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Throwdown Show

Throwdown Show
Elden Ring
Xbox
Xbox Game Pass
Fromsoftware
Elden Ring: Shadow Of the Erdtree
Concord
Hi-Fi Rush
Tango Gameworks
Krafton Games
Game Pass
Dark Souls
Sony
Playstation Plus
Playstation
Yasuke
Bungie
Suicide Squad: Killed the Justice League
Gamescom
Street Fighter
Stellar Blade

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 topics:

- Pragmata review

- Xbox head says Xbox Game Pass is too expensive

- Xbox reportedly going back to exclusives

- Xbox Cloud Gaming getting rebranded

- Starfield PS5 is a mess

- GTA leak reveals how much Rockstar makes

- An influence... more

Tonight’s questions:

* What is a game that you appreciated years later?

* Will Call of Duty leave Game Pass?

* Which Xbox game should get top billing?

* Who are your favorite Invincible Vs fighters?

* Which game are you looking forward... more

Tonight’s topics:

- Marathon is cooked

- 007 First Light delayed on Switch 2

- Elden Ring costs $80 on Switch 2

- The First Berserker Khazan studio dissolved

- Samson game has rough start

- Xbox achievements get a visual overhaul

- Invincible Vs imp... more

Tonight’s questions:

- How do you manage open-world games?

- What is your favorite open-world game that isn’t tedious?

- When was the last time PlayStation dominated Japan?

- Will the prices of other consoles go up soon?

- Why did Nintendo lower th... more

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Recent Guests

Emilio Lopez
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Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Chris Seeley
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Carlos Romero
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Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Richard Bailey Jr.
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Throwdown Show
Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Brian Monjoma
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Episode: 578: Xbox Games Showcase predictions
Asha Sharma
Senior Xbox executive (as referenced in discussion)
Microsoft
Episode: 574: Xbox Project Helix announced
Riku Sun1
One of the founders of Throwdown
Episode: 572: Bluepoint Closed, PS6 Delays, & God of War Remake News!
Riku Sun One
Gaming commentator and contributor
Episode: 541: Xbox’s darkest day
Reggie Butler
Member of the Warzone community, known as Weapon X
Warzone
Episode: 504: PS5 Pro preorders, State of Play, Ubisoft disaster, TGS 2024, and more!

Host

Tony Polanco
Host of Throwdown Show; appears across multiple episodes with close affiliation to Throwdown Show and its related programs.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 48 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!

    🔴 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

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is praised for honest, unfiltered gaming takes and real personalities.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' industry knowledge and long-running consistency.
The content is entertaining and insightful, though occasional strong opinions may feel polarizing to some listeners.
Guests help broaden perspectives while keeping a candid, entertaining tone.

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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 punchy, opinionated discussions on the latest gaming industry news, trends, and big tentpole topics. Episodes frequently dissect hardware shifts, platform strategies, major studios' moves, and upcoming releases, often skewing toward industry implications, business models, and console ecosystems. The panel blends sharp analysis with candid takes and humor, making it a strong fit for listeners who want unvarnished perspectives from veteran gamers and industry observers. A notable strength is the long-running, no-nonsense voice of the hosts, plus occasional guest insights that broaden the scope beyond pure news commentary.

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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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Recent guests on Throwdown Show include:

1. Emilio Lopez
2. Chris Seeley
3. Carlos Romero
4. Richard Bailey Jr.
5. Brian Monjoma
6. Asha Sharma
7. Riku Sun1
8. Riku Sun One

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