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Episode 93 of the DMG Gaming Podcast blends bizarre science with hardcore gaming talk as hosts Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down a surprisingly chaotic week.

🧬 Science Meets Gaming
The show opens with the news that dire wolves have been cloned before Chrono Trigger 2 could be announced. That’s right—Romulus, Remus, and a third pup are part of Colossal Biosciences’ mission to revive extinct species. The hosts debate ethics, future ecosystems, and joke about real-life dragons and Jurassic Park.

🎮 Gaming News Highlights

• South of Midnight flops with just 184 concurrent players
• Final Fantasy IX remake teased in a cryptic Square Enix tweet
• Gina Carano wins lawsuit vs. Disney, demands actor pay records
• Switch 2 continues to impress with PS4 Pro-like performance
• A24 announces a live-action Death Stranding movie
• Minecraft movie smashes global box office with $301M

⚔️ Khazan Review
Ed reviews The First Berserker: Khazan, praising its fast combat, anime-style betrayal story, and tough bosses. His 9/10 rating makes it a must-play for Souls-like fans, only wishing for more weapon variety.

🏆 Top 10 First Ballot Hall of Fame Games
From Super Metroid and FF6 to Chrono Trigger and Diablo 2, the hosts debate which titles deserve Hall of Fame status—ending with a Random Game Roulette that fatefully lands on Chrono Trigger itself.

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🔥 Winner of the Week: The Minecraft movie — biggest video game movie debut ever
🚫 Loser of the Week: South of Midnight and its community manager’s controversial tweets

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🎮 Big delays and big demon-slaying energy! In Episode 92 of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down two massive stories in gaming and entertainment:

• The Nintendo Switch 2 has officially been delayed—we talk what’s behind the pushback, what this means for Nintendo’s 2025 lineup, and how it affects the gaming market.
• Plus, we give you our full review of the Devil May Cry Netflix series—how faithful is it to the games, is it worth watching, and does it hit the same high notes as Castlevania?

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Why the Switch 2 delay might be a good move (and why it might not)
• 😈 Our honest thoughts on the Devil May Cry Netflix series
• 🔥 How Netflix is handling game adaptations lately
• 🧠 What we expect from Nintendo in the next 12 months

Highlights:

• Analysis of Nintendo’s timeline, possible hardware updates, and game lineup delays
• Breakdown of Devil May Cry’s animation, pacing, voice acting, and fan service
• How this series compares to other Netflix adaptations like Castlevania and Cyberpunk: Edgerunners

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🎙️ Is Asmongold being unfairly labeled, or is there more to the controversy? In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down the latest social media firestorm surrounding popular Twitch streamer and YouTube personality Asmongold.

We dive into the accusations, the context, and the online reaction, asking the important question: Where’s the line between criticism and cancel culture?

In This Episode:

• 🔍 What exactly is Asmongold being accused of?
• 🧠 Context matters – examining the full story
• ⚖️ Free speech vs. hate speech in online spaces
• 🗣️ Our take on the outrage cycle in gaming and streaming communities

📢 Join the conversation! Is this just another case of outrage culture gone too far? Or is there something deeper to unpack here? Like, comment, and subscribe for real discussions on gaming, creators, and the internet’s biggest topics.

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🎮 Ubisoft is rising from the ashes—but is it too late or just in time? In Episode 90 of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips revisit their predictions about Ubisoft’s downfall, and how the company is now making bold moves toward reinvention and revival.

From shifting game design philosophy to new leadership strategies and surprise fan service, we break down what this “reincarnation” of Ubisoft actually means—and why we were right all along.

In This Episode:

• 🔄 The new Ubisoft strategy – What’s changed, what’s working, and why now?
• 🎯 We called it! – Revisiting our past takes on Ubisoft’s collapse and turnaround
• 🕹️ What Ubisoft is doing differently – Are they finally listening to gamers?
• 🔮 Can they truly come back? – Our honest predictions for Ubisoft’s future

Highlights:

• Analysis of Ubisoft’s latest moves, dev updates, and game pivots
• AC Shadows, Star Wars Outlaws, and what they signal about the company
• New IPs, remakes, and signs Ubisoft is moving away from "corporate safe"
• How Ubisoft’s transformation compares to past studio turnarounds

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🕵️‍♂️ What’s really going on with Assassin’s Creed Shadows? In this episode of the DMG Gaming Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips uncover the truth behind the marketing hype, leaks, and contradictions surrounding Ubisoft’s most controversial Assassin’s Creed title to date.

With increasing fan backlash, unclear messaging, and Ubisoft’s reputation on the line, we break down what’s fact, what’s fiction, and what they don’t want you to know.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 The real state of Assassin’s Creed Shadows – What Ubisoft isn’t telling you
• 🔥 Exposing inconsistencies in gameplay previews, developer interviews, and marketing claims
• 🧠 Fan reactions and backlash – Is the franchise still salvageable?
• 🚨 Our verdict – Can Shadows succeed, or is this the final crack in the Creed?

Highlights:

• Dissecting the narrative, visuals, and mechanics Ubisoft has shown so far
• Comparing AC Shadows to previous titles—what’s improved, what’s regressed
• Exploring community distrust and the growing divide between Ubisoft and its fans
• What AC Shadows’ success or failure means for the future of the franchise

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In This Episode:

• 🏹 Why Assassin’s Creed Shadows might be Ubisoft’s swan song
• 🔥 Gameplay and story expectations – Can it truly deliver?
• 💸 Ubisoft’s financial health – The real numbers you haven’t seen
• 🧠 Our predictions – What happens if AC Shadows fails?

Highlights:

• AC Shadows as Ubisoft’s last hope for redemption
• How the game compares to past Assassin’s Creed titles
• Inside Ubisoft’s current struggles—layoffs, budget cuts, and bad PR
• What a failure could mean for Ubisoft’s future in AAA gaming

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🔥 Ubisoft is at a crossroads, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows might be their final shot at redemption! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down the stakes for Ubisoft, the latest Assassin’s Creed Shadows details, and whether this game can save the franchise or seal Ubisoft’s fate.

With financial struggles and internal shake-ups, is Ubisoft’s future hanging in the balance?

In This Episode:

• 🏹 Assassin’s Creed Shadows gameplay breakdown – What’s new and what fans are saying.
• 🔥 Will this game flop or revive Ubisoft? – Why this could be their last shot.
• 💰 Ubisoft’s financial troubles – What’s really happening behind the scenes.
• 🚀 What’s next for the Assassin’s Creed franchise? – If Shadows fails, what’s left?

Highlights:

• Early reactions to Assassin’s Creed Shadows and its RPG mechanics.
• Ubisoft’s ongoing financial crisis and what’s at stake.
• Comparing Shadows to past Assassin’s Creed games—evolution or regression?
• Will Ubisoft pivot if Shadows underperforms? Our predictions.

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🔥 Gaming chaos is in full swing! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down the biggest stories in gaming:

• Video Game March Madness – We pit the best games against each other in a head-to-head battle!
• Ubisoft’s financial revolt – Are internal struggles pushing the company toward collapse?
• Monster Hunter Wilds keeps breaking records – Just how massive is this game’s success?

Is Ubisoft on the brink of financial disaster? Can Monster Hunter Wilds become the highest-selling Capcom game of all time? And which video game deserves the ultimate championship title? We cover it all!

In This Episode:

• 🏆 Video Game March Madness – Which games will survive our tournament bracket?
• 💰 Ubisoft facing a financial crisis – What’s causing this revolt?
• 🏹 Monster Hunter Wilds breaking records – Just how successful is it?
• 🔥 The biggest gaming news this week – Industry updates you need to know.

Highlights:

• How our Video Game March Madness bracket works – will your favorite win?
• Ubisoft’s internal struggles and what it means for future releases.
• Monster Hunter Wilds sales and why it’s dominating the charts.
• Other must-know gaming news shaping 2024.

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⏳ It’s been 30 years since Chrono Trigger changed gaming forever! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips celebrate the legendary RPG’s 30th anniversary, discussing its impact, best moments, and whether a Chrono Trigger remake could be on the horizon.

Plus, we uncover the real reason Star Wars Underworld was scrapped and what could have been one of the greatest Star Wars games never made.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Chrono Trigger’s 30-year legacy – Why it’s still considered one of the best RPGs of all time.
• 🏹 Could a Chrono Trigger remake happen? – What Square Enix has said about revisiting this classic.
• 🔥 Star Wars Underworld canceled – The true story behind its development and cancellation.
• 🚀 What Star Wars Underworld could have been – Would it have changed Star Wars gaming forever?

Highlights:

• Chrono Trigger’s best moments and hidden secrets.
• Why Star Wars Underworld failed to launch despite its ambitious concept.
• The legacy of canceled Star Wars games and what could have been.
• Our take on whether Chrono Trigger deserves a full remake.

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🔥 Is gaming being manipulated behind the scenes? In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips tackle two of the biggest gaming controversies:

• Is Split Fiction pushing a woke agenda?
• Is Ubisoft using bots to control discussions and hype up their games?

We break down the facts, analyze the latest gaming news, and give our unfiltered takes on what’s really going on.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Is Split Fiction woke? – Examining the narrative, developer intent, and fan reactions.
• 🤖 Is Ubisoft using bots? – Allegations of fake engagement and misleading marketing tactics.
• 🔥 Gaming industry transparency – Can players trust what they see online?
• 🚀 The bigger picture – What these stories mean for the future of gaming.

Highlights:

• Split Fiction’s storyline and themes—overblown controversy or real agenda?
• Reports of Ubisoft using AI-driven bots—fact or fiction?
• How gaming companies manipulate social media hype and reviews.
• Our take on where the industry is headed in 2024.

📢 Join the conversation! Are gamers being deceived, or is this just internet outrage? Like, comment, and subscribe for the latest gaming news, reviews, and analysis. Tune in now!