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Support The Gaming Duo on Patreon for audio game reviews graded on the Kelvin Scale, plus free blog content:https://www.patreon.com/cw/TheGamingDuoDisney just confirmed a full hour-long "Deep Dive Into Kingdom Hearts" panel at D23 on August 15th and we don't think that's just a nostalgia reel.This week on The Gaming Duo, Kelvin and Rob dig deep into the speculation. Is a full hour too long for just a 25th-anniversary retrospective, or does that runtime all but guarantee new Kingdom Hearts 4 footage? Kingdom Hearts 3 got its Big Hero 6 reveal at a past D23 could history repeat itself, or is Disney saving the real news for Gamescom Opening Night Live just ten days later? We also debate whether D23 finally delivers a release window (even a vague one), how much classic Disney/Pixar world content we'll actually see given Quadratum's original, Tokyo-inspired setting, and which returning faces Luxord, Young Xehanort, or the masked figure who might be Vali from Dark Road are most likely to get fleshed out on stage. We even ask whether Kingdom Hearts 4 launching day-one on Switch 2 changes how big a showing this game needs.Plus, Square Enix's newly announced Kingdom Hearts Collection [I–III] heading to Switch 2, PS5, and Xbox Series consoles.Will Kingdom Hearts 4 finally get its release window? Let us know what you're hoping to see.🎙️ The Gaming Duo — Where Friendships Are Built Through Gaming.

https://www.patreon.com/c/TheGamingDuo Sony has confirmed physical disc production ends in January 2028, and this episode digs into why that's happening, who actually benefits from it financially, and what it costs the rest of us as gamers. Where Friendships Are Built Through Gaming.

Support the show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheGamingDuoThe price of being a gamer just went up again.This week on The Gaming Duo, Rockstar officially confirmed GTA 6 will cost $79.99 for the Standard Edition and $99.99 for the Ultimate Edition and the physical box won't have a disc in it. We break down what you're actually getting at each price tier, why locking five in-game shops and a side mission behind a $20 paywall has players heated, and whether Rockstar gets a pass that no other publisher would. Then we shift to the hardware side: Microsoft just announced its third Xbox price hike in 14 months, pushing the Series X to $799.99 and the Series S to $499.99. Add it all up console plus game and the cost of entry to play the biggest release of the generation is approaching $900. At what point does gaming stop being for everyone?Where Friendships Are Built Through Gaming.

🎮 Support The Gaming Duo on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPodFall 2026 might be the most stacked gaming season we've ever seen, and this week Kelvin and Rob are breaking down the entire lineup.This week on The Gaming Duo, we go month by month through every major release from September through December—from The Blood of Dawnwalker and Marvel's Wolverine to Control Resonant, Gears of War: E-Day, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, and the massive November 19 arrival of Grand Theft Auto 6.September 24 alone is a battlefield with Control Resonant, Silent Hill: Townfall, and Dragon Quest XI S all dropping the same day. October isn't slowing down either—Gears of War: E-Day on October 6, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, Kingdom Hearts Collection, Phantom Blade Zero, and more are all fighting for your time and wallet before GTA 6 shuts the industry down in November.We also dive into the latest GTA 6 news: pre-orders going live June 25, Trailer 3 hype, Rockstar's console-only launch strategy, and analysts projecting 45 million copies at launch. Plus, we rank our Top 5 most anticipated games of the fall and debate which titles are must-buys, which are wait-for-sale, and which are getting buried in the chaos.How do you survive the most stacked fall in gaming history? And is GTA 6 the reason September and October are this packed?🎙️ The Gaming Duo — Where Friendships Are Built Through Gaming.

🎮 Support The Gaming Duo on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPodSummer Showcase Season is officially here, and we're putting the biggest gaming events of the year head-to-head.This week on The Gaming Duo, Kelvin and Rob rank the PlayStation State of Play, Summer Game Fest 2026, and the Xbox Games Showcase to determine which presentation delivered the most hype, surprises, and must-play games.From God of War: Laufey, Marvel's Wolverine, and Tomb Raider on PlayStation, to Resident Evil: Veronica, Final Fantasy VII: Revelation, and Alien: Isolation 2 at Summer Game Fest, and Xbox's massive lineup featuring Gears of War: E-Day, Halo: Campaign Evolved, Fable, Persona 6, and more—we break down the biggest announcements and crown an overall winner.Which showcase exceeded expectations? Which one left us wanting more? And what games are now at the top of our most anticipated lists?Join us as we grade every showcase, debate the biggest reveals, and settle the ultimate question: Who won Summer Showcase Season 2026?🎙️ The Gaming Duo — Where Friendships Are Built Through Gaming.

This week on The Gaming Duo, we are not doing another predictions list. We are making cases. Tony Joins Kelvin and discusses what we may or may not see at Playstation State of Play. Instead of telling you what we think shows up, we are telling you what it MEANS if it does. From a potential Lies of P 2 world premiere to the end of PlayStation PC ports hiding inside a Wolverine reveal, we break down every pick with the angle nobody else is taking.Plus, Summer Game Fest week is bigger than just Geoff Keighley's stage, and we play the game nobody else is playing this week: not just what games show up, but WHERE they land. Does Final Fantasy VII Part 3 go to State of Play or SGF? Does Witchbrook drop at Wholesome Direct or the Xbox Showcase? Does Star Wars Eclipse finally resurface after five years of silence, and if so, on whose stage? We assign every missing game a home and defend the pick.All that and more, where friendships are built through gaming.🎮 Support us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

This week on The Gaming Duo, we ask if Gears of War E-Day will actually launch with both a full single player campaign AND a full multiplayer suite day one, or if even Gears is about to give up on the complete AAA package. With the E-Day Direct just two weeks away, can The Coalition pull off what the rest of the industry has basically stopped trying to do?Plus, Bungie is reportedly planning another round of layoffs, ending Destiny 2 updates, and going all in on Marathon with no Destiny 3 greenlit. Epic announces Unreal Engine 6 with a Rocket League trailer, and we get into what all of this says about where AAA is heading.All that and more, where friendships are built through gaming.This week on The Gaming Duo, we ask why Xbox still can’t win Game of the Year — even with Forza Horizon 6 landing a 92 on Metacritic. Is the industry biased against Xbox, or do racing games simply never get the same respect as cinematic AAA titles?Plus, Xbox officially becomes “XBOX,” two new controllers leak, and we discuss what all of this means for the future of the brand.All that and more, where friendships are built through gaming.This week on The Gaming Duo, we ask why Xbox still can’t win Game of the Year — even with Forza Horizon 6 landing a 92 on Metacritic. Is the industry biased against Xbox, or do racing games simply never get the same respect as cinematic AAA titles?Plus, Xbox officially becomes “XBOX,” two new controllers leak, and we discuss what all of this means for the future of the brand.All that and more, where friendships are built through gaming.🎮 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

This week on The Gaming Duo, we ask why Xbox still can’t win Game of the Year — even with Forza Horizon 6 landing a 92 on Metacritic. Is the industry biased against Xbox, or do racing games simply never get the same respect as cinematic AAA titles?Plus, Xbox officially becomes “XBOX,” two new controllers leak, and we discuss what all of this means for the future of the brand.All that and more, where friendships are built through gaming.🎮 Support us on Patreon: ⁠https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

What if GTA VI changes the price of gaming forever? On Episode 284, Kelvin and Rob dive into the biggest debate in the industry right now: will Rockstar actually charge $80 for GTA VI and what happens if they do? With Take-Two, Wall Street analysts, and even Nintendo helping push gaming toward a new pricing era, we break down whether gamers will accept it, who gets hurt most if $80 becomes the standard, and if Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus become even more important because of it.Plus: Nintendo shocks the internet with a surprise Star Fox Direct, bringing the franchise back with a remake of Star Fox 64 that has fans seriously divided. Are the new character designs a bold reinvention… or nightmare fuel? And speaking of Nintendo, the company officially raised the Switch 2 price to $500 but unlike Sony and Microsoft, they actually apologized. Does that goodwill matter, or is gaming just becoming too expensive across the board?This, and SO much more, on Episode 284 of The Gaming Duo where friendships are built through gaming.🎮 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

What if Game Pass never existed? On Episode 283, Kelvin and Rob go down a rabbit hole into one of the great "what ifs" in modern gaming. Picture an alternate 2017 where Phil Spencer never launches Game Pass, Xbox doubles down on exclusives, and Halo, Starfield, Indiana Jones, and post-acquisition Call of Duty all stay locked to the green box. Does Xbox close the gap on PlayStation? Does Sony have to answer the bell? Or was multiplatform always the only real path forward? We debate both sides — and ask the bigger question: is Xbox's problem strategy, or execution?Plus: what we've been playing and the usual chaos.This, and SO much more, on Episode 283 of The Gaming Duo — where friendships are built through gaming.🎮 Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

This week on The Gaming Duo, Xbox is making some of its biggest changes in years — and we’re breaking it all down with special guest Samurai Kibiji.New gaming CEO Asha Sharma lays out a bold mission for Xbox, focused on daily active players, affordability, and a more connected ecosystem across console, PC, and cloud. But with that comes some big questions… including whether Xbox is finally reconsidering its stance on exclusives.On top of that, Game Pass gets a major price cut — but not without a catch. Call of Duty is officially leaving day-one availability, marking a huge shift in strategy after years of being the service’s biggest selling point.Is this Xbox course-correcting… or still trying to figure itself out?We dive into all of it — what this means for the future of Xbox, whether Game Pass is still worth it, and if this is the start of a true identity shift for the brand.Check out Samurai Kibiji here: https://www.youtube.com/@SamuraiKibijiCheck out our Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

Check out Onix from The Gaming Resume: https://www.youtube.com/@ThegamingresumeThis week on The Gaming Duo, Kelvin is out on vacation, so Rob is joined by special guest Onix from The Gaming Resume for a deep dive into one of gaming’s biggest questions right now — do we actually own our games anymore?From the decline of physical media to the rise of digital libraries and cloud gaming, we break down what “ownership” really means in 2025. Are discs becoming collector’s items? Is convenience killing preservation? And what happens to your games when servers shut down?We also discuss:The shift from physical to digital and what it means for gamersSubscription services like Game Pass and the “rent vs. own” debateThe growing problem of game preservationWho’s doing it right when it comes to protecting gaming historyAll that and more on this week’s episode of The Gaming Duo — where friendships are built through gaming.Please consider supporting The Gaming Duo on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/cw/GamingDuoPod

🎙️ The Side Project Podcasthttps://linktr.ee/sideprojektpodcastThis week on The Gaming Duo, we’re joined by a very special guest — Chazzy from The Side Project Podcast — for a full spoiler cast on the Super Mario Bros. Galaxy movie. Did Nintendo deliver something truly special, or did they play it a little too safe?We break down everything: our expectations going in, the full plot, standout characters and cameos, and whether this movie works as just a fun family film or something more. We also spotlight The Cosplay Awards, a brand-new celebration of the cosplay community that Chazzy is helping bring to life.All that, final grades, and more on this episode of The Gaming Duo — where friendships are built through gaming.

This week on The Gaming Duo, Nintendo might be building something big. With Fox McCloud showing up in the Super Mario Galaxy movie, the idea of a Nintendo Cinematic Universe suddenly feels real.On top of that, a trusted insider drops major leaks—Star Fox returning, a full Ocarina of Time remake, and no new 3D Mario until 2027.Meanwhile, Sony shocks everyone (again) by raising PS5 prices, with the PS5 Pro nearing $900… yeah, it’s getting wild.But in a surprising twist, Nintendo lowers digital game prices—so who’s really winning right now?We break it all down, plus what we’ve been playing and more.The Gaming Duo — where friendships are built through gaming.Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GamingDuoPod

Episode 278 of The Gaming Duo features special guest The Googinator, diving into his cosplay journey and how gaming shapes his creations.We also break down the massive Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer, discuss the debate around NVIDIA DLSS 5, and ask whether Crimson Desert is a hit or a miss.All that plus what we’ve been playing.The Gaming Duo — where friendships are built through gaming.Linktree: https://linktr.ee/GamingDuoPodThe Googinator: https://www.instagram.com/the_googinator/

This week on The Gaming Duo, Kelvin and Rob dive into their full review of Resident Evil Requiem. From the story and new protagonist to the gameplay, combat, and atmosphere, we break down what Capcom got right — and the one area where the game may overstay its welcome.We discuss our first impressions jumping into the game, whether the narrative delivers, and how East Raccoon City impacts the overall pacing. Plus, does the RE Engine continue to impress on PS5, and where does Requiem rank among the modern Resident Evil titles?linktree: https://linktr.ee/GamingDuoPod

This week on The Gaming Duo, Bungie’s long-awaited extraction shooter Marathon has officially launched — and the internet already has strong opinions. We break down our first impressions of the gameplay, the day-one player numbers, and the microtransaction controversy that had the community up in arms. More importantly, Bungie responded within days with changes and fixes. Is that a good sign for the game’s future, or is Marathon already fighting an uphill battle in a post-Concord world?Then we shift to a massive industry shake-up: Xbox has officially confirmed its next-gen console, Project Helix. The big twist? It reportedly runs Windows, supports Steam and other PC storefronts, and may blur the line between console and gaming PC entirely. Is this the bold reinvention Xbox needs, or proof that the traditional console model is changing?We also discuss:Whether Marathon’s launch numbers are actually strongIf the extraction shooter market can support multiple big gamesWhat a Windows-powered Xbox means for the future of consolesEarly price predictions and concerns for Project HelixAll that plus our weekly gaming segment.

This week on The Gaming Duo, we share our initial impressions of Resident Evil 9: Requiem, breaking down the gameplay, story, tone, and where it ranks among past entries in the series.We also discuss the official reveal of Pokémon Wind and Pokémon Wave and what Gen 10 could mean for the future of the franchise following Scarlet and Violet.Plus, we react to the first look at Amazon’s God of War series and talk about whether the adaptation can capture what made the 2018 game so impactful.Episode 275 starts now.Discord Link: https://discord.gg/DDr9ARRDKZ

This week on The Gaming Duo, we break down major changes across the gaming industry.Phil Spencer retires after 38 years at Microsoft, and Sarah Bond exits Xbox. Microsoft names Asha Sharma, formerly an AI and platform executive, as the new CEO of Microsoft Gaming, with Matt Booty stepping into the role of Chief Content Officer. We discuss what this transition means for Xbox’s future, the direction of console and Game Pass, and how realistic Sharma’s early commitments are.We also cover Sony’s decision to shut down Bluepoint Games, the studio behind Demon’s Souls (PS5) and Shadow of the Colossus. What led to the closure, and what does it signal about PlayStation’s broader strategy?A big week for industry leadership and studio changes Gaming Duo Discord: https://discord.gg/X8ZAEREkGh

Episode 273 of The Gaming Duo is here—and we’re breaking down the aftermath of the February 2026 PlayStation State of Play with special guest The Friday Night Game Cast’s Nik. From hype reveals to absolutely unhinged hot takes, we give our full, unfiltered reactions to everything Sony showed and what it means for PlayStation’s future.We dive deep into the biggest announcements, including Kena: Scars of Kosmora, the cinematic reveal of an untitled John Wick game from Saber Interactive, and the return of gothic 2D action with Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse. The discussion keeps rolling with Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the newly dated 007 First Light, and Sony’s massive confirmation of a full God of War Trilogy Remake.And of course, we react to the surprise shadow drop of God of War: Sons of Sparta, available right now, and debate whether this smaller-scale Kratos story hits as hard as the mainline entries.Hosted by Kelvin Rolon and Rob Garcia, with guest Nik, this episode is packed with reactions, debates, and takes you’ll definitely want to argue about.🎮 Episode 273 starts… NOW.Friday Night GameCast: https://linktr.ee/FridayNightGamecastGaming Duo Discord: https://discord.gg/Y6fb7xjj4V

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re gearing up for PlayStation’s State of Play on February 12, 2026, and breaking down everything we expect to see—joined by special guest and honorary third member of the show, Samurai Kibiji.We discuss what PlayStation has confirmed so far, including the focus on third-party and indie titles, potential updates from PlayStation Studios, and over an hour of announcements and gameplay. Then we dive into our predictions and wish list, touching on titles like Wolverine, Kingdom Hearts IV, the next Final Fantasy VII, Intergalactic, and some hopeful Bloodborne talk.Whether you’re watching live or catching the highlights after, this episode gets you ready for everything PlayStation might have in store.Gaming Duo Discord Server: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2Samurai Kibiji Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@SamuraiKibiji

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re joined by Nik Hagialas, Co-Owner and Lead Artist at Red Essence Games, to talk all about their debut hand-painted action RPG, Traveler’s Refrain.With over a decade of experience working on projects for Disney, Dungeons & Dragons, and Fantasy Flight Games, Nik breaks down how Traveler’s Refrain came to life — from its earliest inspirations to years of development between longtime friends. We dive into the game’s standout song-casting mechanic, where music drives both combat and world interaction, and how that idea evolved throughout development.To wrap things up, Nik answers our signature Gaming Duo questions, shares what he’s playing right now, and offers advice for aspiring indie developers.🎮 Traveler’s Refrain is available now on Steam redessencegames.comPurchase Travelers Refrain here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2679660/Travelers_Refrain/ Be part of the Gaming Duo Community by joining our discord server: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we dive deep into Traveler’s Refrain, the music-driven action RPG from Red Essence Games that blends combat, melody, and melancholy into a surprisingly powerful indie experience. Wielding a magical bouzouki, Traveler’s Refrain asks a bold question: what if music wasn’t just atmosphere but the heart of gameplay, storytelling, and self-discovery?We break down how song-casting works in combat and exploration, whether the music mechanics feel meaningful or gimmicky, and how the game balances rhythm-adjacent action without becoming a full rhythm game. From its atmospheric world design and light puzzle-solving to its emotional themes of memory, loss, and longing, we discuss who this game is really for and why its smaller scope may actually be its greatest strength.We also dig into the game’s minimalist storytelling approach, pacing, and overall length, along with its biggest strengths and shortcomings. Plus, we wrap things up with our recommendation and final score.If you love emotionally driven indie games like Transistor, Hyper Light Drifter, or Death’s Door, this is one journey you won’t want to miss.Discord link: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we break down everything shown at Xbox Developer Direct 2026—and yeah, this one actually hit. From a full gameplay deep dive on Fable to Forza Horizon 6 finally heading to Japan, we go game by game through Xbox’s most focused showcase yet.We talk big surprises like Beast of Reincarnation from Game Freak, Double Fine’s wonderfully weird Kiln, and whether Xbox’s gameplay-first approach signals real momentum heading into 2026. Plus, we dig into High Guard—what it is, how it could launch, and whether it’s a sleeper hit in the making.On the news side, we unpack Ubisoft canceling multiple projects, including Prince of Persia, and what that says about the company’s future, legacy IPs, and creative risk-taking.Is Xbox finally delivering on its promises? Which game stole the show? And how important is 2026 for Xbox’s future?Episode 270 starts… NOW.Discord Link: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we go all-in on Capcom’s explosive Resident Evil 9: Requiem showcase and what it means for the future of the franchise. From Leon’s brutal new combat style and dynamic stealth gameplay to unsettling zombies with human personalities and a mysterious scar that could change everything, we break down the biggest reveals and ask: could this be the best Resident Evil yet?We also react to reports of a Resident Evil: Code Veronica remake, discuss major casting news with Ryan Hurst stepping into the role of Kratos for Amazon’s God of War series and Sophie Turner becoming the new Lara Croft in Tomb Raider, and cover the surprising shutdown of Amazon’s MMO New World. Plus, we break down the newly revealed Lego Ocarina of Time set.Discord Link: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we break down Xbox’s Developer Direct 2026 and what it tells us about which games could actually launch this year. We also react to leaked Steam Machine pricing that suggests a premium push from Valve, and dive into ongoing GTA 6 delay rumors as confidence in its 2026 release date gets tested.Rate and review the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and join our Discord—where friendships are built through gaming.Discord link: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we break down the games we’re most hyped for in 2026, discuss why graphics cards are about to get a lot more expensive, and react to rumors that The Witcher 3 could be getting surprise new content nearly a decade later.Rate and review the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and join our Discord—where friendships are built through gaming. Discord: https://discord.gg/vVMudTUhhttps://discord.gg/vVMudTUh

This week on The Gaming Duo, we dive into one of the most heated debates in gaming right now: generative AI. Following the Expedition 33 awards controversy, we break down why its Indie Game Awards wins were rescinded, how AI was used during development, and what this means for the future of awards and transparency in the industry. We also discuss Larian Studios’ response after CEO Swen Vincke addressed backlash over AI use for early ideation — and where the line should be drawn between innovation and creative integrity.Plus, the gaming news you need to know, including Bungie’s Marathon losing its senior art director and Hollow Knight: Silksong receiving a major free DLC expansion.If you’re enjoying the show, leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and join our Discord community, where friendships are built through gaming.Join The Gaming Duo Discord Server:https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we break down The Game Awards 2025 — the biggest reveals, hype moments, and whether this year’s show actually delivered. From surprise announcements to standout trailers, we cover what worked, what didn’t, and how this TGA stacks up against past years.We also look ahead to the games we’re most excited for in 2026, including which announcements instantly jumped to the top of our hype lists.Plus, the gaming news you need to know, featuring major updates from Star Wars, Tomb Raider, Resident Evil, Pragmata, Diablo IV, and more.If you’re enjoying the show, leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and join our Discord community, where friendships are built through gaming.Join The Gaming Duo Discord Server: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re revealing our top 3 games of 2025 — with one rule: no Expedition 33. What surprised us? What stood out? And which games defined our year?We also dive into our first impressions of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and review Dispatch from ad-Hoc Studios — breaking down what hits, what misses, and whether it's worth your playtime.Plus, the gaming news you need to know:Netflix’s $82.7B purchase of Warner Bros DiscoveryThe mysterious Game Awards statue everyone’s trying to decodeIf you’re enjoying the show, leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and join our Discord community.Join the Gaming Duo Discord Server: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re skipping the news and going all-in on our Game Awards 2025 predictions. Rob and Kelvin break down the biggest categories, share their picks, debate surprises and snubs, and talk about which games truly deserve the spotlight.We also give our quick thoughts on the new Tides of Annihilation: “Break the Mirror” trailer.If you’re enjoying the show, don’t forget to leave us a review and join our Discord community, where friendships are built through gaming.Join our discord: https://discord.gg/B7YYMvZtZ2

This week on The Gaming Duo — Valve officially steps into the console arena with the new Steam Machine, Black Ops 7 requires a constant online connection (even in single-player…), and early Metroid Prime 4 previews have longtime fans raising eyebrows.We’ve got all that and so much more… Episode 261 starts NOW.We’re your hosts Rob (@RidicRob) and Kelvin (@Foxphotons), and this week we’re joined by a very special guest: Kayla from JK! Games, cohost of Drop In Drop Out and Clickerbait, their Last of Us TV series podcast. Make sure to check out Jerica, Josh, and Kayla over at JK! Games here:👉 https://linktr.ee/jkgames

This week on The Gaming Duo, Sony makes moves with cloud gaming and PC cross buy. Is Sony following in Microsoft's footsteps? GTA 6 gets delayed AGAIN alongside Marvel 1943 and Halo Infinite's 10-year plan comes to an unexpected end. Plus, we discuss the Sony State of Play Japan and what this means for future State of PlaysThis week Tony (@SamuraiKibiji) co host alongside Kelvin (@Foxphotons)!💬 Join the conversation on Discord:⁠https://discord.gg/SpRM56Da⁠

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re talking about what might be the most stacked Game of the Year lineup ever. From Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 to Hollow Knight: Silksong, 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most competitive years in gaming — but which title truly deserves the crown?We’re joined by Danny Peña, returning guest and host of Gamertag Radio, along with first-time guest Parris Lilly! Together, we break down our top GOTY contenders, share favorite moments from this year in gaming, and talk about what makes a true Game of the Year standout.💬 Join the conversation on Discord:https://discord.gg/SpRM56Da🎧 Check out Gamertag Radio:https://open.spotify.com/show/06iGnWl5EnkJktsKhSNeAQ🎙️ And don’t miss Danny’s latest interview with Tetsuya Mizuguchi, creator of Lumines Arise:https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HRTyYNUNZOX8TBMb9hO1S

This week on The Gaming Duo, Halo finally breaks free from Xbox coming to PlayStation 5. We’re joined once again by Tony, aka Samurai Kibiji, to navigate what this massive move means for both Xbox and PlayStation’s futures.We also dive into the rumored Battlefield 6 battle royale mode that could launch this week and discuss Xbox President Sarah Bond’s bold statement that exclusives are officially outdated.Strap in Episode 258 of The Gaming Duo starts now!🎮 Topics this week:Halo Campaign Evolved heads to PS5 the Unreal Engine 5 remake we never thought we’d seeBattlefield 6’s rumored Battle Royale mode arriving soonXbox says “the idea of exclusives is antiquated” what does that mean for gaming’s future?💬 Join the conversation on Discord⁠https://discord.gg/Au2B4ATtCheck out Samurai Kibiji's content https://www.youtube.com/@SamuraiKibiji

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re asking the big question — are we witnessing the end of traditional gaming consoles? With Xbox blurring the line between console and PC, Sony embracing PC ports, and Nintendo standing firm in the hardware space, could this be the start of a major industry shift?We also dive into the first reviews for the Xbox ROG Ally, explore the lasting legacy of Tomonobu Itagaki, the legendary creator behind Ninja Gaiden and Dead or Alive, and touch on new updates around Battlefield 6’s naval warfare content and concerns about the future of Call of Duty under Xbox.Strap in — Episode 257 of The Gaming Duo starts now!🎮 Topics this week:Will consoles disappear in favor of PC gaming?Xbox ROG Ally review roundupRemembering Itagaki-san and his impact on Team NinjaBattlefield 6’s upcoming naval warfare contentConcerns from a former Call of Duty director about Xbox’s leadership💬 Join the conversation on Discord and follow us on social to stay part of The Gaming Duo community — where friendships are built through gaming.https://discord.gg/Au2B4ATt

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re joined by the gentlemen from Play Along Pod! Together, we dive into one of the biggest questions in gaming right now — should PlayStation’s next console be more like a PC? With Mark Cerny hinting at AMD tech powering the future of PlayStation, we discuss what a PS6 could look like and what it means for console gaming as a whole.Plus, we break down the explosive launch of Battlefield 6, talk major updates coming to Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, the departure of a long-time Halo art director, and the official confirmation of Mortal Kombat 3.Friendships are built through gaming — so rate, review, and join our growing community on Discord.https://discord.gg/kjzPcSrB🎙️ Featuring:https://linktr.ee/PlayAlongPodcast🎮 Hosts: Kelvin Rolon (@Foxphotons) & Rob Garcia (@Ridicrob)

This week on The Gaming Duo, Rob and Kelvin share their most controversial gaming takes — from overrated classics to industry opinions that might stir the pot.We also break down the biggest news in gaming, including:Xbox raising Game Pass prices yet again, with new tiers and features.EA revealing the Battlefield 6 Season 1 roadmap packed with new maps, modes, and weapons.Halo Studios preparing a deep dive into the future of the Halo franchise later this month.Plus, updates on Hades 2, Rob’s progress on Silksong, and more from around the industry.Hosted by Kelvin Rolon (@FoxPhotons) and Rob Garcia (@Ridicrob), The Gaming Duo is the talk show where friendships are built through gaming.Follow and subscribe on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube — and join our Discord community to be part of the conversation.Join our Discord server-Here

This week on The Gaming Duo, it’s all about Xbox! We’re joined by returning guests Nick (Friday Night Game Cast) and Tony (Samurai Kibiji) to break down Xbox’s big Tokyo Game Show showcase, the long-awaited ROG Xbox Ally pricing, and what this means for the future of Xbox consoles and handhelds. Plus, we share our thoughts on the latest PlayStation State of Play and other major gaming news you won’t want to miss.Check out Friday Night Gamecast here: https://linktr.ee/FridayNightGamecastCheck out Samurai Kibiji here:https://www.youtube.com/@SamuraiKibijiJoin our discord server:https://discord.gg/gw3exyGGhttps://discord.gg/gw3exyGG

This week on The Gaming Duo we’re doing something special: our very first in-person episode! Rob and Kelvin sit down face-to-face to talk games, industry news, and the stuff that matters to you, the gamers.Kelvin beat Sword of the Sea and Hades, while Rob is deep into Hollow Knight: Silksong. With Team Cherry’s recent patch addressing balance and economy issues, we debate whether Silksong hits the right balance between challenge and accessibility, why the devs made it tougher (Hornet’s speed and toolkit), and whether dialing difficulty down changes the team’s creative vision.We also spotlight overlooked 2025 releases that came and went, and break down the big news: Microsoft is raising Xbox console prices in the U.S. again.If you’re enjoying the episode, please rate us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, drop a review, and follow us on social. Join The Gaming Duo community on Discord where friendships are built through gaming.Join our discord server here:https://discord.gg/fGE25PGt

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re breaking down everything from the latest Nintendo Direct—from the Super Mario Galaxy movie announcement to new games like Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Mario Tennis Fever, and the long-awaited release date for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.Kelvin also shares his hands-on impressions of the Killswitch case for Switch 2, while Rob can’t stop diving deeper into Hollow Knight: Silksong. Plus, we chat about big news like Final Fantasy VII Remake Trilogy heading to Switch 2 and Xbox, Pokémon’s next steps, and even some fresh DLC surprises.Whether you’re hyped about Mario, Metroid, or just want the inside scoop on what’s next for Nintendo, this episode’s packed with all the reactions and insights you need.💬 Join The Gaming Duo community on Discord:⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/veKE94Jw⁠⁠⁠👉 Enjoying the show?Please leave us a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. It really helps us out and keeps the gaming conversations going.

This week on The Gaming Duo, Rob (@Ridicrob) and Kelvin (@foxphotons) are back with another packed episode! Kelvin finally beats Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater and we dive deep into what’s next for the franchise—should Konami keep remaking classics like MGS1 and MGS4, or is it time for a brand-new entry in the series?Meanwhile, Rob jumps into Hollow Knight: Silksong, which hit stores with such force that it crashed storefronts on launch day. We’ll also cover the latest gaming headlines, including Tetsuya Nomura’s big updates on Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 and Kingdom Hearts 4, plus news of the PS5 Digital Edition getting a quiet storage downgrade.💬 Join The Gaming Duo community on Discord:⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/veKE94Jw⁠⁠👉 Enjoying the show?Please leave us a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. It really helps us out and keeps the gaming conversations going.

This week on The Gaming Duo, we’re breaking down the latest reports about the PlayStation 6 and the possibility of Sony returning to handheld gaming with a Switch-style device. We also share our impressions of Lost Soul Aside after spending time with the demo, and dig into what Xbox’s move to bring Cloud Gaming to lower Game Pass tiers could mean for the future.On top of that, we talk about the slow rollout of Switch 2 dev kits, the buzz around Skate’s early access, and clear up the rumors about Capcom’s Pragmata.Hosts Kelvin (@foxphotons) and Rob (@ridicrob) bring you the news, opinions, and speculations that matter most to gamers.💬 Join The Gaming Duo community on Discord:⁠⁠https://discord.gg/veKE94Jw⁠👉 Enjoying the show?Please leave us a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. It really helps us out and keeps the gaming conversations going.

Rob is back from his honeymoon and ready to dive into the biggest gaming news! This week, The Gaming Duo breaks down our favorite announcements from Gamescom 2025, including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7, Hollow Knight: Silksong, Resident Evil Requiem, Xbox’s handheld reveal, and much more. Plus, Rob shares what he’s been playing and we cover some exciting collabs like Helldivers 2 x Halo ODST. Tune in for all the major reveals, gaming discussions, and community fun you don’t want to miss!

This week on The Gaming Duo is all about Hopes and Dreams!Kelvin @Foxphotons brings in Tony @SamuraiKibiji to help host this week's episode!Main Topic: The 7 most anticipated announcements expected at Gamescom's Opening Night Live. (Our hopes and Dreams)Gaming News: A possible Halo crossover in Helldivers 2.News about David Hayter forgiving Hideo Kojima regarding Metal Gear Solid 5 voice actor replacement.Like, review, and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Join our Discord to share your hopes and dreams for Opinening Night Live!⁠https://linktr.ee/GamingDuoPod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

In this episode of The Gaming Duo, Rob (@ridicrob) and Kelvin (@foxphotons) look back at the biggest wins and most disappointing letdowns of 2025 so far. From surprising GOTY contenders to major IP cancellations, massive layoffs, art plagiarism scandals, and new hardware announcements, we cover the good, the bad, and the downright ugly shaping the gaming year.We also dive into the latest on Battlefield 6, including the controversial addition of bots to multiplayer, the return of fan-favorite maps, and DICE’s update roadmap. Plus, we break down the news of Microsoft halting development on Avalanche Studios’ Contraband, Metal Gear Solid Delta’s upcoming “Fox Hunt” multiplayer mode, and the Hell is Us demo release date.Like, review, and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Join our Discord to share your own 2025 gaming highs and lows with us!https://linktr.ee/GamingDuoPod?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=ef56aeb5-6e9c-4d5b-80ef-99bcd8771f73

In this episode of The Gaming Duo, Rob (@ridicrob) and Kelvin (@foxphotons) tackle the ever-growing problem every gamer faces: the backlog. Why do we keep adding games we never finish? Is it our fault, or is modern gaming to blame? We break it all down and share our own plans to finally take control of our game libraries.We also dive into the major reveal of Battlefield 6. After years of ups and downs, is this the return to form fans have been waiting for? We give our full thoughts on the multiplayer gameplay trailer and what it means for the series.Plus, we react to the official Darksiders 4 announcement and what excites us about seeing all four Horsemen together at last.Like, review, and subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Join our Discord to talk games and backlog battles with us!

On this episode of The Gaming Duo, Rob (@ridicrob) and Kelvin (@foxphotons) talk about the game that’s got everyone putting down Mario Kart—Donkey Kong Bananza. The new Switch platformer dropped last week and has taken over social media and review sites with glowing praise. We dig into what makes it so fun, why fans are calling it a return to form for DK, and whether it’s actually better than Super Mario Odyssey.We also unpack a new report revealing that FromSoftware is deep into development on a secret project codenamed “FMC.” Could it be a Dark Souls III remake, an Armored Core VI expansion, or something totally new? We look at the evidence and what it could mean for the future of the studio behind Elden Ring and The Duskbloods.Also in the mix:New Ghost Recon leaked by Ubisoft’s CEOPokémon Presents goes live tomorrow—with DJ Pikachu??Rob’s getting married, so no episode next week!Make sure to follow The Gaming Duo on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, leave us a review, and hop into our Discord—where friendships are built through gaming.

This week on The Gaming Duo, Rob and Kelvin break down the growing crisis of time scarcity in gaming. As platforms like Fortnite, Roblox, and GTA Online dominate player attention, what does that mean for the industry and where it is leading?We discuss insights from former Square Enix exec Jacob Navok, Alana Pierce’s video on the gaming industry’s collapse, and the role of investor overreach and AI in reshaping the future.Plus:​The Last of Us Part II adds Chronological Mode​Limited Run's SNES Doom pre-orders​Donkey Kong Bananza details for Switch 2​Ghost of Yōtei info dump​Astro Bot adds Cloud from Final Fantasy VII🎙️ Join our Discord and follow us:Twitter: @Foxphotons @ridicrobYouTube: The Gaming DuoDiscord: Join Here

🎙️ Welcome back to The Gaming Duo — the podcast where friendships are built through gaming! Hosted by Rob (@ridicrob) and Kelvin (@Foxphotons), we dive into the biggest stories in the gaming world each week.🔥 In this special episode, we assemble a panel to react to the major layoffs at Xbox and Microsoft. With over 9,000 jobs cut across the company, including several prominent game studios, we break down what this means for the future of Xbox, Game Pass, and the gaming industry as a whole.🎮 Featuring returning guests:Tony – Samurai KibijiOnix – The Gaming ResumeWe discuss:Xbox studio closures including The Initiative and canceled projects like Perfect Dark and EverwildThe impact of the Activision Blizzard acquisitionDeveloper backlash to Game PassIs Xbox losing its creative vision? What does the next generation of Xbox look like?💬 Join the conversation in our community Discord!https://discord.gg/veKE94Jw📢 If you enjoy industry deep dives, developer insight, and gaming hot takes, follow us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don’t forget to rate, review, and share the show!