PlayStation & XBOX's Digital-Only Downfall | Ep. 499

Our Very First Podcast...From 2013 | PlayStation 4 vs. XBOX One

#retrogaming #ps4 #xboxone Before we get to the big episode 500, let's take a look back at where it all began. Back in 2013, podcasting was still just crawling out of its primordial ooze. And for some reason, we decided to dive right into it. We soon discovered that a) podcasting is hard and b) we loved talking passionately about the things we care about. This is the start of an adventure that would lead to countless beers reviewed, conversations had, and bonds cemented. This episode is NOT good. In fact, it's packed with stutters, dead air, boring banter, and two guys in waaaay over their heads. But it was the start. Cheers to new beginnings and the fact that we've gotten at least marginally better at this thing.

PlayStation & XBOX's Digital-Only Downfall | Ep. 499

#playstation #xbox #videogamepodcast 0:00 We are so back 4:06 Marco's trip to Baltimore, UFC Freedom 250 recap & Natty Bo 15:05 PlayStation announces the end of physical game discs 39:29 The political swings that lead to anti-consumer moves 51:11 The difference between X and Twitter 54:11 Citizen Vigilante riles up Elon Musk & why it's gotten so much attention 1:04:35 Cheers of the Week: Dispatch & video games as we knew and loved them 1:13:04 Beer Review

The UFC's Fan Problem | Ep. 498

#ufcfreedom250 #tupac #kanyewest Topics of the Week: - Before UFC Freedom 250, we discussed why the fanbase this MMA monolith has cultivated is starting to turn on Dana and the company at large. - Ye, the artist formerly known as Kanye West, is touring Tampa and Senator Rick Scott is trying to get the whole shebang canceled. - Prolific Japanese game studio, RGG, is continuing to unveil its next big project, Stranger Than Heaven --- a game set in the early to mid 20th century. And apparently features a digitally resurrected Tupac Shakur. We talk the ethics of this move (or lack thereof). - Cheers of the Week: Gen Z filmmakers & Vince Staples with new album, Crybaby BotW: Duvel Tripel-Hop Belgian-Style IPA

God Of War Laufey, Zach Snyder's Return, & The Magic's New Coach | Ep. 497

#godofwarlaufey #zacksnyder #orlandomagic Topics Of The Week - Orlando Magic score a new head coach - PlayStation State of Play 2026 - Trailer Trash: Onslaught - Escape From New York is being remade by Zack Snyder - Cheers Of The Week: Jalen Brunson & the New York Knicks BOTW: Maine Beer Company Lunch IPA

The Mandalorian Fails, Game Prices Soar, & We're Getting Another COD | Ep. 496

#themandalorianandgrogu #callofduty #steamdeck Topics: - The Mandalorian And Grogu made lots of money, but failed to be the blockbuster that Star Wars needs --- falling to smaller budget, indie horror movies. - Call of Duty Modern Warfare 4 was just announced with an action-packed trailer. As two former COD fans, we talk about the differences that may make this next entry worth a look. - Speaking of gaming, Valve's oft-praised Steam Deck handheld just got a huge price increase, but it's far from the only cost hikes we've seen in video games. Is one of our favorite hobbies being priced out for everyday people? - World-renowned game studio, Rockstar, saw its workers unionize after allegations of crunch. Cheers of the Week: - The New York Knicks & Ed O'brien's Blue Morpho Beer of the Week: - Playalinda Brewing Company O'rango Tango IPA