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Dead by Daylight Introduces Its First Indigenous Survivor in “The Life Road” Chapter
Dead by Daylight has introduced its first Indigenous Survivor in The Life Road chapter, featuring contributions from Indigenous actor Dallas Goldtooth.
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Boss Rush Banter: What Should the Next Star Fox Game Look Like?
Numbers are starting to roll in for Star Fox’s first week of launch. According to Famitsu, this Switch 2 title was the highest selling game in Japan for the week of June 22nd at 41,680 retail copies. Star Fox also topped physical game sales in the UK. These are promising numbers, and the possibility for future Star Fox titles becomes…
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PAX East 2026: Interview With Team Crescendo’s Creative Director About Memoria Wake
At PAX East 2026, Boss Rush interviewed the creative director Cole about Team Crescendo debut game, Memoria Wake that is in current development.
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Boss Rush Banter: Xbox Game Pass Is Still the Best Deal in Gaming
Despite an outrageous price increase, Xbox Game Pass remains a great deal for gamers, particularly at the lower membership tiers.
Boss Rush Banter: From the Lylat System to Hyrule: What Lessons from Star Fox Should Nintendo Repeat — and Avoid — in an Ocarina of Time Remake
With a Star Fox remake out in the wild, what are some lessons Nintendo can reap in order to make The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time the best it can be?
BOOK REVIEW: Life is Strange: Welcome to Caledon University
A glance into Caledon University in Vermont in the Life is Strange universe.
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Valve’s $1K Steam Machine, PS6 & Helix, & GTA VI Goes Digital-Only – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Support Boss Rush on Patreon.Gaming hardware pricing might be entering a new reality where $1,000 consoles are no longer unthinkable. In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins break down Valve’s shockingly expensive Steam Machine and what it signals for the future of PS6 and Xbox Helix pricing, including whether next-gen systems could realistically cross the four-figure line. They also dive into Rockstar’s decision to ship GTA 6 without a disc version at launch and what it says about the industry’s accelerating shift to digital-first distribution. Finally, they explore Shinji Mikami’s comments on game design in the streaming era and whether modern games are losing the “must play” factor. It’s a wide-ranging discussion on where gaming hardware and design philosophy are headed next.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast. 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.
Celebrating Ten Years & 500 Episodes of Friendship, Games, & Nonsense – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Email your questions to the podcast here. Ten Years and 500 episodes later, these three continue to be closer than ever. On this special episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell, Corey Dirrig, and Stephanie Klimov discuss their memories of being on the podcast, fandom, community, and answer listener questions. They also discuss Nintendo Switch 2's packed schedule over the next 12 months, including several sure-fire first party hits and more third party support than ever. This and more on Episode 500 of Nintendo Pow Block! 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.TVFollow our Hosts: Edward Varnell, Cofounder of Boss Rush Media and host of Nintendo Pow Block. X/Twitter, Bluesky, InstagramCorey Dirrig, Cofounder and CEO of Boss Rush Media and host of the Boss Rush Podcast, Nintendo Pow Block, Xbox Casuals, and Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast. X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Mastodon, Facebook, LinkedInStephanie Klimov is the Vice President of Media and Developer Relations of The Boss Rush Network, the cohost of The Boss Rush Podcast, and leads the Boss Rush Spotlight initiative. X/Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, LinkedInSupport 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!
Widespread Bungie Layoffs & The Impending Xbox Bloodbath – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox 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, 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
Dark Yoshi, Lego Batman, and a Jacked Hutt – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
Is Nintendo secretly slipping dark themes into its most adorable franchise? This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Pat Klein, Stoy Jovic, and Stephanie Klimov break down the deceptive depth of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, revealing how a cozy puzzle game somehow requires total creature genocide for a 100% completion score. The crew also dives deep into Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, praising its brilliant blend of classic traveler’s tales charm and brutal, high-stakes Arkham combat. Plus, they share their unfiltered thoughts on The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, the sheer terror of a jacked-up Hutt cage fighter, and why Star Wars always succeeds when it ditches the Jedi for gritty bounty hunting.This and more on Gamescast! Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport 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.
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: Thoughts on Genshin Impact’s Newest Snezhnaya Character Reveals
HoYoverse showcased Genshin Impact’s newest characters to come with the release of Snezhnaya and here are some thoughts about particular ones that stood out.
Boss Rush Banter: Mina the Hollower Proves Indie Studios Are the Lifeblood of the Gaming Industry
With the major success of Yacht Club Games’ Mina the Hollower, the gaming industry should remember that Indie studios are key for stability.
The Past Is Still the Future of Star Wars Games
Søren Kamper of SWTORStrategies joins Boss Rush Network for a guest editorial about the future of Star Wars games and what can be learned from the past.
Boss Rush Banter: Why Hasn’t Pokémon Trading Card Game Shuffled into Commander Format from Magic the Gathering?
I love playing card games and I would like to see rules and ways to play certain games cross over into other types of card games and add a unique twist to it.
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The coterie reassesses their plans for Purpee, and discord grows as disagreement brews over the true threat of the Camarilla in this week’s episode of Dimension 20’s City Council of Darkness.
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PAX East 2026: Interview With Co-founder of Perfect Garbage Studios about Murder Mystery Farming Sim Grave Seasons
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Dead by Daylight Introduces Its First Indigenous Survivor in “The Life Road” Chapter
Dead by Daylight has introduced its first Indigenous Survivor in The Life Road chapter, featuring contributions from Indigenous actor Dallas Goldtooth.
Boss Rush Banter: What Should the Next Star Fox Game Look Like?
Numbers are starting to roll in for Star Fox’s first week of launch. According to Famitsu, this Switch 2 title was the highest selling game in Japan for the week of June 22nd at 41,680 retail copies. Star Fox also topped physical game sales in the UK. These are promising numbers, and the possibility for…
PAX East 2026: Interview With Team Crescendo’s Creative Director About Memoria Wake
At PAX East 2026, Boss Rush interviewed the creative director Cole about Team Crescendo debut game, Memoria Wake that is in current development.
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Working through a video game backlog can be difficult. Timing can be the key to finishing it.
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Sony announces taking a huge step away from physical media. Are we approached the end times for physical video games?
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 500: Celebrating Ten Years & 500 Episodes of Friendship, Community, Gaming, & Nonsense
On this special episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell, Corey Dirrig, and Stephanie Klimov discuss their memories of being on the podcast, fandom, community, and answer listener questions.
Boss Rush Banter: Xbox Game Pass Is Still the Best Deal in Gaming
Despite an outrageous price increase, Xbox Game Pass remains a great deal for gamers, particularly at the lower membership tiers.
Boss Rush Banter: From the Lylat System to Hyrule: What Lessons from Star Fox Should Nintendo Repeat — and Avoid — in an Ocarina of Time Remake
With a Star Fox remake out in the wild, what are some lessons Nintendo can reap in order to make The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time the best it can be?
BOSS RUSH PODCAST EPISODE 321: Valve’s $1K Steam Machine, PS6 & Helix, & GTA VI Goes Digital-Only
In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins break down Valve’s shockingly expensive Steam Machine and what it signals for the future of PS6 and Xbox Helix pricing, including whether next-gen systems could realistically cross the four-figure line.
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HoYoverse showcased Genshin Impact’s newest characters to come with the release of Snezhnaya and here are some thoughts about particular ones that stood out.
TV REVIEW: City Council of Darkness – Episode 12: The Prince and the Primogen
Our coterie comes together to face a threat and uncover secrets in this week’s episode of Dimension 20’s City Council of Darkness.
Genshin Impact’s Newest Trailer Reveals the Tsaritsa
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This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Pat Klein, Stoy Jovic, and Stephanie Klimov break down the deceptive depth of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, revealing how a cozy puzzle game somehow requires total creature genocide for a 100% completion score.
Boss Rush Banter: Mina the Hollower Proves Indie Studios Are the Lifeblood of the Gaming Industry
With the major success of Yacht Club Games’ Mina the Hollower, the gaming industry should remember that Indie studios are key for stability.
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 499: Zelda Ocarina of Time Remake Leak & Potential Xbox Studio Closures
This week on Nintendo Pow Block, Corey Dirrig is joined by the one and only Stephanie Klimov to discuss leaked game description that hints that Link’s iconic N64 adventure will be a faithful remake with gorgeous new visuals and “timeless combat” later this year.
The Past Is Still the Future of Star Wars Games
Søren Kamper of SWTORStrategies joins Boss Rush Network for a guest editorial about the future of Star Wars games and what can be learned from the past.
TV REVIEW: City Council of Darkness – Episode 11:A Coterie, Cracked
The coterie reassesses their plans for Purpee, and discord grows as disagreement brews over the true threat of the Camarilla in this week’s episode of Dimension 20’s City Council of Darkness.
Five Supergirl Comics To Pair With The Supergirl Movie
Take a dive into the world of Supergirl by checking out these five comic stories before or after you see the Supergirl movie.
Boss Rush Banter: Why Hasn’t Pokémon Trading Card Game Shuffled into Commander Format from Magic the Gathering?
I love playing card games and I would like to see rules and ways to play certain games cross over into other types of card games and add a unique twist to it.
NINTENDO POW BLOCK EPISODE 498: Summer Game Fest, Nintendo Direct, Data Leak Rumors & More
Big industry moments collide in this episode of Nintendo Pow Block as Ed and Courty Yikes break down the biggest gaming headlines shaping the week.
How to Build a Board Game Collection on a Budget
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Boss Rush Banter: Does Anyone Else Play Video Games in Their Dreams?
Sometimes the games we play in the waking world follow us into sleep. What does it tell us about ourselves?
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Valve’s $1K Steam Machine, PS6 & Helix, & GTA VI Goes Digital-Only – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Support Boss Rush on Patreon.Gaming hardware pricing might be entering a new reality where $1,000 consoles are no longer unthinkable. In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins break down Valve’s shockingly expensive Steam Machine and what it signals for the future of PS6 and Xbox Helix pricing, including whether next-gen systems could realistically cross the four-figure line. They also dive into Rockstar’s decision to ship GTA 6 without a disc version at launch and what it says about the industry’s accelerating shift to digital-first distribution. Finally, they explore Shinji Mikami’s comments on game design in the streaming era and whether modern games are losing the “must play” factor. It’s a wide-ranging discussion on where gaming hardware and design philosophy are headed next.This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast. 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.
Celebrating Ten Years & 500 Episodes of Friendship, Games, & Nonsense – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Email your questions to the podcast here. Ten Years and 500 episodes later, these three continue to be closer than ever. On this special episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell, Corey Dirrig, and Stephanie Klimov discuss their memories of being on the podcast, fandom, community, and answer listener questions. They also discuss Nintendo Switch 2's packed schedule over the next 12 months, including several sure-fire first party hits and more third party support than ever. This and more on Episode 500 of Nintendo Pow Block! 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.TVFollow our Hosts: Edward Varnell, Cofounder of Boss Rush Media and host of Nintendo Pow Block. X/Twitter, Bluesky, InstagramCorey Dirrig, Cofounder and CEO of Boss Rush Media and host of the Boss Rush Podcast, Nintendo Pow Block, Xbox Casuals, and Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast. X/Twitter, Bluesky, Instagram, Threads, Mastodon, Facebook, LinkedInStephanie Klimov is the Vice President of Media and Developer Relations of The Boss Rush Network, the cohost of The Boss Rush Podcast, and leads the Boss Rush Spotlight initiative. X/Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky, LinkedInSupport 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!
Widespread Bungie Layoffs & The Impending Xbox Bloodbath – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox 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, 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
Dark Yoshi, Lego Batman, and a Jacked Hutt – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
Is Nintendo secretly slipping dark themes into its most adorable franchise? This week on the Boss Rush Gamescast, Pat Klein, Stoy Jovic, and Stephanie Klimov break down the deceptive depth of Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, revealing how a cozy puzzle game somehow requires total creature genocide for a 100% completion score. The crew also dives deep into Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight, praising its brilliant blend of classic traveler’s tales charm and brutal, high-stakes Arkham combat. Plus, they share their unfiltered thoughts on The Mandalorian & Grogu movie, the sheer terror of a jacked-up Hutt cage fighter, and why Star Wars always succeeds when it ditches the Jedi for gritty bounty hunting.This and more on Gamescast! Join the Boss Rush Network Community DiscordFollow Boss Rush Network: Follow Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and InstagramSupport 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.
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