Defining Duke: An Xbox Podcast

• #254 | Valve Just Beat Xbox To The Punch...

  Xbox's big bet for bringing PCs to the living room has officially been undercut. This week, Valve announced three (!) different pieces of hardware. First, there is the Steam Machine, which serves as the strongest competitor to consoles. While still very much a PC, the Steam Machine packs a lot of punch for a small device and could be a force if priced well. Second, a brand new VR headset in the Steam Frame. Despite Meta having massive first-party support, Valve has decided to challenge a space that many of us thought was finished growing. Third, and finally, is a Steam Controller. It's horrendous looking and makes the Duke look ergonomic. How does Valve's aggressive hardware plans disrupt Xbox and does any lingering appeal for the PC in the living room by Xbox remain? The Dukes unite and dive straight in. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:08:49 - The Hair Crisis0:13:57 - Halo Infinite support is ending0:21:59 - Former Nintendo President opens up on Xbox and Switch 20:31:59 - State Of Play Japan reactions0:47:15  Arc Raiders is a smash hit0:57:04 - GTA 6 has been delayed1:09:02 - Take Two proves great narrative games sell well1:13:02 - Borderlands 4 sales are soft1:18:58 - Dispatch sells over 1 million copies1:20:47 - Ghost Of Yotei sells over 3 million copies1:23:00 - BioWare and EA recommit to Mass Effect1:42:28 - Marvel 1943: Rise Of Hydra has been delayed1:44:35 - Silent Hill 2’s Xbox release date leaks1:48:42 - Nintendo first party are using game key cards1:51:07 - Square Enix undergoes layoffs and drops new roadmap2:03:02 - Trails In The Sky Remake 2 confirmed for 20262:05:54 - What We’re Playing3:00:07 - Valve announces Steam Machine, Frame, and Controller3:28:55 - Todd Howard interview3:42:30 - Avowed 2 is in the cards, but not Outer Worlds 3? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• #253 | Obsidian: The Pillar of Xbox’s Future?

  It's been quite the year for Obsidian Entertainment. Following three major releases in one year with Avowed, Grounded 2 (Early Access), and The Outer Worlds 2. Obsidian finds itself discussing their future and relevance in a world where "Microsoft Gaming" exists. Cog and Hoeg discuss the significance of revisiting the Pillars of Eternity universe with their latest turn based announcement. What does the future also hold for this studio? In addition to all the latest news in the world of Xbox! Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:02:50 - Health Is Wealth0:05:01 - Does Cog Really Hate Exclusives?0:17:14 - Xbox Hybrid Future?0:33:59 - Cancelling Game Pass Ultimate?0:40:32 - Destiny 2 New Renegades expansion0:49:39 - Nintendo’s Patent in Palworld Dispute is Being Re-examined1:03:54 - Devs believe Steam has a monopoly on PC games?1:14:03 - Consumers spend more on remakes than remasters1:22:42 - Battlefield 6 Has Reportedly Sold Over 10 Million Copies1:31:21 - Arc Raiders early success & roadmap1:40:33 - Black Ops 7 ROG Xbox Ally X Support1:44:22 - Expedition 33 & Final Fantasy VII Remake event1:52:52 - What We Are Playing2:11:36 - Obsidian announces Pillars of Eternity Turn-Based Mode & talks future2:42:41 - Xbox Q1 hardware sales down2:54:20 - Xbox - Ex-Boxer commercial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• #252 | We PLAYED The Halo Remake...

  Following months of swirling rumors, Halo Combat Evolved has its remake. It's called Halo Campaign Evolved and you can play it next year on Xbox, PC, and yes, even PlayStation! It has everything from sprinting to aiming down sights, but more surprising is the new content found within. Cutscenes have been entirely reshot, new prequel missions are being added to the game, new weapons are getting thrown in there, and even the warthog saw an expansion to it. Cog and Gene had the opportunity to go hands-on with a demo of this remake and the takeaways are what you'd expect from a Halo Studios led project. Indeed, it's the familiar cocktail of optimism for what's in front of you and lingering skepticism from the thing you just got. Go to https://www.quince.com/duke for free shipping and 365-day returns Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:02:53 - Sarah Bond says exclusive games are antiquated0:16:09 - Matt Booty says Xbox’s competition is TikTok and movies0:29:43 - Phil Spencer says Forza Motorsport isn’t dead0:38:25 - Phil Spencer on Xbox’s AI push0:45:09 - Xbox has a Partner Preview coming in November0:52:55 - Fallout Day 2025 was terrible1:18:40 - ID@Xbox showcase reveals 12 indie Game Pass titles1:20:43 - Canceled multiplayer God of War game leaks1:24:12 - Ghost of Yotei sales analysis1:31:00 - Loulan: The Cursed Sands revealed1:33:23 - Masters of Albion will be Peter Molyneux’s final game1:41:31 - Mouse: P.I. for Hire releases on March 19th, 20261:42:45 - Battlefield REDSEC shadow dropped by EA1:45:07 - FemShep wants to go back to Mass Effect1:46:40 - Crash Bandicoot is getting a Netflix series1:47:51 - What We’re Playing (Xbox Ally X)2:26:55 - Halo Campaign Evolved discussion3:01:40 - Cog's thoughts on Ninja Gaiden 43:09:11 - Outer Worlds 23:35:17 - Massive details on the next Xbox3:59:25 - Xbox’s 30% profit margin to blame for price hikes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• #251 | Our Outer Worlds 2 Review Is HERE... - Did it Deliver?!

  There's much to be said about how The Outer Worlds 2 was handled prior to its release. Everything from a lacking preview and Avowed's underwhelming launch to Xbox attempting to force a $80 price point put this game on the uphill climb. All of that is out the window now. Cog and Matty have it in hand and have logged their many hours! Is the Black Rock ready to deliver on the RPG pedigree that they're known for or are they best off focusing on their new strength in games like Grounded or Pentiment? Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:02:57 - Final future of the Dukes update0:08:31 - Xbox Ally impressions0:28:08 - The pace of Xbox releases0:35:29 - The most positive Xbox experience this generation0:43:07 - What We’re Playing1:02:44 - Outer Worlds 22:13:25 - Improvements coming to the Xbox Ally2:15:49 - ID@Xbox showcase coming October 28th2:17:16 - Starfield’s PS5 announcement will come in 20262:18:31 - Warner Bros Discovery is up for sale again2:27:26 - Assassin’s Creed franchise lead was forced out2:35:11 - Glen Schofield is trying to get Dead Space back2:54:25 - Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 updates3:00:34 - The Resident Evil Remake rumors are heating up3:04:24 - A new Dragon Ball game coming in 20263:08:11 - Marvel Cosmic Invasion releases December 1st3:10:33 - Quantic Dream’s strange new multiplayer game3:16:16 -  What’s next for Arrowhead?3:18:28 - Silent Hill sales update3:21:18 - Kirby Air Riders gets ANOTHER direct3:25:41- Sarah Bond clarifies Xbox next gen details3:49:04 - Xbox has plans to move its product manufacturing out of China Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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• #250 | Xbox's Next Gen Console LEAKED... (ft. Deck Ready)

  Despite the ongoing hardware "crisis," plenty of next generation hardware news continues to leak out of Xbox. This time, we have Project Magnus courtesy of Moore's Law Is Dead! Set to release in 2027, this console will (as expected) feature some Windows elements and go head-to-head with the pre-built PC market. To help break all of this down, Jimmy Champane of Deck Ready is here. Beyond Project Magnus, we get into a newly released piece of Xbox hardware in the Xbox Ally. Is it worth your money and what does it tell us about the future of Xbox's unified Windows approach? A lot, it seems! Beyond that, we tackle a new-ish structure for the show, covering everything from Xbox to PlayStation and Nintendo. Much of our show is shaped by you, so we hope you enjoy the inclusion and look forward to reading your thoughts. Please keep in mind that our timestamps are approximate, and will often be slightly off due to dynamic ad placement. 0:00:00 - Intro0:20:42 - Where did the former Zenimax Online devs go?0:30:06 - Call Of Duty is dropping SBMM0:42:23 - Halo art director delivers ominous message1:04:51 - Indiana Jones gets anniversary update1:10:17 - Everwild screenshots have leaked1:12:44 - Sucker Punch’s future after Ghost Of Yotei1:27:46 - What is Bluepoint up to?1:31:34 - More Expedition 33 content on the way1:36:39 - Japan responds to rise of Sora AI1:44:05 - Assassin’s Creed director quits over Tencent2:04:02 - Massive Pokémon leak2:18:14 - Switch 2 console sales update2:21:34 - Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game revealed2:24:59 - The Mindseye Aftermath2:30:18 - What We’re Playing3:18:10 - Xbox’s Project Magnus and PlayStation 6 are rumored to release in 20273:55:17 - Another week of Xbox hardware drama Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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