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First up, Hellraiser: Revival is embracing everything that makes the franchise disturbing, from brutal gore and body horror to BDSM imagery and the twisted world of the Labyrinth. But is this actually a good survival horror game, or is it relying on shock value? Dan shares his hands-on impressions of the surprisingly robust gameplay.

Then, GTA 6 trailer 3 has arrived! Rockstar is giving us another look at Jason and Lucia, more story details, wild action sequences, and a killer soundtrack. We share our reactions, discuss whether the marketing is reaching hype saturation, and ask why Rockstar dropped this trailer now.

And Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse is earning strong reviews, with critics praising its combat, movement, and exploration. But does it push the legendary franchise forward, or are we looking at a familiar formula with a fresh coat of paint? We debate the reviews, the difficulty, and whether this new Castlevania deserves the hype.

Plus, we check out Silver Pines, discuss rumors that Xbox could reconsider console exclusivity, and talk about what Microsoft needs to do to stand out in an increasingly competitive gaming market.

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00:00 - Intro

01:03 - Hellraiser: Revival Hands-On

08:17 - Silver Pines Hands-On

14:05 - GTA Launch Trailer Reactions!

24:56 - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse Reviews Surprise!

35:02 - Xbox Survey Hints at Exclusive Games

41:38 - Epic Games’ New Store is Vibe-Coded

On this week’s episode of Good Playing With You, we’re talking 25 minutes of new GTA 6 leaked footage, the growing backlash surrounding Gears of War: E-Day, and Hellraiser: Revival’s divisive reviews.

First up, GTA 6 leaks are back, and this time there’s some seriously revealing footage of Jason. We break down the latest 25-minute leak, the bizarre nudity footage, and whether any of this is actually worth watching when the game is on the horizon.

Then, Gears of War: E-Day is dividing fans. Some players are calling it one of the best Gears campaigns ever, while others feel misled by the marketing and changes to the classic formula. Are the complaints legitimate, or has the backlash spiraled into rage bait?

We dive into the Hellraiser: Revival reviews. Critics are split on whether the game delivers a genuinely terrifying survival horror experience or gets dragged down by clunky gameplay and technical issues. Did Pinhead finally get a game worth opening the box for?

Plus, Matt dives back into Helldivers 2, while Dan reveals how he used ChatGPT to build a criminal empire in GTA Online and buy a massive mansion without spending real money.

And we get into the wild Call of Duty esports drama involving longtime commentators Maven and MerK. How messy can the bro code get?

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00:00 - Intro

01:02 - Helldivers 2 Update

05:25 - Dan Beat GTA Online

11:17 - Hellraiser Review Roundup

17:39 - Gears: E-Day Pulled a Bait-and-Switch?

26:42 - GTA 6 leaker Cyberleek Returns with Nudes!

37:14 - Call of Duty Commentator Drama!

On this week’s episode of “Good Playing With You,” we’re talking Gears of War: E-Day, and the reviews are looking strong. We break down the critical response, the return to the darker tone of the original games, and some of the classic Gears features that are surprisingly missing.

Then, Matt has been playing Silent Hill Townfall, and despite some of the criticism surrounding its stealth sections, he’s having a blast. We talk about the atmosphere, terrifying monsters, puzzles, combat, and whether Townfall actually feels like a true Silent Hill game.

And then there’s Xbox Cloud Gaming. Microsoft is putting limits on streaming time, dropping support for certain devices, and reportedly looking at bringing advertisements to the service. Is cloud gaming finally starting to lose its appeal?

Plus, we discuss what Xbox needs to do to stand out, AI in game development, and where Microsoft goes from here.

00:00 - Intro

00:59 - Silent Hill Townfall Hands-On

09:54 - Moonlighter 2

13:12 - Gears of War E-Day Review Roundup

20:48 - Gears of War: E-Day Missing Classic Features

26:00 - Is Xbox Cloud Gaming Cooked?

37:11 - How Long Should Current Gen Last?

40:29 - PS5 is Getting AI Upscaling (QSSR)

On this week’s episode of "Good Playing With You," we’re talking Control Resonant reviews, Activision taking over Halo, Silent Hill: Townfall, Bungie bringing back vaulted Destiny content, and the games we’ve been playing.

First up, Control Resonant is finally here, but are the reviews enough to convince us to jump in? We break down the critical response, Remedy’s decision to move toward melee-focused combat, and why the sequel might not have the same appeal as the original Control.

Then, Activision is taking over Halo. Microsoft is shifting development of the next mainline Halo game to a new team within Activision, while Halo Studios takes on more of a support role. Is this the shakeup Halo needs?

We also dive into Silent Hill: Townfall, the second new Silent Hill game in just one year. We discuss the strong reviews, the psychological horror and atmosphere, and whether the controversial stealth sections could hold the game back.

And Bungie is making a major reversal with Destiny. Vaulted Destiny 2 content is coming back, with Bungie saying Destiny is foundational to its future. But is bringing old content back enough, or is it finally time for Destiny 3?

Plus, we talk about games we've been playing: Blood of Dawnwalker and Pokopia.

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00:00 - Intro

01:36 - Blood of Dawnwalker Hands-On

07:50 - Pokopia Hands-On

12:32 - Control Resonant Review RoundUp

18:22 - Activision Takes Over Halo

23:34 - Silent Hill Townfall Review RoundUp

31:20 - Bungie Unvaults Destiny

39:38 - Hellraiser Revival Demo Reactions

46:16 - Resident Evil Movie Review

No full episode this week. I just wanted to take a few minutes to remember Woody, thank all of you for understanding, and celebrate the little couch companions who are there with us through every win, loss, and adventure.

Woody was a world-class treat con artist, so if you’ve got a pup at home, please help him pull off one final worldwide treat scam and give them an extra treat and a little extra love today. ❤️

On this week’s episode of Good Playing With You, we’re looking at Marvel’s Wolverine review round-up and deciding whether Insomniac’s latest AAA game is living up to the hype.

Then it’s time for our candid discussion about Halloween: The Game. Is it a way better asymmetrical horror than expected?

We’re also diving into the latest Nintendo Direct, including reactions to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Metroid Ravenous, and Kirby and the World Beyond.

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00:00 - Intro

01:44 - Wolverine Review Roundup

11:20 - Halloween Review & Hands On

25:44 - Zelda Ocarina of Time Reactions

37:18 - Metroid Ravenous Reactions

43:13 - Kirby & The World Beyond Reactions

The Blood of Dawnwalker reviews are in — is the new vampire RPG actually worth it? 🩸 Plus, we react to Sony’s State of Play, Marvel’s Wolverine, Maneater 2, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance and more!

This week on Good Playing With You, Dan is joined by returning guest CGDannyB to break down The Blood of Dawnwalker review scores, its unique time system, Witcher comparisons, combat concerns, and whether Rebel Wolves has delivered one of the surprise RPG hits of the year.

Then we dive into Sony’s latest State of Play — a showcase that left us seriously underwhelmed. We talk Marvel’s Wolverine, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, Maneater 2, Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown, and the games that actually stood out.

Plus:

• PS5’s bizarre new free Live TV service — and why it feels VERY Xbox One

• Fable’s 15–20 hour main story and whether that’s actually too short

• The packed February 2027 release calendar

• Sony’s increasingly digital future

• CGDannyB talks indie games and Moonlighter 2

What do YOU think?

Is The Blood of Dawnwalker worth picking up?

Was Sony’s State of Play a disappointment?

And is 20 hours enough for Fable?

⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 - Intro

01:39 - The Blood of Dawnwalker Review Roundup

12:19 - Marvel Wolverine

16:36 - Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance

19:42 - Maneater 2

24:45 - Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown

35:24 - PS5 Gets TV?

44:03 - Fable is 20 Hours Long?!

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On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we're breaking down the massive GTA 6 Netflix special. What did we love about the footage, what didn't quite land, and what are we still desperate to see more of?

We also dive into the newly revealed RPG mechanics, eating, exercising, character progression, and all the little details Rockstar is adding to the world.

Then, we tackle the big question: How long is GTA 6 actually going to be? With Rockstar's biggest game yet on the way, what can we realistically expect from the campaign?

And finally, we talk about a GTA 6 leaker cashing out, and what it could mean for the constant stream of leaks and insider information surrounding Rockstar's biggest game.

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00:00 - Intro

01:42 - What we LOVED About GTA 6 Netflix Special

12:33 - What we HATED About GTA 6 Netflix Special

24:16 - GTA 6 Special: What We Wanted to see

31:57 - GTA 6: RPG Mechanics

40:23 - GTA 6: Game Length REVEALED

44:49 - GTA 6: Leakers Cashes Out

On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we're diving deep into the latest GTA 6 leaks and breaking down exactly what happened. How did the information get out, what systems and features were revealed, and who was behind the leak? We separate the facts from the speculation and look at what these leaks could tell us about Rockstar's plans for Grand Theft Auto VI.

Then, Marvel's Wolverine gets torn apart by the internet. With the game facing a wave of criticism online, we discuss whether the backlash is justified or if social media has blown the controversy way out of proportion.

Finally, we tackle a bigger question for the future of gaming: Could $1,000 consoles actually tank the next generation? With hardware costs continuing to rise, how expensive can consoles become before mainstream players simply stop buying them?

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00:00 - Intro

01:34 - GTA 6 Leaks!

11:44 - GTA 6: Systems and Features revealed!

18:20 - GTA 6: Who Leaked it and why

30:21 - Marvel's Wolverine Put Through the Wringer

37:36 - Could $1000 Consoles Tank Next Gen?

Think GTA 6 is the only game worth getting excited about this fall? Think again.

On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we're counting down our most anticipated games for fall 2026, and we're leaving Rockstar's massive open-world sequel completely off the list.

We're talking about Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, the return of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, and the next chapter in the Gears of War franchise. And that's only the beginning.

Plus, we got a brand-new Halloween game, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and more!

Which games made our top 10? Which ones did we leave out? And can anything actually compete with GTA 6 this fall?

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00:35 - The Blood of Dawnwalker

04:29 - Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2

08:51 - Halloween: The Game

12:00 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4

15:18 - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse

20:20 - Phantom Blade Zero

23:39 - Gears of War: E-Day

29:30 - Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV

34:08 - Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival.

39:04 - Marvel's Wolverine