TXR Podcast
233 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★ - 4 ratingsFounded in 2015, TXR Podcast is a Xbox Centric Channel bringing informative Insightful new about the gaming industry, while paying respects to those who have created.
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Xbox Gaming & Amazon Fire Stick Partnership I Crash N-Sane Trilogy & More Coming To Xbox Game Pass
July 08, 2024 19:26 - 1 hour - 270 MBTXR Podcast # 317 Hello and welcome back to another edition of The Xbox Roundtable Podcast! For this one we'll be covering Xbox Gaming and Amazon announcing a new partnership to put Xbox on Amazon Fire Stick's. An unexpected move from the tech giant pair? As well there are rumors spreading of Crash N-Sane Trilogy and more coming to Xbox Game Pass in the very near future. Will this open up the flood gates for Activision-Blizzard content going forward?
Capcom game Skips Xbox I Black Myth Wukong Xbox Delay I Nintendo Direct June 2024 I Xbox CMO Departs
June 25, 2024 21:01 - 2 hours - 321 MBTXR Podcast # 316 Thanks for joining us tonight! For this edition of The Xbox Roundtable Podcast we'll be discussing a variety of topics including the recent Nintendo Direct. Did they have a good games showcase? As well recently games have been absent Xbox releases including Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection, Fear Effect to name a few. Why are they ignoring Xbox gamers? Black Myth Wukong has been seemingly delayed for Xbox. Is there something more to this? And Xbox CMO Jerret West has l...
Summer Game Fest I IGN Live - Phil Spencer Interview I Ubisoft Forward I Xbox Handheld
June 18, 2024 22:37 - 1 hour - 257 MBTXR Podcast # 314 Thanks for tuning in! For this episode of The Xbox Roundtable Podcast we'll be covering The announcements from the Ubisoft Forward event. Plus IGN Live - with particular attention to the Phil Spencer Interview.. All this and more!
Xbox Games Showcase 2024 Recap I Gears of War E-Day I Perfect Dark I State of Decay 3 I Avowed
June 10, 2024 18:24 - 2 hours - 335 MBTXR Podcast # 314 Greetings! For this episode of the Xbox Roundtable Podcast we'll be covering the Xbox Games Showcase and Call of Duty Direct. With rumors mounting, will this be the BEST Xbox games Showcase we have ever seen?
Xbox Games Showcase Predictions I Avowed I PlayStation State of Play Analysis I Concord I Astrobot
June 03, 2024 20:10 - 2 hours - 289 MBTXR Podcast # 313 We are back at it again! For this edition of The Xbox Roumdtable Podcast we'll be covering the latest PlayStation State of Play. Did PlayStation show off anything new and exciting? As well we'll be ging into our very own predictions for the upcoming Xbox Games Showcase.
Hellblade 2 Impressions I Doom The Dark Ages LEAKS - New Medieval Theme I Warhammer Skulls Showcase
May 27, 2024 18:49 - 2 hours - 318 MBTXR Podcast # 312 Welcome back to The Xbox Roundtable Podcast! We'll be deep diving into Hellblade 2. The title has finally released and we'll give you our thoughts on it. Is this game a major win for Ninja Theory? Also a new Doom game has been recently leaked out - Doom The Dark Ages. Will this medieval themed Doom be exclsuive to Xbox? Plus all the big announcements and showings from Warhammer Skulls Showcase!
WSJ Report - Next Call of Duty in Game Pass Day One I Elsewhere Entertainment - New AAA Xbox Studio
May 23, 2024 23:15 - 1 hour - 261 MBTXR Podcast # 311 We're back for another exciting episode of The Xbox Roundtable Podcast! For this one we'll be delving into reports from the Wall Street Journal of the next Call of Duty tit;e to be in Xbox Game Pass Day 1. Is this a clever move by Microsoft to generate more Game Pass subscriptions? Also Xbox and Activision have announced a brand new AAA studio based in Warsaw, Poland. Is there any clues of what they could be working on? This and much more!
Xbox Closes Arkane Austin - Tango Gameworks - Alpha Dog Studios I Roundhouse I Xbox Mobile Store
May 13, 2024 19:15 - 2 hours - 364 MBTXR Podcast # 310 Get ready for another adventure with The Xbox Roundtable Podcast! For this one the panel will be covering recent announcement of Xbox shuttering 3 Bethesda Studios - Arkane Austin, Tango Gameworks and Alpha Dog Studios. As well merging Roundhouse Games into Zenimax Online Studios. Is this a bad sign for Xbox Studios? Or the overall health of the video game industry? Will more layoffs be coming in the near future? Plus news of an Xbox Mobile Store coming soon!
Xbox Titles TAKE OVER PlayStation Store I Harold Halibut I Sea of Thieves New Milestone I KCD2
May 11, 2024 21:43 - 1 hour - 240 MBTXR Podcast # 309 Thanks for tuning into The Xbox Roundtable Podcast! For this one we'll be discussing newly released Harold Halibut along with the very recently announced Kingdom Come Deliverance 2. Sea of Thieves has hit a new player milestone. We'll touch on the success of that IP plus Xbox titles asserting dominance on the PlayStation Store. All this and more!
Fallout TV Show Is THE BOMB I Fallout 4 I NetEase & Microsoft Bring Back Blizzard Games To China
April 15, 2024 22:53 - 1 hour - 269 MBTXR Podcast # 308 Welcome back! For this episode of The Xbox Roundtable Podcast we'll be diving into Fallout news! the new Amazon Prime TV show is getting a very positive impression across media and fans alike. Will we see more Bethesda titles make their way to Prime? As well lots of updates coming to Fallout 4! And NetEase & Microsoft have made a new partnership for Blizzard-Activision games to make their way into China again. Will this China be responsive?
Hellblade 2 Previews I Xbox Backwards Compatibility News I Xbox June Showcase Rumors I Gears 6
April 09, 2024 20:21 - 2 hours - 326 MBTXR Podcast # 307 We're back! For this episode The Xbox Roundtable Podcast We'll be discussing Hellblade 2 previews. Is the game shaping up to be a smash hit? Or is the talk of 30 FPS dragging it down? As well news of Xbox getting back into backwards compatibility. New games rolling out soon? Or is this for the next hardware? Also rumblings of what could be at Xbox's June Showcase! All this and more.
Lightyear Frontier I Dragons Dogma 2 I Future Games Show I Enotria The Last Song Xbox Delay
March 25, 2024 21:59 - 2 hours - 346 MBTXR Podcast # 306 We're back for another episode of The Xbox Rountable Podcast! For this one we'll be touching on both Lightyear Frontier and Dragon's Dogma 2. Do they both live up to their respective hypes? As well We'll be discussing our highlights from the Future Games Show. Indie Title Entoria: The Last Song appears to be delaying the Xbox version of the game over others. As well some new Game Pass addition highlights!
New Hellblade 2 Screenshots I Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection Issues I Persona 6 Xbox
March 18, 2024 21:27 - 2 hours - 318 MBTXR Podcast # 305 Welcome back The Xbox Rountable Podcast! For this one we plan on covering newly released Hellblade 2 screen shots made with the in game photomode. Will we be learning more about the game soon? As well Star Wars Battlefront Classic Collection is off to a rocky start. Can the issues be fixed to save this classic collection? Plus Persona 6, Dragons Dogma 3, Nobody Wants To Die, and more!
Xbox Partner Preview I Stalker Trilogy I First Berserker I WB Games Shifts To Live Service Games
March 11, 2024 22:42 - 2 hours - 366 MBTXR Podcast # 304 Welcome back The Xbox Rountable Podcast! For this edition we will be covering the latest Xbox Partner Preview. This included The Stalker Trilogy, The Sinking City 2, The First Berkserker, Kintsu-Gami and plenty more titles coming to Xbox or day and date to Xbox Gane Pass. As well we'll be touching on WB Games shifting sentiment to more live service titles in the place of single player ones. All this and more!
Toys For Bob Going Independent I Saber Interactive Independence I Sony London Closure I EA Layoffs
March 04, 2024 23:07 - 2 hours - 323 MBTXR Podcast # 303 We are back for another one! Join TXR tonight as the panel go over the news of studio Toys for Bob breaking off from Xbox and going independent. With talk of them forming a game partnership. As well Saber Interactive has announced it will be splitting from Embracer Group. Will more studios be splintering fromt the big group? As well Sony and EA have announced big layoffs. More to come for the industry?
Xbox Business Update Event Recap I Vision For The Future I Next Gen Hardware Tease I Multiplat Games
February 26, 2024 22:50 - 2 hours - 395 MBTXR Podcast # 302 Welcome back The Xbox Rountable Podcast! We will be covering all the news and highlights from the Xbox Business Update. Xbox's vision for the future, Next Generation hardware teases for 2024 and Select Xbox Game Studio titles going multiplatform. Plus Diablo 4 confiirmed for Xbox Game Pass in March 2024! All this and more!
MEGA Xbox Game Rumors I PlayStation January State of Play I New Blizzard Leadership - Johanna Faries
February 05, 2024 20:00 - 2 hours - 334 MBTXR Podcast # 301 Welcome back The Xbox Rountable Podcast! For this one we'll be discussing what we thought of the latest PlayStation State of Play. Any stand out titles? As wll we'll talking about the appointment of Johanna Faries to head of Blizzard. Is this a good move going forward? Plus more!
Microsoft January Xbox Layoffs I Activision Blizzard I Mike Ybarra I Project Odyssey Canceled
January 30, 2024 02:48 - 2 hours - 330 MBTXR Podcast # 300 Welcome tonight to another episode of #TXR. For this one we'll be discussing the mass layoffs currently happening around the game industry. With a focus on Microsoft and Xbox in particular and how it will effect their studios, highlighting Activision-Blizzard studios.
Xbox Developer Direct Highlights I Avowed I Indiana Jones and the Great Circle I Palworld Success
January 22, 2024 19:10 - 2 hours - 326 MBTXR Podcast # 299 Thanks for joining TXR! We'll be going over all the news from the Xbox Developer Direct. Avowed, Hellblade 2, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Ara History Untold & Visions of Mana. As well the successful launch of Palworld!
Xbox Developer Direct Officially Announced I Elder Scrolls Online 2024 Reveal I Indiana Jones I Ara
January 15, 2024 21:19 - 1 hour - 252 MBTXR Podcast # 298 Thanks for joining TXR! For this one we'll be giving our expectations for the Xbox Developer Direct coming next week (January 18th!) Will we be getting release dates for the listed games? More gameplay? Some surprises? Shadow drops? Plus Elder Scrolls event expectations!
Insomniac Hack I Journalism Integrity I Xbox Developer Direct I Rumor-Xbox Game Going Multiplat
January 08, 2024 21:26 - 2 hours - 145 MBTXR Podcast # 297 Happy 2024! Welcome back to the TXR Podcast! For this first episode of the new year we'll be covering the massive Insomniac Games hack that happened a couple of weeks ago. What stands out from the leak? Why are game journalists choosing to not cover the leaks? As well there are rumors swirling of an Xbox Developer Direct this month. How likely is it we see something announced soon? Plus talk of a high acclaimed Xbox game going multiplatform. What game could it be? All thi...
Disney Xbox Indiana Jones & Blade Exclusivity I Last of Us Online CANCELLED I 2023 Game Of the Year
December 18, 2023 23:12 - 2 hours - 122 MBTXR Podcast # 296 Welcome back to TXR! For the last show of the year we'll be diving into Disney comments regarding Indiana Jones and Blade exlcusivity with Xbox. Does Disney see this as a positive thing? Also studio Naughty Dog has come out that The Last of Us Online is officially cancelled. Does this show a drastic shift with Games as a service within Sony? Plus our perosnal games of the year!
The Game Awards 2023 I Hellblade 2 I Blade Reveal Xbox Exclusive I Kojima's OD I Grand Theft Auto 6
December 11, 2023 19:16 - 2 hours - 136 MBTXR Podcast # 295 We're back! For this episode we'll be discussing Grand Theft Auto 6's Reveal. As well The Game Awards have quickly come and gone. Did Xbox have a good showing? Hellblade, Blade, OD and more!
Tim Stuart Comments I Phil Spencer Windows Central Interview I Xbox Mobile Store I Microsoft Rewards
December 04, 2023 22:50 - 2 hours - 113 MBTXR Podcast # 294 Welcome back to #TXR! For this offering we'll be covering recent comments made by Xbox Financial Officer Tim Stuart that spark some confusion. As well the recent Windows Central Phil Spencer Interview. Talk is circulating of Xbox pushing a mobile store sooner than anticipated. Will we be seeing it sooner than we thought? Plus Microsoft Reward Points getting even more cut down. All this and more!
The Game Awards 2023 Nominations I Dan Greenwalt Turn 10 Promotion I Last of Us 2 Remastered PS5
November 21, 2023 00:25 - 2 hours - 131 MBTXR Podcast # 293 Thanks for turning into #TXR! For this one we'll be covering the nominee's for the Game Awards 2023. Will Xbox have a presence? Did Starfield get snubbed? As well changes at Turn 10 as Dan Greenwalt has seen a promotion. And Sony has announced a Remaster for the Last of Us 2.
Phil Spencer Famitsu Interview I Game Pass PC Japan Success I Jusant I Modern Warfare 3 Criticisms
November 13, 2023 18:09 - 1 hour - 94.3 MBTXR Podcast # 292 Welcome back to another episode of #TXR! For this iteration we'll be discussing Phil Spencer's Famistu interview. What more does Xbox need to do to crack the Japanese PC gaming market? Jusant has released and has seen success in Xbox Game Pass. Is Game Pass the home of Indie game darlings? And Modern Warfare 3 has been met with shro criticisms on its release. Is it deserved? All this and more!
BlizzCon 2023 Announcements I Bungie Layoffs I Xbox Unofficial Controller Crackdown
November 11, 2023 00:14 - 2 hours - 123 MBTXR Podcast # 291 Welcome back to another episode of #TXR! We'll be diving into all the news that came out from BlizzCon. Were there any new games or hints? As well Bungie recently got hit with layoffs - inc;luding some big names. Is the developer in bad shape? Plus Xbox removing support for unofficial third party accessories. Is this a bad move or quality control?
Xbox Management & Marketing Changes I Xbox Partner Preview Showcase I Alan Wake 2 I Halo Infinite
November 04, 2023 13:13 - 2 hours - 123 MBTXR Podcast # 290 The TXR panel is back in action! With TWo new additions to the full time TXR panel! For this one we'll be discussing Xbox making changes to its management and marketing personnel. Also Xbox recently had a third party partner preview. Was it worth highlighting? Plus our first impressions of Alan Wake 2 and possibly some Halo Infinite Season 5 Reckoning talk.
Microsoft COMPLETES Activision-Blizzard-King Deal I Forza Motorsport I Dark Tide I Cocoon
October 17, 2023 23:16 - 2 hours - 181 MBTXR Podcast # 289 Welcome back to TXR! We'll be discussing the MASSIVE news that the Microsoft purchase of Activision has finally been completed. Our thoughts on the impact of this mega deal's closure and it's effects on the industry. As well Activision already hinting at projects to bring back. The panel will also touch on recent releases such as Forza Motorsport , Warhammer 40k Dark Tide, Cocoon & much more!
Jim Ryan RETIRES From PlayStation I FTC Strikes BACK At Microsoft I Xbox Cloud Meta Quest
October 10, 2023 22:44 - 2 hours - 43.2 MBTXR Podcast #288 TXR is BACK in action! For this one we'll be covering A LOT of PlayStation news. Head of PlayStation Jim Ryan announced he'll be retiring from the company. How does this effect PlayStation moving forward? As well Sony hacks, KOTOR rumors and more! The FTC is striking back at Microsoft and will revive its challenge against the company. Will this effect the Activision purchase? And Xbox Cloud Gaming going to Meta Quest! Featuring: TwoStepGrimez
CMA GREEN LIGHTS Microsoft Activision Deal I Xbox Email Leak - Future Roadmap I Tokyo Game Show 2023
September 25, 2023 21:10 - 2 hours - 188 MBTXR Podcast #287 Welcome to TXR! LOTS of topics to cover for this one! The UK CMA has now greenlit the approval for the Microsoft acquisition of Activision-Blizzard-King. Will the deal finally close in October? Also there was a MAJOR Xbox email leak detailing the brands future plans, games and more. Will everything leaked come to fruition? As well news from the Tokyo Game Show and more! Featuring: Plume Network
Unity Drama - Developers Up In Arms Over Controversy I Embracer To Sell Gearbox I Square Enix
September 18, 2023 19:01 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBTXR Podcast #286 Welcome to TXR! For tonights show we'll be discussing the developer outrage over Unity's plans for software distribution in 2024. Can they fix this PR mess? Embracer Group is reported to be interested in offloading Gearbox. Is there a publisher that would be willing to buy the Borderlands outfit? Also Square Enix losing $2 billion in market value. Do they need to turn things around?
Starfield BIGGEST Bethesda Game Launch EVER - 6 Million & Counting I Embracer Shuts Down Volition
September 11, 2023 23:27 - 1 hour - 110 MBTXR Podcast #285 Welcome to tonight's episode of the TXR Podcast! For this one we'll be talking more Starfield! It has become Bethesda's biggest game launch of all time. Can this new IP rival the likes of Fallout & Elder Scrolls? Also we'll discuss the shut down of Volition and the reasons why Embracer Group made this decision of the storied studio.
Starfield Early Access - Game Impressions I Starfield Reviews I PS Plus HUGE Price Increase
September 04, 2023 20:35 - 1 hour - 102 MBTXR Podcast #284 The TXR crew is back! Tonight we'll be covering our first impressions of Starfield. the game is out for people in early access and reviews are coming in very favorable. Is this a game of the generation? Also Sony has increased the prices for all tiers of PlayStation Plus. Is this a big mistake? Or expected since Xbox Game Pass had a hike a few weeks ago?
Gamescom Highlights - Xbox Dominates With STRONG Showing I Xbox Announces Xbox Series X Wraps
August 30, 2023 22:48 - 1 hour - 104 MBTXR Podcast #283 Welcome to the latest edition of TXR! Tonight we'll be covering Gamescom. Xbox had a strong presence at the show, we'll give our thoughts. Age of Empires 4 Console Edition, Ara History Untold and more. As well Xbox announces Console Wraps to personalize consoles. Will this customization be popular?
Starfield Goes Gold - Positive Industry Hints I Xbox 360 Store Shutsdown 2024 I Baldurs Gate 3 XBS
August 22, 2023 23:19 - 2 hours - 135 MBTXR Podcast #282 TXR is ready to rumble Sundays! Tune in as well delve into Starfield going gold! With hints from early reviewers that the game is in great shape. As well Microsoft revealed that the Xbox 360 Storefront will be closing in 2024. is this a sign of the times or a mistake on Microsoft's part? Also Baldurs Gate 3 has been raking in many applauses, but is absent on Xbox Series systems. Is Xbox's parity clause at fault? All this and more!
Obsidian 20th Anniversary Documentary I Killer Instinct Returns! I Red Dead Redemption Controversy
August 14, 2023 23:54 - 1 hour - 104 MBTXR Podcast #281: TXR is ready for another Sunday! Join us live as we discuss Obsidians 20th Anniversary Documentary as it goes into new details over the development of Avowed. Killer Instinct is back! We'll go into new details on the update for the fighting title. As well fan outcry over the rerelease of Red Dead Redemption 2. All this and more!
Interview with Evan Anthony -Creative Lead at Studio Feral Cat Den - Genesis Noir I Xbox Game Pass
August 01, 2023 00:04 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBTXR Podcast #280: The TXR panel is back in action! Interview with Feral Cat Den's Evan Anthony.
Xbox's Impact on Call of Duty | Older Games Extinction | Xbox SSD Controversy | Family Plan Update
July 31, 2023 23:43 - 2 hours - 120 MBTXR Podcast #279: Welcome back to the TXR panel's explosive return! Brace yourself for deep dives into Xbox's Impact on Activision & Call of Duty, older game's extinction situation, an analysis of the Xbox SSD Controversy, and an update on the Family Plan. Join us for riveting gaming discussions like never before!
Exciting Future of Gaming: Xbox's Epic Acquisition | Game Pass Releases | Major Nelson's Departure
July 31, 2023 23:28 - 2 hours - 120 MBTXR Podcast #278: Gear up for an exhilarating gaming experience as the legendary TXR panel reunites! Get ready to dive into the Exciting Future of Gaming, with discussions on Xbox's Epic Acquisition, thrilling Game Pass Releases, and the departure of Major Nelson. Join us for insightful conversations and insider insights you won't want to miss!
Xbox Activision Updates I Xbox Series Console & Game Pass Price Hikes I People Can Fly New Exclusive
July 10, 2023 21:28 - 2 hours - 113 MBTXR Podcast 277: The TXR panel is back in action! We'll be delving into the ongoing court battle between Xbox and the FTC. New court documents reveal many things, including Microsoft's prospective acquisition interests, the Judge grilling the FTC and much more. Microsoft has also announce that Xbox Series Consoles and Game Pass will be getting a price hike. Is this a mistake or just following the industry? As well, new documents reveal studio People Can Fly are working on an Xbox IP. What ...
Xbox vs FTC Legal Battle | Indiana Jones Game Xbox EXCLUSIVE | Xbox Capcom Ubisoft Show Roundup
June 29, 2023 01:28 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBTXR Podcast #276: We’re back! After taking the Fathers Day weekend off we plan to catch up with all the game show announcements. From the Xbox Extended Showcase, Capcom, Ubisoft Forward, Summer GameFest and possibly more. The panel will also be covering the ongoing legal disputes surrounding Microsoft’s fight with the FTC. Is Xbox hitting back hard against the US regulatory body? Finally we’ll also be tackling news of Bethesda’s Indiana Jone game being EXCLUSIVE to the Xbox ecosystem. Is th...
Xbox Game Showcase 2023 Post Show Recap & Reactions I Starfield Direct I Clockwork Revolution
June 15, 2023 00:26 - 2 hours - 114 MBTXR Podcast 275: Welcome back to the show! For this one we'll be focusing on the Xbox Games Showcase announcements. Giving our thoughts and reactions post show on games such as Starfield, Fable, Avowed, Towerborne, Clockwork Revolution, South of Midnight, Avowed, Pay Day 3 and so much more!
Xbox Showcase 2023 Predictions I Fable Tease I New Exclusives I Game Pass I Diablo 4 Impressions
June 15, 2023 00:11 - 2 hours - 113 MBTXR Podcast 274: TXR is back at it again! join the panel tonight as we discuss our predictions for the Xbox Game Showcase next week. What do we think will be shown off? As well Diablo 4 is finally released inti the wild. Does this game live up to its legacy? This and much more!
PlayStation Showcase Reactions I Microsoft APPEALS CMA - Goes To CAT I Warhammer Skulls Showcase
May 29, 2023 23:41 - 2 hours - 118 MBTXR Podcast 273: TXR is BACK at it! The panel is excited to discussed the recent PlayStation Game Showcase. What are our reactions to the event? Find out soon! As well Microsoft has gone to tribunal against the UK CMA. Is a turn of events imminent? Games Workshop had its Warhammer Skulls Showcase. What are our thoughts on the titles revealed? All this and more! Featuring: DotzRTS Twitter: @DotzRTS Grimez Twitter: fakemayhemog
Xbox Activision Deal APPROVED By EU I CMA Reacts After Approval I PlayStation Showcase Predictions
May 29, 2023 22:41 - 2 hours - 111 MBTXR Podcast 272: Welcome back to your favourite Sunday night Xbox-centric show! The panel will be discussing the EU APPROVING the Microsoft acquisition of Activision-Blizzard-King. Is this a BIG turning point in the ongoing saga? The UK CMA also made comments soon after this announcement. As well PlayStation has announce it's showcase date for May 24th! What do we expect to be shown? All this and more! Featuring: Derrick Hunter Twitter: @TheTrueDH Michael Oppong Twitter: @Otheory_
Redfall Launch & Reviews I Phil Spencer Kinda Funny Interview I Xbox Confidence With Starfield
May 08, 2023 19:48 - 2 hours - 119 MBTXR Podcast 271: Thanks for tuning in! For this one the panel will be tackling all kinds of HOT news from the week. Redfall is finally out in the wild and has been receiving plenty of mixed reviews and impressions. We'll give you our thoughts on the vampire shooter! As well Xbox's Phil Spencer recently did an interview with the Kinda Funny Podcast. Speaking about Redfall, Starfield , Bethesda and lots more. We'll give our own takes on the interview! Featuring: Diego Twitter: @UFallB4Me
UK CMA BLOCKS Microsoft Activision Deal I Microsoft & Activision Appeal I Jedi Survivor Launch Issue
May 01, 2023 20:01 - 2 hours - 126 MBTXR Podcast 270: Welcome to another exciting episode! The panel will go over the SHOCKING announcement the UK regulatory board has denied the Microsoft acquisition of Activision. Microsoft and Activision are looking to appeal the decision. We'll give our thoughts on the matter. Plus Star Wars Jedi: Survivor is out and has had a rocky start. With multiple performance issues across platforms. Is this a growing problem in the game industry? Featuring: CoolKidJoe Twitter: @CoolKidJoe
State of Xbox Game Studios I Hi-Fi Rush A Success I Minecraft Legends Impressions
April 24, 2023 21:44 - 2 hours - 113 MBTXR Podcast 269: Welcome to another exciting episode! For this one the panel will be discussing the current state of Xbox Game Studios. Reports are coming out that Microsoft is unhappy with how Xbox is currently. How much energy should we put into these reports? Hi-Fi is confirmed a HIT by Aaron Greenberg. As well Minecraft Legends has released. What do we think of of this RTS iteration of the smash hit IP? All this and more! Featuring: Michael Oppong Twitter: @Oppongstheory YouTube: @...
Redfall Performance Controversy I Jim Ryan Call of Duty Grievances I Joe Staten Leaves Xbox Studios
April 17, 2023 22:09 - 2 hours - 114 MBTXR Podcast 268: Welcome back to your favorite Sunday night box show! We'll be discussing plenty of hot topics including Redfall listing disappointing quality modes at launch. When will we see a performance mode? As well PlayStation head Jim Ryan responds to the CMA comments - stating that PlayStation would never recover from "downgraded" Call of Duty games. Is he reaching with these statements? As well multiple key names have left 343 Industries including Joe Staten and Frank O'Connor. Is...