The Trophy Room - A PlayStation Podcast

The Trophy Room - A PlayStation Podcast
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A PlayStation Podcast Made by the Players for the Players! A PlayStation Show for all things PlayStation 5 (PS5), PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2), indie games, and PS exclusives. Here, you’ll find the weekly rundown of PlayStation gaming news, rumors, leaks, reviews, and opinions revolving around the Sony ecosystem.

  1. 5D AGO

    PlayStation State of Play Everything Announced l New God of War Game Shadow Dropped

    Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pstrophyroom Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom ****** The gaming industry is already heating up in 2026, and this episode breaks down the biggest PlayStation headlines, major studio shakeups, and the growing drama around live-service and multiplayer expansions. We dive into the possible warning signs surrounding Highguard, unpack the community conversation around Horizon Hunters Gathering, and react to everything revealed during the latest showcase from Sony and the PlayStation ecosystem. The February State of Play delivered a stacked lineup of reveals and updates. Highlights include the announcement of Kena: Scars of Kosmora, continuing the story after Kena: Bridge of Spirits, plus major multiplayer news for Ghost of Yōtei Legends. We also discuss the expanding platform reach of Death Stranding 2: On The Beach, and Capcom’s long-awaited sci-fi project Pragmata, which now has a playable demo. Horror fans have plenty to look forward to with Resident Evil Requiem, while classic fans get nostalgia with Legacy of Kain: Defiance Remastered and anniversary content for Rayman 30th Anniversary Edition. Meanwhile, competitive and action players get updates on Dead or Alive 6: Last Round and Bungie’s return to sci-fi PvP with Marathon. We also touch on major franchise momentum across the industry, including stealth reveals, RPG announcements, horror revivals, and the continued expansion of blockbuster IP. With new demos dropping, remasters arriving, and next-gen-focused projects ramping up, this showcase gave us one of the clearest roadmaps yet for PlayStation and multiplatform gaming through 2026 and beyond. If you follow PlayStation showcases, industry trends, game development shifts, or want fast breakdowns of major announcements without the fluff, this episode covers everything you need to know heading into the next era of gaming.

    1h 56m

  2. FEB 5

    GTA VI Reaffirms Launch l Next Gen Xbox 2027 Plans l Overwatch Drops the Two

    Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pstrophyroom Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom ****** This week on Let’s Square Up the News, we break down the biggest gaming industry headlines shaping the future of PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming. AMD leadership signals that Microsoft’s next-gen Xbox is progressing toward a potential 2027 launch window, lining up with the typical console lifecycle as current hardware approaches its seventh year. Meanwhile, Valve’s upcoming Steam hardware push is expected to begin shipping new devices powered by AMD chips, expanding the Steam gaming ecosystem. We also dive into Sony’s controversial generative AI patent, which proposes personalized gaming news podcasts voiced by PlayStation characters using player data and LLM technology — raising questions about voice actor rights, AI ethics, and the future of gaming media. Plus, we unpack Take-Two’s response to rumors about GTA 6 skipping physical release at launch, the latest confidence signals around the game’s roadmap, and what it means for collectors and physical media fans. Also in the episode: • Obsidian confirms no plans for The Outer Worlds 3 after the sequel underperformed • Marathon ranked mode leak details and progression system explained • Overwatch drops the “2” and launches new heroes to revive the franchise • Helldivers 2 major update adds vehicles, weapons, and new war content • Stardew Valley 1.7 update adds new romance options • Fallout TV countdown disappointment explained • The Last of Us TV future and God of War casting updates If you care about next-gen consoles, gaming industry trends, PlayStation vs Xbox strategy, and major upcoming releases like GTA 6, this is your weekly gaming news hub.

    2h 17m

  3. JAN 29

    GTA 6 Digital Only Launch on PS5? PS6 Delayed to 2029? | Highguard Charts Hot Takes

    Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pstrophyroom Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/badbit ****** This week on The Trophy Room: A PlayStation Podcast, we square up the news and tackle some of the biggest stories shaping the future of gaming. We start with reports claiming Grand Theft Auto 6 may not launch with a physical edition, as Take-Two and Rockstar allegedly consider a digital-only release to prevent leaks. We discuss what this could mean for collectors, retail, and GTA 6’s already sky-high expectations. Next, we dig into new analyst predictions suggesting the PlayStation 6 may be delayed longer than expected, potentially extending the PS5 generation well into the next decade. We debate whether the PS5 still has untapped potential and what features the PS6 would actually need to feel like a true generational leap. We also cover reports that a PlayStation State of Play is locked in for February, what Sony might show, and whether titles like Marvel’s Wolverine, Saros, and Marathon could appear. On the industry side, we break down Ubisoft worker unions calling for a global strike, following layoffs, studio closures, and a push to end remote work. We discuss what this says about the current state of the games industry. Plus, we react to the Microsoft Developer Direct, Xbox’s declining revenue numbers, discourse surrounding new releases, Nintendo Switch censorship concerns, and a packed slate of Flash News, including MLB The Show 26, PS Plus February games, and more. We wrap up with Whatcha Been Playin’?, community questions, and plenty of classic Trophy Room discourse.

    2h 22m

  4. JAN 22

    Ubisoft Cancels 6 Games Delays Another 7 l Marathon PreOrders Surge on Steam and PlayStation Charts

    Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PSTrophyroom Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC  BSYK: https://tinyurl.com/3e24bn7y  Store: https://tinyurl.com/ktbsdw3s ----------------------------------------------- This episode breaks down Bungie’s official Marathon release date reveal, confirming the extraction shooter launches March 5 on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC. We discuss the new trailer, gameplay direction, pricing, Standard and Deluxe Editions, and Marathon’s stacked voice cast, plus whether extraction shooters like Marathon, Arc Raiders, and Tarkov could challenge Call of Duty’s dominance. We also cover Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 becoming the most awarded Game of the Year winner of all time, surpassing Elden Ring, and what that means for future GOTY races. On the industry side, Ubisoft confirms a major company reset, cancelling six games including the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake, delaying seven projects, and closing two studios. Additional news includes Christopher Judge reacting to Ryan Hurst’s casting as Kratos in Amazon’s God of War series, Square Enix announcing Life is Strange: Reunion, and fans reviving Anthem shortly after its shutdown. We wrap up with community questions, underrated games, and what we’ve been playing.

    2h 30m

  5. JAN 15

    God of War Show Casts Ryan Hurst as Kratos l Our Game of The Year 2025 l Forza Horizon 6 Date Leaks

    Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PSTrophyroom Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC  BSYK: https://tinyurl.com/3e24bn7y  Store: https://tinyurl.com/ktbsdw3s  This week on The Trophy Room:  A PlayStation Podcast hosts Teegan, Kyle, and Joe talk about  This week on The Trophy Room: A PlayStation Podcast, we square up the news and break down the biggest stories shaping PlayStation, Xbox, and the wider gaming industry. We start with the reveal that Ryan Hurst has been cast as Kratos in Amazon Prime Video’s upcoming God of War TV series. Best known to PlayStation fans as Thor in God of War Ragnarök, Hurst steps into the role of Kratos as the show adapts the 2018 reboot, focusing on the emotional journey between Kratos and Atreus. We discuss whether this casting choice makes sense and what it signals for the tone of the series. Next, we cover reports suggesting Forza Horizon 6 is set to release in May, with early access for Premium Edition players. With rumors pointing to a Japan setting, we debate whether this Xbox racing juggernaut could eventually make its way to PS5, following Microsoft’s expanding multiplatform strategy. We also discuss confirmation that Avowed is coming to PlayStation 5 on February 17, priced at $49.99, with a Premium Edition offering bonus cosmetics, an artbook, and soundtrack. We break down what this means for Xbox exclusivity and PlayStation’s growing third-party lineup. It’s also time for the Platties, our PlayStation awards show celebrating the best games of the year, including Ghost of Yotei, Death Stranding 2, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and other major Game of the Year contenders. From more Xbox games heading to PS5, to major franchise adaptations and award-season debates, this episode is packed with discussion, speculation, and PlayStation-focused analysis.

    2h 2m

  6. JAN 8

    GTA 6 Getting Delayed to 2027? Rumors l Most Anticipated PS5 Games in 2026 l PlayStation Ai Drama

    THE PLATTIES Vote: https://forms.gle/3U3RAhbeDLrVfkzy6 - Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PSTrophyroom Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC  BSYK: https://tinyurl.com/3e24bn7y  Store: https://tinyurl.com/ktbsdw3s  - This week on The Trophy Room: A PlayStation Podcast, we break down the biggest gaming news and industry conversations shaping the future of PlayStation and beyond. We start with new reports claiming The Witcher 3 is set to receive a brand-new paid DLC in May 2026, which could serve as the official kickoff for The Witcher 4’s marketing campaign, currently expected to launch in Q4 2027. We discuss what a return to The Witcher 3 means nearly a decade later and whether this strategy benefits CD Projekt RED. Next, we dive into a newly discovered Sony patent for an AI-powered in-game assistant, designed to help players overcome challenges — or potentially complete sections of games for them. We debate the implications for accessibility, player agency, and the future of game design. We also cover reports that MachineGames is working on Wolfenstein 3, alongside a Rainbow Six Siege–style multiplayer project, as well as claims that StarCraft shooters and Fallout remakes may be in development at Xbox. Plus, we analyze the latest GTA 6 update from Jason Schreier, including why the game is reportedly not content-complete, what that means for its release window, and why PlayStation is said to be the primary platform anchoring Sony’s future lineup. To close out the show, we tackle a big industry question: How do we fix the modern video game industry? From budgets and studio size to jobs, AI, leadership, and sustainability, we discuss what needs to change — and what’s already working. We also hit Flash News, including PlayStation’s new Hyperpop PS5 accessory collection and the PlayStation Plus Monthly Games for January, before wrapping up with Whatcha Been Playin’?

    3h 6m

  7. 12/23/2025

    Creator of Call of Duty Vince Zampella Dead l Naughty Dog Crunch Controversy l PlayStation Wrap Up in 2025

    Follow The Trophy Room Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PSTrophyRoom Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/2PglU1a Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC Twitter: https://twitter.com/PSTrophyRoom Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/badbit ****** This week on The Trophy Room, we close out the year with our PlayStation 2025 Wrapped episode, breaking down the biggest stories, defining moments, and industry shifts that shaped PlayStation and gaming over the past year. We also take time to honor a devastating loss to the video game industry. Vince Zampella — Battlefield franchise lead, Call of Duty co-creator, Respawn Entertainment founder, and one of the most influential figures in modern gaming — has tragically passed away. We reflect on his legendary career, from Medal of Honor and Call of Duty to Titanfall, Apex Legends, Star Wars Jedi, and the record-breaking launch of Battlefield 6, and discuss the massive legacy he leaves behind. On the news front, Naughty Dog finds itself back in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. A new report reveals mandatory overtime (crunch) imposed on staff to complete a demo for Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, reigniting conversations around workplace culture, missed deadlines, and sustainability inside PlayStation Studios. We discuss what this means for Naughty Dog, Sony, and the broader industry as crunch continues to clash with modern development values. Plus, we dive into: • Our full PlayStation Wrapped 2025 breakdown • Naughty Dog landing firmly on the “not nice” list this year • A look back at the highs, lows, and turning points of 2025 • Community reactions, reflections, and end-of-year takes This is a packed, emotional, and thoughtful send-off to 2025 — celebrating what went right, questioning what went wrong, and remembering one of gaming’s true legends.

    2h 15m

  8. 12/18/2025

    Larian Studios Responds to Divinity Ai Drama l Warner Bros Sticks with Netflix l Bungie's Marathon Gets a Second Chance l Sucker Punch Founder Leaves

    Support the show Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/PSTrophyroom Discord: https://discord.gg/wPNp3kC  BSYK: https://tinyurl.com/3e24bn7y  Store: https://tinyurl.com/ktbsdw3s  This week on The Trophy Room:  A PlayStation Podcast hosts Teegan, Kyle, and Joe talk about --------------- This week’s episode dives deep into major shifts across gaming, streaming, and the business of entertainment, with industry-shaking moves from Warner Bros., Sony, Bungie, and more. We start with breaking corporate news as Warner Bros. Discovery is expected to reject Paramount’s latest acquisition offer, choosing instead to move forward with its $82.7 billion Netflix deal. If finalized, Netflix would gain control of Warner Bros. Games, including massive IP like Mortal Kombat, DC, Harry Potter, and more. We discuss whether Netflix will license these franchises out—or finally go all-in on games—and what this could mean for the future of AAA development. Next, we look at alarming new data showing US hardware sales and physical game spending just hit their worst November in 30 years. Despite heavy Black Friday promotions, record-high console prices dragged sales down, even as PS5 emerged as the best-selling console for the month. We break down what this says about the future of physical games, hardware pricing, and consumer behavior. Then we tackle the ongoing AI controversy in game development, as Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke responds forcefully to backlash over AI usage following The Game Awards. Vincke makes it clear: artists are not being replaced. We discuss where AI fits responsibly in modern game development—and where players are drawing the line. The episode also covers Bungie’s major Marathon update, including a March 2026 release date, revamped visuals, deeper PvE, hardcore gameplay shifts, solo playlists, expanded weapon mod systems, and new lore teases. After months of controversy, Bungie appears to be rebuilding trust—so we ask: Is Marathon finally back on track? And can it stand alongside competitors like Arc Raiders? Plus, listener questions and reactions on Bungie, PlayStation strategy, and shooter fatigue.

    1h 58m
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A PlayStation Podcast Made by the Players for the Players! A PlayStation Show for all things PlayStation 5 (PS5), PlayStation 4 (PS4), PlayStation VR2 (PSVR2), indie games, and PS exclusives. Here, you’ll find the weekly rundown of PlayStation gaming news, rumors, leaks, reviews, and opinions revolving around the Sony ecosystem.

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    The Trophy Room - A PlayStation Podcast
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    388
  • Rating
    Explicit
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