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Current Gen is a show about the video games that you should care about RIGHT NOW. Subscribe on YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/@CurrentGenPodcast) for let's plays, reactions, and more!
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[Episode 294]In this episode, Jeff makes his spectacular return to talk all about his thoughts on Ghost of Yotei after completing it. Spoiler alert: all 3 of us spend a chunk of time gushing about it AGAIN. We also talk about some new releases like Pokemon Legends Z-A, Keeper, Ball x Pit. There are some niche and unique games out this week as well, like Chickenhare and the Treasure of Spiking-Beard, Lumo 2, and Escape from Duckov. VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Ghost of Yotei, FF Tactics, Absolum [Episode 293]](https://s3.castbox.fm/7a/f7/1a/48b63f8273b8a2715be9666b95c38f6802_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Ghost of Yotei, FF Tactics, Absolum [Episode 293]")
This week we are finally ready to share our thoughts on the major Sony exclusive of this fall/holiday gaming season: Ghost of Yotei. We talk about the pros & cons (mostly pros) of the latest from Sucker Punch, and then we dive into our thoughts on Final Fantasy Tactics: Ivalice Chronicles. We also talk about a surprise multiplayer hit of the season in Absolum, and then we do a rundown of other new releases, old stuff we are playing and watching, and the latest headlines - including the recent increase in price for Game Pass Ultimate.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
EP 292The guys are back this week to talk all about the biggest games of 2025 so far, including what made Q3 a solid quarter for games! They talk about the favorites for GOTY 2025 as well as what games are slated for the remainder of the year that might “disrupt the rankings” including Ghost of Yotei, Outer Worlds 2, Battlefield 6, Octopath Traveler Zero, and many more. They also talk about games they are currently enjoying like Hell is Us, Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar, and more!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
Tim, Kyle, and Dan are here to talk through their reactions to the latest Sony State of Play (aired on Sept 24, 2025), which included a ton of new info on upcoming games like Saros and Wolverine. We also discuss the launch of Hades II and our early impressions of the game along with a few other new games like Sonic Racing Crossworlds, Baby Steps, and Silent Hill f. We then tackle the slew of headlines that hit this week including new leadership at Nintendo of America, pricing for the Asus Xbox-themed handheld, and the Forza Horizon 6 Japan setting announcement.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
[Episode 290] Kyle, Dan, and Tim discuss the remake of the classic RPG with this week’s Trails in the Sky 1st Chapter. They also highlight a few other games like Town to City, Voyagers of Nera, and LEGO Voyagers. A few games like Shinobi and Hell is Us get some discussion time as well as Death Stranding 2! Then we talk through the latest Borderlands 4 drama as Randy Pitchford goes rogue in his public responses to criticisms of the technical difficulties the game is having. VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
Episode 289 - Kyle, Dan, and Tim are here this week to talk all about Borderlands 4. Is it the return to form that many are hoping for? Are you playing it, too? Also, we walk through the latest Nintendo Direct presentation and react to the many announcements and updates for games coming out the rest of this year including a release date for Metroid Prime 4!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
This week, Tim and Dan have a little fireside chat about the two biggest releases of the week: Hell is Us and the highly anticipated Hollow Knight: Silksong. We also chat about the recent State of Play that featured the new James Bond game, 007: First Light, from IO Interactive. VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Snake Eater, Shinobi, Story of Seasons [Episode 287]](https://s3.castbox.fm/c4/b2/4e/7b64e1b2e9de05682cb82b2bd1f802641a_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Snake Eater, Shinobi, Story of Seasons [Episode 287]")
That’s right. It’s a week with a WIDE variety of interesting games with Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance, and Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar being the major highlights. All three of these games are excellent, and we dive into why you should give them a look! We also talk briefly about other new releases including Lost Soul Aside, Super Robot Wars Y, Gears of War Reloaded, Helldivers 2, and more! Also in this episode: PS6 portable, No Man’s Sky releases ANOTHER major update, and more headlines from this week.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Sword of the Sea, Herdling, and Gamescom Recap [Episode 286]](https://s3.castbox.fm/5e/9c/f2/f433351b2874b9f153b4a6d79feb1e5000_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Sword of the Sea, Herdling, and Gamescom Recap [Episode 286]")
Tim, Dan, and Kyle talk about a few new releases including two very chill indie titles, Sword of the Sea and Herdling. They also talk about all the news out of Gamescom (including a recap of Opening Night Live with Geoff Keighley), covering games like Onimusha, a new LEGO Batman, and the long-awaited release date details for Hollow Knight: Silksong.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Madden, Mafia, And Cow Nose Rings [Episode 285]](https://s3.castbox.fm/ff/ea/ba/c6decbf1e0c05546f4fda8a849793507ba_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Madden, Mafia, And Cow Nose Rings [Episode 285]")
You read that title correctly. As we all anxiously await a very busy Gamescom week starting VERY soon, the news cycle in the gaming world has been a little slow. That leaves us with stories to cover like whether or not the nose ring on the cow in Mario Kart World should be removed. I know, super hot topic, right?? We also talk about Madden 26 on the Switch 2, the new demo for Hell is Us, and more thoughts on Mafia: The Old Country now that a few of us have wrapped it up. Thanks for tuning in!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Mafia: The Old Country [Episode 284]](https://s3.castbox.fm/56/e7/64/d9d8528909b14b9ddd13975f0e656b80d5_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Mafia: The Old Country [Episode 284]")
In this episode, Kyle, Tim, and Dan talk about Mafia: The Old Country. For some reviewers it’s a swimming in 7’s game, but for us, we LOVE the more focused, linear story and unique setting. Later in the show, Kyle shares some early impressions of the Battlefield 6 beta, and Dan is playing Death Stranding 2! We also discuss the latest Indie World presentation from Nintendo and Sony’s latest claims about their live service strategy. VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Ninja Gaiden Ragebound | Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase [Episode 283]](https://s3.castbox.fm/8d/54/ee/ea9011f6d7ca9bf59e8421e7ef34e77a0a_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Ninja Gaiden Ragebound | Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase [Episode 283]")
Dan and Tim chat through the recent Nintendo Direct AND THQ Nordic showcases, with particular interest in the latest HD-2D games from Squaresoft: The Adventures of Elliot and Octopath Traveler 0. We also discuss the incredible new release this week: Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound along with several other smaller titles that dropped. Then we close it out with some headlines (trying to mix in the positive with the negative, ya know?)VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Donkey Kong Bananza | Eriksholm | Mario Party [Episode 282]](https://s3.castbox.fm/06/85/06/c0492783de804ecd4dfdd6169f2856107a_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Donkey Kong Bananza | Eriksholm | Mario Party [Episode 282]")
BANANA! Donkey Kong Bananza has arrived and we are absolutely loving it. We talk about our first week or so with the game and what makes it so special. We also discuss the moody and unique Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream as well as the latest update for Super Mario Party Jamboree as it gets an official Switch 2 edition with new content. VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
The crew is all here again to talk about the rest of the year in gaming. This is our preview for the 2nd half of 2025, and there are a LOT of games to get hyped about. We talk about everything from Mafia: The Old Country and Borderlands 4 all the way to our predictions for major games without a solid release date like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Which games are you the most excited about for the next 6 months or so?VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
We are officially past the halfway point of the year, and Dan makes his triumphant return to join Tim & Kyle to discuss our favorite games of the year so far. There’s a lot to cover, and SO many great games that have already arrived. We also chat about some new releases along with some open and honest discussion about mental health to kick off the show. Glad you’re with us! Hope you enjoy!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Microsoft Layoffs | First Month with the Nintendo Switch 2 [Episode 279]](https://s3.castbox.fm/a9/46/2f/cf9dd7b2c131dda8c9430816bfdd56ddaa_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Microsoft Layoffs | First Month with the Nintendo Switch 2 [Episode 279]")
Tim and Kyle discuss the MANY games they are trying out on their Nintendo Switch 2 systems, including Batman: Arkham Asylum, Fantasy Life i, Man Eater, Mario Kart World, Baten Kaitos, and several more. They also give some updated impressions on Death Stranding 2, and Tim played and finished Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and LOVED it. Then they dive into the news, which is mostly positive until we get to the Microsoft layoffs… We take a closer look at what is going on and make some uneducated observations because that’s how we roll.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Death Stranding 2 | Kojima Game History [Episode 278]](https://s3.castbox.fm/28/96/7d/7693550ea9fe9a8f9cdcd26475b8cf3614_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Death Stranding 2 | Kojima Game History [Episode 278]")
Death Stranding 2: On the Beach is here, and Kyle provides an in-depth look on his first 20 hours with the game. Before we dive into those impressions, we take a look at the history of video games by Hideo Kojima, starting with Penguin Adventure in 1986 all the way up to Death Stranding 2. We also highlight some amazing sales that are happening on Steam and the Nintendo eShop, and then we highlight recent gaming news headlines including everything from layoffs to bizarre Street Fighter movie casting.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![DK Bananza Direct (Reaction) | Dune: Awakening [Episode 277]](https://s3.castbox.fm/4e/4a/c9/ee92567b00d16de954780df080fff3501d_scaled_v1_400.jpg "DK Bananza Direct (Reaction) | Dune: Awakening [Episode 277]")
Kyle gives us a closer look at his time with Dune: Awakening - the impressive new survival MMO that released earlier this month - and the recently released RAIDOU Remastered: The Mystery of the Soulless Army. We also review our thoughts on the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct and get hyped on what looks to be the next great platformer! Then we spend WAY too long talking about simulator games (sorry, not sorry) and a few hidden gems that release this week as well as all the games we’ve been playing (and revisiting).VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Summer Game Fest & Xbox Showcase Recaps [Episode 276]](https://s3.castbox.fm/4d/9a/b7/0aa5510a24bbd2bdf49522fff600b4cdeb_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Summer Game Fest & Xbox Showcase Recaps [Episode 276]")
It’s just Tim this week, and he’s here to talk through all the game reveals from Summer Games Fest, the Xbox Showcase, and the Future Games Show. We’ll take a look at the main trailers that stood out and whether or not that game is on the radar for a purchase. Also in this episode: Early impressions of Dune Awakening and The Alters, as well as news about the Mindseye disastrous release and the Switch 2 setting sales records.VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
![Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Reactions [Episode 275]](https://s3.castbox.fm/3e/ee/29/3abded202841c2a1072153e415997276eb_scaled_v1_400.jpg "Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Reactions [Episode 275]")
Dan, Kyle, and Tim discuss their first few days with Nintendo’s newest hardware: the aptly named Switch 2. We talk about Mario Kart World, Welcome Tour, Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, Fast Fusion, Bravely Default: Flying Fairy Remaster, Cyberpunk 2077, Yakuza 0, and a few other games as well as upgrades to older games. We also give our thoughts on the hardware, the new functionality, and our hopes for future games. This week we also dive into our thoughts on a few of the recent gaming showcases, specifically Sony’s State of Play, the Unreal demo of the Witcher 4, and the reveal of Resident Evil 9!VIDEO Podcast: YouTube or SpotifyAUDIO Podcast: Apple or search for us wherever you like to listen!
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