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. 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

  2. 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

  3. 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

  4. 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

  5. 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

  6. FEB 4

    Ep. 209 - Xbox Developer Direct | New Dragon Ball Game | GDC 2026 Concerns

    Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to Spectator Mode Podcast! In episode 209 we dig into big shifts across the gaming industry, including reports that the Game Developers Conference may be seeing a drop in international attendance and what that means for developers worldwide. We also break down the latest Xbox Developer Direct, react to the Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary announcements, and revisit Highguard and what its struggles say about live service games. To wrap things up, we tackle a big question: can publishers succeed without major media outlets as more companies go straight to influencers and their own platforms? **Keith apologizes for this crappy voice quality. Apparently, his XLR cable decided to give up the ghost and didn't tell him** Timestamps 00:00 – intro 01:15 – Games we've played recently 11:08 – GDC losing its foreign audience 23:48 – Xbox Developer Direct 31:00 – Dragon Ball 40th Anniversary announcements 35:07 – What's going on with Highguard 40:45 – Can publishers succeed without major outlets 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/ 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

    57 min

  7. JAN 24

    Ep. 208 - CES 2026 Impressions | Highguard Hype | Gaming & Media Layoffs

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 208 of Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew dives into what they’ve been playing lately before shifting gears into industry talk and firsthand event coverage. Keith shares his experience attending CES 2026, including the tech, gaming hardware, and trends that caught his attention on the show floor. From there, the discussion turns to Highguard and whether anyone is truly hyped for it, followed by a serious conversation about the latest wave of gaming industry and games media layoffs and what it means for the future of coverage and development. It’s a mix of games, tech, and real talk about where the industry is heading. Timestamps 00:00 – Intro  01:59 – Games We’ve Played  27:35 – Keith Went to CES 2026  41:20 – Is Anyone Excited for Wildlight Entertainment's Highguard  51:45 – Gaming Industry and Gaming Media Layoffs  1:15:50 – Outro 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. JAN 13

    Ep. 207: GameStop Closes Stores | PC Gaming Just Got Super Expensive

    Send us Fan Mail We’re back! After taking a month-long break to recharge and deal with the holidays, the crew returns to break down a few topics that matter in the gaming world. In Episode 207, we recap 2025, talk about what we’re looking forward to in 2026, discuss the rising prices of PC RAM and GPUs and how it impacts PC gaming, and cover GameStop closing even more stores. Plus, we hit a few other topics too… because of course we still manage to go off the rails. But hey, that’s why you love us. So yeah… welcome back! Episode 207 Timestamps 00:00 – Intro  10:37 – What We Have Been Playing  17:47 – 2025 Recap  52:58 – Wishes and Plans for 2026  1:09:22 – PC Gaming just got even more expensive 1:28:29 – GameStop Closing More Stores  1:37:00 – Outro #GamingPodcast #VideoGames #GamingNews #gameindustry  Make sure to listen, drop a comment, and share the episode if you enjoyed it. And we want to hear from you: what topics do you want us to cover in the next episode? 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 38m
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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
    215
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 Spectator Mode Podcast - An Outerhaven Production
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