Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 22: Ori and the Will of the Wisps Review, GeForce Now and xCloud, and Star Wars Project Maverick

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 21: GDC 2020 Postponed, Xbox Series X News, and a Dashboard Update: In episode 21 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss the postponement of GDC 2020, the swath of Xbox Series X news announced in Phil Spencer's blog post, and of course listener mail. Enjoy! The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

34 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 15: Cyberpunk & Avengers Delayed, Sony Skips E3, and Xbox Series X: In episode 15 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss the decision by Sony to skip E3 while Microsoft is afforded the luxury of owning a theater on site. Cyberpunk and Marvel's Avengers are both delayed, however this may or may not benefit the dev... by Xbox Expansion Pass

38 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 13: Vince Zampella's Career News and 2010's Xbox Look Back: In episode 13 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Vince Zampella's move to head up DICE LA without leaving his role at Respawn Entertainment, we'll look back at a decade of ups and downs in the 2010's for Xbox, and lastly enjoy some listener m... by Xbox Expansion Pass

41 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 31: Inside Xbox Analysis and Looking Ahead to EA Play: In episode 30 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a critical eye toward the most recent Inside Xbox and analyze what they did successfully and what needs improvement going forward. We'll discuss the difficulties of showcasing next gen software for t... by Xbox Expansion Pass

42 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 19: xCloud to iOS, Samsung Partners with Xbox, and E3 Woes Continue: In episode 19 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll Project xCloud expanding to iOS, Samsung partnering with Xbox to bring gaming to their platforms, and Geoff Keighley bows out of E3 as the ESA woes continue. Those discussions couple with review impres... by Xbox Expansion Pass

37 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 38: Mixer Shuts Down, Halo Infinite Teaser, and Avengers War Table: In episode 38 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at the abrupt shutting down of Microsoft's Mixer streaming service coupled with their closing of retail stores. Halo Infinite teases the return of an imposing foe and Square Enix impressed wit... by Xbox Expansion Pass

36 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 29: Interview with Mike Bithell, Games With Gold Must Go, and May Game Announcements: In episode 29 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Thomas Was Alone creator Mike Bithell about his experiences in creating games, working with voice actors, and the pressures of having consistent success. We’ll examine the recently trademarked X... by Xbox Expansion Pass

74 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 18: Xbox Eyes Google Stadia, Amazon;Dan Houser Departs Rockstar: In episode 18 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Phil Spencer's most recent comments on Google Stadia and Amazon being Xbox's primary competition in the next generation. Dan Houser has left Rockstar, leaving in his wake a talented studio and ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

35 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 33: Interview with Paul Bettner, CEO of Playful Studios, Minecraft Dungeons Review, and Nolan in Fortnite: In episode 33 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Paul Bettner, CEO of Playful Studios whose career has taken him from Age of Empires and Halo Wars through to New Super Lucky’s Tale! There are a few interesting stops along the way such as his w... by Xbox Expansion Pass

85 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 14: Next Gen "Exclusives", Batman Teases, and CES Letdowns: In episode 14 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the meaning of "Exclusives" as Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty inadvertently aroused controversy for how next gen systems will handle their upcoming catalogs. CES 2019 has come and gone with ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

29 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 27 - Xbox In Japan, Inside Xbox Recap, and PS5's DualSense Impact: In episode 27 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the impact of Xbox in Japan as it's been announced that Game Pass is arriving to both Korea and Japan. Inside Xbox "Work From Home" Edition went out this past week and Luke follows suit with a dis... by Xbox Expansion Pass

41 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 60: Performance Issues and Next Gen Honeymoons | Tribalism In Gaming | Observer: System Redux: In episode 60 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the performance issues popping up for the Xbox Series S|X that see the Playstation 5 outperforming its more powerful counterpart. We'll discuss Phil Spencer's latest comments on the tribalism in t... by Xbox Expansion Pass

47 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 30: Interview with Zach Wigal, Founder of Gamer's Outreach; Xbox Game Pass Breaks Records, Summer Game Fest: In episode 30 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Zach Wigal, the founder of the gaming charity Gamer's Outreach on their efforts to bring gaming to children in hospitals. Geoff Keighley has announced Summer Game Fest, of which Microsoft kicks ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

82 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 17: Steel Series PR Manager Christian Cooper and Xbox Sales Ready for Series X: In episode 17 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Christian Cooper, Global Marketing and Communications Manager of Steel Series joins Luke to discuss the how the world of Public Relations have changed with the rise of influencers and esports. Xbox sales hav... by Xbox Expansion Pass

67 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 20: Sony Withdraws from GDC and PAX, Series X Pricing, and Upcoming ID@Xbox Games: In episode 20 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the potential impacts of Sony withdrawing from GDC and PAX due to Coronoavirus. How does this impact the launch of the Xbox Series X and E3 announcements? Following that we note that Gamestop's... by Xbox Expansion Pass

39 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 22: Ori and the Will of the Wisps Review, GeForce Now and xCloud, and Star Wars Project Maverick: In episode 22 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss GeForce Now and it's impact on the market of Project xCloud. Star Wars: Maverick has leaked with speculation running rampant for just what type of title this may be. All this along with a review o... by Xbox Expansion Pass

30 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 12: Game Awards Analytics, Xbox Series X, and Stu Grubbs CEO & Co-Founder of Lightstream Interview: In episode 12 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at viewership analytics from The Game Awards, revisit the naming of the Xbox Series X (along with its impact on xCloud), and highlight January's Games With Gold. In the back half of the show w... by Xbox Expansion Pass

61 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 43: 1 Million Players Grounded | Halo Infinite Multiplayer is Free | Private Division to Publish for Ori Devs: In episode 43 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we continue gauging the response to Halo Infinite’s demo by the gaming community at large, we’ll spotlight the brilliant success of Obsidian's Grounded which made its Game Preview debut to 1 millions players... by Xbox Expansion Pass

44 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 32: Interview with Cissy Jones, Unreal Engine 5 Reveal, and Tony Hawk Remasters: In episode 32 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we absorb the news of Unreal Engine 5, chat Tony Hawk remasters, and speak with renowned voice actor Cissy Jones about her many roles across the gaming industry from the Walking Dead and Firewatch to the upc... by Xbox Expansion Pass

71 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 25: Dead Cells Interview with Steve Filby of Motion Twin on Development and the Impact of Xbox Game Pass and Project xCloud: In episode 25 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Steve Filby, CEO of Evil Empire and Marketing Manager/Producer at Motion Twin joins Luke to discuss the development of Dead Cells, the impact of Xbox Game Pass on their success, and potentials for Project xC... by Xbox Expansion Pass

43 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 57: Mass Effect Legendary Edition | Xbox One Memories | Guest Dealer Gaming: In episode 57 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss standout memories of the Xbox One generation, word of a new Mass Effect, and later in the show we welcome Dealer Gaming, host of Youtube’s largest Xbox specific show RDX to discuss his hands on ti... by Xbox Expansion Pass

87 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 45: Interview with IGN's Ryan McCaffrey | Halo Infinite Delayed to 2021 | Epic Battles Apple: In episode 45 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome IGN Executive Editor Ryan McCaffrey to the show to look back on his nearly two decades covering Xbox from OXM to IGN. We'll evaluate the absolute magnitude of Microsoft’s decision to delay Halo In... by Xbox Expansion Pass

102 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 35: Interview with Tatiana Delgado (Director - Call of the Sea), Industry Responses to Black Lives Matter Movement, and Minecraft Dungeons: In episode 35 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Tatiana Delgado, founder of Out of the Blue Games and Director of the upcoming Xbox One and Series X title Call of the Sea. We’ll discuss the vast importance of Black Lives Matter movement in ga... by Xbox Expansion Pass

53 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 23: E3 Cancelled, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Caustic Reality Developer Interview: In episode 23 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the short and long term ramifications of E3's cancellation and how COVID-19 may be impacting the gaming industry from developers working remotely to manufacturing. Call of Duty dropped two new ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

61 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 16: Interview with Steven Spohn of Able Gamers, Ninja Theory's Project Mara, and Journey to the Savage Planet: In episode 16 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Luke is joined by Steven Spohn, the COO of Able Gamers to discuss what it is Able Gamers does in its work of bringing games to those with physical or cognitive disabilities. Ninja Theory's new Project Mara a... by Xbox Expansion Pass

56 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 34: Interview Jeremy Gritton, Art and Story Lead - Ori and the Will of the Wisps | Back Compat | Xbox Summer Announcements: In episode 34 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Moon Studios Art Director and Story Lead Jeremy Gritton about his work on Ori and the Will of the Wisps, we’ll examine the value of Backward Compatibility heading into next gen, and look ahead t... by Xbox Expansion Pass

75 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 47: Joseph Staten to 343 and Halo Infinite | Marvel's Avengers Gets Multiple Battle Passes | Call of Duty Pricing Baffles: In episode 46 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the arrival of veteran leadership by Joseph Staten in moving to 343 to aid Halo Infinite’s team. Marvel’s Avengers and Call of Duty pricing structures raise eyebrows heading into premium costs, an... by Xbox Expansion Pass

39 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 51: Microsoft Buys Bethesda - Xbox Exclusivity Debates | Xbox Series S|X Pre-Orders Go Live | Memory Card Cost Is High: In episode 51 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the industry shaking news that Microsoft has purchased Bethesda to bolster Xbox Game Studios from 15 internals studios to an impressive 23. Since then there have been no shortage of conversations ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

42 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 39: Game Prices Rising and Xbox Summer Game Fest Demos: In episode 39 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we examine the current MSRP of video games and their potential to rise in next gen with the news of NBA 2K21 being $10 more expensive for Xbox Series X. Xbox will also be debuting over 60 game demos as part ... by Xbox Expansion Pass

36 min listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 28: Xbox One Hardware News, Jason Schreier Leaves Kotaku, and Master Chief: In episode 28 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we have special guest introduction to the show. Beyond that we examine the Xbox One family of devices moving forward and what their price points will be along with the Cyberpunk 2077 Special Edition Console.... by Xbox Expansion Pass

42 min listen

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Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 22: Ori and the Will of the Wisps Review, GeForce Now and xCloud, and Star Wars Project Maverick

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