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Shadow of the Erdtree's nomination for Game of the Year at The Game Awards has some people angry.

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Let's talk about Avowed, Dragon Quest III, and a big video game strike.

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Grand Theft Auto VI's release window narrows.

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Wolverine loses its creative director, the kool-aid man has warm blood and Halloween rules!!!

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Is Rayman gonna make a comeback? Would anyone care? And let's play a Halloween game!


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Firebreak is a new co-op game set in the Control universe. Let's talk about that!

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Nintendo is making an alarm clock! OK!

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Blizzard might be working in another starcraft shooter, Tony Hawk is giving us hope and we are probably going to start some beef by fixing another list 😐.

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Playstation did their thing early this week, Tokyo Game Show is taking over the world and Jeff couldnt get a PS5Pro #skillissue



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The Pokemon Company and Nintendo are suing the Palworld devs, Jeff flew a plane and State of Play soon?

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Well, let's talk about the PlayStation 5 Pro!

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Astro Bot is amazing. Also, we both have COVID!

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**editors note: there might be something weird going on with the ads so im sorry if you get ads outside the usual breaks. Hopefully it wont happend in future episodes.
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PS5 Pro rumors are swirling and an announcement seems imminent, but will the new console be worth much excitement?


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Gamescom news, Indy spelunks his way into the PS5 and Shawn is here to keep us in check.

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Veilguard release date leaked and then was confirmed, and Tango Gameworks is back from the dead thanks to *check notes... PUBG?

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Early reviews are in for the Borderlands movie and YIKES.

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What does the future of Bungie and Destiny look like after this week's terrible layoffs?


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Gaming unions are beginning to sprout up, and voice actors are striking.


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Are we able to enjoy Nintendo World Championship: NES Edition even with its glaring missing features?

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Xbox announced some big changes to Game Pass on all platforms this week. What do they mean for the future of the service? Jeff is joined by AJ Minotti to talk you through it all, chat about the other big news of the week, and compete in a draft of the best sports video games!

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Mike brought his brother AJ in to talk about Final Fantasy XIV's new expansion. Speaking of expansions, let's do a Mt. Rushmore of them!

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Elden Ring's expansion is selling well, creating discourses, and getting patched.

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Limited Run Games announced a bunch of new titles, including ... Bubsy? We're also gonna decide the Mt. Rushmore of gaming crossovers.


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We talk about everything we saw at SGF

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A new Astro Bot game is announced! Let's examine that and the rest of the PlayStation State of Play.

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Neil wants to fill the gap between gamers and non-gamers. And Call of Duty drops a very goofy teaser.

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Assassin's Creed: Shadows is sounding good, but will it live up to the hype? Jeff and Shawn discuss that, PlayStation's strategies moving forward, the best villains in gaming, and more!

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Xbox announced the closures of Tango Gameworks, Arkane Austin, and more this week. We're gonna talk you through this baffling decision, and have a conversation with our community about what we think the future of gaming looks like.

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Xbox has announced its big summer showcase. What should we expect there?


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• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

Stellar Blade is almost here, and it got good reviews. So everyone has calmed down now, right? Right?


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Fallout is popping off even though there isn't a new game.

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Motive is going to help with Battlefield. What does that mean for Dead Space?

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Hellbrade 2 is going to be 30 FPS and that makes some people upset! Maybe including one of us!

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Gearbox has a new owner, and Sega also let a big studio go. We'll talk about that and pick the Mt. Rushmore of Capcom games.

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Star Wars: Battlefront Classic Collection is having a rough launch. But we still played it! So, is it any good? Also, we're talking about 2018's best games.

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Warner Bros. wants to make more live service games because their live service game did poorly. OK!


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Closest to the Messy Pin rules:

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• In this version we will be using a Closest to the Pin Scoring System. We will NOT be using Price is Right Rules
• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

What the heck is happening at EA?

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Let's talk about Final Fantasy VII Rebirth! And to stay on theme, we're also picking the Mt. Rusmore of JRPGs.

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Well, we've finally heard from Xbox! Let's figure out how we feel about the company's future.


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So, what's going on with Xbox?

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Rumors suggest that both PlayStation and Xbox could be looking into making new handheld consoles. We're also picking the best fighting game guest characters.

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• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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Xbox is the latest gaming company to dish out massive layoffs, largely impacting its recently acquired studios like Blizzard. We're going to talk about that, pick the best games of 2013, and finally add some new titles to the Game Mess Hall of Fame. Oh, we've also been playing Tekken 8 and Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth.

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Xbox showed a bunch of good games! Let's talk about them! We're also picking the best games of 2012.


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The Beef & Cheddar Boys are live and in-person to decide the best games of 2023!

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We're going to pick the Mt. Rushmore of puzzle games!

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2023 was amazing, but how will 2024 look? We're also picking the best games from 2011.

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The Insomniac leaks happened, and it's a lot. Also, we're picking the best games from 2010.


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• The goal is to predict the game’s MetaCritic score.
• In this version we will be using a Closest to the Pin Scoring System. We will NOT be using Price is Right Rules
• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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Naughty Dog has officially canned The Last of Us Online/Factions 2. Also, we decide the best games of 2009.

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Forgot about 2023!! Let's start getting excited for 2024! That's easy to do after getting a good look at Dragon's Dogma 2. Also, we're picking the best games of 2008.

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(cristian notes... REST IN PISS HENRY BOY! AHAHAHAH (listen to the end for context :P))

Suicide Squad is back and trying to win people over. Is it winning US over? And we pick the best games of 2007.

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Jeff and (inferior Minotti after that Mega Man Legends take) AJ talk about the new Steam Deck OLED, Grand Theft Auto 6 getting its first official reveal soon, and more! Afterwards, they compete in a fantasy draft to make the best "Disney console"!


Console draft poll: https://x.com/JeffGrubb/status/1722826246969496048?s=20


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• The goal is to predict the game’s MetaCritic score.
• In this version we will be using a Closest to the Pin Scoring System. We will NOT be using Price is Right Rules
• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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Mike's on a boat somewhere, so Jeff & Shawn are gonna bring you the news, play Closest to the Messy Pin, and figure out what a "juicy" game is once and for all.


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• The goal is to predict the game’s MetaCritic score.
• In this version we will be using a Closest to the Pin Scoring System. We will NOT be using Price is Right Rules
• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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Whelp, guess Alan Wake 2 is another huge 2023 game we all need to play. We're also picking the best games of 2006!

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• The goal is to predict the game’s MetaCritic score.
• In this version we will be using a Closest to the Pin Scoring System. We will NOT be using Price is Right Rules
• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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Spider-Man 2! Super Mario Bros. Wonder! It's a crazy week! Oh, and we're picking our favorite video game villains.

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• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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We still think it's ugly, but Mike disagrees. Also, the best games of 2005!

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2023 has been a fantastic years for games, but why do we keep getting so much bad news? Also, we're drafting Halloween games!

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Epic is laying off almost 1000 people. Jim Ryan is retiring. What is going on?? Also, we're picking the best games of 2004.

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• In this version we will be using a Closest to the Pin Scoring System. We will NOT be using Price is Right Rules
• The score difference between your guess and the correct answer will be cumulated after every round, at the end of the game, lowest total score wins!
• If you guess the exact number, instead of a 0, you can deduct 5 points from your total score!

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Ubisoft announced The Division 3 in a tweet! Also, we're picking the best games of 2003.

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We talk about all the cool announcements at the Sept. 14th Nintendo Direct AND State of Play!


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By gawd! More Switch 2 rumors? The best game of 2001? Awwww hell yeah!

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Jeff, Mike and Shawn join forces to talk about one of the hottest realeses of the year. We also have a game for the boys to argue about.

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BioWare is laying off a bunch of staff. What does that mean for Dragon Age and Mass Effect? Also, we pick the best games of 2000.

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Alan Wake 2 gets a delay. Don't worry, it's a little one! But why? Let's discuss AND pick the best games of 1999.



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In this episode of Game Mess Decides, that Baldur's Gate 3 seems kinda popular.

The Decides crew also discusses the current success of the Nintendo Switch. To date, 130 million units of the console have been sold. The factors contributing to this significant sales figure will be explored in detail.

Next, the podcast will cover Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom reaching a notable milestone with 18.5 million copies sold.

Mike and Jeff will also have more to say about the anticipated specifications of the Switch 2. There are rumors that it may feature an 8-inch screen and 512GB of internal eMMC storage. The potential impact and implications of these features will be evaluated. This episode will also address the upcoming Oblivion remake and the remastered version of Quake 2, which could be released on August 11.Finally, the podcast will feature a special segment dedicated to the best games of 1997.

This episode of Game Mess Decides aims to decide everything about games so you never have to think for yourself.

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Sony announced that PlayStation 5 has sold 40 millions consoles. Let's talk about that. And since Jeff is away, we got TurboShawn on so him and Mike can rank some fighting games.

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Welcome to Game Mess Decides, the ultimate gaming podcast where we unpack the week's biggest topics. Blizzard brings its games to Steam, starting with Overwatch 2 in August. Microsoft and Activision negotiate a deal extension, while Microsoft commits to keeping Call of Duty on PlayStation post-acquisition. Xbox Live Gold is replaced by Xbox Game Pass Core, offering multiplayer gaming and a library of 25+ games. New EU regulations may require removable batteries in video game handhelds from 2027. Sega faces challenges in creating a Sega Saturn mini console. Dolphin Emulator halts Steam release due to Nintendo's copyright claims. Join us for expert insights and lively discussions on all things gaming!


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The FTC is not giving up it's fight against Xbox. Also, we're deciding the best game of 1995.


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Capcom gives Mega Man fans like Mike some hope. Also, uh oh, Peter Molyneux is back!



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What a Nintendo Direct! Let's see how we're feeling about all these new games. We're also doing our first portable console games draft!


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We're back from LA! It was a big week, and we have a lot of games and shenanigans to talk about!


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Xbox seems to be teasing Fable for their showcase ... but maybe not? We'll have some insights and a bunch of predictions for the Summer Game Fest week.


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Let's talk about that PlayStation Showcase and where Sony missed the mark. We're also, uh oh, doing another console draft.

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In this episode, two "seasoned" individuals discuss the upcoming Playstation Showcase, the Mortal Kombat 1 trailer, and Zelda TOTK sales. As representatives of the older generation, they take on the task of selecting the Mount Rushmore of boomer games.

On this very special anniversary episode, the Deciders choose the best game of all time. They also discuss memories of the podcast from the 299 (or so) previous episodes. Did you know this show used to sound really bad?! Join the fun, and listen, won't ya?

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Xbox is in the dumps, but Microsoft boss Phil Spencer did a big interview to quell some of the concerns. Was he successful? Jeff and Mike discuss that and more. And then they choose the Mount Rushmore of Star Wars games. Join them, won't you?

It's time for another console draft, and this time someone gets shoot hot. But first, hosts Jeff and Mike discuss what Xbox is going to do now that the CMA has blocked its acquisition of Activision Blizzard.

Mike and Jeff are driving off a cliff on this episode, and you'll have to listen to hear why. It's the big stories and then the Mount Rushmore of video game music.

This podcast only runs in performance mode unlike Redfall, and the crew talks about that as well as Suicide Squad coming in 2024. Also on this episode, Grubb and Mike do a console game draft. You can vote for your favorite in the poll in Jeff's tweet.

Jeff's away for this one, so Mike and Shawn get a chance to do something he'd never allow if he was here: Rank every mainline Sonic the Hedgehog game! Before that, the boys talk about the Sony handheld rumors, the Final Fantasy Pixel Remasters looking improved, and all the major fighting game news to come out of Evo Japan, as well as play a very special round of Closest to the Messy Pin.

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Reedpop and the ESA really killed E3 this time. Mike and Jeff discuss their memories and what is next for the summer industry events. The crew also chats about the disastrous launch of PSVR2 and the potential mysteries of the Super Mario Bros. movie's post-credit scene. In the second half, Mike reads your superchats, TurboShawn shows up for a quiz, and it's time to decide the Mt. Rushmore of "4" games -- don't worry; we'll explain it.

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It's a big episode of Game Mess Decides this week. We have a cool Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles game to talk about as well as Counter-Strike 2, Lego 2K Drive, Redfall, Nightfall's acquisition, and more. Then we play Who Wants To Be A Mikeyonaire and then we do a Mt. Rushmore of Remakes.
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On this episode, Mike and Jeff draft games from the Xbox/PlayStation 2 era. After two losses in a row, Mike needs a win. Listen and decide for yourself. Also, the crew discusses headlines from the week including rumors of a PS5 Pro. Joint them, won't you.

On this Decides, hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about the reporting that Suicide Squad is getting a big delay after a poor showing at the PlayStation State of Play in February. The crew also discusses their ongoing concerns and excitement for Starfield, which also got a delay of its own. Then Mike and Jeff take on a Metacritic guessing game, and Mike tries to win the ultimate prize on Who Wants To Be A Mikeyonaire: Who Wants To Go To Margarittavile.

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A lot of weirdos are trying to gaslight people about the origin of the term JRPG and fantasy means "no blacks" to Yoshi-P, and that's how you know it's preview season for Final Fantasy XVI. The Decides crew discusses that and more in the news section. Then Jeff and Mike face off in two different showdowns: one is a metacritic guessing game and the other is a draft of the best 32- and 64-bit generation. Tune in to fined out who wins!

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Another State of Play, another 45 minutes wasted -- OK, it wasn't that bad. It was in line with expectations, but as Mike says on the episode: It's still bad if you failed a test even if you expected to fail a test. The crew talks about that as well as the rumors of Konami returning with big announcements around E3 as well as Warner announcing Mortal Kombat 12 in a ... earnings call? Plus, it's time for Who Wants To Be a Mikeyonaire: The Video Game Quiz Show!

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On this week's episode, Mike and Jeff draft games for their own 16-bit consoles. Before that, though, they talk about the news including Game Pass cannibalizing sales and PSVR2's reviews. Join them, won't you?

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The boys were primed and ready for this one. After the last Nintendo Direct, Mike and Jeff have a lot to be happy about. Metroid Prime is real and out now. Game Boy and Game Boy Advance are real and on Switch now. It's time to have some fun on this episode of Game Mess Decides where the crew also decides the Dark Side of the Moon of video games. Oh, and hot mess and king shit from Jeff, Mike, and the podcast producers. There are a lot of fun call outs, so be sure to stick around!

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On this week's episode of the Game Mess Decides podcast, the boys decide the Mount Rushmore of horror games. They also talk induct new entries into the Game Mess Hall of Fame. But first, Jeff has some news about The Coalition, Wolverine, and Respawn.

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Microsoft had a prety good showcase that was boosted by the shadowdrop of a really impressive game. But was Hi-Fi Rush the right game to surprise launch out of nowhere? Also, Mike and Jeff pick the Mt. Rushmore of 2D platformers.

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Microsoft is laying off 10,000 people, Joseph Staten is leaving 343 Industries, and Halo seems like a mess. Jeff and Mike discuss that and more in the big stories of the week. They also pick what they believe will be the top 10 best games of 2023 -- and they are never wrong, and you are not allowed to save this segment and bring it back up at the end of the year.

Mike almost dies this episode because of Danny Glover.
Ubisoft is broken mess, and its future doesn't look bright.
Jeff and Mike pick their Hot Messes and King Shit of the week.
The crew also looks ahead at the release calendar.
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This is a podcast. I am not a lasgna. I am a man! You cannot make me believe that I am a lasgna! These are the affirmations I speak to myself every morning in the miirror, and this episode illustrates why I need to.

On this episode, Jeff and Mike pick the Mt. Rushmore of first person shooters. Sure, Haze is on there, but what else? The crew also discusses Sony at CES, Microsoft being cool with unions, and Hitman's shifting business model.

After picking their favorite games of 2022 last week, Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti asked the Game Mess community for their top releases. After a hot few days of voting, team Messy picked 10 games and a whole bunch of honorable mentions. Also, Jeff played Sports Story, and it is very rough. Join them, won't you?

Audio is a bit wonky because I'm still not used to doing it in person. It's especially bad when it is dropping out for Jeff in the first 10 minutes. It gets better after that, though.

Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb look back at the year that was. The crew give their top 10s and decide things like most overrated and most underrated. And even better: They do it in person! Join them, won't you?!

Mike is afraid of nipples. Whether they are on Captain Falcon or the GameCube, he wants nothing to do with it. Thankfully, he does know about hot messes and king shit. He and Jeff pick their hottest messes of the year while also getting input from the community.

Woke reviewers can't handle gruff white podcasters who dig holes and go to Disney. And that is why we are pivoting to Web3 or something. Also, Phil Spencer is in a deeply committed relationship with Nintendo ... and Steam, and they want to invite Sony into the harem next. Also, Mike and Jeff pick the Mt. Rushmore of movie tie-in games.

Mike is gone, so I get Game Mess contributor Shawn "TurboShawn" McDowell to help me out this week. Somehow we didn't talk about the sexiest pokemon and instead talked about Nintendo apologizing for Scarlet and Violet. We also Decide the Mt. Rushmore of console launch games and update the Game Mess Hall of Fame. Join us, won't you?

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We're deciding the Mt. Rushmore of direct video game sequels this week on the Game Mess Decides video game podcast for video gamers. Your hosts, Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb, will also take input from the collective wisdom of the podcast producers. But first, Mike and Jeff will discuss some big topics from the last week in gaming. That includes Jim Ryan's lawyers wildin' out with the CMA in the U.K. I'm starting to think he really doesn't want Microsoft to acquire Activision. Oh, and Kid Icarus has potentially returned.

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On this week's episode, Twitter might really be dead. People are mad at God of War characters who won't shut up during puzzles. And Mike and Jeff open up the Game Mess Decides Hall of Fame. The crew also decides the Mt. Rushmore of video game movies.

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On this week's episode, Jeff and Mike determine the best video game controllers. They also discuss some of the week's news, your superchats, and God of War Ragnarok.

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00:00 start
4:00 super nintendo world
8:30 battlefield 2042 comming to game pass
10:00 marvel snap is getting friend battle
11:00 Phill Spencer talks Warcraft and Starcraft
13:40 tier list of controllers
01:19:00 break
01:21:00 back from the break
01:22:00 mick gordon situation
01:25:30 games we are playing
01:39:40 wrap up

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Mike sings a song.

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Friends for eternity, honesty, loyalty. 

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HAHA, he doesn't even have a Steam Deck!

A podcast with men who know animal sounds. 

A video game podcast. 

AJ Minotti joins Jeff Grubb to talk about that Xbox show.

Mike hangs out with The Rock in L.A., so Jeff brings on his brother AJ. 

Jeff Grubb tries to wrap up the first day of the Game Mess with the help of the mods and the community since Mike Minotti was traveling. 

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I'm moving. So this is all you get for now. 
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Square Enix recommends Balan Wonderworld. Microsoft delays its only 2022 games. Jim Ryan Imagines dogz. 

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides, you can expect more references to Daikatana as well as bundles of news. That includes an update on the Summer Game Mess, a look into Xbox's streaming plans, and FTC's investigations into game consolidation. Also, Embracer has purchased more studios, WWE is making an RPG, and Mike and Jeff have played season 2 of Halo: Infinite. Join them, won't you? 
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Xbox and Bethesda are having their E3 showcase on June 12 even though E3 is dead this year. Also, Square Enix framed Yuji Naka for making a bad game by releasing his bad game. Also, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order news, game earnings, and more. 
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An animal destroyed GamesBeat editor Mike Minotti's home or something, so he had to break into his brother's home to record the podcast. Thankfully he was able to do that so the GamesBeat Decides crew could discuss important news like Splatoon 3's release date, Skate 4, and new Star Wars games. Mike and fellow editor Jeff Grubb then answer your questions and discuss playing RiffTrax: The Game. 

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Things are changing in the world of Pac-Man. Ms. Pac-Man is changing into a Pac-MILF with a name change to "Pac-Mom." And that's really all that happened in the news. Hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti also talk about the new Need For Speed and other tidbits before answering your questions. Join us, won't you?

We talk about games.
04:39 - MIKE SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
09:23 - NEWS
43:07 - QUESTIONS
1:37:30 - GAMES

On this episode of GamesBeat Decides, hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about video games and hugging. Microsoft is making moves with its cloud-gaming business while Sony is acquiring more of its close partners. Also, Mike watched a 5.5-hour video essay about Kingdom Hearts 3 -- like some kind of pervert. Join us, won't you?

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We need some ground rules for this podcast! But first, Moon Studios sounds like an insufferable place to work. Also, The Initiative and Gran Turismo 7 are a mess, maybe? Editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti then answer your questions.

Michael Pachter says PlayStation is doomed, but no one agrees -- especially not NPD analyst Mat Piscatella! Speaking of Mat, he dropped the latest gaming report for February. Elden Ring came out on top, but everything is selling well while new-gen consoles are still constrained by their supply. Also, Dead Space is coming early 2023, Gotham Knights lands October 25, and Russia is still invading a country and the world is trying to figure out how to respond. Editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti, meanwhile, do their best to answer your questions. Join them, won't you?

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00:00 - START
03:50 - NEWS
43:50 - QUESTIONS

On this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss what little they understand of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The crew also talks about the new Kirby demo, Elden Ring's major sales, and Guardians of the Galaxy joining Xbox Game Pass. Oh, and they answer your questions. Join them, won't you?

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NEWS

Publishers are stopping sales of games in Russia and Belarus
Kirby demo
Elden Ring sold 2.5-times what Horizon 2 did in the U.K. – biggest non FIFA or Call of Duty game since Red Dead Redemption 2
new Xbox Gamepsss titles like Guardians of the Galaxy and Flight Sim for Cloud (playable on Xbox one)
Housemarque works on a new IP (in a very early stage)
Switch 2 in Nvidia DLSS leak
Epic Games acquires Bandcamp
Nobody wants to work with David Cage and Star Wars Eclipse will probably not release before 2027/28
Resident Evil 2,3 and 7 get a Xbox Series and PS 5 Enhancment later this year. Free for people who own the games already. Same for Pc players.
Steam Deck had stick drift – but Valve fixed it that same day with software update
Bandai Namco raises monthly pay for japanese staff. The staff gets about $435 more a month.
Valve has no Plans for its own Gamepass but would love to make Gamepass happen on Steam
Forza Horizon 5 gets sign language support on March 1st
Microsoft sold over 2.3m Xbox's in japan in the last 20 years
Twisted Metal TV series lands on Peacock
PS4 and Steam versions of Persona 4 Arena will be getting rollback netcode in summer and local Fighting games nerds are ecstatic
POKEMON

Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet aka Gen9 coming at the End of  2022.
Pokemon Legends Arceus getting a new Update with new Content
Pokemon BPSD getting Oaks Letter for Shaymin as Mystery Gift


Activision said it's the Acquisitions' fault that they couldn't hire a third woman for the board.  (They had 3 years time)
Numbers

Sifu sale

Elden Ring is out, and Valve has launched the Steam Deck. It's a busy week in gaming, and we are here to talk about all of it. Also, the crew goes on the record regarding their desire for a wide Cammy in Street Fighter 6, a new Fallout from Obsidian, and more. Join editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb for the latest episode of GamesBeat Decides.
5:04 - STEAM DECK
18:25 - ELDEN RING
36:40 - NEWS

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Nintendo is going to destroy the legacy of Rusty's Real Deal Baseball, and no one is going to do anything about it! The company announced that it is shutting down the eShops for the Wii U and Nintendo 3DS next March, and fans aren't happy. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb discuss what this means on the latest episode of GamesBeat Decides podcast. The crew then takes on the rest of the news and your questions. Join them, won't you?

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It's a big episode this week with NPD news, a Nintendo Direct, and more. The crew touches on the Direct slightly, but they spend a lot of time answering your questions about it and more. Join them, won't you?

I am too tired to do this because I'm watching Dragon Ball Evolution at 3:33 a.m.

Sony bought Bungie. What the hell is going on?!

When the credits of the Mario movie finish, will Funky Kong approach Mario with an invitation to a wider universe? The crew discusses that and more on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb also answer your questions and talk about the latest news. Join them, won't you?
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We wrapped our latest GamesBeat Summit with Dean Takahashi, Rache Kaser, Jeff Grubb, and Mike Minotti. 

Welcome to the biggest news week in the 232-episode history of GamesBeat Decides. Editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti definitely have a lot to say about Microsoft acquiring Activision. Join them, won't you?

We run down our personal Top 5 games, and we talk about special categories to wrap up 2021. 
Categories:
Best games we had no expectations for (Doom 2016 award)
The best game from an old franchise that needed a win
Worst game of the year
Most disappointing game
Favorite gaming moment of the year
Best character of the year
2021 was the year of...
Breakthrough in representation
Game we didn't get
Game everyone else didn't get

GamesBeat Decides discusses where the butthole should go on this week's episode. But first editors Rachel Kaser, Jeff Grubb, and Mike Minotti dive into the news about Troy Baker's NFT voice market, Xbox's brisk sales, and more. Join them, won't you? 
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E3 is dead again. We've been here like 40 times in the last 20 years. Can't wait to discuss this at the next E3. Join GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb, Mike Minotti, and Rachel Kaser (and then Dean Takahashi) for a discussion of news topics and then answers to your questions. 
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GamesBeat Decides the game of the year.

On this week's GamesBeat Decides, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb look ahead to 2022. That includes a rundown of all the big games reportedly coming in the new year. The community, meanwhile, continues voting for its favorite game of 2021 as the GamesBeat Decides crew prepares its own GOTY deliberations. Things were quiet in the news, but Jeff and Mike caught up on a recent interview with Hideo Kojima and more. Listen, won't you?
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A Christmas spectacular. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb take a look back at 2021 and answer your questions. Also, the community continues to vote on GOTY. 
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GamesBeat Decides tackles the big issues this week. That includes NPD sales for a hardware-starved holiday, the return of Splinter Cell, and more NFT madness. The crew then takes your questions on every possible topic, but mostly waifus and husbandos. Joing them, won't you?
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On this week's GamesBeat Decides, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb determine the biggest news to come out of The Game Awards. The crew then looks ahead to what to expect in 2022. Join them, won't you?
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On this week's GamesBeat Decides, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb discuss Vince Zampella taking over Battlefield -- just like Jeff said would happen. Also, Jeff has an idea of what is going to win The Game Award's GOTY, and Mike thinks he is very, very stupid. Join them, won't you?
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On this week's GamesBeat Decides, editor Jeff Grubb has played Halo Infinite's campaign. And so far, he really likes it. Reviews editor Mike Minotti is going to ask Jeff a lot of questions about it. Also, the crew goes over the weekly news including the latest out of Activision's Bobby Kotick scandals. Join them, won't you?

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18:49 - NEWS
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GamesBeat Decides is here to decide everything happening in gaming so you don't have to think for yourself. And this week, they decide that The Gunk is the biggest game coming out in December and that Metroid Dread is a sales success. Join them, won't you?
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So many games are getting delayed that it's even happening to games that don't have release dates. Also, people seem to really like that Forza Horizon 5. The GamesBeat Decides crew gives their thoughts on that game, the news, and more. Join them, won't you?

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GamesBeat Decides is going to rebrand itself as Facebook now that the name is available again. This means we will also be tracking you around the internet as you look up pictures of Master Chief with that new, younger Cortana. The GamesBeat Decides crew is going to talk about Halo Infinite's campaign reveal, and that new Guardians of the Galaxy game. Join them, won't you?
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GamesBeat Decides must go on. That's true even if Advance Wars gets delayed and destroys GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb's morale. Also, Mike is gonna watch the Uncharted movie trailer live for the first time during this episode. Join them, won't you?

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It was a busy week of video game news and releases, and the GamesBeat Decides crew is here to talk about all of that and more. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about the new Final Fantasy XIV expansion, which Mike played for around 9 hours. They also talk about Nintendo's expensive Expansion Pack. Join them, won't you?

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It was a busy week of video game news and releases, and the GamesBeat Decides crew is here to talk about all of that and more. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb are playing Metroid Dread, and they have thoughts. They also talk about Sora joining Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and the GTA Trilogy launching next month. Join them, won't you?
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Welcome to October here at GamesBeat Decides. On this episode, the crew talks about PlayStation's acquisition of Bluepoint and what it means for that studio's games. Also, is the Metroid Prime Trilogy really coming? Turns out that Nintendo might have other plans. Oh, and Limp Bizkit is in a Final Fantasy game sorta. The crew talks about all of that and more, so join them, won't you?
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It was one weird week in video games. Nintendo finally did its September Direct video event where it announced -- well, all we can really remember is that Chris Pratt is playing Mario. GamesBeat editor Mike Minotti, however, is still excited that Kirby is getting a full 3D video game. Also, that Castlevania Advance Collection is real and available now.
Additionally, former GamesBeat managing editor Jason Wilson joins the podcast to say goodbye to the writers he attempted to herd for nearly a decade. It's a special show, and you should listen to it!
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The GamesBeat Decides podcast is back this week to destroy your stock portfolio. Editor Jeff Grubb discusses how you caused a slight dip in EA's stock price this week, and fellow editor Mike Minotti gives himself an alibi to evade the long arm of the Securities and Exchange Commission. The crew talks about all of that and Battlefield 2042's delay, which kicked off the whirlwind stock rollercoaster in the first place.
Also, Mike and Jeff really like Deathloop. Jeff, meanwhile, really likes Detroit-style pizza.
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Are you considering thinking for yourself? Well cut that out because GamesBeat Decides is here to do all your thinking for you. That includes insights regarding the PlayStation 5 Showcase, the return of KOTOR, and Insomniac's Wolverine. We also talk about Jim Ryan reversing decisions, Halo's next flight, and some awful game called Parasite Eve.
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GamesBeat Decides is reconvening to decide everything about the world of video games so you don't have to think for yourself. On this episode, GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about the recently announced PlayStation 5 showcase. That is coming next week and will focus on PS5 games. Sony also revealed some details about Horizon: Forbidden West's launch including the lack of an upgrade path for PS4 owners. Finally, Nintendo surprised everyone with a new game that is launching this year.

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On this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides, the crew talks about playing Psychonauts 2. GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti also discuss Gamescom news including Halo's date, Horizon's delay, and the reveal of Marvel's Midnight Suns. The team also reacts to the new Metroid Dread trailer, and we all learn about Mike's feelings about April O'Neil.
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Quakecon happened, and Bethesda revealed yet another version of Skyrim that it wants to sell you, and the GamesBeat Decides crew came together to discuss the news.
Also, fans are getting an enhanced version of Quake from Nightdive Studios, Microsoft revealed it delayed some Halo features, and GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb played the WarioWare: Get It Together demo. Join us, won't you?

Video games are real. There's no denying that.

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The gaming industry delivered earnings this week, and the crew talks about it on this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides podcast. It turns out companies are still seeing strong performance even if sales are down compared to the 2020 pandemic. But Nintendo has sold 89 million Switch systems, GTA V has sold more than 150 million copies, and PlayStation Plus continues to grow. Also, GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti answer listener questions. Join us, won't you?

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Horizon: Forbidden West isn't coming out this year. That's according to a GamesBeat source and corroborated by a source for Bloomberg's Jason Schreier. What does that mean for Sony's holiday release slate? Well, PlayStation probably isn't worried as PlayStation 5 hardware and software continue to sell well. GamesBeat Decides hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss all of that and more on this week's episode. 

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Working at Blizzard sounds like a challenge for women and minorities, and in some instances, it sounds like a nightmare. At least, those are the allegations from California's Department of Fair Employment and Housing. The crew discusses those issues on this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti also talk about EA Play, Dead Space, Battlefield Portal, and Respawn's new game.

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On the latest episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb attempt to preorder the new Steam Deck handheld device. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch OLED model also went up for reservation, and The NPD Group released June 2021 sales data.
Jeff and Mike also answer listener questions about the Steam Deck, Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl, and more. Join us, won't you?

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb live the beef-'n'-cheddar life. They also discuss what Nintendo is thinking with the Switch OLED and what Ubisoft is thinking with Assassin's Creed: Infinity. The crew also answers listener questions and discuss Donkey Kong Country 2. Finally, send pictures of your upside down PlayStation 5s to @jeffgrubb with the hashtag #hulsting. 
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On this week's GamesBeat Decides, we admit that we were referencing Dead Space now that everyone else in the world has confirmed it. Also in the news, Hideo Kojima is getting nearer to a deal with Microsoft, and Mass Effect and Dragon Age will skip EA Play later this month. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb, meanwhile, answer listener questions and play listener-submitted games. Join us, won't you?
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On the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti woke up early so Jeff could go to the zoo. That means you get Jeff's disturbing morning voice. The crew also discusses the building excitement for Metroid Dread, which has Nintendo fans seeking out previous Metroid releases. Mike, meanwhile, has nothing but nice things to say about Sega's 30th anniversary Sonic concert. Oh, and Konami may finally release a bundle of its Game Boy Advance Castlevanias. Listen, won't you?
00:00 - MIKE CHECK
08:00 - INTRO
11:24 - SONIC CONCERT
16:06 - NEWS
38:19 - QUESTIONS
1:30:28 - WE PLAYED THESE GAMES
1:54:00 - GOODBYE

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E3 is over, and what do we have to show for it? Well, how about a conspiracy about a Hideo Kojima video game? The crew talks about the latest internet theories surrounding developer Blue Box and the horror game Abandoned on this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides. Editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb also give their final thoughts about E3, talk about some news, and answer your questions. Listen, won't you? 

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Nintendo nailed its Nintendo Direct today by going to the well and rescuing some old franchises from certain demise. GamesBeat Decides is coming together to discuss the Switch's upcoming releases like WarioWare: Get It Together, Metroid: Dread, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp, and more. Mike also played that Final Fantasy Origin demo finally, and Cyberpunk 2077 is back on PSN. 

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We were supposed to talk about new games announced at E3 on this show, but there freakin' weren't any. Instead, Batman doesn't go down, Intellivision is like a depressing Vegas casino, and your questions answered.

Mike is mad about Final Fantasy, and Jeff doesn't think Guardians of the Galaxy looks good. But Xbox had a great show. 

On this episode of GamesBeat Decides, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb react to day three of E3. That includes Ubisoft, which has a new Mario + Rabbids and an Avatar game. Also, why is Randy Pitchford? These questions answered and more. 

2:06 - E3 Day 3 Reactions
33:39 - Questions

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GamesBeat Decides reaches episode 200, and thank you to anyone who has listened to all of them or if you've only listened to one of them! On this episode, GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about E3 2021, Summer Game Mess, industry hacks, Arby's, and more.

Keighley had it.

Mike and Jeff review Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, which launches June 11 exclusively on PlayStation 5 for $70. 
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The rumored Nintendo Switch Pro probably won't pop up before E3, and GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about that and more this week. Also, what is up with Elden Ring, Marvel XCOM leaks, and more. E3 2021 is heating up, and the crew is getting excited and is ready to answer listener questions.

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The Nintendo Switch Pro is back in the news, and a reveal is imminent, according to Bloomberg and other insiders. Meanwhile, it was a busy week leading into E3 with news about Horizon: Forbidden West, Dragon Quest 12, and Sonic Rangers. The crew talks about all of that and more on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast.

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E3 2021 is mere weeks away, and is it time for gamers to start putting their expectations in check? That's one of the things that comes up on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. For this episode, Mike Minotti has been banished to the phantom zone, so editors Jeff Grubb and Jason Wilson brought in AJ Minotti, Mike's brother. In addition to E3, the crew talks about Starfield, of course. But they also talk about the possibility of Psychonauts 2 shadowdropping at E3, Jason really wanting Avowed, Overwatch 2 changes, and more.
00:00 - Intro
5:40 - LIGMA II
9:40 - CANDACE
10:53 - Final Fantasy rumors
13:14 - Starfield-apalooza!
21:00 - Pre-E3 Starfield tease?
21:19 - Chris Minotti
23:05 - Sparkster
24:12 - Psychonauts 2 won't shadowdrop
26:00 - Hopes for Outer Worlds
27:14 - Star Citizen
29:54 - WB Games
34:30 - Embracer Group
41:43 - Overwatch 2
44:25 - Biomutant
45:58 - Battlefield 2021?
48: 20 - Nintendo E3 2021?
50:01 - Other Bethesda E3 games?
52:35 - Saints Row 5?
1:03:09 - Hades
53:21 - Fallout new team?
55:23 - Grounded?
55:39 - Elder Scrolls 6 this year?!
56:05 - Xbox E3 disappointing?
57:19 - Questions
1:10:55 - Mass Effect
1:15:41 - MLB
1:18:45 - More games
1:29:20 - Outro

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It feels like E3 has already begun, but while some fun announcements are coming, let's get some bad news out of the way. To that end, GamesBeat editors talk about Elden Ring's chances to show up at E3. They also discuss their expectations for Starfield releasing in 2021.
01:53 - Mike gets banished
04:20 - Starfield
6:30 - Elden Ring
11:05 - "I hope I'm wrong"
12:50 - PlayStation news
17:01 - New DualSense colors
19:40 - DQ stream
22:05 - Yakuza/Sega news
26:25 - Ubisoft news
29:10 - Capcom news
33:09 - Steam on consoles?
35:27 - Superchat/Questions

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On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, the crew discusses Nintendo's record earnings report. Reviews editor Mike Minotti talks about his Resident Evil Village review, Nintendo's new IP, and his thoughts on ligma. Also, more companies are joining E3 2021 and GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb talks about that as well as the Minions CEO joining Nintendo's board of directors.

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GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb dropped his Returnal review this week, and the internet handled it well. Jeff and reviews editor Mike Minotti discuss the game and the response to the review. Also, rumors are swirling about a new Project Dragon game out of Hitman developer IO Interactive. Jeff addresses that and the future of Star Wars games out of Lucasfilm.

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GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti is furious that Disney is changing an attraction -- something the company has probably never done before. But the crew doesn't have much time to talk about that because it's a busy GamesBeat Decides this week. Sony and Microsoft both have a lot of news, and then Mike and co-host Jeff Grubb answer a lot of your questions. They then talk about Returnal, MLB The Show 21, and Nier Replicant. Join us, won't you!
0:49 - Woke Disney
02:30 - Credits
03:56 - News
35:23 - Make it wet
40:30 - Questions

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Everyone in video games is mad at GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb this week. ResetEra is furious, Dave Jaffe is upset, young people are cranky, and Jeff talks about it on this week's GamesBeat Decides podcast. Reviews editor Mike Minotti, meanwhile, gives us a look at the Nintendo Indie World Showcase. But first, the crew dives into the March 2021 NPD report, the Resident Evil showcase, and more. Join us, won't you!

Hideo Kojima is talking with Xbox about publishing his next game, according to ... well, according to this podcast. Editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss that deal on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. The crew also tries to figure out what is going on with Sony's blockbusters-only strategy and if that could have negative repercussions for the publisher. Oh, and Jeff is nearly finished with Balan Wonderworld, which is a miserable experience. Join us, won't you?

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On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, reviews editor Mike Minotti shares some deeply troubling information about the nature of the game Kingdom Hearths 358/2. Also, Mike and fellow editor Jeff Grubb talk about MLB The Show launching on Xbox Game Pass, Mario's death, and Balan Wonderworld. Join us, won't you?

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GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti got his first vaccine shot, so he's feeling a little loopy. He also ripped off his bandaid live during this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Beyond their adventures in public health, Mike and fellow editor Jeff Grubb talk about more Super Nintendo Switch rumors and Discord going up for sale. The crew also answers your questions and discusses Monster Hunter: Rise and It Takes Two. Join us, won't you?

On the latest episode of The GamesBeat Decides podcast, the crew looks at Xbox's strong week and PlayStation buying the Evo fighting-game tournament. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb also answer your questions and rank the Xbox consoles. But all anyone really cares about is the Game Boy Color. Was it a new generation and platform or was it a revision like other Nintendo handhelds? These are the questions that we are here to argue so you don't have to think for yourself. Join us, won't you?

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I forgot Starfield until the very end, so if you're listening for that be sure to listen until that point. 

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Super Nintendo Switch rumors are heating up again, and GamesBeat Decides hosts Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about what they could mean. Also, that Elden Ring trailer leaked.

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We talk about commercials for video games and old games and other games. 

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The GamesBeat Decides crew can finally talk about Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury without getting a spank on the bottom, so they do exactly that this week. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb both really like the Wii U port and the new Mario experience. They talk about seeing the limitations of this new format for a Nintendo platformer while also guessing what the publisher might do next with the character. In the news, the team covers the latest NPD game report, CD Projekt Red's hack, and Six Days in Fallujah's surprising return. 

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The gaming industry dropped a load of financial news over the last week. That has left the GamesBeat Decides crew to talk about PS5 sales, component shortages, and more on this week's episode. Join GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb as they tackle the week's news and discuss whether Battlefield 6 will have any free-to-play components. Mike is also weirded out by a developer's rant on ResetEra, and Jeff has gathered up some of your questions from the Discord. Let's do this. 

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It was a weird one in video games this week. Gamers upended the stock market because they only believe in memes, and whose fault is that? Also, you can bang Keanu Reeves in Cyberpunk, but should you? Nope, because he belongs to GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti. Also, Mike talks about Super Mario 3D World. Join us, won't you?

Activision is run by clowns, and Xbox Live Gold costs a lot more now. It's time to talk about video games on the GamesBeat Decides podcast. And GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti showed up to do exactly that. They also answer listener questions before talking in depth about Hitman 3. Join them, won't you? 

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Video game news is back after taking an extended holiday break. On the GamesBeat Decides podcast this week, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about Lucasfilm Games, the 2020 NPD game-sales report, and Bowser's Fury. The Decides crew also answers your questions, which are almost all about Elden Ring for some reason. Join us, won't you?
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It's 2021 now, and video games are somehow still legal. And even if they weren't, we would still do this show because we're just a couple of badasses, and you can tell by looking at our gamer chairs. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb discuss the small bits of news. Jeff has also spent some time with Hitman 3 and he talks at length about that. Join us, won't you?

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On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, Cyberpunk is falling apart. GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss the flailings and failings of CD Projekt Red. How did it get so bad for the studio? Well, it doesn't help when you piss off your partners. The crew also answers your questions, and Jeff finally beat Ori. 

The Game Awards was the big event of the past week besides the launch of Cyberpunk 2077. Geoff Keighley's celebration of the industry had plenty of awards, but it also revealed Sephiroth is coming to Smash and that The Initiative is making Perfect Dark. But what about Elden Ring? Where is that game since it didn't show up at the awards? The crew talks talk a tiny bit about that on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb also talk about Cyberpunk, go over the NPDs, and answer your questions. Join us, wont' you?

Some big names left BioWare this week. What does that mean for the studio, and where does that leave Mass Effect and Dragon Age 4? GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss that on this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides. Also, Oscar Isaac is playing Snake in a Metal Gear Solid movie, and the crew hopes that actually becomes a reality. In the games section, Mike played Immortals: Fenyx Rising, and Jeff doesn't talk about Astro. But before all of that, Mike has a very important message for Jeff and the GamesBeat Decides audience. 

On this week's episode, Mike accuses Jeff of consorting unfairly with speedrunners and more!

A lot happened in video games this week. Capcom got hacked. Jim Ryan isn't aware of any complaints about storage. Nintendo's lawyers were very active. But all the crew on the GamesBeat Decides podcast wants to talk about is Astro's Playroom and their speedrunning feud. GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti have been going back and forth in that game all week, and Jeff has decided to declare victory.  Jeff and Mike have also played some other games. That includes Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity, which Jeff hates. Mike's getting into Yakuza: Like A Dragon, which he really likes. Join us for conversations about all of this and more, won't you?

PlayStation 5 and the new Xbox systems are out, and GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about how they're feeling about nex--er, current-gen gaming. Mike also ranks the PS5 launch games. Find out where Sackboy, Demon's Souls, and more land. And since he didn't rate Godfall, that is automatically No. 1. The crew also talks about the news including the latest NPD report, which is especially good for Nintendo and its stockholders.

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb review the PlayStation 5 and answer your questions. They do the same for Xbox Series X and S as well. On the precipice of a new console generation, should you feel excited? The crew thinks so.   Also in the news, Jeff talks about what to expect from Mass Effect's N7 Day celebration. And Nintendo is selling a lot of video games and consoles.   Join us, won't you?   
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We have the PlayStation 5. We have the Xbox Series X. We have the Xbox Series S. What we don't have is a lot of time -- unless it's to do some Halloween cosplay. So let's do a one-hour-of-power episode where we blast through the week's topics on this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. You can listen to hear GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti talk about the new hardware. But they also talk about the latest news and how new consoles are like buying a car. Oh, and Jeff likes some pumpkin game. Join us, won't you?

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One of our PlayStation 5s arrived today, but editor Mike Minotti is still waiting for his to show up. That leads to a punchy episode where fellow editor Jeff Grubb forgets something important behind him. Also, what's up with the Stadia guy? And is virtual reality the new Segway? In the games section, Mike and Jeff gush about Hitman 2, which is still excellent. And Hades is quickly floating to the top of the list of contenders for Game of the Year. 

PS5 finally revealed the UI, and Microsoft lifted the embargo for the Xbox Series X. So let's talk about all of that on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. In the news, GamesBeat editors Mike Minotti and Jeff Grubb talk about the latest NPD sales report. Also, Mike played five hours of Assassin's Creed: Valhalla, and Jeff couldn't stop playing Pikmin 3. Join us, won't you?

Sony is getting more talkative about the PlayStation 5 finally. And who knows why it waited so long because the news is exactly what many were expecting. Your PlayStation 4 games are mostly going to work on PlayStation 5. Oh, and the thing has the biggest heatsink -- it's incredible. It could kill a man. Host Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti from GamesBeat.com talk about all of that, liquid metal, and more on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast.
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GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti talks with gaming editor Jeff Grubb about Xbox Series X, Hades, and more. Also, Minecraft is in Smash Ultimate now because of course it is. And, hey, what the hell is wrong with cross-saves between PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5. 

I have the Xbox Series X, and I went hands-on with the device for a new preview you can read on GamesBeat.com. But you can hear me read the article right here.

Mass Effect: Legendary Edition is still coming, but not in 2020. GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti and editor Jeff Grubb talk about that story on this weeks GamesBeat Decides podcast. The crew then talks about Xbox buying Bethesda, Amazon's Luna platform, and more.

Sony Interactive Entertainment hosted its PlayStation 5 Showcase to detail price, date, and Final Fantasy XV. And it was an excellent presentation that nailed exactly what Sony is great at. And then the show ended and the confusion set in. When are preorders? Wait, games are $70?  Is Demon's Souls on PC or not? We talk about all of that and more on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast.
00:00 - START 10:14 - Show begins 13:08 - Preorder? 13:53 - PS5 Showcase 16:33 - Final Fantasy XVI 24:05 - Hogwarts Legacy 27:28 - God of War 2 29:25 - PS Plus Collection 32:49 - DMC5:SE 33:49 - FNAF 35:00 - Remasters/upgrades 37:30 - $70 games 40:20 - Cross-gen 44:00 - Backward compat 44:40 - $70 DualSense 45:35 - PS5 preorders 51:29 - Xbox preorders 52:39 - Jim Ryan on Series S 57:39 - More news 1:03:15 - When to buy? 1:04:40 - Half-step consoles? 1:06:52 - Wi-Fi 6? 1:07:58 - WE FORGOT NINTENDO! 1:10:00 - Our first Superchat 1:11:43 - Messaging bad? 1:13:10 - Unannounced games? 1:16:17 - Next from Xbox? 1:17:09 - Mass Effect? 1:18:22 - Special consoles? 1:18:52 - All Access preorders? 1:20:08 - E3 moments? 1:26:08 - Ori on Switch 1:27:08 - Mario 3D All-Stars 1:38:10 - Outro

On this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides, Imran Khan and Blessing Adeyoe, Jr. from Kinda Funny Games joins the show to fill in for Mike Minotti, who is stuck at a Chipotle. The crew discusses Xbox Series X and S pricing and preorders and when Sony will respond. Blessing and Jeff also played Immortals: Fenyx Rising, which is a bad name for a video game. Then Imran, Blessing, Jeff, and Mike answer some of your questions. Join us, won't you?

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On this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides, hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti react to the Nintendo Mario Direct. Is Super Mario 3D All-Stars exciting, disappointing, or both? Jeff also talks about the RTX 30-series GPUs while Mike pretends to listen.  The pair also answer your questions, and dive into Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2, Marvel's Avengers, Captain Tsubasa, and more. Check it out, won't you?

On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, reviews editor Mike Minotti and his co-host Jeff Grubb talk about gaming's busy week. That includes DC FanDome, Gamescom's Opening Night Live, and the weird Nintendo Direct Mini Partner Showcase. Most importantly, Mike and Jeff consider The Swedes. The pair also answer your questions, like: What's going on with Nintendo? Where is the alleged Mass Effect Trilogy Remaster? And what is a live-service game, anyway? Join us!
00:00 - Start 0:30 - Mike annoys Jeff 1:50 - Credits 2:34 - News 2:36 - New 343 boss Joseph Staten 8:40 - THE FANDOME 13:00 - WOW rant 15:33 - DBZ talk 16:38 - Nintendo Direct Mini 24:04 - Gamescom 34:01 - THE SWEDES 39:14 - Epic vs. Apple Update 42:00 - News 42:11 - Switch Pro rumors 49:09 - Starfield and TESVI when? 53:24 - Where is Sonic? 55:33 - When is Final Fantasy XVI? 59:35 - Mass Effect Remasters update 1:03:24 - Other Nintendo games? 1:08:17 - Gyro aiming? 1:09:54 - What are service games? 1:12:07 - Why is Avengers bad? 1:15:39 - Is Fall Guy guy a millionaire? 1:17:43 - PS5 preorder preorder 1:20:00 - Outro

GamesBeat Decides hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti are flying the friendly skies on this week's episode. The pair are getting a surprising amount of enjoyment out of Microsoft Flight Simulator. They both also really like the Xbox beat-'em-up Battletoads from developers Rare and Dlala Studios. But first, in the news, the Decides crew goes over the Nintendo Indie World Showcase, Rocksteady's toxic-workplace allegations, and the latest developments between Apple and Epic. Join us, won't you?

GamesBeat Decides is here once again to shout that you've activated Tim Sweeney's trap card. That's right, Epic pulled some Yu-Gi-Oh moves on Apple and Google this week,  and now we all have to choose the billion- or trillion-dollar corporation we're gonna root for. It's appalling! 
In other news, Warner Bros. Interactive reveals it's going to talk about Suicide Squad and WB Montreal's new game at THE FANDOME on August 22. Halo gets delayed. Ubisoft fires its Assassin's Creed creative director. And the NPD report is in with more good news for game sales. 
Also, over the last week, GamesBeat editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti have spent some time with the Tony Hawk remake. Mike's also playing Panzer Paladin and maximizing his efficiencies in World of Warcraft. Join us, won't you? 

GamesBeat editor Jeff Grubb is back from vacation to get mad about people who don't like the GameCube with reviews editor Mike Minotti. The pair discuss that, Rocksteady's Suicide Squad, and Sony's State of Play -- turns out Spider-Man is an exclusive Temtem or something? Also, Nintendo and PlayStation are making a lot of money, and Apple doesn't want Microsoft to make money on iOS.
Mike and Jeff have also spent time playing Fall Guys, which is a delight. They talk about the game's success and long-term prospects. They also discuss CrossCode, A Hat In Time, Flight Simulator, Frog Gractions, Panzer Paladin, and Carrion. 
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The Xbox Games Showcase happened on Thursday, and the GamesBeat Decides crew breaks down their reaction to the event. Are they hyped for Halo? What is Avowed? Is this enough to compete against PlayStation 5? Reviews editor Mike Minotti and PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb discuss how the show succeeded as a showcase for Xbox Game Pass but also failed to get people excited about Xbox Series X.
Then Mike and Jeff talk about what Nintendo is doing following its latest Direct Mini. Where are the first-party Switch games for the rest of 2020?
To end the episode, Mike talks about Crash Bandicoot 4. He played the an early demo of the game and talked about his thoughts for this marsupial's latest adventures.

Paper Mario: The Origami King and Ghost of Tsushima are both out now, and the GamesBeat Decides crew has a review for each of them. Reviews editor Mike Minotti talks about his time in Sucker Punch's map game. PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb, meanwhile, gives his take on why Paper Mario is worth it despite flaws. 
Then in the news, Mike and Jeff chat about the NPD results. Plenty of people are still buying games, and The Last of Us Part II is fueling a lot of that. Ubissoft Forward also happened but without much to get excited about. 
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On this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, hosts Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti have Bakugan-fever. And they're Bakugonna lose their minds! They also discuss the upcoming Xbox showcase, Ubisoft Forward, Paper Mario, and Bloodstained: Circle of the Moon. 

On this week's episode of GamesBeat Decides, reviews editor Mike Minotti and PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb talk about playing The Last of Us Part II. But first, they discuss the recent barrage of harassment claims against people in the video games industry. They also talk about a series of announcements coming out of Not E3. 

Electronic Arts held its EA Play event as part of Not E3 this week, and the GamesBeat Decides crew talks about that on this week's episode. Reviews editor Mike Minotti and PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb are excited about Star Wars: Squadrons and Skate 4. But in addition to the EA Play news, the pair also talk about some of the games that EA left out of its presentation. Those include UFC, a new golf game, and the Mass Effect Trilogy Remastered. In other news, the Pokémon Company held a Direct-style event to announce New Pokémon Snap for Nintendo Switch. This is a followup to the Nintendo 64 original more than 20 years later. 
Oh, and Crash Bandicoot 4 seems like a real thing, but who's to say? Finally, Nintendo released Jump Rope Challenge. Waggle is backle!
Mike and Jeff have also played some games. Mike is onto Jak II, and Jeff is playing VoxelGram, Hardspace: Shipbreaker, and more. 
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GamesBeat reviews editor Mike Minotti likes the look of the new PlayStation 5 console. No -- I mean, he really likes it. And GamesBeat PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb would never stand between anyone and their bliss, so he lets Mike fly his freak flag on this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Together, Jeff and Mike breakdown the latest PlayStation 5 event and the system's upcoming games. 
The GamesBeat Decides team then tackles Star Wars: Squadrons, which EA revealed today after yet another leak. The NPD Group, meanwhile, reported the results of another huge month of game sales in the United States. 
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On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, reviews editor Mike Minotti is furious that you don't understand theme parks. He understands theme parks. And he thinks you are absurd for complaining about Super Nintendo World. Meanwhile, editor Jeff Grubb talks about the reporting leading up to the confirmation of the PlayStation 5 reveal on June 4. 
Also, is Nintendo teasing Metroid? What does Hotgirlvideos69 know, and when did she know it? We talk about all of that and more. Join us, won't you? 

On this episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, reviews editor Mike Minotti and PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb talk about the latest monthly games report from The NPD Group. They also discuss financials out of Take-Two Interactive. 
Later, managing editor Jason Wilson joins to talk about shark RPG Maneater. Mike is playing Xenoblade Chronicles Definitive Edition. And Jeff is playing Clubhouse Games. 

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E3 is cancelled. But its spirit has left its body, and it now surrounds us at all times. We cannot escape it. We will never escape the endless E3. This has left us with a mess of announcements, events, and game trailers that are going to drop at irregular intervals throughout the summer. And that action really got going this past week with a couple of key reveals.
Activision announced Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1 and 2. Epic is promising us the future in Unreal Engine 5. And Nintendo surprised fans with a trailer for Paper Mario: The Origami King. Sony then capped off the week with a State of Play for Ghost of Tsushima, which looks like samurai/ninja Assassin's Creed. That's a good thing. 
But all this news didn't leave us a lot of time for games. Mike finished Dragon Quest XI, and he now considers himself a fan of that series. 
Oh, and Geoff Keighley is being a bit much. 
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Ecco The Dolphin: Defender of the Future has an 84 on Metacritic, but none of you people ever talk about the game. What is wrong with you? Why is this the game that no one remembers? And while we're at it, Sonic Adventure for Dreamcast DID NOT AGE BETTER THAN SUPER MARIO 64.  GOD! 

Animal Crossing: New Horizons is a stunning success. The social-life simulator had better launch-month sales than any other Nintendo game besides Super Smash Bros. Ultiamte and Super Smash Bros. Brawl. And the GamesBeat Decides crew comes together to talk about that and more in this week's episode. Also in the news, reviews editor Mike Minotti talks about MLB The Show 20's sales. And PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb dives into the hardware numbers from the monthly sales report from The NPD Group. 
Later in the show, Mike and Jeff talk more about Animal Crossing and Final Fantasy VII Remake. But both are playing a lot of unreleased games they can't discuss yet, so return next week for their thoughts on those.
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Sony is struggling to manufacture the PlayStation 5, and the GamesBeat Decides crew talks all about that on this week's episode. Also in the news, Gamescom gets cancelled, Nintendo Switch update leads to speculation on a new model, and Crysis is back.
Then reviews editor Mike Minotti talks with PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb about their current relationship with Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Why does Jeff hate it now? And does Mike finally hate World of Warcraft? Yes, and that's fact now because it's in this podcast description.
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Reviews editor Mike Minotti and managing editor Jason Wilson are both playing Final Fantasy VII Remake, and they both give their thoughts on Square Enix's blockbuster reimagining. PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb, meanwhile, wonders if the game is for him. First, though, Mike and Jeff talk about the PlayStation DualSense and more in the news section. 
Besides Final Fantasy, Mike is also spending time with Valorant. Riot's new shooter already seems like a gigantic hit, but is it any fun? Mike thinks so. Mike then chastises Jeff for once again failing to play Ori and the Will of the Wisps. 

Mario is turning 35 years old this year. And as everyone knows, you celebrate a 35th anniversary with the gift of remasters.  And that's apparently Nintendo's plan. The company is remastering 3D Mario games like 64, Sunshine, and Galaxy and bringing them to Switch. And on this week's GamesBeat Decides, reviews editor Mike Minotti and PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb breaks down that news and more. 
The crew also breaks down the latest Nintendo Direct mini, GameStop closing stores, and Nintendo Switch's availability. 
Mike and Jeff then spend more time talking about Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which continues to save their lives. Mike has also spent time with Doom Eternal and Bravely Default II's demo. Jeff played some Roundguard and Good Job. 

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On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, reviews editor Mike Minotti explains his review of Half-Life: Alyx. The new VR Half-Life marks a full return for the series, but it's not the revolution that some are making it out to be. It's also a stressful game that is tough to play in these stressful times.  Mike then joins editor Jeffrey Grubb in talking about the lovely escapism of Animal Crossing: New Horizons. 
But first, in the news, GameStop cares more about money than people. Animal Crossing is selling well. And Nintendo is going after Dreams players who use its characters. Jeff also talks about Nvidia's new DLSS 2.0 technology. 

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Sony and Microsoft have both revealed the technical specifications for their upcoming next-gen consoles. On this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast, editors Jeff Grubb and Mike Minotti discuss what is under the hood of the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X. Also in the news, Nintendo held an Indie World Showcase and The NPD Group revealed its latest monthly report. Join us, won't you?
In addition to the news, the GamesBeat Decides crew also goes in depth on Animal Crossing: New Horizons. Nintendo's social-life simulator is launching this week, and you can hear Jeff's review thoughts right here.

We gotta go fast on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Reviews editor Mike Minotti has to run to get to his World of Warcraft raid because he is very cool, so that leaves PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb with a tight timeline to fit in all the news. And this week that includes our story about the upcoming Nintendo Direct. That is coming before the end of the month, according to our sources. Fans may also get an Indie World as well.  The GamesBeat Decides crew also talks about Horizon: Zero Dawn heading to PC, Reggie joining GameStop's board of directors, and 2K getting back together with the NFL. 
After the news, you can hear Mike talk about Ori and the Will of the Wisps, which he seems to think is pretty decent. OK, he actually thinks it rules. Join us for that discussion and more. 

You have protagonists, and then you have antagonists. But on this week's GamesBeat Decides, reviews editor Mike Minotti talks about the often-overlooked "tagonists." 

Sonic the Hedgehog is in theaters, and reviews editor Mike Minotti has seen it. Turns out it's pretty good even though it features an unfortunate fart joke. Mike and PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb talk about the new record-setting video game movie on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Join us, wont' you?
In the news, the GamesBeat Decides crew talks through the production costs of the PlayStation 5 and what it means for the next-gen system's price. Over at Electronic Arts and BioWare, plans are brewing to reboot Anthem, and does that even make sense? Mike and Jeff then breakdown the latest monthly U.S. games sales report from The NPD Group. 
Finally, Mike is continuing to work through Mega Man Zero. Jeff, meanwhile, is getting back into Dead Cells for the new content. 
News

Pricey parts have pushed the cost of Sony's PlayStation 5 to around $450 per unit, forcing a difficult price-setting decision sources say.

Half-Life: Alyx, available March 23, 2020

It Seems A Playable Xbox Build Of StarCraft Ghost Has Leakedkotaku.com/it-see...

Geoff Keighley will skip E3 for the first time in 25 years twitter.com/geoffk..

EA will move Need for Speed development back to Criterion

Nvidia's GeForce Now is losing all Activision Blizzard games

Future of Anthem

January 2020 NPD: Even Goku can’t rescue game spending

Xbox Elite Series 2 is one of the fastest-selling gamepads ever

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It was a big week with a lot of video game news, and the crew runs through it all on this week's episode of the GamesBeat Decides podcast. Dan Houser is leaving Rockstar Games. Warcraft III: Reforged is the worst thing since murder. And Nvidia GeForce Now is launching out of beta. We also have a huge pile of financial news from Sony, Take-Two, and Activision. 
GamesBeat PC gaming editor Jeff Grubb also has a chat with lead writer Dean Takahashi about Doom Eternal. He posted a video on YouTube, and -- surprise -- people are mad at him about it. Then reviews editor Mike Minotti talks to us all about Mega Man Zero. Jeff, meanwhile, is playing ScourgeBringer and PictoQuest on Steam. 
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