Surprise Hit? Why We're So Into Dune: Awakening

Ciaran talks about how much he's enjoying Dune: Awakening, and how it'll get him to watch the films.
Dylan & Ashley also touch on Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, which they've both started playing.
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The hosts express excitement about the gaming community and their experiences.
Death Stranding 2 offers a sweet start with character development.
Dune: Awakening effectively combines MMO and survival elements.
The narrative of games can challenge traditional character roles.
Quality-of-life improvements in games enhance the player experience.
Community engagement is crucial for multiplayer games.
The importance of not judging games solely by their trailers.
Exploration and base building are key components in Dune: Awakening.
The hosts appreciate the depth of storytelling in modern games.
Future updates and expansions are anticipated for both games.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
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Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review – Final Fantasy Meets Soulslike Difficulty

Dylan has finished Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and discusses his full thoughts on the game, paired with his review.
The hosts also discuss Ciaran watching his way through Death Stranding, Fairgames losing Jade Raymond, and the upcoming Summer Game Fest 2025 schedule.
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Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Review - Explosion Network
Fairgames reportedly delayed into next year as Haven founder Jade Raymond exits | Eurogamer.net
Hideo Kojima and George Miller to Share the Stage at Sydney Film Festival - Explosion Network
Summer Game Fest 2025 Schedule – Where to Watch Every Showcase - Explosion Network
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Split Fiction Is Better Than It Takes Two?

Ciaran discusses Split Fiction and Wanderstop, Ashley talks about his time with WWE2K 25 and Dylan gushes over the Death Stranding 2: On The Beach trailer.
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The introduction of a new hub world in WWE 2K25.
Character creation is a significant aspect of WWE 2K25.
Intergender fighting is a controversial yet engaging feature.
Split Fiction offers a fresh gaming experience with innovative mechanics.
The storytelling in Split Fiction is well-developed and engaging.
Side stories in Split Fiction add depth to the gameplay.
The hosts express mixed feelings about the new WWE game.
The importance of narrative in gaming is emphasized.
The gaming community's reaction to intergender fighting is discussed.
Overall ratings for the games reflect their experiences. Ashley had Splinter Station with a 90 on OpenCritic.
The Elder Scrolls Oblivion remake seems likely to happen.
Death Stranding 2's trailer was revealed at the South by Southwest.
The trailer for Death Stranding 2 is visually stunning and engaging.
Wanderstop is a cozy game about making tea and character interactions.
The game features deeper narratives and darker moments.
Characters in Wanderstop have unique stories and quirks.
The music in Death Stranding is crucial to its emotional impact.
The hosts express excitement for upcoming game releases.
The gaming community is buzzing with anticipation for new titles.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
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