NXScast

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NXScast episodes

  • Does PlayStation Make Sense for Kojima | NXScast Episode 35

    Kojima and PlayStation send the internet into a frenzy, the Oddworld creator discusses the double-edged nature of subscription services, Kingdom Hearts 4 is announced, and we take questions from you. Join us for some good discussions about current events and hear about our experience with the latest game releases.  Be sure to Like and Subscribe if you're enjoying our show!   

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    Dash - https://twitter.com/dashrevolver

    Kevin - https://twitter.com/KevinFromNXS
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy 

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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:05:14 - Whatchu been playing
    00:41:00 - Does Kojima x PlayStation make sense
    00:55:56 - Oddworld creator talks PS Plus deal
    01:13:30 - Kingdom Hearts 4 announced
    01:30:06 - Q&A: Do indie games have better writing, and NXS + RPGs
    01:41:50 - Max Payne 1+2 Remakes announced
    01:42:58 - New Tomb Raider announced
    01:44:52 - Outro

    1 hr 48 min
  • Does PlayStation Plus have to be a Game Pass Competitor? | NXScast Episode 34

    PlayStation unveiled its revamped subscription service, previously codenamed 'Spartacus' as PlayStation Plus Essential, Extra, and Premium. The crew give their thoughts on the new offerings and discuss the comparisons to Game Pass. We also talk the Breath of the Wild sequel delay, E3's cancellation, rumored Xbox Game Pass family plans, and more.

    Be sure to follow and rate us if you're enjoying our show!   

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    Kevin - https://twitter.com/KevinFromNXS
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy

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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:07:29 - Whatchu been playing
    00:30:24 - PlayStation Rumors
    00:33:38 - Spartacus Revealed
    01:03:12 - Breath of the Wild Sequel Delayed
    01:18:31 - E3 2022 Digital Event Cancelled
    01:33:36 - Xbox GamePass Family Plan
    01:43:13 - News Bites / Out This Week
    02:01:32 - Outro / Closing Thoughts

    2 hr 8 min
  • Sony Acquires Haven + A New Game in The Witcher Universe | NXScast Episode 33

    Another week and another cast! We have more gaming news to talk about! We dive in and discuss our thoughts on Sony’s acquisition of Haven Studios. Should PlayStation fans be excited about this? Should they be worried or does Sony know exactly what they’re doing? We also cover the new Witcher Saga that was just announced and CD Projekt RED’s involvement in the future of Unreal Engine 5! And finally, we discuss the rumored Ubisoft digital showcase and what games we’re excited to see from them.

    Be sure to Like and Subscribe if you're enjoying our show!

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    https://twitter.com/NXScast

    Dash - https://twitter.com/dashrevolver

    Kevin - https://twitter.com/KevinFromNXS

    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy

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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro

    00:02:56 - Whatchu Been Playing

    00:33:35 - Sony Acquires Haven Studos

    00:55:00 - New Witcher Game in Development

    01:13:16 - Rumored Ubisoft Digital Showcase

    01:20:00 - News Bites / Out This Week

    01:35:40 - Outro / Closing Thoughts

    1 hr 38 min
  • Hogwarts Legacy vs Forspoken, Which Sorcerer Game Will Deliver This Fall? | NXScast Episode 32

    Another week, another State of Play, and this time we get a grand showcase of Hogwarts Legacy. How does it stack up to other spell-casting action from games such as Forspoken and Ghostwire Tokyo? We also dive into what future game conferences could look like, the development woes at Xbox Game Studio The Initiative, Starfield Developer Diaries, and more.  

    Be sure to follow and rate us if you're enjoying our show!


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    Follow NXS on Twitter

    https://twitter.com/NXScast     

    Dash - https://twitter.com/dashrevolver

    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy

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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:07:12 - Whatchu been playing
    00:32:16 - Hogwarts Legacy
    00:54:00 - EA Play Cancelled and the State of E3
    01:09:16 - The Initiative's Development Woes
    01:25:00 - News Bites
    01:42:48 - Outro

    1 hr 49 min
  • How does FromSoftware top Elden Ring | NXScast Episode 31

    In only 3 days, Elden Ring becomes the best selling game of 2022 and beats the lifetime sales of many popular franchises. The question is, where does FromSoftware go from here? We're joined this week by our friend, Jordan LaRose of Royal City Gamescast, to discuss Elden Ring, the State of Play, PlayStation and Xbox showcases, and more.  Like and subscribe if you're enjoying our show!  

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    Check out the Royal City Gamescast

    Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/royal-city-gamescast/id1595198814
    Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0Noo6I5kdz1fzhV7mtMIxA 

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    Follow NXS on Twitter

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    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy

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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:01:21 - This week's guest, Jordan
    00:16:58 - Whatchu been playing
    00:45:00 - Elden Ring is still incredible
    01:18:23 - State of Play
    01:48:30 - News Bites and Outro

    2 hr 4 min
  • Is the Steam Deck worth buying + Elden Ring Impressions | NXScast Episode 30

    We're joined this week by Assoc Tech Editor at IGN, Taylor Lyles, to talk all things Steam Deck and Elden Ring. Does the Steam Deck need more time in the oven or is this handheld one you want to line up for at launch? Elden Ring has taken over our lives like it has most of yours, and we're excited to share our impressions of it so far. Do we think Elden Ring lives up to the hype and why is it such a phenomenon?   

    Follow and rate us 5 Stars if you're enjoying our show! 

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    https://twitter.com/TayNixster 

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    https://twitter.com/NXScast   

    Dash - https://twitter.com/dashrevolver

    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy
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    1 hr 58 min
  • Does Horizon Forbidden West Live up to the Hype? | NXScast Episode 29

    David Burdette of Gaming Trend joins us to talk about his review of Horizon Forbidden West, which we've all now had a chance to play as well. We have a spoiler-free discussion of Guerrilla's latest PS5 game and dive into its game design, graphics, presentation, writing, Dualsense features and all the details that make Forbidden West a winner. We also talk about Cyberpunk 2077's latest update, Nintendo shutting down the Wii U and 3DS stores, Martha is Dead, Uncharted movie, and more.  

    Follow and rate us if you're enjoying the show!

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    Follow David Burdette on Twitter https://twitter.com/splitend89  

    Check out Gaming Trend's YouTube Channel

    https://www.youtube.com/c/GamingTrendVideos 

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    Follow NXS on Twitter
    https://twitter.com/NXScast   

    Dash - https://twitter.com/dashrevolver

    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy 

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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:07:05 - Whatchu been playing
    00:29:00 - Giveaway winner announcement
    00:30:13 -  Horizon Forbidden West spoiler free review discussion
    01:15:10 - Cyberpunk 2077 1.5 Update
    01:23:16 - Nintendo closing the Wii U and 3DS stores in 2023
    01:27:56 - Martha is Dead
    01:35:37 - Uncharted Movie reviews
    01:40:57 - Capcom Countdown

    1 hr 51 min
  • Activision Blizzard Games are Still Coming to PlayStation | NXScast Episode 28

    Microsoft President says Activision-Blizzard games will continue coming to PlayStation. Is Xbox playing nice to win regulatory approval or are we seeing a shift in strategy around console exclusives post-acquisitions? We're joined this week by Eric of the Gaming Perspective and BRAP Podcasts to talk what the Activision-Blizzard deal means for PlayStation and Nintendo.  

    Like and Subscribe if you're enjoying our show!  

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    Follow Eric on Twitter:
    @ecjaxson  

    Check out The Gaming Perspective:

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkRtZ-ae9JjkvKSo2mROkg  

    Check out Basement Radio Arcade Podcast:

    https://www.youtube.com/c/TheBasementRadioArcadePodcastLive 

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    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy
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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:05:15 - This week's guest, Eric J
    00:15:42 - Whatchu been playing
    00:33:10 - Microsoft says Activision-Blizzard games to remain multiplatform
    00:56:17 - Off-top The Batman movie tickets
    01:00:13 - Nintendo Direct impressions
    01:23:55 - Ghostwire Tokyo showcase
    01:29:52 - Sifu reviews
    01:39:00 - GTA6 is in active development
    01:41:24 - New standalone Assassin's Creed in the works
    01:48:15 - New details on Resident Evil 4 Remake
    01:55:15 - Platinum Games wants Microsoft to revive Scalebound
    02:07:53 - Outro

    2 hr 10 min
  • PlayStation Dives Into Live Service with Bungie | NXScast Episode 27

    This week brings a great discussion with Joseph Moran, host of Trophy Room, a PlayStation Podcast, on Sony's 3.6 billion dollar acquisition of Bungie. We dive into what this does for PlayStation, as well as what Bungie gets by being acquired. Additionally, we learned that PlayStation is planning at least 10 live service games by 2026. How will this impact PlayStation's brand of excellent single-player narratives? Stick around till the end to hear Joe's review impressions of Dying Light 2 and what we all thought of Gran Turismo 7's State of Play presentation. We also answer all your questions you submitted on Twitter.

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    Follow Joseph on Twitter:
    @MrBadBit  

    Check out The Trophy Room, a PlayStation Podcast:

    https://open.spotify.com/show/23T3gqHi4tgggOVS5xCswn?si=H0oOEyPXToG6n9xv7KBL1A&dl_branch=1&nd=1

    https://www.youtube.com/c/PoliGames

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    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy

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    Timestamps
    00:00:00 - Intro (+ question from Kaedhen)
    00:06:40 - PlayStation acquires Bungie for 3.6 billion dollars
    00:25:35 - Other tech companies encroaching on gaming (question from YungFalcon)
    00:30:17 - Nintendo's reaction (question from Michael)
    00:31:30 - What does PlayStation get in Bungie (question from Nayan)
    00:43:30 - Difference in Microsoft and Sony's acquisitions (question from David Burdette)
    00:48:22 - Is Sony panic buying and are the acquisition flood gates open (question from Shinobi Bryant)
    00:53:00 - Which PlayStation IP would you want Bungie to tackle (question from The Tainted Brian)
    00:57:37 - Are we seeing PlayStation shift to multiplatform (question from Beardsley)
    01:02:20 - PlayStation to launch at least 10 live service games by 2026 (questions from Gurnico and Ryan)
    01:22:30 - Jim Ryan says expect more acquisitions (question from Wes, Nayan, and Matt)
    01:39:42 - Questions from Hunter, Drakander, Steven, Matt
    01:52:19 - Gran Turismo 7 State of Play impressions
    01:57:05 - Dying Light 2 Reviews 02:04:52 - Outro

    2 hr 11 min
  • Nintendo 2022 Special | NXScast Episode 26

    We're joined this week by two incredible guests; Barry from Nintendofuse/Switchmania Playcast/Premium Edition Games and Steven from The Great Game Debate to talk all things Nintendo. We discuss our overall thoughts on their development strategy, services, and what's to come in their next-gen hardware. We don't forget about the games! Nintendo is kicking off the year in a major way with Pokemon Legends Arceus, Triangle Strategy, and Kirby the Forgotten Land. What other big games are we anticipating in 2022 and what surprises can we expect from Nintendo? Plus hopes, dreams, and bold predictions!  

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    Follow Steven on Twitter:
    @StevenBeaumont7  

    Great Game Debate:

    https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrHHblb6tPZ0T0nIDsqKjqw
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    Follow Barry on Twitter:  
    @hawkhellfire  

    Nintendofuse:  

    http://nintendofuse.com
    http://Youtube.com/nintendofuse  

    Switchmania Playcast:

    https://premiumeditiongames.com/blogs/switchmania-playcast  

    Premium Edition Games:  

    http://premiumeditiongames.com
    https://twitch.tv/premiumeditiongames
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    Dash - https://twitter.com/dashrevolver

    Kevin - https://twitter.com/NXSKevin
    Jeremy - https://twitter.com/NXSJeremy
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    Timestamps

    00:00:00 - Intro
    00:03:00 - Special Guest: Meet Steven
    00:07:30 - Special Guest: Meet Barry
    00:17:08 - Whatchu been playing
    00:35:40 - Overall thoughts on Nintendo
    00:52:46 - Nintendo and acquisitions
    01:05:23 - The next gen Nintendo console
    01:27:28 - What we want to see from Nintendo
    01:41:41 - Breath of the Wild Sequel
    01:52:50 - The games coming to Switch in 2022
    02:03:07 - Pokemon Legends Arceus reviews and expectations
    02:12:46 - Hopes, dreams, and bold predictions
    02:20:45 - Outro, Follow our guests

    2 hr 28 min

About NXScast

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The NXScast, a gaming podcast where friends play, discuss, and dream about video games in excess.