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Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 162 - Bethesda Shadow Drops The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion RemasteredSend us a textIn this episode...--> Bethesda has finally revealed the worst-kept secret in video games... The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered.--> Pocketpair has presented a comprehensive, multi-argument defense against Nintendo's Palworld lawsuit with a response that references a variety of games, ranging from Octopath Traveler to Far Cry 5.--> Tragedy strikes as Hollywood has run out of video games to adapt and is now forced to make an OutRun movie fronted by Sydney Sweeney and Michael Bay.--> 34 years later, Paul Rudd is reprising the SNES role that got him...2025-04-251h 12

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 161 - Ubisoft Says Gamers Should Already Know They Don't Own Their GamesSend us a textIn this episode...--> Ubisoft has now filed a response to the lawsuit over the shut down of online game The Crew and makes multiple claims as to why the suit should be dismissed, including that the plaintiffs knew what they were getting into because of "the explicit warnings on The Crew's packaging that plaintiffs were obtaining a limited license to access the game." --> Discord has added a new age verification system for some users that requires them to scan their face or ID to access sensitive material.-->...2025-04-181h 11

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 145 - The Gamers Week Heartwarming Holiday SpecialSend us a textFor the last episode of 2024, we're going all out! Join us as we meet Santa Clause at the North Pole and help him remember the true meaning of the Naughty List. **NSFW WARNING**We love our sponsors! Please help us support those who support us!- Check out the Retro Game Club Podcast at linktr.ee/retrogameclub- Connect with CafeBTW at linktr.ee/cafebtw- Visit A Gamer Looks At 40 at linktr.ee/agamerlooksat40- Get creative with Pixel Pond production company at pixelpondllc.c...2024-12-2740 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 106 - Ubisoft Says Gamers Need To Get Used To Not Owning GamesSend us a textJust in time for the rebranding of its subscription service to Ubisoft+ and the release of Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, Ubisoft has found another way to make sure its name is at the forefront of gamers' minds this month. Philippe Tremblay, director of subscriptions at Ubisoft, has stated "gamers are used to...having and owning their games. That's the consumer shift that needs to happen." But does it though? We discuss this claim and whether there's any merit to it, as well as wonder which will be the next company to...2024-01-191h 12

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 82 - Should The SAG-AFTRA Strike Matter To Gamers?Send us a textBoth the Writers Guild of America and the Screen Actors Guild - American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) are currently on strike. The strike effectively puts a stop to most film and TV production in the US, and it doesn’t seem like it’ll be letting up anytime soon. But this is just a Hollywood problem, right? Not quite. We discuss the issues at the core of the strike and why gamers should be very much concerned with how these points play out.We'll also be talking about Micr...2023-07-211h 11

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 62 - Is There A Future For Video Games Journalism?Send us a textWhile the world's financial heavyweights rush to invest in the burgeoning video game industry, gaming journalism may be on its last legs. Many high-profile outlets have either downsized significantly or closed up shop for good. Those that remain have largely replaced gaming news coverage with listicles and playthrough guides. In an online world funded by SEO optimization and clickbait, is there any hope for a future for true gaming journalism?We'll also be discussing the new report that claims Konami is planning to reveal a new Castlevania and a Metal Gear...2023-03-031h 11

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 61 - Microsoft's Activision Deal Is About to Hear its FateSend us a textThis week, Microsoft met with European Union regulators in a closed-door hearing in Brussels to defend its $69 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard Inc. The UK’s CMA previously suggested that the deal may be approved if Microsoft were to divest the Call of Duty division of ABK, but on Tuesday, Microsoft Corp. made it clear that there will be no deal unless it comes with the blockbuster IP. We’re joined by streamer Sensitive Joy to discuss the implications of this hearing and try to predict the outcome of the biggest deal the vide...2023-02-241h 21

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 60 - Microsoft Admits Game Pass Cannibalizes SalesSend us a textMicrosoft has admitted that putting games on its Xbox Game Pass subscription service leads to a marked decline in base sales. This may seem like a headline written by Captain Obvious, but it's a 180 for Microsoft, which previously maintained that being included in Game Pass resulted in higher sales for games. So does Game Pass actually hurt AAA games? We discuss the pros and cons of going the Game Pass route from a publisher standpoint.We'll also be talking about the $70 price point for The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the...2023-02-171h 12

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 59 - Nintendo Direct February 2023Send us a textA brand-new Nintendo Direct has arrived, giving us a look at The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Metroid Prime Remastered, Pikmin 4, and so much more. We're joined by SanityCrypto of It's Virtually A Podcast to talk about all the highlights from the show.We'll also be discussing how the UK's CMA is suggesting that Microsoft sell off Call of Duty in order to get its Activision Blizzard acquisition approved, how we wish SNL's apocalyptic Mario Kart skit with Pedro Pascal was a real show, the news that Meta lost $14...2023-02-101h 16

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 58 - What Should Gamers Do About Hogwart's Legacy?Send us a textEven though the developers have made sincere attempts to distance Hogwarts Legacy from J.K. Rowling (the controversial Harry Potter creator who is now infamous for loudly espousing transphobic views), the author still stands to profit from the title's sale. So should gamers boycott? We attempt to consider all sides of the issue as we delve into this messy topic that has much bigger implications than just one video game.We'll also be discussing Sony's announcement that the company is closing the PlayStation Plus Collection, how Amazon is reportedly planning a...2023-02-031h 13

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 57 - The "Controversy" Over Xbox's Energy-Saving ModeSend us a textMicrosoft has ambitions to transform the Xbox into the world’s first “carbon-aware console,” and the announcement of an update that will include an optional energy-saving mode seemed to be a step toward that end. However, the internet gotta internet, and a vocal minority is now claiming it’s all part of a ploy to make Microsoft go “woke.” We debate whether there's any merit to this claim (spoilers: there isn't) while still maintaining our usual politics-free standard.We'll also be discussing Microsoft's first-ever Developer Direct and the surprise shadow drop of Tango Gam...2023-01-271h 15

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 56 - The Death of Google StadiaSend us a textGoogle Stadia, the tech giant's ill-fated venture into the video game industry, is taking its final breaths after little more than three years. But will the passing of Stadia signal the end of cloud gaming? We discuss what the future of game streaming might look like and whether or not there may yet be a place in this world for Stadia.We'll also be talking about the Microsoft layoffs that are confirmed to affect Bethesda and Xbox, how Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot is apologizing over his "ball in your court" comments t...2023-01-201h 19

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 55 - The Biggest Video Games Coming in 2023Send us a textWith dozens of games delayed to 2023, a greater emphasis on new-gen hardware, and at least one major exclusive from each platform holder, 2023 easily boasts the most exciting release lineup that gamers have seen in years. We're looking over the biggest titles set to launch this year and discussing which games we are (and are not) looking forward to the most.We'll also be talking about the Cyberpunk 2077 class-action lawsuit that settled for $1.85 million, Todd Howard's claim that The Elder Scrolls VI will last decades, and how YouTube could broadcast the "Gamer's...2023-01-131h 10

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 54 - Starfield Will Be Game Of The Year (And Other 2023 Gaming Predictions)Send us a textGamers Week Podcast is officially one year old!! This means it's time once again to gaze into our proverbial crystal balls to see what the world of video games might bring in 2023. We'll hear what a few analysts have to say about the coming year and then make some predictions of our own.We'll also be discussing how video game QA testers have formed Microsoft's first union, Sony's claim that the PS5 has cleared 30 million sales after its "biggest month yet," Sony's newly announced PS5 accessibility controller dubbed Project Leonardo, and...2023-01-061h 20

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 53 - The Best Video Games Of 2022Send us a textWhile some might say that 2022 was a slow year as far as new releases were concerned, that doesn't mean there weren't still some absolutely stellar titles making their debut. With Sony's God of War Ragnarok and Horizon Forbidden West, Nintendo's Splatoon 3 and Pokemon Arceus, and killer third-party releases like Elden Ring and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, there was no shortage of amazing games to play. We're counting down the best games of 2022 and picking our own personal GOTYs.We'll also be discussing how 2022 saw the rise (and fall) of the...2022-12-301h 10

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 52 - Epic To Pay $520 Million To Settle FTC Charges On FortniteSend us a textAccording to the FTC, Epic will pay $275 million for violating the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) and another $245 million for design relying on dark patterns "to dupe millions of players into making unintentional purchases." Is this just a case of parents not paying enough attention to what their children are doing online? Or does Epic bear some responsibility to help keep kids safe? We discuss this landmark case and what it might mean for the future of online gaming.We'll also be talking about how Microsoft might introduce an ad-supported...2022-12-231h 20

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 51 - The Hype Around Esports Is FadingSend us a textThe Game Awards aired last week, and thanks to the Wednesday curse, we’re just now able to do our wrap-up of the live stream. So for our main topic, we’re going to review our predictions and find out which one of us got the most picks correct. Then we’ll be recapping the biggest game announcements from the show, including Hades 2, Crime Boss: Rockay City, Death Stranding 2, and more.We'll also be discussing Bloomberg's claim that the esports boom is fading as investors and sponsors dry up, how Diablo IV dev...2022-12-161h 22

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 50 - Then vs Now: A Conversation With Video Game Dev Christopher CrossSend us a textSo much has changed in the video game industry in the last 30 or so years that sometimes it feels like modern games are nearly unrecognizable when compared to their retro counterparts. We're joined by Christopher Cross, a long-time game dev who has worked in the video game industry since 1996 (Diablo, Medal of Honor, and Marvel Avengers are just a few of the titles on his resume), to chat about how gaming has changed over the past few decades and even where it may go in the next few.We'll also be...2022-12-091h 14

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 49 - Sony Alleges That Microsoft Is Trying To Turn It Into NintendoSend us a textThe feud between Sony and Microsoft surrounding the Xbox maker’s attempted acquisition of Activision Blizzard has continued to heat up, so for our main topic this week, we’re looking at a roundup of Sony vs Microsoft headlines. This includes Sony's claim that Microsoft is trying to turn it into Nintendo, Sony's assertion that Xbox Game Pass has reached 29 million subscribers, and Microsoft's admission that "many" PlayStation exclusives are "better quality" than those on Xbox.We'll also be discussing how Phil Spencer has all but confirmed that The Elde...2022-12-021h 19

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 48 - The Game Awards 2022 NominationsSend us a textThe nominees for the Game Awards 2022 have been revealed, but the response from much of the gaming world has been... *shrug*. Why do the Game Awards garner such apathy from gamers (if not outright hatred)? And having acknowledged that the awards are largely nonsense, which games are we rooting for?We'll also be discussing the mayhem caused by Twitter Blue users impersonating video game companies, how Xbox proactively suspended up to 4.8m user accounts in the first half of 2022, the news that ...2022-11-181h 30

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 47 - The 10 Best-Selling Video Games of All TimeSend us a textSales numbers always generate big headlines in the video game industry. But while some titles come and go, others remain heavy hitters, sitting atop the sales record books and accumulating numbers that most games can only dream of. We take a look at these top 10 video game juggernauts and wonder... is this not only a list of the best-selling games of all time but the flat-out best games of all time?We'll also be discussing how Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 hit $1 billion in revenue faster than any past 2022-11-111h 15

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 46 - Has Xbox's Game Pass Strategy Backfired?Send us a textXbox boss Phil Spencer gave several interviews this week, and his quotes have fueled much of the world’s recent gaming news. This week, we're diving into a roundup of Xbox headlines, including Spencer's claim that Xbox loses as much as $200 on every console it sells, Xbox's changing tone on Game Pass in light of the service failing to hit target numbers, and Spencer's admission that "it’s been too long" since Xbox’s last big first-party game.We'll...2022-11-041h 17

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 45 - The 10 Hardest Levels In Video Game HistorySend us a textMost video games have a good mixture of easy and hard levels to keep gamers properly entertained and challenged throughout the game. But some levels dial the difficulty up to 11, and apparently, Reddit has a lot to say about what it considers to be the hardest video game levels ever. We're joined by Brian from Drink A Beer & Play A Game to debate the levels on this list while adding a few of our own.We'll also be discussing how the system requirements to run the upcoming 2022-10-281h 24

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 44 - To Boycott Or Not To Boycott: The Bayonetta 3 Voice Actor DramaSend us a textThe long-awaited release of Platinum Games' Bayonetta 3 has been marred by a rather messy controversy. The voice of Bayonetta in the previous two entries publicly stated that she did not return for the third installment because the pay was insultingly low. She then encouraged fans to boycott the game, igniting a debate about the chronically low pay offered to video game voice actors. Platinum Games has disputed her claims, and as more information comes to light, which party's version is closer to the truth? We discuss the...2022-10-211h 15

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 43 - Xbox vs. PlayStation: The Fight For Call of DutySend us a textThe UK's Competition and Markets Authority has released its initial report on Microsoft's buyout of Activision Blizzard, and the Xbox maker is not happy. The company is calling the criticism of the deal “unsupported” and accusing the CMA of listening too much to Sony's lawyers. Is Microsoft's Activision Blizzard deal really a good thing for the gaming industry? We debate the possible implications of the largest acquisition in gaming history.We'll also be d...2022-10-141h 16

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 42 - Google Stadia Was Doomed From The Start, But It Did Have Some Good IdeasSend us a textGoogle Stadia's 2019 announcement promised several features that actually could have been disruptive game-changers for the industry (such as State Share, Stream Connect, Crowd Play, and Crowd Choice). Unfortunately, however, each of those features was absent from launch, and as of late 2021, less than 10% of the total library included one or more of these features. As the death knell tolls for Stadia, we look back on the service and wonder what could have been had Google taken the platform's good ideas more seriously than its bad ones.2022-10-071h 16

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 41 - The 10 Best NES Games Of All-TimeSend us a textSuper Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Mega Man, Metroid... the best NES games are all classics. They aren't just fantastic video games in their own right, but experiences that helped to establish Nintendo's biggest franchises and make the manufacturer a force to be reckoned with in the industry. We debate the ten best titles of the NES library, and (spoiler alert!) we don't all agree.We'll also be discussing how the US Department of...2022-09-301h 15

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 40 - The 10 Most Disappointing Video Game CancellationsSend us a textWith the much-hyped Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic remake changing developers, fans are hoping that the game will survive its problems and live to see its release. However, if it doesn't, it would be far from the biggest title to ultimately get canceled. We're joined by G to the Next Level to look at the ten video game cancelations that gamers found most disappointing.We'll also be discussing how the big Grand Theft Auto 6 leak may not be so big after all, ...2022-09-231h 26

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 39 - September 2022's Nintendo Direct & PlayStation State of PlaySend us a textIt's been a big week for gaming news! This past Tuesday brought us both a Nintendo Direct and a PlayStation State of Play, so we're covering as much as we can from both showcases.We'll also be discussing how PlayStation CEO Jim Ryan says Xbox's Call of Duty offer was "inadequate on many levels," how Gargoyles is the next classic Disney game getting a remaster, and Billy Mitchell's claims that his doctor won't see him due...2022-09-161h 14

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 38 - Overwhelmed by your video game backlog? We’ve got tips!Send us a textHaving a backlog of games can be overwhelming. Knowing that you have potentially hundreds of games that you haven't played yet has been a lament of many gamers. In this episode, we're joined by Jim from Drink a Beer and Play a Game to discuss tips and tricks on how to manage your backlog of games like a pro.We'll also be talking about Xbox's Game Pass Friends and Family Bundle, Nintendo's removal of loot boxes for its mobile title Mario Kart Tour...2022-09-091h 19

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 37 - The Defunct Video Game Services We Miss MostSend us a textWhen someone thinks of video games, they might imagine playing their favorite games with their friends or competing against others for the top score in competitive-style leaderboards. Naturally, these services need internet access to function, but not everyone takes time to think about the servers that host these features — at least not until a company announces that they're going to shut them down. We discuss our favorite ones that have gone by the wayside, as well as the current services we'll miss most when they are inevitably shut down.We'll also be...2022-09-021h 13

Gamers Roast PodcastFarewell For Now... | GRP Episode 53Good morning gamers, and thanks for tuning in to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! A bit of a sad one this week, as we announce a hiatus from the show. Both of us are a little overwhelmed with life in general at the moment, and we want to make sure the podcast is the best it can be. To that end, we're taking a break. It's not a permanent departure, and we're hoping to come back strong soon! But in the meantime, enjoy our final episode for a while, as we talk about the Minecraft Farlands, a brand new Game...2022-09-0149 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 36 - Gamescom 2022 Opening Night LiveSend us a textGamescom 2022 is upon us, and Geoff Keighley's Opening Night Live kicked things off with a ton of new announcements for games including Dune: Awakening, Lies of P, Sonic Frontiers, and more. We go over both the highlights and the lowlights of the evening.We'll also be discussing how Xbox boss Phil Spencer believes there will be fewer console exclusives in the future, how Embracer is set to acquire the Lord of the Rings IP...2022-08-261h 13

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 35 - Will The Death Of Video Game Consoles Kill Sony And Nintendo?Send us a textThe digital-only age is coming, folks. We may not like it, but it's hard to deny that streaming services are the future of entertainment, including for video games. But when customers no longer need a console to play games, what will that mean for Sony and Nintendo, which don't have the PC presence that Microsoft has?We also discuss how Nintendo of America contractors are calling out the company for sexual harassment and a "frat house" environment, how the Final Fantasy 16 ...2022-08-191h 21

Gamers Roast PodcastA Look at the GRP DND Podcast! | GRP Episode 52Good morning gamers, and thanks for tuning in to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! It's a radically different episode this week, as there's no roast or games. Well, there's one game, but it's not a video game. Wes is out this week for a performance, so Josh welcomes back Zealotos, aka the DM of the up-and-coming Gamer's Roast DND Podcast! Zeal gives us an inside look at the campaign he's got cooked up, and we hope you're hyped! Intro and Outro Music: “Man Outta Town” by Forget the Whale Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0 --- Support this podca...2022-08-1837 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 34 - The Splatoon 3 Nintendo DirectSend us a textThis week, Nintendo treated Splatoon fans to an in-depth look at the series' upcoming entry, Splatoon 3. We chat about the new stages, mechanics, game modes, and weapons, as well as what else we hope to see in the soon-to-be-released title.We'll also be discussing Twitch and YouTube Gaming's plummeting viewership figures, how fewer than 1% of Netflix subscribers play Netflix Games, and whether video games are really that expensive (or it only seems that way)....2022-08-121h 11

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 33 - Sony Loves Exclusives... Except When Microsoft Owns Call Of DutySend us a textThis past week has seen a ton of Sony news, so we’re doing a roundup of PlayStation headlines. We'll be talking about how Sony will retire the PS5's Accolades feature later this year, Sony's fear that Microsoft's ownership of the Call of Duty franchise will have the power to influence users' console choices, and the official PlayStation mobile controller coming from Backbone.We'll also be discussing how N...2022-08-051h 13

Gamers Roast PodcastKOTOR Remake Scrapped & Roblox's "Oof" is No More... | GRP Episode 50Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! We've got a more focused episode this week...in fact, we only talk about one major story: the recent scrapping of studio Aspyr's work on the KOTOR remake. Is it cancelled, or merely postponed? Are we getting simply a remaster or a full-on remake? It's all up in the air right now, but hey, that won't stop us from giving our takes! Also, Wes goes on a rant about the Roblox "oof" death sound because that's all we needed in the world today. Thanks for joining us! ...2022-08-0439 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 32 - Grand Theft Auto 6 To Feature Female Playable CharacterSend us a textThe Nintendo Switch's 5th birthday has come and gone, and in that time, it's made headlines over and over again in ways that other consoles haven't. We remember some of the moments that have shaped and defined the Nintendo Switch's reign, for better or worse, as well as what has made the console special to us on a personal level.We'll also be discussing the news that Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature a female playable character and add new cities over time, ...2022-07-291h 14

Gamers Roast PodcastWWE's Mysterious Disappearance, Gotham Knights News, and Assassin's Creed's Future! | GRP Episode 49Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Josh is finally back after a crazy couple weeks! This week, Wes tries out his brand new Aeropress by putting it to the ultimate test: making Starbucks coffee taste good. Is it up to the challenge? Meanwhile, Josh tries some Kauai coffee pods for a more tropical feel. Then, the guys talk about 2K Productions' mysterious de-listing of almost all of the WWE games from the Steam store, for apparently no reason. Then, we talk a little about our hopes and expectations for the upcoming Gotham Knights, before ending...2022-07-2847 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 31 - The Biggest Competition For PlayStation Plus And Xbox Game Pass Is...Send us a textTime codes at the bottom!There is plenty to enjoy in Sony's newly revamped PlayStation Plus service, but is it really worth the cost? We explore the idea that the biggest challenge facing PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass (or any game subscription service on the market for that matter) isn’t money. It’s time. Or more accurately, lack of it. As adults with more responsibilities than time, are gaming subscription services actually a good deal for us?We also...2022-07-221h 16

Gamers Roast PodcastLoot Box Lies, Steam In Teslas, and Sony and Bungie are Official! feat. Aaron Piper | GRP Episode 48Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Aaron's back again this week, since Josh wasn't able to record this week. We start out with a local coffee again: Chicory Cafe's English Toffee flavored roast from right here in South Bend, IN! Then, the guys talk a little about the recent Skate dataleak, and how the devs' promises of no loot boxes might not be holding true. Then, we talk about the crazy news of Steam integrated into Tesla cars, before we talk a little about how Elden Ring is still holding the title of best selling...2022-07-2145 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 30 - The Worst Video Games Of All TimeSend us a textTime codes at the bottom!What does it truly mean to be called one of the worst video games of all time? We're going to the very bottom of Metacritic’s rankings to find out which games rank as the worst of the worst, as well as gripe about the very worst games we've personally played.We'll also be discussing how GameStop fired one of its top execs in the midst of the company's transition towards NFTs, how PAX organizer ReedPop...2022-07-151h 16

Gamers Roast PodcastHideo Kojima Mistaken for Assassin, & E3's Coming Back Next Year??? feat. Aaron Piper| GRP Episode 47Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! We're excited to have Aaron Piper back to the show as we have a VERY strange little episode. We start out with a review of some Folger's (spoiler alert: it's not great) and a local gas station coffee that turns out to be surprisingly decent. Then, we take a look at some strange news involving famed gaming director Hideo Kojima. Then, the guys talk about E3's potential comeback next year, before finishing off with what they've been playing this week. Thanks for tuning in! Coffee Reviewed...2022-07-141h 00

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 29 - Polium Announces The First NFT Video Game ConsoleSend us a textWeb 3 company Polium claims its "Polium One" system will be “the world’s first multi-chain gaming console” that will be capable of running games built on different blockchains. Unsurprisingly, the announcement has been met with much criticism from gamers who are, at best, not yet convinced of the merits of blockchain gaming, and at worst believe it to be a scam (Spoiler: We're the latter). We talk about the Polium One as history comes full circle on the 6-month anniversary of Gamers Week Podcast.We...2022-07-081h 09

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 28 - The Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase June 2022Send us a textThe June 2022 Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase has come and gone, and left us with a host of fresh announcements, release date news, surprise drops, and other tidbits. We discuss the good, the bad, and the underwhelming of Nintendo's latest.We'll also be talking about how Final Fantasy 16 will use "British English only" to avoid pissing off Americans, the new Atari 50: The Anniversary Celebration collection, the Mega Drive Mini 2 console's $150 controller, and the new study that says the ‘90s had th...2022-07-011h 23

Gamers Roast PodcastAC's Horrifying Horse-Humans, Chris Pratt Brags on His Mario Voice, & Hideo Kojima's Cancelled Superhero Game! | GRP Episode 46Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! This week, it's a bit more news-heavy after last week's nostalgia trip. The guys review a RISE Brewing Co. latte and the return of the Frosty-cinno. Then, Wes takes a look at some Ubisoft behind the scenes coding that is equally fascinating and horrifying. Then, Josh talks a little about the future of Elden Ring. Then, the two discuss the upcoming Mario movie from Illumination before ending off with a quick factoid about Hideo Kojima's cancelled superhero game that may have just been a little too close for comfort...2022-06-3047 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 27 - Where Have All The AAA Games Gone?Send us a textThe video game industry is in flux. We’re 19 months into a fresh console cycle, the pandemic slowed or paused development on a generation of games, and studios of all sizes are being absorbed by the biggest names in the room. Put simply, there aren’t a lot of huge games coming out in the second half of 2022. But is this actually a bad thing? We discuss the pros and cons of the AAA development machine and wonder if the indies will save us.We'll also be discussing Sega's ne...2022-06-241h 14

Gamers Roast PodcastActiBlizz Says They're Totally Cool, Guys; Fans Theorize on Sonic Frontiers' Story; and Starfield Is Looking Bigger than Ever! | GRP Episode 45Note: There was a little issue with Wes' audio this week. Apologies for the inconvenience, but we'll have it fixed for next week! Good morning gamers, and welcome back to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Back to the grind this week, and it's a doozy of an episode. The guys review some Peet's Dark Roast and a Starbucks Shaken Espresso, then Wes' roast of the week goes a little deeper than anyone expected with yet more news on the Activision Blizzard debacle. Then, Josh talks a little about Xbox remaking some old gamer pictures, along with the nostalgia...2022-06-231h 00

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 26 - All The Highlights of Not-E3 2022Send us a textAlthough there's technically no E3 this year, you'd be forgiven for thinking otherwise. Over the course of a few days, we got a ton of trailers, gameplay reveals, and announcements for some huge titles, including Starfield, Diablo IV, Silksong, and more. We're joined by Kade Call of the Gaming Memories Podcast to break down all the biggest news from not-E3 week.We'll also be discussing how Sonic Team's boss says Sonic Frontiers...2022-06-171h 22

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 25 - PlayStation State of Play June 2022Send us a textThe latest PlayStation State of Play has arrived bringing with it a new look for Final Fantasy 16, the long-awaited reveal of Resident Evil 4 Remake, the first gameplay of Street Fighter 6, and much more. We're joined by Hugues of the Retro Game Club Podcast to discuss the titles featured in this State of Play.We'll also be talking about how Sega chose the Mega Drive Mini 2 over a Dreamcast mini or 2022-06-101h 04

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 24 - Sonic Frontiers: Blur of the WildSend us a textSonic Frontiers, Sega's upcoming open-world video game starring everyone's favorite Blue Blur, got a seven-minute gameplay video, and well... it all looks strangely familiar. We're joined by our good friend, streamer, YouTuber, and all-around great guy Ducks in Disguise to help us break down this first look at gameplay and talk about what we still hope to see in the full game.We'll also be discussing Microsoft's confirmation that the company is working on a "Keystone" Xbox game streaming...2022-06-031h 15

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 23 - A Conversation With Atari's Space Invaders Champion Rebecca HeinemanSend us a textIn 1980, Atari held a tournament to determine the best player in the nation on its 2600 port of the arcade sensation Space Invaders. The tournament was won by a Los Angeles teenager who went on to change the landscape of video games. We're joined by Rebecca Heineman to hear her stories of the world's very first esports tournament.We'll also be discussing how the Xbox Series S outsold the PS5 in Japan for the first time since 2014, how Activision...2022-05-271h 33

Gamers Roast PodcastEA Seeks Buyout, Nintendo Splats Cheaters, and PS Plus Updates! feat. Aaron Piper | GRP Episode 43Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Josh is out this week finalizing his move, so Aaron is back on the show to talk about a whole heap of gaming news! We start out with a new coffee all the way from Milwaukee: the Pabst Family Coffee! Then, we take a look at some questionable Sony decisions regarding their brand-new PlayStation Plus service rebrand. Then, Capcom may have dropped some hints that they're reviving old franchises, so...more Megaman? Then we take a look at Nintendo's interesting solution to an epidemic of online cheaters as they...2022-05-271h 07

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 22 - Wata Games Facing Federal LawsuitSend us a textTo the surprise of almost no one in the retrogaming sphere, game-grading company Wata Games is the target of a new US class-action lawsuit. The suit accuses Wata of "engaging in affirmative acts to manipulate the retro video game market" and of "engaging in unfair business practices." We discuss the allegations and what this could potentially mean for the future of the retrogaming secondhand market.We'll also be talking about how Saudi Arabia’s PIF now owns a 5% stake in Nintendo, the newly re...2022-05-201h 11

Gamers Roast PodcastStarfield Gets Delayed...Has Xbox Bit Off More Than They Can Chew? | GRP Episode 42Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! We've got a whole heap of news for you this week, but our main story is the recent announcement that Starfield has been delayed to early 2023. There's a lot of speculation that Xbox might be taking on more than they can handle with their recent set of studio acquisitions. In addition to all that, Wes has a roast on Meta for pointlessly blurring their brand-new VR headset, and the guys talk a little about a fascinating "de-make" of Portal that runs on, of all things, the...2022-05-1957 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 21 - It's On Like Donkey Kong: A Conversation With Rare's Kev BaylissSend us a textAny child of the '80s and '90s knows that these years were the golden age of Rare, the British video game development company. Kev Bayliss is the creator of Diddy Kong and a long-time game developer who has worked on some of the most iconic franchises in gaming history, including Battletoads, Killer Instinct, GoldenEye 007, Diddy Kong Racing, and more. He joins us to share stories of what it was like making games during this heyday....2022-05-131h 35

Gamers Roast PodcastCocaine in a Nespresso Factory, Xbox Goes Down for a Weekend, & LOTR Goes Mobile! | GRP Episode 41Good morning gamers, and thanks for joining us for another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! This week, we try two new coffees, the Simple Truth Organic Nitro Cold Brew and a Victor Allen Iced Latte! Then, we take a look at a BBC story about powder cocaine being smuggled through a Nespresso factory, giving a whole new meaning to "don't talk to me before I've had my coffee." And finally, we wrap up by talking about the recent Xbox service outage and EA's announcement of a new LOTR mobile game...although we may have gotten a bit off...2022-05-1256 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 20 - Square Enix Sells Western Studios To Embracer Group, Will Focus On Blockchain And Magic BeansSend us a textSquare Enix has been making major headlines this week, and unfortunately, it’s not because the pixel remasters of Final Fantasy 1 through 6 are finally coming to consoles. The Tomb Raider publisher has announced that it is selling several of its Western studios in order to focus on what it considers most important -- blockchain.Additionally, legendary game dev Yuji Naka has shared details about why he took Square Enix to court over Balan Wonderworld. We discuss our onc...2022-05-061h 09

Gamers Roast PodcastMinecraft Devs vs. NFTs, Star Wars in Elden Ring, and Square Enix Sells Tomb Raider! | GRP Episode 40Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Josh and Wes are both feeling the effects of a long day and week, but it's nice to be back with the GRP fam! This week, we sample a new coffee from Gold Coffee Company. Then, Wes looks at an underrated war between some former Minecraft developers and the up and coming NFT culture. Then, we talk a little about Square Enix selling some beloved properties to fund blockchain purchases. And finally, we look at a new Elden Ring PC mod that allows you to play as everyone's favorite...2022-05-0557 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 19 - Sony's PlayStation Plus To Require 2 Hour Game TrialsSend us a textIt seems Sony will be making a few other changes to go along with its newly revamped PlayStation Plus subscription service. The company announced this week that any game costing $34 or higher must have an accompanying game trial that lasts for at least 2 hours. Additionally, the notoriously anti-game preservation company has just launched a new game preservation team. We examine these two surprisingly player-centric moves and suspect that all is not quite as positive as it initially seems.We'll also be discussing how Twitch is...2022-04-291h 12

Gamers Roast PodcastApp Store Forces Updates, Ubisoft Potential Buyout, and Future Console Speculations! | GRP Episode 39Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Wes returns after his theatrical excursion to try the infamous Death Wish Coffee with Josh! Then, Wes returns to his favorite hobby: roasting giant corporations, with a roast on Apple for a new policy that forces app developers to keep updating their apps for years to come. Then, Josh talks about a few companies that seem to be eyeing Ubisoft for a potential buyout. Finally, the duo descend into a discussion of what a potential outsider company could do with a new console separate from the Big Three of...2022-04-2853 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 18 - Dear Sony and Microsoft, No One Wants In-Game AdsSend us a textRemember a time before microtransactions? Yeah, neither do we. That's why the news that Microsoft and Sony are considering including ads in Xbox and Playstation games has us more than a little nervous. Is this intrusion into our games the inevitable future? Or do gamers still have a voice that rings stronger than corporate greed?We'll also be discussing the apparent leak of a Nintendo Switch Game Boy emulator, the newly announced Sonic Origins, and the upcoming Streets...2022-04-221h 16

Gamers Roast PodcastPlaydate Reviews, Waiting on the Witcher, and Ads in FTP Games! Feat. Zealotos | GRP Episode 38Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Wes is out this week auditioning for a local theatre production, but Josh Garcia is back to take his place! This week, the duo discuss the delay of The Witcher 3's next gen upgrade. Then, they talk a little more about Panic's Playdate handheld console that we first discussed way back in the early days of the show before finally talking about Microsoft's audacity to add advertisements into their free-to-play games. Thanks for joining us! News Sources: The Witcher 3 Next-Gen Upgrade Delayed Panic...2022-04-2152 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 17 - Activision Blizzard News: It's Not ALL Bad??Send us a textThanks to numerous allegations of misconduct and abuse, Activision Blizzard has been a mainstay in the headlines for the last year. This week was no different, except... it's only PARTIALLY bad news?? We look at the recent goings-on at the embattled company, including the move to give 1,100 QA testers full-time jobs and higher base pay, the newly hired chief diversity, equity, and inclusion officer, and reports that the California governor has been interfering in the Activision Blizzard lawsuit.We'll also be...2022-04-151h 12

Gamers Roast PodcastIt's All About the Taste! More Insider Coffee Knowledge feat. David Taylor of Blue Lion Coffee Roaster| GRP Episode 37Good morning gamers, and thanks for joining us for another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! We start out with ANOTHER vanilla espresso drink from Kroger's Private Selection. Then, we've got another special guest this week: Mr. David Taylor of Blue Lion Coffee Roaster in Pierceton, IN. He talks about his journey as a roaster, what he looks for in a coffee, and some more inside knowledge about the process, including why civet poop coffee tastes...surprisingly good. Finally, Wes roasts a gaming bed that just looks...really sad. Thanks for joining us this week! Coffee Reviewed 2022-04-1443 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 16 - E3 2022 Canceled: Is This The End Of E3?Send us a textE3's efforts last year to keep its showcase alive in digital form in the midst of a global pandemic were lackluster at best. Perhaps then it's not all that shocking to hear the event is canceled completely this year -- both in-person and digitally. One question remains, however: does it even matter? In a world that now thrives on digital showcases by the likes of Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft, do we really need an event such as E3? And can E3 2022-04-081h 15

Gamers Roast PodcastAvengers Tells Players to Start Over, Gamer Beats Elden Ring With Zero Damage, and More Starfield Leaks! | GRP Episode 36Good morning gamers, and thanks for joining us for another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! It's just Josh and Wes in the studio this week, just like the old days, but we've still got some news to share with you this week! We start out by taking a sip of the 7-Select Vanilla Cold Brew Coffee, which we purchased, ironically enough, from Speedway. Then, Wes roasts Square Enix for their ridiculous fix to a crashing problem in the Avengers game. Then, the duo are baffled by a player's no damage run of Elden Ring, completed in just under...2022-04-0746 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 15 - A New Foe Has Appeared! Sony's Revamped PlayStation Plus SubscriptionSend us a textFor years, Microsoft's Game Pass has been the king of video game subscription services. The internet has long been filled with chatter over if/when Sony's PlayStation would throw its hat in the ring and challenge Xbox on its home turf. Today, we have that answer. Sony unveiled its all-new PlayStation Plus subscription service. We dive into the details to see if it's a worthy competitor to Game Pass.We'll also be discussing The Legend of Zelda: Breath...2022-04-011h 09

Gamers Roast PodcastFortnite Supports Ukraine & Twitter Roasts the Wrong Will Smith! Feat. Gerard Hall (mystery23548) | GRP Episode 35Note: We want to apologize for the poor audio quality on Wes' end this week. The problem will be sorted out for next week! Good morning gamers, and welcome to the Gamer's Roast Podcast! This week, we're excited to welcome another guest onto the show: Gerard Hall, aka mystery 23548. Gerard has been a supporter of the show for a couple months, and we're excited to welcome him on as we talk the biggest Oscar drama yet, a sad headline about the death of Coffee Talk's creator, and some uplifting news about Gamers vs. Cancer and Fortnite donating...2022-03-3150 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 14 - Yeah, Science! Rage Quitting Video Games Is Actually Good For YouSend us a textFor decades, governments and media have made video games a scapegoat for the ills of modern society, and violence in games is blamed for all kinds of real-life violence. But what does the science say? You may be surprised to learn that violence in video games isn't the problem at all, and that rage quitting is actually...healthy!We also discuss the Intellivision Amico's new official unboxing video, how the Witcher 4 director is promising there will be no crunch "on my watch," and the PS5...2022-03-251h 28

Gamers Roast PodcastExploding Wiis, Antitrust Laws, and Hogwarts Legacy! Feat. Zealotos! | GRP Episode 34Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! This week, we're thrilled to welcome Joshua Garcia, aka Zealotos, onto the show! Josh has been a supporter of the podcast for a good while now, and it was a blast to finally have him on the show to talk games, industry monopolies, Wii timebombs, and more! Hope you're ready for a killer episode! Josh Garcia (Zealotos) Coffee Reviewed News Sources: Wii and DSi Users Can't Redownload Old Games Nintendo Announces Wiis Will Explode (Satire) 2022-03-241h 13

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 13 - Pretend To Be Shocked: Facebook Gaming Overrun By ScamsSend us a textFacebook Gaming was supposed to be the social media giant's answer to Twitch. Four years after its launch, however, it's a weird wasteland of diet pill ads and sketchy viewership stats. What went wrong... aside from, well, everything? We look at the head-scratcher that is the current state of Facebook Gaming, as well as discuss what it would take to turn the service around.We'll also be talking about how Elden Ring sold over 12 million copies in 18 days, the upcoming opening of ...2022-03-181h 11

Gamers Roast PodcastPoop Speedruns, Uncharted Movie Opinions, and Gotham Knights Hype! | GRP Episode 33Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! This week, we start out the show with a little bit of a different coffee-related review...Coffee Peeps, just in time for spring! Then, Wes shares a bit about his new favorite Dark Souls speedrun cateogry: the poop run. Then, the guys talk a little about their opinions on the Uncharted movie. Finally, we finish up with some more news about Hogwarts Legacy, the official Gotham Knights release date announcement, and what we've been playing this week. Thanks for joining us! Coffee Peeps 2022-03-1743 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 12 - "I'm Not Dead Yet!" A Conversation With Atari's Howard Scott WarshawSend us a textIn 1982, the video game adaptation of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial released for the Atari 2600 to commercial and critical failure. But is it really the worst game of all time? We sit down with Howard Scott Warshaw (the developer of Yars' Revenge, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and the infamous E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial) to learn more about the heyday of Atari and find out if there's any truth to that oft-repeated internet claim that E.T. caused the video...2022-03-111h 27

Gamers Roast PodcastAn Inside Look at Coffee Roasting! Feat. Regina Troyer of Refinery Coffee in Goshen, IN. | GRP Episode 32Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! This week, we've got a particularly coffee-focused conversation as we review some Tchibo coffee straight from Germany! Then, we invite Regina Troyer from the Refinery Cafe in Goshen, IN to the podcast! Regina's been a roaster for over 15 years, and she shares her insights from her time in the industry, as well as some tips for brewing your own best cup at home! After that, we take a quick look at a rather underhanded trick for Elden Ring players with very, very dark souls. It was...2022-03-1046 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 11 - I'm The Winner! Guinness Names Mario The Top Video Game Character Of All TimeSend us a textGuinness just announced their list of the Top 50 video game characters of all time based on the results of a public poll, and well... we have thoughts. We go over the list's snubs, surprises, and outright shocks. Does Mario really deserve to be #1? The answer is...it depends. We'll also discuss the newly announced Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet, the leaked pricing details for PlayStation's Spartacus subscription service, how Capcom has riled the FGC ...2022-03-041h 13

Gamers Roast PodcastSeries S Sales, Elden Ring Records, and PS Spartacus News! | GRP Episode 31Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer's Roast Podcast! Josh and Wes are back live again this week as we continue to test out our new format! This week, we talk about Sid Meier himself offering some wise words for game developers. Then, we look at Elden Ring's massive launch weekend sales and how it stacks up against some other high-profile 2022 releases. After that, we take a look at some more news that's come out about PlayStation's new Spartacus subscription service. Finally, we wrap up with some news about the Series S getting even more...2022-03-0347 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 10 - Sonic The Hedgehog 2, The Super Mario Bros. Movie, & Just Dance: The Good And The Bad Of Upcoming Video Game Movie AdaptationsSend us a textOne week (and $139 million) into the Uncharted movie's theatrical run, it seems that there's still a rabid audience for film adaptations of beloved video games. So get your popcorn ready because we're previewing eight upcoming titles. Some look good, some definitely look bad, and at least one is a real head-scratcher. We're also discussing Street Fighter 6's disastrous new Adobe stock image logo, the news that the Call of Duty franchise might not release a game in 2023, Sony Pictures CEO's bold claim that...2022-02-251h 19

Gamers Roast PodcastStarfield Goes NASA-Punk, VGHF Goes Off On Nintendo, & Cyberpunk 2077 Gets…Steamy? | GRP Episode 30Good morning gamers and welcome to episode 30 of the Gamer’s Roast Podcast! Trying out a new format this week: online and live! But while we may be in a new digital space, our news stories are just as weird as ever. We start out by talking about a rather…fan-service related addition to the new Cyberpunk 2077 1.5 patch. Then, we discuss Bethesda’s brand-new word they use to describe Starfield’s art style. Then, more news about Nintendo’s eShop closures and some backlash from the Video Games History Foundation. And finally, we talk a little about the new Uncharted...2022-02-2438 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 9 - Pour One Out For Nintendo's 3DS And Wii U eShop StoresSend us a textWe all knew the day was coming when Nintendo would close down the digital storefronts for its 3DS and Wii U consoles. However, it hurts a bit more to realize that up to 1000 digital-only video games will disappear forever as a result. The internet is alight with debates about games preservation, emulation, and piracy, and it seems like everyone has a (very strong) opinion. We attempt to navigate through the noise to see what's really at stake.We'll also be discussing how the original ...2022-02-181h 11

Gamers Roast PodcastOur 2022 Gaming Predictions! | GRP Episode 29Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer’s Roast Podcast! This week, we take a look at Sunergos Coffee straight from Louisville, KY! Then, for the Roast of the Week, Wes takes a shot at Nintendo in his ongoing on-again-off-again relationship with the video game giant. And finally, we cap off with some hot (and maybe not-so-hot) takes on our predictions for the gaming world in 2022. Thanks for joining us this morning, and enjoy! Coffee Reviewed News Sources: Nintendo Thanks Feds for Sending Hacker to Prison for 3 Years ...2022-02-1748 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 8 - The Nintendo Direct February 2022: Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Mario Strikers Battle League, And The Birth Of CarbySend us a textThe first Nintendo Direct of 2022 is finally here, and it was a whopper! We're going over every single announcement, including Xenoblade Chronicles 3, the Booster Course Pass for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Mario Strikers: Battle League, Fire Emblem Warriors: Three Hopes, Nintendo Switch Sports, and so much more (as well as the unfortunately named "Mouthful Mode" from Kirby and the Forgotten Land).We'll also be discussing Intellivision Amico's nearly $8.5 million debt load, how the US government w...2022-02-111h 18

Gamers Roast PodcastCreepy Animal Crossing Glitch, a $480K Madden Game, and New Game Pass Changes | GRP Episode 28Good morning gamers, and welcome to another episode of the Gamer’s Roast Podcast! It’s a little more laid-back of an episode this week as we take a look at some questionable Oreo iced coffee. Then, Wes takes a break from his truly angry roasts and laughs at an unfortunately creepy glitch in an otherwise cute and casual game. Finally, we take a look at an original John Madden football game that sold for an insane price, and at some surprisingly pro-consumer choices Microsoft is making about its Game Pass subscription service. Thanks for joining us, and happy earl...2022-02-1048 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 7 - Why Did Sony Buy Bungie?Send us a textJust when we'd started to wrap our heads around Microsoft's acquisition of Activision Blizzard, Sony announced they'd bought Bungie (maker of Destiny and Halo) for $3.6 billion. Considering the massive wheeling and dealing that's being done in the video game industry as of late, $3.6 billion almost seems like chump change. However, this purchase will inevitably have far-reaching effects on the world of gaming. Why did Sony really buy Bungie, and what does this mean going forward?2022-02-041h 01

Gamers Roast PodcastMinecraft NFT Rug-Pull, Blizzard’s New Survival Game, and More Star Wars Games! | GRP Episode 27Good morning gamers, and thanks for joining us on the first Thursday of February! This week, we’ve got another feel-good coffee for you from Rescue Roasters. Then…a not-so-feel-good story about a Minecraft NFT hoax. We also take a look at Blizzard’s newly announced multiplayer survival game, and our hopes for the world they’re creating. Finally, we take a look at some potential new Star Wars games, including a potential sequel to Jedi: Fallen Order. Thanks for hanging with us again! Coffee Reviewed News Sources: Minecraft NFT Game Disappears with More tha...2022-02-0347 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 6 - The King Of Sneak King: A Conversation With Wrestler Leroy PattersonSend us a textHow many copies of Burger King's 2006 advergame Sneak King is too many? For AEW wrestler and reality show stuntman Leroy Patterson, the limit does not exist. Leroy joins us to discuss his nearly 3,000 copies of Sneak King, what it's really like to be a contestant on Wipeout, and why being a game tester is the worst job ever (spoiler: it involves squirrel speak).We'll also be talking about Netflix's goal to be the "absolute best"...2022-01-281h 27

Gamers Roast PodcastBF2042 XP Farms, Phil Spencer in a Candy Shop, and More Netflix Gaming! Plus: Are PS5 Scalpers Entrepreneurs? | GRP Episode 26Good morning gamers, and welcome to another Thursday with the Gamer’s Roast Podcast! This week, we take a look at the Frosty-ccino from Wendy’s, and Wes engages in possibly his angriest Roast of the Week. Then, we talk about some crazy next-gen game file sizes and still more Battlefield 2042 game mode drama. And finally, we wrap up with a recap of Phil Spencer’s interview with the Washington Post, and what we think of his attitude about his new acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Thanks for hanging with us again this week! Coffee Reviewed News So...2022-01-2745 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 5 - The $75.5 Billion Flex: Microsoft Buys Activision BlizzardSend us a textMergers and acquisitions have been especially big business in the video game industry throughout the last year. Nevertheless, when Tuesday brought the news that Microsoft had agreed to purchase Activision Blizzard in an epic $75.5 billion all-cash deal, gamers the world over collectively said, "Holy #@*%!" We discuss the record-breaking buyout and what it might mean for the future of Activision Blizzard's troubled company culture (including CEO Bobby Kotick), as well as possible implications for the hobby we love.We'll...2022-01-211h 18

Gamers Roast PodcastBonus Episode: Xbox Buys ActiBlizz!! What Does This Mean for Game Pass?Hey gamers, and welcome to a special episode of the Gamer’s Roast Podcast! With today’s huge announcement that Xbox is buying Activision Blizzard for $70 billion, we knew we had to get an episode out for you guys! So join us as we dive down the rabbit hole of what this could mean for Game Pass, as well as what it means for Xbox’s biggest competitor: Sony! Intro and Outro Music: “Man Outta Town” by Forget the Whale https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Forget_the_Whale/you-me-talk-now/man-outta-town-instrumental-1Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0 ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) --- Sup...2022-01-1930 min

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 4 - Video Games Do What The Metaverse Don'tSend us a textThe metaverse is being touted as the do-all, be-all platform of the future where we will work, play, live, and get married. There's only one problem -- video games have already been offering all of that for years. So what's left for the metaverse to give us? Or better yet, do we really need a metaverse at all?We're also discussing the new Sega Sapporo studio led by the former Phantasy Star Online 2 producer, how Xbox's Phil Spencer is calling for a cross-platform...2022-01-141h 07

Gamers Week PodcastEpisode 1 - The NFT InvasionSend us a textWe’re excited to welcome you to the very first episode of Gamers Week Podcast! Like the name says, we analyze the best, worst, and weirdest headlines of the past week in the video game industry.Since it's our first episode, we take some time to introduce our three hosts, but if you want to get straight to the news, check out those sweet time codes to skip ahead. It feels like NFTs are the buzzword of the moment, especially when it comes to vi...2022-01-071h 10

Gamers Roast PodcastMerry Battlefield 2042 Reviews and Elden Ring First Impressions! Plus...COD on DK Bongos??Welcome in to the Gamers Roast Podcast! Tis the season!!! Get ready for a bunch of games coming out this year and chill with us this winter as we try and cover all of them that we can! Coffee Reviewed: https://commercial.keurig.com/beverages/dark-roast/afterburner%C2%AE-coffee/p/afterburner-coffee-k-cup-revv Source Articles: https://www.pcgamer.com/battlefield-2042-immediately-has-thousands-of-negative-reviews-on-steam/ https://www.metacritic.com/game/pc/battlefield-2042 https://www.ign.com/articles/battlefield-2042-review https://kotaku.com/call-of-duty-vanguard-player-headshots-opponents-with-1848132351 Intro and Outro Music: “the first blip blop noel” by The 8bitp...2021-12-0253 min

Gamers Roast PodcastHappy ThanksgivingThank you gamers for listening to our podcast, and for caring about it as much as we do! We hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving filled with lots of coffee, football, and of course games! See you next week! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamers-roast-podcast/support 2021-11-2500 min

Gamers Roast PodcastXbox 20th Anniversary Celebration, Feat, The Future of Halo's Campaign and Gucci Series X!Welcome into the Gamers Roast Podcast as we celebrate Xbox and the amazing 20 years that they have been around! We hope you enjoy this weeks episode of GRP! https://www.polygon.com/22778532/gucci-xbox-series-x-price-availability https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2021/10/06/xbox-adidas-anniversary-partnership/ Intro and Outro Music: “Man Outta Town” by Forget the Whale https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Forget_the_Whale/you-me-talk-now/man-outta-town-instrumental-1 Licensed CC BY-NC 4.0 ( https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/gamers-roast-podcast/support 2021-11-1846 min