The Xbox 360 turns 20 years old, and we have a lot of memories of Microsoft's most successful console. Plus, The Game Awards nominees for 2025 are out and we have some questions. And, lastly, there's some exclusive Ubisoft news on a couple of games fans are excited about.

It's Episode 40 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast! Join Mike Straw, Grant Taylor-Hill, and Albert Perkins as they talk about the latest in gaming news that you need to know.

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Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's launch is here, and it's been a mixed bag. Plus, Steam is launching three new pieces of hardware include a Steam Console and there are possibly more issues for Ubisoft.Oh, and there's a big thing to celebrate: The release of the Insider Gaming App, out now for Android and coming next week to iOS.

It's Episode 39 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast! Join Mike Straw, Tom Henderson, Grant Taylor-Hill, and Albert Perkins as they talk about the latest in gaming that you need to know.

Grand Theft Auto 6 (GTA 6) has been delayed yet again in a move many seemingly expected. But what was the reason? Also, Square Enix is laying off staff and wants QA to be handled by AI while Arc Raiders is one of the most acclaimed games of the year, but why?

It's Episode 38 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast! Join Mike Straw, Tom Henderson, Grant Taylor-Hill, and Albert Perkins as they talk about the latest in gaming that you need to know.

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Battlefield’s new Battle Royale mode, REDSEC, is finally here, and we have thoughts. We’re breaking down our first impressions, what works, what doesn’t, and whether it’s the future of the franchise.

Meanwhile, there are more rumors surrounding the future of Xbox in what feels like it could be a last-ditch effort to save the brand. And Amazon Games just cut staff, and multiple projects have been hit — including New World and another major upcoming title. Oh, and there's a major Insider Gaming announcement as well!

It’s Episode 37 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast.

Microsoft’s recent decisions might be doing more harm than good for Xbox, Battlefield 6 is in the middle of a major overhaul, and Ubisoft is once again restructuring and laying off staff. In Episode 36 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast, hosts Mike Straw, Tom Henderson, Grant Taylor-Hill, and Albert Perkins break down what all of this means for the gaming industry’s biggest players.

From behind-the-scenes insights to bold predictions, the crew discusses where things might be headed next — and, as always, answers your questions live.

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Battlefield is back in a big way with Battlefield 6's success, major changes are happening at Ubisoft, and there's more resistance to EA's sale. This is Episode 35 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast with Mike Straw, Tom Henderson, Albert Perkins, and Grant Taylor-Hill.Other Topics on this week's show include: Halo voice actor teasing "big news" and more!Don't forget to like and subscribe! And join the Insider Gaming Discord: https://discord.gg/Bhv3AMa5a9

Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 is officially ending skill-based matchmaking (SBMM) at launch and is reintroducing persistent multiplayer lobbies. Also, an Assassin's Creed game was canceled for the worst reasons, a new Lord of the Rings Game, and more on Xbox's latest drama. It's Episode 34 of Insider Gaming Weekly: A Video Game Podcast

EA has been sold to a group of private investors, and the future of Xbox is uncertain after Microsoft raised Game Pass prices again. PLUS exclusive gaming news on PlayStation's future. It's Episode 33 of Insider Gaming Weekly with Mike Straw, Grant Taylor-Hill, Tom Henderson, and Albert Perkins.

The PlayStation State of Play and Xbox Showcase have taken place, but were they a disappointment or a success for fans? It's Episode 32 of Insider Gaming Weekly with Mike Straw, Tom Henderson, Grant Taylor-Hill, and Albert Perkins.

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A PlayStation State of Play is rumored to be coming soon, and there's more Battlefield 6 news. It's Episode 30 of Insider Gaming Weekly with Mike Straw, Tom Henderson, and Grant Taylor-Hill.Don't forget to subscribe and rate. Chapters coming soon.