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Xbox Expansion Pass

Xbox Expansion Pass

Xbox Expansion Pass is a weekly podcast breaking down the biggest Xbox and gaming industry news with context, clarity, and honest discussion. Each episode covers Xbox strategy, Game Pass, major releases, industry trends, and the business decisions shaping the future of games. We focus on why news matters — not just headlines — with thoughtful takes aimed at longtime Xbox fans and industry watchers alike. If you care about where Xbox is headed, how the gaming business is changing, and what it means

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XEP Interview: Shoulders of Giants | Patrick McAvena

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2023/02/08

#Xbox #ShouldersOfGiants #xbox In this interview Patrick McAvena, President of Moving Pieces Interactive joins Luke Lohr to discuss the recent launch of their Xbox exclusive indie: Shoulders of Giants. McAvena shares his insights on creating a procedurally generated sci-fi adventure starring a frog on top of a mech. This Xbox exclusive is out now on Xbox Series S|X and Epic Game Store. Enjoy! XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound,

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01:29:19

Xbox Expansion Pass 163: ”Titanfall 3” Cancelled |...

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2023/02/05

#Xbox #Titanfall3 #HiFiRush In episode 163 of XEP Luke and Logun discuss the cancellation of an untitled Titanfall project that could indeed have been Titanfall 3. A number of other live service titles are shutting down including Rumbleverse, Knockout City, and the Xbox exclusive Crossfire X. Hal Infinite looks to have ended its single player endeavors as the franchise is moving to Unreal Engine for its next iteration. As always, we hope you enjoy. XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please

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42:54

XEP Interview: Hi-Fi Rush | Director John Johanas

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2023/02/02

#HiFiRush #Interview #Xbox In this interview John Johanas, Director of Hi-Fi Rush sits down with Luke Lohr to discuss the game's incredible reception since its shadowdrop at the Xbox Developer Direct. Johanas goes into detail regarding the inception of the game at TangoGameworks and how the team went about designing system that was intrinsically tied to its audio tracks. This Xbox exclusive is out now on Xbox Series S|X and Windows PC. Enjoy! XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider

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01:17:55

Xbox Expansion Pass 162: Developer Direct Analysis |...

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2023/01/29

#Xbox #DeveloperDirect #Goldeneye In episode 162 Luke and Logun discuss the biggest announcements from the Xbox Developer Direct including the release dates for Redfall and Minecraft Legends, the shadowdrop of TangoGamerwork’s new game Hi-Fi Rush, and of course the long awaited arrival of Rare’s Goldeneye 007. Xbox released some mixed financial results in its last quarter and we’re excited to rock. We hope you enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on

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01:21:16

Xbox Expansion Pass 161: Microsoft Lays Off 10,000 |...

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2023/01/22

#Xbox #HaloInfinite #MarvelsAvengers In episode 160 Luke and Logun discuss the massive layoffs at Microsoft as they let go of 10,000 employees, including those in the gaming division. Halo Infinite, Bethesda, and other Xbox studios have been hit hard. Halo Infinite is no longer receiving campaign support. Marvel's Avengers is ending after 2.5 years and Xbox Game Pass welcomes several heavy hitters including Persona 3, Persona 4, and Monster Hunter Rise. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a

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01:17:49

Xbox Expansion Pass 160: Xbox Developer Direct |...

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2023/01/15

#Xbox #Ubisoft #DeveloperDirect In episode 160 Luke and Logun discuss the recently revealed Xbox Developer Direct, a new way for Xbox to showcase its games to fans. Ubisoft is running into sincere financial issues that are impacting all of its major titles including the oft delayed Skull and Bones, and finally we look ahead to some of the more immediate releases this quarter. We hope you enjoy. The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video

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37:13

XEP Interview: Sail Forth | Developer David Evans

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2023/01/11

#Xbox #SailForth #Interview In this interview Luke Lohr sits down with David Evans, Festive Vector's sole developer, to discuss the launch of Sail Forth. Sail Forth is a title six years in the making that arrived to all platforms including Xbox on December 21, 2022. Sail Forth has since gained indie success as its made the rounds to be a competent, enjoyable sailing title with enjoyable combat and humorous writing. Sail Forth is available now for Xbox and Steam users. XEP Interviews is a spin-off

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01:09:10

Xbox Expansion Pass 159: Redfall & Starfield Updates...

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2023/01/08

#Xbox #Redfall #Zenimax In episode 159 Luke welcomes his new co-host Captain Logun to we’re discussing the latest updates on Redfall and Starfield release dates, hundreds of game developers at Microsoft’s Zenimax studios have voted to unionize, and Xbox is releases a lackluster Series X bundle. We hope you enjoy The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost,

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31:51

XEP Interview: We Are The Caretakers | Designer Scott...

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2023/01/05

#Xbox #WeAreTheCaretakers #GamingPodcast In this interview Luke Lohr sits down with Scott Brodie of Heart Shaped Games to discuss We Are The Caretakers. Scott was previously featured on XEP 78 as We Are The Caretakers was spotlighted in an ID@Xbox Showcase. This was back in April of 2021 and we are excited to welcome him back. We Are The Caretakers releases on January 6th for Xbox and Steam. XEP Interviews is a spin-off of the highly successful XEP, which saw 90+ industry professionals interviewed

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Xbox Expansion Pass 158: Xbox To Make Game Pass...

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2022/12/20

#Xbox #TheGameAwards #XboxGamePass In episode 158 we welcome Todd Oxtra of Secret Friends Unite on to discuss the possibility of Xbox introducing a cheaper, cloud only option of Game Pass. The Game Awards hit record numbers in terms of audience and High On Life is charting incredibly well. Enjoy. The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, plays host and

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01:03:10

Xbox Expansion Pass 157: Xbox No Shows The Game...

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2022/12/11

#Xbox #TheGameAwards #Frogwares In episode 157 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’ll discuss the no show by Xbox at The Game Awards and just what that means for 2023. We ask the question whether or not Xbox has failed in 2022, note that Xbox is raising prices in 2023, and examine news of the FTC's lawsuit to stop the Activision Blizzard merger. After that we welcome Ukrainian Developer Antonina Melnykova to the show, a Narrative Lead at Frogwares working on the Sherlock Holmes series. She’ll discuss the

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01:17:26

Xbox Expansion Pass 156: Disappointing Reviews |...

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2022/12/04

#Xbox #DigitalEclipse #Atari50Celebration In episode 156 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome two developers from Digital Eclipse, Stephen Frost and Jeremy Williams on to discuss their latest work in retro wizardry, the Atari 50 Celebration. Prior to that we’ll briefly discuss some Black Friday sales and the Game Awards value. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke

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01:18:33

Xbox Expansion Pass 155 : The Best Xbox Era: Xbox 360...

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2022/11/27

#Xbox #Xbox360 #ActivisionBlizzard In episode 155 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome two friends to the show with PTKBL4M of The Shop Podcast and David Whitaker of Level1Gaming joining us to discuss our best memories of the Xbox 360, Callisto Protocol offering death animations in a season pass, and even MORE controversy in the Activision Blizzard acquisition. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how

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Xbox Expansion Pass 154: Are The Game Awards Broken?...

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2022/11/20

#Xbox #TheGameAwards #XboxSeriesS In episode 154 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we celebrate 20 years of Xbox Live, check out some sweet Black Friday deals including the perfect sale price for the Xbox Series S and discuss the problematic timelines for The Game Awards. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics

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01:33:00

Xbox Expansion Pass 153: Gears of War & Netflix |...

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2022/11/13

#Xbox #GearsOfWar #LillymoGames In episode 153 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we are joined by the co-founder and creative lead for Lillymo games, Colin Moriarty to discuss art styles, the writing process, and how publishing on multiple platforms gleans insight into the difference between Xbox, Playstation, and Nintendo. Gears of War is getting the film treatment from Netflix and Halo’s Winter Update impresses. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in

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37:24

Xbox Expansion Pass 152: Eidos Montreal Working On...

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2022/11/06

#Xbox #Fable #Diablo4 In episode 152 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we examine the mountain of news from the past two weeks including Xbox potentially raising their prices, Diablo 4’s reported release date, Modern Warfare’s quality, Eidos Montreal working on Fable, and several Xbox milestones of late. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, plays

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01:05:01

Xbox Expansion Pass 151: Guest Victor Lucas | Silent...

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2022/10/23

#Xbox #VictorLucas #SilentHill In episode 151 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome the legendary Victor Lucas to the show to chat about the week’s news including the Silent Hill and Resident Evil showcases which gave horror fans plenty cause for celebration. Meanwhile the releases of Gotham Knights, A Plague Tale Requiem, and Modern Warfare’s campaign have us all lamenting our backlogs. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video

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01:17:44

Xbox Expansion Pass 150: Game Pass Revenue | Gotham...

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2022/10/16

#Xbox #GothamKnights #LayersOfFears In episode 150 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome the creative director for Layers of Fears Damian Kocurek on from Anshar Studios to discuss bringing fear to gaming, an interview just in time for Spooky Season. Gotham Knights is locked at 30 frames on consoles and Xbox is bringing Cloud gaming to the Meta Quest Store. It’s a celebratory episode for 150 . Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of

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01:44:56

Xbox Expansion Pass 149: CD Projekt Red Roadmap |...

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2022/10/09

#Xbox #CDProjektRed #MikeChapman In episode 149 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Mike Chapman from Rare to discuss his role as Creative Director for Sea of Thieves and just how the game has evolved since launch…plus a few teases for the future. Prior to that we’ll discuss roadmap laid out for future content out of CD Projekt Red for the Witcher and Cyberpunk franchises. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and

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01:22:15

Xbox Expansion Pass 148: Google Stadia Shutting Down...

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2022/10/02

#Xbox #Stadia #Soulstice In episode 148 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome the developers of Reply Games Marco Mortillaro and Samuele Perseo on to discuss their recent AA release of Soulstice, an homage to classic action games like DMC and Ninja Gaiden. Prior to that we take a look at the implications on xCloud of Google’s decision to shut down Stadia and what game companies are doing for players impacted. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on

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