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GCX 2025
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Solstice
GCX
Marathon (destiny 2 Expansion)
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Need a Rez is a weekly podcast covering the latest news and reviews in the world of video games. Hosted by Danfinity, EpicDan22, BonafideHiro, Eseipha, Samikat and Tiddly.

Live every Sunday night @ 6:30 PM ET. Episodes published everywhere Monday morning.

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THIS WEEK: God of War Laufey's release date was announced at San Diego Comic Con, Bethesda and Obsidian are working on more Fallout games, and Xbox's Accessibility initiatives are up in the air following their layoffs. Join Danfinity, Tiddly and Sami... more

THIS WEEK: we welcome ProfessorBroman! Ben is a 14 year content creation veteran who wears many hats for GCX, a gaming convention based out of Orlando, FL, and Magic Find Studios, an indie games startup, and his coffee brand, King's Coast Coffee. Fol... more

THIS WEEK: WE'RE BACK WITH A FRESH COAT OF PAINT AND A NEW NAME!

| SOURCES |

Forbes - A Studio Shattered: The Aftermath Of The Mass Bungie Layoffs by Paul Tassi

Aftermath - Xbox Will Lay Off 3200 Workers And Cut Four Studios Loose by Riley McCloud... more

THIS WEEK: the FINAL episode of Destiny Digest before we enter into our chrysalis to become a beautiful new show on July 12th, 2026! Danfinity, BonafideHiro, Tiddly, Epicdan22, Eseipha and special guest RevenantD2 join to discuss favorite memories fr... more

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Recent Guests

Professor Broman
Professor, guest scheduled to discuss GCX and its impact on the gaming industry
GCX organization (implied)
Episode: Xbox Layoffs, Sony Ending Disc Production, & More
Dr. Resolute
Artist/curator involved with an art arcade at GCX
GCX / Art arcade organizers
Episode: Xbox Layoffs, Sony Ending Disc Production, & More
Dr. Jones
Artist/curator involved with an art arcade at GCX
GCX / Art arcade organizers
Episode: Xbox Layoffs, Sony Ending Disc Production, & More
Lego Flash
Guest in Destiny Digest episode
Episode: Destiny Digest #141: Destiny 2 Final Update Breakdown: Abilities, Armor, Rewards & More (Part 2)
Mika (P1 Kapich)
Creator, Bungie Foundation involvement
Bungie Foundation
Episode: Destiny Digest #126: Game2Give Interview (w/ ⁨the Bungie⁩ Foundation)
Talk Qwerty to Me
Guest streamer and Destiny community member
Twitch streamer
Episode: Destiny Digest #107: Should the Raid Race be 24 hours? w/ TalkQwertyToMe_
Saint Kabir
Host of Podcast Versus Enemies, Destiny community expert
Podcast Versus Enemies / Destiny community
Episode: Destiny Digest #106: Portal & Power & Weapons w/ ⁨@Saint_Kabr⁩

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Danfinity
Host of Destiny Digest
Tiddly
Host and co-host on Destiny Digest
SamiKat
Host and panelist, community contributor
EpicDan
Guest/Host, panel participant

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 85 ratings
  • Kind, Fun and Gets Stuff Done

    The Bodega of all your Destiny needs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saytrrie
    Ireland2 years ago
  • This podcast slaps

    The hidden unreleased episodes are even better. And Dan loves cubes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    modsherpa
    United States2 years ago
  • Smells Nice, Mostly Clean

    Great guy, often knows what he’s talking about. Fluently speaks 1 language. Incredible podcast guests!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mister Dunes
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome show for playing and learning destiny 2

    Dan is one of the kindest and approachable people in the destiny space and this podcast is no execption of that! I've learned SO Much from the Inifiniden

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SyberKai
    United States2 years ago
  • Awesome show for New Lights and D2 Vets.

    Dan has brought his years over from Planet Destiny into a new show and it shows that D2 still has legs in this new format. Weekly guests. Topics and news that are a fresh perspective of the World of Destiny 2. Also that laugh makes anyone chuckle. Your in for a good time and your ears will thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The GreyFoxx
    United States3 years ago

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Conversations with varied guests keep perspectives fresh
Regulars bring deep Destiny knowledge and community context
Guests are credible and add practical strategy from gameplay to charity work

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#107
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MASSIVE changes for GCX 2026 w/ ProfessorBroman
Q: How is GCX supporting the Destiny community during Destiny Celebration of Life and beyond?
GCX expanded Destiny-focused programming, including a Destiny memorial wall, interviews with Destiny voice actors, and continued community events to honor the game and its players even as the live-service era winds down.
MASSIVE changes for GCX 2026 w/ ProfessorBroman
Q: What are some dream future additions to GCX that you'd love to see?
The team dreams of fully immersive experiences like stepping onto the Normandy deck, an official eSports tournament series as part of GCX, and expanded tabletop/TCG showcases with high-profile reveals from major publishers.
MASSIVE changes for GCX 2026 w/ ProfessorBroman
Q: What role does Meet To Match play in GCX this year?
Meet To Match is piloting a content creator vertical to help connect creators with brands and charities, making it easier for attendees to arrange meetings and maximize business opportunities at the event.
MASSIVE changes for GCX 2026 w/ ProfessorBroman
Q: What is the planning cadence for GCX and how does the team manage long lead times with brands?
Planning typically requires about 18 months to align with marketing calendars and ensure a seamless integration of community, developers, and sponsors, while also maintaining flexibility to adapt to industry changes.
MASSIVE changes for GCX 2026 w/ ProfessorBroman
Q: How has GCX grown over the past decade and what were the early origins?
GCX began as a bar meetup for content creators and grew rapidly into a major convention experience spanning multiple venues, culminating in a long-standing partnership with Universal Studios Orlando and a focus on community-driven experiences.

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Fans of Destiny 2, live-service game ecosystems, and community-driven discussions tend to flock here. Episodes frequently cover patch notes, live-service cadence, balance between PvE and PvP, and ongoing Bungie strategy, with hands-on play anecdotes and a mix of news, theorycraft, and lore chatter. A notable dimension is the emphasis on creator collaboration, charity initiatives, and the integration of community voices into ongoing game discourse, which makes the show a reliable source for players seeking practical tips, meta insights, and behind-the-scenes context. The show often features guests from the Bungie Foundation, prominent community creators, and seasoned Destiny players, adding credibility and varied perspectives to ongoing Dest... more

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2. Dr. Resolute
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4. Lego Flash
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