Kicking Off the Post-E3 Hype Season | Microcast

The latest installment of the GamesIndustry.biz Microcast is ready to stream or download, covering the top news from the past week and previewing the week to come. This episode delves into the series of showcases filling the gap left by E3, starting with PlayStation's recent State of Play. The highlights from Sony's presentation are examined, along with expectations for upcoming events like Summer Game Fest and Xbox's showcase. The conversation also turns to Xbox, with an in-depth look at the announcement that Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 will launch on Game Pass, potentially serving as a crucial test for the viability of video game subscription services. Furthermore, the trend of adapting video game properties for screens is explored, including announcements for Amazon Prime Video's Like A Dragon series, Netflix's Minecraft animated series, and adaptations of John Romero's autobiography, Doom Guy. The episode can be accessed through the embedded player, downloaded as an audio podcast, or subscribed to via various platforms such as Spotify, iTunes, Amazon Music, and more. Video versions are available on the GamesIndustry.biz YouTube channel or through a dedicated playlist. This episode was edited by Alix Attenborough.