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PODCAST

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat

Colette Bennett and Matt Silverman chat weekly about the most important topic in human civilization: video games. They discuss games they’re playing, gaming news, online communities, streaming culture, and emerging trends in virtual and augmented reality.

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All Episodes

01:28:48

129 The Zelda Timeline Officially Makes Even Less...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/10/13

How much Halloween decorating is TOO much? The answer: It's never enough!This week, Unity's CEO gets the boot, Activision/Blizzard games are (probably) enroute to Game Pass, "Guitar Hero" might be coming back(?), and the director of "Tears of the Kingdom" explains why the game's lore makes literally no sense.Also, we take a peek at some Steam Next Fest Demos, share an extremely short but emotional game, and an objectively bad Switch port that's actually kinda awesome.Colette's playing: Every Letter

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01:19:53

128 "Dotage" Combines the Best Parts of "Rimworld"...

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2023/10/06

Epic lays off 830 people and Jim Ryan is out at PlayStation, but in not-crappy news: Indie games are great!This week, we crank up the hype meter even further for "Stardew" 1.6, ponder why anyone would buy a PS5 in 2023, and go further in depth on "Dotage," an apocalyptic village management sim that combines the best parts of "Rimworld" and "Civilization" without skimping on depth or meta progression.Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our

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01:49:41

127 Meta Quest 3 vs. SteamVR 2.0: The VR Race...

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2023/09/29

The Meta Quest 3 VR headset has been revealed, boasting higher resolutions and more horsepower, but coincidentally (?) Valve has pushed SteamVR 2.0 into beta, which unifies PC, Steam Deck, and VR interfaces across its ecosystem. Does this hint at the long-rumored wireless Steam headset incoming? And if so, should Valve compete with Meta for mainstream users, or should it stick to the core gaming audience? And where would Apple fit into this market, if at all?We discuss the race for VR adoption and

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01:21:53

126 Microsoft's Leaked Gaming Roadmap, and 'Monster...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/09/22

Leaked emails from the FTC investigation of Microsoft reveal some interesting plans for Xbox consoles, controllers, remastered games, the cost of making GamePass happen, and the possibility of acquiring...Nintendo? We put it all into context.PLUS: Unity gets its comeuppance thanks to the solidarity of game devs, our trepidation around the end of "Sea of Stars," and the newest location-based game from Niantic is an impressive take on what makes "Monster Hunter" so fun.Also, where are all the Noodle

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02:18:52

125 Nintendo Direct Reactions and Ask Your Doctor If...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/09/16

Nintendo's September Direct sure was dull...until it TOTALLY wasn't! We run down the list of instant-buys, maybes, and passes from the recent show.Plus, early impressions of "F-Zero 99" and the things that set "Fae Farm" apart in a world of endless farming sims.Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJFollow and subscribe to

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01:32:50

124 This Adorable Bunny Game Scratches the Animal...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/09/08

Happy "Starfield" release week! We discuss all the reasons we probably won't play it, but it sure looks great for what it is! In the meantime, we are OBSESSED with "Usagi Shima," a solo-dev mobile game about running a tiny resort for adorable watercolor bunnies. We chat about what makes the "Neko Aastume-like" so special, and the passage of time in games.Plus, belated reactions to the "Super Mario Bros. Wonder" Direct, the price of PlayStation Plus is going WAY up, and our ongoing thoughts about

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01:01:20

123 Why "Sea of Stars" Is So Special

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/09/01

We both share our early (and glowing) impressions of Sabotage Studio's stylish sophomore selection, "Sea of Stars!" (That's a lot of S's). We discuss the outstanding sprite work, music, prologue tutorial, why the demo did this game a disservice, and the mechanical depth that far exceeds its 16-bit inspirations.Plus, walkable cities IRL, why Colette needs to return to TotK (someday), and an unexpected interruption...Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the

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01:49:59

122 'Vampire Survivors' With Co-Op Is a Whole New Game

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/08/25

The voice of Mario is changing after 30+ years, and legendary RPG studio BioWare gave its veteran writers the boot.Fortunately, there's a new "No Man's Sky" update, and "Vampire Survivors" has co-op now!Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJFollow and subscribe to Colette:https://twitter.com/colettebennetthttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to

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02:02:26

121 Things Take Time to Make (Sky Burkson Returns!)

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/08/18

Video game miniature artist and reluctant social media influencer Sky Burkson returns to share progress on his EPIC "Monster Hunter: World" papercraft set piece, and discuss how freecam boundary breaking is key to peering around video game corners players can't see. Also, we learn that capitalism is probably real bad!While Colette is packing up for a move, Matt and Sky discuss LEGO penises, the meteoric rise of "Baldur's Gate 3," and why "Pikmin 4" is so damn fun.Follow Sky's work:

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01:45:09

120 What's the DEAL With This Netflix Game Controller?

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2023/08/11

Netflix, the video store that mails you DVDs, just released an iOS app that turns your phone into a video game controller! How will this work? Where are the games? And most importantly, what KINDS of games will stream to your TV?This week, we continue our discussion of Netflix's ongoing foray into games, and why their shrewd mobile strategy proves they're not constrained to their own platform.Plus, "Baldur's Gate 3" continues to break Steam records and blow away the expectations of fans and its

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01:34:29

119 Is 'Baldur's Gate 3' Right For You? + A New...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/08/04

Happy "Baldur's Gate 3" release day to all who celebrate! We look back at this venerated franchise and why we're hesitant to sink into the latest 1.0, despite its rave reviews from fans and critics.Plus, credible journalism hints at new Nintendo hardware coming in 2024. While the form factor will be similar to the Switch (duh), the biggest question remains: Will it be backwards compatible? We discuss the business case for and against this key feature.Also, our latest obsessions from the Wholesome

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01:31:07

118 'Gravity Circuit' Is a Great Game That I Don't Like

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2023/07/28

Hey kids, don't follow your dreams. At least that's how we elderly gamers relate to our passions. This week we discuss what happens when you see the flaws in your favorite artform, and whether or not it matters to you. Plus, many Diablo players are not happy with Season 1 nerfs, and some crafty WoW players put one over on an AI news bot.Plus, why "Gravity Circuit" is a fantastic "Meg Man" successor that's too hard to be fun, and the arrival of 2 often-overlooked Zelda games on Nintendo Switch

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01:05:13

117 "Viewfinder's" Mind-Bending Physics and Demon...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/07/21

Viewfinder is a surprise treat on Steam, but is it worth $25? Plus, Season 1 of Diablo IV kicks off with fresh characters and new lore to explore.Also: Microsoft has overcome most of the regulatory scrutiny in its acquisition of Activision-Blizzard. But are governments asking the right questions when it comes to monopolistic control of the gaming market?Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord

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01:17:10

116 Happy 20th Birthday, Second Life (w/ virtual...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/07/14

Before MySpace existed, there was already a thriving social network. But this one was fully in 3D. And you could fly!Second Life turns 20 years old this summer, and it remains a vibrant ecosystem of players, creators, and a reminder of how a real "metaverse" should be built. Author and reporter Wagner James Au joins us to reflect on the enormous impact Second Life has had on games, and what we can learn from it as new "wannabe" metaverses spring up all the time.Check out James' book: Making a

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01:31:34

115 You Can Kill Chocobos in 'Final Fantasy XVI' and...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/07/07

We're BACK with hot takes on FF16's epic combat and storyline, a factory game for people who hate factories, rolling credits on Diablo IV, and many pew-pew spaceship sounds! PLUS, what our beloved community is playing in the wake of a TotK-filled month.Colette's playing: Final Fantasy XVI and Diablo IVMatt's playing: Nova Lands and EVERSPACE 2Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJFollow

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00:09:56

114 brb, afk vol. 6

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/06/30

We're excited to talk about FF16 and more, but we're skipping this week's pod due to LIFE. In the meantime, Matt checks in to see how things are going. Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show!HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord community:https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJFollow and subscribe to Colette:https://twitter.com/colettebennetthttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to

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01:40:36

113 Super Mario: U N H I N G E D (Nintendo Direct...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/06/23

Join us as we lose our minds over all the games announced at Nintendo's June Direct, including Super Mario's exciting new experiments with LSD!Also, Pick-Men, Mario RPG is back, and the insanity of 4-player co-op Vampire Survivors.Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJFollow and subscribe to Colette:https://twitter.com/colettebennetthttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to

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01:40:09

112 Our Favorite Reveals From Summer Games Fest,...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/06/16

GAMES! They are coming out! We've plucked the most interesting titles from Summer Games Fest, the Xbox Showcase, Wholesome Direct, and Devolver Direct.What are you most looking forward to? Get at us below with your picks:Email us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin our Discord community: https://discord.gg/5xz84B9RRJFollow and subscribe to Colette:https://twitter.com/colettebennetthttps://www.twitch.tv/hellococobeeFollow and subscribe to

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01:14:52

111 The $3,500 Apple Vision Pro Isn't For Games (Yet)

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/06/09

We are floored and confused by the reveal of Apple's long-rumored augmented reality headset. If you like opening and closing 100-foot Safari tabs in your livingroom, then this puppy will only set you back $3,500. If you're waiting for something more, this ep is for you.We discuss the exciting potential of granular eye tracking, gesture control, and why the VR/AR market continues to be fractured between gamer enthusiasts and normals.Plus, Colette blows past the early level caps in Diablo IV, Matt

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01:15:10

110 Who Needs Sony's Project Q? Our PlayStation...

Colette & Matt Have Entered the Chat ·

2023/06/02

Sony's Playstation Showcase revealed some exciting new IP and franchise faves from a variety of studios. Which ones caught our eyes and ears? And what's up with this new Playstation handheld?Plus, is TotK ruining all other video games for us? And an exciting new endeavor in Colette's household!A Guide to Royal Thai Cuisine: https://guide.michelin.com/th/en/article/features/a-guide-to-royal-thai-cuisineEmail us with what you're playing and we'll read it on the show! HaveEnteredTheChat@gmail.comJoin

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