FOX on Games

Before he was the star of the silver screen, he was a collection of pixels fighting a stubborn ape. In this special episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam presents "From Pipes to Polygons." We trace Mario’s evolution from the 1983 crash to the revolutionary camera tech of Mario 64 and the symphonic scale of Super Mario Galaxy. Discover how Shigeru Miyamoto's...

Would you stay in a hotel that remembers your gaming preferences? In this Sunday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam checks in with the developers of the Atari Hotel Phoenix. We explore the 100,000-square-foot destination featuring holographic check-ins, influencer residencies, and a facade inspired by retro circuitry and Tetris. Learn how this 91-room reso...

Do you need a CS degree to make games? In this Saturday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam sits down with Ashley Sanders of San Diego Studio. Discover how her background in English and Health Science—combined with a pandemic-era streaming community—landed her a role as a Live Designer for MLB The Show 26. We also dive into the new "Road to Cooperstown" mod...

Why did "Papa Jeff" really leave Blizzard? In this episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam breaks down Jeff Kaplan's explosive Lex Fridman interview regarding the corporate pressure that derailed Overwatch. We also speculate on Microsoft’s newly revealed "Project Helix" hardware, explore Google’s latest pivot to PC gaming, and sit down with Zac Cohen and Jorda...

Get ready for some digital trick shots! In this Sunday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam reveals the return of the legendary Harlem Globetrotters to the gaming world. We dive into the revival of Acclaim Games under founder and pro-wrestling legend Jeff Jarrett, and look back at the Globetrotters’ 8-bit history as they prepare for their first modern title:...

The Mushroom Kingdom is heading to the stars, and we finally know who is providing the voice for everyone's favorite green dinosaur. In this Saturday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam breaks down the massive final cast reveal for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. From Donald Glover as Yoshi to Luis Guzmán as the long-lost villain Wart, we are looking at the s...

Is your digital inventory under threat? In this episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam breaks down Valve’s official refusal to remove item trading following New York’s "gambling" lawsuit. We also track the rising costs of gaming as Fortnite raises V-Buck prices, reveal the 2026 BAFTA nominees, and sit down with Ashley Sanders of San Diego Studio to discuss ML...

The gaming industry is facing its most significant legal week of 2026. First, we break down the U.S. government's move against Tencent Games—the Shenzhen-based giant behind League of Legends and Riot Games—citing the same data privacy concerns that led to the TikTok divestiture. Then, we dive into Nintendo’s blockbuster lawsuit against the U.S. Court of International Trade. Following the February...

It was supposed to be the next big shadow-drop success, but Highguard is officially entering its final days. Wildlight Entertainment has announced the servers will go offline on March 12th—just six weeks after a high-profile launch. From a 2-million player start to a concurrent peak that struggled to hit 500 in its final weeks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The "Esports Olympics" dream with the IOC may have cooled, but the foundation is moving forward with something even more ambitious. Mike McCabe of the Esports World Cup Foundation joins FOX on Games to reveal the Esports Nations Cup (ENC)—a battle for global gaming domination. Plus, we dive into the record-breaking launch of Resident Evil Requiem. With 350,000 concurrent players on Steam alone, it...

Shawn "Clown" Crahan is known for the chaotic energy of Slipknot, but his latest project is all about zen and healing. We go inside Vernearth, a custom-built Minecraft universe inspired by Crahan’s family and his mother’s love of science fiction. We explore how Crahan is using voxel-based building as a therapeutic tool for players to combat "real-life demons" and his ambitious plans for the platfo...

Huge news for Marvel fans and mobile gamers alike. Insomniac Games has officially "cut to the chase," announcing a Srelease date for Marvel’s Wolverine. We also look at Blizzard's surprise reveal of Overwatch Rush. It’s not a port, but a built-for-mobile 4v4 top-down hero shooter that looks to bring a MOBA-style perspective to the franchise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.c...

The survival horror era reaches a new milestone as Resident Evil Requiem officially launches across all platforms—including a specialized version for the Nintendo Switch 2. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the Raccoon City return of Leon S. Kennedy and the arrival of new character Grace Ashcroft. Then, we dive into the "Versace of the Metaverse" with Amy Luo, CEO of Blueberry. We discuss how high-end di...

It’s not dead, yet... but the clock is ticking for Highguard. Following significant layoffs at Wildlight Entertainment and a "mixed" reception on Metacritic, the studio is rolling out a massive content update to keep the public discourse alive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ubisoft breaks its silence on the massive strike involving over 1,200 employees, defending its restructuring and Return-to-Office mandates as "necessary for stability"—a move developers are calling tone-deaf. Meanwhile, Helldivers 2 is back in a big way! For its second anniversary, the game sees a massive 78% player jump on Steam as fans meme their way back to the front lines. Learn more about you...

Is there finally a social network built actually for gamers? This week, Eammonn sits down with George Jeong, creator of Minimap, to discuss why his platform is becoming the "home screen" for your gaming life. We also recap the massive announcements from the Nintendo and Sony showcases the new John Wick game. Plus, Matthew Lillard drops hints about Five Nights at Freddy's 3, Nintendo enters the tod...

Sony's State of Play delivered a massive nostalgia punch! Santa Monica Studio confirms the original God of War Greek Trilogy is getting a full remake, while simultaneously shadow-dropping a new 2D prequel, God of War: Sons of Sparta, available right now. We also celebrate the liberation of Metal Gear Solid 4 from the PS3 with the announcement of Master Collection Vol. 2. Plus, Bungie's Marathon ge...

A massive week for Nintendo's new hardware! The latest 3rd Party Direct confirms that Microsoft is going all-in on the Switch 2, bringing Fallout 4, Oblivion, and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle to the portable powerhouse. We also break down the arrival of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth and the February 27th launch of Resident Evil: Requiem alongside Biohazard and Village. Plus, Konami drops a nosta...

This week, Eammonn speaks with Phylicia Koh of Play Ventures about the booming business of gamified apps—from "Bible Chat" to the trading app "Alinea." We also break down the major privacy changes coming to Discord as they roll out mandatory age verification via facial scans. Plus, Overwatch 2 officially rebrands back to just Overwatch, bringing back CGI cinematics and introducing the controversia...

Move over, Madden—the mutants have spoken. In our final Super Bowl preview, we look at the Mutant Football League's "Mayhem Bowl" simulation. Creative Director Michael Mendheim reveals why his game has a better prediction record over the last nine years than the EA Sports giant. We break down the Nuked London Hatriots' 40-37 victory over the Microhard Mutilators. Learn more about your ad choices....

It’s the weekend of the Big Game, and the official EA Sports simulation is in! Madden NFL 26 sees a Super Bowl rematch for the ages between the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks. We break down Madden's prediction of a tight 23-20 Seahawks victory led by Sam Darnold. But we also ran our own simulation here at Fox on Games, and the results for Drake Maye and the Patriots are very differe...

Madden 25's prediction for Super Bowl 59 and its addition to Xbox Game Pass, check out if they'll be right. FOX's Eammonn Dignam has the details in this FOX on Games Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can satire save the platformer? This week, Eammonn sits down with Christian Cantamessa and Davide Soliani, the creators of Bradley the Badger, to discuss their new indie hit and how they landed Hollywood star Evan Peters for the lead role. We also dive into the controversy surrounding Google's "Project Genie"—is AI the death of game development or just a new tool? Plus, a look at Resident Evil: Re...

A massive shakeup is hitting the French gaming giant Ubisoft. With six games canceled—including the long-awaited Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time remake—and 200 layoffs looming at their Paris headquarters, the French video game makers union is officially calling for a strike. We break down the impact on upcoming titles, the closure of international studios, and what this means for the future of...

A massive week for gaming history and social sims! Blizzard kicks off its 35th-anniversary "Franchise Spotlight" series, with major updates scheduled for World of Warcraft, Overwatch, Hearthstone, and Diablo. Is a new StarCraft project hidden in the branding? Plus, we break down the surprise Nintendo Direct for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, bringing the quirky Mii-centric world to the Switch w...