Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The hardware situation grows more bleak by the week, so where does this leave next generation consoles? If they're too expensive, will developers target them over current-gen hardware? Is enhanced RT and path tracing enough to make people upgrade? Will there be actual next-gen exclusives? Would it make more sense to buy a higher-end PC now? All this and more is discussed in the latest show.

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00:00 Introduction
00:59 Sponsored by Alienware
02:18 Supporter Q1: Why should people want next-gen consoles?
20:30 Supporter Q2: Will people hold on to PS5 and Series X to play their disc games?
30:20 Supporter Q3: Should we just buy expensive PCs now, in lieu of next-gen consoles?
41:50 Supporter Q4: Does Xbox BC on PC threaten Steam?
48:18 Supporter Q5: Will we see future Xbox ports for Switch 2?