Game Scoop! Game Scoop! 836: No Fate of the Old Republic
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Dec 14, 2025 Dive into the excitement of unexpected Star Wars game reveals and nostalgia for Galactic Racers. The hosts dissect Resident Evil Requiem's dual-structure, while also reacting to a fresh Tomb Raider remake. Mega Man's surprise return and Pragmata's demo spark curiosity. Delightful discussions on retro gems like Jaws NES reissue add to the nostalgia. Expect more fun with a listener favorite in Video Game 20 Questions as they reflect on the enduring charm of Twilight Princess.
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Star Wars Leaning On Nostalgia
- Star Wars announcements leaned on nostalgia with an Old Republic RPG and a pod-racing-style racer to regain goodwill.
- Damon and Nick see this as a deliberate safe play to bring lapsed fans back into the franchise.
Pod‑Racing Resurgence In Gaming
- Star Wars: Galactic Racers aims to satisfy the long-missed pod-racing niche using former Criterion talent.
- The team expects arcade-style, high-quality racing that draws on classic Star Wars racing lore.
Resident Evil Requiem's Dual Structure
- Damon recalls Resident Evil Requiem splitting the game between Claire-like and Leon-like segments mirroring RE2 and RE4.
- He enjoyed the reveal that Leon's chapters will evoke Resident Evil 4's action-heavy style.