Rushdown Radio - Video Game and Entertainment Podcast

These two are just back to be as idiotic and brilliant at the same time.

Those damn clankers are at it again...and yes we've back from our unscheduled break.

On this brand new episode of Hollywolves, we dive into some of the biggest news stories in pop culture and all thing nerdy entertainment. We discuss the recent casting for the upcoming live action Street Fighter movie. Also, the Mortal Kombat 2 movie is being delayed until 2026. We talk about Cardi B's album roll out and the drama surrounding it. All that and much more on this new episode of Hollywolves.

The debate is heating up: Who truly has the top tier title in Tekken 8? We dive into the brewing conflict between legends Arslan Ash and Holy Knee over the game's best character. Plus, we're not stopping there—we'll analyze the rising stars in other games, from Izumi's dominance in Under Night In-Birth II Sys:Celes and Lucy's surprising power in Guilty Gear Strive, to Ken's reign in City of the Wolves and the potential for Sagat's return in Street Fighter 6.In esports news, we've got the inside scoop on the confusing launch of the Marvel Tokon Fighting Souls online beta, where seemingly no one got keys! We'll also get you ready for the upcoming 2XKO open beta starting September 9th.And the beef isn't just about characters! We'll cover the hilarious and unexpected Tekken 8 rivalry brewing between musician T-Pain and top player NEYO.In major industry-shaking news, we break down the shocking acquisition of the Evolution Championship Series (Evo) by the Saudi Arabian esports company Qiddiya and gather the community's immediate reaction.Finally, we give a shoutout to a successful regional as we wrap up Cream City Convergence 2025.It's a packed episode you won't want to miss! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for all your FGC news.

After a staggering nine-year development cycle, the long-awaited action RPG Lost Soul Aside has finally launched. We'll give you our first impressions of this ambitious title. In less welcome news, Sony is raising PS5 prices in the US, and we'll discuss what this means for consumers and the industry.The drama continues as Ubisoft's CEO has been called to a French court over "systemic sexual misconduct" at the company, a story we'll follow closely. In a fascinating "what if" from gaming history, a new report reveals that Take-Two Interactive nearly saved the iconic Perfect Dark from Microsoft's vault years ago.And of course, we can't have a show without checking in on the most anticipated game that isn't there: we've got a full Hollow Knight: Silksong news roundupAnd a slight change in our show format, we'll be talking about some of the latest and greatest in the world of retro handhelds and handheld PC including the price of the Lenovo Legion Go Gen2. You won't believe how much they are charging for this thing...

Nintendo faces ongoing backlash over its restrictive game key card policies, while payment giants Mastercard and Visa clash with the gaming industry over transaction disputes. Meanwhile, Khazan developers reveal that gamers prefer quitting a game "with dignity" over switching to easy mode. In Japan, Real Time Attack (RTA) events can no longer feature Nintendo games due to the company's strict policies. Sony is taking legal action against Tencent over *Light of Motiram*, alleging it copies *Horizon*. And Roblox is under investigation for allegedly profiting from child predators, raising serious concerns about platform safety.  

This week on Hollywolves, we’re diving into all the biggest pop culture and entertainment headlines! The live-action Zelda movie has finally found its Link and Zelda—but will they live up to the hype? Meanwhile, Nicki Minaj is back at it as Gag City’s mayor, going on another wild rant—this time targeting SZA and Doechii. Over in the MCU, Kevin Feige reveals that the shift to Doctor Doom was in motion before Jonathan Majors’ firing, plus more Marvel updates.The entertainment world is reeling as Tyler Perry faces SA allegations and Diddy gets convicted—but only for prostitution, not the other awful things he’s accused of. In late-night news, The Late Show with Stephen Colbert gets canceled following a Trump lawsuit. We also break down the Ironheart series, react to the Mortal Kombat II movie trailer, review Megan 2.0, and discuss the recently released Superman 2025 film.Tune in for all the drama, debates, and deep dives—only on Hollywolves! 

This week on The Rush Hour, we’re diving into the wildest gaming headlines that feel straight out of a corporate crime thriller! Sony faces a lawsuit from the Netherlands over unfair pricing, while Microsoft slashes jobs and cancels games—again. Meanwhile, crime sprees plague Nintendo as a thief swipes $10K worth of Switch games from libraries in Oakland, and 3K Switch 2 units vanish in Colorado. Oh, and Brazil is suing Nintendo over bricked consoles—because why not?We’ll also break down Ubisoft’s nightmare EULA, check in on the #StopKillingGames movement, and discuss Capcom’s rumored RE9 course correction. Buckle up—this episode is pure gaming chaos! 

This week on FGCism, we break down the latest fighting game madness! Andy Bogard drops in City of the Wolves, while Ken Masters steals the show in a fiery new trailer. Plus, Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls is announced, and Invincible VS shocks with Thula & Rex Plosion trailers!We also dive into Tricky Ballroom Royale, a Virtua Fighter-inspired event by Sajam Salm, and discuss the WB Games shakeup—what does it mean for NetherRealm Studios? Finally, we hit you with our Evo 2025 predictions (and a heavy dose of copium).