In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, the crew breaks down three of the biggest stories in gaming this week.
Matt kicks things off with a Video Game Fun Fact all about the Nintendo DS ML, exploring the handheld’s hardware, history, and collectibility.
Then the team dives into the news:
Halo: Combat Evolved returns as Halo: Campaign Evolved, a full Unreal Engine 5 remake built for Xbox Series X|S, PC, and PS5 — marking the first time the franchise lands on a PlayStation console.
Bethesda reveals Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition, launching November 10, 2025 for PC, Xbox, and PlayStation, with a Switch 2 version coming in 2026.
And finally, the hosts unpack Microsoft’s profit-driven strategy that’s leading to price hikes, project cuts, and studio shutdowns.
Stick around for What We’re Playing, where the crew shares what’s been keeping their controllers warm this week.
In this week’s episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, Matt kicks things off with a deep dive into the Warhawk franchise — covering the series’ evolution from PS1 dogfights to the ambitious PS3 multiplayer reboot and its legacy today.
Then, the crew dives into the week’s biggest gaming stories:
Vince Zampella reveals that Call of Duty only exists “because EA were dicks,” shedding light on the rivalry that birthed one of gaming’s most iconic franchises.
EB Games Canada makes a comeback with a massive new flagship store in Montreal — complete with community events and a trading card program.
Xbox teases its next-gen console, with Sarah Bond giving fans a glimpse inside Microsoft’s top-secret hardware lab.
Finally, the gang wraps up with what they’ve been playing lately.
In this episode, the gang discusses what next-gen gaming might look like as Xbox reassures fans that new hardware is still coming, Sony’s Mark Cerny teases PS6 graphics advancements, and game streaming continues to grow—but with big sustainability questions.
In the Video Game Fun Fact, Matt dives into the 1983 video game crash—what caused it, how long it lasted, and how its effects still shape gaming today.
Microsoft has hiked the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $29.99/month, a massive 50% increase — but with the addition of Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics, and more day-one releases, is it still worth the money? In this episode, the crew breaks down the new Game Pass tiers, explores Microsoft’s ad-supported cloud gaming tests, and dives into the rumor of a new PS5 DualSense controller with a removable battery.
Plus, Matt takes us on a nostalgic trip through the generations of gaming consoles in this week’s Video Game Fun Fact, and the gang shares what they’ve been playing lately.
In this week’s episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we break down everything announced during Sony’s September 2025 State of Play, from fresh game reveals to major updates on upcoming titles. We also dive into Asus and Microsoft finally confirming Canadian pricing for the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X—handhelds that promise premium specs but with a hefty price tag.
And for this week’s Video Game Fun Fact, Matt takes us on a journey through console pricing history, adjusted for inflation. From the most affordable systems to the priciest launches of all time, we compare how today’s consoles stack up against the past.
This week on the Day One Patch Podcast, we break down the latest gaming news and take a nostalgic trip through Rockstar’s Smuggler’s Run series.
Video Game Fun Facts with Matt – Matt explores the Smuggler’s Run franchise, a wild off-road racing series from Rockstar that mixed massive open maps with smuggling missions.
Top Story #1 – Xbox console prices are going up in the U.S. once again, with Series S and Series X models seeing increases across the board. We discuss what’s behind the hike and what it means for players.
Top Story #2 – CD Projekt Red’s job postings hint that the Cyberpunk 2077 sequel may feature multiplayer, years after the original game’s online ambitions were scrapped.
Query Corner – When we talk about “recent” games, what does recent actually mean? And which games would make the cut?
All this and more in this week’s episode of the Day One Patch Podcast!
Matt kicks off with Video Game Fun Facts by ranking the James Bond 007 games from worst to best based on Metacritic scores. Then we break down the September 12 Nintendo Direct highlights: the Super Mario Galaxy Movie (April 3, 2026), Super Mario Galaxy + Galaxy 2 hitting Switch on Oct 2, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond dated Dec 4, 2025, Hades II landing Sept 25, 2025, a brand-new Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave (2026), Resident Evil Requiem (Feb 27, 2026), plus fresh Mario, Yoshi, and more for Switch and Switch 2.Tim also raises concerns about Nintendo’s DLC strategy—specifically Pokémon announcing paid DLC before the base game even launches. We break down what that means for player trust, perceived value, and whether this sets a bad precedent for future first-party releases.
In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we kick things off with a Video Game Fun Fact all about the Pocket Pikachu, Nintendo’s quirky pedometer-based handheld companion from the late ’90s.
We then break down Call of Duty’s latest move to restore its grounded identity by cutting carry-forward skins in Black Ops 7. Treyarch says it’s about keeping the game “immersive and visceral,” but fans are divided after losing their crossover cosmetics. We also look at Microsoft and Asus’ surprising decision to announce the ROG Xbox Ally X release date—without revealing its price—blaming shifting “macro-economic” conditions.
In Query Corner Lite, we cover Larian Studios’ sharp criticism of the gaming industry, pointing to ballooning budgets, long dev cycles, and publishers playing it safe instead of taking risks.
In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we kick things off with a gaming fun fact all about the original Game Boy — its release, lineup, and legacy. Then, we dive into the biggest stories of the week. Former Dragon Age boss Mark Darrah explains why a remaster of Dragon Age: Origins and the series hasn’t happened yet, despite fan demand. We also explore Fallout: Season 2’s exclusive New Vegas setting, featuring returning characters, iconic landmarks, and the long-awaited arrival of Mr. House. Finally, we break down the latest Call of Duty news, where Black Ops 7 looks set to skip the Nintendo Switch 2 at launch despite Microsoft’s commitments. Plus, we wrap up with what we’ve been playing.
In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we cover the latest Starfield leak hinting at a new “Cruise Mode” for real-time space travel, break down Sony’s lawsuit against Tencent over claims that Light of Motiram is a Horizon: Zero Dawn clone, and discuss the Secure Boot requirement causing headaches for Battlefield 6 players on PC. Plus, we share what we’ve been playing and this week’s Video Game Fun Fact on the history of the Battlefield series.
In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we dive into Battlefield 6’s commitment to gritty realism and whether EA can resist the temptation of goofy crossover skins like Call of Duty. We also look at Microsoft dominating PlayStation’s sales charts with six of the top ten best-selling games and discuss Dead Space creator Glen Schofield stepping back from AAA development. Plus, this week’s fun fact covers a recently discovered ROM of a long-lost game that fans finally tracked down.
Sony deepens its ties with Bandai Namco, buying a 2.5% stake as part of a broader strategic partnership that could expand franchises like Elden Ring across games, anime, and merch. In this episode, we break down what this move could mean for both companies and for fans. We also cover Sony’s new DualSense feature that makes switching between PS5, PC, and mobile more seamless. Then we dive into Star Wars Outlaws and Ubisoft’s surprising explanation for the game’s underwhelming reception — is the franchise really to blame?
In the Video Game Fun Fact of the Week, we take a nostalgic look back at the rise and fall (and rise again) of Electronics Boutique, known today as EB Games Canada.
In this episode, the guys dive into a full tech reboot at EB Games Canada, with a brand-new website, faster checkout, and more self-serve tools on the way. Then it’s off to Netflix as the Assassin’s Creed live-action series finally moves forward, promising power, violence, and high-concept drama across time and cultures.
Meanwhile, reports suggest Microsoft is replacing laid-off Candy Crush devs with AI tools — including the very ones those devs helped build.
Also in this episode: a video game fun fact about Ratchet’s personality shift between Ratchet & Clank and Going Commando, and of course we finish things off with what we’re playing!
This week we cover Microsoft’s massive layoffs across its gaming division, including the shocking closure of The Initiative and cancellation of the long-awaited Perfect Dark reboot. Rare’s Everwild is also reportedly shelved, and Candy Crush maker King was hit hard. We also discuss Helldivers 2 becoming the first PlayStation-published title to hit Xbox.
In our gaming fun fact, we dive into the problems with the classic Atari CX40 joystick, compare it to modern analog stick drift, and explore the potential future of controllers with HAL sensor technology.
In this episode of the Day One Patch Podcast, we dive into some major Xbox news as Microsoft begins rolling out an aggregated PC game library, letting players launch titles from Xbox, Game Pass, Battle.net, and more—all from within the Xbox app. We also check out the newly announced Meta Quest 3S Xbox Edition, a sleek VR bundle built with Xbox fans in mind. Then, in true Kojima fashion, we discuss why the legendary developer rewrote parts of Death Stranding 2 because playtesters were enjoying it too much. Plus, this week’s Gaming Fun Fact covers the unique case of 007: Nightfire—a game with a surprisingly different PC version than its console counterparts.
Xbox has announced a multi-year partnership with AMD to power their next-gen consoles. We speculate and discuss whether Microsoft will make their own Xbox handheld and if it will run Xbox games come next-gen's debut.
CDPR is focusing on developing The Witcher 4 on console hardware in order to help with scaling. After their last disastrous release of Cyberpunk 2077 this may come as a comfort to console gamers running the PS5 and above. An impressive demo was shown off of The Witcher 4 running on the PS5 at 60fps. We speculate on whether the game will release before the PS6 comes out and whether the console-first approach is a wise idea.
This week's Gaming Fun Fact focused on Mercenaries: Playground of Destruction and how it started out life not as Mercenaries, but instead as a sequel to 1992's Desert Strike. This also marks one year of our Gaming Fun Facts segment on the show!
Later in the episode in the Query Corner Question we ask which game mechanics you'd like applied to a different game/genre. For example, would you like Monolith's nemesis system applied to an entirely different genre or game franchise?
E3 may be gone, but the spirit lives on! In this episode, we break down all the biggest announcements, surprises, and letdowns from Summer Game Fest 2025, PlayStation’s June State of Play, and the Xbox Games Showcase. From jaw-dropping reveals to indie gems, we cover everything you need to know from this year’s unofficial E3 week(s).
Borderlands 4 boss Randy Pitchford responds to backlash over his "real fan" tweet—did his follow-up smooth things over? Sony is officially discontinuing PlayStation Stars, leaving gamers wondering what’s next. Meanwhile, Xbox is making nostalgia a core feature, bringing dozens of retro classics to Game Pass through a new partnership with Antstream Arcade. And finally, where's is everyone's favorite grumpy mole from Animal Crossing? We break down the biggest gaming headlines and what they mean for players.
Fortnite’s Darth Vader AI is here, and he’s more than just an iconic villain—he’s a combat ally, a wellness advisor, and your squadmate (just don’t ask him about the younglings). Meanwhile, Sony braces for a major hit to PlayStation 5 sales due to new tariffs, possibly shifting production to the U.S. And in a surprising move, Jade Raymond exits Haven Studios, raising questions about PlayStation’s live-service strategy.
Join us as we break down the biggest headlines and what they mean for the future of gaming!
EB Games is back! The beloved Canadian retailer is making a nostalgic return after a major acquisition.
GTA 6 Trailer 2—Rockstar gives us a fresh look at Vice City and its chaotic criminal underbelly.
Gears of War: Reloaded—Microsoft surprises fans with a remastered classic, now coming to PlayStation.
Gaming Fun Fact: The original Metal Gear (1987) wasn’t supposed to be a stealth game—it became one by accident! Technical limitations on the MSX2 forced Hideo Kojima’s team to rethink their approach, leading to one of the most iconic gaming mechanics ever.
