In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott discuss the differences between fandom in esports and traditional sports, how sports betting-style gambling is spreading to all corners of media consumption, and more. That more, of course includes a new AI Shame Corner, featuring Larian Studios, NVIDIA, and some promising responses from smaller developers.

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Required Reading! Harper Jay’s Fire Emblem Path of Radiance Discussion: https://transgamerthoughts.com/post/795594055699595264/we-will-reclaim-this-land-thoughts-on-fire-emblem

GTA 6 Betting Problems: https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social/post/3mbwjuwsgb226

Larian Studios Reddit AMA: https://www.reddit.com/r/Games/comments/1q870w5/larian_studios_divinity_ama/

Larian Studios’ Response to AI Backlash: https://kotaku.com/divinity-gen-ai-larian-bg3-reddit-ama-2000658429

New Details About Divinity: https://kotaku.com/divinity-rpg-larian-bg3-loot-coop-2000658437

NVIDIA CEO Defending AI: https://insider-gaming.com/nvidia-ceo-says-ai-doomer-narrative-is-hurtful/

AI Game Dev Deleting Game: https://www.pcgamer.com/games/indie-dev-is-delisting-his-ai-game-from-steam-because-his-new-girlfriend-convinced-him-its-evil-the-game-existing-in-its-current-form-is-a-disgrace-to-all-game-makers-and-players/

Manor Lords Publisher Calls AI “Cancerous”: https://kotaku.com/hooded-horse-gen-ai-art-ban-4x-strategy-steam-2000658179

AGDQ Raises $2.4 Million for Prevent Cancer Foundation: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/awesome-games-done-quick-2026-raises-over-24m

Top Console Games for 2025: https://bsky.app/profile/matpiscatella.bsky.social/post/3mbraw2dcfc2s

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In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott think back on 2025 and heavily discuss what they are looking forward to most in 2026, while also delving into what they want to change about their gaming and media habits in the new year. There is also plenty of Marvel Rivals on the docket, along with more issues with AI (as usual…)

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Level-5 AI discussion: https://kotaku.com/professor-layton-boss-wants-people-to-stop-demonizing-generative-ai-2000655721

Expedition 33 AI follow-up: https://www.polygon.com/game-awards-expedition-33-disqualified-did-it-use-ai-response/

Harada AI comments: https://x.com/Harada_TEKKEN/status/2004359569645228288

Marvel Rivals Esports: https://esportsinsider.com/2025/12/marvel-rivals-ignite-unveils-2026-league-format

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In this edition of Timesphere, Cale and Scott dive into the future of games like Marathon, Highguard, and League of Legends, but the spotlight is once again put on developers and AI usage. Three different controversies surrounding Larian Studios, Clair Obscure: Expedition 33, and false allegations spread across the internet this week, so buckle up for a long conversation about each part heading into the new year.

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Marathon thoughts:

https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/bungie-finally-confirms-a-marathon-release-date-and-40-price-point/

https://kotaku.com/marathon-art-director-joseph-cross-leaves-bungie-2000654665

Initial article and comments about Larian Exploring AI usage: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-12-16/-baldur-s-gate-3-maker-promises-divinity-will-be-next-level /

https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social/post/3ma5dqbmgm22o

Swen Vincke follow-up comments about Larian and AI exploration: https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/holy-f-guys-were-not-replacing-artists-larian-boss-responds-to-ai-backlash/

The Indie Game Awards remove Expedition 33’s GotY win:

https://www.polygon.com/clair-obscur-expedition-33-indie-game-awards-goty-rescinded/

False allegations of AI usage levied against Blue Prince developer:

(Article, now edited) https://www.escapistmagazine.com/news-indie-game-awards-clair-obscur/

(Archived, original) https://bsky.app/profile/futterish.fsquared.biz/post/3majiygzav22i

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