Sacred Symbols+, Episode 234 | The Heroic Gene Park
Added 2022-10-18 16:00:10 +0000 UTCPlease welcome Washington Post journalist Gene Park back to Sacred Symbols+. First and foremost: Gene has gotten through chemo, and he looks to be on the upswing. There's a fight ahead, but things are certainly looking up, and we talk all about it. And then: Our show itself. The topics are manifold. We get into the weeds with Xbox's and PlayStation's ongoing war over Activision-Blizzard, and the often-conflicting intersection of creativity and money. We also discuss some of this fall's biggest games, particularly Gotham Knights, which -- controversially and confusingly -- is launching on PlayStation 5 at 30 frames. How can this be? (Gene says it's "an L.") We've also witnessed a significant erosion of games media in the past week, with the destruction of the likes of Fanbyte and G4. Where does bad management and decision-making end and poor talent performance begin, as this game of musical chairs continues at speed? And then there's the small matter of authoritarian money in games, pouring in by the billions from Saudi Arabia and China, places that frankly share none of our cultural or societal values. But the cash is green all the same. Come join me (Colin!) and Gene for a deep-dive into our industry, with more hopefully to come.
Comments
Great to see Gene back, and so energetic, cancer is a terrible thing and I am so glad to see him fighting it like a champion, wishing him all the best. Great ep btw. 😊
Marco Maluf
2022-11-04 13:58:18 +0000 UTCThat's true.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-26 15:26:16 +0000 UTCWe already had an Uncharted without Nathan Drake and it was fine.
Mark Whittington
2022-10-25 13:37:32 +0000 UTCHe's always welcome.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-24 21:32:53 +0000 UTCVery useful feedback.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-24 21:28:19 +0000 UTCWe'll have him on again, no doubt.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-24 21:28:00 +0000 UTCI don't agree with your analysis. But you are entitled to it.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-24 21:27:52 +0000 UTCSacred Symbols + 234 EP "Like". In this episode like they talk about like games and stuff in the industry. Like like like, it's pretty good. Like. Believe me. Like like like. Very professional. Like like. It's good but like whatever. It's like a good episode, like you won't believe it like trust me. Cause like liking and not liking things happen a lot in this episode. Like I'm not trying to be a dick but like do you understand like my criticism? Use like words other than like cause ya know it gets annoying. Ok? ....LIKE.
BakerShop
2022-10-24 02:52:49 +0000 UTCThis was fantastic, really glad he came back. To reaffirm, he'd be a fantastic addition to LSM, but I'm happy to see him as a guest since bringing him on isn't possible.
Jason Bolla
2022-10-23 04:44:35 +0000 UTCGood to hear for Gene great episode
Ben Haner
2022-10-23 03:15:41 +0000 UTCI wish people would stop comparing apples to oranges when it comes to Microsoft and Call Of Duty. The issue is not exclusives. Microsoft and Sony have always had their exclusives. The issue is the market. Look at MLB: The Show. The MLB decided that Sony had too much of the market, not even from an exclusivity deal. Anyone can make an MLB game it just couldn’t compete with The Show as a franchise. Imagine, if you will, Sony inking an exclusivity deal with EA for Madden. Madden is the closest seller to COD each year. That deal would be incredibly negative for Microsoft and they would fight it. That is a much closer scenario that could be made even more similar by imagining Sony purchasing EA to make it possible. Microsoft’s approach to exclusivity is dirty and antithetical to the creativity that makes games great. Still, this is a separate issue from the one Sony raises regarding Call Of Duty.
Greg Hommel
2022-10-22 03:43:48 +0000 UTCI think we should all be wary of 'too much of a good thing.'
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-21 18:21:23 +0000 UTCThat's right.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-21 18:21:02 +0000 UTCHe will be back for God of War!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-21 18:18:43 +0000 UTCMe too. =)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-21 18:18:37 +0000 UTCIndeed. All are welcome.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-21 18:18:33 +0000 UTCGene is a real one
Joshua Brungardt
2022-10-21 15:15:50 +0000 UTClol I actually would love a God of War novel or comic series.. Especially since I loved the God of War prequel comic from like 2019. But I loved it for the same reason I love some of the Star Wars books: you aren't missing anything essential for the story/lore by not reading it. It just adds additional exploration of the characters/world if that makes sense.
Josh Gamez
2022-10-20 22:17:33 +0000 UTCSo happy to hear Gene is doing better. Would love to have him on more episodes, especially for him to just talk games!
Anthony Palerino
2022-10-20 15:40:00 +0000 UTCGene rules, great to hear he's on the mend.
Reuben Barrett
2022-10-20 10:35:55 +0000 UTCLove hearing Gene again. He’s fair when he needs to be, and open minded. LSM and it’s community is as positive as they come. What I appreciate the most is the diversity of thought that’s fostered here. Just check the Patreon comments, folks from all sides, calling each other out or supporting each other as the need arises. That’s all you can ask for. All walks of life coming together on a basis of respect and acceptance, and in this case, videogames.
Noah Trujillo
2022-10-19 21:56:53 +0000 UTCYes.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 18:51:08 +0000 UTCThank you.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 18:51:05 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 18:51:01 +0000 UTCMe too. =)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 18:50:59 +0000 UTCGene is a treasure.
Andrew Gambill
2022-10-19 18:15:16 +0000 UTCThis was one of your best talks ever Col. It flowed so naturally. Safe to say Gene is an honorary LSM contributor at this point. Side note: congrats on the engagement photos. It was nice to see you cheesing it up again. My favorite was the one where you’re looking at Micah like you just got the platinum. 😄❤️
NeO JD
2022-10-19 15:06:25 +0000 UTCSuch a wholesome podcast. Love to see it!
Eric the human
2022-10-19 09:46:08 +0000 UTCGreat to have Gene back, glad he’s feeling better!
Cincinnatus
2022-10-19 03:41:21 +0000 UTCHe's a good dude. Grounded, experienced, fair.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:31:17 +0000 UTCNo doubt. <3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:31:07 +0000 UTCThanks for listening.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:31:03 +0000 UTCIndeed.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:59 +0000 UTCFuck 'em, honestly. We're good without them, obviously.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:55 +0000 UTCSorry for your loss. =\
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:45 +0000 UTCYou're welcome.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:33 +0000 UTCUs too. =)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:29 +0000 UTCHe's a force for good.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:17 +0000 UTCHe'll see 'em. Thank you!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:30:12 +0000 UTCYessir.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:27 +0000 UTCThank you.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:23 +0000 UTCI think I will.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:20 +0000 UTCWe'll definitely have him back.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:16 +0000 UTCYeah!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:09 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:05 +0000 UTCI wish we could make that happen. Gene is a professional journalist; I honestly don't think we could pay him a fair wage for his full-time work.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:29:02 +0000 UTCHe's one of us, which is the most powerful thing. =)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:28:43 +0000 UTCEnjoy.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:28:15 +0000 UTCAgreed!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:28:12 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:28:09 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:28:06 +0000 UTCThanks for listening.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:28:03 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:55 +0000 UTC=)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:45 +0000 UTCGlad to deliver it.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:42 +0000 UTCHe's doing better!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:36 +0000 UTCGlad to hear it. =)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:32 +0000 UTCUs too!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:28 +0000 UTC<3
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:25 +0000 UTCEnjoy!
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:21 +0000 UTC=)
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:18 +0000 UTCThank you. He'll be back again, no doubt.
Colin Moriarty
2022-10-19 03:27:15 +0000 UTCGene always seems like such a stand up dude. Between his appearances here and with Jaffe, I have such respect for that guy. He always seems gracious and willing to give the benefit of the doubt but will gently pushback when he wants to clarify something or give a counterpoint. Glad to hear he is doing well. Mad respect.
XnXblkout
2022-10-19 02:58:56 +0000 UTCLast stand media is hot in the streets lol. Thanks again for another good listen.
Mitchell Lundsberg
2022-10-19 02:37:22 +0000 UTCDude, literally if you think $4000 is a lot of money then they is something wrong. So what if it pays your mortgage for 3 months, in the grand scheme of things its fuck all. You would want to be paid fairly for your work and no reason why Hellena shouldn't either!
Zack Fair
2022-10-19 00:48:37 +0000 UTCGreat show guys! Love hearing what Gene has to say. Wishing you well Gene, keep fighting and staying strong!!
Zack Fair
2022-10-19 00:27:34 +0000 UTCI love this guy, so sincere and good hearted
Jason K
2022-10-18 23:32:08 +0000 UTCIt sucks that Alex has that perception of LSM. I hope eventually he realizes that’s not the case because he seems like a nice guy. With that said, Digital Foundry’s content is too great for me to abandon lol. No one comes close to filling that void.
TJ
2022-10-18 23:30:14 +0000 UTCThe people who characterise the community as a rightoid incel hivemind just need to look at the patreon comments from the fair number of lefties dunking on Colin whenever he says something vaguely socially conservative on the show lol. Great episode and love you Gene.
Jewelbox
2022-10-18 22:47:15 +0000 UTCHappy to see Gene back. Glad he is doing well. Lost my mom to cancer last September. Don't be afraid to get checked out if you are feeling off.
Fat Lee Adama
2022-10-18 22:36:29 +0000 UTCI stopped following digital foundry after the dude criticized Gene for being on SS
Peter Pham
2022-10-18 22:32:27 +0000 UTCAbsolutely love this guy, thanks for getting him back on Colin.
Your Boi Nicky V
2022-10-18 22:16:00 +0000 UTCGlad to hear Gene is doing better!
Stonehorn
2022-10-18 21:55:08 +0000 UTClove hearing from Gene. he has always been really pleasant on Twitter
M0RR1S9
2022-10-18 21:19:26 +0000 UTCAwesome chat and great news on the health situation, hope the op goes well (please pass on my prayers)
Hozi
2022-10-18 21:15:02 +0000 UTCSaying $4000 isn't a lot of money and people are not adults if they think that, was a really bad take. That can pay my mortgage for 3 months. Actually most times someone from LSM brings up money it's usually just to talk down to others.
Mojo Patatoes
2022-10-18 21:06:10 +0000 UTCYESSSSS! love Gene so much, I'm glad he's back. FCK cancer! ❤️🙌
KendrickLuck
2022-10-18 20:02:09 +0000 UTCAgain another well done Sacred Symbols plus. Also your point about communication was well said Colin.
AJ Kyle
2022-10-18 19:38:04 +0000 UTCPlease go forward with that proposed op-ed on Chinese/Saudi Arabian money and submit it everywhere you can. I can’t see anyone other than you or Gene having the capability (and journalistic freedom) to do it.
Steve Forgione
2022-10-18 17:59:19 +0000 UTCGene's so great. Glad to see him back and doing well. And Colin, make him a fourth chair. You guys riffing back and forth is great stuff.
PuppiesOnParade
2022-10-18 17:58:54 +0000 UTCLet's go, more Gene!! Love that man!
Ethan Barcelos
2022-10-18 17:58:18 +0000 UTCWelcome back, Gene!
Jay Bayles
2022-10-18 17:52:28 +0000 UTCGene would be a great addition to the Sacred Team. I know it's probably not in his interests to be part of a "team" so to speak but maybe as a monthly regular would be great. Fun episode!
Aidan Cunningham
2022-10-18 17:40:58 +0000 UTCShoutout to Gene for not only judging the community fairly and seeing it for what it actually is, but for being a great Twitter follow. Best of luck in his full recovery! The true definition of "based."
Michael (ObjoGaming)
2022-10-18 17:36:08 +0000 UTCNice can't wait to Listen to this
shouty33
2022-10-18 17:23:54 +0000 UTCNice to see Gene back!
Aladin_Slow
2022-10-18 17:02:30 +0000 UTCGene rules, hope you’re doing well on the road to recovery!
Now Here's a Guy
2022-10-18 17:02:05 +0000 UTCHi, Gene! Best wishes, Sir! Happy to see him back on the show and clear of chemo ✌️
Joe Perez
2022-10-18 16:55:04 +0000 UTCI was doing some yard work while listening to heavy techno, saw Gene was on and dropped the techno for the episode. Really great to hear Gene is doing well. His enthusiasm for games and chipper nature while talking about the steamdeck is contagious.
Kenneth Oms
2022-10-18 16:51:14 +0000 UTCAw sh*t here we go again! I too have been playing gta 4 on my newly acquired steam deck because i miss it i really missed the DLC more Get well Gene!
Jesse spivey
2022-10-18 16:46:30 +0000 UTCLove seeing Gene back on the show!
Alex Bolton
2022-10-18 16:27:23 +0000 UTCAwesome! Happy to see this!
Drew Lee
2022-10-18 16:27:05 +0000 UTCGood to see Gene in the show.. I hope he's well and in good spirits.
Craig Carter
2022-10-18 16:12:54 +0000 UTCWonderful to see Gene back!
NotSkyWalker
2022-10-18 16:12:29 +0000 UTCYay! Love Gene. :)
Will Hahn
2022-10-18 16:12:17 +0000 UTCLove to see it
Bobby T
2022-10-18 16:06:05 +0000 UTCHell ya! Love Gene. Can’t wait to listen!
Kienan DeLaney
2022-10-18 16:05:51 +0000 UTCWoohoo!! What an awesome surprise!!!
Ed Cruzat
2022-10-18 16:04:33 +0000 UTCAwesome! His appearance last time made me an instant fan and have been following him closely ever since. He is a great writer and a positive force for good in the industry. So glad you got him back!
Max Davis
2022-10-18 16:04:21 +0000 UTC
