Crit-Rate PodcastJul 13, 2023
Episode 90 - Xbox has lost the plot
I mean what are they even doing over there at Microsoft...
Episode 89 - Next Steps for Larian
This week we discuss the future of Baulder's Gate 3 Developer Larian Studios.
Episode 88 - First Impressions of Fallout, The Future of Baulder's Gate, and More
This week's episode discusses Fallout, FF7 Rebirth, Baulder's Gate, Hades II, and more!
Episode 87 - Fallout show, Vampire Survivors, and the 3DS & WiiU
On this week's episode we discuss games like Vampire Survivors, Palworld, Dave the Diver, and the end of online support for the 3DS and Wii U
Episode 86 - We Swear We're Almost Done With Rebirth
I know, I know. We'll be done talking about this soon.
Episode 85 - The Return of Alex
The week we discuss more FF7 Rebirth, The gameplay demo for Judas and much more!
Episode 84 - Game Updates and PS5 Rumors
On this week's episode we discuss PS5 Rumors, Dragons Dogma 2, and more!
Episode 83 - Toriyama, Stellar Blade, and Rebirth
This week we take a moment to remember Akira Toriyama, we discuss the leaked Stellar Blade demo, and talk more about Rebirth.
Episode 82 - FF7 Rebirth First Impressions
FF7 Rebirth is upon us! Let's dig in and see what the crew thinks.
House Call #8 - Jared Avalanche [Ascendiary] Avalanche Reviews
Today it is our pleasure to finally release out House call episode with Jared of Avalanche Reviews! Come here us chat about Japan, YouTube, Horror Games, and much more!
Episode 81 - Nintendo Partner Showcase, Shadow of the ErdTree, and Boarderlands Movie
So much to discuss on this week's podcast! We get straight into all the announcements at tyhe NIntendo Parterner Showcase, Then Elden Ring Shadow of the ErdTree gameplay reveal, and round out with the Boarderlands movie trailer.
Episode 80 - Xbox Responds
On this week's episode we discuss the response from Xbox on the Xbox Podcast.
Episode 79 - What will Come of Xbox
In this week's episode we discuss the new rumors about Xbox exclusive titles coming to other consoles.
Episode 78 - Stellar Blade, Judas, and Death Stranding 2
This week we discuss the January State of Play!
Episode 77 - Palworld Phenomenon, and February Games
This week we discuss Palworld, as well as all the upcoming games in February.
Episode 76 - Xbox Developer Direct
This week we discuss the Xbox Developer Direct in all its glory
Episode 75 - Gravity Rush Movie, Nintendo IP, and Games on the way
This week we discuss new games, the findings at CES, and much more!
Episode 74 - Our Top 3, And Salute to Alex
On this week's episode we finally finish our top 25 games with our final 3, and we also salute Alex as he ventures into a new move.
2023 Wrap Up Episode
This is our last episode for 2023, let's all go through our year end wrap ups and look at the stats!
Episode 73 - Crit-Rate Game of the Year
What are our picks for Game of the Year? Find out on this week's episode!
Episode 72 - Thanksgiving is upon us!
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! This week we discuss what we're playing and finally crack into each of our Top 5 games.
Episode 71 - Last of Us 2 Remaster, and Thanksgiving
This week we discuss Last of Us 2 Remaster, Playstation Portal, Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and more!
Episode 70 - Game Awards Nominees
The nominees have been chosen, but are they deserved. Let's discuss!
Episode 69 - Giggity
Episode 69 has arrived. Audio is fixed and there is much to discuss! Let's get to it!
Episode 68 - This one has bad audio and I'd probably skip it
Title says it all
Episode 67 - Spiderman 2 is AMAZING
The day has finally come, Spiderman 2 has arrived and it is great. Let's talk first impressions on this week's Crit-Rate Podcast.
Episode 66 - ABK done, and moving into our Top 15
On this weeks Crit-Rate Podcast we discuss the closure of the ABK deal, and continue our journey through our top 25 games, now in the top 15.
Episode 65 - PS5 Slim, and the Start of our Top 25
On this week's episode after a brief catch up on news, we discuss the beginning of our list for our topster.org top 25 list.
Episode 64 - Justin Chou is Back, and Jim Ryan is Out
This week our beloved Justin Chou has returned from Japan and we dive straight back into the mix with the news of Jim Ryan's retirement, and ultimately spin off into conversations around brand marketing, twitch, music, and much more.
Episode 63 - Justin Scerbo's Return From Japan
This week is the return of Justin Scerbo from a long trip, as well as a dive into the Sony Hack, Kamiya leaving Platinum, and much more.
Episode 62 - The Insane Week of Gaming News with Nintendo, Sony, Xbox, and more
On this week's episode, Alex and Liz discuss one of the wildest weeks of gaming news in recent memory with a Nintendo Direct, Sony State of Play, Xbox massive leaks, and the Unity controversy. Strap in.
Episode 61 - Starfield first thoughts with special guest... Jeff Schoch!
On this week's episode, Alex and Liz are joined by gamer/developer/actor/musician Jeff Schoch to talk our first impressions on Starfield, the new Switch, and much more.
Episode 60 - No Justins? No problem!
On this week's episode, Alex and Liz take the helm and get into the Mario Direct, Volition shutting down, a possible strike, and some interesting leaks.
Episode 59 - Starfield Leaks, ACVI, and much more!
On this week's episode we discuss the opening moments of Armored Core VI, Sea of Stars, and all the Starfield leaks before launch.
Episode 58 - Going Baldurs Deep
On this week's episode we learn all about how deep the Baldur's Gate rabbit hole goes.
CritRate Extra - FFXVI Spoilercast
FFXVI is complete, now let's spoil the whole thing!
Episode 57 - Baldur's Gate 3, and 2023 Being Absolutely Crazy
On this week's episode we discuss Baldur's Gate 3 again now that Alex has been able to spend a bit of time with it. We also discuss how 2023 is likely the most insane year for games in decades.
House Call #7 - Steve Jimenez Creative Director of Tic Toc Games
Our Friend Steve Jimenez from Tic Toc Games returns to discuss life, taking on work as a game dev, and of course Final Fantasy XVI
Episode 56 - Everyone is All About Baldur's Gate
On this week's episode we discuss Baldur's Gate 2's success, The Red Dead Redemption port, Modern Warfare III, and more!
House Call #6 - Dustin Furman [Vantagist] Executive Producer of Sacred Symbols and Host of Punching Up
This week we are excited to have Dustin Furman, Executive Producer and Co-Host of Sacred Symbols, and Host of Punching Up join us on House Call. We discuss his history in the games industry, work-life balance, retro games, and much more!
Episode 55 - Switch 2 Rumors
Well the rumor mill is spinning up again and of course its talking Nintendo Switch 2. Come see what the crew is thinking.
Episode 54 - Back From Texas
This week we catch up after a week of travel and talk games and CritRate.
Episode 53 - Yes, We're Still Talking About FFXVI
Listen, it was a light news week, and it's the best game that's out right now.
House Call - Rightfully Beary Arms w/ Mike and Chris
On this episode of House Call we meet with the developers of Rightfully Beary Arms Mike Mudie, and Chirstopher Bischke.
Episode 52 - Welcome Back Alex
This week we are reunited with our 4th member Alex as we discuss FFXVI, Super Mega Baseball, and the most recent FTC Trial updates.
Episode 51 - Behind the Curtain
This week we discuss some very interesting learnings from the ABK acquisition statements and documents that have been coming out.
Episode 50 - FFXVI Initial Impressions
Today we're talking Final Fantasy XVI early game, not to many spoilers here, just our inital impressions.
Episode 49 - New Nintendo Direct, Super Mario RPG, and Super Mario Bros Wonder
Its a new Nintendo Direct! Let's talk about it!
Episode 48 - All the conferences, and Final Fantasy XVI
On this week's episode we discuss all the the past conferences as well as the new Final Fantasy XVI demo.
Episode 47 - Predictions for Xbox Showcase
On this week's episode we discuss our predictions for the upcoming Xbox Showcase.