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Sacred Symbols: A PlayStation Podcast

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Playstation
Helldivers 2
Call Of Duty
Xbox
Sony
Playstation 5
Elden Ring
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth
Bungie
Game Pass
Resident Evil
Death Stranding 2
Playstation 6
Concord
Nintendo
Destiny 2
Marathon
Stellar Blade
Hogwarts Legacy
Grand Theft Auto VI

Sacred Symbols: A PlayStation Podcast is the internet's premiere weekly PlayStation show dedicated to coverage of PS5, PS4, PSVR2, and Sony's deep gaming legacy stretching back to the mid-'90s. Join 20+ year gaming industry veteran and PlayStation brand expert Colin Moriarty -- along with his co-hosts comedian Chris Ray Gun and producer Dustin Furman -- as they go through the news of the week, hig... more

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It's finally time! Rockstar has revealed an in-depth look at Grand Theft Auto VI for the first time, with tons of gameplay, details, and more that so many tens of millions of fans have been hungry for. We discuss all we saw and what we loved and didn... more

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Sony's mishandling of its games-as-a-service initiative is well-worn territory here on Sacred Symbols, but that doesn't mean the fallout doesn't persist. This time around, Guerrilla's new multiplayer title Horizon: Hunters Gathering is the focal poin... more

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On PlayStation 5 in the near future, you're going to be hacking, slashing, stabbing, and serrating your enemies with reckless abandon. For starters, the dangerously-clawed Wolverine emerges in September, along with a newly-announced special edition P... more

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After roughly half-a-dozen episodes of unfortunate absence, we're pleased to welcome Dustin back to the fold, and just in the nick of time at that. A trio of interesting stories have bubbled to the surface over the past week worth examining, and they... more

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Recent Guests

Gabriel Betancourt
Lighting artist with Naughty Dog, formerly at Treyarch
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Episode: #408 | The Thin Line Between Entertainment and War

Hosts

Colin Moriarty
Host of the primary PS-focused show; veteran gaming industry commentator and PlayStation brand expert.
Chris Ray Gun Maldonado
Co-host; comedian and longtime contributor known for rigorous opinion and humor.
Dustin Furman
Producer and host; brings organizational leadership and production notes, often handles behind-the-scenes aspects.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 7.9k ratings
  • Disappointing

    The entire cast seems completely miserable.

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    Alaric_24
    United States3 months ago
  • Shameful

    Two cool host, one anti America host.

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    Nickname is taken 536378374
    United States6 months ago
  • Shameful

    Two cool host, one anti America host, and a toxic fan base of simps

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    Nickname is taken 536378374
    United States7 months ago
  • Shameful

    Woke cowards

    Apple Podcasts
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    Nickname is taken 536378374
    United States10 months ago
  • Disappointing

    This is a PlayStation podcast that has such a high level of cope and gaslighting that it competes with many Xbox podcasts.

    It’s sad that it’s hard to find a quality video game podcast that doesn’t act like a PR agency for the corporations that they discuss.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Shimmed
    United States10 months ago

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Critics accuse show of bias and political overtones, with some calling for less partisan commentary.
Episodes are seen as timely, with strong coverage of industry shifts and major releases.
Listeners praise depth and chemistry between hosts, valuing unfiltered, long-form industry takes.
Sponsorship and Patreon emphasis are noted as part of the show's business model and community.
Fans appreciate humor and candidness, while some negative reviews target perceived elitism or conflicts between hosts.

Chart Rankings

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#24
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#106
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#12
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#22
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#54
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#106
Canada/Leisure

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#418 | Nevermind, These Are Horrid Times
Q: What are your thoughts on Sony ending physical disc production for new games and moving toward a digital‑first model?
The hosts agree it's a complex, strategic move driven by cost, control of the marketplace, and anticipated future platforms, but they worry about backlash from hardcore physical fans and the broader implications for ownership, back-compatibility, and preservation.
#415 | What's Real and What's For Sale?
Q: What are your thoughts on Halo Campaign Evolved's launch window and features?
The crew is intrigued by the idea of Halo Campaign Evolved launching on July 28, with early access for premium editions and a feature set that modernizes Halo CE while preserving its core nostalgia, though some express curiosity about the lack of traditional multiplayer and how it will fare on PS5.
#390 | But Without Me, You're Only You
Q: Do you think studios are going to or should start leaning into attractive characters as a deliberate marketing tactic going forward?
It's likely that they will lean into features that appeal to audiences, but it should be organically integrated rather than a primary focus.
#376 | We Are the Same, Whatever We Do
Q: What do you think about the leak regarding the PlayStation 6 and its detachable disk drive?
I'm not really that surprised. It seems obvious that they would do that based on trends in gaming, and it makes sense to maximize costs.
#376 | We Are the Same, Whatever We Do
Q: What do you think of the PlayStation Family App?
It's designed to help parents manage their children's gaming experience on PlayStation, which is important for families with kids who play video games.

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A weekly long-form discussion centered on PlayStation and the broader gaming industry, blending sharp analysis with candid banter. Topics frequently cover hardware cycles, digital ownership, live-service strategies, pricing decisions, and Sony's first-party direction, interspersed with personal life updates and audience Q&As. Noteworthy are the team's willingness to critique industry decisions while celebrating games and the dynamic rapport among veteran hosts, which helps listeners cut through hype and form their own opinions about platform strategy, game releases, and the evolving economics of modern gaming.

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