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Interactivity is this medium's entire thing. It's a composite of many other art forms: everything from prose, to sculpture, to television. What it cribs from those things is often its weakest work, but what it does brilliantly and almost singularly is give the audience some control within the experience. All art is interactive on some level, in that the relationship between a creative work, its author, and its enjoyer is always a conversation of sorts. We project our own world view onto motionless hunks of marble. Our own life experiences onto flat planes of pigmented acrylics. Our own cultural conditioning onto Ant and Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway. And there's those Choose Your Own Adventure books that give you some sense of a branching narrative and are also rubbish. But games? You may inhabit entire worlds beyond the screen via a proxy. An avatar quite often of our own design. An effective physical presence. Games don't just tell us what Narnia is like: they let us stick a steel toe-capped size twelve through the fucking wardrobe, mate. We all get to be Dorothy, except instead of a nippy wee dug we've got an AK-47 and a bandolier of frag grenades. This medium doesn't need to be better at imparting meaning through narrative than all the places it steals from, because it does something that none of those other things can: freedom to change the script. Whether it's through small, inconsequential choices like whether to shoot a guy in the bonce or the willy, or full-on branching narratives with multiple possible origin stories, middles, and endings, games are more or less what you put into them. Namely, you. But what is the best game that lets you control the narrative? Let's ask our esteemed panel of professional Game Likers from VG247, which is sort of like Eurogamer but communist.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gaming is full of rings of power: from RPG trinkets that give your character a small but pivotal buff to a critical stat, warp rings that provide instantaneous transport for Sonic the Hedgehog, and beastly racing circuits. Not to mention, er, the actual rings of power from Lord of the Rings. Season 2 of Amazon Prime's Rings of Power inspired this topic, obviously. Well I like it anyway. That makes one of us. So, which is the best game that features a ring of power, or Powerful Ring? To find out, we assembled this panel of VG247's finest talking heads in order to record this, the latest episode of our pokey little panel game. Featuring Jim Trinca, Tom Orry, Connor Makar, and Alex Donaldson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

VGC's Jordan Middler and VG247's Alex Donaldson talk over their early thoughts on Capcom's latest remaster. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Schon im Mai ging die vermutlich größte Spiele-Webseite der Welt bzw. ihre Besitzer auf große Einkaufstour und erwarben unter anderem Eurogamer, VG247 und Rock Paper Shotgun. Damit kontrolliert das Verlagshaus Ziff Davies einen ganz erheblichen Teil der englischsprachigen Spielepresse. Über die Hintergründe dieses Einkaufs und ihre Bedeutung soll es in dieser Folge gehen. Und wenn wir schon mal dabei sind, nehmen wir natürlich auch die deutschsprachige Branche unter die Lupe. Wie laufen eigentlich die Online-Angebote von GameStar, PC Games und Co? Kommt nach dem Sinkflug der Hefte nun auch der Sinkflug der Online-Magazine? Und was hat der „neue“ Tech-Kanal der GameStar damit zu tun? Finden Sie‘s raus! Finden Sie‘s raus! Timecodes: 00:00:00 - Einleitung 00:04:55 - Das Gamernetwork, Chefetagen in Redaktionen heute, Marktanteil bei Frauen 00:40:31 - Der Markt in den USA, Bedeutung und Selbstverständnis der Branche 01:00:35 - Wo bleibt der Journalismus bei der ganzen Sache? 01:15:26 - Magazine in Deutschland

There's now a premium, extended version of this podcast that you can get as a VG247.com paid subscriber - check out our Support Us page for more info. Doing so helps ensure that we can keep making the show! But don't worry if that's not for you, the main show will always be free. Still inspired by last week's topic, we thought we'd flip it on its head an ask perhaps an even more pertinent question in an age of decade-long marketing campaigns: what's the best rubbish game that had a great reveal trailer? Baffled by the concept of how a rubbish game can be "best"? Listen, don't worry about it. Games media is full of this contradictory rubbish. We often say things like, for example, "a good 7/10 game is better than a bad 9/10 game". And it makes a perverse sort of sense. Except when it doesn't. Speaking of perverse, this week we're lucky enough to welcome Eurogamer's Ian Higton onto our humble little show. He's only the second person from Eurogamer we've managed to snag, because those guys are usually too busy coming up with cheap puns, but his showdown with Tom in his debut episode is one for the ages. We're also joined by Connor, who seemed determined to sabotage himself this week but blame it on Jim (me). Typical. To find out why Connor lost, and who won out of Tom Orry and Ian Higton, you'll just have to watch or listen to this week's excitig installment of The Best Games Ever podcast via one of the handy methods below. And no, we don't know why Jim is once again wearing sunglasses and a bandana. Apart from the fact that he's a riddy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It won't have escaped your notice, dear viewer or listener, that the last episode - our incredible two-part 100th episode special quickfire edition - featured six contestants instead of the usual three. It may have escaped your notice, however, that 50% of them were not actually VG247 staff. This has caused certain ripples at VG247 Towers. Realising I may have triggered a full-on staff revolt, with its ire pointed squarely in my direction, I felt it wise last week to pretend to be ill and get Tom to host the podcast instead. Tom, being the great mediator that he is, not only stepped seamlessly into the host role but also managed to get everyone to calm down and thwarted a live mutiny attempt during the recording. With everyone suitably placated, we'll back to normal next week. But what's the best game where everyone's mad at you even though you've done nothing wrong? To find out, you'll have to listen to this.... unorthodox edition of The Best Games Ever Podcast. The extended bit for subs only is *very* special this week, so if you want in on that, become a Bestie for just £2.99 a month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on Lets Play: Daily Gaming News-State of Play | May 30, 2024 | [English]Activision wins $14.5 million in Call of Duty cheat maker lawsuitStar Citizen still doesn't have a release date, but has raised over $700mFriday Re:Play-Rolling Stone establishes new gaming verticalIGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and moreTwitch now lets you filter out and blur unwanted sexualised contentFollow Nate on Twitter @NateBenderama Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apologies on the incorrect upload previously, and thanks to folks for pointing it out! Support Inside Games on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insidegamesYT Hosted by: Lawrence: http://twitch.tv/sirlarr | Bruce: http://twitch.tv/brucegreene | Brian: https://www.twitch.tv/briangaar Edited by: ShooklynTV: https://linktr.ee/Shooklyn Written by: Lawrence Sonntag & Brian Gaar Sources -- [X, Call of Duty] https://x.com/callofduty/status/1793635518648836544, https://x.com/CallofDuty/status/1793628000598077742, https://x.com/CallofDuty/status/1793707179633230122 [The Truth Lies] https://thetruthlies.com/ [X, Charlie Intel] https://x.com/charlieINTEL/status/1793636471553036712 [Call of Duty] Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Official Comms Now Activated - Worldwide Reveal Announced for Sunday, June 9 - https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2024/05/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-official-comms.html [IGN] IGN Entertainment Acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun, and More - https://www.ign.com/articles/ign-entertainment-acquires-eurogamer-gi-vg247-rock-paper-shotgun-and-more [Gamespot] IGN Buys Gamer Network Sites, Layoffs In Progress - https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ign-buys-gamer-network-sites-layoffs-in-progress/1100-6523610/ [Eurogamer] Eurogamer has a new parent company - https://www.eurogamer.net/eurogamer-has-a-new-parent-company [Insider Gaming] EXCLUSIVE – XDefiant Hits 1 Million Unique Players Within 2.5 Hours of Launch - https://insider-gaming.com/xdefiant-player-numbers/ [GamesRadar] For the first time in 28 years, Super Mario 64 has been beaten without using the A button – and it only took 86 hours - https://www.gamesradar.com/games/platformer/for-the-first-time-in-28-years-super-mario-64-has-been-beaten-without-using-the-a-button-and-it-only-took-86-hours/ [Twitch] Marbler Beats Super Mario 64 in 0 A Presses! - https://clips.twitch.tv/ZanyIntelligentSwanAMPTropPunch-7MB14zIDcRvO0X-a [YouTube, pannenkoek2012] SM64 - Watch for Rolling Rocks - 0.5x A Presses - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpk2tdsPh0A Music — Switch It Up - Silent Partner https://youtu.be/r_HRbXhOir8 Get Back - Silent Partner https://youtu.be/iQYmgOrPEvs Funk Down - MK2 https://youtu.be/SPN_Ssgqlzc

One-hundred episodes. 100 weeks of The Best Games Ever podcast. I can scarcely believe it. On a personal note, it's been wonderful to host this stupid, daft, funny, sometimes even informative show about games past and present, with its mad politics and meta-games, running gags, plot twists, special guests, and so on. Tom asked me to host it on a freelance basis at first, and it was working with the brilliant VG247 team on this ad-hoc basis that convinced me to snap up the opportunity when he later invited me to put throw my hat in to replace the brilliant Dorrani Williams as VG247's Video Person. We're definitely not the biggest gaming podcast in the world, or England, or Basingstoke, but we are as far as I'm concerned one of the best. Onto business, then. For the 100th episode we decided to come up with 100 episode topics and blow them all on one huge quiz round, with individual buzzers and everything. Inviting some favourite guests to return (Owen, Richie, and Burns) with the promise that, yes, however many points you score in this mammoth episode they will be added to your overall total for the series. If you want to know who came out on top, you'll have to wait for part two next week. But this here part one that you can watch or listen to below is, in and of itself, an extremely fun time that we hope you enjoy listening to as much as we enjoyed recording it. Prepare for bickering. Prepare for petty arguments and appeals to a non-existent rulebook. Prepare for Connor managing to score some points despite technically not even competing. Here's to another 100! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the weekly GI Microcast giving you the latest in video games news. Join James Batchelor and Chris Dring where they give you their take on the biggest stories in video games. Never miss an episode and subscribe to the GI Microcast on all podcasting platforms and YouTube. Join them every Monday for more video games news.  This week, we discuss (to the extent that we can, given how early into the transition period we are) our change of ownership with IGN parent Ziff Davis acquiring Gamer Network Ltd and its brands, which includes GamesIndustry.biz and our sister sites Eurogamer, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more. We also talk about the new leadership at Helldivers 2 developer Arrowhead Games as well as the studio's ambitions for the future, which you can read more about in Chris' interview on the site. Finally, we reflect on the impact of the other acquisitions announced last week; namely, Nintendo taking Shiver Entertainment off Embracer Group's hands, and Atari ending the first console war by snapping up the Intellivision brand. ► Newsletter sign-up - https://www.gamesindustry.biz/newsletters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

¡Ya está aquí vuestra ración semanal de vuestro podcast favorito! Con la participación de: ✔️ Juan Tejerina · @jtvillamuera ✔️ Ramiro Díez · @Ramisfactions ✔️ Juan Pedro Prat · @JuanpePrat_ ✔️ Javier Bello · @Javi_B_C ✔️ Dan Puerta al Sótano · @dan_chaos ✔️ Yugita-Chan · @YugitaChan Intro musical de GTM Restart creada por Pitypob · @pitypob2 ✌ Cuña publicitaria cortesía de Javier Ruíz · @javucho_3 ⚙️ Edición y Montaje: Javier Bello · @Javi_B_C GTM LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/gtmediciones *Canal de Yugita-chan*: https://www.youtube.com/@YugitaChan *Canal de Dan*: https://www.youtube.com/@Dan-PuertaAlSotano Micrófonos Pulse gracias al apoyo de NZXT https://nzxt.com/en-DE ================ ACTUALIDAD - Neil Drukmann habla sobre el próximo proyecto de Naugthy Dog y declara "puede redefinir la percepción del videojuego mainstream". - Comentaremos los datos que ofrece el anuario 2023 de AEVI en relación a la industria del videojuego en España. - Nintendo adquiere Shiver Entertainment para reforzar el porting a sus consolas así cómo su presencia en Estados Unidos. - IGN Entertaiment adquiere Gamer Network, conglomerado de medios informativos de videojuegos y tecnología que incluye Eurogamer, VG247, GamesIndusy.bin entre otras muchas cabeceras. MELOCOTONAZO "La Eterna Partida" — Macallister Project ft. Yugita-chan https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFZBs57IqdA&ab_channel=YugitaChan THE MASKED CHARACTER - Es el momento de desenmascarar al penúltimo de los Knuckles y que el Knuckles final haga acto de presencia. RECTA FINAL - Como siempre, cerraremos hablando de los juegos que nos han ocupado esta semana junto con la ración de caspa rancia en la despedida. ================ GTM (Games Tribune Magazine) 2024 @GamesTribune www.gamestribune.com

With the first half of 2024 soon approaching, we take a look at the indie games that we're looking forward to playing the most when they arrive sometime later this year (hopefully)! Level 857 Video Game Podcast Ep-313: What Are Your Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2024? 00:00 - Intro 03:36 - Games Played Discussion - Pico Park, Abathor (demo) 09:45 - Al played Blasphemous 2, Mullet Mad Jack 15:30 - Choco played Tekken 8, Vampire Survivors 22:20 - Turb played God of War: Ragnarok, Cyber Shadow 25:56 - Stikz played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth 27:17 - Stal played Flynn the Son of Crimson 34:08 - Indie Game of the Week Spotlight - The Swords of Ditto 39:27 - Assassin's Creed Shadow Sparks Controversy Over Black Samurai 48:23 - MultiVersus Trailer Reveals First Look at Jason Voorhees From Friday the 13th and Agent Smith From the Matrix 55:29 - IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more 1:00:31 - Zeebo Emulator Makes "Lost" Double Dragon And Crash Bandicoot Games Playable Again 1:04:40 - Break: Free Game Giveaway Reminder 1:08:40 - What Are Your Most Anticipated Indie Games of 2024? If you enjoyed the podcast and would like to show support, feel free to do so in any of the following ways below: (1) Subscribe and share this podcast with close friends/family (2) Rate/Review us on your preferred podcasting platform: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857 (3) Anyone interested in making a donation can do so here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support (4) Hit the bell and subscribe to our live podcast and multiplayer, co-op gaming channel: https://goo.gl/Zy9RTD --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/level857/support

(00:00) Start och snack om luftrenare, pollen, covid-19, Adam Alsing, rykten inför showcases (09:47) Dagens innehållsförteckning (10:47) Senua's Saga: Hellblade II (26:37) XDefiant (42:22) Call of Duty Black Ops 6 annonserat (50:41) Kommer Game Pass att stuvas om? (55:12) Microsoft pratade AI i Minecraft och visade upp Copilot+ (1:02:39) Naughty Dog säger att AI kommer att revolutionera speltillverkning (1:04:39) IGN köper upp Eurogamer, GamesIndustry, VG247 med flera (1:08:14) Rolling Stone startar en spelavdelning (1:12:35) Embracer säljer studion Shiver till Nintendo (1:15:01) V Rising släpps till PS5 den 11 juni (1:17:05) Arrowhead byter VD och Helldivers II-uppdateringar kommer med längre uppehåll  (1:22:26) Veckans spelsläpp: Multiversus, Capes, F1 24 Mer information finns att läsa på vår hemsida ⁠⁠https://www.gejmapod.se⁠⁠ och följ oss gärna på Twitter ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/GejmaPod⁠⁠. Gå med i vår Discord: https://www.gejmapod.se/discord Vår Youtube-kanal: https://www.youtube.com/@gejmapod

Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Acceso anticipado para Fans - APÓYANOS si te gusta en https://www.elbatallonpluto.com/mecenas "EBP 9x26 - La precariedad del periodismo, Neil Druckmann la lía, Devolver Digital Showcase, CoD Black Ops 6 y más" Se avecinan grandes cambios en el periodismo de videojuegos después de que IGN haya comprado medios como Eurogamer, VG247 o Rock Paper Shotgun. Se trata de un movimiento empresarial que refleja el débil estado de la profesión, continuamente debatiéndose entre condiciones laborales precarias e intereses comerciales que se toman en un despacho. Por otro lado, Neil Druckmann, el director de The Last of Us, habla sobre el impacto de la inteligencia artificial en los videojuegos. Han sido unas declaraciones controvertidas que han tenido respuesta por parte de otros profesionales del sector. Y quédate con nosotros porque ya hay fecha para el evento anual de Devolver Digital que nos traerá locuras y videojuegos, un divertido tándem con el que la compañía siempre sale a ganar. ------ En este programa han participado Atreides (@AtreidesXXI) y Sergio Tur (@serturjo).Escucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de El Batallón Pluto. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/163568

Dylan shares his thoughts on three games this week, leading with the highly anticipated Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, before getting into Duck Detective: The Secret Salami, and No Rest For The Wicked. Show Dot Points The launch of the Pokemon Center in Australia and New Zealand is highly anticipated. There is a suggestion that Hideo Kojima should make a Mad Max video game The Summer Game Fest is an event to look forward to, but expectations should be tempered. Upcoming gaming showcases and events like the Summer Game Fest and E3 generate excitement and anticipation among gamers. No Rest For The Wicked is an early access ARPG that combines Diablo and Souls-like combat elements, but some mechanics, like the need to constantly craft health potions, can be frustrating. Duck Detective is a cozy detective adventure game where players take on the role of a duck detective, solving the mystery of a stolen salami. The game features humorous writing, fully voice-acted characters, and word-solving puzzles. The length of a game should not solely determine its value; shorter games can still provide a satisfying and enjoyable experience. Pricing should be based on the overall quality and experience of the game rather than just its length. Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Episode Timecodes 00:00:00 - Hello 00:01:30 - Today On The Show 00:01:42 - Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Review 00:22:41 - Pokemon Centre Is Coming To AUSNZ 00:25:03 - Who Should Make A Mad Max Game? 00:29:49 - Summer Game Fest 2024 Schedule  00:44:42 - IGN Entertainment Buys All The Competition 00:50:09 - No Rest For The Wicked Early Access Review 00:58:04 - Duck Detective: The Secret Salami Review Resources Pokemon Centre is launching in Australia and New Zealand soon - Explosion Network Hideo Kojima Best Person to Make a Mad Max Video Game, Reckons Franchise Director Summer Game Fest 2024 Schedule: Australian times for all the showcases in June-August - Explosion Network IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more | GamesIndustry.biz No Rest For The Wicked - Early Access Review - Explosion Network Koalaty Critics: Senua's Saga: Hellblade II - Australian Review Roundup - Explosion Network Duck Detective: The Secret Salami Review - Introducing Eugene McQuacklin - Explosion Network Arcade Couch Credits: Music by: Dylan Blight Art by: Cherie Henriques Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration All Episodes: https://explosionnetwork.com/arcade-couch/ Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

Support Inside Games on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/insidegamesYT Hosted by: Lawrence: http://twitch.tv/sirlarr | Bruce: http://twitch.tv/brucegreene | Brian: https://www.twitch.tv/briangaar Edited by: ShooklynTV: https://linktr.ee/Shooklyn Written by: Lawrence Sonntag & Brian Gaar Sources -- [X, Call of Duty] https://x.com/callofduty/status/1793635518648836544, https://x.com/CallofDuty/status/1793628000598077742, https://x.com/CallofDuty/status/1793707179633230122 [The Truth Lies] https://thetruthlies.com/ [X, Charlie Intel] https://x.com/charlieINTEL/status/1793636471553036712 [Call of Duty] Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Official Comms Now Activated - Worldwide Reveal Announced for Sunday, June 9 - https://www.callofduty.com/blog/2024/05/call-of-duty-black-ops-6-official-comms.html [IGN] IGN Entertainment Acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun, and More - https://www.ign.com/articles/ign-entertainment-acquires-eurogamer-gi-vg247-rock-paper-shotgun-and-more [Gamespot] IGN Buys Gamer Network Sites, Layoffs In Progress - https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ign-buys-gamer-network-sites-layoffs-in-progress/1100-6523610/ [Eurogamer] Eurogamer has a new parent company - https://www.eurogamer.net/eurogamer-has-a-new-parent-company [Insider Gaming] EXCLUSIVE – XDefiant Hits 1 Million Unique Players Within 2.5 Hours of Launch - https://insider-gaming.com/xdefiant-player-numbers/ [GamesRadar] For the first time in 28 years, Super Mario 64 has been beaten without using the A button – and it only took 86 hours - https://www.gamesradar.com/games/platformer/for-the-first-time-in-28-years-super-mario-64-has-been-beaten-without-using-the-a-button-and-it-only-took-86-hours/ [Twitch] Marbler Beats Super Mario 64 in 0 A Presses! - https://clips.twitch.tv/ZanyIntelligentSwanAMPTropPunch-7MB14zIDcRvO0X-a [YouTube, pannenkoek2012] SM64 - Watch for Rolling Rocks - 0.5x A Presses - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpk2tdsPh0A Music — Switch It Up - Silent Partner https://youtu.be/r_HRbXhOir8 Get Back - Silent Partner https://youtu.be/iQYmgOrPEvs Funk Down - MK2 https://youtu.be/SPN_Ssgqlzc

Falaremos, neste episodio, com Jonas e Vinicius! 2 dos responsáveis pela localização do jogo Hollow Knight. Conversamos não só de como foi o trabalho, como também, sobre as curiosidades dessa maravilha de jogo que nunca vai envelhecer. Aperte start e vem com a gente! --- Episódios novos sobre videogames e tecnologia todas as sextas-feiras. Escolha seu agregador favorito clicando no link:

Já parou para pensar como surgem os itens de roupa inspirados em seus jogos favoritos? O processo de licenciamento, merchandising e venda? Há trâmites por trás dos produtos e hoje falaremos sobre isso!Notícias da Semana:GTA VI confirmado para a primavera de 2025Sony estaria planejando novo PSP capaz de rodar games de PS4Larian Studios funda novo escritório e confirma produção de RPGs “ambiciosos”IGN Entertainment compra Eurogamer, VG247, Games Industry e vários outros portaisTake-Two afirma que não fechou estúdios de OlliOlli World e Kerbal Space ProgramTrailer ÉPICO destaca a história do DLC de Elden Ring; assista!Lançamentos da semana:Multiversus (PS5/Xbox Series/PC) - 28 de maioHorizon Chase 2 (PS4/PS5/Xbox One/Xbox Series) - 30 de maioF1 24 (PS4/PS5/Xbox One/Xbox Series/PC) - 31 de maioMinutagem: 00:00 - Abertura06:00 - Merchandising de games com Jorge Ramalho1:08:48 - Notícias da Semana1:08:52 - GTA VI confirmado para a primavera de 20251:13:03 - Sony estaria planejando novo PSP capaz de rodar games de PS41:18:20 - Larian Studios funda novo escritório e confirma produção de RPGs “ambiciosos”1:22:20 - IGN Entertainment compra Eurogamer, VG247, Games Industry e vários outros portais1:30:00 - Take-Two afirma que não fechou estúdios de OlliOlli World e Kerbal Space Program1:34:12 - Trailer ÉPICO destaca a história do DLC de Elden Ring; assista!1:39:00 - Lançamentos da Semana1:45:10 - Comentários dos ouvintes1:50:02 - Despedida

On this week's episode, Nathan and Gita are joined by Janus Rose, author of Aftermath's first-ever freelance piece (made possible by subscribers like you!). She tells us about what inspired her to write her piece, which focuses on parallels between Final Fantasy VII and real-world resistance movements in the face of imperialism. Then we discuss IGN's purchase of The Gamer Network – which includes sites like Eurogamer, Rock Paper Shotgun, GamesIndustry.biz, and VG247 – and ensuing layoffs, which feeds into a conversation about media consolidation in general. Somehow, we also find time to talk about Scott Pilgrim and share some recipes we like.   Credits - Hosts: Nathan Grayson, Gita Jackson, & special guest Janus Rose  - Podcast Production & Ads: Multitude - Subscribe to Aftermath!   About The Show Aftermath Hours is the flagship podcast of Aftermath, a worker-owned, subscription-based website covering video games, the internet, and everything that comes after from journalists who previously worked at Kotaku, Vice, and The Washington Post. Each week, games journalism veterans Luke Plunkett, Nathan Grayson, Chris Person, Riley MacLeod, and Gita Jackson – though not always all at once, because that's too many people for a podcast – break down video game news, Remember Some Games, and learn about Chris' frankly incredible number of special interests. Sometimes we even bring on guests from both inside and outside the video game industry! I don't know what else to tell you; it's a great time. Simply by reading this description, you're already wasting time that you could be spending listening to the show. Head to aftermath.site for more info.

Μπαίνουμε σε σκέψεις για το Hellblade II, κυρίως για να ξεχάσουμε ότι η Nintendo αγόρασε ομάδα που θα αναλάβει ports. Ports; Τι ports; Get in touch: Email | Twitter Ι Facebook Group Hosted by: Elias Pappas - Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Manos Vezos - The Vez | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Ι Apple Music Studio things Activision Blizzard Activision Announces Elsewhere Entertainment, New Studio Formed to Develop All-New Franchise Amazon Games Bucharest Amazon opens new studio in Bucharest Larian Studios "LARIAN STUDIOS EXPANDS ITS HORIZONS BY ANNOUNCING NEW POLISH STUDIO" London Studio PlayStation's London Studio shuts down after over 20 years Nintendo + Shiver Entertainment Nintendo acquires Switch port specialist Shiver Entertainment from Embracer IGN Entertainment + Gamer Network IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more Αποτελέσματα Take-Two Interactive Take-Two confirms no Grand Theft Auto 6 in current fiscal year Take-Two says cancelled games weren't ‘core franchise' titles Zelnick on Roll7 and Intercept Games: "We didn't shutter those studios" 2K will reveal a sequel to one of its ‘biggest and most beloved franchises' next month Embracer Group Embracer Group full-year sales rise to $3.9bn, but $1.5bn debt remains Bandai Namco Bandai Namco reports record sales and rise in profits despite video game decline Project Latitude Microsoft's quest for short-term $$$ is doing long-term damage to Windows, Surface, Xbox, and beyond Xbox + Copilot Microsoft shows how its Copilot AI will be able to give game advice to players in real time Senua's Saga: Hellblade II True Ending 127: Senua's Saga: Hellblade II | Review

Songs of Conquest metacritichttps://www.metacritic.com/game/songs-of-conquest/Hellblade 2 metacritic https://www.metacritic.com/game/senuas-saga-hellblade-ii/ Nintendo ha acquisito Shiver, lo studio che ha convertito Hogwarts Legacy su Nintendo Switchhttps://multiplayer.it/notizie/nintendo-ha-acquisito-lo-studio-che-ha-portato-hogwarts-legacy-su-nintendo-switch.html NeoSprint - Release Date Trailerhttps://youtu.be/i6jXTy0_99I Steam: supporto tecnico conferma che non è possibile lasciare l'account in eredità, quindi non moritehttps://multiplayer.it/notizie/steam-supporto-tecnico-conferma-che-non-possibile-lasciare-account-eredita.html Black Myth: WuKong - Official WeGame Event Trailerhttps://youtu.be/F6yfej-uzYI Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Doorhttps://www.metacritic.com/game/paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door/ IGN ha acquistato Eurogamer, GamesIndustry.biz, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun e Dicebreakerhttps://multiplayer.it/notizie/ign-ha-acquistato-eurogamer-gamesindustrybiz-vg247-rock-paper-shotgun-e-dicebreaker.html ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree: NUOVO TRAILER Sottotitolato in Italianohttps://youtu.be/Ft5X9CE1sak Amazon Games apre il suo primo studio in Europa, a Bucharesthttps://multiplayer.it/notizie/amazon-games-apre-il-suo-primo-studio-in-europa-a-bucharest.html Il "rivale di Stray" è già un successo, grazie a Xbox Game Passhttps://www.spaziogames.it/notizie/il-rivale-di-stray-e-gia-un-successo-grazie-a-xbox-game-pass Need for Speed Unbound si "trasforma" in Need for Speed: Undergroundhttps://www.spaziogames.it/notizie/need-for-speed-unbound-si-trasforma-in-need-for-speed-underground Hauntii Metacritichttps://www.metacritic.com/game/hauntii/ Sony's Creative Entertainment Vision | Official Videohttps://youtu.be/mq7Jg_1hGTo Atari ha comprato Intellivision con tutto il suo catalogo di giochihttps://multiplayer.it/notizie/atari-comprato-intellivision-catalogo-di-giochi.html Strange Antiquities - Game Reveal Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ma1lDaPi82U Alone in the Dark è stato un flop, c'è incertezza per gli sviluppatorihttps://www.spaziogames.it/notizie/alone-in-the-dark-e-stato-un-flop-ce-incertezza-per-gli-sviluppatori Capes metacritichttps://www.metacritic.com/game/capes/ Sony si prepara a nuove acquisizioni: stanziati 12 miliardi di dollari da spendere in tre annihttps://it.ign.com/ps5/210718/news/sony-si-prepara-a-nuove-acquisizioni-stanziati-12-miliardi-di-dollari-da-spendere-in-tre-anni

Download for Mobile | Podcast Preview | Full Timestamps Parent-social Relationship This Is Not a Game Journalism Podcast Kingdom Hearts is Finally on PC! Yasuke Arrives! Neutral Nobunaga Bursting With Ambition! Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree Story Trailer Discussion FF14's Biggest Dos & Don'ts Watch live: twitch.tv/castlesuperbeast Go to http://expressvpn.com/superbeast to get 3 extra months free with a 12-month plan. ELDEN RING Shadow of the Erdtree | Story Trailer Big Boy Boxing - A Punch-Out & Cuphead Inspired Boss Rush Boxing Game! (New Challengers!) Assassin's Creed Shadows: available November 15, 2024 Hellblade 2 mixed reviews "Hellblade II actively harms the franchise's standing as a well-researched and sympathetic portrayal of mental health." Does it? I think you will find there to be some unexpected characters' — Street Fighter 6 Director Takayuki Nakayama on Season 2 DLC Kingdom Hearts is coming to Steam: HD 1.5 + 2.5 ReMIX, HD 2.8 Final Chapter Prologue and Kingdom Hearts III + Re Mind (DLC) launch on June 13th IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more    

Georgia digs deep into the enshittification of dating apps, and pays dearly as a result. Mike talks to Aftermath co-founder Luke Plunkett about recent, massive changes to Google's Page Rank algorithm, and the risk of reconfiguring entire industries to pander to search traffic. And also: An AI Voice Clone of Mike is set to *maximum chaos*. Show Notes:Become a Never Post member at https://www.neverpo.st/–Call us at 651 615 5007 to leave a voice mailDrop us a voice memo via airtableOr email us at theneverpost at gmail dot comSee what interstitials we need submissions for–Intro LinksBelle Delphine earned over $90K selling jars of her bathwater in 2019. PayPal only released her money this week – Katie Notopulous, Business InsiderSlack has been using data from your chats to train its machine learning models – Will Shanklin, EngadgetIt's the End of Google Search As We Know It – Lauren Goode, WIREDUber and Lyft agree to deal with state lawmakers on minimum pay rates for drivers – Max Nesterak, Minnesota ReformerIGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more –  Christopher Dring, gameindustry.bizIGN buys Eurogamer, VG247, and Rock Paper Shotgun – layoffs have already started – Game Central, Metro.co.ukNever Post at XOXO 2024 12 Best Podcasts of 2024 (So Far) – Lauren Passell, Lifehacker Mike on Blocked Party–Dating Apps (derogatory)Dating Apps: The Uncertainty of Marketised Lovehttps://www.tiktok.com/@officialbrept/video/7028325781537393925?_t=8lrDLmaKbTa&_r=1https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahgraser/video/7117094997484309806?_r=1&_t=8ly4uYqQrPDhttps://www.tiktok.com/@harmonythread/video/7262952885158235435?_t=8lwOVY3O0LP&_r=1https://www.tiktok.com/@hannahgraser/video/7125991346489314603?_t=8lwOSDK1l3H&_r=1https://www.tiktok.com/@jordanzhang13/video/7036251495951535366?_t=8m88ojNTm3y&_r=1–Google ScruplesFind Luke at Aftermath.siteGoogle Kneecaps Loads Of Very Big Websites After SEO ChangeWorkers At The Gamurs Group Of Video Game Websites Describe It As ‘Hell'The Perfect Webpage: How the internet reshaped itself around Google's search algorithms –Never Post's producers are Audrey Evans, Georgia Hampton and The Mysterious Dr. Firstname Lastname. Our senior producer is Hans Buetow. Our executive producer is Jason Oberholtzer. The show's host is Mike Rugnetta. Foot, how you press me to keep that old contact alivethe repeated daily sentiment of pace so grim, always thatuntrusting silenceuntitled, by JH Prynne, from The White StonesNever Post is a production of Charts & Leisure ★ Support this podcast ★

Blessing and Mike react to the new Elden Ring: Shadow of The Erdtree story trailer, dive into the polarizing Senua's Saga: Hellblade II reviews, and IGN has acquired a bunch of gaming sites. Run of Show - 00:00:00 - Start 00:01:00 - Housekeeping GAMESCAST is our Hellblade 2 review The STREAM is Xdefiant You can get today's Gregway which is “The Power of a Good Hat.” And you can get the Kinda Funny Podcast this afternoon, and tomorrow on YouTube and Podcast services. Thank you to our Patreon Producers: Karl Jacobs Fargo Brady Delaney Twining The Roper Report  00:03:30 - Elden Ring Shadow of The Erdtree Story Trailer Reaction 00:15:41 - Senua's Saga: Hellblade II Review Round Up 00:25:37 - Microsoft Reportedly Approves New Game From Hellblade 2 Developer Ninja Theory - Wesley Yin-Poole @ IGN 00:29:05 - Ad 00:30:16 - Super Chats 00:32:49 - IGN Entertainment acquires Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more - Christopher Dring @ GiBiz 00:36:40 - Nintendo Acquires Hogwarts Legacy Port Studio From Embracer Group - Alex Stedman @ IGN 00:46:10 - Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door Review Round Up 00:49:10 - Wee News! 00:54:30 - SuperChats 00:57:37 - You‘re Wrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shadowbinders LAST CHANCE on Indiegogo - Shadowbinders Vol 3 LAST CHANCE Campaign - https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/shadowbinders-vol-3-1-2-reprint-drive-last-call#/ It's OVER for video game journalism. Megasite IGN just bought a ton of their competitors and the layoffs have already begun. No one is naive enough to think that IGN will keep these sites intact. Kotaku is next? The sites they bought were from Gamer Network: GamesIndustry.biz, Eurogamer (including six local language editions), Rock Paper Shotgun, VG247 and Dicebreaker. The business also holds shares in Outside Xbox, Digital Foundry and Hookshot (which operates Nintendolife, PushSquare, PureXbox and Time Extension). ➡️ Tip Jar and Fan Support: http://ClownfishSupport.com ➡️ Official Merch Store: http://ShopClownfish.com ➡️ Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com ➡️ Audio Edition: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is an unofficial news source and has no connection to any company that we may cover. This channel and website and the content made available through this site are for educational, entertainment and informational purposes only. These so-called “fair uses” are permitted even if the use of the work would otherwise be infringing. #Games #VideoGames #Gaming #News #Commentary #Reaction #Podcast #Comedy #Entertainment #Hollywood #PopCulture #Tech

Hello and welcome to episode 97 of the Best Games Ever Podcast. As is traditional, let us give you some information about the show. This week we are looking for our contestants to think of the best game in which you fight a bear. Let's see if anyone decides to subvert the topic in ways that cause mutiny within the ranks. As ever, host Jim Trinca must decide who has picked the best game by judging on an unknown list of criteria he most likely makes up as he sees fit on the day. A true professional. If you want more of the Best Games Ever Podcast, we have an extended edition in which Jim picks a game and the rest of the team tells him how much of a terrible choice he's made. You can get this by becoming a paid member. Head to VG247.com and click on the "support us" section in the top right (in the menu on mobile) for all the details. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inspired by the (frankly excellent) Fallout TV show, this week on VG247's Best Games Ever podcast I've tasked my colleagues with finding the best game where a family member ditches you. With the prerequisite understanding that none of them are allowed to pick Fallout 3, the quintessential "dad's buggered off" simulator. As it turns out, being forsaken by a family member is a fairly common scenario in video games, especially if you widen the concept of family out to any sort of fraternity or gang. Which didn't stop racer-obsessed Mark trying to crowbar in a racing game, of all things. Or Tom from bringing up the usual guff. To find out which specific guff, you'll have to listen to this, which is presumably what you're doing here in the first place, which means I've essentially wasted the last five minutes of my life typing this out. Thanks for that. Thanks. I could have spent that doing something nice, like cradling my laughing child, or eating crisps, or any number of things that we do while the reaper waits. Anyway, watch Fallout, it's good. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inspired by the recent free drop of current viral sensation Content Warning – a co-op survival “shooter” about making spooky FauxTube videos with three of your mates – this week's Best Games Ever podcast is all about freebies that we'd happily pay for. It's a happy coincidence that this topic coincides with the launch of our extended podcast: a paid version of the show which includes an extra segment where you get to heart the host's pick, and its subsequent demolishing by the rest of the panel. To paraphrase one recent YouTube commenter, “so this is the idiot whose opinions you plan to monetise?”. Well, yes, but the point is that they get kicked around like a sheep's bladder, so I'm actually nobly offering myself up as the waste organ in question. For more information on how to become a paid VG247 subscriber, which comes with other benefits such as silky-smooth ad-free browsing, check out our Support Us page: https://www.vg247.com/subscribe/standard Anyway, some rules for this episode are: we're talking about actual free games. Not free-to-play games that aren't actually free once you factor in the entire economic model. So free as in beer, not free as in The NHS. Also, stealing doesn't count, Connor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join VGC's Jordan Middler along with VG247's Alex Donaldson and TheGamer's Jade King as they review Capcom's latest, Dragon's Dogma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join VGC's Jordan Middler, VG247's Alex Donaldson, Eurogamer's Ed Nightengale and TheGamer's Jade King to discuss Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. They've all completed the game, now hear what they think. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So Dungeons & Dragons is NOT for sale, according to a statement from Hasbro and Wizards of the Coast. They're claiming there is no CURRENT plan to sell the DnD brand to Tencent, but are careful in how they worded it. So could WotC sell off the franchise at some point? Well, they've lied by omission before. Just saying. ➡️ Tip Jar and Fan Support: http://ClownfishSupport.com ➡️ Official Merch Store: http://ShopClownfish.com ➡️ Official Website: http://ClownfishTV.com ➡️ Audio Edition: https://open.spotify.com/show/6qJc5C6OkQkaZnGCeuVOD1 ➡️ Gaming News: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A7VIqE3r5MQkFgL9nifNc Additional Context: In the latest twist of the tabletop role-playing game saga, Wizards of the Coast, a subsidiary of Hasbro, firmly denies the swirling rumors that Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is on the auction block headed for Tencent's vast empire. Amidst online speculations suggesting that discussions had been underway with Tencent and even with Baldur's Gate 3 developer Larian Studios for a potential sale, Wizards of the Coast stepped in to set the record straight. Their definitive stance: "We are not looking to sell our D&D IP" (VG247, Wargamer, PlayStation Universe). The rumor mill started churning out stories after a report surfaced, pointing to preliminary talks between Hasbro and Tencent, possibly also involving Larian Studios. The latter, known for breathing new life into D&D through the success of Baldur's Gate 3, was initially eyed as a potential buyer. However, the financial reality of such an acquisition seemingly redirected the conversation towards Tencent, a conglomerate with a significant stake in Larian and a portfolio teeming with gaming interests, including ownership of Riot Games. Despite the elaborate narrative, Wizards of the Coast clarified their ongoing relationship with Tencent, noting multiple partnerships across various IPs but refuting any plans to divest themselves of the D&D universe. Their communication emphasizes regular dialogue with Tencent but strictly within the context of enhancing digital experiences for their fans, steering clear of any sale speculation (VG247, Wargamer, PlayStation Universe). This denial comes against the backdrop of a broader context where IP sales and acquisitions are watched with eagle eyes, given their potential to reshape the landscape of gaming and entertainment. D&D, with its rich lore and passionate fan base, represents not just a game but a cultural touchstone that has inspired countless players, creators, and storytellers across generations. While the dust settles on this particular rumor, the incident underscores the importance of taking such reports with a grain of salt until confirmed by official sources. Wizards of the Coast's commitment to D&D — a cornerstone of tabletop gaming that has transcended its roots to influence video games, literature, and beyond — appears unwavering, much to the relief of fans worldwide. As the landscape of digital and tabletop gaming continues to evolve, it's clear that the realms of Dungeons & Dragons will remain under the stewardship of Wizards of the Coast, at least for the foreseeable future. For those keen on following this epic tale of corporate intrigue and fandom, it's a reminder of the ever-dynamic nature of the entertainment industry, where stories of acquisitions can often turn out to be nothing more than the stuff of legends — fitting, perhaps, for a franchise steeped in the crafting of mythical narratives. About Us: Clownfish TV is an independent, opinionated news and commentary channel that covers Entertainment and Tech from a consumer's point of view. We talk about Gaming, Comics, Anime, TV, Movies, Animation and more. Hosted by Kneon and Geeky Sparkles. Disclaimer: This series is produced by Clownfish Studios and WebReef Media, and is part of ClownfishTV.com. Opinions expressed by our contributors do not necessarily reflect the views of our guests, affiliates, sponsors, or advertisers. ClownfishTV.com is a

Well, for the six of you who kept asking, Merry Christmas. For this festive episode on VG247's Best Games Ever Show, Tom and Jim are reunited with friends and former colleagues Simon Miller and Steve Burns. Since they all parted ways from their infamous stint at VideoGamer.com, Simon has gone on to become a professional wrestler, in-demand presenter, and all-round online personality with seemingly endless energy for building his brand. He recently made his IMPACT! Wrestling debut and we've got no doubt that he'll just keep getting bigger. Burns sits around in a big house eating pizza and playing PES. He also co-directs a production company and regularly kicks off on Twitter about the state of Man Utd. But listen. We're not here to reminisce. We're here to throw down in the toughest dojo in town: the Best Games Ever podcast. Who's pitch will convince Jim to grant them a coveted BGEP Win? Will Tom be robbed once again? And how will Miller crowbar Gears of War into this? Does Burns really keep a copy of Atlus Shrugged on his bedside table or is he just doing a bit? Find out the answers to most of these question by listening to this... exciting installment of The Best Games Ever show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We have a lot of guests on the VG247 podcast because we know a lot of Games Media Personalities and most of them are too polite and/or socially inept to say "no" when we ask them to be on our podcast. In the last year we've had such Talented Greats as Mike Channel from Outside Xbox And Things and James Batchelor who has written some books. But which guest is Tom's favourite? And who can he stand the least? And is forty minutes of one-on-one with Tom Orry enough to shut up all the Tom Orry fans in the comments who keep moaning that he's never on? Find out in this week's inflammatory installment of VG247's Best Games Ever Podcast : the show that panders to its horrid audience. Or just that one guy in Wales who really likes Tom, for some reason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Embracer Group gorged itself during the pandemic when debt was cheap. Now, it's scrambling to lay off hundreds of people to “win.” Also, Circana report for October, Epic wins against Google, and more. You can support Virtual Economy's growth via our Ko-Fi and also purchase Virtual Economy merchandise! TIME STAMPS [00:04:03] - Embracer Group Q2 Earnings [00:20:32] - Starbreeze Q3 Earnings [00:24:59] - Epic wins in court against Google [00:27:27] - Circana U.S. Video Game Spending Report for October 2023 [00:33:18] - Investment Interlude [00:45:08] - Quick Hits [01:11:01] - Labor Report SOURCES EMBRACER GROUP PUBLISHES INTERIM REPORT Q2 | Embracer Group Embracer: Human cost of restructure is "significant" but "necessary" | GamesIndustry Starbreeze Q3 FY24 Earnings Report | Starbreeze Epic win: Jury decides Google has illegal monopoly in app store fight | The Verge Humble Games lays off "valued colleagues" as restructuring begins | Game Developer Digital Bros Group announces an organizational review, with an expected workforce reduction of approximately 30% | Digital Bros Kongregate, Digital Bros. cut jobs in a growing wave of video game industry layoffs | Polygon Phoenix Labs lays off 34 staff | GamesIndustry Trading Update and Litigation Settlement | TinyBuild F1 Developer Codemasters Suffers Round of Layoffs | Insider Gaming Embracer lays off 50 more employees and may soon close resurrected TimeSplitters studio Free Radical Design | PC Gamer TimeSplitters studio Free Radical Design closed today, staff say | Eurogamer Insurgency developer New World Interactive affected by layoffs | GamesIndustry League of Geeks lays off 50% of its staff - but does so with compassion | League of Geeks (@leagueofgeeks) on Twitter Rovio closes Studio Lumi | GamesIndustry TripleTopping is Closing | Astrid Refstrup (@AstridMie) on Twitter CD Projekt voluntarily recognizes Polish developer union | Game Developer QA staff at Xbox support dev Experis successfully vote to unionize | Game Developer INVESTMENT INTERLUDE AONIC ACQUIRES NDREAMS FOR $110 MILLION | Ndreams Mobile publisher Nordcurrent acquires River End Games | Game Developer Call of Duty developer Infinity Ward opens new Texas studio | Game Developer Hearst Newspapers Acquires Puzzle Games Platform Puzzmo | Hearst ByteDance says to restructure Nuverse in retreat from gaming business | Reuters ReedPop seeks buyer for Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more | GamesIndustry

The VG247 crew is back to decide on yet another Best Game Ever. In this week's show we're looking at games that are spin-off from a game in a totally different genre. So, things like how Mario Kart is a 'Mario' game but not a 2D platformer that the series became famous for. You get the idea. As always, our host Jim Trinca makes a complete mess of picking the correct winner, but you can be the judge of that without me, a simple person writing these description, influencing you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim and Blessing talk about Geoff Keighley's comments on Best Independent Game, removing World Premiere from Game Awards, and tightening up security. Run of Shows - - Start - Housekeeping Ever wondered how weird Greg was as a kid? Well, now we have a definitive answer. The first episode of Greg's Childhood Home Videos is live right now on YouTube.com/KindaFunny. If you enjoy it, all episodes are live right now over on Patreon.com/KindaFunny! The Roper Report  - - Game Awards is moving away from ‘World Premiere' - The Game Awards security will be tightened to prevent another stage invasion, Geoff Keighley says - Ad - The Game Awards has considered adding Best Remake and Best Supporting Actor awards - Keighley weighs in on debate over Dave the Diver qualifying for Best Indie Game - ReedPop seeks buyer for Eurogamer, GI, VG247, Rock Paper Shotgun and more - ByteDance is restructuring its video games business - Destiny 2 The Final Shape Expansion has been pushed - Out Today - You‘re Wrong - The Post Show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Recently, our friend and long time VG247 contributor Sherif Saed gave Pinnochio-themed soulslike Lies of P a bit of a pasting in his review. Our two star score prompted a lot of backlash from some quarters, and also a bit of internal discussion about the nature of opinion pieces. How reviews can sometimes be a flashpoint of controversy, and how scores don't reflect any of the nuance that led the author to their conclusion. Personally, I'm always a bit baffled by the phenomenon of people who haven't played a game kicking off online about the views of someone who has. As a wise man once said: “it's only game, why you have to be mad?” Anyway, I thought it would be funny to do an entire podcast episode on the question of other highly acclaimed games that Sherif would give two stars to. What sacred cow would he slayeth, given the task? To find out, you'll have to watch or listen to this podcast here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From Alan Wake (he's A. Wake, get it? Get it?) to Miles Prower, there are loads of video game protagonists whose names are rubbish puns. Well, actually there isn't, but it's happened just often enough that there's sufficient material for this edition of VG247's Best Games Ever Podcast. Halloween fell between the gaps of our posting schedule, so we couldn't really justify doing a Best Spooky Game That You Couldn't Finish episode, and Guy Fawkes night also doesn't occur for another couple of days, so we can't do a Best Game That Makes Light Of Religious Persecution either. But here's the next best thing – a topic that we can link to the year's best horror game, Alan Wake 2, on account of developer Remedy's penchant for giving their characters the most entertainingly daft names despite putting them in serious games with mature themes. Like “staying up past your bedtime”, or “doing that cool thing from The Matrix where you leap across a room firing guns”. But which game featuring a protagonist with a stupid punny name is the best one? And what exactly is a pun? Why is that if I say “talking skull”, you imagine something like Boney from Trap Door or Murray from Monkey Island, where it's the bleached skull of a dead person reanimated by supernatural means, rather than thinking of the talking skull that you yourself actually live in, or the dozens of talking skulls that you interact with on a daily basis? Not a single one of these questions is answered in this episode, but we do argue a lot, so you'll probably like it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Video games and excessive violence go together like cheese and crackers. Laurel and Hardy. Beer and nuts. Bacon and, er, rolls. Playstation exclusives and the concept of mediocrity. We love simulated violence here at VG247, but not the real stuff, so when it came to the task of deciding which notably ultraviolent game is the best one of all we decided to solve our differences via the medium of a weekly panel show format that goes out on all the major podcast platforms and YouTube. Conveniently, we already had one, which is this show: The Best Games Ever Podcast, which you're probably listening to now if you're reading this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Germany isn't especially known for its game development, but there's a huge amount of stuff that gets made there. You've got Astragon, which you might not have heard of, but you've definitely heard of the range of simulators it publishes. You've got Piranha Bytes, who've been making incredibly 6/10 RPGs since before most of the VG247 crew were on solids, and you got you've got Egosoft constantly squirrelling away on the X series, which is nothing to do with Elon Musk, but is essentially Starfield but for poindexters. If this all sounds like Germany is Europe's largest purveyor of slightly janky games that have really niche audiences then yeah, uh, actually, that's about the size of it. There might well be more games set in Germany than are made there, though. Predictably there's a lot of World War Two shooters on the list, but there's also racing games, murder mysteries, a surprising amount of Point & Click adventures, and an upcoming Assassin's Creed game that's about witches or something. Also Pentiment, which is a masterpiece. And so, in celebration of this vibrant gaming powerhouse, and honestly not just because I got my dates wrong and did the Gamescom episode a week late, we're asking our esteemed panel today: what is the best German game? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With the imminent release of Starfield, people the world over are about to fill their boots once again with Bethesda's signature style of go anywhere, do anything game. Unless they don't have an Xbox or a decent PC, that is. But Bethesda aren't the only studio who have had a crack at that particular style of vast open-world RPG: indeed, they've inspired plenty of copycats and homages over the years, and are often namechecked by other developers when talking about open world game design. So Bethesda aren't the only studio who create Bethesda-style games. Who, then, aside from them, has made the best one? That's the question we're asking our esteemed panel on this, the latest episode of VG247's Best Games Ever Podcast, the show where we performatively argue about this sort of thing for your entertainment. Or bemusement. Whichever. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baldur's Gate 3 is finally upon us if you're a PC gamer, in which case, this episode is especially for you, because it's all about good games that you wouldn't dare bring up in polite company. Or impolite company. Gaming, despite its mainstream acceptance in recent years, is still an extremely nerdy hobby, full of very niche stuff that rarely makes headlines beyond the enthusiast press. Yes, that's right, I'm sorry to break it to you, but if you're reading this that's what you are: an enthusiast. But never mind, because one thing worth being enthusiastic about is VG247's Best Games Ever Podcast, where you need not fear the prospect of social ostracisation from being too into niche video games. Or boring ones. Or, er, risque ones. Because we're nerds too. This is a safe space. There's no judgement here. Unless you're Connor, but the less said about his contribution this week the better, frankly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After what seems like forever and a day, Final Fantasy XVI has finally arrived on the PlayStation 5. Except, it hasn't really been forever, has it? Game director Naoki Yoshida runs a tight ship, to be sure--but will a timely release be enough to make Final Fantasy fans fall in love with the series' first serious attempt at telling a story with Witcher levels of grit and grime? Friend of the show and VG247 writer Alex Donaldson is here to talk to us about this much-anticipated game of thrones (and Chocobos). Also in this episode: You're going to have grandkids before you see Elder Scrolls VI What's deader than dead? E3's prospects The rumored "SNES RPG remake" isn't Chrono Trigger, but it's in the same vein, kind of... A 50-foot Korra the Explorer epic beam struggles her way into Book 3 If Alf, Alvin the Chipmunk, and Miss Piggy tell you to stop doing drugs, keep at it. You're already too far gone; just get your money's worth. Timestamps 00:00 - Intro/Final Fantasy XVI Review 1:04:25 - Side Quest (Nintendo Direct/Super Mario RPG Remake) 1:10:32 - Random Encounters 1:15:12 - Summer of Korra 1:25:12 - Nostalgia Nook/Outro Music used in this episode: Let's Go Down the Wine River [Super Mario RPG] Do Your Best! [Breath of Fire III] The Legend of Korra Main Theme [The Legend of Korra] A Curious Tale [Secret of Mana] Weapons Factory [Super Mario RPG] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices