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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

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