Gaming Talks‪!‬ Gaming Talks!

Join us as we discuss graphics in the gaming world over recent events and showcases from both Sony and Microsoft. We will dev into graphics and performance expectations for the next-gen consoles. Lastly, we will be discussing exclusivity in gaming in reference to Spider-Man and Sony's exclusive DLC of the character not available on Xbox and PC and what it means for the future.

**Not sponsored by Rogue Company** I wish I was but I mention my opinion of the game.

Reference Article: https://cultureofgaming.com/marvels-avengers-spider-man-is-a-sony-exclusive/

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Follow My Guest Cole on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cole_mackle/

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Opening

00:30 - Skip Intro

03:54 - Graphics and Performance Talk

33:36 - Exclusivity Talk

56:25 - End

Join us as we talk about Ghost of Tsushima and its massive impact on today's gaming and cultural appreciation for Japan. G4TV was announced this week, and speculation is on our minds of what would the return look like in 2021. Ryan and I have our host picks for X-Play as well. Lastly, we will discuss Xbox's Games Showcase and some of the takeaways on the Good, the Bad, and the Craig.

Ghost of Tsushima Reference Article Link: https://cultureofgaming.com/ghost-of-tsushima-japanese-culture-appreciation/

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My guest is Ryan McGlennon, Indie Games Developer for Point Filter Games 

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Point Filter Games Website: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/

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Special Thanks to "King Kay" Kory Owen and Primo - Intro Song "Bluff" - Premiere Single

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Kory's Website: https://kingkayraps539868623.wordpress.com/videos/

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Timestamps:

00:00 - Opening & Intro Song "Bluff"

02:12 - Gaming Talks Introduction

04:48 - Ghost of Tsushima

13:13 - Photo Mode in Ghost

16:58 - G4TV Return

19:38 - X-Play Host Picks

27:23 - Xbox Games Showcase

28:06 - Halo Infinite

35:34 - Graphics for Xbox Series X

39:45 - Fable and MMO Rumors

43:30 - Psychonauts 2

45:55 - Stalker 2 and Warhammer

46:16 - Crossfire X

47:16 - State of Decay 3

49:00 - Urgency of Xbox Series X and PS5

58:56 - Xbox Series X Rumors and Speculations

1:04:56 - Final Takes

1:08:24 - Halo Infinite Final Thoughts and Plan

1:11:17 - Wrap Up Recap

1:13:30 - Preview of Next Episode

1:14:53 - Ending

Let's Talk: Next Gen Consoles and Should Console Wars Die Next Year?

I am your host Jovan Newsum, and I will be diving into next-gen consoles such as the PS5 & Xbox Series X and taking a look at what each big three gaming companies have to offer moving forward into the next console generation. Also, we will be analyzing the console wars and the issues that may plague it moving forward. I hope you guys enjoy another episode of Gaming Talks!

PS5 Reference Article Link: https://www.thegamer.com/things-learned-about-ps5-questions-unanswered/

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My guest is Ryan McGlennon, Indie Games Developer for Point Filter Games 

Follow Him: @mcg_x6 on Instagram and @_McG_6 on Twitter

His Website: http://ryanmcglennon.com/

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Follow Point Filter Games: @pointfilter on Instagram and @pointfilter on Twitter

Point Filter Games Website: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/

StarV Page: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/starv

Check Out Foolish Mortals: https://www.pointfiltergames.com/foolishmortals

Now Available on Xbox One!

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Outtro Song: "Mega Man" (prod. Black Domino) by KingKay 

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Link: https://soundcloud.com/kingkayraps/mega-man-prod-black-domino

Timestamps:

00:00 - Disclaimer

00:23 - Opening

00:55 - Host Intro

1:33 - Ryan Intro and StarV

8:40 - Introduction of Next Gen Consoles

8:56 - Playstation

22:45 - Microsoft

39:13 - Nintendo

47:26 - Console Wars Discussion

57:18 - Story Time with Jovan

1:07:50 - Ratchet & Clank Impressions

1:16:47 - Outtro with King Kay "Mega Man" Song

1:19:40 - End

It's the first episode!

Episode 1: Let's Talk: The Last of Us: Part II and The Anatomy of Characters & Narratives

**Episode Will Contain MAJOR spoilers**

I am your host Jovan Newsum and I will be diving into the world of The Last of Us: Part II. Let's look at the pros and cons of this highly talked about and highly controversial game that has the community divided. Also, will be diving into characters & narratives and how they affect gaming and could there be a change in mainstay characters. Find out on this episode of Gaming Talks!

Timestamps:

00:00 - Opening

00:39 - Host Intro

01:25 - The Last of Us: Part II

02:37 - Review Start-Up

03:25: 5 Criteria for Reviewing The Game

03:45: Gameplay

05:08: SPOILER ALERT

05:46: Performance

06:50: Graphics

08:02: Enjoyment

10:26: Narrative

19:00: Overall Score

22:00: Myths

28:00: Fallacies

38:04: Host Personal Ending

41:06: The Anatomy of Characters and Narratives

56:10: Conclusion

58:04 Ending

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**Practicing more on not saying "you know"** LOL enjoy.