Shack Together
Shack Together, from Shacknews, is about coming together in the name of our very first love: games. Tune in every Friday for commentary from Shacknews CEO Asif Khan and a pool of rotating guests covering the latest in gaming, technology, their respective industries, and more.
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Shack Together 065 - Universal's Epic Universe, Switch 2 Hype, feat. Donovan Erskine + Greg Burke
05/30/2025
Shack Together 065 - Universal's Epic Universe, Switch 2 Hype, feat. Donovan Erskine + Greg Burke
Welcome to episode 65 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guests Donovan Erskine and Greg Burke to discuss their impressions of Universal's Epic Universe theme park. Today's show features our review of Elden Ring Nightreign, as well as our new "Mount Switchmore" segment, where we match Nintendo Switch first-party games to Mount Rushmore presidents based on their leadership qualities and legacy. The Nintendo Switch 2, launching next week, continues to dominate headlines with Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake's October release window and an upcoming Pokemon Presents showcase announced for July 2025. Meanwhile, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 celebrates an impressive milestone of 3.3 million units sold in just 33 days, while EA makes waves with the cancellation of their Black Panther game and the closure of Cliffhanger Games. We also explore new previews of Persona 5: The Phantom X and review several recent releases including Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon and The Siege and the Sandfox. Industry news brings record-breaking results from NVIDIA's Q1 2026 earnings, with gaming revenue hitting an all-time high of $3.8 billion. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:27 Asif On Assignment 00:03:30 It's Shack Together! 00:03:59 Greg and Donovan's Universal's Epic Universe Grand Opening Trip 00:36:39 Joe's PC, Clair Obscur 00:38:30 Asif's Games: Blue Prince, Doom: The Dark Ages 00:55:36 Mount Switchmore Draft: Matching Nintendo Switch Games to Mount Rushmore Presidents 01:30:00 Story Time! 01:30:04 Previews: Persona 5: The Phantom X, Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake 01:33:49 Reviews: Elden Ring Nightreign, Tainted Grail, F1 25, The Siege and the Sandfox, Scar-Lead Salvation 01:56:21 News: Black Panther Game Cancelled, Star Wars Battlefront 2 Record, Clair Obscur Sales, Pokemon Presents July 2025 02:11:08 Industry: NVIDIA Q1 2026 Earnings, Record Gaming Revenue 02:13:34 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 064 - DOOM: The Dark Ages, Mario Kart World News, feat. Sam Chandler
05/23/2025
Shack Together 064 - DOOM: The Dark Ages, Mario Kart World News, feat. Sam Chandler
Welcome to episode 64 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Sam Chandler as we discuss Bungie's ongoing copyright controversy with an artist claiming unauthorized use of assets in Marathon, while also sharing our continued experiences (and Sam's divisive take) on DOOM: The Dark Ages. Today's show features our "2015 MetaGames" segment, where we compare critic and user scores from that landmark year in gaming, analyzing the sometimes significant disparities between professional reviews and player reception for titles like Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain and Halo 5: Guardians. In Story Time, we cover major industry developments including Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2's surprise PS5 announcement and the ongoing Epic vs Apple saga as Fortnite briefly returns to iOS before being blocked again. We also explore new previews of Lies of P: Overture's frozen zoo and Yakuza 0: Director's Cut coming to Switch 2, while discussing OpenAI's acquisition of Jony Ive's AI startup. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:07 TikTok Salsa 00:04:26 It's Shack Together! 00:05:15 Sam's Games: Oblivion Remastered, The Finals, DOOM: The Dark Ages 00:34:12 Joe's Games: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 00:41:09 Asif's Games: DOOM: The Dark Ages, Blue Prince (Spoilers?) 00:48:34 The 2015 MetaGames: Critics VS Users 01:14:40 Story Time! 01:14:45 Previews: Lies of P: Overture, Yakuza 0: Director's Cut, Puyo Puyo Tetris 2S, Gimmiko 01:20:36 Reviews: Deliver At All Costs, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Tactical Takedown, Monster Train 2, Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny, Blades of Fire, Roadcraft 01:32:40 News: Mario Kart World Info Dump, Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 to PS5 01:40:15 Industry News: OpenAI acquires Jony Ive Startup, Marathon Art Theft, Fortnite to iOS Issues Continue 02:05:39 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 063 - Doom: The Dark Ages Review, Tony Hawk 3+4 Preview, feat. David Craddock
05/16/2025
Shack Together 063 - Doom: The Dark Ages Review, Tony Hawk 3+4 Preview, feat. David Craddock
Welcome to episode 63 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest David Craddock to discuss his review of DOOM: The Dark Ages, who shares insights from his extensive time with the entry's new parry mechanics and combat mechanics. Afterward, we dive into everyone's favorite "DOOM: The Darth Plagueis" segment, where we compare and contrast the lore between DOOM and Star Wars universes, from ancient civilizations and powerful artifacts to legendary warriors and dimensional portals. In Story Time, we cover the crew's most recent PAX East previews including Shadow Labyrinth's Metroidvania-meets-Pac-Man approach and FBC: Firebreak's return to the Bureau of Control. Industry news brings significant developments with Take-Two's optimism for Nintendo Switch 2, Microsoft's 3% workforce reduction, and Sony's $1.7 billion share buyback program. We also discuss Palworld's monster glider removal and Epic Games' official Fortnite iOS submission. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:09 NBA Playoffs Update 00:04:02 It's Shack Together! 00:04:42 David's Games: Doom: The Dark Ages, WWE 2K25 00:34:21 Joe's Games: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, Fragpunk 00:42:47 Asif's Games: DOOM: The Dark Ages, Blue Prince, F-Zero 99 00:49:47 Doom: The Darth Plageuis 01:06:13 Story Time! 01:06:18 Previews: Tony Hawk 3+4, Shadow Lbyrinth, Hank: Drowning on Dry Land, Patapon 1+2, Battle Train, God Save Birmingham, FBC: Firebreak, Gex Trilogy 01:27:04 Reviews: DOOM: The Dark Ages, The Midnight Walk, Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Deedlee Doo! Carkour! 01:37:24 News: Mafia: The Old Country Release Date, Palword Concessions to Nintendo, NTDOY Sales Forecast, Bam Margera in THPS3+4, Fortnite Submitted to iOS 01:43:38 Industry News: Twitter AI, TTWO Q4 Earnings, Microsoft Layoffs, Super Mario World, Sony Supply Chain out of China, Sony Share Buyback 02:02:15 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 062 - GTA VI Trailer, GTA Trivia, EA and AMD Earnings, feat. TJ Denzer
05/08/2025
Shack Together 062 - GTA VI Trailer, GTA Trivia, EA and AMD Earnings, feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to episode 62 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to break down the newly released GTA VI trailer and discuss its May 2026 delay announcement. Our game segment features "GTA Which?", testing our knowledge of Grand Theft Auto series firsts, from GTA III's groundbreaking 3D world to GTA V's character-switching mechanics. Major announcements dominate today's news, including Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate's July 2025 release date and Gears of War: Reloaded coming in August 2025. Meanwhile, the industry sees significant financial developments with EA's strong Q4 bookings and AMD facing $1.5 billion in revenue impacts due to chip sale restrictions. In Story Time, we explore The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered's review and discuss GameStop Canada's acquisition by Stephan Tetrault. Electronic Arts and AMD's earnings reports reveal interesting trends in gaming industry financials, with EA spending $2.5 billion on share buybacks in FY25. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:03 NBA Playoffs 00:05:58 It's Shack Together! 00:08:08 TJ's Games: EVE Vanguard, Fatal Fury 00:19:49 Joe's Games: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, GTA IV 00:27:25 Asif's Games: Blue Prince, F-Zero 99, Schedule I 00:40:28 GTA Which? 00:54:58 Story Time! 00:55:02 News: GTA VI Trailer, Destiny 2: The Edge of Fate, Gears of War: Reloaded Announced, teamLFG Studio, Split Fiction Sales 01:28:27 Previews: EVE Vanguard 01:35:39 Reviews: Oblivion Remastered, Tempest Rising 01:39:05 Industry News: GameStop Canada Acquisition, EA Earnings, AMD Earnings 01:46:38 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 061 - Xbox Price Hikes, EA Layoffs, Tech Earnings Reports feat. Ozzie Mejia
05/02/2025
Shack Together 061 - Xbox Price Hikes, EA Layoffs, Tech Earnings Reports feat. Ozzie Mejia
Welcome to episode 61 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Ozzie Mejia to discuss Microsoft's surprising Xbox price hikes and dive into this week's massive list of tech earnings reports. EA enacts significant shifts with Respawn Entertainment announcing layoffs and game cancellations, while impressive sales figures roll in for titles like Oblivion Remastered, Elden Ring, and more. Today's show features our "Warframe or Soreblame" segment, testing the crew's knowledge of the popular free-to-play game's extensive weapons arsenal, from the widely-used Tenet Envoy to the fan-favorite Opticor. Ozzie also shares insights from his interview with Towerborne's Game Director about the game's Xbox debut and future plans. In Story Time, we cover major industry developments including Fortnite's return to iOS, Apple's court ruling in the Epic Games case, and Nintendo's latest (and perhaps final) System Update preparing for Switch 2. The tech sector dominates our industry news with comprehensive earnings reports from Meta, Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple, revealing significant developments in gaming revenue, AI initiatives, and hardware sales. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:09 Intro 00:10:44 It's Shack Together! 00:11:26 Ozzie's Games: Star Wars Outlaws 00:19:25 Joe's Game: Selling The Xbox 00:21:45 Asif's Games: Blue Prince, F-Zero 99 00:40:24 Warframe or Soreblame 00:49:29 Previews: Towerborne, Wartorn 00:53:54 Reviews: Shotgun Cop Man, Skin Deep 00:58:48 Gaming News: Oblivion Remastered Sales, Clair Obscur Sales, Elden Ring Sales, RE4 Sales, Xbox Price Hikes, Fortnite Mobile Returns, Nintendo Switch V20 01:24:11 Industry News: Respawn Layoffs, Tesla Seeks to Oust Musk, Meta Earnings, Microsoft Earnings, Amazon Earnings, Apple Earnings 01:48:48 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 060 - Marathon, Oblivion, Switch 2 Preorders, Clair Obscur feat. Sam Chandler
04/25/2025
Shack Together 060 - Marathon, Oblivion, Switch 2 Preorders, Clair Obscur feat. Sam Chandler
Welcome to episode 60 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Sam Chandler as we discuss the surprise release of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered and dive into the ongoing Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order situation, where demand has far exceeded Nintendo's launch supply expectations. Today's show features our Video Game Character Draft segment, where we select from an impressive roster including iconic figures like Lara Croft, Master Chief, and Samus Aran. Meanwhile, F-Zero 99 receives a substantial Ver. 1.6.0 update, adding Mini World Tour mode, new decals, and additional customization options. In Story Time, we explore Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny's remaster preview and review several new releases including Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves. We also cover major industry news with Discord's CEO resignation, Remedy's FBC: Firebreak release date announcement, and Ghost of Yotei's October 2025 launch window. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:00 NFL Draft 00:09:55 It's Shack Together! 00:10:52 Sam's Games: Marathon, Oblivion Remastered, Blue Prince 00:36:36 Asif's Games: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, F-Zero 99 00:43:08 Video Game Character Draft 01:00:28 Story Time! 01:00:33 Previews: Onimusha 2: Samurai's Destiny Remaster 01:02:20 Reviews: Clair Obscur, Steel Seed, The Hundred Line - Last Defense Academy, Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves 01:17:52 News: Nintendo Switch 2 Preorders, Phasmophobia Sales, Ghost of Yotei Release Date, Oblivion Remastered Shadow Drop, FBC: Firebreak Release Date Announced 01:35:58 Industry: Discord Co-Founder Resigns, TSLA Earnings, GOOGL Earnings 01:41:16 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 059 - Mario Kart World Direct, Blue Prince, feat. Donovan Erskine + David Craddock
04/18/2025
Shack Together 059 - Mario Kart World Direct, Blue Prince, feat. Donovan Erskine + David Craddock
Welcome to episode 59 of Shack Together! Today's show features our inaugural "Blue Switch" segment, where we test our knowledge of Nintendo Switch Metacritic scores, comparing titles like Super Mario Odyssey and Breath of the Wild against surprising high-scorers like [redacted - you'll have to listen!]. The latest news from Nintendo's Mario Kart World Direct dominate our news coverage, with exciting revelations about character skin unlocks through Yoshi's restaurant, free-roam fast travel features, and new items including Coin Shells and Hammers. We also discuss the Nintendo Switch 2's camera technology, capable of recognizing and tracking up to four faces simultaneously. In Story Time, we explore new previews of Capcom Fighting Collection 2 and Palia's expansion to PS5 and Xbox Series X/S, while covering reviews of Lost Records: Bloom & Rage and the Lunar Remastered Collection. Industry news brings significant developments with Google's advertising technology monopoly ruling and OpenAI's reported social network plans. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:25 Food Poisoning 00:04:58 It's Shack Together! 00:05:27 Donovan's Game: MLB The Show '25 00:12:18 David's Games: Animal Crossing New Horizons, WWE 2K25 00:17:27 Joe's Games: Blue Prince, Joe's PC 00:30:24 Asif's Games: Schedule I, F-Zero 99 00:43:43 Blue Switch 01:08:53 Story Time 01:08:57 Previews: Capcom Fighting Collection 2, Palia 01:11:41 Reviews: Lost Records: Bloom & Rage, Lunar Remastered Collection, Rusty Rabbit 01:16:14 News: Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, Mario Kart World Direct, RTX 5060, Star Wars Zero Company 01:39:31 Industry: Google's Advertising Monopoly, NLRB Whistleblower, OpenAI Social Network 01:49:57 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 058 - Blue Prince Review, Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders, feat. Lucas White
04/11/2025
Shack Together 058 - Blue Prince Review, Nintendo Switch 2 Pre-Orders, feat. Lucas White
Welcome to episode 58 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Lucas White to discuss his recent reviews of SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered and Bleach: Rebirth of Souls, while also exploring Ozzie's review of the newly released Blue Prince, a game making waves as an early GOTY contender. Today's show features our first and likely only "Donkey Kong Sixty-Farce" segment, where we separate fact from fiction about the N64 classic, before diving into the latest Nintendo Switch 2 news. The upcoming console's pre-orders face delays due to tariff concerns, with Nintendo, the ESA, and even protesters in NYC responding to Trump's proposed 90-day tariffs on video games and tech. In Story Time, we go on to cover announcements including Marathon's April 2025 gameplay reveal, Hades 2's Switch console exclusivity, and the Nintendo Switch 2's achievement system, or lack therof. We also discuss Microsoft's AI Quake 2 Copilot demo, Vampire Survivors' free Emerald Diorama update, and Doug Bowser's comments on Nintendo game prices. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:03:44 It's Shack Together! 00:07:22 Lucas's Games - Vampire Survivors: Emerald Diorama, SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered, Bleach Rebirth of Souls, Inayah - Life After Gods 00:29:14 Joe's Games: Super Mario RPG 00:35:18 Asif's Games: Schedule I, F-Zero 99 00:43:25 F-Zero 00:53:55 Donkey Kong Sixty-Farce 01:06:59 Story Time! 01:07:03 Previews: Monster Train 2, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, The Midnight Walk, Doom: The Dark Ages 01:16:00 Reviews: Blue Prince, Disney Villains: Cursed Cafe, Commandos: Origins, Grit and Valor, SaGa Frontier 2 Remastered, South of Midnight 01:28:38 News: AI Quake, Marathon Gameplay, Localthunk loves Blue Prince, Xbox Games Showcase coming, Hades 2 exclusive to Switch 2 at Launch, Hollow Knight: Silksong coming to OG Switch, No Trophies on Switch 2 01:38:45 Industry: Tariff impact on Gaming, Nintendo delays Switch 2 Pre-Orders, Doug Bowser speaks on Switch 2 Game Prices Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 057 - Nintendo Switch 2 Hands On + Unpacking the Direct
04/03/2025
Shack Together 057 - Nintendo Switch 2 Hands On + Unpacking the Direct
Welcome to a special episode of Shack Together! Today's show is entirely dedicated to the Nintendo Switch 2, as our host Asif Khan shares his exclusive hands-on experience with Nintendo's next-generation console, set to launch on June 5, 2025. This two-hour deep dive explores every aspect of the new hardware and its launch lineup. The Switch 2 represents a significant leap forward with 1080p handheld gaming at up to 120 FPS, HDR support, and 4K output in docked mode. New features include an innovative camera peripheral for GameChat and a redesigned Pro Controller sporting additional buttons and an audio jack. The system will even support mouse input (via the JoyCon 2) for compatible games, reminding us once again of their pedigree for fun, strange hardware design. The launch lineup is headlined by Mario Kart World, alongside an impressive roster of titles including Donkey Kong Bananza, The Duskbloods, and Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment. Third-party support is robust with announcements for Elden Ring, Borderlands 4, Hades 2, and Final Fantasy 7 Remake Intergrade. The long-awaited Silksong also finally gets a 2025 release date on the platform. And that about covers things for today's special episode! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 056 - Final Switch Nintendo Direct, GDC Recap feat. Donovan Erskine + Ozzie Mejia
03/28/2025
Shack Together 056 - Final Switch Nintendo Direct, GDC Recap feat. Donovan Erskine + Ozzie Mejia
Welcome to episode 56 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guests Donovan Erskine and Ozzie Mejia to share insights from GDC 2025, while we also dive into Nintendo's final Direct for the original Switch, packed with exciting updates on Metroid Prime 4 Beyond, Dragon Quest I & II HD-2D Remake's release date, and even more info on the new Pokémon Legends title. Today's show features our "Final Nintendo Direct: Wii U Edition" segment, where we test our knowledge of Nintendo's historic announcements from the Wii U era. Afterward, we explore an extensive lineup of GDC previews, including promising titles like Dreams of Another, Revenge of the Savage Planet, and TMNT: Tactical Takedown, while discussing the newly announced ShackMaps feature. Next, we cover significant industry developments including Game Informer's return independent from GameStop, Indiana Jones and the Great Circle's PS5 release date announcement, and ESA's new accessible games initiative. We also discuss GameStop's convertible notes situation and Ubisoft becoming a Tencent subsidiary. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:19 Hustle Culture 00:10:17 It's Shack Together! 00:11:24 Ozzie's Games: Hearthstone: Into the Emerald Dream, The Rogue: Prince of Persia 00:15:12 Donovan's Games: MLB The Show 25 00:19:11 John's Games: Assassin's Creed: Shadows 00:23:13 Joe's Games: What should I play? 00:24:57 Asif's Games: Retro Slam Tennis, Last War, F-Zero 99, Nintendo Music, Nintendo Today! 00:28:33 Asif's 11th F-Zero 99 Victory 00:45:26 The Final Nintendo Direct: Wii U Edition 00:59:45 Story Time! 00:59:51 Preview: Dreams of Another, Mindwave, Wildgate, Pathfinder: Abomination Vaults, Clawpunk, LUCID, Forestrike, Revenge of the Savage Planet, TMNT: Tactical Takedown, Cairn, Jay and Silent Bob: Chronic Blunt Punch 01:16:37 Reviews: Bubble Ghost, PS5 Pro, Look Outside 01:22:53 News: Cristiano Ronaldo comes to Fatal Fury, Shackmaps, Nintendo Direct, GI is Back, Indiana Jones to PS5 02:12:58 Industry: Accessible Games Initiative, GME's Convertible Notes, GME Crash, Ubisoft Subsidiary 02:19:51 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 055 - Xenoblade Chronicles X, Assassin's Creed Shadows feat. TJ Denzer
03/21/2025
Shack Together 055 - Xenoblade Chronicles X, Assassin's Creed Shadows feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to episode 55 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to discuss his review of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, while also diving into the inexplicable announcement of Taco Bell's partnership with NVIDIA for AI integration. The show features the lovely, slightly belated "Operation Siege or Sham" segment, testing our knowledge of Rainbow Six Siege's numerous operations. Today's episode covers several major releases, including our review of Assassin's Creed Shadows and an extensive preview lineup from GDC 2025 featuring titles like FBC: Firebreak, Winter Burrow, and The Finals Season 6. We also discuss Balatro's big win at the IGF GDC Awards 2025, where it took home Game of the Year honors. In Story Time, we explore significant industry developments, including EA Sports College Football 26's player likeness payout details, Silent Hill F's platform reveal, and the formation of a united US-Canada video game workers union under CWA. We also cover NVIDIA's new partnership with GM for AI factory vehicles and Tesla's recall of 46,000 Cybertrucks. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:12 Japanese Public Holidays 00:07:22 It's Shack Together! 00:09:35 TJ's Games: Deadlock, Xenoblade Chronicles X 00:33:15 John's Games: Pirate Yakuza, Assassin's Creed Shadows 00:58:00 Joe's Games: None! 00:58:50 Asif's Games: Wreckfest 2, F-Zero 99, Retro Slam Tennis, Bubbletron 01:07:04 Operation Siege or Sham! 01:18:43 Story Time! 01:18:59 Previews: FBC Firebreak, Winter Burro, Out of Sight, Clair Obscur, The Finals 6, To a T, The Knightling, Hero's Hand, Is This Seat Taken? 01:23:51 Reviews: Xenoblade Chronicles X, Assassin's Creed Shadows, FragPunk, Atelier Yumia 01:29:17 News: MLB + Nintendo, College Football 26, Game Dev Choice Awards 25, Atlus Games Are Hard, Nightdive's I Have No Mouth, Silent Hill f 01:37:53 Industry: Taco Bell AI, NVIDIA + GM, Tesla Recall, CWA Union, BYD Fast Charging 01:54:59 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 054 - Wanderstop Review, Death Stranding 2 Pre-Order Trailer, feat. Sam Chandler
03/14/2025
Shack Together 054 - Wanderstop Review, Death Stranding 2 Pre-Order Trailer, feat. Sam Chandler
Welcome to episode 54 of Shack Together! Today's show kicks off with John sharing his excitement about his new tabletop SEGA arcade, while we dive into major gaming news including Death Stranding 2's release date announcement as well as Josh Broadwell's (who was not able to join us today) emphatic reception of Wanderstop. The gaming industry sees some significant shifts this week, with Niantic selling Pokemon GO to Scopely and Nintendo announcing their San Francisco location's opening date. We also explore new previews of Rainbow Six Siege X Dual Front and Mandragora, while touching on our review coverage for Wanderstop and The Hungry Lamb. In addition, we discuss several curious announcements, including Katamari Damacy Live coming to Apple Arcade and the unfortunate shutdown of Mountaintop Studios' Spectre Divide. We also cover Apple's AI Siri delay and other industry developments. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:07 First Ever Cold Open Audio Unboxing: Astro City Mini by SEGA 00:06:23 It's Shack Together! 00:07:02 John's Games: Pirate Yakuza 00:12:48 Joe's Games: PC Parts! 00:27:40 Asif's Games: Retro Slam Tennis, Super Mario Maker 2, F-Zero 99 00:39:42 No Game Today 00:39:59 Story Time 00:40:03 Previews: Rainbow Six Siege X, Mandragora: Whispers of the Witch Tree 00:49:35 Reviews: Wanderstop, The Hungry Lamb: Traveling in the Late Ming Dynasty 00:56:53 News: Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, Space Marine 3 in development, Katamari Mobile, Spectre Divide shut down 01:17:56 Industry: Niantic Sells Portfolio, Nintendo SF, Apple Delays Intelligence 01:37:26 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 053 - Split Fiction Review, Atomfall Preview, Publisher Rankings feat. TJ Denzer
03/07/2025
Shack Together 053 - Split Fiction Review, Atomfall Preview, Publisher Rankings feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to episode 53 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to discuss his review of Split Fiction, while we all buzz with nostalgic excitement over the (formal) announcement of Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 Remake. Today's show also features an in-depth look at Metacritic's 2024 publisher rankings, where a certain prolific publisher, famous for a certain Blue Blur, claimed the top spot. The show features our Publisher Draft segment, breaking down Metacritic's comprehensive ranking system that evaluates publishers based on their average Metascores, quality ratios, and ability to avoid critical failures. From industry giants like Capcom and Sony to smaller publishers like Aksys Games and Gamera Games, our squad competitvely drafts last year's top players in an effort to come out on top. In Story Time, we cover major industry developments including Monster Hunter Wilds reaching 8 million sales, Neil Druckmann's comments on The Last of Us Part 3, and the revival of the Acclaim publishing brand. We also discuss Pokemon TCG Pocket hitting 100 million downloads and explore several Steam Next Fest demos including Fumes and Curiosity. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:11 LinkedIn Jump Scare 00:08:50 It's Shack Together! 00:09:35 TJ's Games: MH Wilds, KCDII, Split Fiction, Atomfall 00:26:36 John's Games: Pirate Yakuza 00:32:25 Joe's Games: Mother 3 Complete, XDefiant, PC Shopping 00:43:20 Asif's Games: MH Wilds, Retro Slam Tennis, Mario Maker 2, F-Zero 99 01:01:41 Shack Together's Metacritic Publisher Draft 2024 01:29:09 Story Time 01:29:19 David Craddock's Long Read: Catacomb 3-D 01:30:16 Previews: FUMES, Sims 4 DLC, Warframe Techrot, Curiosity 01:33:36 Reviews: Split Fiction, WWE 2K25, Slime Heroes, Knights in Tight Spaces, Carmen Sandiego 01:42:51 News: THPS3+4, TLoU 3, Absolum, MH Wilds Sales, Pokemon TCG Downloads 01:47:49 Industry News: Discord IPO, Acclaim is Back, Sasanqua Launch, Digg Returns 01:53:54 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 052 - Monster Hunter Wilds, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, feat. Bill Lavoy
02/28/2025
Shack Together 052 - Monster Hunter Wilds, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, feat. Bill Lavoy
Welcome to episode 52 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Bill Lavoy to discuss his take on Monster Hunter Wilds, while Pokemon fans worldwide buzz with excitement over the newly revealed Pokemon Legends: Z-A gameplay and the announcement of Pokemon Champions. Today's show features Asif's mystery game segment which does feature a Monster Hunter flavor, alongside discussions of fresh previews from Steam Next Fest including Monaco 2 and Splitgate 2. We also dive into reviews of recent releases like Two Point Museum and Omega 6, while covering major industry news including Fable's delay to 2026 and Bloober Team's mysterious new collaboration with Konami. In Story Time, we explore NVIDIA's impressive Q4 2025 earnings report and growing demand for their Blackwell GPUs, while also discussing devestating industry developments like Warner Bros. Games shutting down Monolith Studios. PlayStation VR2 gets a significant price cut for March 2025, and the Annapurna Interactive Showcase brings exciting new announcements and gameplay reveals. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 00:01:19 John's Airpods 00:02:20 Intro 00:06:32 Bill's Games - Monster Hunter Wilds 00:21:38 John's Games - Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii 00:27:16 Joe's Games - Mother 3 00:27:55 Asif's Games - REKT Party, Retro Slam, Omega 6, ToTK, F-Zero 99 00:33:10 Game! Monster Hunter or Make Believe 00:51:21 Previews - Monaco 2, Splitgate 2 00:54:48 Reviews - MH Wilds, Omega 6, PGA Tour 2K25, Two Point Museum 01:04:27 News - Pokemon Day, Fable Delayed, Bloober + Konami, + more 01:27:02 Industry News - NVIDIA Earnings, PSVR 2 Price Cut, Monolith Shuttered 01:56:06 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 051 - Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Elden Ring Nightreign, feat. Sam Chandler
02/21/2025
Shack Together 051 - Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, Elden Ring Nightreign, feat. Sam Chandler
Welcome to episode 51 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Sam Chandler to discuss his in-depth (and belated - our fault, not his) review of Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 and share insights on the latest S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 update. In addition, TJ Denzer (not present) has published their review of Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, which we touch on during today's episode as well. Our main segment today introduces "NOW! That's What I Call Trivia: Volume Gaming," a game that tests the crew's knowledge on everything from Marvel Rivals to Annapurna Interactive's catalogue of releases. In Story Time, we cover significant industry developments, including NetEase Games' Marvel Rivals layoffs despite the game's enormous popularity, GameStop's sale of its Canadian and French operations, and Pacific Drive reaching 1 million units sold. We also discuss the newly announced Annapurna Interactive Showcase 2025 and share impressions of the Delta Force: Black Hawk Down campaign. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Timestamps 0:00.000 Episode Summary 0:58.060 Chicken Chain Restaurants 13:43.046 It's Shack Together 14:44.963 Sam's Games - KC:D2, Elden Ring Neightreign 19:11.734 John's Games - Pirate Yakuza, GT7 on PS5 Pro 30:41.164 Joe's Games - Mother 3 36:02.404 Asif's Games - Balatro, F-Zero 99, Tokyo Xtreme Racer, Mario Maker 2 46:24.326 NOW! That's What I Call Trivia: Volume Gaming 1:15:08.506 Previews - Delta Force 1:16:51.511 Reviews - Pirate Yakuza, Warriors: Abyss, Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog 1:23:09.464 News - Annapurna Interactive Showcase announced, Pacific Drive sales numbers 1:25:13.497 Industry News - Unity Stocky, Rivian Stock, Cliffy B's Panic Garden, Marvel Rivals and NetEase, + more 1:54:42.227 Community Notes Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 050 - State of Play, Killing Floor 3, Onimusha Rennaissance feat. TJ Denzer
02/14/2025
Shack Together 050 - State of Play, Killing Floor 3, Onimusha Rennaissance feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to episode 50 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest TJ Denzer to break down the latest PlayStation State of Play showcase, which brought major announcements including Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater's release date and Housemarque's new project Saros. TJ also shares his hands-on impressions of Killing Floor 3, giving us insight into the next chapter of the zombie-slaying franchise. The State of Play dominated our discussion with its packed lineup of reveals, from Sonic Racing CrossWorlds to the intriguing Shinobi: Art of Vengeance. We also got a demo release announcement for Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii along with the announcement of Lies of P: Overture, a snowy expansion of the beloved title. In Story Time, we explore previews of South of Midnight and Elden Ring: Nightreign, alongside reviews of unique titles like Rift of the NecroDancer and Urban Myth Dissolution Center. The industry news rounds out with PS5 reaching an impressive 74.9 million units sold and Dragon Quest creator Yuji Horii providing an update on the mysterious Dragon Quest 12. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 049 - WWE 2K25 Preview, iicon, Forza to PS5, feat. David Craddock
02/07/2025
Shack Together 049 - WWE 2K25 Preview, iicon, Forza to PS5, feat. David Craddock
Welcome to the 49th episode of Shack Together! This week, we're thrilled to have fan-favorite David Craddock joining us for our "49er or Capcom Fighter" segment. In this segment, we challenge the crew's knowledge of San Francisco 49ers players and Capcom video game characters. Why this particular combination, you ask? Sometimes the best ideas start with a catchy title. Also sometimes mediocre ideas start with a catchy title. I'm not sure this title's even catchy. In Story Time, we dive into hands-on previews of upcoming titles including WWE 2K25, Apex Legends: Takeover Season 24, and Dune: Awakening. We also cover major reviews of anticipated releases like Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2, Civilization 7, and Citizen Sleeper 2. The news brings some interesting developments, including Forza Horizon 5's surprise PS5 release announcement and Steam's new warning system for abandoned Early Access games. Industry updates include ESA's announcement of IICON 2026, Nintendo Switch reaching new lifetime sales milestones, and EA's latest live service revenue reports. We also discuss Google's removal of their AI pledge and the slow sales figures for Mario and Luigi: Brothership. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 048 - Xbox Developer_Direct, DOOM: The Dark Ages, feat. Donovan Erskine
01/24/2025
Shack Together 048 - Xbox Developer_Direct, DOOM: The Dark Ages, feat. Donovan Erskine
Welcome to episode 48 of Shack Together! We're joined by special guest Donovan Erskine to break down all the exciting announcements from the Xbox Developer_Direct, including the highly anticipated DOOM: The Dark Ages. The presentation brought several major reveals, including Ninja Gaiden 4, South of Midnight's release date, and an in-depth look at what's next for the DOOM franchise. In Story Time, we cover a wide range of topics including Ted Price's retirement from Insomniac, the winners of the New York Game Awards 2025, and reviews of interesting new titles like Synduality: Echo of Ada and Mika and the Witch's Mountain. We also cover some discouraging industry news, with the cancellation of both the God of War live service game and Extremely OK Games' Earthblade, while celebrating Balatro's impressive milestone of 5 million copies sold. Last, we discuss Netflix's latest subscription price hike and Samsung's AI-focused Galaxy S25 announcement. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 047 - Nintendo Switch 2 Announced, Civ 7, Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, feat. Greg Burke
01/17/2025
Shack Together 047 - Nintendo Switch 2 Announced, Civ 7, Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, feat. Greg Burke
Welcome to episode 47 of Shack Together! Our gaming adventures continue as I wrap up Astrobot with a decidedly above average score and subsequently dive into Yakuza Kiwami, while Greg Burke joins us to share his continued thoughts on Marvel Rivals. John's been splitting time between Marvel Rivals, Fortnite Ballistic, and completing God of War Ragnarök, while Asif maintains his ever-eclectic mix of Disco Elysium, F-Zero, Balatro, and (you guessed it) Marvel Rivals. Today's show, however, is dominated by the recent Nintendo Switch 2 announcement. We dive deep into the reveal, discussing our expectations for the launch lineup (including potential titles like Red Dead Redemption 2, Silksong, and Metaphor ReFantazio), backward compatibility concerns, and our hopes and fears for Nintendo's next generation of gaming. In Story Time, we cover a range of news including hands-on previews of Civilization 7 and Like a Dragon: Pirate Yakuza in Hawaii, AGDQ 2025's impressive fundraising total, and Sony's intriguing AI player input lag patent. We also discuss the upcoming Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo release and TikTok's preparation for potential USA server shutdowns. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 046 - Gaming Resolutions Draft, AGDQ, CES feat. Sam Chandler, Ozzie Mejia
01/10/2025
Shack Together 046 - Gaming Resolutions Draft, AGDQ, CES feat. Sam Chandler, Ozzie Mejia
Welcome to episode 46 of Shack Together! Today's show features our first-ever Gaming Resolutions Draft, where we compete over a set of insane pre-defined gaming goals for 2025. It's a chaotic way to start the year, as we each try to draft the most achievable (or least ambitious) gaming goals for the many months ahead. In Story Time, we cover some exciting developments, including AGDQ 2025's ongoing charity marathon, Ubisoft's potential strategic changes, and NVIDIA's reveal of their RTX Blackwell 50-series GPUs at CES 2025. We also discuss LocalThunk's Golden Thunk GOTY award going to Animal Well, and Valve's interesting move to bring SteamOS to the Lenovo Legion Go S. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 045 - Shacknews Awards 2024 Recap feat. Greg Burke, TJ Denzer
12/31/2024
Shack Together 045 - Shacknews Awards 2024 Recap feat. Greg Burke, TJ Denzer
Welcome to episode 45 of Shack Together! Today's episode breaks from our usual format as we dive deep into the Shacknews Awards 2024, celebrating an incredible year in gaming. As your producer, I'm excited to guide us through our comprehensive awards coverage, which features an impressive 24 winners each in both our Game of the Year and Indie Game of the Year categories. This special episode showcases the breadth and depth of gaming in 2024, from major releases like Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, Astro Bot, and Black Myth: Wukong to standout indie titles like Balatro, Animal Well, and The Plucky Squire. We'll be discussing everything from technical achievements in categories like Best Graphics and Best Water to our cherished "Do it for Shacknews" award, which recognizes individuals and groups who went above and beyond for the gaming community - including nominees like The Zelda Orchestra, Brandon Cole for his accessibility advocacy, and the dedicated developers at GSC Game World. As we wrap up our final episode of 2024, we want to thank all our listeners for another fantastic year of gaming discussions and community engagement. We'll see you in 2025 for more Shack Together! And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy!
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Shack Together 044 - The Gang’s All Here! Feat. The Games of 2024 Trivia Bonanza!
12/19/2024
Shack Together 044 - The Gang’s All Here! Feat. The Games of 2024 Trivia Bonanza!
Welcome to episode 44 of Shack Together! We've got a packed house today with Sam Chandler exploring Isles of Sea and Sky, Greg Burke and Donovan Erskine both diving into Marvel Rivals, David Craddock adventuring through Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, and John trying out [checks notes] Musk Sticks. As your faithful producer, I'm excited to announce I've completed Final Fantasy IX putting my franchise count at three titles finished in the past 12 months. Asif, of course, ends his Mario Kart 8 Deluxe journey and continues his F-Zero 99 one and tells us all about them before we dive into today’s special main segment. The first ever Games of 2024 Trivia Bonanza, where we put our gaming knowledge to the test with questions about 2024’s most coveted releases, has arrived and our contestants delivered the goods. Featuring a two-team battle for the ages, you’ll want to stick around for this one and play along if you so dare. Hit us up on Chatty and let us know how you performed, while you're at it. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and we’ll see you toward the end of December for one final installment of Shack Together in 2024!
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Shack Together 043 - The Game Awards 2024 Recap feat. Greg Burke, Ozzie Mejia
12/13/2024
Shack Together 043 - The Game Awards 2024 Recap feat. Greg Burke, Ozzie Mejia
Welcome to episode 43 of Shack Together! Today's episode is particularly special as we dive deep into The Game Awards 2024 results and announcements! The show centers around our comprehensive breakdown of The Game Awards winners, where Astro Bot dominated multiple categories including Game of the Year and Best Family Game. The competition was fierce across all categories, with standout victories for Balatro as Best Debut Indie Game and Best Mobile Game, while Helldivers 2 secured both Best Multiplayer Game and Best Ongoing Game. In Story Time, we unpack an absolutely gargantuan slate of game announcements from last night’s Game Awards, including some truly exciting reveals like Elden Ring: Nightreign, a new Ninja Gaiden game from Dotemu and The Game Kitchen, and the surprising announcement of Naughty Dog's Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet. We also covered some significant industry news, including Nintendo's full acquisition of Monolith Soft and the latest Cyberpunk 2077 update adding car customization. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 042 - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Gaming Handhelds, feat. TJ Denzer
12/06/2024
Shack Together 042 - Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, Gaming Handhelds, feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to episode 42 of Shack Together! Today we're joined by TJ Denzer, who's been exploring Two Point Museum and Indiana Jones and the Great Circle, while I've been diving into a diverse gaming menu of 1000xResist, Jedi Survivor, and Final Fantasy IX. As always, Asif keeps his F-Zero skills sharp, making for a truly unforgettable "What we've been playing" segment. The show features our special Handheld Trivia segment, which couldn't be more timely given the breaking news about Sony reportedly working on a new PlayStation handheld device! Story Time was packed with exciting developments, from Path of Exile 2's promising early access plans to major industry shifts like Ubisoft canceling XDefiant and Shuhei Yoshida's departure from PlayStation after an incredible 31-year tenure. We also covered some impressive milestones, including Cyberpunk 2077 surpassing 30 million copies sold and Balatro's mobile success with $4 million in revenue. Plus, Baldur's Gate 3 fans have plenty to look forward to with cross-play and 12 new subclasses coming in 2025. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 041 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, The Game Awards Nominees, NVIDIA Report, feat. Sam Chandler
11/22/2024
Shack Together 041 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, The Game Awards Nominees, NVIDIA Report, feat. Sam Chandler
Welcome to episode 41 of Shack Together! Today we're joined by our regular crew of Asif Khan, myself Joe Stasio, and special guest Sam Chandler. We’re excited to talk to Sam today about his time with S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl before Asif dives into his most recent (successful) adventures in F-Zero. Today's show features a shallow dive into The Game Awards nominees, sparking heated discussions about this year's contenders, along with some opportunity to predict where we think Geoff’s proverbial chips will fall next month when the show airs. Story Time is packed with exciting updates, including our hands-on preview of Avowed's dynamic combat system, reviews of highly anticipated titles like the aforementioned S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl and LEGO Horizon Adventures, and breaking news about Final Fantasy 14's mobile version. We also cover NVIDIA's impressive Q3 2025 earnings and some exciting Half-Life 2 20th anniversary celebrations. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode • • • • • • • • • • • •
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Shack Together 040 - Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D, Tetris Forever, Super Nintendo World, feat. Lucas White
11/15/2024
Shack Together 040 - Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D, Tetris Forever, Super Nintendo World, feat. Lucas White
Welcome to episode 40 of Shack Together! We're excited to bring you another fantastic episode featuring our regular crew of Asif Khan, co-ghost John Benyamine, and special guest Lucas White, who's been crushing it lately with his in-depth reviews of Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, Tetris Forever, and Death Note: Killer Within. The centerpiece of today's show is our highly competitive Dragon Draft segment, where the crew goes head-to-head selecting video games with "Dragon" in the title, each hoping their picks will yield the highest combined Metacritic score. As your steadfast producer, I can finally truly focus on the task at hand now that my journey through Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is complete, allowing me to keep everyone in line during this heated and important competition. In Story Time, we dive into a packed lineup of gaming news and reviews. From our comprehensive coverage of Rise of the Golden Idol and Luma Island in Reviews Palooza, to breaking news about GOG's new preservation program and Super Nintendo World's exciting Donkey Kong Country expansion. We also tackle some serious industry developments, including the Bethesda union strike and NVIDIA's GeForce Now policy changes. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 039 - Switch 2 Backward Compatible, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, feat. TJ Denzer
11/08/2024
Shack Together 039 - Switch 2 Backward Compatible, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to the 39th episode of Shack Together, everyone's favorite Shacknews video games podcast! Join host Asif Khan and co-ghost John Benyamine, along with myself producer Joe Stasio and special guest TJ Denzer as we kick off our weekly audio adventure with our classic "What we've been playing" segment, including Joe's experiences with FFVII Rebirth and Asif's ongoing F-Zero 99 saga. Mark those off your bing cards, folks! In our main segment "19Q Magoo," the team plays an alternative version of 20 Questions before heading over to our news segment. As always, Story Time delivers a comprehensive roundup of gaming news, previews, and reviews, covering everything from the Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D remake preview to major industry developments like Death Stranding's Xbox release and Nintendo Switch hitting 146 million units sold. The team also covers industry news, including Apple's acquisition of Pixelmator and more. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 038 - Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Indiana Jones Preview, feat. TJ Denzer + Bill Lavoy
10/31/2024
Shack Together 038 - Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Indiana Jones Preview, feat. TJ Denzer + Bill Lavoy
Join hosts Asif Khan, co-ghost (wow, very spooky) John Benyamine, and Joe Stasio on this, the 38th installment of Shack Together, featuring special guests TJ Denzer + Bill Lavoy. In this episode, TJ shares his thoughts on "Dragon Age: The Veilguard," an action RPG that impresses visually but might lack a bit of focus. Next, we play Game Guillotine 2024, a competition where contestants navigate alliances and betrayals to keep their favorite video games in the running. After the bloodbath, we head over to Story Time. Get a sneak peek at upcoming releases like "Indiana Jones and the Great Circle" and "Alien: Rogue Incursion" in Story Time, plus catch up on the latest industry updates, including the launch of the new M4 iMac. And that'll do it! Thanks as always for listening, and enjoy! Articles in this episode:
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Shack Together 037 - Alarmo, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, Tesla Reports, feat. Donovan Erskine
10/24/2024
Shack Together 037 - Alarmo, Life Is Strange: Double Exposure, Tesla Reports, feat. Donovan Erskine
We're excited to welcome Donovan Erskine as our special guest on this week's episode of Shack Together! He joins host Asif Khan and co-ghost John Benyamine, along with myself Joe Stasio, for an extended chat on the latest in gaming and tech news and reviews. The episode features "Metacritic Re:ScoreGuessio", a segment where the crew competes to guess the Metacritic scores of this year's most and least beloved games. From highly anticipated titles like Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree and Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to lesser known entries like Bleak Faith: Forsaken, this game really tests the depths of the team's knowledge. Our Story Time segment covers a wide range of topics, including previews of the new Mighty Morphin Power Rangers game and Masahiro Sakurai's confirmation of his next project. We dive into reviews of recent releases like Sonic x Shadow Generations and Zero Sievert, discuss industry news including It Takes Two reaching 20 million sales, and cover Tesla's extensive Q3 2024 earnings report and various legal challenges. The episode also features updates on studio closures, including Netflix's SoCal team and the disbanding of Ubisoft's Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown team. And that's all for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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Shack Together 036 - Silent Hill 2, Metaphor ReFantazio, Xbox Partner Showcase, feat. TJ Denzer
10/17/2024
Shack Together 036 - Silent Hill 2, Metaphor ReFantazio, Xbox Partner Showcase, feat. TJ Denzer
Welcome to another exciting episode of Shack Together! Host Asif Khan and co-ghost John Benyamine are joined by myself Joe Stasio and special guest TJ Denzer for a lively discussion on the latest in gaming news and reviews. Our main segment, "UFO Shifty," challenges the team's ability to distinguish between real and fake names. Our jam-packed Story Time segment covers a wide range of topics, including the 1st-party release of Shackpets Version 2, the announcements that came as a result of Xbox’s Partner Showcase, the pre-order launch of Analogue 3D, impressive sales figures for Metaphor ReFantazio and Silent Hill 2, and exciting previews of upcoming titles like S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chernobyl and Phantom Blade Zero. We also discuss the announcement of Summer Eternal, a spiritual successor to Disco Elysium, and share impressions of various game updates and demos. That about does it for today's show! Thanks as always for listening and enjoy! Articles mentioned in this episode
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