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Next-Gen Console Watch

IGN & Geek Media
Xbox
Nintendo Switch 2
Playstation
Nintendo
Xbox Series X
Playstation 6
PS5
Playstation 5
Microsoft
Grand Theft Auto 6
Sony
Game Pass
Mario Kart World
Xbox Game Pass
PS5 Pro
Steam Deck
GTA 6
Switch 2
Game Awards
Grand Theft Auto VI

Since the early days of gaming, players have debated which console reigns supreme and how to build the ultimate high-performance gaming PC. Each week, Next Gen Console Watch breaks down the biggest advancements in video game hardware—covering PlayStation, Xbox, and PC upgrades—all in under 20 minutes. From console power comparisons to must-have gaming PC upgrades, we help you decide where to inves... more

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Welcome back to Next-Gen Console Watch! This week Daemon is joined by fellow Omega Cop, Nick Limon, and Beyond's Nick Maillet to talk about that rumored GTA 6 on PC release window. Rockstar and Take-Two have officially been keeping quiet on GTA 6's P... more

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Welcome back to Next-Gen Console Watch! On this week's episode, Daemon, Max, and Ryan look into Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's recent quotes taken from company town hall meeting. Xbox is trying to turn a corner in this current generation, while also preparin... more

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Welcome back to Next-Gen Console Watch! This week Daemon, Ryan, and Max take a look at ex-PlayStation Worldwide Studios boss Shuhei Yoshida's recent comments about this current generation. Yoshida doesn't think gamers are interested in a PlayStation ... more

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Welcome back to Next-Gen Console Watch! This week Daemon, Max, and Ryan dive deep into the latest happenings at Microsoft. This week the company announced another round of layoffs and a significant reshuffling of their remaining studios, which has re... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Limon
Fellow Omega Cop and gaming commentator
Episode: GTA 6 on PC: Why Rockstar Might Be Fast-Tracking It - Next-Gen Console Watch
Nick Maillet
Beyond contributor and gaming commentator
Beyond
Episode: GTA 6 on PC: Why Rockstar Might Be Fast-Tracking It - Next-Gen Console Watch
Max Scoville
Panelist on Next-Gen Console Watch, longtime IGN contributor
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Episode: Xbox's Next Gen Future Depends on Strengthening Current Gen - Next-Gen Console Watch
Shuhei Yoshida
Former PlayStation Worldwide Studios boss
Sony Interactive Entertainment
Episode: 8 Years Isn't Enough: Why This Console Generation Needs to Be Longer - Next-Gen Console Watch
Logan Plant
Guest from Nintendo Voice Chat
Nintendo Voice Chat
Episode: Who Has the Best Holiday/Early 2027 Lineup? - Next-Gen Console Watch
Max Govill
Contributor from Podcast Beyond
Podcast Beyond
Episode: GTA 6 Biggest Unanswered Questions - Next-Gen Console Watch
Ryan McCaffrey
Contributor from Podcast Unlocked
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Episode: GTA 6 Biggest Unanswered Questions - Next-Gen Console Watch
Bo Moore
IGN hardware contributor and op-ed author
IGN
Episode: The $500 Console Is Dead - Next-Gen Console Watch
Brian Altano
Co-host, Podcast Beyond
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Episode: PlayStation’s Physical Game Problem Isn’t Going Away - Next-Gen Console Watch

Host

Max Scoville, Ryan McCaffrey, Logan Plant, Daemon Hadfield, Jamin Hadfield, Damon Hadfield, James Hadfield, Sam Claiborn
Core hosts and frequent contributors responsible for leading discussions around hardware lineups, platform ecosystems, and industry trends.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 88 ratings
  • Ads are crazy

    Multiple minutes of ads in a 20-30 minute show. Kinda crazy on baby

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Robbie6816
    United States3 months ago
  • Unlistenable

    The constant ads are beyond the pale!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JJNYC114
    United States4 months ago
  • Great podcast on upcoming gaming tech

    Great podcast on on upcoming gaming tech that keeps you informed and also doesn’t overstay its welcome, clocking it at around 30 minutes most episodes. Great listen for gaming fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTWNSC
    United States5 months ago
  • 7.5/10

    Too much water

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Sir Breadstick .
    United States6 months ago
  • So. Many. Ads.

    And LOUD ones too! I love the content and all of the IGN hosts and guests, but it genuinely becoming hard to listen anymore. I keep wishing it won’t get worse, and then it does.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    AS12000
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Episodes are valued for timely, informative hardware and platform insights and guest expertise.
Fans enjoy concise takes on upcoming hardware with engaging banter and sponsor reads.
Ads are disruptive and can overwhelm episodes, especially in shorter runtimes.
Sound levels and ad frequency are often cited as a negative listening experience.
Listeners appreciate cross-platform perspectives and insider viewpoints from major outlets.

Chart Rankings

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

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#18
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#110
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#14
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#18
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Apple Podcasts
#80
United Kingdom/Leisure
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#81
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

GTA 6 on PC: Why Rockstar Might Be Fast-Tracking It - Next-Gen Console Watch
Q: Nick Maillet, what's your read on all this?
He suggests the enormous development cost, piracy concerns and the promotional value of PC mods could all factor into Rockstar's release strategy.
GTA 6 on PC: Why Rockstar Might Be Fast-Tracking It - Next-Gen Console Watch
Q: Nick Limon, what's your read on this?
He speculates that Rockstar may be trying to beat unofficial PlayStation 5 recompilation efforts to a playable PC version of GTA 6, while also giving players an official alternative.
Xbox's Next Gen Future Depends on Strengthening Current Gen - Next-Gen Console Watch
Q: What is the likelihood of Xbox achieving a billion daily active users, and what would that entail beyond console sales?
Achieving a billion daily active users would require expanding beyond hardware into a broad ecosystem including mobile, PC, cloud, and cross-platform titles, leveraging existing franchises and new experiences to reach audiences wherever they are.
PlayStation Having Second Thoughts About Sharing Its Games - Next-Gen Console Watch
Q: What do you think is driving Sony to pull back from PC releases?
I think it's mainly about cost management and competitive strategy: porting existing games is cheaper than building new ones, and keeping people on PS5 might be the goal to safeguard hardware sales.
Why Xbox Can’t Give Up on Hardware - Next-Gen Console Watch
Q: Do you think Sony will be concerned if Xbox's next hardware is friendly to PC players?
Max indicates that it could be a concern, especially if Xbox's hardware is noted for its versatility and access to various platforms.

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What is Next-Gen Console Watch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Three hardware-focused hosts and notable guests break down the most exciting developments across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC hardware on a tight, under-20-minute format. Episodes mix first-party and cross‑platform lineups, price dynamics, and industry strategy with practical takes on upcoming consoles, games, and gear. A recurring strength is the panel's insider perspective from major gaming outlets, delivering quick, opinionated takes with a healthy dose of banter and sponsor reads woven in. The show tends to attract listeners who want timely hardware and platform insights to guide buying decisions and future-proof their setup, with a willingness to engage in debates about pricing, digital vs physical, and ecosystem strategies. A n... more

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4. Shuhei Yoshida
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