Best World Gone Geek Podcasts (2025)

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The Rise of K-Pop Demon Hunters! 1:16:00

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4d ago1:16:00

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K Pop Demon Hunters is taking the world by storm, and we're diving right in! This episode is all about exploring the vibrant and quirky world of this pop culture phenomenon that’s not just about catchy tunes but also packs a serious punch with its emotional depth. We chat about everything from the unique blend of K-pop and demon-fighting antics to …

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LEGO Batman Looks Like The Best Batman Game in Years - Beyond 909 52:06

6d ago52:06

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We’re back from gamescom, jetlagged, but excited to have some new and upcoming games to discuss. Capcom had a solid lineup including Pragmata, which doesn’t put puzzles above shooting, but still has puzzles, and probably isn’t a Mega Man prequel. The Resident Evil Requiem demo we had didn’t blow us away, but it also didn’t show too much, and maybe …

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Battlefield 6 Looks Like Donkey Kong Bananza Directed By Michael Bay - Beyond 908 1:15:37

29d ago1:15:37

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This week, we’re talking about the literally groundbreaking new destruction physics in Battlefield 6, which looks to be almost on par with Donkey Kong Bananza’s smashability, but in an obviously very different way. We’re also chatting with the developers of Ninja Gaiden Ragebound about the throwback platformer’s NES roots, and sharing some of the g…

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Fighting Yourself is Fun in Wuchang Fallen Feathers - Beyond 907 45:07

1M ago45:07

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From forgotten peripherals to bizarre trends, we're taking a wild trip through PlayStation's strangest hardware. Plus, Jada shares her early impressions of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers. This week we're going retro, weird, and very PlayStation. 00:00 - Intro01:00 - Wuchang: Fallen Feathers18:06 - PlayStation’s Best, Worst and Weirdest Experimental Produ…

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How Does EA's Skate Compare to Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 - Beyond 906 49:12

2M ago49:12

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It’s a good time to be a fan of skateboarding video games, between Activision’s remakes fo Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 out now, plus EA’s long-awaited reboot of Skate (Sorry, “skate.”) arriving sometime in the foreseeable future. Nick had a chance to spend a few hours in the open world, and while the free-to-play live-service aspect is rubbing a l…

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Ghost of Yotei Looks Like a Bigger, Meaner and Prettier Spin on Tsushima - Beyond 905 57:41

2M ago57:41

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Sucker Punch finally gave us our long-awaited look at Ghost of Yotei in action, and while it’s certainly looking like a gorgeous successor to Tsushima that’ll put the PS5 through its paces, it’s hard not to compare it to one of this year’s other big open-world samurai game, Assassin’s Creed Shadows. While there will definitely be some familiar them…

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How Can Resident Evil Requiem Keep The Series Fresh After 30 Years? - Beyond 904 57:39

2M ago57:39

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Let’s get this out of the way: we’re happy there’s a new Resident Evil game on the way and we will absolutely be playing it day one. That said, the way Capcom is framing Resident Evil Requiem has us a bit skeptical - especially with them specifically bringing up the fact that Leon Kennedy (supposedly) isn’t in it. We discuss how Resident Evil’s lat…

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Death Stranding 2: Weird, Confusing and a Technical Masterpiece - Beyond 903 1:03:28

2M ago1:03:28

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Death Stranding 2: On The Beach is finally almost here, and as one of 2025’s few big PlayStation exclusives, you can see why a lot of PS5 owners would be excited for this one. This week, we’re joined by Simon Cardy, who reviewed DS2 for IGN, to discuss the many things it does right, whether or not that’s enough to win over folks who didn’t live the…

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Sony Hints At PlayStation 6, Knows Most Players Aren’t Into Cloud Gaming - Beyond 902 1:06:23

3M ago1:06:23

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The PlayStation 6 is still a long ways off, but Sony acknowledged they’re pushing the platform forward and exploring new ways for us to engage with it, but they’re well aware that streaming games from the cloud isn’t how most of us play our games. The PlayStation Portal might seem to suggest that’s the direction the company is taking things, but un…

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Resident Evil Requiem: New Details on Gameplay, Setting, Characters & More - Beyond 901 1:24:58

3M ago1:24:58

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Resident Evil Requiem (or Resident Evil 9, RE9uiem, or whatever we’re supposed to call it) got an official reveal during Summer Game Fest 2025, and shortly after that, a select few people got to play a demo behind closed doors. IGN’s Matt Kim was one of those lucky people, so he stopped by to tell us about the game’s newest features. There’s option…

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Let's Play The Ultimate PlayStation 4 Game Show, Wheel of PS4-tune! - Beyond 900 27:30

3M ago27:30

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It's our 900th episode! And we're at IGN Live! So, in honor of this momentous occasion, we invented a whole game show: Wheel of PS4-tune! Why? Because it was a good title. So, all the questions are about Sony's last console generation, its hardware, games, and so on. How well do Brian and Jada know deep-cut PlayStation 4-centric trivia? How are the…

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007 First Light, Marvel Tokon, Silent Hill f and More From Sony's Summer State of Play - Beyond 899 54:26

3M ago54:26

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On this very special episod eof Podcast Beyond, Max, Brian, and Jada are joined by John Davison to react to the latest PlayStation State of Play where Sony showed off a ton of games. This episodes highlights were the reveal of the new James Bond game from IO Interactve, 007 First Light, and the Arc System Works Marvel themed fighter MARVEL Tōkon: F…

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Cleveland Guardians Roller Derby 1:03:52

3M ago1:03:52

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We’re diving into the exhilarating world of roller derby with the Cleveland Guardians and it’s a blast! This episode is all about the passion and community that surrounds this electrifying sport. We chat with some of the Guardians, who share their stories, rules of the game, and the camaraderie that makes roller derby so special. So, whether you’re…

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We're So Glad Hideo Kojima is Still Making Weird Games - Beyond 898 39:08

3M ago39:08

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Kojima is always up to something and this week is no different. On this week's very special epsiode of Podcast Beyond!, Jada, Nick, and Max break down their favorite Kojima games, why hes so influential, and why him preparing to keep his legacy going long after he dies via a USB stick isnt even the strangest thing hes said lately. *** IGN Live is n…

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Will Fairgame$ be the next Helldivers 2 or Hyenas? - Beyond 897 1:08:55

4M ago1:08:55

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Sony’s big push for live-service games hasn’t exactly been a resounding success, and the news that Haven, the studio behind the upcoming extraction-shooter Fairgame$, recently lost its founder Jade Raymond doesn’t exactly instill confidence. But, on the bright side, Helldivers 2: Heart of Democracy update takes the battle to Super Earth, giving the…

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Doom: The Dark Ages Rips and Tears Its Way Into Our Hearts - Beyond 896 1:13:14

4M ago1:13:14

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This week, we’re rippin’ and tearin’ into Doom: The Dark Ages - but in a nice way! id Software’s recent installments in the beloved FPS series have been heavy-hitters in their own right, but the latest entry offers a truly satisfying experience with some of the most brutally crunchy combat in recent memory, an arsenal of new weapons and abilities t…

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Johnny K Wu - Producer & Director | Co-Founder Cleveland Asian Festival 1:03:09

4M ago1:03:09

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Takeaways: The Cleveland Asian Festival is a vibrant celebration that promotes Asian culture and community, attracting over 50,000 visitors annually and featuring diverse food, performances, and activities. Johnny K. Wu, a prominent figure in Cleveland's cultural scene, co-founded the festival in 2010, aiming to unite various Asian communities and …

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GTA 6: Will It Be The Best-Looking Video Game Ever? - Beyond 895 1:03:27

4M ago1:03:27

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GTA 6 is set to redefine visual fidelity in gaming, but beyond the graphics, we have nine very specific questions about Jason and Lucia's adventure. From gameplay mechanics like Jason's in-game console and Lucia's ankle monitor to narrative possibilities like prison time and relationship dynamics, this episode dives deep into what Rockstar's traile…

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Borderlands 4 Has More Guns, But Less Goofs - Beyond 894 1:11:10

4M ago1:11:10

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On this weeks very special epsidoe of Beyond! Max, Nick, and Jada react to the Borderlands 4 State of Play where they share their thoughts on the games new direction, its gameplay improvements, Randy Pitchfords shirt choice, and if they think the game was moved forward to accomidate that one Florida simulator everybody is paitently waiting for. Aft…

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Between Oblivion Remastered & Clair Obscur, RPG Fans Have It Made - Beyond 893 59:06

4M ago59:06

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Whether you’d like a turn-based foray into a whole new fantasy realm, or a meticulously overhauled return trip to a familiar open-world, there’s plenty to keep you busy this week between Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. We’ve got plenty to say about these role-playing games, which are both doing very differ…

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When Did You Realize PlayStation Was a Major Player? - Beyond 892 1:05:39

5M ago1:05:39

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This week, we’re joined by our pal Mike Drucker, stand-up comedian and writer, formerly of IGN, more recently of The Tonight Show With Jimmy Fallon and Full Frontal With Samatha Bee, and most recently the author of the book “Good Game, No Rematch: A Life Made of Video Games.” Drucker’s book is a semi-autobiographical trip down memory lane, recounti…

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Why Blue Prince is 2025’s Highest Rated Game So Far - Beyond 891 1:40:30

5M ago1:40:30

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We’ve got a jam-packed episode this week! First order of business, Blue Prince just dropped and it’s currently the best-reviewed game of the year so far, so what’s the big deal? We invited IGN’s executive reviews editor and Blue Prince reviewer Tom Marks to discuss the many brilliant things this roguelite first-person puzzle game does right, and th…

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Jason Griffith - Voice of Sonic the Hedgehog and MORE! 49:29

5M ago49:29

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Today, we’re diving into a fun and energetic chat with Jason Griffith, the legendary voice behind Sonic the Hedgehog! We caught up with him at the Cleveland Gaming Classic last September, and let me tell you, hearing his stories about voice acting and the impact Sonic has had on fans is just a blast. From his early days in Cleveland to his journey …

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Atomfall and 6 Games we Want to Play before 2026 - Beyond 890 1:18:43

5M ago1:18:43

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This week on Beyond Jada Griffin is hosting yet again! Joined by Travis Northrup, Cameron Kingdom Hearts Hawken, Kevin Diaz and Brian Altano makes an appearance for an Atomfall Interview with Ben Fisher - Head of Design at Rebellion - and Rebellion CEO and modern day knight, Jason Kingsley. We talk about Sony’s appearance at Cinemacon with unveilin…

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Bloodborne Turns 10 And It’s Time For a Remaster - Beyond 889 1:30:18

5M ago1:30:18

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This week on Beyond Jada Griffin is back in the host chair along with Akeem and Brian for one of our longest episodes in a while. They talk about the numerous anniversaries happening over at Sony this month including Bloodborne's 10th which Brian gets nostalgic for, PSP’s 20th anniversary, and God of War’s 20th anniversary all with 67 inches of Jor…

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Assassin's Creed Shadows is Unexpectedly One of Our Favorite Games of 2025 - Beyond 888 1:18:16

6M ago1:18:16

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It’s been in the works for years, and delayed by several months, but Assassin’s Creed Shadows is finally here, and it’s worth the wait. Y’know, assuming you like big huge open-world games, don’t mind when Assassin’s Creed games veer into RPG territory, and are interested in the feudal Japanese setting. We’re all having a blast, and while it doesn’t…

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Play Games Heal Kids! Extra Life - (participating in Podcasthon 2025) 1:02:35

6M ago1:02:35

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We're all living in a world gone Geek, and today we're diving into something super special that really embodies our fandom for good: Extra Life! This episode is dedicated to the amazing charity event where gamers unite to play for 24 hours straight, raising funds for Children's Miracle Network hospitals. Join Jeff (aka Grounded Geek) andYuta as the…

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What Will The PS5 Generation Be Remembered For? - Beyond 887 1:17:32

6M ago1:17:32

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Last week, we got some major news about The Last of Us. Unfortunately, that news amounted to Neil Druckmann saying “don’t bet on” a third game, and then the announcement of a limited edition The Last of Us Part 2 Dualsense controller. Though there’s a new season of the HBO series on the horizon, that’s got to be a bit of a drag for TLOU fans – but …

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Forza Horizon 5 & Days Gone Are Getting More Mileage on PS5 - Beyond 886 1:10:14

6M ago1:10:14

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As part of this month’s Beyond Game Club, we’re revisiting Batman Arkham Asylum, Rocksteady’s debut game featuring the Dark Knight, which arrived in 2009 and laid the groundwork for Arkham City and Arkham Knight. As much as we adore the massive open-world Gotham City, in a lot of ways, Arkham Asylum is the perfect Batman game: a mix of action-packe…

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Monster Hunter Wilds Review Discussion! - Beyond 885 1:05:28

6M ago1:05:28

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Monster Hunter Wilds will soon be out in the wild, and this week we’re joined by IGN’s reviewer Tom Marks and resident Monster Hunter expert Case DeFrietas to talk about how the latest installment in Capcom’s most popular series pushing the franchise forward, discuss the numerous things it does right, but address one common complaint among reviewer…

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Stephanie Williams - Comics Writer "Nubia, Queen of the Amazons" and more! 1:02:13

6M ago1:02:13

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We’re all living in a world gone geek, and this episode is no exception! Buckle up, because we’re diving into an awesome conversation with the super talented Stephanie Williams, writer for DC and Marvel. She’s here to share her journey through the comic book universe, from her indie roots to breathing new life into iconic characters like Nubia and …

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The Like a Dragon Series Recycle Assets The Right Way - Beyond 884 1:16:51

7M ago1:16:51

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This week, we’ve got some games to talk about, including Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, the latest installment in the long-running organized crime series that’s a bit less organized than usual, namely because it ditches the criminal underworld for the high seas. It may feature plenty of familiar backdrops and a few familiar faces (like mos…

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The PlayStation State of Play Was Solid, But Not Exciting - Beyond 883 1:07:47

7M ago1:07:47

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Sony’s first PlayStation State of Play showcased almost thirty new games (or updates for existing games) but still left us feeling a bit disappointed. The reveal of Housemarque’s Saros, a PS5 remaster of Days Gone, and a long overdue release date for Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater were highlights, along with some proper reveals of relative unk…

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Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 is Awesome, But Not if You're in a Hurry - Beyond 882 1:10:47

7M ago1:10:47

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Rumor has it, Sony’s doing a State of Play next week, which seems more likely than not based on the timing of previous years’ presentations, so we run down a list of predictions of what we expect to see. Ghost of Yotei seems like a safe bet, as does Death Stranding 2: On The Beach. Live-service is a bit of a touchy subject for PlayStation at the mo…

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Can Assassin's Creed Shadows Save Ubisoft? - Beyond 881 56:38

7M ago56:38

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This week, we’re taking a minute to talk about Assassin’s Creed Shadows, which has a lot going for it, but also a lot working against it. Between Ubisoft’s financial woes, two delays, a bunch of other big games including but not limited to Ghost of Yotei, plenty of backlash online, and the fact that it’s yet another big open-world Assassin’s Creed …

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PlayStation's Live Service Gamble Keeps Losing - Beyond 880 55:30

7M ago55:30

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This week Max is out on assignment and Akeem is filling in as host! We’re talking about Sony’s gamble on live-service games: with the cancellation of two unannounced titles, is it going well for them? Our review for Dynasty Warriors: Origins is in and we dive deep into the details with Jada. Plus the legendary Shuhei Yoshida’s thoughts on PlayStati…

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With Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Like a Dragon Somehow Gets Even Crazier - Beyond 879 54:45

8M ago54:45

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This week, we’re talking about Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, which is about.. Well, you can kind of figure it out from the name alone. Nick Maillet had a chance to go hands on, and shares some of the crazy stuff he encountered. The mainline Like a Dragon/Yakuza games are wacky enough under normal circumstances, but it sounds like Pirate Y…

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10 Games Turning 10 in 2025: Where They Are Now? - Beyond 878 55:37

8M ago55:37

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Happy New Year! 2025 kicks off with a bunch of news out of CES, and it seems like Sony announced basically everything except games, from feature film adaptations of Horizon Zero Dawn and Helldivers 2 to a Ghost of Tsushima anime series to an immersive and probably weird-smelling experience in The Last of Us. Meanwhile, in the interest of not having…

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Beyond’s 10 Favorite PlayStation Games, As Decided By Science and Democracy - Beyond 877 57:17

8M ago57:17

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It’s the holidays, which means spending time with loved ones, and probably getting into an argument with them too. So, we’re deciding on Beyond’s Top 10 PlayStation Games Ever, but we’re doing it in a stupid, convoluted way that will result in a list that no one, including us, agrees with entirely. Spoiler alert: this was an excuse to talk about so…

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Intergalactic: Naughty Dog’s First New IP In 11 Years Explores Uncharted Territory - Beyond 876 58:21

9M ago58:21

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We sure do have a lot more games to look forward to than we did a week ago, huh? The Game Awards had quite a few big reveals, especially for PlayStation fans thanks to Naughty Dog finally letting the equally poorly behaved cat out of the bag and showing off Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, the first brand new IP since The Last of Us. Considering…

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Indiana Jones & Infinity Nikki Are Last-Minute GOTY Contenders for 2024 - Beyond 875 56:26

9M ago56:26

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Some of the last big games of 2024 have finally dropped, including the open-world dress-up game Infinity Nikki, which is currently a PS5 console exclusive, and Indiana Jones and The Great Circle, which is currently Xbox console-exclusive, but which will be hitting PS5 next year. Both of these games are great in their own ways, and they’re each doin…

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What The Next PlayStation Handheld Can Learn From Switch and PS Vita - Beyond 874 56:59

9M ago56:59

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Between Nintendo Switch’s impending successor, Valve’s Steam Deck and its ilk, and Phil Spencer casually announcing an Xbox handheld is in development, portable gaming is in the midst of a revival. If recent rumors are to be believed, Sony will soon be following suit. So, what can be learned not just from the success of current handheld devices, bu…

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How To Talk To Your Family About Video Games - Beyond 873 1:01:29

9M ago1:01:29

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Have you ever been asked by your family during the holidays what a Kingdom Hearts is or why Solid Snake is in fact, not a snake? This week we answer those questions and many more in this very special holiday episode of Podcast Beyond. We also talk about why younger gamers aren't familiar with Metal Gear Solid anymore, why Brian is glad he bought a …

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Elden Ring Rules, But Should DLC Be Game of the Year? - Beyond 872 1:18:17

10M ago1:18:17

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Following the announcement of The Game Awards 2024 nominees for overall game of the year, the big debate right now is should Elden Ring’s Shadow of the Erdtree expansion be eligible? Yes, it’s great, but Elden Ring won this award in 2022, and not only is Erdtree not playable without the base game, it requires a substantial amount of amount of legwo…

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The Sony Studios We Expect To Reveal Games Next - Beyond 871 1:05:05

10M ago1:05:05

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In a recent investor call, Sony’s finance and IR chief Sadahiko Hayakawa announced that we should expect a major first party single-player game release at least once a year from the 2025 fiscal year onward, which is awesome news! However, aside form Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2: On The Beach and Insomniac and Marvel’s Wolverine, that leaves lo…

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The PS5 Pro: A Pretty Expensive Way To Make Games a Little Prettier - Beyond 870 54:58

10M ago54:58

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The PlayStation 5 Pro has finally arrived (or arrives very shortly) and we’ve got IGN’s reviewer Michael Higham joining us to break down how much of an improvement this mid-gen hardware refresh actually is, from enhanced performance modes to PSSR upscaling, Sony has definitely released a powerful machine, but it might not be enough of a leap to jus…

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Black Ops 6's Campaign Feels More Like Hitman or Metal Gear Than CoD - Beyond 869 54:40

10M ago54:40

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Call of Duty is here and we’re enjoying it! In fact IGN gave it great scores across the board so far with a 9 on the Campaign where you get to take pictures of Bill Clinton, and an 8 for the Multiplayer which feels pretty fun this year, Zombies hasn’t been scored yet but we talk about it a lot because Jada is having a great time with it full of Zom…

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Sonic X Shadows Generations is So Good, Even IGN Loved It - Beyond 868 1:15:08

11M ago1:15:08

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It’s true! The remake of the 2011 game heaps on a ton of new content that makes it one of Jada’s favorite entries in the series to date, as indicated by her 9 out of 10 review score. How can SEGA and Team Sonic keep this momentum going with future games? Meanwhile, Insomniac is hard at work at something, but that something isn’t story DLC for Marve…

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The Scariest Video Games You’ve Ever Played - Beyond 867 1:16:08

11M ago1:16:08

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Tis the season… No, the OTHER season. That’s right, it’s that time of year when everything is covered with bats and skeletons and fake cobwebs and other macabre and ghoulish decor. So, we took the opportunity to reach out to our listeners and have them share the stuff in video games that’s terrified, creeped out, haunted, startled, or otherwise sca…

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The Fandom Premise - Relive the origins behind your favorite fandoms - The Fandom Premise 1:53

11M ago1:53

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The Fandom Premise is an engaging journey into the rich histories of the fandoms we cherish, hosted by Jeff, aka groundedGeek. Each episode promises to explore the fascinating stories behind your favorite franchises, characters, and cultural phenomena, reminding us of the human experiences that shape the geek world. From the unexpected origins of S…