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The DayOne Show | A Video Games Podcast

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Xbox
Game Pass
Gears Of War
Halo
Playstation
Fable
Call Of Duty
Microsoft
Gamescom
Nintendo
Forza Horizon 6
Xbox Game Pass
Ubisoft
Fortnite
Cloud Gaming
Assassin's Creed Shadows
South Of Midnight
Grand Theft Auto 6
Outer Worlds 2
Nintendo Switch 2

Welcome to DayOne! We're an independent, community supported publication bringing you the latest in video game news, reviews, previews and livestreams that focus on reasonable discourse without the clickbait and rage bait that has overrun the video game media industry. Just head to www.playday.one to begin your journey! Join Jon, Nick, Jesse and friends every week for all the latest news, reviews,... more

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Latest Episodes

Time for a new episode of Headlines, DayOne's twice-weekly news focused show that covers the latest and greatest from across the video game industry. On this episode, Aarsal and Jesse dive into Microsoft's Buy Out of 60,000 employees. All this and mo... more

The lads return once more from the depths of the internet to talk video games, the industry and share some life stories. It's the DayOne Show Episode 336, and one of the best gaming podcasts is available on demand for your eyeholes and earholes, righ... more

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Thursday has arrived, and with it a brand spanking new episode of Headlines, our twice-weekly games industry news focused live show, as we break down the top stories in gaming. On this episode, we take a look at EA's 'New Chapter' as it shuts down le... more

Tuesday is here, and so is a brand new episode of Headlines, our twice-weekly gaming news focused live show! On this episode, we take a look at the now deleted comments from an Xbox employee about how the gaming industry all pretends to not use AI, a... more

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Recent Guests

Jez Corden
Industry journalist, Xbox coverage
Windows Central (as discussed)
Episode: Episode 334 | "Xbox gains some XP"
Sam Tolbert
Sam Tolbert, from Campaign Mode
Campaign Mode
Episode: Headlines | Xbox Announces More Layoffs and Studio Changes, Halo Now With Activision
David Burdett
Gaming Trend contributor
Gaming Trend
Episode: Headlines | Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Previews
Sam Talbot
Contributor
Campaign Mode
Episode: Headlines | Gears of War: E-Day Multiplayer Previews
Asha Sharma
Xbox CEO (as discussed in the episode)
Microsoft/Xbox
Episode: Headlines 'Special Report' | Xbox Layoff 3200 Employees, Divest 5 Studios
Matt Booty
Chief Content Officer, Xbox
Microsoft/Xbox
Episode: Headlines | Matt Booty Talks Xbox Studio Collaborations
Jeff Grubb
Game journalist and industry insider
Giant Bomb
Episode: Episode 294 | "The 6th Annual Grubbsmas Shpeshaltacular"
Rand Al Thor19
Noted gaming commentator and influencer
Independent Gaming Community
Episode: Episode 292 | "A Divine Show" w/ Rand al Thor19
Tom Warren
Technology Journalist
The Verge
Episode: Episode 283 | "This is how we play now?" feat. Tom Warren

Hosts

Jon
Host with long-running involvement in DayOne shows and related properties
Nick
Co-host active across DayOne shows, with crossover on multiple platforms
Jesse
Co-host contributing to DayOne Show and related headlines discussions

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 287 ratings
  • My favourite gaming podcast!

    I’ve been listening to Jon, Nick and Jesse for years now and this is genuinely my favourite gaming podcast. They’re not given enough credit for their more level-headed coverage of all the biggest gaming news. They make clear they’re fans of Xbox, but now cover the other platforms well and aren’t afraid to call out any of the platform holders when they do something they don’t agree with. I’d love to be a guest on the podcast someday ☺️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marcusoft365
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Fan boys on a sinking ship

    Clearly uneducated fan boys who are grasping at Microsoft dream , pro AI and despite the name change cannot hide the Xbox bias, a joke. Avoid

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    talkofthetown
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • Always entertaining

    These fellows from Xbox era are hilarious. Look forward to their pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Crazynsa1n
    United States9 months ago
  • Jolly Good Podcast

    Always tuning in on Saturday (and did you know they also do a Tuesday and Thursday Headlines for an hour? Shocker I know) and a wonderful time to listen in. Consider them to be the most respectful and level headed people to listen to with whatever madness is happening. Cheers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xitzFinnx
    United Statesa year ago
  • Not only the best Xbox podcast, but one of the best overall gaming podcasts. Balanced reviews, up to date news and a friendly Discord.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Vinnie
    a year ago

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Many appreciate consistent banter and community engagement during episodes.
Listeners praise the hosts' balance of informative and entertaining content, noting strong knowledge without arrogance.
A solid portion highlights the show's depth on Xbox ecosystem and industry news.
Some listeners criticize occasional format gaps or lengthy intros before topic discussions.

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Episode 335 | "Is Xbox exclusivity back on the table?"
Q: Many people expect GTA 6 to be a shoe-in to win Game of the Year. But if it doesn't win, what will be Game of the Year?
The hosts suggest Ocarina of Time and discuss other possible nominees, including Big Walk, Mixtape, Requiem, Star Wars Galactic Racer and Gears of War.
Episode 335 | "Is Xbox exclusivity back on the table?"
Q: Imagine it was announced that all future titles from Xbox-developed franchises except Call of Duty would be console exclusive to Xbox, and existing titles on PlayStation and Nintendo would no longer receive new content updates. How would you feel about that scenario?
The hosts weigh the business case for future Xbox exclusives against the impact on players, and say ending updates for games people already own on other platforms could be particularly anti-consumer.
Episode 336 | "Bioware is no more"
Q: What moment in BioWare's games was the most memorable, and at what point in your lives did a BioWare game help you in some way, if any?
The hosts recall memorable Mass Effect and Knights of the Old Republic moments, including the Omega 4 relay, character sacrifices and plot twists. They also respond to a listener who says Mass Effect helped him through his sister's illness and death.
Episode 336 | "Bioware is no more"
Q: How are you feeling about Modern Warfare 4 so far?
The hosts are positive about the game, particularly its campaign and multiplayer, and Nick calls the complete package the best Call of Duty in a long time.
Episode 334 | "Xbox gains some XP"
Q: What was the big Xbox-related news this week?
The panel discussed Xbox's town hall announcements, including the creation of Xbox XP, leadership appointments, and a new division strategy, signaling a broader push into film, live events, and partnerships.

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A lively, no-nonsense gaming show that mixes rapid-fire headlines with in-depth hands-on previews and personal bites from the community. Frequent topics include platform strategy, big-name releases, industry shake-ups, and hands-on impressions from previews and events, with a strong emphasis on banter, audience interaction, and fundraising for coverage efforts. Notable strengths likely include a clear host dynamic, practical takeaways for listeners interested in Xbox ecosystem and broader gaming news, plus accessible guest perspectives from media and community voices.

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Recent guests on The DayOne Show include:

1. Jez Corden
2. Sam Tolbert
3. David Burdett
4. Sam Talbot
5. Asha Sharma
6. Matt Booty
7. Jeff Grubb
8. Rand Al Thor19

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