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The HP Podcast (From Handsome Phantom)

The HP Video Game Podcast Network
Xbox
Nintendo
Call Of Duty
Video Games
Playstation
Elden Ring
Sony
Resident Evil
Ubisoft
Xbox Game Pass
Switch 2
Microsoft
Fortnite
Nintendo Switch 2
Nier Automata
Gran Turismo 7
The Game Awards
Borderlands 4
Deep Rock Galactic
Game Awards

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

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes389Founded7 years ago
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Tonight we're talking about Segas GaaS strategy, Capcom's digital sales, Judas development timelines, Skull and Bones Year 3, 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 Spiders shutting down, the Steam Controller sellout, Xbox leadership changes, GTA's core customers, 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 Spiders shutting down, the Steam Controller price announcement, Black Flag Resync's official reveal, 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 64 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 States6 years ago
  • Fire

    Podcast is fire

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AlexisAnaya
    United States6 years ago
  • Fantastic Show

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MajorHoser
    Canada6 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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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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#123
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Talking Points

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The HP Podcast 368 - DLSS Shockwave
Q: What's your gut take on Starfield coming to PlayStation?
Opinions are mixed: some see it as good for players who didn't buy an Xbox, others doubt it will live up to hyped expectations on a different platform.
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.

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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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The HP Podcast launched 7 years ago and published 389 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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