Bloodworth is a Digimon newcomer, but Time Stranger is shaping up nicely with a strong sense of personality, engaging mechanics, and nice quality of life features right out the gate.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrPtj4JCW1E
Coming Oct 3 to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S
Ep 491 - Silksong is so big it's killing all the storefronts, and we've played as much as we could before the show. Plus, Bloodworth is back from PAX with a full report and a ton of previews from what he played at the show.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RBSSj15W4rM
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We've just begun Hornet's journey, but after the first few hours, we're loving what we've played so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBKcPaIZrbQ
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Ep 491 - Silksong is so big it's killing all the storefronts, and we've played as much as we could before the show. Plus, Bloodworth is back from PAX with a full report and a ton of previews from what he played at the show.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SfJFUF2orJI
0:00 - Intro
5:41 - Hollow Knight: Silksong Impressions
27:17 - Bloo...
At gamescom, Huber got to spend some more time with this reimagining of the first two Dragon Quest games, and while there are a couple things from his wishlist that didn't make it, he likes what he sees so far.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6Y29SPR1Kw
Coming Oct 30th to PC, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S
Huber got an early look at the new James Bond game from the makers of Hitman, and it's got stealth, driving, big set piece moments, and maybe a few too many red barrels.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ABJWJDFx2M
Coming March 27, 2026 for PC, PlayStation 5, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S
Huber gets a peek at the upcoming remake as we prepare to revist this important chapter in the history of Final Fantasy and tactical RPGs.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FCF8xQf8ORE
Coming Sep 30th to PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S
August brings us double the Apex love, an obscure DK cover song, an ode to Nu Metal, and a frog-tastic new game to check out, in addition to many more wonderful community creations. (Streamed Aug 26, 2025)
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This week we're at a bit of a disadvantage as Silksong release that morning before we shoot the podcast, but we're going to try to get a little time in. I also want to get some time with Cronos, I've got my PAX adventures to go through, and we've got the latest Top 10 from the Discord.
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Ep 490 - Composer Austin Wintory joins us to talk about his work on Sword of the Sea and the distinct language of writing music for games. Plus, we share our thoughts on Herdling, Shinobi, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and the July sales report.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUN6efHwIVk
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Huber gets in on all the action at this year's gamescom, and catches up on the favorites of the show at our community meet up.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=trtqzhUeYI4
Ep 490 - Composer Austin Wintory joins us to talk about his work on Sword of the Sea and the distinct language of writing music for games. Plus, we share our thoughts on Herdling, Shinobi, The Rogue Prince of Persia, and the July sales report.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fovo_xUwTDM
0:00 - Intro
2:59 - Austin Wintory, Sword of the S...
This delightful new adventure is one of Bloodworth's gamescom highlights, as you assemble a band of creative characters in a lighthearted RPG focused on combining the skills of your party members.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CpM9n1pewkU
Coming Oct 23rd to PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S
Bloodworth got a first look at this heartfelt story as two characters find each other and help one another through mysterious otherworldly scenarios.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oqg5Izymo2Q
Huber gets his hands on this social detective story, piecing together clues with the help of a shadowy demon and making decisions that impact your relationships with characters big and small.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WatZBA6Ej2A
Bloodworth was told that Bubsy 4D was actually good. So he had to go and confirm these findings for himself.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EUkj7nzxrMs
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Huber has found a new obsession in this Vampire Survivors adjacent game with drivable castles, and he simply can't stop talking about it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FVrafh4M-3Y
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Scott Pilgrim is back, thanks to the beat 'em up masters at Tribute Games. Huber got to spend some time with it at gamescom, and so far it's living up to high expectations.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CW_ptS2N8Vk
One of the best surprises of the show has you doing extreme stunts and boss battles as a train, and it already feels fantastic to play.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Clnc_v-qD-8
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Silksong lives! We played it at gamescom, and we're back to give our first thoughts on this highly anticipated sequel.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRDn8wO3hek
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Don has been zooming through portals, checking out stages from across the Sonic universe, and now he's back to share his thoughts on how the upcoming racer plays.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfsIzul-djU
Coming Sep 25 to PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S
Coming to Switch 2 at a later date
This week Austin Wintory is joining us to talk about Sword of the Sea and his work as a composer on the project. We're also due to dig into Shinobi, and I'm on the lookout for a couple more things to include.
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Ep 489 - Huber and Bloodworth are back from gamescom with stories from their trip and hands-on previews for 40 games, including Resident Evil, Silksong, Denshattack, and many more.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVjr0z2ttVI
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Ep 489 - Huber and Bloodworth are back from gamescom with stories from their trip and hands-on previews for 40 games, including Resident Evil, Silksong, Denshattack, and many more.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DZ2fmT9z7M
0:00 - Intro
1:41 - Gamescom Trip Overall
22:08 - Hollow Knight: Silksong
28:50 - Denshattack
33:49 - Dea...
Huber has played the entirety of this new visual upgrade to Snake's classic mission. How does it hold up without Kojima's involvement?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqWVnJWhtXY
We got an early look at the gamescom demo for this ambitious new RPG from Rebel Wolves, and Bloodworth has all the details on how one of the game's key quests differs whether you tackle it with vampire powers at night or using human magic by day.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HJskvQvlfrg
It's gamescom! Bloodworth got an early chance to play through Capcom's lineup and he sits down to tell Huber what to expect before it's his turn to play in Germany.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UI6tc43dxVw
0:00 - Intro
0:58 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword
12:43 - Pragmata
19:55 - Resident Evil Requiem
This week's podcast will be our special gamescom episode. So it will just be me and Huber on the desk with Don in the control room. We're recording on Sunday afternoon after we get back from the show. So there won't be early access this week, but we're still going to do an extended cut with bonus questions. And I'll try to get that out to you as soon as I can.
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We've finished Sword of the Sea, and we're in awe of what we've seen. This latest piece from the makers of Journey and Abzu builds on their legacy, as you surf across sand and waves to restore the glories of a lost ocean.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QbwFx_ZVrsA
Ep 488 - Nexon reveals Woochi the Wayfarer with an impressive trailer, based on the classic Korean novel. Meanwhile, Isla and Bloodworth share their impressions of Tiny Bookshop, Jurassic Park has several impressive projects coming up, and arcade gambling roguelikes are anti-gambling.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uXFdd28_GpY
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