Check out CK's new book, "The ESE Files (Origin Story)"! It's a reimagining of our old middle school characters and their wild adventures. Get your copy here!This week on The ESE Files, we’re breaking down some of the wildest headlines in gaming and pop culture:Xbox shakes up Game Pass with confusing new tiers — did they just ruin the “best deal in gaming”?The Xbox Ally handheld price is revealed, but can it compete with Steam Deck and Switch 2?EA faces a massive buyout — what happens to Madden, FIFA, Apex, and The Sims next?Fortnite removes Peacemaker’s iconic dance emote after backlash.Marvel Zombies scores big as the undead Marvel heroes steal the spotlight.Minarum reveals his Final Fantasy Tactics collector’s edition and shares what he plans for his gaming collection in the future.A quick dive into the Hellraiser revival and why Dead by Daylight still reigns as the horror gaming king.🔥 Movies, TV, anime, gaming, and pop culture — if it’s entertainment, we’re covering it.👉 Don’t forget to drop your thoughts in the comments:Would you downgrade your Xbox Game Pass subscription?Best or worst crossover you’ve seen in Fortnite?Is the Xbox Ally a must-buy or dead on arrival?📢 Subscribe for weekly pop culture & gaming news, reviews, and debates. New episodes every Wednesday!Reach us at: [email protected]'t forget to follow your favorite show and join us on the journey ahead. We look forward to entertaining you!https://www.theesefiles.com/https://www.facebook.com/theESEfileshttps://www.instagram.com/theesefiles/00:00 Xbox Game Pass Price Hike and Fan Reactions09:45 EA's Acquisition and Future Prospects14:06 John Cena's Fortnite Controversy20:03 Marvel Zombies Review and Insights32:38 Alice in Borderland: The Survival Game Revival38:51 Collector's Editions: The Value of Gaming Memorabilia42:30 The Future of Minarum's Collection