Best Animus Gaming Podcasts (2024)

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Scotland Yard: The Origins Of London's Police 41:31

1h ago41:31

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Scotland Yard: the home of London's Metropolitan Police Force. In this episode we look at the history of both Scotland Yard as a place and on the policemen and detectives that worked within it. What went on inside? Why did it come to be known as Scotland Yard? And how significant a role did it play in shaping Victorian London? Echoes of History is …

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Trophy Whores 628 – Shadow of the PlayStation 2 1:54:44

22h ago1:54:44

1:54:44

Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Tricky, Alex, Yield and Matt as they discuss, among other things, Sly Cooper and the Thievius Raccoonus, Ghosthunter, Disney’s Epic Mickey: Rebrushed, and Elden Ring. What’s more, after a hot start, Arrowhead’s Helldivers 2 has lost most of its player base. While Helldivers 2 forces sta…

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Queen Victoria 50:18

7d ago50:18

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Queen Victoria was the last English monarch of the House of Hanover and gave her name to an era in British history. Although small in stature, she was a towering figure as she witnessed major turning points in British history. Yet she is often caricatured as a spiky and stubborn woman to deal with. This episode will focus on her life as queen, unpa…

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Trophy Whores 627 – Jeff’s Animus for Embracer

8d ago

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Tricky, Alex, Yield, Matt, and, most amazing guest ever, Jeff Hanna(!) as they discuss, among other things, the death of Sony Rewards, the closure of Embracer-owned Pieces Interactive, and the re-naming of Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed portal. Look, we know our audience, and they have dema…

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How To Fit In: Feudal Japan 37:40

14d ago37:40

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What was life like in feudal Japan? If you were born into the chaos of the Warring States period, would you have been a farmer, a merchant or a samurai? Or perhaps even an Emperor? Delving into the history behind the latest Assassin’s Creed game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Matt Lewis and Dr Tomoko Kate Kitagawa shed light on the customs, culture and…

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Trophy Whores 626 – Fathers Forward to Vernen Wells 1:27:36

15d ago1:27:36

1:27:36

Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Matt, Tricky, Alex, and Yield as they discuss, among other things, Xbox Games Showcase and Ubisoft Forward. Look, we know our audience; however, Microsoft and Ubisoft gave us plenty to talk about. Microsoft, more specifically Xbox Game Studios and CEO Phil Spencer, needed a great showin…

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Kyoto: Japan's Imperial City 45:40

23d ago45:40

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During the Onin Wars of the early Sengoku period, Kyoto was razed as civil war struck the Imperial capital. Only with unification did the city begin to rebuild. This episode will explore the rise and fall and rise again of Kyoto, what life in the city might have looked like, and why it held such significance to unification in the 16th century. In t…

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Trophy Whores 625 – Summer Game Feast

22d ago

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Matt, Alex, Yield, and Darrell as they discuss, among other things, Sony Interactive Entertainment and Bend Studio’s $250-million live-service game and Mark Cerny’s approach to designing PlayStation consoles. Cerny, an expert in the trade, was the architect of the PS4 and PS5. If anyone…

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The Tensho Iga War 35:17

28d ago35:17

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In the sixth episode delving into the history behind the latest Assassin’s Creed game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Matt Lewis and Nathan Ledbetter follow the sound of marching footsteps and clashing blades into Japan’s mountainous Iga province, to learn about the fearsome conflict between samurai armies and guerrilla shinobi, or ninja, that was the T…

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Trophy Whores 624 – No Hero’s Welcome for Concord

29d ago

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Alex, Yield, Matt, and Joe as they discuss, among other things, Sony Interactive Entertainment’s latest Days of Play promotion and State of Play showcase. So, what about Firewalk’s Concord, y’all? What’s more, SIE CEO Hermen Hulst thinks PC players will buy a PlayStation console if they…

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Oda Nobunaga 49:12

1M ago49:12

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Oda Nobunaga. He’s one of feudal Japan’s most infamous and consequential figures, known to many as Japan’s first ‘Great Unifier’. From humble beginnings as the daimyo of Owari province, he embarked on a mission to unite all of Japan under his sole control. But how did he emerge as Japan’s dominant warlord in an era of incessant social upheaval and …

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Trophy Whores 623 – I Dream of Jimmy

1M ago

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Tricky, Alex, Matt and Darrell as they discuss, among other things, the legacy of Sony Interactive Entertainment’s London Studio and the new role for — now — former Arrowhead CEO Johan Pilestedt. What’s more, with Darrell on the show and ready to defend Jim Ryan, the guys have a huge di…

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Yasuke: The First African Samurai 29:30

1M ago29:30

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Yasuke is one of the most captivating and yet mysterious figures within Japanese history. In 1581, at the height of the civil war, he crossed paths with the country’s most powerful warlord, Oda Nobunaga. Their meeting bound the two men together and set Yasuke on a path to becoming the first known samurai of African descent in Japan. Delving into th…

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Trophy Whores 622 – In the Shadow of Yasuke 2:03:41

1M ago2:03:41

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Tricky, Alex, Yield and Matt as they discuss, among other things, Ghost of Tsushima, The Division Heartland, LEGO Horizon Adventures, and Assassin’s Creed Shadows. What’s more, Sony Interactive Entertainment have named dual CEOs: Hermen Hulst and Hideaki Nishino. While not the most conv…

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Portuguese Missionaries in Japan 35:10

2M ago35:10

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When Portuguese merchants ran aground on the Japanese isle of Tanegashima in 1543 two worlds collided - Europeans had encountered Japan for the first time. For the next 50 years Portuguese-sponsored missionaries flooded into this newly discovered land aiming to exploit it for western benefit. But in the fiery cauldron of Sengoku Japan, Portuguese m…

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The Unification of Japan 44:46

2M ago44:46

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In the 16th century, Japan was embroiled in what is known as Sengoku jidai - ‘The Warring States’ period. It was a time of bloody battles, social upheaval and is known as the most violent in Japan’s history. But how, and when, did 150 years of bitter warfare and division come to an end? How did unification change the face of Japanese society? In th…

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Civil War in Feudal Japan: The Sengoku Period 34:22

2M ago34:22

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Dating from 1467-1603, the Sengoku or ‘Warring States’ period is known as the bloodiest in Japan’s history; an era of continuous social upheaval and civil war which transformed the country. Shogun-led authority was shattered and 150 years of murder and betrayal followed as fearsome warlords ruled local territories with unflinching ruthlessness. In …

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Trophy Whores 621 – Sony’s Stratagem Calls in a Reverse 1:33:43

2M ago1:33:43

1:33:43

Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Alex, Yield and Matt as they discuss, among other things, Dave the Diver, Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and Helldivers 2. After angry Helldivers players had a go at Sony Interactive Entertainment, the platform holder and publisher reversed their decision to require a PSN accoun…

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Echoes of History: A New Chapter 1:43

2M ago1:43

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Introducing a new chapter of Echoes of History, the podcast that explores the incredible real-life stories and events that inspire the locations, characters, and storylines of the legendary Assassin’s Creed. Join your host, historian Matt Lewis, and regular contributor Holly Nielsen, as they guide you into the worlds of Assassin’s Creed, talking to…

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Trophy Whores 620 – Dave the Helldiver 1:41:34

2M ago1:41:34

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Tricky, Alex, Yield and Matt as they discuss, among other things, Dave the Diver, Rocket League and Helldivers 2. Fans have watched as Helldivers 2 has exploded in popularity; however, this week, the game is mired in controversy — thanks to a terrible decision by publisher Sony. Can Arr…

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Trophy Whores 619 – Game Preservation Takes a Squad

2M ago

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Whoa, Shuhei! We’ve got a lot to talk about. Stack it up! Join Alex, Yield and Matt as they discuss, among other things, Shinji Mikami, founder of Tango Gameworks, and Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. You know, Rocksteady can’t buy good news for Suicide Squad. It’s all downhill. What’s more, we lament the lack of commercial game preservation…

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Trophy Whores 618 – ISPs and Outlaws Awash with a Sea of Thieves 2:08:47

2M ago2:08:47

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Trophy Whores 617 – Don’t Forget to Tip your Game Dev

3M ago

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Trophy Whores 616 – Knights of Malevelon Creek 1:21:33

3M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

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Trophy Whores 615 – Set the Tube to Channel 3 1:57:14

3M ago1:57:14

1:57:14

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Trophy Whores 614 – PlayStation Finds a Portal to Early Success 2:00:09

3M ago2:00:09

2:00:09

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Trophy Whores 613 – (Light)Saber Interactive Find an Escape Pod 1:47:33

4M ago1:47:33

1:47:33

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Trophy Whores 612 – Deviation Games Take a Fateful Dive 2:14:22

4M ago2:14:22

2:14:22

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Rarity Update 3-9-24 1:02:34

4M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

After a few months off, Gareth is here with a deep dive bringing everyone up...By Trophy Whores

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Trophy Whores 611 – Sony and EA Cut, Close and Cancel 1:58:39

4M ago1:58:39

1:58:39

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The Wandering Pirate: Nathaniel North 18:34

4M ago18:34

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". Bermuda was at the crossroads between Europe and the New World, but it was also a haven for pirates. A child of the archipelago, Nathaniel North was lulled by the legendary tales of Thomas Tew’s exploits in the Indian Ocean. That's all it took to inspire him to em…

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Trophy Whores 610 – Sea of Thieves Finds Shore on PS5 1:56:29

4M ago1:56:29

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The Marooned Captain: Edward England 17:21

5M ago17:21

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". Who said all pirates were cruel and bloodthirsty? Definitely not Edward England. For this buccaneer who had been in the English Navy, piracy was a dream of freedom and wealth. Nothing obliged him to torture, kill, or decapitate opposing crews. An unconventional st…

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Trophy Whores 609 – PS5 Longevity Becomes Somewhat DICEY

5M ago

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Freedom Is The Greatest Treasure: Mathurin Desmarestz 20:09

5M ago20:09

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones. There are opportunistic pirates and those who have piracy in their blood. Mathurin Desmaretz belonged to the second category of sea scum. A simple buccaneer in his youth, he longed for freedom at sea. But life was not so simple. Forced to enlist several times, he l…

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Trophy Whores 608 – Helldivers 2 Goes Full Steam Ahead 1:48:37

5M ago1:48:37

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The Pirate Admiral: Kanhoji Angre 18:31

5M ago18:31

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones. Is it possible to be a military man and outlaw at the same time? Well, it's all a matter of perspective. A strategic prodigy of the Maratha Empire in India, Kanhoji Angria was appointed admiral before he turned 30. Unbeatable at sea, he attacked the ships of East I…

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Trophy Whores 607 – The State of Palworld

5M ago

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The Reluctant Pirate: William Kidd 20:35

5M ago20:35

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". You're not born a pirate, you become one. This motto shaped the eventful life of William Kidd. The English buccaneer thought he could make a fortune in the gray area between privateers and pirates. But fate had other plans for him. As the captain of a sailing expe…

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Trophy Whores 606 – The Day Before Microsoft Killed Physical Media

5M ago

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The Buzzard: Serial Looter 20:56

5M ago20:56

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". Among pirates, a nickname creates the legend. A fearless sea bandit and outstanding fighter, Olivier Levasseur was called La Buse by his peers. The former French privateer had the reputation of swooping down on his prey through violent lightning raids. In reality,…

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Trophy Whores 605 – Ubisoft get Players Foaming at the Mouth

6M ago

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The King Of Pirates: Henry Every 19:30

6M ago19:30

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". As the son of a Royal Navy officer, Henry Every was destined to a lifetime of serving the British crown. On the decks of military ships, life was as miserable as the pay. After years of hardship, Every grew weary and led a band of mutineers to take control of the …

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Trophy Whores 604 – A Twitch in the Discord 1:34:43

6M ago1:34:43

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The Pioneer Of The East: Thomas Tew 19:57

6M ago19:57

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". At the end of the 17th century, pirates scoured the warm seas of the Caribbean. When this corner of the world became too small for these restless bandits, one man looked towards the East... Thomas Tew, a former privateer, was one of the first pirates to set sail f…

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Gangsters of the Seas | Teaser 1:20

6M ago1:20

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The new season of "Echoes of History" features Ubisoft's new game: "Skull and Bones". Inspired by this adventure where players write their own destinies as sea bandits, the podcast "Gangsters of the Seas" dives into the sordid history of the Indian Ocean's most terrible pirates. Hosted by: Michelle Rodriguez Written by: Gaspard Wallut Historical ad…

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Trophy Whores 603 – Outlaws Against the Valhalla Skyline 1:38:50

6M ago1:38:50

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Trophy Whores 602 – Naughty Dog Won’t Complete the Last of Us Multiplayer 1:29:16

7M ago1:29:16

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Figures of Baghdad | EP 10 | Who was Ali ibn Muhammad? 13:57

7M ago13:57

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Slavery in medieval Baghdad was complex, and though slaves had some social mobility, the Zanj people had been mistreated and were hungry for a rebellion. Ali ibn Muhammad was the driving force for this revolution, and led the Zanj and their disenfranchised allies through 15 years of war. Can ibn Muhammad and his rebels overthrow the Abbasids? Is th…