Brian and Corey are discussing franchises making their comebacks either movie as a video game (Indiana Jones) or a video game as a movie (Mortal Kombat). Brian also shares some exciting news. Indiana Jones games Mortal Kombat movie Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPo…
It's a little light news-wise and that is how Brian and Corey find themselves victims (?) of clickbait regarding Red Dead Online. We also talk about the Switch getting an Anime-watching app. Red Dead Online players starting over Switch Getting Anime GameInformer 2021 Release Schedule Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoi…
Brian and Corey discuss the risks all eSports professionals take - from the toll on their bodies to their mental health. We also talk about PC Gamer's games of 2020 and what we're looking forward to most in 2021. eSports Injuries PC Gamer GOTY VG247 2021 Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply…
Happy Holidays, to our listeners! Without you, we'd probably just be talking to each other weekly, so thank you. 2020, what a year! We wrap up with our last podcast of the year talking about memes, Christmas, and perhaps, is Brian done with Assassin's Creed Valhalla? 21 video game ads... Outriders KFConsole Send us your feedback by tweeting to the …
Brian and Corey wrap up the winners and announcements of the Game Awards as well as discuss the refund situation for Cyberpunk 2077. Game Awards Cyberpunk 2077 Refunds Nintendo Indie World Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Po…
Brian and Corey are talking this week about the release of Cyberpunk 2077, the reviews surrounding Cyberpunk, and whether or not reviews are even necessary anymore. Gamespot's Cyberpunk 2077 review Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. St…
Brian and Corey are discussing the swatting of Ubisoft Montreal, our desire to have Chris Evans on the show, and the nominees for The Game Awards. Ubisoft Montreal Game Awards nominees Brian's Assassin's Creed Valhalla review Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFee…
Brian and Corey cover the launches of the Xbox Series X and the PlayStation 5, including our stories of not getting one and reviews we've seen. Kotaku's PS5 review A PS5 selling on eBay Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point…
Brian and Corey discuss Brian's adventures in Assassin's Creed Valhalla prior to its release. We also talk about Sega Sammy selling off its arcade division, Adidas selling Cyberpunk 2077 kicks in the East, and Sony's future PS5 stocking and pickups in stores. Sega Sammy Adidas Sony PS5 Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingp…
Brian and Corey cool things down in an Xbox Series X fridge before discussing the Nintendo Partner Mini Direct, Genshin Impact, Spooky Fortnite, and Warchief Gaming. Brian also provides another installment of Gaming with Daria. Nintendo Direct Mini Genshin Impact Warchief Gaming Xbox Series X Fridge Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast …
Brian and Corey are blending together so many news stories this week, it's hard to keep track. We talk about the launch of Gregg Qualls' Kickstarter for Big Bad Evil Guy, Torchlight III's release on Switch, Ubisoft's consolidation or Uplay, and Brian's new adventure playing co-op with his daughter. Big Bad Evil Guy on Kickstarter Ubisoft and Uplay …
Brian and Corey are discussing Roblox going public, Runescape still chugging along on Steam, the true Monster Hunter trailer, and the Resident Evil reboot. Roblox IPO Roblox Player Count Monster Hunter trailer Resident Evil Reboot Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPoi…
This week, Brian and Corey are discussing the teaser trailer for Monster Hunter, Star Wars: Squadrons, the PS5 teardown, and Baldur's Gate III. Monster Hunter (maybe you skip this) Star Wars Squadrons review PS5 teardown Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback…
Brian and Corey attempt to wrap their heads around the pre-order launches of the PS5 and the Xbox Series X as well as talk about the formation of Dreamhaven. Dreamhaven launch Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point on Google…
Lots to talk about this week as Brian and Corey tackle the PS5 launch reveal and Ubisoft Forward. We also touch on one of our favorite games to talk about: Kingdoms of Amalur: Re-Reckoning. PlayStation 5 presentation PS5 launch lineup Ubisoft Forward Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply ema…
Brian and Corey are feeling particularly old as they discuss all of Nintendo's plans for the 35th Anniversary of Super Mario Bros. Also, there's a retraction from Brian and a discussion of Tony Hawk Pro Skater re-release. Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary Direct Mario Kart RC cars Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint…
Brian and Corey are discussing the rumors of a "Switch Pro" and the arrival of a Dragon's Dogma animation. Nintendo Switch rumor Brian's Dragon's Dogma Dark Arisen Review Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point on Google Play…
Brian and Corey are discussing the current battle between Epic Games and Apple (and I guess Google too, Corey). After we hash that out, we delve into Nintendo's latest Indie World Direct. Epic's 1984 take Epic lawsuit Nintendo Indie World Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at Sta…
Brian and Corey are joined this week by tabletop game designer and entrepreneur Greg Qualls. We discuss tabletop gaming, the community, and what it's like to start a Kickstarter. Die Alone Games Die Alone Games on Tik Tok GAMA Nick Metzler Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at St…
Brian and Corey break down the most recent PlayStation State of Play as well as discuss Nintendo's profit margin. PlayStation's State of Play Nintendo on CNBC Blizzard unionizing? Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point on Go…
Brian and Corey discuss the Nintendo Direct Mini and Ubisoft's reaction to the MeToo movement. We also touch on our 3 minutes of fame. The Russo Brothers tweeted out our twitter handle. Ubisoft in Bloomberg Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail do…
So long, Mixer, we hardly knew you. Brian and Corey discuss the rapid departure of Mixer, the recent string of allegations in the gaming industry, and we end with reviewing the recent New Game Plus Expo presentation. Lastly, one programming note: we will be taking a couple weeks off for Brian's move. See you on the other side. Mixer shutting down M…
Brian and Corey are making a SNAP back to a previous episode regarding Pokemon SNAP. We also talk about the (then) upcoming EA Play and Brian gets obsessed with Smart Delivery. Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point on Googl…
Brian and Corey break down the PS5 reveal video with all the games including our favorites. PS5 Video on Youtube Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point on Google Play Starting Point on iTunes…
Brian and Corey are reporting on the report that the Sony may be reporting on the PS5 launch. So we laugh about that, along with discussing the Joy Con lawsuit heading to arbitration and N64 carts fitting on one Switch cartridge. Sony PS5 event JoyCon lawsuit N64 games Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey, or B…
Brian and Corey celebrate their 250th episode by having their first guest, Larry Asberry Jr., back on the show. They talk about the recent Microsoft Series X gameplay reveals with surprising results. Larry on Twitter Bright Memory Infinite Yakuza Kick a Dragon The Ascent Second Extinction: Reclaim Earth Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podc…
Brian and Corey are filling up your podcast ears with a discussion of PCGamesN's breakdown of CD Projekt Red's ESRB rating for Cyberpunk 2077, including the naughty bits. We also talk about other non-stories filling up our lives as well as a little more Final Fantasy 7 Remake. The story Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astarting…
Brian and Corey are joined this week by Gylee Games Founder and CEO, Chris Bergman. He brings us information on his game - Ra Ra Boom - and regales us with tales of his experiences with Final Fantasy 7 Remake, XCOM Chimera Squad, and Call of Duty Warzone. Travis Scott Concert in Fortnite The Assassins Creed Valhalla trailer we hadn't seen during th…
Brian and Corey discuss their experiences with the Final Fantasy 7 Remake, their continuing adventures with Animal Crossing, and Brian's triumphant return to Twitch. Brian on the Homerow Podcast Cyberpunk 2077-themed Xbox One X WoW supporting Xbox Adaptive controller Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Bria…
Brian and Corey discuss the recently released pics of the new PS5 DualSense controller. We also talk about our exploits in Animal Crossing, Switch shortages, Brian eats a little crow, and we have an article from our Battle Royale Correspondent, McWomble. PS5 controller Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Br…
Brian and Corey are joined this week by PC Mag's own Tony Polanco. Tony fears nothing as he gives his takes on Doom Eternal, Resident Evil 3 Remake, and Animal Crossing. Tony on Twitter Tony's podcast Throwdown Show Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] …
Brian and Corey each took their first plunge into the juggernaut that is Animal Crossing. We revisit the conversation about in-game chores (that's the whole game, right?) and then talk about parenting and screen time while under a shelter-at-home order. Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply e…
Brian and Corey are doing all they can to not discuss the current situation, but instead focus on the newly announced PS5 specs, some recent games they've been playing, and who is the podcast's "bad guest." Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot…
Brian and Corey are talking about E3 being canceled, staying healthy during this crisis, and most importantly, the Final Fantasy VII Remake demo. E3's home page with their cancelation Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starting Point on…
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By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
By Brian Bentley & Corey Dockendorf
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Historian and professor Bob Whitaker is back on to talk about his trip to the Strong Museum of Play and his thoughts on the Google Stadia launch. Bob on Twitter History Respawned Strong Museum of Play Google Stadia launch lineup Greedo and Maclunkey We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey…
Brian and Corey are back at it this week to discuss Corey's adventure for Extra Life, and then we comb through Polygon's list of Top 100 games of the decade. Polygon's 51-100 Polygon's 11-50 Polygon's 1-10 We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPoi…
Brian and Corey seem to find all the negative news this week, but still find a silver lining talking about The Outer Worlds. EA and Valve Partnership Epic Games Lawsuit We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com. Starti…
Brian and Corey are flying duo again to talk about Fallout 1st and we talk about the recent troubles with WWE 2K20 as well as our favorite wrestling games. WWE 2K20 Review at IGN Fallout 1st Announcement We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at StartingPoint…
Brian and Corey are joined this week by sound nerd and creative, Mike Keogh. We talk about what he's up to, the latest on the PlayStation 5, and Blizzard controversy and China. Mike on Twitter Deeper look into the PS5 We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply email us at…
Brian and Corey are joined this week by Twitch streamer turned voice-over actor Daniel Munoz. We talk about Dan's career, his aspirations, and PlayStation's latest State of Play. Dan on Twitter Casting Call State of Play Recap We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian. Or simply em…