Podcasts about microtransactions

We're speculating on WoW patch 12.0.7 and beyond, now that the preview for said patch has been released. That leads us to a certain ominous island off the coast of Zul'Aman that we're not allowed to touch yet, plus all the other little details that lead us to guest host Phil Ulrich's favorite thing ever: Troll Raid.But other than that, it's all cosmetics and microtransactions. There are gorgeous new, dyeable WoW crossover appearances in Diablo 4, treehouses for WoW Player Housing, and another of those gatchas we hate in Hearthstone, all for actual cash folding money. But at least we have the glorious Trading Post and all its free hats and mounts to keep us just the tiniest bit happy in this capitalist hellscape.Speaking of hellscapes, The Cow Level is real and it is just as awful to find in Diablo 4 as you probably expect.If you have a few minutes, please fill out our survey to tell us what you think about the podcast. This data is collected by our podcast host, Acast, and will be used to help us improve the show as well as attract potential sponsors. Your answers are completely anonymous. We appreciate your help!If you enjoy the show, please support us on Patreon, where you can get these episodes early and ad-free! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Send us Fan MailGaming is changing… and not everyone is ready for what's coming next.In this episode of the NickMoses05 Gaming Podcast, we break down the biggest shifts happening in the gaming industry right now—from emotional microtransactions that could change how games monetize players, to the “Gameslop” storefront crisis flooding platforms with AI-generated content.We also dive into wild real-world gaming-related stories in Gaming Gone Wild, take a look at Knockout 2: Wrath of the Karen as our Game of the Week, and wrap it all up with another intense round of Choose Your Fate.If you care about the future of gaming, this is one you don't want to miss.00:00 – Intro01:41 – Gaming Gone Wild (Pokémon shooting, Roblox case, more)28:43 – Emotional Microtransactions (The Next Gaming Controversy)44:08 – Gameslop Storefront Crash (AI flooding gaming)57:40 – Dude I Got the Munchies1:13:28 – Game of the Week: Knockout 2 Wrath of the Karen1:18:59 – Choose Your FatePlease leave a review of the podcast and let us know how you feel about it.  It would be much appreciated.  Support the show

In our never-ending quest to alienate all potential online audiences, we finger-wag about rampant Epstein conspiracism and explain why we are, on balance, anti-murder.The full episode is available to Patreon subscribers (2 hours, 42 minutes).Join us at: https://www.patreon.com/DecodingTheGurusIn our never-ending quest to alienate all potential online audiences, we finger-wag about rampant Epstein conspiracism and explain why we are, on balance, anti-murder.00:00 Intro03:39 Flooding Adventures06:54 Eric's Troubles with his Silicon Friend13:09 Peter Boghossian's Hardcore for Grok17:16 A Promising Paper on reducing AI Hallucinations22:17 Statistical Consults23:12 Epstein Discourse Lollapalooza27:24 Eric Weinstein thinks Epstein is connected to UFOs29:09 Rogan Plays Apologist for Trump on Epstein32:21 Emma Vigeland and Joshua Citarella engage in Conspiracy Hypothesising35:07 Reasonable Conspiracy Theorising42:24 The Real Conspiracy44:26 Epstein and Ghislaine puppeting the culture wars48:18 The Joy of Conspiracy Theories53:29 Epstein and Bannon created QAnon as a Psyop01:01:37 What about ritual child abuse, dissolving bodies and cannibalism?01:09:05 Lurid Cannibal Fantasies01:15:56 Emma's UFO theory01:20:08 The Joe Roganification of Podcasts and some strategic disclaimers01:24:14 A dichotomy in contemporary American attitudes to Wealth?01:28:32 The Mainstream Media won't focus on Epstein's connections with Israel and Mossad01:32:08 The REAL Epstein scandal that no one wants to talk about01:34:36 Behind the Bastards coverage of Epstein01:36:01 Epstein's alleged role in creating microtransactions in games01:40:46 Epstein's cringey Edutainment ideas01:50:53 What Robert Evans Got Wrong01:54:08 There are No Coincidences02:00:57 The Danger of Appealing Narratives and also... Michael Tracey02:06:00 The Anti-Murder Podcast02:07:47 Warren Smith highlights Violent Rhetoric aimed at Konstantin02:14:12 Justifying Murder is Bad... M'Kay?02:17:55 Experiences of Violence and Naivety02:21:16 Levels of Political Violence02:23:49 Destiny's Community and Edgy Political Violence Takes02:27:56 Alienating online audiences 10102:30:14 Eric talks wormholes with a UFO maniac02:35:28 Lord of the Idiots02:36:18 Does Matt know Snorlax?02:39:43 A failed disclaimer outroLinksErik arguing with GrokBoghossian's hardcore rules for GrokH-Neurons: On the Existence, Impact, and Origin of Hallucination-Associated Neurons in LLMs (Gao et al., 2025)YouTube comment under our NXIVM video about EpsteinPeople article claiming Epstein was Putin's Wealth ManagerTaylor Lorenz – Panic World: How Epstein Warped the Entire InternetGarbage Day: “Here's How Epstein Broke the Internet”Eric Weinstein on Piers Morgan connecting Epstein to UFOs and his “research”Triggernometry's 7th appearance on RoganAmerican Alchemy: Eric Weinstein & Eric Davis on WormholesBBC: Ex-police chief said Trump told him in 2006 “everyone” knew about Epstein's behaviourJoshua Citarella & Emma Vigeland – Epstein, Conspiracy & Right-wing Media | DoomscrollPew Research: Demographics of the Progressive Left in the United StatesDebunking claims about Ghislaine Maxwell being a Reddit power modObama did not say aliens are real – PBS NewsHourNBC News: Epstein's relationship with Ehud BarakAl Jazeera: What were Jeffrey Epstein's links to Israel?Warren Smith's post about threats from Digital GnosisDigital Gnosis Substack statementDestiny's Head Mod Confronts Him On His RhetoricEric Weinstein Demands UFO Secrets From Pentagon ScientistEpstein email documentsEmail from Pablos Holman to Epstein (document 1)Email from Pablos Holman to Epstein (document 2)Email from Pablos Holman to Epstein (document 3)Epstein forwarding Holman's email to Bobby KotickPablos Holman responding and dunking on Kotick

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This week, we talk about Micro transactions and gambling being added to third party games in Fortnite, and what our Favorite Animal Crossing Activities are!

Send us a textDive into the hottest controversies shaking the entertainment industry in this unfiltered episode of Entertain This! Podcast. We break down the blockbuster Netflix-Warner Bros. merger — a staggering $82.7 billion deal that's sparking antitrust fears, shareholder battles, and debates over media consolidation in 2026. Is this a game-changing power move or a dangerous monopoly threatening creative diversity?We also tackle the growing frustration with streaming release schedules: why fans wait 20+ months (or longer) between seasons of hit Netflix shows, killing momentum and leaving audiences in limbo. From Stranger Things-style gaps to industry-wide production delays, we explore how these extended waits are hurting viewer engagement and series longevity.Plus, uncover the ongoing backlash against microtransactions in gaming — from pay-to-win mechanics and loot box controversies to rising prices in 2026 that have players questioning fairness and addiction risks in blockbuster titles.If you're passionate about media trends, Hollywood mergers, streaming wars, gaming economics, or diversity controversies, this episode delivers sharp analysis and bold takes you won't hear anywhere else.Subscribe to Entertain This! for weekly deep dives into entertainment's biggest stories.

Girls Gone WoW keeps the Warcraft community in the know from a fresh perspective. Join #teampositive and their plethora of guests from the community each and every week! Hearthsteel is coming! Are microtransactions ruining the game? Or just something you can ignore? We all had feelings about this one! We hope you enjoy the show – if you want to be a guest you can get in touch with us on Discord by joining us at bit.ly/ggw-discord or email us at girlsgonewowpodcast@gmail.com Find this episode and many others at https://www.bonusroll.gg/directory/girls-gone-wow/

Recruitment for Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II has officially begun! Head to endfield.gryphline.com and complete the recruitment survey for a chance to join Beta Test II when it starts on November 28. Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code FUNNY for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Exclusive $20-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/AURA20 Promo Code AURA20 Season 4, Episode 9 Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - First Question & Housekeeping - Kinda Feudy Round 1 - Round 2 - Ads - Round 3 - Round 4 - Round 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruitment for Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II has officially begun! Head to endfield.gryphline.com and complete the recruitment survey for a chance to join Beta Test II when it starts on November 28. Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code FUNNY for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Exclusive $20-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/AURA20 Promo Code AURA20 Season 4, Episode 9 Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - First Question & Housekeeping - Kinda Feudy Round 1 - Round 2 - Ads - Round 3 - Round 4 - Round 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruitment for Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II has officially begun! Head to endfield.gryphline.com and complete the recruitment survey for a chance to join Beta Test II when it starts on November 28. Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code FUNNY for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Exclusive $20-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/AURA20 Promo Code AURA20 Season 4, Episode 9 Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - First Question & Housekeeping - Kinda Feudy Round 1 - Round 2 - Ads - Round 3 - Round 4 - Round 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recruitment for Arknights: Endfield Beta Test II has officially begun! Head to endfield.gryphline.com and complete the recruitment survey for a chance to join Beta Test II when it starts on November 28. Go to http://shadyrays.com and use code FUNNY for 35% off polarized sunglasses. Exclusive $20-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/AURA20 Promo Code AURA20 Season 4, Episode 9 Thank you for the support! Run of Show - - Start - First Question & Housekeeping - Kinda Feudy Round 1 - Round 2 - Ads - Round 3 - Round 4 - Round 5 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The United States ended production of the penny on Wednesday, more than two centuries since the one-cent coin first went into circulation. Will microtransactions be forced to move onto blockchain now?~This episode is sponsored by Tangem~ Tangem ➜ https://bit.ly/TangemPBN Use Code: "PBN" for Additional Discounts!GUEST: Sandeep Nailwal, CEO of Polygon Foundation Polygon website➜ https://bit.ly/PolygonNetwork00:00 intro00:10 Sponsor: Tangem00:35 Death of The U.S. Penny01:00 The Last Penny & Retail Impact01:44 Polygon RWA Growth02:01 Japan Stablecoin Skyrockets on Polygon02:17 Sandeep Finally Joins Us02:43 Polygon Dominating Small Payments05:39 Polygon Tokenized Funds07:30 Robinhood Relisting $POL?08:04 Fintechs Joining Polygon Now09:19 Robinhood USDG Coming To Polygon10:19 Polymarket x UFC12:05 $POLY Token on Ethereum?13:20 Upgrading to 100k TPS15:14 Polygon L2 vs Ethereum Alignment17:02 BASE vs Polygon Fees17:26 Katana TVL Growth19:53 Polygon $POL Vaults Coming?21:30 Courtyard growth23:50 No Meme Coins Hurt Polygon?25:30 outro#Crypto #Ethereum #Penny~U.S. Penny Officially Dead!

ถ้าพูดถึงบริษัทเกมที่เราทั้งรักและเกลียดในเวลาเดียวกัน ผมเชื่อว่าชื่อของ Electronic Arts หรือ EA ต้องโผล่ขึ้นมาเป็นอันดับแรกๆ ในใจของใครหลายคน บริษัทนี้คือยักษ์ใหญ่ผู้อยู่เบื้องหลังเกมระดับตำนานมากมาย ไม่ว่าจะเป็นเกมฟุตบอลที่คนทั้งโลกต้องเล่นอย่าง FIFA ที่ตอนนี้เปลี่ยนชื่อเป็น EA Sports FC, เกมอเมริกันฟุตบอล Madden NFL, เกมจำลองชีวิตอย่าง The Sims หรือเกมสงครามสุดมันส์อย่าง Battlefield EA คือเครื่องจักรผลิตเงินสดที่ทำรายได้มหาศาลในแต่ละปี แต่ในขณะเดียวกัน ก็เป็นบริษัทที่ถูกเกมเมอร์ทั่วโลกวิจารณ์อย่างหนักหน่วงในเรื่องการตลาด, ระบบ Microtransactions หรือการซื้อของในเกม และการเข้าซื้อสตูดิโออื่นแล้วปิดตัวลงในภายหลัง แต่จะเกิดอะไรขึ้น ถ้าบริษัทที่ทั้งยิ่งใหญ่และเต็มไปด้วยรอยแผลนี้ กำลังจะถูกซื้อกิจการไปด้วยเงินก้อนมหึมาถึง 5 หมื่นล้านดอลลาร์สหรัฐ หรือประมาณ 1.8 ล้านล้านบาท ให้กับกลุ่มทุนที่มีชื่อของ “ซาอุดีอาระเบีย” เข้ามาเกี่ยวข้อง วันนี้ เราจะมาเจาะลึกเรื่องราวเบื้องหลังข่าวลือสะเทือนวงการนี้กัน ว่าทำไมยักษ์ใหญ่อย่าง EA ถึงมาถึงจุดที่อาจจะถูกขาย และดีลครั้งประวัติศาสตร์นี้ อาจจะเปลี่ยนโฉมหน้าอุตสาหกรรมเกมไปตลอดกาลได้อย่างไร เลือกฟังกันได้เลยนะครับ อย่าลืมกด Follow ติดตาม PodCast ช่อง Geek Forever's Podcast ของผมกันด้วยนะครับ #EAถูกซื้อ #ข่าวEA #ElectronicArts #ซาอุดีอาระเบีย #วิเคราะห์ข่าวเกม #ข่าวเกม #วงการเกม #เกมเมอร์ #PIF #Vision2030 #TheSims #Battlefield #ApexLegends #EAFC #สาระความรู้ #รอบรู้เรื่องเกม #ธุรกิจเกม #LBO #geekdaily #geekforeverpodcast

Welcome to Gamers CornerWelcome to the very first edition of Gamers Corner, a brand-new show from AppleVis hosted by Thomas Domville (AnonyMouse), with co-hosts Aaron Spelker and Jesse Anderson. This inaugural episode marks the beginning of a seasonal series that will run three or four times a year, depending on the pace of major game releases.Gamers Corner was created to provide blind and low vision gamers with a dedicated space to discover new titles, revisit hidden gems, and explore accessibility in mainstream and indie games alike. Each edition will highlight standout iOS games, feature community-driven insights, and showcase accessible titles across other platforms. Our goal is to capture the excitement of gaming while maintaining a critical eye on design, accessibility, and overall player experience.In this debut issue, we dive into two ambitious iOS games that generated plenty of discussion, explore Aaron's “Vault Treasure” pick from the past, and finish with Jesse's console recommendation that proves accessibility is expanding beyond mobile platforms.Glory FrontlinePlatform: iOS (Free, with in-app purchases) Genre: Strategy and Action HybridGlory Frontline isn't content to play it safe. Instead, it pushes the boundaries of what blind-accessible iOS gaming can be, throwing players headfirst into the chaos of battle. In single-player mode, it feels like a tower defense game where enemies swarm down lanes, demanding that you shift quickly between positions to survive. Switch to multiplayer, however, and the world opens up into a full 360-degree battlefield more reminiscent of mainstream first-person shooters.The ambition is undeniable, and the sound design is equally striking, immersing players in frantic combat with clear audio cues for threats at every range. Yet with great ambition comes some missteps. The lack of a proper tutorial makes onboarding overwhelming, leaving many players confused about mechanics and progression. Microtransactions and skill regressions can also frustrate those unwilling to commit daily playtime.Still, for the dedicated gamer, Glory Frontline represents one of the boldest and most console-like experiences available on iOS. It's complex, sometimes punishing, but undeniably groundbreaking.Joker Poker: Texas FrenzyPlatform: iOS (Free, optional in-app purchase to remove ads) Genre: Roguelike PokerAt first glance, Joker Poker: Texas Frenzy might sound like just another card game. But this clever roguelike flips expectations on their head. Here, poker hands become puzzles, shaped by modifiers, celestial cards, and relentless boss battles. It's not about chasing the perfect flush — it's about leveraging multipliers and bending the rules of poker to survive another round.The replay value is immense. Every run feels different, and every choice carries weight, from what jokers to buy in the shop to how you approach the final boss's brutal debuffs. What looks like a familiar round of poker quickly turns into a strategic tug-of-war, where two pairs may outperform a full house thanks to well-stacked modifiers.Accessibility is generally solid, though a few unlabeled elements and interface quirks make the learning curve steeper than it should be. Fortunately,…

In this episode of the Soul of a Gamer podcast, Scott and his co-host dive into various topics surrounding gaming, including their thoughts on music licensing, unique game mechanics, and personal gaming experiences. They discuss the pros and cons of microtransactions, sharing their own experiences with spending in games. The conversation shifts to AI companions in gaming, exploring their effectiveness and how they can enhance or detract from the gaming experience. The hosts share their insights and humorous anecdotes, making for an engaging discussion for gamers.

Diese Woche erwartet euch eine geballte Ladung Gaming-Content bei Pixelburg Savegame!René teilt seine ersten Eindrücke zu Skate 4: vom Spielgefühl über die Multiplayer-Mechaniken und das Quest-Design bis hin zu Microtransactions. Ist es der erhoffte Hit?Danach dreht sich alles um Borderlands 4. Dome und René sprechen über das chaotisch-spaßige Koop-Gameplay, spannende Bosskämpfe und die unendliche Vielfalt an Waffen. Darüber hinaus werfen sie einen Blick auf Crossplay, Technik und Performance sowie auf Story und Humor des Loot-Shooters.Zum Abschluss diskutieren die Jungs die Ankündigungen der Nintendo Direct sowie zum 40-jährigen Mario-Jubiläum. Darunter: Der Super Mario Galaxy Film, Mario Tennis Fever, Super Mario Bros. Wonder in der Switch 2 Edition und Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. Außerdem hat Metroid Prime 4 Beyond endlich ein Release-Datum und Dragon Quest 7 bekommt ein Remake.Viel Spaß beim Hören!Pixelburg Savegame auf Instagram, Threads,  YouTube und TikTokDominik Ollmann auf Instagram und ThreadsRené Deutschmann auf Instagram und Threads (00:00) - In dieser Folge... (06:44) - Chapter: Gaming-Bereich: Skate und Early Access (19:49) - Tutorials und Gameplay-Mechaniken von Skate (21:38) - Questdesign und Herausforderungen im Spiel (23:28) - Gameplay und Missionen: Spaß oder Routine? (26:00) - Dialoge und Charaktere: Generationen im Skateboarding (27:52) - Skate-Kultur und ihre Darstellung im Spiel (29:27) - Frühe Zugänglichkeit und zukünftige Entwicklungen (30:51) - Markerfunktion und Trick-Übungen (33:48) - Microtransactions und Spielerlebnis (38:16) - Engine und technische Aspekte des Spiels (42:19) - Zukunft des Spiels und persönliche Eindrücke (46:18) - Bosskämpfe und Teamdynamik (50:00) - Was ist Borderlands? (51:34) - Crossplay und technische Herausforderungen (56:51) - Gameplay-Erfahrungen und Spaßfaktor (01:01:09) - Humor und Storytelling in Borderlands (01:03:01) - Waffenvielfalt und Gameplay-Mechaniken (01:10:27) - Immersion durch Controller-Feedback (01:14:59) - Performance-Probleme in Borderlands 4 (01:25:21) - Nintendo Direct: Neuigkeiten und Erwartungen (01:26:45) - Super Mario Galaxy: Rückblick und Neuauflage (01:36:01) - Digitale Spiele und ihre Verfügbarkeit (01:37:29) - Mario Tennis Fever: Ein neues Spiel für die Fans (01:40:20) - Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Erweiterungen und neue Modi (01:43:19) - Yoshi und das geheimnisvolle Buch: Ein neues Abenteuer (01:47:23) - 40 Jahre Super Mario: Rückblick und Ausblick (01:53:19) - Dragon Quest VII: Neuauflage und Erwartungen (01:58:35) - Neue Spieleankündigungen und Vorbestellungen (02:00:30) - Metroid Prime 4: Erwartungen und Gameplay (02:02:52) - DLC-Ankündigungen und Preisgestaltung bei Nintendo (02:08:02) - Hyrule Warriors und andere neue Titel (02:13:39) - Zusammenfassung der Nintendo Direct und Ausblick

In this insightful episode of The Digital Executive, host Brian Thomas welcomes Cosmin Ene, digital monetization strategist, entrepreneur, and creator of one of the first scalable microtransaction platforms. Now leading Super Tab, Cosmin discusses how his frustration with subscription-only models inspired him to build systems that prioritize user choice, platform sustainability, and transactional access.Cosmin shares how Super Tab's recent partnership with Google marks a pivotal shift—allowing publishers to offer flexible access to premium content directly within the Google ecosystem. Rather than replacing subscriptions, Super Tab complements them, unlocking new revenue streams from the 98% of users who typically never subscribe.The conversation dives deeper into the rising relevance of microtransactions in an era of subscription fatigue, and how Super Tab introduces a "pay-as-you-consume" model that mirrors real-life experiences—like his memorable inspiration at a sushi bar.Looking ahead, Cosmin paints a compelling vision of the transactional web powered by AI agents that can perceive, reason, act, and transact on behalf of users. This future involves agent-to-agent commerce, where machines negotiate and execute tasks across industries like health, logistics, content, and SaaS—without human micromanagement.If you're a digital leader, content creator, or curious about the monetization models of tomorrow, this episode is a must-listen.If you liked what you heard today, please leave us a review. Apple or Spotify.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This week, we talk about Roblox getting sued by the state of Louisiana, Microtransactions wars, and if big or small game worlds end up being more polished

In this conversation, Stephan Livera and Calle discuss the critical importance of privacy in financial systems, particularly in the context of Bitcoin and eCash. They explore the evolution of privacy technology, the challenges posed by current financial regulations, and the need for user-friendly privacy-preserving systems. Calle elaborates on the mechanics of eCash and the Cashu protocol, highlighting its potential for enabling microtransactions while maintaining user privacy. The discussion emphasizes the urgency of building a decentralized financial ecosystem that respects individual privacy rights.Takeaways

D&D Beyond teases digital DLC for the Forgotten Realms setting books, while Nott the Brave teases town guards in the new Critical Role animated series. We also celebrate 200 episodes of this here podcast!A new Aetherial Expans adventure is coming to Kickstarter:https://ghostfiregaming.com/GGYT_AEDG_2025_7_933Email your questions to podcast@ghostfiregaming.comBen: @TheBenByrneDael: @DailyDaelJames: @jamesjhaeckShawn: @shawnmerwinEditor:  @ZsDante  Topics:00:00 - Intro02:52 - Forgotten Realms book reveals10:40 - D&D Beyond DLC18:01 - Stranger Things starter set24:25 - Aetherial Expanse adventure27:04 - New Critical Role animated seasons32:31 - 200th Episode quiz

PlayStation handheld rumors are out. Also, we talk Ubisoft, Activision, Atari 2600+, AI does its things, and Nintendo fans do theirs. All that plus more this week on the Game Fix Show. Follow us @GameFixShow

A-Dub and AmC discuss Cyberpunk updates, Need For Speed getting shelved, and Ubisoft believing Microtransactions help players experience more fun. Tweet Us: x.com/MYCONTROLISSUES | Skeet Us: bsky.app/profile/controlissuespod.bsky.social | CommentQuestionMail Bag: controlissuespod@gmail.com

John and Ryan are back at it with a jam-packed episode of gaming goodness and industry buzz. Things kick off with their latest gaming-related pickups and what's currently stealing time from their backlogs. Then it's onto the mystical halls of Strixhaven, as John leads a recap of their ongoing D&D campaign discussing enchanted puzzles, morally murky professors, and all the magical mayhem you'd hope for from an academic arcane adventure. After the fantasy fades, the duo dives into real-world drama—first tackling Ubisoft's eyebrow-raising comments on microtransactions from its recent financial report and recent layoffs by Candy Crush makers King Games. Finally, the hosts wax nostalgic with a review of Kelly Slater's Pro Surfer on the Nintendo GameCube, revisiting wave mechanics, extreme sports culture, and whether this sleeper hit deserves a second ride. Articles covered: https://www.eteknix.com/ubisoft-says-microtransactions-make-games-more-fun/  https://www.thegamer.com/microsoft-king-layoffs-replaced-by-ai-they-trained/     Want more Game Deflators content? Find us at www.thegamedeflators.com     Find us on Social Media Twitter @GameDeflators Instagram @TheGameDeflators Facebook @TheGameDeflators YouTube @The Game Deflators   Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18 

This week we talk about finishing games as a streamer, why it's better for the streamer and the viewer to not force themselves to complete games. The numerous faux pas we dislike in games. Our thoughts on Donkey Kong Banaza, FFXIV Dawntrail, the Mafia series, Neon Abyss 2 (and more) before getting into the news with Krafton v Subnautica heating up, Roblox dating, being replaced by AI and more! 0:00 - Intro1:00 - The worst show7:25 - Cohh quits Kojima28:00 - Finishing games47:00 - Gaming faux pas54:50 - Claptrap will have a volume slider in Borderlands 458:30 - Grounded is the best survival game1:10:00 - Mafia 31:27:00 - Donkey Kong Bananza1:56:50 - Ghost of Yotei Showcase2:02:50 - Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail2:12:50 - Zeke's Games2:16:40 - Neon Abyss 22:18:50 - Krafton vs Subnautica2:21:50 - Valve removes sex games2:33:00 - Microtransactions create fun!2:35:15 - Roblox dating2:45:00 - Lay-offs at King (Microsoft) replaced by AI2:46:40 - Destiny 2 Edge of Fate CCV way down2:51:00 - ShoutoutsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Zak and Aaron delve into the nitty-gritty of the Stop Killing Games movement — an initiative with the simple goal of persuading publishers to, well, stop killing games. From preservation to protecting consumer interests, Stop Killing Games aims to solve a lot of high-level problems, and your hosts have many thoughts to share.Oh, and feel free to jump ahead to Chapter 3 (or the 29-minute mark) if you don't want to hear two goobers explain what the initiative is in exhausting detail. Please, enjoy.Listen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck out MosscatMarket on EtsyCheck out even more MosscatMarket on Instagram

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#podcast #veterans #military This episode kicks off with tech troubles and personal updates, including new gear and a secret documentary in the works. The crew dives into real talk on health, lifestyle, and challenges in the veteran content space—touching on vices, respect, and intellectual property. With laughs, reflections, and a bit of long-range shooting talk, it's a mix of insight and entertainment.(00:14) Intro(12:02) Veterans, Gaming, and Channel Disputes(23:18) The Allure of Restricted Items(31:34) Gaming, Movies, and Merchandise Talk(45:58) Microtransactions, Games, and Comedy Banter(01:02:41) Price Gouging at Events(01:13:42) Firearms and Responsibility Discussion(01:28:54) Affordable Baseball Game ExperienceDD214 Network PodcastDirected & Produced by Jonathan ‘Clean' SanchezHosted by Joe Squillini & Jay CampbellEdited by Clean Sanchez Media, LLCMusic by Shrieks666 ("Shadow Surfing," "Voices Getting Louder") – Check them out on Bandcamp!Website: CleanSanchezMedia.comDisclaimer: This Podcast contains adult language. Adult Supervision is advised.Fair Use Disclaimer:The content provided on this podcast may include material subject to copyright protection. In accordance with the principles of "fair use" as defined in Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, the use of copyrighted material on this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research.The determination of whether the use of copyrighted material constitutes fair use is made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account various factors outlined in Section 107. The inclusion of such material is not an endorsement by the DD214 Network Podcast or Clean Sanchez Media, LLC, but is meant to enrich and contribute to discussions within the specified purposes of fair use. All copyrights and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.Shop official merch for DD214 Network: http://www.CleanSanchezMedia.com

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This week we talk about Star Wars celebration at Disneyland, Trader Sam's, Bobiverse, For All Mankind, Black Mirror, X-Com, Twilight Zone, The Amateur, The Rocketeer, Daredevil, K vs The Machine, Book Editing, Surprising movie performances, Microtransactions, Taurus Awards, Sony raising the price of the PS5, Oscar Award for stunt work, the future of Toho's Godzilla, and Road of Bones. You do You boo; it's time for a GeekShock!

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With the purchase of his new gaming monitor, RJ embarks on a quest to find speakers. His journey has a near run-in with the law?  Jared breaks down the finer details when producing a film on The IMAX screen. How many are there? Who uses them? And most importantly will this style of film making continue to be utilized?  Microtransactions have become the norm in modern gaming. RJ asks the question, “When is it enough?”  Like Share Comment Subscribe and Review

Welcome to Trilith Institute Talks!     In this episode of Trilith Institute Talks, host Hunter Barcroft discusses the future of the gaming industry with Todd Harris, CEO of Resurgens Gaming. Alongside film students Sydney Gene and Dusty, the conversation delves into Harris's impactful career in eSports and game development, from his early days at Hi-Rez Studios to his current ventures with Resurgens and Skill Shot. They discuss the evolution of gaming, the importance of community, and how gaming has adapted and thrived during the pandemic. Harris shares insights on starting a career in the gaming industry, the rise of free-to-play models, the significance of social gaming, and provides advice for indie developers on marketing their games. The episode also highlights the importance of game jams and offers resources for aspiring game developers.       Episode Timestamps     00:00 Introduction to Trilith Institute Talks 00:46 Meet Todd Harris: CEO of Resurgens Gaming 02:08 The Journey of High Res Studios 03:26 The Rise of eSports in Georgia 06:11 Gaming During the Pandemic 10:13 The Power of Gaming Communities 23:37 Marketing for Indie Game Developers 26:40 The Future of Gaming and Digital Distribution 28:25 The Future of Gaming and Streaming 29:56 The Impact of Microtransactions 31:24 Defining Microtransactions and Pay-to-Win 36:11 The Social Aspect of Gaming 40:52 The Indie Game Development Scene 48:17 Getting Started in the Game Industry 57:45 Conclusion and Final Thoughts     About Trilith Institute Support The Next Generation of Storytellers Take A Professional Education Course Get Involved With Trilith Institute Contact Us Follow Us On Social Media! Trilith Institute Talks Instagram Trilith Institute Instagram Trilith Institute Facebook Trilith Institute LinkedIn

The Average Gamer is HOW OLD?! | Chillin in the Party PodcastThink gaming is just for kids? Think again. This episode, we're breaking down the shocking truth about the real average gamer age. Plus, is Split Fiction an early Game of the Year contender? What's up with Avowed and Death Stranding 2? And why does Skate have microtransactions before release?Meanwhile, Spectre shuts down, Killing Floor 3 gets delayed, and Xbox is making next-gen moves. Oh, and the new Avatar reboot might be blaming Korra for everything?!Hit play, join the convo, and let's talk about it!

This week, Zak and Aaron sit down for a delightful conversation with Kevin Messenhimer, one of the co-founders of the indie game studio Fiveamp. The trio covers a broad range of topics as they follow Kevin's journey from a member of Intel's hardware team to his time at Gearbox Software and eventually to the recent release of NIMRODS on Steam Early Access. It's chock-full of insights into the development process, humorous anecdotes, and entertaining asides that the whole family is sure to love. Well, maybe not the whole family, but the point stands.Please, enjoy.Listen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck out MosscatMarket on EtsyCheck out even more MosscatMarket on Instagram

Rob Has a tweet that goes Viral, Mr.Fruit talks about the Microtransactions struggles the Bazar is going through and much more! Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/GGEZPodcast Reddit: reddit.com/r/MrFruit Mr. Fruit: http://www.youtube.com/user/MyMisterFruit http://www.youtube.com/c/MoreMrFruit http://www.twitch.tv/MyMisterFruit http://www.twitter.com/MrFruitYT Rhabby_V: http://www.twitch.tv/Rhabby_V  http://www.twitter.com/Rhabby_V BlueWestlo: http://www.twitch.tv/Bluewestlo  http://www.twitter.com/Bluewestlo Mr. Fruit, Rhabby_V and BlueWestlo take you on a magical ear-adventure every week on GG over EZ with discussions ranging from games to life stories every Sunday. They frequently create content on Mr. Fruit's YouTube channel under the guise "The Dream Team".  This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/GG and get on your way to being your best self. Your summer wardrobe awaits! Get 20% off @chubbies with the code ez at https://www.chubbiesshorts.com/ez #chubbiespod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Ben Potter, Peter Austin and Ashton Matthews as they run through listener questions, what they're playing, some weird gaming news, and their thoughts on EA adding microtransactions to the Skate closed alpha? What about the 110km walk someone took to draw Mario's face? This is the TripleJump gaming podcast.0:00 Intro22:36 What We Playin'48:57 WEIRD NEWS1:07:13 The Big DiscussionTo view the articles referenced in the podcast, please view the YouTube versionPresenters: Peter Austin (@ThatPeterAustin) & Ben Potter (@Confused_Dude) & Ashton Matthews (@ScrambledAshton)Editor: Ciaran Henry#Skate #EA #MarioFace--------------------------Subscribe for more wonderful video game content from Ben Potter, Peter Austin and Ashton Matthews!TripleJump provides video coverage of video games - including top ten lists featuring current gen platforms (PS4 & PS5, Xbox One & Xbox Series X/Xbox Series S, Nintendo Switch and PC), retro consoles (PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox and Sega), as well as WGE, video game challenges, launch games videos, first impressions, podcasts, livestreams and much, much more.Careers, contacts, and more information can be found on our website: http://tripleju.mp⇨ Patreon: https://Patreon.com/TeamTripleJump⇨ Twitch: https://Twitch.tv/TeamTripleJump⇨ Merchandise: https://triplejumpshop.com/⇨ Cameo: http://www.tripleju.mp/cameo/⇨ Livestream VODs: http://tripleju.mp/vods⇨ Podcast: https://play.acast.com/s/triplejump⇨ Twitter: https://Twitter.com/TeamTripleJump⇨ Facebook: https://facebook.com/TeamTripleJump⇨ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teamtriplejump/⇨ Discord: http://Bit.ly/TeamTripleJumpFollow the team on social media:• Ben: http://www.twitter.com/Confused_Dude & Confused_Dude on PSN• Peter: http://www.twitter.com/ThatPeterAustin & https://instagram.com/ThatPeterAustin• Ashton: http://www.twitter.com/ScrambledAshton & https://instagram.com/ScrambledAshtonFollow our friends!• Billy Ray Walrus: https://twitter.com/BillyRayBotrus• Rules Boss: https://twitter.com/ThisIsRulesBoss• Barbara Pis: https://twitter.com/pis_barbaraThe TripleJump Podcast is hosted by Acast, but available on Spotify, iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, and more!Acast: https://play.acast.com/s/triplejump Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Support us on Patreon here! Every Friday, the finest degenerate journalists on the internet serve up loud, irreverent, hilarious takes on gaming, drinking, pop culture, and everything in between. In this episode: Dom, Tiggy, and Bob welcome back on caster-extraordinaire Dandro to touch on a variety of topics in the gaming and esports world, including: Shroud's "Counter-Strike" Killer Is Already Dead Oblivion Might Be Getting Remade Skate Reboot Alpha Already Has Microtransactions? Your voicemails ...And more! 

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Scams are running rampant in the video game community, with NZXT's PC rental program of “bait-and-switch” tactics, with prices and specs that are constantly changing, being the most recent offender, according to The Verge. In this episode, host Paul John Spaulding is joined by Kyle Haglund, VP, Audio Engineering at Cybercrime Magazine, and Sam White, Video Producer at Cybercrime Magazine, to discuss their thoughts. • For more on cybersecurity, visit us at https://cybersecurityventures.com

What is the point of having an alternative to the traditional payment network like cryptocurrency, if you can't use it to buy a coffee or a pair of shoes? In this episode, Ian Andrews (CMO, Chainalysis) gets this question answered by Phillip Lord, President of Oobit, who has unlocked the technology with its crypto Tap and Pay solution to make crypto as easy to spend as using Visa or Mastercard. Phillip describes the company's innovative approach to dealing with crypto-to-fiat conversions, enabling users to pay with crypto and stablecoins in traditional settings without the typical hurdles of seed phrases and complex wallet integrations. He shares the vision of bringing these seamless payment options to Europe and expanding into new markets like South America, Africa and abroad, via partnerships and collaborations with Tether and prominent blockchain networks like TON.  Minute-by-minute episode breakdown 2 |  Simplifying crypto payments with Oobit's Tap-To-Pay solution 5 | Stripe acquires platform, Bridge: From traditional finance to stablecoin dominance 8 | Opportunities and challenges in crypto on-ramp and off-ramp processes 12 | Understanding the TON blockchain and other up and coming web3 projects 15 | Navigating regulatory challenges in global market expansion 18 | Political shifts and crypto market implications 20 | The future of tokenization and real world assets in crypto Related resources Check out more resources provided by Chainalysis that perfectly complement this episode of the Public Key. Website: Oobit: Pay for almost anything with crypto  Announcement: Oobit Launches iOS App for Seamless Crypto Tap Payments Article: Oobit Integrates Toncoin to Expand TON's Payment Ecosystem in Collaboration with Tether Press Release: Oobit 5X Rewards is here. Earn the Oobit way Article: Stripe Acquires Stablecoin Platform Bridge in Record $1.1 Billion Crypto Deal Announcement: Chainalysis Appoints Jonathan Levin as CEO Blog: Operation Destabilise: NCA Disrupts Multi-Billion Dollar Russian Money Laundering Network, OFAC Sanctions Related Individuals and Entities Reports: The 2024 Geography of Crypto Report (Download now!) Reports: The 2024 Crypto Maturity Journey: How Traditional Finance Can Adopt Cryptocurrency in Stages (Just Released - Download now!) YouTube: Chainalysis YouTube page Twitter: Chainalysis Twitter: Building trust in blockchain Speakers on today's episode Ian Andrews *Host* (Chief Marketing Officer, Chainalysis)  Phillip Lord (President, Oobit) This website may contain links to third-party sites that are not under the control of Chainalysis, Inc. or its affiliates (collectively “Chainalysis”). Access to such information does not imply association with, endorsement of, approval of, or recommendation by Chainalysis of the site or its operators, and Chainalysis is not responsible for the products, services, or other content hosted therein. Our podcasts are for informational purposes only, and are not intended to provide legal, tax, financial, or investment advice. Listeners should consult their own advisors before making these types of decisions. Chainalysis has no responsibility or liability for any decision made or any other acts or omissions in connection with your use of this material. Chainalysis does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, suitability or validity of the information in any particular podcast and will not be responsible for any claim attributable to errors, omissions, or other inaccuracies of any part of such material.  Unless stated otherwise, reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Chainalysis. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by Chainalysis employees are those of the employees and do not necessarily reflect the views of the company. 

From always-on DRM to the heartbreak of online games getting shut down, we look at the issues gamers encounter with the live service game model.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Embracer sells Gearbox to Take-Two and says it's done with its restructuring… does that mean they're going to start buying stuff all over again? Also: Eddy Gordo hits Tekken 8, Guild Wars 3 officially confirmed, Jim Ryan retires, and a lot of talk about where all of this stuff is heading over the next few years. Get ad-free podcasts, bonus shows and more over on Patreon!Support the show at https://patreon.com/jeffgerstmann

How are game microtransactions infuriating game players and why might we see more of them in the future? Plus Spotify is testing a fourth category of content alongside music, podcasts and books; online courses. And did Microsoft's Phil Spencer hint about a future handheld Xbox?Starring Tom Merritt, Trisha Hershberger, Roger Chang, Joe.Link to the Show Notes.