Seasoned Gaming

06

Jul

By Seasoned Gaming

Articles, Latest News

XBOX Announces Significant Changes to Staff and Studios

When new XBOX CEO, Asha Sharma, sent a long memo to the entire XBOX team a few weeks ago, I knew it meant some major changes were on the way. We initially discussed this during Bitcast 387, where we estimated between 10-20% of staff being affected in one way or…

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06

Jul

By Seasoned Gaming

Podcasts

Bitcast 389 : PlayStation Changes the Market

In Bitcast 389, the guys discuss a wild week for PlayStation with announcements on a digital-only future beginning in 2028 along other consumer-hurting practices. They also chat about more Xbox studio rumblings, the Steam Machine finally hitting homes, and more upcoming releases to be excited for. Amazon Apple Google SoundCloud…

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28

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Podcasts

Bitcast 388 : PlayStation Layoffs and GTA6 Hype Begins

In Bitcast 388 the guys discuss yet another week of turbulence in the gaming industry with layoffs at PlayStation (SIE) and Bungie. GTA6 hype begins to ramp up with pre-orders, Starfox returns for Nintendo, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c3jDTU2r5k4

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25

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

PlayStation Announces Layoffs at Bungie and SIE

In a formal announcement and internal memo to the teams at Sony Interactive Entertainment, CEO of the Studio Business Group at PlayStation, Hermen Hulst, announced a reduction in force at Bungie and partner studios within SIE. While a specific number of affected employees wasn't clarified, estimates put it between 200-500…

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22

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Summer Game Fest Coverage

Hands-On Preview : Onimusha Way of the Sword

At one point in time, decades ago, Capcom debuted Onimusha as a sort of samurai-themed Resident Evil. While utilizing figures prominent in Japanese history, it mixed characters with the supernatural to create a compelling new series that saw strong, early success. Despite that success, however, the series laid dormant for…

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22

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Podcasts

Bitcast 387 : What an XBOX “Reset” Actually Means

In Bitcast 387 the guys break down the Xbox leaderships signaling, layoffs, and future closures. What does a "reset" actually mean in reality? They also chat GTA6's latest info, more hands-on previews from Summer Game Fest, catch up on what they've playing as summer sets in, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dAZMFNqb728

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18

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

Grand Theft Auto 6 : Pre-Order Date and Cover Art

As seemingly only Rockstar can do, they released a new trailer today to celebrate Grand Theft Auto 6's...cover art. Thankfully it also let the world know that pre-orders will go live on June 25th. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EiQEBYDox_k

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15

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Podcasts

Bitcast 386 : Our Favorites from Summer Game Fest

In Bitcast 386, the guys are back after the summer showcase season to talk about their favorite games, which showcases had the best presentation, big disappointments, hands-on impressions from LA, and more! Amazon Apple Google SoundCloud Spotify   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jw7Ept_UyQI&t=227s

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10

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Summer Game Fest Coverage

Xbox Fanfest : Hands-On with Halo Campaign Evolved

Ains and the team had the pleasure of attending the Xbox Showcase and Fanfest over the weekend and that means new info and hands-on with upcoming games including Halo Campaign Evolved. As one of the most hardcore Halo fans around, how did Ains feel about Halo Campaign Evolved, does it…

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01

Jun

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Podcasts

Bitcast 385 : The Summer Game Fest and Showcase Preview

In Bitcast 385, Hoeg is away so Ains and Travis invite friends of the show, Luke Lohr and Joseph Moran, to have 4 panelists who will all be attending Summer Game Fest in 2026. They talk PlayStation's State of Play, the SGF Showcase, the Xbox Showcase and Gears EDay direct,…

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27

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

CDPR Announces a New Expansion for The Witcher 3 : Songs of the Past

Rumors have been howling and now it's official: We are getting a new expansion to The Witcher 3 twelve years after its release. CD Projekt Red officially announced the expansion this morning. Titled Songs of the Past, the expansion is being developed in conjunction with Fool's Theory, a studio of veterans…

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26

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Podcasts

Bitcast 384 : What is Bungie’s Destiny?

In Bitcast 384 the guys discuss the future of Bungie as they announce the end of Destiny with no further development in sight and layoffs on the horizon. They also chat PlayStation's State of Play announcement, new releases like Lego Batman : The Legacy of the Dark Knight, and more!…

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17

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Podcasts

Bitcast 383 : Playground Games Does it Again

In Bitcast 383 the trio is finally reunited after holidays, weddings, and travel. The guys talk all the news of the last two weeks including Forza Horizon 6 and Subnautica 2's massive launches, Bungie's roadmap for Marathon, Sega canceling their "super game", Xbox's continued evolution, and more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bu07AUquQTg

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03

May

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News, Podcasts

Bitcast 382 : Is Housemarque’s Saros a GOTY Contender?

In Bitcast 382 Ains and Hoeg welcome host of The Trophy Room, Joseph Moran, back to the show to discuss Housemarque's latest in Saros. They also The Blood of Dawnwalker showcase and release date, 007 First Light, and more!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmgUAMpGhHM

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29

Apr

By Seasoned Gaming

Latest News

The Blood of Dawnwalker : New Gameplay and Release Details

The team at Rebel Wolves pulled the final cover off of their upcoming debut title, The Blood of Dawnwalker. During the Road to Launch event they showed off more of the world, the characters, and most importantly, they announced the release date. Courtesy of the PlayStation Blog, we have additional…

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