Join Martin, Duncan and Tom, 3 gaming dads, every Wednesday to discuss all things gaming, from modern to retro. News, reviews, interviews and opinions! Do you like Xbox, PlayStation, Sinclair Spectrum, VR, SNES and every other gaming device? Then this podcast is for you! Interviews with people from all around the gaming world!Get in touch on our socials! Like and Subscribe. Find all our links at www.FocusOnGaming.co.ukSupport us on Patreon!
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4/27/26 • 04:49
Game Pass has dropped in price, but at the cost of losing Call of Duty day-one releases. Tempted to return? If not, we’re checking out alternatives like Luna and Switch Online.Tom was hyped for Splatoon Raiders—until we read the description… is it even still Splatoon?Duncan’s been diving into Game Pass titles but has a “wait and see” caution on one highly praised game. Meanwhile, Tom’s dusted off the PSP Go for, wait… Megadrive games?Catch all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and review!#podcast #gaming #retro #playstation #xbox #games #fortnite #nintendo #gamepass #psp #likeadragon #hades #replacedSupport us on Patreon!
4/22/26 • 52:02
In this episode, we cover Rockstar getting hacked—with nothing GTA-related stolen—plus Fable’s concern over clashing with the GTA 6 release, and the launch of the Evercade Nexus, conveniently around the same time. Seriously, is there any gaming news not tied to GTA 6?We also dive into Roblox’s new parental control and safety features, debating whether developers, parents, platform owners, or others should take responsibility for issues like predators and unwanted purchases.Tom pitches a hilarious game idea—if you’ve seen the intro to *Look Who’s Talking*, you’ll know the kind of racing game we mean—and we probably talk about it way more than we should. We wrap things up chatting about games we’ve played lately, including Viewfinder, Championship Manager, CDi’s International Tennis Open, and a dash of Fortnite for good measure. #podcast #retrogaming #fortnite #xbox #playstation #games #roblox #nintendo #evercade #viewfindergame #championshipmanager #rockstar #gta #gta6Support us on Patreon!
4/15/26 • 57:26
As two of our hosts were unavailable, we welcome back the Knowledgeable Noah! Player of Minecraft, Fortnite, and driving his Daddy up the wall.He takes us through the new Minecraft update and Fortnite Battle Pass season. We chat about online safety, and the PS5 price increases.Super Meat Boy 3D gets a review, as Noah has been playing the graphically violent game.Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, and review wherever you get the podcast!#podcast #gaming #fortnite #minecraft #xbox #ps5 #playstation #nintendo #supermeatboy #onlinesafety #retro #kidssaythedarndestthingsSupport us on Patreon!
4/1/26 • 30:31
Twenty-five years ago, Nintendo launched a new generation of colour handhelds, more powerful than the Game Boy, yet still compatible with the original. Classics like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2 and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past helped sell millions of units in the early 2000s.Duncan has been gleefully taking down Milla Jovovich in Hitman, while Martin has been enjoying the charms of Lady Dimitrescu in games we've been playing.We wrap up this episode with a round of “Name the Platform of the Worst Games on Metacritic.” Catch all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review!#gaming #podcast #xbox #playstation #gameboyadvance #nintendo #metacritic #quiz #zelda #tonyhawk #hitmanSupport us on Patreon!
3/25/26 • 54:21
Xbox Mode is coming to Windows 11 PCs, but it’s basically just the Full Screen Experience from the handhelds—oh well.We talk about DLSS 5 and its reception, which hasn’t been great. Lip filler, anyone?Meta has a huge lineup of wearable devices, and Tom tries to convince us why we should be excited.Duncan reviews Planet of Lana II, Gabby's Dollhouse, TCG Shop Simulator and why he's stopped playing High on Life 2, for now!Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, and review!#xbox #gamepass #playstation #gaming #podcast #retrogaming #metaquest #planetoflanaii #gabbysdollhouse #nintendoSupport us on Patreon!
3/18/26 • 71:44
Reveal is probably pushing it, but Xbox has revealed some details of their next major hardware, Project Helix. If you want a lot of details, you're out of luck!Martin chats about completing a PS1 classic, and Duncan has another one of his rants, this time F1 2025 feels his wrath, but a (new to game pass) indie game gets his love!Martin gets tested on his top GameCube game knowledge in the Metacritic game!Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe and review us!#gaming #podcast #xbox #projecthelix #playstation #f1 #nintendo #abesoddysee #planetoflana #nextgenSupport us on Patreon!
3/11/26 • 74:07
In this episode, David Oghia joins us to showcase the Vectrex Mini—a compact version of the 1982 console that used vectors instead of pixels for its distinctive gameplay. The Mini updates the classic with a modern screen, USB ports, and even Wi-Fi, all while keeping that unmistakable 80's vibe. We also chat about other retro tech favorites and get a peek at David’s impressive collection. Find out more at Vectrex.comDavid shares insights about the Game Preservation Society, an organization dedicated to keeping gaming history alive. Be sure to check them out and consider supporting their mission! https://www.gamepres.org/en/#podcast #gaming #VectrexMini #RetroGaming #VintageConsole #GameOn #80sGaming #CollectibleToys #JoystickFun #ArcadeNostalgia #PixelArt #GamingCollectibles #HomeArcade #ClassicConsoles #TechToys #NerdCulture #GamerLife #8BitGaming #RetroGamer #FamilyGaming #gamecollectingSupport us on Patreon!
3/1/26 • 57:55
On this episode, we review 2 books, Final Fantasy Villains, by Michael Greenhut, and the History of SEGA, by Joe Douglas. Both available from Pen and Sword Books direct, or Amazon.https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Final-Fantasy-Villains-Hardback/p/52664https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/The-History-of-SEGA-Hardback/p/53254 We then play the 'which game has to go if you're off to a desert island?', and Tom and Duncan don't hold back on some classics. If you love Mario Kart, sorry. As you will hear, Tom sounds weird due to Duncan not confirming recording settings before starting, sorry!Find all our episodes and links at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, and review!Support us on Patreon!
2/12/26 • 71:48
Xbox sales drop, more PlayStation handheld rumours, steam pc pricing and much more! Just Tom this episode, enjoy! We'll be back to regular episodes asap! Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe and review wherever you get your podcasts!Support us on Patreon!
2/6/26 • 18:21
Martin’s back with another Metacritic quiz for Tom and Duncan, this time playing a higher-or-lower game with the highest Metacritic scores ever. Can you guess all 20?Duncan picked up Arc Raiders but still doesn’t quite get the hype—can someone explain what makes it so great?He’s also tried My Little Pony on Game Pass—care to guess which one won him over?Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, review, send us a message! It really helps!#gaming #arcraiders #metacritic #quiz #podcast #xbox #playstation #nintendo #gamepass #mylittlepony #mortalkombat #steamos #donkeykongSupport us on Patreon!
1/21/26 • 50:57
Happy New Year!As we kick off 2026, it’s exciting to think about what the next 12 months have in store for gaming.The big one on everyone’s radar is GTA 6, and if it really does launch this year, developers everywhere will be trying to steer clear of that release window.We’ve also got Valve diving into more hardware, IO Interactive bringing us the ever-suave James Bond, and hopefully the long-awaited return of Fable—just a few of the highlights to look forward to in 2026!Check out all our episodes and links at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review—it really means a lot!#happynewyear #gaming #fable #gta #gta6 #valve #steam #podcast #playstation #xbox #nintendoSupport us on Patreon!
1/11/26 • 53:23
2025 brought us plenty of gaming highlights, from the Switch 2 and ROG Xbox Ally to Clair Obscur, Mario Kart, Silksong, Split Fiction, and so many more gems. Which one was your favorite? Did our review match your thoughts? Share your top gaming moment of 2025 in the comments!Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Focus on Gaming Podcast! We can’t wait to bring you more gaming discussions, debates, reviews, and news in 2026.Catch all our episodes and links at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk — and don’t forget to like, subscribe, review, and comment. It really makes a difference!#2025 #gaming #podcast #xbox #playstation #nintendo #clairobscurexpedition33 #splitfiction #silksong #limbo #videogame #inside #gamepassSupport us on Patreon!
12/24/25 • 56:42
The Game Awards happened, and Clair Obscur : Expedition 33 swept the opposition away, including the GOTY. Do you agree with the results? Let us know in the comments! What do you think will be 2026 GOTY? What was your favourite announcement?Duncan (by himself this episode!), has played the Bratz game on Game Pass, mainly so you don't have to, as it is terrible. On a better note, Ultimate Sheep Raccoon redeemed Game Pass, with its party-chaos-on-a-bike gameplay.Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, and review!#xbox #playstation #gaming #podcast #bratz #gameawards #pcgaming #ultimatechickenhorse #videogame #clairobscurexpedition33 #battlefield #arcraiders #gamepassSupport us on Patreon!
12/17/25 • 20:38
Tom and Duncan go head-to-head, ranking their personal top five consoles and computers from 5 to 1, then trying to agree on a combined list. Will they find common ground or clash over every choice?Duncan’s been diving into Marvel Cosmic Invasion and dabbling in Lost Records: Bloom and Rage, while Tom’s been exploring Clawed, a PC survival game with strong Jurassic Park vibes in its demo.Catch all episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share!#top5 #podcast #gaming #playstation #xbox #gamepass #snes #nintendo #ps1 #gameboy #sinclairzxspectrum #amstrad #ps4 #videogameSupport us on Patreon!
12/10/25 • 64:37
Xbox has hit the 20-year mark and has certainly shifted its role in the gaming world over the past few years, whether intentionally or not. Now, with Valve making another push into the living room instead of the desk, the question is whether Xbox is evolving or fading away.We discuss Steam hardware, and where each major hardware player sits in the console hierarchy, and if the coming years will bring a 2, 3, or 4-player race. All this unfolds as Xbox marks 20 years since the Xbox 360, arguably its greatest achievement.Meanwhile, Duncan’s been spending time with Fortnite, thanks to Fortnite Crew joining Game Pass Ultimate—though in typical fashion, he’s been “playing” without really playing. Tom’s thrown down a challenge, and it remains to be seen if Duncan will rise to it.Tom has been playing a Nintendo classic, tune in to find out which.Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like and subscribe to help us continue!#fortnite #podcast #xbox #playstation #gaming #steam #valve #steammachine #xbox360 #gamepass #pilotwings #handheld #vrSupport us on Patreon!
11/27/25 • 74:16
Valve has unveiled three new pieces of hardware that could mark the beginning of their takeover of gamers’ living rooms worldwide.With the specs of the tiny PC, the Steam Machine, both PlayStation and Xbox must be hoping Valve can’t keep the price down. Hear our thoughts on this potentially massive shift in the gaming landscape.The Steam Frame standalone VR headset and the updated Steam Controller (now with real sticks and buttons!) were also revealed, bringing fresh tech and new ways to play your favorite games.We also chat about what we’ve been playing—Martin’s been enjoying the Legion Go S for some handheld PC gaming, diving into Tunic and Rayman Legends. Meanwhile, Duncan’s been on Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and The Outer Worlds 2—he’s in love with one of them, but can you guess which?Catch all our episodes and links at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review!#valve #playstation #xbox #steam #steammachine #steamframe #steamcontroller #gaming #podcast #callofduty #outerworlds #handheldSupport us on Patreon!
11/19/25 • 63:42
This week’s episode features Sean Cleaver from Blaze Entertainment, creators of Evercade, the world’s only physical retro gaming platform. Evercade includes handhelds, consoles, and tabletop arcade machines, along with a growing collection of over 650 games on physical cartridge collections!We discuss Sean’s passion for gaming, the challenges of licensing retro games, the future of retro hardware, and why retro gaming continues to be so popular today.Also, don't forget you shouldn't blow on the cartridge.....but they won't stop you.Find Evercade info, hardware and cartridges for purchase at www.Evercade.co.uk or go to www.blazeretro.com for more!As always, go to www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk for all our episodes, leave a like, and subscribe!#retrogaming #evercade #physicalmedia #handheld #arcade #taito #capcomgames #atari #genesis #snes #nes #ps1 #gaming #podcast #sinclairzxspectrumSupport us on Patreon!
11/7/25 • 74:21
The legendary futuristic racer that gave us amazing high speed graphics, banging tunes, and fantastic gameplay turned 30 recently. We discuss why this game became the hit that it was, different versions, and the music that you could pop the disc into a cd player and listen to! Nostalgic heaven!Martin has bought a handheld....has he gone for a pc, switch, or something else? Listen to find out!We also talk about PowerWash Simulator 2, meeting celebrities, and how much Martin likes Spice Girls.Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, and leave a review.#gaming #podcast #handheld #wipeout #rogxboxally #steamdeck #michaeljackson #gamepass #xbox #playstation #legiongo #rogally #switchSupport us on Patreon!
10/29/25 • 77:38
Duncan reviews his new ROG Xbox Ally X, and the hardware is fine, if a little chunky. Though he cannot understand why people are moaning about the price, when it's Windows that everybody should be moaning about, find out about his issues with the infant software that is Windows/Xbox Full Screen Experience.To compare to the Steam Deck, Duncan gives some advice on installing Decky Loader and other reasons the SteamOS UI is miles ahead.Tom has been playing Silent Hill 2 on PS+ and gives his review on this horror classic remake. While Duncan has been slogging away on The Settlers still in amongst his handheld trials.Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe, review!#rogxboxally #rogxboxally #handheld #windows #steamos #steamdeck #silenthill #thesettlers #podcast #gaming #gamepass #psplus #powerwashsimulatorSupport us on Patreon!
10/23/25 • 50:53
Martin challenges Duncan and Tom to think of the top 10 video games of the 90s according to Metacritic, on PC, DC, N64, and PS1....with 5 lives only, will they guess them? You'd be surprised what ISN'T in there!Does anyone know games on Xbox that do not require a Y button? Martin needs to know, as apparently UFC 5 is NOT one of those games, unless you're role-playing a punching-with-their-left-hand-only character.Tom reviews Silent Hill f, and has mixed feelings, but ultimately, would he recommend it?www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk for all our episodes, and like and subscribe!#gaming #quiz #top10 #retrogaming #90sSupport us on Patreon!
10/16/25 • 69:39
Yep, Microsoft has been tone deaf, and given their customers more value, and they actually have, with Fortnite, Ubisoft, streaming and more added, but at a massive hike in price......we discuss that the issue is not the value of the subscription, but the amount that people want to pay in this subscription-heavy modern times. There are other tiers to subscribe to, and we compare PS Plus' value now that it is the MUCH cheaper option.EA Has been bought out by, well, let's say 'mildly disliked' parties. Will this lead to IPs being sold, or being censored? Is Dragon Age dead, or will another developer buy the name to carry on, what is now probably a cheaper IP than it was 5yrs ago.Duncan has been playing Settlers New Alliance, and Wobbly Life.Apologies for the late upload of this episode - Duncan forgot, as he was busy going off for a weekend holiday......well, that's his excuse.....www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk for all our episodes, and please like, subscribe, and leave a review! #podcast #gaming #xbox #microsoft #electronicarts #saudi #dragonage #wobblylife #settlersnewalliance #gamepassSupport us on Patreon!
10/13/25 • 32:53
The prices and pre-orders have now arrived for the new Asus/Xbox handheld, and the leaks were pretty much on the button - but should you buy one of the 2 available models? Duncan has ordered one of them, and advises why you shouldn't buy one of them.Wanted to play the Virtual Boy on your Switch (2)? well now you can get the original-ish experience with a new add on for the Switch and Switch 2 coming in early 2026.We also talk about Nintendo's patent war on gameplay mechanics that's basically for a certain Pokémon-style game with guns....Then we discuss extras that came with games, aka 'Feelies'. Did you ever get a poster, keyring, character model, or any other 'freebie' with a game, or paid a massive amount extra for something?We also discuss choose your own adventure books, and the games that evolved from it?Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe and leave a review!#gaming #xbox #playstation #nintendo #chooseyourownadventure #feelies #virtualboy #switch #rogally #rogxboxally #steamdeckSupport us on Patreon!
10/1/25 • 44:11
Which Mario game takes centre stage in the next movie? And why does Martin believe a bundle of 15 and 18-year-old games is worth £100? Tune in to find out! Duncan is still diving into Dragon Age but has stumbled across Deep Rock Galactic Survivor on Game Pass. Plus, Wobbly Life has joined the subscription service, offering a kid-friendly GTA experience! Other news and discussions round out another fantastic episode. Check out all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk, and don't forget to like and subscribe!#gaming #mario #xbox #gamepass #chat #retro #dragonage #vampiresurvivorsSupport us on Patreon!
9/24/25 • 62:27
Bitesize - Meta Connect 2025 - Ray-Ban Smart Glasses with Display, and neural band controller.Tom talks about the new glasses revealed by Mark Zuckerberg, and if they're enough to crack into everyday usage.Support us on Patreon!
9/19/25 • 07:44
This week's episode features Grant Sinclair, the developer/inventor of the Gamercard and nephew of Sir Clive Sinclair.We dive into the Gamercard, share stories about his family and the development of the Spectrum, discuss the IRIS eTrike®, and more.The Gamercard is a high-quality retro handheld with fantastic built-in games, a slim design, excellent features, and great adaptability.Learn more at www.GrantSinclair.com, and don’t forget to check out all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk. Like and subscribe!Support us on Patreon!
9/17/25 • 67:53
Well you won't find out from us, as Martin forgot it was coming out 🤦Duncan tried it, but doesn't have the patience to 'git gud'.We chat about games we've been playing, what is next for Playdead seeing as Inside is 9 years old now! Duncan has a suggestion for Martin as he's finished Inside and LimboGears of War Reloaded, it's another version of a remaster of a game, who is it for? Is it just for the PlayStation users? Or is 10-ish years an appropriate time to keep remaking/remastering a game (Skyrim seems to have no issues!)?Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe 'n' all that.#playstation #xbox #podcast #gaming #gearsofwar #silksong #gamepass #remake #remastered #dragonage #playdead #inside #limboSupport us on Patreon!
9/10/25 • 61:33
Bitesize - Quick message to Billy (The Game Chasers) who is battling a brain tumour, from the Focus on Gaming Team .Support us on Patreon!
8/31/25 • 00:50
Bitesize - Hollow Knight release date! No, really! www.FocusOnGaming.co.ukSupport us on Patreon!
8/28/25 • 01:21
Yeah, how's that for a clickbait-y headline? Well, there was! And we're not talking about the half-the-info-we-wanted Xbox ROG Ally show. Listen in to hear what Tom spotted at Gamescom.Duncan has been using Game Pass to its full this week, including Herdling, a great relaxing herding game, The Rogue Prince of Persia, some f2p bonuses in the likes of War Thunder and Enlisted, and others.Some more Gamescom games to watch out for, and more, enjoy episode 107!Find all our episodes at www.FocusOnGaming.co.uk and like, subscribe and review!Support us on Patreon!
8/27/25 • 54:33
