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Gametalk is a podcast discussing games and the gaming industry. New episodes are uploaded Mondays on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major podcast services.

  1. 1 dag siden

    Midyear Check-In (2026 Edition)

    Episode 265 2026 is zooming by, and the time has come for our annual mid-year analysis episode. How do we feel about gaming in 2026 so far, and what surprises do the rest of the year hold for us? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Destiny 2, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Super Mario 64, Stardew Valley). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 6:23 - 2026 Analysis and Predictions 18:49 - Game Highlights in 2026 So Far 48:11 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 56:25 - Destiny 2 1:02:00 - The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker 1:09:49 - Super Mario 64 1:12:31 - Stardew Valley

    Midyear Check-In (2026 Edition)

  2. 21. jul.

    The Xbox Bloodbath

    Episode 264 Xbox has announced mass layoffs throughout their studios. Some of the cuts, such as the reduction of id Software by half, are particularly egregious. How will Xbox reconcile their lofty ambitions in the industry with their seemingly callous disregard for the games they are making? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Destiny 2, Teamfight Manager 2, Sid Meier's Civilization VII). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 1:45 - Xbox Layoffs and Studio Divestment 17:37 - id Software Gutted and Xbox's Goals 45:43 - Destiny 2 51:21 - Teamfight Manager 2 57:43 - Sid Meier's Civilization VII

    The Xbox Bloodbath

  3. 6. jul.

    The End of Physical Games

    Episode 263 Sony has announced that starting in 2028, they will no longer print discs. With Microsoft's Project Helix already confirmed to be discless, this statement effectively declares the end of physical, disc-based games. Today, we analyze this wildly unpopular decisions and the potential negative ramifications of an all-digital console future. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Meccha Chameleon, Fall Guys). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 6:35 - Sony Kills Physical Games 37:51 - Meccha Chameleon 43:05 - Fall Guys 46:59 - Our Game Development Projects

    The End of Physical Games

  4. 30. jun.

    Steam Machine Misgivings

    Episode 262 The Steam Machine is imminent - it was reviewed by several creators and priced at an eye-watering $1049 for the most basic SKU. Today, we give our thoughts on the Steam Machine in the context of its price and the current hardware landscape. Is the pricing an anomaly or a foreboding sign of things to come? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Halo 3, Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon, Mario Tennis Fever). This episode was recorded in June 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 6:40 - Steam Machine Pricing / Impressions 31:24 - Steam Hardware Speculation and Comparisons 52:14 - Halo 3 1:00:44 - Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon 1:07:09 - Mario Tennis Fever

    Steam Machine Misgivings

  5. 22. jun.

    The Games They Are A-Changin’

    Episode 261 In today's episode, Dylan makes his podcast debut! We speak at length about the future of the games industry and how it might parallel the film/music industries, as well as some of the challenges that the industry may face in the years to come. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Destiny 2, Resident Evil). This episode was recorded in June 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Game Ownership Replaced With Access 11:13 - Game Companies Have Increased Risk Aversion 23:34 - Individual Creators Become More Valuable 27:29 - Increased Emphasis On User-Generated Content 35:01 - Game Discovery Becomes A Massive Problem 43:49 - AI Will Open Up Game Development To The Masses 55:31 - Attention Becomes The Most Valuable Currency 1:01:25 - Will Gaming Become The Dominant Entertainment Medium? 1:08:49 - The Dire Xbox Situation 1:16:13 - Destiny 2 1:33:52 - Resident Evil (Series)

    The Games They Are A-Changin’

  6. 15. jun.

    Summer Games Fest 2026

    Episode 260 Summer Games season is over, and it was packed to the brim with exciting games! We go through Geoff Keighly's Summer Games Fest, the Xbox Showcase, and the Nintendo Direct and discuss all the games that caught our eye. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Mina the Hollower, Slay The Spire 2, 007 First Light, Final Fantasy XIV, Destiny 2). This episode was recorded in June 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 4:38 - Summer Games Fest 2026 30:57 - Xbox Summer Showcase 2026 53:17 - Nintendo Direct Summer 2026 1:35:13 - Mina the Hollower 1:41:44 - Slay The Spire 2 / 007 First Light 1:45:48 - Final Fantasy XIV 1:53:29 - Destiny 2

    Summer Games Fest 2026

  7. 8. jun.

    State of Play and The Death of Destiny

    Episode 259 Summer Games Fest season kicks off with PlayStation's State of Play, and there is much to discuss! With a deluge of single-player games shown, could this be Sony beginning to course-correct from their misguided live-service venture? We give our thoughts on the State of Play, then discuss the end of Destiny 2 and the situation Bungie finds themselves in. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing. This episode was recorded in June 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 4:56 - State of Play June 2026 46:03 - The Death of Destiny 2 1:01:00 - Miscellaneous Games We're Playing

    State of Play and The Death of Destiny

  8. 1. jun.

    Summer Games Fest 2026 Predictions

    Episode 258 Summer is finally upon us, and that means Summer Games Fest! Today, we predict what we might see at this year's showcases from PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and more! As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (007 First Light, Monster Hunter, Battlefield 6). This episode was recorded in May 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase. Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5Qn Or email us at gametalkpodcastofficial@gmail.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalk Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalk Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.social Timestamps: 0:00 - Opening Banter 7:30 - Summer Games Fest Predictions 31:46 - 007 First Light 40:58 - Monster Hunter 47:39 - Battlefield 6 53:18 - ARC Raiders

    Summer Games Fest 2026 Predictions
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Gametalk is a podcast discussing games and the gaming industry. New episodes are uploaded Mondays on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major podcast services.

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    Gametalk
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    2017 - 2026
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