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Episode 540: Surviving Saros

May 1, 20261h 4m

Episode 539: Mice and Men

Apr 24, 202634 min

Episode 538: Marshes and Mollusks

Apr 10, 202631 min

Episode 537: Speaking Saros

Hey, everybody! Sid, Brett, Kristen, and O'Dell are back this week to talk about our latest platinum trophy runs, hands-on with Saros, and more. This week also features an interview with two Housemarque devs working on Saros — Creative Director Gregory Louden and Art Director Simone Silvestri.

Mar 27, 202653 min

Episode 536: Legendary Cooperation

Hey, everybody! Tim and O'Dell are back this week to talk about the games they are playing, a busy news week, and some big contenders that are releasing soon. This week also features an interview with Darren Bridges, Lead Designer, Sucker Punch, for Ghost of Yōtei Legends.

Mar 13, 202648 min

Episode 535: Returning Residents

Hey, everybody! Tim, Kristen, and O'Dell are back this week to talk about the horrors of Racoon City, Reanimal, and trying to conquer your backlog before a wave of new games comes for us all. Along with our various journeys through Greece in God of War Sons of Sparta.

Feb 27, 202631 min

Episode 534: State of Sparta

Hey, everybody! Brett, Kristen, and O'Dell are back this week to talk about this week's State of Play, along with all the exciting announcements that came with it. To celebrate the surprise launch of God of War Sons of Sparta, we have a special interview with developer Mega Cat Studios: Game Director Zack Manko and Founder/CEO James Deighan.

Feb 13, 202651 min

Episode 533: John Carpentry 101

Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, Brett, and O'Dell are back this week to talk about the newest game announced this week, Horizon Hunters Gathering, take a look at what's new in MLB The Show 26, and go down the rabbit hole of games based on 80s action.

Feb 6, 202638 min

Episode 532: Refreshed, Rejuvenated

Hey, everybody! Sid, Kristen, and O'Dell are back this week to talk about the new Marathon DualSense and all the new info surrounding the title, a look at how remakes and remasters have brought many respected classics to the forefront, and our current gaming adventures.

Jan 23, 202637 min

Episode 531: Dispatching The New Year

Hey, everybody! Tim, Kristen, and O'Dell are back this week to finish discussing our top games of 2025, take a look at the new Hyperpop Collection, and look forward to another great year of gaming.

Jan 9, 202633 min

Episode 530: Wrapped With a Bow

Hey, everybody! Sid, Kristen, and Brett are back this week to discuss their top games of 2025, both in terms of hours played and the ones they can't stop thinking about. This episode also includes a spoiler-filled Ghost of Yōtei interview with Sucker Punch Creative Directors Jason Connell and Nate Fox.

Dec 19, 20251h 4m

Episode 529: Sumptuous Victuals

Hey, y'all! Sid, Tim, Brett, and Kristen are back this week after the Thanksgiving holiday, and diving right into Arc Raiders and Ghost of Yōtei NG+.

Dec 6, 202544 min

Episode 528: Raiders of the lost Arc

Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, and Kristen are back this week to discuss this week's State of Play Japan, which focuses on the Japanese and Asian markets, the thrill of going topside in Arc Raiders, and all the games the team has been playing and looking forward to.

Nov 14, 202558 min

Episode 527: Pod x Pit

Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, and Brett are back this week to talk about the new indie darling Ball x Pit, the long journey to a Death Stranding 2 platinum, Silent Hill f, and the Battlefield series' first battle royale foray.

Oct 31, 202534 min

Episode 526: Lost in the Game Sauce

Hey, everybody! Kristen and I are back this week to talk about some of our favorite armor builds in Ghost of Yōtei, our favorite original in-universe games within video games, and the current titles holding our attention.

Oct 17, 202544 min

Episode 525: Ghost Season

Hey, everybody! Kristen and O'Dell are back this week to celebrate the launch of Ghost of Yōtei, discuss upcoming releases, and share the latest news. This episode also includes an interview with Erika Ishii, voice of Atsu from Ghost of Yōtei.

Oct 3, 202555 min

Episode 524: Stately Steps

Hey, everybody! Sid and O'Dell are back this week to discuss the new upcoming Ghost of Yōtei merch, TGS, and recapping this week's State of Play. This episode also includes an interview with Gabe Cuzzillo, one of the three developers of the PS5 title Baby Steps.

Sep 26, 20251h 0m

Episode 523: Memory Cards

Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, and Brett are back this week to discuss the release of Borderlands 4, indie hit Hollow Knight: Silksong, and 30 years of PlayStation memories.

Sep 12, 202541 min

Episode 522: Silence, Snakes, and Swords

Hey, everybody! Kristen, Tim, and O'Dell are back this week to discuss taking up the mantle of Big Boss in Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, soul surfing in Sword of the Sea, the biggest news stories of the week, and more.

Aug 29, 202539 min

Episode 521: Meet Space

Hey friends! This week Tim, Brett, and Sid are back with exciting PlayStation Plus Game Catalog news for August, some early Battlefield 6 thoughts, and ideas for gaming-themed tattoos.

Aug 15, 202536 min

Episode 520: Four on the Floor

Hey, everybody! Kristen, Tim, Brett, and Sid are back this week to discuss Heretic + Hexen remastered by Nightdive Studios, the multiplayer reveal for Battlefield 6, and much more.

Aug 8, 202553 min

Episode 519: Ghost in the Canvas

Hey, everybody! Kristen, Tim, and O'Dell are back this week to discuss the Ghost of Yōtei State of Play that featured an in-depth look at gameplay, the moral ramifications of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33's ending, and our current gaming adventures.

Jul 18, 202534 min

Episode 518: Expedition Connection

Hey, everybody! Kristen and O'Dell are back this week to discuss the adventures of making deliveries in Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, the range of emotions kindled by Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and some of our favorite PlayStation merch.

Jul 4, 202540 min

Episode 517: Shocking Developments

Hey, everybody! Sid and Tim are back this week to discuss the foundation System Shock 2 laid for gaming generations to come, recap what the team saw at Summer Game Fest, and their latest gaming adventures.

Jun 20, 202553 min

Episode 516: All Aboard the Nightreign

Hey, everybody! Sid and Tim are back this week to discuss trying to survive the long nights of Elden Ring Nightreign and celebrate the 30th State of Play while going over their favorite reveals.

Jun 6, 202541 min

Episode 515: Long Live Super Mirth

Hey, everybody! Sid, Brett, and O'Dell are back this week to discuss the latest news and what games currently have them locked in. This episode also includes interviews with Arrowhead Game Studios Production Director Alex Bolle and Design Director Niklas Malmborg.

May 23, 202550 min

Episode 514: 33 and a Third

Hey, everybody! Sid, Tim, and O'Dell are back this week to discuss the new Grand Theft Auto VI trailer, explore how Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 innovates on the turn-based RPG formula, and the ways Doom: The Dark Ages goes medieval.

May 9, 202534 min

Episode 513: Doomed Days

Hey, everybody! Sid, Brett, and Tim are back this week to discuss the release date reveal and new trailer for Ghost of Yōtei. This episode also includes interviews with Doom: The Dark Ages Director Hugo Martin and Days Gone Remastered Creative and Product Lead Kevin McAllister.

Apr 25, 20251h 18m

Episode 512: True Blue

Hey, everybody! Sid, Kristen, Tim, and I are back this week to discuss Days Gone Remastered and the new hit indie game Blue Prince. We also get Tim's top five most-played PlayStation games and discover what new titles everyone has been checking out.

Apr 11, 202542 min

Episode 511: High Five

Hey, everybody! Sid, Kristen, Brett, and O'Dell are back this week to discuss the new take on Pac-Man Shadow Labyrinth, the wonders of hand-tracking in PlayStation VR2, what it's like to learn how to walk in Baby Steps, and their most played games on PlayStation.

Mar 28, 202537 min

Episode 510: Cereal Monsters

Hey, everybody! Sid, O'Dell, Tim, and Brett are back this week to discuss MLB The Show 25 early access, including an interview with San Diego Studio Gameplay Director Chris Gill. The crew also swaps Monster Hunter Wilds stories and highlights this week's news.

Mar 14, 20251h 3m

Episode 509: Here Be Monsters

Hey, everybody! Sid, O'Dell, Kristen, and Brett discuss some of the newest releases, including Monster Hunter Wilds and Lost Records: Bloom & Rage - Tape 1, and break down the official LEGO Horizon Adventures playset.

Feb 28, 202533 min

Episode 508: Come Back Stronger

Hey, everybody! Tim and Kristen discuss all the big news for this week's State of Play, including Saros, the upcoming new game from Housemarque, and some of their other favorite moments from the show.

Feb 14, 202532 min

Episode 507: Rogue Metaphor

Howdy, folks! This week the crew sits down to talk about this week's news. This week, Tim and Kristen discuss their playthroughs of Dynasty Warriors: Origins, Alien: Rogue Incursion, and Metaphor: ReFantazio.

Jan 31, 202537 min

Episode 506: Marvelous Start

Howdy, folks! This week, the crew returns for the first show of 2025! Topics of discussion include Marvel Rivals and retro classics Final Fantasy 5 and the Contra series. Plus, Brett joins to close out the PlayStation 30th Anniversary discussion by sharing his favorite PS5 and PS VR2 games.

Jan 17, 202538 min

Episode 505: Cheers to 2024

Hello folks! This week, the crew shares their favorite games of the year in the final show of 2024. Plus, Kristen returns to share her top games from past PlayStation console generations to celebrate the 30th anniversary. Thank you to all the developers who made this such a special year in gaming and to all the listeners for coming along for the ride. Here's to a great year in gaming for 2025!

Dec 20, 202446 min

Episode 504: Celebrating 30 Years of PlayStation (Part 4)

Hey gang! This week, Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi stops by to discuss his latest game, Fantasian Neo Dimension. Plus, the PlayStation 30th anniversary celebration continues as the crew shares their favorite games on PS5 and PS VR2. Through the end of the year, we'll continue featuring picks from listeners and developers (and Kristen will return to share her top PlayStation games from the past 30 years).

Dec 13, 20241h 4m

Episode 503: Celebrating 30 Years of PlayStation (Part 3)

Howdy folks! The PlayStation 30th anniversary celebration continues this week as the crew hears from listeners and developers about their favorite PlayStation games of all time. Plus, the crew dives into their favorite games on PS Vita, PS4, and PS VR. We'll continue to feature listeners and developers (and name our personal top picks for PS5 and PS VR2 games!) through the end of the year.

Dec 6, 202458 min

Episode 502: All Good Things

Howdy folks! Friend of the podcast Shuhei Yoshida joins us to recap some of his biggest moments across 31 years of PlayStation, including his role as Head of Indies Initiative and his work with PlayStation Studios. Shu celebrates the highlights of his illustrious PlayStation career and discusses his favorite games of each PlayStation console generation. Plus, the team continues to feature listener and developer opinions on their favorite PlayStation memories. We'll continue to feature listeners and developers (and name our favorite PS Vita, PS4, and PS VR games!) leading up to PlayStation's 30th anniversary on December 3.

Nov 26, 20241h 26m

Episode 501: Celebrating 30 Years of PlayStation (Part 2)

What's up, gang! The festivities for PlayStation's 30th anniversary continue this week as the crew hears from listeners and developers about their favorite PlayStation games of all time. Plus, the crew dives into their favorite games on PSP and PS3. We'll continue to feature listeners and developers leading up to PlayStation's 30th anniversary on December 3 and beyond.

Nov 22, 20241h 2m

Episode 500: Celebrating 30 Years of PlayStation (Part 1)

Hey y'all, Episode 500 is finally here! Thank you to all the loyal listeners for making this momentous episode possible. Can you believe the show started back in 2011? Whether you've been with us for the entire run or are a new listener, we appreciate you. This week, the crew hears from listeners and developers about some of their favorite PlayStation games and memories. The podcast crew also dives into their favorite games on the original PlayStation and PlayStation 2. But the celebration doesn't end here! We'll continue to feature listeners and developers leading up to PlayStation's 30th anniversary on December 3.

Nov 15, 20241h 1m

Episode 499: Facehuggin' Fun

Hey folks! This week the gang returns for a quick episode to discuss the news and upcoming releases. Plus, we get into hands-on impressions of the eerily immersive PS VR2 game Alien: Rogue Incursion coming in December.

Nov 1, 202427 min

Episode 498: Voice of the Veilguard

Hey folks! This week the team got to sit down with Bioware Game Director Corinne Busche and Creative Director John Epler to talk Dragon Age: The Veilguard. We also discuss the newly released Dragon Ball: Sparking Zero and Fear the Spotlight.

Oct 25, 20241h 11m

Episode 497: Aim-Down-Sights on October Frights

Howdy, y'all! This week we got to sit down with Treyarch Associate Creative Director Miles Leslie to discuss Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. Plus, the team continues the spooky game spiel by diving into Until Dawn, Silent Hill 2, and more.

Oct 18, 20241h 5m

Episode 496: Welcome to Silent Hill (2)

Hey folks! We've got a full house for this week's pod, with the team talking news, next week's releases, and all the spooktacular games we've been playing this month, including Until Dawn and Silent Hill 2.

Oct 11, 202448 min

Episode 495: Play Date

Hello listeners, we've got a bunch to unpack! This week, the PlayStation Podcast team dives into some of the hottest reveals coming out of this week's news-packed State of Play. Plus, Sid discusses his recent hands-on experience with PS5 Pro launching on November 7.

Sep 27, 202441 min

Episode 494: Bot Thoughts

Howdy folks! The PlayStation Podcast gang returns to continue the discussion on Astro Bot, including segments with and without spoilers. The team also talks Animal Well and A Short Hike.

Sep 13, 202449 min

Episode 493: The Joy of Astro Bot

Hey folks! This week the podcast crew got to sit down with Team Asobi Creative Director Nicolas Doucet and SIE Studio Business Group CEO Hermen Hulst to talk all things Astro Bot. Plus, we discuss a few games we've been playing including Star Wars Outlaws, Doom + Doom II, and of course sweet Astro Bot.

Sep 6, 202455 min

Episode 491: Puzzling Platforms

Hey folks! The PlayStation Podcast crew punches in a quick episode covering this week's gaming news and upcoming releases. Plus discussions on Astro Bot, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Arranger: A Role-Puzzling Adventure.

Aug 30, 202416 min

Episode 491: Darkest Shadow

Howdy folks! This week the PlayStation Podcast gang returns with a quick episode to discuss this week's news and new releases on the horizon. Plus the team talks Darkest Dungeon II, Elden Ring DLC, and Shadow the Hedgehog.

Aug 9, 202434 min