Kingdom Hearts 4 is coming a lot sooner than we thought it would, and there's an anime coming as well. Plus, Dylan dives into his thoughts on Star Wars Zero Company.
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The Kingdom Hearts anime is expected to be vital for the lore.
Star Wars Eclipse has faced significant development issues.
The hosts express scepticism about the release of Star Wars Eclipse.
Kingdom Hearts 4 is set to include Pixar's Coco as a world.
The gameplay of Kingdom Hearts 4 looks visually stunning and engaging.
The hosts discuss the potential for new Disney worlds in Kingdom Hearts 4.
Coco is seen as a fitting addition to the Kingdom Hearts universe.
The conversation reflects on the convoluted nature of Kingdom Hearts lore.
The hosts debate whether the anime will cater to new fans or existing ones.
There is excitement about the future of the Kingdom Hearts franchise. Sora's journey in Kingdom Hearts could be more engaging if separated from his companions.
Ghost of Tsushima is expanding with new content, including a narrative expansion and survival mode.
PlayStation's release strategy seems focused on filling gaps in its lineup.
Community reactions to the Wolverine game highlight concerns about its gameplay mechanics.
EB Games is entering the trading card market, but the value proposition for players is questionable.
Netflix's gaming strategy is facing challenges, leading to the closure of Night School Studio.
The Australian Classification Board's decision to ban Halloween: The Game raises questions about censorship.
The gaming community often reacts strongly to changes in beloved franchises.
There are opportunities for players to capitalise on EB Games' trading card initiative.
The conversation reflects ongoing frustrations with the gaming industry's regulatory landscape. The need for humour in gaming discussions.
Pro Jank Footy offers chaotic fun with power-ups.
Gameplay mechanics can significantly affect player experience.
Star Wars XCOM combines tactical gameplay with narrative depth.
Character dynamics play a crucial role in storytelling.
Anticipation for upcoming games can create excitement.
Local co-op gaming enhances the fun factor.
Game mechanics should allow for player customisation.
The balance of challenge and accessibility is important in games.
Unique humour can set a game apart from others.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley 🎙️ Ciaran Marchant
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Dylan talks about how funny Thank Goodness You're Here is, and we discuss the biggest news stories of the week. 
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Game Informer, one of the last gaming magazines, is shutting down after 33 years.
The closure of Game Informer is part of a trend of layoffs and closures in the gaming journalism industry.
GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen has emphasized the need to scrutinize expenses and eliminate waste.
The closure of Game Informer marks the end of an era for gaming magazines and reflects the decline of print media in the gaming industry.
Digital content creators, such as YouTubers and TikTokers, have become more influential in shaping opinions and preferences in the gaming community.
Game Informer covers hold nostalgic value for many gamers, evoking memories of browsing through magazines in the past.
The lack of archiving of Game Informer's content is disappointing, as it prevents access to valuable gaming journalism and historical articles.
The release of a new episode of the Double Fine Adventure documentary series provides deeper insight into the passion and challenges of video game development.
EB World Plus, a new paid membership program by EB Games, offers extra trade value and bonus offers, but its value proposition may not be appealing to all gamers.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
Avowed Delayed to February 2025 to 'Give Players' Backlogs Some Breathing Room'
Game Informer is shutting down - The Verge
Double Fine drops a 90-minute update to its 20+ hour series documenting the development of Psychonauts 2 | Eurogamer.net
EB World Plus Is A New Paid Membership That Offers Extra Trade Value And Other Bonus Offers
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