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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

On this week’s CORE episode, Sony is pumping the gas on the PS5 price 6 years in. By kind of a lot, historically speaking. Also, Crimson Desert dominates! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/iJMD3WdQmF4

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

So…Nintendo is making digital games less expensive than physical? Sort of kinda not really maybe. Plus, how is Crimson Desert? FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/Rj6yENoxBY8

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

Today on CORE, Crimson Desert is here. Also, that DLSS5 blowback was intense. And lots more! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/2DpM4Q81Ya8

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 15/03/2026

As promised, a 55 minute free preview of Jon's commentary run through RE9 is UP! The rest will soon be up on the Substack and Patreon for subscribers. youtu.be/Q5csoDrScpI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Slay the Spire 2 is VERY good you guys. Also, the ram problem persists. And is it Crimson Desert day yet? FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/mwCXKW202sI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Looks like Sony is out of the multi-platform port business. We have lots of thoughts. Also, RIP Highguard. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/_ecSY_-s1iQ

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

Time for CORE! And suddenly, we will have Wolverine this year. Also, weird business going on at Xbox, and the games of March are staring us down! Lots more too. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/og1M8IGrrvY

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 20/02/2026

That ashes of creation thing is just getting messier and messier by the day. Also, Unity wants you to type your next casual video game. We will explain. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/ElS7IM_1Gf8

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Diablo hit a milestone, and is giving EVERYTHING a warlock. Also, we ramp up for a Playstation State of Play today! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/bz2FN7luAc4

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

It’s official! The great Liam O’Brien is coming to Nerdtacular this June in SLC! From Critical Role to The Mighty Nein, he’s a legend and a long-time friend. Can’t wait to have him hang with the Frogpants community! Tickets & hotel info: frogpants.com/nerdtacular

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Is Overwatch back on top? We talk OW re-branding, the Ashes of Creation mess, Valve’s Steam hardware, and maybe the end of Outer Worlds, and more! | FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/7WNjtRdR76k

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

So, turns out we know what Highguard is now, and it’s not all that great. Plus all kinds of other stuff this week on CORE! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/AxgQE2ierLQ

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

Were you in the mood for a Code Veronica remake? We might be too. Also, Marathon is actually preselling pretty well, and Ubisoft might be on fire. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/MNnv1DFehak

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

CORE Special: Warren Davis & The Creation of Q*Bert. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtube.com/scottjohnson

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 16/01/2026

Wait, what happened to Highguard? Also, we have our Kratos. He used to be our Loki. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/tzOdpQJ7Pjo

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 09/01/2026

Are we really finally getting a Starcraft shooter? Seems like it. Also, the January releases! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/A5t60RemOsI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 04/01/2026

Not saying this happens, just saying it wouldn't be so bad if it did. www.core.show/p/the-new-li...

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 02/01/2026

Time for the OsCORES! The crew got into the weeds of picking our favorite, side-eyeing the bummers, and giving love to the surprizes in gaming in 2025. ENJOY! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtube.com/live/LVZhCd5...

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 27/12/2025

This week is like most final episodes of the year: Loaded up with games and your emails and texts! ENJOY! (the OsCORES next week! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/Za21KBXnGN4

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

On a whole new CORE, a little awards wrap-up, some thoughts on Netflix buying WB games, and lots more this week. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/iSF87R4BSUQ

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

Are the latest round of Half-Life 3 rumors worth discussion? We find out, while bringing you yet another episode of CORE! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/w1Oh-GUPqdw

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 21/11/2025

Turns out, the game awards nominations are controversial. Sounds like most years, but this time? There’s a bit more to it. We hit it hard, along with all the usual! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/MogOceNI2W8

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

A big drop from Valve! Hardware a hoy! But no prices. Or Half-Life 3. But we talk about all that and loads more this week! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: core.show VIDEO: youtu.be/t2dwXdb8ZF8

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

This week on CORE, Animal Crossing comes to Switch 2 with 3.0, and Amazon Games falls apart! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/bC1rd3TQiFI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

Making a top 100 list is really hard, but PC Gamer went ahead and tried anyway. Plus a lot more this week on CORE! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/XldVBNJCaRI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

On this week’s CORE episode, the reviews for the Xbox Ally-X are in, and it is not a good scene. Also, Quantic Dream is making an…MOBA? All that and more! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/6glkEJ-g0Og

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Hades II jumped ahead of the year’s pack of excellent games for us. It’s prompting some interesting thoughts. Also, MS and Gamepass dig a little deeper on that grave. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/GRlh95-2o78

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Tonight on CORE: Did Sonic just out kart Mario? Also, MegaBonk may be ugly, but it has the sauce. Hades II and other stuff too! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/k11ykZvU8PI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 20/09/2025

This week on CORE, Nintendo Direct hype: Metroid Prime 4, Fire Emblem, Virtual Boy! Nods & Hades 2 on Sept 25. Pitchford clowns, Sega revives “Ninten-Don’t,” and Cyberpunk 2 may go multiplayer. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/4EHWwXEfmXA

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 12/09/2025

CORE is out! What would it take to get Johnny Silverhand back? Not much it turns out. Also, that Expedition 33 concert must be amazing. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/AlSIchCxE58

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

Talking this year’s GamesCom with Tanner, who was there! The games that stood out, the strong WoW showing, and a lot more! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/PTicATwX6qs

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Beau and his girlfriend. #corepodcast frogpants.com/core

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

CORE is up! No Man’s Sky might be perfect now. Even with some bugs. Also, all the GamesCom WoW systems with Bobby, and lots more! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/IZpqygbQ2Zo

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 29/08/2025

What do we have in store next month in terms of big game drops? A lot it turns out. Also, what could Clair Obscur do next? Don’t say 34. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/SIPculnFX2E

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

All the GamesCom things from Germany, including some discussion around the new WoW expansion cinematic. Plus big changes to Steam ratings, and lots more this week! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/nkGUw7ypThQ

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 16/08/2025

Is MS going modular with the next Xbox? Based on some leaks, sure seems like it. We go DEEP into it, plus all the other great stuff you expect from these dorks. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/e-yNqhfQiO8

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 08/08/2025

From MK: Legacy Kollection to Battlefield 6, the news is whack this week. Free nudie games from GOG, Kirby info, Cyberpunk's Lucy in Guilty Gear Strive, your feedback. Plus, more Power Rangers in Fortnite & WoW time with Bobby! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/aJsNtD7VVhA

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 01/08/2025

The Itch.io stuff get’s even stranger, and we have thoughts. Plus, the corpo money is flowing at MS, like it or not. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/xnG24iqNCJs

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 26/07/2025

Critical Role makes games, Outer Worlds 2 drops to $70, Splitgate 2 unlaunches, and we mourn Julian LeFay. Plus: PS2 memories, Donkey Kong Bananza, Captain of Industry, FFX, Slay the Spire & more! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/ZsNFa-5SKFg

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 18/07/2025

Turns out, DK still has the magic! A load of gaming news, and a load of thoughts! What else is CORE for? FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/7_wGB0hzw7I

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 11/07/2025

We talked game comfort, Subnautica 2's Krafton mess, studio shakeups, and new Final Fantasy and Resident Evil rumors! Among other things! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/t7XbyJH50GQ

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 27/06/2025

These positive reviews for Death Stranding 2 are off the charts. Plus all the other fun stuff you get from CORE each week. FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/ekpD9ZDoWDw

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 21/06/2025

Scott has a theory about the Xbox plan, and it’s a bit of a coup. Plus ALL the other gaming talk you can eat this week on CORE! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/H3q7BRdt_pI

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Let’s find a way to round up all the game news from last week’s blowout. Plus, seems Mario’s still got it! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/xP9t3UzcOkM

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 06/06/2025

Happy Switch 2 day! Some early impressions. Plus, the crazy weekend of game info is about to hit, and we are HERE FOR IT! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/pvrv7ZGql_c

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 30/05/2025

Aww, man! EA killed another great one. Plus a WHOLE lot more on the latest episode of CORE! FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/Bo61l7kEL70

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The CORE Podcast @coreshow.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

New Mario movie sequel "Super Mario World”! Nintendo EULA update: bricking for cheats/ROMs? 😬 Virtual boats (in ESO), digital ownership, Zelda Dear Martha! "Doom: The Dark Ages" & more! #Nintendo #Mario #Doom #Gaming FEEDS, EPISODE and SITE: frogpants.com/core VIDEO: youtu.be/ynWDCFyBx6Q

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