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The Press Start Podcast

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Death Stranding 2
Playstation State Of Play
Hollow Knight: Silksong
Summer Game Fest
Assassin's Creed
Astro Bot
Elden Ring
Xbox Game Pass
Resident Evil 9
Nintendo Direct
Elden Ring Nightreign
The Game Awards 2025
Game Pass
Video Games
Metroid Prime 4
Clair Obscur

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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Since the demise of E3, it’s the biggest week in gaming — Nintendo dropped a Direct packed with announcements including a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, while the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest revealed everything comi... more

Sony's PlayStation State of Play delivered a wave of announcements that have the gaming world talking, and the Press Start team breaks down every reveal, what it means for PS5 owners, and whether Sony is back on track. We also react to the Fable dela... more

In this episode, we break down our official 9/10 score for 007 First Light, the highly anticipated James Bond action game developed by IO Interactive. We also discuss what’s next for Bungie amongst some troubling times, and share our predictions for ... more

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We break down the massive review score split for Yoshi and the Mysterious Book on Nintendo Switch 2, our thoughts on LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, and dive into the controversial gameplay changes in the upcoming Assassin's Creed Black Flag ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Host with frequent insights into industry trends and in-depth game discussions.
Shannon Gruxty
Co-host known for sharp takes and balanced discussion.
James
Co-host contributing to roundtable dynamics and rapid-fire segments.
Brody
Co-host bringing banter and hands-on impressions.
Harry Callow
Co-host delivering quick takes and industry observations.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 155 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
    Australia9 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
    Australia2 years 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 Aussie take and production quality.
Positive feedback highlights banter and accessibility for casual listeners.

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#14
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#111
Australia/Leisure
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#28
Israel/Leisure/Video Games
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#100
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#123
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#151
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Why Mixtape Is A 10 And One Of 2026's Best Games | The Press Start Podcast
Q: What is the name of the Star Fox Switch 2 remake and what are some of its notable changes?
The remake is Star Fox, a remake of Star Fox 64 with updated graphics, new cutscenes, voice acting, and more detailed character models, while preserving the distinctive puppety art style.
The Best Games of 2025 Are Launching... Now? | The Press Start Podcast
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.

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A lively Australian roundtable discussing the latest in video games, with thoughtful takes on new releases, industry shifts, and upcoming announcements. Episodes consistently blend hands-on impressions, news analysis, and light banter, with recurring topics like live-service strategies, hardware pricing, and major publisher moves. Unique strengths include a distinctly Aussie perspective from a tight-knit panel, frequent banter and trivia, and a willingness to debate design choices and market trends openly. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want accessible, personality-driven conversations about games, hardware, and industry dynamics, without getting overly technical.

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