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  • Sony Flushes Bluepoint Away - Easy Allies Podcast - February 20th, 2026

    Sony Flushes Bluepoint Away - Easy Allies Podcast - February 20th, 2026
    Feb 22 2026
    Ep 515 - Five years after purchasing the celebrated Bluepoint Games, Sony flushes them down the drain. In lighter news, Blood is back to share stories from DICE, and we have impressions of Mario Tennis Fever, Demon Tides, Scott Pilgrim, and more! Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-sony-151223167 00:00 - Intro 04:38 - .hack//Z.E.R.O. Revealed! 09:13 - Layers of Fear 3 Announced 13:22 - The Escapist Replaced by AI 18:44 - Sony Closes Bluepoint Games 39:14 - DICE Awards and Stories from Bloodworth 47:50 - A Word From Our Sponsors 50:14 - My One Piece 54:57 - My One Thing 01:01:06 - Mario Tennis Fever Impressions 01:11:45 - Awaysis Preview 01:18:01 - Scott Pilgrim EX Demo Impressions 01:27:23 - Demon Tides Impressions 01:33:38 - L&R: What Next? 01:39:04 - L&R: A Resident Evil Pairing 01:43:43 - L&R: Olympic Video Games 01:50:24 - Bets 01:56:47 - Closing Go to https://www.shopify.com/allies for a one-dollar-per-month trial period to grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Check out the game Blood's launching this week, Horripilant: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3525970/Horripilant/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 h et 6 min
  • State of Play and Introducing Ironroot Games - Easy Allies Podcast - February 13th, 2026

    State of Play and Introducing Ironroot Games - Easy Allies Podcast - February 13th, 2026
    Feb 15 2026
    Ep 514 - Sony brought the goods with the first State of Play for 2026, including God of War, Castlevania, Silent Hill, and more. We share our thoughts on Reanimal and Romeo is a Dead Man. Plus, we're joined by Quentin Cobb and Elaine Gomez for an excellent chat about their new studio Ironroot Games. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-state-150717880 00:00 - Intro 03:35 - State of Play Highlights 50:05 - Riot and Wildlight Layoffs 01:04:23 - Remedy Gets a New CEO 01:11:08 - Baldur's Gate Gets a TV Show 01:15:03 - My One Thing 01:20:37 - Yakuza Kiwami 3 and Dark Ties Impressions 01:32:33 - Romeo is a Dead Man Impressions 01:39:22 - Reanimal Impressions 01:47:33 - Meet Ironroot Games - Interview 02:42:11 - L&R: Favorite Love Stories 02:47:15 - L&R: What Needs a Sequel? 02:54:53 - L&R: First Time with a Classic 03:07:18 - Bets 03:11:01 - Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    3 h et 20 min
  • Nioh 3, Orbitals, and Jetpack Cat - Easy Allies Podcast - February 6th, 2026

    Nioh 3, Orbitals, and Jetpack Cat - Easy Allies Podcast - February 6th, 2026
    Feb 8 2026
    Ep 513 - Isla's been having a great time in Nioh 3. Overwatch has dropped the 2 and picked up Jetpack Cat. And the latest Nintendo Direct has a gorgeous new exclusive, as well as some dino goodness. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-nioh-3-150079202 00:00 - Intro 01:50 - Nintendo Partner Direct Highlights 27:55 - Resident Evil Live Action Trailer 33:26 - Horizon Hunters Gathering 40:26 - Big Moves for Overwatch 47:46 - Podracing Confirmed 50:16 - A Word From Our Sponsors 56:13 - Switch is the Best-Selling Nintendo Console 01:00:22 - PlayStation Financial Report 01:01:53 - Sony Patents AI-Powered Podcasts 01:05:40 - Austin Wintory Won a Grammy 01:06:16 - My One Thing 01:13:45 - Nioh 3 Impressions 01:35:49 - L&R: Heartfelt Memories 01:38:24 - L&R: Call it a Comeback 01:46:11 - L&R: PTO-Worthy Releases 01:52:40 - Bets 01:57:34 - Closing Go to https://www.shopify.com/allies for a one-dollar-per-month trial period to grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Go to https://www.factormeals.com/allies50off and use code ALLIES50OFF to get 50 percent off and free breakfast for a year. This episode brought to you by “INTERIMAGERY” the new album by songwriter/producer Jens Goedhart https://linktr.ee/JensGoedhart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 h et 1 min
  • The Highs and Lows of Highguard - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 30, 2026

    The Highs and Lows of Highguard - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 30, 2026
    Feb 1 2026
    Ep 512 - We weigh in with our thoughts on the first few days of Highguard. Huntdown: Overtime has Don's eyes lighting up. Dispatch has questionable censorship on Switch 2, and our patrons list the Top 10 Babies. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-highs-149486539 00:00 - Intro 03:06 - Huntdown: Overtime Announced 16:46 - Most Popular Platforms Among Devs 21:15 - Ubisoft Unions Call for Strike 30:25 - Dispatch Censored on Switch 2 38:21 - A Word From Our Sponsors 39:39 - Top 10 Babies 50:34 - My One Thing 01:02:50 - Highguard Impressions 01:17:48 - Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance Impressions 01:33:23 - L&R: Contest Prizes 01:40:49 - L&R: Winning Genre Combos 01:49:38 - L&R: 3DS Favorites 02:00:23 - Bets 02:05:29 - Closing This episode brought to you by “INTERIMAGERY” the new album by songwriter/producer Jens Goedhart https://linktr.ee/JensGoedhart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 h et 16 min
  • Forza Horizon 6, Fable, and Life is Strange - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 23, 2026

    Forza Horizon 6, Fable, and Life is Strange - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 23, 2026
    Jan 25 2026
    Ep 511 - Xbox's annual Developer Direct offers a strong look at four promising new games for 2026. Square Enix cashes out with one more Life is Strange. Ubisoft cancels Prince of Persia, and we check out the December sales charts. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-forza-6-148917620 00:00 - Intro 02:37 - Life is Strange: Reunion 16:53 - Ubisoft Cancellations and Restructuring 35:17 - Forza Horizon 6 39:52 - Beast of Reincarnation 45:36 - Kiln 52:09 - Fable 01:00:53 - A Word from Our Sponsors 01:04:00 - December Sales Report 01:18:26 - My One Thing 01:27:41 - L&R: Germany's Top Selling of 2025 01:32:06 - L&R: The Best Button 01:37:54 - L&R: Outside the Box 01:44:00 - Bets 01:52:46 - Closing Go to https://www.shopify.com/allies for a one-dollar-per-month trial period to grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. This episode brought to you by “INTERIMAGERY” the new album by songwriter/producer Jens Goedhart https://linktr.ee/JensGoedhart Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 h et 2 min
  • Winter Game Preview - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 16, 2026

    Winter Game Preview - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 16, 2026
    Jan 18 2026
    Ep 510 - A new year has come, and it's time for us to start looking forward to what's next, including an all new Resident Evil, the next game from Grasshopper Manufacture, Reanimal, Replaced, Mouse, and more. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-winter-148349449 00:00 - Intro 01:54 - Kratos Has Been Cast 05:56 - January Game Preview 29:47 - February Game Preview 01:10:36 - A Word From Our Sponsors 01:11:50 - March Game Preview 01:41:00 - My One Thing 01:48:39- L&R: Date Night 01:55:09 - L&R Game: Casting Keanu 02:04:48 - L&R: Most Anticipated 2026 02:12:04 - Bets 02:22:40 - Closing This episode brought to you by “INTERIMAGERY” the new album by songwriter/producer Jens Goedhart https://linktr.ee/JensGoedhart Winter Game Preview Timestamps: (Thanks to PateOfCourse) January: 5:56 - Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition 7:56 - The Legend of Heroes: Trails Beyond the Horizon / DeadCore Redux 8:12 - BrokenLore: Unfollow 9:49 - GHOST CAM / On-Together: Virtual Co-Working / Blightstone 10:02 - Escape from Ever After 11:52 - Highguard 15:48 - Speedball 17:54 - Dispatch (Switch and Switch 2) 18:29 - Cairn 22:40 - Don't Stop, Girlypop! 24:35 - Code Vein II 27:14 - Vampires: Bloodlord Rising 29:39 - Front Mission 3 Remake February: 29:47 - Dragon Quest VII Reimagined 33:11 - Nioh 3 37:20 - Romeo is a Dead Man 39:46 - Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties 43:55 - Mario Tennis Fever 47:24 - Ride 6 49:24 - ChromaGun 2: Dye Hard 51:26 - High on Life 2 52:35 - Reanimal 54:57 - ASTROBOTANICA 55:06 - Styx: Blades of Greed 55:57 - Ys X: Proud Nordics 56:05 - Tokyo Xtreme Racer (PS5) 1:03:11 - Towerborne 1:05:21 - Tales of Berseria Remastered 1:05:36 - Resident Evil Requiem March: 1:12:01 - World of Warcraft: Midnight 1:16:17 - Coffee Talk Tokyo / Pokémon Pokopia 1:17:57 - John Carpenter's Toxic Commando 1:19:49 - Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake 1:21:22 - Replaced 1:24:31 - Solasta II 1:24:58 - Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection 1:25:12 - Mouse: P.I. For Hire 1:27:52 - Crimson Desert 1:32:58 - Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection 1:35:25 - Winter Preview wrap up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 h et 28 min
  • Big Hops Into the New Year - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 9, 2026

    Big Hops Into the New Year - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 9, 2026
    Jan 11 2026
    Ep 509 - We're back from the holidays with stories to tell and games to discuss, including our thoughts on Witcher 3 DLC rumors, Big Hops, Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined, Hades II, and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/extended-big-new-147795937 00:00 - Intro 17:53 - James Bond Delay 24:22 - Vince Zampella Passed Away 27:46 - GOG Under New Ownership (Sorta) 30:21 - Witcher 3 Expansion Rumors 37:50 - Ubisoft Shutters Halifax Studio 40:04 - DICE Awards Nominations 42:59 - Tomb Raider Cast Reveal 45:41 - A Word From Our Sponsors 47:34 - My One Thing 57:24 - Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Impressions 01:17:05 - Hades II Impressions 01:27:39 - Big Hops Impressions 01:32:00 - Dragon Quest VII: Reimagined Demo Impressions 01:49:34 - L&R: Challenge Modes / Mods 01:52:41 - L&R: Avatar: Fire & Ash 02:01:38 - L&R: Video Game Language 02:08:40 - Bets 02:20:34 - Closing Go to https://www.shopify.com/allies for a one-dollar-per-month trial period to grow your business–no matter what stage you’re in. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    2 h et 25 min
  • 2025 Year in Review - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 2, 2026

    2025 Year in Review - Easy Allies Podcast - Jan 2, 2026
    Jan 4 2026
    Ep 508 - We wave goodbye to 2025 as we look back at some of the struggles and triumphs that defined the year. Become a patron to get the extended cut: https://www.patreon.com/posts/146478379 00:00 - Intro 02:39 - GTA VI Delays 05:09 - Saudi Arabia Plans to Buy EA 07:13 - Switch 2 Launch 14:43 - The Game Awards 17:31 - AI Controversies 22:40 - Voice Actors Strike Ends 23:30 - Mass Layoffs 25:43 - Games That Bombed 27:50 - 2025 Year-to-Date Sales Report 42:19 - Indies 59:00 - Accessibility / New IPs / Switch 2 Upgrades 01:00:40 - TGA Reveals 01:03:26 - L&R: Industry Shifts 01:14:25 - L&R: Disproportionate Attention 01:31:30 - L&R: Replaying Old Games 01:41:55 - Or Wars and Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 h et 52 min