Over the years, #IGN reviews have become increasingly unfair, raising questions about their credibility. Do you still use IGN as your go-to source for gaming and movie reviews?
What do you think caused the gaming market to shift towards the focus that caters more to the Fortnite and CoD crowd of gamers over the years? While their addictive nature and popularity are undeniable, what helped them reach such a status that a majority of companies try to imitate…
Understanding the source material is essential when writing a review for others. IGN dropped the ball on this review for Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom. Now it's created echo chambers on similar sites despite its $1.6 million opening weekend in the states alone and mostly positive fan feedback globally.
Summary In this episode of the GZ Chop Shop podcast, hosts Projektitachi and Daniel discuss IGN's decline, focusing on its inconsistent ratings and biased reviews. They critique the recent movie adaptation of Overlord, highlighting the ethical dilemmas presented in the story and the impact of IGN's reviews on the anime…
How do you feel about #IGN rating of the new Overlord movie? #animereviews #podcast #blerd #gamingpodcast
Is the #IGN review score for Overlord: The Sacred Kingdom movie fair? They gave the fan favorite a score of 4 while making it painfully clear they are unfamiliar with the source material, pacing, and main focus of the franchise. Overlord is about more than fancy fighting and flashy scenes.…
Yes, linear story-driven action games still have a chance in today's gaming market. Many players enjoy immersive narratives and cinematic gameplay experiences. With the rise of indie and AAA titles, there's room for these games. #GamingMarket #StoryDrivenGames #ActionGames
The additional paid audio feature for CoD has sparked debate. With PlayStation and Xbox releasing free audio settings apps, some feel CoD has become pay-to-win. The community is discussing the implications and fairness. What do you think? #CoD #paytowin #gamingcommunity
In this GZ Chop Shop podcast episode, hosts Projektitachi and Daniel reflect on the gaming year, discussing their favorite titles of 2024 and the upcoming Game Awards. They delve into the rise of live service gaming, its implications for the industry, and the nostalgia for completed games from the past.…
Summary In this GZ Chop Shop podcast episode, hosts Projektitachi and Daniel dive into the spooky season by discussing their favorite horror games, movies, and shows. They reflect on the legacy of Silent Hill, the portrayal of ghosts in media, and the fear of the unknown, particularly in the context…
Summary In this episode hosts Projektitachi and WarNurse discuss the exciting gaming lineup for October, focusing on the release of Dragon Ball Sparking Zero. They delve into the mixed reviews of the game, particularly criticizing the way major review platforms assess games. The conversation shifts to the game's unique 'what…
Fighting games became a niche genre for the longest time, especially in America. Gone were the days of packed fighters and tons of weekend tournaments. But now with everyone suffering from battle royale exhaustion gamers are looking back to fighters for their PvP fix and the last couple of years…
What is the future of gaming with $100+ versions of games giving so much less than companies have for years before? What do you think of the state of gaming today? Is it better? Worst? Or does it even matter? #MKY1 #MK #mortalkombat #DLC #moderngaming #PC #playstation #microsoft
The voice acting in Black Myth: Wukong was impressive, especially considering it's Game Science's first full title. The team transitioned from mobile games to a larger project and did so skillfully. #BlackMythWukong #GameScience #VoiceActing
Black Myth: Wukong brings to life the legendary Son Wukong from Chinese folklore, a huge inspiration for Son Goku in Dragonball! The lore and mythology behind these characters will always be fascinating! #Wukong #Goku #Dragonball #ChineseFolklore
It's inspiring to see Indie developers rise in recognition in the last few years. Hits like #StellarBlade, #Palworld, and now #BlackMythWukong show that Indie developers are giving big studios a run for their money. What is your favorite indie game right now? Sound off in the comments. GZ Chop Shop…
Well, well, well, looks like the tides are turning in the world of Shonen Jump. The new big three are officially making their mark, with #jujustukaisen, #blackclover, and #MyHeroAcademia leading the charge. And let's not forget the OG, #bleach!
I wound up getting my platinum trophy not long after this episode 😅. The game was so fun and it felt good to play more than once. I highly recommend it to action game fans who like God of War. You won't be disappointed. #BlackMythWukong
We chat with one of the lead vocalists for Larian Studios hit game Baulders Gate 3 Mariya aka Melethiel, and discuss her career journey on stage, other projects, and LARPing. We also discuss fan favorite song "Raphael's Final Act" which also led to BG3 winning an award for best music.…
The introduction of Xbox GamePass brought something exciting to the gaming industry with day-one releases available to all game pass owners. While at the time an innovative idea it has not been without its long-term shortcomings as Microsoft has leaned hard into the subscription-based model and now it's finally rearing…
Don't get me wrong I love Mortal Kombat and have since the 90s, but this is getting ridiculous, and charging a full game price for an add-on that won't even equal the scale of other DLC in terms of replayability and scope for MORE? The math just is not adding…
Well, well, well, looks like the tides are turning in the world of Shonen Jump. The new big three are officially making their mark, with #jujustukaisen, #blackclover, and #MyHeroAcademia leading the charge. And let's not forget the OG, #bleach!
Summary In this GZ Chop Shop Podcast episode, Projektitachi and Warnurse discuss Sony's announcement of the PS5 Pro and their concerns about the company's recent actions. They also discuss Sony's lack of focus on software development and their excessive hardware releases. Chapters 00:00 Disappointment with Sony's Decisions 04:39 Sony's Push…
