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Whether you're a seasoned gamer, or just curious about Video Games in general - Join Naomi Kyle every week as she breaks down the latest in the world of Video Games, even if you're a total newbie!
Expect the hottest gaming news, chats with industry experts and so much more!
Expect the hottest gaming news, chats with industry experts and so much more!
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Aug 20, 2024 • 23min
Gamescom 2024 Predictions & Red Dead Redemption PC Rumors
This Week: A look into the latest and strangest world record in gaming and it looks like the long-awaited PC port of Red Dead Redemption might finally be on the horizon. Plus, Overwatch 2's latest season brings a new hero from Mars, two exciting maps, and a crossover with World of Warcraft. We’ll also dive into the rescue of one of Xbox’s top studios, leaked release dates for Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection, and Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, as well as all the major reveals expected at Gamescom 2024. Join me and Victor Lucas as we discuss what to expect from Gamescom and explore the impact of gaming on kids' lives.

Aug 13, 2024 • 21min
Major Disney Game News & New Witcher 4 Details
This Week: We dive into all the big reveals from Disney’s biggest fan event of the year, D23, including new Disney character crossovers with Fortnite. Plus, Borderlands fans can look forward to some new games, and a major leak hits Netflix. We'll also cover the ongoing fan backlash against Helldivers 2, the exciting new Dragon Ball MOBA, and a heartwarming Minecraft project making a real impact in the lives of children. Join me and IGN's Stella Chung as we discuss what surprised us most from Disney’s big announcements!

Aug 6, 2024 • 20min
God of War Developer Teases New Game & Saying Goodbye to Game Informer
This Week: Ed Boon teases Kitana’s debut in the upcoming Mortal Kombat 2 movie, gamers mourn the closure of Game Informer, and Obsidian's Avowed gets a release date. Plus, Valorant makes its way to consoles, a teaser for The Last of Us Season 2 drops, Xbox shares their plans for Gamescom, and Bungie faces more layoffs. Also, is the developer of God of War working on a brand new game? Join me and Kahlief Adams as we discuss why we're going to miss Game Informer and what we expect from this year's Gamescom, the biggest gaming event of the year!

Jul 30, 2024 • 22min
Call of Duty AI Controversy, SDCC Highlights, & Mortal Kombat Animalities Return
This Week: We're diving into the backlash facing Apex Legends, the return of Mortal Kombat’s Animalities, and the latest developments in AI in the gaming industry. We'll also discuss the controversial AI-generated cosmetic allegedly found in Call of Duty, video game voice actors officially going on strike, and bidding farewell to the Xbox 360 Marketplace. Plus, the one and only Maude Garrett returns to share her San Diego Comic-Con adventures and the biggest announcements from the show!

Jul 23, 2024 • 22min
Xbox Game Pass Faces FTC Heat & Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Beta News
This Week: We’re catching up on the continuing backlash against Game Pass and the beta dates for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. We’ve got a potential Bioshock 4 leak, the return of College Football gaming, and a wild new Xbox controller inspired by Deadpool's booty. Also, Paramount+ has canceled the Halo TV series after just two seasons, and the Fallout TV show racks up 16 Emmy nominations. My guest, Kahlief Adams, joins me to discuss Microsoft's troubles with the FTC over their changes to Xbox Game Pass and a whole lot more!

Jul 16, 2024 • 20min
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Day One Details & Xbox Game Pass Price Increase Backlash
This Week: We're breaking down all the changes coming to Xbox Game Pass and how they will affect Day One access for Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Disney announces the release date for their new RPG, Disney Pixel RPG, and a Twitch streamer beats Elden Ring's Shadow of the Erdtree using a dance pad. Overwatch 2 starts an exciting crossover event with the Transformers, and we have a new update on the A Quiet Place game. Join me and Andrea Rene as we discuss the Xbox Game Pass price hike controversy and take a mid-year pulse on the industry.

Jul 9, 2024 • 22min
Elden Ring’s Latest DLC Update, GTA 5's Canceled Story DLC, & More
This Week: The Watch Dogs movie finally begins filming and Elden Ring’s latest DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, gets a new update. Meanwhile, a Nintendo executive sheds light on why games are taking longer to develop, BioShock’s development team ramps up recruitment, and a man in England is arrested for carrying a Zelda Master Sword. Plus, the reason behind why a GTA 5 story expansion was canceled. Jesse Cox joins me this episode with a fascinating chat about the inner workings of making a video game.

Jul 3, 2024 • 22min
Is Elden Ring's DLC Too Hard to Beat? Assassin's Creed Remakes & Dead Rising Remaster Announced
This Week: The future of Ubisoft takes shape with some popular game remakes on the horizon, while Elden Ring’s latest DLC, Shadow of the Erdtree, is a success story that may be too difficult to play. Capcom drops news on their upcoming lineup of games at their Capcom Next event, and a recent study shows the staggering number of video games that remain unplayed in people's game libraries. Plus, Will Smith joins me to discuss the new Elden Ring expansion and whether hard-to-beat games should be made easier.

Jun 25, 2024 • 23min
Our Most Anticipated Nintendo Switch Games & Fortnite’s New Mode Makes Waves
This Week: Fortnite’s new mode smashes records, Forza Horizon 5 adds history's most iconic cars and the A Quiet Place game finally gets a new trailer. Palworld may be coming to PlayStation, and I’ve got all the biggest highlights from the latest Nintendo Direct. Plus, Danny Pena returns to discuss the new Nintendo titles we're most excited for and how we feel about the industry now that we're halfway through the year.

Jun 18, 2024 • 23min
Gears of War: E-Day Release News & Nintendo Direct Predictions
This Week in Gaming, we're diving into the latest review bombing and the exciting potential release window for Gears of War: E-Day. We've got news on a classic horror franchise coming to Apple phones, a fresh update for PlayStation's Spider-Man 2, and the cast reveal for Sony's Until Dawn movie. Plus, PS5 finally gets a much-needed update. Join me and Victor Lucas as we share our biggest predictions for the upcoming Nintendo Direct and chat about our favorite new games from Summer Game Fest!


