M2 Podcast

By M2 Podcast

The M2 Podcast is intended to be built upon that niche between casual and competitive gaming. Discussions cover news related to eSports, Gaming Industry, Technology and Innovation, upcoming games, int... more

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August 07, 2026 EA Goes Private, Black Ops 2 Makes a Comeback, and Is Xbox Finally Fixing Game Preservation? S7E26
This week on the M2 Podcast, we break down one of the biggest business stories in gaming as Electronic Arts officially goes private following its acquisition by PIF, Silver Lake, and Affinity Partners, and discuss what that could mean for the future of EA's biggest franchises and AI-driven game development. We also dive into the surprising success of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2, which has become one of 2026's best-selling games 14 years after its original release, proving that nostalgia remains one of gaming's strongest forces. Plus, we explore why great indie games are becoming harder to discover in today's algorithm-driven marketplace, and discuss leaked Xbox roadmap details that hint at expanded backwards compatibility, Xbox 360 support on PC, and long-awaited disc-to-digital features that could reshape game preservation over the next few years.
0:00 Intro
1:04 Update
11:26 EA Announces Completion of Acquisition https://tinyurl.com/2wwf4xk5
23:42 Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 Is One of 2026's Best Selling Games https://tinyurl.com/52b8mcmu
32:41 The industry makes great games https://tinyurl.com/mr2kja7z
50:44 Xbox's Plans For Backwards Compatibility https://tinyurl.com/bdf5j34j
1:01:15 Outro
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1h 6min
July 31, 2026 The End of Physical Games? Nintendo Stands Alone, Retro Gold, and the Future of Modding S7E25
This week on the M2 Podcast, we break down one of the biggest shifts in gaming history as PlayStation confirms the end of physical game discs in 2028 and rumors suggest Xbox could be following the same path, leaving Nintendo as the last major champion of physical media. We also dive into the incredible discovery of 97 previously unknown Super Mario Bros./Duck Hunt NES cartridges hidden away in a Wisconsin warehouse, discuss Nexus Mods' ambitious vision to revolutionize the modding ecosystem, examine growing concerns over restrictive side-project clauses affecting game developers and creativity, and close with EA's record $38.6 million CEO compensation package following a year of franchise success, AI adoption, and studio layoffs. Whether you're into retro collecting, industry business, PC modding, or the future of game ownership, this episode has something for every gamer.
0:00 Intro
0:58 Updates
16:23 Unreleased Version of Super Mario Discovered in a Warehouse https://tinyurl.com/pvaf8s4p
30:56 Nexus Mods owners reflect on modding hassle https://tinyurl.com/4cav3jnt
40:32 Developers discuss the pain of side work clauses https://tinyurl.com/4syepk89
1:03:19 EA boss awarded $38.6M https://tinyurl.com/3ru2r9nj
1:13:37 Outro
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1h 18min
July 24, 2026 Discord Chaos, Xbox Cuts, and Nintendo's Big Screen Strategy S7E24
This week on the M2 Podcast, we break down one of the wildest weeks in gaming. We discuss Discord's massive moderation failure that mistakenly banned thousands of users for sharing innocent Minecraft and chessboard screenshots, Nintendo's growing strategy of aligning game releases with its blockbuster movie universe, and Microsoft's sweeping Xbox restructuring that includes 3,200 layoffs as the company fights to reset its gaming business. We also examine Hasbro's changing gaming ambitions after writing down $56 million in canceled projects and what it says about the risks of AAA game development in today's industry. Join us as we separate the headlines from the hype and explore what these stories mean for gamers and the future of the industry.
0:00 Intro
1:30 Updates
7:17 Discord Banned 8,000 Users https://tinyurl.com/9uzedcnt
16:32 Nintendo games were created with the Mario movies in mind https://tinyurl.com/3kjf9cdj
26:43 Xbox Boss Announces 3,200 Layoffs https://tinyurl.com/4hx4xdnd
43:45 Hasbro’s Big Gaming Strategy Is Falling Apart https://tinyurl.com/mvb25b3f
59:50 Outro
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1h 2min
July 02, 2026 The Death of Physical Games? RAM Price Scandals, Digital Ownership, and Gaming's Uncertain Future S7E23
This week on the M2 Podcast, we dive into one of the biggest shifts the gaming industry has seen in years. We discuss the lawsuit accusing Samsung, SK Hynix, and Micron of manipulating RAM supply and how soaring memory costs are driving up prices for Xbox consoles, PCs, and gaming hardware across the board. We also break down the growing fight over digital ownership as publishers argue private game servers are piracy while consumer advocates push to preserve purchased games. Then we examine Sony's decision to end physical PlayStation game discs in 2028, Microsoft's rumored all-digital Xbox future, and whether Nintendo could become the last major platform keeping physical games alive. It's a deep dive into where gaming is headed—and what these changes mean for players, collectors, and the future of game ownership.
0:00 Intro
0:50 Updates
06:50 RAM manufacturers have been sued https://tinyurl.com/5rhbyn3v
16:25 The video game industry told lawmakers private servers are illegal piracy https://tinyurl.com/2e7z5nfa
29:30 disc production ending in January 2028 for PlayStation consoles https://tinyurl.com/k3t6x7m9
38:40 Nintendo May Be The Last Bastion Of Physical Games https://tinyurl.com/43w3eskm
49:30 Outro
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54min
June 26, 2026 The $800 Xbox, GTA 6's $100 Paywall, and the Future of Gaming Hardware S7E22
This week on the M2 Podcast, we break down Microsoft's shocking Xbox price increases that push the Series X to nearly $800 and what it means for the future of console gaming. We also dive into Rockstar's controversial GTA 6 Ultimate Edition, where exclusive in-game shops are locked behind a $100 price tag, sparking debate across the gaming community. Plus, Epic Games reveals it has paid over $1 billion to creators through Fortnite's Unreal Editor ecosystem, highlighting the growing power of user-generated content. Finally, we discuss Valve's new Steam Machine, its premium design, console-level performance, and whether PC gaming may become the best alternative as console prices continue to climb. Join us as we explore the changing economics of gaming and what these industry shifts mean for players going forward.
0:00 Intro
1:55 Update
8:52 Microsoft Announces Price Rises for Xbox Series X and S https://tinyurl.com/2j4x5623
23:38 Epic Games Has Paid Out Over $1 Billion to Indie Creators https://tinyurl.com/ynkzf6ht
28:49 ‘GTA 6’ Is Putting In-Game Stores Behind A $100 Paywall https://tinyurl.com/2ff4yvjf
41:13 Steam Machine: Beautiful Hardware, Console Performance https://tinyurl.com/3r742r73
59:00 Outro
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1h 2min
June 19, 2026 Xbox Chaos, GTA 6 Hype & The Future of AAA Gaming S7E21
This week on the M2 Podcast, we break down one of the biggest weeks in gaming news. We discuss reports that Xbox may have already planned to split from Ninja Theory despite revealing Senua at the Xbox Games Showcase, raising questions about Microsoft's studio strategy. We also take a look at Empulse, the new Titanfall-inspired shooter hoping to win back player trust after the rocky launch of Splitgate 2. On the industry side, Capcom reveals why its team-first development philosophy has fueled one of gaming's biggest success stories, and we debate whether other publishers should follow suit. Finally, we dive into the massive anticipation surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI as Rockstar officially announces preorder dates, setting the stage for what could become the biggest game launch in entertainment history. Join us as we separate the hype from reality and explore what these stories mean for the future of gaming.
0:00 Intro
0:51 Updates
11:54 Report: Xbox Planned To 'Sunset Or Split With' Ninja Theory https://tinyurl.com/3x2vz7kw
23:11 We’re never getting Titanfall 3 but the next best thing is here https://tinyurl.com/mrywfzte
34:40 Capcom: Betting On Teams Instead Of Visionaries Changed The Company https://tinyurl.com/e6shva38
45:11 Rockstar confirms when GTA 6 preorders go live https://tinyurl.com/4by79dv2
58:08 Outro

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1h 1min
June 12, 2026 Xbox Went Nuclear, Nintendo Dropped Zelda, & Is Gaming Finally Back? S7E20
This week on the M2 Podcast, we break down one of the biggest weeks in gaming as Summer Game Fest, Xbox Showcase, and Nintendo Direct all brought major heat. We dive into Xbox’s stacked lineup featuring Persona 6, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Gears of War: E-Day, and a first look at Modern Warfare 4’s DMZ mode, while Nintendo shocked fans with the long-rumored Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Kingdom Hearts 4, and a loaded Switch 2 roadmap. We also recap Summer Game Fest’s biggest reveals, from Resident Evil Veronica and Final Fantasy VII Revelation to TMNT: The Last Ronin, Guild Wars 3, and the surprise return of Cuphead. With nonstop reveals and major franchises making a comeback, we ask the big question: are we entering gaming’s next golden era?
0:00 Intro
0:37 Update
12:18 Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026 https://tinyurl.com/2tw8k3xj
34:51 Everything Announced at Nintendo Direct June 2026 https://tinyurl.com/mra3d36j
53:38 Everything Announced at Xbox Games Showcase 2026 https://tinyurl.com/mr3buu3k
01:03:50 Outro
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1h 10min
June 06, 2026 Trust Issues, Destiny’s Last Stand & Summer Game Fest Madness S7E19
This week on the podcast, we dive into Embracer Group’s redemption arc—or at least its attempt at one—as CEO Phil Rogers asks gamers and developers to trust the company again after years of studio closures, layoffs, and controversial acquisitions, while still leaving the door open for future buyouts. We also break down the growing movement inside the Destiny 2 community as players rally to shatter concurrent player records in a last-ditch message to Sony and Bungie following news that major support for the game is ending. Plus, we unpack the biggest reveals from PlayStation’s June State of Play, including God of War: Laufey, Marvel’s Wolverine, and surprise sequels, before looking ahead to the packed Summer Game Fest 2026 schedule and the announcements that could define the next year of gaming.
0:00 Intro
1:07 Updates
13:09 CEO Wants You All To Trust Embracer https://tinyurl.com/2wym47s9
21:14 ‘Destiny 2’ Players Try To Break Playercount https://tinyurl.com/mr2bp6dc
32:48 PlayStation's State of Play June 2026 https://tinyurl.com/yrfzcc92
1:05:30 Summer Game Fest Complete 2026 guide https://tinyurl.com/bbb63xr7
1:17:21 Outro
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1h 22min
May 29, 2026 Witchers, Wallets & Worlds: Gaming’s Unexpected Power Moves
This week on the podcast, we break down one of the biggest surprises in gaming as The Witcher 3 gets a brand-new expansion, Songs of the Past, a full 11 years after launch—raising questions about what it means for The Witcher 4 timeline and CD Projekt Red’s long-term strategy. We also dive into Valve’s controversial Steam Deck price hike, discussing whether the beloved handheld is pricing itself out of its sweet spot and what it could mean for the future of the rumored Steam Machine. Then, we explore Warhorse Studios’ ambitious open-world Lord of the Rings RPG, why Kingdom Come: Deliverance fans should be excited, and whether this could finally be the immersive Middle-earth game fans have always wanted. Finally, we close with 007: First Light, the highest-rated James Bond game in nearly three decades, and whether IO Interactive may have just built the future of Bond gaming.
0:00 Intro
0:41 Update
15:08 ‘The Witcher 3’ Revealed Expansion https://tinyurl.com/27ntd8tu
25:55 Steam Deck Price Increase Announced by Valve https://tinyurl.com/4m2apnmf
38:53 Lord of the Rings Open World RPG https://tinyurl.com/3h935kf8
47:21 007: First Light is the Highest-Rated James Bond Game in 30 Years https://tinyurl.com/fw3tssd6
55:18 Outro
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May 15, 2026 Marathon’s Make-or-Break Future, GTA 6 Hype, and Fortnite’s Overwatch
In this episode, we break down Bungie’s ambitious long-term roadmap for Marathon as the studio attempts to reverse declining player numbers with new PvE modes, casual-friendly experiences, and major progression overhauls aimed at broadening the game’s audience. We also dive into Ubisoft turning Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced into a real-world $500,000 pirate treasure hunt, Rockstar fans speculating about an imminent GTA 6 trailer after Best Buy’s pre-order leak, and Blizzard officially bringing Overwatch heroes into Fortnite in one of the biggest crossover events of the year. From extraction shooters evolving under pressure to gaming’s growing obsession with live-service engagement and blockbuster marketing spectacles, this episode covers the biggest shifts shaping the industry right now.
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1:08 Update
8:28 Marathon Reveals Blueprint https://tinyurl.com/cyrej3up
17:39 Black Flag Resynced Has a Real-Life Treasure Hunt https://tinyurl.com/4mc76zbf
32:18 GTA 6 pre-orders next week https://tinyurl.com/3ppm4u4f
40:16 Overwatch is officially coming to Fortnite https://tinyurl.com/nhdtx42z
50:46 Outro
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