We discuss how the Xbox Boss has said TikTok is their biggest challenge and competition now, not other consoles, as well as the latest gaming headlines from the week.
SHOW DOT POINTS
- The gaming industry is facing a November slump with little news.
- Xbox sees competition beyond consoles, focusing on overall entertainment.
- Attention spans are shorter, leading to a demand for simpler content.
- Consumerism in gaming is critiqued through the lens of Outer Worlds 2.
- Nintendo is providing significant updates for Animal Crossing without heavy monetisation.
- Recent Pokémon leaks suggest exciting developments for the franchise.
- The gaming landscape is evolving with new forms of competition.
- Players are multitasking more than ever, affecting how games are consumed.
- The Outer Worlds 2's consumerism trait is a humorous critique of players.
- Nintendo's updates show a commitment to player satisfaction over profit. The Pokémon franchise has a rich history with many legends.
- Pokémon Seed is anticipated to be a groundbreaking MMO.
- The connection of various Pokémon regions is a long-awaited feature.
- Nintendo's hardware limitations have affected Pokémon's evolution.
- Fans are eager for more unique Pokémon titles.
- Fortnite's crossover with The Simpsons brings nostalgia.
- The Call of Duty movie has a strong creative team behind it.
- Expectations for the Call of Duty movie are low but hopeful.
- The gaming landscape is filled with exciting upcoming releases.
- Indie games are gaining traction alongside major titles.
YOUR HOSTS 🎙️ Dylan Blight 🎙️ Ashley Hobley
EPISODE TIMECODES00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:20 - Xbox Boss Is More Concerned With TikTok Than Console Wars 00:12:40 - The Outer Worlds 2 Has A "Consumerism" Flaw
00:18:30 - Animal Crossing 3.0 Update Coming In January 00:23:00 - Pokemon Leaks 00:40:10 - What Games Are Releasing In November 2025? 00:53:00 - Fortnite's Massive Simpsons Cross-Over 00:56:45 - Call of Duty Movie Finds Writer & Director 01:00:05 - Patch Notes: Hot Fix
01:02:25 - Outro
RESOURCES- Xbox Boss Isn't Concerned About The Console War, Claims The 'Biggest Competition' Is Elsewhere
- The Outer Worlds 2 dunks on you with a 'Consumerism' flaw that secretly makes you stupid if you bought its $100 version for early access: 'Promotions and sales have riddled your brain' | PC Gamer
- All New Pokémon Games Release Roadmap: Every Confirmed & Leaked Game - Insider Gaming
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons Is Getting A Nintendo Switch 2 Update And Heaps Of New Content
- What Video Games Are Coming Out in November 2025? - Explosion Network
- What are the new map and weapon loot pool changes in the Fortnite Simpsons mini season
- The dudes behind Sicario and Lone Survivor are making the Call of Duty movie
- 🎵 Music: Dylan Blight
- 🎵 Sound Effect by floraphonic from Pixabay
- 🎨 Artwork: Cherie Henriques
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