Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast — Episode Summary

Episode Title: Switch 2 PRICE INCREASE Because of RAM?!
Date: January 12, 2026
Hosts: Greg Miller, Blessing Adeoye Jr., (with appearances by Barrett Courtney and others)
Main Theme:
This episode centers around speculation and breaking news about a potential Nintendo Switch 2 price increase due to soaring RAM prices and tariffs, plus wider implications for the gaming hardware market. Other top stories include Call of Duty’s possible Switch 2 arrival, Epic CEO Tim Sweeney’s controversial AI statements, and general video game news and debates around pricing, value, and nostalgia.

Episode Overview

The hosts kick off with humor and a bit of banter before diving into a jam-packed Roper Report. They focus on Nintendo’s Switch 2 pricing issues, Call of Duty’s imminent release on Nintendo, and wider industry trends affected by component shortages—especially RAM, whose price is being driven by AI demand. Also featured: Epic CEO Tim Sweeney’s contentious take on X (Twitter), speculation around Persona 6’s announcement, a Division remaster, and the unveiling of LEGO Pokémon sets.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nintendo Switch 2 & RAM Price Hike

[09:11–20:18]

• Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa comments on possible Switch 2 price increases amid skyrocketing RAM prices and tariffs.
• RAM is becoming more expensive due to AI data centers, causing ripple effects across tech hardware (GPUs, consoles, etc.).
• Nintendo is monitoring procurement and intends to pass on tariff costs “as much as possible” to prices, not only in the US.
• Hosts speculate about whether Switch 2 price hikes are imminent and discuss how hardware market strategies may shift, including possible delays or pivots to streaming/cloud gaming.
• Quote — Greg Miller:
  “...if you want a Switch 2 at the price you can get a Switch 2 today, buy a Switch 2 right now. ... They’re only going to go up in price. The Switch 2 is probably going to go up in price sooner than later, I imagine.” [13:12]
• Quote — Blessing Adeoye Jr.:
  “This is going to be the story of the year regarding how video game hardware manufacturers react to all this.” [15:01]

Broader Hardware Implications

• If RAM/gpu prices keep surging, could next-gen consoles get delayed? Would manufacturers extend the current gen’s life?
• Might streaming services like GeForce Now become more attractive if consumers can’t afford $1,000+ GPUs?
• Even Valve’s “Steam Machine” pricing and availability may be affected.

2. Debate: Game Quality versus Game Price

[06:43–08:26]

• Fans raise the issue of game value vs price: Is a great game “worth” $70 or is price irrelevant for GOTY debate?
• Blessing and Greg both argue that while price is important for consumers, “art” should be judged independently from cost in GOTY discussions.
• Quote — Blessing:
  “...in a game of the year ranking, I feel like if Expedition 33 cost $100 ... I’m still like, well, fuck price. Like we’re talking about the art. ... But maybe that’s just me.” [07:09]

3. Call of Duty on Switch 2 is Likely Imminent

[23:34–26:47]

• Datamines show Nintendo as a platform family in recent Call of Duty code updates.
• Call of Duty on Switch 2 (potentially the original Switch) appears imminent; perhaps Warzone first.
• Might be announced at an upcoming Xbox Developer Direct or similar event.
• Blessing:
  “This lines up with ... Jess Corden said ... this would be the year that we’d see Call of Duty come to Switch.” [23:46]

4. Epic CEO Tim Sweeney’s Controversy Over X/Twitter and AI Abuse

[35:34–42:20]

• Sweeney criticizes lawmakers’ attempts to ban X/Twitter or Grok AI after it’s discovered the AI can generate non-consensual, even illegal images (including minors).
• Sweeney frames it as “gatekeepers censoring political opponents” and a free speech issue; Patrick Klepek and the hosts strongly disagree.
• Blessing:
  “We can’t keep allowing this to happen in the name of ... free speech ... We should protect children. ... Tim Sweeney should not be defending this.” [38:25]
• Major crackdown and banning suggestions underway; hosts urge listeners to leave X completely.

5. Persona 6 Teased by Sega/Atlus

[42:41–47:07]

• Official Persona 30th Anniversary celebration site refers to “ushering in the next chapter for the series”, which fans see as a Persona 6 teaser.
• The crew speculates on possible announcement timing and release windows.

6. Division 1 Remaster (Definitive Edition) Rumored

[47:05–50:23]

• Japan ad leaks point to a Division 1 Definitive Edition; hosts unexcited, saying they want new games (Division 3 rather than remakes).

7. LEGO Pokémon Sets Unveiled

[50:23–53:56]

• Pokémon Company and LEGO reveal first official sets for 2026; $650 mega-sets cause sticker shock.
• Debate whether LEGO’s distinctive style suits existing characters.

8. Quick News “WE news channel”

[55:04–57:13]

• Masters of Albion (Peter Molyneux “God game”) launches April 22, 2026.
• PAL World card game coming July 30, 2026, fueling more Pokémon-inspired controversy.
• Anthem has finally shut down for good.

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• Greg (on AI and next-gen strategy):
  “If this is as bad as it could be ... is this a turning point where we all go, you know what? Games are good as they are, we don’t need to be pushing hyper-realistic ... does that push more people to streaming?” [17:18]
• Blessing (on the internet’s decline):
  “We’ve allowed so much shit ... that abnormal shit doesn’t feel as abnormal ... This should be enough for us to fucking revolt against this, man.” [41:02]
• Barrett (on Persona’s slow dev cycle):
  “...it really hit me when they're like, 'coming up on the 30th anniversary of Persona.' ... What are we doing, guys? ... It's been that goddamn long.” [44:08]
• Greg (trolling about game show viewership):
  “Monica, people disappear every day... If he doesn't watch this with you today, say goodbye to him. Start looking for a new boyfriend.” [64:14]

Timestamps for Major Segments

• 01:00–01:22: Ads and intro jokes (skipped for summary)
• 02:20–07:30: GOTY predictions & Game pricing debate
• 09:11–20:18: Switch 2 price, RAM crisis, and hardware ripple effects
• 23:34–26:47: Call of Duty on Nintendo Switch 2 rumor
• 35:34–42:20: Epic CEO controversy: X/Twitter, Grok AI, and child safety
• 42:41–47:07: Persona 6 teaser discussion
• 47:05–50:23: Division Definitive Edition news & debate
• 50:23–53:56: LEGO Pokémon sets unveiled
• 55:04–57:13: Quick news: Masters of Albion, PAL World card game, Anthem
• Throughout: Superchats, banter, “you’re wrong” corrections

Tone & Interaction

• Laid-back, sharply comedic, and irreverently critical.
• Heavy on insider jokes, community shoutouts, and a tangible sense of exasperation with industry and political news—especially on topics such as AI, hardware prices, and social media decline.
• Segments regularly interrupted by audience superchats and playful in-group ribbing.

For New Listeners / Takeaways

• This episode is a strong snapshot of late-Gen 9 gaming anxieties: supply chain disruption, AI winding its tendrils into everything, fatigue with reboots/remasters, and concern over the shifting economics of gaming.
• The hosts are candid about how wider tech and political trends (AI, platform moderation, and tariffs) now impact gaming directly.
• GOTY speculation, fantasy league antics, and community engagement highlight a continual connection with their audience.

Recommended Segments:

• [09:11–20:18]: Switch 2 & RAM pricing crisis
• [35:34–42:20]: Epic CEO/Social Media AI disaster
• [42:41–47:07]: Persona 6 teaser and franchise nostalgia

Closing Note:
As the crew preps to move into their Game of the Year marathon, Greg and Blessing’s discussions crystallize a gaming moment where hardware economics, AI panic, and nostalgia all collide. If you’re looking for the “pulse” of gaming’s daily news—with side helpings of candor, skepticism, and in-jokes—this is it.