The Press Start Podcast
The Press Start Podcast is a weekly show about video games. Each episode features the hosts discussing the latest gaming news and new releases in depth. The conversation is informal and focused on the games industry.
Episodes
Why We Gave the Ocarina of Time Remake a 10/10 | The Press Start Podcast
Harry gave The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake a perfect 10 in his Press Start review, and on this episode of The Press Start Podcast he explains why Nintendo's Switch 2 reimagining of the N64 classic earned the score, from its new art style and voiced cutscenes to its modernised controls.
We also dig into reports that EA shut down BioWare and cancelled Mass Effect to make Star Wars Battl
RIP BioWare, Hello Elder Scrolls 6: Sentinel | The Press Start Podcast
EA has shut down BioWare and cancelled the next Mass Effect, and we're asking how the studio behind Dragon Age and Mass Effect ended up here after EA's Saudi buyout. Plus, The Elder Scrolls 6 is reportedly called Sentinel and set in Hammerfell, GTA 6 gameplay surprisingly appears in South Park.
Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:32 BioWare Closing
00:10:33 Can Arkane Finish Blade?
00:17:57 GTA VI in S
AI Just Broke Gaming And Xbox Is All In | The Press Start Podcast
Final Fantasy Resonance brings Final Fantasy to HD-2D, and we give our verdict on Square Enix's turn-based JRPG. Plus, AI-powered game ports, mashups and jailbreaks have exploded online and Xbox has responded with Xbox Labs, while GTA 6's launch trailer drops ahead of its 19 November release, with a PC version reportedly coming in early 2027.
Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:31 Final Fantasy Resonan
Could the Ocarina of Time Remake Be the Definitive Zelda? | The Press Start Podcast
We went hands-on with The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake for Nintendo Switch 2 ahead of its November 5 launch, playing from Kokiri Forest and the Great Deku Tree through to the Forest Temple. Plus, Harry reviews Castlevania: Belmont's Curse, we dig into Marvel's Wolverine's surprising PS5 disc sales, Xbox's new XP film and TV division and Paramount's Cyberpunk 2077 movie, and debate wheth
Xbox Admits It Was in "Free Fall"... Can Helix Save It? | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox CEO Asha Sharma says Xbox was in free fall before this year's restructure, and the team debates whether Project Helix, a console-first "family of devices", and a refocused Game Pass can win players back. Plus GameStop's $1,400 used PS5 Pro price ahead of GTA 6, a mixed verdict on Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, and the latest Uncharted 5 rumours, including Nolan North saying he'd return a
Star Wars Galactic Racer Is the Podracing Game We Waited 20 Years For | The Press Start Podcast
James has played Star Wars: Galactic Racer, the debut game from ex-Burnout developers Fuse Games, and it might be the best Star Wars racing game since Episode I Racer and Racer Revenge. We break down his review, its roguelite campaign and that brutal final act, then dig into The Witcher 3 Remastered, Ghost of Yotei: Complete Edition, more The Last of Us projects and news on Intergalactic: The Here
Halo Changed Forever As Xbox Guts Its Studios | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox's latest restructure sees Halo move to Activision, Ninja Theory face closure and a wave of studio changes, while Bungie promises to bring vaulted Destiny 2 content back and rework Marathon to win back players' trust. We also share our Silent Hill Townfall review, get into full spoilers for Zach Cregger's Resident Evil movie, and debate whether the GTA 6 Vice City Collector's Edition is worth
A Perfect Fire Emblem And Control's Riskiest Move Yet | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, the team breaks down whether Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave is the best entry in the series since Awakening, and reacts to Control Resonant's dramatic shift toward melee combat ahead of its release. Plus, Shannon reviews the new Resident Evil movie.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:32 Control Resonant Review
00:21:01 Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Review
00:34:07
Wolverine Left Us Wanting More, So Did Ocarina of Time | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, James, Brodie and Shannon give their honest reactions to Marvel's Wolverine from Spider-Man developer Insomniac Games, before diving into the week's biggest Nintendo news out of the Zelda 40th Anniversary Direct and the September Nintendo Direct, including the Ocarina of Time remake. The crew also unpacks Xbox picking up Hideo Kojima's PHYSINT from PlayS
We Reviewed Blood of Dawnwalker, Onimusha & Orbitals (Loved Every Minute) | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, James, Harry and Shannon deliver their verdicts on three of September's biggest releases — The Blood of Dawnwalker, Orbitals, and Onimusha: Way of the Sword — before diving into reactions to Rockstar's extended Grand Theft Auto VI gameplay reveal, covering the returning six-star wanted system, deeper NPC behaviour, and Jason and Lucia's evolving story. P
Star Wars Zero Company Is Incredible (Plus Gamescom & Xbox News) | The Press Start Podcast
2026 keeps on giving. This week on The Press Start Podcast we break down the Witcher 3: Remastered reveal from Gamescom Opening Night Live, along with every other major announcement from the show. We also dig into two of the year's best releases, Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy and Star Wars Zero Company, plus Rockstar's response to the Grand Theft Auto 6 leaks and Xbox's new Discs to Digital prog
Our Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave & Star Wars: Zero Company Previews | The Press Start Podcast
Harry went hands-on with Star Wars Zero Company and Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave, and the verdict might surprise you. Plus: Kingdom Hearts 4 finally gets a release window, Sony admits the PS6 still doesn't have a launch date, and Simpsons Hit & Run Remastered rumours are heating up again after a D23 slip-up. The crew also reacts to Hogwarts Legacy 2, Ghost of Yotei's new expansion, and Fortnite's S
GTA 6 Reveal Is Skipping YouTube For Netflix | The Press Start Podcast
GTA 6's extended gameplay reveal is dropping on Netflix before YouTube, Australia has banned Halloween: The Game while rolling out Xbox age verification for R18+ titles, and EA and Halo Studios are both facing fresh layoffs despite recent wins. The Press Start Podcast breaks down the biggest gaming news of the week, plus a rapid fire on Ubisoft's newly confirmed Ghost Recon game. Subscribe for wee
We Played Big Walk And It Tested Our Friendship | The Press Start Podcast
House House, the studio behind Untitled Goose Game, returns with Big Walk, a co-op puzzler built entirely around proximity chat — and a bold decision to ban traditional voice chat altogether.
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, Brodie and James debate whether that design choice is genius or a recipe for co-op chaos, and ask whether Big Walk can rise above the flood of "friend games" curre
Xbox Wants You To Watch Ads Before You Play Your Own Games | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, Shannon, James and Brodie dive into Halo Campaign Evolved, debating whether it's the definitive way to play the original Halo campaign and what that secret ending means for a possible Halo 2 remake. The crew also unpacks Xbox's new ad-supported cloud gaming test, the newly revealed God of War Laufey release date and Kratos' confirmed return, plus a rapid
Why We Gave Splatoon Raiders An 8.5 | The Press Start Podcast
This week on The Press Start Podcast, Harry gives his verdict on Splatoon Raiders, scoring Nintendo's co-op spin-off an 8.5. Ewan, Shannon and James also dig into Ryan Hurst's shock recast as Kratos in Amazon's God of War series, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen calling Sony's PS5 disc decision totally irrelevant, and Newzoo's GTA 6 pre-order projections of up to 4.5 billion dollars in week one sales. New
The Real Cost Of Xbox's Restructure Is Becoming Clear | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox's Game Pass subscriber decline, mass layoffs and the Obsidian returning to Fallout dominate the discussion this week, alongside Sony Santa Monica confirming God of War Laufey will land on disc, hinting at a 2027 release. The Press Start Podcast crew also breaks down Bethesda and Ubisoft union unrest, the future of physical media on PlayStation, and Steve Buscemi joining the Far Cry TV show ca
The Games Industry Has Officially Lost The Plot | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox is going through a massive restructure with fresh layoffs shaking the industry, and PlayStation has confirmed it's ending support for physical discs on PS5. On this episode of The Press Start Podcast, we break down what both moves mean for gamers, whether Xbox's shake-up can actually save the brand, and if the death of physical media is the beginning of the end for game ownership.
Chapters
Reacting To All The GTA 6 Hot Takes | The Press Start Podcast | The Press Start Podcast
We're breaking down the biggest GTA 6 hot takes sent in by you, the listeners. From the controversial price tag to paywalling rumors, the lack of a physical disc and no online mode at launch, we dig into whether Rockstar has gone too far this time. Hear our unfiltered reactions to GTA 6 news and price controversy.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:36 GTA VI's Price
00:07:07 When Will GTA VI Go On
The Best Way To Play Star Fox 64 Still Won't Win New Fans | The Press Start Podcast
Fox McCloud is back with a faithful remake of the beloved Star Fox 64, but does nostalgia alone make it worth your time in 2026? The Press Start Podcast team digs into whether the game delivers for longtime fans and what it means for the future of the franchise. Also this week: hands-on impressions of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy and Star Wars: Galactic Racer, plus the team reacts to PlayStatio
Xbox Is Killing Its Best Studios & Nobody Is Stopping Them | The Press Start Podcast
Xbox is sending shockwaves through the gaming industry with reports that Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games are all facing potential closure, raising serious questions about the future of first-party Xbox gaming. Rockstar has also dropped the official GTA 6 cover art ahead of pre-orders opening June 25, fuelling speculation about a November release date and what the game will cost. Pl
Our Summer Game Fest 2026 Reactions: Nintendo, XBOX & More! | The Press Start Podcast
Since the demise of E3, it’s the biggest week in gaming — Nintendo dropped a Direct packed with announcements including a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, while the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest revealed everything coming out in the months ahead.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:35 Nintendo Direct June 2026 Reactions
00:18:27 XBOX Games Showcase 2026
00:42:55 Summe
PlayStation's State of Play Had Surprises — Here's What We Think | The Press Start Podcast
Sony's PlayStation State of Play delivered a wave of announcements that have the gaming world talking, and the Press Start team breaks down every reveal, what it means for PS5 owners, and whether Sony is back on track. We also react to the Fable delay and the official announcement of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and what it could mean for the future of the franchise.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming U
007 First Light Is The Best James Bond Game In Years | The Press Start Podcast
In this episode, we break down our official 9/10 score for 007 First Light, the highly anticipated James Bond action game developed by IO Interactive. We also discuss what’s next for Bungie amongst some troubling times, and share our predictions for next week’s PlayStation State of Play.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:28 007 First Light Review
00:20:51 What's Next for Bungie
00:30:33 PlaySt
LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight is Secretly Another Arkham | The Press Start Podcast
We break down the massive review score split for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Nintendo Switch 2, our thoughts on LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and dive into the controversial gameplay changes in the upcoming Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Plus, we debate the latest PlayStation Plus price increase, Sony's shifting stance on PlayStation exclusivity, and why Bungie's Marathon is
Forza Horizon 6 Is Fantastic But More Of The Same | The Press Start Podcast
We dive into our review of Forza Horizon 6, breakdown the Nintendo Switch 2 price increase, discuss the new Xbox Game Pass Discord tier, and share our final impressions of Directive 8020.
Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:34 Forza Horizon 6 Review
00:11:35 Mortal Kombat II Review
00:21:06 Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase
00:26:43 Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition
00:31:52 Directive 8020 Review
00:41:3
Why Mixtape Is A 10 And One Of 2026's Best Games | The Press Start Podcast
We discuss why the stunning new release Mixtape earned a perfect score and stands as a top contender for the best game of 2026. The team breaks down the surprise Nintendo Direct announcement for Star Fox on Switch 2 and debates whether another remake of the N64 classic is what fans actually want. Plus we analyse the massive branding shift at Xbox as CEO Asha Sharma reveals a nostalgic new boot scr
The Truth About Why The PS5 Needs Online License Checks | The Press Start Podcast
We take a look at the recent PS5 online game license checks and why this move is actually a win for digital security. We also discuss game development maybe need more contract work, more changes at Xbox and our preview of Directive 8020.
Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:30 PS5 Online Game Checks
00:06:49 Contract Work in Video Games
00:18:12 More Changes at Xbox
00:27:08 Directive 8020 Preview
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Why Saros is an Unmissable 9.5/10
We discuss our 9.5 out of 10 review of Saros, the latest PlayStation masterpiece and new front-runner for Game of the Year 2026. Brodie also previews Yoshi and The Mysterious Book, we unpack the reveal of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced and discuss Xbox Game Pass getting cheaper!
Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:30 Saros Review
00:16:00 Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Revealed
00:25:1
Why Tomodachi Life is the Most Chaotic Nintendo Game Ever Made | The Press Start Podcast
We kick things off with our review of the weird and wonderful Tomodachi Life Living the Dream before diving into the high-stakes release of Capcom’s Pragmata. This week we also dive deep into the internal turmoil at Microsoft as Pete Hines breaks his silence on the mismanagement of Bethesda and the shifting value of Xbox Game Pass. Join us for a heated breakdown of why Xbox exclusivity is being re
Sony Is Reaching A Breaking Point With These PS5 Prices | The Press Start Podcast
Sony has officially announced a massive global price increase for the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro, leaving fans questioning the future of console gaming. We also dive into the latest Nintendo Switch 2 rumors regarding a full Zelda Ocarina of Time remake and a classic-style Star Fox revival. Join the crew as we discuss our hands-on preview of Saros from Housemarque and Brodie’s take on the legendary
NVIDIA CEO Says You’re "Completely Wrong" About AI Slop | The Press Start Podcast
NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang defends DLSS 5.0 against claims that AI is ruining game art while Bethesda finally confirms the Starfield PS5 release date for April. We also dive into Jeff Kaplan’s viral comments on toxic gaming culture and the latest system updates bringing massive power boosts to the Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation Portal.
Chapters
00:00:00 Intro
00:00:34 NVIDIA CEO Slams Gamers O
Xbox Project Helix: $1200 Console or PC Hybrid? | The Press Start Podcast
This week we unpack the bombshell reveal of Xbox Project Helix, Microsoft's next generation console that blurs the line between Xbox and PC gaming with a rumored price tag of $1,200 USD. We debate whether PlayStation's testing of dynamic pricing on the PlayStation Store is a concerning sign for digital storefronts and discuss what Shinji Mikami's new studio could be working on for their next AA to
Bungie’s Marathon Is Finally Here But Highguard Is Already Dead | The Press Start Podcast
Bungie finally drops their extraction shooter Marathon while we dissect the shocking 45 day lifespan and shutdown of Highguard. We also dive into the massive Pokemon 30th Anniversary reveals including the record breaking Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 2 and the Gen 10 announcement of Pokemon Winds and Waves. Our team weighs in on whether the era of live service failures is finally coming to a head or i
Phil Spencer Retires, Bluepoint Closes & Resident Evil Requiem Review | The Press Start Podcast
On this week's episode, we provide an in-depth Resident Evil Requiem review and discuss the fallout of Sony shutting down Bluepoint Games. We analyze the retirement of Phil Spencer as Xbox CEO and what it means for the future of Microsoft Gaming. Finally, we celebrate the news of Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen finally coming to the Nintendo Switch.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:32 Xbox Chan
Highguard Ending Already? Give It A Chance | The Press Start Podcast
This week we dive into the controversy surrounding Highguard's rocky launch and plummeting player base, debating whether gamer culture and rage baiting are to blame or if the game simply failed to find its footing. We also break down the shadow-dropped 2D action game God of War: Sons of Sparta and whether it lives up to expectations, plus discuss the announcement of a God of War Trilogy Remake and
Is Horizon Hunters Gathering A Huge Mistake? | The Press Start Podcast
This week we dive into the polarizing reveal of Horizon Hunters Gathering and its radical new art style before recapping every major announcement from the February Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase including the arrival of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2. We also share our full reviews for the chaotic Mario Tennis Fever and Suda51s bizarre new action title Romeo Is A Dead Man plus a breakdown
PlayStation Handheld Leaks & GTA 6 Physical Edition News | The Press Start
Join us this week as we dive into the rave reviews for Cairn and share our first-hand experience with this challenging survival climber. We also discuss the latest PlayStation handheld rumors regarding an OLED Portal and the standalone RDNA 5 portable, alongside the news that GTA 6 may skip a physical release at launch. Plus, we check in on our 2026 Fantasy Critic draft and the latest updates for
Predicting 2026's Highest Rated Games: Fantasy Critic Draft | The Press Start Podcast
We are drafting our official 2026 Fantasy Critic league to predict which video games will dominate the review scores this year. Join the crew as we bid on massive titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and Resident Evil Requiem while hunting for the best indie sleeper hits of 2026. This episode covers our full draft strategy for a winning Fantasy Critic season and our boldest predictions for the years be
The End of EB Games? NZ Stores Shutting Doors Forever | The Press Start Podcast
We break down the generative AI controversy hitting Larian Studios and Sandfall Interactive, exploring the backlash against Baldur's Gate 3 and the award disqualification of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Plus, we analyze the sudden closure of all EB Games stores in New Zealand and discuss the potential future impact on the Australian retail market.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:50 Actor Pla
Gaming in 2026: GTA 6 Delay, God of War & Half-Life 3? | The Press Start Podcast
In this episode, we break down our biggest gaming predictions for 2026, discussing whether Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit its release date or face another delay. We also dive into the future Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup, rumors surrounding a new God of War and BioShock cancellation, and the possibility that Half-Life 3 could finally return this year.
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00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:24 What W
2025 Year in Review: Best Games & Biggest Surprises | The Press Start Podcast
We count down our personal Top 5 Games of the Year for 2025, discussing the biggest AAA releases, indie gems, and the impact of the Nintendo Switch 2 launch. We also look back at our 2025 gaming predictions from the start of the year to see which hot takes aged well and which were completely wrong. From GTA 6 to Hollow Knight: Silksong, join us for the ultimate 2025 Game of the Year (GOTY) wrap-up
The Game Awards 2025: All Winners & Biggest Reveals | The Press Start Podcast
We break down the biggest night in gaming, covering every major reveal from The Game Awards 2025, including the massive Control: Resonant, Resident Evil Requiem, Megaman and Tomb Raider announcements. We also discuss the complete list of winners and debate whether Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 deserved to take home the Game of the Year award over heavy hitters like Hollow Knight Silksong and Hades I
The Game Awards 2025 Predictions: GTA 6, Resident Evil, & Surprise Reveals | The Press Start Podcast
The Game Awards are just around the corner, and the gang share their bold predictions for what's set to be revealed. Will we finally see GTA 6 on Nintendo Switch 2? Is Resident Evil 9 ready to show Leon? Could Control 2, Judas, or even Half-Life 3 make an appearance? We debate the likelihood of a God of War side-scrolling game, Death Stranding 2 coming to PC day-and-date, Marathon's re-reveal, and
Buy It Now or Pay Double? The Gaming Price Crisis Escalates | The Press Start Podcast
The DRAM shortage is the latest crisis impacting the cost of gaming. As the price of consoles, PCs and games skyrocket, we ask: when does it stop? We also wind the clock back to last week’s Xbox Partner Showcase, discuss the announcement of a Far Cry TV adaptation, and debate when Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet is actually going to come out if not 2026.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:43
The Best Games of 2025 Are Launching... Now? | The Press Start Podcast
The gang share their reviews of Kirby Air Riders and Dispatch, discuss our previews of Metroid Prime 4 and Resident Evil: Requiem, and react to the nominees for this year’s Game Awards.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:29 Food In Focus
00:04:02 Kirby Air Riders Review
00:11:26 Dispatch Review
00:21:34 Metroid Prime 4 Preview
00:32:24 Resident Evil Requiem Preview
00:42:17 Game Awards 2025 Pre
Valve's NEW Steam Machine, Steam Frame & Controller! | The Press Start Podcast
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:30 Valve's New Hardware: Steam Machine, Steam Controller & Steam Frame
00:17:50 Horizon Steel Frontiers and Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble
00:26:19 Grand Theft Auto 6 Delayed: Will It Come Out in 2026 for Sure?
00:35:26 Possessor(s) Review: 2025's Best Metroidvania?
00:40:59 Lumines Arise Review: Puzzle Game of the Year Contender
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Arc Raiders is a Must-Play Co-op Shooter | The Press Start Podcast
We’re sold on Arc Raiders, the new sci-fi, co-operative extraction shooter amassing popularity. We also share our thoughts on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Fortnite’s Simpsons event, the future of Rockstar Games and Metroid Prime 4.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:47 Exploring Arc Raiders: A New Extraction Shooter
00:09:47 Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Review
00:12:16 Hyrule W
Halo On PlayStation 5: Could This Save The Franchise? — The Press Start Podcast
Halo Campaign Evolved is a remake of the first game’s iconic singleplayer campaign and makes the long-anticipated jump to PlayStation for the first time. What once never seemed possible is now a reality. We debate what it might mean for the future of Xbox, discuss Remedy’s woes and unpack the updates for Fallout 4, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Fortnite and Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora.
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Our Ninja Gaiden 4 Review, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, Ball x Pit & Keeper — The Press Start Podcast
The gang discuss our Ninja Gaiden 4 review, as well as Pokémon Z-A, BALL x PIT and Keeper reviews. We also react to an unpopular gaming opinion: camping is a fair tactic.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:43 Ninja Gaiden 4
00:09:24 BALL x PIT Review
00:15:40 Pokémon Legends: Z-A Review
00:21:35 Keeper Review
00:30:16 Games from PAX AUS to Wishlist
00:32:37 UNPOPULAR GAMING OPINION: Camping is
PlayStation And AMD Tease The PS6 — The Press Start Podcast
Regrouping after PAX Australia 2025, the gang discuss the tech that’s powering the PlayStation 6 (and a potential 2028 release date), our review of Battlefield 6 and Sandfall Interactive’s next game after Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:47 UNPOPULAR GAMING OPINION: Are AAA games less interesting?
00:07:41 PlayStation 6 Teased By Lead Architect
00:20:20 Battlefiel
Defending the Xbox Game Pass Price Increase — The Press Start Podcast
Xbox has increased the prices of Xbox Game Pass. We ask, “was it necessary?” We also discuss what’s next for Halo, James’ review of Yooka-Re-Playlee, a rumoured update to the PlayStation 5 Dualsense controller, and the resurrection of Amazon Luna.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:28 Unpopular Gaming Opinion: Red Dead Better Than God Of War?
00:04:58 Xbox Game Pass Price Increase
00:21:06 What
PlayStation State of Play: Wolverine, Saros & More! — The Press Start Podcast
PlayStation hosted a huge State of Play in the week with Wolverine and Saros the big showpieces. The gang get together to discuss the announcements as well as the EA acquisition, Forza Horizon 6 reveal,Xbox Ally prices, and our reviews of Hades II and Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Remastered.
Chapters
00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:57 Unpopular Gaming Opinion: First-Person Platforming
00:05:52 Wolverine
Ghost of Yotei Review — The Press Start Podcast
The gang’s been busy playing Ghost of Yotei, Silent Hill f and Dying Light: The Beast, getting together to share their reviews. We also react to the latest trailer giving another look of Kojima’s upcoming horror project, OD Knock, and more!
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00:00:00 Coming Up
00:00:51 OD Knock Trailer Reaction
00:08:37 Ghost of Yotei Review
00:25:31 Silent Hill f Review
00:39:55 Dying Light: The Beas
Nintendo Are Back! Nintendo Direct Reactions — The Press Start Podcast
After Nintendo's longest Nintendo Direct EVER, the gang gets together to share their thoughts on Super Mario Galaxy, Metroid Prime 4, Pokémon Pokopia and more. They also weigh in on Nintendo patenting game mechanics and Brodie shares his review of Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants. Oh, and James continues to invent rules for his new game... What The Jamzy?!
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Our Hollow Knight: Silksong Review So Far — The Press Start Podcast
After breaking multiple digital storefronts, we've spent a week with Hollow Knight: Silksong. We share our thoughts, hypothesise about Perfect Dark making a comeback and weigh in on another unpopular gaming opinion
Chapters
00:00 Coming Up
01:33 What We've Been Playing
06:00 iPhone 17 Announcement
09:12 Anthem Was Underrated
13:59 Hollow Knight: Silksong Review So Far
23:21 Perfect Dark Could
Our Cronos: The New Dawn Review And 007 First Light Reactions — The Press Start Podcast
Brodie's played (and loved) Cronos: The New Dawn. We unpack his review, react to the 007 First Light gameplay reveal and discuss the PlayStation 6 portable rumours. 00:00 Coming Up00:57 Ewan's Back04:29 Hollow Knight: Silksong08:04 Controversial Video Game Opinion14:05 Cronos: The New Dawn28:07 007 First Light35:30 PlayStation 6 Portable Rumours43:28 Call of Duty Movie51:23 Kojima Reveals Next Pro
Hello MARIO! - The Press Start Podcast
The gang are back with another episode of The Press Start Podcast! This week there's many reviews and previews to go over from the team, as well as discussing the new free Nintendo app, and some big gaming news for Hollow Knight and Forza Horizon!https://youtu.be/nohMiNnNaR400:00 Coming Up 01:08 Unpopular Opinion15:01 Metal Gear Solid: Delta Snake Eater Review24:16 Kirby: Forgotten Land - Star Cro
What Was Announced At Gamescom 2025 - The Press Start Podcast
Big show this week chatting about the Nintendo Kirby Direct as well as everything announced at Gamescom 2025. The crew also has some reviews to share on Drag & Drive and Dead Take, and we play everyone's favourite 'What the Wiki'. https://youtu.be/CAzTrAeHQUQ 00:00 Coming Up 01:38 Unpopular Opinion 10:22 Nintendo Direct: Kirby Air Riders 20:00 What Was Announced At Gamescom 2025 41:00 Dra
Little Kitty Is Back! - The Press Start Podcast
Brodie's favourite Indie game, Little Kitty, Big City is back! We discuss the recent Nintendo direct showcases, the cancellation of Contraband, whether there's a prejudice against turn based RPGs, the bleak future of Bioshock and play everyone's favourite 'What the Wiki'.https://youtu.be/ur8IW-kF2I8 00:00 Coming Up01:15 Unpopular Opinion: Should You Play Horror Games With Friends?05:54 Ninten
Has WB Learned Nothing From The Suicide Squad Disaster? — The Press Start Podcast
A job ad has indicated Rocksteady are making another live service game, but surely not after Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League, right? We dicuss the news as well as Xbox flip-flopping on game prices, Battlefield making a comeback and the Nintendo Switch 2 smashing sales records. Update: We mistakenly associated the WB job ad with a role at Rocksteady. Whilst the podcast conversation has been
Our Assassin's Creed Netflix TV Show Ideas — The Press Start Podcast
With us all having played some Donkey Kong Bananza, we keep talking about one of the year's best games before sharing ideas for the Assassin's Creed TV show coming to Netflix, and react to the Mortal Kombat 2 trailer. 00:00 Coming Up01:01 Our First Weekend With Donkey Kong Banaza14:11 The Drifter Review20:01 Shadow Labyrinth Review26:41 Assassin's Creed TV Show Predictions34:28 Mortal Kombat 2 Rea
Our Donkey Kong Bananza Review — The Press Start Podcast
We unpack our 10/10 review of Donkey Kong Bananza and why it's better than Super Mario Odyssey. Brodie also shares his thoughts on Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4, we react to The Legend of Zelda cast announcement and the Ghost of Yotei State of Play. 00:00 Coming Up01:01 Pokémon Presents Predictions03:26 Donkey Kong Bananza Review26:58 Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4 Review36:50 The Legend of Zelda Movi
Xbox Layoffs & Game Cancellations: Is Microsoft Leaving Gaming? — The Press Start Podcast
After another week of significant layoffs and game cancellations across Xbox's studios, we're left asking: 'What's next for Xbox?' On this episode of The Press Start Podcast, we unpack and assess Microsoft's recent decisions and the future of Xbox gaming. We also discuss the potential of Helldivers 2 coming to Xbox and Neil Druckmann's departure from HBO's The Last of Us TV show. 00:00 Coming Up00
Our Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Review — The Press Start Podcast
We share our review of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, with James going in-depth about the game, how it evolves from the first and how it appeals to both fans and newcomers. Brodie also shares his review of Slowclap's new game, post-Sifu, Rematch, and we weigh in on Xbox's next console being essentially a PC. 00:00 Coming Up00:51 Death Stranding 2 Review28:48 Rematch Review37:58 The Next Xbox49:3
Our Summer Game Fest 2025 Reactions Including RE9 And The Xbox Handheld — The Press Start Podcast
It's our first weekend with the Nintendo Switch 2, and Summer Game Fest has been hitting us with a ton of exciting announcements. We react to all the showcases and the reveal of Resident Evil 9, the Xbox ROG Ally handheld, and more! 00:00 Coming Up00:36 Nintendo Switch 2 First Weekend10:34 Summer Game Fest Reactions45:02 Resident Evil 9 Trailer Reactions55:21 Xbox ROG Ally59:27 Most Anticipated Ga
Our Summer Game Fest 2025 Predictions — The Press Start Podcast
Summer Game Fest kicks off later this week, so we get our predictions in about what we think/hope will be announced. Brodie shares his Mario Kart World review-in-progress, and Nintendo Switch 2: Welcome Tour. We also react to the cancellation of Black Panther and People Can Fly's two games. 00:00 Coming Up00:58 Summer Game Fest 2025 Predictions22:56 Mario Kart World Review-In-Progress38:49 Nintend
Elden Ring Nightreign Review — The Press Start Podcast
We played Elden Ring Nightreign and are very surprised by the game! We unpack our thoughts on the game, discuss the challenge of Soulslike games and Lies Of P adding new difficulty options, and how we're feeling with one week to go until the Nintendo Switch 2 comes out. 00:00 Coming Up00:42 Elden Ring Nightreign Review26:24 Lies Of P gets new difficulty modes35:30 The Nintendo Switch 2 comes out i
What's Happening At Kojima Productions, Naughty Dog & Haven Studios? — The Press Start Podcast
On this episode of Press Start's weekly video game discussion podcast, we discuss Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, Doom: The Dark Ages, Jade Raymond leaving Haven Studios, the spiritual successor to Metal Gear, and Naughty Dog's unannounced new game. 00:00 Coming Up00:55 Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Review06:42 Doom: The Dark Ages Success13:22 Jade Raymond Leaves Haven Studios19:52 Hideo Koji
DOOM: The Dark Ages Is GOOD Different (Review) — The Press Start Podcast
We've all played some DOOM: The Dark Ages and (mostly) LOVE the game. We do a deep dive on how the game differs from the DOOM games before it, Brodie previews Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3+4, Shannon and Ewan have a special, in-depth Tech Time with Shannon discussing the insane new ROG Strix Scar 18 gaming laptop, and we unpack the latest Square Enix and Mario movie news. 00:00 Coming Up02:29 Tony
Death Stranding 2: On The Beach Preview (New 4K Gameplay Footage)
In this bonus Press Start Podcast episode, James shares his experience travelling to Kojima Productions to play Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, avoiding spoilers. 00:00 What Did You Get To Play?02:17 General Impressions04:08 Differences Between Death Stranding 1 and 205:58 Australia In DS210:33 Aussie Cameos14:39 Changing Landscape17:45 The Story Of Death Stranding 224:01 Core Themes Of Death Str
The Grand Theft Auto 6 Delay Is GOOD NEWS — The Press Start Podcast
We finally have a release date for Grand Theft Auto VI, and it's later than we thought it would be, but that's good news as far as we're concerned! We react to the new trailer, discuss the week's worth of Xbox news and share our honest opinion on the Borderlands State of Play. 00:00 Coming Up02:05 Revisiting the Resistance Games03:59 GTA 6 Delay16:58 Gears of War Remaster21:27 Oblivion Remastered
Why Is The Nintendo Switch 2 Selling Out? — The Press Start Podcast
Nintendo Switch 2 pre-orders sold out in Japan and the United States, but it remains available here in Australia. We wonder why and discuss Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, FBC Firebreak, Sydney Sweeney being cast in Split Fiction and EB Games selling retro consoles. 00:00 Coming Up 01:38 Visiting Kojima Productions 04:36 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is A Hit 09:38 Switch 2 Sells Out In Japan And
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Is A Must-Play RPG — The Press Start Podcast
This week, Harry joins the show to discuss his review of Clair Obscur: Expedtion 33. 00:00 Coming Up01:23 Gamecube Controllers02:22 Oblivion Remaster Shadow Drop06:35 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review15:28 Tron Catalyst19:30 Ghost of Yotei Release Date Confirmed26:16 The Last Of Us S2E2 Reactions33:18 Rapid Fire Question34:45 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's week
And Now The PlayStation 5 Is More Expensive — The Press Start Podcast
This week, PlayStation increased the price of the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation Plus in Australia. We unpack why, and what it means for the future of video games, as well as reacting to the Marathon reveal and Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion rumours. 00:00 Coming Up01:06 The Last of Us Season 2 Episode 1 Review06:51 PlayStation Price Increases19:09 Marathon Reveal30:15 New Games40:38 Rapid Fire43:51 Wh
Breaking Down the Nintendo Switch 2’s High Price — The Press Start Podcast
We've played the Nintendo Switch 2 and weighed in on whether the new console's expensive price is fair. Shannon shares his hands-on impressions and Nintendo Switch 2 game previews. We also chat about Hades 2 being exclusive, the Xbox Showcase, the AFL 26 announcement, and a Minecraft Movie review. 00:00 Coming Up 01:04 A Minecraft Movie Review04:17 Nintendo Switch 2 Pricing21:36 Hands-On Impr
Talking South of Midnight With Compulsion Games — The Press Start Podcast
In the lead up to South of Midnight, we were fortunate enough to speak with members of the Compulsion Games team about the upcoming action-adventure Xbox exclusive and how they went about building a handcrafted world embedded in Southern Gothic folklore. We were joined by Jasmin Roy, Game Director for South of Midnight, and Chris Fox, who serves as the game’s Audio Director. South of Midnigh
We Can't Wait For The Nintendo Switch 2 (Reactions) — The Press Start Podcast
Having stayed up most of the night to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, we unpack all the announcements, including the price, release date, tech specs and launch lineup. Brodie also shares his review of South of Midnight and preview of Doom: The Dark Ages. 00:00 Coming Up01:16 Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders03:44 Nintendo Switch 2 Release Date05:58 Nintendo Switch 2 Price15:02 Nintendo Switch 2 Tec
Silent Hill F Not Refused Classification After All — The Press Start Podcast
After a listing noted that Silent Hill F had been refused classification in Australia, the Australian Classification Board responded to our request for comment. What does it mean for the game's release in Australia? We explore the ever-changing Australian regulatory landscape, review Atomfall and ponder what might be in store this year for God of War on this episode of The Press Start Podcast. 00:
Assassin's Creed Shadows Review Discussion — The Press Start Podcast
We've all played Assassin's Creed Shadows, the long-anticipated AC game set in feudal Japan, and discuss our review of the game. We also discuss AI replacing actors in video games and the Nintendo Switch 2 launch possibly being the biggest gaming launch ever. 00:00 Coming Up01:02 Silent Hill F Trailer Reaction06:06 Assassin's Creed Shadows Review Discussion29:53 AI In Video Games38:54 Nintendo Swi
