Podcast Summary: "Is it Over For Marathon?" - Kinda Funny Games Daily 05.19.25
Podcast Information:
- Title: Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast
- Host: Greg “GameOverGreggy” Miller, Tim Gettys, and Blessing Adeoye Jr.
- Episode Title: Is it Over For Marathon?
- Release Date: May 19, 2025
1. Bungie's Marathon Faces Major Setbacks
The episode delves deep into the turmoil surrounding Bungie's upcoming game, Marathon. An artist named Anti Real has accused Bungie of plagiarizing her 2017 work, leading to significant unrest within the studio.
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Art Theft Accusations: The accusation has not only tainted the game's aesthetic but also deeply impacted studio morale. Andy Cortez references a Forbes article by Paul Tassi that outlines the chaos engulfing Bungie:
"Morale is in a free fall across all departments and the vibes have never been worse." [10:24]
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Impact on Development and Marketing: The allegations have forced Bungie to reconsider their marketing strategy. Originally slated for a September release with a major trailer and pre-orders, the launch plan is now uncertain. Mike Keery speculates a possible delay until 2026:
"I don't think we'll see this in September. I do think we'll see this get delayed here." [16:48]
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Community Reaction: The gaming community has shown concern through numerous Super Chats, questioning the viability of Marathon's release. Blessing Adeoye Jr. highlights the severity of the situation:
"This could be a really, really bad, colossally bad situation for Bungie." [29:55]
2. Hideo Kojima Announces New Espionage Game
In an exciting shift, Hideo Kojima revealed details about his forthcoming espionage-themed video game, Fizzant.
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Project Timeline: Kojima estimates the game's release to be five to six years away, as he balances multiple projects, including Death Stranding 2 and Physics.
"Besides Death Stranding 2, there is Physics in development that will take me another five or six years." [34:53]
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Future Aspirations: Kojima expressed interest in directing films as a form of homage to his cinematic inspirations, indicating a potential diversification of his creative endeavors:
"Maybe after that I could finally decide to tackle a film I grew up with." [34:53]
3. Nintendo Switch 2 Introduces Enhanced Accessibility Features
Nintendo has confirmed that the highly anticipated Switch 2 will include significant accessibility improvements, catering to a broader audience.
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Text-to-Speech and Live Captions: The new console will support text-to-speech functionality and live captions during game chats, enhancing the gaming experience for players with hearing impairments:
"The Nintendo Switch 2 will support text to speech... adding a further layer of accessibility." [40:10]
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Technical Considerations: Hosts discussed the potential impact of these features on the console's performance, expressing optimism that Nintendo has optimized the system to handle the additional processing without compromising performance:
"They've probably got a lot of that already prepared... Hopefully, it works out." [41:08]
4. Injustice 3 Development Confirmed
Exciting news for fighting game enthusiasts as Injustice 3 appears to be in development, according to insights from a Multiverses data miner.
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Source Reliability: Blessing Adeoye Jr. emphasizes the credibility of the information, noting Multiverses' history of accurate leaks:
"This is exciting for Injustice fans out there." [43:40]
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Fan Anticipation: The hosts express enthusiasm for the continuation of the Injustice series, highlighting its strong narrative and engaging gameplay:
"I'm excited to play as more Batman and see more of that universe." [44:15]
5. Additional Gaming News
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Developer Apologies:
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Nikki's update has been poorly received, prompting the development team to issue an apology. Issues include bugs preventing game startups on PS5 and gameplay crashes.
"We offer our deepest apologies to all stylists." [46:28]
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Indie Game Showcases:
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Best Indie Game Summer Showcase: Scheduled for June 3rd at 8 AM PT, featuring various indie titles.
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Indie Quest: Focused on indie JRPGs, set for May 29th at 4 PM PT with over 40 exclusive trailers.
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6. Listener Interactions via Super Chats
Throughout the episode, listeners contributed Super Chats, providing support and engaging in lighthearted banter.
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Support for Marathon:
"I’m calling it marathon either gets delayed or canceled." [54:48]
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Fashion and Gaming:
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Mike Keery humorously discusses his expanding wardrobe to accommodate new Nintendo Switch 2 features, highlighting the fun and casual side of the podcast.
"I'm fat and I can't wear any of my other T-shirts." [51:20]
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Memorable Moments:
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Gerald of Rivia's Super Chat: A playful interaction referencing characters from popular media, adding a humorous touch to the episode.
"Gerald of Rivia says, happy Monday, crew." [49:38]
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7. Conclusion and Upcoming Segments
The hosts wrap up the episode by teasing upcoming segments such as Gamescast and reviews of The Last of Us series. They encourage listeners to stay tuned for more in-depth discussions and analyses in future episodes.
Notable Quotes:
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Mike Keery on Marathon’s Future:
"This whole road map is probably thrown off. So I expect this game to be delayed until probably 2026." [16:48]
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Andy Cortez on Art Theft Impact:
"This is something they absolutely cannot afford... in a 'now actively hostile environment.'" [10:24]
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Blessing Adeoye Jr. on Bungie’s Repeated Issues:
"If multiple different artists under Bungie are, like, taking art from different people on different projects, that's a major different problem." [28:27]
Final Thoughts:
This episode of Kinda Funny Games Daily provides a comprehensive overview of the challenges facing Bungie's Marathon, exciting developments from industry giants like Hideo Kojima and Nintendo, and promising news for fans of the Injustice series. Through insightful discussions and engaging listener interactions, the hosts deliver a compelling narrative that keeps both avid gamers and casual listeners informed and entertained.