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575: Patrick Beja: S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, Towers of Aghasba, Game Awards Nominees, Star Wars Outlaws, Sony to purchase FROM Software, Xbox streaming, League of Legends Worlds

Nov 25, 2024
Patrick Beja, a savvy gaming commentator from notpatick.com, returns to share his insights on key industry happenings. He debates whether expansions like Shadow of the Erdtree deserve Game of the Year honors. The conversation shifts to Sony's potential acquisition of FROM Software and the impact of Xbox streaming on gaming. Patrick also gives updates on high-profile titles like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 and Star Wars Outlaws, highlighting their challenges and promise. Join for a lively discussion on the evolving landscape of the gaming community!
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ANECDOTE

Bribery Accusation

  • Jeff Cannata jokingly accuses Jeff Keighley of accepting bribes for Game Awards nominations.
  • This is in response to the inclusion of DLC "Shadow of the Erdtree" as a Game of the Year nominee.
INSIGHT

DLC vs. GOTY

  • Jeff Cannata argues that DLC like "Shadow of the Erdtree" shouldn't be Game of the Year.
  • His reasoning is that it requires a prior purchase from a previous year, unlike standalone games or remakes.
INSIGHT

Subjectivity of GOTY

  • Patrick Beja highlights the subjective nature of "Game of the Year" awards.
  • He argues that it is up to each awarding organization to determine its criteria, leading to varied outcomes.
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