Checkpoint Daily Podcast

Due to some recent Epic Games news, Joe poses the question of if they're entering a redemption arc, but we wonder if they even have anything to redeem? Plus, what did the guys get up to over the weekend. We also try out a new segment called 'Esports for your Dad!'

Joe brings us the latest headlines in news and gaming including EAs new buzz word for loot boxes. Plus, we take a look at the top 25 games of all time according to metacritic.

With all the great news that came out of E3 2019, it wasn't without it's controversies. This year notable streamer, DrDisrespect made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Plus, we go to Web MD to see who has a 'gaming addiction' problem. Robbie also brings us a new list, this time showcasing the most popular slang by year.

The Checkpoint XP crew sits down with AJ from the Fanatix Four YouTube channel to talk about the latest announcements Nintendo made from E3 2019. Plus, Sarah joins us as usual with the latest headlines in gaming and esports. We also asked our social media followers what game they loved to binge during summer breaks.

With the entire crew finally back from E3, we start by catching up on how the trip went. Plus, what did everyone get up to during their down time this weekend? Joe also brings what he calls a 'new' game, but we've heard this song and dance before...

Today on Checkpoint XP we feature more interviews from E3 2019 as well as Robbie and Norris' visit to the Blizzard Arena! We'll start things off catching up with the first guest we ever had on Checkpoint XP - Austin Creed of UpUpDownDown. We'll also check out conversations with Dogman of the Atlanta Reign, Harsha Bandi Assistant Coach for the Vancouver Titans, and we'll catch up with friend of the show NoTE of the Dallas Fuel.

While out at E3 Norris managed to sneak off to the LCS arena and talk with caster Azael. Christine also had a great chat with the Anastasia Staten of the ESA. Plus, we talk to the developers behind the game We Met in May.

As we continue our coverage of E3 we call Robbie from the show floor in LA to hear about the FF7 Remake and more. Plus, an interview with Doublelift from Team Liquid and we check in on our social media asking them what their favorite announcement is.

The last of the big conferences wrap with Square Enix and Nintendo, both of who bring major news from all over their IPs. Plus, we talk with League Championship Series Commissioner, Chris Greeley.

E3 is in full swing and the announcements are rocking the gaming world. We breakdown Microsoft's Xbox showcase, EA Play and Bethesda, the PC Gaming Show and Ubisoft and we talk about the Stadia connect that dropped a day before E3 proper.

We are only days away from E3 and news is still coming out. We cover some of the bigger headlines leading into the weekend. Plus, we talk at length about the new HBO mini-series, Chernobyl.

Joe takes us through the latest headlines going into the weekend. We also talk about the latest info relating to Google Stadia and a new list about the 10 top things we hate most in gaming.

Nintendo held a new Direct sharing details about the upcoming Pokemon Sword and Shield game. Plus we asked our social media followers what their most epic E3 moment was from years past.

From the News Desk, Sarahscopic walks us through the stories of the week out of both the esports and gaming scenes. Including, two pros banned for cheating who made the Fortnite World Cup. Plus, Joe takes us through Name That Price with a Los Angeles twist

Another long time Blizzard employee has given their notice and she's not alone. This follows reports of low morale at Blizzard. We also give you an update on what the guys did over the weekend. Plus, it was a busy weekend for the various leagues across the esports scene.