Thanks for the Knowledge

By Fanbyte

Every Sunday, Fanbyte’s John Warren brings you a weekly roundup of the biggest news headlines in video games and entertainment. Plus interviews with industry professionals from around the gaming world... more

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April 17, 2022Niki Grayson | Overwatch 2, New Activision-Blizzard Drama & More
This week, John is joined by Brand Editor of Fanbyte, Niki Grayson, to answer the burning question: is Overwatch 2 the most cursed game of all time? From there, we dive into the explosive news that Gavin Newsom’s office apparently interfered with the case against Activision-Blizzard. We’ll also, of course, dig into games coming out this week!

Additional Reading:
Lawyer Alleges California Governor Meddled in Activision-Blizzard Case in Resignation
Fine, I Will Patiently Wait Until 2023 For Cyberpunk 2077's Expansion
Pokemon Go Dev's Peridot Channels Virtual Pet Games Like Tamagotchi
How One Advance Wars Fan Accidentally Played the Remake Early
Everyone Remain Calm, Kojima Productions Hasn't Been Acquired by Sony
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1h 6min
April 10, 2022Imran Khan | LEGO Star Wars, Max Payne Remakes & More
This week, John chats with Fanbyte’s News Editor Imran Khan about his time with LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, LEGO’s new partnership with Epic, Remedy’s Max Payne remakes, and more! John also fills out this month’s Xbox Game Pass slate, lets you in on some Nintendo e-Shop deals, and updates you on Activision-Blizzard and Riot Games labor issues!

Top Stories w/ Imran: 1:24
Other stories: 27:05
Next Week: 38:02

Additional Reading:
Activision Blizzard converts all US-based QA workers to full-time, increased pay - Polygon
Riot Games Lifts Mask, Vaccination Mandates as Workers Return to LA Office
Ubisoft Reportedly Working on New Ghost Recon After Series' Recent Stumbles
Return to Monkey Island Brings Back Original Director 30 Years Later
https://twitter.com/Renka_schedule/status/1512088111802576898
The Best Nintendo Switch eShop Deals for April 2022
Remedy Remaking Max Payne 1 & 2 in Association with Rockstar Games
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51min
April 03, 2022Jason Schreier | New PlayStation Plus Tiers, No E3 This Year, Zelda Delayed & More
This week, John sits down with Bloomberg reporter Jason Schreier to discuss the new PlayStation Plus tiers, Breath of the Wild 2’s delay, the death of E3, and more. John also catches you up with news about Funomena’s troubles, Final Fantasy XIV live letter, and the home run hitter coming to Xbox Game Pass this week!

Additional Reading:
All-new PlayStation Plus launches in June with 700+ games and more value than ever
Activision-Blizzard Reaches $18 Million Settlement in EEOC Lawsuit
Indie Developer Funomena Reportedly Closing After Hostile Workplace Allegations
Fast & Furious Crossroads is Being Delisted With Next to No Notice
Persona 5 is Leaving PS Plus Collection, But You Should've Been Playing Royal Anyway
ICYMI: New Game+ Expo Gave Me an Excuse to Gush About The Last Friend
FFXIV Patch 6.1 Will Feature New Faces and Story Surprises, Says Yoshida
FFXIV Patch 6.1 Releases April 12, New Trailer Shows Off Wild New Content
FFXIV Patch 6.1's Subtitle Was Inspired By Star Wars
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48min
March 27, 2022Tunic’s Andrew Shouldice | PlayStation’s New Subscription Service & More
This week, John sits down with Tunic designer, engineer, and artist Andrew Shouldice to chat about the game, its lengthy development, and the rewarding peril of going it alone. We also catch you up with the week’s top stories, including the report that PlayStation’s new subscription service is about to drop, a new lawsuit filed against Activision-Blizzard, and a fresh start to The Witcher franchise.
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1h 4min
March 20, 2022New Indie Studio Workplace Abuse Allegations, Scott Hall’s Legacy (feat. Colette Arrand) & More
This week, John chats with Fanbyte Wrestling Editor Colette Arrand to discuss the life and legacy of Scott Hall (aka Razor Ramon). Also, four independent studios facing workplace abuse allegations, Elden Ring's massive sales performance, Bethesda's approach to Starfield, and why you won't see Hogwarts Legacy coverage on fanbyte.com.
Top Stories - 1:50
Scott Hall's Legacy with Colette Arrand - 17:45
Next Week - 45:55
New Report Spotlights How Toxicity Flourished in Florence, Gone Home, and Wattam Studios
Moon Studios Founders Try to Dismiss New Report Illustrating 'Oppressive' Workplace Culture
Elden Ring Sales Data Indicates People Across All Platforms Maidenless
Elden Ring is Harder and NPCs Talk More Now After a Surprise Patch 1.03
https://www.fanbyte.com/news/ea-play-live-event-canceled-for-2022/
Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak Matches Release Date on Switch and PC
Bethesda Talks About Starfield Like No RPG Has Come out Since Oblivion
Emet-Selch Remains Japan's Favorite FFXIV Character
FFXIV: Endwalker Was Almost Split Up Into Two Expansions
ICYMI: Everything From Today's Hogwarts Legacy State of Play
Microsoft, EA, and Gearbox Add Names to Letter Opposing Texas Anti-Trans Orders
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53min
March 13, 2022Nintendo Delays Advance Wars Remake, God of War TV Show in Development & More
This week, Paul’s taking the wheel while John’s on vacation to give you all of the week’s biggest stories PLUS a chat with our very own Michael Higham to have a nice laid back conversation about Gran Turismo 7, one week in. Plus, get a look at the week ahead!

Top Stories 1:35
GT7 Chat w/ Michael Higham 7:20
Next Week 51:06
Nintendo Delays Advanced Wars 1+2 Boot Camp Indefinitely Due to ‘Recent World Events’
Gotham Knights Gets October Release Date
Square-Enix and Luminous Production Delay Forspoken to October
FFXIV Account Linking Causes Issues If Your Steam Name is Weird
ICYMI: Everything From PlayStation’s March 2022 State of Play
Eight More Women Come Forward as Part of PlayStation Harassment Lawsuit
Listen to You Love to See It!

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55min
March 06, 2022Epic Buys Bandcamp, Pokémon Scarlet / Violet & More
This week, John chats with Niki Grayson about Pokémon Scarlet & Violet as well as the surprising purchase of Bandcamp by Epic Games. We also tackle everything coming and going from Xbox Game Pass and STALKER 2's indefinite delay.

Pokémon News & Epic Buys Bandcamp Chat with Niki Grayson - 1:45
Top Stories - 33:38
Next Week - 39:06

The Link Shell’s FFXIV Patch 6.1 Live Letter Updates Roundup

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49min
February 27, 2022Elden Ring Impressions, Destiny 2 Updates & Final Fantasy XIV’s Next Decade
This week, John chats with guides editor Dillon Skiffington about his time with Destiny 2 The Witch Queen. Also, the latest on Final Fantasy XIV's next decade, the newest Pokémon Presents, and a PSA about spiders and bugs in Elden Ring.

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35min
February 20, 2022Nintendo Closes 3DS and Wii U eShops (w/ merritt k)
This week, John sat down with merritt k to discuss Nintendo's decision to shut down 3DS and Wii U digital game sales and what it means for game preservation (also advice on buying an emulator handheld wink wink nudge nudge). John also tackles some of the big stories of the week, including the homophobic law that almost prevented Sims 4's latest expansion to be released in the country as well as next gen updates for Cyberpunk 2077.

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46min
February 13, 2022Nintendo Direct Recap, Resident Evil 4 Remake Details & More
This week, John sat down with Imran Khan to dissect that MASSIVE Nintendo Direct including info on Live A Live, Mario Kart's ambitious DLC plans, and Xenoblade Chronicles 3's reveal. Imran also broke the news this week on some Resident Evil 4 remake details.

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1h 2min

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