The 8BA Podcast is a casual talk show where we discuss geeky pop culture and relay some of our favorite news of the past week.

QUICKFIRE NEWS

Activision-Blizzard. Chief Administrative Officer and former Trump admin Brian Bulatao sent a letter to employees asking them to “consider the consequences” of unionizing.

Sonic the Hedgehog. Trailer for the sequel film was released, showcasing Tails, Knuckles, and Chaos Emeralds. Also received a trailer for Sonic Frontiers, Sonic Team’s next 3D game.

Final Fantasy 7 Remake. Coming to PC via the Epic Games store December 16th.

Star Wars: Eclipse. Trailer for High Republic era game by Quantic.

Tunic. Cute Zelda-style game finally has a demo and release date – March 16th.

DEEP DIVE

Indie World Showcase – Sea of Stars (Sabotage), has music by Mitsuda – Holiday 2022; Aliisha (Underscore) – Spring 2022; Locomotive (Robust Games) – Summer 2022; Afterlove EP (Pikselnesia) – Summer 2022; Dungeon Munchies (Chorus) – Later today; Figment 2 (Bedtime Digital) – 2/22, demo later today; Let’s Play: Oink Games (Oink Games), later today; Endling (Herobeat) – Spring 2022; OlliOlli World (Private Division) – 2/8/22; River City Girls 2 (WayForward), has music by Megan McDuffy – Summer 2022; Parkasaurus (Washbear); Don’t Starve Together (Klei) – Spring 2022; Chicory (Finji); Baby Storm (Baby Corp); Grime (Clover Bite); Gerda (PortaPlay); Timelie (Zordix) – Later today; Behind the Frame (Silver Lining); Omori (Omocat) – Spring 2022