PlayStation PC Issues, Astro Boy PS5, & Anime Deep Dive | Game Junction Podcast #86

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What if one of the most anticipated PC releases of the year came with a catch that could change the way you game? This episode, we kick things off by dissecting the ramifications of God of War: Ragnarok's PC debut, which controversially requires a PSN account even for single-player mode. We break down what this means for gamers, debating the potential hit to sales and player satisfaction. Alongside, we hit up the highlights from the recent State of Play event and speculate on the buzz surrounding the upcoming Xbox Game Showcase and its potential to shake up the gaming landscape.
Next, our conversation takes a magical turn as we dive into the Kingdom Hearts series, now making its way to Steam. We reminisce about our personal favorites and the series’ intricate storyline, even touching on the quirky intersection of Kingdom Hearts with the VTuber phenomenon. But it’s not all nostalgia—our analysis extends to the crowded PvP shooter market revealed at the State of Play, questioning whether inclusivity elements in games like character pronouns might help or hinder their success.
Lastly, we tackle a medley of hot topics, from the fresh vibes of Dynasty Warriors Origins to the eerie anticipation of the Silent Hill 2 remake. We also discuss the crowded handheld gaming console market with the arrival of the Zone and re

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Chapter

1. PlayStation's PC Strategy Confusion (00:00:00)

2. Kingdom Hearts Games and Vtubers (00:08:52)

3. State of Play Announcements and Concerns (00:15:30)

4. New Dynasty Warriors and Upcoming Souls-Like (00:23:10)

5. Upcoming Video Game Releases and Reactions (00:34:45)

6. Critique of Silent Hill Remake (00:44:23)

7. Handheld Gaming Console Market Saturation (00:57:09)

8. The Impact of Retro Game Music (01:08:41)

9. The Significance of Video Game Music (01:15:30)

10. Digital Data Preservation and Backups (01:19:08)

11. Digital Content Consumption Trends and Nintendo (01:28:53)

12. Metroid Prime and Nintendo Switch Discussion (01:34:27)

13. Nintendo's Metroid Prime Development Discussion (01:39:55)

14. Sales and Development of Metroid Games (01:50:01)

15. Metroid and Game Boy Legacy (01:58:53)

16. Retro Gaming and Unlock Switch Controversy (02:10:45)

17. Remaking Ocarina of Time (02:24:17)

18. Xbox Live Outage and Game Collecting (02:32:29)

19. Toxicity in Online Gaming and Homeschooling (02:45:04)

20. Expensive Retro Games and Anime Review (02:52:12)

21. Comparing Space Western Anime Shows (03:01:11)

22. Retro Video Game and Anime Discussion (03:11:58)

23. Discussion on Zelda & Treasure Games (03:17:54)

24. Anime Discussion (03:30:17)

25. Japanese Manga and Gaming Trends (03:37:35)

26. Nintendo Switch In Japan (03:45:06)

27. Closing Thoughts (03:47:14)