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The Press Start Podcast

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Playstation State Of Play
Nintendo
Rise Of the Rōnin
Summer Game Fest
PS VR2
Astro Bot
Angerfoot
Stellar Blade
Hellblade 2
The Prince Of Persia: Sands Of Time
Game Pass
Xbox
Warner Bros
Spider-Man
Grand Theft Auto VI
Until Dawn
Ubisoft
Dragon's Dogma 2
Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra
Paper Mario: the Thousand Year Door

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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The gang share their reviews of Kirby Air Riders and Dispatch, discuss our previews of Metroid Prime 4 and Resident Evil: Requiem, and react to the nominees for this year’s Game Awards.

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• 00:00:00 Coming Up

• 00:00:30 Valve's New Hardware: Steam Machine, Steam Controller & Steam Frame

• 00:17:50 Horizon Steel Frontiers and Ratchet & Clank: Ranger Rumble

• 00:26:19 Grand Theft Auto 6 Delayed: Will It Come Out in 2026 for Su... more

We’re sold on Arc Raiders, the new sci-fi, co-operative extraction shooter amassing popularity. We also share our thoughts on Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, Fortnite’s Simpsons event, the future of Rockstar Games and Metroid Prime 4.

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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

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Ewan Roxburgh
Host of the Press Start Podcast and known for his in-depth knowledge and humor surrounding gaming topics.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 153 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
    Australia2 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
    Australiaa year 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
    a year ago
  • So angry

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Slosh84
    United Statesa year ago

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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.
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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Focusing on the latest happenings in the video game industry, this podcast explores a wide range of topics related to gaming news, game reviews, and industry insights. Hosts engage in lively discussions about upcoming titles, personal gaming experiences, and listener opinions, providing a mix of critique and humor that resonates with gaming enthusiasts. Noteworthy is their emphasis on Australian perspectives in gaming culture, along with an interactive approach that includes community engagement and trivia segments. Each episode is marked by a casual yet informative atmosphere, inviting listeners to stay current with the ever-evolving landscape of video games.

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The Press Start Podcast launched 12 years ago and published 112 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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