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Spectator Mode Gaming Podcast

Spectator Mode Podcast

Catch up with The Outerhaven team as they talk about news, reviews, and open table discussions regarding the video game and geek culture industry. Check out more great content at www.theouterhaven.net. Contact us at Specmode@theouterhaven.net

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All Episodes

83:29

Ep. 215 - Epic Games Drama, PS5 Price Problems & Xbox...

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2026/04/01

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 215 of Spectator Mode Podcast, we get into a rough week for the gaming industry, starting with Epic Games and how former employees were handled, and why that situation doesn’t sit right. We also break down the recent PS5 price changes and why this trend could be bad news for gamers long-term, along with Xbox quietly backing away from its “Everything is an Xbox” push. On top of that, we cover the latest Xbox Partner Preview, Matt’s experience at PAX East 2026, and w...

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76:09

Ep. 214 - Jeff Kaplan Talks Blizzard, PC Gaming Woes...

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2026/03/23

Send us Fan Mail In Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 214, we talk about what we’ve been playing, break down Crimson Desert and its approach to diversity, and discuss the current state of the PC gaming market. We also dive into Jeff Kaplan’s comments about Blizzard and game development, before wrapping things up with our reactions to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer. If you’re into gaming, industry talk, and a bit of hype, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Timestamps 00:00 – Int...

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42:23

Ep.213 - Mega Man Recast, Nagoshi Studio in Trouble,...

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2026/03/14

Send a text Spectator Mode Episode 213 is here! After talking about what we've been playing, we dive into new details on Microsoft's Project Helix, Ben Diskin's decision to walk away from Mega Man: Override over Capcom's refusal to offer a union contract, and Nagoshi Studio facing a funding crisis that could kill Gang of Dragon before it launches. 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - What we played this week (keep it to 3 games) 10:44 - Project Helix gets more details 27:48 - Ben Diskin is not contin...

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110:43

Ep. 212 - Nintendo Sues US Govt | Project Helix |...

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2026/03/07

Send a text This week on Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 212, we’re joined by Jeff Young from Analog Stick Gaming to discuss some of the biggest topics in gaming right now. We talk about Valve’s latest update on the Steam Machine, Xbox’s newly revealed Project Helix gaming device, and whether PlayStation might be walking back its push into PC gaming. We also get into the growing issue of AI-written game reviews appearing in gaming journalism and the reveal of a new Sword Art Online game. Alo...

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76:56

EP. 211 - Xbox Leadership Shakeup, EVO Controversy,...

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2026/02/24

Send a text On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 211, we discuss major Xbox shakeup as Phil Spencer retires, Sarah Bond exits, and Microsoft appoints a former AI executive to lead the brand. We also dive into the controversy surrounding North America’s biggest fighting game tournament now being owned by Saudi investors, and why much of the FGC is pushing back. On top of that, we discuss Sony shutting down Bluepoint Games, the long-awaited return of .hack, and Bungie’s aggressive new plans to com...

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75:51

Ep. 210 – Discord Goes Big Brother, Riot’s 2XKO...

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2026/02/11

Send a text In this episode of Spectator Mode 210, we break down Microsoft’s reported plans to merge PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass as part of its 2026 strategy, and what that could mean for players. We also dive into Discord’s global age-verification rollout and the privacy concerns surrounding it. On the gaming side, we debate whether Nioh 3 can stand on its own or if comparisons to Elden Ring are inevitable, react to Riot’s layoffs impacting 2XKO, and talk about the surprising comeback m...

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57:15

Ep. 209 - Xbox Developer Direct | New Dragon Ball...

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2026/02/04

Send us a text Welcome back to Spectator Mode Podcast! In episode 209 we dig into big shifts across the gaming industry, including reports that the Game Developers Conference may be seeing a drop in international attendance and what that means for developers worldwide. We also break down the latest Xbox Developer Direct, react to the Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary announcements, and revisit Highguard and what its struggles say about live service games. To wrap things up, we tackle a big questio...

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77:20

Ep. 208 - CES 2026 Impressions | Highguard Hype |...

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2026/01/24

Send us a text In Episode 208 of Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew dives into what they’ve been playing lately before shifting gears into industry talk and firsthand event coverage. Keith shares his experience attending CES 2026, including the tech, gaming hardware, and trends that caught his attention on the show floor. From there, the discussion turns to Highguard and whether anyone is truly hyped for it, followed by a serious conversation about the latest wave of gaming industry and games m...

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98:28

Ep. 207: GameStop Closes Stores | PC Gaming Just Got...

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2026/01/13

Send us a text We’re back! After taking a month-long break to recharge and deal with the holidays, the crew returns to break down a few topics that matter in the gaming world. In Episode 207, we recap 2025, talk about what we’re looking forward to in 2026, discuss the rising prices of PC RAM and GPUs and how it impacts PC gaming, and cover GameStop closing even more stores. Plus, we hit a few other topics too… because of course we still manage to go off the rails. But hey, that’s why you lo...

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Ep. 206: Valve’s Steam Machine, SteamOS, and PC Gaming

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2025/11/25

Send us a text Valve has officially revealed the new Steam Machine, and The Outerhaven breaks down everything you need to know in this bite-sized holiday episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast. Is it a PC? Is it a console? We dig into why the community is split, what Valve’s goal might be, how this fits into the growing SteamOS ecosystem, and whether this mini-PC could shake up living-room gaming, hardware expectations, pricing predictions, and where the Steam Machine fits in the modern PC ga...

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91:35

Ep. 205: Arknights Endfield Beta II Hands-On, PS...

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2025/11/19

Send us a text On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 205 we discuss about Activision stumbling with Call of Duty :Black Ops 7 and not letting players pause the single player campaign. We look at the confusing PS Portal updates that sparked a wave of comparisons to the Steam Deck. We also dive into the return of Valve's Steam Machine and what this could mean for the future of PC gaming in the living room. On a more serious note, we talk about another round of layoffs at Crystal Dynamics and how th...

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67:44

Ep. 204: TwitchCon Security concerns, Xbox Ally...

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2025/10/22

Send us a text In this week’s Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew takes on the Xbox Ally handheld controversy and TwitchCon’s ongoing security problems. We also dive into the growing wave of misinformation across gaming, highlight standout demos from Steam Next Fest October 2025, and celebrate our appearance in Absolum’s accolades trailer, which is pretty damned cool for us, as well as upcoming updates for the fantastic game. #videogames #twitchcon #absolum #theouterhaven #spectatormodepodcast #...

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22:57

Special - We Talk with Milestone About Reviving...

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2025/10/18

Send us a text Recently, we had the opportunity to speak with Milestone, the studio behind several acclaimed racing titles, about its upcoming game Screamer. Originally a PC-only arcade racer, Screamer is being completely reimagined for modern platforms. This new version blends anime-inspired visuals, unique mechanics borrowed from fighting games, and an innovative dual-stick control system that lets you drift through corners with precision. In this episode, we discuss why Milestone chose to ...

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EP. 203: Is Xbox Game Pass Still the Best Deal in Gaming

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2025/10/05

Send us a text With the announcement that Xbox is changing up Xbox Game Pass and raising prices, Keith, Jordan, Karl, and Scott discuss whether Xbox Game Pass is still the best deal in gaming or if perhaps it's time to move on from it. #xboxgamepass #videogames #gamingpodcast #rogxboxally Check out some of our video game reviews Disgaea 7 Complete Review (Nintendo Switch 2)Digimon Story: Time Stranger Review (PS5)Hell is Us Review (PS5Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles Revie...

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Ep. 202: Wolverine, ROG Ally, Code Vein 2, Nintendo...

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2025/10/01

Send us a text In this episode, the crew dives into a packed week of gaming news and industry shake-ups. We kick things off with our current playthroughs before jumping into the exciting Wolverine gameplay and Dynasty Warriors 3 Remastered reveal during Sony’s State of Play. Xbox finally confirms the long-rumored ROG Ally prices, Code Vein 2 raises release date concerns, and Nintendo of America sees a major leadership change as its president retires. We also tackle the buzz around Ananta bei...

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102:38

Ep. 201 – Marvel Fighting Souls Impressions, and...

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2025/09/19

Send us a text In Episode 201 of the Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew dives into another packed week of gaming talk. Things kick off with a discussion about what everyone’s been playing and watching before shifting into deeper topics. The team debates whether Cronos: The New Dawn has what it takes to succeed, why handheld PCs still weigh more than the Switch 2, and if PC gaming should adopt baseline hardware requirements instead of the usual minimum/recommended spec lists. The conversation he...

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100:53

Ep. 200: PAX West 2025, Ninja Gaiden 4 and the ROG...

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2025/09/03

Send us a text Episode 200 is here! We talk about the games we’ve been playing, Keith’s Rant Corner, and our big news—we’re now on Metacritic! We also cover the strange August 28th moment when Gears hit #1 on PlayStation and Helldivers 2 topped Xbox. Plus, full impressions from PAX West 2025, including the best games, highlights, and surprises from the show. #ninjagaiden4 #rogxboxally #paxwest2025 #silksong #gamingpodcast Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 01:36 - Games Played & Stuff Watched 21:2...

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65:41

Episode 199 – Silksong Hype, PS5 Price Hike, & Xbox...

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2025/08/22

Send us a text Welcome back to Spectator Mode Podcast! In episode 199, we cover the latest in gaming and give you our unfiltered thoughts. We discuss the games we’ve been playing and the shows we’ve been watching, dive into the never-ending Silksong hype, and discuss whether it’s actually worth it. Keith shares his hands-on impressions of Pragmata, Resident Evil Requiem, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword. We also break down Sony raising the price of the PlayStation 5 in the U.S., why tariffs ar...

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Ep. 197 - EVO 2025 Highlights, Dynasty Warriors 25th...

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2025/08/07

Send us a text This week on the Spectator Mode Podcast, we start with what we’ve been playing and watching lately, then celebrate the Dynasty Warriors 25th anniversary and its lasting impact on the hack-and-slash genre. We also dive into Itch.io’s decision to relist NSFW games — but only the free ones — and what that means for indie developers. From there, we tackle the controversial Online Safety Act, questioning why it’s needed and how it could affect online communities. Finally, we close o...

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Ep. 196 – Itch.io Purges NSFW Games, Sony Sues...

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2025/08/01

Send us a text In Episode 196 of the Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew returns to break down another wild week in gaming. We kick things off with what we've been playing and watching before diving into whether The Outer Worlds 2 is shaping up to be another case of Microsoft marketing misfires. From there, we explore the growing rumors around Sony potentially publishing games on Xbox, followed by our thoughts on Riot’s latest 2XKO update and whether it's too little too late. We also dive ...

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