The 8-Bit Show Episode 220 – Failing at Human Interactions

Join us as we discuss Balatro’s rating change, a cheaper PSVR2, Activision’s AI use in Call of Duty, and Warner Bros. closing Monolith. Monster Hunter Wilds’ player count and paid features are discussed. We also share our thoughts on Balatro, Monster Hunter Wilds, and various TV shows.

00:00:00 – Intro

00:10:56 – Balatro loses 18+ classification – https://www.polygon.com/news/528446/balatro-pegi-rating-gambling-appeal

00:16:19 – New price for PlayStation VR2 – https://blog.playstation.com/2025/02/27/a-great-new-price-for-playstation-vr2/

00:20:57 – 8Bitdo latest controller – https://www.polygon.com/deals/529745/8bitdo-ultimate-2-wireless-controller-where-to-buy

00:28:20 – Hotel Barcelona – 2025 Trailer – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_p9cGVSn6yQ

00:35:02 – Lazarus | OFFICIAL TRAILER | adult swim – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpG8vtFMkD0

00:37:39 – NetEase devs funded by company speak up – https://www.polygon.com/news/528633/netease-cutbacks-ghost-mmo-rebel-wolves-anchor-point

00:41:45 – Activision Finally Admits It Uses Generative AI – https://www.ign.com/articles/activision-finally-admits-it-uses-generative-ai-for-some-call-of-duty-black-ops-6-assets-after-backlash-following-ai-slop-zombie-santa-loading-screen

00:49:56 – Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 and 4 announcement spoiled – https://www.polygon.com/news/529141/tony-hawks-pro-skater-3-4-remaster-activision-iron-galaxy-leak

00:51:45:00 – Monster Hunter Wilds opens to 1.3 million PC players – https://www.gamedeveloper.com/business/monster-hunter-wilds-opens-to-1-3-million-pc-players

Monster Hunter Wilds Charges For Character Edit Vouchers Again – https://www.ign.com/articles/monster-hunter-wilds-charges-for-character-edit-vouchers-again-and-players-are-frustrated

00:56:03 – Warner Bros. is closing Monolith – https://www.pcgamer.com/gaming-industry/warner-bros-is-closing-monolith-player-first-games-and-wb-san-diego-and-has-cancelled-its-wonder-woman-game/

Following Monolith’s shock closure, GOG is offering 90% off – https://www.pcgamer.com/games/fps/following-monoliths-shock-closure-gog-is-offering-90-percent-off-its-2005-shooter-fear-and-accelerating-the-games-preservation-to-recognise-its-doomed-developers-contribution-to-gaming/

01:14:00 – Release Dates

01:15:45 – Franky’s Week (Balatro, Severance, What If…, The Banker)

01:23:58 – TooLittles’s Week (Star of Providence, Avowed, Invincible)

01:32:12 – Coffee’s Week (Monster Hunter Wilds, Marvel Rivals)

01:43:37 – Outtro

Music by Anamanaguchi – https://soundcloud.com/anamanaguchi