Firmware Update 2.19: All Caught Up

So now that we’ve spent several hours catching up on 2018 and 2019, Joe & Malcolm get together to…spend several hours catching up on 2020! We’ve relaunched with a new monthly format, but we did that in the middle of a good year for games, so with this we’re all up to speed. Come on in and have a listen, will ya?

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Firmware Update 2.09: E3 2018 Conference Recaps – EA & Microsoft

Firmware Update 2.09: E3 2018 Conference Recaps - EA & Microsoft

In the latest episode of The Firmware Update, E3 2018 is squarely in Joe & Malcolm’s rearview mirrors. In the first of a series of conference wrap-ups, they talk up what went down at EA and Microsoft’s stage shows. Continue reading

Firmware Update 2.03: Game of the Year 2017, Part 1

Firmware Update 2.03: Game of the Year 2017, Part 1

On this edition of The Firmware Update, it’s finally time for our long-overdue 2017 Game of the Year tournament. Scheduling has been hectic, so we’re splitting it into two episodes, the first of which covers all eight first-round matchups. In an incredibly loaded year for video games, what shakes out as the cream of the crop? Join Joe, Malcolm, and returning guest Tyler Lee to find out!
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E3 2017 Analysis – Microsoft Media Briefing

E3 2017 Analysis - Microsoft Media Briefing

E3 2017 is underway, and Microsoft is keen on letting us know just what the heck is up with the machine formerly known as Project Scorpio. What do Joe & Malcolm think of the price, and what of all those games they showed off along the way? Jump in and find out! Continue reading

Firmware Update Special – E3 2017 Predictions

Firmware Update Special - E3 2017 Predictions

In this special episode of The Firmware Update, Joe & Malcolm hop aboard the hype train on the way to E3 2017, spreading joy and ironclad predictions for what’s going down at this year’s show. From third-party developers such as EA, Ubisoft, and Bethesda to the Big Three of Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo, it’s time to make an online record and be made fools in just a few days time. Continue reading

Firmware Update 1.90: The Phantom Zone

Firmware Update 1.90: The Phantom Zone

In the latest news-only episode of The Firmware Update, Persona 5 has fully stolen Joe & Malcolm’s respective hearts. Also, the good times are rolling for Naughty Dog, and a whole new hardware contender enters the arena. Video games!
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Batman: The Telltale Series Review

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Batman: The Telltale Series
Platforms: PlayStation 4 (reviewed), PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, mobile
Release Date: December 13th, 2016
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Firmware Update 1.78: PlayStation 4 Pro & Slim Reactions

Firmware Update 1.78: PlayStation 4 Pro & Slim Reactions

On this special episode of The Firmware Update, Joe & Malcolm share their piping hot takes on the new hardware Sony revealed at their PlayStation Meeting in New York City. What’s all up in the PS4 Slim and newly christened PS4 Pro? When are these puppies out? Get in here and find out!
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The Walking Dead: Michonne Review

The Walking Dead: Michonne

The Walking Dead: Michonne
Platforms: PlayStation 4 (reviewed), PlayStation 3, Xbox One, Xbox 360, PC, mobile
Release Date: April 26th, 2016
MSRP: $14.99 for season, $4.99 per episode Continue reading