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In episode 148 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome the developers of Reply Games Marco Mortillaro and Samuele Perseo on to discuss their recent AA release of Soulstice, an homage to classic action games like DMC and Ninja Gaiden. Prior to that we take a look at the implications on xCloud of Google’s decision to shut down Stadia and what game companies are doing for players impacted. Enjoy!

The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.

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0:00 Intro

0:29 Welcome

1:11 Words of Kindness & Cyberpunk

8:39 Stadia Shuts Down

15:37 Grounded Full Release

18:22 Soulstice Impressions

20:16 Spooky Games

24:41 Live Service Storytelling

32:25 Reply Game Studios

38:00 Comparing Soulstice to AAA

48:00 Level Design & Story

53:45 Language Writing

58:13 Fixed Camera

1:03:00 Slow Motion

1:07:40 Stefanie Joosten

1:13:29 Soliciting Feedback

1:17:00 Pride In Soulstice