On the latest episode of Checkpoint Chat, we've had out Nintendo Switch 2 consoles for over a month now and have a lot to say about its design, some pitfalls, and the value of Mario Kart World. Then it's off to Australia and its tar spider-infested forests in Death Stranding 2, all the feels we felt at the end of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and the enduring pull of Elden Ring Nightreign.Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.socialWant to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - Why is networking so complicated???00:11:45​ - So, is the Nintendo Switch 2 worth getting right now?00:45:03 - Death Stranding 2 is all about the vibes01:11:36 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 remains a GOTY frontrunner01:20:43 - Elden Ring Nightreign is real good#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview
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Episode 271 - Tony Hawk's Mario Kart
It's a big week this week on Checkpoint Chat, with the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, a brand new Mario Kart, and the new satisfying clicks of a Joy-Con. There's also loads of other games to talk about, like Elden Ring Nightreign, Blue Prince, and a bunch of upcoming titles such as Resident Evil Requiem from Summer Game Fest.Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - Resident Evil Games Fest00:24:15​ - What are we seeing at the Xbox showcase00:32:53 - We have the Nintendo Switch 2!01:02:35 - Blue Prince is unbelievably good01:17:18 - Elden Ring Nightreign is forcing us to GET GUD#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview
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Episode 270 - Surprise Sounds
This week in Checkpoint Chat, Matty and Sandy are still floored by how exceptional Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is, turns out the demons of medieval times are just as fun to slaughter in Doom: The Dark Ages, and can you guess which of the characters in Final Destination are recurring ones? We sure can!Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - White noise and sides of the bed00:16:13 - Matty is loving Clair Obscur: Expedition 3300:43:45 - Doom: The Dark Ages is a welcome change01:05:35 - Frontlogs are the future01:06:36 - Horror movies and the return of bed sides#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview
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Episode 269 - Blue Filter Magicians
We're back at last and filled to the brim with nonsense discussions! This week we dive into Metroid Prime Remastered, Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, and Monster Hunter Wilds. There's also talk of the Nintendo Switch 2, which is just around the corner... Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter:   / checkpointchat​​  Facebook:   / checkpointchat  Instagram:   / checkpointchat  Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointch... Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - The mystery behind blue light filters (SOLVED!)00:16:07 - South Africa really does rule00:19:42 - Metroid Prime Remastered absolutely holds up00:27:10 - Assassin's Creed Shadows is comfort food for sure00:28:37 - Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition is dense (but good)00:39:12 - Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 is a surprise 2025 hit01:06:45 - Monster Hunter Wilds still has us hooked01:13:36 - The Nintendo Switch 2 launch is soon!#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview
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Episode 268 - Dive-Bombing Poops
It's our last episode for a while, so pull up a seat for fresh impressions on 33 Immortals and final thoughts on Assassin's Creed Shadows! Bonus content this week includes: pigeons and their personal poop agendas, and the sun. Follow Checkpoint Chat on...Twitter: https://twitter.com/CheckpointChat​​Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CheckpointChatInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/checkpointchatBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/checkpointchat.bsky.social Want to listen to more gaming goodness, on other platforms? Subscribe to the podcast on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more right here: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/checkpointchat-- SHOW NOTES --00:00:00​ - Pigeons are assholes00:06:28 - 33 Immortals is an interesting game for sure00:30:04 - We rolled credits on Assassin's Creed Shadows!00:54:36 - The sun is an asshole too (sometimes)#gamingpodcast #gamingchannels #gamingreview
Checkpoint Chat is an invitation to an all new gaming conversation. Hosted by seasoned writers Alessandro Barbosa (Gamespot, Critical Hit) and Matthew Figueira (Critical Hit), indulge yourself in discussion about games being played right now, weekly news and conversations with you, a listener.
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