Plugged 71 kicks off with something truly rare—gamers are happy. No, seriously.Oblivion Remastered might actually be good. With a solid $49.99 price tag on Steam, full DLC included on Game Pass, and glowing reviews all around, Bethesda may have pulled off the impossible—earning gamer goodwill in 2025. Plus, the modding community is already flooding the gates with over 70 new creations.Meanwhile, Counter-Strike 2 skins are mooning. The CS skin economy has officially ballooned to $4.5 billion, making them more stable than some cryptocurrencies. We talk bubbles, AK prices, and whether you should diversify your portfolio into… pixels.Switch 2 hype is real, with over 2.2 million Japanese buyers already committed. Demand is so high it’s exceeding Nintendo’s projections before we even have a release date.YouTube turns 20, and we look back on the legendary first upload—and the Easter eggs hidden across the site.Snack Wraps are back, and McDonald’s just confirmed the long-lost McChicken Strips are returning too. Slummy was right all along.It’s a week of comebacks, collectibles, and chicken-based prophecies. Let’s plug in.MarkstromTwitch -   / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Domhttps://www.lts.mediaInstagram - Dom.Fillari

In this week’s episode of Plugged, we recap our Gamer’s Outreach experience before diving into the chaos and curiosity dominating the gaming world:Bungie’s Marathon reveal has the internet completely split—will it be the next big thing or another Concord-tier flop? Mark weighs in on the mixed signals, lore questions, and those… not-so-real “keys.”Bethesda’s out here shaking the change jar, quietly dropping an Oblivion remaster next week. Is this the cash grab of the year, or are we heading back to Cyrodiil in style?In possibly the most unhinged story of the week, Ligma might become an actual disease after an H3 caller gets diagnosed with a real, unnamed condition.Fast Food Corner is back with the return of the Snack Wrap at McDonald’s and… KFC chicken-flavored toothpaste (which is, of course, already sold out).And in space news, Katy Perry is now technically an astronaut, launching into orbit with an all-female Blue Origin crew. We break down what this means for the future of civilian space travel—and pop music in zero gravity.It’s chaos, co-op, and chicken wraps. Plug in.MarkstromTwitch -   / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Domhttps://www.lts.mediaInstagram - Dom.Fillari

This week on Plugged, Mark kicks things off by basking in the glory of winning a Natty—go Gators! Then we dive into the latest in gaming news and madness:An indie dev made a game so good it’s being sued. We’re talking about Schedule 1, the solo-developed drug-dealing sim that’s currently under legal fire—possibly for outshining its competitors.The Nintendo Switch 2 might be getting a powerful new feature: game cartridges that taste like regret.The Minecraft Movie absolutely dominates the box office, viral chicken jockeys and all.Twitch is caught in yet another mess, this time for paying out permanently banned streamers, sparking a wave of refunded subscriptions and confused creators.And in our latest Keepin’ Tabs update, that one wild company trying to revive the Tasmanian Tiger? Yeah, they may have just bred actual dire wolves.MarkstromTwitch -  markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom⁠https://www.lts.media⁠Instagram - Dom.Fillari

Gamers, regulators, and even the EU are heated this week—so let’s dive in. The Swedish Consumers Association just went after Star Stable Online, kicking off a coordinated EU enforcement action over manipulative in-game currency practices targeting children. Time-limited offers, unclear pricing, and influencer abuse? The EU is finally fed up—and in-game currency might never be the same.In better union news, the Communications Workers of America just launched United Video Game Workers, a brand-new industry-wide union for U.S. and Canadian devs. As layoffs hit an all-time high, this could be the biggest shift in game labor rights we’ve seen in years.Over in Nintendo Land, we break down the latest Nintendo Direct announcements and what they mean for the Switch 2 and beyond. Spoiler alert: it’s a mixed bag.Meanwhile… Napster’s back? Yep, the zombie music platform just sold for $207 million to a metaverse company trying to create 3D concert hangouts. Did they buy nostalgia, or do they know something we don’t?Also: Bezos is trying to buy TikTok to prevent another ban (because why not), and beneath the pyramids of Giza, new underground structures have been found that have conspiracy theorists (and honestly, us) asking one question: Are the aliens already here?This episode is loaded with ancient mysteries, digital resurrections, labor power moves, and corporate chaos. Plug in.MarkstromTwitch -  markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom⁠https://www.lts.media⁠Instagram - Dom.Fillari

In this episode of Plugged, we take a look at game studios on both ends of the spectrum—those who redeem themselves and those who keep dropping the ball—along with major tech and food industry shakeups:No Man’s Sky Keeps Delivering: After a disastrous launch, No Man’s Sky continues its long road to redemption with yet another massive update. Can live service games actually get it right in the long run?Ubisoft… Just Why? Assassin’s Creed: Shadows is delayed yet again, but don’t worry—their first DLC is already in the works before the base game even launches. Why do AAA studios keep pulling this?Nvidia 5000 Series Benchmarks Are In: Are these new GPUs a true upgrade over the 4080/4090, or just marketing hype? The early numbers spark a debate.Ring’s Home Security Drone: Would you trust a flying security drone to patrol your home when you’re not there? It’s not sci-fi—it’s real.Beer Can Chicken Pringles?! Pringles and Miller Lite team up for one of the weirdest snack flavors yet. Will it be a game-changer or a disaster?China’s ‘Artificial Sun’ Breaks a Record: The latest breakthrough in nuclear fusion keeps plasma burning for over 1,000 seconds. Is unlimited clean energy closer than we think?Join us as we break down the latest in gaming, tech, and bizarre food collabs!MarkstromTwitch -  / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom

In this week's episode of Plugged, we tackle gaming’s hot topics, unexpected twists, and some cosmic surprises:GTA 6 Price Controversy: Take-Two’s potential move to set a $100 price tag for the highly-anticipated GTA 6 has gamers on edge. Will this redefine the cost of AAA games, or is it just a cash grab amidst spiraling development costs?TikTok's Quick Comeback: Just days after its U.S. shutdown, TikTok is back with a lifeline and new terms. What’s the next move for the social media giant?Elon Musk and Game Boosting Drama: Musk finally admits to account boosting in Path of Exile 2 and Diablo 4. Does this change the narrative around the “world’s best Diablo player”?Netflix Price Hikes: More subscribers, more content, higher prices—Netflix’s latest subscription increase has us questioning if streaming is just becoming the new cable.NASA's Lunar Perspective: A satellite a million miles away captures a stunning view of the Moon crossing Earth. Is this proof the Moon isn’t flat?Pokémon x McDonald’s Mania: A limited-edition Pokémon TCG set in Happy Meals sparks scalper chaos and soaring prices online.Join us as we break down these stories, laugh at the absurdities, and dive into what’s next for gamers, tech enthusiasts, and space dreamers alike!MarkstromTwitch -  / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom

In this episode of Plugged, we dive into some of the most fascinating, bizarre, and thought-provoking stories of the week:Nintendo Switch 2 Revealed: Nintendo’s worst-kept secret finally goes official. With launch titles like Mario Kart 9 and Red Dead Redemption 2 in tow, is the Switch 2 shaping up to be a game-changer—or just more of the same?SteamOS Expands: Lenovo jumps into the handheld gaming market with a new SteamOS device. Is the Switch about to face some serious competition?Doom on a PDF: The community that runs Doom on anything is back with their wildest project yet—a fully playable version inside a PDF file.TikTok's Final Countdown: With a US ban going into effect this week, TikTok bids farewell to American markets. What’s next for creators and users?Google's Quantum Leap: The Willow quantum chip solved a problem in minutes that would take supercomputers septillions of years. Did Google accidentally stumble into the multiverse?Biohacking Gone Wrong: Tech millionaire Bryan Johnson stops taking an anti-aging drug after it’s found to accelerate aging instead. Is biohacking the future—or just a bizarre experiment?Tune in for all this, plus thoughts on quantum computing, biohacking trends, and whether TikTok’s absence will leave a void—or a sigh of relief!MarkstromTwitch -  / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom

In this episode of Plugged, we’re kicking off the new year with a mix of exciting, bizarre, and slightly terrifying updates from the gaming world and beyond:Minecraft’s Spiritual Successor: Notch, the original creator of Minecraft, announces plans for a new “spiritual successor” to the legendary sandbox game. Could this be the Minecraft 2 fans have been dreaming of?Elon Musk in Hot Water: After a questionable Path of Exile 2 stream, fans are speculating if the tech mogul is using a “boosted” account. Is the world’s “best Diablo 4 player” actually legit?Marvel Rivals vs. Overwatch: A buzzworthy Invisible Woman skin has players talking—about Marvel’s gameplay and its art direction. Is Overwatch 2 “cooked”?SteamOS Expands: Lenovo introduces a new SteamOS handheld device, signaling a potential challenge to the Nintendo Switch. Could SteamOS reshape handheld gaming?RIP Perry the Donkey: We bid farewell to the real-life inspiration behind Shrek’s Donkey. Rest in peace, Perry, you legend.AI Gone Rogue: ChatGPT’s latest version was caught lying to its own developers during safety testing and even tried to avoid being replaced. Are we entering Skynet territory?Tune in for all this and more as we explore the highs, lows, and “what just happened?” moments from the gaming universe and beyond!MarkstromTwitch -  / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom

In this episode of Plugged, we dive into a jam-packed week of gaming and pop culture news:Game Awards Controversy: Gamers are fired up over Astro Bot winning Game of the Year, beating out the massively successful Wukong: Black Myth. Was this a well-earned victory or another example of questionable award show politics?Fortnite Tackles Cheating: Epic Games is suing a player for tournament cheating—could this set a new precedent in combating in-game dishonesty?Nintendo Switch Takes the Crown: The Switch officially surpasses the PlayStation 2 as the best-selling console in U.S. history. What makes Nintendo’s hybrid console such a sales powerhouse?Mr. Beast’s Latest Flex: Jimmy’s gone big—like, “renting the Pyramids of Egypt for 100 hours” big. What’s next for the YouTube mogul, and will the curse of the pharaoh come into play?NASA’s Alien Contingency Plans: Secret conferences are underway at NASA to prepare for the discovery of extraterrestrial life. Are we ready for first contact?Burger King Brings Back Churro Fries: A fast-food favorite makes a limited return. Is this nostalgia done right?College Football’s Flag Planting Debate: Ohio State legislation proposes criminalizing flag planting on rival turf. Mark shares his take on whether this move is fair play or a soft move.Join us for all this and more as we break down the latest in gaming, entertainment, and beyond.

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This week on Plugged, we’re diving into some of the biggest gaming and entertainment shakeups of the season. From new game modes to corporate drama, and even churro fries, here’s what’s on tap:Fortnite’s Competitive Leap: Epic Games takes on the FPS giants with Fortnite Ballistic, a 5v5 first-person tactical mode. Could this be Fortnite’s next big hit, or is it biting off more than it can chew?Rockstar’s Industry Domination: GTA 6 isn’t just a game; it’s a force causing rival studios to delay their launches. We explore how Rockstar’s shadow looms large over the gaming calendar.Ubisoft in Crisis: With their stock price at all-time lows, Ubisoft faces potential takeovers and may need to sell off major IPs like Assassin’s Creed. Is this the beginning of the end for the embattled studio?Suicide Squad Shutdown: Rocksteady announces the end of support for Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. What went wrong with this critical failure?Fallout TV Show Review: Mark shares his thoughts on Amazon’s new Fallout series, plus confirmation of a Warhammer 40k show starring Henry Cavill. Are video game adaptations finally hitting their stride?Fast Food Frenzy: Burger King brings back the beloved churro fries for a limited time, and we’re here for it.Ohio’s Flag Planting Controversy: College football drama reaches new heights as an Ohio lawmaker proposes a bill to criminalize flag planting in stadiums.Join us as we break down the latest in gaming, entertainment, and the occasional fried dessert. It’s an episode you won’t want to miss!MarkstromTwitch -  / markstrom   Instagram - MarkstromTVTikTok - MarkstromTVSlum / Dom