M2 Podcast

M2 Podcast
M2 Podcast

The M2 Podcast is intended to be built upon that niche between casual and competitive gaming. Discussions cover news related to eSports, Gaming Industry, Technology and Innovation, upcoming games, interviews with content creators and etc.

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Warner Bros. Struggles, Anti-Cheat Wins, and Call of Duty's Record-Breaking Success S5E42

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we dive into the financial struggles of Warner Bros. Games, with CEO David Zaslav addressing a year of underperforming releases and major losses. We also explore how Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat system is making strides in the fight against PC gaming cheaters in Valorant. Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto shares his perspective on development costs, emphasizing creativity over budget. Plus, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 breaks records on Xbox, and Microsoft's Phil Spencer discusses the potential for future acquisitions post-Activision deal. 0:00 Intro 1:21 Updates 4:18 LVT Coaching Experience 33:02 Warner Bros. Games Lost Enormous Amount Of Money https://tinyurl.com/385vzsrj 40:11 Valorant is winning against PC cheaters https://tinyurl.com/bdhx7sej 54:39 Shigeru Miyamoto is him https://tinyurl.com/mwfxybba 1:03:40 COD: Black Ops 6 Witnesses 52% Of Total US Xbox Players Checking It Out https://tinyurl.com/mb5zhm7a 1:11:29 Phil Spencer Is Still Open to Acquisitions After Activision Deal https://tinyurl.com/4evr3udx  1:24:35 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 31m
  2. NOV 1

    AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, Bungie's Marathon Update, and Sony Shuts Down Studios S5E41

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we delve into AMD’s powerful new Ryzen 7 9800X3D, offering enhanced gaming performance and 3D V-Cache technology. Bungie provides a development update on their highly anticipated Marathon, though gameplay footage remains elusive. We also explore Sony’s decision to close Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios, and hear strong opinions from Arkane Studios' former president on Microsoft's controversial closure of Arkane Austin. Finally, we discuss the growing trend of veteran developers downsizing in pursuit of smaller, more agile game studios. 0:00 Intro 1:08 Update 10:49 AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D gaming CPU https://tinyurl.com/yuee2uwz  25:10 Bungie Gives Update on Marathon https://tinyurl.com/y4k8b59  34:45 Sony shuts Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios https://tinyurl.com/4vjkv92n  43:25 President Says Microsoft Closing the Studio https://tinyurl.com/3ww9rxuv  54:35 Veteran Video-Game Developers Are Going Smaller https://tinyurl.com/34hft8hx  1:20:48 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 29m
  3. OCT 25

    Netflix Shuts Studio, Call of Duty Tackles Cheaters, Unity 6 Launches S5E40

    In this episode of M2 Podcast,  we dive into the latest gaming news and controversies. Netflix shuts down its California-based AAA game studio, just as key leaders depart. Activision announces a new AI-driven plan to tackle Call of Duty cheaters, aiming to remove offenders within an hour. Meanwhile, Ubisoft slashes the price of the Assassin's Creed Shadows Collector's Edition and cancels its early access and season pass. We also cover Surgent Studios' hiatus due to funding issues and Unity's comeback with the launch of its highly anticipated Unity 6 game engine. Tune in for all the details! 0:00 Intro 1:41 Update 18:00 Netflix shuts down California game studio https://tinyurl.com/4cn2x897 23:17 Call of Duty Cheaters https://tinyurl.com/3wenebn9 36:10 Assassin's Creed Shadows Collector's Edition https://tinyurl.com/4rsyzp4v 49:06 Tales of Kenzera: Zau https://tinyurl.com/ye274a6a 1:02:30 Unity mounts a comeback https://tinyurl.com/bdjd6c3v  1:14:54 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 18m
  4. OCT 18

    Analogue's N64 Reboot, Ubisoft Strike, & Xbox Cloud Game Streaming Updates S5E39

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we explore Analogue's modernized N64 console, the Analogue 3D, designed to deliver a nostalgic experience in 4K resolution. We discuss Ubisoft France's staff strike over return-to-office policies, Bandai Namco's controversial use of "expulsion rooms," and the implications for the industry. We also dive into the latest addition to the Destiny universe, Destiny: Rising, a mobile RPG shooter developed by NetEase Games. Finally, we highlight Xbox Cloud Gaming's upcoming feature, allowing users to stream their own games starting in November. 0:00 Intro 0:45 Updates  15:32 Analogue Unveils Its Modernized N64https://tinyurl.com/2s4yhxj9 34:41 700+ Ubisoft France staff walk out https://tinyurl.com/4dzpxp9r 41:58 Bandai Namco employees moved into 'expulsion rooms' https://tinyurl.com/mtkstcj9 51:22 Destiny: Rising is a new mobile RPG shooter https://tinyurl.com/ye29dn34 59:04 Xbox Cloud Gaming Update https://tinyurl.com/4hc496d7  1:10:40 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 15m
  5. OCT 11

    Ubisoft's Data Drama, Halo's New Engine, and GameSir's Custom S5E38

    In this episode of the M2 Podcast, we explore Nintendo's surprising new Alarmo device and its unique approach to waking you up without game-like distractions. We also delve into Ubisoft's legal troubles over alleged data sharing with Meta, and the story behind a former Bethesda developer's departure to pursue his solo project, "The Axis Unseen." Plus, we discuss the shift of Halo's development to Unreal Engine 5, signaling a new era for the franchise, and GameSir's innovative Tarantula Pro controller, which offers customizable button layouts for multi-platform gaming. 0:00 Intro 1:03 Updates 15:01 Nintendo Alarmo https://tinyurl.com/4eyr9r86  27:22 Ubisoft sued for sharing Ubisoft Store and Ubisoft+ user data https://tinyurl.com/vda4v82w  37:16 Former Bethesda developer quit during Starfield and started a solo project https://tinyurl.com/3c7wsdwp  55:25 Halo is being built with Unreal Engine 5 https://tinyurl.com/375jjnvc  1:16:19 Button Label changing controller https://tinyurl.com/4d4xknzr  1:22:47 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 27m
  6. OCT 4

    Fntastic’s Comeback, Nintendo's Emulator Crackdown, Nintendo Museum

    In this episode, we dive into the latest gaming industry headlines, starting with Fntastic's surprising return after the controversial failure of *The Day Before* and their launch of ‘Fntastic 2.0’. We also cover Nintendo’s legal crackdown on Switch emulators, resulting in the shutdown of Ryujinx, and Hi-Rez Studios’ recent layoffs in a bid to refocus on SMITE 2’s future. Plus, we explore Nintendo’s nostalgic new museum in Japan and Krafton's acquisition of Tango Gameworks, bringing the developer back from the brink after Microsoft's abrupt closure. 0:00 Intro 01:13 Updates 10:55 The Day Before Devs Return https://tinyurl.com/mr3p8ezn 22:20 Nintendo has shut down Ryujinx, the “immune” Switch emulator https://tinyurl.com/2p7ehxxw  33:45 Hi-Rez Studios to cut a number of jobs https://tinyurl.com/muetatbw 50:17 Nintendo’s very first museum https://tinyurl.com/4xkdybd2  01:05:08 Behind Krafton's acquisition of Tango Gameworks https://tinyurl.com/4me2e9ax  01:21:00 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 23m
  7. SEP 27

    Ubisoft Cancels TGS, Sony’s $400M Loss, & State of Play Highlights S5E36

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we cover Don't Nod's rough financial start to 2024 and their decision to pause two major projects. We also dive into Ubisoft's sudden cancellation of their Tokyo Game Show appearance, Sony's massive $400 million investment in the failed game Concord, and the real reason behind Blizzard co-founder Mike Morhaime's exit, stemming from conflicts with former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick. Finally, we highlight all the big announcements from Sony's September 2024 State of Play, including exciting remasters and new releases. 0:00 Intro 1:16 Update 9:14 Life Is Strange Creator Don't Nod Pauses on Two Projects https://tinyurl.com/mwwhdx6y 18:09 Ubisoft Cancels Online Appearance At Tokyo Game Show https://tinyurl.com/bddfbyer  29:16 Sony’s‘Concord’ Cost $400 Million To Make https://tinyurl.com/ar5ztkj7 42:13 Blizzard Co-Founder Left https://tinyurl.com/mr4bdu4a 56:14 PlayStation State of Play September 2024 https://tinyurl.com/y3fcvkxz  1:08:33 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 12m
  8. SEP 20

    Pokémon Lawsuit, Disguised Toast's Esports, and Ubisoft's Return S5E35

    In this episode of the M2 Podcast, we dive into Nintendo and Pokémon's lawsuit against the creators of Palworld for alleged patent infringement. We also explore the financial struggles of Disguised Toast's esports team, despite its passionate following, and Saber Interactive’s moves to pay down debt through fresh investments. Ubisoft announces a hybrid office policy, and we discuss the future of Bungie, Destiny 2, and the upcoming Marathon as the studio navigates turbulent times. 0:00 Intro 0:51 Updates 9:42 Nintendo Pokémon are suing Palworld https://tinyurl.com/mhase5a3  17:49 Disguised Toast Is Still Losing A Lot Of Money https://tinyurl.com/y8xa5p99 31:12 Saber Interactive secures investors  https://tinyurl.com/nxvvndx6 36:38 Ubisoft will return to 3 days a week in office https://tinyurl.com/4teefuyn 58:08 The Best Case Scenario For Bungie https://tinyurl.com/3ffrzmr5  1:11:04 Outro Leave a LIKE and a comment, thanks for watching/listening! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- PODCAST ►► https://anchor.fm/m2podcast AMAZON Music ► https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/091902c3-b83b-487c-8fe7-4c96787434fe/M2-Podcast APPLE ► https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1531832410 BREAKER ► https://www.breaker.audio/m2-podcast-2 CASTRO ► https://castro.fm/podcast/6f69d373-d879-46d9-9f1c-bcf7c4bf1741 GOOGLE ► https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8zNTYwNWZiMC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw== OVERCAST ► https://overcast.fm/itunes1531832410/m2-podcast POCKETCASTS ► https://pca.st/5jghvf6e RADIOPUBLIC ► https://radiopublic.com/m2-podcast-GMZkY4 SPOTIFY ► https://open.spotify.com/show/2VedhO03IRoHERJqF6Sy87 STICHER ► https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/m2-podcast TUNEIN ► http://tun.in/pj3ZI #podcast JOIN THE DISCORD! ►► https://discord.gg/Kp5Gre6 FOLLOW THE TWITTER! ►►https://twitter.com/m2_podcast KyleHeath Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/mrjkheath MadMikeWillEatU Socials: TWITTER ►► https://twitter.com/madmikewilleatu

    1h 14m

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