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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!
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Assassin's Creed: Shadows Announced & GTA 6 Release Window Confirmed
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!
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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.
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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!
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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!
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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!
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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!
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Naomi Kyle hits the airwaves with a quick and succinct weekly fix of all things video gaming. Her narration and vocal recitation are spot on to give a sense of the general direction of the industry and of gamers. The occasional pun and/or joke is a welcome wrap up to the news segment.
A lovely bonus is a quick conversation with many guests who are key influencers and experts in the video game world that provide a little more info and feedback on the topic addressed.
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