Timesphere

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott talk through the price increases for gaming consoles and PCs, the best way to play games, and the Super Mario Galaxy Movie. They also discuss rumors of a new Lord of the Rings game and how not to talk to game developers.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Sony raises PS5 prices: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/sony-announces-global-price-rises-for-ps5-consoles-from-april-2-2026Nintendo ups prices for physical games: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/nintendo-confirms-its-us-switch-2-games-will-soon-cost-more-as-physical-versions/New Lord of the Rings games?: https://insider-gaming.com/veteran-studio-working-new-lord-of-the-rings-game/The slow nature of big game development: https://tech.yahoo.com/gaming/articles/only-took-6-years-xboxs-210503292.htmlEpic lays off more than 1,000 people: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/im-sorry-were-here-again-epic-games-is-laying-off-over-1000-employees/Disney might have more interest in Epic: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/disney-may-be-interested-in-acquiring-epic-games-at-some-point-its-claimed/New Star Fox and Zelda remake: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/sources-nintendo-is-planning-a-new-star-fox-and-a-major-zelda-remake-this-year-but-no-3d-mario/Nintendo's patent rejected: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/us-patent-office-revokes-nintendos-patent-on-summoning-characters-to-make-them-battle/Don't shit on developers: https://kotaku.com/peakdevs-call-out-entitled-gamers-who-want-endless-free-updates-2000684678If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott finally get to rant about esports as they dive into Jeff Kaplan's recent post-Overwatch interviews. Then it is time to deep dive NVIDIA burning bridges with its DLSS 5 AI slop, Crimson Desert's review backlash, and more.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Jeff Kaplan on Overwatch's troubled post-launch years: https://www.polygon.com/overwatch-jeff-kaplan-blizzard-exit-interview/NVIDIA's DLSS BS: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/theyre-completely-wrong-nvidia-ceo-responds-to-widespread-criticism-of-dlss-5/Maximilian Dood's valid AI crashout: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q6VdVd4GVm4Pokemon Go using player data for AI training: https://thisweekinvideogames.com/news/pokemon-go-data-used-to-train-pinpoint-gps-model-for-niantic-spatial/Crimson Desert reviews have people heated: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/crimson-desert-studio-pearl-abyss-sees-share-price-plummet-by-nearly-30-after-first-reviews-arrive/Starfield is getting a major update for PS5 release: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/starfield-is-finally-coming-to-ps5-next-month-alongside-new-content-and-ps5-pro-support/Valve wakes up and chooses CS2 violence: https://www.hltv.org/news/44128/valve-overhaul-reloading-mechanics-in-cs2-updateComposer says players "weren't ready" for Starfield: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/people-were-just-not-ready-for-it-starfield-composer-says-it-will-eventually-be-legendary/If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

n this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott talk about the future of gaming hardware as Xbox details its next "console," the Steam Machine faces even more issues, and Nintendo sues the US government. Also included are discussions on Highguard's final moments, Krafton eating crow on Subnautica, and even more big companies making horrible financial decisions.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): New Project Helix details from Xbox: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/microsoft-reveals-next-gen-console-details-and-promises-an-order-of-magnitude-increase-in-power/Valve dealing with Steam Machine delays: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/valve-insists-it-will-release-steam-machine-and-steam-frame-in-2026-after-blog-said-it-hoped-to/Nintendo goes after the US: https://kotaku.com/nintendo-suing-united-states-govt-over-trump-tariffs-2000676696HIghguard's final moments: https://insider-gaming.com/highguard-failure-former-dev-online-discourse/Subnautica devs take big win over Krafton: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-16/judge-says-krafton-must-rehire-fired-subnautica-ceoFortnite really needs your money...: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/epic-is-increasing-the-price-of-fortnite-v-bucks-to-help-pay-the-bills/Gang of Dragon is in trouble: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/netease-cuts-funding-to-gang-of-dragon-dev-nagoshi-studioCapcom, pay your voice actors: https://kotaku.com/mega-man-12-dual-override-capcom-voice-actor-ben-diskin-union-sag-aftra-2000677630EA layoffs despite Battlefield success: https://insider-gaming.com/ea-makes-layoffs-across-across-battlefield-studios/Outerslot trying to change publishing practices: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/outersloth-reveals-its-game-funding-agreement-with-developers

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott get to talk about PlayStation moving on from most PC ports, Xbox announcing its next console, and the (inevitable) demise of Highguard finally materializing. There are also some, not quite fun, updates on Bluepoint’s fate, Tencent, and more.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Highguard going down: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/3-months-after-closing-the-game-awards-highguard-is-officially-shutting-down/Xbox's next console: https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social/post/3mgdml3jdd224PlayStation moving back to console exclusives: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-03-04/sony-pulls-back-from-playstation-games-on-pcWhat is going on with Mindseye?: https://kotaku.com/mindseye-layoffs-build-a-rocket-boy-ritual-network-cyber-boi-2000675974Bluepoint's pitches fell through: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-02-27/sony-s-bluepoint-pitched-bloodborne-remake-before-closureGood news for Google Play: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/google-resolves-dispute-with-epic-games-reduces-app-store-fees-to-20Keep an eye on Tencent's US holdings: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/report-us-government-may-compel-tencent-to-divest-gaming-investmentsIf you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss the somewhat concerning changes made to Xbox’s leadership and how Microsoft could finally ruin the beloved gaming brand after a long decline. They also talk about some AI concerns in development and game reviews, some exciting upcoming game releases, and more.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Xbox’s leadership change: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/report-phil-spencer-and-samantha-bond-leaving-xbox Concerns about Xbox and AI: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/xbox-co-founder-believes-its-being-sunsetted-in-favour-of-ai-calls-new-ceo-a-palliative-care-doctor/ https://www.gamesindustry.biz/microsoft-gaming-ceo-asha-sharma-pledges-no-bad-ai-at-xbox AI content in game reviews: https://kotaku.com/resident-evil-requiem-metacritic-ai-review-videogamer-2000674042 Highguard’s last gambit: https://kotaku.com/highguard-development-tencent-layoffs-funding-2000674069 Discord trying to walk things back, poorly: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/discord-delays-age-verification-rollout-to-second-half-of-2026-following-backlash Wolverine!: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/playstation-finally-confirms-marvels-wolverine-release-date-and-its-coming-before-gta6/

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale is joined by Pokémon historian and archivist Lewtwo to recap everything revealed during the 2026 Pokemon Day Presents… which ended up turning into a massive discussion on each reveal, the history of Pokémon, and Game Freak’s ever changing approach to game development over the years. If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) Check out Lewis’s content too!http://youtube.com/@LewtwoYT https://x.com/Lewchube All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshow

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott are ready to dive deep on what seems to be a bleak future for Sony’s PlayStation brand, live service products, and the general issues that game development will face moving forward. They also touch on more games media problems and Discord’s apparent desire to destroy itself from the inside.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Sony closing Bluepoint: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-02-19/sony-is-shutting-down-the-playstation-studio-bluepoint Sony's poor track record: https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:fs2pfwz4ohuc7nhlshklw55d/post/3mfabwhn4os2iHighguard or Highgone?: https://kotaku.com/highguard-wildlight-tencent-funding-layoffs-servers-2000669790Bethesda talk: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/todd-howard-claims-the-majority-of-bethesda-are-on-elder-scrolls-6-and-dont-expect-starfield-2-0-soon/

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss everything Highguard, the current state of live service games, and understanding game criticism in an era of constant updates. They also talk about Ubisoft’s continued downward spiral and some interesting insider tidbits!If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Pre-show, Highguard layoffs: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/designer-claims-most-of-highguards-dev-team-have-been-laid-off-weeks-after-launch/ Highguard’s rocky reception: https://www.pcgamer.com/games/fps/ultimately-we-could-have-made-a-different-trailer-highguard-ceo-responds-to-that-poorly-received-game-awards-reveal/ GoG AI Usage: https://kotaku.com/gog-caught-using-ai-generated-artwork-2000663836 Ubisoft layoffs and cancelations: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/ubisoft-details-major-company-reset-6-games-canned-7-delayed-and-2-studios-closed/ https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/ubisoft-proposes-to-cut-18-of-workforce-at-france-headquarters-as-part-of-major-reset-plan/ 2XKO Twitch Drama: https://x.com/zachbussey/status/2014151811192516897 Change of plans at Amazon Games: https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social/post/3mdisznjdh22x Battlefield dominating CoD sales: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/battlefield-outsold-call-of-duty-for-the-first-time-ever-last-year-as-black-ops-7-dropped-to-5th-place/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott get deep in their feelings about the death of certain games and online media, Marathon, and the future of Steam. And, for once in the podcast’s short life, there AI is not going to make an appearance… probably…If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphereYouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Google screwing games media: https://pressgazette.co.uk/media-audience-and-business-data/google-traffic-down-2025-trends-report-2026/ Support the former Inverse team and Ash Parrish: https://bsky.app/profile/solfleet.bsky.social/post/3mckhymb5tk2d https://bsky.app/profile/adashtra.bsky.social/post/3mckkus43js22 Marathon release date: https://www.polygon.com/marathon-release-date/ Steam player milestones: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/steam-sets-another-new-concurrent-record-over-the-weekend Steam’s AI changes: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/valve-slightly-relaxes-ai-disclosure-guidelines-on-steam Former Assassin’s Creed boss sues Ubisoft: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/former-assassins-creed-boss-sues-ubisoft-for-more-than-1-3-million-alleging-constructive-dismissal/ Division 3 boss leaves for Battlefield Studios: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/a-week-after-talking-up-the-division-3-boss-julian-gerighty-has-left-ubisoft-for-ea/ Monster Hunter Wilds DLC theory: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/the-game-literally-flies-monster-hunter-wilds-reportedly-runs-much-better-on-pc-when-all-dlc-is-installed/ New World is dying soon: https://www.polygon.com/new-world-aeternum-shutting-down-delisted-offline/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss the differences between fandom in esports and traditional sports, how sports betting-style gambling is spreading to all corners of media consumption, and more. That more, of course includes a new AI Shame Corner, featuring Larian Studios, NVIDIA, and some promising responses from smaller developers.All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Required Reading! Harper Jay’s Fire Emblem Path of Radiance Discussion: https://transgamerthoughts.com/post/795594055699595264/we-will-reclaim-this-land-thoughts-on-fire-emblem GTA 6 Betting Problems: https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social/post/3mbwjuwsgb226 Larian Studios Reddit AMA: https://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1q870w5/larian_studios_divinity_ama/ Larian Studios’ Response to AI Backlash: https://kotaku.com/divinity-gen-ai-larian-bg3-reddit-ama-2000658429 New Details About Divinity: https://kotaku.com/divinity-rpg-larian-bg3-loot-coop-2000658437 NVIDIA CEO Defending AI: https://insider-gaming.com/nvidia-ceo-says-ai-doomer-narrative-is-hurtful/ AI Game Dev Deleting Game: https://www.pcgamer.com/games/indie-dev-is-delisting-his-ai-game-from-steam-because-his-new-girlfriend-convinced-him-its-evil-the-game-existing-in-its-current-form-is-a-disgrace-to-all-game-makers-and-players/ Manor Lords Publisher Calls AI “Cancerous”: https://kotaku.com/hooded-horse-gen-ai-art-ban-4x-strategy-steam-2000658179 AGDQ Raises $2.4 Million for Prevent Cancer Foundation: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/awesome-games-done-quick-2026-raises-over-24m Top Console Games for 2025: https://bsky.app/profile/matpiscatella.bsky.social/post/3mbraw2dcfc2s If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott think back on 2025 and heavily discuss what they are looking forward to most in 2026, while also delving into what they want to change about their gaming and media habits in the new year. There is also plenty of Marvel Rivals on the docket, along with more issues with AI (as usual…)If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Level-5 AI discussion: https://kotaku.com/professor-layton-boss-wants-people-to-stop-demonizing-generative-ai-2000655721 Expedition 33 AI follow-up: https://www.polygon.com/game-awards-expedition-33-disqualified-did-it-use-ai-response/ Harada AI comments: https://x.com/Harada_TEKKEN/status/2004359569645228288 Marvel Rivals Esports: https://esportsinsider.com/2025/12/marvel-rivals-ignite-unveils-2026-league-format If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott dive into the future of games like Marathon, Highguard, and League of Legends, but the spotlight is once again put on developers and AI usage. Three different controversies surrounding Larian Studios, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, and false allegations spread across the internet this week, so buckle up for a long conversation about each part heading into the new year.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Marathon thoughts:https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/bungie-finally-confirms-a-marathon-release-date-and-40-price-point/ https://kotaku.com/marathon-art-director-joseph-cross-leaves-bungie-2000654665 Initial article and comments about Larian Exploring AI usage: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-12-16/-baldur-s-gate-3-maker-promises-divinity-will-be-next-level /https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social/post/3ma5dqbmgm22o Swen Vincke follow-up comments about Larian and AI exploration: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/holy-f-guys-were-not-replacing-artists-larian-boss-responds-to-ai-backlash/ The Indie Game Awards remove Expedition 33’s GotY win: https://www.polygon.com/clair-obscur-expedition-33-indie-game-awards-goty-rescinded/ False allegations of AI usage levied against Blue Prince developer: (Article, now edited) https://www.escapistmagazine.com/news-indie-game-awards-clair-obscur/ (Archived, original) https://bsky.app/profile/futterish.fsquared.biz/post/3majiygzav22i If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this week’s Timesphere, Cale and Scott recap and rate The Game Awards 2025, share some insight into how the awards are actually selected for some categories, and draft their favorite games revealed at this year’s show. Let us know your favorite reveals and thoughts on the show in the comments or links below!If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/ Special shout out to the Six One Indie team! https://www.sixoneindie.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this week’s Timesphere, Cale and Scott give their thoughts on Netflix’s decision to purchase Warner Bros. and what that could mean for both sides on the entertainment and game development side of the industry. Then, things get heated as the discussion turns to the current state of Marvel Rivals and its competitive scene, along with an AI Shame Corner big enough to fill a storage unit.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/ Insider Gaming: https://insider-gaming.com/Gbiz: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ Eurogamer: https://www.eurogamer.net/GamesRadar+: https://www.gamesradar.com/ Daiz: https://bsky.app/profile/daiz.moe/post/3m6jgp32hx22hSpecial shout out to the Six One Indie team! https://www.sixoneindie.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.#netflix #warnerbros #ai

In this week’s Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss Call of Duty apparently hitting rock bottom with Black Ops 7, some fun announcements for games like Vampire Survivors, and the revival of Hytale. All of that sandwiches the longest AI Shame Corner yet and more talks about how much the Steam Machine might actually cost.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Special shout out to the Six One Indie team! https://www.sixoneindie.com/ Restart (read Lex’s review!): https://www.restart.run/articles/call-of-duty-black-ops-7-review VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/ PC Gamer: https://www.pcgamer.com/ Gbiz: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ GamesRadar+: https://www.gamesradar.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.#callofduty #xbox #steam

In this special edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott go through all of the nominations for The Game Awards 2025, discuss the categories, and predict which games they think will walk away with the hardware. They also give some behind the scenes info on what it is like nominating and voting on some categories for the TGA panel. If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustified Podcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshow If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this week’s episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott get really excited about Steam’s upcoming Steam Machine console and break down some thoughts about its potential price, release date, and impact on hardware space. Then, stick around to hear about some controversy from The Game Awards, Sony’s new projects such as the Horizon Zero Dawn MMO, and more.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Special shout out to the Six One Indie team! https://www.sixoneindie.com/ VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Insider Gaming: https://insider-gaming.com/Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/ IGN: https://www.ign.com/ Alyssa Mercante: https://www.patreon.com/cw/InvertedbyAlyssaMercante The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/ PC Gamer: https://www.pcgamer.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this week’s episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott talk about GTA 6’s delay, Rockstar’s ongoing issues, and how it all will impact the rest of the games industry. They also discuss Square Enix planning to rely more on AI, Pokémon Legends: Z-A DLC, and Nintendo setting itself up for some big wins in the coming years.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Bloomburg: https://www.bloomberg.com/?source=eyebrow VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Insider Gaming: https://insider-gaming.com/Eurogamer: https://www.eurogamer.net/ Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/ Rock Paper Shotgun: https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this week’s episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss Amazon’s massive layoffs and gaming cuts, EA continuing to fumble with its developers when it comes to AI, and Take-Two’s CEO having good AI takes in a sea of terrible news. All of that leads into Animal Crossing making a big comeback in 2026, big updates to Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and more!If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): Bloomburg: https://www.bloomberg.com/?source=eyebrow VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Insider Gaming: https://insider-gaming.com/Nintendo Everything: https://nintendoeverything.com/ Business Insider: https://www.businessinsider.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com.

In this extra long edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott talk about what is going on with Halo and Xbox, more disappointing news for the games industry, and introduce the AI Shame Corner. They also discuss Twitchcon and how parasocial behavior will continue shaping content creation and events.If you liked this episode, make sure to like the episode and subscribe to the podcast across our various channels (it really helps a lot!) All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedPodcast Services: https://rss.com/podcasts/timesphere YouTube: / @timesphereshowSources for this episode (go support games media!): VGC: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/ Windows Central: https://www.windowscentral.com/ IGN: https://www.ign.com/ GamesIndustry.biz: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/ Kotaku: https://kotaku.com/ Aftermath: https://aftermath.site/tom’s Hardware: https://www.tomshardware.com/ Dexerto: https://www.dexerto.com/ If you have feedback for the show or a story you want to hear about, contact us at TimesphereShow @gmail.com.

In a special edition of Timesphere, Cale is joined by Kotaku’s Kenneth Shepard and Inverse’s Hayes Madsen for a spoiler-filled discussion about Pokémon Legends: Z-A. This includes reviewing the game’s story, characters, gameplay, and predicting the future of the Pokémon franchise. If you liked this episode, make sure to give Ken and Hayes some love on their socials. I’ve also include my Pokémon Legends: Z-A review, along with some of Ken and Hayes’ stories below! Cale’s Pokémon review: https://boosterblogs.beehiiv.com/p/pokemon-legends-z-a-reviewKen’s bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/shepardcdr.bsky.social Ken’s Pokémon review: https://kotaku.com/pokemon-legends-za-review-switch-2-bugs-performance-2000637719 Hayes’ bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/solfleet.bsky.social Hayes’ big Pokémon article: https://www.inverse.com/gaming/pokemon-legends-z-a-review Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms! All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustified YouTube: / @timesphereshow

In this week’s edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott dive into early reactions to Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Battlefield 6, before spending some time discussing the future of console gaming in the wake of PC handhelds and hardware limitations.Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: / @timesphereshow

In a special edition of the show, Scott talks with Cale about his time reviewing the ASUS ROG Xbox Ally X and if Microsoft's new gaming handheld is worth the massive $1,000 price tag. Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms! All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustified YouTube: / @timesphereshow #xbox #steam #rogally

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott finally escaped the void they have been stuck in since February, meaning it is time to catch up on all the gaming news they missed while trapped outside of time. What could have gone wrong between their last episode and now?Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: / @timesphereshow

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott go all in on the meta of gaming presentations. Does Sony’s PlayStation State of Play have the edge over the Nintendo Direct format? And how did Xbox’s recent showcase hold up to a field featuring The Game Awards?Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: / @timesphereshow

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss their hottest takes and overall hopes for 2025, along with the games they are looking forward to the most. Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: / @timesphereshow

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott dive into the ongoing controversy surrounding Bleed Esports' "persistent operational failures" and financial issues. After that, the boys talk about the upcoming "MOBA BR MEETS HERO SHOOTER" SUPERVIVE and how hard it is for games to find an audience on any platform. To round out the show, Cale interviews Theorycraft CEO Joe Tung about SUPERVIVE's unique gameplay and how it came to be.Knock the Concord mention counter up another notch and enjoy the show! Don't forget to give Scott's Spike Drop newsletter a look as he digs further into the BLEED controversy and other VALORANT news. Spike Drop: https://spikedrop.beehiiv.com/p/spike-drop-ep-2Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesphereShowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timesphereshowTwitter/X: https://x.com/TimesphereShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/timesphereshow/

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott are joined by Xavier to review Dragon Ball Sparking! ZERO just in time for launch. After that, the trio goes deep on why the NBA2K franchise continues to put out a middling product and the breaking news of Microsoft's big Halo announcements.Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesphereShowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timesphereshowTwitter/X: https://x.com/TimesphereShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/timesphereshow/

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott are joined by fellow games journalist Issy van der Velde to share what actually happens behind the scenes for game reviews and launch coverage at your favorite websites, along with talking about preview events.On top of that, the trio also talk everything going on with Ubisoft and the delay of Assassin's Creed Shadows before diving into which video game remasters they would love to see if they got to greenlight a project at any developer.Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesphereShowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timesphereshowTwitter/X: https://x.com/TimesphereShowInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/timesphereshow/

​​In this episode of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss the current state of the console market as the PS5 Pro and Switch 2 approach, the continued struggles of multiple major games like Concord, and how Palworld is dealing with a concerning lawsuit from Nintendo. You also get a special esports draft where the boys start up their own organizations by drafting which games they would build a team for.Have a story you want to hear about or a comment about the show? Contact us at TimesphereShow @ gmail.com. You can also connect with our other content on YouTube and other platforms!All Links: https://linktr.ee/XJustifiedYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TimesphereShowTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@timesphereshowTwitter/X: https://x.com/TimesphereShowInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/timesphereshow/