Episodes
The Massive Xbox Leak, Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty + FF7 Rebirth
On this week's episode, we chat about the recent Nintendo Direct and State of Play, the massive Xbox leak, Apple's big move inot gaming and our thoughts on Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth & Lies of P. The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #assassinscreed
The Massive Xbox Leak, Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty + FF7 Rebirth
On this week's episode, we chat about the recent Nintendo Direct and State of Play, the massive Xbox leak, Apple's big move inot gaming and our thoughts on Cyberpunk 2077, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth & Lies of P. The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #assassinscreed
58:22
22 Sep 23
Our Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview - The Press Start Podcast
On this week's episode, we preview Assassin's Creed Mirage and discuss the Nintendo Switch 2 rumours around Gamescom, Starfield being Bethesda's biggest game, and our Goodbye Volcano High review. 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Goodbye Volcano High Review 03:46 - Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview 12:20 - Nintendo Switch 2 Gamescom Report 23:18 - Starfield Is Bethesda's Most Successful Game Launch 36:19 - Rapid Fire Question 37:45 - What The Wiki?! 46:41 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS: Goodbye Volcano High - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/09/11/goodbye-volcano-high-review-seeking-a-band-for-the-end-of-the-world/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #assassinscreed
Our Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview - The Press Start Podcast
On this week's episode, we preview Assassin's Creed Mirage and discuss the Nintendo Switch 2 rumours around Gamescom, Starfield being Bethesda's biggest game, and our Goodbye Volcano High review. 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Goodbye Volcano High Review 03:46 - Assassin's Creed Mirage Preview 12:20 - Nintendo Switch 2 Gamescom Report 23:18 - Starfield Is Bethesda's Most Successful Game Launch 36:19 - Rapid Fire Question 37:45 - What The Wiki?! 46:41 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS: Goodbye Volcano High - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/09/11/goodbye-volcano-high-review-seeking-a-band-for-the-end-of-the-world/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #assassinscreed
48:37
12 Sep 23
Why We Gave Starfield A 9 - The Press Start Podcast
On the show, we discuss our review of Starfield, the latest on Redfall, updates coming to Final Fantasy 16, PlayStation increasing PlayStation Plus prices, and Volition being closed down. 00:00 - Intro 00:36 - Baldur's Gate 3 Final Thoughts 03:23 - Starfield Review 20:53 - Can Redfall Get Good? 26:34 - Final Fantasy 16 Updates 29:06 - PlayStation Plus Price Increases 36:39 - Volition Closing Down 42:32 - What Is Your Favourite Video Game Soundtrack? 46:54 - What The Wiki?! 51:32 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS: Starfield - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2023/09/04/starfield-review/ Baldur's Gate 3 - https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/09/05/baldurs-gate-3-review-pc-ps5-an-achievement-of-monumental-proportions/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #xbox #baldursgate3
Why We Gave Starfield A 9 - The Press Start Podcast
On the show, we discuss our review of Starfield, the latest on Redfall, updates coming to Final Fantasy 16, PlayStation increasing PlayStation Plus prices, and Volition being closed down. 00:00 - Intro 00:36 - Baldur's Gate 3 Final Thoughts 03:23 - Starfield Review 20:53 - Can Redfall Get Good? 26:34 - Final Fantasy 16 Updates 29:06 - PlayStation Plus Price Increases 36:39 - Volition Closing Down 42:32 - What Is Your Favourite Video Game Soundtrack? 46:54 - What The Wiki?! 51:32 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS: Starfield - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2023/09/04/starfield-review/ Baldur's Gate 3 - https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/09/05/baldurs-gate-3-review-pc-ps5-an-achievement-of-monumental-proportions/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #xbox #baldursgate3
52:51
5 Sep 23
Does The Xbox Series S Hold Back Games? - The Press Start Podcast
Baldur's Gate 3 is coming to Xbox after all, leaving us wondering "is the Xbox Series S a hindrance?" We've also got the Plucky Squire, Skull & Bones and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden previews to discuss, and we weigh in on the Switch surpassing the Wii in sales, Dragon Age: Dreadwolf's internal delays and react to the full reveal of the PlayStation Portal. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Y3000 Coca-Cola Review 02:59 - Plucky Squire Preview 04:57 - Skull & Bones Preview 09:30 - Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Review 13:01 - PlayStation Portal Reactions 19:57 - Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Developer Delays 27:04 - Xbox Series S Holding Back Games? 39:34 - Nintendo Switch Surpasses Wii Sales 47:06 - Are You Excited For The Fallout TV Show? 48:42 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE PREVIEWS: Plucky Squire Preview - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/08/26/the-plucky-squire-preview-a-clever-and-colourful-caper/ Skull & Bones Preview - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/08/28/skull-and-bones-hands-on-preview/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #xbox #baldursgate3
Does The Xbox Series S Hold Back Games? - The Press Start Podcast
Baldur's Gate 3 is coming to Xbox after all, leaving us wondering "is the Xbox Series S a hindrance?" We've also got the Plucky Squire, Skull & Bones and Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden previews to discuss, and we weigh in on the Switch surpassing the Wii in sales, Dragon Age: Dreadwolf's internal delays and react to the full reveal of the PlayStation Portal. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Y3000 Coca-Cola Review 02:59 - Plucky Squire Preview 04:57 - Skull & Bones Preview 09:30 - Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden Review 13:01 - PlayStation Portal Reactions 19:57 - Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Developer Delays 27:04 - Xbox Series S Holding Back Games? 39:34 - Nintendo Switch Surpasses Wii Sales 47:06 - Are You Excited For The Fallout TV Show? 48:42 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE PREVIEWS: Plucky Squire Preview - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/08/26/the-plucky-squire-preview-a-clever-and-colourful-caper/ Skull & Bones Preview - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/08/28/skull-and-bones-hands-on-preview/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #xbox #baldursgate3
57:01
29 Aug 23
Armored Core 6, Immortals of Aveum And Gamescom Opening Night Live - The Press Start Podcast
As the games start hitting, James shares his reviews of Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon and Immortals of Aveum, and Kieron his review of Fort Solis. We also discuss Little Nightmares 3, newly revealed at Gamescom's Opening Night Live. Of course, we address the rumoured cast of a reported Jak & Daxter live-action film adaptation too. 02:13 - Gamescom's Opening Night Live 09:28 - Little Nightmares 3 Preview 16:06 - Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Review 25:22 - Fort Solis Review 30:08 - Immortals of Aveum Review 40:33 - Jake & Daxter Casting Rumours 46:43 - Who's Replacing Charles Martinet? 49:19 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS: Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/08/24/armored-core-6-review/ Immortals of Aveum - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2023/08/22/immortals-of-aveum-review/ Fort Solis Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/08/23/fort-solis-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #playstation #fromsoftware #armoredcore6
Armored Core 6, Immortals of Aveum And Gamescom Opening Night Live - The Press Start Podcast
As the games start hitting, James shares his reviews of Armored Core VI: Fires of Rubicon and Immortals of Aveum, and Kieron his review of Fort Solis. We also discuss Little Nightmares 3, newly revealed at Gamescom's Opening Night Live. Of course, we address the rumoured cast of a reported Jak & Daxter live-action film adaptation too. 02:13 - Gamescom's Opening Night Live 09:28 - Little Nightmares 3 Preview 16:06 - Armored Core 6: Fires of Rubicon Review 25:22 - Fort Solis Review 30:08 - Immortals of Aveum Review 40:33 - Jake & Daxter Casting Rumours 46:43 - Who's Replacing Charles Martinet? 49:19 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS: Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/08/24/armored-core-6-review/ Immortals of Aveum - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2023/08/22/immortals-of-aveum-review/ Fort Solis Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/08/23/fort-solis-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #playstation #fromsoftware #armoredcore6
01:00:29
23 Aug 23
Has Baldur’s Gate 3 Set Too High A Standard - The Press Start Podcast
We debate whether or not Baldur's Gate 3 should be treated as the new benchmark for RPGs, discuss the alleged video leak of a new PS5 model, assess the official announcement of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, and try to understand why the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) is a full-price release despite initially intended as an expansion. 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Has Baldur's Gate 3 Set Too High A Standard? 12:59 - New PS5 Model? 19:56 - TMNT: The Last Ronin 24:39 - What's Wrong With The New Call Of Duty? 37:13 - Will You Play Assassin's Creed Mirage? 41:35 - What The Wiki?! 53:17 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE NEWS: Activision Has Confirmed That COD: Modern Warfare 3 Is A Full-Priced Premium Release - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/08/15/activision-has-confirmed-that-cod-modern-warfare-3-is-a-full-priced-premium-release/ Assassin's Creed Mirage Has Gone Gold And Had Its Release Date Moved Up By A Week - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/08/15/assassins-creed-mirage-has-gone-gold-and-had-its-release-date-moved-up-by-a-week/ A Video Of The Alleged New PS5 Model Has Been Shared By An Aussie Developer - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/08/12/a-video-of-the-alleged-new-ps5-model-has-been-shared-by-an-aussie-developer/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #playsation
Has Baldur’s Gate 3 Set Too High A Standard - The Press Start Podcast
We debate whether or not Baldur's Gate 3 should be treated as the new benchmark for RPGs, discuss the alleged video leak of a new PS5 model, assess the official announcement of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, and try to understand why the new Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) is a full-price release despite initially intended as an expansion. 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Has Baldur's Gate 3 Set Too High A Standard? 12:59 - New PS5 Model? 19:56 - TMNT: The Last Ronin 24:39 - What's Wrong With The New Call Of Duty? 37:13 - Will You Play Assassin's Creed Mirage? 41:35 - What The Wiki?! 53:17 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE NEWS: Activision Has Confirmed That COD: Modern Warfare 3 Is A Full-Priced Premium Release - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/08/15/activision-has-confirmed-that-cod-modern-warfare-3-is-a-full-priced-premium-release/ Assassin's Creed Mirage Has Gone Gold And Had Its Release Date Moved Up By A Week - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/08/15/assassins-creed-mirage-has-gone-gold-and-had-its-release-date-moved-up-by-a-week/ A Video Of The Alleged New PS5 Model Has Been Shared By An Aussie Developer - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/08/12/a-video-of-the-alleged-new-ps5-model-has-been-shared-by-an-aussie-developer/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #playsation
54:35
15 Aug 23
Nintendo's Patents And The Red Dead Redemption Re-Release Kinda Sucks - The Press Start Podcast
This week, we discuss patents ruining game development and the importance of backwards compatibility, react to the Pokemon Presents announcements and the news Red Dead Redemption is getting re-released, and review Stray Gods and the Gran Turismo movie. 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Gran Turismo Review 02:52 - Stray Gods Review 08:10 - Pokemon Presents Reactions 12:30 - Nintendo Patents Zelda Game Mechanics 21:22 - Is Backwards Compatability Essential? 24:31 - Red Dead Redemption Re-Releases 31:08 - Could GTA 6 Be A Year Away? 32:25 - Will You Play Modern Warfare 3? 33:09 - What The Wiki?! 38:22 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE NEWS & REVIEWS: Stray Gods Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/08/10/stray-gods-the-roleplaying-musical-review-a-pitchy-performance/ Nintendo Patents - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2023/08/10/nintendo-has-patented-a-bunch-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdoms-mechanics-including-its-loading-screens/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #nintendo
Nintendo's Patents And The Red Dead Redemption Re-Release Kinda Sucks - The Press Start Podcast
This week, we discuss patents ruining game development and the importance of backwards compatibility, react to the Pokemon Presents announcements and the news Red Dead Redemption is getting re-released, and review Stray Gods and the Gran Turismo movie. 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Gran Turismo Review 02:52 - Stray Gods Review 08:10 - Pokemon Presents Reactions 12:30 - Nintendo Patents Zelda Game Mechanics 21:22 - Is Backwards Compatability Essential? 24:31 - Red Dead Redemption Re-Releases 31:08 - Could GTA 6 Be A Year Away? 32:25 - Will You Play Modern Warfare 3? 33:09 - What The Wiki?! 38:22 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE NEWS & REVIEWS: Stray Gods Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/08/10/stray-gods-the-roleplaying-musical-review-a-pitchy-performance/ Nintendo Patents - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2023/08/10/nintendo-has-patented-a-bunch-of-zelda-tears-of-the-kingdoms-mechanics-including-its-loading-screens/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #nintendo
40:18
10 Aug 23
New Nintendo Console Rumours And Disney Illusion Island Review - The Press Start Podcast
With James in the hosting chair, the team discuss Final Fantasy 14 Coming to Xbox, Brodie's Venba review, Kieron's Disney Illusion Island review, the rumours of a new Nintendo console (again), Ubisoft reportedly cancelling a sequel to Immortals Fenyx Rising, and Oblivion potentially getting a remake. 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Final Fantasy XIV Coming to Xbox 03:09 - Venba Review 07:32 - Disney Illusion Island Review 12:22 - New Nintendo Console Rumours 25:42 - Ubisoft Reportedly Cancelled Immortals Fenyx Rising Sequel 29:16 - Oblivion Remake Rumors 33:11 - Games for Shannon 36:45 - Rapid Fire Question 40:08 - What the Wiki?! 47:22 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEWS: Venba - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/07/31/venba-review-food-for-the-soul/ Disney Illusion Island - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch/2023/07/27/disney-illusion-island-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #nintendo
New Nintendo Console Rumours And Disney Illusion Island Review - The Press Start Podcast
With James in the hosting chair, the team discuss Final Fantasy 14 Coming to Xbox, Brodie's Venba review, Kieron's Disney Illusion Island review, the rumours of a new Nintendo console (again), Ubisoft reportedly cancelling a sequel to Immortals Fenyx Rising, and Oblivion potentially getting a remake. 00:00 - Intro 01:46 - Final Fantasy XIV Coming to Xbox 03:09 - Venba Review 07:32 - Disney Illusion Island Review 12:22 - New Nintendo Console Rumours 25:42 - Ubisoft Reportedly Cancelled Immortals Fenyx Rising Sequel 29:16 - Oblivion Remake Rumors 33:11 - Games for Shannon 36:45 - Rapid Fire Question 40:08 - What the Wiki?! 47:22 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEWS: Venba - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/07/31/venba-review-food-for-the-soul/ Disney Illusion Island - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch/2023/07/27/disney-illusion-island-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #nintendo
48:51
2 Aug 23
Armored Core 6 Fires Of Rubicon Hands-On Preview - The Press Start Podcast
We're lucky to have James W join the show having gone hands-on with FromSoftware's upcoming Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon to explain how the game brings the franchise to new Soulslike fans. Insomniac also have an unannounced game in the works that's got our minds racing, and Ewan concedes that some rather interesting Mortal Kombat characters have been revealed. 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Twisted Metal TV Show Preview 04:30 - Armored Core 6 Fires of Rubicon Hands-On Preview 22:21 - Insomniac's Unannounced Game 28:05 - Mortal Kombat 1's New Characters 33:11 - What Scent Do You Wish Your Controller Smelt Like? 38:05 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE PREVIEWS: Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/07/26/armored-core-vi-fires-of-rubicon-hands-on-preview-an-exciting-return-to-from/ Twisted Metal - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/07/25/twisted-metal-series-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast#playstation #xbox #nintento #fromsoftware #armoredcore6
Armored Core 6 Fires Of Rubicon Hands-On Preview - The Press Start Podcast
We're lucky to have James W join the show having gone hands-on with FromSoftware's upcoming Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon to explain how the game brings the franchise to new Soulslike fans. Insomniac also have an unannounced game in the works that's got our minds racing, and Ewan concedes that some rather interesting Mortal Kombat characters have been revealed. 00:00 - Intro 00:54 - Twisted Metal TV Show Preview 04:30 - Armored Core 6 Fires of Rubicon Hands-On Preview 22:21 - Insomniac's Unannounced Game 28:05 - Mortal Kombat 1's New Characters 33:11 - What Scent Do You Wish Your Controller Smelt Like? 38:05 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE PREVIEWS: Armored Core VI Fires of Rubicon - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/07/26/armored-core-vi-fires-of-rubicon-hands-on-preview-an-exciting-return-to-from/ Twisted Metal - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/07/25/twisted-metal-series-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast#playstation #xbox #nintento #fromsoftware #armoredcore6
46:59
25 Jul 23
Why You Should Still Give Exoprimal A Chance - The Press Start Podcast
After a week off we've got a stack of games to review including Exoprimal, Viewfinder and Pikmin 4! Shannon also previews EA Sports FC 24 (not to be confused with FIFA 24) and we try to figure out what's next for Xbox after they win their case against the FTC. 00:00 - Ewan Gets A Prediction Right 02:58 - Exoprimal Review 13:35 - Viewfinder Review 19:05 - EA Sports FC 24 Preview 25:03 - Pikmin 4 Review 34:09 - Xbox Wins FTC Challenge 46:59 - Rapid Fire Question 50:04 - What The Wiki?! 59:25 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS/PREVIEWS: Exoprimal - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2023/07/16/exoprimal-review-dont-call-it-a-dino-crisis/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #nintento #playstation #xbox #viewfinder #pikmin4 #exoprimal #easportsfc #fifa #pokemon
Why You Should Still Give Exoprimal A Chance - The Press Start Podcast
After a week off we've got a stack of games to review including Exoprimal, Viewfinder and Pikmin 4! Shannon also previews EA Sports FC 24 (not to be confused with FIFA 24) and we try to figure out what's next for Xbox after they win their case against the FTC. 00:00 - Ewan Gets A Prediction Right 02:58 - Exoprimal Review 13:35 - Viewfinder Review 19:05 - EA Sports FC 24 Preview 25:03 - Pikmin 4 Review 34:09 - Xbox Wins FTC Challenge 46:59 - Rapid Fire Question 50:04 - What The Wiki?! 59:25 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE REVIEWS/PREVIEWS: Exoprimal - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2023/07/16/exoprimal-review-dont-call-it-a-dino-crisis/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #nintento #playstation #xbox #viewfinder #pikmin4 #exoprimal #easportsfc #fifa #pokemon
01:01:00
19 Jul 23
Our Game Of The Year So Far 2023 - The Press Start Podcast
Six months in, we debate the Game of the Year so far in 2023. James also shares his preview of Pikmin 4 and we dissect the latest news emerging from the legal proceedings surrounding the Xbox/Activision-Blizzard acquisition. 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - Should There Be A New Banjo-Kazooie? 02:05 - Pikmin 4 Preview 11:22 - Our Game Of The Year So Far 23:32 - Microsoft CEO On Exclusive Games 36:13 - Call Of Duty Earns PlayStation Mega Bucks 40:12 - PlayStation Games Are Expensive 45:10 - Rapid Fire Question 50:16 - What The Wiki?! 59:42 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE NEWS: All Of The Best-Rated Games Released In 2023 So Far - https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/06/27/all-of-the-best-rated-games-released-in-2023-so-far/ The Biggest Games Coming Out In The Second Half Of 2023 - https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/07/03/the-biggest-games-coming-out-in-the-second-half-of-2023/ The Pikmin 4 Demo Is Out Now - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2023/06/29/the-pikmin-4-demo-is-out-now-alongside-a-new-deep-dive-trailer/ Microsoft's CEO Wants To Get Rid Of Console Exclusives - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/29/microsofts-ceo-wants-to-get-rid-of-console-exclusives-entirely/ Sony Accidentally Revealed Some Of Its PlayStation Exclusive Development Costs And They're Huge - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/06/29/sony-accidentally-revealed-some-of-its-aaa-game-development-costs-and-theyre-huge/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #playstation
Our Game Of The Year So Far 2023 - The Press Start Podcast
Six months in, we debate the Game of the Year so far in 2023. James also shares his preview of Pikmin 4 and we dissect the latest news emerging from the legal proceedings surrounding the Xbox/Activision-Blizzard acquisition. 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - Should There Be A New Banjo-Kazooie? 02:05 - Pikmin 4 Preview 11:22 - Our Game Of The Year So Far 23:32 - Microsoft CEO On Exclusive Games 36:13 - Call Of Duty Earns PlayStation Mega Bucks 40:12 - PlayStation Games Are Expensive 45:10 - Rapid Fire Question 50:16 - What The Wiki?! 59:42 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE NEWS: All Of The Best-Rated Games Released In 2023 So Far - https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/06/27/all-of-the-best-rated-games-released-in-2023-so-far/ The Biggest Games Coming Out In The Second Half Of 2023 - https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/07/03/the-biggest-games-coming-out-in-the-second-half-of-2023/ The Pikmin 4 Demo Is Out Now - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2023/06/29/the-pikmin-4-demo-is-out-now-alongside-a-new-deep-dive-trailer/ Microsoft's CEO Wants To Get Rid Of Console Exclusives - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/29/microsofts-ceo-wants-to-get-rid-of-console-exclusives-entirely/ Sony Accidentally Revealed Some Of Its PlayStation Exclusive Development Costs And They're Huge - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/06/29/sony-accidentally-revealed-some-of-its-aaa-game-development-costs-and-theyre-huge/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #playstation
01:01:18
4 Jul 23
Xbox Loses The Console War But Nintendo Announces New Mario Games - The Press Start Podcast
Loads of Nintendo and Xbox news to discuss this week! A bunch of new games, including Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Super Mario RPG, were announced in the Nintendo Direct last week. Xbox revealed a bunch during early court proceedings fighting the FTC's block of the Activision Blizzard merger. We tackle Xbox exclusivity, the long-term viability of Game Pass and answer the question: has Xbox really lost the console war? 00:00 - Intro 05:15 - Nintendo Direct Reactions 21:05 - Has Xbox Lost the Console Wars? 27:39 - When Do Next-Gen Consoles Release? 31:23 - Call of Duty Xbox Exclusive 32:25 - Indiana Jones Xbox Exclusive 38:29 - Elder Scrolls 6 Is Not Coming Out For Another 5 Years 44:36 - What Game's Been The Biggest Disappointment This Year? 49:42 - What The Wiki?! 53:18 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE NEWS: Everything Announced at the June 2023 Nintendo Direct - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2023/06/22/everything-announced-at-the-june-2023-nintendo-direct/ Microsoft Has Claimed That It's Already Lost The Console Wars - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/23/microsoft-has-told-courts-that-it-reckons-its-lost-the-console-wars/ Microsoft Reckons The Next Console Generation Will Kick Off In 2028 - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/23/microsoft-reckons-the-next-console-generation-will-kick-off-in-2028/ MachineGames' Indiana Jones Game Has Been Confirmed As Xbox And PC Exclusive - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/23/machinegames-indiana-jones-game-has-been-confirmed-as-xbox-and-pc-exclusive/ Phil Spencer Says The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Still At Least Five Years Away - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/26/phil-spencer-says-the-elder-scrolls-6-is-still-at-least-five-years-away/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #xbox
Xbox Loses The Console War But Nintendo Announces New Mario Games - The Press Start Podcast
Loads of Nintendo and Xbox news to discuss this week! A bunch of new games, including Super Mario Bros. Wonder and Super Mario RPG, were announced in the Nintendo Direct last week. Xbox revealed a bunch during early court proceedings fighting the FTC's block of the Activision Blizzard merger. We tackle Xbox exclusivity, the long-term viability of Game Pass and answer the question: has Xbox really lost the console war? 00:00 - Intro 05:15 - Nintendo Direct Reactions 21:05 - Has Xbox Lost the Console Wars? 27:39 - When Do Next-Gen Consoles Release? 31:23 - Call of Duty Xbox Exclusive 32:25 - Indiana Jones Xbox Exclusive 38:29 - Elder Scrolls 6 Is Not Coming Out For Another 5 Years 44:36 - What Game's Been The Biggest Disappointment This Year? 49:42 - What The Wiki?! 53:18 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ ALL THE NEWS: Everything Announced at the June 2023 Nintendo Direct - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2023/06/22/everything-announced-at-the-june-2023-nintendo-direct/ Microsoft Has Claimed That It's Already Lost The Console Wars - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/23/microsoft-has-told-courts-that-it-reckons-its-lost-the-console-wars/ Microsoft Reckons The Next Console Generation Will Kick Off In 2028 - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/23/microsoft-reckons-the-next-console-generation-will-kick-off-in-2028/ MachineGames' Indiana Jones Game Has Been Confirmed As Xbox And PC Exclusive - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/23/machinegames-indiana-jones-game-has-been-confirmed-as-xbox-and-pc-exclusive/ Phil Spencer Says The Elder Scrolls 6 Is Still At Least Five Years Away - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/26/phil-spencer-says-the-elder-scrolls-6-is-still-at-least-five-years-away/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #xbox
54:27
27 Jun 23
Final Fantasy 16 Review And Our Summer Game Fest Previews - The Press Start Podcast
2023 continues to deliver. Final Fantasy XVI is upon us and we've beaten it. Harry shares his review with James and Kieron weighing in too. Brodie's back from Summer Game Fest to talk about the games he saw behind closed doors. 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Final Fantasy 16 Review 23:26 - Summer Game Fest 24:33 - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Preview 26:41 - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Preview 29:32 - Cocoon Preview 31:44 - Armoured Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Preview 34:48 - Alan Wake 2 Preview 41:21 - Demos We've Been Playing 42:25 - Wood & Weather Demo 43:32 - Lies of P Demo 44:41 - Who Do We Want Kojima To Work With If Not Nicholas Cage? 48:40 - What the Wiki?! 53:23 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEW: Final Fantasy XVI Review – An Eikonic Achievement: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/06/22/final-fantasy-xvi-review/ READ OUR PREVIEWS Star Wars Outlaws: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/star-wars-outlaws-preview-the-scoundrel-story-weve-been-waiting-for/ Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/avatar-frontiers-of-pandora-preview-an-epic-trip-back-to-pandora/ The Crew Motorfest: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/the-crew-motorfest-hands-on-preview-car-culture-club/ Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-hands-on-preview-the-fresh-prince/ Cocoon: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/cocoon-hands-on-preview-a-world-hopping-adventure/ Mortal Kombat 1: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/mortal-kombat-1-hands-on-preview-a-toasty-new-beginning/ Alan Wake 2: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/10/alan-wake-2-preview-the-saga-continues/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #finalfantasyxiv
Final Fantasy 16 Review And Our Summer Game Fest Previews - The Press Start Podcast
2023 continues to deliver. Final Fantasy XVI is upon us and we've beaten it. Harry shares his review with James and Kieron weighing in too. Brodie's back from Summer Game Fest to talk about the games he saw behind closed doors. 00:00 - Intro 00:48 - Final Fantasy 16 Review 23:26 - Summer Game Fest 24:33 - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Preview 26:41 - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Preview 29:32 - Cocoon Preview 31:44 - Armoured Core VI: Fires of Rubicon Preview 34:48 - Alan Wake 2 Preview 41:21 - Demos We've Been Playing 42:25 - Wood & Weather Demo 43:32 - Lies of P Demo 44:41 - Who Do We Want Kojima To Work With If Not Nicholas Cage? 48:40 - What the Wiki?! 53:23 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEW: Final Fantasy XVI Review – An Eikonic Achievement: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/06/22/final-fantasy-xvi-review/ READ OUR PREVIEWS Star Wars Outlaws: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/star-wars-outlaws-preview-the-scoundrel-story-weve-been-waiting-for/ Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/avatar-frontiers-of-pandora-preview-an-epic-trip-back-to-pandora/ The Crew Motorfest: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/the-crew-motorfest-hands-on-preview-car-culture-club/ Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-hands-on-preview-the-fresh-prince/ Cocoon: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/cocoon-hands-on-preview-a-world-hopping-adventure/ Mortal Kombat 1: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/mortal-kombat-1-hands-on-preview-a-toasty-new-beginning/ Alan Wake 2: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/10/alan-wake-2-preview-the-saga-continues/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected] #gaming #podcast #finalfantasyxiv
55:13
21 Jun 23
Our Thoughts On The Xbox Showcase And Ubisoft Forward
After a big weekend of new video game announcements, we unpack all the big reveals from the Xbox Showcase, Ubisoft Forward and Capcom Showcase, including Starfield, Star Wars Outlaws, Fable, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Avowed, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Forza Motorsport, The Crew Motorfest and more! 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Xbox Showcase 17:10 - Ubisoft Forward 31:30 - Capcom Showcase 39:08 - Anything Else? 42:59 - Starfield Only 30 FPS 50:20 - What's Your Most Anticipated Game? 53:10 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. CHECK OUT ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS Xbox: https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/12/everything-announced-at-the-xbox-games-showcase-2023/ Ubisoft: https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/06/13/everything-announced-at-ubisoft-forward-2023/ Capcom: https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/06/13/all-of-the-capcom-showcase-2023-announcements/ READ OUR PREVIEWS Star Wars Outlaws: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/star-wars-outlaws-preview-the-scoundrel-story-weve-been-waiting-for/ Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/avatar-frontiers-of-pandora-preview-an-epic-trip-back-to-pandora/ The Crew Motorfest: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/the-crew-motorfest-hands-on-preview-car-culture-club/ Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-hands-on-preview-the-fresh-prince/ Cocoon: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/cocoon-hands-on-preview-a-world-hopping-adventure/ Mortal Kombat 1: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/mortal-kombat-1-hands-on-preview-a-toasty-new-beginning/ Alan Wake 2: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/10/alan-wake-2-preview-the-saga-continues/ For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected]
Our Thoughts On The Xbox Showcase And Ubisoft Forward
After a big weekend of new video game announcements, we unpack all the big reveals from the Xbox Showcase, Ubisoft Forward and Capcom Showcase, including Starfield, Star Wars Outlaws, Fable, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, Avowed, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Forza Motorsport, The Crew Motorfest and more! 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Xbox Showcase 17:10 - Ubisoft Forward 31:30 - Capcom Showcase 39:08 - Anything Else? 42:59 - Starfield Only 30 FPS 50:20 - What's Your Most Anticipated Game? 53:10 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. CHECK OUT ALL THE ANNOUNCEMENTS Xbox: https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2023/06/12/everything-announced-at-the-xbox-games-showcase-2023/ Ubisoft: https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/06/13/everything-announced-at-ubisoft-forward-2023/ Capcom: https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/06/13/all-of-the-capcom-showcase-2023-announcements/ READ OUR PREVIEWS Star Wars Outlaws: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/star-wars-outlaws-preview-the-scoundrel-story-weve-been-waiting-for/ Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/avatar-frontiers-of-pandora-preview-an-epic-trip-back-to-pandora/ The Crew Motorfest: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/the-crew-motorfest-hands-on-preview-car-culture-club/ Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/13/prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-hands-on-preview-the-fresh-prince/ Cocoon: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/cocoon-hands-on-preview-a-world-hopping-adventure/ Mortal Kombat 1: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/11/mortal-kombat-1-hands-on-preview-a-toasty-new-beginning/ Alan Wake 2: https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/06/10/alan-wake-2-preview-the-saga-continues/ For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected]
58:39
13 Jun 23
We React To The Summer Game Fest Showcase
In a special bonus episode of The Press Start Podcast, we react to all the announcements from the Summer Game Fest Showcase.
We React To The Summer Game Fest Showcase
In a special bonus episode of The Press Start Podcast, we react to all the announcements from the Summer Game Fest Showcase.
26:02
9 Jun 23
Our Summer Game Fest Predictions
E3 is no more but from the ashes rises Summer Game Fest. Kicking off this weekend, there are sure to be tonnes of exciting announcements. We share some of our predictions for what will be shown during the showcase, react to the Silent Hill: Ascension trailer, quiz Shannon of Apple's new Vision Pro headset (and Meta's Quest 3), and delve deeper into Redfall's woes. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Spider-Man 2 Interview 02:54 - Silent Hill: Ascension Trailer Reaction 10:47 - Summer Game Fest Predictions 23:55 - Redfall Devs Wanted The Game Cancelled 31:31 - Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest 3 43:09 - What Resident Evil Game Should Be Remade Next? 45:49 - What The Wiki?!
Our Summer Game Fest Predictions
E3 is no more but from the ashes rises Summer Game Fest. Kicking off this weekend, there are sure to be tonnes of exciting announcements. We share some of our predictions for what will be shown during the showcase, react to the Silent Hill: Ascension trailer, quiz Shannon of Apple's new Vision Pro headset (and Meta's Quest 3), and delve deeper into Redfall's woes. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Spider-Man 2 Interview 02:54 - Silent Hill: Ascension Trailer Reaction 10:47 - Summer Game Fest Predictions 23:55 - Redfall Devs Wanted The Game Cancelled 31:31 - Apple's Vision Pro and Meta's Quest 3 43:09 - What Resident Evil Game Should Be Remade Next? 45:49 - What The Wiki?!
52:48
5 Jun 23
Diablo 4 And Street Fighter 6 Review
Harry joins the show to share his review of Diablo 4 and James, his review of Street Fighter 6. We also react to Gollum's poor reviews and the news The Last of Us's multiplayer game, Factions (or whatever it ends up being called), but still be a while away. 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Diablo IV Review 11:42 - Street Fighter 6 Review 21:56 - Gollum Review Reactions 28:11 - The Last of Us Factions Updates 35:33 - What Game Disappointed You The Most? 39:38 - What the Wiki?!
Diablo 4 And Street Fighter 6 Review
Harry joins the show to share his review of Diablo 4 and James, his review of Street Fighter 6. We also react to Gollum's poor reviews and the news The Last of Us's multiplayer game, Factions (or whatever it ends up being called), but still be a while away. 00:00 - Intro 00:45 - Diablo IV Review 11:42 - Street Fighter 6 Review 21:56 - Gollum Review Reactions 28:11 - The Last of Us Factions Updates 35:33 - What Game Disappointed You The Most? 39:38 - What the Wiki?!
49:54
30 May 23
Reacting To The PlayStation Showcase And Handheld Announcement
Hot off the heels of the PlayStation Showcase, the team reacts to all the announcements and new trailers including Spider-Man 2, PlayStation Project Q, Alan Wake 2, Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Fairgame$ and more! 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - PlayStation Showcase Impressions 09:12 - Spider-Man 2 New Trailer Reactions 12:54 - What Is PlayStation's New Handheld? 21:19 - Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater Remake Reactions 27:15 - Alan Wake 2 Trailer Breakdown 32:57 - Assassin's Creed Mirage Reveal Reaction 37:12 - Fairgame$ PlayStation's First Live-Service Game 40:56 - All The Other Games Announced At The PlayStation Showcase 45:47 - Mortal Kombat I Reaction 50:17 - Digital Or Physical Games Debate 56:13 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
Reacting To The PlayStation Showcase And Handheld Announcement
Hot off the heels of the PlayStation Showcase, the team reacts to all the announcements and new trailers including Spider-Man 2, PlayStation Project Q, Alan Wake 2, Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater, Assassin's Creed Mirage, Fairgame$ and more! 00:00 - Intro 00:35 - PlayStation Showcase Impressions 09:12 - Spider-Man 2 New Trailer Reactions 12:54 - What Is PlayStation's New Handheld? 21:19 - Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater Remake Reactions 27:15 - Alan Wake 2 Trailer Breakdown 32:57 - Assassin's Creed Mirage Reveal Reaction 37:12 - Fairgame$ PlayStation's First Live-Service Game 40:56 - All The Other Games Announced At The PlayStation Showcase 45:47 - Mortal Kombat I Reaction 50:17 - Digital Or Physical Games Debate 56:13 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
01:02:31
25 May 23
PlayStation Showcase Predictions & LEGO 2K Drive Review
A week out from a freshly announced PlayStation Showcase, we predict and anticipate what might be announced. Kieron shares his LEGO 2K Drive review, we reflect on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom a week on, react to Overwatch 2's PvE cancellation, and ask "is GTA 6 coming out next year?" 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - LEGO 2K Drive Review 06:47 - PlayStation Showcase Predictions 15:02 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom A Week Later 20:47 - Reaction to Overwatch 2's PvE Cancellation 28:04 - Do We Finally Have A GTA 6's Release Date? 33:53 - What the Wiki?! 39:17 - Outro
PlayStation Showcase Predictions & LEGO 2K Drive Review
A week out from a freshly announced PlayStation Showcase, we predict and anticipate what might be announced. Kieron shares his LEGO 2K Drive review, we reflect on The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom a week on, react to Overwatch 2's PvE cancellation, and ask "is GTA 6 coming out next year?" 00:00 - Intro 00:32 - LEGO 2K Drive Review 06:47 - PlayStation Showcase Predictions 15:02 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom A Week Later 20:47 - Reaction to Overwatch 2's PvE Cancellation 28:04 - Do We Finally Have A GTA 6's Release Date? 33:53 - What the Wiki?! 39:17 - Outro
40:29
18 May 23
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a masterpiece! James shares his 10/10 review of the latest Legend of Zelda series entry, sharing his thoughts on the new world, characters, puzzles, boss battles, gameplay mechanics, crafting and more! Brodie also shares his thoughts on AFL 23 and its bugs in his review of the game, and we react to the news of a new Game Freak game in development with Private Division. 00:00 - Intro 00:53 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review 24:42 - AFL 23 Review 37:24 - Game Freak's New Game Project Bloom 44:41 - Rapid Fire Question: The Gaming Industry's Hard-Truths 47:24 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is a masterpiece! James shares his 10/10 review of the latest Legend of Zelda series entry, sharing his thoughts on the new world, characters, puzzles, boss battles, gameplay mechanics, crafting and more! Brodie also shares his thoughts on AFL 23 and its bugs in his review of the game, and we react to the news of a new Game Freak game in development with Private Division. 00:00 - Intro 00:53 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Review 24:42 - AFL 23 Review 37:24 - Game Freak's New Game Project Bloom 44:41 - Rapid Fire Question: The Gaming Industry's Hard-Truths 47:24 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
55:41
11 May 23
Redfall Review: We've All Played It And Are Disappointed - The Press Start Podcast
It's rare we've all played a game together ahead of review, but we've all played Redfall and have thoughts. We discuss our Redfall review, our Star Wars Jedi: Survivor review, the AFL 23 delay, offer our Twisted Metal trailer reactions and Vampire Survivors TV shows. 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Redfall Review 26:03 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Review 33:21 - AFL 23 Delay (Again) 36:48 - Does Xbox Make Game Publishing Harder? 40:45 - Twisted Metal TV Show Trailer Reactions 45:40 - Vampire Survivor TV Show News Reaction 47:53 - How Will Starfield Review? 50:04 - What The Wiki?!
Redfall Review: We've All Played It And Are Disappointed - The Press Start Podcast
It's rare we've all played a game together ahead of review, but we've all played Redfall and have thoughts. We discuss our Redfall review, our Star Wars Jedi: Survivor review, the AFL 23 delay, offer our Twisted Metal trailer reactions and Vampire Survivors TV shows. 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - Redfall Review 26:03 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Review 33:21 - AFL 23 Delay (Again) 36:48 - Does Xbox Make Game Publishing Harder? 40:45 - Twisted Metal TV Show Trailer Reactions 45:40 - Vampire Survivor TV Show News Reaction 47:53 - How Will Starfield Review? 50:04 - What The Wiki?!
56:57
2 May 23
Can Tears Of The Kingdom Really Improve On Breath Of The Wild?
Shannon's played The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and tries to reassure us it adds enough to feel fresh compared to Breath of the Wild. We also discuss the future of The Division, the next Horizon game and the hyper-realistic but controversial Unrecord. 00:30 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Preview 16:57 - The Forest Update 18:17 - KarmaZoo Preview 21:01 - Nintendo Indie World Showcase 26:46 - The Future of The Division 38:14 - Horizon 3 Confirmed? 47:53 - Unrecord 55:15 - Rapid Fire Question 59:18 - What the Wiki?!
Can Tears Of The Kingdom Really Improve On Breath Of The Wild?
Shannon's played The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and tries to reassure us it adds enough to feel fresh compared to Breath of the Wild. We also discuss the future of The Division, the next Horizon game and the hyper-realistic but controversial Unrecord. 00:30 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Preview 16:57 - The Forest Update 18:17 - KarmaZoo Preview 21:01 - Nintendo Indie World Showcase 26:46 - The Future of The Division 38:14 - Horizon 3 Confirmed? 47:53 - Unrecord 55:15 - Rapid Fire Question 59:18 - What the Wiki?!
01:06:34
26 Apr 23
Dead Island 2 Review And Redfall Only 30 FPS At Launch
The gang's been playing the long-awaited Dead Island 2 and is here to share their thoughts, also weighing in on SEGA's move to acquire Angry Birds creators, Rovio; Redfall not having a performance mode at launch; and the announcement of a standalone Quidditch game. Should it have been in Hogwarts Legacy, or is it right to be its own thing? 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - The Forest 04:14 - Dead Island 2 Review 18:52 - SEGA Buying Rovio 24:38 - Redfall Won't Have A 60 FPS Mode At Launch 36:46 - Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions 46:22 - Rapid Fire Question 49:53 - What the Wiki?!
Dead Island 2 Review And Redfall Only 30 FPS At Launch
The gang's been playing the long-awaited Dead Island 2 and is here to share their thoughts, also weighing in on SEGA's move to acquire Angry Birds creators, Rovio; Redfall not having a performance mode at launch; and the announcement of a standalone Quidditch game. Should it have been in Hogwarts Legacy, or is it right to be its own thing? 00:00 - Intro 00:51 - The Forest 04:14 - Dead Island 2 Review 18:52 - SEGA Buying Rovio 24:38 - Redfall Won't Have A 60 FPS Mode At Launch 36:46 - Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions 46:22 - Rapid Fire Question 49:53 - What the Wiki?!
57:26
18 Apr 23
Is A New PlayStation Handheld Coming Soon? - The Press Start Podcast
With the Mario movie breaking records and talk it might pick up an Oscar, the gang reflects on what's made it so successful. We also weigh in on the rumours of a new PlayStation handheld, speculating how it might work and what it'll cost as we ask "do we even want one?" Maybe if it was the PS Vita 2... EA Sports FC — the continuation of the FIFA series now the license has been dropped — was also revealed this week, as was news AFL 23 has been delayed. James has reviewed Ghostwire Tokyo: A Spider's Thread, and Brodie, Tron Identity. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Mario Movie Breaking Records 09:21 - New PlayStation Handheld Rumoured 22:09 - EA Sports FC Revealed 26:37 - AFL 23 Delayed 33:51 - Ghostwire Tokyo: A Spider's Thread Review 44:42 - Tron Identity Review 45:57 - Rapid Fire Question 50:35 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected]
Is A New PlayStation Handheld Coming Soon? - The Press Start Podcast
With the Mario movie breaking records and talk it might pick up an Oscar, the gang reflects on what's made it so successful. We also weigh in on the rumours of a new PlayStation handheld, speculating how it might work and what it'll cost as we ask "do we even want one?" Maybe if it was the PS Vita 2... EA Sports FC — the continuation of the FIFA series now the license has been dropped — was also revealed this week, as was news AFL 23 has been delayed. James has reviewed Ghostwire Tokyo: A Spider's Thread, and Brodie, Tron Identity. 00:00 - Intro 00:40 - Mario Movie Breaking Records 09:21 - New PlayStation Handheld Rumoured 22:09 - EA Sports FC Revealed 26:37 - AFL 23 Delayed 33:51 - Ghostwire Tokyo: A Spider's Thread Review 44:42 - Tron Identity Review 45:57 - Rapid Fire Question 50:35 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. FOLLOW US | @pressstartau Contact us at [email protected]
59:14
11 Apr 23
We've Seen The Mario Movie And Played Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Kieron's seen the Super Mario Bros. Movie and shares his thoughts. James joins the show to share his preview of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. We weigh in on E3's cancellation, the Australian Government coming after loot boxes, and the latest Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom gameplay. Apologies for Ewan sounding a bit funky. We had an audio hiccup, and relied upon some audio-enhancing AI to clean it up, but we know it makes him sound a little weird. 00:00 - Intro 01:53 - Super Mario Bros. Movie Review 09:52 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Preview 22:47 - E3 2023 Is Cancelled 32:20 - Loot Boxes Changes Australian Video Game Classifications 41:47 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 51:01 - The Last of Us Part I PC Glitches 52:16 - Rapid Fire Question 53:31 - What The Wiki?!
We've Seen The Mario Movie And Played Star Wars Jedi: Survivor
Kieron's seen the Super Mario Bros. Movie and shares his thoughts. James joins the show to share his preview of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. We weigh in on E3's cancellation, the Australian Government coming after loot boxes, and the latest Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom gameplay. Apologies for Ewan sounding a bit funky. We had an audio hiccup, and relied upon some audio-enhancing AI to clean it up, but we know it makes him sound a little weird. 00:00 - Intro 01:53 - Super Mario Bros. Movie Review 09:52 - Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Preview 22:47 - E3 2023 Is Cancelled 32:20 - Loot Boxes Changes Australian Video Game Classifications 41:47 - The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom 51:01 - The Last of Us Part I PC Glitches 52:16 - Rapid Fire Question 53:31 - What The Wiki?!
59:09
4 Apr 23
Making Money On Fortnite And The MultiVersus Hiatus
Kicking things off, James reviews Lush's new Mario-themed bath and shower range. We then go on to review Dredge and Terra Nil, unpack the LEGO 2K Drive announcement, dissect the Unreal Editor for Fortnite reveal, reflect on Multiversus going offline until next year, discuss the Resident Evil 4 remake getting extra content, and react to Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora screenshots leaking. 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Mario x Lush 04:41 - Dredge Review 09:13 - Terra Nil Review 11:32 - LEGO 2K Drive Reactions 16:25 - Unreal Editor for Fortnite Explained 24:20 - Our Reaction to MultiVersus Going Offline 35:03 - Resident Evil 4 Remake DLC 43:13 - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Screenshots Leaked 47:15 - Do We Care About Ray-Tracing Still? 47:59 - Dark, Mature TMNT Game: What Would We Like To See Get The Same Treatment? 49:50 - What The Wiki?!
Making Money On Fortnite And The MultiVersus Hiatus
Kicking things off, James reviews Lush's new Mario-themed bath and shower range. We then go on to review Dredge and Terra Nil, unpack the LEGO 2K Drive announcement, dissect the Unreal Editor for Fortnite reveal, reflect on Multiversus going offline until next year, discuss the Resident Evil 4 remake getting extra content, and react to Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora screenshots leaking. 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Mario x Lush 04:41 - Dredge Review 09:13 - Terra Nil Review 11:32 - LEGO 2K Drive Reactions 16:25 - Unreal Editor for Fortnite Explained 24:20 - Our Reaction to MultiVersus Going Offline 35:03 - Resident Evil 4 Remake DLC 43:13 - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Screenshots Leaked 47:15 - Do We Care About Ray-Tracing Still? 47:59 - Dark, Mature TMNT Game: What Would We Like To See Get The Same Treatment? 49:50 - What The Wiki?!
53:00
28 Mar 23
Did You Know Netflix Has Some Good Games?
On this week's episode, the gang reflect on Lance Reddick's contribution to video games, reviews Tchia, discovers the games available on Netflix, ponders as to why Starfield got rated R18+ here in Australia, and discusses LEGO's newest foray into games. 00:00 - Outro 00:30 - Lance Reddick's Contribution to Video Games 03:21 - Tchia Review 07:16 - Netflix Games and Zack Snyder's RPG 17:12 - Starfield Rated R18+ in Australia 22:00 - LEGO 2K Drivers 29:17 - Rapid Fire Question 32:23 - What the Wiki?! 36:11 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
Did You Know Netflix Has Some Good Games?
On this week's episode, the gang reflect on Lance Reddick's contribution to video games, reviews Tchia, discovers the games available on Netflix, ponders as to why Starfield got rated R18+ here in Australia, and discusses LEGO's newest foray into games. 00:00 - Outro 00:30 - Lance Reddick's Contribution to Video Games 03:21 - Tchia Review 07:16 - Netflix Games and Zack Snyder's RPG 17:12 - Starfield Rated R18+ in Australia 22:00 - LEGO 2K Drivers 29:17 - Rapid Fire Question 32:23 - What the Wiki?! 36:11 - Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
37:17
22 Mar 23
Resident Evil 4 Is The Best Of The Remakes
In one of the more chaotic episodes this year, the gang reviews the Resident Evil 4 Remake and Before Your Eyes, discusses the delay of Starfield and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, and asks important questions like "do reviews still influence you?" and "what's your go-to gaming snack at the moment?" 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Resident Evil 4 Remake Review 16:54 - Before Your Eyes Review 20:40 - The Last of Us HBO Series 30:18 - Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Delayed 35:06 - Starfield Delay and Xbox Showcase 44:35 - Do Video Game Reviews Still Matter? 48:48 - What's Your Go-To Gaming Snack at the Moment? 52:48 - What the Wiki?! 58:57 - Outro
Resident Evil 4 Is The Best Of The Remakes
In one of the more chaotic episodes this year, the gang reviews the Resident Evil 4 Remake and Before Your Eyes, discusses the delay of Starfield and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, and asks important questions like "do reviews still influence you?" and "what's your go-to gaming snack at the moment?" 00:00 - Intro 00:33 - Resident Evil 4 Remake Review 16:54 - Before Your Eyes Review 20:40 - The Last of Us HBO Series 30:18 - Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League Delayed 35:06 - Starfield Delay and Xbox Showcase 44:35 - Do Video Game Reviews Still Matter? 48:48 - What's Your Go-To Gaming Snack at the Moment? 52:48 - What the Wiki?! 58:57 - Outro
01:00:43
17 Mar 23
Counter-Strike 2 Could Be Announced Soon But Might Not Be What You Think
The full squad assembles to discuss Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Counter-Strike 2 potentially being announced soon, Metroid Fusion coming to Switch, Hogwarts Legacy getting delayed (again) for PS4 and Xbox One and our favourite novelty controllers. We also have one of the most mental rounds of What the Wiki so far this season. Don't forget, the podcast is available in full as a video version on our YouTube channel! 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Impressions 07:21 - Counter-Strike 2 Reportedly Coming Soon 15:39 - Metroid Fusion Coming to Nintendo Switch 19:28 - Nintendo Switch's 6th Birthday 23:08 - Hogwarts Legacy Delayed for PS4/Xbox One (Again) 28:08 - The Wolf Among Us 2 Delayed 30:01 - Our Favourite Novelty Controllers 34:46 - What the Wiki?! 40:17 - Outro
Counter-Strike 2 Could Be Announced Soon But Might Not Be What You Think
The full squad assembles to discuss Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty, Counter-Strike 2 potentially being announced soon, Metroid Fusion coming to Switch, Hogwarts Legacy getting delayed (again) for PS4 and Xbox One and our favourite novelty controllers. We also have one of the most mental rounds of What the Wiki so far this season. Don't forget, the podcast is available in full as a video version on our YouTube channel! 00:00 - Intro 00:34 - Wo Long: Fallen Dynasty Impressions 07:21 - Counter-Strike 2 Reportedly Coming Soon 15:39 - Metroid Fusion Coming to Nintendo Switch 19:28 - Nintendo Switch's 6th Birthday 23:08 - Hogwarts Legacy Delayed for PS4/Xbox One (Again) 28:08 - The Wolf Among Us 2 Delayed 30:01 - Our Favourite Novelty Controllers 34:46 - What the Wiki?! 40:17 - Outro
41:40
7 Mar 23
Suicide Squad's Gameplay Trailer Has Us Worried
Suicide Squad's Gameplay Trailer Has Us Worried - The Press Start Podcast Right before we hit record on this episode of The Press Start Podcast, news breaks of Elden Ring getting an expansion. We react to that news, and PlayStation's State of Play, the new Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League gameplay, the Pokemon Day Direct, and more! 00:01:52 - An Elden Ring Expansion Is Coming 00:07:15 - PlayStation's State of Play 00:13:05 - Suicide Squad 00:25:08 - Pokemon Day Direct 00:30:20 - Rapid Fire Question 00:32:48 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
Suicide Squad's Gameplay Trailer Has Us Worried
Suicide Squad's Gameplay Trailer Has Us Worried - The Press Start Podcast Right before we hit record on this episode of The Press Start Podcast, news breaks of Elden Ring getting an expansion. We react to that news, and PlayStation's State of Play, the new Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League gameplay, the Pokemon Day Direct, and more! 00:01:52 - An Elden Ring Expansion Is Coming 00:07:15 - PlayStation's State of Play 00:13:05 - Suicide Squad 00:25:08 - Pokemon Day Direct 00:30:20 - Rapid Fire Question 00:32:48 - What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast.
40:59
28 Feb 23
Atomic Heart Didn’t Steal Our Heart
Atomic Heart is out and we were all really excited for it, but it's sadly not lived up to expectations. James had a grand ol' time with Wild Hearts and Octopath Traveller II though. We dissect the recent news of Nintendo signing a deal with Xbox, and Returnal not doing bumper sales numbers on PC. We now also have a video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel! 00:04:18 - Atomic Heart Review 00:17:16 - Wild Hearts Review 00:21:03 - Octopath Traveller II Review 00:23:57 - Nintendo Xbox Deal 00:32:17 - Returnal Struggling On PC 00:36:29 - Rapid Fire Question 00:38:16 - What The Wiki?!
Atomic Heart Didn’t Steal Our Heart
Atomic Heart is out and we were all really excited for it, but it's sadly not lived up to expectations. James had a grand ol' time with Wild Hearts and Octopath Traveller II though. We dissect the recent news of Nintendo signing a deal with Xbox, and Returnal not doing bumper sales numbers on PC. We now also have a video version of the podcast on our YouTube channel! 00:04:18 - Atomic Heart Review 00:17:16 - Wild Hearts Review 00:21:03 - Octopath Traveller II Review 00:23:57 - Nintendo Xbox Deal 00:32:17 - Returnal Struggling On PC 00:36:29 - Rapid Fire Question 00:38:16 - What The Wiki?!
45:24
21 Feb 23
We Review PlayStation VR 2 And Metroid Prime Remastered
The gang get together to share their final thoughts on PlayStation VR2 and its launch lineup, and James tells us his honest opinion on Metroid Prime Remastered. We also unpack the Nintendo Direct in the week and have a dramatic round of What the Wiki?! 00:00:21:00 - PS VR2 Review 00:15:01:01 - Metroid Prime Remastered Review 00:21:18:09 - Nintendo Direct Unpacked 00:27:12:18 - Tears of the Kingdom 00:34:57:10 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:19:25 - What the Wiki?!
We Review PlayStation VR 2 And Metroid Prime Remastered
The gang get together to share their final thoughts on PlayStation VR2 and its launch lineup, and James tells us his honest opinion on Metroid Prime Remastered. We also unpack the Nintendo Direct in the week and have a dramatic round of What the Wiki?! 00:00:21:00 - PS VR2 Review 00:15:01:01 - Metroid Prime Remastered Review 00:21:18:09 - Nintendo Direct Unpacked 00:27:12:18 - Tears of the Kingdom 00:34:57:10 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:19:25 - What the Wiki?!
43:08
16 Feb 23
All Of Our Hogwarts Legacy Questions Answered
One of the most anticipated games of the year is here, and James is on the show to unpack his review and answer all our burning questions. We also discuss PlayStation scrapping the games catalogue, games being shut down and Dragon Age Dreadwolf taking inspiration from God of War. 00:00:23 - Hogwarts Legacy Review 00:22:09 - PlayStation Plus Games Catalogue Scrapped 00:27:17 - Games Getting Shut down 00:34:54 - Dragon Age Dreadwolf 00:39:10 - Rapid Fire Question 00:40:54 - What the Wiki?!
All Of Our Hogwarts Legacy Questions Answered
One of the most anticipated games of the year is here, and James is on the show to unpack his review and answer all our burning questions. We also discuss PlayStation scrapping the games catalogue, games being shut down and Dragon Age Dreadwolf taking inspiration from God of War. 00:00:23 - Hogwarts Legacy Review 00:22:09 - PlayStation Plus Games Catalogue Scrapped 00:27:17 - Games Getting Shut down 00:34:54 - Dragon Age Dreadwolf 00:39:10 - Rapid Fire Question 00:40:54 - What the Wiki?!
45:37
7 Feb 23
Dead Space Is A Better Remake Than The Last Of Us Part I
The Dead Space remake is out, and Brodie's on the show to share his review. Kieron's also played SEASON: A Letter to the Future and Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake and shares his thoughts. The team also discuss Xbox + Bethesda's Developer Direct, Horizon and TLOU multiplayer rumours, Uncharted possibly making a coming back, and Shannon's impressions of the $340 PlayStation Dualsense Edge controller. 00:00:29 - Dead Space Review 00:08:54 - SEASON: A Letter to the Future Review 00:10:25 - Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake Review 00:12:19 - Xbox + Bethesda: Developer Direct Reactions 00:23:07 - Horizon and The Last of Us Multiplayer Games 00:30:24 - Is Uncharted Coming Back? 00:34:42 - Dualsense Edge Impressions 00:35:28 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:36 - What The Wiki?!
Dead Space Is A Better Remake Than The Last Of Us Part I
The Dead Space remake is out, and Brodie's on the show to share his review. Kieron's also played SEASON: A Letter to the Future and Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake and shares his thoughts. The team also discuss Xbox + Bethesda's Developer Direct, Horizon and TLOU multiplayer rumours, Uncharted possibly making a coming back, and Shannon's impressions of the $340 PlayStation Dualsense Edge controller. 00:00:29 - Dead Space Review 00:08:54 - SEASON: A Letter to the Future Review 00:10:25 - Spongebob Squarepants: The Cosmic Shake Review 00:12:19 - Xbox + Bethesda: Developer Direct Reactions 00:23:07 - Horizon and The Last of Us Multiplayer Games 00:30:24 - Is Uncharted Coming Back? 00:34:42 - Dualsense Edge Impressions 00:35:28 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:36 - What The Wiki?!
39:55
31 Jan 23
Why We Still Enjoyed Forspoken Despite Its Flaws
Forspoken is out and James has reviewed it. He shares his thoughts on the game and joins our discussion on the discontinued support for Marvel's Avengers, the reported leak of Ubisoft games, and Shannon's PS VR2 impressions.
Why We Still Enjoyed Forspoken Despite Its Flaws
Forspoken is out and James has reviewed it. He shares his thoughts on the game and joins our discussion on the discontinued support for Marvel's Avengers, the reported leak of Ubisoft games, and Shannon's PS VR2 impressions.
54:45
24 Jan 23
Does The PS VR2's Launch Lineup Justify A Day One Purchase?
Microsoft has laid off 10,000 employees, including those in the game studios. We react to the restructuring and the implications for Xbox's future, discuss the leaked Suicide Squad images suggesting it is a live service game, and PSVR2s launch lineup. 00:02:28 - Microsoft Layoffs 00:08:40 - Suicide Squad 00:15:43 - PS VR2 Launch Lineup 00:20:44 - Rapid Fire 00:21:29 - What the Wiki?!
Does The PS VR2's Launch Lineup Justify A Day One Purchase?
Microsoft has laid off 10,000 employees, including those in the game studios. We react to the restructuring and the implications for Xbox's future, discuss the leaked Suicide Squad images suggesting it is a live service game, and PSVR2s launch lineup. 00:02:28 - Microsoft Layoffs 00:08:40 - Suicide Squad 00:15:43 - PS VR2 Launch Lineup 00:20:44 - Rapid Fire 00:21:29 - What the Wiki?!
26:38
20 Jan 23
Does The Last Of Us HBO Series Live Up To The Hype?
We've watched the new The Last Of Us series and share our spoiler-free thoughts on the first season. In the news this week is also the rumour of Apple launching an AR/VR headset, an upcoming Xbox showcase and new menu items coming to McDonald's. 00:01:43 - The Last Of Us HBO Series Reactions 00:14:57 - Apple's AR/VR Headset 00:21:57 - Xbox's Rumoured Showcase 00:28:48 - Rapid Fire Question 00:35:40 - What The Wiki?!
Does The Last Of Us HBO Series Live Up To The Hype?
We've watched the new The Last Of Us series and share our spoiler-free thoughts on the first season. In the news this week is also the rumour of Apple launching an AR/VR headset, an upcoming Xbox showcase and new menu items coming to McDonald's. 00:01:43 - The Last Of Us HBO Series Reactions 00:14:57 - Apple's AR/VR Headset 00:21:57 - Xbox's Rumoured Showcase 00:28:48 - Rapid Fire Question 00:35:40 - What The Wiki?!
42:36
10 Jan 23
Our Bold 2023 Gaming Predictions
Happy New Year! To mark our first episode of the year, we predict what will happen in games in 2023 and make some changes to the rules of What the Wiki?!
Our Bold 2023 Gaming Predictions
Happy New Year! To mark our first episode of the year, we predict what will happen in games in 2023 and make some changes to the rules of What the Wiki?!
53:19
2 Jan 23
We Roast Everyone's Top 5 Games Of The Year
In our final podcast for the year, everyone shares, and then argues about, our Top 5 games of the year. We also settle this season of What the Wiki?!
We Roast Everyone's Top 5 Games Of The Year
In our final podcast for the year, everyone shares, and then argues about, our Top 5 games of the year. We also settle this season of What the Wiki?!
01:08:54
24 Dec 22
Does Hogwarts Legacy's Delay Signal The Death Of Last-Gen?
The PlayStation Wrap-Ups are out, so we compare playtime. We've played Forspoken too, and have a preview of the game to share. Hogwarts Legacy has been delayed: does this spell the end of last-gen releases? Will it force Nintendo's hand in releasing a Switch Pro? Kieron's played The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and GRIS' updates. Xbox has addressed the lack of announcements at the Game Awards and it's go James fired up.
Does Hogwarts Legacy's Delay Signal The Death Of Last-Gen?
The PlayStation Wrap-Ups are out, so we compare playtime. We've played Forspoken too, and have a preview of the game to share. Hogwarts Legacy has been delayed: does this spell the end of last-gen releases? Will it force Nintendo's hand in releasing a Switch Pro? Kieron's played The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt and GRIS' updates. Xbox has addressed the lack of announcements at the Game Awards and it's go James fired up.
01:00:31
14 Dec 22
Did Elden Ring Deserve To Win Game Of The Year?
Fresh from the Game Awards, the gang react to all the award winners and the insane announcements from the show! We also share our thoughts on the FTC blocking Xbox's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. 00:02:32 - The Winners 00:13:34 - The Announcements 00:34:40 - FTC Blocking Xbox/Activision Blizzard Deal 00:38:01 - What the Wiki?!
Did Elden Ring Deserve To Win Game Of The Year?
Fresh from the Game Awards, the gang react to all the award winners and the insane announcements from the show! We also share our thoughts on the FTC blocking Xbox's acquisition of Activision Blizzard. 00:02:32 - The Winners 00:13:34 - The Announcements 00:34:40 - FTC Blocking Xbox/Activision Blizzard Deal 00:38:01 - What the Wiki?!
43:10
9 Dec 22
Is It Fair To Compare The Callisto Protocol To Dead Space?
After a week off (Ewan was overseas, apologies), the crew delve into all the reviews they've published in the last couple of weeks, including Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, The Callisto Protocol, Marvel's Midnight Suns, Pentiment, Somerville, The Dark Pictures: The Devil In Me and Goat Simulator 3. 00:04:46 - Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Is Not A Vibe 00:11:57 - Marvel's Midnight Suns Review 00:19:28 - The Callisto Protocol Review 00:37:42 - Super Mario Movie Trailer 2 Reaction 00:44:24 - Pentiment and Somerville Reviews 00:46:16 - The Devil In Me and Goat Simulator 3 Reviews 00:49:44 - Rapid Fire Question 00:50:58 - What the Wiki?!
Is It Fair To Compare The Callisto Protocol To Dead Space?
After a week off (Ewan was overseas, apologies), the crew delve into all the reviews they've published in the last couple of weeks, including Pokemon Scarlet/Violet, The Callisto Protocol, Marvel's Midnight Suns, Pentiment, Somerville, The Dark Pictures: The Devil In Me and Goat Simulator 3. 00:04:46 - Pokemon Scarlet/Violet Is Not A Vibe 00:11:57 - Marvel's Midnight Suns Review 00:19:28 - The Callisto Protocol Review 00:37:42 - Super Mario Movie Trailer 2 Reaction 00:44:24 - Pentiment and Somerville Reviews 00:46:16 - The Devil In Me and Goat Simulator 3 Reviews 00:49:44 - Rapid Fire Question 00:50:58 - What the Wiki?!
57:15
2 Dec 22
We React To The Game Award Nominations
With Shannon battling COVID and technical difficulties abound, the gang sets out to react to all the Game Awards nominations, quiz Shannon on his time testing NVIDIA's new 4080 graphics card, and ask "why did we pre-order the PSVR 2?" 00:04:23 - PSVR 2 00:12:01 - The RTX 4080 00:16:57 - The Game Awards Nominees 01:08:26 - What the Wiki?!
We React To The Game Award Nominations
With Shannon battling COVID and technical difficulties abound, the gang sets out to react to all the Game Awards nominations, quiz Shannon on his time testing NVIDIA's new 4080 graphics card, and ask "why did we pre-order the PSVR 2?" 00:04:23 - PSVR 2 00:12:01 - The RTX 4080 00:16:57 - The Game Awards Nominees 01:08:26 - What the Wiki?!
01:12:12
16 Nov 22
Our Spoiler-free Reviews Of God Of War Ragnarök, Sonic Frontiers And The Chant
In another huge week of releases, the gang discuss God of War Ragnarok, Sonic Frontiers, The Chant, Overdose's leak, Gears of War getting a movie and what we'd keep in our hot box.
Our Spoiler-free Reviews Of God Of War Ragnarök, Sonic Frontiers And The Chant
In another huge week of releases, the gang discuss God of War Ragnarok, Sonic Frontiers, The Chant, Overdose's leak, Gears of War getting a movie and what we'd keep in our hot box.
37:55
10 Nov 22
What Can Be Done To Stop Game Leaks And Spoilers?
In the wake of spoilers surfacing online for God of War Ragnarok after a US retailer broke the street date, the team ponders what can be done to stop spoilers ahead of release. James shares his thoughts on Shadows of Rose, Ewan on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer, and the team delves into the week's news on The Last of Us HBO show, new Marvel games and video game consoles going up in price. 00:00:22 - Shadows of Rose Review 00:10:00 - Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer Impressions 00:14:22 - God of War Leaks 00:26:13 - Upcoming Marvel Games 00:33:02 - The Last of Us HBO Series 00:36:27 - Increasing Console Costs 00:44:14 - Rapid Fire Question 00:46:16 - What the Wiki?
What Can Be Done To Stop Game Leaks And Spoilers?
In the wake of spoilers surfacing online for God of War Ragnarok after a US retailer broke the street date, the team ponders what can be done to stop spoilers ahead of release. James shares his thoughts on Shadows of Rose, Ewan on Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2's multiplayer, and the team delves into the week's news on The Last of Us HBO show, new Marvel games and video game consoles going up in price. 00:00:22 - Shadows of Rose Review 00:10:00 - Modern Warfare 2 Multiplayer Impressions 00:14:22 - God of War Leaks 00:26:13 - Upcoming Marvel Games 00:33:02 - The Last of Us HBO Series 00:36:27 - Increasing Console Costs 00:44:14 - Rapid Fire Question 00:46:16 - What the Wiki?
55:48
2 Nov 22
Call Of Duty Burgers, Our God Of War Ragnarok Impressions And Bayonetta 3 Review
Do we spend another 10 minutes discussing fast food this episode... Maybe? We definitely do talk however about our God of War Ragnarok, Callisto Protocol and The Dark Pictures: The Devil In Me previews, and our review of Bayonetta 3.
Call Of Duty Burgers, Our God Of War Ragnarok Impressions And Bayonetta 3 Review
Do we spend another 10 minutes discussing fast food this episode... Maybe? We definitely do talk however about our God of War Ragnarok, Callisto Protocol and The Dark Pictures: The Devil In Me previews, and our review of Bayonetta 3.
46:55
27 Oct 22
We Review Gotham Knights And React To The Silent Hill Transmission
It's a week of big news and reviews! First up, the Silent Hill Transmission finally revealed the three long-rumoured Silent Hill projects. Kieron's also played Resident Evil 4 and is able to share his impressions. James has reviewed Gotham Knights, Brodie's reviewed New Tales of the Borderlands, and Kieron, A Plague Tale: Requiem. 00:00:33 - Silent Hill Transmission 00:14:29 - Resident Evil Showcase 00:20:22 - Gotham Knights Review 00:28:33 - New Tales of the Borderlands Review 00:31:33 - A Plague Tale: Requiem Review 00:34:49 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:10 - What the Wiki?!
We Review Gotham Knights And React To The Silent Hill Transmission
It's a week of big news and reviews! First up, the Silent Hill Transmission finally revealed the three long-rumoured Silent Hill projects. Kieron's also played Resident Evil 4 and is able to share his impressions. James has reviewed Gotham Knights, Brodie's reviewed New Tales of the Borderlands, and Kieron, A Plague Tale: Requiem. 00:00:33 - Silent Hill Transmission 00:14:29 - Resident Evil Showcase 00:20:22 - Gotham Knights Review 00:28:33 - New Tales of the Borderlands Review 00:31:33 - A Plague Tale: Requiem Review 00:34:49 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:10 - What the Wiki?!
45:48
20 Oct 22
IT'S SCORN, Bayonetta 3, Crash Bandicoot And Lea Michelle
In one of the more chaotic episodes in recent times, James reviews Scorn and shares his preview of Bayonetta 3, the team react to the Mario movie trailer and Crash Bandicoot teases, and Lea Michelle comes up multiple times for some reason. 00:03:52 - Mario Movie Trailer 00:10:23 - Scorn Review 00:22:50 - Bayonetta 3 Preview 00:26:12 - Crash Bandicoot Tease 00:33:06 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:57 - What The Wiki?!
IT'S SCORN, Bayonetta 3, Crash Bandicoot And Lea Michelle
In one of the more chaotic episodes in recent times, James reviews Scorn and shares his preview of Bayonetta 3, the team react to the Mario movie trailer and Crash Bandicoot teases, and Lea Michelle comes up multiple times for some reason. 00:03:52 - Mario Movie Trailer 00:10:23 - Scorn Review 00:22:50 - Bayonetta 3 Preview 00:26:12 - Crash Bandicoot Tease 00:33:06 - Rapid Fire Question 00:36:57 - What The Wiki?!
44:17
14 Oct 22
Does A New Witcher Trilogy And A Cyberpunk Sequel Restore Our Faith In CD Projekt Red?
On this episode, the gang get together to discuss the stack of games on CD Projekt Red's horizon, the Dead Space Remake, the new Need for Speed game leaked screenshots and the Mario movie poster that ignited fierce internet discourse. Come hand with us at PAX for the What the Wiki Extravaganza, 5:30PM Saturday in the NBN Theatre. 00:02:17 - Dead Space Remake 00:11:41 - CD Project Red News 00:20:09 - The Next Need For Speed 00:27:20 - The Mario Movie Poster 00:33:16 - Rapid Fire Question 00:34:31 - What the Wiki?!
Does A New Witcher Trilogy And A Cyberpunk Sequel Restore Our Faith In CD Projekt Red?
On this episode, the gang get together to discuss the stack of games on CD Projekt Red's horizon, the Dead Space Remake, the new Need for Speed game leaked screenshots and the Mario movie poster that ignited fierce internet discourse. Come hand with us at PAX for the What the Wiki Extravaganza, 5:30PM Saturday in the NBN Theatre. 00:02:17 - Dead Space Remake 00:11:41 - CD Project Red News 00:20:09 - The Next Need For Speed 00:27:20 - The Mario Movie Poster 00:33:16 - Rapid Fire Question 00:34:31 - What the Wiki?!
43:03
6 Oct 22
HBO's The Last Of Us Trailer Looks AMAZING!
The team add a new segment to the show — Trailer Talk. In it they discuss the incredible The Last of Us trailer that dropped for the upcoming HBO season, and the rad teaser for Deadpool 3. In video game news though, they talk about Grounded's review, and the mysterious Silent Hill: The Short Message cropping up on the Korean Ratings Board. 00:00:26 - Tokyo Game Show 00:05:49 - Grounded Review 00:15:03 - Silent Hill: The Short Message 00:23:17 - The Last of Us HBO Trailer 00:32:04 - Deadpool Trailer 00:35:56 - Rapid Fire Question 00:38:09 - What the Wiki?!
HBO's The Last Of Us Trailer Looks AMAZING!
The team add a new segment to the show — Trailer Talk. In it they discuss the incredible The Last of Us trailer that dropped for the upcoming HBO season, and the rad teaser for Deadpool 3. In video game news though, they talk about Grounded's review, and the mysterious Silent Hill: The Short Message cropping up on the Korean Ratings Board. 00:00:26 - Tokyo Game Show 00:05:49 - Grounded Review 00:15:03 - Silent Hill: The Short Message 00:23:17 - The Last of Us HBO Trailer 00:32:04 - Deadpool Trailer 00:35:56 - Rapid Fire Question 00:38:09 - What the Wiki?!
43:59
28 Sep 22
We're Not Happy About The Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks
This week's big GTA 6 news has got us fired up! Also on the show, we discuss Scorn, Return to Monkey Island, the new NVIDIA graphics cards, and a new AFL game. 00:02:05 — Scorn Preview 00:08:34 — Return to Monkey Island Review 00:12:39 — Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks/Hack 00:26:56 — New NVIDIA Cards 00:37:56 — New AFL 2023 Game 00:41:28 — Rapid Fire Question 00:42:31 — What the Wiki?!
We're Not Happy About The Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks
This week's big GTA 6 news has got us fired up! Also on the show, we discuss Scorn, Return to Monkey Island, the new NVIDIA graphics cards, and a new AFL game. 00:02:05 — Scorn Preview 00:08:34 — Return to Monkey Island Review 00:12:39 — Grand Theft Auto 6 Leaks/Hack 00:26:56 — New NVIDIA Cards 00:37:56 — New AFL 2023 Game 00:41:28 — Rapid Fire Question 00:42:31 — What the Wiki?!
50:17
22 Sep 22
We React To The Nintendo Direct And PlayStation State Of Play
After a big day with a Nintendo Direct and PlayStation State of Play, the gang get together to share their thoughts on all the big trailers and announcements, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Goldeneye and God of War Ragnarok. 00:02:07 - Nintendo Direct 00:15:30 - PlayStation State of Play 00:25:32 - Ubisoft and Disney Showcases 00:35:37 - Xbox News 00:40:21 - Rapid Fire Question 00:43:31 - What the Wiki?!
We React To The Nintendo Direct And PlayStation State Of Play
After a big day with a Nintendo Direct and PlayStation State of Play, the gang get together to share their thoughts on all the big trailers and announcements, including The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Goldeneye and God of War Ragnarok. 00:02:07 - Nintendo Direct 00:15:30 - PlayStation State of Play 00:25:32 - Ubisoft and Disney Showcases 00:35:37 - Xbox News 00:40:21 - Rapid Fire Question 00:43:31 - What the Wiki?!
49:37
14 Sep 22
Our Thoughts On The Assassin's Creed Leaks, Splatoon 3 And Halo Infinite's Woes
On this episode, we review Splatoon 3 and react to all the Assassin's Creed leaks and Halo Infinite's woes. 00:00:23 —Splatoon 3 Review 00:03:56 — Assassin's Creed Leaks 00:16:21 — Halo Infinite's Woes 00:25:12 — Tech Time with Shannon 00:36:55 — Rapid Fire Question 00:37:57 — What the Wiki
Our Thoughts On The Assassin's Creed Leaks, Splatoon 3 And Halo Infinite's Woes
On this episode, we review Splatoon 3 and react to all the Assassin's Creed leaks and Halo Infinite's woes. 00:00:23 —Splatoon 3 Review 00:03:56 — Assassin's Creed Leaks 00:16:21 — Halo Infinite's Woes 00:25:12 — Tech Time with Shannon 00:36:55 — Rapid Fire Question 00:37:57 — What the Wiki
44:17
8 Sep 22
We Review The Last of Us Part I Remake And Immortality
Having returned from Gamescom, Kieron joins the show to share the games he enjoyed previewing the most. Brodie reviews The Last of Us Part I and James gives his thoughts on Immortality. Tech Time with Shannon also returns, and the team weigh in on these Assassin's Creed Mirage leaks.
We Review The Last of Us Part I Remake And Immortality
Having returned from Gamescom, Kieron joins the show to share the games he enjoyed previewing the most. Brodie reviews The Last of Us Part I and James gives his thoughts on Immortality. Tech Time with Shannon also returns, and the team weigh in on these Assassin's Creed Mirage leaks.
59:35
31 Aug 22
We React To Dead Island 2 And Everything From Gamescom Opening Night Live
After a big morning of announcements, the team get together and share their thoughts on Dead Island 2, the DualSense Edge and everything else announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live.
We React To Dead Island 2 And Everything From Gamescom Opening Night Live
After a big morning of announcements, the team get together and share their thoughts on Dead Island 2, the DualSense Edge and everything else announced at Gamescom Opening Night Live.
46:49
24 Aug 22
We Review Cult Of The Lamb And Rollerdrome And Get Excited About Gamescom
Having finally settled the fast food debate, the crew share their thoughts on Cult of the Lamb, Rollerdrome, Gamescom, the Tokyo Game Show, Disney & Marvel Showcase, and the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase, as well as other newly announced games.
We Review Cult Of The Lamb And Rollerdrome And Get Excited About Gamescom
Having finally settled the fast food debate, the crew share their thoughts on Cult of the Lamb, Rollerdrome, Gamescom, the Tokyo Game Show, Disney & Marvel Showcase, and the THQ Nordic Digital Showcase, as well as other newly announced games.
46:55
17 Aug 22
Our Thoughts On Tekken 8, The Marvel's Midnight Suns Delay & Sonic The Hedgehog 3
On what's an early and surprisingly chaotic episode, we talk about the latest Tekken announcement, Marvel's Midnight Suns getting a delay, Sonic the Hedgehog coming back for a third movie and our fast food opinions.
Our Thoughts On Tekken 8, The Marvel's Midnight Suns Delay & Sonic The Hedgehog 3
On what's an early and surprisingly chaotic episode, we talk about the latest Tekken announcement, Marvel's Midnight Suns getting a delay, Sonic the Hedgehog coming back for a third movie and our fast food opinions.
38:24
9 Aug 22
Is Pokemon Doing Enough And Is COD The Gamechanger PlayStation Thinks It Is
On this episode, James shares his final thoughts on MultiVersus, the team continue their scepticism of each new Pokemon release, speculates when we may finally get a new Nintendo Switch, weigh up Call of Duty's importance on the games industry and hear Shannon's thoughts on his latest bit of tech.
Is Pokemon Doing Enough And Is COD The Gamechanger PlayStation Thinks It Is
On this episode, James shares his final thoughts on MultiVersus, the team continue their scepticism of each new Pokemon release, speculates when we may finally get a new Nintendo Switch, weigh up Call of Duty's importance on the games industry and hear Shannon's thoughts on his latest bit of tech.
52:41
5 Aug 22
Can GTA 6 Sell 150 Million Copies And Will The Star Wars KOTOR Remake Ever Release?
On this episode of the podcast, Shannon, James, Brodie and Steven talk about Grand Theft Auto 6, the Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake, the Annapurna Summer Showcase, our Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and Live a Live review as well as our Rollerdrome preview.
Can GTA 6 Sell 150 Million Copies And Will The Star Wars KOTOR Remake Ever Release?
On this episode of the podcast, Shannon, James, Brodie and Steven talk about Grand Theft Auto 6, the Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic Remake, the Annapurna Summer Showcase, our Xenoblade Chronicles 3 and Live a Live review as well as our Rollerdrome preview.
45:35
29 Jul 22
Skate Is Free-To-Play & PlayStation Is Getting A Loyalty Program
There's heaps to discuss this week! James has already watched the new Resident Evil Netflix series, Shannon's gone hands-on with those new PlayStation headsets, Skate's going to be free-to-play, there's a new Kirby game, Bayonetta has a release date and PlayStation is getting a loyalty program! What's that all about?! Oh, and there's a surprise upset in What the Wiki! Enjoy!
Skate Is Free-To-Play & PlayStation Is Getting A Loyalty Program
There's heaps to discuss this week! James has already watched the new Resident Evil Netflix series, Shannon's gone hands-on with those new PlayStation headsets, Skate's going to be free-to-play, there's a new Kirby game, Bayonetta has a release date and PlayStation is getting a loyalty program! What's that all about?! Oh, and there's a surprise upset in What the Wiki! Enjoy!
46:36
15 Jul 22
Will We Be Less Attractive For Playing God Of War Ragnarok?
On this episode, we discuss the confirmation of God of War Ragnarok coming this year, Forspoken getting a delay and EA's tweet suggesting you're less attractive for playing single-player games.
Will We Be Less Attractive For Playing God Of War Ragnarok?
On this episode, we discuss the confirmation of God of War Ragnarok coming this year, Forspoken getting a delay and EA's tweet suggesting you're less attractive for playing single-player games.
36:26
7 Jul 22
Nintendo Direct Woes And The $2000 Steam Deck Competitor
This week on the show, the team introduce a new segment — Tech Time with Shannon — where we quiz Shannon on all the new tech he's been tinkering with. In the process, we learn about the new Aya Neo Next and Sony's new INZONE range. We also discuss the latest Nintendo Direct Mini and question Nintendo's current direction. 00:00:30 — Tech Time with Shannon 00:13:53 — Nintendo's June 2022 Mini Direct 00:31:41 — Rapid Fire Question 00:32:58 — What The Wiki?!
Nintendo Direct Woes And The $2000 Steam Deck Competitor
This week on the show, the team introduce a new segment — Tech Time with Shannon — where we quiz Shannon on all the new tech he's been tinkering with. In the process, we learn about the new Aya Neo Next and Sony's new INZONE range. We also discuss the latest Nintendo Direct Mini and question Nintendo's current direction. 00:00:30 — Tech Time with Shannon 00:13:53 — Nintendo's June 2022 Mini Direct 00:31:41 — Rapid Fire Question 00:32:58 — What The Wiki?!
37:48
30 Jun 22
Our GOTY So Far And Most Anticipated Game Of 2022
As we've reached the year's midpoint, the team reconvene to discuss our favourite games of 2022 so far, and which games we're still looking forward to in the year that remains. 00:01:00 — PlayStation Plus Update 00:06:04 — GOTY So Far 00:14:49 — Most Anticipated 00:29:35 — Rapid Fire Question 00:30:43 — What the Wiki?!
Our GOTY So Far And Most Anticipated Game Of 2022
As we've reached the year's midpoint, the team reconvene to discuss our favourite games of 2022 so far, and which games we're still looking forward to in the year that remains. 00:01:00 — PlayStation Plus Update 00:06:04 — GOTY So Far 00:14:49 — Most Anticipated 00:29:35 — Rapid Fire Question 00:30:43 — What the Wiki?!
39:33
23 Jun 22
Did The Xbox + Bethesda Showcase Live Up To The Hype?
The onslaught of new announcements and gameplay trailers continues, with the Xbox + Bethesda Showcase, and the Capcom Showcase, both taking place this past week. We discuss the key announcements and ask ourselves the question if Fallout 5 is to come out after Elder Scrolls 6, when the hell will that be released? 00:00:36 — Xbox + Bethesda Showcase 00:23:33 — Capcom Showcase 00:30:38 — Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge 00:31:52 — Rapid Fire Question 00:33:51 — What the Wiki/Steamy?!
Did The Xbox + Bethesda Showcase Live Up To The Hype?
The onslaught of new announcements and gameplay trailers continues, with the Xbox + Bethesda Showcase, and the Capcom Showcase, both taking place this past week. We discuss the key announcements and ask ourselves the question if Fallout 5 is to come out after Elder Scrolls 6, when the hell will that be released? 00:00:36 — Xbox + Bethesda Showcase 00:23:33 — Capcom Showcase 00:30:38 — Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder's Revenge 00:31:52 — Rapid Fire Question 00:33:51 — What the Wiki/Steamy?!
37:51
16 Jun 22
Let's Talk About The Last Of Us Remake, Summer Game Fest Showcase And The Quarry
The big game announcements continue! This week we discuss the Summer Game Fest Showcase, the Last of Us Part I remake, Devolver's showcase, and our reviews of The Quarry and Mario Strikers. 00:03:23 — The Last of Us News 00:14:48 — Summer Game Fest Showcase 00:25:50 — Devolver & Day Of The Devs 00:31:55 — Xbox App Coming to Samsung TVs 00:39:50 — The Quarry Review 00:42:06 — Mario Strikers Review 00:44:50 — Rapid Fire Question 00:46:14 — What The Wiki?!
Let's Talk About The Last Of Us Remake, Summer Game Fest Showcase And The Quarry
The big game announcements continue! This week we discuss the Summer Game Fest Showcase, the Last of Us Part I remake, Devolver's showcase, and our reviews of The Quarry and Mario Strikers. 00:03:23 — The Last of Us News 00:14:48 — Summer Game Fest Showcase 00:25:50 — Devolver & Day Of The Devs 00:31:55 — Xbox App Coming to Samsung TVs 00:39:50 — The Quarry Review 00:42:06 — Mario Strikers Review 00:44:50 — Rapid Fire Question 00:46:14 — What The Wiki?!
50:25
10 Jun 22
Our Reaction To The PlayStation State of Play Announcements
In the wake of this morning's PlayStation State of Play kicking off the Summer Game Fest, we've assembled the PlayStation diehards to share their thoughts on the morning's biggest announcements, and more! 00:00:37 — Sonic Frontiers Gameplay Reactions 00:03:48 — Final Fantasy 16 Reactions 00:08:28 — Resident Evil News 00:14:14 — Other State of Play News 00:18:32 — Looking Ahead to the Summer Games Fest Showcase 00:22:49 — Dragon Age Dreadwolf 00:25:52 — Rapid Fire Question 00:27:00 — What the Wiki?!
Our Reaction To The PlayStation State of Play Announcements
In the wake of this morning's PlayStation State of Play kicking off the Summer Game Fest, we've assembled the PlayStation diehards to share their thoughts on the morning's biggest announcements, and more! 00:00:37 — Sonic Frontiers Gameplay Reactions 00:03:48 — Final Fantasy 16 Reactions 00:08:28 — Resident Evil News 00:14:14 — Other State of Play News 00:18:32 — Looking Ahead to the Summer Games Fest Showcase 00:22:49 — Dragon Age Dreadwolf 00:25:52 — Rapid Fire Question 00:27:00 — What the Wiki?!
31:45
3 Jun 22
How Does The New PlayStation Plus Stack Up And Is EA Getting Acquired?
After a brief hiatus (sorry about that!), the gang are back together to review Evil Dead: The Game, and discuss the possibility of EA being acquired and the emerging rumours of new Silent Hill games. 00:00:21 — Evil Dead: The Game Review 00:14:10 — EA Buyout Rumours 00:24:24 — PlayStation Plus Complete Game List 00:32:17 — Rapid Fire Question 00:33:52 — What the Wiki?!
How Does The New PlayStation Plus Stack Up And Is EA Getting Acquired?
After a brief hiatus (sorry about that!), the gang are back together to review Evil Dead: The Game, and discuss the possibility of EA being acquired and the emerging rumours of new Silent Hill games. 00:00:21 — Evil Dead: The Game Review 00:14:10 — EA Buyout Rumours 00:24:24 — PlayStation Plus Complete Game List 00:32:17 — Rapid Fire Question 00:33:52 — What the Wiki?!
38:53
25 May 22
We React To Starfield And Redfall's Delay And Silent Hill Leaks
This week, we review Trek to Yomi, react to news of Starfield and Redfall getting delayed, scrutinise the leaked images of a Silent Hills game allegedly in development, discuss the latest Gotham Knights news and get excited about three big Ubisoft games coming out early next year. 00:00:22 — Trek to Yomi Review 00:03:10 — Starfield and Redfall Delayed 00:08:38 — Gotham Knights News 00:16:21 — Silent Hills Leaks 00:23:18 — Avatar, Skull & Bones and Mario & Rabbids 2 00:28:34 — Rapid Fire Question: EA Sports FC 00:30:14 — What The Wiki?!
We React To Starfield And Redfall's Delay And Silent Hill Leaks
This week, we review Trek to Yomi, react to news of Starfield and Redfall getting delayed, scrutinise the leaked images of a Silent Hills game allegedly in development, discuss the latest Gotham Knights news and get excited about three big Ubisoft games coming out early next year. 00:00:22 — Trek to Yomi Review 00:03:10 — Starfield and Redfall Delayed 00:08:38 — Gotham Knights News 00:16:21 — Silent Hills Leaks 00:23:18 — Avatar, Skull & Bones and Mario & Rabbids 2 00:28:34 — Rapid Fire Question: EA Sports FC 00:30:14 — What The Wiki?!
35:28
14 May 22
Let's Talk About What The Square Enix Acquisitions Might Mean
On this episode, Shannon shares his review of Switch Sports, and the team discuss the acquisition of Square Enix's Western studios, Final Fantasy XVI in its final stage of development, and Modern Warfare 2 being confirmed as the next COD game. 00:03:06 — Switch Sports Review 00:09:21 — Embraceer Group's Acquisition 00:21:25 — Final Fantasy XVI 00:25:49 — Modern Warfare 2 00:31:33 — Rapid Fire Question 00:32:49 — What the Wiki?!
Let's Talk About What The Square Enix Acquisitions Might Mean
On this episode, Shannon shares his review of Switch Sports, and the team discuss the acquisition of Square Enix's Western studios, Final Fantasy XVI in its final stage of development, and Modern Warfare 2 being confirmed as the next COD game. 00:03:06 — Switch Sports Review 00:09:21 — Embraceer Group's Acquisition 00:21:25 — Final Fantasy XVI 00:25:49 — Modern Warfare 2 00:31:33 — Rapid Fire Question 00:32:49 — What the Wiki?!
40:09
5 May 22
Let's Talk PlayStation Demos And Advertising In Games
In a week full of rumour and speculation, the team weigh into talk of Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games coming to Switch, advertising in video games, what Naughty Dog could be up to, and two-hour-long PlayStation game demos. 00:00:31 — Could Game Boy Games Be Coming To The Switch? 00:07:18 — Advertising In Video Games 00:15:56 — What Are Naughty Dog Up To? 00:26:46 — PlayStation Game Demos 00:38:15 — Rapid Fire 00:39:42 — What The Wiki?!
Let's Talk PlayStation Demos And Advertising In Games
In a week full of rumour and speculation, the team weigh into talk of Game Boy and Game Boy Advance games coming to Switch, advertising in video games, what Naughty Dog could be up to, and two-hour-long PlayStation game demos. 00:00:31 — Could Game Boy Games Be Coming To The Switch? 00:07:18 — Advertising In Video Games 00:15:56 — What Are Naughty Dog Up To? 00:26:46 — PlayStation Game Demos 00:38:15 — Rapid Fire 00:39:42 — What The Wiki?!
47:59
1 May 22
We're Excited About The Playdate And A Star Wars Game From Uncharted's Director
It's not every day we have a new game console to discuss! Shannon's spent the last couple of weeks with the Playdate, a cute and quirky new handheld game console and joins the show to tell us all about it. Meanwhile, we've also got news of a new Star Wars game being made with former Uncharted director Amy Hennig and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 having its release date moved forward. 00:02:25 — Amy Hennig's Star Wars Game 00:08:01 — Playdate Review 00:19:34 — Xenoblade Chronicles 3's Release Date 00:25:51 — Babylon's Fall's Fall 00:32:03 — Rapid Fire Question 00:33:25 — What The Wiki?!
We're Excited About The Playdate And A Star Wars Game From Uncharted's Director
It's not every day we have a new game console to discuss! Shannon's spent the last couple of weeks with the Playdate, a cute and quirky new handheld game console and joins the show to tell us all about it. Meanwhile, we've also got news of a new Star Wars game being made with former Uncharted director Amy Hennig and Xenoblade Chronicles 3 having its release date moved forward. 00:02:25 — Amy Hennig's Star Wars Game 00:08:01 — Playdate Review 00:19:34 — Xenoblade Chronicles 3's Release Date 00:25:51 — Babylon's Fall's Fall 00:32:03 — Rapid Fire Question 00:33:25 — What The Wiki?!
38:13
20 Apr 22
Our Thoughts On This Week's Big Game Announcements And Master Chief's Naked Butt
There's been a stack of big game releases to discuss this week, including a new Tomb Raider game and a Max Payne remake, as well as a particularly spicy Halo episode, and the cancellation of E3 this year. This episode of The Press Start Podcast is brought to you by the original live-action series, Halo, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+. 00:07:26 — E3 Isn't Happening In 2022 00:13:48 — Halo Episode 3 Reactions 00:19:05 — A New Tomb Raider Game Is In The Works 00:24:37 — Rapid Fire Question 00:25:26 — What The Wiki?!
Our Thoughts On This Week's Big Game Announcements And Master Chief's Naked Butt
There's been a stack of big game releases to discuss this week, including a new Tomb Raider game and a Max Payne remake, as well as a particularly spicy Halo episode, and the cancellation of E3 this year. This episode of The Press Start Podcast is brought to you by the original live-action series, Halo, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+. 00:07:26 — E3 Isn't Happening In 2022 00:13:48 — Halo Episode 3 Reactions 00:19:05 — A New Tomb Raider Game Is In The Works 00:24:37 — Rapid Fire Question 00:25:26 — What The Wiki?!
31:50
7 Apr 22
Which PlayStation Plus Tier Should You Get?
With a delay to Breath of the Wild 2's release date, a new Halo episode and James on the show to talk Ghostwire Tokyo, we had to start the episode without Shannon who joins us late to talk about all the changes happening to PlayStation Plus. This episode of The Press Start Podcast is brought to you by the original live-action series, Halo, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+. 00:00:41 —Ghostwire Tokyo Review 00:05:40 — Breath of the Wild 2 Delay 00:10:54 — Halo the Series Episode 2 Reactions 00:16:49 — PlayStation Plus Changes 00:30:55 — Rapid Fire Question 00:31:51 — What the Wiki?!
Which PlayStation Plus Tier Should You Get?
With a delay to Breath of the Wild 2's release date, a new Halo episode and James on the show to talk Ghostwire Tokyo, we had to start the episode without Shannon who joins us late to talk about all the changes happening to PlayStation Plus. This episode of The Press Start Podcast is brought to you by the original live-action series, Halo, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+. 00:00:41 —Ghostwire Tokyo Review 00:05:40 — Breath of the Wild 2 Delay 00:10:54 — Halo the Series Episode 2 Reactions 00:16:49 — PlayStation Plus Changes 00:30:55 — Rapid Fire Question 00:31:51 — What the Wiki?!
40:54
31 Mar 22
Let's Talk About The New Halo TV Show, Kirby & Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
In another busy week of big game releases and announcements, we share our reviews of Kirby And The Forgotten Land and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, and react to the first episode of Halo the Series, the announcement of The Witcher 4, and Suicide Squad's delay. This episode of The Press Start Podcast is brought to you by the original live-action series, Halo, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+. 00:01:48 — Kirby And The Forgotten Land Review 00:07:37 — Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Review 00:13:20 — Our Reactions to Halo The Series 00:17:25 — The Witcher 4 Is Being Developed 00:25:13 — Suicide Squad's Delay 00:28:33 — Rapid Fire Questions 00:30:22 — What the Wiki?!
Let's Talk About The New Halo TV Show, Kirby & Tiny Tina's Wonderlands
In another busy week of big game releases and announcements, we share our reviews of Kirby And The Forgotten Land and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, and react to the first episode of Halo the Series, the announcement of The Witcher 4, and Suicide Squad's delay. This episode of The Press Start Podcast is brought to you by the original live-action series, Halo, now streaming exclusively on Paramount+. 00:01:48 — Kirby And The Forgotten Land Review 00:07:37 — Tiny Tina's Wonderlands Review 00:13:20 — Our Reactions to Halo The Series 00:17:25 — The Witcher 4 Is Being Developed 00:25:13 — Suicide Squad's Delay 00:28:33 — Rapid Fire Questions 00:30:22 — What the Wiki?!
34:52
24 Mar 22
Hogwarts Legacy Has Us Absolutely Spellbound
In this mammoth episode, we preview Ghostwire Tokyo and review both Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Shredders. We've also got two exciting upcoming games to discuss: Hogwarts Legacy, detailed in an extensive gameplay trailer released this week, and the newly announced The Quarry, from Supermassive Games.
Hogwarts Legacy Has Us Absolutely Spellbound
In this mammoth episode, we preview Ghostwire Tokyo and review both Stranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy Origin and Shredders. We've also got two exciting upcoming games to discuss: Hogwarts Legacy, detailed in an extensive gameplay trailer released this week, and the newly announced The Quarry, from Supermassive Games.
52:56
18 Mar 22
Our Reactions To PlayStation's State Of Play
It wasn't quite what we hoped it might be, but there was still plenty to discuss from this week's PlayStation State of Play! James has also beaten Elden Ring, and we've got news of a God of War TV show, GTA V next-gen updates and PAX Australia to chat about.
Our Reactions To PlayStation's State Of Play
It wasn't quite what we hoped it might be, but there was still plenty to discuss from this week's PlayStation State of Play! James has also beaten Elden Ring, and we've got news of a God of War TV show, GTA V next-gen updates and PAX Australia to chat about.
32:17
10 Mar 22
Let's Talk About Kirby, GT 7, Chocobo GP, Triangle Strategy And The Batman
Triangle Strategy, Gran Turismo 7 and Chocobo GP. The avalanche of new game releases continues and we're here to review them! There's also Kirby And The Forgotten Land, which Shannon has previewed, and a hot new movie release, The Batman, that we're also keen to discuss. 00:00:46 - The Batman Review 00:04:18 - GT 7 Review 00:13:51 - Chocobo GP 00:20:41 - Kirby And The Forgotten Lands 00:26:03 - Triangle Strategy 00:31:29 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:33:02 - What The Wiki?!
Let's Talk About Kirby, GT 7, Chocobo GP, Triangle Strategy And The Batman
Triangle Strategy, Gran Turismo 7 and Chocobo GP. The avalanche of new game releases continues and we're here to review them! There's also Kirby And The Forgotten Land, which Shannon has previewed, and a hot new movie release, The Batman, that we're also keen to discuss. 00:00:46 - The Batman Review 00:04:18 - GT 7 Review 00:13:51 - Chocobo GP 00:20:41 - Kirby And The Forgotten Lands 00:26:03 - Triangle Strategy 00:31:29 - Rapid Fire Questions 00:33:02 - What The Wiki?!
40:32
3 Mar 22
Elden Ring Sets A New Standard For Open World Games
Another week... Another HUGE game release! Elden Ring reviews have been poppin' off, and Harry joins the show to share his thoughts. The team also discusses the PSVR 2 designs and the Street Fighter 6 announcement.
Elden Ring Sets A New Standard For Open World Games
Another week... Another HUGE game release! Elden Ring reviews have been poppin' off, and Harry joins the show to share his thoughts. The team also discusses the PSVR 2 designs and the Street Fighter 6 announcement.
45:11
24 Feb 22
Our Horizon Forbidden West And Uncharted Movie Reviews
The big game releases keep coming! Kieron joins the show to discuss Horizon Forbidden West, which he's not only reviewed but platinumed! The whole gang's seen the Uncharted movie too and has some thoughts to share. We also discuss Capcom's upcoming announcement, Sifu potentially getting easier, and more!
Our Horizon Forbidden West And Uncharted Movie Reviews
The big game releases keep coming! Kieron joins the show to discuss Horizon Forbidden West, which he's not only reviewed but platinumed! The whole gang's seen the Uncharted movie too and has some thoughts to share. We also discuss Capcom's upcoming announcement, Sifu potentially getting easier, and more!
34:22
18 Feb 22
We React To The First Nintendo Direct Of The Year
This week on the podcast, we preview Ghostwire Tokyo, review Sifu and share our thoughts on the first Nintendo Direct of the year, and the news that Grand Theft Auto 6 is in development. 00:01:09 - Ghostwire Tokyo Preview 00:07:17 - Sifu Review 00:15:32 - Nintendo Direct Reactions 00:25:55 - GTA 6 Officially In Development 00:31:58 - Rapid Fire Question 00:32:54 - What The Wiki
We React To The First Nintendo Direct Of The Year
This week on the podcast, we preview Ghostwire Tokyo, review Sifu and share our thoughts on the first Nintendo Direct of the year, and the news that Grand Theft Auto 6 is in development. 00:01:09 - Ghostwire Tokyo Preview 00:07:17 - Sifu Review 00:15:32 - Nintendo Direct Reactions 00:25:55 - GTA 6 Officially In Development 00:31:58 - Rapid Fire Question 00:32:54 - What The Wiki
40:35
10 Feb 22
Our Dying Light 2 Review And Bungie Acquisition Reaction
Dying Light 2 Stay Human is out today! James has beaten it and goes into detail as he shares his thoughts on the game. It's been another big week in news too, with Bungie, the studio behind Destiny and the original Halo trilogy, being acquired by PlayStation. Speaking of Halo, a trailer for the upcoming Paramount+ TV show has also dropped, and the team share their impressions.
Our Dying Light 2 Review And Bungie Acquisition Reaction
Dying Light 2 Stay Human is out today! James has beaten it and goes into detail as he shares his thoughts on the game. It's been another big week in news too, with Bungie, the studio behind Destiny and the original Halo trilogy, being acquired by PlayStation. Speaking of Halo, a trailer for the upcoming Paramount+ TV show has also dropped, and the team share their impressions.
35:19
2 Feb 22
Our Pokémon Legends: Arceus Review
Harry joins the podcast to share his thoughts on Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Shannon reflects on his time revisiting the Uncharted series in the Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection, and we get excited about Crysis 4 getting announced and Respawn making THREE Star Wars games. This episode of The Press Start Podcast sponsored by Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City which is now available to rent/buy express from the cinemas. 00:00:41 - Pokemon Legends: Arceus Review 00:16:59 - Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection Review 00:19:24 - Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City Discussion 00:25:09 - Respawn Making Three Star Wars Games 00:34:43 - Crysis 4 Announced 00:38:00 - Rapid Fire Prediction 00:39:29 - What The Wiki?!
Our Pokémon Legends: Arceus Review
Harry joins the podcast to share his thoughts on Pokemon Legends: Arceus, Shannon reflects on his time revisiting the Uncharted series in the Uncharted Legacy of Thieves Collection, and we get excited about Crysis 4 getting announced and Respawn making THREE Star Wars games. This episode of The Press Start Podcast sponsored by Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City which is now available to rent/buy express from the cinemas. 00:00:41 - Pokemon Legends: Arceus Review 00:16:59 - Uncharted: Legacy of Thieves Collection Review 00:19:24 - Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City Discussion 00:25:09 - Respawn Making Three Star Wars Games 00:34:43 - Crysis 4 Announced 00:38:00 - Rapid Fire Prediction 00:39:29 - What The Wiki?!
47:20
27 Jan 22
Let's Talk About The Xbox Activision-Blizzard Acquisition
The Press Start team chat about one of the largest things to happen in gaming in Xbox's Activision-Blizzard acquisition. We also chat about our GOTY awards as well as Rainbow Six Extraction. This episode of The Press Start Podcast sponsored by Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City which is now available to rent/buy express from the cinemas.
Let's Talk About The Xbox Activision-Blizzard Acquisition
The Press Start team chat about one of the largest things to happen in gaming in Xbox's Activision-Blizzard acquisition. We also chat about our GOTY awards as well as Rainbow Six Extraction. This episode of The Press Start Podcast sponsored by Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City which is now available to rent/buy express from the cinemas.
01:02:54
19 Jan 22
What's Next For Gaming And Tech?
In a special edition of the podcast, Shannon and Ewan are joined by Ian Tan, Lenovo's Asia Pacific Gaming Lead, and Ben Williams, Lenovo's Gaming Manager for Australia and New Zealand.
What's Next For Gaming And Tech?
In a special edition of the podcast, Shannon and Ewan are joined by Ian Tan, Lenovo's Asia Pacific Gaming Lead, and Ben Williams, Lenovo's Gaming Manager for Australia and New Zealand.
41:56
29 Dec 21
We Argue About Our Top 5 Games Of The Year
In our final episode of the year, the team share their personal Top 5 games of the year, and arguments ensue.
We Argue About Our Top 5 Games Of The Year
In our final episode of the year, the team share their personal Top 5 games of the year, and arguments ensue.
01:08:23
22 Dec 21
Splinter Cell Is In But NFTs Are Out!
What's an NFT? We have NFC! We love the idea of Splinter Cell finally coming back and swapping out the covers on our PlayStations though. We discuss all this, and more in the final episode of the year (maybe)!
Splinter Cell Is In But NFTs Are Out!
What's an NFT? We have NFC! We love the idea of Splinter Cell finally coming back and swapping out the covers on our PlayStations though. We discuss all this, and more in the final episode of the year (maybe)!
34:49
17 Dec 21
Our Favourite The Game Awards Announcements
Hot off the heels of The Game Awards and the launch of Halo Infinite, the team shares their thoughts on the winners and the announcements.
Our Favourite The Game Awards Announcements
Hot off the heels of The Game Awards and the launch of Halo Infinite, the team shares their thoughts on the winners and the announcements.
43:41
10 Dec 21
When Should A Game Join Game Pass?
The team takes a break from arguing about the game of the year to discuss Solar Ash, the possibility of a Battlefield universe and when's the right time for a game to get added to Xbox Game Pass.
When Should A Game Join Game Pass?
The team takes a break from arguing about the game of the year to discuss Solar Ash, the possibility of a Battlefield universe and when's the right time for a game to get added to Xbox Game Pass.
39:52
3 Dec 21
Will Mass Effect Make A Good TV Show?
In this episode, the gang gets together to discuss their Black Friday purchases, Halo Infinite, Mass Effect potentially getting a TV show, and Harmonix being acquired by Epic Games. 00:008:03 — Mass Effect TV Show? 00:15:12 — Harmonix Acquired By Epic Games 00:20:29 — Rapid Fire Round 00:21:24 — What The Wiki?!
Will Mass Effect Make A Good TV Show?
In this episode, the gang gets together to discuss their Black Friday purchases, Halo Infinite, Mass Effect potentially getting a TV show, and Harmonix being acquired by Epic Games. 00:008:03 — Mass Effect TV Show? 00:15:12 — Harmonix Acquired By Epic Games 00:20:29 — Rapid Fire Round 00:21:24 — What The Wiki?!
26:30
26 Nov 21
We've Played Halo Infinite's Campaign And Here's What We Thought
It's always a special occasion having Shannon on the show, but it's extra special when he's on to tell us all about Halo Infinite's first couple of campaign missions! We react to that, the multiplayer, Bright Memory Infinite, Far Cry 6's first DLC, and the Game Awards nominees too! 00:00:22 — Brodie's Thoughts On Forza Horizon 5 00:02:16 — Bright Memory Infinite Review 00:04:46 — Far Cry 6: Vaas Insanity Review 00:08:06 — Halo Infinite's Surprise Multiplayer Release 00:18:05 — Halo Infinite Campaign Preview 00:24:01 — Game Awards Nominees Reactions 00:40:43 — Rapid Fire Question 00:42:02 — What The Wiki?!
We've Played Halo Infinite's Campaign And Here's What We Thought
It's always a special occasion having Shannon on the show, but it's extra special when he's on to tell us all about Halo Infinite's first couple of campaign missions! We react to that, the multiplayer, Bright Memory Infinite, Far Cry 6's first DLC, and the Game Awards nominees too! 00:00:22 — Brodie's Thoughts On Forza Horizon 5 00:02:16 — Bright Memory Infinite Review 00:04:46 — Far Cry 6: Vaas Insanity Review 00:08:06 — Halo Infinite's Surprise Multiplayer Release 00:18:05 — Halo Infinite Campaign Preview 00:24:01 — Game Awards Nominees Reactions 00:40:43 — Rapid Fire Question 00:42:02 — What The Wiki?!
46:34
19 Nov 21
COD, Forza, Battlefield, GTA And All The Other Games We've Been Playing
The avalanche of new game releases continues and we've been busy playing all that we can! Shannon, Kieron and Ewan get together to discussion Call of Duty Vanguard, Forza Horizon 5, Unpacking, Battlefield 2042, Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Definitive Edition and loads more!
COD, Forza, Battlefield, GTA And All The Other Games We've Been Playing
The avalanche of new game releases continues and we've been busy playing all that we can! Shannon, Kieron and Ewan get together to discussion Call of Duty Vanguard, Forza Horizon 5, Unpacking, Battlefield 2042, Grand Theft Auto Trilogy Definitive Edition and loads more!
35:07
12 Nov 21
Is Guardians Of The Galaxy A Surprise GOTY Contender?
After missing last week's episode, we've got a stack of newly released games to discuss, including Forza Horizon 5, Guardians Of The Galaxy, Mario Party Superstars, Unpacking, and Resident Evil IV, some of which could be on our game of the year lists.
Is Guardians Of The Galaxy A Surprise GOTY Contender?
After missing last week's episode, we've got a stack of newly released games to discuss, including Forza Horizon 5, Guardians Of The Galaxy, Mario Party Superstars, Unpacking, and Resident Evil IV, some of which could be on our game of the year lists.
43:35
4 Nov 21
We React To The Uncharted Movie, Suicide Squad & Gotham Knight Trailers
It's a big week of new movie and game trailers and we're here to discuss them all. Along with our review of House of Ashes, we also discuss the changes coming to the Nintendo Switch Online membership.
We React To The Uncharted Movie, Suicide Squad & Gotham Knight Trailers
It's a big week of new movie and game trailers and we're here to discuss them all. Along with our review of House of Ashes, we also discuss the changes coming to the Nintendo Switch Online membership.
33:42
22 Oct 21
We Review Back 4 Blood And Preview Forza Horizon 5
In another busy week of new and upcoming game releases, Brodie shares his review of Back 4 Blood, James gives us his thoughts on Metroid Prime, Brodie previews Forza Horizon 5 and the team react to the new Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City trailer. 00:00:22 — Metroid Dread Thoughts 00:07:28 — Back 4 Blood Review 00:21:53 — Forza Horizon Preview 00:28:33 — Resident Evil: Welcome to Racoon City Trailer Reactions 00:35:21 — Rapid Fire Question 00:35:58 — What the Wiki?!
We Review Back 4 Blood And Preview Forza Horizon 5
In another busy week of new and upcoming game releases, Brodie shares his review of Back 4 Blood, James gives us his thoughts on Metroid Prime, Brodie previews Forza Horizon 5 and the team react to the new Resident Evil: Welcome to Raccoon City trailer. 00:00:22 — Metroid Dread Thoughts 00:07:28 — Back 4 Blood Review 00:21:53 — Forza Horizon Preview 00:28:33 — Resident Evil: Welcome to Racoon City Trailer Reactions 00:35:21 — Rapid Fire Question 00:35:58 — What the Wiki?!
43:38
13 Oct 21
Our Far Cry 6, Nintendo Switch OLED & Metroid Dread Reviews
In a big week of reviews, we share our thoughts on Far Cry 6, the new Nintendo Switch OLED, Metroid Dread, Alan Wake Remastered and JETT: The Far Shore. 00:00:47 — Far Cry 6 Review 00:13:36 — Nintendo Switch OLED Review 00:21:11 — Metroid Dread Review 00:30:52 — Alan Wake Remastered Review 00:34:55 — JETT: The Far Shore Review 00:37:17 — Rapid Fire Question 00:37:52 — What The Wiki
Our Far Cry 6, Nintendo Switch OLED & Metroid Dread Reviews
In a big week of reviews, we share our thoughts on Far Cry 6, the new Nintendo Switch OLED, Metroid Dread, Alan Wake Remastered and JETT: The Far Shore. 00:00:47 — Far Cry 6 Review 00:13:36 — Nintendo Switch OLED Review 00:21:11 — Metroid Dread Review 00:30:52 — Alan Wake Remastered Review 00:34:55 — JETT: The Far Shore Review 00:37:17 — Rapid Fire Question 00:37:52 — What The Wiki
47:26
6 Oct 21
Our Thoughts On The Mario Movie Cast
It's another week with plenty of video game movie and TV talk! We share our thoughts on the Mario movie cast, the HBO Last of Us series and the past week's Nintendo Direct. We also weigh in on Spider-Man 2 perhaps being a little darker, Night School being acquired by Netflix and play another round of What The Wiki?!
Our Thoughts On The Mario Movie Cast
It's another week with plenty of video game movie and TV talk! We share our thoughts on the Mario movie cast, the HBO Last of Us series and the past week's Nintendo Direct. We also weigh in on Spider-Man 2 perhaps being a little darker, Night School being acquired by Netflix and play another round of What The Wiki?!
33:08
1 Oct 21
Our Review of Kena: Bridge of Spirits
Kieron joins the show to share his review of Kena: Bridge of Spirits, the latest PlayStation console-exclusive game, and join the conversation on a rumoured Quantic Dream Star Wars game, and the upcoming Halo Infinite technical test. 00:01:36 — Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review 00:09:05 — Lost Judgement Review 00:12:54 — Quantic Dream Working On A Star Wars Game? 00:18:36 — Halo's Upcoming Technical Test 00:21:03 — What The Wiki?!
Our Review of Kena: Bridge of Spirits
Kieron joins the show to share his review of Kena: Bridge of Spirits, the latest PlayStation console-exclusive game, and join the conversation on a rumoured Quantic Dream Star Wars game, and the upcoming Halo Infinite technical test. 00:01:36 — Kena: Bridge of Spirits Review 00:09:05 — Lost Judgement Review 00:12:54 — Quantic Dream Working On A Star Wars Game? 00:18:36 — Halo's Upcoming Technical Test 00:21:03 — What The Wiki?!
32:41
23 Sep 21
Is Deathloop A Game Of The Year Contender?
Brodie rejoins the podcast to share his review of Deathloop, and weigh into discussions on Battlefield 2042 and Dying Light 2's delay, and the PS5 and Switch's console updates. 00:00:41 — Toem Review 00:03:20 — Deathloop Review 00:13:01 — Battlefield And Dying Light Delays 00:19:48 — PS5 And Nintendo Switch Updates 00:26:44 — Rapid Fire Questions 00:28:08 — What The Wiki?!
Is Deathloop A Game Of The Year Contender?
Brodie rejoins the podcast to share his review of Deathloop, and weigh into discussions on Battlefield 2042 and Dying Light 2's delay, and the PS5 and Switch's console updates. 00:00:41 — Toem Review 00:03:20 — Deathloop Review 00:13:01 — Battlefield And Dying Light Delays 00:19:48 — PS5 And Nintendo Switch Updates 00:26:44 — Rapid Fire Questions 00:28:08 — What The Wiki?!
33:20
18 Sep 21
Our Reactions To The PlayStation Showcase
In a big day of PlayStation news, the team unpack the PlayStation Showcase and discuss all the exciting games that were announced. James also reviews Life Is Strange: True Colors, and we weigh into the discussion surrounding Horizon Forbidden West's controversial PS5 upgrade scheme. 00:00:28 — Life Is Strange: True Colors Review 00:07:34 — PlayStation Showcase 00:29:13 — Alan Wake Remaster 00:37:47 — Horizon's PS5 Upgrade Debacle 00:41:28 — What the Wiki?!
Our Reactions To The PlayStation Showcase
In a big day of PlayStation news, the team unpack the PlayStation Showcase and discuss all the exciting games that were announced. James also reviews Life Is Strange: True Colors, and we weigh into the discussion surrounding Horizon Forbidden West's controversial PS5 upgrade scheme. 00:00:28 — Life Is Strange: True Colors Review 00:07:34 — PlayStation Showcase 00:29:13 — Alan Wake Remaster 00:37:47 — Horizon's PS5 Upgrade Debacle 00:41:28 — What the Wiki?!
45:44
10 Sep 21
Our Impressions Of Far Cry 6 And Psychonauts 2 Review
Shannon's played some Far Cry 6 and is here to give us his preview. James is back to tell us more about Psychonauts 2 and No More Heroes III. We've also got the Dead Space remake and the possibility of a Death Stranding sequel to discuss too!
Our Impressions Of Far Cry 6 And Psychonauts 2 Review
Shannon's played some Far Cry 6 and is here to give us his preview. James is back to tell us more about Psychonauts 2 and No More Heroes III. We've also got the Dead Space remake and the possibility of a Death Stranding sequel to discuss too!
44:31
2 Sep 21
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