We’re back with a jam-packed episode! We sit down with the team at Stoic to talk about their exciting new game Towerborne, give our first impressions of Borderlands 4, and share thoughts on Bungie’s Marathon. Plus, we break down the recent layoffs at Respawn Entertainment and what it could mean for the future of the studio.

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What if your gaming time could help power a greener future? In this special Earth Day episode of Spawn On Me, we're diving into how Cleanplay is changing the game—literally—by turning your playtime into real-world investments in clean energy. We sit down with the team to talk about how players can support solar and wind energy projects just by doing what they already love: gaming.

Cleanplay is on a mission to make sustainable energy accessible and fun. Their platform rewards players for time spent in-game, converting it into tangible support for clean energy initiatives. It's a powerful way to make your play matter.

And here's the kicker—they're giving away a limited number of PlayStation gift cards to new subscribers. Want in? Head to https://www.cleanplay.energy and level up your impact.

On this episode of Spawn On Me, Kahlief Adams sits down with writer and critic Sam DeLong for an in-depth conversation about South of Midnight — the game that’s redefining Southern Gothic storytelling in the world of action-adventures. From its bold art style and unique setting to its themes of identity, grief, and folklore, we break down what makes this game so special.

We explore the creative risks Compulsion Games took, how the story resonates with diverse players, and what the game gets right (and wrong) about Southern representation. Whether you’ve played the game or are still on the fence, this episode gives you a richer understanding of why South of Midnight is sparking such meaningful conversation.

📖 Want more insights? Check out Sam DeLong’s full review right here:
👉 https://thegamersection.blogspot.com/2025/04/south-of-midnight-review.html

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