# Hangout #78 – Datacron Burnout: Monthly Madness, Crystal Drain & CG Spin

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Podcast: [The Hutts Hangout](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hutts-hangout-7061249)
Published: 2026-01-17T19:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Are Datacrons officially out of control? In this episode of The Hutts Hangout, AussieMike, The Lost Womprat and Th3Burm break down CG’s move to monthly Datacron releases and shorter lifespans — and why we don’t buy the “same mental load” claim. We discuss how this kills downtime between Conquests, increases crystal pressure, and turns Datacrons into a nonstop grind, plus what it means for free-to-play players and long-term burnout. Add a hungover Womprat, broken tech, and classic Hutt chaos, and you’ve got another wild Hangout. You can find more content from our hosts – ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/huttshangout⁠

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