Dylan and Ashley discuss the THQ Nordic Showcase and the Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase, both of which aired in the last week, delivering new updates and game reveals.

Show Dot Points

• The hosts share their excitement for upcoming video game showcases.
• PAX preparations are discussed, highlighting early planning and travel logistics.
• THQ Nordic's showcase featured a variety of new game announcements and trailers.
• The Nintendo Direct was perceived as underwhelming compared to THQ Nordic's showcase.
• Battlefield 6's multiplayer reveal sparked cautious optimism among fans.
• The PAX 2025 Indie Showcase winners showcased a diverse range of innovative games.
• Trivia Deal stood out as a unique concept among the indie games.
• The hosts reflect on the nostalgia factor in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 Plus 4.
• The importance of community and social interaction in gaming is emphasised.
• The episode wraps up with a call to action for listener engagement.

Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Ciaran Marchant: https://twitter.com/YaboyRingo

Episode Timecodes

00:00:00 - Hello 00:01:15 - This Week On The Show 00:03:50 - THQ Nordic Showcase Recap 00:23:45 - Nintendo Direct: Partner Showcase Recap 00:33:00 - Battlefield 6 Multiplayer Reveal 00:39:30 - PAX AUS Indie Showcase 2025 Winners 00:47:15 - Goodbye

Resources

• Everything Announced at the THQ Nordic 2025 Showcase - Explosion Network
• Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase July 2025: All Trailers & Announcements - Explosion Network
• Battlefield 6 Multiplayer Reveal Highlights Return of Classic Class System & Destruction - Explosion Network
• PAX AUS 2025 Indie Showcase Winners Announced - Explosion Network
• Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 Review - Explosion Network

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• Music by: Dylan Blight
• Art by: Cherie Henriques
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