Episode 123: Prey, Minecraft Switch Edition and Digital vs. Physical Games

We welcome back Charlie Smith to the show to share his review on the popular shooter from Arkane Studios, Prey. He has a lot to say about his fear of coffee mugs, fighting mimics, exploring a vast spaceship and more. Devan has a nostalgia trip back to Metal Slug 3 and wants to play with friends really bad. We also talk about Minecraft Switch Edition now that it's out and what it means for the game. In our news, Nintendo returns with their Treehouse event this year showcasing Super Mario Odyssey. Owlchemy Labs is acquired by Google, Assassin's Creed is coming back and Gearbox Software hires a team from SMU Guild Hall to make a game. Finally, we have a discussion over digital versus physical games. What is preferred? What is the future of digital distribution? Will physical games go away? Show Notes: 03:00 - Prey 23:35 - Metal Slug 3 25:42 - Minecraft Switch Edition 29:28 - Upcoming Video Game Releases 32:12 - Gaming News 1:02:10 - Digital vs. Physical Games The Inner Gamer is a podcast built for the casual gamer. Your weekly dose of video game news, reviews, opinions and discussions every Tuesday. Like what you hear? Share our podcast with your friends! Also be sure and subscribe to our podcast on iTunes and leave us a review! You can find all of our social channels at www.theinnergamer.net. If you have any questions or suggestions please reach out to us at [email protected]. CREDITS: "Blue Groove Deluxe" by BlueFoxMusic on audiojungle.net Woman Announcer - Arie Guerra; Actress

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Credits:
"Blue Groove Deluxe" by BlueFoxMusic on audiojungle.net
Woman Announcer - Ariana Guerra; Actress
"Wisdom" by Super Nostalgia 64