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Jeff and Christian welcome Brendon Bigley from Into the Aether back to the show this week to discuss the "most significant restructure in Xbox history", Sony first party games declaring their physical disc status, and Lego potentially doing another arcade cabinet set.The Playlist:Brendon: Wax Heads, Backyard Baseball 2026, Meccha ChameleonChristian: Assassin's Creed Black Flag ResyncedJeff: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag ResyncedParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Steve Watts from Gamespot to the show this week to discuss the ramifications of Sony ending support for physical media on Playstation, the latest Games Done Quick feats, and the outcome of the legal battle over Subnautica 2.The Playlist:Steve: Splatoon Raiders, Rhythm Heaven Groove, Dave the Diver: In the Jungle, Sonic Racing CrossWorldsChristian: Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightJeff: Geometry DashParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Youtuber Jakejames Lugo back to the show this week to discuss the strike at Quantum Dream, a 28-year old mystery in Resident Evil 2, and lots of chaos around the industry, including GTA 6's price and details, another price increase for the Xbox, more layoff, and abysmal hardware sales for May.The Playlist:Jakejames: Star Fox on Switch 2, 007 First Light , LEGO Batman LOTDKChristian: Forza Horizon 6, Star Fox 64, Star Fox (2026)Jeff: Dark ScrollsParting Gifts!

Jeff welcomes Adam Leonhardt from Mega Dads and Anthony Taormina from Gamerant to discuss Xbox studios coming under the axe, Grand Theft Auto 6's pre-order price, and all the AI going into the next version of the Unreal Engine.The Playlist:Adam: 007 First Light, Dave the DiverAnthony: Destiny 2 RIP, Pokemon GO, Control ResonantJeff: Steam Next Fest: Echoes of Mystralia, Ascenders Beyond the Peak, Blood Dungeon, Grass Chopper and Don’t Stop the Pop, Order of the Sinking Star, Furyball Rogue RevengeParting Gifts!

This is the episode that almost didn't happen! Power outages, guests dropping, and technical maelstrom... yet despite it all, Jeff and Christian give you their takes on Nintendo's latest Direct, 30 minutes of Fable gameplay, Xbox's dire straits, and more!The Playlist:Christian: Star Fox Switch 2 demo; 007 First LightJeff: As We Descend, Lost Castle 2Parting Gifts!!

It's that time of year again! Jeff, Christian, and Lana run down all of the huge announcements from the biggest week in video games!Sony State of Play, Summer Games Fest, and Xbox Showcase! Which games hit the top of our lists?

Jeff and Christian welcome Zach Barbieri from Pixel Byte to the show this week to discuss XBOX delaying Fable, Infinity Ward's big reveal of Modern Warfare 4, a huge price hike for Steam Deck, and more!The Playlist:Zach: Mina The Hollower, 007: First Light, inKonbini, Coffee Talk Tokyo, Planet Zoo, Tales of Arise (NS2)Christian: 007 First LightJeff: 007:First Light, Froggy Hates Snow, Mina the HollowerParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Parris Lilly from Gamertag Radio back to the show this week to discuss the future of Bungie in light of Destiny 2 leaving active development, the massive slate of indie games at Six One Indie Showcase, and Wizards of the Coast no longer developing a single-player D&D game.The Playlist:Parris: Forza Horizon 6, MixtapeChristian: Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark KnightJeff: Forza Horizon 6, Rune DiceParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Brian Shea from Game Informer back to the show this week to discuss the big XBOX rebrand, a huge move away from physical media, and Talos Principle getting a final installment.The Playlist:Brian: Forza Horizon 6Christian: Forza Horizon 6Jeff: Subnautica 2, Alabaster Dawn, Black JacketParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Rich Lovejoy from Gamers With Job Conference Call back to the show this week to discuss another video game union formalizing, Nintendo's big Star Fox 64 remake, Switch 2's price going up, and much more!The Playlist:Rich: Quartet, Banquet For Fools, Perfect Tides: Station to Station, Cyclopean: The Great Abyss, Caves of Qud, Obey the Insect GodChristian: Mixtape, Steam ControllerJeff: MixtapeParting Gifts!

For this, the 650th episode of DLC, Jeff and Christian are thrilled to welcome legendary game designer and co-founder of Double Fine, Tim Schafer to the show to discuss Subnautica's rocky road to early access, Valve pushing ahead with Steam Controllers, and Evercade's retro handhelds for two classic computer systems.The Playlist:Tim: Kiln, Resident Evil Requiem, Thank Goodness You’re HereChristian: Diablo IV: Lord of Hatred, Tom Clancy's The Division ResurgenceJeff: Shapez 2, AphelionParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome VO actor Joe Zieja to the show ths week to discuss a huge new expansion to Final Fantasy XIV, Asha Sharma's new vision for Xbox, Assassin's Creed Black Falg Resynch's changes and updates, and more!The Playlist:Joe: Marvel Rivals, Octopath Traveler 2, Olija, People of NoteChristian: Pragmata, Control (iOS)Jeff: Vampire Crawlers, KilnTabletop Time:Joe: Magical Athlete, Horrified Dungeons and Dragons, Boss MonsterChristian: ConceptsParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Youtuber Eren 'Caboose' Kose to the show this week to discuss a hacker leak of Rockstar's financials, the new head of Xbox's assertion that Game Pass is too expensive, and a new video game made during wartime.The Playlist:Eren: MarathonChristian: Pragmata, ReplacedJeff: Pragmata, Mouse P.I. For HireParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome multi-award winning games reporter, Rebekah Valentine back to the show this week to discuss WoW's latest World First Raid Boss race, Epic's rumored first game from their $1.5 billion deal with Disney, and all the awesome indie games at the Triple-i Initiative Showcase.The Playlist:Rebekah: Pokopia, Elden Ring: NightreignChristian: Borderlands MobileJeff: Sol Cesto, MINOSParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Jacob Dekker from Gamespot to the show for the first time to discuss Nintendo's Pokemon patent being revoked, rumors of a PS6 handheld, and a wildly difficult PSN trophy it took 13 years to finally achieve.The Playlist:Jacob: Pokemon Leaf Green, Pokopia, Pokemon Champions, Slay the Spire 2Christian: Marvel MaXimum CollectionJeff: Super Meat Boy 3D, Slay the Spire 2Parting Gifts!

With Christian out, Jeff is joined by Anthony Taormina from Gamerant, and the two of them welcome Jordan Middler from VGC to the show to discuss more console price increases, Nintendo's 2026 line-up leaked, and Xbox's latest Partner Preview.The Playlist:Jordan: Saros, Pokemon Champions, RaccoinAnthony: Pokemon Champions, Pokopia, Crimson Desert, RaccoinJeff: Net Attack Code or Die!Parting Gifts!

With Jeff on vacation, Christian welcomes Lana Bachynski and Kahlief Adams to the show to talk about DLSS 5, an update on the legal battle between the cofounders of Subnautica developer Unknown Worlds and publisher Krafton, CounterStrike 2 changing how reloading works in the game, and more!The Playlist: Kahlief: Marathon, Big WalkLana: Super Battle Golf, MarathonChristian: The Simpsons: Hit & RunParting Gifts!BONUS CHAT with Jeff Cannata about his time with Crimson Desert!

Jeff and Christian welcome Travis Northup from IGN to the show to discuss the big Xbox keynote at GDC 2026, discussing Project Helix and Xbox Mode on PC, the possibility of Simpsons Hit n Run returning, and Nintendo's $80 release of Super Mario Wonder on Switch 2.The Playlist:Travis: Marathon, TMNT: Empire CityChristian: Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow SeaJeff: Slay the Spire 2Parting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome M.H. Williams from the Stuff Worth Knowing newsletter to discuss Sony no longer porting their frist party exclusives to PC, Microsoft's next gen Xbox details, and Ubisoft laying out the plan for Assassin's Creed.The Playlist:M.H.: World of Warcraft: Midnight, Resident Evil Requiem, Esoteric EbbChristian: Resident Evil Requiem, Mario Tennis Fever, Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six MobileJeff: Slay the Spire 2Parting Gifts!!

Jeff and Christian welcome youtuber and game reviewer Tamoor Hussain back to the show this week to discuss reports that FROM Software prevented Bloodborne remake from happening, Insomniac's Marvel's Wolverine getting a September release date, and a new rhythmn game from the folks who made Guitar Hero.The Playlist:Tamoor: Resident Evil Requiem, AYN Thor, ClutchtimeChristian: Resident Evil Requiem; Marathon Server Slam: Open PreviewJeff: Resident Evil: Requiem, Steam Next Fest Demos (best of the best): Vampire Crawlers, Enter the Chronosphere, Spellsy, Alabaster Dawn, Rune Dice, Croak, TMNT: Empire CityParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Jay Peters from the Verge to the show this week to discuss the massive shakeup at Xbox, Sony shuttering another studio, and Unity bringing prompted casual games to GDC.The Playlist:Jay: God of War: Sons of Sparta, CorgiSpace, CairnChristian: Scott Pilgrim EX demo, Blade Runner: Enhanced EditionJeff: Mario Tennis Fever, ForgotlingsParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Jesse Norris from DayOne back to the show to discuss the huge new Sony State of Play, laying out many of Playstation's biggest upcoming releases, new content for a 26-year old masterpiece, and layoffs for Highguard.The Playlist:Jesse:  High On Life 2, Mario Kart World, DK Bananza, GoW Sons of SpartaChristian: Mario Tennis Fever, Replaced DemoJeff: High on Life 2, Replaced DemoParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Michael Futter from the Virtual Economy Podcast back to the show this week to discuss Ubisoft's restructuring, the new Horizon multiplayer game announcement, and Valve's update on its upcoming hardware ventures.The Playlist:Mike:  Cyberpunk 2077. Elden Ring (Seamless mod), Nightreign, Space Warlord Baby Trading SimulatorChristian: Mario Tennis; Mario Power Tennis, Resident Evil Zero, PRAGMATA Sketchbook demoJeff: Cairn, Dwarves: Glory, Death, and LootParting gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Jill Grodt from Indie Informer back to the show this week to discuss the latest GDC developer survey, Google's AI video game creator, and the curious case of Highguard.The Playlist:Jill:  MIO: Memories In Orbit, Death Howl, TR-49, Cult of the Lamb: Woolhaven, Space Warlord Baby Trading Simulator, Christian: Chibi-Robo! Plug Into Adventure!Jeff: MIO: Memories in Orbit, No Rest For the Wicked Together patchParting Gifts!BONUS CONTENT: Interview with Will Powers from Pearl Abyss about their upcoming open-world adventure game, Crimson Desert.

Jeff and Christian welcome Imran Khan from Restart.run back to the show this week to discuss the latest Xbox Developer Direct featuring Fable and Forza Horizon 6, and Ubisoft's massive restructuring that led to game cancelations and delays.The Playlist:Imran:  Ace Attorney Investigations 2, Big HopsChristian: Dispatch episodes 3 and 4Jeff: Blightstone, Escape from Ever After, Hack & ClimbParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome video game youtuber Jakejames Lugo to the show this week to discuss Lego's Ocarina of Time set, new info about Resident Evil Requiem, the closure of top-tier VR gaming studios, and more!The Playlist:Jakejames:  Ball X Pit, Star Wars Outlaws (PS5), Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, Metroid Prime 4Christian: Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 edition, Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0Jeff: Galactic Glitch, DunecrawlParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Allen Brooks, founder of the Continues Arcade in Alexandria, Virginia back to the show this week to discuss the latest fundraising efforts of Awesome Games Done Quick, the hype building around The Division 3, and Machine Games tackling Wolfenstein 3 as thier next game.The Playlist:Allen: Expedition 33, Hades 2, Dungeons and Dragons the Tyrants EyeChristian: Dragon Quest VII Reimagined; Dragon Quest VII Fragments of the Forgotten PastJeff: Arc RaidersParting Gifts!Stick arouns after the episode for BONUS CONTENT!In partnership with Nvidia, Jeff and Christian interview Geforce Evangelist Jacob Freeman about all of Nvidia's CES 2026 tech announcements.

Jeff and Christian welcome Ashley Esqueda back to the show this week to discuss the potential for more gaming hardware price increases in 2026, a new Silent Hill game every year, and modders changing Breath of the Wild into a first-person VR game!The Playlist:Ashley: Yakuza 0, Hades II Christian: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond; Backbone ProJeff: Arc Raiders, Dunecrawl. Nex PlaygroundTabletop Time:Ashley: Let's Hit Each Other With Fake Swords, Exploding Kittens: The Board Game, Taco Cat Goat Cheese PizzaChristian: That Escalated QuicklyJeff:  Five AliveParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian celebrate their 12th full year of DLC, and kick off their 13th in style, by bringing Lana Bachynski back for the annual predictions episode! Together, they look back at their predictions from last year, RECKONING with the results, and then look forward to all the big games they hope are coming in 2025, including Grand Theft Auto VI, Marvel's Wolverine, 007 First Light, Resident Evil: Requiem, Fable, and more!They end the episode by stepping back out on the limb for their BOLD and COOL RANCH Predictions for 2026!

As is the yearly tradition, Jeff and Christian welcome their friend Anthony Taormina from Gamerant.com to talk through the biggest news stories of the year that was, and then share their personal Top 5 List of Favorites, plus 5 more Diamonds in the Rough. What will be the Official DLC Game of 2025?

Jeff and Christian welcome Joseph Moran from The Trophy Room podcast back to the show this week, to break down all of the huge reveals from this year's Game Awards, including two new Star Wars games, two new Tomb Raider games, a new Control, a new Divinity, and so much more!The Playlist:Joseph: Arc RaidersChristian: Terminator 2D: No FateJeff: Death HowlTabletop Time:Jeff: The Gang, Jibber Jabble, This Game is KillerParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Victor Lucas from EPTV back to the show this week to discuss an indie studio channeling Burnout unable to make it work, Netflix getting all of WB Games in its $82 billion purchase, and 50 upcoming VR games showcased.The Playlist:Vic: Octopath Traveler 0, Batman: The Animated Series GB on ModRetro Chromatic, Rogue Squadron N64 on Analogue 3D, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Metroid Prime 4, Expedition 33 Christian: Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls closed beta 2; Metroid Prime 4: Beyond; Ghost of YōteiVR Talk:Vic: Deadpool VR and Pistol WhipJeff: Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow, The Phoenix GeneParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Jacob Geller from MinnMax back to the show to discuss the latest in the Rockstar layoffs scandal, Sega's surprising sales numbers, Xbox's Cloud gaming boasts, and the announcement of a new series based on Far Cry.The Playlist:Jacob: Sektori, Lies of P: OvertureChristian: NFL Retro Bowl 26, What the ClashJeff: Marvel Cosmic Invasion, SektoriParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome freelance game journalist Sofia Hariz back to the show this week to discuss the Roblox CEO seemingly unable to answer like a human being, the first pictures from the Legend of Zelda movie, and so many great games announced at the newest Xbox Partner Showcase.The Playlist:Sofia: Still Wakes The Deep DLC, Arc RaidersChristian: Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword; Super Mario 3D LandJeff: Winter Burrow, KingdominoVR Talk:Jeff: Deadpool VR, Roboquest VR, Demeo x Dungeons & Dragons: BattlemarkedParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Russ Crandall from Retro Games Corps to the show this week to discuss Valve's latest foray into hardware, Netflix latest foray into gaming, and Sony's newest foray into the mobile market with their top-tier IP.The Playlist:Russ: Ball X Pit, N64 titles (Ocarina of Time, Banjo Kazooie)Christian: Dispatch episodes 1 and 2Jeff: Possessor(s), ForestrikeVR Talk:Russ: Half-Life AlyxJeff: Lumines Arise, Vampire Survivors VRParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Frank Barbiere, writer of the new Image comic book The Author Immortal, back to the show this week to discuss big, big delays to Grand Theft Auto VI and Marvel 1943 Ride of Hydra, Square Enix wanting to use AI for QA, and more!The Playlist:Frank: BallxPit, Trails in the Sky 1st, FF Tactics Remake, Rogue TraderChristian: Kirby Air Riders - Global Test Ride; The Simpsons x FortniteJeff: Skogdal, Dark Quest 4Tabletop Time:Frank: Old King’s Crown, Oath: New FoundationsJeff: Magical AthleteParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Sean Capri from Carpool Gaming to the show this week to discuss the indie games shown off at ID @ Xbox, Peter Berg directing the Call of Duty movie, Amazon laying off gaming staff to cancel development, and more!The Playlist:Sean: Ninja Gaiden 4, The Outer Worlds 2, Cronos: The New Dawn, Yooka ReplayleeChristian: AYN Thor; Super Mario 3D LandJeff: Outer Worlds 2, The Secret of Weepstone demo, Death by ScrollingParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Brendon Bigley from Into the Aether back to the show this week to discuss the announcement of Halo: Campaign Evolved, Sarah Bond's classification of the next Xbox as 'premium', Switch 2 AAA ports, and more!The Playlist:Brendon: Ball x Pit, Absolum, Q-Up, Pokemon Legends Z-AChristian: ARC Raiders server slam, NBA2K26 Arcade EditionJeff: Ball X Pit, AbsolumParting Gifts!

With Jeff out on vacation, Christian welcomes developers and friends, Alex Sulman and Daanish Syed to the show this week to discuss Quantic Dream's upcoming multiplayer game, the Horizon: Zero Dawn movie coming in 2027, the passing of an industry legend, and more!The Playlist:Alex: Keeper, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, Ghost of Tsushima, Lego VoyagersDaanish: Ghost of Yōtei, The Midnight Walk, Slots and DaggersChristian: Ghost of Yōtei,  Pokémon Legends: Z-AParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Brian Shea from Game Informer magazine back to the show this week to discuss Nintendo's bizarre Pikmin short, Xbox's continued assurances that they are not leaving the hardware business, and Ubisoft's canceled Assassin's Creed game.The Playlist:Brian: Ghost of YōteiChristian: Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 beta, Marvel Cosmic Invasion demoJeff: Megabonk, Battlefield 6Parting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Daniel Bloodworth from Easy Allies to the show this week to discuss the huge price increase to Xbox Gamepass, the huge sale of EA to the Saudis, and huge amounts of ads for a free cloud gaming service.The Playlist:Daniel: Tokyo Game Show, Anata, Power Wash Simulator 2, Lego Party, CarimaraChristian: Hades II, Fortnite x Kpop Demon HuntersJeff: Cloverpit, finished Lego Voyagers, Lego Party, Sonic Racing: CrossworldsParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Kahlief Adams from Spawn on Me back to the show this week to discuss the announced pricing of the new Xbox handhelds, all of Sony's announcements from their patest State of Play, including Insomniac's Wolverine, and Xbox at Tokyo Game Show!The Playlist:Kahlief: Baby Steps, Yotei, Skate, Borderlands 4 Christian: Silent Hill f Jeff: Ghost of Yotei, Baby StepsParting Gifts!!

Jeff and Christian welcome Chris Plante from Post Games to the show this week to discuss the massive Six One Indie Showcase, featuring 40 unique games, a new study about inverting the Y-axis on your controls, and Netflix's animated Splinter Cell show.The Playlist:Chris: EclipsiumChristian: Dead as Disco demo, Lucid demo, Sheepherds! demo, GodsTV demoJeff: Lego VoyagersParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Lucy James from Gamespot back to the show this week to discuss the lengthy Nintendo Direct, including Mario 40th Anniversary reveals, Metroid rpime 4's release date, a new Fire Emblem, and more! Plus, Acclaim is back with nine new games.The Playlist:Lucy: Hell Is UsChristian: GeForce NOW RTX 5080Jeff: Borderlands 4Parting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Eric Warner from Mature Minded Gamers to discuss board games based on video games, Sony's latest State of Play about 007, the Call of Duty movie that will not be directed by Steven Spielberg, and more!The Playlist:Eric: March of Giants - Amazon Games Montreal, Noble Legacy - Studio 369, Discounty - Crinkle Cut Games, Grounded 2 - Obsidian Entertainment, Skull and Bones -Ubisoft Sigapore, Asheron’s Call Emulated Server - DragonMoonChristian: Shinobi: Art of Vengeance (directed by Ben Fiquet), Everybody’s Golf: Hot Shots (Zin Hasegawa - dev manager), Easy Come Easy Golf (headed by Masashi Muramori at Clap Hanz), Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants (game co-directed by Jerk Gustafsson & Axel Torvenius)Jeff: Hollow Knight: Silksong - Team CherryTabletop Time:GenCon 2025 in reviewParting Gifts!

Jeff and Christian welcome Janet Garcia from MinnMax back to the show to discuss the indie space in the wake of the Silksong announcement, Skate finally hitting early access, and a new rumor about Playstation going Switch.The Playlist:Janet: Slay the Spire, Time Flies, Persona 5 RoyalChristian: Shinobi: The Art of Vengeance, Gears of War: Reloaded, Destiny: Rising Jeff: Lumines Arise demo, Gears of War Reloaded, FretlessTabletop Time:Janet: Gloomhaven Jaws of the LionListener: Panda Spin, SpooktacularParting Gifts!

Daanish Syed joins Lana, Christian, and Jeff for a friendly competition where YOU can decide the winner! The Nintendo Handheld Draft! One game for each system, GameBoy, GameBoy Advance, Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS, and Switch - but taking a franchise game on any one system eliminates that entire franchise for every other player on every other system! Listen to the picks and decide who YOU think should win, then head to patreon.com/dlcpod to find the Poll to cast your vote!

Jeff and Christian welcome Adam Leonhardt from MegaDads back to the show this week to discuss a big Gamescom week in video games, including a surprise reveal of the Hollow Knight Silksong release date. And it's soon! Plus, AYN announces new handhelds, and Nintendo has one of their strangest Directs yet, with Kirby Air Riders.The Playlist:Adam: Sword of the Sea, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Christian: Fumes, The Rogue Prince of Persia 1.0Parting Gifts!!

All month long, the Paid DLC Bonus Show will be available to everyone! If you like what you hear and want to support DLC, head to patreon.com/dlcpod to gain access to the entire back catalogue of Paid DLC and new episodes every Wednesday.Lana, Christian and Jeff discuss watching old movies, Lana's trip to Renfaire, looking back on now-times in 20 years, and YOUR opinions about staying up late vs early rising.

Jeff and Christian welcome Jenny Maas from Variety to the show this week to discuss BAFTA adding a North American video game award, Jurassic Park: Survival ending its radio silence, Mafia The Old Country getting an open world mode, Robolox sued, and more!The Playlist:Jenny: Hidden Door, Sims 4: Enchanted by Nature, Donkey Kong Bananaza, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Gamescom demos, MTGChristian: Ra Ra BOOM, Battlefield 6 open betaJeff: 9 Kings, Passant: A Chess RoguelikeParting Gifts!