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Brian and Corey each took their first plunge into the juggernaut that is Animal Crossing. We revisit the conversation about in-game chores (that's the whole game, right?) and then talk about parenting and screen time while under a shelter-at-home order.Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are doing all they can to not discuss the current situation, but instead focus on the newly announced PS5 specs, some recent games they've been playing, and who is the podcast's "bad guest."Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are talking about E3 being canceled, staying healthy during this crisis, and most importantly, the Final Fantasy VII Remake demo.E3's home page with their cancelationSend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey discuss the chores given to you by games and how far we're willing to go. We also didn't sleep on the announcement of the "Gamer Bed."  We also had some mail from friend of the show Ultranurd.Gaming ChoresGamer BedMegaCity OceaniaInnovationAnomiaSend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

The big topic this week is the release of some of the technical specifications for the Microsoft Xbox Series X. Then we have a little catch-up with the guys.Xbox Series X specsSend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Yes, hello.  Brian and Corey are discussing Ninja's latest tweet about gaming not being just a game, Sony pulling out of PAX East, and the rise of modern tabletop gaming.Tabletop gamingBrian's Hand of Fate reviewSend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey hit a few topics in this week's news including a feel-good story, Pokemon Home announcement, Torchlight III, Warcraft III Reforged news, and Corey's continuing Switch woes. We also have a report from our Battle Royale Correspondent.Pokemon HomeTorchlight IIISend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are discussing all the delays they knew about at the time of this recording. And Corey is looking for Switch game recommendations.Doom EternalSend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes 

Brian and Corey review 50 games Polygon is anticipating in 2020 to prove to Corey that there are, in fact, games releasing in 2020.Polygon's article What games are you most looking forward to in 2020? Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are back from the holiday to celebrate the new year and they've both got Witcher on the brain. We also talk about some recent news...Toss a coin to your Witcher, O valley of plenty...Oh whoa-ohhhh!Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are talking about those Game Awards. We discuss the show's length and its place in the breadth of the games industry. We also touch on some of the winners and losers of the night.Game Awards nominees and winnersCnet's long, drawn-out description of the showSend us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey discuss the direct-to-consumer videos of PlayStation's State of Play and Nintendo's Indie World. The Game Awards are being held a week.Send us your feedback by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey have a less video game-centric podcast to discuss the $10M lawsuit Riot Games settled as well as debating why The Mandalorian can or cannot be a Western.  We also discuss our Thanksgiving holidays and more.Riot Settles LawsuitWe definitely want your feedback after this episode. So send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Historian and professor Bob Whitaker is back on to talk about his trip to the Strong Museum of Play and his thoughts on the Google Stadia launch.Bob on TwitterHistory RespawnedStrong Museum of PlayGoogle Stadia launch lineupGreedo and MaclunkeyWe know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are back at it this week to discuss Corey's adventure for Extra Life, and then we comb through Polygon's list of Top 100 games of the decade.Polygon's 51-100Polygon's 11-50Polygon's 1-10We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey seem to find all the negative news this week, but still find a silver lining talking about The Outer Worlds.EA and Valve PartnershipEpic Games LawsuitWe know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are flying duo again to talk about Fallout 1st and we talk about the recent troubles with WWE 2K20 as well as our favorite wrestling games.WWE 2K20 Review at IGNFallout 1st AnnouncementWe know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes 

Brian and Corey are joined this week by sound nerd and creative, Mike Keogh.  We talk about what he's up to, the latest on the PlayStation 5, and Blizzard controversy and China.Mike on TwitterDeeper look into the PS5We know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are joined this week by Twitch streamer turned voice-over actor Daniel Munoz. We talk about Dan's career, his aspirations, and PlayStation's latest State of Play.Dan on TwitterCasting CallState of Play RecapWe know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes

Brian and Corey are celebrating the 5-year anniversary of the beginning of this podcast and you're invited. We reminisce about when we had substance on the show as well as Borderlands 3, leaked E3 plans, and the re-release of Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch.Borderlands 3 bugs on RedditESA leaked E3 plansWe know you've got thoughts, so send them to us by tweeting to the podcast at @astartingpoint, Corey or Brian.  Or simply email us at StartingPointFeedback [at] Gmail dot com.Starting Point on Google PlayStarting Point on iTunes