Best Octavio Valdez Podcasts (2024)

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#78 - What the Hecq?! 1:43:14

2y ago1:43:14

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In this episode, we are joined by one of the original 8bitfix writers and admins, Hecqubus. The round table discussion asks if E3 is a necessity for the industry. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, Mario Strikers: Battle League, The Quarry, The Wind Waker HD. This week’s news discussions: Xbox and Bethesda showcase rumors, Pokemon Go June …

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#77 - Netflix and Chill 1:15:42

2y ago1:15:42

1:15:42

In this episode, the round table discussion focuses on what game film adaptation would we like to see. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch and The Wind Waker HD. This week’s news discussions: Sony Pictures confirms AAA game titles coming to Netflix and Amazon as film adaptations, Eldon Ring gets a stealth patch, Take-Two acquired Zynga, and …

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#76 - Forget Me Nots 57:08

2y ago57:08

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In this episode, the round table discussion is about game completion. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, Overwatch 2 Beta, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and The Wind Waker HD. This week’s news discussions: Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl gets Rocko, Hugh Neutron, and Jenny XJ-9, more Silent Hill 2 remake rumors, Remedy gives updates on games in developm…

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#75 - Here Comes a New Challenger 1:04:44

2y ago1:04:44

1:04:44

This week we wanted to go back to our roots while doing something new. This episode, we were joined by a special guest, Reigami. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Genshin Impact, Fire Emblem, and LittleBigPlanet 2. This week’s news discussions: Reggie Fils-Aime’s Disrupting the Game, Genshin Impact for Switch, Nintend…

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#74 - Press X to Jason 1:23:23

2y ago1:23:23

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This week we wanted to go back to our roots while doing something new. This episode, we were joined by a special guest, Jason. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, Overwatch 2 Beta, Steam Deck, and Kirby and the Forgotten Land. This week’s news discussions: PlayStation Plus stacking feature disabled, Overwatch 2 Beta Mercy patch, Sifu patch,…

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#73 - Gusto Went to Africa 1:19:18

2y ago1:19:18

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This week’s round table discussion: The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2 delayed. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands, and Kirby and the Forgotten Land. This week’s news discussions: Kingdom Hearts 4 announced, Sonic the Hedgehog 2 movie has best opening weekend of any video g…

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#72 - Gran Transaction 7 1:14:02

2y ago1:14:02

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This week’s round table discussion: Opinions on Mario Kart tracks. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, Horizon Forbidden West and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. This week’s news discussions: Gran Turismo 7 user reviews, Elden Ring save files hacked, Tekken Bloodline Netflix series, building feature temporarily removed from Fortnite, and so much more.…

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#71 - Urine Charge 1:13:21

2y ago1:13:21

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This week’s round table discussion: What video game movie translation would you like to see? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Overwatch, Gran Turismo 7, Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, Dying Light 2, Horizon Forbidden West and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. This week’s news discussions: Famitsu Game Awards 2022, Roblox PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 r…

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#70 - Rate My Poo 1:22:29

2y ago1:22:29

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This week’s round table discussion: More on Jason Schreier’s Press Reset book. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Eldon Ring, Pokémon Go Johto Tour, Destiny 2: The Witch Queen, Overwatch, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. This week’s news discussions: Valve in talks with Microsoft about integrating PC Game Pass, D.I.C.E. Awards recipients, Nintendo …

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#69 - Ninja Man 4000 1:32:09

2y ago1:32:09

1:32:09

This week’s round table discussion: More on Jason Schreier’s Press Reset book. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Horizon Forbidden West, Overwatch, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. This week’s news discussions: Steam sales charts, more on the Microsoft/Activision acquisition, the Uncharted movie day one sales, Retro Studios hiring for Metroid Prim…

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#68 - Tomorrow is Valentine’s Day 1:14:42

2y ago1:14:42

1:14:42

This week’s round table discussion: Jason Schreier’s Press Reset book. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: SIFU, Pokémon Legends Arceus, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons. This week’s news discussions: Halo music composers sue Microsoft, Hideki Kamiya talks about Bayonetta 3, Nintendo fiscal year hardships, Until Dawn remake rumor, and so much more. A…

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#67 - Microsoft's Identity Crisis 1:15:11

2y ago1:15:11

1:15:11

This week’s round table discussion: Some predictions in gaming for 2022. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Pokémon Legends Arceus, Dying Light 2, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and NES Remix Pack. This week’s news discussions: Sony acquires Bungie, Sifu download issues, Pokémon Sword and Shield top sa…

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#66 - Gamepa$$ 1:31:55

2y ago1:31:55

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This week’s round table discussion: Some predictions in gaming for 2022. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Pokémon Legends Arceus, Uncharted Legacy of Theives, Persona 4: Dancing All Night, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and NES Remix Pack. This week’s news discussions: Minecraft NFT disappears, Kojima rumored to be working on a…

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#65 - Wicked Smart 1:05:52

2+ y ago1:05:52

1:05:52

This week’s round table discussion: Some predictions in gaming for 2022. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Mario Party Superstars, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: LAPD officers fired for Pokémon Go, Microsoft to stop manufacturing XBOX One, Hogwarts Legacy postponed to 2023, Twisted Me…

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#64 - Achievement Unlocked 1:25:34

2+ y ago1:25:34

1:25:34

This week’s round table discussion: Some predictions in gaming for 2022. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Tearaway, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Capcom Cup 2022 cancelled, Ken Levine and Ghost Story’s new game, Xbox and OPI collaboration, Shaquille O’Neal gives Nintendo Switches an…

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#63 - Happy 2022 1:13:24

2+ y ago1:13:24

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This week’s round table discussion: Our VGA 2021 impressions. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Mario Party Superstars, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Remedy working with Tencent on a new game, Kojima working on two games, SEGA talks to investors abou…

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#62 - Jingle All the Way 1:15:24

2+ y ago1:15:24

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This week’s round table discussion: Our VGA 2021 impressions. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Destiny Christmas Event, and Overwatch competitive. This week’s news discussions: Tencent acquired Turtle Rock Studios, Halo Infinitine real sports gear, Supermassive Games working on a multiplayer project, Persona 4 Golden …

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#61 - VGA Fatigue 1:14:08

2+ y ago1:14:08

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This week’s round table discussion: Our VGA 2021 impressions. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Mario Party Superstars, Halo Infinite campaign, and Overwatch competitive. This week’s news discussions: NES and SNES creator passed away, four new playlists coming to Halo Infinite’s multiplayer mid-December to include Slay…

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#60 - Dust Off Your Halos 1:12:57

2+ y ago1:12:57

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This week’s round table discussion: The VGA world premier guess. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Death Loop, Halo Infinite, Detroit: Stay Human, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Halo Infinite modes, new BioShock game setting, PlayStation’s Spartacus, and so much more. As always, the Introverts return for …

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#59 - Happy Thanksgaming 2.0 1:28:17

2+ y ago1:28:17

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This week’s round table discussion: The VGA nominees. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Death Loop, Halo, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Black Friday deals, Halo Infinite has gone gold, Street Fighter characters coming to Brawlhala, Kojima Productions announced a new division, and so much more. As always,…

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#58 - Flip Flops and Pajamas 1:19:37

2+ y ago1:19:37

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This week’s round table discussion: Who are the perfect actors for Nintendo movies? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny, Pikmin Bloom, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Forza 5, Mario Kart 8, Mario 3D Bowser’s Fury, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Forza 5 hit 8 million players, Xbox update several games for 20th anniversary, Halo Inf…

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#57 - Swamp Ass Face 1:30:27

2+ y ago1:30:27

1:30:27

This week’s round table discussion: Who are the perfect actors for Nintendo movies? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Back 4 Blood, Pikmin Bloom, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Rocket League, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.0 update and Happy Home Paradise news, Daigo Umahara wins Capcom Pro Tour 2021 Jap…

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#56 - Trick or Treat 1:17:59

2+ y ago1:17:59

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This week’s round table discussion: What is the perfect Halloween video game. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Back 4 Blood, Pikmin Bloom, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Gran Turismo 7 beta spotted, PS Plus 47.2 active memberships reported for 2nd quarter 2021, Amy Henig working on a Marvel game, PAX South cancels indefinitely, and so…

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#55 - Mark Wahlberg the Better Drake 1:08:09

2+ y ago1:08:09

1:08:09

This week’s round table discussion: Uncharted movie trailer impressions. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Back 4 Blood, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: ResetEra acquired for $4.5 million, PlayStation 5 beat the Switch in sales for September, more Xbox themed Adidas in the works, and so much more. As alway…

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#54 - Suite Life of Taun 1:33:21

2+ y ago1:33:21

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This week’s round table discussion: Animal Crossing: New Horizon’s Nintendo Direct. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Back 4 Blood, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Overwatch Halloween event, and Metroid Dread. This week’s news discussions: The Switch Online Expansion Pack, Minecraft’s “Wild Update,” Bill Mitchell’s and Twin Galaxy’s lawsuit continues…

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#53 - Up Their Sack 1:18:14

2+ y ago1:18:14

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This week’s round table discussion: Is Media Molecule the next Team Ico? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Alan Wake Remake, Metroid Dread, and Battlefield 2042 beta. This week’s news discussions: new PlayStation rumored to be announcing a major remake this Christmas, Obsidian had an offer before Microsoft acquired them, Bloodbourne producer is work…

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#52 - The New Smash Bros. Challenger is… 1:54:10

2+ y ago1:54:10

1:54:10

This week’s round table discussion: Is the next-gen console shortage helping or hurting the companies? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania, Spider-Man: Miles Morales, Alan Wake, Rocket League, Halo Infinite, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Metal Gear Solid 3 remake …

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#51 - It’s-a Me, Chris Pratt! 1:25:52

2+ y ago1:25:52

1:25:52

This week’s round table discussion: Is the next-gen console shortage helping or hurting the companies? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Warioware: Get it Together, Rocket League, Halo Infinite, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Bayonetta 3 news, PlayStation Plus October games leaked, Fall Guys ma…

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#50 - Happy Anniversary, Introverts 1:28:06

2+ y ago1:28:06

1:28:06

This week’s round table discussion: Is the next-gen console shortage helping or hurting the companies? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Warioware: Get it Together, Rocket League, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Bungie former composer Marty McDonnell found in contempt of court, Neil Drukmann dir…

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#49 - PlayStation Showcase Impressions 1:41:13

2+ y ago1:41:13

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This week’s round table discussion with special guest The Original Gamer: PlayStation Showcase announcement impressions. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, F.I.S.T., Warioware: Get it Together, Rocket League, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: PlayStation 5 sales in Japan surpass 1 million, Platinum…

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#48 - Happy Birthday, Gusto! 1:25:58

2+ y ago1:25:58

1:25:58

This week’s round table discussion with special guest The Original Gamer: PlayStation showcase predictions. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Splitgate, Luigi’s Mansion 3, Ghost of Tsushima, Sonic Colors Ultimate, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Shawn Layden on why he left PlayStation, semicondu…

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#47 - Super Monkey Balls 1:18:10

2+ y ago1:18:10

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This week’s round table discussion with special guest The Original Gamer: who made the best looking exclusive consoles? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Smash Bro., Psychonauts 2, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: a new PlayStation 5 was released, No More Hero franchise is over, Naughty Dog…

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#46 - No Man’s Lie 2077 1:18:37

2+ y ago1:18:37

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This week’s round table discussion with special guest The Original Gamer: What makes a fanboy? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Persona 5 Royal, Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Splitgate beta, Hades, Grand Theft Auto 5, Kirby’s Epic Yarn, Yoshi’s Woolly World, WarioWare: Get It Together!, Sonic Colors Ultimate, and Overwatch. This week’s …

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#45 - A Sweet Tooth for Rumors 1:32:16

2+ y ago1:32:16

1:32:16

This week’s round table discussion with special guest The Original Gamer: What makes a fanboy? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Persona 5 Royal, Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Splitgate beta, Hades, Halo: The Master Chief Collection, Sonic Colors Ultimate, Back 4 Blood, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Nintendo Rom lawsuit, T…

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#44 - That’s the Truth with Some Cheese on it 1:31:05

2+ y ago1:31:05

1:31:05

This week’s round table discussion: When is it OK to vote with your wallet? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Persona 5 Royal, Destiny 2, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Mario Bros. Deluxe, Back 4 Blood, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Niantic responds to Pokémon Go pandemic bonus removal backlash, new South Park game in the works,…

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#43 - I Pass on Xbox Game Pass 1:23:36

2+ y ago1:23:36

1:23:36

This week’s round table discussion: Is the Xbox Game Pass worth it? The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Pokémon Unite, Destiny 2, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, NES Remix 1 and 2, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Krispy Kreme’s Xbox donuts, Animal Crossing: New Horizons cafe codes, Pokémon Snap update’s new content, Google Stadia’s…

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#42 - Is Nintendo Steaming? 1:42:24

3y ago1:42:24

1:42:24

This week’s round table discussion: The affects of the Valve Steam Deck on Nintendo. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Pokémon Snap, Destiny 2, The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: More Last of Us TV series actors announced, Persona 4 Arena Ultimax rumored for modern platforms, more Steam Box details, a…

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#41 - Full Steam Ahead! 1:15:05

3y ago1:15:05

1:15:05

This week’s round table discussion: The Valve Steam Deck. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Pokémon Snap, Destiny 2, and Pokémon Go Fest 2021. This week’s news discussions: More Last of Us TV series actors announced, Persona 6 confirmed, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 teased, Skate 4 reveal, and GamesCom 2021 lineup. As always, the Introverts return for some…

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#40 - And That’s a DK Wrap 1:21:12

3y ago1:21:12

1:21:12

This week’s round table discussion: PSP 5G rumor. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Pokémon Snap, Destiny 2, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: PlayStation State of Play, Nintendo OLED Switch, Cyberpunk 2077 is the best selling game on the PS4 store, and The Witcher III’s upcoming DLC. As always, the Introverts return for some more video g…

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#39 - Kojima Fans, Cry Me a River 1:08:57

3y ago1:08:57

1:08:57

This week’s round table discussion: rumor that Hideo Kojima and Xbox are working together on an exclusive title. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment: Pokémon Snap, Destiny 2, and Overwatch. This week’s news discussions: Dead Space YouTube channel changes, GTA 6 rumors, the rumored Super Monkey Ball amiibo, and Housemarque joining the PlayStation family…

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#38 - Getting the Band Back Together 1:05:25

3y ago1:05:25

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The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on AI in voice acting. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Pokémon Snap, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, Mario Golf: Super Rush, and Animal Crossing: New …

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#37 - Happy Father’s Day 1:17:48

3y ago1:17:48

1:17:48

The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on reboots in games versus reboots in movies. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Pokémon Snap, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and Animal Crossing: New H…

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#36 - Nintendo E3 2021 47:25

3y ago47:25

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The Introverts return for some more E3 2021 coverage with the Nintendo Direct E3 2021 + Nintendo Treehouse. Announcements include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate x Tekken, Metroid Dread, Mario Golf: Super Rush, Shen Megami Tensei V, and Danganronpa Decadence for the Nintendo Switch. To contact the Introverts, e…

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#35 - Xbox E3 2021 Showcase 1:30:25

3y ago1:30:25

1:30:25

The Introverts return for some E3 2021 coverage. This time, Gus and Taun are covering the event virtually, rather than at the event. Starting with the Xbox & Bethesda E3 Showcase. Games mentioned were Halo: Infinite, Psychonauts 2, Forza Horizon 5, Starfield, and Back 4 Blood. All games shown will be available on Xbox Game Pass day one. To contact …

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#34 - Memorial Day Podcast 1:21:54

3y ago1:21:54

1:21:54

The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on reboots in games versus reboots in movies. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Overwatch, Mario Kart 8, Titan Fall, and Animal Crossing: New Horizon…

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#33 - Nice Guys Finish Last 1:21:19

3y ago1:21:19

1:21:19

The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on Nintendo selling quality of live improvements on The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword HD via amiibo. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Overwatch, Ma…

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#32 - This is Not a Media Hype 1:15:25

3y ago1:15:25

1:15:25

The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on the rumor that Nintendo and Microsoft are working together to release the Xbox Games Pass on the Switch. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Overwat…

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#31 - Momma I love ya, P O P hold it down. 2:11

3y ago2:11

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Happy Mothers Day!

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#30 - Help us, Jason Schreier, You’re Our Only Hope 1:32:06

3y ago1:32:06

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The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on the rumor that Nintendo and Microsoft are working together to release the Xbox Games Pass on the Switch. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Overwat…

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#29 - Vote With Your Wallet 1:13:46

3y ago1:13:46

1:13:46

The Introverts return for some more video game discussions surrounding the PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch consoles, PC, and mobile devices. Their round table discussion focuses on the gamers uniting to keep PlayStation 3, Vita, and PSP storefronts open. The What Are Ya Playin’ segment highlights Overwatch, and Animal Crossing: New Ho…

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