Funny first. Factual second.™ Join us every week for a hilarious and entertaining dive into the world of Xbox. Whether you’re a gamer with a job, a gamer with kids, or just a gamer with too many hobbies, we’ve got you covered. Get your Xbox news fix in #NuNews, laugh along with our latest gaming adventures in #GameFace! or keep yourself regular with our Regular Show for your weekly dose of Xbox goodness. Our podcast, community, and movement aim to bring a positive and upbeat voice to all thi ...
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In what seems to be a big yolk, we now have a game where you're an egg. Has the game industry finally cracked? Or is this new genre ready to come out its shell? ----more---- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xb…
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In a world of band t-shirts, why wear anything that isn't black? ----more---- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? The shop is live now on our site. Or…
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In another tumultuous week for Xbox, it seems nothing is certain. Except certain things. ----more---- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? The shop is …
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Xbox seems intent on driving away all its fans. And the worst part, it seems to be working... ----more---- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? The sho…
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We're now vibe podcasting! ----more---- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? The shop is live now on our site. Order yours today before Kyle changes th…
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Ducks! Now with guns! ----more---- SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? The shop is live now on our site. Order yours today before Kyle changes the des…
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Simone is back! And there was much rejoicing. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? The shop is live now on our site. Order yours today before Kyle chan…
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Gamescom 2025 has wrapped! Was it a good year? Or was it a great year? Listen to find out... SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT The XboxCast is now doing merch! You heard that right. We have launched our very own merch that you can totally buy. Its 100% legit. We're now offering "Xbox on Cup" mugs, with our very own logo. Keen to get yours? Then jump into our Di…
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Is it Xbox PC, or Xbox on PC or PC Xbox, or Xbox App on PC? Seems not even Microsoft knows... But We're looking forward to Xbox on Cup very soon. On this episode of The Regular Show 💻 Xbox PC or Xbox on PC or Xbox App On PC? The PC Pour Begins Microsoft quietly shifts its branding from “Xbox PC” to “Xbox on PC,” and it’s more than semantics. It’s a…
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When more people tune into The XboxCast, we become better. At least that's what we tell ourselves... In this episode of The Regular Show: 🧑⚖️ CONTROVERSY! The Stop Killing Games campaign, a grassroots movement fighting for digital preservation, is under fire for “systematic concealment” of financial contributions. Turns out, volunteering too hard …
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We're trying out something new with our show notes. Introducing - EMOJI! You're welcome. 🛞 Forza Fans Left Spinning Forza’s latest studio update has left fans clutching their steering wheels in despair. With key developers shifting gears and future plans feeling more like a detour than a straightaway, the community is wondering if the franchise is …
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It's been eight years since we embarked on the journey known as The XboxCast! Join us as we look back - from where we started to how we ended up here. What were we playing 8 years ago? What were you playing 8 years ago? And how did we record those first episodes? All will be answered in this episode. Or at least mused over. This is one episode you'…
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Microsoft giveth. And Microsoft taketh away. And more seems to be going by the day. The internet awoke to a bombshell this week with Microsoft canceling the highly anticipated Perfect Dark reboot and Rare’s ethereal Everwild, and shut down The Initiative studio in a sweeping round of layoffs affecting over 9,000 employees. Turn 10 Studios have also…
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Lee has won Best Face Badge. Not in real life - only in our hearts. This week, we’re buzzing about Microsoft’s bombshell reveal of next-gen Xbox consoles, powered by a multi-year AMD partnership promising cutting-edge graphics, AI-enhanced gameplay, and full backwards compatibility with your entire Xbox library—ensuring your classics stay alive. Ru…
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Dead of Alive 3 is getting a remake, or remaster. And all around the world, people cheered! After Not-E3, the news always tends to slow down. So we just tend to talk about Lee playing football at McLean park in Napier. He's practically famous by now. But we all know that you're here for game news, so lets go over everything we've missed from the Su…
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Cod Fish Necklace: An Xbox Show Case Wrap Up
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Xbox's Not-E3 has come and gone. And we're left wondering about a lot of things... Sure, we can write some witty comments here, but it's much easier to just give you a list of the games that Xbox showed off. For all out thoughts,. you'll just have to listen to the podcast... What was interesting was just how many had the PS5 Logo. Looks like Xbox i…
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This is an Xbox. That is an Xbox. You’re an Xbox and I’m an Xbox!
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When everything is an Xbox, nothing is an Xbox... Xbox Game Pass is a rollercoaster, welcoming trippy sci-fi and an anti-live-service gem in The Alters, while Baldur’s Gate and Baldur’s Gate II shadowdrop for console players.Game Pass is the gift that just keep on giving. But where is the option to subscribe for more time to play these amazing game…
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A Riders Republic movie is in the works. Sometimes the jokes write themselves... Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine gets a remastered glow-up, landing day one for Xbox and PC—perfect for chainsword-wielding fans. Meanwhile, The Division 2 storms the service with its Battle for Brooklyn expansion and Year 7 content, ready to unleash fresh chaos. Xbox dr…
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Our world famous #AprilAchievementChallenge has come to an end. And do we have the recap for you - all the in-and-outs as they happened! Gears of War is going to PlayStation, its true, For all the good that will do... Xbox really seems keen to destroy its brand. As it sends its tent pole games into competitor's hand. But the games only flow towards…
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The charts have changed! This is not a drill, the charts have changed! The Elder Scrolls: Oblivion Remaster has rocketed into 2nd place on the charts! Proving once again what we knew all along - the world craves good RPGs! And maybe not even good RPGs, but good games in general. And what's this? Coming in the top 10 is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33! …
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Did you hear? It scored 92 on OpenCricket! Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has come out swinging. Rave reviews, massive media blitz and the cherry on top? It just so happens to be a great game! Often scoring 10/10 on just about every gaming review site that matters! What a fantastic outing for the first game from a new and unknown studio. Now we know w…
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Star Wars, Clair Obscur and Unnounced Games?
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Clair Obsur: Expedition 33 is so close, and we have a breakdown. And by breakdown, we mean someone watched the trailer and told us what we already know. Can you say HYPE? Because we are super hyped for this game! OK, maybe just one of us, but that still counts. Lee is dubious due to his hate of anything fun, while Kyle is counting down the hours to…
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Warning: The following episode may make you quite sad, angry or annoyed. But, hey, don't blame us, we just read the news that other people have reported on... In good news, Minecraft is getting an update! While it's no Super Duper Graphics Pack that was promised way back in 2017, it does bring enhanced lighting, and other cool stuff. They call this…
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The XboxCast Presents: The Top 50 Xbox Games on Xbox, As Chosen By You
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In celebration of Microsoft's 50th Anniversary (and our official 450th episode), we've counted down the Top 50 Xbox Games on Xbox, as chosen by you - our valued community! That's right, no #NuNews, #GameFace or even Regular Shows this time around, just a countdown of the best games ever to be released on Xbox. Where is Halo? Does Gears of War make …
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This is just a test for our real 450th episode. In fact, you could call it Episode No. 449.5. Any facts to the contrary are communist lies! Could Xbox be buying up some Ubisoft IP? Rumors are saying that Xbox is on the prowl to add some Tom Clancy or Assassins Creed to their already impressive line up of unused and ignored IPs... After all, Xbox ha…
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Xbox is working on a handheld gaming console! And knowing Microsoft's naming standard, will probably call it "Copilot for Your Hands"! In what is the worst kept secret of the gaming space, we now know that Xbox is partnering with Asus on a gaming handheld to take on the Switch. Will it be any good? Will it still run Windows? All this remains to be …
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Tony Hawke's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Remaster - also known as THIPS 7 - will be board sliding its way onto your Xbox this very year! And we cannot wait! Thats right, we'll soon grinding, ollie-ing, and kickflipping all over the place. And the best news is that we'll be doing it as the DOOMSLAYER! Because what's better than being Tony Hawke? Being the deat…
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Because what other instrument would a fish play? Rockbeasts has been announced and looks to be the sleep hit we never knew we needed. Creatures big and small all come together in this unique RPG that is going to be filled to the brim with the best puns ever. And we're hyped for it! That Annapurna Interactive Showcase took place and there were annou…
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Lee has 100% more finger in this episode. Or is it due to being replaced by AI? Xbox has a roadmap? Wait. It's a roadmap created by an Xbox fan, and not from Xbox Studios themselves. That more like the Xbox we know and love - no advertising, and expecting fans to do all their work for them. That aside, the roadmap is pretty impressive. Going all th…
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It's like matador, but for roosters. A more exciting way to make chicken skewers. The reviews are in for South of Midnight, and boy is it shaping up to be a very special exclusive. Couple this with the reviews from Avowed, and Xbox is finally looking to be in the swing of things. Will they be able to keep up this momentum? Or will it all be undone …
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The Age of Games Coming To PlayStation
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PlayStation gets even more Xbox games. While Xbox gets..? The warm fuzzies of being everyone's friends? Age of Empires, Age of Mythology and Forza Horizon 5 are all headed to PlayStation. There really are no more red lines inside Xbox. How soon will see Halo or Gears of War on PlayStation? All while Xbox is talking about winning people based on har…
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A new Xbox is coming, and we know the name. Introducing Xbox Copilot! Welcome to Season 9. We're glad you're here! And hello to all the new listeners. Let us introduce ourselves. We're The XboxCast - a podcast from Australia/New Zealand all about the life of an Xbox gamer in the lands of Down Under. From sky high tech prices, to being left off worl…
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The Game Awards (Alternate Version)
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It's the Game Awards Show, but different! Thanks Lee! Before we sign off officially for 2024, we have one final episode for you - its The Game Awards - again. But slightly different. -- For previous episodes, our socials, community events, and more, visit ⭐THE XBOXCAST OFFICIAL WEBSITE ⭐By TXC Media
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The XboxCast Present: The Game Awards for 2024
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It's time to play the music It's time to light the lights It's time to reveal our game awards tonight It's time to put on makeup It's time to dress up right It's time to raise the curtain On the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, XboxCastational Game Awards tonight! Our final show of 2024, and as is custom, we bow out with our version …
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Dark Puck: The Game Awards Breakdown
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Some guy named Geoff hosted some game awards show. Naturally we're here to tell him how wrong he was. It's time for The (fake) Game Awards! Hosted by the guy we all love to intensely dislike - Geoff! This year saw some very good nominations, but the questions on everyone's lips is will the gaming media media all over these awards, and who will be t…
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Xbox happened to drop a little Indy game to round out the year. And it looks like it's on track to be the real Game of The Year! Indiana Jones is out to rave reviews. Tens all across the board, but the looks of it. Well done Machine Games! And on the back of that, Xbox has decided its strongest line up in years is also going to PlayStation. Just wh…
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It's the Lee & Paul Take Over Episode! Lee is out of sorts as he has to push buttons and talk at the same time! How will he ever cope? Luckily Paul is around to keep him in check. Will he handle it, or will it all fall apart? Listen now to find out. Remember, our Game of the Year voting is open now! Have your say and tell us what games are your per…
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This week on The XboxCast we welcome back Producer Paul! We all talk about the huge number of games we played over the last month, well mostly Diablo...at least Paul has been playing something different. Thankfully our amazing listeners actually play games and there is a rundown from all the stories they post in our Discord. Which you should totall…
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Kong & Godzilla Vs The Power Rangers
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Welcome to the world's first concept podcast. What is a pod? What is a cast? Are we even real? Do you collect game maps? What map are you most proud of? What is the oldest game map you own? Kyle dreams of having a map room full of (surprise!) maps. But the twist is they're all from games! It's like highbrow nerdiness! Imagine having Morrowind, next…
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Vessel of Hatred: The Diablo IV Expansion Review
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In case you've missed it, we kind of like Diablo IV around here. Diablo IV's expansion has dropped and with it, brings a slew of changes to the game! From reduced level cap (bye-bye Level 100 😢) to having your own hired sword for help with Mercenaries, Diablo IV should now be called Diablo 4.5. But does it make a good game? Does it still capture wh…
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High-Def Blur: A Tokyo Game Show Recap
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The Tokyo Game Show has happened! What tasty treats were announced this time? And what new ways can Xbox shoot themselves in the foot? Fear not, my friends! Xbox came, saw, and conquered the Tokyo Game Show this year! StarCraft: Remastered and StarCraft II: Campaign Collection are set to join PC Game Pass in November, making a legendary return to t…
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What's better than The Sims 4? The Sims 4 multiplayer! Welcome to the future of The Sims 4, because we aren't getting The Sims 5 anytime soon... Yes, that's right. The future of the franchise is multiplayer. Somehow. EA have claimed they don't want the Simes players to lose any progress, and so will continue to milk, uh, we mean support, The Sims 4…
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What's faster than putting racing stripes on your new bike? Wearing white leathers while riding said bike. Sadly, Lee has not graced with any pictures... Yet. All of Annapurna Interactive has resigned! Thats right - everyone including the CEO walked out the door in a massive move of no confidence in the direction of the studio. What does this mean …
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Xbox is the only console that exists. The others don't exist. You've been lied to. We're here to expose the truth! No wonder we haven't heard from Phil! He's been hiding in Antartica, playing the next-gen Xbox with the alien from Area 51. The truth is now exposed. Phil - you can come out of hiding now, and release the new Xbox It's ok. We're all ab…
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The kids are all buying their spaceships on Facebook Marketplace these days. Or is it Temu? Beware some light Alien Romulus spoilers ahead. Nothing serious. But maybe watch the movie first to get all our jokes! Diablo is the game of the moment. Like it ever left our rotation. Lee has not stopped playing it all year... But now Kyle is getting involv…
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Project Managers who listen to vinals and wear shawls are the future. You heard it here first! This is out Gamescom wrap up! What is going on with Xbox? It seems they are intent to shoot themselves in the foot. Starfield is getting a great expansion, showing off the story telling chops of Bethesda. Borderlands 4 got announced after the disastrous m…
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Lee is going fast. So fast, that he's become a racing stripe! Lee has a new motorbike! And it's a very pretty bike. So of course, we have a lot of very helpful suggestions about hot to not fall over. Kyle recommends some wheels Lee can attach to the back to help him with balance. I'm sure they have a name.. Indiana Jones is coming to PlayStation, i…
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Lee is technically the Technical Director. This makes him officially Tee Dee Lee! Patrons Puzzling Picks are in full swing - and Kyle is fishing for compliments in Call of the Wild: The Angler. Has anyone else ever played these hunting sims? Because they are weird... So much busy work in my fishing game! Discord is getting a big upgrade on Xbox. No…
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In the land of Melbourne, where the Yarra flows, Two factions arose, with differing prose. One loved the boba, with pearls so sweet, The other despised it, a bitter defeat. In cafes and streets, their battles were fought, Over tapioca pearls, and the tea they sought. But in the shadows, a whisper was heard, Of Xbox adventures, and a podcast’s word.…
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