Join us on Episode 51 of Plugged as we tackle the most ridiculous headlines and surprises in the gaming world this week!

First, we break down Ubisoft CEO Yves Guillemot’s controversial statement blaming the poor sales of Star Wars Outlaws on gamers having “too high expectations.” With the game riddled with technical issues, a predatory pricing model, and broken AI, Guillemot’s comments have left many fans fuming. We discuss how this backlash, combined with recent flops like Skull and Bones and XDefiant, has led to an internal investigation and delays for Ubisoft’s upcoming Assassin’s Creed title.

Next, we provide a TwitchCon Recap where Mark and Slum share their favorite moments from the event, including an overview of the wild “Subtember” algorithm that saw unexpected sub-gifting spikes. Was this a feature, or just a happy accident?

In game news, Valve’s new title Deadlock is introducing a hilarious anti-cheat feature that allows players to turn detected cheaters into frogs instead of just booting them from the game. This innovative approach offers a unique (and very satisfying) way for players to deal with rule-breakers.

We also delve into the latest astronomical discoveries: Earth has temporarily captured a new “moon,” and scientists have found a tiny, Earth-like exoplanet orbiting Barnard’s Star just 5.96 light-years away. Although uninhabitable, the discovery of Barnard b adds to the growing list of planets that could potentially support life.

Finally, we discuss the ongoing fallout from Google’s decision to kill uBlock Origin through a Chrome update, which could mean a significant downgrade in the browsing experience for many users.

Tune in for all this and more as we break down the biggest stories impacting gamers and tech enthusiasts alike!