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Game Mess Mornings

Giant Bomb
Nintendo Switch 2
Nintendo
Nintendo Direct
Xbox
Switch 2
Playstation
Ubisoft
Metroid Prime 4
Battlefield 6
Microsoft
Sony
Resident Evil
Call Of Duty
Gaming Industry
Grand Theft Auto 6
Game Pass
Giant Bomb
Donkey Kong Bananza
Nintendo Switch Online
Game Awards

Prolific gaming news expert Jeff Grubb is here to dish out all of the hottest headlines from the around the world of video games!

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Latest Episodes

Jeff Grubb is joined by Lex Luddy to chat about what to expect from Summer Game Fest this week, Fable getting delayed to 2027, what's being promised for the next Call of Duty, the Crossy Road developer getting acquired, and more for your Monday morni... more

We've got Jon Martin joining Grubb on Game Mess Mornings today to chat about the supposed Persona 6 leaks, game breaking bugs in the new Yoshi game, 007: First Light sales, and more!

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5:13 - Persona 6 Character Designs and Background A... more

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Jeff Grubb and Jan Ochoa start your Thursday with updates on the Steam Deck's pricing, worries about the Steam Machine and Steam Frame, Nintendo releasing a new mobile game, Marathon going Free-to-Play, and Donkey Kong 64 is hitting the Switch?

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Jeff Grubb is joined by Jon Clarke to chat about Mina the Hollower and 007: First Light reviews, some quick details on Dragon Quest XII, a new expansion for The Witcher 3, and Sony shutting down Destruction Allstars.

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3:00 - Mina the Ho... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Hanson
Guest; contributor from MinMax
MinMax
Episode: Subnautica 2 Sells 2 Million In 12 Hours With 600K+ Concurrent Players
Chuck Zimmerheld
Guest on the show, industry commentator
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Episode: Slow Sales Start for Saros
Jan Ochoa
Game journalist invited to discuss headlines
Episode: NEW Star Fox Game Coming Soon
Lexi Luddy
Gaming journalist and founder of StartMenu
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Episode: Take-Two has a Console-first Strategy for GTA 6
David Fame Whitaker
Co-owner of LV1 Gaming, guest on show
LV1 Gaming
Episode: GameStop Announces Shocking Offer to Buy eBay
Eric Van Allen
Video editor at Game Informer
Game Informer
Episode: Microsoft Gaming Reverts Back to Xbox Branding
Shawn McDowell
TurboShawn, guest on the show
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Episode: Players Say Peter Molyneux's New Game Is Too Much Like Cooking Mama
Mat Piscatela
Video game market analyst
Surcanah
Episode: Miyamoto Surprised at Harsh Mario Movie Reviews
Matthew Finneman
Content creator and host of NOLA Nerdcast
NOLA Nerdcast
Episode: Report Claims Marathon Cost Over $250 Million

Host

Jeff Grubb
Host of Game Mess Mornings, frequently discussing headlines and market dynamics in gaming.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 470 ratings
  • Lazy negativity and too Nintendo focussed

    Jeff Grubb has a fine mind but most of his guests come across as unprepared. If you’re a big Nintendo fan it’s probably worth checking out but otherwise, no. A guest host recently suggested that “Elder Scrolls 6 was never coming out”. C’mon. Anti-Xbox sentiment at its laziest. Giant Bomb is off my podcast list

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    Emancipor
    Canada2 months ago
  • A conflicted show

    Used to talk a lot about game news and new releases and stuff like that but as time went on it’s gotten quite political and even as a liberal myself I find it quite off putting. Especially when they highlight things like the

    Microsoft boycott but don’t actual do it themselves, just mentioning the boycott and then continuing to support Microsoft just makes you look like a shill. Just pick a side guys and actually stick with it, or go back to games talk I don’t care which one you choose. As a side... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Posivated
    United States3 months ago
  • Dismiss FFIV at Your Own Clibbard!

    Daily digest of video game news with interviews. Great effort, insight and professional production from independent GB crew. Keep doing the lawds twerk team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexLOVESrdio
    United States5 months ago
  • Lexi takes a star away

    Love Grubb, but every time Lexi is on the show you knows there’s going to be at least 20 minutes of “let’s bash Xbox.”

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ComradeX
    United States6 months ago
  • Tired

    I love Jeff and Giant Bomb. This show is fine. Lately though, analysis has just been that CEOs are bad, AI is bad, Microsoft is bad. This may be true, but when every topic comes back to these points, the show gets tired fast, especially when the topic is irrelevant to these three things. I would prefer a more diverse rotation of guests instead of the same handful that just share Jeff’s opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AnonyMooseReviews
    United States8 months ago

Listeners Say

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Hard news-focused with strong insider takes, though politics can dominate some episodes.
Consistently informative for industry watchers and sponsors seeking broad reach in gaming news.
Listeners praise the cadence and guest variety, with occasional critiques of signaling over substance.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#65
United States/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#240
United States/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#35
Canada/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#62
United Kingdom/Leisure/Video Games
Apple Podcasts
#200
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#234
United Kingdom/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Subnautica 2 Sells 2 Million In 12 Hours With 600K+ Concurrent Players
Q: There's a Stumper from the latest episode of the MinMax show about the biggest video game franchise that has never dabbled with any multiplayer. What's your take on this, Jeff?
The trend shows that once a franchise has a large enough legacy, some form of multiplayer tends to appear, whether in mainline games or spinoffs, though there are clear exceptions where no multiplayer exists. It's a fun prompt that highlights how pervasive multiplayer has become across aging IP, and it sets up a broader discussion about how brands evolve and experiment with co-op or competitive modes.
Forza Horizon 6 Leaked Before Launch
Q: When is Forza Horizon 6 actually releasing for players who want early access?
They note that the game is set for general release on May 19th, with early access starting May 15th for premium edition purchasers, but also discuss the pre-launch leaks complicating the timing.
Valve Harware Rumors: Steam Machine Might Be on its Way?
Q: Jason, what do you think about Fortnite's Star Wars modes and whether they signal a lasting shift for the game?
Jason suggests the Star Wars modes are a smart, possibly long-term extension to keep Epic and Lucasfilm collaborating, but he questions whether this will redefine Fortnite or be a broader monetization strategy that might distract from the core Battle Royale experience.
GameStop Announces Shocking Offer to Buy eBay
Q: Do you think Halo's upcoming remakes can reboot the franchise for Xbox?
The hosts feel Halo remakes are a crucial test for reviving the franchise, with optimism if the campaigns are strong and multiplayer continues to be compelling, but cautious due to past shifts in leadership and engine choices.
GameStop Announces Shocking Offer to Buy eBay
Q: What do you think about GameStop's plan to buy eBay and how it could affect Pokemon card pricing?
The panel suggests it could consolidate pricing power around Pokemon cards by controlling marketplace dynamics, potentially increasing prices if executed well, while acknowledging that many variables and risks could derail the deal.

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A fast-paced daily briefing on video game headlines, industry moves, and market dynamics. Discussions frequently center on big releases, hardware pricing, publisher strategies, and cross‑media deals, with guest experts weighing in on trends shaping the gaming landscape. The show is known for candid takes, insider anecdotes, and a brisk, news‑forward format that helps listeners stay current on the industry, platforms, and monetization shifts. Noteworthy is the mix of hardware discourse, live‑service versus single‑player debates, and a willingness to connect gaming news to broader tech and entertainment trends, which can appeal to both industry professionals and informed enthusiasts.

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2. Chuck Zimmerheld
3. Jan Ochoa
4. Lexi Luddy
5. David Fame Whitaker
6. Eric Van Allen
7. Shawn McDowell
8. Mat Piscatela

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