In this week’s episode of the Press Start Select Podcast, Antonius DaGamer and Mykale Smith dive deep into the chaos shaking up the gaming world. From Xbox’s $30 Game Pass price hike and its fading console identity, to Mortal Kombat 2’s movie missteps, the guys don’t hold back.

They also unpack why Digimon might finally be stepping out of Pokémon’s shadow, and celebrate Sucker Punch’s success with Ghost of Tsushima and its well-earned sequel.

A mix of spicy takes, real gamer insight, and nostalgic deep dives—perfect for listeners who live and breathe gaming culture.

🎮 Topics include: Xbox’s future, Mortal Kombat 2’s downfall, Digimon vs. Pokémon, Sucker Punch’s evolution, and what’s next for PlayStation.

Timestamp Chapters:

00:00 – Xbox’s $30 Game Pass Problem

The crew reacts to the Xbox Game Pass and console price hike — is Microsoft’s gaming model falling apart?

06:45 – Xbox’s Identity Crisis & Future of Consoles

Why Xbox feels lost in its own ecosystem, and what happens if they pivot away from hardware entirely.

17:55 – Mortal Kombat 2 Movie & Fighting Game Woes

Mortal Kombat 2 delays, Tekken 8 backlash, and why Virtua Fighter might secretly be the comeback king.

34:30 – Digimon vs. Pokémon: The Comeback No One Saw Coming

Digimon’s revival across games and anime—and why Pokémon fatigue might finally be real.

54:00 – Ghost of Tsushima 2 & Sucker Punch’s Winning Formula

Celebrating Sucker Punch’s rise, open-world polish, and why Ghost’s sequel proves PlayStation still gets it right.

1:02:30 – Should Infamous Make a Comeback?

Would Infamous work in today’s superhero-saturated gaming world, or should Sucker Punch leave it in the past?

1:08:00 – Wrap-Up & Future of the Industry

Final thoughts on the next era of gaming — sequels, reboots, and which studios still have that creative spark.

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