FOX on Games

FOX on Games

Welcome to the FOX on Games podcast, your ultimate source for the latest gaming news, industry insights, and exclusive interviews with influential figures in interactive entertainment. We cover everything from major console releases from Nintendo, Microsoft, and Sony Interactive to the dynamic world of esports and virtual reality. Dive into discussions on industry challenges, such as strikes, layoffs, and unionization affecting the industry, and celebrate the legacy of gaming icons from artists, developers, and content creators. Whether you're interested in innovative game features like the metaverse of Fortnite or Roblox to the cultural impact of Tetris, FaZe Clan, and Call of Duty. FOX on Games keeps you informed and entertained with engaging content tailored for gamers worldwide. Subscribe for a comprehensive look at the trends and stories shaping the gaming community once a week here, and make sure to share it with your friends both IRL, and by their gamertags.

Episodes

January 11, 2026 1 min
Huge news for Xbox and Nintendo fans: Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade is officially breaking away from PlayStation exclusivity on January 22, 2026. Eammonn Dignam breaks down what this means for the trilogy and the upcoming Switch 2. Plus, we look at the surprise success of the survival climber Cairn. With a demo that’s already racked up 600,000 players, the "simulation of the impossible" on Mount Kami is proving that hardcore ...
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The gaming world is mourning the loss of a true pioneer. David Rosen, the American co-founder of SEGA, has passed away at the age of 95. Eammonn Dignam looks back at the life of the former Airman who saw an opportunity in post-war Japan, eventually merging his photo booth and arcade business to create a company that would challenge Nintendo for the soul of the industry. From the Sega Master System to the cultural phenomenon of the ...
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Eammonn Dignam returns with a massive update from day one of CES 2026. We break down Razer’s new TV-first controllers and haptic chairs, ASUS’s unconventional dual-screen laptop, and LEGO’s brain-brick Star Wars integration. We also dive into the controversy surrounding Arc Raiders' new "ABMM" (Aggression Based Matchmaking) system and its stunning 12 million copies sold. Finally, we revisit our favorite 2025 conversations with indu...
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As the industry returns from the holiday hiatus, Eammonn Dignam analyzes two major shifts. Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially updated its PlayStation Plus roadmap, confirming that starting in 2026, the service will focus on PS5 titles, effectively phasing out the PS4 ecosystem. We also look at the 2025 Google Year in Search, where the extraction shooter Arc Raiders shocked the industry by becoming the #1 most-searched g...
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2026 is officially the year of the blockbuster. Eammonn Dignam breaks down the essential release dates, starting with Resident Evil Requiem on February 27, 2026, featuring the return of Leon S. Kennedy and newcomer Grace Ashcroft. We look at 007 First Light, the James Bond origin story from the developers of Hitman, which has been delayed to May 27, 2026. Finally, we discuss the juggernaut: Grand Theft Auto VI, locked in for Novemb...
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The 2025 leaks of the Nintendo Switch 2, portable gaming advancements at CES, and the immersive sensory experience of "The Last of Us." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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As the clock strikes midnight on 2025, Eammonn Dignam presents a special New Year's Eve "Best of" episode. We share the final installment of our holiday gaming memories with FOX Weather’s Steve Bender and FOX News Audio's Jeff Werner. We then revisit two of our most impactful conversations of the year: a deep dive with Atari founder Nolan Bushnell on his AI-powered educational platform ExoDexa, and an inspiring sit-down with Chris...
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Dive into 2025's most anticipated gaming releases, including the rumored Nintendo Switch 2, Grand Theft Auto VI, and new installments in beloved franchises. This if fro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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As 2025 comes to a close, Eammonn Dignam reflects on a year that changed the industry. We analyze the record-breaking launch of the Nintendo Switch 2 , which brought us Mario Kart World and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, all while celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Mushroom Kingdom's hero. We discuss the shifting of the guard as Doug Bowser retires as President of Nintendo of America, succeeded by Devon Pritchard. The show also dive...
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Bored on a holiday? Eammonn Dignam has your ultimate guide to avoiding the kitchen table politics by jumping into the best gaming events of 2025. We break down World of Warcraft's Feast of Winter Veil (featuring a level 80 Abominable Greench), the return of snow and the "Gooch" in GTA Online , and Hitman’s hilarious Home Alone homage: "Holiday Hoarders." Plus, we look at festive debuts in Pokémon GO and the snowball fights of Halo...
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In the series finale of "BEYOND THE CONTROLLER," Eammonn Dignam bridges the gap between the legendary games and the Amazon Prime sensation. We explore the wasteland as it stands in 2296—the furthest point in the timeline. We break down the regional conflicts that defined the world: the Brotherhood of Steel's war for Project Purity in D.C., the Institute’s synth threat in the Commonwealth, and the epic battle for Hoover Dam in the M...
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December 24, 2025 27 mins
We break down the ESA’s latest poll showing that 73% of young kids want to game with their parents this year. We also provide your ultimate holiday playlist, featuring the new Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer platformer from Headless Chicken Games, the classic Batman: Arkham Origins, and even a retro look at Die Hard for the NES. Plus, we have the first details on the Animal Crossing: New Horizons 3.0 update arriving January 15th, fe...
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Explore the festive spirit in gaming with our latest podcast, highlighting holiday-themed events in popular games like Apex Legends, Astro Bot, and Animal Crossing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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The Game Awards 2025 delivered a record-shattering 171 million global livestreams, an 11% increase over last year. Host and founder Geoff Keighley opened the show with a deeply personal speech, thanking developers and fans for their trust during a challenging year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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FOX on Games presents the ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for PC gamers! We cover the "must-have" digital gifts like Steam Gift Cards, Robux for Roblox, and V-Bucks for Fortnite. For those wanting a physical gift, we highlight the Logitech G lineup: the budget-friendly G321 Lightspeed headset, the high-end Astro A20 X with PlaySync for switching between PC and consoles, and the G515 Low-Profile mechanical keyboard. Finally, we look at...
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Welcome to Part 3 of "BEYOND THE CONTROLLER." Eammonn Dignam pulls back the curtain on the Vault-Tec Corporation and the sinister Project Safehouse. We reveal the truth behind the 122+ vaults: they weren't shelters, they were social experiments designed to gather data for the Enclave's future colonization plans. This episode dives into the "Tri-Vault" system from the Amazon Prime series (Vaults 31, 32, and 33), the "Bud's Buds" eu...
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FOX on Games delivers the ultimate Game Awards 2025 wrap-up. We cover the historic GOTY win by the AA turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 , and all the major reveals: Larian's Divinity sequel, Resident Evil Requiem, Control Resonant, the new Mega Man, and the star-studded Street Fighter Movie (ft. Roman Reigns, Cody Rhodes). We also look ahead at the BAFTA Games Awards longlist. For our main segment, Ashley Dvorkin conducts...
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The CEO of the company behind a once popular shooter franchise losing his job, while Mario and his friends in the Mushroom Kingdom are getting a sequel in theaters... and the Fallout TV show is almost here. FOX's Eammonn Dignam has the details in this "FOX On Games." Like, Comment, Subscribe and Share with your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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FOX on Games presents the ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for the Nintendo Switch 2 fan! We spotlight the new Camera accessory, which adds a personal touch to games and allows players to assist friends globally. We also recommend the unexpected utility of a large Mousepad, enabling users to control games like Metroid Prime 4: Beyond with the Joy-Cons acting as a mouse. Finally, we confirm that Amiibo figures and a new Carrying Case are...
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FOX on Games breaks down the biggest moments from The Game Awards 2025. We cover the historic and surprise Game of the Year win for the turn-based RPG, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. The show was dominated by major announcements: Star Wars revealed two games, the narrative RPG Fate of the Old Republic (a spiritual successor to KOTOR) and the racing game Galactic Racer (a follow-up to Podracing). Tomb Raider also announced two titles:...
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