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109:27

The RAM crisis, the WB/Netflix problem, and more! |...

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2025/12/07

Read the show notes and watch the bonus episode: https://www.patreon.com/posts/145243790Bonus Show Timestamp: 00:00 Thoughts on the apocalypse 15:30 Honey lawsuit might be dismissed 28:54 OpenAI’s shameless suicide lawsuit 36:38 Grok and the danger of AI 40:38 Should you need a license to use the Internet? 47:01 Steam Machine pricing 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and follow us on your favorite podcast app. Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/cw/OffTheConsole/home

63:18

Best Moments: Everything is an Xbox, Romancing AI,...

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2025/11/30

Welcome to this special ‘Off the Console’ episode! We’ve compiled a collection of our favorite moments from past episodes, including hilarious highlights, insightful guest interviews, and intriguing discussions on gaming tech and beyond. Enjoy clips featuring Gardner’s unique insights, high-tech analyses, and even a former Master Chief’s real-life experiences. Stay until the end for an amusing AI chat with iconic characters and a deep dive into the latest in gaming industry news. Let us know your

99:26

The Game Awards' Yearly Madness | OTC EP 56 ft....

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2025/11/23

Join @HiTechLoLife , @games_revealed , and @gardiner_bryant as we discuss this week’s hottest gaming and tech news.Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/cw/OffTheConsole Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/dVkKcZH2Qy Get ready for a massive episode as we dive deep into one of gaming’s biggest events of the year! The Game Awards! 📢 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a comment, and follow us on your favorite podcast app. Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/cw/OffTheConsole/home

92:00

A deep dive into the New Steam Hardware! | OTC EP 55

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2025/11/16

Valve’s NEW Hardware… ANNOUNCEDLink: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steammachine https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steamcontroller https://store.steampowered.com/sale/steamframe Valve announced a TRIO of devices. A TRIO. THREE. DEVICES. A new Steam Controller, THE Steam Machine, and finally, The Steam Frame which was once called the Valve Deckard. The Steam Controller is an evolved Steam Controller featuring all of the inputs the Steam Deck has, but in a controller form, and with some

98:53

Rockstar’s Breaking Release Dates (and Unions) | OTC...

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2025/11/09

We talk GTA VI’s new release date, Rockstar’s alleged union-busting, Soulja Boy’s questionable new handhelds, and Square Enix’s AI-powered QA plans—plus we break down if Steam’s dominance is turning into a real-world monopoly. It’s chaos, caffeine, and consoles as always. Become a Patron! https://www.patreon.com/cw/OffTheConsole Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/dVkKcZH2Qy #OffTheConsole #GamingPodcast #GTAVI #RockstarGames #SteamDeck #SouljaBoy #SquareEnix #GameNews #VideoGames #PCGaming

128:06

Feds Co-Opt Halo, A Robot in a Body Sock, and Other...

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2025/11/02

ICE uses Halo to recruit - says to “Destroy The Flood”Link: https://www.gamefile.news/p/halo-ice-developers-react Halo may not be what it used to be, but the news of Halo’s remake sent waves across the internet… and the government has noticed. Former creators of Halo during its halcyon days have weighed in, calling the ad to “Destroy The Flood” disgusting. They’ve also clarified that the various figures in the Halo universe are NOT meant to be parallels to anything in the real world. IE: The

102:26

A brief, nightmarish glimpse into the future of...

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2025/10/26

Counter Strike 2 Update “Rug Pulls” Collectors out of BILLION$$$Link: https://www.dexerto.com/counter-strike-2/cs2-skin-update-rug-pulls-collectors-as-1-billion-wiped-from-market-cap-3273322/ New CS2 update will let you trade 5 lesser value items of a covert rarity, and then trade them up for a Knife or Glove. Knifes are CS2 gold and have traditionally been worth THOUSANDS. Some creators are apparently upset because their knife collection isn’t worth nearly as much as they were before. Should’ve

108:15

AI is grooming our youth. Plus, James has thoughts on...

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2025/10/19

The Steam Next Fest - October 2025 Edition Link: https://store.steampowered.com/sale/nextfest BIRDCAGE MOTORSLICE Hell Maiden Alabaster Dawn Slots & Daggers Insider Trading Yunyun Syndrome Rhythm Psychosis Steam’s New Record! 41+ MILLION concurrent users Link: https://www.pcgamer.com/software/platforms/steam-is-officially-bigger-than-canada-with-a-41-million-concurrent-user-record/ 41,666,455 concurrent users all at once on Steam. It’s a population that’s a bit more than the entire population

102:00

Deckard in 2025? PS6 Confirmed! And Taylor Swift's...

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2025/10/12

Valve “Deckard” (or Steam Frame) to hit mass production, launching THIS YEAR. Valve anticipating 600k units shipping annually.Link: https://www.tomshardware.com/virtual-reality/valves-next-gen-deckard-vr-headset-reportedly-enters-mass-production-company-allegedly-plans-to-ship-up-to-600k-units-annually-upcoming-steam-frame-could-launch-before-the-end-of-the-year The Valve “Deckard” has been a long rumored device, and as per Chinese analyst firm “XR Research Institute”, they claim the headset will

128:50

Is EA now a political pawn? Plus Xbox completes its...

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2025/10/05

EA sold to Saudi Arabia & Jared Kushner, to owe $20 BILLION in debtLink: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250929186526/en/EA-Announces-Agreement-to-be-Acquired-by-PIF-Silver-Lake-and-Affinity-Partners-for-%2455-Billion https://news.ea.com/press-releases/press-releases-details/2025/EA-Announces-Agreement-to-be-Acquired-by-PIF-Silver-Lake-and-Affinity-Partners-for-55-Billion/default.aspx https://steamcommunity.com/id/Abdullah_Al_Saud We usually espouse the benefits and virtues of being

150:15

The Xbox Handheld OVERPRICED? & Nintendo v Homeland...

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2025/09/29

In this episode of ‘Off the Console’, hosts James and Hi-Tech Lo-Life discuss the latest in gaming news, including the controversial pricing of the Xbox Ally and Ally X, Costco’s decision to remove Xbox consoles from their inventory, and Nintendo’s legal battle against the Department of Homeland Security. The conversation also delves into what the hosts have been playing recently, highlighting personal gaming experiences and preferences, while emphasizing the impact of tariffs on gaming device

172:14

Gabe the Diver should announce HL3 in front of...

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2025/09/21

In this episode of Off the Console, Hi-Tech Lo-Life and James are joined by Noah Kupetsky from SteamDeck HQ for a wide-ranging talk on gaming and culture. They cover the hype around Endless Legend 2, the Steam Deck 2, FSR 4 graphics, and the Stop Killing Games movement. The crew also dives into government scrutiny of games, indie dev struggles, Nintendo’s stance on modding, and how Steam’s algorithm impacts visibility. Plus, they touch on Warner Bros., geek culture, censorship, GTA VI, Corsair’s

135:10

How Nintendo is destroying the game's industry... |...

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2025/09/14

Tokyo Game Show 2025 - September 24 to September 28Link: https://events.nikkeibp.co.jp/tgs/2025/en/exhibitor/ https://www.gematsu.com/2025/07/tokyo-game-show-2025-exhibitors-list-and-main-visual-announced https://www.gematsu.com/2025/09/tgs-2025-official-live-stream-program-schedule-announced Submitter: Hi-Tech Lo-Life Tokyo Game Show (henceforth TGS) is one of the big three gaming conventions, the other two being E3/Summer Games Fest and Gamescom. Whereas E3/Summer Games Fest is hosted in America

130:33

It's a post-Silksong world, Steam Frame analysis...

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2025/09/07

The Steam Frame - Valve’s Next Hardware?Link: http://old.reddit.com/r/GamingLeaksAndRumours/comments/1n7ojk1/steam_frame_trademarked_by_valve_computer_hardware/ https://uspto.report/TM/99370857 https://uspto.report/TM/99370861 https://old.reddit.com/r/GamingLeaksAndRumours/comments/1n84pmv/steamvr_datamine_seems_to_confirm_that_steam/ Submitter: Hi-Tech Lo-Life Valve has trademarked the name “STEAM FRAME”, which covers categories of game consoles, accessories, and controllers. We’ve talked a lot

117:44

Is Silksong the GTA VI of Indies? Plus, the PC...

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2025/08/31

This week on Off The Console, we’re diving deep into some of the biggest news in gaming and tech! The internet is buzzing with rumors about a brand new PlayStation 6 Portable that could be a serious competitor to the Nintendo Switch. But is Sony’s rumored handheld a Switch killer, or just a pipe dream?We’re also talking about the “Silksong Effect” and how the surprise release date for the long-awaited indie game has caused other developers to delay their own titles to avoid direct competition

152:06

The Pure Greed of the PS5 Price Hike, Silksong Coming...

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2025/08/24

🎮 The gang is BACK with a massive episode! We’re breaking down all the biggest news from Gamescom 2025, from the shocking Helldivers 2 x Halo crossover to the unbelievable confirmation that Silksong is actually real! 🤯But that’s not all… Sony just dropped a bombshell, raising the price of every PlayStation 5 model. 💰 Is this the end of the sub-$500 PS5? We’ll tell you what this means for your wallet. Plus, we’ve got the scoop on Valve’s new “Fremont” device, which is showing some insane

101:27

Handheld Gaming’s Future, Roblox Safety & Gen Z’s...

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2025/08/17

In this episode, the hosts discuss a variety of topics ranging from personal experiences in Japan to the latest in gaming technology. Hi-Tech Lo-Life shares insights from his recent trip, including cultural observations and food experiences. The conversation shifts to the future of handheld gaming devices, particularly the GPD Win 5, and the importance of online safety in gaming communities like Roblox. The hosts emphasize the need for respect in cultural interactions and engage with their audience

111:32

AI is writing TV shows (and they're bad) | Ep 41 w/...

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2025/08/03

Killing The Internet For The Sake of “Children”Link: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/online-safety-act-explainer/online-safety-act-explainer https://www.congress.gov/bill/119th-congress/senate-bill/1748/text https://old.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1mbmlz9/age_verification_in_the_uk_and_xboxs_ongoing/ https://support.spotify.com/uk/article/age-restricted-content-age-check/ https://www.tomsguide.com/ai/youtubes-new-ai-age-verification-is-coming-soon-heres-whats-going-to-chang The UK

137:08

The Great NSFW Purge of 2025 - Itch.io, Steam, and...

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2025/07/27

The Great NSFW Purge of 2025 - Itch.io, Steam, and MORE Link: https://itch.io/updates/update-on-nsfw-content https://aftermath.site/waypoint-quit-steam-vice https://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/australian-anti-porn-group-claims-responsibility-for-steams-new-censorship-rules-in-victory-against-porn-sick-brain-rotted-pedo-gamer-fetishists-and-things-only-get-weirder-from-there/ Unlike Steam, ALL NSFW content has been deindexed from the site, meaning it will not show up in Browse or Search. This

119:18

Elon Musk's AI Girlfriend Experience & Retro...

Off The Console ·

2025/07/20

How much power is TOO MUCH power? Off The Console is back, and this week we get to see who has all the power! 🤪 Your hosts @gardiner_bryant , @games_revealed , and @HiTechLoLife are here to dissect the craziest news in gaming and tech!Strap in for: 🤑 Banks CONTROL Steam 🕹️ Game Industry vs. Stop Killing Games! 🥊 Is big gaming willfully ignorant? 🎮 ROG Xbox Ally X Is it EXPENSIVE???? 💀 ROBLOX DATING?! 🚨 Elon Musk’s new AI Girlfriend Experience! 🚨 Find this episode’s show notes, subscribe

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