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Welcome to the Press Start Leadership Podcast, your ultimate guide to unlocking your leadership potential in the dynamic world of the video game industry. Join me, Christopher Mifsud, a seasoned industry professional with two decades of experience leading and nurturing teams for renowned digital creative companies worldwide. This podcast is your secret weapon in an industry that often promotes talented individuals without providing the necessary leadership training. Drawing from my personal ...
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets to transforming your game production team into a powerhouse of creativity and efficiency with mindfulness as your guiding light. Ever wondered how to cut through the chaos of video game development and make decisions with clarity and focus? Join us…
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343 Industries has rebranded to Halo Studios and revealed an engine change: switching to Unreal 5. We unpack what this might mean for the future of Halo and discuss our Metaphor ReFantazio review, Ubisoft's turmoil, more upcoming Assassin's Creed games, Alien: Isolation 2 entering development, and the God of War trilogy potentially getting remade. …
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets to building a powerful leadership pipeline within your game studio with us. Could your studio's next top leader be the intern at the desk across from you? Discover how to identify and nurture potential leaders from within your organization, ensurin…
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The much anticipated Silent Hill 2 remake is out and James loved it! Here's our Silent Hill 2 Remake reviews discussion, Shannon's time so far with Until Dawn and our debrief on the chaos of the PlayStation 30th Anniversary pre-orders. 00:00 Intro 02:36 Silent Hill 2 Review 17:46 Until Dawn First Impressions 23:34 PlayStation 30th Anniversary Pre-O…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets to mastering game production efficiency with the right leadership style! This week on the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we're breaking down how different leadership approaches—autocratic, democratic, transformational, laissez-faire, and servant l…
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The 30th Anniversary PlayStation collection and PS5 Pro launch is upon us. Still, there's stacks more news to discuss this week including our review of The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom review, our PlayStation State of Play reactions, endless PlayStation remasters/remakes, the Palworld devs getting sued by Nintendo, and our first look at the Ni…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever wondered how mentorship can revolutionize the game development industry? Tune in to learn the secrets of effective game development mentorship strategies that can skyrocket your career and bring fresh innovation to your studio. We’ll walk you through the importa…
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We review The Plucky Squire, Funko Fusion and the Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster, and unpack the latest EA news including a new Star Wars Jedi game, Skate going into early access next year and The Sims entering a new era. 00:00 Intro 00:33 PS5 Pro Thoughts A Week On 03:23 The Plucky Squire Review 14:11 Funko Fusion Review 24:04 Dead Rising Deluxe Rema…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Optimize your approach to stakeholder engagement in game development with our latest episode! Ever wondered how to ensure seamless collaboration and project success within the gaming industry? Join us as we break down the essential strategies to enhance communication…
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The PlayStation 5 Pro has been unveiled with an overnight technical presentation. We decide whether the upgrade is worthwhile, discuss Concord's untimely demise and Brodie previews The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Time and Super Mario Party Jamboree. 00:00 Intro 00:49 PS5 Pro Reactions 29:26 Concord Is Dead 39:34 Banning Kids From Gaming 46:11 The Le…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ready to master conflict resolution in the high-stakes world of game development? This episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast promises to equip you with the advanced strategies you need to transform team discord into opportunities for growth and innovation. Ho…
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We've played Astro Bot and adore it 😍 PS5 Pro design details leak. Ewan's played Black Ops 6 during the beta. James has reviewed Emio The Smiling Man. 00:00 Intro 00:37 Astro Bot Review 11:20 PS5 Pro Design Reactions 16:09 Call of Duty Black Ops 6 Beta Impressions 20:05 Emio The Smiling Man Review 29:46 McDonald's Mario Kart Toys 31:02 What The Wik…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! How can you propel your indie game studio to the forefront of innovation while dodging the pitfalls of reckless decision-making? Learn how to master the art of balancing calculated risks and informed decisions in this week's episode of the Press Start Leadership Podc…
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A bunch of reviews landed this week including Star Wars Outlaws, Concord and Black Myth: Wukong. We share our thoughts and react to the latest news on Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater and Avowed. 00:00 Intro 00:34 Star Wars Outlaws Review 14:28 Concord Review 27:23 Black Myth: Wukong Review 33:27 Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater Previews 39:4…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever wondered how leaders in the high-pressure world of game development stay organized and motivated? Discover the transformative power of mastering to-do lists and accountability in this week's episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast. Christopher Mifsud share…
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Gamescom is underway and we unpack all the biggest announcements from Opening Night Live including Borderlands 4, Mafia: The Old Country, Dying Light: The Best, Indiana Jones: The Great Circle, Dune Awakening and more! Check out all the announcements: https://press-start.com.au/features/2024/08/21/everything-announced-at-the-gamescom-opening-night-…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ready to unlock the secrets of transforming your game conference experience into a business development powerhouse? Join us on this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, where we dissect the strategies that can elevate your presence and effectiveness at game…
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Nintendo has released an extended gameplay trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, but our reactions are mixed. We explain why we're still on the fence, unpack the new The Last of Us Season 2 HBO teaser trailer, discuss the delay of Avowed, react to the new EB World Plus subscription, hypothesize about Sony Santa Monica's new IP post-God…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Feeling stuck in a creative rut or worried your game development studio might be falling into complacency? Tune into this week's episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, where we unravel the critical pitfalls that can lead to stagnation in the video game indust…
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Nintendo has released an extended gameplay trailer for The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, but our reactions are mixed. We explain why we're still on the fence, unpack the new The Last of Us Season 2 HBO teaser trailer, discuss the delay of Avowed, react to the new EB World Plus subscription, hypothesize about Sony Santa Monica's new IP post-God…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever wondered how your favorite stories stretch across TV, movies, and even video games to create a world you just can't get enough of? Unravel the secrets behind transmedia branding with us on this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast! We'll take you throug…
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New story DLC has been announced for Mortal Kombat 1adding six new characters, but people are taking issue with it. We also discuss the latest on the Like A Dragon tv series, the BioShock film in the works at Netflix, the Borderlands movie coming out soon, and updates coming Stellar Blade and Starfield. 00:00 Intro 00:33 New Astrobot Controller 02:…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! What happens when you combine ethical leadership with the fast-paced world of video game development? Discover how integrity, respect, and accountability can transform your team and drive sustainable success. In this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, hos…
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If you thought the dust had settled on the Xbox acquisition of Activision Blizzard, guess again. The FTC is appealing the decision and points to the recent price hikes of Game Pass and layoffs as an example fo competitive behaviour. We discuss this, Ubisoft's statement on the marketing and historical accuracy of Assassin's Creed Shadows, Helldivers…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! How can game studios maintain their cutting-edge creativity while safeguarding the mental well-being of their developers? Join us on the Press Start Leadership Podcast as we confront the harsh realities of crunch culture and unrelenting deadlines that plague the vide…
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The first Concord beta weekend has wrapped up and we all spent some time over the weekend playing it. We're all pretty impressed with the game, although have a couple of concerns. We share our reviews of Anger Foot and Kunitsu-Gami: Path of the Goddess, and discuss leaks around Aliens Fireteam Elite 2, BioShock 4 and Crash Bandicoot 5. 00:00 - Intr…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can you lead a video game development team to thrive amid budget cuts, project delays, and staffing challenges? On this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we promise you'll uncover the secrets to mastering positive leadership in the high-pressure world of…
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Xbox Game Pass is changing. Prices are going up and the tiers switched up. We dissect the possible reasons behind the change and what it means for the future of Xbox. We also talk about PlayStation's return to the Tokyo Game Show, The Final Descendant copying Destiny and Palworld's developers teaming up with Sony. 00:00 - Intro 00:31 - Shannon's Ba…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can you truly transform your leadership style to foster team loyalty and innovation in the high-stakes video game industry? In our latest episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we promise you'll learn how to make this critical shift from a traditional boss to…
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On this week's episode, we welcome the news that the Resident Evil 7 director will be returning to direct Resident Evil 9. We ponder what's next for the series and discuss The First Descendant, Dead Rising Deluxe Remastered, Nintendo Switch 2 stock, Elden Ring and more! 00:00 - Intro 00:29 - Donkey Kong Country 2 Apology 04:14 - Revisiting Metroid:…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can a video game studio truly thrive while maintaining high ethical standards? Join us on this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast as we tackle this pressing question and reveal the hidden potential of ethical game development. Discover how defining core va…
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In a surprising change of tone, FromSoftware fans have criticised the Elden Ring: Shadows of the Erdtree DLC claiming its too difficult. James doesn't disagree, welcoming a recent update tweaking player progression. We share our thoughts and discuss the lastest Capcom announcements, iOS ports selling poorly and Forza Horizon 4 getting removed from …
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Looking to turn your indie game studio into a magnet for top talent? We're here to show you how. Imagine crafting a recruitment strategy that not only highlights your studio's unique culture but also outsmarts the big-budget giants. In this episode of the Press Start…
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In a surprisingly stacked Nintendo Direct, a tonne of new games were announced to send off the Nintendo Switch before the new console is revealed. We react to the reveal of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and everything else from t…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ever felt like you've given your last ounce of energy amidst the chaos of game development? Join us on the Press Start Leadership Podcast as we uncover powerful strategies to stay upbeat, even when everything seems to be going wrong. From embracing the inevitable cha…
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We're back from Summer Game Fest 2024 and share out reactions to our favourite new game announcements, talk about the games we played and saw behind closed doors, and review the crazy predictions we made a head of the showcases. 00:00 - Intro 02:59 - Our Favourite SGF 2024 Announcements 26:12 - Astro Bot Preview 29:08 - Fear the Spotlight Preview 3…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! What if you could transform your work-life balance and boost creativity in the high-pressure world of game development? This week on the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we promise to equip you with the essential self-care strategies to manage stress, prevent burnout,…
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There's plenty to unpack from this week's PlayStation State of Play including Concord and the newly announced Astro Bot. PS VR2 made a last minute pitch to pick up their flailing headset with a PC adapter, but it's too little too late as far we're concerned. Summer Game Fest may also be on the "quieter" side this year, and The Prince of Persia: The…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Can empathy and collaboration transform your game studio into a productivity powerhouse? On this episode of the Press Start Leadership Podcast, we unpack the magic of human-centric leadership that puts people before deadlines and resources. Christopher Mifsud, your g…
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With the Summer Game Fest mere weeks away (and the leaks already leaking) we offer up our official SGF 2024 predictions. James has also reviewed Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door and gone hands-on with Multiversus in a preview. 00:00 - Intro 00:58 - Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door Review 09:14 - Multiversus Hands-On Preview 17:03 - Summer Gam…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the full potential of your game development team with our deep dive into SMART goals, the leadership tool that's changing the game. Get ready to transform vague aspirations into strategic wins as we reveal how to apply the Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Rel…
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The long-awaited Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2 is here, but how does the sequel to the critically acclaimed game stack up? Is it enough to turn around Xbox's misfortune and improve their slate of exclusives? We review the game and discuss Stellar Blade burgers, Nintendo's acquisition of Shiver Entertainment, the potential imminent BioShock announcement…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secret to economic stability and growth in the indie game industry with our expert-guided exploration into the world of financial literacy. As your host, I'm lifting the veil on the often-intimidating realm of budgets and fiscal responsibility, demonstrati…
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After a turmultous week at Xbox, the gang dissect Xbox's strategy and how they might do better by their studios and fans. They're not the only one amending their strategy though, with Square Enix moving away from exclusivity deals, and PlayStation appointing dual-CEOs. We discuss all this, Animal Well, Cryptmaster, the Rogue Prince of Persia delay,…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Unlock the secrets behind the transformative power of leadership retreats with your host, Christopher Mifsud, on the Press Start Leadership Podcast. Dive with us into the heart of game studio success as we reveal how stepping back from daily operations allows for str…
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This past week: the Helldivers 2 community launched a crusade to reverse some questionable decision-making from PlayStation; Nintendo confirmed the Switch 2 will be unveiled this year; Batman Arkham Shadow, a new VR game for the Meta Quest 3 was announced; a cancelled Vicarious Visions produced Donkey Kong game was unearthed; and Resident Evil 9 ru…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Have you ever considered why some video games leave an indelible mark on your heart, while others fade into obscurity? Unlock the secrets behind the most impactful games as we explore the 'Start With Why' philosophy, guided by the insights of Simon Sinek and applied …
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Xbox has announced a Showcase for June as part of Summer Games Fest, which has replaced E3 as the key mid-year video game event. We speculate what we might see, chat about the upcoming Call of Duty 2024 game developed by Treyarch, weigh in on Square Enix cancelling $220M worth of games, and how the magnetic Joy-Cons might work on the Switch 2 if ru…
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Tell us what you thought of the episode and any topics you would like us to cover! Ready to transform your video game concept into a captivating pitch that wins hearts and opens wallets? This week on Press Start Leadership Podcast, we equip you with the strategies to craft a pitch that will resonate with every stakeholder in the gaming industry. Fr…
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We share our thoughts on Stellar Blade, TopSpin 2K25 and No Rest For The Wicked. James is back from Japan and catches us up on his adventure, before we also discuss Embracer splitting into three, Atari bringing back the Infogrames publishing label, and the latest Assassin's Creed Hexe leaks. 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - Jame's Time In Japan 05:28 - Stella…
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