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Arcade Couch

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Arcade Couch — News, reviews & spicy takes on the week in games. Arcade Couch is the Explosion Network’s premiere video games podcast featuring discussions on the latest games, tech, industry news and more. Available every Monday at 6 AM AEST/AEDT.

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59:23

The Plucky Squire Preview & The Crush House Review

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2024/08/19

Dylan and Ashley have played a couple of hours of The Plucky Squire, which finally has a release date, and they discuss what they've played and their thoughts on the game.Show Dot Points Dylan's mixed review of 'The Crush House.' The release date of Dragon Age: The Veil Guard Discussion on the potential release date of the Nintendo Switch 2 Mention of Valve's unannounced hero shooter, Deadlock, and the large number of players already playing the game. Valve's involvement in Gamescom and Geff

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52:22

The Borderlands Movie Is Nearly The Worst Video Game...

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2024/08/11

Ash has watched the Borderlands movie and says it's as bad as you've heard. Show Dot Points Cat Quest 3 is praised for its gameplay mechanics and visual style. The Borderlands movie has received negative reviews and criticism, with many considering it disappointing. The studio interference and lack of violence in the Borderlands movie have been major points of criticism. Metacritic provides a list of the top 10 highest-rated video game film adaptations. Metacritic ratings can be a good indicator of

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42:44

Thank Goodness You're Here Review & Game Informer...

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2024/08/04

Dylan talks about how funny Thank Goodness You're Here is, and we discuss the biggest news stories of the week. Show Dot Points Game Informer, one of the last gaming magazines, is shutting down after 33 years. The closure of Game Informer is part of a trend of layoffs and closures in the gaming journalism industry. GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has emphasized the need to scrutinize expenses and eliminate waste. The closure of Game Informer marks the end of an era for gaming magazines and reflects the

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56:36

Marvel Rivals Impressions, Ete Review, August 2024 Games

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2024/07/28

We discuss the Marvel Rivals beta, news about a Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver remaster, and upcoming games in August.Show Dot Points The SAG-AFTRA strike highlights the need for clear and enforceable protections for video game performers. The staff layoff at Humble Games is a blow to the indie gaming scene. The potential remaster of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver is exciting for franchise fans. The delay of Stalker 2 allows for bug fixes and improvements. The announcement of the first Olympic eSports

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27:48

Dungeons of Hinterberg Impressions

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2024/07/21

We discussed some short news stories this week, and Dylan had an impression of Dungeons of Hinterberg.Show Dot Points Dungeons of Hinterberg combines elements of Persona and The Legend of Zelda. The upcoming Untitled Goose Game exposition in Melbourne offers a behind-the-scenes look at the production of the indie game. Fallout received multiple Emmy nominations, surprising the hosts. The gameplay in Dungeons of Hinterberg is enjoyable, but the combat is mediocre. The Xbox Game Pass provides access

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52:36

Concord Is The Next Big Hit & We Discuss Kotaku AU...

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2024/07/14

Concord is great, and it's Ciaran's new love, so we break down why it's taken his world by storm.Show Dot Points There is a lack of standout games in 2023 so far, with no big defining Sony IP and no game that revolutionises the industry. The closure of Kotaku Australia highlights the challenges faced by the games media industry despite the thriving games development scene in Australia. Xbox Game Pass is undergoing changes in subscription models and prices, with the removal of the Game Pass for

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37:56

Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess & The First Descendant

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2024/07/07

Dylan talks about playing the Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess demo and how much he enjoyed it, and Ciaran talks about The First Descendant now ticking a lot of boxes for him.Show Dot Points The Watch Dogs franchise has struggled with creating compelling protagonists, and there are doubts about the potential for a successful movie adaptation. The conversation highlights the importance of having interesting characters and engaging gameplay mechanics in video games. Nintendo has officially ended

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48:31

Twitch, Youtube and Dr. Disrespect

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2024/06/30

We discussed the Dr Disrespect news from the last week and what it could mean for Twitter and Youtube.

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55:48

Nintendo Direct Sets Up A Solid Second Half Of 2024...

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2024/06/23

We break down the June 2024 Nintendo Direct and all the news from the showcase.Show Dot Points The hosts discuss the highly anticipated release of Elden Ring and the mixed opinions surrounding its difficulty. They speculate about the upcoming Nintendo Switch successor and its impact on the current console's game releases. The hosts review the games featured in the Nintendo Direct, sharing their thoughts on each title. Dragon Quest 3 HD 2D remake was announced, along with remakes of Dragon Quest 1

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49:38

Dragon Age: Dreadwolf Is Looking Good!

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2024/06/16

The latest Dragon Age news paired with a gameplay video is finally ready to admit; it's looking pretty exciting. Show Dot Points The hosts review their predictions for Summer Game Fest and determine the outcomes. They discuss the announcement of new games and trailers, including Alan Wake 2 DLC and Fable. The conversation touches on software updates, Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, and the niche appeal of certain games. They also discuss Hideo Kojima's love for movies and the possibility of a new Donkey

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38:47

SGF 2024: Ubisoft Forward, Future Games Showcase

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2024/06/11

In the last of our SGF specials, we discuss Ubisoft Direct and The Future Game Show.Show Dot Points The Ubisoft Forward event had a strong start and finish, but the middle section felt like filler content. The open-world Star Wars game Star Wars Outlaws received mixed reactions, with some finding it generic and others intrigued by its mechanics. Ciaran felt that Ubisoft should reconsider its presentation format and focus on delivering more impactful announcements. Skull and Bones presentation was

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01:28:06

SGF 2024: Xbox Games Showcase, PC Gaming Showcase,...

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2024/06/10

We're back with more SGF showcases to discuss, with the big one of this episode being the Xbox Games Showcase. Show Dot Points Alan Wake 2 was started by Ciaran The Xbox showcase had promising games and announcements, but some titles may have long release dates. Dragon Age 4 is expected to be a more mature and cinematic experience, focusing on the companions. State of Decay 3 seems to be improving upon its predecessor and offers a more grounded and cinematic gameplay experience. The hosts express

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01:42:13

SGF 2024: Summer Game Fest, Devolver Direct,...

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2024/06/09

We discuss the first batch of SGF week shows starting with Summer Game Fest itself, and then Day of the Devs, Devolver Direct, Future of Play and Wholesome Direct. Show Dot Points The Summer Game Fest showcase featured a variety of games and announcements. The presence of indie games in the showcase was notable, and it was seen as an opportunity for these games to gain more visibility. There was discussion about the cost of trailers and the presence of AAA companies in the showcase. Specific games

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01:03:21

Summer Game Fest 2024 Predictions

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2024/06/02

Our Summer Game Fest 2024 predictions and thoughts are good, great, excellent, and guaranteed to be on the money. Show Dot Points Engaging discussion about upcoming gaming events Insightful predictions for the Summer Game Fest Discussions about the gameplay and features of Multiverses and XDefiant Insights into the hosts' thoughts on the gaming industry and upcoming releases Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Ciaran Marchant:

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01:07:15

Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, Duck Detective: The Secret...

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2024/05/26

Dylan shares his thoughts on three games this week, leading with the highly anticipated Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2, before getting into Duck Detective: The Secret Salami, and No Rest For The Wicked.Show Dot Points The launch of the Pokemon Center in Australia and New Zealand is highly anticipated. There is a suggestion that Hideo Kojima should make a Mad Max video game The Summer Game Fest is an event to look forward to, but expectations should be tempered. Upcoming gaming showcases and events like

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01:03:07

Assasin's Creed Shadows Revealed + Online Toxicity...

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2024/05/19

Assassin’s Creed Shadows was revealed this week with a cinematic trailer, but some people are angry about one of the protagonists. Also, we discuss the pending announcement of a 2K games sequel, the Prime Video Tomb Raider series and Online Toxicity going viral this week.Hosts: Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Episode Timecodes 00:00:00 - Hello 00:01:15 - Assassin’s Creed Shadows Revealed 00:35:54 - 2K Revealing A Sequel at Summer Games

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53:58

Hades II Impressions; Nintendo Switch II Announcement...

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2024/05/12

Dylan has been playing some Hades II, the Nintendo Switch 2 announcement is coming before March 2025, and Xbox is in deep trouble with fans following the big cuts at Bethesda this past week. Show Dot Points Hades 2 has been released and is receiving positive reviews. The hosts speculate on the announcement and release date of the next Nintendo Switch console. There is a possibility that Nintendo will improve their infrastructure and add achievements to their system. Microsoft recently announced the

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34:54

May Is Looking A Little Light On Excitment

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2024/05/05

We're probably in for a quieter month in news and video game releases before the birth of June and Summer Game Fest. Show Dot Points The beef between PlayStation and Xbox is a topic of discussion among gamers. The controversy surrounding 'Stella Blade highlights the issue of censorship in video games. Dylan and Ashley share their thoughts on upcoming video game releases. May is a month with several highly anticipated video game releases. Upcoming games include Ghost of Tsushima, Read Only Memories:

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51:59

Dreamhack Melbourne 2024 & Confusion Around Event...

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2024/04/29

Dylan and Ciaran discuss their time at Dreamhack Melbourne 2024, what they liked and didn't, and attempt to make sense of the audience.Show Dot Points DreamHack Melbourne 2024 combined esports, content creation, and convention elements. Some attendees enjoyed the cosplay, content creator meetups, and non-esports activities. Others were disappointed that esports was not the main focus of the event. The confusion around the event's identity and the lack of a prominent esports presence were major

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43:45

Resurfacing The Wolf Among Us 2 Thoughts & Latest...

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2024/04/21

The Wolf Among Us 2 still lives, and we've looked at all the games shown in the latest Indie World Showcase. Show Dot Points The release of Fallout 4 and its tie-in with the Fallout TV show has led to increased sales of the game. DreamHack Melbourne is an exciting event for gamers, featuring Pokemon Go activities and various esports tournaments. Harold Halibut is a unique game with a claymation art style, but it lacks engaging gameplay elements. Wolf Among Us 2 has resurfaced with new screenshots

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