It is a jam-packed Controller Club, as we sit down to discuss the biggest headlines in gaming from the past week. Join the discussion as we hash it out over Xbox's abrupt leadership change, Bluepoint's shutdown, and Ubisoft's recent comments about its future.

Also tune in for Tom's new Pokémon Pokopia impressions, Klein's review-in-progress of God of War: Sons of Sparta, and Lauren's stories from FanExpo Vancouver.

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On today's show, Tom, Klein, and Lauren break down PlayStation's February 2026 State of Play, sharing their thoughts on big-name announcements like a new Castlevania, God of War Remakes, and a Kena: Bridge of Spirits Sequel.

Also, listen in as Klein sits down with solo developer Josh Koenig for a conversation on his new Zelda-like adventure, Echo Isle, and what it is like being a solo dev in the year 2026.

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We are headed back to the Wasteland for one last time. Join this week's show as we review Episodes 7 and 8 of Fallout Season 2 with The Direct's very own Pam Gores. -

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On this week's show, we are joined by first-time guest Hayes Madsen for a breakdown of online gaming in 2026. Join in as we discuss the new 3v3 shooter Highguard and where we think the online multiplayer space stands.

We also share the latest video game news, including rumors that GTA 6 will skip a physical release and a potential upcoming Nintendo Direct.

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On this week's show, we are back in the Fallout universe for another pair of reviews with special guest TJ Zwarych from Agents of Fandom. This time, we dive deep into Season 2, Episodes 5 and 6 ,sharing all our thoughts, feelings, and potential theories for the season's final two episodes

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The annual tradition is back! Tom, Lauren, and Klein sit down on this episode of Controller Club for the 2026 Fantasy Critic Draft. Listen in as we try to predict what will be the best-reviewed games of the year.

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On this week's show, we head back to the wasteland to review the first four episodes of Amazon Prime Video's Fallout Season 2. Listen in as we break down all four episodes, share our thoughts, and predict what will come next.

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We are back for 2026! On today's show, join the crew as we embark on our annual predictions special, calling out what we think will happen over the next 12 months in the world of gaming.

Also, tune in as Klein shares his early Hollow Knight: Silksong impressions, Tom gushes about Vampire Survivors, and Lauren dives into Indiana Jones and the Great Circle.

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As a special New Year's treat, we're taking a look back at the best moments from Controller Club 2025! From the biggest news stories to our favourite reviews and discussions, here is what we're remembering from the past year of Controller Club.Timestamps:00:00 - Introductions and Hellos00:48 - Our Hopes for Gaming in 202511:15 - Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Review24:50 - Building the Switch Hall of Fame37:44 - Drafting our Dream PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale 2 Fighters55:00 - Fan Expo Highlights01:02:53 - A Minecraft Movie Review01:14:33 - Nintendo Switch 2 First Impressions01:21:36 - The Last of Us Season 2 Premiere Review01:28:59 - The Last of Us Season 2 Finale Review01:43:57 - Building Our Dream Animal Crossing Game01:56:04 - PAX West Highlights02:11:31 - Donkey Kong Bananza First Impressions02:23:24 - Drafting the Most Iconic Video Game Sound Effects02:31:15 - The September State of Play (& Wolverine Thoughts)02:51:11 - Drafting the Most Bankable Gaming Franchises03:04:00 - Ghost of Yotei First Impressions03:15:37 - Five Nights at Freddy's 2 03:19:35 - What We've Been Playing (Hollow Knight: Silksong, Pipistrello and the Cursed Yoyo, Tiny Bookshop)03:30:19 - OutroFollow the show!Twitter: https://twitter.com/controller_clubInstagram: https://instagram.com/controllerclubpodTiktok: https://tiktok.com/@controller.clubApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/controller-club/id1614095846Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6eAkyalUckNzceQGoJwumwFollow us!Lauren: https://twitter.com/LRouse19Tom: https://twitter.com/tomdrewartKlein: https://twitter.com/TheKleinFeltOriginal theme music by Jon Rouse© Controller Club

It is finally time! This week, Tom, Lauren, and Klein look back on the best games of 2025, highlighting a handful of their favorites as well as handing out the award for Game of the Year 2025.

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