Spectator Mode Gaming Podcast
Catch up with The Outerhaven team as they talk about news, reviews, and open table discussions regarding the video game and geek culture industry. Check out more great content at www.theouterhaven.net. Contact us at Specmode@theouterhaven.net
Episodes
186 episodes
Ep. 185: Capcom’s Back, Forza’s on PS5, and Sony Wants More Money
In the latest episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew kicked things off by discussing the games they’ve been playing and the shows they’ve been watching. The cre...
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Episode 185
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1:15:19
Ep. 184 - Tariffs Affecting Gaming, Switch 2 Drama, Tron is Back and All New Venom is Terrible
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 184, the crew kicks things off by diving into the games they’ve been playing and the shows and movies they've been watching. One of the...
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Episode 184
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1:37:09
Ep. 183 - Our thoughts and impressions of the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct
Welcome to a very impromptu episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast. To be honest, we totally didn't expect us all to be available to watch the Nintendo Switch 2 Direct, let alone have so many options about it, but nonetheless, here we are. And, ...
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Episode 183
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45:01
Ep. 182 - Assassin’s Creed Shadows, Marvel Cosmic Invasion, and the Return of Game Informer
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 182, we dive into the latest gaming buzz, starting with our excitement about heading back to Summer Game Fest before diving into the big news—Game Informer is back! Dotemu and Tri...
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Episode 182
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2:02:26
Ep. 181 - Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 & Xbox Handheld Resurfaces
On Spectator Mode Podcast Episode 181, we dive into the latest gaming buzz, starting with our impressions of the Mechabreak demo and what it brings to the mech genre. We...
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Episode 181
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1:17:47
Ep. 180 - Let's Talk About That Fatal Fury: City of The Wolves Demo
The Outerhaven's resident fighting game enthusiasts, Getselious and Kevin Kelly, dive into the recent Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves demo in this special episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast. They break down their impressions, discuss what sto...
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Episode 180
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1:12:02
Ep. 179 - Impressions and Controversy
Welcome back to Spectator Mode Podcast! In episode 179, we dive into the games we’ve been playing and the hottest topics in gaming. We discuss the PS5 Pro’s lukewarm reception, Elden Ring: Nightreign impressions, and Magic: The Gathering’s Fina...
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Episode 179
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Ep. 178 - How the PlayStation Network Outage Affects PC Gamers
On this much shorter than normal episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, Keith takes a moment to reflect on the recent PlayStation Network outage that lasted 24 hours and how it not only affected PlayStation owners but also PC gamers, than...
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Ep. 176 - PC Games PSN Requirements Slashed, and the Future of Xbox
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 176, the crew talks about the recent PSN PC game requirements being changed, what happened to Marvel's Spider-Man 2 PC port, Forza Horizon 5 heading to PS5, and what the means for the future of Xbox, and will t...
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Episode 176
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Ep. 175 - Exclusive Hands-On with Assassin's Creed Shadows
In this episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, Scott and Andrew dive into their hands-on experience with Ubisoft's highly anticipated Assassin's Creed Shadows. Courtesy of Ubisoft, the duo spent four thrilling hours exploring ...
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Episode 175
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56:28
Ep. 174 - We Went to CES 2025 and Were Blown Away
Hosts:Keith Mitchell (@Shadowhaxor on BlueSky)Baron Jones (@Baronj67 on BlueSky)...
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1:45:03
Ep.173 - Ending the Year on a High Note
The Outerhaven has wrapped up its final podcast of 2024! In this episode, we discussed what Santa Claus brought us for Christmas 2024, the games we enjoyed in 2024, and what we're looking forward to in 2025. The team also reflected on promises ...
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Episode 173
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2:08:57
Neptunia Being Scrapped | Elden Ring Nightreign concerns | The Game Awards favorite reveals and overall thoughts
Keith, Karl, Scott, and Jordan are back as they discuss the 2024 Game Award show, Path of Exile 2 impressions, Keith's concerns about Elden Ring Nightreign...
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Episode 172
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2:00:50
Ep.171: How About Those Game Show Awards Nominations
Welcome to Episode 171 of the Spectator Mode Podcast! This week’s big topic is all about The Game Awards nominees and the significant rule change allowing DLCs and expansions to qualify for Game of the Year. Naturally, we’ll b...
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1:29:14
Ep. 170 - Why Monster Hunter Wilds Will Blow You Away
In this episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, hosts Keith, Scott, and LV1 Gaming’s Baron Jones dive into the latest buzz from the gaming industry. From Valve’s launch of a game recorder for Steam and Sega’s exciting reveal of a new Virtua Figh...
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Episode 170
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1:43:53
Ep. 169 - Spider-Man 2 heads to PC & Twitter/X exodus to BlueSky
Welcome back to the Spectator Mode Podcast and you’re listening or watching episode 169! In this episode we cover the recent announcement of Spider-Man 2 heading to the PC, the Analogue 3D, the reveal of Team Bloober’s Cronos: The ...
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Ep. 168 - Game Expansions Should Be Considered for GOTY
Welcome back to another episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, where we discuss the gaming industry and all the things that come with it. In this episode, we get a bit serious as we discuss the diff...
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Episode 168
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1:47:28
Ep. 167 - PS Direct Store Issues + October’s Huge Game Releases
Welcome back to another episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast, where we discuss the gaming industry and all the things that come with it. In this episode we talk about d...
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Episode 167
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1:47:05
EP. 166 - Massive Dragon Ball Sparking! Zero Roster | PS5 Pro
Welcome back to The Spectator Mode Podcast, with Keith, Scott, and Jordan are ready to go. In this packed episode, we discuss Dragon Age The Veilguard previews, Greg Miller being impressed with PC gaming, God of War Ragnarok PC being reviewed b...
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Episode 166
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1:44:29
Spectator Mode Podcast Special - Jay and Silent Bob Talk Chronic Blunt Punch with Justin Woodward
During PAX West 2024, The Outerhaven chats with Justin Woodward regarding the upcoming 2D Side-Scrolling beat 'em up, Jay & Silent Bob Chronic Punch and gets all the info you'll ever want regarding the game. Sadly, the lighting was a bit lo...
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Ep. 165 - PS5 Pro Announced | Full PAX West 2024 Experience
Welcome back to The Spectator Mode Podcast, and our buddy Karl is back from being taken apart. Join Keith, Scott, and Karl, as we discuss The Outerhaven's recent trip to PAX West 2024 and what some of our top games were. Then we discuss the ann...
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Episode 165
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1:06:15
Ep. 164 - More Xbox Games Heading to PlayStation and Black Myth Wukong is Doing Well
Welcome back to another episode of Spectator Mode Podcast. On this episode, the crew is joined again by none other than Baron Jones from LV1 Gaming, and in episode 164, they discuss topics such as the success of Black Myth Wukong, Concord being...
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Episode 164
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2:20:54
Episode 163 - We Don't Talk About Deadlock, No No No
Welcome back to the Spectator Mode Podcast. On this episode, Keith and Scott address several gaming industry topics, including Keith's Mecha Break impressions, whether we should talk about Deadlock despite Valve asking us not to, Game Science d...
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Episode 163
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1:23:17
Episode 162 - The End of an Era and Bungie Is in Bad Shape
Welcome back to another episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast. On this episode, we're joined by Baron Jones of the LV1 Gaming cast and Jeff Young of Analog Stick Gaming. And with a star-studded cast, we have a lot of topics that we all have opi...
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Episode 162
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1:45:17
Episode 161: Xbox has no cash for advertising
On Spectator Mode Podcast episode 161, Scott rejoins the show after a brief absence. The crew discusses the restructuring of Humble Games, Ubisoft's recent messaging for Assassin's Creed Shadows, Xbox's lack of marketing and advertisement blame...
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