Drop-In Drop-Out

Patrick and Kamen reunite for a bummer of an episode. Several Xbox studios are fighting to stay open and buy back their independence from Xbox, so we discuss the fallout. However, it's been a while since we chatted so we have a BEEFY update on what we've been playing in the meantime. 
Timecodes
What we're playing - 8:20
WTF Xbox?! - 44:20
News spotlight - 1:10:20
Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a while, and enjoy the ride. No controller required.
Want some Drop-In Drop-Out merch, or to join our discord? head to www.dropindropoutpod.com
Follow us everywhere @dropindropoutpod
Check out the JK! Games! Podcast every Monday @jkgamespodcast
Spotlight Games Podcast every Tuesday @dropindropoutpod
Daily streams from JakeTwitchin at www.amazingstreamer.com
Video essays from @Cognitive-Clips
Dumpster Dives from @TheDumpsterBoySTC
And the myriad projects that @highscoreweekly does
Opening animation by Ryan Selvy www.ryanselvy.com

With Summer Game Fest behind us and an idea on what's releasing the rest of the year, it's time to fill out our Fantasy Critic teams for 2026! We drafted the first half at the beginning of the year, and we adding some spice by auctioning off the 12 hottest games remaining out there, and drafting the rest! 
Timecodes
Auction starts - 9:42
Deciding draft order pt. 2 - 42:55
Snake draft begins - 47:10
 
Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a while, and enjoy the ride. No controller required.
Want some Drop-In Drop-Out merch, or to join our discord? head to www.dropindropoutpod.com
Follow us everywhere @dropindropoutpod
Check out the JK! Games! Podcast every Monday @jkgamespodcast
Spotlight Games Podcast every Tuesday @dropindropoutpod
Daily streams from JakeTwitchin at www.amazingstreamer.com
Video essays from @Cognitive-Clips
Dumpster Dives from @TheDumpsterBoySTC
And the myriad projects that @highscoreweekly does
Opening animation by Ryan Selvy www.ryanselvy.com

Summer Game Fest 2026 is over, so it's time to grade all the announcements/reveals! We break down several categories and discuss what stood out, what didn't, and everything in between. What were your standouts from the various SGF showcases?
Timecodes
Biggest surprise - 5:55
Need to see more - 19:54
The rest of biggest surprise - 31:45
Need to see more part 2 (lol) - 57:53
Indie gem - 1:00:54
Where was this? - 1:13:51
Most hype reveal - 1:20:10
Best showcase - 1:59:14
Game of the show - 2:15:25
Rapid fire/disappointments - 2:18:30
Overall grade - 2:25:10
 
 
 
Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a while, and enjoy the ride. No controller required.
Want some Drop-In Drop-Out merch, or to join our discord? head to www.dropindropoutpod.com
Follow us everywhere @dropindropoutpod
Check out the JK! Games! Podcast every Monday @jkgamespodcast
Spotlight Games Podcast every Tuesday @dropindropoutpod
Daily streams from JakeTwitchin at www.amazingstreamer.com
Video essays from @Cognitive-Clips
Dumpster Dives from @TheDumpsterBoySTC
And the myriad projects that @highscoreweekly does
Opening animation by Ryan Selvy www.ryanselvy.com

What's the best game reveal of all time? TheFrenchDipDesign drops in to help The Dumpster Boy and Patrick discuss the ones that have stuck out to them in gaming history! Let us know what yours is in the comments, or by joining our discord server at the link below!
Timecodes
Beginning of episode - 0:00
Housekeeping - 2:53
A history in game reveals - 4:37
Mini game - 18:15
Best game reveals - 26:07
Games that never came out - 1:11:19
 
Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a while, and enjoy the ride. No controller required.
Want some Drop-In Drop-Out merch, or to join our discord? head to www.dropindropoutpod.com
Follow us everywhere @dropindropoutpod
Check out the JK! Games! Podcast every Monday @jkgamespodcast
Spotlight Games Podcast every Tuesday @dropindropoutpod
Daily streams from JakeTwitchin at www.amazingstreamer.com
Video essays from @Cognitive-Clips
Dumpster Dives from @TheDumpsterBoySTC
And the myriad projects that @highscoreweekly does
Opening animation by Ryan Selvy www.ryanselvy.com

Patrick has RETURNED and we are breaking down everything announced at PlayStation's State of Play to kick off Summer Game Fest 2026. What did you think of the announcements?
Timecodes
State of Play breakdown begins - 15:30
Drop-In Drop-Out brings together a mix of passionate gamers for an open and engaging conversation about video games. We share our takes on the latest releases, revisit old favorites, and discuss the trends shaping gaming culture. Whether you're here for insight, nostalgia, or just a good laugh, we hope you'll feel inspired to Drop In, listen for a while, and enjoy the ride. No controller required.
Want some Drop-In Drop-Out merch, or to join our discord? head to www.dropindropoutpod.com
Follow us everywhere @dropindropoutpod
Check out the JK! Games! Podcast every Monday @jkgamespodcast
Spotlight Games Podcast every Tuesday @dropindropoutpod
Daily streams from JakeTwitchin at www.amazingstreamer.com
Video essays from @Cognitive-Clips
Dumpster Dives from @TheDumpsterBoySTC
And the myriad projects that @highscoreweekly does
Opening animation by Ryan Selvy www.ryanselvy.com