In this week’s episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, Matt kicks things off with a deep dive into the Warhawk franchise — covering the series’ evolution from PS1 dogfights to the ambitious PS3 multiplayer reboot and its legacy today.

Then, the crew dives into the week’s biggest gaming stories:

• Vince Zampella reveals that Call of Duty only exists “because EA were dicks,” shedding light on the rivalry that birthed one of gaming’s most iconic franchises.

• EB Games Canada makes a comeback with a massive new flagship store in Montreal — complete with community events and a trading card program.

• Xbox teases its next-gen console, with Sarah Bond giving fans a glimpse inside Microsoft’s top-secret hardware lab.

Finally, the gang wraps up with what they’ve been playing lately.