Tag: Halo Studios
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TOWER CASUALS x XBOX CASUALS: Xbox Restructures Continue, But Does it Make Sense? Plus Bungie’s New Found Spark
On this episode of the Tower Casuals + Xbox Casuals Crossover, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down reports that Bungie could bring back The Red War and Forsaken through an MCC-style modular hub.
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Activision to Take Control of Halo Franchise, Microsoft Confirms
Microsoft will be laying off 268 employees from Halo Studios, as well as handing the reigns of the franchise over to the home of Call of Duty.
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XBOX CASUALS EPISODE 53: The ROG Xbox Ally X Makes Xbox’s Messaging Much More Complicated
This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney unpack the ROG Ally X’s Xbox branding confusion, new Halo projects and internal studio issues, and the latest Game Pass price hike’s impact on Xbox teams like Double Fine, Compulsion Games, and Ninja Theory.
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Legacy of BioWare, Mass Effect & Dragon Age, & Gears of War: E-Day – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Email the podcast your questions, comments, thoughts, and ideas here.What happens when one of gaming’s most legendary studios closes? This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Todd Oxtra of Fandom Foundry discuss BioWare’s reported closure, the cancellation of the next Mass Effect project, and the legacy of games like Dragon Age, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, and Mass Effect. They also discuss Gears of War: E-Day, the future of The Coalition and the Gears franchise, and the continuation of industry layoffs and what these decisions mean for the people who make our favorite games. This and more on the Boss Rush Podcast, part of the Boss Rush Network. Guest: Todd Oxtra of Fandom Foundry 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.
Nintendo Indie World, Switch 2 Jailbreak & The Duskbloods Delay – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Hey! Listen! Email Nintendo Pow Block your questions, topics, and comments! A new jailbreak exploit and more physical game collector concerns are some of the top stories from the world of Nintendo this week.On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down the October Indie World Showcase, Nintendo's reported efforts to block full-cartridge reprints of Game-Key Card games, and the first reported Nintendo Switch 2 jailbreak. They also discuss the reports of Walmart canceling Zelda-themed Switch 2 pre-orders, FromSoftware delaying The Duskbloods to 2027, and Shigeru Miyamoto's thoughts on AI and creativity.Plus, they remember legendary actor Patrick Stewart, explore the future of Pokémon Happy Meals, discuss the Elden Ring movie, and cover the latest game releases, updates, Nintendo Switch Online additions, and listener questions.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!
BioWare Layoffs, Mass Effect’s Future, & Xbox’s Helix Plans – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
BioWare’s closure is a blow to the games industry, but is Xbox the right company to save it? This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss the troubling news surrounding BioWare, the reported layoffs at EA, and what the studio’s uncertain future could mean for beloved franchises like Mass Effect, Dragon Age, and Jade Empire.Plus, the hosts break down Xbox’s latest leadership and business strategy discussions, including potential Game Pass changes, rumored next-generation hardware plans, a possible Xbox handheld, and the challenges facing Microsoft’s gaming division. What needs to change for Xbox to regain players’ trust, and who should take responsibility for protecting the studios and games that fans love?Let's discuss on Xbox Casuals, part of the Boss Rush Network. Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Follow the Boss Rush Network on X/Twitter, Bluesky, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and Instagram.Thank you for your continued support of Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast and Xbox Casuals and the Boss Rush Network. If you're listening on podcast services, leave us a five star rating and a review or a comment. If you're watching this video on YouTube, subscribe to the channel, like the video, leave a comment, and hit the bell so you don't miss an episode posting. Your continued listenership and viewership means a lot to us. See you next time!
GAMESCAST: Gears of War E-Day, Fire Emblem, & Silent Hill 2 – Boss Rush Podcast Plus – Bonus Content and Conversations
Are we bad at accents, or is Scotland just waiting to kick us out of the airport? In this episode of the Boss Rush Gamescast, Patrick Klein, Stoy Jovic, and Taylor celebrate their one-year anniversary by diving into spooky season vibes, Halloween costumes, and whether anyone actually enjoys Haggis. Then, the crew breaks down early impressions of Gears of War: E-Day controls, initial impressions of Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, and how Silent Hill 2 Remake holds up across its multiple endings. This and more on the Boss Rush Gamescast, part of the Boss Rush Network.Join the Boss Rush Network Community Discord here.Thank you for watching the Boss Rush Gamescast as part of Boss Rush Podcast Plus on The Boss Rush Network. If you enjoyed this discussion, please consider subscribing to the YouTube channel and leave a thumbs up on the video. Consider leaving the show a rating and a nice review on your favorite podcast service if you prefer to listen to us there. Your listenership and support means more than you know. New episodes post every other week. Patreon supporters and YouTube subscribers get each episode one week early access. Thanks for watching and listening and we will see you next time.
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