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Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz dives deep into Kirby Air Riders on Nintendo Switch 2. Directed by Masahiro Sakurai, this exclusive sequel to the 2003 GameCube classic launched November 20, 2025, as a complete, non-live-service title with no DLC planned. Post-launch support ends soon after a final balance patch following Version 1.2.0, which adjusted every kart, one rider, and fixed bugs. Sakurai confirmed the team will disband, aiming for lasting balance.Sales show regional contrasts: Japan dominated with #1 retail debut at 195,594 physical copies (Famitsu), strong Week 2 performance, and top eShop rankings fueled by Kirby loyalty and heavy marketing. US digital charts placed it high alongside major titles, reflecting digital strength. UK/Europe lagged at #12 boxed launch, impacted by $70 pricing, large download, crowded window, and spin-off positioning.Early global estimates exceed 300,000 units, projecting 2-4 million lifetime—surpassing the original's 1.35 million. Featuring 20+ riders/machines, 18 tracks, modes like City Trial (16-player online), Road Trip roguelike, and 750 challenges, it earned solid reviews (Metacritic 78, user 9.0) for depth and multiplayer. Analytic Dreamz explores market signals for Switch 2 spin-offs. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Liebes Publikum! Wir öffnen wieder die Deathmatch-Arena! Vier gehen rein, einer kommt raus! Thunderdome! Thunderdome!! THUNDERDOME!!! Zum dritten Mal probieren wir eine angenehm wilde Podcast-Idee: Sebastian, Dom, Jochen und Géraldine haben sich jeweils ein Spiel nach Vorgabe ausgesucht und erst wird diese Auswahl diskutiert, dann wird sie gespielt. Erst kurz, dann länger und am Ende sogar durch – oder zumindest echt weit. Der Clou: Nach jeder Runde fliegt ein Kandidat raus. Die Vorgabe in dieser Folge: Das Spiel darf nicht mehr als 50 Punkte bei Metacritic haben. Wir schicken also Schrott ins Rennen – oder ist am Ende doch ein verkanntes Juwel dabei? Viel Spaß bei dieser Sendung! Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Runde 1 00:29:36 - Runde 2 01:24:13 - Runde 3 02:23:13 - Runde 4 - Finale Jetzt Abonnent werden: https://www.gamespodcast.de In dieser Folge zu hören: Sebastian Stange, Dom Schott, Jochen Redinger & Géraldine Hohmann

This week, we review The Poseidon Adventure (1972), Ronald Neame's genre-defining disaster epic packed with peril, faith, and survival. Gene Hackman leads an all-star cast—including Ernest Borgnine, Shelley Winters, and Red Buttons—as a group of passengers trapped aboard an upside-down luxury liner after it's struck by a massive rogue wave on New Year's Eve. As the ship floods and crumbles, the survivors must fight their way to safety through fiery corridors and rising waters. Blending suspense, spectacle, and human drama, the film explores themes of leadership, sacrifice, and belief under pressure.Is survival a matter of faith or just swimming against the tide? Listen on to find out!Movie 5293 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

*** Enregistré le 21 décembre 2025 *** Les meilleurs et les pires jeux de chaque studio selon Metacritic avec Éric Lajoie, animateur de l'émission Les Geeks Contre-Attaquent. Informations complémentaires : Arcade Québec sur CKRL (89.1) : https://www.ckrl.qc.ca/fr/emissions/magazine/arcade-quebec Arcade Québec sur Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLn1d-5sW745B6TzAgGtEiQ Arcade Québec sur Twitch : twitch.tv/arcadeqc Avec : Stéphane Goulet (@pinponey) Guillaume Duplain (@gyom999) Jeff Dion (@JF_dion) Suivez-nous : arcadequebec.com facebook.com/arcadequebec x : @arcadeqc twitch.tv/arcadeqc patreon : Arcade Québec Merci !!!!!! #arcadeqc #arcadequebec

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This week, we review Gremlins (1984), Joe Dante's darkly comic Christmas horror classic that blends creature-feature chaos with suburban satire. Zach Galligan stars as Billy, a small-town teen whose mysterious new pet, Gizmo, comes with three simple rules—rules that, once broken, unleash a horde of mischievous monsters on his hometown. With its mix of practical effects, slapstick violence, and eerie holiday cheer, the film explores themes of consumerism, responsibility, and the unintended consequences of curiosity.Is Gremlins a cautionary tale wrapped in tinsel or just pure festive mayhem? Listen on to find out!Movie 5183 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Er Metroid tilbage?Metroid Prime 4: Beyond er et førstepersons action-metroidvania-spil udviklet af Retro Studios og udgivet af Nintendo. Metroid Prime-serien er en spin-off-serie til Metroid-serien. Hvordan kender du forskel på dem, tænker du sikkert? Metroid-serien består af 2D-sidescrollers, mens Metroid Prime er førstepersons 3D.Hvad begge serier dog har til fælles, er, at de er blandt de mest indflydelsesrige spilserier i spilindustrien. De første Metroid-spil var med til at skabe genren metroidvania, og Metroid Prime overførte genren til 3D.På trods af aldrig for alvor at have slået igennem salgsmæssigt (intet Metroid-spil har solgt mere end 4 mio. eksemplarer) er serien elsket af spilindustrien og fans verden over.Indtil nu har der været tre Metroid Prime-spil, og alle har en Metacritic-score på 90 eller derover. Men det er 18 år siden, at det seneste Metroid Prime-spil udkom, nemlig Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, som udkom i 2007 til Nintendo Wii.Forventningerne til et fjerde spil er derfor skyhøje, men udviklingen har været en kompliceret rejse. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond blev annonceret til Nintendo Switch under E3 i 2017. Oprindeligt skulle spillet udvikles af Bandai Namco, men Nintendo var ikke tilfredse med produktet, og i 2019 gav de tøjlerne tilbage til Retro Studios, som også udviklede de tidligere Metroid Prime-spil.Har Retro Studios formået at genskabe Metroid-magien? Og er der stadig grund til at spille som dusørjægeren Samus Aran?I denne episode deltager Mark Elsberg, Nicolaj Jyde og Morten Urup.Tusind tak, fordi du lytter med.

This week, we review Anaconda (1997), Luis Llosa's action-packed jungle horror-thriller that slithers into creature feature territory with a monstrous appetite. Jennifer Lopez and Ice Cube star as members of a documentary film crew who find themselves hunted by a giant, man-eating snake deep in the Amazon rainforest. With Jon Voight delivering an unforgettably unhinged performance as a snake-obsessed poacher, the film blends campy suspense, jungle survival, and B-movie terror into a cult classic adventure.Is Anaconda a cold-blooded classic or just a hiss-terical misfire? Listen on to find out!Movie 15015 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Hollow Knight: Silksong sold over seven million copies in three months, excluding Xbox Game Pass players. Team Cherry announced a free Sea of Sorrow expansion for release next year and a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition launching in 2026 with enhanced performance, free for existing Switch owners. The game set records with over half a million concurrent Steam players and 4.5 million wishlists, and received a Metacritic score of 90. Silksong earned multiple nominations at the 2026 New York Game Awards, including Best Indie Game of the Year, while Nintendo led publisher nominations.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0xoMZovIkcccO2abuQjoZ5?si=TZydOsOERI6hRatll5JDOQLinktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this exclusive Notorious Mass Effect segment, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into his all-time favorite game, Mass Effect 2—a masterpiece of sci-fi gaming available only to NME+ subscribers.Analytic Dreamz explores why BioWare's 2010 action RPG sequel remains legendary: revived Commander Shepard assembles a diverse squad for a desperate suicide mission against the Collectors. Improved third-person shooter combat, deep loyalty missions, branching Paragon/Renegade choices, romances, and permadeath consequences create unparalleled player impact. Imported saves from Mass Effect 1 carry over decisions, enhancing replayability in this 25-40 hour single-player epic.Critically acclaimed with a 96/100 Metacritic score, winning Game of the Year awards, and praised for unforgettable characters, voice acting, and cinematic storytelling. Originally on Xbox 360, PC, and PS3, it's now enhanced in the Mass Effect Legendary Edition with 4K visuals and all DLC included.Join Analytic Dreamz as he breaks down the plot, gameplay refinements, squad dynamics, and enduring legacy of this iconic title.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Medverkande i detta julavsnitt är: Fredrik, Poki, Jesper, Danny och Mattias.Fyra deltagare - mängder av spel! Temat är spel som släppts under detta år! Spel som våra deltagare ska gissa Metascore för! Det vill säga vad för snittbetyg de fick på  metacritic.com. Ibland lätt, ibland svårt... men överlag överraskande! Temat är på jul- och/eller juletider där referenserna kan vara oerhört långsökta och ibland lite väl rak på sak.I slutänden handlar det om att ha kul. Vi har kul åtminstone... och förhoppningsvis har ni det med när ni lyssnar!Hoppas att ni fann det roligt! Vem vet kanske ni kunde många av spelens metascore utantill?Ha nu en riktigt god jul och ett gott nytt år!Kom med i vår Discord här! - Nördliv på iTunes – Nördliv på Spotify

Et comeback for narrative adventure-spil?Dispatch er et episodisk adventure-spil udviklet og udgivet af AdHoc Studio i samarbejde med Critical Role. Dispatch er en såkaldt workplace comedy og foregår i et univers, hvor det at have superkræfter er helt almindeligt. Superhelte - og skurke for den sags skyld - er derfor en naturlig del af almindelige menneskers dagligdag.Du spiller som Robert Robertsen, og selvom du ikke har superkræfter, er du stadig en superhelt. Du er nemlig Mecha Man og har en stor mechdragt, som du har arvet efter din far. Men dragten går i stykker, og for at få råd til at reparere den tager du et arbejde hos firmaet Superhero Dispatch Network, også kaldet SDN. Her skal du styre et hold af tidligere superskurke, som nu forsøger at bruge deres kræfter til det gode.Tænk The Suicide Squad, hvor du er Amanda Waller - og hvis den reference er for abstrakt for dig, så tænk på dig selv som teknisk support for en superhelt.Dispatch er et narrativt spil, hvor dine valg har konsekvenser - ligesom man kender det fra tidligere Telltale-spil såsom The Walking Dead og The Wolf Among Us. Og det er en rigtig god reference, for AdHoc Studio er grundlagt af nøglepersoner fra netop Telltale Games. AdHoc Studio blev grundlagt tilbage i 2018, og Dispatch er deres første spil. Men snart udkommer de også med den længe ventede sæson 2 af The Wolf Among Us.Dispatch har et stjernecast med blandt andet legender inde for stemmeskuespil, Aaron Paul (Jesse Pinkman i Breaking Bad, Tobey Marshall i Need for Speed), Jeffrey Wright (Isaac Dixon i The Last of Us Part II, Bernard Lowe i Westworld), Matthew Mercer (Ganondorf i The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom, Cassidy i Overwatch), og Laura Bailey (Abby Anderson i The Last of Us Part II, Jaina Proudmoore i World of Warcraft) Samt YouTubere og influencere som Charles White / MoistCr1TiKaL, Seán McLoughlin / Jacksepticeye, og Joel Haver. Spillet har allerede solgt langt bedre end forventet. I den første måned har spillet solgt mere end 2 mio. eksemplarer og står til på tre måneder at sælge det, AdHoc Studio håbede at sælge på tre år. Derudover har spillet også fået rigtig gode anmeldelser og har i skrivende stund en score på 89 på Metacritic. Men er spillet nu også så godt, som rygtet siger? Alt det og meget mere skal vi finde ud af nu!I denne episode deltager Jacob Ege Hinchely, Felix Sanchez, Mikkel Juel Gregersen, Kasper Hansen og Morten Urup.Tusind tak, fordi du lytter med.

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Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz breaks down Activision's seismic Call of Duty pivot announced December 9, 2025: No more back-to-back Modern Warfare or Black Ops releases after MWII (2022)/MWIII (2023) and BO6 (2024)/BO7 (2025, launched November 14). Triggered by BO7's mixed reviews (Metacritic 67, Steam "Mixed" 40-43% positive), Europe sales down 63% vs Battlefield 6 (7M+ copies in 3 days, Oct 2025) and 50%+ vs BO6, franchise fatigue from "slop" complaints, AI art backlash. Quote: “We will drive innovation that is meaningful, not incremental” for annual releases with unique experiences, original titles over sequels/remakes, Nintendo Switch expansion via Microsoft deal. BO7 gets unprecedented Season 1 support, free Multiplayer/Zombies trial next week + Double XP. Amid $35B+ franchise revenue since 2005, competition from Battlefield 6 (best-selling 2025 shooter) and Arc Raiders (4M+ sales), Activision vows to overdeliver, restore trust with polished content, flexible rotations (e.g., 2026 non-BO). Analytic Dreamz analyzes roadmap shift, fan backlash, sales stats, and 2026+ implications for COD fans.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Metroid Prime 4 has generated a lot of excitement, with fans eagerly awaiting its release. On Metacritic, early impressions and reviews highlight the game's stunning visuals, immersive gameplay, and faithful continuation of the Metroid Prime series, though some critics note the challenge in living up to its predecessors. Meanwhile, Nintendo's acquisition of Bandai Namco marks a significant move in the gaming industry, potentially expanding Nintendo's portfolio with Bandai Namco's popular franchises and development expertise. Additionally, Steam's announcement of the Steam Machine console aims to bring PC gaming into the living room, blending the flexibility of PC games with console-style convenience, which could shake up the gaming hardware market. These developments together suggest a dynamic period ahead for gamers and the industry alike. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Support the podcast on Cash App: https://cash.app/$2BGPodcast Join our Discord Server! https://discord.gg/GbE3FA9ExC Listen to our episodes live on Kick! https://kick.com/2brothersgaming Listen to our episodes live on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNS1AE-B-hU_Lsx5Lb5UBnA Follow Us On Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61567044685707&mibextid=LQQJ4d Watch us play games on Twitch! https://m.twitch.tv/2brothersgamingpodcast Here is Ashton's (armoury987) personal Twitch Channel https://www.twitch.tv/armoury987 Here is Ryland's (Quixs) personal Twitch Channel https://twitch.tv/Quiixxss Here is Ashton's (armoury987) personal Kick Account https://kick.com/armoury987 Here is Ryland's (Quixs) personal Kick Account https://Kick.com/Quixs Here is Ashton's (armoury987) personal YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/@armoury987 Here is Ryland's (Quixs) personal YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@Quixs Here is our merch on RedBubble 2BrothersGaming.redbubble.com Here is our merch on Printify https://2-brothers-gaming-merch.printify.me/ Here is our merch on Tee-public http://tee.pub/lic/2bgpodcast Here is our Flowpage https://www.flowcode.com/page/2brothersgaming Music: Credit to https://www.FesliyanStudios.com for the background music. - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Sources: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond ReviewsMetacritichttps://www.metacritic.com › game › metroid-prime-4-b... Nintendo Buying Bandai Namco Studio That Co ...IGNhttps://www.ign.com › articles › nintendo-buying-bandai... Valve Announces Next-Gen Steam Machine, Says ... - IGNIGNhttps://www.ign.com › articles › valve-announces-next-g...

Welcome to Episode 149 of Nintendo Therapy! This week Kevin, Harrison, and Shawn dive into the launch buzz surrounding Metroid Prime 4, tackling the ongoing Amiibo controversy, gameplay impressions, soundtrack debates, and the mixed critical reception landing the game around the low-80s on Metacritic. Kevin shares his thoughts on how Nintendo can better balance Amiibo value, Harrison weighs in on the internet discourse surrounding reviews and expectations, and Shawn offers early impressions on the visuals, controls, and overall feel of Prime on Switch 2—even as he explores other pickups like the Red Dead Redemption upgrade and Marvel Cosmic Invasion. We also discuss what the future of the Metroid franchise could look like and whether Prime cements the series as a permanent 3D staple.#NintendoTherapy #MetroidPrime4 #Amiibo #Switch2 #NintendoPodcast #GamingDiscussionIn our spotlight segment, we celebrate the legendary Soulcalibur II—a genre-defining 3D fighter with razor-sharp combat, massive appeal, and one of gaming's most beloved crossovers: Link on GameCube. From accessible mechanics and unforgettable Weapon Master mode to its place in early 2000s gaming culture, we break down why this classic remains a fan favorite and how its legacy still resonates today. Plus, we touch on Shawn's longtime love for the series and what Nintendo's relationship with Soulcalibur has looked like over the years.#SoulcaliburII #LinkInSoulCalibur #RetroGaming #FightingGames #NintendoHistory #SidepanelNetwork

Press XJoin the Press X Discord: https://discord.gg/MAXtvmv2rwTopics:Metroid Prime 4: Beyond debuts to 81 Metacritic score https://www.metacritic.com/game/metroid-prime-4-beyond/Nintendo will purchase Bandai Namco Singapore Studios, rename it Nintendo Singapore Studios https://www.nintendo.co.jp/corporate/release/en/2025/251127.htmlMore context for the purchase https://www.gamefile.news/p/nintendo-buys-five-companies-in-five-yearsNew Dead Rising Game Reportedly in Development, Now Set in Hollywood https://mp1st.com/news/new-dead-rising-game-development-set-in-hollywoodEidos Montreal Was Reportedly Working on a Legacy of Kain Reboot Before Embracer Buyout https://insider-gaming.com/legacy-of-kain-reboot-eidos-montreal/“Sonic Universe Event Film” Set for December 22, 2028 https://variety.com/2025/film/news/sonic-spinoff-movie-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-live-action-film-2028-release-dates-1236596459/God of War has a two-season order at Amazon https://deadline.com/2025/12/god-of-war-frederick-eo-toye-production-casting-2-season-order-1236630007/Mina the Hollower needs to be a hit for Yacht Club Games - Bloomberg Link Questions from Discord: Brett L goes to Discord

This week, we review Rocky IV (1985), Sylvester Stallone's Cold War-era sports drama and the most gloriously over-the-top entry in the Rocky franchise. Stallone returns as the iconic underdog Rocky Balboa, who steps into the ring against Ivan Drago, a seemingly unstoppable Soviet powerhouse played by Dolph Lundgren.Fueled by vengeance, patriotism, and a synth-heavy soundtrack, this film pits East vs. West in a boxing match that's less about sport and more about global stakes. With a training montage for the ages and a robot butler to boot, Rocky IV punches hard on themes of grief, redemption, and international rivalry.Is it about throwing hands or throwing in the towel on diplomacy? Listen on to find out!Movie 14530 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepod

Et narrativt powerhouse?1000xRESIST er et adventure-spil udviklet af indiestudiet Sunset Visitor og udgivet af Fellow Traveller Games. Spillet foregår i en postapokalyptisk verden, hvor en fremmed race kaldet The Occupants har spredt en dødelig sygdom, der har dræbt næsten hele menneskeheden.De eneste, der er tilbage, er en lang række kloner af Iris Kwan: En kvinde, der var immun over for sygdommen, hvorfor regeringen desperat forsøgte at finde en kur gennem hende, så de kunne redde menneskeheden. Det gjorde de blandt andet ved at klone hende, og i fremtiden, hvor spillet foregår, er et lille samfund bygget op udelukkende af Iris' kloner.Du spiller som Watcher, og din opgave er at genopleve Iris' minder og finde ud af, hvad der er sket - og vigtigst af alt, hvorfor. Men det bliver hurtigt tydeligt, at alt ikke er, som man tror.1000xRESIST udkom oprindeligt i 2024 til PC og Nintendo Switch. Spillet blev rost til skyerne af kritikere, har en Metacritic-score på 86. Det er særligt blevet fremhævet for sin skildring af traumer, tro og magt - samt ikke mindst identitet.Nu er spillet udkommet på PS5 og Xbox Series, og det har givet os anledning til at anmelde det her i Arkaden. Men er 1000xRESIST virkelig så godt, som rygtet siger? I denne episode deltager Jacob Ege Hinchely, Anders Isaksen og Morten Urup.Tusind tak, fordi du lytter med.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz delivers the ultimate breakdown of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment in this packed Notorious Mass Effect segment. The Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive from Koei Tecmo dropped November 6, 2025 as the first fully canonical Zelda Musou prequel to Tears of the Kingdom, starring Zelda allying with Rauru, Sonia, and Sages against Ganondorf in the Imprisoning War. Analytic Dreamz covers hack-and-slash gameplay with TotK fusions, Zonai devices, Sync Strikes, ~20-character roster (Zelda leads, no Link protagonist), 18-hour story/40+ hours full, and local co-op at 60fps solo. Week 1 Japan physical: 73,183 units (#1 Famitsu). Metacritic 78-79 "generally favorable," OpenCritic "Strong" 79-80: IGN and GameSpot praise top Musou combat while noting story and repetition critiques. Free update adds challenges and weapons; post-credits ties directly into Light Dragon lore. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Neste programa, falamos sobre a parte 2 de Wicked, a conclusão da história da Bruxa Má e da Bruxa Boa que estão em embate no reino de Oz. O original foi sensação no ano passado e recebeu 10 indicações ao Oscar. Será que a parte 2 repete?   ::WICKED: PARTE 2fantasia, drama, musicalOnde assistir: salas de cinemaAvaliação imdB: 7.1/10Avaliação Metacritic: 58/100Avaliação Letterboxd: 3.7/5Avaliação Rotten

In 1976 All the President's Men was released to an audience eagerly awaiting Hollywood's take on the story of the decade: the Washington Post investigation that led to the downfall of President Richard Nixon. The all-star team of producer Robert Redford, screenwriter William Goldman and director Alan Pakula had the task of adapting a highly complicated best-seller by reporters Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein into a movie, but could rely on the fact that contemporary audiences knew the story well. With the help of The Godfather cinematographer Gordon Willis and a superb cast, they succeeded in creating a film worthy of the hype. But does it hit with a new generation of viewers whose understanding of Watergate may be understandably murky at best? Can a film this topical still pack a punch almost 50 years after its release? Find out as our panel of young film lovers contends with the revolutionary changes in journalism, politics, and the media that have occurred since 1976 — and ask whether a pair of intrepid reporters could topple a corrupt President today. Hosts: Mark Netter & David Tausik  Panelists:  Guy Lewis, Jake Flowers, Anika Mathur An ElectraCast Production  Trailer: https://www.imdb.com/video/vi2958664729/?playlistId=tt0074119&ref_=tt_ov_pr_ov_vi   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/All_the_President%27s_Men_(film) IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0074119/ MetaCritic: https://www.metacritic.com/movie/all-the-presidents-men/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we're doubling up with Zero Hour! (1957) and Airplane! (1980), two films forever linked by turbulence, tension and parody perfection. Directed by Hall Bartlett, Zero Hour! is a no-nonsense disaster thriller where Dana Andrews plays a guilt-ridden ex-pilot forced to land a crippled airliner after the crew succumbs to food poisoning. Ruthlessly straight-faced, it laid the blueprint for the genre's melodrama and moral gravity.Fast-forward to 1980, and Jim Abrahams along with David and Jerry Zucker hijack the entire premise to create Airplane!, one of the most beloved spoof comedies of all time. With Robert Hays as the PTSD-plagued pilot and Leslie Nielsen delivering deadpan gold, Airplane! reuses Zero Hour!'s plot beat-for-beat...just with more inflatable autopilots and jive-talking passengers.Is this a case of high-stakes drama giving way to high-flying farce, or proof that comedy is just tragedy plus a punchline? Listen on to find out!Zero Hour! is not on Metacritic's all time movie list!Airplane! is movie 2335 on Metacritic's all time movie list!Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this in-depth segment, Analytic Dreamz delivers the ultimate breakdown of NetEase's Where Winds Meet, the free-to-play Wuxia open-world RPG that exploded onto the global stage November 14, 2025. From its Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms setting to the revolutionary Messiah Engine, Analytic Dreamz covers the soulslike combat with 12+ weapon types, 40+ Martial Mystic Arts, Qinggong movement, and non-combat lifestyles (Doctor, Merchant, Assassin, Architect). Dive into the seamless 4-player co-op, massive MMO endgame (30v30 PvP, raids, guilds), controversial AI NPC “Jianghu Friends” with LLM-driven dialogue, and the deepest character creator in 2025 F2P titles.Analytic Dreamz analyzes the historic launch stats: 2 million players in 24 hours, 193K Steam peak concurrent, 83% Very Positive reviews, topping PS5 charts in 7 regions, and China's earlier 15M+ player dominance. Get the truth on monetization (cosmetics + gacha, no P2W), Metacritic scores (72–75), major outlet takes from IGN and GamesRadar+, launch bugs, viral horse-stealing glitches, and Everstone Studio's post-launch roadmap including future Xbox support.Whether you're grinding sects, mastering Tai Chi, or debating the creepy-yet-genius AI companions, Analytic Dreamz breaks down why Where Winds Meet is the most ambitious Wuxia action-adventure of the year. Notorious Mass Effect – real talk, zero hype, all facts. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz delivers the unfiltered truth on Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, the November 14, 2025 direct sequel to Black Ops 6 and 2. Set in 2035 with returning legends David Mason, Mike Harper, and Raul Menendez, Analytic Dreamz dissects the controversial 4–6 hour campaign featuring 4-player co-op, always-online requirements, no checkpoints, no pause, and reality-bending psy-op horror. Explore the new 32-player Endgame extraction mode, evolved omni-movement with wall-running, 16 new 6v6 maps, and the largest Zombies launch ever with classic Dark Aether systems.Analytic Dreamz exposes the hard numbers: Steam peak ~88K (down 70% from BO6), UK physical sales down 61%, lowest user Metacritic score in franchise history (1.7/10), and widespread backlash over AI-generated assets, unpolished textures, SBMM deception, and “brain rot” campaign design. From Vault Edition skin redesigns after community outrage to Game Pass cannibalization and early cheater waves, Analytic Dreamz breaks down why Black Ops 7 is the most divisive Call of Duty release in years. Real stats, real talk.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Send us a textIn this episode...--> The nominees for the 2025 Game Awards have been revealed, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is up for 12 awards, making it the most nominated game in the awards' history. --> While the world elsewhere celebrates the best that gaming had to offer in 2025, review curation site Metacritic has released its list of the worst games of 2025. -->  Sony has issued a number of DMCA notices against a fan project working to bring Concord back to life.--> Valve co-founder Gabe Newell has capped off Steam Machine week by taking delivery of a new $500 million superyacht with a submarine garage, on-board hospital, and 15 gaming PCs.--> Also: Top 3 New Releases, Gaming History 101Listen to our interview with Rebecca Heineman: https://gamersweekpodcast.buzzsprout.com/1902035/episodes/10690368-episode-23-a-conversation-with-atari-s-space-invaders-champion-rebecca-heinemanWe love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us!- Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub- Connect with CafeBTW at linktr.ee/cafebtw- Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.com- Visit Absolutely the Best Podcast: A Work in Progress at linktr.ee/absolutelythebest**Use this link to get a $20 credit when you upgrade to a paid podcast hosting plan on Buzzsprout! buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1884378Hosts: retrogamebrews, wrytersview, donniegretroOpening theme: "Gamers Week Theme" by Akseli TakanenPatron theme: "Chiptune Boss" by donniegretroClosing theme: "Gamers Week Full-Length Theme" by Akseli TakanenSupport the show

Press XJoin the Press X Discord: https://discord.gg/MAXtvmv2rwTopics:First official Legend of Zelda movie photos released https://x.com/Nintendo/status/1990434772615664067Kirby Air Riders scores 78 on Metacritic, up 17 points from Kirby Air Ride https://www.metacritic.com/game/kirby-air-riders/“I want to live a modest and unassuming life.” Masahiro Sakurai was initially reluctant about approving a manga about his life https://automaton-media.com/en/news/i-want-to-live-a-modest-and-unassuming-life-masahiro-sakurai-was-initially-reluctant-about-approving-a-manga-about-his-life/Nintendo says it didn't intend to stop third-party Switch 2 docks from functioning after recent firmware update https://kotaku.com/nintendo-just-blocked-third-party-switch-2-docks-and-it-sucks-2000644081NateTheHate claims Rockstar has done tests with GTA6 on Switch 2 https://x.com/NateTheHate2/status/1990491837182980193Tomb Raider: Definitive Edition now available for Switch 2, Switch https://www.gematsu.com/2025/11/tomb-raider-definitive-edition-now-available-for-switch-2-switchThe Game Awards 2025 nominees announced https://www.gematsu.com/2025/11/the-game-awards-2025-nominees-announced  Questions from Discord: Brydude: Might seem like a dumb question but…. How often do you guys think that Tears of the Kingdom was going to be a day-one Switch 2 game until they realized that the Switch 2 was going to come out much later than anticipated?Jtlawbass: May have been asked before but what game, games, or kinds of games do you like to play during the holiday season from October to December (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Hanukkah, etc.)? Being stuck in a climate where I can usually wear shorts and flip flops on Christmas Day, I love playing games like Skyrim where I can run around in snow at least virtually.

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Join Analytic Dreamz as he unpacks DISPATCH, the breakout 2025 episodic superhero comedy that sold over 1 million copies in its first 10 days and instantly became a GOTY contender. Developed by AdHoc Studio (ex-Telltale and Ubisoft talent), this anime-styled interactive series follows depowered hero Robert “Mecha Man” Robertson III (Aaron Paul) running the Superhero Dispatch Network in an alternate LA, assigning reformed villains to crises via real-time strategy dispatching and high-stakes hacking minigames.After a brutal 7-year development filled with COVID shutdowns, layoffs, skipped paychecks, and a near-death collapse, Critical Role Productions swooped in mid-2025 to fund Season 1, merch, comics, and future Exandria projects. Launched October 22, 2025 across PC (Steam) and PS5 with weekly two-episode drops, the complete 8-episode season wrapped November 12. Priced at $29.99 (Deluxe with artbook + comics), it peaked at 131K concurrent players, hit Steam global #1, and smashed its 3-year “bull case” sales goal in just three months.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the innovative AFK-able dispatch system, branching dialogue, hero synergies and rivalries, the star-packed voice cast (Laura Bailey, Travis Willingham, Jacksepticeye, MoistCr1TiKaL, Alanah Pearce, Yung Gravy + Matthew Mercer as Shroud), stunning pre-rendered animation by Igloo Studio, 19 accessibility options, and why the “interactive TV” pacing feels like peak Arcane meets The Boys.Despite minor launch bugs (quickly patched) and criticisms around episode length and illusion-of-choice moments, DISPATCH earned 89–90 Metacritic, 97% Steam positive (50K+ reviews), and universal praise for writing, emotional depth, comedy, and revitalizing the Telltale episodic formula. Community hype, influencer cast virality, and Critical Role crossover fueled massive weekly discourse and “Invisigal cleared” memes.With developers openly teasing Season 2 and Aaron Paul leaving the door “definitely ajar,” Analytic Dreamz analyzes if DISPATCH just saved and redefined narrative gaming in 2025. Full stats, sales records, dev quotes, and hidden details inside – tap in now on Notorious Mass Effect!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we review The Running Man (1987), Paul Michael Glaser's dystopian action-thriller based on a story by Stephen King (writing as Richard Bachman). Arnold Schwarzenegger stars as Ben Richards, a wrongly convicted man forced to compete in a brutal, televised death game in a future where media and government control blur disturbingly.With satirical jabs at reality TV, authoritarianism, and media manipulation, this cult classic dives headfirst into a neon-soaked nightmare of entertainment gone lethal.Is freedom just another broadcast, or is survival the ultimate ratings winner? Listen on to find out!Movie 13492 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google Spreadsheet

Alex and Luke Talk Hollow Knight and Silksong.The duo dive into a Metroidvania double‑header: first the seminal Hollow Knight (Team Cherry, 2017) and then its long‑awaited sequel Hollow Knight: Silksong (Team Cherry, 2025). We unpack the evolution of the form — bug‑infested kingdoms, needle‑wielding protagonists, soaring difficulty curves — while comparing how the first game laid the groundwork and Silksong raised the bar (and the anguish). Two games, one legacy, endless edge‑of‑your‑seat platforming. Hollow Knight earned a Metacritic score of 87 on PC and 90 on Switch. HowLongToBeat estimates place a standard full play‑through around 27 hours (main story) and up to ~65 hours for completionists. Silksong debuted with a Metacritic score of 91 (PC), classified under “universal acclaim”. Play time estimates suggest around 40‑45 hours for a meaningful run, with full completion pushing closer to 60 hours+. All in all, two hefty games that demand stamina, precision, and a willingness to die… a lot.Alex tackled Hollow Knight on his Nintendo Switch OLED, while Luke jumped into Silksong on his Steam Deck. Luke's no stranger to the first game — he's beaten Hollow Knight before — but neither of them rolled credits this time around. Along the way they compare platform experiences, controller feel, and how each game's difficulty and structure landed differently for each of them.This episode is unofficially brought to you in part by bein' fat bs who can't stop eating the rest of our Halloween candy.Send us a Text Message! We'll respond on our next episode!Gameboree is an annual two-month fundraising event supporting St. Jude via GoFundMe. Since launching in 2019, it's raised $11,000 through livestreams, challenges, and giveaways. The 2025 campaign kicks off this November—join us to make a difference for the kids! DONATE HERE!WATCH THE STREAMSSupport the show​​Visit us at LowFiveGaming.com.Join the Low Five Discord!Email us at hello@lowfivegaming.com.Low Five Gaming is a Studio Low Five Production.

This week, we review Predator (1987), John McTiernan's genre-blending sci-fi action thriller that pits muscle against the mysterious. Arnold Schwarzenegger leads as Dutch, the commander of an elite military rescue team sent into the Central American jungle—only to become the hunted. As they uncover a trail of destruction, the squad realizes they're being stalked by an invisible extraterrestrial warrior with advanced technology and a deadly agenda.With its mix of explosive action, horror tension, and testosterone-fueled one-liners, Predator explores survival, machismo, and what happens when the hunter becomes the hunted.Is it just jungle warfare gone wrong....or is something out there… waiting for us? Listen on to find out!Movie 13043 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepod

This week, we review Battle Royale (2000), Kinji Fukasaku's explosive and controversial cult thriller that blends dystopian horror with high-stakes survival drama. Tatsuya Fujiwara and Aki Maeda star as students forced into a deadly game where classmates must kill or be killed, all under the watchful eye of a sadistic teacher played by Takeshi Kitano.Set in an alternate future where the government cracks down on juvenile delinquency through a brutal annual "game," Battle Royale dives deep into themes of authority, fear, and the loss of innocence. With its visceral action and moral tension, this film raises chilling questions about violence, control, and the fragility of youth under pressure.Is teenage rebellion a threat to society or is society the real threat to its teens? Listen on to find out!Movie 1746 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of the Notorious Mass Effect podcast, Analytic Dreamz breaks down Little Nightmares III (2025) by Supermassive Games and Bandai Namco. From The Spiral's eerie settings—Necropolis, Candy Factory, Carnevale, and Institute—to its asymmetric online co-op, every detail is analyzed. Get insight into critical reviews (Metacritic 73), Japan's 31,770 launch sales, patch updates, and franchise growth past 20M units. Analytic Dreamz uncovers how this haunting sequel balances atmosphere and technical flaws in modern horror design.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we review Eraserhead (1977), David Lynch's nightmarish debut feature that defies genre and explanation. Jack Nance stars as Henry Spencer, a quiet man navigating a bleak industrial landscape, a strained relationship, and the surreal horrors of unexpected fatherhood. With its haunting black-and-white imagery, industrial soundscape, and grotesque symbolism, Lynch's cult classic plunges deep into anxiety, isolation, and the fear of creation, both literal and existential.Is it a descent into madness, or just parenthood with a Lynchian twist? Listen on to find out!Movie 20 on Metacritic's all time horror movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

This week, we review 10 Cloverfield Lane (2016), Dan Trachtenberg's tense, twist-filled psychological thriller that reimagines the Cloverfield universe in a whole new light. Mary Elizabeth Winstead stars as Michelle, a woman who wakes up in an underground bunker after a car crash only to be told by her unnerving host, played brilliantly by John Goodman, that the world outside is no longer safe. As paranoia builds and secrets unravel, the film explores survival, control, and the terrifying uncertainty of trust.Is safety a matter of shelter or knowing who you're locked in with? Listen on to find out!Movie 137 on Metacritic's all time Horror movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

This week, we review Watership Down (1978), Martin Rosen's hauntingly beautiful animated adaptation of Richard Adams' novel about a band of rabbits fleeing destruction in search of a new home. Featuring the voices of John Hurt, Richard Briers, and Ralph Richardson, this isn't your typical cartoon, it's a gripping survival epic exploring leadership, freedom, and the brutal realities of nature. With its striking hand-drawn animation and unexpectedly dark tone, the film has earned cult status as one of the most emotionally resonant animated films of its time.Is this just a tale of rabbits or a fable about the fragility of civilization itself? Listen on to find out!Movie 7635 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

This week, we review Weapons (2025), a mystery‑horror film written and directed by Zach Cregger. Julia Garner, Josh Brolin, Alden Ehrenreich, Amy Madigan, Benedict Wong and others lead an ensemble cast in a story that explores loss, supernatural terror, community paranoia, and the boundaries between grief and horror. With most of a third‑grade class vanishing under inexplicable circumstances at exactly 2:17 a.m., the film follows multiple characters—teachers, parents, police—as they grapple with what could have caused it. It raises haunting questions about collective responsibility, guilt, and the unseen forces that haunt our lives.Is this nightmare more than just missing children, or is this horror one we've invited in ourselves? Listen on to find out!Movie 1595 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

TEXT US YOUR THOUGHTS!Hosts **Tony Sisk** and **Jaime G** kick off the "video game fall season" by discussing two major new releases: the highly anticipated indie sequel **Hollow Knight: Silksong** and the AAA looter-shooter **Borderlands 4**. Jaime shares his enthusiastic impressions of **Silksong**, highlighting its six-year development history, its origins as an intended DLC for *Hollow Knight* that grew into a full standalone sequel, and its budget price point of $20. He praises its Metroidvania genre execution, comparing its difficulty to *Elden Ring*, noting the lack of a ramp-up for new players, and describing the protagonist Hornet's high mobility and fluid movement as a major gameplay addition. Tony offers his initial thoughts on **Borderlands 4**, which he picked up as a physical copy on launch day. He states that the game is **"very good"** and already **"easily" better than Borderlands 3**. Tony praises the narrative, specifically highlighting the **memorable NPC characters** and the investment in their stories, which he feels was lacking in the previous installment. The hosts note the interesting contrast between the highly-rated, budget indie title (**Silksong**) and the large-scale AAA release (**Borderlands 4**), setting up a future discussion comparing their reception and player count, especially on platforms like Steam.---## Show Notes**Podcast Title:** Good Game Radio**Topics:** Video Game Fall Season Kickoff, *Hollow Knight: Silksong* Release and Review, *Borderlands 4* Initial Impressions.###

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for a deep dive into Ghost of Yōtei, the PS5-exclusive samurai epic. Analytic Dreamz unpacks its 2M+ copies sold in days, generating $140M+ revenue, outpacing Ghost of Tsushima digitally. Explore Atsu's revenge in 1603 Hokkaido, blending yōkai folklore, dynamic combat, and open-world exploration. With an 87 Metacritic, haptic haikus, and Ainu-inspired design, it's a cultural and critical hit despite “woke” backlash and minor bugs. Tune in for key stats, controversies, and why Yōtei is a 2025 standout. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for an in-depth segment on Silent Hill f (2025), the fastest-selling entry in the franchise's history. Explore its 1960s rural Japan setting, psychological horror roots, and Hinako Shimizu's trauma-driven narrative. Analytic Dreamz breaks down its 1M+ copies sold in 24 hours, critical acclaim (86 Metacritic), and innovative mechanics like the Sanity Meter and “Soulslike-lite” combat. Dive into its cultural depth, feminist themes, and controversies, from misogynistic backlash to PC performance fixes, in this comprehensive 500–600 character analysis. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This week, we review This Is Spinal Tap (1984), Rob Reiner's cult classic mockumentary that skewers the world of heavy metal with pitch-perfect satire. Christopher Guest, Michael McKean, and Harry Shearer star as the dimwitted but endearing members of Spinal Tap, a fictional British rock band on the decline. As they embark on a disastrous U.S. tour filled with bizarre gigs and backstage meltdowns, the film brilliantly parodies rock star excess, music industry chaos, and the fragility of fame.Is turning it up to 11 pure genius or just one louder? Listen on to find out!Movie 235 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Gäst idag är Pontus Rundqvist från Raw Fury som jobbar med marketing. Pontus började sin resa mot spelbranschen på Dreamhack där han arrangerade Dreamhackathons och Pokémon-turneringar. Efter tiden på Paradox som Product Marketing Manager arbetar han nu som Brand Manager på Raw Fury.Vi tittar närmare på marknadsföringsarbetet bakom Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley - ett musikaliskt äventyrsspel där Snusmumriken utforskar Mumindalen. Pontus berättar om hur de identifierade olika målgrupper och nådde ut genom kanaler som TV4:s morgonsoffa istället för traditionella spelkanaler.Vi diskuterar också succén med Blue Prince och hur Raw Fury blev världens topprankade publisher på Metacritic. Pontus betonar att det inte finns någon “silver bullet” inom spelmarknadsföring - varje spel kräver sin unika approach.Trevlig lyssning!Har du tankar om Spelskaparna, känner dig sugen på att delta i ett avsnitt eller kanske vill visa upp ett spel som du jobbar på - kom in på Spelskaparnas discord. Där har mysig stämning skapats och ett gäng utvecklare chattar om stort och smått. Hyser du starka aversioner mot Discord går det även bra att höra av sig på info@spelskaparna.se, @ollandin eller @saikyun.LänkarRaw FuryDreamhackSnufkin: Melody of MoominvalleyHyper GamesMoomin (1990 anime)Tokyo Game ShowBlue PrinceParadox InteractiveStellarisEuropa UniversalisOuter WildsThe Witness

This week on the Boss Rush Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠Corey Dirrig⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠LeRon Dawkins⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠Patrick Klein⁠⁠ are back to talk about what they've been playing and wrap up their 2025 Metacritic Draft.They've been gettingd into all kinds of games—Star Wars Outlaws on Switch 2 impressed with its Uncharted- and Assassin's Creed-style gameplay, Wavetale charmed with Wind Waker-inspired exploration and puzzles, and Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater had them sweating through stealth and tough boss fights. They also shared first impressions of games like Hollow Knight: Silksong, Chronos: New Dawn, and Borderlands 4.The crew wrapped up their draft, checking scores and making their final picks for 2025. There were some safe bets and some bold moves, so it'll be fun to see who comes out on top in a few months.All this and more, this week on The Boss Rush Podcast!Follow our Hosts:⁠⁠⁠Corey Dirrig⁠⁠⁠, Founder of Boss Rush Media and the ⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LeRon Dawkins⁠⁠⁠, VP of Technology and Culture at ⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Stephanie Klimov⁠⁠⁠, VP of Media and Independent Developer Relations at ⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Patrick Klein⁠⁠, Games Manager at ⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠Join the Boss Rush Community: Join the ⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush Network Community Discord⁠⁠⁠Follow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on ⁠⁠⁠⁠X/Twitter⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Threads⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠Support Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on ⁠⁠⁠Patreon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and buy merch on our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Store.⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠Boss Rush on YouTube⁠⁠⁠ and visit our ⁠⁠⁠website at BossRush.net⁠⁠⁠ for more great content.Thank you for your Support!Thank you for watching or listening to The Boss Rush Podcast. If you're watching this ⁠⁠episode on YouTube⁠⁠, hit the Subscribe button, Like the video, and hit the notification bell so you don't miss an episode! If you're listening on ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ or ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠, consider leaving us a rating and a review as it helps with discoverability and growth. ⁠⁠Support Boss Rush on Patreon⁠⁠ for exclusive content, early access and audio versions of shows, become a Patreon Producer, and more. Visit our website for all of our content including ⁠⁠reviews⁠⁠, ⁠⁠news⁠⁠, ⁠⁠daily Boss Rush Banter⁠⁠ discussion topics, ⁠⁠listicles⁠⁠, ⁠⁠features⁠⁠, and more. However you support us, it means so much to us. Thank you for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the ⁠⁠Boss Rush Network⁠⁠. 

This week, we review Little Miss Sunshine (2006), Jonathan Dayton and Valerie Faris's offbeat road trip dramedy about dysfunction, dreams, and the beauty of being unapologetically yourself. Abigail Breslin shines as Olive, a determined young girl en route to a beauty pageant, crammed into a busted yellow VW van with her deeply flawed but oddly lovable family. Featuring standout performances from Steve Carell, Toni Collette, Greg Kinnear, Paul Dano, and Alan Arkin, the film blends sharp wit with heartfelt moments as it explores failure, acceptance, and what it really means to win.Is chasing your dreams about the destination or just surviving the ride? Listen on to find out!Movie 1995 on Metacritic's all time movie list.Join Colin & Niall as we embrace the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awful of cinema!Contact us: itwasamoviepodcast@gmail.comSpotify: It was a movie..Spotify pageFollow, rate & review us here:https://linktr.ee/itwasamovieYoutube: It was a movie channel...Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/itwasamovieInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itwasamoviepodcast/X: https://x.com/itwasamoviepodTikTok clips & highlights: https://www.tiktok.com/@itwasamoviepodSee all our ratings & reviews: Google SpreadsheetIMDb List: IMDb | Letterboxd: Letterboxd

Welcome, everyone, to tonight's episode. We're diving into A Simple Favor and its sequel Another Simple Favor — two stylish, twisty thrillers that sit at the intersection of dark comedy, mystery, and melodrama. But behind the glamour and plot turns lies an interesting story of studio strategy, financial risk, and evolving distribution models.Let's start with the original. A Simple Favor (2018) is directed by Paul Feig, from a screenplay by Jessica Sharzer, and stars Anna Kendrick as Stephanie and Blake Lively as Emily. The film is based on the 2017 novel by Darcey Bell. Its budget was modest — around 20 million dollars — and it went on to gross nearly 98 million worldwide. Critics generally responded well, with a Metacritic score in the high 60s and audiences giving it a CinemaScore of B+. Rotten Tomatoes praised it as “twisty, twisted, and above all simply fun.” Part of the allure is the tone: it plays like a “mommy noir” — elegant, sharp, with sharply drawn characters and unpredictable turns. It was a strong showing for a midtier studio film, and helped cement A Simple Favor as a cult favorite in the thriller and women-driven mystery niche.Fast forward to 2025, and we have Another Simple Favor. This sequel is not based on a book — unlike the original, it's an original screenplay by Jessica Sharzer and Laeta Kalogridis. The production is a co-venture: Lionsgate still participates, but distribution shifted. Another Simple Favor was released on Amazon Prime Video rather than in theaters, with Amazon MGM handling distribution. Filming took place in 2024, in locations like Capri and the Villa Adriana in Italy. Critically, the sequel has earned mixed reviews. Some praise Lively's magnetic presence, gorgeous costumes, and the ambition of the story's escalation. But others argue it feels overstuffed, that pacing sags in parts, and that it lacks some of the tightness or novelty of the first film. One reviewer summed it up: “It works better when its characters are just allowed to be marvelous instead of mysterious.” It also premiered at SXSW in March 2025 before its streaming release on May 1. The fact that its home is Prime Video, rather than a theatrical run, signals some of the shifting business realities behind studio films — especially for sequels that may carry higher risk.These two films provide an ideal case study in how creative ambition, risk, and studio strategy collide. The first film was a midbudget gamble that paid off. The second gives us lessons in modern distribution, content partnerships, and the pressures on midsize studios to share risk or cede control with streaming giants.Tonight, we're going to compare the narratives, the characters, the successes and stumbles — but also look behind the curtain: how studios like Lionsgate are navigating a volatile business environment, why a sequel would skip theaters, and whether the shift in approach gives Another Simple Favor an edge or a handicap.So grab your martini, or mocktail — let's get into A Simple Favor and Another Simple Favor.Disclaimer: The following may contain offensive language, adult humor, and/or content that some viewers may find offensive – The views and opinions expressed by any one speaker does not explicitly or necessarily reflect or represent those of Mark Radulich or W2M Network.Mark Radulich and his wacky podcast on all the things:https://linktr.ee/markkind76alsohttps://www.teepublic.com/user/radulich-in-broadcasting-networkFB Messenger: Mark Radulich LCSWTiktok: @markradulichtwitter: @MarkRadulichInstagram: markkind76RIBN Album Playlist: https://suno.com/playlist/91d704c9-d1ea-45a0-9ffe-5069497bad59 

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz dives into Borderlands 4's chaotic September 12, 2025, release by Gearbox Software and 2K Games on PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC via Steam/Epic—Switch 2 port hits October 3. Set on dystopian Kairos, this darker "soft reboot" trades Borderlands 3's memes for grounded resistance vibes, boasting 20-25 hour main story, 50-60 with sides, and 120-170 completionist runs. Sales exploded: 1M+ on Steam in days, another 1M+ consoles pre-Switch, 5M units in 48 hours (franchise-fastest), pushing lifetime totals past 100M ($150M+ revenue). Peak concurrents hit 304,398 (#46 Steam all-time), outpacing Hollow Knight: Silksong's 587,150 but at $70 vs. $20.Critics laud Metacritic 84/PC and OpenCritic 85 ("Mighty" top 7%) for exhilarating gunplay, loot depth, seamless open world (no loading zones), and co-op—IGN 8/10, GameSpot 7/10 praise mobility like double-jumps, grappling, and hybrid "Licensed Parts" weapons blending 8 manufacturers. Bosses demand 10+ minute multi-phase mechanics, not sponges. But "Stutterlands 4" memes rage over Unreal Engine 5 woes: PC stuttering, RTX 4090 FPS drops, crashes, memory leaks; consoles locked at 70° FOV, no motion blur toggle. Day 1 patch helped, but corrupted saves, UI glitches persist—Steam reviews "Mixed."Controversies fuel toxicity: Pre-launch EULA "spyware" rumors (debunked), Pitchford's "$80 real fans" tweet sparking piracy threats, $130 Super Deluxe skimping DLC vs. BL3's $100 Ultimate. Post-launch, Pitchford's "build your own engine" clapback ignited review-bombs. Community splits on Reddit/X: Co-op bliss and Easter eggs (Noisy Cricket, bobbleheads) vs. bland villain, pricing gripes. Analytic Dreamz unpacks if patches salvage this loot-shooter gem amid franchise highs and dev drama—tune in for the full fallout.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Dive into Notorious Mass Effect with Analytic Dreamz for a detailed Segment on Metal Gear Solid 3: Snake Eater and its 2025 remake, Metal Gear Solid Delta. Explore the original's 4M+ sales, 91/100 Metacritic score, and revolutionary stealth gameplay, alongside Delta's Unreal Engine 5 visuals, modern controls, and 86/100 rating. Analytic Dreamz unpacks controversies like Kojima's absence, FPS drops, and Fox Hunt's delay, plus unique features like dynamic camo and The End's natural death mechanic. Discover why MGS3 remains a stealth icon and how Delta balances nostalgia with modern polish. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Send us a textEpisode 200 is here! We talk about the games we've been playing, Keith's Rant Corner, and our big news—we're now on Metacritic! We also cover the strange August 28th moment when Gears hit #1 on PlayStation and Helldivers 2 topped Xbox. Plus, full impressions from PAX West 2025, including the best games, highlights, and surprises from the show.#ninjagaiden4 #rogxboxally #paxwest2025 #silksong #gamingpodcastTimestamps:00:00 - Intro01:36 - Games Played & Stuff Watched21:22 - Keith's Rant Corner returns (Gaming Journalism Frustrations)33:22 - We finally got onto Metacritic35:14 - Gears of War on PlayStation, Helldivers 2 on Xbox46:02 - Ninja Gaiden 4, ROG Xbox Ally X hands on and PAX West 2025It's been a great ride, with 200 episodes and we got plenty left in the tank for another 200 more episodes. So, stay tuned! And thanks for tagging along with us!Thanks for listening and watching! If you enjoyed the episode, please like, comment, and subscribe to support the show.Support the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for an in-depth Segment on Hollow Knight: Voidheart Edition, Team Cherry's indie Metroidvania masterpiece. With 15M+ sales, 88-90/100 Metacritic scores, and 50+ hours of content, Analytic Dreamz explores its hand-drawn art, Souls-like combat, and 47+ bosses. Unpack controversies like steep difficulty, sparse fast travel, and PS4 visual issues, plus the vibrant mod community and Silksong hype (Sept 2025). Discover why this $14.99 gem, boosted by Game Pass, defines the Soulsvania genre with its immersive world and replayability. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Join Analytic Dreamz on Notorious Mass Effect for an in-depth segment on Madden NFL 26, released August 14, 2025. Explore new QB DNA with 500+ animations, Explosive Locomotion, and dynamic weather impacting gameplay. Franchise mode shines with deep coaching archetypes, while Superstar and MUT offer immersive experiences. Despite a 72/100 Metacritic score, bugs, pay-to-win MUT criticism, and Switch 2 limitations spark debate. Analytic Dreamz unpacks the game's highs, lows, and NFL exclusivity controversy.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy