SGF 2024: Summer Game Fest, Devolver Direct, Wholesome Direct [Arcade Couch Podcast]

We discuss the first batch of SGF week shows starting with Summer Game Fest itself, and then Day of the Devs, Devolver Direct, Future of Play and Wholesome Direct.

Show Dot Points

• The Summer Game Fest showcase featured a variety of games and announcements.
• The presence of indie games in the showcase was notable, and it was seen as an opportunity for these games to gain more visibility.
• There was discussion about the cost of trailers and the presence of AAA companies in the showcase.
• Specific games like the Horizon Lego game, Star Wars Outlaws, and Metroid Dread were highlighted and discussed.
• Overall, the hosts expressed excitement for the upcoming games and shared their opinions on the showcase. Blumhouse games segment showcases indie horror games and offers support to independent developers
• The remaster of Sonic Generations with a new campaign featuring Shadow Sonic generates excitement
• The Dune trailer provides insight into the story of the MMO
• The hosts express their enthusiasm for upcoming games and appreciate the variety of genres and styles Alan Wake 2 is announced with a collector’s edition available for pre-order.
• The Night Springs DLC for Alan Wake 2 features three different chapters and expands on the game’s universe.
• Skate is coming to consoles, and a limited beta will be available on PS5.
• Valorant is coming to PlayStation and Xbox, and a limited beta will be available on PS5.
• Monster Hunter Wilds is generating interest among the hosts, with a new trailer and gameplay to be revealed at Gamescom. The hosts discuss various games showcased at Summer Game Fest and Day of the Devs
• Notable games mentioned include Battle Vision Network, Tides of Tomorrow, and After Love EP
• The hosts highlight the unique concepts and art styles of these games
• They mention the upcoming showcases they plan to watch, such as Xbox Game Showcase and Ubisoft Forward

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

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Arcade Couch Credits:

• Music by: Dylan Blight
• Art by: Cherie Henriques
• Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration

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