The Falcon Show

Has the gaming industry finally learned its lesson? Falcon, Kevin and Erich look at what game trailers actually tell us, Bethesda's long development cycles, and what the future could hold for Arkane and Dishonored. Then it's Sony, Bungie and the live-service chase, followed by the developers getting things right: Konami, Capcom and Remedy. Can smaller budgets, self-publishing and a renewed focus on single-player games point the way forward? Thanks for 17,000 subscribers! What would you want from bonus episodes? Let us know in the comments. Subscribe for new episodes every week! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FalconTheHero Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-falcon-show/id6826881010 Other podcast apps (RSS): https://anchor.fm/s/11808ac64/podcast/rss More about the show: http://thefalconshow.com Chapters: 0:00 Welcome and 17,000 subscribers 3:30 Is the gaming industry learning? 5:20 Elder Scrolls VI and reveal trailers 10:55 GTA VI, Fallout and Obsidian 14:50 Bethesda's development…

For Halloween, Falcon, Kevin and Erich take BioWare to the gaming graveyard. They revisit Baldur's Gate II and Knights of the Old Republic, puzzle over MDK2 and Sonic Chronicles, and listen to that baffling Sonic soundtrack. Then it's on to Mass Effect, Dragon Age's changing identity, Andromeda, Anthem and The Veilguard: what worked, what went wrong, and whether another Mass Effect could recapture the magic. Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/t15xo5dTG4M Subscribe for new episodes every week! Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2eCins0RL88LdfuwJwD1H9 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-falcon-show/id6826881010 Other podcast apps (RSS): https://anchor.fm/s/11808ac64/podcast/rss More about the show: http://thefalconshow.com Chapters 0:00 Halloween in the gaming graveyard 2:08 Remembering BioWare 5:41 First BioWare memories and the Black Isle era 8:28 The unexpected MDK2 detour 10:48 Baldur's Gate II and classic RPGs 13:07 Knights of the Old Republic 14:45 A brief stop at…

Jake Baldino joins the Falcon Show for a Halloween trip through P.T., armed with a supposedly haunted PS4 and absolutely no protection from Lisa. Between looping hallways and jump scares, we revisit Hideo Kojima's playable teaser for Silent Hills, pick apart its lighting and sound design, and trade horror favorites from Silent Hill and Resident Evil to Amnesia: The Bunker. Add spooky movie stories, an absurd final puzzle, and a few deeply questionable escape plans, and you've got a very normal night in a haunted house. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Halloween Intro and Jake Baldino 00:54 The Haunted Console 02:28 P.T.'s Cultural Moment 04:07 Lighting, Sound and the Impossible House 09:16 Bathroom Scares and the Flashlight 13:33 Jake's Halloween Movie Traditions 19:27 The Games That Scared Us Most 28:58 Resident Evil Memories and Jump Scares 35:57 Troll 2 and Halloween Movie Stories 38:48 P.T.'s Final Puzzle 43:40 Lisa Trevor and Resident Evil Remakes 54:57 Debating…

Vibecoding has ushered in a new era of video game mashups. Absurd game combinations that no sane developer would ever approve are now possible, from mixing the shooting mechanics of Max Payne with the open world of GTA to shoving Mario educational games into Bully. Are these bad ideas? Yes. That doesn't make them not fun. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Control Dynamics and Show Intro 00:52 Channel Subscriber Growth 04:31 Combining Game Franchises 11:45 Flying Cars and Technology 21:08 Marvel Wolverine Ideas 34:10 God of War Adaptation 46:44 Listener Requests and Audience Feedback 52:03 Final Game Ideas and Wrap Up

We are determining the scariest game of all time. Who takes the crown of the scariest game ever made. This episode features a head-to-head horror game bracket, starting with rounds between Five Nights At Freddy's and Ruined Nurse. We also break down the tension between P.T. and Resident Evil 2 Remake to see which experience holds up under pressure. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 0:00 A New Era for the Falcon Show 3:16 Scientific Game Ranking Begins 6:10 Alien Isolation vs Resident Evil 7:43 Survival Horny Games Uncovered 11:44 Super Mario 64 vs PT 16:48 Fear vs Outlast 34:59 Dead Space vs Siren 49:06 The Final Showdown

In this episode of the Falcon Show, the hosts check in with listener feedback from previous episodes. They discuss animated clip highlights, old commercial promotional games, and their ongoing pursuit to define the ultimate Perfect Seven video game. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 02:40 Wolverine Episode Comments 04:40 Episode 38 Comments 07:44 Survival Horny Games Comments 09:17 Remedy Rampage Comments 12:51 Metal Gear Solid Episode Comments 15:43 Perfect Sevens Bracket Nominees

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The hosts discuss long-running video game franchises, debating which ones should end, which ones need a major reboot, and which classic series have somehow managed to keep going. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:41 Alone in the Dark 04:00 Call of Duty 24:49 Dead Space 27:50 Turok and Co-op Shooters 35:15 Metal Gear 38:56 Far Cry 48:41 Metroid and Return of Classics 50:18 Halo 01:00:46 Gaming's Longest Running Franchises

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The Gamecross team plays through Control Resonant, exploring its gameplay, story, and world design while discussing the game’s connections to the Remedy connected universe. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Resonance in Games 03:40 Gameplay Overview 08:08 Choosing Weapons 11:23 Central Executive 18:53 Exploring the Map 27:14 Learning Powers 35:05 Boss Fight 47:42 Meeting Emily 59:53 Exploring Control Systems

Falcon and the guys celebrate the legacy of Remedy Entertainment ahead of the release of Control Resonant. They discuss their favorite Remedy moments and memories, dive into the lore of the Remedy Connected Universe, and share their expectations for upcoming titles. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Max Payne and James McCaffrey Impressions 09:18 Remembering Max Payne and the Coining of Bullet Time 17:42 Discussion on Alan Wake and its Long Development 21:13 Revisiting Quantum Break and its TV Show Integration 30:32 Celebrating Control as Remedy's Masterpiece 43:45 Breaking Down Alan Wake 2 and Multimedia Storytelling 47:00 Control Resonant Predictions and Theories

In this episode of the Falcon Show, the hosts are joined by guest Jake Baldino to dive deep into the legendary Metal Gear Solid franchise. They explore what makes Kojima's iconic series so unique, discussing the atmospheric differences between games, controversial story choices, cut content, and beloved mechanics. The crew wraps up the chat with a gauntlet of impossible Metal Gear trivia. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 What Makes Metal Gear Special 04:48 Discussing Metal Gear Solid 1 and 2 06:51 The Impact of Metal Gear Solid 3 11:03 Analyzing Metal Gear Solid 5 and Kojima's Vision 32:36 Looking Back at Metal Gear Solid 4 40:39 The Impossible Metal Gear Trivia Quiz 58:51 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up

In this episode of The Falcon Show, we dive back into their "Perfect Sevens" series to debate video games suggested by viewer comments. They break down the specific criteria that define a "Perfect Seven" game—such as unique identity, limited scope, and scrappiness—while sorting community picks like Fallout 4, Army of Two, Bulletstorm, and The Matrix: Path of Neo into their official tier list. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Defining the Perfect Seven Criteria 02:58 Fallout 4 Debate 08:23 Army of Two Series 09:74 Bulletstorm and Darksiders 2 11:00 The Warriors and Oddworld: Stranger's Wrath 12:85 Ace Combat: Assault Horizon 14:48 Singularity and Mafia 3 16:69 Shinobi PS2 and Arcanum 19:34 The Matrix: Path of Neo 22:48 Community Call to Action

We're revisiting old video game reviews from past magazines and outlets to explore how gaming journalism has always had extreme takes and promotional hype. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 The Falcon Show 04:29 Castlevania Symphony of the Night 14:00 Edge Magazine Doom Review 25:05 Bubsy 3D Review 39:35 Sonic 2006 Review 01:00:36 Modern Accountability in Media 01:11:08 Website Announcement and Outro

The guys dive into the concept of "Perfect 7s"—mid-tier video games with limited scope or a bit of jank that manage to outshine higher-rated titles. They rank and debate classics like Red Faction Guerrilla, Doom 3, Mad Max, Fallout: New Vegas, Sleeping Dogs, and more to determine which ones fit the ultimate 7/10 mold. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:11 Red Faction Guerrilla 02:20 Doom 3 03:39 Mad Max 05:27 Fallout New Vegas 07:44 Sleeping Dogs 08:34 Kane and Lynch 11:34 X-Men Origins Wolverine 12:04 Lightning Round

Let's discuss video game trailers, focusing on what makes a trailer good or memorable versus those that fall flat or completely miss the mark. They react to and analyze several infamously bad and bizarre game trailers, including Dead Island, Dungeons & Dragons: Dark Alliance, Duke Nukem Trilogy, Mighty No. 9, Crash Bandicoot 2, and NightCry. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:51 Dead Island Trailer Review 05:40 Dungeons & Dragons Dark Alliance Trailer Review 24:49 Duke Nukem Trilogy Trailer Review 34:41 Mighty No 9 Trailer Review 44:14 Crash Bandicoot 2 Trailer Review 52:03 NightCry Trailer Review

Jake Baldino joins Falcon, Kevin, and Eric on the Falcon Show podcast to discuss gaming content creation, their philosophy behind game reviews and the Before You Buy format, community feedback, and upcoming game releases. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:39 Fan Misconceptions and Voice Recognition 07:58 Content Creation Realities and Voiceover Authenticity 15:06 Review Hot Takes and Fan Backlash 22:36 The Philosophy of Before You Buy Game Reviews 33:07 Gaming Industry Layoffs and Developer Knowledge Retention 48:46 Hopes and Expectations for Upcoming Games 59:51 Speculating on the Ocarina of Time Remake 01:09:05 Obscure Games and Skateboarding Titles

The hosts dive into the death of physical media, Sony and Microsoft's questionable business decisions, and why the traditional model of making games still works for companies like Capcom. They also discuss Steam, the latest game sales, and odd indie titles. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:58 The Shift Away From Physical Media 05:32 Casual Gamers and Market Realities 09:27 Digital Ownership and Closed Systems 14:38 Sony, Microsoft, and Industry Decisions 22:54 Capcom and Smart Business Models 27:58 Valve, Steam DRM, and Digital Archives 32:44 Steam Sale Purchases and Recommendations 39:41 Radical Heights and Failed Trends 52:43 Weird Steam Games and Final Thoughts

The Falcon Show team responds to viewer comments on YouTube and discusses games, bad adaptations, and pop culture. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Resident Evil and Gungans 03:34 Reading YouTube Comments 11:30 Crimson Desert and Black Ops 7 16:12 Monster Rancher and Anime Adaptations 25:52 Star Trek, Star Wars, and Yoda 34:34 Waiting for Game Sales 49:25 Pitching Game Adaptations 59:40 Metal Gear Solid Disney Parody

Falcon, Kevin, and Erich explore and comment on their burgeoning genre of "survival horny" games on Steam, evaluating titles that blend classic survival horror mechanics with provocative character designs and themes. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 02:37 Tormented Souls 2 20:06 Fear of Hot Water Ghosts 32:00 Killing Antidote 43:16 Ruined Nurse 01:07:34 Wicked Seed

Falcon, Kevin, and Erich pick the best and worst games of 2026 so far, revisit their favorite Gameranx moments, and make predictions that spiral into Todd Howard conspiracy theories. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 0:00 Code Violet and Code Vein 2 8:15 Our Best Games of 2026 So Far 13:45 The Worst Games and Biggest Disappointments 22:24 1666 Amsterdam and Remothered Madness 27:48 Our Favorite Gameranx Videos 37:12 Games So Bad They’re Hilarious 41:11 Perfect Sevens and Favorite Falcon Show Episodes 49:31 Predicting Game of the Year 54:05 Wild Predictions for the Rest of 2026 59:20 MindsEye and the Todd Howard Conspiracy

In this episode of the Falcon Show, the crew dives into a deep discussion on 007 First Light. They break down what makes IO Interactive's approach to the James Bond franchise so special, comparing its gameplay mechanics, tone, and writing to other stealth and action classics. They also discuss its surprisingly optimistic narrative style, compare it against other games in the Bond series, and share a few bizarre real-world filmmaking stories along the way. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:16 Is 007 First Light Sexy Enough 05:51 Mechanics and Gameplay Comparisons 08:34 Writing and the Bluff Skill 12:33 Mission Design and Sequence Breaking 17:42 Story Exposition and AI Plot 25:54 Sales Success and Game of the Year Discussion 32:33 Celebrities and Characters in 007 First Light 38:35 The Training Montage 43:26 Rating the Worst James Bond Games 53:08 Real Life James Bond Trivia

A dive deep into Bubsy 4D, the surprisingly decent new entry published by Atari. From analyzing the mechanics and level design to rating classic 90s mascot platformers (like Gex, Bug, and Jazz Jackrabbit), we cover everything Bubsy. Plus, we explore "Post-Bubsy Traumatic Stress Disorder" and read some truly unhinged real reviews from the Atari website. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Mario’s Disgusting Truth 04:47 Bubsy 4D and Atari 07:30 What is Bubsy 11:41 Gameplay and Level Design 17:43 Comparing to Sonic 3D 23:37 Indie Devs Reviving Old IP 27:03 Bubsy 3D Retrospective 32:45 Rating 90s Platformer Mascots 48:00 Post Bubsy Traumatic Stress 58:15 Atari Website Review Reading

This week, Falcon, Eric, and Kevin dive into Subnautica 2 and discuss how it shines in a genre they don't usually enjoy. They also break down live service models, product placement in gaming, disappointing immersive sims, bad adventure game puzzles, and their favorite (and least favorite) entries across various genres. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:21 Subnautica 2 Discussion 04:08 Games We Like in Genres We Dislike 05:40 Live Service Games 07:51 Advertising and Product Placement in Games 10:53 Discussion on Religion in Gaming 12:60 Immersive Sims and Disappointing Titles 14:47 Survival Horror and Tactical Espionage 15:19 Classic Adventure Games and Bad Puzzles 17:23 Star Wars Games Discussion 18:59 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

This week, we explore the darker side of gaming narratives, featuring a deep look at classic titles like Metal Gear Solid. We analyze the storytelling elements behind these iconic games and examine the specific gameplay mechanics that define their most memorable action sequences, like a gaming true crime show, solving gaming mysteries. Whether you are a fan of stealth combat or narrative-driven experiences, this breakdown provides context for the titles that shaped the industry. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 0:00 The Metal Gear Solid Naming Nonsense 1:04 A Very Sick Week 2:23 Agent 64: Spies Never Die 5:06 Motor Slice and the Mega Structure 9:16 The Irony of Lady Steps 11:59 Solving the Gaming Mysteries 14:20 The Bungie Acquisition Mystery 29:02 The Fortnite Kelsier Crossover

In this episode of the podcast, the hosts discuss the true value of "7 out of 10" video games, coining the terms "Perfect Seven" and "Sevensmaxxing" to describe limited-scope, highly focused games that excel at specific mechanics rather than trying to be massive, bloated AAA epics. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com Here is the updated YouTube chapter list formatted to copy and paste directly into your video description: 02:18 What Is a 7 Out of 10 Game 08:23 Batman Arkham Origins Discussion 16:10 Serious Sam and Underrated Series 30:08 Analyzing 7 Out of 10 Metacritic Ratings 36:03 Is Sonic a 7 Out of 10 Franchise 50:18 Coining the Term Perfect Seven 59:15 Defining Seven Maxing

In this episode of the Falcon Show, Falcon, Eric, and Kevin discuss their impressions of Mouse: P.I. For Hire and give a detailed review of Pragmata. They also brainstorm ideas for gaming lists, rank their most frustrating moments in gaming history—such as the Xbox One reveal and the Sonic '06 Mach Speed section—and debate hot takes on various game franchises. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:54 Mouse Private Eye For Hire First Impressions 03:00 Deep Dive into Pragmata 10:15 Brainstorming Fake Video List Ideas 16:13 Ranting About Mario Is Missing 23:08 The Nightmare Mach Speed Section in Sonic 06 27:32 The Disaster of the Xbox One Announcement 37:48 The Frustration of Donkey Kong 64 43:12 Why Resident Evil 6 Quick Time Events Sucked 48:23 Hot Takes on Pokemon and Other Popular Games 53:35 Roblox vs Minecraft and Fortnite Creator Islands 58:56 Strange Developer Fetishes In Gaming

The guys dive deep into the modern video game debate surrounding photorealism versus stylized art. The hosts break down recent indie releases, explore the cost and effort of game development, and analyze notorious examples of the "uncanny valley." Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Star Wars High Ground Debrief 01:25 Photorealism Discussion Begins 02:11 Modern Warfare vs Black Ops 7 04:47 Batman Arkham Knight's Visuals 06:45 Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster 09:21 Medal of Honor War Fighter's Uncanny Valley 11:51 The Real Issue Behind Video Game Graphics 13:42 Old Games vs New Games Perspective

Falcon, Kevin, and Eric dive deep into everything wrong with Starfield. From sterile worldbuilding and missing launch features to dull missions, terrible characters, and the lackluster Terran Armada DLC, the crew breaks down why Bethesda's space RPG falls flat compared to games like Fallout, Mass Effect, and The Outer Worlds. Plus, they pitch ideas for bizarre, unpostable GameRanks lists and try to figure out how Starfield could ever actually be fixed. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:30 Starship Troopers Terran Command 04:20 Pitching Ideas for Unusable Gameranks Lists 08:27 What Bethesda Got Wrong with Starfield 14:41 Narrative and Worldbuilding Comparisons 27:51 Terran Armada DLC and Incursions 31:57 How Could Starfield Be Fixed? 38:37 Character Writing and Humor Failures 48:52 Finding Positive Things to Say 51:57 The Todd Howard Persona and Wrap Up

Falcon, Kevin and Erich do some Pragmata gameplay, analyzing the intense combat sequences and the mysterious atmosphere. We showcase the novel combat mechanics; we really enjoy Pragmata!Subscribe for weekly episodes!More info: http://thefalconshow.com

In this episode of the Falcon Show, the guys read comments from the Crimson Desert video and give their thoughts on Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War, Moonshire, and Mr. Sleepy Man. They also break down recent video game leaks involving Star Fox, Ocarina of Time, Capcom, Resident Evil, and next-gen Xbox and PlayStation hardware, before looking back at some of the dumbest video game leaks in history. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:48 Comments Section 03:00 Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War 03:38 Moonshire Demo 03:73 Mr. Sleepy Man 04:25 Star Fox Leaks & Rumors 05:84 Ocarina of Time Remake Leaks 07:70 Capcom & Resident Evil Leaks 09:53 Xbox & Next-Gen Console Leaks 13:28 Dumb Leaks from Video Game History 20:76 Wrap Up & Final Thoughts

The crew celebrates Ubisoft's 40th anniversary by taking a deep dive into the company's long history, top-rated games, and current struggles. From their early beginnings as a computer reselling business to iconic franchises like Rayman, Splinter Cell, Prince of Persia, and Assassin's Creed, we break down what made the studio famous—and where things went wrong. Plus, we offer our own "unsolicited consulting" on how Ubisoft can fix its live-service addiction, handle its cancelled remakes, and get back on track. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 02:05 Big Game Small Game: Spider-Man 2 and Scott Pilgrim EX 02:37 The Early History and Meaning of Ubisoft 04:02 Exploring Iconic Ubisoft Franchises 07:18 Delays, Cancellations, and Remake Struggles 08:06 Debating Metacritic's Top and Bottom Rated Games 10:52 Where Did Ubisoft Go Wrong? 13:33 The Downfall of Assassin's Creed 18:22 Unsolicited Advice: How to Fix Ubisoft

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In this episode of the Falcon Show, the team discusses recent fan comments, highlights small indie games like Chop Shop and Banquet for Fools, and dives deep into a spoiler-filled breakdown of Resident Evil Requiem. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:24 Reader Comments 02:38 Small Games Selection 03:59 Resident Evil Requiem Breakdown 07:73 Story and Character Discussion 10:51 Favorite Bosses and Mechanics 12:23 Resident Evil Series Rankings 16:96 Leon and Marriage Speculation 19:55 Wrapping Up

On this episode of The Falcon Show, the crew introduces a new segment called "Big Game, Small Game," featuring Resident Evil 9 Requiem, the bizarre copyright saga behind Cookies Bustle, and the Wild Blue Skies demo. Plus, a deep dive into the first image from the live-action God of War TV series, AI composition comparisons, and a snap judgment lightning round covering upcoming game and media releases. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:30 Big Game Small Game: Resident Evil 9 Requiem 09:59 Small Game: Cookies Bustle Copyright Drama 16:50 Small Game: Wild Blue Skies Demo 20:53 God of War TV Show Screenshot & Snap Judgments 27:03 Analyzing Composition and AI Image Comparison 34:23 God of War Show Casting & Format Criticism 54:53 Hidden Gems & Disappointing Releases 58:19 Snap Judgment Lightning Round

The guys play Resident Evil Requiem. Obviously, everyone loved the Resident Evil 9 survival horror experience and made fun of Grace Ashcroft for being a sweat machine. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com

We hit a major milestone with 1,001 members! We are incredibly grateful for the support as we celebrate reaching over 1,001 club members. This community milestone means the world to us, and we look forward to sharing more gaming highlights with you all throughout the season. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:25 How Falcon Got His Name 02:30 What Would a True AAAA Game Look Like? 03:36 Preventing Video Game Burnout 04:43 Is Star Citizen Ever Coming Out? 07:33 Average Work Week at Gameranx 09:05 Lady Steps and the Code Violet Sequel 09:51 Bottom 10 Games That Failed the Two Hour Test 12:28 Creating a Quality Live Service Game 18:13 Finding Satisfaction After Elden Ring

In this episode of The Falcon Show, the hosts break down some of the most insane, bizarre, and hype video game cutscenes of all time. From the infamous Russian roulette scene in Killer7 and Metal Gear Solid's legendary character moments to Final Fantasy VII and the peak action of Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, they discuss what makes game cinematics so unforgettable. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:25 Killer7 Russian Roulette Scene 01:14 Metal Gear Solid Otacon 02:14 Final Fantasy VII PS1 Cutscenes 05:24 Final Fantasy VII Rebirth & Remake 07:32 Clock Tower 3 Cutscene 09:27 Metal Gear Rising Revengeance Ending Cutscene 19:52 Community Favorite Cutscenes

Learn the 2 Hour Rule and how it helps you manage your time for better gaming sessions. We break down the philosophy behind this approach to improve your daily habits. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com Here is a YouTube chapter selection for the description: 00:00 Upcoming Q&A Episode 02:17 Idea for "Lady Steps" Game 04:46 Art, Duke Nukem, and Urinals 06:24 Playing Games Beyond Two Hours 08:46 Back to the Future NES Review 20:44 Completing Code Violet and Mind's Eye 21:40 Spy Fiction Review 26:00 Mass Effect Andromeda Review 35:57 Telltale's Game of Thrones Review 47:38 The Two-Hour Rule for Video Games

In this episode of the Falcon Show, Falcon, Eric, and Kevin dive into the ongoing legal battle between Nintendo and Pocketpair over Palworld. They unpack the underlying IP and patent details surrounding the lawsuit, explore Sony's involvement, and discuss the bizarre history of patented video game mechanics. The crew rounds out the discussion by brainstorming their own absurd lawsuit ideas and reflecting on the notorious broken promises of game developer Peter Molyneux. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:20 Nintendo vs Pocket Pair Lawsuit 04:48 Sony's Hidden Involvement 08:58 Video Game Patent Law 12:58 American vs Japanese IP Law 21:42 Ridiculous Gaming Patents 40:42 Frivolous Lawsuit Ideas 47:06 Peter Molyneux's Promises 55:27 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up

Prince of Persia Sands of Time remake cancellation has left fans disappointed. On that note, we break down the news and the state of game remakes and game remasters. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Prince of Persia Sands of Time Remake Cancelled 01:10 Ubisoft Going All In on Live Services 01:48 Remakes vs Remasters Market Revenue 04:23 Failed Video Game Remakes 07:71 What Makes a Great Remake 10:26 Pitching a Better Code Violet Remake 14:22 Remakes That We Want to See Made 16:21 Resident Evil Remakes and Steve Burnside 18:48 Creating the Ultimate Video Game Remake Concept

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Will a new video game movie dominate the box office? This episode of The Falcon Show examines the current landscape of game adaptations currently in production. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:46 Video Game Adaptation Overview 02:24 The Business of Video Game Movies 07:58 Reliving Super Mario Bros. (1993) 14:41 The Sonic the Hedgehog Movie Formula 17:48 Doom (2005) and First-Person Cinematic Sequences 20:45 Adapting Dark Souls and Narrative Challenges 24:35 The Last of Us vs. Minecraft Approach 32:47 Street Fighter Adaptation Gossip and Cast 38:28 Fallout TV Series vs. Starfield Potential 45:16 Wishlist Games: Red Dead, Metal Gear, Sly Cooper

Kick off 2026 in gaming with a look at the titles we are playing to recover from the holidays. We are officially starting the year by clearing out the backlog, including some intense sessions of Resident Evil Village and a look at a new space combat simulation. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:41 What We Have Been Playing Recently 01:47 Looking Ahead to Games in 2026 02:50 The Rumors Around Starfield 2.0 05:40 What Needs to Change With Call of Duty 08:44 Will the Live Service Model Crash in 2026 11:21 Upcoming Sony Games and Insomniac's Wolverine 12:51 Predictions for Personal Games of the Year 16:48 Upcoming Releases in the Resident Evil Series

We are counting down the worst games of the year, the most significant gaming disappointments from the past twelve months. Whether it was technical failure, poor writing, or just bad game design, we highlight exactly why these releases fell flat with players and critics alike. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 02:51 Black Ops 7 Campaign Disappointment 06:34 Mind's Eye 07:85 Vampire the Masquerade Bloodlines 2 & Paradox Interactive 10:30 Yakuza Zero Director's Cut 11:39 Blood Refreshed Supply 12:86 Cities Skylines 13:78 Microsoft & Xbox 14:43 Subnautica 2 & Krafton 17:37 EA Acquisition 18:39 Bungie & Marathon

Catch up on the latest viewer comments from The Falcon Show as we respond to your questions and thoughts. This episode focuses on the community perspective, highlighting some of the best insights regarding recent gaming inspiration found in our favorite titles. We explore how different video game environments shape our experiences and influence the way we play. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 01:32 Discussing The Game Awards and Sleep 02:02 Reading Channel Comments and Compliments 04:07 Show Longevity and Member Support 04:55 Pitching Video Ideas and Civ 7 Discussion 10:10 Retro Games and '90s Games Nostalgia 12:48 Lies Told by AAA Developers and Microsoft Discussion 14:55 Games That Lived Long Enough to Become the Villain 18:55 Favorite Video Game Animal Companions 20:48 Wrap Up and Next Week's Topic Preview

Are video games art? This gaming discussion debates the artistic merit of modern titles while looking at recent gameplay experiences. Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com 00:00 Welcome to the Falcon Show 02:45 Are Video Games Art? 12:18 What Defines Art? 16:15 Live Service Games and Commercial Art 24:08 The Problem with Modern Storytelling and MCU 34:38 Video Game Auteurs (Kojima, Suda 51, Sam Lake) 45:50 Ken Levine and the Bioshock Series 50:42 Fumito Ueda and Hidetaka Miyazaki 57:04 Todd Howard and Modern Game Design 01:08:06 Podcast Wrap Up and Final Thoughts

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We break down the spooky atmosphere of Silent Hill, the core mechanics, and the visual storytelling found in recent horror games. We also take a look at the upcoming Monster Hunter Wilds to see what is coming next in the industry for fans of the action adventure genre.Subscribe for weekly episodes!More info: http://thefalconshow.com00:00 Silent Hill Vibe Check00:61 Book of Memories02:15 PT04:27 The New Era04:58 Ascension07:61 The Short Message09:03 Silent Hill 2 Remake11:08 Silent Hill f18:59 Townfall19:34 Conclusion

Games we missed in our recent Gameranx Before You Buy episodes, the games that slipped through the cracks. From high-octane action platformers to roguelikes to the latest 2025 game releases, we discuss why these titles deserve attention despite the busy release calendar. Why do some gems get overlooked? We analyze what makes a game stand out and why community feedback is vital for smaller titles that might not top the sales charts.Subscribe for weekly episodes! More info: http://thefalconshow.com01:39 Why Do "Before You Buy" Without Review Scores?05:30 Highlighting Underrated Games11:13 Shinobi: Art of Vengeance Overview & Controls17:21 Level Design, Bosses, and Gameplay Mechanics23:00 2025's Great Game Releases & Standout Indies27:52 Critiques, Boss Janks, & Nostalgia vs Evolution42:37 Roguelikes & Action Platformers47:28 Low Sales Numbers & Calling On the Community53:11 Final Recommendation & Outro