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Spectator Mode Podcast Ep.186: $80 Games, GTA VI Delayed, Gaming Journalism Shakeup

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Spectator Mode Podcast Ep. 186 is here! This week, we break down some of the biggest topics shaking up the gaming world.

Topics:

– The rising cost of games: Is $80 the new norm?
– GTA VI delayed to 2026 — should we be surprised?
– Elden Ring Nightreign won’t support crossplay, and fans aren’t happy
– Polygon and Giant Bomb shifts signal a changing media landscape

That and more on Spectator Mode Podcast episode 186! We hope you enjoy!

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Keith D. Mitchell is the founder and Editor-in-Chief of The Outerhaven, where he has been covering video games and technology for more than 14 years. A lifelong PC gamer, he began building PCs at just eight years old and still loves talking about hardware as much as playing games. His passion for challenging experiences has made him a devoted Soulslike fan, having beaten nearly every FromSoftware release. Keith regularly attends major gaming and technology events to bring firsthand coverage to readers, and continues to enjoy writing about the games and gear that shaped his love for the industry.