Nintendo has unveiled the next iteration of their latest console. The Nintendo Switch Lite is the handheld answer to those who don’t need the full “Switch” capabilities of the original Nintendo Switch. Though the handheld is $100 cheaper than its predecessor, it loses a number of features in favor of that cheaper price tag. The question is, though it’s a great entry price, is the $200 handheld only Switch Lite worth it? And if so, who exactly is this audience for this new Switch iteration?

Game of Thrones is officially over with its 8th and final season coming to a close. So this week on the HPCritical Podcast, Marissa, David, and Toby sit down to talk about their thoughts, feelings, and yes, their complaints about season 8. We discuss the writing and characters at length, how we all felt about the final episode and the person who won the Iron Throne. But be warned! This podcast contains spoilers for any who have not watched all of the episodes of the last ever season of Game of Thrones.

It's almost that time of year again. #E32019 is fast approaching, and everyone here at HPCritical can barely contain their excitement. With the imminent "gamer's Christmas" on the horizon, we decide to take a look at Microsoft this week, delving into what we think their press conference will hold. Microsoft is in such a unique position this year without their direct opposition Sony holding a place at the biggest gaming conference. What will it take for Microsoft to win E3? What can we expect and what would they need to make a comeback and once again reign supreme in the gaming stratosphere? We discuss all this and more on this episode of HPCritical. Check it out!

With Critical Mode finally being released through the latest update for Kingdom Hearts 3, we decided to take the time and discuss how we felt about the beloved franchise after completing the saga that brought us the partnership between Sora, Donald & Goofy. Join our host Jerel, as he chats with David, Kristie, and Brandon about all things Kingdom Hearts 3 in part one of our Kingdom Hearts in review.