

This Week in Gaming
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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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Jun 11, 2024 • 21min
Xbox Showcase, Summer Game Fest, & Ubisoft Forward: New Games Galore
This week, we're diving into the jam-packed reveals from Summer Game Fest, Ubisoft Forward, and the Xbox Summer Showcase. From the announcement of Lego Horizon to Harry Potter Quidditch Champions. From Xbox, we saw Doom: The Dark Ages, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Metal Gear Solid 3 remake, and a new Gears of War and Fable game; and that's just scratching the surface! Plus, stick around for my chat with Kahlief Adams discussing our time at SGF and our biggest game highlights!

Jun 4, 2024 • 23min
Sony's State of Play Highlights & Our Biggest Hopes for Summer Game Fest
A truly action-packed episode! We cover everything from Sony's State of Play to Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 hitting Xbox Game Pass. Google gives gaming another go with YouTube Playables, and The Boys’ Homelander joins Mortal Kombat. We also dive into the Neil Druckmann controversy and the issue of what happens to your digital game libraries when you die. And stick around for my chat with Andrea Rene about our most anticipated Summer Game Fest announcements!

May 28, 2024 • 22min
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 Announced & Gaming’s Growing Popularity
This Week: Everything we know about Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, a new study shows gamers are moving away from a specific gaming genre, and The Last of Us creator clarifies a misquote about his latest project. Plus, a surprise update on the upcoming Street Fighter movie, a potential new Astro Bot game is in the works, and another delay hits Baldur’s Gate 3 PS5 physical editions. Join me and iHeartRadio's Leah Jewer as we discuss the rising popularity of gaming and a whole lot more!

May 21, 2024 • 22min
GTA 6 Release Window Confirmed & Assassin's Creed: Shadows Announced
This Week in Gaming: Ubisoft announces Assassin’s Creed: Shadows but cancels another one of their games. A new game is reportedly in the works from the creators of the Portal games, and now’s your chance to grab classic Xbox 360 games for a steep discount. Plus, GTA 6 gets a confirmed release window and Fallout is coming to Fortnite. Join Parris Lilly and me as we chat about our hopes for Summer Game Fest and our thoughts on Assassin’s Creed: Shadows, all on this week’s show!

May 14, 2024 • 23min
Nintendo Switch Successor Gets Confirmed & What's Happening with Xbox?
This Week in Gaming: Nintendo confirms speculations about the Nintendo Switch 2 and drops hints about the next Nintendo Direct presentation. EA raises eyebrows by suggesting in-game ads for video games, while Microsoft sends shockwaves through the industry with more layoffs and game studio shutdowns. Plus, get the latest update on the Helldivers 2/Sony controversy. Then grab your coffee, kick back, and relax as Britt Brombacher joins us to break down what’s happening at Xbox and her most anticipated upcoming games.

May 7, 2024 • 23min
Sony & Helldivers 2 Drama Unpacked & Elden Ring DLC News
This week: Helldivers 2 sparks controversy with Sony and gets review bombed into oblivion, the Fallout TV show becomes Amazon’s 2nd most-watched show, Star Wars: Hunters gets a release date, and a continuation of the Batman: Arkham franchise gets announced. Square Enix announced project cancellations, plus the latest on the Elden Ring and Starfield expansions. Fellow Canadian, Victor Lucas, joins me to unpack exactly what happened with this massive controversy surrounding Helldivers 2, Sony, and their fans. All that and more on This Week in Gaming!

Apr 30, 2024 • 23min
Xbox Digital Showcase Highlights & Gears 6 Gets Teased
This week: Embracer Group divides into three, Gears 6 gets teased, and the best mashups ever, from Baldur's Gate/Stardew Valley to Lord of the Rings/Animal Crossing? But wait, there's more! Fans struggle with the new Fallout 4 next-gen update, everything from this week's Xbox Digital Showcase, and BlizzCon 2024 is officially canceled. Join me and Maude Garrett as we break it all down and more on This Week in Gaming!

Apr 23, 2024 • 23min
New Nintendo Emulator Makes Waves & Should We Tip Game Devs?
This week: Cyberpunk 2077 developers talk experimenting with AI, former Blizzard president suggests tipping game developers and Skybound Entertainment crowdfunds a AAA Invincible game. Plus, a new Nintendo emulator called Delta makes waves and Keanu Reeves joins the Sonic movie franchise. Kahlief Adams is back to break it all down and more on This Week in Gaming!

Apr 16, 2024 • 22min
Are Games Too Expensive? Fallout TV Series & Star Wars Outlaws Update
This week in gaming, Fallout 4 gears up for a major update following the success of the Fallout TV series, Baldur’s Gate 3 hits a new milestone, and Star Wars Outlaws teases fans with a new trailer. Meanwhile, Ubisoft draws criticism for its handling of The Crew's server shutdown and the cost of games continues to be a hot-button issue. Plus, we have new guest Riana Manuel-Pena on to discuss the rise of successful video game adaptations in Hollywood and why they're finally working. All that and more on This Week in Gaming!

Apr 9, 2024 • 22min
What's in Store for Summer Game Announcements? & Xbox Unveils Their Next-Gen Console Plans
This week: Larian Studios speaks out on industry layoffs, Xbox unveils their next-gen plans, and we dive into the latest buzz surrounding the major game announcements slated for this summer. In other news, Nintendo shuts down 3DS and WiiU servers, the KOTOR Remake is safe and sound, and the Among Us TV series drops its final cast reveal. Plus, my chat with Parris Lilly in which we discuss the importance of game preservation and our biggest hopes and dreams for the next Xbox console.


