This week on Next Take Podcast, Canada’s own Mikel & RJ break down the latest headlines shaking up the gaming industry. From gaming studios responding to the future of physical media and the growing conversation around GTA 6 Trailer 3 heading to Netflix, to GameSpot’s Best Games of 2026 So Far, Plus. Mikel & RJ tackle the ultimate Nintendo debate: What is the greatest Super Mario game of all time?
How gaming studios and publishers like capcom, ubisoft, take two and more are reacting, whether physical games still have a place in an increasingly digital industry, and what an all-digital future could ultimately mean for gamers, collectors, retailers, and the preservation of video game history.
GameSpot has revealed its picks for the Best Games of 2026 So Far, highlighting some of the year’s biggest critical standouts and must-play releases. From major franchises and highly anticipated sequels to fresh new experiences, 2026 has already delivered an impressive lineup across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo, and PC.
Mikel and RJ jump into one of gaming’s biggest debates: What is the greatest Super Mario game of all time? From the groundbreaking Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario World to 3D classics like Super Mario 64, Super Mario Galaxy, and Super Mario Odyssey, they look back at the games that helped define generations of Nintendo fans.
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