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Episode 588: Microsoft Buys ZeniMaxEpisode 588: Microsoft Buys ZeniMax
So, a day before the Xbox Series X preorder launch (which after the podcast was a complete shitshow), Microsoft drops the mic by announcing they just essentially purchased The Elder Scrolls, Fallout, Prey, DOOM, and other major properties. Not much else to talk about, really.
The game news includes:
- Microsoft purchases ZeniMax for $7.5B
- Bethesda’s overhauling its engine for Starfield and The Elder Scrolls 6
- Former Skullgirls developers have launched a new studio called Future Club
- Hades has sold 1m copies
- Blizzard confirms BlizzCon 2021 dates
Let us know what you think.
Episode 738: StalkeredEpisode 738: Stalkered
If you want to watch the live version of the podcast, check the video above.
Google to sell Chrome AND be banned from re-entering the browser market for five years, recommends US Department of Justice, Stalker 2 sells over a million copies, Steam has changed its policy on DLC content and season passes, so now players are entitled to proper compensation if future plans fall through (“Customers will be offered a refund for the value of unreleased DLC”), and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth won’t receive any DLC.
The news includes:
- PlayStation Portal update adds cloud gaming support in beta, no PS5 required
- Path of Exile 2 early access has a 25-hour campaign
- Dragon Quest 3 Remake producer wants to give Final Fantasy 6 some HD-2D love
Let us know what you think.
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Episode 563: Welcome to the CloudEpisode 563: Welcome to the Cloud
This week, the gang discuss the provocative article by Forbes about Microsoft ignoring Sony in favor of combating Google and Amazon in the cloud space — and how Sony is renting Microsoft’s servers. No Gaming Flashback this week, though.
The news includes:
- Microsoft: Amazon and Google are ‘the main competitors going forward’
- Stardew Valley creator is working on two new games
- Capcom removes Denuvo DRM from Devil May Cry 5
Question of the Week: “What’s your favorite videogame trailer or advertisement?”