KeenGamer Podcast Episode 66: Crunch Culture Conversation
The KeenGamer Podcast is back, and the gang talks about Pokemon Go, Hitman 3, and crunch culture. Whether it is indie or AAA studios, crunch is an industry-wide problem. The cast goes into what companies are known for it and others who have...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 64 – Video Games and COVID-19
Chances are you've felt the unfortunate effects of Covid-19 over the past year, we all have, and the video game industry as a whole is forever changed from the pandemic, and so on the latest episode of the podcast KeenCast thought it approp...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 63 – Watch Dogs: Legion
The fall games floodgate has officially opened up with the release of Watch Dogs: Legion. The KeenCast do an analysis of the game after it's first week. Additionally there's new PS5 pre-order issues, CDPR is having stock troubles, and a new...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 62 – The Game Awards Predictions
The KeenCast goes over their predictions for reveals seen at this year's Game Awards in this episode. Throughout the hour the discussion over Cyberpunk 2077's latest delay, Destruction AllStars changes, Tom Holland filling the Nathan Drake ...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 61 – Industry Acquisitions
Studio acquisitions are a regular event in the video game industry. While the Zenimax acquisition was the biggest ever, it's thrown people into utter confusion about what can and can't happen. This week Tristan and Tommus discuss the pros a...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 60 – Next-Gen Launch Titles
What are you planning on playing on launch day in November? The panel can help you figure it out! This week we discuss every next-gen launch title from Demon Souls to The Medium and everything in between! Buckle in for this extra long episo...
KeenGamer Podcast: Episode 59: Next-Gen Roundup
Various outlets and personalities got hands-on PS5 and Xbox Series X, so we broke it all down, along with some fun news stories to lighten up everything before all the tech jargon comes in. Have a seat and enjoy as Tristan, Kira, and Luis t...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 58: The Next Decade of Gaming
Generation to generation, gaming has evolved incredibly. It's no wonder the panel can only wonder what's in store for us over this next decade as we prepare to move into a new generation. Cloud gaming, VR, and downfalls all fill the air in ...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 57 – The Next-Gen Conversation
Pre-orders have come and gone. That means next-gen gaming is just around the corner. What does the KeenGamer cast think about the next generation of gaming? Find out this plus so much more in the latest episode of the Official KeenGamer Pod...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 56: Video Games and Morality
In this episode, the cast looks at what it means as a consumer to continue purchasing products from these companies and what we can do as fans. As several larger companies in the video game industry have seemingly succumbed to bankrupt mora...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 55: Cross-Gen Premiums
Should companies be charging premiums for access to cross-gen games? Even the industry itself seems to be unsure with different approaches to cross-gen from $10 upgrades to full cost games, and some just opting for the free option. This wee...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 54: The Summer of No E3
We just made it through the first summer without an E3 in 25 years. This week the cast looks back on this COVID impeded summer for the gaming industry. Is digital the way to go? Are multiple events better than one big week? Find out the cas...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 53
Superheroes are taking over the gaming industry this week! With a lot of big announcements from DC Fandome, the KeenGamer cast decided to make this week superhero focused. Come check out all of the discussion regarding superheroes in gaming...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 52
The Indie scene has changed drastically over the last console generation. This week the cast discusses their favorite indies, and the evolution of the development scene. Also be sure to check out the news on the EA/Apple lawsuit and so much...
KeenGamer Podcast Episode 51
Everybody has that one opinion on video games that is somewhat controversial! Well so does the new cast of the KeenGamer podcast. Tune in to see what each member thinks, plus news on Fall Guys, AC: Valhalla, and so much more. Welcome to Epi...
What Video Game Franchises Deserve TV Adaptations? – KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 49
On KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 49, Sean, David and Tim talk about the video game series they'd like to see adapted into TV shows. The boys also discuss their impressions of Genshin Impact's Final Closed Beta, NBA 2K21's higher price tag on PlaySt...
Should Next Generation Titles Cost More? – KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 48
In the KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 48, Sean, David, and Tim discuss whether or not next generation titles should cost more and the most they would pay for a video game at launch. The boys also talk about Mixer's demise, The Last of Us Part 2's sa...
The Last of Us Part 2 Spoilercast: A KeenGamer Podcast Special
Join KeenGamer writers David Lozada, Tristan Zelden, Anyka Pettigrew, and Tommus Gerwin as they dissect the plot twists, characters, and story beats that make The Last of Us Part 2 one of PlayStation 4's most ambitious exclusives to date. A...
Will Eliminating Load Times Make a Meaningful Difference? – KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 47
In the KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 47, David, Sean, and newcomer Tommus discuss whether or not the elimination of load times will make a meaningful difference in how we play games. The boys also talk about Cyberpunk 2077's delay, New Pokemon Snap...
Our “E3 2020” Favorites – KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 46
In the KeenGamer Podcast Ep. 46, David, Sean, and Tim go over their favorite announcements from "E3 2020," which includes Sony's PlayStation 5 showcase, IGN's Summer of Gaming, the PC Gaming Show, and the Guerrilla Collective. The boys also...
Why I’m Giving Up On The Games Industry
I, one of KeenGamer’s longest serving writers, have chosen to hang up my hat once and for all. I have dedicated many years of my life to writing about videogames. After a lifetime of undying loyalty to a games industry I loved, I've finally...
Rumour: Yet Another Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Leak Emerges
More Marvel's Spider-Man 2 leaks have appeared on Reddit. The unofficial details highlight some narrative info, as well as general gameplay features and DLC plans. According to the leak, a full reveal has been pushed to late Summer, due to ...
Rumour: Acting Résumé Leaks Grand Theft Auto VI?
An acting resume may have just confirmed the existence of Grand Theft Auto VI. Jorge Consejo is allegedly voicing a character called "The Mexican", having done the work in 2018. Consejo has taken to Twitter to inform fans that he is unable ...
Rumour: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Info Leaked On Reddit
New leaked details of Marvel's Spider-Man 2 have emerged on Reddit. None of these details are official, but they do corroborate prior rumours that discussed the game's narrative and gameplay. The sequel will reportedly be announced this Sum...
Rumour: Is Rockstar Games Now Teasing Bully 2?
Rockstar Games is at it again, teasing something new in its website's artwork. Phrases within the artwork suggest a connection to a possible Bully sequel. Could the developer be about to announce GTA 6 and Bully 2? Let's dive into the rumou...
Rumour: Is Rockstar Hinting At GTA 6 In New Artwork?
Recently updated artwork on Rockstar's website may be pointing at a new game announcement, maybe even GTA 6. The artwork has caused a flurry of theories, despite the thin evidence. Could Rockstar Games be about to reveal a new title for cur...
LUNA: The Shadow Dust Review: A Puzzling Story
LUNA: The Shadow Dust is a hand-drawn, story-driven puzzle game that is sure to catch attention, and even trigger some tears. LUNA is more than just a game; it is an artistic creation. Between its music and artwork, and its touching, unique...
Rumour: New Ratchet & Clank Game Possibly In Development
A new Ratchet and Clank game might be on the cards for PS5. According to podcast host Colin Moriarty, Insomniac is developing a next-gen adventure for the Lombax, with it possibly being a launch title for the console. With Sony's recent acq...
Rumour: Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Releasing In 2021
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 may be heading our way sooner than we thought, according to an info leak. The leak confirms some of the villains we will see in the sequel, as well as details on the map size and gameplay mechanics. Official confirmati...
Darksiders Genesis Review: A Triumphant Return to Form
Darksiders Genesis changes the perspective but it returns the franchise back to its roots where it matters. It pairs up the wisecracking Strife with the honorable War and sets them on an action-packed, puzzle-filled adventure across the ric...
Is EA Finally Learning After Fallen Order Sales Success?
Jedi: Fallen Order has enjoyed both commercial and critical success since its launch last month. Its sales have led to something of a new hope for Star Wars fans. A single player game under EA that bucked the monetisation trend and also sol...
Chemically Bonded Review: Light on Chemistry
Introducing the newest visual novel on the periodic table: Chemically Bonded! With two girls intertwined in a messy dispute spanning several months (working theory), it's become your experiment to bring them back to a balance point. Perhaps...
Rockstar: 5 Games That Define The Developer
Rockstar Game's rise coincides with my childhood and, as such, has left an indelible mark on my gaming life. I’ve narrowed down the five games that I believe have defined the developer throughout their stellar rise and continued success. F...
Woven Review (PS4): A Plushie’s Knitted World
In a world filled with wildlife and made entirely of yarn and cloth, your woven plushie character wanders through the universe solving puzzles, collecting materials and uncovering the past. With the help of an unnamed rhyming narrator, Stuf...
Grimm’s Hollow Review: Harrowing Ambition
Alone to wander the afterlife, Lavender awakes to a ghastly sight: balloons. Determined to find answers, you are tasked with helping Lavender wander the desolate purple-ness of the afterlife, combating the toils of regret and solitude along...
Woodle Tree 2: Deluxe Review (Switch)
Woodle Tree 2: Deluxe is an ideal 3D platforming game. With the nostalgic feel of the early 2000's, this game brings back those happy feelings, but through an open world rather than your typical hub world/level set-up. It recaptures your ch...
Jak 2 Renegade: A Walk Down Memory Lane
I recently replayed a game from my childhood called Jak 2: Renegade. Many years have passed since its initial 2002 release and I wanted to see if I remembered it as fondly as I did as a child. Here are some of my thoughts on one what I beli...