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The Official Xbox Podcast

ByOfficial Xbox Podcast
147 episodes

Podcast Summary

* * The only podcast directly from Xbox at Microsoft * * Previously known as Major Nelson Radio Join Malik Prince, Tina Amini, Jeff Rubenstein and industry experts from inside Xbox as they discuss the latest Xbox news, share interviews with top gaming and technology personalities and give you a first hand glimpse into what it is like to work at Xbox and Microsoft. This is the only Xbox Podcast straight from the source. Listen to the official Xbox Podcast and hear what it is like to work on hardware, games and services that reach millions of gamers around the globe.

#1

Dropping In On Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4 | Official Xbox Podcast

On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at the historic El Rey Theater in Los Angeles, California to go hands on with Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3+4. We'll talk to the devs about remastering the game for a new generation, new skaters, new levels, and more.00:00 Introduction01:19 Meet Kurt and Mike of Iron Galaxy04:04 How Do You Know You Got It Right05:04 General Overview06:20 Classic Parks Remastered08:02 Waterpark!09:29 Old Memories, New Additions10:45 Skaters and Techniques13:03 Doom Slayer and Revenant14:05 Soundtrack15:42 Final Thoughts16:21 Jeff Does CrimeFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2025-05-14•16mins
#2

Deep(er) Dive Into Towerborne | Official Xbox Podcast

On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with McLaren and Trisha from Stoic to talk about all things Towerborne right before it's Xbox Game Pass and Early Access release on 4/29!00:00 Introduction02:10 Early Access Learnings09:38 More Changes16:21 Narrative Addition20:30 Feedback, Couch Co-op, and Play Anywhere26:00 What's Next30:32 Final ThoughtsFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2025-04-24•33mins
#3

Copilot Is Coming To Gaming, Xbox Play Anywhere Updates, And More | Official Xbox Podcast

On this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with Fatima Kardar and Jason Ronald to discuss Copilot for Gaming and updates to Xbox Play Anywhere, cloud gaming, and more!Please note the Copilot examples are proof of concept only. Not an actual product of their respective games.For more information go to:Xbox Wire - news.xbox.comMicrosoft Gamedev Blog - developer.microsoft.com00:00 Introduction02:18 What We're Playing04:38 Copilot for Gaming20:47 Xbox Play Anywhere26:12 Cloud Gaming27:30 Stream Your Own Games29:35 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2025-03-13•31mins
#4

WWE 2K25 Deep Dive With Superstars & Devs | Official Xbox Podcast

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're at WWE 2K25 Creator Fest in Orlando, Florida! Malik dives deep with the devs and talks with Jey Uso, Xavier Woods, and Shayna Baszler about what they're looking forward to. We're also stepping into the squared circle and getting hands on with the game.00:00 Introduction01:05 Creator Fest Tour03:24 Interview with Jey Uso05:49 Interview with Shayna Baszler08:54 Interview with Xavier Woods10:54 Gameplay13:18 Dev Interview15:03 The Island17:21 Bloodline23:52 Updates27:36 GM Mode29:09 Dev Wrap Up32:52 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2025-03-06•33mins
#5

Xbox Game Studios Update With Craig Duncan | Official Xbox Podcast

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with the head of Xbox Game Studios, Craig Duncan, to discuss Avowed, South of Midnight, multiplatform releases, Fable, and more!00:00 Introduction to Craig03:01 Avowed06:09 South of Midnight07:55 Ninja Gaiden 409:54 Clair Obscur: Expedition 3311:09 Doom: The Dark Ages12:04 Multiplatform Releases14:13 Fable17:49 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2025-02-25•19mins
#6

Deep Dive and Hands On with South of Midnight | Official Xbox Podcast

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we travel to New York City to get hands on with South of Midnight and talk to the devs from Compulsion Games about the story, art, music, and gameplay of their Southern Gothic adventure.00:00 Introduction00:36 Art Direction05:04 Story10:03 Music and Sound14:35 Gameplay25:58 Story of Empathy27:54 OutroFOLLOW XBOXFacebook:

2025-02-11•28mins
#7

Deep Dive Into Expedition 33 | Official Xbox Podcast

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we are diving deep into Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 with Sandfall Interactive's Guillaume Broche and Nicholas Maxson-Francombe. 00:00 Introduction 00:50 Sandfall Interactive 02:23 World and Story 04:52 Exploration and Combat 11:34 Skills 14:05 English Voice Cast 16:33 Art Direction 19:02 World Map 22:06 Final Thoughts FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2025-01-28•24mins
#8

Diving Deeper Into Indiana Jones and The Great Circle

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we talk to Axel Torvenius and Jens Andersson about taking the iconic Indiana Jones film franchise and translating it into the upcoming adventure-action game Indiana Jones and The Great Circle. Listen to us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts 🎧 FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-11-25•26mins

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#9

Avowed Deep Dive At Obsidian's Studios

In this episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we head to Obsidian Entertainment to play Avowed and talk to its creators about the process and passion that goes into their games and what players can expect from their upcoming game. Listen to us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts 🎧 FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-11-21•26mins
#10

Big Updates to Xbox Cloud Gaming, Friend Requests, And More

In this special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down with Ashley McKissick and Jason Beaumont of the Xbox Experiences and Platforms team to discuss all the big updates to Streaming, Xbox Home, Friend Requests, and more. Then, we get our hands on 4 accessories you can get right now from our D4X program! FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-11-20•32mins
#11

Everything Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 With #CODPOD

This week, we're joined by Miles and Stephanie of The Official Call of Duty Podcast, aka COD POD, to talk everything Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-10-22•46mins
#12

Metaphor: ReFantazio Deep Dive Interview

This week we speak to legendary director and producer, Katsura Hashino, about his latest roleplaying game, Metaphor: ReFantazio! FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-10-10•16mins
#13

Diablo IV Update, FC 25, Controllers, and More!

This week we talk to the dev teams behind Diablo IV: Vessel of Hatred and FC 25! We also dig into Starfield's update, Shattered Space, freeze in Frostpunk 2, and talk all of the latest Xbox news! 00:00 Introduction 01:52 What We're Playing 20:02 Diablo: Vessel of Hatred Interview 41:37 News of the Week 51:12 FC 25 Interview 1:05:00 Cipher Clear Controllers 1:08:24 Outro FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-10-03•1hr 9mins
#14

Tokyo Game Show 2024: News and Announcements!|

In this week's Official Xbox Podcast, we're talking to Mena Sato Kato about all of the big announcements and news from Tokyo Game Show! FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-09-26•13mins
#15

Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024: On Location at The Grand Canyon

This week, Malik traveled to Grand Canyon National Park to meet the Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024 team, get hands on with the game, and explore the Grand Canyon by land and by air - in the game, and in real life! FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-09-25•25mins
#16

Dragon Age: The Veilguard Deep Dive

This week, Jeff went down to San Francisco to talk to BioWare and get his hands on the game everyone is excited for, Dragon Age: The Veilguard! Listen to us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts 🎧 FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-09-19•20mins
#17

Of Gods and Agents

This week we're talking about Age of Mythology: Retold with Emma Bridle, recapping our time at Gamescom, digging deep into Valorant's recent release of Vyse, and all the latest Xbox news! 00:00 Introduction 02:32 Gamescom Recap 17:02 Age of Mythology: Retold 25:13 News of the Week 39:51 Interview 51:55 Razer Wolverine V3 56:10 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-09-05•57mins
#18

Deep Dive into Atomfall

This week we dive deep in the mystery and post apocalyptic world of Atomfall! 00:00 Introduction 01:06 What is Atomfall 08:12 Gameplay 23:06 Outro Listen to us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts 🎧 FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-08-29•25mins
#19

Deep Dive into Towerborne

This week we dive deep into all of the details about Stoic's newest game, Towerborne! 00:00 Introduction 00:40 Overview 06:16 Gameplay 36:42 Outro FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-08-22•37mins
#20

Star Wars Outlaws: The Hype(rspace) Is Real

This week we have a sneak peek into a galaxy far far away in Star Wars Outlaws. Then, we get the latest and greatest news on what Xbox has instore at Gamescom 2024. Finally, the hosts get nostalgic when they unbox the transparent controller, the Sky Cipher Special Edition. 00:00 Introductions 01:55 What We're Playing 11:46 Xbox News 21:55 New Releases 26:05 Next Wave of Game Pass 27:24 Updates / DLC / Events 30:00 Unboxing of Sky Cipher Special Edition 35:50 Unboxing Hyperkin Controller S 38:37 Goodbyes FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-08-01•39mins
#21

Hands on with THE Deadpool controller

The pod has a very special unboxing that celebrates the upcoming release of Deadpool & Wolverine, we have in depth interviews with the devs behind Flintlock & EA SPORTS College Football 25 while in studio, we hear about the unique partnership between State of Decay 2 and the American Red Cross. And....we find out about the new and improved Asus ROG Ally X! 00:00 Introduction 03:40 What We're Playing 15:47 News 20:20 EA SPORTS College Football 25 Interview 34:10 News Cont. 38:42 Flintlock: The Siege of Dawn 50:07 State of Decay 2 & the American Red Cross partnership 59:45 Asus ROG Ally X Interview 01:09:57 Unboxing - Deadpool's "Cheeky Controller" 01:15:25 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-07-25•1hr 16mins
#22

Dungeons of Hinterberg is NOT what we were expecting

This week Joe chats to the creative team behind Dungeons of Hinterberg, we discuss the upcoming Overwatch 2 x TRANSFORMERS Collab & the next wave of Game Pass titles. And Malik has a gaming confession.... 00:00 Introduction 03:20 What We're Playing 19:35 News of the Week 22:08 Newest wave of Game Pass titles 28:55 Updates / DLC / Events 31:25 Dungeons of Hinterberg Interview 46:40 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-07-11•52mins
#23

Our Favorite Xbox Games For Summer Travel

This week we talk about the games that are perfect for summer travel, there is a special unboxing of Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail Collector's Edition, & we hear the exciting news that you can soon play Xbox games on Amazon Fire TV! 00:00 Introduction 01:58 What We're Playing 12:56 News of the Week 21:58 What We're Playing cont. 28:36 Newest wave of Game Pass titles 30:28 SteelSeries App and Sound Profiles 34:03 Updates / DLC / Events 38:36 Unboxing Final Fantasy XIV Dawntrail Collector's Edition 41:32 Outro FOLLOW XBOXFacebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-27•43mins

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#24

Hands-on with Elden Ring's Expansion: Shadow of the Erdtree

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we hear about the latest and greatest going on in the gaming world. Jeff talks about being reminded how amazing Elden Ring is, we hear about an exciting collab between CoD & Fallout, how Still Wakes the Deep is causing ripples in new releases and Annette raves about a quacking duck. Jenn shares the latest social impact campaigns Xbox has going on in the month of June. And if thats not enough, we discuss 2024 Gamescom plans. 00:00 Introductions 04:14 What We're Playing 22:30 Xbox News 28:50 Xbox Social Impact happenings 36:00 New Releases 42:38 Newest wave of Game Pass titles 43:49 Coming new week to Game Pass 48:31 Updates / DLC / Events 49:30 Announcements 50:18 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-20•51mins
#25

Indiana Jones and the Great Circle | Xbox Games Showcase Deep Dive

On this special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we uncover even more info about Indiana Jones and the Great Circle while chatting with MachineGames Game Director Jerk Gustafsson and Production Director John Jennings. 00:00 Introduction 00:27 Interview 23:20 Goodbye Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-14•23mins
#26

World of Warcraft: The War Within | Xbox Games Showcase Deep Dive

On this special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Bethany Stout (of the WoWCast) joins us to delve into World of Warcraft: The War Within with Executive Producer Holly Longdale and Game Director Ion Hazzikostas. Check out our other deep dive episodes and stay tuned for more! 00:00 Introductions 02:25 Interview 21:54 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-13•22mins
#27

Ara: History Untold & Age of Mythology: Retold | Xbox Games Showcase Deep Dives

On this special double header episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we dive into new Ara: History Untold gameplay and learn the game’s release date from Oxide Games' President, Marc Meyer, and Xbox Game Studios' Brian Stone. Then we jump into brand new Age of Mythology: Retold gameplay with Director of Player Engagement, Emma Bridle, and Senior Director of Production, Earnest Yuen. Stay tuned for even more special podcast episodes all this week! 00:00 Introductions 01:58 Ara History Untold Interview 25:40 Age of Mythology Retold Interview 52:10 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-12•52mins
#28

Metal Gear Solid Δ: Snake Eater | Xbox Games Showcase Deep Dive

On this special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we sit down to discuss Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater with series Producer, Noriaki Okamura. Stay tuned for even more special podcast episodes all this week! 00:00 Introductions 01:26 Interview 12:11 Goodbyes Listen to us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-11•13mins
#29

Avowed | Xbox Games Showcase Deep Dive

On this special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we dive into new unseen Avowed gameplay while chatting with Game Director Carrie Patel. Stay tuned for even more special podcast episodes this week! 00:00 Introductions 00:46 Interview 25:38 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-06-10•27mins
#30

Senua's Saga: Hellblade II - On Location in Iceland

On this very special episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Malik Prince takes us to Iceland, the setting for Senua's Saga: Hellblade II, and speaks with Lara Derham and Dan Attwell of the Ninja Theory team on how they brought 10th century Iceland to life within the game. Watch the full episode on YouTube: Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-05-17•24mins
#31

IGN Indie Showcase, Elder Scrolls Online's 10th Anniversary & Little Kitty Big City

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Malik, Stein and Lex chat about the reveal of the Xbox Games Showcase. We also sat down for interviews covering IGN's ID@Xbox Digital Showcase, Elder Scrolls Online's 10th Anniversary and Little Kitty Big City's upcoming launch. 00:00 Introductions 02:17 What We're Playing 09:31 Xbox Games Showcase News 13:45 Interview - IGN, Daemon Hatfield 31:44 Interview - Elder Scrolls Online, Matt Firor 44:10 Interview - Little Kitty Big City, Matt Wood 55:29 News Continued 01:01:05 Question of the Week 01:01:41 Goodbyes Elder Scrolls Online Roadmap Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-05-02•1hr 3mins
#32

X-Men '97 custom Xbox Series X, Another Crab's Treasure & Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Jeff's joined by Ethan and Justin to unbox a custom X-Men '97 Xbox Series X and chat about all the new Game Pass games released this week. We even interviewed the folks behind Another Crab's Treasure and Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes. 00:00 Introductions 02:46 What We're Playing 09:22 Game Pass News 15:38 Interview - Another Crab's Treasure 35:59 Interview - Eiyden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes 49:27 News cont. 01:02:05 Unboxing - X-Men '97 custom Xbox Series X & controller 01:05:38 Question of the Week 01:09:42 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-04-25•1hr 10mins
#33

The Fallout TV series, Abubakar Salim on Tales of Kenzera: Zau, and more!

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Josh Stein and Martin Garcia join Jeff in studio to chat about the great new Fallout TV series, Botany Manor, "boomer shooters," and the "cheese slices" button. The cherry on top was an interview with actor Abubakar Salim on the inspiration for Tales of Kenzera: Zau and why he wanted to create a game of his own. 00:00 Introductions 01:19 What We're Watching (Fallout, X-Men 97) 07:58 What We're Playing 19:28 Game Pass News 31:21 Interview - Abubakar Salim, Tales of Kenzera: Zau 53:52 News 58:07 Question of the Week 01:02:03 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-04-18•1hr 3mins
#34

CoD Season 3, Eternal Strands and Botany Manor

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Ron Brown and Hailey Geller join Jeff to talk about everything from Botany Manor and Hollow Knight to Eternal Strands and alligator burritos. We also sat down for an interview where we learned all about the 3rd season of Call of Duty: Warzone and Warzone Mobile. 00:00 Introductions 04:16 What We're Playing 14:55 Interview - CoD: WZ Season 3 31:57 News 46:40 Question of the Week 50:26 Goodbyes Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-04-04•51mins
#35

Dragon's Dogma II and GDC 2024

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Annette Gonzalez Porter joins Jeff and Malik to talk about Dragon's Dogma II and all the fun indie games they played at GDC 2024. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 02:41 What We're Playing 18:40 News 27:38 GDC 2024 38:01 News Cont. 48:56 Question of the Week 52:50 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-03-28•53mins
#36

Dragons Dogma II, the Fallout show, CoD: Warzone Mobile & More

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, Rebecca, Ethan and Stein take over while Jeff and Tina are out of town to tell us about why they've hopped back into Fallout 76, are playing Spongebob games and getting ready for Dragon's Dogma II. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 02:06 What We're Playing 15:20 News 40:18 Question of the Week 44:15 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-03-21•45mins
#37

Halo the Series S2, MLB The Show 24 and GDC 2024

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we're joined in studio by Ethan Rothamel and Hailey Geller to chat about news like Cowboy Bebop coming to Overwatch 2, The Finals' new battle pass and more. We also have 3 interviews for you covering topics like GDC 2024, Halo's 2nd season and the launch of MLB The Show 24. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 01:49 What We're Playing 14:51 News 20:18 Interview - Xbox CVP, Lori Wright 41:04 Interview - Halo The Series, Kiki Wolfkill 01:02:17 Interview - MLB The Show 24, Ramone Russell & Ashley Sanders 01:16:32 New Releases 01:26:25 Question of the Week 01:30:03 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-03-14•1hr 30mins
#38

WWE 2K24's Launch, Xbox Partner Preview and Unboxing the new Fallout Controller

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we're joined in studio by Ethan Rothamel and Kelly Lombardi to talk about our recent Partner Preview as well as a pair of cool new Xbox controllers. We also got hyped up for this week's launch of WWE 2K24 during our interview with the game's developers. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 03:06 What We're Playing 12:09 Partner Preview Recap 24:07 News 36:47 WWE 2K24 Interview - Lynell Jinks & Bryan Williams 58:24 Unboxing - S.P.E.C.I.A.L. Xbox Wireless Controller – Fallout 01:03:03 Unboxing - PDP Victrix Pro BFG Wireless Controller for Xbox 01:06:49 Question of the Week 01:10:27 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-03-07•1hr 11mins
#39

Dune glides onto Microsoft Flight Sim & Minecraft gets official mods

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast Tina and Jeff are back in the studio together to chat with Jorg Neumann about how the Flight Sim team brought Dune's planet and iconic Ornithopter to life. We were also joined by Minecraft's Jessica Zahn who told us all about official Add-ons making their way onto Minecraft's Bedrock Edition. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 01:52 What We're Playing 09:38 News 14:25 Interview - Jessica Zahn, Minecraft 29:20 Interview - Jorg Neumann, Microsoft Flight Sim 47:54 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-02-29•48mins
#40

Talking Skull & Bones, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden and Gameheads

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we're joined by Xbox's Ethan Rothamel to chat about Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, Skull and Bones, Helldivers 2 and some more Palworld. We also spoke with Gameheads' Creator Damon Packwood about partnering with Xbox for Black History Month. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 04:31 What We're Playing 26:55 News 40:46 Interview - Damon Packwood, Gameheads 58:31 Question of the Week 01:03:14 Goodbyes Listen to us on Spotify/Apple Podcasts 🎧 Xbox Wire: Gameheads site: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-02-22•1hr 4mins
#41

Updates on the Xbox Business

Hear from Phil Spencer, Sarah Bond and Matt Booty as they share updates on the Xbox business. 00:00 Introduction 00:51 Exclusivity 05:28 How does that apply to future titles? 06:26 1st party games and Xbox Game Pass 08:20 Activision Blizzard Games are coming to Xbox Game Pass 08:53 Why isn't this a change in Xbox strategy? 10:42 How is multi-platform availability good for business? 12:36 How does Xbox want to keep up with the industry? 14:38 Gaming communities 17:41 Xbox hardware 18:48 Game libraries and preservation 20:46 What does Xbox stand for today? 22:44 Outro Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-02-15•22mins
#42

Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League, Persona 3 Reload and celebrating Anime

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we're joined by Xbox's Josh Stein and Kelly Lombardi to talk about their initial impressions of Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League. We also celebrate new Anime game releases and show off the new Vapor Series Xbox Wireless controllers. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 02:36 What We're Playing 05:20 Suicide Squad: Kill The Justice League 1st impressions 11:33 Other games we're playing 20:24 Persona 3 Reload 28:12 Anime celebration deals 35:46 News of the Week 41:57 Unboxing the new Vapor Series Xbox Wireless Controllers 46:50 Free Code Friday 48:25 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-02-01•49mins
#43

Talking with the creators: Diablo IV Season 3, TEKKEN 8 & Sea of Thieves

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we've got a jam-packed show where we're joined by What's Good Games' Brittney Brombacher, Xbox's Lex Lim and Sea of Thieves' Joe Neate. We also sit down for interviews with Diablo's Rod Fergusson to discuss Season 3 and TEKKEN 8's Michael Murray on the game's launch this week. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 03:00 What We're Playing - Like a Dragon 15:06 What else we're playing 23:08 Developer_Direct recap 29:46 Rod Fergusson, Diablo IV S3 Interview 46:22 What everyone is up to 52:36 Sea of Thieves S11 with Joe Neate 01:08:18 Michael Murray, TEKKEN 8 interview 01:20:00 ID@Xbox Indie Selects 01:22:07 Question of the Week 01:24:26 Goodbyes Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-01-25•1hr 26mins
#44

Avowed Extended Gameplay Breakdown with Obsidian

On this bonus episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we dive into even more Avowed gameplay while chatting with Game Director Carrie Patel and Gameplay Director Gabe Paramo. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 01:25 What makes Avowed an Obsidian game? 03:19 Mission location 05:19 Combat and weapon loadouts 10:14 Crowd control and elemental damage 12:49 Branching dialogs and companions 16:16 What is Shatterskarp 19:07 What it's like developing the game 22:39 What the Avowed title means 23:43 Final thoughts & goodbye Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-01-22•25mins
#45

Xbox Developer_Direct, Save Scumming & Looking Forward to 2024

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we chat about what we did and what games we played over the holiday break, the upcoming Developer_Direct and what we're looking forward to in 2024. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 00:52 What we did during the break 05:46 What We're Playing 17:58 News of the Week 44:54 Free Code Friday & Goodbye Note: There will be no podcast next week due to the Developer_Direct. We'll be back on 1/25! Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2024-01-11•50mins
#46

Baldur's Gate 3 comes to Xbox and our holiday gift ideas

On this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast we're excited to have Adam Smith, Larian Studio's Lead Writer, on to talk all about Baldur's Gate 3 on Xbox. Also, the gang is joined by Joe Skrebels, Xbox Wire's Editor-in-Chief, to talk all about The Game Awards, our Xbox Year-in-Reviews and what we're playing over the holidays. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 02:25 What We're Playing 24:31 News of the Week 41:44 Our Xbox Year in Reviews 47:48 Baldur's Gate 3 Interview - Adam Smith 01:11:45 Xbox Cloud Gaming on Meta Quest 3 01:14:41 Designed for Xbox Accessories Showcase 01:22:13 Free Code Friday & Goodbye Note: This is our final episode of 2023! We'll be back in January. Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2023-12-15•1hr 26mins
#47

Call of Duty: Warzone Season 1, Halo Infinite & Cyberpunk 2077's Major Updates

This week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast is chonky. Malik joins Jeff to talk about Rollerdrome, Halo Infinite and Sea of Thieves. Plus, we also had in-depth interviews with both the Cyberpunk 2077 and Call of Duty: Warzone teams about their major updates. Enjoy! 00:00 Introductions 02:09 What We're Playing 10:00 News of the Week 22:45 CoD Warzone Interview - Ted Timmins 43:01 Cyberpunk 2077 Interview - Monika Janowska 59:27 Free Code Friday & Goodbye 01:04:48 Bonus Cyberpunk 2077 SPOILER Question Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2023-12-07•1hr 11mins
#48

SteamWorld, Thirsty Suitors and Building our own Xbox 360

In this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're joined by Xbox's own Annette Gonzalez Porter and Josh Stein. We talk about what games we're playing, the best go to comfort games and check out a completed Mega Bloks Xbox 360. 00:00 Introductions 05:35 What We're Playing 17:34 ID@Xbox Developer Acceleration Program 23:50 Xbox Social Team Projects 32:06 News of the Week 47:18 What's your favorite comfort game? 49:48 Mega Bloks Xbox 360 Show & Tell 53:45 Goodbye Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2023-11-30•54mins
#49

Forza Game Awards nominations and taste testing edible Wonka Xbox controllers

In this week's episode of the Official Xbox Podcast, we're joined by the Studio Head of Turn 10 Studios, Dan Greenawalt, to talk about Forza Motorsport's Game Awards nominations. Plus, Social Marketing Manager, Hailey Geller, brought us a custom Wonka themed Xbox and a chocolate controller! 00:00 Introduction 02:08 What We're Playing 05:40 The Game Awards nominations 14:35 Forza Studio Head - Dan Greenawalt interview 30:39 News of the Week 53:05 Unboxing custom Wonka Xbox + edible controller 58:43 Goodbye Wonka Tweet: Watch us on YouTube 🎧 Xbox Wire: FOLLOW XBOX Facebook: Twitter: Instagram:

2023-11-17•59mins

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