Boss Rush Podcast - A Podcast about Video Games
The Boss Rush Podcast – A Podcast about Video Games – is the flagship show of the Boss Rush Network and Boss Rush Media. Each week, hosts Corey Dirrig, Stephanie Klimov, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein are joined by friends, fellow creators, indie developers, and industry veterans to discuss the latest in the world of video games, including news, rumors, new releases, and what they’ve been playing. They also answer listener questions, debate important industry topics and Boss Rush Banter discussion points, and feature a rotating weekly segment. New episodes post every Wednesday.
Episodes
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast:
Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein dive into how two iconic franchises—Grand Theft Auto and Fallout—remain forever rooted in American culture. Rockstar’s Dan Houser and Bethesda’s Todd Howard both reaffirm that their series simply wouldn’t work outside the U.S., with GTA’s satirical take on “Americana” and Fallout’s atomic-age paranoia defin...
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Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein dive into this week’s major topics, including Xbox, Limited Run, Halo, and more.
Halo: Campaign EvolvedHalo: Combat Evolved is getting a full campaign remake set for 2026—launching day and date on PlayStation 5, Xbox, and PC. Updated visuals, enhanced gameplay, new story content, split-screen, and cro...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast:
Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein break down the massive AWS outage and the platforms affected, including PlayStation, Fortnite, and Roblox.
They dive into the Warner Bros. Discovery saga, exploring how the “for sale” sign could impact the gaming division—layoffs, studio closures, IP restructures, or even separate sales are all on the table.
Plus, th...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast:
Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Patrick Klein the next generation of consoles potentially coming in 2027.
They break down how PlayStation’s clear messaging has made it more appealing than Xbox, whose next system may be a console–PC hybrid. The team also examines how Phil Spencer and Sarah Bond’s vision clashes with Microsoft’s strategy, leading to fan frustration and c...
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LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein discuss how modern gaming habits are quietly undermining the fun we’re supposed to be having.
From juggling too many unfinished games and forcing ourselves through ones we don’t enjoy, to expecting instant wins and sticking to the same playstyles, these behaviors can turn a relaxing hobby into a chore. The crew also tackles the...
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Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein are back to talk about what they’ve been playing and wrap up their 2025 Metacritic Draft.
They’ve been gettingd into all kinds of games—Star Wars Outlaws on Switch 2 impressed with its Uncharted- and Assassin’s Creed-style gameplay, Wavetale charmed with Wind Waker-inspired exploration and puzzles, and Metal G...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast
This week, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins are joined by Secret Friends Unite cofounder Todd Oxtra to discuss their shift from console to PC gaming and why they believe more console players should make the jump as the experience becomes increasingly seamless.
They also discuss first impressions of Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, the Gears of War Reloaded remaster and how 2 and...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, recorded on-site at PAX West 2025
In this special episode of the Boss Rush Podcast, recorded live at PAX West 2025, Patrick Klein and his Video Game Book Club cohost Taylor sit down with actor Ben Starr—best known as the voice of Clive Rosfield in Final Fantasy XVI, Verso in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and a member of Natural Six.
They dive into his craft, from the differences between voice...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast
This week, Corey Dirrig and LeRon Dawkins dive into the latest PlayStation 6 leaks, including details on a console codenamed Orion and a dockable handheld—similar to the Nintendo Switch—codenamed Canis.
They break down the reported specs shared by Tom from Moore’s Law is Dead on his Broken Silicon podcast, exploring possible release windows, pricing, and how these devices might fit into the broader ...
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This week, Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, and Stephanie Klimov are joined by former Cross Roads cohost Nellie Lott for a fun twist.
Corey hosts a Jeopardy-style video game trivia game, complete with fun facts, big scores, and fun surprises. Who will come out on top? Tune in to find out!
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This week, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov, and Patrick Klein are joined by Stoy Jovic to cover all the biggest news from Gamescom 2025. From the preshow teases to the main stage spectacle, they break down the hype, the trailers, and the surprises that kept the spotlight on Cologne, Germany.
The crew dives into standout moments like Resident Evil Requiem’s chilling debut and Hollow Knight: Silks...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast
LeRon Dawkins and Patrick Klein are joined by Edward Varnell, Matthew Kiel, and TattedWolfiee to discuss the recent wave of video game and hardware cancellations and their impact on the industry.
From disappointing fans to shattering morale within studios, these cancellations are taking a toll on developers and stifling creativity across the board. The panel also dives into the kinds ...
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Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein dig into why Game Key Cards are causing a headache for collectors—especially after the latest Nintendo Partner Direct. With Nintendo not offering cheaper options for third-party games on cards, collectors are frustrated and worried about losing physical support from publishers.
They also discuss why Nintendo is raisin...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast:
Corey Dirrig, LeRon Dawkins, Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein dive into how Nintendo has continued to reinvent its iconic characters over the past decade.
From Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom to the Link’s Awakening remake, the Zelda series has evolved dramatically—embracing open-world exploration, puzzle-solving, crafting, and survival in ways that reshaped how we experienc...
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This week on a special Boss Rush Network presentation:
Corey Dirrig and Patrick Klein sit down with a panel of great content creators to talk about one of the year's biggest surprises: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, developed by Sandfall Interactive and published by Kepler Interactive. Joining them are indie game content creator and Playlog Podcast host CGDannyB, variety streamer Professor Stalke, a...
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Corey Dirrig, Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein discuss gaming collaborations, some of the coolest ones they’ve seen, how Fortnite has taken it to another level, and the ones they’d like to see.
They also talk about video game binge sessions, how their gaming habits have changed as adults, and which games they remember bingeing the most.
All this and more, this week on The Boss Rush Po...
This week on the Boss Rush Podcast:
Stephanie Klimov and Patrick Klein discuss video game villains, particularly which ones they would let win in a battle and why. Who would you let win?
This and more, this week on The Boss Rush Podcast.
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This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey and Pat are joined by Matthew Kiel and new Boss Rush Podcast contributor Wolfie to talk about IGN's recently released ranking of Nintendo's 3D Platformers and what they think should be number 1.
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This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, Corey, Stephanie, Pat, and special guest Todd Oxtra from Secret Friends Unite dive into a wide-ranging discussion covering some of the weirdest games they’ve ever played, the lingering stigma around mobile games, and whether any truly great ones stand out. They also share which video game adaptations they’d love to see on the big screen—and more.
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This week on the Boss Rush Podcast, LeRon, Corey, Stephanie, and Pat return for Part II of their annual Metacritic Draft, covering rounds 4 through 10. They wrap up the episode by sharing the games they’ve been playing and what they’ve been up to lately.
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