The Press Start Podcast

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144

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Aug 2026

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<p>Each week on The Press Start Podcast, we get together and chat in-depth about the latest video game news and releases, all in the name of Press Start. </p>

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August 11, 202641 min

GTA 6 Reveal Is Skipping YouTube For Netflix | The Press Start Podcast

GTA 6's extended gameplay reveal is dropping on Netflix before YouTube, Australia has banned Halloween: The Game while rolling out Xbox age verification for R18+ titles, and EA and Halo Studios are both facing fresh layoffs despite recent wins. The Press Start Podcast breaks down the biggest gaming news of the week, plus a rapid fire on Ubisoft's newly confirmed Ghost Recon game. Subscribe for weekly video game news, reactions and discussion from Australia's biggest gaming podcast. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:42 GTA 6 Extended Look Confirmed for Netflix 00:07:27 Australia Cracks Down: Xbox Age Verification and Halloween Banned 00:16:47 Industry Layoffs Hit EA and Halo Studios 00:28:03 PlayStation Aren't Backing Down Now 00:30:18 A New Ghost Recon Game 00:32:10 What The Wiki?! 00:40:20 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

August 5, 202642 min

We Played Big Walk And It Tested Our Friendship | The Press Start Podcast

House House, the studio behind Untitled Goose Game, returns with Big Walk, a co-op puzzler built entirely around proximity chat — and a bold decision to ban traditional voice chat altogether. This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, Brodie and James debate whether that design choice is genius or a recipe for co-op chaos, and ask whether Big Walk can rise above the flood of "friend games" currently on the market. Also in this episode: Sony breaks its silence on killing off PS5 discs, and Game Freak's Soulslike debut Beast of Reincarnation gets reviewed. Chapters 00:00:00 Intro 00:00:39 Big Walk Review 00:16:31 Sony Responds to Backlash & Boycott 00:23:08 Beast of Reincarnation Review 00:34:26 What The Wiki?! 00:42:17 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

July 30, 202643 min

Xbox Wants You To Watch Ads Before You Play Your Own Games | The Press Start Podcast

This week on The Press Start Podcast, Ewan, Shannon, James and Brodie dive into Halo Campaign Evolved, debating whether it's the definitive way to play the original Halo campaign and what that secret ending means for a possible Halo 2 remake. The crew also unpacks Xbox's new ad-supported cloud gaming test, the newly revealed God of War Laufey release date and Kratos' confirmed return, plus a rapid fire on Marvel's SDCC reveals including Ghost Rider and Black Panther 3 casting. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:31 Halo: Campaign Evolved Review Discussion 00:09:25 Ad Supported Game Streaming 00:17:21 God of War Laufey Release Date & Kratos Return 00:27:41 SDCC Right Place for Game Announcements? 00:29:47 What The Wiki?! 00:42:26 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

July 21, 202647 min

Why We Gave Splatoon Raiders An 8.5 | The Press Start Podcast

This week on The Press Start Podcast, Harry gives his verdict on Splatoon Raiders, scoring Nintendo's co-op spin-off an 8.5. Ewan, Shannon and James also dig into Ryan Hurst's shock recast as Kratos in Amazon's God of War series, GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen calling Sony's PS5 disc decision totally irrelevant, and Newzoo's GTA 6 pre-order projections of up to 4.5 billion dollars in week one sales. New episodes of the video game podcast every week — subscribe for the latest gaming news, reviews and hot takes. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:33 Splatoon Raiders Review — Harry Scores It 8.5 00:14:39 Bethesda's Full Roadmap: Elder Scrolls VI, Fallout 5 & New Vegas Remaster 00:25:48 Ryan Hurst Dropped As Kratos — Who Replaces Him? 00:32:34 GameStop CEO Says PS5 Disc Backlash Is "Totally Irrelevant" 00:39:03 GTA 6 Pre-Orders Could Hit $4.5 Billion (Rapid Fire) 00:40:25 What The Wiki 00:45:31 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

July 17, 202647 min

The Real Cost Of Xbox's Restructure Is Becoming Clear | The Press Start Podcast

Xbox's Game Pass subscriber decline, mass layoffs and the Obsidian returning to Fallout dominate the discussion this week, alongside Sony Santa Monica confirming God of War Laufey will land on disc, hinting at a 2027 release. The Press Start Podcast crew also breaks down Bethesda and Ubisoft union unrest, the future of physical media on PlayStation, and Steve Buscemi joining the Far Cry TV show cast. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:27 Press Start Is Independent 00:04:42 Xbox Layoff Fallout 00:25:12 God Of War Laufey Coming 2027 On Disc 00:29:55 Steve Buscemi Joins Far Cry 00:32:51 What The Wiki?! 00:44:44 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

July 8, 202657 min

The Games Industry Has Officially Lost The Plot | The Press Start Podcast

Xbox is going through a massive restructure with fresh layoffs shaking the industry, and PlayStation has confirmed it's ending support for physical discs on PS5. On this episode of The Press Start Podcast, we break down what both moves mean for gamers, whether Xbox's shake-up can actually save the brand, and if the death of physical media is the beginning of the end for game ownership. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:27 Xbox Lays-off 3000+ Employees And Sells Off Studios 00:19:19 PlayStation Ending Physical Disc Releases 00:35:38 Assassin's Creed: Black Flag Resynced Review 00:42:45 What Will Be The Last Physical PlayStation Game? 00:44:12 What The Wiki?! 00:56:23 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

June 30, 20261 hr 5 min

Reacting To All The GTA 6 Hot Takes | The Press Start Podcast | The Press Start Podcast

We're breaking down the biggest GTA 6 hot takes sent in by you, the listeners. From the controversial price tag to paywalling rumors, the lack of a physical disc and no online mode at launch, we dig into whether Rockstar has gone too far this time. Hear our unfiltered reactions to GTA 6 news and price controversy. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:36 GTA VI's Price 00:07:07 When Will GTA VI Go On Sale? 00:09:45 GTA VI Deluxe Edition Paywalls 00:17:11 GTA VI Doesn't Have A Disc Version At Launch 00:30:50 Could You Refund GTA VI Without A Disc? 00:32:31 GTA VI Might Be Bad? 00:38:37 When Will GTA VI Online Come Out? 00:42:03 Steam Machine Prices Are Insane! 00:49:04 What The Wiki?! 01:04:06 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

June 24, 202653 min

The Best Way To Play Star Fox 64 Still Won't Win New Fans | The Press Start Podcast

Fox McCloud is back with a faithful remake of the beloved Star Fox 64, but does nostalgia alone make it worth your time in 2026? The Press Start Podcast team digs into whether the game delivers for longtime fans and what it means for the future of the franchise. Also this week: hands-on impressions of Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy and Star Wars: Galactic Racer, plus the team reacts to PlayStation quietly walking back its commitment to PC ports. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:30 What We're Playing Right Now 00:05:41 Star Fox Remake Review 00:18:51 Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy Preview 00:26:15 Star Wars Galactic Racer Preview 00:33:26 PlayStation Abandons PC 00:38:46 Does Game Pass Not Have Enough Good Games? 00:42:50 What The Wiki?! 00:52:17 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

June 19, 202647 min

Xbox Is Killing Its Best Studios & Nobody Is Stopping Them | The Press Start Podcast

Xbox is sending shockwaves through the gaming industry with reports that Ninja Theory, Double Fine, and Compulsion Games are all facing potential closure, raising serious questions about the future of first-party Xbox gaming. Rockstar has also dropped the official GTA 6 cover art ahead of pre-orders opening June 25, fuelling speculation about a November release date and what the game will cost. Plus, the crew shares the best game demos you should be playing right now, and the What the Wiki game show returns. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:28 Xbox Consider Closing Ninja Theory, Double Fine & Compulsion Games 00:22:43 Grand Theft Auto 6 Cover Art & Pre-Order Launch Revealed 00:29:19 Best Game Demos Right Now 00:34:41 What The Wiki?! 00:45:39 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

June 13, 20261 hr 33 min

Our Summer Game Fest 2026 Reactions: Nintendo, XBOX & More! | The Press Start Podcast

Since the demise of E3, it’s the biggest week in gaming — Nintendo dropped a Direct packed with announcements including a full remake of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, while the Xbox Games Showcase and Summer Game Fest revealed everything coming out in the months ahead. Chapters 00:00:00 Coming Up 00:00:35 Nintendo Direct June 2026 Reactions 00:18:27 XBOX Games Showcase 2026 00:42:55 Summer Game Fest Stream Reactions 01:18:27 Our Game of Summer Game Fest 01:19:40 What The Wiki?! 01:32:02 Outro The Press Start Podcast is Press Start Australia's weekly video game discussion podcast. SUBSCRIBE LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/the-press-start-podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/70QgrzSyPK476F9cTsfUWJ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-press-start-podcast/id812891885 YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvh0fsLvVCs9Pym8WExQiXdiqQsscybcK&si=Zh7Gw4QsFJQGFoUU For more gaming news, reviews & more visit https://www.press-start.com.au SUBSCRIBE | https://goo.gl/i9FGAx FOLLOW US | https://www.facebook.com/gaming/PressStartAu https://twitter.com/PressStartAU https://www.instagram.com/pressstartau/ https://www.tiktok.com/@pressstartau Contact us at hello@press-start.com.au #gaming #podcast #playstation

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