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Welcome back to the Shiitake Show<\/strong>, where we present our shiitakes for your enjoyment or otherwise.<\/p>\n

This week, with the imminent destruction of Xbox (according to some circles), we’re wondering who the hell needs a PS5 Pro, as it’s still rumoured to be coming out this year – despite the fact that Sony considers the base PS5 to be entering its final phase of life (already? Seriously?).<\/p>\n

We also discuss the endless streaming wars in the wake of Pokemon TV disappearing, and how this affects our favourite franchises such as Star Trek and Marvel, and then wonder when live-service games are going to hit their rock bottom.<\/p>\n

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Welcome back to the Shiitake Show, where we present our shiitakes for your enjoyment or otherwise. This week, with the imminent destruction of Xbox (according to some circles), we’re wondering who the hell needs a PS5 Pro, as it’s still rumoured to be coming out this year – despite the fact that Sony considers the base PS5 to be entering its final phase of life (already? Seriously?). We also discuss the endless streaming wars in the wake of Pokemon TV disappearing, and how this affects our favourite franchises such as Star Trek and Marvel, and then wonder when live-service games are going to hit their rock bottom. 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