The Press Start Podcast

Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders sold out in Japan and the United States, but it remains available here in Australia. We wonder why and discuss Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, FBC Firebreak, Sydney Sweeney being cast in Split Fiction and EB Games selling retro consoles. 00:00 Coming Up 01:38 Visiting Kojima Productions 04:36 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is A Hit 09:38 Switch 2 Sells Out In Japan And US 19:04 FBC Firebreak 26:51 Sydney Sweeney Cast In Split Fiction Movie 39:56 EB Games Selling Retro Consoles 47:52 Our 2025 Game Of The Year So Far 51:10 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Harry joins the show to discuss his review of Clair Obscur: Expedtion 33. 00:00 Coming Up01:23 Gamecube Controllers02:22 Oblivion Remaster Shadow Drop06:35 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review15:28 Tron Catalyst19:30 Ghost of Yotei Release Date Confirmed26:16 The Last Of Us S2E2 Reactions33:18 Rapid Fire Question34:45 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, PlayStation increased the price of the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation Plus in Australia. We unpack why, and what it means for the future of video games, as well as reacting to the Marathon reveal and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion rumours. 00:00 Coming Up01:06 The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 1 Review06:51 PlayStation Price Increases19:09 Marathon Reveal30:15 New Games40:38 Rapid Fire43:51 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've played the Nintendo Switch 2 and weighed in on whether the new console's expensive price is fair. Shannon shares his hands-on impressions and Nintendo Switch 2 game previews. We also chat about Hades 2 being exclusive, the Xbox Showcase, the AFL 26 announcement, and a Minecraft Movie review. 00:00 Coming Up 01:04 A Minecraft Movie Review04:17 Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing21:36 Hands-On Impressions of the Nintendo Switch 230:44 Nintendo Switch 2 Game Previews33:16 Hades 2 Switch 2 Exclusive38:57 Xbox Showcase Announced49:38 AFL 26 Revealed54:09 Marathon55:49 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the lead up to South of Midnight, we were fortunate enough to speak with members of the Compulsion Games team about the upcoming action-adventure Xbox exclusive and how they went about building a handcrafted world embedded in Southern Gothic folklore. We were joined by Jasmin Roy, Game Director for South of Midnight, and Chris Fox, who serves as the game’s Audio Director. South of Midnight is out now for those who opted for the premium early access, though it rolls out officially on April 8 for Xbox Series X/S, PC, and Xbox Game Pass. For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Having stayed up most of the night to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, we unpack all the announcements, including the price, release date, tech specs and launch lineup. Brodie also shares his review of South of Midnight and preview of Doom: The Dark Ages. 00:00 Coming Up01:16 Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders03:44 Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date05:58 Nintendo Switch 2 Price15:02 Nintendo Switch 2 Tech Specs30:30 Nintendo Switch 2 Games At Launch54:45 South of Midnight Review01:02:54 Doom The Dark Ages Preview01:09:47 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a listing noted that Silent Hill F had been refused classification in Australia, the Australian Classification Board responded to our request for comment. What does it mean for the game's release in Australia? We explore the ever-changing Australian regulatory landscape, review Atomfall and ponder what might be in store this year for God of War on this episode of The Press Start Podcast. 00:00 Coming Up00:48 Silent Hill F Refused Classification11:49 Atomfall Review25:35 God of War Greece Rumours30:17 Look Outside Release32:46 What The Wiki?!40:26 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've all played Assassin's Creed Shadows, the long-anticipated AC game set in feudal Japan, and discuss our review of the game. We also discuss AI replacing actors in video games and the Nintendo Switch 2 launch possibly being the biggest gaming launch ever. 00:00 Coming Up01:02 Silent Hill F Trailer Reaction06:06 Assassin's Creed Shadows Review Discussion29:53 AI In Video Games38:54 Nintendo Switch 2 Price Speculation44:50 People Can Fly PlayStation IP48:00 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back from his holidays, James joins the show to weigh in on the Xbox handheld and console rumours, the possibility of The Last of Us Part 3 and Death Stranding getting a release date. 00:00 Coming Up00:59 James Is Back!03:24 Xbox Handheld Rumours07:11 The Next Xbox Will Be A PC12:46 The Last Of Us Part 317:33 The Last Of Us Season 2 Trailer Reaction21:23 Death Stranding Release Date26:50 Rapid Fire Question27:54 What The Wiki?!31:38 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We discuss our glowing review of Split Fiction, share our impressions on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and react to the PlayStation VR 2 price cut. 00:00 Coming Up00:48 Pokemon Presents Reactions03:01 Split Fiction Review Discussion22:42 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Preview32:23 PlayStation VR 2 Price Cut38:02 Rugby League Game Announced39:12 What The Wiki?!46:08 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The zoomers take over the podcast to talk through our Monster Hunter Wilds and Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii reviews, react to the Wonder Woman cancellation and Fable delay, and share our impressions of Elden Ring: Nightreign. 00:00 Coming Up01:26 Monster Hunter Wilds Review Discussion18:57 Like A Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii Review Discussion23:47 Wonder Woman Cancelled and WB Studios Closed33:25 Fable Delayed40:41 EB Selling Single Pokemon and MTG Cards43:20 Harry's Most Anticipated Games of 202546:55 Elden Ring: Nightreign Impressions52:23 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catching up with a big week of video game news, we break down the PlayStation State of Play — including the reveal of Saros — and Brodie discusses his review of Avowed. 00:00 Coming Up01:42 Avowed Review15:05 PlayStation State of Play Reactions40:56 FantasyCritic Check-in43:45 New Astro Bot Levels45:22 What The Wiki?!52:17 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Brodie shares his preview of South of Midnight and we discuss the PlayStation Network, rumoured State of Play, Bloomberg's report of Warner Bros. Games and check in on our FantasyCritic results. 00:00 Coming Up01:09 Snake vs. Monkey03:16 Resistance 4 Pitch Rejected By PlayStation06:31 South of Midnight Preview14:53 PlayStation Network Outage17:42 PlayStation State of Play Rumours25:12 Warner Bros. Games Woes31:58 Fantasy Critic Check-In36:57 GTA VI Definitely Coming Out In 202538:09 What The Wiki?!51:27 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We review Kingdom Come: Deliverance II and unpack the week's news including Forza Horizon 5 coming to P55, Multiversus getting shutdown and PlayStation scrapping console themes. 00:00 Coming Up00:44 Spiderman On PC02:05 Kingdom Come: Deliverance II Review19:09 Multiversus Shutdown28:34 Forza Horizon 5 Coming To PS537:04 Themes On PS538:05 What The Wiki?!50:26 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xbox's Developer Direct was huge with Ninja Gaiden 4 announced and Doom: The Dark Ages, South of Midnight and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 all getting a release date. Xbox Boss, Phil Spencer, has been busy elaborating on Xbox's strategy in the wake thereafter, and EA and Ubisoft are struggling with AAA games performing worse than expected, giving us plenty to discuss! 00:00 Coming Up00:58 Fantasy Critic Update03:19 Xbox Developer Direct Recap12:00 Xbox Series S Support18:11 Xbox's Next Console24:37 Third-Party AAA Publishers Struggling38:15 Dying Light Updates41:45 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2024: https://press-start.com.au/features/2024/12/13/everything-announced-at-the-game-awards-2024/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this special episode, we complete our Fantasy Critic draft, react to the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal and discuss the news PlayStation cancelled a live-service God of War game. 00:00 Coming Up00:53 Nintendo Switch 2 Reactions12:19 Fantasy Critic Draft46:24 PlayStation Cancels Live-Service God Of War Game53:48 Will You Buy A Nintendo Switch 2 Day One?55:34 What The Wiki?!59:44 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. Follow along on Fantasy Critic: https://www.fantasycritic.games/league/789bd8ab-3a56-422a-a9cb-8450a5279e65/2025 Read All About The Nintendo Switch 2: https://press-start.com.au/?s=nintendo+switch+2 SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Switch 2 could be revealed before you listen to this episode. We also discuss Assassin's Creed Shadow's delay, the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct and our preview of Kingdom Come Deliverance II. 00:00 Coming Up00:42 CES Tech Time With Shannon03:12 Will The Nintendo Switch 2 Be Revealed This Week?14:31 Assassin's Creed Shadows Delayed Again22:19 Xbox Developer Direct Announced27:08 Kingdom Come Deliverance II Preview40:02 Nintendo Alarmo Coming To Australia42:44 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. Our Top 10 Games Of The Year And The Ones That Just Missed Out: https://press-start.com.au/features/2025/01/01/our-top-10-games-of-the-year-and-the-ones-that-just-missed-out/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's our first episode for 2025! After a quick look back at the year that was, unpacking our Top 10 Games of 2024, we discuss the year ahead! We share what games were most excited for, and reveal our 2025 gaming predictions. 00:00 Intro00:46 What We've Been Playing09:38 Our Top 10 Games of 202419:06 Our Most Anticipated Games of 202524:46 Our Predictions for 2025 In Video Games45:11 What Wins Game Of The Year In 202546:57 What The Wiki?!52:24 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. Our Top 10 Games Of The Year And The Ones That Just Missed Out: https://press-start.com.au/features/2025/01/01/our-top-10-games-of-the-year-and-the-ones-that-just-missed-out/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In our final episode of the year, we review our predictions for 2024 and share our personal picks for Game of the Year 2024. 00:00 Intro01:00 Secret Level04:12 Alien: Rogue Incursion Review13:44 Marvel Rivals First Impressions21:01 More Switch 2 Leaks27:48 Reviewing Our 2024 Predictions36:45 Our Game of the Year 2024 Picks1:15:25 Most Played Game of 202401:17:29 What The Wiki?!01:23:35 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2024: https://press-start.com.au/features/2024/12/13/everything-announced-at-the-game-awards-2024/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Game Awards 2024 was huge! We react to all the announcements — including The Witcher 4, Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet and Onimush: Way of the Sword — and celebrate all the winners. 00:00 Intro01:40 The Game Awards Overall Impressions05:38 The Game Awards Winners15:50 The Game Awards Announcements16:13 Split Fiction18:31 Turok Origins20:45 Onimusha: Way of the Sword23:34 Elden Ring: Neightreign25:52 Dispatch26:38 Mafia: The Old Country26:54 Rematch27:23 Fumito Ueda's New Game30:32 The Witcher 435:01 Borderlands 436:51 Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet47:23 Shadow Labyrinth48:41 The Outer World 249:28 Project Country49:45 Sonic Racer50:17 Most Anticipated Game52:26 What The Wiki?!55:48 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2024: https://press-start.com.au/features/2024/12/13/everything-announced-at-the-game-awards-2024/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Adventure calls. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle releases on December 9th on Xbox Series X and S, Game Pass and PC. Pre-order Indiana Jones and the Great Circle Now. Rated M.We look back on the year 2024 in gaming, reviewing the year in terms of its announcements and quality of releases. We also look at the year ahead, reflect on PlayStation's 30 years of history and Shuhei Yoshida leaving Sony. 00:00 Intro01:11 Treat Time04:55 Reviewing 202411:51 Xbox's 202420:56 Nintendo's 202424:54 PlayStation's 202432:53 Looking Ahead to 202537:31 Celebrating PlayStation's 30th Anniversary45:29 Shuhei Yoshida Leaving PlayStation48:59 PlayStation 30th Anniversary Themes50:33 What The Wiki?!01:01:05 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We react to the Game Awards 2024 nominees, make some predictions, discuss the potential of the PlayStation Portable/PS Vita making a comeback and unpack Brodie's review of S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl. 00:00 Intro01:16 Living with the Nintendo Alarmo08:09 Our Game Awards Nominee Reactions & Predictions35:28 PlayStation Handheld Rumours43:10 Stalker 2: Heart of Chernobyl Review52:07 Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 Release Date?54:03 What The Wiki?!01:02:16 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  READ THE REVIEWS S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl Review-In-Progress – Zoned Out: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/11/21/s-t-a-l-k-e-r-2-heart-of-chornobyl-review-in-progress-zoned-out/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've been playing LEGO Horizon Adventures together and discussed our review. Brodie weighs in on Metro Awakening VR too, and we discuss the latest on Grand Theft Auto 6, a classic mode returning to Overwatch and Donkey Kong Country's deep dive reveal.  00:00 Intro01:29 LEGO Horizon Adventures Review14:27 Metro Awakening VR Review19:21 GTA 6 On Track32:15 Classic Overwatch Returns38:31 Donkey Kong Country Deep Dive43:08 Rapid Fire Question46:14 What The Wiki?!50:41 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  READ THE REVIEWS LEGO Horizon Adventures Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/11/13/lego-horizon-adventures-review/ Metro Awakening VR Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/11/11/metro-awakening-vr-review-tunnel-vision/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've spent a week with the PlayStation 5 Pro and share our review. We also reviewed Slitterhead and Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood, reacting to the closure of Firewalk Studios, and dissecting Dragon Age: The Veilguard's huge launch. 00:00 Intro00:32 Firewalk Studios Closed10:26 PS5 Pro Review21:14 Slitterhead Review30:01 Mario & Luigi: Brotherhood Review36:13 Dragon Age: The Veilguards BioWare's Biggest Steam Launch39:08 Scream in Mortal Kombat 139:57 What The Wiki?!45:30 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2024 keeps delivering! We discuss our Dragon Age: The Veilguard review and Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 review. Brodie has also played Indiana Jones And The Great Circle and shares his preview of the gameplay including combat and puzzle solving. 00:00 Intro00:23 Dragon Age: The Veilguard Review17:33 Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Review26:44 Indiana Jones At The Great Circle Hands-On Preview37:39 What Games Are We Making Time For?41:23 PlayStation Stars Changes42:40 What The Wiki?!48:21 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nintendo is currently conducting a playtest and one brave participant leaked the details. The game sounds like a world-building sim not too different from something like Minecraft. We discuss the unannounced game, Fear the Spotlight, the Xbox Partner Showcase, the lack of Spider-Man 2 DLC  and Shannon's preview of LEGO Horizon Adventures. 00:00 Intro00:40 Fear the Spotlight Review06:03 Nintendo's New Minecraft-Like Game14:12 Xbox Partner Showcase23:57 No Spider-Man 2 Story DLC28:52 LEGO Horizon Adventures Preview32:54 PlayStation Welcome Hub Launches In Australia35:23 What The Wiki?!42:29 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Not-so-fresh from PAX Australia, the gang discuss the week's worth of gaming news including retailers cancelling PlayStation 30th anniversary orders, going hands-on with Avowed, the Nintendo Alarmo reveal, our review of Neva and Super Mario Party Jamboree, the Game Freak leaks, Steam making changes and more!  00:00 Intro00:51 PlayStation 30th Anniversary Cancellations02:56 PAX Australia Review08:51 Avowed Preview12:30 Nintendo Alarmo Reactions16:12 Neva Review22:25 Super Mario Party Jamboree Review28:50 You Don't Own Your Steam Library34:54 Steam Deck Australia Launch40:54 Pokemon Leaks48:29 Xbox Partner Preview Predictions56:22 Nintendo Switch Online Updates59:02 What The Wiki?!01:02:44 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #nintendoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

343 Industries has rebranded to Halo Studios and revealed an engine change: switching to Unreal 5. We unpack what this might mean for the future of Halo and discuss our Metaphor ReFantazio review, Ubisoft's turmoil, more upcoming Assassin's Creed games, Alien: Isolation 2 entering development, and the God of War trilogy potentially getting remade. 00:00 Intro01:16 Metaphor ReFantazio13:43 Ubisoft New: AC Shadows Delay and Acquisition29:03 More Upcoming Assassin's Creed Game 33:03 Alien: Isolation 2 Announced38:37 What's Next For Halo?49:17 God of War Trilogy Remake51:45 What The Wiki?!59:44 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  READ  Metaphor ReFantazio Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/10/08/metaphor-refantazio-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The much anticipated Silent Hill 2 remake is out and James loved it! Here's our Silent Hill 2 Remake reviews discussion, Shannon's time so far with Until Dawn and our debrief on the chaos of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary pre-orders. 00:00 Intro02:36 Silent Hill 2 Review17:46 Until Dawn First Impressions23:34 PlayStation 30th Anniversary Pre-Order Chaos35:23 Avatar: The Last Airbender New Game36:36 What The Wiki?!40:02 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  READ Silent Hill 2 Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/10/04/silent-hill-2-remake-review-a-tense-and-terrifying-affair/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 30th Anniversary PlayStation collection and PS5 Pro launch is upon us. Still, there's stacks more news to discuss this week including our review of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom review, our PlayStation State of Play reactions, endless PlayStation remasters/remakes, the Palworld devs getting sued by Nintendo, and our first look at the Nintendo Switch 2! 00:00 Intro00:50 PlayStation 30th Anniversary Collection05:43 The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Review16:17 PlayStation State of Play Reactions28:18 PlayStation Remasters: When Will They Stop?33:39 Nintendo Sue Palworld Devs38:29 Nintendo Switch 2 Pictures Leaks44:35 Rocksteady Making Another Batman Game47:10 What The Wiki?!53:21 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We review The Plucky Squire, Funko Fusion and the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, and unpack the latest EA news including a new Star Wars Jedi game, Skate going into early access next year and The Sims entering a new era. 00:00 Intro00:33 PS5 Pro Thoughts A Week On03:23 The Plucky Squire Review14:11 Funko Fusion Review24:04 Dead Rising Deluxe Remasters Review31:54 New Star Wars Jedi Game35:42 Skate Early Access39:55 The Sims' New Era46:53 Rapid Fire Question49:09 What The Wiki54:31 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The PlayStation 5 Pro has been unveiled with an overnight technical presentation. We decide whether the upgrade is worthwhile, discuss Concord's untimely demise and Brodie previews The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Time and Super Mario Party Jamboree.  00:00 Intro00:49 PS5 Pro Reactions29:26 Concord Is Dead39:34 Banning Kids From Gaming46:11 The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Time Preview55:24 Super Mario Party Jamboree Preview01:02:21 What The Wiki?!01:06:14 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A bunch of reviews landed this week including Star Wars Outlaws, Concord and Black Myth: Wukong. We share our thoughts and react to the latest news on Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Avowed. 00:00 Intro00:34 Star Wars Outlaws Review14:28 Concord Review27:23 Black Myth: Wukong Review33:27 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Previews39:49 Avowed 30FPS On Xbox Series X46:01 Rapid Fire Question48:19 What The Wiki?!51:47 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  READ Star Wars Outlaws Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/08/26/star-wars-outlaws-review-far-far-away-from-perfect/ Concord Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/08/27/concord-review/ Black Myth: Wukong: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/08/27/black-myth-wukong-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gamescom is underway and we unpack all the biggest announcements from Opening Night Live including Borderlands 4, Mafia: The Old Country, Dying Light: The Best, Indiana Jones: The Great Circle, Dune Awakening and more!  Check out all the announcements: https://press-start.com.au/features/2024/08/21/everything-announced-at-the-gamescom-opening-night-live-2024-event/ 00:00 Intro04:19 Borderlands 409:19 Dying Light: The Best12:40 Directive 802016:15 Mafia: The Old Country18:01 Indiana Jones: The Great Circle25:38 Dune Awakening30:21 Starfield: Shattered Space32:51 Marvel Rivals34:58 Secret Level43:21 Which Xbox Game Comes To PlayStation Next?45:05 What The Wiki?!50:07 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nintendo has released an extended gameplay trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, but our reactions are mixed. We explain why we're still on the fence, unpack the new The Last of Us Season 2 HBO teaser trailer, discuss the delay of Avowed, react to the new EB World Plus subscription, hypothesize about Sony Santa Monica's new IP post-God of War, and more! 00:00 Intro01:01 The Casting for Frank Stone Preview06:48 Borderlands Box Office Disaster15:31 Gamescom Predictions20:08 Tango Gamesworks Finds New Publisher23:49 WarnerBros Wants To Sell Stake In Video Game Business26:47 Ready At Dawn Closure29:15 Wolfeye Studios' New Dishonored Spiritual Successor32:03 Returning To Black Ops Zombies33:56 What The Wiki Game Show The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #borderlandsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nintendo has released an extended gameplay trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, but our reactions are mixed. We explain why we're still on the fence, unpack the new The Last of Us Season 2 HBO teaser trailer, discuss the delay of Avowed, react to the new EB World Plus subscription, hypothesize about Sony Santa Monica's new IP post-God of War, and more! 00:00 Intro00:51 The Last of Us Season 2 Teaser Trailer Reaction12:16 TLOZ Echoes of Time Trailer Reaction21:21 Avowed Delay & Xbox's 202431:25 EB World Plus Reactions38:57 Sony Santa Monica's New IP43:03 The Next Darksiders Game45:55 What The Wiki?!51:43 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #nintendoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New story DLC has been announced for Mortal Kombat 1adding six new characters, but people are taking issue with it. We also discuss the latest on the Like A Dragon tv series, the BioShock film in the works at Netflix, the Borderlands movie coming out soon, and updates coming Stellar Blade and Starfield.  00:00 Intro00:33 New Astrobot Controller02:33 Like A Dragon Trailer Reactions08:07 BioShock Netflix Movie Update14:25 Are We Still Excited For Borderlands?19:05 Mortal Kombat 1 Controversy29:57 Stellar Blade And Starfield Updates37:07 Rapid Fire: Do You Like Skill-Based Matchmaking?38:32 What The Wiki?!42:35 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you thought the dust had settled on the Xbox acquisition of Activision Blizzard, guess again. The FTC is appealing the decision and points to the recent price hikes of Game Pass and layoffs as an example fo competitive behaviour. We discuss this, Ubisoft's statement on the marketing and historical accuracy of Assassin's Creed Shadows, Helldivers II's biggest content update yet, Shannon's impressions of the upgraded ASUS ROG Ally X portable gaming PC and Fortnite getting the LEGO treatment.  00:00 - Intro00:35 - Famicom Detective Club04:21 - FTC's Xbox Challenge13:32 - Ubisoft's Statement on Assassin's Creed Shadows21:35 - Helldiver's II Biggest Content Update Yet28:04 - ASUS ROG Ally X Impressions32:32 - Fortnite LEGO34:50 - What The Wiki?!39:31 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #xboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The first Concord beta weekend has wrapped up and we all spent some time over the weekend playing it. We're all pretty impressed with the game, although have a couple of concerns. We share our reviews of Anger Foot and Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, and discuss leaks around Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, BioShock 4 and Crash Bandicoot 5. 00:00 - Intro01:06 - Fast Food Finds03:05 - Anger Foot Review11:21 - Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess Review17:10 - Concord Impressions32:20 - Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 Leak38:20 - BioShock 4 Screenshot Emerges47:02 - Crash Bandicoot 5 Cancelled53:20 - Amazon Fire Stick Get Xbox Cloud Gaming Support57:12 - What The Wiki?!1:01:28 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #gamingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xbox Game Pass is changing. Prices are going up and the tiers switched up. We dissect the possible reasons behind the change and what it means for the future of Xbox. We also talk about PlayStation's return to the Tokyo Game Show, The Final Descendant copying Destiny and Palworld's developers teaming up with Sony.  00:00 - Intro00:31 - Shannon's Banana Pie01:55 - Apple Vision Pro Impressions04:11 - Kunitso-Gami: Path Of The Goddess Demo Impressions07:54 - Xbox Game Pass Changes Explained20:20 - PlayStation's Return To TGS25:21 - Pocket Pal Teams Up With Sony30:17 - Did The Final Descendant Copy Destiny?37:31 - Horizon Zero Dawn Netflix Adaptation In Limbo40:36 - What Sport Do You Want Added To Nintendo Switch Sports?42:03 - What The Wiki?!48:18 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's episode, we welcome the news that the Resident Evil 7 director will be returning to direct Resident Evil 9. We ponder what's next for the series and discuss The First Descendant, Dead Rising Deluxe Remastered, Nintendo Switch 2 stock, Elden Ring and more! 00:00 - Intro00:29 - Donkey Kong Country 2 Apology04:14 - Revisiting Metroid: Zero Mission06:52 - James' Elden Ring Injury10:23 - The First Descendant Early Impressions13:09 - Dead Rising Deluxe Remastered Trailer Reactions20:32 - Resident Evil 7 Director Returns For RE 930:38 - Nintendo Switch 2 Stock Combatting Scalping42:36 - Elden Ring Adaptations45:57 - Embarrassing Video Game Merch48:06 - What The Wiki?!51:42 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a surprising change of tone, FromSoftware fans have criticised the Elden Ring: Shadows of the Erdtree DLC claiming its too difficult. James doesn't disagree, welcoming a recent update tweaking player progression. We share our thoughts and discuss the lastest Capcom announcements, iOS ports selling poorly and Forza Horizon 4 getting removed from online storefronts.  00:00 - Intro00:55 - Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Review16:45 - Another Dead Rising Remake23:17 - Low iOS Ports Sales28:39 - Forza Horizon 4 Is Getting Delisted34:10 - Are You Excited For The Casting of Frank Stone36:59 - What The Wiki?!41:52 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #eldenringSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a surprisingly stacked Nintendo Direct, a tonne of new games were announced to send off the Nintendo Switch before the new console is revealed. We react to the reveal of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and everything else from the June 2024 Nintendo Direct.  00:00 - Intro01:04 - Alan Wake II DLC06:10 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Reveal15:23 - The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Trailer Reaction19:52 - Mario & Luigi: Brothership Impressions26:01 - Super Mario Party: Jamboree Reactions31:36 - Donkey Kong Country Returns HD Reactions36:25 - Will These Games Get Switch 2 Updates? 37:37 - Other Nintendo Direct Announcements43:40 - Uncharted Better Than Indiana Jones?45:20 - What The Wiki50:46 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au#gaming #podcast #nintendoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We're back from Summer Game Fest 2024 and share out reactions to our favourite new game announcements, talk about the games we played and saw behind closed doors, and review the crazy predictions we made a head of the showcases. 00:00 - Intro02:59 - Our Favourite SGF 2024 Announcements26:12 - Astro Bot Preview29:08 - Fear the Spotlight Preview31:15 - LEGO Horizon Adventures Preview36:30 - Star Wars Outlaws Preview43:27 - Assassin's Creed Shadows Preview49:56 - Reviewing Out Summer Game Fest Predictions55:58 - Most Hype Astro Bot Cameos56:59 - What The Wiki?!01:05:09 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #xboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There's plenty to unpack from this week's PlayStation State of Play including Concord and the newly announced Astro Bot. PS VR2 made a last minute pitch to pick up their flailing headset with a PC adapter, but it's too little too late as far we're concerned. Summer Game Fest may also be on the "quieter" side this year, and The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time might be on the horizon after all. We discuss all this and more. 00:00 - Intro00:51 - Anger Foot Preview07:35 - PlayStation State of Play Reactions27:42 - PlayStation VR2 PC Adapter Revealed35:10 - Summer Game Fest Quieter Than Usual45:02 - Google Employee Caught Leaking Nintendo News48:24 - The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time Release Date51:51 - What The Wiki?!01:00:04 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the Summer Game Fest mere weeks away (and the leaks already leaking) we offer up our official SGF 2024 predictions. James has also reviewed Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door and gone hands-on with Multiversus in a preview. 00:00 - Intro00:58 - Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door Review09:14 - Multiversus Hands-On Preview17:03 - Summer Game Fest 2024 Predictions50:31 - The Best FPS Games of All Time52:38 - What The Wiki?!1:00:13 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstaitoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The long-awaited Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is here, but how does the sequel to the critically acclaimed game stack up? Is it enough to turn around Xbox's misfortune and improve their slate of exclusives? We review the game and discuss Stellar Blade burgers, Nintendo's acquisition of Shiver Entertainment,  the potential imminent BioShock announcement, Toys For Bob teasing something new, and more! 00:00 - Intro00:58 - Stellar Blade Burger03:06 - Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Review15:55 - Does Hellblade 2 Save Game Pass?20:40 - Nintendo Acquire Shiver Entertainment35:04 - When Is The Next BioShock Game Coming Out?39:30 - Toys For Bob Tease42:17 - What The Wiki?!48:30 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After a turmultous week at Xbox, the gang dissect Xbox's strategy and how they might do better by their studios and fans. They're not the only one amending their strategy though, with Square Enix moving away from exclusivity deals, and PlayStation appointing dual-CEOs. We discuss all this, Animal Well, Cryptmaster, the Rogue Prince of Persia delay, and more! 00:00 - Intro00:51 - Animal Well First Impressions02:46 - Cryptmaster Review06:57 - Arkane Austin & Tango Gameworks Closure Reactions26:25 - Square Enix Ditch Exclusives32:44 - New PlayStation CEOs36:17 - The Rogue Prince of Persia Delayed to Avoid Hades 239:30 - Assassin's Creed Shadows Has A Bad Name43:55 - What The Wiki?!49:42 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #nintendoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This past week: the Helldivers 2 community launched a crusade to reverse some questionable decision-making from PlayStation; Nintendo confirmed the Switch 2 will be unveiled this year; Batman Arkham Shadow, a new VR game for the Meta Quest 3 was announced; a cancelled Vicarious Visions produced Donkey Kong game was unearthed; and Resident Evil 9 rumours surfaced online. We discuss all this and more.  00:00 - Intro01:03 - Nintendo Switch 2 Reveal Confirmed For This Year09:01 - Batman Arkham Shadow Announced18:24 - Helldivers 2 Controversy30:52 - Resident Evil 9 Rumours43:04 - The Cancelled Donkey Kong Game54:45 - Are You Returning to Starfield?56:39 - What The Wiki?!01:01:15 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #nintendoSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Xbox has announced a Showcase for June as part of Summer Games Fest, which has replaced E3 as the key mid-year video game event. We speculate what we might see, chat about the upcoming Call of Duty 2024 game developed by Treyarch, weigh in on Square Enix cancelling $220M worth of games, and how the magnetic Joy-Cons might work on the Switch 2 if rumours are the be believed.  00:00 - Intro03:53 - No Rest For The Wicked05:26 - Xbox Showcase & Call of Duty Direct19:21 - Square Enix Cancellations28:24 - How Magnetic Joy-Cons Might Work On The Switch 234:26 - Housemarque's Disappointing Tease36:34 - What The Wiki?!42:33 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.  READ Xbox Showcase Confirmed for June - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2024/05/01/the-xbox-games-showcase-has-been-announced-for-june-along-with-a-redacted-direct/ Square Enix Cancels or Rescopes $220M Worth of Games - https://press-start.com.au/news/2024/05/01/square-enix-is-cancelling-or-rescoping-almost-220-million-worth-of-console-and-pc-games/ Switch 2 Rumours - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2024/04/26/the-switch-2s-controllers-will-attach-with-magnets-according-to-new-claims/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcastSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAxFOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xboxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.