Does Crimson Desert Deserve Better? + Oblivion Turns 20

In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, Matt kicks things off with a Video Game Fun Fact celebrating the 20th anniversary of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion-looking back at its original release, innovations like procedural generation, and the massive modding community that kept it alive for decades.We also break down early impressions of Crimson Desert, one of the most anticipated open-world action RPGs on the horizon.In the news, Nvidia announces DLSS 5, calling it the “GPT moment for graphics,” as AI continues to push deeper into real-time rendering and game performance. We discuss what this could mean for the future of visuals-and whether players will actually want it.Bethesda finally delivers a major update for Starfield, including new story DLC, improved spaceflight mechanics, and a confirmed PlayStation 5 release date. Is this the game’s long-awaited comeback moment?Plus, Sony is reportedly dropping the “PlayStation Network” (PSN) name entirely, signaling a shift in how it positions its ecosystem moving forward.