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Throwdown Show

Throwdown Show
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Elden Ring
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Microsoft
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PC Gaming
Playstation 5

Throwdown Show is a twice-weekly video game podcast that covers the latest in gaming news. Our panel features industry veterans and enthusiasts with a deep passion for the medium. We are your #1 source for truly honest and insightful gaming discussions.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes501Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Tonight’s questions:

- Will GTA 6 usher in an all-digital future?

- What will be the breaking point for gamers?

- Will rising console costs move people to cloud gaming?

- Which studios won’t survive the next 5 years?

- Could SD cards be the future o... more

Tonight’s topics:

- GTA 6 pre-orders are live

- The Steam Machine is expensive

- More Xbox price hikes

- Bungie suffers layoffs

Thanks as always to Shawn Daley for our intro and outro music. Follow him on Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/shawndal... more

Tonight’s questions:

- How much will the GTA 6 collector’s edition cost?

- Who is pre-ordering GTA 6?

- Does GTA 6 need online at launch?

- Will the Ocarina of Time remake release beside GTA 6?

- Which game can match the GTA 6 hype?

- How was the hy... more

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Tonight’s topics:

- The Xbox bloodbath

- Bungie set to lay off 400 staff

- GTA 6 pre-orders start on June 25

- Steam Machine pre-orders

Thanks as always to Shawn Daley for our intro and outro music. Follow him on Soundcloud: soundcloud.com/... more

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Recent Guests

Richard Bailey Jr.
Guest on episode discussing Xbox and Summer Game Fest experiences
Episode: 588: Xbox: Triumph and Tragedy
Michael Santiago
Guest introduced as the first question subject
Episode: 586: Should Xbox remove competitors’ logos?
Chris Sealy
Financials analyst mentioned on the show
Episode: 584: Forza Horizon 6 gets rave reviews
Drunken Demon
Listener guest posing questions
Episode: 583: Is Bungie in serious trouble?
Emilio Lopez
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Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Chris Seeley
Panelist on the show
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Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Carlos Romero
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Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Brian Monjoma
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Throwdown Show
Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Asha Sharma
Senior Xbox executive (as referenced in discussion)
Microsoft
Episode: 574: Xbox Project Helix announced

Host

Tony Polanco
Host with long-running role on Throwdown Show / Throwdown, often leading discussions and banter.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Podcast Addict
    PigDan
    3 years ago
  • Edit: 5 to 3 stars. Honestly.. it needs work.

    I've been listening for a long time, but now more irregularly. The Throwdown Show podcast is comprised of gamers offering commentary on news & also discuss topics sourced from listener questions. Some of the cast panel work in the gaming and/or art industry. They're cool!

    CRITICISMS: the show has a lot of coverage bias (ignoring a lot of news); discussions get very repetitive; some unnecessary arguments and cynicism; feedback gets forgotten.

    Podcast Addict
    PigDan20
    3 years ago
  • Edit: 5 to 3 stars. Honestly.. it needs work.

    I've been listening for a long time, but now more irregularly. The Throwdown Show podcast is comprised of gamers offering commentary on news & also discuss topics sourced from listener questions. Some of the cast panel work in the gaming and/or art industry. They're cool!

    CRITICISMS: the show has a lot of coverage bias (ignoring a lot of news); discussions get very repetitive; some unnecessary arguments and cynicism; feedback gets forgotten.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    PigDan20
    3 years ago
  • Podcast Addict
    PigDan
    4 years ago
  • Edit: 5 to 3 stars. Honestly.. it needs work.

    I've been listening for a long time, but now more irregularly. The Throwdown Show podcast is comprised of gamers offering commentary on news & also discuss topics sourced from listener questions. Some of the cast panel work in the gaming and/or art industry. They're cool!

    đź”´ CRITICISMS: the show has a lot of coverage bias (ignoring a lot of news); discussions get very repetitive; some unnecessary arguments; feedback seems to be forgotten about.

    Podcast Addict
    3
    PigDan20
    4 years ago

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Shows are entertaining, informative, and maintain a fun, high-energy tone.
Listeners praise unfiltered takes and real-talk about gaming news.

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571: Is the PlayStation community fractured?
Q: What would actually get you excited about next-gen?
It would need to have a strong launch with three to four diverse exclusives and then a quality exclusive every year without remakes.
562: RAM prices will affect gaming for years
Q: What are your thoughts on RAM prices affecting gaming?
The panel agrees that high RAM prices will significantly impact both console and PC gaming, making it harder for consumers to keep up.
558: Is the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection cursed?
Q: What gives you hope for the future of the gaming industry?
The future might see more indie games taking center stage as AAA studios simplify due to pressure from consumers and shifting interests, indicating a potential shift in dynamics toward more consumer-driven content.
556: Will the ROG Xbox Ally ever play all Xbox games?
Q: Will the ROG Ally's inability to play older Xbox games hurt it in sales?
Yes, it's likely to hurt sales, particularly among older gamers who value backward compatibility.
556: Will the ROG Xbox Ally ever play all Xbox games?
Q: Has the gaming industry ever been as volatile as it is now?
The hosts express a belief that significant changes are coming due to the perceived instability and dissatisfaction with major gaming companies.

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A candid, opinionated panel discusses current gaming industry moves, market dynamics, and major publisher decisions, with frequent banter and sharp takes. Episodes cover price shifts in hardware, live-service model strategies, executives' moves, and the ripple effects on game calendars, platform strategies, and consumer behavior. The tone blends industry analysis with humor and controversial opinions, often featuring rotating guests and strong personalities who aren't afraid to challenge conventional wisdom. This show is likely to appeal to listeners who want unflinching perspectives on games, hardware, and business decisions shaping the industry, delivered in an informal, entertaining format.

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Throwdown Show launched 6 years ago and published 501 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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1. Richard Bailey Jr.
2. Michael Santiago
3. Chris Sealy
4. Drunken Demon
5. Emilio Lopez
6. Chris Seeley
7. Carlos Romero
8. Brian Monjoma

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