Ep. 204: TwitchCon Security concerns, Xbox Ally Handheld Fumbles, Steam Next Fest

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In this week’s Spectator Mode Podcast, the crew takes on the Xbox Ally handheld controversy and TwitchCon’s ongoing security problems. We also dive into the growing wave of misinformation across gaming, highlight standout demos from Steam Next Fest October 2025, and celebrate our appearance in Absolum’s accolades trailer, which is pretty damned cool for us, as well as upcoming updates for the fantastic game. #videogames #twitchcon #absolum #theouterhaven #spectatormodepodcast #xboxally #xboxgaming

So, hit that play button and enjoy our signature gaming and chaos fun!

• 00:00 - Intro / Say hello to the hosts
• 00:55 - So, what have you been playing
• 14:22 - What’s going on with the Xbox Ally handhelds?
• 28:50 - The rise of gaming journalism misinformation
• 38:33 - Emiru's assult at TwitchCon and what's going on with security.
• 47:42 - How was Steam Next Fest - The October 2025 Edition
• 01:06:01 - More updates coming to Absolum, we’re featured on the accolades trailer

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