Episodes

  • Joseph and Chris discuss the future of Assassin's Creed and the new Switch OLED Model. Plus, Chris reviews Boomerang X. 


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites




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    Music
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    Quick News

    Starts at 9:00

    Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass: Bloodroots, Farming Simulator 19, UFC 4, and More
    Megan Spurr
    https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/07/06/coming-soon-xbox-game-pass-july-2021/

    PS Now Confirms Leaked Line-Up for July 2021, Plus More PS4 Games
     Liam Croft 
    https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2021/07/ps_now_confirms_leaked_line-up_for_july_2021_plus_more_ps4_games

    The Witcher 3’s next-gen version will include DLC based on the Netflix show
    Andy Robinson
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-witcher-3s-next-gen-version-will-include-dlc-based-on-the-netflix-show/

    Death Stranding: Director’s Cut has new story missions and improved combat
    Andrew Webster 
    https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/8/22569182/death-stranding-directors-cut-new-features-release-date-ps5

    News

    Watch Again: State of Play shows off 11 upcoming PS5 and PS4 games
    Chris Scullion
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/watch-again-state-of-play-shows-off-11-upcoming-ps5-and-ps4-games/

    Ubisoft’s next Assassin’s Creed will be a live service game
    Maddy Myers 
    https://www.polygon.com/22566556/ubisoft-assassins-creed-infinity-live-service-game

    Nintendo Switch OLED Model - Price, Release Date, Specs, Battery Life And Where It Leaves 'Switch Pro'
    Gavin Lane & Damien McFerran
    https://www.nintendolife.com/guides/nintendo-switch-oled-model-price-release-date-specs-battery-life-and-where-it-leaves-switch-pro


    Listener Questions

    #1 Turner and Hooch Fan
    @TurnerandDouche
    Hey buds, so GTA 6... do you think we will finally be able to play as Grimace from McDongalds?



    What We’ve Been Playing

    Chris:

    Boomerang X (review code provided for RetroWare review)

    FIFA 21 manager mode


    Josh: 


    Joseph:

    Warzone

    Metro Exodus



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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  • Joseph and Chris discusses PlayStation's acquisition of Returnal developer Housemarque, Chris previews Death's Door, and is a new Silent Hill by horror studio Bloober Team on the way?
    Hosts and info:


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News
    Ghost of Tsushima is getting an enhanced director’s cut on the PS4 and PS5
     Jay Peters
    https://www.theverge.com/2021/7/1/22559264/ghost-of-tsushima-directors-cut-sony-ps4-ps5-sucker-punch-iki-island

    PS Plus July 2021 Free PS5, PS4 Games Announced
    Robert Ramsey 
    https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2021/07/ps_plus_july_2021_free_ps5_ps4_games_announced

    New Games with Gold for July 2021
    https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/06/29/new-games-with-gold-for-july-2021/\

    News
    Sony buys Returnal developer Housemarque
     Wesley Yin-Poole
    https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-06-29-sony-buys-returnal-developer-housemarque

    Sony adds PC port developer to PlayStation Studios
    Michael McWhertor
    https://www.polygon.com/22558968/playstation-studios-acquires-nixxes-software-pc-ports

    Sony Acquisition of Bluepoint Games Supposedly Leaked by Image Mistake
    Robert Ramsey
    https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2021/06/sony_acquisition_of_bluepoint_games_supposedly_leaked_by_image_mistake


    Konami and Bloober Team announce partnership amid Silent Hill links
    Chris Scullion
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/konami-and-bloober-team-announce-partnership-amid-silent-hill-links/

    Xbox Cloud Gaming is Now Fully Available to All Game Pass Ultimate Subscribers
    Joseph Knoop
    https://www.ign.com/articles/xbox-cloud-gaming-game-pass-ultimate-release

    Dead Space 4 is reportedly ‘a full remake’ inspired by recent Resident Evils
    Andy Robinson
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/dead-space-4-is-reportedly-a-full-remake-inspired-by-recent-resident-evils/


    What We’ve Been Playing
    Chris:

    Death’s Door (review code provided)

    Super Smash Bros. Ultimate


    Josh: 


    Joseph:
    Returnal

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  • Joseph, Josh, and Chris plead to Nintendo for access to their old games, new Dead Space rumors are spreading, and Chris talks about Phantom Abyss.



    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites




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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    Coming Soon to Xbox Game Pass: Gang Beasts, Limbo, Prodeus, and More
    Megan Spurr
    https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/06/23/xbox-game-pass-coming-soon-june-2021/


    Windows 11 reveal confirms Xbox Game Pass and xCloud integration, as well as Android
    Austin Wood
    https://www.gamesradar.com/windows-11-reveal-confirms-xbox-game-pass-and-xcloud-integration/


    Tekken X Street Fighter Might Still Happen, It's Just On "Pause"
    Jeremy Winslow
    https://www.gamespot.com/articles/tekken-x-street-fighter-might-still-happen-its-just-on-pause/1100-6493204/

    News

    Ghost of Tsushima mini-sequel Ghost of Ikishima rumored for PS5
    Austin Wood
    https://www.gamesradar.com/ghost-of-tsushima-mini-sequel-ghost-of-ikishima-rumored-for-ps5/

    Video game conventions are happening again
     Nicole Carpenter
    https://www.polygon.com/22545220/pax-west-2021-dates-announcement-badges

    DESPERATE METROID FANS REVEAL WHY WE NEED NINTENDO GAME PASS
    Joseph Yaden
    https://www.inverse.com/gaming/metroid-wii-u-proves-we-need-nintendo-game-pass

    EA’s IP revival is reportedly a Dead Space ‘reimagining’
    Andy Robinson
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/eas-ip-revival-is-reportedly-a-dead-space-reimagining/

    Listener Questions

    Andrew McMahon
    @Mcmahon_BearPig

    Are you guys picking up Mario Golf? I was going to until I heard it only had 6 courses and was stripped of a lot of features from the previous games. Why do you think Nintendo is regressing so many of their games?

    Connor Ewing
    @Connoerewing
    If a new Dead Space did happen, would you prefer it to be a sequel (either direct or just in the same universe as 1-3) or a complete reboot?

    Zac LaRocque-Walker
    @Zaclw
    What are your top 3 picks from the Wii U Virtual Console?

    Brigitte
    @Skywardsiren
    Do you think PAX will reverse its stance on not requiring proof of vaccination for the event considering the backlash?

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Chris:

    Phantom Abyss (preview code provided)

    Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance (thanks Xbox Game Pass)

    Sonic: Lost World

    Spyro: Year of the Dragon


    Josh: 

    Sea of Thieves

    Fortnite


    Joseph:
    Mario Golf: Super Rush

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  • Josh and Chris have a hot and steamy discussion over the longevity of the Nintendo Switch and they discuss Mass Effect, Guilty Gear Strive, and Ninja Gaiden Sigma.


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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    An Alan Wake Remaster Might Have Been Found In The Epic Game Store
    John Carson
    gameinformer.com/news/2021/06/18/an-alan-wake-remaster-might-have-been-found-in-the-epic-game-store

    So Many People Are Playing Battlefield 4 Again That EA Is Increasing Server Capacity
    Zack Zwiezen
    kotaku.com/so-many-people-are-playing-battlefield-4-again-that-ea-1847134348



    Rockstar Is Shutting Down GTA Online On PS3 And Xbox 360 In December
    Marcus Stewart
    gameinformer.com/2021/06/16/rockstar-is-shutting-down-gta-online-on-ps3-and-xbox-360-in-december


    The Medium Crosses Over To PlayStation 5 In September
    Marcus Stewart
    gameinformer.com/2021/06/16/the-medium-crosses-over-to-playstation-5-in-september



    News

    Microsoft is bringing next-gen Xbox games to the Xbox One with xCloud
    Tom Warren
    theverge.com/2021/6/16/22536418/microsoft-xbox-series-x-games-on-xbox-one-xcloud-streaming

    Nintendo President Comments On New Switch Hardware
    Ben Reeves
    gameinformer.com/2021/06/18/nintendo-president-comments-on-new-switch-hardware





    Listener Questions


    Andrew McMahon
    How do you think the next WarioWare will turn out considering how Super Mario Party was pretty paired down when it came to creativity when compared to previous iterations. Do you think they’ll do the same with this one to make it more accessible to casual players?

    Joseph Yaden
    If a Wario Wario Wario, how much Wario would a Wario Wario if a Wario Wario Wario?



    What We’ve Been Playing



    Chris:

    Guilty Gear Strive (review code provided)

    Biomutant (review code provided)

    Ninja Gaiden Sigma (review code provided)




    Josh: 

    Mass Effect 3 (Mass Effect Legendary Edition)

    Fortnite



                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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  • Josh, Chris, and special guest Abram Buehner from Back Log Banter and CBR review E3 2021 



    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites


    Special guest Abram Buehner - https://twitter.com/PnguinsWitCapes




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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    News and Rate the Conferences


    Summer Game Fest (Windows Central)

    Elden Ring, gets January 21, 2022 release date

    Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands (fantasy sci-fi FPS spinoff of Borderlands that stars Andy Samberg, Wanda Sykes, Will Arnett and Ashly Burch)

    Metal Slug Tactics, a strategy version of the classic game

    Death Stranding: Director’s Cut


    Ubisoft Forward (Windows Central)

    Rainbow Six Extraction trailer and release date of September 16

    Mario + Rabbids: Spark of Hope - brings in Rabbid Rosalina and a space setting

    Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora - an open world first person action game set in the Avatar universe. It is based in the Western area of Pandora that hasn’t been seen in the film. 2022 release date.


    Gearbox (IGN)

    A bizarre interview from Randy Pitchford on the set of Borderlands

    Godfall is coming to PS4

    Homeworld 3 in production


    Devolver (NME)

    Wizard with a Gun, 2022

    Inscryption from Pony Island creator, deckbuilding roguelite

    Death’s Door releases on Xbox and PC on July 20

    Trek to Yomi, 2022, looks like Ghost of Tsushima in a 2D platformer


    Xbox and Bethesda Showcase (GamesRadar)

    Starfield releases on November 11, 2022

    Forza Horizon 5 set in Mexico, releases November 9, 2021

    Battlefield 2042 gameplay looks amazing

    Jack Sparrow makes appearance in Sea of Thieves with free episode on June 22

    Redfall is a new IP from Arkane Austin, releases in the summer

    Contraband, new multiplayer co-op game by Just Cause developer

    Yakuza: Like A Dragon on Game Pass

    12 Minutes - August 19, 2021

    Hades on Xbox - August 13, 2021. It’s on Xbox Game Pass.

    Halo Infinite gameplay

    Back 4 Blood on Xbox Game Pass

    Square Enix (Kotaku)

    Guardians of the Galaxy from Eidos Montreal releases on October 26, 2021, will be single player only, will have TellTale style storytelling with dialogue options

    Babylon’s Fall is a live service title, coming to PS5, PS4, and PC. 

    Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin comes to all platforms in 2022, demo released but doesn’t work. It’s similar to Devil May Cry.

    Limited Run Games

    Somehow Plumbers Don’t Wear Ties gets physical and digital release this year on Switch, PC, and PS4

    Castlevania: Rondo of Blood gets re-release on TurboDuo

    River City Girls 2 and River City Girls Zero coming


    Nintendo (TechRadar)
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  • Chris and Joseph go over their totally accurate E3 predictions, answer a question about God of War being overrated, and discuss Insomniac's open world approach with Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart.



    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    Bend Studio is working on a new IP that ‘builds on Days Gone’s open-world systems’
    Tom Ivan
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/bend-studio-is-working-on-a-new-ip-that-builds-on-days-gones-open-world-systems/
    Upcoming Releases/Announcements
    News
    God of War 2 delayed to 2022
     Jordan Gerblick 
    https://www.gamesradar.com/god-of-war-2-delay-2022/

    New Battlefield reveal coming June 9
    Michael McWhertor
    https://www.polygon.com/22463141/battlefield-6-announcement-date-stream


    E3 2021 Schedule Details Revealed As Fan Registration Opens
    https://e3expo.com/news/e3-news/e3-2021-schedule-and-fan-registration

    https://www.gamepur.com/guides/all-summer-gaming-live-stream-events-how-to-watch-summer-game-fest-e3-2021-ubisoft-forward-and-more

    Rumor: Square Enix Set to Announce a New Action-RPG Final Fantasy Spinoff
    Imran Khan
    https://www.fanbyte.com/news/rumor-square-enix-set-to-announce-a-new-action-rpg-final-fantasy-spinoff/

    E3 Predictions

    Joseph 


    Chris

    Listener Questions

    #1 Turner and Hooch Fan
    @TurnerandDouche
    Hey buckorooni's, I need some help. Can you send me some cheat codes for The Mummy on PS1? Brendan Frasier is lookin pretty rough and I want to give him a funny hat.

    Sterling Silver
    @SilverSt3rling
    Do you think this is the Switch's most important E3 since we're in the consoles second half of its like and its gotten releases for all their major franchises? We get to see where their priorities are with smaller series and if we're getting sequels to certain games.

    Andrew McMahon
    @McMahon_BearPig
    Convince me god of war isn’t overrated. Like, it’s good, but still sits at a 4/5 for me due to repetition

    PlayStacin
    @PlayStacin
    Why do people gotta complain about cross-gen titles? Its annoying af


    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:
    Resident Evil Village (review code provided)

    Chris:

    Virtua Fighter V Showdown

    Fortnite

    Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart (review code provided)


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  • Chris and Joseph discuss this week's hectic news, including all the Sonic the Hedgehog announcements, Dying Light 2, and the rumors of a Nintendo Switch Pro.



    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    Xbox and Bethesda's Games Showcase Will Take Place on June 13
    Matt T.M. Kim
    https://www.ign.com/articles/xbox-bethesda-games-showcase-e3-event-2021-date

    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    Square Enix reveals Dragon Quest 12, Dragon Quest 3 ‘HD-2D’ remake
    Michael McWhertor
    https://www.polygon.com/22456431/dragon-quest-12-announced-dq3-remake-treasures-keshi

    Pokémon Brilliant Diamond & Shining Pearl And Legends: Arceus Get Confirmed Release Dates
    Ryan Craddock
    https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2021/05/pokemon_brilliant_diamond_and_shining_pearl_and_legends_arceus_get_confirmed_release_dates


    Far Cry 6 Release Date Set With New Gameplay Reveal
    Liana Ruppert
    https://www.gameinformer.com/2021/05/28/far-cry-6-release-date-set-with-new-gameplay-reveal

    Horizon Forbidden West release date, PS5 exclusivity, new gameplay trailer, and everything we know so far
    Rachel Weber 
    https://www.gamesradar.com/horizon-forbidden-west-guide/

    Dying Light 2: Stay Human release date set for December
    Joseph Yaden
    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/dying-light-2-release-date-set-december/

    News

     Sonic Central Wrap Up
    Chris Penwell
    https://retroware.com/2021/05/28/sonic-central-wrap-up-the-future-of-the-blue-blur/

    Borderlands 3 is getting crossplay support, but not on PlayStation
     Tom Warren
    https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/27/22456413/borderlands-3-crossplay-support-playstation-2k-games

    PS Plus June 2021 Free PS5, PS4 Games Announced
    Robert Ramsey
    https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2021/05/ps_plus_june_2021_free_ps5_ps4_games_announced

    Here Are Your Xbox Games With Gold For June 2021
    Fraser Gilbert 
    https://www.purexbox.com/news/2021/05/here_are_your_xbox_games_with_gold_for_june_2021

    Nintendo reportedly plans to reveal Switch Pro before E3
    Joseph Yaden
    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/nintendo-reportedly-plans-to-reveal-switch-pro-before-e3/

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:

    Resident Evil Village

    Warzone


    Chris:

    Mystery game

    Knockout City

    Fortnite


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  • Joseph, Josh, and Chris dissect Resident Evil Village's story, gameplay, and world in their spoiler-filled review.
    Review code provided by Capcom.
    Spoilers start at 10:10


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    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm
    Overview
    Story
    With this being a continuation of RE7, we’ll touch on how Village connects to it and how these two games fit into the overall series as a whole. We’ll also touch on how we feel about the game’s narrative, which story beats stood out to us and what we thought about the wacky ending.
    Based on previous discussions, it seems like we have different views on how we enjoyed the game’s ending, so we’ll dive into this during the review. 
    Gameplay
    Let’s start off with discussing Resident Evil Village’s gameplay, which has mostly remained the same from RE7. Here is a great time to talk about The Duke merchant and upgrade system, the new weapons, and any standout sections of the game in terms of gameplay.
    We’ll cover the boss battles, creature design, level design, and its scare factor. Does it feel like an action game? Does it feel more like survival horror? We discuss our favorite and least favorite sections of the game here.
    The Village
    With it being called Village, how do the Village sections actually pan out? Does the Village feel like a “character?” Does it warrant being the game’s subtitle? How are these sections handled gameplay-wise and narratively? 
    Any other notable points
    During this section, we discuss any other talking points such as gripe or criticisms we haven’t yet covered, or how we feel about the Mercenaries mode. We’ll use this time to mention anything that didn’t fit in the previous sections.
    Main takeaways
    Here, we’ll wrap up our overall thoughts on Resident Evil Village, and whether we’d recommend it. We’ll also mention who this game is for and who should skip it.
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  • Joseph is finally back as all three discuss Geoff Keighley's plans for Summer Game Fest, the next TimeSplitters, and the tough-as-nails Returnal.



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    Music
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    Quick News

    Overwatch 2 Drops Standard PVP Count To 5V5
    Jason Guisao
    https://www.gameinformer.com/2021/05/20/overwatch-2-drops-standard-pvp-count-to-5v5

    Mass Effect's Normandy Ship Comes To No Man's Sky In Crossover Event
    Eddie Makuch
    https://www.gamespot.com/articles/mass-effects-normandy-ship-comes-to-no-mans-sky-in-crossover-event/1100-6491823/

    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    Grand Theft Auto V is coming to the PS5 and Xbox Series X in November
    Andrew Webster
    https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/18/22441925/grand-theft-auto-5-gta-online-ps5-xbox-series-x-release-date

    'The Last Of Us Part II' now runs at 60 fps on the PS5
    K. Holt
    https://www.engadget.com/the-last-of-us-part-ii-ps5-patch-60-fps-naughty-dog-160807112.html


    News

    New TimeSplitters to be developed by original creators
    Vic Hood
    https://www.techradar.com/news/new-timesplitters-to-be-developed-by-original-creators

    New Zelda: Skyward Sword HD Amiibo Figure Revealed (it locks fast travel to the amiibo rather than the game)
    Kevin Kneszevic
    https://www.gamespot.com/articles/new-zelda-skyward-sword-hd-amiibo-figure-revealed/1100-6491678/

    PlayStation, Xbox, Square Enix and more will be part of Summer Game Fest
    Chris Penwell
    https://www.gamepur.com/news/playstation-xbox-square-enix-and-more-will-be-part-of-summer-games-fest

    Listener Questions

    Andrew MacMahon (@McMahon_BearPig)
    How long until we finally get Online for TLOU2 and will it be factions again?

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:

    Resident Evil Village (review code provided)

    Returnal

    Hood: Outlaws & Legends (review code provided)


    Chris:

    Resident Evil Village (review code provided)

    Returnal

    Resident Evil Remake (the first one)

    Hood: Outlaws & Legends (review code provided)


    Josh: 

    Resident Evil Village (review code provided) 

    Mass Effect: Legendary Edition (Joseph code provided)  

    Before I Forget (review code provided) link to Retroware review


    Knockout City (review code provided) 

    Aerial_Knight’s Never Yield (review code provided) 


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  • Josh, Chris, and special guest game developer Eldar Basic discuss the wonderfully gruesome Resident Evil Village, the Epic vs. Apple drama in court, and PlayStation's latest deal with Discord. 


    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



    Eldar - twitter.com/EldarBasically



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    Announcing PlayStation’s new Partnership with Discord
    Jim Ryan
    https://www.sie.com/en/blog/announcing-playstations-new-partnership-with-discord/

    Nintendo’s next big Switch title is aimed at budding game designers
    Andrew Webster
    https://www.theverge.com/2021/5/5/22419556/game-builder-garage-nintendo-switch-trailer-release-date


    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    News

    Epic Games vs. Apple Court Hearing Day One: Screaming Fortnite Kids, Tim Sweeney Takes The Stand
    Liana Ruppert
    https://www.gameinformer.com/2021/05/03/epic-games-vs-apple-court-hearing-day-one-screaming-fortnite-kids-tim-sweeney-takes-the


    Listener Questions

    Andrew McMahon (@McMahon_Bearpig)
    Do you think a Resident Evil game will ever come close to the Resident Evil 2 Remake?

    Jake Free (@JakeFreeDieHard)
    Can Chris just explain how to make tea? What's the process? Why am I putting milk in it? Sugar? What aisle is it in? What kind am I getting? Does it have to be hot? Do I have to invest in a kettle? What's its purpose!?!?

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:


    Chris:

    Crash Bandicoot 2

    Resident Evil Village (review code provided) 



    Josh:

    New Pokemon Snap

    Resident Evil Village (review code provided)


    Eldar:

    Resident Evil: Village

    Final Fantasy VII (PSone)

    Magic the Gathering: Arena


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  • Josh and Chris gives their thoughts on New Pokemon Snap and express their displeasure with Activision over Crash 4 developer being put on Call of Duty Warzone.
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    Email us @ [email protected]

    Hosts:


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    America's Got Talent Host Terry Crews Wants To See Mother 3 Localized
    Chris Penwell
    https://www.thegamer.com/americas-got-talent-terry-crews-mother-3-localized/


    Fall Guys Is Delayed on Switch and Xbox, but Will Now Have Crossplay
    Adam Bankhurst
    https://www.ign.com/articles/fall-guys-is-delayed-on-switch-and-xbox-but-they-will-now-have-crossplay


    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    PlayStation Plus games for May: Battlefield V, Stranded Deep, Wreckfest: Drive Hard. Die Last.
    Adam Michel
    https://blog.playstation.com/2021/04/28/playstation-plus-games-for-may-battlefield-v-stranded-deep-wreckfest-drive-hard-die-last/

    Xbox Games With Gold May 2021 Free Games Revealed
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/04/26/xbox-games-with-gold-may-2021-free-games-revealed


    The DC Fandome Makes A Superhero Landing In 2021
    Chris Penwell
    https://www.thegamer.com/dc-fandome-superhero-landing-2021/




    News

    Toys For Bob Is Now A Support Developer For Call Of Duty: Warzone
    Liam Doolan
    https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2021/05/toys_for_bob_is_now_a_support_developer_for_call_of_duty_warzone

    New Halo Infinite Details Revealed, Including Crossplay And Cross-Progression For Xbox And PC
    Liana Ruppert
    https://www.gameinformer.com/2021/04/29/new-halo-infinite-details-revealed-including-crossplay-and-cross-progression-for-xbox


    Listener Questions

    #1 Turner and Hooch Fan
    @TurnerandDouche
    Hey gamers, hot gaming tip: in the new pokemon snap, there is a hidden path that leads to a secret room where you can take a picture of Tom Hanks screaming at his door after Hooch locks him outside in his underwear.

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:



    Chris:

    Outriders (review code provided)

    New Pokemon Snap



    Josh: 
    New Pokemon Snap

    Joseph's links for Spyro and Crash news update

    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/crash-4-studio-toys-for-bob-is-officially-supporting-warzone-development-amid-layoff-claims/
    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/toys-for-bob-is-supporting-warzone-development-employees-make-claims-of-layoffs/
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  • Joseph, Josh, and Chris go over a striking Sony decision, a Star Wars: Knights of the Republic remake seems to be happening, and local JRPG lover Chris talks about Atelier Firis DX
    Hosts:




    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



    You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Play. You can also subscribe through our RSS feed. 

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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    Browser Plugin Provides Access To Old PlayStation Store For Buying PS3, Vita, And PSP Games
    Joshua Henry
    https://www.thegamer.com/ps3-vita-psp-games-access-browser-plugin/

    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    Tales of Arise Releases On September 10) For PS4, Xbox One, PS5, Xbox Series, and PC
    Tom Phillips
    https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-04-21-tales-of-arise-launches-september
    According to Famitsu (via Wccftech), the version for new consoles will feature 60FPS performance mode and 4K visual mode options.

    The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles Officially Announced for PS4, Switch, and PC
    Matt Kim
    https://www.ign.com/articles/the-great-ace-attorney-chronicles-officially-announced-for-ps4-switch-and-pc

    Sony confirms the existence of the PlayStation Plus Video Pass, currently under test
    Tuffcub
    https://www.thesixthaxis.com/2021/04/24/sony-confirm-the-existence-of-the-playstation-plus-video-pass-currently-under-test/


    News

    Sony reverses plans to close PS3 and PS Vita digital storefronts following fan feedback
    Joseph Yaden
    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/sony-reverses-plans-to-close-ps3-and-ps-vita-digital-storefronts/

    Knights of the Old Republic remake ‘is in development at Aspyr Media’
    Andy Robinson
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/knights-of-the-old-republic-remake-is-in-development-at-aspyr-media/


    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:


    Warzone

    Chris:



    Atelier Firis: The Alchemist and the Mysterious Journey DX (review code provided)

    Enslaved: Odyssey to the West

    Moonraider (review code provided)



    Josh: 



    Warzone

    Rainbow Six Siege

    Pokémon Card GB2: Great Rocket-Dan Sanjo!

    TASOMACHI: Behind the Twilight (review copy received)


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  • Joseph, Josh, and Chris go over some surprising sales results from March 2021 and discuss many indie standouts like Oxenfree 2, Before Your Eyes, and Emily Is Away <3. 


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



    You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Play. You can also subscribe through our RSS feed. 

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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News
    Nintendo is releasing a bright blue Switch Lite in May
     Taylor Lyles
    https://www.theverge.com/2021/4/13/22381575/nintendo-switch-lite-new-color-blue-price-release-date

    Amazon's Lord Of The Rings MMO Canceled
    Liana Ruppert
    https://www.gameinformer.com/2021/04/17/amazons-lord-of-the-rings-mmo-canceled

    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    Fortnite's Aloy and Lara Croft team-up is delayed to next week
    Andy Chalk
    https://www.pcgamer.com/fortnites-aloy-and-lara-croft-team-
    up-is-delayed-to-next-week/

    Days Gone PC Release Date Announced
    Adam Bankhurst
    https://www.ign.com/articles/days-gone-pc-release-date-announced

    Quick News

    New Resident Evil Village demo comes to PS4 and PS5 April 17
    Kellen Haney
    https://blog.playstation.com/2021/04/15/new-re-village-demo-comes-to-ps4-and-ps5-april-17

    Resident Evil 4 VR Announced for Oculus Quest 2
    Matt T.M. Kim
    https://www.ign.com/articles/resident-evil-4-vr-announced-for-oculus-quest-2

    News

    Oxenfree 2 and more new games announced at Nintendo Indie World Showcase
    Joseph Yaden
    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/nintendo-indie-world-showcase-april-2021-recap/

    The PS5 is the fastest-selling console in U.S. history, according to March game sales data
    Joseph Yaden
    https://www.digitaltrends.com/gaming/video-game-sales-report-match-2021/

    Listener Questions

    Jordan Aslett
    @_JordanAslett_
    Is the new Switch lite blue or purple?

    Jeremy
    @hostofhollows
    It is not lost on me that if you combine those two games you get... olli olli oxenfree

    Andrew McMahon
    @McMahon_BearPig
    Where the fuck is Hollow Knight Silksong? Also, shoutout to Oxenfree II and OlliOlli World. Both day one pick ups for me.

    #1 Kingdom Hearts Fan
    @No1KHFan
    Hi there, long time no see! I thught I wasn't wanted so I stupped ): 

    Anyway, when do u think the next Kingdom of Hearts game will get announced? I'm running out of Hot cheetos and i need a pick me up.

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:

    Dragon Quest XI

    Warzone


    Chris:

    Before Your Eyes (review code for RetroWare)

    Ashwalkers (review code provided for RetroWare)

    Outriders (review code provided)


    Josh:

    Emily is Away <3 (review code for Retroware) 

    Pokemon Snap 

    Pokémon Card GB2: Great Rocket-Dan Sanjō!

    Silent Hill 2


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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  • Monster Hunter newbie Chris and veteran Joseph are joined by GameRant's Greysun Morales and Prima Games' Jesse Vitelli to review the excellent Monster Hunter Rise for the Nintendo Switch.


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/JosephYaden



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



    Greysun Morales - twitter.com/GreysunMorales



    Jesse Vitelli - twitter.com/JesseVitelli



    Review code provided by Capcom. Thank you!
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    Music from Monster Hunter Rise by Capcom Sound Team and Satoshi Hori.
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  • Joseph and Josh give their thoughts on Pac-Man 99 and Oddworld: Soulstorm. Also, they get into what's reportedly happening at PlayStation.
    Hosts


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Play. You can also subscribe through our RSS feed. 

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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm



    Quick News

    Upcoming Releases/Announcements

    Neo: The World Ends with You coming in July
    Michael McWhertor
    polygon.com/22375431/neo-the-world-ends-with-you-release-date-switch-pc-ps4

    Destroy All Humans Remake Comes To Nintendo Switch In June
    Brian Shea
    gameinformer.com/2021/04/08/destroy-all-humans-remake-comes-to-nintendo-switch-in-june

    Quick News

    Mass Effect Legendary Edition Officially Goes Gold
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/04/09/mass-effect-legendary-edition-officially-goes-gold

    Deathloop Delayed Until September
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/04/08/deathloop-delayed-until-september

    Sony Signs Netflix Exclusivity Deal For Movies Like Uncharted And Morbius
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/04/09/sony-signs-netflix-exclusivity-deal-for-movies-like-uncharted-and-morbius

    Yahoo Answers lives on in new Typing of the Dead mod
    Michael McWhertor
    polygon.com/22375631/yahoo-answers-typing-of-the-dead-steam-pc-mod

    TimeSplitters 2’s 4K port has been locked inside the Homefront sequel for years
    Owen S. Good
    polygon.com/22375774/timesplitters-2-homefront-the-revolution-easter-egg-cheat-code-unlock-how-to

    News

    Report: The Last of Us remake coming for PS5, but at a cost to PlayStation morale
    Owen S. Good
    polygon.com/22375435/the-last-of-us-remake-ps5-release-dates-rumor-naughty-dog-days-gone-sequel

    Listener Questions

    #1 Turner and Hooch Fan
    @TurnerandDouche
    Hey buds, rip roarin question for yas: do you think The Proclaimers would have made that song if they had to walk 1001 miles instead of just 1000? Also, were they, being twins and all, singing about twins? Or did they both want to get with the same girl?



    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:

    Oddworld Soulstorm

    Outriders (review code provided)


    Chris:
    Hopefully playing something for fun :) 

    Josh:

    Condemned: Criminal Origins 

    Pac-Man 99 


                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
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  • Joseph Yaden and Chris Penwell review Josef Fares' latest epic It Takes Two. Spoilers: they absolutely loved it, but there are a few hang-ups to consider.
    Review code provided by EA
    Hosts:


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites



    You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Play. You can also subscribe through our RSS feed. 

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  • Chris, Joseph, and Josh discuss game preservation, It Takes Two, Monster Hunter Rise, and Outriders' rocky launch.


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh



    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites


    You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Play. You can also subscribe through our RSS feed. 
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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm
    Quick News
    Remedy Reportedly Pointing Flashlight at Alan Wake 2
    Sammy Barker
    https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2021/04/remedy_reportedly_pointing_flashlight_at_alan_wake_2
    Xbox Series X mini fridges will become a reality after Microsoft defeats Skittles in Twitter poll
     Jay Peters
    https://www.theverge.com/tldr/2021/4/2/22364073/microsoft-xbox-series-x-mini-fridge-skittles-twitter-brand-poll
    Upcoming Releases
    Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga delayed again
     Wesley Yin-Poole
    https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-04-03-lego-star-wars-the-skywalker-saga-delayed-again
    News
    PlayStation Plus Games for April 2021 Announced
    Wesley LeBlanc
    https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-plus-games-for-april-2021-announced
    Xbox Games With Gold April 2021 Free Games Revealed
    Liana Ruppert
    https://www.gameinformer.com/2021/03/30/xbox-games-with-gold-april-2021-free-games-revealed
    PlayStation Studios is bringing a game to Xbox Game Pass
    Andy Robinson
    https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/playstation-studios-is-bringing-a-game-to-xbox-game-pass/
    PlayStation Store for PS3, PS Vita officially closes this summer
     Owen S. Good
    https://www.polygon.com/22356858/playstation-store-shut-down-ps3-ps-vita-psp-date-redownload-purchases
    Listener Questions
    Michael Koczwara‏
    @SuperZambezi
    So, Warzone. Do you like the recent trend of battle royale games replacing maps instead of adding a new map as a second option? I see positives to both!
    Alex
    @itsallsubjectiv
    If you could choose one game to preserve forever because you think no one else will, what game would you choose and why is it Warlords on the Atari 2600?
    In this case, “preserved” in the sense of “playable/accessible to anyone forever”
    not “preserved” like...encased in an epoxy resin or somethin’
    #1 Turner and Hooch Fan
    @TurnerandDouche
    Hey buds, I just wanted to ask if you knew where I could buy some chesquik?
    What We’ve Been Playing
    Joseph:

    It Takes Two (review code provided)

    Monster Hunter Rise (review code provided)

    Chris:

    Monster Hunter Rise (review code provided)

    It Takes Two (friend pass access through review code)

    Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins (review code)

    Lost Words: Beyond The Page (review code)

    Outriders (review code)

    Josh:

    Gex: Enter the Gecko

    Sonic the Hedgehog 2

    It Takes Two (Purchased Copy Provided by Josh)


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  • Joseph and Chris give their thoughts on It Takes Two and Monster Hunter Rise. We also cover our growing hate towards PlayStation's stance on retro gaming. 
    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden
    Josh Nichols - twitter.com/itsjerkjersh
    Chris Penwell - twitter.com/PenwellWrites

    You can find us on iTunes, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, and Google Play. You can also subscribe through our RSS feed. 

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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News
    Epileptic PSA: Balan Wonderworld (Update)
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/03/25/epileptic-psa-balan-wonderworld-update

    Report: Call Of Duty Returns To A WWII Setting This Year
    Daniel Tack
    gameinformer.com/2021/03/26/report-call-of-duty-returns-to-a-wwii-setting-this-year

    Halo Infinite actor says game is launching in November 2021
    Hirun Cryer
    gamesradar.com/uk/halo-infinite-actor-says-game-is-launching-in-november-2021/

    Back 4 Blood delayed until October
    Austen Goslin
    polygon.com/22350419/back-4-blood-delay-beta-release-date-turtle-rock

    Upcoming Releases

    A Pikmin AR mobile game is coming from Nintendo and the Pokémon Go team
    Jeffrey Grubbz
    venturebeat.com/2021/03/22/a-pikmin-ar-mobile-game-is-coming-from-nintendo-and-pokemon-go-dev-team/

    News

    ‘Resident Evil’ Director Johannes Roberts Reveals Title and Details of Upcoming Film
    Ellise Shafer
    variety.com/2021/film/news/resident-evil-film-title-johannes-roberts-1234935345/#

    New STALKER 2 video, 15 new Game Pass titles, and everything else from the ID@Xbox showcase
    Connor Sheridan
    gamesradar.com/new-stalker-2-video-15-new-game-pass-titles-and-everything-else-from-the-idxbox-showcase/

    Report: PS3, PS Vita stores will close for good this summer
    Owen S. Good
    polygon.com/22345099/ps3-ps-vita-psp-playstation-store-shutting-down-closes

    Listener Questions

    #1 Turner and Hooch Fan
    @TurnerandDouche
    Hey my gaggle of goofy gigglin gamers, my question is do you think that my copies of Turner and Hooch on VHS I ordered are stuck on the big boat in the suez canal? I ordered 51000 copies.

    Zion Grassl
    @ZionDood
    What are your hopes for the new Resident Evil movie? I'm personally hoping it's more focused on the horror of surviving the Raccoon City outbreak than the overall action of killing zombies.

    #1 50 Cent Blood on the Sand fan
    @curtiscent2
    Kratos, Master Chief, Lara Croft, and Baby G-Unit (G is for Grogu. Always has been baby !) were all added to Fortnite in the last few months. 
    When do you think 50 Cent is getting added?

    Otto Kratky
    @Otto_Kratky
    Any PS3/Vita games are y'all scrambling to get? I'm trying to nab a PS3 now so I can get the R&C collection. Can't beat the originals!

    Alejandro Pizaña
    @alekspizana
    Is there any info on what's gonna happen once the Stores close?. Will we be able to download our games afterwards?. Do you think it's a good idea to get anything quickly before it closes?. What are you guys going to do with your own PS3's - if you have any?



    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:
    Monster Hunter Rise (review code provided) 
    Yakuza: Like a Dragon 
    It Takes Two (review code provided)

    Chris:
    Monster Hunter Rise (review code provided)
    It Takes Two (friend pass access through review code)

    I’ll be covering Doctor Who: The Lonely Assassins and Lost Words: Beyond The Page

    Josh:
    NeoGeo Pocket Color Selection Vol. 1 (review code provided)
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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm

    Quick News

    Sonic The Hedgehog 2 Movie Is Now In Production
    Chris Penwell
    https://www.thegamer.com/sonic-the-hedgehog-2-movie-in-production/

    Outriders is Coming to Xbox Game Pass on Day One
    Megan Spurr
    https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/03/15/outriders-coming-to-xbox-game-pass/


    Upcoming Releases

    Sony Is Giving Away 10 Free PlayStation Games For Play At Home 2021
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/03/17/sony-is-giving-away-10-free-playstation-games-for-play-at-home-2021

    News

    More Gaming Companies Are Standing Up Against Anti-Asian Hate Crimes
    Liana Ruppert
    gameinformer.com/2021/03/18/more-gaming-companies-are-standing-up-against-anti-asian-hate-crimes


    Highlight/Celebrate Uppercut’s (@UppercutCrit) fundraising stream to support ‘Stop AAPI Hate’ (@StopAAPIHate)

    twitter.com/UppercutCrit/status/1372388659664539650?s=20


    PlayStation Buys Evo Fighting Game Championship Series, Announces 2021 Event Dates, Nintendo Comments
    Matt T.M. Kim
    ign.com/articles/sony-playstation-buys-evo-championship


    Everything announced at Square Enix Presents March 2021
    Owen S. Good
    polygon.com/22337940/square-enix-presents-march-2021-announcements-trailers-release-dates

    Listener Questions

    @PlayStacin
    What would your Life is Strange superpower be?

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:

    Yakuza: Like A Dragon

    Prey

    Fallout 76


    Chris:

    Revita Early Access (review code provided - reviewed for RetroWare

    Star Wars Squadrons (Xbox Game Pass on PC) 

    Fortnite


    Josh:

    Adios (review code provided - reviewed for Retroware)

    Everhood (review code provided - reviewed for Retroware)

    Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time on Switch (review code provided)


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  • Joseph, Josh, and Chris break down their favorite Mario games, Josh gives his thoughts on Sea of Solitude: The Director's Cut, and Chris gives his predictions on the Square Enix Presents event. 


    Joseph Yaden - twitter.com/josephyaden



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    Music
    Theme Song made by Novila. soundcloud.com/novila-edm
    Super Mario 3D World's soundtrack by Nintendo, Mahito Yokota, Toru Minegishi, Yasuaki Iwata, and Koji Kondo

    Upcoming Releases

    TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge looks to channel classic arcade Ninja Turtles
    Andrew Webster
    theverge.com/2021/3/10/22323160/tmnt-shredders-revenge-trailer-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-game

    Techland sharing Dying Light 2 dev update next week
    Alex Calvin
    vg247.com/2021/03/12/techland-dying-light-2-update/


    News

    'Square Enix Presents' Promises News On New Life Is Strange, Tomb Raider, And Balan Wonderworld
    Kate Gray
    nintendolife.com/news/2021/03/square_enix_presents_promises_news_on_new_life_is_strange_tomb_raider_and_balan_wonderworld

    20 Bethesda games coming to Game Pass on Xbox, PC, and Cloud tomorrow
    Matt Wales
    https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2021-03-11-20-bethesda-games-coming-to-game-pass-on-xbox-pc-and-cloud-tomorrow

    February 2021 NPD: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury tops the charts
    Jeff Grubb
    https://venturebeat.com/2021/03/12/february-2021-npd/

    Our Favorite Mario Games

    What We’ve Been Playing

    Joseph:

    Yakuza: Like a Dragon

    Apex Legends (Switch)


    Chris:

    Overwatch

    Apex Legends

    Battlefield 1


    Josh:

    Sea of Solitude: The Director’s Cut (review code provided)

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