In this discussion, guest Tom Morgan, a contributor known for his sharp insights on gaming, dives into the recent patch for Metal Gear Solid Delta, revealing significant improvements but lingering issues. The crew examines Oliver's frustrations with Vampire: The Masquerade Bloodlines 2, and the mixed reception for Assassin’s Creed Shadows on Switch 2. Tom shares excitement for Lumines Arise's innovative design, while they question Satya Nadella's thoughts on gaming facing short-form video competition. Plus, they explore the re-emergence of the long-delayed game Routine.