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Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
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Xbox Casuals is a biweekly podcast dedicated to all things Xbox, brought to you by Tower Casuals by Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush Network. Every other Friday, hosts Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the latest Xbox news, rumors, Game Pass updates, new releases, and more. Tune in for new episodes every other Friday on all major podcast platforms and on the Tower Casuals YouTube channel.
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BioWare’s closure is a blow to the games industry, but is Xbox the right company to save it? This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss the troubling news surrounding BioWare, the reported layoffs at EA, and what the studio’s uncertain future could mean for beloved franchises like Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Jade Empire.Plus, the hosts break down Xbox’s latest leadership and business strategy discussions, including potential Game Pass changes, rumored next-generation hardware plans, a possible Xbox handheld, and the challenges facing Microsoft’s gaming division. What needs to change for Xbox to regain players’ trust, and who should take responsibility for protecting the studios and games that fans love?Let's discuss on Xbox Casuals, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thank you for your continued support of Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast and Xbox Casuals and the Boss Rush Network. If you're listening on podcast services, leave us a five star rating and a review or a comment. If you're watching this video on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Your continued listenership and viewership means a lot to us. See you next time!
Support Boss Rush on Patreon here. Are video game adaptations finally getting the respect they deserve, or is Microsoft simply repeating the TV-focused mistakes of the 2013 Xbox One reveal? This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney dive into the newly announced Xbox XP division, breaking down what it means for the future of Xbox Pictures, Products, and Places. From the potential of a live-action Gears of War and an animated Diablo series to the rumored future of the Halo franchise under Activision, the guys discuss how Microsoft can successfully expand its biggest IPs into movies, television shows, novels, and even Lego sets without losing what makes the games so beloved in the first place.This and more on Xbox Casuals, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thank you for your continued support of Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast and Xbox Casuals and the Boss Rush Network. If you're listening on podcast services, leave us a five star rating and a review or a comment. If you're watching this video on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Your continued listenership and viewership means a lot to us. See you next time!
Support Boss Rush on Patreon here. Can bringing back classic campaigns help save Destiny, and can Activision actually restore Halo to its former glory?On this episode of the Tower Casuals + Xbox Casuals Crossover, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down reports that Bungie could bring back The Red War and Forsaken through an MCC-style modular hub. They also discuss Bungie’s new studio leadership under Sony and Marathon’s ambitious roadmap, including the massive Tick Queen boss and dedicated PvE modes.Then, the guys dive into the fallout from Xbox’s massive restructuring, including Activision taking over Halo, Bethesda absorbing Obsidian, and reports of low morale across Xbox studios.Plus, they discuss The Elder Scrolls VI and its potential platform exclusivity, Xbox prioritizing Hideo Kojima’s Physint, and the biggest rumored BlizzCon reveals, from Diablo 5 to the long-awaited StarCraft FPS.This and more on this week’s Tower Casuals + Xbox Casuals episode, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thank you for your continued support of Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast and Xbox Casuals and the Boss Rush Network. If you're listening on podcast services, leave us a five star rating and a review or a comment. If you're watching this video on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Your continued listenership and viewership means a lot to us. See you next time!
Support Boss Rush on Patreon here.Hideo Kojima just pulled off the wildest plot twist in gaming history, and Xbox is walking away with the ultimate prize. This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the absolute pandemonium of PlayStation dropping Physint and Xbox immediately swooping in to secure the action-espionage title as a massive exclusive. We dive into the bizarre timeline, what this means for Kojima Productions' film ambitions, and how Xbox CEO Asha Sharma secured an absolute home run for the brand. Later in the show, they discuss the polarizing reviews for Insomniac's Wolverine, and share some behind-the-scenes stories from the Boss Rush team's incredibly successful trip covering PAX.This and more on Xbox Casuals, part of the Boss Rush Network.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thank you for your continued support of Xbox Casuals and the Boss Rush Network. If you're listening on podcast services, leave us a five star rating and a review or a comment. If you're watching this video on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Your continued listenership and viewership means a lot to us. See you next time on Xbox Casuals!
Support Boss Rush on Patreon here.What happens when your physical Xbox games can unlock the flexibility of digital ownership? This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss Xbox’s continued support and approach to game ownership, including the recently announced disc-to-digital program for supported physical game discs providing digital access and benefits. They talk about why game preservation is more than nostalgia, why players want confidence that their libraries will survive future hardware changes, and how Xbox could build stronger loyalty by respecting past purchases. Corey and Josh also discuss the frustration gamers feel when companies and content creators rely on vague updates instead of clear, useful information. Plus, they look at Gamescom, community expectations, and why meaningful player engagement matters more than flashy marketing.This and more on Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thank you for your continued support of Xbox Casuals and the Boss Rush Network. If you're listening on podcast services, leave us a five star rating and a review or a comment. If you're watching this video on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Your continued listenership and viewership means a lot to us. See you next time on Xbox Casuals!








