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Controllers and Coffee

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Are you tired of gaming podcasts that don't focus on games? Do you hate the console wars? You're in the right place. Every week, co-hosts Kat & Elliot talk about the latest games, new announcements, upcoming games and industry news - without the drama! Do you want to be part of a great gaming community? Well, look no further. Pour yourself a fresh cup, and tune in to Controllers and Coffee.

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The One Where We Talk About Elden Ring

March 02, 2022 21:46 - 1 hour - 87.3 MB

Subscribe to the audio version here: https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee/subscribe ::  ELDEN RING is out now and we have been playing it - a lot. We have been waiting so so long to get hands on with the full release of Elden Ring, but has it lived up to the hype? Find out in tonight's episode. And ask us all your questions about Elden Ring too! Are you enjoying it, are you struggling, need help? Leave all your comments about Elden Ring in the chat and we'll happily answer them all.   Th...

Nintendo Direct Announcements & Cyberpunk Gets A Next-Gen Update

February 16, 2022 10:18 - 1 hour - 79.9 MB

Last week Nintendo had their first big official Nintendo Direct for 2022, and showed off a whole bunch of games. What was good at the Nintendo Direct? What was bad at the Nintendo Direct? Let's get into it tonight. And with news circling about a Cyberpunk 2077 next gen update on its way this week, and CD Projekt Red hosting a stream very soon - what will it take to make us play Cyberpunk 2077 again?   Get your questions in the chat in this episode of Controllers & Coffee!   Thanks for chec...

Why Isn't Anyone Else Talking About Ghostwire Tokyo??

February 08, 2022 18:30 - 1 hour - 76.1 MB

This week, Tango Gameworks and PlayStation showed off the much anticipated and kind of mysterious Ghostwire Tokyo, a game that Kat and I are very excited about. But I feel it isn't getting the attention it deserves - so why isn't anyone else talking about Ghostwire Tokyo, the latest game from The Evil Within developers.  We'll also be covering some interesting video game news, and if you have questions, please ask us in the chat!   Thanks for checking out our podcast, if you enjoy it you ca...

The Acquisition War Continues Playstation Gets Bungie For $3.6B!

February 02, 2022 11:33 - 1 hour - 73.4 MB

Another week into 2022 and the acquisition war between Xbox and Playstation is RAGING with Sony purchasing Bungie for $3.6 billion! Although they'll be staying independent and multi platform, what does this mean for the gaming industry? And is this a good move from Sony? Let's get into it and so much more on tonight's show.   Thanks for checking out our podcast, if you enjoy it you can support the show on Anchor for just $3 AUD per month: https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee/subscribe  ...

Xbox Buys Activions-Blizzard | Our Most Anticipated Games of 2022

January 27, 2022 21:19 - 1 hour - 77.8 MB

WE'RE BACK! Season 2 of Controllers & Coffee Podcast is here and we're so excited to welcome in another year and celebrate the 3rd birthday of the Direckt Gaming YouTube channel. Thanks everybody for being here and let's run through our thoughts on the Xbox-Activision-Blizzard acquisition - is it good? Is it bad for the industry? Is it good for the devs suffering at those studios? We'll get stuck into it.  And we are going to talk about some of the games we're most excited about for this co...

The Best Games of 2021 featuring Seasoned Gaming

December 20, 2021 19:30 - 2 hours - 153 MB

Join us live for a very special episode of Controllers & Coffee where we discuss all of the best games of 2021 in our first ever Christmas Special! We are privileged enough to have Ainsley Bowden and Steve Esposito from  @Seasoned Gaming   join us to celebrate the year that was 2021 in video games.    Find our very special guests on Twitter: Ainsley Bowden: https://twitter.com/Porshapwr Steve Esposito: https://twitter.com/AgitatedStove  Check out Seasoned Gaming - Gaming News Without Th...

The Best Game Music of 2021, The Game Awards, Halo Infinite - EPISODE 50 SPECIAL!

December 14, 2021 13:22 - 2 hours - 144 MB

It's EPISODE 50 of Controllers & Coffee and we have a huge show packed with exciting stuff. We're running through our thoughts on The Game Awards 2021 and some of the best announcements from the show, we'll discuss the Halo Infinite campaign and to finish the show we're going to be talking about our favourite video game music from 2021 - so join us live and jump in the chat so you can let us know all your thoughts too!   Thanks for supporting Controllers & Coffee for the last 50 episodes! W...

The Game Awards Predictions

December 07, 2021 11:31 - 1 hour - 90.7 MB

Another week leading up to the end of the year discussions, and let's begin the hype by talking about our predictions for the 2021 Game Awards and run through all the nominations and maybe some surprises we can expect from Papa Geoff Keighley.  Oh, and Elliot has also been playing Chorus, the latest space combat title from Deep Silver Fishlabs - and reviews are out now for Halo Infinite - will you be playing?   Join us in the chat to talk about your predictions for this year's big Game Awa...

What's in Your Backlog at the End of 2021?

December 01, 2021 10:34 - 1 hour - 82.5 MB

Subscribe to support us out - https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee/subscribe and HELP US MAKE THE SHOW BETTER.  As we kick into high gear towards the Game Awards, the end of 2021 and all the Game of the Year discussions that are coming (stay tuned for ours coming soon), there are so many games we haven't even started, so let's discuss our backlogs, what we WILL FINISH, and what we HAVE NO CHANCE of finishing.  Let us know your backlog in the comments below.   Join us every Tuesday 4.30am...

We Can't Stop Playing Halo Infinite, Black Friday Sales & Gaming Spin-Offs

November 23, 2021 12:04 - 1 hour - 82.1 MB

Subscribe to support us out - https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee/subscribe and HELP US MAKE THE SHOW BETTER - Give us your suggestions to improve the podcast in 2021 - email us [email protected] or leave a comment on YouTube or on Twitter, PLEASE! ;) Xbox is smashing the end of 2021, and (as the title says) we can't stop playing Halo Infinite, so let's talk about what we're loving about the latest in the storied Halo franchise, as well as some issues we've got with the Batt...

Halo Infinite Multiplayer OUT NOW, Elden Ring Hands On, 2021 IS ON FIRE!

November 17, 2021 20:04 - 1 hour - 74.7 MB

Gaming is not slowing down as we get towards the end of 2021 - we've been hands on with Elden Ring's multiplayer preview, Halo Infinite Multiplayer has been shadow dropped at Xbox's 20th Anniversary stream (as rumoured), we talk more Forza Horizon 5, The Forgotten City, and we discuss Remaster vs Remake with GTA Definitive Edition Trilogy out now in the wild.   It's going to be a jam packed episode - so come along and enjoy the show!  Join us every Tuesday 4.30am EST / 09.30am BST / 8.30pm ...

OMG Elden Ring Gameplay, Forza Horizon 5, 2021 is HEATING UP!

November 09, 2021 11:35 - 1 hour - 85.7 MB

IT IS HERE - Elden Ring GAMEPLAY is seriously beautiful, Forza Horizon 5 is shaping up to deserve Game of the Year and there is so much coming up that's got us really excited. So join Kapkatty & Direckt as we discuss everything we love in the video game industry.    #GamingPodcast #ControllersAndCoffee #EldenRing #ForzaHorizon5   Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEDT on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follow us on...

Halo Infinite Campaign REVEALED - Again!

October 26, 2021 21:41 - 1 hour - 63.5 MB

It's been two weeks so we have a lot to talk about. Finally we got to see more Halo Infinite campaign and it is getting a very positive response online. Also, we haven't spoken about Gotham Knights, Suicide Squad Kill the Justice League, or so much more stuff in the last 2 weeks.    Kat has been playing the brand new Guardians of the Galaxy, and more New World, and Elliot has played the recently released The Riftbreaker. And so much more. Let's talk video games!   Join us every Tuesday 6.3...

New World, Flynn Son of Crimson, Indie Game Review Scores & More

October 12, 2021 22:04 - 1 hour - 65.2 MB

This week Kat has been diving into the brand new MMO from Amazon, New World. Elliot has been playing the latest Xbox Game Pass offering Flynn Son of Crimson, and we get into how indie or AAA games should be judged. All that and more, on the latest episode of Controllers and Coffee.  Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEDT on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/controllerspod ...

Nintendo Direct, Eastward, Lost Words Beyonds the Page & More!

September 28, 2021 12:10 - 1 hour - 67.4 MB

This week we cover the latest Nintendo Direct and all of its weird (and some great) announcements. We've also been playing a whole bunch of games, some come and join us live and let's talk video games! Pour a fresh cup, and check out Controllers & Coffee.    Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/controllerspod https://twitter.com/direc...

The Future of Playstation is HUGE, The Artful Escape & More!

September 15, 2021 22:48 - 1 hour - 75.5 MB

We're back! This week we're discussing the (pretty incredible) Playstation Showcase and all of the exciting announcements, including the EXCLUSIVE KOTOR Remake, Spider-Man 2, Wolverine, Forspoken, God of War Ragnarok and so much more. Elliot has been playing The Artful Escape (and it's wild) and Kat has been enjoying some No Man's Sky!   Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follo...

All The Games (AND HIDDEN GEMS) From Gamescom 2021

September 01, 2021 11:05 - 1 hour - 85.9 MB

HELP US MAKE THIS SHOW BETTER - if you have any feedback, any things you want changed, any suggestions to improve Controllers & Coffee Podcast - Let us know! Email us [email protected] with all your suggestions. We want to make this show bigger and better for YOU! Gamescom 2021 was bangin! Filled with huge game announcements from all the big publishers and developers, including Marvel's Midnight Suns, a brand new Saints Row, Call of Duty gameplay, Halo Infinite release date and...

12 Minutes, Gamescom 2021 Predictions, Halo Drama & More!

August 24, 2021 13:13 - 1 hour - 101 MB

Gamescom 2021 is almost here, so let's make some fun predictions! Also, apparently co-op campaign isn't going to be part of Halo Infinite - who would've thought it would destroy the internet in the way it has?  This week on the podcast we cover all of the biggest video game news, and we also have been playing 12 Minutes from Luis Antonio and Annapurna Interactive, Kitfox's Boyfriend Dungeon, the gorgeous Art of Rally from Funselektor, and so much more.    Join Kat and Elliot LIVE and inter...

All The Upcoming Games Left in 2021

August 10, 2021 12:35 - 1 hour - 81.8 MB

This week we're going to run down all the upcoming games still to come out in 2021, and give our thoughts and impressions on which ones will be our favourites. Join us live to chat and give us all your thoughts too.   Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/controllerspod https://twitter.com/direcktgaming https://twitter.com/kapkatty  ...

The Ascent Impressions, Omno, Tencent Troubles & More!

August 04, 2021 22:54 - 1 hour - 67.6 MB

This week we've been playing some more Xbox Game Pass bangers like the gorgeous Omno, and The Ascent. So tune in to hear our first impressions. And just today, Tencent saw its share prices plummet with the Chinese government making wild claims about video games. We also have some fantastic community questions to answer as well!   Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follow us on ...

Blizzard Drama, Last Stop, Forza Horizon is BEAUTIFUL & More!

July 27, 2021 22:52 - 1 hour - 83.6 MB

This week we get stuck into the situation at Activision Blizzard and the issues rampant in the gaming industry. Kat and I have both been playing Last Stop from Annapurna Interactive and available now on Game Pass, and Elliot has been playing the Sea of Thieves Pirates of the Caribbean expansion A Pirate's Life. And Playground Games have shown us some more screenshots of the gorgeous Forza Horizon 5, and it is incredible.   Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the ...

Who is the Steam Deck For?

July 20, 2021 22:17 - 1 hour - 65.4 MB

This week we discuss the very exciting announcement of the Steam Deck from Valve! This little PC looks set to be a huge success, but who is it actually for? Who will be buying the Steam Deck when it releases later this year? Let's answer that question and much more tonight on the show. Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee.   Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/controllerspod...

State of Play, Switch OLED, Monster Hunter Stories 2!

July 13, 2021 22:32 - 1 hour - 69.3 MB

Straight after last week's show Nintendo announced the brand new (yet totally uninspiring Nintendo Switch OLED Edition), and Playstation brought us another State of Play, this time focusing on some new gameplay for Deathloop, as well as some third party upcoming games. And Kat has been playing the full release of Monster Hunter Stories 2 - and absolutely loving it.  Join us every Tuesday 6.30am EST / 11.30am BST / 8.30pm AEST on the channel, or catch the audio version at https://anchor.fm/c...

Scarlet Nexus, Coromon, Monster Hunter Stories 2 & More!

July 06, 2021 12:34 - 1 hour - 73.3 MB

This week Elliot has been playing the brand new Scarlet Nexus from Bandai Namco, Kat has been enjoying some Monster Hunter Stories 2 demo action as well as the adorable Coromon. And so much more!  Don't forget, if you want to catch this show live, subscribe to Direckt Gaming on Youtube https://youtube.com/direcktgaming and turn on Notifications so you get notified on Tuesday 8.30pm AEST / 6.30am EST when we go LIVE! You can join us in the comments and ask us questions during the show.  Fol...

The Best of E3 2021

June 22, 2021 13:12 - 1 hour - 87.5 MB

E3 is wrapped up, but our podcast specials have not finished just yet! In Episode 32 of Controllers & Coffee we're running through the best and worst of E3 2021 and all of our final thoughts on this year's big show.    Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/controllerspod https://twitter.com/direcktgaming https://twitter.com/kapkatty   Subscribe to Direckt Gaming: https://youtube.com/direcktgaming   Follow Kat on Twitch: https://twitch.tv/kapkat   And catch the audio version...

Halo Multiplayer Revealed, Indie & Freedom Showcase, Capcom Disappoints | E3 2021 Extravaganza DAY 3

June 20, 2021 23:39 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

Our third and final podcast of E3 week is here and we are live - Kat and Direckt are rounding up all the final thoughts of the last, incredibly hectic few days of game announcements, and everything else from the first ever digital E3!    What did you think of this year's showcases? Are you excited for the Nintendo Direct to wrap it all up?   Let us know all your thoughts in the comments below and let's have a great final Controllers & Coffee special E3 2021 + Summer Game Fest EXTRAVAGANZA ...

Xbox + Bethesda Showcase, Square Enix, Devolver Digital & Ubisoft Forward & More | E3 2021 Special

June 14, 2021 13:22 - 1 hour - 107 MB

What an absolutely huge couple of days for video games. Xbox and Bethesda brought the fire and showed 30 games off, 27 of which are coming DAY ONE to Xbox Game Pass. Square Enix and Ubisoft had showcases as well, and Devolver Digital does what Devolver Digital Does Best (as always).    We're continuing our massive week of E3 2021 and Summer Game Fest coverage with our very good friend Deft_Puppiez from Two Left Thumbs Podcast and running through all of our favourite things from the weekend ...

E3 & Summer Game Fest Extravaganza Day 1 - Elden Ring, Tiny Tina's Wonderlands & More

June 14, 2021 12:41 - 1 hour - 95 MB

The best time of the year is HERE! Join us in the chat as we discuss all the highs and lows of Summer Game Fest Kickoff Live, The Tribeca Games Festival, IGN Expo and so much more - this is the biggest week of the year for gaming and we're here to cover it all. Join us in the chat and give us all your thoughts on Summer Game Fest and E3 2021 - here on Controller's & Coffee E3 & Summer Game Fest Extravaganza.   Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/controllerspod https://twitter.com/...

Pre-E3 2021 Extravaganza, Biomutant, The Wild at Heart & More!

June 06, 2021 11:30 - 1 hour - 146 MB

It’s pre-E3 2021 and there’s already so much stuff news happening! Horizon Forbidden West gameplay was revealed last week and it’s a beautiful thing, God of War Ragnarok has been delayed, and the schedule for E3 2021 press conferences has been released. It’s about to be video game Christmas. We’ve also been playing Biomutant and the adorable indie, The Wild at Heart. Hear all our thoughts in this latest episode.    SORRY FOR THE TECHNICAL DIFFICULTIES! Thanks, Discord.    00:00 Intro 02:...

Controllers & Coffee 1st Birthday Stream Feat. Special Guests | Mass Effect Chat | E3 Predictions

May 29, 2021 11:30 - 1 hour - 154 MB

Our podcast turns 1 today and we're celebrating with a live stream special with some very special guests! Jump in the chat, and let's celebrate! We talk about the Mass Effect Legendary Edition and what we're loving about this fabulous remaster, we play a hilarious game of Guess The Metacritic User Review, and we get stuck into some of our E3 2021 Predictions and dreams.  Big thanks to Deft Puppiez, Luke Tindall and Jim Swinglehurst for joining me and Kat for this episode, and thanks to ever...

Mass Effect Legendary Edition First Impressions & Rip Stadia

May 15, 2021 22:56 - 1 hour - 152 MB

It's FINALLY Here! Mass Effect Legendary Edition has dropped this week onto Playstation, Xbox and PC, and it's GLORIOUS. This is Kat's first foray into the Mass Effect universe, and Elliot is a seasoned veteran, so we get stuck into all the nitty gritty details about the first act of the game.    **Beware Spoilers - see below for time stamps if you don't want story spoilers for the first act**   We also talk about the current state of Google Stadia, is it really 'Alive & Well' - we think n...

Returnal Review & New Xbox Game Pass Games May 2021!

May 09, 2021 01:32 - 1 hour - 136 MB

This week Kat gives us her review in progress of Returnal, the latest PS5 exclusive from Housemarque! We get into the fluidity of the movement, the incredibly mysterious story, and an unfortunate situation regarding save file corruption. We also have a deep dive into the May 2021 Xbox Game Pass lineup, and have a look at the games that are upcoming for May 2021 across all platforms and share our excitement for the rest of this month.   00:00 Introduction 00:56 Returnal Review 27:56 Bo...

Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion, Biomutant, Disco Elysium & More!

May 02, 2021 01:25 - 1 hour - 135 MB

This week - Kat has been playing the very enjoyable Turnip Boy Commits Tax Evasion (winner of Best Game Name in 2021), and is fully absorbed by Disco Elysium Final Cut. Elliot is lost in Borderlands 3 still, and started Empire of Sin on Xbox Game Pass.  We also take a deep dive into the latest trailer for the open world of Biomutant, with rejuvenated hype. And so much more!!   Follow Kat on social media: https://twitter.com/kapkatty https://twitch.tv/kapkat https://instagram.com/kapk...

Nintendo Indie World Showcase, Borderlands 3 DLC, More Outriders

April 17, 2021 12:40 - 1 hour - 132 MB

Follow our Twitter https://twitter.com/controllerspod - Give us a rating on Apple Podcasts! -  This week we're covering the latest Indie World Showcase from Nintendo, we get stuck into more thoughts on Outriders from People Can Fly and Square Enix, Kat has been playing Octopath Traveler and Elliot has been hooked right back in to Borderlands 3 DLC. We also give some of our thoughts and predictions about the Ubisoft Forward that just got announced for E3 2021.    Follow Kat on social media:...

Narita Boy & Outriders Hit Game Pass, E3 RETURNS In 2021

April 10, 2021 22:37 - 1 hour - 131 MB

We’re back! Follow us on our new Twitter @controllerspod - get involved [email protected] Kat is LOVING Outriders, and we’ve both been absolutely hooked on the indie smash hit (in our opinion) of 2021 - Narita Boy!  This episode is just full of our love of the latest games! It’s a great time.    00:00 Intro 01:08 Get in touch with us! Get involved on the podcast! 02:18 Outriders First Impressions 22:45 Genesis Noir 32:18 Narita Boy 59:22 E3 Announced - Going Virtual...

New Xbox Game Pass Games, Narita Boy HYPE, So Many Free Games!

March 21, 2021 10:44 - 1 hour - 114 MB

Follow us on Twitter @controllerspod ***  This week is full of SO MUCH NEWS! PlayStation is giving away games for free, Xbox Game Pass continues to get better and better with 12 BRAND NEW titles dropping on the service including the exciting and highly anticipated Narita Boy and Outriders.  We also talk about some of our most anticipated games for this generation. It's an episode packed to the brim! We’d love for you to follow our socials:   Kat’s Twitch: Https://twitch.tv/kapkat Kat’s...

Xbox + Bethesda, More Acquisitions, Loop Hero & Valheim

March 13, 2021 10:00 - 59 minutes - 110 MB

FOLLOW OUR NEW TWITTER @controllerspod and ANCHOR https://anchor.fm/controllersandcoffee ****  The Xbox and Bethesda deal has been finalised, so we talk exclusive Bethesda content, what ‘legacy’ means, and what the future of Xbox and other company acquisitions might look like. Kat has been playing the latest smash hits on PC - Valheim and Loop Hero, and Elliot has stumbled into the vast galaxy of Elite Dangerous for some reason. Why? Find out in this week’s episode.   We’d love for you to ...

Outriders, MediaTonic And What is the Future of BioWare?

March 06, 2021 09:59 - 57 minutes - 108 MB

This week we discuss our thoughts on People Can Fly's Outriders, the latest third person shooter from the studio under Square Enix, and we finally get around to discussing Anthem and what the future of BioWare might actually be. We discuss Pokemon and how disappointing that franchise is, and we also chat about a big new acquisition from Epic Games. Check out Kat's Twitch streams https://twitch.tv/kapkat And follow her on Twitter @kapkatty And follow me on Twitter as well @direcktgaming I...

What Is Wrong With the Games Industry?

February 06, 2021 10:37 - 1 hour - 119 MB

This week we talk about the first Xbox Series X|S console exclusive title The Medium, and we get stuck into the greed of the gaming industry with a look at egregious business practices, acquisitions and studio buy-outs, and some dodgy hiring practices at some of the biggest developers and publishers worldwide.  It's a bit of a different vibe this week... We hope you enjoy! ;)   Thanks for watching, and as always you can find Kat on Twitter @kapkatty or her live streams at https:/twitch.tv/...

Most Anticipated Games for 2021

January 30, 2021 09:49 - 1 hour - 130 MB

We’re back! A new year is here, and there’s actually a lot of exciting upcoming games coming in 2021, so Kat and I run down all of our favourites and most anticipated titles slated for release this year.   It’s a pleasure to be back in your ear holes, if you have any questions you’d like answered on the show hit me up on Twitter @direcktgaming!   Follow Kat on Twitter @kapkatty. And subscribe to her Twitch https://twitch.tv/kapkat! For the video version of the show, subscribe to Direckt G...

The Controversy of Cyberpunk 2077

December 19, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 143 MB

This week we're getting deep into the controversy of Cyberpunk 2077 - but is it a bad game? We have some thoughts... We may have a lot of issues with the biggest game of the year, but there's also a lot of amazing things within this brand new world, despite its bugs, glitches and CD Projekt Red's broken promises and misleading advertising.   What do you think of Cyberpunk 2077? For the video version of the podcast, check out https://youtube.com/direcktgaming Follow me on Twitter @direcktg...

We were NOT HAPPY About The Game Awards

December 13, 2020 07:51 - 2 hours - 249 MB

The Game Awards have come and gone, and there were some big winners and some big losers, some exciting trailers as well - but overall, we were frustrated about the format of the show and many other issues. Check out our thoughts, and let us know if you agree or disagree.   We've also been playing Cyberpunk 2077!! FINALLY! We discuss everything from what we love, what we don't love so much, and where we want to see improvements.  Beware spoilers for the first part of the game.   Thanks for...

Who Will Win at The Game Awards?

November 30, 2020 21:02 - 1 hour - 182 MB

This week Kat and I go over every Game Awards nominee and give our thoughts on the nominees and categories for this year. Were there snubs? Are there clear winners? We discuss it all in depth.  And after a couple of weeks with the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X, we give our ongoing thoughts on how the consoles are performing, what games we're loving and hating, and dive into what we both think of the newest Ubisoft open world game, Assassin's Creed Valhalla. Is it good? Find out! Check ou...

We Have the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X!

November 14, 2020 11:47 - 1 hour - 139 MB

The time has come! The next generation Xbox Series X and Playstation 5 are finally out, and there is so much to talk about. From Playstation 5 exclusive titles like Demon’s Souls, Godfall and Astro’s Playroom, to Xbox Series X launch games The Falconeer, Gears Tactics, Yakuza Like a Dragon and Assassin’s Creed Valhalla. Join us as we get stuck into our first impressions of the next gen consoles - the Playstation 5 and Xbox Series X!

Xbox Exclusive Gets Refused Classification in Australia, but why?

November 07, 2020 10:10 - 1 hour - 130 MB

This week Kat and I discuss the final week ahead before the next generation Xbox and Playstation launch, an Xbox Series X exclusive has been refused classification in Australia (to no surprise, we have the worst ratings board), and we talk about the flavour of the month games that have made a huge impact on the industry this year. But what impact will it have on the creators?   We also look at some of the upcoming Xbox Series X|S launch events happening this coming week, and get hyped for n...

Will Anyone Care About Anthem 2.0?

October 31, 2020 09:44 - 1 hour - 145 MB

This week we discuss the latest (and hopefully final) Cyberpunk 2077 delay, we chat about some great games we've been playing, the Xbox Series X fridge giveaway and some exciting upcoming games for the Xbox Series X and Playstation 5! And we discuss what we think about the newly announced updates to Anthem's development...but who is it for? And will anyone care about Anthem 2.0?   00:00 Intro 01:12 Cyberpunk Delay 17:00 Wasteland 3 30:00 Hades 41:16 Anthem Blog Post!?? 55:15 The X...

Castlevania Symphony of the 5 Nights at Freddy's

October 17, 2020 10:00 - 1 hour - 147 MB

This week we're joined by some very special guests, and we talk games as a service, the demise of Crucible, and play a hilarious game at the end of the episode (not to be missed!) 00:00 Intro & Housekeeping - New Podcast Release Time! 02:00 Guest Introductions 14:22 More Genshin Impact 22:12 More Star Wars Squadrons 27:07 The Medium Release Date Announced! 33:23 Crucible is Dead 41:30 Why Do Companies Want to Make GaaS?? 49:05 The Avengers Only Has 1k Players on Steam 01:00:40 10 Ga...

Genshin Impact, Star Wars Squadrons, PS5 Teardown & More!

October 10, 2020 07:53 - 1 hour - 129 MB

Find Kat streaming on Twitch https://twitch.tv/kapkat!  This week we chat about the free-to-play smash hit Genshin Impact, Elliot has mixed feelings about Star Wars Squadrons, and we give our unabridged thoughts on the PS5 Teardown that just released from Sony. We get stuck into our thoughts about the mess that was next gen preorders as well, and have a look at what’s coming with Ghost of Tsushima’s latest update - Legends.   00:00 Intro  01:35 Kat is on Twitch Now!!  02:12 Genshin Impac...

The Playstation 5 Is Here!

September 23, 2020 23:03 - 1 hour - 122 MB

The Playstation 5 Games Showcase happened and we saw some absolutely huge announcements, we now know more about the system's launch games, we know the price of the consoles and so much more.  What did you think of the Playstation 5 Games Showcase?  Are you picking up a Playstation 5 on Day 1?  Did you get your preorder in?  What is your favourite launch game for the PS5 and your favourite announcement from the show??   Follow Kat on Twitter @kapkatty  And check out her amazing art on In...

How Much For Your Sweetroll?

August 11, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 144 MB

This week I’m joined by a huge panel where we discuss the latest Playstation State of Play (which was actually alright!), we talk Fall Guys again, and we play a hilarious game of The Price is Right! Thanks again to all my guests for joining me on this week's episode of Controllers & Coffee. 00:00 Introduction 01:05 Guest Introductions 16:42 Fall Guys is ridiculously fun 23:56 State of Play Impressions 24:36 Crash 4 26:50 Hitman 3 in VR 31:00 Pathless 34:28 Bugsnax 37:00 Vader Immort...

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