Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew

Ever wonder why your favorite games never seem to run smoothly, no matter how much you tweak the settings? You're not alone. The recent release of Metal Gear Solid has left many gamers frustrated with performance issues. But why do developers often rely on third-party technologies like AMD FSR, NVIDIA DLSS, and Intel XeSS instead of optimizing their games from the ground up?

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, we're divin...

Get ready for a gaming extravaganza as we dive into the latest buzz from Gamescom and beyond! In this episode, we're serving up a piping hot brew of digital coffee, packed with exciting updates and juicy comparisons.

First up, we're pitting two heavyweight contenders against each other: Battlefield 6 and Black Ops 7. Which one will come out on top? We'll break down the trailers, gameplay, and what sets these titles apart.

But that's ...

Calling all gamers! Get ready for a whirlwind tour through the latest buzz in the gaming world. From disappointing sequels to potential franchise revivals, we're covering it all in this action-packed episode.

First up, we're taking a critical look at Dragon Age: Dreadwolf. Was this long-awaited installment a hit or a miss? I'll share my thoughts on why this game might have been better left on the drawing board.

Next, we're diving int...

Welcome to another episode of Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew, hosted by Brett Deister! This week, it’s all about the highly anticipated Battlefield 6 open beta. Brett dives into his firsthand experience, breaking down what works, what doesn’t, and how the game stacks up compared to recent entries—and competing titles like Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. From early impressions of the return-to-form gameplay, destruction mechanics, and class...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Deister discusses recent updates from Electronic Arts and their decision to not increase game prices to $80 for the foreseeable future. He also delves into EA's plans to transform Battlefield 6 into a gameplay platform and similar upcoming changes for PUBG, including its transition to Unreal Engine 5. Brett provides a detailed review of Battlefield 6's multiplayer reveal, co...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Deister discusses several key news items and trends in the gaming industry. Brett covers the unfortunate passing of Julian Lafe, the Chief Engineer of Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall. He then transitions to the reveal of Battlefield 6's campaign trailer, expressing disappointment over its lack of gameplay footage. Obsidian’s price drop announcement for Outer Worlds 2 and the la...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Deister covers a range of topics including the release of Civilization 7 update 1.2.0.2, which adds steam workshop support and new advanced game options, Microsoft's planned layoffs in the Xbox division, the issues with the Steam Summer Sale, and a new PVE mode in Warhammer 40K: Space Marine 2. Brett also discusses the significant layoffs and restructuring occurring in the g...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, Brett discusses the recent patch for Dune Awakening that removes vehicle ramming in PvP, as well as the community's positive reaction. He moves on to cover Battlefield 2042's new Mass Effect bundle and comments on Warner Brothers' restructuring of its leadership team, focusing on major franchises like Mortal Kombat and Harry Potter. Brett also touches on layoffs at Splitgate 2, Embrace...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, Brett Deister discusses the end of the SAG-AFTRA strike over AI voice replication, dives into gameplay and community feedback for 'Dune: Awakening,' and critiques the reveal of 'Call of Duty: Black Ops 7.' He highlights various showcases from Microsoft, Ubisoft, and reveals his excitement for 'Blood of the Dawn Walker' led by the former director of 'The Witcher 3.' Brett also talks abo...

Welcome back to another episode of Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew! I’m your host, Brett Deister, and this week we’re diving into some of the biggest stories shaking up the gaming world. On today’s show, we’re taking a closer look at Unreal Engine 5.6 and the much-hyped Witcher 4 tech demo—why I’m cautiously optimistic, and what you should (and shouldn’t) expect based on past experiences with tech demos. We’ll also cover the announceme...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Deister covers a variety of gaming industry topics, including King Makers' upcoming PC release, Discord's potential IPO and monetization strategies, and the announcement of Bolt Gun 2. Brett also highlights Capcom's increasing PC sales, the performance benchmark of AMD's RX 9060 XT GPU, and EA's controversial decisions and cancellations, particularly in relation to their han...

Welcome to this week’s episode of Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew, your go-to source for honest takes and hot debates in the world of gaming. I’m your host, Brett Deister, and in this episode, we’re diving into the latest controversies and updates shaking up the industry.

We kick things off with a look at the troubled launch of the Stalker remastered trilogy and why fans are fuming over language and content changes. Then, we weigh in on...

Welcome back to Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew! In this episode, host Brett Deister serves up a fresh batch of gaming news, trends, and hot takes from the world of PC and console gaming. Brett dives into everything from Krispy Kreme’s playful Pac-Man donut collab and the creative journey behind Expedition 33, to the exciting new modding opportunities for Warhammer 40,000 Space Marine 2. He unpacks the latest updates on Marvel Rivals, ...

Welcome back to Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew! In this week’s episode, host Brett Deister dives deep into the latest headlines shaking up the gaming world. From the much-anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI receiving a new release date—and sparking plenty of speculation—to big news from EA regarding layoffs at Codemaster and the evolving fate of the Battlefield series, there's a lot to unpack.

Brett also explores an intriguing story about ...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett discusses the upcoming open beta for Split Gate 2, EA's implementation of kernel-level anti-cheat software, Microsoft's price increases for Xbox consoles, and the suspension of shipments from China by 8-Bit Do due to new tariffs. The episode also covers significant layoffs in the gaming industry, with a focus on EA, Polygon, and Codemasters, and delves into the broader issue...

Welcome to another episode of Digital Coffee: Gaming Brew, hosted by Brett Deister! In this jam-packed episode, Brett takes us through the latest happenings in the gaming and tech worlds, starting with the surprising growth in global PC shipments and what looming US-China trade tensions mean for the future (and our wallets). He covers the rising prices of motherboards and how tariffs and supply chains are shaking up the hardware ma...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Geiser delves into the internal conflicts at BioWare, discussing former lead writer David Gator's revelations about EA's preference for Mass Effect over Dragon Age and the challenges faced by the Dragon Age team. The episode also covers the release of Lords of the Fallen 2.0, updates on the next Battlefield game, and NVIDIA's new GPU drivers. Other game updates include Skull...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Brett Deister discusses a variety of topics including the latest updates and issues in the gaming world. Brett covers the relaunch of Bungie's 'Marathon,' the ongoing hacking problems in 'Star Wars Battlefront 2' on PC, and the latest content updates for 'Schedule One.' The show also pays tribute to William Roberts, the voice actor in 'The Witcher' series, who recently passed away...

In this episode of Digital Coffee Gaming Brew, host Fred Deister delves into various topics beginning with updates on Marvel Rivals, including the upcoming Season 2 starting April 11th with new heroes and changes. He also discusses the much-anticipated release of Titanfall 3, rumored for a 2025 reveal. Fred highlights the dominance of AMD in the CPU market, holding nearly 80% market share as of March 2025, contrasted with Intel's d...