The Computer Game Show

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The Computer Game Show is a weekly podcast about computer games, hosted by David Turner, Sean Bell, Mat Murray and James Farley.

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Jun 28, 2023 · 2 hr 18 min
357: Keighley’s Creeping In
This week we have @elliegibson on the show! This week: Microsoft’s raising prices for Series X and Game Pass, Perfect is about a thousand years away, Meta’s doing a game subscription, E3 2024 and 2025 definitely haven’t been cancelled!!!!, another Metal Gear collection has leaked, so so much more. Also: RDR 2 vs Toy Story, what movies could learn from games; what will the next Zelda game be like, favourite family recipes, and more! Games discussed: Street Fighter 6, A Plague Tale: Innocence, Planet of Lana, Bulwark, Generation Zero, Dead Hungry VR, Advance Wars 2. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Jun 21, 2023 · 2 hr 28 min
356: Double-Ended
We’re back! You know, since the last one. This week: Embracer’s closing studios and cancelling games, Xbox One games aren’t happening any longer, Sony knows its strategy is working, and PS5 streaming is coming to PlayStation Plus. Also: 30fps gaming, favourite merch, resurrecting Codemasters games, how to be a dad, being happy, and more! Games discussed: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Street Fighter 6, Jusant, En Garde!, Viewfinder, We Love Katamari, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Final Fantasy XVI. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Jun 14, 2023 · 2 hr 22 min
355: Summer Game Fest 2023
This week, it’s all about Summer Game Fest 2023, including: Summer Games Fest itself! Day of the Devs! Devolver Direct! Xbox Games Showcase! Starfield Direct! The PC Gaming Show! And a bunch more news from this non-E3 week. Also: Wedding advice, favourite zoo animals, and more! Games discussed: Street Fighter 6, Let’s! Revolution!, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Jun 7, 2023 · 2 hr 14 min
354: That’s Where My Brain Goes Work
Meta announces the Quest 3, Apple announces a $3,500 headset, Redfall devs reportedly wanted the game to be scrapped, a 1-2 Switch sequel is here, and Naka’s in the slammer. Also: Things we’re proud of, things we’ve slept in, the next tipping point in games, and more! Games discussed: Street Fighter 6, Yakuza 5, Planet of Lana, We Love Katamari REROLL+ Royal Reverie, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
May 31, 2023 · 2 hr 23 min
353: Gub
On the show this week: everything announced in last week’s PlayStation Showcase, The Last of Us multiplayer game possibly getting delayed, PlayStation’s new cloud plans, and Nintendo hate dolphins. Also: Back Page Pod needs to get in the kitchen, video game soundtracks, gaming hygiene, how to raise a good child and dealing with their horrible germs. Games discussed: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Warhammer 40k: Boltgun, Planet of Lana, Horizon: Call of the Mountain. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
May 24, 2023 · 2 hr 28 min
352: A Sip of Drink
We’re back with more thoughts on Tears of the Kingdom! We also talk about Humanity, tonight’s PlayStation Showcase, timed slices, more Assassin’s Creed games being announced, Mortal Kombat 1, and Jim Ryan on PS VR2 sales. Also: favourite Dr boomstick moments, handheld emulation device recommendations, favourite in-game activities, mental health chat, bad cinema etiquette and more! Games discussed: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Humanity Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
May 17, 2023 · 2 hr 20 min
351: Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom First Impressions
Tears of the Kingdom is finally here, and we’ve got a lot to say. News-wise there’s a lot to talk about, including some Summer Game Fest news, the next big PlayStation Showcase not being far away, Hollow Knight: Silksong’s developer confirms a delay, Nintendo says no new Switch hardware coming this year, and Zelda smashes sales records. Also: Should you wait for the next Nintendo handheld? Have games ever taught us anything practical? Game mechanics becoming standard, stealing ideas, and so much more. Games discussed: The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
May 10, 2023 · 2 hr 27 min
350: Call Me Dad Now
Redfall is out, and Microsoft’s had a stinker of a week, leading Phil Spencer to get out there with some choice comments. We also hear more about PlayStation Studios’ live service games, PixelOpus being shutting down, and some Armoured Core hype. Also: cheerful reimagining of games, disturbing kids behaviour, Anbernic game recommendations and so much more. Games discussed: Redfall, Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
May 3, 2023 · 2 hr 22 min
349: Star Woise
The UK has blocked Microsoft’s Activision Blizzard deal, Vice is shutting down Waypoint, Nintendo is returning to Gamescom, and we’re all playing Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. Also: stream commentaries, bad games forever, rebooting Hugo The Troll and more! Games discussed: Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Apr 26, 2023 · 2 hr 21 min
348: Receipts
Would you believe it; James is back, and all four hosts are on the show at the same time! This week: all the news from Nintendo Indie World, and PlayStation doing more acquiring while PS5 continues to sell rather well. There’s rumours about Hi-Rush’s sales figures, and a potential “mystery sequel” that would take 10 years to make, and Nintendo is making an example out of Bowser. Also: Minecraft Legends, Advance Wars, PARANORMASIGHT, podcast transfers, rage quitting, things that should come back into fashion, and more! Games discussed: Minecraft Legends, Everspace 2, Boomerang Fu, Storyteller, Rocket League, PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, Beyond a Steel Sky, Advance Wars 1+2: Re-Boot Camp. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Apr 19, 2023 · 2 hr 9 min
347: Duke Takes Revenge
David and Mat are back! (But James is sadly away.) This week: Sega buying Rovio(?), Redfall launching at 30fps, that Suicide Squad game is delayed again, and Media Molecule is ending support for Dreams. Also: Good games for couples, bad travel stories, making consoles portable, animals in lifts, and more. Games discussed: Kena: Bridge of Spirits, Storyteller, Ghostwire Tokyo, Everspace 2, Population: One, Resident Evil 4 remake. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Apr 12, 2023 · 2 hr 36 min
346: Elastic Member
With David and Mat on holiday, Sean and James are joined by Sarah Dyer and Sean Labode! This week: Phil Harrison on the move, thoughts on the Super Mario Bros. Movie, Microsoft locking down emulation on Xbox consoles, and is a new PlayStation handheld coming soon? Also: Emergency Alert Systems, big leaps in control systems, products we couldn’t live without, and more! Games discussed: Diablo 2 Remastered, Diablo IV beta, Melvor Idle, Hearthstone, Destiny 2, Meet Your Maker, Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney, Fortnite, Fire Emblem Engage, Tchia, Yakuza 5, Schildmaid MX, Resident Evil 4 Remake. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Apr 5, 2023 · 2 hr 25 min
345: That’s Not A Goomba
This week we’re joined by Inel Tomlinson! Well it’s finally happened. E3 2023 has been officially cancelled, and we’re here to discuss what happens next. Also: new Tears of the Kingdom footage, Nintendo are fixing Joy-Cons forever, the Mario movie is great, the BAFTAs were surprising, and there’s a Sonic the Hedgehog April Fools Game? All that plus the favourite games we’ve never played, public speaking, and future Resi remakes. Games discussed: Tchia, Resident Evil 4, Forza Horizon 5: Rally Adventure, JETT: The Far Shore, Assault Suits Valken: Declassified, Tchia, Crab Champions, Ace Combat 7, Resident Evil 4 Remake, Captain Toad Treasure Tracker, Atelier Ryza 3: Alchemist of the End & the Secret Key, Moss Book 1 & 2. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Mar 29, 2023 · 2 hr 19 min
344: Juicy, Wiggly, Jiggly
This week we’re joined by Iain Lee! While the news is light on action, there’s a lively chat on new PS+ game Tchia, Iain’s played a bunch of old Xbox games, and Mat has final thoughts on PARANORMASIGHT. Also: Xbox launching a mobile store, the Wii U and 3DS eShops closing, AI for NPCs, E3 rip (again), Sonic Origins Plus, and a Super Mario Bros. soap. Games discussed: Tchia, PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, Halo Wars, Sea of Thieves, Civilization 6, Vampire Survivors. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Mar 22, 2023 · 2 hr 14 min
343: Sick of The Crevices
This week: PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, Exoprimal, Resident Evil 4 and more. Also: Destiny players paying tribute to Lance Reddick; Let Me Solo Her; is the Series X worth getting in 2023? Stopping long-term habits, games that deserve a deep dive, save scumming, and living in a world with no Nintendo. Games discussed: PARANORMASIGHT: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo, Walkabout Mini Golf, Exoprimal beta, Metroid Prime, Resident Evil 4 Demo, Animal Crossing New Horizons, PowerWash Sim. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Mar 15, 2023 · 2 hr 2 min
342: My Stupid Eyes
This week: Starfield gets release date, Microsoft is out of E3 but confirms its summer Xbox Games Showcase, Suicide Squad gets another delay, Switch successor queries and Google talks about gaming again. Also: gravy recommendations, first-time podcast appearances, predicting the next zeitgeist, and perfect fry ups. Games discussed: Before Your Eyes, Destiny 2: Lightfall, Walkabout Mini Golf (Upside Town DLC), FEZ, Blade & Sorcery, Resident Evil 4 Remake demo. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Mar 8, 2023 · 2 hr 39 min
341: Retract The Bong
A new Destiny 2 expansion is out, James and Mat have more thoughts on PS VR2, and David’s still enjoying Metroid. News-wise, even the news hound can’t find an interesting story this week between executive shuffles at Square Enix, Meta releasing more headsets, Miyamoto imagining what Nintendo will be like after he’s gone, and Yuji Naka pleading guilty. Also: Should computer games studies courses be a thing? Plus: games we couldn’t finish, best crowds in gaming, Steam Deck 2 wishlist, and more! Games discussed: Destiny 2: Lightfall, Horizon Call of the Mountain, No Man’s Sky, Gran Turismo 7, Drums Rock, Metroid Prime. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Mar 1, 2023 · 2 hr 24 min
340: Gaming’s Opinion
It’s a PS VR2 special, and this week we’re joined by Chris Bratt from People Make Games! There’s an absolute shed-ton of PS VR2 impressions to get through; including the headset, the overall experience, and the games. Games such as Horizon Call of the Mountain, Kayak VR: Mirage, GT7, NMS VR, and more. We also discuss Nintendo not going to E3, new Mario games being worked on, Mikami leaving Tango Gameworks, everything announced at least week’s PlayStation State of Play, The Double Fine doc, the controversy surrounding Atomic Heart, and more. Games discussed: PSVR 2, Horizon Call of the Mountain, Kayak VR: Mirage, Drums Rock, Zombieland: Headshot Fever Reloaded, No Man’s Sky, Resident Evil Village, Gran Turismo 7, Humanity, Atomic Heart, The Pale Beyond, Kirby’s Return to Dreamland Deluxe, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Feb 22, 2023 · 2 hr 19 min
339: Parrying or Thrusting
This week: some news, some games, and a whole lot of insightful and hilarious AI-generated chat! Sega’s giving its staff a 30% pay rise, things aren’t going too well at Blizzard, there’s a new Civ game in development, and LEGO is cracking down on copyright. There’s not an awful lot going on games-wise, but David had thoughts on Metroid Prime Remastered, James has played Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, and Sean is still getting through Marvel’s Midnight Suns. Also: musical tastes revealed, audio pronunciations, gaming documentaries and the end of Marvel Calls. Games discussed: Metroid Prime Remastered, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, Marvel’s Midnight Suns. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong
Feb 15, 2023 · 2 hr 27 min
338: Sonic Is So Cool
There’s a ton of Nintendo news to get through this week, including the Nintendo Direct announcements, the price leaks, and the Switch doing alright in terms of sales figures. There’s also an EA Sports update, a new Double Fine Documentary; and pray for Sean’s Wallet, because there’s an AR Hot Wheels game coming. Game-wise we’ve got Metroid Prime Remastered, David’s first proper thoughts on Hi-Fi Rush, and a few other titles to discuss. Also: charity calendars, celebrity gaming habits, morning alarm ponderings, emotive narratives, embarrassing work stories, and more. Games discussed: Metroid Prime Remastered, Marvel’s Midnight Suns, Hi-Fi Rush, PowerWash Simulator, Pentiment. Contact tcgs.co Contact form Discord Twitter Instagram Facebook Follow @davidturners @CaptainToss @matmurray @jcafarley Watch Twitch YouTube Listen Spotify Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Pocket Casts Overcast acast Stitcher Credits Music by Nick Parton Art by Dave Chong