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Brian and Corey are discussing Blizzard's announcement of vanilla World of Warcraft servers, the Telltale layoffs, and The Dragon Prince.  Also, talk about the possibility of a cross-over episode with Facetious.Let us know your thoughts.  Tweet 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

This week, Brian and Corey are discussing the closure of the YouTube Gaming app and a Vancouver game studio. We also talk about the latest Humble Bundle and just how bad Brian is at Streets of Rage.Links to investigate:YouTube Gaming appHumble BundleBard's Tale on SteamCity Skylines on SwitchLet us know your thoughts.  Tweet 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 Geek.com Reporter Tony Polanco. We talk about recent releases Shadow of the Tomb Raider and Spider-Man and our reviews of them.  Tony also gives his impression of the new movie The Predator.Link for you to love:Tony on Geek.comTony on TwitterBrian's review of Shadow of the Tomb RaiderTony's review of Shadow of the Tomb RaiderTony's review of Spider-ManLet us know what you're thinking.  Tweet 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 want to be on the cutting edge of the outrage train this week by the selection of Henry Cavill as Geralt in the newly announced Witcher series on Netflix. We're starting a #NotMyWitcher campaign.  We also discuss Brian's new computer and the IOC's decision to not have eSports "killing games" in the Olympics yet.Links to cherish:eSports and the IOCHenry Cavill casted as GeraltLet us know what you're thinking.  Tweet 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 Mike Keogh of Breakfall Games to talk about their new smash hit Pizza Titan Ultra and what's it's like running an indie studio.  We talk about being in PAX West's PAX 10 and corporate culture.Links to live by:Breakfall Games on TwitterPizza Titan Ultra on SteamPizza Titan Ultra on PS StoreBarry Hawkins blog on Riot GamesLet us know what you're thinking.  Tweet 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

This week, Brian and Corey are talking about the effect plagiarism has on games journalism and critics and the uproar over Fortnite tutors in the main stream media.Please Note: Due to technical difficulties on Brian's end, this podcast is a couple weeks late and episodes will be slow to roll out until it's fixed.  Thank you for your patience. Special thanks to Teddy Laich for editing this episode and to John Montoya for the theme.

In this short return to form, Brian and Corey talk about having a backlog on Steam, the Meta in Overwatch and eSports in general, and then there's Corey ragging on No Man's Sky again.  We talk about what we've been playing, but really, it's just us stretching our podcast muscles and getting ready for a successful end to 2018.Let us know what you're thinking.  Tweet 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 recorded ahead of Brian's move to Alabama and here is the result.  We hit up everything from video games to movies to television.  Yes, even movies where Brian has actually seen one in the theatre on opening weekend.And if you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 take a moment from the post-E3 grind to stop on this July 4th holiday to talk about the games we've been playing.  We continue our discussion on Moonlighter, as well as talk the Twitch Prime free games and Amazon's policy change on remasters and re-releases.Links of ObservanceTwitch Prime free gamesAmazon on RemastersMoron Twitch StreamersAnd if you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 Siftd.net's founder and CEO, Shane Satterfield.  Brian simply inundates Shane with questions about Cyberpunk 2077, what he would do about E3 2019, the new Club Nintendo, and Pokemon Quest.Places to find Shane and SiftdThe Website!Shane on TwitterSiftd on TwitterSiftd on FacebookSiftd on YoutubeAnd if you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 COIN-OP TV CEO and EIC Robert Welkner to discuss his thoughts and impressions of his 18th or 19th E3.  We discuss the crowds, the publishers, the games, and everything Rob touched and saw during last week's excitement.Give COIN-OP TV your love on:Website (Hint: you read Brian's reviews there)YouTubeTwitterFacebookInstagramAnd if you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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

That's right, we did it, folks.  All of E3 2018 shrunk down into just 73 minutes. Somebody inform the media.  Ok, there's a lot missing and there was no way we could have done it all, but Brian and Corey put on the big boy pants to bring you as much as we could fit in this extra large episode.Links you can E3 toSiftd's E3 HubThe Cyberpunk 2077 messageIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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

It was promised to you last week and now Brian and Corey are delivering.  Here is your Pre-E3 extravaganza.  We talk all the big hardware, the big publishers, the big leaks.  Follow all the biggest E3 news and reports by visiting Siftd.net's giant E3 Hub.Don't forget to tell a friend about the podcast and if you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 happily back this week.  Well, Brian is happily back this week armed with some news that may shake the foundations of the Starting Point universe. Oh, and we talk about Fallout 76 and Let's Go, Pikachu/Eevee.Links for you to live by:Fallout 76 trailerJason Schreier's Fallout 76 article on KotakuLet's Go, Pikachu/Eevee trailerAssassin's Creed Odyssey rumorInsomniac Games on OculusIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 Jetstreame's Godric Johnson and Derek Scott to talk about their upcoming game Cyberpunk Cassanova.  We discuss the life of an indie studio, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and how Brian recently played their "competition" Shark Dating Simulator XL.Links in the KnowJetstreame's websiteBrian playing Shark Dating Simulator XLIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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

It's "convince me" time as both Brian and Corey have a trailer to share - Atomic Heart and RAGE 2 - respectively.  We also discuss whatever Media Molecule has in store for us with Dreams, as well as the closure of Boss Key Productions.  Lastly, Brian and Corey are congratulating past (and hopefully future) guest, Bumblbee on his baby announcement and Corey says "The Future is NOW!" Links to live byWal-Mart LeaksRAGE 2 trailerAtomic Heart trailerDreams trailerIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 

Wait, what was I going to write here?!?  Oh, I remember, but in multiple occasions in this episode, we don't remember a thing.  We talk about the release of Pillars of Eternity II, Square Enix returning to E3 Press Conferences, and the Sega Gucci shoes.   Another podcast you won't forget?Links to remember us by:Square Enix at E3Nintendo Online ServiceGucci's Sega shoesIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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

After all the stars misaligning to make this hiatus a reality, Brian and Corey are back at it with the full range of emotions including joy, sadness, and a little anger.  We cover some news of the week, games we've been playing, and an interesting discussion on the keyboard and mouse versus controller debate. Also, #cancersucksLinks to reference us by:Stardew Valley goes multiplayerTotal Biscuit retiresIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 Radical Heights (you won't be surprised about each of their feelings) and whether or not it will have an impact.  We also talk about games we returned to enjoy after not originally liking them and whether or not the new Steam privacy settings will have any impact.  A little transparency shows that this week's title comes from the pre-show when Brian kept calling Radical Heights, Radiant Dreams.Links for the weekSteam privacy settings original tweet for usSteam BlogIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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 topics this week!  AKA, there were some games to talk about.  The guys delve deep into A Way Out and just how unique it is.  They also talk about PUBG and its clones, Far Cry 5, and how there are certain movie reboots Brian can't handle.The only link this week is the article on PUBG and its Chinese rip-offIf you are feeling ambitious, tweet 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