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Lies of P Review Discussion - Beyond 815 Sep 13, 2023

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It's no secret that Lies of P has a lot of FromSoftware DNA, specifically that of the beloved PlayStation-exclusive Bloodborne. This week Beyond's resident Bloodborne fanboys Max Scoville and Brian Altano are joined by Travis "Tie Guy" Northup, who reviewed the new Pinocchio-inspired action-RPG for IGN, and they break down what this game gets right (a lot) and what it does differently from the gothic horror soulsborne classic. We dive into the gameplay, boss fights, systems, weapon customization and general lore, keeping things spoiler-free.

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Is The PS+ Subscription Hike a Certified Negative for PS5 Owners? - Beyond 814 Sep 05, 2023

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In this episode of Podcast Beyond, brace yourselves, PlayStation Plus subscribers, because a price hike is on the horizon! Is there any silver lining in these cost adjustments, or are we in for the same old story with this month's "free" games? And since we're talking about big numbers, what's up with treating yourself to 19 inches of Venom?

Also, Jada brings back exciting tidbits from PAX! From the gripping fun of 30XX to the timelessly fantastic Prince of Persia, and the engaging Dragon Quest: Adventures of Dai - we’re covering it all. But wait, Foamstars might just be the unexpected gem of the show??? Let's dive in with your host Max Scoville and show regulars Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, and Akeem Lawanson!

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gamescom 2023 Was Great, But Where Was Sony? - Beyond 813 Aug 29, 2023

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In a very special post-gamescom 2023 episode of Beyond, we discuss some of the coolest games (and other stuff) we saw at the world’s largest gaming convention. While we were very happy to get new details on games like Little Nightmares 3, Neill Blomkamp’s Off The Grid, Wayfinder, Where Winds Meet, The Thaumaturge and Cyberpunk 2077's upcoming 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion, PlayStation’s absence was extremely noticeable. Xbox had an awesome booth showcasing new games, but also giving some love to games that are already out. Nintendo, on the other hand, had literally nothing new to show, but still gave fans a place to congregate and get hands-on, take pictures, and generally have a good time.

If Sony had nothing to show, this might make sense, but not only is Spider-Man 2 out next month, while gamescom was taking place, the Project Q was given an official price and title in a blog post. This week’s episode features Max Scoville and Brian Altano, as well as their dear friends Stella Chung and Seth Macy, who you can catch regularly on IGN’s Xbox and Nintendo shows, Podcast Unlocked and Nintendo Voice Chat. This week’s episode description was written 36,000 feet above Canada on very slow $27 wifi.

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The Biggest Announcements and Reveals from gamescom Opening Night Live 2023 - Beyond Bonus Episode Aug 22, 2023

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With half the Beyond crew off to gamescom 2023 in Germany, Akeem Lawanson and Jada Griffin hold down the fort with very special guests Kat Bailey and Parris Lilly, talking about the biggest reveals coming out of gamescom Opening Night Live! Join us for some big reveals and deep dive interviews with the devs of Tekken 8, The First Descendant, Warhaven, and reacting to a brand new trailer from Lords of the Fallen! It's an EXTRA long special gamescom bonus episode of Beyond, so you won't wanna miss this!

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Lords of the Fallen: Why We’re Already Falling For This Soulslike - Beyond 812 Aug 16, 2023

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00:00:10 - Intro & the PS5 Slim Was Leaked?

00:21:10 - We've Played Lords of the Fallen

00:36:18 - What Are the Stupidest Things You've Done in Baldur's Gate 3?

00:50:54 - Mitchell Competed at EVO 2023!

01:02:05 - Gran Turismo Movie Impressions & Outro

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The Red Dead Redemption Re-Release Stings for PlayStation Owners - Beyond 811 Aug 08, 2023

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Rockstar’s recently announced re-release of Red Dead Redemption has a lot of fans feeling seriously disappointed, with good reason. Some of the backlash is a result of high expectations, but this latest port doesn’t do Rockstar’s legacy justice. That said, what other older Rockstar games need to be playable on modern consoles while we’re waiting around for GTA 6? Max, Jada and special guest MrMidasGames share their picks. In other news, Baldur’s Gate III is shaping up to be one of the densest RPGs in ages, and its deep systems might be a bit daunting to newcomers unfamiliar with D&D rules. Despite so many traditionally turn-based games making the shift to real time combat, we’re happy Larian Studios didn’t try to reinvent the wheel (or the D20) for this long-anticipated sequel. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge was a fitting successor to the original TMNT Arcade Game, so we wax nostalgic about which beloved 80s and 90s cartoons are deserving of modern throwback video games. Plus, some amusing features have been introduced in the PS5’s latest update beta, and a discussion of usefulness of the Sony’s upcoming cloud handheld slash glorified controller, the Project Q.

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Twisted Metal is More Proof Games Make Better Shows Than Movies - Beyond 810 Aug 02, 2023

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00;01;03;29 Twisted Metal

00;19;25;15 Lords of the Fallen

00;30;06;17 Remnant II

00;47;30;06 All Hail Glorbo

00;53;21;25 More News

01;04;21;14 Capcom stuff

01;13;51;00 Outro

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The Best Highlights from San Diego ComicCon 2023! - Beyond 809 Jul 25, 2023

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Get ready for a supercharged San Diego Comic-Con edition of IGN's Beyond! Join us, Max Scoville, along with Brian Altano, Akeem Lawanson, and the awesome Lisa Wallen - a stand-up comedian, Twitch streamer, and fellow weeb! We learned more about Spider-Man 2, Venom, and touch on fan-buzz regarding reused animations in the game. Then, we'll jump to the galaxy far, far away with Star Wars Outlaws - exciting new updates await! We also take a trip to Sand Land and discuss Mortal Kombat 1's Bad Superhero DLC, including Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-Man. We've got al our favorite highlights wrapped up in this episode, so you don't wanna miss this!

00:00:10 - Intro & New Updates on Spider-Man 2 + Venom!

00:10:23 - Star Wars: Outlaws is an Open World Game

00:19:43 - Akeem Played Sand Land!

00:29:58 - Mortal Kombat 1 Revealed Their Bad Superheroes DLC

00:40:04 - Our SDCC Highlights & Outro

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Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Break Down with Stig Asmussen - Beyond 804 Redux Jul 18, 2023

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We're busy with SDCC this week, so we wanted to resurface this deep dive look at Star Wars Jedi: Survivor with game director Stig Asmussen. With everything from why we couldn't change Cal's hair color to the crazy [REDACTED] with [REDACTED], there's a lot of surprising new info we have in store for you! Join Max Scoville, Jada Griffin, and Josh Du as they dig into what made Star Wars Jedi: survivor such a hit with its audience.

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Will EA's Black Panther Just Be Another Superhero Game? - Beyond 808 Jul 11, 2023

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In this week's show, we'll dive into EA's highly anticipated Black Panther game and explore its potential to stand out among other superhero games. We'll also discuss future Marvel games, sharing our wishlist and realistic expectations for characters like Blade, Ghost Rider, and the Fantastic 4. But that's not all! We'll delve into the delightfully weird Baldur's Gate 3, a game that captures the comedic essence of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll also take a look at "The Last Hope - Dead Zone Survival," a hilarious ripoff that puts a unique spin on "The Last of Us" on Switch.

00:00:10 - Intro & Video Game of the Year w/ Jordan Minor

00:11:02 - EA Announces a New Black Panther Game

00:19:18 - What Will the Next Marvel Game Look Like?

00:28:00 - Baldur's Gate III Lets You Seduce Bears

00:40:38 - The Story Behind Street Shark's Mandella Effect

00:44:48 - "The Last Hope" is "The Last of Us at Home" & Outro

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