After more than a year in Early Access, Hades II finally launches in full on September 25, 2025. Supergiant Games returns with a sequel that expands the award-winning roguelike formula into something darker, sharper, and even more addictive.

In this episode of Ongamecast, we break down everything you need to know:

• Melinoë’s rise as the new protagonist and her battle against Chronos

• How witchcraft, Omega abilities, and new weapons change the gameplay loop

• The haunting worlds, lunar-inspired art, and Darren Korb’s soundtrack

• Why Hades II matters for the roguelike genre, and gaming as a whole

Whether you’re a returning Zagreus veteran or diving into the Underworld for the first time, this sequel is poised to be one of 2025’s defining releases.

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The Switch 2 isn’t just another Nintendo console. It’s the next step in hybrid gaming, promising better performance, a stronger lineup, and the versatility to change how, and where, we play.

In this episode of Ongamecast, we explore:

• The confirmed games: Pokémon Legends Z-A, Donkey Kong Bananza, Mario Galaxy remasters, Square Enix RPGs, and more

• The wishlist: Mario, Metroid, Final Fantasy, Persona, and the dream revivals fans are begging for

• The tech: docked vs handheld power, DLSS, battery life, and how it stacks up to Steam Deck & rivals

• The player experience: family play, portability, pricing, and accessibility

• The big picture: how Switch 2 could shape Nintendo’s future and the gaming industry for years to come

This isn’t just about launch titles , it’s about Nintendo rewriting the rules again.

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Tokyo Game Show has always been a cultural cornerstone in gaming, but 2025 brings a new twist. For the first time, the PC Gaming Show Tokyo Direct joins the stage, putting PC gaming in the spotlight alongside console titans.

In this episode of Ongamecast, we explore:

• The confirmed lineup: SEGA, Devolver Digital, Nightdive Studios, and more

• The most talked-about rumors and wishlist reveals

• Why events like TGS still matter in an age of nonstop livestreams

• What this means for the bigger picture of gaming, from nostalgia to innovation, accessibility to global community

It’s not just another showcase. It’s a turning point in how the industry blends East and West, PC and console, indie and AAA.

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Fall 2025 is stacked with gaming blockbusters. From Borderlands 4 and Silent Hill f to Outer Worlds 2, Ninja Gaiden 4, and Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Ongamecast breaks down the season’s biggest launches, Game Pass highlights, and what it all means for the industry.

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“Silksong when?” For years, it was the meme that wouldn’t die. Fans joked, streamed, and even made daily “no news” posts for more than 1,600 days. And then, on September 4th, 2025, the wait ended. Hollow Knight: Silksong launched, and instantly crashed servers worldwide.

In this episode of Ongamecast, we dive into the story of one of the most anticipated indie sequels ever made. From the cultural phenomenon of waiting, to the chaos of launch day, to the lessons this $19.99 indie masterpiece is teaching the AAA industry, we break down why Silksong isn’t just a game, it’s a statement.

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The 2025 gaming calendar is packed with familiar faces: Battlefield 6, Borderlands 4, Pokémon Legends: Z–A, Silent Hill f, Ghost of Yōtei, and more. But why are sequels, reboots, and spiritual successors leading the hype?

In this episode of Ongamecast, we break down the fall’s most anticipated titles, explore the psychology and economics of nostalgia in gaming, and look ahead to what this trend means for creativity and innovation. Are publishers playing it safe, or remixing the past into something new?

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India just passed the Online Gaming Act 2025, banning real-money games while boosting esports. Is this a crackdown or a catalyst? Ongamecast breaks down what the law means for players, startups, and the future of gaming in India.

Gamescom 2025 was more than just flashy trailers, it was a showcase of gaming’s evolving balance between AAA blockbusters, surprising AA standouts, and indie gems that stole the spotlight. In this episode of Ongamecast, we break down the biggest reveals, highlight the creative mid-scale projects making waves, and celebrate the indie darlings like Saltsea Chronicles and the unexpected viral hit Duckside. Whether you’re in it for the spectacle or the creativity, this recap captures why Gamescom 2025 proves the future of gaming is brighter, and more diverse, than ever.

BattleBit Remastered made a splash in 2023 with massive 254-player battles, destructible environments, and smooth, low-spec gameplay. But after over a year of silence and mounting negative reviews, the dev team has finally teased a comeback: Operation Overhaul. In this episode of Ongamecast, we break down the game’s origins, why it gained cult success, the cold shoulder it faced afterward, and what the future could hold as hopes rise again. Whether you're team classic FPS or mock the graphics—this is a story of redemption, community, and the durability of fun multiplayer design.

Metroid Prime 4: Beyond is finally real, and playable. In this episode, we explore what this long-awaited reveal means for Nintendo, Samus’s legacy, and the future of first-person exploration in 2025 and beyond.