In this final episode of Video Game Tango, hosts Nick, Josh, and Andy announce the podcast is going on indefinite hiatus. The decision stems from a combination of factors: Andy's increased workload at his day job, making the significant time commitment for production unsustainable; the evolving personal schedules of all hosts; and a growing sense of burnout with the current state of the gaming industry.

The hosts express that covering gaming news has become less enjoyable, citing a constant stream of studio layoffs, project cancellations, rising hardware costs, and a corporatized landscape that feels "like a bummer." They emphasize their pride in the five-and-a-half-year run, thanking their dedicated audience, but feel the format requires more energy and enthusiasm than they can currently give.

While Video Game Tango is paused, they hint at a potential return in a different format in the future. In the meantime, they plan to release compilations and clips on their short-form social channels (YouTube, TikTok, Instagram). The episode closes with a mix of nostalgia, inside jokes, and heartfelt thanks, promising this is "see you later" rather than a permanent goodbye.

This episode dives deep into the shocking downturn in 2025 video game sales, breaks down the compelling rumor of Half-Life 3 launching with the Steam Machine in 2026, and recaps all the biggest reveals from The Game Awards! We discuss Exodus, FOTOR, Orbital, For Loop, Larian's next game, and what the sales data means for the industry. Like, comment, and subscribe for more!

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Join Nick, Josh, and Andy on Video Game Tango as they break down Valve's newly announced Steam Machine! In this episode, we dive into the specs, analyze the all-important price point, and debate who this "little black box" is really for. Can it compete with the PS5 and Xbox? Will it appeal to console gamers or just PC enthusiasts? We explore the potential market, the value of the Steam ecosystem, and why this might be a huge step for gaming on Linux.

Topics Covered:

• Steam Machine Price Speculation & Analysis

• Target Audience: Console Gamers vs. PC Newbies

• Steam Machine vs. Steam Deck: Who buys what?

• The Console vs. PC Debate: Simplicity and Freedom

• The Next Xbox Rumors and the Competitive Landscape

• The Fight for an Open Platform: SteamOS vs. Windows