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Send us a textJoin Chris and Richie as we breakdown every reveal and announcement from last week's Xbox Showcase. Plus our review and first impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 and Mario Kart World.00:00:37 - Welcome/Housekeeping00:03:32 - What we're playing00:12:34 - The News! 00:13:12 - Xbox Showcase Breakdown01:30:32 - Switch 2 & Mario Kart World Impressions01:39:30 - Other NewsWant more gaming content?
Support my work on Patreon (https://patreon.com/realdavejackson) Some games just grab your attention from the first trailer, and South of Midnight is one of those games. A breathtaking art style and a gothic Southern fantasy setting? South of Midnight jumped straight to the top of my to-play list, and it did not disappoint. Guest info: Kate Sánchez of But Why Tho? * Check out all of the writing and reporting on But Why Tho? https://butwhytho.net/ * Check out Kate's article on the folklore inspirations in South of Midnight https://butwhytho.net/2025/04/south-of-midnight-real-southern-folklore/ * Follow Kate on BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/ohmymithrandir.bsky.social TIMESTAMPS * 0:00 Title Card * 0:30 Intros/Personal Histories/Opening Thoughts * 13:54 Story Setup/Folklore/Southern Gothic Storytelling * 46:37 Presentation- Visuals/Music * 1:01:46 Gameplay/Combat * 1:21:49 Recommendations/Guest Plugs * 1:30:37 SPOILER WALL/Patron Thank-Yous * 1:32:26 Spoiler Section Music used in the episode is credited to Olivier Deriviere. You can purchase the soundtrack here (https://olivierderiviere.bandcamp.com/album/south-of-midnight-original-game-soundtrack). Tracks Used: Hazel's Story, The Storm, The Floods, Two-Toed Tom (Boss Fight), The Full Story, The Story Ends Join the Tales from the Backlog Discord server! (https://discord.gg/bptGyEWbk7) Buy me a coffee on Ko-fi (https://ko-fi.com/realdavejackson)! Social Media: BlueSky (https://bsky.app/profile/tftblpod.bsky.social) Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthebacklog/) Cover art by Jack Allen- find him at https://linktr.ee/JackAllenCaricatures Listen to A Top 3 Podcast on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/a-top-3-podcast/id1555269504), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/2euGp3pWi7Hy1c6fmY526O?si=0ebcb770618c460c) and other podcast platforms (atop3podcast.fireside.fm)!
On this episode of The Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with the one and only Phil Spencer at the Fallout 76 booth at Summer Game Fest Play Days. He shares his experiences playing on the ROG Xbox Ally X, working with the different development teams, which games really stood out to him during the Xbox Games Showcase, his trips to Japan, Xbox Play Anywhere, and more!00:00 Introduction01:00 Xbox in 202504:16 Studios Working Together05:42 Year of Obsidian06:50 Clockwork Revolution09:19 Keeper10:40 ESO, Sea of Thieves, Age of Mythology, and Fallout 7612:18 Xbox and Japanese Developers15:12 SUmmer Game Fest Play Days18:06 Xbox Play Anywhere19:59 ROG Xbox Ally23:46 25 Years of Xbox24:54 ClosingFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 233 - Kevin says goodbye to JamPackSam and they chat about Xbox cancelling their handheld, all the Xbox games from PlayStation's state of play, EA shuts down another studio and we give our final showcase/SGF predictions! Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing13:00 Xbox Handheld Shelved20:00 State of Play Round Up36:00 Black Panther Cancelled40:00 SGF/XBOX PredictionsSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #SGF #BlackPanther #XboxGamePass #XboxHandheld
Week of: 5-26-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
Week of: 5-19-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
Send us a text Join Chris and Tom as they breakdown all the week's video game news and stories including Naughty Dog working on another new title, PlayStation Stars closing down and somehow Star Wars Battlefront returned...00:00:38 - Welcome/Housekeeping00:04:07 - Expedition 33 & Blue Prince (Tom Games)00:18:53 - The News! 00:19:47 - Naughty Dogs New Game00:30:44 - PlayStation Stars Shutdown00:34:45 - PlayStation State of Play & SGF00:46:12 - Stellar Blade sequel confirmed!00:48:28 - Hellblade 2 coming to PS5 this Summer00:55:34 - Helldivers 2 Heart of Democracy Update01:03:38 - Metal Gear Delta opening revealed01:08:00 - Star Wars Battlefront resurgence! 01:16:38 - Warhammer 40K Dawn of War Definitive Edition01:18:37 - Retro Classics on Xbox and Switch Online01:21:42 - Elden Ring: The MovieWant more gaming content?
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 232 - Kevin and JamPackSam discuss chat about Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 going to PS5, Xbox Game Pass adds a new feature - RETRO classics, Avowed Director leaves and more! Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing15:00 TMNT Tactical Takedown (Code provided for coverage)20:00 Hellblade 2 PS5 42:00 RETRO CLASSICS on GAME PASS48:00 Game Pass Update52:00 Carrie Patel leaves ObsidianSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #Hellblade2 #PS5 #Review #CodeProvided #Antstream
Surprise announcement or long time coming?In this bonus episode of Game Pass or Pass, we break down the recent news that Microsoft is increasing prices on Xbox Series X consoles and first-party games.We get into:What's changing and whenWhy Microsoft is making these moves nowHow it stacks up against Sony and Nintendo's pricing strategiesWhat it means for the value of Game Pass moving forward Is this the beginning of the end for Game Pass's “best deal in gaming” reputation — or just the cost of doing business in 2025?
Week of: 5-12-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 231 - Kevin and Captain Logun chat about the mysterious tease from Ninja Theory regarding their next game, the Fallout TV showed renewed, Marvel 1943 delayed and more! Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #NinjaTheory #XboxGamePass #DOOM
On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at the historic El Rey Theater in Los Angeles, California to go hands on with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4. We'll talk to the devs about remastering the game for a new generation, new skaters, new levels, and more.00:00 Introduction01:19 Meet Kurt and Mike of Iron Galaxy04:04 How Do You Know You Got It Right05:04 General Overview06:20 Classic Parks Remastered08:02 Waterpark!09:29 Old Memories, New Additions10:45 Skaters and Techniques13:03 Doom Slayer and Revenant14:05 Soundtrack15:42 Final Thoughts16:21 Jeff Does CrimeFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
Week of: 5-5-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 230 - Kevin and JamPackSam are joined by Sam Heaney (No Limits!, IGN) to chat all about DOOM: The Dark Ages! Is it the best DOOM game? We also chat about Gears of War going to PS5 and GTA 6 is DELAYED!Codes provided by Xbox/Bethesda for reviewTime Stamps:0:00 DOOM: The Dark Ages Review46:00 Gears of War: Reloaded 01:10:00 GTA 6 DELAYEDSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #DOOM #TheDarkAges #GTA6 #GearsofWar #PS5 #Review
Week of: 4-28-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 229 - Kevin and JamPackSam chat about Xbox's latest price increases! A massive hike on consoles, accessories and the introduction of $80 games. Is Game Pass next?Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing22:00 Xbox Price Increases52:00 EA and Respawn Layoffs1:02:00 Subscription FutureSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #XboxGamePass #PriceIncrease #Gaming
Week of: 4-21-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
Send us a textJoin Chris and Richie as they breakdown all the week's gaming news including their visit to The PlayStation Concert this last week and reviews for Expedition 33 and Oblivion Remastered! 00:00:41 - Welcome/Housekeeping00:02:38 - What We're Playing00:08:00 - The News! 00:08:55 - Ghost of Yotei coming October 2nd00:20:57 - FBC Firebreak coming June 17th00:29:43 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Reviews00:42:31 - Oblivion & Indiana Jones doing great! 01:03:44 - Days Gone Remastered01:11:34 - Xbox Cloud Gaming coming to LG TV's01:17:05 - PlayStation Concert Review01:31:38 - Spilt Fiction Movie with Sydney SweeneyWant more gaming content?
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 228 - Kevin and JamPackSam are joined by Sam Heaney (No Limits! and IGN) to discuss Expedition 33 and the Oblivion Remaster (Remake).Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing20:00 Expedition 3340:00 Oblivion Remastered50:00 Marathon ThoughtsSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #Expedition33 #Oblivion
On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with McLaren and Trisha from Stoic to talk about all things Towerborne right before it's Xbox Game Pass and Early Access release on 4/29!00:00 Introduction02:10 Early Access Learnings09:38 More Changes16:21 Narrative Addition20:30 Feedback, Couch Co-op, and Play Anywhere26:00 What's Next30:32 Final ThoughtsFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
Week of: 4-14-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 227 - Kevin and JamPackSam chat about the leaked Elder Scrolls 4 Oblivion Remaster images, the stacked month of Game Pass and Xbox's pledge to support Switch 2Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing23:00 Oblivion Remaster30:00 Marathon Reveal43:00 Xbox Game Pass Update49:00 Xbox Mobile Update53:00 Phil Spencer Variety InterviewSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #ElderScrolls #Nintendo #Oblivion #Switch2
Week of: 4-7-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
Send us a textJoin Chris and Richie as they discuss all the week's gaming news including the latest Xbox Showcase reveal, Switch 2 pre-order chaos and all the viral madness that is the Minecraft Movie. Lave Chicken anyone? 00:00:39 - Welcome/Housekeeping00:03:50 - Currently Playing? 00:14:38 - The News! 00:16:04 - Xbox Showcase Announced00:37:21 - Hogwarts Legacy & Blue Prince (PS Plus)00:45:14 - The Nintendo Switch 2 chaos? 01:02:23 - The Last of Us Complete Edition01:10:08 - Mafia: The Old Country (Aug 8th)01:13:41 - Toys4Bob looking at Banjo-Kazooie01:16:29 - Universal Studios coming to the UK01:20:47 - Minecraft Movie goes viral! 01:23:45 - PlayStation Concert cancelled01:27:20 - Gaming Music Quiz ( @kaBoonioGaming )01:34:30 - This Day in Video Gaming History Want more gaming content?
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 226 - Kevin and guest co-host Captain Logun discuss the announcement of the Xbox Games Showcase and the possible effect of tariffs on Xbox.Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #Nintendo #Tariffs #Trump #XboxGamePass #SouthofMidnight
Warning: The following episode may make you quite sad, angry or annoyed. But, hey, don't blame us, we just read the news that other people have reported on... In good news, Minecraft is getting an update! While it's no Super Duper Graphics Pack that was promised way back in 2017, it does bring enhanced lighting, and other cool stuff. They call this update Vibrant Visuals, and hopefully this is laying the foundation for whats to come, with Mojang building up over time to getting us amazing looking giant blocks. From now now, we'll be seeing Minecraft in a whole new light... Microsoft celebrated its 50th anniversary. And it was all about Copilot. Like, come on Microsoft - you have disrupted so many industries, gaming included - and you chose to focus on Copilot. Oh, we got a new dynamic background for Xbox. Thanks, I suppose... Atomfall looks like its a massive hit, thanks to the Game Pass effect. Although reports of bugs, lost saves, audio issues and more are plaguing those achievement hunters and completionists. Probably best to wait for a few patches before diving into this one. And Nintendo had a Direct. Apart from some exorbitant game pricing (seriously - $80 for Forza Mario Kart Horizon!), we got a bunch of new games coming to Xbox. Pity none stand out, as Nintendo either showed off what we already know (hello Silksong), and a bunch of indie games that look right at home on the Switch. Maybe next Direct, we can expect some more excitement, but until June and Not-E3 happens, we're probably going to be hanging out for any news. Speaking of Achievement Hunters - the current event is is the world famous #AprilAchievementChallenge! Check out our website for future events and join our Discord to become a member of our amazing community. -- For previous episodes, our socials, community events, and more, visit ⭐THE XBOXCAST OFFICIAL WEBSITE ⭐
Week of: 3-31-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 225 - Kevin and JamPackSam chat all about South of Midnight - is this Xbox's sleeper hit of 2025? We also have Game Pass updates and are games about to cost WAY MORE?!Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing13:00 South of Midnight Review33:00 Game Pass Update38:00 Are Game Prices increasing? Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #SouthofMidnight #Review #GamePass
Week of: 3-24-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
Week of: 3-17-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 224 - Kevin, JamPackSam and Kyle discuss their time with Assassin's Creed Shadows, Towerborne gets a release date and Xbox wants more games to be Play Anywhere!Codes provided by Ubisoft for reviewTime Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing13:00 Assassin's Creed Shadows Impressions1:00:00 Game Pass UpdateSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #AssassinsCreedShadows #ACShadows #Ubisoft #XboxGamePass #Towerborne
Week of: 3-10-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 223- Kevin and JamPackSam discuss Xbox's handheld leak, potentially buying Ubisoft IP, the Oblivion Remake coming in APRIL and Microsoft brings Co-Pilot to XboxSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #XboxPodcast #ASUS #GamePass
On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with Fatima Kardar and Jason Ronald to discuss Copilot for Gaming and updates to Xbox Play Anywhere, cloud gaming, and more!Please note the Copilot examples are proof of concept only. Not an actual product of their respective games.For more information go to:Xbox Wire - news.xbox.comMicrosoft Gamedev Blog - developer.microsoft.com00:00 Introduction02:18 What We're Playing04:38 Copilot for Gaming20:47 Xbox Play Anywhere26:12 Cloud Gaming27:30 Stream Your Own Games29:35 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
Week of: 3-3-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On episode 222 of Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast - Kevin and JamPackSam chat about the latest Gears of War rumors surrounding not only a collection but a release on PS5. Is the iconic Xbox-exclusive really coming to PS5? In other news, Split Fiction reviews are in and we might have another GOTY contender! Plus, the latest Game Pass drop and return of Tony Hawk!Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing22:00 Gears of War to PS5?35:00 Split Fiction Reviews41:00 Game Pass Update45:00 THPS 3 and 4 RemakeSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialwww.jampacksam.com https://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #GearsofWar #PS5 #Rumor #SplitFiction #TonyHawk
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at WWE 2K25 Creator Fest in Orlando, Florida! Malik dives deep with the devs and talks with Jey Uso, Xavier Woods, and Shayna Baszler about what they're looking forward to. We're also stepping into the squared circle and getting hands on with the game.00:00 Introduction01:05 Creator Fest Tour03:24 Interview with Jey Uso05:49 Interview with Shayna Baszler08:54 Interview with Xavier Woods10:54 Gameplay13:18 Dev Interview15:03 The Island17:21 Bloodline23:52 Updates27:36 GM Mode29:09 Dev Wrap Up32:52 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
Week of: 2-24-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 221 - Kevin and JamPackSam chat about Xbox's decision to delay Fable to 2026 and Warner Bros. turmoil continues as they shut down multiple studios! Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing24:00 Fable Delayed41:00 WB Games Shuts Down Studios49:00 ID Xbox ShowcaseSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #Fable #WBGames #Delayed #Monolith #Multiversus #XboxGamePass
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with the head of Xbox Game Studios, Craig Duncan, to discuss Avowed, South of Midnight, multiplatform releases, Fable, and more!00:00 Introduction to Craig03:01 Avowed06:09 South of Midnight07:55 Ninja Gaiden 409:54 Clair Obscur: Expedition 3311:09 Doom: The Dark Ages12:04 Multiplatform Releases14:13 Fable17:49 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
Week of: 2-17-2025 Xbox Gaming News, Releases, and A Fun Fact
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 220 - Kevin and JamPackSam discuss Muse AI - Microsoft's new generative AI tool that Xbox creators will now have at their disposal. Is this good for creators or a worrying sign of things to come? We also have the latest Game Pass update and a showcase rumor already!Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing30:00 MUSE AI53:00 Game Pass Update55:00 THPS 3 + 4 RemasterSupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #MUSE #AI #GenerativeAI #Podcast #GamePass
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 219 - Kevin, JamPackSam and Sam Heaney discuss Avowed! Both Sam's have played it - does Obsidian have another hit on their hands? We also have a preview of South of Midnight and plenty from PlayStation's latest State of Play hitting Xbox! Time Stamps:0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing15:00 Avowed Impressions45:00 South of Midnight Preview1:06:00 State of Play Games Coming to Xbox!Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMediaFollow Us:https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.socialAudio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalkJoin 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 #Avowed #Southofmidnight #Obsidian #Compulsion #GamePass #playstation
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we travel to New York City to get hands on with South of Midnight and talk to the devs from Compulsion Games about the story, art, music, and gameplay of their Southern Gothic adventure.00:00 Introduction00:36 Art Direction05:04 Story10:03 Music and Sound14:35 Gameplay25:58 Story of Empathy27:54 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/XboxTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/XboxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 218 - Kevin and JamPackSam chat about the latest round of Xbox games heading to PS5, an indie showcase announcement and more! Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing 21:00 More PS5 Ports 34:00 ID Xbox Showcase 38:00 Metal Gear Solid Delta Release Date Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMedia Follow Us: https://bsky.app/profile/savethegamemedia.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/jampacksam.bsky.social https://bsky.app/profile/themuff1nmon.bsky.social Audio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalk Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/89rMmfzmqw Support our Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/SaveTheGameMedia All music created by the amazing Purple Monkey: https://linktr.ee/pme.jib #Xbox #PS5 #GamePass #XboxPodcast #VideoGames
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 217 - Kevin and JamPackSam breakdown Phil Spencer's recent interviews where he discusses Xbox's multiplatform shift, future of hardware and more. We have rumors Gears E-Day is this year and trouble at BioWare? Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing 20:00 Xbox Full Multiplatform (Interviews, Forza, More) 53:00 BioWare Troubles Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMedia Follow Us: https://twitter.com/SaveGameMedia https://twitter.com/TheMuff1nMon https://twitter.com/JampackSam Audio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalk Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/89rMmfzmqw Support our Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/SaveTheGameMedia All music created by the amazing Purple Monkey: https://linktr.ee/pme.jib #Xbox #PhilSpencer #BioWare #MassEffect #CallofDuty #XboxGamePass
In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we are diving deep into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with Sandfall Interactive's Guillaume Broche and Nicholas Maxson-Francombe. 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Sandfall Interactive 02:23 World and Story 04:52 Exploration and Combat 11:34 Skills 14:05 English Voice Cast 16:33 Art Direction 19:02 World Map 22:06 Final Thoughts FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 216 - Kevin and JamPackSam breakdown the Xbox Developer_Direct! The surprise reveal of Ninja Gaiden 4, a shadow drop and so many release dates! Xbox's 2025 is off to a great start including a 2nd half of January Game Pass drop that is packed! Finally - JamPackSam has played Assassin's Creed Shadows! Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing 16:00 Xbox Developer_Direct Recap 42:00 Assassin's Creed Shadows Preview 1:00:00 Game Pass Update Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMedia Follow Us: https://twitter.com/SaveGameMedia https://twitter.com/TheMuff1nMon https://twitter.com/JampackSam Audio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalk Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/89rMmfzmqw Support our Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/SaveTheGameMedia All music created by the amazing Purple Monkey: https://linktr.ee/pme.jib #Xbox #NinjaGaiden #xboxdeveloperdirect #Doom
On Project XTalk: An Xbox Podcast 215 - Kevin and JamPackSam discuss Xbox's future in the Handheld space. Jason Ronald says major improvements are coming this year! In other news, Xbox expands Cloud to another device, rumors of a new console in 2026 and the worst Game Pass drop ever? Xbox has also announced their annual Developer_Direct with a surprise game - what do we think it is and Ubisoft delays AC Shadows... again. Time Stamps: 0:00 Intro & Whatcha Playing 22:00 Xbox on Handhelds 38:00 Developer Direct Announced 52:00 Xbox Next Gen 2026? 58:00 Game Pass 1:00:00 AC Shadows Delayed Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/SaveTheGameMedia Follow Us: https://twitter.com/SaveGameMedia https://twitter.com/TheMuff1nMon https://twitter.com/JampackSam Audio: https://anchor.fm/project-xtalk Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/89rMmfzmqw Support our Extra Life: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/STGM All music created by the amazing Purple Monkey: https://linktr.ee/pme.jib #Xbox #Steam #Lenovo #Asus #GamePass #XboxPodcast #PCHandheld
Contrary to their usual behavior, Xbox's communication has left no room for guessing as of late. In a recent marketing campaign titled "This Is An Xbox," the team showed a plethora of devices that you can access the Xbox ecosystem from. Following our conversation about Phil Spencer's interview with Bloomberg, the message already seemed clear that multi-platform is the future. Now, that message is crystal clear and there is no going back. The Dukes dive into the meaning behind this ad and, of course, what caveats may lie within their messaging as Phil was quick to assure console users that there would be more hardware. With plummeting hardware sales, why would Xbox seemingly abandon an install base of over 30 million users and risk damaging the start of their next generation? This becomes an even bigger question when their push on mobile is in its early beginnings and its PC app desperately needs work. The Xbox experience is best on the console, so what gives? Naturally, we have a lot to say on that, but we also have much to say on GAMES! The Dukes had a chance to go hands-on with Avowed in a digital preview event and things are shaping up quite nicely for Obsidian's next RPG. We get into the thick of our builds, choices, exploration, and even some bugs. We also dive into the hotly anticipated S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 which has faced much adversity in its lead up to launch. Now it's here and Matty has some thoughts after over 15 hours with the game so far. Plus more on Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024's disastrous launch, The Game Awards GOTY nominee kerfuffle, Starfield's November update, and plenty more in an episode with seemingly endless subjects to dive into! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro 0:11:51 - Game Awards GOTY nominees 0:29:02 - Starfield's November Update 0:30:42 - Todd Howard's takeaway on Shattered Space 0:42:48 - Microsoft Flight Sim 2024's chaotic launch 0:50:55 - Atomfall gets a release date 0:53:52 - Assassin's Creed Syndicate gets a next generation patch 0:59:48 - Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess failed to hit its sales targets 1:03:52 - Remedy's shocking sales and budget transparency 1:07:55 - Embracer Group continues to plummet 01:13:21 - Dynasty Warriors Origins gets demo on November 22 1:13:52 - What We're Playing 2:10:24 - This is an Xbox advertisements 2:33:56 - Sony is looking into purchasing the Kadokawa Corporation 2:56:22 - Avowed is coming to Battle Net and has 5 days of early access 3:11:19 - Coming soon to Xbox Game Pass 3:14:20 - Game Pass Pick Of The Week Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices