CORE 444: Everything is Classic Now 
Published: Thu, 14 Nov 2024
Description: Warcraft had a lot of stuff to say for their 30th anniversary, including a new battle-chest of Warcraft RTS's to buy, and a load of classic and retail wow updates. Did someone say Player Housing? Yes, Blizzard did. Also, OLED Stream Deck gets a white model, Stellar Blade coming to PC next year, Baldur's Gate 3 is all over the Vatican, we know how much Nintendo is suing Palworld for, MK1 gets Ghostface, about a month too late, but he's rad, and MORE! All that we played, plus Dear Martha and the usual weirdness, all on today's CORE show!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDDragon Age: The VeilguardSCOTTRed Dead RedemptionTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Splintered FateSonic X Shadow GenerationsJONVampire Survivors: Ode to CastlevaniaFinal Fantasy XIV 7.1 CrossroadsBEAUJust Dragon Age this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/67367be4b5b782320e76a4ae/media.mp3
CORE 443: Switch Back
Published: Thu, 07 Nov 2024
Description: We have codes to win! Also, Switch 2 confirmed to let you play older games still. Warcraft 2 remastered is apparently happening on Steam. Funny note to add to the Ubisoft NFT game story. Bioware is not doing DA:VG DLC, instead moving right to Mass Effect. PS5 Pro reviews seem a little flat. Yakuza loses its creator. Virtua Fighter is coming back! The games we played, your feedback and more!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDDragon Age The VeilguardWoWSCOTTBat BoyRoad 96Dead EstateJONVampire Survivors: Ode to Castlevania DLCBEAUTimberborn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/672d41933534701770d124c8/media.mp3
CORE 442: Candy CORE-n
Published: Thu, 31 Oct 2024
Description: Sony kills two studios this week. Ubisoft launched that NFT game. Path of Exile 2 gets pushed a few weeks. Games preservation got road blocked. Red Dead 1 is out now. Atari VCS is cheap for a minute. Redfall's downfall might be different than you think. All the halloween sales are happening. Dear Martha! Dragon Age thoughts, though VERY early. Games we played, and your texts and emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6723fcacd85a37ba092b17fb/media.mp3
CORE 441: Netflix and Purge
Published: Fri, 25 Oct 2024
Description: Netflix kills their 2 year old AAA gaming studio. For reasons. Vampire Survivors goes back to it's inspiration. Do we have the best list of the 25 scariest horror games? Blizzard really want's your ninety bucks. Metal Slug: Tactics gets a tactical release date. Squadron 42 might finally happen. Spider-Man 2 coming to PC with some strings attached. This week's platform deals! Dear Martha! Games we played this week, and loads more!GAMES WE PLAYEDSHAREDLynked: Banner of the SparkSCOTTNew World AeturneumCitadelumRoundguardJONMetaphor: ReFantazioNo Man's SkySonic X Shadow GenerationsNext set of UFO 50 games:- Campanella - Arcade - flying saucer action- Golfaria - Adventure - Golf meets Adventure game- The Big Bell Race - Sport - Campanella racing- Warp Tank - Adventure/Puzzle - Teleporting blaster masterBEAUBatman: Arkham Shadow D4 Vessel of HatredRavenswatch 1.0Factorio Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/671b17fce1ae5a1f28172bf1/media.mp3
CORE 440: Leak-a-chu
Published: Fri, 18 Oct 2024
Description: There was a pretty big Pokemon leak, and it's kinda weird. Plus, XDefiant may or may not be closed down soon. Bandai Namco lays off a load of workers in a strange way. The next Bond games will be about a much younger James, says IO Interactive. God of War for TV just got dumped and started over from nothing. FTC making it easier to unsub. Cyberpunk gets a rad expensive statue for you to buy. Dear Martha! The games we played, and emails and calls today on CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6711d8efe61104a199b4dad1/media.mp3
CORE 439: Hell, it's about time!
Published: Fri, 11 Oct 2024
Description: Halo going full Unreal 5, and Master Chief looking a little thicc! Red Dead 1 finally comes to PC 14 years on. Play Nice: We are reading it, and we will have thoughts. Paradox does not like their rep. Nintendo wants you to wake up and snooze. We predicted something in a horror game. Sunderfolk is coming from Dreamhaven. Our gameplay this week, Dear Martha, your comments and more! Like the meaning of Meatus.GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDDiablo IV - Vessel of HatredVictory Heat RallySCOTTPinball SpireVictory Heat RallyMore WoW, Crime Scene Cleaner, Cat's Quest IIIJONDragon Ball: Sparking! ZEROMega Man X 1-4UFO 50:- Attractics Arcade Strategy - Devilition Puzzle Strategy - Kick Club Arcade Platform - Avianos StrategyBEAU
Planescape: TormentWoWBg3 multiplayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/67089b34f3f0d7a882110855/media.mp3
CORE 438: Emulate THIS!
Published: Fri, 04 Oct 2024
Description: What games are we getting in October? Plus, Nintendo killing more emulation and Youtube creators, Starfield's DLC might not be all that great, FF14 making more dungeons solo-friendly, Like a Dragon: Yakuza gets it's TV trailer on Prime, Diablo 4 expansion hits monday, Dear Martha, our week in games, a phone call and a MASHUP! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66ff67809c11fb17d2d3705b/media.mp3
CORE 237: Cast No Shadows
Published: Fri, 27 Sep 2024
Description: GamePass support kinda blows! Plus what the hell is happening at Ubi with the delay of AC Shadows, and the weird pullout of all the fall events? Well, we get into it. Plus, the next Yakuza game is a pirate game. Sony State of Play happened. The Play Nice book released an excerpt. Meta announces a new mid-tier headset. Space Marine II patch fixes some things. All the stuff we played, Martha, and your msgs and more!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDBeau and Scott raided in wow!SCOTTUtopia Must FallBeyond GalaxylandJONStar Wars OutlawsUFO 50Balatro on mobileBEAUPlanescape Torment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66f6255aacfe1ec5ec5e0a9a/media.mp3
CORE 436: Best Pal in a Suit
Published: Fri, 20 Sep 2024
Description: Time for CORE, and that means, time for Switch 2 leaks, PS6 CPU's, Nintendo rattling legal sabers at Palworld, Square not happy with anything ever, and Sony going all throwback this week! Plus all the games we played, Dear Martha, your calls and texts and more!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDWoW: The War WithinSCOTTBeat ‘What The Car’Satisfactory 1.0Steam Family Sharing testedJONWild Bastards The Plucky SquireShowgun ShowdownBEAUPlanescape: Torment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66ece6bd33bbf1325de406ee/media.mp3
CORE 435: The Playstation Bump
Published: Fri, 13 Sep 2024
Description: We have a contest for Space Marine II wannabes! Also, Sony wants to give you a PS5 Pro, but for a hefty price. Worth it? Let's talk about it. Plus games we played, Dear Martha, The Crew 2 being a dollar, more games division cuts at Microsoft, Satisfactory finally out of early access, Steam Families is in full launch, railgun damage is being quadrupled in Helldivers 2, a couple calls, and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66e3b62fb3f093eeccfa2357/media.mp3
CORE 434: Gone-Cord
Published: Sat, 07 Sep 2024
Description: So, let's talk about Concord. Wild how quickly things went bad. What does it say about the saturation of team based shooters, and how hard it is for even Sony to wedge one in? Lots to say here. Plus all the games we played this week, Dear Martha, the games of September, Minecraft trailer hitting, No Man's Sky getting fishing, Balatro coming to mobile, BG3 gets some extra stuff, and how about a Cyberpunk board game? Your feedback and more!GAMES PLAYEDJOINT GAMESWar WithinWarhammer 40K Space Marine IISCOTTStar TruckerShapez 2PeglinJONBlack Myth WukongPeglin, and a few bits and bobsBEAUDeadlockBaldur's Gate 3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66dbb721e3cb6d8da9b5758c/media.mp3
CORE 433: Pay or Die
Published: Fri, 30 Aug 2024
Description: Let's get some chatter going about Early Access in 2024, and what that means. It's not just indies on Steam we're talking about. BIG major releases this month made us ask some questions about the idea, and what we would like to see moving forward. Plus our time in WoW, Star Wars Outlaws, Peglin, and more. Dear Martha, Diablo news, CD Projekt Red and some updates, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66d148439035bd07d754708f/media.mp3
CORE 431: Video Games With a 'Z'
Published: Fri, 16 Aug 2024
Description: We have important things to say about our guilds, why Scott was in Irvine this week, and why playing Shapez 2 this week is in your best interest. But that's not all. WoW prep for an expansion and soon. Having the Dark Urge to play BG3 again. Why Fortnite and Disney are best friends. How Dragon Age IV is shaping up for it's just announced Oct 31st release date. Steam OS coming to more than just Steam Decks and soon. Hi-Fi Rush gets new life with PUBG publisher. Martha, emails, calls and more!SCOTTShapez 2WoWSteamworld Heist IIJONBaldur's Gate 3 Paladin/Dark Urge play-throughBEAUYakuza KiwamiOverwatchCyberpunk 2077 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66bec0ea4a224df83ad9e732/media.mp3
CORE 430: The Bear Won
Published: Sat, 10 Aug 2024
Description: Get your Blue Shell game mats while they last on Frogpants.shop! Also, let's talk about kissing bears in BG3. GameInformer going belly. Borderlands getting some baaaaad reviews. Fortnite made a goof. Yakuza is getting a TV show? That's what we hear. All the emails, texts, tangents and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66b6df99eda70b6bfd3663e9/media.mp3
CORE 429: For Instance
Published: Fri, 02 Aug 2024
Description: Something cool coming this month from The Frogpants Network! Bungie did layoffs, no one is happy cept a CEO we think. A look at the games of August. Logitech wants you to pay a sub for a mouse. Jonathan Blow says sales for Braid Remaster BLOW. Dragon Age 4 gets a release date soon, but nothing before October 2024. Civ7 getting a big showing at Gamescom coming up! GAMES PLAYEDSCOTTWorld of Warcraft and War Within pre-patch contentTiny Terry's Turbo TripShapez 2(still playing FF14 in bed...like a weirdo.)JONPath of Exile - on Act 4Final Fantasy XIVVisions of Mana DemoFortniteBEAUYakuza: Infinite WealthTiny Tina's Wonderlands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66ac4f5de65b9fd5b000a6d2/media.mp3
CORE 428: The War Within What?
Published: Fri, 26 Jul 2024
Description: Our guild went cross realm today! Also, Bethesda and Blizzard got unions! Diablo and Whoopi are pals again. Humble Games goes dark. Fallout London is OUT! Did John get his Cybertruck in Fortnite? Dragon Age 4 will work for the Steam Deck and wont require an EA launcher. We like that news a lot. Emails, Dear Martha, games we played and more!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDNo Man's SkyFinal Fantasy 14 Elden RingSCOTTWorld of Warcraft: War Within Pre-Patch JONCrab Champions, Bore BlastersRivenPath of ExileBEAUZZZ! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66a31aabda04fe6bd439d489/media.mp3
CORE 427: Mario Runs That Way
Published: Fri, 19 Jul 2024
Description: Welcome to the CORE podcast, where we have thoughts on all things gaming, including new Comscore data showing gamers might be caring about ads in games differently than you think. Plus, the Deadpool bum controllers, Diablo and the new Spiritborn class, the new NMS update, and Concord getting some nice pre-release love from players. Plus a souls-like phone call, and more!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDFF14Elden RingNo Man's Sky updateSCOTTCrab ChampionsBomb Rush CyberFunnkAce Combat 7: Skys UnknownJONSee Shared!BEAUMore ZZZ! (not sleep) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6699e12d25946be334323ba1/media.mp3
CORE 426: Game? Pass.
Published: Fri, 12 Jul 2024
Description: CORE 426: Game? Pass.So the inevitable happened. MS is raising the price of GamePass across the board, and introducing a lower tier that kinda sucks. We have all kinds of thoughts on it, and one us even dumped it. Also, are transformers skins enough to get Jon back into Overwatch 2? Probably not. Ayaneo retro console looks pretty cool (it's more a mini PC but still seems great for emu). Nintendo takes public stance to not use generative AI. CCP will making Eve Online open-source in order to ensure the MMO can live on forever. Darktide overhauling weapon progression, adding mastery xp and making it more progression focused rather than RNG. All that and your feedback.SHARED PLAY THIS WEEKFinal Fantasy XIVJon beat the Dawntrail MSQScott beat ARR and is working on HeavenswardSCOTTQuest MasterBZZZT!Megacopter: Blades of the GoddlessJONShin Megami Tensei V: VengeanceBEAUElden RingZenless Zone ZeroGot the VR lenses! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66909f6b5d66becbc60e5f9d/media.mp3
CORE 425: The Merlwybs We Weave
Published: Sat, 06 Jul 2024
Description: It's the summer of all summers! So what the heck are we doing inside? Well, making a podcast about Final Fantasy expansions, Elden Ring DLC, and how to kill loads of other robots using your robot. Plus Watch Dogs finally getting that rumored movie treatment. Xbox servers being back from the dead. Dear Martha! Buying things too early even for early access and preorder bonus reasons. And more! GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDElden RingFinal Fantasy XIVSCOTTDice and FoldAstral AscentRoboQuestJONJust FFBEAUALL Elden Ring, but he did get a new controller! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6688b48919ce290b0b92e831/media.mp3
CORE 424: Hard Core Horse Man
Published: Fri, 28 Jun 2024
Description: Elden Ring fans are having a pretty good week, if not a hard week. :) Oh, and that means we are all playing Elden Ring again, including Scott. (With mixed results.) FF14 is about to have a big week themselves. Let's talk about it. Steam getting a recording mode. How many of your games are just setting on the shelf? Why people are playing that stupid Banana game. LoL gets all Vampirey and Survivory. WoW SoD phase 4 hitting soon. Xbox Cloud Gaming coming to Amazon TV's. Capcom is remaking Dead Rising and we are stoked. Dear Martha, calls, texts and more!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDElden Ring and DLCSCOTTWayfinderDice and FoldArmored Core 6JONFinal Fantasy 14 prep for Dawntrail tomorrow! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/667e30e891bcf9d0d4a72cb3/media.mp3
CORE 423: Zelda Actual
Published: Fri, 21 Jun 2024
Description: Nintendo is making a Zelda game where you play as Zelda?? Awesome. But shouldn't they call it The Legend of Link? Also, the rest of the Nintendo Direct. Oh and welcome to Elden Ring DLC week. You all know what you have to do. Plus Dear Martha, Nvida overtaking Microsoft in the World's Most Valuable Company wars, and Sony ending their rewards program. Your texts and more too!GAMES PLAYEDSHAREDElden RingSCOTTWayfinderDeath Must DieEnshroudedJONDragon AgeDawntrail FFXIV prep continues!BEAUFarthest Frontier Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6674ec89d93b3d0012b56853/media.mp3
CORE 422: Smells Like E3
Published: Fri, 14 Jun 2024
Description: A massive look at the massive list of games talked about at Summer Games Fest, Xbox Showcase, PC Gaming, and Ubisoft Forward. We break down our most anticipated, and how this non-E3 time of year stacks up to the years of yore. Plus all the usual stuff. Come for the games, stay for the Lake Runs! GAMES PLAYEDSCOTTMinishoot AdventureSKALD: Against the Black PrioryThe new SP model from Ambernic, thx to Brian Dunaway!JONMetal Slug Tactics DemoElden Ring prepping for the DLCFinal Fantasy XIVBEAUDOOM Eternal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/666bb1a3899a1b0012ed1bb6/media.mp3
CORE 421: CORE & Summer Games Fest 2024
Published: Fri, 07 Jun 2024
Description: Join Scott Jon and Beau as they see what this year's Games Fest has to offer. Full commentary here. If you prefer the video version, we will link to that as well below!Video: https://youtube.com/live/tKJEliODsOk?feature=share Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6663943edb997d00121ae6c0/media.mp3
CORE 420: Can't Take It With You
Published: Sat, 01 Jun 2024
Description: Sony had a big State of Play, and we dissect it game by game. Plus, Black Ops 6 going day and date on GamePass. Playstation explaining the difference between their single player and multiplayer games on PC release schedule. We look at why Steam libraries will die with their owners. Riot has a price package that is a real riot. Dear Martha, and a text about being a late gamer on purpose. Plus loads more!GAMES PLAYEDSCOTTThe Rogue Prince of PersiaArchaeogemDarkest Dungeon IIRailboundAssassin's Creed OdysseyJONDuck Detective: The Secret SalamiFinal Fantasy XIVBEAUHeroes of the StormFabledomWoW SoD addons game Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/665a9145f09faa001278fa0f/media.mp3
CORE 419: No Sale!
Published: Sat, 25 May 2024
Description: There's a new study saying we are less interested in deep strategy games. Let's dig through that a bit and see what makes sense. Also, we played a load of games. (see below for more.) MS trying to buy valve rumors is horse poop. Arrowhead saw a big change this week, all in service to players according to the CEO. Fortnite is getting all kinds of Fallout stuff, and possible Mad Max stuff, maybe even today. Your emails and texts and lost more on today's CORE podcast!GAMES PLAYEDSCOTTRise of The Tomb RaiderArctic EggsStarted FabledomJONFinal Fantasy XIVBEAUMullet Mad Jack finished!WoW SoD, SC2, played some Heroes of the StormGot phished! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66515d1e7acd560012a91e71/media.mp3
CORE 418: Loot Too Point Oh
Published: Fri, 17 May 2024
Description: We have some cool giveaways today, so get ready for that! Also, Dear Martha tackles gaming controversy. Plus Square is going full multi-platform, Tomb Raider is coming to TV, Assassin's Creed Shadows officially coming this year. Capcom is working on a remake of RE1 again. Sony did the thing we all thought they did with Helldivers 2. Frustrated devs on Steam, and your texts and emails and more!GAMES PLAYEDSCOTTInstruments of DestructionGenopanicAnimal Well(More F4, Diablo IV, Rotwood, Farm Together 2, and Cyberpunk)JONVampire Survivors - Operation Guns DLCDiablo IV - Loot 2.0 againAnimal WellBEAURotwoodMullet MadjackTerra Nil Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6646cc1ab9914900123a1d2c/media.mp3
CORE 417: Industry Flux
Published: Fri, 10 May 2024
Description: These layoffs and closures at Microsoft, affecting studios like Arkane Austin and Tango Gameworks. The silence from Phil Spencer raises questions about the future of AAA gaming and highlights the negative impacts of industry consolidation, a topic that Ybarra has also commented on, albeit controversially. Helldivers 2 drama ends, kind of, and new inductees into the Video Game Hall of Fame. The upcoming Rogue-Like DLC for Wildermyth and the discontinuation of sharing Nintendo Switch screenshots to Twitter. Your texts too! GAMES WE PLAYEDSCOTTV Rising 1.0Farm Together 2Rusty's RetirementMore fallout 4JONCyberPunk 2077Animal WellBEAUHades 2Manor LordsWoW, BG3, etc. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/663d8d5ccede820013c59930/media.mp3
CORE 416: Whatever, Todd.
Published: Sat, 04 May 2024
Description: Las Vegas happened and there were rad arcade games there. Also DnD sessions with newcomers. Jon airs his thoughts on the potential demise of console gaming despite minimal research. New PSN requirements for Helldivers 2 and Todd Howard's comments on speeding up the release of major Bethesda titles. Listener emails and texts and more!GAMES WE PLAYEDSCOTTFallout 4Monster TrainDelta emulation on the roadFeed The KrakenJONStellar BladeA little Fallout 4CyberPunk 2077Pokemon LeafGreen on DeltaBEAUManor LordWoW SoDBG3 Multiplayer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6635a83921435d00123e4826/media.mp3
CORE 415: Kenzera Ask You A Question?
Published: Fri, 26 Apr 2024
Description: Where did that beard go? Also, people should use Delta. The one on your phones. :) Should Bethesda get a pass for bugs 8 years on? Dear Martha is back! Blizzcon is NOT happening this year. Xbox is making a branded Quest VR unit. Yoshi P is done with dark fantasy. Samus almost made it into Fortnite. Calls, emails and more!Use code COREGAMING to get an exclusive 60% off an annual Incogni plan: incogni.com/coregaming Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/662b188b7c82d00012b4eeaa/media.mp3
CORE 414: Falling Out and Falling Back In
Published: Fri, 19 Apr 2024
Description: So it turns out Fallout on TV is rad, and we have lots of thoughts, with ZERO spoilers. As a result, some of us delved back into Fallout 4 and 76 with a weird twist. Also, confirmed leaks about PS5 Pro specs and PlayStation's new PC trophy feature this week. Todd Howard says no dates on Fallout 5. Hades 2 had a big test. Golden Axe gets animated at Comedy Central. Heist 2 is here to make us happy. Your texts too! And some calls on the other side.GAMES THIS WEEK:SCOTTAll the Fallouts, especially 76Final Fantasy 14Buckshot RouletteJONSpell RogueBalatroNeiR ReplicantBEAUNo Rest For The WickedStarcraft 2WoW SoD BG3 Multiplayer Run Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6621db1a71143f0012c5fdfb/media.mp3
CORE 413: Merlwyb Bloefhiswyn Called
Published: Sat, 13 Apr 2024
Description: Lots to discuss and none of it has to do with girls faces. Time to highlight BAFTA Awards Winners, the Fallout TV show's critical acclaim, and Microsoft/Blizzard's new deal with Netease, despite previous breakdowns. We hit on the absence of Dead Space 2 Remake and the reasons why, the pricey Ubisoft SW game, and Microsoft/Xbox's progress on their next console. Seems like that thing is full steam ahead. Listener emails and texts, including recommendations for Blood Bowl 3 and excitement over Slay the Spire 2's announcement. And more! (Dear Martha too!)GAMES WE PLAYED THIS WEEKSCOTTDead Island 2Final Fantasy 14Spell RogueBalatroHotwheels 2JONNieR ReplicantFortniteGranblue Fantasy: RelinkBalatroBEAUWorld of Warcraft phase 3- Scored Sul'Thraze the Lasher on day 2- Sunken Temple- Much more WoW biz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6619ed8b2732af00171ee962/media.mp3
CORE 412: The Six Year Itch
Published: Fri, 05 Apr 2024
Description: What to do with a Sonic balloon. The dominance of older games in recent research is a little eyeopening, raising questions on innovation and project impacts. Dear Martha delves into gamer drama, while BAFTA polls honor Lara Croft. Notable points about System Shock remake update and some other side news. Plus, emails and texts!WHAT WE PLAYED:SCOTT GAMESDarksidersDarksiders IISongs of ConquestAFK JourneyJON GAMESMore No Man's Sky, Baldur's Gate 3, WWE 2K24, and Helldivers 2Dragons Dogma 2Final Fantasy XIV's XVI eventLegend of Korra in FortniteBEAU GAMESSolo Adventures in HearthstoneShogun ShowdownSpellRogueFights in Tight SpacesGriftlands Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/660f6b56d6f03f0017c88dcc/media.mp3
CORE 411: Dogmatic Devotion
Published: Fri, 29 Mar 2024
Description: The whole world seems to be playing Dragon's Dogma 2, but not us. Wonder what's up with that! Also, we've a discussion about Phil Spencer's concerns regarding the gaming industry growth and Xbox's strategy shift. Interesting stuff. Other news includes Stardew Valley's revived success, Take 2 acquiring Gearbox, and Relic becoming independent again. Emails clarifying male anatomy terms and a text suggesting a new co-op game, Plate Up!, and a giveaway of a Mobius Gaming Laptop from DogHouse Systems! SCOTT PLAYEDLightyear FrontierDying Light 2: Stay HumanSerious start to Crusader Kings IIIThe System Shock remakeAnd some usuals.JON PLAYEDBaldur's Gate 3No Man's Sky new updateBEAU PLAYEDStarcraft 2 Coop commandersWoW ClassicHL2 in VR! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/66062efa2144e50017d5a240/media.mp3
CORE 410: More For Sweatys
Published: Fri, 22 Mar 2024
Description: Ubisoft unveiled an AI-driven virtual assistant, offering visual and audio features. And it kinda sucks. Scott explored Lightyear Frontier and Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, while Jon enjoyed Civilization VI and Baldur's Gate 3. Beau made progress in Like A Dragon and tried Timberborn and Plunderstorm. Blizzard's WoW Battle Royale mode, BG3 news, and Stardew Valley's record-breaking update. Also, Margot Robbie plans a Sims movie, while Nvidia predicts AI-generated games within a decade. Emails and texts and more!SHARED PLAYRavenswatchSCOTT PLAYEDLightyear Frontier (Gamepass, Steam)Enslaved: Odyssey to the West (Steam)Need for Speed: Hot Pursuit (Steam...insanely on sale)(more BORE Blasters...so hooked...and other stuff from last couple weeks)JON PLAYEDCiv 6Baldur's Gate 3BEAU PLAYEDPlunderstorm (wow)Classic WoWTiberbornLike a Dragon Infinite Wealth Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65fcf5bee888210017593582/media.mp3
CORE 409: Very Very Pretty
Published: Sat, 16 Mar 2024
Description: On this episode of CORE: The woes of moving house. Scott got a Playstation Portal and is excited about several games including Unicorn Overlord and Granblue Fantasy Relink as a result. Jon has been busy moving but has also been playing WWE 2K24 and building FROG Wreslting 2.0. Beau has been playing WoW, FF7 Remake/Rebirth, and Spider-Man 2. We get breaking news about a PS5 Pro rumor. In the news, the controversy surrounding the recent release of STAR WARS™: Battlefront Classic Collection, the surprising success of Sea of Thieves pre-orders on PS5, and the announcement of Summer Games Fest. They also discuss the passing of Dragonball Z creator Akira Toriyama. The episode ends with a listener-submitted dad joke and some calls and stuff!SCOTT GAMESThe Playstation PortalUnicorn OverlordGranblue Fantasy RelinkBORE BlastersHonkai Star RailJON GAMESWWE 2k4BEAU GAMESWoW SoDFF 7 RemakeFF 7 RebirthSpider-Man 2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65f5069eda458200168d3fe1/media.mp3
CORE 408: Earnest Cheese
Published: Fri, 08 Mar 2024
Description: The Microsoft Partner Game Stream revealed several new games including Unknown 9: The Awakening, a magical adventure set in India, and Alters: All By Myselves, a creepy survival game. Existing franchises like Final Fantasy 14 and Stalker are getting new content or remasters. The stream also showed footage from upcoming games like Frostpunk 2 and a Persona 3 remake. The crew discusses what they've been playing this week, including Scott's retro trip on GBA and where that led him into Anime game town. Beau's adventures in FF7 Rebirth and Helldivers 2, as well as wow. Other news includes the addition of mechs to Helldivers, a new Fallout trailer, and Ghosts of Tsushima coming to PC. Plus your calls! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65ea8804176cc40016d9b238/media.mp3
CORE 407: Lay Off the Layoffs
Published: Fri, 01 Mar 2024
Description: It's DUNE II week, and we are excited! Sony and EA are the latest to impose some fairly hefty layoffs and we spend some time talking about the games that got hit along with the people. Plus what some smaller studios are planning to do. Theres more to talk about with Helldivers II and what might be next. Plus, Jon has an answer to the Balatro controversy. The games we played, plus Epic hackers, GameScent and Inkbound nearly cooked! Emails and texts and more!SHARED PLAYHelldivers IISCOTT PLAYEDTales of AriseRegency Solitaire IIMore No Man's Sky, Balatro, and AC: Black FlagJON PLAYEDBalatroDark Forces RemasterQuickies: Pacific Drive, No Man's Sky, & Deep Rock Galactic: SurvivorBEAU PLAYEDLast EpochWoW SoD Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65e1493496c1510018060621/media.mp3
CORE 406: Tonight We Dive In Hell
Published: Fri, 23 Feb 2024
Description: Debate on Sonic vs. Mario for kids' toys. A LOAD of games we played (see below). CORE Crush - Co-Op Edition this week! Other news covers the surprise launch of Dead Island 2 on Game Pass, Elden Ring DLC details, the release of the first Borderlands trailer, and Enshrouded reaching 2 million in sales. Texts, voice mails and more!SHARED GAMESHelldivers IILast EpochBalatroSCOTT GAMESGeometry SurvivorsNo Man's SkyJON GAMESWWE2k3 and Frog WrestlingDeep Rock Galactic: SurvivorBEAU GAMESWoW SoD Phase 2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65d80f422e226d00178e9a5f/media.mp3
CORE 405: The Tournament Times
Published: Fri, 16 Feb 2024
Description: Microsoft is expanding its gaming reach by releasing four Xbox titles on other platforms, including Hi-Fi Rush, Pentiment, Sea of Thieves, and Grounded. Furthermore, Diablo 4 will join Game Pass on March 28, marking the beginning of Activision Blizzard games on the service. Microsoft emphasized the need to evolve for long-term success, reassuring the commitment to Xbox hardware. We talk about it. The show's break features a Valentine's Day-themed game, CORE Crush. Other news includes Sony following Microsoft in cross-platform game releases and Diablo's $30 portal pack. Nvidia briefly became the world's third-largest company, and the FCC bans AI voice generation in robocalls. The episode concludes with listener correspondence discussing Palworld's automation element. And more!SHARED PLAYDeep Rock Galactic: SurvivorSCOTT PLAYALL the Unreal TournamentsWH40K: DarktideThe Mobius MachineBlack SkylandsBEAU PLAYHelldivers 2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65ced4ec8eaf0000168d95ab/media.mp3
CORE 404: Bring The Big Guy
Published: Fri, 09 Feb 2024
Description: To start, elite controller takes more damage than a toe when dropped on a hard floor. Darktide and the Tribes III demo were great for all of us. Scott played Unreal Tournament 99 and Hellcard. Jon played Rotwood, Star Trucker, and Lightyear Frontier. Beau explores Stormgate's open beta demo, prompting a return to Starcraft 2 co-op commanders amidst the World of Warcraft Shadowlands Phase 2 launch. Rumors of Microsoft Xbox going 3rd Party, a unique Baldur's Gate 3 completion by Proxy Gate Tactician, Disney investing $1.5 billion into Epic for a persistent universe, and Tencent reportedly developing an Elden Ring mobile game akin to Genshin Impact. Core-Spondence promising an intriguing voice mail on the history of dead presidents in office. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65c5985794623a001696e2d4/media.mp3
CORE 403: The Guitar Hero We Need
Published: Fri, 02 Feb 2024
Description: In the latest Sony State of Play, notable announcements include a Metal Gear-like game from Kojima called PHYSINT, a bizarre trailer for Death Stranding 2 featuring puppets and guitar battles, and the stealth launch of Silent Hill: The Short Message, described as a short experimental free-to-play game introducing newcomers to the Silent Hill universe. A remake of Until Dawn for PS5 using Unreal Engine 5 was revealed, and Team Ninja's Rise of The Ronin received a more in-depth look. Other highlights include Metro Awakening VR for PSVR2 and Ken Levine's new game JUDAS, which carries a Bioshock vibe. News about The Suicide Squad, World of Warcraft Classic's GDKP ban in Phase 2 of SoD, the cancellation of Deus Ex by Embracer Group, and the upcoming Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor on February 14th. And your feedback!GAMES WE PLAYED TOGETHER:More Sea of Thieves!Like a Dragon: Infinite WealthGAMES SCOTT PLAYED:Lil' GuardsmanMonster Sanctuary)Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney TrilogyAnd more Forbidden WestGAMES JON PLAYED: Boxes: Lost FragmentsBlazBlue Entropy Effect FROG Wrestling returned yesterday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65bc67ca9425cd00166c8b19/media.mp3
CORE 402: We're All Pals Here
Published: Sat, 27 Jan 2024
Description: Massive layoffs hit the industry, affecting Riot Games and ABK post-Microsoft merger. Notable departures include Mike Ybarra and Adham, with Blizzard canceling a survival game and outsourcing customer service. Concerns arise about Blizzcon's future. The Palworld vs. Pokemon debate unfolds, with accusations of imitation and AI stuff. Scott explores Forbidden West and Timberborn, Jon finishes Yakuza: Like a Dragon, and Beau engages in TTRPG Order & Defiance and ENSHROUDED. Calls and emails and texts too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65b4763c85ae6700168a4972/media.mp3
CORE 401: Old and New at the Same Time
Published: Fri, 19 Jan 2024
Description: GTA 6 is now the second-most viewed game trailer on Youtube. Meanwhile, the Microsoft Developer_Direct '24 event unveiled exciting updates, including Obsidian Entertainment's Avowed coming in the fall, Ninja Theory's Senua's Saga: Hellblade II arriving on May 21st, Square-Enix's Visions of Mana (first new game in 15 years) in the Summer, Oxide's ARA History Untold with mechs and crafting in Fall 2024, and MachineGames' Indiana Jones and the Great Circle set for 2024. Other notable mentions include Diablo IV season 3 details and concerns about Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League. Voice mails and texts too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65a9e2018b01ea00177de41c/media.mp3
CORE 400: Rock & Stone & Gold Splatter
Published: Fri, 12 Jan 2024
Description: How games positively impact work and life patterns, especially Shapez. We played Deep Rock Galactic, with Scott immersed in Horizon Zero Dawn and ChillQuarium. Jon explores Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Final Fantasy X, and Sea of Stars, while Beau tries out MythForce and delves into VR with Dungeons of Eternity. Dear Martha: This Day in Gaming History and highlights news like Brian Cox narrating Tekken's story and updates on Final Fantasy XIV's Dawntrail Expansion. The new PS5 controller version and Season 2 casting for The Last of Us. Insights from a listener about Steam's private games functionality and a gameplay leak for Wolverine, along with a science question! And loads more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65a0b312da9c520016e16c82/media.mp3
CORE 399: Princess Slayed
Published: Fri, 05 Jan 2024
Description: Square-Enix's plan to implement aggressive use of AI in 2024. We have thoughts. Square-Enix's lack of details in their announcements is a problem. Games we played this week were: Shapez, Horizon Zero Dawn, Slay the Princess, Red Dead Redemption II, WoW and Shadows of Doubt in VR. The Dear Martha Reddit Review segment explores a breakup over a favorite game insult. Other news includes a 13-year-old beating Tetris, Mickey Mouse going public domain for a horror game, Jack Black voicing Minecraft Steve, Guardians of the Galaxy free on Epic Games, a Heroes of the Storm remake mod, and a City of Heroes private server receiving an official license. Shoutout to a creator, Michael Betts, for his game Tower Song!! Emails and calls too!GAMES WE PLAYED THIS WEEK:SCOTTShapez (complete obsession now, cant stop wont stop)Horizon Zero Dawn (yeah, you heard me)(just started Pizza Tower)JON: Slay the Princess - Finished itRed Dead Redemption IIStacklandsQuickies: Baldur's Gate 3, Sea of Stars, Final Fantasy X, Yakuza: Like a DragonBEAUWoW SoD continuesShadows of DoubtVR: Dungeons of Eternity with Crofton Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/659776b44043460016e06836/media.mp3
CORE 398: 2023 And Me
Published: Fri, 29 Dec 2023
Description: Well what do we have here? Our year-end MASSIVE round up of the best games of the year, including a load of categories you won't find anywhere else. Check the RSS feed or Patreon for a FULL text list of the games we covered. Can you guess our number one? Listen and find out!Group Category 1 - Most Anticipated Games of 2024: Scott: Space Marine II Shapez 2 Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League Jon: Final Fantasy XIV: Dawntrail Final Fantasy VII Rebirth Dragon's Dogma II (Honorable Mention: Hades 2) Beau: Like A Dragon 2: Infinite Wealth Hades 2? FF7 RebirthGroup Category 2 - Biggest Surprises of 2023: Scott: Robocop Death Must Die The Finals Lethal Company Rogue Trader Jon: Remnant 2 RoboCop: Rogue City Bang on Balls Death Must Die House Flipper 2 Beau: WoW SoD Dead Space Remake was actually really good AR is better than you think (Quest 3 is awesome) M$ actually bought ABK WoW SoDGroup Category 3 - Best Non-2023 Games of 2023: Scott: Mark of The Ninja GW2 WoW: Dragonflight Jon: World of Warcraft - Retail, Classic, & Hardcore Octopath Traveler Transformers: War for Cybertron Beau: Yakuza: Like A Dragon Darktide StacklandsThe CORE Crew's Top 5 Games of the Year: Scott: BG3 Phantom Liberty (yes it counts) Starfield Sea of Stars Diablo IV Jon: Baldur's Gate 3 CyberPunk 2077 w/ Phantom Liberty Final Fantasy XVI Resident Evil 4 Remake Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Beau: Baldur's Gate 3 Dead Space Remake Like A Dragon: The Man Who Erased His Name Wartales Diablo 4CORE's 2023 GAME OF THE YEAR: Baldur's Gate 3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/658e3574983a7c00167a1bd1/media.mp3
CORE 397: Touching in Space
Published: Fri, 22 Dec 2023
Description: Steam Year in Review highlights gaming experiences, shared by Scott, Jon, and Beau. And we played The Finals, Lethal Company, and House Flipper 2 together. Scott played Warhammer 40k: Rogue Trader and An Arcade full of Cats. Jon delves into Bang on Balls, Death Must Die, WWE 2K23, and Fortnite. Beau conquers WoW SoD BFD, VR adventures, BG3, and Diablo 4 winter event. Dear Martha: Steam Reviews! Other News: Bobby Kotick's departure, Insomniac's leaks, Steam's profile game hiding, and Sony's 50m PS5 sales success. Oh and the WoW 2024 roadmap is out and it's kinda great. Your calls and more!SHARED PLAY:The FinalsLethal CompanyHouse Flipper 2SCOTT GAMES:Warhammer 40k: Rogue TraderAn Arcade Full of CatsJON GAMES:Bang on BallsDeath Must DieWWE 2K23FortniteBEAU GAMES:WoW SoD BFDVR: Asgard's Wrath 2VR: Arizone Sunshine 2VR: Lego Brick TalesBG3 Multiplayer ContinuedD4 Winter Event Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6585031ad919770017296661/media.mp3
CORE 396: Study for Finals
Published: Sat, 16 Dec 2023
Description: Old gaming pleasures when your sick! Plus we do a Disco Elysium contest today! The big Day Before mess. The aftermath drama of the Game Awards. Twitch getting into and then out of the boobies game. E3 is dead...for real this time. Dyson Sphere just got a HUGE patch. And here are the games we played this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/657d1b9d54315600171101b0/media.mp3
CORE 394: Headcrab Support Specialist
Published: Fri, 01 Dec 2023
Description: Our ongoing World of Warcraft adventures, Guild Wars 2, Wildermyth, and StarCraft 2 campaigns. Upcoming game news, such as a massive Baldur's Gate 3 patch and Remnant 2 on Game Pass. Netflix gaming acquiring the GTA Trilogy and briefly touch on Fallout coming to Prime. Listener email praising Warcraft Rumble's early gameplay but expressing frustration with the difficulty spike at level 50, raising concerns about the impact of microtransactions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6569566f480dcb00125d3afc/media.mp3
CORE 393: Suck is Forever
Published: Sat, 25 Nov 2023
Description: Welcome to CORE, where we could do the Konami Code in our sleep. Scott Johnson, Beau Schwartz, and Jon Jagger here. Playing a clip about microtransactions from an ex-Blizz guy sets the tone. The main topic is yet to be revealed, but our week in gaming features an abundance of World of Warcraft, with Scott hitting new levels and Jon exploring new features. Scott enjoys Lil Gator Game and Wildfrost on Steam, while Jon dives into Super Mario RPG on Switch and Death Must Die. Beau covers Assassin's Creed Nexus VR, The Expanse, Sun Wukong in Ravenswatch, and Starcraft 2. The break teases news like Valve's Half-Life retrospective and Walking Dead Destinies hitting Xbox bestsellers. Space Marine 2 is delayed, and Eminem is coming to Fortnite. Core-respondence includes an email confirming Beau's insight and a text about scary games, mentioning Martian Gothic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65616beeff691c0012928204/media.mp3
CORE 392: An Honor Just To Be Dominated
Published: Fri, 17 Nov 2023
Description: The Steam Deck 2.0 is a hot topic today. The main discussion revolves around Game Awards nominations like Alan Wake 2, Baldur's Gate 3, Spiderman 2, Resident Evil 4, Super Mario Wonder, and Tears of The Kingdom. Our gaming week features WoW discussions, including a creative solution for Jon's night-time gaming issue. Scott delves into Diablo IV and Backpack Hero on Steam, while Jon shares WWE 2K23 highlights and a Nintendo Switch mystery game. Beau recaps a hardcore WoW Saturday and achievements in Diablo 4 and Like a Dragon Gaiden. Also there's news on Greg and Scott's Word on the Street debut, Baldur's Gate 3's physical edition, Dungeon Keeper 1's KeeperFX mod release after 15 years, Darktide's update, and Samwise Didier's retirement. A call about Inkbound's removal of micro-transactions and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6556944d1a7d7e0012764f84/media.mp3
CORE 391: Back on The Meat Wagon
Published: Fri, 10 Nov 2023
Description: Greg Street doing something exciting! We spill some beans. How were our BlizzCon predictions? We find out. World of Warcraft: Dragonflight and Classic, Diablo IV, and Robocop. Scott high lights the indie game Ooblets. Jon shares experiences with Final Fantasy XIV, Fortnite, Powerwash Simulator, and previews Free-Per View 3 in FROG Wrestling. Beau talks about hardcore WoW, For the King 2, and other games. Dear Martha: Steam Reviews segment, featuring a steamy review for Milfy City - Final Edition. Other news includes GTA VI's announcement, Nintendo's live-action Zelda movie, Valve's privacy update, and SteamDeck's OLED release. Texts and a call! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/654d9b6c07e8cd00124777da/media.mp3
CORE 390: RoboCon
Published: Fri, 03 Nov 2023
Description: BlizzCon 2023 predictions, including topics like WoW, Overwatch, Diablo IV, and potential new releases. This week's games, like Phasmophobia and RoboCop: Rogue City. Greg Street's new studio, Bungie layoffs and delays, Microsoft's ban on third-party controllers, and more. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/65446e58eef8ac00121e3e1a/media.mp3
CORE 389: Wake Me Up, Alan.
Published: Fri, 27 Oct 2023
Description: The episode opens with a teaser about ghostbeef and the unveiling of Lilith statue names. The controversy surrounding Cities: Skylines 2, as it's receiving mixed reviews due to its work-in-progress nature. The hosts discuss the merits of early reviews versus player feedback. In the Our Week in Gaming segment, titles like Return of the Obra Dinn, Marvel's Spider-Man 2, and Diablo 4 S2 Season of Blood. The episode also mentions other news topics, such as the release of Alan Wake 2, the status of Squardon 42, and updates in Heroes of the Storm. Additionally, there's news about Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest London, a Marvel-Hasbro partnership for MTG cards, Twitch's rule changes, and more. Voice mails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/653b2dcd18e0ae0011ce84c4/media.mp3
CORE 388: Spiderphant
Published: Fri, 20 Oct 2023
Description: So which do we nab this week? Super Mario Wonder or Spider-man 2? We delve into the Microsoft ABK merger news. They highlight key points, including Kot-Dick's departure, Phil's plans for old IPs, and the delay of ABK games on GamePass. The hosts also share their recent gaming experiences, covering titles like CyberPunk 2077, Forgive Me Father 2, and Diablo IV. The episode includes a Dear Martha Gameshow segment and a listener's email about a new genre of multitasking games. Additionally, there's a heated discussion about Tim Hortons coffee. For reasons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6531f5869e43d7001252ccdf/media.mp3
CORE 387: Tide Fresh
Published: Fri, 13 Oct 2023
Description: Game developers will be required to use two-factor authentication to update games on Steam starting October 24, 2023. This is to prevent malicious updates.Other news: John Riccitiello resigned as CEO of Unity Software. Diablo IV's second season is well-received. Sony unveiled a smaller, redesigned PS5 with a price hike. Meta Quest 3 launches on October 13, 2023.This week on Shared Play: Cyberpunk 2077, RAGE 2, and Darktide. Voicemails: More about Star Citizen and the way people talk in CP2077. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6528c17e52b38a0011cfbf10/media.mp3
CORE 386: Pretty Sneaky
Published: Fri, 06 Oct 2023
Description: This week on CORE, we discuss a live-action Cyberpunk 2077 project by Anonymous Content, share their gaming experiences with Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty, AC Mirage, and various other titles. They touch on Diablo IV coming to Steam, Naughty Dog layoffs, and Animal Crossing's Lego adaptation. A listener email raises questions about the $600 million development cost of Star Citizen, emphasizing the need to focus on real issues rather than the money spent. And MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/651f812e09346500104cc869/media.mp3
CORE 385: Turn Around
Published: Sat, 30 Sep 2023
Description: Cyberpunk 2077 has made a remarkable turnaround since its disastrous launch in 2020. The game has been patched and updated extensively, and it is now playing well on all platforms. As a result, the game has seen a huge surge in concurrent players, and it is now receiving 9's and 10's reviews from critics and gamers alike.The Core Crew discusses the game's turnaround and why it's worth playing now. They also discuss other news from the gaming industry, such as the departure of Sony chief Jim Ryan, the return of Chris Metzen to Blizzard, and the wave of layoffs around the industry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/651798262843410011b34a87/media.mp3
CORE 384: Leaking
Published: Fri, 22 Sep 2023
Description: Xbox/Microsoft accidentally leaking a lot of information, including new console and controller designs, a courted Nintendo acquisition, and underestimating the value of Baldur's Gate 3. We played: Starfield, DOOM 2016, Persona 5 Royal, Mortal Kombat 1, Frog Wrestling, Cyberpunk 2077, Portal 2 VR Mod, and Farthest Frontier. Dear Martha! Switch version of Mortal Kombat 1 looking really rough, Netherrealm promising fixes, the good Baldur's Gate 3 memey song by Tom Cardy, Final Fantasy XIV getting official TTRPG books, Dead Space Co-Creator Glen Schofield leaving the new studio he helped form to make Callisto Protocol, Bluey the video game launching November 17, and Sea of Thieves adding private servers. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/650d055cdfacb50011803fca/media.mp3
CORE 383: DISUNITY
Published: Fri, 15 Sep 2023
Description: Turns out teens remain hooked on Fortnite, Minecraft, and sometimes Warzone. Unity's clash with game devs, featuring a statement from RedHook, the Darkest Dungeon creators. Unity hasn't backed down yet, sparking worries about costs for Sony and Microsoft. John Riccatello's problematic history (EA) is discussed. Devs are scrambling to switch to Unreal or Gadot engines. Also, check out Scott's top five core games on the MORE CORE video series. In Week in Gaming, Starfield shines, and Fae Farm and WWE 2K23 are mentioned. They later explore Steam reviews and cover news like Sony's State of Play, Nintendo Direct focusing on Switch 2, Cyberpunk 2077's Phantom Liberty trailer, Apple's push for native gaming on new iPhones, Dune Spice Wars' 1.0 launch, and Xbox's GamePass CORE. We end with emails and texts, including a fan's Oct-Beau-ber Fest suggestion for Beau's full-time gig and someone confessing they've never played Half-Life 2. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6503d06ccb582e0011e88025/media.mp3
CORE 382: Dragon Beef II
Published: Fri, 08 Sep 2023
Description: The possibility of annual expansions in Diablo IV, drawing comparisons with other games that adopt this approach. Scott's fascination with Starfield, Jon and Beau's completion of Baldur's Gate 3, and their individual game choices like Xenotilt, WWE 2K23, No Man's Sky, Marvel Snap, and more. Dear Martha, where they guess which Bethesda game various reviews are from. Additionally, they touch on news, such as Final Fantasy XVI's DLCs, Bethesda's plans for Red Fall, Crossplay in Baldur's Gate 3, YouTube's testing of playable games, and rumors about NintendoVR. Emails from listeners, including one praising the PS Portal and another commending Jon's passionate take on Starfield, suggesting he could be a great marketer for Bethesda. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/4942492a-4df5-11ee-ac28-47c7e755cb89/media.mp3
CORE 381: Inflation Station
Published: Sun, 03 Sep 2023
Description: Jon and Scott watch movies as promised and have reviews. In the main topic, the discussion revolves around the significant price increase in PlayStation Plus subscriptions, causing discontent among users. The current and upcoming prices are detailed. A comparison to Xbox Game Pass price hikes is made, with some countries exempt from the PlayStation Plus increase. In the Our Week in Gaming section, Jon shares his progress in Baldur's Gate 3, as does Beau, while Scott talks about Sea of Stars and starting Starfield. More news about the state of Bioware's Dragon Age: Dreadwolf, Volition's closure, and Half-Life 2 getting ray tracing, and more. Question about Scott finishing Red Dead Redemption 2 and thoughts on RDR1's release for PS4 and Switch, with a desire for an official PC release. Lastly, there's a mention of a Grim Dawn DLC call, which we did not see coming. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/8459d002-49f7-11ee-9747-cf868cf2ba67/media.mp3
CORE 380: Pass The Baton
Published: Fri, 25 Aug 2023
Description: Spoiler-free Ashoka impressions. The PlayStation Portal, with details on its price, exclusive PS5 compatibility, battery life, and screen quality. We played Baldur's Gate 3, but not only that. Dear Martha! Gamescom highlights, Epic Games Store's offer, and Charles Martinet's Mario departure. Your calls and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/d7a4c82c-42f7-11ee-ba02-e337d80cde68/media.mp3
CORE 379: Go Back To Camp
Published: Sat, 19 Aug 2023
Description: While walking the dog, someone found an old game manual in a bush. The controversy surrounding Overwatch 2 and whether harsh reviews are a fair way to address its issues. We discuss the games they've been playing, including Baldur's Gate 3, Ship Graveyard Simulator 2, BroForce Forever update, and Quake II Remake. We touch on other gaming news and upcoming releases. Listener feedback goes places today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/34fa01ae-3e43-11ee-9b68-fbd41227539b/media.mp3
CORE 378: Bar Raised
Published: Fri, 11 Aug 2023
Description: Video game portrayal in TV/film affecting enjoyment, followed by personal gaming updates, mainly Baldur's Gate 3. We have TONS to say, so tuck in for lots of BG3 talk. Scott also talks I Am Future, Viewfinder, and The Expanse. Jon discusses FROG Wrestling Free-Per View 2, WWE 2K23, Transformers, and Ori. Red Dead Redemption's high price, Papers, Please anniversary demake, mixed Atlas Fallen reviews, Quake 2 Remaster release, discounted PS5 controllers, Stardew Valley cookbook, and refurbished Steam Decks. Yakuza Like a Dragon's controller choice for Beau is queried. And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/bb70737c-37f8-11ee-b100-63dbe7767414/media.mp3
CORE 377: Thru The Gate
Published: Sat, 05 Aug 2023
Description: PC fan noise during gaming. Why? Discussing the 10 best selling games ever. Our Week in Gaming features our time with Baldur's Gate 3, and Scott's play of The Expanse and more. Jon talks about FROG Wrestling in WWE 2K23 and completing Remnant II. Beau completed Yakuza: Like A Dragon. Dear Martha: The Game Show! where they match Steam reviews to games. Other News includes Hades, Post Malone's One Ring card ownership, and Fantasian on Steam. Emails suggest Scott's nickname and choosing between PS Plus and Xbox Game Pass. And a lot more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/a899f0d4-3339-11ee-a6a1-d337a06bb3c9/media.mp3
CORE 376: Finally?
Published: Tue, 01 Aug 2023
Description: The popularity of Ambernic at a lake. News about Final Fantasy XIV Fan Fest, including a new expansion called Dawntrail, collaborations, and a Fall Guys crossover. ExileCon reveals details about Path of Exile 2, its content, microtransactions, and gameplay improvements. We've been playing games, such as ESO, Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart, and Yakuza: Like A Dragon. Plus, The Dear Martha: The Game Show!. Other topics like Assassin's Creed Mirage, Nintendo Switch 2, and Hasbro's lost games. Texts and emails and voice mails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/c585bef0-3017-11ee-b168-ef54b13e9266/media.mp3
CORE 375: Next Level Reached
Published: Fri, 21 Jul 2023
Description: In episode CORE 375, the main topic discusses a game dev's comment about not raising the bar on CRPGs with Baldur's Gate 3, sparking gamer outrage. The hosts share their gaming experiences, including Star Trek Online, Trails of Mana, and Yakuza: Like A Dragon. The show covers news about Overwatch 2, Bluey's potential video game, and the MS/ABK merger. The episode ends with fan correspondence and a listener's dream about the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/5a766fe0-2777-11ee-b4ab-2bca2f192e7e/media.mp3
CORE 374: We've Had Our Phil
Published: Fri, 14 Jul 2023
Description: The latest updates on Microsoft's acquisition of ABK, with the judge approving the deal's progress in the United States. The FTC has appealed the ruling, and negotiations continue with the UK. If the July 18th deadline is missed, a significant fee will be owed to ABK, but an extension is likely as both parties want the deal to happen.Scott's current relationship with FF16 and his games of choice. Jon shares a video and a message to play, while Beau talks about playing as a rogue in Diablo 4 and experimenting with TaleSpire and Dungeon Alchemist.Player ruining thousands of hours of work in WoW, the endangered status of classic video games, the upcoming open beta of Palia MMO, and HBO's The Last Of Us receiving 24 Emmy nominations. There's also mention of a potentially interesting wrestling game called WrestleQuest.An email from a listener asks Beau about his opinion on Diablo 4, considering the time commitment required, and a text message wonders if the next Nintendo Switch will be a folding portable console, making it more appealing based on its smaller form factor. AND MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/2d501756-21f4-11ee-bb18-af69184d6b48/media.mp3
CORE 373: Statue of Limitations
Published: Fri, 07 Jul 2023
Description: This week Scott is OUT but that doesn't stop the CORE TRAIN as Beau and Jon talk about the Diablo 4 Season 1 announcement and Beau's Lilith statue confirmation. Jon goes deep on Final Fantasy 16, Frog Wrestling and produces an epic length Dear Martha that is not to miss. MK1 characters revealed! Nintendo has a new console called NX 2? BattleBit Remastered has sold 2 million units! Red Dead Redemption Remaster? The One Ring is Found in Ontario! Last of Us but Not the Last of Us! All that, other random conversations, your emails and texts, and SO MUCH MORE in an the usual XXXXL sized CORE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/5f061f32-1cd3-11ee-b9c2-abbe60f3da89/media.mp3
CORE 372: Diving With Dave
Published: Fri, 30 Jun 2023
Description: In this episode of CORE 372, the main topic is the early release of Baldur's Gate 3 on August 3 for PC, with a delay for the PS5 version to September 6. The developers aim to achieve 60 frames-per-second on PS5 and prioritize quality over rushing the release. The hosts discuss their recent gaming experiences, including Final Fantasy XVI, Diablo 4, and various Steam Next Fest demos. They also mention mods for games like Deep Rock Galactic and Crysis in VR. The episode features a game show segment called Dear Martha, where they guess which game a review is about. They touch upon news about Microsoft CEO's stance on exclusives, Bobby Kotick's view on Gamepass, World of Warcraft Classic adding Hardcore Realms, the Steam Summer Sale, and BlizzCon 2023 ticket prices. Additionally, they receive an email addressing a discussion on Final Fantasy 6 and 7's merits. The episode concludes with news about a patron creating a hacked ROM of Super Techmo Bowl for NES, where patrons' names will be included in the game. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/4cb446d0-16f5-11ee-85dd-7f5600f05e36/media.mp3
CORE 371: The Clive Hive
Published: Sat, 24 Jun 2023
Description: Elderly couple discusses getting Starfield on gamepass. Main topic: Nintendo Direct announcements include Super Mario RPG remake and new Mario game Wonder. Patron question: Which game/franchise needs a new developer? Our Week in Gaming: Final Fantasy XVI, Diablo IV, FF7 Remake. Scott: FF7 Remake. Jon: WWE 2K23 and Steam Next-Festgames. Break: Dear Martha - Steam Magazine Review. Other news: Vamp Survivors co-op, Twitch content labels, xQc's streaming deal, Eve Online's Excel integration. Core-spondence: Diablo 4 discussion and Xbox's play anywhere feature clarification. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/d33db278-11ef-11ee-bc66-53d55bc2b2ca/media.mp3
CORE 370: Now in 370 frames per second
Published: Fri, 16 Jun 2023
Description: In the latest episode of CORE 370, the hosts discuss the results of a poll on favorite JRPGs. They then delve into the Xbox Showcase, focusing on games like Starfield, Fable, Avowed, the sequel to Like a Dragon, Hellblade II, and Forza. They highlight that Starfield was shown in detail but will only run at 30fps on Xbox, and there is a high price for early access. In the Week in Gaming segment, Diablo IV, Super Mega Baseball 4, Dragon Quest 11, Yakuza: Like a Dragon, Cassette Beasts, and various JRPGs from the '90s are mentioned. Individual hosts also mention playing Garlic on the Ambernic, checking in with WWE 2K23's FROG Wrestling, and discussing Final Fantasy XVI. The episode includes a segment called Dear Martha: The Game Show! where the hosts guess which games certain reviews are about. Other news topics include paying for PvE in Overwatch 2, potential microtransactions in World of Warcraft, the first look at Armored Core 6, a UI update on Steam, and reports of esports declining. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/b1aa3c36-0bf9-11ee-8557-e745adeab0d3/media.mp3
CORE 365: Tears of The Blingdom
Published: Fri, 12 May 2023
Description: Sounds like Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is pretty damned great. Remakes vs new stuff debate! Jedi Survivor still impresses. All the games we played this week. Dear Martha! Tenacious D's new song about video games, called Video Games. Ed Boon being a little cagey. Diablo 4 server slam this weekend. Elden Ring sold a NYC worth of copies. The ROG Ally is out soon, and preorders are up! Emails texts and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/19ab1dce-f06f-11ed-8280-937f473e4aaf/media.mp3
CORE 364: Redfallen From Grace
Published: Fri, 05 May 2023
Description: Conversation about why there are SOO many bad PC ports lately of massive AAA games. Games we never finished but want to still. A load of new games this week. Dear Martha. Phil Spencer stuff. Blizzard and AI patents. FF16 getting banned in Saudi Arabia, and lots of email and voice mail stuff! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/5fa6ce62-eaf3-11ed-bbbf-5b7715ec714a/media.mp3
CORE 363: Drag Drop and Finger
Published: Sat, 29 Apr 2023
Description: Dungeon Murder is live at DungeonMurder.com! Also, Tron is harder now. The UK has blocked the MS/Activision Blizzard deal. Controllers and KB+Mice get in a fight. We know have a CORE and Frogpants fake wrestling team. Dear Martha! Twisted Metal show, Vampire Survivors gets a TV show, and Transformers has Unicron! Plus your calls, texts, emails, and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/498c4868-e63f-11ed-bab9-a725d8625064/media.mp3
CORE 362: The Kahboomers
Published: Fri, 21 Apr 2023
Description: Are idle games bad? Diablo IV got a big bump of new info and a new Beta weekend coming up! What game moments still with us forever. Lots of games discussed for the week. Unreccord looks unreal. Blasphemous 2 looks great! Sony aqquired Firewalk Studios. Gollum dev explains the pay for Elvish. How much is too much with Nintendo law suits. Your emails texts and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/0dfa002e-dfeb-11ed-8659-03d8a1f89a1a/media.mp3
CORE 361: Bust Out Your Hota!
Published: Fri, 14 Apr 2023
Description: Did you know what the PS controller buttons mean? We do. Also, streaming your gaming in 2023, drug sims, Everspace 2, Wartales, Scarlet Tower, Hellslave, RE4, Sonic's murder, Diablo 2 R, Vertigo 2, Jedi Fallen Redhead, Tetris movie, Dear Martha, Redfall, PS+, Justice League delays, and WAY MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/d63e3d36-da71-11ed-8949-0372993c56e6/media.mp3
CORE 360: The Banana Has a 10 Hour Cooldown
Published: Sat, 08 Apr 2023
Description: Do you love Mario? People do, but critics, not so much. Sony is working on a new handheld, but maybe not the one you think. Unreal or Quake: The war is won! Lots of games played this week. Dark and Darker gets booted. FF Pixel remasters are a weird thing, but they are here. No Man's Sky gets more updates. Dear Martha and loads more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/51b553ea-d5b9-11ed-b83f-d7b462b61961/media.mp3
CORE 359: All Three E's Are Gone
Published: Fri, 31 Mar 2023
Description: E3 is ending, and we are here to talk about it. Some breaking news in there as well. Great questiona bout 10 to 15 man content in gaming. Resident Evil 4 Remake got a lot of talk today. Plus all the games we played. Dear Martha, Tears of the Kingdom details, Last of Us getting rammed in Steam reviews. Square doing NFT stuff again. PSVR2 is selling really bad. Polaris IS Witcher 4. Skyrim Chat! And lots of great stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/0867042e-cf72-11ed-8eaa-17a9169697f7/media.mp3
CORE 358: Move Our Needle
Published: Fri, 24 Mar 2023
Description: A LOT of Diablo IV talk today, and what we think about the beta thus far. From story, to tone, to gameplay and way more. Also, games we played this week, along with more news about Counter-Strike 2, RE4R, Tax Heaven 3000, Sony's 2022 score, and LOTS more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/02cd4494-c9ee-11ed-976d-dfa34903680c/media.mp3
CORE 356: Penguins with Knives
Published: Fri, 10 Mar 2023
Description: Starfield got delayed again, but this time it should stick. We get into the whys and whats and what we want out of that game come Sept. Also, comfort games and which ones we return to over and over. ALL the games we played, plus a Dear Martha. Plus Suicide Squad delays, RE4 remake weirdness, Epic getting more indie friendly, PSVR2 reviews, Diablo IV and chicken, and LOTS more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/97283d22-befb-11ed-8e02-7f14afffe946/media.mp3
CORE 355: A View of The Mushroom Kingdom
Published: Sat, 04 Mar 2023
Description: Befriending your angry Destiny friends. MS and the ABK stuff has a big update. What games were we good at first? Dear Martha! A LOAD of games this week. Bunch of Square news. Dead by Daylight movie coming. Jack Black got a little blue at the Mario presser. Your emails, texts, and calls and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/e510c9f2-ba44-11ed-bc87-83e740b510e2/media.mp3
CORE 354: Atomic Heart Attack
Published: Sat, 25 Feb 2023
Description: Ybarra brought more bad news to Blizzard folk. Chrono Cross Remaster is getting a patch and Jon is stoked. Civ 7 is happening officially. Sony State of Play was kinda what we thought it would be. MK 12 is coming this year. Dice winners! Suicide Squad will need an always-on network connection in single player mode. Hogwarts Legacy sold a TON of copies. New Castlevania and Metal Gear happening at E3 from Konami. Dear Martha! Your voicemails, texts and more! Plus EVERYTHING we played this week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/eb2eb40a-b4bf-11ed-b87e-97edb9418737/media.mp3
CORE 353: Bound in Ink
Published: Fri, 17 Feb 2023
Description: Overwatch made a dating sim? Weird. Also, PSVR2 and what the reviews are saying. All the games we played this week, plus Dear Martha, the Nier guy is making something weird, Venom joining the Suns, Forbidden West coming to Plus, Lord of the Rings is making 5 games, Tetris the movie, Red Dead gets museum treatment, Cocaine Bear gets a game and LOTS more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/bd2a0f0a-ae75-11ed-8cb2-43543ea55288/media.mp3
CORE 351: Haunted Laundry
Published: Fri, 03 Feb 2023
Description: On tap this week, lots of talk about how to do a remake right, in the form of Dead Space. Plus, is FF7 remake boring? Why programming for an old MMO is hard. More GoDot dev time. Redfall issues are here about online all the time stuff. Jedi gets delayed. Titan Fall side game no longer happening. Apex is OFF mobile now. Sony MS and Nintendo are all skipping whatever E3 is now. Emails voice mails and texts too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/485317d0-a376-11ed-8aa1-dff54143a23a/media.mp3
CORE 350: Just Like Real Life
Published: Thu, 26 Jan 2023
Description: Lots of new games announced this week. New Steamworld stuff, and MS dumped a whole list up updates, including a day-and-date game, that turned out to be rad! Plus all the games we played, your calls and texts and loads more! Oh, and get the Lake Run sticker on sale now at Frogpants.com/core! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/ea95d2cc-9df3-11ed-bc51-93851ee781e4/media.mp3
CORE 348: Dave Dives Deep
Published: Fri, 13 Jan 2023
Description: Big show tonight, starting with more on the way Steam awards work. Ubisoft seems to be broken and someone should reboot them. MMO's and what we should expect out of Riot's. Dear Martha! Last of Us TV reviews are great so far! Project Leonardo from Sony is also very cool. New Mechwarrior game coming. Yoshi-P adds some confusion to the Final Fantasy 16 world. Emails, texts, and voice mails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/b657af36-92f8-11ed-8b05-bb4ce75fb8b8/media.mp3
CORE 340: Marriage and Dog Life
Published: Fri, 11 Nov 2022
Description: Big show, let's start with that terrible McCrispy gaming chair. We try and figure out what a AAA John Wick game might look like. Nintendo's next hardware move. We played Marvel Snap, OW2, Among Us VR, Soulstone Survivors, Against The Storm, REV: Rose DLC, Signalis, Fortnite, Iron Man VR, more Sinners and Saints, Runner, Desktop Dungeons, and more! Emails and texts and Dear Martha too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/7E3469D2-4C3E-4CE0-8116-543F8AEB1366/media.mp3
CORE 339: The Reality, Virtually Speaking
Published: Fri, 04 Nov 2022
Description: PSVR2 has a price and a release date, and we have thoughts. Sony also lost people but gained revenue. Capitalizing on your awesome characters and worlds. We played Overwatch 2, Marvel Snap, Red Dead 2, Despots Game, Void Scappers, Huntdown, Zomboid, 7 Days to Die, SIGNALIS, Curse of the Dead Gods, Return of the Obra Dinn, and Saints and Sinners VR. Plus texts, emails, and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/4525BF99-3996-46F3-AD68-6D9D5FAAADCA/media.mp3
CORE 338: WAD are you doing here?
Published: Fri, 28 Oct 2022
Description: CDPR is making a Witcher 1 remake. You can play Doom WADS in a browser now. Marvel Snap should be called Marvel Scratch. Diablo and Jay Wilson, a retrospective. Founders of Rocksteady are OUT! Phil Spencer is no fan of the current metaverse. Xbox prices might rise after the holiday. More on the Disco controversy. Dear Martha! We played Overwatch 2, Marvel Snap, Red Dead 2, Despot's Game, Brotato, Fornite, FFX, Necrosmith, Rare Replay Collection, and Prodeus! Emails texts and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C56FFFA7-E3F1-428A-93D0-1545276164EE/media.mp3
CORE 337: Always Be The Big Guy
Published: Fri, 21 Oct 2022
Description: Suddenly, there was a LOT of Silent Hill stuff. We go through it all. Sims 4 goes free to play, but we have some theories about stuff. Sony freaks out the Bloodborne community. That Bayonetta voice over mess. Dear Martha back with another retro mag review! Scot and Beau played a lot of OW2. Beau and Jon really liked the Darktide test. We all played Marvel Snap! Scott also played The Mortuary Assistant, Nier Automata, and Vampire Survivors 1.0. Jon played Fortnite! And Beau played the tutorial for Crusader Kings 3. Your texts, emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/1822B079-5D84-49CD-A1EA-BC43B01E07B3/media.mp3
CORE 336: McCassidy McDonald
Published: Sat, 15 Oct 2022
Description: Big night of content! Meta Quest Pro thoughts, a new Valve VR set, Nvidia un-launching products, new Steam app, EA and their new app, Simpson's Waterworld game is real, Switch Games on Steam Deck according to Valve, and a Dear Martha! Plus, Scott and Beau played Overwatch 2, No Man's Sky, SCORN, while Jon moved on to FF10 and Fortnight! Oh and now we have ALL beaten CP2077. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F0FD450A-438A-4237-8A10-E2AFBB6370F4/media.mp3
CORE 335: Optimism Glasses
Published: Fri, 07 Oct 2022
Description: Lots on tap today, so get to listening! The Mario Movie trailer hits. CDPR announces three more Witcher games and a CP2077 sequel. Dead Space trailer hit. Disco Elysium is a weird thing. Intel ARC cards are pretty good for the money! Overwatch 2 launched with some trouble. Dear Martha Review! Scott BEAT CyberPunk, played Baba is You, Asteroids Recharged, and Slime Rancher 2. Jon played CP, beat FF9, and got a Steam Deck! Beau played Dyson Sphere Program and Dead Effect 2 VR. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/72AC03F8-4E9D-4006-B459-47EB92EC1F03/media.mp3
CORE 334: See Stadia Ladia
Published: Fri, 30 Sep 2022
Description: More trademark stuff. Google killed Stadia today. AMD and Intel have some stuff to show. Overwatch 2 is doing some stuff for toxic players. DND had a big day. Skull and Bones got pushed again. Last of Us on HBO lookin tight. Dear Martha! Scott played Shovel Knight Dig, Grounded, and Prodeus, oh and Novadrift. Jon got a Steam Deck, played CP2077, and more. Beau played Blade & Sorcery and Original Sin 2. A brand new mashup and more! (fixed) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/1263434F-1604-4B15-991D-96BCAF51A0F7/media.mp3
CORE 333: Stay Awhile and Glisten
Published: Sat, 24 Sep 2022
Description: Big week, big leaks! GTA 6, and Diablo IV get some leakage. Cyberpunk becomes a top seller again with some help. NVIDA announces all the new GPU stuff, plus more. Logitech gets into the portable business…sort of. Ted Lasso coming to FIFA. PSVR2 will NOT work with PSVR games. Spider-Man Miles Morales coming to Steam way sooner than you thought. Gloomhaven is free right now on Epic. Dear Martha! Scott played Cyberpunk 2077, Metal Hellsinger, The Darkside Detective, and Electrician Sim. Jon played CyberPunk also…eventually, and Return to Monkey Island! Beau played HL2 VR, Omega Strikers, and Divinity 2! Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/3DB6C7BA-773A-4939-A6E7-96BF2308215A/media.mp3
CORE 332: Paul Phoenix Sucks
Published: Fri, 16 Sep 2022
Description: On the menu today, breakdowns of everything we saw and heard from this week's Direct, PS State of Play, and beyond! And how TWO GoldenEye re-releases are going to work. Plus games we played! Scott played CyberPunk 2077 and You Suck at Parking. Jon played all the FF games, plus Metal Hell Singer, and Beau spent all his time in Grim Dawn. Loads of emails, dear marthas and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/50B6C370-9119-4A50-A7B9-77FF3E4DA245/media.mp3
CORE 331: Artificial
Published: Fri, 09 Sep 2022
Description: More AI talk and what games will do with the tech. CyberPunk gets a single expansion. Steam Deck goes far in EMU world. James Gunn just about did Hitman. New AC games hitting this weekend. Twitch changes. Drama at Sony and MS over CoD. New controllers! Tencent bought a ton of Ubi stock. Scott played Kingdom's of Amalur: Re-Reckoning, Cursed to Golf, Gunfire Reborn, Jetpack Joyride 2, GW2, Cyberpunk 2077, The Ascent, and Into the Breach. Jon played GW2, Opus Magnum, and Disney Dreamlight Valley. Beau played The Ascent, Grim Dawn, and got a new display! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/9DB4D925-1051-4D2B-B683-ECBCC6CAAE05/media.mp3
CORE 330: Guild Again
Published: Mon, 05 Sep 2022
Description: Scott is on vacation! That that did not stop Beau and Jon from talking about a load of new stuff! ABK buyout happenings, Halo Infinite infiniate addon delays. GamePass family sharing. LG and Corsairs hot new bendables. UbiSoft confirms next AC game is called Mirage. The Cyberpunk show is good? Games they played and WAY more! On this episode of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E8659730-B66F-49A4-89A6-1817B2B73651/media.mp3
CORE 329: Picking Lydia's Brain
Published: Fri, 26 Aug 2022
Description: Time to sum up GamesCom! Plus, there's a new PS5 elite type controller coming. We talk about the big Phil Spencer interview. Dear Martha! Scott played Hard West 2, Guild Wars 2, and Farthest Frontier. Jon played FFIX and FFIV. Beau played Skyrim VR ALL week long. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/34DA7392-9EF2-4CBD-9488-5D54BF461489/media.mp3
CORE 328: Turn On The Color
Published: Fri, 19 Aug 2022
Description: We take a look at all the DND stuff that came down today, plus the rather large update we got regarding Diablo IV. Dear Martha. Scott BEAT a game! He played all the Netflix games, plus played and beat AC Origins. Jon played Cult of the Lamb, beat FFVIII, and a little cooking sim. Oh and Spiderman. Beau played a LOT of Skyrim VR with mods. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/8FABB999-A19C-4146-BF1C-FA8441239BC7/media.mp3
CORE 326: Jeff is the worst
Published: Fri, 05 Aug 2022
Description: Sony has things to say about Call of Duty. Tencent wants more Ubi. Blizzard and Netease are not at ease with each other. Steam says stop showing off. Multiversus is a weird thing. Automata door again. Snap pulls back. Dear Martha 20 year letters from EGM. Scott played Symphony of War, Red Faction, Bear and Breakfast, Haiku, and more Outriders. John cracked open another FF, Mega Man X, and beat As Dusk Falls. Beau nears the end of Alyx. Emails and mashups and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/5B795749-B351-40FE-A292-024911C34D57/media.mp3
CORE 325: Mods Down!
Published: Fri, 29 Jul 2022
Description: Mow lawns for free on Epic. Neir is having a moment, and no one knows what's real or fake. Cloud with a dress can be yours. Knights of The Old Republic Remake is in weird trouble. Meta Quest 2 is going $100 more in a few days, and we have thoughts on that. Square Enix has issues. VRChat is in termoil. Diablo Immortal is making BANK! Dear Martha! A TON of games this week, and way more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/FDB7B4DD-87F3-425F-90B9-349F82103F2A/media.mp3
CORE 324: Blowing Steam Up Your Deck!
Published: Fri, 22 Jul 2022
Description: This show is too big to try and sum up properly, but suffice it to say, we talked about a LOT of stuff today regarding Romero's new FPS, Ubisoft cancelling a load of stuff, Marvel Snap controversies, Square not knowing their own games, SoulFrame, and loads more. Including a HUGE round of Scott's Steam Deck experience so far, and TONS more after that. Just listen and get it all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E813E34A-2D4E-4EB2-9645-B97E637669AD/media.mp3
CORE 323: Mtn Dew Man vs Pepsi Man
Published: Fri, 15 Jul 2022
Description: Playstation wants you to win space points! Skate 4 will be free to play, and pay to look good. Dragonflight went Alpha today. Power Wash Sim is out of early access and on Game Pass now. Bayonetta 3 gets less naked. Nintendo goes hard on making movies. Skyrim gets a MP mod. Unity CEO stirs the poop. Dear Martha goes hard on Zelda. Scott is playing , Crash 4, and Dinkum. Jon playing Gordian Quest, and some usual games. Beau played Omega Pilot, and spent a bunch of time in VR Chat. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C58D23DC-3B54-467D-AC7E-FB682D83B346/media.mp3
CORE 322: Unnecessary Breathing
Published: Sat, 09 Jul 2022
Description: Heroes goes into full maintenance mode, and we have some thoughts. Do you want the Amico? Companies going to gamescom in Germany. Weird happenings in FF14. Mike Ybarra talks about making a million a day with Diablo Immortal. From sends something TO a fan. Robocop: Rogue City is coming and Scott is losing his mind about it. EA made a really dumb tweet. Dear Martha! Scott played Gordian Quest, Drill Dozer, FF7 Remake, and Pokemon Pinball. Jon played FF7, FF7, and FF14. Beau finished Gordian Quest and spent a LOT of time in VR Chat! And MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/41540F75-49F6-4C5B-AB2A-09BACB8D2C9B/media.mp3
CORE 321: Retrograde
Published: Fri, 01 Jul 2022
Description: Steam Deck specs changed. Did Valve notice? Ron Gilbert says, sorry, you all suck, just wait for the game. PS+ getting some good stuff in July. Blizzard bought the Spellbreak people. Nintendo did a mini direct, and it was all about those 3rd parties. Beau has some interesting stuff happening in gaming in Canada this week. Scott played Iconoclasts, Bloodstained, Forza, Tsushima, and Super Ember Kaboom. Jon played BOTH kinds of FF7's, Grim Dawn and FF Tactics. Beau played Gordian Quest. Oh and we all are still playing V Rising. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/DB308121-D47F-4622-86D9-89B80568D201/media.mp3
CORE 320: The Burning Itch
Published: Sat, 25 Jun 2022
Description: Amazon and their game giveaways for Prime Day. New data on how gamers feel about certain brands. Epic gives us a tool to play nice with Steam players. Insults online put you in jail in Japan. Working in VR sucks. You can finally get a 3080 at a decent price. Scott played Grim Dawn, D2R, D3, Fall Guys, Raft, and V Rising. Jon played Shredders Revenge, FFVII Remake, and Vampire Survivors. Beau played FFVII Remake, D3 Necro, and is learning C for fun! Plus your emails and a great mashup! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/A30F9577-522B-45B7-A81D-E2E92D3AAB1C/media.mp3
CORE 318: Flashbacks
Published: Fri, 10 Jun 2022
Description: We cover all the Gamesfest stuff from today, including highlights of the biggest games and announcements. Another big convo about Diablo Immortal one week later. Devolver stuff as well. Gamepro letters with Martha! Scott played V Rising, Shipbreaker, and Card Shark. Jon played V Rising and moved to a new apartment. Beau played V Rising and Catalyst Black. Oh yeah, emails too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/9B9001DF-91EF-41E5-91B8-861288E49901/media.mp3
CORE 317: Immortaly Speaking
Published: Fri, 03 Jun 2022
Description: We talk a lot about Diablo Immortal. What did we think? It's complicated. Sony held a State of Play today, and we are here to break that all down! Lots of Warhammer 40k stuff this week too. Dragon Age 4 has a title now. Star Wars games got some big updates this week too. Sonic is going full Breath of The Wild. Dear Martha too! Scott played Card Shark, Shipbreaker, and Diablo Immortal. Jon played Fortnite, Diablo Immortal, and V Rising. Beau played V Rising, Diablo Immortal, Catalyst Black and For the King. HUGE show tonight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/44D509B7-15B1-4501-872A-143619CBBD5C/media.mp3
CORE 316: Twisting Your Metal
Published: Fri, 27 May 2022
Description: For the King 2 announced! We're pretty excited about that news. Plus, the Twisted Metal TV show and how things are going with it. Daybreak WAS making a Marvel MMO but canned it. Death Stranding 2 was announced...sorta. Beyond Good and Evil 2 is STILL being worked on, they promise. 61% of the 222 BILLION dollars in the games business was made by mobile titles. Sheesh. TikTok is getting into games now too. Raven went Union despite Activision not wanting them to be, and MS says they will support it post purchase! Dear Martha Gamepro letter. Scott played Shipbreaker, Rogue Legacy 2, House Flipper, and Circuit Superstars. Jon played all his usuals. Beau played SC2 and Catalyst Black! Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/4833E0F4-866C-402C-B2C0-B97575E26819/media.mp3
CORE 315: Me and My Bunny
Published: Fri, 20 May 2022
Description: Marvel Snap got announced! PS+ games are now known for the launch. Old World is on Steam finally. New Steamworld games are good by us! King's diversity tool is terrible. Scott played Escape Sim, Bakery Sim, and House Flipper Pet DLC, as well has Teardown, Rogue Legacy 2, and RoundGuard. Jon played the start of Chaosgate, got further in FF7 with mods, and a lot of Slay the Spire. Beau played a CRAP ton of Heroes of The Storm! We also had some great emails tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/21E39003-AF52-4B61-BB2B-0A4C7959234E/media.mp3
CORE 314: Smelden Ring
Published: Fri, 13 May 2022
Description: BIG show today, featuring a LOT of your emails! Yep, we did the email show we've been promising! Plus some stuff on Epic and editing Fortnite, Starfield and Redfall delays, cloud gaming without the console, mouth haptics, project Cambria, Outriders news, and a LOT of gameplay talk. Tuck in. Today is a BEAST! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C974ADFB-4B2A-4C40-972C-3E0BBF11838C/media.mp3
CORE 313: Legendary Porkchop
Published: Fri, 06 May 2022
Description: Blizzards new mobile game. Square-Enix and their recent moves. Fortnite back on apple stuff via MS. Stone Cold loves Breath of The Wild. Dear Martha Retro Magazine Letters. Scott played The Gunk, Rogue Legacy 2, Bakery Simulator, Warhammer 40k: Chaos Gate, Bugsnax, and Chernobilite. Jon played The Stanley Parable: Ultra Delux, Hand of Gilgamech, the Ace Attorney Trilogy, Road 96, and Kentucky Route Zero. Beau played a LOT of stuff on his Meta Quest 2, including mods for pc games and Battle Sister. A great new Mashup and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/EA3F40CB-BB13-43F5-A9D0-5EEA2674EB25/media.mp3
CORE 312: A Little Too Spreadsheety
Published: Fri, 29 Apr 2022
Description: Diablo Immortal will be on PC. We have some thoughts on that. Also, Sonic got really weird this week and has fans in a tizzy. Warcraft Mobile title being announced next week. Sonic 2 is the highest grossing film in the US for a video game movie ever. Overwatch 2 mp beta happened. We have thoughts on that. A load of Gamepro Dear Marthas today. Scott played and beat Steamworld Dig 2, and started another run of Quest. Jon played Return of the Obra Dinn, and Vampire Survivors. Beau also played that as well as Dune: Spice Wars! Your emails, a mashup and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/CE4AFF5F-2B67-459B-9BBC-4297036EFBF9/media.mp3
CORE 311: Needs More Torso
Published: Fri, 22 Apr 2022
Description: We start things off with a look at what Blizzard showed off for their new WoW expansion. Plus, D&D Direct, and how delayed Baldur's Gate 3 is. Plus what DND games are hot right now. Some old gamepro dear Martha reviews. Scott played Stacklands, and Panzer Corps 2. Jon played No Man's Sky and some other regulars. Beau played a lot of Solasta. Your emails and loads more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F1F85289-DE66-4B8F-BD90-0C9A52D6943E/media.mp3
CORE 310: Hiccup Joe Has Cash
Published: Fri, 15 Apr 2022
Description: D&D Beyond bought by Hasbro! No Man's Sky gets even bigger today. Xcom 2 free on Epic this week. Solasta adds free coop and a bunch of other stuff for fans! Shipbreaker coming to Gamepass in May. Dear Martha Reviews NOT be be missed today. Scott played Psychonauts 2, The Show 22, Steamworld Dig 2, and Car Detailing Simulator. Jon played FF14 6.1, Vampire Survivors, and Chrono Cross Remaster. Beau FINISHED Elden Ring! Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6D9CF7FF-A63E-484B-9250-063494A6B676/media.mp3
CORE 309: The Three Fingers Ending
Published: Fri, 08 Apr 2022
Description: Remedy is remaking Max Payne 1 And 2 Following New Agreement With Rockstar. Ron Gilbert is making a brand new Monkey Island. Dune Spice Wars is coming this month! The next Tomb Raider will be in Unreal 5. Epic and Lego want kids to be part of the metaverse. Dear Martha review of 7 Days to Die. Scott played Weird West, Spider-Man Remastered, Monster Sanctuary, Escape the Fold, and Demeo for PC. Jon played Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, finished FF6 and started Chrono Cross, Steamworld Dig 2, and Prey. Beau played Elden Ring! Your emails and much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/D44A952E-F6C4-4284-8485-520E57910D13/media.mp3
CORE 308: Cutting Edge Horse Unit
Published: Fri, 01 Apr 2022
Description: Playstation has finally told us how PS+ is changing in June. Speaking of June, E3 is officially not happening, virtual or physical. Might be done for good. We have thoughts. Diablo Immortal is up for pre-order finally. Also a June release. More games as art! Dear Martha! Scott playCed Tsushima, UnMetal, Kirby, and The Huntdown. Jon played Tiny Tina's Wonderlands, FF6, and Weird West. Beau played Valheim and Elden Ring. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/22055A6E-4186-4811-BD00-3FD3D4D096D0/media.mp3
CORE 307: And Burritos
Published: Sat, 26 Mar 2022
Description: We sum up a load of GDC stuff for ya, so you don't have to. Including all the awards they gave out. Also, Sony likely to unveil their new sub next week. GTA+ is a thing. New Witcher game under development. Fortnite removes building. Sonic controllers are hairy. Stranger of Paradise is effed. Dear Martha! Scott played Tsushima, Kirby, and Castlevania. Jon finished Elden Ring, played Tunic, and Steamworld Dig. Beau played Tiny Tina's Wonderlands and Elden Ring. Emails and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/A1E4E5A9-79F3-42E1-B4A7-2D186373C0BF/media.mp3
CORE 306: Commit To The Helmet
Published: Fri, 18 Mar 2022
Description: Square-Enix continues to be clueless about how streaming works. Yo FromSoftware, please don't launch heartbreaking ambush patches at 1130pm. EA not doing an e3-adjacent even (EA Play) instead just gonna do stuff whenever. Halo TV show seems like it might be...good? Games heralded as great art on wikipedia (Part 2). Dear Martha Review for Orc Massage. SCOTT played Tunic, Tetris Effect, & Axiom Verge. JON played Elden Ring & Tunic. BEAU played Elden Ring and is now closing the book on Lost Ark! And lots more including your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E9BE6D52-3642-4A09-A3DF-63C37BDFB134/media.mp3
CORE 305: Game Art and Art Games
Published: Fri, 11 Mar 2022
Description: Beau got a HOT new PC and built it from the ground up, and we're here to share the process, especially in a time where getting a good GPU is harder than ever. Also, Advance Wars reboot got delayed. We talk about the deeper reasons why. Super Nintendo World is coming to Hollywood next year! Square puts a LOT of stuff on Youtube this week. We have a BIG conversation about games heralded as great art. Plus Scott played Elden Ring, Forbidden West, Axiom Verge, and more. Jon played Elden Ring a LOT, and some more progress in his run of FFVI. Beau played DOOM Eternal again on his new rig, and still loves it. Still found time to give Tarnished Grail another look. Mashups, Steam Reviews, emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/674E67A4-AA2A-4BAA-A868-98D4BF935D7A/media.mp3
CORE 304: A Big Cup of Dumb
Published: Fri, 04 Mar 2022
Description: Epic buys BandCamp and it's hard to figure out why. Bungie says hard no to Destiny on Steam Deck. Gabe Newell is playing FF14, and hand delivering Steam Decks with a tiny mask on. Pokemon goes full Scarlet and Violet this fall. HUGE discussion of all things Elden Ring. Dear Martha Steam Review. Scott's Games: Fire Emblem on GBA, Forbidden West on PS5, the Kirby & The Forgotten City demo on Switch, Bombslinger on everything, and Elden Ring. Jon's Games: Elden Ring. Beau's Games: Elden Ring. :) Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/578F461B-0CCB-45B1-8391-97E3EABCB9BA/media.mp3
CORE 303: You Shoulda Put an Elden Ring On It
Published: Fri, 25 Feb 2022
Description: Bye bye Bethesda launcher. We barely knew ye. SquareEnix says they needed more millions sold. Elden Ring seems to be reviewing incredibly well. Street Fighter 6 has a logo and pants problem. Walton Goggins joins the Fallout cast on Prime Video. Scott played Forbidden West, Mario Golf, Streets of Rage 4, and a bunch of fighting games. Jon playing FFVI on stream this week, along with 14, and Elden Ring. Beau is still into Lost Ark, but only just. Emails about switch stores and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/703A781D-D27D-4411-A8A5-3ADC78BA0C5C/media.mp3
CORE 302: Patch my 'Simon Says', you cowards!
Published: Fri, 18 Feb 2022
Description: Cyberpunk might be the best it's going to get this week. Forbidden West is getting the buzz you expect. Baldurs Gate 3 is a 2023 game like it or not. More No Man's Sky updates! No rude words in Wordle. Lost Ark hits some Steam records. Legacy of The Sith seems neat! Dear Martha! Scott played Mutant Football League, Super Metroid, Link to the Past, and Advance Wars 1 and 2, and a LOT of Wargroove. Beau and Jon played Lost Ark. :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/8230AFE9-CF85-479E-8D04-4D2FB2621563/media.mp3
CORE 301: Found Ark
Published: Sat, 12 Feb 2022
Description: We break down all the Nintendo Direct news this week, and celebrate Kirby just like you should be doing. MS clarifies some Call of Duty things. A dear Martha steam review! And then a TON of talk about the games Scott played in VR this week, but MOSTLY a long hard look at all things Lost Ark. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/CD926647-210D-42D3-BD83-8554BD21F88B/media.mp3
CORE 300: Moist Nickels
Published: Fri, 04 Feb 2022
Description: Sony is buying Bungie, and we have ideas on why they paid so much for it. That and Wordle going to the NYT, GamePass not charging you when you are not using it, Lost Ark getting out finally next week, Dear Martha reviews, and more! Scott played ESO, VR Maze Gobbler, and Dying Light 2. Beau played Valheim and Wild Rift. Jon played Deathloop, Guardians, and finished FFV. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/A6AA68F4-3FA5-437E-B3C4-010F03FFF18A/media.mp3
CORE 299: Finish Cap Dat Minish Cap
Published: Fri, 28 Jan 2022
Description: Respawn going hard on Star Wars, Blizz announcing an un-announcement, The Rock doing new game movies, buying lock lifted for FF14, Ubisoft gets out of the Battle Royale business, Epic will keep giving you free games this year, and Windows goes all Android soon. Dear Martha Steam Review! Scott played more Tsushima, as well as Minish Cap on the GBA and Donkey Kong Country on the SNES. Jon is all about Guardians and FFV. Beau's journey continues in Valheim and Wild Rift, while building a new PC with some help. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/FC905F6B-0D09-4D73-9BFE-D74DD6FDBC8E/media.mp3
CORE 297: 3D, Fancy Dudes, Same Bombers
Published: Fri, 14 Jan 2022
Description: Fallout TV series on the way, and we have thoughts. Police fired over Snorlax catching. Playstation ending PS Now cards, and we think that means something big coming. Wordle and why it's so big. Xbox1 is done being made. Shipbreaker has a 1.0 in sight. Dear Martha Reviews! Games we played: Ghost of Tsushima, Loop Hero, Final Fantasy, Death's Door, Valheim, Wild Rift, Shovel Knight Pocket Dungeon, Super Bomberman R, and more! Oh and why you might wanna keep waiting for Baldur's Gate 3! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/4E1F9ABD-516C-4411-90B8-A0781D0B3487/media.mp3
CORE 296: Dennis Will Eat Your Boat
Published: Fri, 07 Jan 2022
Description: PSVR2 and what you might need to know about it. Ubisoft Connect coming to Gamepass in some form. China is killing their own video game companies. E3 will be all digital this year. Gamers now have a way to massage that pesky hand. Dear Martha steam review. The games we played this week and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E6AE8DBC-9550-47D5-9BA7-C2EA1F49979E/media.mp3
CORE 294: Call Master Beef!
Published: Fri, 24 Dec 2021
Description: Nature finds a way...to tea bag your fallen enemy. Welcome to CORE! We get into all sorts of news this evening, including a couple big Halo takes you might wanna hear, and how God of War might have done Kratos better than MS did Master Chief. Plus Tavern Master, Wartales, Shipbreaker updates, End Walker, MK11, and more! And next week, our best games of 2021! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/1988B119-D5A6-4CD1-BE9A-F01D6CB1E84F/media.mp3
CORE 293: Is the fantasy finally final?
Published: Fri, 17 Dec 2021
Description: Gamepass had quite the week. More takes from the game awards. FFXIV stops selling itself. FF7 is out on Epic right now. Do we need video games in our cars? Ubisoft first to be dumb. Dear Martha Steam Reviews! Scott is hooked on SWTOR again, plus Halo, The Gunk, that Aliens coop game, and The Matrix UE5 thing. Jon ONLY played FF this week. And beat it. :) Beau played Age of Darkness, WarTales, Scarlet Nexus, MK11, and also that Matrix thing. Emails and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 292: The Infinite Good and Bad
Published: Fri, 03 Dec 2021
Description: Is there a Matrix game coming soon? Mass Effect TV show and WOW did we have a discussion about this possibility. GOG is losing money, but CD project has plans. Marvel MMO on the way from DCUO dev. Dear Martha Amazon Reviews. Games we played include Final Fantasy 14, Legends of Runeterra, Halo Infinite MP, Darkest Dungeon II, Wild Rift, and more! Emails too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 291: What a Riot
Published: Thu, 25 Nov 2021
Description: Big show tonight, so tuck in! Everyone wants Kotick out, and we have thoughts on that actually happening. Every big game delay from this year. 100 turns is a lot for the Humankind demo. Game Awards noms! Star Citizen hits 400m. Is it a game yet? Dear Martha Amazon Games Review. Games played this week: Halo, Forza, Ruined King, Final Fantasy, Runeterra, and Wild Rift! Oh, and we figure out what Tantric means. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 290: Get in The Shower
Published: Fri, 12 Nov 2021
Description: We fawn over the new Netflix series, Arcane. Endwalker gets a 2-week delay. Steam Deck also in delay town. MS Xbox PC app now treats folders and drives normally. Metal Gear gets pushed out of stores. Twitch App now on Switch, making it the Switch Twitch App. TWO Dear Martha reviews today! Scott talks about Forza H5, Animal Crossing 2.0, ESO, and more! Jon is still all in on FF14, plus Nier Automata, and a little Lost Ark. Beau goes ALL in on Lost Ark and has lots to say about it. And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 289: Ruined it with that stupid hamster
Published: Fri, 05 Nov 2021
Description: Blizzard had another bad week! Midnight Suns gets delayed. Same with Diablo IV and Overwatch 2. Animal Crossing hits the road early with 2.0. Esports are still not making any money. Crossovers are getting weird. Old people need to game too. Dear Martha Amazon Review. Unpacking, Rogue Legacy 2, Age of Empires IV, Super Mario RPG, FFXIV, Back 4 Blood, Urea, and Lost Ark! Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/3798046E-C947-4F66-9C4E-B15E0C74D402/media.mp3
CORE 288: The Priest Better Be in There
Published: Fri, 29 Oct 2021
Description: Lots to talk about this week, including Kotick taking a pay cut for the team. Twitch being built back into the dashboard. Playstation's State of Play and PC plans. The bad N64 ports to the Switch. Wu-Tang doing an RPG. Beau's hot take on pee in your coke. Scott played Guardians of The Galaxy, Enlisted, Chivalry II, Quacamelee 2, ESO and Rogue Legacy 2. Jon played Inscryption, Chrono Trigger, and Age of Empires IV. Beau played more HS: Mercs! Dear Martha Steam Review! Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/D295FB60-CE91-45E2-AE01-F750007A4A4A/media.mp3
CORE 287: Essence of Dragon Waifu
Published: Fri, 22 Oct 2021
Description: God of War coming to PC. Cyberpunk and The Witcher still coming to your PS5 and Series X|S. Steam says no to NFT's. That Xbox fridge sold out. No Man's Sky goes full worm. Dear Martha Steam Reviews. Scott played Inscryption, EverSpace 2 and reset his WHOLE farm! Jon is almost done with Metroid Dread. Beau played a lot of HS Mercenaries. Some board game talk too, plus your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E5ECFC87-6C81-4EB2-8CED-E8E73E0C3F3E/media.mp3
CORE 286: Cookie Cutter Cookie Clicker
Published: Fri, 15 Oct 2021
Description: Maybe you should hear what Yoshi-P has to say. FFXIV detailed a load of what is coming next. G4 is coming back. Avengers is going back to getting your cash. Riot gets out of the chat business. Dear Martha Steam Review! Scott played Everspace 2, Back 4 Blood, Saints Row IV, and RogueBook. Jon and Beau played pretty much ALL of Metroid: Dread. Plus Pictopix, Chrono Trigger, and more FFXIV. Your emails and all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F11DAA25-5F7E-425B-9BD1-4241D48D0C57/media.mp3
CORE 285: The Chosen Joe
Published: Fri, 08 Oct 2021
Description: D4 gets a new director. PS3 and Vita are not gonna have ways to pay for stuff soon. Dread is reviewing well on Switch, out tomorrow. The big Twitch Hack and what it means. Scott played a LOT of GamePass games this week, including: Scarlet Nexus, State of Decay 2: JE, A Plague Tale, and Phoenix Point. Beau played NOTHING but is jonesing for Dread really bad. Jon is out with family stuff tonight! Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C46EFC71-9752-4217-8C3A-6587B4E07CD2/media.mp3
CORE 284: Old Ass Skate 3
Published: Fri, 01 Oct 2021
Description: New World is out, and if you wait long enough, you can get in and play. We have all kinds of thoughts about the game thus far. Potion Craft crafts an early success. Blizzard finally explains the fruit replacement thing. Game Pass is somewhere in the 30 million user mark, and that means a LOT of money. Chaterbate wants you to play games on there. Dear Martha, Aragami II, Castlevania Advance Collection, and playing DOS2 on the hardest setting. And your emails too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/1FEF5719-56ED-4E45-9ADC-2BC787E855C0/media.mp3
CORE 282: Eat the tail, bury the rest.
Published: Fri, 17 Sep 2021
Description: nVIDIA done put a leak out there and it's pretty tasty in terms of game potential. Fingersleeves are a thing you can now get. IKEA is making gamer furnature. Scott played Solasta, Wrath of The Rightious, and Warioware. Jon beat more Final Fantasy and played Deathloop! Beau 100 percented Hades and is one more to do that in Banished. Dear Martha, your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E0F80FD9-3850-4065-9DF3-396128A2EE4C/media.mp3
CORE 280: A Myst Opportunity
Published: Sat, 04 Sep 2021
Description: China wants to keep kids from playing video games all the time. Midnight Suns is looking VERY good to us. Transformers comes to tabletop and Youtube! Dear Martha review of What The Golf. Scott played Mech Arena, Surgeon Sim 2, Mowing Lawns, and No Man's Sky. Jon is all about the final fantasies, and some MYST too! Beau can't stop playing Hades again! And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F8E89CED-CE43-40B2-B802-4111227BB236/media.mp3
CORE 279: Put Alloy In It
Published: Fri, 27 Aug 2021
Description: All the big GamesCom stuff! Especially the new SR, and Marvel Xcom-like, or not so like. Halo Infinite date and the multiplayer plan. Working on car stuff in Simulator 2021. More Humankind and Old World. Jon finished a final fantasy for the first time! Google went after Epic hardcore. Wahammer good game time! Deep Rock is Deep Back! MYST, Hades, FFIV, Pokemon Unite, and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/9FC41C7B-2BB8-44DC-AF9B-526C579A5604/media.mp3
CORE 278: No Fishing Here
Published: Fri, 20 Aug 2021
Description: The CORE Boys are back! We start with Quake getting better all these decades later, and Skyrim coming yet to MORE platforms for its 10 year anniversary. A triple Dear Martha Steam Review bonanza. GW2, Humankind, Amazon Luna, Pokemon Unite, Jupiter Hell, Disco E., Katamari Rerolled, emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E75C9109-A551-4F13-ABD0-79AFE3FF7A40/media.mp3
CORE 277: It's Better From Your Mom
Published: Fri, 13 Aug 2021
Description: We get some info on the OLED discussion. Then some new D2 cinematics. Blizzard let the D4 lead and lead designer go. Frostpunk 2 is coming. Grand Theft Audio Trilogy remastered is really a thing. Get GameMaker for free. Mobile players generate 1.7 billion dollars a week. Dear Martha Steam Reviews! Deep Rock Galactic is still amazing. Lawn Mowing needs a better throttle. Banners of Ruin is rad. Ultimate ADOM is very cool. FF Pixel Perfect Remaster is all it could be and more. Pokemon Unite knows where they can get to your wallet the fastest. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/292D6E1A-9782-4882-81AE-D8CC8048B3C9/media.mp3
CORE 276: Grew a BackBone
Published: Fri, 06 Aug 2021
Description: JAB steps down, so does Meschuk, and the lawsuits keep coming. Halo Infinite had a good test weekend. New World gets another delay. Playdates sell out and sell out fast. Pokemon Go reverted, and pissed people off really bad. Dear Martha Steam Reviews! Scott got a BackBone and loved it, and played The Ascent, Lawn Mower Sim, and some weird MMO's. Jon played a lot of FF, and a little Townscraper. Beau got a switch and is completely hooked on Pokemon Unite! Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C392C163-8923-40A5-A46E-42024B47968D/media.mp3
CORE 275: Teedus and Tidus are buddies
Published: Fri, 30 Jul 2021
Description: Sony sold 10 million PS5's, and MS did really well too, all this despite supply chain issues. Why and what, we discuss on the show. Blizzard employes did a walkout yesterday. Xbox Game Pass showing people using PS4 controllers on Xcloud. :) RE Villiage sells 4.5m copies! Zoom adds a weird gaming service. EB Games is now GameStop in Canada. We give away that Series S today! Dear Martha Reviews. Scott played Swords of Legends Online, Skyward Sword and ESO. Jon played FF1, FF14, and Pokemon Unite. Beau played Disco Elysium, and Like a Dragon. We did emails and talked about music in games, and when it goes horribly wrong. Music Beef? Maybe. Tune in and find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/19EC20A4-E4FC-4A2C-B012-BAD1748896C0/media.mp3
CORE 274: Space for Dead Space
Published: Fri, 23 Jul 2021
Description: We talk about this horrible Blizzard lawsuit. And then some positive stuff. Like New World is pretty good, EA is making Dead Space again, and Battlefield wants you to be creative again. Plus the fact that Pokemon Unite is badass. And a LOT of trying to get each other to play Disco Elysium. And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/509141CF-D74F-4CF6-899F-DD90C51CA773/media.mp3
CORE 273: All Hands On Steam Deck
Published: Fri, 16 Jul 2021
Description: Valve announced their long rumored handheld steam machine, called Steam Deck, and we have a LOT to say about it. Xbox controller might see a refresh sooner than you thought. Netflix is gonna start providing you with video games, whatever that means. Dear Martha. Scott played Ironcast, Griftlands, and Shipbreaker. Jon played FF14, and some Old World. Beau played a Bard in FF14, plus some time in Sea of Thieves. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/DAFDEF8F-D7C1-49F1-A186-FEEB372A081E/media.mp3
CORE 272: Big Boy Roblox
Published: Fri, 09 Jul 2021
Description: We get into some news regarding the new Switch model, Assassin's Creed Infinity, WoW based Pandemic board games, Tencent seeing you on camera at all times, Doom Eternal getting a new replacement mode, Magic Legends going bye-bye, and more! Dear Martha Steam reviews. We played Prodeus, Wildermyth, Metro Exodus, Mario Golf, Old World, Griftlands, Gladius, Endless Space 2, Lego Builder's Journey, FFXIV, Sea of Thieves, and more! Also your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/85983A91-988F-405D-A819-022C72D5541B/media.mp3
CORE 271: Dirt Nickle
Published: Fri, 25 Jun 2021
Description: Windows 11 and all the stuff that might effect your pc gaming life. Nvidia gets weird with AI and painting. Steam sale starts today! Fat Black Chocobos and how to gets em. Dear Martha goes to Russia today. Scott goes HARD into Chore Core this week. Chivilary II. Griftlands. Invisible Inc. Tainted Grail. FF14. Wildermyth. House Flipper. Dorfromantik. Your emails and more! Also, what's up with Incest Pig? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/D62E43B1-E35D-4333-B367-A391FDA224A8/media.mp3
CORE 270: Yakuza: Like a Dragon Beef
Published: Fri, 18 Jun 2021
Description: We sum up things in E3 so you don't have to, and we tell you what we think stuck and what didn't. Plus, Dear Martha Steam reviews, Yakuza Like a Dragon, Travelers Rest, and Invisible Inc. Plus Jon plays House Flipper. And Beau went wild in the deck builders but has regrets about Mass Effect. And lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/ADDE6E05-5507-4212-A6EB-54B573808BA3/media.mp3
CORE 269: Roach on a house, everyone loves ya
Published: Thu, 10 Jun 2021
Description: Battlefield 2042 announced today, and we have thoughts about it, and how it will never be Planetside 1. Last of Us stand alone multiplayer game still coming. Overwatch goes full cross-play. Ratchet and Clank might have hit a new all time high. TWO Dear Martha Steam reviews. Cyberpunk, Tainted Grail, RE8, FF14, and the final missions! All that and your emails too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/2F321178-FFC2-4EE5-9676-C3CAC8C3D470/media.mp3
CORE 267: Mass Reflect
Published: Fri, 28 May 2021
Description: No Blizzcon in 2021. Dead by Daylight gets a load of RE people in it. MS confirms Starfield will get a big showing this June. Uncharted 4 coming to PC. No Man's Sky gives you the Normandy. Sonic looks really stupid in the Olympics. 3D Hentai Checkers gets the Dear Martha treatment. We have a LOT of Mass Effect remastered talk today. PowerWash Sim, Days Gone, RE:V, Bugsnax, and lots lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/518BAAEA-EE49-485B-A7E8-D00114BD1A14/media.mp3
CORE 266: Find The Data Drive
Published: Fri, 14 May 2021
Description: More ex-Blizzard folks in a new company, Lightfordged Games. Target gets out of the Pokemon fight. Mass Effect in effect this weekend. Dark Alliance coming to Gamepass day one. Jon played RE8 3 times so far. Dear Martha Steam Reviews. Back to Shipbreaker. ESO. FF14. Yakuza 0, and loads more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/78B2571B-6FCA-45C2-99AE-D29A7C1E0472/media.mp3
CORE 265: Will there be a crotch nest?
Published: Fri, 07 May 2021
Description: RE8 hits tomorrow and the word on the street is good! Nintendo wants kids to learn how to make games on Switch! Mass Effect LE lets you make custom console case art. Really. Blizz loses players but gains profits. Dear Martha Steam Reviews. Shipbreaker got its big patch finally! Apex gets 3v3 arena matches. ESO is still great. So is FF14, Mega Man X, and Dragon Quest Builders 2. Beau digging on Children of Morta, SW Battlefront 2, Andromeda, Inquisition, Torchlight 3 and more. Emails too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/BAC27D76-9092-4B1C-8E2A-ED870DC8486E/media.mp3
CORE 264: Money Melon
Published: Fri, 30 Apr 2021
Description: MS goes for the 88-12 split, just like Epic. Acivision's Bobby Kotick got forced to take a pay cut. He also looks like a certain celeb. Xbox no longer charging you for free to play games. Capcom goes long with the demo for 8. The new Mortal Kombat movie is great trash. Dear Martha gets in on the Dragon Beef this week. ESO, PGA Tour 2K21, Obsidian Prince, NieR Replicant, FF14, Torchlight III on Series S, emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C0FCFBD2-7128-4288-B04D-8E28905D1391/media.mp3
CORE 263: We Live in a Satiety!
Published: Fri, 23 Apr 2021
Description: Jeff Kaplan leaving blizz, and what we make of that. Windows is overhauling the Windows Store for game stuff. PS Plus Video Pass leaked but no one really knows what it is. EA is upping frame rates on a load of older EA games for next gen consoles. Dear Martha Steam Review. ESO vs FF14 beef continues. MLB The Show on Xbox. American Fugitive on Switch. TaleSpire is interesting. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/ED9CDFCB-248E-4BE9-8A5A-FCAF392BCDF8/media.mp3
CORE 262: MMO Mix Up
Published: Sat, 17 Apr 2021
Description: Tim Sweeny got that Sweeny Money. Jaffe says Sony is building a Gamepass like service right now. RE showcase was a thing and we break it all down. Last of Us remake? Alexa will start working with Gamepass. Blizz added a couple more games to the arcade collection. Things Naughty Dog is NOT making. Dear Martha Steam Reviews. The games we are playing and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/BA19E02A-7BC9-4D57-BB17-C40F8F59B5D3/media.mp3
CORE 261: Keeping your game in the fridge
Published: Fri, 09 Apr 2021
Description: Deathloop delayed, Advent Children getting the 4k HDR treatment, EA play is weird on PC. Path of Exile 2 is coming and looks like one! Dear Martha game reviews. FFXIV and Scott and John in that game. FUSER. Two Point Hospital. Heroes and Hearthstone and your emails and more! Why do people meme Shrek anyway? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/47A8FC99-1524-4B82-B71D-3D10E41C6779/media.mp3
CORE 260: Everything is a simulation
Published: Sat, 03 Apr 2021
Description: CyberPunk hits 1.2 and we have all kinds of thoughts about that. Among Us is going full art-redo and we are here for it. No Man's Sky adds a big multiplayer element. Sony's MLB The Show is coming day one on Xbox with Gamepass. We guess that means hell froze over or something. Beau goes off on Bitcoin. What we are playing this week, and your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F0ED0095-B5D0-401E-86A0-B50FC3FDA0F7/media.mp3
CORE 259: Pikman Everywhere
Published: Fri, 26 Mar 2021
Description: The BAFTA's happened. Hades and Last of Us Part II did really well. Niantic wants you playing with Pikmin outside. MS might be buying Discord for 10b. Steam has some standards we guess. Switch 2 could boost some serious Mario with DLSS from NVIDIA. Dear Martha Steam Reviews. Scott beat Outer Worlds, is playing Mankind Divided again, Littlewood on Switch, and tried that Magic ARPG. (Hint: It's kinda bad right now). John all back into FF 14, while Beau is in HOTS again. Get the new Frogpants newsletter at FROGPANTS.CLUB! And more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C4A32D65-B69E-441D-B9BB-3AA2FE44BE84/media.mp3
Frogpants Plays: Special Interview with Chris Metzen
Published: Tue, 23 Mar 2021
Description: Scott and Chris have a sit-down and chat up up about his new big project, plus lots of great insights into development of this kind of project vs something like a major game release at Blizzard. Here’s a bit more about the project.Auroboros: Coils of the Serpent is a 5E campaign setting by Chris Metzen and Warchief Gaming. The first release in this universe, Worldbook: Lawbrand, is based on the roleplaying campaign that Chris ran with his childhood friends in the eighties and nineties, before heading to Blizzard to work on worlds such as Warcraft, StarCraft, and more.Enjoy Scott Johnson chatting with Chris Metzen about his awesome new project! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C7A6CC99-AB5A-4409-B290-452CE2F1851D/media.mp3
CORE 258: Ancient Needs
Published: Fri, 19 Mar 2021
Description: Swuare-Enix did their showcase, and there were a few things of note. Playstation buys EVO, and we think that is a little odd. EA Play now on Gamepass PC. Diamond Cards come to Hearthstone. Scott actualy played a little Lust From Beyond, and it kinda was not what we thought it was. Also the long hunt for that Pharaoh Feeling. Jon is back into Neir, and loves it. More Loop Hero, and Beau just did some old fashioned Hots this week! And your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/B49E0F4C-7C9D-49E2-B68E-138D8F78CA78/media.mp3
CORE 256: Techno Swamp
Published: Sat, 06 Mar 2021
Description: Jon had a baby! But Scott and Beau are here to keep things running tonight with talk about Diablo IV, OW2 getting cooler by the second, MTG getting some Warhammer 40k love, and Bioware and the dropping of Anthem. Scott is losing it over Loop Hero, with some Griftlands, and Valheim thrown in. Beau is playing all the Blizz games, plus some Dicey Dungeons, Dyson Sphere, and Valheim! And lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/8FE1FAA1-9ED4-4DD2-B730-E60040575036/media.mp3
CORE 255: Nobody Wants Hard Milk
Published: Fri, 19 Feb 2021
Description: Mortal Kombat trailer is rad. Nintendo Direct had stuff to talk about. They had me at Mario Golf. No Man's Sky gets pets. Kingdom Hearts comes to PC. Blizzconline discussion. More factory building games on tap this week. Legend of Keepers is Scott's new jam. Ori looks INSANE on big TVs with lots of features. Hearthstone holds Beau hostage again. Emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/1390B557-3A8A-4A1F-8046-0E54D6840FC3/media.mp3
CORE 254: The Mandalorian and the Lady of Bear Island
Published: Fri, 12 Feb 2021
Description: That cancelled Xbox 360 GoldenEye game leaked! Blizzconline happens next week. We have thoughts. Disco Elyisium is getting a BIG update or owners of the game. Someone hacked CDPR hardcore. Mario 3D Land hits this week. Shipbreaker, WoW, Legend of the Keepers, Alba, Fallen Order, Genshin Impact, and lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/06DCCBA6-6B30-45AD-B355-82E3AE081609/media.mp3
CORE 253: Adjective Edition
Published: Fri, 05 Feb 2021
Description: Beau is here tonight to talk with Scott about their joint love of the new addiction known as Dyson Sphere Program on PC. But there's more! Mass Effect Legendary Edition coming and soon! Stadia cut out its internal game dev teams. How about the return of College Football to video games? More Shipbreaker, more Demon Hunters, and more Yakuza: Like a Dragon. And MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 252: Resident Evil Kart
Published: Fri, 29 Jan 2021
Description: The rise and fall of the Live Gold price. Gamepass hits a milestone. Sony should make an RPG from NaughtyDog. The quick and dirty on all this Gamestop stuff. Resident Evil 8 shows off a load of stuff. Tall lady!! Hitman III, Shipbreaker, Pokemon Go, Spiritfarer, and your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 251: A Nouveau Hope
Published: Fri, 15 Jan 2021
Description: Ubisoft is making a Star Wars game for Lucasarts! So is Bethesda, 'cept for Raiders of The Lost Ark! CDPR says sorry, and has some plans. Fallen Order and Battlefront 2 get next gen updates for free. Scott is still hooked on Shipbreaker and Xcom 2, while John is giving Teardown a run! Your emails and lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 250: Microsoft Mario?
Published: Fri, 08 Jan 2021
Description: Come with us on a trip to try and find the perfect mech game! Also, did you know MS almost bought Nintendo once? Ubisoft might be rolling into Gamepass and we are all for it! That KFC console is not going on sale. Mechwarrior 5, Phantom Brigade, Battletech, P-Go, Warcraft, Fynyx Rising, and so much more this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 245: Don't Sneak, Just Plunder
Published: Thu, 26 Nov 2020
Description: We go a little deeper into our Series X experience a couple weeks in. Hitman devs take aim at Bond next. Marvel Avengers is not doing well. Hogger is coming to Heroes. Valhalla is rad and we all love it so far. Shadowlands is good, and more wow. Gears 5 is INSANE on X/S. Beau had to make a girlfriend in Baldur's Gate 3, and so much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 244: Dawn of One, Eve of Another
Published: Thu, 12 Nov 2020
Description: The Series X is out and the PS5 right on its tail! We talk about our experiences so far. Mass Effect is getting a remastered trilogy. And a whole new game down the road. We're playing AC Valhalla, Days Gone, Watch Dogs Legion, the WoW pre-expac event, Baldur's Gate 3, and lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 243: Hack the Planet
Published: Thu, 05 Nov 2020
Description: Preloading EA games on gamepass for the 10th. Oculus Quest 2 sells super well. Spider-verse style animation coming to Miles Morales! Witcher 3 has no load times on Series X. Next week means new consoles! Watch Dogs Legion is good! Dirt 5 is also good! Teardown is amazing. Squadrons is happening with all of us and your emails to boot! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 242: Back To Monkey Town
Published: Thu, 29 Oct 2020
Description: Cyberpunk got punked again. Metzen announces a new project with tabletop as the focus! Legion reviews seem solid! No Man's Sky goes next gen for free! Anthem is still saying things about the game that they maybe have been working on. Ghostrunner is rad. WoW is comfort food. Hades is is offramped. And lots of other talk you might enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 241: The Future Is Made of Gamers
Published: Thu, 22 Oct 2020
Description: What happens when more and more in political power use gaming and streaming as a tool to reach voters? We discuss how this works and how it might work in the future. Also, Warcraft is really good right now for Scott and Jon. The Solitaire Conspiracy still suits us. Hades still owns our souls. Emails about EA and star wars and way more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 239: Talk Into My Ear
Published: Thu, 08 Oct 2020
Description: What is Luna and do you want it? Or are there already too many gaming streaming services. Steve enters Smash and some are not happy about it. Sony does a hardware breakdown of the PS5. Nvidia cards are WAY back ordered now. Baldur's Gate 3 is in EA. Scott played and really liked Neir Automata. Shocking we know. Hades, Forgone and The Solitaire Conspiracy get a look too. Hades especially. Squadrons is...ok we think. Great emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 238: Open Your World
Published: Thu, 01 Oct 2020
Description: What even is crunch in gaming and what can be done about it? Also early Series X impressions are in, and they are good! Among Us dumps sequel and goes back to the first game. A bunch Metal Gears make their way to GoG. Peter Parker looks different on PS5. Scott talks about his effort to scratch the right open world itch he has right now. Shadow of War, Watch Dogs 2, and Just Cause 4 on deck. Jon rightly loves Hades, but not Super Mario All-Stars 3D. Spelunky 2 is pretty great though. Beau finished Banner Saga 2 and is ready for 3! Our /paid on Steam and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 237: Baby Sleeping Place
Published: Thu, 24 Sep 2020
Description: HUGE week of discussion. Let's start with Mike Morheim announcing today that Dreamhaven is his new games company, with sub studios, Secret Door and Moonshot. All of what that means and could mean. Plus, preordering PS5's and Xboxs is harder than you thought. Also GTX3080's for that matter. A big discussion about the Xbox plan, and how their HUGE acquisition of Zenimax/Bethesda could impact things. 7.5 BILLION dollars is a lot of dollars. No Man's Sky goes further than we thought. Shadow of War. Art of Rally. Avengers goes on hold. Disgaea PC. The Banner Saga. And your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 236: Throbbing Logos
Published: Thu, 17 Sep 2020
Description: Sony took the virtual stage today, and we have price and dates for PS5. Also a look at Final Fantasy 16, Mile Morales, The Plus Collection, and Ragnorok, a God of War sequel. Mad Max, Wasteland 3, Luigi's Mansion, streaming some cooking and guitar playing, and The Beau Zone Layer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 235: A Series of S and X
Published: Thu, 10 Sep 2020
Description: Microsoft finally confirms and gives a date to the Xbox Series X and S, and we think this is all a pretty insane deal. We talk about all of it, including what we think Sony will need to do to answer what we got this week from MS. EA adds to the pile as well. The Witcher is getting a free next gen update for all owners. Nintendo wants you to do lots of temporary things for his 35th birthday. Mad Max, Star Renegades, Control, Marvel's Avengers, Crusader Kings 3, Divinity 2, Dead Cells, and LOTS more. Oh and why your eyes might be your display problem. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 234: Dead Cells & The Wagon
Published: Thu, 03 Sep 2020
Description: Nvidia cards and what they might do to your wallet this year. Ubisoft renames Gods and Monsters to something dumber. Sony is thinking about more PC games. Witcher goes full Pokemon. What it means to fall off the games management wagon, and how to get back on. Spiritfarer is amazing and you should be playing it. Wasteland 3. New Super Lucky's Tale. Fall Guys. Crusader Kings 3. And why you should ask for Dante when getting gigabit internet. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 233: Explosive Burrito
Published: Thu, 27 Aug 2020
Description: We give our take on the Apple / Fortnite / Google thing. DC had a big week with two big game announcements. What even is Lord of the RIngs: Gollum? Fall Guys keeps breaking records. Jon wants back into FFXIV. Rogue Legacy 2, Sleeping Dogs is done, Mad Max visit, The Witcher 3 is done for Jon. Grounded is pretty grounded. Dead Cells for Beau. And LOTS MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 230: A More Artistic Meat Boy
Published: Thu, 30 Jul 2020
Description: We look a little closer at the Xbox event last week. Why some say Halo Infinite needs help the graphics department. Grounded gives you some sweet spider options. Nintendo and the gigaleak, and what we learned from it. Carrion, Shipbreaker, Celleste, Krumit's Tale, Sea of Thieves, why we are all going to play Yakuza 0, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 229: We are paper
Published: Thu, 23 Jul 2020
Description: Ubisoft is in trouble, Yakuza goes full RPG, No Man's Sky gets scary, Final Fantasy 7R gets ready for the next one, Ghosts and Paper fight it out in the charts, all the 40k games, Breakpoint is better, Shipbreaker is amazing, Superhot is super hotter, and Divinity 2 is still pumpin! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 227: Why Would You Do Either of These Things
Published: Thu, 09 Jul 2020
Description: Microsoft says next gen upgrades need to be free - removes DLC loophole, but remasters will presumably still be a thing. 23rd for their big stream. The Sims is getting a reality TV show. Ninja is back...and he's on Youtube this time. Warcraft had their Shadowlands talk... it was pretty meh, but Beta starts next week. Art book is back! Still on track for Fall release. Hardspace: Shipbreaker. Curse of the Old Gods (PC early access). Streaming Titanfall 2 and LOVING IT. Swimmin in Animal Crossing NH. Roundguard. Streets of Rogue. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 224: Pokemon, Snap Back!
Published: Thu, 18 Jun 2020
Description: Beau is out, but Jon and Scott are in this week talking all things PS5, Pokemon Snap coming back, Star Wars Squadrons, Last of Us 2 and more! Also Scott's huge 4x experiment, thoughts on Old World, Griftlands and Desperadoes III! Jon played the Outer Worlds again too! And lots more! Oh and we argued about 90's cartoons. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 223: Mech Itch
Published: Thu, 11 Jun 2020
Description: EA is back on steam! Do we care? Do you? We talk about it. Destiny fans are not happy. Warcraft pushes an announcement. PS5 stuff pushed but we get it tomorrow. Civ VI keeps racking up victims. Deep Rock still has us by the tail. Animal Crossing is a great place to leave tips. Battletech is so rad. Command and Conquer conquer again! Burnout Paradise won't run for me. And LOTS more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 222: Unleashing our Fury
Published: Thu, 28 May 2020
Description: We get into some news, like Blizzcon being canceled, Doom Eternal doing the right thing (maybe), Avengers, and why that thing is still a problem game. Minecraft Dungeons and Crucible are not terrible, but they are not great. More Rock Dwarves for us all! Fury Unleashed still rockin Scott's world. How gaming conventions might work in the future! Your emails and loads more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 221: Rock and Stone!
Published: Thu, 21 May 2020
Description: Mafia Trilogy sounds like it might be worth a look! GTAV goes free! Nintendo gives Paper Mario fans what they want! Artifact 2 is really happening we guess. Ghost of Tsushima looks amazing. We played a LOT of Deep Rock Galactic this week and we LOVE THIS GAME! Animal Crossing is going strong for Scott AND Jon now. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 220: So Many Triangles!
Published: Thu, 14 May 2020
Description: We break down all this Unreal 5 news, and see what we think. EA has a load of games coming this year including what seems to be a Mass Effect trillogy remaster. RD2 petting horse thing is nuts. Animal Crossing crosses Jon, Scott gets some real anime bullshit in Ace Combat 7, and Beau finds his groove again in The Witcher 3. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 219: He's handsome but he smells like vegetables
Published: Fri, 08 May 2020
Description: We break down all the stuff Microsoft showed today for the Series X games, and some commentary on how this is all gonna go for them come year-end. We like that Robocop is coming to MK11. Valhalla trailer blew our minds. Why is Mass Effect not a tactics game yet? LevelHead is amazing. Animal Crossing is the right thing still. FFVII is amazing according to Jon. Finding the best unwind game. And LOTS more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 218: Senior Star Citizen
Published: Thu, 30 Apr 2020
Description: Last of Us 2 has a bad leak, and a new release date. New AC has vikings in it, and we are pretty stoked about it. Epic says you need 2FA to use the store now. Elite Dangerous adds fleets. Morhaime has things to say about Blizzard. Iratus, Gears Tactics, XCOM, FFVII Remake and lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 217: Reboot, Remaster, Remake, Repeat
Published: Thu, 23 Apr 2020
Description: Jon is now all in on FF7 and there is nothing stopping him. Scott went on a sales binge on the Switch. Diablo-likes can never taste like the real thing. Spoilers make things better for some of us. RTX in Minecraft is really mindblowing. Mario Maker 2 got a HUGE update. Animal Crossing is getting a huge update RIGHT THIS MINUTE! GeForce Now loses more games. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 216: A wild XCOM appears
Published: Thu, 16 Apr 2020
Description: Why games should always let you pull the trigger. Uncharted collection goes free. Stadia is still weird. PS5 controller is kinda funny. Remapping controllers on Switch is kinda cool. XCOM has a new game out, and no one knew it was coming. Gears Tactics seems like it might scratch the same itch. Animal Crossing still engrossing for Scott. Ancient Enemy is a serious treat. Fallout 76 is better. RE3 is scary. Mechs in No Man's Sky. Civ VI and LOTS more! Oh and Beau cried a lot in Final Fantasy 7. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 215: No Foolin'
Published: Thu, 02 Apr 2020
Description: April Fools day is dumb, but googly eyes on your shooter heroes is kinda rad. Gearbox is in another mess, and we don't hold very well with this particular turn. DOOM Eternal has been whipped, and Jon and Beau have advice. RE3 is coming this week, and Scott and Jon are ready to stream the screamfest. Animal Crossing still owning Scott's time. Ghost Recon Breakpoint got a lot better this week. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 213: Mellifluous Vernacular!
Published: Fri, 13 Mar 2020
Description: E3 is cancelled. We talk about what that means! HZD is coming to PC for real now. Lego Mario is rad. DOOM launch trailers are better than others. Last of Us coming to HBO. Castlevania on Netflix continues to be a damn joy. Reggie Fils-Aime appointed to executive board at GameStop. No Man's Sky - it's becoming a problem. And SO much more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 212: Everything is Better on A Tractor
Published: Thu, 05 Mar 2020
Description: We break down all the Baldurs Gate 3 stuff. GDC is cancelled. Will E3 get hit? Halo is back on PC. Final Fantasy 7 demo thoughts. Want a gamer bed? We kinda do. NMS is getting better and better and better. Does Scott think he will ever get the city builder he wants? Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 209: Back away from the JPEG brawler
Published: Thu, 06 Feb 2020
Description: Sony is giving us more bread crumbs. Phil Spencer knows who the enemy is. Blizz sort of answers concerns regarding WC3 issues. Nvidia goes full launch with GForce Now. Rockstar loses a founder. Breakpoint get's a fresh start. Scott played LOTS of card games. Jon like playing BB8. Beau did NOTHING but Warcraft III. And your emails! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 208: We await only your command Warchief
Published: Fri, 31 Jan 2020
Description: We talk a lot about Warcraft 3 Reforged and the rough launch. Also what makes you help a friend move. KotOR is getting a remake of it's own soon! Atari wants to make a hotel chain. Torchlight is going the full III instead of Frontiers. Youtube and Blizz strike an exclusive deal. All the cool stuff we are playing and loads more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 207: Doom Like
Published: Thu, 23 Jan 2020
Description: Cyberpunk delayed, but we are ok with it. GTA6 and Spider-Man 2 leaks happened. Doom Eternal looking REALLY good so far. LittleWood is right up Scott's alley. Jon reviews WoW 8.3 a bit. Beau still has his head in Black Desert Online, and bought an outfit for his lady. NEXEOPARDY is back baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 202: Top and Bottom Gary
Published: Thu, 05 Dec 2019
Description: We are ALL over the place tonight, but at the core of CORE, we get into the long hunt for the perfect action RPG. Also, RE3 is getting a remake treatment it seems. Diablo 4 is dropping Ancient Legendaries from the whiteboard. A new segment tonight too! Oh, and why Xcom2 is soooooo good still. We will all play Gloomhaven when it's ready. And a great call from a deep voice tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 201: I like the farmin', you like the charmin'.
Published: Thu, 28 Nov 2019
Description: We go deep into why Diablo keeps dragging us back in. Holiday sales are happening! Nomansky gets a big new update. Games that we meant to play this year but did not. Games we might grind out in the holiday time. And lots of stuff here and here so get in and listen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 200: Bob knows you can do better
Published: Fri, 22 Nov 2019
Description: Half-Life Alyx is a thing and we go DEEP on the implications. Anthem might not be done just yet. Path of Exile goes full sequel but not really. Stadia is out and is mixed but interesting. Video Game Awards are kinda...dumb. Fallen Order sounds like it's great with some cracks. And so much more. Listen in and enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 198: Conventional Wisdom
Published: Thu, 07 Nov 2019
Description: Beau and Scott here this week getting all the Blizz news figured out from Blizzcon, and in particular, D4. EA back in bed with Steam. Services that you feel bad for having. China went full Shwartz. Getting bannded for cheating. Scott gushes over ESO, and Beau is back in D3 hardcore. And lots more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 197: Deathwing in the sky with diamonds!
Published: Fri, 25 Oct 2019
Description: Blizzcon predictions! Deathwing in Heroes! Fallout 76 has serious fallout from their latest announcement. Last of Us 2 is delayed. Command and Conquer all over again soon! Shroud is outta here. Mike Ybarra joins Blizzard. Planetside 3 is a thing. All the games we are spending time in and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 195: Product In The Product Hole
Published: Thu, 10 Oct 2019
Description: Blizzard is in a hot pot. Red Dead 2 is coming to PC. PS5 got confirmed. Doom Eternal is gonna have to wait. Why does Scott like Breakpoint when everyone else hates it. Batman is still spinin! ESO is also rad! Untitled Goose Game has Jon's Goose. Opus Magnum is also rad for a couple of us. Black Desert Online is terrible with great combat, and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 184: 10 Percent Faster
Published: Fri, 12 Jul 2019
Description: Warframe has a lot planned. Nintendo outs the the Switch Lite. Why Sean Murray likes things quiet. Heroes gets a 10% boost in speed. Amazon is trying to get into the Lord of the Rings MMO market. Star Craft 2 has a secret robot out there kicking your butt. How to adult with your games and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 181: The Hunt Begins
Published: Thu, 20 Jun 2019
Description: We talk about why it's hard to out-Diablo Diablo, and what we want from the perfect clone of the best ARPG series of all time. Baldurs Gate 3 and how it will use 5e rules in it's universe. Discord questions! Why Scott loves HUNT so much. Why Jon faught all the Minotaurs. And why Beau feels so strongly about Cyberpunk. All that and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 178: Skrohawk, or Gamer Disorder according to WHO?
Published: Thu, 30 May 2019
Description: What is gaming disorder, according to the World Health Organization? We talk about it. Also Death Stranding has a release date and a weird new trailer. PlayDate seems interesting but a little pricey. Google is shutting down the Youtube Gaming app. Apex has a bit of a hit in the last two months. Why Jon and Scott love AC:O, and what Elswyr has to offer right now. Beau is back hardcore into Path of Exile. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 174: Did Somebody Touch Your Tower?
Published: Thu, 02 May 2019
Description: Epic Games has a challenge for Steam and it's kinda weird. We talk all about it. In and out of love with Mortal Kombat 11. Despite Gearbox saying differently, there are in fact microtransactions in Borderlands 3. What is this Sonic nightmare we are in? And loads more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/49BD6F87-2141-4B47-8742-E7FE93884D1E/media.mp3
The Metzen Series Part 03: I Am Content
Published: Fri, 19 Apr 2019
Description: The 3rd and final part of this most recent Chris Metzen interview series. Perhaps the most emotional and intense of the three, but with some very happy endings. Not to mention some great behind the scenes in StarCraft and Diablo III. Thank you everyone, and especially Chris, for making this series happen. More soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/4C9CAA9A-CADE-4986-B490-1171381D21A7/media.mp3
CORE 169: Run for the Borderlands
Published: Fri, 29 Mar 2019
Description: Why Scott is mat at Bethesda today. He'll explain. Borderlands 3 is happening and we go deep on the announcements today. Borderlands 1 is also getting a big remaster. Wolfenstein Youngblood also looking tight. Is blizzard hiring out for all classic stuff from now on? What we are playing and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/9E0DA990-A575-44C8-B4CE-6828E549AC51/media.mp3
CORE 168: Head in the clouds
Published: Thu, 21 Mar 2019
Description: We try and wrap our wee heads around Google Stadia, and what MS might do in response come E3. Apex gets its Battle Pass, and it's...kinda lame. Octane seems cool though. Epic says they are not in the porn business. Heroes dumps paid loot boxes. Wildlands, Warframe, Pandemic Legacy, and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/B7E7723D-5C99-4A7A-97F5-5BBD323E33BF/media.mp3
CORE 167: Strangers and grinding and farming
Published: Thu, 14 Mar 2019
Description: This wee we discuss Cloud Gaming and what MS and Google have planned for your gaming dollor. Halo coming to PC on Steam and Windows! How much does it cost to have a Ninja play your game? Gift bags are coming to Divinity for some reason. The Division 2, Wildlands, WoW, and Darkest Dungeon, and MORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 166: One Mozambique Kill
Published: Thu, 07 Mar 2019
Description: What is old is new again, and we talk about older games getting more play later in their lives. We cover the Heroes AMA today! Apex Legends hits 50 million players. Vermintide 2 get's a rad expansion and LOTS more. Things like, why Jon can't be inside the human body ever. Or how Scott learned there are hookers in The Witcher. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/E79D7ECE-57AE-4194-A6D6-9BA32EA56914/media.mp3
CORE 164: BeAware
Published: Thu, 21 Feb 2019
Description: Anthem is the big talk tonight, along with lots of thoughts about Bioware's latest. Also, with all this Apex Legends business, many of us are finding out what's happening on Origin. Darkest Dungeon II is coming and that sounds great. Netflix murders to more Marvel shows and more! On CORE tonight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/474E6174-052A-4F75-94D8-9521C707D432/media.mp3
CORE 135: Rust and Chrome
Published: Fri, 06 Jul 2018
Description: Welcome to the Warchrome Wastes. Did they make these skins for Scott? He feels like it. How about a 5 man mount? Raynor and Azmo get a big rework. PTR holds lots of changes for next week. All those ranked changes are on the way as well. Beau sees a hammer he wants really bad and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/509ADFAE-7039-475B-899A-2D704E038940/media.mp3
CORE 132: Sneaky D's
Published: Fri, 15 Jun 2018
Description: All our thoughts on Yrel and her entry into the Nexus. Spoiler: She's pretty rad. What's with no animated homescreen, blizz? Get your Twitch on so you can get free loot! Blizzard is going harder on bad behavior. 50% XP gains are yours for a while. Jaina has weird shoes. Mid-season brawl is happening. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/651F3A7E-BB01-4747-9745-62CC551CA149/media.mp3
CORE 129: Bundle Bungle
Published: Thu, 24 May 2018
Description: Choose a side and win stuff. Could they expand on this plan? Bundlemania! And by that we mean, maybe $80 is a bit much. Reworks hit the live server. Some of these skins are weird. The Heroes Charity Brawl is happening June 2nd! Hanamura taken off custom, and we wonder what that means. Wanna ride a shark? We do. Your emails and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/C60B96B0-478B-4D56-8A7C-F8C277BC129F/media.mp3
CORE 128: Let Me Tell You Somethin' Brother...
Published: Thu, 17 May 2018
Description: Cain gets you back into it! We look at this Nexusmania thing in depth. Season 3 stuff. Diablo and Lunara are getting changes. Loads of balance changes hit this week. There was a Reddit AMA and they told us new stuff. What's up with Zeeb's spiders? Also, being a tank in Heroes can be tricky! Among many other weird things tonight! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/DBC8FEB4-CFFC-4CC5-8F38-A46F5FF327CA/media.mp3
CORE 127: We have a Lore to talk about
Published: Thu, 03 May 2018
Description: Stay awhile, AND LISTEN TO CAIN BREAK IT DOWN! A gateway to The Dark Nexus has opened! Announcing The 2018 Heroes Charity Brawl on June 2nd! We give our thoughts and impressions on Deckard Cain while welcoming the Raven Lord and the first chapter of Nexus Lore to the game! All that, short old ladies, your emails, and more on CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/CD5FB6B6-F4E6-4B06-8C0A-862285D4927F/media.mp3
CORE 124: The Lorenado Cometh
Published: Sat, 07 Apr 2018
Description: The Lorenado is coming! What did we learn about Nexus lore this week at PAX? Tyrael lives in Neo-Stormwind for one thing. :) Deckard Cain is real and he is comin! We go deep on this kit. Fenix is broken but in a good way. DirectX9 is getting dumped after 16 years. Brawls get fun this week. Is Heroes more work than Overwatch to play? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F53BDB1F-B99E-46B6-8DD5-C3F9AA8A4104/media.mp3
CORE 119: The cops are on patrol!
Published: Thu, 01 Mar 2018
Description: This week on CORE! We get arrested by some sweet new police skins for Worgen Freeman and friends! Reworks are everywhere this week and this time Sonya and Medivh get a little Balance Team TLC! and we're getting Ana BUFFS!! And that, a sweet new Q&A video with Captain Adab and Eric Cooper, your e-mails, and more! on this hole-style episode of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/6071D647-ABD7-4EE6-A7D5-E4EAD5CBD914/media.mp3
CORE 116: The Unweildy Protoss
Published: Thu, 08 Feb 2018
Description: Scott shares some surprising revelations! Maiev is here and chewing up the scenery! Some more post-PTR Changes! Do Overwatch characters Basic Abilities have to match their FPS counter-parts so religiously? The Lunar Festival has begun! Heroes Mario Kart! All that, containment fields, knives, your e-mails, and more, on this crescent-shaped edition of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/D45934D6-7A1A-4098-B406-FF79DC91ED5B/media.mp3
CORE 114: I Maiev seen that tease
Published: Thu, 25 Jan 2018
Description: This week on CORE: What's behind the shower curtain? What's on everyone's mind when it comes to Arthas? What's up with the new patch today? And why isn't Heroes of the Dorm 2018 on Facebook? HGC is back! There Will Be Dungeons! All that, your emails, shower curtains, and more! and this veild episode of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/00D78DD4-3CBC-4BE7-A0DE-051618A1F059/media.mp3
CORE 109: Garrosh can't pull jack
Published: Thu, 21 Dec 2017
Description: This week: is Quick Match getting weird? We do a post-mortem on the latest major patch: what worked and what didn't work and why? The new Ranked seasons started a little rough and we catch you up on what you might have missed. Balance patch dropped today and we cover the highlights! Part 2 of Escape from Nexeopardy! All that, your emails, and more, on this inappropriately ranked episode of CORE. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/F8C14877-939C-45F0-BE90-75B3DFAB4B03/media.mp3
CORE 108: Sad Guy Handsoap
Published: Thu, 14 Dec 2017
Description: MERRY WINTER'S VEIL! Hanzo arrives in the Nexus to ring in the holiday and everyone's hands are that much cleaner! The 2018 Gameplay Update is LIVE and we give it one last review before diving in! We take a look at Performance-Based Matchmaking and celebrate the return of Nexeopardy! Or, shall we say, our Escape from Nexeopardy! Splood, Dungeon Runs, Simple Geometry, your emails, and more, on this handsome episode of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Link to Episode: https://sphinx.acast.com/p/open/s/6500f421d570420011d0e34b/e/CFE35018-3D8F-468E-A7CF-97B6CD5EAB5D/media.mp3
CORE 105: Splood!
Published: Thu, 23 Nov 2017
Description: This week we begin speculating what kind of lore might be coming to our favorite game and what that could mean for its future, after which we do a deep dive on the major 2018 Gameplay Updates that have landed in the PTR! We also talk Black Friday sales, look at the Winter Veil skins that the community has uncovered, and pitch another ball at the Loot Boxes as Gambling debate running hot in the gaming zeitgeist. All that, your e-mails, Splood, and more, on this unrevealed, invisible, and stealthed episode of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 104: Craw Scrimshank
Published: Thu, 16 Nov 2017
Description: This week we welcome Alexstrasza to the Nexus, check our temperatures on 2.0, take a look at Travis McGeathy's comments about performance-based MMR, and take a look at the eSports Rosterpocalypse. All that, Craw Scrimshank, your e-mails, and more, on this dragon-y fire-y green heal-y episode of CORE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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CORE 101: Pushing Dat Lane!
Published: Wed, 25 Oct 2017
Description: BLIZZCON BE NIGH! Hopefully we get there and back before that pesky siege Hero knocks our houses down! We talk what we're doing at BlizzCon, what we hope to see, and lament how Heroes got left out of gifting in the Blizzard Battle.Net Launcher™. All that, your emails, our Virtual Ticket giveaway, and more, on CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/348634813-scott-johnson-27-core-101.mp3
CORE 98: Buff, Nerf, Change
Published: Wed, 04 Oct 2017
Description: This week play Nerf, Buff, Change! Debrief our Ana-est impressions playing with new Hero, Ana! We run down the HGC Blizzcon Finalists, and then run down the Heroes-related contact for the newly announced Blizzcon Show Schedule! Bug fixes, D.Va the Destroyer, your e-mails, and more, on this dark-sided episode of CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/345431184-scott-johnson-27-core-98.mp3
CORE 99: Welcome Mr. Fawkes
Published: Wed, 11 Oct 2017
Description: EVERYTHING IS COMING UP EXPLODEY! Jamison Fawkes, aka JUNKRAT, explodes into the Nexus and Scott couldn't be explodier! Hallow's End hitting next week and tons of cool new skins! We say yes to axe and the new Zul'Jin rework! We say ahm komin threw to Muradin's changes! Tons of tweaks to Heroes in the latest Balance Patch! Your poorly typed emails, Kylo Ren, and more, on this explody explosion-filled episode of CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/346509011-scott-johnson-27-core-99.mp3
CORE 97: Aim Your Life Darts
Published: Tue, 26 Sep 2017
Description: This week we ask: Should new maps be available in ranked? Volskaya seems awesome but still--should we be doing this right from launch? Also, it's Patch Day, and we discuss the impact that new heroes and hero reworks is having on our favorites. Some orange patch notes that didn't make it into the PTR notes! On this week's Core Concepts we ask: to suppression pulse, or not to suppression pulse! Jon's new Ana Lore trivia game! Your emails, calls, tweets and more, on this taz'dingoey episode of Core!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/344216459-scott-johnson-27-core-97.mp3
CORE 96: That's Amari
Published: Tue, 19 Sep 2017
Description: Ana! Junkrat! D.Va the Destroyer! D. Haka! An Invisible Horse! AND A NEW MAP: VOLSKAYA FOUNDRY! The Heroes team dropped a ton of new content and balance changes on us last Friday and we break it all down, CORE-Style!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/343183714-scott-johnson-27-core-96.mp3
CORE 95: Tanks but No Tanks
Published: Tue, 12 Sep 2017
Description: Hey guys! Here is your new episode! Before delving into a deep discussion on why folks we know and play with seem to overwhelmingly shy away from playing tanking characters, we talk gaming apps and extensions we love to see for our favorite game! Jon's review of Vertical Man is in, Scott debriefs the team on Lt. Morales, and Beau becomes second ranger to Tyrande! All that, the Tank's Pledge, your emails and more, and this sturdy episode of CORE! This week's CORE is brought to you by Nature's Path: Help your digestion with a small dab of Nature's Path, available at your local confectionary! Find your path, Nature's Path, today! Thank you Nature's Path!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/342135407-scott-johnson-27-core-95.mp3
CORE 94: Kay to the Tee
Published: Tue, 05 Sep 2017
Description: IT'S FINALLY PATCH DAY! Kel'Thuzad has arrived as well as his call! KT also heralds the close of a season, and we take a moment to look back on our Heroes experience over the past few months, go deep on how questing talents and abilities are affecting our gameplay experience, and discuss some possible new characters. All this, and more, on CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/341116288-scott-johnson-27-core-94.mp3
CORE 93: If Wishes were Dishes We'd All Have a D
Published: Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Description: If Wishes were Dishes We'd All Have a D! We look far and wide at the new KT on the PTR, along with some pretty major character reworks coming! What it takes to make a good trait in a character, and so much more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/340400263-scott-johnson-27-core-93.mp3
CORE 92: There's a new KT in town...Vertical Man!
Published: Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Description: Kel'Thuzad is FINALLY here to bring a curse on all interlopers! He was announced at Gamescom which is underway AS WE SPEAK and we're already getting sweet news drippings including a sweet news Heroes Cinematic! Changes to Chromie, Jaina, Leoric, and Lt. Morales! We announce and perform our favorite Dear Martha in the Dear Martha Internationl contest! AND a brand new Nexeopardy! All that, and so much more, on this hyper diaper episode of CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/339100500-scott-johnson-27-core-91b.mp3
CORE 89: Mad Axe
Published: Thu, 31 Aug 2017
Description: This week we ask what's with the beard? Garrosh doesn't know, but he DOES know about kicking butt, and he's bringing a controversial new tanking bag to the Nexus! Quality of life improvements on PTR! Real talk on Hanamura, phylactery science, plus your e-mails, calls, and more on the this post-apocalyptic episode of CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/335888812-scott-johnson-27-core-90.mp3
CORE 87: Stealth is Dumb
Published: Wed, 19 Jul 2017
Description: Are there peripherals that give you unfair advantages and does Jon Jagger have one? We love the Stuk! A weibo user teases a potential hero tease! Milkfat gets Milkreal! Sun's Out Sweepstakes status report! StarCraft has warchests! Stealth heroes are getting looked at (kinda hard to do, am I right...? Because they're, you know, stealthed.) NEXEOPARDY RETURNS! All that, your emails, tigers, raptors, bears, and more, on this delicious episode of CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/333823327-scott-johnson-27-core-88.mp3
CORE 86: Stukov is Vokuts backwards
Published: Tue, 11 Jul 2017
Description: Stukov has arrived! Updated patch notes from PTR! Appear Offline rumored to be on the way to Battle.Net (Or blizzard net or whatever it is called now) and how that could affect Heroes players! Grubby gets snubbied! We discuss our favorite heroes this season! Your emails, meat mountain, and more! on CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/332817156-scott-johnson-27-core-87.mp3
CORE 85: They were Russian and just Stukov without me.
Published: Thu, 06 Jul 2017
Description: Stukov is FINALLY here and he brings too much hassle to the Nexus! We look back on our Nerdtacular experiences! There's a new Necromancer in Diablo 3 and with it a new Xul for Heroes players! Hanamura balance changes! The Sun's Out, Guns Out goes live along with a generous sweepstakes contest in support of the event! Pull parties, poor shower etiquette, your emails, and more, on the latest CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/332050275-scott-johnson-27-core-86.mp3
CORE 84: Shave 2 off your par
Published: Tue, 20 Jun 2017
Description: This week we talk Malthael! Mid-Season Brawl! HGC Phase 2 changes! Ranked changes to season 2! Necromancer coming to Diablo 3! We take your calls on the air and have listeners answer some Nexeopardy questions for prizes! Featuring a guest appearence from famed Starbucks barista Toëpfer! All that, and more, on COOOOOOOOOOOOORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/329186709-scott-johnson-27-core-85.mp3
CORE 83: Creamy Beans
Published: Tue, 13 Jun 2017
Description: This week we take in the new season smells! (It smells like Malfurion's beard!) Malthael is here! We talk about how our Loot Box Tychoon games are going. Some bits and pieces on the new Patch! Viewer calls, emails, salty tacos and so much more on the latest CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/327967933-scott-johnson-27-core-84.mp3
CORE 80: Mountain Dew Girl
Published: Tue, 16 May 2017
Description: D.Va has landed, with Alarak and Tyrande riding on top of D.Va! Big name League of Legends players make a big impact while playing Heroes for charity! We go deep on Battleground Rotations and what that means for us as players. May 16 Patch Notes, Player Portrait Borders, Dear Martha, your e-mails, and more on the latest CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/322998545-scott-johnson-27-core-81.mp3
CORE 77: 2.0 Legit 2.0 Quit
Published: Tue, 25 Apr 2017
Description: 2.0 is here and D. Va, Genji and Hanamura right along with it in an EPIC new cinematic! Blizzard try-harding to raise money for Make-A-Wish! Reddit happened again! New Tracer Brawl! ALL NEW NEXEOPARDY! Your e-mails and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/319527942-scott-johnson-27-core-78.mp3
CORE 70: Make due with your eyeball, Hawk Rocket
Published: Tue, 21 Feb 2017
Description: Make due with your eyeball, Hawk Rocket.
The week that was, and what we hope for in the coming weeks! Murky is a real turd right now. What is Lucio anyway? A brand new Nexeopardy and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/308952165-scott-johnson-27-core-71.mp3
CORE 64: Keep your Zul'jin up, lad
Published: Tue, 10 Jan 2017
Description: Are we as good as we think? Armor killed Resistance. Zul'Jin patch thoughts a week later. Rumors about a new hero. HGC warms up! Tempo makes a purchase. Mage Wars is here, with Nazeebo for who knows why. Your calls and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/301991788-scott-johnson-27-core-64.mp3
CORE 51: I didn't know you were there, but then I Zarya
Published: Tue, 27 Sep 2016
Description: Battlerite is alright. Perception is everything. Heroes Global Championship explained! Zarya and Warheads everywhere! Bonus patch stuff we missed! We are going to have a panel at Blizzcon! Your emails and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/285055841-scott-johnson-27-core-51.mp3
CORE 50: Bear Jr. and The Funpants Kid
Published: Tue, 20 Sep 2016
Description: Bear Jr. and The Funpants Kid. Legion is digging into our Heroes time. Murky made it so we wont get a new Brightwing. PTR breakdown. More from the Reddit Q&A. How the Placements are going. Nexeopardy time and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/283882682-scott-johnson-27-core-50.mp3
CORE 45: Reboot your War Machines
Published: Wed, 17 Aug 2016
Description: What happens when YOUR favorite gets nerfed? 2 new maps coming along with two new heroes! New skins and mounts too. All part of the Machines of War event. Plus, longer season 1, plays of the game, and NEXEOPARDY!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/278672488-scott-johnson-27-core-45.mp3
CORE 43: Wrap me in your ribbons
Published: Tue, 02 Aug 2016
Description: Master Skins and why they matter. Specialist meta all up in here. Auriel vids are out. And she's on the PTR. Balance changes are small. Wall vision is a thing! Brawlmania and what that actually is. Nexeopardy! Your calls and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/276596381-scott-johnson-27-core-43.mp3
CORE 39: Ghoulie Dan is coming!
Published: Tue, 05 Jul 2016
Description: Lets take a nice long look at what Gul'Dan brings to the table. What Auriel might have to say. Why that Li Ming skin is awesome. HUGE PTR update that will probably blow your minds. Big balance changes to almost every hero in the game! Team League gets seriously buffed. Emails and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/272392639-scott-johnson-27-core-39.mp3
CORE 37: Wolfman is Back!
Published: Tue, 21 Jun 2016
Description: Placements ahoy. Summer champs were great! Beyond the Nexus is good! New Ranked Mode! Free hero weekend! Medivh after a week. Big healing changes may be coming. Framerates got better! Balance patch today. We CORE Concept in Greymane's direction. Your calls and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/270283558-scott-johnson-27-core-37.mp3
CORE 35: Stuck in the Medivh with you
Published: Tue, 07 Jun 2016
Description: Medivh is in the house. Unranked Draft is on the PTR. We get the ranked revamp video. There was a HUGE AMA to sift through today. Mephisoto ideas! Chromie got buffed. NA tournament happened. Your calls and emails and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/268077762-scott-johnson-27-core-35.mp3
CORE 26: Clear eyes full hearts Dehakadong
Published: Mon, 04 Apr 2016
Description: On today's CORE: Bans and whats next. XP and free heroes this weekend! Loot boxes in the nexus? AMA results! Spring championships have no americans in it! Tracer shown! ARAM madness! A clear mind in Core Concepts. Emails and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/257380840-scott-johnson-27-core-26.mp3
CORE 03: Total ReCarl
Published: Sun, 11 Oct 2015
Description: What is up with Raynor and his two damn buttons. Where'd Artanis go? And where are the birthday bonuses? What Heroes at Blizzcon looks like right now. No space goats in the Nexus is not helping any of us. A week with Morales. Browder knows twitter. What it will take to make a Karma system in Heroes. Tanking is tricky. More people to play with. Jim is Carl and MORE!
Link to Episode: http://www.podtrac.com/pts/redirect.mp3/feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/227974958-scott-johnson-27-core-03.mp3
CORE 02: The Warrior's Code
Published: Mon, 05 Oct 2015
Description: Warriors code, and what we think about it. Map designer could be crazy! Snowballing is a big deal! 200 characters in the hopper. PTR changes! Cheese from Dan! European people play! Palm me in the cave! Calls emails and more!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/226942375-scott-johnson-27-core-02.mp3
CORE 01: Roles are hard
Published: Sat, 26 Sep 2015
Description: Tonight, on CORE: The character roles are a changin. Those America's Champs though. What came out of Vegas! What's up with Morales and all that other cool stuff coming soon. PTR delayed! We break down some important upcoming changes. Your emails and more, on this VERY FIRST EPISODE OF CORE!
Link to Episode: http://feeds.soundcloud.com/stream/225747464-scott-johnson-27-core-01.mp3