Episode 44 - To Boycott Or Not To Boycott: The Bayonetta 3 Voice Actor Drama

Gamers Week Podcast

The long-awaited release of Platinum Games' Bayonetta 3 has been marred by a rather messy controversy. The voice of Bayonetta in the previous two entries publicly stated that she did not return for the third installment because the pay was insultingly low. She then encouraged fans to boycott the game, igniting a debate about the chronically low pay offered to video game voice actors. Platinum Games has disputed her claims, and as more information comes to light, which party's version is closer to the truth? We discuss the drama and whether or not gamers really should boycott the upcoming title.
We'll also be talking about everything announced in the Silent Hill Transmission showcase (including the leaked Silent Hill 2 remake), the developer who claims the Xbox Series S console has "hamstrung" an entire generation of video games, and the newly announced Mortal Kombat role-playing game (don't get your hopes up, there's a catch).
Finally, class is in session with Professor Ryebread in our Gaming History 101 segment. In this episode, we're looking at the history of the Atari Jaguar.
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