Podcasts by Xbox Expansion Pass

Xbox Expansion Pass 207: Xbox Wins AND Loses The Game Awards | Blade | Grand Theft Auto VI from 2023-12-09T18:00

#TheGameAwards #Hellblade2 #HideoKojima

In episode 207 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the Xbox victories and defeats from this year’s Game Awards. Lots of reveals and letdowns to be ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 206: Phil Spencer Says NO To Game Pass On Playstation, Switch | Game Award Teases | Halo Infinite Updates from 2023-12-02T18:00

#PhilSpencer #GamePass #XboxTax

In episode 205 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss statements from Phil Spencer saying they have no plans to bring Game Pass to Playstation or Nintendo, Xb...

Xbox Expansion Pass 205: Xbox Sales DOWN | Killer Instinct Returns | Xbox ”Tax” - Is It Real? from 2023-11-25T18:00

#XboxNews #KillerInstinct #XboxTax

In episode 205 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss news of a major Xbox IP making its return after 10 years with Killer Instinct, Xbox hardware sales DO...

XEP Interview: Wartales | Quentin Lapeyre, Game Director&Dylan Robinson, Community Manager from 2023-11-22T07:36

#Wartales #ShiroGames #XboxGames

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Quentin Lapeyre and Dylan Robinson of Shiro Games to discuss the recent relea...

Xbox Expansion Pass 204: Game Award Snubs | Hogwarts Legacy Controversy | Suicide Squad In Trouble from 2023-11-18T18:00

#suicidesquad #thegameawards #xboxnews

In episode 204 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss The Game Awards and Xbox snubs, what’s old is new as nostalgia drives the industry in Call of Du...

XEP Interview: Immortals of Aveum | Bret Robbins, Game Director from 2023-11-16T12:00

#ImmortalsOfAveum #ascendantstudios #eaoriginals

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Bret Robbins, Game Director for Immortals of Aveum. B...

Xbox Expansion Pass 203: Grand Theft Auto VI Incoming | Xbox Series S Impresses | Xbox Outsells PlayStation In Japan AGAIN from 2023-11-11T18:00

#ActivsionBlizzard #GrandTheftAutoVI #XboxSeriesS

In episode 203 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the continued news of reorganization at Xbox, Grand Theft Auto 6 is being teased, and ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 202: Blizzcon 2023 News | Xbox OUTSELLS Playstation In Japan | MW3 Campaign from 2023-11-04T18:00

#ActivsionBlizzard #BlizzCon2023 #PhilSpencer

In episode 202 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun check out the news coming from Blizzcon 2023 including Xbox's presence as Phil Spencer makes an ap...

Xbox Expansion Pass 201: NEW Xbox Leadership | Xbox Partner Showcase | Alan Wake Reviews from 2023-10-28T18:00

#ActivsionBlizzard #SarahBond #AlanWake

In episode 201 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun take a look at the monumental shift in Xbox leadership structure as Sarah Bond has taken over as Xbox Pr...

Xbox Expansion Pass 200: Massive Increase In Xbox Console Sales | Pete Hines Leaving Bethesda | Major Game Pass Success from 2023-10-21T18:00

#ActivsionBlizzard #Bethesda #Xbox

In episode 200 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine the surprising news of Pete Hines leaving Bethesda after over 20 years, we have an update on when Act...

Xbox Expansion Pass 199: Activision Acquired | Ubisoft+ News | Best Buy Quitting from 2023-10-14T18:00

#ActivsionBlizzard #AssassinsCreedMirage #Xbox

In episode 199 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine the monumental news of Activision-Blizzard FINALLY being acquired by Microsoft and thus j...

Xbox Expansion Pass 198: Forza Motorsport Review | Assassin’s Creed Mirage Impressions from 2023-10-09T18:00

#ForzaMotorsport #AssassinsCreedMirage #Review

In episode 198 Captain Logun is joined by Greg Sewart of Player One Podcast to d...

Xbox Expansion Pass 197: Major Minecraft Milestone | Massive Layoffs | Jim Ryan Leaving Playstation from 2023-09-30T18:00

#EpicGames #JimRyan #XboxNews

In episode 197 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun react to yet another round of massive layoffs in the gaming industry and we see a surprise milestone for a major X...

Xbox Expansion Pass 196: Tokyo Game Show | Review: Cyberpunk Phantom Liberty | Xbox Roadmap to 2030 from 2023-09-23T18:00

#PhantomLiberty #TokyoGameShow #XboxNews

In episode 196 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are still reeling after the massive Xbox leak that occurred earlier in the week showcasing new hardware...

Xbox Expansion Pass 195: Unity’s Disaster | Massive Layoffs | Phantom Liberty Incoming from 2023-09-16T18:00

#Unity #XboxNews

In episode 195 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the latest Xbox News, Unity has made a critical error and the time for attack has come, and massive layoffs have hit EA...

Xbox Expansion Pass 194: Starfield Breaks Records for Steam, Game Pass, Xbox, and Bethesda from 2023-09-10T17:37:51

#Starfield #Xbox #News

In episode 194 Captain Logun and Mr. Bad Bit discuss Starfield's incredible launch which saw it breaking concurrent view records on Twitch, the Bethesda launch reco...

XEP Interview: TMNT Dimension Shellshock | Yannick Belzil, Narrative Director from 2023-09-06T20:28:19

#TMNT #shreddersrevenge Digital Eclipse, wh...

Xbox Expansion Pass 191: Starfield Has Gone Gold | Xbox’s New Enforcement System | Armored Core 6 News from 2023-08-19T18:00

#Starfield #XboxNews #ArmoredCore6

In episode 191 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss Xbox’s new Enforcement System to combat toxic behavior in the community, Game Pass has begun a slew o...

XEP Interview: Oceanhorn 2: Knights of the Lost Realm | Tommaso De Benetti from 2023-08-16T07:01:47

#Oceanhorn2 #Interview #xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is by Tommaso De Benetti of Cornfox and Bros to discuss the recent Xbox release of Oceanhor...

Xbox Expansion Pass 190: NEW TMNT Game | Forza Motorsport Controversy | Quake 2 Shadowdropped from 2023-08-12T18:00

#TheLastRonin #XboxNews #xbox

In episode 190Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the announcement of a new TMNT game based on The Last Ronin including concerns about its developer. Forza M...

XEP Interview: Marble It Up! Ultra | Alex Swanson and Mark Frohnmayer from 2023-08-10T06:57:49

#MarbleItUpUltra #Interview #xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined Alex Swanson and Mark Frohnmayer, co-founders of The Marble Collective. Swans...

Xbox Expansion Pass 189: Xbox Is Streaming To Discord | Gamescom Excitement | Taking Chances from 2023-08-08T07:20:54

#XboxRightToRepair #ExoPrimal Rockfish Games to discuss Ev...

Xbox Expansion Pass 185: Major Game Pass Updates | Xbox News | ID@Xbox Showcase from 2023-07-08T18:00

#XboxNews #XboxPodcast #ID@Xbox

In episode 185 Luke Lohr is joined by Mr. Bad Bit, host of The Trophy Room: A Playstation Podcast. In this e...

XEP Interview: Raluca Pop | Founder of Hive Social from 2023-07-06T17:00

#Hive #Interview #HiveSocial

In this interview Luke Lohr by the Founder and Creator of Hive Social, Raluca Pop. Hive Social is an app designed to compete alongside Twitter, Threads, and o...

Xbox Expansion Pass 184: Revelations As FTC Trial Concludes | Xbox Sales Numbers | Annapurna Showcase from 2023-07-02T18:00

#FTC #activisionblizzard #xbox

In episode 184 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine the relevant news to come out FTC trial’s finale, official sales numbers, and a former console exclusive ...

XEP Interview: Super Space Club | Graham Reid from 2023-06-29T06:00

#SuperSpaceClub #Interview #Xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Graham Reid the solo developer behind Super Space Club<...

Xbox Expansion Pass 183: Bombshell Revelations from FTC Trial | Xbox Raising Prices from 2023-06-24T18:00

#FTC #activisionblizzard #xbox

In episode 183 Luke Lohr is joined by Mr. Baron J67 - Communications Director for Level 1 Gaming. In this episode we ha...

XEP Interview: Planet of Lana | Adam Stjärnljus, Creative Director from 2023-06-21T06:00

#PlanetOfLana #Interview #Xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Adam Stjärnljus, Creative Director for Planet of Lana and co-founder of Wishfully, the studio behind the game. Adam...

Xbox Expansion Pass 182: Incredible Xbox Streaming Numbers | New 2nd Party Studio | Ubisoft Forward from 2023-06-18T18:00

#XboxShowcase #ubisoftforward #xboxpodcast

In episode 182 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun they find themselves catching their breath after several incredible showcases from Xbox to Ubisoft an...

Xbox Expansion Pass 181: Xbox’s Massive Showcase Win | New Xbox IP | Starfield, Fable, Avowed from 2023-06-12T06:00

#XboxShowcase #Xbox #xboxpodcast

In episode 181 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun offer their reactions to the stellar Xbox Showcase that saw Fable, Avowed, and Starfield gameplay as well as sh...

XEP Interview: Star Trek Resurgence | Dan Martin and Andrew Grant, Writers from 2023-06-06T18:00

#StarTrekResurgence #StarTrek #Interview

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by writers Dan Martin and Andrew Grant to discuss crafting the narrative for Star Trek Resurgence. Each disc...

Xbox Expansion Pass 180: Street Fighter 6&Diablo IV Review Impressions | Xbox Showcase Predictions from 2023-06-04T20:15

#streetfighter6 #Diablo4 #XboxShowcase

In episode 180 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss thier time with Street Fighter 6 and Diablo IV. After review discussions of both games they take ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 179: PlayStation’s 3rd Party Showcase | Xbox Showcase Opportunity from 2023-05-28T18:00

#PlaystationShowcase #XboxShowcase #Xbox

In episode 179 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun examine how the PlayStation Showcase announcements impact Xbox gamers and ask what Xbox needs to do to ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 178: Mortal Kombat 1 Announced | PlayStation Showcase Incoming | Xbox Prepares for Summer from 2023-05-21T18:00

#MortalKombat1 #ROGAlly #Xbox

In episode 178 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun manage a lighter news week as the industry makes way for the upcoming PlayStation Showcase. Mortal Kombat 1 is on ...

XEP Interview: The Last Case of Benedict Fox | Bartlomiej ”Bartek” Lesiakowski, Creative Director from 2023-05-17T06:00

#LastCaseofBenedictFox #Interview #BenedictFox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Bartlomiej "Bartek" Lesiakowski, Creative Director at Plot Twist for The Last Case of Benedict Fox....

Xbox Expansion Pass 177: What’s Next For Xbox? | Starfield Expectations | Bethesda Showcase from 2023-05-14T18:00

#Starfield #Bethesda #Xbox

In episode 177 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun look ahead to the Xbox Bethesda showcase, discuss the pressures of Starfield, and wonder what the future holds for th...

XEP Interview: Erica Lindbeck | Voice Actor (Hi-Fi Rush, Cyberpunk 2077, Spider-Man) from 2023-05-10T06:00

#EricaLindbeck #Interview #VoiceActor

In this interview Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are joined by renowned voice actor Erica Lindbeck on the sh...

Xbox Expansion Pass 176: Redfall Review Impressions | Phil Spencer Addresses Concerns from 2023-05-07T18:00

#Redfall #PhilSpencer #Xbox

In episode 176 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the disappointing launch of Arkane’s Redfall and ask if we’re still able to Find the Fun. Phil Spencer, Head...

Xbox Expansion Pass 175: Jedi Survivor Review Impressions | CMA Blocks Activision-Blizzard Deal | Redfall Woes from 2023-04-30T18:00

#JediSurvivor #CMA #Redfall

In episode 175 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun off their review impressions of Star Wars: Jedi Survivor, including their experience with performance troubles. The ...

XEP Interview: Sea of Stars | Theirry Boulanger from 2023-04-26T06:00

#SeaofStars #Interview #Xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Thierry Boulanger, creator of The Messenger and Sea of Stars, to discuss the studio's progress on Sea of Stars. This ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 174: Dead Island 2 Review | SEGA Acquires Rovio | Xbox Quality Control from 2023-04-23T18:00

#DeadIsland2 #Review #Xbox

In episode 174 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun off their review of the long awaited Dead Island 2, note that SEGA has acquired Angry Bird’s developer Rovio for a he...

XEP Interview: Strayed Lights | Alexandre Arramon and Maxime Philipp from 2023-04-19T18:00

#StrayedLights #Xbox #interview

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Alexandre Arramon (Creative Director) and Maxime Philipp (Game Director) to discuss the action adventure title Str...

Xbox Expansion Pass 173: Minecraft Legends Review | Redfall’s Frame Rate Failure | Ubisoft+ Is Bad from 2023-04-16T18:00

#MinecraftLegends #Redfall #ubisoftplus

In episode 173 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun break down the potentially devastating news for Redfall’s launch as it was announced the game will only ...

XEP Interview: Swordship | Stéphane Restani&Basile Perrenoud, Digital Kingdom from 2023-04-12T06:00

#Swordship #Interview #ThunderfulGames

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Stéphane Restani and Basile Perrenoud of Digital Kingdom to discuss their latest title: Swordship. Stéphane...

Xbox Expansion Pass 172: ID@Xbox Showcase | Joseph Staten Leaving Xbox | Xbox Handheld Debate from 2023-04-09T18:00

#idatxbox #XboxShowcase #XboxHandheld

In episode 171 Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss the under the radar ID@Xbox Showcase from this past week, Joseph Staten is departing Xbox, and is ...

XEP Interview: Road 96 Mile 0 | Yoan Fanise, Creative Director from 2023-04-04T06:00

#Road96 #Road96Mile0 #Interview

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Yoan Fanise, Creative Director for Road 96 Mile 0. Fanise explains how the political turmoil in his games as told ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 171: E3 Cancelled | Xbox&Starfield Showcase | Resident Evil 4 Review from 2023-04-02T18:00

#E3 #XboxShowcase #ResidentEvil4Review

In episode 170 Luke and Logun discuss Respawn’s new studio and new Star Wars project, Redfall getting an offline mode, ID@Xbox breaking records, and...

XEP Interview: Clash: Artifacts of Chaos | Carlos Bordeu (Co-Founder, ACE Team) from 2023-03-29T06:00

#ClashArtifactsofChaos #Interview #xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Carlos Bordeu, Co-Founder of ACE Team to discuss the d...

Xbox Expansion Pass 170: Respawn’s New Studio&Star Wars Game | Redfall’s Offline Mode | Unreal Engine 5 Showcases Hellblade 2 from 2023-03-26T18:00

#UnrealEngine5 #Respawn #Hellblade2

In episode 170 Luke and Logun discuss Respawn’s new studio and new Star Wars project, Redfall getting an offline mode, ID@Xbox breaking records, and th...

Xbox Expansion Pass 169: Microsoft Signs New Deals | Diablo&Exoprimal | Resident Evil 4 Reviews from 2023-03-19T18:00

#DiabloIV #ResidentEvil4 #Exoprimal

In episode 169 Luke and Logun discuss the latest cloud streaming deals signed by Microsoft and their competitors, the Diablo and Exoprimal betas are im...

XEP Interview: Valheim | Jonathan Smårs, Iron Gate Studios from 2023-03-14T06:00

#Valheim #Interview #xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Jonathan Smårs, developer of Iron Gate studios working on the Viking survival title Valheim. Smårs discusses bringing th...

Xbox Expansion Pass 168: Starfield’s New Release Date | Capcom’s Xbox Announcements | E3 News from 2023-03-12T18:00

#Starfield #ResidentEvil4 #XboxE3

In episode 168 Luke and Logun discuss Starfield’s new direct and release date, the Capcom Spotlight’s Xbox adjacent announcements including Resident Evil...

Xbox Expansion Pass 167: Reported EU Approval of Activision-Blizzard | Elden Ring DLC | Wo Long Reviews from 2023-03-05T18:00

#ActivisionBlizzard #wolongfallendynasty #EldenRingDLC

In episode 167 Luke and Logun discuss reports of the EU approving the Activision Blizzard deal, Elden Ring is dropping DLC, and Wo L...

XEP Interview: Shadow Gambit | Moritz Wagner, Head of Design from 2023-03-01T06:00

#ShadowGambit #Interview #xbox

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Moritz Wagner, Head of Design at Mimimi Games working on the stealth-tactics title Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew. ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 166: Forza’s Expansion Underwhelms | Xbox Partners With Nintendo&Nvidia from 2023-02-26T18:00

#forzahorizon5 #suicidesquadkillthejusticeleague #Xbox

In episode 166 Luke and Logun tackle the massive updates in the Activision Blizzard Deal which lead Xbox to partner with both Ninten...

XEP Interview: SteamWorld Build | Brjann Sigurgeirsson | Adam Vassee from 2023-02-22T21:20:32

#SteamWorldBuild #Xbox #interview

In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by both Brjann Sigurgeirsson, SteamWorld Franchise Director, and Adam Vassee, the Producer of SteamWorld Build. Tog...

Xbox Expansion Pass 165: Game Pass VS. Game Sales | Xbox VR | Sea of Thieves X Halo from 2023-02-19T18:00

#Xbox #GamePass #hogwartslegacy 

In episode 165 Luke and Logun discuss the logic in the arguments of Game Pass membership cannibalizing a game's sales. PSVR2 is launching which leads us t...

XEP Interview: Wanted: Dead | Sergei Kolobashkin, Creative Director from 2023-02-14T06:00

#WantedDead #Xbox #interview

In this interview we are joined by Sergei Kolobashkin, Creative Director for Wanted: Dead to discuss the just released third-person action title. Sergei leads...

Xbox Expansion Pass 164: Hogwarts Legacy Rocks | Atomic Heart Controversy Explained | Jedi Survivor from 2023-02-12T18:00

#hogwartslegacy #AtomicHeart #Xbox In episode 164 Luke and Logun take a look at the impressive release of Hogwarts Legacy, find out what’s going on with the Atomic Heart controversy, and Jedi Su...

XEP Interview: Shoulders of Giants | Patrick McAvena from 2023-02-08T06:00

#Xbox #ShouldersOfGiants #xbox

In this interview Patrick McAvena, President of Moving Pieces Interactive joins Luke Lohr to discuss the recent launch of their Xbox exclusive indie: Should...

Xbox Expansion Pass 163: ”Titanfall 3” Cancelled | Live Service Shutdowns | Halo Moving to Unreal Engine from 2023-02-05T18:00

#Xbox #Titanfall3 #HiFiRush

In episode 163 of XEP Luke and Logun discuss the cancellation of an untitled Titanfall project that could indeed have been Titanfall 3. A number of other live ...

XEP Interview: Hi-Fi Rush | Director John Johanas from 2023-02-02T06:01

#HiFiRush #Interview #Xbox

In this interview John Johanas, Director of Hi-Fi Rush sits down with Luke Lohr to discuss the game's incredible reception since its shadowdrop at the Xbox Deve...

Xbox Expansion Pass 162: Developer Direct Analysis | Goldeneye 007 Returns from 2023-01-29T18:00

#Xbox #DeveloperDirect #Goldeneye

In episode 162 Luke and Logun discuss the biggest announcements from the Xbox Developer Direct including the release dates for Redfall and Minecraft Lege...

Xbox Expansion Pass 161: Microsoft Lays Off 10,000 | Halo Infinite Failures | Marvel’s Avengers Ending from 2023-01-22T18:00

#Xbox #HaloInfinite #MarvelsAvengers

In episode 160 Luke and Logun discuss the massive layoffs at Microsoft as they let go of 10,000 employees, including those in the gaming division. Hal...

Xbox Expansion Pass 160: Xbox Developer Direct | Ubisoft In Trouble from 2023-01-15T18:01

#Xbox #Ubisoft #DeveloperDirect

In episode 160 Luke and Logun discuss the recently revealed Xbox Developer Direct, a new way for Xbox to showcase its games to fans. Ubisoft is running int...

XEP Interview: Sail Forth | Developer David Evans from 2023-01-11T06:00

#Xbox #SailForth #Interview

In this interview Luke Lohr sits down with David Evans, Festive Vector's sole developer, to discuss the launch ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 159: Redfall&Starfield Updates | Zenimax Unionizes | Forza Bundle from 2023-01-08T18:00

#Xbox #Redfall #Zenimax

In episode 159 Luke welcomes his new co-host Captain Logun to we’re discussing the latest updates on Redfall and Starfield release dates, hundreds of game develope...

XEP Interview: We Are The Caretakers | Designer Scott Brodie from 2023-01-04T20:58:10

#Xbox #WeAreTheCaretakers #GamingPodcast

In this interview Luke Lohr sits down with Scott Brodie of Heart Shaped Games to discuss We Are T...

Xbox Expansion Pass 158: Xbox To Make Game Pass Cheaper | 103 Million Watch Game Awards from 2022-12-19T19:20:04

#Xbox #TheGameAwards #XboxGamePass

In episode 158 we welcome Todd Oxtra of Secret Friends Unite on to discuss the possibility of Xbox introducing a...

Xbox Expansion Pass 157: Xbox No Shows The Game Awards | Interview: Ukrainian Developer Frogwares from 2022-12-11T18:00

#Xbox #TheGameAwards #Frogwares

In episode 157 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’ll discuss the no show by Xbox at The Game Awards and just what that means for 2023. We ask the question wheth...

Xbox Expansion Pass 156: Disappointing Reviews | Interview: Atari 50 Celebration (Digital Eclipse) from 2022-12-04T17:36:52

#Xbox #DigitalEclipse #Atari50Celebration

In episode 156 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome two developers from Digital Eclipse, Stephen Frost and Jeremy Williams on to discuss their l...

Xbox Expansion Pass 155 : The Best Xbox Era: Xbox 360 or Xbox Series | Activision Blizzard Continues from 2022-11-27T18:00

#Xbox #Xbox360 #ActivisionBlizzard

In episode 155 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome two friends to the show with PTKBL4M of Damian Kocur...

Xbox Expansion Pass 149: CD Projekt Red Roadmap | Interview: Mike Chapman of Rare from 2022-10-09T18:00

#Xbox #CDProjektRed #MikeChapman

In episode 149 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Mike Chapman from Rare to discuss his role as Creative Director for Sea of Thieves and just how the g...

Xbox Expansion Pass 148: Google Stadia Shutting Down | Developer Interview: Soulstice from 2022-10-02T18:00

#Xbox #Stadia #Soulstice

In episode 148 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome the developers of Reply Games Marco Mortillaro and...

Xbox Expansion Pass 147: New Iron Man Game | Satya Nadella Talks Activision | Cyberpunk Resurgence from 2022-09-25T18:00

#Xbox #Cyberpunk #IronMan

In episode 147 of the Xbox Expansion Pass there’s plenty of good news to discuss ranging from the announcement of EA Motive’s Iron Man title to Satya Nadella’s p...

Xbox Expansion Pass 146: Jeff Grubb Talks Xbox Game Studio Updates | Tokyo Game Show | Bonnie Ross from 2022-09-18T18:00

#Xbox #TokyoGameShow #BonnieRoss

In episode 146 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’re joined by the Grand Curator of the Game Mess, Mr. Jeff Grubb. We’ll be chatting this past week’s second E3...

Xbox Expansion Pass 145: Jim Ryan Calls Out Phil Spencer | Elite 2 Core Announced | Guest Sean Capri from 2022-09-11T18:00

#Xbox #JimRyan #CallofDuty

In episode 145 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we break down comment's made by Playstation's Jim Ryan calling Phil Spencer's Activision offer "inadequate" while also...

Xbox Expansion Pass 144: Interview With Seamus Blackley from 2022-08-21T18:00

#Xbox #SeamusBlackley #EmbracerGroup

In episode 144 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’re grateful to be joined by Seamus Blackley. Physicist, mathematician, designer and Father of the Origina...

Xbox Expansion Pass 143: Xbox at Gamescom | More AAA Delays | Interview: Rimworld Console Edition from 2022-08-14T18:00

#Xbox #Gamescom #RimworldConsoleEdition

In episode 143 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we discuss the recent string of high profile delays out of this fall, the Xbox presence at Gamescom, and ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 142: First Party Check-In | Is Sony Scared? | Game Pass Family Plan from 2022-08-07T18:00

#Xbox #Playstation #Activision

In episode 141 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’re joined by content creator Mr. Boomstick XL to discuss a numb...

Xbox Expansion Pass 141: Best Ever Xbox Sales | Xbox Welcomes Discord | Multiversus Impressions from 2022-07-31T18:00

#Xbox #Discord #Multiversus

In episode 141 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’re joined by Joseph Moran, aka Mr. Bad Bit, host of The Trophy Room: A ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 140: As Dusk Falls Impressions | Hot Wheels DLC | Xbox Fall 2022 from 2022-07-18T11:15:56

#Xbox #AsDuskFalls #Fall2022

In episode 140 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we prepare for Xbox’s biggest month since the launch of Halo Infinite thanks to a high profile indie As Dusk Falls a...

Xbox Expansion Pass 139: Skull&Bones Is Real | E3 Returning in 2023 | Games With Gold Changes from 2022-07-10T18:00

In episode 139 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’ve got plenty to discuss as Microsoft has announced significant changes to the Games With Gold program, E3 is set to return with new leadership, and ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 138: Arctis Nova Pro Wireless Review | Interview: Fobia St. Dinfna Hotel from 2022-07-03T18:00

In episode 138 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we battle another light news week with reviews of the SteelSeries Nova P...

Xbox Expansion Pass 137: Sniper Elite 5 Developer Interview | Microtransactions in Halo | Grounded Full Release from 2022-06-26T18:00

In episode 137 of the Xbox Expansion Pass  we’re welcoming Sniper Elite 5’s Lead Designer Ryan Baker on to discuss his work at Rebellion bringing Sniper Elite action to gamers. It’s kill cams ga...

Xbox Expansion Pass 136: Resident Evil Announcements | Xbox VS Square Enix | Developer Interview: Redout 2 from 2022-06-19T18:00

In episode 136 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’ll recap a few of the bigger announcements from the Capcom Showcase including the news regarding Series S|X upgrades for Resident Evil titles. After ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 135: Game Fest&Showcase Reactions | Shredder’s Revenge Interview from 2022-06-13T14:00

In episode 135 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we're looking back at some of the more memorable announcements from both Summer Games Fest and of course the Xbox Bethesda Showcase. From Riot Games to ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 134: Showcase Predictions | Multiplatform State of Play | Summer Game Fest from 2022-06-05T18:00

In episode 134 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’re one week to the Xbox Showcase and even less to Summer Games Fest! We'll note the multi platform announcements from State of Play impacting the Xbo...

Xbox Expansion Pass 133: Interview with Jon McLaren, Voice of Star-Lord from 2022-05-30T12:55:25

In episode 133 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we're joined by Jon McLaren, the voice of Star-Lord in Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. Jon discusses his work on the title, future projects, and dream...

Xbox Expansion Pass 132: Interview with Xbox Co-Founder Ed Fries | Xbox In Japan from 2022-05-22T18:00

In episode 132 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Ed Fries, former Vice President of Game Publishing at Xbox to the show to discuss his career, Xbox in Japan, and what he thinks of current Xb...

Xbox Expansion Pass 131: Interview with Halo’s Jeff Steitzer | Xbox’s 2022 Exclusives Delayed from 2022-05-15T18:00

In episode 131 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome legendary Halo voice actor Jeff Steitzer to the show to discuss his role as the voice of God multiplayer announcer. Prior to that we’re discu...

Xbox Expansion Pass 130: Embracer Group’s $300 Million Steal | Guest: JampackSam from 2022-05-09T20:34:34

In episode 130 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Jampack Sam of Xhibition: An Xbox Podcast on to discuss the lates...

Xbox Expansion Pass 129: Xbox&Bethesda Showcase | Xbox NPD Sales | Disney Game to Xbox Game Pass from 2022-05-01T18:00

In episode 129 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’ll discuss official NPD numbers showing that Microsoft has had its best console sales quarter since the Xbox 360, outselling both Sony and Nintendo. ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 128: The IGN Review Process w/Dan Stapleton | Halo Season 2 | New Star Wars from 2022-04-24T18:00

In episode 128 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Dan Stapleton, Executive Editor of Reviews for IGN to discuss how IGN goes about reviewing gam...

Xbox Expansion Pass 127: Shredders Developer Interview | Witcher 3 Update Delayed | Xbox Ad Program from 2022-04-17T06:00

In episode 127 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome CEO of Foam Punch Games Dirk Van Weldon to discuss the launch of Lorne Lanning on to discuss his career, E3’s cancellation, industry acqui...

Xbox Expansion Pass 125: Interview with Stephen Frost of Digital Eclipse from 2022-03-27T18:00

In episode 125 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we Stephen Frost, Executive Producer of Digital Eclipse on to discuss his career in the gaming industry ranging from gaming journalism to active develop...

Xbox Expansion Pass 124: Interview With Brian Waggoner of Crystal Dynamics | Turmoil at The Initiative from 2022-03-21T03:01

In episode 124 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Crystal Dynamics game designer Brian Waggoner on to discuss his career, working at Crystal Dynamics, and working with major IP’s like Madden ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 123: Halo Infinite Co-Op Delay | Ninja Turtles Cowabunga Collection | Gotham Knights Release Date from 2022-03-14T06:00

In episode 123 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we take a look at the latest announcements of the Xboxverse including the upcoming ID@Xbox Showcase, Microsoft landing the highest ratings on Metacritic...

Xbox Expansion Pass 122: The Gaming Industry Rallies In Support of Ukraine from 2022-03-06T18:00

In episode 122 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we slow down a bit and reflect on the more weighted news of how the Russian invasion of Ukraine has affected the gaming industry as well as the industry...

Xbox Expansion Pass 121: Elden Ring As A Newcomer | Street Fighter 6 from 2022-02-27T18:00

In episode 121 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’re talking the reveal of Street Fighter 6, Playstation Spartacus leaks, and of course the launch of the much anticipated Elden Ring. Enjoy!

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Xbox Expansion Pass 120: Developer Interview: Gunborg: Dark Matters | Cyberpunk 2077 Fixed | Halo Season 2 from 2022-02-20T18:00

In episode 120 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we chat with Rickard Paulsson, developer behind the upcoming Mike Ducarme from Berzerk Studi...

Xbox Expansion Pass 118: The Destiny Debate | Bungie Acquired | Dying Light 2 Review from 2022-02-07T03:00

In episode 118 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we sit down with TieGuyTravis of IGN, The Last Word, and Seasoned Gaming’s Bitcast to talk about the week...

Xbox Expansion Pass 117: Halo Infinite and Forza’s Record-Breaking Growth l Respawn Tease Jedi Fallen Order 2 from 2022-01-31T03:01

In episode 117 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we’ll talk the record breaking growth of both Halo Infinite and Forza Horizon, a slew of new Star Wars games are on the way, and there’s new content on ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 116: Microsoft Buys Activision | Guest: Captain Logun from 2022-01-24T03:01

In episode 116 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we Captain Logun of The Xbox Wrap-Up on to discuss the $69 ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 115: Guest - Doctor Moe | Xbox One Discontinued | Stalker 2 Delayed | Xbox Unit Sales from 2022-01-16T18:00

In episode 115 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Doctor Moe, host of The Backlog Chronicles, to the show...

Xbox Expansion Pass 114: Jeff Grubb | Ubisoft+ Game Pass | E3 Cancelled from 2022-01-09T16:00

In episode 114 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Jeff Grubb of VentureBeat back to the show to discuss the latest announcements and rumors of 2022...

Xbox Expansion Pass 113: Splinter Cell Returns | NFTs | Developer Interview: Osama Dorias | The Gunk Review from 2021-12-20T13:45:50

In episode 113 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Senior Game Designer at WB Montreal Osama Dorias on to discuss his work in the gaming industry ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 112: The Game Awards Announcements | Developer Interview: The Gunk from 2021-12-13T03:01

In episode 112 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome Ulf Hartelius, Game Director for Image & Form's The Gunk. Prior to speaking with Ulf we'll look back at the biggest announcments from The Gam...

Xbox Expansion Pass 111:Guest Jez Corden | Chorus Review | Interview: Grim Dawn Definitive Edition from 2021-12-06T03:01

In episode 111 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome two fantastic guests. Joining me first is Jez Corden of Windows Central on to discuss the week’s gaming news including The Game Awards, PlayS...

Xbox Expansion Pass 110: Series S Dominates Black Friday | Halo‘s Battle Pass Needs Work from 2021-11-29T03:01

In episode 110 of the Xbox Expansion Pass I am joined by Joseph Moran (@MrBadBit) of The Trophy Room: A PlayStation Podcast on to discuss the Halo Infinite Battle Pass, Xbox titles and strategy ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 109: Xbox 20th Anniversary | Halo Multiplayer | 10 Million for Forza from 2021-11-24T11:30:28

In episode 109 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we reflect on a bevy of positive Xbox announcements in xCloud's console launch, Forza Horizon 5 hitting 10 million playerss, and Halo Infinite Multiplay...

Xbox Expansion Pass 108: Guest Paul Tassi of Forbes | Xbox 20th Anniversary Rumors from 2021-11-15T03:00

In episode 108 of the Xbox Expansion Pass I am joined by author and Forbes Senior Contributor Paul Tassi to discuss his work in video game coverage. W...

Xbox Expansion Pass 107: Xbox&SEGA Partnership | Forza Horizon 5 Review Impressions | Halo Infinite Teases from 2021-11-08T03:00

In episode 107 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we'll examine the strategic partnership between Microsoft and SEGA, debating just what this means for Xbox. Incredible reviews for Forza Horizon 5 are h...

Xbox Expansion Pass 106: Guest Rand Al Thor 19 | Halo Infinite Campaign Reveal | 20th Anniversary Predictions from 2021-11-01T03:01

In episode 106 of the Xbox Expansion Pass I sit down with Rand al Thor 19, the Man With A Million to note the calm before the storm ahead of For...

Xbox Expansion Pass 105: Guardians of the Galaxy Review | Interview: Jon Clarke Editor In Chief XboxEra.com from 2021-10-25T09:00

In episode 105 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) In this episode I sit down with Xbox Era Editor-In-Chief Jon Clarke (Xbox Canada’s Ryan Whitehead to...

Xbox Expansion Pass 103: Alan Wake&Back 4 Blood Review | Battlefield 2042 Broken from 2021-10-11T03:00

In episode 103 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we offer review impressions of Back 4 Blood and Alan Wake, discuss Ubisoft’s latest Tom Clancy tomfoolery with the reveal of Ghost Recon Frontline...

Xbox Expansion Pass 102: Xbox Accessibility | Tokyo Game Show from 2021-10-03T11:26

In episode 102 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at the Xbox Accessibility Showcase, review Xbox announcements at the Tokyo Game Show, and check out some of the latest upgrades to ...

Xbox Expansion Pass 101: The Initiative&Crystal Dynamics | Halo Infinite Beta | Guest Benjamin Rivers from 2021-09-27T03:00

In episode 101 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) guest Benjamin Rivers returns to the show to help Luke break down the latest gaming news includin...

Xbox Expansion Pass 100: Faux Acquisitions | Celebrating 100 | Interview: Krizia Bajos from 2021-09-20T03:00

In episode 100 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we look back on 100 episodes of XEP gaming coverage, discuss the GeForce Now data breach which reveals a number of titles likely in development in...

Xbox Expansion Pass 99: Skatebird Interview | Alan Wake Remastered | PlayStation Showcase vs Xbox E3 from 2021-09-12T18:00

In episode 99 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we speak with Megan Fox of Glass Bottom Games about th...

Xbox Expansion Pass 98: Tokyo Game Show Expectations | Interview: Apogee Entertainment Returns from 2021-09-06T03:00

In episode 98 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we set expectations for Tokyo Game Show, postulate the return of Alan Wake, and Far Cry 6 impressions are out in the wild. After that we welcome Sc...

Xbox Expansion Pass 97: Halo Infinite Release Date | Blightbound Developer Interview | Gamescom from 2021-08-30T03:00

In episode 97 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we’ll recap the latest Xbox news coming out of Gamescom and Opening Night Live including the much talked about Halo Infinite release date. After th...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 96: Retro Revival w/ Player One Podcast | Halo Infinite Co-Op Delay from 2021-08-23T03:00

In episode 96 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) the hosts of Player One Podcast join me to discuss the remasters, remakes, and restorations of retro...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 95: Mayhem Brawler Interview | Guest David Whitaker | Xbox "What If..." from 2021-08-16T03:00

In episode 95 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) guest host David Whitaker, Fame2K of Level1Gaming to discuss the l...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 94: Jae Lin of the Games Online&Harassment Hotline | Activision's Failures | Back 4 Blood from 2021-08-09T03:00

In episode 94 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) I welcome Jae Lin, Programs Manager of the Games and Online Hara...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 93: Death's Door Interview | Halo Infinite Beta from 2021-08-02T03:00

In episode 93 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) I’m joined by Ainsley Bowden of Seasoned Gaming to discuss the monster week of Xbox launches including The Ascent, MS Flight Simulator, and the muc...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 92: Song of Iron Developer Interview | Dead Space | Activision Lawsuit | Ubisoft's XDefiant from 2021-07-23T13:12:42

In episode 92 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Joe Winter, solo developer of the upcoming title Song of Iron on to discuss his work in the gaming industry from Neverwinter and Halo In...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 91: Record Xbox Sales | Ubisoft Delays Rainbow Six | Steamdeck Handheld from 2021-07-19T06:00

In episode 91 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the fall lineup as it continues to crowd despite recently announced delays by Ubisoft of Rainbow Six and Rider's Republic. Xbox had a re...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 90: Guest Jeff Cannata | Xbox Marketing | Arctis Prime Headset Review from 2021-07-12T04:00

In episode 90 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Luke is joined by Jeff Cannata of both The Dungeon Run and DLC to discuss Xbox marketing Game Pass with it's All 4 One music video, the Deathloop S...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 89: xCloud Server Upgrade | Xbox Localization | Guests Chris Johnston&Captain Logun from 2021-07-05T05:00

In episode 89 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) guests Chris Johnston of SecondPlayer.net and Danny Peña of Gamertag Radio (GTR) ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 87: Developer Interview - The Anacrusis | Design Labs Are Back | E3 Extended Showcase Recap from 2021-06-21T03:00

In this episode we welcome Chet Faliszek, former Left 4 Dead developer and now CEO and Co-Founder of Stray Bombay to the show to talk about his upcoming title The Anacrusis, which is launching l...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 86: E3 Xbox&Bethesda Showcase | Guest Miles Dompier from 2021-06-14T03:00

In this episode of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Miles Dompier from Windows Central joins the show to help recap and review the announcements from Xbos & Bethesda's E3 Showcase. Forza Horizon 5,...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Bonus Episode: Summer Game Fest | Elden Ring | Battlefield 2042 from 2021-06-11T17:56:05

In this bonus episode of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Kevin from Project XTalk joins us to discuss the news of Summer Game Fest including Elden Ring, Battlefield 2042, Back 4 Blood, and more. X...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 85: E3 2021 | Xbox&Bethesda | Ubisoft&WB Games | Guest Host Matt from Assemble! from 2021-06-06T19:00

In episode 85 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Matt from Assemble! joins to discuss the upcoming E3 and Summer Game Fest announcements. Matt and Luke discuss what they expect to see from Xbox an...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 84: Xbox E3 Date Set | Dying Light 2&Far Cry 6 | Interview: Sherwood Extreme from 2021-05-31T06:00

In episode 84 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at not one, but TWO first person action games set to make the end of the year that much cooler.  Xbox has revealed its E3 date of Ju...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 83: WB Games | Resident Evil Village Review | Redout Interview - Guiseppe Franchi of 34BigThings from 2021-05-24T18:00

In episode 83 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discover EA’s latest studio venture, Microsoft and Bethesda’s E3 plans, and find that WB Games is yet again looking to be acquired. After that w...

Xbox Expansion Pass 82: Interview Eve Crevoshay of Take This | Guest Asa Greenriver | Mental Health | 20 Years of Xbox from 2021-05-17T05:04:07

In episode 82 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) I am joined by guest host Asa Greenriver of Borderline Entertainment to discuss Xbox turning 20, Battlefield info in June, and the future of The Co...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 81: FPS Boost | Mother's Day | Xbox, Apple, and Epic from 2021-05-09T17:14:38

In episode 81 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) I discuss the hidden benefits of the many Xbox Series S|X features I’d not truly given proper credit to, Apple and Epic battle like children, and c...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 80: Interview With Limited Run Games | Xbox Posts Record Revenue from 2021-05-02T18:04:50

In episode 80 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) I am joined by Douglas Bogart and Josh Fairhurst,...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 79: Interview With Rami Ismail | Guest Host Sean Capri from 2021-04-25T12:21:07

In episode 79 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) I am joined my guest co-host Sean Capri of The Xbox Drive Listen

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 78: Interview: Scott Brodie of Heart Shaped Games | Guest Host Lord Cognito | PlayStation and E3 2021| Outriders Review from 2021-04-11T22:00

In episode 78 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome guest host Lord Cognito of the Iron Lords Po...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 77: "Fixing" Games With Gold | MLB The Show Day One Game Pass | Backward Compat on Mobile from 2021-04-04T19:34:02

In episode 77 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss how Microsoft might rekindle the Games With Gold program while streamlining the ID@Xbox experience, previous Sony Exclusive MLB The Show...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 76: Goodbye Xbox Live | ID@Xbox Showcase | Discord To Microsoft from 2021-03-29T18:28:45

In episode 76 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we honor the passing of Xbox Live while welcoming the Xbox Network, discuss the possible acquisition of Discord by Microsoft, and chat the Twitchga...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 75: Guest Jeff Grubb | Xbox Game Delays and Acquisitions from 2021-03-22T03:00

In episode 75 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome returning guest Jeff Grubb of Venturebeat to discuss the latest gaming news including the potential delays of Halo Infinite and Starfiel...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 74: Bethesda Roundtable | Exclusivity Explained from 2021-03-14T14:27:39

In episode 74 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the Bethesda Roundtable and expound on Phil Spencer's comments of Bethesda exclusivity. We'll look ahead to the Square Enix event, and i...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 73: Bethesda Deal Is Done from 2021-03-08T19:36:50

In episode 73 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we are joined by the host of The Trophy Room podcast Mr. Bad Bit to discuss the finalization of the Bethesda deal, the closing of V1 Interactive, a...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 72: EA Cancels Anthem | Dragon Age 4 Single Player Only | Outriders Demo from 2021-02-28T18:07:12

In episode 72 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) EA has shifted its mentality on single player games, Anthem gets the axe, more free games are on the way, and Outriders impressions are mixed. Enjo...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 71: Interview with Celia Schilling of Yacht Club Games | Xbox Accessibility Guidelines | Xbox FPS Boost | Bungie Expansions from 2021-02-21T12:50:01

In episode 71 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Celia Shilling, Marketing Manager of Yacht Club Games to discuss the history of the Shovel Knight creators and their ventures into publi...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 70: Interview with David Bateson - Hitman Voice Actor | Xbox Communications and Exclusivity from 2021-02-14T16:58:02

In episode 70 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome the voice behind Agent 47 himself, the Hitman David Bateson who discusses voicing the character for over 20 years. Beyond that we wade t...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 69: Interview with Riana Manuel | Google Stadia Shutdowns | Gearbox Acquired from 2021-02-07T14:48:59

In episode 69 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome G4’s Senior Manager of Brand Marketing and the Secret Weapon of What’s Good Games Riana Manuel to discuss her work on Ori, Tell Me Why, ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 68: Halo Infinite Info Drop | Massive Xbox Revenue | The Medium&Hitman Profitable from 2021-01-31T18:44:19

In episode 68 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we see several recent releases recover their development and marketing costs in their opening days on the market, Halo Infinite just received the f...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 67: Hitman 3 | Cyber Shadow | Xbox Live Gold Pricing | Resident Evil Showcase from 2021-01-25T10:08:58

In episode 67 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the impressive conclusion to the Hitman trilogy by IOI, debate the validity of Xbox Live Gold amid pricing reversals, and chat about the...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 66: Lucasfilm Games | Bethesda's Indiana Jones | Ubisoft's Star Wars from 2021-01-18T00:02:21

In episode 66 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Luke breaks down the massive news that Lucasfilm Games has formed with the purpose of seeing their IP supported by a diverse array of studios. This...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Special Episode: Friends Gaming Through 2020 with Mr. BadBit and Hom3TownH3ro from 2021-01-15T07:16:13

In this special episode of XEP, Luke is joined by his two friends Mr. BadBit and Hom3TownH3ro to reflect on how gaming got them through a tumultuous 2020. They'll discuss the games they played, ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 65: Interview with Voice Actor Shelby Young | Gotham Knights Combat Design | Batteries and Controllers from 2021-01-10T18:29:41

In episode 65 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome renowned voice actor Shelby Young about her voice over work on video games like Dead Rising and Battlefield as well as her roles outside...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 64: The Most Anticipated Games of 2021 from 2021-01-03T19:28:33

In episode 64 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at the most anticipated games of 2021 and estimate where we'll see Xbox amidst those games. We also offer final impressions of Immor...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 63: Listener Mailbag Spectacular from 2020-12-27T14:29:08

In episode 63 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look back at the wild ending of 2020 with your listener questions bubbling over in the listener mailbag. Thank you all for an incredible ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 62: Developer Interview: Olli Alatalo of 10tons | Perfect Dark at The Game Awards | Halo Infinite Update from 2020-12-13T17:28:44

In episode 62 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the Xbox news coming out of The Game Awards, take a look at recently released Engagement numbers, and Halo Infinite has a release window...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 61: Xbox At The Game Awards | Series X Performance Fixes | Immortals Fenyx Rising from 2020-12-06T19:57:51

In episode 61 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the fixes being rolled out for the performance issues on the Xbox Series S|X, we take a look at the Microsoft presence at The Game Award...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 60: Performance Issues and Next Gen Honeymoons | Tribalism In Gaming | Observer: System Redux from 2020-11-29T18:54:33

In episode 60 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the performance issues popping up for the Xbox Series S|X that see the Playstation 5 outperforming its more powerful counterpart. We'll ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 59: Interview with Lucy James of GameSpot | Console Shortage Woes | Bethesda Exclusivity Insights from 2020-11-23T21:17

In episode 59 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Lucy James of GameSpot.com on to discuss her roles as a Host and Senior Video Producer. Xbox shortages look to continue well into 2021 a...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 58: Xbox Series S|X Launch | Grounded Hits 5 Million | Xbox Breaks Records from 2020-11-15T13:13:55

In episode 58 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the arrival of the Xbox Series S and X to record breaking numbers, the games to play and the games to avoid, and celebrate a few of the ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 57: Mass Effect Legendary Edition | Xbox One Memories | Guest Dealer Gaming from 2020-11-08T15:28:39

In episode 57 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss standout memories of the Xbox One generation, word of a new Mass Effect, and later in the show we welcome Dealer Gaming, host of Youtube...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 56: Cyberpunk Delayed | Halo Infinite Lead Departs | Series X Launch Day Celebrations from 2020-11-01T15:36:54

In episode 56 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the delays of Cyberpunk 2077 and Far Cry 6, take note of the departures made by Xbox creative leads, and look forward to celebrating the...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 55: Xbox FanFest Stumbles | Ubisoft Connect Brings Cross-Progression | Gears 5 Upgrades for Series X from 2020-10-25T17:42

In episode 55 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the changes made by Ubisoft to disassemble Uplay in favor of Ubisoft Connect, which will bring cross-progression to their games going fo...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 54: Interview with Clayton Kauzlaric | Phil Spencer on Bethesda Exclusivity | Xbox Series X Heat Tests from 2020-10-18T19:05:17

In episode 54 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Clayton Kauzlaric, Creative Director at Xbox and founder of Beep Games to chat about his latest independent project Bartlow’s Dread Mach...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 53: Interview with Malik Prince - Program Manager of Xbox MVP and Ambassador Team | Xbox's xCloud to iOS | Microsoft Partners with Gamestop from 2020-10-11T17:09:07

In episode 53 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Malik Prince, Program Manager for the Xbox MVP and Ambassador Teams to the show to discuss representation in games, positive Xbox commun...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 52: Star Wars Squadrons and Crash Bandicoot 4 Impressions | CD Projekt Red Crunch Discussion | Xbox Beyond 2021 from 2020-10-04T19:25:24

In episode 52 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss review impressions for both Star War Squadrons and Crash Bandicoot 4, both of which impressed. We'll take a look at the latest allegatio...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 51: Microsoft Buys Bethesda - Xbox Exclusivity Debates | Xbox Series S|X Pre-Orders Go Live | Memory Card Cost Is High from 2020-09-27T18:38:36

In episode 51 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the industry shaking news that Microsoft has purchased Bethesda to bolster Xbox Game Studios from 15 internals studios to an impressive ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 50: Interview with Jeff Grubb | Xbox Pre-Order Pressures | Playstation 5 Showcase Impresses | xCloud Debuts in Xbox Game Pass from 2020-09-20T19:41:04

In episode 50 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Jeff Grubb to the show to discuss the nature of industry leaks and the continued next gen showdowns, Playstation 5’s showcase greatly im...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 49: Xbox Series S Revealed | Console Price and Release Dates Confirmed | PlayStation 5 Showcase Scheduled from 2020-09-13T17:40:50

In episode 49 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the leak and subsequent reveal of the Xbox Series S along with next gen price-points, Playstation 5’s showcase event is set, and Ubisoft...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 48: Marvel's Avengers Review | IP Are More Important Than Power | Xbox In Japan from 2020-09-06T20:00

In episode 48 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the immense power of IP affording game companies leeway in the market, Ubisoft re-titles Gods and Monsters, and next gen information sti...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 47: Joseph Staten to 343 and Halo Infinite | Marvel's Avengers Gets Multiple Battle Passes | Call of Duty Pricing Baffles from 2020-08-30T17:19:32

In episode 46 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the arrival of veteran leadership by Joseph Staten in moving to 343 to aid Halo Infinite’s team. Marvel’s Avengers and Call of Duty pric...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 46: Interview with 12 Minutes Creator Luis Antonio | Gotham Knights and Suicide Squad | Impressions of Battletoads and New Super Lucky's Tale from 2020-08-23T17:00

In episode 46 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Luis Antonio about his highly anticipated indie title 12 Minutes. DC Fandome showcased two next gen superhero projects including WB Mo...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 45: Interview with IGN's Ryan McCaffrey | Halo Infinite Delayed to 2021 | Epic Battles Apple from 2020-08-16T19:00

In episode 45 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome IGN Executive Editor Ryan McCaffrey to the show to look back on his nearly two decades covering Xbox from OXM to IGN. We'll evaluate the...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 44: Interview with Grounded Game Director Adam Brennecke | Rocksteady's Suicide Squad Announced | Spider-Man a Playstation Exclusive in Marvel's Avengers from 2020-08-09T19:00

In episode 44 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Adam Brennecke, the Game Director for Obsidian Entertainment’s Grounded which launched into Xbox Early Access and Steam preview to ove...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 43: 1 Million Players Grounded | Halo Infinite Multiplayer is Free | Private Division to Publish for Ori Devs from 2020-08-02T21:00

In episode 43 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we continue gauging the response to Halo Infinite’s demo by the gaming community at large, we’ll spotlight the brilliant success of Obsidian's Grou...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 42: Xbox Games Showcase | Xbox Revenue Is Up | Halo Infinite and Fable from 2020-07-26T21:18:05

In episode 42 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we break down the impact of the bevy of announcements from the Xbox Games Showcase, examine Xbox revenue year over year, and look ahead to the Xbox...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 41: Interview with Stu Grubbs on Mixer's Demise | Xbox July 23rd Showcase | Xbox One X Discontinued from 2020-07-19T21:10:24

In episode 41 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we welcome Stu Grubbs, CEO of Lighstream back onto the show to discuss how his streaming company managed themselves through the abrupt demise of Mi...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 40: Interview with Thierry Boulanger (Sabotage Studios) | Phil Spencer on Console Generations | Far Cry 6 from 2020-07-12T22:00

In episode 40 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP)we welcome Creative Director and Founder of Sabotage Studios Thierry Boulanger to discuss his work with The Messenger. Microsoft's Phil Spencer has ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 39: Game Prices Rising and Xbox Summer Game Fest Demos from 2020-07-05T21:19:40

In episode 39 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we examine the current MSRP of video games and their potential to rise in next gen with the news of NBA 2K21 being $10 more expensive for Xbox Seri...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 38: Mixer Shuts Down, Halo Infinite Teaser, and Avengers War Table from 2020-06-29T01:00

In episode 38 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at the abrupt shutting down of Microsoft's Mixer streaming service coupled with their closing of retail stores. Halo Infinite teases...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 37: Interview with Justin Woodward (Media Indie Exchange, Guerrilla Collective) | EA Play 2020 | Cyberpunk 2077 Delay from 2020-06-21T15:24:53

In episode 37 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with founder and director of the Media Indie Exchange (MIX) Justin Woodward about the recent Guerrilla Collective and his efforts in bringi...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 36: Playstation 5 Revealed, Batman Studios for Sale, and Star Wars Squadrons Leaked from 2020-06-15T00:19:42

In episode 36 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we examine how the reveal of Sony's Playstation 5 was received by the gaming industry and what Microsoft must do to respond in their July Xbox Seri...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 35: Interview with Tatiana Delgado (Director - Call of the Sea), Industry Responses to Black Lives Matter Movement, and Minecraft Dungeons from 2020-06-08T01:01

In episode 35 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Tatiana Delgado, founder of Out of the Blue Games and Director of the upcoming Xbox One and Series X title Call of the Sea. We’ll disc...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 34: Interview Jeremy Gritton, Art and Story Lead - Ori and the Will of the Wisps | Back Compat | Xbox Summer Announcements from 2020-06-01T01:01

In episode 34 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Moon Studios Art Director and Story Lead Jeremy Gritton about his work on Ori and the Will of the Wisps, we’ll examine the value of Ba...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 33: Interview with Paul Bettner, CEO of Playful Studios, Minecraft Dungeons Review, and Nolan in Fortnite from 2020-05-25T01:01

In episode 33 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Paul Bettner, CEO of Playful Studios whose career has taken him from Age of Empires and Halo Wars through to New Super Lucky’s Tale! T...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 32: Interview with Cissy Jones, Unreal Engine 5 Reveal, and Tony Hawk Remasters from 2020-05-18T01:01

In episode 32 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we absorb the news of Unreal Engine 5, chat Tony Hawk remasters, and speak with renowned voice actor Cissy Jones about her many roles across the ga...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 31: Inside Xbox Analysis and Looking Ahead to EA Play from 2020-05-11T01:01

In episode 30 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a critical eye toward the most recent Inside Xbox and analyze what they did successfully and what needs improvement going forward. We'll di...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 30: Interview with Zach Wigal, Founder of Gamer's Outreach; Xbox Game Pass Breaks Records, Summer Game Fest from 2020-05-04T01:01

In episode 30 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Zach Wigal, the founder of the gaming charity Gamer's Outreach on their efforts to bring gaming to children in hospitals. Geoff Keighl...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 29: Interview with Mike Bithell, Games With Gold Must Go, and May Game Announcements from 2020-04-27T04:00

In episode 29 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we chat with Thomas Was Alone creator Mike Bithell about his experiences in creating games, working with voice actors, and the pressures of having ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 28: Xbox One Hardware News, Jason Schreier Leaves Kotaku, and Master Chief from 2020-04-20T01:01

In episode 28 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we have special guest introduction to the show. Beyond that we examine the Xbox One family of devices moving forward and what their price points wi...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 27 - Xbox In Japan, Inside Xbox Recap, and PS5's DualSense Impact from 2020-04-13T01:01

In episode 27 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the impact of Xbox in Japan as it's been announced that Game Pass is arriving to both Korea and Japan. Insid...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 26: Interview with Andrea Rene of What's Good Games, Reviews of Resident Evil 3 and Bleeding Edge, and Xbox Series X from 2020-04-06T01:01

In episode 26 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Andrea Rene of What's Good Games stops in to discuss her roles in the gaming industry as a producer, on-camera talent, businesswoman and host. Revi...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 25: Dead Cells Interview with Steve Filby of Motion Twin on Development and the Impact of Xbox Game Pass and Project xCloud from 2020-03-30T15:15:30

In episode 25 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Steve Filby, CEO of Evil Empire and Marketing Manager/Producer at Motion Twin joins Luke to discuss the development of Dead Cells, the impact of Xb...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 24: Playstation 5 Efficiency vs Xbox Series X Power | Rebekah Valentine of GamesIndustry.biz Interview from 2020-03-23T01:01

In episode 24 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we examine Sony's GDC presentation of the Playstation 5 and its efficient design versus the power of Microsoft's Xbox Series X. Early impressions o...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 23: E3 Cancelled, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Caustic Reality Developer Interview from 2020-03-16T01:01

In episode 23 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the short and long term ramifications of E3's cancellation and how COVID-19 may be impacting the gaming industry from developers work...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 22: Ori and the Will of the Wisps Review, GeForce Now and xCloud, and Star Wars Project Maverick from 2020-03-10T01:01

In episode 22 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss GeForce Now and it's impact on the market of Project xCloud. Star Wars: Maverick has leaked with speculation running rampant for just wh...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 21: GDC 2020 Postponed, Xbox Series X News, and a Dashboard Update from 2020-03-02T00:01

In episode 21 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss the postponement of GDC 2020, the swath of Xbox Series X news announced in Phil Spencer's blog post, and of course listener mail. Enj...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 20: Sony Withdraws from GDC and PAX, Series X Pricing, and Upcoming ID@Xbox Games from 2020-02-24T00:01

In episode 20 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the potential impacts of Sony withdrawing from GDC and PAX due to Coronoavirus. How does this impact the launch of the Xbox Series X ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 19: xCloud to iOS, Samsung Partners with Xbox, and E3 Woes Continue from 2020-02-17T00:01

In episode 19 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll Project xCloud expanding to iOS, Samsung partnering with Xbox to bring gaming to their platforms, and Geoff Keighley bows out of E3 as the ES...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 18: Xbox Eyes Google Stadia, Amazon;Dan Houser Departs Rockstar from 2020-02-10T00:01

In episode 18 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Phil Spencer's most recent comments on Google Stadia and Amazon being Xbox's primary competition in the next generation. Dan Houser h...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 17: Steel Series PR Manager Christian Cooper and Xbox Sales Ready for Series X from 2020-02-03T00:01

In episode 17 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Christian Cooper, Global Marketing and Communications Manager of Steel Series joins Luke to discuss the how the world of Public Relations have chan...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 16: Interview with Steven Spohn of Able Gamers, Ninja Theory's Project Mara, and Journey to the Savage Planet from 2020-01-27T00:01

In episode 16 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Luke is joined by Steven Spohn, the COO of Able Gamers to discuss what it is Able Gamers does in its work of bringing games to those with physical ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 15: Cyberpunk&Avengers Delayed, Sony Skips E3, and Xbox Series X from 2020-01-20T00:01

In episode 15 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss the decision by Sony to skip E3 while Microsoft is afforded the luxury of owning a theater on site. Cyberpunk and Marvel's Avengers a...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 14: Next Gen "Exclusives", Batman Teases, and CES Letdowns from 2020-01-13T00:01

In episode 14 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll examine the meaning of "Exclusives" as Xbox Game Studios head Matt Booty inadvertently aroused controversy for how next gen systems will hand...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 13: Vince Zampella's Career News and 2010's Xbox Look Back from 2020-01-06T00:01

In episode 13 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Vince Zampella's move to head up DICE LA without leaving his role at Respawn Entertainment, we'll look back at a decade of ups and do...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 12: Game Awards Analytics, Xbox Series X, and Stu Grubbs CEO&Co-Founder of Lightstream Interview from 2019-12-23T00:01

In episode 12 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at viewership analytics from The Game Awards, revisit the naming of the Xbox Series X (along with its impact on xCloud), and highlig...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 11: Xbox Series X, Senua's Saga, and Resident Evil 3 from 2019-12-16T00:01

In episode 11 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the surprise reveal of the Xbox Series X at The Game Awards. We break down the naming conventions used by Xbox ecosystem along with the ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 10: Must Play 2019, 2 Sku Scarlett, and Benjamin Rivers Developer Interview from 2019-12-09T00:01

In episode 10 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the potential of a 2 SKU Xbox Scarlett with Anaconda and Lockhart along with their potential price-points. Halo: Reach has been added to...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 9: No Xbox VR, Speculation Damage, and Endgames from 2019-12-02T00:01

In episode 9 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we examine Phil Spencer's statements on VR in reference to Xbox and Project Scarlett. With "rumors and speculation" abound ahead of new hardware and...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 8: Amazon A Gaming Contender, Jedi Fallen Order, and VR on Project Scarlett from 2019-11-25T00:01

In episode 8 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Amazon as they ready themselves to enter the game streaming foray. The Game Awards have been announced and they're not without controversy. We'll lo...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 7: X019, Project xCloud Expands, and Jedi: Fallen Order Impressions from 2019-11-18T00:01

In episode 7 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the impressive slate of announcements of X019 including the expansion of Project xCloud moving into 2020. Xbox Game Pass continues to mak...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 6: Sparklite Developer Interview, Elite 2 Controller, and X019 Preview from 2019-11-11T00:01

In episode 6 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the incredible design of the Elite 2 controller and the accessibility options it continues to bring to gamers of all types. With X019 on ...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 5: Xbox All-Access, Blizzard Announcements, and Death Stranding to PC from 2019-11-04T00:01

In episode 5 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss EA Access arriving on Steam and how this impacts Xbox Game Pass. Blizzard returns to the news with their Blizzcon announcements of Diablo...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 4: Ubisoft Delays, Modern Warfare's Intensity, and Xbox Pricing Structures from 2019-10-28T01:01

In episode 4 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss Ubisoft's delaying of Watch Dogs: Legion along with several other flagship titles. Continued experimentation of Project xCloud has lead t...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 3: Project xCloud Hands On and Xbox Game Pass Data Impresses from 2019-10-21T01:01

In episode 3 of Xbox Expansion Pass we discuss hands-on impressions with Microsoft's Project xCloud, the news of Google Stadia's wireless controller frustrations, and examine the reactions to th...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 2: Playstation 5 and Stadia Announcements Push Scarlett from 2019-10-14T01:01

In episode 2 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we break down the impacts of the Playstation 5 announcement coupled with the news that Google Stadia is to introduce "negative latency". What does this me...

Xbox Expansion Pass - Episode 1: Marvel's Avengers and Narrative Directions from 2019-10-07T19:59:35

The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, play...