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Concord's First Weekend + Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024

Conchord is now out but it seems like no one has noticed. Is the new Playstation release already on life support or is it possible to turn around its weak launch? Plus all the games shown during Gamescom Opening Night Live.
Hosts:Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingoAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Episode Timecodes
00:00:00 - Hello00:00:58 - Concord’s First Weekend Thoughts00:27:26 - Gamescom Opening Night Live Recap01:01:52 - Valve Offically Reveal Deadlock01:05:47 - Black Myth: Wukong is a big deal01:11:14 - Goodbye
Resources
Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024: All the trailers, news and reveals
Valve's New Game Deadlock Has Finally Been Officially Revealed
Black Myth: Wukong continues to attract record-breaking numbers of players
Xbox Boss Phil Spencer Explains Decision to Launch Indiana Jones and the Great Circle on PS5
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The Plucky Squire Preview & The Crush House Review

Dylan and Ashley have played a couple of hours of The Plucky Squire, which finally has a release date, and they discuss what they've played and their thoughts on the game.
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Dylan's mixed review of 'The Crush House.'
The release date of Dragon Age: The Veil Guard
Discussion on the potential release date of the Nintendo Switch 2
Mention of Valve's unannounced hero shooter, Deadlock, and the large number of players already playing the game. Valve's involvement in Gamescom and Geff Keighley's role are discussed
Speculation on potential game announcements and reveals at Gamescom
Dylan shares their thoughts on the Dungeons of Hinterberg
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyResources
The Crush House Review - Thirsty shooter dry's up fast - Explosion Network
Dragon Age: The Veilguard's Release Date Has Been Officially Confirmed Along With A Character's Exciting Return
Hopes fade for Switch 2 launch in early 2025 | Eurogamer.net
Thousands Of People Are Playing Deadlock, Valve's Unannounced New Hero Shooter
Here Are The Games Confirmed For Gamescom Opening Night Live 2024
The Plucky Squire Hands-On Preview - Explosion Network
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The Borderlands Movie Is Nearly The Worst Video Game Adaptation

Ash has watched the Borderlands movie and says it's as bad as you've heard.
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Cat Quest 3 is praised for its gameplay mechanics and visual style.
The Borderlands movie has received negative reviews and criticism, with many considering it disappointing.
The studio interference and lack of violence in the Borderlands movie have been major points of criticism.
Metacritic provides a list of the top 10 highest-rated video game film adaptations. Metacritic ratings can be a good indicator of the quality of video game movies.
Some video game movies, like Sonic the Hedgehog 2 and Monster Hunter, were ranked higher than expected.
The conversation highlights the lack of representation of certain video game movies, such as Super Mario Bros.
The hosts express their personal preferences and excitement for upcoming video game movies. The movie 'Werewolves Within' is a highly-rated video game adaptation directed by Josh Rubin.
The TV show 'Arcane' had episodes leaked online, which is a setback for the series.
Accessing the game Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown on PC requires signing into Ubisoft Connect, which can be frustrating.
An 'Until Dawn' movie is in the works, and it will likely rely on the fact that many people haven't played the game.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
Cat Quest III Review - Yarrr!!! Meowww!!! - Explosion Network
Critic reviews of the Borderlands movie are absolutely savage | PC Gamer
Arcane fans warned to avoid major spoilers, as majority of Season 2 leaks online | Eurogamer.net
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Thank Goodness You're Here Review & Game Informer Shuts Down

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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Marvel Rivals Impressions, Ete Review, August 2024 Games

We discuss the Marvel Rivals beta, news about a Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver remaster, and upcoming games in August.
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The SAG-AFTRA strike highlights the need for clear and enforceable protections for video game performers.
The staff layoff at Humble Games is a blow to the indie gaming scene.
The potential remaster of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver is exciting for franchise fans.
The delay of Stalker 2 allows for bug fixes and improvements.
The announcement of the first Olympic eSports games shows the growing recognition of eSports as a legitimate sport.
Ete offers a relaxing and immersive painting experience.
Marvel's Rivals closed beta has a frustrating key distribution system. Star Wars: Outlaws, Concord, and Dustborn are highly anticipated games releasing in August
The hosts have different levels of excitement and expectations for these games
Microtransactions and monetization strategies are a concern for some of the games
The popularity of American football games and the release of Madden NFL 25 and College Football are discussed
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
It Looks Like Legacy Of Kain: Soul Reaver Remasters Are Finally Happening
Video Game Actors In The US Are Striking Over Concerns Around AI
[Updated] Humble Games Has Laid Off Its Entire Staff With Work Taken Over By A Third Party
S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 Has Been Delayed Again
It's official: International Olympic Committee votes to confirm the first Olympic Esports Games will happen in 2025, even if they don't know the games yet | PC Gamer
The Most Exciting Game Releases In August 2024
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Dungeons of Hinterberg Impressions

We discussed some short news stories this week, and Dylan had an impression of Dungeons of Hinterberg.
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Dungeons of Hinterberg combines elements of Persona and The Legend of Zelda.
The upcoming Untitled Goose Game exposition in Melbourne offers a behind-the-scenes look at the production of the indie game.
Fallout received multiple Emmy nominations, surprising the hosts.
The gameplay in Dungeons of Hinterberg is enjoyable, but the combat is mediocre.
The Xbox Game Pass provides access to a variety of games, including Dungeons of Hinterberg.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
Beetlejuice Resurrected for MultiVersus' Second PS5, PS4 Season | Push Square
Fallout show lands 16 Emmy nominations | VG247
An Official Untitled Goose Game Exhibition Is Coming To Melbourne
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Concord Is The Next Big Hit & We Discuss Kotaku AU Shutting Down

Concord is great, and it's Ciaran's new love, so we break down why it's taken his world by storm.
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There is a lack of standout games in 2023 so far, with no big defining Sony IP and no game that revolutionises the industry.
The closure of Kotaku Australia highlights the challenges faced by the games media industry despite the thriving games development scene in Australia.
Xbox Game Pass is undergoing changes in subscription models and prices, with the removal of the Game Pass for console tier and price increases for other tiers.
Opinions on the value of Xbox Game Pass vary, with some seeing it as a decent deal despite the price increase, while others are frustrated by the removal of day one releases from the standard tier. Xbox Game Pass offers a great value for gamers, but the recent price increase and introduction of pricing tiers has caused confusion among consumers.
Concord is a hero arena shooter developed by Firewalk Studios and published by Sony. It features unique gameplay mechanics and a focus on versatility and teamwork.
Angerfoot is a fast-paced kicking and shooting game developed by Free Lives. It offers unique gameplay and a fun and challenging experience.
Both Concord and Angerfoot have received positive reviews and are worth checking out for fans of their respective genres.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
https://explosionnetwork.com/anger-foot-review/
Kotaku Australia to shut down | GamesIndustry.biz
Xbox Game Pass Is Getting Price Increases Along With A New "Standard" Tier
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Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess & The First Descendant

Dylan talks about playing the Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess demo and how much he enjoyed it, and Ciaran talks about The First Descendant now ticking a lot of boxes for him.
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The Watch Dogs franchise has struggled with creating compelling protagonists, and there are doubts about the potential for a successful movie adaptation.
The conversation highlights the importance of having interesting characters and engaging gameplay mechanics in video games. Nintendo has officially ended repair services for the Wii U due to a lack of spare parts.
Nintendo claims to have resolved component shortages for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
There are concerns about the hardware capabilities of the Switch 2 and hopes for improved technology.
The Legacy of Kain series is making a return in the form of a prequel graphic novel.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
Resources
The Watch Dogs Movie Has Finally Begun Filming
Sorry, you can no longer send your Wii U in for repair | Eurogamer.net
Switch 2 won't suffer from component shortages, Nintendo says | Eurogamer.net
You Need To Play Kunitsu-Gami: Path Of The Goddess' Demo Right Now
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Twitch, Youtube and Dr. Disrespect

We discussed the Dr Disrespect news from the last week and what it could mean for Twitter and Youtube.

Nintendo Direct Sets Up A Solid Second Half Of 2024 For Switch Owners

We break down the June 2024 Nintendo Direct and all the news from the showcase.
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The hosts discuss the highly anticipated release of Elden Ring and the mixed opinions surrounding its difficulty.
They speculate about the upcoming Nintendo Switch successor and its impact on the current console's game releases.
The hosts review the games featured in the Nintendo Direct, sharing their thoughts on each title.
Dragon Quest 3 HD 2D remake was announced, along with remakes of Dragon Quest 1 and 2, allowing players to play the story in chronological order.
Funko Pop! game is a sandbox game where players can play various pop culture characters.
Nintendo Switch Online added GBA games and announced a mature expansion for Nintendo 64 games.
Metal Slug Attack Reload is a tower defence game available on the Switch.
Darkest Dungeon 2 is a sequel to the original game with a different setting.
Marvel vs Capcom Fighting Collection Archive Classics includes several classic fighting games.
Super Mario Party Jamboree is touted as the biggest Mario Party game yet. The hosts expressed their desire for online multiplayer in future Mario Party games.
The announcement of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, where players can finally play as Zelda, generated excitement. The gameplay mechanics of the game, particularly the copying feature, were discussed.
Other games such as Just Dance 2025, Lego Horizon, and Romancing Saga 2 were briefly mentioned.
The hosts speculated about the release of Metroid Prime 4 on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Hosts:Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobleyCiaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo
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Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
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