The Gift of Gaming Podcast

Darren, Andrew and Craig get on the mics to discuss, what was meant to be an episode on the games that defined them, but it quickly turned into a fiery debate on remastered games in the gaming industry. Don't worry, we're all still friends! So if you're interested in what our strong opinions are on remastered games, listen in!FYI - Our debate was so fiery that the mics took a beating. We've done our best to manage the sound quality on this one but we're sorry its not up to the usual standard!Looking for more? Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming where we talk about what we want to see from the Playstation 6.Wanna let us know what you think? Message us at thegiftofgamingpodcast@gmail.comDo you want to listen to the episodes on Youtube? You're in luck! Check out youtube.com/@thegiftofgaming for all our episodes!

Darren and Chris talk GOTY nominees as they come fresh off the press from Geoff Keighley himself! Which 6 games from 2025 make it to the coveted spot to be in with a chance to win Game of the Year?Looking for more content? Darren and Chris give their own 6 nominations for GOTY over at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming

After months of nothing but negative news, Darren takes to the mic with Luke to discuss all the goings on at Xbox and what its future might look like, if there is a future at all!Check out the Patreon at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming for today's post show where Darren and Luke let us know what it is they would do to try to steady the Xbox ship.

Its news week once again and Darren is joined by Chris and Luke as they discuss the Arc Raiders launch, PS6 and the new Xbox due date and Gold Joystick nominations for the end of year competition. Check out patroen.com/thegiftofgaming for more news on Crash Bandicoot and a Manga based on the life of Smash Bros. creator Sakurai!Want to watch on Youtube? All our episodes are uploaded on Youtube.com/@thegiftofgaming

As Darren continues to be smoothered by a cold, please enjoy this Post Show instead! Last month, Nintendo dropped a direct showcasing some new Pokémon updates and needless to say, Darren and Craig aren't happy about it.

Darren was struck down by the winter bug and, unable to do any recording, some Post Show bonus episodes are here! On this Post Show episode, Darren, Andrew and Craig break down what they see as the absolute requirements a game should have to be a GOTY contender.

It's here! Our review of Hades II. Darren takes the mic with Craig to discuss what they like, love and what issues they have with the newest success from SuperGiant. What are you own thoughts? Let us know at thegiftofgaming@gmail.comLooking for more content? This week on Patreon, Darren and Craig discuss what games they might dip into for the remainder of 2025. You can check it out over at patreon.com/thegiftofgamiing to help support the podcast!

Its the news team supreme! Darren, Chris and Luke break down the news from September. From the latest game reviews, to Xbox Games Pass and more laws are being passed on Loot boxes! All this and more, in this months news episode!Check out all the podcasts on Youtube at youtube.com/@thegiftofgaming Want more? We're over on Patreon over at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming

The Nintendo Direct celebrating 40 years of Mario came out at the weekend and Darren and Craig are here to break it down! There are some worrying trends sprouting up in Nintendo's business model it seems and Craig is ready to be fully critical of it!There's more Pokémon news! And its not very exciting.... check out Darren and Craig's opinions on the Pokémon section of the Nintendo Direct over at patreon.com/thegiftofgamingAll our episodes are slowly being added to Youtube! Check out youtube.com/@thegiftofgaming if thats how you prefer to consume your podcasts!

Darren is away at Disneyland this week so instead, please enjoy a bonus post show episode where Chris does his best to convince Darren that PC gaming is the best way to game!Enjoying this episode? There's loads more like it! Check out patreon.com/thegiftofgaming for loads more content like this!

We're late but we're back! Darren wanted to get some time in with Hollow Knight: Silksong and Chris was just about to finish Expedition 33 so we decided to hold off so we could get the conversation flowing! Listen in on Darren, Chris and Craig discuss the games they're currently playing, first thoughts on Hollow Knight: Silksong and even Chris' overdue review on Expedition 33.Looking for more? Check out patreon.com/tehgiftofgaming for even more gaming content.

Darren is joined once again by Luke and Chris to muse on this months news! Unknown World's lawsuit saga continues, there might be a possible Jak and Daxter reboot and we've gotten a release date for Hollow Knight's Silksong after such a long wait! All this and more is available on this week's episode of the pod!There's even more news to be had, from a Smash Bros. update and info on the Nintendo Switch 1. Check it out over on patreon.com/thegiftofgaming and help support the pod!We're adding all our episodes to Youtube! Check us out over at youtube.com/@thegiftofgamingWant to join the conversation? Email us at thegiftofgaming@gmail.com Our news links:Unknown Worlds lawsuit: https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/unknown-worlds-claims-ousted-founders-pilfered-business-records-intellectual-property-and-more-in-new-lawsuitJak and Daxter reboot thoughts: https://www.gamingbible.com/news/platform/playstation/uncharted-5-leak-541041-20250813EVO's business update: https://evo.gg/news/2025-business-updateHollow Knight's update: https://www.polygon.com/hollow-knight-silksong-release-date-indie-games/Elden Ring is not performing on the Switch 2: https://www.thegamer.com/elden-ring-tarnished-edition-nintendo-switch-2-major-performance-issues/

Darren is joined by his fellow liberators; Kev and Andy as they break down all aspects of Helldivers 2! Ahead of the Xbox release of Helldivers 2 on Aug 26th, Darren and the guys cover everything from the gameplay itself to loadouts, customisation and objectives, giving their thoughts and review on the game that's brought them so many hours of laughter these past few months. If you've not played Helldivers 2 yet and are still on the fence, then you're in the right place! If you're an avid player and lover of managed democracy then sit back, relax and enjoy the show!All our episodes are getting added to Youtube! If you prefer to consume content over there, check out youtube.com/@thegiftofgamingWant more? We have loads more content over on Patreon! There's so much content over there that nows the best time to get on board at patreon.com/thegiftofgamingWhy not tell us what you enjoyed about Helldivers 2 over at thegiftofgamingpodcast@gmail.com

On this week's episode off the GoG Pod, Darren is demanding a bigger focus on PvE games rather than PvP. Joined by Chris and Andy, Darren's about to find out he's very much out of the loop....Do you consume your podcasts on Youtube? Would you much rather listen to the Gift of Gaming podcast there? Fear not! Darren is slowly adding the full catalogue of GoG episodes over at youtube.com/@TheGiftofGamingWant to give Darren your recommendations of PvE games? Email us at thegiftofgamingpodcast@gmail.comWant more of this kind of content? Check out our Patreon at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming

This week Darren, Chris and Luke take a look at stories covering Splitgate 2's own unlaunch, an Italian retro gaming reviewer getting raiding by police and the upcoming lawsuit between Krafton and the directors of Unknown Worlds, creators of Subnatica.Want more? Check out round 4 of the GoG Battle Royale over on Patreon.com/thegiftofgaming !

There's no topic for this week's episode! Just an easy chat on video games. Darren, Craig and Chris discuss everything from Donkey Kong Bananza to Pokémon, Tactics and even a little CGI. There's no post show this week due to a scheduling issue but check out patreon.com/giftofgaming for loads of other content you don't want to miss!

Darren, along with Craig and Andrew give you their recommendations of newer and older games that they believe are perfect to play now in 2025.What games do you think are worth playing in 2025? Let us know at thegiftofgamingpodcast@gmail.comIn today's Post Show, the guys give their thoughts on what makes a Game of the Year in their eyes. Check it out, along with loads of other content over at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming

Its the news team supreme this week. Darren, Chris and Luke cover an Xbox heavy news episode with updates on the Street Fighter movie cast and good news for Tango Gameswork! There's even more news on the post show! Switch 2 sales info as well as a Halo remake! Check it all out at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming

Darren and Craig have had some time to get to know their Switch 2s and they're ready to tell all! Not sure on a Nintendo Switch 2? Have a listen and maybe we can help! If you've any questions you can always reach out to us at thegiftofgamingpodcast@gmail.com Check out what PS5 games we're excited to play on our post show over at patreon.com/thegiftofgaming

The Podcast is back after a week's absence and Darren, Chris and Luke are reviewing the announcements made from Playstation's State of Play and the Xbox Showcase. With Silent Hill f, a new Game Freak game and some sought after remasters coming to Xbox and Playstation, there's plenty to unpack!The Post Show today is all about the Nintendo Direct on Donkey Kong Bananza! Check it out on Patreon.com/thegiftofgaming