Kinda Funny Games Daily 01.15.26

Podcast: Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast
Hosts: Greg “GameOverGreggy” Miller, Tim Gettys
Date: January 15, 2026
Main Theme: Major casting and video game adaptation news, big industry shakeups, and upcoming game remakes.

Episode Overview

This energetic episode is all about major moves in the world of video game adaptations, notably the highly anticipated reveal of Ryan Hurst as Kratos for Amazon's God of War series and Sophie Turner's first-look as Lara Croft in the new Tomb Raider Prime Video series. Greg and Tim also break down Ubisoft remake rumors, major industry layoffs, new game announcements, and some heartfelt/chaotic Sonic nostalgia. Discussion blends industry insight, playful banter, and community Q&A in trademark Kinda Funny fashion.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

[00:36] – Show Kickoff & Schedule

• Tim Gettys welcomes listeners and previews the day’s show:
  • "We finally have our Live Action Kratos. Our first look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft. And what the hell's going on with Prince of Persia Black Flag remakes."
• Greg’s excitement about the Animal Crossing Switch 2 Update and upcoming Nintendo store event.
• Tim shares a packed content day schedule: Gamescast, Die Hard In Review, and more.

[04:34] – Major News Stories Begin

[04:34] STORY 1: Ryan Hurst Cast as Kratos in Prime Video’s God of War Adaptation

[04:34] Casting News & Background

• Source: Rosie Cordero at Deadline.
• Ryan Hurst (Sons of Anarchy, The Abandons) to play Kratos.
• The series, helmed by Ronald D. Moore (Outlander, For All Mankind), has a two-season order with production underway in Vancouver.

[05:29] Hosts React

• Greg, a Sons of Anarchy fan, recalls Hurst’s “Opie” and his memorable send-off.
  • [05:29] "Opie gave his life for Jacks in the shower in the prison." – Greg Miller
• Tim asks if Hurst stood out in previous roles.
• Greg confirms Hurst as a show standout and notes he left before the show “really went to dog.”

[08:03] Industry Context & Hopes

• Greg is optimistic about God of War being in an era where "video games are getting their due," citing Last of Us, Uncharted, and Amazon’s success with Fallout.
• Discussion about potential debate over Kratos’ ethnicity and how adaptations handle character backgrounds.
  • [08:36] "There's that part of this thing to get into of like, well, is he Kratos, this Greek God? Like, what. Who are there. I don't know what they're gonna do with any of that action, but we'll find out." – Greg Miller
• Chat points out Hurst played Thor in God of War: Ragnarok, leading to jokes about Deadline omitting this major credit.

[09:09] Frustration at Traditional Media Overlooking Games

• Tim and Greg lament that Deadline prioritizes TV credits over major game roles, adding that traditional outlets don’t “get” what gamers care about.

[10:22] Community Reactions and Discussion

• Mixed feelings in chat about Kratos’ casting; some worry about focusing too much on Viking aesthetics over Kratos’ Greek roots.
• Greg responds: "They probably won't mention it" – on the show addressing Kratos' origin. [10:34]

[10:55] STORY 2: Sophie Turner as Lara Croft – Tomb Raider First Look

[10:55] Series Details and Image Reaction

• Sophie Turner is officially revealed as Lara Croft for Prime Video’s Tomb Raider reboot (currently filming).
• First look is lauded for faithfully recreating the iconic Tomb Raider outfit.
  • [11:52] "Guess what, nerds? It's from the fucking video game. You're like, you know what? I respect it." – Greg Miller
  • [11:58] "The colors are right. The colors of the glasses, the colors of the shirt. Those little things matter to me." – Tim Gettys

[12:44] How Long in Iconic Outfit?

• Greg speculates this may be more homage than full series attire, akin to Joel and Ellie’s costume nods in Last of Us.

[13:53] On Sophie Turner's Range and Background

• Tim discusses being impressed by Sophie Turner in a Netflix comedy (“Do Revenge”), noting her comedic chops and potential for variety as Lara Croft.

[15:07] Community Questions

• Chat wants to know if the show will feature classic Tomb Raider elements (i.e., dinosaurs). Both hosts hope for such iconic scenes.

[15:39] STORY 3: Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Remake & Prince of Persia Rumors

[15:39] Ubisoft Hints & Speculation

• Ubisoft is re-uploading Black Flag soundtracks, igniting rumors of a Black Flag remake (codenamed “Obsidian”).
• Insider Gaming suggests both Black Flag remake and Prince of Persia: Sands of Time remake may be revealed soon, possibly even shadow dropped.

[18:10] Greg’s Frustration at Ubisoft Secrecy

• [18:10] "What the fuck, Shitter. Get off the goddamn pot. I'm sick of it. I'm sick of hearing about all these goddamn... Just fucking and say something, Ubisoft!" – Greg Miller
• Tim and Greg debate market performance/expectations for Black Flag vs. Prince of Persia remakes.

[21:56] Prince of Persia Hopes & Skepticism

• Tim is excited for Sands of Time remake, noting his love for the classic, but skeptical due to lack of updates.
• Greg points out the potential cons of a shadow drop, given the lack of hype and industry trends.

[28:20] STORY 4: Meta Layoffs Hit Batman: Arkham Shadow Studio; Camouflaj Impacted

[28:20] Massive Layoffs and Studio Closures

• Meta lays off 10,000+, closing VR studios including Sanzaru & Armature; Camouflaj suffers dramatic staff reduction.
• Projects—including a rumored Arkham Shadow sequel—are canceled.

[29:39] Greg’s Industry Perspective

• Greg reflects on Camouflaj’s journey, from Republic to Iron Man VR and beyond, and how big bets on VR didn't pay off at Meta.
  • [31:41] “When you're doing that, you cash out your chips on the other bet you made. And that fucking sucks because there's lives attached to this.” – Greg Miller
• Tim and Greg agree this marks a major setback for VR, predicting Meta is “done” with VR.

[35:03] STORY 5: Eidos Montreal’s Quadruple-A Game in Unreal Engine 5

• Insider Gaming reports Eidos Montreal is developing an unannounced “quadruple-A” open world action-adventure game (codename P11).
• Skepticism is evident regarding quadruple-A designations and the sustainability of supermassive projects.
  • [37:27] Tim asks if things will go well for the project.
  • [37:27] Greg: “No... Maybe they're the ones who buck the trend... but we refuse to learn [the industry’s] lessons.”
• Greg and Tim joke about starting “Bubble Butt Games,” a Double-B studio aiming low for safer profits.

[40:02] STORY 6: Life Is Strange Reveal Announced

• The next Life is Strange game reveal is set for January 20, 10am PST.
• Greg laments the franchise returning to Max and Chloe, preferring an anthology approach:
  • [40:34] “I just like this to be a little anthology series of, you know, teens who are trying to find themselves. We don't need to do this.”

[41:42] STORY 7 & Beyond: Sonic the Hedgehog 35th Anniversary Trailer Debuts

• Greg and Tim react live to a nostalgic Sonic anniversary trailer, celebrating the franchise’s evolution and endurance.
  • [45:57] Greg: "My son is obsessed with Sonic... Daddy, what are you doing? ...the ultimate life form. The ultimate life form." (on early-morning Sonic toy searches)
• Discussion of Sonic’s enduring appeal and cross-generational cultural impact.

[46:56] QUICK NEWS ROUNDUP ("WE News Channel")

• Amazon to launch a Fallout competition reality show set in Vault-Tec vaults.
• Maisie Stella reportedly cast in live action Life Is Strange.
• Assets leak for a canceled Monolith non-Arkham Batman game.
• Over 1,000 shovelware games from THI Games removed from PlayStation Store.
• Bully online mod taken down.
• Game announcements: “Relooted,” “Hypnos,” Prison Architect 2 beta info, and new studio Ironroot Games founded by Zenimax Online veterans.

[51:22] Super Chat Q&A Highlights

• Tomb Raider vs God of War Adaptations:
  “Tomb Raider has a higher chance of being better than God of War. Tomb Raider is a blank slate like Fallout. Whereas any creative liberties with God of War spell doom.”

  • Tim agrees, noting higher expectations for God of War make creative risk harder.

• Switch 2-related Delays:
  Both hosts dismiss the idea that Ubisoft is delaying marketing due to wanting to launch Switch 2 versions.

• Tim’s Impending Parenthood:
  Listeners wish Tim and his wife luck with their upcoming baby (“You and G are going to crush it. Suck it, Greg.”).

[53:00] End-of-Show Tone

• Greg and Tim reflect on the episode’s heavy news; industry layoffs continue to dominate headlines.
• Despite the somber mood, the hosts encourage their community and tease more fun content coming up later in the day.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• [05:29] Greg: “Opie gave his life for Jacks in the shower in the prison. You don’t remember this?...I impressed some people with my Sons of Anarchy knowledge.”
• [08:36] Greg: “There's that part of this...is he Kratos, this Greek God?...we'll find out.”
• [11:52] Greg: “Guess what, nerds? It's from the fucking video game. You're like, you know what? I respect it.”
• [18:10] Greg: “What the fuck, Shitter. Get off the goddamn pot. I'm sick of it. I'm sick of hearing about all these goddamn... Just fucking and say something, Ubisoft!”
• [31:41] Greg: “When you're doing that, you cash out your chips on the other bet you made. And that fucking sucks because there’s lives attached to this.”
• [40:34] Greg: “I just like this to be a little anthology series...we don’t need to do this.”

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:36 – Show kickoff, schedule preview
• 04:34 – Roper Report news begins
• 04:34-09:09 – God of War casting deep dive and reactions
• 10:55-14:35 – Tomb Raider first look and Sophie Turner analysis
• 15:39-24:44 – Extensive Ubisoft remake speculation & frustration
• 28:20-34:52 – Meta/VR industry layoffs & VR outlook
• 35:03-39:41 – Eidos Montreal “Quadruple-A” game and industry sustainability critique
• 40:02-42:04 – Life Is Strange future and anthology debate
• 42:25-46:48 – Sonic 35th anniversary memories & cultural resonance
• 46:56-51:22 – Quick news headlines (WE News Channel)
• 51:22-end – Superchats, community Q&A, and closing thoughts

Summary/Tone

The hosts expertly blend industry analysis with their signature playful banter. They offer honest, occasionally passionate opinions about game adaptation casting (with Greg’s in-depth pop culture recall), industry trends (esp. layoffs and sustainability), and big gamer nostalgia (particularly Sonic). Strong emotional reactions punctuate the episode, making it both informative and entertaining for both regular listeners and newcomers seeking a “real talk” pulse on major gaming news.