On today’s episode #228, Microsoft is making moves. We talk about the Xbox leadership shake up and what it could mean for the future of the brand. On the heels of those changes they have also officially announced their next "console". What could that look like? Also, at the same time that Xbox seems to be doubling down on PC, Sony seems to be folding. The games industry is going through big changes and we'll talk about all that plus some exciting new games we're been playing.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 227 | The Rise and Fall of the Hero Shooter
On today’s episode #227, we check in on how the games industry is doing in 2026. Can't be too many layoffs yet, right? We also talk about Highguard's rough start, Deadlock's explosion in popularity with a new major update, and how Overwatch (sans-2) is trying to fight it's way back into the space. All that plus a look at a couple games that are already early contenders from GOTY 2026.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 226 | 2025 Game of the Year
On today’s episode special edition episode #226, we dive into the games we loved playing this year, talk about our most anticipated games for next year, and battle over our top 10 to ultimately crown one our 2025 Game of the Year.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 225 | The Game Awards 2025
On today’s episode #225, we’ve been gone so we spend the entire episode talking about The Game Awards. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, Children are rioting in Russia, and Ben needs a haircut, so we’re deciding what he should get at the hairstylist.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 224 | In-Laws
On today’s episode #224, Valve goes wild with new hardware, Arc Raiders sits in 4th on steam charts, and the Horizon raises $4500 for extra life. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, Apple introduces the dumbest purse ever, and GTA VI delays, opening the door for indie studios to push out more games.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 223 | AI Everywhere
On today’s episode #223, Windows 10 officially dies, which begs the question, what is supporting the backend of Windows 11, Battlefield 6 returns to the basics, and Megabonk lands the GOTY title early. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, October is still chugging along for GOTY, and Ben plays the unannounced sequel, Elden Thring.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 222 | PoGo and the Needle Strings
On today’s episode #222, EA goes private, Game Pass suffers mass cancellations after price hikes, and Wolverine gets a trailer. Plus, Marvel Rivals is still ‘not a gooner game’, October is a heavy hitter for GOTY, and Ben plays the unannounced sequel, Elden Thring.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 221 | TB50K
On today’s episode #221, Team Cherry finally delivers after a long hiatus, Gamescom has some huge announcements, and the video game world is shocked by more layoffs - this time at Bioshock 4. Plus, Marvel Rivals is ‘not a gooner game’, Ubisoft restricts family share, and Ben plays the unannounced sequel, Elden Thring.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 220 | Mario Kart Superfans
On today’s episode #220, Bungie releases the new Destiny story arc to mixed reviews, Splitgate 2 ‘unlaunches’ or whatever, and Intel plans more layoffs. Plus, EA plans to have 100 million players in Battlefield 6, Microsoft walks back prices in video games, and Ben plays the unannounced sequel to Elden Ring Nightreign.
Read MoreThe Forecast Ep. 219 | Chronologically, it's Lollapalooza
On today’s episode #219, companies be laying off more developers under the guise of restructuring, Caleb’s ‘Cultural Appropriation’ movie was a hit, the execs are in deep water with Subnautica 2. Plus, a new contender for best board game appears, Playstation State of Play shows new footage of Ghost of Yotei, and Ben quits the podcast after playing Elden Ring Nightreign.
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