Checkpoint https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/ Welcome to your weekly Checkpoint for video game news, reviews, interviews and more! With the games industry changing all the time, it’s our goal to make sure you’re kept up to date with the stories that matter! With coverage of all the latest major releases and hard-hitting discussions, the show is all about keeping you up to date and breaking down one of the most popular and constantly evolving medias in the world. Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:00:09 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.5 Gaymers keeping you informed on the video-games industry JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB false episodic JOY 94.9 - Queer Podcasts for all our Rainbow Communities: Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Trans, Intersex, Asexual, Queer, LGBTI, LGBTIQA+, LGBTQIA+, LGBT, LGBTQ, LGB webmaster@joy.org.au JOY Melbourne Inc. JOY Melbourne Inc. podcast Gaymers keeping you informed on the video-games industry Checkpoint https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/wp-content/uploads/sites/330/2024/02/Podcast-Art-Checkpoint.png https://joy.org.au/checkpoint Melbourne, Victoria Melbourne, Victoria Twice weekly fd4f8636-a2cc-546f-bede-db22356fc6b7 Fantasy vs Sci-fi vs Post-Apocalypse vs Reality https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/11/07/fantasy-vs-sci-fi-vs-post-apocalypse-vs-reality/ Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5511 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about some of our favorite video game settings!   Catch the latest episode... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/11/07/fantasy-vs-sci-fi-vs-post-apocalypse-vs-reality/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/11/07/fantasy-vs-sci-fi-vs-post-apocalypse-vs-reality/">Fantasy vs Sci-fi vs Post-Apocalypse vs Reality</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about some of our favorite video game settings!

 

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Up To Date: Sony is shuttering Firewalk studios and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/11/05/up-to-date-sony-is-shuttering-firewalk-studios-and-more/ Mon, 04 Nov 2024 20:00:26 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5510 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Edie and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, Sony’s closure of Firewalk studios and much... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/11/05/up-to-date-sony-is-shuttering-firewalk-studios-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/11/05/up-to-date-sony-is-shuttering-firewalk-studios-and-more/">Up To Date: Sony is shuttering Firewalk studios and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Edie and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, Sony’s closure of Firewalk studios and much more!

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We chat all things KILL KNIGHT with Ryan McMahon from PlaySide Studios https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/31/we-chat-all-thing-kill-knight-pax-sxsw-with-ryan-mcmahon-from-playside-studios/ Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:00:24 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5498 <p>Join Elliot Luke and special guest Ryan McMahon from PlaySide Sudios in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about PlaySide’s KILL KNIGHT plus we chat about... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/31/we-chat-all-thing-kill-knight-pax-sxsw-with-ryan-mcmahon-from-playside-studios/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/31/we-chat-all-thing-kill-knight-pax-sxsw-with-ryan-mcmahon-from-playside-studios/">We chat all things KILL KNIGHT with Ryan McMahon from PlaySide Studios</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot Luke and special guest Ryan McMahon from PlaySide Sudios in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about PlaySide’s KILL KNIGHT plus we chat about PAX and SXSW!

 

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Up To Date: The team behind Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown has been disbanded and more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/29/up-to-date-the-team-behind-prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-has-been-disbanded-and-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 28 Oct 2024 20:00:27 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5499 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and special guest Ryan McMahon from PlaySide Studios in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including The... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/29/up-to-date-the-team-behind-prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-has-been-disbanded-and-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/29/up-to-date-the-team-behind-prince-of-persia-the-lost-crown-has-been-disbanded-and-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: The team behind Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown has been disbanded and more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and special guest Ryan McMahon from PlaySide Studios
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Checkpoint’s Big PAX 2024 Wrap-up! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/24/checkpoints-big-pax-2024-wrap-up/ Wed, 23 Oct 2024 20:00:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5491 <p>Join Kolby, Edie, Charlie and Lisa for this episode of Checkpoint on JOY as they chat about all the cool stuff they saw at PAX 2024!   Catch the latest... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/24/checkpoints-big-pax-2024-wrap-up/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/24/checkpoints-big-pax-2024-wrap-up/">Checkpoint’s Big PAX 2024 Wrap-up!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kolby, Edie, Charlie and Lisa for this episode of Checkpoint on JOY as they chat about all the cool stuff they saw at PAX 2024!

 

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Up To Date: Hack of Pokémon developer Game Freak reveals franchise plans! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/22/up-to-date-hack-of-pokemon-developer/ Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:00:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5490 <p>Join Kolby, Edie, Charlie and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the big gaming news of the week including the huge Game Freak leak... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/22/up-to-date-hack-of-pokemon-developer/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/22/up-to-date-hack-of-pokemon-developer/">Up To Date: Hack of Pokémon developer Game Freak reveals franchise plans!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kolby, Edie, Charlie and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the big gaming news of the week including the huge Game Freak leak and all the news announced at the Xbox Partner October Showcase!

 

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We interview Aussie game devs Spoonful of Wonder (Copycat) and Toast Interactive (Max Mustard) https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/17/up-to-date-we-interview-aussie-game-devs-spoonful-of-wonder-copycat-and-toast-interactive-max-mustard/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 20:00:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5478 <p>Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they interview two Aussie game devs about their upcoming games!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/17/up-to-date-we-interview-aussie-game-devs-spoonful-of-wonder-copycat-and-toast-interactive-max-mustard/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/17/up-to-date-we-interview-aussie-game-devs-spoonful-of-wonder-copycat-and-toast-interactive-max-mustard/">We interview Aussie game devs Spoonful of Wonder (Copycat) and Toast Interactive (Max Mustard)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they interview two Aussie game devs about their upcoming games!

 

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Up To Date: The Steam Deck is coming to Australia! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/15/up-to-date-the-steam-deck-is-coming-to-australia/ Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:00:06 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5479 <p>Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the big gaming news of the week including the Steam Deck is coming to Australia!... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/15/up-to-date-the-steam-deck-is-coming-to-australia/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/15/up-to-date-the-steam-deck-is-coming-to-australia/">Up To Date: The Steam Deck is coming to Australia!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the big gaming news of the week including the Steam Deck is coming to Australia!

 

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Rita, PAX and MIGW with Sporktank developer Martin Stradling https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/10/topic-rita-pax-and-migw-with-sporktank-developer-martin-stradling/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:54 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5470 <p>Join Luke, David and Lisa for this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they speak to developer Martin Stradling ahead of his game, Rita, being involved in the PAX Aus... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/10/topic-rita-pax-and-migw-with-sporktank-developer-martin-stradling/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/10/topic-rita-pax-and-migw-with-sporktank-developer-martin-stradling/">Rita, PAX and MIGW with Sporktank developer Martin Stradling</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, David and Lisa for this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they speak to developer Martin Stradling ahead of his game, Rita, being involved in the PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase!

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Frosty Games Fest – a showcase celebrating Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand devs is coming in 2025! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/10/frosty-games-fest-a-showcase-celebrating-australian-and-aotearoa-new-zealand-devs-is-coming-in-2025/ Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:00:10 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5469 <p>Join Luke, David, Lisa and special guest, game developer Martin Stradling in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss the announcement of Frosty Games Fest – a showcase... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/10/frosty-games-fest-a-showcase-celebrating-australian-and-aotearoa-new-zealand-devs-is-coming-in-2025/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/10/frosty-games-fest-a-showcase-celebrating-australian-and-aotearoa-new-zealand-devs-is-coming-in-2025/">Frosty Games Fest – a showcase celebrating Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand devs is coming in 2025!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, David, Lisa and special guest, game developer Martin Stradling in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss the announcement of Frosty Games Fest – a showcase celebrating Australian and Aotearoa New Zealand devs will be coming in 2025!

 

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2024 Quarter 3 Wrap up! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/03/2024-quarter-3-wrap-up/ Wed, 02 Oct 2024 21:00:18 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5465 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie as they reflect back on everything that happened in the gaming world in the third quarter of 2024! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/03/2024-quarter-3-wrap-up/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/03/2024-quarter-3-wrap-up/">2024 Quarter 3 Wrap up!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie as they reflect back on everything that happened in the gaming world in the third quarter of 2024! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: All the news from the Playstation State of Play and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/01/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-playstation-state-of-play/ Mon, 30 Sep 2024 21:00:38 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5464 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including all the news from the Playstation... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/01/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-playstation-state-of-play/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/10/01/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-playstation-state-of-play/">Up To Date: All the news from the Playstation State of Play and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including all the news from the Playstation... LEARN MORE  
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Melbourne Queer Games Festival https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/26/melbourne-queer-games-festival/ Wed, 25 Sep 2024 21:00:34 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5458 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and special guest Luke Miller in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about Melbourne’s queer games festival showcase! Catch the latest episode... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/26/melbourne-queer-games-festival/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/26/melbourne-queer-games-festival/">Melbourne Queer Games Festival</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and special guest Luke Miller in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about Melbourne’s queer games festival showcase! Catch the latest episode... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: Nintendo is suing Palword creator and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/24/up-to-date-nintendo-is-suing-palword-creator-and-more/ Mon, 23 Sep 2024 21:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5457 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and special guest Luke Miller in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as Nintendo suing... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/24/up-to-date-nintendo-is-suing-palword-creator-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/24/up-to-date-nintendo-is-suing-palword-creator-and-more/">Up To Date: Nintendo is suing Palword creator and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and special guest Luke Miller in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as Nintendo suing... LEARN MORE  
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Femininity, masculinity and androgyny in video games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/19/femininity-masculinity-and-androgyny-in-video-games/ Wed, 18 Sep 2024 21:00:15 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5446 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Josefina and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss feminine, masculine and androgynes representations in video games!   Catch the latest episode on... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/19/femininity-masculinity-and-androgyny-in-video-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/19/femininity-masculinity-and-androgyny-in-video-games/">Femininity, masculinity and androgyny in video games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Josefina and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss feminine, masculine and androgynes representations in video games!   Catch the latest episode on... LEARN MORE  
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Up to date: PlayStation 5 Pro is coming in November 2024! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/17/playstation-5-pro-is-coming-in-november-2024/ Mon, 16 Sep 2024 21:00:30 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5447 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and special guest Josefina in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the PlayStation 5 Pro and more gaming layoffs. Catch the latest episode... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/17/playstation-5-pro-is-coming-in-november-2024/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/17/playstation-5-pro-is-coming-in-november-2024/">Up to date: PlayStation 5 Pro is coming in November 2024!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and special guest Josefina in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the PlayStation 5 Pro and more gaming layoffs. Catch the latest episode... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Action-Adventure Video Game Tropes https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/12/action-adventure-video-game-tropes/ Wed, 11 Sep 2024 21:00:25 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5440 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about the most common tropes we see in Action-Adventure video games! Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/12/action-adventure-video-game-tropes/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/12/action-adventure-video-game-tropes/">Action-Adventure Video Game Tropes</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about the most common tropes we see in Action-Adventure video games! Catch the... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: Concord is going offline after just two weeks and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/10/up-to-date-concord-is-going-offline-after-just-two-weeks-and-more/ Mon, 09 Sep 2024 21:00:50 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5439 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as Concord going offline after just... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/10/up-to-date-concord-is-going-offline-after-just-two-weeks-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/10/up-to-date-concord-is-going-offline-after-just-two-weeks-and-more/">Up To Date: Concord is going offline after just two weeks and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as Concord going offline after just... LEARN MORE  
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Tie-in media in games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/05/tie-in-media-in-games/ Wed, 04 Sep 2024 21:00:56 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5430 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Missy and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about tie-in media in gaming! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/05/tie-in-media-in-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/05/tie-in-media-in-games/">Tie-in media in games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Missy and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about tie-in media in gaming! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: Foamstars is now a free-to-play game! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/03/up-to-date-foamstars-is-now-a-free-to-play-game/ Mon, 02 Sep 2024 21:00:26 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5426 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, David and Missy in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as Foamstars is now a free-to-play... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/03/up-to-date-foamstars-is-now-a-free-to-play-game/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/03/up-to-date-foamstars-is-now-a-free-to-play-game/">Up To Date: Foamstars is now a free-to-play game!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, David and Missy in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as Foamstars is now a free-to-play... LEARN MORE  
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Checkpoint chats with Teddy Dief (OFK) and Karrie (Shirou) Shao (Pacific Drive) https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/01/checkpoint-chats-with-teddy-dief-ofk-and-karrie-shirou-shao-pacific-drive/ Sun, 01 Sep 2024 04:41:30 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5432 <p>Join Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint Intimates on JOY where he chats with two gaming legends – Teddy Dief (OFK) and Karrie (Shirou) Shao (Pacific Drive) before they arrive... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/01/checkpoint-chats-with-teddy-dief-ofk-and-karrie-shirou-shao-pacific-drive/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/09/01/checkpoint-chats-with-teddy-dief-ofk-and-karrie-shirou-shao-pacific-drive/">Checkpoint chats with Teddy Dief (OFK) and Karrie (Shirou) Shao (Pacific Drive)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint Intimates on JOY where he chats with two gaming legends – Teddy Dief (OFK) and Karrie (Shirou) Shao (Pacific Drive) before they arrive... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Games that don’t exist anymore https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/29/games-that-dont-exist-anymore/ Wed, 28 Aug 2024 21:00:40 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5422 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Lisa and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss games that don’t exist anymore! This could be because of licensing, cancelling during development... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/29/games-that-dont-exist-anymore/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/29/games-that-dont-exist-anymore/">Games that don’t exist anymore</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Lisa and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss games that don’t exist anymore! This could be because of licensing, cancelling during development... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: All the announcements from Gamescom 2024! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/27/up-to-date-all-the-announcement-from-gamescom-2024/ Mon, 26 Aug 2024 21:00:37 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5418 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Pedro and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the big announcements from Gamescom 2024!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/27/up-to-date-all-the-announcement-from-gamescom-2024/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/27/up-to-date-all-the-announcement-from-gamescom-2024/">Up To Date: All the announcements from Gamescom 2024!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Pedro and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the big announcements from Gamescom 2024!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... LEARN MORE  
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Office Fight with special guests from Fenix Studios! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/22/office-fight-with-special-guests-from-fenix-studios/ Wed, 21 Aug 2024 21:00:46 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5413 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and a group of special guests from Fenix Studios to discuss their new game, Office Fight! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/22/office-fight-with-special-guests-from-fenix-studios/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/22/office-fight-with-special-guests-from-fenix-studios/">Office Fight with special guests from Fenix Studios!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Charlie and a group of special guests from Fenix Studios to discuss their new game, Office Fight! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: Tango Gameworks saved from closure by Krafton acquisition and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/20/up-to-date-tango-gameworks-saved-from-closure-by-krafton-acquisition-and-more/ Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:00:13 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5412 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including Tango Gameworks being saved from closure by... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/20/up-to-date-tango-gameworks-saved-from-closure-by-krafton-acquisition-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/20/up-to-date-tango-gameworks-saved-from-closure-by-krafton-acquisition-and-more/">Up To Date: Tango Gameworks saved from closure by Krafton acquisition and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including Tango Gameworks being saved from closure by... LEARN MORE  
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Cheating in video games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/15/cheating-in-video-games/ Wed, 14 Aug 2024 21:00:23 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5406 <p>Join David, Kolby, Bree and Victor in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss cheating in video games! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/15/cheating-in-video-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/15/cheating-in-video-games/">Cheating in video games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join David, Kolby, Bree and Victor in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss cheating in video games! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: New SEGA games premiering at Gamescom 2024 …along with a new unannounced title! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/13/up-to-date-new-sega-games-premiering-at-gamescom-2024-along-with-a-new-unannounced-title/ Mon, 12 Aug 2024 21:00:46 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5403 <p>Join David, Bree, Victor and Kody in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including what new announced SEGA game will... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/13/up-to-date-new-sega-games-premiering-at-gamescom-2024-along-with-a-new-unannounced-title/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/13/up-to-date-new-sega-games-premiering-at-gamescom-2024-along-with-a-new-unannounced-title/">Up To Date: New SEGA games premiering at Gamescom 2024 …along with a new unannounced title!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join David, Bree, Victor and Kody in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the gaming news of the week, including what new announced SEGA game will... LEARN MORE  
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Niche & New – The newest/strangest genres https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/08/niche-and-new/ Wed, 07 Aug 2024 21:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5397 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Edie and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss what new genres have popped up over the last decade including the strange and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/08/niche-and-new/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/08/niche-and-new/">Niche & New – The newest/strangest genres</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Edie and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss what new genres have popped up over the last decade including the strange and... LEARN MORE  
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Up to Date – Mario and Sonic will no longer be at the Olympic Games and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/06/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced-2-2/ Mon, 05 Aug 2024 21:00:17 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5396 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the fact that Mario and Sonic will no longer be at the Olympic Games and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/06/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced-2-2/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/06/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced-2-2/">Up to Date – Mario and Sonic will no longer be at the Olympic Games and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the fact that Mario and Sonic will no longer be at the Olympic Games and... LEARN MORE
 
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Gaming for lifestyle/habit forming https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/01/gaming-lifestyle-habit/ Wed, 31 Jul 2024 21:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5386 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Erielle and Kolby in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the ways video games motivate us to practice positive lifestyle habits.   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/01/gaming-lifestyle-habit/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/08/01/gaming-lifestyle-habit/">Gaming for lifestyle/habit forming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Erielle and Kolby in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the ways video games motivate us to practice positive lifestyle habits.   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Video game voice actors going on strike and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/30/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced-2/ Mon, 29 Jul 2024 21:00:08 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5385 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Erielle and Kolby in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the video game voice actors who are members of SAG-AFTRA officially going on strike... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/30/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced-2/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/30/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced-2/">Up To Date: Video game voice actors going on strike and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Erielle and Kolby in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the video game voice actors who are members of SAG-AFTRA officially going on strike... LEARN MORE
 
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Common gaming levels we love (or hate!) https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/25/common-gaming-levels-we-love-or-hate/ Wed, 24 Jul 2024 21:00:03 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5379 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss common gaming levels in video games!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/25/common-gaming-levels-we-love-or-hate/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/25/common-gaming-levels-we-love-or-hate/">Common gaming levels we love (or hate!)</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss common gaming levels in video games!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase winners announced! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/23/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced/ Mon, 22 Jul 2024 21:00:07 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5376 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the winners of the PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase!   Catch the latest... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/23/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/23/up-to-date-pax-aus-2024-indie-showcase-winners-announced/">Up To Date: PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase winners announced!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the winners of the PAX Aus 2024 Indie Showcase!   Catch the latest... LEARN MORE  
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Checkpoint’s 10th Birthday Trivia show! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/18/checkpoints-10th-birthday-trivia-show/ Wed, 17 Jul 2024 21:00:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5371 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and a full cast of Checkpoint voices in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they celebrate our 10th birthday with another round of gaming trivia!  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/18/checkpoints-10th-birthday-trivia-show/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/18/checkpoints-10th-birthday-trivia-show/">Checkpoint’s 10th Birthday Trivia show!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and a full cast of Checkpoint voices in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they celebrate our 10th birthday with another round of gaming trivia!  ... LEARN MORE  
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Up to Date: Nine Entertainment shuts down Kotaku Australian and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/16/up-to-date-nine-entertainment-shuts-down-kotaku-australian-and-more/ Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:00:46 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5370 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and a full cast of Checkpoint voices in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Nine Entertainment’s decision to shut down Kotaku Australian and more!... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/16/up-to-date-nine-entertainment-shuts-down-kotaku-australian-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/16/up-to-date-nine-entertainment-shuts-down-kotaku-australian-and-more/">Up to Date: Nine Entertainment shuts down Kotaku Australian and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and a full cast of Checkpoint voices in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Nine Entertainment’s decision to shut down Kotaku Australian and more!... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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The best of 2024 in gaming so far! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/11/the-best-of-2024-in-gaming-so-far/ Wed, 10 Jul 2024 21:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5360 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and Omi in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the games they have loved in the first half of 2024!   Catch... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/11/the-best-of-2024-in-gaming-so-far/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/11/the-best-of-2024-in-gaming-so-far/">The best of 2024 in gaming so far!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and Omi in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the games they have loved in the first half of 2024!   Catch... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Man arrested for carrying six-inch replica of Legend of Zelda Master Sword! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/09/up-to-date-man-arrested-for-carrying-six-inch-replica-of-legend-of-zelda-master-sword/ Mon, 08 Jul 2024 21:00:20 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5265 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Omi and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the arrest of a man carrying a six-inch replica of Legend of Zelda Master... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/09/up-to-date-man-arrested-for-carrying-six-inch-replica-of-legend-of-zelda-master-sword/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/09/up-to-date-man-arrested-for-carrying-six-inch-replica-of-legend-of-zelda-master-sword/">Up To Date: Man arrested for carrying six-inch replica of Legend of Zelda Master Sword!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Omi and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the arrest of a man carrying a six-inch replica of Legend of Zelda Master... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Talking DLC! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/04/talking-dlc/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 21:00:19 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5354 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about video game DLC! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/04/talking-dlc/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/04/talking-dlc/">Talking DLC!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk all about video game DLC! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: Ubisoft is working on Assassin’s Creed remakes and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/02/assassins-creed-remakes-and-more/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 21:00:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5353 <p>Join in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Elliot, Luke and Lisa as they talk about all the big news of the week including Ubisoft working on Assassin’s Creed... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/02/assassins-creed-remakes-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/07/02/assassins-creed-remakes-and-more/">Up To Date: Ubisoft is working on Assassin’s Creed remakes and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Elliot, Luke and Lisa as they talk about all the big news of the week including Ubisoft working on Assassin’s Creed... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Point and click adventure games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/27/point-and-click-adventure-games/ Wed, 26 Jun 2024 21:00:53 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5345 <p>Join Kody, Bree, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they deep dive into all things point and click adventure games! Catch the latest episode on... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/27/point-and-click-adventure-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/27/point-and-click-adventure-games/">Point and click adventure games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kody, Bree, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they deep dive into all things point and click adventure games! Catch the latest episode on... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: All the news from Nintendo Direct 2024! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/25/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-nintendo-direct-2024/ Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:00:13 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5344 <p>Join in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Kody, David, Bree and Edie discuss all the announcements in the Nintendo Direct 2024! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/25/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-nintendo-direct-2024/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/25/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-nintendo-direct-2024/">Up To Date: All the news from Nintendo Direct 2024!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Kody, David, Bree and Edie discuss all the announcements in the Nintendo Direct 2024! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Interview: Talking Avowed and legacy with Obsidian Entertainment https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/21/interview-talking-avowed-and-legacy-with-obsidian-entertainment/ Thu, 20 Jun 2024 23:00:42 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5339 <p>Join Luke, as he chats with special guests from Obsidian Entertainment all about Avowed, with Game Director Carrie Patel and Gameplay Director Gabe Paramo.   Catch the latest episode on... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/21/interview-talking-avowed-and-legacy-with-obsidian-entertainment/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/21/interview-talking-avowed-and-legacy-with-obsidian-entertainment/">Interview: Talking Avowed and legacy with Obsidian Entertainment</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, as he chats with special guests from Obsidian Entertainment all about Avowed, with Game Director Carrie Patel and Gameplay Director Gabe Paramo.   Catch the latest episode on... LEARN MORE  
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Summer Games Fest Recap 2024! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/20/summer-games-fest-recap-2024/ Wed, 19 Jun 2024 21:00:00 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5332 <p>Join Luke, Edie, Charlie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we talk about all the big news from this year’s Summer Games Fest   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/20/summer-games-fest-recap-2024/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/20/summer-games-fest-recap-2024/">Summer Games Fest Recap 2024!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Edie, Charlie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we talk about all the big news from this year’s Summer Games Fest   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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Up to Date: The announcement of an indie game kart racer and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/18/up-to-date-the-announcement-of-an-indie-game-kart-racer-and-more/ Tue, 18 Jun 2024 11:50:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5331 <p>Join Luke, Edie, Charlie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss more video game layoffs (as usual) and the announcement of an indie game kart... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/18/up-to-date-the-announcement-of-an-indie-game-kart-racer-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/18/up-to-date-the-announcement-of-an-indie-game-kart-racer-and-more/">Up to Date: The announcement of an indie game kart racer and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Edie, Charlie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss more video game layoffs (as usual) and the announcement of an indie game kart... LEARN MORE  
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First and Last – We discuss the very first game a studio created vs. their latest publication! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/13/first-and-last-we-discuss-the-very-first-game-a-studio-created-vs-their-latest-publication/ Wed, 12 Jun 2024 21:00:19 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5325 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Doug and Erielle in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how video game company’s first games are so drastically different to their most recent... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/13/first-and-last-we-discuss-the-very-first-game-a-studio-created-vs-their-latest-publication/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/13/first-and-last-we-discuss-the-very-first-game-a-studio-created-vs-their-latest-publication/">First and Last – We discuss the very first game a studio created vs. their latest publication!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Doug and Erielle in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how video game company’s first games are so drastically different to their most recent... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: Summer Games Fest highlights! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/11/up-to-date-summer-games-fest-highlights/ Mon, 10 Jun 2024 21:00:38 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5321 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Doug and Erielle in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk through all the Summer Games Fest highlights! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/11/up-to-date-summer-games-fest-highlights/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/11/up-to-date-summer-games-fest-highlights/">Up To Date: Summer Games Fest highlights!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Doug and Erielle in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk through all the Summer Games Fest highlights! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Radiothon 2024! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/06/radiothon-2024/ Wed, 05 Jun 2024 21:00:50 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5316 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and the whole Checkpoint crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they get into the competitive spirit for another wild Radiothon episode!   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/06/radiothon-2024/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/06/radiothon-2024/">Radiothon 2024!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and the whole Checkpoint crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they get into the competitive spirit for another wild Radiothon episode!   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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Up to Date: all the news from the Playstation State of Play and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/04/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-playstation-state-of-play-and-more/ Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:00:23 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5315 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and the whole Checkpoint crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about all the news from the most recent Playstation State of Play.... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/04/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-playstation-state-of-play-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/06/04/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-playstation-state-of-play-and-more/">Up to Date: all the news from the Playstation State of Play and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and the whole Checkpoint crew in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about all the news from the most recent Playstation State of Play.... LEARN MORE  
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Mental Health and its representation in video games https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/30/mental-health-and-its-representation-in-video-games/ Wed, 29 May 2024 21:00:22 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5308 <p>Join Luke, Charlie, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how mental health is represented in video games.   Catch the latest episode on... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/30/mental-health-and-its-representation-in-video-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/30/mental-health-and-its-representation-in-video-games/">Mental Health and its representation in video games</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Charlie, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how mental health is represented in video games.   Catch the latest episode on... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door includes trans character! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/28/up-to-date-paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door-includes-trans-character/ Mon, 27 May 2024 21:00:18 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5305 <p>Join Luke, Charlie, David and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door includes a trans character, Vivian.   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/28/up-to-date-paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door-includes-trans-character/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/28/up-to-date-paper-mario-the-thousand-year-door-includes-trans-character/">Up To Date: Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door includes trans character!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Charlie, David and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door includes a trans character, Vivian.   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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Video Game Towns! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/23/video-game-towns/ Wed, 22 May 2024 21:00:22 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5300 <p>Join Elliot, Lisa, Pedro and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the small time charm (and hidden secrets!) of towns in video games!   Catch... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/23/video-game-towns/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/23/video-game-towns/">Video Game Towns!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Lisa, Pedro and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the small time charm (and hidden secrets!) of towns in video games!   Catch... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Assassin’s Creed Shadows officially announced! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/21/up-to-date-assassins-creed-shadows-officially-announced/ Mon, 20 May 2024 21:00:29 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5297 <p>Join Elliot, Bree, Pedro and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they take a look at the new Assassin’s Creed Shadows trailer and the controversy surrounding it... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/21/up-to-date-assassins-creed-shadows-officially-announced/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/21/up-to-date-assassins-creed-shadows-officially-announced/">Up To Date: Assassin’s Creed Shadows officially announced!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Bree, Pedro and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they take a look at the new Assassin’s Creed Shadows trailer and the controversy surrounding it... LEARN MORE  
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Gaming in 2014 and 2004! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/16/gaming-in-2014-and-2004/ Wed, 15 May 2024 21:00:42 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5292 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they jump into a gaming time machine! That’s right, the gang goes back to 2014 and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/16/gaming-in-2014-and-2004/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/16/gaming-in-2014-and-2004/">Gaming in 2014 and 2004!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they jump into a gaming time machine! That’s right, the gang goes back to 2014 and... LEARN MORE  
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Up to date! Microsoft have closed down a number of Bethesda game studios and much more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/14/up-to-date-microsoft-have-closed-down-a-number-of-bethesda-game-studios-and-much-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 13 May 2024 21:00:41 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5289 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Edie and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Microsoft has closed a number of Bethesda studios, including Redfall maker Arkane Austin. Catch... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/14/up-to-date-microsoft-have-closed-down-a-number-of-bethesda-game-studios-and-much-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/14/up-to-date-microsoft-have-closed-down-a-number-of-bethesda-game-studios-and-much-more-gaming-news/">Up to date! Microsoft have closed down a number of Bethesda game studios and much more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Edie and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Microsoft has closed a number of Bethesda studios, including Redfall maker Arkane Austin. Catch... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Licensed Video Games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/09/licensed-video-games-2/ Wed, 08 May 2024 21:00:15 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5285 <p>Join Kolby, David, Victor and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about licensed games throughout the years, the good and the bad.   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/09/licensed-video-games-2/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/09/licensed-video-games-2/">Licensed Video Games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kolby, David, Victor and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about licensed games throughout the years, the good and the bad.   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Limited Run apologises for selling CD-Rs as authentic 3DO games https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/07/up-to-date-limited-run-apologises-for-selling-cd-rs-as-authentic-3do-games/ Mon, 06 May 2024 21:00:39 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5284 <p>Join Kolby, David, Victor and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Limited Run apologises for selling CD-Rs as authentic 3DO games   Catch the latest episode on... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/07/up-to-date-limited-run-apologises-for-selling-cd-rs-as-authentic-3do-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/07/up-to-date-limited-run-apologises-for-selling-cd-rs-as-authentic-3do-games/">Up To Date: Limited Run apologises for selling CD-Rs as authentic 3DO games</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kolby, David, Victor and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Limited Run apologises for selling CD-Rs as authentic 3DO games   Catch the latest episode on... LEARN MORE  
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Big in Japan! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/02/big-in-japan/ Wed, 01 May 2024 21:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5279 <p>Join Kolby, Charlie, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about all the tropes and genres that are big in gaming in Japan.  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/02/big-in-japan/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/05/02/big-in-japan/">Big in Japan!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kolby, Charlie, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about all the tropes and genres that are big in gaming in Japan.  ... LEARN MORE  
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Up to date: Nintendo properties are being removed from GMOD and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/30/up-to-date-nintendo-properties-are-being-removed-from-gmod-and-more/ Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5278 <p>Join Kolby, Charlie, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Nintendo properties are being removed from GMOD and more!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/30/up-to-date-nintendo-properties-are-being-removed-from-gmod-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/30/up-to-date-nintendo-properties-are-being-removed-from-gmod-and-more/">Up to date: Nintendo properties are being removed from GMOD and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Kolby, Charlie, Edie and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where Nintendo properties are being removed from GMOD and more!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... LEARN MORE  
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Gaming Communities https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/25/gaming-communities/ Wed, 24 Apr 2024 21:00:08 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5270 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Mel and Doug in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team chats about different communities in gaming, multiplayer groups, fandom, they cover it all!  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/25/gaming-communities/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/25/gaming-communities/">Gaming Communities</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Mel and Doug in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team chats about different communities in gaming, multiplayer groups, fandom, they cover it all!  ... LEARN MORE  
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Up to Date – Fallout TV show renewed for new season https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/23/up-to-date-fallout-tv-show-renewed-for-new-season/ Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:00:58 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5269 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Mel and Doug in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about potential further seasons of the Fallout TV series and how the show’s success... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/23/up-to-date-fallout-tv-show-renewed-for-new-season/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/23/up-to-date-fallout-tv-show-renewed-for-new-season/">Up to Date – Fallout TV show renewed for new season</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Mel and Doug in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about potential further seasons of the Fallout TV series and how the show’s success... LEARN MORE  
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Sexy gamer talk with Checkpoint…. https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/18/sexy-gamer-talk-with-checkpoint/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 21:00:23 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5258 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about all things sexy in video games! CW: discussion of dubious consent 40:00 –... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/18/sexy-gamer-talk-with-checkpoint/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/18/sexy-gamer-talk-with-checkpoint/">Sexy gamer talk with Checkpoint….</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about all things sexy in video games! CW: discussion of dubious consent 40:00 –... LEARN MORE CW: discussion of dubious consent 40:00 – 42:00
 
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Fallout 4 and Fallout 76 get free updates to celebrate the Fallout TV show’s launch! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/16/fallout-4-and-fallout-76-get-free-updates-to-celebrate-the-fallout-tv-shows-launch/ Mon, 15 Apr 2024 21:00:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5256 <p>Join Luke, Edie, Elliot and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the new indie games announced at the Triple-I Initiative showcase!   Catch the latest... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/16/fallout-4-and-fallout-76-get-free-updates-to-celebrate-the-fallout-tv-shows-launch/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/16/fallout-4-and-fallout-76-get-free-updates-to-celebrate-the-fallout-tv-shows-launch/">Fallout 4 and Fallout 76 get free updates to celebrate the Fallout TV show’s launch!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Edie, Elliot and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the new indie games announced at the Triple-I Initiative showcase!   Catch the latest... LEARN MORE  
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2024 Quarter One Wrap-up! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/11/2024-quarter-one-wrap-up/ Wed, 10 Apr 2024 21:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5251 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about all the big games from the first quarter of 2024, and discuss what might... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/11/2024-quarter-one-wrap-up/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/11/2024-quarter-one-wrap-up/">2024 Quarter One Wrap-up!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they chat about all the big games from the first quarter of 2024, and discuss what might... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date – All the great gags from April Fools and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/09/up-to-date-all-the-great-gags-from-april-fools-and-more/ Mon, 08 Apr 2024 21:00:09 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5250 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all of the fun gaming April Fools gags and the games with the most playtime... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/09/up-to-date-all-the-great-gags-from-april-fools-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/09/up-to-date-all-the-great-gags-from-april-fools-and-more/">Up To Date – All the great gags from April Fools and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all of the fun gaming April Fools gags and the games with the most playtime... LEARN MORE  
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Intersectionality in gaming https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/04/intersectionality-in-gaming/ Wed, 03 Apr 2024 20:00:04 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5241 <p>Join Elliot, Pedro, Mel and Erielle in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Intersectionality in gaming (“Intersectionality means the interconnection of social categorisation of identities. How someone’s... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/04/intersectionality-in-gaming/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/04/intersectionality-in-gaming/">Intersectionality in gaming</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Pedro, Mel and Erielle in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Intersectionality in gaming (“Intersectionality means the interconnection of social categorisation of identities. How someone’s... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Marvel Rivals – a new F2P team-based game announced! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/02/up-to-date-marvel-rivals-a-new-ftp-team-based-game-announced/ Mon, 01 Apr 2024 20:00:44 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5238 <p>Join Elliot, Mel, Erielle and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how Embracer divests Gearbox to Take-Two Interactive   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/02/up-to-date-marvel-rivals-a-new-ftp-team-based-game-announced/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/04/02/up-to-date-marvel-rivals-a-new-ftp-team-based-game-announced/">Up To Date: Marvel Rivals – a new F2P team-based game announced!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Mel, Erielle and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss how Embracer divests Gearbox to Take-Two Interactive   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... LEARN MORE  
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Horror Games in 2024! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/28/horror-games-in-2024/ Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:00:29 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5231 <p>Join Luke, Bree and Omi in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss horror games in 2024, what kind of games are we seeing the most of and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/28/horror-games-in-2024/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/28/horror-games-in-2024/">Horror Games in 2024!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Bree and Omi in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss horror games in 2024, what kind of games are we seeing the most of and... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: the announcement of a movie based on The Sims and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/26/up-to-date-the-announcement-of-a-movie-based-on-the-sims-and-more/ Mon, 25 Mar 2024 20:00:05 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5230 <p>Join Luke, Bree and Omi in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the announcement of a movie based on The Sims, a Will Smith zombie game no... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/26/up-to-date-the-announcement-of-a-movie-based-on-the-sims-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/26/up-to-date-the-announcement-of-a-movie-based-on-the-sims-and-more/">Up To Date: the announcement of a movie based on The Sims and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Bree and Omi in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the announcement of a movie based on The Sims, a Will Smith zombie game no... LEARN MORE  
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One and done – video game sequels we never got :( https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/21/one-and-done-video-game-sequels-we-never-got/ Wed, 20 Mar 2024 20:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5225 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the video game sequels that never happened.   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/21/one-and-done-video-game-sequels-we-never-got/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/21/one-and-done-video-game-sequels-we-never-got/">One and done – video game sequels we never got :(</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the video game sequels that never happened.   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:  ... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Insomniac breach shows leaked trailer footage from the Spider – Man: The Great Web https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/19/up-to-date-insomniac-breach-shows-leaked-trailer-footage-from-the-spider-man-the-great-web/ Mon, 18 Mar 2024 20:00:57 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5223 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team talk about the latest from the Insomniac game breach – footage from the so far... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/19/up-to-date-insomniac-breach-shows-leaked-trailer-footage-from-the-spider-man-the-great-web/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/19/up-to-date-insomniac-breach-shows-leaked-trailer-footage-from-the-spider-man-the-great-web/">Up To Date: Insomniac breach shows leaked trailer footage from the Spider – Man: The Great Web</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and Bree in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team talk about the latest from the Insomniac game breach – footage from the so far... LEARN MORE  
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Technological Changes in Games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/14/technological-changes-in-game/ Wed, 13 Mar 2024 20:00:44 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5211 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the amazing ways gaming has evolved over the years from the first computer game... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/14/technological-changes-in-game/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/14/technological-changes-in-game/">Technological Changes in Games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the amazing ways gaming has evolved over the years from the first computer game... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: All the news from the Xbox Partner Preview and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/12/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-xbox-partner-preview-and-more/ Mon, 11 Mar 2024 20:00:53 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5210 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team go through all the news from the Xbox Partner Preview, how many discs the Xbox... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/12/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-xbox-partner-preview-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/12/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-xbox-partner-preview-and-more/">Up To Date: All the news from the Xbox Partner Preview and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team go through all the news from the Xbox Partner Preview, how many discs the Xbox... LEARN MORE  
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Final Fantasy Special! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/07/final-fantasy-special/ Wed, 06 Mar 2024 20:00:44 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5202 <p>Join Luke, Charlie, Kolby and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all things Final Fantasy! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/07/final-fantasy-special/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/07/final-fantasy-special/">Final Fantasy Special!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Charlie, Kolby and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all things Final Fantasy! Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up... LEARN MORE Catch the latest episode on Spotify:


 
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Up To Date: More gaming layoffs https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/05/up-to-date-more-gaming-layoffs/ Mon, 04 Mar 2024 20:00:43 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5197 <p>Join Luke, Kolby, Pedro and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as more gaming industry layoffs that... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/05/up-to-date-more-gaming-layoffs/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/03/05/up-to-date-more-gaming-layoffs/">Up To Date: More gaming layoffs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Kolby, Pedro and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss all the gaming news of the week, such as more gaming industry layoffs that... LEARN MORE  
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Fantasy Races in Gaming! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/29/fantasy-races-in-gaming/ Wed, 28 Feb 2024 20:00:10 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5188 <p>Join Elliot, Mel and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about all the different kinds of fantasy races in gaming.   Catch the latest episode... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/29/fantasy-races-in-gaming/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/29/fantasy-races-in-gaming/">Fantasy Races in Gaming!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Mel and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about all the different kinds of fantasy races in gaming.   Catch the latest episode... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date – the recent Nintendo Partner Direct and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/27/up-to-date-the-recent-nintendo-partner-direct-and-more/ Mon, 26 Feb 2024 20:00:43 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5186 <p>Join Elliot, Mel and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they team discuss the recent Nintendo Partner Direct.   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/27/up-to-date-the-recent-nintendo-partner-direct-and-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/27/up-to-date-the-recent-nintendo-partner-direct-and-more/">Up To Date – the recent Nintendo Partner Direct and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Mel and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they team discuss the recent Nintendo Partner Direct.   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving... LEARN MORE  
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Character battle – Pirates vs. Knights vs. Samurais https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/22/character-battle-pirates-vs-knights-vs-samurais/ Wed, 21 Feb 2024 20:00:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5176 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they dissect the elements that makes playing pirates, knights and samurais so cool!   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/22/character-battle-pirates-vs-knights-vs-samurais/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/22/character-battle-pirates-vs-knights-vs-samurais/">Character battle – Pirates vs. Knights vs. Samurais</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Bree and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they dissect the elements that makes playing pirates, knights and samurais so cool!   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: All the news from the Future of Xbox podcast! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/20/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-future-of-xbox-podcast/ Mon, 19 Feb 2024 20:00:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5175 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Bree and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss all the news from Xbox via their Future of Xbox podcast!   Catch the... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/20/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-future-of-xbox-podcast/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/20/up-to-date-all-the-news-from-the-future-of-xbox-podcast/">Up To Date: All the news from the Future of Xbox podcast!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Bree and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss all the news from Xbox via their Future of Xbox podcast!   Catch the... LEARN MORE  
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The State of Live Service Games https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/15/the-state-of-live-service-games/ Wed, 14 Feb 2024 20:00:19 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5170 <p>Join Luke, Kolby, Doug and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the discuss the current state of live service games.   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/15/the-state-of-live-service-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/15/the-state-of-live-service-games/">The State of Live Service Games</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Kolby, Doug and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the discuss the current state of live service games.   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date – an Elden Ring mobile game is in development and so much more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/13/up-to-date-an-elden-ring-mobile-game-is-in-development-and-so-much-more/ Mon, 12 Feb 2024 20:00:49 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5169 <p>Join Luke, Doug, Kolby and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the development of an Elden Ring mobile game and so much more gaming news!... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/13/up-to-date-an-elden-ring-mobile-game-is-in-development-and-so-much-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/13/up-to-date-an-elden-ring-mobile-game-is-in-development-and-so-much-more/">Up To Date – an Elden Ring mobile game is in development and so much more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Doug, Kolby and Charlie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the development of an Elden Ring mobile game and so much more gaming news!... LEARN MORE  
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Portrayal of real life locations in video games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/08/portrayal-of-real-life-locations-in-video-games/ Wed, 07 Feb 2024 20:00:51 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5162 <p>Join Elliot, Edie, Lisa and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about portrayals of real life locations in video games!   Catch the latest episode... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/08/portrayal-of-real-life-locations-in-video-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/08/portrayal-of-real-life-locations-in-video-games/">Portrayal of real life locations in video games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Edie, Lisa and Pedro in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they talk about portrayals of real life locations in video games!   Catch the latest episode... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: We discuss all the announcements from PlayStation State of Play and much more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/06/up-to-date-we-discuss-all-the-announcements-from-playstation-state-of-play-and-much-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 05 Feb 2024 20:00:24 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5161 <p>Join Elliot, Pedro, Edie and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the announcements from PlayStation State of Play and much more gaming news!   Catch... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/06/up-to-date-we-discuss-all-the-announcements-from-playstation-state-of-play-and-much-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/06/up-to-date-we-discuss-all-the-announcements-from-playstation-state-of-play-and-much-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: We discuss all the announcements from PlayStation State of Play and much more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Pedro, Edie and Lisa in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the announcements from PlayStation State of Play and much more gaming news!   Catch... LEARN MORE  
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Aussie Games of 2024+Beyond with special guests Chantel & Mickey of Little Pink Clouds https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/01/aussie-games-of-2024beyond-with-special-guests-chantel-mickey-of-little-pink-clouds/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 20:00:35 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5154 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie along with special guests Chantel & Mickey of Little Pink Clouds in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the cool Australian... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/01/aussie-games-of-2024beyond-with-special-guests-chantel-mickey-of-little-pink-clouds/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/02/01/aussie-games-of-2024beyond-with-special-guests-chantel-mickey-of-little-pink-clouds/">Aussie Games of 2024+Beyond with special guests Chantel & Mickey of Little Pink Clouds</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and Charlie along with special guests Chantel & Mickey of Little Pink Clouds in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the cool Australian... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: the explosive launch of Palworld and so much more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/30/up-to-date-the-explosive-launch-of-palworld-and-so-much-more/ Mon, 29 Jan 2024 20:00:11 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5152 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and special guests Chantel & Mickey of Little Pink Clouds in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team discuss the explosive launch of Palworld... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/30/up-to-date-the-explosive-launch-of-palworld-and-so-much-more/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/30/up-to-date-the-explosive-launch-of-palworld-and-so-much-more/">Up To Date: the explosive launch of Palworld and so much more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie and special guests Chantel & Mickey of Little Pink Clouds in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where the team discuss the explosive launch of Palworld... LEARN MORE  
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Nintendo 2024 Preview – What releases and possible announcements will be made this year? https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/25/nintendo-in-2024-we-discuss-what-releases-and-possible-announcements-will-be-made-this-year/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 20:00:47 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5138 <p>Join Elliot and Luke in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Nintendo in 2024!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up to diversity... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/25/nintendo-in-2024-we-discuss-what-releases-and-possible-announcements-will-be-made-this-year/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/25/nintendo-in-2024-we-discuss-what-releases-and-possible-announcements-will-be-made-this-year/">Nintendo 2024 Preview – What releases and possible announcements will be made this year?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot and Luke in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss Nintendo in 2024!   Catch the latest episode on Spotify:   Giving a 1-Up to diversity... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Xbox 2024 Developer Direct and much more gaming news https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/23/xbox-2024-developer-direct-we-discuss-all-the-games-shown-and-much-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 22 Jan 2024 20:00:59 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5135 <p>Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss all the latest gaming news of the week, including looking at all the new announcements from... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/23/xbox-2024-developer-direct-we-discuss-all-the-games-shown-and-much-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/23/xbox-2024-developer-direct-we-discuss-all-the-games-shown-and-much-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: Xbox 2024 Developer Direct and much more gaming news</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke and Elliot in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss all the latest gaming news of the week, including looking at all the new announcements from... LEARN MORE  
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2024 Multiplatform Preview! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/18/2024-multiplatform-preview/ Wed, 17 Jan 2024 20:00:52 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5128 <p>Join Luke, Elliot and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the exciting new games that might be available across multiple platforms in 2024.  ... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/18/2024-multiplatform-preview/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/18/2024-multiplatform-preview/">2024 Multiplatform Preview!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the exciting new games that might be available across multiple platforms in 2024.  ... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Discrimination against “old white guys” and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/16/up-to-date-changes-to-valves-ai-content/ Mon, 15 Jan 2024 20:00:45 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5124 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the news updates from this week including more layoffs in the gaming industry, a... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/16/up-to-date-changes-to-valves-ai-content/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/16/up-to-date-changes-to-valves-ai-content/">Up To Date: Discrimination against “old white guys” and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, and David in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss all the news updates from this week including more layoffs in the gaming industry, a... LEARN MORE  
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PlayStation and Xbox – 2024 and beyond! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/11/playstation-and-xbox-2024-and-beyond/ Wed, 10 Jan 2024 20:00:23 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5113 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Omi, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the future of both PlayStation and Xbox and discuss what each company has... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/11/playstation-and-xbox-2024-and-beyond/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/11/playstation-and-xbox-2024-and-beyond/">PlayStation and Xbox – 2024 and beyond!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Omi, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where they discuss the future of both PlayStation and Xbox and discuss what each company has... LEARN MORE  
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Up To Date: Bobby Kotick officially leaves Activision Blizzard and more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/09/up-to-date-bobby-kotick-officially-leaves-activision-blizzard-and-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 08 Jan 2024 20:00:16 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5112 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Omi, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss the latest gaming news, including a new horror Mickey Mouse game coming out... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/09/up-to-date-bobby-kotick-officially-leaves-activision-blizzard-and-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2024/01/09/up-to-date-bobby-kotick-officially-leaves-activision-blizzard-and-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: Bobby Kotick officially leaves Activision Blizzard and more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Omi, Charlie and Edie in this episode of Checkpoint on JOY where we discuss the latest gaming news, including a new horror Mickey Mouse game coming out... LEARN MORE  
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Checkpoint Rewind Trivia 2023! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/21/checkpoint-trivia-2023/ Wed, 20 Dec 2023 20:00:08 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5074 <p>Join Elliot, Luke, Omi, Charlie and Bree as they battle it out in this year’s Checkpoint Rewind Trivia. Let’s wrap up the year Checkpoint style with gaming trivia and test... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/21/checkpoint-trivia-2023/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/21/checkpoint-trivia-2023/">Checkpoint Rewind Trivia 2023!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke, Omi, Charlie and Bree as they battle it out in this year’s Checkpoint Rewind Trivia. Let’s wrap up the year Checkpoint style with gaming trivia and test... LEARN MORE Let’s wrap up the year Checkpoint style with gaming trivia and test our knowledge on the year just gone. Who will win? Who will die? Find out!
Don’t miss any of the action and don’t forget to check out the first half of this podcast to keep up to date!
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Up To Date: Don’t huff your Steam Deck’s exhaust fumes and so much more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/19/this-week-on-the-show-steam-wants-you-to-stop-huffing-the-fumes-from-your-steam-deck/ Mon, 18 Dec 2023 20:00:48 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5073 <p>It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie,... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/19/this-week-on-the-show-steam-wants-you-to-stop-huffing-the-fumes-from-your-steam-deck/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/19/this-week-on-the-show-steam-wants-you-to-stop-huffing-the-fumes-from-your-steam-deck/">Up To Date: Don’t huff your Steam Deck’s exhaust fumes and so much more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie,... LEARN MORE Join Elliot, Luke, Charlie, Omi and Bree as we talk through our regular weekly segments, including Playing With Yourself, where we take you through the games we’ve been playing this week.
This week on the show, Steam wants you to stop huffing the fumes from your Steam Deck and so much more!
Tune in to Checkpoint every Saturday from 2:00 pm for all the latest updates check out checkpointgaming.net. Like us on Facebook & Instagram and be sure to subscribe and rate this podcast.

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Checkpoint Gaming Game of the Year 2023! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/14/the-checkpoint-game-of-the-year-episode/ Wed, 13 Dec 2023 20:00:26 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5064 <p>Join Elliot, Luke and a number of members of the Checkpoint team as we take you through our biggest episode of the year – our Game of the Year countdown!... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/14/the-checkpoint-game-of-the-year-episode/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/14/the-checkpoint-game-of-the-year-episode/">Checkpoint Gaming Game of the Year 2023!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Luke and a number of members of the Checkpoint team as we take you through our biggest episode of the year – our Game of the Year countdown!... LEARN MORE What out of all the games released this year are amongst the Checkpoint team’s top 10 games of 2023? Listen in as we countdown which game earned our prestigious Game of the year!
Don’t miss any of the action and don’t forget to check out the first half of this podcast to keep up to date!
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Up To Date: All the 2023 winners from The Game Awards and more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/12/up-to-date-all-the-2023-winners-from-the-game-awards-and-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 11 Dec 2023 20:00:31 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5061 <p>It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Elliot, Luke and... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/12/up-to-date-all-the-2023-winners-from-the-game-awards-and-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/12/12/up-to-date-all-the-2023-winners-from-the-game-awards-and-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: All the 2023 winners from The Game Awards and more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Elliot, Luke and... LEARN MORE Join Elliot, Luke and a number of other Checkpoint regulars as we talk through our regular weekly segments, including Playing With Yourself, where we take you through the games we’ve been playing this week. We also discuss what games are Coming Out over the next week.
This week on the show, the GTA VI trailer debut and much more!
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Broken Roads & Morality in Gaming – with special guest Anniemay Parker! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/30/broken-roads-morality-in-gaming-with-special-guest-anniemay-parker/ Wed, 29 Nov 2023 20:00:48 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5058 <p>Join Elliot, Lisa, Charlie and special guest Anniemay Parker from Drop Bear Bytes as they talk about morality in video games This week on the show, members of the Checkpoint... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/30/broken-roads-morality-in-gaming-with-special-guest-anniemay-parker/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/30/broken-roads-morality-in-gaming-with-special-guest-anniemay-parker/">Broken Roads & Morality in Gaming – with special guest Anniemay Parker!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Elliot, Lisa, Charlie and special guest Anniemay Parker from Drop Bear Bytes as they talk about morality in video games This week on the show, members of the Checkpoint... LEARN MORE This week on the show, members of the Checkpoint crew talk with Anniemay Parker about the game Broken Roads and how it uses morality as narrative.
Don’t miss any of the action and don’t forget to check out the first half of this podcast to keep up to date!
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Up To Date: Simpsons Hit and Run devs talk on scrapped sequel and more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/28/up-to-date-simpsons-hit-and-run-devs-talk-on-scrapped-sequel-and-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 27 Nov 2023 20:00:02 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5057 <p>It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Elliot, Lisa, Charlie... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/28/up-to-date-simpsons-hit-and-run-devs-talk-on-scrapped-sequel-and-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/28/up-to-date-simpsons-hit-and-run-devs-talk-on-scrapped-sequel-and-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: Simpsons Hit and Run devs talk on scrapped sequel and more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Elliot, Lisa, Charlie... LEARN MORE Join Elliot, Lisa, Charlie and special guest Anniemay Parker as we talk through our regular weekly segments, including Playing With Yourself, where we take you through the games we’ve been playing this week. We also discuss what games are Coming Out over the next week.
This week on the show, the crew talks about the announcement of the third Subnautica game and the scrapped Simpsons Hit and Run sequel.
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Video Game Flops and Controversies of 2023! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/23/video-game-flops-and-controversies-of-2023/ Wed, 22 Nov 2023 20:00:37 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5050 <p>Join Luke, Elliot, Edie and Omi as they talk about all the biggest video game controversies and flops of 2023! This week on the show, members of the Checkpoint crew... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/23/video-game-flops-and-controversies-of-2023/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/23/video-game-flops-and-controversies-of-2023/">Video Game Flops and Controversies of 2023!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Elliot, Edie and Omi as they talk about all the biggest video game controversies and flops of 2023! This week on the show, members of the Checkpoint crew... LEARN MORE This week on the show, members of the Checkpoint crew talk about the biggest video game flops including the 2023 games ranked lowest and the biggest video game dramas of the year!
Don’t miss any of the action and don’t forget to check out the first half of this podcast to keep up to date!
Giving a 1-UP to diversity in gaming.
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Up To Date: Nominees for The Game Awards 2023 have been revealed and more gaming news! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/21/up-to-date-nominees-for-the-game-awards-2023-have-been-revealed-and-more-gaming-news/ Mon, 20 Nov 2023 20:00:28 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5047 <p>It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Luke, Elliot, Edie... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/21/up-to-date-nominees-for-the-game-awards-2023-have-been-revealed-and-more-gaming-news/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/21/up-to-date-nominees-for-the-game-awards-2023-have-been-revealed-and-more-gaming-news/">Up To Date: Nominees for The Game Awards 2023 have been revealed and more gaming news!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Luke, Elliot, Edie... LEARN MORE Join Luke, Elliot, Edie and Omi as we talk through our regular weekly segments, including Playing With Yourself, where we take you through the games we’ve been playing this week. We also discuss what games are Coming Out over the next week.
This week on the show, the crew talks about how PlayStation Portal now has an official release date and so much more!
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Celebrities in video games! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/16/celebrities-in-video-games/ Wed, 15 Nov 2023 20:00:12 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5044 <p>Join Luke, Kolby, Mel and Victor as they talk about all the different weird and wacky ways that celebrities make appearances in video games. Do we like seeing celebrities in... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/16/celebrities-in-video-games/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/16/celebrities-in-video-games/">Celebrities in video games!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> Join Luke, Kolby, Mel and Victor as they talk about all the different weird and wacky ways that celebrities make appearances in video games. Do we like seeing celebrities in... LEARN MORE Do we like seeing celebrities in games, and are their certain ways that their inclusion can be detrimental to the experience? There’s heaps for our crew to chat about this week!
Don’t miss any of the action and don’t forget to check out the first half of this podcast to keep up to date!
Giving a 1-UP to diversity in gaming.
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Up To Date: the announcement of a live action Zelda movie and more! https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/14/the-early-access-launch-of-moonlight-in-garland-3/ Mon, 13 Nov 2023 20:00:21 +0000 https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/?p=5043 <p>It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Luke, Kolby, Mel... </p> <p><a class="btn btn-md btn-default" href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/14/the-early-access-launch-of-moonlight-in-garland-3/">LEARN MORE</a></p> <p>The post <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint/2023/11/14/the-early-access-launch-of-moonlight-in-garland-3/">Up To Date: the announcement of a live action Zelda movie and more!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://joy.org.au/checkpoint">Checkpoint</a>.</p> It’s time for your weekly update from the Checkpoint team with all the latest info you need to survive another week in the video games industry! Join Luke, Kolby, Mel... LEARN MORE Join Luke, Kolby, Mel and Victor as we talk through our regular weekly segments, including Playing With Yourself, where we take you through the games we’ve been playing this week. We also discuss what games are Coming Out over the next week.
This week on the show, the crew talks about the announcement of a live action the Legend of Zelda movie and so much more!
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