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PlayStation Access

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We are PlayStation Access. Celebrating everything from the world of PlayStation, our podcast is dedicated to the joy of videogames; whether that's in detailed breakdowns of the latest releases or having a laugh with our brilliant community. Expect news and nonsense in equal measure.


PlayStation Access is the official YouTube channel of PlayStation UK - a vibrant, welcoming community celebrating all things PlayStation. Join us for weekly livestreams, list features and in-depth coverage on all your favourite games.


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Episodes

April Fool's Day, New Games, and Eggy Remains

April Fool's Day is upon us, so expect plenty of hijinks in this special episode all about the best pranks from PlayStation and Sony history. Join us as we highlight new games to look forward to, get into big juicy quiz action, and reminisce about awful egg-based accidents. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions for future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 01, 20231 hr 9 min

Resident Evil 4, Body Horror, and Nostril Wax

With the release of the new Resident Evil 4 just round the corner, it's time to break down what makes this remake so brilliant! Featuring plenty of Resident Evil chat from across the series, a discussion of Resi 4's phenomenal gameplay, and some body horror outside the franchise from Rob's cursed nostrils. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions for future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 18, 20231 hr 2 min

Videogame Demos, Final Fantasy 16, and Zangief's Pecs

This week, we're talking all things demos and behind-the-scenes previews. Just how does that pesky gaming sausage get made? Rosie shares her experiences with the Final Fantasy XVI demo, the origin of Rob’s passion for water graphics is revealed, and some particularly cursed singing highlights Zangief's greatest assets. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions for future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 04, 20231 hr 6 min

Destiny 2: Lightfall Special (feat. James Tsai Interview)

Destiny 2: Lightfall is coming to PS4 and PS5 on 28th February, so we're celebrating with a very special episode of the PlayStation Access Podcast. Join Rob and Nath, alongside Destiny 2 experts Zoe (@zoe_ttv) and Byf (@MyNameIsByf), as they dive into all the goodies Destiny 2 offers every kind of player, and stay tuned for an interview with Bungie Creative Director James Tsai later in the episode. Don't forget to leave your comment with #PodSquad for the chance to be read out on future pods! Ho...

Feb 25, 20231 hr 10 min

PS VR2, Indie Games, and Competitive Poetry

We can't take our hands (or faces) off the PS VR2 right now, so join us as we chat about our impressions of the latest in virtual reality hardware. Upcoming indie game favourites, the first inaugural PlayStation Access Mini Quiz, and some beautiful poetry all feature. Don't forget to leave your comment with #PodSquad for the chance to be read out on future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 18, 20231 hr 6 min

Video Game Remakes, Dead Space, and Bin Appreciation

The whole team are here to discuss what makes a great video game remake and share some of our favourites. We also have a new and improved comments of the week jingle, lots of Dead Space chat, and some good old fashioned bin appreciation. Don't forget to leave your comment with #PodSquad for the chance to be read out on future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 04, 20231 hr 10 min

The Last of Us, Video Game Adaptations, and Rob's Namesake

With the first episode of The Last of Us TV show fresh in our minds, we’re discussing our favourite videogame adaptations in film and television. We also discover that Rob is named after a character from a popular manga series, and that the #PodSquad shout-out has been getting listeners into some awkward situations... don't forget to leave your comment with #PodSquad for the chance to be read out on future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jan 21, 20231 hr 15 min

Games We Can't Wait To Play In 2023

The PlayStation Access Podcast is back for 2023! To kick things off, we’re discussing the games we’re most excited about for the year, reacting to some very wholesome comments of the week, and sharing our new year’s resolutions - or is that Rosie-lutions...? Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions for future pods! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 07, 20231 hr 6 min

Christmas Games (feat. Shuhei Yoshida Interview)

Merry Christmas everyone! This Christmas eve, we're coming straight to your ears with a very special Shuhei Yoshida interivew, a look back at nostalgic gaming memories, and our favourite Christmas traditions. Hint: they're all playing PlayStation. Have a brilliant holiday period and don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 24, 20221 hr 25 min

Game of the Year 2022

It's the most wonderful time of the year: awards season! We've had an incredible year of games of all genres, so it's time to round up the very best and celebrate our favourites. Join us as we chat about our top picks, create our own winning categories, and bring one and only Sue Blime to life. What's your 2022 Game of the Year? Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 10, 20221 hr 20 min

God of War Ragnarök Spoilercast

Join us for a breakdown of our God of War Ragnarök impressions from the emotional beginning to the even MORE emotional end. Please note this is a spoilercast, which means we'll be speaking openly about all aspects of the game - including end-game spoilers! Listen with caution if you're not ready to hear about the finale and beyond. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 07, 202250 min

Beating the Backlog, More 2022 Games, and the Pink PSP

We all have one: a backlog of games we just can never seem to find the time to tackle. Join us as the Access hosts reveal their approaches to beating the backlog, share secret santa stories, and take us on an emotional journey through the life of one ill-fated pink PSP. What games are still in your backlog that you are ashamed of? Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 26, 20221 hr 6 min

We Are Obsessed With God of War Ragnarök (feat. Eric Williams Interview)

**SPOILER FREE** God of War Ragnarök is phenomenal, and we simply have to talk about why! Join us as we discuss our first impressions of this masterpiece, chat with game director Eric Williams, and decide what we'd be the gods of should we become divine. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 12, 20221 hr 20 min

The Best Year For Horror EVER? (feat. Jen Simpkins Interview)

In this Halloween special, we share our spooky nicknames, discuss horror game highlights for 2022, and chat to Jen Simpkins, Editorial Manager at Media Molecule, about the suitably spooky Land of Lost Dreams event. Also, we discover we are not good at figuring out what acronyms mean. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 29, 20221 hr 34 min

Batman in Gaming, Gotham Knights, and Riddler Riddles

The PlayStation Access podcast is back and better than ever! We're kicking things off with a look at the influence of Batman on gaming, a talk about the upcoming Gotham Knights - complete with an interview with the game's Creative Director Patrick Redding, and Executive Producer Fleur Marty - and a far too detailed breakdown of what villains we'd personally create to infiltrate the Batman series. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments and questions! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...

Oct 15, 20221 hr 16 min

The Last of Us Part I - PlayStation Access Live Podcast Special!

The PlayStation Access Podcast is BACK with a special live episode in celebration of The Last of Us Part I. Join us and a live audience at BAFTA as we dive into all of the grisly details in this ground-up The Last of Us remake, including an interview from the Game Director himself, Matthew Gallant. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 05, 20221 hr 29 min

6. Co-op Games, Bungee Jumping, and Surprise Spiders

It's the final episode of our debut season, so we've come together to discuss all things co-op gaming, effuse about aerial stunts, and greet a kindly spider visitor. Thank you so much for joining us across our episodes so far, don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your feedback so we can come back bigger and better very soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 11, 20221 hr 23 minSeason 1Ep. 6

5. Boss Battles, Bad Wedding Advice, and Birthday Gollum

For the penultimate episode of the season, join us on a verbal adventure through our favourite boss encounters (alongside a healthy dose of weird tangents, too). Warning: may contain Gollum's rendition of Happy Birthday. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 28, 20221 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 5

4. Escapism, Lonely Games, and Identity

Escape with us into the world of... well, escapism, as we discuss videogame narratives, lonely and reflective games, and wrestle with personal identity in more ways than one thanks to some brilliant #PodSquad comments. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments, too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 14, 20221 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 4

3. Horror Games, Segway Segues, and Toilet Humour

We explore our relationship with horror games, discuss the nuances of Segways in all their forms, and pay Thomas Crapper the dues he deserves in this chaotic episode. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 30, 20221 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 3

2. Videogame Difficulty, Moving House, and... Telepathy?

Are you a tried and tested hard mode veteran, or an enjoyer of the easier things in life? Join us as we discuss videogame difficulty, reminisce on horrible moving out stories, and reveal some truly magical talents. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 16, 20221 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 2

1. Trophy Hunting, Childhood Cringe, and the Perfect Meal Deal

A hunter must hunt, even online. Trophy hunting is a massive part of our experience in gaming, but what makes the perfect platinum run? Join us as we discuss trophies, expose our most cringeworthy childhood memories, and debate what makes the ultimate lunch in our first official episode. Don't forget to use #PodSquad to send in your comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 02, 20221 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 1

0. Elden Ring Tips, Pet Food Cuisine, and Nude Robberies

Welcome to the PlayStation Access podcast! In our pilot episode, we discuss Elden Ring tips and tricks, debate the best home invasion deterrents on the market, and explore the, er, special bond we have with our pets. Let us know what you think on social media, we'd love to hear from you - use the hashtag #PodSquad to send in your comments! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 20221 hr 4 min
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