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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

This week we break down the Beast of Reincarnation review roundup before sharing our own hands-on impressions. Does this highly anticipated action RPG live up to the early hype, and is it shaping up to be one of the year's biggest releases?

Next, we dive into the latest GTA 6 news. A former Rockstar developer says another delay can't be ruled out, while Rockstar has also announced an extended preview of the game on Netflix. We discuss what fans can expect, whether the marketing campaign is finally kicking into high gear, and why the preview's rollout has already sparked controversy.

Then, we discuss new comments suggesting Xbox remains committed to supporting physical discs, even as the industry continues shifting toward an all-digital future. What does that mean for collectors and the future of game ownership?

Finally, we look at Halo's PlayStation debut and ask whether the iconic franchise is struggling to find an audience on Sony's platform. Is this just a slow start, or does it reveal a bigger challenge for Xbox's multiplatform strategy?

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00:00 - Intro

01:14 - Beast of Reincarnation Hands-On

12:16 - GTA 6 Event on... Netflix!?

17:59 - GTA 6 on Netflix Gets Rough Fan Reaction

18:44 - GTA 6 Could Face Another Delay?!

30:34 - Xbox To Support Physical Media Next Gen?

42:41 - Halo Sales Tanking on PlayStation?

On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we share our reactions to the latest Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer gameplay, discussing the horde mode, what's changed, and whether it looks to be shaping up to be the next great Gears experience.

Next, we break down the frustrating week for gamers as both Xbox and PlayStation suffered major outages. What caused the disruptions, how did each platform respond, and what do these incidents say about the future of digital gaming?

We also discuss PlayStation's fan-led "Blackout Week", where players are urged not to log into PS for entire week. Is the movement gaining momentum, or is it unlikely to make a difference?

Then, we dive into the latest GTA 6 Trailer 3 speculation. Between insider teases, Rockstar website updates, and the upcoming Take-Two investor call, are all the signs pointing to a brand-new trailer?

Finally, we examine reports that Xbox Game Pass could eventually lose its Day 1 releases. Would such a change reshape the value of Game Pass, or is Day 1 access still essential to Xbox's strategy?

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00:00 - Intro

02:28 - Gears: E-Day Multiplayer Reactions

11:23 - Xbox & PlayStation Go Down This Past Week

17:38 - PlayStation "Blackout Week" Boycott

26:22 - GTA 6 Trailer 3 Incoming?!

40:14 - Will XBOX Game Pass Stop Day 1 Releases?

On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we have the Halo: Campaign Evolved review roundup and discuss whether this latest take on Halo lives up to the hype. Is it a must-play for longtime fans, or does it appear to miss the mark?

Next, we talk about Amazon Luna going free and what the move means for cloud gaming. Could this be the push Luna needs to attract a larger audience?

We also discuss Xbox testing ads in its game streaming service. Are these the future of subscription gaming, or the beginning of a slippery slope for Game Pass users?

Then, we dive into the recent STALKER 2 Xbox exclusivity drama, breaking down the conflicting claims about Microsoft's involvement and what the studio had to say to set the record straight.

Finally, we share our reactions to Marathon's Vault Breakers mode after spending time with it, and close out the show with our thoughts on the brand-new Resident Evil trailer.

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00:00 - Intro

01:17 - Halo Campaign Evolved Review Roundup

10:42 - Luna Game Streaming Goes Free on Prime

22:54 - Xbox Testing Ads on Game Streaming

32:20 - STALKER 2 Xbox Exclusive Drama

40:10 - Harsh Marathon Vault Breakers Reactions

50:03 - Resident Evil Trailer 2 Reactions

Today we dive into the latest Nintendo Switch 2 OLED rumors and discuss whether a new upgraded model could be hitting the shelves earlier than expected.

Then, we share our first impressions of Palworld 1.0. After its massive early success, does the full release have enough good stuff to keep players coming back?

We also talk about our experience with the new Steam Controller, including how it feels, what games we're playing with it, and whether Valve's latest hardware is changing the way we play on PC.

Next, we look at how Steam continues to dominate gaming revenue, and why older games are playing a huge role in keeping the platform successful. What does Steam's long-term success say about the future of game sales?

We also discuss Overwatch Stadium support coming to an end, and what it means for Blizzard's plans moving forward.

Finally, we break down the latest comments from a Doom developer taking a shot at Microsoft, and what it says about the changing landscape of the gaming industry.

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00:00 - Intro

01:00 - New Switch 2 Version Rumors

07:11 - Palworld 1.0 Has Amazing Comeback!

15:43 - Is AC Creed Really Any Good?

21:08 - New Steam Controller Review

28:46 - Steam's 11B Revenue So Far & Older Games Drive It

39:11 - Overwatch Stadium Support Coming to End

45:09 - Doom Dev Shades Microsoft Hard

Today we break down the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced review roundup and discuss whether Ubisoft's latest release lives up to the hype. Is it a return to form, or another mixed outing for the publisher?

Then, Palworld 1.0 is finally here, and we ask the big question: Are you going back? We talk about everything that's changed since launch and whether the full release is enough to bring players back.

We also discuss the growing PlayStation Plus cancellation movement, as some fans attempt to protest Sony's decision to end physical game discs. Can players actually influence Sony by voting with their wallets, or are analysts right that the company is simply waiting for the backlash to fade?

Next, reports suggest Obsidian could be working on a brand-new Fallout game, while we also unpack the latest Xbox restructuring and what it means for the future of Microsoft's studios and first-party lineup.

Finally, we discuss new details surrounding Crimson Desert, including why a multiplayer mode could still be in the cards despite previous expectations.

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00:00 - Intro

01:22 - Black Flag Review Roundup

13:27 - Palworld 1.0 - Are you going back?

19:16 - Sony Waiting Out Fan Backlash?

32:37 - Xbox Restructure is CRAZY PANTS

41:45 - Obsidian Working on New Fallout Game

49:11 - Crimson Desert Could Still Go Multiplayer

PlayStation is ending physical game discs by 2028, and the future of game ownership is getting messy. We react to Sony going digital only, what it means for collectors, lending games, preservation, GameStop, GameFly, and whether players really own anything anymore.

Then we break down the latest GTA 6 preorder drama. Reports suggest most players are choosing the $100 Ultimate Edition, raising a huge question: is Grand Theft Auto 6 about to make premium game pricing the new normal? We also discuss the growing expectation that GTA 6 may launch at 30 FPS on consoles.

Plus, a mysterious rating may have leaked Metroid Ravenous, possibly revealing Nintendo’s next big 2D Metroid game before the official announcement.

From PlayStation’s digital-only future to GTA 6 pricing, GTA 6 performance rumors, and the new Metroid leak, we cover a huge week in gaming news.

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00:00 - Intro

01:23 - Sony Ends Discs in 2028

10:03 - Would You Quit PlayStation Over Discs?

11:56 - Xbox To End Discs in 2028 Too?

16:15 - Is the Real Issue Here Ownership?

23:13 - What Happens to GameStop & Other Business?

32:40 - GTA 6 Ultimate Version Huge Sales

36:45 - GTA 6 to be 30 FPS?

43:47 - New Metroid Game Leaked?

GTA 6 preorders are finally here, and Rockstar already has fans arguing. We break down the preorder chaos, the controversial disc-less edition, the premium bundles, and whether Grand Theft Auto 6 is pushing game prices too far.

Then Valve reveals the price of the new Steam Machine, and we ask the big question: is this the future of PC gaming in the living room, or is the Steam Machine already dead on arrival?

Plus, Xbox is raising prices again. From consoles and accessories to subscriptions, Microsoft keeps getting more expensive, and gamers are not happy. We dig into the latest Xbox price hike, why Microsoft says it’s happening, and whether Xbox is making the same mistakes all over again.

Finally, we wrap up with what we’ve been playing lately.

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00:00 - Intro

01:53 - GTA 6 is Digital Only?!

08:41 - Is GTA 6 Ultimate Edition for $100 the "Complete" Game?

13:04 - Will You Preorder GTA 6 & Which Version?

15:42 - Where is GTA 6 Online?!

22:20 - Steam Machine Price Reactions

28:59 - Is Steam Machine DOA?

34:44 - What Happens to "Next Gen" Consoles Now?

39:43 - Xbox's Shocking Price Increases

49:14 - Solarpunk, Marathon, Pokepia and more!

GTA 6 is getting closer, and Rockstar’s latest moves have us asking some huge questions. We break down the new GTA Online update, the free current-gen upgrade, what it could mean for GTA 6 Online, and how expensive Grand Theft Auto 6 might actually be when pre-orders go live.

Then Chad Concelmo joins us to talk all things The Adventures of Elliot, Square Enix’s new HD-2D action RPG. We dig into the Zelda-like inspiration, the demo, real-time combat, exploration, fairy companion, world design, and why this could be one of the summer’s most exciting RPGs.

Finally, Xbox chaos continues. Game Pass lost millions of subscribers after the price hike, Xbox exclusives are now being handled “case by case,” and more studio closures may be on the way. We break down what Microsoft is doing wrong, why Xbox keeps creating its own bad headlines, and what it needs to do to actually save the brand.

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00:00 - Intro

01:25 - GTA Online Free Upgrade & New Heist

09:10 - Will GTAO Transfer to GTAO 6?

10:39 - GTA Pre-Order Speculation

18:26 - Adventures of Elliot Reviews

33:10 - Xbox Lost "Millions" of Subs With GP Price Hike

41:11 - Xbox Exclusivity "Case by Case"

46:13 - Xbox Closing and Selling Studios

Nintendo's latest Direct gave us plenty to talk about.

We break down the biggest reveals from the showcase, including Final Fantasy Resonance, Kingdom Hearts IV, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Xenoblade Genesis, and a controversial new look at The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time.

Joining us this week is Chad Concelmo from Square Enix, who shares his perspective on Final Fantasy Resonance, Kingdom Hearts IV, and what these announcements could mean for longtime fans. We're also joined by returning guest Nick Coffman from Smashing Game Time to help us sort through the biggest winners, surprises, and disappointments from the show.

Did Nintendo show enough Zelda? Is Final Fantasy Resonance one of the most exciting announcements of the year? And which game earned our Best of Show award?

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00:00 - Intro

01:09 - Final Fantasy Resonance

08:13 - Kingdom Hearts IV

13:31 - Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave

17:26 - Xenoblade Genesis

22:22 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

35:11 - Nintendo Show Review

42:21 - Best Game of the Show