Unlocked, from IGN and Geek Media, is a weekly Xbox news and discussion podcast hosted by Ryan McCaffrey with rotating expert guests. It covers consoles, PC, Game Pass and cloud gaming. The show has 798 episodes, typical length near 78 minutes, and estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode. Estimated rate is $360 to $2,000 per episode.
Weekly Xbox audience of engaged gamers hearing news and debate from IGN
- Nearly 800 episodes with a steady weekly cadence since 2009
- Apple Podcasts rating of 4.4 from 2,798 ratings
- Recent episodes run 70 to 95 minutes, giving room for host-read mid-roll placements
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- co-hosted panel discussion, news commentary, event recap
- Tone
- analytical, conversational
- Language
- English
- Production
- Studio production
- Typical length
- 70 to 95 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- IGNGeek Media
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- No
No sponsor mentions found in the feed; the description names only the IGN and Geek Media network.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
Episode titles cover game news, reveals and industry business such as pricing and studio changes, with no explicit flags.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | www.ign.com/watch/xbox-unlocked |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id276268454 |
| RSS feed | feeds.megaphone.fm/ignunlocked |
Benchmark score: 34 / 100
Public rule, same for everyone. How it works.
Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Gears of War: E-Day Is Awesome (No Spoilers) – Unlocked 756 | 2026-10-01 | 1 h 11 min |
| Halo Studios Is No Longer Making Halo – Unlocked 755 | 2026-09-24 | 1 h 19 min |
| Sony's Loss Is Xbox's Gain: Hideo Kojima Signs With Xbox for Physint – | 2026-09-11 | 1 h 13 min |
| Kingdom Hearts 4 in Late 2027. Can it Really Be True? – Unlocked 753 | 2026-08-20 | 1 h 18 min |
| Xbox Reportedly Won’t Let Discs Die – Unlocked 752 | 2026-08-06 | 1 h 35 min |
| Where Does Halo Go From Here? + Gears E-Day Multiplayer Thoughts – Unl | 2026-07-30 | 1 h 27 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 18 days ago, a new one about every 7 days.
These days, practically everything is an Xbox, and Xbox fans deserve to celebrate their passion for Xbox everywhere. Unlocked is the definitive Xbox podcast, hosted by Ryan McCaffrey alongside a panel of expert guests. Each week, they dive deep into breaking Xbox news, exclusive game reveals, and heated debates on the future of Xbox—covering everything from consoles and PC to Game Pass and cloud…
About Unlocked
Unlocked is a weekly Xbox podcast from IGN and Geek Media, hosted by Ryan McCaffrey alongside rotating expert guests, according to the show's feed and Apple Podcasts listing. Each episode covers breaking Xbox news, game reveals, Game Pass, cloud gaming and PC, with recent episodes running roughly 70 to 95 minutes. The show has 798 episodes on record, with Apple Podcasts listing 2,798 ratings at an average of 4.4.
Based on ratings and show signals, the audience is estimated at 20,000 to 80,000 downloads per episode, skewing toward adult gamers in the United States and United Kingdom. The feed names no sponsors in its recent episodes.
At the estimated range, a host-read mid-roll would cost roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode. Video game publishers, gaming hardware brands and PC tech companies are the best fit for this audience.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. Unlocked can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about Unlocked
How much does Unlocked charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Estimated rates for a host-read mid-roll are roughly $360 to $2,000 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 80,000 downloads. Final pricing depends on placement and the show's own terms.
What is Unlocked about?
Unlocked is a weekly Xbox podcast from IGN and Geek Media that covers Xbox news, game reveals, Game Pass, cloud gaming and PC gaming, hosted by Ryan McCaffrey with guests.
How do I contact Unlocked about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, and boosted shows can be booked through Starbooked.
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