Gamer Galaxy

NewsNation

On the Gamer Galaxy podcast, NewsNation delivers the latest trending gaming news with thought-provoking insights on topics that matter to gamers, while maintaining our fact-based approach to news for all Americans.

Episodes

  1. 03/12/2025

    Future of Gaming: Netflix, Amazon getting into video games? + gift guide for gamers | Gamer Galaxy

    NewsNation's Gamer Galaxy is presented by Xsolla — All the Things Powering the Business of Games. In this episode, host Cher Hwang and Xsolla's Berkley Egenes talk about the future of the video game industry. This conversation includes how Netflix and Amazon are just a few giants expanding into the video game world. Also, they discuss how mobile games are on the rise and how shifts in video game development and consumption is impacting the industry. They delve into cybersecurity regulations, the future of digital assets in an expanding open world concept within games and more. Plus, get excited about the hottest wish list items for gamers — from most sought after game titles to consoles. #Amazon #Netflix #gaming CREDITS Host: Cher Hwang Executive Producer: Andy Gipson Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada Producer: Cheryl Hwang Editor: Irit Nayden SOCIALS https://www.instagram.com/newsnationnow/ https://www.instagram.com/cherhwangtv/ https://x.com/NewsNation https://x.com/cherhwangtv https://www.tiktok.com/@newsnationnow On the Gamer Galaxy podcast, NewsNation delivers the latest trending gaming news with thought-provoking insights on topics that matter to gamers, while maintaining our fact-based approach to news for all Americans. More Gamer Galaxy: https://www.newsnationnow.com/podcasts-newsnation/gamer-galaxy/ NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on your screen: https://www.joinnn.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 - 00:03:19 - Netflix, Amazon video games ventures 3:20 - 12:22 - Trends and Innovations, Why are companies getting into video games? 12:23 - 15:39 - Leveling the playing field for developers, AI's role 15:40 - 17:20 - Democratization of Game Development 17:21 - 22:12 - Rise of Mobile Games 22:13 - 31:20 - Impact of Wearables and AR/VR 31:21 - 35:49 - Cybersecurity and Regulations in Gaming 35:50 - 43:04 - Digital Assets and Market Dynamics 43:05 - 47:02 - Xsolla's vision for the future of video games 2026 47:03 - Holiday Gift Guide for Gamers

    53 min
  2. 11/11/2025

    How InZOI was born; Dubai's digital future and video games | Gamer Galaxy

    NewsNation's Gamer Galaxy is presented by Xsolla — All the Things Powering the Business of Games. Host Cher Hwang is taking you on a trip around the world. We're taking a look at the games scene in South Korea and the United Arab Emirates — specifically in Dubai. First, we start with the Korean PC bangs, thanks to NewsNation's Robert Sherman, who takes us into one of the everyday internet cafes. Then, Hwang sits down with the KJun, creator of the AI-based life simulator game InZOI, and chats about how the game came to be, how AI is affecting his workflow, his special meeting with President Lee Jae Myung — and an exclusive look at three secret new developments that will be added on to InZOI. Finally, we share the conversation with Faisal Kazim, director of foresight at the Dubai Future Foundation, where he shares Dubai's plans to make its future digital. GUESTS: Hyungjun ‘Kjun’ Kim - inZOI Studio CEO and inZOI Producer and Director Faisal Kazim - Director of Foresight, Dubai Future Foundation Host: Cher Hwang Executive Producer: Andy Gipson Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada Segment Producer: Cheryl Hwang Editor: Tony Diasio NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on your screen: https://www.joinnn.com/ 00:00 Peak Into Episode 2:14 Exploring South Korea's Gaming Culture through PC bangs with Robert Sherman 9:29 Krafton and InZOI's KJun on AI, meeting President Lee, and how he got into the video game industry 29:00 Dubai's emerging games scene with Faisal Kazim

    51 min
  3. 23/10/2025

    New law could transform how players earn money from video game items | Gamer Galaxy

    NewsNation's Gamer Galaxy is presented by Xsolla — All the Things Powering the Business of Games. https://xsolla.pro/gamer-galaxyCher Hwang and Xsolla President Chris Hewish dig into how the "CLARITY Act" could be a game-changer for players in how it aims to regulate the use and trading of digital assets, particularly in gaming environments like Roblox, Fortnite and Minecraft. Hewish also shares insights into how the act could transform the gaming industry by enabling developers to leverage technologies like blockchain and Web3 and allowing players to gain ownership of digital assets. Finally, Hewish says the law underscores the importance of clear regulations to unlock innovation and investment, positioning the gaming industry for future growth and creating new opportunities for play-to-earn models and player-driven economies.On the Gamer Galaxy podcast, NewsNation delivers the latest trending gaming news with thought-provoking insights on topics that matter to gamers, while maintaining our fact-based approach to news for all Americans.NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on your screen: https://www.joinnn.com/00:00 The Rise of Digital Assets in Gaming02:49 Understanding the Clarity Act05:41 Impact of Web3 and Blockchain on Gamers08:52 Play-to-Earn: A New Gaming Economy11:35 Challenges in the Gaming Industry14:41 Global Perspectives on Digital Asset Regulation17:30 The Future of Gaming Post-Clarity Act20:48 Industry Support and Opposition for the Clarity Act

    23 min
  4. 16/10/2025

    Nintendo is extra guarded around press, Pokémon Legends: Z-A release

    NewsNation's Gamer Galaxy is presented by Xsolla — All the Things Powering the Business of Games. https://xsolla.pro/gamer-galaxy NewsNation's Cher Hwang sits down to talk about the release of the new Pokémon Legends: Z-A on Nintendo Switch, an action RPG that many fans have been waiting for. She's joined by three games journalists, two of whom have already demoed the game prior to its release. We get their thoughts — both excitement and concerns with its release. GUESTS: Brian Shea - Executive Editor of Game Informer, host of "All Things Nintendo Podcast" Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/brianpshea.b... Instagram - / brianpshea TikTok - / brianpshea YouTube - / @brianpshea Podcast - • The All Things Nintendo Podcast Jake Brigstock - Chief Reporter, Gaming Correspondent for The Independent X / Twitter: https://x.com/jakebrigstock Instagram / Threads: / jakebrigstockindy BlueSky: https://web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/jake... TikTok: / jakebrigstock Jordan Moreau - Senior Online News Editor for Variety https://x.com/jordanmoreau_?lang=en Host: Cher Hwang Executive Producer: Andy Gipson Editorial Producer: Meagan Ourada Segment Producer: Cheryl Hwang Editor: Irit Nayden NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on your screen: https://www.joinnn.com/ CHAPTER SUMMARY: 00:00 - 01:06 Tease 01:07 - 3:13 Introductions 3:14 - 6:36 Getting to Know Games Journalists Brian, Jordan, Jake 6:37 - 9:47 Initial Expectations of Pokémon Legends Z-A, Arceus 9:48 - 14:50 Initial Reactions to Demo pre-release 14:51 - 19:49 Biggest Risk in Pokemon franchise 19:50 - 26:49 Right time for Z-A? 26:50 - 31:49 Nintendo is extra guarded, glitches 31:50 - 35:07 Favorite Pokémon? Mega Evolution designs 35:08 - 35:50 Prices 35:51 - 42:11 Overall thoughts on gameplay 42:12 - 56:11 State of the games industry?

    57 min
  5. 06/10/2025

    Pioneer of gaming: Beginning of the esports industry with Fatal1ty | Gamer Galaxy

    NewsNation's Gamer Galaxy is presented by Xsolla — All the Things Powering the Business of Games. https://xsolla.pro/gamer-galaxyNewsNation's Cher Hwang sits down with one of the very first esports superstars in the world: Johnathan "Fatal1ty" Wendel. He's a 12-time world champion in first-person shooters, was inducted into the Hall of Fame of esports and is a pioneer of competitive gaming as we know it. Hunker down for an all-in-one conversation from how he got into esports to what he's been up to lately. You'll learn what it takes to become the best of the best, and we also talk the newest game releases of 2025, including Battlefield 6, Arkheron, ARC Raiders, Quake and more.#gaming #esports #fatal1tyMTV True Life: I'm a Gamer:    • Fatal1ty's MTV True life  60 Minutes: Fatal1ty:    • CPL 60 Minutes  Guests: Johnathan "Fatal1ty" Wendel ⚡ Fatal1ty’s Gaming Setup PicksLooking to level up your setup? I’ve made it easy with my Good / Better / Best gaming PC recommendations, plus the gear I trust to give you an edge:🖥️ Desktop Gaming PCs (Good / Better / Best) → https://www.amazon.com/s?k=cyberpower...🌈 OLED .3ms Gaming Monitors → https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pg32ucdm&l...🖱️ Lamzu Gaming Mice + More Options → https://www.amazon.com/s?k=lamzu+maya...⌨️ Gaming Keyboards → https://www.amazon.com/s?k=best+gamin...🎧 Gaming Headsets → https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pc+gaming+...💡 Tip: If you’ve never played on an OLED .3ms display, it’s a game-changer for speed and clarity. As an Amazon Associate, I may earn from qualifying purchases. Tech & Cozy Games Girlie Channels:@agenomicsphd //   / agenomicsphd  @gamergirlgale //   / gamergirlgale  @cozycornerkai //   / cozycornerkai  @meggziigames //   / meggziigames  @cozy.games //   / cozy.games  @cozyreni //   / cozyreni   Credits:Host: Cher HwangExecutive Producer: Andy GipsonEditorial Producer: Meagan OuradaSegment Producer: Cheryl HwangEditor: Irit NaydenSOCIALS:  / newsnationnow    / cherhwangtv  https://x.com/NewsNationhttps://x.com/cherhwangtv  / newsnationnow  NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans. More from NewsNation: https://www.newsnationnow.com/ Get our app: https://trib.al/TBXgYpp Find us on your screen: https://www.joinnn.com/Chapter Summary:00:00 - 00:34 Tease Of Interview with Fatal1ty00:35 - 5:17 Cher's gaming history, what she's been into lately5:18 - 8:57 Fatal1ty intro & what games he's playing lately8:58 - 14:03 Who is Fatal1ty? From average high schooler to World champion14:04 - 15:55 Esports Now vs. Then 15:56 - 17:46 Bringing LAN Parties back17:47 - 20:00 MTV Special & First mainstream media attention20:01 - 23:26 What is Fatal1ty doing now? Fatal1ty brand & tech business23:27 - 27:49 Pioneer of Game tech & hardware27:50 - 32:08 What it takes to be 12x World Champion Gamer, endurance & health32:09 - 38:34 Typical Day Training for World Championship38:35 - 42:59 Current state of Esports43:00 - Fatal1ty's legacy44:57 - a href="https://www.youtube.com/w

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On the Gamer Galaxy podcast, NewsNation delivers the latest trending gaming news with thought-provoking insights on topics that matter to gamers, while maintaining our fact-based approach to news for all Americans.