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These days, practically everything is an Xbox, and Xbox fans deserve to celebrate their passion for Xbox everywhere. Unlocked is the definitive Xbox podcast, hosted by Ryan McCaffrey alongside a panel of expert guests. Each week, they dive deep into breaking Xbox news, exclusive game reveals, and heated debates on the future of Xbox—covering everything from consoles and PC to Game Pass and cloud g... more

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More fallout from last week's Xbox Game Pass Ultimate price hike as DLC discounts on Game Pass get eliminated in favor of Rewards points, as well as a possible cause of the 50% price increase. We discuss how we'd fix this pricing problem Microsoft's ... more

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It's all about dollars and cents (sense?) on this week's episode of IGN's weekly Xbox show, as we're discussing Microsoft's massive price hike on Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, along with the final tough-to-stomach price of the Xbox ROG Ally X, and EA's re... more

Our main topic is one we'd rather not have to discuss, but unfortunately, here we go again with Xbox console price hikes. We talk about our thoughts on the bigger picture of these higher-than-ever prices five years into this console generation. Plus:... more

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We begin IGN's Xbox show this week by discussing the alleged (but still unconfirmed as of recording) pricing of the Xbox ROG Ally X handheld gaming PC, including what the huge apparent gap in price between the base model and the top-end model means f... more

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Recent Guests

Greg Canessa
Former Xbox executive and creator of Xbox Live Arcade
Formerly of Microsoft, Blizzard, Google
Episode: Former Xbox Exec on the Past, Present, and Future of Xbox – Unlocked 700
Lord Cognito
Podcaster and gaming enthusiast
Iron Lords Podcast and Lords of Gaming
Episode: Xbox’s Price Hikes Are Maddening – Unlocked 692
Jordan Ramée
GameSpot contributor
GameSpot
Episode: The Final Word on South of Midnight - Unlocked 687
Ash Parrish
A gaming journalist with experience in video game analysis and reporting
The Verge
Episode: What We Want From Xbox Handhelds and the Next Gen – Unlocked 684
Mark Medina
Returning guest and Xbox fan
IGN
Episode: Indiana Jones Is the Best Xbox Exclusive in Years – Unlocked 671
David Whitaker
Contributor at LV1 Gaming and guest on Podcast Unlocked
LV1 Gaming
Episode: The Xbox Games We’re Most Thankful For – Unlocked 670
Michael Higham
Longtime games media veteran and IGN hardware dude
IGN
Episode: STALKER 2 First Impressions – Unlocked 669
Rod Fergusson
Head of the Diablo franchise at Blizzard.
Blizzard Entertainment
Episode: Getting Evil With Diablo's Rod Fergusson on Episode 666 – Unlocked 666
Jason Schreier
Author and video game journalist, known for his investigative reporting
Bloomberg
Episode: Crazy Blizzard Stories With Jason Schreier – Unlocked 661

Host

Ryan McCaffrey
Host of the show and a prominent figure in the gaming industry, known for his engaging discussions on Xbox news and gaming culture.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Michael Higham Weeks are an easy skip

    Definitely miss the days of Ryan, Miranda, Destin, and Stella. And Alanah before that!

    The new guy, Michael Higham just always sounds like he is stoned when he’s talking. And on weeks Ryan is out and he hosts, it is a DRAG. His constant “that’s what’s up,” “we cooked,” “I’m young” just adds to the annoyance unfortunately. I enjoy the podcast and news each week but when he hosts, I’d rather spend my time listening to something else or someone that doesn’t talk like they just smoked a huge joint.

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    Cardsdrummer
    United States2 months ago
  • Michael Higham

    See title.

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    SuperSilver420
    United States2 months ago
  • Is this the Ryan show

    Seriously Ryan just loves to hear himself talk. Run on sentences and off topic tangents instead of interacting with his co-hosts. Which by the way are rotated out so frequently. Ryan needs to step down from host or watch how much he talks

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    FIFTY PES0
    United States5 months ago
  • Downward trajectory….

    Ive been listening to Ryan and this podcast for around 10 years and have really enjoyed his coverage of games. That said, over the last year or so its felt like they have become far more an advertising branch of IGN than honestly covering games. This became frustratingly obvious when games like Dragon Age: The Veilguard and Avowed got praised while refusing to discuss the major issues throughout both those games. It seems this problem has been furthered by the introduction of new hosts like Mich... more

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    DavidSprints
    Canada6 months ago
  • Bring Back Stella!!!

    Ryan and Miranda are great. Missing Destin and Stella. New guy seems really nice but doesn’t compare to the aforementioned. Wishing Destin the best, but can we get Stella back more often? Ryan Miranda and Stella would be great!

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    Unsubscribed11
    United States6 months ago

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There is a sense of disappointment regarding recent content shifts and host dynamics.
Listeners appreciate the focus on Xbox-centric news and discussions.
The podcast is often seen as a go-to source for Xbox gaming insights and community conversations.
Some longtime fans express nostalgia for previous hosts and formats.
However, there are concerns about the increase in advertising interruptions during episodes.

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#10
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#53
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#12
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#15
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Apple Podcasts
#61
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Apple Podcasts
#71
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Former Xbox Exec on the Past, Present, and Future of Xbox – Unlocked 700
Q: What do you think about the current state of Xbox now compared to its origins?
Canessa reflects on the evolution of Xbox, highlighting changes in game development dynamics and user expectations.
Doom: The Dark Ages and Elden Ring Nightreign Reactions – Unlocked 693
Q: How is Doom The Dark Ages compared to Doom Eternal?
Doom The Dark Ages feels easier than Eternal, but still demands understanding of parry timings and knowing the weaknesses of enemies.
Doom: The Dark Ages and Elden Ring Nightreign Reactions – Unlocked 693
Q: When did you first know that you were getting really good at video games?
When I was about five years old playing Mega Man 3 and I beat Hardman on the first try.
Avowed Director Carrie Patel and Obsidian Studio Head Feargus Urquhart – Unlocked 681
Q: What are the core parts of Pillars of Eternity that you wanted to make sure got translated into Avowed?
The mix of groundedness and epicness in story and player roles, ensuring players face morally ambiguous decisions.
Avowed Director Carrie Patel and Obsidian Studio Head Feargus Urquhart – Unlocked 681
Q: How did your role, your time as the game director on The Peril on Gorgon DLC for The Outer Worlds help prepare you for Avowed?
The DLC allowed for a smaller problem set. It was much more manageable compared to the complexities of a full standalone game development.

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Focused on the Xbox ecosystem, this podcast provides an engaging mix of news, game reviews, and discussions on gaming culture. Each episode features a rotating panel of expert guests who contribute insights into current events such as Xbox game releases and industry trends, while also exploring nostalgic aspects of gaming, particularly from the Xbox brand. Listeners can expect lively conversations around significant topics including the impact of Xbox Game Pass, game development challenges, and the community's sentiments towards various Microsoft and Xbox announcements. The podcast aims to cater to both dedicated Xbox enthusiasts and newcomers alike, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in staying updated on all things Xbox.

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2. Lord Cognito
3. Jordan Ramée
4. Ash Parrish
5. Mark Medina
6. David Whitaker
7. Michael Higham
8. Rod Fergusson

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