Spectator Mode Gaming Podcast

Ep. 206: Valve’s Steam Machine, SteamOS, and PC Gaming

Send us a textValve has officially revealed the new Steam Machine, and The Outerhaven breaks down everything you need to know in this bite-sized holiday episode of the Spectator Mode Podcast.Is it a PC? Is it a console? We dig into why the community is split, what Valve’s goal might be, how this fits into the growing SteamOS ecosystem, and whether this mini-PC could shake up living-room gaming, hardware expectations, pricing predictions, and where the Steam Machine fits in the modern PC gaming landscape. #SteamMachine #Valve #SteamDeck #SteamOS #PCGamingSupport the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music

Ep. 205: Arknights Endfield Beta II Hands-On, PS Portal Updates & Steam Machine Take Two

Send us a textOn Spectator Mode Podcast episode 205 we discuss about Activision stumbling with Call of Duty :Black Ops 7 and not letting players pause the single player campaign. We look at the confusing PS Portal updates that sparked a wave of comparisons to the Steam Deck. We also dive into the return of Valve's Steam Machine and what this could mean for the future of PC gaming in the living room.On a more serious note, we talk about another round of layoffs at Crystal Dynamics and how these decisions continue to impact the gaming industry. Plus, we cover Arknights: Endfield, Six One Indie's Indie Game Awards, and what we have been playing and watching.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro02:11 - What’ve been playing & watching16:54 - Scott's Arknight: Endfield adventure x47:21 - Call of Duty Black Ops 7 blunders - can’t pause in single player campaign??? (link)51:34 - Updates to PS Portal and silly Steam Deck comparisons1:00:36 - Valve's Steam Machine take two1:12:40 - More gaming layoffs - Crystal Dynamics1:21:27 - PlayStation Mobile Games?1:30:28 - We're on the Indie Games from Six One Indie1:31:12 - OutroSupport the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music

Ep. 204: TwitchCon Security concerns, Xbox Ally Handheld Fumbles, Steam Next Fest

Send us a textIn this week’s Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew takes on the Xbox Ally handheld controversy and TwitchCon’s ongoing security problems. We also dive into the growing wave of misinformation across gaming, highlight standout demos from Steam Next Fest October 2025, and celebrate our appearance in Absolum’s accolades trailer, which is pretty damned cool for us, as well as upcoming updates for the fantastic game. #videogames #twitchcon #absolum #theouterhaven #spectatormodepodcast #xboxally #xboxgamingSo, hit that play button and enjoy our signature gaming and chaos fun!00:00 - Intro / Say hello to the hosts00:55 - So, what have you been playing14:22 - What’s going on with the Xbox Ally handhelds?28:50 - The rise of gaming journalism misinformation38:33 - Emiru's assult at TwitchCon and what's going on with security.47:42 - How was Steam Next Fest - The October 2025 Edition01:06:01 - More updates coming to Absolum, we’re featured on the accolades trailerSupport the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music

Special - We Talk with Milestone About Reviving Arcade Racing in Screamer (2026)

Send us a textRecently, we had the opportunity to speak with Milestone, the studio behind several acclaimed racing titles, about its upcoming game Screamer. Originally a PC-only arcade racer, Screamer is being completely reimagined for modern platforms. This new version blends anime-inspired visuals, unique mechanics borrowed from fighting games, and an innovative dual-stick control system that lets you drift through corners with precision.In this episode, we discuss why Milestone chose to bring Screamer back now, how anime influences the game’s design, and what fans can expect from this bold revival of an arcade classic. #arcade #arcaderacing #racinggames #interview #screamerCheck out our written preview of Screamer - https://www.theouterhaven.net/screamer-preview-anime-arcade-racer-rebootSupport the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music

EP. 203: Is Xbox Game Pass Still the Best Deal in Gaming

Send us a textWith the announcement that Xbox is changing up Xbox Game Pass and raising prices, Keith, Jordan, Karl, and Scott discuss whether Xbox Game Pass is still the best deal in gaming or if perhaps it's time to move on from it. #xboxgamepass #videogames #gamingpodcast #rogxboxally Check out some of our video game reviewsDisgaea 7 Complete Review (Nintendo Switch 2)Digimon Story: Time Stranger Review (PS5)Hell is Us Review (PS5Final Fantasy Tactics – The Ivalice Chronicles Review (PC) Support the showYou can find the Spectator Mode podcast on the following podcast platforms. Please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcast, as it will go a long watch in more people discovering us. Thank you! Apple Podcasts YouTube Spotify Amazon Music