Rushdown Radio - Video Game and Entertainment Podcast

The FGC has been in an uproar , and this episode of FGC-Ism pulls no punches. We break down Pakistan’s clean sweep over Korea at the latest Tekken 8 pro event — and why Arslan Ash’s victory speech stirred the pot. Meanwhile, Tekken 8 Season 2 changes sparked serious backlash from fans and pros worldwide. We also dive into SNK’s bold move to add two actual people to the base roster of Fatal Fury: C...

This week on Rushdown Radio , we take Nintendo, Ubisoft, and Sony to task in a news cycle that’s equal parts clownery and chaos. Doug Bowser finally responds to the backlash over Switch 2 pricing — but does it actually help? Ubisoft doubles down in court, insisting you don’t really own your games, and Bungie’s latest look at Marathon has folks wondering if it’s just Concord 2.0 . Meanwhile, Shuhei...

This week on Hollywolves , Matt and Michael unpack the wildest headlines and pop culture curveballs. From Sheryl Lee Ralph finally getting her flowers on the Walk of Fame to the highlights of Coachella 2025, nothing is off-limits. We recap C2E2 2025, react to the Immortal Legend Batman reveal, and break down that Fantastic Four: First Steps trailer. Plus: Netflix’s weird new show Pop The Balloon ,...

Team Rushdown discusses the Nintendo Direct and the Switch 2 reveal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Rushdown Radio , we’re diving into the biggest gaming industry shake-ups and controversies: Nintendo is ending support for Gold Coins . What does this mean for digital rewards and eShop users? Marvel Rivals players are calling out NetEase for a severe lack of moderation—are we witnessing another live-service disaster? Warner Bros. just canceled the highly anticipated Wonder Woman game...

The FGC has been wild this week, and we’re here to break it all down! Hidden Variable is officially done working on Skullgirls . What does this mean for the future of the game? City of the Wolves Season 1 is fully revealed, but its beta test had some major issues. SNK already announced a new one—can they fix things in time? Under Night In-Birth II just got a massive shake-up as Ogre enters the fra...

This week on Hollywolves , we’re diving headfirst into one of the most chaotic weeks in entertainment! The infamous Powerpuff Girls CW pilot trailer has finally surfaced, and it's just as disastrous as we expected. Was this doomed project ever salvageable? Disney continues its troubling trend of shelving projects starring Black leads—what’s really going on behind the scenes? Daredevil: Born Again...

It is current year of our God Emperor Trump and the bullshit never slows down. We talk about the recent Grammy Award winners and losers. We talk about the recent slew of new trailers and teasers from Marvel. Guess who performed at the Trump Inauguration? Some might surprise while others are go figure. Later we talk about Castlevania Nocturne Season 2 and the recent episodes of Invincible. These to...

This week, the gaming industry is going through some major shifts, and we’re here to break it all down! EA is out here claiming that Veilguard could have been a hit—if only it had been a live service game. Are they just coping, or does this reveal a deeper problem with their strategy? Nintendo just took a legal L, losing a battle over "Super Mario" to a supermarket of all things. But the bigger bo...

The FGC is on fire this week, and we’re here to break it all down! Guilty Gear Strive finally makes its way to the Switch—can it hold up? Meanwhile, Floyd is unexpectedly uniting the Mortal Kombat community. Over in Street Fighter 6 , Mai Shiranui has officially joined the roster, marking a huge crossover moment! But Capcom isn’t stopping there—they’ve promised even more content on the way. Virtua...

We've reached the end credits for 2024. Join us as we discuss the year that was 2024 in film, television and music. And what we're looking forward to in 2025. Also we top our Movies of the Year. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You see the title... You are here to listen to us talk about the Game Awards 2024 and also look back at some of the biggest stores from this year. We also talk about our Top 5 Games of 2024. Yes, that is a real video game you can buy on Steam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're discussing the year of 2024 in the Fighting Game Community. We go over some of the highs and lows as well as a small bit from the Game Awards 2024. There was much to discuss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Rush Hour, we tackle a series of updates from the gaming world that have fans on edge. First, we explore the new law requiring Steam to disclose details about game ownership—raising questions about player privacy and the impact on the industry’s digital future. Next, we cover the closure of Firewall Studios , the team behind Concord, the game no one wanted or asked for. We a...

This episode of FGCism dives deep into the turbulent waters of the Fighting Game Community, where there’s no shortage of drama and big announcements. We start with the Tekken community, which finds itself in disarray. With Season 4 of Guilty Gear Strive kicking off through the "Dizzy Patch," reactions are mixed as fans dissect every frame and balance tweak.  Then, we discuss the teaser for *J...

This week on Hollywolves , we’re diving into a packed lineup of news, reveals, and a touch of Halloween glam! First up, Disney+ has dropped a tantalizing new “Coming Soon” reel, but all eyes are on Henry Cavill, who’s set to bring the iconic Voltron to life in a live-action adaptation. Meanwhile, fans of Power Rangers might be sad to hear about the upcoming auction of classic series memorabilia—it...

Welcome to the Howling Hour 2024 with extra special guest Melanie, aka *Moxxie Peachez*, horror aficionado and video game lover! Moxxie dives into her top favorite scary movies and video games, setting the stage for a deep dive into all things horror this year.  We look back at the 2024 horror landscape, exploring movies like *Alien: Romulus*, *Beetlejuice 2*, *Longlegs*, *Trap*, *The Substan...

In this episode of The Rush Hour, we tackle the latest controversies and headlines in gaming: RIP Concord , Sony’s live-service game that shut down after just three weeks. Sony admits they don't have enough original IPs, raising questions about their future strategy. Game Pass subscriptions are under fire for being worse than advertised—what’s really going on? The PS5 Pro reveal has sparked intens...

In this new episode of FGC-Ism, we're breaking down the hottest news and updates in the fighting game community: - *Byte Breaker* makes a grand reintroduction to the scene. - We dive into the "Baddie Bots" with the latest *Mortal Kombat 1* trailers featuring Noob Saibot and the chaos that reigns. - The *Dragon Ball FighterZ* community is reeling after insane balance changes shake up the game. - Te...

In this episode of Hollywolves, we cover a mix of music, entertainment, and cultural news: Katy Perry is honored with the Video Vanguard Award and wins Most Iconic Performance for "Roar" at the 2024 VMAs. We also discuss her decision to collaborate with Dr. Luke on her new album. Kendrick Lamar is announced as the headliner for the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show, and Lil Wayne isn’t happy about it....

In this episode, we tackle a variety of hot topics sent in by our listeners, starting with Micah Weathersby's question: What video games are considered cult classics but have never been re-adapted or remade for modern consoles? We delve into some forgotten gems that deserve a second life. Next, we discuss the resurfacing of problematic issues surrounding the developers of WuKong , highlighted in a...

In this episode of FGC-ism, we dive deep into the world of fighting games and competitive play. We kick things off with the Mortal Kombat 1 Khaos Reigns update, exploring the next slew of DLC characters. Next, we head into the 2XKO Alpha Lab to discuss whether combos are getting too long and if they’re affecting the overall balance of the game. We also tackle the current state of cosmetic DLC acro...

In this episode of *Hollywolves*, we dive into the latest buzz in the entertainment world. Colin Kaepernick has launched an AI-driven comic book company, raising questions about the future of storytelling. Meanwhile, Tyler Perry stirs controversy by labeling his critics as "Uppity Negroes," sparking a heated debate. We also share our excitement over the biggest announcements from D23 and SDCC 2024...

In this new episode of Hollywolves, we delve into some of the most trending stories rocking the entertainment world right now. First, we discuss the potential bombshell news that J.K. Rowling could lose her rights to the Harry Potter franchise, a development that could change the wizarding world forever. We then turn our attention to Justin Timberlake, whose recent DUI arrest has sparked a signifi...

In this action-packed episode of FGCism, we bring you the hottest news and updates from the fighting game community. New character trailers for Hunter x Hunter . Evo 2024 breaks registration records, with rumors of Evo potentially coming to Saudi Arabia. A heated debate on whether graphics really matter in games. Braum joins the roster of 2XKO , with a playtest announced. Takeda teased for Mortal...