In this episode of M2 Podcast, we dive into the biggest reveals and moments from The Game Awards 2024. From Naughty Dog's cosmic adventure Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet to the highly anticipated The Witcher 4, we break down the latest game announcements. Capcom delights fans with the return of Okami and Onimusha, while FromSoftware unveils a co-op Elden Ring spin-off. We discuss the big winners, including Astro Bot, which claimed Game of the Year alongside three other awards, and Balatro, a breakout indie hit with multiple accolades. Tune in as we analyze the trends, dissect the top categories, and share our thoughts on what's next for the gaming industry!

0:00 Intro

1:15 Updates

14:46 The Game Awards 2024: Everything Announced https://tinyurl.com/4kpyhkfm

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15:57 Ninja Gaiden Ragebound

17:29 One Move Away

18:57 Slay the Spire 2

19:47 Dave the Diver in the Jungle

21:04 Thick as Thieves

24:00 Shadow Labyrinth (Pac Man)

26:11 Rematch

28:09 Main Show29:33 Witcher 4

33:35 Elden Ring Nightrein

36:21 FF7 PC announcement

37:57 Catly

39:11 Untitled project from Gen Design (Ico, Shadow of the Colossus, The Last Guardian)

42:13 The Outer Worlds 2

45:27 Split Fiction

50:51 Fragpunk

51:49 Game Changers Award: Amir Satvat

54:58 Borderlands 4

57:55 Tekken 8 Clive Rosfield announcement

58:42 SplitGate 2

01:01:42 Arcane Music

01:05:07 irtua Fighter

01:06:04 Project Century

01:07:31 Turok Origins

01:10:00 Palworld Feybreak

01:12:50 Onimusha: Way of the Sword

01:13:27 Fortnite: Ballistic early access announcement

01:16:42 Last of Us Part 2 Remastered PC announcement

01:18:16 Sonic Racing Crossworlds

01:19:30 Mafia: The Old Country

01:22:53 Dispatch

01:25:28 Okami Sequel

01:26:32 Intergalactic: The Heretic Prophet

01:34:54 The Game Awards 2024 Winners: The Full List https://tinyurl.com/y8jjsdwr

01:47:19 Game of the Year: Astro Bot

01:52:01 Recap and Thoughts

01:56:50 Outro

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In this episode, we dive into PTW's new studio in Charleston, South Carolina, set to revolutionize QA testing, and analyze predictions of Ubisoft's potential privatization amidst its ongoing struggles. We explore Capcom's innovative game development competition using the RE Engine, discuss a study linking gaming to improved cognitive abilities in children, and highlight Utah's booming $2 billion video game industry, fueled by the University of Utah's cutting-edge program. Join us for a detailed look at these pivotal developments shaping the gaming world.

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1:33 Updates

12.50 PTW opens new studio in South Carolina https://tinyurl.com/yc4ythn3

20:47 Analyst Predicts Massive Changes for Ubisoft https://tinyurl.com/fs8ht4tb

31:14 Capcom competition using RE Engine https://tinyurl.com/3e9tbd8p

41:27 Video Games on Kids' IQ https://tinyurl.com/c92ueh6n

1:00:24 Utah University $2 billion video game industry https://tinyurl.com/ysdtvr2t

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In this episode, we delve into the latest developments shaking up the gaming world. Intel steps up with its budget-friendly Arc B580 and B570 GPUs, challenging Nvidia and AMD on performance per dollar. Ubisoft pulls the plug on XDefiant, refunding players as the once-promising shooter faces an abrupt end. We explore Codecks' €1 million funding boost to expand its project management tool for game developers. Plus, 8BitDo's nostalgic new Xbox-inspired mechanical keyboard with RGB backlighting, and STALKER 2's heartfelt response to its buggy yet soulful launch. A must-listen for gamers and industry enthusiasts!

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17:42 Intel announces ‘Battlemage’ graphics cards https://tinyurl.com/52y5t9v8

36:15 XDefiant is shutting down https://tinyurl.com/3v36xnth

49:03 Codecks gets €1 million in funding https://tinyurl.com/mu8k45uu

54:38 8BitDo Xbox version mechanical keyboard https://tinyurl.com/4w654b37

1:13:07 STALKER 2 dev gets real about game bugs https://tinyurl.com/53hffa38

1:22:38 December 2024 Games

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