Spawn On Me with Kahlief Adams: A Video Game Podcast

We sit down with the head of the ESA, Stanley Pierre-Louis, to unpack the Power of Play 2025 report—what 24k+ players across 21 countries say about gaming’s impact. We also discuss their current policy mission and what it is like working with the current administration. Read the report here: https://www.theesa.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/PoP-2025-v10-web-spreads.pdf. the ESAFollow Spawn On Me everywhere:X: https://x.com/SpawnOnMeInstagram: https://instagram.com/spawnonmepodcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@SpawnOnMeTwitch: https://twitch.tv/spawnonme

After 13 years, Ninja Gaiden 4 is finally here... and it's both exactly what we wanted AND a massive letdown. The combat is incredible, the gore is satisfying, and the challenge will test even veteran players. But the story? The characters? Absolutely lifeless.In this review, I break down everything you need to know about Ninja Gaiden 4 - from the revolutionary Bloodbind Ninjutsu system to the brutal Master Ninja difficulty, and why both Yakumo and Ryu feel like empty shells despite being at the center of what could've been an amazing story.🔔 Subscribe for more honest game reviews!💬 Are you picking up Ninja Gaiden 4? Let me know in the comments!

Battlefield 6 Review: Best Since BF4? In this review, I dig into why BF6’s multiplayer finally feels like Battlefield again. The return to four classic classes (Assault, Engineer, Support, Recon) brings clear squad roles, while a smart movement overhaul—including the much-praised drag-revive—keeps fights tactical and team-first. Launch content is strong, with nine maps across five theaters (yes, Operation Firestorm is back) that rotate well across Conquest, Rush, and Breakthrough. On PC, performance is accessible without heavy bells and whistles, and cross-play keeps lobbies full. The campaign has highlights but can’t match the pull of “one more match.” With massive player peaks on Steam, this feels like the most complete Battlefield in years. I’ll show my recommended settings, class picks, and where the maps shine—then give a straight verdict on whether it truly rivals BF4. Drop your favorite class and map in the comments—let’s squad up.

Ghost of Yotei has been called everything from “the wokest samurai game ever” to a next-gen masterpiece. After spending 50+ hours with the game, here’s my spoiler-free review.In this episode, I’ll cover:The story setup of Atsu and her path as the Ghost of Yotei (without spoilers)How the game explores themes of vengeance, justice, and consequenceErika Ishii’s powerful performance and why it elevates the experienceGameplay evolution from Ghost of Tsushima (stances, weapons, stealth, fear mechanics)Visuals, worldbuilding, and why this might be Sucker Punch’s best game yetAnd yes — I’ll dig into the controversy: Is Ghost of Yotei really “woke,” or is that just noise? Let me know what YOU think in the comments.This is a spoiler-free review — no major story reveals, just my honest impressions on gameplay, themes, and presentation.If you enjoyed this, please like, subscribe, and check out more gaming coverage here on the channel.

Join hosts Kahlief Adams and Cam Hawkins as we count down the Top 10 games from Gamescom 2025 that have us absolutely hyped! From surprise announcements to long-awaited sequels, we break down why these titles are dominating our must-play lists.In this episode, we also dive deep into our hands-on previews and reactions to some of the games we've been playing, like Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, the brutal action of Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, our thoughts on the Xbox ROG Ally X handheld, and the return of a legendary franchise with Ninja Gaiden 4.Whether you're looking for indie gems, AAA blockbusters, or the next game to consume your life, we've got you covered with our honest takes and hype levels for each title. Don't miss our hot takes on which games lived up to the hype and which ones surprised us the most!What games from Gamescom 2025 are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments below!Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE for more gaming content and hit that notification bell!Follow Spawn On Me:YouTube: Youtube.com/spawnonmeSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4q7gu7BteqvEnhZAP0MM2AApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/spawn-on-me-with-kahlief-adams-a-video-game-podcast/id804065256TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@spawnonmeInstagram: @spawnonmepodcastTwitter/X: @SpawnOnMe

I just spent 8 HOURS playing Battlefield 6, and let me tell you - this game is about to change EVERYTHING! From the insane destruction physics to the massive 128-player battles, EA has finally delivered something that might actually dethrone Call of Duty. After 8 hours of pure gameplay, I can confidently say this might be the comeback Battlefield desperately needed.

In this episode of Spawn On Me, I sit down with Ben Kvalo, CEO of Midwest Games, to dive into what makes this new publishing label stand out in an ever-evolving industry. We explore the role of publishers in today’s market, the challenges indie developers face, and whether the gaming industry is oversaturated with too many titles.Ben shares his thoughts on building sustainable careers for the next generation of developers, and the value of player feedback, and we discuss how platforms like Xbox Game Pass are impacting discoverability. If you’ve ever wondered how publishers make decisions, support studios, or think about the long game in gaming—this one’s for you.Topics We Cover:What makes Midwest Games different from traditional publishersThe growing difficulty of standing out in a crowded marketHow publishers can better support marginalized and new devsAre players giving developers helpful feedback?The real benefits and challenges of Game Pass for studiosDon’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and share the show with your crew on YouTube, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.