The Pogcast

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about Veritas' restarting fresh on Factorio with all the knowledge he's gained. We also talk through how Tarkov's audio might be worse than we think and we break down the launch of the "New" Matchmaking system and how it seemed to have the opposite effect. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:05:49 - Factorio

00:32:40 - Chubbies!

00:36:59 - Tarkov Audio Bugs

01:04:55 - New Matchmaking System

01:19:25 - Turtle Beach!

01:22:46 - Christmas Decorations Debate

01:32:26 - STALKER 2 & Other Games

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about Veritas' progressive addiction to Factorio and we discuss some games releasing soon we are excited for. Most of our discussion is set around Escape From Tarkov and the though process behind how raids feel "Dead" late wipe. There are so many factors to raids feeling dead and we dive into many of them. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:05:29 - Factorio

00:41:02 - Meundies!

00:44:04 - Crazy Tarkov Bugs

01:06:16 - Mando

01:10:08 - Tarkov's "Dead" Raids

01:50:13 - Delta Force

01:59:39 - Logan Paul vs Mike Tyson

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the Tarkov Zombie Halloween event and how it had some phenomenal ideas but maybe fell short on executing them. We also talk about Factorio, Sleep Token, and other games we have been playing. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:08:08 - Factorio

00:43:25 - Turtle Beach!

00:46:46 - Tarkov & The Halloween Event

01:21:25 - Dollar Shave Club!

01:25:00 - Arena

01:28:50 - Sleep Token

01:43:20 - XDefiant

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the gaming space in general and the current state of AAA games and the concept of Early Access. Can the big studios keep pumping more money into games and can gamers handle more 10+ year early access games. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:00:35 - Factorio

00:27:22 - Tarkov 15.5 Patch

00:43:22 - Mando!

00:48:22 - TarkovTV Podcast

01:21:15 - Tarkov Zombie Event

01:44:45 - Random Conversations

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the gaming space in general and the current state of AAA games and the concept of Early Access. Can the big studios keep pumping more money into games and can gamers handle more 10+ year early access games. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:00:40 - Internet Problems

00:30:06 - Chess Drama

00:50:30 - Star Citizen

01:28:50 - AAA & Early Access Games

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through Veritas' addiction to Satisfactory, how the internet is changing the way we think, and about the new playtest of Delta Force. We talk through what makes and extraction shooter fun and how it can be incredible hard to balance everything. Check it out!

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:00:40 - Satisfactory

00:13:25 - The Internet

00:41:20 - MeUndies!

00:44:30 - Tarkov Cultist Event

00:49:00 - Delta Force

01:15:50 - Dollar Shave Club!

01:19:43 - More Delta Force

01:22:55 - Jesse Can't Play Other Games

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how the Tarkov wipe has been feeling about 2 months in. We also discuss how Tarkov feels like it doesn't quite know what game it wants to be. We also talk about some other games coming out that we are excited for. Check it out!

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:06:48 - Dreams

00:21:40 - Chess Netcode Problems

00:40:32 - Chubbies!

00:44:10 - Tarkov Talk

01:13:34 - Turtle Beach!

01:16:27 - Tarkov Sus Profiles

01:29:27 - Other Games

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk Veritas getting addicted to Satisfactory. We also talk through the state of Escape From Tarkov. We talk through how fun arena can be and break down how the Map to Map travel works practically and how it can be improved in the future. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:00:20 - Satisfactory

00:19:50 - A Weird Rabbit Hole

00:33:46 - Arena Talk

01:02:50 - Map to Map Travel

01:15:20 - Duping in Tarkov?

01:22:28 - Billy Mitchell Update

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through our trip to TwitchCon and then we break down the newest Escape From Tarkov Patch. Patch 15.2 brought some pretty big changes to the game like the ability to stay in raids forever and the new mortar strike event. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:02:20 - Flat Earth Update

00:09:57 - TwitchCon

00:40:35 - MeUndies!

00:43:24 - Tarkov Updates

01:05:33 - Dollar Shave Club!

01:10:07 - Tarkov Mortar Strikes

01:22:51 - Keeper!

01:25:38 - Tarkov Roadmap

01:34:20 - Veritas' Projects & Hurricane Helena

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through Veritas' vacation and him getting into photography. We talk through how Tarkov has been feeling and some of the cool ideas that have come out of the Marathon mode. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:02:22 - Photography Talk

00:32:40 - Chubbies!

00:37:00 - Random Convos

00:38:56 - Tarkov Talk / Marathon Mode

01:09:35 - Factor

01:13:45 - How is PVE Affecting Tarkov

01:33:08 - Delta Force, Chimp Crazy & Tang

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the major bugs that have been plaguing Tarkov this past week. We also spend some time talking about the Tarkov economy and where dad jokes came from. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:04:21 - Star Trucker & Crime Scene Cleaner

00:36:10 - Tarkov Streamer Case Drops

00:40:50 - Major Tarkov Bugs

00:58:23 - Rant About AI Image Generators

01:16:44 - The Tarkov Economy

01:28:30 - Where Did Dad Jokes Come From?

01:35:02 - The Forever Winter & Warhammer 40K

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how the Tarkov wipe has been feeling and how much fun Arena has been. We discuss the implications it has had on the greater Tarkov economy and talk through how much Tarkov has changed over the years. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:07:32 - Karen Read Trial

00:31:43 - Tarkov Arena is Fun!

01:14:35 - The Economy & How Much Tarkov Has Changed

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the everything that came in the new Escape From Tarkov Patch .15. We also talk through the changes to Arena and how it is pretty much everything we've wanted! Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:54 - SnowRunner

00:15:50 - Karen Read Trial

00:35:49 - MeUndies!

00:39:02 - The Tarkov Wipe!

01:36:55 - Turtle Beach

01:40:05 - More Tarkov Things

02:05:44 - HUGE Arena Updates!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the accidental wipe in Escape From Tarkov last week and we spend a lot of time breaking down Delta Froce: Haw Ops' new extraction shooter and how fun it is to play! Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:49 - Veritas' Video & What is Clickbait?

00:50:02 - Babbel!

00:53:38 - Tarkov Updates & Wipe Announcement

01:05:25 - Arena Breakout & Pay To Win

01:43:49 - Delta Force Vs ABI

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the accidental wipe in Escape From Tarkov last week and we spend a lot of time breaking down Delta Froce: Haw Ops' new extraction shooter and how fun it is to play! Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:30 - Supermarket Sim

00:12:40 - Tarkov's Accidental Wipe

00:40:43 - Delta Force: Hawk Ops

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk Arena and how Jesse doesn't understand how to play competitive shooters. We also talk through the state of the Armor in Escape From Tarkov and what it shows us about Tarkov's lack of endgame. We also spend a lot of time talking about extremely random stuff. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:00:40 - Snacks, Spinal Tap & Other Random Things

00:41:48 - Dungeonborne, Spectre, & Comp Shooters

01:30:56 - Tarkov

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the the recent Tarkov event and some other updates that have come to Tarkov. We are waiting for the Tarkov wipe and for Pre-Wipe events to start up so not much is happening. We also talk through Delta Force and how it could be the best of Arena Breakout and DMZ. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:01:28 - Base10, Aphantasia, & Escape Rooms

00:30:02 - Babbel!

00:34:07 - Tarkov Event & Other Updates

01:18:46 - MeUndies!

01:21:52 - Delta Force & Other Upcoming Games

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the Karen Read trial as Veritas has been going through it. We also talk about some of the minor update to Tarkov and how the PVE mode is a really cool addition to the game. Lastly we talk about the state of the internet and the Dead Internet Theory. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:05:50 - Karen Read Trial

00:30:44 - Factor!

00:33:39 - Tarkov Updates & PVE

01:12:18 - The State of The Internet

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the true crime cases that Veritas has been into, then we break down Tarkov's newest patch and how it bring some really cool changes but also leaves a lot to be desired. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro Banter

00:00:46 - Vertias New Project & True Crime

00:34:50 - Mando!

00:38:20 - BSG At TwitchCon EU

00:45:50 - Patch 14.9.5

00:57:50 - The Tarkov Cycle

01:08:06 - QoL Changes & New Quests

01:38:34 - Story Time!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the recent new about Dr Disrespect and then dive into the newest Tarkov event. We also break down the state of the Audio in Tarkov and how frustrating it can be. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:05:24 - Dr Disrespect

00:32:53 - Litter Robot!

00:36:25 - Cheaters & New Tarkov Event

01:12:50 - HelloFresh!

01:16:21 - Tarkov Leaks & Terrible Audio

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On this episode of the Pogcast we continue to talk through the recent changes to armor in Escape From Tarkov and talk through how when big changes are made oftentimes smaller changes come after. We also continue to discuss the state of Arena and the launch of Veritas' newest documentary and the response to it. Check it out!

Timestamps

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:28 - Veritas' Next Project & Flat Earthers

00:46:10 - MeUndies!

00:47:57 - Tarkov Armor Changes

01:21:23 - AG1!

01:23:59 - Arena

01:47:48 - Diablo & Elden Ring

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the recent changes to armor im Escape From Tarkov and also further discuss the linking of Tarkov and Arena. We also continue to discuss the launch of Veritas' newest documentary and the response to it. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the recent events in Tarkov, the patch linking Arena to Tarkov and we discuss the launch of Veritas' newest documentary. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the recent TarkovTV Live podcast and go through everything that is coming to Tarkov and Arena this year. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the state of Tarkov, Nikita's recent tweets, and if Battle State Games is learning to listen to the community. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the never event where BSG removed the requirement for something to be found in raid in order to list it on the Flea. We then talk at length about the found in raid system and how it can be improved. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through Arena Breakout Infinite and talk through it's similarities to Tarkov, what it does different, and go through some of the allegations of stolen code or assets. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through everything that happened the weekend that BSG launched the Unheard Edition. We also break down the launch of Gray Zone Warfare into early acces. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the newly announced "Unheard" edition of Escape From Tarkov and how it breaks trust with it's community on so many levels. We also talk through the recent Gray Zone Warfare playtest. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the recent Tarkov patch 14.5 and what it brought to the game. We also break down Pestily's interview with Nikita and talk through what was brought up. We also discuss some of the updates to Arena and the accountment of the Gray Zone Warfare playtest. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we get the chance to sit down with the creative director for Gray Zone Warfare and talk to him about what inspired Gray Zone and how they want the game to evolve as it is developed. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the recent Tarkov event that brought back the snow. We also spend some time talking about how even though this has been one of the best wipes in a long time, there are core issues with the game that make it feel frustrating and hard to enjoy.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through what we know about Gray Zone Warfare. Veritas was also able to play an early build and we go through his experience and talk through some things we are excited for and some concerns we have about the game. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the current state of Escape From Tarkov and the newly added purchasable cosmetics on the Website. We also break down the new patch in Arena which finally adds the Unranked mode. Lastly we spend some time talking through the upcoming game Gray Zone Warfare and what "Hype" really is. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about Tarkov's recent update and some of the weird bugs that came along with it. We also debrief a little bit more on Arena and some of our frustrations with that game. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the new Arena update and how even though it made some steps in the right direction, we still have a long way to go. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the Veritas' experience listening to flat earthers and his ideas for videos on the topic. We also talk through the current vibe of Escape From Tarkov and theory craft some ideas for how the game could remain fresh without removing wipes. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the recent update to Tarkov that seemed to broke the game and was subsequently rolled back. The patch had some really awesome fixes in it but also had some questionable changes as well. We also talk at length about the recent announcement that Tarkov will be selling stash space, access to clothes, and the co-op mode for cash on the website. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how Veritas has been listening to flat earth debates and what he learns about people from them. We also talk through Tarkov and consider how slightly reducing the amount of players per raid could be a win win for everyone. We also discuss some coming features to Arena that could really help turn the game around! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how Tarkov has been feeling and how we are still trying to figure out the new armor system. We talk about how "Realistic" game features can often times create even more unrealistic situations in the game. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to Factor for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://FACTORMEALS.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 to get 50% off! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the new Tarkov Patch and what came with it. We also spend some time talking about the armor system, the spawns, and how Tarkov's quests sometiems feel like they stand in opposition to other aspects of the game. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh & BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcastfree and use code PogcastFree for FREE breakfast for life! - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we sit down with our good friend Geekseh and talk about Tarkov and content creation. Geekseh has been playing tarkov for years and recently took a year long break and came back with patch .14. We talk about what has changed and some of the things that haven't changed yet unfortunately. Check it out! Definitely go check out Geekseh! https://www.youtube.com/@UCguwMlqRUnsSUBrll-6D5DQ https://www.twitch.tv/geekseh

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CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod Check out this bonus episode of the Pogcast and check out our Patreon for more content like this every week!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh & BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcastfree and use code PogcastFree for FREE breakfast for life! - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how Escape From Tarkov and Arena have been feeling. We talk about some of the issues with Arena and how they can be addressed. We also spend some time talking about Tarkov's new armor system and how it continues to surprise us with how complicated it is which makes it hard to tell if something is a bug or not. BSG has also made some small changes over the past few weeks which seem to continue the trend of them listening to feedback from their players. Check it out!

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CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we do a deeper dive into the changes to Escape From Tarkov and Arena that have happened recently. Now that we have had some time to play and progress we can get more into the details of the pros and cons of all of the recent changes. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below! Audio: https://anchor.fm/pogcastlive

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Thank you so much to Factor for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://FACTORMEALS.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 to get 50% off! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we break down everything about the new Tarkov Wipe. We talk about how this could be one of the greatest wipes of all time and how almost every single thing in this patch is awesome. We also break down the poor launch of the wipe and how even an amazing wipe can be frustrating if people aren't able to play. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to BetterHelp & HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcastfree and use code PogcastFree for FREE breakfast for life! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the recent events that have been happening in Tarkov. The ammo event and quest that were added last week was quickly followed up with the "Down The Rabbit Hole" Event. We also talk through the announcement that the new recoil is being tested on the ETS. We finish off by talking about some other games and gaming news. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcastfree and use code PogcastFree for FREE breakfast for life! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the recent Tarkov news. We break down the recent Twitch Rivals event and also discuss the removal of EOD and the Arena tournament coming up at DreamHack. We also discuss some games Veritas has been playing and the game he has been wanting to make! Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh & BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/50pogcast and use code 50pogcast for 50% off plus free shipping! - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the some of the drama surrounding the streamer challenge and how it ended. We also break down the recent TarkovTV Live devcast done by BattleState Games and how these next few months could be huge for Tarkov. With the release of Arena getting closer and the amount of huge changes coming to the game next wipe, we are really impressed with how much they have been working on. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/50pogcast and use code 50pogcast for 50% off plus free shipping! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the Streamer Challenge that has been going on this week hosted by BattleState Games. We discuss the details and some of the drama that have been surrounding the challenge and how even though this was a really cool idea, it seems to have missed the mark. We also talk through Veritas' upcoming video and break down the trailer for the upcoming game "Grey Zone Warfare". Check it out!

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Thank you so much to Factor & BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://FACTORMEALS.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 to get 50% off!- Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the recent Halloween event and how it divided the community. We also spend some time talking about Diablo and some upcoming games like Marathon and The Day Before. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/50pogcast and use code 50pogcast for 50% off plus free shipping! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through our experience at TwitchCon getting to play Arena and meeting the devs behind Escape From Tarkov. We also spend some time talking about Veritas's upcoming project and some other games that we are interested in. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/50pogcast and use code 50pogcast for 50% off plus free shipping! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the recent patch that came to Escape From Tarkov. This patch removed the ability to jump into some trees in the game and the response from the community was interesting. We also talk through Jesse's most recent video about ratting in Tarkov. We spend some time talking about Veritas' playthrough of Red Dead Redemption 2 and we spend some time talking through his upcoming videos.

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Thank you so much to Factor for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://factor75.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 for 50% off! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we break down some of the recent drama in Escape From Tarkov that is centered around the "Found-in-raid" system and the general concept of making pvp more profitable. There is A LOT to this conversation and we try to talk through things from every perspective and try to arrive at some solutions that would be valuable to all Tarkov players. We also spend some time talking about Veritas moving into playing Red Dead Redemption 2 and how even though the game came out 5 years ago it is still pretty mind blowing. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to Factor & BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://factor75.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 for 50% off! - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through what is going on in the Tarkov community and explore some of the new information we got about Arena from the Tokyo Games Show. We also spend some time talking about Veritas' playthrough of Cyberpunk 2077 and discuss the updated to Unity's recent controversy. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through Veritas' recent and upcoming Starfield videos. We also talk through the state of Escape From Tarkov and how the community seems to be so on edge recently. We spend some time talking about "Ratting" and how even though it is extremely frustrating, almost every single one of the games bugs or systems promotes this type of play. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/50pogcast and use code 50pogcast for 50% off plus free shipping! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the recent rollback that happened in Escape From Tarkov and how it seems a lot of the network progress has been lost recently. We also talk through the quest "The Door" and it came so close to being an amazing quest. We also spend some time talking about Starfield and the reaction to Veritas' video. And of course we had to spend some time breaking down the recent situation with Unity's new pricing structure and the backlash from gamers and game developers. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/50pogcast and use code 50pogcast for 50% off plus free shipping! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the newest Escape From Tarkov patch. While this patch did add some awesome quality of life improvements, it also added some new quests and balancing changes that are leaving us scratching our heads. Balancing Tarkov is an incredibly hard task, but constantly cherry picking one or two items to move around will always result in a chain of unwanted events. We also spend some time talking about Starfield and how it didn't live up the standard set by other recent games and even Bethesda's own older games. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to Factor & BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://factor75.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 for 50% off! - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! CHECK OUT THE PATREON! - https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the brand new Arena Footage and talk through all the new information the we have gotten about Arena. We also go through the Q&A that happened with Nikita at Gamescom and break down some new info on some old questions. We also spend some time talking about Baldur's Gate 3 and how frustrating the YouTube algorithm can be. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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CHECK OUT THE PATREON!- https://www.patreon.com/ThePogcastPod On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the brand new Tarkov patch that came with a WIPE! The longest wipe in Tarkov history has come to a close so we spend this episode breaking down the patch notes and giving our initial thoughts on the patch! Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 for 50% off plus free shipping! On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the new questline that was introduced in Escape From Tarkov that rewards players by permanently increasing their stash size. We talk through how they took a lot of player feedback when designing these quests but also included a few really frustrating points a long the way. We also talk through some of Veritas' newest videos on Diablo IV and how that game has a communication problem of its own. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the recent Escape From Tarkov events including the recent free labs event. We also talk through the waiting game now that we know roughly when the wipe is and are excited for any and all information about a more specific date. We also spend some time talking through the first new season of Diablo and how some of the change may be a bit misunderstood. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! On this episode of the Pogcast we go through the most recent Tarkov TV live where the devs from BSG go through the next few updates we will see come to Escape From Tarkov. There is A LOT coming including two different wipes and potentially the release of Arena all this year. Check out our breakdown of each patch and all the difference changes and mechanics coming to the game!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how the recent Netcode patch has been feeling and how some of the smaller changes that came with that patch have had a huge impact on how the game plats. We also take some time to talk about the Test Servers for Tarkov and whether an NDA makes sense for those servers. Lastly, we talk through Veritas' new video on Diablo IV and how you might be leaving some of the best items behind. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to Factor for sponsoring this episode! #ad - Head to https://factormeals.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 to get 50% off your first box! On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the new Tarkov Patch 13.1. This is something we have been waiting for for a long time. BSG have completely restructured the netcode with the hope of reducing desync and making hitreg feel better. We were surprised to see that Unity 2021 was not included in this patch which means the FPs improvements we were waiting for are not yet here. It has definitely been a interesting week in Escape From Tarkov. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcast16 and use code pogcast16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping! On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the most recent Tarkov drama that was centered around Data Mining. We talk through BSG's lack of communication and how Data Mining has been a really useful tool in the past and we also discuss how Data Mining can be abused and pushed to the limits in a disrespectful way as well. We also go over the recent Cultist event and spent some time talking about some other games like Diablo, The Cycle, and BattleBit. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the recent Airdrop event in Escape From Tarkov and how this really cool event also opens some cool possibilities for similar mechanics in the future. We also talk through how a lot of the work they have been doing recently has done a great job at making the game feel more dynamic, but some of the core issues of the game seem to always ruin the fun and prevent the raids from really feeling fun and dynamic. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh & Birddogs for sponsoring this episode! - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcast16 and use code pogcast16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping! - “Go to https://birddogs.com/pool and enter promo code POOL for a free Yeti style tumbler with your order!#ad #sponsored On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss most recent even in Escape From Tarkov. There were so many cool ideas in this event and a lot of them were executed really well, unfortunately there were some parts of it that felt frustrating and confusing and for many that overshadowed the good parts of the event. We also spend some time discussing other games and things that have gotten us excited! Check it out!

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Head to https://factormeals.com/pogcast50 and use code pogcast50 to get 50% off your first box! On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the current state of Tarkov and how it can be easy to spend time worrying about things that aren't even in the game yet. We also talk through the release of Diably IV and how they really nailed the launch of the game. We also spend some time discussing the recent controversy surrounding Twitch making some policy changes and then immediately walking them back. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcast16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping! #ad #sponsored On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through a few other games that we have been playing such as Doom and Diablo. There wasn't a whole lot going on in Escape From Tarkov as far as news goes, but we do talk through how Tarkov has been feeling these past few months and how there are different levels of issues with Tarkov. There are things that seems to be pretty simple changes that could greatly improve the experience of the game. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to HelloFresh for sponsoring this episode! - Head to https://hellofresh.com/pogcast16 for 16 free meals plus free shipping! #ad #sponsored On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through a very interesting week in Escape From Tarkov. We detail some of the recent changes to strength and inertia that BSG implemented and how they way they were communicated created some confusion. We talk through how hard it can be to properly test these changes due to the complexity of the game. We also talk through the first in game event that started this weekend! Check it out!

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Thank you so much to Factor for sponsoring this episode! Head to https://factormeals.com/pogcast40 and use code pogcast40 to get 40% off your first box! #sponsored On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the road map that Battlestate Games released showing their plans for Escape From Tarkov. We talk through what is exciting and also what concerns we have. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the current recoil system in Escape from Tarkov and how it seems to conflict with some of the other mechanics of the game. Battlestate Games have been tweaking the recoil a but across the board recently and while it does help a little but, ultimately the system itself is just too flawed. We also talk through some of the other changes that have come in the past week or so and even talk a little bit about what it is like being a streamer and trying to branch out into other games. Check it out!

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Thank you so much to BetterHelp for sponsoring this episode! Visit https://www.BetterHelp.com/pogcast today to get 10% off your first month! On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the recent TarkovTV Live which is a developer podcast for Escape From Tarkov. We talk about how this seemed to be an incredible important podcast as they finally addressed the main issues with the game and seem to actually have plans in place to alleviate them all. They spoke at length about new back end services, re-writing a lot of the games code, overhauling the netcode, and upgrading to Unity 2021. Additionally they outlined a ton of new features coming like customizable armor and full load out presets. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the flow of communication and feedback from the players to the developers in Escape From Tarkov. We talk about this idea that we are the QA testers that are supposed to find and help fix these bugs and how if they want that to be the case they need to show us that is what they want. If they want feedback from the player, they need to provide ways for us to provide it. We also talk about the recent technical patch and the new features and new bugs that came from it. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how when you reach max traders in Tarkov there isn't a lot that the game provides for you to do. There isn't really anything to farm or grind for and the pvp experience is so plagued with the games issues it is easy to feel like you are playing without a purpose. We also talk through Veritas' interview with an anti cheat developer and go through some of the recent changes that have come to Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the state of Escape From Tarkov and how some mechanics have been so broken for so long that people believe them to be intended features. We revisit the idea that hard does not always mean hardcore and how we wish the mechanics of Tarkov were set up like the Dark Souls games where you can always learn from an experience so that you can be better next time. We also talk through some other games that are on the horizon and talk through Shroud and Sacriel's new project that we are cautiously optimistic about! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through all that has happened since the g0at video. We talk through the response from the community  and from Battle State Games. Nikita was very vocal on reddit and even  started and AMA that we got some cool info from. We also talk through  some changes made of the past few weeks like removing all barters from  the flea and how that could have an affect on RMT in tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we with down with g0at and discuss his recent video "The Wiggle That Killed Tarkov" and  everything that followed. The video quickly blew up and a lot of people  had a lot of opinions about the video. We talk through how and why he  made it and what he would like to see for the future of Escape From Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the recent drama  in the Escape From Tarkov community. We talk through the recent 60 day timeouts that have been popping up and try to work through why they are  happening and how the lack of communication from BSG just ends up in  tons of false information spreading and being believed as fact. We also talk through the recent hotfix and discuss some of the new fixes and  features that it brought! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through a lot of the drama that  has been happening in the Escape From Tarkov community. We discuss the  LUTs that were made to help the game look better and then immediately  banned from use. We also talk through the new "Community Anti-Cheat" and  how effective we think it can be. We also touch on the removal of the  Content Creator Sherpa Program. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how Tarkov has been  feeling and how even in the midst of some amazing changes, it can still  be hard to put up with Tarkovs growing list of issues. We talk about how  when everything works the game is amazing but it feels like we often hit a brick wall with the game. We also talk through how complex some of  the game systems are and how that often manifests in confusion from the  playerbase. So many players can die in game and now be able to  accurately determine why or what to do better next time. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how even though all of the  recent changes have been incredible, Escape From Tarkov still suffers  from so many issues. Some of those issues are extremely complex, but  there are still so many that seem to have simple solutions. The  community has had a largely positive reaction to the recent changes, but  the positivity can only last so long when so much of the game is not  optimized and new bugs like the recent invisible player bug appear.  Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through Veritas' recent video and  that changes that came partially as a result of that video. In the past  week or so we have seen some of the most impactful changes that have come to Escape From Tarkov in a long time. We also bring on a special  guest Jonathan Blow who has been in the game industry for many years designing games like Braid and The Witness. We talk about game design and how Tarkov and BSG have a nearly impossible job. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through how Escape From Tarkov's  newest patch has been feeling. We discuss the performance issues on Streets and how frustrating they are because the map is so good. We also talk through some drama in the community and how it is hard to give  honest criticism and finally we talk through a new hotfix coming to  Tarkov that will hopefully address these concerns. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link  below!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through all of the recent changes that Battle State Games have been making to Escape From Tarkov. Since  the wipe they have made a ton of changes to the Scavs, the keys, and the  flea market. They have also made some huge changes to what ammo and armors are available from the traders or the flea market. We talk through all these changes and how they really could change the game this wipe. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the status of the wipe now  that we have had some time with it. We talk at length about how many  bugs or mechanics seems like they get in the way of the amazing game that Escape From Tarkov really is. We also talk through the new audio  system and how Veritas has done a lot of testing to deduce that Binural is not working properly. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk all about Escape From Tarkov's  new patch 0.13 which introduced the long awaited Streets of Tarkov map  and a TON of other features. We talk through them all and some of the  issues the patch is facing already on this episode. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the pre wipe events and the coming Tarkov wipe. Check it out! We also offer and audio only  experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the most recent in game  events and the conclusion of season one of the Chronicles of Ryzhy. We discuss some potential leaks for future content that pop up in the season finale and how they might be implemented. We also reprise story time and finally get to hear Veritas' story "Dad Fight". Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the new Chronicles of  Ryzhy video and the new Labs event with scavs and Gluhar. We also talk  through pre-wipe and our current theories on what is going on and when  the wipe will be. We spend some time talking about the Flea Market and  the Tarkov economy and how it is more complicated than people think. We  end of course with another episode of story time! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the new changes to  Tarkov's server selection and how it impacted different players for the  first few days. We also talk about some of the recent events and how  they feel to the community. Finally we went through the English  translation of a recent Q&A with Nikita and talk through some new  information that we got there! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through some of the new  information about Escape From Tarkov. We have gotten some new events,  another chapter in the Chronicles of Ryzhy, and a tease for the  Lighthouse boss. We also talk through another Russian Q&A with  Nikita where he talks about some upcoming features. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we dive deep into the DMZ and why it is so fun. We talk through the strengths of the DMZ mode like the AI, the map, and just how many things there are to do. We also talk through some things that we would like to see come to the DMZ mode like more long term progression and a use for money outside of the raids. We also spend  some time talking about gaming in general and how just having fun  playing a video games seems like it isn't enough for people anymore.  Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the most recent Q&A with Nikita and Pestily which revealed a TON of new info on the next Tarkov wipe. The most notable piece of info is that currently the plan is still to release Streets of Tarkov this year. We also got a ton of info on some new features coming next wipe and also got a quick update on the Arena. This week we also got the start of an in game event taking place on Customs. Finally, we got a first look and some follow up  information on Call of Duty's DMZ mode and while it didn't make the strongest first showing, there might be some fun to be had. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the Halloween event now  that it is over and talk about what worked and what didn't. We talk  about the new Streets of Tarkov pictures and how it's hard to get  excited while we still don't have any real info on when Streets is  releasing. We also speak about Call of Duty and how we are cautiously  optimistic for the new DMZ mode. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we go through the new Halloween event in Escape from tarkov and talk about the good, the bad, and the ugly. We also talk through how Stims work in Tarkov and how sometimes they feel like they don't fit. Also we go through some leaks about the upcoming  Call of Duty DMZ mode. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the recent events that BSG did  that led to people traveling to real placed all over the world to find  messages. These lore focused events are really cool and often executed  really well but and up falling a bit flat on the community when they  don't lead to anything in game. We also talk about the drama around  Tarkov going on sale and revisit and idea that the community has had for  a while around an "Adrenaline affect" when you get shot. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the new patch that came to  Escape From Tarkov that was aimed at improving the networking. We also  discuss Streets of Tarkov and how there are tons of factors that will go  into how it performs. Tarkov's lighting has been a source of  frustration for many years in the Tarkov community and we take a look at  some examples on Interchange. Check it out!

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  On this special episode of the Podcast we meet up with a bunch of  awesome Escape From Tarkov content creators at TwitchCon San Diego and  spend some time talking about Tarkov! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the mental toll that  streaming and content creation can take. Interacting with so many people  for such a long time can be so much fun but can also be hard to process  and it can be very easy to be misunderstood or taken out of context.  Additionally we talk about the current state of Escape From Tarkov and  go through some new bugs that have emerged over the past few weeks.  Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the current state of PVP in Escape From Tarkov and how it feels like you are always supposed to do  the opposite if what you think. We talk about how it is impossible to be sneaky or covert in Tarkov, so that pushes people to be either  completely still or overly aggressive. We also talk about how many  encounters end up feeling suspicious, and how over powered point fire is in Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we update the conversation we had last  week about Nikita thinking about removing the flea market. We also got  some more context around his answer and what his vision for the economy  is. We also spend a lot of time theory crafting about how making more loot spawn in raids and making less loot infinitely purchasable could result in a more engaging and dynamic experience for everyone. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about Veritas' newest video on  overpen. Lot's of people have lots of opinions on this and in his video  Veritas is able to put a lot of these concerns to rest. We also talk  about some recent bans that have seemingly come to the buyers of RMT  gear which could theoretically reduce cheating by reducing the amount of  people buying, but also has the potential for some nasty collateral  damage. Finally we look at the recent Q&A with Nikita and talk about  some interesting statements about the Flea Market. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we take a dive into some of the most  frustrating parts of Escape From Tarkov. We talk through the movements  and stamina systems as well as some fragmentation bugs new and old. We discuss how even though we don't always know how the back end of game design looks, it seems pretty reasonable to be frustrated about the  state of Escape From Tarkov and how many bugs have persisted for years. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how the player moves  throughout the world in Tarkov. We talk about how the stamina system prohibits a lot of movement and how the audio system pushes people to  either sit still or recklessly push in every fight. Additionally we talk  about how all of Tarkov's systems are so linked together it can be hard  to suggest a change for one that doesn't break another. We also talk  about streaming, content creation, and how it's not always as simple as  "Play whatever game you want". Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the most recent Tarkov Tv Live podcast with the devs of Escape From Tarkov. They updated us on a lot  of things and dropped some new information that was very unexpected.  They showed us more of Streets Of Tarkov and continued to say that it will be ready this year. Additionally they outlined that they will be removing Steam Audio and trying to find another solution to fix the  audio in Tarkov. We dive into all of this and more on this weeks  episode, check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we again discuss the cheater problem in Tarkov. Some cheaters are getting more confident and using more blatant cheats in ways that they can't get reported. Additionally we discuss how  the game seems to be so broken that there is a "Tarkov" explanation for  almost every sus encounter making it almost impossible to actually know  who was cheating and who wasn't. Fellow YouTuber NoiceGuy recently did a Q&A with Nikita so we break down all the new info we got there and  we talk through some new development photos posted to the BSG twitter.  Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we spend some time talking about some weird findings with the new movement in Escape From Tarkov. It seems  that bunny hopping is back and worse than ever and there has been a new  glitch founds that has been labeled "The Dolphin Dive". We spend most of  our time however, discussing the cheater situation in Tarkov and how it  appears to be in a really bad place. As much as we all want it to be  better there are always more things going on than we know and how we  will never have all the information, but hopefully BSG can figure  something out soon. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss some of the recent updates to  Escape From Tarkov including some changes made to try to combat how bad  the desync is. Additionally we talk about how YouTube AirWingMarine  ound out that the Air Filter is definitely broken, but not in the way  that we all thought. We also take some time to talk about the Pogcast and how it has always had a focus on Tarkov but we are not a Tarkov  podcast. We will always talk about whatever is interesting to us at that time and we are very thankful to everyone that enjoys the content! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we dive into Tarkov's latest patch that also included a fresh wipe! This is definitely a weird one, there was not a lot of content expected with this wipe but there are some standout  features that the community have been asking for for a long time that are awesome. In classic Tarkov fashion it seems like with every step forward there is a step backwards somewhere else. Some of the changes are really really cool and some leave us scratching out heads. We dive  into all of it in this episode! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the state of the game a few  weeks after the wipe. The whole community seems to be experiencing  desync in some way but the problem is that so many different issued all  end up just being called "Desync". It's hard for players to tell whats  going on or what problems are connected, and it's hard for the  developers to know where to look when the feedback is shallow. We also  discuss some of the changes made to the kappa requirements and discuss  some of the ammo buffs that have happened recently. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we dive into some more subtle changes that have happened this wipe like changes to ammo availability and  stats. The Kappa requirements have changes as well which is something we have wanted for a while. We also spend a lot of time discussing the  problems with the scavs/Bosses in Tarkov and how they are needlessly difficult and exploitable. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through all the events that have  been happening in Tarkov and how we are leading up to a fresh wipe. We  talk about how the features that are coming are all really cool but are  they enough to really change up the game and bring people back. We also  discuss some of the networking problems and how hard they are to fix. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the most recent Tarkov Tv  Live where we got a ton of new information about Tarkov. We break down  everything coming the new patch including the fact that this patch will  have a wipe. There is no firm date but it should be Soon TM! There was  also a good amount of questions answered about the Arena and how it will  work. Finally, we talk about how this new patch will be exciting but  won't fix the core issues of the game getting stale a few months after a  wipe. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss some of the biggest Tarkov news that we have gotten in a long time, the announcement of Escape From  Tarkov: Arena. We talk about the trailer and theory craft what the game  play could look like. There are still a lot of questions about how it  will be executed and how it will context to the main game if you have  both, but it is incredibly exciting. We also talk through some community  concerns with BSG developing 2 early access games at the same time. We  also take some time to discuss some other games that have us excited and  we talk about Veritas' new documentary on Trackmania. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about some cool stuff that Nikita  has been leaking on his twitter. We will hopefully get a new BSG  podcast this week that will likely have some awesome information about  the next few patches and their plan for this year. Additionally Nikita  confirmed that they want the first iteration of Streets live by the end  of the summer. We hope that this is true and it is shaping up to be a  great year for Escape From Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the podcast we discuss the changes that have come to Escape From Tarkov to prevent cheating and RMT. Nikita let us know that  the changes are working which is awesome! However some of the changes seem to make the game feel a little more clunky and confusing. It's a  complicated situation and we will never know for sure how well it works. We also talk about some new player animations that were teased which  look amazing! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we dedicate almost all the time to talk about the huge changes that came to Escape From Tarkov in an attempt to slow down or prevent RMT. This is one of the biggest and most  controversial changes to Tarkov in a long time. We talk through how it  works, how convoluted Tarkov is becoming, and other ways they could have  achieved the same goal. We also talk about some of the new events  happening in Tarkov and how it is hard to tell what they are up to, but  it is exciting nonetheless! Check it out!

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On this episode we talk through all the Tarkov events that are happening  and what it is doing to the game and the community. There are a lot of  firsts happening and there could be some really cool stuff coming. On  the other hand it has brought out some of the most toxic people in the  community and they have been souring the experience for a lot of people.  Whether you love or hate the event we should hear something more from  BSG soon! We also talk through the journey of getting to 100 episodes  and reflect on our time with a new game we played together called  Marauders! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the new tech event  happening in Escape From Tarkov. This sparks a discussion about the lore  and world building on Tarkov and how it is some of the best out there,  but we hope that they can execute on all that world building with  actually gameplay. We also discuss all the theories that new content and  a wipe is coming this week and how while it is certainly possible,  there is not a lot of evidence supporting it. Finally we talk through  some of the leaks that Nikita has been posting on his twitter. Check it  out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the surprise Tarkov patch we got last week. It included the long awaited DLSS feature that many  people misunderstood. It will likely get better and better over time but  it is already helping people get more frames in Tarkov! We also talk about the new revolvers and how they fit with the other pistols and just  with the weapons in general in the game. Nikita and BSG have been  dropping some cryptic hints recently which have created tons of theories  about what is coming and when. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we dive in to why shotguns have felt so  overpowered recently and how cost and availability of ammo really  impacts the meta of Tarkov. We also talk again about the concept of Realism and how in order to make the most realistic game possible, you have to break the rules sometimes. Battle State Games also recently  revealed some art for three of the new bosses coming to the Lighthouse  location and they look mean! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the recent Tarkov TV Live that happened on Friday! There was a ton of information and a lot to be  excited for! We got a look at the upcoming Lighthouse expansion and the new Boss and trader that will come with it. We also got some unexpected  news about the Arena mode that will hopefully come to Tarkov this year. There were also tons of quality of life changes and new features that  were teased as well including the announcement that DLSS will come to  Tarkov any day now! Check it out!

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On this episode of the pogcast we talk about the end game content and  how close we are to reaching Kappa in Escape From Tarkov. We also spend  some time talking about how shotguns are extremely powerful in the game and how that partnered with how cheap they are, makes them feel a bit to  powerful. There has been a lot of drama on social media about Escape  From Tarkov and we talk about how so often all that is so often blown  out of proportion and ultimately has no substance. We also break down  Veritas' newest "History Of Tarkov" video! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about Tarkov's end game content  in the Dailies, Weeklies, and other ways to grind XP such as farming  Rogues on Lighthouse and raiders on Reserve and Labs. We also talk a bit  about Labs and how the people that main that map play almost a  completely different game than everyone else. We also spend some time talking about the YouTube algorithm and how hard it is to get your  content seen. We finish by talking a bit about The Cycle: Froniter as it  is in another beta phase. It share a lot of gameplay mechanics with Tarkov and can be a ton of fun! Check it out!

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On this episode of the pogcast we get to sit down with Escape From Tarkov emissary and content creator DanExert! Dan has been in the Tarkov  community for many years and has helped countless new people get into  the game. We talk about the Audio video that Veritas did. We also  discuss the current state of pvp in Tarkov and how it can feel  differently depending on what you expect to get out of it. We also  discuss the Daily and Weekly tasks and dive into if they are living up to their potential. Check it out

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the recent happening with  Artesian Builds and use it as a warning to content creators trying to  monetize their channels. We also talk about the Tagged and Cursed  feature of Escape From Tarkov and how it doesn't really accomplish  anything. We then spend the second half of the podcast talking about the  cycle of praise and complaining that happens every wipe and wonder what  "Good old days" everyone seems to be talking about and then we theory  craft some ideas or changes to the recoil and inertia mechanics of Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about some new Tarkov science  done by a Rengawr around armor and damage. Since the update done to how  damage is applied to blacked out limbs it seems that stomach armor is  more important than ever. We also talk through some long term ideas  around identifying teammates when the maps are much larger and how  things like friendly indicators are actually a real thing. We also talk  through a video done by Jesse about keys and locked room loot in Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we are able to sit down with one of the  original Tarkov content creators DeadlySlob! We talk about how the game  currently feels and how 12.12 really revived Escape From Tarkov. We also  talk through the current hot topics like Steam Audio and the the soft  skills. Deadly brings some great perspective so check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we do a deep dive into Steam Audio and  why people think it is broken or bugged. We talk about how the multitude of Tarkov audio bugs and the general misunderstanding on Steam Audio  creates a lot of confusion. We also discuss the soft skills in Tarkov  and why people think skills like Strength and Perception are too strong.  Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the Double Barrel bug and how it may be a bug with lose rounds. We also talk about running into each  other on Night Factory and how the pvp varies wildly there. We then talk at length about the pvp in Tarkov and how the predictability of the  current loot and spawn system create an experience that is the opposite of what Tarkov wants to create. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how hard it is to truly  spot cheaters in Tarkov because of how many variables there are. We also  talk about an over-watch system and how scary that would be. Steam  Audio has been making the rounds again recently with many people  thinking that it is bugged. Veritas talks about doing an updated video testing out Steam Audio. We also talk about Daily and Weekly task  rewards and how it seems like at certain levels they aren't worth doing. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how Tarkov has been feeling the past few weeks. Veritas released a new video about the AI in Tarkov  and how other game developers approach AI design. He also got the  opportunity to talk with Nikita about Tarkov's AI for a few hours. We also talk about the server maintenance the happened last week and how it seemed to take longer than expected. Additionally there were some  subtle changes and bug fixes that came with the patch that we discuss as  well! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about some of the most pressing community issues including the state of the scavs, the availability of  ammo, and the struggles of the Christmas event. We have been talking  about the AI a lot and it seemed like some changes were made but there  are still so many frustrating situations. The ammo limits are a hard  problem to solve but it still feels bad to never be able to buy the ammo  you want. Finally, the Christmas even was so cool, but it created a lot  of frustrations for people who accidentally killed Santa and can't recover their Karma. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we catch up on the state of Tarkov as the drops event and the Christmas events come to a close. We talk about the  Santa event and how it was an amazing idea that maybe needed to be tweaked a little bit. We talk about the difference in server population  during peak hours vs the mornings. We also talk about some of the new additions to the game like the impact grenades and the Lighthouse map. We question the value of the impact grenades and talk about how  Lighthouse feels so good and refreshing but not necessarily for the  right reasons. Check it out!

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On this episode of the pogcast we talk about the server problems that  have plagued Tarkov the past few days and about how we need to trust  that BSG is doing everything they can to fix it. We also talk about the  surprise addition of airdrops to the game and how awesome they are. We  also talk through the Twitch drops event and how many people gravitate to Tarkov because of them.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we continue to break down patch 12.12 in  Escape From Tarkov. We talk about how VOIP is evolving as people get  used to it and as they finish up some quests. We also talk about how  with all these amazing changes to the game the scavs and other AI seem  to be completely broken. As the rest of the game matures it's becomes  easier to see how the AI still needs a lot of work. Finally we talk  about the stamina changes and theory craft some ideas on how to help  balance it out. Check it out!

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Patch 12.12 is easily the biggest patch in Escape From Tarkov history. On this episode of the pogcast we break down the major changes including  the new map Lighthouse, the new inertia, and VOIP! These changes have completely changed how Tarkov is played and it is extremely exciting!  Check it out!

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On this epoisode of the Pogcast we chat with OnePeg and NoiceGuy about  the 12.12 Trailer and everything we know about the upcoming Escape From  Tarkov patch. This will be one of the biggest and most game changing  patches the game has ever seen and we are all super excited to get our  hands on it. From new guns, a new map, and a rangefinder to larger  changes like VOIP and Inertia, this is shaping up to be a great time to  be into Escape From Tarkov! Check it out! We also offer and audio only  experience as well, check that out using the link below!   

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On this episode of the pogcast we talk about some cryptic messages that Battle State Games tweeted out potentially alluding to a new event. We  also talk about how we are at the point in the wipe where almost anything they tweet will be a sign of the coming wipe. We also talk about how many other shooter games there are right now and how Halo  surprised us all with the multiplayer drop! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the surprise update to Unity 2019 that Escape From Tarkov saw last week. We talk about the  expectations we should have for the engine upgrade in the short term. We also talk about the Battlefield 2042 launch and if we think it has  enough to keep peoples attention long term. Finally we talk through some other projects that have us excited such as Star Citizen and Kerbal Space Program 2. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down all the information we got from the podcast on Pestily's channel with Niktia! We talk through the  current information on Patch 12.12 and how this could be one of the  biggest patches the game has ever seen. We also talk about some new  information on the Lighthouse map. Nikita also discussed for the first  time what a proper prestige system could look like in Tarkov! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down all the Escape From Tarkov news that we have gotten in the past few weeks! Tarkov recently  introduced Daily Tasks and while they won't change the entire game, they are definitely a welcome addition! We also talk through Arena news and  the potential for a wipe with 12.12. Finally we talk about how all the  new features and map are amazing but ultimately the audio and netcode are the backbone of the player experience. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about taking breaks from Tarkov when playing it is no longer fun. We also talk a lot about The Cycle:  Frontier which is a new game that has gained a lot of popularity. It has  a lot of similarities to Tarkov and sparks some conversations about how  Tarkov mechanics could change in the future that could be really fun! Check it out! 

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the changes made in Patch  12.11.5 to Escape From Tarkov! This patch brought some small changes,  quality of life upgrades, and some potentially long-term changes that are pretty exciting! There was also a controversial change to semi-auto guns that we discuss as well! We also spend some time theory crafting about open-world Tarkov and talking through some changes we would make!  Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss some of the changes made to the overall grind of Escape From Tarkov. We talk through the Kappa container requirement change and how that came to be. We also talk about the flea market requirement being moved to level 15. Additionally, we spend a lot of time talking about how to get XP in tarkov and how it seems unrealistically weighted towards one way of grinding XP. Check out the episode!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the changes they have  been making to the loot distribution of Escape From Tarkov. We also talk through why the internet thinks Tarkov is dead and why some time out of the spotlight might be good for the game. We also spend some time talking about how to construct logical arguments and how to create real and constructive feedback and criticism. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the cultists in Escape From  Tarkov and how experiences with them have so much potential but most of the time jsut end in frustration. We also talk about Veritas' new  History Of Tarkov video and how far Tarkov has come in the last few years. The community got some sneaky leaks for the Lighthouse map on Nikitas Instagram as well and we talk about how excited we are for a  new map! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through so many changes coming to Escape From Tarkov! Over the past week Battle State Games have released and commented on a TON of information about Tarkov and how the next few months will look like. Additionally we talk about a health change that didn't go quite according to plan but was inspired by some of the conversations we have had with Nikita! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about some updates from Nikita about some bugs in the health system of Escape from Tarkov and about some networking issues that may be resolved soon! We also talk more about the cheater situation in Tarkov and in all FPS games. Towards the end we theory craft a few idea on how to make extracts more dynamic and raids a little less predictable. Check it out!

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On this episode of the pogcast we get some new information about the insurance "Bug" that has been happening in Escape From Tarkov recently. We also talk about the current cheater situation and how some recent false bans were handled. We end the cast by talking about Veritas' new video series on the History of Escape From Tarkov! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about how far Escape From Tarkov has come since the days of the Alpha. We also revisit some ideas we have had before on how to make the flea market something that supports more of the game loops as opposed to taking away from them. Finally we talk through our interview with Nikita and how to see the bigger picture of those discussions. Check it out!

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On this episode of the podcast we get the honor of sitting down with the COO and visionary of Escape From Tarkov, Nikita Buyanov. We talk about the development process for tarkov and how features are chosen, developed, and checked to make sure they support the vision of the game. We also talk about how to discern bugs from game design and how BSG defines what is "Hardcore". Finally we talk through what Nikita considers the "Perfect Raid" and we even get some small hints on some cool features that are coming. Check it out!

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On this episode of the podcast we break down how Escape from Tarkov has been feeling lately and talk through some new info we got about some upcoming features. We talk about how sniping doesn't always feel rewarding and brainstorm some ideas to make it feel better. We also talk about some new info we got on Lighthouse and VOIP. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we work through some frustrations that we have about how Battlestate Games interacts with the community and about how the development of the game can be perceived by the players. We fully recognize that we are not game developers and that there is a lot that we don't know, but in this episode we take some time to explain how we feel from our perspective. We love this game and are super excited about it's future! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the current state of Escape from Tarkov and how it has been feeling. The wipe has been fun but it seems that the longer it goes the more new and old bugs appear. We also talk about how the community and BSG communicate and we talk through some ideas on how to help identify and report bugs to Battlestate. Check it out!

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On this episode of the podcast we discuss Veritas' new comtacs science video where he breaks down all of the active headsets in Escape From Tarkov and helps you choose which one you like best! We also continue to discuss the changes made in patch 12.11 and talk at length about the current iteration of the weapon malfunctions. Finally we talk through an idea from the community that might be the best way to help casual players without making the game feel imbalanced and without hurting any other types of players.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down some of the changes to Escape From Tarkov that have come with Patch 12.11. We talk through the changes made to the requirement for the Kappa container and why the response has been so heated. We also talk through some ideas for the greater economy and the Flea Market and how we interact with it. Scav Karma has been another big change to the game that seems to be better better and better as the wipe progresses. Check out our thoughts!

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On this episode of the pogcast we break down Patch 12.11 in Escape From Tarkov. We both have a few days worth of game play and we talk through the major changes and how they affect the early game. With huge changes to the flea market, progression, optics, weapons, and the addition of scav karma, there is plenty to go through and it has definitely made this wipe feel fresh and exciting. Check it out!

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On this episode of the pogcast we break down all of the mini events that have been happening in Escape From Tarkov recently. We talk through how some events create a fun level of chaos and bring life back to the game and certain maps, and we also talk through how some of the events reveal and highlight other problems in the game that have been around for a long time. We are super excited for what is a head for Escape From Tarkov! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down all the new information we have gotten on Streets of Tarkov and about the new timeline that we have for the rest of 2021 and the beginning of 2022. There are a lot of awesome features coming to Escape From Tarkov that all have the potential to add hundreds of hours of fun to the game. We also talk about some community events that have started in the game as well. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the new Streets of Tarkov game play trailer that was released over the weekend. We talk through how the map looks and feels and how surprising it is to see a trailer with that much actual game play. We break down some of the surprises in the trailer like the APC and talk about how we are cautiously optimistic about Tarkov future. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the current state of Escape From Tarkov and how sometimes it feels like the game punishes you for playing slow and tactical and rewards you for playing hyper aggressive and careless. Additionally we talk about how video essays are made, Veritas' upcoming video, and we talk about some amazing content that we have been consuming from the recommendations of the community! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through what we are doing to keep Escape From Tarkov feeling fresh and how we are changing up the formula to get us more immersed in the game. Also, we talk a lot about the YouTube algorithm and how sometimes it can feel like it is rewarding you and also punishing you for doing well all at the same time. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the most recent Twitch Rivals event for Escape From Tarkov. We also discuss whether or not Tarkov is a competitive game in nature. At the end of the show we talk about the Internet Historian videos on Balloon Boy and recommend some other shows that we need to watch. We also asked you, the audience, to head to our Anchor website and leave us a message with something that you would love for us to check out and maybe talk about on the show! Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the recent podcast that The Team did that featured Nikita. He talk a lot about what is coming the 12.11 patch and also spoke about the other plans that Battle State Games has for Escape From Tarkov in 2021. There is a lot on the horizon for Tarkov. With features like inertia, engine upgrades, and the much anticipated Streets Of Tarkov map, there is quite a bit to be excited for. Check it out! We also offer and audio only experience as well, check that out using the link below!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we get to sit down with DJ Peach Cobbler and talk about the art of making videos that are meaningful and have something to say. Cobbler has had some incredible success on YouTube recently duo to his unique style of creating video essays on games that will simultaneously make you laugh and make you think. Check it out and definitely don't forget to check out DJ Peach Cobbler!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we interview Cheese! Cheese is a Super Mario 64 speed runner that has held multiple world records in speed running! We talk about his experiences and how he wants to make speed running more accessible to everyone! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the upcoming scav karma feature and how it could affect Escape From Tarkov. We also talk about Jesse's experience with Call of Duty: Warzone, DJ Peach Cobbler, Influencer management companies, and the ever changing YouTube Algorithm. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about our goal with the podcast and how the lack of fresh Tarkov content allows us to talk about other things we are passionate about. We also discuss the new Hired Ops game which is set in the Russia 2028 universe. Additionally we talk about how just not listening to trolls is easier said than done. Check it out!

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On this episode of the pogcast we talk about Escape From Tarkov's recoil system and how the game would feel different if there was more recoil on most of the guns. We also discuss the nerf to the price of bitcoin and how it does not affect casual players as much as many think it does.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the new 12.10 patch and talk about a ton of new information that we have about the plans for Escape From Tarkov in 2021. There are a lot of cool features on the horizon and some of them may come sooner than we think! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about content creation on YouTube and the never ending quest to satisfy the YouTube algorithm. We also talk about the "average" Escape From Tarkov player is and how they might be different than a lot of us think. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the most recent podcast that Niktia was on and all of the new information he gave us. We talk about the upcoming Patch 12.10, some of the planned features of 12.11 and some long term goals and changes that we hope come to Escape From Tarkov. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about the changes that Battle State Games have been making to the servers and we talk about the community concern about the vector, and how we often times miss the real issues. We also talk about the economics of playing in a duo or squad vs playing solo. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the current state of Tarkov and spend some time trying to think outside of the box when it comes to dealing with cheaters in Escape From Tarkov. Sometimes it can be incredibly difficult to tell if someone is cheating and while we don't ever want to over exaggerate the issue, we want try to help think of potential solutions and also educate some players on why some of the simple solutions won't work. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast, Veritas and Jesse talk about the fuel shortage in Tarkov and how it is related to the huge spike in bitcoin prices. We also discuss Tarkov audio and some funny bugs that have happened in some of the recent small patches. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast, Jesse and Veritas discuss what the game would look like with more recoil across the board and also dive into some potential ways to fix the spawn system so that you are not trapped and forced into PVP merely seconds into a raid. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss a bunch of the new changes that have happened to Escape From Tarkov recently and also break down Veritas' new video on the difference between realism and immersion and how realism can often times be bad for a game. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the new 12.9 patch!  There was a lot added in the new patch and even some surprises! We break down the surprise addition of the Cultists, all of the new guns that were added, and talk about how easy it is to make money early wipe if you know how to survive. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the patch notes for the new 12.9 patch and talk about the surprise wipe! Check it out!

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On this epsiode of The Pogcast, we talk all things Tarkov with Tweak! We talk about the idea of saved load-outs, how to sell things easier, and even other game modes we would love to see in the Tarkov universe. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk all things Tarkov with WillerZ! We talk about the recently famous snowball challenge, the new Streets of Tarkov footage, and how Tarkov could become less reliant on maps and guns for content. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we break down the most recent Battlestate Games podcast, we talk through the difference between realism and immersion in Escape from Tarkov, and we also discuss the most recent Twitch Rivals tournament and how it was run. Check it out!

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Recently we stumbled on an article posted in the Escape from Tarkov's forums that details out a lot of what the vision is for the game. Veritas was able to confirm with Nikita that most of this information is still accurate. This is exactly what we have wanted and been talking about for a while now and in this episode of the Pogcast we dive in and break it all down! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the complex ballistic system in Escape from Tarkov. With all the different guns, calibers, and ammo types it can get extremely confusing. Attempts to understand the system can often end in oversimplifications that don't tell the whole story. Sometimes more complex and intricate aren't always better. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast, we sit down with another amazing Escape From Tarkov content creator, GeeksEh, and talk about the current feel of Tarkov's netcode. We also break down Veritas' newest video in his "Getting Tarkoved" series and talk about how impactful it could be on the game if BSG could fix a few issues with the networking. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about Veritas' second installment in his "Getting Tarkoved" series and how there are a number of things that could cause an engagement to feel weird or unfair. Understanding that there are many things at play helps us not blame the wrong things. We also talk about reporting bugs and the disconnect between the players and the developers. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we breakdown Veritas' recent video on if Escape from Tarkov is supposed to be fun and what does "fun" in a video game even mean? We also talk through the major changes that come in patch 12.8. We also discuss how features like new the new shotguns and the heavy bleed mechanic can make certain parts of the game way more fun and at the same time make current problems feel worse. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the upcoming 12.8 patch, some of the changes that have happened to Tarkov over the years, and theory-craft some of the potential ways that Tarkov could implement open world. We talk about how Escape from Tarkov doesn't have a clear direction or goal that everybody can get behind and how that can cause division among the community. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we get the chance to sit down with the infamous Tarkov Loot Lord, AquaFPS! We talk about how he started on Youtube, how he made his way to Escape from Tarkov, and what he is most excited about in the game's future. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast Veritas and I talk through the recently released patch notes for the upcoming 12.8 patches in Escape from Tarkov. There are a lot of amazing changes and bug fixes that surprised us both and got us really excited to dive into this patch! Check it out!

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In this episode of the Pogcast we break down the BattleState Games podcast where they showed off a bunch of new changes coming in patch 12.8. We also break down about wipes in Escape from Tarkov. We talk about why they exist and toss out a few ideas to make them less necessary.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk about all of the graphics settings in Tarkov, what they do, and how they affect FPS in game. Veritas was able to get his hands on an Nvidia RTX 3080 and use it to do a video on his channel deep diving every setting in Tarkov to help people maximize FPS and graphic settings! We also discuss some of the recent changes to Tarkov, such as the reduction in price of the labs cards! Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we get the chance to sit down and talk video games with Markstrom! Markstrom is a member of the Marksmen stream team, an accomplished streamer, and an Escape From Tarkov veteran. We talk about Markstrom's story and how streaming became and surprise career for him. We also talk about his journey towards Tarkov and what he thinks about the game currently. Markstrom has one of the most tight-knit communities on Twitch and we talk about how to build a community that will last and sticks with you. Check it out!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we start a brand new segment called "There Are No Bad Ideas" where we break down some common ideas the the Tarkov community bring to us often and try to empathize with how the ideas originate and take some time to thoroughly discuss if those ideas would work or if they would end up causing more harm than good. We also talk about how games are made and how Veritas is diving into starting to create a game of his own!

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In this episode of The Pogcast we talk about video games, cheaters, YouTube comments, and Veritas' new favorite TV show, Dark. Escape From Tarkov has been pretty desyncy lately so we talk a bit about how desync works and how games like Valorant and Tarkov handle hit registration. We also talk about YouTube comments and how we talk to each other on the internet in this day and age. We also talk about Veritas' conversation with a cheat developer which you can watch on his YouTube channel

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through the current state of Tarkov and if it still feels fun to play. We also do some Q&A and talk about exfil camping, Streets of Tarkov, more survival mechanics, and even the meaning of life itself!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk with world record holder Dannyb21892 who currently holds the record for the fastest any% completion of The Legend Of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. We talk through the art of creating speed runs, the collaborative nature of the genre and if Escape from Tarkov could ever be a game to speed run.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we talk through patch 12.7 and how everything feels after having a few days to play with all the new changes. We talk about how quick BSG at addressing small bugs and we talk about how smoothly the roll out of the recent few patched have been. Veritas talks about wanting to get into Speed Running games and what it would look like to try and speed run Tarkov!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we get the awesome opportunity to sit down with Pestily and talk all things Tarkov and Content creation. We talk through the state of Tarkov currently, how the community sees the game, and about the 12.7 patch. We also talk about the importance of YouTube and diversifying content if you are a creator. Thanks for watching! We are also on Spotify and most podcast platforms for an audio only experience.

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On this episode of the PogCast we talk through the Patch notes for 12.7. There is a lot coming in this patch so we talk through the all the major changes and how they could effect the game in pretty big ways!

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On this episode of the PogCast we are joined by the legendary Escape From Tarkov streamer, Klean! We talk about the current state of the game and why escape from tarkov is fun. We also discuss some future features like advanced armored zones and more advanced medical systems and how they will affect the game going forward. We end the show by talking with Klean about his transition to streaming IRL gun range content alongside tarkov and how switching things up as a streamer can be a blessing and a curse.

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On this weeks episode of the Pogcast we discuss the all the recent changes that have come to Escape From Tarkov. Several guns and ammo got changed which always shifts the meta around. Additionally we talk about the new expansion to reserve and how it helps balance out the map. We discuss the continued fight against cheaters and RMT (real money trading) in tarkov and how Anton got temporarily banned.

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On this weeks episode of the Pogcast we talk about the Reserve map and how the spawns and extractions hinder it's potential. We also talk about the THICC case controversy, Tarkovs time to kill, and some changes and bugs that have been made to the ammo

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On this weeks episode of the Pogcast we talk about some personal/streamer news, DMCA-related music stuff relevant to content creators, some ideas we have for making the hideout and end-game tarkov more exciting and compelling for the longevity of the game, and we watch and review the teaser video for Streets of Tarkov which is included in the video-version of the podcast on my youtube channel! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wyEKySKdql4

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss some of the changes that came with the new wipe! We talk about the new found in raid mechanics around the flea market and how it changes the flow of the game and the economy in general. Additionally we go over the new requirements for survival and what happens when you get a “Run Though”.

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Part 1 of 2 about all things Tarkov patch 12.6 and wipe hype! Jesse and Veritas talk about performance, stutters, and Veritas gives a crash course on HRTF steam / binaural audio, and everything else you need to know about sound in Tarkov right now!

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On this week's Pogcast Veritas and Jesse talk about how they got started creating content, making videos, streaming, and some of the major milestones and lessons along the way!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we spend some time talking about the games we played before tarkov and how we ended up falling in love with this game and why we chose to stream it. Additionally, we talk about some of our all time favorite games and also some projects that are coming in the future that we are excited about!

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On the first ever live-streamed episode of the Pogcast, Jesse and Veritas talk about the most recent patches, our feelings about the changes that were made and how the game has felt in general, and then dive into an in-depth discussion about the next major patch's biggest change, the flea market being limited to items that are "found-in-raid" only, and what that means for the players, the economy, and the game in general.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we have our very first guest! We are joined by Lowsisntlow, the Escape From Tarkov player who originally found the error in Unity that brought this most recent optimization patch! We talk Unity, server tick rate, and a few things BSG could try to further improve performance!

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the new patch that came from a player who found an error in the code that has helped with general FPS. Also, we dive into the recent Twitch Rivals event and talk about the potential future of competitive Tarkov. We end the episode off by talking about the future of Escape From Tarkov and how Nikita has been alluding to eventually moving on to other games.

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On this episode of the Pogcast we discuss the current optimization patch focused on minimizing stutters and we dive into the world of what is Meta in Escape From Tarkov? What gear is cinsidered Meta? Is it worth it to run Meta gear all the time? Are there maps where it is smarter to run on a budget? We dive into all this and more!

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On this episode of the Pogcast, Veritas and Jesse discuss the upcoming patch addressing the stutters in the game and how the game is currently being developed. Monthly updates leading to more regular content and optimizations seems to be working well for the game! They also dive into some theorycrafting talking about if Tarkov could ever be open world and if/how that would bring the game to its full potential. On this Read-it-on-Reddit they discuss whether you can repair cracks in visors and how the flea market lends itself to being exploited. Thanks for listening and be sure to check out both Veritas and JesseKazam on Twitch!

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Topics

We discuss the updates to interchange and if extract camping is as prevalent as people believe. We also discuss the topic of cheaters in Escape From Tarkov and how it is currently affecting the game and how to keep a positive attitude no matter what happens. Read It On Reddit makes a comeback and they discuss how the Skill system works currently and talk about what the future could hold. Veritas shares what his very first raid in Escape From Tarkov was like during Juice Time. During the Q&A they talk about some of the most anticipated features coming to the game like dynamic loot, in-raid events, and especially Steam Audio. Check out Jesse's video on Steam Audio here: https://youtu.be/vfRx9qeI5b8

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Topics

• State of the game - primarily touching on 12.4 and the changes to the weight system
• Read it on Reddit - Backwards hats and a theory about the cause of stutters
• JUICE TIME - Jesse's insane THICC boy raid on Interchange
• Community Q&A - Should raiders be on every map? Is Factory the best map for beginners?
• Community Challenge - Join my discord and submit a screenshot of your highest kill offline mode with scavs run on Factory for your chance to win some Tarkov temp beta codes! https://discord.gg/H5NYhZu

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