Activision’s walkout and toxicity in gaming

This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into the toxic mess at Activision Blizzard with Senior Editor Jessica Conditt. California is suing the company over its frat boy culture, something we’ve seen at many gaming companies over the years. What’s actually going on, and what does it mean for the gaming industry as a whole? Tune in for our thoughts! Also, we chat about Facebook’s metaverse ambitions, some new chip plans for Intel and… Xbox Krispy Kreme donuts. What’s happening with the Activision Blizzard walkout? – 1:25 Netflix might be getting into gaming? – 16:51 Facebook has started mentioning “the metaverse” a lot – 21:18 New Samsung S-Pen for foldables – 26:16 Intel is doing some interesting marketing to keep up with its competition – 32:33 New earbuds from Nothing (the company) and Master & Dynamic – 37:50 Krispy Kreme has an official Xbox donut – 42:52 Working on – 44:46 Pop culture picks – 49:52