Episode 618: DRM, Halo and Lust

This episode is a bit on the short side, but that’s because the news wasn’t really all that meaty.

The news includes:

  • Capcom makes “adjustments” to Resident Evil Village PC DRM
  • Halo Infinite’s first multiplayer beta begins on July 29th
  • Hitman 3’s Season of Lust is out now

Let us know what you think.

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