Hey folks, sorry for the wait!! 16-Bit Sushi is back with a brand new episode! This time around we talk about Genshin Impact, Lab Zero, MK11 featuring Rambo, and Chris Redfield's muscle problem.

Sony's been doing some heavy promo for the PS5, but we still have a price or even a release date for it. What's even more interesting is the email they sent out giving consumers the chance to opt into a ticket like system for preordering the new console directly from them. Given the economy should Sony even release the PS5 this year? We dive into madness and more on this latest episode of 16-Bit Sushi.

Lab Zero Article: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/2020/08/25/several-people-leave-skullgirls-devs-lab-zero-accusing-owner-of-inappropriate-behaviour/

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Last week Kiss Anime (and Kiss Manga) announced that they would be shutting down. For some fans, this news was a shot to the heart, while others argue that fans should support the industry by subscribing to Funimation or Crunchyroll. Understanding both sides of this argument, Chris and FC offer up some opinions on the debate, while also examining the history of piracy that's plagued the industry for some time.

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On this episode, we dive into everything from retail therapy & fandom to Disney's release of Mulan and what that could mean for the streaming industry. Later in the episode jump the rabbit hole that is social media to talk about Funimation and Dave Trosko. What's the move when being a fan of an anime series or voice actor comes into question? We talk discuss these things and more on this latest episode of ARS-45.

Also, be sure to check out Geek Eire's latest episode on regarding dubbing in the industry and the situation regarding Sentai: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQXl6dNFsaI

On this episode of 16-Bit Sushi, Chris and FC get into a discussion about this current console generation and whether or not we're truly ready to move onto the PS5 or Xbox Series X. There's a ton of incredible games on the market right now with more on the way. Do we really need a brand new console given circumstances? Also, where does this leave franchises like Monster Hunter World? Speaking of awesome games, FC shares his thoughts about Fall Guys, the brand new game on Steam and PS4 from Media & Tonic and Digital Revolver.

We got quite a bit of video game announcements this week starting with Nintendo revealing a trailer for Shin Megami Tensei 5 coming to the the Switch (2021), Microsoft's presentation for the Series X, and we finally get a release date for Yakuza: Like a Dragon from Sega. This console generation is definitely going out with a bang. Speaking of which, FC gives a heartfelt review of Sucker Punch Productions & Sony's latest hit, Ghost of Tsushima!

Laura Bailey receives death threats over her character in TLOU2, EVO cancels their online event and removes their CEO after sexual allegations begin to surface, and Ubisoft comes under fire for its toxic work culture. We cover these stories and more in this heavy episode of 16-Bit Sushi.

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https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2020-07-11-new-report-on-ubisoft-reveals-more-shocking-sexual-harassment-allegations

https://heavy.com/news/2020/07/laura-bailey-death-threats/

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It's been a while since we talked about anime, so a brand new episode of ARS-45 was long overdue! With the news of games, such as Cyberpunk 2077 and The World Ends With You getting their very own anime adaptions, the announcement of the final season of Attack On Titan, there's a lot to dive into. We also discuss Mike Henry's announcement regarding his role as Cleveland on Family Guy and the need for diversity in voice acting. As a bonus, pick the series/manga Domestic Girlfriend for our first ever anime/manga review!
Enjoy!!

New Game Expo's hosted their first-ever virtual showcase on Twitch today with great success! The event was so awesome that we wanted to dedicate an episode to talk about some highlights along with a few upcoming titles we're really amped for. For the record, Fight Crab may be one of the best game trailers we've seen this summer so tune in and find out why.
Special shoutout to NGPX for hosting an awesome event!!
If you missed the live stream just head over to https://www.ngpx.games to watch it.

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This week Sony revealed some upcoming titles for the PS5 and we couldn't be more excited about what's to come with the brand new console launching this holiday season. In this episode, we recap some of the games we're amped for such as Spider-Man Miles Morales, Horizon Zero Dawn 2: Forbidden West, Resident Evil 8 (Village) along with some new titles such as Death Loop and Ghostwire. We also finally get a release date for 13 Sentinels Aegis Rim!