The Game Awards recap, Street Fighter trailer reaction, Diablo IV Paladin review, and more!

We break down Expedition 33’s sweeping dominance at The Game Awards and discuss what the show gets right—and where it still needs to evolve. From surprise wins to pacing and presentation, we explore how the TGAs could better serve both developers and fans going forward. We also dive into the biggest announcements from The Game Awards, including Brad and Micah’s reactions to the Street Fighter movie trailer and the unexpected reveal of Lenny Kravitz as the villain in 007 First Light. Brad is back deep in Diablo IV, testing out the new Paladin class and evaluating how progression and systems have changed since his last time with the game. Does Diablo IV finally feel like it’s found its footing? Kaz Harada’s departure from Bandai Namco marks the end of an era, and we reflect on his 30-year legacy guiding the Tekken franchise into one of the most influential fighting game series of all time. In the Post Office, we tackle the increasingly strange relationship between FIFA and U.S. power brokers, and just how far the organization may be willing to bend to satisfy political egos.