The Gamereactor Show

To celebrate the spookiest day of the year, we talk about the most influential horror games, movies, and characters, and how horror continues to be an enviable template that the modern film industry should pay closer attention to.

We delve into a bunch of thoughts and impressions about AdHoc Studio’s Telltale-like superhero story all before pivoting and talking about Warner Bros. now that the famous production giant is actively open to being acquired.

We talk about the recent major leak that has painted the picture for the immediate future of Pokémon, all before changing tune and focusing on Battlefield 6 and our thoughts on the popular shooter. This, on top of a huge segue to discuss whether Taylor Swift is in a rut?

We discuss the recent Game Pass price changes and how they will impact Xbox and its fanbase for the years to come.

We discuss the immense acquisition agreement of Electronic Arts by a partner consortium featuring Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund and the ramifications it could have on the video game sector, before shifting our attention to Ghost of Yotei to share some thoughts on Sucker Punch’s latest title.

We look at the best games of the year and if we already have a fairly firm list for which titles will run away with the most awards nominations and eventual trophies this year.

We look back at the recent Nintendo Direct and discuss whether this has been the best showcase offered by the Japanese gaming giant in recent memory. We pinpoint its highs and lows, and also briefly segue off on a discussion about video game performance and how Borderlands 4 fits into the situation.

Alex and Ben share their thoughts on IO Interactive’s upcoming action-adventure game, Prime Video’s adaptation of Tomb Raider, and the planned sequel for DC Universe's Superman.

With Gamescom in the books, Alex and Ben team up and share their impressions on this year’s show, picking out and highlighting the projects that caught their attention in-person and at Opening Night Live.

It’s that time of the year once more where we discuss and preview the massive German convention, looking ahead to not just what we know will be present but also the surprises we expect to see at the Opening Night Live showcase.

We discuss and share our thoughts on the latest instalment of the shooter series, which has just concluded its open beta, a playtest that has captured the attention of countless players.

We recap the recent Pokémon Presents show and discuss why we’re at our wits end with these broadcasts, all before pivoting to our further thoughts on Donkey Kong Bananza and Superman.

We discuss the recent State of Play dedicated to Sucker Punch’s sequel and talk about how Sony’s current plans haven’t at all drummed up much interest in Ghost of Yotei. Plus, we share some thoughts on Superman and what we expect from the movie during its theatrical run.

We discuss the recent round of layoffs at Microsoft and the immense impact they will have on the video game industry and the future of Xbox and its endeavours in the hardware and software space.

We spend an episode gushing over the upcoming 3D platformer all following its recent Direct broadcast. With a massively promising experience promised, we discuss if this project will ultimately be contending with the best for Game of the Year nods, or if instead it will miss the cut.

We talk about Build a Rocket Boy’s action title, which has arrived in a maligned state and received less than favourable impressions from critics and fans, all before pivoting and discussing the immense success of the Switch 2 and how it surpassed even our wildest expectations.

We look back at the latest PlayStation State of Play, Summer Game Fest, and the Xbox Games Showcase to discuss our thoughts on the various events, before also shifting the focus to the Nintendo Switch 2 to share our impressions on the successor system.

We look back at the week that was on the latest episode of the show, including discussing the recent woes affecting Electronic Arts, Cliffhanger Games, and Codemasters, and also the rumour that Hunter Schafer will be playing Princess Zelda in the live-action The Legend of Zelda movie.

We look ahead to Summer Game Fest and what we expect to see making an appearance at this year’s Los Angeles-based festivities, all while also previewing the rest of 2025 and how we’re seemingly set for a steadier second half. Plus, we talk briefly about Superman and why we’re optimistic but cautious about the DC Universe film.

Perhaps the most anticipated video game of all-time is the topic on today’s episode, where Ben and Alex chat all about GTA VI following its massive information drop.

We shine a spotlight on the latest layoffs and cancellations at Electronic Arts, all while also chatting about the extended look at Borderlands 4, and once again celebrating the success of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

We discuss the latest events of the past week, unpacking the arrival of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and whether it should be regarded as a remake or remaster, before talking about the acclaimed Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 that everyone should try, and then capping off by discussing Ghost of Yotei’s unusual release date confirmation.

On our half-centennial episode, Alex and Ben talk about Bungie’s Marathon and why it’s not exactly imbuing confidence in them. This is before shifting focus onto A Minecraft Movie and the ridiculous viewing tendencies, before then concluding by discussing what it’s like to work in the video game industry.

We look back at the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and recap the information that the Japanese gaming titan presented to its fans, sharing our thoughts on whether it was a success or a bit of a flop.

We look ahead to next week’s major Nintendo Switch 2 Direct and share some thoughts about what we absolutely expect from the broadcast and likewise what we deem very unlikely but would love to see all the same.