Marvel vs DC Gaming Showdown, Pixar’s Elio Review, Next James Bond Director, Star Trek's Future, and Jon Bernthal in Spider-Man

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Frank, Jonathan, and Squeaks explore why Marvel continues to dominate over DC in the video game industry and discuss potential strategies for DC’s gaming revival. Frank gives an insightful review of Pixar’s Elio, highlighting its originality and emotional storytelling. The hosts also debate the ideal director for the next James Bond film, speculate on the future of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds, and analyze Jon Bernthal’s return as Punisher in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Plus, catch some entertaining moments, including Squeaks' memorable appearance in a Donkey Kong onesie!

Timestamps and Topics:

• 00:00: Squeaks’ Donkey Kong Onesie and Halloween Plans

• 01:26: Choosing Between Denis Villeneuve and Edgar Wright for Next Bond Film

• 06:13: Jon Bernthal Returns as Punisher in Spider-Man: Brand New Day

• 13:58: Russell Crowe Joins Henry Cavill in Highlander Reboot

• 18:31: Blumhouse Acquires the Saw Franchise

• 23:24: Upcoming Pixar Projects: Hoopers, Gato, and Toy Story 5

• 28:01: Final Season Announcement for Star Trek: Strange New Worlds

• 34:48: Pixar's Elio Movie Review and Analysis

• 43:14: Marvel vs DC Gaming: How Marvel Wins and DC’s Path Forward

Key Takeaways:

• Marvel’s success in gaming is driven by varied partnerships, genre diversity, and risk-taking.

• DC Gaming relies too heavily on Batman games; diversification is essential.

• Pixar’s Elio delivers a fresh, emotionally rich story with strong visuals.

• Strategic director choices for the James Bond franchise are critical for appealing to newer audiences.

• Upcoming Marvel games (Wolverine, Iron Man, Marvel Tokken) maintain excitement, while DC needs fresh ideas.

Memorable Quotes:

• “Marvel isn't afraid to experiment; DC needs to step outside the Batman box.”

• “It’s time to engage a younger audience—fresh ideas are essential for iconic franchises.”

• “Superman deserves gameplay mechanics as exciting and satisfying as Spider-Man’s web-swinging.”

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Apple Podcast Tags: Marvel Games, DC Gaming, Spider-Man, Wolverine, Iron Man, Pixar Elio, Next James Bond, Jon Bernthal Punisher, Highlander Movie, Blumhouse Saw, Toy Story 5, Star Trek Strange New Worlds, Geek Culture, Video Game Industry, Geek Freaks Podcast