The first episode of the year has arrived (and yes, we know it's May). But what better way to reign in the not-so-new year than with a discussion on the two new consoles from Sony and Microsoft, and the future of the console market. On this episode of the show, our hosts Elias and Chilekwa discuss hands-on experience with the Playstation 5 and the Xbox Series X, and try to predict how the two consoles will shape the gaming space in the coming years.

We also have a change in format and release schedule, with more to come. We can't wait to share them with you!

Thanks for sticking with us even through such a long break, and we hope you enjoy this episode.

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On today's episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about the the nominees of The Game Awards 2020, and make a few predictions along the way.

In the news, scalpers are securing an obscene numbers of next-gen consoles, the PlayStation 5 outsells the Xbox Series S and X in Japan by a significant margin, and professional football players are wondering why their names and likenesses makes so much money for EA and not them. And on this week’s topic of the show, our host discuss the nominees of this year's Game Awards, and which game is most deserving of the coveted Game of the Year award.

As usual, thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy this episode.

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Elias Phiri: Twitter

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News Sources/References:

https://www.gematsu.com/2020/11/ps5-sold-118085-units-in-first-four-days-in-japan-xbox-series-x-and-xbox-series-s-sold-20534-units-in-first-six-days

https://africa.businessinsider.com/entertainment/one-reseller-group-snagged-nearly-3500-playstation-5-consoles-and-the-resale-market/3lhq5xk

https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2020-12-01-scalpers-claimed-theyd-secured-1000-xbox-series-x-orders-then-the-retailer-cancelled-them

https://tass.com/economy/1225233

https://www.gamesradar.com/every-winner-at-the-golden-joystick-awards-2020/

https://www.bbc.com/sport/amp/football/55059626

https://www.vg247.com/2020/11/30/xbox-series-s-x-ps2-emulation

https://thegameawards.com/nominees

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On today's episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about the evolution of the first-person shooter, from classic Doom to the Resistance series.

In the news, dbrand cancels PS5 skin pre-orders and offers us our money back because we're not good enough to apply them, Microsoft continue on their Bethesda Acquisition marketing tour, and a Halo Infinite update promised to be coming soon, just not The Game Awards soon. And on this week’s topic of the show, our host discuss their experiences with FPSs over the console generations, and how everything from the the genre's mechanics to the setting  have evolved.

As usual, thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy this episode.

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News Sources/References:

https://www.reddit.com/r/dbrand/comments/jtu0fy/psa_dont_buy_playstation_5_skins

https://seekingalpha.com/article/4388809-microsoft-corporation-msft-management-presents-jefferies-interactive-entertainment-virtual?part=single

https://www.ign.com/articles/capcom-says-sales-and-financial-information-stolen-in-major-hack

https://www.reddit.com/r/halo/comments/jv9dfe/weekly_discussion_thread/gciqdb6/?utm_source=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3

https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2020-11-18-sony-exec-refuses-to-rule-out-playstation-5-exclusivity-for-god-of-war-ragnarok

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/gaming/features/playstation-ceo-jim-ryan-70-fair-price-ps5-games-launch-line

https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2020/11/ps5_sold_out_in_japan_but_launch_numbers_are_dire

https://www.famitsu.com/news/202011/18209693.html

https://twitter.com/IOInteractive/status/1329426703186325504

https://www.adidas.com/us/superstar-shoes/GV7128.html

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On today's launch week special, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about next-gen (hereby know as current-gen), and go through the FOMO that comes with them not being able to secure either next-gen console.

In the news, our hosts discuss recent revelations about the PlayStation 5, including confirmation that there will be no SSD support at launch, and reports that Sony has “sidelined” the launch of the PlayStation 5 in their homeland, Japan. And on this week’s topic of the show, next-gen is finally upon us, but it's bitter sweet, as our hosts have to watch from the sidelines as the future of console gaming unfolds. That, of course, doesn't stop them from sharing their strong opinions on the weeks events.

As usual, thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy this next-gen special.

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News Sources/References:

https://www.theverge.com/2020/11/5/21551165/sony-ps5-playstation-5-no-m2-ssd-expansion-launch

https://www.gamesradar.com/uk/pt-wont-be-backwards-compatible-with-the-ps5

https://www.nme.com/news/gaming-news/japan-launch-of-ps5-reportedly-sidelined-to-focus-on-us-market-2812300?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=japan-launch-of-ps5-reportedly-sidelined-to-focus-on-us-market&&__twitter_impression=true

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-11-07/microsoft-sets-sights-on-sony-s-home-turf-in-game-console-clash

https://www.ign.com/articles/cyberpunk-2077-re-confirms-december-release-date-after-delay-rumors?sf132252530=1

https://www.theverge.com/platform/amp/2020/11/11/21559903/sony-playstation-5-no-browser-1440p-support-vr?utm_campaign=theverge&utm_content=chorus&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&__twitter_impression=true

https://blog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/be-a-superstar-super-hero-in-marvels-spider-man-miles-morales/amp/?__twitter_impression=true

https://www.gameinformer.com/2020/11/09/the-original-ps5-design-was-initially-a-lot-bigger?amp&__twitter_impression=true

https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2020/11/ps5_doesnt_have_a_web_browser

https://blog.playstation.com/2020/11/09/ps5-the-ultimate-faq

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On today's shorter-than-usual-but-still-longer-than-your-average episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about the industry trending towards microtransactions, and whether this is a necessary evil for the increasing cost of making games.

In the news, the hosts discuss what may be the most ironic news story of the year, Watch Dogs: Legion getting hacked in real life, and Sony take legal action against the company formally known as PlateStation. And on this week’s topic of the show, the hosts talk about how egregious microtransactions are getting,  particularly in annualized sports game.

As usual, thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy the show.

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Elias Phiri: Twitter

Chilekwa Munsanje: Twitter 

News Sources/References:

https://www.zdnet.com/article/ubisoft-crytek-data-posted-on-ransomware-gangs-site

https://www.dualshockers.com/ps5-custom-faceplates-legal-action-customize-my-plates/amp/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/ps5-faceplate-seller-is-now-cancelling-all-orders-following-legal-action-from-sony

https://it.ign.com/ps5/175513/news/ps5-brutte-notizie-per-i-pc-gamer-la-nuova-console-non-supportera-la-risoluzione-a-1440p

https://www.ign.com/articles/ps5-seemingly-wont-support-native-1440p-resolution?sf131791026=1

https://twitter.com/BendStudio/status/1323686438127325187

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14Xe39F3_C0&feature=emb_logo&ab_channel=JohnGlasscock&t=0s

https://blog.playstation.com/2020/11/05/playstation-5-launch-day-ordering-update

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On today's rather late episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa reverse the clock, and talk about their past video game experiences, and bask in some well needed nostalgia. 

In the news, yet another delay for the highly anticipated Cyberpunk 2077, Todd Howard talks Elder Scrolls exclusivity and AMD pull out all the stops. And on this week’s topic of the show, the hosts talk about their ancient friendship, and how each has helped shape the other as a gamer.

As usual, hope you enjoy the show!

Links and Info:

Elias Phiri: Twitter

Chilekwa Munsanje: Twitter 

News Sources/References:

https://twitter.com/CyberpunkGame/status/1321128432370176002

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2020-10-28-todd-howard-the-next-generation-is-about-access

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-dgmufhx4c

https://www.theverge.com/2020/10/28/21538010/amd-radeon-rx-6800-xt-specs-release-date-price-big-navi-gpu-graphics

https://www.engadget.com/platestation-custom-covers-change-the-color-of-your-white-ps-5-110027090.html?guccounter=2

https://www.platestation5.com

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-10-28/microsoft-s-new-halo-game-loses-top-director-after-project-delay

https://www.pushsquare.com/news/2020/10/the_new_ps_store_for_web_mobile_is_a_dramatic_downgrade

https://twitter.com/DevilMayCry/status/1320888185078108161

https://www.nomanssky.com/next-generation-update

https://www.gamespot.com/amp-articles/watch-dogs-legion-is-overheating-xbox-one-x-consoles/1100-6483843

https://www.eurogamer.net/amp/2020-10-24-deleting-facebook-also-deletes-your-oculus-purchases?__twitter_impression=true

https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2020-10-29-ea-fined-10m-over-loot-boxes-as-dutch-court-sides-with-gambling-authority

https://uploadvr.com/delete-facebook-lose-oculus-purchases

https://borderlands.com/en-US/news/2020-10-29-arms-race-gameplay-borderlands-show

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On today's episode, Elias and Chilekwa switch things up from the previous episode by talking about the future, but also keeping things the same by talking about video games. Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? 

In the news, a relatively slow week has our hosts discussing leading quotes from Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, and the best selling games of the year. And on this week’s topic of the show, they discuss the launch lineups of both next-gen consoles and whether either are really worth a launch day purchase.

Here’s hoping you enjoy the show, as well as a new format we’re trying out where an episode isn’t close to three hours!

Links and Info:

Elias Phiri: Twitter

Chilekwa Munsanje: Twitter 

News Sources/References:

https://kotaku.com/xbox-boss-phil-spencer-on-series-x-launch-halo-infinit-1845392984

https://www.resetera.com/threads/npd-september-2020-avengers-1-mario-3das-2-tony-hawk-4-crusaders-7-star-wars-9-crash-11-switch-1-hw.307507

https://www.ign.com/articles/a-sucker-punch-job-listing-may-hint-at-a-ghost-of-tsushima-sequel

https://www.ign.com/wikis/xbox-series-x/Xbox_Series_X_vs_PlayStation_5_Launch_Game_Comparison_Chart

https://jobs.suckerpunch.com/careers/33358-General/jobs/13791786-DESIGN--Narrative-Writer

https://bethesda.net/en/article/Gy3y2pBJ385B5M7CXuCPV/the-ancient-gods-part-one-and-update-3-release-notes

https://twitter.com/Xbox/status/1318552751085920260

https://www.gamesradar.com/uk/pt-wont-be-backwards-compatible-with-the-ps5

https://www.ign.com/articles/pt-cant-be-redownloaded-on-ps5-but-theres-still-hope-for-backwards-compatibility

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Bonus: CodeCast EP34: Game, Set and Match

On today's episode, Elias and Chilekwa are back talking about the video games, surprising absolutely no one. They review PlayStation's September 16 PS5 Event, and the discuss the chaos that followed. They also discuss the latest evolution of the next generation of consoles, with both Microsoft and Sony having placed their cards on the table. Hardcore gamers, this episode is for you!

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Bonus Episode: CodeCast EP33: Console Cold Wars

Hide your Elite controllers, 'cause it's another episode all about video games! Elias and CodeCast debutante  Chilekwa talk next-gen: what we know so far about the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X, Microsoft and Sony’s differing approaches to the next generation of consoles and speculation on release date and price. If your a gamer, or are even remotely interested in purchasing a next-gen console, do we have the episode for you!

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CodeCast Arcade is here! CodeCast’s video game focused podcast, hosted by Elias and Chilekwa, launches, and the first episode is a big (and long) one. 

On the pilot episode, the hosts dissect a lot of news as the lead up to next-gen continues to heat up, including Microsoft's mammoth acquisition of ZeniMax Media, preorder madness with Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and the PS5 teardown and UI reveal. 

On the inaugural topic of the show, the hosts go over their Top 10 Games of the 8th Console Generation. 

We’re really excited to start this new journey with all our listeners, and we hope you enjoy the ride.

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Elias Phiri: Twitter

Chilekwa Munsanje: Twitter 

News Sources/References:

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