Episode 115 – Games As a Service (Thanksgiving Special 2017)

In an extra-large Thanksgiving Special, Jim, Doc, Chris, and Nick talk about the Star Wars: Battlefront II controversy and related industry trends including loot boxes, pay-to-win, and microtransactions. Plus, what would a feast of side segments be without uncomfortable table conversation? Topics include Sonic Forces, South Park: The Fractured But Whole, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR, and so much more!

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