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We discuss S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl and its early reviews, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and the nominees for The Game Awards 2024. Show Dot Points Stalker 2 has a long development history. The game is set in a war-torn country. Review codes can impact public perception. Day one patches can change the game's reception. The game is designed to challenge players. Survival elements are basic...

The Game Award Nominations are set to be announced this week but one Game of The Year nominee has been hinted at with clarification about what is eligible for the category. Ciaran and Ashley discuss how they feel about Elden Ring Shadow of the Erdtree potentially being up for Game of The Year. Plus Dylan shares his thoughts on LEGO Horizon Adventures. Hosts: Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/Ya...

We've all been playing Dragon Age: The Veilguard and discuss the gameplay, story, favourite companions, class and race choices and more. Dylan also discusses his final thoughts on Life is Strange: Double Exposure after finishing the game, and he and Ciaran discuss Wizard of the Coast's commitment to cross-over sets in Magic: The Gathering. Show Dot Points The character creation system in Dragon Ag...

Dylan and Ciaran discuss their time playing the first two chapters of Life is Strange: Double Exposure. They also discuss their time with the recently released Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket, which everyone seems to be playing right now. Show Dot Points The hosts express nostalgia for the original 'Life is Strange' series. The 'Pokemon Trading Card Game Pocket' mechanics are simplified for a bro...

Into the second week of Metaphor: ReFantazio and Dylan discuss with Ciaran the major early differences between the latest game from Atlus and the Persona series. Show Dot Points The gaming news cycle is slow during this time of year. Legacy of Kain is getting a remaster with significant updates. Beyond Good and Evil 2 has a new creative director after years of development. Star Citizen's developme...

It's the first show back from PAX, and Ciaran has dove right into playing Metaphor: ReFantazio. Show Dot Points 'Never' is a beautiful game with a touching story. The Xbox Partner Showcase featured exciting new titles. Metaphor: Refantasio offers a unique gaming experience. The Pokemon hacking incident raises concerns about security. Nintendo's future consoles may not be backwards compatible. Game...

Dylan, Ashley and Ciaran discuss their time at PAX AUS 2024 and highlight some of their favourite games on the show floor. Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil Ashley Hobley : https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Ciaran Marchant : https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo Arcade Couch Credits: Music by: Dylan Blight Art by: Cherie Henriques Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside. FM AI Integratio...

In the lead-up to PAX AUS 2024, we discuss the Indie Showcase games, the nominees of the AGDA's and more. Show Dot Points Daylight savings sparks a humorous debate among the hosts. PAX is a major highlight, with excitement building for the event. The Australian Game Developer Awards nominees showcase local talent. Game reviews highlight the quality and creativity of new releases. Indie games are g...

We discuss Assassin's Creed Shadow's delay and its removal from Ubisoft's booth at PAX AUS 2024 and how that will affect the show. Show Dot Points Ciaran expresses regret for past comments about PlayStation. Local gaming events can foster community engagement and excitement. Fans highly anticipate the Legacy of Kain remasters. Overwatch's current focus on skins over gameplay is concerning. The Tok...

The Nintendo Switch 2 might have leaked; Tasmania is hosting its first video game showcase, and we've got reviews for two Australian games, The Plucky Squire and Copycat. Show Dot Points The Plucky Squire is a must-play for 2024. Australian regulations on loot boxes aim to protect children. Tasmania is hosting its first video game showcase. Nintendo Switch 2 leaks suggest significant upgrades. Net...

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...