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The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast400: Xbox shakeup aftermath, Xbox to be "sunset"?! Xbox leadership interview.๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! โ โ http://www.surfshark.com/XB2โ โ | 100% log free VPN! #ad
Jez and Rand are back in the saddle, this week discussing the aftermath of the big Xbox shakeup. We talk comments on Xbox being "shut down," Jez's big Xbox leadership interview, the big online drama, and much more.
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00:00:00: Intro, Xbox news and discussions, Bluepoint shut down.
00:50:00: Resident Evil Requiem, Overwatch x Nier, Game Pass costs.
02:00:00: Jez interviews Xbox, Sarah Bond...
2026-02-284h 25The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast399.5: Phil Spencer RETIRES, huge Xbox shakeup, PlayStation kills Bluepoint, Roblox takes over๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! โ โ http://www.surfshark.com/XB2โ โ | 100% log free VPN! #ad
Time for another XB2! This is a 399.5 special as Jez is out on location. Rand is joined by Cognito of Defining Duke and Iron Lords Podcast to discuss the latest gaming news, as Phil Spencer retires LIVE mid-show.
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00:00:00: Intro, Marathon vs. Destiny 2. Rand plays Reanimal.
00:20:00: Phil Spencer retires. Sarah Bond leaves, or fired?
00:54:00: Who is new CEO Asha Sharma?
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2026-02-214h 12The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast396: RAND IS BACK! Xbox Dev_Direct reactions, Fable, FH6 revealed, Ubisoft implodingRAND IS BACK! This week, we talk Xbox Dev Direct, Fable and Forza Horizon 6 reactions, Ubisoft imploding, and much more.
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00:00:00: Rand returns! Industry layoffs, AI bubble.
00:35:00: Playground Games, Xbox exclusivity and strategy, Halo's future.
01:28:00: Xbox Developer_Direct discussion, Forza, Fable.
02:05:00: Kiln, XboxTax + Nintendo rebate? In-game ads coming?
02:50:00: Next-gen Xbox and PS6 delayed? Call of Duty cooked?
03:35:00: Ubisoft in omni-crisis. Patreon Q&A.
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2026-01-244h 40The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast395: Xbox News with Jez, gaming industry downturn, AI dominating?Join Jez for another Xbox Two Podcast! This week, we discuss questions from the audience, analyse the near-term future of gaming, disruption from AI, and much more.
Thanks to everyone for your support during this solo show stint, as Rand continues to deal with family matters.
2026-01-172h 35The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast394: Xbox in 2026 rumor explosion, Xbox Dev_Direct, and what's next for Xbox?๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! โ โ http://www.surfshark.com/XB2โ โ | 100% log free VPN! #ad
Jez flies solo again as Rand deals with a family tragedy. This week, we talk rumors about the Xbox January Direct, we discuss Jez's preview of Xbox's 2026, and also debate Xbox's hardware future.
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The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast388: Xbox Partner Preview, The Game Awards nominees, Battlefield beats Call of Duty?!Rand and Jez return with another Xbox Two Podcast! This week, we talk the Xbox Partner Preview event, The Game Awards nominees, Battlefield beating out Call of Duty in first weekend sales, and much more.
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TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro, Silent Hill 2 hits Xbox. Battlefield 6 vs. Black Ops 7.00:50:00: ANOTHER Xbox price increase? Resetera hates Jez. Steam Machine price?01:20:00: Next-gen Xbox release date expectations, Ubisoft is doing well?0...
2025-11-233h 44The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast386: Grand Theft Auto 6 DELAYED, Xbox 2026 Plans, Arc Raiders explodes๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! โ http://www.surfshark.net/XB2โ | 100% log free VPN! #ad
Jez and Rand RETURN. This week, we talk GTA 6 and how it impacts Xbox's plans, we talk Arc Raiders blowing tf up, and hints that PlayStation might be following Xbox's strategy once again ...
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00:00:00: Intro, Mass Effect N7 Day, remasters vs. remakes. Gaming and TV.
00:28:00: Next Xbox in 2027? Ai in the media. Switch 2 sales figures.
01:02:00: Rand loves Arc Raiders. GTA...
2025-11-083h 43The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast385: Next-gen Xbox hardware, Halo Campaign Evolved, TikTok competition blame?!๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! http://www.surfshark.net/XB2 | 100% log free VPN! #ad
Rand and Jez are BACK, and this week, we do an extra long show to make up for Rand's flu! We talk next-gen Xbox hardware rumors, Satya's TikTok comments, Halo Campaign Evolved drama, and much more!
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TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro, Xbox Ally fun, Fallout 4 update, xCloud upgrades.00:30:00: Rand plays Keeper, Ninja Gaiden, Arc Raiders and Battlefield BR.01:00:00: Xbox vs. TikTok.01:40:00: Halo CE revealed...
2025-11-044h 29The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast383: Xbox cancels next-gen console! ... or maybe not. Halo Studios leadership issues, and the strange future.๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=926&aff_id=37504 | 100% log free VPN! #Sponsor
Jez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two Pod! This week, we talk the big drama of the past week, from the Xbox Game Pass price hike, to the misinformation about Xbox's next-gen console hardware. We also talk Halo Studios and its future, and Jez has a little too much vodka.
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TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro, Machine Games' next title? Expeditio...
2025-10-114h 08The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast377: Xbox @ Gamescom 2025, Xbox and PlayStation collab, Forza Horizon 6 in Japan?๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=926&aff_id=37504 | 100% log free VPN! #Sponsor
Rand and Shpeshal Nick of XboxEra.com catch up while Jez is out at Gamescom! The duo talk Gamescom announcements and ONL, Helldivers 2 and Halo teaming up, leaks and the gaming industry, Black Myth Wukong, and much, much more.
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TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro, Helldivers 2 and Halo collab. 00:48:00: Leaks in the gaming industry, Returnal coming to Xbox?01:28:00: Bungie woes, game dev...
2025-08-244h 34The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast370: Xbox's mass layoffs, Helldivers 2 hits Xbox, Perfect Dark, Everwild, and more cancelled๐ฆ Get Surfshark 80% OFF! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=926&aff_id=37504 | 100% log free VPN! #Sponsor
Jez and Rand gear up for peek into Xbox's future, following mass layoffs hitting hundreds of staffers at Microsoft Gaming.
We talk Contraband, Forza Motorsport, and other potentially damaged projects, we talk the cancellation of Perfect Dark and Everwild, and also discuss Helldivers 2, and whether or not Sony will bring even more PlayStation games to Xbox.
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2025-07-055h 00The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast363: Xbox next-gen plans, DOOM: The Dark Ages, Bungie steals Marathon's art, Kennan update, and more๐ฆ SPONSOR: Support us and get 86% OFF two years Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! โ https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504
JEZ IS BACK! Rand and Jez get in the podcast seat for the latest Xbox Two. This week, we talk Gears of War Reloaded and an update on the Gears of War cinematic universe, we have an update on Project Kennan, and some thoughts on DOOM: The Dark Ages. We share thoughts on GTA 6 trailer, and Xbox's price hikes. Rumors of the next Xbox running on Arm, and much more.
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2025-05-174h 08The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast356: Xbox and Steam, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xbox TV shows, Xbox Play AnywhereSPONSOR: Grab 86% OFF an over 2-year deal for SURFSHARK VPN, the best VPN with guaranteed zero-logs, maximum privacy, and full geo-unblocking! ๐ฆJez and Rand gear up for another XB2! This week, we talk Xbox and Steam rumors and expectations, Rand shares thoughts on Assassin's Creed Shadows, Phil Spencer teases more Xbox TV shows, and Microsoft doubles down on Xbox Play Anywhere at GDC. ๐ Support us and go AD-FREE on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00:ย Intro, Activision...
2025-03-223h 57The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast347: Xbox Dev_Direct, Xbox Prime "next gen" rumor, Halo on PS5, FF7 on XboxRand returns with Jez for the latest episode of the Xbox Two Podcast. This week, we talk Xbox Developer Direct rumors, the latest on Xbox's multiplatform strategy, Final Fantasy 7 heading out to Xbox, and much more. ๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00:ย Intro, Assassin's Creed delayed, Dark Rand appears. Xbox "Prime." 01:41:00:ย Xbox Developer_Direct rumors, NateTheHate speculation and leaks. 02:18:00:ย Speculation on Xbox Game Pass success or lack thereof, Activision's rumor Call of Duty budgets. Black Myth...
2025-01-113h 59The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastJez goes solo, Xbox's 2025, Black Myth Wukong situation, and moreWith Rand sick with the flu, Jez dropped a little solo show taking questions from the audience. Please forgive the lack of typical structure, we'll be back to usual programming next week hopefully!๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! http://MANSCAPED.com #adTIMESTAMPS:00:00:00:ย Intro, Black Myth Wukong Xbox release.00:50:00:ย Valve at CES 2025, Xbox 2025 predictions. Halo and DOOM Secret L...
2025-01-052h 23The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXB2+1-1+2 (XMAS SPECIAL): Jez, Jon, and Luke recap Xbox's 2025AIRED FIRST ON PATREON: December 23, 2024. With Rand unavailable, this month's XB2+1 ended up being an XB2+1-1+2 as Jon from XboxERA and Luke from Xbox Expansion Pass jumped in to recap this year in Xbox land. We talk Xbox OEM hardware rumors, Xbox's "This is an Xbox" push, sprinkle in some rumors, and wrap up 2025 in a nice shiny red bow. Follow JON @ XboxEra: https://www.youtube.com/c/XboxEraFollow LUKE @ XAP: https://www.youtube.com/@XboxExpansionPass
2024-12-261h 32The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast345: Xbox 2025 release Plans, Xbox "redefining fans," no more Xbox exclusives?Jez and Rand get into another week of Xbox drama. This week, we talk Xbox's 2025 release schedule. Satya Nadella's "redefining fans" comment, and the potential death of the "Xbox console exclusive." SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! http://MANSCAPED.com #ad๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00:ย Intro, Jez's article on "no more exclusives." 00:30:00:ย The Game Awards. 01:13:09:ย "This is an Xbox" discussio...
2024-12-214h 02The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast344: The Game Awards, Witcher 4, Outer Worlds 2, Elden Ring Nightreign?!Rand and COLT get into this week's Xbox news, as Jez has been a bit ill. Poor Jez. But Colt holds down the fort! This week, Rand talks everything Game Awards, and the drama that followed. ๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Ad-free, extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! #adTIMESTAMPS:00:00:00:ย Intro and Housekeeping, Xbox's Pornhub collapse.00:23:50:ย Indiana Jones GOTY speculation, Xbox cloud gaming update...
2024-12-153h 47The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast341: Xbox everywhere, STALKER 2, Avowed previews, PlayStation buying From Software?!Welcome to the latest episode of Xbox Two! This week, Jez and Rand talk Xbox's plans for the future and tease some possible news for December, we talk Avowed's positive previews, STALKER 2's rocky launch, and PlayStation's intent to buy Kadokawa, and thus FromSoftware. SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! #ad๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro, new Xbox accessories for December? Jez's Fable info...
2024-11-233h 52The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast340: "This is an Xbox," Xbox and "no red lines," Shadow of The Game AwardsJez and Rand get into another week of juicy gaming news. This week, we talk The Game Awards, Microsoft's "This is an Xbox" campaign, Microsoft's "no red lines" Xbox multiplat comments, with a hint of Fable gameplay teasing too. SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! http://MANSCAPED.com #ad๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro, The Game Awards, Rand beats Dragon Age: The Veilguard. 0...
2024-11-193h 56The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast339: Death Stranding hits Xbox, GTA6 vs. Xbox Series S, WB Games imploding?This week, Jez and Rand get into Death Stranding on Xbox, and if it means more multiplats are on the way. We talk Take Two financials and Xbox Series S comments, and the Switch 2 "reveal" and what it means for Xbox and competition. And much more! SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! http://MANSCAPED.com #ad๐ 15% OFF: Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00:ย Intro, Rand's thought...
2024-11-093h 16The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast337: Xbox's multiplat future, Black Ops 6, Ubisoft sucks, Helldivers 2 on Xbox?Jez and Rand kick it up for another Xbox Two Podcast, this week, we talk Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Xbox's multiplatform future rumors, Fallout Day, Helldivers 2 on Xbox comments, Ubisoft's downfall, and much more. SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! http://MANSCAPED.com #ad๐ Support us on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A sessions, and more. ๐TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00: Intro. Rand hates Ubisoft. 00:50:00: Games we've been playing, Rand talks Black Ops 6 campaig...
2024-10-263h 54The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast332: Xbox @ TGS, Palworld vs. Nintendo, Switch 2 leaked, Starfield expac hype?!Join Jez and Rand for the latest Xbox Two Podcast! This week, we talk Xbox at the Tokyo Game Show, the rumored Switch 2 leak, AI and super resolution, Cocord's reported dev costs, and much more. SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with checkout code XB2! Boxers, razors, cologne, men's gifts, and more! #adPATREON: Join us on Patreon.com/XB2 for two extra shows per month, exclusive Q&A guaranteed, and much more. HTTP://patreon.com/XB2 ๐TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00:ย Intro and housekeeping. Game Pass...
2024-09-223h 55The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast329: Xbox reveals Indiana for PS5, Black Myth Wukong 'exclusivity,' Star Wars OutlawsJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two show! Rand returns recovering from Covid, so excuse the audio issues! We talk PS5 Pro and what it means for Xbox, Star Wars Outlaws, Indiana Jones revealed for PlayStation, Black Myth Wukong's Xbox exclusion, and much more.PATREON: Go ad-free and get Q&As with our Patreon! Patreon.com/XB2! SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and free shipping with checkout code XB2 at MANSCAPED.COM!DISCORD: Join our awesome community at http://discord.gg/XB2! TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00: I...
2024-08-313h 49The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXB2+1-2 (SPECIAL) Jez talks Gamescom 2024, Xbox strategy, Tokyo Game Show rumors, and moreWith Rand struck down with Covid-19, Jez flies solo for this week's Xbox Two special. Jez gets into Gamescom 2024, Xbox's multiplatform strategy, with questions from the audience and rumors about Tokyo Game Show and what Microsoft might announce there, thoughts on Indiana Jones and Avowed, and much more!SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with checkout code XB2! PATREON: Go ad-free and support our work at Patreon.com/XB2! DISCORD: Join our community Discord! http://discord.gg/XB2! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices...
2024-08-242h 28The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast326: COD MW3 hits Xbox Game Pass, STALKER 2 delayed, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xbox Cloud GamingJez and Rand gear up for another week of Xboxxy news. We talk Call of Duty hitting Xbox Game Pass, Stalker 2 getting delayed, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xbox Cloud Gaming's future, and much more.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with checkout code XB2! Boxers, razors, cologne, and much more! PATREON: Go ad-free and buy us a coffee with Patreon.com/XB2! TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro. Rand al "Prediction" and CoD hits Game Pass. 00:50:00:ย SAG video game performers to strike. Stalker 2 delayed. More d...
2024-07-273h 16The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast322: Xbox teams up with Amazon? Elden Ring explosion, Forza Horizon 4 delistedJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two Podcast. This week, we talk about Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree DLC and its popularity, we talk Xbox's big partnership with Amazon and why it's a good thing, as well as new rumored partnership with NVIDIA. We discuss Forza Horizon's delisting and the future of physical media, and much more. PATREON: Go ad-free, support us, and get extra shows and Q&As with our Patreon! http://PATREON.com/XB2SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with checkout code XB2!DISCORD: Say hi on...
2024-06-302h 59The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast319: Xbox Game Showcase rumors, Xbox handheld tease, Summer Game FestJez and Rand gear up for the final XB2 podcast before the big SGF 2024 events. This week, we discuss the latest rumors, talk Xbox handheld tease, Summer Game Fest 2024 rumors, and much more.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at HTTP://MANSCAPED.COM with checkout code XB2! Razors, boxers, cologne, and MUCH MORE! #adPATREON: Get guaranteed Q&A, extra shows, behind the scenes, and support us at HTTP://patreon.com/XB2! TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00: Intro, Dragon Age news.00:50:00: Jez goes solo, then Rand goes solo. Xbox Showcase rumors.01:20:00: Tom Warren's Halo r...
2024-06-083h 38The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast316: Xbox gets a new studio, Call of Duty hits Game Pass, Assassin's Creed ShadowsRand is joined by ColtEastwood and Lord Cognito to talk all things Xbox! Jez is off in Poland visiting 11 Bit Studios, so Rand has some guests on deck. The guys talk about the new Xbox studio Elsewhere, as well as Call of Duty hitting Xbox Game Pass. The chaps also talk GTA6 release date, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xbox "Doom and Gloom," and much more. SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF with code XB2 @ Manscaped.com! PATREON: Support us on Patreon.com/XB2 and get episodes early and exclusive Q&As! Discord: Join us on...
2024-05-193h 53The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast314: Xbox Showcase hype, Call of Duty direct, Bethesda updates, Jez ruins everythingJez and Rand get into another week of gaming news! This week, we talk Xbox Showcase hype, Call of Duty direct, Bethesda game updates, and Jez being an agent of CHAOS.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with checkout code XB2! Razors, boxers, cologne, gifts for the cool dude in your life! Support us! GO AD-FREE with PATREON.COM/XB2!
2024-05-043h 51The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast313: Xbox financials, Gears 6 and Fallout 5 rumors, Hellblade 2 metacritic predictionsJez and Rand get into another week of Xbox and gaming news. This week, we talk Xbox's financials, we also talk Hellblade 2 and metacritic predictions, we also get into more Fallout love and Gears 6 Xbox showcase rumors, and much more.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE shipping at MANSCAPED.COM with code XB2 | Razors, boxers, cologne, and much more! #adPATREON: Support us on Patreon.com/XB2 and get access to exclusive shows, ad-free episodes, and more! TIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro, Rand's thoughts on Tales of Kenzera: Zau, Jez plays Fallout 76.00:45:00:ย Helldivers 2 o...
2024-04-273h 45The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast311: Xbox's big plans, Dead Space Dead, Fallout hypeJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two Podcast! This week, we talk about Xbox's future plans and the potential risks and rewards therein. Dead Space being well and truly dead, again, and the Fallout hype train.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2! Razors, cologne, boxers, and much more! GO AD-FREE: Join us on Patreon.com/XB2 and get exclusive perks! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro, Fallout hype train.00:30:00: Mike Ybarra tweets, Blizzard and NetEase bury the hatchet. Another studio closes.01:00:00: Rand on the...
2024-04-133h 52The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast310: Hellblade II previews, Gears 6 hype, Xbox growth plansJoin Jez and Rand for another round of Xbox Two goodness! This week, we talk Hellblade II previews, Gears 6 hype cycle, Xbox growth plans and growing pains, and much more.PATREON: Get shows without ads on PATREON.COM/XB2 and support us!
2024-04-064h 13The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast307: Hellblade 2 Xbox multiplat rumors, PS5 Pro leaked, AAA turmoilJez and Rand get into another week of Xbox and gaming news. Jez addresses the Hellblade 2 multiplatform rumors, the PS5 Pro specs get leaked live on air, and we talk AAA rumors and the future of console gaming. SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF and FREE SHIPPING at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2. Boxers, razors, shavers, cleansers, and much more! DISCORD: Join our community Discord! Discord.gg/XB2PATREON: Support us on PATREON.COM/XB2 for extra shows, and more!TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro, Hellblade 2 rumors. 00:50:00: Palworld devs open to...
2024-03-163h 37The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast299: Xbox Dev_Direct hype, Indiana Jones, Xbox on ARM, Xbox third-party 'drama'Join Jez and Rand for the latest Xbox Two Podcast! This week, we discuss the latest rumors around the Xbox Developer_Direct, talk Indiana Jones rumors and Prince of Persia gameplay, we also get into more Xbox "third-party" drama, and other newsy bits from the week. PATREON: This week, we also talked to MVG all about Xbox and gaming, exclusively on Patreon.com/XB2! SPONSOR: Grab free breakfasts FOR LIFE with our HelloFresh.com/xboxtwofree checkout code "XboxTwoFree." ๐ America's #1 Meal Kit. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro, Final Fantasy predictions, superchats.00:45:00: Project Tatanka can...
2024-01-173h 57The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast295: Xbox's secret weapon, PS5's service game problem, Xbox next gen?!Rand and Jez gear up for another Xbox Two Super Show! This week, we talk Xbox's secret weapon in Japan, PS5's service game woes, and the rumors of Xbox's next gen consoles coming sooner than expected. PATREON: Support us on Patreon and go ad-free, with bonus shows and early access! http://PATREON.com/XB2SPONSOR: Get free breakfasts FOR LIFE with our Hello Fresh code XboxTwoFree. For America's #1 meal kit! http://HelloFresh.com/XboxTwoFreeTIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro.00:20:00: Xbox's end-of-year stats, IGN Game Pass article drama00:40:00: Xbox to...
2023-12-163h 50The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast293: Phil Spencer interview, Xbox 'third party' drama, GTA6, Xbox mobile plansJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two super show! This week, we discuss Jez's interview with Phil Spencer, the drama over Xbox going "third party" according to fanboiz, GTA 6 breaking the internet, Xbox's mobile store plans, and much more.ย SPONSOR: Get 15% OFF at RAYCON EARBUDS right here: http://buyraycon.com/XB2 SPONSOR: Get free breakfasts FOR LIFE with our code XboxTwoFree at Hello Fresh! http://HelloFresh.com/xboxtwofree ๏ปฟPATREONMTIMESTAMPS:00:00:00: Intro. XB2 Community Game Awards.00:50:00: MS Reward Points nerfed, GTA 6 marketing.01:30:00: Tim Stewart's comments, Jez int...
2023-12-023h 55The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast291: The Game Awards, the "Xbox Tax," and GTA6Join Jez and Rand for this week's Xbox Two show! This time, we discuss The Game Awards, the so-called "Xbox Tax," GTA6 potential $100 price?! and much more.ย SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF with our checkout code XB2 at MANSCAPED.COM, new products, great Christmas gifts, and Black Friday sale!GO AD FREE: Support us on Patreon to get extra shows completely without ads! Patreon.com/XB2TIMESTAMPS:ย 00:00:00: Intro, Jez's thoughts on Xbox Series S, GTA 6 release date.00:23:00: Mike Ybarra comments on Xbox partnership, remakes and new IP.01:08:00: Console parity, Ra...
2023-11-183h 54The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast286: Xbox to close ABK deal, Redfall hits 60 FPS, Forza thoughtsJez and Rand talk the latest Xbox news in this week's XB2 show. We discuss the reports that Xbox will close the ABK deal on Jez's birthday?! Redfall finally gets updated to 60 FPS, Rand offers some thoughts on Forza Motorsport, and much more.๐ง SPONSOR: Grab RAYCON EARBUDS at 20 to 40% off with code BIRTHDAY at http://buyRaycon.com/XB2 !! #ad ๐ง๐ Join us on Patreon! Ad-free shows, two exclusive podcasts per month, guaranteed Q&As, and more! http://patreon.com/XB2 ๐TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro00:12:00: What we've been playing (Forza, Darktide, and more)01:15:0...
2023-10-073h 51The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast285: Jez returns! Big Xbox leaks, Xbox's future, Jim Ryan quits PlayStation, and more!Jez is BACK from Iceland and hanging out with Rand_Al_Thor_19, the man with the 100K subscribers! This week, we recap last week's insane news cycle, from the wild Xbox leaks, to Phil's emails, and more. We talk PlayStation's Jim Ryan leaving and the future of the industry in general, and much more.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2. Boxers, razors, shavers, cologne, and MORE!PATREON: Join our Patreon for ad-free episodes, guaranteed Q&As, and more! http://patreon.com/XB2TIMESTAMPS: 00:00:00: Intro!00:28:00...
2023-09-303h 53The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast284: Xbox's MEGA LEAKS, Xbox wins ABK approval, Phil wants Nintendo?!Join Rand, Colt Eastwood, and Lord Cognito to discuss one of the biggest weeks of Xbox news so far this year! JEZ sure picked a good week for a vacation huh?(Timestamps will come a bit later cuz it's super hard uploading and formatting the show on my phone. If you need them sooner they're up on Rand's YouTube!) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
2023-09-233h 55The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast282: Starfield breaks records, Xbox's next big show, Starfield hateJez is back after some COVID fun with a new Xbox Two Podcast with Rand! This week, we discuss our Starfield impressions, the ongoing discourse, and the confusion from the games' media about Xbox having some kind of "win." We talk Nintendo Switch 2 rumors, PC gaming handhelds, and also Xbox's Tokyo Game Show potential announcements.SPONSOR: Get 15% OFF an epic Valari gaming pillow with our code XB2 at http://Valari.gg or https://glnk.io/8l99j/xb215 ๐๐ป๐ฎPATREON: Go ad-free on PATREON, with guaranteed Q&A sessions, and more. http://patreon.com/XB2Timesta...
2023-09-093h 51
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast280: Xbox @ Gamescom, Xbox Series S drama, Starfield leaks, Phil Spencer interviewedJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two super show. This week, we discuss the big Gamescom blowout, with hands-on impressions with Towerborne and other upcoming Xbox games. We discuss the latest round of Xbox Series S "FUD" and the on-going negativity orbiting Starfield and its leaks. We also discuss Phil Spencer's interview with IGN, and much more.SPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2 | Razors, boxers, beard products, and much more!PATREON: Get extra podcasts, early access, and our guaranteed Q&A session over here: http://patreon.com/XB2
2023-08-293h 49
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast279: Starfield hype, Starfield hate, Xbox 360 dies, GamescomJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two show! This week, we talk Starfield, the death of the Xbox 360, Gamescom 2023, and much more!ย
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Timestamps:
00:00:00 - Intro
00:05:00 - XB2+1 with Colin Moriarty
00:10:00 - Starfield review dates
00:23:00 - Baldur's Gate 3, what we've been playing
00:53:00 - Hi-Fi Rush, 2023 the best gaming year for over a decade? Game delays.
01:10:00 - Linus Tech Tips d...
2023-08-193h 50
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast277: Xbox's Gamescom event, Starfield 'hate', Baldur's Gate 3 dominatesJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two Podcast! This week, Jez and Rand talk Baldur's Gate 3's runaway success, Xbox @ Gamescom, the run of Starfield FUD, and much more.
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00:08:00 - Xbox @ ONL (Gamescom)
00:14:00 - Faux Starfield concern v BG3...
2023-08-053h 46
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast276: Xbox to buy SEGA?! Square Enix rejoins Xbox, PS5 Pro, Remnant 2, Oblivion remake?Jez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two, slightly late due to Rand needing some beauty sleep ...
This week, we talk Xbox's next big acquisition, the huge news of Square Enix rejoining Xbox, Xbox's hardware "crisis" and the Xbox Series S debate, rumors of an Oblivion remake, Remnant 2, and much more.
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00:00:00 - START.
00:20:00 - Remnant 2...
2023-08-013h 45
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast271: Xbox vs. FTC, PlayStation caught lying, Indiana Jones, Phil Spencer speaksJez and Rand gear up for the latest episode of the Xbox Two Podcast! This week, it's all about the big Xbox vs. FTC court case. PlayStation gets caught in a lie, and Microsoft reveals Indiana Jones is exclusive to Xbox. We discuss Phil Spencer's comments, latest Starfield news, and much more.ย
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2023-06-253h 21
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast268: Xbox Showcase Predictions, Diablo IV, Redfall development, CMA dramaJoin Jez and Rand for the big Xbox (not E3) Showcase Predictions! We run through our expectations for Microsoft's big June Xbox show, discuss reports of Redfall's development issues, get into the latest CMA ABK drama, and much more!
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 - START: Superchats! Fable RUMORS / teasing?! Fallout 4 HD, Fallout TV show?!
01:21:00 - What we've be...
2023-06-033h 50
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast259: PS5 Pro and Xbox Series XL?! Sony gets called out, Resident Evil 4, Diablo IV betaIt's time for another Xbox Two supershow! This week, Rand and Jez discuss the rumors of the PS5 Pro and whether Xbox should make one too. We talk about Resident Evil 4, ExoPrimal, and the Diablo IV beta. We discuss the latest happenings in the ABK deal, and how most third-party developers seem to be in favor of the deal. And much more!
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2023-03-183h 49
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast257: Microsoft to SELL Xbox?! Xbox Activision deal approval?! PlayStation's BIG LOSS?! STARFIELD?!Time for another Xbox Two supershow! This week, catch up with Rand and Jez as we discuss the latest drama around Xbox. Comments that Microsoft could SELL Xbox, rumors that the EU is gearing up to approve the Xbox + Activision deal, PlayStation gets a subpoena, where's the Starfield direct?! and much, much more!ย
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TIMESTAMPS:ย
00:00:00 - START. ย
00:05:00 - Wo Long thoughts. Octopath Traveller (?!?!), Atomic Heart. ย
00:32:00 - Jez's horse in the Activision race. Xbox's mobile strategy? ย
00:46:00 - Starfield event, where?! Starfield launch date. FFXVI...
2023-03-043h 57
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast256: Xbox & Nintendo Deal, Xbox Activision Event, Baldur's Gate 3, Starfield DirectJez and Rand gear up for another XB2 super show! This week, we discuss the major Xbox + Activision event in Brussells and Jez's trip over there, we talk Xbox and Nintendo and what it means for Xbox fans, the drama surrounding Baldur's Gate 3, and what about a Starfield Developer_Direct?!
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2023-02-253h 49
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast252: Hi-Fi Rush, Dev_Direct, FTC shenanigans, Starfield LAUNCH DATE?!Jez and Rand drop another Xbox Two! This week, we discuss Hi-Fi Rush, the Xbox Developer_Direct, latest rumors around Starfield, Jim Lyin' Flyin' Ryan heading to Europe, and much more!
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๏ปฟTIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 - START!
00:12:30 - Superchats: Starfield in MARCH?! Rand gaslights everyone. Nick gaslights everyone with Goldeneye. Remakes good. Dead Space Remake GOOD.
00:56:00 - Superchats: Hi-Fi Rush and Japanese games. Day Before drama.ย
01:05:00 - Xbox goes WOK...
2023-01-293h 52
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXB2 #250: Xbox Developer_Direct, Ubisoft problems, Game Pass Family Plan? SCALEBOUND?!Rand and Jez hit episode 250! This week, we discuss the leaked Xbox + Bethesda Developer_Direct showcase, get into Ubisoft's problems and Ubisoft+ hitting Xbox, discuss Game Pass Family Plan potentially rolling out more broadly, Activision-Blizzard problems, and MUCH more!ย
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TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 - START!
00:09:16 - Housekeeping stuffs.ย
00:21:00 - Rand thoughts on Callisto Protocol. Avowed with co-op? Goldeneye soon?ย
00:39:00 - Xbox Developer_Direct leaks, Forza Horizon devs leaving.ย
00:59:00 - Xbox Developer_Direct show thoughts.ย
01:28:48 - Sta...
2023-01-163h 10
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXB2 #243: Xbox vs PlayStation hypocrisy, fresh Xbox Activision Blizzard deal drama, Evil WestJez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two supershow! This week, we discuss Sony and Microsoft's disclosures to regulators and their "reasons" why they want/hate the Activision-Blizzard deal for Xbox. We also get into Evil West, God of War Ragnarok sales, and much, much more!
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2022-11-273h 32
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXB2 #242: God of War Ragnarok thoughts, Xbox Series S sale, The Game Awards, Obsidian on Fallout 5Time for another Xbox Two supershow! This week, Jez and Rand discuss Vampire Survivors, Rand gives his thoughts on God of War: Ragnarok, we talk The Game Awards and our favorite titles of 2022, we discuss the Xbox Series S price cut and Obsidian's comments on potentially returning to Fallout, and much, much more!
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2022-11-194h 07
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast241: EU "bias" against Microsoft?! Xbox Series X|S hits 2 years old, Gears on Netflix!?The Xbox Two is back! And this week Rand & Jez will be talking about if the EU has a PlayStation Bias when it comes to the Xbox Activision Blizzard Deal, our thoughts on the 2-year Anniversary of the Xbox Series X|S, can Netflix do the Gears of War universe justice?! And much more.ย
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2022-11-134h 00
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast240: New Xbox partnerships, the future of Xbox, Marvel games, Call of Duty MW2The Xbox Two Podcast is back! And this week Rand & Jez will be talking about the new Xbox partnerships like Eidos working on Fable, Phil Spencer talks the future of Xbox and teasing new hardware, EA announcing more games with Marvel, Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 is the biggest COD ever and so much more!
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Timestamps:
00:07:22 - Intro
00:23:19 - 5 Superchat Questions
00:48:25 - Top 5 Xbox Studios and more Questions
01:29:16 - What we are playing (Gotham Knights, The Entropy...
2022-11-054h 01
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast239: Xbox Game Pass growth, Xbox dashboard, Xbox price increases, HICCUPSJez and Rand go LIVE for another XB2 SUPER SHOW! This week, we discuss Xbox Game Pass' growth and financials, the new Xbox dashboard, and also the possibility of Xbox price increases.ย Jez also gets a mega bout of hiccups, and Rand screws up with a hot mic.
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2022-10-293h 59
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast236: Brazil approves Xbox's Activision deal, Overwatch 2 launch woes, PlayStation games hit PC day and dateSPONSOR: Get 20% OFF at MANSCAPED.COM with our checkout code XB2 | Razors, boxers, cologne, and MUCH MORE! #ad
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Rand and Jez are back for another Xbox Two super show! This week, we discuss the latest round of news regarding the Xbox Activision deal, with Brazil essentially trolling Sony. We also get into the weeds with PlayStation games potentially hitting PC day and date, and also discuss Overwatch 2 and its launch problems, and Mario's voice acting controversy. We also discuss what it means to be a wrench in...
2022-10-083h 48
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast235: Xbox heads to regulators for Activision, Google Stadia is DEAD, and fresh Halo Infinite rumorsJez and Rand are back for another week of Xbox shenanigans! This week, we discuss the Xbox and Activision deal and fresh regulatory "concerns," rumors of a MASSIVE change within Halo Infinite, rumors that Xbox is gunning for a studio in Japan after the Activision deal closes, and the untimely (timely) death of Google Stadia. RIP.ย
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2022-10-013h 34
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast232: Bonnie Ross leaves Halo behind, new Xbox dashboard, PlayStation's Activision-Blizzard complaintsJez and Rand get into another week of Xbox news, a little later than usual! This week, we discuss Jim Ryan and Phil Spencer's public spat over the Activision-Blizzard deal for Xbox, we discuss the future of Halo in the wake of Bonnie Ross' retirement from the franchise, we examine the new Xbox dashboard, and much more!
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2022-09-133h 11
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast231: Halo Infinite DISAPPOINTMENT, Activision deal DRAMA, Call of Duty on Xbox GAME PASS?!Jez and Rand gear up for another Xbox Two Podcast supershow! This week, we discuss the drama revolving around Halo Infinite and YET MORE delays. We discuss the UK CMA getting into it with the Activision x Microsoft deal, and what it could mean for Xbox Game Pass. We talk about this week's games, and much more!
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2022-09-033h 31
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast230: PlayStation PRICE HIKE drama, Gamescom previews, Phil Spencer media interviewJoin Rand and Jez for another Xbox Two Podcast show! This week, we discuss Phil Spencer's comments to Bloomberg, we talk Gamescom games such as Lies of P, Callisto Protocol, Pentiment, and more, and get into some epic PlayStation price hike drama.
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2022-08-283h 37
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast229: Death Stranding on Xbox Game Pass for PC, upcoming games, Embracer buys LORD of the RINGS?Jez and Rand once again discuss another interesting week in Xbox news. Over on the PC side, Xbox has pulled something of a coup by getting PlayStation console exclusive Death Stranding into PC Game Pass. We discuss the current state of the app and how it needs to be improved, we also talk about upcoming Activision projects like PvP Crash game "Project Lava," and Blizzard's survival game "Project Odyssey." We also talk about more game delays, upcoming AAA games, and where it's all headed.
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2022-08-203h 06
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast228: Xbox SAVAGES PlayStation, Sony's anti-Xbox Game Pass payments, Cult of the Lamb is awesomeJez and Rand are back for another epic Xbox Two podcast supershow! This week, we get into more details of the big Brazilian regulator hearings between Xbox and PlayStation, where it was revealed that Sony pays money to block Xbox Game Pass deals. We also discuss Xbox indie hit Cult of the Lamb, Gamescom 2022, the year of infinite delays, and much more!
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2022-08-133h 03
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast227: PlayStation vs. Xbox fight over Activision deal, Xbox Game Pass Family Plan, ranking Xbox studiosRand and Jez gear up for another Xbox Two supershow! This week, we discuss PlayStation and Xbox's comments to regulators over the Activision Blizzard deal, we also discuss the Xbox Game Pass Family Plan, Michael Pachter's comments about Xbox Game Pass hitting 100 million subscribers, and we also rank our hype levels for every Xbox studio!ย
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2022-08-102h 53
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast226: Xbox hits revenue records, recession looms, Xbox marketing woes, FTC gets aggressiveRand and Jez team up for another week's of Xbox news discussion. This week, we talk about the lack of fanfare from Xbox's marketing arm for Grounded's launch date, we talk about KOTOR being put on hiatus and leaks revolving around GTA6 and a purported Black Panther game, we discuss Xbox and Sony's financials, FTC getting aggressive on blocking tech acquisitions, and more.ย
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2022-07-313h 27
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast225: Microsoft and NETFLIX? Xbox gets Discord, As Dusk Falls is... good?Rand and Jez chow down on another week's worth of fun Xbox news. This week, we discuss the partnership between Netflix and Microsoft and what it could potentially mean years down the line. We discuss As Dusk Falls which is surprisingly decent, as well as the implementation of Discord on Xbox consoles, and much more!ย
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2022-07-243h 06
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast224: Xbox Games with Gold vs. Xbox Game Pass "Lite," Ubisoft "pulls" digital games, binge watching vs. weekly episodes?!Join Rand and Jez for a slow news week in the Xboxosphere. This week, we discuss the end of Xbox 360 games on Xbox Games with Gold, and whether or not they should just kill the program all together. We discuss the drama over Ubisoft apparently removing Assassin's Creed Liberation HD from Steam owner's libraries, then claiming it was a mistake. We also get into with the merits of binge-watching TV shows over episodic weekly drops ... and more!ย
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2022-07-122h 48
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast223: Xbox Activision acquisition update, Xbox in Japan, Xbox handheld device?Jez and Rand dive into another week's worth of Xbox newsness! This week, we discuss how the Activision acquisition is proceeding, we discuss Xbox's growth spurt in Japan, and also the rise of the Steam Deck and what it could mean for any prospective Xbox handheld.ย
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2022-07-023h 14
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast222: Xbox & Bethesda showcase REVIEW, Starfield HATE? Final Fantasy 7 Remake for Xbox, and moreJoin Rand and some special guests for this week's Xbox Two podcast! This week, we're joined by Miles Dompier of Windows Central, YouTuber Colteastwood, and Parris Lilly of GamerTag Radio, as Jez bows out due to an overheating laptop!
This week, the team discuss their thoughts on the Xbox & Bethesda Showcase, the vitriol being thrown over Starfield, and the absence of Final Fantasy 7 Remake on Xbox, and much more!ย
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2022-06-183h 51
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast221: REACTION โ Xbox & Bethesda Game Showcase 2022, Kojima, Starfield, Persona!Rand and Jez sit down for a special Monday episode of the Xbox Two podcast to review and digest the big Xbox & Bethesda 2022 Showcase! We discuss Starfield and the criticisms of the show, we talk our favorite games and what Microsoft should do for their showcases moving forward, and much more!ย
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2022-06-142h 46
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast220: The Future of Xbox, Xbox & Bethesda Showcase, Summer Games FestRand and Jez seat up for another week in Xbox news! This week, we give our final thoughts ahead of the big Xbox & Bethesda Showcase, we discuss cloud and the future of Xbox as a platform, our favorite games from the not-E3 period, Diablo Immortal, and much more.ย
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2022-06-113h 12
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast219: Xbox & Bethesda Showcase PREDICTIONS, Street Fighter 6 and Resident Evil 4, and more!Jez and Rand tee up for a super special Xbox and Bethesda E3 predictions SPECIAL! We go through every studio and recap what to expect from next week's showcase, we discuss Street Fighter 6 and Resident Evil 4 heading out to Xbox, Xbox Series S sales dominance, and much more!ย
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2022-06-043h 48
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast218: New mid-gen "Xbox consoles," Xbox "Keystone," Xbox and super hero gamesJoin Jez and Rand for another riveting episode of the Xbox Two podcast! This week, we discuss the desire for Xbox to get its very own exclusive super hero game, we talk TCL's supposed Xbox Series X and PS5 "Pro" mid-gen refresh "leak," alongside the new Xbox streaming console, confirmed to be codenamed "Keystone."ย
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2022-05-283h 07
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast217: Xbox growth in Japan, Activision deal moves ahead, Gears of War collection, Xbox "E3" showRand and Jez gear up for another Xbox Two podcast! This week, we discuss Xbox's growth in Japan, the quickening pace of the Activision Blizzard acquisition, rumors of a Gears of War collection and remakes in general, and much more!ย
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2022-05-212h 58
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast216: Starfield and Redfall DELAYED, Xbox + Bethesda expectations, Xbox's big problemsRand and Jez discuss another big week in Xbox news. We discuss this past weekend's massive DRM debacle, alongside the massive delays to both Redfall and Starfield. We also talk Halo Infinite problems and Xbox Game Studios in general, the impact of Covid-19 on game development, and much, much more!ย
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2022-05-143h 09
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming Podcast190: Avowed details, Xbox breaks 100K in Japan, Forza Horizon 5 gameplay previewSponsored by MANSCAPED: Xbox Two supporters get 20% OFF men's products, boxers, trimmers, and more with free shipping with promo code "XB2" at MANSCAPED.com! #adย
Jez and Rand discuss another week's worth of Xbox news! This week, we discuss Avowed gameplay footage Jez saw, alongside the news that Xbox Series X|S hit 100K units sold in Japan, far more quickly than the Xbox One. Rand talks Forza Horizon 5 gameplay, and we discuss the future of Xbox games and beyond.ย
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2021-10-173h 03
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox @ Gamescom, Halo Infinite 'concerns,' Psychonauts 2 GOTY material?Rand and Jez strike up the podcast machine for another weekly Xbox Two show! This week, we discuss Gamescom, Halo Infinite news and concerns over its launch state, Psychonauts 2 and the future of Xbox Game Studios, that time Jez was in a weird cult, and much, much more.ย
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2021-08-282h 49
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox making "risky" exclusives, Valve's Steam Deck, "easy mode" in games, and moreRand and Jez gear up for another Xbox Two show! This week, we discuss Phil Spencer's recent comments to the media about building "risky" narrative games, Valve's handheld Steam Deck surprise, "easy mode" in games, and much, much more.ย
Intro and Superchats: 00:00
Steam Deck: 1:05:00
Phil Spencer, Xbox, and acquisitions: 1:28:00
Easy mode in games: 2:08:00
PlayStation x Netflix, and outro: 2:22:00
Follow Rand at @Rand_Al_Thor_19 on Twitter and YouTube, and Jez at WindowsCentral.com and @JezCorden!ย
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2021-07-173h 02
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastHellblade II, Bethesda's Pete Hines addresses PlayStation fans, Xbox E3 2021 period best EVER?Join Rand and guests for a post E3 analysis showcase! With Jez taken ill, Rand is joined by various Xbox community guests to talk all things Xbox E3, along with the post-E3 show featuring Parris from Gamertag Radio. The crew discuss Hellblade II's video doc, Bethesda's marketing chief Pete Hines addressing exclusivity to PlayStation fans over exclusivity, and much, much more!ย
Timestamps:
Intro: 00:00:00
Xbox and Bethesda E3: 00:12:00
Pete Hines discusses exclusivity: 01:08:00
Xbox's extended E3 show: 01:18:00
Hellblade II: 01:34:00
Xbox Design Lab: 02:00:00
Everwild Rebooted: 02:06:00
Silent Hill conspiracy theories and outro: 02:23:00
2021-06-202h 53
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox WINS E3 2021, Starfield, Halo Infinite, and all the games hitting Game PassRand and Jez gear up for a unique Tuesday show of the Xbox Two podcast! This week, again, it's all about E3! Xbox's blockbuster showcase gave us a glimpse at the future of the platform, and we discuss all of the games from Halo Infinite, to Forza, to Starfield, and beyond. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @JezCorden and @Rand_Al_Thor_19, and catch up with Rand on YouTube by searching for Rand Al Thor 19!ย
Timestamps:ย
Intro: 00:00
Xbox won't replace consoles with cloud: 21:00ย
Xbox showcase analysis: 35:00
Everwild rebooted: 2:20:00ย
Xbox's extended E3 s...
2021-06-163h 01
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox's 'mind blowing' IP, Omen from Arkane, The Coalition's future, 20 years of XboxJez and Rand discuss another week's worth of Xbox news! This week, we discuss Project Omen rumors from Arkane Studios, Xbox exec teasing "mind blowing" new IP. E3 2021 possibilities, Coalition moving to Unreal Engine 5, Xbox working with Tencent, Xbox system update, 20 years of Xbox, Battlefield 6, new Starfield leaks, Ubisoft moving to F2P games, Resident Evil Village, Mass Effect: Legendary Edition, and much more! And this week, Rand doesn't accidentally mute himself!ย
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2021-05-163h 11
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Series X upgrade boost, new Xbox Wireless Headset, Nintendo Direct, Bethesda event?Join Rand and Jez for another Xbox Two podcast! This week, Rand and Jez argue about Nintendo Direct, we talk about the Bethesda deal and the possibility of an event, the new Xbox Wireless Headset, and the Series X FPS boost!ย
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2021-02-212h 48
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastHalo Infinite NOT coming to other platforms, Bethesda and the "Vault," Anthem's fate, Final Fantasy on Xbox?Rand and Jez kick off another weekly Xbox Two show! On this week's episode, Jez and Rand talk about Little Nightmares 2, the future of Anthem being decided, Final Fantasy and Square Enix's support of Xbox, Bethesda's "Vault" subsidiary, Halo Infinite intrigue, and much more.ย
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2021-02-132h 40
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Live Gold drama, Xbox free to play games become truly freeJoin Rand and Jez for another Xbox Two podcast! This week, we discuss the drama surrounding Xbox Live Gold, and the fact-free to play games have now gone truly free. From Jez: "Apologies for some of the technical difficulties in this episode, will try to do better in the future."
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2021-01-241h 46
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastCyberpunk 2077 fiasco, Perfect Dark details, Halo Infinite update, onwards to 2021!Join Jez and Rand for the last Xbox Two podcast of 2020! This week, we discuss all the topics we missed while Rand was a bit ill, across The Game Awards, Perfect Dark's reveal and subsequent gameplay rumors, Halo Infinite's big development update, and much, much more!ย
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2020-12-233h 10
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Series X performance update, PS5 impressions, Forza Horizon 5 in 2020?Join Jez and Rand for another Xbox Two show! This week, we discuss more of Rand's PlayStation 5 impressions, Perfect Dark / The Initiative game rumors, Microsoft acquires Smash.GG, Xbox Series X performance updates, "PS5 Pro" rumors, Jeff Grubb's Forza Horizon 5 rumors, God of War and Master Chief in Fortnite, Bioware news, and much more.ย
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2020-12-072h 45
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Series X/S "biggest launch," more Xbox game studios, PS5 impressionsIt's launch week! Rand and Jez tackle this week's big next-gen questions, along with Rand's initial PS5 impressions, Microsoft's march to grab more Xbox game studios, and much more.ย
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2020-11-142h 30
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Series X hands-on impressions, Xbox vs. PS5, Starfield in 2021?Rand and Jez discuss all the biggest gaming news of the week! Jez walks through our first hands-on impressions with the Xbox Series X, we talk Starfield leaks and rumors, and much, much more.
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2020-10-032h 40
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Series X July event dated, Xbox Series S "Lockhart," Fable, Perfect Dark, and moreJez and Rand converge for another Xbox Two show!
This week, we discuss the Xbox July event, the latest Lockhart rumors, Perfect Dark and Fable "Twitter accounts," and much more.
Intro - 0:05
Topics - 5:51
What we've been playing - 7:47
Halo Infinite Spoilers From Toy Line - 27:05
July Event Date Discussion - 30:51
Rand Speaks About Fable & Perfect Dark - 39:50
Jez Info On Resolution 30 or 60fps Xbox Exclusive Medium - 1:05:05
Xbox Series S Lockhart - 1:07:32
Halo Multiplayer Free? - 1:18:41
Xbox Series S Holding Back Next Gen? - 1:20:21
2K On $70 Games For Next Gen - 1:22:21
Horizon Zero Dawn hits PC - 1:38:51
Sony Might...
2020-07-052h 06
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Series X "no exclusives," Horizon Zero Dawn goes to PC, is E3 still important?Join Jez and Rand for another Xbox Two Podcast show! This week, we talk about the whole "drama" revolving around Xbox Series X games also coming to Xbox One, Horizon Zero Dawn heading to PC (while Rand takes a victory lap or three), E3's so-called declining relevance, and much, much more.
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2020-01-172h 01
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastXbox Lockhart and Anaconda, Phil Spencer says no to VR, Rand plays Pokemon (LOL)The Xbox Two Podcast is back and this week we talk about Xbox Lockhart returning from the "dead," Phil Spencer's comments about VR, Rand's thoughts on Pokemon (LOL), and much, much, much more!
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2019-12-062h 38
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastNext-gen Xbox 'Anaconda' and 'Lockhart,' PS4 games on other devices, wrapping up 2018Join Jez and Rand for another Xbox Two show!
We begin wrapping up 2018 with more next-gen Xbox rumors, we discuss PlayStation Now and xCloud streaming future, Rand offers his thoughts on Below, and much more!
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2018-12-222h 06
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastJez is LATE, Podcast 76, Xbox studios with unlimited budgets?Join Jez and Rand for a buggy 76th podcast episode!
This week, we talk Fallout 76 drama, Xbox studios with UNLIMITED budgets, and much more!
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2018-12-052h 05
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastMore studios for Xbox, Crackdown 3 on its final stretch, Rand al Floor?Join Jez and Rand for another amazing Xbox Two podcast show!
This week we talk about Gamescom and rumors of further studio acquisitions, Crackdown 3's final developmental stretch, and much more.
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2018-07-232h 15
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastJez is LATE, State of Decay 2 impressions, E3 2018, Xbox adaptive controllerWelcome to the first Xbox ONE podcast, since Jez was late for like 8 minutes!
After that, we discuss BossKey Studios shutdown, the state of State of Decay 2, E3 2018, the Xbox adaptive controller, and more!
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2018-05-191h 43
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastDoes Xbox need exclusives RIGHT NOW? State of Decay 2 co-op, God of War sales, and... Kinect**Reupload due to epic fail by Jez.**
Join Jez and Rand for another Xbox Two podcast! This week we talk about the importance of Xbox exclusives, God of War's epic sales, State of Decay 2's co-op systems, and... Rand gets a bit upset about Kinect (mature language warning!)
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2018-05-071h 50
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastFar Cry 5 is AWESOME, No Man's Sky for Xbox, Sea of Thieves' breaks recordsJoin Jez (@JezCorden) and Rand (@Rand_Al_Thor_19) for another Xbox Two podcast! This week we discuss No Man's Sky's intergalactic trip to Xbox, Far Cry 5's awesomeness, and Sea of Thieves' record breaking launch.
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2018-03-301h 55
The XB2 โ An Xbox & Gaming PodcastSega Visits Microsoft, 360 Games Get X Enhanced, State of Decay 2 price error?Join Jez (@JezCorden) and Rand (@Rand_al_Thor_19) for another weekly Xbox One podcast! This week, we're discussing Sega's visit to Microsoft, more 4K Xbox 360 games on Xbox One, that pesky State of Decay 2 "pricing error," and much more!
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2018-03-021h 53