Brett's 2025 Gaming Predictions: From AMD Power to Marvel Rivals

01/06/25 • 19 min

Brett Deister kicks off 2025 by diving into the exciting world of gaming and technology with an in-depth look at AMD's new 9950X3D processor, which promises impressive performance for both gaming and content creation. He discusses key specifications and the anticipated boosts over its predecessors. The episode also highlights upcoming game releases, including Marvel Rivals Season One and Kingdom Come Deliverance 2, while underscoring a growing trend: the ability to play PC games directly on LG Smart TVs through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. Brett emphasizes the need for game developers to focus on creating engaging and enjoyable gameplay rather than pushing politically charged narratives. With a hopeful outlook, he calls for a more resilient gaming industry in 2025, encouraging developers to prioritize fun and creativity in their games.

Takeaways:

AMD's new 9950X3D processor promises substantial performance boosts for gamers and content creators.
Marvel Rivals is set to launch its first season soon, featuring the Fantastic Four characters.
The trend of playing PC games on LG Smart TVs is growing, thanks to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Brett emphasizes the need for game developers to focus more on fun gameplay rather than political correctness.
Upcoming titles like Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and Two Points Museum are generating excitement for 2025.
The gaming industry needs to learn from past mistakes to produce better games in the future.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

AMD
LG
Microsoft
Activision
Blizzard
NetEase

Takeaways:

AMD's new 9950X3D processor promises substantial performance boosts for gamers and content creators.
Marvel Rivals is set to launch its first season soon, featuring the Fantastic Four characters.
The trend of playing PC games on LG Smart TVs is growing, thanks to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Brett emphasizes the need for game developers to focus more on fun gameplay rather than political correctness.
Upcoming titles like Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and Two Points Museum are generating excitement for 2025.
The gaming industry needs to learn from past mistakes to produce better games in the future.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

AMD
LG
Microsoft
Activision
Blizzard
NetEase

Previous Episode

Is 2024 the Worst Year for Gaming? An In-Depth Look!

This week, Brett Deister dives into the gaming world, focusing on the upcoming sunsetting of X Defiant and its questionable Season 3 update, leaving players wondering about the value of the content. He also discusses the recent free Killzone cosmetic drop in Helldivers 2, which was a response to community complaints about pricing. The conversation takes a turn to the massive update for Stalker 2, highlighting its extensive fixes and improvements, despite the frustrating lack of fast travel. As the episode unfolds, Brett reflects on the disappointing game releases of 2024, suggesting a lack of memorable titles and a potential shift in the industry’s focus. He wraps up with a critical analysis of the current state of game writing, stressing the importance of character development and the need for a return to traditional storytelling values in gaming.

Takeaways:

The gaming industry has seen a decline in quality writing since 2010, affecting character development.
Stalker 2's massive update includes 1,800 fixes, enhancing the game's AI and overall performance.
Helldivers 2 is addressing player complaints by offering free controversial skins as a response.
X Defiant's future is uncertain as it heads towards its final season due to low player engagement.
The podcast critiques the gaming industry's focus on superficial diversity instead of authentic storytelling.
2024 has been a disappointing year for game releases, with few notable titles attracting player interest.

Companies mentioned in this episode:

Ubisoft
Arrowhead Studios
Sony
Hello Games

Next Episode

Brett's 2025 Gaming Predictions: From AMD Power to Marvel Rivals

Takeaways:

AMD's new 9950X3D processor promises substantial performance boosts for gamers and content creators.
Marvel Rivals is set to launch its first season soon, featuring the Fantastic Four characters.
The trend of playing PC games on LG Smart TVs is growing, thanks to Xbox Game Pass Ultimate.
Brett emphasizes the need for game developers to focus more on fun gameplay rather than political correctness.
Upcoming titles like Kingdom Come Deliverance 2 and Two Points Museum are generating excitement for 2025.
The gaming industry needs to learn from past mistakes to produce better games in the future.

Companies mentioned in this episode: