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| Halo Will Never Be The Same Again — The Press Start Podcast | 08 Oct 2024 | 01:01:22 | |
343 Industries has rebranded to Halo Studios and revealed an engine change: switching to Unreal 5. We unpack what this might mean for the future of Halo and discuss our Metaphor ReFantazio review, Ubisoft's turmoil, more upcoming Assassin's Creed games, Alien: Isolation 2 entering development, and the God of War trilogy potentially getting remade. 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Metaphor ReFantazio Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/10/08/metaphor-refantazio-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Silent Hill 2 Remake Review Discussion — The Press Start Podcast | 04 Oct 2024 | 00:41:57 | |
The much anticipated Silent Hill 2 remake is out and James loved it! Here's our Silent Hill 2 Remake reviews discussion, Shannon's time so far with Until Dawn and our debrief on the chaos of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary pre-orders. 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Silent Hill 2 Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/10/04/silent-hill-2-remake-review-a-tense-and-terrifying-affair/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Problem With The New Mortal Kombat 1 Characters - The Press Start Podcast | 31 Jul 2024 | 00:43:33 | |
New story DLC has been announced for Mortal Kombat 1adding six new characters, but people are taking issue with it. We also discuss the latest on the Like A Dragon tv series, the BioShock film in the works at Netflix, the Borderlands movie coming out soon, and updates coming Stellar Blade and Starfield. 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Does Assassin's Creed Shadows Have A Problem? - The Press Start Podcast | 25 Jul 2024 | 00:40:29 | |
If you thought the dust had settled on the Xbox acquisition of Activision Blizzard, guess again. The FTC is appealing the decision and points to the recent price hikes of Game Pass and layoffs as an example fo competitive behaviour. We discuss this, Ubisoft's statement on the marketing and historical accuracy of Assassin's Creed Shadows, Helldivers II's biggest content update yet, Shannon's impressions of the upgraded ASUS ROG Ally X portable gaming PC and Fortnite getting the LEGO treatment. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| We've All Played Concord And It's A Promising Start - The Press Start Podcast | 17 Jul 2024 | 01:02:38 | |
The first Concord beta weekend has wrapped up and we all spent some time over the weekend playing it. We're all pretty impressed with the game, although have a couple of concerns. We share our reviews of Anger Foot and Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, and discuss leaks around Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, BioShock 4 and Crash Bandicoot 5. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #gaming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What Were Xbox Thinking!? — The Press Start Podcast | 11 Jul 2024 | 00:49:11 | |
Xbox Game Pass is changing. Prices are going up and the tiers switched up. We dissect the possible reasons behind the change and what it means for the future of Xbox. We also talk about PlayStation's return to the Tokyo Game Show, The Final Descendant copying Destiny and Palworld's developers teaming up with Sony. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Resident Evil 9 Predictions & The First Descendant Impressions - The Press Start Podcast | 05 Jul 2024 | 00:53:10 | |
On this week's episode, we welcome the news that the Resident Evil 7 director will be returning to direct Resident Evil 9. We ponder what's next for the series and discuss The First Descendant, Dead Rising Deluxe Remastered, Nintendo Switch 2 stock, Elden Ring and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree Review (Post-Update) - The Press Start Podcast | 27 Jun 2024 | 00:42:55 | |
In a surprising change of tone, FromSoftware fans have criticised the Elden Ring: Shadows of the Erdtree DLC claiming its too difficult. James doesn't disagree, welcoming a recent update tweaking player progression. We share our thoughts and discuss the lastest Capcom announcements, iOS ports selling poorly and Forza Horizon 4 getting removed from online storefronts. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #eldenring See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Nintendo Direct June 2024 Reactions Including New Zelda And Metroid - The Press Start Podcast | 19 Jun 2024 | 00:52:02 | |
In a surprisingly stacked Nintendo Direct, a tonne of new games were announced to send off the Nintendo Switch before the new console is revealed. We react to the reveal of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and everything else from the June 2024 Nintendo Direct. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Star Wars Outlaws & Assassin Creed Shadow Previews - The Press Start Podcast | 14 Jun 2024 | 01:06:38 | |
We're back from Summer Game Fest 2024 and share out reactions to our favourite new game announcements, talk about the games we played and saw behind closed doors, and review the crazy predictions we made a head of the showcases. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Astro Bot Is Back But It's Game Over For PS VR2 - The Press Start Podcast | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:01:27 | |
There's plenty to unpack from this week's PlayStation State of Play including Concord and the newly announced Astro Bot. PS VR2 made a last minute pitch to pick up their flailing headset with a PC adapter, but it's too little too late as far we're concerned. Summer Game Fest may also be on the "quieter" side this year, and The Prince of Persia: The Sands of Time might be on the horizon after all. We discuss all this and more. 00:00 - Intro
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| Our Summer Game Fest 2024 Predictions - The Press Start Podcast | 28 May 2024 | 01:01:38 | |
With the Summer Game Fest mere weeks away (and the leaks already leaking) we offer up our official SGF 2024 predictions. James has also reviewed Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door and gone hands-on with Multiversus in a preview. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstaito See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Review & PlayStation State of Play Reactions — The Press Start Podcast | 25 Sep 2024 | 00:55:58 | |
The 30th Anniversary PlayStation collection and PS5 Pro launch is upon us. Still, there's stacks more news to discuss this week including our review of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom review, our PlayStation State of Play reactions, endless PlayStation remasters/remakes, the Palworld devs getting sued by Nintendo, and our first look at the Nintendo Switch 2! 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 Review - The Press Start Podcast | 22 May 2024 | 00:50:04 | |
The long-awaited Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is here, but how does the sequel to the critically acclaimed game stack up? Is it enough to turn around Xbox's misfortune and improve their slate of exclusives? We review the game and discuss Stellar Blade burgers, Nintendo's acquisition of Shiver Entertainment, the potential imminent BioShock announcement, Toys For Bob teasing something new, and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Xbox Needs To Be Better & Assassin's Creed Shadows Should Be Renamed - The Press Start Podcast | 15 May 2024 | 00:51:11 | |
After a turmultous week at Xbox, the gang dissect Xbox's strategy and how they might do better by their studios and fans. They're not the only one amending their strategy though, with Square Enix moving away from exclusivity deals, and PlayStation appointing dual-CEOs. We discuss all this, Animal Well, Cryptmaster, the Rogue Prince of Persia delay, and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #nintendo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Helldivers 2 Controversy, Switch 2 Confirmation & Resident Evil 9 Rumours - The Press Start Podcast | 07 May 2024 | 01:02:28 | |
This past week: the Helldivers 2 community launched a crusade to reverse some questionable decision-making from PlayStation; Nintendo confirmed the Switch 2 will be unveiled this year; Batman Arkham Shadow, a new VR game for the Meta Quest 3 was announced; a cancelled Vicarious Visions produced Donkey Kong game was unearthed; and Resident Evil 9 rumours surfaced online. We discuss all this and more. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #nintendo See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Xbox Showcase 2024 Announcements We Need To See - The Press Start Podcast | 02 May 2024 | 00:43:45 | |
Xbox has announced a Showcase for June as part of Summer Games Fest, which has replaced E3 as the key mid-year video game event. We speculate what we might see, chat about the upcoming Call of Duty 2024 game developed by Treyarch, weigh in on Square Enix cancelling $220M worth of games, and how the magnetic Joy-Cons might work on the Switch 2 if rumours are the be believed. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Xbox Showcase Confirmed for June - https://press-start.com.au/news/xbox/2024/05/01/the-xbox-games-showcase-has-been-announced-for-june-along-with-a-redacted-direct/ Square Enix Cancels or Rescopes $220M Worth of Games - https://press-start.com.au/news/2024/05/01/square-enix-is-cancelling-or-rescoping-almost-220-million-worth-of-console-and-pc-games/ Switch 2 Rumours - https://press-start.com.au/news/nintendo/2024/04/26/the-switch-2s-controllers-will-attach-with-magnets-according-to-new-claims/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Stellar Blade Review And Assassin's Creed Hexe Theories — The Press Start Podcast | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:41:57 | |
We share our thoughts on Stellar Blade, TopSpin 2K25 and No Rest For The Wicked. James is back from Japan and catches us up on his adventure, before we also discuss Embracer splitting into three, Atari bringing back the Infogrames publishing label, and the latest Assassin's Creed Hexe leaks. 00:00 - Intro SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| There's Too Many Open-World Games So Star Wars Outlaws Should Have Less - The Press Start Podcast | 17 Apr 2024 | 00:36:11 | |
With speculation that EA's upcoming Black Panther game will be an open-world title after a job listing, we declare we're over them. Sometimes less is more. We weigh in on the Star Wars Outlaws controversy, review Harold Halibut, preview Tales of Kenzera: ZAU, discuss Fallout some more and more! 00:00 - Intro SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Fallout TV Show Is Another Top-Tier Video Game Adaptation - The Press Start Podcast | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:39:07 | |
Brodie's back on the show and binge-watched the whole of the new Fallout Prime Video TV series and is positively glowing about it. We're equally excited about the newly announced The Rogue Prince of Persia, and cautiously optimistic for Star Wars Outlaws based on the new trailer. It's a sad state of affairs for Dead Space though after the EA Motive were moved to work on Battlefield. We discuss all this and more! 00:00 - Intro
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| Our PlayStation Wishlist If A Showcase Is Next Month — The Press Start Podcast | 05 Apr 2024 | 00:39:07 | |
Rumours are that PlayStatation will host a big event next week. That's got us excited! So does speculation that Hollow Knight: Silksong may suddenly be imminent. We also discuss what games you should be playing right now, Tales of Kenzera: Zau coming to PlayStation Plus Extra and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra Reactions And Delay Concerns For GTA VI — The Press Start Podcast | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:35:03 | |
Trouble might be afoot at Rockstar is recent reports are an indication. Could it result in the delay of Grand Theft Auto VI? Should it be delayed, we'll have a couple of Marvel games to play, both of which look awesome! We discuss all this, Sony Bend potentially making a live service game, Keiron's impressions of Stellar Blade, and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Rise of the Rōnin, Dragon's Dogma 2 And Princess Peach: Showtime! Reviews — The Press Start Podcast | 21 Mar 2024 | 01:06:29 | |
It's an episode full of reviews, including our Dragon's Dogma 2 review, Princess Peach: Showtime, Rise of the Ronin and Alone in the Dark. We also touch on the rumours circulating around a PS5 Pro and PlayStation's upscaling tech. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Another GOTY Contender? The Plucky Squire Is Magical! — The Press Start Podcast | 18 Sep 2024 | 00:55:59 | |
We review The Plucky Squire, Funko Fusion and the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, and unpack the latest EA news including a new Star Wars Jedi game, Skate going into early access next year and The Sims entering a new era. 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Rise of the Rōnin Preview And Spider-Man Multiplayer Leaks - The Press Start Podcast | 15 Mar 2024 | 00:45:54 | |
We've played Team Ninja's latest, the PlayStation 5 exclusive Rise of the Rōnin. How does it stack up against other Team Ninja games, and the likes of Ghosts of Tsushima and Sekiro? We also weigh in on the Spider-Man multiplayer trailer leaks and ponder if Insomniac could make a good live-service title in line with PlayStation's evolving strategy. Summer Games Fest 2024 has also been confirmed to be happening, and a slate of new content is on the way for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. We discuss all this and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| WB Games Are Insane To Keep Making Live Service Games - The Press Start Podcast | 07 Mar 2024 | 00:47:52 | |
Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League fell well short of expectations but WB is still committed to live service and mobile games. Are they crazy to double down? Or is there some truth that it's the best way to generate consistent return in games? Toys For Bob is also going independent, The Outlast Trials review is out, we've got a new trailer for Dune: Awakening and James has previewed Dragon's Dogma 2. We discuss all this and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Nintendo Switch 2 Should Launch Sooner Than March 2025 - The Press Start Podcast | 28 Feb 2024 | 00:56:03 | |
Reports have emerged that the Nintendo Switch 2 will be released March 2025 after an internal delay. Can Nintendo wait that long given 2024 looks light on for new games? Details have also leaked around Assassin's Creed Infinity, and the PS VR2 is getting PCR support. We talk about all this and more! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Review - The Press Start Podcast | 22 Feb 2024 | 00:46:01 | |
Final Fantasy VII is here and is now the second-highest-rated Final Fantasy of all time. Does Harry (who wrote Press Start's Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Review) feel as positive about the game as the rest? We also unpack the Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree gameplay trailer, all the announcements from the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase and discuss the list of Xbox games coming to PlayStation. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Review – A Stellar Reimagining - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/02/23/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Xbox Business Update Reactions & Ultros Review - The Press Start Podcast | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:56:19 | |
It's business as usual at Xbox... Or is it? We unpack everything discussed during Xbox's business update in the wake of numerous reports multiple Xbox games would be released on other platforms. James has also played Banished: Ghosts of New Eden and reviewed it more favourably than most. We find out why, and hear from Brodie on his review of the new metroidvania, Ultros. Apologies for Ewan's recording playing up initially! 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Banishers: Ghosts Of New Eden Review – A Hauntingly Beautiful Adventure - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/02/15/banishers-ghosts-of-new-eden-review/ Ultros Review – Savage Gardener - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/02/12/ultros-review-savage-gardener/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Xbox Is Dead Long Live Xbox - The Press Start Podcast | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:52:53 | |
It's been a turbulent week for ol' Xbox as reports emerged that more Xbox 'exclusives' were destined for multi-platform release. Phil Spencer has announced a business update next week, but that is not going to stop up speculating what the heck Xbox are up to in light of this developing story. We've spent more time with Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice league so are able to share our review of the game, and Kieron's played Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to share his preview. Shannon's watched the new Grounded II documentary too, which got us theorising around the next The Last of Us game. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Hands-On Preview - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2024/02/07/final-fantasy-vii-rebirth-hands-on-preview/ Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/xbox-series-x-reviews/2024/02/05/suicide-squad-kill-the-justice-league-review-a-controversial-closer/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #xbox See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| PlayStation Won't Have Many Games In 2024 - The Press Start Podcast | 03 Feb 2024 | 01:07:12 | |
We delayed the show a litte this week to discuss the PlayStation State of Play that happened on Thursday morning. Whilst there was plenty of announcements, the latter half of 2024 looks quiet. We talk about all this, the surprise Silent Hill: The Short Message drop and the lukewarm reception to Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/01/19/the-last-of-us-part-2-remastered-review/ Palworld Is Breaking Player Count Records Despite Concerns Over Poké-Plagiarism - https://press-start.com.au/news/2024/01/22/palworld-is-breaking-player-count-records-despite-concerns-over-poke-plagiarism/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Palworld Might Be Problematic But Do We Care? - The Press Start Podcast | 24 Jan 2024 | 01:07:40 | |
The Xbox Developer Direct this week, but it's not just Indiana Jones: The Great Circle that's got people talking this week. Palworld has set the internet on fire with criticism that it copied Pokémon and speculation about its use of AI. We discuss the problematic nature of the survival game, everything announced at the Xbox Direct including Hellblade II and Avowed, and our review of The Last of Us: Part II Remastered. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ The Last of Us Part 2 Remastered Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/01/19/the-last-of-us-part-2-remastered-review/ Palworld Is Breaking Player Count Records Despite Concerns Over Poké-Plagiarism - https://press-start.com.au/news/2024/01/22/palworld-is-breaking-player-count-records-despite-concerns-over-poke-plagiarism/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| We Caused Some Controversy With Our Top 10 Games Of 2023 - The Press Start Podcast | 16 Jan 2024 | 01:18:55 | |
The gang's back together in the new year, so we reflect on Press Start's official Top 10 Games of 2023, which caused quite a stir in the comments. We compare the final list against everyone's votes before getting into our gaming predictions for 2024. Will we finally see the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5 Pro released in 2024? 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/01/12/prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-review/ Pacific Drive Preview - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2024/01/10/pacific-drive-hands-on-preview-an-electrifying-anomaly/ Press Start's GOTY 2023 - https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/12/31/press-starts-goty-2023-1-alan-wake-ii/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Xbox Games Will Come To PlayStation In 2024 - The Press Start Podcast | 09 Jan 2024 | 00:55:34 | |
After years of speculation, we believe 2024 will finally be the year Xbox games come to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, especially if recent reports are to be believed. We discuss this, Kieron's preview of Like A Dragon: Infinite Wealth, Shannon's PlayStation Portal impressions and our most anticipated games of 2024 in the first episode of The Press Start Podcast for the year! 00:00 - Intro See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| $1,200?! You Don't Need To Buy The PS5 Pro — The Press Start Podcast | 11 Sep 2024 | 01:07:51 | |
The PlayStation 5 Pro has been unveiled with an overnight technical presentation. We decide whether the upgrade is worthwhile, discuss Concord's untimely demise and Brodie previews The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Time and Super Mario Party Jamboree. 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| These Insomniac Leaks Are Absolutely Shocking - The Press Start Podcast | 19 Dec 2023 | 00:46:58 | |
After being the target of a hacker group earlier last week, the group behind the ransomware attack have published the stolen documents online revealing a tonne of information about Insomniac’s upcoming games. Naughty Dog has also revealed they were stopping development on The Last of Us Online and rumours around the PlayStation 5 Pro circulate again. We discuss this, the Death Stranding movie in the works at A24 and more, on the latest episode of Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ A Heap Of Marvel’s Wolverine Footage And A Playable Build Have Leaked From The Insomniac Hack - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/12/19/a-heap-of-marvels-wolverine-footage-and-a-playable-build-have-leaked-from-the-insomniac-hack/ Rocksteady Is Struggling To Contain Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Leaks - https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/12/19/rocksteady-is-struggling-to-contain-suicide-squad-kill-the-justice-league-leaks/ The Last Of Us Online Has Been Cancelled - https://press-start.com.au/news/playstation/2023/12/18/the-last-of-us-online-has-been-cancelled/ The Death Stranding Movie Is Being Developed By A24 And Kojima Productions - https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/12/15/the-death-stranding-movie-is-being-developed-by-a24-and-kojima-productions/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Day Before Was A Waste Of Everyone's Time - The Press Start Podcast | 12 Dec 2023 | 00:48:40 | |
In the wake of The Game Awards, rumours start to swirl around the newly announced OD, a mysterious new cross-media project from Hideo Kojima with collaborator Jordan Peele. FNTASTIC, the developers of the troubled game The Day Before, has shut down after the game launched poorly and "failed financially." We react to this news and look back at our 2023 predictions, to see how many we got right. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE DAY BEFORE DEVELOPER FNTASTIC IS SHUTTING ITS DOORS LESS THAN A WEEK AFTER LAUNCH - https://press-start.com.au/news/pcmac/2023/12/12/the-day-before-developer-fntastic-is-shutting-its-doors-less-than-a-week-after-launch/ IT LOOKS LIKE HIDEO KOJIMA LEFT A SILENT HILL REFERENCE IN HIS OD ANNOUNCEMENT - https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/12/12/it-looks-like-hideo-kojima-left-a-silent-hill-reference-in-his-od-announcement/ LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Reacting To The Game Award Announcements And Award Winners - The Press Start Podcast | 08 Dec 2023 | 00:41:05 | |
The Game Awards 2023 had tonnes of game reveals and incredible games up for awards. We react to everything announced at The Game Awards and share our thoughts on whether the most deserving game won Game of the Year. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Everything Announced At The Game Awards 2023 - https://press-start.com.au/features/2023/12/08/everything-announced-at-the-game-awards-2023/ Here Are All Of The Game Awards 2023 Winners - https://press-start.com.au/news/2023/12/08/here-are-all-of-the-game-awards-2023-winners/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #thegameawards See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Grand Theft Auto 6 Trailer Reactions & Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Review - The Press Start Podcast | 06 Dec 2023 | 00:59:34 | |
The year is wrapping up but the video game news keeps coming! We react to the new Grand Theft Auto 6 trailer, share our Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora review, unpack the Fallout TV show trailer, and try to wrap our heads around the new Fortnite modes. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #thelegendofzelda #tearsofthekingdom #podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| No It Is The Children That Are Wrong - The Press Start Podcast | 28 Nov 2023 | 00:44:53 | |
According to a recent survey of teens in the US, game subscriptions and in-game currency rank higher than physical releases on Christmas lists. We love single-player games, but are we out of touch? We discuss this, changes the The Game Awards and more video game industry closures and redundancies in this episode of The Press Start Podcast. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #grandtheftauto #gaming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| The Last Of Us Part 2 Remastered Is Worth It - The Press Start Podcast | 22 Nov 2023 | 00:48:13 | |
The Last Of Us Past 2 is getting a remaster, and of course, we have opinions. Borderlands 4 and Tiny Tina's Wonderlands 2 have been reportedly leaked, and the studio behind Immortals of Aveum blames poor sales on a crowded release window. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEWS: Super Mario RPG Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch/2023/11/16/super-mario-rpg-review/ Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/2023/11/17/call-of-duty-modern-warfare-3-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #grandtheftauto #gaming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| What's Next For GTA 6 And Game Award Predictions - The Press Start Podcast | 14 Nov 2023 | 01:00:14 | |
The long-awaited confirmation of Grand Theft Auto 6 is here, and we're only weeks away from our first look. The gang get together to guess at the GTA 6 release date and what we will see. A gameplay trailer perhaps? We also predict who will be the big winners at the Game Awards, discuss the PlayStation live-service game delays and the first reviews of the PlayStation Portal. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEWS: PlayStation Portal - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/tech/2023/11/14/playstation-portal-review-australia/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #grandtheftauto #gaming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Modern Warfare 3 And Silent Hill Ascension Not Knocking Our Socks Off - The Press Start Podcast | 07 Nov 2023 | 01:05:34 | |
Turns out, it's not banger after banger in 2023. The team tackle the rather lukewarm receptions to Silent Hill Ascension and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3's campaign, and discusses PlayStation 5 Slim teardowns, Remedy's next games and James' preview of Super Mario RPG. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE PREVIEWS: Super Mario RPG - https://press-start.com.au/previews/2023/11/03/super-mario-rpg-preview-a-simple-start-to-a-grand-adventure/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #playstation #gaming See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Could Alan Wake 2 Be The Surprise GOTY? - The Press Start Podcast | 01 Nov 2023 | 01:06:32 | |
This week on Press Start's weekly video game discussion podcast, we share our thoughts on Alan Wake 2, James shares his review of Star Ocean, Shannon previews Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora, and we discuss the Metal Gear Solid 3 Remake in-engine footage and the unfortunate news of Bungie layoffs. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEWS: Alan Wake 2 - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/pc-reviews/2023/10/27/alan-wake-2-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #nintendo #review See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Why Super Mario Wonder Might Be The Best 2D Mario Yet - The Press Start Podcast | 24 Oct 2023 | 01:15:31 | |
This week on Press Start's weekly video game discussion podcast, James shares his Super Mario Wonder review and Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Volume 1 review, and the team discuss backwards compatibility on the Switch 2 and the next Assassin's Creed game. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEWS: Super Mario Wonder Review - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch/2023/10/20/super-mario-bros-wonder-review/ Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Volume 1 - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/10/23/metal-gear-solid-master-collection-vol-1-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #nintendo #review See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Astro Bot is Amazing! PS5 Pro Details and Black Ops 6 Beta — The Press Start Podcast | 05 Sep 2024 | 00:43:10 | |
We've played Astro Bot and adore it 😍 PS5 Pro design details leak. Ewan's played Black Ops 6 during the beta. James has reviewed Emio The Smiling Man. 00:00 Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ Astro Bot Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2024/09/05/astro-bot-review/ Emio The Smiling Man Review: https://press-start.com.au/reviews/nintendo-switch/2024/08/28/emio-the-smiling-man-famicom-detective-club-review-a-thrilling-but-tragic-adventure/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Spider-Man 2 Review - The Press Start Podcast | 16 Oct 2023 | 01:00:26 | |
On this week's episode, we share our Spider-Man 2 review, react to the new PlayStation 5 Slim models and discuss the latest on the Xbox Activision Blizzard acquisition. 00:00 - Intro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. READ THE REVIEW: Spider-Man 2 - https://press-start.com.au/reviews/ps5-reviews/2023/10/17/marvels-spider-man-2-review/ SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #podcast #spiderman2 #review See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| First Super Mario Wonder Thoughts & The Last Of Us Part 2's Rumoured Remaster | 11 Oct 2023 | 00:57:23 | |
On this week's episode, we chat about our first Super Mario Bros. Wonder impressions, James shares another fantastic fast food story for the ages, and is it too soon to be replaying The Last Of Us Part 2 if the rumoured remaster drops The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #assassinscreedmirage See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Our Assassin's Creed Mirage Review And Will The Meta Quest 3 Succeed? | 04 Oct 2023 | 00:53:04 | |
On this week's episode, we chat about our Assassin's Creed Review, why you should be playing Cocoon and the Meta Quest 3. The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #assassinscreedmirage See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||
| Can The Australian Government Fix Loot Boxes? | 27 Sep 2023 | 00:40:01 | |
On this week's episode, we chat about James' glowing review of RE4: Seperate Ways, changes to loot boxes in Australia, Game Pass pricing potentially going up in the future and a third Star Wars Jedi game coming. The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #assassinscreed See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. | |||