Slay the Spire 2— Should You Play Now or Wait?
There’s something oddly poetic about Slay the Spire 2 launching in early access and immediately pulling in hundreds of thousands of players.
Not because it’s surprising—but because it proves just how powerful a slow-burn success story can be.
The original Slay the Spire didn’t explode overnight. It built its reputation over time, quietly converting skeptics into die-hard fans. And now? The sequel is reaping the rewards of that goodwill.
But here’s the real question:
Should you jump into Slay the Spire 2 right now—or wait for the full release?
Let’s break it down.
Toxic Commando Review — Fun Zombie Chaos or a Missed Opportunity?
Sometimes a game knows exactly what it is.
Explosions. Zombies. One-liners. Absolute chaos.
That’s the promise of John Carpenter’s Toxic Commando—a budget-priced, co-op shooter that leans hard into B-movie energy. And to its credit, it mostly delivers on that vibe.
But after spending real time with it, one thing becomes clear:
👉 This is a game that’s fun in bursts… but struggles to go the distance.
Is Marathon the Next Big Extraction Shooter?
When Marathon was first revealed, the reaction across the gaming community was… skeptical. Bungie stepping into the crowded extraction shooter space raised plenty of eyebrows, especially after several recent live-service titles stumbled out of the gate. But after players finally got hands-on time with the game, the conversation has shifted in a surprising direction: Marathon might actually have a future.
Resident Evil 9 Is Bold, Brutal, and Surprisingly Different
The latest entry in Capcom’s legendary horror franchise is finally here, and Resident Evil 9 is already sparking serious debate among fans. Early hands-on impressions suggest this installment is doing something very different with the formula—splitting the experience between two drastically different playstyles. One side leans into slow, nerve-wracking horror, while the other cranks the action up to levels the series has rarely attempted before.
Why Nintendo Direct Was a TOTAL FLOP
Nintendo’s latest Partner Direct should have been an easy win. Instead, it left a lot of fans staring at their screens wondering if they just woke up early for… that.
No first-party bombshells were promised — fair enough, it was a partner showcase. But even with expectations calibrated, this presentation felt strangely flat. Old ports, already-announced titles, niche RPGs, sports games, and very few surprises. Eight months into the Switch 2 lifecycle, there’s still no major Mario reveal, no Zelda update, and no clear “you need this console now” moment.
And when the biggest pop of the show comes from Xbox-owned titles like Fallout 4, Oblivion, and Indiana Jones? That’s a weird look for a Nintendo showcase.
So let’s talk about it: was this just a slow news cycle… or a genuine red flag?
6 Switch 2 Games We Would Buy Day One
With the Nintendo Switch 2 on the horizon, we’re already dreaming of what titles could push us to preorder the next-gen console.
7 Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Titles We’re Dreaming Of
With the Switch 2 on the horizon, Nintendo fans everywhere are buzzing with excitement about what launch titles might accompany this next-generation console. During last week's episode of Good Playing With You, we speculated about the games that could make the Switch 2 an undeniable day-one purchase.
Nintendo Switch 2 Reactions, Oblivion Remake News, & Elon Musk's Fake Gamer Scandal
In this week’s episode of Good Playing With You, we unpacked some of the hottest gaming news and controversies making waves right now. From the much-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 announcement to a spirited discussion on video game pricing and the role of journalists in the industry, here’s a quick recap of everything we covered.
Call of Duty Costs, Nintendo Switch 2 Leaks, and Forgotten Game Features
This week on Good Playing With You, Dan Whitehill, Matt Lord, and Matthew Maulding dived into some of the hottest gaming news, from industry-shaking leaks to intriguing game features, and reflected on old gaming favorites.
New Xbox Developer Direct, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and GTA 6 Rumors!
Welcome back to the Good Playing With You blog! In this week’s episode the pod, we hashed it out over some exciting topics, including the highlights of Xbox’s Developer Direct, fresh Assassin’s Creed details, and a juicy new theory about the next GTA 6 trailer. Here’s the recap!
Ubisoft's XDefiant Shutdown, Indiana Jones Review Roundup, and Switch 2 Leaks
Dive into this week’s hottest gaming news on Good Playing With You! We discuss Ubisoft’s shocking shutdown of XDefiant, the latest Switch 2 leaks, and a review roundup for Indiana Jones and the Great Circle. Plus, we explore the controversy surrounding a Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Prestige Master exploit, the rise of gamers watching more content than playing, and why AAA studios are playing it too safe. Don’t miss listener debates about the best video game protagonists to swap lives with and games as addictive as "crack." Tune in for all the updates, opinions, and predictions ahead of the Game Awards 2024!
Trump’s Tariffs, Switch 2 Concerns, and Gaming Gratitude!
This week on Good Playing With You, Dan Whitehill, Matt Lord, and Matthew Maulding served up a packed episode full of holiday gaming news. From Trump’s proposed tariffs that could skyrocket gaming prices to a heartwarming story about Borderlands 4, here’s everything you need to catch up on this Thanksgiving week.
Switch 2 Rumor Tornado: Leaks, Dreams, and Crazy Predictions
The internet is buzzing yet again, and this time it's all about Nintendo’s Switch 2 rumors. From leaked CAD designs to wild speculation, it’s safe to say we’re deep into the rabbit hole. But instead of sitting here waiting for Nintendo to drop official news, we decided to have a little fun with it.