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EmSwizzle (Max) and BennySGB discuss their thoughts on the leaked Legend of Zelda special edition Nintendo Switch 2 that may be on it's way celebrating Zelda's 40th Anniversary! We also dive into Nintendo news such as Pokémon Pokopia getting a release date for it's DLC, we answer your questions, and SO MUCH MORE!
You know how to assert a Fifth Amendment privilege in a deposition. But how to withdraw it, once the threat of criminal prosecution is gone? It's a dangerous minefield for the uninformed. In this episode, Jim Garrity explains the process, backed by both brand-new and enduring case law. Invaluable stuff, with a long list of supporting cites in the show notes for your research files.SHOW NOTES:United Healthcare Services, Inc. v. Mortazavi, et al., No. 3:21=cv=1547-L, 2026 WL 2076020 (N.D. Tex. July 16,, 2026) (order allowing defendant to withdraw prior assertion of Fifth Amendment rights, reopening discovery for the limited purpose of allowing defendant to testify fully in deposition and serve amended answers to interrogatories and request for admissions; excellent discussion of invocation and withdrawal of Fifth Amendment assertion)Skillz Platform, Inc. v. Papaya Gaming, Ltd, et al., Case No. 24-cv-1646-DLC, 2026 WL 915251 (S.D.N.Y. Apr. 3, 2026) (in order to invoke the privilege, a witness must have “reasonable cause to apprehend danger from a direct answer” and have “reason to fear that any such answer might be used to incriminate him in future criminal proceedings;” “to be a “credible” threat of prosecution the fear of criminal prosecution may not be “imaginary or wholly speculative;” court refused to allow witnesses to testify where invocation was sought to be withdrawn three weeks )In re Kowalsky, Case No. 24-19919-VFP, Adversarial Proceeding Case No. 24-1664, 2026 WL 2101871 (D. N.J. July 21, 2026) (in adversarial bankruptcy proceeding where sexual assault victim sought to bar debtor-defendant from discharging state-tort claim against him, court considered but declined to draw negative inference from debtor-defendant's assertion of Fifth Amendment privilege when ruling on summary judgment motions)Davis-Lynch, Inc. v. Moreno, 667 F.3d 539, 547 (5th Cir. 2012) (elaborating on the factors a court should consider in evaluating whether and under what circumstances party may withdraw its indication of the Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination in a civil case, saying that generally, a litigant may withdraw the indication, even at a late stage in litigation, if (1) the litigant was not using the privilege in a tactical, abusive manner, AND (2) the opposing party would not experience undue prejudice as a result)United States of America v. 650 Fifth Avenue and Related Properties, Case 1:08-cv-10934-LAP, CM/ECF Doc. 1684-6 (S.D.N.Y. May 15, 2017) (filed, jointly-submitted agreed jury instruction on the jury's right to draw an adverse inference against individuals that asserted the Fifth Amendment; instruction based on Sand, Modern Federal Jury Instructions, Instr. 75-5, Libutti v. United States, 107 F.3d 110 (2d Cir. 1997).In re 650 Fifth Ave. & Related Properties, 934 F.3d 147, 169-170 (2d Cir. 2019) (District Court should take a liberal view toward applications by civil litigants to withdraw their previously-about for the amendment privilege; when confronted with the parties request to withdraw its previous indication of its Fifth Amendment rights, threshold issues are whether the request is “timely” and whether its opponent suffered “undue prejudice from a litigants later-regretted decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment”)United States v. Certain Real Prop. & Premises Known as 4003-4005 5th Ave., Brooklyn, N.Y., 55 F.3d 78, 83-84 (2d Cir. 1995) (stating that when confronted with a parties request to withdraw its previous indication of the Fifth Amendment, threshold issues are whether the request is timely, will cause undue prejudice from a litigants later-regretted decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment, the nature of the proceeding, how and when the privilege was invoked, and the potential for harm or prejudice to opposing parties)Spevak v. Klein, 385 U.S. 511, 515 (1967) (the Constitution limits “the imposition of any sanction which makes the assertion of the Fifth Amendment privilege ‘costly;'” courts should seek out ways to permit as much testimony as possible to be presented in the civil litigation, despite the assertion of the privilege)Skillz Platform, Inc. v. Papaya Gaming, Ltd. et al., Case 1:24-cv-01646-DLC, CM/ECF Doc. 1 (S.D.N.Y filed March 4, 2024) (Complaint detailing allegations of bot usage versus humans in online gaming platform)In re Vrusho, 321 B.R. 607, 612 (Bankr. D.N.H. 2005) (stating that when a party to civil actions refuses to provide discovery invoking its Fifth Amendment privilege against self-incrimination, a negative inference may be drawn at the summary judgment stage as well as trial)In re WorldCom, Inc. 377 B.R. 77, 109 (Bankr. S.D.N.Y. 2007) (saying that at summary judgment, the court is required to draw all reasonable inferences in favor of the non-moving party, despite the potential for the ultimate trier of fact to draw an adverse inference from the assertion of Fifth Amendment privileges)
Dinosaurs: you love 'em. Tycoon games: you love 'em! Mash those two together, and you have a delightful peanut-butter-and-chocolate-like combination that is Parkasaurus. Under the bright and whimsical presentation lies a deep park builder with sci-fi twists and endless opportunities to build your dream Jurassic destination. While the title has been out for a few years on Switch and Steam, we partnered with Washbear Studio to bring the title to current-gen consoles with all DLC in tow. Joining me to discuss all things Parkasaurus are Washbear Studio co-founder Chris McQuinn and Atari producer Kay Bell. We go through the origins of the title, the many systems, and, of course, a quick round of trivia. YouTube: https://youtu.be/rE-gMTMfOA4 Wishlist Parkasaurus on consoles or check it out on Steam now: Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/591460/Parkasaurus/ Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/parkasaurus-dinoluxe-edition-switch-2/ PS5: https://store.playstation.com/en-us/concept/10017988/ Xbox: https://www.xbox.com/en-US/games/store/parkasaurus-dinoluxe-edition/9NV849PXZM1S Join the Atari Club on Discord: https://discord.gg/atariclub Washbear: Discord: http://discord.gg/washbear X: https://x.com/washbearstudio Atari: X: https://x.com/atari BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/atari.com Kay Bell: https://x.com/deersten Jason Polansky: https://bsky.app/profile/jaysofdoom.bsky.social
-- Dan Arnold Lorcana ---Coaching: metafy.gg/dan-arnold-lorcanaDiscord: https://discord.gg/8DSt4dNnV6Instagram: @danaroldlorcanaDisney Lorcana Attack of the Vine — Week 2 Meta ReportThe Week 2 Disney Lorcana Attack of the Vine rotation metagame is beginning to take shape. This report breaks down 109,501 online games from Duels.ink alongside 40 Top 8 finishes from five live tournaments across four countries, identifies the strongest deck pairs, and examines which archetypes are rising and falling.Amber Emerald remains one of the defining decks of the format, but the metagame is far from solved. Amber Steel, Amber Amethyst, Amber Ruby, Amethyst Steel, and Emerald Steel all have viable paths to success — five color pairs sit within four percentage points of each other. We also examine the rock-paper-scissors relationship between the top three decks, the impact of going first in the Amber Emerald mirror, and why Sapphire strategies are currently struggling across both online and paper play.The report covers nine tournament decklists in full:Elinor Amber Emerald — Joseph Wong, 1st place, ACQ SingaporeCircle of Life Reanimator — TomDecker, 1st place, La Forge Invasion EpineuseGY RED Amber Emerald — Botsu, 3rd place, Case TournamentJeffs Assemble Amber Amethyst — Juancho Morales, 1st place, ACQ PhilippinesINTERSTELLAR SONG Amber Steel — Habibi, 2nd place, Lorcana Challenge Championship Qualifier2 Jaune/Rouge Amber Ruby Boost — Neoraiden, 2nd place, La Forge Invasion Epineuse5 Robot Amethyst Steel — BFF KIAMU, Top 8, La Forge Invasion EpineuseTouch the Sky Emerald Steel — Jeremy Rowe, Top 8, Lorcana Challenge Championship QualifierMeeska Mouska WardTool Emerald Sapphire — BigBlake, 2nd place, Case TournamentIf you are preparing for your next tournament or trying to choose the right deck for the current Lorcana meta, this breakdown will help you understand the decks, matchups, and card choices shaping competitive play.LinksEmerald Steel deck guide by Duck: https://metafy.gg/guides/view/set-13-core-green-steel-tempo-touch-paradiSubscribe for weekly Disney Lorcana content.--- Dan Arnold Lorcana ---Coaching: metafy.gg/dan-arnold-lorcanaDiscord: https://discord.gg/8DSt4dNnV6Instagram: @danaroldlorcanaData and creditsOnline data from Duels.ink (Core Set 13, best of three, July 19–25). Tournament results and decklists via inkDecks. Thank you to the organizers: Mint TCG, La Forge, Millennium Games, Courtside Galleria, and Forgotten Path Games.Dreamborn Deck List - https://dreamborn.ink/creators/XAXGXyRye0ReMLzB2zHDOhOD09s1Chapters00:00 Week 2 Metagame Overview00:37 Top Five Deck Pairs and Format Balance01:49 Biggest Winners and Losers03:51 Going First and the Coin-Toss Issue05:42 Rock-Paper-Scissors Matchups06:47 Why Sapphire Is Struggling08:44 Amber Dominates Live Tournaments10:56 Online Data vs. Paper Results14:20 Is Sapphire Steel Overrated?15:16 Amber Emerald Variants Explained20:02 Circle of Life Reanimator23:00 Botsu's Amber Emerald24:14 Jeffs Assemble Amber Amethyst26:18 Habibi's INTERSTELLAR SONG Amber Steel29:25 Neoraiden's Amber Ruby Boost31:17 Bunch of Balloons and Control Strategy32:27 Robots Amethyst Steel35:04 Touch the Sky Emerald Steel38:02 Meeska Mouska WardTool39:10 Final Verdict: A Diverse and Healthy MetaWant to know what's actually winning in Disney Lorcana right now? Every week Dan Arnold breaks down the Lorcana meta, the best decks to play, and what it takes to compete at the highest level.On this channel: Lorcana meta reports built on real tournament data, Lorcana deck guides that explain the why behind the list, tips for competitive players, and coverage of CCQ and DLC events across North America.New to competitive Lorcana or looking to level up? This is the right place.
Zo'n beetje iedereen bij Bright is op vakantie en dus zagen Eric en Rutger hun kans: ze hebben de Bright Podcast deze week overgenomen! Gedeelde interesses als 3D-printen en action cams komen voorbij. Ook hebben ze het over drones, zelfrijdende auto's en meer. Verder in deze aflevering: de slimme bril van Apple, een veelzijdige cv-ketel uit Nederland, de aanstaande zonsverduistering en de opvallende deal van YouTube. Tips uit deze aflevering: Podcast: The Town Show, een comedy-podcast waarin een fictief stadje bij elkaar wordt geïmproviseerd, één personage, plek en verhaallijn per keer. Website: auto.correct, een website waarop he al het auto-advies van Rutger bij elkaar hebt, totaal met specs en handige filter-functie – en dat allemaal bij elkaar gevibe-code. Game: Pokopia voor de Nintendo Switch 2 houdt Eric al weken in zijn greep, en hij verheugt zich op de aanstaande DLC. YouTube-kanaal: The Diary Of A CEO, waarbij Britse ondernemer, investeerder en auteur Steven Bartlett spreekt met allerlei interessante, succesvolle mensen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You know it by now: it's our annual Free Play episode where we talk about anything and everything related to video games. What do we have this time? Listen in and find out!
Download MP3 | Watch Video Episode Full Timestamps: https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/e/2PACX-1vSKkGchDQV5RvTwa2uFyOu3z4YHl-n8vPz90khvgMEew2dZ7dzKuGJ8Sf2wZ1-qsPvt3gs5qQ7uYTMJ/pub Watch full episodes: https://www.youtube.com/@CastleSuperBeastArchive NEW CASTLE SUPER BEAST "LEGACY" SHIRT & DESKMAT AVAILABLE NOW: https://www.orchideight.com/collections/castle-super-beast Go to http://heroforge.com and use code CASTLE to get 5% off on all orders of physical miniatures. Docket: According to wowhead, reddit and others a game master intervened in a +23 NPX and ported himself into the dungeon to kill some trash for the group who finished the last boss under %. The group is friends with the GM and were in VC at the time and asked for him to do them a solid. Blizzard fires World of Warcraft game master who insta-killed bosses for friends It will also be "taking action" against the players who were involved. The Fire's Edge, the first new DLC for Darkest Dungeon since 2020, is releasing on August 18th. The Duelist and Runaway, heroes who debuted in Darkest Dungeon II, bring their unique abilities to bear against horrors that lurk beneath the manor. Disney's Former CEO Seems To Have No Memory Of Approving Kingdom Hearts The US $55 billion leveraged buyout of Electronic Arts (EA) has been approved by the European Commission's competition regulators. Adult Aang concept art quotes "According to ChatGPT" The crew is anti AI and respond UMvC3 Community Edition - Character Reveal Trailer 3
David, Devindra, and Jeff head into an uncertain future in Her Private Hell, take on a new imagining of a cyberpunk classic with The Ghost in the Shell, and go on the run after a failed heist in Lucky. Then they return to the elemental world with Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender.We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR:HIMS WEIGHT LOSS: Ready to reach your goals? Visit hims.com/filmcast to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets youWeekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Caroline Siede compares Disclosure Day vs. OdysseyDevindra - TWIT 1094: RIP, BuzzkillJeff - DLC 662 with Sean CapriShownotes (All timestamps are approximate only) What we've been watching (~00:39:53)David - Her Private Hell, Troy (2004 Theatrical Cut)Devindra - The Ghost in the ShellJeff - Lucky, The DinkFeatured Review (~01:14:40) Avatar Aang: The Last AirbenderSPOILERS (~01:39:04)Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
Episode 385 features Ghostlight Media’s TQLoudly as guest co-host, where we talk Bethesda, a legal dispute between Character spouse & Player spouse, Asha Sharma, unexpected DLC, and more! Join the conversation with us LIVE every Monday on twitch.tv/2nerdsinapod at 9pm CST. Viewer questions/business inquiries can be sent to 2nerdsinapodcast@gmail.com Follow us on twitter @2NerdsInAPod for […]
Nick is back with Connor to discuss Bethesda's Info dump on all their upcoming projects, The Witcher 3 DLC and more! 0:00 Intro18:18 Housekeeping25:13 Fallout 5 Is Real58:27 Witcher 3 DLC at ONL1:08:42 AD Version of Gamepass1:14:18 Avatar Fight Legends DelayedLink To The Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CoOp64Link to Discord, Merch AND MORE: https://linktr.ee/co_op64Intro Music By Jamie Vere
Sonic Frontiers: Definitive Edition ist abgeschlossen! Und das passt auch gut zu einem Diskussionsthema heute, denn es soll um unsere Sonic High Points gehen! Mit dabei haben wir auch Sonic Merchandise, Godzilla und weitere News aus der Woche. Auch ein neuer DLC steht an! Leider auch ein eher bedrückendes Thema hat es in die Folge geschafft... Zeitstempel: (0:00) Intro (0:30) Kommende Folgen (3:55) CSD Berlin (14:05) Stream-Rückblick (19:55) Kommentare (36:10) News-Rückblick (1:21:44) Unsere Sonic High Points (1:41:56) Ende und Outro Livestreams jeden Donnerstag um 20 Uhr auf Twitch: http://www.twitch.tv/ruki185 Kontakt: gottapodcast@gmail.com Hier geht's zu unserem Discord-Server: https://discord.gg/KEAmvmKVPF Hinterlasst uns gerne einen Kommentar mit Feedback, Fragen und/oder Kritik! Das könnt ihr unter anderem im Newsbeitrag auf SpinDash.de bzw. auf dem Discord-Server tun. Auf Social Media sind wir natürlich auch vertreten: Sowohl auf Instagram (@gottapodcast), als auch auf Bluesky (@spindash.de) oder aber einfach unter dem Hashtag #GottaPodCast! Auch über eine positive Bewertung freuen wir uns immer! Die Weblinks zum Nachlesen gibt's im Newsbeitrag auf spindash.de
Tagsüber Fische fangen, abends Sushi servieren. Das ist das Erfolgsrezept von Dave the Diver. 3 Jahre nach Release ist Dave zurück, und zwar mit dem DLC “Dave the Diver: Into the Jungle”. Fishing-Mini-Game-Expertin Sara ist in den DLC abgetaucht und erklärt, warum der genauso gut "Dave the Diver 2" heißen könnte.
Unity obiecuje upgrade bez przebudowyprojektu, Gamescom wyprzedał się pierwszy raz w historii, a szef Xboksa mówiwprost, że musi dać ludziom powód, żeby kupili jego konsolę.
Ubisoft boss Yves Guillemot has said Sony's controversial decision to kill PlayStation 5 discs could have some upsides. Plus, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls has revealed its first Year 1 DLC character. Kim has all that and more in your Daily Fix!
THIS WEEK: SDCC WEEK is here! And Marvel has given us some more details on the two highly anticipated games coming out, including the first DLC for season one. LEGO reveals its latest game-related build and more details on the latest update for Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, we check out the "Fun yet Frustrating" AVATAR LEGENDS: The Fighting Game
Vinny and Alex are rolling duos this week as they discuss their preferred methods of engaging with arcade ROMs, Desktop Explorer, Beatdown City Survivors, and the dodgy work and even dodgier opinions of a certain washed up action star.CHAPTERS:(00:00:00) NOTE: Some timecodes may be inaccurate for versions other than the ad-free Patreon version due to dynamic ad insertions. Please use caution if skipping around to avoid spoilers. Thanks for listening.(00:00:10) Intro(00:02:09) MAME vs MiSTer(00:12:04) Bootleg Rhythm Songs(00:18:33) The Boyz and Paul Reiser (No Spoilers)(00:22:05) Desktop Explorer | [Mac, PC (Microsoft Windows)] | Jul 17, 2026(00:27:44) First Break(00:29:49) Beatdown City Survivors | [PC (Microsoft Windows)] | Jun 10, 2026(00:37:55) D-topia | [Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S] | Jul 14, 2026(00:39:00) Absolum | [Nintendo Switch, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5] | Oct 09, 2025(00:43:22) Retro Rewind: Video Store Simulator | [PC (Microsoft Windows)] | Mar 17, 2026(00:51:17) A few other items(00:55:05) Second Break(00:55:06) All the Fallout is coming... at some point(01:04:49) Play Fusion Frenzy on your PC!(01:09:20) Whoever wins... we lose (Tariff Edition)(01:21:18) Original Darkest Dungeon getting DLC(01:23:51) Hasbro pulling back on some video games(01:28:04) Revisit E3 at the VGHF!(01:32:12) Emails(01:51:06) Wrapping up and thanks(01:53:18) Mysterious Benefactor Shoutouts(01:55:42) NXL Content Updates(01:57:51) See ya!
Xbox's big corporate reset resulted in 3200 layoffs, but Asha says we have to clap because they didn't close any studios. Hey! Don't mockingly clap. That's bad for the algorithm. We discuss how this latest round of cuts impacts long-running studios like Obsidian, Double Fine, and id Software (who was rewarded for releasing a phenomenal piece of DLC with severe down-sizing). Ain't gaming grand? Also: Daniel lists his top 10 wishes for the upcoming Ocarina of Time Remake and Kevin wishes Steve Burnside is deleted from the Code: Veronica Remake!
Rich, Aaron, and Amanda chat about the dog days of summer playing back to back games. Games: 007 First Light, Forbidden Solitaire, Tombwater, Creature Kitchen, Powerwash 2 DLC, Neofeud 2, Denshattack, The Isle Early Access, Veritas Tales, The Adventures of Elliot, and The Incident at Galley House. To contact us, email call@gamerswithjobs.com! Send us your thoughts on the show, pressing issues you want to talk about, or whatever else is on your mind. Links & Show Notes.
This week, we talk about Christopher Nolan’s latest in The Odyssey, revisiting the unique, memorable level design of Castlevania: Symphony of the Night, unspooling the satisfying threads of The Incident at Galley House, and diving back into The Alters with its recent DLC pack. If you're not backing us yet, head on over to our Patreon. A contribution of at least $5 a month will get you let you listen to the show a day early, give you access to the exclusive Continue Podcast Discord channel, along with exclusive podcast content. Hosts: Susan Arendt (@susanarendt.bsky.social) Anthony John Agnello (@ajohnagnello.bsky.social) David Roberts (@davidrobots.bsky.social) Produced by Bill Segroves (@tarrydiggs.bsky.social) Intro music by Andy P. Scott: https://soundcloud.com/epic1beatz
In this episode,Kiaun will discuss when we will get our first look at The Witcher 3's DLC,we get new information on KOTOR Remake,Marvel 1943 is still in the works and Bethesda made some very exciting announcements. Be sure to be a part of our next Listener Feedback episode by calling us at 667-284-9057 or Email us at theanalogcirclepodcast@gmail.com
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David, Devindra, and Jeff discuss the current standings in the Summer Movie Wager and muse on childhood movie trauma. Then they set out on an epic journey with Christopher Nolan's latest film, The Odyssey.We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR: SQUARE: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/filmcast! #squarepodFeatured Review (~00:17:02) The OdysseySupport David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
Bungie built the defining live shooter of the decade, then spent ten years surviving its own crises. This one plays like the eulogy.The crew runs the full ups and downs of Bungie from Myth to Marathon, with an ex-Bungie insider walking through every near-death moment, why Destiny endured far longer than anyone predicted, why it finally fell off, and whether Sony and Marathon can pull the studio back from the edge.Topics Covered:• The end of Destiny and whether Bungie is actually done• The hot take that Xbox is in decline and Bungie should return to make Halo• The full Bungie crisis history from the Myth 2 uninstaller disaster to Marathon• The internal Destiny Supercut that blew up 14 months before launch• The Taken King and Forsaken redemption arcs• Sony's acquisition, the Lightfall flop, and The Final Shape as the ending• Why Destiny survived when its narrative and monetization kept misfiring• The free-to-play misfit problem and DLC warbond monetization• Promising the future as the real retention engine• The maintenance mode debate for aging live service shooters• What Marathon actually needs to rebound
Warmest of welcomes everybody, This month on the Moooglecast, Max and Zac are reunited aswell as being joined by a brand new guest, Ryan (RWolvin) from the discord. The guys start with platinum shoutouts including some very rare entries, taken straight out of the discord. Cactuar vs. Tonberry follows with a fresh set of challenges for Max and Zac to contend with, are the boys beginning to to turn up the difficulty slider on eachothers challenges? The Record makes a reappearance this month, highlighting that fan-favourite post apocalyptic series, Fallout! Max kicks off what we have been playing with two months worth of gaming, including some plats and a lot of menial jobs. Ryan's up next with games across a number of genres as he makes the most of his PS Portal. Zac closes off the segment with a remarkably quiet month only speaking on two games but one platinum manages to be completed. The meat and potatoes this month sees the guys talking all about the stuff that gets added to games post launch, DLC, updates and expansions. They talk about some of their favourites, some wishlist ideas and the trophies or lack there of that come with these releases. We hope you enjoy this episode and as always, be excellent to each other!
THIS WEEK: SNK announces its season 3 roster for FATAL FURY COTW. Insomniac Games revealed another iconic Marvel Villain to step into the Wolverine game. God of War star suffers injuries, leading to a recast. We look at games on Switch 2 that will get an enhanced version. Florida Man allegedly steals crypto after installing Steam malware. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I review the final DLC for DRAGON BALL XENOVERSE 2. All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. Presents TALK TIME LIVE EXTRA: SELECT/START.
This week, Zak and Aaron are back to talk about the biggest event in the history of the games industry, and why it could still be considered a failure in the eyes of investors. That's right, Grand Theft Auto VI, the game to end all games and save manufacturers from languishing console sails, could absolutely flop. If its hotly anticipated online component doesn't just meet, but exceed the astronomical financial figures posted by GTA V since its launch in 2013, the future of Rockstar and its 5,000-plus employees may be a lot less stable than previously imagined.Sources:I Cant Believe You've Done This - PWee28Take-Two's real GTA 6 jackpot may not be the game itself - The StreetGTA 5 Statistics 2026 - Axis Intelligence ResearchGTA Online Leak Reveals $5 Billion In Revenue, Shocking Spending Habits - RockstarIntelGTA 6 is a 'singleplayer experience', leaving me to question what's going on with GTA Online - PC GamerGTA 6 Doesn't Mean The End Of GTA Online, Says Take-Two CEO - KotakuGTA 6 Has the Highest Break-Even Threshold in Entertainment History - GTABoomListen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck Out MosscatMarket on Instagram
A week after the major XBOX layoffs we've had some fallout with parts of Bethesda threatening to strike, and finding out that Id software is actually still making a new DOOM game despite all of the dismissals at the studio. There's also a new Fallout game in development from Obsidian and yes, they are still making Avowed 2 for the time being too. So there's some good and bad coming from what's been a torrid few weeks for XBOX. PlayStation is also having to deal with its own fallout from their major decision to stop making discs, with petition's to prevent it from happening getting louder and PC players taking unfortunate matters into their own hands, none of this may deter Sony from turning back according to a certain Dr. Serkan Toto. Not to mention, some lawsuits that may already be in the works too. Plus, some news on the Resident Evil Requiem story DLC, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced is selling well, and more!You can also watch this episode in video form on the W2M Network Youtube Channel, please give us a like, comment on the episode, and give the channel a subscribe and follow as well: https://youtube.com/live/ThfjPkC-Y-4
Cory Mittleider of Malloy Wind and Loren Walton of NSK on main bearing failures, why the industry is pulling DLC coatings, and the material changes replacing them. Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly newsletter on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard’s StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Follow the show on YouTube, Linkedin and visit Weather Guard on the web. And subscribe to Rosemary’s “Engineering with Rosie” YouTube channel here. Have a question we can answer on the show? Email us! Allen Hall: Cory and Loren, welcome back to the podcast. Cory Mittleider: Thanks for having us. Allen Hall: So we’ve got two bearing experts in one location, and this is the point where we start asking all of our bearing questions. Cory, you’re with Malloy Wind, and we’ve had you on the podcast two or three different times. Loren’s with NSK — we’ve had Loren on at least once before. Loren Walton: Once, yes. Allen Hall: Yeah, and that was good. Loren Walton: I appreciate that. It was fun. Allen Hall: There are a lot of bearing issues happening in the States at the moment, but also globally. Whatever happens in the States, you can pretty much find in Australia, Canada, Singapore, Mexico, South America, Brazil — everywhere. We’re hearing a lot about main bearings, and there’s a variety of things that I think you two know from being on the inside that we on the outside haven’t heard yet. I want to get some of those stories out and understand what’s going on, because operators are trying to keep their assets running, and bearings are a big issue. Let’s talk main bearings. What are you seeing in the field right now? What kinds of problems are happening? Cory Mittleider: It seems like operators are coming to us and asking us to supply bearings that no longer have DLC. That’s a bit of a phenomenon lately. For a little over a decade we spent our time supplying bearings with DLC on the rollers to address problems found fifteen years ago. Allen Hall: DLC is diamond-like coating. Cory Mittleider: Correct. Allen Hall: Which is a really hard specialty coating applied to the bearing surfaces to provide hardness and durability — or it’s supposed to provide durability. Cory Mittleider: That’s a good point. It’s a coating that’s one to two microns thick — one to two thousandths of a millimeter — and a very hard material. The big feature was that it’s a dissimilar material to the steel. So when we break through the mixed and boundary lubrication regimes and those asperities touch each other, that dissimilar material prevents the welding and tearing that leads to the peeling damage we saw fifteen years ago. That peeling damage eventually turned into spalling, cracking, and other failures. So it made a lot of sense at the time to turn to something like this to mitigate the peeling. Allen Hall: So the peeling damage was one of those issues where you basically had some sliding happening. In my electrical world, and from looking at these on the ground, you see things moving relative to one another instead of rolling relative to one another. Loren Walton: It’s more of a welding and shearing of the contacts. I used a finger analogy last time: think of your asperities as fingers — one set is the roller, one set is the outer raceway. They weld under high load and high pressure, then they shear, leaving behind debris. That’s what creates the beginning of the peeling damage, and then it continues to create more debris, and the bearing starts to basically eat itself alive. Allen Hall: The start of that process, though — is that a lack of lubrication, or a finish or hardness issue on the bearing? Loren Walton: I love that question, because this is the crux of the whole thing, and I think it’s the part that gets missed. People immediately want to throw the whole thing out and start over with something different. Fundamentally, when we fixed the surface issue by adding the coating, the problems pretty much went away. We went from one-to-five years of life to ten-plus years, depending on the application — without changing the construction, the bearing type, or the contact angle. Just by adding the coating, we increased life significantly. The root of what you’re asking is that the bearing would operate better if it had the proper amount of separation. It’s not a fatigue issue and it’s not a loading issue. At its heart, the bearing isn’t able to create that separation. There isn’t enough speed, and there isn’t enough of a gap created by the lubricant. Allen Hall: So ideally you have this almost molecular-scale film of lubricant between the two surfaces. If it isn’t designed properly, or you have an issue, that lubricant gets squeezed out of the space, and at that point you have trouble. That’s some of what I’m hearing on main bearings — especially when turbines have been curtailed and aren’t turning. Is that partly just the fact that there’s so much load? Cory Mittleider: I think that’s a fundamental difficulty of the main shaft bearing. You’ve got extremely variable loads, from full load to idle, and a wide range of operating conditions — from northern North Dakota in the winter to Texas in the heat this week. High load, heavy load, incredibly slow speed, and even slower if it’s idling. It’s hard to reliably build that film. It’s not necessarily that there isn’t enough lubrication; it’s that the film isn’t building properly where it needs to be to separate the metal and the rolling elements. Allen Hall: So the diamond-like coating was meant to solve that welding problem — you put the coated bearing in, and it worked okay until more recently, when all of a sudden we started having other issues. To me those aren’t related to the coating itself, but to other things happening up in the nacelle. Loren Walton: If we recall some of your previous episodes, you were on the forefront of understanding and talking about DLC starting to become an accelerant to failure. I know you talked about it with Cory. Those episodes have aged very well. A lot of people now are recognizing what we were saying years ago and changing their strategy toward removing DLC — whether on bearings for newer turbines, typically two megawatts and greater, or in some cases going backwards and removing DLC as they do additional replacements, and looking for another solution, because there’s potential for additional issues you weren’t expecting by adding the coating. Allen Hall: The coating is non-conductive, which is part of the issue, because you wouldn’t think bearings are conducting electricity. But as turbines got some of these uptower and downtower converters and inverters connected to the generator, we started seeing current levels — according to Motor Doc, where people like Howard Penrose have gone out and measured currents in the nacelles — of well over a hundred amps running through ground straps and the like, into bearings. That’s a lot of current. If you’re shoving that into a bearing that has DLC on it, you’re going to break it down and create these really hard steel bits stuck inside the bearing, which wear it like pouring sand inside a bearing. That’s what eventually happens, and it has nothing to do with the bearing. It has more to do with the electrical and control systems we stuck up top and didn’t pay much attention to, but probably should have. We created an electrical situation, and now all the upkeep comes to people like you to deal with. You haven’t seen a lot of work to eliminate it, although there are a couple of good attempts happening. The reality is: okay, we have to have a bearing, and I’ve got this current going around from the nacelle. How do I put those together in a way that removes the DLC? Cory Mittleider: That’s what we’ve spent the last ten-plus years on. As a bearing supplier, we can’t change the whole system. We have to do the best we can to accommodate what’s happening in your system. We would absolutely encourage you, if you can identify and remove the electricity, please do that. Allen Hall: They should. And there are a lot of people who do. Cory Mittleider: There’s a pursuit of that, absolutely. But the turbine still needs to run. Loren Walton: We work very closely with an owner-operator that did a lot of that work. To your point from before, it does sound like, from what they’ve investigated, the current has been there for a while. It’s been there in different models and different turbines. Maybe the way it presented, or its impact, wasn’t to the same extent as what we’re seeing now. That’s where I’d say there’s more to it than just the current. I think I said last time it’s not just a smoking gun. The bearing is sitting in front of a firing squad. You put it all together and now we’re in a tough position. But to Cory’s point, we get brought the application, we get brought the environment, and we get told, “Here, make it work.” Allen Hall: And you don’t actually see everything that’s happened. You get all the mechanical loads, but they don’t tell you, “Hey, we’re running a hundred amps through this nacelle.” Loren Walton: No, I don’t remember hearing that. Cory Mittleider: No, that’s not usually disclosed. Allen Hall: No one’s ever said that. So that’s a real troubling thing happening in the industry — we’re assigning blame to mechanical components when really it’s an electrical mistake. When you dig into it, what you find is that currents have been running up top for years, but what’s changed now is that with more focus on emissions from inverters, they’ve pushed things into higher frequencies. Higher frequency bands are harder to ground out and get rid of. When things were in the kilohertz range, we could partly ground them and they’d go away. Now we’re working at ten kilohertz and up, and that energy distributes into a lot of places, including the bearings, where it wasn’t before. That’s really hard to deal with. Some electrical designer sitting in a remote location, probably in Germany, designs the circuit, and now you bearing gurus have to go fix it. Cory Mittleider: And that system’s probably well optimized for that particular package. Allen Hall: For that particular package, right. It meets all the requirements and does everything they wanted — except for the effect on the bearings. Loren Walton: You solve one problem and move it to another. That’s ultimately how it works. Allen Hall: If you’re an electrical engineer, you’d never have thought you were destroying the bearings. The industry has moved quite quickly, though. Everybody started noticing this problem with DLC. They went out to check and figure out what the problem was, and, more importantly, to find a solution. Those solutions are unique, because the reason DLC went on in the first place was to extend lifetime. So if you’re taking the DLC out of the equation, can you still get to those lifetime numbers without it? Loren Walton: Yeah, and that’s where our message has been that adjusting the material will get you the difference you’re looking for. I want to be very clear: I’m not saying DLC as a solution is bad. When it was applied in the right space — turbines with a lighter duty — it worked great. But once you add in additional factors, it becomes an accelerant to failure at certain points. So it definitely still has its place. But once you move away from DLC, you’re going to be right back where you started — regardless of construction — with the life that was always aided by DLC. Once you’ve removed it, you have to know for sure you’re not going right back to the peeling layers and the spalling you were seeing. From what we’ve investigated, the material changes are where you get that. Having a harder surface combats it, and having a better way to combat any additional debris introduced into the system helps. Allen Hall: And reducing the possibility of generating that debris. Loren Walton: Correct. Allen Hall: So what does that mean in terms of bearing design — different alloys, different heat treats, different coatings? Loren Walton: The first two, not the third. From the recipe of the steel, adjusting some of the alloying elements, there’s a lot you can do. A lot of people think of engineering mostly through the mechanics of it, but one part of mechanical engineering that doesn’t get talked about is material science. That’s the part we dive into extremely deeply, and it gives you the biggest bang for your buck when you’re moving away from a coating as your — I don’t want to call it a crutch, but as the thing helping you get by — toward changing the bearing from the inside so it lasts better once the coating is gone. Cory Mittleider: I like describing it as being baked into the cake. It’s not a nice thing added afterward like a coating that’s one to two microns thick. It is the bearing. Allen Hall: It’s hard to think about steel and a lot of the metals used in the bearing industry as unique chemistries, but they are. There are a lot of varieties of steel, just like there are a lot of varieties of copper or aluminum. Loren Walton: Yes. Allen Hall: You’d think steel is just steel — we make cars out of it, airplanes, whatever. Loren Walton: I was talking to someone who’s more into gears, and even when I spoke of a carbon-nitride version of a bearing versus a carbon-nitride version of a gear, it’s not exactly the same. For all intents and purposes it’s easier for everyone to consider it as steel — one word, means the same thing. But once you get into how much chromium is in it, how much molybdenum, how much manganese — Allen Hall: It comes down to that, and it can be very small percentages of the total. Loren Walton: It can make a huge difference. And then you get into the heat treat — your time, your soaking, what you do for quenching. It all matters, and everyone does it differently, so you get different results. Allen Hall: That’s the kicker. You see a lot of discussions where it’s just, “Oh, it’s been heat treated.” As an electrical engineer I used to see it that way too. But there’s heat treatment and there’s heat treatment. It depends on what you’re doing and what the result needs to be, because you’re changing the whole crystalline structure of the steel. The way you do it and the way you quench it all matters. It’s not one size fits all. Loren Walton: That’s the part that gets glossed over so quickly, because everyone’s eyes go to what they can see. You change an angle here or there, or the bearing type, and you can see that. It’s different when you don’t have X-ray vision to tell you where all the alloying elements are and in what percentages, and then whether you carburized it, through-hardened it, or carbonitrided it. There’s so much to it that I can see people’s heads start to spin. That’s where we say there are a lot of experts out here — you two are among them, and there are others. Engage in conversations. Ask questions. Allen Hall: That’s a great call to action — “Cory, help me understand what’s going on.” There’s a variety of bearings out there. Loren’s with NSK, a great bearing company with tremendous history. Those are a couple you can trust. But operators can feel inundated by the guy down the street trying to sell them a bearing, and you don’t know if that’s the right solution for your two-million-dollar wind turbine. Cory Mittleider: These are critical infrastructure assets. Let’s make sure we understand what we’re doing and why. To Loren’s point, you can open three boxes and they all look the same, but what’s inside is what really matters. Allen Hall: It’s a tremendously difficult business. With as many main bearings getting swapped out today, over the last couple of years there have been a lot of decisions made on the fly — some correct, some really wrong. Loren Walton: I’d hesitate to say wrong, because I think people are doing the best they can. It’s not because they’re not trying. Allen Hall: It’s because they don’t have the knowledge in front of them, or maybe they haven’t made the call to Malloy or NSK yet to get the ground truth. Loren Walton: What you mentioned a second ago is pivotal. There’s been enough selling that we’ve kind of gotten away from the engineering. People hear “sales engineer” and they cut off at “sales.” If we can get back to the engineering, a lot more people will improve their assets. And it doesn’t have to be just listening to Cory and me — poll the audience. There are a lot of us out here. Everybody has a different background; we all know a little about this or a lot about that. Take the opportunity to learn. I’d liken it to your personal life: you wouldn’t buy a new vehicle or a stereo system without doing your own research. You wouldn’t just listen to the salesperson and buy the first thing you see. It’s the same here. If you’re making decisions without engaging at least the top three to five people in this space, you’re doing yourself a disservice. Allen Hall: And that’s what happens a lot, because people get pushed. There’s a timeline, especially now with the repower situation — “I’ve got to put something on now.” Cory Mittleider: Right. And new platforms — the next-generation three, four, five, six megawatt platforms, and offshore — are having their first failures. We need to learn from it. That’s where we’ve worked with operators to participate in the teardown and collect the sample. We get clues, we mark it up, and we do a lot of the investigation — metallurgy, metrology, raceway traces — to inform us on what the problem is on that specific platform. Allen Hall: As we get to these bigger turbines, some data is coming back on O&M costs relative to a one or two megawatt machine, and it doesn’t scale linearly. It goes almost exponentially, because everything is more expensive. Replacing a bearing on a six megawatt machine is a much more expensive ordeal than on a two megawatt machine. What should we be paying attention to and monitoring more closely on these larger machines? The new shiny turbine is great, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have to monitor and maintain it. Loren Walton: I’d start with verifying all your original fits and clearances. We’ve had cases with a four-point mount main shaft — two main bearings — where one side wasn’t installed properly from the beginning, so it didn’t actually float. It’s supposed to be a fixed side and a floating side; now you’ve got one side that’s not floating, and you get overload. So make sure you’re set from the start. A lot of machines now come already outfitted with instrumentation — vibration monitoring, oil monitoring, different ways to start trending from the beginning. Back when we got started, that wasn’t the case. You got your new turbine and in a lot of cases it had nothing on it — you were flying blind. Now that it’s there, use it. Cory Mittleider: That’s a good point. Specifically to bearings, something earlier versions didn’t have, and newer ones mostly do, is auto-lubers. Allen Hall: I see more of those lately. Cory Mittleider: That’s great from a lubrication-delivery and reliability point of view, but it’s its own little machine. We’ve heard of cases where the auto-luber failed, or ran when it shouldn’t have, or for whatever reason had very large output. So you need regular assessment of the entire system, including uptower. Allen Hall: You’ve got to monitor everything that’s uptower. Cory Mittleider: It’s its own little machine. It requires its own maintenance. If you’re relying on it, you’ve got to check it. Allen Hall: As we move into these larger machines and see more of them deployed, what are the useful things you should be doing in that first year to make sure your bearing is working optimally? Is it just checking vibration levels? Is it getting uptower and doing a quick sweep to confirm the grease isn’t oozing out where it shouldn’t be? Is it that simple? Loren Walton: Having a regular maintenance interval definitely helps. Even getting grease sampling to understand your baseline levels after the first six months and the first year. In a lot of cases the turbines are under a couple-year warranty, so maybe you don’t have as much access. But as much as you can, getting a baseline is huge, because you’re going to want to compare later. You’ll want to say, “Okay, I took this grease sample — what does it mean? Does it normally run that high or not?” Same for vibration, getting the trending. For main bearings in general, more grease is better than less, because you can never quite get it all out when you’re regreasing. So a lot of that first year or two is about getting a good baseline so you know what you’re actually expecting, and what it means when you take a reading in year two or three. Allen Hall: What does a grease sample look like in terms of the response you get back? I take a sample, send it to a lab, and it comes back with — what? Is it “good or bad,” or a bunch of chemical numbers about composition and dirt? I’ve never seen one. Cory Mittleider: It’s a matrix. You can request different versions, but probably ten or fifteen different elements they give you numbers on, in parts per million. Iron and brass will be up there. Allen Hall: So if you see something floating in the grease — Cory Mittleider: Silicon, phosphorus, water. Allen Hall: Water would not be great. Cory Mittleider: No. Allen Hall: So those reports come back, and I assume there’s more knowledge needed to interpret the results. What do you do? Loren Walton: We have some guidelines we share with our partners and customers. If you see a certain amount of parts per million of copper, ferrous material, or the like, we can say, “That’s worth monitoring for a while,” or “You should probably purge it, try to get it out, and see if it stabilizes.” We get those questions and respond in kind. There’s definitely help available. If we work together, we typically have a lot more success. A lot of people right now feel like they’re trying to work in their own silos, and you don’t have to do that. You don’t have to be the subject-matter expert for lubricants, gears, bearings, and everything else. You can reach out to experts who can help, and hopefully that frees up your time to assess and work on other things. Allen Hall: The turbines are so complex today. It used to be you could have one person on site who knew most of what was going wrong, because they’d made thousands of these things — there was a legacy. When you get to six megawatt machines, where you don’t have a lot of history, particularly in the United States, there’s really no one to ask. You’d better find somebody who knows what they’re talking about. Cory Mittleider: And the operators are responsible for multiple systems — six or seven or eight systems they’re looking at. We can help with bearings; we’re niche and focused on that. If we can take that off your plate, now instead of six systems you’ve got five to worry about. Allen Hall: That’s key. There are experts out there, and one thing the podcast is trying to do is give those experts a chance to talk so you know who to ask. Your phones should be ringing right about now, because it’s repower time, and it’s main-bearing repair and replace time, pitch-bearing repair and replace time. There’s a lot of bearing activity going on. I always say call Malloy Wind if you need somebody who really knows their stuff, the technology, and what’s going on internally. How do people get ahold of you two if they have questions? What’s the easiest way? Loren Walton: I try to be at most of the industry events. We usually hold a booth. And my email, my phone number — I’m on LinkedIn, so reach out there. After our last discussion I had a few folks reach out, actually mostly from other countries. It was interesting; we heard about a few issues before they even hit the US. Some folks were having problems with the larger turbines, and we were able to get our teams in Brazil and Spain involved right away. Then once it started cropping up in the US, I could say, “Yeah, I already solved that.” We can put my email in the show notes. Allen Hall: We’ll put it in the show notes for sure. And Cory, how do people get ahold of you? Cory Mittleider: I’m pretty active at the events — ACP, and the Drivetrain Reliability Collaborative is another one we had a couple of months ago. Email, phone, and I’m pretty active on LinkedIn. I’ve had similar experiences to Loren, getting contacted from other countries across the globe. It’s fun to investigate problems and share results in the technical articles on our website, and have people send me a picture of an article I wrote and say, “Hey, let’s talk about this.” Allen Hall: Your articles are great. Check out malloywind.com — just Google it and it’ll come right to the top. If you have bearing questions or something you’ve seen, that website is a great first place to get some answers. It’s very helpful. Well, Loren and Cory, I love having you on the podcast. We need to have you on more, because there’s a lot going on in the bearing world. Loren Walton: There are things we didn’t even touch on today. Allen Hall: You’re always welcome back. Loren Walton: Awesome. Appreciate it. Allen Hall: Thank you.
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Seeking very much to reverse its fortunes after the flop that was the GameCube, Nintendo decided to focus its attention on gaming experiences rather than the raw power that Sony and Microsoft were providing with their own contributions. And that renewed focus led to one of the greatest-selling consoles of all time. We look back with fond nostalgia to the Nintendo Wii, released twenty years ago this year.
Deze aflevering van Gamekings Daily is ook te bekijken op https://youtu.be/uMEoyj81D0g Welkom bij Gamekings Daily. De gaming vodcast waarin twee hosts van Gamekings kwebbelen over de laatste ontwikkelingen in de wereld die videogames heet. Het is vandaag dinsdag en Skate neemt net als op maandag plaats achter de microfoon. Samen met JJ bespreekt hij de laatste ontwikkelingen binnen de videogame-industrie. Zo blijft de Assassin’s Creed serie een flinke bak duiten binnenbrengen voor Ubisoft. Van de serie zijn inmiddels ruim 250 miljoen spellen verkocht. Ze nemen daarmee de nummer 8 positie in binnen de top 10 best verkochte franchises aller tijden. JJ en Skate proberen het geheim achter het succes van de Franse serie te verklaren. Dit onderwerp en andere topics zie en hoor je voorbij komen in de Gamekings Daily van dinsdag 14 juli 2026. Assassin’s Creed franchise marcheert voorbij de 250 miljoen verkochte exemplaren Andere onderwerpen die in deze editie van GK Daily voorbij komen, zijn de roep van de fans om nieuwe DLC voor Cyberpunk 2077 nu de game recentelijk een boost in het aantal spelers heeft gekregen. Immers, als CD Projekt Red na ruim tien jaar met nieuwe content voor The Witcher 3 kan komen, waarom dan niet ook voor Cyberpunk 2077? En Sony Santa Monica laat weten of er een diskversie komt van God of War Laufey. Scoor 15% korting op alle laptops van Lenovo met code GAMEKINGS Lenovo is de vaste partner van Gamekings Daily. Tijdens de uitzendingen van de vodcast gebruiken we de Lenovo ThinkPad, de absolute bestseller van de producent. Wil jij info over deze of de andere laptops van Lenovo of er een aanschaffen, check het aanbod dan nu in hun shop. Speciaal voor de kijkers en luisteraars van Gamekings is er een 15% discount op alle laptops. Je hoeft daarvoor bij het afrekenen alleen de code GAMEKINGS in te voeren.Wil je adverteren bij de podcast Gamekings óf misschien bij een andere podcast van ILVY Network? Mail dan naar management@ilvy.com en/of kijk even op de website : https://ilvy.com/podcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of Random Encounter, we're chatting about new DLC for a game that spent over a decade in development, and another title that feels like it should have been released a decade ago.First up, Audra is here to chat about Endless Ragnarok, the new DLC for the action RPG Granblue Fantasy: Relink. The base game was our "returning champion" on our most anticipated list from 2020 through 2024, and was warmly received upon release. This new expansion adds a wealth of content and gameplay that might just reignite interest in the title.Next, Zek joins us to discuss Echoes of Aincrad, a new entry in the long-running Sword Art Online series. Based on the anime, this standalone title clearly hopes to recapture the feeling of the earliest games in the series by allowing you to create a brand-new character and introducing a fresh supporting cast. The problem is that the game feels like a subpar relic of an older RPG generation. Even as a PS3-era release, it would still fall short. Is there anything here to redeem it? Featuring: Jono Logan, Audra Bowling, and Zek Lu; Edited by Jono LoganGet in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: podcast@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomBluesky: @rpgfan.bsky.socialInstagram: @rpgfancomThreads: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomThis Episode's Related Links:Granblue Fantasy Relink: Endless RagnarokGranblue Fantasy Relink ReviewSword Art Online - Hollow Fragment- ReviewEchoes of Aincrad Review
https://lnk.bio/Jeditalk As we announced last week on our show, we were scheduled to welcome Jonny Coyne to Jedi Talk but he was ghosting Tom for the better part of the last 3 days...so unfortunately he was not able to join. Listen to the episode for more on this. We discussed Star Wars future trejectory as far as movies go with the leak of Starfighter plot details. Should Star Wars take an extended break from mainstream media? An anonomyous listener asked a question about Twi'leks and their attractiveness. Galactic Racer has a DLC already lined up too? All of this and more on episode 449 of Jedi Talk! Join us LIVE on our YouTube this Tursday, 7/16/2026 at 8:30pm ET for our 45pth episode. Impractical Jokers comedy producer John Szeluga will join in on the fun! YouTube.com/JediTalk https://lnk.bio/Jeditalk
The day we thought might never come has finally arrived. This week on the DayZ Podcast, Andy and Dave break down an absolute avalanche of breaking news that is going to change the survival genre forever. First up, we discuss the bombshell revelation that DayZ 2 is officially in active development at Bohemia Interactive, exploring what this means for the future of the engine, physics, and next-gen survival.We then shift our gaze to the immediate future with the 1.29 Experimental build, appropriately titled the "Road to Badlands" update. We dive into the freshly added SCR17 rifle, the new Nasdara-themed menu music, and the massive technical shifts as the dev team preps us for the brutal heat of the Badlands DLC. Speaking of expanding the player base, we react to the massive announcement that DayZ is officially making its way to the Nintendo Switch 2 this year, breaking down the outsourced port, the lack of crossplay, and whether gyro controls can actually work in a hardcore tactical simulator.Finally, we close out the episode with some massive channel news—Andy and Dave are officially taking over the DayZ Community Spotlight! We share our excitement, what this means for our show, and how we plan to use the platform to elevate the absolute best creators and stories in the community.Your ultimate destination for staying alive in the world's most brutal multiplayer sandbox. We are dedicated to providing deep tactical analysis, breakdown updates, and critical discussions to help you master the apocalypse. Whether you're a brand new fresh spawn trying to decipher your first map with a DayZ beginner guide, or a seasoned veteran player looking for high-tier PVP strategies, advanced base building methods, or immediate coverage of breaking DayZ news, you've found the right crew.What you can expect from us:
Commercial real estate has entered a new era where execution, partnership, and long-term thinking have become the industry's greatest competitive advantages.In commercial real estate, everyone talks about capital. Not enough people talk about partnership.That's what makes the relationship between DLC and Temerity Strategic Partners different.Recorded from DLC's new media studio in Elmsford, New York, this special episode of Retail Retold features guest host Adam Ifshin, Founder and CEO of DLC, in conversation with Bruce Cohen, Founder and Co-CEO of Temerity Strategic Partners.Together, they explore how today's higher interest rate environment has reshaped commercial real estate, shifting the advantage from financial engineering to operational excellence. Bruce explains why Temerity was built to partner with proven operators rather than simply invest in real estate, while Adam shares the operator's perspective on creating long-term value through disciplined execution, relationships, and relentless focus on cash flow.The conversation goes beyond the numbers. Adam and Bruce discuss how their partnership evolved from mutual skepticism into deep trust, why alignment between operators and capital partners has never been more important, and how culture, leadership, and succession planning have become meaningful competitive advantages.The market will continue to change. But the firms that outperform won't simply have access to capital. They'll have the right partners, the right people, and the discipline to execute when it matters most.Because capital can always find another deal.Finding the right partner is much harder.What You'll HearWhy today's market rewards value creation over financial engineeringWhat sophisticated capital looks for in an operatorWhy retail remains one of the strongest sectors in commercial real estateHow the DLC–Temerity partnership was builtWhy culture, leadership, and execution drive long-term valueThe qualities that define companies built to lastChapters01:43 — Welcome to the new studioAdam Ifshin introduces Retail Retold's new podcast studio and welcomes Bruce Cohen.03:06 — From capital allocator to operator advocateBruce explains why decades in capital markets led him to believe operators create the real value.05:30 — Why Temerity existsThe entrepreneurial journey behind launching Temerity Strategic Partners.10:07 — Solving operators' biggest capital challengeBruce explains the GP capital model and why operators need more than money.15:14 — Why retail rose to the topHow Temerity's research process identified retail as one of the strongest sectors.21:09 — What capital misunderstood about retailBruce shares how DLC changed his perspective on leasing, cash flow, and value creation.23:51 — Why DLC became the partnerThe process that turned skepticism into conviction.28:28 — What culture revealedBruce explains what stood out after meeting the entire DLC leadership team.34:56 — Three traits of elite operatorsBruce's framework for identifying firms built for long-term success.39:04 — Building businesses that outlast their foundersA discussion about succession, the next generation, and creating enduring companies.42:13 — When business becomes real partnershipHow a capital relationship evolved into a lasting friendship.47:23 — Closing thoughtsAdam reflects on the partnership and wraps up the conversation.
David, Devindra, and Jeff call action on Minions & Monsters, enjoy a psychedelic shopping spree with I Love Boosters, and RSVP yes to The Invite. Then they seek explosive vengeance with The Furious.We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSOR: BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off.Weekly PlugsDavid - DChen's Instagram channelDevindra - Engadget Podcast: Who needs Valve's Steam Machine? + Why 3D TVs failedJeff - DLC Episode 659 with Steve WattsShownotes (All timestamps are approximate only) What we've been watching (~00:03:38)David - Minions & Monsters, The Invite, Toy Story 5Devindra - I Love Boosters, I Will Find YouJeff - The Invite, Minions & Monsters, Jurassic ParkFeatured Review (~01:14:57) The FuriousSupport David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
It seems that no matter where one looks in the gaming industry, there's bad news on the horizon. Such is certainly the case with Sony, as the Japanese company announced two pieces of bad news concurrent to one another: That beginning in 2028, PlayStation hardware will no longer receive disc-based releases, and that by next summer, you will no longer be able to buy digital PS3 and Vita games. All things considered, the latter is a more understandable decision (after all, Sony tried to do this back in 2021 before pulling back), but the former situation has set the PlayStation fanbase alight in a way we've not seen since perhaps 2011, if not 2006, both extremely ominous years in the brand's history. We discuss both topics in great detail, incorporate a ton of your inquiries, and try to make sense of what's happening from every conceivable angle. There's other news this week, too, including Sony's stance on hardware subsidies, PlayStation's continuing commitment to the games-as-a-service sector, new roster additions for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, and more. Then: Listener inquiries! Is Exodus' scrapping of its in-game character creator a sign of things to come? Why are some publishers and developers so secretive with sales figures? What potential ideas could emulate the interplay between EVE Online and Dust-514? Did Dustin answer the Dustin-signal that Colin sent into the atmospheric ether? This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://www.betterhelp.com/symbols Download Cash App Today: https://capl.onelink.me/vFut/ty57yree #CashAppPod Cash App is a financial services platform, not a bank. Banking services provided by Cash App's bank partner(s). Prepaid debit cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC. Cash App Visa® Debit Flex Cards issued by Sutton Bank, Member FDIC, and The Bancorp Bank, N.A., pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. See terms and conditions for the Sutton prepaid card, Sutton debit flex card, and Bancorp debit flex card. Discounts and promotions provided by Cash App, a Block, Inc. brand. Visit cash.app/legal/podcast for full disclosures. Timestamps: Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00 - Intro20:52 - Welcome Lily24:01 - Loud neighbors39:11 – Colin's plan of succession42:13 – The return of the King46:23 – Starting in 2028, PlayStation consoles will no longer receive new games on disc1:17:23 – Sony's strategy1:39:54 – Why is Sony removing this option?1:52:50 – The passive income of disc production1:57:49 – What's this mean for pricing?2:03:19 – Improving the storefront2:09:10 – Should the ownership paradigm shift?2:18:48 – Codes at stores again?2:25:58 – Multiple storefronts, buying outside of PSN2:30:07 – Does “pro-consumerism” even work?2:32:04 – Have the people spoken?2:33:47 – The never-ending rural problem2:37:00 – Lillymo2:42:32 – PS3 and Vita's digital storefronts will go offline forever in one year3:15:53 – Sony won't subsidize its hardware beyond a certain point3:19:29 – PS5 has its worst May on the US market since the late PSone era3:24:44 – Sony says it has to (and will) keep investing in games-as-a-service3:31:59 – Sony pulls Studio Canal films from the PSN backend3:35:24 – Shaun Layden says Sony is making a mistake by stopping its PC support3:43:11 – Blade, Loki, and Deadpool revealed for Marvel Tokon3:46:37 – Capcom moves Onimusha's date up3:47:46 – July's PS+ Essential games3:49:40 – Persona is getting a live action TV series3:51:54 – What We're Playing (Luna Abyss, GTA V, GTA: San Andreas)4:07:45 – When will consumers vote with their wallet?4:14:11 – Exodus will no longer feature a full character creator4:19:04 – Why are companies so reluctant to share sales data?4:22:24 – Does end game DLC generate more revenue?4:27:35 – Why won't the PS6 be delayed?4:30:40 – What franchises could benefit from a Dust-like shared world? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week the Get Played crew is releasing a DLC ep in the main feed! Heather, Nick and Matt go back to the original How Did This Get Played format to discuss Bubsy in: The Purrfect Collection. Check out our merch at kinshipgoods.com/getplayed Follow us on social media @getplayedpod Music by Ben Prunty benpruntymusic.com Art by Duck Brigade duckbrigade.com For our exclusive show Get Played DLC, ad-free main feed episodes, our complete back catalogue including How Did This Get Played? episodes go to patreon.com/getplayed Join us on our Discord server here: https://discord.gg/getplayed Wanna leave us a voicemail? Call 616-2-PLAYED (616-275-2933) or write us an email at getplayedpod@gmail.com Advertise on Get Played via Gumball.fm All of our links can be found at linktree.com/getplayedpodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Hello one and all, and welcome back to another episode of Trophy Talk! In this month's installment Colin and Josh dig deep into the recent news stories that have been plaguing not only PlayStation, but the gaming industry at large. Indeed, with bad news story, after bad news story, it's hard to feel optimistic about the hobby that we all know and love so much. While there are many available tendrils to pull on here, the boys settle in around the PS3 storefront closure, and the 2028 impending death of physical games on PlayStation. There are so many areas to dig into here, so many reasons to be upset (or not to be upset), that the conversation naturally is a bit all over the place. Regardless, after the dust settles do either of the aforementioned stories actually prompt us to reconsider if Sony and the PlayStation is our gaming home? Of course as per the typical run of the show we also take time to highlight some impressive and noteworthy Platinum's earned by our community, touch on our favorite trophies we've personally earned in the last month, and touch on what we've been playing. Much like Zac (the recordkeeper) before him, Saros has its hooks in Josh and we spend a good deal of time discussing the mechanics of the game and how it reminds us of more recent titles like Doom: The Dark Ages. Additionally, Josh takes some time away from the bullet hell genre to go and kick some ass in Marvel: Cosmic Invasion. It turns out the title may not have received as much praise as it should have! Colin on the other hand, in anticipation of Doom's DLC on July 7th, and Halo: Campaign evolved at month's end, has gone for a more chill trophy hunting experience in 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. While the game may not be difficult, it boasts 13 main protagonists and characters, a time traveling Sci-Fi story, and some truly beautiful imagery. Has Colin gone full weeb? Well maybe not full, but after how much he disliked the Survival-Crafting genre after giving Grounded a try, he just had to try something different. Thank you all for listening, and be excellent to each other.
David, Devindra, and Jeff reflect on a history of violence with The Death of Robin Hood, slash through Blades of the Guardians, and take flight with the season premiere of House of the Dragon. Then they keep it in the family with the latest entry in the DCU Supergirl.We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Weekly PlugsDavid - Weekly box office report: Supergirl bombs Devindra - It's time to dump RokuJeff - We Have Concerns Corporate BSShownotes (All timestamps are approximate only) What we've been watching (~00:13:18)David - Blades of the Guardians, Citizen VigilanteDevindra - The Death of Robin Hood, The Vampire Lestat, Blow OutJeff - House of the Dragon S3, Life, Larry, and the Pursuit of UnhappinessFeatured Review (~01:11:42) SupergirlSPOILERS (~01:30:44)Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
Linktree: https://linktr.ee/AnalyticJoin The Normandy For Ad-Free NME, Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0KIn this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz reacts to the TEKKEN 8 Bob Gameplay Reveal Trailer.Analytic Dreamz delivers a detailed breakdown of the highly anticipated return of Bob Richards in TEKKEN 8. The trailer showcases Bob's updated moveset, explosive new combos, lightning-fast strikes, and signature agility that made him a fan-favorite since his debut. With improved graphics, fluid animations, and fresh mechanics built for the modern roster, the reveal highlights how Bandai Namco has evolved the character while staying true to his core identity.Analytic Dreamz analyzes Bob's playstyle changes, potential matchup implications, stage presence, and overall balance within TEKKEN 8's current meta. From high-damage juggles to defensive tools and crowd-pleasing visuals, this reaction covers everything competitive players and casual fans need to know about the latest DLC addition.Join Analytic Dreamz for an honest, in-depth look at one of TEKKEN 8's most exciting character reveals yet.Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
David, Devindra, and Jeff are joined by Germain Lussier to render judgement on a Slashfilmcourt case of an overly enthusiastic fan. Then they take the toys off the shelf once more for Toy Story 5.We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSORS: SQUARE: Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/filmcast! #squarepodSVS: If you've already gone big on your TV, don't let it be held hostage by bad audio. Go to SVSound.com and give your movies the sonic upgrade they deserve with SVS.BETTERHELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/filmcast today to get 10% off.Featured Review (~00:20:19) Toy Story 5SPOILERS (~00:37:38)Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.
A Pokopoia event about Jirachi starts this week to kick off summer! Rumors about it being tied to Ruby & Sapphire Switch versions are addressed here. Pokopia also gives us a hint at what we can expect with the DLC, including dressing up our Pokémon. Pokémon Company in Japan is running an AI contest to make the TCG cpu feel more like a Chess cpu in the games, more or less. Pokémon Champions comes to mobile with two new abilities for two meh Pokémon.TIMESTAMPS00:00:00-Introduction00:06:50-Pokopia Jirachi Event00:18:30-Ruby & Sapphire Rumors00:24:30-Clothing & Dress Up in Pokopia00:35:05-Pokémon AI Contest01:00:50-Champions on Mobile01:38:50-Sirfetch'd & Pichu01:44:25-CreditsLINKS
This week, we throw our own summer festival of video games by opening the grab bag! There was so much stuff to play, it took all three Besties working on different piles to separate the “Yes!” from the “Yuck!” Want a meta Sherlock Holmes mystery? How about overlooked DLC to a Besties favorite? Or maybe you want to hear about Steam running on Android emulators? Friends, we have something for everyone! Get the full list of games (and other stuff) discussed at www.besties.fan. Want more episodes? Join us at patreon.com/thebesties for three bonus episodes each month!
David, Devindra, and Jeff get mad with The Furious, confront a dark past in Hokum, and get ready to go live with Lorne. Then they check out Steven Spielberg's return to the world of science fiction with Disclosure Day.We're making video versions of our reviews! Be sure to follow us on the following platforms: YouTube Tiktok Instagram Threads Thanks to our SPONSORS: KA'CHAVA: Go to https://kachava.com and use code FILMCAST for 15% off your first order.QUINCE: Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to Quince.com/filmcast for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.STORYWORTH: This year, give Dad a gift that captures who he really is, before the stories get harder to remember. Father's Day is Sunday, June 21st. Order RIGHT NOW and save up to $20 at STORYWORTH.com/filmcast.Weekly PlugsDavid - Decoding Everything: Matt Goldberg's Disclosure Day ReviewDevindra - Engadget Podcast: Making sense of SpaceX's IPO (and Elon Musk's racism)Jeff - Jeff's Cameo PageShownotes (All timestamps are approximate only) What we've been watching (~00:18:38)David - Hokum, Maternal InstinctDevindra - The Furious, Dragon StrikerJeff - Lorne, Dragon StrikerFeatured Review (~01:07:56) Disclosure DaySPOILERS (~01:31:55)Support David's artistic endeavors at his Patreon and subscribe to his free newsletter Decoding Everything. Check out Jeff Cannata's podcasts DLC and We Have Concerns. Listen to Devindra's podcast with Engadget on all things tech. You can always e-mail us at slashfilmcast(AT)gmail(DOT)com.Credits: Our theme song is by Tim McEwan from The Midnight. This episode was edited by Noah Ross who also created our weekly plugs and spoiler bumper music. Our Slashfilmcourt music comes from Simon Harris. If you'd like to advertise with us or sponsor us, please e-mail slashfilmcast@gmail.com. You can support the podcast by going to patreon.com/filmpodcast or by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts.