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Both David and Nilay bought new computers this week, as the MacBook Neo turned out to be a surprisingly great cheap Apple laptop. The hosts discuss their experiences with the machines, from the processor to the keyboard to the mess that is MacOS Tahoe. After that, they talk about the future of Xbox, Project Helix, and what it might mean for every gaming PC to become an Xbox... and for the Xbox to become a gaming PC. Finally, in the lightning round, it's time for Brendan Carr is a Dummy, the latest on Paramount and Warner Bros, Grammarly's sloppelgangers, and more. Further reading: MacBook Neo review: the Mac for the masses Asus chief says Macbook Neo's affordable pricing came as a shock to the entire PC market — compares $599 notebook to a tablet and content-consumption device The MacBook Neo is surprisingly easy to disassemble and repair. From 2007: Ballmer Laughs at iPhone Apple Studio Display XDR review: a great, but expensive, pro option The iPhone 17E is good, but you probably shouldn't buy it iPad Air review 2026: the M4 and other chip bumps make a difference Apple is going high-end with new ‘Ultra' products next iPhone Fold rumor: iPad-like multitasking, but no iPad apps and no Face ID Microsoft's next Xbox, Project Helix, won't reach alpha until 2027 Microsoft's ‘Xbox mode' is coming to every Windows 11 PC Microsoft says you should build next-gen Xbox games by building them for PC. FCC chair blasts Amazon after it criticizes SpaceX megaconstellation Brendan Carr on X FCC chief tells CNBC WBD-Paramount merger deal is ‘cleaner' than Netflix's, will be approved ‘quickly' Grammarly is using our identities without permission Grammarly is turning off the expert review AI feature that stole our identities Grammarly will keep using authors' identities without permission unless they opt out The Live Nation settlement has industry insiders baffled Samsung Galaxy S26 and S26 Plus review: This again Subscribe to The Verge for unlimited access to theverge.com, subscriber-exclusive newsletters, and our ad-free podcast feed.We love hearing from you! Email your questions and thoughts to vergecast@theverge.com or call us at 866-VERGE11. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the details of Xbox's next-gen consoles, figure out how to fix SEGA's sales woes, and chat about the majesty of Pokémon Pokopia.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Xbox Helix è il futuro di Xbox che non vuole mollare il gaming. Requiem mi sta piacendo UN BOTTO... maaaaa. Forse è in sviluppo il remake di RE1. PlayStation mi irrita con i prezzi dinamici, EA licenzia e mette in dubbio un modello di industria, Shinji Mikami sta lavorando a un nuovo AAA nel suo nuovo studio, Crimson Desert svela le specifiche console e soprattutto una domanda: è questa la golden age del gaming?Buon ascolto!Capitoli:00:00:00 Intro + Progressi Requiem00:08:21 Le espansioni di Requiem00:12:11 I prezzi dinamici di PlayStation00:18:07 Insert Coin00:20:45 Xbox Helix e le sue novità!00:32:15 Sony, esclusive e futuro00:36:29 I licenziamenti di EA e un modello sbagliato per il gaming00:50:09 Gang of Dragon rischia la cancellazione00:52:14 Le specifiche di Crimson Desert00:56:46 Il Remake di Resident Evil01:02:51 Shinji Mikami sta lavorando a un nuovo AAA01:06:22 Siamo nella golden age del gaming?
Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at Shopify.com/kindafunny New details about Xbox ‘Project Helix', a new game announced from Overwatch's former director, and Valve breaks down the Steam machine's verification program. 00:00:00 - Start00:05:00 - Microsoft's next Xbox, Project Helix, won't reach alpha until 2027 - Jay Peters & Sean Hollister @ The Verge00:23:35 - Ad00:26:15 - Former Overwatch director reveals The Legend of California, an open-world online Wild West FPS - Chris Scullion @ VGC00:37:50 - Valve Finally Details Steam Machine's Verified Program - Jacqueline Thomas @ IGN00:45:19 - Pokémon Pokopia Launch Sales Announced - Tom Philips @ IGN00:49:56 - The BAFTA Game Awards Nominees have been announced00:51:50 - Wee News!00:54:33 - SuperChats & You‘re Wrong Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
But we also have confirmation on PC gems coming to Xbox and a more immersive Google Maps experience.Starring Tom Merritt and Huyen Tue Dao.Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
https://www.patreon.com/minnmax - Unlock an early, ad-free version of The MinnMax Show and directly support independent games media MinnMax's Ben Hanson, Sarah Podzorski, Kelsey Lewin, Jeff Marchiafava, and Haley MacLean gather to celebrate the unbelievably fun Pokémon Pokopia on the Nintendo Switch 2. We also talk about the glowing reviews for the cRPG Esoteric Ebb, share early impressions of Slay the Spire 2 in early access, Kelsey talks about her preview trip to play Big Walk at Panic, Sarah can't stop playing Valve's Deadlock, and unpack the big reveal for XBOX's Project Helix from its new Microsoft Gaming CEO Asha Sharma and what it means for the future of AI in games. Then we answer questions submitted on Patreon by the community and award the iam8bit question of the week! You can win a prize and help make the show better by supporting us on Patreon and submitting a question! https://www.patreon.com/minnmax Watch and share the video version here - https://youtu.be/ltYKj9YaeMI Learn more about the XBOX BDS boycott here - https://bdsmovement.net/news/boycott-microsofts-xbox Help support MinnMax's supporters! https://www.iam8bit.com - 10% off with Promo Code: GREENGREENS https://www.factormeals.com/minnmax50off - 50% off 1st order with Promo Code: MINNMAX50OFF To jump to a particular discussion, check out the timestamps below... 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:00 - Pokémon Pokopia 00:26:42 - Resident Evil Requiem 00:28:50 - Esoteric Ebb 00:36:00 - Slay the Spire 2 00:40:17 - Big Walk 00:53:23 - Factor Meals 00:55:09 - XBOX's Project Helix and AI 01:39:01 - Deadlock 01:47:01 - Paranormasight: The Mermaid's Curse 01:54:10 - Thanking iam8bit - https://www.iam8bit.com/ 01:56:05 - Community questions 02:41:41 - Get A Load Of This Kelsey's GALOT - https://www.cbssports.com/mlb/news/team-usa-baseball-manager-mark-derosa-misspoke-italy-upset/ JeffM's GALOT - https://youtu.be/HRUrZpglxhk?si=89LYmYL6RFxbxnW_ Hanson's GALOT - https://www.tiktok.com/@genxistentialcrisis/video/7064343746510425391 Sarah's GALOT - https://www.reddit.com/r/Homesteading/comments/1rizhen/when_daffodils_bloom_in_the_woods_a_hidden_sign/ Community GALOT - https://wikigacha.com/?lang=EN Disclosure - Games discussed on MinnMax content are most often provided for free by the publisher or developer. Support us on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/minnmax Support MinnMax directly on YouTube - https://youtube.com/minnmax/join Follow us on Twitch - https://www.twitch.tv/minnmaxshow Subscribe to our YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/minnmax Subscribe to our solo stream channel - https://www.youtube.com/@minnmaxstreamarchives Buy MinnMax merch here - https://minnmax.com/merch Follow us on Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/minnmax.com Go behind the scenes on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/minnmaxshow This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
This episode covers Xbox's Project Helix announced at GDC 2026, the future of Xbox gaming, and the upcoming Steam Machine and Steam Frame hardware. We analyze the implications for gamers, developers, and the industry, comparing Xbox's strategy with PlayStation and Nintendo.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Project Helix and Xbox's Future03:41 The Impact of GDC 2026 on Xbox08:39 Xbox's Strategy: Cross-Platform Play and Backward Compatibility12:26 Technological Innovations in Project Helix18:09 The Competitive Landscape: Xbox vs. PlayStation and Steam Machines23:16 The Future of Xbox: A Unified Presence28:28 Project Helix: Xbox's Game-Changing Strategy32:33 Steam Machine: Valve's New Hardware and Its Implications39:21 Comparing Xbox Project Helix and Steam Machine45:13 Deckedup OutroResourcesGDC 2026 Xbox Announcement - https://www.xbox.com/en-US/gdc-2026Project Helix Details - https://www.xbox.com/en-US/next-genSteam Machine and Steam Frame Info - https://www.pcgamer.com/steam-machine-verification-requirements#xbox #projecthelix #steammachine #gdc2026
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Download for Mobile | Podcast Preview | Full Timestamps Older Twitch VODs are now being uploaded to the new channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CastleSuperBeastArchive Zero Parades, Esoteric Ebb & the Disco Legacy Pokopia Leans Into the Ditto Nightmare Slay The Spire 2: Still Good, Needs Juice Marathon vs Arc Raiders: Extraction Etiquette $1200 Microsoft Helixbox Will Suck You Off Pickmon Pulled a Palworld on Palworld Go to http://rocketmoney.com/superbeast to reach your financial goals faster. - Go to http://shopify.com/superbeast to sign up for your $1-per-month trial. - Go to http://quince.com/superbeast for free shipping and 365-day returns. Everything we know about Project Helix, the next Xbox console Yakuza series creator Toshihiro Nagoshi's studio is reportedly facing closure after publisher NetEase indicated that it will pull funding for its debut title, Gang of Dragon."NetEase allegedly made the decision after discovering that the project needed an additional ¥7 billion ($44.4 million) in funding to reach completion." New Survival Game 'Pickmon' by Pocketgame Is Just Asking To Be Sued Into Oblivion Pickmon, an upcoming game that's been accused of ripping off designs from other artists and famous franchises like Pokémon, has also stolen one of my designs. They didn't even try to change something and make it a bit less obvious.
From bug-busting AI that's transforming Firefox to personal coding breakthroughs, the team breaks down how practical applications are cutting through skepticism and reshaping developer workflows. Plus, hear why lighter Patch Tuesdays are refreshing from time to time! Windows 11 Patch Tuesday's familiar list of updates: Network speed test, Camera tilt and pan controls, sysmon, RSAT improvements, Quick Machine Recovery improvements, WEBP support for desktop wallpaper, Emoji 16.0, etc. It's been a light year so far for Patch Tuesday features - that's a good thing New builds for Canary, Dev, and Beta late last week. Canary is nothing, Dev/Beta get Administrator Protection, Drag Tray refinements, File Explorer improvements, and fixes Android 16 QPR3 brings Desktop Mode to Android devices - and a hands-on with Pixel phones and tablets shows the way forward for Android-based laptops later this year Intel has new gaming processors for creators and gamers and they look excellent and are inexpensive AI and dev Copilot Cowork is literally Claude Cowork in Microsoft 365 - "Wave 3" for Microsoft 365 Copilot begins with a lot of agentic features, in private preview at first Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, and Drive get big Gemini updates for consumers and Workspace customers Mozilla partners with Anthropic to use AI to find bugs, and it's paying off nicely Visual Studio Code moves to a weekly update schedule The .NET 11 Preview 2 is here Xbox and gaming Microsoft starts talking up next Xbox console! It's called Project Helix and, yes, it will run Windows games New Xbox Mode is on the way Project Helix dev kits to game makers in 2027 Satya Nadella explains why he/Microsoft are "long" on gaming Gaming is a core identity for Microsoft alongside platforms, developers, and knowledge workers Tips and picks Tip of the week: Nostalgia with a purpose App pick of the week: Stardock Clairvoyance RunAs Radio this week: SQL Server in 2026 with Bob Ward Brown liquor pick of the week: Canadian Centennial Rye Whisky Hosts: Leo Laporte, Paul Thurrott, and Richard Campbell Download or subscribe to Windows Weekly at https://twit.tv/shows/windows-weekly Check out Paul's blog at thurrott.com The Windows Weekly theme music is courtesy of Carl Franklin. Join Club TWiT for Ad-Free Podcasts! Support what you love and get ad-free audio and video feeds, a members-only Discord, and exclusive content. Join today: https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsors: helixsleep.com/windows cachefly.com/twit
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While Jocelyn is away, Ryan will deep dive on Resident Evil Requiem with Jon Jagger from the CORE podcast! We keep things spoiler free, outside of what has been featured in the marketing, so don't fret if you haven't had a chance to finish the game just yet. Or finished it 4 times like Jon did. Over in the news, Valve clarifies their launch window for their hardware after a bit of a scare, Xbox confirms Project Helix is a PC/console hybrid, Nintendo and Illumination present their final trailer for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and Fortnite is too expensive for Epic so V-Bucks will be more expensive soon.Discussion00:00:00 - Resident Evil Requiem00:50:29 - NewsImportant StuffSupport us on PatreonDiscord ChannelEmail the show Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nick and Rogan Plays Games discuss 10 Essential Indie Games!Link to RoganPlaysGames Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@roganplaysgames0:00 Intro2:37 Housekeeping8:50 10 Essential Indie Games1:09:55 Xbox 360 Games DraftLink To The Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/CoOp64Link to Discord, Merch AND MORE: https://linktr.ee/co_op64Intro Music By Jamie Vere
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Marathon has me in a real chokehold, let's talk about how cool this game is. Also, let's talk about how cool Pokémon Pokopia is! Cool games! In the news, Nintendo wants a refund, a bunch of questionable Xbox rumors are everywhere now, GDC gets underway, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This weeks crew: Webby, Switch Loads of games discussed this week including Resident Evil Requiem, Japanese Drift Master, Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, Spiderman 2, Space Marine 2, Minishoot Adventures, Battlefield 6, Final Fantasy VII new steam version, The Finals, Le Man's Ultimate, GT7, PGA Tour 2K25, Cronos, Monster Hunter and more. In the news we discuss the next gen Xbox, Playstation stopping the multi-platform games, Highguard shutting down, Marathon playerbase, and more. https://www.patreon.com/360gamercast https://discord.gg/CqDMSg9 https://www.facebook.com/groups/360gamercast/ https://twitter.com/Webby360G https://twitter.com/360GamerCast
This week! Justice for Wart on the Mario Galaxy movie poster, Nagoshi running into funding troubles, is the next Xbox even something we want, deciding on games to rent, Pokémon Pokopia, Silent Hill f, Alabaster Dawn (demo), Resident Evil Requiem, iRacing Arcade, Scott Pilgrim EX and much, much more. Join us, won't you? https://youtube.com/live/aIWbVsYl0fg Links of interest: Sony is pulling back from PC porting Xbox Project Helix Mario Day games for NSO Indie World presentation Wart (and other SMB2 characters too) is on a new poster for the Mario Galaxy movie Netease pulling funding from Nagoshi studio in May Brimley Line Calculator Coccoon Metal Gear NES ad Goodbye Phil video Xennials Pokémon Pokopia Silent Hill f Denshattack Alabaster Dawn Resident Evil Requiem iRacing Arcade Scott Pilgrim EX Greg Sewart's Extra Life Page Player One Podcast Discord Greg Streams on Twitch Joe Montana Football - Generation 16 #131 Add us in Apple Podcasts Check out Greg's web series Generation 16 - click here. And take a trip over to Phil's YouTube Channel to see some awesome retro game vids. Follow us on twitter at twitter.com/p1podcast. Thanks for listening! Don't forget to visit our new web site at www.playeronepodcast.com. Running time: 01:28:56
TIME STAMPS:00:00:01 Community Guest Intros00:00:35 Games Media and MANY In the Games Community Refuse To Call Project Helix A Console, We Discuss Why!00:41:00 Adam Hales of Windows Central Writes: Whatever Xbox is preparing to show, it wants players to know the next era is officially underway, and the old "This is an Xbox" one is ending.01:52:00 Panel Outros and Special Message to the Community!
TIME STAMP INFO:00:00:01 Intros00:00:35 Bungie asks the games media to "Hold Off" on reviewing Marathon, like WTF? Why THIS Opens The Door For Even MORE Distrust With Games Media!00:38:00 MORE Info Re: the BIG "Townhall Meeting" at the Xbox campus where Satya Nadella re-confirmed Microsoft's commitment to Xbox and the importance of it continued growth.01:21:00 There ONLY 67 days until Forza Horizon 6 drops until it hits early access, here's a HUGE breakdown on what to expect from what is expected to be one of the BIGGEST releases this year!01:52:00 Outros Video
This week on The Gaming Duo, Bungie's long-awaited extraction shooter Marathon has officially launched — and the internet already has strong opinions. We break down our first impressions of the gameplay, the day-one player numbers, and the microtransaction controversy that had the community up in arms. More importantly, Bungie responded within days with changes and fixes. Is that a good sign for the game's future, or is Marathon already fighting an uphill battle in a post-Concord world?Then we shift to a massive industry shake-up: Xbox has officially confirmed its next-gen console, Project Helix. The big twist? It reportedly runs Windows, supports Steam and other PC storefronts, and may blur the line between console and gaming PC entirely. Is this the bold reinvention Xbox needs, or proof that the traditional console model is changing?We also discuss:Whether Marathon's launch numbers are actually strongIf the extraction shooter market can support multiple big gamesWhat a Windows-powered Xbox means for the future of consolesEarly price predictions and concerns for Project HelixAll that plus our weekly gaming segment.
On today's episode #228, Microsoft is making moves. We talk about the Xbox leadership shake up and what it could mean for the future of the brand. On the heels of those changes they have also officially announced their next "console". What could that look like? Also, at the same time that Xbox seems to be doubling down on PC, Sony seems to be folding. The games industry is going through big changes and we'll talk about all that plus some exciting new games we're been playing.
The Gi gang discuss the highs & lows of the full release of Marathon, Slay The Spire 2, Project Helix, Sony removing PS5 games from Steam, Control Resonant, Onimusha and more.
Jeff and Christian welcome M.H. Williams from the Stuff Worth Knowing newsletter to discuss Sony no longer porting their frist party exclusives to PC, Microsoft's next gen Xbox details, and Ubisoft laying out the plan for Assassin's Creed.The Playlist:M.H.: World of Warcraft: Midnight, Resident Evil Requiem, Esoteric EbbChristian: Resident Evil Requiem, Mario Tennis Fever, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six MobileJeff: Slay the Spire 2Parting Gifts!!
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On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're sitting down with Annette and Charla from the ID@Xbox program to talk about some of the indie games at this week's GDC, including At Fate's End and Replaced. Then, we're hearing directly from the devs of Mixtape, Delphinium, and Screenbound to find out what we can expect when folks get their hands on those games at the conference and beyond.00:00 Introduction03:33 With Xbox celebrating 25 years, how do you reflect on your time here?06:27 At Fate's End08:25 Replaced09:41 How are you feeling with GDC right around the corner?11:34 Johnny Galvatron – Mixtape Interview20:41 Heidi Borge - Delphinium Interview27:32 Will Buckle – Screenbound Interview34:34 Final thoughts36:36 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
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RESEÑAS: One Piece The Bride! NOTICIAS El trailer de Lanterns: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z1jcPlGXnMo Scarey Movie 6: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fZ58S-7QP0 Lo peor que le paso a MiddleEarth después del anillo https://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/2104844-new-live-action-lord-of-the-rings-trilogy-may-begin-next-year Ubisoft regresa al pasado: https://www.comingsoon.net/games/news/2104140-ps5-remake-for-popular-ps3-ps4-adventure-game-confirmed Wrestlemania hasta ahora: https://www.app.com/story/sports/pro-wrestling/2026/03/01/wrestlemania-42-match-card-predictions-danhausen-seth-rollins-returns/88933717007/ Sony da reversa: https://www.ign.com/articles/sony-has-reportedly-returned-to-console-exclusivity-in-part-because-some-within-playstation-are-worried-that-releasing-games-on-pc-may-hurt-sales-of-ps5-and-even-ps6 El próximo Xbox: https://gameinformer.com/2026/03/05/new-xbox-ceo-asha-sharma-discusses-next-gen-console-codenamed-project-helix
When will it release? What are we excited to play on it? This week we talk about our thoughts on Project Helix, and what will be coming and what to expect!★ LINKS ★► Get Exclusive Perks on our Patreon: https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming► Join our amazing Discord community: https://discord.gg/eBKUyABg8U► Get your Carpool Gaming merch: https://carpoolgaming.com/► Check us out on Twitch: https://twitch.tv/carpoolgaminglive► Subscribe on YouTube: https://youtube.com/carpoolgaming► Follow on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/carpoolgaming.comThanks so much to everyone who supports us on https://patreon.com/carpoolgaming★ ULTIMATE PRODUCERS ★Brendan Myers AKA The_WinterGamerJohnathan Brown: https://linktr.ee/pme.jibJonas YoungTony Baker★ PLATINUM PRODUCERS ★Non-Smokin_JoeThe CaptainBrian Reese★ GOLD MEMBERS ★Adam KAwesomeDave1337BennyBrad MooreCecily CarrozzaDan & LumaDannohhEmily O'KelleyJon32LauraLigerWoods330Mr GigglesPatrice MallettePeje EPSteven KellerTechMike
John and Ryan open the episode with their latest game pickups. Ryan is currently playing Resident Evil Requiem and shares his initial thoughts on the atmosphere, pacing, and early gameplay feel. John, meanwhile, continues his play of Valkyrie Profile. Ryan also brings updates from his ongoing grind in Guilty Gear Strive, talking about fundamentals, improvement, and the competitive mindset. That leads into a look at the fighting game community as he prepares for an upcoming event in Seattle and reflects on the energy of in‑person tournaments. John shifts the discussion to Magic: The Gathering, breaking down the latest Universes Beyond release and why the TMNT crossover is struggling to gain traction. From there, the guys explore the downfall of High Guard, the launch of Marathon, and what these releases reveal about current industry trends. The future of Xbox takes the spotlight as they discuss Project Helix and how it could shape Microsoft's long‑term strategy. They also recap the biggest highlights from Pokémon Day, including new releases and updates worth watching. The episode continues with a look at Sony's evolving PC porting strategy before wrapping up with the Inflation Deflation Game of the Week. This week's pick is McDonald's Treasure Land Adventures, as the guys revisit the Sega Genesis platformer and debate its place in today's retro market. 00:00 Introduction to the Game Deflators Podcast 01:19 Recent Game Pickups and Current Playthroughs 08:47 Resident Evil Requiem: Gameplay Dynamics and Mechanics 14:50 Plucky Squire: Game Completion and Future Plans 19:51 Striving for Excellence in Guilty Gear Strive 26:46 Magic: The Gathering and Universes Beyond 31:40 High Guard's Demise and Industry Insights 36:27 Marathon's Launch and Player Reception 42:28 Project Helix and the Future of Xbox 44:22 Pokemon Day Highlights and New Releases 54:55 Sony's Shift in Game Porting Strategy 01:01:21 The Legacy of McDonald's Treasure Land Adventures Find us on TheGameDeflators.com Twitter - www.twitter.com/GameDeflators Facebook - www.facebook.com/TheGameDeflators Instagram - www.instagram.com/thegamedeflators The views and opinions expressed on this channel are solely those of the author. The content within these recordings are property of their respective Designers, Writers, Creators, Owners, Organizations, Companies and Producers. Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted. Permission for intro and outro music provided by Matthew Huffaker http://www.youtube.com/user/teknoaxe 2_25_18
This Week's Panel - KooshMoose, wildwest08 Show Discussion - wildwest08 and KooshMoose are back with another episode full of Xbox news and gaming showcases. We're a bit news heavy this time around as the Xbox leadership shake-up happened after we had already recorded. We talk Highguard, Fallout New Vegas remaster rumors, and more before launching into our gaming showcases for the week. Games Mentioned: KooshMoose - Aerial_Knight's DropShot wildwest08 - ANNO: Mutationem ----- AH101 Podcast Show Links - https://tinyurl.com/AH101Links Intro music provided by Exe the Hero. Check out his band Window of Opportunity on Facebook and YouTube
TIME STAMPS:00:00:01 Community Guest Intros00:00:35 Xbox's new CEO moves fast, as major marketing hires could signal a strategy shift toward lifecycle strategy, franchise focus, and more structured campaign execution00:35:00 BIG NEWS if you are a Fallout New Vegas fan as Iron Galaxy has teased what they are working in next! 01:05:00 Ed Boon might have kicked the hornet's nets nest when he asked this question..... "What's The Best Way To Bring Back Killer Instinct?"01:35:00 Panel Outros and Special Message to the Community!
TIME STAMPS:00:00:01 Community Guest Intros00:00:35 DOOM The Dark Ages DLC is "Freaking Huge and Is Basically A Sequel" Says Director!00:42:00 ICYMI—According to Shinobi602, we will be getting Starfield news sometime this month (March).01:09:00 There has been A LOT of chatter Re: bringing back Xbox. Watching the community react has been very interesting.02:17:00 Panel Outros and Special Message to the Community!
TIME STAMP INFO:00:00:01 Intros00:00:35 The Xbox Magnus Has Forced Playstation To Move Away From PC | Will PS5 Players Actually Buy The Games?00:55:00 Bungie's Marathon Releases Today at 10am PT 1pm ET, what's VERY strange, the review embargo lifts at the same time! Let's talk about it01:48:00 Outros
Welcome to The Testing Room where three of the gaming industry's best consultants (to never consult on a game) get together to talk about the games this week. This week we talk more about Xbox's new moves and AI pushes, Alex talks about the only game he plays outside of VGBC (Arc Raiders), Christian talks finished RE Requiem, Preston goes over some Nextfest demos and more! Don't forget to send comments and questions to testingroompod@gmail.com or comment down below. Also don't forget to follow us on Twitch @ twitch.tv/testingroomlive and listen to us on the go where ever you get your podcasts!
Episode 313Kyle and Dan cozy up for a fireside chat about the new Pokemon Pokopia game as well as a number of other new releases like Scott Pilgrim EX. They also chat through some recent news like Xbox future plans, Highguard shutting down, and Capcom's sales numbers before diving into more thoughts on Resident Evil: Requiem.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
PlayStation and Xbox have both been shaking up the news cycle lately with moves geared toward their next consoles. As expected, PlayStation is reconsidering where its exclusive titles will live, while Xbox is floating around the idea of making the ultimate gaming PC.
On this week's show, we're talking Highguard's closure, breaking down next-gen console details from Xbox and looking back at the best and worst of 2025's offerings for video game adaptations.-Follow us on Bluesky: bsky.app/profile/controllerclubpod.bsky.socialFollow us on Twitter: x.com/controller_clubFollow us on Instagram: instagram.com/controllerclubpodFollow us on TikTok: tiktok.com/@controller.clubEmail ControllerClubPod@gmail.com with your questions, comments, or concerns.Like and Subscribe on YouTube at youtube.com/@Controller_ClubSubscribe wherever you're listening and leave us a rating and review.-Original theme music by Jon Rouse(C) Controller Club
Love them or hate them, Achievements have been around for over 20 years. We gathered up crub's Achievement experts that have a love/hate relationship with them to "celebrate" this milestone. And, also, to rib on the fringe parts of the RetroAchievements community...MORE PLACES TO FIND USCrubscribe ► https://bit.ly/CrubcastGet the show early and get exclusive content at our Patreon ► https://www.patreon.com/crubOur Crubcasts are recorded LIVE at https://www.twitch.tv/crub_official every Tuesday at 7pm Eastern, with EXCLUSIVE Pre- and Post-ShowsJoin our Discord ► https://crub.org/joinBird App ► https://twitter.com/crubofficialPodcasts are available on Apple, Google, Spotify, and other platforms are available at ► https://crub.orgSHOW NOTESFollow Chris on RetroAchievements:https://retroachievements.org/user/MykonosFanTODAY'S CRUBCAST HOSTSBrody: https://www.youtube.com/@RACROXChris: https://www.youtube.com/@MykonosFanKevin: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGoldenBoltCHAPTERS00:00 Gamers just be gaming!09:34 The Jak II story...11:31 Our most grueling Achievements17:29 Our Achievement...achievements25:48 Avatar The Burning Earth mentioned26:24 Putting RetroAchievements sickos on blast (Chris is one)35:02 Back to which RA sets would be the most insane...42:59 First Hot Shots Golf PS4 mention of 202647:14 The "PlayStation approach" to Platinums might be the best?51:53 So, about Nintendo56:07 Shoutout to Insomniac's Skill Points59:12 Finally, the hardest Achievement we've gotten? ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Support Boss Rush on Patreon here.The last few weeks in the games industry have been shocking to say the least. This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein are back to discuss the games they've been playing, including their time with the Marathon Server Slam, the Monster Hunter Stories 3 demo, Fire Emblem, and more.They also dig into the big news of Sony and PlayStation Studios' shocking closure of Bluepoint Games and Microsoft's immediate leadership shakeup. What does it really take to be able to manage these massive companies? Let's discuss on this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast.Email Questions to the Boss Rush Podcast.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
This week, the gang talk PlayStation on PC, Marathon, the next gen Xbox, and more!#ps5 #gamingnews #gamingWebsite: www.consolecreatures.comLike and follow us on Social Media:Twitter: @ConsoleCreatureYouTube: @ConsoleCreaturesFacebook: @RealConsoleCreatureInstagram: @ConsoleCreaturesThreads: @consolecreaturesBluesky: @consolecreatures.comOpening Theme credit to @MadSeedling
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Many have said that you can't put the genie back in the lamp, but PlayStation begs to differ. After years of flirting with PC releases (many of which were delayed after the game's initial launch), Sony's gaming group is erecting the walled garden. Naturally, some Xbox fans are looking over at these moves and wondering if the new leadership regime at Xbox can pull off a similar feat. Have these platform holders been running from their fate all along? Can Xbox even dream of undoing all their years of work on damaging their brand? The Dukes sound off on a topic that we imagine will cycle around for a while yet. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement.0:00:00 - Intro0:07:52 - What are we excited about in video games?0:16:32 - We came so close to a Fallout remaster0:22:06 - Highguard is officially shutting down0:34:34 - Nacon is in trouble0:38:44 - What is happening to WB Games?0:48:05 - DOOM: The Dark Ages DLC is like a sequel0:52:38 - Halo MCC gets a surprise update0:56:13 - A look into Assassin's Creed's future1:03:44 - Bloodborne Remake was almost real1:22:35 - Pokemon Winds & Waves revealed1:33:20 - AI game reviews are trickling in1:51:09 - What We're Playing2:56:09 - PlayStation is mostly walking away from PC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ep 517 - New leadership at Xbox whips up a fancy logo to reassure fans. Pokémon Gen 10 has graphics? Nintendo must be sending out dev kits because the latest Indie World is packed, and we chat about our thoughts on the new WWE and Planet of Lana II. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-new-and-152393497 00:00 - Intro 04:43 - Highguard is Officially Closing Down 18:54 - The New Xbox: Project Helix 27:04 - PlayStation Pulls Back on PC Ports 31:33 - Pokémon Gen 10 - Winds and Waves 38:00 - Nintendo Indie World Highlights 45:08- Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Confirmed 01:00:55 - A Word From Our Sponsors 01:04:48 - Top 10 Twos 01:16:39 - My One Thing 01:22:45 - WWE 2K26 Impressions 01:37:08 - The Disney Afternoon Collection Impressions 01:46:26 - Planet of Lana II Impressions 01:58:48 - L&R: Option to Skip 02:04:57 - L&R Game: Pokémon vs Monster Hunter 02:10:55 - L&R: Pales in Comparison 02:15:28 - Bets 02:21:18 - Closing Go to https://www.shopify.com/allies for a one-dollar-per-month trial period to grow your business–no matter what stage you're in. Go to https://www.factormeals.com/allies50off and use code ALLIES50OFF to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Splendid Smarch weather! This month, a farewell to the Xbox; a sneaky consent form; the soporific return of Alex's Dream Corner; the ongoing audio saga; the Virtual Boy is back and redder than ever; the new version of a game called Yakuza and Japanese cancel criteria; Paranormasight 2 in your area (if you're Alex), and the boys disagree about remakes (again)! Listeners of this podcast are cleared for preboarding! ====MUSIC==== Hidenori Iwasaki - Mocking Bop
Angela Sant'Albano & Nick Apostolides, the voices & mocap actors of Grace Ashcroft & Leon S. Kennedy in Resident Evil Requiem, join us this week to talk shop, acting and mocap in video games, and horror voice acting.Then we get into the news with Highguard shutting down, Sony halting PC ports of their single-player games, and the next XBOX is announced? Games this week: Legacy of Kain Defiance, Where Winds Meet, more Mewgenics, Docked, Path of Exile and more! 0:00 - Intro1:00 - Lizz & Faetality are here8:40 - Thoughts on RE913:00 - Nick and Angela are here16:00 - Angela's journey to Resident Evil30:10 - Scream queen41:00 - LEON S. KENNEDY1:00:00 - Getting into video game VA1:05:20 - Favorite RE games1:08:50 - You have to enjoy voice acting1:13:20 - Continuing to VA for games?1:24:00 - Slay the Spire 21:28:10 - Highguard shutting down1:37:20 - Marathon1:46:00 - Sony pulling away from PC1:51:30 - Project Helix1:54:00 - GDC starts this week2:02:30 - Legacy of Kain Defiance2:11:00 - Lollipop Chainsaw2:14:00 - Fatal Frame2:16:40 - Even more Mewgenics2:18:50 - Docked2:23:20 - Vampire Crawlers2:24:40 - The Dungeon Experience2:27:00 - Path of Exile Mirage2:35:10 - Fears to Fathom2:39:50 - Shoutouts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
►Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/McFixer The future of Xbox has been shared and apparently it's going to be more blurred lines between xbox and PC. Let's talk about it! ►Please Subscribe www.youtube.com/@UCtBPt1KMIIHpHuqrCLwZJLg ► BRAND NEW MXAM DISCORD - https://discord.gg/aQDSbAy8QH ► Twitter: @MCFixer @Kreshnikplays @MattPVideo @PaulDespawn ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/McFixer ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/Kreshnik ► Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/PaulDespawn Timecodes: 00:00 Intro 02:42 Helix 24:36 Whats in your Box? (Resident Evil Requiem, Rainbow 6 Siege, Assassins Creed Unity) 39:46 Xbox Full Screen Experience now coming to Lenovo Legion GO 41:47 South of Midnight Coming to Switch 2 March 31 44:41 Yakuza Creators new game gets funding pulled 50:06 Guess That Game 01:01:23 Whats in our Box?
This week on Xbox Expansion Pass, Luke Lohr (InsipidGhost) and Captain Logun examine one of the most interesting weeks in the gaming industry. Xbox has revealed the codename for its next generation hardware — Project Helix — a console designed to bridge the gap between Xbox and PC gaming ecosystems. At the same time, reporting from Bloomberg's Jason Schreier suggests that PlayStation may be reconsidering its strategy of bringing major single-player games to PC, potentially returning to a stronger focus on console exclusivity. We also discuss the launch of Bungie's Marathon, one of Sony's most important live-service releases following the company's $3.6 billion acquisition of Bungie. Topics include: • What Project Helix could mean for Xbox's future • Whether Xbox is building a console-PC hybrid • Sony's possible shift away from PC releases • The launch and early reactions to Marathon • The evolving battle between console exclusivity and platform ecosystems
This week - Kevin and Sam chat about new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma confirming the name and capabilities of the next-gen Xbox codenamed "Project Helix". We also have leaks of a new, unexpected God of War game. Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing24:30 New God of War Leaked43:00 Project Helix1:27:00 What Game Studio Closing would hurt the most?Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:STGM: https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialKevin: https://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialSam: https://bsky.app/profile/samheaney.bsky.socialJoin our Discord: https://discord.gg/89rMmfzmqwSupport our Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/SaveTheGameMediaAll music created by the amazing Purple Monkey: https://linktr.ee/pme.jib#Xbox #GodofWar #ProjectHelix #Gaming #PS5