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| Hasan Drama, Is BF6 Woke, Women in Gaming and More... Mythic Banter #61 | 18 Oct 2025 | 01:54:54 | |
Thank you for watching as Accolonn and Rurikhan jump into the Gaming News of the week! Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGamingRurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| Things Got Political... Mythic Banter #60 | 11 Oct 2025 | 02:09:11 | |
What's up, gamers and banter lovers? Join Stephan and Rurikhan on this week's Mythic Banter as we dissect the wildest gaming news with our signature back-and-forth debates, zero agreements, and a side of face-punching humour. From occult AI conspiracies in Silicon Valley to economic crash warnings, we go deep—then pivot to Xbox's villain arc, Hasan Piker's dog yelp controversy (shock collar or nah?), and why live birthing on Twitch is the new meta (Fandy, we see you).We roast Taylor Swift's Nintendo-level album greed, unpack Greta Thunberg's flotilla fiasco and ideological biases, and debate trans ideology sneaking into kids' shows like Netflix's Transformers. Gaming deep dive: Our raw Ghost of Yotei review—stunning open world but meh revenge story? Plus, cancelled Assassin's Creed post-Civil War game, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's epic free update win, Discord leaks, and Microsoft's console exit rumours.Topics;Intro & Podcast Binge (Ketamine Demons & AI Dragon) Xbox Villain Poll Results Taylor Swift's Scumbag Release Tactics Hasan’s Dog Shock Collar Drama Greta Thunberg Flotilla & Bias Rants Live Birthing Twitch Meta & Birth Stories Parenting, Spanking & Netflix Trans Push Ghost of Yotei Hands-On: Combat Fire, Story Snooze Assassin's Creed Cancellation Scoop Clair Obscur Success & Free DLC Discord Hack & Microsoft Ditching Consoles? | |||
| EA's Blunder, March 2026 is Stacked and More... Mythic Banter #59 | 04 Oct 2025 | 01:52:32 | |
In this explosive episode of Mythic Banter, hosts Rurikhan and The Act Man unpack the week's juiciest gaming controversies! From Microsoft's ruthless Xbox Game Pass price hike despite record profits (hello, $30/month Ultimate tier?) to EA's hypocritical $55B sale to Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund—performative "woke" messaging meets oil money. Is Nintendo the ultimate villain with $80 games and lawsuits? We roast the greed, debate social media bubbles (South Africa's racism myths exposed via Afrobarometer polls), and geek out on Q1 2026's stacked releases like Monster Hunter Stories 3, Crimson Desert, and Code Vein 2.Plus: Monster Hunter Wilds' Omega collab review bombing (too hard? Or just salty purists?), China's shady athlete brain data theft for super soldiers, and tangents on monarchy vs. democracy, universal morality, and why subscriptions are a scam (Adobe horror stories included). Laugh, rage, and learn why corporations always win—unless we stop paying!If you made it to the end, drop "meow" in the comments for the ultimate inside joke. Who's the greediest company: Xbox, EA, or Nintendo? Vote below!Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGamingRurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| Randy Pitchford's Epic Meltdown, Nintendo's Shady Patents, Roblox is Pure Poison! Mythic Banter #58 | 20 Sep 2025 | 01:44:14 | |
Tired of AAA gaming drama? Join Rurikhan and Accolonn as they roast the week's biggest fails: Randy Pitchford gaslighting Borderlands players over unoptimized slop ("Every PC gamer must accept their hardware reality" – bro, what?!), Unreal Engine fatigue killing creativity, and Nintendo's overreaching patents that could sue anyone for "summoning" mechanics (RIP Palworld dreams). Plus, deep dives into Roblox's toxic kid-trap with assassination-celebrating games, YouTube's broken algorithm crushing creators, and why social media is rotting our kids' brains (pro tip: more Minecraft, less TikTok). We break down the Nintendo Direct bombs (Virtual Boy revival? Headache incoming!), AI slop flooding your feed, and quick hits on Hell is Us, Night Rain's addictive roguelike grind, and Assassin's Creed Black Flag remake rumours. Is indie the future? Hell yeah – skip the greed, embrace the gems! If you're battling game dev myths, hardware scams, or just need a laugh at the industry's expense, hit play. What's your take on Randy's DLSS worship or Nintendo's greed? Drop "POO GAME" in the comments if you watched to the end – Salvagers assemble! 👉 Subscribe for weekly rants on gaming, tech fails, and creator survival tips! Turn on notifications – we fight YouTube suppression daily.🔔 Like & share if you're team "optimize your damn games!"💬 Comment your wildest patent horror story below! | |||
| Game Devs Celebrate Charlie Kirk's Death, UE5 Strikes again and more... Mythic Banter #57 | 13 Sep 2025 | 01:31:44 | |
Welcome to another wild episode of Mythic Banter! 🎮🔥 Join us as we dive into the latest gaming controversies, YouTube algorithm struggles, and the shocking news surrounding Charlie Kirk’s tragic death. We discuss Monster Hunter Wilds’ PS5 pricing debate, Borderlands 4’s smooth Unreal Engine 5 performance, Night Rain’s thrilling Deep of Night mode, Nintendo’s controversial Palworld patents, and the hype around Silksong’s $20 price point. Plus, we unpack the toxic streaming culture and the importance of game difficulty. Don’t miss this heated discussion! Like, comment, and subscribe for more gaming insights! 🔔 #gamingnews #MythicBanter #silksong #MonsterHunterWilds #charliekirk | |||
| Games About Abortion, Bomb Threats and Layoffs! What Could Go Wrong... Mythic Banter #56 | 06 Sep 2025 | 02:32:05 | |
Welcome back to another explosive episode of Mythic Banter with Accolonn and Rurikhan! 🎮🔥 This week, we dive into the hottest gaming topics, from the skyrocketing costs of gaming hardware like the PlayStation 5 Pro and GPUs to the immersive world of Hell is Us and Path of Exile 2. We discuss the controversial poll where 94% of you said gaming is getting too expensive—calling out the 3% who disagree to donate $500! 💸 We also tackle real-world issues impacting gaming, like the tragic Lisbon tram crash and global politics, plus the latest drama around Monster Hunter Wilds, Starfield, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard. From Lost Soul Aside’s rocky combat to the narrative brilliance of Hell is Us, we cover it all. Don’t miss our thoughts on AMD challenging Nvidia, the decline of AAA gaming, and the rise of indie titles. Hit that like button, subscribe, and join the banter in the comments! 🗣️ #gamingnews #mythicbanter #hellisus #pathofexile2 Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGamingRurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| Exciting Gamescom News, Huge No mans Sky Update, MGS Trigger Warning and More... Mythic Banter #55 | 30 Aug 2025 | 02:32:25 | |
Join us in this epic episode of Mythic Banter as we dive into the chaos and excitement of Gamescom 2024! From the physically draining yet rewarding hustle of capturing footage and chatting with passionate indie devs, to debating if early access games are still viable (spoiler: it depends on the title!), we cover it all. We geek out over No Man's Sky's massive Voyager update, including customizable capital ships with interiors, crews, and modular designs—perfect for fans of space exploration and multiplayer vibes. Plus, Yoshi-P's hot take on console hardware upgrades, Unreal Engine optimization woes, and previews of upcoming hits like Blood of the Dawnwalker, Phantom Blade Zero, Crimson Desert, and more. | |||
| Roblox Lawsuit, YouTube's AI Censorship, Mod Wars and More... Mythic Banter #54 | 16 Aug 2025 | 02:07:50 | |
Join us on the Mythic Banter Podcast as we dive into the latest gaming industry drama! From the Roblox lawsuit exposing child safety concerns to the decline of World of Warcraft’s golden days, we cover it all. We also discuss YouTube’s AI age verification blunders, Take-Two’s DMCA takedown of a nude mod for Mafia: Old Country, and the UK’s Pornhub traffic drop due to new age laws. Plus, hear our hilarious tales of theme park mishaps and parenting struggles, including go-kart trolling and dizzying rides gone wrong. Don’t miss our thoughts on Devcom’s survey about gaming trends, early access fatigue, and Gen Z’s declining game purchases. Subscribe for more gaming news, rants, and laughs! Timestamps: Intro: Gaming Industry Drama Unleashed - 00:00 Poll: Is World of Warcraft Still Worth Playing? - 08:26 Roblox Lawsuit: Child Predators & Safety Failures - 16:06 YouTube AI Censorship: Age Verification Gone Wrong - 32:43 Take-Two vs. Mods: Mafia Old Country Nude Mod Takedown - 46:55 UK Pornhub Crash: Age Verification Slashes Traffic - 57:59 Devcom 2025: Early Access, Exclusivity, & AI in Gaming - 1:04:36 Gen Z Gaming Crisis: Why They’re Not Buying Games - 1:12:14 More Devcom: Market Saturation & Cloud Gaming Future - 1:31:17 DragX Drive Flops: Wheelchair Basketball Misses the Mark - 1:51:07 Crimson Desert Delay: What’s Next for 2026? - 1:54:28 Riley Cheating Scandal: Battlefield 6 Controversy Erupts - 1:56:03 Outro: Gamescom Hype & Final Thoughts - 2:04:37 | |||
| Mastercard Caught Lying About Steam Censorship and More... Mythic Banter #53 | 09 Aug 2025 | 02:41:18 | |
Welcome to Mythic Banter! Join Accolonn and Mr. Rurikhan for a wild ride through gaming news, YouTube drama, and personal stories in this unfiltered podcast episode!ID Verification Debate: Are you for or against online ID checks? We dive into the pros, cons, and parental responsibility in the digital age.YouTube Drama Unpacked: Pirate Software’s controversies and Some Ordinary Gamers’ engineering saga—get the juicy details!Gaming Industry Updates: Microsoft’s layoffs, Stormgate’s struggles, and an AI-generated League of Legends trailer fiasco.Personal Banter: From parenting challenges to swearing habits, the duo shares hilarious and relatable insights.Love gaming and creator drama? Smash that like button, subscribe, and hit the bell for more! Want early access? Click join below to support the channel! Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGamingRurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| YouTube F-Bombs, Cash Shop Scams & Tencent’s Epic Rip Off! Mythic Banter #53 | 02 Aug 2025 | 01:57:24 | |
Welcome to another explosive episode of Mythic Banter! 🎉 In this video, we dive into YouTube's reversal of the 7-second no-curse rule, sparking a fiery discussion on swearing in content creation, especially as non-native English speakers. We tackle hot gaming topics, from the controversial cash shops in games like Guild Wars 2 and Assassin's Creed Odyssey to the manipulative tactics of Twitch hype trains exposed by Pirate Software's leaked DMs. We also address the Stop Killing Games initiative, Visa and MasterCard's Steam crackdown, and Sony's lawsuit against Tencent over Light of Morn. Plus, we review Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, a stellar Souls-like game with epic level design! 🗡️🔥 Smash the LIKE button to wish our channel a happy birthday and join the banter in the comments! Subscribe and hit the bell 🔔 for weekly gaming rants, drama, and reviews. Want early access to episodes? Support us for just $5/month! #GamingNews #MythicBanter #YouTubeRules #CashShops #WuchangFallenFeathers #StopKillingGames #PirateSoftware #SonyVsTencent Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGamingRurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| Insane Levels of GREED Destroying Games... Mythic Banter #52 | 26 Jul 2025 | 01:48:24 | |
Join Accolonn and Rurikhan in Episode 52 of Mythic Banter as they dive into the chaos of summer break parenting, the latest gaming controversies, and the wild world of game development! Rurikhan shares hilarious stories of kids taking over his house during summer break, while Accolonn breaks down the gaming industry's latest dramas, including the Subnautica 2 lawsuit, Ubisoft's microtransaction madness, and the Stop Killing Games initiative facing corporate pushback. They also discuss the promising new Souls-like game, Fallen Feathers, and the underwhelming Splitgate 2. Plus, a deep dive into Soulframe’s surprising improvements and why it might be worth checking out!🔥 Topics Covered:Parenting struggles during summer break and nostalgic memories of childhood chaosFallen Feathers: A new Souls-like game with dodge-focused mechanicsSubnautica 2 drama: Crafton’s lawsuit against co-founders over a $250M bonusUbisoft’s Yves Guillemot and the controversial push for microtransactionsStop Killing Games initiative under attack by corporate lobbyingSoulframe’s closed alpha: A fresh, medieval take on Warframe’s formulaSplitgate 2’s return to beta and the challenges of outdated game developmentThe Outer Worlds 2 pricing controversy and corporate spin💬 Join the conversation! Have you played Fallen Feathers or Soulframe? What are your thoughts on microtransactions in premium games? Drop your comments below and let us know!👍 Like, Subscribe, and Hit the Bell! Get early access to episodes by becoming a member. Your support helps us keep the banter going! #GamingNews #MythicBanter #SoulsLike Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGamingRurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| The Terrible and Scary DECLINE of AAA Gaming! Mythic Banter #51 | 19 Jul 2025 | 02:31:24 | |
Welcome to another chaotic episode of Mythic Banter! Join Rurikhan and Accolonn as they dive into gaming industry hot topics from Rurikhan new home office setup. We’re tackling YouTube’s algorithm changes and their impact on creators, the controversial Stop Killing Games initiative, and the latest layoffs shaking up the gaming world. From Pirate Software’s coding drama to Visa and MasterCard’s influence on Steam’s content purge, we’re unpacking it all. Plus, we rant about Nintendo’s anti-consumer Switch 2 Pro Controller, the lacklustre World of Warcraft cinematics, and why Dragon Age: The Veilguard won Game of the Year at the 2025 Gayming Awards. Don’t miss our thoughts on Ghost of Yotei, AI replacing developers, and China’s epic WoW server. Hit that like button, subscribe, and join the banter! Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnGaming Rurikhan: @rurikhan #GamingNews #MythicBanter #YouTubeAlgorithm #StopKillingGames #GamingLayoffsTimestamps: Intro - 00:00 YouTube Algo Change+ - 05:30 The Poll - 14:29 Pirate Software Drama gets worse - 17:57 Politician Support Stop Killing Games - 36:54 Microsoft Replaces Devs with AI - 58:22 Mastercard and Visa finally got to Steam - 1:13:39 Switch 2 Pro controller SUCKS - 1:28:03 WoW's in-game cinematic mess - 1:42:17 China gets a new WoW Server - 1:55:56 Rebel Wolves confirm Blood of the Dawnwalker will not be on GamePass - 2:01:20 Gameplay for Ghost of Yotei discussion - 2:07:59 Dragon Age the Veilguard wins Game of the Year by Gaymer - 2:19:30 Outro - 2:30:29 | |||
| YOU'RE FIRED! Will Microsoft Ever Wake Up... Mythic Banter 49 | 05 Jul 2025 | 02:05:50 | |
Dive into the latest gaming industry chaos with Mythic Banter! This week, we unpack the hottest topics shaking up the gaming world: Microsoft’s shocking 9,000 layoffs across Xbox, Blizzard, and Bethesda, the cancellation of Perfect Dark and other major titles, and their pivot to AI development. We also dive into Ubisoft’s toxic workplace scandal with former executives found guilty of harassment, the Stop Killing Games petition hitting 1.1M signatures, and the controversial rise of sports betting in League of Legends esports. Plus, we discuss Monster Hunter Wilds updates, The Alters AI controversy, and why AAA gaming is struggling with price hikes and live service flops. Don’t miss our unfiltered takes on Windows audio issues, content creator struggles, and Ethan Klein’s lawsuit against reaction channels! Why Watch? Get the scoop on Microsoft’s layoffs and cancelled games like Perfect Dark and Everwilds. Learn about the Stop Killing Games initiative and why it’s a game-changer for preserving titles like Anthem and The Crew. Hear our thoughts on Ubisoft’s legal drama and the ethics of AI in indie games like The Alters. Stay updated on Monster Hunter Wilds and Night Reign with epic new content! Understand why gamers are spending less as AAA titles like Starfield and Indiana Jones flop. Subscribe for weekly gaming banter, industry news, and spicy takes! Hit the bell to catch every episode of Mythic Banter. Timestamps: Intro - 00:00 The Poll - 10:06 Microsoft Layoffs - 20:05 Stop Killing Games Pirate Soft Drama - 56:46 11 Bit Studios under attack for use of AI - 1:13:23 Videogames Spending goes down bracket - 1:26:52 3 Former Ubisoft Execs Found Guilty of Sexual & Psychological Harassment - 1:39:25 Riot Embraces Sports Gambling - 1:46:53 Monster Hunter / Nightreign Updates - 1:57:10 Outro - 2:04:46 Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7S7Geh5wazEtbYAUd_-RRARurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan #GamingNews #MicrosoftLayoffs #StopKillingGames #UbisoftScandal #MonsterHunterWilds #TheAlters #LeagueOfLegends #GamingIndustry #AIinGaming #MythicBanter | |||
| WOAH! That's Quite Racist... Mythic Banter #49 | 28 Jun 2025 | 02:15:16 | |
Welcome to another action-packed episode of Mythic Banter, your go-to gaming podcast! This week, we dive deep into the latest gaming news, including Monster Hunter Wilds Title Update 2, Night Train's challenging new hard mode boss, Dark Rift Knight, and the controversial Re-Looted game by Epic Games. We also explore Hollywood’s hit-or-miss video game movie adaptations, Kacitron’s copyright infringement drama with Ethan Klein, and the heated debate around AI in game development, as discussed by Masahiro Sakurai. Plus, we cover massive layoffs at Xbox and Splitgate 2, reactions to Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s development choices, and Death Stranding 2’s divisive early access model. Don’t miss our thoughts on Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 shaking up AAA gaming and the Jurassic World Evolution 3 AI art controversy. Subscribe for weekly gaming insights, hit the like button, and join our community for exclusive early access at just $5/month! #gamingpodcast #MonsterHunterWilds #gamingnews Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Insane Bias in Games Journalism... Mythic Banter #48 | 21 Jun 2025 | 02:50:33 | |
The Boys discussing all the hottest gaming news Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Video Chapters: Intro - 00:00 The Poll - 6:35 No more Weird People - 30:43 Ethan Drama - 1:04:34 Hideo Kojima Made Changes Death Stranding 2 - 1:18:05 Marathon Delayed Indefinitely - 1:26:31 Journalists Lying about Borderlands 4 - 1:33:23 Stellar Blade Sells 3 Million copies - 1:46:18 Witcher 4 being developed console first - 2:01:07 Next Generation of Xbox - 2:13:04 Nightreign gets Hardmode Boss - 2:25:14 Monster Hunter Update Next Week - 2:31:12 Blood Message Trailer - 2:41:37 | |||
| HUGE Dragon Age Expose, Media Hates Stellar Blade, Summer Game Fest and more... Mythic Banter #47 | 14 Jun 2025 | 02:42:41 | |
Join the boys as we discuss Jason Schreier's new Dragon Age: Veilguard Expose, the insane media bias when it comes to Stellar Blade coverage and so much more... Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Nightreign Drama, Monster Hunter Madness, Witcher 4 Bait and Switch and More... Mythic Banter #46 | 07 Jun 2025 | 02:47:11 | |
Join the boys as we dive into the latest drama in Gaming. Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Video Chapters: 7:57 - Elden Ring Nightreign What's going on? 31:17 - Huge Kick Influx 1:01:18 - Monster Hunter Wilds Situation is crazy 1:28:04 - Tim Sweeney and Epic Crushes Apple in Lawsuit 1:38:59 - Witcher 4 Gameplay Reveal Looks Amazing 1:51:46 - Switch 2 Launch1:56:04 - Sony State of Play Was it Good or Bad? 2:16:35 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is under attack 2:31:37 - PoE 1 Vs 2 Discussion 2:37:04 - Brandon Sanderson just said the quiet part out loud | |||
| Just When you think it can't get any WORSE! Mythic Banter #45 | 31 May 2025 | 02:23:47 | |
Join the boys as we dive into the fantastic world that is Video Gaming news in 2025. Elon Musk plans to take on Twitch as the social media giant Employs Asmongold to teach them how to make a great streaming service. Bioware Voice actress decides to blame players for the failure of Dragon Age: the Veilguard and EA executives don't care about players at all. Cyberpunk 2 is in pre-production and CDPR continues to insist Ciri is a Witcher in the Witcher 4. Expedition 33 proves there is no limit to AA and Indie gaming Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| AAA Studios Are Completely Out of Touch with Gamers... Mythic Banter #44 | 24 May 2025 | 02:21:06 | |
Welcome to Mythic Banter Episode 44, where Accolonn and Rurikhan dive into the wild world of gaming news with their signature unfiltered takes! This week, we’re unpacking a ton of juicy topics, from the Marathon art theft controversy to Randy Pitchford’s latest antics, Star Citizen’s pay-to-win drama, and the Take-Two CEO’s surprising non-gamer stance. Plus, we explore Tainted Grail, a promising RPG that’s stealing our hearts. Expect spicy discussions on AI’s impact on gaming, the Twitch-Hasan controversy, and the AAA industry’s self-destructive tendencies. With over 800 million in Star Citizen funding and Bungie’s creative missteps, we’re calling out the chaos and celebrating the gems. Don’t miss our thoughts on Warhammer 40K news and why the gaming community needs to stay united! Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| HUGE Drama! Ubisoft Disaster, Bungie Caught Stealing Assets and More... Mythic Banter #42 | 17 May 2025 | 02:53:38 | |
Welcome to Mythic Banter, where we dive into the hottest gaming and entertainment news from the past week! In this episode, we unpack the cursed Baldur’s Gate 3 minis controversy from Wizards of the Coast, dissect Ubisoft’s earnings call disaster, and explore allegations of Bungie stealing assets for their new Marathon game. We also cover the Kirsche cancellation drama, the ongoing No Rest for the Wicked buzz, and Microsoft’s shocking 6,000 developer layoffs. Plus, we discuss EA’s end to work-from-home policy, Hideo Kojima’s bold stance on Death Stranding 2, GTA 4 remaster rumours, and whether GTA 6’s level of detail is truly necessary. Don’t miss this jam-packed episode filled with insights, reactions, and hot takes! Subscribe for weekly gaming news breakdowns, hit the bell for notifications, and join the conversation in the comments! What’s your take on these stories? Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Gaming Industry EXPOSED: GTA 6 Delay, Nintendo's Lawsuit, Blizzard's Greed | Mythic Banter Ep. 42 | 10 May 2025 | 02:38:52 | |
Buckle up for a JAM-PACKED episode of Mythic Banter with Accolonn and Rurikhan! We dive deep into the HOTTEST gaming news shaking the industry: GTA 6's shocking delay to 2026, Nintendo's controversial lawsuit against Palworld, Blizzard's $150 Berserk skin cash grab in Diablo 4, and Xbox's insane price hikes! Is Expedition 33 a wake-up call for AAA gaming, or just another overhyped trend? Plus, we rant about World of Warcraft’s one-button gameplay and EA’s surprising stance on game prices. Don’t miss our unfiltered takes, spicy debates, and a massive shoutout to our 1,600+ subscribers! Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Gaming Industry IMPLODES: EA Layoffs, Vavra’s Woke Confession and more... Mythic Banter #41 | 03 May 2025 | 02:06:55 | |
Join Accolonn and Rurikhan in Mythic Banter #41 as they dive into the hottest gaming controversies and triumphs! From EA’s shocking Respawn layoffs and Daniel Vavra’s self-censorship admission to please the woke left, to Mike Ybarra’s embarrassing misstep and Discord’s public offering, we unpack the chaos rocking the gaming world. Plus, we celebrate Far Cry 4’s 60 FPS patch, rave about Clair Obscur: Expedition 33’s masterpiece status, and explore Oblivion Remastered’s nostalgic glory. Don’t miss our take on Baldur’s Gate 3’s final patch, Swen Vincke’s bold mod support, and the epic Monster Hunter Wilds hype! Hit that subscribe button and join the banter! #gamingnews #EALayoffs #farcry4 #DanielVavra #clairobscur #oblivionremastered #baldursgate3 #SwenVincke #MonsterHunterWilds #MikeYbarra #DiscordIPO #gamingpodcast #accolonn #rurikhan #MythicBanter Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| AAA Gaming MELTDOWN: Mizkif Drama, Nintendo Backlash, Ubisoft Scandal & more... Mythic Banter #40 | 12 Apr 2025 | 03:01:59 | |
This week in gaming and entertainment, the internet is on fire 🔥. Here's everything you need to know: 🌸 Mizkif Cherry Blossom Tree Drama – The Twitch star finds himself at the center of unexpected backlash. 💰 Nintendo Pricing Drama – Fans furious over shocking new pricing decisions. 🚀 Star Citizen Grift Continues – Another day, another million? The controversy deepens. 🎮 South of Midnight Fiasco – What's going on with this troubled Xbox exclusive? 📱 AAA Gaming Social Media Clown Show – Publishers losing their minds online. 🕹️ No Mercy Devs Pull Game – One Karen meltdown later, it's gone. 📉 Ubisoft Says You Don’t Own Your Games – DRM disaster and backlash continues. ♟️ POE2 vs Diablo 4 – Path of Exile 2 is chess, Diablo 4 is checkers. 🖥️ PC Master Race Rises – Why PC gaming is absolutely dunking on consoles. 🚫 China Bans Hollywood – What this means for Western media and gaming collaborations. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more uncensored, unfiltered gaming news! 💬🧠#GamingNews #Mizkif #Nintendo #Ubisoft #StarCitizen #Diablo4 #PathOfExile2 #China #PCGaming #DramaAlert Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Nintendo Switch 2 Direct Aftermath, Grummz the Grifter? and more... Mythic Banter #39 | 05 Apr 2025 | 02:54:12 | |
Video Topics: Grummzz Bombshell OperaGX goes after Grummz Japan is VERY Angry with Ubisoft and AC Shadows Nintendo Direct Switch 2 From Software The Duskbloods Nintendo Exclusive Karl Jobst loses lawsuit to Billy Mitchell Schedule 1 Review Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Ubisoft Sells Out to Tencent: Assassin's Creed Lies Exposed! and more... Mythic Banter Ep. 38 | 29 Mar 2025 | 03:16:30 | |
Get the latest gaming scoop in this explosive episode of Mythic Banter! We dive into Ubisoft’s shocking $1.25 billion deal with Tencent, spinning off Assassin's Creed, Far Cry, and Rainbow Six Siege into a new subsidiary—what does this mean for your favorite franchises? Plus, we unpack the lies surrounding Assassin's Creed Shadows’ success, expose Sweet Baby Inc.’s funding secrets, and reveal why an ex-Bethesda dev says their games have lost their spark. From Japanese gaming’s rise over Western studios to massive updates for Monster Hunter Wilds and Path of Exile 2, we’ve got it all. Don’t miss the Fighting Cowboy drama, Warner Bros.’ financial woes, and Dreamhaven’s big showcase—subscribe now for the hottest gaming news and Mythic Banter Ep. 38 Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Ubisoft Fiasco & Japan’s AC Shadows Fury - Ft. Swen Vincke, Sakurai, and More... Mythic Banter #37 | 22 Mar 2025 | 02:05:50 | |
Join us in this explosive episode as we dive into the biggest gaming controversies and updates of 2025! We unpack Ubisoft's anti-discrimination efforts amid the fiery backlash to Assassin's Creed Shadows, including Japan’s anger over AC Shadows’ portrayal of Yasuke and its cultural impact. Get our in-depth Assassin's Creed Shadows review and hear what’s sparking debate in the gaming community. We also cover Swen Vincke’s stark warning about the gaming industry’s future, Intergalactic’s bold Elden Ring-inspired approach, and the messy Ark Survival AI slop controversy. Plus, we celebrate Monster Hunter Wilds’ massive PC success, revisit the legacy of Xenoblade Chronicles X, and discuss Sakurai’s critique of Western-style gaming trends. Don’t miss this deep dive into gaming news, reviews, and drama—subscribe and hit the bell for more!Topics: - Ubisoft's Anti-Discrimination - Assassin's Creed: shadows Review - Japan is Angry at AC: Shadows - Swen Vincke Warns about the gaming industry - Intergalactic takes inspiration from Elden Ring - Ark Survival AI slop - Monster Hunter Wilds PC Success - Xenoblade Chronicles X - Sakurai Speaks out against Western Style Gaming Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Space Marine 3, Ubisoft Situation gets WORSE, Veilguard FLOPS on PS+ and more... Mythic Banter #36 | 15 Mar 2025 | 03:18:01 | |
Topics: Threat Interactive goes after Digital Foundry and RTX AI Upscaling Dragon Age Veilguard cant even be given away Warhammer New Games Life is Strange: Double Exposure loses Squenix a lot of money Ubisoft Shareholders claim studio lied Heretic Prophet plot reveal, more religious focus Split Fiction dev goes on WOKE/Anti-WOKE rant Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Twitch Protects Hasan, Borderlands 4 Dev Threatens Gamers, Monster Hunter Wilds... Mythic Banter #35 | 08 Mar 2025 | 02:48:24 | |
Topics for the Week Hasan Ban Borderlands 4 Randy Pitchford Monster Hunter Wilds No Last of Us 3 Avowed COPE GTA 6 being $100 is good for games Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Monster Hunter HYPE, Star Wars Drama, Ubisoft keeps Screwing Up and more... Mythic Banter #34 | 01 Mar 2025 | 02:39:35 | |
Video Topics: 6:20 - Kathleen Kennedy leaves Lucasfilm 25:21 - Ubisoft confuses Taiwan and Japan with Boba tea Whole AC Shadows game got leaked 53:53 - Warner Brothers closes studios 1:12:56 - Wizards of the Coast cancels Skeleton Key game worked on by DA veteran 1:23:52 - The Cultural Shift in Gaming 1:36:12 - NetEase closes more Studios 1:55:46 - New Pre Alpha footage for Fable 2:00:45 - Valve rumoured to release new Steam VR headset 2:19:22 - Solasta 22:27:55 - Monster Hunter with Rurikhan 2:37:55 - Outro Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Greg Miller Drama, Layoffs, Asmon Causes Dev Meltdown and Mark Darrah Response Mythic Banter #33 | 22 Feb 2025 | 03:07:08 | |
Topics for the day: SmashJT gets scammed Greg Miller Drama Marvel Layoffs reality Devs Meltdown after a Dev mentions Asmongold Mark Durrah Drama Sony didn't pass on Dark Souls Ubisoft on the verge of total collapse Night reign & Bloodborne sequel stuff Jeff Kaplan left Overwatch because Avowed has failed Valve and Steam have been under attack for years Keep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnTV Rurikhan: @rurikhan | |||
| Asmongold Drama, Overwatch GREED, Journalist goes Crazy on Gamers, Tyler1 Mythic Banter #32 | 17 Feb 2025 | 02:59:18 | |
The Boys discuss all of the gaming newsKeep Up with US:Accolonn: @AccolonnTV Rurikhan: @rurikhan Video Chapter:00:00 - Start03:01 - Blizzard16:00 - League of Legends 19:47 - Tyler1 (Drama)39:36 - Asmongold and Hasan59:31 - Freelance writer goes crazy 16:05 - South of Midnight 40:25 - Anti Woke stuff2:06:37 - AC Shadows2:18:24 - Bobby Kotick 2:30:51 - Gaben | Adds in Video Games2:42:50 - David Brevik about RPG2:58:18 - Outro | |||
| KCD 2 Drama, Bioware in Trouble, Monster Hunter News, Bloodborne and more... Mythic Banter #31 | 10 Feb 2025 | 02:07:06 | |
Keep Up with US:Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonnRurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhanVideo Chapter:00:00 - Start10:40 - Kingdom come Deliverance 2 51:53 - Corinne Busche/ Dragon Age: The Veilguard1:20:47 - Monster Hunter1:31:52 - Bloodborne1:36:39 - Game Studios and Development and how it changes2:06:04 - End | |||
| GoonerGate, Bioware Dying, Sony PS is in TROUBLE, Devs HATE Gamers and more... Mythic Banter #30 | 03 Feb 2025 | 02:47:02 | |
The Boys discuss all of the gaming news Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Video Chapter: Mythic Banter - 00:00 Lazy Devs - 6:33 New PlayStation CEO - 16:33 Goonergate Drama - 41:34 The End of Bioware - 1:19:30 Ubisoft Layoffs - 1:41:00 Blizzard Dev Hates Gamers - 2:08:00 Outro - 2:43:30 | |||
| EA Loses Billions, Destiny Trouble, Microsoft Removes Women and more... Mythic Banter #29 | 27 Jan 2025 | 02:05:57 | |
Where gaming meets culture. Welcome to the greatest gaming podcast in the world. Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ Video Chapters: 00:00 - Start 07:07 - Destiny Drama 16:27 - Alanah Pearce 34:20 - EA & Ubisoft 1:08:24 - Xbox Development Direct 1:24:02 - Microsoft Guidelines 1:33:42 - Different Games 1:41:07 - GTA6/ Monetization 1:54:37 - PlayStation 6 1:56:50 - Tech News 2:04:49 - End | |||
| Bioware Dev FIRED? Piratesoftware Drama Elon Makes a Fool of Himself and more... Mythic Banter #28 | 20 Jan 2025 | 02:26:43 | |
The boys discuss this weeks gaming news Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ Video Chapters: 4:19 - Corinne Busche Left the Company and Edmonton Studios closing down 21:19 - Piratesoftware Drama 41:20 - Only Fangs Duel 44:44 - Elon/Asmongold Drama 1:02:36 - Path of Exile 2 1:06:05 - CI Games Goes BASED 1:12:46 - Moon Game CEO Warns about Witcher 4 1:41:02 - Saudi Bans KCD 2 1:52:43 - Blood of the Dawnwalker 2:05:46 - Switch 2 2:10:11 - SteamOS Coming to PC 2:26:23 - End | |||
| Bad News for Sony and Xbox, Physical Games are History and more... Mythic Banter #27 Part 2 | 14 Jan 2025 | 01:53:41 | |
Welcome to the best gaming podcast on earth... Part 2 Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ Video Chapters: 00:00 - Steam OS 19:10 - The Future is Digital 45:51 - Daniel Vávra’s Interview about AAA and critical thinking 01:10:48 - Influencing the audience 01:21:19 - Alyssa Mercante and the Gaming while Black Documentary 01:43:04 - Destiny 2 01:45:05 - Final Fantasy XIV 01:51:02 - Next Weeks Preview 01:51:28 - Tencent 01:53:05 - End | |||
| AC: Shadows DELAYED, Ubisoft in Trouble, Elon Musk Boosted PoE2 Mythic Banter #27 Part 1 | 13 Jan 2025 | 01:32:07 | |
Welcome to the Best Podcast in gaming Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ Video Chapter: 00:00 - Intro 6:43 - Assassin's Creed: Shadows is Delayed, Ubisoft Problems Keep Getting Worse 24:40 - Elon Musk BOOSTED 33:00 - Back to Ubisoft Greed 46:05 - Abuse Allegations at Ubisoft Contractor 54:50 - Mark Zuckerberg Rejects DEI 59:40 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is bleeding players 1:11:48 - Marvel Rivals is a HUGE Success 1:31:27 - Bad News for Playstation and Xbox | |||
| MASSIVE Problems for Ubisoft, Scary New Tactics, Witcher 4 Devs Beg Fans... Mythic Banter #26 | 23 Dec 2024 | 02:44:23 | |
The boys discuss Alanah Pearce lying about Black Myth Wukong, New scary Anti-Woke tactic, Remedy decides to remove pronouns, Sweet Baby Inc may be dying, Ubisoft is about to go Bankrupt, 11 Bit Studios closes down Project 8, Only 15% of Steam Play time is on New Games, Witcher 4 is in trouble. Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 04:31 - Alanah Pearce (Game Awards) 16:04 - Ubisoft in Trouble and other Companies (Larian, Steam, Eastern Companies) 50:52 - Player Numbers 52:51 - Dragon Age 1:03:34 - Live Service 1:14:55 - Western AAA and AA 2:29:14 - Balatro 2:43:45 - End | |||
| Game Awards Recap, Great Speech Sven, Witcher 4, Elden Ring and more... Mythic Banter #25 | 18 Dec 2024 | 02:55:06 | |
The Game Awards, all the winners and losers. Game Journalist Alyssa Mercante sues SmashJT, Larian Studio CEO makes one of the best speeches ever at the Game Awards, Witcher 4 reveal, Elden Ring Nightreign, Path of Exile 2 and more... Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 02:39 - Game Awards 10:45 - Gaming Journalist (Alyssa Mercante) 30:10 - Sven Vincke/ Larian Studio (Game Awards Speech) 55:23 - Naughty Dog/ Intergalactic (With some side distractions) 1:20:16 - Witcher 4 1:43:39 - Elden Ring Night Reign 2:02:00 - Path of Exile 2 2:54:07 - End | |||
| Dev Attacks Asmongold, Game Devs HATE Youtubers, Avowed is a mess and more... Mythic Banter #24 | 10 Dec 2024 | 02:57:30 | |
The boys discuss gaming news. From Path of Exile 2, to Diablo 4 being cooked, more Game dev lay offs, Riot games clamping down on Free Speech and more... Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Dr Disrespect Update, Avowed Goes WOKE, DAV Update, PoE2 Kills Diablo and more... Mythic Banter #23 | 02 Dec 2024 | 03:08:38 | |
The Boys discussing Dr Disrespect moving to Rumble, Mr Beast Drama update, Rurikhan speaks about Dragon Age The Veilguard, Path of Exile 2 seems to have Diablo 4 devs in a panic, Avowed is WOKE, AI in video games, Elon Musk wants to save video games and more... Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Jake Paul v Mike Tyson SCAM, HUGE Twitch Drama, Outlaws FAILED, PoE2 and more... Mythic Banter #22 | 25 Nov 2024 | 02:57:50 | |
The Game Awards nominations spark a massive debate between Accolonn and Rurikhan as they discuss gaming budgets and AAA vs Indie Gaming. Path of Exile 2 is on the road to destroying Diablo 4, OTK is a trouble again as Tectone is accused of criminal behaviour and more. Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Asmongold Kills Twitch, NetEase in Hot Water, Disney Gets Desperate and more... Mythic Banter #21 | 18 Nov 2024 | 02:05:48 | |
The Boys discuss Twitch Adpocalypse and the Drama around Political Streamers, NetEase being sued for fraud, the Media is finally being honest about Dragon Age The Veilguard, Xbox and Sony PlayStation news, Monster Hunter Outlanders and DAV news Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| HUGE Bioware Drama, Ubisoft in Trouble, Kotaku Failing, MH Wilds and more... Mythic Banter #20 | 11 Nov 2024 | 02:30:07 | |
We discuss the failing of Dragon Age the Veilguard, Bioware Rumoured to be going under with staff panicking, Ubisoft is on fire, Gaming journalism is dying, Monster Hunter Wilds Open Beta discussion, Sony just patented a rewind button and more... Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ | |||
| MASSIVE Twitch Drama, Dr Disrespect Update, WoW Mount Drama and More... Mythic Banter #19 | 04 Nov 2024 | 02:38:38 | |
The Boys discussing Twitch and Hasan Drama, Dr Disrespect denied monetization on YouTube, The $90 Mount Drama, Dragon Age The Veilguard is a complete failure, Concord shuts down, Ubisoft is in big trouble, Capcom sells more PC games than consoles combined, Monster Hunter Wilds Beta success and more Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ | |||
| Twitch is in BIG TROUBLE, Sony Goes Full Greed, Ubisoft Panics and more... Mythic Banter #18 | 28 Oct 2024 | 02:11:15 | |
Thank you for watching Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ | |||
| Massive Asmongold Drama, Bungie Goes Full GREED and more... Mythic Banter #17 | 21 Oct 2024 | 02:21:38 | |
The Boys discuss everything in the gaming industry from Gaming news to Twitch Drama and everything in between. Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ | |||
| City Skyline Drama, Ubisoft Getting SUED, Dreamhaven's First Game and more... Mythic Banter #16 | 14 Oct 2024 | 01:35:17 | |
Thank you so much for watching Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan | |||
| Godot Situation, Dev Calls out Studios, Japanese Dev Drama and more... Mythic Banter #15 | 07 Oct 2024 | 02:11:18 | |
Veteran Developer calls out the gaming industry for their bad politicization of games, Godot Game Engine drama, Dragon Quest creator is fed up with the western industry, EA FC25 fails big, Rumours about AC Shadows, Bethesda claims Starfield is their best game yet and more Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ | |||
| HUGE Ubisoft Drama, GTA RP Scandal, SBI Wants to Burn Gaming to the Ground... Mythic Banter #14 | 30 Sep 2024 | 02:00:45 | |
The boys discuss GTA RP Cheating Scandal, Assassin's Creed Shadows Delayed, Ghost of Yotei Drama, Mike Morhaime and Blizzard, Remnant 2 DLC, Horizon Zero Dawn Remaster and PlayStation 5 Pricing Drama Keep Up with US: Accolonn: https://www.youtube.com/@TheAccolonn Rurikhan: https://www.youtube.com/@rurikhan Sebbywebz: https://www.youtube.com/@UCvRYsGeEDAFhFpnvx2y77eQ | |||