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The Forecast
by The Horizon
Welcome to The Forecast, a bi-weekly podcast produced on Thursdays. Co-hosted by a community of people who love exploring and discussing all kinds of things from video games and board games to film and tv to our everyday life experiences. If you’d like to know more about what we do, you can follow us at facebook.com/thehorizonfb or you can check out our website at wearethehorizon.com.
Episodes
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The Forecast Ep. 240 | Leon, Meet Leon
On today’s episode #240, Capcom talks about their post-remake future where maybe young Leon will meet the old? Will there be time travel shenanigans? Who knows but somehow the remake and main series will "crossover". In our weekly layoff roundup we'll discuss Halo Studios' downfall and then we'll...
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The Forecast Ep. 239 | Coming Soon in Four Years
On today’s episode #239, Hot new Blizzard titles are on their way very soon™ and Nintendo has some big announcements as well. Sony makes yet another baffling decision and both Valve and Nvidia suffer some giant leaks. All that plus we talk about the biggest game of the week, Star Wars Zero Company.
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The Forecast Ep. 238 | The Big Walk
On today’s episode #238, Rockstar gets hit with massive leaks just days before their big premiere, Sony still doesn't know what their live service strategy should be, and Riot has some similar issues as 2XKO gets killed off far before expected. All that plus we talk about our Big Walk. You gotta...
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The Forecast Ep. 237 | Public Gone Private
On today’s episode #237, more video game companies are going private? That’s odd because having corporate share holders to be accountable to seems to be going so well for most devs these days. After solving capitalism we share our opinions on the new Spider-Man movie and then get into the nitty...
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The Forecast Ep. 236 | The RE-Ranking
On today’s episode #236, if you’ve been listening lately you’ll know some of us have recently played a lot of Resident Evil. We go over everyone’s Ranking of the RE games they’ve played and discuss why some of the titles stand the test of time and some… not so much. Also, Xbox has some…
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The Forecast Ep. 234 | Summer Games Fest 2026
On today’s episode #234, It’s Summer Games Fest! We talk about all the biggest announcements and surprises at notE3. We also follow up on our Destiny news with coverage of the Monument of Triumph update, the final content update the game will receive. Sprinkle in a bit of sad news about Paizo as...
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The Forecast Ep. 233 | Destiny's Final Shape
On today’s episode #233, we discus the shocking announcment from Bungie that Destiny 2 will be coming to an end and we get into the nitty gritty of the community backlash and civil war that’s spawned from that news. In other news, hardware prices continue to soar but don’t worry, Star Citizen has...
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The Forecast Ep. 232 | Who Am I Going to Ask If I Can't Ask Jeeves?
On today’s episode #232, we give a touching eulogy to our favorite digital butler who we all definitely knew was still around… right? Sony is in the news once again with some poor Bungie financials and Twilight Princess has been fully reverse engineered. All that plus Ben’s thoughts on Elden...
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The Forecast Ep. 230 | This is No Longer an Xbox
On today’s episode #230, this is no longer an Xbox, as Microsoft tries to scrub the failed marketing campaign from the web. Epic Games is facing some big layoffs as the post-covid games market continues to not hit expectations and there is once again drama over IGN’s reviews. We get into it as…
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The Forecast Ep. 229 | DLSS5 + DLSS5 + DLSSS + DLESSSSS
On today’s episode #229, DLSS 5 shows us how minor modifications can mildly enhance video game graphics, two games release with the same name, and marathon lands to critical acclaim. Plus, the Steam Spring Sale is happening and Ben has moved on to Eldenest Ring.
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The Forecast Ep. 228 | Microsoft Making Moves
On today’s episode #228, Microsoft is making moves. We talk about the Xbox leadership shake up and what it could mean for the future of the brand. On the heels of those changes they have also officially announced their next "console". What could that look like? Also, at the same time that Xbox...
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The Forecast Ep. 227 | The Rise and Fall of the Hero Shooter
On today’s episode #227, we check in on how the games industry is doing in 2026. Can't be too many layoffs yet, right? We also talk about Highguard's rough start, Deadlock's explosion in popularity with a new major update, and how Overwatch (sans-2) is trying to fight it's way back into the…
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The Forecast Ep. 225 | The Game Awards 2025
On today’s episode #225, we’ve been gone so we spend the entire episode talking about The Game Awards. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, Children are rioting in Russia, and Ben needs a haircut, so we’re deciding what he should get at the hairstylist.
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The Forecast Ep. 224 | In-Laws
On today’s episode #224, Valve goes wild with new hardware, Arc Raiders sits in 4th on steam charts, and the Horizon raises $4500 for extra life. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, Apple introduces the dumbest purse ever, and GTA VI delays, opening the door for indie studios to…
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The Forecast Ep. 223 | AI Everywhere
On today’s episode #223, Windows 10 officially dies, which begs the question, what is supporting the backend of Windows 11, Battlefield 6 returns to the basics, and Megabonk lands the GOTY title early. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, October is still chugging along for GOTY, and...
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The Forecast Ep. 222 | PoGo and the Needle Strings
On today’s episode #222, EA goes private, Game Pass suffers mass cancellations after price hikes, and Wolverine gets a trailer. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, October is a heavy hitter for GOTY, and Ben plays the unannounced sequel, Elden Thring.
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The Forecast Ep. 221 | TB50K
On today’s episode #221, Team Cherry finally delivers after a long hiatus, Gamescom has some huge announcements, and the video game world is shocked by more layoffs - this time at Bioshock 4. Plus, Marvel Rivals is ‘not a gooner game’, Ubisoft restricts family share, and Ben plays the unannounced...
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FLASHBACK Ep. 140 | Post-Extra Life Sadness
FLASHBACK Ep. 140 | Post-Extra Life Sadness With several members out this week and the huge popularity of the Battlefield 6 Open Beta this weekend I thought I would bring us back to our first thoughts on Battlefield 2042. I can say this conversation did not go the way I remember it. Alex gets...
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The Forecast Ep. 220 | Mario Kart Superfans
On today’s episode #220, Bungie releases the new Destiny story arc to mixed reviews, Splitgate 2 ‘unlaunches’ or whatever, and Intel plans more layoffs. Plus, EA plans to have 100 million players in Battlefield 6, Microsoft walks back prices in video games, and Ben plays the unannounced sequel to...
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The Forecast Ep. 219 | Chronologically, it's Lollapalooza
On today’s episode #219, companies be laying off more developers under the guise of restructuring, Caleb’s ‘Cultural Appropriation’ movie was a hit, the execs are in deep water with Subnautica 2. Plus, a new contender for best board game appears, Playstation State of Play shows new footage of…
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The Forecast Ep. 218 | Bungie Being Bungie
On today’s episode #218, I’m back so it isn’t a chaos cast, the controversy with Marathon continues, and Bungie does a good. Plus, video games are expensive again, it’s been exactly 28 years later, and Ben quits playing Elden Ring Nightreign.
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The Forecast Ep. 217 | Keigh-3 2025
On today’s episode #217, "The Search for More Money" is officially happening as Spaceballs 2 gets announced, more goes wrong with the troubled development of Marathon at Bungie, and Keigh-3 events have all but taken over our news cycle. Plus, Nightreign is finally here and we have another...
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The Forecast Ep. 216 | Lawsuits and Independent Ownership
On today’s episode #216, Polygon is approaching irrelevance by degrees as its vision lacks angles congruent to the market, Giant Bomb is somehow resuscitated at the last moment, and some big content drops in the DOOM universe. Plus, Clair Obscur lives on in our hearts and minds, and Ben sends...
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The Forecast Ep. 215 | Borderlands 3 Deep Dive
On today’s episode #215, Microsoft doubles down on price increases, multiple video game companies turn again to layoffs as a financial solution, and some big content drops. Plus, Alex takes a Borderlands 3 deep dive right on time and Ben sends updates as he plays Elden Ring Nightreign.
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FLASHBACK Ep. 180 | The Greatest Actor of Our Generation
Unfortunately we couldn't get everyone together to record this week. With the probable imminent drop of the Oblivion Remaster, I thought it might be appropriate to FLASHBACK to September 2023 so we could relive the discussion of Bethesda's latest open world RPG, Starfield. On today’s episode…
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The Forecast Ep. 214 | The Nintendo 2 Switch
On today’s episode #214, we got big news all around this week. Ubisoft making big changes, Marvel Rivals reveals, and the long awaited Nintendo Switch 2 gets a proper showcase. Plus, we’re sad Aaron’s not here to talk about Khazan, and Alex finally finished FFVII Rebirth. Lets talk about that big...
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The Forecast Ep. 213 | Video Game Recombobulation
On today’s episode #213, Balatro wins again - this time amongst developers, the Oscars happens, and the Future Game Show happened but none of us watched it. Plus, Split Fiction is absolutely dominating the GOTY list so far, recombobulate is not a word, and Ben beat the Elden Ring DLC.
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The Forecast Ep. 211 | Overwatch 2 is Back?
On today’s episode #211, Marvel Rivals hits a major milestone, Valve is being Valve again by giving away the TF2 Source Code and targeted bans, and things are happening in Overwatch 2? Plus, quantum computing, nVidia 50 series delays, issues, and problems, and Ben beat Elden Ring while he was in...
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The Forecast Ep. 210 | Veilguard is the Worst Game of 2024
On today’s episode #210, we talk about our Game of the Year list to see if we’re still confident, the Multiverse was canceled, and studios try the Fantastic Four, again. Plus, Steam is making changes with early access, Resident Evil is Resident Eviling again, and, Ben beat Elden Ring while he was...
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The Forecast Ep. 209 | 2024 Game of the Year
On today’s episode special edition episode #209, we dive into the games we loved playing this year, talk about our most anticipated games for next year, and battle over our top 10 to ultimately crown one our 2024 Game of the Year.
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The Forecast Ep. 208 | NVIDIA + Movie Madness
On today’s episode #208, NVIDIA has some huge announcements at CES, Sonic 3 sets a record for its own franchise, and Ubisoft is somehow still valuable enough to buy. Plus, several new games that we definitely haven’t been waiting on were teased, Ben beat Elden Ring, and - of course - we’ve been...
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The Forecast Ep. 207 | DLC Nominee
On today’s episode #207, the Game Awards revealed their nominees, which blew up the internet, Steam has a new season pass policy, and Arcane, the final season comes out. Plus, we raised over 10k for Extra Life, Ben beat Elden Ring, and - of course - we’ve been playing games.
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The Forecast Ep. 206 | Zombie Jim
On today’s episode #206, more studios and teams were disbanded, Russia fines Google just a small amount of money, and one of the best board games you’ve never played gets another expansion. Plus, we mentally prepare for Extra Life Game Day(s), Ben beats Elden Ring, and - of course - we’ve been...
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The Forecast Ep. 205 | Age of Dragon Age
On today’s episode #205, a major security breach rocks the Pokémon world, Uzumaki faces some animation woes, and we might be breaking the new Steam Family Sharing system a bit. Plus Blizzard can't figure out what to do with Sombra, Dragon Age has taken over the cast, and - of course - we’ve been...
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FLASHBACK Ep. 108 | Hard Games, Weird Games, and SeqPrequels
Jake plays hard games. Aaron wants to discuss lawsuits and negative latency. Alex isn't ready for Alextime. Caleb talks events. Owen talks Charlize Theron.
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The Forecast Ep. 204 | PlayStation Miscalculations
On today’s episode #204, Some fresh lawsuits are brewing, Sony keeps shooting itself in the foot, and the future of destiny is... mobile? We have some previews for exciting tabletop RPG Ember and exciting video game RPG Dragon Age. Plus, we've been checking out Valve's not so secret new project,...
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FLASHBACK Ep. 18 | PETA, Re-Releases, and ESO
Flashback Episode 18: PETA, Re-Releases, and ESO
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The Forecast Ep. 203 | Gamescom + Fantasy Worlds
On today’s episode #203, Gamescom opens with some bangers and the studio behind Hi-Fi Rush is saved by an unlikely publisher.. Plus, we try out slay the spire, but in board game format, Ben misses the podcast because he can’t beat Margit, the Fell Omen, and - of course - we’ve been playing games.
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The Forecast Ep. 202 | Actually Zero Percent
On today’s episode #202, Borderlands the movie makes a splash in the box office, more bad news from video game realm, and Turkey takes a stance on Roblox of all things. Plus, Ben has prepared comments after beating all of Elden Ring, Chad ponders the phonetic spelling of spectre, and - of course…
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The Forecast Ep. 201 | The Era of 6v6 Hero Shooters Begins
On today’s episode #201, and Video Game developers are planning a strike due to familiar concerns, the IOC unanimously approves a sport that nobody thought would ever be recognized, and Twisters wrecks more than small towns in Oklahoma in the box office this weekend. Plus, Ben has prepared…
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The Forecast Ep. 200 | An Especially Not Special Episode
On today’s special episode #200, we have an especially lame episode for you full of nothing especially special, Japan is being Japan again and making the rest of the world look lame, and an animated film makes a splash in the summer of 2024. Plus, Game Pass makes some pricing adjustments, and…
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The Forecast Ep. 199 | Cyberpunk Steamdeck
On today’s episode #199, 2022’s game of the year drops a huge DLC (though not as huge as the base game), Dr Disrespect finally reveals why he was banned from Twitch in 2020, and some interesting news lands from Nintendo Direct. Plus, Steam rolls out new features for streamers, and - of course -...
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The Forecast Ep. 198 | Keigh3 2024
On today’s episode #198, Exciting updates in games industry layoffs, a new teaser for Arcane dropped, and we have some info about the show's future. Plus, we have the Summer Game Fest and an Xbox Showcase to go over, and - of course - we’ve been playing games.
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The Forecast Ep. 197 | Sony Batting a Thousand
On today’s episode #197, Sony does a dumb again and this time it’s a big one, Minecraft is coming to the big screen, and Furiosa bombs at the box office. Plus, League of Legends showcases an inexpensive skin, and - of course - we’ve been playing games.
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The Forecast Ep. 196 | It's All a Fiasco
On today’s episode #196, Netflix is really into live shows now, Helldivers and Sony play the TTRPG Fiasco, and Chad watches Nick Cage’s The Rock for the first time. Plus, a new secrets-filled Metroidvania lands at just the right time, Ben is preparing for a solo podcast, and - of course - we’ve...
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The Forecast Ep. 195 | Stupid Halo
On today’s episode #195, Catan dusts off an old title that is finally coming to life this summer, Take-Two is not unfamiliar with layoffs and changes, and the Escape from Tarkov dev team is in hot water with players at a really bad time. Plus, Dragon’s Dogma sales outpace Final Fantasy, Alan Wake...
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The Forecast Ep. 194 | Reminder: You Don't Own Anything
On today’s episode #194, Silksong creators are rude, but we’re still excited, Keanu Reeves lands his best role yet, and one of our favorite indie games of 2023 is getting a movie. Plus, Ubisoft is being Ubisoft again, Final Fantasy is underperforming and Cait is sad, and - of course - we’ve been...
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The Forecast Ep. 193 | Salt-Over-The-Shoulder Clown Face
On today’s episode #193, Amazon is not as artificially intelligent as expected, the CFPB is taking a look at transactions in video games, and a group of us went to PAX East. Also, Helldivers 2 war updates with Caleb, Crash goes indie, and - of course - we’ve been playing games.
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The Forecast Ep. 192 | For Democracy and Spice!
On today’s episode #192, Paul Atreides sees a narrow path, TikTok sees the beginnings of a ban in the US House of Representatives, and PS5 pro specs are leaked? Also, Helldivers are still uniting under the flag of liberty, D&D celebrates 50 years, and - of course - we’ve been playing games.
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FLASHBACK Ep. 17 | So Friggin' Strong
Flashback Episode 17: So Friggin' Strong
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to The Forecast, a bi-weekly podcast produced on Thursdays. Co-hosted by a community of people who love exploring and discussing all kinds of things from video games and board games to film and tv to our everyday life experiences. If you’d like to know more about what we do, you can follow us at facebook.com/thehorizonfb or you can check out our website at wearethehorizon.com.
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