Spectator Mode Gaming Podcast

Spectator Mode Podcast
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Catch up with The Outerhaven team as they talk about news, reviews, and open table discussions regarding the video game and geek culture industry.  Check out more great content at www.theouterhaven.net. Contact us at Specmode@theouterhaven.net

  1. Jul 15

    Ep. 228 - Echoes of Aincrad, Lenovo Legion C700 & Digital Ownership

    Send us Fan Mail On Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 228, we discuss why Echoes of Aincrad has become such a polarizing game and whether the criticism surrounding it is justified. We also examine Lenovo’s rumored C700 cloud gaming handheld and question whether dedicated cloud-streaming devices still have a place in the market. Topics discussed include: 00:00 - Podcast intro and welcome 00:45 - Recent games played roundtable 15:13 - Brief Ghost in the Shell (2026) chat 18:35 - Echoes of Aincrad is a mixed bag discussion 35:07 - Lenovo enters the cloud gaming with the Legion C700 48:24 - Digital ownership and access debate 1:05:26 - Final recommendations and sign-off As more players build entirely digital libraries, the question of ownership becomes increasingly important. What happens to our games when storefronts, publishers, or online services disappear? #SpectatorModePodcast #EchoesOfAincrad #LenovoC700 #DigitalOwnership #videogames #gameshow Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  2. Jul 9

    Ep. 227 - Let's Talk About All The Horrible Stuff Xbox Is Doing

    Send us Fan Mail Xbox had a rough couple of weeks, and honestly, "rough" might be underselling it. On this week's episode, Scott and Keith, break down the fallout from Microsoft's latest round of cuts, a gut-punch that cost an enormous number of people their jobs, sent four studios packing from the Xbox family, and left id Software a shell of what it used to be. We get into what actually happened, why it happened now, and what it says about where Xbox is headed as a platform. Simply put, this isn't just bad news for the people affected, though that's the part that matters most. It's a signal. And we're not convinced it's one Microsoft can walk back from easily. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro and episode focus 01:40 - Asha email and layoffs 04:52 - Senior talent losses discussed 10:25 - Projects spared, platform reset 17:46 - id Software and Bethesda fallout 23:46 - New Xbox structure and priorities 30:06 - Minecraft, digital future, preservation 43:02 - Reset timeline and sale rumors 45:46 - GTA 6 revenue tangent 52:01 - Final thoughts and sign-off Thanks for listening, and please, if you enjoy the show, leave a rating on Spotify or Apple Music. Spotify – spoti.fi/2HsmTZ8Apple Music – https://apple.co/43Bz67AYouTube – Youtube.com/theouterhavenAmazon Music – https://amzn.to/3FE4bPMAnd if you have questions for us or want us to discuss a topic, let us know by contacting us at tips@theouterhaven.net. #xbox #gaming #idsoftware #pcgaming #gamingpodcast  Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  3. Jul 2

    Ep. 225: PlayStation Ending Physical Games? What Gamers Need to Know | Spectator Mode Podcast

    Send us Fan Mail PlayStation’s future will not include physical games, with Sony reportedly ending physical game production in 2028. But what does that mean for gamers, collectors, consumers, and the industry? Will games become more expensive? Will the second-hand market disappear? Are players losing more control over the games they buy? We discuss all of that and more in this episode of Spectator Mode Podcast. Read the article: https://www.theouterhaven.net/playstation-just-confirmed-that-its-physical-game-discs-are-dead-by-2028/ Timestamps [00:00:00] Opening banter and introductions [00:01:07] PlayStation announcement overview [00:03:07] Scott opposes digital-only move [00:17:25] Keith's PC gamer perspective [00:23:18] Retail, ownership, and preservation worries [00:31:53] Broader consequences and final takes [00:38:12] Closing plugs and outro #playstation #playstation6 #gaming #gamingpodcast Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  4. Jun 27

    Ep. 223 - What the heck is Xbox Doing By Raising Prices Again

    Send us Fan Mail Nine months after Xbox raised the prices on its Xbox Series X|S consoles, the console maker has revealed that prices are going up again. As of August 1, 2026, all Xbox consoles will see a massive price hike, to where it's going to be harder to justify purchasing an Xbox, while  frustrating its fans. What is going on? #xbox #gaming  Check out our website for more great content - https://www.theouterhaven.net Stop by our Discord channel and say hello - https://discord.gg/c7FPrj3MGj Follow us on Social Media BlueSky-  https://bsky.app/profile/theouterhaven.net Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theouterhaven Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theouterhavenproductions/ ==Subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to never miss a video!== https://www.youtube.com/theouterhaven?sub_confirmation=1 Want to send us something to review or preview? The Outerhaven 12 Glenrock Drive Claymont, DE 19703 Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  5. Jun 24

    Ep. 222: Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and Steam Machine Talk

    Send us Fan Mail This week on The Spectator Mode Podcast, we kick things off with what we’ve been playing before diving back into the rest of our Summer Game Fest 2026 coverage. That includes the stuff we couldn’t talk about last time, such as Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3, Star Wars: Galactic Racer, and more. We also discuss Sega’s recent financials, Bungie revealing Marathon’s new Vault Breaker PvE mode, and why the upcoming Steam Machine has us feeling more than a little frustrated. Give the episode a watch, let us know what you think in the comments, and don’t forget to like and subscribe for more gaming, tech, and geek culture discussions from The Outerhaven. Timestamps 00:00 Introduction 01:01 Mortal Shell II Open Beta impressions 01:54 Final Fantasy XIV, Trails Through Daybreak, and Steam Demos 03:25 Blood Dungeon Demo impressions 06:39 Lunistice impressions 09:40 Echoes of the End impressions 15:21 Arknights: Endfield 16:47 Gaming Chat With an Uber Driver 23:36 Keith's Son Wants to Play Dark Souls II Without Him 25:36 Dragon Ball Xenoverse 3 SGF 2026 Impressions 53:19 Star Wars: Galactic Racer SGF 2026 Impressions 1:11:54 Sega Financials and Underperforming Games 1:22:07 Marathon Vault Breaker PvE Mode Revealed 1:28:39 Steam Machine Controversy 1:53:27 Final Thoughts and Outro #dragonballxenoverse3 #starwarsgalacticracer #marathon #summergamefest #steammachine Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  6. Jun 18

    Ep. 221 - Our Summer Game Fest 2026 Recap Was Worth The Wait

    Send us Fan Mail Keith and Scott attended Summer Game Fest 2026, and got to check out some of amazing upcoming titles, and play a number of them. However, due to embargos we had to delay this episode of the show until we could talk about certain things. This one is a bit late due being in LA and some of the stuff we discussed was still under NDA/embargo at the time. So, enjoy our Summer Game Fest 2026 recap. Timestamps coming soon! Head over to our website to check out our Summer Game Fest content: https://www.theouterhaven.net/tag/summer-game-fest-2026/ Follow us on Social Media BlueSky-  https://bsky.app/profile/theouterhaven.net Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/theouterhaven Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theouterhavenproductions/ Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  7. Jun 18

    EP. 220 - Unreal Engine 6 Revealed, But Can It Fix UE5’s Biggest Problem?

    Send us Fan Mail Spectator Mode Podcast returns with a packed episode as we talk about the games we’ve been playing, Epic Games revealing Unreal Engine 6, Bungie adding PvE modes for Marathon, our impressions of Forza Horizon 6, and why PlayStation’s PC strategy continues to frustrate players. We also get into why exclusives still matter in today’s gaming landscape and break down the latest Echoes of Aincrad system trailer. Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction 01:45 - Games we’ve played 12:13 - Epic Games revealed Unreal Engine 6 23:17 - Bungie to add PVE modes to Marathon 31:32 - Forza Horizon 6 impressions 52:00 - PlayStation continues to frustrate PC gamers 1:03:20 - Yes, exclusives still matter 1:32:01 - Echoes of Aincrad system trailer Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

  8. May 25

    Ep. 218 - Xbox Game Pass Changes, Steam Controller News, Legion Go 2 Sticker Shock

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Spectator Mode, we discuss a packed week of gaming and tech news, including Valve finally giving the new Steam Controller a release date, while still leaving everyone wondering what is going on with the long-rumored Steam Machine. We also talk about Xbox Game Pass changes, Xbox reportedly looking at adjustments to its exclusivity deals, recent PlayStation DRM concerns, and the price hikes surrounding the Lenovo Legion Go 2 and Legion Go S. Plus, The Outerhaven made an appearance in the MOUSE: P.I. For Hire accolades trailer, which was a pretty cool moment for the site. Topics Discussed: -The Outerhaven appears in the MOUSE: P.I. For Hire accolades trailer -Valve reveals the Steam Controller release date -Still no real update on the Steam Machine -Xbox Game Pass changes -Xbox exclusivity deal discussions -Recent PlayStation DRM concerns -Lenovo Legion Go 2 and Legion Go S price hikes For more gaming news, reviews, interviews, and tech coverage, visit The Outerhaven: https://www.theouterhaven.net #SteamController #XboxGamePass #PlayStation #LenovoLegionGo #GamingPodcast #SpectatorMode #TheOuterhaven Support the show You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple PodcastsYouTubeSpotifyAmazon Music

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  • Creator
    Spectator Mode Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    225
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Spectator Mode Podcast - An Outerhaven Production
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