Idle Game Chat is the flagship Video Games podcast at Dimp Digital!We are a grass roots, independent outfit that share our impressions on the Video Games you can play today and react to the biggest news stories from across the gaming world.Strong opinions guaranteed.Support us on Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/dimpdigitalDimp Disclaimer: We are going to miss things, we are going to get things wrong, we will mispronounce things and we may cause offence.

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In this special &#34;Bonus Stage&#34; edition of Idle Game Chat, Apps is joined by marketing and brand expert Jeff Carter to dive deep into the state of the &#34;Big Three&#34;: Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo.With nearly 30 years of experience in branding, Jeff offers a unique consumer-first perspective on how these gaming giants navigate a fractured digital landscape, the rise of AI, and the ever-changing relationship with influencers.The conversation covers:- PlayStation&#39;s &#34;Top-Down&#34; Strategy: Analysing the recent backlash over their all-digital future and whether the &#34;hubris of the market leader&#34; is starting to show.- Xbox&#39;s Underdog Identity: Discussing Microsoft&#39;s pivot toward &#34;Software as a Service,&#34; the dilution of the Xbox brand, and whether their &#34;gamer-friendly&#34; approach can win back fans.- Nintendo&#39;s Different Game: Why Nintendo remains immune to the console wars by playing on nostalgia and cross-generational appeal.- The Cost of the Future: Exploring the potential breaking point for console pricing and how the economy is shaping the next generation of hardware.A big thanks to Jeff for making the time for us!

Breaking Down The Gaming Brands w/ Jeff Cater | Bonus Stage

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Hell has finally frozen over! Halo has landed on PlayStation with a remake of the original Halo called, Halo: Campaign Evolved. To many XBOX green bloods this will have been a bitter blow in the console wars. The blue blood PlayStation fans will claim the spoils of this battle and get to experience one of the most influence games of all time. It’s not without controversy, visual tweaks, game play mechanics and even bonus missions have been added, how does this all hold up? We sent Biff to investigate! It’s remake heaven for Biff as he also renders his verdict on Assassin&#39;s Creed Black Flag Resynced. One of the most beloved entries into Ubisoft’s long running franchise can Biff tolerate the trappings of Creed to enjoy pirate paradise?Pokémon Pokopia has new life injected into it with Part 1 of its Expansion Pass in the form of Bubbly Basin. Apps returns to his beloved Pokopia to see exploring the ocean floor goes down in Pokémon.Undoubtedly the crown jewel in the XBOX stable, Forza Horizon, drops it’s 6th entry with a trip to Japan. A location that has been at the top of fans lists for years, including our very own Adkins. He gets behind the wheel to see how Playground Games have evolved the franchise.With Control Resonant just around the corner, Apps returns to Alan Wake 2 for some unfinished business in the form of a Platinum Trophy, New Game + (dubbed The Final Draft) and the Expansion Pass. Does a return to the Dark Place hit the same as 2023?Our permeant Japan dweller, Evan, joins Apps to talk through Neva: Complete Edition in a rare UNCHAINED SPOILER FILLED chat! If you have not played BEWARE! Timestamps:00:00:00 Halo: Campaign Evolved00:20:57 Assassin&#39;s Creed Black Flag Resynced00:35:10 Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass Part 1: Bubbly Basin01:00:55 Forza Horizon 601:43:21 Alan Wake 202:26:55 Neva: Complete Edition (UNCHAINED SPOILER CHAT)

Halo Lands on PS5, Has Hell Frozen Over? | Idle Game Chat

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One of the highest rated and beloved games of the decade, Baldur’s Gate 3 has avoided the eye of Dimp, until now! Apps plunged well over 100hrs into this instant classic and returns with all the gossip. Whilst primarily designed around PC, Apps rolled the dice and went to his trusty PS5 Pro…how does the game translate to a console controller?Also in the episode, Adkins comes back with OlliOlli World! The third entry into the OlliOlli franchise is Roll7’s most ambitious attempt yet!  Logan finally gets round to Valiant Hearts: Coming Home, with DLC announced Apps checks the box for Mafia: The Old Country, Logan closes the episode with Epic Game Store freebie, Botany Manor. Timestamps00:00:00 Baldur’s Gate 301:20:55 Valiant Hearts: Coming Home01:54:18 OlliOlli World02:16:29 Mafia: The Old Country03:36:08 Botany Manor

Baldur's Gate 3 Still The GOAT in 2026?

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Biff headlines another edition of Idle Game Chat to return with his verdict on Lego Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight. A seasoned veteran of the Arkham Trilogy (and Origins) and various transmedia Batman products, Biff dives into the good and bad of this latest Lego game.PlayStation announced that from 2028 Physical Games will be no more. As Dimp’s most proficient Physical Game trader, Biff goes in on this proposed change.From Pony Island to The Hex and now to Inscryption, Daniel Mullins has quite the portfolio of indie titles. Inscryption is the final stop on Apps’ Daniel Mullins Games tour and it’s high critical acclaim sets expectations high.Over two years after first starting, Adkins is finally able to put the second part of the Final Fantasy VII Remake to bed. Rebirth is a gigantic game and Adkins explored it from head to toe and is ready to share his thoughts.Dimp’s resident Resident Evil expert, Adcock closes out the episode with a full spoiler review of Resident Evil Requiem. Dubbed as an “Unchained” review, Apps joins in as they dissect Requiem piece by piece. The do also share thoughts on other entries in the series, so beware…this is a full SPOILER discussion.Timestamps:00:00:00 Lego Batman:00:29:18 PlayStation KILL Physical Games!00:45:55 Iscryption01:41:25 Final Fantast VII Rebirth02:45:57 Resident Evil Requiem UNCHAINED (Game &amp; Series SPOILERS)YouTube Link: <a href="https://youtu.be/PeHnoNXxrOg" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/PeHnoNXxrOg</a>

Legacy of the Dark Knight, the BEST Lego game EVER? | Idle Game Chat

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IO Interactive return with 007 First Light a single player, narrative driven action-adventure game looking to shine. Biff and Apps were both impressed with the review reception that they dived in and are now ready to render their verdicts. Is it really a licence to thrill?Adkins returns to run through a bunch of Nintendo Switch Online titles. Star Fox and Super Mario Land are the highlights!Pragmata was another surprise package of 2026. The long-delayed game finally landed in April to rave review. Apps takes aim and this sci-fi shooting/hacking hybrid. Is it really The Last of Us in space?A Rogue-Lite/Rouge-Like double bill! Adkins powered through the original Hades and Housemarque’s Returnal. Very different games, utilising similar design frameworks. Who comes out on top?Assassin’s Creed Mirage promised to turn back the clock and bring the nostalgia of the original Assassin’s Creed games back to a modern audience. Apps returns to the franchise after being burnt out by Assassin’s Creed Valhalla’s long post release support. Is a more stealth focussed Assassin’s Creed game welcome or should it have been left in the past?Timestamps:00:00:00 007 First Light00:53:45 A bundle of Nintendo Switch Online games!01:23:13 Pragmata02:34:14 Hades vs. Returnal03:13:10 Assassin’s Creed MirageYouTube Link: <a href="https://youtu.be/zSRmkAare20" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/zSRmkAare20</a>

BOND is BACK (for better or worse)

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Crimson Desert is the most talked about Game of 2026. It’s insane scope, coupled with deep combat and incredible graphics surely make it a candidate as one of the highest scoring games of the year. Well, that is not the case, so we sent Adkins to find out what is really going on under the hood.From Knockout Kings, to Ready to Rumble to Fight Night, boxing games were once a staple of a gamers diet. However, as the sport spluttered and MMA rose to prominence, they seemed to fall by the wayside. In 2024, enter Undisputed and their attempt to bring back a Boxing video game. Biff decided to step into the ring and report back on what to expect.  Mixtape fired out the blocks as one of the highest rated games of the year. Critics cited its incredible soundtrack and emotional narrative as a potential new watermark. As time went on, the scores corrected themselves and Mixtape was snarled up in some controversy. Adkins cuts through all the noise to deliver the final verdict.With GTA VI closing in, Paper decided it was time to catch up on a gap in his Rockstar Games shame list. Paper rewarded himself with Red Dead Redemption 2. Seen as one of the greatest games of all time, this 2018 release is still being spoken about today. Paper continues that with his view on this classic. If you weren’t into Mario Kart World, chances are you were looking at Donkey Kong Bananza as your most anticipated Switch 2 game of 2026. It took a bit of time but Adkins finally got time to blast through this ambitious platformer. Timestamps:00:00:00 Crimson Desert01:02:24 Undisputed01:45:36 Mixtape02:10:40 Red Dead Redemption 203:19:54 Donkey Kong Bananza

Crimson Desert is the BIGGEST GAME of 2026! | Idle Game Chat

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Cozy Game has caught fire and blindsided both Adkins and Apps. Where does Pokémon Pokopia rank in the Cozy Game list and does it have potential to be one of the best Pokémon games in the franchise?Paper loves an obscure indie game and nothing says obscure indie game more than Coffee Talk. Set in a fantasy version of Seattle, Coffee Talk lets you take the role of a barista as they listen to laundry list of problems the shops various customers have. With a vast range of colourful characters and problems to try and solve, does Coffee Talk hit the heights of some of Paper’s favourite obscure Indie Games?With Saros just around the corner it was time for Apps to dive into Returnal. Housemarque’s attempt to transition their tight combat into a Third Person Perspective was met to critical acclaim. Returnal’s brutal Roguelite (or is it a Roguelike?) mechanics certainly filtered people but did their commitment to their vision ultimately hurt the game overall?Hall’s traditional return to the podcast is for our rebranded Game of the Year chat, now called, Gaming’s Best. With the qualifying criteria open to Early Access, ongoing games, games releasing on new platform and much more, will it be the usual suspects who make the grade or the same old slop?Timestamps:00:00:00 Pokémon Pokopia01:07:34 Coffee Talk01:37:46 Returnal02:49:04 Gaming&#39;s Best 2025

Pokémon Pokopia, the BIGGEST SURPRISE of 2026?

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Resident Evil Requiem has arrived! The 9th mainline entry into the Resident Evil franchise dropped to critical acclaim. Apps and Adkins tip toed their way through Requiem and report back on their findings. Is it the perfect blend of Resident Evil 7 and Resident Evil 4 or does it come out as bad as T-Virus mutation?After giving Skate Story a good kicking, Evan returns to put Sword of the Sea through the mill. Giant Squid dropped Sword of the Sea in 2025 and was supercharged by being a Day 1 release on PlayStation Plus Extra. The Pathless is highly rated by Evan, so Sword of the Sea has a lot to live up to.Stray, the game where you are a cat reappears via Paper on Nintendo Switch 2. The 2022 indie darling picked up awards from both The Game Awards and GDC. Cat lover Paper weighs on where this stands and what to expect out of Stray in 2026.Adkins caps the episode of with Star Wars Outlaws. In classic Adkins fashion, the game was started when it released in 2024, but soon ended up of the Adkins Backburner. Two years on and multiple patches later, Adkins returns with unfinished business.Timestamps:00:00:00 Resident Evil Requiem01:45:06 Sword of the Sea02:43:07 Stray03:28:31 Star Wars Outlaws

Resident Evil Requiem! Capcom’s BEST or an absolute BUST?

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A whopping 8 games make the grade on this edition of Idle Game Chat.Skate Story was the surprise closer of 2025. Bolstered by its Day 1 inclusion on PlayStation Plus Extra, it seemingly came out of nowhere and landed immediate critical acclaim. A rocking soundtrack, a SimCade style skating system and an otherworldly art style brings it to the attention of Evan and Apps.Metal Gear Solid 4: Guns of the Patriots has FINALLY been confirmed to be part of Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol.2, but before that Apps took the plunge to re-earn some missing trophies on the PS3. In what was supposed to be the game that ended the saga, it’s prison sentence on PS3 has been a source of frustration for many fans so brighter days are ahead, but one more round on the PS3 can’t be all bad…can it?The PS3 version of The Last of Us came out in 2013 and has been re-released a further two times. A remaster in 2014 and a remake in 2022 ensure that it is nicely preserved on modern hardware. How well does the original hold up?Adkins comes bearing a Resident Evil trifecta! With Resident Evil Requiem close at hand, Adkins turns back the clock to tackle the remake of Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil HD Remaster (which is based on the 2002 Remake) and Resident Evil 0. From third person survival horror brilliance to fixed cameras and tank controls, how does Adkins cope with this jarring change?Giant Squid arrived with Abzu in 2016 and their latest title, Sword of the Sea came out in 2025. Apps takes a pitstop to fill in a gaming gap and get up to speed with all things Giant Squid by heading onto The Pathless. Taking influence from Breath of the Wild and expanding the players interaction it has the ingredients to be something special.Timestamps00:00:00 Skate Story00:53:28 MGS 4 &amp; The Last of Us on PS302:03:36 Resident Evil 4, Resident Evil &amp; Resident Evil 003:14:26 The Pathless04:00:59 Outro &amp; FGL Update

Skate Story, the game you MISSED in 2025!

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Normal service resume for Idle Game Chat as we have another edition, jam packed with gaming impressions!On the docket this time we have the record setting “indie” darling, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. It picked up 9 awards at The Game Awards 2025 and is widely tipped to garner more big rewards for DICE, GDC and BAFTA. Adkins’ curiosity got the better of him and he dived two feet into this on Steam. Did it live up to all the hype?Adcock returns with The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. This 2024 release was widely praised for flipping the script, where you play as Zelda on a quest to save Link. It’s a complete departure from the current Zelda framework which begun with Breath of the Wild. We will find out if Adcock this is a worthy change.Palette cleansers are popular amongst the Dimp clan and this time it’s the turn of Gris! Nomada Studios’ debut title Gris was released in 2018 on PC and Switch with wider platforms being targeted in 2019. Apps takes up the mantle, with one eye on Nomada Studios latest game, Neva, he works his way this award-winning Platform-Adventure game.The game impressions are rounded out by South of Midnight. This 2025 release arrived to a decent reception, but wasn’t the breakout title that Xbox and Compulsion Games were hoping for. It certainly faired better than Compulsion’s last game, We Happy Few, but what does Adkins make of it all?The episode is wrapped up Gaming’s Most Wanted 2026. Each member of the Dimp clan was asked for the one game they are most looking forward to. Apps reveals the results!Sit back, relax and enjoy Timestamps00:00:00 Clair Obscur: Expedition 3301:23:02 The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom02:01:09 Gris02:45:13 South of Midnight03:19:43 Gaming’s Most Wanted 2026

Expedition 33 DOMINATES The Game Awards, but is it all it’s cracked up to be?

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We kick of 2026 with our Fantasy Gaming League draft!This year it is the Comedy Brothers, Paper and Adkins, going head-to-head to see who comes out on top!Will Paper get a hattrick of wins back-to-back or will Adkins make history and be the first person to land the Grand Slam?

Fantasy Gaming Draft 2026 | Idle Game Chat New Year Special

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Here we are then, the Festive Special of Idle Game Chat!In our final show of the year, we have a jam-packed episode with a bit of a twist.Gaming’s Greatest Quiz is the rebrand of our traditional annual quiz. To complement the name change we have also shifted format. All questions are multiple choice and competitors are scored on accuracy and also time. 12 months, 36 questions, 6 competitors, buckle up! Feel free to play along at home and you can find the quiz by heading over to Kahoot.it and searching for “Gaming’s Greatest Quiz 2025”.The Fantasy Gaming League is over and we are joined by the winner, Paper, to analyse where he got it right and where Hall got it wrong. We also tip our cap to Grand Prix winner Adkins who will be stepping up to challenge for a historic Grand Slam…We close things out with our traditional Year-In-Review with Logan. Nintendo, Xbox and PlayStation are all put under the spotlight, accompanied by the usual unrelated waffle.It’s been a great year and we happy that you joined us on the ride. Sit back, relax and enjoy!Patreon.com/DimpDigitalTimestamps:00:00:00 Gaming&#39;s Greatest Quiz 202501:05:55 FGL 2025 Results Show02:10:18 Year-In-Review 2025

Gaming's Greatest Quiz 2025, FGL 2025 Results Show and Year-in-Review 2025 | Idle Game Chat Festive Special 2025

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In this episode of Idle Game Chat, we dive into our full impressions of some wildly different worlds. From the sprawling adventures of Pokémon Scarlet and the intriguing change of Pokémon Legends: Z‑A, to the quirky charm of Donut County, we share what stuck with us long after playing. We also hit the track with F1 23 and F1 25, breaking down how the series continues to evolve, before stepping into the mysterious cinematic journey of Death Stranding 2. It’s a mix of racing, rolling, catching, and connecting — all through our honest, in‑depth takes. Timestamps:00:00:00 Pokémon Scarlet00:53:00 Pokémon Legends: Z-A01:48:32 Donut County02:00:10 F1 2302:18:18 Death Standing 2: On the Beach03:23:44 F1 25

Idle Impressions: Pokémon, Donuts, F1 & Death Stranding

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Another packed episode of Idle Game Chat is here, and this week we’re diving headfirst into a lineup that blends myth, stealth, and full-on action. We kick things off with Ghost of Tsushima: Legends, then unravel the chilling mystery of Ghost of Yōtei before stepping into feudal Japan once more with Claws of Awaji, the latest Assassin’s Creed Shadows expansion. We also take a long look at the enigmatic Hell Is Us, reflect on a newbies experience of Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater, and close with a fresh take on a classic franchise through Gears of War: Reloaded.Stealth, steel, spirits, and nostalgia—get ready for another episode packed with sharp insights and questionable banter. Timestamps00:00:00 Intro00:01:58 Ghost of Tsushima: Legends01:04:10 Ghost of Yōtei01:59:49 Claws of Awaji - Assassin&#39;s Creed Shadows Expansion02:18:29 Hell Is Us03:01:18 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (Minor Spoilers)03:37:58 Gears of War: Reloaded

Shadows, Serpents, and Sneaking Legends | Idle Game Chat

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Hosts: Your Essex mates at Dimp DigitalEpisode: We&#39;ve finished &#39;em all! Our complete verdict on Borderlands 4, plus deep dives into Snake Eater&#39;s remake, our F1 management shame, Ninja Gaiden and Assassin&#39;s Creed Shadows!Here&#39;s the full breakdown:🔫 Borderlands 4We&#39;ve completed the campaign, tried the endgame, and messed with the new Vault Hunters. Is it a worthy successor or did it drop the ball? Our no-BS verdict on the story, loot, and whether it&#39;s worth your time now it&#39;s out.🔍 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake EaterDoes this legendary remake have us saluting or sulking? We break down the jungle gameplay, the graphics, and the pressure of remaking a classic.⚔️ Ninja Gaiden 2 &amp; 3: Razor&#39;s EdgeWe&#39;ve suffered through every brutal minute. Our thoughts on which one holds up better, which is just plain unfair, and whether they&#39;re still essential action games.🏎️ F1 Manager 2024Another season in the bin. We&#39;ve seen a full championship through and we&#39;re here to report on whether this year&#39;s game fixes the series&#39; problems or if it&#39;s the same old story.🗡️ Assassin&#39;s Creed ShadowsFeudal Japan from start to finish. Our take on the dual protagonists, the new mechanics, and whether Ubisoft has delivered a return to form. [00:00:00] - Intro[00:00:26] - Housekeeping[00:01:03] - Community notes[00:01:53] - Transition[00:02:09] - Metal Gear Solid Delta[01:00:06] - Ninja Gaiden double feature[01:28:18] - Assassin’s Creed Shadows[02:19:11] - F1 Manager 2024[03:09:41] - Borderlands 4[03:58:54] - Outro[03:59:25] - Sign-off[04:00:09] - End

Snakes, Ninjas, Japanese Assassin’s, a tale from the Borderlands + MORE | Idle Game Chat

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Three months in, is the Nintendo Switch 2 living up to the hype? We&#39;re cracking open the console&#39;s biggest talking points and giving you our proper, no-nonsense verdict. THE BIG DEBATE:We&#39;re nattering about all the stuff that matters:💷 The Price: Was it worth the dent in our wallets?🕹️ Game Costs: Are we being taken for a ride with these new release prices?🤬 The Game Card Scandal: Physical games not having the full game on the card? Get outta here!📺 How We Play: Are we docked on the sofa or handheld on the loo?📸 Accessories: The new Pro Controller 2, that funky camera – worth the extra cash? FULL REVIEWS:We&#39;ve put the hours in so you don&#39;t have to:🏎️ Mario Kart World: More than just a graphical glow-up?🍌 Donkey Kong Bananza: Does it capture the magic of the classics?⚡ Pokémon Violet (Switch 2 Patched): Finally the game we were promised? QUICK FIRE IMPRESSIONS:⛏️ Stardew Valley: How does it feel on the new hardware?🕹️ Switch 2 Welcome Tour: Nintendo&#39;s pack-in demo – any good?New to Idle Game Chat? We&#39;re just a bunch of mates from Essex (and beyond) having a right good chinwag about games. No jargon, no nonsense – just honest opinions and a few laughs.👉 Subscribe Now on your favourite podcast app💰 Support Us by going to <a href="https://patreion.com/DimpDigital" rel="nofollow">Patreion.com/DimpDigital</a> YouTube Link: <a href="https://youtu.be/r_fuk3Ph3Q4" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/r_fuk3Ph3Q4</a> 00:00:00 Intro00:02:14 Nintendo Switch 2 Chat00:49:53 Mario Kart World Chat01:03:42 Donkey Kong Bananza Chat01:21:04 Pokémon Violet (Switch 2 Update) Chat01:35:19 Neva Chat01:44:30 Stardew Valle | Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour01:55:55 FGL Update02:01:30 Mario Kart World Chat (Again) #IdleGameChat #NintendoSwitch2 #GamingPodcast #Essex

The Nintendo Switch 2 Chat | Idle Game Chat

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We&#39;ve gone proper massive this week! Join us for:<blockquote>🔫 Battlefield 6 Beta - Does it capture that classic all-out-war chaos?</blockquote><blockquote>🧳 Death Stranding 2: On the Beach - Kojima&#39;s latest mind-bender</blockquote><blockquote>⏰ Schedule I - Nerds first drug dealing sim!</blockquote><blockquote>🕵️‍♀️ Lost Records: Bloom &amp; Rage 90s teen drama nostalgia</blockquote><blockquote>👑 Super Mario Land 1+2 Revisiting Game Boy royalty</blockquote><blockquote>🧗 Cairn Demo (Anxiety-inducing climbing thrills</blockquote><blockquote>👶 Baby Steps Demo Literally crawling to victory</blockquote> As usual there is more, check the timestamps below for a full rundown! Why bother? We&#39;re just Essex lads nattering about games:<ul><li>No jargon, no pretentiousness</li><li>Proper laughs and the occasional row</li><li>Real opinions (even when dead wrong)</li></ul> 00:00:00 Intro00:02:35 Battlefield 6 Beta00:17:40 Death Stranding 2: On the Beach01:34:25 Sable02:25:52 Schedule I02:58:50 Lost Records: Bloom &amp; Rage03:29:17 Super Mario Land 1 + 203:44:01 Cairn Demo03:56:24 Baby Steps Demo04:07:52 Outro YouTube Link: <a href="https://youtu.be/ZET5Tc9_FcU" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/ZET5Tc9_FcU</a>

Kojima Back To His Best?! | Idle Game Chat

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We’re back with another round of Idle Game Chat, and this week things get... weird.We’ve got thoughts on all sorts — from the medieval madness of Doom: The Dark Ages to the emotional punches of Valiant Hearts: Coming Home. We also take a dive into the strange (How Fish Is Made), the spooky (Castlevania Requiem), and the downright baffling (Mouthwashing). Oh, and Somerville popped up too, so we gave that a go.Then it&#39;s time for the big one: our 2024 Game of the Year rundown. Who made the cut, who got snubbed, and which game took the crown? There might be disagreements. There will definitely be waffle.Grab a brew, stick us on, and enjoy some proper game chat. Timestamps:00:00 Intro03:21 Doom: The Dark Ages01:07:07 Valiant Hearts: Coming Home01:39:14 How Fish Is Made01:45:40 Mouthwashing01:56:50 Castlevania Requiem02:26:49 Sommerville03:02:17 Game of the Year 2024

Idle Game Chat: Doom, Fish, Mouthwash & Our 2024 GOTY

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🎙️ Episode Summary:Join us on Idle Game Chat as we dissect four iconic titles spanning debut titles, remastered brilliance, and AAA storytelling! This week, we’re debating:<blockquote>🔸 Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Does this atmospheric turn based gem live up to its premise?</blockquote><blockquote>🔸 Metroid Prime Remastered – Nintendo’s flawless glow-up: nostalgia trip or essential replay?</blockquote><blockquote>🔸 The Last of Us Part II &amp; Uncharted 4 – Revisiting Naughty Dog’s masterworks: Do they still dominate narrative gaming?</blockquote>🔥 Hot Takes Inside:<ul><li>Is Expedition 33’s ambiguity genius or frustrating?</li><li>Does Metroid Prime’s remaster justify the price tag?</li><li>TLOU2’s divisive legacy: bold evolution or misstep?</li><li>Why Uncharted 4’s finale still hits hard in 2024.</li></ul> Tune in for unfiltered opinions and our verdicts on which games deserve your backlog. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Clair Obscur: Expedition 3301:02:15 Metroid Prime Remastered01:49:49 Uncharted 4 - A Thieves End02:08:15 The Last of Us Part II (SPOILERS FOR GAME AND SHOW)

Expedition 33 to Naughty Dog Classics: Clair Obscur, Metroid Prime Remastered & TLOU2/Uncharted 4 Deep Dive!

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GTA VI will not be making 2025! That&#39;s the big news of the month, but we prefer to talk about games, so after Apps brushes over the industries biggest delay, we have some idle chat about lots of video games, including: - Monster Hunter Wilds- A load of Super Mario Games- Mythwrecked Ambrosia Island- Fragpunk- CoD WarzoneSit back, relax and enjoy! Timestamps:00:00:00 Intro00:01:29 GTA VI Delay00:07:35 Monster Hunter Wilds01:26:30 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - Booster Course Pass01:38:30 Super Mario Bros.01:43:35 Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels01:47:56 Super Mario Bros. 201:55:45 Super Mario Bros. 302:02:10 Super Mario Bros. Wonder02:11:00 Mythwrecked: Ambrosia Island02:50:19 Fragpunk - Season 0 - Wild Dawn03:18:30 Call of Duty: Warzone YouTube Link: <a href="https://youtu.be/1kWLytF1ApM" rel="nofollow">https://youtu.be/1kWLytF1ApM</a>

Delay News! GTA VI Gone! | Idle Game Chat | May 2025

Dimp Digital Presents: Idle Game Chat. PlayStation, Nintendo, Xbox and PC - we love them all and love to talk about them.

Idle Game Chat is a weekly podcast dedicated to the biggest entertainment industry in the world, Video Games.

We give our impressions on the Video Games you can play today and react to the biggest news stories from across the gaming landscape.

No topic is too big or too small. The gaming scene is brimming with a plethora of subject matter that we love to sink our teeth into.

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