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The Press Start Podcast
by LiSTNR
Each week on The Press Start Podcast, we get together and chat in-depth about the latest video game news and releases, all in the name of Press Start.
Episodes
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Could the Ocarina of Time Remake Be the Definitive Zelda? | The Press Start Podcast
We went hands-on with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of its November 5 launch, playing from Kokiri Forest and the Great Deku Tree through to the Forest Temple. Plus, Harry reviews Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, we dig into Marvel's Wolverine's surprising…
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Xbox Admits It Was in "Free Fall"... Can Helix Save It? | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Xbox was in free fall before this year's restructure, and the team debates whether Project Helix, a console-first "family of devices", and a refocused Game Pass can win players back. Plus GameStop's $1,400 used PS5 Pro price ahead of GTA 6, a mixed verdict on Clive...
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Star Wars Galactic Racer Is the Podracing Game We Waited 20 Years For | The Press Start Podcast
James has played Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the debut game from ex-Burnout developers Fuse Games, and it might be the best Star Wars racing game since Episode I Racer and Racer Revenge. We break down his review, its roguelite campaign and that brutal final act, then dig into The Witcher 3...
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Halo Changed Forever As Xbox Guts Its Studios | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox's latest restructure sees Halo move to Activision, Ninja Theory face closure and a wave of studio changes, while Bungie promises to bring vaulted Destiny 2 content back and rework Marathon to win back players' trust. We also share our Silent Hill Townfall review, get into full spoilers for...
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A Perfect Fire Emblem And Control's Riskiest Move Yet | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, the team breaks down whether Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave is the best entry in the series since Awakening, and reacts to Control Resonant's dramatic shift toward melee combat ahead of its release. Plus, Shannon reviews the new Resident Evil movie. Chapters...
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Wolverine Left Us Wanting More, So Did Ocarina of Time | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, James, Brodie and Shannon give their honest reactions to Marvel's Wolverine from Spider-Man developer Insomniac Games, before diving into the week's biggest Nintendo news out of the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and the September Nintendo Direct,...
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We Reviewed Blood of Dawnwalker, Onimusha & Orbitals (Loved Every Minute) | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, James, Harry and Shannon deliver their verdicts on three of September's biggest releases — The Blood of Dawnwalker, Orbitals, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword — before diving into reactions to Rockstar's extended Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay reveal,...
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Star Wars Zero Company Is Incredible (Plus Gamescom & Xbox News) | The Press Start Podcast
2026 keeps on giving. This week on The Press Start Podcast we break down the Witcher 3: Remastered reveal from Gamescom Opening Night Live, along with every other major announcement from the show. We also dig into two of the year's best releases, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy and Star Wars Zero...
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Our Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave & Star Wars: Zero Company Previews | The Press Start Podcast
Harry went hands-on with Star Wars Zero Company and Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave, and the verdict might surprise you. Plus: Kingdom Hearts 4 finally gets a release window, Sony admits the PS6 still doesn't have a launch date, and Simpsons Hit & Run Remastered rumours are heating up again after a…
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GTA 6 Reveal Is Skipping YouTube For Netflix | The Press Start Podcast
GTA 6's extended gameplay reveal is dropping on Netflix before YouTube, Australia has banned Halloween: The Game while rolling out Xbox age verification for R18+ titles, and EA and Halo Studios are both facing fresh layoffs despite recent wins. The Press Start Podcast breaks down the biggest…
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We Played Big Walk And It Tested Our Friendship | The Press Start Podcast
House House, the studio behind Untitled Goose Game, returns with Big Walk, a co-op puzzler built entirely around proximity chat — and a bold decision to ban traditional voice chat altogether. This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, Brodie and James debate whether that design choice is genius…
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Xbox Wants You To Watch Ads Before You Play Your Own Games | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, Shannon, James and Brodie dive into Halo Campaign Evolved, debating whether it's the definitive way to play the original Halo campaign and what that secret ending means for a possible Halo 2 remake. The crew also unpacks Xbox's new ad-supported cloud...
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Why We Gave Splatoon Raiders An 8.5 | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Harry gives his verdict on Splatoon Raiders, scoring Nintendo's co-op spin-off an 8.5. Ewan, Shannon and James also dig into Ryan Hurst's shock recast as Kratos in Amazon's God of War series, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen calling Sony's PS5 disc decision totally...
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The Real Cost Of Xbox's Restructure Is Becoming Clear | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox's Game Pass subscriber decline, mass layoffs and the Obsidian returning to Fallout dominate the discussion this week, alongside Sony Santa Monica confirming God of War Laufey will land on disc, hinting at a 2027 release. The Press Start Podcast crew also breaks down Bethesda and Ubisoft…
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The Games Industry Has Officially Lost The Plot | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox is going through a massive restructure with fresh layoffs shaking the industry, and PlayStation has confirmed it's ending support for physical discs on PS5. On this episode of The Press Start Podcast, we break down what both moves mean for gamers, whether Xbox's shake-up can actually save…
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Reacting To All The GTA 6 Hot Takes | The Press Start Podcast | The Press Start Podcast
We're breaking down the biggest GTA 6 hot takes sent in by you, the listeners. From the controversial price tag to paywalling rumors, the lack of a physical disc and no online mode at launch, we dig into whether Rockstar has gone too far this time. Hear our unfiltered reactions to GTA 6 news and...
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The Best Way To Play Star Fox 64 Still Won't Win New Fans | The Press Start Podcast
Fox McCloud is back with a faithful remake of the beloved Star Fox 64, but does nostalgia alone make it worth your time in 2026? The Press Start Podcast team digs into whether the game delivers for longtime fans and what it means for the future of the franchise. Also this week: hands-on…
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Xbox Is Killing Its Best Studios & Nobody Is Stopping Them | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox is sending shockwaves through the gaming industry with reports that Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games are all facing potential closure, raising serious questions about the future of first-party Xbox gaming. Rockstar has also dropped the official GTA 6 cover art ahead of...
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Our Summer Game Fest 2026 Reactions: Nintendo, XBOX & More! | The Press Start Podcast
Since the demise of E3, it’s the biggest week in gaming — Nintendo dropped a Direct packed with announcements including a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, while the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest revealed everything coming out in the months ahead. Chapters 00:00:00...
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PlayStation's State of Play Had Surprises — Here's What We Think | The Press Start Podcast
Sony's PlayStation State of Play delivered a wave of announcements that have the gaming world talking, and the Press Start team breaks down every reveal, what it means for PS5 owners, and whether Sony is back on track. We also react to the Fable delay and the official announcement of Call of…
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007 First Light Is The Best James Bond Game In Years | The Press Start Podcast
In this episode, we break down our official 9/10 score for 007 First Light, the highly anticipated James Bond action game developed by IO Interactive. We also discuss what’s next for Bungie amongst some troubling times, and share our predictions for next week’s PlayStation State of Play. Chapters...
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LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight is Secretly Another Arkham | The Press Start Podcast
We break down the massive review score split for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Nintendo Switch 2, our thoughts on LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and dive into the controversial gameplay changes in the upcoming Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Plus, we debate the latest…
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Forza Horizon 6 Is Fantastic But More Of The Same | The Press Start Podcast
We dive into our review of Forza Horizon 6, breakdown the Nintendo Switch 2 price increase, discuss the new Xbox Game Pass Discord tier, and share our final impressions of Directive 8020. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:34 Forza Horizon 6 Review 00:11:35 Mortal Kombat II Review 00:21:06 Nintendo...
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Why Mixtape Is A 10 And One Of 2026's Best Games | The Press Start Podcast
We discuss why the stunning new release Mixtape earned a perfect score and stands as a top contender for the best game of 2026. The team breaks down the surprise Nintendo Direct announcement for Star Fox on Switch 2 and debates whether another remake of the N64 classic is what fans actually want....
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The Truth About Why The PS5 Needs Online License Checks | The Press Start Podcast
We take a look at the recent PS5 online game license checks and why this move is actually a win for digital security. We also discuss game development maybe need more contract work, more changes at Xbox and our preview of Directive 8020. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:30 PS5 Online Game Checks...
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Why Saros is an Unmissable 9.5/10
We discuss our 9.5 out of 10 review of Saros, the latest PlayStation masterpiece and new front-runner for Game of the Year 2026. Brodie also previews Yoshi and The Mysterious Book, we unpack the reveal of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced and discuss Xbox Game Pass getting cheaper! Chapters...
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Why Tomodachi Life is the Most Chaotic Nintendo Game Ever Made | The Press Start Podcast
We kick things off with our review of the weird and wonderful Tomodachi Life Living the Dream before diving into the high-stakes release of Capcom’s Pragmata. This week we also dive deep into the internal turmoil at Microsoft as Pete Hines breaks his silence on the mismanagement of Bethesda and…
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The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Isn't Just Shameless Fan Service | The Press Start Podcast
The Press Start Podcast discusses the massive box office success of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and what it means for the future of Nintendo films. We also dive into the frustrating reality of modern game development cycles and debate whether post launch game updates are a consumer right or a...
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Sony Is Reaching A Breaking Point With These PS5 Prices | The Press Start Podcast
Sony has officially announced a massive global price increase for the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro, leaving fans questioning the future of console gaming. We also dive into the latest Nintendo Switch 2 rumors regarding a full Zelda Ocarina of Time remake and a classic-style Star Fox revival. Join…
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NVIDIA CEO Says You’re "Completely Wrong" About AI Slop | The Press Start Podcast
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang defends DLSS 5.0 against claims that AI is ruining game art while Bethesda finally confirms the Starfield PS5 release date for April. We also dive into Jeff Kaplan’s viral comments on toxic gaming culture and the latest system updates bringing massive power boosts to the...
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Xbox Project Helix: $1200 Console or PC Hybrid? | The Press Start Podcast
This week we unpack the bombshell reveal of Xbox Project Helix, Microsoft's next generation console that blurs the line between Xbox and PC gaming with a rumored price tag of $1,200 USD. We debate whether PlayStation's testing of dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store is a concerning sign for...
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Bungie’s Marathon Is Finally Here But Highguard Is Already Dead | The Press Start Podcast
Bungie finally drops their extraction shooter Marathon while we dissect the shocking 45 day lifespan and shutdown of Highguard. We also dive into the massive Pokemon 30th Anniversary reveals including the record breaking Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 2 and the Gen 10 announcement of Pokemon Winds and...
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Phil Spencer Retires, Bluepoint Closes & Resident Evil Requiem Review | The Press Start Podcast
On this week's episode, we provide an in-depth Resident Evil Requiem review and discuss the fallout of Sony shutting down Bluepoint Games. We analyze the retirement of Phil Spencer as Xbox CEO and what it means for the future of Microsoft Gaming. Finally, we celebrate the news of Pokemon FireRed...
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Highguard Ending Already? Give It A Chance | The Press Start Podcast
This week we dive into the controversy surrounding Highguard's rocky launch and plummeting player base, debating whether gamer culture and rage baiting are to blame or if the game simply failed to find its footing. We also break down the shadow-dropped 2D action game God of War: Sons of Sparta…
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Is Horizon Hunters Gathering A Huge Mistake? | The Press Start Podcast
This week we dive into the polarizing reveal of Horizon Hunters Gathering and its radical new art style before recapping every major announcement from the February Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase including the arrival of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2. We also share our full reviews for…
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PlayStation Handheld Leaks & GTA 6 Physical Edition News | The Press Start
Join us this week as we dive into the rave reviews for Cairn and share our first-hand experience with this challenging survival climber. We also discuss the latest PlayStation handheld rumors regarding an OLED Portal and the standalone RDNA 5 portable, alongside the news that GTA 6 may skip a...
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Predicting 2026's Highest Rated Games: Fantasy Critic Draft | The Press Start Podcast
We are drafting our official 2026 Fantasy Critic league to predict which video games will dominate the review scores this year. Join the crew as we bid on massive titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and Resident Evil Requiem while hunting for the best indie sleeper hits of 2026. This episode covers…
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The End of EB Games? NZ Stores Shutting Doors Forever | The Press Start Podcast
We break down the generative AI controversy hitting Larian Studios and Sandfall Interactive, exploring the backlash against Baldur's Gate 3 and the award disqualification of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Plus, we analyze the sudden closure of all EB Games stores in New Zealand and discuss the...
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Gaming in 2026: GTA 6 Delay, God of War & Half-Life 3? | The Press Start Podcast
In this episode, we break down our biggest gaming predictions for 2026, discussing whether Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit its release date or face another delay. We also dive into the future Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup, rumors surrounding a new God of War and BioShock cancellation, and the...
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2025 Year in Review: Best Games & Biggest Surprises | The Press Start Podcast
We count down our personal Top 5 Games of the Year for 2025, discussing the biggest AAA releases, indie gems, and the impact of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. We also look back at our 2025 gaming predictions from the start of the year to see which hot takes aged well and which were completely…
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The Game Awards 2025: All Winners & Biggest Reveals | The Press Start Podcast
We break down the biggest night in gaming, covering every major reveal from The Game Awards 2025, including the massive Control: Resonant, Resident Evil Requiem, Megaman and Tomb Raider announcements. We also discuss the complete list of winners and debate whether Clair Obscur: Expedition 33...
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The Game Awards 2025 Predictions: GTA 6, Resident Evil, & Surprise Reveals | The Press Start Podcast
The Game Awards are just around the corner, and the gang share their bold predictions for what's set to be revealed. Will we finally see GTA 6 on Nintendo Switch 2? Is Resident Evil 9 ready to show Leon? Could Control 2, Judas, or even Half-Life 3 make an appearance? We debate the likelihood of a...
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Buy It Now or Pay Double? The Gaming Price Crisis Escalates | The Press Start Podcast
The DRAM shortage is the latest crisis impacting the cost of gaming. As the price of consoles, PCs and games skyrocket, we ask: when does it stop? We also wind the clock back to last week’s Xbox Partner Showcase, discuss the announcement of a Far Cry TV adaptation, and debate when Intergalactic:...
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The Best Games of 2025 Are Launching... Now? | The Press Start Podcast
The gang share their reviews of Kirby Air Riders and Dispatch, discuss our previews of Metroid Prime 4 and Resident Evil: Requiem, and react to the nominees for this year’s Game Awards. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:29 Food In Focus 00:04:02 Kirby Air Riders Review 00:11:26 Dispatch Review...
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Valve's NEW Steam Machine, Steam Frame & Controller! | The Press Start Podcast
Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:30 Valve's New Hardware: Steam Machine, Steam Controller & Steam Frame 00:17:50 Horizon Steel Frontiers and Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble 00:26:19 Grand Theft Auto 6 Delayed: Will It Come Out in 2026 for Sure? 00:35:26 Possessor(s) Review: 2025's Best...
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Arc Raiders is a Must-Play Co-op Shooter | The Press Start Podcast
We’re sold on Arc Raiders, the new sci-fi, co-operative extraction shooter amassing popularity. We also share our thoughts on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Fortnite’s Simpsons event, the future of Rockstar Games and Metroid Prime 4. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:47 Exploring Arc...
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Halo On PlayStation 5: Could This Save The Franchise? — The Press Start Podcast
Halo Campaign Evolved is a remake of the first game’s iconic singleplayer campaign and makes the long-anticipated jump to PlayStation for the first time. What once never seemed possible is now a reality. We debate what it might mean for the future of Xbox, discuss Remedy’s woes and unpack the...
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Our Ninja Gaiden 4 Review, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Ball x Pit & Keeper — The Press Start Podcast
The gang discuss our Ninja Gaiden 4 review, as well as Pokémon Z-A, BALL x PIT and Keeper reviews. We also react to an unpopular gaming opinion: camping is a fair tactic. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:43 Ninja Gaiden 4 00:09:24 BALL x PIT Review 00:15:40 Pokémon Legends: Z-A Review 00:21:35...
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PlayStation And AMD Tease The PS6 — The Press Start Podcast
Regrouping after PAX Australia 2025, the gang discuss the tech that’s powering the PlayStation 6 (and a potential 2028 release date), our review of Battlefield 6 and Sandfall Interactive’s next game after Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:47 UNPOPULAR GAMING OPINION:...
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Defending the Xbox Game Pass Price Increase — The Press Start Podcast
Xbox has increased the prices of Xbox Game Pass. We ask, “was it necessary?” We also discuss what’s next for Halo, James’ review of Yooka-Re-Playlee, a rumoured update to the PlayStation 5 Dualsense controller, and the resurrection of Amazon Luna. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:28 Unpopular...
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Each week on The Press Start Podcast, we get together and chat in-depth about the latest video game news and releases, all in the name of Press Start.
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