The Xbox Expansion pass is an analytical podcast dedicated to the goings on of the gaming industry as they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Hosted by Luke Lohr, the InsipidGhost, XEP aims to offer insightful discussions on gaming culture as it pertains to Xbox, Project xCloud, and Xbox Game Pass. Interviews from throughout the industry frequent the show as developers, actors, producers, and analysts share their experiences in gaming.
Episodes
3 days ago
3 days ago
#XboxNews #Ubisoft #MarvelGames
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss the week's latest gaming news including the arrival of more Marvel games on Xbox, Ubisoft being (partially) bought by Tencent, and layoffs at Crystal Dynamics. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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Sunday Mar 23, 2025
Sunday Mar 23, 2025
#Xbox #Steam #GamingNews
Captain Logun and Jampack Sam look at this week's latest gaming news including a potential partnership between Steam and Xbox.
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Saturday Mar 15, 2025
Saturday Mar 15, 2025
#GamingNews #Kennan #Ubisoft
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are joined King David of the @IronLordsPodcastRoundtable, to discuss the latest gaming news. Xbox's handheld "Project Kennan" launches in 2025 and is made by Asus. Ubisoft is shopping its IP around to major publishers, including EA and Xbox. The Elder Scrolls Oblivion Remake is set to launch in April if reports are to be believed. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
Sunday Mar 09, 2025
#XboxNews #TonyHawk #Expedition33
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun are joined by @colteastwood to discuss the latest gaming news including the announcement of Tony Hawk 3 & 4 Remaster, Starfield news, previews for Expedition 33 and Atomfall, and more. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost |
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Mar 02, 2025
Sunday Mar 02, 2025
#WBGames #Fable #gamingnews
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss a bombshell week of news as Fable has been delayed to 2026 by Xbox. WB Games announced the closing of Monolith, Player First Games, and Warner Bros Games San Diego. Multiple projects cancelled. That and Luke's review of Monster Hunter Wilds!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost |
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
Saturday Mar 01, 2025
#Gaming #Interview #JasonSchreier
Luke Lohr sits down with Jason Schreier, gaming journalist for Bloomberg and author of three distinct books spotlighting game development's inner workings. Schreier discusses the closing of WB Games, Monolith, and more industry layoffs.
Jason Schreier Social: https://bsky.app/profile/jasonschreier.bsky.social
Play Nice: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/jason-schreier/play-nice/9781538725429/
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost | Threads: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
Saturday Feb 22, 2025
#GamingNews #AI #MarvelRivals
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun break down what is known about NetEase cutting jobs industry wide, including the successful Marvel Rivals team. Xbox also announced that they would be using AI to help build future game. This software is called Muse.
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost | Threads: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
#mightymorphinpowerrangers #ritasrewind #powerrangers
Luke Lohr sits down with Stephen Frost (Head of Production) and Dan Amrich (Content Editor) of @DigitalEclipse to discuss Power Rangers: Rita's Rewind. The team at Digital Eclipse discusses its response to fan feedback, game updates, and potential future endeavors. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Sunday Feb 16, 2025
Sunday Feb 16, 2025
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun sit down to discuss the reviews of Avowed, South of Midnight previews, and the next Xbox being approved.
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost | Threads: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
Tuesday Feb 11, 2025
#Avowed #CarriePatel #Interview
Luke Lohr sits down with Carrie Patel of Obsidian Entertainment to discuss the Avowed's development, gameplay loop, and creating a world for gamers to explore. Enjoy!
Support XEP: https://www.patreon.com/XboxExpansionPass
XEP Merch: https://wren-works.myshopify.com/collections/xbox-expansion-pass-merch
The Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) is a podcast dedicated to interpreting the goings on in the world of video games and analyzing how they impact the Xbox ecosystem. Luke Lohr and Captain Logun discuss various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Blue Sky: @InsipidGhost | Threads: @InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Blue Sky: @CaptLogun | Threads: @Capt_Logun
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
Please consider leaving a review on iTunes or Spotify. It is the best way to support the show. Thank you!