On this episode of The BS Show, we’re taking a critical look at some of the most pressing issues in gaming right now. We start with Nintendo’s decision to charge an additional $20 for DLC tied to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild—pushing the total cost of an 8-year-old game to $90. Is this a reflection of shifting industry standards or a step too far?
Next, we examine a new report showing that 58% of all PC gaming revenue now comes from microtransactions, raising questions about long-term sustainability and player experience. We also cover Ubisoft’s legal troubles surrounding The Crew, and what this could mean for digital ownership and access to purchased content.
In a concerning statistic out of Japan, 19% of people in their 20s report spending so much on games that it’s affecting their ability to afford basic living expenses. And finally, we discuss the newly revealed accessibility options in Death Stranding 2, including features that allow players to bypass boss fights entirely.
Clear analysis, honest questions, and zero spin—just the facts and the fallout.
#TheBSShow #GamingIndustry #ZeldaBreathOfTheWild #Nintendo #Microtransactions #Ubisoft #TheCrew #GamingAccessibility #DeathStranding2 #GamingSpending #GameEconomy #DigitalOwnership #SeriousGamingDiscussion
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
True Crime Tonight
If you eat, sleep, and breathe true crime, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT is serving up your nightly fix. Five nights a week, KT STUDIOS & iHEART RADIO invite listeners to pull up a seat for an unfiltered look at the biggest cases making headlines, celebrity scandals, and the trials everyone is watching. With a mix of expert analysis, hot takes, and listener call-ins, TRUE CRIME TONIGHT goes beyond the headlines to uncover the twists, turns, and unanswered questions that keep us all obsessed—because, at TRUE CRIME TONIGHT, there’s a seat for everyone. Whether breaking down crime scene forensics, scrutinizing serial killers, or debating the most binge-worthy true crime docs, True Crime Tonight is the fresh, fast-paced, and slightly addictive home for true crime lovers.