Defining Duke, Episode 294 | Xbox Has A Secret Game Announcement...
Summary
Hosts Matty and Lord Cognito discuss listener stories about health, fitness, and sports fandom, including swimming trauma and baseball habits. They also share unplayed Xbox titles and debate the convenience of digital game codes via DoorDash. Finally, they cover Harvey Smith’s new immersive sim studio, Black Pony Immersive, and his reflections on Redfall’s development and post-launch support.
Topics discussed
Intro, show support, and listener health questions
Low-impact exercise, swimming, and weight gain stories
Fantasy baseball, Mets farm system, and mental health
Positive impact in gaming and avoiding Halo
Racing games, Forza, and Road Rash nostalgia
Food delivery apps and pandemic convenience
Harvey Smith's new studio and Redfall reflection
Call of Duty history, sales, and studio future
Bethesda mod support, Elder Scrolls 6, and Obsidian
Halo McDonald's promo and Starfield reviews
Kingdom Hearts 4 trailer and development history
Trails in the Sky localization and PlayStation live service
Netflix studio closures and Metal Gear Solid 2
TMNT Splintered Fates update and Gamescom rumors
Speculating on the mysterious Xbox sequel reveal
Closing thoughts, Discord shoutouts, and credits
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