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
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
Tuesday Apr 04, 2023
#Road96 #Road96Mile0 #Interview
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Yoan Fanise, Creative Director for Road 96 Mile 0. Fanise explains how the political turmoil in his games as told by a teenage perspective. From changes in design to altering progression, Yoan discusses the origins of this Road 96 prequel and how it ties into the overall universe. Enjoy!
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
Sunday Apr 02, 2023
#E3 #XboxShowcase #ResidentEvil4Review
In episode 170 Luke and Logun discuss Respawn’s new studio and new Star Wars project, Redfall getting an offline mode, ID@Xbox breaking records, and the UK is set to pass the Activision-Blizzard Deal. Unreal Engine 5 was on display while showing off several impressive videos from Hellblade 2 that impressed all around. As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Keelhauled: A Sea of Thieves Podcast
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Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
Wednesday Mar 29, 2023
#ClashArtifactsofChaos #Interview #xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Carlos Bordeu, Co-Founder of ACE Team to discuss the design philosophy of Clash: Artifacts of Chaos. Carlos shares how the game's visual style impacted design, what the team set out to do in a limited development window, and how the team solicits player feedback. Enjoy!
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
Sunday Mar 26, 2023
#UnrealEngine5 #Respawn #Hellblade2
In episode 170 Luke and Logun discuss Respawn’s new studio and new Star Wars project, Redfall getting an offline mode, ID@Xbox breaking records, and the UK is set to pass the Activision-Blizzard Deal. Unreal Engine 5 was on display while showing off several impressive videos from Hellblade 2 that impressed all around. As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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 19, 2023
Sunday Mar 19, 2023
#DiabloIV #ResidentEvil4 #Exoprimal
In episode 169 Luke and Logun discuss the latest cloud streaming deals signed by Microsoft and their competitors, the Diablo and Exoprimal betas are impressing, and Resident Evil 4 reviews are in to great acclaim.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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 Mar 14, 2023
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
#Valheim #Interview #xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Jonathan Smårs, developer of Iron Gate studios working on the Viking survival title Valheim. Smårs discusses bringing the game to Xbox Game Preview, Xbox Game Pass, and the process of bringing the game to consoles overall.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Sunday Mar 12, 2023
Sunday Mar 12, 2023
#Starfield #ResidentEvil4 #XboxE3
In episode 168 Luke and Logun discuss Starfield’s new direct and release date, the Capcom Spotlight’s Xbox adjacent announcements including Resident Evil 4, Street Fighter 6, and Exoprimal. Lastly, E3 news has begun trickling in and just what is Xbox planning?
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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 05, 2023
Sunday Mar 05, 2023
#ActivisionBlizzard #wolongfallendynasty #EldenRingDLC
In episode 167 Luke and Logun discuss reports of the EU approving the Activision Blizzard deal, Elden Ring is dropping DLC, and Wo Long has arrived to critical acclaim.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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!
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
#ShadowGambit #Interview #xbox
In this interview Luke Lohr is joined by Moritz Wagner, Head of Design at Mimimi Games working on the stealth-tactics title Shadow Gambit: The Cursed Crew. Wagner discusses the team's reaction to the game's reveal, designing stealth missions in an open world, and how the tactics genre has evolved thanks to their influence.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
Sunday Feb 26, 2023
#forzahorizon5 #suicidesquadkillthejusticeleague #Xbox
In episode 166 Luke and Logun tackle the massive updates in the Activision Blizzard Deal which lead Xbox to partner with both Nintendo and Nvideo. Forza Horizon 5's expansion Rally Adventure has debuted and is underwhelming. The upcoming season of Halo Infinite, and the best multiplatform announcements at the PlayStation State of Play like Street Fighter and Suicide Squad Kill The Justice League... As always, we hope you enjoy the show.
XEP now has a Patreon! If you enjoy XEP please consider supporting us financially to help us look, sound, and podcast better.
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, the InsipidGhost, plays host and discusses various topics throughout the industry. The guests on the show are meant to help gamers expand their knowledge of the gaming industry.
Twitter: InsipidGhost, Instagram: InsipidGhost, Hive: InsipidGhost
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
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!