The Power of Video Games

212.6 million Americans play video games every week, 65% of the population. 76% of US parents play video games with their children. 71% of players say games do a good job of creating welcoming and inclusive environments. "I just let people enjoy what they enjoy," says Danny Cevallos.

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This week Britt, Andrea and Ri are chatting ALL about that final - maybe final? - verdict regarding the Activision acquisition, the exciting announcement of a new Black Panther game, the ESA has some new stats to share and the Twisted Metal TV show doesn't look...all that bad? Britt went to BELGIUM to play Baldur's Gate 3, Ri reviewed Oxenfree II and Andrea went to a secret preview event!

Baldur's Gate 3 preview access and travel provided by Larian Studios

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04:13 - FTC appeals its loss to Microsoft in Activision Blizzard case

11:40 - Marvel's New Black Panther Video Game

22:59 - A Message from HelloFresh

25:05 - A Message from Our Sponsor

25:11 - ESA Annual Report

31:02 - Xbox wants to catch toxic gamers in 4K with "new voice recording report function"

34:16 - Naughty Dog bids farewell to its co-president, Evan Wells

35:51 - Peacock's "Twisted Metal" Reveal

37:23 - Break

38:27 - Elite Patreon Shout-Outs!

40:15 - Britt's trip to Belgium

40:19 - Baldur's Gate III