Episodes

  • Join us as we discuss graphics in the gaming world over recent events and showcases from both Sony and Microsoft. We will dev into graphics and performance expectations for the next-gen consoles. Lastly, we will be discussing exclusivity in gaming in reference to Spider-Man and Sony's exclusive DLC of the character not available on Xbox and PC and what it means for the future.

    **Not sponsored by Rogue Company** I wish I was but I mention my opinion of the game.

    Reference Article: https://cultureofgaming.com/marvels-avengers-spider-man-is-a-sony-exclusive/

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    Host Jovan Newsum Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jcnewsum/

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    Follow My Guest Cole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cole_mackle/

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    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening

    00:30 - Skip Intro

    03:54 - Graphics and Performance Talk

    33:36 - Exclusivity Talk

    56:25 - End

  • Join us as we talk about Ghost of Tsushima and its massive impact on today's gaming and cultural appreciation for Japan. G4TV was announced this week, and speculation is on our minds of what would the return look like in 2021. Ryan and I have our host picks for X-Play as well. Lastly, we will discuss Xbox's Games Showcase and some of the takeaways on the Good, the Bad, and the Craig.

    Ghost of Tsushima Reference Article Link: https://cultureofgaming.com/ghost-of-tsushima-japanese-culture-appreciation/

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    My guest is Ryan McGlennon, Indie Games Developer for Point Filter Games 

    Follow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mcg_x6/ 

    Follow Twitter: https://twitter.com/_McG_6

    His Website: http://ryanmcglennon.com/

    Point Filter Games Website: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/

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    Special Thanks to "King Kay" Kory Owen and Primo - Intro Song "Bluff" - Premiere Single

    Follow Kory on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/king.kory/

    Follow Kory on Twitter: https://twitter.com/kingkoryraps

    Kory's Website: https://kingkayraps539868623.wordpress.com/videos/

    Follow Primo on IG: https://www.instagram.com/pr1mo_/

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    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening & Intro Song "Bluff"

    02:12 - Gaming Talks Introduction

    04:48 - Ghost of Tsushima

    13:13 - Photo Mode in Ghost

    16:58 - G4TV Return

    19:38 - X-Play Host Picks

    27:23 - Xbox Games Showcase

    28:06 - Halo Infinite

    35:34 - Graphics for Xbox Series X

    39:45 - Fable and MMO Rumors

    43:30 - Psychonauts 2

    45:55 - Stalker 2 and Warhammer

    46:16 - Crossfire X

    47:16 - State of Decay 3

    49:00 - Urgency of Xbox Series X and PS5

    58:56 - Xbox Series X Rumors and Speculations

    1:04:56 - Final Takes

    1:08:24 - Halo Infinite Final Thoughts and Plan

    1:11:17 - Wrap Up Recap

    1:13:30 - Preview of Next Episode

    1:14:53 - Ending

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  • Let's Talk: Next Gen Consoles and Should Console Wars Die Next Year?

    I am your host Jovan Newsum, and I will be diving into next-gen consoles such as the PS5 & Xbox Series X and taking a look at what each big three gaming companies have to offer moving forward into the next console generation. Also, we will be analyzing the console wars and the issues that may plague it moving forward. I hope you guys enjoy another episode of Gaming Talks!

    PS5 Reference Article Link: https://www.thegamer.com/things-learned-about-ps5-questions-unanswered/

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    Follow Us @gamingtalkspodcast on Instagram and Host Jovan Newsum @jcnewsum on Instagram!

    My guest is Ryan McGlennon, Indie Games Developer for Point Filter Games 

    Follow Him: @mcg_x6 on Instagram and @_McG_6 on Twitter

    His Website: http://ryanmcglennon.com/

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    Follow Point Filter Games: @pointfilter on Instagram and @pointfilter on Twitter

    Point Filter Games Website: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/

    StarV Page: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/starv

    Check Out Foolish Mortals: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/foolishmortals

    Now Available on Xbox One!

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    Outtro Song: "Mega Man" (prod. Black Domino) by KingKay 

    Follow Him: @kingkoryraps on Twitter and @king.kory on Instagram

    Link: https://soundcloud.com/kingkayraps/mega-man-prod-black-domino

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Disclaimer

    00:23 - Opening

    00:55 - Host Intro

    1:33 - Ryan Intro and StarV

    8:40 - Introduction of Next Gen Consoles

    8:56 - Playstation

    22:45 - Microsoft

    39:13 - Nintendo

    47:26 - Console Wars Discussion

    57:18 - Story Time with Jovan

    1:07:50 - Ratchet & Clank Impressions

    1:16:47 - Outtro with King Kay "Mega Man" Song

    1:19:40 - End

  • It's the first episode!

    Episode 1: Let's Talk: The Last of Us: Part II and The Anatomy of Characters & Narratives

    **Episode Will Contain MAJOR spoilers**

    I am your host Jovan Newsum and I will be diving into the world of The Last of Us: Part II. Let's look at the pros and cons of this highly talked about and highly controversial game that has the community divided. Also, will be diving into characters & narratives and how they affect gaming and could there be a change in mainstay characters. Find out on this episode of Gaming Talks!

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening

    00:39 - Host Intro

    01:25 - The Last of Us: Part II

    02:37 - Review Start-Up

    03:25: 5 Criteria for Reviewing The Game

    03:45: Gameplay

    05:08: SPOILER ALERT

    05:46: Performance

    06:50: Graphics

    08:02: Enjoyment

    10:26: Narrative

    19:00: Overall Score

    22:00: Myths

    28:00: Fallacies

    38:04: Host Personal Ending

    41:06: The Anatomy of Characters and Narratives

    56:10: Conclusion

    58:04 Ending

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    **Practicing more on not saying "you know"** LOL enjoy.