I'm of the opinion that our new website for @playday.one is one of the prettiest, nicest looking gaming websites out there - but I'd love to hear from folks who disagree or have ideas for improvements. 💚 Please visit and hit me up with feedback! playday.one

This was mostly driven from reading others people's opinions and rolling my eyes a lot. As always though, opinions are like arseholes - we've all got one, and you're all quite free to mock, ignore and disagree with mine. 😘

The new DayOne Forums are now up and online, for those interested in that old school, long-form discussion. Just head to forum.playday.one and log in! It's fast, it's free and it's pretty cool. Forget those old school forums - you can even install it like an app to your phone. Feedback welcome!

These new thumbnails are gorgeous.

I realised that I haven't had a holiday - as in a break away somewhere purely for relaxation - in over 20 years. I really want to change that this year, take my kids somewhere fun. While they're still young, make some core memories. 🤔

Time for the latest in video game #HEADLINES with @jonclarke.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com! - The GOD SLAYER (looks cool!) - Spotify Wrapped - Micron to exit consumer RAM/SSD market - New Banjo?!? - More! ( A lot more!) Jump in! youtu.be/5-0WWMuKx7A

I'm super biased but I love this article (partly because my young face is in it and I get a shout out). A look down memory lane at a console era that formed so many of my gaming memories and friendships that last until today. Great job @jonclarke.xboxera.com ❤️

In 'This Week on XboxEra' we’ll give you a preview of the week ahead on XboxEra.com, from our game and hardware reviews and our Patreon exclusive content. - Game Awards Hangouts! - Reviews! - Livestreams! - Exclusive Patreon… https://xboxera.com/2025/11/23/this-week-on-xboxera-nov-24th-nov-30th/

It's the Xbox 360's 20th Birthday! Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com for the XboxEra Podcast, LIVE! - Xbox 360 Memories! - Partner Preview Bangers! - The Game Awards - More! Jump in! youtu.be/B1-CtvNhp2A

Happy Birthday Xbox 360! Thanks for the memories, and for reminding me that gaming has never been better. A nostalgic look back at the good ol' days.

November's 2nd wave, which stretches into December, has been announced for Xbox Game Pass. It includes the surprise addition of MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden, and more.

It's the 24th Anniversary of the Original Xbox, so come and tune in to the XboxEra Podcast, live! GTA6, The GabeCube, and our memories of the OG Xbox - did we mention we have a book for that? Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com youtu.be/UpZjzr_my8g

I for one admire all the performative outrage about the way Embark have cleverly used AI to assist in their own game development. Slapping the "Generative AI slop" label to this use and throwing your toys out the pram is not useful or cool. You just look kinda silly.

Beyond proud of the volume of content our tiny team produces across so many different disciplines - video, livestreams, shows, written articles.... We're working with the only people that matter to us - our community and focusing on what they want to see. Support us if you can!

That was fun! Thanks for having me! 💚

Patrons are in for some fun later today, as our Patreon Exclusive show "Thanks (I hate it)" goes live on YouTube once again! @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com, @jonclarke.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com play #Fortnite to enjoy The Simpsons Crossover event! EXCLUSIVE: patreon.com/xboxera

Let's talk about video games, shall we? Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com for the XboxEra Podcast Episode 287! ARC Raiders! Pumpkin Jack! Simpsons in Fortnite! Jump in, LIVE: youtu.be/_oCEZgbahDo

Well. This has been a week. Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com with special guest @tomwarren.co.uk (if he shows up) We're obviously talking #Xbox. From #GamePass to ad-supported #XboxCloud, plenty to talk about. Jump in. youtu.be/QbDEtYux6fE

I see "Game Pass devalues games and is killing the industry" is back in vogue. Free to Play titles are far bigger and far more detrimental to gaming's future than anything else. Game Pass is barely a spec on the ass of F2P in the 'devalue full-priced games' argument.

I actually found this super interesting!

What the hell is a 'Review Embargo' anyway? Let our Reviews Editor break down what they are and why they're a part of every early review.

Time for the latest in gaming #HEADLINES with @jonclarke.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com! Xbox Game Pass continues its incredible run, with July featuring some fantastic games. Exomecha has reared its metallic-head, Nintendo goes all Donkey Kong & more! Jump in! youtu.be/coFusZZ67ik

Not a bad Monday, eh @xboxera.com?

My official copy of Console Wars arrived today! I was fortunate to play the test decks with @jonclarke.xboxera.com and have been a fan ever since. It’s an easy to play but fun and funny card game. Highly recommended!

My copy is in! @xboxera.com

Both myself and @jonclarke.xboxera.com are playing DOOM The Dark Ages, the @xboxera.com review will go live on May 9th – 7am/10am PDT/EDT, 3pm/4pm BST/CEST

Really cool story behind how Let Them Come and its survivors-like successor Let Them Come: Onslaught came to be. Big thanks to @jonclarke.xboxera.com for taking the time to speak with Klemen

It is quite literally a masterpiece, in every sense of the word. It's only possible, really - as a video game, and it's an utterly addictive, monstrously deep, gloriously clever thing. It's a game that everyone should play. INCREDIBLE.

It's very rare for a game to come along and completely become my EVERY WAKING MOMENT, but here we are. What is sleep? What is work? Who are these children that demand I pay them attention and feed them? Who even knows anymore?

It's a COSMIC INVASION on the XboxEra Podcast this week! Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com for all the latest in gaming! We're talking new games, #Nintendo Directs, #Xbox dominating the #PS5 Store and more, so jump in! youtu.be/m2He8J7T3eQ

Chatted with some foreign-based devs about visiting GDC in spite of the Trump administration's attack on immigration for Rolling Stone www.rollingstone.com/culture/rs-g...

OPINION: Is 'Xbox Everywhere' just another buzzword, or are we looking at the seeds of a new way of doing things that will ensure not just the Xbox brands survival, but the turning point for an industry that appears to be in more than a bit of trouble? @jonclarke.xboxera.com weighs in on things.

My latest piece on breaking down this transitional journey for #Xbox, as they make moves to be far bigger than just a console. I'm sure everyone will be absolutely normal about this opinion.

Another week, another episode of the XboxEra Podcast! Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com as we dive into all the reviews, news and more from gaming this week. Jump in! youtu.be/2u9zAc31qA0

We got to play through a demo of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 and came away mightily impressed despite some technical hiccups.

Time for a round-up of the latest in gaming news in the 100th Episode of XboxEra Headlines! Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com as we chat Fable's delay to 2026, Xbox gets more cloud features, Warner Bros. shuts down treasured studios and more. Jump in! youtu.be/y4GQYWVXl6g

This is #SplitFiction It's the latest game from @hazelightgames.bsky.social Our own @jonclarke.xboxera.com whipped this up from his gameplay to give you all a little taste of the game. Watch the XboxEra Review on Tuesday, March 4th @ 8AM PT / 11AM ET / 4PM UTC

SURPRISE! Next week, @xboxp3.bsky.social joins the XboxEra Podcast crew for a little chit chat and to celebrate our 250th episode! Keep an eye out for the show next week! youtube.com/live/ciB8M2z...

I'm so proud of the @xboxera.com community. We raised over $2000 for the Extra Life charity. Today I received a custom Xbox controller to celebrate it.

Thanks to Obsidian and @xbox.com I, like many others, am reviewing #Avowed. Coverage goes live on February 13th at 9am EST 6am PST US.

Join us tomorrow for a special episode of XboxEra Headlines. Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @jessenorris.xboxera.com, @soulblazerz.bsky.social, & @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com as they co-stream the XboxEra Direct and then break it all down, live! youtu.be/WR_ZV27hndo

My latest. The addiction to leaderboards is so on, though I imagine I'll lost my top spot in several worldwide in about half an hour today. Snow Riders is great, so go play it.

2024 was the best year for @xboxera.com so far, and 2025 is going to be even better. Starting off, I'm heading to the #DICE2025 summit, and I couldn't be more excited. Looking forward to meeting folks and talking future projects. This year is going to be great. Hit me up!

Big shout out to @chrisbratt.bsky.social and the folks at People Make Games. Everyone that claims to love the gaming industry should watch this video.

Here's to new beginnings and great video games in 2025! Join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com for the first XboxEra Podcast of the new year! Let's talk about the games to come this week, so settle in and we'll see you in the chat!

Black Myth: Wukong is delayed on Xbox. Is it tech issues with the Xbox Series S or a rumoured vague exclusivity deal? We've no idea, but the conspiracy theories aren't helping. Deadly Headley weighs in.

HAPPY NEW YEAR! 2025 is here, and XboxEra Headlines continues with our hour long, twice a week news round up with @jonclarke.xboxera.com and @jessenorris.xboxera.com! Outside of the latest news, we're also be looking ahead at what to expect from Xbox in 2025. Jump in! youtu.be/eZ50JkxvJgA

Winding down for the Christmas break with a little 1v1 Console Wars with the missus. My cat Boots wanted to get involved. 😅 Oh, and the full game for backers goes into production TOMORROW. Shipping to you all in February. Absolutely HYPED. 2025 is going to be awesome.

Fun reminder - the XboxEra Podcast is in the TOP 5% of ALL video podcasts on Spotify! Many thanks to @deadlyheadley.bsky.social for joining us!

It's the penultimate XboxEra Podcast of the year, so come and join @jonclarke.xboxera.com, @shpeshalnick.xboxera.com, @jessenorris.xboxera.com and special guest @deadlyheadley.bsky.social to talk all things #Xbox! Ads, handhelds, remakes and more! Jump in! youtu.be/UHBEiXMhdpk