Summary: This week's gaming news includes a disappointing update on Fallout 5, a look at an upcoming John Wick-style game called Blackwood, and discussions around Xbox's future hardware and exclusivity philosophy. Also highlighted are new game releases, including Jurassic World Evolution 3, Ninja Gaiden 4, Dispatch, and The Outer Worlds 2, alongside updates for Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora and Battlefield 6. The host encourages viewer interaction on these topics and current games they are playing.
Fallout 5 Update and Anniversary Content #
- Bethesda's Fallout Anniversary Presentation:
- Featured new Fallout Shelter content.
- Showcased Fallout 76 content ("Burning Springs") featuring the Ghoul from the Amazon TV show.
- Fallout 4 Anniversary Edition:
- Releasing November 10th for its 10th anniversary.
- Includes all DLC, expansions, and Creation Club content.
- Will be available on major consoles, including the rumored Nintendo Switch 2.
- Fallout New Vegas 15th Anniversary:
- A bundle will be released, including the game and merchandise (not a remaster).
- Todd Howard's Statement on New Fallout Content:
- Received a vague quote from Todd Howard acknowledging fan requests and stating they are "working on even more" and will share when ready.
- This is considered the "big Fallout 5 update," indicating nothing new is coming soon.
- Mentioned that a new Elder Scrolls game is in development, suggesting Fallout 5 is further away.
- Discussed the idea of other studios working on Fallout titles.
- Expressed surprise that no full game was ready despite the Amazon TV series' popularity.
Blackwood (John Wick-style Game) #
- Concept: A third-person shooter featuring a DVD store owner by day and John Wick-style assassin by night in New York.
- Visuals/Gameplay: Described as "jacked up" and rough, suggesting it's from a small studio.
- Skepticism: Caution advised due to experiences with games like "The Day Before."
- Developer Background: The studio previously made "Zero Hour" (a tactical first-person shooter) in 2024, which received "okay to fairly well" reception.
- Viral Attention: The game has garnered significant online attention.
Other Game Previews and Updates #
- Silver Pines: A 2D, low-fi game with a Twin Peaks/X-Files/Silent Hill aesthetic, praised for its presentation and art style.
- Mouse PI for Hire: An old-timey cartoon-style black-and-white first-person shooter, now with a release date of March 19th, 2026.
- Battlefield 6: Still "going strong" with new content (map) arriving October 28th, and rumors of a battle royale mode coming soon.
- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora: Receiving a substantial update on December 5th, adding a third-person mode, showcased in a new trailer.
Xbox Hardware and Exclusivity #
- ROG Ally X: Mentioned as a Windows-based handheld device.
- Future Xbox Hardware:
- Sarah Bond, President of Xbox, stated the "nextG console is going to be a very premium, very high-end curated experience."
- Suggested that the thinking seen in their handheld devices (like Ally X) will influence the next console.
- Implied a shift towards more hardware collaboration and an open, PC-based storefront.
- Rumored release around 2027, aligning with PS6 possibilities.
- Xbox Exclusivity Stance:
- Sarah Bond's quote: "The idea of locking it to one store or one device is antiquated for most people."
- This statement sparked online discourse.
- Bond clarified by referencing popular multi-platform games like Call of Duty, Minecraft, Fortnite, and Roblox as examples of games that are "everywhere," which Xbox aims to follow.
- Halo Studios Event: An upcoming event revealing Halo updates, to be discussed next week.
New Releases This Week #
- Pokemon Legends ZA: Release from last week, with a "before you buy" segment this week.
- Jurassic World Evolution 3: Released this week, seen as a good sequel for fans of the first game.
- Ninja Gaiden 4: Praised by the team, marking a return for the series.
- Dispatch: An episodic game in the spirit of Telltale Games, receiving positive reception.
- Vampire the Masquerade Bloodlines 2: A follow-up from last week; described as a not-great sequel but with a "weird charm."
- The Outer Worlds 2: Obsidian's new RPG, considered a return to form, with improved shooting and dialogue, catering to fans of the first game.
Looking Ahead to Next Week #
- Arc Raiders: Expected to drop next week, with plans to cover it.
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