The Jampack Report: Gaming News Podcast

Reports have begun circulating of an Xbox event coming in May, revealing more information about the Xbox Series X and its games. However, additional reports also report that an entry-level next-gen console, the Xbox Series S, may be getting a proper reveal.  Here are today's stories:  - Microsoft’s cheaper next-gen console, Xbox Series S, could reportedly be revealed in May - Death Stran...

While there is no confirmation of production changes, Microsoft's limited edition Cyberpunk 2077 Xbox One X announcement shares that this will be the last limited edition console and even it will be limited to 45,000 units worldwide. While it's a stretch, it wouldn't be shocking to see Microsoft cease production on their less-than-popular console earlier than intended. Here are today's stories:&nb...

After nearly two years of negative reception and complaints, Fallout 76 currently has a "mostly positive" rating as Bethesda as the game launches on Steam alongside its massive Wastelanders expansion.  Here are today's stories:  - Fallout 76 now has a 'Mostly Positive' rating on Steam - Microsoft unveils Cyberpunk 2077-themed Xbox One X  - Stadia update adds 5.1 surround sound for w...

As May approaches with no proper PlayStation 5 console reveal, reports have emerged that Sony's next flagship console will be limited to 6M consoles worldwide at launch as a response to a high price point. As scarcity of powerful components rises, Sony has reportedly been struggling with pricing. At this time, the expected release time frame of Holiday 2020 has not been impacted by the covid-19 si...

Following scathing reports of mismanagement and crunch in 2019, GTA and Red Dead studio Rockstar Games is reportely at work on the next Grand Theft Auto while grappling with new methods of company management to lighten the load placed on the development team throughout the process. Here are today's stories:  - New GTA in Development, Rockstar Reportedly Making Changes to Fix Crunch Culture -...

After years of radio silence, it seems that a new Crysis game is on the way. As teased by the official Crysis Twitter account, "RECEIVING DATA" was received as a cryptic message teasing either a remaster or an entirely new title.  Here are today's stories:  - A new Crysis is almost certainly happening - Call Of Duty: Warzone Has Banned More Players, And Further Measures Are Coming - Fort...

Osaka-based M-Two is reportedly working on a remake of Resident Evil 4, set for release in 2022. This comes just days after reports that the team is prepping for a reveal of Resident Evil 8 within the coming weeks.  Here are today's stories:  - Capcom is working on a Resident Evil 4 remake - Resident Evil 3 shipments and digital sales reach 2 million copies - The Steam Game Festival is c...

Kotaku is currently trending on Twitter after claiming that Final Fantasy VII Remake's "Easy" mode is "too easy". It's a slow news day, so let's talk about why that's a horrible take.  Here are today's stories:  - The Difference Between Final Fantasy VII's Easy And Normal Modes Is Too Drastic - Call of Duty: Warzone now has more than 50 million players one month after launch - Cyberpunk...

VENN, a new network dedicated to 24/7 gaming content, has announced a gradual rollout beginning in July. Starting with 30 hours per week of content, VENN aims to grow into a 24/7 source of content available in multiple platforms - including a dedicated television channel. Here are today's stories:  - VENN wants to re-create the magic of G4TV but with YouTube and Twitch stars - Twitch rolls ou...

Google has launched its free tier of Google Stadia, its cloud-based gaming service. On top of that, Google is also providing 2 months of Stadia Pro to all players, including existing Pro subscribers.  Here are today's stories:  - Google Stadia Free Starting Today, Pro Subscription Free for Two Months - Inside Xbox April 2020 Episode News Recap - The Witcher 3 sold nearly as well in 2019...

Sony has revealed new details about the PlayStation 5's controller, officially named the DualSense. Featuring a larger design more akin to the Xbox brand, the DualSense is packing in adaptive triggers, haptic feedback, and a built-in microphone, along with some DualShock 4 features like a touchpad and light bar.  Here are today's stories:  - Sony reveals new DualSense controller for the...

After a Switch port was released in 2019, "Saints Row The The Third" is coming to PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC on May 22.  Here are today's stories:  - A Saints Row: The Third remaster is coming to PC, PS4, and Xbox One in May -  Atari VCS system architect Rob Wyatt is suing Atari over missed payments  - New Resident Evil Survey From Capcom Asks if Fans Want More Remakes and...

While E3 2020 has been been cancelled, IGN is hosting a digital event this summer featuring live broadcasts, interviews with developers, hands-on demos, and more from studios around the world.  Here are today's stories:  - IGN Announces 'Summer of Gaming' Event in June - Mixer gives extra $100 to partners during coronavirus outbreak - The Xbox Spring Sale 2020 Is Now Live, Hundreds Of Ti...

The Last of Us Part 2 has been officially delayed indefinitely as a result of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The news comes by way of the PlayStation twitter account which broken the news that Naughty Dog's newest tile and the upcoming PSVR exclusive, Iron Man VR, would both be delayed until further notice. Here are today's stories:  - The Last of Us II Delayed Indefinitely - The Last of U...

As people around the world are staying home from work and school to "flatten the curve", Twitch is experiencing a period of explosive resurgent growth after a decline in Q4 2019.  Here are today's stories:  - Twitch Breaks Various Viewership Records Amid Coronavirus Quarantine - Sources: Despite Huge Sales, Borderlands 3 Developers Are Getting Stiffed On Bonuses - Phil Spencer 'felt even...

After years of rumors, Modern Warfare 2's campaign has been remastered and is out now on PlayStation 4, but Xbox One and PC players will have to wait until April 30 to get their hands on this late-2000s classic. Here are today's stories:  - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has been remastered and is out today - Uncharted Movie Release Date Pushed Back to October 2021 - Super Mario 64, Sunshine,...

VGC reports that multiple Super Mario Games are being remastered for the Nintendo Switch in celebration of the series' 35th anniversary. The moves comes at a time in which the Switch is hitting its stride as a leading console in a year where sales of competing hardware are beginning to slump. Here are today's stories:  - Nintendo has big plans for Super Mario Bros.’ 35th anniversary - Modern...

Dataminers have uncovered in-game advertisements for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered in the most recent update to 2019's Modern Warfare. While no release date or price was discovered, the leak comes at a time when Season 3 content is due to launch in a matter of days.  Here are today's stories:  - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Campaign Remastered leaked, seemingly com...

After a long wait, Nintendo fans finally got a brief glimpse into what the rest of 2020 holds for the Nintendo Switch. Featuring the first three Borderlands games, The Bioshock Collection, Burnout Paradise, and more, 2020 is shaping up to be a fantastic year for the Nintendo Switch. Here are today's stories:  - Here's every Nintendo Direct Mini announcement from today's stream - Control devel...

As manufacturing facilities around the world saw disruptions in their manufacturing processes, the probability of a delay for the next-generation gaming consoles seemed inevitable. However, Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella calmed nerves during a CNBC interview in which he said the Microsoft hardware supply chain was beginning to "get back on rails" as the world begins to return to normalcy. Here are to...

Following weeks of speculation, Konami has confirmed that rumors of Silent Hill and Silent Hills reboots are "not true".  Here are today's stories:  - Recent Silent Hill and Silent Hills rumors are “not true” according to Konami - Leaked Star Wars 1313 Image Appears to Back Up Rumors of it Being a Boba Fett Game - FOX Sports to air complete eNASCAR iRacing Pro Invitational Series - PSN d...

After claiming to be "essential" during the coronavirus pandemic, GameStop faced ample backlash from employees, customers, and government officials. Now, the gaming retail giant is officially closing their doors and restricting their sales to digital and delivery options for the time being.  Here are today's stories:  - GameStop will temporarily close all storefronts to customers - Sony...

Sony has clarified via the PlayStation Blog that the "majority" of the more than 4000+ PlayStation 4 games will be backwards compatible with the PlayStation 5. Previous statements had given alluded to only the top 100 best-selling PlayStation 4 games being compatible, however it's since been clarified that those will be enhanced to take advantage of the additional power of the PlayStation 5 hardwa...

After 2019's Modern Warfare reboot, it seems that Treyarch is following suit with a gritty reboot of the Black Ops franchise. Set to feature Alex Mason and Frank Woods, the new game will run on Infinity Ward's in-house engine that is to be used for future Call of Duty releases. Here are today's stories:  - Call of Duty 2020 is reportedly ‘a gritty Black Ops reboot’ - GameStop Employees Told t...

Sony's PlayStation architect Mark Cerny shared full specs for the PlayStation 5 during a livestreamed press conference on Wednesday. While the console has less power overall than Microsoft's Xbox Series X, Cerny clarified that a specific number of teraflops isn't indicative of what developers are actually capable of with the new hardware. Here are today's stories:  - PlayStation 5 will featur...