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. 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

    1h 29m

  2. May 24

    Ep. 216 - PlayStation Price Hike, Marathon Backlash, Mario Galaxy Movie Impressions

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the Spectator Mode Podcast. In this episode, we get into the buzz around the amazing Super Mario Galaxy movie, the growing frustration surrounding Marathon, and why gaming is starting to feel more expensive than ever as Nintendo and PlayStation raise prices. There’s a lot to unpack here, and honestly, it feels like the conversation around gaming is shifting in a big way. #GamingPodcast #marathongame  #mariobrosmovie #theouterhaven #playstation  Timestamps: 00:00 – Intro 00:16 – Classic RPGs deserve a comeback (Breath of Fire IV) 02:07 – What we’ve been playing 15:27 – Remembering Yoshihisa Kishimoto 17:17 – Super Mario Galaxy movie buzz and expectations 35:04 – Marathon backlash and community frustration 46:53 – Gaming is getting more expensive (Nintendo & PlayStation price hikes) 1:07:16 – Closing 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

    1h 8m

  3. Apr 1

    Ep. 215 - Epic Games Drama, PS5 Price Problems & Xbox Shifts Strategy

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 215 of Spectator Mode Podcast, we get into a rough week for the gaming industry, starting with Epic Games and how former employees were handled, and why that situation doesn’t sit right. We also break down the recent PS5 price changes and why this trend could be bad news for gamers long-term, along with Xbox quietly backing away from its “Everything is an Xbox” push. On top of that, we cover the latest Xbox Partner Preview, Matt’s experience at PAX East 2026, and what we’ve been playing. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro / Housekeeping 01:12 – Games We’ve Played 15:59 – Epic Games & Tim Sweeney Controversy 29:51 – Matt’s PAX East 2026 Experience 48:20 – PS5 Price Changes & Why This Is Dangerous 58:49 – Xbox Kills “Everything is an Xbox” Campaign 1:09:06 – Xbox Partner Preview Breakdown 1:18:18 – Last Minute Topics #spectatormode #gamingpodcast #theouterhaven #epicgames #playstation5 #timsweeny 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

    1h 23m

  4. Mar 23

    Ep. 214 - Jeff Kaplan Talks Blizzard, PC Gaming Woes & Spider-Man: Brand New Day Hype

    Send us Fan Mail In Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 214, we talk about what we’ve been playing, break down Crimson Desert and its approach to diversity, and discuss the current state of the PC gaming market. We also dive into Jeff Kaplan’s comments about Blizzard and game development, before wrapping things up with our reactions to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day trailer. If you’re into gaming, industry talk, and a bit of hype, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro / Housekeeping 00:53 – Games We’ve Played 16:35 – Crimson Desert and Its Diversity 30:41 – The PC Gaming Market Continues to Get Worse 42:14 – Jeff Kaplan Talks Blizzard & Game Development 1:00:10 – Spider-Man: Brand New Day Trailer Reactions 1:15:28 – Outro #SpectatorMode #GamingPodcast #CrimsonDesert #PCGaming #JeffKaplan #Blizzard #SpiderMan #GamingNews #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

    1h 16m

  5. Mar 14

    Ep.213 - Mega Man Recast, Nagoshi Studio in Trouble, Project Helix Details

    Send us Fan Mail Spectator Mode Episode 213 is here! After talking about what we've been playing, we dive into new details on Microsoft's Project Helix, Ben Diskin's decision to walk away from Mega Man: Override over Capcom's refusal to offer a union contract, and Nagoshi Studio facing a funding crisis that could kill Gang of Dragon before it launches. 00:00 - Intro 01:35 - What we played this week (keep it to 3 games)  10:44 - Project Helix gets more details 27:48 - Ben Diskin is not continuing as Mega Man 34:45 - Nagoshi Studio Has danger of getting funding pulled in May from NetEase Check out our other Spectator Mode Podcast episodes - https://www.theouterhaven.net/podcasts/spectatormodepodcast/ #GamingPodcast #MegaMan #NagoshiStudio #projecthelix #xbox # 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

    42 min

  6. Mar 7

    Ep. 212 - Nintendo Sues US Govt | Project Helix | PlayStation Exits PC Gaming

    Send us Fan Mail This week on Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 212, we’re joined by Jeff Young from Analog Stick Gaming to discuss some of the biggest topics in gaming right now. We talk about Valve’s latest update on the Steam Machine, Xbox’s newly revealed Project Helix gaming device, and whether PlayStation might be walking back its push into PC gaming. We also get into the growing issue of AI-written game reviews appearing in gaming journalism and the reveal of a new Sword Art Online game. Along the way, we also discuss what we’ve been playing this week and share our thoughts on where the industry seems to be heading. #projecthelix #nintendo #playstation #gaming #podcast #theouterhaven  Timestamps: 1:00 – What games we played this week 24:18 – Valve gives an update on the Steam Machine release date 26:08 – Nintendo sues the US Government over tariffs 31:44 – Is PlayStation killing its PC gaming initiative? 52:55 – Xbox reveals Project Helix, its Xbox/PC gaming device 1:25:00 – AI game reviews are starting to appear in gaming journalism 1:38:00 – A new Sword Art Online game, Echoes Of Aincrad Announced  #pcgaming #playstation #xbox #projecthelix #nintendo #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

    1h 51m

  7. Feb 24

    EP. 211 - Xbox Leadership Shakeup, EVO Controversy, Bluepoint Games Closed

    Send us Fan Mail On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 211, we discuss major Xbox shakeup as Phil Spencer retires, Sarah Bond exits, and Microsoft appoints a former AI executive to lead the brand. We also dive into the controversy surrounding North America’s biggest fighting game tournament now being owned by Saudi investors, and why much of the FGC is pushing back. On top of that, we discuss Sony shutting down Bluepoint Games, the long-awaited return of .hack, and Bungie’s aggressive new plans to combat cheaters ahead of Marathon. It is a packed episode with a lot to unpack. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro / What we've been playing lately.10:54 - .hack returns (.hack//Z.E.R.O)24:07 - Sony shuts down Bluepoint Games35:08 - Bungie Details Anti-Cheat Plans for Its Extraction Shooter Marathon45:49 - Xbox Leadership Shakeup1:06:10 - RTS fully owns EVO now1:15:03 - Stop Making Steam Machine Videos That Ignore Reality1:16:23 - OutroThanks 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. 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

    1h 17m

  8. Feb 11

    Ep. 210 – Discord Goes Big Brother, Riot’s 2XKO Layoffs, Nioh 3 Isn’t Elden Ring

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Spectator Mode 210, we break down Microsoft’s reported plans to merge PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass as part of its 2026 strategy, and what that could mean for players. We also dive into Discord’s global age-verification rollout and the privacy concerns surrounding it. On the gaming side, we debate whether Nioh 3 can stand on its own or if comparisons to Elden Ring are inevitable, react to Riot’s layoffs impacting 2XKO, and talk about the surprising comeback momentum behind Granblue Fantasy: Relink. Oh, and yes… Rave Racer is finally getting a home port. Let’s get into it. Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro01:16 - What we have been playing19:59 - Is Microsoft planning on merging the PC gaming Game Pass?29:59 - Nioh 3 is good, but it's not Elden Ring38:37 - Discord is going full big brother mode49:55 -  Granblue Fantasy: Relink Making a Comeback!!! 56:04 - Riot downsizing 2XKO team sparks concern about the Game’s Future1:10:47 - Rave Racer is finally getting a home port1:15:13 - OutroSupport 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

    1h 16m
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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

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  • Creator
    Spectator Mode Podcast
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    218
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Spectator Mode Podcast - An Outerhaven Production
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