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Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Big Delays and Bigger Dreams feat. InsipidGhost | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWith Starfield and Redfall officially delayed to 2023, Xbox's has lost its biggest games for the rest of the year. The Xbox and Bethesda Games Showcase is just weeks away, so what do we hope to see - and more importantly, what can we expect? Luke Lohr from Xbox Expansion Pass is here to talk all things Xbox in 2022 and beyond, along with expectations and dreams for this year's showcase! Follow Luke and subscribe to XEP: Twitter: https://twitter.com/InsipidGhost Subscribe to XEP: https://linktr.ee/InsipidGhost

2022-05-1549 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox Summer Showcase: What to Expect | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastMicrosoft has officially announced the Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase for June 12 at 10am PT. This event will share updates on upcoming games, debut new announcements, share new additions to Game Pass and more! 00:00 - Intro 01:59 - Xbox & Bethesda Games Showcase Announced 11:39 - Xbox shares record-breaking sales figures for Q1 18:04 - Warner Discovery interested in selling gaming division (REPORT) 22:37 - Skull & Bones gameplay leaked, teased by Ubisoft 25:56 - Activision-Blizzard shareholders approve acquisition 29:47 - Modern Warfare II logo shared by Infinity Ward 32:49 - New G...

2022-05-0140 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Certain Affinity Working on a Halo Infinite Battle Royale? | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastCertain Affinity is expanding its partnership with 343 to bring something "new and exciting" to the world of Halo - could it be the long-rumored debut of Battle Royale for the world of Halo? Windows Central's Jez Corden certainly thinks so! We're covering the new battle royale rumors, Microsoft's rumored ad platform for free-to-play games and more. 00:00 - Intro 01:42 - Microsoft developing ad platform for free-to-play games 07:19 - The Witcher 3 next-gen update delayed indefinitely 11:57 - Certain Affinity is making a Halo Battle Royale (Report) 20:25 - FloodFight comes to Ha...

2022-04-1732 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Unreal Engine 5 is INCREDIBLE | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastAfter this week's "State of Unreal" presentation by Epic Games, The Coalition has released a technical test that showcases just how impressive the visuals in Epic's newest engine are - and they are absolutely gorgeous. A new Gears of War is certainly on the way, but this tech gives a look at not only what's coming to Xbox, but to gaming as a whole in the years ahead. 00:00 - Intro 01:40 - Unreal Engine 5 officially released 08:34 - Max Payne 1 and Max Payne 2 are getting remakes by Remedy 11:58 - A new...

2022-04-1029 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Sony's Revamped PlayStation Plus | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastPlayStation has finally announced their long-rumored PlayStation Plus revamp. Bringing together PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now, the latest subscription model for Sony's service launches in June and will give users access to hundreds of first- and third-party games, along with classic games spanning, PS1, PS2, PS3, and PSP in addition to PS4 and PS5 games. How does PlayStation's new lineup compare to Xbox Game Pass? 00:00 - Intro 01:47 - PlayStation announces a new and improved PlayStation Plus 14:35 - Xbox Game Pass Family Plan Coming (Report) 18:57 - Senators call for deep...

2022-04-0334 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Head in the Clouds: Xbox at GDC 2022 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWith a new cloud-exclusive arm of its publishing division, Xbox is going all-in on the cloud at GDC 2022. We're breaking down the biggest news of the week, from cloud gaming and Game Pass to new technology from AMD set to make games on Xbox look and run even better. Enjoy! 00:00 - Intro 01:33 - Xbox announces cloud-exclusive publishing division 06:36 - Phil Spencer emphasizes importance of retail sales for Xbox 11:58 - AMD announces FSR 2.0 is coming to Xbox consoles 17:14 - Halo TV show impressions 21:33 - Suicide Squad...

2022-03-2739 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Is Perfect Dark in Trouble? | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastA new report suggests that roughly half of the team at The Initiative - including senior leaders - has left the company in the last year. With development on a reboot of Rare's Perfect Dark underway at the "AAAA studio," should players be concerned about the state of the game? 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - Tunic Hits Xbox Game Pass 05:02 - Shredders Talk 07:06 - Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy Talk 10:27 - ID@Xbox Showcase recap 12:44 - Mass departures at The Initiative 17:21 - Current and ex- Mo...

2022-03-2033 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The ID@Xbox Showcase Returns This Week | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastAn ID@Xbox Showcase is coming to /twitchgaming on March 16, giving players a look at some of the biggest new indie releases coming to Xbox in 2022! From TUNIC and Shredders to new announcements from publishing partners, stay tuned for plenty of announcements in this week's show! 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - ID@Xbox Showcase x /twitchgaming returns March 16 08:23 - Microsoft was the top publisher on Metacritic in 2021 11:41 - New details on Halo Infinite's ranked play 13:57 - Xbox shares info on Steam Deck compatibility 17:50 - Xbox's sustainability updat...

2022-03-1328 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The Future of Halo Infinite - Let's Talk Season 2 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastMarch 2022's Inside Infinite shared a look at what the team behind Halo Infinite is currently working on, outlining three priorities including basic fixes, Season 2 content, and looking ahead to campaign co-op, Forge, and Season 3. Unfortunately, there isn't as much content coming soon as many players would hope. 00:00 - Intro 01:54 - Elden Ring sales beat out Cyberpunk and Assassin's Creed Valhalla 08:36 - Treyarch brings WMD to Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War 10:37 - Microsoft improves PC and cloud gaming 17:12 - Halo Infinite Season 2 Details & Co-Op Dela...

2022-03-0635 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast New Details on PlayStation's Game Pass Competitor | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastLearn how to help the Ukranian people: https://www.npr.org/2022/02/25/1082992947/ukraine-support-help GamesBeat's Jeff Grubb has shared inside information on PlayStation's answer to Game Pass, codenamed Spartacus. The system is going to be a relaunch of PlayStation Plus featuring 3 tiers, each with their own set of perks at prices ranging from $10 to $16 per month. 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - How to Help the Ukraine 03:26 - Xhibition Intro 05:56 - New PlayStation Spartacus details 15:20 - Fallout New Vegas 2 Reportedly in Early Talks 17:56 - Call...

2022-02-2735 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Cyberpunk 2077 Has Officially Arrived | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastAfter a little over a year since the original release, Cyberpunk 2077's next-gen update is officially out now. Xbox Series X|S users automatically receive the next-gen update for free with their copy, but a 5-hour free trial is available now for anyone who wants to see if CD Projekt Red has redeemed themselves after a horrible launch. Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam YouTube: http://youtube.com/jampacksam

2022-02-2022 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox Explains the Future for Call of Duty | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastAfter weeks of community speculation, Microsoft has clarified that Call of Duty games will continue to exist on PlayStation after their acquisition of Activision Blizzard closes. This news comes as Microsoft enters into regulatory discussions with organizations around the world, ensuring that the acquisition doesn't qualify as a monopoly and that it leaves healthy competition among major players in tech and gaming. 00:00 - Intro 03:00 - Microsoft clarifies Call of Duty exclusivity 18:25 - Modern Warfare 2 and Warzone 2 confirmed 24:31 - CrossfireX is giving Game Pass a bad name 27:44 - M...

2022-02-1338 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Acquisition Wars: Sony Strikes Back | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastSony is officially acquiring bungie for $3.6B - it's a deal that has been in the works for quite some time, bringing Bungie under the PlayStation umbrella while still retaining its creative independence. Unlike Microsoft's recent Activision-Blizzard acquisition, Bungie will continue releasing games on competing platforms (for Destiny and for future IP). 00:00 - Intro 01:43 - Dying Light 2 Review Roundup 05:17 - Sony Buys Bungie for $3.6B 09:40 - Sony's Long-Term Strategy 13:01 - Grand Theft Auto V comes to Xbox Series X 14:44 - GTA V Next-Gen update comin...

2022-02-0631 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox's Record-Breaking Revenue for 2021 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastMicrosoft shared earnings this week, revealing that Xbox hit all-time high revenue of $16.28B in 2021 with an estimated 12M consoles sold to carriers. On top of hard-hitting hardware, new rumors and announcements are continuing to give players a look at the incredible experiences to come - including new Xbox exclusives. 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Record-breaking Xbox sales in 2021 06:24 - Certain Affinity is rumored to make a "Monster Hunter-inspired" Xbox exclusive 11:13 - Three Star Wars projects are coming from EA 14:19 - Crisis 4 confirmed to be in development 19...

2022-01-3033 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Microsoft's Massive Move on Activision-Blizzard | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastMicrosoft has announced that they are acquiring Activision-Blizzard in an all-cash deal valued at an estimated $69B. This will bring titles like Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, Diablo, and Overwatch under the Microsoft Gaming umbrella, and adds nine new studios to the Microsoft Game Studios family. 00:00 - Intro 01:57 - Microsoft acquires Activision-Blizzard for $69B 14:59 - Battlefield 2042 might go free-to-play 20:33 - Dying Light 2 gets a free next-gen upgrade 24:25 - New additions to Xbox Game Pass 26:41 - Outro Follow me on other...

2022-01-2327 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast How Strong is Xbox's 2022 Games Lineup? | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastStarfield and Redfall are on the way in 2022, along with a supposed release of Forza Motorsport 8. With Hellblade 2, Fable, and more all without release dates, just how strong is Xbox's lineup for the rest of the year. All eyes are on PlayStation's releases of Horizon: Forbidden West and God of War Ragnarok, so what is Xbox's strategy to compete? Edit: Gran Turismo is a fantastic seller for PlayStation, with over 80 million units sold to date. Sales for GT6 and GT Sport, the two most recent entries, declined as compared to previous games. I believe that my point...

2022-01-1632 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox Game Pass's HUGE Announcements to Kick Off 2022 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastMicrosoft kicked off 2022 with major additions to Xbox Game Pass, including Mass Effect Legendary Edition, Spelunky 2, and more, along with day one launches of Rainbow Six Extraction and Nobody Saves the World. It's a great first month for an incredible year of Xbox gaming ahead! 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Mass Effect, The Pedestrian, Spelunky 2, and more come to Game Pass 05:54 - Rainbow Six Extraction comes to Game Pass 07:57 - Ubisoft+ is coming to Xbox 11:16 - Nobody Saves the World is launching on Game Pass 13:09 - BioWare is "laser-focused" on building back community trust 19:13 - Xbox nail polish collab brings Forza Horizon 5 and Ha...

2022-01-0927 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Top 5 Xbox Games Coming in 2022 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastA new year means new games! This week's episode digs into the biggest Xbox games coming in 2022, from major Xbox console exclusives to new cross-platform games. There is plenty to look forward to, so sit back and enjoy! 00:00 - Intro 01:30 - Xbox Series S Impressions 03:20 - Battlefield 2042 06:51 - Starfield 09:43 - A Plague Tale: Requiem 11:59 - Hellblade 2: Senua's Saga 14:22 - Gotham Knights 17:33 - Tunic 19:37 - Outro Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date...

2022-01-0221 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Top 5 Xbox Moments of 2021 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWith 2021 winding down, we're looking back on the year to talk about five of the biggest moments in the world of Xbox! From E3's biggest announcements to Xbox Live Gold's cancelled price increase, these are some of the events that defined the year for the team at Xbox. Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam YouTube: http://youtube.com/jampacksam

2021-12-2625 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Sam Fisher Returns! A Splinter Cell Remake is On the Way | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastUbisoft has officially announced that a remake to 2002's Splinter Cell is officially on the way, marking the first new game in the series since 2013's Blacklist. From the return of Sam Fisher to in-game holiday events across Rocket League, Fortnite, and Halo Infinite, there is plenty to celebrate for the season! 🎅 Enjoy. 00:00 - Intro 01:36 - Splinter Cell Remake Announced 08:03 - Power On Xbox Documentary Reactions 11:37 - Halo Infinite Winter Contingency Event 12:42 - HCS Halo Infinite Weapon and Armor Coatings 15:10 - Rocket League Holiday Event

2021-12-1922 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The Biggest Announcements of The Game Awards 2021 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThe Game Awards 2021 was packed with major news and announcements, giving fans a look at what's coming in 2022 and beyond! From Hellblade 2 and Alan Wake 2 to Gears of War skins in Fortnite and major Game Pass additions, there was something for everyone during this year's awards! 00:00 - Intro 05:06 - Hellblade 2 Gameplay Trailer 06:52 - Star Wars Eclipse Announcement Trailer 08:13 - Alan Wake 2 Announcement Trailer 09:58 - Arc Raiders 12:35 - A Plague Tale: Requiem Trailer 14:25 - Somerville Gameplay Trailer 15:41 - Warhammer 40K Space Marine...

2021-12-1226 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast PlayStation Plans an Xbox Game Pass Competitor | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWith Xbox's success with Xbox Game Pass, a new PlayStation service is reportedly on the way to merge PlayStation Plus and PlayStation Now into a single subscription service. Codenamed "Spartacus", this service is rumored to launch in the spring with a catalog of modern and legacy PlayStation experiences. 00:00 - Intro 01:52 - PlayStation's answer to Xbox Game Pass 10:30 - EA plans a new direction for Battlefield 19:19 - Halo Infinite progression and playlist updates 25:37 - New Xbox Game Pass additions 30:36 - ID@Xbox Winter Game Event comin...

2021-12-0536 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Let's Unpack "Unpacking" with Wren Brier and Tim Dawson of Witch Beam! | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWren Brier and Tim Dawson of Witch Beam join me to talk all things Unpacking, a zen puzzle game that hides plenty of soul and story just below the surface. From the initial idea for the game to the sound design and storytelling, this week's Xhibition features a fantastic interview with two wonderful members of the team! Enjoy. Follow Wren, Tim, and Witch Beam! Wren: twitter.com/wrenegady Tim: twitter.com/ironicaccount Witch Beam: twitter.com/witchbeamgames Check out Unpacking, out now on Swi...

2021-11-2851 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast We're Living in the Golden Age of Xbox | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastFrom 70+ new backwards compatible games to Halo Infinite's surprise multiplayer beta, Xbox is bringing incredible experiences to celebrate their 20th anniversary! While we're celebrating the past, we're looking to the future with new Xbox exclusives and cloud gaming technology that is setting up 20 more incredible years of Xbox to come. 00:00 - Intro 02:10 - Halo Infinite's multiplayer launches early 04:46 - Halo Infinite campaign previews are out 06:19 - Xbox 20th Anniversary Celebrate recap 07:29 - Over 70 new backward compatible games 14:34 - Limited Edition controller talk 15:44 - Clou...

2021-11-2135 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of Xbox | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastNovember 15 marks 20 years since the release of Xbox and the launch of Halo: Combat Evolved! This week's episode of Xhibition features two guests, Luke Lohr (@InsipidGhost) of the Xbox Expansion Pass and Sean Capri (@seancapri) of The Xbox Drive, to talk 20 years of Xbox. From those first Xbox memories to the platform's fall and its massive comeback this generation, we're hitting the highlights to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Xbox! Follow Sean and Luke and subscribe to their shows below! Sean's Twitter: https://twitter.com/seancapri Luke's Twitter: https://twitter.c...

2021-11-141h 02

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Forza Horizon 5 Hits ~1M Players BEFORE Launch | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastForza Horizon 5 launches this week, marking one of the biggest releases of the year for Xbox! After about 7 hours of hands-on time through early access, let's talk Forza Horizon and how the latest entry in the world-class racing game franchise holds up. 00:00 - Intro 01:09 - Forza Horizon 5 player count and impressions 06:46 - Sega and Microsoft enter strategic partnership 10:49 - Skyrim 10th Anniversary Edition price revealed 13:03 - Halo Infinite Battle Pass Season 1 Revealed 21:00 - Halo Master Chief Collection 20th Anniversary cosmetics 26:41 - Call of Dut...

2021-11-0731 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The Return of Halo Infinite - Graig Looks Better Than Ever | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastLast week's surprise debut of the Halo Infinite campaign showed the improvements after a year-long delay pushed the Xbox exclusive into 2021. With the 20th anniversary of Xbox and Halo almost here, Infinite is shaping up to be the game that fans deserve to mark the occasion. 00:00 - Intro 01:50 - Halo Infinite Campaign Trailer Impressions 08:09 - Halo Master Chief Collection Halloween Update 09:05 - Skyrim Anniversary Edition Bonus Content 12:52 - Age of Empires 4 14:16 - Forza Horizon 5 Premium Edition upgrade deal for Game Pass subscribers 17:18 - iD S...

2021-10-3125 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The Fall Gaming Season is in Full Swing - BIG Xbox Releases for 2021 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastFrom Age of Empires IV in October and Forza Horizon 5 in November to Halo Infinite dominating December, the biggest season of the year for Xbox is on the way! With the 20th anniversary of Xbox on the way, this week's news is showing a promising celebration for players across console, PC, and even the cloud! 00:00 - Intro 01:10 - Forza Horizon 5 goes gold and BIG Xbox games on the way 11:17 - GTA Remastered Trilogy Officially Announced with San Andreas coming to Xbox Game Pass on Day One 15:24 - A new...

2021-10-2442 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad Impress at DC Fandome | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThis weekend's DC Fandome delivered news on everything from new TV shows and movie reveals to updates on some of the biggest DC games coming to next-gen consoles in the year ahead. Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League stole the show, with impressive showings from both of these 2022 titles. 00:00 - Intro 01:28 - Xbox Series X Mini Fridge is Officially Coming 07:37 - Gotham Knights at DC Fandome 10:19 - Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League at DC Fandome 15:27 - Minecraft Java and Bedrock Editions coming to G...

2021-10-1721 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Battlefield 2042 Open Beta Impressions | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThe Battlefield 2042 Open Beta is officially live across all platforms. Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members received early access through EA Play on October 6, giving millions the chance to dive in and see one of this year's biggest FPS games for themselves. With a mixed initial reception, Battlefield 2042 still has a lot to prove before its release in November. Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam YouTube: http://youtube.com/jampacksam

2021-10-0823 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Ghost Recon Frontline Brings a Spin on Battle RoyaleUbisoft has announced Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Frontline, a spin on the battle royale genre that brings objective-based gameplay into a massive free-to-play PVP shooter. While there have been many competitors in the battle royale space, it's been difficult for any team to compete as Call of Duty: Warzone continues to dominate. 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Battlefield 2042 Open Beta 02:43 - Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Frontline Announced 07:37 - Destiny 2: Beyond Light comes to Game Pass for PC 10:12 - Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Remaster Leaks 13:19 - Xbox Web S...

2021-10-0615 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox's BIG Plays in Japan at TGS 2021 | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastTokyo Game Show Online 2021 may not have brought groundbreaking news, but Xbox came to the show packed with not only Game Pass and cloud gaming announcements, but moves to show that they are here to win in Japan for years to come. With major investments in studios large and small, Microsoft is focused on making Xbox a more global name in the gaming space. 00:00 - Intro 01:25 - Xbox at TGS 2021 02:16 - Cloud Gaming launches in Australia, Japan, Brazil, and Mexico 04:05 - Xbox's Commitment to Japanese Creators 06:02 - Sc...

2021-10-0327 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Bluepoint Games is Officially a Part of PlayStationAfter years of remasters and remakes, PlayStation has officially acquired Bluepoint Games. As member of the PlayStation Studios family, Bluepoint is now working on "original content" rather than a direct remake of a previous game, marking a major leap for the company. 00:00 - Intro 01:00 - PlayStation Acquires Bluepoint Games 05:43 - Twisted Metal F2P Game Rumors 09:32 - Twitch testing "Boost" paid promotional feature 13:35 - Marvel's Avengers and Scarlett Nexus come to Xbox Game Pass 15:34 - Battlefield 2042 Beta Dates 17:24 - Outro

2021-10-0118 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Kena Dev is Exploring Other Platforms for "AA" PlayStation HitAfter massive success as a PlayStation exclusive, Ember Lab has said that it will "look into other platform releases" post-launch. While there's currently no timeframe for release, it looks like Kena will be making its way to other platforms in the near future. Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam YouTube: http://youtube.com/jampacksam

2021-09-2812 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The Perfect Pair for Perfect Dark | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThe Initiative is teaming up with Crystal Dynamics on the upcoming Xbox-exclusive Perfect Dark reboot. While early in development, Perfect Dark is the debut game from The Initiative, a member of the Xbox Game Studios family that has had its game marketed as a "AAAA" experience. So, can these two teams come together and deliver? 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - The Initiative and Crystal Dynamics Team Up for Perfect Dark 08:30 - Halo Infinite Technical Test 2 Impressions 14:43 - Halo Infinite BR Tweet from Ske7ch 16:40 - Xbox Microsoft Edge Updat...

2021-09-2625 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Quantic Dream is Making a Star Wars Game (Probably)Industry insiders have reported that Quantic Dream, the studio behind Detroit: Become Human and that is involved in ongoing legal issues over workplace misconduct, is nearly two years into development of a new Star Wars game. Details are sparse, but the game is said to be a large departure from the team's traditional quick-time-event approach. Quantic Dream Story: https://kotaku.com/what-we-ve-heard-about-a-quantic-dream-star-wars-game-1847708431 New Switch Controller: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/fcc-points-to-nintendo-switch-controller-announcement-this-week/ Halo Infinite Flighting: https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/news/inside-infinite-september-2021 Follow me on other platf...

2021-09-2213 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox's Project Indus and Project Cobalt Leaked In NVIDIA GeForce Now | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastTwo supposed Xbox exclusives, Project Indus and Project Cobalt, were found in last week's NVIDIA GeForce Now database leak. Project Indus comes from Oxide Games while Project Cobalt comes from inXile, giving players a look at two future Xbox exclusives. Read the original report from Windows Central's Jez Corden. 00:00 - Intro 02:13 - GeForce Now Database Leaks 05:56 - Master Chief Collection Season 8 and Update Shifts 12:57 - Xbox App on Windows 10 Updates 18:44 - 500GB Expansion Card Coming Soon? 22:46 - Outro

2021-09-1924 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast God of War Ragnarok Ending the Norse SagaSony Santa Monica's Creative Director, Cory Barlog, has shared that Ragnarok will conclude the Norse saga for Kratos and Atreus because of how long it takes to create a AAA God of War title. See the full interview on Kaptain Kuba's channel Why God of War Ragnarok Ends the Norse Saga via Eurogamer Battlefield 2042 Delayed via Twitter Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam YouTube: http://y...

2021-09-1714 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Nintendo FINALLY Adds Bluetooth Audio to the Switch!After 4 years, Nintendo has finally added the ability to add up to 10 Bluetooth audio devices to the Nintendo Switch with System Update 13.0. While this is welcome news... IT'S BEEN THERE THE WHOLE TIME?! Subscribe to the main channel: https://www.youtube.com/jampacksam Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jampacksam

2021-09-1514 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast PlayStation's Showcase and What It Means for Xbox | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastSony finally held their first big PlayStation Showcase in nearly a year, sharing more about upcoming releases on the PlayStation 5 and unveiling several notable titles including Spider-Man 2 and Wolverine from Insomniac Games. Now that we're building a release timeline for next-gen consoles, let's talk about PlayStation vs Xbox and how the generation is shaping up nearly one year in. 00:00 - Intro 02:27 - Arkane's Redfall screenshots leaked 05:13 - PlayStation's September Showcase Highlights 07:20 - PlayStation vs Xbox Next-Gen Releases by Klobrille 11:24 - KOTOR Remake Announced 14:40 - Alan Wa...

2021-09-1222 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast PlayStation's Smart Delivery Problem | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastSony has struggled with their cross-gen approach since the launch of the PlayStation 5, but this week's Horizon Forbidden West misstep takes the cake. Now that the company has backtracked, offering free Horizon Forbidden West upgrades from PS4 to PS5 for players, all future cross-gen titles will cost $10 to upgrade. With Xbox Smart Delivery simplifying the way that players upgrade to next-gen, PlayStation has a Smart Delivery problem that they have to address. 00:00 - Intro 01:58 - Horizon Forbidden West PS5 Upgrades 13:17 - New Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Games 16:23 - Xbo...

2021-09-0623 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox @ Gamescom 2021 - Hitting the Highlights | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastXbox showcased 2021's largest holiday releases during Gamescom 2021, delivering the long-awaited Halo Infinite release date alongside limited edition hardware celebrating the return of Master Chief and the 20th anniversary of Halo. Forza Horizon 5 stole the show, with showcases of the game's Cover Cars and a large 8-minute gameplay session showing off what players can expect. Indies are also at home on Xbox, with a collaboration with Humble Games bringing 10 smaller titles with big heart to Xbox Game Pass. Check out the top news from this week's show on today's episode of Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast!

2021-08-2932 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Halo Infinite Co-Op and Forge Are Delayed | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastAn August update from 343 announced that co-op campaign and Forge mode, two major staples within the Halo community, won't be available at launch for Halo Infinite due to development constraints. Rather than delaying the game from its Holiday 2021 window, 343 chose to push co-op and Forge out to Season 2 and Season 3 on Halo Infinite's Year 1 roadmap. 00:00 - Intro 01:23 - Halo Infinite Co-Op and Forge Delayed 08:09 - Xbox Series X 4K Dashboard Update 10:57 - Myst Comes to Xbox Game Pass on August 26 14:41 - There are SO m...

2021-08-2233 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox at Gamescom 2021 and Quakecon | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastTwo major events are on the horizon in the world of Xbox, with a dedicated Gamescom presentation and Quakecon both bringing major announcements in the world of Xbox and beyond. We're talking about these upcoming events, digging into Hades first impressions as the massive award-winning game makes breaks away from its Switch console exclusivity, and more! 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - Hades on Xbox: First Impressions 03:47 - New Game Pass games, Humankind on PC, and Game Pass for PC 06:49 - Twelve Minutes and Psychonauts 2 on Game Pass 08:25 - Quak...

2021-08-1529 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast The Ascent to Greatness | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWith the fall gaming season on the way, developers and publishers are giving groups of players the opportunity to try a wide variety of some of the year's largest games from Battlefield 2042 to Halo Infinite. Alongside games like Death's Door and The Ascent, that's making for quite an impressive end to the summer gaming season! Let's talk about what's coming soon to Xbox, new Game Pass additions, and some great promos happening now on the Xbox Marketplace. 00:00 - Intro 02:14 - Recent Xbox Games 08:41 - Upcoming Xbox Games 16:55 - /Twi...

2021-08-0829 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast How is the Halo Infinite Technical Preview? | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThe first Halo Infinite Technical Preview is now live, bringing one of this year's biggest Xbox exclusive games into the hands of players for the first time. After about 8 hours of playtime, I'm sharing my first impressions and hitting the highlights of what needs work, along with digging into the biggest Xbox news of the week. 00:00 - Intro 01:11 - Halo Infinite Technical Preview impressions 07:57 - PS5's SSD expansion issues 12:07 - Microsoft's Xbox results for FY2021 15:54 - Forza Motorsport 7 is being delisted in September 18:26 - Xbo...

2021-08-0121 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Halo Infinite Flighting - What's Coming in Round One | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThe latest Inside Infinite post for July 2021 digs into the highlights of Halo Infinite's flighting - starting as soon as next week. From the Bot Slayer mode to weapons and maps, we're talking through the biggest updates ahead of the flighting for Halo Insiders in the months ahead. Read all of the details in the latest Inside Infinite. 00:29 - Intro 01:50 - Death's Door Reviews 03:33 - Halo Infinite Flighting News

2021-07-2525 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Is Steam Deck the Perfect Xbox Handheld? | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastValve has officially revealed the Steam Deck, a new portable PC gaming device with roughly the power of half of an Xbox Series S. With a completely open and compatible platform, players will be able to install and play apps directly from Microsoft's Xbox App for PC on the go. While this portable device isn't for everyone, it's filling the gap and delivering the full Xbox PC experience on the go. 00:29 - Intro 02:05 - Ubisoft delays Rainbow Six Extraction and Rider's Republic

2021-07-1824 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Backbone One, Dark Souls 3 FPS Boost, and Assassin's Creed Infinity | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastAfter last week's coverage of the new Designed for Xbox mobile accessories, this week digs into the first impressions of Backbone One on iPhone 11 and how it's shaping a better mobile experience for the future of Xbox Cloud Gaming. We're digging into Dark Souls 3 FPS Boost capabilities, a new screen for on-the-go next-gen gaming on Xbox Series S, the new direction for Assassin's Creed, and more! 00:30 - Intro 01:19 - Backbone One Impressions 11:23 - Screen Kickstarter Xbox Series S accessory 16:53 - Dark Souls 3 FPS Boost 19:29 - Assassin's Creed I...

2021-07-1133 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast E3 2021: Teasers, Leaks, Sneak Peeks, and More | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastWe're just days away from the start of E3 2021. Let's look at the conference schedule so far, explore the pre-E3 announcements, and dig into the teases giving a look at what's coming later this week. A summer celebration of gaming kicks off this Thursday from Geoff Keighley's Summer Games Fest before E3 2021 officially begins Saturday, June 11! Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join Follow me on other platforms and sta...

2021-06-0622 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Why Halo Infinite NEEDS a Battle Royale ModeHalo Infinite is the most anticipated Xbox exclusive of 2021. With the success of Call of Duty Warzone, Fortnite, Apex Legends, and more, will there be a battle royale mode in Halo Infinite? While Slayer, Big Team Battle, and the rest of the iconic multiplayer modes are there for longtime fans, adding a Battle Royale mode into the mix entices new players and lays the foundation for the next generation of Halo fans to fall in love with the franchise for the first time. Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly...

2021-06-0307 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast "PS5 Has NO GAMES" - God of War Ragnarok and GT7 Are Coming to PS4PlayStation's Herman Hulst shared during an interview with the PlayStation Blog that the new God of War and Gran Turismo 7 would not be exclusive to the PlayStation 5... so why buy one? Let's take a mini episode of Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast to dig into the details on PlayStation's mixed messaging around next generation and try to piece together what their strategy is going forward. Support the channel and the content you love with a monthly channel Membership! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb4Hn--FteZWjwswcsRrTNg/join

2021-06-0310 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Xbox at E3 2021: Predictions, Hopes, and Dreams with Chris Shriver | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastThe Xbox and Bethesda press conference is official, streaming live on June 13th at 10am PT/1pm ET. Chris Shriver of The Platformers Podcast joins us to dig into our hopes, dreams, and predictions for Starfield, Elder Scrolls 6, Nintendo and Microsoft collaborations, Game Pass, and more. It's a packed show with plenty of hype ahead of the grand return of E3! Follow Chris on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SHRIVES93 Check out The Platformers Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-platformers-podcast/id1143324746

2021-05-301h 05

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Biomutant is BEST on Xbox at Launch | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastExperiment 101's Biomutant launches May 25, but new information from THQ Nordic shows that the PlayStation 5 version of the game is not the true next-generation experience, delivering a 1080p resolution running at 60fps upscaled to 4K. The Xbox Series X delivers a full native 4K60 experience for players. Timestamps: 00:30 - Intro 01:11 - Biomutant PS5 vs Xbox Series X 05:46 - Unhealthy Starfield hype and Starfield release date info 08:38 - Summer Game...

2021-05-2322 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Aliens: Fireteam Would Be PERFECT for Game Pass | Xhibition ExtrasAliens: Fireteam is set to launch this summer on PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC - but launching on Game Pass would be a game changer. Xbox Game Pass is a community building machine, instantly providing access to over 23 million players that are ravenous for new experiences, especially experiences from legendary sci-fi IP like Aliens. Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/jampacksam

2021-05-1906 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Starfield is an Xbox Console Exclusive | Xhibition: An Xbox PodcastGamesBeat's Jeff Grubb reports that Starfield will launch on Xbox and PC, following in line with Phil Spencer's statements that Bethesda games will launch where Game Pass exists. While the news is frustrating and angering PlayStation fans, it's part of Microsoft's larger strategy to bring more value to the Xbox ecosystem to compete more heavily in the new generation. Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date! Twitter: http://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: http://instagram.com/ja...

2021-05-1619 min

Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast Introducing Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast - Episode 0Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast is your guide to the world of Xbox featuring weekly news and interviews diving into Xbox, gaming, and the future of the industry. With a generation set to power our dreams, it's time to jump in to Xhibition. Follow and subscribe for updates on Xhibition and all things Xbox! YouTube: https://youtube.com/jampacksam Twitter: https://twitter.com/jampacksam Instagram: https://instagram.com/jampacksam T...

2021-05-1504 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Microsoft Cuts Xbox Live Gold from Free-to-Play Games for Alpha Skip Ahead | The Jampack Report 3.25.21After announcing the move earlier this year, Microsoft is now testing free multiplayer - no Xbox Live Gold membership required - for free-to-play games like Warzone, Fortnite, and Apex Legends. Here are today's stories: - Microsoft makes Xbox Party Chat free as part of its Xbox Live free-to-play changes - Brad Rossetti on Twitter - ANNOUNCING ROCKET LEAGUE SIDESWIPE FOR MOBILE - Steam Next Fest ...

2021-03-2514 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Amazon Games Announces New Studio Developing New Multiplayer Game | The Jampack Report 3.24.21Amazon has announced a new development studio based in Montreal, Canada. Amazon is currently building out the time, hiring for multiple positions. The studio’s first project will be an online multiplayer title based on new IP. Here are today's stories: - Amazon Games Opens Development Studio in Montreal - GameStop misses earnings, names new COO, focuses on digital - Genshin Impact Races Past $1 Billion on Mobile in Less Than Six Months ...

2021-03-2414 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Microsoft in Talks to Acquire Discord for Over $10B (REPORT)| The Jampack Report 3.23.21A report early Monday from VentureBeat suggested that Discord was being considered for an acquisition, with Bloomberg later reporting that Microsoft is in talks to acquire the gaming-centric communication platform for $10B. Here are today's stories: - Microsoft in talks with Discord over $10 billion-plus acquisition: report - Microsoft rebrands Xbox Live to Xbox network - Nintendo's upgraded Switch may use NVIDIA DLSS for 4K gaming - 'Resident Evil V...

2021-03-2323 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Gotham Knights Delayed to 2022 | The Jampack Report 3.22.21WB Games Montreal's Gotham Knights has been delayed to 2022. The announcement was made via Twitter, with the company saying that the delay was "to deliver the best possible experience for players." Here are today's stories: - Gotham Knights Delayed - Marvel's Avengers: Spider-Man Being Developed, But Not Coming Before Black Panther - It looks like Battlefield 6 might get revealed in May - Wait, Is Microsoft Suddenly About To R...

2021-03-2214 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Square Enix Presents Spring 2021 Recap | The Jampack Report 3.19.21Square Enix Presents is a new Direct-style seasonal presentation from Square Enix sharing more details on their upcoming roster of releases. Alongside the reveal of Life is Strange: True Colors and a remastered collection of the first two games, Project Athia received its full official name, Forspoken, and brief gameplay showcasing what players can expect. Here are today's stories: - SQUARE ENIX PRESENTS: Here’s everything we showed - Welcoming Evo into the PlayStation Family ...

2021-03-1924 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast PlayStation's Play at Home Brings 10 Free Games This Spring | The Jampack Report 3.18.21Sony Interactive Entertainment President and CEO Jim Ryan shared that 10 new games will be given away during March and April, spotlighting independent developers while also giving players Horizon Zero Dawn Complete Edition from Guerrilla Games. Here are today's stories: - Play at Home 2021 update: 10 free games to download this Spring - EA Play is Coming to PC for Xbox Game Pass Members Starting Tomorrow - Epic Games Store Social Update ...

2021-03-1818 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast PlayStation Announces Haven, a New Studio Led by Jade Raymond | The Jampack Report 3.17.21PlayStation has announced Haven, a new Montreal-based independent studio led by industry veteran Jade Raymond. Raymond was most recently VP at Google Stadia, leading Google's first-party development efforts before the company chose to shift towards supporting third-party partners rather than build out unique exclusive experiences for their cloud gaming platform. Here are today's stories: - Introducing Haven, a new Montreal-based independent studio - Blizzard cuts 50 employees in move to reduce its esports business ...

2021-03-1719 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Outriders is Coming to Game Pass at Launch | The Jampack Report 3.16.21Upcoming third-person RPG "Outriders" is officially coming to Xbox Game Pass when it launches on April 1. Here are today's stories: - Outriders is Coming to Xbox Game Pass on Day One - Five Legendary Bethesda Titles Get the FPS Boost Treatment on Xbox Series X|S Today - Undertale Lands on Xbox Game Pass March 16 - The Outer Worlds 1.07 Update Introduces 60 FPS Support on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X

2021-03-1614 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Dying Light 2 Development Update Announced | The Jampack Report 3.15.21@DyingLightGame has announced that a Dev Update is coming this Wednesday, March 17, to share more about Dying Light 2's development progress. Here are today's stories: - Dying Light 2 Dev Update Coming - PS5 is the fastest-selling hardware platform in US history, NPD Group reports - Best Selling Video Games, February 2021 - Xbox Game Pass Outriders Tease - Some Bethesda games now on Xbox Ga...

2021-03-1515 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Bethesda Games Will Be Exclusive to "Platforms Where Game Pass Exists" | The Jampack Report 3.12.21During a Bethesda Roundtable event on Thursday, Phil Spencer provided the most straightforward answer to date on the exclusivity of future Bethesda releases, saying that “if you’re an Xbox customer, the thing I want you to know is, this is about delivering great EXCLUSIVE GAMES for you, that ship on platforms where Game Pass exists, and that’s our goal.” Here are today's stories: - Bethesda Joins Xbox - Roundtable - Xbox Confirms Summer Event, Will Include More Beth...

2021-03-1214 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Forza Horizon is One of the Most-Played Racing Franchises on Steam | The Jampack Report 3.11.21After launching on Steam earlier this week, Forza Horizon 4 has pushed the franchise to one of the most-played racing franchises on the platform with a peak concurrent player count of 14,609. Here are today's stories: - @ForzaHorizon on Twitter - @BenjiSales on Twitter - It Just Got Easier to Discover Games on Xbox in Your Preferred Language - One Year of Warzone Fol...

2021-03-1108 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Bethesda Officially Joins Team Xbox | The Jampack Report 3.10.21A post on the Xbox Wire from Phil Spencer, Head of Xbox, celebrates the company's acquisition of ZeniMax Media and its eight development studios that will continue creating incredible gaming experiences, "including some new titles in the future that will be exclusive to Xbox and PC players." Here are today's stories: - Officially Welcoming Bethesda to Team Xbox - March Xbox Update Rolls Out with the Upcoming Launch of the Xbox Wireless Headset ...

2021-03-1011 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Xbox and Bethesda Announcement Coming March 11 (REPORT)| The Jampack Report 3.9.21VentureBeat's Jeff Grubb reports that Microsoft is planning a shared Xbox and Bethesda "video presentation" on March 11, coming just days after their ZeniMax acquisition was approved by the European Commission. Here are today's stories: - Xbox and Bethesda will talk this week about what the acquisition means - V1 Interactive is officially closing its doors Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date!

2021-03-0905 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Microsoft's Bethesda Acquisition Approved by the EU | The Jampack Report 3.8.21The Eurpoean Commission has approved Microsoft's acquisition of ZeniMax Media, bringing Bethesda Game Studios, Arkane, MachineGames, id Software, and more into the Xbox family. Here are today's stories: - Microsoft’s Bethesda acquisition approved by the EU - Microsoft starts testing Edge Chromium browser on Xbox - Watch Dogs: Legion multiplayer runs into issues and delays Follow me on other platforms and stay up to date...

2021-03-0808 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Valve Ends Development on Artifact, the DOTA 2 Card Game | The Jampack Report 3.5.21Valve informed fans that they would be ending development on the 2018 card game, Artifact, via a post on Steam. The company said that a low player count, even after the relaunch of the game through Anthem 2.0, led the company to decide to cease development. The game is now entirely free to play with no microtransactions, providing all players access to the full DOTA 2 card game experience. Here are today's stories: - The Future of Artifact - Diablo 2 Resurrected le...

2021-03-0506 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast New Nintendo Switch Will Support 4K, Feature OLED Screen | The Jampack Report 3.4.21A new report from Bloomberg's Takashi Machizuki and Sohee Kim shares more details about Nintendo's revised model of the Nintendo Switch, reported to launch this holiday season. The new device will feature a 7-inch OLED screen with a 720p resolution in handheld mode with 4K support while docked. Production is reported to begin in June with a potential release window for Holiday 2021. Here are today's stories: - Nintendo Plans Switch Model With Bigger Samsung OLED Display - Zynga acquires Echtra Games...

2021-03-0412 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Epic Games Buys Fall Guys Developer Mediatonic | The Jampack Report 3.3.21Epic Games has acquired Tonic Games Group, bringing the creators of the jelly bean parkour game into the Epic Games family. The companies made the announcement via a blog on the Epic Games website while confirming via a separate blog by Mediatonic's community manager that the future of Fall Guys would not be shifted negatively by the move. Here are today's stories: - Tonic Games Group, Makers of 'Fall Guys', Joins Epic Games - MEDIATONIC JOINS THE EPIC GAMES FAMILY ...

2021-03-0316 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Need for Speed Delayed, Criterion Shifted to Support Battlefield 6 | The Jampack Report 3.2.21Electronic Arts has pushed Criterion Games' new Need for Speed title by a year, shifting the team into a support role to help DICE finish development of Battlefield 6. EA's Chief Studios Officer spoke with Polygon, sharing that they had consulted with both Criterion and DICE before shifting the development strategy to ensure that it would be the right move to make. Battlefield 6 is set for a full reveal this spring ahead of its Winter 2021 launch. Here are today's stories: - EA delays new Need for Speed, sh...

2021-03-0209 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Big Announcements for Pokemon's 25th Anniversary | The Jampack Report 3.1.212021 marks the 25th anniversary of Pokemon, with plenty of new games and celebrations on the way to mark the occasion! Friday's Pokemon Presents Nintendo Direct showcased plenty of announcements, but three major standouts were Pokemon Legends Arceus, Pokemon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, and a release date for New Pokemon Snap! We're digging into these highlights and hitting the rest of the gaming news on today's show! Here are today's stories: - Biggest Pokemon Direct Announcements From 25th Anniversary Stream - E...

2021-03-0121 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade Brings PS5 Enhancements, New DLC | The Jampack Report 2.26.21We're hitting the highlights of Sony's first State of Play for 2021, bringing news on the biggest releases coming to PS4 and PS5 consoles around the world in the months ahead! Here are today's stories: - State of Play February 2021: the complete recap - Oddworld: Soulstorm arrives on PS4 and PS5 April 6 - Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade arrives on PS5 June 10, 2021 - Two FFVII mobile games are on the way, including a...

2021-02-2613 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Anthem NEXT is Officially Cancelled | The Jampack Report 2.25.21After Bloomberg's Jason Schreier reported that EA executives were reviewing progress on the revitalization of BioWare's Anthem, an official statement has confirmed that the company has decided to stop any new development on the game while continuing to provide the Anthem live service as it exists today. Here are today's stories: - Anthem Update - PUBG: New State Announced - New Games with Gold for March 2021 - PREPARE FOR LAUNCH: BLACK OP...

2021-02-2515 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast PSVR 2, PlayStation Exclusives Come to PC, and State of Play Returns | The Jampack Report 2.24.21We're packed with PlayStation news on today's episode of The Jampack Report, with news on a new PlayStation VR headset, Days Gone making the jump to PC this spring with more exclusives on the way, and the return of State of Play slated for tomorrow! Here are today's stories: - State of Play returns this Thursday, February 25 - Introducing the next generation of VR on PlayStation - More PlayStation exclusives are coming to PC, starting with Da...

2021-02-2416 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 Delayed, Lead Devs Removed | The Jampack Report 2.23.21Paradox Interactive has shared that not only has Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 been delayed out of 2021, but Hardsuit Labs has been removed as lead developer and pre-orders for the game have been halted. Here are today's stories: - Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2 Delayed Past 2021, Developers Removed From Project, Preorders Halted - Watch Dogs Legion online multiplayer modes – finally – land in March - Cuphead and Mugman Come to Fall Guys - Doom Eterna...

2021-02-2309 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast The Biggest News from BlizzConline 2021 | The Jampack Report 2.22.21BlizzConline 2021 was held over the weekend, bringing big announcements for every major Blizzard title including World of Warcraft, WoW Classic, Overwatch 2, Diablo IV, and more! Here are today's stories: - Everything that happened at BlizzConline 2021's keynote - Xbox is reportedly putting on a Bethesda showcase next month in March - ROUND ONE: STREET FIGHTER’S RYU AND CHUN-LI SQUARE OFF IN FORTNITE - Soulja Boy Is Planning on Releasing Another Vid...

2021-02-2209 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Not One, But TWO New Silent Hill Games? | The Jampack Report 2.19.21Silent Hill fans have had an exciting day. After Bloober Team teased that they've been working for more than a year on a horror IP with a "very famous gaming publisher," leading many to believe that this meant a revival of Konami's horror franchise. However, VGC's sources shared that a Japanese developer has taken on the project - but other sources have shared that two projects are in the works, meaning that all of the above could be at work on Silent Hill. Here are today's stories: - Bloober T...

2021-02-1910 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast February 2021 Nintendo Direct Recap | The Jampack Report 2.18.21Nintendo held their first Direct presentation since September 2019, bringing plenty of announcements that brought mixed results from the community. The largest announcements included the Splatoon 3 reveal, Skyward Sword HD, and the return of Mario Golf, but it's now nearly guaranteed that more Directs will be coming in the months ahead to celebrate the 35th anniversary of The Legend of Zelda. Here are today's stories: - Here's everything Nintendo announced during its 50-minute Direct - Making Backward Compatible Games Even Better with FP...

2021-02-1812 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Marvel's Avengers Gets a Next-Gen Upgrade on March 18 | The Jampack Report 2.17.21Square Enix's live service superhero experience, Marvel's Avengers, is getting an upgrade for next-generation hardware on March 18. The update comes alongside the addition of Hawkeye to the hero roster, fleshing out the game's ongoing narrative and enticing new players to dive into the game that lost momentum shortly after launch. Here are today's stories: - Nintendo Direct coming today - Marvel's Avengers PS5, Xbox Series X versions finally launch next month - After another delay, Amazon's 'N...

2021-02-1713 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Rainbow Six Quarantine is Getting a Name Change | The Jampack Report 2.16.21New assets uploaded to the PlayStation Network and found by Multiplayer First revealed a new name for Rainbow Six Quarantine - Rainbow Six Parasite. However, shortly after recording, Ubisoft shared that this name was being used for internal playtesting purposes and was not the final name for the game. Another announcement will be shared soon to provide more information on the future of the game. Here are today's stories: - Report: Rainbow Six Quarantine renamed Parasite as pandemic looms large - Report: Rainbow Six Qu...

2021-02-1613 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Xbox Cloud Gaming on for iOS and PC is Coming Soon | The Jampack Report 2.15.21New reports from Thurott's Brad Sams and The Verge's Tom Warren share more information about Microsoft's Xbox Cloud Gaming experience for browsers, opening up the cloud gaming experience to millions of devices around the world. There is no ETA, but Sams reports that the project has moved to internal testing with employees at Microsoft, often one of the final steps before new products and services are sent to a full public preview. Here are today's stories: - Xbox Cloud Gaming for the PC Moves Closer Towards Release

2021-02-1509 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast DICE LA is Back on Battlefield | The Jampack Report 2.12.21DICE LA has returned to work on the Battlefield franchise, according to Creative Design Director Justin Weibe on Twitter. Weibe sent followers on a guessing game of which franchise the team was working on, ultimately leading back to the Battlefield franchise. Respawn's Vince Zampella was put in control over the company, announcing that the team was working on an entirely new "as-yet-unannounced" game, meaning that the team has either expanded their development capacity beyond individual games or have pivoted back to the mothership. Here are today's stories: - DICE L...

2021-02-1216 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast PS5 Players Are Reporting Drift on DualSense Analog Sticks | The Jampack Report 2.11.21Some PlayStation 5 users have reported that analog sticks on Sony's DualSense controller are drifting. According to Kotaku, these reports started as early as 10 days after the release of the PlayStation 5 last year. While the extent of these issues is still yet to be determined, CSK&D, LLC is "investigating" a class action lawsuit. Edit: Microsoft's "Vault" will not be a long-term name used by the company. A document released by the EU shares that “Following this merger, Vault will cease to exist and ZeniMax will survive, as a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft.”

2021-02-1114 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast CD Projekt Red Hit By Massive Cyberattack | The Jampack Report 2.10.21The studio behind The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, Cyberpunk 2077, and more has been the victim of a cyberattack. The company made the announcement on Twitter, sharing the letter left by the attacker alongside an official company statement. Along with sensitive HR, legal, and financial documents, the attackers have also obtained full source code for The Witcher 3, Cyberpunk 2077, and Gwent. CD Projekt Red has said that they will not give into the demands of the attacker and will instead take the risk of sensitive data being released to the public. Here are today's stories:

2021-02-1013 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast E3 2021 is Going Digital This Summer (REPORT) | The Jampack Report 2.9.21According to pitch obtained by VGC, the ESA plans to bring back the annual Electronic Entertainment Expo with a digital event spanning three days between June 15 and 17 in addition to a week-long buildup of coverage from publishers, influencers, and media personnel. The future of the gaming industry summit has been called into question in recent years after many big-name publishers and platform holders have stopped attending, opting rather to host their own events independently rather than pay the fees to be included in a conference series that many consider to be archaic. Last year's show was cancelled due to...

2021-02-0918 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast 343 Industries Teases "New Place to Play" For Master Chief Collection | The Jampack Report 2.8.21An upcoming test flight for Halo: The Master Chief Collection may include a "new place to play", sending guesses flying as to where the legendary bundle of Halo titles is going to land. My personal take - iOS Cloud Gaming testing is likely ramping up soon with their new browser-based solution that was teased last fall. Here are today's stories: - Halo: Master Chief Collection may get "a new place to play" in upcoming Halo Insider flight https://www.halowaypoint.com/en-us/forums/243780d3b80b4bb6ac...

2021-02-0808 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Call of Duty Drives Record-Breaking Year for Activision-Blizzard | The Jampack Report 2.5.21A new financial report sharing Activision-Blizzard's FY 2020 and Q4 2020 figures, revealing that Call of Duty revenue nearly doubled year-over-year. While revenue was up, engagement across platforms and titles was down between 3 and 9 percent depending on the section of the company. Here are today's stories: - Call of Duty drives record year for Activision Blizzard - Benji Sales Resident Evil 3 Report - ZeniMax Co-Founder Robert A. Altman has died Follow me on other platforms and stay up to da...

2021-02-0511 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Valve Loses Steam Controller Patent Lawsuit | The Jampack Report 2.4.21Valve has lost a lawsuit from Ironburg Inventions, parent company of SCUF Gaming. Valve will pay at least $4M in damages to the company after a jury unanimously voted that Valve's use of back paddle technology on its Steam Controller was willful patent infringement. SCUF Gaming has had a patent for the back paddle technology since 2011 when the controllers made the scene and provided additional functionality to enthusiast players willing to pay a premium for a controller with additional bells and whistles to enhance gameplay. Here are today's stories: ...

2021-02-0410 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Sony Sells 4.5 Million PS5s in Less than 2 Months | The Jampack Report 2.3.21Sony's Q3 financial report revealed that the company has sold 4.5 million PlayStation 5 units in less than two months, driving the company's Game and Network Services division up to $8.4 billion in revenue, a 25% increase over the same time period the year before. The report also disclosed that the console is selling at a loss, though strong software sales of ¥433 billion offset those losses. The latest projections from Sony show that the company is on track to have its most successful year on record with an estimated $25 billion in revenue and $3.2 in operating profit. Here are to...

2021-02-0320 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Google is Shutting Down Its Internal Stadia Development Teams | The Jampack Report 2.2.21Roughly 18 months into the life of Stadia, Vice President and GM of Google Stadia Phil Harrison announced on Monday that they'll be shutting down the Stadia Games and Entertainment teams working to create exclusive experiences on Google Stadia. Instead, the company will be shifting its focus towards bringing more third party games to its service and "to help game developers and publishers take advantage of our platform technology and deliver games directly to their players." Here are today's stories: - Focusing on Stadia’s future as a platform, and win...

2021-02-0221 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast Amazon Spends $500M Per Year on Gaming Without a Single Release | The Jampack Report 2.1.21A new report from Bloomberg's Jason Schreier digs into what's happening behind the scenes of Amazon's game development initiatives, interviewing 30 current and former employees who share details of how the company is mishandling more than $500M of investment per year with nothing to show for it. Here are today's stories: - Amazon Can Make Just About Anything—Except a Good Video Game - The Medium has already earned back its development and promotion costs - Warner Bros is trying to patent Middle-Earth: Shadow of Mordor's Neme...

2021-02-0116 min

The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast I Made a Mistake - Reversing the Podcast ChangesMuch like Xbox, I said something last week that I almost immediately regretted. Starting on February 1st, The Jampack Report is going to be transitioning back into a daily gaming news show. After a week of downtime, it'll be nice to have a drive and a project to work on in the mornings that helps me become better at what I do while creating content for you all to enjoy. I apologize for the confusion and thank you for the ongoing support - without you all, I wouldn't be here. Thank you. ...

2021-01-2903 min