Nate The Hate
153 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago -Home of unscripted, raw, and one take honest opinions about the world of video games. Just blunt statements, truth, and harsh reality. With Modern Vintage Gamer (MVG). New episodes every week.
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CD Projekt Red's Lies About Cyberpunk 2077
December 15, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBSend us a Text Message. CDPR's highly anticipated release, Cyberpunk 2077, has launched on PC, PS4, Xbox One and is backwards compatible with PS5 and Xbox Series X; but the game is far from the quality standard gamers have come to expect from such a high profile release. Due to deceptive marketing tactics & straight up lies, the launch of Cyberpunk 2077 has been less an exercise in patience & a lesson in trust. CDPR intentionally withheld performance information concerning the base versio...
The Game Awards Predictions: Perfect Dark, Breath of the Wild 2, Elden Ring & More
December 08, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBSend us a Text Message. The Game Awards are upon us & that means it is time to give our predictions on what Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony may have planned in terms of reveals during the show. Will we finally see The Initiative's take on Perfect Dark? Will Nintendo share a new trailer for Breath of the Wild 2? And will Sony finally get loud with a Silent Hill for PS5 reveal? Furthermore, we go into some detail about how games get nominated & how the judging/voting process works; and then s...
PS5 Scalpers And What No One Is Mentioning
December 01, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBSend us a Text Message. PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X | Series S have fallen victim to online scalpers, but there is a bigger problem beyond the consumer being denied access to these new pieces of hardware. We discuss how the consumer holds the power over these PS5 scalpers & how these resellers not only hurt the consumer, but also the impacts these resellers have on the entire industry. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support th...
Nintendo Switch Pro in 2021? What the Capcom Leaks Tell Us About Its Release Date
November 19, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBCapcom recently became the victims of a data breach & a mountain of information from the company -- ranging from personnel files to their software roadmap for 2021. With several unannounced titles mentioned in the files, as well as intents to bring announced games to other platforms, the leak is heavy; however, in the planning for 2021 releases, there is one noticeable omission: the Nintendo Switch Pro or 2021 revision. What does this omission mean? We discuss the leak and whether this is a...
Nintendo Switch Pro in 2021? What the Capcom Leaks Tell Us About Its Release Date
November 19, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Capcom recently became the victims of a data breach & a mountain of information from the company -- ranging from personnel files to their software roadmap for 2021. With several unannounced titles mentioned in the files, as well as intents to bring announced games to other platforms, the leak is heavy; however, in the planning for 2021 releases, there is one noticeable omission: the Nintendo Switch Pro or 2021 revision. What does this omission mean? We discuss the l...
Failure to Launch: PlayStation 5 Lineup Distracts From Hardware Lacking Key System Features
November 12, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBSend us a Text Message. The PlayStation 5 has launched & many are excited for Sony's latest hardware. With an innovative new controller & a strong launch lineup of first-party releases, the PlayStation 5 has a fresh feeling to it; but are the games serving as distractions to other issues? While an impressive piece of hardware, certain areas of the PS5 feel incomplete. Are these concerns just a firmware update away from being rectified? We discuss. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video...
Failure to Launch: Xbox Series X Has a Launch Day Problem.
November 10, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 53.6 MBSend us a Text Message. The dawning of a new console generation is upon us, with Microsoft serving as the creator. However, something is amiss with this console genesis, at least on Microsoft and the Xbox Series X & Xbox Series S side of things. When compared to previous next-gen introductions, the new line of Xbox hardware has a noticeable problem: software. Is this a reason for pause? Should you question your purchase? We discuss. With the Xbox Series X and Series S now in the hands of ...
More New Nintendo Switch Hardware in 2021 & What Cloud Gaming Means for a Switch Pro
October 30, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBSend us a Text Message. The Nintendo Switch hardware is expecting a new arrival in 2021 with the release a revision of the hybrid model, but could Nintendo release another formfactor? Some industry analysts think Nintendo should drop the hybrid and favor the Lite; but we think Nintendo should add another form: home console. With Cloud Versions of select software now available on Switch in all regions, what could the arrival mean for the Switch Pro revision? Will we see Switch get Cloud Ve...
Nintendo Switch 2021 is Primed for Success with New Hardware & Surprising Software Lineup
October 21, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Nintendo have enjoyed strong sales in 2020; but this is the calm before the storm that awaits in 2021. With a hardware revision poised for release & hotly anticipated sequels set for launch, the Nintendo Switch is in the perfect position to deliver a year that rivals 2017 in terms of first-party output. Factor in third-party support & 2021 could be one of the strongest years in Nintendo history. It's an exciting time to be a Nintendo fan and 2021 has all the makings ...
The Surprising Truth: What Crunch Culture Means to a Real Developer
October 14, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBSend us a Text Message. The subject matter of crunch in gaming has been an ongoing topic of conversation throughout 2020 & it has once again surfaced due to mandated crunch at CD Projekt Red in regards to the development of Cyberpunk 2077. However, the crunch culture isn't exclusive to CDPR. In fact, it permeates through the entire industry. We talk with a developer about their own personal experience with crunch, what causes it, & how it can be changed. The Gaming Blender Could you design ...
How PS5 Backwards Compatibility 'Game Boost' Upgrades PS4 Games, Does It Rival Xbox Series X?
October 10, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBSend us a Text Message. Sony have officially detailed their backwards compatibility solution for the PlayStation 5 and it is more promising than expected. Touting support of over 4,000 games on launch day, the PlayStation 5 backwards compatibility plan is similar to what Microsoft has crafted for Xbox Series X; but one company still holds an advantage. How does the PlayStation 5 compare to the Xbox Series X in this regard? We discuss. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Li...
BIG Xbox Series X Feature a System Seller vs. PS5; Will XSS Hold XSX Back? ft. Digital Foundry
October 01, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Microsoft has been transparent & open about many of their initiatives with the Xbox Series X and Series S -- including their backwards compatibility solution. With media getting their hands-on the Xbox Series X, we now know how the platform will handle backwards compatibility & enhance our old games. Does this feature provide the Series X with a system selling advantage over the PS5? We discuss. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podc...
New Nintendo Switch Pro Details Surface, PS5 Faces Controversy with Spider-Man Remaster
September 25, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBSend us a Text Message. The Nintendo Switch "Pro" is back in the news due to three occurrences over the last week: a retail listing, a Nintendo of America job posting, and a Twitter rumor. Do any of them provide substantial information? Or are all three just random events that provide little to no new insight about Nintendo's 2021 Switch revision? Furthermore, Sony's marketing is once again confusing people; however, this time due to a curious decision with an upcoming PlayStation 5 launch...
New Nintendo Switch Pro Details Surface, PS5 Faces Controversy with Spider-Man Remaster
September 25, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBThe Nintendo Switch "Pro" is back in the news due to three occurrences over the last week: a retail listing, a Nintendo of America job posting, and a Twitter rumor. Do any of them provide substantial information? Or are all three just random events that provide little to no new insight about Nintendo's 2021 Switch revision? Furthermore, Sony's marketing is once again confusing people; however, this time due to a curious decision with an upcoming PlayStation 5 launch release -- Marvel's Spid...
Microsoft Buys Bethesda; Will DOOM & Starfield be Xbox Exclusive & the Fallout for PS5 & Switch
September 22, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Microsoft have made an industry changing move by purchasing Bethesda and strengthening their first-party studio development team. Microsoft now owns iconic IP, of which include: Doom, The Elder Scrolls, Wolfenstein, Fallout, Starfield, and The Evil Within. Initially, Microsoft will retain contractual agreements, like those on Ghostwhire Tokyo and Deathloop being PS5 timed-exclusives; but how will Microsoft approach future releases? Will the company keep Elder Scrol...
Nintendo Hints at Switch Pro 2021 Date & HD Remaster eShop Game Releases? (ft. Jeff Grubb)
September 19, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase & announced brand new games for the Switch platform -- including Monster Hunter Rise. We share our thoughts on the show & discuss Nintendo's recent statements about using "cutting edge" technology for future Nintendo hardware. Furthermore, we examine the emulator used in Super Mario 3D All-Stars & how it could be applied to other Nintendo 64 and GameCube games for HD eShop releases. Could we see Nintendo use thi...
Sony LIES With PS5 Marketing & Pre-Orders, Reaction to PS5 Pricing and Software Lineup
September 17, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Sony officially dated & priced the PlayStation 5 at $399 for PS5 Digital Edition & $499 for PS5 Disc Edition for release on November 12 in North America. Launching alongside Sony's new hardware will be Demon's Souls and a few other Sony published titles, but there's a catch -- Spider-Man: Miles Morales is also releasing for PS4 this holiday season. Despite claims that such a release would not happen, Sony has plans for several more cross-gen games & it includes a maj...
PS5 Price to Surprise, Launch Lineup, Final Fantasy XVI & More | PS5 Showcase Predictions
September 15, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.1 MBSony is hosting the next PlayStation 5 Showcase this week & they are expected to introduce us to the PS5's price & launch date. We discuss the potential pricing Sony may target with the PS5 and it may surprise you for several reasons. Furthermore, we predict the launch day and launch lineup of PS5 software, evaluate the launch window (opening few months) and how it compares to Microsoft and the Series X. Beyond announced software, we predict and share our expectations as to what new softwar...
PS5 Price to Surprise, Launch Lineup, Final Fantasy XVI & More | PS5 Showcase Predictions
September 15, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Sony is hosting the next PlayStation 5 Showcase this week & they are expected to introduce us to the PS5's price & launch date. We discuss the potential pricing Sony may target with the PS5 and it may surprise you for several reasons. Furthermore, we predict the launch day and launch lineup of PS5 software, evaluate the launch window (opening few months) and how it compares to Microsoft and the Series X. Beyond announced software, we predict and share our expectatio...
Nintendo Directs in 2020 & What Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity Means for Breath of Wild 2
September 09, 2020 13:00 - 56 minutes - 39 MBSend us a Text Message. Nintendo have announced their big holiday 2020 release & it took many by surprise. It may not be The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2, but it is the next best thing -- a prequel to Breath of the Wild but presented in the style of a Hyrule Warriors game. Taking place 100 years before the events of the first Breath of the Wild, players will assume control Link, Zelda, and the Guardians as you battle the army of Ganon. Does the release of the prequel give us hints ...
Super Mario 3D All-Stars Reaction & What This Means for Nintendo's Holiday 2020 Lineup
September 04, 2020 12:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBSend us a Text Message. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.
Uncertain Reality of the Nintendo General Directs in 2020
August 28, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBSend us a Text Message. The Nintendo Direct presentation of August has aired & it was another installment to the Partner Showcase brand of Directs. Are these the only Direct-style presentation we'll see in 2020? We discuss how Nintendo may approach the remainder of 2020 in terms of how they handle announcing & dating first-party software. This year has proven the games industry is as fluid as ever and nothing is certain. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Po...
The Next Nintendo Direct & What to Expect From a Switch Pro Revision in Early 2021
August 25, 2020 12:00 - 57 minutes - 39.5 MBSend us a Text Message. It's the final week of August & the Nintendo community is ready for what's to come. Expectation is high. Excitement has the fans shiver in anticipation. The next Nintendo Direct is near, but will it be what fans hope or is Nintendo going to throw a curveball & catch everyone off-guard? A tale old as time is the story of the impending Nintendo Switch Pro. Reports & rumors of this fabled hardware have circulated for many moons; but in 2021 the timing is right for a S...
Nintendo Indie World Predictions | No More Heroes, Fall Guys, Ori, & More (ft. Jon GameXplain)
August 17, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBSend us a Text Message. It's been a while since Nintendo hosted an Indie World presentation, but they have confirmed such an event is taking place tomorrow & we are here to share our predictions for the event. Last year's Indie World played host to the announcement of Microsoft's Ori & the Blind Forest for the Nintendo Switch. Could we see a repeat take place this year with Microsoft announcing Ori & the Will of the Wisps for the Switch? Furthermore, many indie titles are need of updates; o...
Nintendo Directs Are Coming and First Reaction to Halo Infinite's BIG Delay (ft. Jeff Grubb)
August 12, 2020 13:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MBSend us a Text Message. The month of August will play a pivotal role in Nintendo's Switch software 2020 release planning. To be blunt: it's now or never for Nintendo. Speculation, rumor, and our information suggests that Nintendo has at least one event/presentation set for the month of August - with the high potential for a second, and Nintendo has to detail their 2020 lineup and give fans an idea of what the company is planning for the future. Beyond Nintendo, Microsoft is encountering t...
Xbox Series X Games Showcase Reaction (ft Rand Al Thor)
July 24, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Microsoft held their highly anticipated Xbox Games Showcase and the event has received a mixed reaction from fans. While some consider the event to be a disaster for Microsoft, others have been able to see the long-term vision that the company has as it builds a foundation for a stronger tomorrow. Showcasing software like Halo Infinite, a new Fable, and Avowed, a new IP from Obsidian, Microsoft has a plethora of software on display; yet it felt like the show was mis...
Nintendo Direct Reaction & What is Nintendo's Marketing Strategy for 2020 (ft. Jeff Grubb)
July 21, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBSend us a Text Message. After a lengthy period of silence, Nintendo has awakened and begun to open the lines of communication with fans in the form of a Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase. This was the first Nintendo Direct-style presentation since late March, so expectation and hopes were high. For some, this new format delivered; while others are left wondering if Nintendo has abandoned 2020. We discuss and share our reaction and thoughts to the Nintendo Direct Mini: Partner Showcase...
Nintendo Direct Predictions | Breath of the Wild 2, Metroid, Mario 35th Anniversary & More
July 19, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 52.8 MBSend us a Text Message. A Nintendo Direct is expected to take place on Monday, July 20 and we want to share our predictions of what may happen during this rumored event. Nintendo has been silent for many months now and with no games dated for the remainder of 2020, it is time for them to communicate with fans... directly. Will we finally see the long-rumored 3D Mario Collection for the Nintendo Switch? Could Breath of the Wild 2 make an appearance? And what about Metroid? We discuss these...
Xbox Series X Event | Everything We Know & Microsoft's Big Surprise (ft. Jeff Grubb & Rand Al Thor)
July 09, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Microsoft is going to host an Xbox Software Showcase on July 23 and finally give us a look at what Microsoft's internal first-party studios are making for the Xbox Series X. Microsoft's Phil Spencer is confident in what they have planned for the show, but will it be enough to counter & match what Sony showed us for the PS5 last month? Plus, Microsoft has a couple of major moves they could potentially announce at this event that could alter the gaming landscape in the...
Nintendo Direct Rumors & Why Nintendo's Holiday Lineup is Prime for Surprises (ft. Jeff Grubb)
July 02, 2020 13:00 - 58 minutes - 39.9 MBSend us a Text Message. What's the future hold for the Nintendo Direct program and will Nintendo surprise us with a big holiday game? Thus far, 2020 has been a strong year for the Nintendo Switch in terms of software and hardware performance; but that means little to the consumer. Switch owners are craving new software & Nintendo has been reluctant in sharing information about what they have planned for the remainder of the calendar year. We discuss if a July Direct could be in the cards fo...
Does Petition to Change The Last of Us Part 2 Story Make Sense?
June 27, 2020 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBSend us a Text Message. Naughty Dog's The Last of Us Part 2 has now released & the reception to the game has been polarizing, to say the least. While divisive releases are nothing knew to the industry, the discourse surrounding The Last of Us Part 2 has been peculiar. While some have indulged in civil conversation to discuss their likes and dislikes, others have leapt to extreme measures, of which include a petition to have Naughty Dog recant the story of The Last of Part 2 and to create a ...
Does Petition to Change The Last of Us Part 2 Story Make Sense?
June 27, 2020 15:00 - 55 minutes - 37.8 MBNaughty Dog's The Last of Us Part 2 has now released & the reception to the game has been polarizing, to say the least. While divisive releases are nothing knew to the industry, the discourse surrounding The Last of Us Part 2 has been peculiar. While some have indulged in civil conversation to discuss their likes and dislikes, others have leapt to extreme measures, of which include a petition to have Naughty Dog recant the story of The Last of Part 2 and to create a new narrative that a sele...
PS5 vs. Xbox Series X - What's the Price & Who Has the Pricing Advantage (ft. ZhugeEX)
June 17, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBSend us a Text Message. The pricing war between the PS5 and Xbox Series X is going to play a pivotal role in the success of both platforms, but the introduction of Xbox Series Lockhart and the PS5 Digital Edition presents a unique pricing situation that no generation before has witnessed. We discuss and evaluate which company has the advantage when it comes to pricing their next-gen hardware and give realistic pricing for PS5 and Xbox Series X. How important will Lockhart and PS5 Digital Ed...
How Sony's PlayStation 5 Reveal Showed Us the Future of Gaming
June 12, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 53.3 MBSend us a Text Message. The PlayStation 5 has officially been revealed and Sony showcased a diverse library of software from first party and third party partners. With games like Demon's Souls and a digital-only PS5 now confirmed, it is clear that Sony is approaching their holiday 2020 launch with laser focus and are ready to challenge Microsoft for the next-gen crown. We discuss how Microsoft can respond to Sony and if Sony's recent wave of announcements has given them the edge of marketin...
The PS5 Reveal Event | Here's What to Expect & PS5 Game Predictions
June 03, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBSend us a Text Message. Sony is ready to introduce the world to the PlayStation 5 & we expect them to showcase a range of impressive titles. While we don't expect Sony to talk price or launch date at this event, we do anticipate an exciting PS5 software showcase, in which both first-party developers and third-party partners highlight their PS5 offerings. Will Silent Hill make a return on PS5? Will we finally see BluePoint's new game? We discuss this and more. The Gaming Blender Could you de...
Can Nintendo Switch Really Handle ANY Current-Gen Port?
May 30, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBSend us a Text Message. The Nintendo Switch has been the home to a few miraculous software ports, and those responsible for such achievements have now claimed they can port any PS4 and Xbox One game to Nintendo's hardware. Do these claims have merit or are they simply a marketing tool to incentivize developers to contract their studio for potential projects? We discuss if Switch could handle titles like Final Fantasy 7 Remake, Resident Evil 3 Remake, and CD Projekt Red's CyberPunk 2077. The...
Everything We Know About The PS5 Event And What Is Nintendo Doing For 2020? (ft. Jeff Grubb and MVG)
May 20, 2020 13:00 - 1 hour - 46.2 MBSend us a Text Message. The year without an E3 is now underway. We talk with Venture Beat's Jeff Grubb about the Summer Game Fest and what we can expect from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft in terms of approach and new announcements. Will Sony show a lot at the PS5 reveal in June? Will Microsoft go heavy with major announcements in July? And what does Nintendo have to announce for the summer and second half of 2020? We discuss this and more. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? ...
Unreal Engine 5 reveals the true power of the Sony PlayStation 5
May 13, 2020 20:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBSend us a Text Message. Sony partnered with Epic Games to give us a glimpse into the future with the debut real-time gameplay demo of Unreal Engine 5 running on the PlayStation 5. It may not be a real game from an established IP, but the demo showed real gameplay and we now know what Unreal Engine 5 is capable of on PS5 and Xbox Series X. However, there is more to UE5 than meets the eye, as the engine will also be compatible with the Nintendo Switch - thus alleviating concern of future supp...
Nintendo Switch Sales Report is Bad News for Breath of the Wild 2
May 09, 2020 03:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBSend us a Text Message. The Nintendo Switch achieved several sale milestones in recent weeks, but their latest earning's report sheds light on their 2020 lineup & it may be cause for concern. We analyze Nintendo's latest guidance as it suggests a significant probability that Breath of the Wild 2 not only misses 2020, but also early 2021. How will Nintendo counter PS5 and Xbox Series X? We discuss. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Suppor...
Inside Xbox Series X 2020 "GamePlay" Reveal - Mistakes Were Made
May 07, 2020 18:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Microsoft gave the gaming community a glimpse into what the Xbox Series X would offer in terms of software, but the presentation didn't leave a memorable mark. Leaning too heavily on trailers, Microsoft's Inside Xbox showcase failed to show us why the Xbox Series X is a major leap for the industry. Will this marketing mistake prove costly & give the PS5 an edge in the next-gen conversation? Or is Microsoft & the Xbox Series X still in a strong position vs. Sony and t...
The Truth on How The Last of Us 2 Leaked, Sony Catches Leaker !
May 01, 2020 21:00 - 44 minutes - 30.5 MBSend us a Text Message. Sony have issued an official statement confirming they have caught the individuals responsible for leaking The Last of Us 2. Exact specifics as to how the game was accessed remains unknown, but there are two likely scenarios as to what happened... and both are concerning. We discuss them & let you determine which is the most realistic. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.
Will Xbox Series X and PS5 Revolutionize Gaming ?
April 30, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBSend us a Text Message. Microsoft's Phil Spencer compared the coming of Xbox Series X to the revolutionary shift from 2D to 3D gaming. Is there merit to these claims? Will the implementation of ray tracing, SSD, and other hardware upgrades bring a similar revolution? We have John Linneman of Digital Foundry join us to discuss these important topics & much more. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.
Last of Us Part 2 Leaks Ruin Release Date
April 27, 2020 19:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBSend us a Text Message. The champagne isn't pouring at the Naughty Dog or Sony offices to celebrate the new release date for The Last of Us Part 2. Instead, an act of selfishness has tarnished the celebration and turned what should be a day of joy into a day of despair. We discuss the ramifications of the leak and how it not only impacts Sony & Naughty Dog, but the industry and gaming community as a whole. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotif...
Leaked Nintendo Switch Console May Have Revolutionary Concept
April 16, 2020 02:00 - 57 minutes - 39.4 MBSend us a Text Message. The latest Nintendo Switch firmware may have leaked the development profile of an unannounced Switch console. Could the device be a TV-only Switch? A digital-only Switch? Or perhaps something more revolutionary? With a 2020 release unlikely to happen, we discuss what the new Switch hardware may be and when we will see it. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.
Leaked Nintendo Switch Console May Have Revolutionary Concept
April 16, 2020 02:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBThe latest Nintendo Switch firmware may have leaked the development profile of an unannounced Switch console. Could the device be a TV-only Switch? A digital-only Switch? Or perhaps something more revolutionary? With a 2020 release unlikely to happen, we discuss what the new Switch hardware may be and when we will see it.
Sony's PS5 Gets Drastic Change to Compete with Xbox Series X
April 11, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBSend us a Text Message. The PlayStation 5's controller, the DualSense, has been officially detailed by Sony and the controller is a radical change from the DualShock brand. As next-gen plans heat up, the PS5 controller shows a drastic change in direction from Sony as they prepare to compete with the Xbox Series X later this year. What new gameplay possibilities will the DualSense offer? We discuss. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Suppo...
Final Fantasy 7 Remake a Marketing Failure
April 07, 2020 02:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBSend us a Text Message. Square Enix's handling of Final Fantasy 7 Remake has brought forth questions of their marketing intents & whether or not they misled consumers in the lead up to the title's PS4 launch day. With Kimerex Project The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.
Why The Last of Us II Delay is the First of Many
April 02, 2020 19:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBSend us a Text Message. Naughty Dog has delayed The Last of Us Part 2 indefinitely and the ramifications of this delay will extend far beyond Sony and PS4. This is the first of many impending 2020 video game delays, as the delays may soon reach the next-generation launch plans of the PS5 and Xbox Series. Aside from delays, the economic and logistical impacts may have a long-term effect on the video game industry in 2020 and beyond. The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen o...
3D Mario Remasters Coming in 2020, Here's What to Expect from Nintendo
April 01, 2020 02:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MBSend us a Text Message. Nintendo is set to celebrate Super Mario's 35th anniversary in a BIG way, as reports suggest the company plans to bring Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy to the Nintendo Switch with new enhancements. Will this trio play a pivotal role in Nintendo's 2020 holiday lineup? The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.
And the Winner is... PS5 vs Xbox Series X
March 19, 2020 01:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBSend us a Text Message. After months of rumors, official PlayStation 5 specs have been revealed. As Sony's next-gen hardware prepares to go up against Microsoft's Xbox Series X, we discuss the PS5 specs & compare them to the Xbox Series X to see which has the edge entering this epic next-generation confrontation. Follow Nate the Hate on Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/NateTheHate2 The Gaming Blender Could you design a video game? Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the Show.