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Episode 137 - More Fallout 76 Problems and Game Awards Predictions!
December 03, 2018 01:12 - 1 hour - 158 MBThis week, we talk about more Fallout 76 problems, this time surrounding the bag inside the Power Armor Edition of the game. Rather than just talking about a bag, we discuss whether the shaky release of Fallout 76 Bethesda has used up all of the goodwill they had built with fans over the years. Also, Fortnite is being blamed by some for increased video game addiction in kids - is it fair to place the blame on one game? The Game Awards are this coming week, and we've selected five categories t...
Episode 136 - Red Dead Redemption 2 Spoilercast and Review
November 30, 2018 22:05 - 57 minutes - 79.5 MBJoin us as we review Red Dead Redemption 2! *Spoilers Ahead*
Episode 6 Family Gatherings
November 26, 2018 03:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBJessi and Joe talk about family gatherings and the games they play.
Episode 135 - What's Wrong With Fallout 76?
November 25, 2018 23:56 - 1 hour - 92.1 MBThis week, we discuss the struggles Fallout 76 has had out of the gate after release, ranging from a huge patch to fix a lot of issues in the game to the low review scores it is receiving almost across the board. Graham, our resident Fallout fanboy, gives his thoughts on why he hasn't been drawn into the game yet, and we discuss whether Bethesda can right the ship in time to get gamers bought in to the game. In other news, Nintendo announced this week that the have no plans to release a N64 C...
Episode 134 - PlayStation Skipping E3 and a New Xbox One Console?
November 19, 2018 04:18 - 1 hour - 153 MBThis week, we cover the biggest news of the week, starting with the announcement that Sony is skipping E3 2019 in favor of other events they might have throughout the year. We discuss what this means for Xbox and Nintendo, as well as for E3 as a whole. Also, we debate whether this is fair to PlayStation fans, after Sony is now abandoning PSX and E3. In other news, Phil Spencer spoke out this week about the time frame for streaming consoles - how long until streaming games will be the best wa...
Episode 5 The iello VIP event
November 19, 2018 03:00 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBJessi and Joe talk about the iello VIP event
Episode 133 - XO18 Thoughts and Reactions
November 15, 2018 22:55 - 32 minutes - 44.7 MBJoin us as we recap last weekend's XO18 show by Microsoft!
Episode 4 The Gamer vs. The Collector
November 12, 2018 03:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBEpisode 4 is the discussion about being a collector versus being a gamer.
Episode 132 - Battlefield V and Fanfest III
November 12, 2018 00:40 - 1 hour - 140 MBBattlefield V is almost here - are we all excited to get our hands on it? Graham has played some of the trial, and he gives his thoughts on one of his most anticipated games of the year while Steven shares what he doesn't always love about Battlefield games. In addition, we talk about Microsoft's XO18 event that takes place this weekend, and we offer some sort-of predictions about what we might see. Also, this episode marks our Fanfest for the fall, where we answer a ton of fan questions and ...
Episode 3 Mama shark vs. Kickstarter monkey
November 08, 2018 02:00 - 59 minutes - 55 MBJessi and Joe battle it out over the Kickstarter monkey
Episode 131 - Red Dead Redemption 2 Impressions and EA Announces Project Atlas
November 05, 2018 03:15 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week, we get into our impressions of the massive hit of the fall, Red Dead Redemption 2. What are our (spoiler free) thoughts on the game so far, and does it live up to the hype? In addition, where does it measure up against the best games of all time? We give our answers to these questions, as well as discuss how Red Dead Redemption 2 had the highest grossing opening weekend in entertainment history. Electronic Arts announced Project Atlas - what is it and how will it impact gaming both...
Episode 2 : Kickstarter
November 01, 2018 05:00 - 59 minutes - 54.4 MBTom and Joe talk about the greatness of Kickstarter.
Episode 130 - Red Dead Redemption 2 Release Hype
October 29, 2018 00:45 - 1 hour - 139 MBThis week, we're pretty consumed with our excitement over Red Dead Redemption 2, as we dig into the reviews of the game and some of the details about it that make it so special. We talk about whether this will be the game of the generation, and whether or not The Game Awards will even be necessary this year after Rockstar's newest release. In other news, Sony dominated NPDs for September in both software and hardware, and Xbox announces significant increases in both console sales and Xbox Liv...
Episode 1 Introduction to the Average Joe family
October 28, 2018 05:00 - 45 minutes - 21 MBIntroduction
Episode 129 - Looking Forward to Red Dead Redemption 2!
October 21, 2018 20:45 - 1 hour - 163 MBIt comes as no surprise that this week's news was dominated by the highly anticipated Red Dead Redemption 2. Most of the news was great for the game and for its developer Rockstar, but some wasn't. We talk about it all here, starting with breaking down the fantastic Vulture article from earlier in the week detailing the development of the game and some of the features it will have. Next, reports surfaced this week about physical copies of the game not being available for small, independently ...
Episode 128 - Microsoft Might Acquire Obsidian, Project xCloud Announced and Name Changes on PSN
October 13, 2018 21:23 - 1 hour - 102 MBThis week, we discuss the rumor that Microsoft is about to acquire Obsidian Entertainment. Does this move fill major gaps in Xbox's portfolio? We discuss our favorite Obsidian games and what the developer could bring to the Xbox family. Also, Microsoft announced that the beta for Project xCloud will begin sometime in 2019. What should we expect from the streaming service? Will streaming be the direction video game consoles go in the future? In other news, Sony announced that they are rolling ...
Episode 127 - Forza Horizon 4 Impressions and a Team Bans Fortnite
October 06, 2018 22:37 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week, we start off by giving our early impressions on the newly released Forza Horizon 4 - does it live up to our hopes and expectations? We discuss what we've played so far, along with some of our favorite features in the game. In news, the author of The Witcher is demanding $16 million from CD Projekt Red. We talk about whether the studio should pay the author more than he originally received for the rights to the franchise. A professional sports team has banned Fortnite and gaming in ...
Episode 126 - Sony Reverses on Cross Play and Xbox Announces Mouse and Keyboard Support
September 29, 2018 19:32 - 1 hour - 120 MBThis week, we start off with a major announcement regarding our holiday giveaways for 2018 - including the biggest giveaway we've ever had! The contest starts next week so be sure to listen to the intro for all the details! Sony finally reversed its policy on cross play for the PS4, and we discuss how much of a factor Fortnite was in this decision. Did Sony do this because they wanted to, or did they finally give in to pressure from fans and the PR machine? Which other games would we like to ...
Episode 125 - Spider-Man PS4 Review
September 27, 2018 17:20 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBJoin us as we discuss Spider-Man on PS4!
Episode 124 - The Future of Telltale and the PlayStation Classic is Announced
September 24, 2018 02:20 - 1 hour - 115 MBThis week, we discuss the newly announced PlayStation Classic console - is it something we wanted? We discuss the games we know are on it, as well as the price point. Also, how much are they capitalizing off of Nintendo's success with classic consoles in both opportunity and name? In other news, Telltale announced a massive change in their business structure and strategy - we talk about what might have led to this as well as what kind of safety net should be in place for developers in the gam...
Episode 123 - Fall Games Preview
September 19, 2018 22:15 - 48 minutes - 66 MBJoin us as we discuss our most highly anticipated games from this year's holiday release window!
Episode 122 - Nintendo Direct Reactions and Xbox's Release Strategy
September 16, 2018 20:30 - 1 hour - 144 MBThis week, we break down the latest Nintendo direct, including the announcements of Luigi's Mansion 3, City Skylines and Civilization VI, and a lot of Final Fantasy games coming to the Switch. We also give our thoughts on some of the latest releases, including Spider-Man and NHL 19. In addition, Alan Wake is getting a live action TV show, and we talk about when you can play the FIFA 19 demo. Finally, Microsoft's Aaron Greenberg had some interesting thoughts on Xbox's release strategy for firs...
Episode 121 - Early Thoughts on Spider-Man and Battlefield V
September 08, 2018 19:18 - 1 hour - 157 MBThe highly anticipated Spider-Man game released on PlayStation 4 this week - does it live up to the hype? We've gotten a chance to play some of it, and we discuss whether Insomniac delivered another fun experience with their newest release. The Battlefield V beta is also live, and we've all had a chance to play it. We discuss the maps, graphics, and general fun factor in DICE's newest military shooter. In news, Anthem announced a date for its Demo. Are we excited to play Bioware's new AAA IP?...
Episode 120 - Cyberpunk 2077 Demo and Battlefield V Delayed
September 01, 2018 22:56 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week, we discuss the Cyberpunk 2077 game play demo that was released to the public - what are we most excited for in the game and does the demo live up to the hype around it coming out of E3? We also share what features impressed us most, and discuss why CD Project Red was right to not show the demo to fans until now. Battlefield V got delayed this week until November 20, and EA says it's so the game can be polished. We discuss whether the real reason is to get away from Call of Duty and...
Episode 119 - Would Xbox All Access Be a Good Deal For Gamers?
August 27, 2018 15:44 - 1 hour - 155 MBThis week, we discuss the rumored Xbox All Access program, which would give players an Xbox One S or X, Xbox Live Gold, and Game Pass for a monthly fee. Is this pricing model the way of the future, and who is it aimed at? Ultimately, is it a good deal for gamers? Assassin's Creed Odyssey's map is 67% larger than the map in Origins, and Odyssey will be the last Assassin's Creed game we see until at least 2020. Battlefield V has contingency plans for the rumored low pre-order sales to keep play...
Episode 118 - Madden 19 Review
August 24, 2018 00:22 - 1 hour - 104 MBJoin us as we discuss Madden 19, in stores now!
Episode 117 - How Griefing Will Be Minimized in Fallout 76
August 18, 2018 22:18 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBThis week, there's more developments in the plagiarism scandal, and we get into a further discussion about that and what it means for the individual going forward, as well as close the door on the discussion on our end. In other gaming news, Bethesda has given more details about how they will combat griefing in the upcoming Fallout 76 game, and we detail those things in this episode. Do we think that it will truly eliminate griefing, or will players just get more creative when trying to ruin ...
Episode 116 - Red Dead 2 Gameplay and Plagiarism Running Wild!
August 12, 2018 23:29 - 1 hour - 126 MBThis week, we discuss the recently released Red Dead Redemption 2 game play trailer - is it everything we hoped it would be? Also, we discuss what features we most want to see in the highly anticipated game, as well as our hopes for multiplayer in Red Dead 2. Discord is launching an in-app game store, and they promise to be a mom and pop style store that features indie games. We discuss that, as well as our thoughts on the announcements for the Fallout 76 beta made this week by Bethesda. Madd...
Episode 115 - Special Episode: Blood, Sweat, and Pixels Discussion
August 08, 2018 23:25 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBWe pause from our normal show format to discuss the book Blood, Sweat, and Pixels by Jason Schreier from Kotaku. It's a great book that dives into the stories of game development from various games, and we wanted to take some time to talk about it!
Episode 114 - Should More Games Be on Early Access?
August 05, 2018 15:04 - 1 hour - 84 MBThis week, we discuss the Early Access program on Xbox as We Happy Few prepares for the launch of its full game on the 10th. When is Early Access a good idea for a game, and should players be OK with essentially being game testers? We also discuss this in the context of games like Sea of Thieves, DayZ, and more. A FIFA player discovered that he spent over $14K on Ultimate Team over the course of two years - what are our thoughts on the mode in sports games, and is it the same as microtransact...
Episode 113 - Xbox Could Be Offering a Streaming Only Console
July 28, 2018 17:16 - 1 hour - 131 MBThis week we learned that Microsoft is rumored to be offering a streaming only console alongside the standard Xbox when Project Scarlett arrives next generation. Do we think a streaming console will be successful, and how many of us would buy it? On top of that, what should the price be for a streaming only box? Also, Microsoft is doing something amazing with the shipping packaging for people who order the adaptive controller, and we discuss this as part of Microsoft's commitment to inclusion...
Episode 112 - Battlefield and COD Betas, Plus New Xbox Hardware Coming Soon
July 22, 2018 22:01 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBMicrosoft has teased a new hardware announcement for Gamescom next month, and we discuss what we think it could be. If it is actually a new elite controller, will we be getting it? Also, Battlefield V and Call of Duty announced their beta dates - we talk about which we'll be playing, and if the direction that Battlefield seems to be headed is something we all want. In other news, Microsoft announced that they will not accept any more delays for Crackdown 3 - does this make us concerned about ...
Episode 111 - Scott Drader Interview and Nintendo's Indie Commitment
July 15, 2018 13:49 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBThis week, the Gaming Hub team is joined by Scott Drader, co-founder of Metalhead Software, to talk about Super Mega Baseball 2 and game development in general. We discuss the Super Mega Baseball series and why we love it, as well as get Scott's insight to why certain decisions were made about the game. Additionally, he talks about what it's like to be an independent game developer and they challenges he and his team face when developing a game. Nintendo recently announced in their shareholde...
Episode 110 - Community Play Announcements and Fan Mail
July 07, 2018 20:59 - 1 hour - 87 MBThis week, we take a little different approach to the show for one week only. With there not being a whole lot in the way of meaningful news items in the world of console gaming, we instead focus on the community events we have planned over the next few months. From announcements of tournaments to community plays, we detail everything we have planned from July into early 2019! We also talk the new releases about to hit stores in the coming week, as well as what you can play for free with Game...
Episode 109 - A New Halo TV Series and Sony's Response to the Cross Play Controversy
July 02, 2018 16:54 - 1 hour - 108 MBThis week, we dive into Sony's response to the cross-play controversy as we discuss the statement put forth by PlayStation regarding it. Are they serious about looking at a way to bring cross-play to the PlayStation, or are they just buying time? We also discuss whether we really care about cross-play on consoles, and if cross-play is really something companies should feel obligated to provide. Compared to locking the Epic account for PS4 Fortnite players, is cross-play really that big of a d...
Episode 108 - The Future of Console Gaming
June 23, 2018 22:45 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBE3 just ended, so there's very little news in the gaming world. Therefore, on the heels of the Gamestop news this week, we talk about the future of console gaming. Are digital downloads and subscription services the way of the future? Will physical copies and disc drives in consoles ever really go away? Finally, we discuss whether a company like Gamestop can truly survive and thrive as the landscape of console gaming changes. In addition, we briefly talk about the announcement of NHL 19 at th...
Episode 107 - E3 2018 Wrap Up
June 16, 2018 23:02 - 1 hour - 164 MBE3 2018 is over, and we're here to sum up what we saw this week and give you all of our top moments. We give you the 15 games and moments that got us most excited during the biggest video game show of the year this year. Did any huge announcements or games not make the list? Spoiler alert: the answer is yes! In addition, we talk about Sony's decision to lock the Fortnite accounts for PS4 players to their console, not allowing player progression to travel between systems. Was this a good move ...
Episode 106 - E3 2018! Nintendo Reactions
June 13, 2018 17:58 - 50 minutes - 68.7 MBWe give our thoughts and reactions on the Nintendo E3 2018 presentation, including Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Pokemon, Mario Party, and much more! To become part of the community, use the links below! Links: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725468307840683/ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/txhgaminghub Twitter: https://twitter.com/TXHGamingHub Discord: https://discord.gg/TgjEmdf Website: www.thexboxhub.com
Episode 105 - E3 2018! PlayStation Conference Reactions
June 12, 2018 18:17 - 48 minutes - 66.3 MBOur reactions to the 2018 Sony E3 conference, as well as a giveaway for our community! We apologize for some technical issues that made Steven come across slightly more quiet than the rest of us, but we corrected it as much as possible. To have a chance at our many giveaways we do on the show, or to become part of our awesome community, click the links below. Links: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725468307840683/ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/txhgamingh...
Episode 104 - E3 2018! Ubisoft Conference Reactions
June 11, 2018 23:02 - 46 minutes - 64.2 MBOur thoughts and reactions for Ubisoft's conference from E3 2018! Links: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725468307840683/ Twitch: www.twitch.tv/txhgaminghub Twitter: https://twitter.com/TXHGamingHub Discord: https://discord.gg/TgjEmdf Website: www.thexboxhub.com
Episode 103 - E3 2018! Bethesda Conference
June 11, 2018 04:23 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBSunday of E3 2018 is complete, and we have our reactions to the Bethesda show from Sunday night. We give our thoughts on Fallout 76, Rage 2, Doom Eternal, Prey DLC, and much much more. In addition, we also conduct one of our many E3 giveaways to a member of the community. To have a chance at winning one of our giveaways, click any of the links below to join our awesome community! Links: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725468307840683/ Twitch: www...
Episode 102 - E3 2018! Microsoft Conference
June 10, 2018 23:44 - 1 hour - 111 MBOur E3 2018 coverage continues with our reactions and thoughts on the Microsoft conference, which took place on Sunday. Listen here to get our thoughts on Halo, Gears of War 5, Cyberpunk 2077, Ori, Kingdom Hearts, and a lot more! To have a chance at one of our many E3 giveaways, click any of the links below to join the community and submit questions to be read on the show! Links: Email: [email protected] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725468307840683/ Twitch: www.twitch...
Episode 101 - E3 2018! Electronic Arts Conference
June 09, 2018 21:50 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBTo kick off our E3 2018 coverage, the team from The Gaming Hub Podcast dives into the Electronic Arts conference, discussing everything we saw during the show. There were some great things (Yarny is back!), and since it's EA, there were some low points too. We get into all of it here, as well as give the show a grade and answer questions from our community. Finally, we do the first of our many E3 giveaways! To take part in the community and have a chance at some of the E3 giveaways we'll be d...
Episode 100 - The Gaming Hub Fanfest II and Parris Lilly Interview
June 08, 2018 19:11 - 2 hours - 179 MBThis week, we celebrate both 2 years and 100 episodes as we look forward to E3 2018 this weekend. We also do four giveaways on this episode to members of our community that submitted questions! Crackdown 3 was delayed once again - what does this mean for the Microsoft conference at E3 this year, and for Xbox in general? Does it give us reason to be worried, and does it signal that they may have something that we haven't anticipated ready to announce on Sunday? Finally, we're so happy to have ...
Episode 99 - E3 2018 Predictions Show
June 02, 2018 22:54 - 1 hour - 126 MBIt's almost time for E3 2018, and we have our predictions for this year's show ready to go! We talk games like Halo, Fallout, Zelda, Mass Effect, and more. Which company do we think will come out on top, and what do they have to do to emerge victorious at this year's show? In news, we talk about the reveals of Fallout 76 and Assassin's Creed: Odyssey - are we sick of companies ruining potential E3 surprises? Also, Bungie is getting a large investment allowing them to become a multi-franchise ...
Episode 98 - E3 2018 Preview
May 29, 2018 23:47 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBOn this special episode of The Gaming Hub, we take a look at E3 2018 and each company, anticipating what they might have up their sleeves at the biggest gaming show of the year. Will EA bring more than Anthem and Battlefield V? How excited is Steven for Kingdom Hearts? We talk about what Bethesda ahs to do to keep their amazing momentum from previous E3 shows, and what Ubisoft has to do in order to not leave us feeling "meh" about their show. As for the big three, we know Nintendo has Pokemon...
Episode 97 - Battlefield V or Black Ops IV?
May 26, 2018 21:36 - 1 hour - 158 MBBattlefield V was revealed this week, with new modes, no Premium Pass, and a return to the World War II setting. Is this the game we wanted from DICE, and will the (sort of) Battle Royale mode in it appeal to us as gemers? We discuss the war stories, Combined Arms, and how Grand Operations will add an element of Battle Royale to the game. Ultimately, now that we've seen both Battlefield V and Call of Duty: Black Ops 4, which do we think we'll be playing more of come October? We also discuss t...
Episode 96 - Do Video Games Deserve Second Chances?
May 19, 2018 21:59 - 1 hour - 164 MBCall of Duty: Black Ops 4 was revealed this week, and we have our reactions ready. Does the lack of single player in the new game bother us, and what do we think about the new Battle Royale mode called Blackout? Aside from Call of Duty, are we happy that Battle Royale is the new trend in gaming? We discuss the likelihood that the new craze will become a staple in all shooter games going forward. There were more delays this week, including Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, which was delayed until 201...
Episode 95 - Are We Excited For Nintendo's Online Service?
May 12, 2018 23:49 - 2 hours - 166 MBThis week, Nintendo announced their online service for just $20 per year, but is it a good value? We get into a spirited discussion about the features it does and does not offer, and we don't all agree on whether or not it is a good service. In other news, Sony finally announced it's E3 conference date and time - is it a change from years past? Walmart Canada has appeared to ruin a good portion of the upcoming surprise announcements at E3, and we take the time to both blame Graham and discuss...
Episode 94 - Red Dead Redemption 2 Trailer Reactions and Much More!
May 05, 2018 20:57 - 2 hours - 167 MBThis week marked the release of the third trailer of Rockstar's highly anticipated Red Dead Redemption 2. What were our reactions? And what are we hoping to see in the new game when it releases this fall? Also, Destiny 2 has the Warmind expansion incoming - will it be enough to get any of us back into the game? Season 4 of Fortnite started this week, and one of our hosts is going to start playing it more, as well as stremaing. What do the changes mean for the game and what has been the secret...