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
Monday Jan 06, 2020
Monday Jan 06, 2020
In episode 13 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we'll discuss Vince Zampella's move to head up DICE LA without leaving his role at Respawn Entertainment, we'll look back at a decade of ups and downs in the 2010's for Xbox, and lastly enjoy some listener mail.
Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Dec 23, 2019
Monday Dec 23, 2019
In episode 12 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we take a look at viewership analytics from The Game Awards, revisit the naming of the Xbox Series X (along with its impact on xCloud), and highlight January's Games With Gold. In the back half of the show we chat with Stu Grubbs, the CEO and Co-Founder of Lightstream about their PC-less streaming service, Mixer integration, and how they utilize data to hone their craft. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Dec 16, 2019
Monday Dec 16, 2019
In episode 11 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the surprise reveal of the Xbox Series X at The Game Awards. We break down the naming conventions used by Xbox ecosystem along with the announcement of Senua's Saga: Hellblade 2. Resident Evil 3 and listener questions round out the episode. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Dec 09, 2019
Monday Dec 09, 2019
In episode 10 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the potential of a 2 SKU Xbox Scarlett with Anaconda and Lockhart along with their potential price-points. Halo: Reach has been added to the much talked about Master Chief Collection, and we reveal the official "XEP Must Play 2019 Awards". After that we are joined by Horror Indie developer Benjamin Rivers to discuss his time in the industry, working with ID@Xbox and bringing Worse Than Death to players this past October. All that and more. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Dec 02, 2019
Monday Dec 02, 2019
In episode 9 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we examine Phil Spencer's statements on VR in reference to Xbox and Project Scarlett. With "rumors and speculation" abound ahead of new hardware and the game awards, we raise the question of whether or not this damages the industry. Lastly the question of how to end a franchise sparks thoughts on what games have great endings. All that and more. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Nov 25, 2019
Monday Nov 25, 2019
In episode 8 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) Amazon as they ready themselves to enter the game streaming foray. The Game Awards have been announced and they're not without controversy. We'll look to see how founded those concerns are. Final thoughts on Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order are offered along with discussion points on how Half-Life Alyx may help usher VR platforms onto Project Scarlett. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Nov 18, 2019
Monday Nov 18, 2019
In episode 7 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the impressive slate of announcements of X019 including the expansion of Project xCloud moving into 2020. Xbox Game Pass continues to make impressive additions including Final Fantasy, the Yakuza titles, and Kingdom Hearts. Finally, we offer impressions of Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order.
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Nov 11, 2019
Monday Nov 11, 2019
In episode 6 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss the incredible design of the Elite 2 controller and the accessibility options it continues to bring to gamers of all types. With X019 on the horizon we take a look towards announcements likely and unlikely. Finally, to close out the show we chat with Edward Rowe of Red Blue Games about their upcoming game Sparklite, an ID@Xbox title that will bring joy to fans of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Rogue Legacy.
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Nov 04, 2019
Monday Nov 04, 2019
In episode 5 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss EA Access arriving on Steam and how this impacts Xbox Game Pass. Blizzard returns to the news with their Blizzcon announcements of Diablo 4 and Overwatch 2, along with an apology that received mixed reactions. Xbox All-Access is changing how gamers can purchase an Xbox with upgrades to Scarlett. We discuss The Outer Worlds and lastly end on the decision to see Death Stranding on PC.
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com
Monday Oct 28, 2019
Monday Oct 28, 2019
In episode 4 of the Xbox Expansion Pass (XEP) we discuss Ubisoft's delaying of Watch Dogs: Legion along with several other flagship titles. Continued experimentation of Project xCloud has lead to some surprising discoveries and hands on time with Modern Warfare has shown the game to be quite impressive, although those with anxiety should be cautioned. Jedi Fallen Order is fast approaching and Fallout 76 takes another dramatic step backward in angering fans with its new (expensive) pricing structure. Enjoy!
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.
Contact: InsipidGhost@gmail.com