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Boss Rush Banter: Dungeon Crawler Carl’s Biggest Flaw Is Also Its Most Prominent Feature
The LitRPG sensation, such as Dungeon Crawler Carl, may be sweeping the nation, but the trappings of its genre hold it back from being a truly great work.
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Boss Rush Banter: Personal 5 Royal Isn’t Just a Game, It’s an Experience
Persona 5 Royal sets a standard for what modern JRPGs can look like. Beyond that, the game transcends being just a game into something more.
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Boss Rush Banter: High on Life Shouldn’t Be This Much Fun
I went into High on Life expecting the talking guns and nonstop jokes to get annoying fast. Instead, three days and roughly 12 hours later, I had beaten the game—and somehow, I wanted more. It’s ridiculous, chaotic, and far from perfect, but sometimes you don’t need a masterpiece. You just need a talking gun and 12 hours to kill.
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DEMO REVIEW: Ardenfall
Ardenfall is a self-described, “compact open world RPG, where your decisions truly matter, ” and it doesn’t mess around.
Avatar Aang’s Staff Problem
Avatar Aang was a great movie overall, and a lot of people have been discussing it. I have been a fan of the series since the beginning, though not a superfan. Sometimes I get to media late—after all, I only read the comics earlier this year. Honestly, it was nice to see the gang back…
BOOK REVIEW: Giger’s Alien Is a Must-Have for Fans of the 1979 Film
Titan Books is reprinting the 1979 classic Giger’s Alien, which gives a behind-the-scenes look at the film production, set design, and more, with direct commentary from the man himself.
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Nintendo's Position against the Xbox & PlayStation Power Struggle – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Support Boss Rush Network on Patreon.Nintendo has a way of turning overlooked games into some of the biggest franchises in gaming. On this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and Edward Varnell talk about major life changes, preparing for new chapters, and finding ways to keep moving forward. They also dive into how Monolith Soft became one of Nintendo’s most important studios, the role Smash Bros. played in introducing fans to series like Xenoblade and Fire Emblem, and how handheld gaming helped franchises such as Monster Hunter, Persona, Dragon Quest, and other RPGs find huge audiences.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
Gamescom, D23, Final Fantasy Revelation, Kingdom Hearts IV, & More – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Hey! Listen! Email Nintendo Pow Block your questions, topics, and comments! Nintendo is gearing up for a massive fall with new Switch 2 bundles and major game announcements from Gamescom and D23! On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down the newly announced $529.99 Switch 2 Sports Resort bundle alongside Nintendo's aggressive sweep taking down over 400 emulator repositories on GitHub. They also dive into exciting game reveals coming to Nintendo's next-gen console, including early looks at Stellar Blade: Complete Edition, Kingdom Hearts IV visiting Pixar's Coco, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Plus, they discuss the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta heading to Switch 2 and legendary developer Warren Spector retiring from the industry. This and more on Nintendo Pow Block, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join our Communities:Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord. Join the Boss Rush Network Facebook Group.Follow Nintendo Pow Block on Social Media: Nintendo Pow Block Podcast: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, FacebookYouTube, Twitch.TVFollow the Boss Rush Network: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch.TVSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thanks for Your Continued Support!Thank you for supporting Nintendo Pow Block! If you’re listening on podcast platforms, leave us a five-star rating and a review. If you’re watching on YouTube, subscribe, like, comment, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Your support means the world—see you next time on Nintendo Pow Block!
Xbox's Next Big Move? Halo, Guitar Hero & Gamescom Predictions – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
Xbox could be on the verge of some major surprises. Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney are back at it this week on Xbox Casuals discussing some Gamescom news and interesting marketing crossovers, including the unexpected IKEA collaboration. They also look ahead to Gamescom and discuss potential franchise comebacks, from Halo campaign ideas to Josh's hopes for Guitar Hero, their predictions, and thoughts on how Xbox could shake up the expectations of the community at Gamescom and The Game Awards.All this and more on Xbox Casuals: The Xbox Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. This and more on Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast. Join the Tower Casuals Community DiscordJoin the Tower Casuals Podcast Clan
Physical Games, Steam Machines, & Black Flag Returns – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
Is physical game collecting making a comeback, or is it becoming a thing of the past? This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Stoy Jovic, Sofi Beyen, and Stephanie Klimov discuss everything from the end of the World Cup to the games they've been playing, including Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, Final Fantasy Tactics, Palworld, and Mouse P.I. for Hire. They also share their latest gaming pickups, including the new Steam Machine, retro PlayStation 2 classics, and a Polymega Remix, before diving into the future of physical media, retro game preservation, streaming, and the creators who inspire them.
Widespread Bungie Layoffs & The Impending Xbox Bloodbath – Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast
The team at Bungie, the studios at Xbox, and the video game industry continue to face one of its biggest turning points ever.This week on Tower Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the major changes affecting both Bungie and the ongoing changes at Xbox. After Destiny 2 received its final planned service updates, Bungie announced nearly 300 layoffs, leaving Marathon as the studio’s primary focus under Sony. At the same time, Microsoft is undergoing major restructuring under new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma. Reports suggest several well-known Xbox studios, including Ninja Theory and Double Fine, could face closure while Microsoft also introduces a $150 price increase for Xbox consoles. Josh and Corey discuss what led to these decisions, how Xbox Game Pass fits into Microsoft’s long-term strategy, and what this wave of layoffs and restructuring could mean for the future of the gaming industry.This and more on Tower Casuals and Xbox Casuals.Join the Tower Casuals Community DiscordJoin the Tower Casuals Podcast Clan
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Boss Rush Banter: Grand Theft Physical or Perhaps Resistance Fall of Ownership?
We see changes in the gaming industry and some are very worried on where this climate is headed. What are your thoughts on physical media and ownership rights?
Gen Con 2026: How to Spot the Good Food Trucks At Any Convention
Anyone going to a convention, such as Gen Con, needs to learn to spot a good food truck from a bad one.
Boss Rush Banter: I Think I’m Converting to Fan-made Games After Seeing This Ocarina of Time Sequel Trailer
Fanmade games have been around for a while, skirting around copyright laws yet delivering unique experiences for those willing to play them. The Legend of Zelda: The Glass of Fate may have converted me to the world of fan-made games.
Boss Rush Banter: The Casting for The Legend of Zelda Movie Looks Promising, No Offense Tom Holland
More casting decisions trickle down to the public for the live-action Zelda movie in 2027. Here’s why I think the casting choices are a promising.
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Boss Rush Banter: Dungeon Crawler Carl’s Biggest Flaw Is Also Its Most Prominent Feature
The LitRPG sensation, such as Dungeon Crawler Carl, may be sweeping the nation, but the trappings of its genre hold it back from being a truly great work.
Boss Rush Banter: Personal 5 Royal Isn’t Just a Game, It’s an Experience
Persona 5 Royal sets a standard for what modern JRPGs can look like. Beyond that, the game transcends being just a game into something more.
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 507: Gamescom, D23, Final Fantasy Revelation, Kingdom Hearts IV, & More
On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down the newly announced $529.99 Switch 2 Sports Resort bundle alongside Nintendo’s aggressive sweep taking down over 400 emulator repositories on GitHub.
Boss Rush Banter: High on Life Shouldn’t Be This Much Fun
I went into High on Life expecting the talking guns and nonstop jokes to get annoying fast. Instead, three days and roughly 12 hours later, I had beaten the game—and somehow, I wanted more. It’s ridiculous, chaotic, and far from perfect, but sometimes you don’t need a masterpiece. You just need a talking gun and…
Boss Rush Banter: Why the PlayStation Blackout is Important Regardless of the Outcome
The #PSBlackout has started. How important is this movement?
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PAX East 2026: Interview With Frozen Way’s Product Owner, Simon, About Farmbotic
At PAX East 2026, Ed interviewed Simon from Frozen Way about their in-development title Farmbotic, where city life meets automation in agriculture.
DEMO REVIEW: Ardenfall
Ardenfall is a self-described, “compact open world RPG, where your decisions truly matter, ” and it doesn’t mess around.
Avatar Aang’s Staff Problem
Avatar Aang was a great movie overall, and a lot of people have been discussing it. I have been a fan of the series since the beginning, though not a superfan. Sometimes I get to media late—after all, I only read the comics earlier this year. Honestly, it was nice to see the gang back…
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This week on Xbox Casuals Xbox could be on the verge of some major surprises. Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney are back at it this week on Xbox Casuals discussing some Gamescom news and interesting marketing crossovers, including the unexpected IKEA collaboration. They also look ahead to Gamescom and discuss potential franchise comebacks, from Halo…
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BOSS RUSH GAMESCAST EPISODE 20: Physical Games, Steam Machines, & Black Flag Returns
This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Stoy Jovic, Sofi Beyen, and Stephanie Klimov discuss everything from the end of the World Cup to the games they’ve been playing, including Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, Final Fantasy Tactics, Palworld, and Mouse P.I. for Hire.
Boss Rush Banter: Grand Theft Physical or Perhaps Resistance Fall of Ownership?
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Boss Rush Banter: I Think I’m Converting to Fan-made Games After Seeing This Ocarina of Time Sequel Trailer
Fanmade games have been around for a while, skirting around copyright laws yet delivering unique experiences for those willing to play them. The Legend of Zelda: The Glass of Fate may have converted me to the world of fan-made games.
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More casting decisions trickle down to the public for the live-action Zelda movie in 2027. Here’s why I think the casting choices are a promising.
Board Game Review: Shadows of Brimstone
Shadows of Brimstone is Dungeons and Dragons on rails and it is glorious.
GAME REVIEW: Palworld Version 1.0
Palworld has officially launched as Version 1.0, and here is a review on the game at its full release.
PAX East 2026: Interview With Producer Masura Saito About Brigandine Abyss
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Separating Developer and Publisher (Art from Artist)
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Boss Rush Banter: Bigger Isn’t Better—AAA Sprawl Is Ruining Games
Sprawling maps and hundreds of achievements help sell games amid ever increasing prices, but AAA publishers are just adding fluff. Bigger without substance isn’t better.
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Nintendo's Position against the Xbox & PlayStation Power Struggle – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Support Boss Rush Network on Patreon.Nintendo has a way of turning overlooked games into some of the biggest franchises in gaming. On this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and Edward Varnell talk about major life changes, preparing for new chapters, and finding ways to keep moving forward. They also dive into how Monolith Soft became one of Nintendo’s most important studios, the role Smash Bros. played in introducing fans to series like Xenoblade and Fire Emblem, and how handheld gaming helped franchises such as Monster Hunter, Persona, Dragon Quest, and other RPGs find huge audiences.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thanks for your continued support of the Boss Rush Podcast and the Boss Rush Network! If you listen on podcast services, leave us a 5 star rating and a nice review or comment. If you're listening to this episode on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Visit our website for more great content from Boss Rush and our community.
Gamescom, D23, Final Fantasy Revelation, Kingdom Hearts IV, & More – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Hey! Listen! Email Nintendo Pow Block your questions, topics, and comments! Nintendo is gearing up for a massive fall with new Switch 2 bundles and major game announcements from Gamescom and D23! On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down the newly announced $529.99 Switch 2 Sports Resort bundle alongside Nintendo's aggressive sweep taking down over 400 emulator repositories on GitHub. They also dive into exciting game reveals coming to Nintendo's next-gen console, including early looks at Stellar Blade: Complete Edition, Kingdom Hearts IV visiting Pixar's Coco, The Witcher 3 Remastered, and Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Plus, they discuss the Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 beta heading to Switch 2 and legendary developer Warren Spector retiring from the industry. This and more on Nintendo Pow Block, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join our Communities:Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord. Join the Boss Rush Network Facebook Group.Follow Nintendo Pow Block on Social Media: Nintendo Pow Block Podcast: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, FacebookYouTube, Twitch.TVFollow the Boss Rush Network: X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitch.TVSupport Boss Rush Network:Support Boss Rush on Patreon and buy merch on our Store. Subscribe to Boss Rush on YouTube and visit our website at BossRush.net for more great content.Thanks for Your Continued Support!Thank you for supporting Nintendo Pow Block! If you’re listening on podcast platforms, leave us a five-star rating and a review. If you’re watching on YouTube, subscribe, like, comment, and hit the bell so you never miss an episode. Your support means the world—see you next time on Nintendo Pow Block!
Xbox's Next Big Move? Halo, Guitar Hero & Gamescom Predictions – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
Xbox could be on the verge of some major surprises. Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney are back at it this week on Xbox Casuals discussing some Gamescom news and interesting marketing crossovers, including the unexpected IKEA collaboration. They also look ahead to Gamescom and discuss potential franchise comebacks, from Halo campaign ideas to Josh's hopes for Guitar Hero, their predictions, and thoughts on how Xbox could shake up the expectations of the community at Gamescom and The Game Awards.All this and more on Xbox Casuals: The Xbox Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. This and more on Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast. Join the Tower Casuals Community DiscordJoin the Tower Casuals Podcast Clan
Physical Games, Steam Machines, & Black Flag Returns – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
Is physical game collecting making a comeback, or is it becoming a thing of the past? This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Stoy Jovic, Sofi Beyen, and Stephanie Klimov discuss everything from the end of the World Cup to the games they've been playing, including Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag Resynced, Final Fantasy Tactics, Palworld, and Mouse P.I. for Hire. They also share their latest gaming pickups, including the new Steam Machine, retro PlayStation 2 classics, and a Polymega Remix, before diving into the future of physical media, retro game preservation, streaming, and the creators who inspire them.
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