Kinda Funny Games Daily – PlayStation State of Play Predictions (11.10.25)

Hosts: Andy Cortez, Roger Craig, Greg Miller

Date: November 10, 2025

Episode Overview

On this episode, Andy Cortez, Roger Craig, and special appearances by Greg Miller dive deep into predictions for the imminent PlayStation State of Play: Japan, discuss recent updates on “The Elder Scrolls 6,” the phenomenal success of “Dispatch” (and potential for a second season), Halo Infinite entering maintenance mode, and the fervor surrounding FromSoftware’s upcoming slate and DLC. The hosts offer their characteristic blend of gamer insight, banter, and community engagement, while answering live super chats and sharing memorable stories from their weekends.

1. PlayStation State of Play: Japan – Predictions & Hype

(Start: 11:29)

Main Focus

• Sony announced a special State of Play: Japan for Nov 12, highlighting Japanese and Asian-made games and some global updates, to much community and host speculation.

Key Discussion & Predictions

• Roger: Wonders if we'll see Ghost of Yotei (possible subtitle: Legends), or anything Yakuza-related.
• Andy: Thinks a glimpse of Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 is more likely, though it could be a small tease, not a blowout.
• Community Predictions:
  • Final Fantasy (FF) IX remake rumor (from Nvidia leaks)
  • Monster Hunter Wilds expansion or Stories 3
  • Kingdom Hearts 4 fantasy—though both hosts are skeptical it’ll be there
  • Phantom Blade Zero release date (“very, very possible”—Andy, 16:16)
  • Indie gems like DecaPolice, DokeV, Suda51's Romeo’s a Dead Man
  • Sony’s potential reveal of a new region-locked PS5 or Japan-focused hardware

Quotes & Notable Moments

• “When I think about this event, first of all... Have they had State of Play Japan before? Is this the first time they’re doing this? ...This is really cool.” – Roger Craig (14:32)
• “Everything is weird until it happens.” – Andy Cortez, on shifting expectations (19:07)
• “Bring back a Kingdom Hearts 4 — that would be the ultimate move of making this special. I just don’t believe it.” – Roger Craig (21:53)
• "If this one comes out and ends up being a banger, then we’ll be like 'Well, they were able to announce all these things at State of Play Japan because it was the first one...” – Andy (19:07)

Timestamps for Segment Highlights

• 11:29 — Segment introduction
• 12:36 — FF7 and Yakuza predictions
• 16:39 — Monster Hunter, Phantom Blade Zero
• 18:35 — Hardware/handheld speculation
• 20:14 — Hoping for vanished games (DecaPolice, DokeV)
• 21:53 — Kingdom Hearts speculation

2. The Elder Scrolls 6 – Still “A Long Way Off”

(Start: 22:49)

Key Updates

• News: Seven years post-announcement, Elder Scrolls 6 remains far off, per Todd Howard. No near release; Howard wants to avoid player anxiety but regrets early reveal.
• Host Analysis:
  • Andy muses about corporate motivations behind early announcements (“like holding hostages for shareholders”—24:32)
  • Speculation that Fallout’s TV show success changed internal priorities, shifting focus back to Fallout 76 and a Fallout 3 remaster rather than Elder Scrolls 6.
  • Discussion on game dev cycles, pitfalls of long dev times, and possible Microsoft pressures for more regular franchise output.

Quotes & Moments

• “It’s very, very...contradictive the whole way through.” – Andy on Howard's comments (26:40)
• “Are they actually gonna do Elder Scrolls and Fallout at the same time? ...That’s the dream.” – Roger (28:35)
• “We can’t be on the 12-year cycle!” – Andy (29:47)

Key Segment

• 22:49 — Story intro
• 23:48 — Fallout show’s impact
• 24:32 — “Hostage” analogy
• 25:28 — Fallout 3 Remaster “confirmed” by VGC

3. Dispatch – Episodic Success & Season Two Hopes

(Start: 41:20)

Story Summary

• Dispatch’s superhero workplace comedy “season” has sold over a million copies in 10 days, prompting serious consideration of a Season 2.
• Weekly episodic format lauded as a rare Telltale-style success, working thanks to tight production & buzz.

Hosts' Analysis

• Andy: “These writers need a ride for everybody. The writing in this game is so damn good.” (41:56)
• Roger highlights the social media explosion around the game and how buzz has snowballed: “It’s a massive movement.” (42:58)
• Greg: Notes this puts pressure on Telltale for their coming Wolf Among Us 2.
• Both share plans and enthusiasm for spreading the game to family (“wanna show my dad!”—Andy, 46:35; “movie night with my mom”—Roger).

Timestamps

• 41:20 — Story intro
• 42:58 — Community/social buzz
• 43:44 — Episodic format analysis
• 46:35 — Personal enthusiasm & recommendations
• 47:07 — Ad Hoc also working on Critical Role game

4. Halo Infinite Support Ends – Eyes on the Future

(Start: 47:55)

Summary

• Halo Infinite will go into maintenance mode after its next update to allow Halo Studios to focus on “multiple new Halo titles,” including Halo Campaign Evolved for 2026 on PC/Xbox/PS5.
• Discussion about player numbers, missed opportunities, and what the next multiplayer experience should look like—arena vs. battle royale vs. something Helldivers-inspired.

Quotes & Moments

• “We could have had it all. We could—this could have been it.” — Roger (49:31), referencing Halo Infinite’s missed potential.
• “I was so sad when it ended this quickly.” — Andy, on declining population (50:24)
• “You need lightning in a bottle—release campaign and multiplayer at the same time.” — Andy, on launch strategy (54:26)

Timestamps

• 47:55 — Story intro
• 50:24 — Halo Infinite’s population & decline
• 52:11 — Multiplayer on PlayStation
• 55:17 — Pizza bet: “What will Campaign Evolved cost?” ($49.99 vs $59.99)

5. FromSoftware News – DLC and More

(Start: 56:47)

Key Details

• FromSoft’s parent Kadokawa reveals Elden Ring: Night Reign DLC will launch before March 2026, Tarnished Edition hitting Switch 2, and a new project, Duskbloods, is also on the way.
• Brief speculation that the Night Reign DLC may be revealed at the State of Play.
• Hosts swap impressions of Night Reign’s quality, the strong community, and how new challenge modes have extended the game’s life.

Quotes & Moments

• “I think like, it helps that you have a very popular IP...but when you’re able to bring people back...without cosmetic DLC...that’s the perfect thing to extend Elden Ring Night Reign.” — Andy (59:29)
• “Duskbloods is coming next year.” – Greg (58:26)

Timestamps

• 56:47 — Story intro
• 57:46 — Night Reign DLC by March 2026
• 58:01 — Top 10 contender?
• 59:29 — Why Night Reign keeps returning players

6. WE News / Lightning Round – Short Updates

(Start: 61:11)

Stories Covered

• Game Dev Needs Kidney Donation:
  Iggy, a lead playtester of Blueprints, requires a kidney donation. Hosts urge listeners to visit iggyland.org.
  • “Go to iggyland.org. Our thoughts are with you, Iggy.” – Andy (62:12)
• Rockstar’s Red Dead Redemption 2:
  Now 4th bestselling game of all time (by units);
  • Top 5: Minecraft, GTA V, Wii Sports, RDR2, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (63:01)
• PlayStation Store Top Downloads:
  Ghost of Yotei huge in Japan; Battlefield 6 rules western PS5 charts.
  • “Gotta get back to Yotei.” – Andy (64:44)
• Dispatch Cast Praise
  Super chats highlight the exceptional casting (Alana Pierce, Jacksepticeye, MoistCr1TiKaL, Jeffrey Wright).
• Tips for Game Review Careers
  Andy and Greg offer advice for aspiring game reviewers to “just start telling a unique story,” suggest podcast Critical Error for deeper coverage (67:33).
• Super Chats
  Various shoutouts, jokes, and birthday wishes from the audience.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• “Everything is weird until it happens.” (Andy, 19:07)
• “You need lightning in a bottle—release campaign and multiplayer at the same time.” (Andy, 54:26)
• “What is that noise? Must be the wind.” (Andy, channeling stealth journalism)
• “Man, I just look at this as just such a missed opportunity and just a little sad. I miss it.” (Roger, on Halo Infinite, 50:24)
• “Shout out to Ad Hoc. What an awesome achievement that is so far.” (Andy, 46:49)
• “Shout out Minecraft, though. Goat.” (Roger, 63:42)

Notable Segment Timestamps

• [11:29] PlayStation State of Play Japan news/predictions
• [22:49] Elder Scrolls 6/Todd Howard update
• [41:20] Dispatch Season 2 hopes & episodic success
• [47:55] Halo Infinite update & multiplayer speculation
• [56:47] FromSoftware DLC & pipeline
• [61:11] WE News lightning round (RDR2 sales, Blueprints kidney plea, PS Store downloads, reviewer tips)

Episode Tone & Style

• Camaraderie and Banter: Conversational, humorous, with the hosts riffing and playing off each other's gaming preferences, travel complaints, and NYC pizza takes.
• Community-Driven: Constant super-chat interactivity, live reactions to audience theories, and inclusion of community predictions.
• Nerdy Depth: The hosts break down nuanced industry trends (episodic gaming, dev timelines, cross-console strategies) while keeping things accessible.
• Genuine Enthusiasm: Infectious excitement for impending reveals, beloved franchises, and celebration of great writing and community success.

For more gaming news, in-depth discussion, and the full Kinda Funny crew experience, check out the full episode!