The Press Start Podcast

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Each week on The Press Start Podcast, we get together and chat in-depth about the latest video game news and releases, all in the name of Press Start. 

  1. 11 Aug

    GTA 6 Reveal Is Skipping YouTube For Netflix | The Press Start Podcast

    GTA 6's extended gameplay reveal is dropping on Netflix before YouTube, Australia has banned Halloween: The Game while rolling out Xbox age verification for R18+ titles, and EA and Halo Studios are both facing fresh layoffs despite recent wins. The Press Start Podcast breaks down the biggest gaming news of the week, plus a rapid fire on Ubisoft's newly confirmed Ghost Recon game. Subscribe for weekly video game news, reactions and discussion from Australia's biggest gaming podcast. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:42 GTA 6 Extended Look Confirmed for Netflix 00:07:27 Australia Cracks Down: Xbox Age Verification and Halloween Banned 00:16:47 Industry Layoffs Hit EA and Halo Studios 00:28:03 PlayStation Aren't Backing Down Now 00:30:18 A New Ghost Recon Game 00:32:10 What The Wiki?! 00:40:20 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  2. 21 Jul

    Why We Gave Splatoon Raiders An 8.5 | The Press Start Podcast

    This week on The Press Start Podcast, Harry gives his verdict on Splatoon Raiders, scoring Nintendo's co-op spin-off an 8.5. Ewan, Shannon and James also dig into Ryan Hurst's shock recast as Kratos in Amazon's God of War series, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen calling Sony's PS5 disc decision totally irrelevant, and Newzoo's GTA 6 pre-order projections of up to 4.5 billion dollars in week one sales. New episodes of the video game podcast every week — subscribe for the latest gaming news, reviews and hot takes. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:33 Splatoon Raiders Review — Harry Scores It 8.5 00:14:39 Bethesda's Full Roadmap: Elder Scrolls VI, Fallout 5 & New Vegas Remaster 00:25:48 Ryan Hurst Dropped As Kratos — Who Replaces Him? 00:32:34 GameStop CEO Says PS5 Disc Backlash Is "Totally Irrelevant" 00:39:03 GTA 6 Pre-Orders Could Hit $4.5 Billion (Rapid Fire) 00:40:25 What The Wiki 00:45:31 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  3. 31 Mar

    Sony Is Reaching A Breaking Point With These PS5 Prices | The Press Start Podcast

    Sony has officially announced a massive global price increase for the PlayStation 5 and PS5 Pro, leaving fans questioning the future of console gaming. We also dive into the latest Nintendo Switch 2 rumors regarding a full Zelda Ocarina of Time remake and a classic-style Star Fox revival. Join the crew as we discuss our hands-on preview of Saros from Housemarque and Brodie’s take on the legendary Super Meat Boy. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:31 Sony’s Massive PS5 Price Increase Explained 00:07:55 Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks: Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake & Star Fox Rumors 00:16:32 Everything Announced At The Xbox Partner Preview 00:19:50 Super Meat Boy Review: Does The 3D Platforming Work? 00:25:09 Saros Preview: Housemarque’s New Sci-Fi Bullet Hell For PS5 00:38:58 Minecraft Live 2026 News & Reactions 00:41:03 What The Wiki?! & Trivia 00:53:07 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  4. 6 Mar

    Bungie’s Marathon Is Finally Here But Highguard Is Already Dead | The Press Start Podcast

    Bungie finally drops their extraction shooter Marathon while we dissect the shocking 45 day lifespan and shutdown of Highguard. We also dive into the massive Pokemon 30th Anniversary reveals including the record breaking Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 2 and the Gen 10 announcement of Pokemon Winds and Waves. Our team weighs in on whether the era of live service failures is finally coming to a head or if Marathon can buck the trend. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:32 Marathon First Impressions 00:10:57 Highguard Shutting Down: What Does It Mean For Marathon? 00:19:13 PlayStation Abandoning PC Relases 00:25:17 New God of War Leaks: Faye Not Kratos 00:29:09 Pokemon Pokopia Review: Best Pokemon Spin-Off Ever? 00:37:32 Pokemon Winds & Waves: New Starters 00:41:32 Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake Teased 00:42:28 What The Wiki?! & Trivia 00:50:38 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  5. 10 Feb

    Is Horizon Hunters Gathering A Huge Mistake? | The Press Start Podcast

    This week we dive into the polarizing reveal of Horizon Hunters Gathering and its radical new art style before recapping every major announcement from the February Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase including the arrival of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth on Switch 2. We also share our full reviews for the chaotic Mario Tennis Fever and Suda51s bizarre new action title Romeo Is A Dead Man plus a breakdown of the massive Overwatch relaunch that introduces five new heroes. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:29 Horizon Hunters Gathering Reactions 00:07:08 Nintendo Direct February 2026 Reactions 00:14:59 Mario Tennis Fever Review 00:22:56 Romeo Is A Dead Man Review 00:30:02 Overwatch 2 Drops The 2 In Major Update 00:32:26 What The Wiki?! 00:38:11 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  6. 26 Jan

    Predicting 2026's Highest Rated Games: Fantasy Critic Draft | The Press Start Podcast

    We are drafting our official 2026 Fantasy Critic league to predict which video games will dominate the review scores this year. Join the crew as we bid on massive titles like Grand Theft Auto VI and Resident Evil Requiem while hunting for the best indie sleeper hits of 2026. This episode covers our full draft strategy for a winning Fantasy Critic season and our boldest predictions for the years best reviewed games. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:28 How Fantasy Critic Works 00:03:41 Fantasy Critic Draft 2026 00:44:29 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  7. 15 Jan

    The End of EB Games? NZ Stores Shutting Doors Forever | The Press Start Podcast

    We break down the generative AI controversy hitting Larian Studios and Sandfall Interactive, exploring the backlash against Baldur's Gate 3 and the award disqualification of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. Plus, we analyze the sudden closure of all EB Games stores in New Zealand and discuss the potential future impact on the Australian retail market. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:50 Actor Playigng Kratos in God of War TV Show Revealed 00:04:15 Forza Horizon 6 Release Date Leaks 00:07:54 Brodie's 2026 Predictions 00:12:02 The End of EB Games 00:19:22 The Generative AI Controversy Explained 00:29:18 LEGO Pokemon Reactions 00:34:22 What The Wiki?! 00:43:59 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

  8. 9 Jan

    Gaming in 2026: GTA 6 Delay, God of War & Half-Life 3? | The Press Start Podcast

    In this episode, we break down our biggest gaming predictions for 2026, discussing whether Grand Theft Auto 6 will hit its release date or face another delay. We also dive into the future Nintendo Switch 2 launch lineup, rumors surrounding a new God of War and BioShock cancellation, and the possibility that Half-Life 3 could finally return this year. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:24 What We've Been Playing 00:04:29 Our 2025 Game of the Year List Reactions 00:12:36 2026 Gaming Predictions: GTA 6, God of War & Half-Life 3 00:45:50 Most Anticipated Games of 2026 00:48:26 What The Wiki?! 00:55:28 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

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