In this non-traditional episode, Myron introduces The Division 2 private beta. Tom isn’t quite sure what a looter-shooter is, so Myron takes some time to introduce the genre before diving into the game. Overall the beta played well. There were a few bugs, but the mechanics still felt solid and both Anna and Myron agree that it will be a title worth playing for hopefully a very long time.

From there the conversation turns back to the games as a service model. As long as companies continue making cool content players seem open to sticking around for the ride. Tom introduces the concept of using blockchain for special magic items that can be inherited or passed down over time gaining new properties. He’s creating a mythical named weapon for his new D&D character, and stories throughout time have embraced legendary named items.

Finally, the team revisits the Xbox Nintendo partnership and what the future might hold for those two companies and their relationship going into the future. Microsoft’s roots are in software service and Nintendo is fully embracing utilizing Xbox Live and crossplay. It’s a natural partnership given each company’s roots.

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