This week on The Firmware Update, Joe and Malcolm aren’t the only ones returning from a prolonged absence, as Koji Igarashi announces a throwback to his Castlevania heyday. Also, E3 2015 is all but locked down, Ubisoft unveils Assassin’s Creed Syndicate, and much more!
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Firmware Update 1.45: Arkham Blight
This week on The Firmware Update, WB Games details all that’s included in Batman: Arkham Knight’s season pass, which is still largely a ripoff. Plus, the long-awaited Mirror’s Edge sequel is less than a year away, and Ubisoft prepares for one of the most obvious reveals of all-time.
Firmware Update 1.44: Hill Kill
This week on The Firmware Update, Malcolm angrily mourns the death of Silent Hills, as inevitable as it was. Also, Sony’s latest financials, obvious AAA sequels, and Square Enix ponders fan feedback for Final Fantasy XV.
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Firmware Update 1.43: A Spike Lee Joint
This week on The Firmware Update, Joe and Malcolm talk about the decline of preorders, Square Enix’s plans for E3 2015, NBA 2K16 doing the right thing, and much more in a news-tastic episode. Also, Malcolm fumbles through a crime scene.
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Firmware Update 1.42: Mortal Kombat X – Reviewed!
This week on The Firmware Update, Joe and Malcolm render a verdict on NetherRealms’ latest blood-soaked fighter, while both Star Wars: Battlefront and Guitar Hero Live have big debuts. Also, Malcolm gabs about Godzilla while Joe dishes on Daredevil.
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Firmware Update 1.41: Bloodborne – Reviewed!
This week on The Firmware Update, Malcolm delivers his long-awaited review for Bloodborne. He also introduces a new segment, where he gives the rub to a neat little upcoming indie title by the name of Mortal Kombat X. Finally, Joe is confused by the way people smell.
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Firmware Update 1.40: Axiom Verge Blowout!
This week on The Firmware Update, indie sensation Axiom Verge is front and center as Joe conducts a lengthy behind-the-scenes interview with sole developer Thomas Happ and his business liaison Dan Adelman. Afterwards, the game is reviewed on-air. All this, plus Joe finally articulates what we’re all already thinking: The Fast & Furious movie franchise and Metal Gear Solid are basically the same thing.
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Firmware Update 1.39: A Hideo Kojima Departure
This week on The Firmware Update, Joe and Malcolm ponder Metal Gear Solid’s future without Hideo Kojima, and have lots to say about Final Fantasy XV and its recent demo. Also, Joe thinks last-gen remasters can go kick rocks.
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Firmware Update 1.38: Room With a Vue
This week on The Firmware Update, Joe and Malcolm talk about PlayStation Vue, Sony’s alternative to cable television. There’s also a lot of Final Fantasy all of a sudden, and Joe Montana seems to be single-handedly developing a new football game.
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Firmware Update 1.37: Powers That Be
This week on The Firmware Update, Joe and Malcolm talk about the season premiere of PlayStation’s first foray into television, Powers. Plus, delays of major games, game rating controversies, and much more!
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