Game Scoop! 854: The Call of Duty Catch
Apr 24, 2026 · 1h 5m
Summary
IGN hosts discuss Xbox lowering Game Pass Ultimate prices and Phil Spencer’s departure, analyzing the shift in Microsoft’s strategy. The panel reviews Pragmata, praising its charming PS2-style gameplay, and offers early impressions of the roguelike Soros. They also touch on Windrose, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and the ongoing Marathon community event.
Topics discussed
Sponsors: Quince, Best Buy, and Razer
Xbox Game Pass price drop and tier restructuring
Phil Spencer's departure and Xbox leadership changes
Call of Duty's future and the decline of traditional shooters
MoviePass comparison and Housemarque's new game
Pragmata gameplay impressions and mechanics
Resident Evil 9, Requiem, and Capcom game design
Vampire Crawlers, Windrose, and other indie games
Super Mario Bros. Movie and Yoshi storybook game
Darth Maul series, For All Mankind, and Bloodsport
Wild Gunman history and 20 Questions game segment
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