Giant Bombcast 923: Original Urkel
Jan 13, 2026
The conversation kicks off with some hilariously deep dives into Sektori, followed by nostalgic reminiscing about the best frog characters in gaming. Game highlights include the complex puzzles in Myst III, the thrilling gameplay of Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, and celebratory chats about completing Final Fantasy Tactics. The hosts tackle trending news, like Meta’s studio closures and rumors of upcoming game announcements. Plus, there's an entertaining email segment featuring whimsical hypotheticals that spark imagination!
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Deadpool Fills Every Role In Marvel Rivals
- Jan reports Marvel Rivals added Deadpool as a character that can fill tank, DPS, or support roles.
- The hosts predict Deadpool's flexibility will shake up balance and likely be a big draw.
Meta Closed Small VR Studios During Reorg
- Jeff reports Meta (Facebook) closed Twisted Pixel and Sanzaru Games amid a VR pivot and cost cuts.
- He notes these closures follow Meta's shifting priorities from VR to AI and retrenching studios.
Price Perception Compresses Dollar Tiers
- The pricing tier quote ('eight bucks is five bucks') captures how consumer perception compresses price bands.
- Jeff and the hosts use it to explain why small price shifts often don't change buyer behavior.
