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  • Xbox Redefined, GOTY Nominees, and Sony’s Next Move S5E43
    2024/11/22

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we dive into the evolving definition of Xbox as Microsoft reimagines its gaming ecosystem beyond consoles, explore Two Point Studios' return to in-office collaboration, and discuss Sony’s rumored buyout of FromSoftware parent Kadokawa. We also cover Valve’s potential Steam Controller 2, the latest update bringing cloud streaming to PlayStation Portal, and the Game Awards’ exciting 2024 Game of the Year nominees. Don’t miss our insights into these industry-shaping developments!

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    1:02 Update

    10:24 Microsoft's Xbox Transition https://tinyurl.com/4rs5eusz

    39:34 FromSoftware Parent Kadokawa Confirms Sony’s Buyout Intent https://tinyurl.com/yrcbtx2y

    51:35 PlayStation Portal update https://tinyurl.com/4r4ar2kk

    58:55 Steam Controller 2 https://tinyurl.com/53hvm8ur

    1:04:52 The Game Awards announces nominees https://tinyurl.com/bys98ujb

    1:38:40 Outro


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  • Warner Bros. Struggles, Anti-Cheat Wins, and Call of Duty's Record-Breaking Success S5E42
    2024/11/15

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we dive into the financial struggles of Warner Bros. Games, with CEO David Zaslav addressing a year of underperforming releases and major losses. We also explore how Riot Games' Vanguard anti-cheat system is making strides in the fight against PC gaming cheaters in Valorant. Nintendo’s Shigeru Miyamoto shares his perspective on development costs, emphasizing creativity over budget. Plus, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 breaks records on Xbox, and Microsoft's Phil Spencer discusses the potential for future acquisitions post-Activision deal.

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    1:21 Updates

    4:18 LVT Coaching Experience

    33:02 Warner Bros. Games Lost Enormous Amount Of Money https://tinyurl.com/385vzsrj

    40:11 Valorant is winning against PC cheaters https://tinyurl.com/bdhx7sej

    54:39 Shigeru Miyamoto is him https://tinyurl.com/mwfxybba

    1:03:40 COD: Black Ops 6 Witnesses 52% Of Total US Xbox Players Checking It Out https://tinyurl.com/mb5zhm7a

    1:11:29 Phil Spencer Is Still Open to Acquisitions After Activision Deal https://tinyurl.com/4evr3udx

    1:24:35 Outro


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  • AMD's Ryzen 7 9800X3D, Bungie's Marathon Update, and Sony Shuts Down Studios S5E41
    2024/11/01

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we delve into AMD’s powerful new Ryzen 7 9800X3D, offering enhanced gaming performance and 3D V-Cache technology. Bungie provides a development update on their highly anticipated Marathon, though gameplay footage remains elusive. We also explore Sony’s decision to close Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios, and hear strong opinions from Arkane Studios' former president on Microsoft's controversial closure of Arkane Austin. Finally, we discuss the growing trend of veteran developers downsizing in pursuit of smaller, more agile game studios.

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    1:08 Update

    10:49 AMD’s Ryzen 7 9800X3D gaming CPU https://tinyurl.com/yuee2uwz

    25:10 Bungie Gives Update on Marathon https://tinyurl.com/y4k8b59

    34:45 Sony shuts Neon Koi and Firewalk Studios https://tinyurl.com/4vjkv92n

    43:25 President Says Microsoft Closing the Studio https://tinyurl.com/3ww9rxuv

    54:35 Veteran Video-Game Developers Are Going Smaller https://tinyurl.com/34hft8hx

    1:20:48 Outro


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  • Netflix Shuts Studio, Call of Duty Tackles Cheaters, Unity 6 Launches S5E40
    2024/10/25

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we dive into the latest gaming news and controversies. Netflix shuts down its California-based AAA game studio, just as key leaders depart. Activision announces a new AI-driven plan to tackle Call of Duty cheaters, aiming to remove offenders within an hour. Meanwhile, Ubisoft slashes the price of the Assassin's Creed Shadows Collector's Edition and cancels its early access and season pass. We also cover Surgent Studios' hiatus due to funding issues and Unity's comeback with the launch of its highly anticipated Unity 6 game engine. Tune in for all the details!

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    1:41 Update

    18:00 Netflix shuts down California game studio https://tinyurl.com/4cn2x897

    23:17 Call of Duty Cheaters https://tinyurl.com/3wenebn9

    36:10 Assassin's Creed Shadows Collector's Edition https://tinyurl.com/4rsyzp4v

    49:06 Tales of Kenzera: Zau https://tinyurl.com/ye274a6a

    1:02:30 Unity mounts a comeback https://tinyurl.com/bdjd6c3v

    1:14:54 Outro


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  • Analogue's N64 Reboot, Ubisoft Strike, & Xbox Cloud Game Streaming Updates S5E39
    2024/10/18

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we explore Analogue's modernized N64 console, the Analogue 3D, designed to deliver a nostalgic experience in 4K resolution. We discuss Ubisoft France's staff strike over return-to-office policies, Bandai Namco's controversial use of "expulsion rooms," and the implications for the industry. We also dive into the latest addition to the Destiny universe, Destiny: Rising, a mobile RPG shooter developed by NetEase Games. Finally, we highlight Xbox Cloud Gaming's upcoming feature, allowing users to stream their own games starting in November.

    0:00 Intro

    0:45 Updates

    15:32 Analogue Unveils Its Modernized N64https://tinyurl.com/2s4yhxj9

    34:41 700+ Ubisoft France staff walk out https://tinyurl.com/4dzpxp9r

    41:58 Bandai Namco employees moved into 'expulsion rooms' https://tinyurl.com/mtkstcj9

    51:22 Destiny: Rising is a new mobile RPG shooter https://tinyurl.com/ye29dn34

    59:04 Xbox Cloud Gaming Update https://tinyurl.com/4hc496d7

    1:10:40 Outro


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  • Ubisoft's Data Drama, Halo's New Engine, and GameSir's Custom S5E38
    2024/10/11

    In this episode of the M2 Podcast, we explore Nintendo's surprising new Alarmo device and its unique approach to waking you up without game-like distractions. We also delve into Ubisoft's legal troubles over alleged data sharing with Meta, and the story behind a former Bethesda developer's departure to pursue his solo project, "The Axis Unseen." Plus, we discuss the shift of Halo's development to Unreal Engine 5, signaling a new era for the franchise, and GameSir's innovative Tarantula Pro controller, which offers customizable button layouts for multi-platform gaming.

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    1:03 Updates

    15:01 Nintendo Alarmo https://tinyurl.com/4eyr9r86

    27:22 Ubisoft sued for sharing Ubisoft Store and Ubisoft+ user data https://tinyurl.com/vda4v82w

    37:16 Former Bethesda developer quit during Starfield and started a solo project https://tinyurl.com/3c7wsdwp

    55:25 Halo is being built with Unreal Engine 5 https://tinyurl.com/375jjnvc

    1:16:19 Button Label changing controller https://tinyurl.com/4d4xknzr

    1:22:47 Outro


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  • Fntastic’s Comeback, Nintendo's Emulator Crackdown, Nintendo Museum
    2024/10/04

    In this episode, we dive into the latest gaming industry headlines, starting with Fntastic's surprising return after the controversial failure of *The Day Before* and their launch of ‘Fntastic 2.0’. We also cover Nintendo’s legal crackdown on Switch emulators, resulting in the shutdown of Ryujinx, and Hi-Rez Studios’ recent layoffs in a bid to refocus on SMITE 2’s future. Plus, we explore Nintendo’s nostalgic new museum in Japan and Krafton's acquisition of Tango Gameworks, bringing the developer back from the brink after Microsoft's abrupt closure.

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    01:13 Updates

    10:55 The Day Before Devs Return https://tinyurl.com/mr3p8ezn

    22:20 Nintendo has shut down Ryujinx, the “immune” Switch emulator https://tinyurl.com/2p7ehxxw

    33:45 Hi-Rez Studios to cut a number of jobs https://tinyurl.com/muetatbw

    50:17 Nintendo’s very first museum https://tinyurl.com/4xkdybd2

    01:05:08 Behind Krafton's acquisition of Tango Gameworks https://tinyurl.com/4me2e9ax

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  • Ubisoft Cancels TGS, Sony’s $400M Loss, & State of Play Highlights S5E36
    2024/09/27

    In this episode of M2 Podcast, we cover Don't Nod's rough financial start to 2024 and their decision to pause two major projects. We also dive into Ubisoft's sudden cancellation of their Tokyo Game Show appearance, Sony's massive $400 million investment in the failed game Concord, and the real reason behind Blizzard co-founder Mike Morhaime's exit, stemming from conflicts with former Activision CEO Bobby Kotick. Finally, we highlight all the big announcements from Sony's September 2024 State of Play, including exciting remasters and new releases.

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    1:16 Update

    9:14 Life Is Strange Creator Don't Nod Pauses on Two Projects https://tinyurl.com/mwwhdx6y

    18:09 Ubisoft Cancels Online Appearance At Tokyo Game Show https://tinyurl.com/bddfbyer

    29:16 Sony’s‘Concord’ Cost $400 Million To Make https://tinyurl.com/ar5ztkj7

    42:13 Blizzard Co-Founder Left https://tinyurl.com/mr4bdu4a

    56:14 PlayStation State of Play September 2024 https://tinyurl.com/y3fcvkxz

    1:08:33 Outro

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