Kinda Funny Games Daily: Video Games News Podcast God of War TV Show First Look REVEALED! - Kinda Funny Games Daily 02.27.26
Feb 27, 2026
First look images of Kratos and Atreus spark costume and casting reactions. Big industry moves as Paramount wins the Warner bid and potential fallout for studios and game teams is discussed. A return of Guitar Hero’s RedOctane with Stage Tour and concerns about songs, controllers, and monetization are covered. Reports of layoffs at Wildlight and AI-generated reviews at Videogamer.com round out the news.
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Paramount Win Reshapes Who Controls Big Media IPs
- Paramount's Skydance winning the Warner Bros. bid shifts who will control major media IPs and games.
- The hosts highlighted regulatory scrutiny, political ties to David and Larry Ellison, and potential broad consequences for Warner Bros. assets.
Political Ties Could Alter Media Ownership Consequences
- Political influence and owners' affiliations can shape media consolidation outcomes and future editorial direction.
- Roger traced David Ellison and Larry Ellison's ties to the Trump administration and warned about potential changes to CNN and journalism under new ownership.
Pair Nostalgia With Modern Tech For Rhythm Games
- When relaunching a classic rhythm franchise, pair nostalgic core gameplay with modern tech and community involvement.
- Barrett emphasized Red Octane's Stage Tour will use modern tech, community charting, Gibson licensing, and closed alphas to rebuild trust.