Defining Duke, Episode 105 | The Rumors Are Swirling - Will Xbox Finally Deliver in 2023? (Patreon)
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It has been said by many far and wide that 2023 is the year Xbox must deliver. With the rumor mill churning out some interesting nuggets in the form of an early 2023 Xbox showcase, release date candidates for Starfield and Redfall, and even hints of what's to come later in the year; there is much to be excited about. Both official outlets and reports are suggesting that a Starfield-Redfall duo for May/June can soon be upon us. With that in mind, Xbox fans must adjust to a new reality. A reality where blockbuster games are being delivered and thanks to that the conversation will change. In the spirit of preparation, The Dukes take a hard look at the first half of 2023 where Xbox can finally leave their long awaited mark on the industry. However, we must also ask: What if they don't deliver? It is all these angles and more that we prepare for in today's episode on top of more on Hellblade 2, Deathloop, Persona 3 Remake, and much, much more.
Timestamps:
0:00:00 - Intro
0:04:33 - HOEG!
0:07:11 - A dismemberment correction
0:08:55 - Is Cog more handsome than Matty?
0:12:12 - Where does the urine hit the bowl?
0:17:48 - Ranking french toast, pancakes, and waffles
0:25:17 - PSA - Retro Xbox games may have cooled down in price
0:26:02 - Ninja Theory hints at new Hellblade II info
0:32:21 - Atomic Heart will have no multiplayer component
0:33:50 - Wizards of the Coast have canceled multiple video game projects
0:38:54 - 2023 should bring a long awaited Metal Gear Solid announcement
0:39:20 - S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 is back on the menu
0:41:28 - Fallout 76 has crossed 13.5 million players
0:46:04 - Microsoft’s fight with the FTC is revealing new insights
0:48:39 - What we’ve been playing
1:07:11 - Is 2023 the year Xbox finally delivers?
1:21:51 - Will Squanch Games and Xbox work together again?
1:30:09 - Should publishers accept exclusivity deals?
1:36:50 - Starfield and Redfall release rumors are swirling
2:01:23 - More content from the Deathloop universe may be on the way
2:07:02 - Persona 3 Portable and Persona 4 Golden are headed to Xbox January 19th
2:21:20 - Game Pass Pick of the Week
2:28:26 - What gaming figure’s biography would we like to read?