All Episodes

October 2, 2023 70 mins

In 586, Macio, Bobby, and I dive into Xbox boss Phil Spencer's leaked emails, possible mid-gen console upgrades, a new Xbox controller, Microsoft's interest in Nintendo and Valve, Bethesda remasters, and more!

CHAPTERS:
0:00:14 Introducing the hosts and their excitement for gaming news.
0:03:12 Comparing the cost and ease of expanding storage on both consoles.
0:08:37 Confidence in Xbox Series X and discussion on services.
0:19:28 Xbox Refresh Speculations and Phil's Response
0:21:01 Pricing Debate: PS5 Pro and Refreshes
0:24:19 Controller Pricing and Xbox Design Lab Customization
0:28:17 Possible Customization for Xbox Consoles & Collecting Controllers
0:33:51 The Controversy Surrounding Microsoft and Nintendo Banter
0:42:13 Microsoft's skepticism towards cloud gaming monetization
0:45:13 Possibility of hardware upgrades for PS5 and Xbox consoles
0:49:13 Nintendo's potential switch to a more powerful console
0:52:12 Speculation on a hybrid console with enhanced dock capabilities
0:55:10 Nintendo Switch's Hybrid Model and Compatibility
0:59:38 PlayStation price hikes and alleged hack
1:06:04 Baldur's Gate 3: Potential Game of the Year
1:06:20 Final Fantasy XVI and Microsoft's parody clause

As always, we appreciate your constructive Feedback, Suggestions, and Questions.
You can also leave us an audio question on SpeakPipe.

Thank you for the continued love and support! Enjoy the show.

Daniel
Podcast Awards 2019 || Games & Hobbies (Winner)
Podcast Awards 2017 - 2018, 2020 - 2022 || Games & Hobbies (Nominated)
Official Site

FOLLOW US:
- Twitter | @ReasonsImBroke and @TRIBPod
- Instagram
- Pinterest
- Threads
- Tumblr
- Discord Lounge
- YouTube Channel

SUBSCRIBE:
Apple Podcasts / Spotify / Google PodcastsiHeartRadio / TuneIn / Overcast

SUPPORT THE POD:
Getting $1's worth of entertainment and information each month? Support us on Patreon or visit our TeePublic storefront!

SPREAD THE WORD:
If you're enjoying the show, please head over to iTunes and leave us a rating and a review! Each one helps new Brokettes discover the podcast.

Contribute to the Hero Initiative to offer assistance to comic creators facing difficulties.
Show your support for the AFSP's efforts by donating to the Autumn Snyder Tribute Fund.

CREDITS:

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

Las Culturistas with Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang

Ding dong! Join your culture consultants, Matt Rogers and Bowen Yang, on an unforgettable journey into the beating heart of CULTURE. Alongside sizzling special guests, they GET INTO the hottest pop-culture moments of the day and the formative cultural experiences that turned them into Culturistas. Produced by the Big Money Players Network and iHeartRadio.

Crime Junkie

Crime Junkie

Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by audiochuck Media Company.

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.