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FreshTakesGamingEP50 - Twitch Hacks and Diablo 4 in Trouble??Support The Show - https://buymeacoffee.com/supportftg
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Kotaku: Report: Twitch Is Hacked And Its Source Code Is In The Wild. https://kotaku.com/report-twitch-is-hacked-and-its-source-code-is-in-the-1847808252
Polygon: Blizzard removes sexually suggestive content from World of Warcraft.
https://www.polygon.com/22711256/blizzard-world-of-warcraft-removes-suggestive-content
IGN: Diablo 4 Has a New Director - IGN.
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2021-10-1849 minFreshTakesGamingEP49-More Activision Blizzard Drama and Steam Next FestNick is back and its like we never missed a beat. We talk about Destiny 2, Splitgate, Hades, Bloodhunt and Nicks inability to get his game account deleted for a mobile game. More activision news and its not good. Some great demos coming out in october for Steams Next Fest and Evan says Nintendo is the Apple of video games.
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2021-09-271h 18FreshTakesGamingEP48 - Epic Wins Against Apple and 3 Hours Gaming A WeekCatching up with special Co-host Chris , aka CMB2G this episode. And boy oh boy do we get into it on Unpopular Opinion.
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Playing: Bloodhunt, Splitgate, Apex, Destiny 2, Cyberpunk 2077
PC Gamer: Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake announced. https://www.pcgamer.com/kotor-remake/
Taipei Times: End profit focus, China's ga...
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FreshTakesGamingEP47 - All Things Blizzard ActivisionA few warm up articles to get you all started then we dive into multiple reported articles about the investigation into Blizzard and it's HR Practices and toxic work culture. Everything is "alleged" per the investigation but all the reports coming out and the multiple stepdowns of Executive Leaders at Blizzard doesn't paint a great picture.
Playing - the ascent, Apex Arenas, curse of the dead gods, watching falcon and winter soldier
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2021-08-091h 07FreshTakesGamingEP46- Special Guest Brant From RagebarrellWe got Brant from Ragebarrell hanging out with Evan and Nick. Some good news tidbits and discussion then a barrage of questions for Brant
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Kotaku: Tencent Wants To Buy Sumo Group For $1.3 Billion [Update].
https://kotaku.com/tencent-buys-sumo-group-for-1-3-billion-1847317285
Followup on Indiefoxx ban
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2021-07-261h 21FreshTakesGamingEP45 - Is The New Switch An Upgrade?It's been a few weeks and Evan acts like he doesn't know what he is even doing! General catch up and chit chat, but we get into twitch's ban policy, hackers hacking Apex to save Titanfall and the New Nintendo Switch.
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Hackers hack to plea for less hacks??
https://dotesports.com/apex-legends/news/ha...
2021-07-121h 03FreshTakesGamingEP44 - Streamers Flock to Facebook?It's been awhile, Nick and Evan discuss all the fun stuff going on and Zuckerbergs attempt to get streamers to come to his platform. Also Capcom is in some deep lawsuit waters with latest filing against them.. Definitely some compelling stuff
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The Verge: Microsoft has turned the Surface Duo into a...
2021-06-141h 04FreshTakesGamingEP43 - The Hot Tub Meta and Epic is BadSpecial guest host from Respawn Aim Fire, Holden Depardo joins Evan on this episode to catch up from the 2 year lapse between doing a show together and discuss some news and streaming trends. Also Holden feels a certain kinda way about Epic Games.
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2021-05-031h 18FreshTakesGamingEP42 - Games That Turn 20Discussion on Jade Raymonds new studio for Sony exclusives, Sleazy Dating Sims and Evan realizing his bad eating habits from playing Dishonored.
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Steam Flat-Out Refuses To Sell Sleazy Pick-Up Game Super Seducer 3 (kotaku.com)
Games that turn 20 years old
I Can't Handle How Many Games Turn 20 Years Old This Year (kotaku.com)
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2021-04-0552 minFreshTakesGamingEP41 - So You Wanna Play Stadia On Xbox??So much xbox news in this one! Like we really couldn't even put fit all the stuff in the show notes or we'd become an unofficial xbox podcast LOL.
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Video Games Chronicle: Microsoft confirms its Bethesda acquisition is complete and ‘some games’ will be exclusive.
https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/mic...
2021-03-2253 minFreshTakesGamingEP40 - Alphas, Betas, Demos Oh MyBethesda in hot water with a class action lawsuit prior to Microsoft acquisition. New nintendo switch slated for this holiday and other gaming news. Larger discussion on what Alphas, Betas and Demos mean to us and our expectations around them.
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VentureBeat: Bethesda faces broad class-action lawsuit over Fallout 4 DLC...
2021-03-0858 minFreshTakesGamingEP39 - Stick Drift Is Real and Remastered GamesWell Evan and Nick had about as much fun doing this episode as can be had
Discussion about Stadia and PS5 stick drift in this episode. Also, a very special guest makes an appearance!!
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GameSpot: The Medium Is Already Profitable After Just...
2021-02-2259 minFreshTakesGamingEP38 - Tencent Taking OverEvan and Nick catch up while Nick is still recovering from pnuemonia. What a champ he is!! Discussions on game optimizations, TenCent buying damn near everything and the best game of 2021 so far and it only takes 5 minutes to beat!!
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PC Gamer: Google Stadia fans are excitedly guessing what a mysterious 'Project Hailstorm' could be.
https://www.pcgamer.com/google-stadia-project-hailstorm/
The Verge: 2020 Game is a surprisingly fun side scroller about an awful year.
https://www.theverge.com/tldr/2021/1/18/22236771/2020-game-side-scrolling-platformer
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2021-02-011h 09FreshTakesGamingEP37 - Hanging out with RoseRaiderWe had a very special guest on this episode. RoseRaider joined the show and we briefly discussed what we are playing followed by her story about how she started streaming and offers up some great advice for new or seasoned streamers out there!!
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2021-01-181h 13FreshTakesGamingEP36 - Cyberbug 2077Nick and Evan briefly discuss the 2020 Game Awards Winners, Indie Studios and the CyberPunk 2077 Launch which leads to the larger discussion on do delays really make game launches any better?
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Cop understands the hype
https://www.dexerto.com/world-of-warcraft/twitch-streamer-avoids-speeding-ticket-thanks-to-wow-shadowlands-1460821/
Halo Infinite is officially launching fall 2021
https://www.theverge.com/2020/12/8/22164440/halo-infinite-launch-date-fall-2021
Gizmodo: Cyberpunk 2077 Reviews Are Out, and...
2020-12-1449 minFreshTakesGamingEP35 - 2020 Game Awards NomineesNick and Evan, run through some of the game news for the week and give their picks for the Game Awards category winners!!
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Twitch testing player triggered ads https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/16/21570243/twitch-multiplayer-ads-cpm-bits-streamer
Twitchs DMCA ruining IRL streams https://www.dexerto.com/entertainment/twitchs-dmca-rules-are-completely-ruining-irl-streams-1455482/
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2020-11-2300 minFreshTakesGamingEP34-DMCApocalypseNick and Evan play catch up, reminisce about days before Waze, some possible business advice for streamers oh and the biggest DMCA claims Twitch has ever seen!!
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Xbox streaming stick
https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/23/21529925/xbox-tv-streaming-stick-xcloud-cloud-gaming-phil-spencer-interview
Minecraft to require Microsoft Account to play
https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/22/21527647/minecraft-microsoft-account-mojang-java
2020-11-1600 minFreshTakesGamingEP33 - Microsoft Saving Gamestop??Patch Notes -
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NEWS
Microsoft buys Bethesda parent company Zenimax.
https://kotaku.com/microsoft-buys-bethesda-parent-zenimax-media-for-7-5-b-1845127153
Amazon's Cloud Gaming Service Luna – https://www.engadget.com/amazon-cloud-game-streaming-luna-reveal-173946193.html
"Cyberpunk 2077 dev breaks promise, will force employees to work six days a week - The Verge" https://www.theverge.com/platform/amp/2020/9/29/21494499/cyberpunk-2077-development-crunch-time-cd-projekt-red
"Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members Get EA Play on November 10 - Xbox Wire" https://news.xb...
2020-10-1900 minFreshTakesGamingEP32 - Glimesh CEO Luke StricklandThe hosts of FTG sit down with CEO/Head Developer of Glimesh.tv, Luke Strickland and discuss the upcoming streaming platforms philosophy, technology and community.
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2020-09-211h 10FreshTakesGamingEp31 - Streaming PlatformsEvan and Nick play catch up for a bit and discuss to general topics and tackle discussion on the Mixer shutdown and the slew of streaming platform start ups that have emerged as a reaction of the shutdown.
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2020-09-071h 22FreshTakesGamingEP29 - Too Many SwitchesIn this episode we talk about the confusing marketing of all the nintendo switches available or coming soon. Other discussions on Cuphead animated series, Apex cheaters and more. Show notes below
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New July Gamepass Additions - https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2019-07-16-metal-gear-solid-v-killer-instinct-join-julys-xbox-one-and-pc-game-pass-line-up
Cuphead Animated Series - https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/live-feed/cuphead-animated-comedy-series-works-at-netflix-1223052?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social
Ubisoft Reveals Game LineUp Coming to Game Service - https://twinfinite.net/2019/07/ubisoft-reveals-full-list-of-games-coming-to-uplay/
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2019-07-221h 07FreshTakesGamingEP28 - EA are the Good Guys?
New gamepass additions - https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2019-07-03-dead-rising-4-and-middle-earth-shadow-of-war-joining-xbox-game-pass-this-july
EA doesn’t like being the bad guy - https://www.gamespot.com/articles/ea-struggles-with-perception-that-were-just-a-bunc/1100-6468234/
Cuphead DLC Delayed - https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2019-07-03-cuphead-dlc-delayed-until-next-year
Hacker gets prison time - https://www.polygon.com/2019/7/3/20680975/soe-hacker-sentenced-derptrolling-austin-thompson-utah
Epic Kickstarts Refunds - https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2019-07-03-epic-games-will-fund-the-cost-of-kickstarter-refunds-for-epic-exclusives
Konami points to Sony to answer players - https://www.gamespot.com/articles/konami-says-unexpected-ps-plus-change-was-sonys-de/1100-6468243/
Gears 5 Tech Test Inbound - ht...
2019-07-081h 04FreshTakesGamingEP27 - Breaking the Law? MehAre streamers above the law? Are Game Testers considered less than at dev studios? Unpopular Opinion is back this week as well and boy does DsClaw have a good one.
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2019-07-011h 14FreshTakesGamingEP26 - E3 2019 ReviewAfter the DSClaw's hiccup fit we dive into all the new from E3 and give love to some indie titles as well. Check show notes below.
Xbox Announcements -
Scarlett Reveal
Halo Infinite Next Gen Launch Title - didn't look next gen though
Cyberpunk 2077 New Trailer – Keanu Edition
Xbox GamePass for PC – Xbox Gamepass ultimate 14.99/mo
BattleToads Announced
Gears 5 with new mode
Phantasy Start Online 2 – F2P – 2020
Elden Ring – Dark Souls and George RR...
2019-06-171h 36FreshTakesGamingEP25 - A Leaky Pre E3We are back baby! And what a week to cover. So much info leaking on 2019's E3 , Google Stadia event happened and we now have lots more info on this service. Big changes to Destiny 2 and has bubdrum turned a new leaf on this game?? All that and more on this episode!
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2019-06-081h 15FreshTakesGamingEP24 - The Spiritual Successor to SomethingWhat is up!! We have a special guest.. Holden Depardo this episode from the Respawn Aim Fire podcast. We chat, laugh and carry on like we normally do about video games, but this time Holden is along for the ride
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2019-04-291h 38FreshTakesGamingEP23 - Activision Wants Pregnancy DataDiscussion in this episode on Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order, PSN ID Changes and Activision wants employee pregnancy data?
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2019-04-151h 20FreshTakesGamingEP22 - Prince Harry Hates FortniteWhat is up everyone!?!? We dive into some of the bioware debacle , new assasins creed leak, prince harry hating fortnite and participation trophies?
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2019-04-081h 13FreshTakesGamingEP21 - Stadia, Cuphead and MoreGDC was this week and the hosts discuss some big news announced from Google. Also the continued friendship of Microsoft and Nintendo!
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2019-03-251h 05FreshTakesGamingEP20 - Master Cheese the Pizza CollectionIn this milestone episode we talk about Jade Raymond going to Google, lots of 343 Industries news and are streamers paid too much? Also new segment called "unpopular opinion"
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2019-03-181h 00FreshTakesGamingEP19 - Anthem 76General catching up and discussion on games as a service with the latest anthem issues.
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2019-03-111h 11FreshTakesGamingEP16 - EPIC Steamrolls SteamIn the latest episode the FTG crew discuss the segmentation of game stores and the latest metro game getting pulled from steam due to Epic games deal with dev.
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2019-02-041h 01FreshTakesGamingEP15 - Ubisoft Changes DLCDiscussion of anthem, New Res Evil game and tv series. Classic games to get your kids started with. And DsClaw goes off about the changes to DLC
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2019-01-261h 28FreshTakesGamingEP14 - Star Wars Game CancelledCan the star wars game franchise be saved? EA cancels open world star wars, overpaid game execs and salty assassins creed odyssey gamers.
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2019-01-211h 19FreshTakesGamingEP13 - Bungie Severs Ties with ActivisionBig news to start 2019 from Bungie!!
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2019-01-141h 28FreshTakesGamingEP12 - It's Been Too LongLots of new to get caught up on. New additions to Xbox GamePass, More Fallout 76 Misses from Bethesda, Women Being Recognized in the Gaming Industry, Lots of 343 Industries/Halo discussion. We also make our picks for the 2018 Steam Awards!
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2018-12-241h 25FreshTakesGamingEP11 - Hot Drops at the Game AwardsFurther drama with fallout 76 and we recap the announcements at the game awards!!
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2018-12-101h 26FreshTakesGamingEP10 - The Fallout of 76Covering the continually developing drama with Fallout 76 and how Bethesda has reacted to it. We also address a well written listener/viewer question.
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2018-12-031h 18FreshTakesGamingEP9 - Game Awards NomineesWe discuss the lack of sony at E3 2019 and what that could mean. We also go through most of the game awards nominees
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2018-11-191h 05FreshTakesGamingEP8 - Entitlement in GamingWe cover the blizzcon controversy and lead into a bigger issue in gaming
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2018-11-121h 12FreshTakesGamingEP7 - EA Cloud and Titanfall 3The hosts discuss further cloud initiatives now from EA and rumors of a titanfall 3 2019 release. We also get into some friendly console wars discussion.
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FreshTakesGamingEP6 - Return of Intellivision?We talk about EA's struggles to keep talent, the newly announced Intellivision console, Fortnite, Project Stream and signs of microsoft furthering partnership with nintendo
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2018-10-291h 22FreshTakesGamingEP5 - Has the Future ArrivedImpressions of Project Stream, Destiny Forsaking its day 1 players, Epic suing cheaters. Special Co-host CMB2G joins us.
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2018-10-211h 36FreshTakesGamingEP4 - Dont Cross the StreamsIn episode 4, both bubdrum and dsclaw discuss the new game streaming services on the rise from google and microsoft. We dive into some nongaming stuff like dc and marvel cinema. Always a good time
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2018-10-1353 minFreshTakesGamingEP3 - So Much NewsIn this episode TheDsClaw and Bubdrum discuss all the happenings with TellTale Layoffs, New Nintendo Switch rumors, THQ Nordic Properties, Speculation upon Speculation and IRL people that look like video game villains?
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2018-10-061h 13FreshTakesGamingEP2 - The State of DLCThe hosts discuss the current state of DLC, expectations when it is free or paid for and how to review games that are constantly being updated
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2018-09-101h 01FreshTakesGamingEP1 - Games that made us gamers and Rom talkIn this very first episode of FreshTakesGaming the hosts discuss the games that made them gamers. We then take a lovely veer of course into the discussion of ROMs and Emulation and the issues surrounding it.
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2018-08-2758 min