DLC 634: Allen Brooks: Arc Raiders, Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, Wolfenstein 3, The Division 3, Clair Obscur Expedition 33, Hades 2, Dungeons and Dragons the Tyrants Eye, Awesome Games Done Quick + BONUS Nvidia CES Coverage
Jan 12, 2026
Allen Brooks, founder of Continues Arcade and an arcade culture enthusiast, joins the discussion on the impressive $2.4M raised for cancer prevention through Awesome Games Done Quick. He shares insights on the community’s excitement for The Division 3 and Machine Games' upcoming Wolfenstein 3. The conversation also explores innovative AI in gaming and its potential gameplay impacts. Later, Jacob Freeman from NVIDIA drops in to uncover the latest breakthroughs in DLSS 4.5 and RTX Remix, showcasing how these advances will enhance gaming experiences.
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Personal Stakes In AGDQ Support
- Allen shared his family's cancer history and why Prevent Cancer Foundation matters to him.
- That personal connection motivated Continues Arcade to sponsor AGDQ and support early detection awareness.
A Pulse‑Pounding Arc Raiders Moment
- Jeff recounted a tense Arc Raiders encounter where ammo ran out and teammates scrambled to revive each other.
- He described how both dialogue and reactions matched what they'd say in a real-life survival moment, heightening immersion.
Portable Play, Big RPGs
- Allen Brooks described using an ASUS ROG Ally to play Hades 2 and Claire Obscure: Expedition 33 on the go.
- He praised Hades 2 improvements and praised Expedition 33’s art, combat timing, and narrative design.