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Mafia: The Old Country Impressions & Everything from Gamescom ONL

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We discuss our first impressions of Mafia: The Old Country, the fourth entry in the series; we also take a look at everything that was announced during Gamescom - Opening Night Live 2025.

Show Dot Points

  • The hosts express excitement about the upcoming release of Hollow Knight: Silksong.
  • Gamescom showcased a variety of new games and trailers, generating buzz among fans.
  • Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 aims to innovate with a new campaign structure.
  • The Lego Batman game promises to incorporate elements from various Batman media.
  • Anime adaptations of video games are becoming more common, with mixed reactions from fans.
  • The Fallout series continues to expand with a new season, delving deeper into character backstories.
  • The hosts share their thoughts on the Deadpool VR game and its potential success.
  • Zero Parades is generating interest despite concerns about the development team.
  • The Unbeatable game combines music and narrative in a unique way.
  • Overall, the conversation highlights the evolving landscape of video games and their adaptations. Silent Hill F showcases a new direction for the franchise.
  • The Divine Comedy offers a unique art style and gameplay experience.
  • Vampire: The Masquerade- Bloodlines 2 has faced numerous delays but remains highly anticipated.
  • Game trailers reveal a mix of horror, RPG, and action elements.
  • Mafia: The Old Country returns to a more narrative-driven style of gameplay.
  • The importance of character development in engaging players.
  • The evolution of gaming genres is evident in upcoming titles.
  • Game announcements create excitement and anticipation among fans.
  • The balance between gameplay mechanics and storytelling is crucial.
  • The hosts share personal insights and humour throughout the discussion.
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    Hosts:

    Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
    Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
    Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

    Resources

    • Kirby Air Riders Release Date Has Been Revealed Alongside A Heap Of New Info
    • Gamescom Opening Night Live 2025: All the Announcements and Trailers - Explosion Network
    • https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2025/08/22/hollow-knight-silksong-just-got-a-release-date-and-its-just-a-few-weeks-away/

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      • Music by: Dylan Blight
      • Art by: Cherie Henriques
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