Episode 79 | Project Helix Revives Xbox?, Assassin's Creed Black Flag Remake, Roguelike Boom | Press Start Select Podcast

Xbox may be preparing its next major move with Project Helix, a rumored strategy that could blur the line between console and PC. If Microsoft is really heading toward a unified ecosystem, what does that mean for traditional consoles and the future of Game Pass? This week on the Press Start Select Podcast, Antonius DaGamer and Super SSS Rank break down the growing speculation around Project Helix and whether it could finally solve Xbox’s long-standing identity problem. They also react to reports of an Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake, discuss why Ubisoft keeps returning to its most beloved entry, and explore the ongoing roguelike boom sparked by massive interest in games like Slay the Spire. From Xbox strategy to Ubisoft nostalgia and indie genre dominance, this episode dives into some of the biggest conversations happening in gaming right now. Episode Chapters 00:00 – Intro & catching up 02:45 – Assassin’s Creed Black Flag remake discussion 15:31 – Why roguelikes are exploding in popularity 21:54 – Xbox Project Helix explained 30:06 – Microsoft strategy & pricing speculation 1:26:13 – PlayStation & Nintendo quick hits 1:45:15 – Resident Evil discussion 1:50:02 – Final thoughts & outro Follow Press Start Select YouTube: Press Start Select Podcast Antonius: Antonius DaGamer Super SSS Rank: SuperSSSRank If you enjoy the show, follow the podcast and leave a rating — it helps more gamers and anime fans discover the show.