Gamertag Radio

Exclusive! Live from the Xbox booth at Gamescom, the team catches up with Jason Ronald (Vice President of Next Generation at Xbox) to break down major news for physical game collectors. Xbox is launching a new feature for Xbox Insiders that allows players to convert physical discs into digital licenses directly tied to their accounts. In this episode, we cover: How it works: How inserting yo...

We got our hands on Crazy Taxi World Tour at Gamescom! In this episode of Gamer Tag Radio, Danny Peña and Riana Manuel Peña share their full hands-on preview, first impressions, and gameplay breakdown after spending nearly an hour with the game. From exploring the Germany map to testing out new traversal mechanics like Crazy Drift, Crazy Boost, and Crazy Stop, we cover everything this updated ...

Danny Peña and Riana Manuel Peña share their hands-on impressions of Stranger Than Heaven from Sega's press event in Los Angeles! From developer balance updates and revamped boss fights to the game's unique combat mechanics, photorealistic visual style, and 50-year narrative arc, we break down what makes this upcoming RGG Studio title stand out. Subscribe to Gamer Tag Radio for gaming previews...

Danny Peña, Parris Lilly, and Riana Manuel-Peña sit down to share their hands-on impressions of the single-player campaign preview for Gears of War: E-Day! The team dives deep into playing Chapter 1 and parts of Act 2, highlighting key gameplay updates, performance on Xbox Series S vs. PC, new class-based mechanics, and the return to the series' dark, gritty roots. In this episode, we cover: ...

Danny Peña and Parris Lilly break down all the major announcements from NVIDIA's GeForce event at Gamescom! From the rollout of DLSS 4.5 Ray Reconstruction to the new RTX Spark laptops and GeForce NOW upgrades, here is everything you need to know about the future of PC gaming graphics. (Sponsored segment by NVIDIA GeForce) In this episode, we cover: DLSS 4.5 & Ray Reconstruction: Upgrades to...

Podcast exclusive! Danny Peña sits down with industry veterans Jerry Hook (former Xbox Live co-creator and Bungie executive) and Scott Brodie (design director and Xbox Live Arcade pioneer) from Team Metal / Probably Monsters to discuss their upcoming Gothic action RPG, Crimson Moon. In this exclusive interview, Jerry and Scott open up about leaving massive AAA studios to craft a focused, high-...

Danny Peña sits down with Gamescom co-founder Felix Falk to break down what makes the world's largest gaming event tick. From record-breaking exhibitor numbers to the massive growth of indie games and the evolution of international reach, get an insider's look at how the event comes together. In this episode, we cover: Record Growth: Gamescom's sold-out exhibition space, over 1,600 exhibitors...

The crew discusses their upcoming trip to Gamescom in Cologne, Germany, and dives into rumors and realistic release timelines for Bethesda's highly anticipated The Elder Scrolls VI. Danny, Paris, and Pete get into a heated discussion about Rockstar Games potentially locking an extended look of Grand Theft Auto VI behind a timed Netflix exclusivity window. Was the Xbox One really as bad as peopl...

In this episode of Gamertag Radio, Danny Peña and Riana Manuel Peña dive deep into their hands-on review of Splatoon Raiders for the Nintendo Switch 2! Danny breaks down why he believes it is easily the best exclusive title on the Switch 2 so far, praising its highly addictive single player adventure, massive customization, and slick drop-in co-op mechanics. Meanwhile, Riana shares her perspect...

Danny Peña and Riana Manuel-Peno share their hands-on impressions of Capcom's upcoming action-adventure game, Onimusha: Way of the Sword! Danny details his experience from a recent preview event in Los Angeles, including a tough boss battle and exclusive footage of the game running on the Nintendo Switch 2. Meanwhile, Riana talks about her experience playing the game at Summer Game Fest as a ne...

On this episode of Gamertag Radio, Danny Peña and Parris Lilly debunk the internet rumors about Xbox leaving Steam, discuss Rockstar's silent marketing approach for Grand Theft Auto 6, and react to Nintendo's recent releases, including hands-on impressions of Splatoon Raiders. Plus, a deep dive into the stacked late-2026 release schedule from Marvel’s Wolverine and Control Resonant to The Blood...

The GTR crew got early hands-on access to the Gears of War: E-Day multiplayer beta! Join Danny Peña and Riana Manuel-Peña as they break down their experience testing out the brand-new 12-player Horde Siege Mode, updated gameplay mechanics, and full-launch details. From coordinating across three 4-player squads to testing out the new character classes (Assault, Breacher, Marksman, and Medic), we...

This week on Gamertag Radio, most horror fans are used to playing Silent Hill in third-person, but Silent Hill: Townfall changes how you play the series. Now a first-person experience, it's more terrifying and atmospheric than ever before. In this episode, Danny Pena shares his hands-on impressions and interviews with Jon McKellan (Writer and Director, Screen Burn) and Motoi Okamoto (Silent Hil...

Danny Peña and Parris Lilly give their spoiler-free reactions live from The Grove in Los Angeles right after seeing Spider-Man: Brand New Day! From Jackie Chan’s stunt team handling the ground-breaking fight choreography to the incredible dynamic between Tom Holland and Jon Bernthal’s Punisher, we break down why this street-level, adult Peter Parker story might just be the best live-action Spi...

This week on Gamertag Radio. Meet Mara Junot, the iconic voice behind Storm in Marvel’s Fighting Souls. From radio DJ to superhero legend, Mara reveals how she's breaking barriers for diversity in gaming. Dive behind the scenes as she shares audition secrets, balancing hero vs. villain roles, and essential advice for aspiring voice actors. Key Takeaways & Highlights Secret Auditions: Voice ac...

The Gamertag Radio crew reviews Halo Campaign Evolved! Danny, Parris, and Riana break down the Unreal Engine 5 visuals, modern mechanics like sprint, and the brand new bonus prequel missions featuring Sergeant Johnson. Plus, they share platform performance details and discuss what this means for the future of Halo. Episode Highlights Visuals & Engine: Built in Unreal Engine 5 (4K, 60+ FPS) fe...

This week on Gamertag Radio, Last week, Sony Pictures invited me to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day press conference with the cast and filmmakers. Truly grateful for the opportunity. Tom Holland Zendaya Jacob Batalon Sadie Sink Jon Bernthal Director Destin Daniel Cretton Producer Kevin Feige Producer Amy Pascal Here are some of the quotes from the press conference: Tom Holland on Peter's isola...

This week on Gamertag Radio, Xbox’s strategy is shifting, and the future of Halo, Fallout, Game Pass, and exclusives is all on the table. In this episode, Danny and Parris break down what’s changing and what’s still unclear. All this and more only on GTR! In this episode: The real reason Microsoft is slow on the exclusives and whether Xbox will play the long game or just fold Sony’s push for ...

This week on Gamertag Radio, Danny Peña reviews Denshattack! Find out why this is one of 2026's best games.

This week on Gamertag Radio, the whole crew is back! Gaming’s getting expensive, chaotic, and all digital. From Sony killing physical discs in 2028 to Microsoft’s disc-to-digital plans, layoffs, and price hikes. Paris Lily, Peter Toledo, and Danny Peña break down how inflation, exclusives, and corporate moves are turning a hobby into a luxury. In this episode: How Sony’s 2028 digital-only shi...

This week on Gamertag Radio, Danny and Riana share their hands-on impressions of Orbitals, an upcoming game for Nintendo Switch 2.

Xbox layoffs and a shifting hardware market are reshaping gaming fast. In this episode on Gamertag Radio, Danny Peña and Riana break down what’s happening behind the scenes, why the industry feels more uncertain than ever, and what it means for the future. Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio (http://speakpipe.com/gamertagradio) or 786-273-7GTR. Join our ...

Nintendo invited Danny Peña to NYC for a private Splatoon Raiders hands-on event. On this week’s Gamertag Radio, he breaks down single-player, multiplayer, weapon upgrades, and everything you need to know. Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio (http://speakpipe.com/gamertagradio) or 786-273-7GTR. Join our Discord - https://discord.gg/gtr chat with other GT...

This week on Gamertag Radio, Joe Dietsch of Wolf Haus Games shares the wild story behind JOIN US. A darkly funny cult-building game where you recruit followers, survive chaos, and race the end of the world. From a solo indie idea to the Xbox Game Showcase, this episode dives into the satire, strategy, and behind one of the weirdest co-op games in the works. Send us questions - fanmail@gamertag...

This week on Gamertag Radio: an interview with Team Clout & Mundfish Powerhouse about their new horror game, ILL. Discover how four friends turned a simple idea into a game inspired by classics like Resident Evil, Silent Hill, and more. Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio (http://speakpipe.com/gamertagradio) or 786-273-7GTR. Join our Discord - https://di...

In this special episode of Gamertag Radio, Danny and Riana discuss the ongoing gaming industry crisis, Xbox layoffs, studio closures, skyrocketing AAA development costs, and why even award-winning games struggle to make money. They explore the harsh realities of Game Pass economics, consumer behavior, and how the entertainment industry (including Hollywood) is shifting. A passionate conversatio...

In this interview, we sit down with Danira Karović Lačević, Lead Producer at Mad Head Games (a Saber Interactive studio), to talk about Clive Barker’s Hellraiser: Revival. We discuss the game’s development, story, horror design, and what fans can expect from this new Hellraiser title.

The GTR crew is back to discuss the gaming industry’s latest changes with Xbox, plus topics like exclusives, rising costs in gaming, Nintendo Direct announcement about The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and other topics. Danny, Parris, and Pete also answer listener questions and more, only on Gamertag Radio! Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio (http://...

Out of Words Interview

Blood Dungeon Interview with Messhof

SONIC PICO PARK Hands-On Impressions

Hot Wheels Infinite Rush Hands-On Impressions

The Lost Wild Impressions

Day of the Devs Games Impressions: Lazy River, Shot One Fighters, Screen Bound and D-Topia.

Out of Words Hands-On Impressions

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time Remake Reaction with special guest Brittney Brombacher.

Silent Hill Townfall Impressions with special guest Brittney Brombacher.

Resident Evil Veronica Presentation Impressions with special guest Brittney Brombacher.

Alien Isolation 2 Hands-On Impressions with special guest Brittney Brombacher.

Stranger Than Heaven Hands-On Impressions with special guest Brittney Brombacher.

This is the full presentation of CLUTCH Racing Game from behind closed doors at Summer Game Fest 2026. Featuring Mike Brown, Founder & Creative at Maverick Games.

Tomb Raider Legacy of Atlantis Hands-On Impressions

Control Resonant Hands-On Impressions

Danny and Riana's hands-off impressions of Crazy Taxi World Tour.

Slap Out Of It Hands-On Impressions

Interview with Creative Assembly about Alien: Isolation 2.

Danny Pena sat down with Mikael Kasurinen, Creative Director at Remedy Entertainment, to talk Control Resonant, the game’s story, working on TV and movies, and much more.

Chimera CUSTOM XG dev interview: a fast paced rogue-like with that classic arcade feel.

Podcast interview with Sonic Creative Officer, Takashi Iizuka and Shimazu Shintaro about the new multiplayer game, SONIC PICO PARK. Send us questions - fanmail@gamertagradio.com | Speakpipe.com/gamertagradio (http://speakpipe.com/gamertagradio) or 786-273-7GTR. Join our Discord - https://discord.gg/gtr chat with other GTR community member.

Interview with the EVP and Chief Content Officer at Xbox, Matt Booty about Xbox exclusive strategy, 25th anniversary, Gears of War E-Day, Halo Campaign Evolved and much more!