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Quality Control

Polygonwww.polygon.com
Senior reporter Charlie Hall and guides editor Dave Tach host in-depth conversations each week about the latest games, movies, comics, and gear reviewed and recommended by the Polygon team. Produced by Polygon and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Episodes

The state of Destiny 2

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic about a new game, movie or piece of gear. In this week’s episode, Charlie Hall and Dave Tach talk about the state of Destiny 2 in the wake of the Warmind expansion. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 15, 201825 minEp. 161

Free Comic Book Day

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic about a new game, movie or piece of gear. This week’s episode is a special preview of the newest comics from DC and Marvel, just in time for Free Comic Book Day this Saturday, May 5. Joining host Charlie Hall is Polygon’s comics editor, Susana Polo. If you're headed out for FCBD, here's a cheat sheet with all the upcoming comics we mentioned in this episode. Be sure to check out Susana's series on the best #1 comic each week....

May 03, 201833 minEp. 160

Avengers: Infinity War

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? This week, Polygon's Susana Polo and Dave Tach discuss Avengers: Infinity War. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 27, 201848 minEp. 159

Nintendo Labo

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon's Simone de Rochefort and Brian Gilbert stop by to discuss their time with the Nintendo Labo line of games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Apr 19, 201826 minEp. 158

God of War

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon's Dave Tach joins host Charlie Hall to discuss God of War. Also, be sure to read Polygon's review, written by Chris Plante. Learn more about your ...

Apr 12, 201821 minEp. 157

Ready Player One

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon's Ross Miller joins host Charlie Hall to discuss Ready Player One. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Apr 05, 201818 minEp. 156

Far Cry 5

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon's Ben Kuchera joins host Charlie Hall to discuss the first few hours of Far Cry 5. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch...

Mar 28, 201832 minEp. 155

Sea of Thieves

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon's Russ Frushtick joins co-host Dave Tach to discuss his time with Sea of Thieves. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho...

Mar 23, 201831 minEp. 154

Where The Water Tastes Like Wine

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, deputy new editor Allegra Frank joins host Charlie Hall to discuss her time with Where The Water Tastes Like Wine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Mar 01, 201821 minEp. 153

Metal Gear Survive, part 2

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Mike McWherter joins guest host Dave Tach to discuss his review of Metal Gear Survive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

Mar 01, 201835 minEp. 152

Super NT

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s editor-in-chief Chris Grant joins host Charlie Hall to discuss his review of the Analog NT, which you can read right here. Learn more about your...

Feb 15, 201819 minEp. 151

Monster Hunter: World

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Chelsea Stark joins co-host Charlie Hall to discuss her review of Monster Hunter: World. https://www.polygon.com/2018/1/26/16934076/monster-hunt...

Jan 31, 201820 minEp. 150

Dragon Ball FighterZ

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Jeff Ramos joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his review of Dragon Ball FighterZ. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...

Jan 25, 201819 minEp. 149

Metal Gear Survive

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Michael McWhertor joins Charlie Hall to discuss his preview of Metal Gear Survive. https://www.polygon.com/2018/1/17/16897202/metal-gear-survive...

Jan 19, 201819 minEp. 148

PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Chris Plante joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his review of PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Jan 04, 201823 minEp. 147

Star Wars: The Last Jedi — Part 2

Part 2 of our annual deep dive into this year's entry in the Star Wars franchise, featuring Susana Polo, Dave Tach and Ben Kuchera. Come on inside the jedi tree. We've got a few porgs roasting over the fire, and a warm cup of blue milk waiting for you. And join us next week with part two. In the mean time, check out our review: https://www.polygon.com/2017/12/12/16749732/star-wars-review-the-last-jedi-rian-johnson-luke-rey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 27, 20171 hr 34 minEp. 146

Star Wars: The Last Jedi — Part 1

Our annual deep dive into this year's entry in the Star Wars franchise, featuring Susana Polo, Dave Tach and Ben Kuchera. Come on inside the jedi tree. We've got a few porgs roasting over the fire, and a warm cup of blue milk waiting for you. And join us next week with part two. In the mean time, check out our review: https://www.polygon.com/2017/12/12/16749732/star-wars-review-the-last-jedi-rian-johnson-luke-rey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 20, 20171 hr 41 minEp. 145

Star Wars Battlefront 2 multiplayer

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Owen Good joins co-host Charlie Hall his part of the review of Star Wars Battlefront 2. https://www.polygon.com/2017/11/20/16682342/star-wars-ba...

Dec 08, 201728 minEp. 144

Xbox One X

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Samit Sarkar joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his review of the Xbox One X. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice...

Nov 30, 201726 minEp. 143

Star Wars Battlefront 2

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s guides editor Dave Tach joins co-host Charlie Hall his part of the review of Star Wars Battlefront 2. https://www.polygon.com/2017/11/20/1668234...

Nov 21, 201736 minEp. 142

Horizon Zero Dawn The Frozen Wilds

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Chris Plante joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his review of Horizon Zero Dawn: The Frozen Wilds. Learn more about your ad choices...

Nov 15, 201722 minEp. 141

Call of Duty: WWII

Please take our important survey: www.polygon.com/podsurvey In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Russ Frushtick joins Charlie Hall to discuss his review of Call of Duty: WWII. https...

Nov 08, 201726 minEp. 140

Super Mario Odyssey

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Allegra Frank joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss her review of Super Mario Odyssey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcast...

Nov 03, 201719 minEp. 139

Assassin's Creed Origins

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, senior editor Colin Campbell joins co-host Charlie Hall to discuss his review of Assassin's Creed Origins. https://www.polygon.com/2017/10/26/16547262/ass...

Oct 26, 201723 minEp. 138

Sega Genesis Flashback

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Chris Grant joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his update to our review of Sega Genesis Flashback. Learn more about your ad choices...

Oct 19, 201725 minEp. 137

Blade Runner 2049

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Julia Alexander joins co-host Charlie Hall to discuss her review of Blade Runner 2049. https://www.polygon.com/2017/10/5/16426054/blade-runner-2...

Oct 10, 201725 minEp. 136

Cuphead

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Chris Plante joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his update to our review of Cuphead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas...

Oct 05, 201724 minEp. 135

SNES Classic and Star Fox 2

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Ross Miller joins Charlie Hall to discuss his review of the SNES Classic and Star Fox 2. https://www.polygon.com/2017/9/27/16372832/snes-classic...

Sep 27, 201723 minEp. 134

Destiny 2: Part 2

In each episode of Quality Control, a Polygon editor talks to a critic after they review a new game, movie or piece of gear and allows them to add a little bit of extra context and insight. Why did they feel the way they did? What do they wish they had been able to discuss in more depth in their review? Also: Did they play it wrong? This week, Polygon’s Russ Frushtick joins editor-at-large Justin McElroy to discuss his updated to our review of Destiny 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit p...

Sep 20, 201728 minEp. 133
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