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The Scroll

Hi, everyone! I am LilacBoots and I am joined by my fabolous co-host Frank Grouch. This is my gaming podcast. We are providing general gaming news, releases, and announcements. We also do small reviews, commentary on games, and have the occasional guest! I hope you enjoy! Check us out by following us on Twitter @LilacBoots and @FrankGrouch!

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00:35:14

Dangerous Waters

The Scroll ·

2026/04/21

The Scroll is evolving! We’ve officially launched our new blog section at getthescroll.com to provide a deeper, technical look at the stories that matter. In this episode, Lilac Boots and Frank discuss:The Industry Pulse: A critical look at the Roblox-Schlep controversy and the technical negligence behind the headlines.Safety Protocols: Decoding 2K’s new "Teen Accounts" and the looming COPPA 2.0 deadline.High Seas & Speed: Our excitement for the AC: Black Flag remake, Windrose, and the

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00:29:31

Nintendo's Unforced Error

The Scroll ·

2026/04/06

This week, Boots and Frank dive into the rare "L" handed to Nintendo by the USPTO regarding their "Summon and Battle" patent. We also break down the launch of Indie Pass, the looming "RAMageddon" price hikes, and why the "Reverse Sale" is the new reality for 2026 consoles.

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01:07:26

The Forever Game Problem

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2026/03/23

After a much-needed break to honor a dear mentor, The Scroll returns to tackle the "Live Service" infection taking over modern gaming. Join Boots and Frank as they break down the "Warzone-ification" of the Modern Warfare III campaign, the frustration of Black Ops 7’s forced co-op, and a heated "Boots to the Face" for EA’s predatory Sims 4 Marketplace split. From the ghost of multiplayer-past in Dragon Age: Veilguard to the cozy stability of Star Ocean, we’re dissecting

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01:04:12

Don't Stop Me Now

The Scroll ·

2026/02/23

A tribute to a mentor and a dive into the industry’s wildest week.After a two-week break, Lilac Boots returns to cover the "Xbox Earthquake" as Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond depart, leaving Microsoft's gaming future in the hands of new AI-focused leadership. We also dive into the technical chaos of the recent Cloudflare-driven Steam outage, and the heated discourse surrounding David Jaffe’s critique of God of War: Sons of Sparta. Finally, Boots reviews the long-awaited Replaced demo and

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00:48:43

Corporate GGs

The Scroll ·

2026/02/02

In this episode of The Scroll, Boots and Frank discuss GOG's recent AI art controversy and Ubisoft's massive restructuring into five "Creative Houses". They also recount the wild story of the 18-year-old who leaked GTA VI footage using an Amazon Fire Stick and explore the new "honest living" Odd Jobs in GTA Online. Plus, they weigh in on the bizarre news of Tim Sweeney praising the Google Genie 3 AI engine—calling it a "great idea" despite the tool being caught

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00:59:32

Screenshots Don't Lie & Tokyo Drifting

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2026/01/26

In this episode of The Scroll, Boots and Frank brave the East Coast snow to break down the week's most chaotic headlines, from the Tim Sweeney vs. PC Gamer social media standoff to the latest Xbox Developer Direct reveals. We dive into the stunning Japan setting for Forza Horizon 6, the unique character-building in Fable, and the quirky indie energy of the pottery-brawler Kiln. Plus, we wrap up with a look at the NY Video Game Awards winners and a pitch for the Black Canary game the industry

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00:49:12

The FaZe Exodus & Nvidia’s Performance Trap

The Scroll ·

2026/01/13

This week on The Scroll, we dive into the massive FaZe Clan "Exodus" following the departure of their entire active roster, including 14-year veteran Adapt. We also break down the technical controversy surrounding Nvidia’s DLSS 4.5, which is reportedly causing a 20-24% performance drop for RTX 20 and 30 series users. Plus, we discuss the recent Steam Machine price leak indicating a $950-$1,070 price tag, Larian Studios' commitment to "Human-Only" art for Divinity concept art,

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01:12:13

Labor Wars, AI Debates, and the GOG Shakeup

The Scroll ·

2026/01/05

This week on The Scroll, we dive into the massive end-of-year shift as CD Projekt Red sells GOG back to its roots. We’re breaking down the legal heat rising for Rockstar as the UK Parliament gets involved in recent layoffs, plus Satya Nadella’s defense of AI in game dev. Stick around to hear why Boots is obsessed with ReStory and which punk-ass ISP is getting a Boot to the Face this week.

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00:57:03

Receipts vs. Rumors: Year-End Wrap Up

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2025/12/29

We’re closing out 2025 with a look at the data that defined the year. In this episode, we dive into the $197B industry numbers and the news that shaped the gaming landscape—including a brief, personal tribute to the legendary Vince Zampella, whose games were the reason I met many of my closest friends.Plus, it's a reality check on the year's top titles. Frank shares what he’s been playing this week, while I bring my Steam Replay 2025 receipts to show the actual hours behind my favorite

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00:59:35

Night City to New York: Cyberpunk Verdicts & Award Hype

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2025/12/22

From the neon-soaked streets of Dogtown to the heart of the Big Apple—we’re back! This week, I’m finally sharing my 10/10 verdict on Cyberpunk 2077: Phantom Liberty and explaining why taking a "slow burn" approach changed everything.Plus, Frank and I break down the 2026 NYVGA Nominees and dive into the heated controversy surrounding the disqualification of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Where exactly is the line for AI in game development?🚨 NEW THEME REVEAL: We’ve officially updated The

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01:30:41

TGA 2025

The Scroll ·

2025/12/16

We sat down to cover The Game Awards 2025, and it turned into the Clair Obscur show.This week on The Scroll, I’m joined by Frank and special guest Brad ("Brad's Burgers") to break down the winners, the world premieres, and the absolute chaos of Thursday night. We cover the historic sweep by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and debate if it was a deserved domination or if Kingdom Come: Deliverance II got robbed.In this episode:The Sweep: Reaction to Clair Obscur taking home GOTY, RPG,

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00:44:10

Vampires, Vice City, and The Veilguard Verdict

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2025/12/08

This week, LilacBoots and Frank dive deep into an accidental theme: Urban Fantasy & Supernatural Horror. From 80s demons invading Arizona to a hotel run by serial killers, the universe clearly wants us to fight monsters this week. We also discuss the fallout of the GTA VI delay, why stock prices are ruining 2025, and Boots delivers a fiery #BootsToTheFace to the media coverage of Dragon Age Day.(Plus: A live fact-check on Fortnite that proves time is a flat circle).

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00:55:10

Discord Snitches, Broken Deals, and LEGO Horizons

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2025/12/02

Free Games & DLC: Check out The Loot Drop for the new PlayStation Plus Essentials, including LEGO Horizon Adventures and Neon White, plus Marvel Cosmic Invasion hitting Xbox Game Pass.The Saudi Slump: We follow up on the massive EA acquisition deal, discussing the new reports that the Saudi-led consortium is "cash poor" and what that means for potential massive layoffs at EA.The Snitch: Rockstar Games is under fire after firing over 30 employees for talking about work conditions and

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00:35:21

The Awards Are Rigged: GTA 6 Pressure & TGA Jury Snubs

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2025/11/25

In this awards season special, Frank and Lilac Boots dive into gaming's top honors!Joystick Winners: We celebrate the Golden Joystick Awards, where Clair Obscure and Ghost of Tsushima earned top prizes. The hosts praise the ceremony's focus on actual gaming achievement.The Snub: Frank argues that the Twisted Metal adaptation was unfairly ignored by both the Golden Joystick and The Game Awards (TGA) in the Best Adaptation category.TGA Talk: The crew breaks down the TGA nominations,

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00:51:04

Rockstar's Union Bust & Valve's New Console

The Scroll ·

2025/11/17

Rockstar's Union Bust & Valve's New Console. We dissect the industry's collapse: Why consoles are obsolete, the brilliance of the Steam Machine, and the Rockstar union busting lawsuit. Plus, the #BootstotheFace rant on the TwitchCon assailant and Greg Ellis.

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00:43:56

$80 Games & Broken Devs: The EA Boycott, Console...

The Scroll ·

2025/10/27

Frank and Lilac Boots are back to break down the corporate crises that are defining the modern gaming landscape.The Sims Exodus: Following the Saudi-backed EA buyout, Simmers like Lilsimsie, Plumbella, and James Turner have quit the EA Creator Network over moral and ethical conflicts. Lilac Boots questions why the Sims dev team is using a massive November 4th bug-fix update as a crisis management tactic after the fact.The Console Crisis: Is it worth buying any console right now? We dissect the value

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01:33:36

The $55 Billion Problem: EA’s Debt, Ubisoft’s KKK...

The Scroll ·

2025/10/14

In a massive, high-stakes episode, Frank and LilacBoots break down the corporate chaos threatening to reshape the gaming industry forever.The $55 Billion Question: Electronic Arts is officially going private in the largest leveraged buyout in history. We analyze the mountain of debt and what this financial move means for the future of AAA game development and fan monetization.The Cowardly Cancellation: A stunning report reveals Ubisoft scrapped a post-Civil War Assassin’s Creed (starring a Black

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00:51:21

Gaming's Crossroads: Unions, Betas, and Leaks

The Scroll ·

2025/08/18

We're back with a brand new episode of The Scroll! Join us as we recount our time with the Battlefield 6 beta and give our honest verdict on whether it lives up to the hype. We also dive into some major industry news, including Blizzard's SFD team becoming the first in-house cinematic, animation, and narrative studio in North America to unionize. We'll also discuss the leaked info on the ROG Xbox Ally and touch on the controversy surrounding the Roblox CEO. As always, we've got all

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00:31:07

Battlefield 6 Beta, Banned Games, and Swiping Right...

The Scroll ·

2025/08/11

This week on The Scroll, we tried to go boots-on-the-ground with the Battlefield 6 Open Beta, but the servers had other plans! We break down the chaotic launch, the massive queue times, and why some of us couldn't even get into the fight. Frank managed to sneak past the server errors for a little while, and he's here to share his very first impressions from his limited playtime. We discuss whether this messy launch is a bad omen for the game or just a bump in the road.Then, we tackle a major

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00:56:48

The $200 Million Mistake

The Scroll ·

2025/08/05

This week, we break down Warner Bros.' shocking $200 million loss on Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League and discuss why they're gambling on another live-service game. Next, we tackle Sony's lawsuit against Tencent over an alleged Horizon 'clone' and debate the line between inspiration and imitation.Finally, we compare strategies in the ecosystem war: Sony celebrates its legacy with classic PlayStation Plus games while Xbox looks to the future with cloud streaming for games you already own. We

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