From e-sports to open-world games, the GZ Chop Shop podcast knows gaming. Join hosts Greg (ProjektItachi) and Daniel (Warnurse) as they break down the latest gaming news, and lore discussions, while also delivering quality reviews of your favorite titles. From industry insights to amazing guest interviews, the GZ Chop Shop has you covered with unique perspectives that can't be found anywhere else. This is the GZ Chop Shop. We know gaming.
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From e-sports to open-world games, the GZ Chop Shop podcast knows gaming. Join hosts Greg (ProjektItachi) and Daniel (Warnurse) as they break down the latest gaming news, and lore discussions, while also delivering quality reviews of your favorite titles. From industry insights to amazing guest interviews, the GZ Chop Shop has you covered with unique perspectives that can't be found anywhere else. This is the GZ Chop Shop. We know gaming.
Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/gzchopshop.
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In this final episode of the GZ Chop Shop for 2024, the hosts reflect on the year's events, beginning with the disappointments within the gaming community, and the ongoing issues of racism and representation in gaming. They critique the tendency to judge games before release and explore the cultural sensitivity surrounding gaming narratives. The conversation also touches on the misunderstood concept of fanservice in anime, the nostalgia for classic games, and the value of the Microsoft PC Game Pass. The episode wraps up with a call for more recognition of horror games and a plea for remakes of beloved classics.
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Chapters
00:00 Year in Review: Reflecting on 2024
03:19 Disappointment in Gaming and Anime Communities
07:54 Racism and Sexism in Gaming: A Hot Take
16:10 The State of Fanservice in Anime
25:31 Gaming Platforms: A Look at PC Game Pass
32:16 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions
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