Defining Duke, Episode 48: Our Predictions For The Game Awards + R.I.P. Xbox FPS Boost (Video) (Patreon)

Our Predictions For The Game Awards + R.I.P. Xbox FPS Boost | Defining Duke Episode 48

The Game Awards marketing showcase is soon upon us which means significant game announcements are inbound. Xbox fans in particular should keep a close eye on this show as Microsoft has made important reveals on Geoff Keighley's stage in the past such as with the Xbox Series X and Hellblade II just in 2019. Matty and Cog pick apart both the nominations for the popularity contest and possible announcements to be made in what should be a fun cap to the year. Let it be known that Dragon Age Origins is a good game, but that era of BioWare is long gone. With turnover really damaging what this RPG titan used to be, they're in desperate need of a win. Now with Dragon Age 4 losing its creative director midway through development, another layer of uncertainty envelops this studio. This may not be a surprise, but what may catch fans off guard is Xbox putting FPS boost down along with their backwards compatible initiative. All this plus more video game fight stories, Halo band-aids, and Christmas games tie together our first December episode! Get Last Stand merch! https://www.laststandmedia.shop Early access to new episodes will go live every Thursday ad-free at 12:00 PM EST at http://www.Patreon.com/LastStandMedia ​. Episodes will be available publicly three days after. Follow the hosts! @MrMattyPlays https://www.Twitter.com/G27Status​ @Iron Lords Podcast https://twitter.com/LordCognito #DefiningDuke #Xbox #TheGameAwards Timestamps: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:04:33 - Opening comments and smaller items. 0:17:54 - What we’ve been playing. 0:25:26 - Do Achievements prove you’re a gamer? 0:32:58 - When will Microsoft dump Xbox Live Gold? 0:36:38 - What could Sony do to compete if Xbox pulls ahead? 0:43:19 - Should Halo Infinite quick play really ignore skill based matchmaking? 0:48:53 - Will Halo Infinite “win” the shooter race this year? 0:55:54 - The Game Awards will have some big announcements. Let’s predict what they could be! 1:31:21 - Dragon Age 4 may be in trouble amongst multiple staff departures. 1:45:01 - New info has emerged about Starfield. 1:59:10 - The FPS Boost program has paused for the foreseeable future. 2:09:04 - Xbox Series S is the Black Friday champion. 2:18:35 - Halo Infinite’s progression is still an issue. 2:27:38 - Cyberpunk 2077 is getting its next gen update in Q1 of 2022. 2:33:44 - Coming to and leaving from Game Pass. 2:38:08 - Game Pass pick of the week. 2:45:55 - Will Microsoft develop a console-like experience for PC? 2:50:24 - How do we feel about the Destiny Content Vault? 2:55:31 - What are our top Nintendo franchises? 3:00:37 - What makes a multiplayer map memorable and engaging? 3:03:17 - Do we have a Christmas game?