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Episode 120 - Cyberpunk 2077 Demo and Battlefield V Delayed Sep 01, 2018

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This week, we discuss the Cyberpunk 2077 game play demo that was released to the public - what are we most excited for in the game and does the demo live up to the hype around it coming out of E3? We also share what features impressed us most, and discuss why CD Project Red was right to not show the demo to fans until now.

Battlefield V got delayed this week until November 20, and EA says it's so the game can be polished. We discuss whether the real reason is to get away from Call of Duty and Red Dead Redemption in the fall release schedule, especially since Battlefield V has had low pre-order numbers.

Xbox has new white versions of the Xbox One X and Elite Controller, and we're really hoping that that isn't what Project Washburn is. Finally, Xbox announced their new games coming to Game Pass in September, and there's a couple of great additions for gamers to enjoy.

Finally, we detail the new releases for the upcoming week, and answer community questions in our fan mail segment and conduct our monthly community giveaway for August. To become part of the community, use any of the links below!

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Episode 119 - Would Xbox All Access Be a Good Deal For Gamers? Aug 27, 2018

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This week, we discuss the rumored Xbox All Access program, which would give players an Xbox One S or X, Xbox Live Gold, and Game Pass for a monthly fee. Is this pricing model the way of the future, and who is it aimed at? Ultimately, is it a good deal for gamers?

Assassin's Creed Odyssey's map is 67% larger than the map in Origins, and Odyssey will be the last Assassin's Creed game we see until at least 2020. Battlefield V has contingency plans for the rumored low pre-order sales to keep players engaged, and Bioware talks about whether Anthem will be getting a beta or a demo.

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Episode 118 - Madden 19 Review Aug 24, 2018

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Join us as we discuss Madden 19, in stores now!

Episode 117 - How Griefing Will Be Minimized in Fallout 76 Aug 18, 2018

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This week, there's more developments in the plagiarism scandal, and we get into a further discussion about that and what it means for the individual going forward, as well as close the door on the discussion on our end.

In other gaming news, Bethesda has given more details about how they will combat griefing in the upcoming Fallout 76 game, and we detail those things in this episode. Do we think that it will truly eliminate griefing, or will players just get more creative when trying to ruin the experience for other players?

Gamescom is next week, and Microsoft will be announcing new hardware there, which is rumored to be a controller. We discuss the prospect of a new elite controller and talk briefly about what we might see at one of the biggest gaming shows of the year.

Finally, we have confirmation of a Dark Souls release on Nintendo Switch, as well as a release date for Diablo 3 on the same system. Activision also announces the start date for the Blackout beta on the PlayStation 4.

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Episode 116 - Red Dead 2 Gameplay and Plagiarism Running Wild! Aug 12, 2018

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This week, we discuss the recently released Red Dead Redemption 2 game play trailer - is it everything we hoped it would be? Also, we discuss what features we most want to see in the highly anticipated game, as well as our hopes for multiplayer in Red Dead 2.

Discord is launching an in-app game store, and they promise to be a mom and pop style store that features indie games. We discuss that, as well as our thoughts on the announcements for the Fallout 76 beta made this week by Bethesda. Madden 19 released this week, and we have our thoughts on that game too.

Finally, we discuss the plagiarism scandal that took over the gaming world this week. How big of a deal is it? Did IGN respond the right way? Finally, was the "Response Video" adequate and appropriate? We discuss this and a lot more in Episode 116.

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Episode 115 - Special Episode: Blood, Sweat, and Pixels Discussion Aug 08, 2018

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We pause from our normal show format to discuss the book Blood, Sweat, and Pixels by Jason Schreier from Kotaku. It's a great book that dives into the stories of game development from various games, and we wanted to take some time to talk about it!

Episode 114 - Should More Games Be on Early Access? Aug 05, 2018

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This week, we discuss the Early Access program on Xbox as We Happy Few prepares for the launch of its full game on the 10th. When is Early Access a good idea for a game, and should players be OK with essentially being game testers? We also discuss this in the context of games like Sea of Thieves, DayZ, and more.

A FIFA player discovered that he spent over $14K on Ultimate Team over the course of two years - what are our thoughts on the mode in sports games, and is it the same as microtransactions in games like Battlefront or Overwatch?

Finally, people are paying for Fortnite lessons for their kids(and themselves) and we discuss why this is suddenly a thing. Would our parents have ever coughed up cash for video game lessons? And when did just playing the game to get better stop being the way to go?

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Episode 113 - Xbox Could Be Offering a Streaming Only Console Jul 28, 2018

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This week we learned that Microsoft is rumored to be offering a streaming only console alongside the standard Xbox when Project Scarlett arrives next generation. Do we think a streaming console will be successful, and how many of us would buy it? On top of that, what should the price be for a streaming only box? Also, Microsoft is doing something amazing with the shipping packaging for people who order the adaptive controller, and we discuss this as part of Microsoft's commitment to inclusion in gaming.

Fallout 76 is coming in November, and we learned this week that the beta will go live in October. Is that too close to the release date for any major changes to be made? We talk about what Bethesda's goals might be for a beta only a month or so prior to launch. Also, for anyone that loved Fallout: New Vegas, we have some bad news for you.

Video games could be part of the Olympics as soon as 2024 - should they be included, and which games would be the central focus of Olympic competition? On top of that, we detail the new releases for the upcoming week and answer fan questions in our fan mail segment, before announcing the winner of our July giveaway.

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Episode 112 - Battlefield and COD Betas, Plus New Xbox Hardware Coming Soon Jul 22, 2018

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Microsoft has teased a new hardware announcement for Gamescom next month, and we discuss what we think it could be. If it is actually a new elite controller, will we be getting it? Also, Battlefield V and Call of Duty announced their beta dates - we talk about which we'll be playing, and if the direction that Battlefield seems to be headed is something we all want.

In other news, Microsoft announced that they will not accept any more delays for Crackdown 3 - does this make us concerned about the state of the game? Finally, Remedy would love to make another Alan Wake game, but needs Microsoft's go-ahead first. Are we hyped for a potential Alan Wake sequel?

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