Show Notes
Jeff Grubb and TurboShawn run you through the biggest news stories of the day, including Asha Sharma's hints about The Elder Scrolls VI, an analysis of Halo: Campaign Evolved's underwhelming sales, more info on Phantom Blade Zero, and more!
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Timestamps (note, timestamps on this free version may vary greatly depending on how many ads you receive): 00:00 Intro 04:27 More jangling keys – Xbox CEO ignored a giant rat to talk up Elder Scrolls VI 12:47 Halo: Campaign Evolved’s Biggest Competition Might Be Halo 20:10 Meccha Chameleon has now sold 20 MILLION copies 25:41 A Switch 2 port of Crimson Desert is being planned for the first half of 2027 32:02 Phantom Blade Zero pre-orders now available, 11-minute trailer; dedicated State of Play set for August 17 38:18 Images of a 40th Anniversary Legend of Zelda Switch 2 and Pro Controller have reportedly leaked 43:54 2011 action RPG The Lord of the Rings: War in the North gets a new Legacy Edition, with ‘more classic releases’ coming 48:16 Ghost Of Yotei Expansion, Roguelike Survival Mode, And Complete Edition Announced 51:59 Disney Confirms D23 Kingdom Hearts Panel Details 54:44 Polls & outro
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