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Fred’s nearing the end of Metro Awakening (Chapter 10!) and wrapping up his journey with Darkest Dungeon 2, finally tackling the last confession. Jake? He’s still deep into Indiana Jones and the Great Circle—on Game Pass, naturally.This week, we’re diving into our PlayStation Wrapped for 2024! Fred and Jake both played 35 games this year, with Fred’s journey starting with Final Fantasy XVI and ending with Darkest Dungeon 2. His top games include 90 hours in Darkest Dungeon 2, 39 hours in Helldivers 2, and 34 hours in FFXVI. Jake’s list is, well, under wraps for now, but we know his 512 hours of gaming outpaced Fred’s 285.Fred’s role-playing gaming style saw him snag 263 trophies this year, with A Fine Hound from FFXVI as his first and The Last Confession trophy in DD2 closing out the year. No Platinums for Fred, but 8 Golds aren’t too shabby.In the news, CD Projekt Red confirmed that Ciri will take center stage in The Witcher 4, though specifics about platform support remain under wraps. Mark Cerny hinted at

PS This is Awesome: Episode 356Fred’s nearing the end of Metro Awakening (now on Chapter 10), revisiting TLOU Part II on PS5, and still deep into Darkest Dungeon 2. Meanwhile, Jake’s checking out Indiana Jones and the Great Circle—but on Game Pass (we forgive him).This week’s show is all about The Game Awards 2024, and there’s plenty to unpack! Astro Bot took home Game of the Year, which feels like a well-deserved win. Naughty Dog dropped jaws with Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet, and Helldivers 2 got a big update—“Omens of Tyranny”—complete with a DualSense tie-in and a fresh surge in player numbers.We also saw trailers for some massive games: The Witcher 4, Elden Ring: Nightreign (a co-op spinoff coming in 2025), and Outer Worlds 2 (confirmed for PS5!). Mafia: The Old Country takes us to Sicily in the 1900s, Midnight Murder Club brings suspenseful 6-player shooter vibes, and Hazelight’s Split Fiction blends co-op sci-fi and fantasy in a mind-bending way. Capcom surprised us with Onimusha: Way of the Swor

PS This is Awesome: Episode 355This week, Fred’s diving deeper into Metro Awakening (now on Chapter 8), revisiting TLOU Part II on PS5, and exploring the depths of Darkest Dungeon 2. Jake finally conquered COD Black Ops 6 but is still spending quality time with Metaphor: ReFantazio and Half-Life: Alyx.We’ve also put together a PlayStation gift guide just in time for the holidays. From consoles to accessories, PS Plus subscriptions, and even merch, we share plenty of ideas to make the gamers in your life smile—without breaking the bank.In other news, Indiana Jones and The Great Circle is getting fantastic early buzz, though PS5 players will have to wait a bit. We also speculate on what surprises might be in store at the Game Awards next week and share some thoughts on Black Ops 6 multiplayer going free for a week. Plus, Sony’s hinting at hand tracking for PSVR2, and there’s a free Gran Turismo 7 game that’s definitely worth checking out. Ubisoft, on the other hand, is shuttering XDefiant and processing refunds

PS This is Awesome: Episode 354 Fred is working through Metro Awakening (Chapter 6), The Last of Us Part II PS5 version, and Darkest Dungeon 2. Jake continues Metaphor: Refantazio, COD Black Ops 6, and Half-Life: Alyx.This week, we talk about the animated anthology series Secret Level, inspired by games like SIFU, Pac-Man, and Armored Core, arriving on Amazon in December. Plus, the GTA 6 second trailer is teased, and December’s PS Plus games include It Takes Two and Aliens: Dark Descent.Shuhei Yoshida has resigned after 31 years with PlayStation, leaving behind an incredible legacy of creativity. We also cover Space Marines 2's December update, Cyberpunk 2077's incredible 30M sales milestone, and The Witcher 4 entering full production.Naughty Dog’s Troy Baker is starring in a new untitled PS5 game. Join us for all this and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get

PS This is Awesome: Episode 353 SummaryFred is playing Metro Awakening, the PS5 version of The Last of Us Part II, and gave Bloodborne a try through PlayStation Stars, while Jake sticks with Metaphor: Refantazio.This week’s news includes Black Friday PlayStation deals like PSVR2 bundles for $349, Elden Ring for $19.99, and a 2TB SSD for $159.99. Sony is rumored to be working on a new handheld inspired by the PS Portal's success.IO Interactive is removing all Conor McGregor content from Hitman 3 following his conviction. Meanwhile, Sony may buy Kadokawa, potentially gaining a majority stake in FromSoftware along with Chunsoft and Acquire (Danganronpa, Octopath Traveler).Tune in for our thoughts on these stories and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of

In Episode 352, Fred has wrapped up Dead Space Remake but hasn’t yet returned to Metro Awakening, while Jake continues to explore the depths of Metaphor: Refantazio.On the news front, we’re seeing good traffic from YouTube Shorts but struggling to convert viewers into subscribers. We discuss the strategy moving forward and whether it’s worth doubling down on Shorts. PlayStation Plus Premium is adding Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2 for streaming, much to the delight of fans of the iconic series.In Horizon-related news, Tim Russ, best known as Tuvok from Star Trek: Voyager, will voice Sylens in LEGO adaptations—a touching continuation of the late Lance Reddick’s work. We also take a look at the gameplay loop for ARC Raiders and dive into the controversy surrounding the Game Awards, which has allowed DLCs and remasters like Elden Ring’s DLC to compete for Game of the Year nominations.Tune in for thoughts on these topics, our gaming impressions, and more! Don’t forget to subscribe and join the conversat

PS This is Awesome: Episode 351 SummaryThis week, Fred has Dead Space Remake on hold while diving into Metro Awakening, Astro Bot, Tetris Effect, and he just finished TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge! Jake is still deeply engaged with Metaphor: Refantazio.In the news, we discuss Sony’s latest reflection on project timelines and quality control for titles like Concord, which PlayStation President Hiroki Totoki recently acknowledged could’ve benefited from earlier testing gates. We’re also celebrating the Grammys adding a category for Best Score Soundtrack for Video Games, with Spider-Man 2 and GOW Valhalla among the nominees. Plus, Sony will end production of the PS4 Camera Adapter for PS5 on November 26th.Finally, we reflect on the recent Death Stranding release for Xbox Series X/S on its fifth anniversary and consider the seamless wave of PS5 Pro patches. Could Sony have prepared for this update well in advance?New and longtime listeners, don’t miss this episode full of insights and game impressions!By joining our P

PS This is Awesome Episode 350In this episode, Fred continues through Dead Space Remake, now seven hours in and up to Chapter 6, while Jake is immersed in Metaphor: Refantazio and COD 6. We discuss Sony’s upcoming PS5 Pro launch, which includes an official list of enhanced titles that will display “PS5 Pro Enhanced” labels on physical copies.In other news, despite critical acclaim, Alan Wake 2 hasn’t turned a profit yet, leaving fans concerned. This holiday season, Sony is launching a Fortnite Console Bundle featuring V-Bucks and exclusive in-game cosmetics. Meanwhile, EA’s popular Dragon Age: The Veilguard won’t be receiving post-launch DLC as BioWare shifts focus to the next Mass Effect. With the imminent release of Metro Awakening on PSVR2, we discuss the potential for Sony to explore more narrative-driven first-person games on VR.New releases this week include Demons of Asteborg, Planet Coaster 2, Metro Awakening, and Goat Simulator Remastered. Tune in as we cover all this and more!By joining our Patreon

In this week’s episode, Fred has completed The Casting of Frank Stone and moved on to Dead Space Remake, where he's about 5 hours in and on Chapter 4. Meanwhile, Jake is diving into COD 6 and Metaphor: ReFantazio. Plus, we have listener feedback from Prescript_N, who shares his experience from the When We Were Young Festival in Vegas, including sets by Hawthorne Heights and Underoath—throwing us back to the early 2000s emo/punk era.In the news, we discuss the November PS Plus lineup, featuring Ghostwire: Tokyo, Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged, and Death Note: Killer Within. In troubling developments, QA testers for COD 6 faced demands to return to in-office work, leading to a walkout of around 30 Activision employees citing health concerns.Sony has shut down Firewalk Studios following the release of Concord, as well as Neon Koi, which unfortunately didn’t release any games before closure. In lighter news, a PlayStation gamer made headlines for pre-purchasing PS Plus up to the year 2048—dropping over $2k

PS This is Awesome: Episode 348In this week's episode, Fred is diving into The Casting of Frank Stone, with plans to return to Astro Bot once October ends. Jake's current gaming updates will be revealed during the show.In the news, Black Ops 6 is confirmed to not have a Platinum trophy, which isn’t uncommon for COD games. The game drops on 10/25. Filming for Fallout Season 2 will begin soon, and Alan Wake 2 is receiving a major update called The Anniversary Update on 10/22, which includes new features like gyro aiming, expanded PS5 haptics, and the ability to invert the X-axis.In other news, Horizon fans will see the role of Sylens recast after Lance Reddick's passing, with rumors pointing to Keith David as the potential replacement. Meanwhile, Hazelight Studios is teasing their next game, which may be called Split Fiction, and Phasmophobia is finally hitting the PS5 just in time for Halloween, with a release date of 10/29.We also talk about the pricing of Clair Obscure: Expedition 33 at $50 for its first gam

In this week's episode, Fred is still playing Astro Bot but gearing up for The Casting of Frank Stone, while Jake has picked up Metaphor: ReFantazio. We also have listener feedback, with Ryan from Australia sending in a voice message!In the news, we take a quiz from Push Square to test our PlayStation knowledge and talk about the continued success of the Silent Hill 2 Remake. We discuss reports that Tencent considered buying out Ubisoft, and we break down the top downloads for September 2024 on the PlayStation Store in the USA.As for new games, releases include Darksiders 2 Deathinitive Edition, NEVA, Squirrel with a Gun, 8-Bit Adventures 2, and A Quiet Place: The Road Ahead. Plus, exciting titles like MechWarrior 5: Clans, TMNT: Mutants Unleashed, and Unknown 9: Awakening are all coming soon.Tune in for all this and more as we dive into the latest PlayStation news and games!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to list

PS This is Awesome: Episode 346In this week's episode, Fred is still enjoying the fun and charm of Astro Bot, while Jake has finished Space Marines 2, earned a Platinum trophy in Astro Bot, and is now trying out the Metaphor: ReFantazio demo.For the news, an Alien Isolation sequel has officially been announced, and the long-awaited Until Dawn movie has wrapped filming. Metaphor: ReFantazio and the Silent Hill remake are both receiving rave reviews. We also dive into Digital Foundry's comparison videos between the PS5 Pro and the standard PS5. In unfortunate news, Red Barrels, the developers behind Outlast, were hacked, with over 2TB of data being held for ransom. Lastly, we discuss the release of Metro Awakening, set for November 7th.Tune in for all this and more as we break down the latest in the PlayStation world!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the

In Episode 345, Fred has wrapped up Space Marines 2 and is now enjoying the whimsical world of Astro Bot, while Jake continues his journey through Space Marines 2.In the news, we recap everything announced at the recent State of Play, including October’s PS Plus lineup featuring Dead Space Remake, WWE 2K24, and Doki Doki Literature Club. We also talk about Jason Schreier’s scoop that Guerilla Games is working on Horizon Online as their next big project, though it’s not Horizon 3.We also cover the Tokyo Game Show highlights, including the reveal of Death Stranding 2, which introduced a unique photo mode that will impact the story. In addition, Assassin’s Creed Shadows has been delayed on PS5 until February 14th, and the PS5 Pro hasn’t sold out yet—we're not sure what that means for its launch.Finally, we test our PlayStation knowledge with the latest quiz from Push Square. Join us for all this and more!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early A

PS This is Awesome: Episode 344In this week's episode, Fred and Jake are both deep into Space Marines 2 and share their thoughts on the game so far.On the news front, we dive into the exciting announcement of PlayStation’s 30th Anniversary event on September 26th, featuring jaw-dropping PS5 Pro consoles and accessories. We discuss the leaked prices of the upcoming PS5 Slim and DualSense controllers and the outrageous prices scalpers are asking for limited-edition consoles. We also cover the confirmed State of Play happening on 9/24/24, and Jeff Grubb’s hint that a Days Gone remaster might be showcased.Other stories include connectivity updates and balance changes for Space Marines 2, a new teaser from Battlefield fans, and an update on Blade Runner 2033: Labyrinth despite its entire dev team’s departure. Plus, we test our PlayStation knowledge with another quiz from Push Square.Lastly, we highlight some new game releases coming between September 23rd and 27th, including Anarkade, Beyond Galaxyland, Disney Epi

PS This is Awesome: Episode 343In this episode, we're all about Space Marines 2! Fred tackles more of the chaos, while also dipping into the first two levels of Astro Bot. Jake continues his campaign in Space Marines 2 and explores the VR realm with Half-Life Alyx. LJ joins the fun with Astro Bot and a bit of Space Marines 2 as well.For the news, the PS6 is already deep in development, with AMD once again securing the CPU contract. We break down the latest PS Plus Game Catalog additions for September, including titles like The Plucky Squire, Night in the Woods, Chernobylite, and more. We also discuss Skate entering early access next year, Minecraft developer 4J Studios' new survival sandbox game, and Final Fantasy 16 launching on PC with a request for modding restraint from producer Yoshi-P. Plus, we explore how Final Fantasy 7 Remake Part 3 promises not to "betray" fans of the original.We also dive into Astro Bot's impressive launch, the new PS5 firmware updates, and the rumored State of Play coming later th

Episode 342 - PS5 Pro Reveal Discussion This week, Fred dives into the chaos of Warhammer 40,000: Space Marines 2 and takes a break with AstroBot, while Jake finishes Crisis Core and joins the action with Space Marines 2 as well.In the news, the PS5 Pro has officially been announced, with a hefty $700 price tag and a November release date. We also talk about Sony’s decision to increase the price of PS5 controllers in the US, Europe, and more.Tune in for our thoughts on these updates and plenty more PlayStation chatter!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shout out during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive

PS This is Awesome: Episode 341In this week's episode, we dive into what we're playing, with Fred getting lost in the dark world of Darkest Dungeon 2 and picking up The Casting of Frank Stone, while Jake revisits an old favorite with Final Fantasy VII Crisis Core Reunion.On the news front, Warhammer 40,000: Space Marines 2 earns an impressive 9/10 from PushSquare, while Concord has officially flopped, being axed just two weeks after release. We also discuss Warner Bros’ focus on Hogwarts Legacy 2, positive internal buzz for Fairgame$, and the latest PS Plus titles including Harry Potter: Quidditch Champions, MLB The Show 24, and Little Nightmares II. Plus, we touch on the layoffs at Ballistic Moon before the launch of the Until Dawn Remake, and speculate on early design drawings for the PS5 Pro.We round things off with a PlayStation quiz from PushSquare – think you can beat us?By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:Early Access: Be the first to li

In Episode 340 of PS THIS IS AWESOME!, Fred dives deeper into the dark with Darkest Dungeon 2, while Jake revisits a beloved classic with Final Fantasy Crisis Core Reunion. We break down all the exciting reveals from Gamescom 2024, including the eerie new project from Tarsier Studios, Reanimal, and the thrilling confirmation that Troy Baker will don the fedora as Indiana Jones in The Great Circle on PS5.But that’s not all—rumors are swirling about a September State of Play, which could include a PS5 Pro reveal. We also discuss the surprising news that Crash 5 was shelved to focus on live-service games and the massive success of Black Myth, which sold 10 million copies in just three days. Plus, there’s more Death Stranding 2 content coming to Tokyo Game Show, and a Lara Croft Netflix animation dropping in October.Tune in as we cover all this and more, and get ready for another action-packed episode!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benef

In Episode 339 of PS THIS IS AWESOME, Fred and Jake dive into the latest PlayStation news and share what they’ve been playing. Fred’s been grinding through Darkest Dungeon 2 and finally took down the second boss, while Jake’s been checking out The First Descendant.This week’s news roundup includes a new PlayStation quiz on Push Square, updates on the upcoming Indiana Jones game, and a first look at Crimson Desert gameplay on PS5. The guys also discuss the upcoming release of Astro Bot, the price tag for the Until Dawn PS5 remake, and the new FlatOut game coming to PSVR2. Plus, they touch on the Arizona Sunshine VR2 remake dropping in October and the latest developments with Helldivers 2.Lastly, they reflect on the 10-year anniversary of P.T., the game that still haunts the PlayStation community. Don’t miss this episode filled with insights, opinions, and a whole lot of PlayStation love!By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefit

In Episode 338 of "PS THIS IS AWESOME," Fred talks about his continued adventures in "Darkest Dungeon 2" after beating the second boss, and how he’s been getting the hang of his new racing wheel. Jake shares his experiences with "Gran Turismo 7," "Beat Saber," and a few other games.This week in the news, "Alan Wake 2" hasn’t yet turned a profit for Remedy, though the first DLC expansion, "Night Springs," is now available. The long-forgotten game "WILD" that was once shown at Gamescom has officially been shelved. Meanwhile, "Dragon Age: Veilguard" will limit players to controlling only one character to increase the action per minute, according to Bioware.In other news, "Twisted Metal" Season 2 is currently being filmed, though Fred admits he hasn’t watched the first season yet. On the business side, Meta is closing down Ready at Dawn, while Sony is releasing an adapter for PSVR2 to enable PC connection, a feature they considered from the start."Final Fantasy VII Rebirth" will bring back the in-game card game,