Episode 690: The FTC Loses

Jordan Lund returns for a guest appearance for the major FTC/Microsoft ruling by a judge. They also discuss Cyberpunk 2077.

The news topics include:

  • ID@Xbox Digital Showcase
  • CMA extends deadline on final decision over Microsoft’s acquisition of Activision Blizzard
  • Xbox Games with Gold ending, replaced by Game Pass Core
  • Stronghold is getting a definitive remaster

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The news includes:

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No “Question of the Week” – this week is Listener Questions – send ’em in!

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The guys discuss EA closing servers for older games, the Red Dead Redemption controversy, Tekken 8 and Killer Instinct.

The news includes:

  • Rumor: Microsoft planning on Xbox Series X Digital Edition
  • Square Enix’s profits drop after Final Fantasy didn’t “meet expectations”
  • Suikoden I & II HD Remaster is still planned for 2023 release
  • Street Fighter 6 fans hit out at $15 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles DLC costumes

Let us know what you think.