Analytic Dreamz: Notorious Mass Effect

Full Video: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0yJyWAVUMVrs9cwMZ1MGZ8?si=95LC7YLkQOuBD-yJdPWgKALinktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠Analytic Dreamz kicks off 2026 serving time in prison with his first playthrough of A Way Out, the 2018 co-op action-adventure by Hazelight Studios (directed by Josef Fares) and EA, available on PS4, Xbox One, and PC (Steam Deck compatible). Prisoners Leo, a hot-headed family man framed by boss Harvey, and Vincent, a calm avenger of his brother's murder, team up for a daring prison break, evading cops through chases and heists while facing betrayals. Player choices shape paths with two endings in a 6-8 hour story packed with flashbacks and emotional twists.Gameplay requires mandatory 2-player split-screen (local or online) with Friend's Pass allowing one buyer to invite a friend for free. Varied co-op elements include puzzles, QTEs, stealth, shooting, driving, and minigames like fishing, basketball, and darts, demanding constant teamwork. Metacritic scores 78-80; praised for unique co-op and story, with over 9 million sold—best played with a friend.In gaming news, Dead by Daylight's Stranger Things Chapter 2 introduces Vecna as killer, Eleven and Dustin as survivors, plus legendary outfits for Eddie Munson and Robin Buckley, launching January 27. The teaser for Garten of Banban: Last Ticket to the Abyss dives deeper into Banban’s Kindergarten horrors where nothing is safe and logic unravels.Pop culture highlights: Avengers: Doomsday arrives December 18 with Robert Downey Jr. returning alongside a massive cast. A24's The Death of Robin Hood stars Hugh Jackman as a battle-worn, murderous outlaw seeking redemption alongside Jodie Comer. Join Analytic Dreamz for raw reactions and deep dives in this Notorious Mass Effect segment!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz dives deep into Bruno Mars' highly anticipated album announcement for The Romantic, his fourth solo studio album arriving February 27, 2026—his first since the Grammy-sweeping 24K Magic in 2016 after nearly a decade-long hiatus.Analytic Dreamz breaks down the key facts: the lead single drops January 10, 2026, with pre-orders now live at BrunoMars.com. Following massive 2025 chart dominance via collaborations like the record-breaking "Die With a Smile" with Lady Gaga (#1 on Billboard Year-End Hot 100, fastest to 1 billion Spotify streams) and "APT." with Rosé (peaking at #5, earning multiple 2026 Grammy nods), this release capitalizes on post-Grammy momentum.Expect a shift toward romantic ballads and emotional storytelling, influenced by hits like "When I Was Your Man" and "Versace on the Floor," blending R&B, pop, and soul—positioning The Romantic for a potential first #1 Billboard 200 debut amid overwhelming fan excitement.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠ In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz explores the ongoing saga of J. Cole's long-teased album The Fall Off—rumored as his potential final studio project, first mentioned in 2018 and still unreleased as of January 2026.Analytic Dreamz analyzes the latest buzz: recent Rory & Mal podcast claims of an imminent Thursday (Jan 9) drop have sparked speculation, though unconfirmed amid industry skepticism. Deeper delays stem from unverified reports that original versions featured multiple tracks with both Drake and Kendrick Lamar—forcing rewrites post their 2024 feud fallout.Following Cole's quick retraction of "7 Minute Drill" and public apology after the "Like That" verse, anticipation remains sky-high for this pivotal release, with fans eyeing 2026 as the realistic window for Cole's defining statement.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, Analytic Dreamz breaks down the latest on Drake's highly anticipated ninth solo studio album ICEMAN—his first since For All the Dogs (2023) and the collaborative $ome $exy $ongs 4 U with PARTYNEXTDOOR (2025).Analytic Dreamz covers the ongoing rollout: cinematic "Iceman: Episodes" livestreams, released singles like "What Did I Miss?" (July 2025), "Which One" feat. Central Cee, and "Dog House" feat. Yeat & Julia Wolf (Sept 2025), plus previews of tracks like "Supermax" and "Stuck."With confirmed producers Tay Keith and Oz, rumored features including 21 Savage and Playboi Carti, and recent insider updates from DJ Akademiks ("The Iceman is coming") and Houston's Dr. Calvin Jung (intro finished, signaling near-completion), momentum builds for a winter 2026 drop.Viewed as a pivotal post-Kendrick Lamar feud statement project with competitive energy and high-stakes commercial potential, ICEMAN has fans buzzing amid Drake's Houston ties and perfected final stages.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/Analytic⁠Join The Normandy For Additional Bonus Audio And Visual Content For All Things Nme+! Join Here: ⁠https://ow.ly/msoH50WCu0K⁠In this segment of Notorious Mass Effect, host Analytic Dreamz dives deep into the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe hype with reactions to the official Avengers: Doomsday teaser trailers. Analytic Dreamz breaks down the emotional Captain America teaser featuring Chris Evans' return as Steve Rogers, the intense Thor teaser spotlighting Chris Hemsworth's God of Thunder preparing for one final battle to protect his daughter Love, and the highly anticipated X-Men teaser showcasing the return of classics like Professor X, Magneto, and Cyclops in a dramatic standoff. Analytic Dreamz also touches on the buzz surrounding the recent Wakandans and Fantastic Four-focused teaser, building excitement for Robert Downey Jr.'s Doctor Doom and the massive multiverse crossover ahead in Avengers: Doomsday, set for December 2026. Join Analytic Dreamz for in-depth analysis, insights on MCU implications, and passionate commentary on these game-changing reveals.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/analytic-dreamz-notorious-mass-effect/donationsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy