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Podcast Beyond - IGN's PlayStation Show podcast

Podcast Beyond - IGN's PlayStation Show

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  IGN Staff  

Beyond is IGN’s flagship PlayStation show, the place where we break down all the latest Sony news and announcements, share our impressions on what we’re playing - new and old - but most importantly, celebrate the fun and camaraderie of gaming.

Beyond is IGN’s flagship PlayStation show, the place where we break down all the latest Sony news and announcements, share our impressions on what we’re playing - new and old - but most importantly, celebrate the fun and camaraderie of gaming.

 

#693

We Played Spider-Man 2: Hands-On First Impressions - Beyond 816

Insomniac’s Spider-Man 2 preview took place recently, and we jump in and break down Spider-Man gameplay, combat, city traversal and more. Akeem and our guest, IGN’s very own Benjamin Watts, share their Spider-Man 2 first impressions, what it’s like controlling the symbiote and utilizing Miles’ venom blasts and new abilities. We dive into what we could possibly expect next from #PlayStation; will we get another State of Play this year? What’s next for the #PS5? Max shares his experience with Baldur’s Gate 3, as he shares his romantic co-op experience with his wife. Baldur’s Date, anyone? Ben goes head first into Mortal Kombat One, some PlayStation Portal talk, and so much more this episode of BEYOND!   ... Read more

19 Sep 2023

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:00

19 Sep 2023


#692

State of Play Recap: Spider-Man 2, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, & Resident Evil 4 - Beyond Bonus Episode

The State of Play had a number of new trailers starring some familiar upcoming games and the Podcast Beyond crew dives in! Foamstars continues to be something that looks better and better the more we see of it, and Spider-Man 2 has us more hyped than ever! Plus, we have so much to say about the new trailers for Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth and Resident Evil 4 Remake DLC. What was your favorite game of the show?   ... Read more

14 Sep 2023

29 MINS

29:35

14 Sep 2023


#691

Lies of P Review Discussion - Beyond 815

It's no secret that Lies of P has a lot of  FromSoftware DNA, specifically that of the beloved PlayStation-exclusive Bloodborne. This week Beyond's resident Bloodborne fanboys Max Scoville and Brian Altano are joined by Travis "Tie Guy" Northup, who reviewed the new Pinocchio-inspired action-RPG for IGN, and they break down what this game gets right (a lot) and what it does differently from the gothic horror soulsborne classic. We dive into the gameplay, boss fights, systems, weapon customization and general lore, keeping things spoiler-free. ... Read more

13 Sep 2023

1 HR 15 MINS

1:15:56

13 Sep 2023


#690

Is The PS+ Subscription Hike a Certified Negative for PS5 Owners? - Beyond 814

In this episode of Podcast Beyond, brace yourselves, PlayStation Plus subscribers, because a price hike is on the horizon! Is there any silver lining in these cost adjustments, or are we in for the same old story with this month's "free" games? And since we're talking about big numbers, what's up with treating yourself to 19 inches of Venom?  Also, Jada brings back exciting tidbits from PAX! From the gripping fun of 30XX to the timelessly fantastic Prince of Persia, and the engaging Dragon Quest: Adventures of Dai - we’re covering it all. But wait, Foamstars might just be the unexpected gem of the show??? Let's dive in with your host Max Scoville and show regulars Jada Griffin, Brian Altano, and Akeem Lawanson!  ... Read more

05 Sep 2023

52 MINS

52:00

05 Sep 2023


#689

gamescom 2023 Was Great, But Where Was Sony? - Beyond 813

In a very special post-gamescom 2023 episode of Beyond, we discuss some of the coolest games (and other stuff) we saw at the world’s largest gaming convention. While we were very happy to get new details on games like Little Nightmares 3, Neill Blomkamp’s Off The Grid, Wayfinder, Where Winds Meet, The Thaumaturge and Cyberpunk 2077's upcoming 2.0 update and Phantom Liberty expansion, PlayStation’s absence was extremely noticeable. Xbox had an awesome booth showcasing new games, but also giving some love to games that are already out. Nintendo, on the other hand, had literally nothing new to show, but still gave fans a place to congregate and get hands-on, take pictures, and generally have a good time.  If Sony had nothing to show, this might make sense, but not only is Spider-Man 2 out next month, while gamescom was taking place, the Project Q was given an official price and title in a blog post. This week’s episode features Max Scoville and Brian Altano, as well as their dear friends Stella Chung and Seth Macy, who you can catch regularly on IGN’s Xbox and Nintendo shows, Podcast Unlocked and Nintendo Voice Chat. This week’s episode description was written 36,000 feet above Canada on very slow $27 wifi.   ... Read more

29 Aug 2023

50 MINS

50:21

29 Aug 2023


#688

The Biggest Announcements and Reveals from gamescom Opening Night Live 2023 - Beyond Bonus Episode

With half the Beyond crew off to gamescom 2023 in Germany, Akeem Lawanson and Jada Griffin hold down the fort with very special guests Kat Bailey and Parris Lilly, talking about the biggest reveals coming out of gamescom Opening Night Live! Join us for some big reveals and deep dive interviews with the devs of Tekken 8, The First Descendant, Warhaven, and reacting to a brand new trailer from Lords of the Fallen! It's an EXTRA long special gamescom bonus episode of Beyond, so you won't wanna miss this! ... Read more

22 Aug 2023

1 HR 43 MINS

1:43:49

22 Aug 2023


#687

Lords of the Fallen: Why We’re Already Falling For This Soulslike - Beyond 812

00:00:10 - Intro & the PS5 Slim Was Leaked?  00:21:10 - We've Played Lords of the Fallen  00:36:18 - What Are the Stupidest Things You've Done in Baldur's Gate 3?  00:50:54 - Mitchell Competed at EVO 2023!  01:02:05 - Gran Turismo Movie Impressions & Outro ... Read more

16 Aug 2023

1 HR 07 MINS

1:07:21

16 Aug 2023


#686

The Red Dead Redemption Re-Release Stings for PlayStation Owners - Beyond 811

Rockstar’s recently announced re-release of Red Dead Redemption has a lot of fans feeling seriously disappointed, with good reason. Some of the backlash is a result of high expectations, but this latest port doesn’t do Rockstar’s legacy justice. That said, what other older Rockstar games need to be playable on modern consoles while we’re waiting around for GTA 6? Max, Jada and special guest MrMidasGames share their picks. In other news, Baldur’s Gate III is shaping up to be one of the densest RPGs in ages, and its deep systems might be a bit daunting to newcomers unfamiliar with D&D rules. Despite so many traditionally turn-based games making the shift to real time combat, we’re happy Larian Studios didn’t try to reinvent the wheel (or the D20) for this long-anticipated sequel. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge was a fitting successor to the original TMNT Arcade Game, so we wax nostalgic about which beloved 80s and 90s cartoons are deserving of modern throwback video games. Plus, some amusing features have been introduced in the PS5’s latest update beta, and a discussion of usefulness of the Sony’s upcoming cloud handheld slash glorified controller, the Project Q. ... Read more

08 Aug 2023

52 MINS

52:00

08 Aug 2023


#685

Twisted Metal is More Proof Games Make Better Shows Than Movies - Beyond 810

00;01;03;29 Twisted Metal 00;19;25;15 Lords of the Fallen 00;30;06;17 Remnant II 00;47;30;06 All Hail Glorbo 00;53;21;25 More News 01;04;21;14 Capcom stuff 01;13;51;00 Outro ... Read more

02 Aug 2023

1 HR 18 MINS

1:18:20

02 Aug 2023


#684

The Best Highlights from San Diego ComicCon 2023! - Beyond 809

Get ready for a supercharged San Diego Comic-Con edition of IGN's Beyond! Join us, Max Scoville, along with Brian Altano, Akeem Lawanson, and the awesome Lisa Wallen - a stand-up comedian, Twitch streamer, and fellow weeb! We learned more about Spider-Man 2, Venom, and touch on fan-buzz regarding reused animations in the game. Then, we'll jump to the galaxy far, far away with Star Wars Outlaws - exciting new updates await! We also take a trip to Sand Land and discuss Mortal Kombat 1's Bad Superhero DLC, including Homelander, Peacemaker, and Omni-Man. We've got al our favorite highlights wrapped up in this episode, so you don't wanna miss this!   00:00:10 - Intro & New Updates on Spider-Man 2 + Venom! 00:10:23 - Star Wars: Outlaws is an Open World Game 00:19:43 - Akeem Played Sand Land! 00:29:58 - Mortal Kombat 1 Revealed Their Bad Superheroes DLC 00:40:04 - Our SDCC Highlights & Outro ... Read more

25 Jul 2023

52 MINS

52:00

25 Jul 2023


#683

Star Wars Jedi: Survivor Break Down with Stig Asmussen - Beyond 804 Redux

We're busy with SDCC this week, so we wanted to resurface this deep dive look at Star Wars Jedi: Survivor with game director Stig Asmussen. With everything from why we couldn't change Cal's hair color to the crazy [REDACTED] with [REDACTED], there's a lot of surprising new info we have in store for you! Join Max Scoville, Jada Griffin, and Josh Du as they dig into what made Star Wars Jedi: survivor such a hit with its audience.  ... Read more

18 Jul 2023

52 MINS

52:44

18 Jul 2023


#682

Will EA's Black Panther Just Be Another Superhero Game? - Beyond 808

In this week's show, we'll dive into EA's highly anticipated Black Panther game and explore its potential to stand out among other superhero games. We'll also discuss future Marvel games, sharing our wishlist and realistic expectations for characters like Blade, Ghost Rider, and the Fantastic 4. But that's not all! We'll delve into the delightfully weird Baldur's Gate 3, a game that captures the comedic essence of Dungeons & Dragons. We'll also take a look at "The Last Hope - Dead Zone Survival," a hilarious ripoff that puts a unique spin on "The Last of Us" on Switch.  00:00:10 - Intro & Video Game of the Year w/ Jordan Minor 00:11:02 - EA Announces a New Black Panther Game 00:19:18 - What Will the Next Marvel Game Look Like? 00:28:00 - Baldur's Gate III Lets You Seduce Bears 00:40:38 - The Story Behind Street Shark's Mandella Effect 00:44:48 - "The Last Hope" is "The Last of Us at Home" & Outro ... Read more

11 Jul 2023

52 MINS

52:00

11 Jul 2023


#681

Will Final Fantasy XVI Attract a New Generation of Fans? - Beyond 807

Jump into the world of Final Fantasy XVI with us as we pull back the curtain on what makes this game tick. From the insane boss battles to the incredibly well-realized characters and their relationships that, believe it or not, pack more punch than the actual story – we've got the scoop. And hey, if you're new to Final Fantasy or character action games, FF16 might just be your perfect starting point. It's accessible without being too hand-holdy for the seasoned players. Ever wondered if Final Fantasy XVI could bring in a new wave of fans? Or if it’s the most on-point Final Fantasy we've seen in over a decade? We sure did. After all, it's been a wild ride with the FF series, from the mixed bag that was FFXIII, the near-miss cancellation of FF14, to FF15's incomplete run, and the long wait for the rest of the FF7 Remake. But FF16? It's been different, in a good way – announced with the PS5, steady updates, and a launch just under 3 years later that's been met with a whole lot of love from fans and critics alike. But that's not all. We've got some juicy PlayStation gossip fresh from the Xbox Activision trial, and a rundown of 2023's best games so far (yes, "Final Fantasy XVI" makes the cut). So grab your controller, and let's dive in! ... Read more

27 Jun 2023

52 MINS

52:00

27 Jun 2023