The Official Xbox Podcast

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're visiting Obsidian Entertainment as they're getting ready to release their awesome action RPG, The Outer Worlds 2. We're diving deep into Arcadia and learning all about each faction's unique and reactive radio stations, including how the original songs, ads, skits, and eccentric DJs all add flavor, feel, guidance, and lore to this story-driven game.00:00 Introduction01:07 Walk and talk with Brandon02:24 What are you most excited for players to experience?03:04 What is Outer Worlds 2?04:19 Sitting down with Leonard and Brandon05:00 What does it mean to be a Creative Director?06:56 Radio talk and the inspiration to have it in the game08:51 What are some of the radio stations?10:56 What was it like playing the game internally and interpreting the propaganda of each radio station?12:20 What was the writing and casting process for the radio DJs?14:20 Reactivity with the radio stations18:54 The conversational Moon Man Menu21:20 What is your favorite ad, PSA, or song from Outer Worlds 2?23:59 What are you most excited to see?26:57 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're in Tokyo, Japan, and we're sitting down with the folks from Team Ninja and PlatinumGames to discuss the return of the legendary series, Ninja Gaiden 4. We're diving deep into the visceral, fast-paced, and challenging combat that's made the franchise iconic, while also talking about how Team Ninja and PlatinumGames have come together to create one of the most anticipated games of the year.00:00 Introduction02:46 Storytelling and cinematic moments03:46 Character Insights05:35 Difficulty settings and customization10:30 Ninja Coin12:36 Are there any challenges for the speedrunning community?14:33 Ryu and Yakumo’s swords brought into real life15:44 Do either have a dream weapon for Yakumo or Ryu wield?16:44 Ninja Gaiden 4 on the ROG Xbox Ally 17:29 Custom controllers18:50 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're in Tokyo, Japan, and Jeff is hanging out with Sarah Bond and Mena Kato to talk all things Tokyo Game Show 2025. We're recapping the show, talking about the games we're most excited about, and highlighting the exciting diversity of games from Japan, China, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, and more!00:00 Introduction01:16 Xbox's momentum in Asia02:18 Players reactions in Asia03:41 Game highlights06:02 Asian pop culture collaborations07:17 Xbox's deepening engagement with game creators in Japanand around Asia07:49 Xbox's presence at TGS08:19 Bounty of riches for Xbox fans and Game Pass subscribers 09:25 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're in San Francisco, California at Double Fine Productions, and we’re getting an inside look at the highly anticipated game, Keeper. We get to play the game, and then, we sit down and talk to a few of the devs about this beautiful and weird third-person adventure game all about connection and growth.00:00 Introduction01:16 What is Keeper?02:11 What does it mean to play a lighthouse?05:02 Puzzles06:38 Where did the inspiration come from?07:55 Building the emotional connection between Twig and the Lighthouse10:43 How to tell a story without dialogue or traditional HUD12:36 "Weird but chill" vibe15:03 Aesthetic inspiration19:31 Special area of gameplay21:37 Building emotions with music24:54 Game design28:15 What are you most excited for players to experience?31:09 Final thoughts32:01 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we have Matty and Mikey in from Squanch Games to talk about one of our most anticipated sequels, High On Life 2. We're going to dive deep into the comedy of the game, how they come up with all of those eclectic weapons we know and love, the look and feel of world, and how the studio is turning around this follow up only three years after the first.00:00 Introduction03:00 How are you holding up?04:47 How did you turn around a sequel so quickly?07:44 Comedy13:43 Artistic style differences between High On Life and the sequel15:34 ConCon at Gamescon17:53 Hub system22:27 Writing for the game23:33 Celebrity voice actors25:39 Gun design 27:10 Balancing guns and characters29:00 Will Kenny be in the sequel?30:05 What are you most excited about in High On Life 2? 33:03 Final thoughts34:31 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at Gamescom in Germany, and we're diving deep into the weird and eclectic game, There Are No Ghosts at The Grand. This game has everything! From creative decorating to spooky mysteries, FPS battles to puzzle solving, and even singing! Yes, singing! But probably not ghosts... right?00:00 Introduction00:53 What is No Ghosts at the Grand?02:04 Power tools03:47 Player choice04:50 Beyond the hotel05:52 The musical of it all08:08 Supernatural secrets10:43 New uses for power tools11:36 Day and night cycle12:43 Unrevealed game mechanics 14:27 How is there so much in this game?16:45 Can you decorate anywhere?17:46 Unique exploration areas 19:36 Final thoughts20:17 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at Gamescom in Germany, and we have the folks from MachineGames joining us to dive deep into the world of Indiana Jones and the new DLC, The Order of Giants! Axel and Zeke tell us everything we need to know about where this takes place in the story and what we can expect in terms of the new puzzles and challenges facing Indy in this exciting new chapter of his adventure.00:00 Introduction00:43 What is The Order of Giants?01:24 Why is the DLC is part of the original narrative?02:29 Developing the DLC04:20 Structure of the DLC05:42 Is the DLC open to different types of players?06:57 Can you jump around?08:01 Why is the DLC set in the Vatican and Rome?11:32 What's the story and who do we meet in the DLC?14:21 New elements of the DLC15:37 Puzzles17:41 Platforming20:00 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're diving into the big release of the day: Helldivers 2 is here! We're talking to Mikael Eriksson of Arrowhead Games and Corrinne Robinson of Halo Studios about all things Helldivers 2, the ODST Warbond, and how everything came together behind the scenes.00:00 Introduction00:51 What is Helldivers 2?04:00 ODST Legendary War Bond05:36 Arrowhead and Xbox Partnership08:36 Who Approached Who?09:52 Community Response14:36 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox

In this conversation, Jason Ronald, VP of Xbox, and Jason Beaumont, an expert in the Xbox experience on PC, share intriguing insights on the Xbox Ally and the innovative future of gaming. They discuss the importance of player-centric design and seamless user experiences. The duo dives into cloud gaming advancements and Xbox’s partnership with AMD to enhance hardware capabilities. With excitement around Gamescom, they also preview upcoming titles like 'Hollow Knight Silksong' and 'The Outer Worlds 2', emphasizing community feedback in development.

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we travel to Los Angeles to experience Grounded 2 in an amazing way. We're riding buggies in real life, eating bugs, going hands on with the game, and talking to the folks from Obsidian Entertainment about where the game is on its launch into Game Preview and Early Access.00:00 Introduction01:58 Deep Dive Dev Discussion18:15 Let's Play Grounded 241:12 Outro?42:08 Food!FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Xbox​​​ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Xbox​​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Xbox