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SaxTalksGamesBehind the Scenes Look at Videogame Guide Writing! | feat. Ryan GilliamWhat does it actually look like to cover Destiny 2 as a professional games journalist?In this in-depth one-on-one conversation, I sit down with Ryan Gilliam, former Destiny beat writer at Polygon and co-founder of the independent publication Rogue.site, to unpack what it means to cover a live service game for over a decade.We dive deep into:- The reality of writing guides for games like Destiny 2, Elden Ring, and Persona- The pressure of SEO and Google optimization in modern games journalism- How Destiny 2 launched as a mainstream phenomenon- The blurred lines between journalism and content creation- What...
2026-02-132h 03
SaxTalksGamesHow Destiny 2 Helped This Creator Rediscover His Purpose! | ft. @LegoleflashIn this conversation 1-on-1 Destiny 2 Creator Conversation, I delve into the intricacies of content creation within the Destiny 2 community with @Legoleflash . Together, we explore his journey from a passionate player to becoming a content creator known for his cinematic deep dives into weapon mechanics, specifically fusion rifles.Throughout, Lego shares insights on targeting different player demographics and the significance of consistency and quality in building a successful channel. We also discuss the challenges of the creative process, the importance of packaging content effectively, and the evolution of Destiny content creators. Finally, we wrap up our conver...
2026-02-061h 26
SaxTalksGamesTop 0.1% PvP Player Breaks Down the State of Destiny 2 | feat. DiffizzleIn this episode, Sax sits down with @Diffizzle one of Destiny 2’s most dedicated PvP creators and a top 0.1% Trials player with over 4,000 flawless cards.We dive deep into Diffizzle’s journey—from playing Halo at age four to becoming a full-time Destiny PvP grinder streaming 10–12 hours a day—and what it really takes to survive as a creator in today’s Destiny ecosystem.This conversation pulls no punches. We talk about the current state of Destiny 2 PvP, whether Bungie has effectively put it on life support, the lack of meaningful PvP endgame pursuits, and how power progression changes have reshaped...
2026-01-301h 25
ForcedToPodMarathon's Release is IMMINENT, but Can Bungie ACTUALLY Turn this Ship Around?ForcedToPod is officially back! In this episode, the crew reunites to break down Indiana Hoosiers’ historic national championship run, react to college football chaos, and share unforgettable game day stories. We also welcome new co-hosts Bryan (RevoLT) and Jesse as we kick off the new era of the podcast.After the sports talk, we dive into the biggest gaming and tech news—including a wild all-in-one console build that combines PS5, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch hardware, the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct, and exciting reveals like Fable’s return and Forza Horizon 6 set in Japan. Plus, we debate whethe...
2026-01-261h 21
SaxTalksGamesRenegades is AMAZING.. But Can it SAVE Destiny 2?Destiny 2: Renegades is finally in players’ hands — and for the first time in a long time, the community feels hopeful.In this episode, Sax is joined by @LlamaD2 and @Toadsmoothie to break down everything Renegades brought to Destiny 2, including the Star Wars-inspired campaign, Lawless Frontier, the Praxic Blade chase, the removal of the power grind, and how this expansion compares to Edge of Fate.We dive deep into:• Whether Renegades is a true turning point for Destiny 2 • Why Lawless Frontier feels better than past seasonal activities • The Praxic Blade and the return of “the chase” • Star Wars in Destiny – genius crossover or st...
2026-01-211h 37
SaxTalksGames11 YEARS of Solving Destiny's BIGGEST Mysteries! | feat. @Skarrow9In this Destiny 2 Creator one-on-one conversation, I am joined by Skarrow to discuss his 11-year journey with Destiny, from solving some of the game’s most iconic ARGs and puzzles to balancing full-time content creation while earning his PhD in Chemistry.Skarrow opens up about discovering Destiny after growing up with limited internet access, how his passion for puzzles shaped his channel, how a secret Portal on Io Changed his lifeand what it was really like streaming Corridors of Time for 12–16 hours straight while attending graduate school.We also dive into how marriage, community support, and...
2026-01-091h 39
SaxTalksGamesMactic's HUGE Mistake That Cost Him 12 MONTHS of YouTube Growth!In today's Destiny 2 Creator Conversation, I had the opportunity to sit down one-on-one with @MacticsG1 , a prolific Destiny 2 content creator who has found large followings across YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Known for his educational guides, creative builds, and no-nonsense approach to YouTube growth, Mactics has paved the way for creators like myself showing us that working hard and sharing your passion in a genuine way will help you attract viewers all while helping the community grow together!In this chat, we dive deep into Mactics’ journey — from streaming during COVID, to finding his stride with Destiny 2 build videos, to buildi...
2025-12-301h 14
SaxTalksGamesThe True State of World’s First Raiding in Destiny 2 | feat. AegisIn this episode, Sax sits down again with Aegis one of Destiny 2’s most trusted damage analysts and speedrunning experts, to break down everything surrounding Contest Mode Equilibrium, the launch of Renegades, and the evolving philosophy behind Destiny 2’s endgame difficulty.In this episode we dive deep into:- The Contraverse Hold +Handheld Supernova damage chunking bug used during the World’s First race- Why Contest Mode boss health is no longer just about Power Delta- How Bungie now custom tunes encounter HP behind t...
2025-12-251h 20
SaxTalksGamesTractor Cannon Made His Channel EXPLODE Overnight! | feat. LlamaD2Today's conversation explores the journey of @LlamaD2, a Destiny 2 content creator, highlighting the initial luck that led to early success on YouTube, the transition from player to creator, and the journey from player to advocate for the wider Destiny comunity. We also delve into Llama's thoughts on the impact of capture events and Bungie leveraging previously secret information as marketing material for the latest expansion. Finally we wrap up with some conversation around the balance of endgame activities, difficulty, the state of the latest expansion 'Renegades', and the possibility of a Destiny 3. I hope you enjoy this conversation as...
2025-12-121h 34
SaxTalksGamesWhy This Destiny YouTuber Spent $1000+ on a Motion Capture Suit | feat. @ToadsmoothieIn today's Destiny 2 Creator conversation, I am joined by fellow Content Creator @Toadsmoothie to discuss his journey from a casual gamer to a prominent content creator in the #destiny2 community.We discuss his early gaming influences, the transition from game enjoyer to YouTuber, and the importance of community in shaping his content. He emphasizes the significance of optimism in the gaming community, the challenges of content creation, and his aspirations for the future, including his passion for animation and storytelling.The discussion also touches on the dynamics of group content creation and the desire for a refresh in the De...
2025-12-111h 28SaxTalksGamesThe Art of Going Fast — And the Science of Slowing Down | feat. @TheAegisRelicIn today’s episode, I sit down with — the creator who helps define the Destiny 2 META, shapes the speedrunning scene, and sets the standard for damage testing across the entire community.We talk about the art of going fast, the science of knowing when to slow down, and the full story behind how Aegis became the person even other experts trust. From Wolfpack chunking to spreadsheets, speedrunning clans to burnout, and the Edge of Fate data crisis — this is a rare, unfiltered look behind the curtain into how the most trusted numbers in Destiny 2 get made.
2025-11-211h 10SaxTalksGamesDestiny Data Scientist REVEALS What Bungie Won’t Tell You! | Featuring @MossyMax Join me for an in-depth discussion with MossyMax, one of the most trusted names in Destiny 2 data analysis and testing! If you've ever benefited from accurate weapon damage comparisons, understood how scaling works, or followed a content creator's build guide, chances are MossyMax’s work at least partially assisted in its creation.In this episode, we explore:- How frustration with inconsistent testing led to a data science career in Destiny- The truth about Carl (he's NOT actually a boss!) and why it matters for weapon testing- Behind-the-scenes influence on Bungie's patch notes and communication- The controversy around Final Sh...
2025-11-2053 min
SaxTalksGamesThe Clan that Nearly Snapped Elysium's Dynasty Before it Began! | Featuring AntivistIn this Bonus TWID:R Podcast, I'm joined by @AntivistD2 , a member of Clan Ascend and a member of the World's First Garden of Salvation Team. After seeing his high placement on the recent Destiny: Rising Raid Leaderboards, I reached out to discuss all things Day 1 Raiding inside of both Destiny 2 and Destiny: Rising.While talking, he revealed a story that I had never heard before.. They nearly beat Clan Elysium in the Day 1 Vow of the Disciple World's First Race. This would have prevented Elysium from winning the 2nd of 3 straight Raid Races and would have cemented Ascend as...
2025-11-2049 minSaxTalksGamesTOP Destiny Infographic Designer Shares the Secrets to His Success! | feat. CourtJoin me for an in-depth conversation with Court, the creative mind behind Destiny's most recognizable and widely distributed infographics! If you've ever used a champion stunning guide, referenced a damage stacking chart, or benefited from clear visual breakdowns of complex game mechanics, Court's work has made your Guardian life easier.In this episode, we explore:- How retail burnout led to becoming Destiny's premier visual designer- The philosophy behind creating infographics and the audience they're made for- Working as Llama's production manager and creating 75+ graphics for viral videos- Co-hosting the PvE Podcast and reaching 160 episodes- The creative process behind...
2025-11-181h 41
This Week in Destiny: RisingDestiny Rising's NEW Character EXCEEDS Expectations!This Week in Destiny Rising , Sax discusses the latest updates in the game, including the introduction of the new character Maru and the Season of the Mour. He shares insights on Maru's unique abilities, the importance of resonance in gameplay, and the best artifacts and weapons to enhance player performance.The episode also highlights the host's personal journey with the game and the importance of community engagement as he prepares to take a break from the weekly podcast format.We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https...
2025-11-1243 min
This Week in Destiny: RisingCan The Pirate Legend STEAL the META Throne?This Week in Destiny Rising Sax & Orion DIVE DEEP into Festival of the Lost & Season 2 Preview with Maru!They break down the Festival of the Lost event, explore seasonal engram mechanics, discuss sticker polishing RNG, and preview the upcoming Season 2 character Maru. Learn about candy buckets, Mobius clusters, cosmetic systems, and whether Destiny Rising needs to commit to being a true gacha game. Plus: important channel updates about the new SaxTalksGames channel!We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!🔔 Subscribe to @SaxTalksGames HERE for full podcast episodeshttps://www.youtube.com/@UCsBDy4rnNmB31KifYwLI6QQ 🎮...
2025-11-0537 min
This Week in Destiny: RisingTOP Players Answer YOUR HOTTEST Questions!In this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', Sax is joined once again by Orion for our first ever podcast dedicated ENTIRELY to listener questions! Today we'll tackle things such as where we think the narrative direction of Rising is taking us, how free-to-play players can still WIN BIG in the endgame, and how the **** does the artifact atribute transfering system really work?We hope you enjoy this conversation as much as we enjoyed recording it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@saxplaysgamesFollow my Twitter! - https://x.com/saxplaysgames ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬...
2025-10-2947 min
This Week in Destiny: RisingThe ULTIMATE Destiny Rising Tier List | Season 1 METAIn this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', Sax is joined by Flamel and Rex to discuss the latest updates and changes in the game, including character adjustments, server merging, and community engagement.In the back half, we update our Season of Daybreak Tier List and talk about the META characters that you should invest in moving forward through Act 2 and Beyond! The conversation also covers the importance of support characters and the future direction of Destiny Rising, emphasizing the need for ongoing communication between developers and the player community.We hope you enjoy this conversation as much...
2025-10-2247 minThis Week in Destiny: RisingTOP Players Tell You the 3 Characters Playing Wrong and How To Fix It!In this episode of This Week in Destiny Rising, host Sax and guests Valiant S4mwise and Mr. Havoc delve into character breakdowns, focusing on Tan, Umeko, and Ning. They explore damage rotations, character synergies, and the importance of chasing end game resources. The conversation highlights the evolving meta and strategies for maximizing damage output in various game scenarios, including boss encounters. The episode emphasizes the value of each character and encourages players to experiment with different builds.I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as we enjoyed having it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFoll...
2025-10-081h 18This Week in Destiny: RisingDestiny: Rising's World 1st Raid Race Was a HUGE Success! | TWID:RIn this episode, I am joined once again by Astrix to discuss the past week in Destiny Rising. Astrix shares his Day 1 Contest Mode Experience for Gauntlet Onslaught: Eclipse and we discuss the Leaderboard Drama that was taking place in the days following the race.The back half of the show consists of us answering a couple of questions from the comments section (shoutout @riothegod1831 & @swarlly on YouTube for their questions).I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬00:00 Introduction to the Raid Race Experience02:52 Changes in Raid Mechanics05:49 Encounter Breakdown: Minutes Above08:54 New Buff Mechanics and Strategies12:00 Overall Impressions of the Contest Mode14:5...
2025-09-2354 minThis Week in Destiny: RisingTOP Players Dissect Our Destiny: Rising Tier List Rankings! | TWID:RIn this episode of 'This Week in Destiny Rising', I am joined by KONBINI Members Flaws and Sam to discuss character rankings, the validity of our tier list for Season of Daybreak, and the intricacies of the artifact system in Destiny Rising. The conversation delves into the strengths and weaknesses of various characters, particularly focusing on Jolder, Estella and Umeko, while also exploring the importance of build crafting and substats in maximizing character potential. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I enjoyed hosting it!▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬Join my Discord! - https://discord.gg/saxplaysgames Follow my Twitch! - https://twitch.tv/saxplaysgamesFollow my TikTok! - https://tiktok.com/@s...
2025-09-1729 minThis Week in Destiny: RisingEstela & Umeko are Here, New Raid Race Details, and More!This week in Destiny: Rising, Estela arrives to make her GRAND DEBUT in the main game through the Limited Banner, Umeko will arrive in the Permanent Banner, and we have received new details about the upcoming Day 1 Raid Race for Gauntlet: Eclipse. We discuss what tips Astrix would give to anyone who's struggling to find time to play on a weekly basis, and what to prioritize with the Pinnacle Energy you receive.Finally, we wrap up the conversation by discussing Astrix's DR Character Tier List and he gives an estimation of where the characters all will end up once...
2025-09-1348 minThis Week in Destiny: RisingDiscussing Destiny: Rising Launch Week with a TOP PlayerIn this conversation, I had a chance to sitdown and recap the launch week release of Destiny Rising, with Boog one of my packmates and a member of the World's First (NA Servers) team to beat the Monolith's Fall Raid in the full release of the game. Together, we explore the staggered launch of various features in the game, the characters that we're enjoying playing the most in this release, and Boog outlines the full details about the Day 1 Contest Mode clear and how their team executed on the plan they had to near perfection. This discussion highlights the...
2025-09-1327 minThis Week in Destiny: RisingTop Players Debunk The Most Popular MisconceptionsIn this conversation, I had a chance to sitdown and discuss the upcoming release of Destiny Rising, a mobile game set in a parallel Destiny universe with some of the TOP DR players from the Alpha and Beta tests. Together, we explore player experiences, key features, and the competitive aspects of the game, while also addressing misconceptions about gacha mechanics and the onboarding process for new players. This discussion highlights the importance of community engagement and the potential for Destiny Rising to attract a new audience to the franchise.I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I...
2025-09-1346 min
SaxTalksGamesTower Talk, Episode 1 | Our Early Thoughts on Episode HeresyIn this episode of Tower Talk, hosts Sax and Spartan discuss various aspects of Destiny 2, including a recap of their recent raid marathon, their thoughts on the new Episode: Heresy, the rework of Vault of Glass weapons, and the changes made to Trials of Osiris. They emphasize the importance of community engagement and creating fun experiences within the game, while also reflecting on the nostalgia and excitement surrounding the game's evolving content.Timestamps:00:00 - Introduction to Tower Talk and Housekeeping01:54 - Recap of the Raid Marathon06:12 - Thoughts...
2025-02-2033 min