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⏳ It’s been 30 years since Chrono Trigger changed gaming forever! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips celebrate the legendary RPG’s 30th anniversary, discussing its impact, best moments, and whether a Chrono Trigger remake could be on the horizon.

Plus, we uncover the real reason Star Wars Underworld was scrapped and what could have been one of the greatest Star Wars games never made.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Chrono Trigger’s 30-year legacy – Why it’s still considered one of the best RPGs of all time.
• 🏹 Could a Chrono Trigger remake happen? – What Square Enix has said about revisiting this classic.
• 🔥 Star Wars Underworld canceled – The true story behind its development and cancellation.
• 🚀 What Star Wars Underworld could have been – Would it have changed Star Wars gaming forever?

Highlights:

• Chrono Trigger’s best moments and hidden secrets.
• Why Star Wars Underworld failed to launch despite its ambitious concept.
• The legacy of canceled Star Wars games and what could have been.
• Our take on whether Chrono Trigger deserves a full remake.

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🔥 Is gaming being manipulated behind the scenes? In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips tackle two of the biggest gaming controversies:

• Is Split Fiction pushing a woke agenda?
• Is Ubisoft using bots to control discussions and hype up their games?

We break down the facts, analyze the latest gaming news, and give our unfiltered takes on what’s really going on.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Is Split Fiction woke? – Examining the narrative, developer intent, and fan reactions.
• 🤖 Is Ubisoft using bots? – Allegations of fake engagement and misleading marketing tactics.
• 🔥 Gaming industry transparency – Can players trust what they see online?
• 🚀 The bigger picture – What these stories mean for the future of gaming.

Highlights:

• Split Fiction’s storyline and themes—overblown controversy or real agenda?
• Reports of Ubisoft using AI-driven bots—fact or fiction?
• How gaming companies manipulate social media hype and reviews.
• Our take on where the industry is headed in 2024.

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🔥 It’s a packed episode with gaming reviews, open-world rankings, and internet controversy! Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips on the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast as they break down Monster Hunter Wilds, debate the best open-world games, and discuss Disney’s latest failures alongside the newest MrBeast drama.

Is Monster Hunter Wilds living up to the hype? Is Disney struggling to stay relevant? And what’s going on with MrBeast’s latest controversy? We cover it all!

In This Episode:

• 🏹 Monster Hunter Wilds review – Is it the best entry in the franchise?
• 🌍 Top open-world games – Ranking the best of all time.
• 🏰 Disney fails again? – Breaking down their latest misstep.
• 🔥 MrBeast drama explained – What happened and why the internet is talking.

Highlights:

• Monster Hunter Wilds gameplay, mechanics, and early reviews.
• Our list of must-play open-world games – do you agree?
• Disney’s continued struggles and what it means for the future.
• Why MrBeast is trending (again) and what it reveals about online culture.

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🔥 Monster Hunter Wilds is finally here, and it’s looking EPIC! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down everything you need to know about Monster Hunter Wilds, from gameplay mechanics to new monsters and what makes this entry stand out.

Plus, we cover the latest gaming news, from industry updates to upcoming releases you need to keep an eye on!

In This Episode:

• 🏹 Monster Hunter Wilds gameplay breakdown – What’s new, what’s improved, and what’s blowing us away.
• 🔥 Monster roster and world design – How does it compare to previous entries?
• 🎮 Latest gaming news – The biggest headlines shaking up the industry.
• 🚀 Predictions for Monster Hunter Wilds’ impact – Will it be the best in the franchise?

Highlights:

• Why Monster Hunter Wilds is a game-changer for the series.
• Early reactions and first impressions from the gaming community.
• The latest industry news every gamer should know about.

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🚀 Big wins, big delays, and big reviews—this episode is packed with gaming news! Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips on the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast as they break down Star Wars Theory’s celebration, early Monster Hunter Wilds reviews, and the real reason behind the Fable delay.

Is the gaming industry thriving or stumbling? We discuss it all!

In This Episode:

• ⭐ Star Wars Theory celebrates! What has fans of the franchise so hyped?
• 🏹 Monster Hunter Wilds reviews are in! Does it live up to the franchise’s legacy?
• 🎮 Fable’s delay explained – What’s really going on behind the scenes?
• 🔥 Gaming news roundup – The biggest headlines shaking up the industry.

Highlights:

• Star Wars community reactions to the latest announcements.
• What makes Monster Hunter Wilds a game-changer—or a misstep?
• Inside the Fable delay—should fans be worried?
• Upcoming releases and industry shifts that every gamer should know about.

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🔥 Forget the noise—this is the ONLY Avowed review you need to hear! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down everything you need to know about Avowed—the good, the bad, and the top worst things holding it back.

Does Obsidian’s latest RPG live up to the hype, or is this another overpromised and underdelivered release?

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Full Avowed review – Gameplay, combat, world-building, and performance.
• 🔥 Top 5 worst things about Avowed – What fans and critics are calling out.
• 🏹 How Avowed compares to past Obsidian RPGs – Does it hold up?
• 🚀 Should you buy it or wait for patches? – Our final verdict.

Highlights:

• What works and what fails in Avowed’s gameplay and mechanics.
• Community reactions—are fans disappointed or satisfied?
• How Avowed stacks up against Skyrim, Baldur’s Gate 3, and The Outer Worlds.

📢 Join the conversation! Do you agree with our take? Is Avowed a must-play or a massive letdown? Like, comment, and subscribe for more unfiltered gaming reviews and discussions. Tune in now!

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🔥 Major shakeups in the gaming industry! In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips discuss the shocking Marvel Rivals studio shutdowns, the highly anticipated Avowed launch day, and a deep dive into Enginefall’s latest gameplay preview.

With so much happening in gaming, we break down the latest news, reviews, and predictions for these major titles and industry events.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Marvel Rivals studio shutdowns – What happened, and what does it mean for the game’s future?
• 🏹 Avowed launch day breakdown – Initial reactions, gameplay analysis, and fan reviews.
• 🚀 Enginefall gameplay preview – Is this the next big RPG to watch?
• 🔥 Industry shake-ups – How layoffs and shutdowns are impacting gaming in 2024.

Highlights:

• How Marvel Rivals is affected by studio closures.
• Avowed’s first-day impressions—does it live up to expectations?
• Enginefall’s unique gameplay mechanics and world-building.

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🔥 The reviews for Avowed are here! Is Obsidian’s latest RPG a hit or a miss? In this episode of the Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers Podcast, Grant Roland and Ed Phillips break down the critic reviews for Avowed, looking at the good, the bad, and whether it lives up to the hype.

We also take a deep dive into Tides of Annihilation, breaking down its gameplay, story, and whether it can stand out in today’s competitive RPG landscape.

In This Episode:

• 🎮 Avowed reviews from critics – Does it meet expectations?
• 🔥 What’s working and what’s not – Breaking down gameplay, combat, and story.
• 🏹 Tides of Annihilation deep dive – What makes this RPG unique?
• 🚀 Our final thoughts – Should you buy Avowed or wait?

Highlights:

• What critics are saying about Avowed and how fans are reacting.
• Tides of Annihilation’s key gameplay mechanics and world-building.
• The future of RPGs and what these releases mean for the genre.

📢 Join the conversation! Are Avowed’s reviews fair, and is Tides of Annihilation the next big thing? Like, comment, and subscribe for more gaming analysis and discussions. Tune in now!