Episode 531: The Fallout

August 1, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

🎮 SupaPod Episode #531 is here!

This week, we're talking about some huge announcements and exciting updates from across the gaming industry!

🦸 Marvel's Wolverine gets a brand-new trailer, giving us another look at Insomniac's highly anticipated take on the iconic Marvel character.

⚔️ God of War: Sons of Sparta is reportedly set to release on February 16, 2027, giving fans a new adventure in the legendary franchise.

💚 Xbox Backwards Compatibility is coming to PC, potentially opening up an even larger library of classic Xbox games to PC players.

☢️ Bethesda confirms Fallout 5 is in development, while reports indicate that remasters of Fallout 3 and Fallout: New Vegas are also on the way. We also discuss the future of The Elder Scrolls and Obsidian's upcoming Fallout project.

💰 Nintendo reportedly won't be giving customers refunds for tariffs, raising questions about how tariffs and rising costs are affecting gamers and the price of gaming hardware.

It's a huge week for gaming, with beloved franchises making their way back into the spotlight and plenty of exciting—and controversial—topics to discuss.

Episode 530: Doom for All

July 19, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

Xbox is facing one of the biggest shakeups in its history, and we're breaking down everything happening across Microsoft's gaming division.

This week we discuss:

💚 Microsoft's latest wave of Xbox layoffs, with approximately 1,600 employees let go on July 6 and another 1,600 reportedly expected by the end of the 2027 financial year—nearly 20% of Xbox's workforce.

⚙️ Reports that the id Software engine (id Tech) team has been reduced to a single person.

🏢 Cuts affecting Bethesda Game Studios, along with reports that Compulsion Games and Double Fine have been allowed to become independent once again.

🎮 Microsoft reportedly selling Undead Labs and Ninja Theory, while continuing to help fund the completion of State of Decay and Senua's Saga.

⚠️ Reports that Arkane Studios may still be at risk.

☢️ Obsidian Entertainment reportedly shifting resources away from Avowed 2 to work on a Fallout project following significant layoffs, though Avowed 2 may still remain in development.

👋 The departure of Kevin LaChapelle, Microsoft's Vice President of Xbox Platform, after 37 years. He helped oversee Xbox's backwards compatibility program and cloud streaming initiatives.

🖥️ Reports that Xbox's Hardware and Advanced Technology divisions have been heavily reduced.

What does all of this mean for the future of Xbox? Is Microsoft changing course, or are these cuts a sign of much bigger problems ahead?

Arcade 526: Goodbye Guardians

May 30, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

🎮 SupaPod Episode #___ is here!

This week we're diving into some major gaming news:

🔥 Marvel Cosmic Invasion adds The Thing and Cyclops as DLC fighters for just $3.99.

📸 Nintendo announces Pictonico, a unique mobile game launching May 28, 2026, that turns your personal photos into WarioWare-style mini-games. The game is free to try, with additional mini-game packs available for $5.99 and $7.99.

💡 Xbox launches Player Voice, a new community-driven platform where players can submit and vote on ideas directly to Xbox.

🎮 PlayStation reportedly confirms internally that future single-player titles will remain console exclusive.

👀 A new State of Play is set for June 2 ahead of Summer Game Fest, with Marvel's Wolverine expected to make an appearance.

⚠️ Bungie is reportedly preparing significant layoffs while Destiny 3 remains absent from active production.

🎮 New Xbox controller leaks reveal a possible Elite Series 3 alongside an alleged cloud gaming controller featuring a flatter, more rectangular design.

💰 PlayStation Plus subscribers may want to brace themselves as another price increase is on the way.

Happy 10th anniversary Overwatch

Happy 40th Anniversary Dragon Quest

Episode 525: Not So Super

May 21, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

🎮 New SupaPod Episode!

We kick things off by talking about getting early access to Particulitix from Workshop Geek, described as “an arcade roguelite where Geometry Wars meets Vampire Survivors.” We share our early impressions and thoughts on the game so far.

From there, we cover a ton of gaming industry news and shake-ups. We talk about Lego 2K Drive being delisted only a couple years after launch, with licensed cars potentially being the reason behind it.

We also discuss major layoffs hitting Visual Concepts following the reported failure of the Netflix version of WWE 2K26.

On the VR side, we talk about Moss: Forgotten Relic arriving this summer as a combined free VR release.

We also get into the latest Grand Theft Auto VI preorder rumors and reports surrounding launch timing.

In fighting game news, Katsuhiro Harada reportedly leaves Bandai Namco Entertainment for SNK, where he’s said to be starting a new studio.

And finally, we talk about Sega reportedly canceling the SUPER GAME initiative.

We also give a shout-out to the 10th anniversary of Doom and the 20th anniversary of New Super Mario Bros..

Another packed episode full of industry drama, rumors, and gaming discussion.

523: Blue Lagoon

May 11, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

This week on SupaPod, we talk about the LEGO Sega Genesis set arriving June 1st, including the price, piece count, and why it’s such a cool throwback for retro fans.

We also break down the launch of the new Steam Controller, which is finally going on sale with surprisingly positive early reviews — though there are already discussions about compatibility limitations outside of Steam.

We then dive into the messy situation surrounding Subnautica 2 and the drama between Krafton and Unknown Worlds Entertainment, including leadership firings, allegations from former staff, and claims involving a massive bonus tied to the game’s success.

Finally, we discuss new DRM-style check-in systems reportedly being added to some PC games by 2K and Sony, and what that could mean for players.

521: Numbers Go Up

April 22, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

🎮 New SupaPod Episode!

This week on SupaPod, we break down the reveal of Metro 2039 and all the wild details that came with it — from chains and dead kids to a mutant naked mole rat.

We also discuss Meta raising prices on the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S, with the company blaming rising component and memory chip costs.

On the business side, we talk about GTA hackers exposing how much Rockstar Games earns from Grand Theft Auto Online, reportedly averaging massive daily revenue and even impacting stock prices.

We also break down comments from Asha Sharma saying Game Pass has become too expensive for players, with discussion around pricing tiers and removing Call of Duty.

A packed episode full of gaming news, business talk, and plenty of reactions.

Episode 518: War Profiteering

March 21, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

This week on SupaPod, we break down a mix of big announcements and industry news. We talk about the reveal of the Marvel Maximum Collection and its upcoming release. We also discuss Capcom changing the voice actor for Mega Man after Ben Diskin declined non-union terms. On the industry side, we cover layoffs impacting Battlefield studios under Electronic Arts, and what that could mean moving forward. Plus, we talk about changes to Fortnite, including Save the World going free and updates to V-Bucks pricing. Happy 10th Anniversary Tom Clancy's The Division Happy 20th Anniversary Tom Clancy's Ghost Recon Advance Warfighter A packed episode with news, reactions, and plenty to discuss.

Episode 510: Winter Kei3

January 2, 2026Dominic StallworthComment

In the final SupaPod episode of 2025, we’re wrapping up the year in style. We take a look back at The Game Awards — a.k.a. The Keighleys — and talk about the moments, announcements, and weirdness that stood out to us. Happy 30th anniversaries of Suikoden and Warcraft II, along with the 20th anniversary of Yakuza.

Episode 509: Stuck in the Middle

December 11, 2025Dominic StallworthComment

We kick off this episode with what we’ve been playing lately:

• Daniel & Dominic’s time with Marvel’s Cosmic Invasion and Metroid Prime 4

• Dominic “sells his soul,” grabs a Nintendo Switch 2, and jumps into Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World

After that, we dive into the week’s biggest gaming stories:

• A major install-size cut for Helldivers 2

• PlayStation teaming up with Bad Robot Games on a new co-op shooter

• Netflix making a huge move to acquire Warner Bros and its entire games division

A fun, stacked episode filled with impressions, big news, and lots to talk about.

Episode 508: And Valve Makes 3

November 24, 2025Dominic StallworthComment

In this episode, we break down a huge week in gaming—starting with Silent Hill 2 dropping on Xbox with a surprising 50% discount. We recap the latest Xbox Partner Preview, featuring fresh looks at Armatus, CloverPit, Crowsworn, Echo Generation 2, and more. We also touch on big reveals like Valve’s new Steam Controller, Frame VR headset, and Steam Machine. Dominic’s been deep into Monsters Are Coming: Rock and Road, NCAA Football 26, and Lumines Arise, while Daniel’s been spending time with Keeper, Kirby’s Air Ride, Psychonauts 2, and BallxPit.

Happy 20th Anniversary Microsoft's Xbox 360

Episode 507: Release Pending

November 9, 2025Dominic StallworthComment

This week, we’re breaking down the latest gaming news: PlayStation adds PS5 cloud streaming to the PS Portal, Silent Hill 2 leaks for Xbox, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra gets delayed, and GTA 6 is pushed to 2026. We also talk about what we’ve been playing — Outer Worlds 2, Dispatch, MK Kollection, Keeper, and the new Fortnite x Simpsons crossover.

Episode 460: Nintendo On Top

June 28, 2024Dominic StallworthComment

This week we're talking Nintendo Direct and More.

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