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The Press Start Podcast

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Playstation State Of Play
Summer Game Fest
Rise Of the Rōnin
Nintendo
PS VR2
Astro Bot
Angerfoot
Stellar Blade
Hellblade 2
The Prince Of Persia: Sands Of Time
Star Wars Outlaws
Game Pass
Warner Bros
Spider-Man
Grand Theft Auto VI
Ubisoft
Until Dawn
Dragon's Dogma 2
Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra
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Each week on The Press Start Podcast, we get together and chat in-depth about the latest video game news and releases, all in the name of Press Start.

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Latest Episodes

NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang defends DLSS 5.0 against claims that AI is ruining game art while Bethesda finally confirms the Starfield PS5 release date for April. We also dive into Jeff Kaplan’s viral comments on toxic gaming culture and the latest system... more

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This week we unpack the bombshell reveal of Xbox Project Helix, Microsoft's next generation console that blurs the line between Xbox and PC gaming with a rumored price tag of $1,200 USD. We debate whether PlayStation's testing of dynamic pricing on t... more

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Bungie finally drops their extraction shooter Marathon while we dissect the shocking 45 day lifespan and shutdown of Highguard. We also dive into the massive Pokemon 30th Anniversary reveals including the record breaking Pokemon Pokopia on Switch 2 a... more

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On this week's episode, we provide an in-depth Resident Evil Requiem review and discuss the fallout of Sony shutting down Bluepoint Games. We analyze the retirement of Phil Spencer as Xbox CEO and what it means for the future of Microsoft Gaming. Fin... more

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Jasmin Roy
Games director at Compulsion Games
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Episode: Talking South of Midnight With Compulsion Games — The Press Start Podcast
Chris Fox
Heads up All Things Audio at Compulsion Games
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Episode: Talking South of Midnight With Compulsion Games — The Press Start Podcast
Harry Callow
Special guest who previewed Rise of the Rōnin
Episode: Rise of the Rōnin Preview And Spider-Man Multiplayer Leaks - The Press Start Podcast

Hosts

Ewan Roxburgh
Main presenter and long-running host with extensive coverage of gaming news and industry analysis.
James
Co-host providing reviews and discussion with strong engagement in episode banter.
Shannon
Co-host contributing commentary and opinion across episodes.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 154 ratings
  • UNPOPULAR OPINION

    Red Dead redemption 2 was robbed of GOTY by God of War. Bigger world and better mission structures and story

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HenryE12
    Australia6 months ago
  • Great games podcast.

    Fantastic games podcast with plenty of news and interesting discussions around the latest games, industry news and more. Always a great listen and high quality production makes it an easy listen without having to put up with bad audio. If you like games and an Aussie take then you’ll enjoy the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kempos2112
    Australiaa year ago
  • PS5 Pro copium

    Those four dudes literally just said that the PS5 Pro high price was “worth it” and “reasonable”. I’d suggest listening to pretty much any other podcast if you want rational opinions.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ConcernedConnoisseur
    Australia2 years ago
  • Ewan really needs to dial down the volume of his intro, it comes through at twice the volume of other podcasts and when you're not expecting it you nearly crash the car as your eardrums blow out

    Podcast Addict
    4
    AussieAzz
    2 years ago
  • So angry

    They just have bad takes and seem so negative all the time.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Slosh84
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's energy, Aussie perspective, and strong banter.
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Fans appreciate the variety of topics, from news to reviews and industry trends.

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Q: How does Resident Evil Requiem compare to earlier titles?
The game is more horror-focused compared to the previous entries, aiming to get back to the franchise's roots.
The Best Games of 2025 Are Launching... Now? | The Press Start Podcast
Q: What are your thoughts on Metroid Prime 4?
There's excitement but also concern about the character interaction and how it affects the isolation experience core to Metroid's identity.
The Best Games of 2025 Are Launching... Now? | The Press Start Podcast
Q: Why do you think Dispatch is a front runner for your game of the year?
It has great storytelling, character work, and decisions that feel meaningful, similar to classic Telltale games.
Ghost of Yotei Review — The Press Start Podcast
Q: What did you score the game and why?
I scored it an 8.5 mainly because it's more iterative than it is innovative, and it doesn't quite feel as landmark as when Tsushima came out.
Xbox Layoffs & Game Cancellations: Is Microsoft Leaving Gaming? — The Press Start Podcast
Q: What concerns do you have about Neil and Halle stepping away from the show?
I think it's good for them to focus on making games instead of the show.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Press Start Podcast

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

A panel discusses major industry and platform moves, including leadership changes at a major publisher, an unexpected closure of a renowned studio, and a deep-dive review of a recent survival-horror title. The episode also covers Nintendo and Pokemon releases on Switch, and situates these moves within broader trends like live-service strategies, acquisitions, and platform competition, with sparks of debate around AI in gaming and subscription services.

The show stands out for its lively banter, strong Aussie perspective, and willingness to speculate about future industry shifts while balancing critique with entertainment. It tends to mix critique, fan-driven commentary, and concrete game-reviews, making it attractive for listeners who want... more

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