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Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
The time has finally come and the next-generation of gaming is officially here as the Xbox Series X|S consoles emerge from warehouses around the world. To mark such a momentous occasion, TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 57 is going to be an Xbox Series X|S special. Our team delved into everything surrounding the launch, including the hardware and a varied selection of games. So please, sit back and enjoy!
Join Gareth, James and Richard as they share their thoughts about the arrival of the Xbox Series X|S. In regards to the hardware, they go over the size, design, weight, what’s included for your money, and peripherals like the new controller. There are plenty of features to discuss too, such as Quick Resume, new apps, and the ‘new’ dashboard, alongside TheXboxHub trio’s immediate storage concerns.
Naturally, the team also gave their first impressions on some of the biggest games optimised for Xbox Series X|S, including Assassin’s Creed Valhalla, Yakuza Like A Dragon, Watch Dogs Legion, Planet Coaster and Tetris Effect Connected. In contrast, they took a look at how older games perform on the new consoles, such as Forza Horizon 4, Halo The Master Chief Collection, and FIFA 21. Surprisingly, the best experience they had came from an unlikely source, so tune in to discover what that was!
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Friday Nov 06, 2020
Friday Nov 06, 2020
Get your hankies at the ready folks, because TheXboxHub team are giving the Xbox One a well-deserved send-off ahead of the imminent arrival of the Xbox Series X. While TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 56 is certainly going to spend time focusing on the Xbox One generation, there’s also chatter about recent games like Watch Dogs Legion and discussion regarding the latest news in gaming. And if that’s not enough, we’ve got a selection of PUBG goodies up for grabs too - so tune in to find out more!
Saying goodbye to the Xbox One this week are Gareth, James and Richard, but before all that, they share what they’ve been up to in the past week. This includes preparing for another lockdown, watching The Banana Splits Movie on Halloween, and checking out a rehearsal for an upcoming online concert. There’s also a bit of news to discuss, which covers the actual storage space available on Xbox Series X|S and PS5, as well as the massive file size for Call of Duty Black Ops Cold War. NBA 2K21 looks to be pushing the boat out for their next-gen instalment too, with details of The City recently unveiled.
The trio have been playing a real variety of games over the last seven days, including the likes of choose-your-own horrific adventure Little Hope, the hacking delights of Watch Dogs Legion, the hardcore parkour experience BH Trials, and the unusual episodic storytelling of Stories Untold. But, eventually, they get round to explaining their favourite games of the Xbox One generation and whether it’s been an overall success, or not. No spoilers as to the choices they made, however we will say that the indie scene holds its own against the AAA titles amongst the best games out there.
And finally, check out our PUBG Season 9 SWAG Bundle giveaway which includes an Alpaca Plush Toy!
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
It might be the eve of Halloween, however it’s not the ghouls and ghosts that strike fear into TheXboxHub team. No, they’re too busy being scared witless by nightmarish delays like Cyberpunk 2077, the sheer volume of gaming news in general, and the massive amount of upcoming games for Xbox Series X|S and PS5. So, without further ado, let’s delve into TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 55!
This week, Gareth and James have drafted in William to discuss everything that’s occurring at the moment. While the world outside of gaming continues to contend with the pandemic, James has been watching Ju-On: Origins, a prequel Netflix series to the Ju-On films - better known as The Grudge. Could this Japanese Horror be an ideal choice for your viewing pleasure this Halloween?
Proceedings swiftly move into the realm of gaming, with a look forward to some of the most anticipated games coming soon to Xbox Series X|S and PS5 like Yakuza: Like a Dragon and Demon’s Souls. The trio also shared their opinions on the latest gameplay video of the latter. Then attention turns to the delays for Cyberpunk 2077 and Far Cry 6, as well as the waiting times for the next-gen versions of FIFA 21 and Madden NFL 21. That’s before news of the people working on Halo Infinite and Everwild who have left their roles. Additionally, the team went over the recent official walkthrough of the Xbox Series X and its snazzy features.
And finally, all three participants of the podcast talk about the games they’ve played in the last week. You can expect to hear opinions regarding Watch Dogs Legion, My Universe - School Teacher, and Jackbox Party Pack 7.
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Friday Oct 23, 2020
Another week has passed and the anticipation of the new consoles arriving is getting almost unbearable for us, but alas, we carry on. Fortunately, we’ve got a great way to take your minds off the Xbox Series X|S and PS5 for the time being in the form of TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 54. It features more topics than you can shake a stick at, including digital events, adverts in games, our favourite bugs and glitches, the upcoming horror Scorn, and tons of other stuff. There’s even an announcement regarding our latest giveaway to celebrate a YouTube subscriber milestone!
Joining podcast regulars Gareth and James this week is Edgar, who launches straight into a detailed description of a sick and twisted Spanish horror he’s been watching on Netflix, The Platform. In keeping with the sinister vibes, Gareth caught up with The Handmaid’s Tale and additionally has been humbled by a ton of awards for his very own short film - Last Day. Meanwhile, James steers the conversation towards virtual events, like concerts, becoming the new normal.
That leads the trio onto the Xbox Series X|S launch events being planned by Xbox and whether it’ll be worth attending virtually. Elsewhere in the news, Ubisoft outlined post-release content for Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and 2K have received criticism for introducing unskippable in-game ads to NBA 2K21. And then there’s a deep delve into the latest footage to emerge for the grotesque horror Scorn. Afterwards, the team shares their thoughts on a range of games they’ve played recently, such as Cook, Serve, Delicious! 3?!, Raji: An Ancient Epic, and Cloudpunk.
In a light-hearted segment to see out the episode, Gareth, James and Edgar bring up some of the best, weirdest and frustrating bugs/glitches they’ve ever come across in gaming.
But wait, there’s more, because in celebration of TheXboxHub reaching 3000 subscribers on YouTube, we’re giving away headsets and games. Be sure to check out the competitions offering a chance win one of two EPOS | SENNHEISER headsets (a massive thanks to EPOS | SENNHEISER) and one of five Xbox One codes for Friday The 13: Killer Puzzle (a massive thanks to Blue Wizard Digital).
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Friday Oct 16, 2020
Friday Oct 16, 2020
While it may have been a relatively quieter week in the grand scheme of things, there’s still plenty of gaming focused discussion to be had. In TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 53 we shine a spotlight on indie action-platformer, Foregone, and share our opinions on what makes it stand out. There are also other recently released games on the agenda as well as news relating to Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, including the latest user interfaces.
The team for this week’s episode is made up of Gareth, James and Richard, who delve straight into what they’ve been up to in general. Someone had the misfortune of watching the Bloodshot film, but the other two spoke of better viewing options like Twin Peaks The Return and Netflix’s The Haunting of Bly Manor. Then the subject matter gets a tad more serious as we come to the realisation that we’re going to need a lot of money to enjoy even a handful of the upcoming games.
In regards to news, both of the latest UIs for Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5 got our attention, especially the latter as it incorporates a feature that used to be popular on the Xbox One. There are fresh thoughts on Assassin’s Creed Valhalla and Yakuza Like a Dragon now that the previews are out in the wild. We also managed to squeeze in a couple of other bits and bobs, including the new ability to record voice chats on PS5.
And finally, the big segment about the games we’ve played in the last seven days closes out the episode. All three members of the team were able to indulge in the 2D action-platformer, Foregone - thanks to the generous folks at Big Blue Bubble - and can therefore explain what makes it an impressive addition to the genre. Discover which aspects of the game are most enjoyable, what we think of the overall aesthetic and more.
That’s not the end though, as there’s just enough time remaining to mention our thoughts on Monster Truck Championship and Nexomon: Extinction!
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Friday Oct 09, 2020
Friday Oct 09, 2020
It’s time for yet another podcast and, after Sony unveiled a deep dive into the PlayStation 5 hardware, that’s going to be at the centre of our latest episode. Not only does TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 52 contain thoughts on that, but also the disappointing fact that some big games won’t be transferring all of your current progress to the next-gen upgrades, with FIFA 21 being a prime example. So please, sit back and enjoy our musings on all of that… and more!
This week, the team tackling the current goings on consists of Gareth, James and William. It’s a rather wild opening segment for this episode, with The Walking Dead season finale and the McDonald’s Monopoly scheme getting attention alongside a frank discussion regarding the future of the cinema industry. Do we believe cinemas can bounce back after the pandemic is over?
Then we move on to the thorough breakdown of the PlayStation 5, including the process for upgrading storage capacity and how much effort it’ll take to be able to lay the console down on its side during use. Sticking with the next-gen theme, there’s an NBA 2K21 gameplay video that caught our eye, showcasing the realism on Xbox Series X|S and PS5. Those looking forward to Watch Dogs: Legion may be interested to hear about the story trailer and post-launch plans.
The disappointing announcement that progress within certain areas of FIFA 21 won’t carry over to the next-gen upgrades leads us to consider the possible reasoning behind this, as well as a selection of other games in the same predicament. And speaking of FIFA 21, that’s one of the games we’ve played this week, hence we discuss our first impressions. There’s also time to chat about Star Wars Squadrons and the original Prey, so tune in for the lowdown on those!
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
With the hustle and bustle of preordering next-generation consoles out of the way, the team’s attention switches this week to the actual hardware we can look forward to at launch. That’s right, TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 51 features talk about Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5, with a particular focus on the expected storage woes. It also sees a fair few games discussed, including the awesome Final Fantasy VII Remake and the latest WWE offering.
Regulars Gareth and James are joined by Edgar, who kicks off proceedings with his thoughts about Final Fantasy VII Remake. After completing it, there’s a lot of praise given for the overall experience it provides, with very little criticism to speak of. Naturally, James takes them off on a tangent with his latest TV show binge involving Storage Wars, which somehow then leads to Gareth bringing up Lovecraft Country.
In terms of news, the announcement of Football Manager 21 coming to Xbox is a truly exciting prospect. That positivity remains at the thought of the impending Xbox Game Pass arrivals too, but then it’s time to discuss the next-generation storage woes. What will our team make of the actual amount of storage available in the Xbox Series X and PS5 consoles? Given how big install sizes are becoming, there’s reason to worry.
To finish off Episode 51, the trio reveal what they’ve been playing recently on Xbox One, PS4 and even mobile. This sees the likes of Mafia Definitive Edition, WWE 2K Battlegrounds, Persona 5, Swordbreaker, Among Us and The Last Campfire getting a chance in the spotlight. Tune in to find out which ones got our seal of approval and which are best to avoid!
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Friday Sep 25, 2020
Friday Sep 25, 2020
What a momentous occasion it is to reach our 50th episode and there’s no better way to celebrate than by discussing all things Xbox. TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 50 focuses on the highs and lows of the Xbox Series X|S preorders as well as the latest news from the Xbox Showcase during Tokyo Game Show 2020. There’s even a fun quiz that ties in perfectly with the theme of the episode, so please sit back and enjoy!
The carnage of preordering a next generation console is something both Xbox and PlayStation gamers can relate to. Our team this week - consisting of Gareth, James and Richard - shared their experiences of attempting to acquire the Xbox Series X and PlayStation 5, which didn’t go too smoothly to say the least. Chances are, the news about Microsoft acquiring Bethesda’s parent company probably caused even more of a demand for the new console - according to our experts.
With those two major goings on out of the way, the attention turns to the Tokyo Game Show 2020 and the utterly stunning Japan update coming to Microsoft Flight Simulator very soon. That’s not all that caught their eye though, with Minecraft showing off the delightful effects of Ray-Tracing, Balan Wonderworld charming everyone using a lovely combination of cute aesthetics and magical music, and the frantic trailer for the latest instalment of the legendary shooter series, R-Type Final 2.
There’s even more interesting news and a few recent releases mentioned - like Crysis Remastered - but then it’s capped off with an Xbox-themed quiz created by Richard. With 20 questions to test their knowledge, James and Gareth face-off once again to find out who’s the best. Can young whippersnapper James cause an upset against the wily veteran gamer, Gareth?
Tune in to find out! And if you would like to win a copy of Tech Glitch on Xbox One, simply subscribe to our Youtube channel and leave a comment on TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 50: Xbox Series X Preorders and Tokyo Game Show Highlights video - it’s that easy to be in with a chance.
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
It doesn’t seem long since the team were going over the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S pricing in the previous podcast, but now it’s Sony’s turn in the spotlight. The most recent PlayStation 5 Showcase finally informed everyone about the prices and release date, which is the focus of TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 49. That’s not all though, as plenty of games were also shown off throughout the event, ensuring there’s a lot to dissect. If you’re interested in the PS5, this will be well worth a listen.
For such a big reveal, we drafted in a fantastic foursome - Gareth (the host), James, Edgar and William - who didn’t mess about and jumped straight into the important details regarding PS5. They discussed the regular PS5 and the digital version, with the cost and the regional release date differences taken into consideration. It gave the team a chance to delve into the officially confirmed launch titles too. There’s also a cool new scheme being implemented called the PS Plus Collection, aimed at bolstering that day one gaming library.
In terms of games, you’ll get to hear first impressions on the fresh reveals like Final Fantasy XVI, Hogwarts Legacy and Devil May Cry 5 Special Edition. Additionally, there’s further insight on Spider-Man Miles Morales, Demon Souls, Black Ops Cold War, and a fair few others.
Now that we have the crucial information about the major consoles, will you be obtaining an Xbox Series X or the PlayStation 5? Could the digital options be more appealing to you? Get in touch and let us know your thoughts!
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast
Wednesday Sep 09, 2020
Wednesday Sep 09, 2020
It's been just a few days since TheXboxHub team got together for the their last podcast, but the guys are back in place for a pretty special show - TheXboxHub Official Podcast Episode 48 takes a look at the newly confirmed details, release date and prices of the Xbox Series X and Xbox Series S. Will it power your dreams? Well, you certainly won't want to miss this one.
As always, full show notes are available over at https://www.thexboxhub.com/podcast