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Friday Jul 30, 2021
Friday Jul 30, 2021
Hop on board for another instalment of our weekly podcast, but be sure to buckle up your seatbelts and brace yourself for take-off. As you may have guessed, the team are going to delve into Microsoft Flight Simulator in TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 91 as it’s now landed on Xbox Series X|S. Don’t worry if that’s not of interest to you as there’s also a spotlight shining on Omno, Paint the Town Red, The Touryst and more. You can expect plenty of discussion regarding the latest gaming news too, including the Activision Blizzard walkout.
Your crew for this episode consists of Gareth, Paul, and Richard; all of whom have had a rather eventful week. Aside from a double dose of dreadful hangovers, work has taken one of them all the way up to Scotland, while another was busy spending the winnings earned from betting against England at the Euros.
In terms of games they’ve been playing recently, Microsoft Flight Simulator is obviously the most anticipated of them all and you can finally find out if it’s a perfect launch, or whether it suffers from any technical hiccups. Other than that though, you can expect the lowdown on the puzzling adventure Omno, the latest FMV (full motion video) game Night Book, the action packed brawler Paint the Town Red, the newest Watch Dogs Legion DLC, the relaxing platform antics of The Touryst, and twin-stick shooter Trigger Witch.
Once you’ve had your fill of games, it’s time to focus on the hottest topics in the gaming world. That leads the trio to chat about the impressive Unreal Engine 5 demo, the fact that the Xbox Series X and S are the fastest selling Xbox consoles to date, and the Activision Blizzard walkout. There’s also news surrounding upcoming Netflix game-related projects, the delay to Kena: Bridge of Spirits, and much, much more.
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Saturday Jul 24, 2021
Saturday Jul 24, 2021
We’re back with another instalment of our weekly podcast and this week it’s largely dominated by EA’s latest presentation. There’s also plenty to discuss regarding FIFA 22 and the future of its biggest rival, eFootball. So, if you want the lowdown on that as well as everything from EA Play Live 2021, which featured the likes of GRID Legends, Battlefield 2042 and Dead Space, then be sure to give TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 90 a listen.
Join Gareth, James and Paul, who appear to have had a fairly quiet and uneventful week outside of gaming. Hence, after a swift catch-up and a bit of Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 chatter, it’s time to dive straight into what was seen during EA Play Live 2021. Expect to hear our verdict on the show and hosting quality, while talking about the following games:
- Dead Space
- Battlefield 2042 (Portal Mode)
- GRID Legends
- Apex Legends
- Lost In Random
- Knockout City Season 2
It’s been an interesting week for the two big football game giants too, with those in charge of both FIFA and PES (now eFootball) unveiling some of their plans for the upcoming releases. EA unloaded a whole load of FIFA 22 gameplay details, while Konami opted to go for a completely new approach by rebranding the long-running series as eFootball and outlining their decision to go free-to-play. Prepare for a pretty deep dive into these two, which leaves just about enough time to finish by unpacking the decision by Netflix to start adding games to their streaming service.
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Saturday Jul 10, 2021
Saturday Jul 10, 2021
The PlayStation State of Play events have become a fairly regular thing in recent times and the latest one is the main focus of this week’s episode. There’s also opinion on recently released games such as Spirit of the North: Enhanced Edition, Infinitrap: Rehamstered, and Walden, a game. So, if you want the lowdown from PlayStation State of Play July 2021 and more, don’t miss out on TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 89.
On this podcast are Gareth, James and Darren, who immediately discuss what they’ve been up to lately. Someone has splashed the cash on an electric car, while the other two have watched Netflix’s Resident Evil Infinite Darkness and Disney+’s Monsters at Work. But then the focus switches to the PlayStation State of Play, which sees the trio delve into the reveals and announcements for the following games:
- Deathloop
- Death Stranding Director’s Cut
- Sifu
- Lost Judgment
- Demon Slayer Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles
- Jett: The Far Shore
- FIST
- Moss Book 2
- Hunters Arena Legends
- Tribes of Midgard
Subsequently, there’s a brief news roundup featuring the unveiling of the Nintendo Switch OLED, the rumours surrounding Assassin’s Creed Infinity, and the potential benefits cloud computing could have on future games. And finally, the team share their opinions regarding Spirit of the North: Enhanced Edition, the hazardous platformer Infinitrap: Rehamstered, and the relaxing experience of Walden, a game.
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Friday Jul 02, 2021
Friday Jul 02, 2021
It’s been a couple of weeks since all the excitement of E3 2021 and so now, after a short break, TheXboxHub team return to chat about the latest games and news. Expect to get the lowdown on Sony’s newest acquisitions, EA’s next advertising scheme, and more. There are also opinions on games such as Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, Gold Rush: The Game, and Chivalry 2. So, make sure you tune in to TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 88!
This episode features the musings of Gareth, James, and William, with the opening segment covering what’s occurring outside of gaming. Gareth and James share their verdicts on Netflix’s Sweet Tooth and Loki on Disney+ respectively, while William focuses on his education and future plans.
And then it’s time to delve into the games they’ve been playing in order to figure out if they’re worth picking up. Is Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance deserving of the criticism it has received? Will you have struck gold if you spend cash on Gold Rush: The Game? Why is Chivalry 2 such bloody good fun? The answers to these pertinent questions lie within, but there’s even more to take in as the likes of Promesa, Influent and Driver San Francisco are also discussed.
Following that is the news roundup, which is dominated by Sony’s latest acquisitions and what it means for them going forward. This sparks chatter about whether Xbox are going to add any studios to their portfolio in the near future. Meanwhile, the prospect of EA and Hi-Rez Studios bringing TV style adverts into games isn’t something our trio is keen on. In addition, you’ll hear thoughts in regards to the Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut, an update on Elder Scrolls 6, and the upcoming release of Aliens: Fireteam Elite.
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Friday Jun 18, 2021
Friday Jun 18, 2021
After all the excitement, the dust may have settled, but it’s definitely not over until TheXboxHub team shares their thoughts on the latter stages of E3 2021. We’ve got Gareth, James, Darren and Richard wading through the best and worst of four more showcases. Expect TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 87 to cover what Nintendo, Square Enix, Capcom and even Bandai Namco, were showing off. Be sure to have a listen and join us while we talk about lots of games!
The episode begins with insight from Darren and Richard in regards to the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase, before all four participants move onto the rest of the events since then. There’s Nintendo of course, which featured the likes of WarioWare Get It Together, Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania, Metroid Dread, a Breath of the Wild sequel, Advance Wars, and more. Marvel’s Guardians of the Galaxy takes the limelight for Square Enix, while The Great Ace Attorney Chronicles and Monster Hunter Stories 2: Wings of Ruin were amongst those catching our eye at Capcom. And then we have Bandai Namco, which stirred up some strong opinions from the quartet.
Upon delving into those digital events and running through the line-up for the rest of the year, the conversation moves onto analysing E3 2021 as a whole. This includes picking the best moments, debating whether PlayStation should have been present, and pondering what the future holds for E3.
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Monday Jun 14, 2021
Monday Jun 14, 2021
The Summer Game Fest and E3 2021 extravaganza continues with arguably the most anticipated event of them all, the Xbox and Bethesda Showcase. That’s the sole focus in TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 86, as Gareth, James, Paul and William get together to share their opinions regarding everything that’s been unveiled during the showcase - from Starfield and Halo Infinite to Party Animals and Somerville. So please, join TheXboxHub team for this very special episode and enjoy our musings.
The Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Showcase delivered games galore, which gave our quartet a shed load to discuss. With release dates revealed, gameplay shown off, teasers dangled in front of our eyes, additions made to the Xbox Game Pass service, and more, there’s plenty to unpack. Prepare to hear thoughts and extra details in regards to the following games:
- Starfield
- Back 4 Blood
- Contraband
- Battlefield 2042
- 12 Minutes
- Party Animals
- Hades
- Halo Infinite
- Replaced
- Forza Horizon 5
- Redfall
- And many, many more...
All that’s left to do then is reflect on whether the event was an overall success and if there was anything missing. What were your highlights from the Xbox and Bethesda E3 2021 Showcase? Did it meet all of your expectations?
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Sunday Jun 13, 2021
Sunday Jun 13, 2021
The Summer Game Fest is well underway and now it’s time to find out what went down during the Ubisoft Forward E3 2021 event in TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 85. Join TheXboxHub’s quartet of Gareth, James, Darren and Paul for all the best bits, the low points, and everything in between. The Tribeca Games Spotlight is also on the agenda, so there’s plenty for you to hear about. All you need to do is tune in and give us a listen.
At the beginning of the episode, Darren and Paul offer their thoughts on the Summer Game Fest Kickoff show, before the main topic of discussion takes centre stage. Ubisoft Forward E3 2021 delivered a whole raft of reveals for currently released and upcoming games, which gave us a fair few things to delve into. Expect to find opinions and information on the following titles:
- Rainbow Six Extraction
- Rocksmith+
- Riders Republic
- Assassin’s Creed Valhalla
- Just Dance 2022
- Far Cry 6
- Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope
- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora
- Plus more…
To finish off, the Tribeca Games Spotlight goes under our very own spotlight, with a selection of indie games standing out, including the likes of Kena: Bridge of Spirits and Harold Halibut.
Feel free to comment on anything discussed in TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 85 or ask any questions for us to answer in future episodes!
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Friday Jun 11, 2021
Friday Jun 11, 2021
With the Summer Game Fest kicking off a cavalcade of digital gaming events, TheXboxHub have gathered to digest everything from the opening show. Gareth, James, Richard and William unite for TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 84, sharing their thoughts on the highs and lows in the immediate aftermath. They’re also making predictions for the hotly anticipated E3 2021 conferences. So, make sure you tune in to this episode for all the latest goings on in the world of gaming!
For starters though, there are a few words about the recent reveal concerning the next instalment of the Battlefield series, Battlefield 2042. This is followed by everything and anything shown during the Summer Game Fest 2021 kickoff that caught the team’s attention, including:
- Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands
- Death Stranding Director’s Cut
- Jurassic World Evolution 2
- Salt and Sacrifice
- Two Point Campus
- The Anacrusis
- Blood Hunt
- Planet of Lana
- Elden Ring
- And many more…
The final segment focuses on Gareth, James, Richard and William setting their expectations and making predictions for E3 2021. Will their dreams become reality? Only time will tell.
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Friday Jun 04, 2021
Friday Jun 04, 2021
Before the barrage of E3 2021 news takes over, TheXboxHub team are back to fill the void and tell you about some of the latest games on Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo and PC - amongst other things. Join Gareth, James and Darren as they delve into Train Station Renovator, Super Animal Royale, Let’s Build a Zoo, Just Die Already, and more. TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 83 is also going to deliver a few interesting news items ahead of the big event. So please, enjoy our musings!
To kick off this episode, the trio talk about recently venturing into the world to experience the likes of pubs and cinemas. There’s also been plenty of streaming at home with The Falcon and the Winter Soldier, while someone watched a documentary involving David Arquette and his quest for redemption. And if that doesn’t pique your interest, then the idea of a live-action game of Among Us might do the trick.
As for the actual games they’ve been playing, you can expect the good and the bad to be discussed. Find out if they enjoyed tidying up rundown buildings in Train Station Renovator, wandering around and trying to survive in Super Animal Royale, and the arcade-y infinite running of Sure Footing. That’s not all though, with Let’s Build a Zoo beta, My Child Lebensborn and Just Die Already given time in the spotlight too.
In regards to the news, an experiment saw an exceptionally large number of people successfully coexist in a server, a follow-up to Two Point Hospital has been leaked, and Square Enix wants people to suggest names for their Pride mascot. Unsurprisingly, Santa Monica Studio confirmed that the next chapter of God of War has been pushed back.
And finally, the Metacritic inspired quiz returns for one final outing, with James and Darren battling for the ultimate bragging rights. Who wins this last encounter?
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Sunday May 30, 2021
Sunday May 30, 2021
With reveals and announcements coming at us from all angles, it’s time to try and digest everything in our weekly podcast. Attempting to do so are Gareth, James and Paul, who also have a number of games already out in the wild to share their opinions on. Get ready for TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 82 to feature Horizon Forbidden West, Far Cry 6, Rust, An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs, Long Ago: A Puzzle Tale, and more. There’s even talk about a couple of the latest films to hit streaming services. So, you won’t want to miss it.
While having a catch up, the opening segment goes from the Europa League final to reminiscing about comedy TV series that hold up well today. Despite having busy weeks, two thirds of the team have seen Army of the Dead on Netflix, while Amazon Prime had an interesting offering in the form of Palm Springs.
Talk then turns to what they’ve been playing in the past seven days, which unearths a real variety of games. Expect to learn more regarding the brutal world of survival experience Rust, the ball rolling conundrums of Long Ago: A Puzzle Tale, the bizarre yet absorbing nature of An Airport for Aliens Currently Run by Dogs, and the nostalgic Ghosts 'n Goblins Resurrection. Someone also went old school with Skyrim and wonders how good it plays nowadays.
And finally, the trio focus on the exciting gameplay unveilings that have arisen recently, starting with the gorgeous journey into Horizon Forbidden West. There's also new footage to discuss from the next instalment of The Dark Pictures Anthology, titled House of Ashes. Then they move onto another highly anticipated sequel, Dying Light 2: Stay Human, which certainly provided great insight into the parkour zombie action. Last, but least, is Far Cry 6 and its incredible DIY weapons - as well as an unforgettable animal companion.
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