Press YYZ
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -Press YYZ is a video game podcast hosted by three friends from the Great White North. Tune in weekly to hear us chat about what we've been playing, debate everything in the industry worth debating, and laugh at the absurdities of our favourite pastime.
If you like the show, be sure to subscribe to us wherever you get your favourite podcasts, and to follow us on Twitter @PressYYZ. Thank you for listening!
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Episodes
014 - 5x5: The Best Non- Traditional Sports Games
May 04, 2020 00:32 - 1 hour - 220 MBIt's time for some sports ball! This week the YYZ crew tackles what is the best non- traditional sports game in a game of 5x5 and let's just say things get a little unconventional. As well we discuss new release dates for some major first-party PlayStation games, the reveal of Assassins Creed Valhalla, and whatever the heck that Google Stadia Connect was in this week's episode of Press YYZ. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instag...
5x5: The Best Non-Traditional Sports Games - Press YYZ Ep. 14
May 04, 2020 00:32 - 1 hour - 220 MBIt's time for some sports ball! This week, the YYZ crew debate the best non-traditional sports games - and let's just say things get weird. We also discuss new release dates for some major first-party PlayStation games, the reveal of Assassins Creed Valhalla, and whatever the heck that Google Stadia Connect was in this week's episode of Press YYZ. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: Yo...
013 - Video Game Rehab: Mass Effect
April 26, 2020 21:54 - 2 hours - 228 MBThere once was an RPG studio in Canada that wanted to not only make a game where your choices mattered to the story but where every decision would affect the universe. With that Mass Effect was born and for a while, it was on top of the world as one of the most renowned RPG franchises. But now it needs help remembering it's identity and that's exactly what the Press YYZ crew is here to do. Along with that, we talk more about Animal Crossing and how it's a smash hit for Nintendo, Call of Duty...
Video Game Rehab: Mass Effect - Press YYZ Ep. 13
April 26, 2020 21:54 - 2 hours - 228 MBThere once was an RPG studio from Canada that wanted to make a trilogy of games - a trilogy where players would travel to the farthest reaches of the galaxy to help alien civilizations in need, and determine the fate of the universe. It's this want that gave birth to Mass Effect, a role-playing phenomenon that was briefly on top of the world as one of the industry's most renowned franchises. But now it needs help remembering its identity - and that's exactly what the Press YYZ crew are here ...
012 - Round Table: Our Biggest Gaming Regrets
April 19, 2020 23:10 - 1 hour - 196 MBWe all have major gaming regrets, and this week we dive right into our hosts' dirty little secrets. We also talk about what we've been up to this week *cough* Final Fantasy VII Remake *cough*, some turnip talk, the continuation of the Cooking Mama drama, and more! PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagram - @blatantlyalex ...
Round Table: Our Biggest Gaming Regrets - Press YYZ Ep. 12
April 19, 2020 23:10 - 1 hour - 196 MBWe all have major gaming regrets, and this week we dive right into them. We also talk about what we've been up to this week (*cough* Final Fantasy VII Remake *cough*), some turnip talk, the continuation of the Cooking Mama drama, and more! Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter.com/PressYYZ | Instagr...
Player's Choice: Most Important RPGs OF ALL TIME! - Press YYZ Ep. 11
April 13, 2020 04:03 - 1 hour - 219 MBWith the release of Final Fantasy VII Remake this week, the crew decided to collaborate on a list of the most important RPGs of all time. An Animal Crossing update, next-gen discussion (including the DualSense), and general shenanigans round out this episode! Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter.com/...
011 - Player's Choice: Most Important RPGs OF ALL TIME!
April 13, 2020 04:03 - 1 hour - 219 MBWith the release of Final Fantasy VII Remake this week, the crew decided to collaborate on a list of the most important RPGs of all time. An Animal Crossing update, next-gen discussion (including the DualSense), and general shenanigans round out this episode! PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagram - @blatantlyalex Twitte...
010 - 5x5: Our Most Wanted Remakes & Remasters!
April 05, 2020 22:02 - 1 hour - 187 MBThe world has continued to grind to halt as we're continuing to self-isolate. Fortunately, that has given us all plenty of time to play more video games. With the release of Resident Evil 3 Remake, Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remaster, and Final Fantasy VII Remake being right around the corner the hosts of Press YYZ decided to bring back 5x5 and rank their most wanted remakes and remasters. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKo...
5x5: Our Most Wanted Remakes & Remasters! - Press YYZ Ep. 10
April 05, 2020 22:02 - 1 hour - 187 MBThe world continues to grind to a halt as we continue to self-isolate. Fortunately, this has given us all plenty of time to play more video games. With the release of Resident Evil 3 Remake, Call Of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remaster, and Final Fantasy VII Remake being right around the corner, the hosts of Press YYZ decided to bring back 5x5 and rank their most wanted remakes and remasters. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past e...
009 - Animal Crossing is DOOMed!
March 30, 2020 02:19 - 1 hour - 191 MBWe're still isolated, and there really isn't any news, so what do we talk about? Everything we've been playing and streaming of course! The meat of the show is a deep dive into our time with DOOM Eternal and Animal Crossing. Join us, won't you? PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagram - @blatantlyalex Twitter - @blatantly_...
Animal Crossing is DOOMed! - Press YYZ Ep. 9
March 30, 2020 02:19 - 1 hour - 191 MBWe're still isolated, and there really isn't any news, so what do we talk about? Everything we've been playing and streaming of course! The meat of the show is a deep dive into our time with DOOM Eternal and Animal Crossing. Join us, won't you? Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter.com/PressYYZ | Inst...
008 - Round Table: Xbox Series X Vs. PlayStation 5
March 23, 2020 02:52 - 1 hour - 179 MBLast week Sony held a Livestream with lead system architect of the Playstation 5 Mark Cerny going into many of the hardware spec details of the PS5. Coupled that with all of the news of the Xbox Series X, Microsoft has been teasing the last little while the podcast crew decided during their social distancing that they would sit down and talk about both next-gen consoles in a new segment called Round Table. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @A...
Round Table: Xbox Series X Vs. PlayStation 5 - Press YYZ Ep. 8
March 23, 2020 02:52 - 1 hour - 179 MBLast week, Sony held a Livestream in which Mark Cerny - the lead system architect of the Playstation 5 - went into great detail into the upcoming console's inner workings. Coupled that with all of the Xbox Series X news that Microsoft has been teasing the last little while, the podcast crew decided during their social distancing that they would sit down and talk about both next-gen consoles in a new segment called Round Table. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twit...
Player’s Choice: Definitive E3 Moments - Press YYZ Ep. 7
March 16, 2020 01:29 - 2 hours - 188 MBE3 2020 is canceled. Now what? The gang is all here, and we discuss the ramifications of E3's cancellation in depth. In a game of Player's Choice, the podcast crew builds a list of the definitive E3 moments from previous conferences. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter.com/PressYYZ | Instagram.com/P...
007 - Player’s Choice: Definitive E3 Moments
March 16, 2020 01:29 - 2 hours - 188 MBE3 2020 is canceled. Now what? The gang is all here, and we discuss the ramifications of E3's cancellation in depth. In a game of Player's Choice, the podcast crew builds a list of the definitive E3 moments from previous conferences. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagram - @blatantlyalex Twitter - @blatantly_Alex Natha...
5x5: Rank The Best Pokemon! - Press YYZ Ep. 6
March 09, 2020 02:11 - 2 hours - 221 MBIt's time to be the very best! In honour of Pokémon Day, our pokémaniacs play 5x5 to determine the best Pokémon. We also cover our thoughts on the Final Fantasy 7 Remake demo, the latest impact of COVID-19 on the gaming industry, and Kozi gives us his first impressions of Bloodroots. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter an...
006 - 5x5: Rank the Best Pokémon!
March 09, 2020 02:11 - 2 hours - 221 MBIt's time to be the very best! In honour of Pokémon Day, our pokémaniacs play 5x5 to determine the best Pokémon. We also cover our thoughts on the Final Fantasy 7 Remake demo, the latest impact of COVID-19 on the gaming industry, and Kozi gives us his first impressions of Bloodroots. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagra...
005 - Player's Choice: Must-Have Next-Gen Features
March 01, 2020 22:24 - 2 hours - 235 MBOn the latest episode of this up-and-coming podcast, we decided to try something new! Our new main segment - Player's Choice - is introduced, where we make a list of the must-have next-gen features. We also discuss the latest next-gen news, updates from Yacht Club Games, and get up to our usual shenanigans. Join us, won't you? PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instag...
Player's Choice: Must-Have Next-Gen Features - Press YYZ Ep. 5
March 01, 2020 22:24 - 2 hours - 235 MBOn the latest episode of this up-and-coming podcast, we decided to try something new! A new main segment - Player's Choice - is introduced, where we make a list of our must-have next-gen features. We also discuss the latest next-gen news, updates from Yacht Club Games, and get up to our usual shenanigans. Join us, won't you? Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find o...
Let's Rank The Best Games Of The Generation - Press YYZ Ep. 4
February 23, 2020 20:20 - 1 hour - 198 MBDISCLAIMER! We had technical problems recording this week's episode of Press YYZ: A Video Game Podcast. These problems were so bad that we didn't feel comfortable releasing the episode as-is - so we decided to reach into the vault and release the first test episode of Press YYZ instead. We will return to normal next week - but for now, please enjoy! Kozi hosts the podcast this week. We talk about the crunch that befell Doom Eternal despite it being delayed, Valve assuring that Half-Life Aly...
004 - Let's Rank The Best Games Of The Generation!
February 23, 2020 20:20 - 1 hour - 198 MBDISCLAIMER! We had technical problems recording this week's episode of Press YYZ: A Video Game Podcast. These problems were so bad that we didn't feel comfortable releasing the normal episode. So, in turn, we reached into the vault and are releasing the first test episode of Press YYZ. We will be returning to normal next episode but for now please enjoy! Kozi hosts the podcast this week. The talks about the crunch that came to Doom Eternal despite the fact that it was delayed, Half-Life Ayl...
003 - Let's Rank Video Game Protagonists!
February 17, 2020 01:56 - 1 hour - 195 MBAlex hosts the podcast this week, and Kozi makes a game-changing announcement! The team discusses Sony's acquisition of Insomniac Games, Anthem making a comeback, and the continued demise of E3. To finish the show, Alex takes us through another game of 5x5, where we attempt to rank the best video game protagonists. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMit...
Let's Rank Video Game Protagonists! - Press YYZ Ep. 3
February 17, 2020 01:56 - 1 hour - 195 MBAlex hosts the podcast this week, and Kozi makes a game-changing announcement! The team discusses Sony's acquisition of Insomniac Games, Anthem making a comeback, and the continued demise of E3. To finish the show, Alex takes us through another game of 5x5, where we attempt to rank the best video game protagonists. Catch Press YYZ live every Wednesday at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out ab...
002 - Video Game Rehab: Street Fighter
February 09, 2020 23:29 - 1 hour - 182 MBWe survived episode 1! Now on to the next one...This week, the team discusses EA making bank in Q4 2019, the disastrous launch of Warcraft III: Reforged, and two major game studio departures. To end the show, we take the Street Fighter franchise to Video Game Rehab. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagram - @blatantlyale...
Video Game Rehab: Street Fighter - Press YYZ Ep. 2
February 09, 2020 23:29 - 1 hour - 182 MBWe survived episode 1! Now on to episode two. This week, the team discusses EA making bank in Q4 2019, the disastrous launch of Warcraft III: Reforged, and two major game studio departures. To end the show, we take the Street Fighter franchise to Video Game Rehab. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter...
001 - Let's Rank Video Game Villains!
February 01, 2020 23:22 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBWelcome to PressYYZ! This week, we release our first episode! We discuss the GDC20 State of the Game Industry Report and Pokemon HOME details. We round out the show with a game of 5x5 - Best Video Game Villains. PressYYZ Twitter - @PressYYZ Alexander Kozina Twitch - kozibearlive Twitter - @AlexKozina Instagram - @AlexKozina Mitch George Twitter - @MrMitchGeorge Instagram - @MrMitchGeorge Alex Balant Instagram - @blatantlyalex Twitter - @blatantly_Alex Nathan McInerney Twitter ...
Let's Rank Video Game Villains! - Press YYZ Ep. 1
February 01, 2020 23:22 - 1 hour - 97.8 MBWelcome to Press YYZ! This week, we release our first episode! We discuss the GDC20 State of the Game Industry Report and Pokemon HOME details. We round out the show with a game of 5x5 - Best Video Game Villains. Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter.com/PressYYZ | Instagram.com/PressYYZ Become a par...
Press YYZ Trailer - Is This Thing On?
January 30, 2020 05:22 - 44 seconds - 698 KBStarting a podcast is hard. Hopefully, this trailer gives you some insight into what we plan to deliver to each of you weekly (we hope...). If you like the show, please subscribe to us wherever you get your favourite podcasts. Be sure to follow @PressYYZ on Twitter to connect and keep up with us.
Is This Thing On? - Press YYZ Trailer
January 30, 2020 05:22 - 44 seconds - 698 KBStarting a podcast is hard. Hopefully, this trailer gives you some insight into what we plan to deliver on ours on weekly basis (we hope!) Catch Press YYZ live Wednesdays at 8:00 PM EST on Twitch: Twitch.tv/pressYYZ Enjoy past episodes and other exclusive content on YouTube: YouTube.com/PressYYZ Find out about future programming on Twitter and Instagram: Twitter.com/PressYYZ | Instagram.com/PressYYZ Become a part of our community by joining our Discord server: https://invite.gg/press...