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Pass The Controller Podcast: A Video Game & Nerd Culture Show
387: Is F-ZERO 99 Just That Good? | What We've Been Up To

Pass The Controller Podcast: A Video Game & Nerd Culture Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 77:17


The Pass The Controller Podcast is a show where a couple of best friends dive into the latest in gaming and nerd culture. In this episode, Brenden, Mike, Dom, and Todd sit down and chat what they've been playing and watching, Final Fantasy XVI, Sea of Stars, Gunbrella, Mario Party 1, Cyberpunk 2077, Starfield, F-ZERO 99 and more. Please get vaccinated, boosted, and be respectful to those of us still wearing masks. Be sure to SUBSCRIBE and LEAVE A REVIEW on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to the show! More delicious content at: passthecontroller.io/ patreon.com/passthecontroller twitter.com/passcontroller instagram.com/passcontroller twitch.tv/passcontroller discord.gg/zzSNaHt Intro & outro music courtesy of the Super Soul Bros. supersoulbros.com Episode sponsored by Goodnight Fatty goodnightfatty.com instagram.com/goodnightfatty

Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers
Final Fantasy XVI - with Eric Gess from The Unlockables Podcast and Ryan Juengling from The List Off Podcast

Your Friendly Neighborhood Gamers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2023 107:52


Eric from The Unlockables and Ryan from List Off join Andrew in the neighborhood to talk about one of the biggest games of the year, Final Fantasy XVI! Final Fantasy XVI is set in the fictional world of Valisthea, a world divided between six nations who hold power through access to magical Crystals and Dominants, humans who act as hosts for each nation's Eikon. Tensions between the nations escalate as a magical drought dubbed the Blight begins consuming the land. Clive Rosfield, guardian to his younger brother Joshua, witnesses his kingdom destroyed and becomes involved in the growing conflict between Valisthea's nations and the secret power behind the war tied to the dark Eikon Ifrit.The guys break down all the things they love about the game as well as some of the things that could have been better. They discuss the combat system, the Game of Thrones style of the world, the characters, and more! If you want to chat with us about Final Fantasy XVI, use the link below to join our Discord server!Time StampsSpoilers Start Here - 50:27Spoilers End and Verdicts are Given - 1:35:28Follow Eric herehttps://linktr.ee/unlockablespodcastFollow Ryan herehttps://linktr.ee/listoffpodcastFollow us hereWEBSITE https://www.fngamers.com/DISCORD https://discord.gg/euhEYZxC58 TWITTERhttps://twitter.com/F_N_GamerzINSTAGRAMhttps://www.instagram.com/yourfriendlyneighborhoodgamers/YOUTUBEhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRgS_YRAM8_PlWNvxrjQshAFANTASY CRITIC LEAGUEhttps://www.fantasycritic.gSupport the show

The NX Show: A Video Game Podcast
Book Club. Final Fantasy XVI Spoiler and Review Discussion

The NX Show: A Video Game Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2023 109:15


** Get This Show Two Weeks Early on Patreon ** On this Boss Rush Video Game Book Club, Pat, Stephanie, and guest Block from Block's Gaming Reviews come together to talk about Square-Enix's Final Fantasy XVI, the return to prominence for the RPG series. Does out team like it? Fine out! Today's Panel:Follow Corey: Twitter  |  InstagramFollow Stephanie: Twitter | InstagramFollow Pat: Twitter Follow us on Social Media:Twitter | Discord | Instagram | Twitch | YouTube | Facebook Group | Facebook Thank you for listening to Boss Rush Video Game Book Club, part of the Boss Rush Presents supplemental series of podcasts from Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush Podcast. You can catch new episodes every Friday on YouTube and on the Boss Rush Podcast feed on your favorite application. Get this show and more two weeks early through the Boss Rush Media Patreon for as little as $1 a month. Thanks for listening! Boss Rush Media. Be You. Be More. Play Games. Be Better.

Ping - The Enemy
Greve de atores pode expandir para games e mais!

Ping - The Enemy

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 9:24


A greve de atores de Hollywood agora pode ganhar uma nova frente, com o sindicato SAG-AFTRA autorizando uma votação para paralisação dos trabalhos até conseguirem melhores pagamentos e proteções contra inteligência artificial. Nesta edição do Ping, Guilherme Dias comenta esta e outras notícias do fim de semana, incluindo grandes anúncios para Final Fantasy XVI, e o fechamento do estúdio de Saints Row. Confira!  

Suplex The Sticks : A Gaming Podcast
Episode 237 : Final Fantasy XVI, Starfield, & Nintendo Direct!

Suplex The Sticks : A Gaming Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 110:32


This week David gives his final verdict on FF XVI and Seth gives us his impressions of Starfield. We then get into the news including a Nintendo Direct,  Playstation State of Play and some leaked xbox emails.  Check us out at https://www.suplexthesticks.com & Get in touch with us at suplexthesticks@gmail.com And Follow Us On Our Social! Facebook - https://facebook.com/suplexthesticks Twitter - https://twitter.com/suplexthesticks Instagram - https://instagram.com/suplexthesticks Discord - https://discord.gg/wd8NHwN

Critical Nonsense
238! Procrastitivity

Critical Nonsense

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2023 29:38


In what ways is procrastitivity useful ... or not? This week, Aaron, Joey, and Jess talk about procrastination styles, Maya Angelou, procrastavoidance, urgency, anxiety, and Éric Ripert. They don't talk about The Soul of an Octopus. references Joey is a baboon "Maya Angelou: How I Write" The Eisenhower Matrix Urge incontinence Baldur's Gate 3 Final Fantasy XVI Éric Ripert 

Them Sweet Game Boys
Them Sweet Boys #29: Final Fantasy XVI

Them Sweet Game Boys

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2023 126:52


Them Sweet Mythos Boys return to the Final Fantasy well once more with a trip to Valisthea. Joe and Ethan dig into this Devil May Cry game cosplaying as a Final Fantasy, and dissect its narrative, characters, and overall oddness that is this game. For such a poorly paced hodgepodge of a game...we both actually kind of like it. It certainly has its ups and downs, but either way, it certainly makes for a very fun episode. 

Rushdown Radio - Video Game and Entertainment Podcast

Welcome to The Rush Hour podcast on Rushdown Radio, where we've got a packed episode in stored. We'll be tackling the recent PlayStation Plus price hike and its impact, delving into the closure of Volition after their latest Saints Row release, and discussing Square Enix's staggering $2 billion loss in value since the release of Final Fantasy XVI. We'll also explore Google's testing of a Stadia-like feature, reflect on Peter Molyneux's regrets about over-promising his games, review the latest Nintendo Direct and Sony's State of Play showcase, and break down the Unity developer fee debacle. Join us for an exciting gaming journey and insightful discussions on the hottest topics in the industry! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Irregularly Scheduled
Final Fantasy XVI with Joe Hogan

Irregularly Scheduled

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 142:28


On this episode we're joined by Joe Hogan, to talk about his Perfect Ten video game, Final Fantasy XVI!

Nick's Nerd News
Episode 279: Unity or Unionization

Nick's Nerd News

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 88:28


unity decided to just drop a nuke on the game development world and the both backtracked and doubled down, but so far it has cause among us to be pulled from storefronts. Meanwhile, Marvel Studios VFX artists have unanimously voted to join IATSE, in the first of its kind unionization vote in the VFX industry. Starfield continues to dominate the headlines and gaming charts, SquareEnix may be facing a interesting situation, and the iPhone is getting AAA gaming support. Meanwhile Miyazaki unretires, Alan Moore gives his money to charity, and Shawn Levy says Deadpool is like John Candy. Plus my favorite 80s teen movies! Come take a listen.

Video Games 2 the MAX
The Unity Game Developer Controversy, Square-Enix Does It Again! # 364

Video Games 2 the MAX

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 76:56


On this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean, and Marc discuss Sea of Stars and Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, among some other games. Also, a huge surprise from Unity has game developers in a major outcry over the game engine pursuing charging fees if a game hits over a certain number of installs. And even though Unity has now backtracked on some of the initial wording and clarified some things, there's still a large number of unknowns, especially indie devs that could even delay DLC, delete their games entirely, or never go into subscription service because of these fees. This could be super detrimental to the industry or it could just wind up hurting Unity and Unity-made games. Either way, there's a lot to discuss on this one. Also, Starfield is doing well and even selling systems for Xbox. While Square-Enix does it again and says that another game, this time Final Fantasy XVI did not match expectations. Although it seems like many folks within the company understand where the issues are coming from, why is Square-Enix not listening? Is this more on Square-Enix? Or is the actual game (FF 16)'s fault that it "did not meet expectations?" Plus, Nintendo has been showing off the Switch 2 in tech demos, and the DLSS technology has it doing some really cool things, Charles Martinet's new role is explained, Phil Spencer is once again coy about Elder Scrolls VI, and more!You can also watch this episode on the W2M Network Channel, please give us a like, comment, and follow over there too: https://youtube.com/live/nQea_WXifVA- Listen and give us a review on these platforms -https://podcasts.apple.com/ag/podcast/video-games-2-the-max/id886092740https://open.spotify.com/show/2wjd0u3xO7TdAm4gKRM44Lhttps://www.audible.com/pd/Video-Games-2-the-MAX-Podcast/B08JJPTZTWhttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/video-games-2-the-max-181386https://podcastaddict.com/?podId=2465904https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-video-games-2-the-m-28438312/- Follow on Twitter -Sean on Twitter: https://twitter.com/W2MSeanW2M Network on Twitter: https://twitter.com/w2mnetwork- Other Social Media -Follow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@w2mnetwork2Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/aydMgvUN9dFollow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/w2mnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/w2mnetwork/Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/W2MNetwork

RPG Fan's Retro Encounter
383 - Final Fantasy XVI Spoilercast

RPG Fan's Retro Encounter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2023 88:36


The only podcast here is ours. And you can be its early witness! Final Fantasy XVI, one of the most-anticipated Square-Enix games of the 2020s, finally launched worldwide in June. And now, almost three months later, at least four RPGFan staff have finished playing and want to start talking. From favorite characters and fights to the future of Final Fantasy XVI DLC, this podcast delves deep into this Eikonic game. Featuring: Michael Sollosi, Gio Castillo, Tin Manuel, Zach Wilkerson; Edited by Zach WilkersonOpening and ending music by Miles Morkri. Get in Touch:RPGFan.comRPGFan ShopEmail us: retro@rpgfan.comTwitter: @rpgfancomInstagram: @rpgfancomFacebook: rpgfancomTwitch: rpgfancomZach's Final Fantasy XVI Review

3rd Party Controller Podcast
Final Fantasy XVI

3rd Party Controller Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 92:09


On this special episode of 3PC Jesse and special guest Scott dive deep into story, characters, action in this SPOILER filled sixteen talks. Clive Rosfield, guardian to his younger brother Joshua, witnesses his kingdom destroyed and becomes involved in the growing conflict between Valisthea's nations and the secret power behind the war tied to the dark Eikon Ifrit. So join Jesse and Scott as they discuss the newest title in the Final Fantasy series! Available to stream and download on Spotify and the Apple Podcast App!

The Weekly Stuff Podcast with Jonathan Lack & Sean Chapman
The Weekly Stuff #476 - Reviewing Justified: City Primeval & Final Fantasy XVI

The Weekly Stuff Podcast with Jonathan Lack & Sean Chapman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 185:56


It's a double-header on today's podcast as we review two very different things from this summer that we both love passionately: FX's Justified: City Primeval, the sequel miniseries to the modern neo-western classic starring Timothy Olyphant, and Square Enix's Final Fantasy XVI, the latest and among-the-greatest entry in the venerable JRPG series. Justified is one of our favorite TV series, and the return absolutely did not disappoint, putting Raylan Givens in a new setting and telling a new kind of story with him, while continuing his character development in really smart, thoughtful ways. Final Fantasy XVI is one of the year's best games, but also perhaps one of its most misunderstood, and in this discussion, we mainly break down the story and themes and why so much of what it's doing has been dismissed in Western reviews and thinkpieces. Enjoy! Time Chart:Intro: 0:00:00 – 0:02:25Armored Core VI: 0:02:25 – 0:17:47Baldur's Gate 3: 0:17:47 – 0:23:56Justified City Primeval: 0:23:56 – 1:46:05Final Fantasy XVI: 1:46:05 – 3:05:56Support the show at Ko-fi ☕️ https://ko-fi.com/weeklystuffSubscribe to JAPANIMATION STATION, our sister series about the wide, wacky world of anime: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation  Explore our archives and subscribe to The Weekly Stuff Podcast on all podcasting platforms:https://weeklystuffpodcast.comFollow The Weekly Stuff Wordcast newsletter for regular updates and extra content! https://weeklystuff.substack.comEnding music by Thomas Lack https://www.thomaslack.com/ 

Nintendo Switch UK Podcast
Wonder or Blunder? - Episode 217

Nintendo Switch UK Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 65:06


Anton and Al discuss the big Switch 2 rumours and the recent Super Mario Wonder direct!Charles Martinet, Borderlands 3 Ultimate Edition,Company of Heroes Collection, Little Goody Two Shoes, Ebenezer and the Invisible World,How 2 Escape,Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland,The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom DLC,Super Mario Bros. Wonder ,Retro Game Challenge 1 + 2 Replay, Megami Ibunroku Persona: Ikuu no Tou Hen,Fitness Boxing, Fitness Boxing feat. Hatsune Miku Isshoni Exercise,Pikmin Finder,My Little Universe,G.I. Joe: Wrath of Cobra ,Morkull Ragast's Rage,Kirby's Star Stacker ,Quest for Camelot ,Downtown Nekketsu March Super-Awesome Field Day! ,Joy Mech Fight , Nintendo Switch Online, Transformers: Earthspark - Expedition,Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem ,PowerWash Simulator Back to the Future DLC ,OPUS: Prism Peak ,Cat Quest III ,Toree Saturn , Double Dragon Collection ,Skull Island: Rise of Kong , Born of Bread ,30XX ,Mortal Kombat 1 ,Sea of Stars sold 100,000 copies on its first day.* Sea of Stars ,Final Fantasy XVI ,Final Fantasy Theatrhythm Final Bar Line Season Pass Vol. 3 ,Warhammer 40,000: Boltgun ,Pokémon Paldean Winds , Civilization VI Leader Pass,Disney Dreamlight Valley ,Stardew Valley cookbook ,Beyond Good and Evil 20th Anniversary Edition Switch 2Support the show

Orange Lounge Radio
Orange Lounge Radio 973 - 9/10/2023

Orange Lounge Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2023 136:01


After a convention filled Labor Day Weekend, we return to missed news, including confirmation that Final Fantasy XVI will be headed to PC (was there ever really any doubt?) and have 2 DLC releases in the coming months. Not just this, but a new Nintendo Direct showed off some detail on Super Mario Wonder. And also while we were out, a long running gaming studio closed with their last game releasing on Playstation Plus within the same breath. Phew, it's been an action packed week, and we cover all the news on another episode of the longest running video game podcast- Orange Lounge Radio!   Also in the News:   * Playstation Plus to Increase Price * No DLC Coming for Tears of the Kingdom * Was Switch 2 Behind Closed Doors at Gamescom? * Megan Fox Joins Mortal Kombat   All this and more on the show where EVERY gamer has a voice-- Orange Lounge Radio! LIVE on the VOG Network, Sunday nights at 6 Pacific, 9 Eastern www.vognetwork.com Twitter: @olr Mailbag: participate (at) orangeloungeradio dot com

The FrogPants Studios Ultra Feed!
CORE 382: Dragon Beef II

The FrogPants Studios Ultra Feed!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 177:17


The possibility of annual expansions in Diablo IV, drawing comparisons with other games that adopt this approach. Scott's fascination with Starfield, Jon and Beau's completion of Baldur's Gate 3, and their individual game choices like Xenotilt, WWE 2K23, No Man's Sky, Marvel Snap, and more. "Dear Martha," where they guess which Bethesda game various reviews are from. Additionally, they touch on news, such as Final Fantasy XVI's DLCs, Bethesda's plans for Red Fall, Crossplay in Baldur's Gate 3, YouTube's testing of playable games, and rumors about NintendoVR. Emails from listeners, including one praising the PS Portal and another commending Jon's passionate take on Starfield, suggesting he could be a great marketer for Bethesda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

CORE - Core Gaming for Core Gamers
CORE 382: Dragon Beef II

CORE - Core Gaming for Core Gamers

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 177:17


The possibility of annual expansions in Diablo IV, drawing comparisons with other games that adopt this approach. Scott's fascination with Starfield, Jon and Beau's completion of Baldur's Gate 3, and their individual game choices like Xenotilt, WWE 2K23, No Man's Sky, Marvel Snap, and more. "Dear Martha," where they guess which Bethesda game various reviews are from. Additionally, they touch on news, such as Final Fantasy XVI's DLCs, Bethesda's plans for Red Fall, Crossplay in Baldur's Gate 3, YouTube's testing of playable games, and rumors about NintendoVR. Emails from listeners, including one praising the PS Portal and another commending Jon's passionate take on Starfield, suggesting he could be a great marketer for Bethesda. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Power Pizza
253: Pesto di Salsiccia

Power Pizza

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 55:47


“La pizza non è mai orrenda, a meno che non faccia schifo”- Simione Albrigeri, esperto di cose+++ Supporta il Podcast!! +++

Video Games 2 the MAX
Starfield is Here! One Piece Netflix Review, Final Fantasy XVI DLC, More!!! # 363

Video Games 2 the MAX

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 65:25


Sean and Marc are back to discuss what's been happening in gaming and happy Starfield release day to all who have been waiting for it! Sean meant to play some prior to the podcast, but couldn't wake up early enough before recording. But the guys do go over Review Round-Up what some critics, friends, and others have been saying about it. Also, Sean, the resident One Piece fan did watch the Netflix live-action show (twice) all the way through and he has some thoughts on it, but overall it is actually good! It gives Sean hope for other anime live-action shows in the future. In the news... Volition Studios, makers of Saints Row has been closed. Final Fantasy XVI is officially getting a PC version and DLC, and there's new Super Mario Bros. Wonder news thanks to a short Nintendo Direct. Stray is getting a movie, voice actors are also at a stalemate with game companies over a new deal, Diablo IV is getting annual expansions and much more!You can also watch this episode on the W2M Network Channel, please give us a like, comment, and follow over there too: https://youtube.com/live/enKYqMbJoC4- Listen and give us a review on these platforms -https://podcasts.apple.com/ag/podcast/video-games-2-the-max/id886092740https://open.spotify.com/show/2wjd0u3xO7TdAm4gKRM44Lhttps://www.audible.com/pd/Video-Games-2-the-MAX-Podcast/B08JJPTZTWhttps://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/video-games-2-the-max-181386https://podcastaddict.com/?podId=2465904https://www.iheart.com/podcast/53-video-games-2-the-m-28438312/- Follow on Twitter -Sean on Twitter: https://twitter.com/W2MSeanW2M Network on Twitter: https://twitter.com/w2mnetwork- Other Social Media -Follow us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@w2mnetwork2Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/aydMgvUN9dFollow us on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/w2mnetworkFollow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/w2mnetwork/Follow Us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/W2MNetwork

Digital Days Gaming
DDG Episode 192

Digital Days Gaming

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 96:15


This week Dave dives into Sea of Stars and MJC finally got his hands on the Analogue Pocket. In video game industry news, Final Fantasy XVI is getting DLC, Volition Studios is closing and the actors strike might be coming to the video game industry.      Opening song is Deja Vu by Popskyy - https://popskyy.bandcamp.com/If you'd like to donate to us using PayPal, you can do so with this link. https://www.paypal.me/digitaldaysgamingIf you would like to order DDG merchandise click below: https://teespring.com/digital-days-gamingPatreonDiscordTwitter: @DigitalDaysPodDave Twitter: @GoodDaveHuntMichael Twitter: @The1stMJCTwitch: @DigitalDaysGamingFacebook PageFacebook GroupYouTubeTikTok

Popzara Podcast
The State of Gaming August 2023: Baldur's Gate 3, Armored Core 6, Immortals of Aveum, Atlus Fallen, Sea of Stars, Quake 2, Gran Turismo Movie, PlayStation Portal and Circana

Popzara Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 43:37


It's The State of Gaming Podcast, Popzara's in-depth look at what's shaking up the gaming landscape delivered on a monthly basis. Our hosts Cory Galliher and Nate Evans guide you through the best, worst, and everything else making headlines and headway in the world of interactive entertainment. The biggest games of the month include: Baldur's Gate 3, Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon, Immortals of Aveum, Atlas Fallen, Blasphemous 2, Bomb Rush Cyberfunk, Rhapsody: Marl Kingdom Chronicles, Sea of Stars, and Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy. Other notables include: Quake 2 Remastered, Red Dead Redemption Remastered, Stray Gods: The Roleplaying Musical, WrestleQuest, and Vampire Survivors (Switch). Circana remains the gaming industry's best snapshot of what's moving and shaking up both physical and digital retail shelves across the country. All estimates are for entertainment purposes only. Total sales of new gaming hardware and software topped $4.18 billion, a slim 1 percent uptick over last year. The software charts get interesting as Remnant II debuts in first, Diablo IV takes second, Final Fantasy XVI in fifth, Pikmin 4 debuts in sixth, and Exoprimal in sixteenth. But there's more! Nintendo's Switch surpasses the lifetime sales of the Wii in the US! Was the Gran Turismo movie really the weekend's number 1 at the box-office? You really shouldn't sell stolen copies of Starfield. PlayStation Plus is getting a hefty price hike! There's a new PSP coming – the PlayStation Portal! And Super Mario Bros. Wonder looks like the trippiest Mario adventure yet.

Nick's Nerd News
Episode 278: Only shooting stars break the mold

Nick's Nerd News

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2023 72:02


Another summer ends, that means its new game season, and to start it off we have my early thoughts on Starfield, which is definitely going to be one of my favorite games. We also have a potential third strike coming as SAG-AFTRA looks to strike against the video game publishers. Doug Bowser opens up about Nintendo's future, and Skull & Bones hits another hurdle. Adam Drive, Aaron Paul and others speak out against the AMPTP, Toho drops a big new Godzilla trailer, and Ahsoka was amazing. Also my top 10 80s animated movies gets a shoutout.

Nerds Without Pants
Episode 266: Skin is Just Clothes For Robots

Nerds Without Pants

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 251:05


Welcome to Nerds Without Pants! No time for a lengthy intro, because Julian got carried away playing games on the holiday weekend. Enjoy some really fantastic discussions around the news! 00:00 – 11:54 Guys. Not Five Guys, Just Guys. 12:27 – 1:34:03  CONSUMPTION JUNCTION: Julian does not recommend Analogue as a company, a little more about Baldur’s Gate 3 and Elden Ring, Starfield 1:34:19 – 3:38:49 HEADLINES! Square Enix says that Final Fantasy XVI hit the lower end of expectations: https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2023/08/square-enix-bafflingly-backtracks-on-final-fantasy-16-sales-blames-slow-ps5-adoption Square Enix focusing on AAA game development: https://tech4gamers.com/square-enix-more-focus-on-aaa-titles/ Rumor: Baldur’s Gate 3 may have sold over 5 million copies already: https://gameworldobserver.com/2023/08/18/baldurs-gate-3-sales-5-million-copies-rumor-belgian-embassy Larian makes a deal with Xbox to release Baldur’s Gate 3 on the Series consoles: https://kotaku.com/baldurs-gate-3-xbox-series-x-s-split-screen-co-op-rpg-1850770513 BioWare lays off staff to be a “more agile studio”: https://www.theverge.com/2023/8/23/23843096/bioware-layoffs-dragon-age-dreadwolf-mass-effect Charles Martinet retires as Mario: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/voice-of-mario-charles-martinet-retires-1235571415/ Suikoden I&II HD remaster delayed to 2024: https://www.ign.com/articles/suikoden-i-ii-hd-remaster-gate-rune-and-dunan-unification-wars-delayed Volition shut down by the Embracer Group: https://www.polygon.com/23853963/saints-row-volition-closure-layoffs SAG-AFTRA calls for a strike against video game companies: https://variety.com/2023/biz/news/sag-aftra-seeks-video-game-strike-approval-1235711251/ 3:38 – 4:11:05 EMAIL BANANA BOAT and outro NEXT WEEK: STAGE SELECT: What are some video game characters you love to hate? VIDEO GAME CAGE MATCH: James Pond 3: Operation Starfish vs Jerry Rice and Nitus’ Dog Football SUBMIT YOUR COMMENTS BY 7:30 CENTRAL ON 9/8! Twitter: @NWPcast Email: NWPcast@gmail.com Our theme song “Relax” and interstitial tracks “To the Maxx” and “Moody Grooves” are written and performed by Megan McDuffee.      

You Like the Worst Stuff
You Like the Worst Stuff #499 - Our Top 3 Final Fantasy Games

You Like the Worst Stuff

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 38:28


The Final Fantasy series dates back to 1987, but it's still going strong with the release of Final Fantasy XVI earlier this summer. We take a stroll through NPR's Top 10 Final Fantasy Games list and give our own Top 3 picks, reminiscing about the characters, stories, and (of course) music we love along the way. Hit us up on social and tell us YOUR series favorites! Also in this lovefest: – Super Mario Bros. + Wario Land + Celeste? – Goodbye Volcano High! – Revisiting classic Pikmin games. – AND a free game code! This episode was mixed by Tony Sadowski and includes Kat Riley and Tony Sadowski on vocals. You can listen to the podcast directly here or click on one of the links below to subscribe. This episode features “Arcade Puzzler,” “Arcade Heroes,” and “Coin Op Chaos” by Eric Matyas, www.soundimage.org.

State of the Arc Podcast
Roundtable Discussion Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (FINALE) State Of The Arc Podcast

State of the Arc Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 180:13


Join us for the final episode of our Final Fantasy XVI analysis. Today, we'll be joined by The Night Sky Prince, Schrodingersbabyseal, and ProfNoctis in a roundtable discussion where we will discuss the game's themes, technical execution, development history, and the state of the franchise as a whole. GUESTS: The Night Sky Prince: / @thenightskyprince Schrodingersbabyseal: / @schrodingersbabyseal ProfNoctis: / @profnoctis1718

Castle Super Beast
CSB 234: 19 Inches of Separation Anxiety

Castle Super Beast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 242:50


Download for Mobile | Podcast Preview | Full Timestamps Castle Super Beast Shirts: http://tinyurl.com/CSBshirts Go to http://expressvpn.com/superbeast to get 3 extra months free on a 12-month plan. -- Download the DoorDash app and use promo code CASTLE to get 50% off up to $10 value, when you spend $15 or more at convenience, grocery or retail stores -- Go to http://babbel.com/superbeast to get 55% off your Babbel subscription. -- Go to http://greenchef.com/60superbeast and use code 60superbeast to get 60% off plus free shipping. Dad Needs Those 10 Minutes Alone In The Car Armored Core 6: Lab Is Life Starfield: SpaceRim UMVC3 Community Edition: Your Favs Are Confirmed Parents Under The Bus Watch us record the podcast live on twitch.tv/castlesuperbeast   Saints Row Developer Volition Shut Down by Embracer Group. Historic studio behind Descent, Freepsace 2, and other classics dated back to mid-90s. >logs on to the bomb rush cyberfunk discord >they've figured out a multiplayer mod already A.K.I. slithers into Street Fighter 6 on September 27 Final Fantasy XVI – two paid DLCs and PC version in development; free update now available SAG-AFTRA Gears Up For Possible Strike Against Video Game Industry As Board Approves Authorization Vote By Guild Membership UMVC3 Community Edition Reveal Trailer

The Flock Podcast
Blanchard's League

The Flock Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 90:14


This week the gang talks about Starfield, Kingdom Hearts, Final Fantasy XVI, Blasphemous, and more!Our intro is remixed by Poison FrogFollow us on Instagram Watch us play games live on Bob, Connor, & Dewey Leave us a voicemail at (804) 286-0626 and consider supporting us through our Patreon Check out the Discord! News Links: PSP Release Date PlayStation+ Increasing Price Volition Games Mario Wonder Direct Front Mission 2 Remake Release Date 

Pixelania Podcast
Podcast 513 de Pixelania

Pixelania Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 160:17


Semana llena de información de videojuegos, Nintendo muestra a Super Mario Wonder y mucho más. Estos fueron algunos de los temas más importantes tratados en el programa. Todo sobre el Nintendo Direct de Super Mario Wonder. Beyond Good and Evil regresará pronto. Lo nuevo de Final Fantasy VII: Ever Crisis. Los DLC de pago de Final Fantasy XVI. Conozcan a A.K.I. la nueva peleadora de Street Fighter. Los juegos gratis de PlayStation Plus y su aumento de precio. ATLUS anunciará novedades muy pronto. Conozcan la Lenovo Legion GO. The Elder Scrolls 6 ya está en desarollo. Gumbrella ya tiene fecha de lanzamiento. Fecha para el PlayStation Portal. La reseña de esta semana es Baldur's Gate III.   Que disfruten el programa.

Checkpoint Chat
Episode 232 - Painting the Sistine Chapel

Checkpoint Chat

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2023 93:26


This week on Checkpoint Chat, we venture into the vast unknown with initial impressions of Bethesda's latest IP, Starfield. Then, Matthew has finally finished Final Fantasy XVI, so we dive deep into the game's many highs and few lows in a spoiler-filled review. Follow Checkpoint Chat on... Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChat Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchat -- SHOW NOTES -- 00:00:00​ - Podcast production gone wrong (INSTANT RESULTS) 00:12:05 - We've barely scratched the surface of Starfield 00:31:32 - But we have played the heck out of Final Fantasy XVI 00:50:12 - Games out this week 00:52:59 - All the latest gaming news 01:20:55 - Your lovely listener questions #gamingpodcast #gaming #gamingreview #gamingnews

DroppedFrames
Dropped Frames Episode 363

DroppedFrames

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 169:34


Cohh is traveling through space and Zeke is (hopefully!) doing alright out in Burning Man this week so JP brought in some ringers: DansGaming & Strippin to chat about our time with Starfield. Then we get into some news with Final Fantasy XVI announcing 2 new DLCs, DOTA 2 punishing smurf accounts, PS+ going up in price, Volition shutting down, SAG-AFTRA expanding their strike to the games industry and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Was It Good?
Was the Summer of 2023 Good?| 276

Was It Good?

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 69:32


We're reviewing the Summer of 2023! We're talking Barbie, Oppenheimer, Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning, Silo, Hijack, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem, Secret Invasion, Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, The Bear, Blue Beetle, Baldur's Gate 3, Final Fantasy XVI, Black Mirror, Star Wars: Ahsoka, and so much more! Website: wasitgood.info YouTube: youtube.com/wasitgood 00:00 - Intro 02:50 - One Word impression 16:30 - Movies we were excited for  30:30 - TV show we were excited for  38:00 - Did we watch our obscure thing?  43:30 - Bold predictions revisited  47:00 - Favorite movie of the summer  49:00 - Favorite TV show of the summer  52:00 - Favorite video game of the summer  62:00 - Biggest surprise of the summer  65:30 - Was it good?

But Why Tho? the podcast
INTERVIEW: Bringing Final Fantasy XVI with the Voice Cast and Localization Director

But Why Tho? the podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 33:21


Final Fantasy XVI, the latest addition to the storied Square Enix franchise, is a large and beautiful world with complex and dynamic characters. At PAX West 2023, we sat down with Localization Director Michael-Christopher Koji Fox, and some of the voices behind beloved characters, including Clive Rosfield (Ben Starr), Margrace (Jonathan Case), and Benedikta Harman (Nina Yndis) to discuss what it's like joining the legacy of such a special franchise, the skill involved with voice acting, and how the unique way that Final Fantasy XVI's localization allowed the game's actors the freedom to explore and create the characters alongside the localization team. 

Make Me A Gamer
Make Me A Gamer Minute #4: Final Fantasy XVI and Octopath Traveler 2

Make Me A Gamer

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 17:31


It's another solo episode! This one is slightly more than bite-size but still less than a full meal as Atma talks about Final Fantasy XVI and Octopath Traveler 2 - the one they think is better may surprise you! Give it a listen and enjoy your (possible) holiday weekend! Make Me A Gamer on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/MakeMeAPodcast E-Mail Us at: makemeagamerpodcast@gmail.com Discord: https://discord.gg/xNVvTSB As always, thank you so much for listening and please leave us ratings and feedback however you're listening to our podcast! Please stay safe out there and get vaccinated!

Podcast – Outside is Overrated
Final Fantasy XVI and Trading Card Game - Outside is Overrated Episode 64

Podcast – Outside is Overrated

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 176:27


In this episode, we discuss the Final Fantasy Trading Card Game and Final Fantasy XVI.  9:46 - Final Fantasy Trading Card Game 51:29 - Tom Awesome's Top 5 Coolest Non-Standard Final Fantasy Summons 1:09:41 - Final Fantasy XVI 2:43:11 - Spolier Discussion Outside is Overrated is presented by Premier Health. Thank you for listening! Please support OiO on Patreon. Contributions start at $2 a month. Download and subscribe to OiO wherever you get your podcasts. Connect with us on facebook, twitter or email. Music courtesy of: http://www.bensound.com/royalty-free-music. 

Pelaajacast
322: Starfield, Armored Core VI ja Final Fantasy XVI (feat. Miika Huttunen)

Pelaajacast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 131:49


The man, the myth, the legend, eli Miika Huttunen vierailee tuoreessa Pelaajacastissa! Tiedossa on siis Destiny-huumaa, keskustelua uutuuspeli Starfieldistä, sekä tietenkin turinaa Baldur's Gate 3:sta. Liity Pelaajacastin Spotify-jäseneksi! Liity Pelaajacastin YouTube-jäseneksi!

8-4 Play
8-4 Play 9/1/2023: 24 MINUTES

8-4 Play

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 74:46


The regular crew is back, and just in time to miss another Nintendo Direct! Mario Wonder will have to wait, but in the meantime, we've got The Making of Karateka, Shadowgate 64, updates on Vampire Survivors and FF16, and all the not-so-latest news as the countdown to Tokyo Game Show begins... Time – Topic Discussed: 00:41 – Nicknames 07:02 – Shadowgate 64 (with spoilers!) 13:39 – The Making of Karateka 25:08 – We haven't played Armored Core VI 31:21 – Vampire Survivors 34:14 – Final Fantasy XVI 40:34 – News: PlayStation Portal, Charles Martinet, and more!

Pulsa Start
El repasito del verano con RealJotaEme

Pulsa Start

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 72:02


Llega septiembre y vuelve Pulsa Start con una importante novedad, los jueves por la noceha a sl 22:00 haremos un repaso semanal en Twitch junto a @RealJotaEme de las noticias, novedades y de lo que hemos estado jugando y que podréis escuchar al día siguiente en Cuonda.  En este repaso hablamos de Diablo IV, Final Fantasy XVI, Prey, Hollow Knight, Resident Evil 4 Remake y de lo que está por venir en las próximas semanas y meses.  Podéis ver el directo (en diferido) en mi canal de Twitch (https://www.twitch.tv/alejandro_marquino) y apoyar el proyecto en www.patreon.com/alejandromarquino Hazte mecenas y apóyame en Patreon Sigue a @a_marquino en Twitter.

Super Amibos
SAC 379 - Quake II Remastered, Final Fantasy XVI, Curb Your Enthusiasm

Super Amibos

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2023 110:36


SAC, o podcast de games e cultura pop do Super Amibos. Neste episódio: 00:00:00 - Introdução 00:04:44 - Quake II Remastered 00:33:30 - Final Fantasy XVI 01:10:38 - Curb Your Enthusiasm (Segure a Onda)

The Weekly Stuff Podcast with Jonathan Lack & Sean Chapman
The Weekly Stuff #475 - Armored Core VI, Genshin Impact 4.0, Jonathan's Sword Art Online Adventures & More!

The Weekly Stuff Podcast with Jonathan Lack & Sean Chapman

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 115:13


We're back after a month away with a “How I Spent My Summer Vacation” catch-up episode, and it's quite the grab bag! Sean gives impressions of some recent video games including Armored Core VI and the 4.0 Fontaine update of Genshin Impact, while Jonathan tells us about unexpectedly becoming a fan of Sword Art Online while researching his dissertation, and walks us through the giant stack of movies he watched over the last week of summer, from a few Michael Mann classics on 4K Blu-ray to the re-release of Park Chan-wook's Oldboy in theaters. More discussion of Final Fantasy XVI and a discussion of the great Arleen Sorkin, originator of Harley Quinn who passed away over the weekend, round out the episode. Enjoy! Time Chart:Intro: 0:00:00 – 0:06:20Arleen Sorkin: 0:06:20 – 0:11:30Final Fantasy XVI: 0:11:30 – 0:20:57 Jonathan's Sword Art Online Adventures: 0:20:57 – 0:52:56Genshin Impact 4.0: 0:52:56 – 1:09:01Jonathan's Movie Madness: 1:09:01 – 1:35:51Armored Core VI: 1:35:51 – 1:55:22 Support the show at Ko-fi ☕️ https://ko-fi.com/weeklystuffSubscribe to JAPANIMATION STATION, our sister series about the wide, wacky world of anime: https://www.youtube.com/c/japanimationstation  Explore our archives and subscribe to The Weekly Stuff Podcast on all podcasting platforms:https://weeklystuffpodcast.comFollow The Weekly Stuff Wordcast newsletter for regular updates and extra content! https://weeklystuff.substack.comEnding music by Thomas Lack https://www.thomaslack.com/ 

State of the Arc Podcast
The Ultimate Myth | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep. 11) | State of the Arc Podcast

State of the Arc Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 139:09


Ultima and Mythos make a Final Fantasy in more ways than one. Now that we've beat the game we can talk about it! Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!

Delco Nerd Network
Final Fantasy XVI | The DNN Hot Take

Delco Nerd Network

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2023 91:57


Review of Final Fantasy XVI (2023) Host: Chris Trio & Anthony Ragucci Guest: Jess Scharnagle Follow Jess! https://twitter.com/JessScharnagle?s=20 Join our community! https://discord.gg/jUqBvC9Fmx Watch us live on twitch at twitch.tv/delconerdnetwork! Follow Us! https://www.flow.page/delconerds Lower Thirds By Alejandro Hernandez https://alejandrojhernandez.com Table by House of Me https://www.instagram.com/thehouseof_me/?hl=en https://www.athomewithelm.com/

A Novel Console
Games and Stuff: Final Fantasy XVI

A Novel Console

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 135:27


This week on A Novel Console, Chris is joined on his Games and Stuff series by Nick from Friday Night Gamecast to talk Final Fantasy XVI. They dive into their likes and dislikes, characters, story moments and have a very entertaining Final Fantasy discussion. This episode contains major plot spoilers for Final Fantasy VXI.FNGC Pod: https://linktr.ee/fridaynightgamecastYou can contact us at:anovelconsole@gmail.comFacebook.com/anovelconsoleTwitter.com/anovelconsoleInstagram: @anovelconsolePatreon.com/anovelconsoleOther Streaming Platforms:anovelconsole.carrd.coSupport the show

The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook
Final Fantasy XVI Actor Ben Starr

The AIAS Game Maker's Notebook

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 95:42


Austin Wintory chats with actor Ben Starr, who played the lead role of Clive Rosfield in the latest entry to the Final Fantasy series, Final Fantasy XVI. Together they discuss how he started acting and his early love of video games; his thought process behind when getting into character and bringing the writing to life; the psychological toll of performance art; and the difficult but freeing process of acting for video games. The Game Maker's Notebook is sponsored by Xsolla. To learn more, go to xsolla.pro/AOIAAS. Follow us:  Twitter Instagram Watch this episode on our Youtube channel.

GigaBoots Podcasts
The Most AAA (Derogatory) Final Fantasy | Forced Feedback: Final Fantasy XVI #Sponsored

GigaBoots Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2023 90:56


Game Code Provided by Square Enix! If you like this video then check out other episodes of Forced Feedback or GigaBoots Spoilercasts. Forced Feedback Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEYpxkra_EM&list=PLQ8UAZp_byp_TEYs2VFaLTuvYcDQacY3S&index=2&ab_channel=GigaBoots Spoilercasts: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQ8UAZp_byp9jGAujkQLSjdIKy8LS9p_v Become a podlord or normal patron today! http://www.patreon.com/GBPodcasts RSS Feed: https://gbpods.podbean.com/ GigaBoots' Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gigaboots Kris Wolfheart's Twitter: https://twitter.com/kriswolfheart Dr. Aggro's Twitter: https://twitter.com/draggro GB Fan Discord: https://discord.gg/XAGcxBk GB Main Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/gigaboots Music List (in order of appearance): Spanky's Quest - Garden (GB Custom Mix) Star Fox - Training Dragon Seeds - Virtual Training Killer7 - Russian Roulette Ridge Racer Type-4 - Pearl Blue Soul Ridge Racer Type-4 - On Your Way Neo Turf Masters CD - Grand Canyon Golf Course USA Castlevania Rondo of Blood - Ghost Ship Mega Man 8 - Ice Stage Ehrgeiz - Continental Train (CD) Ridge Racer Type-4 - Motor Species FFXI PlayOnline - 12 Dolphin The 7th Saga - Battle in a World of Light Ridge Racer Type-4 - Your Vibe Donkey Kong Country 2 - Stickerbrush Symphony Knuckles Chaotix - Door Into Summer Legend of Legaia - Battle Theme Mega Man 8 - Forest Stage Mega Man 8 - Underwater Stage Mighty No. 9 - Beyond the Watery Vortex Mighty No. 9 - Crimson Stronghold RESOGUN - Exitium Namco Museum - Dig Dug Room Namco Museum (Vol 3) - Museum Namco Museum (Vol 5) - Museum Parasite Eve - Out of Phase Azure Dreams - Hero's House The Bouncer - Nervousness The Bouncer - Leann Caldwell Yuu Yuu Hakusho Makyou Toitsusen - Smiling Bomb Castlevania Rondo of Blood - Picture of a Ghost Ship Bionic Commando Rearmed - Main Theme (area 01, 03, 04, 07) Shadow of the Beast (Turbo CD) - 02 Eerie Forest #FF16 #Review #Spoiler

The Plugged In Show
Episode 196: How Pop Culture, Entertainment, and Technology Are Shaping Girls Growing Up Today, plus

The Plugged In Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2023 47:02


Between magazines, popular entertainment, and social media, girls today receive a mixed bag of cultural messages on body image, behavioral expectations, and their place in the world. The Plugged In team examines those messages and offers steps for parents to speak truth into their daughters' lives. Adam Holz then speaks with Bob Hoose about the newest fantasy video game Final Fantasy XVI.   Receive the book Parenting Generation Screen for your donation of any amount!   Connect with us! www.ThePluggedInShow.com Connect on Facebook Find us on Instagram EMAIL: team@thepluggedinshow.com PHONE: 800-A-FAMILY (800-262-3459)   Read the full review: ·      Game of Thrones ·      The Witcher ·      Legally Blonde ·      Star Wars: The Force Awakens ·      Final Fantasy XVI Focus on the Family Counseling Services and Referrals Find Out More about Brio Magazine for Teen Girls How You Can Make Wise Entertainment Choices for Your Family   Explore the Plugged In Tech Guide   We'd love to hear from you! Visit our Homepage to leave us a voicemail.   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

State of the Arc Podcast
The World Turns To Ash | Final Fantasy XVI Analysis (Ep.10) | State Of The Arc Podcast

State of the Arc Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 110:26


Yep, that was a Pokemon The Movie reference... Okay, so now we're going to the continent of Ash to see if we can kill Barnabas there. Vivian stans speak up, I cannot stand her. Leave a comment if you feel so inclined. Thanks for watching!

Nerds Without Pants
Spoils Final Fantasy XVI

Nerds Without Pants

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 314:48


Well, here we are at last! It’s the special episode of Nerds Without Pants that no one asked for, but Julian and Justin needed to record. We’re joined by special guest Xavier Kreiger to talk all about Final Fantasy XVI from beginning to end. This is a spoilercast that reveals the ending in the first ten seconds of the show. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. We begin by asking Xavier about his overall thoughts about the game, especially the mechanics since we already covered our thoughts about that at length in the main show over the past few weeks. After that we go through the story point by point. While we’re all pretty down on the story overall we definitely take the time to highlight the moments and characters that really work for us. This is all punctuated with a myriad of clips and songs from the game to drive the bigger points home. We hope you enjoy, because this was a ton of work to put together! Twitter: @NWPcast Email: NWPcast@gmail.com Our theme song “Relax” and interstitial tracks “To the Maxx” and “Moody Grooves” are written and performed by Megan McDuffee.

8-4 Play
8-4 Play 8/18/2023: SUMMER BROKE

8-4 Play

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2023 73:47


Everyone's off sipping Mai Tais from their fancy pool floats or whatever, but time waits for no one in the podcast world, so join our little skeleton crew along with new challenger Sami as we talk Vampire Survivors co-op, Honkai Star Rail, FF16, and more!   Time – Topic Discussed: 00:50 – Nicknames 10:33 – Vampire Survivors 16:34 – Honkai Star Rail 32:32 – Final Fantasy XVI 38:02 – Persona 3 55:12 – Listener Q&A and some News!

Sacred Symbols: A PlayStation Podcast

Is PlayStation doing well? It's easy to answer "yes" after reading Sony's recent quarterly financial reports, which shows exploding levels of revenue, with a lower-than-expected profit margin scaring markets (even as the Japanese behemoth remains in the black). Then again, that something as relatively cheap as Bungie's acquisition could in part affect the firm's wider earnings is a sign that Sony simply isn't on the level of its competition when it comes to purchasing power, and thus it needs to be more deliberate and cautious. Should we be worried about PlayStation's trajectory, specifically with a seeming dearth of known first and second party games beyond Spider-Man 2 and Helldivers 2? Heck, did Final Fantasy XVI undersell after all, potentially fracturing their relationship with Square Enix? As usual, we've much to discuss. Other news this week includes an analysis of Rockstar's questionable Red Dead Redemption PS4 port, controversy surrounding PSVR2, Twisted Metal's excellent performance on Peacock, and much more. Listener inquiries wrap things up, as usual. Should we tip our cap to Fortnite for a job well done? Are Nintendo's recent patents a step too far for game development? Why do some people think Starfield will fail when it's obvious it won't? Will Colin survive hearing a list of his perceived worst takes? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices