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Game-loft Cast
Steve Stanley
29 episodes
3 weeks ago

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine — written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Gameloft Cast is your go-to podcast for all things gaming—from the latest releases and industry news to deep dives, hot takes, and behind-the-scenes insights. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore gamer, join us each week as we explore the ever-evolving world of games, gear, and the culture that powers them.


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Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine — written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Gameloft Cast is your go-to podcast for all things gaming—from the latest releases and industry news to deep dives, hot takes, and behind-the-scenes insights. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore gamer, join us each week as we explore the ever-evolving world of games, gear, and the culture that powers them.


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Game-loft Cast
Ep9: Android Gaming Gets a Social Upgrade

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Android just changed the game, literally. In this episode of Game‑Loft Cast, we explore how Google Play Games is evolving into a full-blown social platform, complete with gamer profiles, leaderboards, activity feeds, and cross-game connections. No longer just a launcher, it’s becoming a digital stage for your mobile gaming identity.

From competitive leaderboards to stream-ready sharing tools, we break down what this shift means for casual players, developers, and the future of mobile esports. This isn’t just an update, it’s mobile gaming growing up.

If you play on Android, you don’t want to miss this one. Tap in and let’s talk next-gen mobile experiences.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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1 week ago
11 minutes 59 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep8: Xbox Game Pass Expands Cloud Gaming Access

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Cloud-first gaming is here. In today’s episode of Game-Loft Cast, we break down how Xbox Game Pass’s new cloud expansion is eliminating consoles from the equation. From streaming Halo on your TV to accessing your game library across devices, this is more than convenience, it’s a global power move. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore completionist, this shift touches you. Listen in to hear why Microsoft’s strategy is redefining what it means to “own” a game and how it may create the first billion‑player platform.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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2 weeks ago
10 minutes 2 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep7: Sword of the Sea: Movement as Meditation

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


In this calming yet powerful episode, we glide into the world of Sword of the Sea, the meditative adventure from the creators of Journey and Abzû. Discover how this poetic game turns sand surfing into a spiritual ritual, and why its minimalist design, emotional soundtrack, and wordless narrative offer a rare moment of peace in a fast-paced gaming landscape. If you’ve ever needed a video game that feels like a deep breath, this one’s for you. 

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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3 weeks ago
9 minutes 44 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep6: Call of Duty Goes Hollywood: Celebs, Scripts, and Cinematic Warfare

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


From gritty war campaigns to star-studded performances, Call of Duty has evolved into more than just a game, it’s a Hollywood production you can play. In this episode, we unpack how CoD’s storytelling, celebrity casting, and cinematic ambition have redefined the modern shooter. From Kit Harington to Kevin Spacey, from Machinima origins to blockbuster ambitions, we explore how this franchise became a cultural phenomenon. Tune in for an explosive breakdown of gaming’s most cinematic transformation yet.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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1 month ago
11 minutes 43 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep5: Xbox Cloud Goes Global… and Affordable

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


In this episode of Game-Loft Cast, we break down Xbox’s latest game-changing move, taking its cloud gaming platform global and making it more affordable than ever. From infrastructure upgrades to localized pricing and expanded device support, 2025 is proving to be the year Xbox flips the script on the gaming industry.

We explore what this means for gamers around the world, the challenges developers now face with cloud-native design, and how Microsoft is rewriting the rules of the platform wars. Whether you're a hardcore console player, a mobile-first gamer, or just curious about the future of interactive entertainment, this episode covers the tech, the strategy, and the impact.

Key Topics:

  • Xbox Cloud’s global rollout strategy
  • Pricing models & device support
  • Developer tools and monetization
  • Industry-wide ripple effects
  • Why cloud is the next big frontier in gaming

🎮 Subscribe, share, and let’s talk about where gaming goes next.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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1 month ago
21 minutes 9 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep4: Long-Awaited Legends Arrive – Why 2025 Is the Year of Big Releases

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


After years of teasers, delays, and dev diaries, 2025 has finally delivered. Black Myth: Wukong, Skate 4, Donkey Kong Bananza, Call of Duty: Black Echo, and Lego Batman Returns, this year’s lineup reads like a fan wish list turned reality.

In this episode of Game-Loft Cast, we explore what makes 2025 such a historic year for gaming. We look at how streamers, global studios, and fan communities are shaping development. We highlight how gaming culture is influencing fashion, music, and film, and why nostalgia-fueled remakes are bigger than ever.

Plug in your headset, queue your downloads, and join us for a journey through the year that’s redefining what a video game launch means.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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1 month ago
17 minutes 5 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep3: Stage of Tomorrow – Gamescom 2025 Unpacked

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Gamescom 2025 lit up the gaming world with jaw-dropping reveals, from Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and open-world Lego Batman, to the mythic Black Myth: Zhong Kui debut. Join us as we break down every spotlight, surprise, and showstopper from the event, and what it means for gaming next

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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1 month ago
4 minutes 29 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep2: Console Crossroads – Xbox Layoffs, Game Cancellations & What It Means for the Industry

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Xbox just cut studios, canceled ambitious projects, and pivoted toward a leaner future. But what does that mean for Game Pass, creativity, and the wider gaming world? In this deep-dive episode, Game-Loft Cast breaks down the human and strategic cost of Xbox’s shakeup—and asks who will carry gaming’s torch next.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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2 months ago
14 minutes 5 seconds

Game-loft Cast
Ep1: Retro Reloaded: How Xbox Game Pass Is Resurrecting Classic Gaming

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine: written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Retro gaming is making a big comeback—but is it just nostalgia, or something more? In this episode of Game-Loft Cast, we explore how Xbox Game Pass and Antstream Arcade are reviving classic titles for a new generation. From legendary pixel-perfect platformers to obscure hidden gems, we break down why retro never died—and why it might be the future of gaming. Expect deep dives, developer insights, cultural commentary, and a fresh look at the games that started it all.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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2 months ago
17 minutes 50 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S3. Ep6: The Games That Made Us: Fortnite – The Moment Gaming Went Mainstream

In the explosive final episode of The Games That Made Us, we dive into the cultural phenomenon that redefined gaming: Fortnite. From its last-minute pivot to battle royale to viral dances, virtual concerts, and its transformation into a creative platform, Fortnite became more than a game—it became a global event. Discover how it broke records, reimagined live events, and brought gaming fully into the mainstream.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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3 months ago
15 minutes 28 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S3. Ep5: The Games That Made Us: Super Mario 64 – Jumping Into the Third Dimension

In this episode of The Games That Made Us, we go back to 1996 and explore how Super Mario 64 reinvented gaming. From analog movement to sandbox design, from Lakitu’s camera to Bowser’s boss battles, we unpack how this revolutionary title shaped the future of 3D game design and inspired everything from Breath of the Wild to Elden Ring. This is the story of how one jump changed everything.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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3 months ago
15 minutes 17 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S3. Ep4: The Games That Made Us: The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time – Time Travel, Temples, and Timelessness

In this episode of The Games That Made Us, we explore the timeless legacy of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time. From childhood innocence in Kokiri Forest to the weight of destiny and temples that challenged mind and soul, this episode unpacks how Ocarina redefined 3D gaming, cinematic storytelling, and emotional design. Whether it was the haunting Forest Temple or the battle with Ganon, this game became more than just a classic—it became a memory etched in every gamer’s heart.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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3 months ago
14 minutes 33 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S3. Ep3: The Games That Made Us: Halo – The Console Shooter Revolution

In this episode of The Games That Made Us, we dive into the game that made console shooters mainstream—Halo: Combat Evolved. From perfecting dual-stick controls to redefining multiplayer with LAN parties and laying the groundwork for Xbox Live, Halo’s legacy is unmatched. Explore its mythic sci-fi storytelling, unforgettable soundtrack, and impact that echoes through every shooter that followed. Suit up, Spartan—this one’s for the fans.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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3 months ago
13 minutes

Game-loft Cast
S3. Ep2: The Games That Made Us: Final Fantasy VII – The Cinematic Turn

This episode of The Games That Made Us explores the legendary Final Fantasy VII, the game that transformed RPGs into cinematic epics. Discover how Cloud, Aerith, and Sephiroth became cultural icons, how gameplay mechanics like the Materia system fused with storytelling, and why FFVII’s emotional impact still reverberates across gaming. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the saga, this is a must-listen for anyone who loves powerful narratives in video games.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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3 months ago
13 minutes 43 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S3. Ep1: The Games That Made Us: Super Mario Bros – Platforming Perfection

In this debut episode of The Games That Made Us, we revisit the legendary title that saved gaming and built a franchise—Super Mario Bros. From its impeccable level design and unforgettable music to its cultural aftershock and enduring influence, this episode explores how a little plumber created a global empire. Perfect for gamers, developers, and retro fans alike.

Disclosure: Some part of production and editing of this podcast was assisted with the use of AI, such as filler words, making the audio more polished, enhancing speech clarity and adjusting audio levels.


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4 months ago
10 minutes 44 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S2. Ep6: AI & the Future of Gaming: Sentience in the Server – Can Games Birth a Digital Consciousness?
Could an NPC ever truly wake up? In the final episode of our AI & the Future of Gaming series, Game‑Loft Cast dives into the possibility of digital consciousness. We explore the rise of emotionally aware AI characters, emergent world intelligence, and the ethics of creating minds that remember, feel, and dream. A must-listen for any gamer, dev, or futurist wondering: what happens when the simulation starts thinking for itself?

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4 months ago
20 minutes 29 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S2. Ep5: AI & the Future of Gaming: Virtual Actors, Real Emotion – How AI Is Changing NPCs Forever
Today’s NPCs don’t just follow scripts—they grow with you. In Episode 5 of Game‑Loft Cast, we dive into the rise of AI-powered characters who remember your choices, react emotionally, and build long-term bonds. Discover the tech behind them, the ethics of how we treat them, and what happens when your favorite game character becomes more than just a role—they become a relationship.

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4 months ago
23 minutes 10 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S2. Ep4: AI & the Future of Gaming: Player Psychology – How Games Read You (and React)
What if your game could read your mind—or your heartbeat? In Episode 4 of Game‑Loft Cast, we dive into the psychology of play. Explore how modern games track your behavior, adjust difficulty in real-time, and even sense your emotions to shape the experience. We examine the exciting (and dangerous) future of games that respond to who you are—and why designers must balance power with responsibility.

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5 months ago
22 minutes 30 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S2. Ep3: AI & the Future of Gaming: Procedural Everything – How AI Is Rewriting Game Design from Worlds to Weapons
Can AI build better games than humans? In Episode 3 of Game‑Loft Cast, we explore how procedural generation and artificial intelligence are reshaping level design, weapons, quests, and player-made content. Discover how AI is changing creativity in game development—from smart enemies and dynamic quests to modding tools that let anyone build a game. We also cover the risks—glitches, bias, and soulless design—and why human oversight still matters in an AI-driven future.

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6 months ago
22 minutes 18 seconds

Game-loft Cast
S2. Ep2: AI & the Future of Gaming: Game Preservation & Cloud AI – Streaming the Past into the Future
Can AI save your favorite childhood game? In this episode, Game‑Loft Cast uncovers how artificial intelligence and cloud platforms are redefining game preservation. We explore neural emulation, smart streaming, interactive game museums, and the controversial ethics of resurrecting lost titles. From Quake II in your browser to procedurally restored fan projects, we ask: will games ever be truly lost again?

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6 months ago
19 minutes 31 seconds

Game-loft Cast

Note: This episode features a digitally cloned version of my voice. While the voice is AI-generated, the content is entirely mine — written, produced, and curated with care to keep bringing you great episodes, even on my busiest days.


Gameloft Cast is your go-to podcast for all things gaming—from the latest releases and industry news to deep dives, hot takes, and behind-the-scenes insights. Whether you're a casual player or a hardcore gamer, join us each week as we explore the ever-evolving world of games, gear, and the culture that powers them.


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