261: Jedi Master Frank Columbo
Aug 20, 2026 · 2h 14m
Summary
The hosts discuss recent Grand Theft Auto VI leaks and the authenticity of the footage. They then review the cooperative puzzle game Big Walk, praising its social dynamics and proximity chat, and share impressions of the deduction game Incident at Galley House. Finally, they cover Brad’s experience beating Slay the Spire and his start with the roguelike Noida.
Topics discussed
Midas tire guarantee ad read
GTA 6 AI footage and gamer protests
Gas pump arcade game discussion
Columbo, Perry Mason, and classic detective shows
Reviewing the co-op game Big Walk
Quince and Gernavix ad reads
Incident at Galaxy House gameplay overview
Slay the Spire boss mechanics and deck building
Discussing the roguelike game Noida
Darkest Dungeon Fire's Edge DLC review
John Romero, id Software history, and QuakeCon
Quake 1 new episodes and Iron Whale port
Doom developer memoirs and community mods
Gernavix and Sephora ad reads
PlayStation 6 release date rumors and hardware
Sony's IBO robot commercials and physical AI
Netflix game studio closures and Xbox layoffs
Simpsons Hit and Run remake rumors and Matt Groening
Harmonix co-founder retirement and industry shifts
Listener emails: festivals, sleep, and Raze source ports
Show wrap-up, Patreon thanks, and final ads
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