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These days, practically everything is an Xbox, and Xbox fans deserve to celebrate their passion for Xbox everywhere. Unlocked is the definitive Xbox podcast, hosted by Ryan McCaffrey alongside a panel of expert guests. Each week, they dive deep into breaking Xbox news, exclusive game reveals, and heated debates on the future of Xbox—covering everything from consoles and PC to Game Pass and cloud gaming. Whether you're a longtime Xbox fan or just jumping in, Unlocked is your go-to source for all…
Episodes
UnlockedUnlocked 288: Mass Effect: Andromeda's Highs and Lows
This week, Alanah, Marty, Destin, and Miranda get together to gab about Mass Effect: Andromeda, updates to the Xbox One UI, Evil Within 2 rumors, and good…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 287: Our Picks for Gaming's Oscars (the BAFTAs)
In an otherwise slow Xbox news week, our Xbox crew debates and casts their vote in each BAFTA nominee category. Plus: Telltale's Guardians of the Galaxy gets a…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 286: Destiny's Smart Sequel Setup
Our Xbox crew discusses Bungie's should-please-everyone solution to transferring your Destiny 1 character into Destiny 2, the cancellation of Dean Hall's…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 285: Phil Spencer Joins Us, Talks Scorpio
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer sits in for the entire show and answers our questions about Project Scorpio, E3, Xbox Game Pass, and more! Don't miss this episode!…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 284: We Played Mass Effect Andromeda
We finally got to play a few hours of Mass Effect Andromeda. We spend a good chunk of time discussing it in a totally spoiler-free way. We also got to play the…
UnlockedUnlocked 283: Our Ghost Recon & Halo Wars 2 Impressions
We reflect on our experiences – both positive and negative – with the recent Ghost Recon Wildlands closed beta and then Ryan gives his take on Halo Wars 2 now…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 282: Will Playground's New Game Be an Xbox Exclusive?
Our Xbox experts discuss Forza Horizon developer Playground Games' new non-racing second project, including where we might see it and what tech it might (or…
UnlockedUnlocked 281: Where's the Hype for Halo Wars 2?
Our Xbox crew wonders why there's no buzz for Halo Wars 2, speculates about BioWare's Destiny-sounding new IP, pieces together EA's E3 2017 lineup, analyzes…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 280: Managing Scorpio Expectations
Our Xbox crew reacts to new Scorpio tech info, celebrates Prey's (fairly close!) release date and what it means for the inevitable Wolfenstein sequel…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 279: Predicting Scorpio's Launch Lineup
This week, the crew chats about a strange Gears of War lawsuit, and predicts Scorpio's launch lineup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 278: What Scalebound's Cancellation Means for Xbox
On this week's episode, the crew talks through Scalebound's cancellation, a Halo game that never was, and Mass Effect: Andromeda at CES! Learn more about your…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 277: Our Most Anticipated Xbox Games for 2017
Fresh back from the holidays, our Xbox crew reconvenes to discuss what we played over the break, as well as what game we're most excited for in 2017. Red Dead…
UnlockedUnlocked 276: Ask Us Anything (Well, Like 6 Things)
On this week's Xbox show, we field a bunch of questions from the kind folks in the Unlocked Facebook group in our final episode of 2016. Plus: catching up on…
UnlockedUnlocked Episode 275: Our Xbox Predictions for 2017
On this week's Xbox show, we quickly see how we did with our 2016 Xbox predictions before launching into our bold Xbox predictions for 2017. Scorpio games…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 274: Ideas for an 'Xbox Experience' Event
We wonder if Microsoft might be readying a PlayStation Experience-like event for Xbox fans to be timed along with Scorpio's launch in 2017. Plus: Duke Nukem…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 273: Our Xbox Holiday Wishes
We ask Santa Spencer for some Xbox gifts as the holiday season gets in full swing. Plus: the Halo TV project returns...sort of, some neat stuff to play in…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 272: Our Halo 6 Predictions
On this week's Xbox show, as Halo 5 boss Josh Holmes leaves 343 Industries, we wonder where the studio might take Halo 6. Plus: October's software sales…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 271: Our Original Xbox Memories
On this week's Xbox show, we give our impressions so far on Watch Dogs 2 and Dishonored 2. Plus: we spend most of the show reminiscing about the original Xbox…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 270: Debating Mass Effect Andromeda
We learn more story details about Mass Effect Andromeda and debate whether or not we want it to be a three-part trilogy or a single-game experience. Plus: our…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 269: Marty's Mass Effect Adventure
We discuss Bethesda's public proclamation to not facilitate Day 1 reviews of their games anymore, talk about the upcoming Skyrim Monopoly board game, chronicle…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 268: Red Dead Reactions & Gears 4 Spoilercast
On this week's Xbox show, we react to the teaser, announcement, and trailer for Red Dead Redemption 2. Plus: Xbox wins NPD again, Xbox superfan and military…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 267: Waiting for Cuphead
On this week's Xbox show, we talk about why Cuphead's delay isn't a big deal and what we think the developers should (or shouldn't) do until it comes out…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 266: Gears of War 4 Is Awesome
We give our spoiler-free impressions of Gears of War 4, delight in the completely unexpected announcement of Voodoo Vince's return, break down Phil Spencer's…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 265: The Futures of Rocksteady and Gears of War
On this week's Xbox show, we discuss what Rocksteady might do now that they're done with Batman, what other genres might make sense for Gears of War, how the…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 264: Firewatch Creators Discuss Xbox Version
On this week's Xbox show, Firewatch releases on Xbox One, so we talk to creators Sean Vanaman and Jake Rodkin for an hour or so. Learn what it takes to make a…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 263: We Audition for Mass Effect Andromeda
On this week's Xbox show, BioWare is holding auditions for two small voice-acting parts in Mass Effect Andromeda. So yes, we're auditioning. Plus: what should…
UnlockedUnlocked 262: Gears of War 4's Horde 3.0 is Dope
Ryan's out in New York City, so Marty, Alanah, and Sean got together to chat about Xbox at PAX. Gears of War 4's Horde 3.0 is dope, Sonic Mania is a return to…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 261: Titanfall 2 Tech Test Impressions & More
On this week's Xbox show, we fill a slow news week by discussing the just-completed Titanfall 2 Tech Test and wondering which single developers are most…
UnlockedUnlocked 260: Forza Horizon 3 Developer Interview
In between raving about Disneyland and arguing about pizza, we celebrate The Witness's imminent arrival on Xbox One, lament Below's latest delay, discuss the…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 259: Metal Gear Survive Breaks Our Hearts
Ryan's on vacation this week, so Marty "Cracker Barrel Old Country Store" Sliva and Alanah "Bucca di Beppo" Pearce take the wheel and are joined by Miranda…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 258: Our Gears of War and Forza Developer Visits
On this week's Xbox show, we discuss our recent visits to Gears of War 4 developer The Coalition and Forza Horizon 3 co-developer Turn 10 Studios. Plus…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 257: All About the Xbox One S
On this week's Xbox show, we discuss our Xbox One S impressions so far, episode 1 of Telltale's Batman series (no spoilers), the Xbox One Summer Update, and…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 256: Revisiting Old Xbox Favorites
On this week's Xbox show, a lack of current Xbox news leads us to reminisce about the past, including our favorite original Xbox games as well as what dormant…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 255: Learning About 4K HDR TVs
Shopping for a 4K HDR TV in advance of the Xbox One S and/or Scorpio? It turns out HDR isn't so cut and dry. We discuss what we've learned so far. Plus: Tomb…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 254: Microsoft's Crazy Xbox Summer
On this week's Xbox show, we discuss Microsoft's crazy Xbox summer, from their lack of press conference at the upcoming Gamescom event to Xbox Australia…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 253: The Call of Duty That Wasn't + Inside Spoilercast
On this week's Xbox show, we discuss the recently unearthed Call of Duty prototype called Call of Duty: Roman Wars. Would it have worked? Could it have worked?…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 252: Playdead's Inside is Glorious (No Spoilers!)
Our Xbox show celebrates Inside, gets excited for Halo Wars 2, and tries to figure out what happened to the Batman: Return to Arkham remaster. Learn more about…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 251: Xbox E3 Analysis + State of Decay 2 Interview
We analyze everything from Xbox's E3, from Project Scorpio to the Xbox One S to Sea of Thieves and much more. Plus: an interview with Undead Labs founder Jeff…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked 250: Our Xbox E3 Post-Show With Xbox Creator Seamus Blackley
Our 250th episode aired live at E3 2016 with special guest and Xbox creator Seamus Blackley, so here it is in case you missed it. This was our live reactions…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 249: Our Xbox E3 Predictions
Finally, it's the E3 predictions episode you've been waiting for. Listen for our predictions about Dead Rising 4, Xbox Live Arcade/Summer of Arcade, Oculus…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 248
On this week's Xbox show, we celebrate the unexpected return of Fable, guess what the rumored VR game for Xbox is, share our Overwatch impressions, wonder what…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 247: The Xbox 1.5, For Real This Time
We analyze the very credible new Xbox Slim and Xbox Next rumors. Will Oculus come along for the ride? What will it be called? How much will it cost? We…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 246: Welcome Back, Doom
What we think of Doom so far, including our theories on why Bethesda didn't send out advance copies for review. Plus: Rockstar's next game approaches, Batman…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 245: EA's Big 2017 Plans
Ryan's out, but the crew holds down the fort and chats about Battlefield 1, Battlefront 2, probably something with a 3, and Fable 4. Learn more about your ad…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 244: Remembering Lionhead
We fondly remember everything Lionhead gave Xbox fans as the studio closes its doors for good. Plus: Respawn's third-person Star Wars game, our reactions to…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 243: Gears of War 4's Statue and Season Pass
Gears of War 4 unleashes a pricey season pass and an even pricier collector's edition. We evaluate the pluses and minuses of both. We also lament the latest…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 242
The Xbox 1.5 rumors won't go away – particularly in light of the hot-and-heavy PlayStation Neo rumors, so we discuss what a mid-cycle upgrade could look like…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 241: Gears of War 4 Director Interview
Gears of War 4 boss Rod Fergusson joins us for a 30-minute interview about the new game as well as taking over the franchise. Plus: our thoughts on Quantum…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 240: About That Gears of War 4 Release Date...
We discuss Gears of War 4's just-announced release date and what it means for the rest of the holiday 2016 Xbox lineup. Plus: Xbox 1.5, Mass Effect 4, Doom…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 239: Quantum Comedy and Farewell
Mitch's last show is weird, wonderful, and chaotic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 238: Halo 1 and Shadow Complex Developer Interviews
On this week's Xbox show, Shadow Complex creator Donald Mustard sits in for a lengthy interview about his history on Xbox (Advent Rising, Undertow, Shadow…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 237: Gears of War 4's 30fps vs. 60fps Debate
Microsoft opens the door to cross-network play across Xbox One, PC, and maybe PS4 too. Plus: Gears of War 4's campaign will be 30fps and its multiplayer will…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 236: Is Fable Dead?
We analyze the cancellation of Fable Legends and the apparent closure of Lionhead Studios. Could either have been saved? Can and will Fable continue on, or is…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 235: Phil Spencer Interview and Xbox Showcase Reactions
Head of Xbox Phil Spencer joins us for a quick interview about the future of Xbox (hint: you probably won't lose access to your Xbox One games on the next-gen…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 234: Halo 5 Drops the Mic and Major Nelson Stops By
On this week's Xbox show, it's all good news. First, it took four years, but Xbox's own Larry "Major Nelson" Hryb sits in with us for the entire show…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 233: The Internet's Quantum Breakdown
We analyze last week's Internet meltdown over Quantum Break's PC version, detail the first wave of Fallout 4 DLC, discuss what the departure of Mass Effect…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 232: About That Titanfall 2 Single-Player Campaign...
On this week's Xbox show, we discuss the now-confirmed Titanfall 2 solo campaign, DOOM's release date, Red Dead's imminent backwards compatibility, 2015's most…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 231: Will Elder Scrolls VI Be Announced at E3?
Bethesda announces that they'll put on another E3 press conference. We speculate about what will – and won't – be there. Plus: a 40-minute interview with…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 230: Burnout Returns...As a Golf Game...Sort of...
We celebrate the very Burnout-y new golf game (yes, golf game!) from the original creators of Burnout. Plus: praise for the word-of-mouth hit ARK: Survival…
UnlockedPodcast Unlocked Episode 229: Why Call of Duty 2016 Won't Be Ghosts 2
We speculate on what this year's Infinity Ward-developed Call of Duty might be like given all of the big-studio talent Activision's been hiring for it. Also…