The Press Start Podcast

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Each week on The Press Start Podcast, we get together and chat in-depth about the latest video game news and releases, all in the name of Press Start. 

  1. 23H AGO

    007 First Light Is The Best James Bond Game In Years | The Press Start Podcast

    In this episode, we break down our official 9/10 score for 007 First Light, the highly anticipated James Bond action game developed by IO Interactive. We also discuss what’s next for Bungie amongst some troubling times, and share our predictions for next week’s PlayStation State of Play. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:28 007 First Light Review 00:20:51 What's Next for Bungie 00:30:33 PlayStation State of Play Predictions 00:43:23 Warhorse's LOTR RPG 00:47:13 What The Wiki?! 01:00:10 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    1h 2m

  2. 5D AGO

    LEGO Batman: Legacy Of The Dark Knight is Secretly Another Arkham | The Press Start Podcast

    We break down the massive review score split for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Nintendo Switch 2, our thoughts on LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and dive into the controversial gameplay changes in the upcoming Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced. Plus, we debate the latest PlayStation Plus price increase, Sony's shifting stance on PlayStation exclusivity, and why Bungie's Marathon is reportedly struggling. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:40 Yoshi and the Mysterious Book Review 00:15:18 LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight Review 00:26:14 Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced Preview 00:37:00 PlayStation Plus Price Increase 00:40:11 PlayStation Exclusivity 00:46:28 Marathon Is Struggling 00:48:08 GTA 6 Pre-Orders 00:50:38 What The Wiki?! 00:59:34 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    1h 1m

  3. MAY 14

    Forza Horizon 6 Is Fantastic But More Of The Same | The Press Start Podcast

    We dive into our review of Forza Horizon 6, breakdown the Nintendo Switch 2 price increase, discuss the new Xbox Game Pass Discord tier, and share our final impressions of Directive 8020. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:34 Forza Horizon 6 Review 00:11:35 Mortal Kombat II Review 00:21:06 Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase 00:26:43 Xbox Game Pass Starter Edition 00:31:52 Directive 8020 Review 00:41:39 Aliens Fireteam Elite 2 Announced 00:44:59 What The Wiki?! 01:00:58 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    1h 2m

  4. MAY 7

    Why Mixtape Is A 10 And One Of 2026's Best Games | The Press Start Podcast

    We discuss why the stunning new release Mixtape earned a perfect score and stands as a top contender for the best game of 2026. The team breaks down the surprise Nintendo Direct announcement for Star Fox on Switch 2 and debates whether another remake of the N64 classic is what fans actually want. Plus we analyse the massive branding shift at Xbox as CEO Asha Sharma reveals a nostalgic new boot screen and signals a major reset for the console platform. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:33 Mixtape Review 00:11:25 Star Fox 64 Remake Announced 00:24:51 WILL: Follow the Light Review 00:30:52 Xbox's New Startup Screen 00:40:35 Should You Buy A Steam Controller? 00:42:40 What The Wiki?! The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    55 min

  5. MAY 1

    The Truth About Why The PS5 Needs Online License Checks | The Press Start Podcast

    We take a look at the recent PS5 online game license checks and why this move is actually a win for digital security. We also discuss game development maybe need more contract work, more changes at Xbox and our preview of Directive 8020. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:30 PS5 Online Game Checks 00:06:49 Contract Work in Video Games 00:18:12 More Changes at Xbox 00:27:08 Directive 8020 Preview 00:36:04 Saros Tips 00:38:11 What The Wiki?! 00:47:38 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    48 min

  6. APR 24

    Why Saros is an Unmissable 9.5/10

    We discuss our 9.5 out of 10 review of Saros, the latest PlayStation masterpiece and new front-runner for Game of the Year 2026. Brodie also previews Yoshi and The Mysterious Book, we unpack the reveal of Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced and discuss Xbox Game Pass getting cheaper! Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:30 Saros Review 00:16:00 Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Revealed 00:25:13 Yoshi and The Mysterious Book Preview 00:38:52 Xbox Game Pass Price Changes 00:48:22 Splatoon Raiders 00:51:01 What The Wiki?! 00:57:14 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    1h 18m

  7. APR 15

    Why Tomodachi Life is the Most Chaotic Nintendo Game Ever Made | The Press Start Podcast

    We kick things off with our review of the weird and wonderful Tomodachi Life Living the Dream before diving into the high-stakes release of Capcom’s Pragmata. This week we also dive deep into the internal turmoil at Microsoft as Pete Hines breaks his silence on the mismanagement of Bethesda and the shifting value of Xbox Game Pass. Join us for a heated breakdown of why Xbox exclusivity is being re-evaluated and whether Fable can survive a potential delay to avoid the shadow of GTA 6. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:44 Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Review 00:10:49 Pragmata Review 00:23:41 Xbox Game Pass & Exclusivity Changes 00:48:13 A Bloodborne Animated Movie Has Been Announced 00:50:34 What The Wiki?! 00:59:18 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    1h 1m

  8. APR 9

    The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Isn't Just Shameless Fan Service | The Press Start Podcast

    The Press Start Podcast discusses the massive box office success of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and what it means for the future of Nintendo films. We also dive into the frustrating reality of modern game development cycles and debate whether post launch game updates are a consumer right or a developer bonus. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:26 Super Mario Galaxy Movie Review 00:13:48 Are Game Dev Cycles Too Long? 00:23:29 Game Update: Bonus or RIght? & "Friendslop" 00:34:39 Most Anticipated Games in April 00:35:17 What The Wiki?! & Trivia 00:40:51 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

    42 min
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