Xbox Expansion Pass
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<p><strong>Welcome to The Expansion Pass (XP) — your place for clear, thoughtful discussions on gaming without the console-war noise.</strong></p> <p>Hosted by Luke Lohr (InsipidGhost) and Captain Logun, XP covers the biggest stories in gaming across Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, and Game Pass through weekly news analysis, in-depth reviews, and long-form developer interviews.</p> <p>Formerly Xbox Expansion Pass, the show has evolved into a multiplatform gaming podcast while staying rooted in the strategy, ecosystem, and conversations that built it.</p> <p>With 150+ interviews featuring developers, journalists, and studio leads — from AAA to indie — XP offers a grounded perspective on how games are made, why decisions happen, and where the industry is headed. Guests include creators from Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Respawn, id Software, Ninja Theory, Blizzard, Asobo, Remedy, and more.</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Hear on XP</strong></p> <p>• Weekly gaming and industry news<br />• Hands-on previews and spoiler-free reviews<br />• Interviews with developers, journalists, and industry veterans<br />• Coverage of Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, and Game Pass<br />• Honest analysis grounded in experience and respect for players</p> <p><strong>Why Listeners Come to XP</strong></p> <p>• Clear takes<br />• No console-war noise<br />• Insightful, professional coverage<br />• A welcoming gaming community<br />• Industry-level conversations made accessible</p> <p>Whether you're here for gaming news, developer insight, or thoughtful commentary on a changing industry, <strong>The Expansion Pass (XP)</strong> delivers high-quality coverage every week.</p> <p>Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Pandora, SiriusXM, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more.</p> <p><strong>Subscribe and join the XP community — and enjoy gaming discussions built on clarity, passion, and respect.</strong></p>
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Recent Episodes
July 28, 2026
Andrew Hulshult Interview | DOOM, Iron Lung, DUSK & The Dark Ages Story
Andrew Hulshult has become one of the defining composers of modern FPS games, with credits including DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods, DOOM + DOOM II, DUSK, Prodeus, Heretic + Hexen, Quake Champions, and more. In this exclusive interview, Andrew joins The Expansion Pass to discuss his journey from learning guitar through Napster to becoming one of gaming's most recognizable composers. We explore how the fan-favorite IDKFA soundtrack became official DOOM content, the pressure of following legendary composers Bobby Prince and Mick Gordon, and the incredible story behind choosing to score Iron Lung instead of pursuing what became DOOM: The Dark Ages. We also discuss: How Andrew got started in music The origins of IDKFA Working with id Software DOOM Eternal: The Ancient Gods DUSK and the rise of New Blood Interactive Steam Deck and favorite games Composing under impossible deadlines Indie vs. AAA development Dream franchises he'd still love to score Upcoming projects Whether you're a fan of DOOM, retro FPS games, game music, or simply enjoy hearing from the developers shaping the industry, this is a conversation you won't want to miss. Thank you for listening to The Expansion Pass. If you enjoyed the interview, please consider following the show and leaving a review—it helps us continue bringing conversations like this to the community.
July 26, 2026
God of War Gets a Release Date, Halo Campaign Evolved Reviews & Steam Machine | XP 330
Host The Expansion Pass and guest Jefftroidvania discuss God of War's release, game reviews, and Valve's Steam Machine, offering insights into gaming's future.
July 19, 2026
Is Bethesda Finally Getting It Right? Fallout 5, Switch 2 & Gaming's Next Generation | XP 329
Luke Lohr and Captain Logun interview Todd Howard about Bethesda's future, including Fallout 5, The Elder Scrolls VI, and Nintendo Switch 2's impact on gaming's next generation.
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- What is Xbox Expansion Pass?
<p><strong>Welcome to The Expansion Pass (XP) — your place for clear, thoughtful discussions on gaming without the console-war noise.</strong></p> <p>Hosted by Luke Lohr (InsipidGhost) and Captain Logun, XP covers the biggest stories in gaming across Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, and Game Pass through weekly news analysis, in-depth reviews, and long-form developer interviews.</p> <p>Formerly Xbox Expansion Pass, the show has evolved into a multiplatform gaming podcast while staying rooted in the strategy, ecosystem, and conversations that built it.</p> <p>With 150+ interviews featuring developers, journalists, and studio leads — from AAA to indie — XP offers a grounded perspective on how games are made, why decisions happen, and where the industry is headed. Guests include creators from Xbox Game Studios, Bethesda, Ubisoft, Respawn, id Software, Ninja Theory, Blizzard, Asobo, Remedy, and more.</p> <p><strong>What You’ll Hear on XP</strong></p> <p>• Weekly gaming and industry news<br />• Hands-on previews and spoiler-free reviews<br />• Interviews with developers, journalists, and industry veterans<br />• Coverage of Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, PC, and Game Pass<br />• Honest analysis grounded in experience and respect for players</p> <p><strong>Why Listeners Come to XP</strong></p> <p>• Clear takes<br />• No console-war noise<br />• Insightful, professional coverage<br />• A welcoming gaming community<br />• Industry-level conversations made accessible</p> <p>Whether you're here for gaming news, developer insight, or thoughtful commentary on a changing industry, <strong>The Expansion Pass (XP)</strong> delivers high-quality coverage every week.</p> <p>Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podbean, Pandora, SiriusXM, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and more.</p> <p><strong>Subscribe and join the XP community — and enjoy gaming discussions built on clarity, passion, and respect.</strong></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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