Episode 126: Path of Exile 2 Abyssal Review, Our New Discord Community & Blizzard Again in the spotlight
- Author
- Grant Roland & Ed Phillips
- Published
- Tue 02 Sep 2025
- Episode Link
- https://www.dmggamingpodcast.com/
Join Grant Roland and Ed Phillips in DMG Gaming Podcast Episode 126 for an in-depth Path of Exile 2 Rise of the Abyssal review, covering gameplay, mechanics, and why Grinding Gear Games delivers top-tier ARPG content. We dive into gaming news September 2025, including the Polish CEO hat-stealing controversy that cost million-dollar investors, Mortal Kombat clone games like Time Killers, and our new Discord gaming community launch with Critical Gaming's help. Explore our thoughts on buddy cop game vibes, 80s arcade classics, and why competition in the console market (PlayStation vs Xbox vs Nintendo) matters.
In our DGR segment, we discuss Path of Exile 2's impact on the ARPG genre and its stunning visuals, endgame depth, and skill tree complexity. Our Top 6 lists the best Mortal Kombat clone games, from Killer Instinct's combos to Time Killers' quirky combat. Random Game Roulette highlights Chase HQ, a 1988 arcade cult classic with high-speed police chases, iconic catchphrases like "This is Nancy at Chase Headquarters," and TurboGrafx-16 nostalgia.
Wrap up with Loser of the Day (Polish CEO for his unapologetic hat theft from a kid) and Winner of the Day (Grinding Gear Games for Path of Exile 2's stellar early access). Perfect for searches like "Path of Exile 2 review", "gaming podcast 2025", "Chase HQ arcade game", "Polish CEO controversy", or "Discord gaming community". Subscribe for unfiltered gaming reviews, news, and hilarious banter!
Timestamps for Easy Navigation (Boosts SEO with User Engagement):
- 00:00 - Intro & Docket: Path of Exile 2 Tease
- 02:30 - Gaming News: Polish CEO Hat Drama & Mortal Kombat Clones
- 08:45 - New Discord Community Launch with Critical Gaming
- 15:00 - Path of Exile 2 Rise of the Abyssal Review
- 25:30 - Console Market Competition: PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo
- 30:10 - DGR: Path of Exile 2’s ARPG Impact
- 40:00 - Top 6 Sitcoms from the 90s
- 50:30 - Random Game Roulette: Chase HQ Arcade Spotlight
- 55:00 - Loser & Winner of the Day: Polish CEO vs Grinding Gear Games
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 new Discord at the link in our YouTube video description! #GamingPodcast #PathOfExile2 #DiscordGaming #ChaseHQ
