PS This is Awesome! A PlayStation Podcast - The Game Awards 2023 Breakdown and GTA VI Trailer Reaction

The Game Awards 2023 Breakdown and GTA VI Trailer Reaction

12/13/23 • 135 min

PS This is Awesome! A PlayStation Podcast

Episode 306 - The Game Awards 2023 Breakdown and GTA VI Trailer Reaction

Hey gaming crew! Fred and Jake here, spilling the tea on our recent exploits. Fred bagged that not-so-elusive Platinum in Spider-Man 2 and is gearing up for RE4 VR2, while Jake's navigating the cosmic journey of Star Ocean Second Story R and cracking the mysteries of Alan Wake 2.

So, the GTA VI Trailer dropped, and we've got thoughts on everything from the setting, song, graphics, vibe, to the anticipated release window.

Now, onto the headline act - the aftermath of The Game Awards:

In the midst of all the excitement, Monster Hunter Wilds is prowling onto PS5 in 2025, and Team Ninja's exclusive PS5 title, Rise of the Ronin, is bringing Ghost of Tsushima vibes with a dash of action-oriented combat - mark your calendars for its arrival in 3/2024. And hold onto your controllers, folks, because God of War Ragnarok: Valhalla surprises us with a Rogue-Like Free DLC dropping post-main game story on PS5.

But that's not all! The gaming landscape is buzzing with new titles like Black Myth Wukong, Visions of Mana, Jurassic Park: Survival, and more.

Now, onto some additional tidbits:

There was a bit of a stir with random PSN Account Bans. SONY did a bit of backpedaling without giving us the lowdown on what happened. Bungie's staff is on edge, fearing a potential "Sony Takeover" if certain revenue targets aren't met. Among Us takes a sudden plunge into VR2. Yep, you heard that right - a whole new dimension for the impostors among us. And guess what? TLOU 2 No Return Gameplay just hit the screens, offering a fresh perspective on the post-apocalyptic world.

Stay tuned, PlayStation aficionados, keep those controllers charged, and let's dive into the next gaming adventure!

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0:00 - INTRO

23:00 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

30:20 - GTA VI TRAILER REACTION

48:22 - THE GAME AWARDS 2023 DISCUSSION

1:58:30 - PSN ACCOUNT BANS

2:00:00 - CONCERNS ABOUT A SONY TAKEOVER AT BUNGIE ENTERTAINMENT

2:06:30 - AMONG US VR2 DROPPED

2:07:23 - THE LAST OF US 2 NO RETURN FEATURES

2:08:37 - CLOSING

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Episode 306 - The Game Awards 2023 Breakdown and GTA VI Trailer Reaction

So, the GTA VI Trailer dropped, and we've got thoughts on everything from the setting, song, graphics, vibe, to the anticipated release window.

Now, onto the headline act - the aftermath of The Game Awards:

But that's not all! The gaming landscape is buzzing with new titles like Black Myth Wukong, Visions of Mana, Jurassic Park: Survival, and more.

Now, onto some additional tidbits:

Stay tuned, PlayStation aficionados, keep those controllers charged, and let's dive into the next gaming adventure!

By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:

Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.
Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shoutout during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.
Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.

Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.

To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.

As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.

http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome

0:00 - INTRO

23:00 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

30:20 - GTA VI TRAILER REACTION

48:22 - THE GAME AWARDS 2023 DISCUSSION

1:58:30 - PSN ACCOUNT BANS

2:00:00 - CONCERNS ABOUT A SONY TAKEOVER AT BUNGIE ENTERTAINMENT

2:06:30 - AMONG US VR2 DROPPED

2:07:23 - THE LAST OF US 2 NO RETURN FEATURES

2:08:37 - CLOSING

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Previous Episode

Resident Evil 4 is Coming to PSVR2

Episode 305 - Resident Evil 4 for VR2

Lets dive into the gaming world: Fred's swinging through the city in Spider-Man 2, and Jake's knee-deep in the mysteries of Alan Wake 2. December's PS PLUS games are dropping, and they're a little lackluster.

Hold onto your controllers because the GTA 6 release trailer is hitting the screens on 12/5 - circle that date! Cyberpunk 2077 is getting a facelift on 12/5/23 - new features, races, the whole shebang. Oh, and Phil Spencer just dropped a bomb - no Game Pass on PlayStation or Nintendo. What's your take on that? For the VR enthusiasts, RE4 VR mode for PSVR2 is landing on 12/8/23 - get ready for some mind-bending experiences. Netflix just scored some GTA classics and threw in some cool games. How does that even work?

Also, Beyond Good & Evil 20th-anniversary edition is officially happening - any die-hard fans out there? Did you catch the Fallout TV Show Trailer? Looks a bit wild, doesn't it? And check this out - Toy Trains, a chill PSVR2 game, is rolling in on 1/16/23. Perfect for a laid-back gaming session. Oh, and mark your calendars for the Game Awards on 12/7/23 - it's gonna be one heck of a show!

That's the Episode in a nutshell, PlayStation friends! Stay awesome, keep those controllers charged, and game on!

By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:

Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.
Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shoutout during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.
Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.

Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.

To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.

Please, if you enjoyed the content or even if you didn’t quite enjoy this one, we encourage you to come back. We try to offer something for everybody. Please share with your friends and help us spread the show as we try to build a bigger community here!

As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.

0:00 - INTRO

7:50 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

33:25 - PS PLUS GAMES FOR DECEMBER

36:50 - PINBALL M

43:40 - GTA 6 TRAILER DATE

57:30 - CYBERPUNK 2077 2.1 PATCH

1:00:40 - GAMEPASS NOT COMING TO PLAYSTATION OR NINTENDO

1:02:05 - RE4 VR DROPS 12/8/23

1:07:13 - SPINE LOOKS NICE

1:09:45 - BALDURS GATE 3 GETS NEW PATCH

1:11:49 - GTA COMING TO NETFLIX

1:17:42 - BEYOND GOOD AND EVIL 20TH ANNIVERSARY

1:20:38 - FALLOUT TRAILER COMES OUT FOR AMAZON PRIME

1:27:23 - TOY TRAINS COMING TO VR2 IN JANUARY

1:32:05 - GAME AWARDS IS 12/7/23

1:34:47 - NEW GAMES

1:36:34 - CLOSING

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Next Episode

The Last of Us Online is Canceled

Episode 307 - The Last of Us Online is Canceled

Hey gamers, Fred and Jake here, diving into the week's gaming buzz. Naughty Dog's pulling the plug on The Last of Us 2 Online, but brace yourselves – they've got two new projects in the pipeline.

God of War Ragnarok's Free DLC spices things up with an unexpected narrative twist. Oh, and don't forget to unwrap your 2023 gaming journey with the Wrapped Review on your PlayStation account – a personalized year-end gaming report awaits!

Tech talk: Jeff Grubb drops hints about a potential PS5 Pro with advanced Nvidia tech in about nine months.

In Hollywood-gaming synergy, A24 and Kojima Productions are teaming up for a Death Stranding film. Glam meets gaming genius!

On a somber note, The Day Before studio closes after overpromising and underdelivering. Insomniac Games got hacked – Marvel Wolverine's info is held for ransom. Sony's on it, but it's tense.

In a surprise move, E3 bids farewell after two decades of gaming extravaganzas – end of an era!

And for a perfect bookend, our PlayStation Wrapped reports are in, and we're diving into our individual reports on the show. Lastly, catch a Death Stranding documentary, "Connecting Worlds," exclusively on Disney+ in Spring 2024. Get ready for a backstage pass to Kojima's creative genius.

That's your gaming rundown – stay tuned, keep those controllers charged!

By joining our Patreon community for ONLY $1.00 per month, you'll also enjoy these exclusive benefits:

Early Access: Be the first to listen to our episodes as soon as they're ready. Get ahead of the game and dive into the latest news, reviews, and discussions.
Personalized Shoutout: As a token of our gratitude for your support, we'll give you a special shoutout during one of our podcast episodes, acknowledging your contribution and dedication to our show.
Custom Die-Cut Vinyl Sticker: Receive an exclusive custom die-cut vinyl sticker featuring our podcast's unique design. Showcase your support with this limited-edition collectible.

Your support goes a long way in helping us continue to create the content you love. It's a simple and direct way to show your appreciation for our podcast.

To become a patron and unlock these exciting benefits, visit www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome today. Your support keeps us going and ensures that we can keep delivering top-notch PlayStation content.

As always you can support our show at our Patreon Page. Thanks for listening.

http://www.patreon.com/psthisisawesome

0:00 - INTRO

15:00 - GAMES WE’RE PLAYING

50:00 - LISTENER FEEDBACK

53:15 - THE LAST OF US ONLINE CANCELLED

1:07:54 - OUR PLAYSTATION WRAPPED

1:19:20 - GOW DLC HAS STORY CONTENT

1:20:55 - PLAYSTATION CHRISTMAS CARDS

1:23:30 - EIYUDAN CHRONICLES: HUNDRED HEROES

1:31:30 - THE DAY BEFORE STUDIO SHUTS DOWN

1:36:00 - A24 JOINS UP TO MAKE A DEATH STRANDING ADAPTATION