DECKED UP: A Tech and Gaming Podcast

Games Journalism is a JOKE! They Are Pro No Physical Media and finding ways to attack XBOX with unverfiable claims. Games Journalism is DEAD!
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PlayStation physical discs are officially ending production by 2028. Here is what this shift means for your collection and older consoles.This update covers two significant changes for the PlayStation ecosystem. If you collect physical media or still play on legacy hardware, these announcements directly impact how you access games in the coming years. We analyze the timeline for when physical disc production ends and what the upcoming changes to the PS3 store and PS Vita store mean for digital purchases.Understanding these shifts helps you prepare your game library before official support changes occur. Whether you are a long-time collector concerned about PlayStation physical discs or a legacy player tracking the PS3 store update, this breakdown clarifies the specific dates and market impacts you need to know. Staying informed on PlayStation news ensures you can plan your future purchases accordingly.Subscribe for weekly console gaming future breakdowns, and let me know in the comments if you prefer physical or digital game libraries.

The Steam Machine price was revealed today along with the embargo on reviews dropping and the reviews and the price are NOT great. Let's talk about why you probably should buy a prebuilt PC or build your own.

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Spotify Description
In this episode, I share my hands-on preview impressions of Sword Art Online: Echoes of Aincrad after spending around two and a half hours with the game.
Echoes of Aincrad feels like a more deliberate and challenging take on the Sword Art Online formula, bringing in Souls-like combat, stamina management, companion mechanics, gear upgrades, open-world exploration, and a stronger sense of danger than I expected.
I break down the opening dungeon, character creation, the Town of Beginnings, the return of Akihiko Kayaba’s Game Master moment, weapon variety, companion abilities, and the first major boss fight that gave me a real difficulty spike.
For SAO fans, this preview left me feeling like Echoes of Aincrad could be one of the more exciting entries in the franchise if the full game builds on this foundation.
Mahalo for listening!
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