We’re starting the year with our boldest 2026 gaming predictions and New Year hot takes. We break down the most anticipated games of 2026, the upcoming releases that feel extremely sus, and what gamers should actually be excited (or worried) about. From GTA 6 and Half-Life 3 rumors to Valve’s next move, the Xbox handheld, and games like Wolverine, Marathon, Gears of War: E-Day, Destiny 2, Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, Fable, and more — plus our annual Nerdstradumbass predictions and industry chaos to kick off the year.
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00:00 - Intro
01:13 - Most Anticipated Games of 2026 that aren't GTA6
09:49 - Most Sus Games of 2026 (Concord Award)
19:25 - Craziest Predictions for 2026 Revealed!
36:58 - What you are playing over the holiday?
2025 was a wild year for video games — and we’re handing out our own unhinged awards. From overhyped disappointments and glitch-filled disasters to the games we couldn’t stop playing, we break down the best and worst games of 2025. We debate Borderlands 4, Silksong, Expedition 33, Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring rage moments, Switch 2 shockers, Game Pass price hikes, and even gaming conspiracy theories that might be real. Buckle up — this one gets spicy.
00:00 - Intro
01:29 - Best Game to Force Your Friends To Try
05:50 - Best Glitchy/Broken Game
11:17 - The Most Overhyped Game
15:48 - Game Most Likely to Be Remade
18:26 - The Controller Chucker Award
24:24 - The Best Surprisingly Good Game
30:36 - Best video game conspiracy theories of 2025
36:07 - Most Shocking/Memorable Moments of 2025
41:33 - Biggest Disappointments of 2025
49:23 - Games We Played Most in 2025
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On this episode of "Good Playing With You," we weigh in on Battlefield 6's battle for the U.S. sales charts. Do they have a shot at claiming the throne over Call of Duty: Black Ops 7?
Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke tries to clarify the studio's stance on generative AI. Are we okay with his statement?
Plus, Clair Obscur's budget was only a measly $10 million. So how did Sandfall pull off this incredible feat?
Then, we do a follow up on GameStops wild trade anything day. What was the craziest thing that got traded in?
Finally, Marathon is dropping March 2026. Is this new Bungie game DOA for real? We sound off.
00:00 - Intro
01:23 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Loses Top Sales Spot for 2025
10:17 - Baldur's Gate Maker Larian Faces AI Backlash
19:45 - Expedition 33 Budget Remarkably Small
26:10 - GameStop's "Trade Anything Day" Chaos
31:22 - Marathon Will Be $40, Launches in March
38:04 - Nvidia to Cut GPU Supply in 2026
Today we’re reacting to the best game reveals from The Game Awards 2025 — breaking down which games stole the show and which ones might be worth skipping.
From Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic and Tomb Raider to Divinity, Resident Evil Requiem, Control: Resonant, and more, we dig into what impressed us, what surprised us, and which reveals might be overhyped. If you missed the event or want honest reactions to the most talked-about games of 2025, this is the recap you need.
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00:00 - Intro
01:40 - Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic
05:26 - The Free Shepard
08:22 - Divinity
13:02 - Resident Evil Requiem
18:03 - Control Resonant
22:40 - Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis
26:30 - Tomb Raider: Catalyst
29:00 - Mega Man Duel Override
33:23 - 4:Loop
37:14 - John Carpenter's Toxic Commando
40:34 - Street Fighter Movie Trailer
45:08 - Total War: Warhammer 40k
48:30 - 007 First light
53:02 - Saros
55:59 - Best Game of the Show
58:02 - Worst Game of the Show
01:01:08 - Final Show Grade
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Metroid Prime 4: Beyond reviews are here, and the reactions are surprising. We break down what critics loved and what missed the mark. Then we dig into Geoff Keighley’s mysterious Game Awards statue tease and the leading fan theories. Plus, Helldivers 2 pulls off an insane 85% PC file-size cut. So why is the unexpected win putting us in a bad mood? We wrap with our Thanksgiving games, including Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Metal Gear Solid Delta, Returnal, Spider-Man, Arkham City, Jump Ship, and Fortnite.
00:00 - Intro
01:05 - Metroid Prime 4 Review Roundup
08:32 - Metroid Players Have to PAY for Music
12:26 - Kotaku Shills for Switch 2 Using Prime 4
18:16 - The Game Awards Mysterious Statue
24:05 - Helldivers 2 Extreme File Size Reduction on PC
28:51 - Is Cloud Gaming Inevitable?
33:23 - What We Played Over Thanksgiving
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Huge Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake date leak! We break down the new report, plus updates on the Assassin’s Creed Netflix series and the Far Cry TV show coming to FX/Hulu. We also cover leaked Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake footage, Splitgate 2’s relaunch, and Expedition 33’s Game Awards buzz. Then we share our Thanksgiving weekend games and the best Black Friday deals you should grab.
00:00 - Intro
01:17 - Black Flag Release Date LEAK?!
06:50 - Assassin's Creed Netflix Show
13:55 - Far Cry TV Show With Hulu & FX
20:16 - Footage of Prince of Persia Remake Leaks
24:43 - Splitgate 2's Relaunch Plan
30:36 - Expedition 33 Star's Game Awards Nom Reaction
37:46 - Our Thanksgiving Break Video Games
52:07 - Favorite Black Friday Deals
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The Xbox Partner Showcase delivered a surprising lineup this week, and we break down every standout moment, including Armatus, 007: First Light, Total Chaos, Zoopunk, CloverPit, Tides of Annihilation, and more. We also share our final grades for the showcase.
Then we jump into the extremely harsh early reviews for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and talk about what went wrong with the campaign and online-only setup. We also react to this year’s Game Awards nominations, covering the biggest surprises and likely winners.
Additional topics include Valve’s reaction to the rumored Steam Machine pricing, GameStop’s viral “Trade Anything Day,” and the unexpected Borderlands 4 free DLC drop.
00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Best Games at Microsoft's Showcase
01:18 - Armatus
04:01 - 007: First Light
07:16 - Roadside Research
08:55 - Total Chaos (shadow drop)
12:08 - Zoopunk
16:00 - CloverPit
18:47 - Tides of Annihilation
21:41 - Xbox Partner Showcase Grades
25:33 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Shocking Reviews
32:34 - Game Awards Nominee Reactions
42:54 - Valve Reacts Negatively to $500 Steam Machine Price
47:46 - GameStop "Trade Anything Day" Scam
53:00 - Borderlands 4 Free DLC Drop
Today we break down Valve’s epic announcement of a brand-new console, controller and VR headset. What could mean for the future of PC-style gaming?
We also take a look at the new Fallout season 2 trailer and how it stacks up against fan expectations ahead of the Amazon Prime show’s premiere in December.
Nintendo drops the Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer, and we’re digging into everything that was shown off.
Sony is reportedly furious with Bungie after under-performance across the board, and the company is now taking a massive $204 million hit as Destiny 2 falls short. What does this mean for the future of Destiny?
Meanwhile, Sony slashes the PS5 price in Japan, raising questions about global pricing. What's our take?
Fortnite is bringing back loot boxes, but only for creator-made islands. The community reaction is already heating up.
A new listing suggests Pokémon Pokopia may actually be only releasing on a game-card, and the outrage is real!
And finally, in corporate blunder news, Battlefield 6’s new Veteran’s Day pack doesn’t directly benefit veterans.
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00:00 - Intro
01:04 - Valve's New Console, Controller and VR Headset
17:53 - Super Mario Galaxy Trailer Reactions
24:30 - Fallout Season 2 Trailer Reactions
29:31 - Destiny 2 Costs Sony A $204 Million Hit
34:47 - Sony Drops PS5 Price in Japan
39:10 - Fortnite Brings Back Loot Boxes
44:10 - Pokémon Pokopia on Game-Card
49:38 - Battlefield 6's Veteran's Day Scandal
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Today we're talking about the latest Grand Theft Auto 6 delayd, now slating the game for November 2026. What's going on with Rockstar?
We also dive into everything Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser is saying about Red Dead Redemption 3. Will the highly anticipated follow up ever come out?
Metroid Prime 4 drops a new trailer, but we need to talk about what was shown off. Hint: it wasn't good!
A new leak suggests PS5’s upcoming cross-buy feature could connect PlayStation and PC libraries. Huge win for gamers!
Reports confirm the Switch 2 is now Nintendo’s top priority as the company shifts focus to next-gen hardware.
And over in Fortnite, fans are begging each other to boycott the new Sidekicks skins. Do we think it's enough for Epic not to pull something like this again?
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00:00 - Intro
01:13 - GTA6 Delayed to Nov. 19, 2026
12:38 - Red Dead Redemption 3?
19:01 - Metroid Prime 4 Trailer - Honest Truth
28:26 - Switch 2 Is Now Nintendo's Focus
33:52 - PS5 Cross-Buy Leaks!
41:23 - Fortnite Fans Boycott Sidekicks
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"Good Playing With You" - the latest video games news podcast. Today we dive into the Outer Worlds 2 reviews. Critics are divided, and the Steam player count isn’t helping!
We also break down the sudden Counter-Strike 2 market crash and what’s really causing all the chaos behind the scenes.
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake has dropped, and we have had our hands on it! Hear our review and get tips & tricks.
A Call of Duty movie is officially in the works from Taylor Sheridan, but will it actually get made?
Reports claim the next Xbox could kill the multiplayer paywall entirely. We react to the potentially bold move.
And finally, could AI make the next GTA? Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick doesn't think so!
00:00 - Intro
01:28 - The Outer Worlds 2 SURPRISING Reviews
08:53 - The Outer Worlds 2 Low Player Count
14:13 - Counter Strike 2 Has $2B Market Crash
20:54 - Dragon Quest 1 & 2 Review
27:08 - Dragon Quest 1 & 2 Tips!
31:44 - Call of Duty Movie Details!
38:28 - Will Next-Gen Xbox Make Online Free?
46:20 - Could AI Make the Next GTA?
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Today we're breaking down PC Gamer's surprising top 10 games in their prestigious top 100 list. It's a blood bath. We're talking Red Dead Redemtpion two, Dwarf Fortress, Caves of Qud, Balatro, Balder's Gate 3, Witcher 3 and more!
From Silent Hill f to Little Nightmares, we chat about the must-play horror games we are diving into over Halloween. They are too good to miss!
Also, Pokémon Legends: Z-A only needs to sell 200,000 units to break even. Is that why this game looks straight-up bad?! We get into it.
What happened this time?! Xbox President Sarah Bond calls console exclusives "antiquated." Just how wrong is her recent statement?
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00:00 - Intro
01:31 - PC Gamers Top 100 PC Games Surprises Us
21:08 - Halloween Games We're Playing
30:33 - Xbox President's Surprising Claims
35:27 - Dan Was WRONG! ROG Ally is Pointless
39:09 - Pokémon Only Needs to Sell 200K Units
Today we're diving into the latest speculation around next-gen consoles PlayStation 6 and the Next Xbox! We're talking PS6 and Xbox next-gen prices and possible release dates!
We take a look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A and it appears that the graphics between Switch 1 and Switch 2 are nearly identical! Why should Switch 2 owners pay more for THIS?!
Borderlands 4 is already on sale despite Gearbox CEO claiming it wouldn't be for years. What's the deal?!
Meanwhile, Battlefield 6 has sold a record-shattering 7 million copies in just three days. Will the new FPS keep its momentum?
Over in the hero shooter world, Marvel Rivals has reportedly lost 85% of its player base in ten months. Is it a dead game at this point?
And finally, U.S. Senators are expressing “profound concern” over EA’s buyout deal.
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00:00 - Intro
01:13 - Next Gen Console Prices & Dates Rumors
13:16 - XBOX ROG Ally and ROG Ally X Launch
21:52 - Pokémon Legends: Z-A Graphics Comparison
27:35 - Borderlands 4 ALREADY on Sale?!
35:25 - Battlefield 6 Sells 7Million Copies in 3 Days
41:57 - Marvel Rivals Loses 85% Players in 10 Months
49:56 - US Senators "Profound Concern" Over EA Buyout
Today we're talking about review scores for the new Battlefield 6 game. Is it a return to form?
Plus, we discuss how Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 is trying to thwart the launch of Battlefield 6. Is it a smart play or a low blow?
Call of Duty sales are taking a $300 million hit due to its day-one release on Game Pass, but is everyone focusing on the wrong numbers?
We sound off on the future of Xbox, which despite the rumors, is not cancelled after all.
Plus, Elon Musk promises an AI-generated game next year. Do we think it can be actually done with Grok?
Then, it turns out, a majority of gamers only buy 2 games per year. Is that just an outrageously low number?
The long-rumored Red Dead Redemption 2 remaster might exist, but are we even excited?
Finally, we dive into the big Halloween 2025 events lighting up the gaming world this month.
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00:00 - Intro
02:12 - Battlefield 6 Review Roundup
08:30 - Call of Duty Shanks Battlefield 6 on Launch
15:30 - Call of Duty Sales Take Hit Due to Game Pass
21:11 - Microsoft Promises a Next-Gen Xbox... Again
32:04 - Elon Musk Promises AI Made Games
37:44 - Surprising Gamer Shopping Habits
44:13 - Red Dead Redemption 2 Remaster Rumors
49:11 - Halloween Game Events 2025
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Today we're REACTING to the HUGE Xbox Game Pass price increase, could a boycott be brewing?
We also cover the Ghosts of Yotei reviews, so how are critics reacting to the highly anticipated sequel?
Then, Fortnite pulls its Peacemaker emote in a shocking corporate blunder you have to hear about.
The PS5 is officially the most successful PlayStation ever, but the new PS5 model in Europe is already drawing unwanted attention
EA has been sold, raising big questions about the future of the gaming powerhouse.
We also look at the four most requested Xbox franchise revivals that fans are begging Phil Spencer to bring back.
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00:00 - Intro
00:48 - CRAZY Game Pass Price Hike
08:39 - Could Xbox Get an Ad Supported Tier?
16:10 - Ghosts of Yotei Review Round up
23:56 - Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is FUN!
25:09 - Fortnite Peacemaker Emote Pulled Over Nazi Concerns
30:06 - PS5 Most Successful Console Ever?
33:56 - New PS5 Model Cheaps Out
38:25 - EA Sold to Saudi Arabia
45:42 - 4 Most Requested Xbox Franchise Revivals
48:36 - Skyrim Grandma Announces Retirement
The Sony State of Play sucked but we're breaking down the best reveals from Sony’s latest State of Play, including Saros, Halloween, Battlefield 6, and Wolverine. Find out how we rank the showcase!We also dive into the Silent Hill f reviews and what critics are saying about the game. And we break down our own experiences with the spooky Konami title.Borderlands 4 has been delayed indefinitely for the Nintendo Switch 2 and fans are not happy.And Hideo Kojima’s new trailer for OD Knock is creepy cool. Are we hyped for it? Plus, we're breaking down the latest Xbox shocking price hikes (Imagine paying $399 for an Xbox Series S?!). Subscribe now for the best gaming talk every week!00:00 - Intro00:51 - Sony's State of Play Conference01:05 - Saros Gameplay Reveal04:06 - Halloween Gameplay 09:02 - Battlefield 6 Campaign Reveal13:01 - Wolverine Gameplay Reactions17:11 - Sony State of Play September 2025 Graded21:09 - Silent Hill f Review Roundup28:35 - Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Delayed34:10 - New Kojima OD Game Trailer is Wild39:25 - Xbox Price Hikes... Again#WolverinePS5 #SilentHillf #Borderlands4 #Switch2 #Battlefield6 #SonyStateOfPlay #XboxPriceHike #ODGame #GamingPodcast#GoodPlayingWithYou #VideoGameNews
It’s launch day for Silent Hill f — and we’ve got Konami on the show! In this Good Playing With You special episode, Dan Whitehill, Matt Lord, and Matthew Maulding sit down with Konami Brand Manager Donell Tucker to go behind the scenes of the most ambitious Silent Hill video game yet.
We cover everything fans want to know about Silent Hill f:
The bold shift to 1960s Japan and how it redefines the franchise
The new combat system and design choices that change how you play
Replayability: five different endings, New Game Plus, and more
Hidden surprises: secret weapons, unlockable costumes, and nods to classic Silent Hill games
The creative pillars that shaped the game’s terrifyingly beautiful new direction
What launch week looks like inside Konami and what the team is most proud of
Whether you’re here for the lore, the scares, or the secrets, this is the ultimate Silent Hill F launch-day podcast.
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Today we're breaking down our experience with Borderlands 4--what blew us away, and what left us frustrated in Gearbox’s latest FPS.
Next, we dive into Dying Light: The Beast. With so many games hitting right now, how do the reviews stack up and is it worth your time?
Plus, the latest Nintendo Direct delivered big titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. But was the show actually a letdown?
We also react to the Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag leaks--are we hyped or worried about Ubisoft’s pirate revival?
Finally, gamers are celebrating after the Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 controversy takes a wild turn.
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00:00 - Intro
00:51 - Borderlands Hands On Impressions
19:00 - Dying Light: The Beast Review Roundup
25:57 - Nintendo Direct Best & Worst
26:17 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park
29:14 - Yoshi and The Mysterious Book
31:17 - Pokémon Pokopia
33:18 - Dragon Quest VII Reimagined
34:51 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond
42:09 - Assassin's Creed Black Flag Leaks
48:35 - Vampire Masquerade Bloodlines 2
50:54 - Xbox Handheld Price Leaks?
Today we're diving into the Borderlands 4 review bombshells--but is the PC performance killing the hype?
Next, we break down the chaos around Hollow Knight: Silksong--is this game way too hard for its own good?
Plus, Marvel Rivals loot boxes might be coming in Season 4...and we’re not holding back our takes.
Meanwhile, Dying Light: The Beast is almost here, but nobody’s talking about it. Could this game be DOA?
And finally, Nintendo’s wild new patent could threaten the entire monster-taming genre. How did it come to this?!
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00:00 - Intro
00:59 - Borderlands Review Round Up
10:20 - Hollow Knight: Silksong's Crazy First Week
20:31 - Marvel Rivals Loot Boxes Could Be Coming
27:29 - Does Dying Light Stand a Chance Next Week?
33:42 - Far Cry 7's Surprising New Focus
41:11 - Nintendo's Patents Threaten Entire Monster Taming Industry
47:40 - Vampire Mascarade Bloodlines 2 Changes
49:37 - Dead Island 3 In Production
50:36 - Destiny 2/Star Wars Crossover Make or Break?
52:43 - Gears of War NOT Selling on PS5
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Hollow Knight: Silksong Hands-On Impressions – is the long-awaited sequel living up to the hype? All 3 of us played it and share our thoughts.
Borderlands 4 Roadmap Explained – we break down the new content plan and debate if it’s enough to bring fans back.
007: First Light Reactions – State of Play gave us a first look at the mechanics… is it shaping up to be a worthy Bond game?
Hell Is Us Review Roundup – how does this mysterious title stack up against a crowded release calendar?
Cronos: The New Dawn Early Reviews – what critics are saying.
Mario Kart 8 vs. Mario Kart World Sales – surprising numbers and what they could mean for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Bungie’s Marathon Update – why players are calling it a “bribe.”
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00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Silksong Hands-On Impressions
09:04 - Borderlands 4 Roadmap - We should Discuss
19:14 - 007 First Light Reactions
24:44 - Hell is Us Review Roundup
32:17 - Cronos The New Dawn Review Roundup
37:23 - Mario Kart 8 Outselling Mario Kart World
45:20 - Bungie BRIBING Players to Play Marathon?
This week on Good Playing With You, we’re covering some of the biggest gaming & movie news:
🎮 Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater (MGS Delta Remake) – We react to the first reviews and share our own hands-on impressions. Is Kojima’s legendary stealth classic worth buying all over again?
🔥 Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 – Major cosmetic changes are coming. Will this refresh the franchise or push longtime fans away?
😱 Return to Silent Hill Movie – A brand-new trailer has dropped, and we break down our reactions. Is this the true comeback horror fans have been waiting for?
🩸 Hellraiser: Revival – Clive Barker’s horror reboot just confirmed a hard M rating with shocking visuals and “sexual horror” themes. Is it too much—or exactly what fans expect?
🎮 Nintendo Switch 2 Controversy – Reports suggest Nintendo is discouraging third-party developers from creating for the new hardware. Could this hurt the Switch 2?
✨ Plus: Starfield Updates – Bethesda has confirmed more improvements are on the way. Will this finally be Starfield’s redemption arc?
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00:00 - Intro
00:56 - Metal Gear Solid Delta: Review Round Up
05:57 - Metal Gear Solid Delta Hands On
09:40 - Huge Call of Duty Changes
15:49 - Silent Hill 3 Trailer Reactions
23:00 - Hellraiser Sexual Horror Pushing M Rating
29:32 - Nintendo Discouraging Switch 2 Devs?
36:49 - Bethesda Confirms MORE Starfield Updates