Aloha and welcome back to another episode of our new series - Ace World Roundtable! In this week's podcast, Alex, Sam and AJ settle down with a few cold ones to discuss the immersive escapism that videogames afford gamers and how, in light on the ongoing pandemic, the medium has been a serious help to many people around the world in providing some much needed levity in trying times. So, make yourself comfortable and lose yourself in these incredible videogame worlds! Timestamps: START - 01:44 - Intro and plugs 01:44 - 14:00 - Sam picks Bioshock (or not) and Stardew Valley 14:00 - 22:52 - AJ goes for Mass Effect 22:52 - 35:03 - Alex escapes to Deus Ex 35:03 - END - Other gaming escapes and wrap up  Be sure to subscribe for new content every weekSupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Welcome to a brand new show format to add to our podcast series, Ace World Roundtable! In this first instalment, Alex, Sam and AJ share their hopes and dreams for future Final Fantasy Remakes after the overwhelming success of the FFVII remake in 2020.  This is pure dreamland here folks, we are taking away the logistics and commercial politics of remaking Final Fantasy games and sharing our personal picks for what we would love to see from Square Enix in future. If you enjoy the show be sure to get in touch to tell us your dream FF remake! Timestamps: Intro and plugs: 00:00 - 01:57 AJ picks Final Fantasy IV: 01:57 - 18:39 Alex picks Final Fantasy VIII: 18:39 - 34:02 Sam picks Final Fantasy IX: 34:02 - END Be sure to subscribe for new content every weekSupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Welcome to another episode of Ace World After Hours! In this week's instalment Alex, Sam and AJ sit down to discuss the recent Pokémon 25th Anniversary celebration and game announcements. Gen 4 remakes are set for release later in 2021 with Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl and a kind of Pokémon game was revealed in Legends: Arceus which could be a bold new direction for the franchise if done right. Lots to discuss about the state of Pokémon in 2021 and beyond, so grab a cold one and let's talk some games! Timestamps: Intro and plugs: 00:00 - 02:30 Catch-up: 02:30 - 08:30 Pokémon 25 celebrations: 08:30 - 15:58 Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl discussion: 15:58 - 24:50 Pokémon Legends: Arceus discussion: 24:50 - END Be sure to subscribe for new content every weekSupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

In our latest newscast, Alex, Sam and AJ discuss Sony's Latest State of Play showcase. There are ton of videogames to look forward to this year and so join team Ace World for their takeaways from the event including new gaming announcements and reveals. Timestamps: Intro: 00:00 - 03:48 Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time, PS5 Upgrade: 03:48 - 06:15 Returnal overview trailer impressions: 06:15 - 09:33 Knockout City beta: 00:09:33 - 11:54 Sifu looks insane: 11:54 - 16:45 Solar Ash gameplay reveal: 16:45 - 19:16 Security Breach reveal: 19:16 - 20:40 Oddworld: Soulstorm: 20:40 - 22:42 Kena: Bridge of Spirits: 22:42 - 30:29 Deathloop discussion: 30:29 - 38:39 Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade & Episode Yuffie: 38:39 - 54:34 Final thoughts & outro: 54:34 - End Be sure to subscribe for new content every weekSupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Join Alex, Sam and Steve for another After hours session! This week's topic of discussion, the return of Lucasfilm Games! Geeks and gamers around the world rejoiced at the announcement of Lucasfilm Games coming back to forge new partnerships with developers to make exciting games from the Lucasfilm stable. We've got an open-world Star Wars game to look forward to and a long-awaited return of Indiana Jones to the gaming world. Sit back and relax as we speculate wildly on our dream Lucasfilm Games, reminisce about the good old days of Lucas Arts and keep our fingers crossed for the return of Monkey Island! Check out our other Ace World content - Retrospectives, Top 5 lists and Newscasts - available on Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and DEEZER. Be sure to subscribe for new content every weekSupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Join Alex, Sam and AJ for the very first instalment of a new podcast series on our channel - Ace World After Hours! Catch up with the team and unwind with an uncut discussion on a hot gaming topic, releasing every week. In this episode, we are unpacking the tragedy of Cyperpunk 2077, can CD Projekt Red redeem themselves? Time will tell... Check out our other Ace World content - Retrospectives, Top 5 lists and Newscasts - available on Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and DEEZER. Be sure to subscribe for new content every weekSupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Get your sneak on and join Alex and Sam for an under-the-radar retrospective on Sly Cooper! Originally released in 2002 on the Playstation 2, Sucker Punch's charming and cunning master thief was an instant hit. Armed with devilishly cool stealth gameplay and gorgeous  cel-shaded graphics, this platformer was a breath of fresh air. Jump into the Cooper van and let's replay Sly's journey across the globe to reclaim the Thievious Raccoonus from the evil clutches of the Fiendish Five! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Ahoy there Mighty Pirates! Revisit one of the most iconic titles in adventure gaming for this week's episode. Grab yourself a cup of grog, take a seat in the SCUMM bar and join Alex, Sam and Steve as they remember the good old days of Lucasfilm Games and their seminal swashbuckling hit, The Secret of Monkey Island. Originally  over 30 years ago, it's time to journey back to Mêlée Island and enjoy a look back at the history and events of Guybrush Threepwood's first showdown with the evil zombie pirate LeChuck! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Welcome to 2021! Join Alex and Sam for the first Ace World podcast of the new year! What better way to kick things off than with a look ahead at all the awesome videogames we can't wait to play over the next 12 months? Plus, we also discuss the titles we can't wait to learn more about in 2021 and beyond! Buckle up, press start and let's talk some games!  Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

We've made it! 2020 is finally over and despite all the bad from this year, one glimmer of light was of course playing some truly amazing videogames!  Join Alex, Sam and AJ, for our final episode of 2020 as we discuss our picks for videogame of the year. Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com Timestamps Intro, plugs, catch-up: 00:00:00 - 00:05:42 Sam's Game of the Year - Ghost of Tsushima: 00:05:42 - 00:26:50 Alex's Game of the Year - Final Fantasy VII Remake: 00:26:50 - 00:50:18 AJ's Game of the Year - The Last of Us Part II: 00:50:18 - 01:14:06  Honourable Mentions: 01:14:06 - 01:17:28

It's the most wonderful time of the year! Join Alex, Ash, AJ and Sam, for the Ace World Christmas Special 2020! The team enjoy a videogame quiz to get in the festive spirit and get pretty gosh darn merry for the holidays! Who will win the grand prize of free beer and respect? Happy Holidays everyone, thanks for listening! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

BAM! POW! SOK! Join Alex and Sam as they recount a time before the Batman Arkham franchise and discuss five pretty awesome games featuring the Dark Knight that flew under the radar. Generally speaking, superhero games were pretty awful for a long time before Rocksteady Studios saved the day with Batman: Arkham Asylum in 2009. In the decades prior however, there were some pretty underrated Batman games released and while they don't have the most enduring legacy, we are showing them some love in today's episode. Now let's geek out and talk some games, to the Batmobile! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Join Alex, Sam and AJ for a chilled look at the launch of the PS5 one month on. There's plenty to discuss now gamers around the world are finally enjoying Sony's latest console. Plus reviews on several Playstation exclusives.  Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:02:00 - Intro & Plugs 00:02:00 - 00:10:20 - Our PS5 Launch Day Antics 00:10:20 - 00:16:23 - Astro's Playroom & Dual Sense Review 00:16:23 - 00:25:44 - Spider-Man: Miles Morales Review 00:25:44 - 00:35:10 - Demon's Souls 00:35:10 - 00:41:26 - Bugsnax Review 00:41:26 - 00:42:56 - Playstation Plus & Collection Chat 00:42:56 - 00:48:27 - What are we playing?

Uncover the mystery of the ancient precursors in this week's episode as Alex and Sam tackle 'Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy'! Back in 2001 this title was Naughty Dog's brand new IP for the PS2 and marked a distinct change in direction for the Crash Bandicoot creators. Boasting a pioneering seamless open world, a sweeping fantasy story and a talking Ottsel, this action-packed platformer jump-started a PS2 franchise that still holds up to this day. Watch out for the Dark Eco and let's begin our journey! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

In this week's episode join Alex, Sam and AJ for a fond look back at the Nintendo Gamecube. Bask in 2000s nostalgia as the guys give you their top picks for Nintendo's first console of the new millennium. With over 650 games released on the little purple box before it was discontinued in 2007, there are plenty of awesome games to choose from so settle in a press start! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com Timestamps: Intro, shout-outs and plugs - 00:00 - 03:33 Pokémon Colosseum - 03:33 - 14:40 F-Zero GX - 14:40 - 24:10 Fire Emblem: Path of Radiance - 24:10 - 32:09 Mario Strikers - 32:09 - 43:53 Honourable Mentions - 43:53 - 45:40 The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker 45:40 - 1:00:48 Recommendation of the week - 1:00:48 - 1:02:37

Join Alex, Sam, AJ & Ash for their perfect combo of fighting games in the latest episode of the Ace World Videogame Podcast! From Hadokuen to Kamehameha this list of awesome beat em'ups is sure to be a knockout, so choose your challenger and smash start, it's time to fight! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Join Alex and Sam for a nostalgic look back at one of the icons of videogames - Sonic the Hedgehog! Speeding on to the gaming scene amidst the infamous 'Consoles Wars' of the early 90's, SEGA's little blue blur caught the attention of gamers around the world and became a real challenger to the dominance of Super Mario and Nintendo. So dust off your Mega Drive and lace up those red racing boots, it's time to race our way back through the Classic Sonic Trilogy... ready... set... go! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

In this week's episode Team Ace World tackle one of the greatest videogames of the modern era, 'The Last of Us'. Join Alex, Sam, AJ and new arrival Ash for an in-depth journey through Naughty Dog's Magnum Opus. In 2013, this videogame pushed the capabilities of the Playstation 3 to the limit and delivered an emotional and immersive experience that would raise the standard for narrative-driven gaming forever. Endure and survive, let's do this! Full spoilers ahead for TLOU as usual but also minor horse-related spoilers for Shadow of the Colossus and Red Dead Redemption... Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

Join Alex, Sam and AJ for the latest edition of the Ace World Videogame Newscast! In episode 2 the team catch up on all the official reveals from Sony and Microsoft ahead of the release of the next generation of consoles this month! With updates on Cyberpunk 2077 and Final Fantasy XVI to discuss plus news of upcoming videogame live-action adaptations, it's going to be a power-packed show, let's do this! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com

It's that time of year again to scare yourselves senseless and fill up on sweets and candy until you pass out. Join Alex, Sam and AJ for a fun look back on some of the best videogames to play for the spooky season and have a yourself a frightfully awesome Halloween! Fangs for listening! Be sure to subscribe for new episodes every TuesdaySupport the podcast on Patreon - patreon.com/aceworldCheck out our merchandise - shop.spreadshirt.co.uk/aceworld/Visit our website for gaming news and updates - aceworlddaily.com