Episodios

  • 2025 Year in Review: The Switch 2 Era Begins, Clair Obscur’s GOTY Upset & Arc Raiders’ AI Debate

    2025 Year in Review: The Switch 2 Era Begins, Clair Obscur’s GOTY Upset & Arc Raiders’ AI Debate
    Dec 29 2025
    As 2025 comes to a close, Eammonn Dignam reflects on a year that changed the industry. We analyze the record-breaking launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 , which brought us Mario Kart World and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, all while celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Mushroom Kingdom's hero. We discuss the shifting of the guard as Doug Bowser retires as President of Nintendo of America, succeeded by Devon Pritchard. The show also dives into the "AA" miracle: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 winning Game of the Year on a budget under $10 million. Finally, we break down the end-of-year controversy surrounding Arc Raiders , its shift to a premium $40 model, and Tim Sweeney’s defense of its AI-voiced characters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Holiday Survival Guide: Avoid the In-Laws with GTA Snow, WoW’s Greench & Hitman’s 'Wet Bandits'

    Holiday Survival Guide: Avoid the In-Laws with GTA Snow, WoW’s Greench & Hitman’s 'Wet Bandits'
    Dec 28 2025
    Bored on a holiday? Eammonn Dignam has your ultimate guide to avoiding the kitchen table politics by jumping into the best gaming events of 2025. We break down World of Warcraft's Feast of Winter Veil (featuring a level 80 Abominable Greench), the return of snow and the "Gooch" in GTA Online , and Hitman’s hilarious Home Alone homage: "Holiday Hoarders." Plus, we look at festive debuts in Pokémon GO and the snowball fights of Halo Infinite . Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Artificial Intelligence Hits Housing Market

    Artificial Intelligence Hits Housing Market
    Dec 27 2025
    Artificial intelligence may be booming, but it’s just starting to gain ground in the housing industry and experts say that means there’s plenty of potential. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Texas Appeals Kids Online Safety Ruling

    Texas Appeals Kids Online Safety Ruling
    Dec 26 2025
    A federal judge in Texas blocked a law that would require kids under 18 to get their parents' permission to download apps and make online purchases, but the state is appealing the ruling, saying the law is necessary to protect children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • Apple Allows Third Party App Stores in Brazil

    Apple Allows Third Party App Stores in Brazil
    Dec 25 2025
    After a settlement with antitrust regulators in Brazil, Apple's iOS will allow users to access third-party app stores and external payment systems. The company is warning that the change could bring security risks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 m
  • Data Center Backlash

    Data Center Backlash
    Dec 24 2025
    Data centers are rapidly transforming small town America amid demand for artificial intelligence computing power, but the growth comes with questions and concerns from residents. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • OpenAI Declares Code Red

    OpenAI Declares Code Red
    Dec 23 2025
    With rivals like Google gaining ground and China’s DeepSeek lurking, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is telling employees that the company is declaring a "code red." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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  • 171 Million Strong: The Game Awards Shatters Records

    171 Million Strong: The Game Awards Shatters Records
    Dec 22 2025
    The Game Awards 2025 delivered a record-shattering 171 million global livestreams, an 11% increase over last year. Host and founder Geoff Keighley opened the show with a deeply personal speech, thanking developers and fans for their trust during a challenging year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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