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Annapurna Interactive has its staff quit out of nowhere, so what's going on there? Show Dot Points The PlayStation Pro announcement sparked significant discussion among gamers. Microsoft's layoffs reflect ongoing challenges in the gaming industry. Total War Warhammer 3 continues to be popular among players. Space Marine 2 has received positive feedback for its gameplay and design. Flappy Bird's re...

One video game is released to acclaim, and the other lasts just less than two weeks before it's scrubbed from the timeline. Show Dot Points NBA 2K25 features improved gameplay and animations but continues to face criticism for its monetization system. The game Concord was poorly marketed and executed, leading to its cancellation just 11 days after release. Sony's focus on multiplayer games and lac...

We discuss Star Wars Outlaws and Deadlock, the newest game from Valve! Show Dot Points Deadlock is praised for its MOBA elements and character variety Star Wars: Outlaws receives criticism for its lackluster narrative and repetitive missions The hosts express disappointment with Star Wars: Outlaws and rate it around 5.5 out of 10 Star Wars: Hunters has frustrating mechanics, including inconsistent...

Conchord is now out but it seems like no one has noticed. Is the new Playstation release already on life support or is it possible to turn around its weak launch? Plus all the games shown during Gamescom Opening Night Live. Hosts: Ciaran Marchant : https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo Ashley Hobley : https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Episode Timecodes 00:00:00 - Hello 00:00:58 - Concord’s First Weekend T...

Dylan and Ashley have played a couple of hours of The Plucky Squire, which finally has a release date, and they discuss what they've played and their thoughts on the game. Show Dot Points Dylan's mixed review of 'The Crush House.' The release date of Dragon Age: The Veil Guard Discussion on the potential release date of the Nintendo Switch 2 Mention of Valve's unannounced hero shooter, Deadlock, a...

Ash has watched the Borderlands movie and says it's as bad as you've heard. Show Dot Points Cat Quest 3 is praised for its gameplay mechanics and visual style. The Borderlands movie has received negative reviews and criticism, with many considering it disappointing. The studio interference and lack of violence in the Borderlands movie have been major points of criticism. Metacritic provides a list...

Dylan talks about how funny Thank Goodness You're Here is, and we discuss the biggest news stories of the week.  Show Dot Points Game Informer, one of the last gaming magazines, is shutting down after 33 years. The closure of Game Informer is part of a trend of layoffs and closures in the gaming journalism industry. GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has emphasized the need to scrutinize expenses and elimina...

We discuss the Marvel Rivals beta, news about a Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver remaster, and upcoming games in August. Show Dot Points The SAG-AFTRA strike highlights the need for clear and enforceable protections for video game performers. The staff layoff at Humble Games is a blow to the indie gaming scene. The potential remaster of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver is exciting for franchise fans. The de...

We discussed some short news stories this week, and Dylan had an impression of Dungeons of Hinterberg. Show Dot Points Dungeons of Hinterberg combines elements of Persona and The Legend of Zelda. The upcoming Untitled Goose Game exposition in Melbourne offers a behind-the-scenes look at the production of the indie game. Fallout received multiple Emmy nominations, surprising the hosts. The gameplay...

Concord is great, and it's Ciaran's new love, so we break down why it's taken his world by storm. Show Dot Points There is a lack of standout games in 2023 so far, with no big defining Sony IP and no game that revolutionises the industry. The closure of Kotaku Australia highlights the challenges faced by the games media industry despite the thriving games development scene in Australia. Xbox Game...

Dylan talks about playing the Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess demo and how much he enjoyed it, and Ciaran talks about The First Descendant now ticking a lot of boxes for him. Show Dot Points The Watch Dogs franchise has struggled with creating compelling protagonists, and there are doubts about the potential for a successful movie adaptation. The conversation highlights the importance of having...

We discussed the Dr Disrespect news from the last week and what it could mean for Twitter and Youtube.

We break down the June 2024 Nintendo Direct and all the news from the showcase. Show Dot Points The hosts discuss the highly anticipated release of Elden Ring and the mixed opinions surrounding its difficulty. They speculate about the upcoming Nintendo Switch successor and its impact on the current console's game releases. The hosts review the games featured in the Nintendo Direct, sharing their t...

The latest Dragon Age news paired with a gameplay video is finally ready to admit; it's looking pretty exciting. Show Dot Points The hosts review their predictions for Summer Game Fest and determine the outcomes. They discuss the announcement of new games and trailers, including Alan Wake 2 DLC and Fable. The conversation touches on software updates, Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, and the niche appeal...

In the last of our SGF specials, we discuss Ubisoft Direct and The Future Game Show. Show Dot Points The Ubisoft Forward event had a strong start and finish, but the middle section felt like filler content. The open-world Star Wars game Star Wars Outlaws received mixed reactions, with some finding it generic and others intrigued by its mechanics. Ciaran felt that Ubisoft should reconsider its pres...