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The HP Podcast (From Handsome Phantom)

The HP Video Game Podcast Network
Nier Automata
Playstation 5
Elden Ring
PSVR2
Summer Games Fest
Skull and Bones
Gears Of War
Assassin's Creed
Skate
Nintendo
Redfall
Call Of Duty
PC Gaming
Star Wars Outlaws
Dragon Age
VALORANT
Xbox Game Pass
Deep Rock Galactic
Doom Eternal
Activision Blizzard

A video game podcast with a LOT of shenanigans. We also cover the headlines of the week, along with games and trivia. BenS@HandsomePhantom.com

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Latest Episodes

Tonight we're talking about Metacritic's Publisher Rankings, PlayStation Price changes, Nintendo's physical game tax, and plenty more!

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Watch the show LIVE Wednesday nights at 7PM Eastern - @benishandsomeyt

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Tonight we're talking about Call of Duty's resurgence?, Dark Outlaw Games being shutdown, Switch 2 production decrease, and plenty more!

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Watch the show LIVE Wednesday nights at 7PM Eastern - @benishandsomeyt

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Tonight we're talking about Starfield's PS5 release, DLSS 5's shockwave, Project Helix's tease, and plenty more!

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Watch the show LIVE Wednesday nights at 7PM Eastern - @benishandsomeyt

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Tonight we're talking about Sony bailing out on PC, Highguard shutting down, Crimson Desert drama, and plenty more!

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Watch the show LIVE Wednesday nights at 7PM Eastern - @benishandsomeyt

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Hosts

Ben
Host affiliated with Handsome Phantom; central on-air presence across many episodes
Dave
Co-host; long-running contributor with hands-on industry commentary
Brandon
Co-host; provides banter and industry takes

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 68 ratings
  • Great gaming podcast!

    Love the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rugerbpi
    United States3 years ago
  • Good Stuff!

    Started listening a few weeks back and waited to give a review. These guys are great! The audio quality is solid, the content talked about is informative, and the banter and chemistry is great! I have a very short list of podcasts and this one has been added to it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justingunz96
    United States5 years ago
  • Fire

    Podcast is fire

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexisAnaya
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic Show

    This is a great Podcast very informative and intelligent conversation!! You will not regret listening!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MajorHoser
    Canada5 years ago
  • Awesome podcast!

    One of my favourite video game podcasts alongside Easy Allies, Sacred Symbols and Game Scoop. Discovered the podcast via a tweet from Ben Moore and I’ve been listening ever since. The content is always interesting and the humour never fails to make me laugh. Thanks for all you do and keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davemorton
    United Kingdom6 years ago

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

Quality of audio and guest dynamics are consistently praised.
Listeners value the chemistry and banter as much as the analysis.
Shows are a reliable blend of industry insight and humor.

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The HP Podcast 346 - Silksong Did Us Wrong
Q: Is Borderlands 4 the Destiny 2 killer?
No, Destiny 2 has seen its own declines, but Borderlands 4 offers a unique and highly enjoyable experience for players.
The HP Podcast 346 - Silksong Did Us Wrong
Q: Was the Silksong release date announcement callous?
Yes, it has been described as somewhat callous considering the limited notice given to other indie developers.
The HP Podcast 346 - Silksong Did Us Wrong
Q: Do you think the Sony financial report reflects any significant changes in strategy?
The omission could suggest a pivot in strategy, though it might also just be a reclassification rather than a reduction in interest in non-console revenue.
Playstation Supernova - The HP Podcast 330
Q: What do you think about the program going away?
I think it reflects low engagement from users over time, leading to its cancellation.
Trouble in Haven - The HP Podcast 329
Q: How important is the upcoming launch of the Switch 2 for the gaming industry?
It's extremely important as it might set a precedent for pricing models in the gaming industry moving forward.

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What is The HP Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A conversational video game show focused on industry trends, hands-on impressions, and humorous banter among three regular hosts. Episodes frequently cover platform strategies, live-service and publisher decisions, notable game announcements, and headlining headlines from the week, blended with personal gaming memories and community shout-outs. The hosts mix sharp takes with casual humor, often riffing on industry moves, console dynamics, and upcoming releases, while weaving in listener engagement via Discord, Patreon, and community mentions. Noteworthy through-lines include running debates about exclusivity, the economics of multi-platform publishing, and the evolving business side of gaming, all delivered in a friendly, informal vibe that... more

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