Xbox Expansion Pass 148: Google Stadia Shutting Down | Developer Interview: Soulstice

<p>#Xbox #Stadia #Soulstice</p> <p>In episode 148 of the Xbox Expansion Pass we welcome the developers of <a href='https://www.reply.com/reply-game-studios/en/'>Reply Games</a> Marco Mortillaro and Samuele Perseo on to discuss their recent AA release of Soulstice, an homage to classic action games like DMC and Ninja Gaiden. Prior to that we take a look at the implications on xCloud of Google’s decision to shut down Stadia and what game companies are doing for players impacted. Enjoy!</p> <p>The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.</p> <p><a href='https://twitter.com/InsipidGhost'>Twitter: InsipidGhost</a></p> <p>Contact: <a href='mailto:InsipidGhost@gmail.com'>InsipidGhost@gmail.com</a></p> <p>Please consider leaving <a href='https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/xbox-expansion-pass/id1482705634'>a review on iTunes</a> or <a href='https://open.spotify.com/show/0dU0zcFMc6abageoecruQN?si=e998a9ebfe23431f'>Spotify</a>. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!</p> <p> </p> <p>0:00 Intro</p> <p>0:29 Welcome</p> <p>1:11 Words of Kindness & Cyberpunk</p> <p>8:39 Stadia Shuts Down</p> <p>15:37 Grounded Full Release</p> <p>18:22 Soulstice Impressions</p> <p>20:16 Spooky Games</p> <p>24:41 Live Service Storytelling</p> <p>32:25 Reply Game Studios</p> <p>38:00 Comparing Soulstice to AAA</p> <p>48:00 Level Design & Story</p> <p>53:45 Language Writing</p> <p>58:13 Fixed Camera</p> <p>1:03:00 Slow Motion</p> <p>1:07:40 Stefanie Joosten</p> <p>1:13:29 Soliciting Feedback</p> <p>1:17:00 Pride In Soulstice</p>