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enTue, 05 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0000The Weekspot podcast #056: The Spotty Awards 2021https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-056-game-of-the-year-2021Colm AhernTue, 05 Oct 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-056-game-of-the-year-2021The Forgotten CityBlockbusterThe Great Ace Attorney ChroniclesHitman 3IndiePsychonauts 2Death's DoorThe PC Gaming WeekspotIt Takes Two

After countless Xbox Game Pass plugs, a lot of Dooming, and the arrival and subsequent disappearance of Greta Surname, The PC Gaming Weekspot is coming to an end. But, before we go, there's time to highlight some of our favourite games of 2021.

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The Weekspot podcast #055: eye and mightyhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-055-outer-wilds-echoes-of-the-eyeColm AhernTue, 28 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-055-outer-wilds-echoes-of-the-eyeBlockbusterSableOuter WildsIndieThe PC Gaming Weekspot

So, the main point of discussion on this week's podcast is the Outer Wilds: Echoes Of The Eye DLC. Talking about it is tricky, because saying pretty much anything about it feels spoiler-y. Christ, I'm trying to be careful writing this blurb in case I say something that I shouldn't. But, somehow, I think we managed to talk about it, without talking about it. Know what I mean?

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The Weekspot podcast #054: bridge of spieshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-054-deathloop-kenaColm AhernTue, 21 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-054-deathloop-kenaBlockbusterIndieKena: Bridge of SpiritsDeathloopThe PC Gaming Weekspot

After getting a taste last week, both myself and Matthew have spent the last few days in Blackreef. We've been enjoying doing the same things over and over. Yeah, Deathloop is pretty good.

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The Weekspot podcast #053: in the loophttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-053-deathloopColm AhernTue, 14 Sep 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-053-deathloopBlockbusterIndieDeathloopToemThe PC Gaming WeekspotAlan Wake RemasteredThe Artful Escape

Yes, we all know the game has a very cool look, and all of us enjoy playing a good time loop game, but what actually is Deathloop? Thankfully, Matthew's played the first few hours and is here to enlighten both you and I.

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The Weekspot podcast #052: a beautiful mindhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-052-psychonauts-2Colm AhernTue, 24 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-052-psychonauts-2BlockbusterPsychonauts 2IndieTwelve MinutesCall of Duty: VanguardSaints RowThe PC Gaming Weekspot

Double Fine did it: they made a sequel to Psychonauts that's great. And different, too. It's a follow-up with modern day sensibilities that plays much better than the original. Given that it was one of our most anticipated games of the year, it's fair to say we're quite pleased.

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The Weekspot podcast #051: joy Parisianhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-051-assassins-creed-valhalla-the-siege-of-parisColm AhernTue, 17 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-051-assassins-creed-valhalla-the-siege-of-parisGrand Theft AutoBlockbusterAssassin's Creed: ValhallaIndieAlan Wake 2Road 96The PC Gaming WeekspotAssassin's Creed Valhalla: The Siege Of Paris

Yes, another Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla DLC has been released. And, again, it’s a tad like the base game. But, not totally, because Ubisoft have remembered to put some sneaking in this one. It still has a pebble-stacking minigame, though. You can’t have it all, I guess.

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The Weekspot podcast #050: undead to mehttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-050-back-4-bloodColm AhernTue, 10 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-050-back-4-bloodBlockbusterIndieBack 4 BloodThe PC Gaming WeekspotLawn Mowing SimulatorDeath Trash

I've never played a single second of Left 4 Dead. So, I can't properly compare the new game to the source material. However, I can say that I had a ball playing the Back 4 Blood beta with other members of the RPS treehouse. It's good, old-fashioned zombie killing funtimes!

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The Weekspot podcast #049: Outer Wilds cardhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-049-outer-wilds-echoes-of-the-eyeColm AhernTue, 03 Aug 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-049-outer-wilds-echoes-of-the-eyeGRIMENeon WhiteOuter WildsStrayIndieThe AscentOmnoThe PC Gaming Weekspot

Annapurna really stretched the limits of notE3 by putting on their inaugural showcase so late in the day, but I’m glad they did. They showed off a lot of cool things, like Neon White and Stray. We even got the briefest of looks at the upcoming Outer Wilds DLC.

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The Weekspot podcast #048: necromorph codehttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-048-dead-space-remakeColm AhernTue, 27 Jul 2021 17:49:43 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-048-dead-space-remakeThe Forgotten CityBlockbustereFootball 2022IndieDead SpaceThe PC Gaming WeekspotThe Great Ace Attorney Chronicles

Everyone knew it was coming, dulling the surprise somewhat, but it’s still pretty cool to get confirmation of a Dead Space remake. Well, we've decided that it’ll be good if EA takes a page out of Capcom’s book and goes the Resi route with its Isaac Clarke revival.

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The Weekspot podcast #047: the Gabe Gear is realhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-047-steam-deckColm AhernTue, 20 Jul 2021 16:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-047-steam-deckBlockbusterIndieCris TalesSteam DeckDeath's DoorNetflixStreets Of Rage 4The PC Gaming WeekspotEA Play

WonderSteam, N-Gabe, Valvita: you can call it whatever you like because Valve have made their intentions clear. They’re keen to elbow their way into the handheld market with the Steam Deck.

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The Weekspot podcast #046: taking their talents to south beachhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-046-gta-6-vice-cityColm AhernTue, 13 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-046-gta-6-vice-cityBlockbusterIndieAssassin’s Creed InfinityGrand Theft Auto 6The PC Gaming WeekspotBoomerang XKing's Bounty II

I can picture it now: cruising down Vice Point, behind the wheel of a Cheetah, giving off big divorced dad energy as W.A.S.P. bellows from the car stereo. How brilliant would it be to head back to Rockstar's Miami? If you believe what's been said over the past few days, we'll all get the chance to revisit one of video game's great locations in a few years time.

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The Weekspot podcast #045: OOPs, they're doing it againhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-045-control-co-opColm AhernTue, 06 Jul 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-045-control-co-opBlockbusterCondorIndieDoki Doki Literature Club Plus!ControlThe PC Gaming WeekspotThe Great Ace Attorney Chronicles

I don't think many were betting on Control getting a co-op spin-off. Some Remedy fans might be a bit put off by the studio focusing on a multiplayer game, but we're a little more positive.

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The Weekspot podcast #044: Isaac the ladhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-044-dead-spaceColm AhernTue, 29 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-044-dead-spaceBlockbusterScarlet NexusSherlock Holmes Chapter OneIndieDead SpaceThe PC Gaming Weekspot

After eight years on the shelf, many are saying the smart money is on EA announcing a new Dead Space game at the upcoming EA Play in July. Given the fact that EA have gone back to Mirror's Edge and they're in the process of reviving Skate, it's not a bad shout.

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The Weekspot podcast #043: the next generationhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-043-steam-next-festColm AhernTue, 22 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-043-steam-next-festGRIMEBlockbusterChicory: A Colorful TaleEverwildThe RewinderThief's RouletteIndieThe Plane EffectSteam Next FestThe PC Gaming WeekspotElden Ring

Alright, all the big budget AAA games had their day with E3. Thanks to Steam Next Fest, it's now time to have a look at what indie games we'll be playing in the future. It's not just Sable.

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The Weekspot podcast #042: one ring to rule them allhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-042-e3-2021-reviewColm AhernTue, 15 Jun 2021 14:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-042-e3-2021-reviewE3E3 2021BlockbusterIndieForza Horizon 5OverboardRedfallThe PC Gaming WeekspotElden RingMarvel’s Guardians of the GalaxyBackbone

It was a weird E3. A lot of video games we already knew about, and more CG trailers than we might like, but there were still some notable announcements and gameplay reveals. While Kevin Hart didn't seem too pleased with his involvement in the festivities, those watching at home had an alright time.

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The Weekspot podcast #041: Let it E3https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-041-e3-2021-predictionsColm AhernTue, 08 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-041-e3-2021-predictionsE3E3 2021BlockbusterIndieThe PC Gaming Weekspot

Yes, it’s that time of the year when everyone speculates wildly about what kind of products companies will peddle to potential customers during livestreams rife with forced banter and lols. E3 is exciting, isn’t it?

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The Weekspot podcast #040: Oh, you're my best friendhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-040-steampalColm AhernTue, 01 Jun 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-040-steampalDying Light 2 Stay HumanStranger of Paradise: Final Fantasy OriginBlockbusterIndieAerial_Knight's Never YieldEricaValveThe PC Gaming WeekspotStrangeland

Many have tried to muscle in on the Nintendo-controlled market of video games, but smaller. And, if the rumours are to be believed, Valve are gearing up to be the latest to give it a go.

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The Weekspot podcast #039: Fur fur twohttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-039-biomutantColm AhernTue, 25 May 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-039-biomutantTimesplittersBlockbusterBiomutantIndieMind ScannersGearbox SoftwareThe PC Gaming WeekspotKnockout City

I was really looking forward to being a furry little animal in Biomutant. Running around a gorgeous world, shooting and slashing everything that moved, sounded like a delightful time. And while it can sometimes be fun, sadly the game often finds a way of bringing everything to a screeching halt.

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The Weekspot podcast #038: Mako and play the whole thinghttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-039-mass-effect-legendary-editionColm AhernTue, 18 May 2021 18:09:35 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-039-mass-effect-legendary-editionPodcastBlockbusterVideoAssassin's Creed: ValhallaIndieShin Megami Tensei III: Nocturne HD RemasterSockventureMass Effect: Legendary EditionUbisoftThe PC Gaming WeekspotMass EffectThe Invisible Hand

Do you like Mass Effect?... If you answered, “I, SPACEMAN,” then you probably already own the Legendary Edition and may find the conversation that happens in this week's Weekspot redundant. If you checked the box that said, “the only renegade I know of is one-time WCW Television Champion, The Renegade, but I'd love to hear some chat on a remaster of a celebrated RPG trilogy," then I've got just the podcast for you.

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The Weekspot podcast #037: All lycan eathttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-037-resident-evil-villageColm AhernTue, 11 May 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-037-resident-evil-villagePodcastBlockbusterVideoResident Evil VillageAppleIndieThe PC Gaming WeekspotEpic Games

We’ve been doing The Weekspot for the best part of nine months now. In that time, there’s been weeks where either the big releases have dried up, or the news has been lacking a little oomph. But, I think we’ve been able to cobble together a podcast you can enjoy, regardless of the previous seven days in PC video gaming. This week, there was zero cobbling.

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The Weekspot podcast #036: Stir of Echoeshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-036-outer-wilds-dlcColm AhernTue, 04 May 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-036-outer-wilds-dlcPodcastBlockbusterVideoOuter WildsSilicon DreamsIndieThe PC Gaming WeekspotSkate CityInsurmountableHalo InfiniteMicrosoft Store

I don't need to remind you how good Outer Wilds was. Two years ago, everyone was raving about the 22-minute time loop. The most incredible video games website in the world even declared it the bestest best game of the year.

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The Weekspot podcast #035: Grimoire Weiss cityhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-035-nier-replicantColm AhernTue, 27 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-035-nier-replicantPodcastBlockbusterVideoResident Evil VillageIndieTurnip Boy Commits Tax EvasionThe PC Gaming WeekspotBefore Your EyesMetal Gear SolidNier Replicant ver.1.22474487139Resident Evil Re:VerseThe Great Ace Attorney Chronicles

While the original didn’t garner much fanfare over 10 years ago, the success of Nier Automata had people excited about Nier Replicant. And, by all accounts, the general public has enjoyed it much more this time around than they did back in 2010.

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The Weekspot podcast #034: merc ethichttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-034-resident-evil-villageColm AhernTue, 20 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-034-resident-evil-villagePodcastBlockbusterShadow ManResident Evil VillageThe Darkside Detective: A Fumble in the DarkVideoIndieMass Effect: Legendary EditionThe PC Gaming WeekspotRain On Your ParadeDon't Forget Me

I hope your interest in Resident Evil Village goes beyond the tall woman with the pale face, because we're going deep on the the next big game of 2021, on this week's episode of The Weekspot

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The Weekspot podcast #033: Enoch great, Enoch terriblehttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-033-outridersColm AhernTue, 13 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-033-outridersFeatureOutridersBlockbusterPodcastResident Evil VillageSay No! MoreVideoHitman 3IndieThe PC Gaming WeekspotOddworld: Soulstorm

Ever since the demo failed to wow people back in February, it was pretty clear that Outriders had a ceiling. Not an outrageously low ceiling, but a ceiling nonetheless. Still, even with launch issues a lack of anything extraordinary, it's actually a pretty decent video game.

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The Weekspot podcast #032: Nier, there, cyberwareshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-032-nier-replicantColm AhernTue, 06 Apr 2021 17:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-032-nier-replicantFeaturePodcastVideoThe WitcherCD Projekt REDAlan Wake 2The PC Gaming WeekspotCyberpunk 2077Balan WonderworldNier Replicant ver.1.22474487139Monster Hunter RiseIt Takes Two

This is a slightly different episode of The Weekspot. We had to record a little earlier because of the Easter weekend in the UK, and Matthew wasn’t able to come on because of prior commitments.

So, instead of talking to myself for an hour and a half, I drafted in two lovely guests: Josh Wise of VideoGamer and Rich Walker of Xbox Achievements.

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The Weekspot podcast: #031: America's next co-op modelhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-031-it-takes-twoColm AhernTue, 30 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-031-it-takes-twoPodcastBlockbusterVideoNarita BoyIndieThe PC Gaming WeekspotBalan WonderworldCrash Bandicoot 4: It's About TimeIt Takes Two

Dr. Hakim gives books a bad name, and the story is quite muddled in places, but It Takes Two is easily one of the best co-op games of the last few years. Probably the last ever years, really.

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The Weekspot podcast: #030: night knightshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-030-gotham-knights-square-enix-presents-recapColm AhernTue, 23 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-030-gotham-knights-square-enix-presents-recapEverhoodFeatureBlockbusterPodcastVideoIndieGotham KnightsSquare EnixAdiosBlind DriveThe PC Gaming Weekspot

Warner Bros. haven’t specified why they’ve decided to delay their co-op Arkham-like, Gotham Knights, but I’m sure a global pandemic didn’t help development.

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The Weekspot podcast: #029: can you repeat that?https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-029-loop-hero-microsoft-bethesdaColm AhernTue, 16 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-029-loop-hero-microsoft-bethesdaPodcastBlockbusterVideoBethesda SoftworksIndieXbox Game StudiosOlijaLoop HeroSquare EnixThe PC Gaming Weekspot

I knew Loop Hero was going to click with a decent number of people, I just didn’t expect that I’d be one of those people talking about builds with high vampirism and what cards combo best.

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The Weeskpot podcast: #028: javelin throw downhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-028-valheim-anthem-it-takes-twoColm AhernTue, 02 Mar 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-028-valheim-anthem-it-takes-twoFeaturePodcastBlockbusterVideoValheimIndieDays GoneThe PC Gaming WeekspotAnthemIt Takes Two

There comes a point, regardless of your interest in a particular video game, where you can't ignore the popular one. Valheim has been dominating the charts since it came out last month, so I recently decided to jump in and see what all the fuss was about. And, after a couple of hours, it seems the fuss relates to that sense of accomplishment after you've constructed a terrible house. At least that's my experience with it.

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The Weeskpot podcast: #027: dodgeball guyshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-027-knockout-cityColm AhernTue, 23 Feb 2021 18:00:30 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-027-knockout-citySilent HillPodcastBlockbusterVideoIndieThe PC Gaming WeekspotHellish QuartKnockout City

Like a lot of people, I saw that announcement trailer for Knockout City last week and thought, "that seems like a game I will never play, but I hope the people that do end up getting it have a lovely time with it." Then I ended up playing this past weekend's beta for about three hours.

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The Weekspot podcast #026: rule of E3https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-e3-2021-little-nightmares-2Colm AhernTue, 16 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-e3-2021-little-nightmares-2PodcastE3 2021BlockbusterSix Days in FallujahAstrologasterVideoLittle Nightmares IIIndieThe PC Gaming Weekspot

Developers and publishers adapted last year. Instead of announcing their games on a big stage, they turned to Zoom calls. In lieu of an all-encompassing mega event, some decided to highlight their wares on their own special livestreams. So, is E3 pointless in 2021?

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The Weekspot podcast #025: the good-looking Shepardhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-mass-effect-legendary-edition-persona-5-strikers-reviewColm AhernTue, 09 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-mass-effect-legendary-edition-persona-5-strikers-reviewWerewolf: The Apocalypse - EarthbloodPodcastBlockbusterVideoPersona 5 StrikersMass Effect: Legendary EditionGearbox PublishingGearbox SoftwareThe PC Gaming Weekspot

All BioWare had to do to garner some love from their dejected fanbase was partially remake the first Mass Effect, and also remaster its two sequels. Stick with what works, I guess.

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The Weekspot podcast #024: Smells like lean spirithttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-the-medium-review-king-arthur-knights-tale-impressionsColm AhernTue, 02 Feb 2021 18:00:00 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-the-medium-review-king-arthur-knights-tale-impressionsFeaturePodcastVideoHitman 3The MediumThe PC Gaming WeekspotJames Bond

Bloober Team’s latest seemed to split reviewers when the embargo lifted last week. Some hailed it as a game of the year contender, while others claimed it was the drizzling poos. I think the name of the game perfectly sums up my feelings on it.

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The Weekspot podcast: Some thoughts on the Resident Evil Village info dumphttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-resident-evil-village-showcaseColm AhernTue, 26 Jan 2021 18:02:20 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-resident-evil-village-showcaseFeaturePodcastNutsCyber ShadowResident Evil VillageVideoThe PC Gaming Weekspot

The Tetris-style inventory system is coming back; you’re able to craft items, as well as buy and sell them; and you can seemingly block attacks from those nasty sword-wielding zombie (?) lads. Oh, I forgot to mention the giant vampire woman that everyone is super horny for. She’s here too.

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The Weekspot podcast: Indiana Jones is coming back to fight nazis, probablyhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-indiana-jones-is-coming-back-to-fight-nazis-probablyColm AhernTue, 19 Jan 2021 18:00:49 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-indiana-jones-is-coming-back-to-fight-nazis-probablyFeaturePodcastBlockbusterHitman 3IndieStealthThe PC Gaming Weekspot

After an extended Christmas break, video games are most definitely back. All it took was for The Mouse to remember that there's money in these here hills, and for Ian to return and murder some people in a variety of environments, some of which are very hill-like.

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The Weekspot podcast: some early Hitman 3 impressionshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-some-early-hitman-3-impressionsColm AhernTue, 12 Jan 2021 18:02:56 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-some-early-hitman-3-impressionsFeaturePodcastBlockbusterSuper Meat Boy ForeverHitman 3IndiePlatformerStealthThe PC Gaming Weekspot

The tree is in the attic, there isn’t a scrap of chocolate left in the house, and those that took annual leave at the start of the year — the people we were all jealous of — are now back. 2021 is well and truly underway.

Well, sort of.

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The Weekspot podcast: games of 2021https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-games-of-2021Colm AhernTue, 05 Jan 2021 18:00:24 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-games-of-2021FeaturePodcastBlockbusterAmong UsIndieGears 5The PC Gaming Weekspot

Regularly your recap of the last seven days in PC video gaming, this week's show is a little different as you'll hear us mainly chatting about all of the lovely video games we'll be getting our hands on over the course of the next twelve months.

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The Weekspot podcast: The Spotty Awards 2020https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-the-spotty-awards-2020Colm AhernTue, 22 Dec 2020 18:00:13 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-the-spotty-awards-2020FeaturePodcastBlockbusterIndieThe PC Gaming Weekspot

I'm pretty confident that all developers that released a game in 2020 would see that as their proudest moment. Just launching a video game during a pandemic is an incredible achievement.

However, the second proudest moment for them, of course, is being recognised at the most flash and prestigious video games awards ceremony of the year: The Spotty Awards!

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The Weekspot Podcast: Cyberpunk 2077 reviewed and The Game Awards 2020 recappedhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-cyberpunk-2077-reviewed-and-the-game-awards-2020-recappedColm AhernTue, 15 Dec 2020 18:00:59 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-weekspot-podcast-cyberpunk-2077-reviewed-and-the-game-awards-2020-recappedShooterFeaturePodcastBlockbusterRPGThe PC Gaming WeekspotCyberpunk 2077Action Adventure

I get it. Every article, podcast and video revolves around one topic and you're almost at breaking point. But... if you're not there yet, then listen to this episode of The PC Gaming Weekspot! The Big Game is indeed a big game, so there's a lot to say about Cyberpunk 2077.

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The Weekspot Podcast: We cast the Metal Gear Solid movie and chat Life is Strange devs' latesthttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-we-cast-the-metal-gear-solid-movie-and-chat-life-is-strange-devs-latestColm AhernTue, 08 Dec 2020 18:00:41 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/the-pc-gaming-weekspot-podcast-we-cast-the-metal-gear-solid-movie-and-chat-life-is-strange-devs-latestFeaturePodcastBlockbusterTwin MirrorIndieUnto The EndEl HijoThe PC Gaming Weekspot

As you found out last week, we here at Rock Paper Shotgun have launched the RPS Podcast Network (two podcasts definitely means we have a network now). While the Electronic Wireless Show offers you some wonderful takes and japes that centre on one particular topic in video games, The PC Gaming Weekspot is your recap of the last seven days in PC gaming.

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Mystery Steam Reviews is going to make you hungry this weekhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/mystery-steam-reviews-is-going-to-make-you-hungry-this-weekColm AhernFri, 04 Dec 2020 16:30:11 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/mystery-steam-reviews-is-going-to-make-you-hungry-this-weekFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

While most of us on this side of the world will be waiting a few weeks to crack open the boxes of biscuits, our American cousins had their big food day last week.

So, in tribute to The Land Of The Full and their recent holiday, we’ve made ourselves both very hungry and awfully thirsty by focusing on games that involve food and drink for this week’s Mystery Steam Reviews.

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We've launched a new gaming podcast, so smash that subscribe buttonhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/weve-launched-a-new-gaming-podcast-so-smash-that-subscribe-buttonColm AhernFri, 04 Dec 2020 14:00:31 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/weve-launched-a-new-gaming-podcast-so-smash-that-subscribe-buttonFeaturePodcastBlockbusterIndieThe PC Gaming Weekspot

After compiling the data and crunching the numbers, we've discovered that people who play video games also enjoy podcasts. To be fair, we've known that you'll take time out of your week to listen to one video game podcast for a while, but it turns out you've got a hankering for even more video game-related audio.

And we're more than happy to chat absolute wallop on mic for your listening pleasure, dear reader.

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Mystery Steam Reviews is all PlayStation and Xbox this weekhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/mystery-steam-reviews-is-all-playstation-and-xbox-this-weekColm AhernFri, 27 Nov 2020 12:00:09 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/mystery-steam-reviews-is-all-playstation-and-xbox-this-weekFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

In the past couple of weeks, the internet has been full of Smart Delivery-this and DualSense-that. No one can escape the buzz surrounding the launch of the two new video game boxes.

That's why this week's Mystery Steam Reviews — a quiz segment on a weekly video podcast called The PC Gaming Weekspot — revolves around all things PlayStation and Xbox.

If you can't beat 'em, join 'em!

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This week's Mystery Steam Reviews is about games that look old, but are newhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-weeks-mystery-steam-reviews-is-about-games-that-look-old-but-are-newColm AhernFri, 20 Nov 2020 14:00:39 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-weeks-mystery-steam-reviews-is-about-games-that-look-old-but-are-newFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

Firstly, you'll be glad to hear that everyone stuck to the brief this week. Not a single international incident. Purely because of that, this one is a success in my eyes.

And B, this week's Mystery Steam Reviews focuses on video games that look older than they are. It's faux-retro video games! In other words, fairly modern games that use a pixelated art style.

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Video: Mystery Steam Reviews - Britain gets controversialhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/video-mystery-steam-reviews-britain-gets-controversialColm AhernFri, 13 Nov 2020 13:30:02 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/video-mystery-steam-reviews-britain-gets-controversialFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

The quiz segment of The PC Gaming Weekspot regularly brings about some heated discussion. But, more often than not, both myself and Matthew know that it's all in the spirit of competition. When all is said and done, there's still a level of respect there.

This week's Mystery Steam Reviews is different. I knew focusing on games set in Britain could bring some controversy, but I genuinely wasn't expecting what happened.

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Video: Mystery Steam Reviews, but scary because Resident Evil has given birthhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/video-mystery-steam-reviews-but-scary-because-resident-evil-has-given-birthColm AhernThu, 05 Nov 2020 15:30:23 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/video-mystery-steam-reviews-but-scary-because-resident-evil-has-given-birthFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaHorrorThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

Let's just pretend that Halloween is this weekend and we were very timely when choosing the theme for this week's Mystery Steam Reviews, okay?

Okay...

GHOSTS! GOBLINS! SCARY THINGS! Yes, because it's that time of the year again, we decided to test each other's horror game knowledge (via Steam reviews) on this week's episode of The PC Gaming Weekspot.

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Mystery Steam Reviews has pirates, parents and meltdowns, as we go underwaterhttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/steam-review-quiz-11Colm AhernThu, 29 Oct 2020 13:30:45 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/steam-review-quiz-11FeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

The PC Gaming Weekspot has everything you could ever want from a weekly video podcast about PC gaming. We chat all the latest news, we review the newest games, and we get cross with one another while we try to guess video games from just their Steam reviews.

This week is an emotional rollercoaster.

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U.S. presidents and Far Cry 3 monologues feature in this week's Mystery Steam Reviewshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/u-s-presidents-and-far-cry-3-monologues-feature-in-this-weeks-mystery-steam-reviewsColm AhernWed, 21 Oct 2020 13:00:31 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/u-s-presidents-and-far-cry-3-monologues-feature-in-this-weeks-mystery-steam-reviewsFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

The PC Gaming Weekspot is a good way to spend around two hours on a Monday evening. We go through all the big news in PC games, we chat about the new games we've been playing over the last seven days... and we also get furious with one another during the quiz segment.

Fun times!

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This week's Mystery Steam Reviews is all coffin sex and shovelshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-weeks-mystery-steam-reviews-is-all-coffin-sex-and-shovelsColm AhernWed, 14 Oct 2020 14:45:44 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/this-weeks-mystery-steam-reviews-is-all-coffin-sex-and-shovelsFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

Every Monday evening, my pal and I get cross with one another for around three quarters of an hour. Things are mostly cordial, light-hearted and fun during The PC Gaming Weekspot (our live, weekly video podcast), but Mystery Steam Reviews just brings out the worst in us.

Still... it's good craic.

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Parkour, zombies, and skeletons with breasts: it must be Mystery Steam Reviewshttps://www.rockpapershotgun.com/parkour-zombies-and-skeletons-with-breasts-it-must-be-mystery-steam-reviewsColm AhernFri, 09 Oct 2020 14:01:32 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/parkour-zombies-and-skeletons-with-breasts-it-must-be-mystery-steam-reviewsFeatureBlockbusterVideoIndieQuiz/TriviaThe PC Gaming WeekspotSteam

For those that don't know, The PC Gaming Weekspot is a live, weekly video podcast that myself and my former VidBud Matthew Castle do every Monday evening over on the Rock Paper Shotgun YouTube channel. It's a recap of the last seven days in PC gaming, with chat on the latest news, as well as some reviews on the latest games. But there's one segment we do during The Weekspot that's grown into a monster. A monster that I think you'd like, which is why I want to share it with you.

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Chew over the most important PC gaming news of the week, live now!https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/chew-over-the-most-important-pc-gaming-news-of-the-week-live-nowAlice BellMon, 17 Aug 2020 17:01:11 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/chew-over-the-most-important-pc-gaming-news-of-the-week-live-nowMarvel's AvengersFeatureBlockbusterVideoThe PC Gaming WeekspotFortniteEpic GamesHalo InfiniteThe RPS Vidbuds

The PC Gaming Weekspot, RPS' weekly look at PC games news, returns this very night (right now, in fact, 6pm BST) for the RPS VidBuds to entertain you live and on your screens. This week Colm and Matthew will be taking a look at the Halo Infinite delay announced last week, new details on Dead Space developer Visceral Games' cancelled Star Wars game, Epic Games taking on Apple and Google over Fortnite, and more! All with interaction and input from you, the viewer, as you get involved in the chat.

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Join the RPS VidBuds live to chat about all the PC gaming news this week!https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/join-the-rps-vidbuds-live-to-chat-about-all-the-pc-gaming-news-this-weekAlice BellMon, 10 Aug 2020 17:00:53 +0000https://www.rockpapershotgun.com/join-the-rps-vidbuds-live-to-chat-about-all-the-pc-gaming-news-this-weekFeatureVideoBlockbusterThe PC Gaming WeekspotThe RPS Vidbuds

Our charming and knowledgeable VidBuds are beaming live, direct to your living room (providing your living room has some way to access YouTube) once again this week, with the second episode of their new regular show, The PC Gaming Weekspot!

Let the lovely lads keep you company while you eat your dinner, as they chew over all the week's most interesting PC gaming news. This time that includes live reactions to any news to come out of Cyberpunk 2077's second Night City Wire (which also aired tonight), Rocksteady's teasing of a new Suicide Squad game, and the Baldur's Gate 3 delay - plus much more! And you can watch it all right here on dear old RPS, right now at 6pm BST!

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