It’s time once again for the 5th Annual SupaPod Half-Assed Game of the Year Awards 2025! In this episode, we hand out our very unofficial awards and talk about the games that stood out to us this year — the best, the weirdest, the surprises, and everything in between. No fancy ceremony, just our thoughts, debates, and plenty of laughs as we look back at gaming in 2025. A fun, laid-back episode celebrating the games we spent time with this year.
Episode 516: See You Around Phil
Comment🎮 New SupaPod Episode!
This week on SupaPod, we talk about Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen coming to Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 following the Pokémon Day presentation — and notably outside of Nintendo Switch Online.
We also cover major industry shake-ups, including Sony closing Bluepoint Games, the Austin-based studio known for its port and remake work.
On the Xbox side, we break down huge leadership changes: Phil Spencer retiring, Sarah Bond stepping down, a new CEO stepping in from Microsoft’s CoreAI division, and Matt Booty moving up to Chief Creative Officer.
Plus, we take time to reflect with a year-in-review of the games we played in 2025, looking back at what stood out, surprised us, and stuck with us.
A packed episode full of big news and personal highlights.
Episode 515: Head of State
Comment🎮 New SupaPod Episode! On this episode of SupaPod, we break down everything from the latest Sony State of Play, including the big talk around the God of War Trilogy Remake and the other announcements that stood out to us. We also discuss the separate announcement of Horizon Hunters Gathering and what it could mean for the future of the franchise. In industry news, we talk about Highguard laying off staff and what that says about the current state of development. Plus, Dominic shares his experience playing Mewgenics and gives his early impressions. News, reactions, and hands-on discussion all in one episode.
📌 News, industry chatter, and personal gameplay stories — all in one episode!
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Episode 514: Over Guard
Comment🎮 New SupaPod Episode! On this episode of SupaPod, we talk about Ubisoft reaffirming its commitment to Beyond Good & Evil 2 and the announcement of Scott Pilgrim EX, release date March 3rd, 2026. We also discuss Dispatch being censored on Nintendo Switch consoles, and Dominic shares his hands-on experience with Highguard before the latest patch, breaking down how it felt to play and what stood out. A mix of industry news, updates, and firsthand impressions.
Episode 513: Xbox A-Live
Comment🎮 New SupaPod Episode!
On this episode of SupaPod, we break down the latest news from the Xbox Developer Direct and discuss the cancellation of the Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake. We also look ahead and share our predictions for 2026 and where we think the industry is headed.
We also take a moment to acknowledge some important gaming milestones, celebrating the 10th anniversary of Yakuza Kiwami and Darkest Dungeon.
Episode 512: A Twisted Meta
CommentThis week on SupaPod, we break down the latest industry shake-up as Meta closes multiple studios, including Twisted Pixel, Armature, and Sanzaru — teams behind games like Splosion Man, Comic Jumper, The Gunstringer, ReCore, Resident Evil 4 VR, and more recently Deadpool VR. We also take a trip down memory lane with a flashback of past Game of the Year winners, revisiting titles that took home top honors from award shows and media outlets 10, 20, and 30 years ago. A mix of tough industry news and nostalgic reflection on how far gaming has come.
Episode 511: Not Its Prime
CommentIn this episode, Daniel shares his honest thoughts and disappointment with Metroid Prime 4. From there, we take a step back and do a year in review, looking at the biggest moments and stories in gaming.
Episode 510: Winter Kei3
CommentIn the final SupaPod episode of 2025, we’re wrapping up the year in style. We take a look back at The Game Awards — a.k.a. The Keighleys — and talk about the moments, announcements, and weirdness that stood out to us. Happy 30th anniversaries of Suikoden and Warcraft II, along with the 20th anniversary of Yakuza.
Episode 509: Stuck in the Middle
CommentWe kick off this episode with what we’ve been playing lately:
• Daniel & Dominic’s time with Marvel’s Cosmic Invasion and Metroid Prime 4
• Dominic “sells his soul,” grabs a Nintendo Switch 2, and jumps into Donkey Kong Bananza and Mario Kart World
After that, we dive into the week’s biggest gaming stories:
• A major install-size cut for Helldivers 2
• PlayStation teaming up with Bad Robot Games on a new co-op shooter
• Netflix making a huge move to acquire Warner Bros and its entire games division
A fun, stacked episode filled with impressions, big news, and lots to talk about.
Episode 508: And Valve Makes 3
CommentIn this episode, we break down a huge week in gaming—starting with Silent Hill 2 dropping on Xbox with a surprising 50% discount. We recap the latest Xbox Partner Preview, featuring fresh looks at Armatus, CloverPit, Crowsworn, Echo Generation 2, and more. We also touch on big reveals like Valve’s new Steam Controller, Frame VR headset, and Steam Machine. Dominic’s been deep into Monsters Are Coming: Rock and Road, NCAA Football 26, and Lumines Arise, while Daniel’s been spending time with Keeper, Kirby’s Air Ride, Psychonauts 2, and BallxPit.
Happy 20th Anniversary Microsoft's Xbox 360
Episode 507: Release Pending
CommentThis week, we’re breaking down the latest gaming news: PlayStation adds PS5 cloud streaming to the PS Portal, Silent Hill 2 leaks for Xbox, Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra gets delayed, and GTA 6 is pushed to 2026. We also talk about what we’ve been playing — Outer Worlds 2, Dispatch, MK Kollection, Keeper, and the new Fortnite x Simpsons crossover.
Episode 506: Weaponized Nostalgia
CommentThis week on SUPAPOD, we’re talking big updates — Animal Crossing is getting a Switch 2 edition, Resident Evil gets a triple pack, and Fortnite turns into Springfield! and lots more.
Episode 505: In the Margins
CommentThis podcast we discuss Halo: Combat Evolved remake, Fallout celebration, Ball x Pit, WTF is Microsoft doing, and lots more.
Episode 504: Objection
CommentOn this week's pod we are talking Ball x Pit, Pokemon games budget, the passing of Tomonobu Itagaki, and more. Happy 20th anniversary to Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney
Episode 503: Outraged Revisted
CommentThis week we discuss the Xbox Game Pass Price Hike, EA being sold to Saudi Investors, Assassin Creed franchise, and more.
Episode 501: More to Come
CommentOn this podcast we are discussing PlayStation state of play that includes the new Wolverine trailer. Also, we're discussing the Nintendo direct, Hades 2, Dying Light the Beast, Siksong and a lot more. (I know we're behind but life happens. We will be catching up the latest soon 😄)
Happy 10th Anniversary to Metal Gear Solid 5: Phantom Pain, Undertale, Super Mario Maker
Happy 20th anniversary to Ultimate Spider-man,
Ninja Gaiden Black, X-Men Legends 2: Rise of Apocalypse, Sly 3: Honor Among Thieves
Episode 500: Best of the Best
CommentWe made it to 500 official episodes. To celebrate the boys tell their top 5 games they've played during this time.
Top 5 from 2014 on:
Daniel
Inside
Tears of the Kingdom
Super Mario Odyssey
Shovel Knight
Life is Strange
Dominic
Witcher 3
Outerwilds
Vampire Survivor
Forgotten City
Hades
Super Ultra Podcast Arcade Episode 499.5: We're Back (Sort of)
CommentAfter a brief hiatus the boys are back to talk about all the past gaming news we missed.
Episode 499: Pokemon Go To The Battlefield
CommentOn this week pod( I know I'm late again. Shit happens), we're talking Pokemon direct, Battlefield 6 trailer, Microsoft walking back 80 buck games , and more.
Episode 498: Family Matters
CommentOn this week's pod we're talking new Ubisoft subsidiary CEOs, THPS 3+4, Donkey Kong Bananza, and more.