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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
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)
"Good Playing With You" - the latest video games news podcast. Today we dive into the Outer Worlds 2 reviews. Critics are divided, and the Steam player count isn’t helping!We also break down the sudden Counter-Strike 2 market crash and what’s really causing all the chaos behind the scenes.Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake has dropped, and we have had our hands on it! Hear our review and get tips & tricks. A Call of Duty movie is officially in the works from Taylor Sheridan, but will it actually get made?Reports claim the next Xbox could kill the multiplayer paywall entirely. We react to the potentially bold move.And finally, could AI make the next GTA? Take-Two Interactive CEO Strauss Zelnick doesn't think so! 00:00 - Intro01:28 - The Outer Worlds 2 SURPRISING Reviews08:53 - The Outer Worlds 2 Low Player Count14:13 - Counter Strike 2 Has $2B Market Crash20:54 - Dragon Quest 1 & 2 Review27:08 - Dragon Quest 1 & 2 Tips!31:44 - Call of Duty Movie Details!38:28 - Will Next-Gen Xbox Make Online Free?46:20 - Could AI Make the Next GTA?Good 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 breaking down PC Gamer's surprising top 10 games in their prestigious top 100 list. It's a blood bath. We're talking Red Dead Redemtpion two, Dwarf Fortress, Caves of Qud, Balatro, Balder's Gate 3, Witcher 3 and more!From Silent Hill f to Little Nightmares, we chat about the must-play horror games we are diving into over Halloween. They are too good to miss!Also, Pokémon Legends: Z-A only needs to sell 200,000 units to break even. Is that why this game looks straight-up bad?! We get into it.What happened this time?! Xbox President Sarah Bond calls console exclusives "antiquated." Just how wrong is her recent statement? Good Playing With You is your weekly PlayStation, Xbox, and PC gaming podcast — don’t forget to subscribe for new episodes every week!00:00 - Intro01:31 - PC Gamers Top 100 PC Games Surprises Us21:08 - Halloween Games We're Playing30:33 - Xbox President's Surprising Claims35:27 - Dan Was WRONG! ROG Ally is Pointless39:09 - Pokémon Only Needs to Sell 200K Units
Today we're diving into the latest speculation around next-gen consoles PlayStation 6 and the Next Xbox! We're talking PS6 and Xbox next-gen prices and possible release dates!We take a look at Pokémon Legends: Z-A and it appears that the graphics between Switch 1 and Switch 2 are nearly identical! Why should Switch 2 owners pay more for THIS?!Borderlands 4 is already on sale despite Gearbox CEO claiming it wouldn't be for years. What's the deal?!Meanwhile, Battlefield 6 has sold a record-shattering 7 million copies in just three days. Will the new FPS keep its momentum?Over in the hero shooter world, Marvel Rivals has reportedly lost 85% of its player base in ten months. Is it a dead game at this point?And finally, U.S. Senators are expressing “profound concern” over EA’s buyout deal. From news to deep-dive discussions, hit subscribe for more gaming updates every week. We’re not just a podcast — we’re a community of gamers and friends. Drop your thoughts in the comments below!00:00 - Intro01:13 - Next Gen Console Prices & Dates Rumors13:16 - XBOX ROG Ally and ROG Ally X Launch21:52 - Pokémon Legends: Z-A Graphics Comparison27:35 - Borderlands 4 ALREADY on Sale?!35:25 - Battlefield 6 Sells 7Million Copies in 3 Days41:57 - Marvel Rivals Loses 85% Players in 10 Months49:56 - US Senators "Profound Concern" Over EA Buyout
Today we're REACTING to the HUGE Xbox Game Pass price increase, could a boycott be brewing?We also cover the Ghosts of Yotei reviews, so how are critics reacting to the highly anticipated sequel?Then, Fortnite pulls its Peacemaker emote in a shocking corporate blunder you have to hear about.The PS5 is officially the most successful PlayStation ever, but the new PS5 model in Europe is already drawing unwanted attentionEA has been sold, raising big questions about the future of the gaming powerhouse.We also look at the four most requested Xbox franchise revivals that fans are begging Phil Spencer to bring back.From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro00:48 - CRAZY Game Pass Price Hike08:39 - Could Xbox Get an Ad Supported Tier?16:10 - Ghosts of Yotei Review Round up23:56 - Deep Rock Galactic: Survivor is FUN!25:09 - Fortnite Peacemaker Emote Pulled Over Nazi Concerns30:06 - PS5 Most Successful Console Ever?33:56 - New PS5 Model Cheaps Out38:25 - EA Sold to Saudi Arabia45:42 - 4 Most Requested Xbox Franchise Revivals48:36 - Skyrim Grandma Announces Retirement
The Sony State of Play sucked but we're breaking down the best reveals from Sony’s latest State of Play, including Saros, Halloween, Battlefield 6, and Wolverine. Find out how we rank the showcase!We also dive into the Silent Hill f reviews and what critics are saying about the game. And we break down our own experiences with the spooky Konami title.Borderlands 4 has been delayed indefinitely for the Nintendo Switch 2 and fans are not happy.And Hideo Kojima’s new trailer for OD Knock is creepy cool. Are we hyped for it? Plus, we're breaking down the latest Xbox shocking price hikes (Imagine paying $399 for an Xbox Series S?!). Subscribe now for the best gaming talk every week!00:00 - Intro00:51 - Sony's State of Play Conference01:05 - Saros Gameplay Reveal04:06 - Halloween Gameplay 09:02 - Battlefield 6 Campaign Reveal13:01 - Wolverine Gameplay Reactions17:11 - Sony State of Play September 2025 Graded21:09 - Silent Hill f Review Roundup28:35 - Borderlands 4 Switch 2 Delayed34:10 - New Kojima OD Game Trailer is Wild39:25 - Xbox Price Hikes... Again#WolverinePS5 #SilentHillf #Borderlands4 #Switch2 #Battlefield6 #SonyStateOfPlay #XboxPriceHike #ODGame #GamingPodcast#GoodPlayingWithYou #VideoGameNews
It’s launch day for Silent Hill f — and we’ve got Konami on the show! In this Good Playing With You special episode, Dan Whitehill, Matt Lord, and Matthew Maulding sit down with Konami Brand Manager Donell Tucker to go behind the scenes of the most ambitious Silent Hill video game yet.We cover everything fans want to know about Silent Hill f:The bold shift to 1960s Japan and how it redefines the franchiseThe new combat system and design choices that change how you playReplayability: five different endings, New Game Plus, and moreHidden surprises: secret weapons, unlockable costumes, and nods to classic Silent Hill gamesThe creative pillars that shaped the game’s terrifyingly beautiful new directionWhat launch week looks like inside Konami and what the team is most proud ofWhether you’re here for the lore, the scares, or the secrets, this is the ultimate Silent Hill F launch-day podcast.👉 Subscribe for more deep-dive gaming conversations every week.
Today we're breaking down our experience with Borderlands 4--what blew us away, and what left us frustrated in Gearbox’s latest FPS.Next, we dive into Dying Light: The Beast. With so many games hitting right now, how do the reviews stack up and is it worth your time?Plus, the latest Nintendo Direct delivered big titles like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book. But was the show actually a letdown?We also react to the Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag leaks--are we hyped or worried about Ubisoft’s pirate revival?Finally, gamers are celebrating after the Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 controversy takes a wild turn.From news to deep-dive discussions, don’t forget to subscribe for more gaming content.00:00 - Intro00:51 - Borderlands Hands On Impressions19:00 - Dying Light: The Beast Review Roundup25:57 - Nintendo Direct Best & Worst26:17 - Super Mario Bros. Wonder + Meetup in Bellabel Park29:14 - Yoshi and The Mysterious Book31:17 - Pokémon Pokopia 33:18 - Dragon Quest VII Reimagined34:51 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond42:09 - Assassin's Creed Black Flag Leaks48:35 - Vampire Masquerade Bloodlines 250:54 - Xbox Handheld Price Leaks?
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