Best TCGS Podcasts (2025)

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463: I Dabble 1:56:42

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1d ago1:56:42

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David’s away, but that doesn’t stop us talking about everything announced in last week’s Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase, Xbox Game Pass hitting almost $5bn in annual revenue, Itch.io "re-indexes" free adult NSFW content, BioShock 4 failing to impress at internal 2K review, and Sony suing Tencent over Light of Motiram. Also: online abuse, shaving …

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How to Have a Healthy Relationship with Magic 1:04:44

2d ago1:04:44

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With Richard away Crim and Seth discuss how to handle Magic's increasing release schedule and dig into post rotation Edge of Eternities Standard!By MTGGoldfish

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462: Time Is More Precious 2:13:00

8d ago2:13:00

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Mastercard and Visa face backlash after hundreds of adult games removed from online stores Steam and Itch.io, Microsoft starts rolling out Xbox age verification in the UK (and reversed plans to charge $80 for The Outer Worlds 2) Switch 2 has become the fastest selling video game hardware device in US history, Sony’s new Power Saver mode will ‘scale…

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Can Spider-Man Outsell Final Fantasy? 1:00:35

9d ago1:00:35

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The crew talks Edge of Eternities prerelease, Hasbro's Q2 earnings and super early Spider-man spoilers!By MTGGoldfish

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461: Worsely Acted 2:15:51

15d ago2:15:51

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Microsoft kills its movies and TV store on Xbox and Windows, Nintendo is doing another mysterious ‘online playtest’, Steam games disclosing generative AI use ‘are up 800%’ this year, FromSoftware is working on an unannounced project alongside The Duskbloods, and Zelda and Link’s movie actors have been revealed. Also: Internet black-outs, bank notes…

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We Predict the Future of Standard 1:04:58

16d ago1:04:58

1:04:58

The crew discusses wedding Magic, the most impactful cards from Edge of Eternity, Standard rotation and more!By MTGGoldfish

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460: All About The Fun 2:22:08

22d ago2:22:08

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Forza Horizon 5 sold 2 million units in a month on PS5, there’s a whole Subnautica 2 saga, the Donkey Kong Bananza director says he’s aware of occasional performance issues, and Nintendo and Universal are planning a Donkey Kong movie. Also: video podcasts, politics, tattoo updates, slippers and more. Games discussed: Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4, Dea…

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Is Station Better Than It Looks? 1:02:49

24d ago1:02:49

1:02:49

The crew talks about Edge of Eternities and a ton of new spoilers!By MTGGoldfish

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459: Music Start Going 2:22:32

1M ago2:22:32

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Job losses, studio closures, cancelled games at Xbox, Phil Spencer isn’t leaving any time soon, Helldivers 2 is coming to Xbox Series X/S in August, port studio says any 60fps Xbox Series S game will ‘easily port’ to Nintendo Switch 2, and Neil Druckmann is stepping away from The Last of Us TV show to focus on game development Also: Good facts, Chi…

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Do Collector Booster Prices Matter? 1:02:57

1M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

The crew talks post-ban Standard, the cost of Magic, the lack of places for Richard to get sweaty and more!By MTGGoldfish

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458: Strava Tattoos for Us 2:07:56

1M ago2:07:56

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This week, a totally normal show. Lost Records developer Don't Nod cuts a "non-insignificant chunk" of jobs; turns out The Alters has undisclosed gen AI use of in images, text, and translation; Sony sued in Netherlands over "Sony Tax" and its perceived monopoly on digital sales, PlayStation maintains that it still won’t release first-party games on…

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Early Rotation for Standard 1:05:26

1M ago1:05:26

1:05:26

The crew breaks down today's massive ban list update and answers #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish

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457: Rip Its Tiny Arms Off 2:08:52

1M ago2:08:52

2:08:52

Microsoft says it's working on next-gen Xbox "consoles", third-party Switch 2 game sales are reportedly “below estimates” (but Nintendo is banning people for pirating games on Switch 2), a Metroid Prime 4 ad on London Underground claimed the game is ‘out now’, support for Beat Saber on PS4 and PS5 ends, and Bungie delays Marathon. Also: Prison time…

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MagicCon Vegas 2025 57:12

1M ago57:12

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The inside scoop from #MCVegas alongside Edge of Eternities previews.By MTGGoldfish

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456: Dean 2:12:43

2M ago2:12:43

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This week we’re joined by the amazing Ellie Gibson! Switch 2 sells 3.5m units in four days, SAG-AFTRA reaches tentative agreement with major games companies to end strike, SGF viewing figures up by 89%, John Marston’s actor teases “big announcement” coming “before Friday”, and Splatoon Raiders is announced for Switch 2. Also: being sell-outs, catch…

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Final Fantasy Breaks Arena 1:04:36

2M ago1:04:36

1:04:36

The crew discusses the first week of Final Fantasy Standard, Richard's limited grind and answers #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish

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455: Summer Game Fest 2025 and Switch 2 First Impressions 3:04:41

2M ago3:04:41

3:04:41

We discuss everything announced at Summer Game Fest and Sony State of Play, and we give our first impressions of Nintendo Switch 2, its games and accessories. That’s it. That’s the show. Games discussed: Mario Kart World, Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, and more. Support Patreon Store Contact Website Contact form Discord Bluesky Threads Instagram F…

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Final Fantasy First Impressions 1:05:32

2M ago1:05:32

1:05:32

The crew talks prerelease, early access and more!By MTGGoldfish

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454: American Robots 2:33:23

2M ago2:33:23

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EA cancels Black Panther and shuts down Cliffhanger Games, Xbox’s handheld has been reportedly "sidelined", GAME cancelling Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders, and Summer Game Fest 2025 is almost here. Also: games in space, nuisance gaming, school screw ups, non-tech upgrades, murders, and more. Games discussed: To a T, Rematch, Ghost Town Support Patreo…

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Is Final Fantasy Overpriced? 1:02:20

2M ago1:02:20

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Yes.By MTGGoldfish

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453: This is Our Curse 2:27:49

2M ago2:27:49

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This week: Borderlands 4 might actually cost $80, Molyneux talks about Project Milo, Alex Garland is directing the Elden Ring movie, and Sony ends its PlayStation Stars loyalty programme. Also: best kissers, own brand lifestyles, spoilers, TCGS Trump Cars, bunkers, and more. Games discussed: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Doom: The Dark Ages, Monster…

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Monstrous Rage is Up to 69%. Nice. 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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The crew talks the return of Mono-Red to Standard and a ton of Final Fantasy spoilers!By MTGGoldfish

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452: Boxer Boys 2:24:18

3M ago2:24:18

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Sean’s away, so this week we’re joined by none other than star of stage and screen, Blake Harrison! This week: Bungie morale reportedly in "free fall" as it grapples with stolen Marathon assets fallout, Fortnite now lets you chat with Darth Vader using generative AI speech, Jade Raymond has left Haven Studios, Red Dead Redemption 2 reportedly comin…

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Are Magic Players Lazy? 1:03:59

3M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

The crew talks Standard, Izzet Prowess, Regional Championship results and a ton of Final Fantasy!By MTGGoldfish

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451: Or Slash Glass 2:17:48

3M ago2:17:48

2:17:48

The second trailer for Grand Theft Auto VI is here, Giant Bomb has been sold by Fandom and will continue independently, Xbox handheld photos leak, and Nintendo reserves the right to brick your console following "unauthorised use" in bid to prevent piracy. Fun! Also: Chip butties, Goomba deaths, ice-cream vs sandwiches and more! Games discussed: Rev…

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Vivi and Sephiroth are Insane | Final Fantasy Spoilers 1:09:24

3M ago1:09:24

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The crew breaks down a ton of new Final Fantasy spoilers!By MTGGoldfish

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450: Game Can 2:25:14

3M ago2:25:14

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This week: GTA 6 delayed to 2026; Xbox games, accessories and consoles rise in price worldwide; Giant Bomb website in doubt following prominent staff departures, Polygon sold to Valnet with the majority of staff laid off, more layoffs at EA, and Half-Life 3 is not just in development - it's now "playable, end-to-end" (leaker suggests). Also: handhe…

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Stock Up is a $13 Uncommon 1:03:12

3M ago1:03:12

1:03:12

The crew talks Standard, the absurdity of current uncommons, Richard's experience trying Alchemy and answers #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish

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449: To Completion 2:27:29

3M ago2:27:29

2:27:29

Our long national nightmare is over; Mat got the tattoo. That plus Nintendo Switch 2 may be the biggest console launch in history, Switch 2 upgrade costs revealed, IGN and Eurogamer owner Ziff Davis is suing OpenAI for content theft, Meta lays off more people, and Indiana Jones sold really well on PS5. Also: GTA Hamlet, first celebrity crushes, pam…

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Would You Buy $100 Foils? 1:09:46

3M ago1:09:46

1:09:46

The crew talks about Wizards increasing revenue (and prices), Cori-Steel Cutter in Standard and more before answering #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish

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448: Headbutt the Avalanche 2:18:43

4M ago2:18:43

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This week: Nintendo confirms new US pre-order date for Switch 2 and price, Mario Kart World Direct, Mario might be on Switch 2???, Game Pass isn’t for everyone, and Oblivion Remastered has been announced by the time you see this. Also: spoiler etiquette, sugar intakes, cut-scenes as movies, and more! Games discussed: Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Ta…

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Arachnid-Humanoid Comes to MTG Arena 1:03:19

4M ago1:03:19

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The crew discusses the news that Marvel sets will be replaced by in-universes sets on Arena and break down their favorite fringe formats!By MTGGoldfish

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447: Now Price Goes Up 2:20:30

4M ago2:20:30

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This week: Trump's tariffs, Microsoft boycotts, more Switch 2 cartridge updates, and Bungie fully shows off Marathon. Also: favourite British games, console launches, crisp flavours, video game soundtracks, and more. Games discussed: Blue Prince, Haste, Dragon Tycoon 4 Support Patreon Store Contact Website Contact form Discord Bluesky Threads Insta…

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Cori-Steel Cutter's the Breakout Card of Tarkir: Dragonstorm 59:05

4M ago59:05

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Seth and Richard talk about Tarkir: Dragonstorm, Standard rotation, limited and more before answering #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish

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446: Switch 2 Unveiled! 2:52:21

4M ago2:52:21

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We discuss everything announced at last week’s Switch 2 Nintendo Direct, including the hardware, games, features and price, plus everything we’ve learned since, and our pre-orders. Also: To celebrate our 9th birthday last week, we have more than an hour of listener questions! Support Patreon Store Contact Website Contact form Discord Bluesky Thread…

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Ban List Philosophy and Dragonstorm Standard with CGB 1:15:11

4M ago1:15:11

1:15:11

With Richard and Crim away CovertGoBlue joins Seth to talk Takir: Dragonstorm Standard, Wizards ban list philosophy and more!By MTGGoldfish

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445: Kevin Keegan Waving 2:09:37

4M ago2:09:37

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Sean is away, so this week we’re joined by Iain Lee! This week: We discuss what was announced at last week’s Nintendo Direct, The Legend of Zelda movie release date has been revealed, Netflix games boss says consoles not the future, and Game Informer is back from the dead. Also: new Carry On movies, fake phone calls, games that are too close to hom…

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Bannings and Top Dragonstorm Cards 1:02:32

4M ago1:02:32

1:02:32

Seth and Crim break down today's ban list update and share their top 10 Tarkir: Dragonstorm cards!By MTGGoldfish

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444: Yes Answers Man 2:14:48

5M ago2:14:48

2:14:48

This week: Microsoft accidently leaks Xbox UI mockup that includes Steam games label, a new God of War ‘side-story project’ set in Greece is coming this year, and Phil Spencer says more movies and TV shows based on Xbox games are on the way. Also: Fortnite skins, paying extra to play GTA 6 early, Bully, hunting monsters, HD remasters and so much mo…

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Tarkir: Dragonstorm Spoilers 1:07:21

5M ago1:07:21

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The crew gives their impressions of Tarkir: Dragonstorm and breaks down a ton of spoilers!By MTGGoldfish

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443: Nowhere to Summer 2:01:13

5M ago2:01:13

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This week: Microsoft is introducing an Xbox AI that helps players finish games, Horizon Forbidden West actress Ashly Burch responds to Sony's controversial AI Aloy, Disco Elysium is being "reimagined" for mobile devices to "captivate the TikTok user", Life Is Strange: Double Exposure sales were a "large loss" for Square Enix, PowerWash Simulator 2 …

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Secret Lair: How Niche Is Too Niche? 1:04:49

5M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

The crew talks some random spoilers, niche Secret Lair drops and answers a bunch of #MTGFishmail.By MTGGoldfish

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442: No Thanks Now 2:11:38

5M ago2:11:38

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This week: Former Xbox boss admits the company once "encouraged" the console wars which he believes "were healthy for the industry", Xbox handheld reportedly coming in 2025, layoffs at PlayStation following live-service cancellations, a UK PS5 rental scheme is happening, and you'll need a Microsoft account to play Forza Horizon 5 on PS5. Also: Body…

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Krabby Patties Come to Magic 1:04:41

5M ago1:04:41

1:04:41

The crew talks Breach dominating Modern and future bans, Kibler's video on Standard and a bunch of spoilers, including Sponge Bob Secret Lairs!By MTGGoldfish

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Life is Strange: Double Exposure Spoilercast Episode 5 50:18

5M ago50:18

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441: What is Love 2:21:17

5M ago2:21:17

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This week: PS VR2 gets an official price-cut (but is it too late?), Warner Bros. is closing three game studios and canceling Wonder Woman, Fable is delayed to 2026 (and David’s having a mare), more than 40% of all US PS5 and Xbox play time last month was spent on 10 live service games, and Monster Hunter Wilds is locking character editing behind mi…

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Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Spoilers 1:01:50

5M ago1:01:50

1:01:50

The crew talks Spider-man and discuss the impact that the increasing price of Universes Beyond sets will have on Standard.By MTGGoldfish

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Life is Strange: Double Exposure Spoilercast Episode 4 45:09

5M ago45:09

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Welcome to our penultimate Life is Strange: Double Exposure spoilercast! Every Friday we'll be discussing one of the episodes from the game, the decisions we've made and our thoughts on what the heck is going on. In case it needs saying: this was recorded on the understanding that anyone listening has played the episode in question, and we'll be th…

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440: Funnest 2:11:54

6M ago2:11:54

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Everything announced at Annapurna Interactive Showcase and the ID@Xbox indie showcase, also Xbox generative AI games, Marvel Rivals game director and others laid off, NetEase studios are at risk, and Nintendo is discontinuing Gold Points on the Switch eShop. Also: Hardest challenges in games, obsessions, game ghosts, crap games from our youth, and …

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New Mox and Siege Rhino Incoming 1:06:54

5M ago1:06:54

1:06:54

The crew talks Pro Tour Aetherdrift, Final Fantasy and Tarkir: Dragonstorm spoilers and answers #MTGFishmail!By MTGGoldfish