DMG Gaming Podcast
Welcome to "Disgruntled Middle-Aged Gamers" Gaming Podcast where lifelong best friends Grant Roland and Ed Phillips dive deep into the world of video games. Join us as we explore everything from the latest releases to nostalgic retro games, offering insightful reviews, and engaging discussions. With 20 years of friendship fueling our banter, DMG isn't just about games—it's about sharing a passion with a touch of humor and plenty of opinions. Whether you're a hardcore gamer or just dipping your toes into the gaming world, there's something here for everyone. Tune in and game on with DMG!
DMG Gaming Podcast
Episode 128: Final Fantasy XVII Wishlist: Top Features Wanted, Borderlands 4 Release & Gaming News
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips in DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 128 for a wishlist of top features we want in Final Fantasy XVII, including turn-based combat revival, epic storytelling, and no live-service elements. We also brainstorm Borderlands 4 upcoming release ideas like better loot systems, co-op improvements, and fresh humor. Dive into gaming news September 2025, covering Nintendo's strict developer policy ("every dev is a director"), Game Pass player count vs sales debates, Blizzard's cease and desist on private WoW servers, and a quick college football shoutout to the Bulldogs' thrilling win.
In our Top 6 segment, we rank must-have elements for FF XVII, from classic RPG mechanics to innovative worlds. Random Game Roulette spotlights Eternal Sonata, the 2007 Xbox 360/PS3 cult classic RPG set in Chopin's dream world, with unique light/dark battles, musical themes, and emotional storytelling – a hidden gem averaging 8/10 reviews.
Wrap up with Loser of the Day (Concord devs blaming players for the game's failure in a saturated market) and Winner of the Day (Hollow Knight Silksong devs for continued success, plus a nod to Hollow Knight). Shoutout to our Discord community – join for more gaming chats! Perfect for searches like "Final Fantasy XVII wishlist", "Borderlands 4 features", "gaming podcast 2025", "Eternal Sonata gameplay", or "Concord devs controversy". Subscribe for unfiltered gaming news, wishlists, and banter!
Timestamps for Easy Navigation (Boosts SEO with User Engagement):
- 00:00 - Intro & Docket: FF XVII Wishlist Tease
- 02:30 - Gaming News: Nintendo Dev Policy & Game Pass Debates
- 08:45 - Blizzard WoW Server Shutdown & Bulldogs Football Shoutout
- 15:00 - Borderlands 4 Upcoming Release Ideas
- 20:10 - Top 6: Final Fantasy XVII Features Wanted
- 30:00 - Random Game Roulette: Eternal Sonata Review
- 35:40 - Loser & Winner of the Day: Concord Devs vs Hollow Knight Silksong
Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Follow DMG Gaming Podcast for weekly gaming news, reviews, and community updates. Visit dmgamingpodcast.com and join our Discord (link in YouTube/Rumble video description)! #GamingPodcast #FinalFantasyXVII #Borderlands4 #EternalSonata