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Welcome to the FOX on Games podcast, your ultimate source for the latest gaming news, industry insights, and exclusive interviews with influential figures in interactive entertainment. We cover everything from major console releases from Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony Interactive to the dynamic world of esports and virtual reality. Dive into discussions on industry challenges, such as strikes, layoffs, and unionization affecting the industry, and celebrate the legacy of gaming icons from artists, developers, and content creators. Whether you're interested in innovative game features like the metaverse of Fortnite or Roblox to the cultural impact of Tetris, FaZe Clan, and Call of Duty. FOX on Games keeps you informed and entertained with engaging content tailored for gamers worldwide. Subscribe for a comprehensive look at the trends and stories shaping the gaming community once a week here, and make sure to share it with your friends both IRL, and by their gamertags.
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Can the Mushroom Kingdom survive a cosmic upgrade? In the final chapter of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam presents "A Universe of Possibilities." We trace the cinematic history of Mario—from the campy 80s cartoons and the 1993 cyberpunk cult classic to the modern billion-dollar Illumination era. We analyze the challenges of adapting the "Empire Strikes Back" of the Mario franchise: Super Mario Galaxy.
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Why does a game about jumping on turtles make us cry? In this episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam presents "The Mother of Stars." We dive into the library of the Comet Observatory to uncover the storybook of Rosalina—a tale of loss, grief, and found family that remains the emotional peak of the Nintendo canon. Discover how the Lumas represent the cosmic cycle of life and why Super Mario Galaxy is the definitive fairy tale of the Mushroom Kingdom.
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Before he was the star of the silver screen, he was a collection of pixels fighting a stubborn ape. In this special episode of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam presents "From Pipes to Polygons." We trace Mario’s evolution from the 1983 crash to the revolutionary camera tech of Mario 64 and the symphonic scale of Super Mario Galaxy. Discover how Shigeru Miyamoto's "carpenter with a hat" saved the industry and redefined the concept of "up."
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In the conclusion of our Silent Hill special, Eammonn Dignam looks at the rocky history of bringing the fog to the big screen. We discuss the 2006 cult classic, the legendary tragedy of Hideo Kojima’s P.T., and the high stakes for the upcoming Return to Silent Hill film (In theaters Jan 23, 2026). Can the franchise survive its own legacy, or is there truly a hole here that can't be filled?
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With the theatrical release of Return to Silent Hill just weeks away (Jan 23, 2026) and the Silent Hill 2 Remake crossing 2.5 million sales, we step into the fog. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the origins of Team Silent, the technical "lie" of the original PlayStation's fog, and the haunting psychology behind monsters like Pyramid Head. Discover why Silent Hill isn't just a town—it's a mirror.
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In the series finale of "BEYOND THE CONTROLLER," Eammonn Dignam bridges the gap between the legendary games and the Amazon Prime sensation. We explore the wasteland as it stands in 2296—the furthest point in the timeline. We break down the regional conflicts that defined the world: the Brotherhood of Steel's war for Project Purity in D.C., the Institute’s synth threat in the Commonwealth, and the epic battle for Hoover Dam in the Mojave. Finally, we analyze the current journeys of Lucy MacLean, Maximus, and Cooper Howard (The Ghoul) as they trek toward New Vegas and into the already greenlit Season 3
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Welcome to Part 3 of "BEYOND THE CONTROLLER." Eammonn Dignam pulls back the curtain on the Vault-Tec Corporation and the sinister Project Safehouse. We reveal the truth behind the 122+ vaults: they weren't shelters, they were social experiments designed to gather data for the Enclave's future colonization plans. This episode dives into the "Tri-Vault" system from the Amazon Prime series (Vaults 31, 32, and 33), the "Bud's Buds" eugenics project, and the horror of experimental vaults like Vault 11 (The Sacrifice) and Vault 108 (Gary!)
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Welcome to Part 2 of "BEYOND THE CONTROLLER." Eammonn Dignam analyzes the factions that rose from the nuclear ashes. We cover the paramilitary might of the Brotherhood of Steel (hoarding pre-war tech), the pseudo-Roman totalitarianism of Caesar's Legion , and the democratic vision of the NCR. We detail the experimental Vault Dwellers (Vault 111, 33, 13), the highly advanced, secretive Institute, and the terrifying creatures of the wild: Deathclaws, Mirelurks, and Feral Ghouls.
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Welcome to "BEYOND THE CONTROLLER." In celebration of the new Fallout (@fallout) season on Amazon Prime (@PrimeVideo), Eammonn Dignam leads a four part deep dive into the franchise's post-nuclear-war history. We explore the divergent timeline (1950s aesthetic meets nuclear power), the lead-up to the Sino-American War, and the true motives of corporate giants like Vault-Tec (human experiments), RobCo Industries (Liberty Prime, Pip-Boy), West-Tek (Power Armor, FEV), and the seemingly innocuous Nuka-Cola Company.
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Welcome to the FOX on Games podcast, your ultimate source for the latest gaming news, industry insights, and exclusive interviews with influential figures in interactive entertainment.
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"Hello, Yoshi!" meets the Matrix. Eammonn Dignam explores Nintendo's new toddler lineup and the existential indie thriller "Prove You're Human."
Nintendo is expanding the "My Mario" ecosystem with interactive board books, wooden blocks that double as amiibo, and the new "Hello, Yoshi!" app. But for the adults, the developers behind 1000xRESIST and Slay the Princess have unveiled Prove You're Human—a narrative adventure that uses CAPTCHAs to challenge our views on AI and self-identity. We break down the "My Mario" rollout and why your hatred of "I am not a robot" tests is about to become your next gaming obsession.
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"Video games are pretty powerful stories." Eammonn Dignam speaks with play therapist Sophia Ansari on why games are the cure.
For decades, the conversation around kids and gaming focused on concern. But therapist Sophia Ansari is changing that narrative. Using Minecraft, Roblox, and Fortnite, she helps children build confidence and community. We explore the "Gamer Therapist" movement and how character creation allows kids to experience themselves in a new, accepted light.
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Starfield is officially on PS5! Eammonn Dignam breaks down the end of Bethesda exclusivity and a deep-dive with Amir Satvat on the industry's job market.
The "Great Reset" is here. As Starfield arrives on PlayStation 5 with the "Terran Armada" DLC, and Pokemon Champions tests the free-to-play waters on Switch 2, the industry is shifting beneath our feet. We sit down with Game Awards honoree Amir Satvat (ASGC) to discuss the data behind the 2026 layoffs, why the "Juilliard" comparison for game design is real, and how the workforce is migrating from West to East.
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Gaming meets the Gospel this Easter. Eammonn Dignam explores the release of "I Am Jesus Christ" and "Jesus Simulator" on PC. While the gaming industry often leans into fantasy, two new releases are taking a sincere approach to biblical history.
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The human cost of 1,000 layoffs. Eammonn Dignam reports on how Tim Sweeney is responding to the heartbreaking case of Mike Prinke, a former Epic Games programmer battling terminal brain cancer. After mass job cuts at the Fortnite maker, the story of Mike Prinke and his wife, Jenni Griffin, went viral, we break down Tim Sweeney’s public apology, the specific severance packages offered to the "Epic 1,000."
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The Mario Galaxy Movie beats Project Hail Mary for the biggest opening of 2026! Eammonn Dignam breaks down the Nintendoverse expansion and a soul-crushing update for The Last of Us fans. Naughty Dog director Vinit Agarwal reveals the 7-year journey of the canceled Last of Us multiplayer project, while Amazon Games prepares a $100 million Middle-earth reboot. Plus, we sit down with play therapist Sophia Ansari to discuss why Minecraft and Roblox are vital tools for childhood resilience.
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Glen Powell is Fox McCloud! Eammonn Dignam breaks down the shock casting in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and what it means for a Smash Bros. future. The "House of Mario" is opening its doors to the wider Nintendo ecosystem. With Glen Powell officially voicing the legendary Star Fox pilot, fans are reeling from the implications. Between the confirmed appearance of the Pikmin and rumors of Samus Aran, is Nintendo building toward a Super Smash Bros. crossover event? We dive into the casting, the lore, and what to watch for when the film hits theaters this Wednesday.
Also for a deeper Mario history regarding the character, the history of the Galaxy set of games, and the screen history check out our Beyond the Controller series on Monday at FOX on Games.
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YouTube gamer Stephen McCullagh (Votesaxon07) has been convicted of murdering his pregnant girlfriend, Natalie McNally. Despite staging a pre-recorded Grand Theft Auto: Vice City "livestream" as an alibi, a Northern Ireland jury delivered a guilty verdict this week. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the chilling details of the case.
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Slipknot’s Clown builds a Minecraft sanctuary as Epic Games cuts 1,000 jobs. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the gaming news.
The gaming industry is reeling from massive layoffs at Epic Games, while Nintendo faces supply chain questions over the Switch 2. But amidst the corporate shifts, M. Shawn "Clown" Crahan of Slipknot joins Kennedy to discuss Vernearth—his custom Minecraft server designed as a safe haven for his community.
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Would you stay in a hotel that remembers your gaming preferences? In this Sunday update of FOX on Games - Video Game News & Industry Analysis, Eammonn Dignam checks in with the developers of the Atari Hotel Phoenix. We explore the 100,000-square-foot destination featuring holographic check-ins, influencer residencies, and a facade inspired by retro circuitry and Tetris. Learn how this 91-room resort is blending 1972 nostalgia with 2028 technology.
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