A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE

THIS WEEK: Lots of news to talk about, including the latest Doomsday teaser and the clues that the Russo Brothers want you to discover. Also, thoughts on TED Season 2 on Peacock, the wild DCKO Issue #3, as well as my "Better late than never" review of The Toxic Avenger (now on HULU), and more on this week's episode of A.C.M.G. presents TALK TIME LIVE.

THIS WEEK: Rocksteady Studios and WB Games FINALLY fixed the issues with Batman: Arkham Knight for the Nintendo Switch 1/2.
Thoughts on our first look at Sophie Turner as Lara Croft.
SNK announces the DLC for Fatal Fury COTW season 2!
And a review of Dragon Ball Kakarot Daima DLC Part 2.
All this and more on this episode of the SELECT/START podcast.

It's that time again!
I give the TOP 5 things that will grind our gears about fans in 2026.
There was a lot to write down, but it was narrowed down to five.
We discussed what may be the most annoying part of being a fan this year and how we can prevent it.
Plus this week's biggest announcements and more.

We continue Part 2 of this week's robust episode with our review of LEVEL 5's epic soccer/football RPG Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road and why this is one of the most underlooked games of 2025. 

It's the first SELECT/START podcast of 2026! In this two-part episode, we will discuss the biggest news coming from SNK that hinted at the Southtown arrival of the Fist of the Northstar to the City of the Wolves. We also look at the life and legacy of the former co-founder of SEGA, David Rosen. Then we talk about PlayStation's possible plan to add A.I. to your gameplay experience and our final grade of all 42 reviewed games in 2025. 
PART 2: We have our review of the most slept on game of 2025, and why you should be playing Inazuma Eleven: Victory Road. 

TALK TIME LIVE is here for the new year with a look back at what made 2025 so great as a fan of all things anime, comics, movies, and games.
I will talk about what I felt stood out last year and more.

In our final episode of 2025, we conclude on a bittersweet note as I discuss the life and legacy of Rob and Michelle Reiner, and review his highly anticipated sequel to his legendary first movie, SPINAL TAP II: The End Continues. I also discuss why MCU fans shouldn't be upset about the recent Avengers: Doomsday teaser and more. 

The Game Awards beats out the Super Bowl? XBOX and physical game distribution reach a new low. I check out the demo for Final Fantasy 7 Remake on the Switch 2 and give my grade for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.

THIS WEEK: We continue the talk about the Shade heard around the gaming and fandom world as I discuss why the cast and crew of Mortal Kombat 2 isn't sweating the cast of Street Fighter. I also share my thoughts on the trailers for Supergirl, Avatar: The Last Airbender season 2, and, of course, the end of an era in anime as My Hero Academia says farewell. All this, plus my review of Netflix's Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft season 2. 

It's our annual TGA highlight show, where we talk about all of the winners, world premieres, and guest spotlights of this year's event. Did it live up? 

This week, we are running wild with news and conversations as we are combining both video games and fandom news this week including the huge news regarding Netflix and Warner Bros., as well as a review of Marvel Cosmic Invasion. 

YANNICK BELZIL, Narrative Designer at TRIBUTE GAMES, returns to discuss the development of the much-anticipated new brawler MARVEL COSMIC INVASION. He also reflects on the impact of their previous hit, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: SHREDDER’S REVENGE, and the next mega project he and the team are currently working on.

THIS WEEK: We've reached our final stop before Thanksgiving, and I delve into this week's latest news, including the status of the latest TMNT film project, a rare comic book breaking auction records, and the top 5 reasons to be thankful this year within our fandoms.
Then our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK reviews the latest Netflix live adaptation of Last Samurai Standing based on the graphic novel by Shogo Imamura.

I give my predictions for this year's Game Awards nominees and my review of Ninja Gaiden 4, developed by Platinum Games.

THIS WEEK: I give my thoughts on this week's news, including more reveals of the Super Mario Galaxy movie, Fallout Season 2 trailer, Hideo Kojima and Disney teaming up, and more. Then, in our TALK TOPIC of the WEEK, I talk about the new Netflix documentary "Being Eddie" and discuss what was talked about, what wasn't talked about, and what I took away from it.

We have a rundown of the games announced on the recent PlayStation State of Play showcase, as they also created yet another milestone for themselves. I also give my thoughts on the Super Mario Galaxy movie trailer, plus, my review of Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment.

THIS WEEK: We have a loaded show with more news in the world of gaming, news based on three previous guests on this show, and more. I also give my review of The Witcher season 4, starring Liam Helmsworth, taking over as Geralt of Rivia.

THIS WEEK: Nintendo announces the release date for Pokémon Legends ZA DLC. PlayStation further evolves the PS PORTAL with another new feature. Multiple games were delayed until 2026, and many developers were laid off from major companies. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I join the fight against the Shadow Warriors with my review of DOUBLE DRAGON: REVIVE. All this and more in this edition of A.C.M.G. Presents TALK TIME LIVE

A.J.Beckles stops by TALK TIME LIVE EXCLUSIVE to talk about his role as Okuran in the highly popular anime series DAN DA DAN, as well as his first time appearance at this year’s NYCC and more. Get ready for an entertaining and insightful look at this young talent’s career.

On this Halloween edition of SELECT/START, Gamestop announces the end of the console wars. A fighting game based on AVATAR: The Last Airbender and Legend of Korra is in development. Viz Media announces a book based on the words of a Nintendo Legend. Fighting game fans rejoice as Battle Arena Toshinden Trilogy is coming back to consoles. Then, in our FINAL STAGE, I give my grade for Pokémon Legends ZA for the Switch 2.