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Episode 272Despite all odds, Destiny is not done. Bungie has announced plans for their future, including the intention to support Destiny 2 and future Destiny projects in a stunning reversal of their earlier decision. Today, we discuss how the Destiny community saved the game and what this means for the future of both Bungie and the Destiny franchise. We also discuss the highly anticipated Control Resonant after putting several hours into the game. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Control Resonant, Batomon Showdown). This episode was recorded in October 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5QnOr email us at [email protected]: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalkTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalkBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.socialTimestamps:0:00 - Opening Banter6:11 - Destiny 2 and Bungie's Future33:22 - Anticipating Ace Combat 836:38 - Control Resonant1:05:20 - Batomon Showdown

Episode 271The Steam Frame price is revealed and impressions are out, and it seems to be the latest in a continuous glut of overpriced hardware. How does Valve's latest hardware compete in the VR space, and is it worth the asking price? The discussion on the Steam Frame naturally dovetails into assessing the current state of VR. Do VR's prospects seem any better or worse since the last time we discussed it? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Monster Hunter Wilds). This episode was recorded in September 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5QnOr email us at [email protected]: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalkTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalkBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.socialTimestamps:0:00 - Opening Banter6:35 - The Steam Frame20:15 - The Current State of VR38:41 - Valve's VR Ambitions1:01:25 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword1:08:25 - Monster Hunter Wilds

Episode 270Nintendo has hit us with not one, but two Nintendo Directs! The first is a Zelda 40th anniversary direct, where we finally see extended gameplay of the much-anticipated Ocarina of Time remake. Then, they have a traditional direct showing upcoming new games for Switch 2 like Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond. We offer our thoughts on Nintendo's upcoming slate of games and extensively discuss the Ocarina of Time remake. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Monster Hunter Wilds, Slay The Spire 2). This episode was recorded in September 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5QnOr email us at [email protected]: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalkTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalkBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.socialTimestamps:0:00 - Opening Banter7:41 - Nintendo Direct + Thoughts On New Games 31:19 - Ocarina of Time Remake Impressions55:28 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword1:13:49 - Monster Hunter Wilds1:20:21 - Regarding Marvel's Wolverine1:26:34 - Slay The Spire 2

Episode 269Sony's statement that "reasonable consumers" know that they don't own their games has brought the topic of digital ownership back to the forefront. What does owning a digital good look like in 2026, and how do the laws regarding digital ownership need to change to ensure a prosperous digital-only future for consumers? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Big Walk, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Bloodborne). This episode was recorded in September 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5QnOr email us at [email protected]: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalkTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalkBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.socialTimestamps:0:00 - Opening Banter10:22 - Analyzing Digital Ownership in 202639:12 - Big Walk50:06 - Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls1:06:11 - Bloodborne

Episode 268After over a decade, the next Grand Theft Auto is imminent, and the lead-up to release has deviated from Rockstar's well-laid plans. An anonymous leaker has obtained an early build of the game and has leaked several clips online. How will these leaks impact the perception of the game? Plus, Rockstar has finally officially shown off an extended first look at the game. Are these reveals enough to sway our opinions on GTA VI? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator, Super Mario 64 / Hollow Knight Archipelago, Big Walk, Pokémon Unite). This episode was recorded in August 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.Chat us up in Discord - discord.gg/JZCj5QnOr email us at [email protected]: https://open.spotify.com/show/369MuzfFy8RB6vFULVY7Zy?si=26cb1639927c4cc8YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastGametalkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/podcastgametalkTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@podcastgametalkBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/podcastgametalk.bsky.socialTimestamps:0:00 - Opening Banter3:45 - GTA VI Leaks17:36 - Rockstar's GTA VI Extended Look43:51 - Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator46:41 - Dota 250:09 - Super Mario 64 / Hollow Knight Archipelago54:50 - Big Walk1:00:30 - Pokémon Unite