In Episode 146, "Pre Patch Leaps Into 2025," the crew dives into Zenless Zone Zero’s soft relaunch, POE2’s major updates, and Marvel Rivals.
Gaming news explores NVIDIA's game-changing AI for dynamic NPCs, AC Shadows’ delay amid Ubisoft restructuring, and Bungie’s MOBA inspired by Smash Bros. Tencent faces scrutiny over alleged military ties, Square Enix strengthens harassment policies, and Xbox layoffs continue. Plus, rumors swirl about Xbox games on PS5 and Switch, Steam OS expands, and more! Kick off 2025 with the latest gaming headlines and hot takes! So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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Welcome to this years Pre Patch Podcast Game Awards (2024)
or as it's been named ' The Gamers That Like Games Developed by Game Studios Yearly Awards!'
Join the Pre Patch Crew with S1N3N, Enigma, BillyTheSkwid, AgentScruffy, and HeyyyyyTony, as they go over their top picks for the Game awards categories and each of their personal GOTY!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 144, "Ashes to Warzone," the Pre Patch Podcast explores Necroking, Ashes of Creation, and Warzone’s latest updates.
We kick off the gaming news with highlights that include the debate over remakes at The Game Awards, Overwatch Classic’s return, and Cyberpunk 2077’s potential multiplayer sequel. FromSoftware has 20+ games in the works (but no Bloodborne), Monster Hunter Outlanders hits mobile, and GOG’s preservation efforts shine. Plus some quick hits with Avowed’s early access pricing, Assassin’s Creed Shadows battle pass rumors, and a massive lawsuit from Nintendo. So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 143, "Picnics on Brighter Shores," the Pre Patch Podcast dives into Brighter Shores, Atomic Picnic, Zenless Zone Zero, and the latest Fortnite season. Gaming news includes surprise Death Stranding Xbox launch, Dragon Age: Veilguard’s lack of expansions, OG Fortnite maps returning, and Apex Legends embracing nostalgia. We discuss Monster Hunter Wilds’ divisive weapon impact, Netflix’s Arcane breaking budgets, and Red Dead Redemption mods fixing missed opportunities. Plus some quick hits! A Hogwarts Legacy 2 update, the PS5 Pro’s quiet tweaks, and Sega’s new Virtua Fighter. So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 142, "Wilds vs Veilguard," the Pre Patch team dives into what they're playing, including Monster Hunter Wilds and Dragon Age.
The gaming news is packed with hot topics like Blizzard’s controversial $90 WoW mount, Ubisoft’s blockchain RPG, and Dragon Age: The Veilguard’s polarizing reviews. We discuss game preservation potentially becoming law, POE 2’s delay, and a heartwarming gesture from Gearbox for a terminally ill fan.
Plus, the latest on Red Dead Redemption’s value and Firewalk Studios' closure.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 141, "No More Room in Hell for Metaphors," the Pre Patch crew dives into games like Claritas: Dungeon Crawler RPG, No More Room in Hell 2, and Metaphor ReFantazio. Discussions heat up with Nintendo’s MMO rumors, Killzone’s future, No Man’s Sky: The Cursed Expedition, and the Monster Hunter Wilds beta. We explore the FTC’s new rules on reviews, Assassin's Creed Shadows’ controversy, and Denovo’s hot take on toxicity. Plus, updates on Fallout 76, Smite 2, and Hunt: Showdown. A packed episode full of twists and gaming news surprises!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 140, "Sparking All the Zeros," the Pre Patch crew dives into Evercraft Online, Vampyr, and Sparking Zero: Dragon Ball Z. Highlights include New World: Aeternum’s controversial review changes, xDefiant’s shutdown rumors, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 PC release date, and RuneScape’s survival mode. We break down Microsoft’s Game Pass cloud streaming, Ubisoft’s Meta lawsuit, and Bandai Namco’s workplace controversy. Plus, some quick hits on digital ownership with Steam, Cronos: The New Dawn’s Dead Space vibes, and retro hardware excitement with the Analogue 3D.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 139, "ISPs in Silent Hill Are Off the Grid," the Pre Patch crew explores Windblown, Throne and Liberty, and Silent Hill 2, and Off the Grid.
With the gaming news we dive into Halo’s Unreal Engine 5 update, Tencent’s rumored Ubisoft buyout, and the creators of Minecraft Console Edition launching a new project. We discuss Blizzard’s unmade Starcraft Shooter, Evercraft Online’s alpha, and The Day Before devs’ comeback plea. Quick hits include FromSoft wage increases, Palworld’s launch, and Alien: Isolation’s sequel rumors. Don’t miss our takes on industry shakeups, remasters, and the retro surprise of The Rocky Horror Picture Show! So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this new episode "State of Play, Ubisoft Sways, and Monster Hunter All Day," the Pre Patch crew dives into Echo Point Nova, Enotria: The Last Song, Mystic Horizons, and more. Gaming news includes Monster Hunter Wilds’ release date reveal, Legacy of Kain remasters, Ubisoft controversies, and Sony’s quiet price hikes. We discuss God of War Ragnarök’s mod drama and Marvel Rivals’ latest heroes. Quick hits feature Minecraft PS5, PlatinumGames’ Wonderful 101 acquisition, and Palworld’s launch. Don’t miss our takes on digital game ownership laws and the ongoing evolution of the gaming landscape!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In Episode 137, "Please Don't Sue Us Nintendo," the Pre Patch crew dives into SULFUR and Frostpunk 2. Gaming news heats up with Nintendo suing Palworld for patent infringement, Battlefield returning to modern warfare, and Skate 4 updates. Ubisoft's Skull and Bones metrics raise eyebrows, while Assassin’s Creed Shadows faces bot-promotion accusations. Discussions cover Marathon’s pricing, Sony's push for Bungie, and Final Fantasy XVI's mod controversy. Quick hits include Overwatch and WoW’s crossover, Diablo 4 MTX milestones, and Chucky joining Magic: The Gathering. Plus, Twitch's new clip-sharing feature and No More Room in Hell 2's October launch!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this new episode "Two Steps Ahead of Astro Bot," the team covers everything from space trucking to Astro Bot and Demon Loop. Gaming news hits hard with updates on Black Ops 6, Rainbow Six Siege, and Blue Protocol. Discussions heat up over the $700 PS5 Pro, Sony’s layoffs, and Microsoft’s social media silence post-layoffs. Ubisoft faces investor scrutiny, SAG strikes yield results, and Minecraft teases its future. Plus, highlights on Crimson Desert, a new EVE survival game, and Unity’s fee reversal.
Quick hits include Payday 3 drama, Roblox’s dev cuts, and Xbox’s nostalgic return of friend requests!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this new episode "We Are Always Right About Games," the crew dives into Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2, Astro Bot, and the Black Ops 6 beta.
Gaming news heats up with Concord’s swift shutdown, Rocksteady layoffs post-Suicide Squad, and Ark: Survival Ascended updates overshadowing Ark 2. Meanwhile, Ubisoft struggles with Star Wars Outlaws, and Risk of Rain devs move to Valve.
The crew delivers some quick hits which include Minecraft: The Movie, Helldivers 2 rumors, and Runescape subscription woes. Plus, Bethesda's ambitions for Starfield—can it be the next Skyrim? Tune in for our hot takes and insights!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this Episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, the crew is back with discussions on Black Myth: Wukong, Kelder, and Star Wars Outlaws.
Gaming news heats up with reactions to the Call of Duty: Next event, Concord’s troubled launch, and Ubisoft’s unusual save data request for Star Wars Outlaws. Plus, Baldur’s Gate 3’s pricing debate, Sony’s PS5 price hike, and Amazon’s bold AI acting claims.
Quick hits include Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Season 2 confirmation and more Dead by Daylight spin-off content. Catch all the industry drama and gameplay highlights in this packed episode! So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this Episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, the crew is back with discussions on The Last Hero of Nostalgia, Hunt Showdown, and Vermintide Versus.
We dive into the news, starting with Gamescom delivering big news and fresh trailers for titles like Soulframe and GreedFall 2, and we cover the highlights! In industry buzz, Xbox reveals delays for Game Pass Core titles, Sony faces backlash over Until Dawn pricing, and Twitch raises controversy with its new “Drop In” feature.
Plus, rapid-fire updates on Stellar Blade, Final Fantasy XVI, and the latest on Valve’s CS2 bans.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, we cover everything from what we’ve been playing, including Flintlock, Atlas Fallen: Reign of Sand, Bio Gun, and Heretical, to the latest in gaming news. In the news, Krafton acquires Tango Gameworks, a Red Dead Redemption PC port appears imminent, and a new Xbox console exclusive might be coming to PlayStation. Plus, updates on Borderlands’s disappointing box office, Steam Deck OS on the Asus ROG Ally, and Steam’s revamped reviews.
Plus, we highlight some quick hits which include Chernobylite 2, a Dead Island 2 co-op mode, and Skull and Bones’ upcoming Season 3. So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, we cover everything from what we’ve been playing, including The First Descendant, Mecha Break, and Warhammer 40K: Speed Freeks, to the latest in gaming news.
Helldivers 2 faces yet another review bombing, while Game Informer shuts down after an incredible 33 years. Dead by Daylight’s exciting crossovers with Castlevania and FNAF are finally happening. We also dive into Ubisoft's bribery scandal surrounding Star Wars Outlaws and discuss Warner Bros. admitting that Suicide Squad: Kill the Justice League is a disaster.
Plus, we highlight quick hits like the Final Fantasy 16 PC port leak and Black Myth Wukong going gold.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this Episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, the crew is back with discussions on Marvel Rivals Beta, NCAA College Football 25, and Helldivers 2’s massive “Escalation of Freedom” update.
We dive into gaming news, including Twitch’s ongoing financial struggles, the FTC pushing back on Xbox Game Pass price hikes, and Apex Legends reversing its controversial battle pass changes. Plus, insights on STALKER 2’s delay, Remnant 2's final DLC, and Capcom sticking with physical games despite digital dominance.
Don't miss the quick hits like 7 Days to Die’s long-awaited 1.0 release!
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, we dive into the latest gaming news, including Star Wars Outlaws’ controversial gameplay trailer, Assassin’s Creed drama, and No Man’s Sky’s impressive Worlds Part I update.
Enigma shares his thoughts on The First Descendant and Throne and Liberty. We also discuss Diablo 4’s new Spiritborne class, Apple’s approval of a PC emulation app, and Sony’s price hikes in Turkey.
Plus, we cover quick hits like Call of Duty beta dates, Resident Evil 7’s mobile flop, and Amazon’s New World character name expiration.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, the crew dives into what they've been playing, with Bill getting deep into Elden Ring and exploring the colorful world of Zenless Zone Zero. Scruffy checks out FragPunk, and Enigma takes on the mysterious Soulmask.
We also tackle some big gaming news: Xbox is raising prices with a new tier that mirrors PlayStation Plus Extra, but is it worth it? We discuss the troubling sales data for Hellblade 2, and the delay of Black Myth Wukong on Xbox due to optimization issues. Plus, we cover the formation of Palworld Entertainment under Sony, Elden Ring's player resurgence for the DLC, and how the game had to dial down its difficulty after player backlash.
In the Quick Hits segment, we discuss Xbox Series X|S potentially getting PS3 emulation support, Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom becoming the most wishlisted game from Nintendo Direct, and Stellar Blade breaking 1 million sales. We also talk about Steam's new recording and clipping feature, the last-minute delay of Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League Season 2, and rumors about Xbox scaling back marketing in Europe.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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In this episode of the Pre Patch Podcast, the crew dives into what they’ve been playing, with SIN's been exploring the vast universe of Star Citizen and setting sail in Skull and Bones, while Enigma takes on the gritty action of Fallen Aces.
We also cover a packed week of gaming news, including the latest announcements from the Nintendo Direct, the unfortunate closure of Galvanic Games, and Bluepoint confirming they're still working on an original title (no Bloodborne in sight, though). We discuss Sony’s decision to skip Gamescom 2024, while Xbox confirms their attendance, and FromSoftware's surprising support for the Elden Ring seamless co-op mod.
In our Quick Hits, we touch on the Xbox 360 store shutting down, Microsoft refunding purchases of Redfall’s premium edition, YouTube’s new fact-checking pilot, and the controversy surrounding the Banana Game. We also talk about Todd Howard shutting down remake rumors, Embracer closing the Alone in the Dark studio, and Miyazaki’s commitment to protecting FromSoftware employees from layoffs.
So grab your favorite gaming snack, settle in, and get ready for an unforgettable episode of the Pre Patch Podcast. We're here to entertain, inform, and ignite your passion for all things gaming. Let's do this!
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