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Good Playing With You is your weekly gaming hangout for sharp, funny takes on video game news, reviews, leaks, and industry chaos. Dan Whitehill and Matt Lord break down the biggest releases, showcases, and drama across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC. From Game Awards to Nintendo Directs, indies to retro gems, we bring honest reactions and real-friend energy every week. With straight, LGBTQ and more representation on the crew! Watch episodes on YouTube @GoodPlayingWithYou.

  1. 12h ago

    Wolverine REVIEWS Are ROUGH 😬 Halloween Hands-On 🎃 + Nintendo Direct REACTIONS 🔥

    On this week’s episode of Good Playing With You, we’re looking at Marvel’s Wolverine review round-up and deciding whether Insomniac’s latest AAA game is living up to the hype. Then it’s time for our candid discussion about Halloween: The Game. Is it a way better asymmetrical horror than expected? We’re also diving into the latest Nintendo Direct, including reactions to The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Metroid Ravenous, and Kirby and the World Beyond. From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:00 - Intro 01:44 - Wolverine Review Roundup 11:20 - Halloween Review & Hands On 25:44 - Zelda Ocarina of Time Reactions 37:18 - Metroid Ravenous Reactions 43:13 - Kirby & The World Beyond Reactions

    Wolverine REVIEWS Are ROUGH 😬 Halloween Hands-On 🎃 + Nintendo Direct REACTIONS 🔥

  2. Sep 4

    The Blood of Dawnwalker REVIEWS: Worth It? 🩸 + PS5 State of Play DISASTER 🔥

    The Blood of Dawnwalker reviews are in — is the new vampire RPG actually worth it? 🩸 Plus, we react to Sony’s State of Play, Marvel’s Wolverine, Maneater 2, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance and more! This week on Good Playing With You, Dan is joined by returning guest CGDannyB to break down The Blood of Dawnwalker review scores, its unique time system, Witcher comparisons, combat concerns, and whether Rebel Wolves has delivered one of the surprise RPG hits of the year. Then we dive into Sony’s latest State of Play — a showcase that left us seriously underwhelmed. We talk Marvel’s Wolverine, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, Maneater 2, Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown, and the games that actually stood out. Plus: • PS5’s bizarre new free Live TV service — and why it feels VERY Xbox One • Fable’s 15–20 hour main story and whether that’s actually too short • The packed February 2027 release calendar • Sony’s increasingly digital future • CGDannyB talks indie games and Moonlighter 2 What do YOU think? Is The Blood of Dawnwalker worth picking up? Was Sony’s State of Play a disappointment? And is 20 hours enough for Fable? ⏱️ CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 01:39 - The Blood of Dawnwalker Review Roundup 12:19 - Marvel Wolverine 16:36 - Monster Hunter Wilds Ascendance 19:42 - Maneater 2 24:45 - Crimson Desert: Charting the Unknown 35:24 - PS5 Gets TV? 44:03 - Fable is 20 Hours Long?! 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for weekly gaming news, reviews, reactions, and discussion from Good Playing With You.

    The Blood of Dawnwalker REVIEWS: Worth It? 🩸 + PS5 State of Play DISASTER 🔥

  3. Aug 28

    GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look REACTION: What We LOVED, HATED & Still Want to See!🔥

    On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we're breaking down the massive GTA 6 Netflix special. What did we love about the footage, what didn't quite land, and what are we still desperate to see more of? We also dive into the newly revealed RPG mechanics, eating, exercising, character progression, and all the little details Rockstar is adding to the world. Then, we tackle the big question: How long is GTA 6 actually going to be? With Rockstar's biggest game yet on the way, what can we realistically expect from the campaign? And finally, we talk about a GTA 6 leaker cashing out, and what it could mean for the constant stream of leaks and insider information surrounding Rockstar's biggest game. From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:00 - Intro 01:42 - What we LOVED About GTA 6 Netflix Special 12:33 - What we HATED About GTA 6 Netflix Special 24:16 - GTA 6 Special: What We Wanted to see 31:57 - GTA 6: RPG Mechanics 40:23 - GTA 6: Game Length REVEALED 44:49 - GTA 6: Leakers Cashes Out

    GTA 6 Netflix Extended Look REACTION: What We LOVED, HATED & Still Want to See!🔥

  4. Aug 21

    GTA 6 LEAK REACTIONS🔎 Wolverine Gets ROASTED💀 Next-Gen Console DEBATE💰

    On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we're diving deep into the latest GTA 6 leaks and breaking down exactly what happened. How did the information get out, what systems and features were revealed, and who was behind the leak? We separate the facts from the speculation and look at what these leaks could tell us about Rockstar's plans for Grand Theft Auto VI. Then, Marvel's Wolverine gets torn apart by the internet. With the game facing a wave of criticism online, we discuss whether the backlash is justified or if social media has blown the controversy way out of proportion. Finally, we tackle a bigger question for the future of gaming: Could $1,000 consoles actually tank the next generation? With hardware costs continuing to rise, how expensive can consoles become before mainstream players simply stop buying them? From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:00 - Intro 01:34 - GTA 6 Leaks! 11:44 - GTA 6: Systems and Features revealed! 18:20 - GTA 6: Who Leaked it and why 30:21 - Marvel's Wolverine Put Through the Wringer 37:36 - Could $1000 Consoles Tank Next Gen?

    GTA 6 LEAK REACTIONS🔎 Wolverine Gets ROASTED💀 Next-Gen Console DEBATE💰

  5. Aug 14

    Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of Fall 2026 - That Are NOT GTA 6!

    Think GTA 6 is the only game worth getting excited about this fall? Think again. On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we're counting down our most anticipated games for fall 2026, and we're leaving Rockstar's massive open-world sequel completely off the list. We're talking about Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival, the return of Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War, and the next chapter in the Gears of War franchise. And that's only the beginning. Plus, we got a brand-new Halloween game, Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2, Castlevania: Belmont's Curse and more! Which games made our top 10? Which ones did we leave out? And can anything actually compete with GTA 6 this fall? From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:35 - The Blood of Dawnwalker 04:29 - Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 08:51 - Halloween: The Game 12:00 - Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 15:18 - Castlevania: Belmont's Curse 20:20 - Phantom Blade Zero 23:39 - Gears of War: E-Day 29:30 - Warhammer 40,000: Dawn of War IV 34:08 - Clive Barker's Hellraiser: Revival. 39:04 - Marvel's Wolverine

    Top 10 Most Anticipated Games of Fall 2026 - That Are NOT GTA 6!

  6. Aug 7

    Beast of Reincarnation HONEST Review ⚔️ GTA 6 Preview Causes UPROAR 😡 Halo TANKS on PlayStation 📉

    This week we break down the Beast of Reincarnation review roundup before sharing our own hands-on impressions. Does this highly anticipated action RPG live up to the early hype, and is it shaping up to be one of the year's biggest releases? Next, we dive into the latest GTA 6 news. A former Rockstar developer says another delay can't be ruled out, while Rockstar has also announced an extended preview of the game on Netflix. We discuss what fans can expect, whether the marketing campaign is finally kicking into high gear, and why the preview's rollout has already sparked controversy. Then, we discuss new comments suggesting Xbox remains committed to supporting physical discs, even as the industry continues shifting toward an all-digital future. What does that mean for collectors and the future of game ownership? Finally, we look at Halo's PlayStation debut and ask whether the iconic franchise is struggling to find an audience on Sony's platform. Is this just a slow start, or does it reveal a bigger challenge for Xbox's multiplatform strategy? From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:00 - Intro 01:14 - Beast of Reincarnation Hands-On 12:16 - GTA 6 Event on... Netflix!? 17:59 - GTA 6 on Netflix Gets Rough Fan Reaction 18:44 - GTA 6 Could Face Another Delay?! 30:34 - Xbox To Support Physical Media Next Gen? 42:41 - Halo Sales Tanking on PlayStation?

    Beast of Reincarnation HONEST Review ⚔️ GTA 6 Preview Causes UPROAR 😡 Halo TANKS on PlayStation 📉

  7. Jul 31

    Gears: E-Day Multiplayer REACTIONS 👀 PS vs. Xbox OUTAGES ⚠️ GTA 6 Trailer No. 3 Incoming?! 🚨

    On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we share our reactions to the latest Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer gameplay, discussing the horde mode, what's changed, and whether it looks to be shaping up to be the next great Gears experience. Next, we break down the frustrating week for gamers as both Xbox and PlayStation suffered major outages. What caused the disruptions, how did each platform respond, and what do these incidents say about the future of digital gaming? We also discuss PlayStation's fan-led "Blackout Week", where players are urged not to log into PS for entire week. Is the movement gaining momentum, or is it unlikely to make a difference? Then, we dive into the latest GTA 6 Trailer 3 speculation. Between insider teases, Rockstar website updates, and the upcoming Take-Two investor call, are all the signs pointing to a brand-new trailer? Finally, we examine reports that Xbox Game Pass could eventually lose its Day 1 releases. Would such a change reshape the value of Game Pass, or is Day 1 access still essential to Xbox's strategy? From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:00 - Intro 02:28 - Gears: E-Day Multiplayer Reactions 11:23 - Xbox & PlayStation Go Down This Past Week 17:38 - PlayStation "Blackout Week" Boycott 26:22 - GTA 6 Trailer 3 Incoming?! 40:14 - Will XBOX Game Pass Stop Day 1 Releases?

    Gears: E-Day Multiplayer REACTIONS 👀 PS vs. Xbox OUTAGES ⚠️ GTA 6 Trailer No. 3 Incoming?! 🚨

  8. Jul 24

    Halo Is SO BACK 👀 Luna Goes FREE 🆓 Xbox Gets ADS 😬

    On this week's episode of "Good Playing With You," we have the Halo: Campaign Evolved review roundup and discuss whether this latest take on Halo lives up to the hype. Is it a must-play for longtime fans, or does it appear to miss the mark? Next, we talk about Amazon Luna going free and what the move means for cloud gaming. Could this be the push Luna needs to attract a larger audience? We also discuss Xbox testing ads in its game streaming service. Are these the future of subscription gaming, or the beginning of a slippery slope for Game Pass users? Then, we dive into the recent STALKER 2 Xbox exclusivity drama, breaking down the conflicting claims about Microsoft's involvement and what the studio had to say to set the record straight. Finally, we share our reactions to Marathon's Vault Breakers mode after spending time with it, and close out the show with our thoughts on the brand-new Resident Evil trailer. From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content. 00:00 - Intro 01:17 - Halo Campaign Evolved Review Roundup 10:42 - Luna Game Streaming Goes Free on Prime 22:54 - Xbox Testing Ads on Game Streaming 32:20 - STALKER 2 Xbox Exclusive Drama 40:10 - Harsh Marathon Vault Breakers Reactions 50:03 - Resident Evil Trailer 2 Reactions

    Halo Is SO BACK 👀 Luna Goes FREE 🆓 Xbox Gets ADS 😬
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Good Playing With You is your weekly gaming hangout for sharp, funny takes on video game news, reviews, leaks, and industry chaos. Dan Whitehill and Matt Lord break down the biggest releases, showcases, and drama across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC. From Game Awards to Nintendo Directs, indies to retro gems, we bring honest reactions and real-friend energy every week. With straight, LGBTQ and more representation on the crew! Watch episodes on YouTube @GoodPlayingWithYou.

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