DLC
DLC
DLC is your Down Loadable Commentary for the week, giving you a rundown of everything you need to know about gaming in it's many forms! Whether it is on desktops, laptops, or consoles, VR, AR, or tabletop, DLC is your source for info, analysis, and opinion from the best voices in the industry! Hosts Jeff Cannata and Christian Spicer are joined each episode by a special guest to decide on a Story of the Week and discuss the games on their Playlist! DLC, the Digital Lifestyle Companion for gamers who Don't Like Cynicism.
DLC was named one of Entertainment Weekly's 20 "Must Listen" podcasts!
DLC was named one of Entertainment Weekly's 20 "Must Listen" podcasts!
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Nov 17, 2025 • 1h 54min
626: Russ Crandall: Steam Machine and Steam Frame from Valve, Dispatch, Possessor(s), Forestrike, Ball X Pit, Lumines Arise, Vampire Survivors VR, Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble, Horizon Steel Frontiers, Netflix games
In this episode, Russ Crandall, the creator of Retro Game Corps, joins to delve into the exciting realm of retro hardware and games. He shares his thoughts on Valve's innovative Steam Machine and Stream Frame headset. The conversation also explores Netflix's strategy of transforming phones into game controllers. Additionally, Russ reminisces about classic N64 titles like Ocarina of Time and Banjo-Kazooie, emphasizing how the right controllers enhance the gaming experience. Don't miss his insights on the creativity behind recent VR releases!
Nov 10, 2025 • 1h 60min
625: Frank Barbiere: GTA 6 delayed, Marvel 1943 Rise of Hydra canceled? Kirby Air Riders, BallxPit, Trails in the Sky 1st, The Simpsons x Fortnite, Skogdal, Dark Quest 4, Old King’s Crown, Oath New Foundations, Magical Athlete
Frank Barbiere, a comic book writer known for creating The Author Immortal, joins to share insights on industry delays, notably GTA VI's push to 2026 and Marvel 1943's uncertain fate. He discusses Square Enix's ambitious plan to use AI for quality assurance and shares his thoughts on several games, including the chaotic Kirby Air Riders and the captivating BallxPit. Frank also dives into tabletop delights like Old King's Crown and Oath: New Foundations, emphasizing the fusion of art and gameplay in his recommendations.
Nov 3, 2025 • 2h 3min
624: Sean Capri: Ninja Gaiden 4, The Outer Worlds 2, Cronos: The New Dawn, Yooka Replaylee, AYN Thor, Death by Scrolling, The Secret of Weepstone, CoD movie director, ID @ Xbox showcase, Amazon leaving AAA games
In this engaging discussion, Sean Capri from Carpool Gaming sheds light on the latest indie gems showcased at ID@Xbox, like 33 Immortals and Sledding Game. He offers exciting insights on the anticipated Ninja Gaiden 4, emphasizing its brutal combat and accessibility. The conversation shifts to the challenges Amazon faces in AAA game development amidst layoffs. Sean also shares praise for The Outer Worlds 2's dynamic gameplay, and reminisces about Yooka-Laylee Replaylee as a delightful adventure. Lastly, they delve into the creative direction of the upcoming Call of Duty movie.
Oct 27, 2025 • 1h 44min
623: Brendon Bigley: Halo on Playstation, Pokemon Legends Z-A, Ball x Pit, Absolum, Q-Up, ARC Raiders, NBA2K26 Arcade Edition, next gen Xbox tease, Switch 2 gets AAA
Brendon Bigley, a podcaster and content creator known for his work on Into the Aether, shares insights on the exciting announcement of Halo: Campaign Evolved for PlayStation, discussing its impact on Xbox's strategy. The conversation dives into the potential of a premium next-gen Xbox and whether future hardware may resemble PCs. They also explore the AAA ports coming to the Switch 2 and the impressive sales of Pokemon Legends Z-A. Additionally, Brendon shares thoughts on innovative games like Ball x Pit and Q-Up, blending unique mechanics with engaging narratives.
Oct 20, 2025 • 1h 57min
622: Alex Sulman and Daanish Syed: Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Keeper, Ghost of Yōtei, Quantic Dream's upcoming multiplayer game, and more
This week features Alex Sulman, a seasoned game developer and co-host of the Feeling This podcast, alongside Daanish Syed, a notable GDC speaker. They dive into Quantic Dream's upcoming multiplayer game, discussing genre mashups and studio motivations. The duo reflects on the legacy of Tomonobu Itagaki after his passing, and they share insights on the anticipated Horizon: Zero Dawn movie. They also explore game design topics, from effective open-world distribution to the unique combat mechanics in Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Ghost of Yōtei.
Oct 13, 2025 • 1h 51min
621: Brian Shea: Ghost of Yōtei, Battlefield 6, Megabonk, Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 beta, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, Nintendo's "Close to You" tease, Ubisoft chickens out on Assassin's Creed, Xbox done with new hardware?
Brian Shea, Executive Editor at Game Informer and host of All Things Nintendo, dives into the world of gaming. He discusses Nintendo's cryptic Pikmin short and the implications of their distribution strategy. The conversation shifts to whether Xbox is truly hinting at exiting the hardware scene, alongside the surprising cancellation of a Reconstruction-era Assassin's Creed game. Brian also shares insights on Ghost of Yōtei and other games like Battlefield 6 and Marvel Cosmic Invasion, wrapping up with some entertaining parting gifts.
Oct 6, 2025 • 2h 2min
620: Daniel Bloodworth: Hades 2, Cloverpit, Anata, Power Wash Simulator 2, Lego Party, Carimara, Fortnite Demon Hunters, Sonic Racing Crossworlds, Xbox Gamepass price hikes, EA sold for $55 billion
Jeff and Christian welcome Daniel Bloodworth from Easy Allies to the show this week to discuss the huge price increase to Xbox Gamepass, the huge sale of EA to the Saudis, and huge amounts of ads for a free cloud gaming service.
The Playlist:
Daniel: Tokyo Game Show, Anata, Power Wash Simulator 2, Lego Party, Carimara
Christian: Hades II, Fortnite x Kpop Demon Hunters
Jeff: Cloverpit, finished Lego Voyagers, Lego Party, Sonic Racing: Crossworlds
Parting Gifts!
Sep 29, 2025 • 2h
619: Kahlief Adams: Ghost of Yotei, Baby Steps, Silent Hill f, Skate, Borderlands 4, Sony State of Play, Saros, Wolverine, ROG Xbox Ally, Tokyo Game Show, Forza Horizon 6, Rhythm Doctor
Jeff and Christian welcome Kahlief Adams from Spawn on Me back to the show this week to discuss the announced pricing of the new Xbox handhelds, all of Sony's announcements from their patest State of Play, including Insomniac's Wolverine, and Xbox at Tokyo Game Show!
The Playlist:
Kahlief: Baby Steps, Yotei, Skate, Borderlands 4
Christian: Silent Hill f
Jeff: Ghost of Yotei, Baby Steps
Parting Gifts!!
Sep 22, 2025 • 1h 40min
618: Chris Plante: Six One Indie Showcase, Lucid, Sheepherds, GodsTV, Lego Voyagers, Eclipsium, Splinter Cell Deathwatch , inverting your controls
Jeff and Christian welcome Chris Plante from Post Games to the show this week to discuss the massive Six One Indie Showcase, featuring 40 unique games, a new study about inverting the Y-axis on your controls, and Netflix's animated Splinter Cell show.
The Playlist:
Chris: Eclipsium
Christian: Dead as Disco demo, Lucid demo, Sheepherds! demo, GodsTV demo
Jeff: Lego Voyagers
Parting Gifts!
Sep 15, 2025 • 1h 52min
617: Lucy James: Borderlands 4, Hell is Us, Nintendo Direct, Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave, Mario Galaxy, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Virtual Boy, Metroid Prime 4, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, Acclaim Showcase, Geforce NOW RTX 5080
Jeff and Christian welcome Lucy James from Gamespot back to the show this week to discuss the lengthy Nintendo Direct, including Mario 40th Anniversary reveals, Metroid rpime 4's release date, a new Fire Emblem, and more! Plus, Acclaim is back with nine new games.
The Playlist:
Lucy: Hell Is Us
Christian: GeForce NOW RTX 5080
Jeff: Borderlands 4
Parting Gifts!
