Spectator Mode Podcast - A Podcast For Gamers
Keith Mitchell
From the minds of The Outerhaven, comes Spectator Mode. A podcast devoted to covering all aspects of gaming and the gaming industry. Filled with news, reviews, interviews and a bunch of colorful debates coming to you, every week.
- 1 hour 37 minutesEp. 184 - Tariffs Affecting Gaming, Switch 2 Drama, Tron is Back and All New Venom is Terrible
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 184, the crew kicks things off by diving into the games they’ve been playing and the shows and movies they've been watching. One of the big highlights is the debut trailer for Tron: Ares, which has the team buzzing with mixed excitement and frustration about Disney's latest sci-fi venture. From there, the conversation shifts gears to more serious territory, touching on the impact of tariffs and how they've trickled down into consumer tech and gaming—sometimes in unexpected ways. The team also discusses how Switch 2 pre-orders are being delayed in Canada, sparking a broader debate on hardware availability and Nintendo’s next-gen rollout strategy.
The Nintendo talk doesn’t stop there as the hosts weigh in on the company’s decision to introduce variable game pricing for the Switch 2, and Nintendo's defense of that choice. They also question why Nintendo Tour isn’t offered as a freebie or bundled in, especially as competition in mobile and handheld gaming heats up. There’s also a good laugh (and a little heat) over people defending the Steam Deck over the upcoming Switch 2. For those feeling priced out of the new console, Nintendo’s not-so-subtle answer is: just buy a Switch 1! The episode wraps by explaining Nintendo’s game key cards and a surprising twist in comic book news—the All-New Venom host has been revealed, and it’s none other than Mary Jane. #videogames #allnewvenom #nintendoswitch2 #tronares
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9 April 2025, 3:00 am - 45 minutes 1 secondEp. 183 - Our thoughts and impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct
Welcome to a very impromptu episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast. To be honest, we totally didn't expect us all to be available to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, let alone have so many options about it, but nonetheless, here we are. And, well, we definitely have some stuff to say. Some were positive, some negative, but it's all in fun. Also, no damned F-Zero... C'mon, Nintendo #nintendoswitch2 #gamingpodcast #duskbloods
Hosts:
- Keith Mitchell
- Karl Smart
- Josh Piedra
- Kevin Kelly
- Scott Adams
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2 April 2025, 10:00 pm - 2 hours 2 minutesEp. 182 - Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, and the Return of Game Informer
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 182, we dive into the latest gaming buzz, starting with our excitement about heading back to Summer Game Fest before diving into the big news—Game Informer is back! Dotemu and Tribute Games also made headlines with their reveal of Marvel Cosmic Invasion, while The First Berserker: Khazan left Keith seriously impressed. We reviewed Dark Deity 2 and even had an insightful interview with MASUMI. The episode also featured a deep dive into Assassin’s Creed Shadows, discussing its overall impact and how it runs on Nvidia GeForce Now. We then examined what’s happening between Ubisoft and Tencent before shifting gears to the announcement of Trails Beyond the Horizon. The conversation got even more interesting as we debated whether publishers are afraid of Grand Theft Auto 6 and pondered the misinformation over the Xbox's Steam integration disclosure. Finally, we wrapped up with some housekeeping and ended with Jordan's displease about his PC. Don't miss this jam-packed episode!
#thefirstberserkerkhazan #marvelcosmicinvasion #trailsbeyondthehorizon #assassinscreedshadows #xbox #steam #gamingpodcast #gameinformer
Hosts:
- Keith Mitchell
- Scott Adams
- Jordan Andow
Timestamps:
- 00:00 - Intro
- 01:15 - Games we played / stuff we watched
- 22:51 - We’re heading back to Summer Game Fest
- 23:34 - Gameinformer is back
- 24:55 - Dotemu and Tribute reveal Marvel Cosmic Invasion
- 28:33 - The First Berserker: Khazan is amazing
- 34:33 - Dark Deity 2 review, and Interview with MASUMI
- 36:41 - Assassin’s Creed Shadows DISCUSSION
- 49:08 - Assassin’s Creed Shadows Nvidia Geforce Now Impressions
- 1:01:19 - What’s going on with Ubisoft and Tencent
- 1:18:06 - Trails Beyond The Horizon announced
- 1:26:07 - Are publishers afraid of Grand Theft Auto 6
- 1:28:50 - Xbox Steam integration
- 1:57:03 - Housekeeping
- 1:57:44 - Story Time With Jordan
- 1:59:43 - Outro
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31 March 2025, 6:00 pm - 1 hour 17 minutesEp. 181 - Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 & Xbox Handheld Resurfaces
On Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 181, we dive into the latest gaming buzz, starting with our impressions of the Mechabreak demo and what it brings to the mech genre. We then shred into the exciting reveal of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 remake before discussing our thoughts on Monster Hunter Wilds. The hardware talk heats up with news of an Xbox handheld (again), and we celebrate Chrono Trigger’s 30th anniversary by reflecting on its RPG legacy. Finally, we explore whether PC gaming in the living room has hit its stride.
For our roundtable, we debate if playing Death Stranding 1 is necessary before diving into the sequel and question whether Xbox’s acquisition of Activision was worth it. With hot takes, nostalgia, and industry insights, this episode is packed with gaming goodness you won’t want to miss!
Hosts:
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
00:33 - Games we played / stuff we watched
20:43 - Mechabreak demo impressions
29:26 - Tony Hawk Pro Skater 3 + 4 remake revealed
36:48 - Thoughts on Monster Hunter Wilds so far
44:29 - Xbox handheld is a thing again
54:40 - Chrono Trigger 30th anniversary
01:01:00 - PC gaming in the living room hits prime time
01:06:42 - Roundtable discussions
01:07:16 - Do you need to play Death Stranding 1 before 2
01:11:54 - Xbox purchasing Activision pointless
01:16:38 - OutroYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
13 March 2025, 8:00 pm - 1 hour 12 minutesEp. 180 - Let's Talk About That Fatal Fury: City of The Wolves Demo
The Outerhaven's resident fighting game enthusiasts, Getselious and Kevin Kelly, dive into the recent Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves demo in this special episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast. They break down their impressions, discuss what stood out, what fell short, and inevitably veer into a broader conversation about the Fatal Fury series as a whole. #fatalfurycityofthewolves #SNK #fightinggames
Hosts:
Getselious
Kevin KellyYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
6 March 2025, 5:00 pm - 1 hour 29 minutesEp. 179 - Impressions and Controversy
Welcome back to Spectator Mode Podcast! In episode 179, we dive into the games we’ve been playing and the hottest topics in gaming. We discuss the PS5 Pro’s lukewarm reception, Elden Ring: Nightreign impressions, and Magic: The Gathering’s Final Fantasy crossover. Plus, hands-on thoughts on Fatal Fury: City of Wolves, the Trails Through Daybreak 2 controversy, and Xbox featuring other console logos. We also explore why PlayStation and PC game sales are a goldmine before wrapping up with a roundtable discussion. #gaming #podcast #spectatormodepodcast
Hosts:
Keith Mitchell
Scott Adams
Andrew Agress
Kevin Kelly
Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Games played / Stuff watched
17:49 - PS5 Pro isn’t selling as much as anticipated
19:44 - Elden Ring Nightreign impressions
37:08 - Magic: The Gathering’s Final Fantasy cards unveiled
48:01 - Fatal Fury City of Wolves Demo Impressions
56:01 - Trails Through Daybreak 2 controversy explained
1:04:26 - Xbox putting other console logos on its videos
1:11:55 - PlayStation and PC Games is like printing money
1:25:54 - Roundtable
1:28:27 - OutroYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
26 February 2025, 1:00 am - 9 minutes 50 secondsEp. 178 - How the PlayStation Network Outage Affects PC Gamers
On this much shorter than normal episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, Keith takes a moment to reflect on the recent PlayStation Network outage that lasted 24 hours and how it not only affected PlayStation owners but also PC gamers, thanks to PlayStation's efforts to force PSN onto the audience. Does outages like this give PC gamers confidence that Sony knows what it's doing?
#playstation #playstationnetwork #pcgaming #gamingnews
Hosts:
- Keith Mitchell (@Shadowhaxor on BlueSky)
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You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
13 February 2025, 10:00 pm - 1 hour 26 minutesEp. 176 - PC Games PSN Requirements Slashed, and the Future of Xbox
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 176, the crew talks about the recent PSN PC game requirements being changed, what happened to Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PC port, Forza Horizon 5 heading to PS5, and what the means for the future of Xbox, and will the ongoing tariffs affect gaming.
As always, thanks for watching and listening, and please continue to support us by liking our content!
https://youtu.be/SjWZe7WKxzk
Hosts:
- Keith Mitchell (@Shadowhaxor on BlueSky)
- Scott Adams (@Sithscott on BlueSky)
- Getselious (@getselious.bsky.social)
Timestamps:
00:00 - Intro
02:20 - Games played / Stuff watched
12:25 - PlayStation drops requirements for several PC games
19:47 - Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PC port is a mess
29:20 - Forza Horizon 5 heading to PS5 - what does this mean for Xbox?
54:07 - CritcDB is a new games aggregator
1:04:12 - Just how much will tariffs affect gaming
1:24:19 - OutroThanks for listening!
You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
4 February 2025, 2:00 am - 56 minutes 28 secondsEp. 175 - Exclusive Hands-On with Assassin's Creed Shadows
In this episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, Scott and Andrew dive into their hands-on experience with Ubisoft's highly anticipated Assassin's Creed Shadows. Courtesy of Ubisoft, the duo spent four thrilling hours exploring the game, and now they're here to share their thoughts! From what wowed them to what fell short—and everything in between—they break down all the details you need to know about this upcoming title. #acshadows #assassinscreedshadows
Hosts:- Scott Adams
- Andrew Androw
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24 January 2025, 12:00 am - 1 hour 45 minutesEp. 174 - We Went to CES 2025 and Were Blown Away
Hosts:
- Keith Mitchell (@Shadowhaxor on BlueSky)
- Baron Jones (@Baronj67 on BlueSky)
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
00:06 – Host introductions
00:56 – Hearts and prayers for LA residents
02:25 – The CES that almost wasn’t for Keith
06:28 – First time at CES and what gear we used
15:09 – What we looked at during CES
15:33 – Daiwa massage chairs
18:14 – Baron interviews a robot
24:10 – Keith and Baron speak with Yeyian Gaming
37:35 – My Arcade’s booth has tons of retro-gaming
43:20 – Pimax struts its stuff at CES 2025
51:52 – bHaptics is Ready Player One come to life
57:53 – Surprised to see so many dope people
59:48 – Govee’s booth was amazing and had lots of cool tech
1:06:23 – Baron visits the Blacklyte booth
1:11:18 – Rokid’s Max 2 Ultimate Gaming Amplifier was pretty cool
1:15:09 – Being impressed by Delta’s Keynote Speech and Sphere
1:31:06 – Baron geeks out over the Hyperloop
1:33:06 – Keith regrets riding the monorail
1:33:58 – MSI Claw refresh impresses
1:35:27 – Shoutout to Hyperkin and its new Xbox Competitor controller
1:36:06 – LG’s bendable monitor and transparent panels are awe-inspiring
1:38:29 – Impressed with how we were treated at CES 2025
1:41:03 – Getting ready for next year’s CES 2026 event
1:41:53 – Outro and see ya later
#ces2025
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18 January 2025, 8:00 pm - 2 hours 8 minutesEp.173 - Ending the Year on a High Note
The Outerhaven has wrapped up its final podcast of 2024! In this episode, we discussed what Santa Claus brought us for Christmas 2024, the games we enjoyed in 2024, and what we're looking forward to in 2025. The team also reflected on promises we made in 2024 that we didn't keep and shared our hopes for changes in the gaming industry in 2025.
Thank you for enjoying our content in 2024, and we hope you'll continue to enjoy it throughout 2025!
Thanks for listening!
Hosts:- Keith Mitchell (@Shadowhaxor on BlueSky)
- Karl Smart (@TheMasething on BlueSky)
- Jordan Andow (@Wheelieaverage on BlueSky)
- Scott Adams (@Sithscott on BlueSky)
- Kevin Kelly (@Blockswift on BlueSky)
Other things we talked about
– What didn’t we talk aboutTimestamps:
- 00:00 – Intro
- 00:05 – Housekeeping & announcing the cast
- 01:53 – Our accomplishments throughout 2024
- 05:04 – What Santa Claus brought everyone for Christmas
- 15:34 – Our favorite three games of 2024
- 41:40 – Three games we’re looking forward to in 2025
- 1:10:02 – Promises you made in 2024 that you didn’t live up to
- 1:20:03 – Don’t buy cheap gaming chairs
- 1:22:28 – Stop making unrealistic goals for 2025
- 1:23:51 – Gaming industry wants and personal goals for 2025
- 1:28:44 – Inclusion and representation in gaming
- 2:07:17 – We want to wish everyone a Happy New Year
#assassinscreedshadows #monsterhunterwilds #videogames #videogamepodcast #bestgamesof2024 #pathofexile2
You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast or Spotify, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
You can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you!
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