395: It Keeps Getting Worse

The gaming industry might be heading toward one of its biggest shakeups yet! This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, we break down the latest rumors that the PS6 could launch as early as 2027, while reports suggest PlayStation may begin phasing out physical game releases starting in 2028. We also discuss the looming shutdown of the PS3 and PS Vita digital stores and what it means for game preservation.On the business side, GTA 6 continues its historic run with an unbelievable $3 billion in pre-order revenue, while Microsoft is reportedly considering the closure of Obsidian, Ninja Theory, and Undead Labs, with the long-awaited Blade game and Arcane project potentially facing cancellation.Madrid and Anton jump back into Splatoon 3 as excitement builds for the Splatoon Raiders , Chris finally rolls credits on Pragmata, and we dive into all the biggest announcements from EVO Las Vegas, including the latest Marvel Tōkon reveals. We also share our thoughts on X-Men '97 Season 2 and discuss whether all this Marvel hype could finally convince Anton to give Marvel Rivals a real shot.From industry-changing rumors to fresh game impressions and plenty of Marvel excitement, it's another packed episode you won't want to miss! 🧀🎮