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Unofficial Controller Podcast
by Unofficial Controller
Your number one weekly gaming podcast for all the latest Sony Playstation , Microsoft Xbox , Nintendo Switch and PC News. Retrospectives , Readers Mail and Industry Chat.
Episodes
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Gaming’s Shift From Discs To Devices
Send us Fan Mail PlayStation’s rumored end date for disc-based games is a grenade with the pin already pulled, and we’re not surprised fans are angry. We talk through what’s really behind the backlash: not just plastic boxes, but trust, ownership, resale, preservation, and the creeping feeling…
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Pokemon Rumors, Physical Discs, And GTA 6 Radio Hype
Send us Fan Mail One tiny icon can kick off a whole wave of hype. We spot Pokémon Home adding a “GBA Games” section for FireRed and LeafGreen connectivity, and it instantly raises the obvious question: are Pokémon Ruby and Sapphire headed for a Switch release next? We talk through why those Game...
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Uncharted Returns?
Send us Fan Mail Sony just dropped a late-generation curveball, and it could change how a lot of PS5 games look and run. We unpack QSSR, the refined AI upscaling tech coming to the base PlayStation 5, and why Digital Foundry’s early results (especially with Marvel’s Wolverine) have people asking…
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PS6 Stats Released!
Send us Fan Mail A tiny settings menu can be the difference between “this port is rough” and “wait, this feels like I’m playing a Star Wars movie.” We start with what we’ve actually been playing on Switch 2, including Red Dead Redemption as a proof point for how good a well-tuned classic can feel...
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Wolverine’s Back And The Internet’s Mad
Send us Fan Mail Somebody finally said the quiet part out loud: modern AAA games can feel boring, not because the teams aren’t talented, but because the money and expectations push everyone toward safe choices. We get into that claim and what it means for game design, innovation, and why so many...
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Nintendo Direct....Our Picks
Send us Fan Mail Sony reportedly hits the brakes on a Kojima project, and the ripple effect is bigger than one canceled game. We talk through the Project Scient reporting, the mix of budget, deadlines, and exclusivity that may have pushed Sony to step away, and why Xbox scooping it up feels like…
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Nintendo Doubles Up On Directs And Gamers Take Notice
Send us Fan Mail “Play anywhere” sounds great until someone starts the stopwatch. We kick off with what we’ve been playing, from Splatoon Raiders and retro Evercade arcade nights to revisiting GTA IV The Lost and Damned, soaking up the off-kilter Twin Peaks energy of Deadly Premonition, and...
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GTA 6 Looks Like A Movie And That Changes Everything
Send us Fan Mail GTA 6 looks like a movie, and that’s exactly why we can’t stop talking about it. We break down the Netflix extended look detail by detail, from Red Dead-style NPC interactions and a tougher police system to six-star wanted levels, denser crowds, improved aiming, and even the…
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Nintendo Switch 2 GameCube Drops Sunshine Plus More Big Gaming News
Send us Fan Mail Mario Sunshine popping up on Switch 2’s GameCube service should be simple news, but it turns into a bigger question we can’t stop poking at: why do some gaming subscriptions feel like a treat, while others feel like an endless shelf you never actually touch? We talk through...
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Switch 2 Becomes The Comfort Console
Send us Fan Mail GTA 6 preorders are reportedly “exceptional,” Halo is back in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, and Nintendo is quietly building the coziest escape hatch in modern gaming. We’re George and RGT, and we spend this week juggling two truths at once: we love this hobby, and…
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Tom Holland Picks His Favorite Game And Xbox Bets On Four C’s
Send us Fan Mail Tom Holland just dropped a gaming take that genuinely made us stop and go, wait, what. He says The Last of Us Part 2 is his favorite video game of all time, and he’s avoided the HBO series because he loves the game that much. We unpack why that actually makes sense for a...
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Find out why this retro console is back !
Send us Fan Mail Sony’s relationship with physical media is getting rockier, Xbox is experimenting with ad-supported cloud streaming, and the whole industry feels like it’s testing how much friction players will tolerate before they push back. I’m flying solo for Episode 329, so we move fast and...
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We Break Down The PlayStation Boycott And What It Means For Everyone
Send us Fan Mail PlayStation fans are so furious about the move away from physical discs that some are telling people to buy third-party and indie games anywhere but PS5, and it raises a messy question: when you “vote with your wallet,” who actually feels it first? We dig into the disc debacle...
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Brazil Challenges Sony Over Digital Game Ownership And Preservation
Send us Fan Mail You can feel the ground shifting under gaming right now, and not just because we’re playing more big-budget releases on handhelds. We start with what we’ve been obsessing over on Switch 2, including Xenoblade Chronicles and why its real-time JRPG combat still feels tactical,...
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The Day Gaming Died with Two And A Half Gamers UK
Send us Fan Mail The future of gaming is starting to feel less like progress and more like a contract you can’t read. We’re joined by Two and a Half Gamers UK to talk through the current state of modern gaming, starting with the GTA 6 digital controversy and why preordering a digital game can…
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Switch 2 Vs PS5 In Japan
Send us Fan Mail Nintendo is spending 121 billion yen on a brand-new R&D center in Kyoto, Sony is selling a Japan-only PS5 at a loss, and the Switch 2 is still running away with the market. That combo says a lot about where gaming is headed, so we unpack it from the perspective that actually...
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The gaming industry is imploding !?
Send us Fan Mail Xbox chaos, PS6 uncertainty, and a tiny handheld that keeps embarrassing the “power” conversation all collide in one week. We sit down and talk through the reports of major Xbox layoffs and studios potentially on the chopping block, and what that does to creativity when teams are...
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The Switch 2 Is Eating Everyone’s Lunch
Send us Fan Mail The Switch 2 is starting to feel less like a side console and more like the place where everything shows up, and that changes the whole mood of a gaming week. We’re coming in hot off our own playtime too: Forza Horizon 6 swallowing hours, Outbound delivering the kind of calm…
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PS5 State Of Play Reactions With Wolverine Hype And God Of War Alpha Debate
Send us Fan Mail Wolverine finally steps out of rumor land and into real gameplay, and it immediately raises the bar for what we expect from PS5 action. George is joined by returning Bobby and OG for a full reaction to PlayStation’s State of Play June 2026, and we don’t just list trailers. We…
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Modern Warfare 4 Hits Switch 2 As Steam Deck Prices Jump
Send us Fan Mail Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 on Switch 2, a Steam Deck price hike that makes your wallet flinch, and a fresh rumor that Witcher 3 is getting a full-blown expansion sized like Phantom Liberty. That is the kind of week that forces a real question: are we heading into a future…
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Ball’s to Xbox ?
Send us Fan Mail A classic RPG throws us into court twice, Sony quietly trademarks a new PS5 name, and Embracer keeps rearranging the board like it’s playing 4D chess with the entire games industry. George and Bobby are back together and we start with the fun stuff: what we’re playing when time…
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He’s Back: Bobby Returns | UCP Special
Send us Fan Mail Bobby’s back in the chair with the best kind of life update: he’s a new dad, and somehow he’s still finding time to game. We talk about what that really looks like in practice, from sleep regressions and bedtime routines to the simple strategy that keeps his hobby alive: pick the...
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Have Graphics Peaked Or Are We Just Finally Satisfied
Send us Fan Mail A game gets a 10 out of 10 and the internet turns feral. We start with Mixtape, the “walking simulator” lightning rod, and talk through what it actually delivers: a nostalgic, music-led narrative with just enough interaction to keep you moving, plus a bigger point about why…
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Sony Burned HOW Much on This?!
Send us Fan Mail Microsoft Flight Simulator landing on PSVR2 is not just a curiosity, it’s a genuine “wait, why is this so good?” moment. We’re talking cockpit presence, Sense controller switch-flipping, 3D audio, and that sweaty high-stakes feeling you only get when VR turns a small mistake into…
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PlayStation Charges Players More, Xbox Struggles To Make Money
Send us Fan Mail Refurbished PS5 consoles just got $100 more expensive, and that single move says a lot about where console gaming is headed. We (Georgie and RGT) kick things off with what we’ve been playing, including Infamous Second Son not quite clicking, a surprisingly addictive budget zombie...
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Switch 2 already getting left behind
Send us Fan Mail Xbox rarely says the quiet part out loud, but this week they come close. George and RGT unpack a massive leadership statement that admits real pain points, from pricing fatigue to a fragmented console experience, plus a sharper focus on PC, cloud gaming, and what “daily active...
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Lana del Ney ! - 007 First Light theme reveal
Send us Fan Mail OLL 26 in Norwich hits that rare sweet spot where a retro gaming event feels both exciting and genuinely comfortable. We talk about why the Epic Studios venue gave off a GamesMaster-style studio vibe, how John and the team kept everything running smoothly, and what it’s like when...
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Xbox Tweaks Achievements And Suddenly PlayStation Fans Want Trophy Love
Send us Fan Mail PS5 trophy hunters are getting restless, Nintendo fans are debating an $80 Elden Ring on Switch 2, and Xbox is suddenly racking up “micro wins” that feel bigger than they should. We sit down and talk through the stories behind the headlines, then pull them back to the real...
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Nintendo drops Mario for who ?
Send us Fan Mail Easter week starts with a simple message that immediately goes off the rails: share the egg. From there, we settle into what we’ve been playing across console, Switch, PS Portal, and PC handheld life, and the list is wonderfully weird. RGT finishes Bang Average Football and...
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PS5 Prices Rise Again And We Ask Why
Send us Fan Mail PS5 prices going up this late in the generation feels wrong, and we don’t sugarcoat it. George and RGT dig into Sony’s newly announced PS5, PS5 Pro, and PS Portal price increases, what’s being blamed (tariffs, supply pressure, RAM demand), and why it lands so badly when players...
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Shenmue 3 Costs Two Hundred Bucks And Still Might Need A Patch
Send us Fan Mail A game called Bang Average Football has no right to be this addictive, and yet it completely derails our week. We talk through the exact moment it clicks: the Stardew-style town loop, the light RPG quests that drip-feed stat upgrades, and the surprisingly satisfying matches that...
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If The Next Xbox Is A PC What Is A Console
Send us Fan Mail A game can look like a glitchy mess to everyone watching and still feel amazing in your hands and Cairn is our proof. We break down why its limb-by-limb climbing, stamina management, and piton “mini-saves” create real tension and real relief, the kind of accomplishment most…
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Why Console Exclusives Might Be Back And What That Means For Players
Send us Fan Mail A horror game that makes you pause, breathe, and come back braver. A port on Switch 2 that shouldn’t look this good. And a platform holder that might be quietly ending the PC honeymoon. This week we dive into Resident Evil Requiem’s two‑minded design—high‑octane third‑person set...
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Cats, Cars, And Consoles: When Breeding Kittens Preps You For Gran Turismo
Send us Fan Mail A cat-breeding tactics roguelike that plays like Fire Emblem meets house management, a physics-forward indie platformer channeling N64 energy, and a survival-strategy Star Trek game that’s equal parts engrossing and maddening—this week’s journey is a snapshot of where gaming…
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A Studio Shuts, A Space RPG Pivots, And A Cult Golf RPG Steals The Show
Send us Fan Mail A PS3 classic gets its flowers, a remake titan goes dark, and space RPG promises meet reality. We kick off with Infamous, celebrating the late-game difficulty, clever traversal design, and that unforgettable twist that still shocks. It’s a perfect reminder that bold storytelling...
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PlayStation State Of Play: Hits, Surprises, And What’s Worth Your Time
Send us Fan Mail If you’ve been waiting for a PlayStation showcase that actually lands, this is the one. We kick off with what we’ve been playing—FF7 Rebirth, Art of Rally’s glorious adaptive triggers, and a guilty fling with Need for Speed: The Run—then dive into a State of Play that surprised…
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Why GTA Clones Still Matter Even When They Don’t Win
Send us Fan Mail What if the games we finish fastest tell us the most about what we love? That question runs through this week’s ride as we finish Sleeping Dogs, return to Infamous on PS3, and unearth a shockingly good £2 ARPG on PSP. We dig into why “GTA clones” can still hit hard—when combat...
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Indie Heat And Final Fantasy Feels
Send us Fan Mail A cozy fishing sim, a classic turned modern, and a debate that might change how you buy games this year. We kick off with Cast and Chill on Switch—the prettiest pixel art water you’ll see—then jump straight into Final Fantasy I Pixel Remaster, where party roles, fast saves, and...
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The Poncies 2025 - Game of the year 2025
Send us Fan Mail The suits were sharp, the jokes were chaotic, and the wings were hot—perfect conditions for the Ponsies, our annual Game of the Year awards engineered by Seb’s “committee” of number-crunchers. We opened the books on four very different gaming diets and found a story that spanned...
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We Compare Rebirth’s Open World To Horizon, Xenoblade, And Breath Of The Wild
Send us Fan Mail Final Fantasy VII Rebirth grabbed us by the scruff and reminded us how an open world can feel alive without drowning you in chores. We dig into why the new exploration loop works—think the curiosity of Breath of the Wild, the gathering rhythm of Horizon, and a dash of Xenoblade’s...
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300 Episodes Of Chaos, Heart, And Games
Send us Fan Mail Three hundred episodes in and we still can’t shut up about games, community, and the wild lore that got us here. We kick off with the triumphant return of OG Tom, celebrate the 300th with heartfelt thanks, and then dive into a stacked “what we’re playing” that spans razor-sharp...
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He Wore Speedos, We Wore Nostalgia: The UCP Holiday Special
Send us Fan Mail Ever wish a new release felt like the best parts of the 16-bit era without the grind or the guesswork? That’s the spark behind our deep dive into Terminator 2D: No Fate—an affectionate, modern-built throwback that marries beat-em-up grit, run-and-gun pacing, and side-scrolling...
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From Switch 2 Shine To PS2 Grit: Hades 2, Red Dead Redemption, And The Getaway Revisited
Send us Fan Mail Hades 2 feels like the rare sequel that actually earns its extra systems. We dig into the above world’s health-drain tension, smart spellcrafting, and why a simple fishing rod supports progression without padding the grind. Then we pivot into Red Dead Redemption’s PS5 upgrade and...
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Solo Save: Games, News, And Q&A
Send us Fan Mail Ever have a week where you just want a straight hit of games, news, and honest opinions without the fluff? That’s the energy today. I kick things off with Hades 2 on Switch 2 and why its small, thoughtful touches—like audio cues that swell into boss fights—make it the perfect...
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Switch 2 unable to outsell PS5 !!?!?
Send us Fan Mail This week George and the infamous RGT get stuck in with your latest weekly dose of the worlds favourite gaming podcast. They touch on what they’ve been playing with RGT struggling with a burgeoning Hades 2 addiction and George being George and he’s playing a broken simulator from…
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Steam Machine Priced Like A PC? Our Wallets Just Rage Quit
Send us Fan Mail A shooter can live or die by how it feels in your hands. That’s where we start: unpacking why Halo’s air control and sticky mid-jump chaos still feel unmatched, while Resistance 2’s heavier, cover-first design delivers a different kind of tension. From checkpoint pain to flow...
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Games Were Better When They Were Bold
Send us Fan Mail What if the best gaming experiences aren’t the biggest, but the most focused? We kick off with Resistance 2 and talk through how creepier enemies, smarter encounters, and a tighter campaign deliver more satisfaction than bloated epics. It’s a reminder that balance matters, and...
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Pokemon Legends Reimagined, Devolver’s Indie Rush, And The PS Portal’s Big Swing
Send us Fan Mail A real-time Pokémon that actually feels dangerous, a breakout-bullet-hell roguelike we can’t put down, and a PlayStation handheld that just became useful overnight—this week goes hard on design, value, and where gaming is headed next. We start with Pokémon Legends Z-A, which…
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Subscriptions and decks of steam
Send us Fan Mail Sometimes it’s best just to talk it out , Seb and George get stuck into some of gaming most interesting topics - why is George still not on steam deck , what’s happening with the current gaming subscriptions ? Support the show Join our fantastic discord…
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Indie Wins, Consoles Wobble, Players Adapt
Send us Fan Mail Big year. Bigger questions. We kick things off with that familiar tug between what we used to play and what actually fits life now — and it turns out single-player indies are meeting the moment. Expedition 33 becomes our touchstone: a sharp blend of turn-based planning and...
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Your number one weekly gaming podcast for all the latest Sony Playstation , Microsoft Xbox , Nintendo Switch and PC News. Retrospectives , Readers Mail and Industry Chat.
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