DLC

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DLC is your Down Loadable Commentary for the week, giving you a rundown of everything you need to know about gaming in it's many forms! Whether it is on desktops, laptops, or consoles, VR, AR, or tabletop, DLC is your source for info, analysis, and opinion from the best voices in the industry! Hosts Jeff Cannata and Christian Spicer are joined each episode by a special guest to decide on a Story of the Week and discuss the games on their Playlist! DLC, the Digital Lifestyle Companion for gamers who Don't Like Cynicism. DLC was named one of Entertainment Weekly's 20 "Must Listen" podcasts!

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659: Steve Watts: Sony ends physical media, Splatoon Raiders, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds, Geometry Dash, Subnautica 2 legal battle, Summer Games Done Quick 06.07.2026 1:49:06

Jeff and Christian welcome Steve Watts from Gamespot to the show this week to discuss the ramifications of Sony ending support for physical media on Playstation, the latest Games Done Quick feats, and the outcome of the legal battle over Subnautica 2. The Playlist: Steve : Splatoon Raiders, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Sonic Racing CrossWorlds Christian : Lego Batman: Legac...

658: Jakejames Lugo: Star Fox Switch 2, GTA 6 pre-orders, another Xbox price hike, Steam Machine pricing, Star Wars Eclipse in jeopardy, Resident Evil 2 mystery solved, 007 First Light, LEGO Batman, Forza Horizon 6, Dark Scrolls 29.06.2026 1:43:27

Jeff and Christian welcome Youtuber Jakejames Lugo back to the show this week to discuss the strike at Quantum Dream, a 28-year old mystery in Resident Evil 2, and lots of chaos around the industry, including GTA 6's price and details, another price increase for the Xbox, more layoff, and abysmal hardware sales for May. The Playlist: Jakejames : Star Fox on Switch 2, 007 First Light , LEGO Batman...

657: Adam Leonhardt & Anthony Taormina: Control Resonant, Steam Next Fest, Xbox developer bloodbath, GTA6 box art, Unreal Engine 6 AI, 007: First Light, Dave the Diver, Blood Dungeon, Echoes of Mystralia, Ascenders Beyond the Peak 22.06.2026 1:42:28

Jeff welcomes Adam Leonhardt from Mega Dads and Anthony Taormina from Gamerant to discuss Xbox studios coming under the axe, Grand Theft Auto 6's pre-order price, and all the AI going into the next version of the Unreal Engine. The Playlist: Adam : 007 First Light, Dave the Diver Anthony : Destiny 2 RIP, Pokemon GO, Control Resonant Jeff : Steam Next Fest: Echoes of Mystralia, Ascenders Beyond the...

656: Nintendo Direct, Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake, Kingdom Hearts 4, Xenoblade Genesis, Fable, Xbox boss' newest email, Ghost Recon in trouble, Star Fox Switch 2 demo, 007 First Light, As We Descend, Lost Castle 2 15.06.2026 1:36:05

This is the episode that almost didn't happen! Power outages, guests dropping, and technical maelstrom... yet despite it all, Jeff and Christian give you their takes on Nintendo's latest Direct, 30 minutes of Fable gameplay, Xbox's dire straits, and more! The Playlist: Christian : Star Fox Switch 2 demo; 007 First Light Jeff : As We Descend, Lost Castle 2 Parting Gifts!!

655: Summer Games Fest Special with Lana Bachynski 08.06.2026 2:26:14

It's that time of year again! Jeff, Christian, and Lana run down all of the huge announcements from the biggest week in video games! Sony State of Play, Summer Games Fest, and Xbox Showcase! Which games hit the top of our lists?

654: Zach Barbieri: Mina The Hollower, 007: First Light, Fable delayed, CoD Modern Warfare 4 details, Steam Deck price hike, Froggy Hates Snow, inKonbini, Coffee Talk Tokyo, Planet Zoo, Tales of Arise 01.06.2026 2:26:49

Jeff and Christian welcome Zach Barbieri from Pixel Byte to the show this week to discuss XBOX delaying Fable, Infinity Ward's big reveal of Modern Warfare 4, a huge price hike for Steam Deck, and more! The Playlist: Zach : Mina The Hollower, 007: First Light, inKonbini, Coffee Talk Tokyo, Planet Zoo, Tales of Arise (NS2) Christian : 007 First Light Jeff : 007:First Light, Froggy Hates Snow, Mina...

653: Parris Lilly: Destiny 2 is dead, Forza Horizon 6, Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, Mixtape, Rune Dice, Hasbro kills D&D game, Six One Indie Showcase 25.05.2026 1:30:24

Jeff and Christian welcome Parris Lilly from Gamertag Radio back to the show this week to discuss the future of Bungie in light of Destiny 2 leaving active development, the massive slate of indie games at Six One Indie Showcase, and Wizards of the Coast no longer developing a single-player D&D game. The Playlist: Parris : Forza Horizon 6, Mixtape Christian : Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Kni...

652: Brian Shea: Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, Alabaster Dawn, Black Jacket, Xbox is now XBOX, Talos Principle 3, Capcom sales are 93% digital 18.05.2026 1:48:48

Jeff and Christian welcome Brian Shea from Game Informer back to the show this week to discuss the big XBOX rebrand, a huge move away from physical media, and Talos Principle getting a final installment. The Playlist: Brian : Forza Horizon 6 Christian : Forza Horizon 6 Jeff : Subnautica 2, Alabaster Dawn, Black Jacket Parting Gifts!

651: Rich Lovejoy: Star Fox, Switch 2 price increase, Double Fine unionizes, Bungie a huge loss for Sony, Mixtape, Steam Controller, Quartet, Banquet For Fools, Perfect Tides: Station to Station, Cyclopean: The Great Abyss, Caves of Qud, Obey the Insect G 11.05.2026 2:23:01

Jeff and Christian welcome Rich Lovejoy from Gamers With Job Conference Call back to the show this week to discuss another video game union formalizing, Nintendo's big Star Fox 64 remake, Switch 2's price going up, and much more! The Playlist: Rich : Quartet, Banquet For Fools, Perfect Tides: Station to Station, Cyclopean: The Great Abyss, Caves of Qud, Obey the Insect God Christian : Mixtape, Ste...

650: Tim Schafer: Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, Kiln, Shapez 2, Aphelion, Tom Clancy's The Division Resurgence, Thank Goodness You’re Here, Subnautica 2, Steam Controller, Evercade C64 Handheld 04.05.2026 1:27:18

For this, the 650th episode of DLC, Jeff and Christian are thrilled to welcome legendary game designer and co-founder of Double Fine, Tim Schafer to the show to discuss Subnautica's rocky road to early access, Valve pushing ahead with Steam Controllers, and Evercade's retro handhelds for two classic computer systems. The Playlist: Tim : Kiln, Resident Evil Requiem, Thank Goodness You’re Here Chris...

649: Joe Zieja: Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynched, New Xbox logo, FFXIV Evercold, Pragmata, Vampire Crawlers, Kiln, Marvel Rivals, People of Note, Boss Monsters, Horrified D&D 27.04.2026 2:02:13

Jeff and Christian welcome VO actor Joe Zieja to the show ths week to discuss a huge new expansion to Final Fantasy XIV, Asha Sharma's new vision for Xbox, Assassin's Creed Black Falg Resynch's changes and updates, and more! The Playlist: Joe : Marvel Rivals, Octopath Traveler 2, Olija, People of Note Christian : Pragmata, Control (iOS) Jeff : Vampire Crawlers, Kiln Tabletop Time: Joe : Magical At...

648: Eren 'Caboose' Kose: Pragmata, Replaced, Mouse P.I. For Hire, Marathon, GTA 6 Rockstar financials leak, Metro 2039, Game Pass too expensive? 20.04.2026 2:11:33

Jeff and Christian welcome Youtuber Eren 'Caboose' Kose to the show this week to discuss a hacker leak of Rockstar's financials, the new head of Xbox's assertion that Game Pass is too expensive, and a new video game made during wartime. The Playlist: Eren : Marathon Christian : Pragmata, Replaced Jeff : Pragmata, Mouse P.I. For Hire Parting Gifts!

647: Rebekah Valentine: Prove You're Human, Neverway, Castlevania Belmont's Curse, Long Gone, Pokopia, Elden Ring: Nightreign, Borderlands Mobile, Sol Cesto, MINOS, WoW: Midnight, Epic's Disney shooter 13.04.2026 1:56:47

Jeff and Christian welcome multi-award winning games reporter, Rebekah Valentine back to the show this week to discuss WoW's latest World First Raid Boss race, Epic's rumored first game from their $1.5 billion deal with Disney, and all the awesome indie games at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase. The Playlist: Rebekah : Pokopia, Elden Ring: Nightreign Christian : Borderlands Mobile Jeff : Sol Cesto...

646: Jacob Dekker: PS6 rumors, Pokemon patents, Marvel MaXimum Collection, Super Meat Boy 3D, Slay the Spire 2, Pokopia, Pokemon Champions, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2+ platinumed for the first time ever 06.04.2026 1:43:47

Jeff and Christian welcome Jacob Dekker from Gamespot to the show for the first time to discuss Nintendo's Pokemon patent being revoked, rumors of a PS6 handheld, and a wildly difficult PSN trophy it took 13 years to finally achieve. The Playlist: Jacob : Pokemon Leaf Green, Pokopia, Pokemon Champions, Slay the Spire 2 Christian : Marvel MaXimum Collection Jeff : Super Meat Boy 3D, Slay the Spire...

645: Jordan Middler: Saros, Pokemon Champions, Pokopia, Crimson Desert, Raccoin, PS5 price increase, Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake, new Star Fox, Artificial Detective, Net Attack Code or Die! 30.03.2026 1:49:24

With Christian out, Jeff is joined by Anthony Taormina from Gamerant, and the two of them welcome Jordan Middler from VGC to the show to discuss more console price increases, Nintendo's 2026 line-up leaked, and Xbox's latest Partner Preview. The Playlist: Jordan : Saros, Pokemon Champions, Raccoin Anthony : Pokemon Champions, Pokopia, Crimson Desert, Raccoin Jeff : Net Attack Code or Die! Parting...

644: Kahlief Adams: Crimson Desert, Marathon, DLSS 5, Subnautica 2, CounterStrike 2, Super Battle Golf, Big Walk 23.03.2026 2:18:46

With Jeff on vacation, Christian welcomes Lana Bachynski and Kahlief Adams to the show to talk about DLSS 5, an update on the legal battle between the cofounders of Subnautica developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton, CounterStrike 2 changing how reloading works in the game, and more! The Playlist: Kahlief : Marathon, Big Walk Lana : Super Battle Golf, Marathon Christian : The Simpsons: Hit...

643: Travis Northup: Marathon, Slay the Spire 2, GDC, Xbox Project Helix , Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Empire City, Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea, Super Mario Wonder for Switch 2 16.03.2026 1:43:37

Jeff and Christian welcome Travis Northup from IGN to the show to discuss the big Xbox keynote at GDC 2026, discussing Project Helix and Xbox Mode on PC, the possibility of Simpsons Hit n Run returning, and Nintendo's $80 release of Super Mario Wonder on Switch 2. The Playlist: Travis : Marathon, TMNT: Empire City Christian : Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea Jeff : Slay the Spire 2 Parting Gi...

642: M.H. Williams: Slay the Spire 2, WoW: Midnight, Resident Evil Requiem, Mario Tennis Fever, Esoteric Ebb, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Mobile, Microsoft Project Helix, Sony on PC no more, Ubisoft Assassin's Creed update 09.03.2026 1:45:16

Jeff and Christian welcome M.H. Williams from the Stuff Worth Knowing newsletter to discuss Sony no longer porting their frist party exclusives to PC, Microsoft's next gen Xbox details, and Ubisoft laying out the plan for Assassin's Creed. The Playlist: M.H. : World of Warcraft: Midnight, Resident Evil Requiem, Esoteric Ebb Christian : Resident Evil Requiem, Mario Tennis Fever, Tom Clancy's Rainbo...

641: Tamoor Hussain: Resident Evil Requiem, Marathon, Marvel's Wolverine dated, Stage Tour, Bloodbourne remake nixed, Vampire Crawlers, Enter the Chronosphere, Spellsy, Alabaster Dawn, Rune Dice, Croak, TMNT: Empire City, AYN Thor 02.03.2026 2:35:15

Jeff and Christian welcome youtuber and game reviewer Tamoor Hussain back to the show this week to discuss reports that FROM Software prevented Bloodborne remake from happening, Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine getting a September release date, and a new rhythmn game from the folks who made Guitar Hero. The Playlist: Tamoor : Resident Evil Requiem, AYN Thor, Clutchtime Christian : Resident Evil Requ...

640: Jay Peters: Phil Spencer and Sara Bond leave Xbox, Bluepoint Games shut down, Unity touts “AI-driven authoring”, God of War: Sons of Sparta, CorgiSpace, Mario Tennis Fever, Forgotlings, Scott Pilgrim EX, Cairn 23.02.2026 1:57:44

Jeff and Christian welcome Jay Peters from the Verge to the show this week to discuss the massive shakeup at Xbox, Sony shuttering another studio, and Unity bringing prompted casual games to GDC. The Playlist: Jay : God of War: Sons of Sparta, CorgiSpace, Cairn Christian : Scott Pilgrim EX demo, Blade Runner: Enhanced Edition Jeff : Mario Tennis Fever, Forgotlings Parting Gifts!

639: Jesse Norris: Mario Tennis Fever, High On Life 2, Sony State of Play, God of War Sons of Sparta, Castlevania Belmont's Curse, Replaced, Highguard layoffs, new class in Diablo 2 16.02.2026 1:52:42

Jeff and Christian welcome Jesse Norris from DayOne back to the show to discuss the huge new Sony State of Play, laying out many of Playstation's biggest upcoming releases, new content for a 26-year old masterpiece, and layoffs for Highguard. The Playlist: Jesse : High On Life 2, Mario Kart World, DK Bananza, GoW Sons of Sparta Christian : Mario Tennis Fever, Replaced Demo Jeff : High on Life 2,...

638: Mike Futter: Horizon Hunter's Gathering, Steam Machine delay, Ubisoft in turmoil, Cairn, Dwarves: Glory, Death, and Loot, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, Pragmata, Mario Tennis, Elden Ring Seamless mod, Cyberpunk 2077 09.02.2026 2:01:53

Jeff and Christian welcome Michael Futter from the Virtual Economy Podcast back to the show this week to discuss Ubisoft's restructuring, the new Horizon multiplayer game announcement, and Valve's update on its upcoming hardware ventures. The Playlist: Mike : Cyberpunk 2077. Elden Ring (Seamless mod), Nightreign, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator Christian : Mario Tennis; Mario Power Tennis, R...

637: Jill Grodt: MIO: Memories In Orbit, Death Howl, TR-49, Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, No Rest For the Wicked, Project Genie, Highguard, PLUS BONUS CONTENT: Crimson Desert Interview 02.02.2026 2:31:52

Jeff and Christian welcome Jill Grodt from Indie Informer back to the show this week to discuss the latest GDC developer survey, Google's AI video game creator, and the curious case of Highguard. The Playlist: Jill : MIO: Memories In Orbit, Death Howl, TR-49, Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, Christian : Chibi-Robo! Plug Into Adventure! Jeff : MIO: Memories in Or...

636: Imran Khan: Fable, Forza Horizon 6, Beast of Reincarnation, Kiln, Ubisoft cancels Sands of Time, Dispatch, Ace Attorney Investigations 2, Big Hops, Blightstone, Escape from Ever After, Hack & Climb 26.01.2026 1:42:02

Jeff and Christian welcome Imran Khan from Restart.ru n back to the show this week to discuss the latest Xbox Developer Direct featuring Fable and Forza Horizon 6, and Ubisoft's massive restructuring that led to game cancelations and delays. The Playlist: Imran : Ace Attorney Investigations 2, Big Hops Christian : Dispatch episodes 3 and 4 Jeff : Blightstone, Escape from Ever After, Hack & Cl...

635: Jakejames Lugo: Resident Evil Requiem, Meta abandons VR, Legend of Zelda Lego, Metroid Prime 4, Ball X Pit, Star Wars Outlaws, Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 edition, Galactic Glitch, Dunecrawl 19.01.2026 1:40:55

Jeff and Christian welcome video game youtuber Jakejames Lugo to the show this week to discuss Lego's Ocarina of Time set, new info about Resident Evil Requiem, the closure of top-tier VR gaming studios, and more! The Playlist: Jakejames : Ball X Pit, Star Wars Outlaws (PS5), Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, Metroid Prime 4 Christian : Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 edition, Animal Crossing: New Horizon...