# Neither Credible, Nor Attractive | Steam Controller review, Ryan Cohen, Switch 2 Price

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Podcast: [Dense Pixels - Video Game News and Reviews](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dense-pixels-video-game-news-and-reviews-987140)
Published: 2026-05-13T18:51:41+00:00
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Brad finds himself completely engrossed in the revamped Diablo IV endgame experience following the Lord of Hatred expansion, crediting the addition of a legitimate and satisfying crafting system that transforms the itemization grind. The new mechanics have breathed fresh life into the action RPG's post-campaign content. The long-awaited Steam Controller finally arrives and it's pretty damn good according to the hosts, though with one important caveat: you need to fully engage with Steam Input to unlock its potential. They break down the learning curve and why embracing Valve's customization tools is essential. Alabaster Dawn emerges as a promising new action-RPG that demonstrates real potential thanks to its impressively flowing combat system. eBay officially rejects Ryan Cohen's absurd overture to purchase the company, delivering their response in the most devastatingly polite corporate language possible. The professional dismissal perfectly encapsulates how seriously the business world takes GameStop's CEO. Switch 2 prices are finally increasing due to the ongoing RAM shortage crisis, but consumers still have a limited window to purchase at current pricing before the hike takes effect. The hosts advise on whether waiting or buying now makes more sense. A true gaming legend in Takashi Tezuka announces his retirement from Nintendo after an extraordinary forty-plus year career shaping some of gaming's most beloved franchises. The hosts celebrate his monumental contributions to the industry and Mario's legacy. PS5 sales have dropped sharply in recent quarters, and Sony's questionable solution appears to be pivoting corporate focus toward AI initiatives rather than addressing core gaming concerns. The strategy raises eyebrows about PlayStation's future direction. Xbox int…

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