Arcade Couch

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  • May Is Looking A Little Light On Excitment

    We're probably in for a quieter month in news and video game releases before the birth of June and Summer Game Fest.

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    • The beef between PlayStation and Xbox is a topic of discussion among gamers.
  • The controversy surrounding 'Stella Blade highlights the issue of censorship in video games.
  • Dylan and Ashley share their thoughts on upcoming video game releases. May is a month with several highly anticipated video game releases.
  • Upcoming games include Ghost of Tsushima, Read Only Memories: Neurodiver, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door, and World of Goo 2.
  • There is excitement and speculation about a new Batman Arkham game and a rumoured Kingdom Hearts movie.
  • Take-Two Interactive's decision to close studios is a topic of concern in the gaming industry.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

    Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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    35 min
  • Dreamhack Melbourne 2024 & Confusion Around Event Identity

    Dylan and Ciaran discuss their time at Dreamhack Melbourne 2024, what they liked and didn't, and attempt to make sense of the audience.

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    • DreamHack Melbourne 2024 combined esports, content creation, and convention elements.
  • Some attendees enjoyed the cosplay, content creator meetups, and non-esports activities.
  • Others were disappointed that esports was not the main focus of the event.
  • The confusion around the event's identity and the lack of a prominent esports presence were major concerns.
  • The organizers may need to prioritize the esports aspect to create a more cohesive and satisfying experience for attendees. DreamHack Melbourne 2022 had a strong focus on content creation and lacked emphasis on esports.
  • The scheduling of non-esports marquee events on the main stage disappointed attendees.
  • The main stage area was poorly set up, with overlapping sound from other activities.
  • The event could benefit from better promotion and organization to attract a larger audience and create a more engaging experience.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
  • Thumbnail Image: ESL - Sarah Cooper
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    52 min
  • Resurfacing The Wolf Among Us 2 Thoughts & Latest Nintendo Indie World Showcase

    The Wolf Among Us 2 still lives, and we've looked at all the games shown in the latest Indie World Showcase.

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    • The release of Fallout 4 and its tie-in with the Fallout TV show has led to increased sales of the game.
  • DreamHack Melbourne is an exciting event for gamers, featuring Pokemon Go activities and various esports tournaments.
  • Harold Halibut is a unique game with a claymation art style, but it lacks engaging gameplay elements.
  • Wolf Among Us 2 has resurfaced with new screenshots after a delay, generating excitement among fans. The hosts are excited about the upcoming release of Wolf Among Us 2 and speculate on its release date.
  • They discuss the games shown at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase and share their thoughts on titles like Silksong, Steamworld Heist 2, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Splinter Fate.
  • The hosts express their excitement for games like Animal World, Duck Detective, and Shim.
  • They plan to play these games and share their anticipation for their releases.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Resources

    • Fallout 4 jumps to No.1 across Europe following TV show launch | GamesIndustry.biz
  • The Wolf Among Us 2 resurfaces after last year's delay with four new images | Eurogamer.net
  • Everything Announced At The Nintendo Indie World Showcase

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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    44 min
  • Fallout TV Series Review & Star Wars: Outlaws Drama

    We discuss Prime Video's Fallout TV series, the debut taking the world by store. Plus, we break down the drama behind Star Wars: Outlaws and its Gold Edition price tag.

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    • The 'Fallout' Prime Video series has been well-received, with the show successfully bringing the world of Fallout to life and capturing the aesthetic and vibe of the games.
  • The show introduces new elements to the Fallout lore and answers some major questions from the games, which may divide fans.
  • The Prince of Persia roguelike game is an interesting departure from the traditional Prince of Persia games, and it's exciting to see Ubisoft taking risks with the franchise.
  • The success of these unique projects should encourage Ubisoft to support more creative and innovative games in the future. Sound design is an important aspect of video games and can greatly enhance the gaming experience.
  • The pricing and content of games, including season passes and DLC, can be a source of controversy among gamers.
  • There is a disconnect between gamers and developers when it comes to pricing and content expectations.
  • Game development is a complex process that involves multiple stages and timelines.
  • Gamers should have realistic expectations and understand the challenges faced by developers.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Episode Timecodes

    00:00:00 - Hello

    00:01:21 - Fallout TV Series Review
    00:19:35 - Rogue-like Prince of Persia Revealed
    00:24:35 - Star Wars: Outlaws Coming August 30
    00:49:53 - Goodbye

    Resources

    • Fallout 76 Is Free-To-Play For The Next Week And Has New Content From The Show
  • The Rogue Prince Of Persia Is A New Roguelite Platformer From The Developers Of Dead Cells
  • The new Star Wars Outlaws trailer introduces you to the criminal underworld - The Verge

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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    51 min
  • Content Warning is Viral Sucess + What Games are Coming in April

    Content Warning has become a viral sensation after making a very risky marketing move. Plus we preview a bunch of games coming in April.

    Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

    Episode Timecodes

    00:00:00 - Hello

    00:00:50 - Dylan bought something
    00:07:06 - April Video Game Releases
    00:23:25 - Hellblade 2 Previews and Frame Rate Drama
    00:25:34 - Content Warning’s Viral Sucess
    00:32:47 - Goodbye

    Resources

    • Video Game Releases in April 2024 - Explosion Network
    • Hellblade 2 Previews Have Arrived And It Sounds Like The "Next-Gen" Spectacle We've Been Waiting For
    • Content Warning Has Gone Gangbusters On Steam And A New Update Has Dropped

    Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques

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    34 min
  • Marvel Rivals is a true hero royale which has us excited

    Marvel Rivals has us excited as a game that could be both a great hero shooter and something for fans of Marvel characters.

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    • Metacritic gaming publisher rankings provide insights into the performance of different publishers.
  • Gearbox Entertainment has been sold to Take-Two for $460 million.
  • Fans have high expectations for Borderlands 4, hoping for a return to the heights of Borderlands 2.
  • Randy Pitchford, the former CEO of Gearbox, is known for his love of magic tricks. Randy Pitchford, the CEO of Gearbox Entertainment, has a background in magic and is a member of the Magic Castle in Los Angeles.
  • Toys for Bob, an independent studio, has reached an agreement with Microsoft for their first independent game, sparking speculation about a potential new Spyro game.
  • There is a balance between creating new IPs and working on established franchises, and studios should have the freedom to explore new ideas while staying true to their roots.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Episode Timecodes

    00:00:00 - Hello

    00:00:00 - 00:01:10 - MetaCritic Gaming Publisher Rankings 2023
    00:11:07 - Embracer Sells Gearbox To Take-Two Interactive
    00:20:28 - Marvels Rivals Announced
    00:29:08 - What Is Toys For Bob Making Next
    00:41:36 - Goodbye

    Resources

    • Metacritic Has Released Its Annual Video Game Publisher Rankings
  • Embracer has sold Gearbox — and Borderlands — to Take-Two for $460M
  • Marvel Rivals Is A New 6v6 Hero Shooter Starring Iconic Heroes
  • Spyro studio Toys for Bob secures deal with Microsoft for its first independent game | Eurogamer.net

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
  • Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration

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    43 min
  • South Park: Snow Day! Review & Larian Isn't Making More Baldur's Gate 3

    Dylan talks about playing South Park: Snow Day! We also cover why Larian won't be making more Baldur's Gate 3 content or sequels.

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    • Marvel 1943 Rise of Hydra is an upcoming game that generated excitement among the hosts, who discussed the trailer and potential gameplay.
  • Screen Australia has provided funding for 27 Australian game projects, supporting the future of Australian game development. 
  • The benefits of funding game development are debated, with Ashley highlighting the potential economic impact of funding projects.
  • Various game announcements are reviewed, including Memento, Mystiques Haunted Antiques, No More My Arms Are Longer Now, Squidge, Rat Trap, and Way Up Galaxy.
  • The controversy surrounding microtransactions in Dragon's Dogma 2 is discussed, with differing opinions on the impact of these transactions.
  • Impressions of Princess Peach Showtime are shared, with Dylan enjoying the game's fun and cute nature.
  • The Sims movie is mentioned, with curiosity about the premise and potential execution of the film.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Episode Timecodes

    00:00:00 - Hello

    00:01:20 - This Week On The Show 
    00:01:40 - South Park: Snow Day! Review
    00:11:12 - GDC Choice Awards 2024
    00:13:35 - Marvel 1943: Rise of Hyrda Trailer
    00:20:44 - Screen Australia Funding For AUS Games
    00:34:39 - Larian Won't Be Making Anymore Baldur's Gate 3
    00:43:10 - Dragon's Dogma 2 In-Game Currency Items
    00:50:49 - Quick Princess Peach: Showtime! Impressions
    00:53:00 - Goodbye

    Resources

    • The Game Developers Choice Awards 2024 Winners Have Been Revealed
  • Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra Is Skydance's New AAA Marvel Game And The First Trailer Is Here
  • Screen Australia Has Announced $1.6 Million Of Funding For 27 Aussie Games And Creators
  • Larian Won't Be Making Any Baldur's Gate 3 Expansions Or A Sequel
  • Dragon’s Dogma 2 has surprise microtransactions, and players are angry - Polygon

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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    56 min
  • Among Us Animated Show Cast, But What's It About?

    We have a cast for the Among Us show, but we still have no idea what kind of format the show will have or what platform it'll be heading to. 

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    • Storied Experienes is an all-new Twithc-based show.
  • The Summer Game Fest 2024 has been confirmed and will feature live streams and announcements.
  • Geoff Keighley tweeted about layoffs in the games industry and offered his time as a mentor to job seekers.
  • A new AAA studio called Giant Skull, led by the director of Star Wars Jedi games, has been announced.
  • Creating successful new IPs is a challenge for new AAA studios. Creating new IP can be challenging, especially without the support of a successful studio or franchise.
  • The Among Us animated show raises questions about how the game's concept will translate into a narrative TV series.
  • The Dreamhack Festival in Melbourne has secured a deal to host the event for the next five years, solidifying Melbourne's reputation as a hub for gaming events.
  • The return of the Multi-Versus game brings anticipation for improvements and changes in gameplay.
  • Hellscape, an early access game, shows promise with its unique blend of roguelike and Tony Hawk-inspired gameplay.
  • Rise of the Ronin receives positive feedback in a preview, highlighting its enjoyable gameplay and comparisons to popular characters.
  • The Australian Tech Journalism Awards recognize the achievements of journalists in the gaming industry.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley

    Episode Timecodes

    00:00:00 - Hello

    00:02:23 - Storied Experiences Shoutouts
    00:05:31 - Summer Game Fest 2024 Date
    00:11:45 - Giant Skull Is A New AAA Studio
    00:19:58 - Among Us Animated Show Cast
    00:23:53 - Dreamhack For Another Five Years
    00:28:40 - MultiVersus Is Coming Back
    00:31:09 - HelSkate & Rise of the Ronin Articles
    00:32:53 - The Lizzies
    00:37:00 - Goodbye

    Resources

    • The Summer Game Fest 2024 Date And Time Have Been Confirmed
    • Giant Skull Is A New AAA Studio Led By The Director Of The Star Wars Jedi Games
    • Among Us animated show casts sus stars, including Ashley Johnson and Elijah Wood | Eurogamer.net
    • DreamHack Has Signed A Deal To Keep The Festival In Melbourne For The Next Five Years

    Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
  • Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration

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    38 min
  • WWE 2K24 Review and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Continues

    Ashley gives his review for WWE 2K24, and Dylan and Ciaran discuss Final Fantasy VII Rebirth more as they continue to play it in opposite ways.

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    • The hosts are excited about the upcoming Storied Experiences Twitch show, where they will play through Telltale Games' The Walking Dead and discuss their choices.
  • They discuss the gameplay and new features in WWE 2K22, including special referee matches and the ability to throw weapons at opponents.
  • Ciaran shares his experiences playing Final Fantasy VII Remake, including their enjoyment of the combat system and side content.
  • Ciaran expresses their desire for a more fleshed-out storyline and a clearer narrative direction in Final Fantasy VII Remake. 
  • The success of Helldivers 2 as a live service game is highlighted.
  • Toxicity and trolling in gaming communities are addressed.
  • The game 'Little Guardsman' is briefly discussed.
  • The end of Rooster Teeth is a sad affair.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Episode Timecodes

    00:00:00 - Hello

    00:01:18 - Storied Experiences
    00:08:12 - WWE2K24 Review
    00:18:42 - Week 2 of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
    00:29:38 - Helldivers 2 is a continuing success
    00:36:31 - Little Guardsman Impressions
    00:38:24 - Sweet Baby Inc
    00:44:11 - Goodbye

    Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
  • Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration

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    45 min
  • Pokemon 2024, More Layoffs, And Final Fantays VII: Rebirth

    Alongside the continuing trent of layoffs in 2024, we discuss the 2024 Pokemon Day Showcase and our initial impressions on Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.

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    • Layoffs continue to affect game studios, with Toys for Bob leaving Activision and EA laying off nearly 700 employees.
  • Dylans reviews the game Dites and Deities, highlighting its unique music and gameplay.
  • The focus on Ultimate Team in games like FIFA has led to layoffs and a lack of investment in other projects. Layoffs in the gaming industry are a significant concern, highlighting the need for game developers to unionize and for the gaming community to support studios by purchasing their games.
  • The release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth has generated mixed reviews, with some praising the stunning visuals and music, while others find the audio mixing and storytelling confusing.
  • The hosts express their enjoyment of the gameplay and exploration in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth but note that the open-world elements can sometimes feel like mini-games and detract from the main story.
  • The Pokemon Direct and Pokemon Presents announcements generated excitement and anticipation among fans.
  • The Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket offers a new mobile version of the popular card game.
  • Pokemon Legends Z-A is a highly anticipated game that takes place in Luminous City and may feature mega evolutions.

    • Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Resources

    • Pokemon Presents 2024 - All the news from the Pokemon Day event - Explosion Network
  • Embracer Is Reportedly Selling Off Star Wars: KOTOR Remake Developer Saber Interactive
  • The Embracer-Owned Gearbox Software Is Apparently Close To Being Sold Off
  • Spyro And Crash Developer Toys For Bob Is Leaving Activision To Go Independent
  • EA Has Cancelled Respawn's Star Wars FPS Amid Its Mass Layoff
  • Life Is Strange Developer Deck Nine Has Laid Off 20% Of Its Staff
  • Sony Is Laying Off Around 900 PlayStation Employees And Shutting At Least One Studio

    • Arcade Couch Credits:

    • Music by: Dylan Blight
  • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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    1 hr 19 min

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