Destin Legarie Podcast | Save State Plus

Exodus just dropped new gameplay, and it’s starting to look like something special.From the narrative choices to the sci-fi world design, this RPG is giving off serious Mass Effect energy — but with its own unique twist. After seeing the latest footage, I’m way more interested than I expected to be.So what stands out? And could Exodus actually deliver on the hype?Here’s my full gameplay recap and impressions.#Exodus #GamingNews #RPG

Nintendo is reportedly cutting Switch 2 production by over 30% after weaker-than-expected holiday sales, especially in the United States. According to Bloomberg, output is dropping from around 6 million units to 4 million this quarter as demand slows.But that’s not the only issue. Nintendo is also dealing with U.S. tariffs, rising costs, legal battles, and even a revoked patent—raising questions about the long-term outlook for the Switch 2.So what’s really going on with Nintendo right now? Is this just a temporary slowdown, or something bigger?Let’s break it down.

State of Decay 3 is still alive, according to Xbox — but fans are still waiting to get into the Alpha officially.After years of silence, Xbox Game Studios says the long-awaited zombie survival game is “coming along really well,” with leadership confirming they’ve played it multiple times. But despite being announced back in 2020, we still don’t have a release date, gameplay deep dive, or even a clear window.At the same time, Xbox is juggling a massive lineup, Blizzard is reportedly working on a new open-world shooter, and questions are starting to build around what’s actually ready.So what’s going on with State of Decay 3? Is it close… or still years away?Let’s break it down.

PlayStation is facing backlash after a series of major decisions are all hitting at once. Sony shut down Bluepoint Games, raised PS5 prices, and then announced the acquisition of AI company Cinemersive Labs all within days of each other.

Bluepoint, known for Demon’s Souls and Shadow of the Colossus, has been closed despite years under PlayStation, while Sony continues broader restructuring across its studios. At the same time, PS5 prices have increased significantly, with the PS5 Pro reportedly hitting new highs.

Now, Sony is investing in AI and machine learning tech to improve visuals and rendering, bringing Cinemersive Labs into its R&D division to “enhance gameplay visuals” and push next-gen fidelity.

So what does this say about PlayStation’s strategy? Are resources shifting away from developers and toward AI and tech investment? And how are fans reacting?

Let’s break it down.

Bungie’s Marathon is off to a rocky start, with player counts dropping and mixed reception across platforms. But despite the early struggles, Bungie says it’s committed to supporting Marathon for years to come.From performance issues on PC to player feedback and long-term live service plans, this could be a make-or-break moment for Bungie’s next big franchise.Is Marathon another live service misfire… or can it recover?#marathon #bungie #gamingnewsSubscribe