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Microsoft Buys Bethesda! Sep 22, 2020

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Jeremiah, Doug, and Austin discuss the major acquisition of Bethesda by Microsoft and what it means for next generation gaming.

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Playstation 5 Showcase, Who Is Winning The Console War? Sep 17, 2020

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Jeremiah, Doug and Austin break down all the news from the Playstation 5 Showcase!

What's On Your Plate?!

Austin - Destiny 2, Marvel Avengers, Crusader Kings 3

Jeremiah - Tell Me Why, Zelda: Breath Of The Wild

Doug - Marvel Avengers, Lord Of The Rings, Vikings, Harry Potter

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September Game Releases, NVidia 30 series GPU Sep 04, 2020

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This week, we talk about the upcoming games for this month, and all about the INSANE new graphics cards NVidia will be releasing.

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September Game Releases
- Ary And The Secret Of Seasons (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 1
- Crusader Kings III (PC) – September 1
- Hitman (Stadia) – September 1
- Hitman 2 (Stadia) – September 1 – Read review
- Iron Harvest (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 1
- WRC 9 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 3
- Doraemon: Story of Seasons (PlayStation 4) – September 4
- Marvel's Avengers (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia, PC) – September 4
- NBA 2K21 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 4
- Paradise Killer (Switch, PC) – September 4
- Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 And 2 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 4
- Kingdoms Of Amalur: Re-Reckoning (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 8
- OkunoKA Madness (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 8
- Star Renegades (PC) – September 8
- The Outer Worlds: Peril On Gorgon DLC (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 9
- Bounty Battle (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 10
- MO:Astray (Switch) – September 10
- Inertial Drift (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 11
- eFootball PES 2021 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 15
- Spelunky 2 (PlayStation 4, PC) – September 15
- Medieval Dynasty (PC) – September 17
- Crysis Remastered (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 18
- WWE 2K Battlegrounds (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 18
- Hello Neighbor (Stadia) – September 20 – Read review
- 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim (PlayStation 4) – September 22
- Unrailed (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 23
- Going Under (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 24
- Little Big Workshop (Xbox One) – September 24
- Serious Sam 4 (Stadia, PC) – September 24
- Tears Of Avia (Xbox One, PC) – September 24
- Bullet Age (Switch, PC) – September 25
- Mafia: Definitive Edition (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia, PC) – September 25
- Port Royale 4 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – September 25
- Trollhunters: Defenders of Arcadia (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – September 25
- Baldur's Gate III (Stadia, PC) – September 30

2) New Nvidia Cards revealed

https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/geforce/graphics-cards/30-series/

What's on your plate?

Doug - Finished Elantris, Started The Way of Kings, Ozark, Steam World Heist

Jeremiah - Far Cry 5, Battletoads

Jon - Minecraft, Umbrella Academy, Cobra Kai

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NVidia, WB, Marvel's Avengers leak, Epic vs. Apple Aug 20, 2020

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This week, we talk about the NVidia countdown, a new WB tease, leaks for the new Marvel Avengers game, and the Epic Vs Apple battle. We're considering changing up the show format. Hit us up on discord if you have any input on what you would like to hear!

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This week's stories:

NVidia Countdown: New Generation of GPUs inbound
1. https://www.ign.com/articles/wb-games-montreal-announcement-tomorrow-august-18-gotham-knights-court-of-owls
WB Teasing us even more… announcement soon?
1. https://www.murphysmultiverse.com/15-dlc-characters-revealed-in-third-marvels-avengers-data-leak/
Marvel Characters DLC Leaked
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/8/17/21372480/apple-epic-threat-developer-tools-agreement-unreal-engine-fortnite
2. https://twitter.com/epicnewsroom/status/1295430127455596544?s=21
Epic vs Apple continues!

What's on your plate?

Doug - The Eye of the World (Wheel of Time), Umbrella Academy, D&D, Avengers Beta

Jeremiah - Watch Dogs 2, D&D, Demon Slayer, Avengers Beta

Jon - Minecraft

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Bel-Air, Apple, Spider-man, Xbox Series S, Tencent Aug 17, 2020

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This week, we talk about a Fresh Prince drama reboot, Apple shenanigans, Spiderman, Xbox Series S, and Tencent.

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This week's stories:

Bel-Air
1. https://www.cnet.com/news/xbox-slams-apple-for-blocking-microsofts-project-xcloud-streaming-game-service/#:~:text=%22Apple%20stands%20alone%20as%20the,via%20the%20Apple%20App%20Store.%22
Apple vs all of gaming!
1. https://www.ign.com/articles/spider-man-marvel-avengers-playstation-dlc-exclusive
Spiderman only on Playstation avengers? Good or bad thing
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/8/9/21361157/microsoft-xbox-series-s-console-leak-controller-packaging
Xbox Series S officially unofficially confirmed:
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/8/7/21358252/tencent-wechat-ban-trump-executive-order-consequences
Tencent Ban shouldn't affect video games, but who knows:

What's on your plate?

Doug - D&D, Dungeons and Daddies

Jeremiah - Final Fantasy X & X-2, Watch Dogs 2 D&D, dungeons and daddies, Attack on Titan.

Austin

Jon - Minecraft, Village of Noobtown

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Xbox, Ubisoft, Joe Rogan, Doritos, Nintendo, Emmy Nominations Aug 03, 2020

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This week, we do a recap on the Xbox event, some Ubisoft controversy, some Joe Rogan controversy, a video game leak from Doritos, a Nintendo leak, and Emmy nominations.

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This week's stories:

New game releases in August:
1. Fall Guys: Ultimate Knockout (PlayStation 4, PC) – August 4
2. Hellbound (PC) – August 4
3. Skully (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – August 4
4. Brawlhalla (iOS, Android) – August 6
5. Fast & Furious Crossroads (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC)– August 7
6. Horizon Zero Dawn (PC) – August 7 – Read review
7. Inertial Drift (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – August 7
8. Total War Saga: Troy (PC) – August 13
9. Deliver Us The Moon (Switch) – August 14 – Read review
10. EA Sports UFC 4 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One) – August 14
11. Microsoft Flight Simulator (PC) – August 18
12. Pathfinder: Kingmaker (PlayStation 4, Xbox One)– August 18
13. Rogue Legacy 2 (PC) – August 18
14. Aokana - Four Rhythms Across the Blue(PlayStation 4, Switch)– August 21
15. PGA Tour 2K21 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, Stadia, PC)– August 21
16. Descenders (PlayStation 4) – August 25
17. Insurgency: Sandstorm (PlayStation 4, Xbox One) – August 25
18. Street Power Soccer (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC)– August 25
19. Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Remastered Edition (PlayStation 4, Switch) – August 27
20. Jump Force (Switch) – August 28 – Read review
21. Madden NFL 21 (PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia, PC)– August 28
22. Project Cars 3 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC)– August 28
23. Wasteland 3 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC)– August 28
24. Windbound (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – August 28
25. Descenders (Switch) – August 31

Ubisoft is being terrible again:
1. https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2020-07-21-assassins-creed-odyssey-has-two-leads-because-ubisoft-leads-believed-women-dont-sell
1. https://screenrant.com/joe-rogan-gaming-waste-of-time-jre-podcast/
Joe Rogan Video Game comments;
1. https://www.inverse.com/gaming/call-of-duty-black-ops-cold-war-2020-leaks-release-date
Doritos leaks COD: Cold War
1. https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/7kp7bx/a-massive-leak-of-nintendo-source-code-is-causing-chaos-in-video-games
2. 1. Luigi in Super Mario 64
  2. Pokemon MMO from 2004 for GBA
  3. Early Ocarina of Time Maps
Nintendo GigaLeak
1. https://www.nytimes.com/2020/07/28/arts/television/emmy-nominees-list.html
2. 1. Watchmen and Netflix
  2. Surprising number of Mandalorian nominations including best drama
2020 Emmy Nominations

What's on your plate?

Doug - Dead Cells, Elantris

Jeremiah - NBA 2K20, Ghost of Tsushima, WestWorld season 3, let Origin and stadia lapse, Bad Boys for Life, Ford vs Ferrari

Matt - Jedi Fallen Order, Cursed, Warrior Nun, Sabrina, Psych The Movie 2. Maneater Theft of Swords. Transformers Anime and Umbrella Academy this weekend

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XBOX Discontinued, Gamer Girl, Tenet Delayed Jul 26, 2020

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This week, we talk about the discontinuation of Xbox One X, and One S All Digital in anticipation of the new platform, the trailer and backlash for Gamer Girl, and Tenet being delayed.

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This week's stories:

Microsoft discontinues Xbox One X, One S All Digital, and 12 month Gold subscriptions:
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/16/21327330/microsoft-xbox-one-x-s-digital-edition-discontinued
2. https://www.techradar.com/news/microsoft-has-quietly-discontinued-12-month-xbox-live-gold-subscriptions
1. https://www.gamingnexus.com/News/44830/Wales-Interactive-pulls-all-reference-to-new-FMV-game-Gamer-Girl-one-day-after-announcement/
Gamer Girl Trailer…. WTF?
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/20/21331356/tenet-delayed-warner-bros-christopher-nolan-international-disney
Tenet Delayed indefinitely… death of an industry (movie theaters)

What's on your plate?

Wes - Bioshock, Erica, Knives Out, Hamilton, Locke & Key (ep1).

Jeremiah - NBA 2K20 (the online makes me angry) Ghost of Tsushima, WestWorld season 2

Jon - VGO Firebrand, The Mayor of Noobtown

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Ubisoft, Stadia Connect, Sony and Epic Games Jul 16, 2020

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This week, we discuss the Ubisoft event, Stadia connect and Sony buying in to Epic Games.

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This week's stories:

Ubisoft Event thoughts and comments:
1. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/ubisoft-forward-assassins-creed-valhalla-watch-dogs-legion-and-far-cry-6-shown-off/

Stadia Connect thoughts and comments:
1. https://www.polygon.com/2020/7/14/21324390/google-stadia-connect-new-games-sekiro-bomberman-battle-royale

Sony Buys stake in epic games:
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/9/21318978/sony-epic-games-fortnite-investment-250-million-game-development

What's on your plate?

Doug - ACO, Monster Boy, Knives Out, MCU Half Marathon

Jeremiah - NBA 2k20, Knives Out, Uncut Gems, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, 6 Underground, rewatched the dark knight trilogy

Austin - TLOU2, Destiny, Knives Out

Jon - VGO (Darkling Siege), VGO (The Artificer), VGO Firebrand, The completionist chronicles (Ruthless), Red Mage Book 2 (Temper), Clean Code(Robert Martin), Unreal/C++

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Twitch Tragedy, EVO, XBOX Games Showcase, Game Prices Jul 09, 2020

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This week, we talk about a tragedy in the Twitch realm, The reason behind the cancellation of EVO (not COVID), The XBOX games showcase, and a possible increase in game prices.

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This week's stories:

Twitch Streamer Rekful, Byron Bernstein, suicide and fall out.
1. https://variety.com/2020/digital/news/byron-reckful-bernstein-dead-dies-twitch-world-of-warcraft-1234697400/
2. https://www.bbc.com/news/technology-53277733
3. Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
1. https://cogconnected.com/2020/07/smash-bros-fgc-sexual-assualt/
2. https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/esports/2020/07/03/world-renowned-esports-tournament-evo-canceled-co-founder-removed-after-allegations-sexual-misconduct/
Sexual Assault and Smash??? Wait… what?
1. https://www.theverge.com/2020/7/6/21302523/microsoft-xbox-series-x-games-event-stream-date
2. https://www.ign.com/articles/xbox-wb-interactive-rocksteady-netherrealm-batman-sale
XBOX Games Showcase announced July 23rd, also might buy WB Gaming?
1. https://www.washingtonpost.com/video-games/2020/07/03/next-gen-games-may-cost-70-its-overdue-also-worrisome/
Looks like games are finally going up in price.

What's on your plate?

Doug - Crayta

Jeremiah - UFC 3, Peggle 2, Westworld

Jon - Skater XL, Control, Avatar, C++/Unreal

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New Game Releases, Sexual Harassment Allegations, XBOX Leak Jul 02, 2020

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This week, we talk about July game releases, sexual harassment allegations in the gaming industry and a possible XBOX Games showcase leak.

This week's stories:

New Game Releases for July! https://www.gameinformer.com/2020
1. SinoAlice (iOS, Android) – July 1
2. Trackmania (PC) – July 1
3. Biped (Switch) – July 2
4. Infliction: Extended Cut (Switch) – July 2
5. Marvel's Iron Man VR (PlayStation VR) – July 3
6. Catherine: Full Body (Switch) – July 7
7. Superliminal (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch) – July 7 – Read review
8. CrossCode (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch) – July 9
9. Elden: Path Of The Forgotten (Switch, PC) – July 9
10. Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon 2 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 10
11. Deadly Premonition 2: A Blessing in Disguise (Switch) – July 10
12. F1 2020 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia, PC) – July 10
13. NASCAR Heat 5 (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – July 10
14. Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – July 10
15. Death Stranding (PC) – July 14 – Read review
16. Neon Abyss (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 14
17. Rocket Arena (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – July 14
18. Hunting Simulator 2 (PC) – July 16
19. Radical Rabbit Stew (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 16
20. Drake Hollow (Xbox One, PC) – July 17
21. Ghost of Tsushima (PlayStation 4) – July 17
22. Paper Mario: The Origami King (Switch) – July 17
23. Into The Radius (Rift, Quest, Vive) – July 20
24. Rock Of Ages 3: Make & Break (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, Stadia, PC) – July 21
25. Bounty Battle (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 23
26. Rogue Legacy 2 (PC) – July 23
27. Röki (PC) – July 23
28. Destroy All Humans (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Stadia, PC) – July 28
29. Grounded (Xbox One, PC) – July 28
30. Othercide (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, PC) – July 28
31. Pistol Whip (PlayStation VR) – July 28
32. Skater XL (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 28
33. Terrorarium (PC) – July 28
34. CastleStorm II (PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, PC) – July 31
35. Fairy Tail (PlayStation 4, Switch, PC) – July 31
36. Monster Crown (PC) – July 31
1. https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/25/tech/gaming-metoo-twitch/index.html
  1. https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-53225035
2. Dr. Disrespect also perma banned? Why?
Requested story! Gaming industry rocked by sexual harassment allegations!
1. https://www.tomsguide.com/news/xbox-series-x-leak-reveals-crazy-cheap-digital-edition-to-beat-ps5
2. https://twitter.com/keithxp18/status/1276937601950167041?s=20
Possible XBOX games showcase leak?