The Startup Ideas Podcast Best Products of 2025 (Apps, Video Games, AI)
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Nov 28, 2025 
Join Jonathan Courtney, an entrepreneur and host of Unscheduled CEO, as he co-hosts the playful yet serious Sippy Awards. They discuss the most-hyped products of 2026, from innovative games like GTA 6 to beloved classics such as Wind Waker. The duo highlights productivity tools like ChatGPT and Traveler's Notebook, emphasizing how well-crafted items enhance daily life. They also explore the charm of analog practices and the value of premium domains, all while celebrating the joy of quality and creativity in everyday objects.
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Half-Life 3 Hype Tied To Valve Hardware
- Jonathan named Half-Life 3 his most hyped product for 2026 and tied it to Valve's hardware launches.
- He described Valve's Steam Machine, controller, and Steam Frame VR as part of the excitement.
GTA 6 As The Rockstar Standard
- Greg picked GTA 6 as his most hyped 2026 product and noted Rockstar's high expectations.
- He framed anticipation around Rockstar delivering near-perfect, genre-defining experiences.
Early Pushback Predicts Cultural Impact
- Subverting audience expectations often produces breakthrough work that matures into classics.
- Examples include Wind Waker, Kid A, Breath of the Wild, and Elden Ring becoming influential later.
