The WillCBlogs Podcast, hosted by Will Cruz, is a show where we chit-chat about games, pop culture, trending news, and much more. Support this podcast: https://www.patreon.com/willcblogs

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In this episode, we delve into the latest developments in the world of gaming and entertainment. First up, we discuss the recent announcement that Microsoft has signed a 10-year contract with Nintendo to bring Xbox games to their consoles. This partnership is a major win for both companies, and has the potential to revolutionize the gaming industry.Next, we turn our attention to the magical world of Harry Potter, where the highly-anticipated game &#39;Hogwarts Legacy&#39; has been making waves. With over 267 million hours played, this game has exceeded fan expectations and surpassed the interest generated by the &#39;Fantastic Beasts&#39; franchise.Join Ben and I as we explore these exciting topics and discuss what they mean for the future of gaming and entertainment.0:00 – 49:26 = Intro to Ben Branscum49:28 – 1:12:25 = Microsoft Brings COD to Switch?1:12:27 – 1:28:24 = Hogwarts Legacy isn&#39;t a fluke.1:28:26 – 1:30:50 = Outro &amp; Follow @BrBranscum43 &amp; @willcblogs twitch.tv/brbranscum43

In Gritty We Trust | Ben Branscum

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In today&#39;s episode, TheOtherFrost &amp; I discuss our views on the Lopez vs Lopez show, and Hogwarts Legacy to see if it&#39;s even possible to separate the art from the artist.Bumper - Trans Lifeline is a non-profit organization that provides support to the transgender community through its crisis hotline services. If you or a loved one are seeking assistance, please visit translifeline.org, or contact 1 (877) 565-8860 to chat with a peer.

Different Sandbox | TheOtherFrost

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Like most users, the verification check means nothing to me. Here are my two cents on the whole Twitter verification/official status.

To be or not to be… verified that is.

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In today&#39;s episode, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/andrewparkermusic/" rel="nofollow">Andrew</a> &amp; I discuss how Cyberpunk 2077 is still financially successful, how EA is terrible due to their push of microtransactions, and building vs buying a computer in the current market. Feel free to stream <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CIBgLPMjnpy/" rel="nofollow">Raised by Tigers</a> latest EP, Let it End, wherever you stream music! <a href="https://www.raisedbytigers.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.raisedbytigers.com/</a> 0:00 – 9:04 = Intro9:39 – 26:41 = Cyberpunk 2077 Still Made Bank26:45 – 42:00 = EA And Their Relationship with Microtransactions42:01 – 1:01:16 = Building a PC vs Buying a Prebuilt in 20211:01:18 – 1:03:40 = Outro

Stick it to the Scalpers  | Andrew Parker

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In today&#39;s episode, I talk about how Microsoft removed a paywall for 50 plus games, Sony’s recent reaction to store closures, and how you should spend your money on games however you please. 0:00 – 1:20 = Intro1:22 – 4:29 = Microsoft Allows Free to Play Games to Be… Free4:30 – 7:39 = Sony Storefront Revision7:40 – 10:49 = Buying Games MSRP (Your Money, Your Choice)10:50 – 11:35 = Outro

Stop Making It Hard to Be a Console Gamer

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In today&#39;s episode,  I discuss the potential Last of Us Controversy, how the Playstation Store Situation isn’t getting better, and what I suspect Nintendo has up their sleeves. 0:00 - 0:45 = Introduction0:50 - 4:44 = The Last of Us Remake Controversy4:45 - 7:48 = The Playstation Store Situation7:50 - 10:56 = Nintendo News (New Switch Lite/Switch Pro Rumors)10:57 - 11:41 = Outro

Fandoms Are a Thing (C'mon Sony)

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In today&#39;s episode, I discuss massive releases coming to streaming services, my feelings on emulation, and why the podcast was on a hiatus. 0:00 - 2:33 Introduction2:33 - 4:42 MLB The Show 21 is Coming to Game Pass4:42 - 7:24 Marvel Avengers, Borderlands 3, The Long Dark Added to PS Now7:24 - 10:34 Emulation Might Be The Way 10:34 - 11:20 Outro

Game Pass VS PS Now VS Emulation?

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This week Amy and I are talking about all the latest casting of the upcoming Borderlands, and Last of Us productions, how profitable January was for next-gen, and why in the hell games cost so much?! 0:00 – 2:34 = Introduction2:36 – 13:18 = Catch up!13:21 – 30:09 = Borderlands/Last of Us Casting30:13 – 45:26 = Switch &amp; PS5 Sales (US)45:31 – 59:16 = Cost of Video Games59:20 – 1:01:20 = Outro

Yeets & Dabs | Amy Campbell

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This week, we’re talking about the recent Wandavision/X-Men cameo, E3 going digital, and Melissa’s struggle with GTA V. 0:00 Intro1:39 Catch up!11:54 Wandavision Breakdown22:07 E3 Goes Digital31:58 Struggles with Older Games42:54 Outro

This week, we’re talking about the recent Wandavision/X-Men cameo, E3 going digital, and Melissa’s struggle with GTA V.

0:00 Intro
1:39 Catch up!
11:54 Wandavision Breakdown
22:07 E3 Goes Digital
31:58 Struggles with Older Games
42:54 Outro

2+2=4 (Unless You're Stupid) | Melissa Allen

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This week we’re talking about Google Stadia pulling the plug on internal studios, the stocks market impact on Gamestop, and Microsoft’s Xbox Live reversal. 0:00 Intro4:06 Catch up!16:07 Google Stadia30:19 Gamestop Stonks43:02 Microsoft Gold Pricing Disaster56:12 Outro

Mr. Stadia to You | Mark Delaney

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This week, I chop it up with Party of Two (Julie &amp; Melissa) as we discuss their history with gaming, music during the pandemic, and how TikTok has impacted the music industry. 0:00 Intro4:30 Catch up!16:50 History with gaming26:12 Animal Crossing34:52 Music during the pandemic45:00 TikTok and how it impacts the industry55:36 Outro

This week, I chop it up with Party of Two (Julie & Melissa) as we discuss their history with gaming, music during the pandemic, and how TikTok has impacted the music industry.


0:00 Intro

4:30 Catch up!

16:50 History with gaming

26:12 Animal Crossing

34:52 Music during the pandemic

45:00 TikTok and how it impacts the industry

55:36 Outro

Whoomp! (There It Is) | Party of Two

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This week Mike and I discuss Fall Guys, Chris Evans reentering the MCU, and what are we looking forward to in 2021. 0:00 Introduction2:16 Let&#39;s Catch Up!11:04 Fall Guys NOT coming to Game Pass20:07 Captain America, again?28:42 Hype for anything in 2021?39:10 Outro Me:<a href="https://twitter.com/willcblogs?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="nofollow">Twitter</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr-vUmEmiYT2mR_WDYZKQQ" rel="nofollow">YouTube</a><a href="https://willcblogs.wordpress.com/" rel="nofollow">Blog</a> Mike:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFBcPoeHri4Syb0q4Rvyt_w" rel="nofollow">GGMIKEG</a><a href="https://twitter.com/_ggmikeg" rel="nofollow">@_ggmikeg</a>

The Struggle is Like the Hustle | GGMIKEG

The WillCBlogs Podcast, hosted by Will Cruz, is a show where we chit-chat about games, pop culture, trending news, and much more. Support this podcast: <a href="https://anchor.fm/roberto-william-cruz/support" rel="payment">https://anchor.fm/roberto-william-cruz/support</a>