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JimquisitionPodquisition 544: Wells Within WellsAnd not a drop to drink.
Games we played this week include:
(0:08:00) Mind’s Eye
(0:15:30) Switch 2
(0:18:45) Mario Kart World
(0:39:05) Ball x Pit
(0:42:40) Cyberpunk 2077
(0:50:40) Civilization 7
(0:56:35) Fast Fusion
(0:58:44) Street Fighter 6
(1:01:00) Switch 2 Welcome Tour
(1:06:40) Deltarune
(1:21:25) Date Everything
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News things talked about in this episode:
(1:17:15) SAG-AFTRA voice actors reach tentative agreement on AI protections
https://variety.com/2025/gaming/news/sag-video-game-companies-tentative-deal-actors-strike-1236125631/
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2025-06-121h 29
JimquisitionPodquisition 543: Rule of ThreesWe got there.
Games we played this week include:
(0:08:45) Elden Ring Nightreign
(0:29:45) Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
(0:37:55) Dig Dig Dino
(0:42:40) Fulcrum Defenders
(0:42:40) Blippo Plus
(0:50:40) Horizon: Forbidden West
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News things talked about in this episode:
(0:52:40) Bethesda union scores contract with Microsoft
https://kotaku.com/bethesda-devs-win-first-ever-union-contact-at-a-major-g-1851783142
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2025-06-051h 00
JimquisitionPodquisition 542: Scarry ShiteToo busy to examine the socio-economic conditions that keep us oppressed, Richard?
Games we played this week include:
To a T (9:30)
My Fantasy Life: The Girl Who Stole Time (23:55)
My Bimbo Dream (35:15)
Duck Detective: The Ghost of Glamping (53:35)
Wilmot Works It Out (55:15)
Onimusha 2 (1:00:20)
Crysis 2 (1:06:00)
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News things talked about in this episode:
FTC drops its appeal of Microsoft acquisition of Activision Blizzard King (1:07:40)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/ftc-concedes-defeat-in-appeal-against-microsoft-merger-with-activision-blizzard
Embracer Group to release 76 games in 2025 despite constant layoffs (1:08:15)
2025-05-291h 22
JimquisitionPodquisition 541: Get StupidWhy waste time?
Games we played this week include:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (16:25)
Deep Rock Galactic (18:15)
Zexion (23:25)
Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon (33:10)
Without a Dawn (50:15)
Match-O-3000 (54:30)
Chew Chew Mimic (56:15)
Dance Break Dance (57:05)
What the Crow (58:40)
Escape the Arcade (59:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft checked and they’re pretty sure their tools weren’t used to kill kids in Gaza, honest (1:02:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bandai-namco-alters-exec-pay-to-encourage-acting-in-the-interest-of-shareholders
Marathon is absolutely riddled with stolen bits of art (1:06:40)
...
2025-05-221h 17
JimquisitionPodquisition 540: Ingot FallGo boom.
Games we played this week include:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (6:15)
The Blue Prince (21:50)
MEDIUM-NAUT (29:20)
The Midnight Walk (37:20)
Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (47:40)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Bandai Namco is adjusting pay incentives toward stockholder returns (1:01:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bandai-namco-alters-exec-pay-to-encourage-acting-in-the-interest-of-shareholders
Allegations of abuse and financial mismanagement against founder of AbleGamers charity (1:05:10)
https://www.ign.com/articles/former-employees-community-members-allege-ablegamers-founder-fostered-abuse-behind-closed-doors
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2025-05-151h 24
JimquisitionPodquisition 539: Breeding ProgramIt’s never gone wrong before.
Games we played this week include:
Wordatro (7:30)
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (16:25)
Nunholy (42:10)
1000xRESIST (44:45)
Observer (47:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Nintendo suing accessory maker who claimed black market purchase of Switch 2 (59:20)
https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendo-is-suing-the-accessory-manufacturer-that-showed-off-switch-2-early/
Microsoft raising prices on hardware and software (1:05:10)
https://www.eurogamer.net/confirmed-xbox-console-prices-are-going-up-worldwide
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2025-05-081h 16
JimquisitionPodquisition 538: Spreading CheeksRisk and reward
Games we played this week include:
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 (7:15)
Nunholy (35:55)
1000xRESIST (43:50)
Days Gone (49:50)
Bayonetta (1:02:15)
Radiata Stories (1:08:30)
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Follow Conrad at ConradZimmerman on Instagram/BlueSky and check out his Patreon (https://patreon.com/fistshark). You can also peruse his anti-capitalist propaganda at https://mercenarycreative.com.
Photo Credit: Lynne Hand / CC BY-ND
https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/
2025-05-011h 22
JimquisitionPodquisition 537: War CrimesIgnorance really was bliss.
Games we played this week include:
Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 (4:30)
Prince of Prussia (10:45)
Two Point Museum (17:00)
Bokura Planet (22:45)
100 Line Last Defense Academy (28:10)
Lost Tapes: Bloom & Rage (36:10)
Ena: Dream BBQ (39:20)
Dave the Diver (45:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Nintendo calls Pokémon leaker’s bluff, subpoenas Discord to identify (47:45)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/nintendo-asks-california-court-to-subpoena-discord-for-pokemon-leaker-identity
Steam adding accessibility tags to store listings (51:00)
https://steamcommunity.com/groups/steamworks/announcements/detail/536595840131663919
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2025-04-2457 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 536: Chimp GelKeep 'em gelled!
Games we played this week include:
Mario Kart World (21:20)
Metroid Prime 4 (24:25)
Look Outside (30:10)
Two Point Museum (43:15)
Drag x Drive (46:45)
Donkey Kong Bananza (54:10)
Croc: Legend of the Gobbos (58:50)
Civilization 7 (1:10:10)
Cyberpunk 2077 (1:11:40)
Street Fighter 6 (1:14:35)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Minecraft Movie director loves when his audience makes theater workers miserable (1:14:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/a-minecraft-movie-director-defends-popcorn-throwing-chicken-jockey-chaos-says-viewers-just-having-a-true-party
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2025-04-171h 28
JimquisitionPodquisition 535: Feta FêteBrie still, my havarti.
Games we played this week include:
Dissent on Mars (5:30)
Two Point Museum (13:30)
1000xResist (28:15)
AM (39:45)
Atomfall (47:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
BDS names Microsoft and Xbox priority targets for boycott (1:14:00)
https://bdsmovement.net/microsoft
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2025-04-101h 17
JimquisitionPodquisition 534: Fringe AestheticsIt’s a choice.
Games we played this week include:
Atomfall (9:10)
Abiotic Factor (21:00)
Batman Forever (26:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Nintendo’s big Direct (28:30)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrTVeYm4iIM
More Embracer layoffs (41:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/tomb-raider-developer-crystal-dynamics-announces-layoffs
https://www.eurogamer.net/embracer-groups-eidos-montreal-studio-lays-off-up-to-75-employees
Zenimax union threatens strike (49:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/zenimax-union-overwhelmingly-votes-to-authorise-strike-if-microsoft-contract-negotiations-drag-on
Zelda movie gets 2027 release date (47:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/legend-of-zelda-movie-release-date-revealed-by-nintendo-and-its-not-as-far-away-as-you-might-have-feared
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2025-04-0359 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 533: Bullying FascistsEven the worst people do the right thing sometimes.
Games we played this week include:
Assassin’s Creed Shadows (8:55)
Wanderstop (14:05)
Xenoblade Chronicles X (17:05)
Xbox Adaptive Joystick (33:35)
Resident Evil 4 (41:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
AI trailer for Ark: Aquatica is an embarrassing mess (42:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ark-aquatica-developer-shifts-blame-for-disastrous-ai-trailer-onto-marketing-team
ESA’s Accessible Games Initiative aims to standardize accessibility features (43:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/esa-launches-accessible-games-initiative-and-unveils-24-tags-for-gaming-storefronts-and-product-pages
United Videogame Workers Union (49:30)
https://uvw-cwa.org/
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2025-03-2757 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 532: Saw for ChildrenIronic death isn’t just for grown-ups
Games we played this week include:
Wanderstop (8:45)
Medabots (20:35)
Yugioh Early Days Collection (36:15)
Rogue Light Deck Builder (43:55)
Metal Bringer (49:10)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Niantic sells Pokémon Go to Saudi-owned company (1:01:30)
https://www.404media.co/saudi-arabia-buys-pokemon-go-and-probably-all-of-your-location-data/
Test of AI-generated Aloy (1:06:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/horizon-forbidden-west-actress-ashly-burch-responds-to-sonys-controversial-ai-aloy
Roblox tells parents they shouldn’t let their kids play Roblox (1:09:25)
https://www.eurogamer.net/parents-worried-about-childrens-safety-shouldnt-let-them-play-roblox-company-boss-says
Ubisoft has something resembling a plan to protect employees on social media ahead of Assassin’s Creed launch (1:11:45)
https://www.pcgamesn.com/assassins-creed-shadows/ubisoft-anti-harassment-plan
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2025-03-201h 21
JimquisitionPodquisition 531: Britain’s Greatest HeelJustice for Wolf
Games we played this week include:
Nubby’s Number Factory (15:45)
Centum (21:30)
One Lonely Outpost (27:35)
Wanderstop (30:30)
Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars (39:05)
BOKURA: planet (52:25)
Power Vacuum (55:00)
Split Fiction (1:01:10)
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News things talked about in this episode:
SAG-AFTRA strike continues as games industry refuses basic AI protections for workers (1:07:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/sag-aftra-actors-strike-set-to-continue-as-union-warns-of-alarming-loopholes-for-ai-abuse-in-latest-proposal
A few of Ubisoft’s alleged abusive former executives get a day in court (1:10:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/former-ubisoft-execs-stand-trial-in-france-accused-of-harassment
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2025-03-131h 17
JimquisitionPodquisition 530: Mysterious ChipJust vinegar.
Games we played this week include:
Monster Hunter Wilds (11:35)
Faceminer (32:20)
Shadow Hearts (37:05)
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (53:30)
Blobun (46:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Activision has been using AI to make fake game pitches for market research (47:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/activision-ai-slop-guitar-hero-advert-is-market-research-for-a-fake-game-that-doesnt-exist-and-maybe-never-will
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2025-03-051h 00
JimquisitionPodquisition 529: Long-Demanded ImprovementsYou spoke. We listened.
Games we played this week include:
Avowed (3:20)
Creepy Redneck Dinosaur Mansion 3 (18:40)
Guns of Fury (23:55)
Lost Records: Bloom & Rage (29:50)
Wanderstop (40:55)
Drakengard (45:45)
Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii (53:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Supergiant won’t sign an interim agreement with SAG-AFTRA for Hades II (1:01:12)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/audio/supergiant-denies-recasting-hades-ii-actor-over-interim-sag-aftra-contract-request
WB Games closes down multiple studios (1:11:15)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/wb-games-shuts-down-three-internal-devs-including-monolith-and-player-first
Activision discloses use of AI in Call of Duty (1:12:45)
https://www.polygon.com/gaming/528973/activision-generative-ai-call-of-duty-steam-disclosure
PEGI reclassifies Balatro as 12+, promises changes to system (1:13:55)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/pegi-to-revisit-automatic-18-ratings-for-simulated-gambling-games-after-balatros-successful-appeal
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2025-02-271h 20
JimquisitionPodquisition 528: UncannyPowers beyond comprehension
Games we played this week include:
Elden Ring Nightreign (10:35)
A Game About Digging a Hole (28:25)
Dynasty Warriors Abyss (37:20)
Ruffy and the Riverside (48:35)
Astro Bot (50:55)
Dawnfolk (51:55)
Alundra (54:35)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Bobby Kotick claims harassment suits were fake as part of ploy by unions (1:02:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bobby-kotick-says-activision-blizzard-fake-lawsuits-were-simply-a-union-plan-to-drive-up-membership
Lots of people say Bobby Kotick is full of shit (1:10:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/the-executives-of-our-company-did-not-protect-us-activision-blizzard-workers-hit-back-at-claim-harassment-lawsuits-were-fake
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2025-02-201h 22
JimquisitionPodquisition 527: Northern FrugalityWe will learn the ways.
Games we played this week include:
Reality Break (11:15)
Rift of the Necrodancer (18:50)
Onimusha 2 (29:30)
The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening (38:35)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Sony delists spam games from PlayStation Store (43:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/playstation-quietly-removes-slop-shovelware-ps5-games-following-investigation
Nightmare Kart getting expansion as Bloodborne PSX gets nuked (58:50)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bloodborne-psx-demake-now-completely-removed-but-nightmare-kart-continues-with-dlc
Steam implements warning for possibly abandoned Early Access titles (48:35)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/steam-now-warns-players-if-early-access-games-have-been-abandoned
Roblox under investigation by Security and Exchange Commission (51:30)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/roblox-reportedly-part-of-sec-investigation
Patent reveals mouse function for Joy-Con 2 (54:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/switch-2-patent-seemingly-confirms-previously-rumoured-joy-con-functionality
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2025-02-1359 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 526: A Lonely Ding-A-LingJust playing with ourselves over here.
Games we played this week include:
Spirit Swap: LoFi Beats to Match-3 To (14:20)
Dynasty Warriors (21:00)
Ninja Gaiden 2 Black (30:50)
Dome Keeper (39:45)
Red Ninja: End of Honor (43:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Bloodborne PSX videos claimed, raising fears it may get forced offline (46:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/another-bloodborne-fan-project-gets-the-legal-takedown-treatment-sparking-speculation-an-official-remake-is-coming
Christian gaming site’s editors bail after founder does a Nazi salute (58:50)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/entire-god-is-a-geek-editorial-staff-walk-out-and-cut-ties-with-alt-right-founder
Treyarch co-founder’s drone damaged firefighting plane during LA fires (1:00:20)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/treyarch-co-founder-pleads-guilty-to-piloting-drone-during-la-fires
Elliot Page’s production company picks up Beyond: Two Souls for television (1:05:50)
https...
2025-02-061h 15
JimquisitionPodquisition 525: Dubious CorrespondenceYou could have just done the thing and it would have been less work.
Games we played this week include:
Dynasty Warriors (21:45)
Codenames (25:10)
Donner Dinner Party (27:40)
Battlestar Galactica (30:05)
For Sale (35:55)
Sengoku Basara 2 (42:15)
Spartan: Total Warrior (44:50)
Buccaneer (48:15)
Babysitting Mama (50:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Ubisoft lays off 185 UK workers (53:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-announces-studio-closure-as-it-lays-off-185-staff
Activision employees harassed after leaked Slack conversations about DEI policy (55:05)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/it-looks-like-someone-at-activision-is-leaking-slack-screenshots-to-right-wing-x-users
Nintendo loses lawsuit against Super Mario Market in Puerto Rico (1:00:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-loses-trademark-fight-against-super-mario-supermarket
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2025-01-301h 05
JimquisitionPodquisition 524: The Very Best of Anti-ContentCall toll-free, operators are standing by.
Games we played this week include:
Mindwave (8:45)
Wii Music (15:25)
Alien: Fate of the Nostromo (19:25)
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair (25:45)
Ticket to Ride London (29:30)
Switch 2 (31:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Backers of Silksong upset over developer’s post which led them down rabbit hole (35:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/silksong-fans-believe-creators-switch-2-hint-points-to-april-announcement-and-its-all-thanks-to-a-slice-of-cake
David Lynch’s PlayStation 2 commercial (46:20)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Laf9vpJMDjA
GDC’s annual survey shows industry in decline, rising interest in unions (49:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/gdcs-state-of-the-games-industry-survey-says-one-in-ten-respondents-laid-off-in-2024
Genshin Impact pays fine for privacy violations and deception (52:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ge...
2025-01-231h 00
JimquisitionPodquisition 523: Mic CheckWell, it works.
Games we played this week include:
Cooking Mama Cookstar (7:35)
Spirits Abyss (13:00)
Dynasty Warriors Origins (16:25)
Scarlet Maiden (41:35)
Sengoku Basura: Samurai Heroes (50:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Retro Studios excluded from credits on Donkey Kong Country Returns HD (42:25)
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/01/retro-staff-credits-removed-from-donkey-kong-country-returns-hd-forever-entertainment-confirmed-as-devs
Nintendo issues a warning about community created alternative for shuttered Wii U services (56:05)
https://x.com/nintendo_cs/status/1879332711451795501
Accessory maker who claimed to have Switch 2 at CES has encounter with Nintendo (1:01:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-breaks-silence-on-this-weeks-switch-2-leaks
Microsoft going all-in on bringing properties to Switch 2 (1:04:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/switch-2-reportedly-getting-halo-and-another-big-xbox-game-with-microsoft-set-to-be-a-very-big-supporter
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2025-01-161h 18
JimquisitionPodquisition 522: Terrible BanterYou’re soaking in it.
Games we played this week include:
Babysitting Mama (7:00)
Satisfactory (16:55)
Dynasty Warriors M (18:30)
Factorio (30:25)
Sengoku Basura: Samurai Heroes (33:00)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Reports of abuse at support studio (42:25)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RR9HQ2C6h_4
Accessory maker claims to have acquired retail Switch 2 hardware (48:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/switch-2-leaks-turn-into-deluge-as-dummy-units-shown-at-ces
Tencent is deemed a “Chinese military company” by US Department of Defense (57:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/us-labels-tencent-as-a-chinese-military-company
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2025-01-091h 04
JimquisitionPodquisition 521: Topic ThunderWhat the birthday girl wants, the birthday girl gets.
Games we played this week include:
Punirunes (14:00)
Among Ashes (20:50)
Devil Kings (25:15)
Stars in the Trash (37:24)
Sengoku Basura: Samurai Heroes (43:55)
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Follow Conrad at ConradZimmerman on Instagram/BlueSky and check out his Patreon (https://patreon.com/fistshark). You can also peruse his anti-capitalist propaganda at https://mercenarycreative.com.
Photo Credit: Esra Kelepircioğlu
2025-01-021h 17
JimquisitionPodquisition 520: Sympathetic ShortcomingThey tried to warn us about stairs.
Games we played this week include:
Ballionaire (11:35)
Punirunes (21:40)
Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: Rita’s Revenge (34:40)
Marvel Rivals (47:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Game Awards gives award to guy who helps laid off devs find work, nerdzis send him threats and bigotry (1:02:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/the-game-awards-first-game-changers-recipient-responds-to-hateful-and-disturbing-comments-accusing-him-of-fraud
Black Myth Wukong producer posts through not winning Game of the Year (1:09:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/black-myth-wukong-producer-on-the-game-awards-top-prize-snub-i-came-all-the-way-here-for-nothing
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2024-12-191h 24
JimquisitionPodquisition 519: Unjust DessertsWhatever did they do to deserve this?
Games we played this week include:
Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers: Rita’s Revenge (19:35)
Satisfactory (25:40)
Indiana Jones and the Great Circle (31:35)
Metaphor Refantazio (42:00)
Home Safety Hotline: Seasonal Worker Edition (45:30)
The Thing: Remastered (50:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Tencent in talks to acquire controlling share of Ubisoft (1:00:10)
https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/ubisoft-shareholders-talks-over-possible-buyout-terms-sources-say-2024-12-06/
Beyond Good & Evil 2 isn’t done because the leadership can’t decide what it is (44:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/beyond-good-evil-2s-troubled-development-due-to-passionate-managers-not-getting-along-says-creator-michel-ancel
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2024-12-121h 10
JimquisitionPodquisition 518: Slapdash SynchronizationBut will we learn from this?
Games we played this week include:
UFO 50 (4:55)
Mouthwashing (10:35)
Void’s Vigil (18:20)
PS5 Pro (22:10)
Romance of the Three Kingdoms VIII Remake (29:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Niantic has built a “Large Geospatial Model” on data collected from its AR games (39:20)
https://www.404media.co/pokemon-go-players-have-unwittingly-trained-ai-to-navigate-the-world/
Listings for Switch 2 accessories pop up on Alibaba (44:20)
https://www.reddit.com/r/GamingLeaksAndRumours/comments/1h5izz4/tempered_glass_and_switch_2_case_appears_in/
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2024-12-0550 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 517: Immune InaccuracyReally should have paid closer attention in school.
Games we played this week include:
Quantum Witch (11:50)
Dynasty Warriors 8 Xtreme Legends (22:25)
Witchfire (24:20)
UFO 50 (29:40)
Dustborn (40:31)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Balatro racks up huge sales numbers on mobile (47:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/balatro-has-made-almost-44m-from-its-mobile-release-alone
Sony making a bid to buy Kadokawa (50:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/fromsoftware-owner-kadokawa-acknowledges-takeover-interest-from-sony
Phil Spencer says nothing is off the table for Xbox properties on other platforms (51:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/phil-spencer-says-no-red-lines-over-any-xbox-game-coming-to-nintendo-or-playstation
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2024-11-281h 01
JimquisitionPodquisition 516: DecayedWe'd stop the world and rot with you.
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2024-11-2121 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 515: Perfect Audio ProcessAfter almost a decade in, we know what we’re doing.
Games we played this week include:
PS5 Pro (05:35)
Sorry We’re Closed (17:35)
UFO 50 (28:15)
Mario and Luigi Brotherhood (39:55)
Super Mario Party Jamboree (43:30)
LEGO Horizon Adventures (46:15)
Death of the Reprobate (48:45)
Vampire Hunters (53:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Streamer taunts Nintendo into suing him for piracy (47:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-sues-streamer-who-said-he-could-broadcast-its-pirated-games-all-day
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Follow Conrad at C...
2024-11-141h 04
JimquisitionPodquisition 514: Focused on DistractionWe love videogames and there’s nothing else we’d rather talk about.
Games we played this week include:
Dragon Age: Veilguard (0:55)
UFO 50 (32:30)
Slitterhead (37:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Michel Ancel returns to Ubisoft, having totally missed any sort of internal investigations (47:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/rayman-creator-discusses-new-project-believes-ubisoft-should-greenlight-prince-of-persia-lost-crown-sequel
The next Switch will be backwards compatible (51:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-launches-first-ever-blockchain-game-with-nfts-costing-up-to-50k
Binding of Isaac’s co-op mode is coming this month (55:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/the-binding-of-isaacs-free-online-co-op-mode-finally-has-a-release-date
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2024-11-0759 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 513: Mistresses of CultureSpectrums have two ends, you see.
Games we played this week include:
Vampire Survivors (9:25)
UFO 50 (18:25)
Life is Strange: Double Exposure (20:30)
New Worlds Aternum (25:35)
Sonic X Shadow Generations (26:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Firewalk Studios closed, Concord fully dead (46:25)
https://www.eurogamer.net/sony-shuts-down-concord-developer-firewalk-studios-game-will-remain-permanently-offline
Ubisoft’s NFT game has a token they want to sell for $64k (47:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-launches-first-ever-blockchain-game-with-nfts-costing-up-to-50k
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2024-10-3153 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 512: Siloed DreamsAnd you thought we forgot.
Games we played this week include:
Metaphor: ReFantazio (11:00)
New Worlds Aternum (18:35)
Hades II (30:55)
The Rocky Horror Show Video Game (35:19)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Nintendo has their own secret online game with thousands of players pledged to silence (44:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/details-of-nintendos-mysterious-switch-online-playtest-leak
Bloober says they’re done making bad games (51:55)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/bloober-team-says-its-done-with-shitty-games-and-silent-hill-2-remake-wasnt-a-fluke/1100-6527269/
Ubisoft Montpellier disbands team behind critically acclaimed Prince of Persia game (57:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-responds-to-report-prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-development-team-disbanded
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2024-10-241h 02
JimquisitionPodquisition 511: Swimming’s Secret MenuA little encouragement goes a long way.
Games we played this week include:
Life is Strange: Double Exposure (08:00)
Metaphor: ReFantazio (21:30)
UFO 50 (36:25)
Nintendo Alarmo (59:10)
Starship Troopers: Extermination (1:07:20)
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Follow Conrad at ConradZimmerman on Twitter/Instagram/BlueSky and check out his Patreon (https://patreon.com/fistshark). You can also peruse his anti-capitalist propaganda at https://mercenarycreative.com.
2024-10-171h 21
JimquisitionPodquisition 510: Beginnings, RedefinedCan you believe such a catchy slogan could turn out to be so wildly inaccurate?
Games we played this week include:
Silent Hill 2 Remake (06:50)
Metaphor: ReFantazio (27:15)
Satisfactory (40:40)
Cryptmaster (45:15)
UFO 50 (55:05)
Spell Brigade (1:07:10)
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News things talked about in this episode:
In most impotent protest yet, Gamers change review descriptions of Silent Hill 2 remake on Wikipedia (1:07:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/silent-hill-2-remake-wikipedia-page-locked-after-salty-fans-try-to-rewrite-its-critically-acclaimed-reception
Sonic Team expresses commitment to older generation hardware for Sonic games (1:09:15)
https://www.ign.com/articles/monster-hunter-wilds-sonic-ps5-pro-support
Roblox accused of inflating player counts to investors (1:11:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/damning-roblox-report-claims-company-inflates-player-numbers-to-investors-by-as-much-as-42
Nintendo patented room sensing technology only to put it...
2024-10-101h 18
JimquisitionPodquisition 509: Respect the GlassDon’t you dare question it.
Games we played this week include:
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (07:30)
Void’s Vigil (24:25)
Balatro (31:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
███████'█ Techbase delisted for being political and in defiance of a Zenimax employee (32:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bethesda-pulls-thatchers-techbase-doom-mod-again-says-maker-now-deliberately-disobeying-a-zenimax-employee
Pokémon Unite getting shut down in Belgium and the Netherlands over loot box laws (43:45)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/pokemon-unite-shutting-down-in-belgium-and-netherlands-next-year
Horizon Zero Dawn on PS4 gets price hike after announcement of remaster (45:50)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/26/24255343/sony-horizon-zero-dawn-remaster-price-double-psn
California passes law requiring digital platforms to disclose customers don’t own what they’re buying (50:30)
https...
2024-10-0359 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 508: Porcine PursuitIt’s been too long.
Games we played this week include:
The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (08:50)
Earth Defense Force: World Brothers 2 (17:30)
Void’s Vigil (26:30)
The Plucky Squire (29:55)
Halls of Torment (33:30)
Serious Sam (35:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Nintendo and Pokémon Company sue Palworld developer for patent infringement (40:30)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/18/24248602/nintendo-pokemon-palworld-pocketpair-patent-infringement-lawsuit
President of company that bought Tango Gameworks doesn’t expect Hi-Fi Rush 2 to make money (47:55)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/-we-don-t-think-hi-fi-rush-2-is-going-to-make-us-money-krafton-ceo-says-tango-gameworks-acquisition-is-about-legacy
Thatcher’s Techbase returns, politics-free, as ███████'█ Techbase (1:01:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/thatchers-techbase-doom-mod-returns-in-a-blaze-of-politics-free-malicious-compliance
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2024-09-261h 04
JimquisitionPodquisition 507: That Stings!We’re simply too enthusiastic.
Games we played this week include:
The Plucky Squire (04:55)
Satisfactory (10:30)
Funko Fusion (12:25)
Zero Zero: Perfect Stop (24:45)
Serious Sam 4 (28:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
PS5 Pro announcement was not executed well (33:15)
A year in, Unity ditches the runtime fee (57:30)
https://unity.com/blog/unity-is-canceling-the-runtime-fee
Entire staff of Annapurna Interactive walked out (1:01:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/developers-rush-to-reassure-players-of-forthcoming-releases-following-annapurna-interactive-mass-exodus
The sad exploitation of Flappy Bird continues (1:07:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/flappy-birds-original-creator-does-not-support-its-revival
Microsoft cuts another 600 jobs from games division (1:09:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/microsoft-lays-off-further-650-xbox-staff-no-games-cancelled-or-studios-closed
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2024-09-1950 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 506: Dead To UsGood riddance.
Games we played this week include:
I Am Your Beast (19:55)
Warhammer 40k: Space Marine 2 (27:40)
Leo the Firefighting Cat (47:55)
Astro Bot (50:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
PS5 Pro announced to nobody’s surprise (55:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/leaked-playstation-5-pro-design-seemingly-confirmed-by-sonys-official-30th-anniversary-art
Days Gone director salty about character reference in Astro Bot (57:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/days-gone-director-is-upset-his-leading-man-has-been-reduced-to-a-cartoon-shill
Former Sony exec says corporate greed isn’t the cause of industry layoffs (1:01:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/games-industry-layoffs-not-the-result-of-corporate-greed-and-those-affected-should-drive-an-uber-says-ex-sony-president
Rockstar offers abysmal pay for licensing music (1:07:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/heaven-17-singer-tells-rockstar-to-go-fk-yourself-after-iniquitous-gta-6-royalties-offer
Balatro coming to mobile (1:09:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/balatro-out-on-mobile-later-this-month
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2024-09-121h 14
JimquisitionPodquisition 505: Prolonged ConcealmentBrought to you by lead.
Games we played this week include:
Astro Bot (11:25)
Gori: Cuddly Carnage (20:30)
Desvelado (39:10)
Squirrel with a Gun (40:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Concord pulled from sale less than two weeks after launch due to lack of players (47:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/concord-pulled-from-sale-as-sony-admits-our-initial-launch-didnt-land
Phil Spencer admits he’s bad at his exorbitantly well-paid job (1:09:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ive-made-some-of-the-worst-game-choice-decisions-says-xbox-boss-phil-spencer
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2024-09-0558 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 504: The Coldest OpenOh, you’ll never guess what madcap nonsense we got up to this time!
Games we played this week include:
All Will Rise (3:50)
Crypt Custodian (13:55)
Gori: Cuddly Carnage (19:30)
Butts in Space (32:25)
Concord (40:00)
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 (41:20)
Path of Exile 2 (42:00)
Date Everything (43:25)
Immortal (45:50)
Project Timmy: Sasha’s Curse (48:25)
Civilization 7 (50:05)
Monster Hunter Wilds (51:25)
Proteus Accessibility Controller (52:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Accessibility advocate revealed to have never existed (1:04:40)
https://www.ign.com/articles/a-prominent-accessibility-advocate-worked-with-studios-and-inspired-change-but-she-never-actually-existed
Unionized workers at Raven Software allege bad faith negotiating from Microsoft and Activision (1:09:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/call-of-duty-studio-raven-software-alleges-bad-faith-bargaining-in-complaint-against-microsoft-and-activision
Game workers at French stud...
2024-08-291h 14
JimquisitionPodquisition 503: Kinder ConstructionMany tiny hands make light work.
Games we played this week include:
Doom/Doom II (7:15)
Fallout: London (17:50)
Strange Telephone (27:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Content creators get a list of “Do’s and Don’ts” for coverage of Black Myth: Wukong (32:20)
https://www.forbes.com/sites/paultassi/2024/08/18/the-black-myth-wukong-no-feminist-propaganda-no-covid-19-discussion-email-is-real/
Uwe Boll surfaces to make fun of Borderlands (49:21)
https://www.pcgamer.com/movies-tv/even-uwe-boll-is-dunking-on-the-borderlands-movie-fiasconow-you-wish-i-directed/
Film based on 1993 fighting game Eternal Champions in the works (59:50)
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/sega-eternal-champions-movie-skydance-1235975970/
Bayonetta voice actress Atsuko Tanaka, dead at 61 (1:06:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bayonettas-japanese-voice-actress-atsuko-tanaka-has-passed-away
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2024-08-221h 09
JimquisitionPodquisition 502: Rot-o-CorrectEverywhere you look, decay.
Games we played this week include:
Creatures of Ava (34:30)
Paper Trail (40:45)
Shadow of Rome (44:05)
Doom/Doom II (50:40)
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News things talked about in this episode:
New Valve game gets 20k concurrent players over weekend, bans anyone who talks about it (54:55)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/8/12/24219016/valve-deadlock-hands-on-secret-new-game
Roblox banned in Turkey to protect children (1:06:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/roblox-responds-to-platform-ban-in-turkiye
Equity sets new minimum rates for video game performers in UK (1:10:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/uk-actors-union-equity-introduces-minimum-rates-to-address-systemic-low-pay-for-video-game-performers
Bloober Team president asks gamers to trust them with Silent Hill 2 remake (1:12:50)
https://www.eurogamer.net/bloober-ceo-dreaming-that-gamers-will-trust-us-to-deliver-silent-hill-2-remake
Retro games based on Halloween...
2024-08-151h 27
JimquisitionPodquisition 501: All About the NomsNom nom nom nom nom.
Games we played this week include:
Thank Goodness You’re Here (07:20)
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (21:35)
Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess (30:20)
Tomba! Special Edition (47:25)
World of Goo 2 (55:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Balatro creator’s will stipulates game cannot be licensed or sold to casinos (1:04:50)
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/you-wont-be-seeing-the-balatro-ip-used-by-casinos-or-gambling-companies-the-developer-has-forbidden-it-in-his-will
Date Everything developer signs on to SAG/AFTRA interim agreement (49:30)
https://x.com/robbiedaymond/status/1818395901154701581
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2024-08-081h 13
JimquisitionPodquisition 500: The 500th Episode SpectacularThat’s a lot of episodes.
Games we played this week include:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (19:15)
Dungeons of Hinterberg (32:05)
Thumper (38:26)
Earth Defense Force 6 (45:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
SAG-AFTRA calls for strike against AAA industry (4:40)
https://deadline.com/2024/07/sag-aftra-strike-video-game-companies-1236020355/
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Follow Conrad at ConradZimmerman on Twitter/Instagram/BlueSky and check out his Patreon (https://patreon.com/fistshark). You can also pe...
2024-08-011h 32
JimquisitionPodquisition 499: Wrestling ExtremitiesIt’s what you might call a broad spectrum.
Games we played this week include:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered Fate (7:05)
Nintendo World Championships: NES Edition (16:40)
Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn (24:45)
Arranger (33:15)
Danganronpa v3 (36:25)
Silent Hill 2 (40:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft announces COD release dates, with Black Ops 6 launching after Game Pass changes (48:15)
https://www.cnet.com/tech/gaming/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-3-is-now-on-xbox-game-pass/
The FTC is mad Microsoft did the thing the FTC knew Microsoft would do after buying Activision (49:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ftc-slams-microsofts-xbox-game-pass-tier-changes-calls-it-a-degraded-product
Ubisoft grovels to right-wing gamers over the black samurai in Assassin’s Creed (53:35)
http...
2024-07-251h 08
JimquisitionPodquisition 498: Ballistic CriticismAn historic trigger pull.
Games we played this week include:
Clickolding (11:15)
Magical Delicacy (19:40)
Concord (31:25)
DMC: Devil May Cry (36:20)
Reveil (43:15)
Bokura (23:41)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft introduces new Game Pass tiers, increasing prices and stripping day-one releases (1:00:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/microsoft-confirms-big-changes-for-xbox-game-pass-ditching-day-one-releases-for-basic-tier
Internal Microsoft email reveals disposal of DEI team based on “business needs” (1:09:25)
https://www.eurogamer.net/microsoft-staffer-blasts-decision-to-lay-off-internal-team-focused-on-diversity-due-to-changing-business-needs
Nintendo criticized for not crediting external translators (1:15:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/external-translators-hired-for-nintendo-projects-bemoan-lack-of-credit-in-almost-every-big-title
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2024-07-181h 23
JimquisitionPodquisition 497: Representative MonarchyLong live the Queen.
Games we played this week include:
Elden Ring (9:45)
The First Descendant (16:20)
Bokura (23:41)
Deep Rock Galactic (30:30)
Zenless Zone Zero (34:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Unplayed games in Steam users’ libraries estimated at $19bn (38:35)
https://www.pcgamesn.com/steam/pile-of-shame
Elden Ring DLC players hit 80% of base game’s launch numbers (42:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/segas-new-crazy-taxi-game-will-be-open-world-and-massively-multiplayer
Nintendo might be coming after pornographic depictions of its characters (1:04:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-pledges-action-over-inappropriate-use-of-its-characters-so-players-not-made-to-feel-uncomfortable
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2024-07-1154 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 496: Conscious AnatomyBreak out the calipers.
Games we played this week include:
Bokura (6:40)
Animal Well (13:10)
Sherwood Builders (17:15)
Hot Wheels 2 (25:30)
Vampire Survivors (26:40)
Elden Ring (41:40)
Metal Slug Attack Reloaded (49:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Cloud Imperium made to pay for firing disabled worker after demanding they return to office (56:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/star-citizen-developer-ordered-to-pay-27k-to-disabled-worker-in-return-to-office-discrimination-claim
Crazy Taxi reboot looking more and more like a free-to-play MMO (1:02:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/segas-new-crazy-taxi-game-will-be-open-world-and-massively-multiplayer
Elden Ring’s creator cheeses his own game when playing (1:04:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/dont-worry-even-miyazaki-struggled-with-elden-rings-high-difficulty
Nintendo not getting involved in generative AI, saying it’s theft (1:08:15)
https://gameworldobserver.com/2024/07/03/nintendo-no-plans-to-use-genai-in-game-development
Beth...
2024-07-041h 18
JimquisitionPodquisition 495: Delicate EcosystemsWe’re not dying. We’re not. Stop looking at us like that.
Games we played this week include:
Elden Ring (8:55)
Still Wakes the Deep (26:55)
Thank Goodness You’re Here (43:15)
SCHiM (45:55)
Metal Slug Attack Reloaded (48:05)
Felvidek (50:15)
Zet Zillions (54:10)
Warhammer 40K: Boltgun (57:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft offers new explanation for Tango Gameworks closure (1:01:10)
https://www.eurogamer.net/matt-booty-implies-tango-gameworks-closure-was-partly-due-to-leadership-change
Polish developer required nude sauna visits for narrative team (1:03:50)
https://www.eurogamer.net/polish-developer-apologises-following-criticism-for-naked-sauna-job-requirement
Beyond Good & Evil 2 is totally still coming, honest, have some costumes from a 2016 trailer (1:09:15)
https://gamerant.com/ubisoft-beyond-good-and-evil-2-status-update-june-2024/
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2024-06-271h 15
JimquisitionPodquisition 494: Bones EverywhereLook, we're under a lot of pressure.
Games we played this week include:
Garten of Banban (6:30)
Oil Strike ‘75 (18:00)
Metal Slug Attack Reloaded (25:20)
Enotria: The Last Song (32:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Embracer shutters Alone in the Dark reboot developer Pieces Interactive (41:25)
https://www.ign.com/articles/embracer-shuts-down-alone-in-the-dark-developer-pieces-interactive
Lords of the Fallen is getting a sequel (45:10)
https://www.pcgamer.com/games/rpg/lords-of-the-fallen-2-which-is-technically-lords-of-the-fallen-3-is-due-in-2026-and-will-probably-be-an-epic-exclusive/
QA contractor for Activision, Microsoft, accused of firing workers for union organizing (46:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/company-that-provided-qa-testing-to-activision-accused-of-unfair-practices-after-160-people-laid-off
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2024-06-2059 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 493: Jellied and JammedNobody understands the vision.
Games we played this week include:
RKGK (12:15)
Alan Wake II: Night Springs (15:35)
Dungeon Clawler (20:00)
Just Crow Things (21:45)
What the Car? (22:40)
Killer Klowns from Outer Space (25:40)
Wizard of Legend 2 (36:20)
Amanda the Adventurer 2 (42:15)
Schim (46:55)
Building Relationships (48:20)
Arranger (48:55)
Thank Goodness You’re Here (49:50)
Mexico 1921: A Deep Slumber (50:30)
V Rising (52:00)
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News things talked about in this episode:
ROM site Vimm’s Lair pulls much of its massive collection after legal threat (56:50)
https://kotaku.com/vimms-roms-sega-sony-nintendo-dmca-removed-ios-delta-1851526609
IKEA is hiring people to shill to kids in Roblox (1:02:10)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ikea-is-hiring-uk-workers-for-its-new-store-in-roblox
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2024-06-131h 09
JimquisitionPodquisition 492: A Piece Of Cinematic HistoryLittlest memorabilia.
Games we played this week include:
Star Wars Hunters (6:55)
Burgle Bros. (17:30)
Nightmare Kart (22:15)
Lunacid (32:20)
Soulstone Survivors (38:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Sony makes $50 PC adapter for PS VR2 that won’t do most of the cool stuff (41:20)
https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2024/06/playstation-vr2s-pc-adapter-hits-this-august-with-missing-features/
Those missing PlayDate consoles have rematerialized outside a Las Vegas restaurant (45:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/400k-worth-of-stolen-playdate-consoles-make-heroic-return-after-getting-dumped-outside-a-restaurant
Sony claims PS5 has broken records in revenue and profits (48:10)
https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-5-generation-represents-sonys-most-profitable-console-generation-to-date
Call of Duty Black Ops 6 will be day-one release on Xbox Game Pass (50:55)
https://www.ign.com/articles/playstation-5-g...
2024-06-0659 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 491: Fecal PhilosophyDeshartes would be proud.
Games we played this week include:
Indika (9:10)
Moving Out 2 (18:25)
Hellblade II: Senua’s Saga (25:50)
Duck Detective: The Salami Bandit (40:00)
Mario 64 Maker (45:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Sony pulls Neil Druckmann interview after misleadingly editing his answers (47:40)
https://www.psu.com/news/neil-druckmann-refutes-recent-redefine-gaming-interview-quote-this-is-not-quite-what-i-said/
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2024-05-3056 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 490: A Frosty Mug of MouthwashRefreshing.
Games we played this week include:
Indika (7:20)
Little Kitty Big City (26:05)
Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door (31:25)
Athenian Rhapsody (39:40)
Hades II (48:00)
Hellblade II: Senua’s Saga (49:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
IGN acquires Gamer Network of news sites, dominating the UK (1:05:00)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ign-entertainment-acquires-eurogamer-gi-vg247-rock-paper-shotgun-and-more
Nintendo acquires Switch port developer from Embracer (1:10:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-makes-first-acquisition-since-2022-and-its-from-embracer
Tesla is dropping Steam support for the “gaming computer” in its cars (1:14:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/tesla-pulls-steam-from-new-vehicles-as-its-new-gaming-computer-is-no-longer-capable-of-playing-steam-games
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2024-05-231h 20
JimquisitionPodquisition 489: Keeping Up With The KidsTime to pivot.
Games we played this week include:
Hades II (8:45)
Little Kitty Big City (20:00)
Crow Country (22:45)
Tales of Kenzera: Zau (28:20)
Athenian Rhapsody (34:20)
Vampire Survivors (43:55)
Final Fantasy VI (49:35)
Slayers X (50:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft tries (fails) to justify studio closures (56:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/xbox-president-responds-to-studio-closures-as-commitment-to-make-sure-that-the-business-is-healthy-for-the-long-term
Mike Ybarra thinks people are being too mean to Microsoft executives (59:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/former-blizzard-boss-mike-ybarra-defends-xboxs-phil-spencer-following-arkane-austin-tango-gameworks-closures
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2024-05-161h 07
JimquisitionPodquisition 488: Bump on the NogginPodquisition 488: Bump on the Noggin
It’s harder than you’d think.
Games we played this week include:
Hades II (3:45)
Fallout: Brotherhood of Steel (23:35)
Puppet Master (30:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft shuts down studios, including Tango Gameworks and Arkane Austin (44:10)
https://www.ign.com/articles/microsoft-closes-redfall-developer-arkane-austin-hifi-rush-developer-tango-gameworks-and-more-in-devastating-cuts-at-bethesda
A drunk Microsoft rep forgot to make their pitch to buy Media Molecule (52:45)
https://kotaku.com/xbox-little-big-planet-steal-away-buy-playstation-sony-1851462178
Sony gets slammed, then backpedals, over Helldivers 2 PSN requirement on Steam (57:25)
https://www.eurogamer.net/sony-overturns-helldivers-2-psn-requirement-following-backlash
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2024-05-091h 07
JimquisitionPodquisition 487: Genuine BrianYour robo-friend to the end.
Games we played this week include:
Stellar Blade (11:00)
Hades II (18:25)
Harold Halibut (25:45)
Fallout (30:20)
Vampire Survivors (37:10)
Kaichu (40:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Square Enix abandoning projects they’ve spent a lot of money on (43:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/square-enix-abandons-112m-of-in-development-projects-in-an-effort-to-improve-quality
Escape from Tarkov devs surprised by response to locking PvE mode to exorbitant special edition (54:15)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/escape-from-tarkov-boss-didnt-expect-players-to-get-mad-about-paid-pve-content/1100-6523084/
Embracer’s CEO admits he made mistakes (53:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/embracer-boss-admits-long-list-of-things-hed-have-done-differently-as-embattled-company-splits-into-three
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2024-05-021h 03
JimquisitionPodquisition 486: Merde BlancheWistful remembrances of days gone by.
Games we played this week include:
Another Crab’s Treasure (5:50)
Slime 3K (28:55)
Stellar Blade (40:35)
Harold Halibut (51:40)
Fallout (57:55)
Balatro (1:04:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
ReedPop consolidating UK events EGX and MCM (1:07:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/egx-and-mcm-team-up-for-london-2024-dates
Nintendo reportedly would have let Samus be in Fortnite, but only for Switch players (54:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/samus-skipped-fortnite-because-nintendo-got-really-hung-up-about-its-characters-on-other-platforms
Embracer reorganizing into three companies (1:15:30)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/embracer-group-splits-into-three-everything-you-need-to-know
World of Warcraft adding arachnophobia mode ahead of introducing arachnid characters (1:21:05)
https://www.gameshub.com/news/news/world-of-warcraft-arachnophobia-mode-2639255/
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2024-04-251h 28
JimquisitionPodquisition 485: Who’s Odlaw?A saga continues.
Games we played this week include:
Fallout TV series (8:55)
Horrified (29:10)
Princess Peach Showtime (36:00)
Rose and Camillia (37:50)
Balatro (43:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Apex Legends tournament to be held in Saudi Arabia (48:15)
https://www.eurogamer.net/apex-legends-wont-censor-game-for-saudi-arabia-esports-tournament-respawn-says
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth menu rephrased after many gameplay hours lost (54:15)
https://www.ign.com/articles/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-patch-retry-from-this-battle-menu
Alternate network for Wii U and 3DS online play up and running (56:55)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/4/10/24126064/pretendo-resurrects-wii-u-nintendo-network-without-console-hacking
Hades 2 about to enter beta, sign-ups open
https://www.eurogamer.net/hades-2s-technical-test-set-to-begin-shortly-and-sign-ups-are-open-now
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2024-04-181h 02
JimquisitionPodquisition 484: Crime PaysAnyone who says otherwise is probably an even bigger criminal.
Games we played this week include:
Botany Manor (9:25)
Little Big Adventure (17:45)
Virtual Springfield (20:20)
Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice (31:40)
Final Fantasy X (47:10)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Management at Life is Strange developer Deck Nine seems pretty awful (49:10)
https://www.ign.com/articles/how-hidden-nazi-symbols-were-the-tip-of-a-toxic-iceberg-at-life-is-strange-developer-deck-nine
Roblox studio chief basically admits their business is supported by child labor (54:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/roblox-studio-boss-children-making-money-on-the-platform-isnt-exploitation-its-a-gift
Yuji Naka claims Dragon Quest producer perjured themselves, provides no evidence (1:09:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/sonic-co-creator-yuji-naka-accuses-dragon-quest-producer-of-lying-during-insider-trading-trial
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2024-04-111h 19
JimquisitionPodquisition 483: DestrucityIt is what it is, pal.
Games we played this week include:
Content Warning (11:00)
MiG Switch (17:50)
Rise of the Ronin (27:50)
Islets (35:40)
Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth (43:30)
Pepper Grinder (54:50)
Final Fantasy X (1:00:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
ESRB claims software designed to age verify isn’t intended to be used by children (1:01:35)
https://www.eurogamer.net/us-government-blocks-age-estimation-technology-that-would-have-analysed-faces
After massive sell-offs, Embracer doesn’t think it’s ready to start acquiring again (54:10)
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/embracer-say-their-restructure-is-over-but-its-too-early-to-start-acquiring-studios-again
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2024-04-041h 13
JimquisitionPodquisition 482: A Cool BreezeBreathe it in.
Games we played this week include:
Princess Peach Showtime (6:30)
Rise of the Ronin (23:10)
Darkwood (34:40)
Theatrhythm: Final Bar Line (43:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
First Neuralink patient, upon release, immediately pulls Civ 6 all-nighter (47:10)
https://www.ign.com/articles/first-human-patient-to-receive-a-neuralink-brain-implant-used-it-to-stay-up-all-night-playing-civilization-6
$400k worth of PlayDate handhelds misdelivered and stolen (54:10)
https://kotaku.com/playdate-handheld-stolen-1851369066
Microsoft wants to invite more storefronts to the Xbox platform (55:15)
https://www.polygon.com/24108670/xbox-epic-games-store-phil-spencer-interview
An Xbox handheld increasingly seems like a thing that is happening (1:00:30)
https://www.polygon.com/24108660/xbox-handheld-console-phil-spencer-interview
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2024-03-281h 05
JimquisitionPodquisition 481: Up Against the WallLike you’ve never thought about it.
Games we played this week include:
Balatro (3:20)
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (10:35)
The Veil: Shadow of the Crown (25:12)
The Thaumaturge (29:20)
Contra: Operation Galuga (29:55)
Alone in the Dark (41:35)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Ubisoft’s AI NPC dialogue generator is pitiful (49:00)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-boss-generative-ai-is-just-another-new-technology-to-be-tested
PS5 Pro confirmed by leak from third-party developer (53:10)
https://www.playstationlifestyle.net/2024/03/19/ps5-pro-specs-leak-being-investigated-by-sony/
You can now drink mayo (55:15)
https://kotaku.com/stardew-valley-16-update-drink-mayonnaise-1851344320
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2024-03-211h 00
JimquisitionPodquisition 480: Unexpected MoominWhat a lovely surprise.
Games we played this week include:
Balatro (5:15)
Pullfrog (13:40)
Mars After Midnight (15:05)
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (18:50)
The Thaumaturge (31:15)
Princess Peach Showtime (48:40)
Snufkin: Melody of Moominvalley (51:25)
Rise of the Ronin (54:40)
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News things talked about in this episode:
SAG-AFTRA’s video game voice actors might be next to strike over AI (1:01:30)
https://variety.com/2024/gaming/news/ai-duncan-crabtree-ireland-sxsw-1235936090/
Bobby Kotick can’t stop, won’t stop, wants TikTok (1:03:05)
https://www.businessinsider.com/ex-activision-ceo-bobby-kotick-wants-to-buy-tiktok-report-2024-3
600 QA employees unionize at Microsoft companies (1:05:30)
https://www.polygon.com/24093254/activision-qa-600-workers-union-microsoft
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2024-03-141h 09
JimquisitionPodquisition 479: Courting ControversyYeah, that’s right. We said it. What do you intend to do?
Games we played this week include:
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth (4:30)
Supermarket Simulator (33:00)
The Outlast Trials (41:05)
Warhammer 40k: Boltgun (51:10)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Warner Bros. continues to learn the wrong lessons about live services (42:05)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/warner-bros-discusses-volatile-aaa-console-games-will-lean-into-free-to-play-and-mobile/1100-6521597/
Yuzu and Citra emulators quickly fold under legal action from Nintendo (49:05)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-lawsuit-shuts-down-switch-emulator-yuzu-and-3ds-emulator-citra/1100-6521589/
A complex scam involving imitated games hits Steam (1:15:50)
https://www.ign.com/articles/valve-pulls-fake-steam-helldivers-2-games-but-devs-express-concern-they-appeared-in-the-first-place
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2024-03-071h 23
JimquisitionPodquisition 478: Taking the Scenic RouteIt’s a lovely day for a drive.
Games we played this week include:
Pacific Drive (8:00)
Geometry Survivor (30:00)
Pocket Card Jockey Ride On (33:20)
Pepper Grinder (37:30)
Penny’s Big Breakout (38:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
WWE 2K24 seems to be dropping a couple of significant wrestlers (42:05)
https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/wwe-2k24s-confirmed-final-roster-seemingly-removes-vince-mcmahon-and-brock-lesnar/
Nintendo sues developer of Yuzu emulator (49:05)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/27/24085075/nintendo-switch-emulator-yuzu-lawsuit
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2024-02-2959 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 477: The Sweet Embrace of DeathWe welcome it.
Games we played this week include:
Arzette: The Jewel of Faramore (6:35)
Helldivers 2 (16:15)
Destroy All Humans 2 Reprobed (21:05)
Cookie Cutter (25:00)
Heartworm (31:15)
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor (34:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
MS really bungled their cross-platform announcement (46:45)
https://www.techdirt.com/2024/02/20/xboxs-business-update-event-attempts-to-address-rumors-vaguely/
Embracer-owned Flying Wild Hog joins with Polish Gamedev Workers Union (53:55)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/embracer-owned-studio-flying-wild-hog-has-unionized
ZA/UM continues to be a mess (1:04:05)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/report-za-um-will-lay-off-25-percent-of-staff-after-project-cancellation
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2024-02-221h 01
JimquisitionPodquisition 476: The Best Kind of FeedbackThe bar has been raised yet again.
Games we played this week include:
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (10:50)
Helldivers 2 (16:30)
Mouthwashing (31:10)
Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor (34:25)
Final Fantasy Rebirth (40:45)
Destroy All Humans 2 Reprobed (47:15)
Hardcoded (49:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
MS to address rumors around console exclusivity (56:10)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/12/24070445/microsoft-xbox-business-update-event-future-february-15
French worker unions call for strikes at Ubisoft (58:10)
https://www.pcgamer.com/unions-call-for-strikes-at-ubisoft-studios-in-france-to-protest-wages-we-cannot-tolerate-being-treated-as-expendable-to-mitigate-their-bad-decisions
Microsoft layoffs hit Toys For Bob hard (1:04:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/microsoft-layoffs-affect-86-staff-at-spyro-crash-bandicoot-studio
The FTC seems irritated by Microsoft’s layoffs (1:01:30)
https://www.polygon.com/24065269/ftc-microsoft-activision-deal-layoffs-appeal
Voice actor responsible for PEGI rating stingers was paid 200 Eu...
2024-02-151h 12
JimquisitionPodquisition 475: A Quiet PlaceA crisis averted.
Games we played this week include:
Silent Hill: The Short Message (7:15)
Yakuza: Like a Dragon (27:30)
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (37:25)
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League (39:03)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Rumors swirl around possible changes to Xbox first-party exclusivity (53:20)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/report-microsoft-rethinking-exclusivity-plans-to-bring-starfield-and-indiana-jones-to-ps5
Development of The Day Before was allegedly a shitshow (1:02:10)
https://www.eurogamer.net/new-the-day-before-report-alleges-employees-fined-for-making-mistakes
Square Enix has decided it wants to make better games (1:04:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/square-enix-reviewing-overall-game-development-to-improve-quality
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2024-02-081h 09
JimquisitionPodquisition 474: Horny Goat JokesWe’re just not qualified.
Games we played this week include:
Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth (10:30)
Metroid Dread (26:50)
Granblue Fantasy Relink (32:50)
Interaction Isn’t Explicit (35:30)
Go Mecha Ball (40:30)
Celeste 64 (51:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft lays off 8% of its game division despite 49% revenue increase in Q2 (59:05)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/25/24049050/microsoft-activision-blizzard-layoffs
Eidos Montreal staff laid off, previously unannounced Deus Ex game canceled (1:05:05)
https://www.polygon.com/24054575/deus-ex-game-canceled-layoffs-eidos-montreal
SEGA of America to drop 61 employees in March (52:15)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/sega-of-america-to-lay-off-61-employees
Early Suicide Squad players had the game finished for them (59:40)
https://variety.com/2024/digital/news/suicide-squad-kill-the-justice-league-game-pulled-offline-1235890502
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2024-02-011h 15
JimquisitionPodquisition 473: Phlegm FilterWhat a terrible strain.
Games we played this week include:
Piñata Smashlings (5:35)
Turnip Boy Robs a Bank (16:15)
Last of Us Part II Remastered (28:15)
Palworld (33:35)
Home Safety Hotline (48:05)
Luck Be a Landlord (53:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
MiG Switch flash cart could lead to bans for second-hand game buyers (59:05)
Rockstar and Remedy logo thing got settled late last year (1:05:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/take-two-and-remedy-in-trademark-dispute-over-r-logo
Developer Piranha Bytes seemingly dropped by Embracer Group (52:15)
https://www.pcgamer.com/embracer-owned-elex-studio-piranha-bytes-is-trying-to-save-itself-from-closure-dont-write-us-off-yet/
Riot lays off more than a tenth of its staff (59:40)
https://www.riotgames.com/en/news/2024-rioter-update
After selling off a...
2024-01-251h 14
JimquisitionPodquisition 472: Lad of SaucesSounds like a cozy spot, doesn’t it?
Games we played this week include:
Luck be a Landlord (4:25)
The Super Mario Bros. Movie (17:20)
Last of Us Part II Remastered (24:30)
The Gnorp Apologue (33:15)
Legend of Grimrock (39:25)
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown (39:25)
The Shopping List (49:40)
The Witcher 3 (51:20)
Pokémon Scarlet/Violet (51:55)
Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name (53:40)
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News things talked about in this episode:
UK retailer GAME ends trade-ins because locations are increasingly in Sports Direct stores (43:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/uk-retailer-game-to-cease-video-game-trade-ins-staff-say
Rockstar and Remedy Games in a legal tiff over their logos (49:30)
https://www.gameinformer.com...
2024-01-181h 17
JimquisitionPodquisition 471: Weather or NaughtJust because you’re miserable doesn’t mean we all should be.
Games we played this week include:
God of War: Ragnarok (7:45)
Luck be a Landlord (15:50)
Grand Theft Auto V (22:25)
Lies of P (23:15)
Buckshot Roulette (26:40)
Pokémon (30:10)
Orc Massage (33:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Another round of layoffs hits Unity, Twitch, and Bossa Studios (43:30)
https://www.theverge.com/2024/1/8/24030695/unity-layoff-staff-25-percent
https://blog.twitch.tv/en/2024/01/10/a-difficult-update-about-our-workforce/
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/bossa-studios-lays-off-one-third-of-its-staff
Netflix considering plan to insert ads into its published games (49:30)
https://www.wsj.com/business/media/netflix-eyes-ways-to-make-money-from-videogames-in-potential-pivot-705bd3b3
SAG-AFTRA makes AI deal for game voice worke...
2024-01-111h 11
JimquisitionPodquisition 470: Crone’s UneaseThe future is inevitable.
Games we played this week include:
Tekken 8 (23:35)
Grand Theft Auto V (26:50)
Midnight Suns (40:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Switch flash cartridge announced, internet immediately links Gary Bowser to it (14:55)
https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/jailed-nintendo-hacker-gary-bowser-denies-link-to-new-switch-flash-cart/
Square Enix will commit even harder to AI in 2024 (47:10)
https://kotaku.com/square-enix-president-artificial-intelligence-ai-games-1851133573
As Kotick leaves ABK, former employees point out how he made games worse (1:21:50)
https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2024/01/former-call-of-duty-dev-says-decisions-made-by-bobby-kotick-made-our-games-worse
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2024-01-041h 01
JimquisitionPodquisition 469: Suddenly SeasonalOh, yeah, that thing is about to happen isn’t it?
Games we played this week include:
Vampire Survivors (18:35)
Midnight Suns (19:40)
Grand Theft Auto V (25:24)
Pokémon Scarlet/Violet (33:25)
Granblue Fantasy Versus Rising (41:15)
Diceheart (53:20)
Slay the Princess (1:00:00)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Ransomware group releases trove of material stolen from Insomniac Games (1:07:15)
https://www.cyberdaily.au/culture/9959-snikt-rhysida-dumps-more-than-a-terabyte-of-insomniac-games-internal-data
Internal Sony documents give candid view of concerns over ABK acquisition (1:19:15)
https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/microsoft-could-disrupt-and-threaten-playstation-business-sonys-alleged-xbox-fears-laid-bare-in-massive-hack
ABK studios are ending hybrid work (1:21:50)
https://www.eurogamer.net/abk-workers-alliance-responds-to-activision-blizzard-ending-hybrid-working
ABK settles California worker discrimination suit (1:24:20)
https://www.wsj.com/tech/act...
2023-12-211h 32
JimquisitionPodquisition 468: Accident Prone PlanningBack to the drawing board.
Games we played this week include:
Vampire Survivors (18:35)
Grand Theft Auto V (26:40)
Thirsty Suitors (33:55)
Persona 5 Tactica (39:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
E3 officially pronounced dead after years on life support (41:15)
https://kotaku.com/is-e3-dead-2023-canceled-esa-1851092261
Zelda producer thinks older style Zelda games are worthless garbage now (49:10)
https://www.ign.com/articles/zelda-tears-of-the-kingdom-interview-nintendo-eiji-aonuma-hidemaro-fujibayashi
The Day Before imploded a few days after (53:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/the-day-before-publisher-apologises-for-game-as-steam-refunds-open
Union workers at Zenimax get historic win over use of AI (1:02:30)
https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/zenimax-union-strike-tentative-agreement-over-ai-usage-in-workplace
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2023-12-141h 07
JimquisitionPodquisition 467: A Vas DifferenceTalk to your doctor.
Games we played this week include:
In Stars and Time (11:20)
While the Iron’s Hot (26:25)
PS Access Controller (36:10)
Gangs of Sherwood (45:05)
Pinball M (1:04:15)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Layoffs at New World Interactive and Codemasters (1:12:40)
https://www.pcgamer.com/the-embracer-spiral-continues-as-insurgency-sandstorm-studio-new-world-interactive-lays-off-employees/
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/f1-developer-codemasters-affected-by-layoffs
Electronic Arts frees a few more accessibility patents (1:15:15)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ea-shares-more-accessibility-patents
You could have a branded Yorkshire Tea controller (1:18:45)
https://www.eurogamer.net/you-can-get-yorkshire-tea-xbox-and-playstation-5-controllers-for-150
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2023-12-071h 20
JimquisitionPodquisition 466: Rubber Baby Tuggy BumpsSuch pain.
Games we played this week include:
In Stars and Time (16:00)
Loop Hero (27:25)
Dave the Diver (31:00)
Knuckle Sandwich (42:00)
Lonovo Legion Go (49:50)
Yakuza 0 (53:05)
Deadly Premonition (54:50)
Laika Aged Through Blood (1:07:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Layoffs at Unity, Free Radical and Fishlabs (1:12:40)
https://www.polygon.com/23980876/unity-layoffs-weta-digital
https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/embracer-ceo-confirms-timesplitters-studio-faces-closure-before-christmas/
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/embracer-lay-off-around-50-people-at-chorus-and-galaxy-on-fire-developer-fishlabs
Full-screen ads interrupt gameplay in Assassin’s Creed, Ubisoft claims technical error (1:15:15)
https://www.pcgamer.com/assassins-creed-players-started-having-their-games-interrupted-by-full-screen-pop-up-ads-but-ubisoft-says-it-was-a-technical-error-and-quickly-patched-it/
Court docs reveal Google wanted to acquire Epic with the help of Tencent (1:18:45)
https://www.pcgamer.com/google-considered-buying-epic-games-according-to-updated-court-documents/
EA filed patent for us...
2023-11-301h 29
JimquisitionPodquisition 465: Consummate ProfessionalismWe get the job done.
Games we played this week include:
PS Portal (5:40)
Liyla and the Shadows of War (13:40)
Karmazoo (17:05)
An Arcade Full of Cats (23:40)
FlipWitch: The Forbidden Sex Hex (25:55)
AMC’s The Walking Dead: Destinies (34:45)
Quantum Break (49:00)
Dave the Diver (59:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Sexual bias case against Niantic moving forward (1:07:00)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/22/23972339/niantic-sexual-discrimination-lawsuit-gender-bias-arbitration
Epic rollout of age-restricted content in Fortnite has not gone well (1:08:40)
https://www.pcgamer.com/epic-admits-fortnites-new-age-ratings-didnt-hit-the-mark-says-a-new-system-is-coming-soon-as-part-of-a-big-in-game-event/
Unity releases early access AI tools for developers (1:17:15)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/unitys-push-for-responsibly-sourced-ai-tools
SEGA allegedly threatened its unionized workers with layoffs (1:15:45)
https://kotaku.co...
2023-11-231h 31
JimquisitionPodquisition 464: Rapscallion Behavior of the NinetiesIt would take so little to change the tone.
Games we played this week include:
Like A Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name (9:55)
Karmazoo (18:40)
Alien Hominid Invasion (36:10)
Backpack Hero (45:55)
Bladestorm (51:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Call of Duty Modern Warfare III only given 16 months dev time (1:02:05)
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-09/cod-modern-warfare-3-faces-bad-reviews-after-rushed-development
Strauss Zelnick said a bunch of troubling stuff about AI, pricing (1:08:25)
https://www.inverse.com/gaming/gta-6-generative-ai-take-two-ceo
https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/gta-6-publisher-ceo-thinks-videogame-prices-are-very-very-low-for-what-they-offer
Nintendo continues to suggest Switch 2 coming next year while not confirming its existence (1:14:15)
https://www...
2023-11-161h 42
JimquisitionPodquisition 463: Missed ConnectionsLike (smuggling) ships passing in the night.
Games we played this week include:
Alan Wake II (5:05)
Thirsty Suitors (17:05)
Robocop: Rogue City (35:05)
Dave the Diver (38:55)
WarioWare: Move It (1:07:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Out of the blue, a live-action Zelda film is announced (52:10)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951339/the-legend-of-zelda-movie-live-action-nintendo
Microsoft going all-in on AI game dev tools (55:35)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/microsoft-and-inworld-team-up-to-create-ai-game-dev-tools
Nintendo denies anyone has seen Switch 2 (1:07:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/nintendo-addresses-switch-2-reports-denies-it-has-briefed-developers
SEGA executive wants Sonic to surpass Mario as a franchise (1:10:40)
https://noisypixel.net/sega-wants-sonic-games-movies-surpass-mario/
Epic Store still losing money, expected to own half of PC...
2023-11-091h 23
JimquisitionPodquisition 462: Looking for DaddySomebody is going to need to step up.
Games we played this week include:
Alan Wake II (6:10)
Dave the Diver (47:22)
Robocop (54:14)
Spin Rhythm XD (1:07:50)
Lords of the Fallen (1:09:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Bungie lays off a hundred employees, delays projects (1:15:55)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/30/23938990/bungie-sony-layoffs-delays-destiny-final-shape-marathon
Microsoft warns it will soon disable unlicensed peripherals on Xbox (1:03:20)
https://variablemag.com/games/microsoft-banning-unauthorized-xbox-controllers-and-accessories/
Nintendo announces new restrictions on events involving their products (1:22:45)
https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Legal-information/Community-Tournament-Guidelines-2467744.html
Ubisoft Chief People Officer announces her departure (1:24:10)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/zen-studios-reportedly-has-more-than-30-redundancies
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2023-11-021h 28
JimquisitionPodquisition 461: The Bad PopThat part isn’t supposed to do that.
Games we played this week include:
Super Mario Bros. Wonder (8:15)
Sonic Superstars (38:45)
Sorry, We’re Closed (40:10)
Ebenezer and the Invisible World (44:25)
Vampire Survivors (49:25)
Meta Quest 3 (49:50)
Smash Drums (51:05)
Metal Gear Solid Master Collection (52:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Game about drunk driving pulled from eShop for 3+ age rating (1:01:05)
https://www.techradar.com/gaming/nintendo-switch/drink-and-drive-simulator-pulled-from-switch-eshop-after-releasing-with-a-pegi-3-age-rating
Skull Island devs were given a year to develop, most of it crunch (1:03:20)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/20/23925326/skull-island-rise-of-kong-development-gamemill-entertainment
Doug Bowser says Nintendo of America employees too happy to want a union (1:09:05)
https://www.inverse.com...
2023-10-261h 18
JimquisitionPodquisition 460: Let’s Get WetUtterly drenched.
Games we played this week include:
Super Mario Bros. Wonder (8:30)
Sonic Superstars (18:30)
Amanda the Adventurer (37:15)
Spider-Man 2 (39:50)
Lords of the Fallen (47:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft acquisition closed, Kotick expected to leave by end of year (1:17:05)
https://www.forbes.com/sites/conormurray/2023/10/13/activision-blizzard-ceo-bobby-kotick-set-to-leave-in-december-heres-what-to-know-about-his-controversies/
Microsoft promises not to interfere with union organizing for a couple months (1:21:30)
https://blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/2022/06/02/employee-organizing-engagement-labor-economy/
PS5 Slim needs a $30 stand to go vertical (57:55)
https://www.thegamer.com/sony-playstation-5-slim-vertical-stand-sold-seperately/
Modders have already made Mario Wonder flower say naughty words (1:27:15)
https://www.ign.com/articles/super-mario-bros-wonder-mod-turns-talking-flowers-foul-mouthed-nintendo-quickly-takes-action
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2023-10-191h 28
JimquisitionPodquisition 459: Live Reptile BirthThis is all on the up and up, we promise.
Games we played this week include:
PS5 Access Controller (8:30)
Elemental Survivors (22:15)
Warhammer 40k: Darktide (33:50)
Stardew Valley (36:55)
GWAR: Rumble in Antarctica (40:30)
Forza Motorsport 2023 (44:10)
A Tiny Sticker Tale (55:00)
Whisker Squadron: Survival (57:05)
Another Crab’s Treasure (58:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Bungie sued for wrongful termination by former HR manager (1:17:05)
https://www.ign.com/articles/former-bungie-hr-manager-is-suing-for-wrongful-termination-after-she-reported-potential-racial-bias
BioWare accused of underpaying severance for laid off workers (1:21:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/former-dragon-age-staff-seek-further-compensation-following-layoffs
Recently unionized QA workers for BioWare all lost their jobs (57:55)
https://www.polygon.com/23903782/dragon-age-dreadwolf-qa-workers-laid-off-keywords-studios
Game developer union forms in Po...
2023-10-121h 28
JimquisitionPodquisition 458: Semi-Conscious LifeI want something else. Like a bed.
Games we played this week include:
El Paso Elsewhere (8:30)
Amanda the Adventurer (30:00)
Model Builder (35:00)
Deep Rock Galactic Survivor (49:30)
Forza Motorsport 2023 (56:20)
Dynasty Warriors 9 (1:02:10)
Helldivers (1:05:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Epic lays off 16% of workers, gutting studios and seeking to liquidate assets (1:17:05)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/epic-laying-off-more-than-800
Hatoful Boyfriend dev claims two years of royalties unpaid by Epic (1:21:30)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/hatoful-boyfriend-dev-accuses-epic-of-unpaid-royalties
Fortnite to implement individual age ratings for all third-party content (57:55)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/3/23899988/fortnite-creative-age-ratings
Team 17 also lays off workers (1:27:15)
https://www.gameinformer.com/2023/10/02/worms-dredge-publisher-team17-is-the-latest-to-be-hit-by-layoffs
Naughty Dog quietly...
2023-10-051h 40
JimquisitionPodquisition 457: Absentee LandlordWorship that? Never.
Games we played this week include:
Payday 3 (12:30)
Amanda the Adventurer (18:25)
Rewind or Die (24:30)
Sniper Killer (26:40)
Train Sim World 4 (34:00)
Pinball Wicked (36:55)
Xenotilt (38:55)
Trombone Champ (41:10)
Halls of Torment (46:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
CMA withdraws major objections to Microsoft acquisition of ABK (52:42)
https://gamerant.com/microsoft-activision-acquisition-cma-preliminary-approval/
More layoffs at Embracer Group, including Crystal Dynamics (50:45)
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2023/09/embracer-group-more-tough-decisions-to-come-as-crystal-dynamics-suffers-layoffs
Capcom issues statement on Microsoft desire to acquire them (57:55)
https://www.eurogamer.net/capcom-would-gracefully-decline-an-acquisition-offer-from-microsoft
SAG-AFTRA votes to approve voice actor strike (1:00:00)
https://www.reuters.com/world/us/hollywoods-video-game-performers-authorize-strike-if-labor-talks-fail-2023-09-26/
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2023-09-281h 12
JimquisitionPodquisition 456: Extra Vocal SupportIt’s really important you know that they’re on your side.
Games we played this week include:
Lies of P (16:00)
Solar Ash (17:35)
F-Zero 99 (20:20)
Nun Massacre (27:10)
No One Lives Under the Lighthouse (27:35)
Blood Wash (31:40)
Trombone Champ (39:55)
Gloomhaven (42:05)
MythForce (47:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Microsoft leaks everything, like, everything, on FTC website (52:42)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/9/19/23880165/xbox-leak-ftc-documents-new-xbox-series-x-controller-next-gen
Ubisoft Montreal workers get screwed by sudden “return-to-office” demands (1:13:15)
https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/09/11/xbox-mastercard/
Unity makes a crap “apology” for runtime fees, but has not reversed course yet (1:37:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/unity-apologises-for-confusion-and-angst-over-fee-changes
Terraria developer Re-Logic donated $200k to alternative game engines...
2023-09-211h 34
JimquisitionPodquisition 455: Calm Collected CritiqueEveryone is being very reasonable about differences of opinion.
Games we played this week include:
Starfield (13:35)
Stardew Valley (20:15)
Lies of P (24:40)
Pokémon Scarlet/Violet (56:50)
Night at the Gates of Hell (58:15)
The Booty Creek Cheek Freak (1:04:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Unity to introduce ‘Runtime Fees’, charging devs for every install of a game (1:13:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/unity-reveals-plans-to-charge-per-game-install-drawing-criticism-from-development-community
An Xbox credit card is coming (1:36:10)
https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/09/11/xbox-mastercard/
ReedPop officially pulls out of E3 after putting on zero events (1:37:30)
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/reedpop-and-esa-part-ways-over-e3
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2023-09-141h 44
JimquisitionPodquisition 454: CronenboringIt’s a good scene and all, but…
Games we played this week include:
Starfield (14:30)
Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon (45:05)
Goodbye Volcano High (54:25)
Halls of Torment (1:01:10)
Sea of Stars (1:02:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Volition closed by Embracer Group (1:03:30)
https://www.polygon.com/23853963/saints-row-volition-closure-layoffs
Baldur’s Gate 3 wasn’t meant to be quite that horny (1:03:35)
https://www.pcworld.com/article/2055007/baldurs-gate-iii-game-bug-made-its-characters-too-horny.html
Charles Martinet doesn’t know what his new job is (1:23:15)
https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2023/09/charles-martinet-on-his-new-role-as-mario-ambassador-i-dont-know-what-that-is-yet
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2023-09-071h 15
JimquisitionPodquisition 453: Door TrekkinPainful payoff.
Games we played this week include:
Star Trucker (8:00)
Pizza Possum (11:20)
Immortals of Aveum (13:25)
Bomb Rush Cyberfunk (24:00)
Jackbox Party Pack 10 (32:00)
Sonic Superstars (39:55)
WrestleQuest (43:40)
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 (52:20)
Black Myth Wukong (54:10)
Homeworld 3 (58:35)
Billie Bust Up (1:00:45)
Space Boat (1:03:16)
Sea of Stars (1:05:15)
Goodbye Volcano High (1:08:20)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Bethesda didn’t give Starfield review code to many UK publications (1:12:40)
https://www.eurogamer.net/eurogamer-and-bethesda-starfield
Black Myth Wukong developer’s CEO has made some weird, sexually inappropriate posts (1:15:50)
https://www.resetera.com/threads/black-myth-wukong-developers-sexist-culture-and-sexually-explicit-remarks.474300/
Mortal Kombat 1 adds audio descriptors for fatalities (1:23:15)
https://www.pushsquare.com/news...
2023-08-311h 30
JimquisitionPodquisition 452: Doorway to HeavenOh, did you expect it to be opened first?
Games we played this week include:
Atlas Fallen (5:50)
Baldur’s Gate 3 (6:45)
SnowRunner (23:25)
Vampire Survivors (30:25)
PowerWash Simulator (38:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
MS to sell 15 years of streaming rights for ABK games to Ubisoft if merger succeeds (40:50)
https://www.businessinsider.com/microsoft-submits-revised-activision-blizzard-takeover-deal-2023-8
Charles Martinet announces retirement from voice acting for Nintendo (45:50)
https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/mario-voice-actor-retires-charles-martinet-nintendo-1235701097/
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2023-08-2451 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 451: Reflected ShameThe answer was inside yourself all along.
Games we played this week include:
Baldur’s Gate 3 (13:50)
30XX (34:50)
Stray Gods (42:00)
Atlas Fallen (52:25)
Vampire Survivors (54:50)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Failed Embracer Group deal discovered to have been with Saudis (58:50)
https://www.axios.com/2023/08/14/saudi-arabia-savvy-games-embracer-group
Pokémon Company announces tournament in Honolulu at the worst time (1:10:20)
https://www.gamespot.com/articles/pokemon-company-makes-donation-for-hawaii-relief-after-honolulu-2024-world-championships-announcement/1100-6516845/
New Xbox policy to ban players sure gives a lot of leeway (1:16:02)
https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2023/08/15/xbox-enforcement-strike-system/
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2023-08-171h 10
JimquisitionPodquisition 450: PundemoniumPeak comedy, that’s what this is.
Games we played this week include:
Vampire Survivors (7:45)
Clash: Artifacts of Chaos (18:50)
Halls of Torment (19:40)
Venba (28:35)
What the Golf? (34:50)
My Friendly Neighborhood (36:35)
Techtonica (44:20)
Fall Guys (46:25)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Devolver announces delays in a very Devolver way (48:00)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kkvgkZH6hYc
Microsoft makes its final appeal to UK’s CMA over their blocking of Activision merger (1:10:20)
https://www.ign.com/articles/microsoft-sends-final-submission-to-cma-as-activision-blizzard-buyout-saga-enters-endgame
Yes, Baldur’s Gate 3 has done very well (1:16:02)
https://gamingbolt.com/baldurs-gate-3-sold-over-2-5-million-in-early-access
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2023-08-101h 00
JimquisitionPodquistion 449: X HusbandHe's also divorced from reality, for what it's worth.
Games we played this week include:
Pikmin 4 (4:10)
Zeno Clash (10:10)
Clash: Artifacts of Chaos (16:35)
Venba (23:05)
Double Dragon Gaiden: Rise of the Dragons (29:05)
Sony Assist Controller Support (47:10)
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2023-08-0353 min
JimquisitionPodquisition 448: Wet Around the CollarSometimes you just have to stick your arm in that hole.
Games we played this week include:
Pikmin 4 (7:45)
Exoprimal (42:52)
YEAH! YOU WANT "THOSE GAMES," RIGHT? SO HERE YOU GO! NOW, LET'S SEE YOU CLEAR THEM! (48:10)
Spirit Hunters (54:50)
Army of Ruin (56:05)
Binding of Isaac: Repentance (59:05)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Games media being used by film studios to fill marketing holes caused by strikes (1:01:25)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvFZjo5PgG0
GLORBO (1:10:20)
https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2023/07/redditors-prank-ai-powered-news-mill-with-glorbo-in-world-of-warcraft/
Ubisoft poorly communicates their plan to prune inactive accounts (1:16:02)
https://www.eurogamer.net/ubisoft-is-suspending-inactive-accounts-disabling-access-to-game-libraries
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2023-07-271h 24
JimquisitionPodquisition 447: RoboCop’s HooptyObviously, the police just need more funding.
Games we played this week include:
Viewfinder (10:20)
Frostpunk (18:55)
Exoprimal (23:30)
My Friendly Neighborhood (43.10)
Gravity Circuit (53:30)
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News things talked about in this episode:
UK games industry trade group agrees to guidelines regarding kids and loot boxes (58:20)
https://www.eurogamer.net/uk-games-industry-to-restrict-access-to-loot-boxes-for-children
Deadlines pushed back on closing date of Microsoft acquisition of ABK, UK authority decisions (1:12:10)
https://www.theverge.com/2023/7/19/23797238/microsoft-activision-blizzard-merger-agreement-extension
https://www.gamesindustry.biz/uk-regulator-extends-deadline-on-final-decision-over-microsofts-acquisition-of-activision-blizzard
Sony deal ensures Call of Duty remains on PlayStation for a decade (1:02:25)
https://twitter.com/XboxP3/status/1680578783718383616
GTA 6 leaker deemed unfit to stand trial (1:03:15)
https://www.reuters.com/technology...
2023-07-201h 19
JimquisitionPodquisition 446: Don’t Listen Up My SkirtShow some respect.
Games we played this week include:
The Last Hope (11:20)
NieR:Automata (29:00)
Pokémon Sleep (31:30)
Bitzee (42.55)
Common’hood (48:40)
Aliens: Dark Descent (53:45)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Judge rules FTC cannot delay Microsoft acquisition of ABK, CMA still hanging on (1:01:05)
https://www.eurogamer.net/microsoft-wins-crucial-ftc-case-on-activision-blizzard-acquisition
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-07-11/ftc-leaning-toward-appealing-microsoft-activision-loss
https://www.theverge.com/2023/7/12/23792245/uk-cma-microsoft-activision-blizzard-deal-negotiations
The number of legally unobtainable games is staggering (1:12:10)
https://gamehistory.org/87percent/
Nintendo hasn’t made much headway in terms of gender gap (1:21:55)
https://www.axios.com/2023/07/06/nintendo-pay-gap-women
Yuji Naka sentenced for his financial crimes (1:23:35)
https://gonintendo.com/c...
2023-07-131h 28
JimquisitionPodquisition 372: The PS Vita SpecialA tribute.
Games we played this week include:
Pokémon Legends: Arceus (14:10)
Sifu (33:20)
Silent Hill Book of Memories (39:10)
Killzone Mercenaries (41:35)
God of War Chains of Olympus (44:30)
Unbound Saga (44:55)
Unit 13 (45:55)
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News things talked about in this episode:
Pokémon Legends Arceus sells 6.5m copies in a week, probably because it’s good (18:30)
https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2022-02-04-pokemon-legends-arceus-sells-6-5m-copies-in-seven-days
Google rumored to be dropping Stadia, trying to shop its tech around (46:40)
https://www.vg247.com/stadia-reportedly-deprioritized-inside-google-which-aims-to-secure-deals-under-google-stream-label
Microsoft is rolling out the anti-trust defense propaganda, points cheeky fingers at Apple (50:15)
https://blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-issues/2022/02/09/open-app-store-principles-activision-blizzard/
Ubisoft is lice...
2022-02-101h 12