon 2, while Jake revisits a beloved classic with Final Fantasy Crisis Core Reunion. We break down all the exciting reveals from Gamescom 2024, including the eerie new project from Tarsier Studios, Reanimal, and the thrilling confirmation that Troy Baker will don the fedora as Indiana Jones in The Great Circle on PS5.But that's not all—rumors are swirling about a September State of Play, which could include a PS5 Pro reveal. We also discuss the surprising news that Crash 5 was shelved to focus on live-service games and the massive success of Black Myth, which sold 10 million copies in just three days. Plus, there's more Death Stranding 2 content coming to Tokyo Game Show, and a Lara Croft Netflix animation dropping in October.Tune in as we cover all this and more, and get ready for another action-packed episode!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO20:24 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING27:40 - GAMESCOM 2024 IMPRESSIONS1:10:50 - SEPTEMBER STATE OF PLAY INCOMING1:11:50 - CRASH 5 ALMOST WAS1:13:42 - HANDHELD MARKET AND SONY1:17:55 - PS STARS USER AGREEMENT1:19:50 - BLACK MYTH WUKONG SALES1:21:43 - TOKYO GAME SHOW AND DEATH STRANDING 21:23:14 - LARA CROFT GETS ANIMATED FOR NETFLIX1:24:20 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 339 of PS THIS IS AWESOME, Fred and Jake dive into the latest PlayStation news and share what they've been playing. Fred's been grinding through Darkest Dungeon 2 and finally took down the second boss, while Jake's been checking out The First Descendant.This week's news roundup includes a new PlayStation quiz on Push Square, updates on the upcoming Indiana Jones game, and a first look at Crimson Desert gameplay on PS5. The guys also discuss the upcoming release of Astro Bot, the price tag for the Until Dawn PS5 remake, and the new FlatOut game coming to PSVR2. Plus, they touch on the Arizona Sunshine VR2 remake dropping in October and the latest developments with Helldivers 2.Lastly, they reflect on the 10-year anniversary of P.T., the game that still haunts the PlayStation community. Don't miss this episode filled with insights, opinions, and a whole lot of PlayStation love!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO32:07 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING44:50- PLAYSTATION QUIZ54:55 - INDIANA JONES COMES TO PS51:03:52 - ASTRO BOT LEAKS1:05:30 - UNTIL DAWN GETS A PRICE POINT1:07:30 - FLATOUT TO VR21:11:32 - ARIZONA SUNSHINE 2 COMING TO VR21:14:33 - HELLDIVERS 2 1:20:50 - PT IS A DECADE OLD Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 338 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred talks about his continued adventures in "Darkest Dungeon 2" after beating the second boss, and how he's been getting the hang of his new racing wheel. Jake shares his experiences with "Gran Turismo 7," "Beat Saber," and a few other games.This week in the news, "Alan Wake 2" hasn't yet turned a profit for Remedy, though the first DLC expansion, "Night Springs," is now available. The long-forgotten game "WILD" that was once shown at Gamescom has officially been shelved. Meanwhile, "Dragon Age: Veilguard" will limit players to controlling only one character to increase the action per minute, according to Bioware.In other news, "Twisted Metal" Season 2 is currently being filmed, though Fred admits he hasn't watched the first season yet. On the business side, Meta is closing down Ready at Dawn, while Sony is releasing an adapter for PSVR2 to enable PC connection, a feature they considered from the start."Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" will bring back the in-game card game, Queen's Blood, in its upcoming sequel. For August, PS Plus members can look forward to titles like "Ender Lilies: Quietus of the Knights," "Five Nights at Freddy's: Security Breach," and "LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga."Bungie is facing some turbulence, with reports of a canceled project, the layoff of 220 workers, and tighter integration into Sony. Rumors suggest Sony's Hermen Hulst might be taking more control, with some ex-employees calling for the current CEO to step down.New game releases this week include "Shoulders of Giants: Ultimate," "Green Hell," "Cricket: Jae's Really Peculiar Game," "The Precinct," and "Madden NFL 25," among others.By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO32:27 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING43:25 - ALAN WAKE 249:35 - WILD IS CANCELED52:38 - DRAGON AGE: VEILGUARD INFO57:00 - TWISTED METAL 2 IS FILMING1:00:00 - READY AT DAWN IS CLOSING1:03:00 - PSVR2 ADAPTER IS HERE FOR PC1:11:00 - QUEEN'S BLOOD CONTINUES1:14:01 - PS PLUS OFFERINGS FOR AUGUST1:16:00 - PLAYSTATION QUIZ TIME1:24:04 - BUNGIE IS UNDER FIRE1:34:30 - NEW GAMES COMING TO PSN Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 337 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred shares his ongoing adventure in "Darkest Dungeon II" with 30 hours under his belt, while LJ is juggling "Fortnite," "Helldivers 2," "Doom Eternal," and other titles.In the news, PSVR2's price drop to $349.00 has caused a massive sales boost of 2,350%. Upcoming VR2 games to look forward to include "Arcade Paradise VR," "Wanderer: The Fragments of Fate," "Aces of Thunder," "Alien: Rogue Incursion," "Behemoth," and "Metro Awakening."We're saddened to report that Tony Pankhurst, the curator of "The Dark Pictures Anthology," has passed away after a lengthy illness. On a lighter note, Sony announced a new Astro Bot-themed DualSense controller, with preorders starting on August 9, 2024.A viral video features a martial artist replicating moves from "Tekken 8," bringing the game's action to life. The video game industry is also facing a strike as the USA actors' union, SAG-AFTRA, protests the use of AI and the exploitation of members' likenesses.Capcom announced that the Mega Man series has sold over 41 million copies, and they are actively planning more games for the beloved franchise.New game releases include "Star Wars: Bounty Hunter," "Thank Goodness You're Here," and "Tomba! Special Edition" on August 1, and "The Mortuary Assistant" on August 2.Join us for these updates and more in Episode 337 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME!"By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO27:30 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING40:00 - PSVR2 PRICE DROP48:36 - TONY PANKHURST PASSED AWAY RIP51:00 - ASTRO BOT DUAL SENSE55:22 - TEKKEN 8 MOVES IN REAL LIFE59:50 - SAG AFTRA STRIKE1:20:00 - MEGA MAN1:22:42 - CLOSING Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 336 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred delves into "Darkest Dungeon II" with 21 hours logged, while Jake explores the depths of "Dragon's Dogma 2."For the news, we're kicking things off with a fun quiz to test our PlayStation knowledge, reminiscent of the old days on the show. Check out the quiz on PushSquare and see how well you know PlayStation.In exciting updates, PlayStation Stars is back up, and Fred scored a $20 PSN voucher. There's a new game called "The Run: Got Next," a spiritual successor to "NBA Street." Plus, a massive "Helldiver" update is dropping on August 6, 2024, bringing new difficulties, enemies, locations, and more.The PS5 recently had a 1.2 GB firmware update, introducing features like inviting players to your game session via URL and additional voice commands.Finally, rumors are swirling about a potential PS5 Pro reveal at the Tokyo Game Show. What do you think? Are you interested?Tune in for all the details and our thoughts on the latest in PlayStation!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 335 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred discusses his experience with "Darkest Dungeon II" and his new racing wheel setup, while Jake dives into "Dragon's Dogma 2." We also address listener feedback about the podcast version being incorrect, and thank you for letting us know.In the news, the critically acclaimed RPG "Sea of Stars" is getting DLC, confirmed by the developer on Twitter. "Warhammer 40K: Space Marines 2" has been leaked online, with gameplay videos circulating. The developer expressed disappointment, emphasizing the hard work put into the game. A new trailer for "The Casting of Frank Stone" by Supermassive Games, set to release on September 3, 2024, showcases a Grindhouse vibe and features mechanics similar to "The Quarry.""The First Descendant" faced criticism for its in-game icons resembling those from "Destiny 2," and Nexon announced updates following feedback. Despite this, the game saw 10 million players in its first week. "Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn" received mixed reviews for its repetitive enemy types and story, though its combat and visuals were praised. "Double Dragon Revive" appears too modern and forced, while "Metro Awakening" for VR2 looks promising. Lastly, a "Genshin Impact" console bundle has been announced.New game releases include "Darkest Dungeon 2," "Retaliate" on July 15, "Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba! Sweep the Board," "EvilvEvil," "Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn," "Flock," "Let's School," and "Nobody Wants to Die" on July 16. "Bo: Path of the Teal Lotus," "Over Horizon X Steel Empire," and "Schim" release on July 18, and "EA Sports College Football" and "Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess" launch on July 19.Tune in for more detailed discussions and insights!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

n Episode 333 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred shares his thoughts on "The First Descendant," describing it as a mix between "Destiny" and "Horizon." Jake has successfully beaten "Doom Eternal."We didn't receive any listener feedback or questions this week.In the news, 2K is working on an unannounced remake, sparking excitement among fans. "City Skylines 2," developed by Paradox Interactive, has been delayed to address stability issues, pushing the console release to 2025. Rolling Stone reports that the "Horizon Zero Dawn" TV show on Netflix is currently on hold due to allegations of toxicity against the showrunner from his time on "The Umbrella Academy."Amazon Prime Day is coming up on July 16-17, featuring some notable deals on physical game copies and accessories. Highlights include the Nioh Collection on PS5 for $30, "Demon's Souls" remake on PS5 for $30, "Returnal" for $30, "GTAV" for $20, "Control" for $21, and "Dying Light 2" for $25. Additionally, external hard drives and the Logitech G29 Racing wheel with pedals are on sale, with the latter available for $200, a $100 discount.New game releases include "Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail," "Hot Blood," and "The First Descendant" on July 2. July 4 brings "Fate Seeker 2," "The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak," and "Zenless Zone Zero." "Bleak Faith: Forsaken" releases on July 5.Tune in for more details and discussions on these topics and more! Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 333 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred shares his experience playing "Wolfenstein Youngblood," "Dave the Diver," and revisiting "Streets of Rage 4." Jake, on the other hand, is back into "Doom" and enjoying some crossword puzzles.Listener feedback includes a shoutout to 1blktalon for appreciating Jake's solo episode.In the news, "Concord" is starting beta testing soon, with early access from July 12-14 and open beta from July 18-21. The game will only have cosmetic monetization. July's PS Plus games lineup features "Borderlands 3," "NHL 24," and "Among Us." The PlayStation Stars loyalty program is set to return soon. Capcom is actively developing a new "Resident Evil" title, likely a sequel to Village. "Metal Hellsinger" is coming to PSVR2 this fall. There was a controversy with "War Thunder" using inappropriate imagery in their wallpaper, likely due to an AI mishap. "Dragon's Dogma 2" offers a free trial until July 17th, with progress carrying over.As for new game releases, look out for "Final Fantasy 14: Dawntrail," "Hot Blood," and "The First Descendant" on July 2. July 4 will bring "Fate Seeker 2," "The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak," and "Zenless Zone Zero." Finally, "Bleak Faith: Forsaken" releases on July 5.Tune in for detailed discussions on these topics and more!0:00 - INTRO26:45 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING48:50 - PSVR2 FAILING59:13 - WARHAMMER 40K SPACE MARINES 2 GAMEPLAY OVERVIEW1:03:30 - SEAN LAYDEN IS SPEAKING TO US1:18:08 - PS STARS PROGRAM STILL DOWN?1:20:21 - BANDAI NAMCO SHOWCASE1:21:50 - BLUEPOINT GAMES PROJECT1:32:58 - NEW GAMES THIS WEEK Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 332 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred and Jake dive into the latest in PlayStation. Fred has been playing "Dave the Diver" after beating "Deliver Us Mars," while Jake finished "Stellar Blade" (which took 40 hours and he loved it) and has started up "Doom Eternal" again.There are rumors that Sony is pulling back funding from the VR2 headset, and "AstroBot" was always intended for a major PS5 release, according to developer Nicolas Doucet. "Warhammer 40K Space Marines 2" has an extended gameplay overview video that looks amazing. Former PlayStation Boss Sean Layden shared insights on the gaming industry's trend of creating bigger, more expensive games that many players don't finish, suggesting a shift in focus towards game design rather than just realistic graphics. The PS STARS Loyalty program is still offline since June 5th. Bandai Namco's summer showcase is set for July 5th with potential reveals including a new "Tales" game and something related to "Dragon Ball." Bluepoint Games is working on an original title, with rumors of an "Uncharted" remake circulating.Tune in for all this and more on Episode 332!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO26:45 - GAMES WE'RE PLAYING48:50 - PSVR2 FAILING59:13 - WARHAMMER 40K SPACE MARINES 2 GAMEPLAY OVERVIEW1:03:30 - SEAN LAYDEN IS SPEAKING TO US1:18:08 - PS STARS PROGRAM STILL DOWN?1:20:21 - BANDAI NAMCO SHOWCASE1:21:50 - BLUEPOINT GAMES PROJECT1:32:58 - NEW GAMES THIS WEEK Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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In Episode 330 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred is playing "Deliver Us Mars" and Jake is enjoying "Stellar Blade." PlayStation's State of Play announced exciting titles like "Concord" launching in August, "Dynasty Warriors Origins" rumored for PS5, and "Monster Hunter Wilds." "God of War Ragnarok" hits PC on September 19th, and "Astro Bot" returns in September. "Path of Exile 2" and "Until Dawn" arrive on PS5 later this year, with "Marvel Rivals" beta in July and "Silent Hill 2" remake coming October 8th. Summer Games Fest highlights include "The First Descendent" on July 2nd, "Black Myth Wukong" on August 20th, and "Slitterhead" on November 8th. "Alan Wake II" gets a physical version, and "Dragon Age: Dreadwolf" is renamed "Dragon Age: Veilguard." PSVR2 is getting a $60 PC adapter on August 7th. June's PS Plus games are "Streets of Rage 4," "AEW Fight Forever," and "SpongeBob SquarePants: The Cosmic Shake." Tune in for all this and more on Episode 330!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome  Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 329 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred and Jake dive into their latest gaming adventures. Fred is still working on Trek to Yomi, while Jake has been exploring Animal Well.They tackle the latest PlayStation news, starting with rumors of a new DOOM game, potentially titled DOOM: The Dark Ages, expected to be revealed at the next Xbox Showcase and coming to PS5. Warhammer Space Marines 2 has a new multiplayer trailer, with assurances from Focus Entertainment that there will be no micro-transactions. Stellar Blade on PS5 has had its previously censored costumes uncensored.Rumors are swirling about a new PS5 Astrobot game and an upcoming PlayStation Showcase, possibly happening this week or next. Neil Druckmann from Naughty Dog discusses the role of AI in enhancing storytelling, while PlayStation Productions' boss Asad Qizilbash emphasizes a shift towards immersive narratives over graphics.A study by Quantic Foundry indicates a declining interest in strategy games, which may be due to time constraints and gameplay controls rather than the genre itself. In a somber note, PlayStation London Studios has shut down after over twenty years of game development.The episode also highlights upcoming game releases for late May, including Seed of Life, MultiVersus for PS5 and PS4, and the PSVR2 game Sushi Ben. Other notable releases include Capes, Horizon Chase 2, Tokyo Psychodemic, Umbraclaw, Wizman's World Re, F1 24, and Sugar Mess: Let's Play Jolly Battle.Tune in for all this and more on Episode 329!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn't quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here! As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome 0:00 - INTRO9:15 - Games We're Playing26:05 - New DOOM Game?30:00 - Space Marines 2 getting PVP35:12 - Uncensored Stellar Blade 2 Outfits Come Back37:00 - New Astrobot incoming and A PlayStation Showcase?43:40 - Neil Druckman Weighs in on AI52:30 - Story vs. Graphics1:01:19 - Are Strategy Games Dead?1:10:33 - London Studios is Over1:12:00 - New Games1:15:20 - Closing Support PS This is Awesome! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.