Press Start Select Podcast

In this episode, the fellas discuss the latest updates in Naruto Storm Connections, critique its mechanics and character updates, and compare the modern Naruto legacy to other franchises like Dragon Ball. They also review Mortal Kombat Chaos Reigns, highlighting its storytelling issues and the impact of guest characters on the narrative. The conversation shifts to Tekken 8 and the return of Heihachi, emphasizing the importance of balancing gameplay and story in fighting games. The fellas deep dive into the evolving landscape of fighting games, exploring the challenges of storytelling, character design, and the impact of indie games on the industry. Lastly, they discuss the potential long term damages with DLC and microtransactions, as well as the need for balance in representation in gaming, as well as the future of gaming consoles and pricing. As always, thank you for listening, liking, and subscribing to our Podcast.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

02:00 Naruto Storm Connections Updates

15:00 The State of Anime Fighting Games and Bandai Namco Effort

23:00 Nostalgia Bait and Marketing Works

34:30 Content Creator Elitism is Here

45:00 Mortal Kombat 1 Khaos Reigns

56:55 Mortal Kombat 1 Guest Characters

01:08:00 Potential Mortal Kombat 1 Ultimate?

01:19:00 Heihachi Returns

01:29:27 Reviving Iconic Characters in Fighting Games

01:39:43 The Future of Fighting Game Narratives

01:47:00 The State of Pay to Play

01:57:00 The Timing of Game Narratives

02:07:05 The Balance of Representation in Gaming

02:13:32 The Future of Gaming and Consumer Expectations

02:20:00 DLC is Getting Too Expensive?

02:41:30 Dragon's Dogma 2 and the Future

#Mortalkombat1 #Khaosreigns #stateofplay #gaminglegacy

In this episode, the fellas kick off the discussion with the latest news on the Mortal Kombat 1 DLC character reveals and gameplay mechanics, as well as the launch of Astro Bot and the announcement of the PlayStation 5 Pro. They delve into fan reactions, expectations, and the implications of higher pricing strategies in the gaming industry. The conversation also delves into updates in Dragon Ball FighterZ, the anticipation for Sparking Zero, and the future of the Dragon Ball franchise with Daima.

#mortalkombat1 #Astrobot #playstation5pro #dragonballdaima

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Overview of MK1 DLC

02:48 New MK1 Character Reveals and Gameplay Mechanics

06:14 Story Elements and Character Development

23:11 Astro Bot Launch and Reception

30:18 Game of the Year Contenders

37:30 Fake Gaming Supporters

47:20 PlayStation 5 Pro Announcement and Pricing Discussion

59:45 Consumerism and Brand Loyalty

01:02:02 The Future of Gaming Consoles

01:06:13 The Importance of Gameplay Over Graphics

01:13:09 Updates in Dragon Ball FighterZ

01:20:34 Anticipation for Sparking Zero

01:39:09 The Future of Dragon Ball with Daima

In this episode, Antonius DaGamer and Mykale Smith discuss the recent announcement by PlayStation to shut down the hero shooter game, Concord, just two weeks after its' launch. They talk about the challenges Playstation faces in delivering successful shooters and the impact of fan support and investment. They also discuss the decline of the Star Wars brand and the mediocrity of recent Star Wars games. The controversy surrounding the early access release of Star Wars Outlaws is discussed as well as the importance of game demos and betas in the gaming industry. The conversation concludes with their thoughts on the ending of My Hero Academia and what they disliked and liked about the series overall. Thank you as always for listening, commenting, liking and subscribing!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and the Challenges of Delivering Successful Shooters

12:27 The Decline of the Star Wars Brand in Gaming

25:10 Early Access Controversy and Game-breaking Bugs

29:21 The Importance of Player Feedback and Demos

34:11 The Delay of MVC Collection on Xbox and Corporate Dynamics in the Gaming Industry

42:18 The Disappointing Ending of My Hero Academia and the Decline of the Series

56:28 The Need for New and Fresh Concepts in Anime and Manga

#Concord #starwarsoutlaws #myheroacademia #starwars

Back again with Episode 38! The Pod boys barely get past the introductions before they express their excitement about the upcoming Capcom fighting game collections, including Marvel vs. Capcom and Capcom fighting collection 2. They discuss their favorite games in the collections and debate whether or not they should be back to trusting in Capcom. Next up, they analyze Phil Spencer's announcement that the previously console-exclusive Indiana Jones game will be going multi-platform in 2025. They question how this decision will benefit Xbox as a brand and ecosystem, and express concerns about the clarity of Xbox's messaging.

They then discuss the announcement of Mafia 4, titled Mafia: The Old Country, and share their thoughts on the franchise's world-building and gameplay mechanics. From there, Black Myth: Wukong and its' success, as well as their thoughts on bugs in video games, becomes a topic of discussion.

They then move on to discuss the Sonic Generations DLC and the unique mechanics of Shadow. Finally, they also delve into the recent announcements from SNK, including the release date for the new Fatal Fury game. The hosts express their excitement for the game and discuss the potential for future crossovers and the importance of storytelling in fighting games. They also touch on the challenges of handling crossover characters and maintaining continuity in game universes.

As always, thank you for watching, liking, commenting, and subscribing!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Excitement for Capcom Fighting Game Collections

13:36 Questioning Xbox's Multi-Platform Strategy

34:00 Anticipation for Mafia 4's Gameplay Mechanics

42:00 Black Myth Wukong and Success

52:53 Batman Arkham Shadows VR

01:16:00 Bleach Rebirth of Souls and Character Mechanics

01:23:12 Marvel Rivals Going Free-to-Play

01:26:55 New Fatal Fury!

01:27:23 The Future of Crossovers

01:31:32 Challenges of Handling Crossover Characters

01:36:07 The Importance of Unique Character Rosters and Good Storytelling

#capcomfightingcollection #terrybogard #xbox #blackmythwukonggameplay

**DISCLAIMER: While recording this episode on August 17th 2024, we ran into numerous technical issues that led to some Audio and Visual glitches in the final product. We still wanted to commit to putting out this episode but also wanted to forewarn our viewers and listeners who are used to a certain level of quality from us. Thank you for understanding!**

In this episode of the Press Start Select Podcast, the Pod Boys kick off the topics with a discussion about the release of Kawaki as a DLC character in Naruto Storm Connections as well as the latest updates with Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. They also discuss their hopes for future DLC characters, including characters from the Dragon Ball movies and the Naruto filler arcs.

The conversation then moves to the state of Warner Brothers games. They talk about the need for Warner Brothers to reevaluate their strategy and really focus on their IPs. The conversation then shifts to the recently released trailer for Cyrax in Mortal Kombat 1 and the direction of the game's story expansion. They discuss the creativity in Cyrax's redesign and the potential for future characters. They also touch on the idea of Kameo characters and who Ed Boon has "teased" may be next.

The last half of this episodes also touches on the upcoming Gamescom event, a discussion about Final Fantasy 7 Remake Pt 3 and the challenges of episodic releases as well as the seeming collapse of Bungie Studios and the closure of Game Informer. As always, thank you for watching, listening, commenting and subscribing!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Discussion on Naruto Storm Connections

17:18 Discussion on Dragon Ball Sparking Zero

39:13 Warner Brothers' IP Strategy

58:30 The 'New' Cyrax in Mortal Kombat

01:08:48 The Importance of Character Design and Story Expansion

01:15:32 Upcoming Kameo Characters in Mortal Kombat

01:28:01 Expectations for Gamescom and New Game Announcements

01:55:40 The Challenges Faced by Bungie Studios and the Fate of Destiny

02:09:48 The Pros and Cons of Physical Media vs. Digital Content

02:24:06 The Closure of Game Informer and the Changing Landscape of Gaming Journalism

#sparkingzero #mortalkombat1 #gamescom #bungie #gameinformer

In this episode of the Press Start Select podcast, the fellas discuss their thoughts on the recent EVO event and the games that were showcased. They talk about the growth of the fighting game community and the intertwining of corporate endorsements. They also discuss the shadow drop of SNK vs Capcom and the reveal of Terry Bogard in Street Fighter VI. The hosts express their excitement for the upcoming releases and speculate on the future of crossover games. The conversation then shifts to the storylines of Street Fighter and Tekken, as well as the recent Mortal Kombat announcement. Lastly, the fellas discuss Guilty Gear Strive and the Cyberpunk 2077 anime. They share their thoughts on the characters, storylines, and gameplay elements of these games. They discuss the ending of the Cyberpunk 2077 anime and share their thoughts on the character development and narrative choices in the series. Thank you for tuning in and please Like, Comment, and Subscribe!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Discussion of EVO

15:55 The Shadow Drop of SNK vs Capcom

26:46 The Reveal of Terry Bogard in Street Fighter VI

41:13 The Unexpected Addition of Heihachi Mishima to the Roster

45:35 The Storylines of Street Fighter and Tekken

50:04 Concerns about Story-Driven Roster Decisions in Mortal Kombat

01:11:39 Mortal Kombat Story Expansion Trailer

01:24:10 Mixed Opinions on Guest Characters

01:39:10 Hopes for Future Updates and Improvements

01:50:10 Discussion on the Cyberpunk 2077 Anime

02:04:02 The Importance of Gameplay and Character Development

02:08:13 The Need for Deliberate Decision-Making and Cohesive Storytelling

02:09:12 Conclusion

#EVO2024

#FightingGames

#StreetFighterVI

#Tekken8

#MortalKombat

#snkvscapcom

#GamingPodcast

In this episode, the fellas kick of the podcast with a conversation about Xbox's Game Pass price hike and how that may impact the future of Xbox's decisions.

The conversation than shifts to the recent controversy surrounding the game Genshin Impact and its depiction of characters from West Africa. They address the issue of Caucasianizing traditionally minority characters and the importance of cultural representation. They highlight the importance of doing proper research and showing integrity when representing different cultures. The conversation also touches on the broader topic of inclusion and the responsibility of consumers to hold companies accountable.

They also touch on the hype surrounding the return of EA College Football and the significance of sports games in black culture. The conversation then shifts to the Mortal Kombat franchise and the release of Takeda as a DLC character. The hosts discuss their thoughts on the character and the overall direction of the game. They express their concerns about the story and character choices, as well as the reliance on cameo tie-ins. They also discuss the future of the game and the need for a strong next installment.

In the final part of the conversation, the fellas discuss the impact of the Demon Slayer movie and the recent events in One Piece. They also discuss the power scaling and abilities of characters like Shanks and Kidd. They close the podcast with speculation on the future of the One Piece story and the significance of the One Piece treasure. Thank you for watching/Listening!

Antonius DaGamer and Mykale Smith hold down the episode in Super SSS Rank's absence. The topics kick off with a deep dive into why most entertainment properties seem to insist on having a Multiverse angle nowadays and whether or not it impacts the story in a meaningful way. From there they discuss the announcement of a new Bleach console game and what that could potentially mean for the Bleach franchise as a whole. The question of whether or not Anime games are "back" is also brought up.

From there the conversation progresses into EVO 2024, how fighting games make an impression these days, gender swapping characters in video games and so much more! please make sure to like, comment, and Subscribe!

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:42 Multiverse Media

4:50 Pokemon Multiverse

9:00 Marvel Verse

10:00 Dragon Ball multiverse

14:00 Bleach Rebirth of Souls

22:30 Potential character dlc

24:45 Is this the Best Bleach Game Return?

27:00 Are Anime Games back?

28:00 Hunter X Hunter Nen Impact

30:49 Dragon Ball Sparking Zero

37:20 Evo 2024

42:30 Evo Big 3?

48:20 Niche Anime Fighters

51:20 MK1 Leaks

58:40 Gender Swapping

1:07:30 Naming IP

1:08:00 Mrs Freeze

1:12:40 Bleach TYBW part 3

1:19:00 Bleach TYBW part 3 ending

1:24:00 Bleach Extended Universe

1:29:00 Content Burnout

#evo #bleach #tybw #multiverse

In this episode of the Press Start Select Podcast, the fellas discuss the recent Nintendo Direct and the announcement of Marvel vs. Capcom 2. They also touch on the remakes of classic games, the future of the Nintendo Switch, and the potential release of Pokémon on the new Nintendo system. The conversation then progresses to the nostalgia and impact of the Marvel vs. Capcom franchise, particularly Marvel vs. Capcom 2.

Later on in the podcast, the fellas discuss the potential return of Virtua Fighter and the current state of fighting games. They also touch on the recent developments in the One Piece manga, including Jewelry Bonnie's ability to replicate Luffy's Gum Gum powers. They also touch on the pacing and plot developments in the Vegapunk arc of One Piece. The hosts express their mixed opinions on the arc, highlighting both cool moments and plot inconsistencies. They also speculate on the future power-ups and developments for the Straw Hat crew. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the plot conveniences in Shounen anime and how they are present in almost every series.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:26 Nintendo Direct

06:00 Mario Remakes

08:25 No Donkey Kong Game?

13:30 Nintendo Switch Send Off

15:15 F-Zero Announcement

21:47 The Future of the Nintendo Switch and the Potential Release of Pokémon

26:30 Lego Horizons

28:28 MVC 2

40:35 Introduction to Marvel vs. Capcom and the inclusion of new content

49:00 Is Marvel VS Capcom 2 a Dreamcast Game?

58:25 Speculation about future releases and the desire for a remake of the X-Men arcade game

01:09:00 The Potential Return of Virtua Fighter and the Future of Fighting Games

01:16:00 One Piece Manga Developments: Jewelry Bonnie's Replication of Powers

01:26:07 Japanese Mangaka and Imagination Powers

01:28:30 Speculating on Future Power-Ups for the Straw Hat Crew

01:35:11 Vegapunk Arc So Far

01:42:00 The Presence of Plot Conveniences in Shonen Series

#nintendodirect #marvelvscapcom #nintendoswitch #jewelrybonney

The fellas are back after a long weekend of Game Fests and Showcases! The conversation immediately kicks off with a focus on the Xbox Showcase and Phil Spencer's IGN interview. From there the guys discuss a majority of the announced games and their release dates before switching the conversation to Street Fighter 6's announcement of Season 2 and what the future may hold for the Street Fighter franchise.

The Summer Game Fest announcements get discussed in full: everything from the Batman VR Game to Killer Bean. Lastly Dragon Ball Sparking Zero's release date is brought up and whether or not the game has shown any improvement. Thank you for watching and listening! Please be sure to like, share, and subscribe!

Chapters

00:00 Intro

01:00 Phil Spencer IGN Interview

19:09 Xbox Announcements

20:15 Indiana Jones

32:17 Fable

37:40 Xbox Release Dates

43:30 South of Midnight

45:00 Perfect Dark

49:00 Gears of War

57:20 Xbox Showcase Rating

1:00:41 Street Fighter 6 Season 2

1:10:10 Season Pass Rollout

1:21:30 Legacy Characters

1:24:50 Batman VR

1:32:00 Shadow Generations

1:40:40 Killer Bean

1:41:35 Phantom Blade 0

1:43:30 MGS Delta

1:44:50 Lego Horizon

1:48:15 Valorant on Consoles

1:50:00 Dragon Ball Sparking Zero

2:02:40 What are You Playing?

2:05:40 Star Wars Games

#SummerGameFest2024 #SGF2024 #GameAnnouncements #SummerOfGames

#GeoffKeighley #XboxShowcase2024 #Xbox2024 #XboxReveals

#XboxExclusives #XboxCommunity #GamePass