Microsoft closed a number of Bethesda studios, including Redfall maker Arkane Austin and Hi-Fi Rush developer Tango Gameworks. Kaitlyn and Sam discuss the implications behind the closures, why these ones were a shock even amongst many closures and layoffs, and what the upcoming Xbox Showcase will look like. The duo also touch on the Nintendo Switch 2 update from Nintendo as well as a spoiler discussion on the finale of Prime Video’s Fallout series and what they’re looking forward to in Season 2.  Timecodes:  Stories discussed: IGN – Microsoft Closes Redfall Developer Arkane Austin, Hi-Fi Rush Developer Tango Gameworks, and More in Devastating Cuts at BethesdaBloomberg – Microsoft’s Xbox Is Planning More Cuts After Studio ClosingsThe Verge – Microsoft completes Activision Blizzard acquisition, Call of Duty now part of XboxGamesindustry.biz – What do studio closures mean for Xbox strategy? | OpinionGamesindustry.biz – Nintendo profits rise to $6.2bn ahead of quiet yearFollow the podcast on Twitter and YouTube @RealTimeStrats, and email us questions at [email protected]. Follow Kaitlyn and Sam on social media @KaitlynRedWing and @SamScotMosher respectively.