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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, Bob, and Tiggy touch on a variety of topics in the gaming and esports world, including:EA is divesting it's studios including BioWareLiteral pay-to-win Crypto-based battle royaleGTA VI to premiere game footage on NetflixYour voicemails...And more! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/not-another-gaming-podcast--6937021/support.For more, check us out at Twitch.tv/WickedGoodGaming, @WickedGoodGames on Twitter, and @WickedGoodGaming on all other platforms!

EA Sports has reversed course and taken out unpopular singleplayer microtransactions from College Football 27 thanks to backlash from their own content creator network. Xbox lays off most of iD Software, including many long time employees with deep institutional knowledge, and then says that the team is the same size as it was 10 years ago and this is good, actually. Bethesda's employee union is protesting the layoffs, especially considering some employees who had been with the company for decades were laid off. Then we talk to OLR about game collecting in this new era of digital-only distribution.

This week, Zak and Aaron are back to talk about the biggest event in the history of the games industry, and why it could still be considered a failure in the eyes of investors. That's right, Grand Theft Auto VI, the game to end all games and save manufacturers from languishing console sails, could absolutely flop. If its hotly anticipated online component doesn't just meet, but exceed the astronomical financial figures posted by GTA V since its launch in 2013, the future of Rockstar and its 5,000-plus employees may be a lot less stable than previously imagined.Sources:I Cant Believe You've Done This - PWee28Take-Two's real GTA 6 jackpot may not be the game itself - The StreetGTA 5 Statistics 2026 - Axis Intelligence ResearchGTA Online Leak Reveals $5 Billion In Revenue, Shocking Spending Habits - RockstarIntelGTA 6 is a 'singleplayer experience', leaving me to question what's going on with GTA Online - PC GamerGTA 6 Doesn't Mean The End Of GTA Online, Says Take-Two CEO - KotakuGTA 6 Has the Highest Break-Even Threshold in Entertainment History - GTABoomListen to Beach Girl on SpotifyCheck Out MosscatMarket on Instagram

Sony's reported plans to end physical disc production have reignited the debate over digital ownership, game preservation, rising prices, and what players actually own when they purchase a game. We discuss whether a digital-only PlayStation future is inevitable, what it could mean for collectors, and whether many longtime console players would finally move to PC. We also break down the approaching closure of the PS3 and PS Vita stores, Xbox's latest layoffs and studio restructuring, Obsidian's potential future with Fallout and The Elder Scrolls, and whether oversized AAA teams and layers of corporate management are making modern games more expensive and slower to develop. Plus, we discuss Palworld 1.0, Saros, LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, the return of the PS3, the absurd price of retro CRT televisions, and whether any video game can truly be considered objectively good or bad. All this and more! Join us! New episodes post every other Wednesday at 12PM CST/10AM PST! This show is possible thanks to the support of our Patrons. Consider becoming one today: https://www.patreon.com/nartech JOIN OUR DISCORD! Discuss PlayStation, gaming, movies, music, and the podcast with fellow fans: https://discord.gg/cEvKzqm Email/Tweet us your thoughts & suggestions:X: https://www.twitter.com/TriangleSqrdEmail: trianglesquaredpodcast@gmail.com PSN IDs:Brett - Chaimera086Chris - Figz21k ------------------------------------- 0:00 - Intro: They Took Our Discs!4:08 - Palworld 1.0 & What We've Been Playing18:06 - Reviving the PS3 & the Retro CRT Obsession28:07 - Xbox Layoffs & Obsidian's Fallout Future43:13 - Are Bloated AAA Studios Killing Game Development?52:20 - Can Games Be Objectively Good or Bad?1:03:34 - PlayStation Is Ending Physical Games in 20281:10:13 - Will Digital-Only Games Cost More?1:19:00 - Game Preservation, Licensing & Piracy1:38:33 - The PS3 and Vita Stores Are Closing1:46:36 - Will PlayStation Players Actually Move to PC?1:56:19 - Did Gamers Really Beat EA's Microtransactions? -------------------------------------

Bald füllt kein Mensch mehr Checkout-Formulare aus: KI-Agenten übernehmen die Produktsuche, treffen Kaufentscheidungen und bezahlen für uns. Doch was macht das mit der Zahlungsinfrastruktur dahinter – und welche Player werden aus der Kette gestrichen? Julius Danek ist Product Manager bei Stripe und arbeitet genau an dieser Zukunft. Am Rande der Stripe Tour in Berlin ordnet er ein, was Agentic Commerce wirklich bedeutet und warum es für Stripe eher Riesenchance als Bedrohung ist. Wir sprechen über die fünf Stufen des KI-Einkaufs (von der ausgefüllten Web-Form bis zur vollen Autonomie), über Machine Payments und Microtransactions im Cent-Bereich, warum Krypto und Stablecoins die perfekte Währung für Agenten sind, was das für Marktplätze, Marken und Vertrauen im Netz bedeutet – und wann das Ganze im Mainstream ankommt. Du erfährst... ...wie Agentic Commerce den Einkauf revolutioniert und welche Ebenen es gibt. ...welche Chancen und Herausforderungen Stripe in der Zukunft sieht. ...wie Machine Payments und Krypto die Zahlungswelt verändern. __________________________ ||||| PERSONEN |||||

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We react to the Instagram comments about Ciaran's comments on last week's episode, discuss the Xbox layoffs and talk about AC: Black Flag. SHOW DOT POINTS Dylan returns after a two-week break, sparking banter. The gaming industry is facing more negative news. Social media reactions to Kieran's comments are intense. Consumers are upset about corporate control in gaming. Companies prioritise profit over consumer interests. The gaming industry struggles with sustainability and layoffs. Physical media is becoming obsolete in gaming. Video game conservation is a growing concern. Consumer behaviour affects game sales and studio viability. The transition to digital media is inevitable and controversial. Limited-run physical editions may not work for games. Gamers often justify their digital purchases with physical purchases. Microtransactions have been a part of gaming for years. Single-player games with microtransactions shouldn't affect others. Xbox's restructuring reflects a broader industry trend. Layoffs are painful but sometimes necessary for survival. The gaming industry may see fewer AAA titles in the future. The quality of games may decline as budgets increase. IO Interactive is refocusing on core titles after losing funding. The Black Flag remake offers a fresh experience for new players. YOUR HOSTS

The boys are back after a week off, and David opens things up with a brutal dose of realism from College Football 27: taking Texas A&M to 10–1, sitting at No. 2 in the country, and still somehow finding a way to collapse at the end of the season. From there, Alex and David dive into first impressions of the new game, NIL mechanics, dynasty mode, microtransactions, and whether EA can actually be trusted with college football fans' hearts. Then it's World Cup time. The guys break down the magic of the tournament, the pain of rooting for the U.S. men's team, why soccer feels so different when the whole world is watching, and how Alex has suddenly become a Messi loyalist, Ronaldo skeptic, Argentina bandwagon rider, and full-time Ted Lasso emotional hostage. After that, it's a full NBA free agency check-in, including LeBron rumors, Rich Paul whiteboard chaos, LaMelo and Ant possibly becoming must-watch TV, Paul George continuing to cash checks, Kawhi going back to Toronto, Giannis upgrading from Milwaukee to Miami, Ja Morant landing in Portland, and the Lakers quietly assembling the whitest starting five in America. To close it out, the guys jump into UFC 329 and the return of Conor McGregor. David breaks down why Max Holloway should be the favorite, why Conor still creates the ultimate “what if,” and which undercard fights are actually worth watching — while Alex gets roasted for a UFC graphic that may or may not feature the right fighters. College football heartbreak, World Cup fever, NBA chaos, Conor McGregor hype, Ted Lasso anger, and just enough friendly disrespect to keep the friendship alive — pull up a chair and join the conversation!

In today's Daily Fix:Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced has debuted with a series-high 100,000 concurrent players on Steam. Although reviews have been very good so far, not everyone's happy. Many gamers are shocked at the amount of microtransactions, with some upset that they shelled out extra $$ for digital deluxe edition of what they assumed would be a content complete version of the game. Ubisoft has heard the complaints, but it's unclear if there will be any price adjustments or "make-good" for those who bought the digital deluxe edition. In other news, Call of Duty: Blacks Ops 1 and 2 have officially been ported to the PS4 and PS5, but don't expect a comprehensive remaster. The folks at Digital Foundry have found the games to be lacking in modern technical flourishes like 4K resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate (the games are capped at 1080p60). And finally, we end the week with a roundup of the latest game releases.

Get every episode of The Dumb Zone by subscribing to the show at DumbZone.com or Patreon.com/TheDumbZoneIt's the release date of the college football video game which used to mean a midnight release and a finished product, now it means microtransactions in single player modes. Von Miller stirred up controversy, youth sports could be to blame for the U.S.'s lack of dominance in soccer, and Brett Yormark had too much Monster to handle this question appropriately (00:00) - Open: Microtransactions (27:27) - Brett Yormark juggling Monster and Texas Tech (45:43) - Why isn't the U.S. better at soccer? (01:00:10) - DFW Sports: Von Miller and GILF batting practice (01:13:57) - Big Thursday Viewer Mail Bag (01:54:25) - News: Kid struck by lightning playing video games (02:09:19) - VM birthdays/Today in History ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys talked about the Question of the Day: "Would you time travel to the past or the future?" Later in the hour, Connor Nute shared his disappointment about the Microtransactions within video games. In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys talked about Mike Clay's NFL roster rankings and what teams are sleepers when it comes to the Super Bowl. Later in the hour, Casey Lee Veser joined the show and talked about the music event that is happening tonight at Barlines at the Omni tonight at 5 pm. In the third hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, Nick Frazier ranted about the USMNT's performance against Belgium and whether or not Christian Pulisic is "the guy" of the USMNT. Later in the hour, the guys talked about the sponsorship deal between the Big 12 Conference and Monster Energy drink. To finish the hour, the guys competed in Where Are They Now?

In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys talked about the Question of the Day: "Would you time travel to the past or the future?" Later in the hour, Connor Nute shared his disappointment about the Microtransactions within video games. Listen to hear more.  

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.

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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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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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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