The nineteenth episode of the Glitch Podcast, hosted by senior editors Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Evan Jensen, discusses major changes within the gaming industry, from the departure of Xbox’s CEO Phil Spencer to sweeping pushes for AI-based age verification technology in games and digital experiences, along with new game announcements from Nintendo and the Pokémon Company.
The Glitch Podcast Episode XIX: Age Detection, Nintendo Direct and Next Fest Demos
From AI Age Checks to Appealing Pokémon Announcements hear it on the Glitch Podcast
March 4, 2026
This episode of the Glitch Podcast covers major changes coming to the gaming industry, with changes in Xbox’s management team and new pushes for AI-based Age Verification in gaming and online services.
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