Xbox Casuals is a biweekly podcast dedicated to all things Xbox, brought to you by Tower Casuals by Boss Rush Media and the Boss Rush Network. Every other Friday, hosts Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the latest Xbox news, rumors, Game Pass updates, new releases, and more. Tune in for new episodes every other Friday on all major podcast platforms and on the Tower Casuals YouTube channel.
Xbox is facing a crossroads, and the future of the brand depends on more than just nostalgia and remasters. In this episode of Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the challenges facing Microsoft’s gaming division, from a lack of fresh ideas and major releases to questions about the company’s long-term strategy. The hosts discuss why remastered classics alone cannot carry Xbox…
Email the podcast your questions or topics : towercasuals@gmail.com The move to digital downloads is changing the way we buy, own, and play video games, and it has many players wondering if physical games are slowly becoming a thing of the past. In this episode of Xbox Casuals , Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney dive into the ongoing debate…
The team at Bungie, the studios at Xbox, and the video game industry continue to face one of its biggest turning points ever. This week, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the major changes affecting both Bungie and the ongoing changes at Xbox. After Destiny 2 received its final planned service updates, Bungie announced nearly 300…
The Xbox Summer Showcase has come and gone, and Xbox delivered one of its strongest presentations in years. This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down everything from the Xbox Summer Showcase, including the latest looks at Gears of War: E-Day, Fable, Halo: Combat Evolved Remake, Clockwork Revolution, and much more. The duo also dives into Xbox’s growing partnership with…
The XBOX Summer Showcase is right around the corner, so you know what time it is. This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss the recent news on what's happening at Bungie, Destiny 2, and Marathon Season 2, the discussions surrounding XBOX's major changes internally and what "tough decisions" actually means, and what Asha Sharma's first on-stage appearance might look like at…
The future of Xbox just got a whole lot more interesting with potential leaks, leadership shakeups, and a surprise shadow drop. This week on Xbox Casuals , Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma's continued aggression in player-first moves, the latest in leadership changes, Forza Horizon 6 and whether legit city racing could finally return to the series in its Japanese…
Xbox is making some aggressive moves, and it feels like things are finally out in the open. Under Asha Sharma and Matt Booty, the team laid out a clear four-part plan for the future, covering hardware, games, player experience, and services. On this week’s Xbox Casuals , Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney discuss what it all means, from stabilizing the current console generation and teasing Project…
The gaming world feels a little all over the place right now. This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the March 2026 Xbox Partner Preview and its 19 reveals before shifting to the tougher side of the industry, including Epic Games laying off over 1,000 employees as Fortnite engagement declines and costs continue to rise, leading to the shutdown of modes like Ballistic…
What exactly is Microsoft trying to say about the future of Xbox? On paper, it’s actually a lot simpler than they’re making it sound. This week on Xbox Casuals , Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney dig into Project Helix. The idea behind Helix sounds pretty simple on paper—bringing Xbox and PC gaming libraries together into one ecosystem that could include games from the Microsoft…
Xbox shocked the gaming world on Friday with major leadership changes. This week on Xbox Casuals, Corey Dirrig and Josh Finney break down the massive news shaking up Xbox. Sarah Bond and Phil Spencer are stepping away from their roles as they help usher in a new era under incoming CEO Asha Sharma. Does Sharma’s resume set her up for success—or could it present challenges as she takes the reins of…