This week, we talk about measuring expectations ahead of major game releases while also considering the accountability of both the industry as well as consumers. Tom also gives his thoughts on the reveals of Gamescom.

No Man's Sky is officially out and we talk about our first impressions of the game. Also, we discuss the language of video games and the many ways they communicate with the player.

This week, we're talking about what we've been playing! Monster Hunter Generations?! Telltale's Batman!? I AM SETSUNA!? We talk about the experiences we've had so far with these games and what we're looking forward to.

We're talking about VR again! Also, what if Nintendo entered the VR arena? Would they be able to escape the shadow of the Virtual Boy? New experiences certainly abound for the rest of 2016 through 2017, but will any of them leave a lasting impression?

With the launch of Nintendo NX looming ever closer, the crew sits down to talk about their hopes for the console, the expectations set forth by its predecessors, and what a successful launch means for Nintendo's future. (This episode was recorded just before the recent rumors...)