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Seasoned Gaming Bitcast

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The Bitcast is your weekly show covering the biggest topics in gaming with industry, technical, and legal insight.
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Episodes

Episode 286 : Capcom Shines Again with Dragon's Dogma 2

The guys are back - well mostly! Ains and Dan are back to chat the biggest news of the week including Dragon's Dogma 2 and Rise of the Ronin releasing, the never-ending debate on micro-transactions, updates from PAX East, and more!

Mar 27, 20241 hr 53 min

Episode 285 : The PS5 Pro and Mid-Gen Hardware are Coming

Bitcast 285 will be a unique one! With Dan traveling and Ains having a late family emergency, Hoeg and Travis are joined by friend of SG and content creator Mekel Kasanova. They chat about mid-gen hardware including the leaked PS5 Pro details and an Xbox handheld. They also catch up on a load of game news, previews, and reviews!

Mar 20, 20242 hr 3 min

Episode 284 : No Rest for the Wicked Aims to Redefine the ARPG

In Bitcast 284 the guys sit down to chat about Moon Studios' No Rest for the Wicked and how it aims to shake up the ARPG genre. They also discuss the widespread industry layoffs and state of the gaming industry, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and more.

Mar 05, 20242 hr 8 min

Episode 282 : Reports, Rumors, and Rebirth

In Bitcast 282 the guys sit down to discuss the chaos that ensued around Xbox this week and the damage that leaks and rumors have on game reporting. They also talk Helldivers 2, LaD Infinite Wealth, Skull & Bones, Suicide Squad, and more!

Feb 13, 20243 hr 9 min

Episode 281 : Suicide Squad Breaks Gaming Discourse

The guys are back and they have a LOT to discuss! Suicide Squad has finally released and ignited a wealth of passionate opinions from all angles. The guys also chat on Like A Dragon Infinite Wealth, PlayStation's State of Play, and a lot more.

Feb 09, 20243 hr 5 min

Episode 280 : Xbox Kicks Off an Exciting 2024

In Bitcast 280 the guys discuss the Xbox Developer Direct including Hellblade 2's release date, Indiana Jones, ARA History Untold, Visions of Mana, and Avowed. They also talk Diablo IV season 3, Halo's future (and ridiculous rumors), and of course Palworld. Finally, they also finish answering the community questions from episode 279!

Jan 23, 20242 hr 41 min

Episode 279 : Previewing the Games of Early 2024

In episode 279 the guys sit down to discuss the games releasing in early 2024 including SG's Prince of Persia The Lost Crown review, Palworld, Suicide Squad, and more. They also chat on the upcoming Xbox Developer Direct and finally sit down to answer the questions from the community for the panel!

Jan 16, 20242 hr 16 min

Episode 278 : Honoring the Best Games of 2023

The guys are back for 2024! In episode 278 they reflect on their favorite experiences in 2023 with the SG Honors in coordination with the SG Staff. They also touch on what they played over the holiday and what they're planning for early 2024!

Jan 09, 20242 hr 57 min

Episode 277 : End of 2023 Gaming Roundtable

In episode 277 the guys reflect on gaming as a whole as they prepare to take a couple of weeks off for the holidays. They also touch on Asgard's Wrath 2 which received Travis's first ever 10 at IGN, The Finals taking multiplayer by storm, the new "Valhalla" expansion for God of War Ragnarok, and more!

Dec 19, 20232 hr 51 min

Episode 276 : Discussing The Game Awards

In episode 276 the guys sit down to discuss every announcement from The Game Awards along with their thoughts on the show format and how it should move forward in the future. They also touch on a few new game reviews and new releases!

Dec 12, 20233 hr 14 min

Episode 275 : The Great Remake Debate

In Bitcast 275 the guy sit down to discuss the state of remakes and remasters in the gaming industry. How should they be handled, when is the right time, how should they be monetized, and more. They also talk Fortnite Season 5, Grand Theft Auto 6's incoming trailer, The Game Awards, and more!

Dec 05, 20232 hr 52 min

Episode 274 : The Forgotten Games of 2023

2023 has been arguably the greatest year for game releases ever. And that means that a lot of very good games have been overlooked or quickly forgotten. In Bitcast 274 the guys discuss some of those games including ones that warrant your attention.

Nov 28, 20232 hr 42 min

Episode 273 : Remakes, Remasters, and Games as a Service

In Bitcast 273 the guys discuss the new gameplay details of Suicide Squad : Kill the Justice League, the remaster of The Last of Us 2, and the current state of games as a service, remakes, and remasters. And most importantly, the conclude their Game Awards bet and go through all of the nominations to discuss their complaints!

Nov 21, 20232 hr 32 min

Episode 272 : The First Details of Grand Theft Auto VI

In Bitcast 272 the guys talk about the Rockstar confirmation of Grand Theft Auto VI and what we hope to see from it. They also chat on the latest Yakuza (Like a Dragon Gaiden), Mass Effect teases, Modern Warfare 3's messy launch, and a lot more.

Nov 14, 20232 hr 49 min

Episode 271 : Alan Wake 2 and Game of the Year Check-In

The guys are back! They have a lot to discuss beginning with Alan Wake 2 and how it stacks up as an all-time great. They also discuss a number of other games and reviews, check-in on their Game of the Year bet, catch up on Blizzcon and the situation with Bungie, and more!

Nov 06, 20232 hr 55 min

Bitcast 269 : How Can Xbox Incorporate Activision-Blizzard?

The biggest deal in gaming history is finally complete. So now what? The guys discuss how Xbox can incorporate Activision-Blizzard into their portfolio, what they believe will happen, and what they WANT to happen. They also discuss Lord of the Fallen reviews, Bang-On-Balls!?, and more.

Oct 17, 20232 hr 7 min

Episode 268 : Forza Motorsport and Assassin's Creed are Back!

In Bitcast 268 the fabulous foursome are back at it discussing the return of two major franchises in Forza Motorsport and Assassin's Creed (including the reviews of both). They also chat about Last of Us Multiplayer being canceled and Naughty Dog, new game releases, and more!

Oct 10, 20232 hr 48 min

Episode 267 : With Jim Ryan Out, What's Next for PlayStation?

In Bitcast 267, Hoeg is away but Ains, Travis, and Dan discuss Jim Ryan's surprise retirement, the legacy he leaves behind at PlayStation, and what's next for the brand. They also chat on the extensive layoffs across the industry, Alan Wake 2 previews, and more!

Oct 03, 20232 hr 20 min

Episode 266 : Phantom Liberty and Xbox Leaks & Acquisitions

In Bitcast 266 Dan is on vacation but Ains, Hoeg, and Travis cover all the latest including SG's Cyberpunk 2077 Phantom Liberty review, the massive Xbox leaks and latest on the acquisition of Activision-Blizzard, PAYDAY 3, and more!

Sep 26, 20232 hr 41 min

Episode 265 : Mortal Kombat 1 Leads a Big Week for Games

In Bitcast 265 the guys discuss a busy week in gaming with three reviews (The Crew Motorfest, Mortal Kombat 1, and Lies of P). They also chat on PlayStation's State of Play, Nintendo's Direct, and more!

Sep 19, 20232 hr 32 min

Episode 264 : The Greatest Year for Games Ever?

In Bitcast 264 the guys discuss the major titles still to release in 2023 and whether this year is the best year for game releases of all-time. They also continue their conversation on Starfield, detail the Tokyo Game Show events, and more!

Sep 12, 20232 hr 6 min

Episode 263 : Starfield Review Discussion

In Bitcast 263 the guys finally get to sit down to discuss one of the most anticipated games in years in Starfield. They'll discuss all aspects of the the game including reviews, design methodology, shortcomings, and a lot more. They'll also be chatting on the Nintendo Direct on Super Mario Wonder, PlayStation's PS Plus price increase, and more!

Sep 05, 20233 hr 6 min

Episode 262 : Armored Core 6 Is Yet Another FromSoft Hit

In Bitcast 262 the guys are finally back to full power with Hoeg's return. As a historic fall season approaches they discuss Armored Core 6's release and FROMSOFTWARE's pedigree, everything from Gamescom, PlayStation's "Portal" handheld, and more!

Aug 30, 20232 hr 20 min

Episode 261 : Call of Duty MW3 Gets Nostalgic

The Bitcast is back (mostly) to catch up on all the latest gaming news including Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 getting nostalgic, Baldur's Gate 3's success, what's going on with Destiny, Starfield going gold, and a lot more!

Aug 22, 20232 hr 11 min

Episode 260 : Baldur's Gate 3 Makes Its Case for GOTY

In Bitcast 260 the guys discuss the huge launch of Baldur's Gate 3 and its potential to be a true Game of the Year contender. They also chat on the Switch 2 and PS5 Pro rumors, new game announcements, and the continued string of big releases.

Aug 08, 20233 hr

Episode 259 : Does Final Fantasy XIV Mark a New Era for Xbox?

In Bitcast 259 the guys chat on Final Fantasy XIV coming to Xbox and the apparent "new" future of Square-Enix working with Xbox. They also continue their chat on Remnant 2, PS5's sales success, previews of Armored Core 6 and Lords of the Fallen, and more!

Aug 01, 20232 hr 17 min

Episode 258 : Remnant 2 Leads a Big Week for Games

In episode 258 the guys discuss the Remnant 2 reviews from IGN and SG along with their impressions post-launch. They also discuss a big week for games including The Crew Motorfest closed beta, Diablo 4's Season of the Malignant, Spider-Man 2 at SDCC, and more!

Jul 25, 20232 hr 30 min

Episode 257 : Microsoft Moves to Close on Activision-Blizzard

In Bitcast 257 the guys continue to provide legal analysis of Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision-Blizzard (thanks to Hoeg) as they move another step closer. They also discuss Bungie’s lawsuit against harassment, PlayStation’s two-billion dollar investment in R&D, and upcoming games including Remnant 2, EA’s Black Panther, and more!

Jul 18, 20232 hr 10 min
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