On this week's episode of The Gaming Outsider, Scott and Zach welcome Fry Dunman from the YouTube channel "Distortion Fx" to talk about micro-transactions in video games. In news, we discuss the release date for "Prey", announcements and rumors for upcoming games from the developer of "Deus Ex: Mankind Divided", as well as the possibility of "Skate 4" being a thing.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 12:38) Welcome/Introduction
(12:39 – 27:08) News/Trailers (New game from 'Playdead teased", Microsoft Scorpio specs leaked, Games with Gold freebies for February)
(27:09 – 32:43) What has FRY been playing? ("Fallout 4" DLC - "Far Harbor", "Phantasy Star Online 1 & 2")
(32:44 – 54:06) "Resident Evil 7" (Josh and Scott)
(54:07 – 1:00:10) What has ZACH been playing? ("Solitarica" [iOS], "Rise of the Tomb Raider" DLC)
(1:00:11 – 1:03:07) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Akihabara: Feel the Rhythm" (iOS)
(1:03:08 – 1:32:43) Community Topic: "Micro-Transactions in Video Games"
(1:32:44 – 1:34:31) Closing
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On this week's episode of The Gaming Outsider, Scott and Robby have some first impressions of "Resident Evil 7", which is a very hotly anticipated game that released this week. The whole gang discussed what other series that we believe should go back to its roots with
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 16:39) Welcome/Introduction
(16:40 – 29:29) News/Trailers (New game from 'Playdead teased", Microsoft Scorpio specs leaked, Games with Gold freebies for February)
(29:30 – 53:30) "Resident Evil 7" and "Nioh" [demo]
(53:31 – 1:00:15) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Toby the Secret Mine")
(1:00:16 – 1:09:17) What has ZACH been playing? ("Watch Dogs 2", "Halo Wars 2 Blitz" [beta])
(1:09:18 – 1:12:11) What has JOSH been playing? ("Yoshi's Wooly World 3DS")
(1:12:12 – 1:17:54) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Path of Exile")
(1:17:55 – 1:45:08) Community Topic: "What game series need a comeback?".
(1:45:09 – 1:45:55) Closing
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The Gaming Outsider welcomes Matt Bressoud from the GO Community to talk about the Nintendo Switch press conference in Tokyo. In news, we discuss Resident Evil 7's season pass, the cancelled Darth Maul game, and Nintendo's statements about the shortage of NES Classics. Be sure to stick around for our "Final Fantasy XV" spoilercast, which was previous only available to patrons.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 14:53) Welcome/Introduction
(14:54 – 38:01) News/Trailers
(38:02 – 43:26) What has our guest (MATT) been playing? ("Titanfall 2", "Nier Automata", and "Mortal Kombat X")
(43:27 – 49:07) What has JOSH been playing? ("Dishonored 2", "Hyrule Warriors Legends")
(49:08 – 58:24) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Final Fantasy VI", "Let It Die")
(58:25 – 1:14:42) What has SCOTT been playing? ("FIFA 17", "Super Toss the Turtle", and "Assassin's Creed: Brotherhood [remastered])
(1:14:43 – 2:15:56) Community Topic: "Nintendo Switch Press Conference".
(2:15:57 – 2:17:30) Closing
(2:17:31 – 3:36:29) Final Fantasy XV Spoilercast
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The Gaming Outsider welcomes back to the show Kyle Boggs from the GO Community to join in our monthly "Community Question" topic. In news, we discuss the cancellation of "Scalebound" on Xbox One, a possibly price leak for the Nintendo Switch, and other news.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 13:47) Welcome/Introduction
(13:38 – 47:09) News/Trailers
(47:10 – 55:47) What has our guest (KYLE) been playing? ("Doom" [PC], "Civilization VI", "Firewatch")
(55:48 – 58:59) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Overwatch", "This War of Mine")
(59:00 – 1:09:47) What has ZACH been playing? ("Dishonored 2", "The Darkening of Tristam" [Diablo III expansion])
(1:09:48 – 1:12:00) What has JOSH been playing? ("XCOM 2")
(1:12:01 – 1:29:36) What has SCOTT been playing? (NES Classic, "Assassin's Creed II" [remastered])
(1:29:37 – 2:05:47) Community Topic: "Community Questions".
(2:05:48 – 2:08:13) Closing
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The Gaming Outsider welcomes another returning GO member, Grant Henry (of Metroid Metal fame) to join in our debate between which console is superior, Xbox One or PS4. In news we talk about the announcement of Double Dragon IV and the possibility of seeing Eternal Darkness on the Nintendo Switch.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 27:34) Welcome/Introduction
(27:35 – 45:42) News/Trailers
(45:43 – 57:26) What has our guest (GRANT) been playing? ("Stern Pinball Arcade", "Thumper", "140", "The Last Guardian")
(57:27 – 1:06:10) What has JOSH been playing? ("Gravity Rush 2" [demo], "Dead Rising 4")
(1:06:11 – 1:13:47) What has ZACH been playing? ("Dishonored 2")
(1:13:48 – 1:20:40) What has ROBBY been playing? ("The Last Guardian", "Superhot", "Orwell")
(1:20:41 – 1:27:51) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Headlander", "Super Mario Run", "Final Fantasy XV")
(1:27:52 – 2:14:52) Community Topic: "Xbox One vs. PS4".
(2:14:53 – 2:16:31) Closing
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The Gaming Outsider welcomes another GO Community member, Alaina Grimm, to the show to share in our best (and worst) video game-related Christmas gifts we've ever received. In news, we discuss the January Games with Gold freebies, the Nintendo Switch's hardware, and a new Dynasty Warriors game.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 19:23) Welcome/Introduction
(19:24 – 41:22) News/Trailers
(41:23 – 48:35) What has our guest (ALAINA) been playing? ("Overwatch", "Pokemon Sun/Moon")
(48:36 – 1:02:03) "Super Mario Run"
(1:02:04 – 1:09:11) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Batman the Telltale Series", "Pinball FX2 ["Doom", "Fallout 4", "Skyrim"], "Final Fantasy XV")
(1:09:12 – 1:17:08) What has JOSH been playing? ("Mario Maker 3DS", "The Last Guardian")
(1:17:09 – 1:48:44) Community Topic: Best/Worst Video Game-related Christmas gifts.
(1:48:45 – 1:50:24) Closing
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The Gaming Outsider welcomes another GO Community member, Nick Revels, to the podcast to join in the debate between which is the superior handheld console, the Nintendo 3DS or the PlayStation Vita. In news, we discuss Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Run being shown on Jimmy Fallon, Bioshock backwards compatability, and a release date for Yooka-Laylee.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 21:55) Welcome/Introduction
(21:56 – 40:11) News/Trailers
(40:12 – 47:49) What has our guest (NICK) been playing? (Skyrim Remastered, Batman Telltale, King's Quest)
(47:50 – 1:00:27) What has JOSH been playing? (Firewach, The Last Guardian)
(1:00:28 – 1:19:11) Final Fantasy XV
(1:19:12 – 1:31:05) Overwatch
(1:31:06 – 1:34:02) Titanfall 2
(1:34:03 – 2:15:48) From the Outside In Topic: "3DS vs. Vita"
(2:15:49 – 2:17:40) Closing
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The whole crew is here along with special guest,Chris Behrensmeyer, from the GO Community. We're answering community questions for this week's topic, and in news we talk about a Final Fantasy rumor for the upcoming 30th anniversary as well as Capcom talking about revitalizing their older franchises. We also talk about what we saw at both the Game Awards and he Playstation Experience.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 14:21) Welcome/Introduction
(14:22 – 38:49) News/Trailers
(38:50 – 1:14:23) Game Awards/Playstation Experience Discussion
(1:14:24 – 1:20:14) What has CHRIS been playing? ("Dead Rising 4" [Xbox One])
(1:20 15– 1:30:25) "Final Fantasy XV"
(1:30:26 – 1:44:44) Pokemon Sun/Moon & New 3DS
(1:44:44 – 1:52:42) What has ZACH been playing? ("Titanfall 2", "Amateur Surgeon 4" [iOS])
(1:52:43 – 1:56:55) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Sara is Missing" [PC])
(1:56:56 – 2:10:32) What has JOSH been playing? ("Eagle Flight" [PSVR], "Resident Evil 7" demo [PSVR])
(2:10:33 – 2:40:44) From the Outside In Topic: "Community Questions"
(2:40:45 – 2:43:37) Closing
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Scott, Josh, and Robby welcome returning GO Member Colby Dean to the show to discuss the pro's and cons of both the "Battlefield" and "Call of Duty" series. In news, we discuss Ubisoft making VR multiplatform, the inevitable death of "toys to life" gaming, and the "No Man's Sky" update. Be sure to stick around to the end of the podcast to hear a special interview with game developer Randy Ritnour, one of the creators of "Takamo Universe", an upcoming science fiction strategy MMO.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 21:35) Welcome/Introduction
(21:36 – 1:00:10) News/Trailers
(1:00:11 – 1:24:59) Final Fantasy XV Early Impressions
(1:25:00 – 2:01:20) From the Outside In Topic: "Battlefield vs. Call of Duty"
(2:01:21 – ::) Interview with Randy Ritnour
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Scott, Josh, and Robby welcome Sean Wilson from the "Cartridge Club" Podcast to discuss backwards compatability and how much we use it. In news, we talk about a new Super Mario RPG game for the Nintendo Switch as well as a possible new FPS from Blizzard.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 17:11) Welcome/Introduction
(17:12 – 30:09) News/Trailers
(30:10 – 32:19) What has SEAN been playing? ("Pokemon Blue", "Overwatch")
(32:20 – 43:04) What has JOSH been playing? ("Watch Dogs 2", "Pokemon Moon", "Windscape")
(43:05 – 56:30) What has SCOTT been playing? ("FIFA 2017", "Shadow Complex Remastered")
(56:31 – 1:08:54) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Knights of the Old Republic")
(1:08:55 – 1:29:37) From the Outside In Topic: "Backwards Compatability"
(1:29:38 – 1:34:47) Closing
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The whole gang is back to discuss what themes we wish were more prevalent in video games. There's also plenty of Nintendo talk, including a possible Switch price reveals and a couple of titles for the upcoming console. New games discussed are "Dishonored 2" and "Big Buck Hunter"
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 28:12) Welcome/Introduction
(28:13 – 43:13) News/Trailers
(43:14 – 1:01:15) What has JOSH been playing? ("Dishonored 2", "Loading Human" [VR], "XCOM" [Vita])
(1:01:16 – 1:06:54) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Big Buck Hunter" [Xbox One])
(1:06:55 – 1:12:09) What has ROBBY been playing? ("FIFA 2016" [PS4], "Overwatch" [PC])
(1:12:10 – 1:18:26) What has ZACH been playing? ("Letter Quest Remastered", "Pumped BMX Plus")
(1:18:27 – 1:41:08) From the Outside In Topic: "Unexplored Themes in Games"
(1:41:09 – 1:41:52) Closing
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On this week's episode, the GO cast welcomes back Jon Spear for a second visit to share in our discussion about Bethesda's latest decision to no longer provide review copies more than 24 hours before release date. In news, we talk about the new Mass Effect: Andromeda trailer, a new character for Overwatch, and the upcoming Black Friday deal on the new Nintendo 3DS.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 6:34) Welcome/Introduction
(6:35 – 15:56) News/Trailers
(15:57 – 28:19) "Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare" Review
(28:20 – 30:51) What has JON been playing? ("Skyrim Remastered", "Battlefield One")
(30:52 – 37:12) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Jackbox Party Pack 3", "Pinout")
(37:13 – 38:17) What has ZACH been playing? ("Letter Quest Remastered", "Pumped BMX Plus")
(38:18 – 43:26) What has JOSH been playing? ("Gears of War 4", "Call of Duty: Jackal Assault VR", "Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time")
(43:27 – 1:07:06) From the Outside In Topic: "Bethessda's decision to not provide early access review copies to reviewers"
(1:07:07– (1:10:03) Closing
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This episode is a bit of a two-parter, as a good portion of our episode didn't record. You'll get the beginning of our regular episode (which included the whole crew and special guest Jonathan Spear from the GO Community), and then a review and spoilercast of "Titanfall 2" (by Scott and special guest Shannon Moore from the GO Community) at the end.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 14:01) Welcome/Introduction
(14:02 – 21:51) Video Game News
(21:52 – 47:24) Spoiler-free Review of "Titanfall 2"
(47:25 – 1:11:32) Spoiler discussion of "Titanfall 2"
(1:11:33 – 1:12:54) Closing
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Scott welcomes Aaron Peterson from the Hollywood Outsider Podcast to talk about the latest release from The Coalition, "Gears of War 4". They start with a spoiler-free discussion about the game and then talk about the campaign's story in detail.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 1:48) Welcome/Introduction
(1:49 – 2:30) General Information about Gears of War 4
(2:31 – 27:12) Spoiler-free Review of Gears of War 4
(27:13 – 48:37) Gears of War 4 Campaign Spoiler Discussion
(48:38 – 50:00) Closing
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On this week's episode, the GO cast shares the meanings/stories behind their gamertags, and Josh shares his experience with Playstation VR. In news, there's finally a reveal for "Red Dead Redemption 2" and more rumors about the NX.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 8:48) Welcome/Introduction
(8:49 – 44:46) News/Trailers
(44:47 – 53:09) What has CHRIS been playing? ("Pokémon Sun & Moon" [3DS], "Rock Band Rivals"
(53:10 – 58:23) "Battlefield 1" (JOSH and ZACH)
(58:24 – 1:09:35) What has SCOTT been playing? (Playstation VR, "Super Mega Baseball: Extra Innings [Xbox One])
(1:09:36 – 1:10:31) What has ZACH been playing? ("Picross 3-D2" [3DS])
(1:10:32 – 1:26:16) From the Outside In Topic: "Early Access Editions of Games"
(1:26:17– 1:29:27) Closing
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Josh welcomes Justin from the "Retro Reminisce" Podcast to talk about the latest hardware from Sony, the Playstation VR. Both have spent a considerable amount of time with the virtual reality headset and share quite a bit of detail about how they are enjoying it.
On this week's episode, the GO cast shares the meanings/stories behind their gamertags, and Josh shares his experience with Playstation VR. In news, there's finally a reveal for "Red Dead Redemption 2" and more rumors about the NX.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 19:52) Welcome/Introduction
(19:53 – 30:51) News/Trailers
(30:52 – 47:46) Playstation VR
(47:47 – 54:38) "Gears of War 4"
(54: – 1:11:10) From the Outside In Topic: "Community Questions"
(1:11:11– 1:14:02) Closing
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The whole gang is back this week to talk about Phil Spencer's comments on the pricing of the Xbox One Scorpio, and we also discuss where we think the future of the console generation is headed. Our community topic centers on video game box art, both good and bad.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 13:45) Welcome/Introduction
(13:46 – 25:35) News/Trailers
(25:36 – 44:38) "Gears of War 4" [Xbox One/PC]
(44:39 – 54:05) What has JOSH been playing? ("Mafia III" [PS4])
(54:06 – 59:29) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Overwatch" [Halloween skins], "Darkest Dungeon" [Vita])
(59:30 – 1:35:56) From the Outside In Topic: "Community Questions"
(1:35:57– 1:40:10) Closing
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Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 11:28) Welcome/Introduction
(11:29 – 25:38) News/Trailers
(25:39 – 31:05) What has KYLE been playing? ("Resident Evil 4" [PS4], "Overwatch" [PS4])
(31:06 – 35:04) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Telltale's Batman" Episode 2 - Children of Arkham [Xbox One]
(35:05 – 43:34) What has JOSH been playing? ("Recore" [PC/Xbox One], retro gaming. "Forza Horizon 3" [Xbox One demo])
(43:35 – 1:09:10) Community Topic - "Bad Games/Ones That Aren't For Us"
(1:09:11– 1:30:44) Interview with voice actress Cissy Jones
(1:30:45– 1:32:39) Closing
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Scott, Josh, Zach and Robby welcome community member Josh Sislo to this week's episode to discuss our favorite uses of licensed music in video games. In news, they discuss Hideo Kojima's comments on the new Metal Gear Solid game as well as some insight into his upcoming game called "Death Stranded". They also talk about "Call of Duty 4; Modern Warfare" getting a standalone version.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 25:17) Welcome/Introduction
(25:18 – 42:55) News/Trailers
(42:56 – 1:02:30) "Recore" [Xbox One]
(1:02:31 – 1:11:35) What has JOSH SISLO been playing? ("EarthLock: Festival of Magic [Xbox One], "Bioshock Collection [PC], and "Uncharted Waters Online" [PC])
(1:11:36 – 1:15:56) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Mega Man Collection" [Vita])
(1:15 57– 1:22:41) What has JOSH FAULKNER been playing? ("Deus Ex: Mankind Divided" [BEATEN]
(1:22:42 – 1:27:04) What has ZACH been playing? ("Picross 3-D 2 [3DS])
(1:27:05 – 1:46:56) From the Outside In Topic: "Best Use of Licensed Music in Video Games"
(1:46:57– 1:48:17) Closing
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Scott, Josh, and Zach share their (and our listeners') top five favorite games of the year up to this point. In news, we talk about the announcement of the PS4 Pro and the announcement of "Mario Go", which will release on the iPhone this December.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 9:57) Welcome/Introduction
(9:58 – 36:32) News/Trailers
(36:33 – 43:42) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Bioshock Collection" [Xbox One))
(43:43 – 49:34) What has ZACH been playing? ("Picross 3-D 2" [3DS])
(49:35 – 55:27) What has JOSH been playing? ("Halo: the Master Chief Collection")
(58:06 – 1:24:29) From the Outside In Topic: "The Best Games of 2016 (So Far)"
(1:24:30– 1:25:32) Closing
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It's the first podcast of the month, which means (as promised), the GO Cast is answering community questions from the Facebook group. Before that, we talk about new games we've been playing including, the "Battlefield One" beta, "Madden 17", "Resident Evil 4/5", and "Deus Ex: Mankind Divided". We also discuss the recent return issue with "No Man's Sky" and whether or not we believe that refunds should be given to software that doesn't deliver what it promises.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 18:40) Welcome/Introduction
(18:41 – 40:57) News/Trailers
(40:58 – 51:03) "Battlefield One" [beta]
(51:04 – 1:02:21) "Madden 17"
(1:02:22 – 1:09:32) "Resident Evil 5 HD" and "Resident Evil 4 HD"
(1:09:3 – 1:10:50) What has ROBBY been playing? ("The Witness")
(1:10 50– 1:12:45) What has JOSH been playing? ("Lumines: Puzzle and Music", and "Deus Ex: Mankind Divided")
(1:12:46– 1:45:16) From the Outside In Topic: "The GO Answers Community Questions"
(1:45:17–1:45:56) Closing
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Scott and Josh welcome TWO special guests this week for a very unique episode. Jonanthan Oakes from "Trivial Warfare", a pub quiz trivia podcast, has put together a video game-themed selection of trivia questions for the hosts to battle it out. The GO welcomes returning member, Chris Owens, to join in the fun.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 4:40) Welcome/Introduction
(4:41 – 53:35) Trivia Game feat. Jonathan Oakes of "Trivial Warfare"
(53:36– 55:37) Closing
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Scott and Robby dive into the latest entry from Telltale Games which is centered around the universe of Batman. They begin by speaking on the game without spoiling the story and share whether or not they think this game is worth checking out. Eventually they also get into spoiler territory and discuss the in's and out's of the story.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 2:09) Welcome/Introduction
(2:10 – 3:02) "Batman: The Telltale Series" General Information
(3:03 – 15:55) Spoiler-Free Discussion
(15:56 – 36:33) Spoiler Discussion
(36:34– 37:20) Closing
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The original 'cast is back this week to talk about morality choices in games and how we handle them when playing. There's also lots of console talk with the potential for a PS4 slim on the horizon and Microsoft's claiming of the end of the console generation.
Discussed on this episode of The Gaming Outsider Podcast:
(0:00 – 11:16) Welcome/Introduction
(11:17 – 29:24) News/Trailers
(29:25 – 44:38) What has ROBBY been playing? ("Furi" [PS4], "SSX" [Xbox 360], "Madden 17" [Xbox One], "Hitman" [Xbox One]
(44:39 – 57:27) What has JOSH been playing? ("Super Metroid" [3DS], "Deus Ex: Mankind Divided [PC]))
(57:28 – 1:07:40) What has ZACH been playing? ("Titanfall 2" alpha [Xbox One), "Headlander" [PS4])
(1:07:41 – 1:13:54) What has SCOTT been playing? ("Solar Shifter Ex" [Xbox One], "Prominence Poker" [Xbox One]])
(1:13 55– 1:32:00) From the Outside In Topic: "Morality Choices
(1:32:01– 1:32:51) Closing
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