This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives back into a packed week of gaming, anime, and comic book news! Anton returns to Marvel Cosmic Invasion to check out the two DLC characters he missed and shares whether they were worth the wait. He also somehow managed to hit Level 55 in Modern Warfare 3 in under a week, breaking down the grind and what kept him hooked.

Chris finally rolls credits on Scott Pilgrim EX and explains how its story sets itself apart from every other version of Scott Pilgrim across comics, movies, animation, and games. The crew also discusses the surprising departure of Marathon game director Joe Ziegler from Bungie and what it could mean for the already uncertain future of the studio's extraction shooter.

Outside of gaming, they give their long-overdue review of Jujutsu Kaisen Season 3, sharing their favorite moments and whether it lived up to the series' reputation. To wrap things up, they talk about Fortnite embracing the summer with a fresh batch of DC Comics-inspired skins and which characters they'd love to see added next.

Grab your favorite snack and press play for another fun-filled episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast! 🧀🎮

This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew breaks down another wild week in gaming, from NVIDIA reportedly canceling the release of its next GPU to Microsoft's latest round of 3,200 layoffs and the major studio shakeups affecting Compulsion Games, Double Fine, Ninja Theory, Undead Labs, and Arkane. What does it all mean for the future of Xbox and the games we've been waiting for?

On the gaming front, Anton shares more thoughts on Pragmata, celebrates finally hitting Tier 100 in Fortnite, and the crew talks about Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and CrossCode joining PlayStation Plus. Chris gives an update on their progress through Scott Pilgrim EX, while everyone gets excited about Black Ops 1 & 2 making their way to PS5.

The conversation also heads outside of gaming as Anton recaps the excitement of Pokémon GO Fest in Times Square and the return of Mewtwo, before the crew dives into Jubilee's growing impact on Marvel Rivals and why the iconic X-Men hero is becoming such a fan favorite.

It's another packed episode full of gaming news, hands-on impressions, industry discussion, and plenty of laughs. Grab your favorite controller and join us! 🧀🎮

The gaming industry might be heading toward one of its biggest shakeups yet! This week on the Cheesy Controller Podcast, we break down the latest rumors that the PS6 could launch as early as 2027, while reports suggest PlayStation may begin phasing out physical game releases starting in 2028. We also discuss the looming shutdown of the PS3 and PS Vita digital stores and what it means for game preservation.

On the business side, GTA 6 continues its historic run with an unbelievable $3 billion in pre-order revenue, while Microsoft is reportedly considering the closure of Obsidian, Ninja Theory, and Undead Labs, with the long-awaited Blade game and Arcane project potentially facing cancellation.

Madrid and Anton jump back into Splatoon 3 as excitement builds for the Splatoon Raiders , Chris finally rolls credits on Pragmata, and we dive into all the biggest announcements from EVO Las Vegas, including the latest Marvel Tōkon reveals. We also share our thoughts on X-Men '97 Season 2 and discuss whether all this Marvel hype could finally convince Anton to give Marvel Rivals a real shot.

From industry-changing rumors to fresh game impressions and plenty of Marvel excitement, it's another packed episode you won't want to miss! 🧀🎮

The gaming industry is making some wild moves this week, and the Cheesy Controller crew has plenty to say! We break down the long-awaited Grand Theft Auto VI preorder details, including the debate surrounding the $80 Standard Edition versus the $100 Deluxe Edition, the surprising "code in a box" physical release, and what Rockstar's focus on a single-player experience means for fans.

Outside of gaming, we share our spoiler-free impressions after seeing the first three episodes of Bleach: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity during its theatrical release and discuss whether the return of Ichigo and the Soul Reapers lives up to the hype.

On the news front, the Steam Machine is officially up for preorder, but its $1,000+ price tag has gamers questioning whether it's worth the cost. We also discuss Xbox raising the prices of every console once again, both PlayStation and Xbox posting disappointing hardware sales for May, PlayStation doubling down on its live-service ambitions despite recent setbacks, and the controversial removal of more than 500 purchased movies from users' digital libraries.

Join us for another packed week of gaming news, industry discussions, anime impressions, and plenty of laughs on the Cheesy Controller Podcast! 🧀🎮

Get ready for another packed episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast! This week, the crew dives into the internet's newest obsession as Grand Theft Auto VI somehow turns its box art reveal into a 12+ million view event while finally giving fans preorder date details. Is Rockstar simply built different?

Anton and Chris couldn't be more excited as Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 & 2 are officially making their way to PS4 and PS5 thanks to Iron Galaxy, bringing two of the franchise's most beloved entries back to PlayStation.

Anton also shares his first impressions of Pokémon Champions now that it's available on mobile instead of being locked to Switch, while Jalen returns to talk about another week spent with the incredible indie RPG CrossCode and why it continues to win them over.

Meanwhile, the reveal of Final Fantasy VII Revelation has reignited Anton's excitement for the series, sending them back into Final Fantasy VII Rebirth to prepare for what's next in the remake trilogy.

Finally, the crew discusses the troubling reports surrounding Xbox and the possibility of studio closures or spin-offs after years of expensive acquisitions. What does this uncertainty mean for the future of the Xbox brand and the industry as a whole?

All that and plenty more gaming discussions await on this week's episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast! 🧀🎮

On this week's episode of the Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew reunites to talk about everything they've been playing and the biggest stories shaking up the gaming world. Season 2 of Marathon has finally arrived, and despite Anton spending far less time in the game than last season, the squad is still having an absolute blast dropping into Tau Ceti. They also discuss the uncertainty surrounding Bungie and the rumors of possible layoffs, along with saying an emotional goodbye to Destiny 2 as one of gaming's longest-running live-service journeys comes to a close after more than a decade of unforgettable memories.

Elsewhere, Jalen can't stop talking about CrossCode, the indie RPG that's completely taken over their gaming time and may be one of the best hidden gems they've ever played. Outside of gaming, the crew shares their excitement for the upcoming FIFA World Cup, breaks down this year's NBA Finals, and gets Madrid's thoughts on how the NBA season played out.

It's another week of gaming, sports, laughs, and plenty of cheesy takes you won't want to miss! 🧀🎮

The Cheesy Boys are back and this week it's ALL about showcase season! Xbox came out swinging with its Summer Showcase 2026, revealing massive titles like Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Campaign Evolved, Persona 4: Revival, Persona 6, State of Decay 3, Metro 2039, Senua, Crazy Taxi: World Tour, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Clockwork Revolution, Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, Vivarium, and more! Plus, Xbox is celebrating 25 years in style with a gorgeous anniversary console, and the crew breaks down what announcements stole the show and what surprised them the most.

Then it's time to dive into Nintendo's June 2026 Direct! The gang discusses the return of Rhythm Heaven Groove, the shocking reveal of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, Kingdom Hearts 4 finally making an appearance, Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Splatoon Raiders, Dragon's Dogma 2: Dark Arisen, Dragon Quest Monsters: The Withered World, Final Fantasy Resonance, One Piece Grand Gourmet, Orbitals, and the Switch 2 upgrades coming to the Xenoblade Chronicles series.

Which showcase won the week? What games are now on everyone's most anticipated lists? And is 2026 shaping up to be one of gaming's greatest years ever? Tune in as the Cheesy Controller Podcast breaks down every trailer, every surprise, and all the hype from gaming's biggest week! 🧀🎮

The summer showcase season has officially peaked and the Cheesy Boys are here to break down EVERYTHING! This week we're diving headfirst into Sony's latest State of Play featuring huge reveals like Bancho The Chef, God of War: Laufey, Marathon Season 2, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls adding three new fighters, Marvel's Wolverine finally reappearing, plus new looks at ILL, Kemuri, Phantom Blade Zero, Silent Hill Townfall, Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis and more!

Then it's time to unpack Geoff Keighley's Summer Game Fest extravaganza! We discuss the jaw-dropping return of Resident Evil Veronica, Alien Isolation 2 finally becoming a reality, the reveal of Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, The Wolf Among Us 2 resurfacing, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin, Monster Hunter Wilds: Ascendance, Guild Wars 3, Stellar Blade: Blood Rain, Street Fighter 6 updates, and the mountain of other announcements that have us scrambling to update our wishlists.

Which reveal stole the show? Did Sony outshine Geoff, or was Summer Game Fest the real winner? Grab your favorite snack and join us as we break down the biggest week in gaming news, share our hottest takes, and try to contain our hype levels! 🧀🎮

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives into Valve's surprise Steam Deck price hike and what it could mean for the future of handheld gaming. We also break down the official announcement of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 and discuss whether the series can keep its momentum going.

With Grand Theft Auto VI casting a massive shadow over the holiday season, Fable 4 has officially been pushed back, leading to a conversation about just how packed the end of the year has become for game releases. The crew also shares their predictions, hopes, and wild guesses ahead of the upcoming State of Play presentation.

To wrap things up, the excitement is through the roof as Final Fantasy VII Rebirth officially heads to the Nintendo Switch 2, opening the door for even more players to experience one of the biggest RPGs of recent years.

All that and more on this week's episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast! 🧀🎮

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast, the crew dives back into Final Fantasy XIV as everyone finds themselves getting pulled back into Eorzea once again. Anton shares stories from Momocon 2026, including the highlights, surprises, and all the gaming goodness from the convention floor.

After an incredible 190 hours of grinding, Anton finally earns the Platinum Trophy in Marathon and reflects on the journey from start to finish. Meanwhile, Chris continues making steady progress through Pragmata and discusses how his thoughts on the game have evolved as he gets deeper into the experience.

The guys also break down Epic's first look at Unreal Engine 6 running alongside Rocket League, speculate on what could be announced during the June 2nd State of Play, and discuss the latest concerns surrounding a major PSN vulnerability and several high-profile hacks.

To wrap things up, PlayStation fans get hit with more bad news as PS Plus prices are on the rise yet again. Is the service still worth the cost?

All that and more on this week's episode of The Cheesy Controller Podcast! 🧀🎮

This week on The Cheesy Controller Podcast the crew dives into the rough launch numbers for Saros after the game reportedly only moved 300K copies in its first two weeks, while Xbox fans react to a long overdue update to the achievement icon system. Discord Nitro and Game Pass are finally teaming up… but of course there’s a catch hidden in the fine print.

Meanwhile, Capcom continues its unstoppable streak with some of the best sales numbers in company history, Steam Machine rumors resurface with four leaked versions supposedly on the way, and Valve somehow found a way to make the Steam Controller even more gamer friendly by requiring active Steam account registration to prevent scalpers.

The gang also talks about eBay rejecting GameStop’s buyout offer, Sega reportedly canceling its mysterious “Super Game” project, and the bizarre but somehow perfect Fortnite x Overwatch crossover. To close things out, Drake apparently decided sleep was optional and dropped THREE albums in one night because one just wasn’t enough. 🧀🎮