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Save State PlusEd Fries: Xbox’s New CEO Doesn’t Need Gaming Roots - Here’s WhyEx-Microsoft Game Studios head Ed Fries says he’s not worried that new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma doesn’t have direct gaming experience — and he explains why her leadership can still work for Xbox’s future. We dig into the leadership shift at Microsoft Gaming, Spencer’s legacy, and how this transition could shape Xbox going forward.Read the original GamesBeat interview by Dean Takahashi here: https://gamesbeat.com/ex-microsoft-games-leader-not-worried-new-xbox-ceo-has-no-games-experience-ed-fries-interview/I also reference the Sarah Bond Bloomberg Articlehttps://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2024-09-20/xbox-president-sarah-bond-predicts-the-future-of-microsoft-s-next-game-console?embedded-checkout=true
2026-02-2731 minSave State PlusResident Evil Requiem I’ve Only Played a Few Hours But I’m Impressed (And So Is Everyone Else it Seems)First reviews of Resident Evil Requiem are in, and after spending a limited amount of time with the game myself, it’s already left a strong first impression. This is not a full review, but the opening hours showcase confident design choices, smart pacing, and a tone that feels very deliberate for the franchise.In this video, I break down what’s working so far, how Requiem compares to recent Resident Evil entries, and what the broader industry response has been. Even with limited playtime, it’s easy to see why this could become a meaningful evolution for the series...
2026-02-2609 minSave State PlusBreaking: New Xbox CEO Breaks Her Silence on Xbox’s Future. "Nothing Is Off the Table"Breaking news. Xbox’s new CEO, Asha Sharma, has given her first major interview, and her message is clear. Nothing is off the table. In a wide-ranging conversation, Sharma discusses Xbox’s future, leadership changes, console commitment, and how the company is reassessing its strategy after months of uncertainty. She addresses fan concerns, the idea of a “return to Xbox,” and whether anything is truly off limits as Microsoft looks ahead. This interview offers the clearest signal yet of where Xbox may be heading next, and why major changes are still on the table. Source: Windows Central exclusive interview. https...
2026-02-2521 minSave State PlusXbox Is Being “Sunsetted" Claims Xbox Founder Seamus BlackleyFormer Xbox creator Seamus Blackley is sounding the alarm, claiming Xbox is being quietly “sunsetted” inside Microsoft. In a new interview, Blackley argues that Microsoft’s leadership priorities have shifted away from traditional console gaming and toward AI, cloud infrastructure, and enterprise services — with Xbox increasingly treated as a legacy business rather than a growth pillar. He points to recent executive changes, including the appointment of AI-focused leadership, as evidence that Xbox’s long-term identity may be changing. Is Xbox being deprioritized. Or is this a strategic evolution toward a platform-agnostic future built around Game Pass, cloud streaming, and services...
2026-02-2523 minSave State PlusBombshell: Why Xbox Pushed Sarah Bond Out - “Tough to Work With” Insiders ClaimA bombshell report from Tom Warren at the Verge suggests Sarah Bond was pushed out of Xbox following internal tension, leadership friction, and concerns from people familiar with the situation. Insiders describe her as “tough to work with,” raising bigger questions about Xbox’s culture, recent leadership changes, and the broader shakeup happening inside Microsoft Gaming.In this video, I break down what’s being claimed, and what this means for Xbox’s future strategy as it navigates restructuring, studio pressure, and executive turnover.What do you think is really happening inside Xbox?#xbox #sarahbond #xboxnews #microsoftgaming #gamingindustrySource: https://www.thever...
2026-02-2416 minSave State PlusHuge Xbox Shakeup: Phil Spencer is Retiring & Sarah Bond is Also Moving OnPhil Spencer is officially retiring after more than a decade leading Xbox, marking the end of one of the most influential eras in Microsoft Gaming history. Microsoft confirmed Spencer will remain in an advisory role through the transition as new leadership takes over.At the same time, Sarah Bond is also departing Microsoft, closing the chapter on a leadership team that helped shape Xbox’s platform strategy, Game Pass expansion, cloud gaming push, and major acquisitions. Microsoft has named Asha Sharma as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming, with Matt Booty elevated to Chief Content Officer.This video breaks do...
2026-02-2414 minSave State PlusStephen Totilo on the Future of Gaming Journalism, Parenting, and RobloxVeteran games journalist Stephen Totilo from GameFile.news joined me for a conversation about the evolution of gaming journalism, parenting in a digital gaming world, and the rise of platforms like Roblox.Totilo and I discussed what was and the rise of publications like GameFile, and why modern games media is more fragmented than ever. The discussion covers online safety for kids, how social media reshaped news consumption, why court cases matter for uncovering industry truths, and why video is becoming essential for journalists going forward.This episode explores...
2026-02-2358 minSave State PlusThe Games Industry Has a Funding Problem. And We're Watching the ResetI sat down with Andrew Eiche, studio head at Owlchemy Labs, to talk about why the games industry is struggling right now and what this moment of contraction actually means.We discuss how funding expectations have warped game development, why investors chase only massive breakout hits, and how that pressure stifles innovation across both VR and traditional games. Andrew explains why this downturn feels less like a collapse and more like a reset, similar to past industry corrections, and what tends to emerge on the other side.The conversation also covers Meta’s influence on VR studios, the risks of...
2026-02-1536 minSave State PlusVR Gaming is at a Crossroads: Here's what Comes NextI sat down with Devin Reimer, co-founder of Astrobeam and former Owlchemy Labs co-founder, to talk candidly about where VR gaming stands today and what developers believe comes next. We discuss why Devin left Owlchemy to start Astrobeam, the importance of VR-native controls, and why the industry feels stuck in a holding pattern right now. Devin also shares his three-year outlook for VR, thoughts on Meta’s recent pullback, wearables, fitness-driven VR, and what developers often get wrong when designing immersive experiences. The conversation touches on Stellar Cafe, startup runway and sustainability, LLM-powered NPCs, ethical AI use in games, an...
2026-02-1429 minSave State PlusDenis Dyack Wants to Build a Game That Can’t Be KilledIn this interview, Denis Dyack explains why innovation disappeared from AAA games and why he’s trying to build something that can outlive servers, platforms, and shifting business models.We talk about Deadhaus Sonata, player ownership, live-service shutdowns, why modern games feel disposable, and how AAA development became risk-averse despite unlimited resources. Dyack also reflects on Silicon Knights, Legacy of Kain, game engines, moderation, Gamergate, and what kind of legacy he can still leave behind.This is a long, honest conversation about where he believes games lost their way and what comes next.(00:00) Intro(01:36) Deadhaus Sonata Explained(03:48) Legacy of Ka...
2026-01-221h 34Save State PlusHow Anthem Died and Almost Took BioWare With ItAnthem is now offline forever. In this exclusive postmortem, BioWare Executive Producer Mark Darrah explains what really happened to Anthem, what Anthem NEXT was supposed to be, and how the game’s failure reshaped Dragon Age Veilguard Mass Effect 5 and the future of BioWare.This Anthem retrospective covers the internal fallout from BioWare’s live-service experiment, why Anthem NEXT was canceled, and how its collapse changed the studio’s future RPGs. Featuring candid insight from BioWare insider Mark Darrah, this interview connects the dots between Anthem, Dragon Age, and Mass Effect in a way that has never been publicly explai...
2026-01-2240 minSave State PlusHigh on Life 2 Interview "It's Hard to Take Big Risks" | Save State PlusI sat down with Mikey Spano, Chief Creative Officer at Squanch Games, to talk about High on Life 2, launching February 13. We dig into the realities of finishing a comedy-driven game, why humor is one of the hardest things to pull off in games, and how Squanch balances creative ambition with the risks facing modern studios.We also talk about funny games that actually work, why big studios struggle to take risks, how indie games break through via virality, and what players should expect from High on Life 2’s guns, humor, and final act. If you’re curious about comedy in g...
2026-01-0225 minSave State PlusNetflix’s WB Games Buyout Faces a Challenge: ParamountNetflix’s planned buyout of WB Games has taken a surprising turn, with Paramount now emerging as a potential challenger to the deal, adding new pressure to one of the biggest gaming acquisitions in years. This comes alongside major industry shifts across Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, and PC: Microsoft is expanding Xbox manufacturing with Foxconn ahead of GTA 6, Sony has partnered with Bad Robot Games and posted massive Black Friday wins, Death Stranding 2 has appeared on PC listings, Obsidian updated its Avowed roadmap, and Eidos Montréal’s move toward Japan is fueling new Kojima speculation. With EA’s potential buyout...
2025-12-0959 minSave State PlusPath of Exile 2 Dev on AAA: “That’s Not Where the Action Is”I sat down with Path of Exile 2 Game Director Jonathan Rogers to talk about everything coming in the next major update, including the long-awaited Druid class, the design challenges behind Wolf, Bear, and Wyvern forms, and how 0.4 moves POE2 closer to full release. Jonathan also explains how the team is improving performance, expanding endgame goals, and preparing players for what comes next.We also dig deeper into GGG’s design philosophy, why the studio has “always been against dark patterns,” and how their approach to monetization and player trust shapes the future of the game...
2025-12-0448 minSave State Plus"It’s kind of like The Hunger Games out There" | Dean Hall (Kitten Space Agency)I sat down with Dean Hall, CEO of RocketWerkz, to talk about Kitten Space Agency, its surprising public pre-alpha launch, and the tech powering it. We get into the Brutal framework, KSP comparisons, monetization, fundraising, platform strategy, AI in development, the Steam Machine reveal, and the broader shift happening across the games industry. Check out Kitten Space Agency https://ahwoo.com/store/KPbAA1Au/kitten-space-agency(00:00) Intro(00:26) KSA Launch(02:23) Kerbal Reaction(03:23) KSA Tech(05:36) Distribution Strategy(10:06) Fundraising Success(13:00) Monetization(15:10) The Future of Game Dev(17:54) Steam Machine Thoughts(19:58) Platforms Targeted(22:09) Tech in KSA(28:00) AI Thoughts(34:58) Feedback...
2025-11-2542 minSave State PlusValve, Xbox, and PlayStation Are Eyeing the Next-Gen Hardware | Save State PlusThe next generation of gaming hardware is starting to take shape — and Valve might be the one pushing everyone forward.With the Steam Machine revealing early pricing expectations, anti-cheat updates, the 8GB VRAM debate, and AMD’s new FSR Redstone announcement, the industry is already shifting. Xbox and PlayStation aren’t far behind as both companies prepare their own next-gen strategies.In this episode of Save State Plus, we break down what Valve’s latest moves mean for the future of console and PC hardware, how devs are reacting, and where Xbox and PlayStation fit into the picture.Plus.• Fallout Se...
2025-11-241h 05Save State PlusShould Xbox Be Worried Right Now? | Save State PlusValve’s new Steam Machine dropped and instantly set off alarm bells. Between the 8GB VRAM debate, developer concerns, early reactions, and what this means for the PC and console market, the question is simple.Should Xbox be worried right now?In this episode of Save State Plus, we break down the Steam Machine reveal, the industry response, and where Xbox fits into the picture. Plus.• Fallout Season 2 trailer shows New Vegas, Lucy, The Ghoul and major lore drops.• Elder Scrolls 6 is still years away according to Todd Howard.• New Xbox changes including opened publishing documentation for all devs.• Halo Opera...
2025-11-171h 00Save State PlusGTA 6 Delayed. Rockstar Under Fire - LAG Nov, 11th 2025Rockstar confirms Grand Theft Auto 6 is delayed to November 19, 2026, citing the need for more polish. But inside the studio, tension is boiling over with protests, firings, and union-busting accusations making headlines.Meanwhile, Nintendo raises its Switch 2 sales forecast, Halo Infinite announces what could be its final major update, and BioWare celebrates N7 Day with new Mass Effect teasers.All that and more in this week’s LAG Recap, your late-access look at the biggest stories in gaming.
2025-11-1136 minSave State PlusDestiny Rising is Redefining What's Possible in the Destiny Universe | InterviewIn this exclusive interview, the Destiny Rising development team opens up about how they’re expanding the Destiny universe in bold new ways. From the decision to create a hero-based combat system to exploring a completely different timeline, this conversation dives deep into how Destiny Rising is redefining what’s possible for the franchise.The team discusses Bungie’s collaboration, community feedback, AI voice controversy, and how they’re shaping the future of the Destiny experience across mobile and beyond.#DestinyRising #Destiny2 #Bungie #ExclusiveInterview #MobileGaming
2025-10-3109 minSave State PlusXbox Just Came And Admitted It's True... All of ItIt’s official. Satya Nadella just confirmed the Xbox rumors are true. Not only for the games, but als for Xbox’s next console, codenamed Magnus, is real and it’s a hybrid. Xbox Magnus does have a nice ring to it.Microsoft says it will combine your full Xbox console library with the power of Windows PC gaming. That means support for multiple storefronts like Steam, Epic, and Battle.net all on one device. It’s the biggest shift in Xbox history and marks the first time they’ve officially admitted what’s been rumored for months.In this video...
2025-10-3022 minSave State PlusXbox Begins Their Microsoft Gaming Arc with Halo on PS5Halo is officially coming to PS5 with Halo. Campaign Evolved. We break down what Xbox is signaling with multiplatform moves. The reported push for higher studio margins. And why leadership says TikTok and movies are the real competition. Plus new trend data and reports shaping the industry this we
2025-10-292h 10Save State PlusPath of Exile Dev On Why You Should NEVER Blame Your AudiencePath of Exile’s next big expansion, Keepers of the Flame, drops October 31 and I spoke with Mark “Neon” Roberts from Grinding Gear Games about how they’re keeping Path of Exile fresh more than a decade later.He opened up about live-service game fatigue, what developers can learn from Destiny, and why you should never blame your audience when engagement dips. We also talk about the new Breach-themed league sequel, Bloodline Ascendancies, Grafts, and Asynchronous Trading — some of the biggest additions to Path of Exile in years.0:00 - Intro & how this unique interview was filmed...
2025-10-2335 minSave State PlusEveryone’s Talking About Xbox This Week - Here’s Why | Save State Plus WeeklyXbox just dropped everything this week. From the ROG Ally X handheld reveal to Forza Horizon 6 heading to Japan, a new look at Kojima’s OD: Knock, and their biggest Game Pass investment yet. I’ll break down why this might be one of the most important weeks in Xbox history.(00:00) YouTube Rant(04:20) Xbox Handheld(23:02) Forza Horizon 6(29:30) Halo Rumors(38:39) Costco Xbox Story(46:08) YouTube Rants Part 2(50:27) OD Reveal(55:00) Xbox Game Pass Investment(59:08) Xbox Users Play More(01:03:58) Physint(01:09:42) Bowser Leav...
2025-09-291h 27Save State PlusMorbid Metal Creator on Building the Game Alone | Save State PlusI spoke with the solo creator behind Morbid Metal (who now has a team) at Gamescom 2025 about their stylish action gameplay, inspirations, and how they’re building this intense, shape-shifting hack-and-slash experience. Here’s what’s next for the game and why fans of fast-paced combat should keep an eye on it.
2025-09-2612 minSave State PlusDeadpool VR Dev Interview | Gamescom 2025At Gamescom 2025, I went hands-on with Deadpool VR and sat down with the developers to talk about how they brought Marvel’s Merc with a Mouth to virtual reality. Here’s everything you need to know about gameplay, humor, and what to expect when you suit up as Deadpool. Big thanks to Meta for brining me out to Gamescom to play.
2025-09-2012 minSave State PlusEVE Vanguard – First Look at Exclusive Gameplay + Dev Interview | Save State PlusEVE Vanguard is live right now with its free-to-play event, Operation Nemesis, running through October 2! I sat down with EVE Vanguard Game Director Scott Davis and EVE Online Creative Director Bergur Finnbogason for an exclusive interview about the future of this MMOFPS and how it ties directly into the EVE Online universe. We also break down brand-new gameplay, talk about the infamous Dust 514 lessons, and discuss how Vanguard will impact the political and economic landscape of EVE.Play EVE Vanguard: https://evevanguard.com/how-to-play
2025-09-1734 minSave State PlusDune Awakening is Having a Free Weekend: Here's What's New From the Devs ThemselvesDuring Gamescom I had the chance to sit down with the Dune Awakening team to ask them about their favorite changes to the game. This is what they said. Dune Awakening is opening its doors for a free weekend, giving players a chance to explore the harsh deserts of Arrakis and see how the game has evolved. At Gamescom, I sat down with the game’s director to talk about what’s new, what they’re most proud of, and how the team has refined this ambitious survival MMO. In this interview, we break down their favorite recent changes, what p...
2025-09-1221 minSave State PlusFallout Co-Creator on Remake: You Could, But Would it Be Better?I sat down with Leonard Boyarsky (co-creator of Fallout, director on The Outer Worlds) and Brandon Adler (game director at Obsidian) to talk about the future of RPGs. We covered everything from the possibility of a Fallout 1 remake, to lessons learned from Avowed, to modernizing RPG systems in The Outer Worlds 2. We also dug into storytelling tactics, marketing sequels, and what it’s like building games today in Unreal Engine 5 compared to the early DOS era.(00:00) Intro(00:34) Controversial Question(01:37) Outer Worlds Dropping to $70(02:33) Modernizing Systems(05:45) Is a Fallout 1 Remake Possible?(07:50) What did you learn from Avowed?(09:00) Is Marketing a Se...
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ArkadenEpisode 226 – Vi indtager Gamescom 2025! Del 3TIMESTAMPS(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:41) - Velkommen til dag 3(00:08:17) - Reaktioner på Pokémon Z-A(00:19:10) - Interview med Anil Glendenning (writer og creative director) & Jack Conroy (udvikler), There Are No Ghosts At The Grand, Friday Sundae(00:33:40) - Interview med Niels Wetterberg, (direktør hos Games Denmark)(00:55:51) - Interview med Destin Legarie, (spiljournalist)(01:07:23) - Interview med Mikey Spano (Art director og creative director), Squanch Games(01:24:30) - Interview med Stella Chung, (spiljournalist)(01:51:32) - Interview med Grzegorz Like, (writer), Blooberteam(02:13:42) - Turen hjem fra Gamescom(02:46:44) - Out...
2025-08-312h 51Save State PlusMetal Gear Solid Delta: Noriaki Okamura & Yuji Korekado Interview | Save State PlusI sat down with Konami producers Noriaki Okamura and Yuji Korekado to talk about Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater. We discuss the challenges of remaking such a legendary game, and how they approached honoring the legacy of Hideo Kojima’s original Metal Gear Solid 3. This interview gives insight into Konami’s vision for the future of the Metal Gear franchise.
2025-08-2220 minSave State PlusObsidian Founder on Keeping Employees: "It's Super Super Important"I sat down with Obsidian studio leadership to talk about Grounded 2 and the major changes driving the sequel including why they chose to make a full follow-up, how Unreal Engine 5 reshaped development, and why keeping a small, agile team was key to their success. We also go deep on buggies (yes, again), improvements to AI and combat, and the studio’s philosophy around retaining talent and preserving games.
2025-07-2842 minSave State Plus007: First Light Is the Bond Game Fans Have Been Waiting For | Save State PlusI sat down with Franchise Director Jonathan Lacaille and Narrative & Cinematic Director Martin Emborg to talk about 007: First Light, the ambitious new origin story set in the James Bond universe. We dive into how they approached building a younger Bond, what makes this different from past 007 games, and how the team is creating a cinematic experience worthy of the franchise. If you’re a Bond fan or love spy thrillers, this is one you won’t want to miss.
2025-06-2526 minSave State PlusBorderland 4 Combat Radar is Just the Beginning | Save State PlusThe Borderlands 4 Development team is constantly listening to what fans want and need from the game. I had the chance to sit down with Creative Director Graeme Timmins, and Senior Project Producer Anthony Nicholson to talk about endgame, design decisions and more.
2025-06-2214 minSave State PlusPath of Exile: Roberts’ 13-Year Journey to Secrets of the Atlas | Save State PlusMark Roberts joins me to break down Secrets of the Atlas, a major new update for the original Path of Exile. We talk returning players, new content, and how it fits into the evolving PoE ecosystem.Grinding Gear Games isn’t done with the original Path of Exile. Secrets of the Atlas is a massive new update designed to pull players back into Wraeclast. We talk about update cadence, why PoE1 still matters, how the team keeps it all running, and what players can expect from one of the game’s biggest content drops yet.
2025-06-0751 minSave State PlusTencent’s Chris Kramer on Game Budgets, Media Turmoil, and The Rise of AA | Save State PlusThis week on Save State Plus I sat down with Chris Kramer, Tencent’s head of North American communications, to talk about the business behind video games. That included modern gaming budgets, the media industry, and how all of it works together. Chris was great and shared his frank thought about all of it and how it impacts the games we play.(00:00) Introduction(00:57) Kramer's History(04:08) Kramer in Games Media(07:20) Media Then vs Now(10:20) Media Strategy Today(12:40) How Influencers Are Chosen...
2025-05-261h 08Save State PlusFrom DayZ to Unity’s Drama Dean Hall Talks Indie, Media, & MoreDean Hall (creator of DayZ and founder of RocketWerkz) joins me to discuss the games industry, game development and more. We dig into Unity's recent controversies, the future of game engines, and the challenges indie developers face in 2025.
2025-05-2425 minSave State PlusTony Hawk Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remake Iron Galaxy InterviewI had the chance to sit down with Mike Rossi from Iron Galaxy and discuss Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 + 4 and what the remake changes, and what it keeps the same.
2025-05-0817 minSave State PlusClair Obscur Expedition 33's Ben Starr on Why This Game is SpecialBen Starr joins Save State Plus to discuss Clair Obscur Expedition 33 and what makes this game so special. We talk about his acting career, his favorite games, and look back at some of his best moments.
2025-05-0558 minSave State PlusSouth of Midnight Was Not for Me & Everything To Others | Save State PlusParris Lily joins me this week to talk about how we reacted to the Nintendo Switch 2 reveal, the lead up to the Marathon, and our differing opinions on South of Midnight.(00:00) Introduction(01:18) Switch 2(11:21) South of Midnight(33:35) Marathon Teases(36:43) Parris on Creating Content
2025-04-2254 minSave State PlusNaomi Kyle on The Future of Games Coverage | Save State PlusNaomi Kyle joins the show this week to chat with Destin about AI, where the games industry is headed, and what it's like kicking off her new who with iHeart Radio.
2025-04-1457 minSave State PlusPaul Tassi on Destiny, Assassin's Creed & Online Drama | Save State PlusThis week, Paul Tassi joins me to reminisce about Destiny 2, talk about the new Assassin's Creed Shadows release, and all the online drama we've been faced with this last year. We dive into the state of Destiny 2, its latest updates, and whether Bungie can turn things around. We also break down the Assassin’s Creed Shadows reveal, what excites us, what concerns us, and what it means for the franchise. Plus, we get into some of the biggest controversies in gaming and social media over the past year.(00:00) Show Starts(00:50) Paul Introduces Himself(02:17) Destiny 2 Talk Starts(09:10) Are Games Too Bl...
2025-04-0753 minSave State PlusDOOM: The Dark Ages Preview – DOOM 2025 Gameplay BreakdownStand and Fight! I sat down with Colteastwood and Kahlief Adams to break down DOOM: The Dark Ages! We dive into the brutal new gameplay, discuss how it compares to past DOOM games, and analyze what to expect from DOOM 2025. Is DOOM: The Dark Ages gameplay the evolution fans have been waiting for? Let’s discuss!(0:00) Introduction(0:41) First Impressions(01:44) Combat(04:27) Weapons(05:29) Favorite Weapons(06:35) Mech Battles(09:01) Dragon Riding(12:35) Enemy Variety(14:36) World Design(17:59) Music(18:13) Mick Gordon vs...
2025-03-3140 minSave State PlusPath of Exile 2 | Making It for Under $100M & The Impact of Dawn of the Hunt | Save State PlusPath of Exile 2 Dawn of the Hunt is the first big expansion since POE2 launched in early access. Jonathan Rogers sat down with me to discuss the impact the Path of Exile 2 0.2.0 Update will have on the game and what players can expect from the latest from Grinding Gear Games. Including a little note about a pretty sweet budget for an incredible game.(00:00) Introduction(01:25) Regrets from Launch(03:14) Player Health(04:42) Free 2 Play Date(05:16) Chris Wilson Leaving(07:49) Roadmap Changes(09:50) Fixing Underpowered Classes
2025-03-2749 minSave State PlusPlayStation Alum Shawn Layden On The Future of Games: "I'm Deathly Concerned" | Save State PlusPlayStatation Alum joins me on Save State Plus this week to discuss the future of the games industry, reminice about his time at PlayStation and discuss where the industry is headed in the future. We talk about that infamous God of War reveal that had crowds losing their mind when Kratos made a return, and what his biggest accomplishments were while at PlayStation. He also talks about the Xbox vs PlayStation vs Nintendo rivalry and what it meant to have all the leaders step out on stage together.(0:00) Introduction(0:45) Who is Shawn Layden(02:04) PlayStation Nintendo & Xbox on Stage(03:55) His...
2025-03-241h 19Save State PlusColin Moriarty Celebrates 8 Years of Last Stand MediaColin Moriarty of Last Stand Media joins me on Save State Plus this week to Celebrate 8 years of LSM. We cover off on the history of Colin, how the team came to be with Last Stand Media, and where LSM goes from here. In addition we also cover off on the current state of the video game industry, where it's going, the steps it's taken to get here and what's next.(0:00) Show Starts(0:15) Colin Introduction(01:30) Colin on 8 Years of LSM(03:13) The History of Colin(06:45) The Roster of LSM(09:45) Dustin Furman(11:40) Mama Micah(19:15) Defining Duke(21:00) Gene Park(22:54) Ideology...
2025-03-171h 26Save State PlusThomas Mahler on the Evolution of Moon Studios & No Rest for the WickedThomas Mahler, co-founder of Moon Studios, shares insights on No Rest for the Wicked, the success of Ori, and the evolving landscape of game development. He opens up about the challenges of early access, the importance of critique in gaming, and how social media impacts developers, and all of us in life. It was a pleasure to get some insight from Mahler on these topics and how Moon Studios has evolved since it began.(00:00) Introduction(01:00) Pipe Tease for No Rest for the Wicked(01:40) Success of Moon Studios(03:45) Early Access W or L?(05:15) Feedback Forums(06:30) Social Media(07:25) Social Media Fatigue(08:50...
2025-03-101h 00Save State PlusKingdom Come Deliverance 2 Interview with Tobias on the Team's SuccessTobias Stolz-Zwilling, PR lead of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, shares insights into the team's journey in creating the highly anticipated sequel. From the impressive techical optimzation to achieving a massive sales success and achievement in RPG design, Tobias discusses the passion and dedication that fueled the project. Learn about the steps taken to enhance realism, combat mechanics, and storytelling, and hear firsthand how the team’s collaborative efforts are shaping the future of medieval RPGs.
2025-03-081h 10Save State PlusPalworld Devs Shocked By Success | Interview With PocketpairPalworld exploded in early 2024 and in this episode, I sit down with Bucky, Communications Director and Publishing Manager at Pocketpair, to talk about the game's meteoric rise. We dive into what the team expected at launch, their reaction when Palworld shattered expectations, and how they handled intense scrutiny.
2025-03-0833 minSave State PlusXbox CEO Phil Spencer on the Future of Xbox "The Most Played Games Are On Any Screen"Phil Spencer joined me to talk about the future of the Xbox brand, how Xbox plans to integrate AI, he even teased the Xbox Handheld. He took on some tough questions and I am very greatful he made the time to chat with me and answer your tough questions. There's a lot of Xbox news today that came out of this including Xbox exclusives, Xbox and Steam, the focus for the Xbox ecosystem, and even Xbox Game Pass was mentioned. Tune in for all the details.
2025-03-0834 minSave State PlusKinda Funny’s Greg Miller Reflects on Going Independent and the Future of Gaming | Save State PlusGreg Miller joins Destin Legarie on Save State Plus to talk going independent, industry changes, and the future of gaming.
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The DayOne Show | A Video Games PodcastEpisode 246 | "Kept You Waiting Huh?" with Destin LegarieIt's not every often new hardware gets revealed, but 2025 has started off with a bang! Nintendo have finally unveiled the Nintendo Switch 2, so there's plenty to talk about in the XboxEra Podcast Episode 246!
This week, Jon, Nick and Jesse are joined by the lovely Destin Legarie, who recently struck out on his own and started his new Patreon supported venture, SaveStatePlus!
The team break down the Switch 2 reveal and just how big it may or may not be. We also dig into Xbox and the new trajectory, the state of PlayStation 1st party and the...
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Save State PlusGame of the Year Awards 2024Paul Tassi and Destin Legarie join to discuss their Game of the Year for 2024 and why they think the official Game Awards could use a few tweaks in the nominees category.
Originally recorded November 2024.
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Double Barrel GamingFULL ON discussion of Destin Legarie's "No Xbox Tax" Video + Call Of Duty Black Ops Gulf War In Development For 4+ Years
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00:00:00 Community Guest Intros
00:05:00 Jez Corden of Windows Central Asks "Are you more or less positive about the future of Xbox compared to a year ago & WHY?"
00:35:00 FULL ON discussion of Destin Legarie's "No Xbox Tax" Video & the panel gets LOUD! All Jokes Aside, it was a healthy open discussion & the panel KILLED IT!!
02:10:00 Call Of Duty Black Ops: Gulf War Has Been In Development For 4 Years. Will It Land On Xbox Game Pass
02:35:00 Panel Outros and Special Message to the Community!
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Double Barrel GamingXbox Tax Vs Bias Within Games Media + Full Breakdown & Discussion Of The NEW Destin Legarie VideoTime Stamps:
00:00:00 Community Guest Intros
00:05:00 Xbox Tax Vs Bias Within Games Media + Full Breakdown & Discussion Of The NEW Destin Legarie Video
01:45:00 Panel Outros and Special Message to the Community!
2023-11-272h 22
XNC - Xbox News Cast PodcastNEW Details Shock critics with Starfield RedFall & Forza on Xbox Series Consoles Xbox News Cast 58Join XNC Podcast with Hosts @colteastwood & @gazondaily https://www.youtube.com/c/Gameondaily & special guest: Destin Legarie of IGN: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheDestinChannel to discuss the NEW Details Shock critics with Starfield RedFall & Forza on Xbox Series Consoles Xbox News Cast 58 Join the channel to early access: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyGYHo1qVIeGq3ZLnSDaEcg/join Merchandise: https://teespring.com/stores/colteastwood-merch Follow: https://twitter.com/Colteastwood Add me on Xbox Live: Colteastwood Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/colteastwood Topics Covered on the Colteastwood Channel: Microsoft Sony Xbox One Xbox One X Xbox Two Xbox Scarlett Xbox Pr...
2022-06-212h 04
The DayOne Show | A Video Games PodcastEpisode 82 | The One where Destin joined usJoin Sikamikanico, Shpeshal Nick and our very special guest, Destin Legarie from IGN as we go over the news of the week, cover Community Questions and visit our Superchats along the way!
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2021-11-073h 22
XNC - Xbox News Cast PodcastShocking Changes to Xbox Game Studios Exclusives | Studio & Publishing Acquisitions XNC Podcast 10Join IGNs Destin Legarie & Colteastwood for a in-depth discussion of Xbox changes and new additions coming to Exclusive Games and Xbox Game Pass
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Topics Covered on the Colteastwood Channel: Microsoft Sony Xbox One Xbox One X Xbox Two Xbox Scarlett Xbox Project Scarlett Xbox 2 Next Generation Consoles Playstation PS4 PS5 Playstation 5 Exclu...
2021-07-131h 41
DEATH BATTLE CastScarlet Witch vs The PhoenixThe crew are joined by ScrewAttack alumni Destin Legarie to help us sort out the magic labyrinth that is Scarlet Witch vs The Phoenix! This episode is brought to you by Gabi! (Go to http://gabi.com/CAST to see how much Gabi can save you! ) and Bespoke Post ( Go to https://bspk.me/2wlrGcS and enter the code battlecast at checkout to get 20% off your first monthly box when you sign up! ) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2021-03-181h 01
UnlockedIGN's Red Dead 2 SpoilercastTina Amini is joined by Destin Legarie, Jon Ryan, and Casey DeFreitas to talk about all of the Red Dead 2 spoilers that need to be talked about!
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2018-11-191h 06
BeyondBonus: IGN's Red Dead 2 SpoilercastTina Amini is joined by Destin Legarie, Jon Ryan, and Casey DeFreitas to talk about all of the Red Dead 2 spoilers that need to be talked about!
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2018-11-191h 06
Destiny Community PodcastEpisode #111 - How To Cheat On Tests (ft. Destin Legarie)Our guest this week is bringing the Thunder! Join us as we cover all the latest news in the Destiny universe with Destin from IGN! Get your TWAB news here!------------------------------------------------------------------Find all of the DCP Members on Twitter: @teft |@TheBriarRabbit | @Mrs5oooWatts | @Holtzmann_YT | @PopeBearArt by Ash: @AR_McDAudio Production by Nick: @NickamcTwitch Production by Mr_Ar3s: @Mr_Ar3s------------------------------------------------------------------Join us on our new DCP LIVE Twitch Channel!https://www.twitch.tv/dcp_live/
2018-11-162h 46Destiny Community PodcastEpisode #74 - Bad Chicken (ft. Destin Legarie)We are excited to have Destin from IGN on the podcast this week to talk about all the news coming from Bungie's TWAB and from around the gaming community. Plus, y'know, aliens and stuff. Come join us. We also just launched out Patreon page! If you feel like you could help support the podcast in the short or long term, click here! This regular podcast isn't going anywhere, but our Patreon subscribers gain access to exclusive chats with the DCP team before and after the podcasts, special Let's Play videos and deeper insight into...
2018-03-022h 11
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 39 - Microtransactions and Simulants - IGN's Destiny ShowThis week Destin Legarie, Jose Otero, and Fran Mirabella discuss the Sleeper Simulant questline, how Nightfall missions should be fixed and addressing their concerns with microtransactions.
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2015-10-0943 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 36 - The King Has FallenDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Jose Otero talk about their impressions of the DLC, their thoughts on Xur, and the new Raid.
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2015-09-1949 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 35 - 4 More Days Until The Taken KingDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Brian Malkiewicz discuss all the exciting things happening in Destiny leading up to the big 9/15 release of The Taken King.
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2015-09-1137 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 34 - Preparing for Destiny's Taken King - IGN's Destiny ShowDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Brian Malkiewicz discuss the next week as there are a ton of changes coming to Destiny that are preparing us for The Taken King. Here's what you can expect.
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2015-09-0434 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 32 - RIP Gjallarhorn - IGN's Destiny ShowDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Fran Mirabella discuss the vault space fix, how they feel about exotics left behind and their seven favorite fixes in The Taken King.
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2015-08-2136 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 31 - Discussing The New Systems - IGN's Destiny ShowDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Fran Mirabella talk about the exciting new crucible modes, Gjallarhorn and the new systems.
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2015-08-1537 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 29 - Loving the Dreadnaught - IGN's Fireteam ChatDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Fran Mirabella talk about the Dreadnaught reveals, the new bosses we can expect and have some Gamescom announcement!
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2015-07-3132 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 28 - Guns... Lots of GunsDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Fran Mirabella are back this week rating the new weapon designs, discussing Destiny's pre-order bonuses, and asking whether or not Trials going random is a good thing.
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2015-07-2534 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 27 - Bungie's Questionable Weapon ChangesDestin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Fran Mirabella are back this week with guest Paola Alejandra talking about weapon balancing and cosplay.
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2015-07-1837 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 26 - The History of Bungie DayDestin Legarie, and Jose Otero are back discussing the history of Bungie Day, the latest Taken King updates from Luke Smith, and how they feel about the Year 1 emblem.
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2015-07-1130 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 25 - It's Iron Banner Time AgainDestin Legarie, and Jose Otero are back discussing Skolas changes, the Iron Banner and what the community wants from The Taken King.
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2015-07-0332 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 24 - About Bungie's Apology...Destin Legarie, Jose Otero and Fran Mirabella are back discussing the apology from Bungie, The Red Bull Fiasco and what they want to see in The Taken King.
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2015-06-2638 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 23 - Addressing the AngerDestin Legarie, and Fran Mirabella talk about the fan backlash this week as well as their experiences with The Taken King.
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2015-06-2433 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 22 - Oryx vs. E3Destin Legarie, Jose Otero and Fran Mirabella are back discussing the Taken King leaks, what fans want at E3, and Elimination!
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2015-06-1129 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 21 - Prison BreakDestin Legarie, Jose Otero and Fran Mirabella are back discussing what they hope to see at E3 and talking about some of the great updates this week.
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2015-06-0636 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 20 - Too Much PVP?Destin Legarie, Sean Finnegan and Fran Mirabella are back and discussing the PVP focus in Destiny, Vaults, and matchmaking woes.
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2015-05-3036 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 19 - Wolves on the ProwlDestin Legarie, Jose Otero and Fran Mirabella are back and discussing their thoughts on all the new House of Wolves content in Destiny.
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2015-05-2235 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 18 - It's Almost TimeThe team of Destin Legarie, Jose Otero and Fran Mirabella are back and more excited than ever to talk about their item drops, the 1.2.0 patch and more
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2015-05-1632 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 17 - Will House of Wolves Disappoint?The team of Destin Legarie, Jose Otero and Fran Mirabella are back talking to ask some tough questions about the House of Wolves.
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2015-05-0935 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 16 - Gearing Up For the Trials AheadThis week IGN's Destiny show Destin Legarie, Fran Mirabella and Patrick Casey from Planet Destiny talk about how excited they are for Trials of Osiris, and what Gear they'll be bringing with them. How excited are they? What weapons will they bring? Listen to find out.
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2015-05-0134 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 15 - Hype from the House of Wolves ReefThis week IGN's Destiny show Destin Legarie, Fran Mirabella and King Gothalion talk about the huge Reef reveal from Bungie for the House of Wolves. How excited are they? Listen to find out.
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2015-04-2535 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 14 - Where'd the House of Wolves Raid Go? - IGN's Destiny PodcastThis week IGN's Destiny crew of Destin Legarie, Fran Mirabella and Jose Otero discuss the huge House of Wolves reveal from Bungie this week. Where's the Raid? What did they think? Listen and find out.
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2015-04-1835 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 13 - House of Wolves PlanningThe team of Destin Legarie, and Fran Mirabella along with Jake from INV discuss the tower changes, pvp changes, and their plots to dominate the House of Wolves Raid before showing off some fan artwork.
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2015-04-1138 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 12 - Bigger VaultsThe team of Destin Legarie, and Fran Mirabella is back talking about the increased Vault space Bungie is adding, what to do with the dpad, superstitions in Destiny, and we showcase some fans that completed last weeks challenge.
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2015-04-0133 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 11 - Raid MatchmakingThis week IGN's Destiny crew of Destin Legarie, and Jose Otero discuss raid matchmaking, if DLC should go free and more. What did they think? Listen and find out.
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2015-03-2838 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 10 - Making Better BountiesThis week IGN's Destiny crew of Destin Legarie, and Jose Otero discuss the Bungie update, and how they could improve Bounties. What did they think? Listen and find out.
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2015-03-2134 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat Ep. 9 - We Want More PvE!The team of Jose Otero, Destin Legarie, and Fran Mirabella is back talking about the fixes Bungie promised, vault space and fan questions!
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2015-03-1738 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: Thorn vs. Last WordThis week IGN's Destiny crew of Destin Legarie, Fran Mirabella and Alfredo Diaz discuss the best pistol in the game, what they thought of the new inferno gametype, read some fan letters, and discussed how they want the Nightfall to change. What did they think? Listen and find out.
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2015-03-0633 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: Bungie's ListeningThis week IGN's Destiny crew of Destin Legarie, Fran Mirabella and guest Laced up Lauren discuss the app that allows you to switch items between characters using your phone, the multiplayer adjustments, the leaked social area on the Reef and their 3 wishes for Destiny. What did they think? Listen and find out.
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2015-02-2833 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: The GjallarhornThis week IGN's Destiny crew of Destin Legarie, Alfredo Diaz and Fran Mirabella talk about Destiny's best weapon The Gjallarhorn, debate about sniper rifiles and talk about their favorite memories with the community.
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2015-02-2334 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: What If...This week IGN's Destiny crew of Jose Otero, Destin Legarie, and Alfredo Diaz talk about Destiny "What if" scenarios like trading, 2015 predictions and how we feel about the possiblilty micro-transactions.
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2015-02-1435 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: Ep 3 Vault of Glass vs. Crota's EndThis week on Fireteam Chat, the trio of Jose Otero, Alfredo Diaz, and Destin Legarie try to answer some important questions. Which raid is better: Vault of Glass or Crota's End? Are The Dark Below's Exotic weapons disappointing? Is it time to take a break and avoid buring out?
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2015-01-3134 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: Our Dreams for DestinyGothalion joins the regular IGN Fireteam of Jose Otero, Alfredo Diaz, and Destin Legarie to talk about the intense challenge of Crota's End (hard mode), whether players should be able to Reforge weapons outside of the Iron Banner, and changes we'd like to see in Destiny's PVE.
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2015-01-2733 min
Fireteam Chat: IGN's Destiny PodcastFireteam Chat: The Big CheeseIGN's Destiny podcast returns! This week, popular Destiny Youtuber Datto joins the cast of Fireteam Chat (Jose Otero, Destin Legarie, and Alfredo Diaz) to talk about the House of Wolves "leak," why player's shouldn't exploit raids with cheese, and next week's uppdate that opens the doors to hard mode for Crota's End.
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2015-01-1637 min
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 114In this week's nightmarish trainwreck of a podcast, Ryan McCaffrey, Destin Legarie, Mitch Dyer, and Marty "Tardy" Sliva show you why Podcast Unlocked is the #1 Xbox podcast. GTA V and awkward banter dominate the beginning of this week's show, which ravels out of control as the team gets into this week's news and releases. Destin is maybe only kind of present as he teaches Chop tricks on his iPhone.
It's been a weird week. Join us for the madness, won't you?
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2013-09-2553 min
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Ep. 082: Well, He's WrongLocksmiths Ryan McCaffrey, Mitch Dyer, and Destin Legarie go over Splinter Cell Blacklist's delay, NBA Baller Beats' predictable failure, and the Dead Island Riptide debacle.
Also in this episode:
Mitch is back from a mystery trip full of misadventure.
Ryan narrowly survived the siege of a nasty stomach bug.
Destin's head is on straighter than ever. Finally.
You can change your Xbox account region.
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2013-01-171h 03
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Ep. 081: Can Destin Do Anything Right?It's our first show back from a break, so Locksmiths Ryan McCaffrey, Destin Legarie and Mitch Dyer have a lot to talk about. Topics this week include:
THQ's stuff is for sale
Books
More Far Cry 3 impressions
Destin doesn't know anything about video games
Your emails, and a new Meta Achievement
And much, much more!
Welcome to 2013. We're looking forward to hanging out with you.
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2013-01-091h 07
1UP Yours1UP.com - Games, Dammit! - 08/26/2011With Jeremy away at PAX, Ryan takes over to chat with Mike Nelson, Matt Leone and IGN's Destin Legarie about Gamestop's Deus Ex/OnLive debacle, Wing Commander, the delay of Kinect Star Wars, Steve Jobs' resignation, and the 20th anniversary of the SNES.
2011-08-261h 17