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Good Playing With You is your weekly gaming hangout for sharp, funny takes on video game news, reviews, leaks, and industry chaos. Dan Whitehill and Matt Lord break down the biggest releases, showcases, and drama across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC. From Game Awards to Nintendo Directs, indies to retro gems, we bring honest reactions and real-friend energy every week. With straight, LGBTQ and more representation on the crew! Watch episodes on YouTube @GoodPlayingWithYou.
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Today we're diving into the Borderlands 4 review bombshells--but is the PC performance killing the hype?Next, we break down the chaos around Hollow Knight: Silksong--is this game way too hard for its own good?Plus, Marvel Rivals loot boxes might be coming in Season 4...and we’re not holding back our takes.Meanwhile, Dying Light: The Beast is almost here, but nobody’s talking about it. Could this game be DOA?And finally, Nintendo’s wild new patent could threaten the entire monster-taming genre. How did it come to this?!From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.Borderlands 4 Golden KeysT9RJB-BFKRR-3RBTW-B33TB-KCZB9THRBT-WW6CB-56TB5-3B3BJ-XBW3X00:00 - Intro00:59 - Borderlands Review Round Up10:20 - Hollow Knight: Silksong's Crazy First Week20:31 - Marvel Rivals Loot Boxes Could Be Coming27:29 - Does Dying Light Stand a Chance Next Week?33:42 - Far Cry 7's Surprising New Focus41:11 - Nintendo's Patents Threaten Entire Monster Taming Industry47:40 - Vampire Mascarade Bloodlines 2 Changes49:37 - Dead Island 3 In Production50:36 - Destiny 2/Star Wars Crossover Make or Break?52:43 - Gears of War NOT Selling on PS5#borderlands #borderlands4 #videogames #videogamespodcast #silksong #marvelrivals
This week on "Good Playing With You," reviews are in for John Carpenter's Toxic Commando. Does it seem like the game is actually worth $40?Plus, Xbox brings a new "Xbox Mode" to Windows 11 PCs in April, 2026. So what's really going on here?!Also, Crimson Desert comes out soon, but where is all the gameplay footage on console. Hopefully this highly anticipated game releases without issue!Then, Fortnite fans are in an uproar over the latest price hike for V-Bucks. Will the players actually boycott the uber popular battle royale?Finally, Valve responds to an outrageous claim made by the New York Attorney General in their suit over loot boxes.From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro01:52 - Toxic Commando Review RoundUp08:45 - Microsoft Launches "Xbox Mode" on PC17:27 - Crimson Desert's Rough Week25:22 - Fortnite's Fan Uproar Over V-Bucks Changes34:17 - Valve & NYC Attorney General Go To WarNEW VIDEOGAMES WE'RE PAYING40:04 - Marathon Impressions 1 Week Later44:14 - Resident Evil 9 is Overhyped49:09 - Minishoot Adventures is AWESOME!
This week on "Good Playing With You," we discuss Bungie's new FPS Marathon. How is Lord feeling about the game after the Server Slam?Plus, after Dan sank time into Resident Evil Requiem, is the latest Capcom horror title worth buying? We share our take.Also, a new Xbox called Project Helix is on the horizon. Get all the details on the console and what it means for Microsoft.Then, PlayStation pulls back on PC releases. So, what's the real reason behind Sony's unexpected move?Finally, Highguard is officially dead just like physical media!From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro00:56 - Marathon Beta Reaction12:42 - Resident Evil 9 Reaction26:43 - New Xbox CEO Confirms "Project Helix" Next Gen Console 38:07 - PlayStation to Stop PC Releases43:10 - Physical Media Sales at All-Time Low49:16 - Highguard is Shutting Down
This week on "Good Playing With You," we discuss the insane reviews that are pouring in over Resident Evil Requiem. But is it all high praise for Capcom's new horror title?Plus, Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond are out at Xbox. So, what is going to happen at Microsoft after such an insane shakeup?Then, Marathon's server slam is in full swing. Can Bungie's new extraction shooter really beat the odds and be a great game?Also, a rumored Bioshock movie and game are in the works. But can we really expect Netflix to stick the landing with the highly anticipated flick?Finally, there is a new contender for worst game of 2026--and guess what, it's a Switch 2 exclusive!From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro00:54 - Resident Evil 9: Requiem Review Roundup08:48 - Fake AI Metacritic Reviews15:27 - HUGE Xbox Changes. What's Next?30:58 - Marathon Sales Are Blowing Up36:14 - Bioshock Movie AND Game43:48 - Nintendo Promotes "Worst Game of 2026"
This week on "Good Playing With You," we have the very latest on The Elder Scrolls 6 straight from Todd Howard. Are we getting hyped for the highly anticipated fantasy game?Plus, here's why new FPS Highguard is in for a world of hurt. From its secret backer to plummeting player count, we have it all.Then, Sony makes a shocking decision to shut down Bluepoint Games who are known for the exceptional remakes. What is really going on here?Also, Valve addresses why the Steam Deck has been out of stock. And you may already know what to blame for it.Finally, Logan Paul sells an extremely rare Pikachu Pokemon card for how much money? Find out!From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro01:46 - Elder Scrolls 6 Details08:27 - Highguard's Drama-Filled Week20:05 - Sony's Shocking Game Studio Closure32:30 - Valve Breaks Silence on Steam Deck Scarcity39:25 - Logan Paul Sells Pikachu Card For $17MFrom news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.
The February 2026 Sony PlayStation State of Play brought the heat, and we’re breaking it all down.This week on "Good Playing With You," we react to the biggest reveals, surprise announcements, and crazy moments from PlayStation's latest showcase. Including the stylish John Wick game, Metal Gear Solid Vol. 2, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach for PC, Silent Hill: Townfall, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse and many more.Hear what caught our attention (for better or worse). And find out how we graded the show!From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro02:09 - Untitled John Wick Game07:51 - Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 212:37 - Project Windless (Chicken Game)17:52 - Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (PC Release Announcement)22:40 - Yakoh: Shinobi Ops26:42 - Marathon FREE Beta Weekend32:48 - Silent Hill: Townfall37:35 - Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse43:48 - God of War Trilogy Remake & God of War: Sons of Sparta49:00 - Final Grades👉 Subscribe for weekly takes on video games, reactions, and industry news.
On this episode of "Good Playing With You," we get angry over the latest Nintendo Partner Direct. With games like Tokyo Scramble and Oblivion in the lineup, what is there to really be excited about?Plus, the strongest next-gen Xbox rumors are here! Can we really see this new system come out as early as 2027?Then, Overwatch gears up to release their biggest update ever. Here's what you can expect from the insane changes to the hit hero shooter.Also, Obsidian is done with Outerworlds franchise. What caused this major collapse?Finally, how is Grand Theft Auto Online still going strong after all these years and will it still be supported when GTA6 releases? Here's the deal.From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro00:56 - Nintendo Partner Direct Reactions12:13 - Nintendo Weaker Switch 2 Sales15:05 - Sony Is Stockpiling Memory for PS517:45 - Next-Gen Xbox Could Launch in 202723:49 - Steam Machine Price Non-Update32:13 - Overwatch's Biggest Update Ever38:37 - Outer Worlds Franchise Finished43:16 - GTA Online Continues After GTA6
On this episode of "Good Playing With You," we get real on when fans can expect Sony's PS6. Is it likely to come in 2029?Plus, we have to talk about that Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Nintendo Direct. Is this game worth picking up?Then, Crimson Desert drops 15 minutes of gameplay and we have to wonder if this game is just too good to be true!Also, Highguard gets the Concord special with an abysmal launch. How long can this new FPS really keep going?Leon Kennedy seems to just keep getting hotter--especially in Resident Evil Requiem. So, who is responsible for this dashing looks?Finally, Nintendo has the audacity to censor Dispatch on the Switch 2. Just how pissed are we?From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro02:07 - No PS6 Until 2029 or Later?11:06 - Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream Reactions17:06 - Could Crimson Desert be REALLY Awesome or a total disappointment?26:47 - Is Highguard in Trouble?37:16 - Female Capcom Staff Made Leon Hot42:43 - Dispatch Censored on Nintendo Switch
The latest Xbox Showcase had some real highs — and a few head-scratchers.This week on Good Playing With You, we break down our full reactions to the Xbox Showcase, including why Fable completely stole the show, why Beast of Reincarnation left us conflicted, and what to make of Double Fine’s very strange (but very creative) multiplayer game Kiln.Outside the showcase, we also dive into new Resident Evil remake rumors, including growing buzz that Resident Evil Code: Veronica could be Capcom’s next remake — and whether that’s actually what the series needs right now.We also talk about:Xbox’s rumored free, ad-supported cloud gaming tierWhether Game Pass with ads is inevitableUbisoft’s ongoing struggles, cancellations, and delays🎙️ Joined this week by Lawson from Super Wall Jump, bringing sharp takes, skepticism, and a whole lot of honest gaming discourse.If you like smart, funny conversations about where video games are headed — you’re in the right place.00:00 - Intro - Xbox Showcase01:40 - Forza Horizon 6 Trailer Reaction06:13 - Beast of Reincarnation Reaction12:15 - Kiln Trailer Reaction16:30 - Fable Trailer Reaction28:52 - Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake Leak36:22 - Free Xbox Game Pass With Ads?44:00 - Ubisoft Cancels Prince of Persia
This week on Good Playing With You, we break down Fortnite’s most controversial update yet as creator-made islands introduce loot boxes and gambling-style microtransactions, raising serious concerns about monetization in one of gaming’s biggest platforms. We also dig into Steam Machine price leaks, with rumors ranging from $600 to $1,000, and debate who Valve’s new hardware is actually for.Then we tackle Meta shutting down multiple VR studios and laying off hundreds of developers — is this just a reset, or is VR officially dead?Plus, we cover a wild Monster Hunter Wilds performance bug where owning more DLC actually improves frame rates. In our Hollywood roundup, we react to Amazon’s God of War TV series casting, the first look at Tomb Raider starring Sophie Turner, and the newly announced Fallout Shelter reality competition show. Packed with debate, reactions, and weekly gaming news.00:00 - Intro01:51 - Fortnite enables Gambling and Predatory Microtransactions12:46 - Steam Machine Price "Leaks" Range from $600 - $1000 this week. What's the most you'd pay?20:19 - Meta Shutting Down 3 Studios - Is VR Dead?27:47 - Monster Hunter Wilds PC Glitch Discovered By FanHollywood News Round Up35:48 - Ryan Hurst Cast As Kratos In ‘God of War’40:21 - Sophie Turner Becomes Lara Croft in Tomb Raider Series44:42 - Fallout Shelter Reality Show- Random - But would you do it?
Today we sound off on the wild rumors about The Witcher 3 DLC that could be coming out 10 years after the game's release.Plus, Switch 2 doesn't perform up to expectations during the 2025 holiday season. What went wrong?Then, Rainbow Six Siege gets hacked which gave players billions in in-game currency.South Park joins Fortnight in a wild turn of events. Is this a welcome addition to the super popular battle royale?A new Red Dead Redemption 2 mystery has ambitious players searching for answers.Finally, Marathon has a fresh coat of paint! Is Bungie's new shooter set to actually be a hit? From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro01:56 - The Witcher 3 Getting NEW DLC?!10:53 - Switch 2 Sales Slump20:40 - Rainbow Six Siege Hacked!00:00 - South Park Comes to Fortnite Reactions35:01 - New Red Dead Redemption 2 Mystery Uncovered40:48 - Marathon's JAW DROPPING Makeover
We’re starting the year with our boldest 2026 gaming predictions and New Year hot takes. We break down the most anticipated games of 2026, the upcoming releases that feel extremely sus, and what gamers should actually be excited (or worried) about. From GTA 6 and Half-Life 3 rumors to Valve’s next move, the Xbox handheld, and games like Wolverine, Marathon, Gears of War: E-Day, Destiny 2, Resident Evil Requiem, Pragmata, Fable, and more — plus our annual Nerdstradumbass predictions and industry chaos to kick off the year.🎮 Most anticipated games (NOT GTA 6) • 🕵️ “Most Sus” list • 🔮 Nerdstradumbass predictions00:00 - Intro01:13 - Most Anticipated Games of 2026 that aren't GTA609:49 - Most Sus Games of 2026 (Concord Award)19:25 - Craziest Predictions for 2026 Revealed!36:58 - What you are playing over the holiday?
2025 was a wild year for video games — and we’re handing out our own unhinged awards. From overhyped disappointments and glitch-filled disasters to the games we couldn’t stop playing, we break down the best and worst games of 2025. We debate Borderlands 4, Silksong, Expedition 33, Cyberpunk 2077, Elden Ring rage moments, Switch 2 shockers, Game Pass price hikes, and even gaming conspiracy theories that might be real. Buckle up — this one gets spicy.00:00 - Intro01:29 - Best Game to Force Your Friends To Try05:50 - Best Glitchy/Broken Game11:17 - The Most Overhyped Game15:48 - Game Most Likely to Be Remade18:26 - The Controller Chucker Award24:24 - The Best Surprisingly Good Game30:36 - Best video game conspiracy theories of 202536:07 - Most Shocking/Memorable Moments of 202541:33 - Biggest Disappointments of 202549:23 - Games We Played Most in 2025From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.
On this episode of "Good Playing With You," we weigh in on Battlefield 6's battle for the U.S. sales charts. Do they have a shot at claiming the throne over Call of Duty: Black Ops 7? Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke tries to clarify the studio's stance on generative AI. Are we okay with his statement?Plus, Clair Obscur's budget was only a measly $10 million. So how did Sandfall pull off this incredible feat? Then, we do a follow up on GameStops wild trade anything day. What was the craziest thing that got traded in?Finally, Marathon is dropping March 2026. Is this new Bungie game DOA for real? We sound off.00:00 - Intro01:23 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 Loses Top Sales Spot for 202510:17 - Baldur's Gate Maker Larian Faces AI Backlash19:45 - Expedition 33 Budget Remarkably Small26:10 - GameStop's "Trade Anything Day" Chaos31:22 - Marathon Will Be $40, Launches in March38:04 - Nvidia to Cut GPU Supply in 2026
Today we’re reacting to the best game reveals from The Game Awards 2025 — breaking down which games stole the show and which ones might be worth skipping.From Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic and Tomb Raider to Divinity, Resident Evil Requiem, Control: Resonant, and more, we dig into what impressed us, what surprised us, and which reveals might be overhyped. If you missed the event or want honest reactions to the most talked-about games of 2025, this is the recap you need.From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro01:40 - Star Wars: Fate of the Old Republic 05:26 - The Free Shepard08:22 - Divinity13:02 - Resident Evil Requiem18:03 - Control Resonant22:40 - Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis26:30 - Tomb Raider: Catalyst29:00 - Mega Man Duel Override33:23 - 4:Loop37:14 - John Carpenter's Toxic Commando40:34 - Street Fighter Movie Trailer45:08 - Total War: Warhammer 40k48:30 - 007 First light53:02 - Saros 55:59 - Best Game of the Show58:02 - Worst Game of the Show01:01:08 - Final Show GradeGood Playing With You is your weekly PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming podcast — don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!
Metroid Prime 4: Beyond reviews are here, and the reactions are surprising. We break down what critics loved and what missed the mark. Then we dig into Geoff Keighley’s mysterious Game Awards statue tease and the leading fan theories. Plus, Helldivers 2 pulls off an insane 85% PC file-size cut. So why is the unexpected win putting us in a bad mood? We wrap with our Thanksgiving games, including Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Metal Gear Solid Delta, Returnal, Spider-Man, Arkham City, Jump Ship, and Fortnite.00:00 - Intro01:05 - Metroid Prime 4 Review Roundup08:32 - Metroid Players Have to PAY for Music12:26 - Kotaku Shills for Switch 2 Using Prime 418:16 - The Game Awards Mysterious Statue24:05 - Helldivers 2 Extreme File Size Reduction on PC28:51 - Is Cloud Gaming Inevitable?33:23 - What We Played Over ThanksgivingGood Playing With You is your weekly PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming podcast — don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!
Huge Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake date leak! We break down the new report, plus updates on the Assassin’s Creed Netflix series and the Far Cry TV show coming to FX/Hulu. We also cover leaked Prince of Persia: Sands of Time Remake footage, Splitgate 2’s relaunch, and Expedition 33’s Game Awards buzz. Then we share our Thanksgiving weekend games and the best Black Friday deals you should grab.00:00 - Intro01:17 - Black Flag Release Date LEAK?!06:50 - Assassin's Creed Netflix Show13:55 - Far Cry TV Show With Hulu & FX20:16 - Footage of Prince of Persia Remake Leaks24:43 - Splitgate 2's Relaunch Plan30:36 - Expedition 33 Star's Game Awards Nom Reaction37:46 - Our Thanksgiving Break Video Games52:07 - Favorite Black Friday DealsGood Playing With You is your weekly PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming podcast — don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!
The Xbox Partner Showcase delivered a surprising lineup this week, and we break down every standout moment, including Armatus, 007: First Light, Total Chaos, Zoopunk, CloverPit, Tides of Annihilation, and more. We also share our final grades for the showcase.Then we jump into the extremely harsh early reviews for Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and talk about what went wrong with the campaign and online-only setup. We also react to this year’s Game Awards nominations, covering the biggest surprises and likely winners.Additional topics include Valve’s reaction to the rumored Steam Machine pricing, GameStop’s viral “Trade Anything Day,” and the unexpected Borderlands 4 free DLC drop.00:00 - Intro01:00 - Best Games at Microsoft's Showcase01:18 - Armatus 04:01 - 007: First Light07:16 - Roadside Research08:55 - Total Chaos (shadow drop)12:08 - Zoopunk16:00 - CloverPit18:47 - Tides of Annihilation21:41 - Xbox Partner Showcase Grades25:33 - Call of Duty: Black Ops 7's Shocking Reviews32:34 - Game Awards Nominee Reactions42:54 - Valve Reacts Negatively to $500 Steam Machine Price47:46 - GameStop "Trade Anything Day" Scam53:00 - Borderlands 4 Free DLC Drop
Today we break down Valve’s epic announcement of a brand-new console, controller and VR headset. What could mean for the future of PC-style gaming?We also take a look at the new Fallout season 2 trailer and how it stacks up against fan expectations ahead of the Amazon Prime show’s premiere in December.Nintendo drops the Super Mario Galaxy Movie trailer, and we’re digging into everything that was shown off.Sony is reportedly furious with Bungie after under-performance across the board, and the company is now taking a massive $204 million hit as Destiny 2 falls short. What does this mean for the future of Destiny?Meanwhile, Sony slashes the PS5 price in Japan, raising questions about global pricing. What's our take?Fortnite is bringing back loot boxes, but only for creator-made islands. The community reaction is already heating up.A new listing suggests Pokémon Pokopia may actually be only releasing on a game-card, and the outrage is real!And finally, in corporate blunder news, Battlefield 6’s new Veteran’s Day pack doesn’t directly benefit veterans.From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro01:04 - Valve's New Console, Controller and VR Headset17:53 - Super Mario Galaxy Trailer Reactions24:30 - Fallout Season 2 Trailer Reactions29:31 - Destiny 2 Costs Sony A $204 Million Hit34:47 - Sony Drops PS5 Price in Japan39:10 - Fortnite Brings Back Loot Boxes44:10 - Pokémon Pokopia on Game-Card49:38 - Battlefield 6's Veteran's Day ScandalGood Playing With You is your weekly PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming podcast — don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!
Today we're talking about the latest Grand Theft Auto 6 delayd, now slating the game for November 2026. What's going on with Rockstar? We also dive into everything Rockstar Co-Founder Dan Houser is saying about Red Dead Redemption 3. Will the highly anticipated follow up ever come out?Metroid Prime 4 drops a new trailer, but we need to talk about what was shown off. Hint: it wasn't good!A new leak suggests PS5’s upcoming cross-buy feature could connect PlayStation and PC libraries. Huge win for gamers!Reports confirm the Switch 2 is now Nintendo’s top priority as the company shifts focus to next-gen hardware.And over in Fortnite, fans are begging each other to boycott the new Sidekicks skins. Do we think it's enough for Epic not to pull something like this again? From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro01:13 - GTA6 Delayed to Nov. 19, 202612:38 - Red Dead Redemption 3? 19:01 - Metroid Prime 4 Trailer - Honest Truth28:26 - Switch 2 Is Now Nintendo's Focus33:52 - PS5 Cross-Buy Leaks!41:23 - Fortnite Fans Boycott SidekicksGood Playing With You is your weekly PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming podcast — don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week! (Best Gaming Podcast)
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