Beyond

This podcast talks about the recent price hike for PlayStation Plus subscription and the disappointment with the games offered. The hosts also discuss controversies and upcoming games, including 30XX and Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown. They explore the perception of value in video games and share their excitement about the surprisingly fun game Foam Stars.

In a very special post-gamescom 2023 episode of Beyond, we discuss some of the coolest games (and other stuff) we saw at the world’s largest gaming convention. While we were very happy to get new details on games like Little Nightmares 3, Neill Blomkamp’s Off The Grid, Wayfinder, Where Winds Meet, The Thaumaturge and Cyberpunk 2077's upcoming 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion, PlayStation’s absence was extremely noticeable. Xbox had an awesome booth showcasing new games, but also giving some love to games that are already out. Nintendo, on the other hand, had literally nothing new to show, but still gave fans a place to congregate and get hands-on, take pictures, and generally have a good time. If Sony had nothing to show, this might make sense, but not only is Spider-Man 2 out next month, while gamescom was taking place, the Project Q was given an official price and title in a blog post. This week’s episode features Max Scoville and Brian Altano, as well as their dear friends Stella Chung and Seth Macy, who you can catch regularly on IGN’s Xbox and Nintendo shows, Podcast Unlocked and Nintendo Voice Chat. This week’s episode description was written 36,000 feet above Canada on very slow $27 wifi.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With half the Beyond crew off to gamescom 2023 in Germany, Akeem Lawanson and Jada Griffin hold down the fort with very special guests Kat Bailey and Parris Lilly, talking about the biggest reveals coming out of gamescom Opening Night Live! Join us for some big reveals and deep dive interviews with the devs of Tekken 8, The First Descendant, Warhaven, and reacting to a brand new trailer from Lords of the Fallen! It's an EXTRA long special gamescom bonus episode of Beyond, so you won't wanna miss this! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00:00:10 - Intro & the PS5 Slim Was Leaked? 00:21:10 - We've Played Lords of the Fallen 00:36:18 - What Are the Stupidest Things You've Done in Baldur's Gate 3? 00:50:54 - Mitchell Competed at EVO 2023! 01:02:05 - Gran Turismo Movie Impressions & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rockstar’s recently announced re-release of Red Dead Redemption has a lot of fans feeling seriously disappointed, with good reason. Some of the backlash is a result of high expectations, but this latest port doesn’t do Rockstar’s legacy justice. That said, what other older Rockstar games need to be playable on modern consoles while we’re waiting around for GTA 6? Max, Jada and special guest MrMidasGames share their picks. In other news, Baldur’s Gate III is shaping up to be one of the densest RPGs in ages, and its deep systems might be a bit daunting to newcomers unfamiliar with D&D rules. Despite so many traditionally turn-based games making the shift to real time combat, we’re happy Larian Studios didn’t try to reinvent the wheel (or the D20) for this long-anticipated sequel. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge was a fitting successor to the original TMNT Arcade Game, so we wax nostalgic about which beloved 80s and 90s cartoons are deserving of modern throwback video games. Plus, some amusing features have been introduced in the PS5’s latest update beta, and a discussion of usefulness of the Sony’s upcoming cloud handheld slash glorified controller, the Project Q. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

00;01;03;29 Twisted Metal00;19;25;15 Lords of the Fallen00;30;06;17 Remnant II00;47;30;06 All Hail Glorbo00;53;21;25 More News01;04;21;14 Capcom stuff01;13;51;00 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get ready for a supercharged San Diego Comic-Con edition of IGN's Beyond! Join us, Max Scoville, along with Brian Altano, Akeem Lawanson, and the awesome Lisa Wallen - a stand-up comedian, Twitch streamer, and fellow weeb! We learned more about Spider-Man 2, Venom, and touch on fan-buzz regarding reused animations in the game. Then, we'll jump to the galaxy far, far away with Star Wars Outlaws - exciting new updates await! We also take a trip to Sand Land and discuss Mortal Kombat 1's Bad Superhero DLC, including Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-Man. We've got al our favorite highlights wrapped up in this episode, so you don't wanna miss this! 00:00:10 - Intro & New Updates on Spider-Man 2 + Venom!00:10:23 - Star Wars: Outlaws is an Open World Game00:19:43 - Akeem Played Sand Land!00:29:58 - Mortal Kombat 1 Revealed Their Bad Superheroes DLC00:40:04 - Our SDCC Highlights & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Game director Stig Asmussen discusses the surprising plot twist and character of Bodekuna in Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, the development process and storytelling approach for the game, the creation of the 'heavy' stance, exploration of freedom and optional activities for players, intricate game mechanics and level designs, and the challenges of designing a toilet in the game.

In this week's show, we'll dive into EA's highly anticipated Black Panther game and explore its potential to stand out among other superhero games. We'll also discuss future Marvel games, sharing our wishlist and realistic expectations for characters like Blade, Ghost Rider, and the Fantastic 4. But that's not all! We'll delve into the delightfully weird Baldur's Gate 3, a game that captures the comedic essence of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll also take a look at "The Last Hope - Dead Zone Survival," a hilarious ripoff that puts a unique spin on "The Last of Us" on Switch. 00:00:10 - Intro & Video Game of the Year w/ Jordan Minor00:11:02 - EA Announces a New Black Panther Game00:19:18 - What Will the Next Marvel Game Look Like?00:28:00 - Baldur's Gate III Lets You Seduce Bears00:40:38 - The Story Behind Street Shark's Mandella Effect00:44:48 - "The Last Hope" is "The Last of Us at Home" & Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jump into the world of Final Fantasy XVI with us as we pull back the curtain on what makes this game tick. From the insane boss battles to the incredibly well-realized characters and their relationships that, believe it or not, pack more punch than the actual story – we've got the scoop. And hey, if you're new to Final Fantasy or character action games, FF16 might just be your perfect starting point. It's accessible without being too hand-holdy for the seasoned players. Ever wondered if Final Fantasy XVI could bring in a new wave of fans? Or if it’s the most on-point Final Fantasy we've seen in over a decade? We sure did. After all, it's been a wild ride with the FF series, from the mixed bag that was FFXIII, the near-miss cancellation of FF14, to FF15's incomplete run, and the long wait for the rest of the FF7 Remake. But FF16? It's been different, in a good way – announced with the PS5, steady updates, and a launch just under 3 years later that's been met with a whole lot of love from fans and critics alike. But that's not all. We've got some juicy PlayStation gossip fresh from the Xbox Activision trial, and a rundown of 2023's best games so far (yes, "Final Fantasy XVI" makes the cut). So grab your controller, and let's dive in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices