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Five Ways to Save Money and Keep Gaming Amid Economic Struggles
Times are getting difficult, economically and video games, unfortunately, tend to get the ax. Here are some ways you can save and keep playing.
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A Wisconsin Hello: How the Midwest is Building a Game Developers Hub
How my trip to MDEV in Madison Wisconsin gave me definitive proof that the Midwest will become a game developers hub.
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Epic Games and Xbox Raise $36 Million for Ukraine Donations in 1 Day
Epic Games will donate all Fortnite proceeds to Ukraine until April 3.
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Queer Games Bundle Offers 200 Games for the Price of One AAA Game
Purchasing the Queer Games Bundle is a direct action that you can take right now to support queer people in a life changing way, and in exchange you get over 200 amazing, heartfelt, fun, and radical games.
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Nintendo Direct, Xbox Summer Showcase, & Summer Game Fest Reactions – Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games
Email us your questions and topic ideas to the podcast here.Support Boss Rush on Patreon.Summer Game Fest 2026 delivered one of the biggest showcase seasons in recent memory, bringing major reveals, long-awaited sequels, and fan-favorite franchise returns from Nintendo, Xbox, and third-party publishers. In this episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Stephanie Klimov discuss the biggest announcements and share their reactions to a week packed with surprises. From The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake and Xenoblade Genesis on Switch 2 to Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, and Persona 6, there was no shortage of headline-making moments.They also dive into the reveals that stole the show, including Final Fantasy VII Revelation, Resident Evil Veronica, Spyro: A Realm Beyond, Kingdom Hearts IV, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin. Along the way, they discuss the growing importance of Switch 2 for third-party developers, Xbox’s renewed focus on console exclusives, and how publishers continue to balance nostalgia with new ideas. 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.
Summer Game Fest, Xbox Game Showcase, & the Nintendo Direct – Nintendo Pow Block Podcast – Now Your Podcasting with Power!
Email your questions to the podcast here. Nintendo fans had a lot to celebrate this week. On this episode of Nintendo Pow Block, Edward Varnell and Corey Dirrig break down the biggest announcements from the latest Nintendo Direct and Summer Game Fest, highlighting the games, surprises, and moments that have everyone talking.From major first-party Nintendo reveals and exciting release dates to standout third-party titles and unexpected announcements, the duo shares their favorite reveals and discusses what these showcases mean for Nintendo Switch 2 owners. They also examine which games generated the most buzz, which announcements exceeded expectations, and what fans should be watching as 2026’s biggest releases continue to take shape.This and more on 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, 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!
XBOX Summer Showcase Reaction and Review Discussion – Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast
The Xbox Summer Showcase has come and gone, and Xbox delivered one of its strongest presentations in years.This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down everything from the Xbox Summer Showcase, including the latest looks at Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Combat Evolved Remake, Clockwork Revolution, and much more.The duo also dives into Xbox’s growing partnership with SEGA, the reveal of Persona 4 Revival, rumors surrounding Persona 6, the return of Crazy Taxi, and the stunning new translucent Xbox Series X special edition console.All this and more on Xbox Casuals.This and more on Xbox Casuals: An Xbox Podcast.Join our communities:Boss Rush Community Discord Tower Casuals Destiny DiscordFollow our Hosts: Corey Dirrig, Founder of Boss Rush Media, Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast, and the Boss Rush NetworkJosh Finney, cofounder and cohost of Tower Casuals: The Destiny Podcast.
Gaming Should Be Fun Again: JRPG Nostalgia, Toxic Gaming Culture & Tattoos – Boss Rush Gamescast – A Gameplay Discussion Podcast
What starts as a chaotic debate about Yakuza-style tattoos, zodiac animals, and Patrick Star wielding katanas turns into one of the most heartfelt gaming conversations the Boss Rush Gamescast crew has ever had. Pat Klein, Stoy Jovic, Stephanie Klimov, and Just Taylor dive into everything from retro gaming nostalgia, arcade memories, JRPG obsessions, and hidden indie gems to modern gaming burnout and the growing toxicity surrounding online gaming culture. They also discuss games like Alabaster Dawn, Trails in the Sky, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, Metroid Prime, Final Fantasy XIII, Pokémon Black & White, The Last of Us Part II, and more while reflecting on why gaming matters to them personally. 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.Thank you for your Support!
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