The Current State of Gaming Spaces & Information Disorder with Mediawise

In this episode of Gamertag Radio, hosts Danny Peña and Riana Manuel-Peña team up with MediaWise to explore the impact of online misinformation and toxic culture within video game spaces. They are joined by lead web developer at Poynter, Jay Tillery and veteran 3D artist Del Walker. The panel discusses how rumors spread rapidly across social media, why negative clickbait dominates the algorithm, and the real-world impact fake leaks and toxic discourse have on both game developers and gaming communities.Key Topics Covered: The Mechanics of Misinformation: Del Walker offers a developer's perspective on why bad-faith rumors, clickbait headlines, and claims of "lazy developers" gain traction online due to missing context around bug fixes, certification schedules, and studio pipelines. Digital Ownership & Industry Trends: A candid discussion on digital licensing, game preservation, content removal on major console storefronts, and how consumer behavior impacts physical media. Cleaning Your Digital Space: Actionable advice on curbing toxicity in online lobbies, curate social media algorithms, and combat information disorder. Note: This live stream recorded in partnership with MediaWise leads into Gamertag Radio's upcoming panel at TwitchCon 2026 in San Diego on Nov 14 at 10:30am PT.