
Defining Duke is a weekly podcast dedicated to all things Xbox co-hosted by beloved YouTuber MrMattyPlays and Lord Cognito. Whether you're a fan and player of Xbox Series X|S, still hanging around on Xbox One, or have fond memories of Xbox 360 and the original Xbox, our show is for you. We go over the news, talk about the games we're playing, scour rumors and speculation, and much more. We publish... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 293 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Video GamesHobbiesLeisure | |||

In a time where game preservation feels it matters the least, here comes some much needed news. Leaked via The Verge, we now know Xbox is accelerating a program dedicated to preserving your games dating back to the original Xbox generation. That much... more
Ah, like the good ol' days! It's time to talk a lot of Halo and Gears. Interestingly, one franchise has handled the baton pass much better than the other.
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The latest release by Halo Studios is here! While the run up to this launch has been far from clean, how does this game fare when separated from the noise? The Dukes who have deep ties to this game unpack it from the ‘super fan’ angle before rolling ... more
A lot can happen in a week's time! Now that the dust is settling and we have a rare quiet moment for Xbox, it's time to fully unpack the immediate results of Xbox's Reset. We've learned that multiple Zenimax owned studios have returned to their small... more
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If you take the video game industry seriously, this is a must listen in the sphere. As a game developer, this has been my most consistent finger-on-the-pulse must listen since it started. Matty has been an incredibly genuine voice of the people and his co-host cog is a great taste balancer, how Matty likes weird weeabo and baby’s first murder mystery games and COG likes a wide array of classic and narrative rich experiences with the occasional Marvel slop. Great rotating guests and event episod... more
It’s ok to not like product from company… sorry future girl dad.
I don’t listen to any game takes Cog has anymore. After the hard glazing of avowed and dragon age (and more) before release. Matty seems to be honest most of the time.
Although the show is becoming more of a news show vs Xbox centric it’s just the nature of the beast right now since this Podcast is a Xbox now. But love listening to them weekly.
If you’re into Microsoft and gaming, definitely give this one a listen :)
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Defining Duke: An Xbox Podcast centers on a candid, opinionated take on Xbox and the broader gaming industry, blending industry analysis with weekly banter. Episodes frequently cover Xbox strategy, Game Pass, exclusivity debates, leadership shifts, and upcoming releases, while peppering in personal stories, fan input, and health or lifestyle notes. The dynamic between the hosts—two long-time gaming enthusiasts with strong chemistry—drives a lively, accessible conversation that appeals to dedicated Xbox fans and listeners who want thoughtful commentary on console ecosystems and industry developments. Notably, the show often leans into optimistic projections for Xbox, balanced with critical takes on company decisions, and it regularly ties ne... more
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