Episode 271

The Steam Frame price is revealed and impressions are out, and it seems to be the latest in a continuous glut of overpriced hardware. How does Valve's latest hardware compete in the VR space, and is it worth the asking price? The discussion on the Steam Frame naturally dovetails into assessing the current state of VR. Do VR's prospects seem any better or worse since the last time we discussed it? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Monster Hunter Wilds). This episode was recorded in September 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

6:35 - The Steam Frame

20:15 - The Current State of VR

38:41 - Valve's VR Ambitions

1:01:25 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword

1:08:25 - Monster Hunter Wilds

Episode 270

Nintendo has hit us with not one, but two Nintendo Directs! The first is a Zelda 40th anniversary direct, where we finally see extended gameplay of the much-anticipated Ocarina of Time remake. Then, they have a traditional direct showing upcoming new games for Switch 2 like Metroid Ravenous and Kirby and the World Beyond. We offer our thoughts on Nintendo's upcoming slate of games and extensively discuss the Ocarina of Time remake. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Monster Hunter Wilds, Slay The Spire 2). This episode was recorded in September 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

7:41 - Nintendo Direct + Thoughts On New Games

31:19 - Ocarina of Time Remake Impressions

55:28 - Onimusha: Way of the Sword

1:13:49 - Monster Hunter Wilds

1:20:21 - Regarding Marvel's Wolverine

1:26:34 - Slay The Spire 2

Episode 269

Sony's statement that "reasonable consumers" know that they don't own their games has brought the topic of digital ownership back to the forefront. What does owning a digital good look like in 2026, and how do the laws regarding digital ownership need to change to ensure a prosperous digital-only future for consumers? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Big Walk, Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls, Bloodborne). This episode was recorded in September 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

10:22 - Analyzing Digital Ownership in 2026

39:12 - Big Walk

50:06 - Marvel Tōkon: Fighting Souls

1:06:11 - Bloodborne

Episode 268

After over a decade, the next Grand Theft Auto is imminent, and the lead-up to release has deviated from Rockstar's well-laid plans. An anonymous leaker has obtained an early build of the game and has leaked several clips online. How will these leaks impact the perception of the game? Plus, Rockstar has finally officially shown off an extended first look at the game. Are these reveals enough to sway our opinions on GTA VI? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator, Super Mario 64 / Hollow Knight Archipelago, Big Walk, Pokémon Unite). This episode was recorded in August 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

3:45 - GTA VI Leaks

17:36 - Rockstar's GTA VI Extended Look

43:51 - Iron Nest: Heavy Turret Simulator

46:41 - Dota 2

50:09 - Super Mario 64 / Hollow Knight Archipelago

54:50 - Big Walk

1:00:30 - Pokémon Unite

Episode 267

Linux-based gaming is steadily growing, pushed forward by Steam and capitalizing on the numerous mistakes made by Windows. How is gaming on Linux in 2026? Today, we discuss our Linux-based gaming experiences and predict where it'll go in the future. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Halo: Campaign Evolved, Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Marvel's Spider-Man 2). This episode was recorded in August 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

5:48 - Linux Gaming Overview

13:29 - Connor's Experience Switching To Linux

51:37 - Halo: Campaign Evolved

1:00:22 - Yoshi and the Mysterious Book

1:05:00 - Marvel's Spider-Man 2

Episode 266

It's time for the second episode in our "Games of Yesteryear" series! Today, we take a look at one of the all-time great years in gaming history: 2007. We discuss the best games from that year, and crown Gametalk's 2007 Game of the Year. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Slay The Spire, Ship of Harkinian, Battlefield 6). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

6:52 - Top 16

35:23 - Quarterfinals

48:22 - Semifinals

58:15 - Finals (Game of the Year 2007)

1:12:57 - Slay The Spire

1:16:28 - Ship of Harkinian

1:25:15 - Battlefield 6

Episode 265

2026 is zooming by, and the time has come for our annual mid-year analysis episode. How do we feel about gaming in 2026 so far, and what surprises do the rest of the year hold for us? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Destiny 2, The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker, Super Mario 64, Stardew Valley). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

6:23 - 2026 Analysis and Predictions

18:49 - Game Highlights in 2026 So Far

48:11 - The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time

56:25 - Destiny 2

1:02:00 - The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker

1:09:49 - Super Mario 64

1:12:31 - Stardew Valley

Episode 264

Xbox has announced mass layoffs throughout their studios. Some of the cuts, such as the reduction of id Software by half, are particularly egregious. How will Xbox reconcile their lofty ambitions in the industry with their seemingly callous disregard for the games they are making? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Destiny 2, Teamfight Manager 2, Sid Meier's Civilization VII). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

1:45 - Xbox Layoffs and Studio Divestment

17:37 - id Software Gutted and Xbox's Goals

45:43 - Destiny 2

51:21 - Teamfight Manager 2

57:43 - Sid Meier's Civilization VII

Episode 263

Sony has announced that starting in 2028, they will no longer print discs. With Microsoft's Project Helix already confirmed to be discless, this statement effectively declares the end of physical, disc-based games. Today, we analyze this wildly unpopular decisions and the potential negative ramifications of an all-digital console future. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Meccha Chameleon, Fall Guys). This episode was recorded in July 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

6:35 - Sony Kills Physical Games

37:51 - Meccha Chameleon

43:05 - Fall Guys

46:59 - Our Game Development Projects

Episode 262

The Steam Machine is imminent - it was reviewed by several creators and priced at an eye-watering $1049 for the most basic SKU. Today, we give our thoughts on the Steam Machine in the context of its price and the current hardware landscape. Is the pricing an anomaly or a foreboding sign of things to come? As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Halo 3, Tainted Grail: Fall of Avalon, Mario Tennis Fever). This episode was recorded in June 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Opening Banter

6:40 - Steam Machine Pricing / Impressions

31:24 - Steam Hardware Speculation and Comparisons

52:14 - Halo 3

1:00:44 - Tainted Grail: The Fall of Avalon

1:07:09 - Mario Tennis Fever

Episode 261

In today's episode, Dylan makes his podcast debut! We speak at length about the future of the games industry and how it might parallel the film/music industries, as well as some of the challenges that the industry may face in the years to come. As always, we conclude with the games we're playing (Destiny 2, Resident Evil). This episode was recorded in June 2026. Intro and outro music composed for Gametalk by Dylan Chase.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Game Ownership Replaced With Access

11:13 - Game Companies Have Increased Risk Aversion

23:34 - Individual Creators Become More Valuable

27:29 - Increased Emphasis On User-Generated Content

35:01 - Game Discovery Becomes A Massive Problem

43:49 - AI Will Open Up Game Development To The Masses

55:31 - Attention Becomes The Most Valuable Currency

1:01:25 - Will Gaming Become The Dominant Entertainment Medium?

1:08:49 - The Dire Xbox Situation

1:16:13 - Destiny 2

1:33:52 - Resident Evil (Series)