Firelink
- Episodes
- 136
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- weekly
- Latest episode
- Nov 6, 2026
About the podcast
Marty Sliva, Nick Calandra, and KC Nwosu are back for a brand new podcast here on Second Wind. Each week we'll be discussing the latest gaming news, hot topics, what we've been playing... and maybe even a craft beer review.
Episodes 136
The Elder Scrolls VI Has a Name and God of War Laufey Has a Delay | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel, Xbox/Arkane drama, God of War Laufey's delay, and thoughts on what they've been playing, including the opening hours of The …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about The Elder Scrolls VI: Sentinel, Xbox/Arkane drama, God of War Laufey's delay, and thoughts on what they've been playing, including the opening hours of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Pouring One Out For BioWare | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the end of BioWare, Duskbloods slipping to 2027, and all the rad games they've been playing.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded …
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This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the end of BioWare, Duskbloods slipping to 2027, and all the rad games they've been playing.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Game Companies Sure Seem to Love Their AI Controversies... | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about just how many times game companies can step in the AI pile in one week. Apparently, it's a lot.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and …
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This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about just how many times game companies can step in the AI pile in one week. Apparently, it's a lot.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Burnout Is Back in Star Wars: Galactic Racer | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about Xbox XP, games like Silent Hill and Control being fixed after launch, and all the big games they've been playing, including Star Wars: Galactic Racer, aka …
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This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about Xbox XP, games like Silent Hill and Control being fixed after launch, and all the big games they've been playing, including Star Wars: Galactic Racer, aka, the spiritual successor to Burnout.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Frankly, There Are Too Many Video Games to Play Right Now | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the deluge of big games they've been playing, including Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Silent Hill: Townfall, Control: Resonant, Gears of War: E-Day, and …
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This week on Firelink Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the deluge of big games they've been playing, including Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave, Silent Hill: Townfall, Control: Resonant, Gears of War: E-Day, and more.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Bungie's Big Reset & Halo Goes to... Activision? | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink Nick and KC chat about the big game news and releases of the week, and discuss the big Halo news that has a lot of divided opinions on the internet.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink Nick and KC chat about the big game news and releases of the week, and discuss the big Halo news that has a lot of divided opinions on the internet.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Why Is Marvel's Wolverine Breaking the Internet? | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, KC, Nick, and Marty chat about the big game news and releases of the week, including a deep dive into everything surrounding Marvel's Wolverine.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink, KC, Nick, and Marty chat about the big game news and releases of the week, including a deep dive into everything surrounding Marvel's Wolverine.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Kojima Drama, Steam's Wild Leak, and Ocarina of Time Remake Thoughts | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the Kojima/PlayStation/Xbox drama, the wild leaks coming out of Steam, the Nintendo Direct + Zelda showcases, and thoughts on big new games like Onimusha.Second …
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This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the Kojima/PlayStation/Xbox drama, the wild leaks coming out of Steam, the Nintendo Direct + Zelda showcases, and thoughts on big new games like Onimusha.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
The Fall Release Floodgates Have Opened | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick and Marty chat about the deluge of releases both big and small that show no sign of stopping -- Moonlighter 2, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Orbitals, Onimusha: Way of the Sword …
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This week on Firelink, Nick and Marty chat about the deluge of releases both big and small that show no sign of stopping -- Moonlighter 2, The Blood of Dawnwalker, Orbitals, Onimusha: Way of the Sword, Halloween, and more.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
So About That Grand Theft Auto VI Showcase... | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty go deep on the Netflix Grand Theft Auto 6 showcase, clean up some lingering Gamescom stories, and chat about the new games they've been playing, including Star Wars …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty go deep on the Netflix Grand Theft Auto 6 showcase, clean up some lingering Gamescom stories, and chat about the new games they've been playing, including Star Wars Zero Company and Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
We Finally Know What The Duskbloods Is | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the info dump surrounding From Software's The Duskbloods, reports surrounding Sony's Horizon franchise, and impressions of what they've been playing.Second …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the info dump surrounding From Software's The Duskbloods, reports surrounding Sony's Horizon franchise, and impressions of what they've been playing.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
The Slippery Slope of "Inspired By..." | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick and Marty chat about the slippery slope of making a game fully "inspired by" a classic, the small bit of Elder Scrolls 6 news, and Saber Interactive's CEO being a completely out of …
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This week on Firelink, Nick and Marty chat about the slippery slope of making a game fully "inspired by" a classic, the small bit of Elder Scrolls 6 news, and Saber Interactive's CEO being a completely out of touch corpo.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
How Much Did Netflix Pay For Their Grand Theft Auto 6 Debut?! | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, KC and Marty run down this week's news, including the next big Grand Theft Auto VI reveal debuting on Netflix, Nintendo's latest Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Direct, and reports that Dave …
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This week on Firelink, KC and Marty run down this week's news, including the next big Grand Theft Auto VI reveal debuting on Netflix, Nintendo's latest Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave Direct, and reports that Dave Bautista might be stepping into the role of Kratos.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
The Remakes Will Continue Until Morale Improves | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty continue their chat about their history with video game remakes and why the current trend of all AAA publishers doing them is here to stay.Second Wind is fully …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty continue their chat about their history with video game remakes and why the current trend of all AAA publishers doing them is here to stay.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Modern Indie Games That Changed the Industry | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty continue their discussion from last week, this time focusing on the modern indies that have reshaped the gaming landscape.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty continue their discussion from last week, this time focusing on the modern indies that have reshaped the gaming landscape.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Modern Games That Changed the Industry | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about recent games that changed the industry.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about recent games that changed the industry.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
What Are We Doing Here, Xbox? | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the recent update in Xbox's big studio reset.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as …
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This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the recent update in Xbox's big studio reset.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
PlayStation Just Dealt Game Preservation a Massive Blow | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about Sony's decision to move away from physical games.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little …
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This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about Sony's decision to move away from physical games.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
The Road to GTA 6 Has Begun | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the details surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI's launch, Netflix's new horror game, and what they've been playing.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and …
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This week on Firelink, KC and Marty chat about the details surrounding Grand Theft Auto VI's launch, Netflix's new horror game, and what they've been playing.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
The Xbox News Is Infuriating, Devastating, and Exhausting | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the reports of a bloody summer for Xbox.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the reports of a bloody summer for Xbox.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Highs (and Lows) of Summer Game Fest 2026 | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about their favorite games of Summer Game Fest, refresh their Fantasy Critic draft, and bemoan yet another round of layoffs at Ubisoft and Xbox.Second Wind is …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about their favorite games of Summer Game Fest, refresh their Fantasy Critic draft, and bemoan yet another round of layoffs at Ubisoft and Xbox.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Summer Game Fest Predictions and Speculation | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty give their thoughts on Tuesday's State of Play showcase before looking forward to this weekend's Summer Game Fest shenanigans.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty give their thoughts on Tuesday's State of Play showcase before looking forward to this weekend's Summer Game Fest shenanigans.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Stop Watching This and Go Play Mina the Hollower and 007 First Light | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the pair of excellent new releases in Mina the Hollower and 007 First Light, break down the insane price increases on Valve's Steam Deck, and marvel at The …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the pair of excellent new releases in Mina the Hollower and 007 First Light, break down the insane price increases on Valve's Steam Deck, and marvel at The Witcher III getting a new expansion 12 years later.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Dream Pairings of Developers and IP | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the Kingdom Come devs making a Middle-earth game, Destiny's uncertain future, and early impressions of the big new games.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the Kingdom Come devs making a Middle-earth game, Destiny's uncertain future, and early impressions of the big new games.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Mortal Kombat II Impressions, Mixtape’s Ridiculous Drama, and More | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the the silly drama surrounding Mixtape, a game update from Sega, impressions of the new Mortal Kombat movie, and more.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the the silly drama surrounding Mixtape, a game update from Sega, impressions of the new Mortal Kombat movie, and more.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Nintendo's Star Fox Surprise | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the surprise Star Fox announcement, the new Stranger Than Heaven showcase, and the new games they've been playing.Second Wind is fully independent …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the surprise Star Fox announcement, the new Stranger Than Heaven showcase, and the new games they've been playing.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Our Early Thoughts on Saros, the Big New PS5 Exclusive | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about their time in the opening hours of Saros, PlayStation's DRM drama, and Xbox's dour financials.Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about their time in the opening hours of Saros, PlayStation's DRM drama, and Xbox's dour financials.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
Building a Showcase, Black Flag Returns, and More | Firelink Podcast
<p>This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about what goes into building a video game showcase, Black Flag Resynced, and Xbox Game Pass getting the rare price reduction.</p><p>Second Wind is fully …
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<p>This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about what goes into building a video game showcase, Black Flag Resynced, and Xbox Game Pass getting the rare price reduction.</p>
<p>Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at <a href="https://www.patreon.com/SecondWindGroup" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">patreon.com/SecondWindGroup</a></p>
Pragmata Rules, Rockstar's Been Hacked, and Bloodborne Is Getting Movie'd | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the specific high and low points of each major platform, thoughts on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and what they've been playing.Second Wind is fully …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the specific high and low points of each major platform, thoughts on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and what they've been playing.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
The High (and Low) Points of Nintendo, PlayStation, and Xbox | Firelink Podcast
This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the specific high and low points of each major platform, thoughts on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and what they've been playing.Second Wind is fully …
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This week on Firelink, Nick, KC, and Marty chat about the specific high and low points of each major platform, thoughts on the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and what they've been playing.
Second Wind is fully independent, employee-owned and fan-funded. Consider supporting us on Patreon for as little as $1/month at patreon.com/SecondWindGroup
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