Day 0 Update
Video Games
SmashPad's flagship podcast, the Day 0 Update covers the latest news and events in the gaming industry, all backed by analysis and insight from a team of avid gamers and industry writers who combine for over 150 years of experience with the medium. The goal isn't simply to report the news, but to look beyond the headlines at the real stories that shape the gaming industry, and have a good deal of fun in the process.
Location:
United States
Description:
SmashPad's flagship podcast, the Day 0 Update covers the latest news and events in the gaming industry, all backed by analysis and insight from a team of avid gamers and industry writers who combine for over 150 years of experience with the medium. The goal isn't simply to report the news, but to look beyond the headlines at the real stories that shape the gaming industry, and have a good deal of fun in the process.
Twitter:
@SmashPad
Language:
English
Website:
http://smashpad.com/
Email:
dvictorio@smashpad.com
Episodes
Day 0 Update #546 - Silksong Destroyed Everything
9/9/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about what the heck is Forsaken 64, Hollow Knight: Silksong, and what Ubisoft should do with Rayman for its 30th Anniversary. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:26:23
Day 0 Update #545 - As Silksong Approaches
9/1/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about what's up with Acclaim, a few more delays caused by Silksong, and the legal trouble that Roblox is in right now. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:21:23
Day 0 Update #544 - The Silksong Shockwave
8/26/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about when we can finally play Hollow Knight: Silksong, the great terrible games that'll be in the Mortal Kombat collection, and the interesting parts of Gamescom. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:56:17
Day 0 Update #543 - The Bubsy Conundrum
8/19/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the merits of the Bubsy collection, John Davison leaving IGN, and Arkane's brave statement to Microsoft. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:54:39
Day 0 Update #542 - Lost Contraband
8/12/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the new addition to the Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, a major figure leaving Blizzard, and the Nintendo Indie World Showcase. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:31:31
Day 0 Update #541 - The Payment Processor Problem
8/4/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about Mario Paint's arrival on NSO, Virtua Fighter 5's upcoming arrival on this console generation, and the latest updates on the payment processor problems plaguing the gaming industry. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:42:59
Day 0 Update #540 - Woke Lollipop Chainsaw
7/29/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about some hot movie properties getting their first games, the downside of the announcement of a new Lollipop Chainsaw game, and how Itch is dealing with its own payment processor pressure. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:35:17
Day 0 Update #539 - The DK Bananza Bonanza
7/22/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about our experiences with Donkey Kong Bananza, the layoffs at Virtuos, and Steam's big changes to their marketplace to appease payment processors and the evangelicals that are behind them. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:59:13
Day 0 Update #538 - SmashPad's Summer Game Release Preview
7/14/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the Ghost of Yokei State of Play, the drama between Krafton and Unknown World's former leadership, and a preview of game releases for the summer. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:02:31:19
Day 0 Update #537 - The Xbox Empire Strikes Back
7/8/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the huge Xbox layoffs, Kotaku finally being freed from G/O Media's clutches, and EA shutting down Anthem's servers in early 2026. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:58:26
Day 0 Update #536 - Bullying Works Against AI
7/1/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the Super Mario Strikers, the Dbrand situation, and Arc System Works' showcase of interesting games. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:44:31
Day 0 Update #535 - The Origins of New Donk City
6/23/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the Donkey Kong Bananza Direct, PowerWash Simulator 2's cool new additions, and Digital Eclipse's new collection of classic games. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:45:13
Day 0 Update #534 - SmashPad's Demo Fest
6/17/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about many impressions of demos we've played, the new Splatoon game, and the aftermath of Splitgate 2's CEO wearing a dumb hat during Summer Game Fest. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:02:09:59
Day 0 Update #533 - The Switch 2 and Summer Game Fest
6/10/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the Switch 2, the return of Game Informer's magazine, and the many announcements from the PlayStation State of Play, Summer Game Fest, Day of the Devs, and Xbox Showcases this past weekend. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:02:48:05
Day 0 Update #532 - Farewell to the Switch
6/3/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the new College Football game, EA cancelling one of its Marvel games and shutting down the studio, and reminiscing over our fond Switch memories as the Switch 2 is nearly here. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:02:17:35
Day 0 Update #531 - Don't Be A Randy
5/27/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about the new weird way Microsoft wants you to experience old Activision games, Randy Pitchford's new dumb moment, and the new game from the creator of Danganronpa. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:45:22
Day 0 Update #530 - Internet Arguments are Pointless
5/19/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about Marathon's current controversy, Sony and Nintendo talking about potential future price increases of their consoles, and a certain head of an indie studio that got attention on the internet for the dumbest reasons. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:43:06
Day 0 Update #529 - Bend Studio's Bubsy 3D
5/12/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about what's up with Gex and Bubsy, the remastering of Gears of War's remaster, and the surprising return of Giant Bomb. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:32:04
Day 0 Update #528 - The Grand Theft Auto VI Situation
5/6/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about how much of a bummer this week's news has been with layoffs at EA, the trouble Zenimax unions have had with Microsoft, and the shakeup to games media with Polygon and Giant Bomb. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:25:01
Day 0 Update #527 - The Switch 2 Queues
4/29/2025
In this episode of the Day 0 Update: We talk about Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, Ghost of Yotei's upcoming release date, and the latest Nintendo Switch 2 launch news. All this and more, up next!
Full show notes can be found here.
Duration:01:02:31