BTG and the crew hit the arcade floor with a High Score Countdown: the Top 5 fictional universes we’d actually live in (and whether we’d be heroes, villains, or happy NPCs). Then we dive into the week’s biggest stories: Nintendo’s across-the-board price changes for Switch and accessories, Microsoft’s Xbox strategy and Game Pass momentum, an ultra-limited Sonic x Timberland collab, everything you need to know about the Battlefield 6 beta timing and modes, the original Guitar Hero devs returning w...
Aug 13, 2025•1 hr 46 min•Season 3Ep. 133
In this week’s episode of After Hours Arcade (Week of 7/31/25), BTG and the crew break down the hottest gaming news and share some laughs along the way. We kick things off with our High Score Countdown , debating the Top 5 breakfast foods —no duplicates allowed! Then, we jump into the latest headlines: Nintendo’s newest Direct announcement, the IGDA’s concerns over game delistings, Atari’s acquisition of Thunderful, Microsoft’s Xbox age verification changes for the UK, and the highly anticipated...
Aug 13, 2025•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 132
This week on After Hours Arcade , BTG, Yano, and Lily break down a stacked week of gaming news! Sony makes a power move by acquiring a slice of Elden Ring publisher Bandai Namco, while Microsoft steps back from its controversial $80 game pricing. We react to the explosive Battlefield 6 reveal trailer, dive into the newly announced Avatar sequel series set after Korra , and unpack the big changes coming to Splitgate 2 . Plus, we count down our top favorite gaming genres in the High Score segment....
Jul 30, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 131
This week on After Hours Arcade , BTG and the crew dive into the hottest news in gaming and entertainment! We break down the casting news for the Zelda and Street Fighter movies, Ubisoft’s new GenAI-powered studio, and the surprising return of a long-lost RPG. Plus, reactions to the Stranger Things 5 teaser, the Mortal Kombat 2 trailer, and major drama behind Subnautica 2 . It’s time to press start!
Jul 21, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 130
This week on After Hours Arcade , the crew dive deep into a jam-packed episode filled with gaming news, heated takes, and a few surprises. We kick things off with our High Score Countdown , revealing our Top Favorite Fruits because gamers have taste, too! In the main segment, we break down Helldivers 2 jumping to Xbox , the growing buzz around Halo potentially hitting PlayStation and Switch , and the wild reveal of a Call of Duty-style open-world shooter from ex-Sony devs. Plus, we revisit GTA 6...
Jul 16, 2025•1 hr 35 min•Season 3Ep. 128
The crew return with another jam-packed episode, diving straight into the drama behind Subnautica 2 as the dev shake-up sends waves through the fanbase. Another live-service shooter bites the dust—are we surprised anymore? We break down The Best Games of 2025 (So Far) and share our own picks, and celebrate the return of Cyberpunk: Edgerunners with a new standalone sequel. Plus, King of the Hill is back for season 14 with some major casting news! In our High Score Countdown , we talk favorite alc...
Jul 15, 2025•1 hr 47 min•Season 3Ep. 129
In this jam-packed episode of After Hours Arcade , BTG and the crew dive into the latest gaming headlines and community chatter! We kick things off with a nostalgic High Score Countdown featuring our Top 5 Childhood Toys , then shift gears into the week’s most buzzworthy stories. 🎮 This week’s news lineup includes: The surprising cancellation of the Black Panther game —we break down the concept art and what the game could've been Nintendo’s new anti-scalping strategy as they gear up for the Swi...
May 30, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 127
This week on After Hours Arcade , BTG and the squad hit play on a wild mix of gaming and entertainment news! We kick things off with the disappointment (but not surprise) of the GTA 6 delay, then dive into Street Fighter’s co-creator entering the ring with a new boxing game in collaboration with Ring Magazine . Leaked images of the Asus ROG Ally 2 have us speculating about the future of handhelds, and out of nowhere, Ecco the Dolphin is swimming back into our lives with a reboot. There's also ch...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 125
In this week's episode of After Hours Arcade , BTG and the crew break down the latest chaos in the gaming world! From Nintendo’s new accessory prices and controversial Game-Key Cards to the company trying to pressure Discord into revealing leaker info — things are heating up. Plus, Xbox just got more expensive. We also take a nostalgic dive into the vault with the return of a classic PS1 game on PC and share thoughts on The Thing: Remastered and what OG Oblivion devs think about the modern touch...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Season 3Ep. 124
We’re back in the Arcade with a fresh round of game talk, hot takes, and our infamous High Score Countdown! This week, we’re ranking the Top 5 villains that were too good at being bad, and diving into the biggest headlines from the gaming world and beyond.🚨 Topics include:Nintendo delays Switch 2 pre-orders in CanadaSouth of Midnight review roundup + BTG’s first impressionsA brand-new Predator movie that might just save the franchiseThe Minecraft Movie shocks everyone with surprise box office s...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 123
Welcome back to After Hours Arcade , where gamers discuss gamer things! This week, we break down all the biggest reveals about the Nintendo Switch 2 — from its official name that almost was , to specs, launch titles, pricing, and more! 🕹️ Plus in this week's High Score Countdown , we’re ranking our Top 5 Nintendo Franchises of All Time — and trust us, some picks might surprise you! 🕗 Join us live every Thursday at 8:30 PM EST on twitch.tv/afterhoursarcade 🎧 Prefer to listen later? Search Afte...
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 43 min•Season 3Ep. 122
What’s up, gamers! Welcome back to After Hours Arcade, where gamers discuss gamer things! This week, your hosts BTGplays, Lilymasume, and Yanonick dive into the latest gaming news, including a hot rumor about the Nintendo Switch 2 launching this June, a nostalgic return of Game Informer , and Marvel’s reveal of the Doomsday Cast ! Plus, we break down everything announced at the most recent Nintendo Direct ! Stick around for our High Score Countdown , where we list our Top 5 Cartoon Shows from Ch...
Apr 01, 2025•2 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 121
Welcome back to After Hours Arcade! In this episode, we’re breaking down the Assassin’s Creed Shadows review roundup, celebrating the Split Fiction Duo’s wild hidden level victory, Plus, we talk about God of War already landing a Season 2 at Amazon and the shocking news that Power Rangers is making a comeback on Disney+! Oh—and did Ken Kutaragi really have a Nintendo PlayStation just chilling in his closet? 👀 🎙️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more gaming news, hot takes, and ...
Mar 21, 2025•56 min•Season 3Ep. 120
In this episode of After Hours Arcade , BTG, Yano, and Lily dive into the newly released Pokémon ZA trailer! We break down every detail, from the stunning visuals to potential new mechanics and Pokémon teases. Could this be the shake-up the franchise needs
Mar 07, 2025•1 hr 33 min•Season 3Ep. 117
This episode of After Hours Arcade covers the hottest gaming news, from major platform shifts to unexpected industry moves. We kick things off discussing Xbox's rumored exclusives making their way to the Nintendo Switch 2, followed by Steam potentially landing on Xbox Series X. Sega's new "brain rental" service raises eyebrows, while PlayStation Plus pivots away from monthly PS4 game offerings. We also break down Pokémon TCG Pocket's controversial trading system, Blizzard’s promise of "groundbre...
Feb 01, 2025•1 hr 31 min•Season 3Ep. 116
In this week’s episode of After Hours Arcade , we’re diving into some exciting gaming news! Join us as we break down the first-look trailer for the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2, discuss the shocking story of a Steam Early Access game halted due to its developer’s legal troubles, and explore Marvel’s Rivals’ ambitious plan to add new heroes every six weeks. Plus, we’ll share our thoughts on the world premiere of the Until Dawn movie trailer and catch up on the latest updates from Daredevi...
Jan 19, 2025•1 hr 54 min•Season 3Ep. 115
In this episode of After Hours Arcade , BTG, Yano, Lily, and share their top 10 games they played this year. From surprising indie gems to big-budget blockbusters, the crew dives into what made these games stand out, their personal highlights, and why they deserve a spot on the list. Tune in for a fun, passionate discussion packed with gaming recommendations!
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 35 min
Welcome to After Hours Arcade, where gamers discuss gamer things! In this episode, we kick off with exciting news from the PC Gaming 'Most Wanted' 2024 Showcase, highlighting three standout games you need to know about. We also dive into updates on The Last of Us Season 2, Riot's new content creator ban policy, and the cinematic brawler Spine . Plus, we discuss the controversial changes rolling out in Palworld that have the fanbase buzzing. Stick around for honorable mentions, including upcoming...
Dec 10, 2024•1 hr 40 min•Season 3Ep. 112
In this exciting episode of After Hours Arcade, the crew dives into their predictions for the upcoming Game Awards winners! Who will take home the Game of the Year crown? Will there be any surprise upsets? Join us as we break down each category, share our picks, and debate the frontrunners. We also tackle the ever-evolving world of cloud gaming—its current state, potential for the future, and whether it’s living up to the hype. Is cloud gaming the future of the industry, or just a passing trend?...
Nov 23, 2024•1 hr 25 min•Season 3Ep. 111
This Episode for November 7th, 2024, includes topics like the Mass Effect TV series, Nintendo Switch 2 features, and more
Nov 10, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 110
The episode, dated for the week of October 24, 2024, includes a planned review of the Movie Wild Robot and will cover topics such as Netflix shutting down its gaming studio, Smash Bros. creator Masahiro Sakurai leaving YouTube, and a Monster Hunter Wilds showcase.
Oct 28, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 109
On this week's episode of After Hours Arcade , we dive deep into the latest gaming news and developments! Join BTG, Yano, and Lily as they discuss everything announced at the Xbox Partner Preview in October 2024, breaking down the major reveals and surprises. We also cover the FTC’s new 'Click to Cancel' policy, which makes it easier for gamers to cancel subscription services. In other headlines, Amazon’s God of War TV series hits the reset button after losing its showrunner and producers, while...
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Season 3Ep. 108
10/10/24 On the latest episode of After Hours Arcade , BTG, Yano, Lily, and special guest RainbowKisses dive into some exciting developments in the gaming world. They explore Nintendo's brand-new alarm system and what it could mean for gamers, as well as the big news of 343 Studios rebranding to Halo Studios. Tune in for all the insights, lively debates, and unique perspectives from the crew!
Oct 18, 2024•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 107
The episode will cover gaming news topics such as a new law affecting digital game ownership, an Avatar: The Last Airbender RPG announcement, and potential releases for Final Fantasy 16 on Xbox. Other topics include a possible co-op mode for Assassin's Creed Shadows, a live-action Yakuza series trailer, and the disappearance of certain Cartoon Network shows from Max.
Oct 04, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 106
After Hours Arcade podcast episode for the week of September 26, 2024, will discuss Palworld's PS5 release delay, Monster Hunter Wilds collector's edition, Ubisoft's return to Steam, Meta's neural AR glasses, and a Sonic X Shadow Generations animated web series.*The episode will also recap the PlayStation State of Play and touch on other gaming news. Listeners can watch the show live on Twitch or listen later on podcast services.
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 105
The After Hours Arcade podcast episode for the week of September 19, 2024, covers topics such as the PS5 Pro price and 30th-anniversary editions, Nintendo Switch 2 leaks, and more. Housekeeping notes include a reminder of an event on Monday, October 5th at The Arena. The podcast features nine main topics, including discussions on PS5 Pro, Nintendo Switch 2 leaks, Pokemon suing Palworld, Black Myth: Wukong expansion, Dragon Ball Daima, a new Battle Royale Smash Bros. hybrid, Dead by Daylight spin...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 32 min•Season 3Ep. 104
The Episode for the week of August 26, 2024, features a discussion with FellsSwordGames, the Indie Developer behind the game Herobot!
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 3Ep. 103
The episode covers gaming news for the week of August 19, 2024. The hosts will discuss Black Myth Wukong, Nintendo opening a museum, and an important part of fighting game history. Other topics include Xbox Game Pass, Amazon game-related series, King of Meat, and the Heroes of Might and Magic franchise. The show notes also include a list of honorable mentions and games released today, as well as a reminder about an upcoming interview with the creator of FellsSwordGames' Herobot.
Aug 23, 2024•1 hr 37 min•Season 3Ep. 102
BTG, LilyMasume, Yanonick, and Professor Daxter discuss gaming news for the week of August 15, 2024, including topics like the rumored release date of the Nintendo Switch 2, a new multiplayer game from Valve, and the resurrection of Hi-Fi Rush and Tango Gameworks.
Aug 17, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Season 3Ep. 101
BTG and Yano discuss gaming news, including the closure of Game Informer, the poorly-received Borderlands movie, and the best video games of 2024.
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Season 3Ep. 100
