Guardian Down Cast: A Destiny 2 Podcast
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Oct. 12, 2026
Ads in Our Games? Also, Making Time for Gaming as We Age #377
We examine Xbox’s patent to inject advertisements into games and ask whether this will become the future of gaming. I explain the patent’s ad‑credit concept and consider how it could affect player experience and studio business models. We also discuss how to make time to try and play other games when we have greater responsibilities and less free time. I catch up with my guest co‑host and we share highlights from our recent weeks. We answer questions and feedback from the community and play voic
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Oct. 5, 2026
Bonus Episode: "Hey I Think This Might Be a Thing" #376
I lead with the main point: Arc Raiders will receive a major update on October 8 and a PvE‑only test will run October 13–20. I explain why a dedicated PvE mode could bring many players back and stabilize the game. I say Embark should separate PvE and PvP and add more rewarding projects so players have clear reasons to play. We describe the new map Frozen Trail, new weapons, and quality‑of‑life changes coming in the update. I ask Destiny players if they would return to Arc Raiders if a permanent
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Sept. 28, 2026
We Give Our Take on Destiny Being Brought Back #375
We address Bungie's declaration that Destiny is being resurrected through an unvaulting program that will return legacy campaigns, locations, and raids to Destiny 2. We carefully parse the corporate statements and the insider reporting to separate confirmed returns from speculation, and we emphasize that seasonal content and some live-service systems are explicitly excluded. I and my cohost analyze the announcement in light of Marathon’s current state, staffing constraints, and technical work re
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Sept. 21, 2026
Should Studios Focus on Remakes or New IP? ft BassWindu
We open by examining calls from AI leaders to slow the pace of frontier AI development and the risks they warn about. I am Todd the Gator and my cohost Kingsley Mack gives a detailed update on the latest AI news and what it could mean. We welcome our guest cohost Mr. Basswindu who shares his background and answers our Speedrun questions. For the topic of the week we discuss the rise of game remakes and remasters and whether the industry is choosing safety and nostalgia over new ideas. We finish
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Sept. 14, 2026
This Can't Be the Future of Gaming! #373
We begin with the central issue: Microsoft has imposed strict monthly limits on Xbox cloud streaming, and we examine whether rising hardware costs will force gamers toward streaming-only models or constrain access to playtime. I outline the new tiered caps and express concern that platform holders could control how long people play games they do not own. We survey related industry news, including Sony’s disputed disc phaseout and customer support policy, PlayStation’s separation from Kojima Prod
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Sept. 6, 2026
Destiny 2 Theories & the Illusion of In-Game Control
The crux of this podcast episode revolves around the examination of Destiny 2 spin foil theories and the profound motivations behind our engagement in gaming. We delve into the myriad reasons individuals partake in gaming, with a particular emphasis on the concept of escape from reality. Our discussions challenge the traditional views of gaming as mere entertainment, positing instead that it serves as a refuge where players can exert control and navigate through experiences that often elude them
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