The TD Gaming Podcast is a his & her podcast on recent gaming news, opinionated game reviews, game deals and site news. Gamers talking about gaming from both perspectives.
Each episode will start with This Month In Gaming, in which we discuss a historical game release that occurred in the month of the episodes recording. We'll end on History of Gaming which discusses a historical game, company or innovation from the archives of gaming industry.
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Gaming Podcast 159: Mega Dork
| Published On: | Tue, 2 February 2010 21:58:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:06:37 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 45.77MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast, we're flashing back to Trade Wars and the Teleplay Modem while learning a bit about our communities ideas about video gaming in prison. We're checking out a few news tidbits for the week:
* PlayStation 3 has been hacked
* Microsoft plagued by another class action lawsuit
* Nintendo giving their opinion of the iPad
* Gamestop COO wants to educate customers about DLC
* Metal Gear Solid Head developer not happy with delay
* PlayStation 3 has been hacked
* Microsoft plagued by another class action lawsuit
* Nintendo giving their opinion of the iPad
* Gamestop COO wants to educate customers about DLC
* Metal Gear Solid Head developer not happy with delay
Gaming Podcast 158: Staving Your Face
| Published On: | Tue, 26 January 2010 21:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:40 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 38.94MB |
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This week we're missing Don but we're making up for it with pure awesome. Well, we're taking a flashback look at Buck Bumble and the history of Argonaut Games. We're busting through some community feedback and covering a few news tidbits:
Tiger's Scandal doesn't hurt sales
Flash Exploit hacks WoW accounts
Onlive Gaming service in closed beta
Sims 3 tops global PC charts for 2009
Scottish prisoners learning via the Nintendo DS
This week's question of the week is simple: Will DS products change the life of those in prison?
Tiger's Scandal doesn't hurt sales
Flash Exploit hacks WoW accounts
Onlive Gaming service in closed beta
Sims 3 tops global PC charts for 2009
Scottish prisoners learning via the Nintendo DS
This week's question of the week is simple: Will DS products change the life of those in prison?
Gaming Podcast 157: Don's Angry Rant
| Published On: | Tue, 19 January 2010 21:05:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:01:40 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 42.37MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast brings us some recent news articles while also focusing the history and flashbacks on play-by-mail games. We're looking at Diplomacy and discussing this weeks comments. The week in news includes:
* Analyst predicts Nintendo "DS2" will be out in 2011
* Beatles Rock Band lack luster sales
* Nintendo Wii finally gets Netflix
* ESRB Rating Awareness
* Games Fueling Social Change
Don's with us in studio this week and goes on a tear about iPhone Monopoly, requiring many censor beeps.
* Analyst predicts Nintendo "DS2" will be out in 2011
* Beatles Rock Band lack luster sales
* Nintendo Wii finally gets Netflix
* ESRB Rating Awareness
* Games Fueling Social Change
Don's with us in studio this week and goes on a tear about iPhone Monopoly, requiring many censor beeps.
Gaming Podcast 156: Voice Dictation Fail
| Published On: | Tue, 12 January 2010 21:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:55:19 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 38.02MB |
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This week's gaming podcast paints its face with your blood. Okay, not quite, but we're definitely hitting up some news, reading community comments and looking back at Sinistar and the history of the Power Pad. This weeks news includes:
* Metroid Prime Trilogy Dead
* 2K Boston Once Again Irrational Games
* Microsoft focusing on unique experience for Natal
* Fable 3 to be unveiled soon
We're also asking the question, are you looking forward to a LEGO mmo?
* Metroid Prime Trilogy Dead
* 2K Boston Once Again Irrational Games
* Microsoft focusing on unique experience for Natal
* Fable 3 to be unveiled soon
We're also asking the question, are you looking forward to a LEGO mmo?
Gaming Podcast 155: Ms. Pac-Man's For Girls
| Published On: | Tue, 05 January 2010 21:29:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:01:55 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 42.54MB |
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This week we're bringing the energy, talking about General Computer Corporation, Ms. Pac-Man and reading off some good listener questions (including our facebook questions). We're hitting up the news with the following stories:
* Microsoft Working on new motion control
* EA shutting down game servers
* Activision making DJ hero 2
* Sega not making hard core titles for the Wii
* EA cutting game prices?
This week's question of the week, are we going to spend more money on episodic content than a single-boxed game?
* Microsoft Working on new motion control
* EA shutting down game servers
* Activision making DJ hero 2
* Sega not making hard core titles for the Wii
* EA cutting game prices?
This week's question of the week, are we going to spend more money on episodic content than a single-boxed game?
Gaming Podcast 154: 2010 Predictions
| Published On: | Tue, 29 December 2009 15:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:55:43 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 38.29MB |
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This gaming podcast closes out the year of 2009, we're going to put in our predictions for the year, we're going to hear a few comments from listeners and flash back to a game that has yet to be (but is old enough to flash back): Duke Nukem Forever. You'll also, finally, get the first impressions of Assassin's Creed 2 and some game news including:
* Duke Nukem Not Done
* PSP 4000 Advertisement was a mistake
* Sony to combine international shipping and video game distribution
* Square Enix Doesn't separate gamers into categories
We'll also ask for your predictions on next years gaming excitement. What are your predictions, in the game industry, for "twenty ten"?
* Duke Nukem Not Done
* PSP 4000 Advertisement was a mistake
* Sony to combine international shipping and video game distribution
* Square Enix Doesn't separate gamers into categories
We'll also ask for your predictions on next years gaming excitement. What are your predictions, in the game industry, for "twenty ten"?
Gaming Podcast 153: Shadow Man
| Published On: | Tue, 23 December 2009 13:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:58:07 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 39.93MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast flashes back to Drakkhan, touches on the history of Infocom and battles some gaming news in a time when gaming news is light. We're reading some community comments and tackling these difficult headlines:
* Natal suffering from lag?
* Another PSP model in the works?
* Blizzard is not anti-console
* Carl Icahn Buys more than 11% stock in Take Two
* Blu Ray 3D specification finalized
This week's question of the week, what occurred in 2009 that "wowed" you, made you happy, built your excitement or just generally rocked your face off?
* Natal suffering from lag?
* Another PSP model in the works?
* Blizzard is not anti-console
* Carl Icahn Buys more than 11% stock in Take Two
* Blu Ray 3D specification finalized
This week's question of the week, what occurred in 2009 that "wowed" you, made you happy, built your excitement or just generally rocked your face off?
Gaming Podcast 152: Down Under
| Published On: | Tue, 15 December 2009 16:20:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:54:18 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick and Don |
| Size: | 37.32MB |
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This week's gaming podcast is slightly light on news because nobody wants to inform the market about gaming updates, they don't want to damage the holiday sales season. We might not be eating Vegemite sandwiches but there is no doubt Men at Work would love this episode. We're flashing back to California Games, we're hitting up some gaming history on artist and graphic designer Paul Jaquays. We're reading some listener comments while handling these news tidbits:
* Aussies Ask To Voice Option On R18+ Rating
* Wii Remote Colors
* Game Sales Down, Layoff Ax Begins Swinging
* Will EA Stand by Tiger?
This week's question of the week, what do you think of Tiger Woods and his role with Electronic Arts? Will they keep him on the cover?
* Aussies Ask To Voice Option On R18+ Rating
* Wii Remote Colors
* Game Sales Down, Layoff Ax Begins Swinging
* Will EA Stand by Tiger?
This week's question of the week, what do you think of Tiger Woods and his role with Electronic Arts? Will they keep him on the cover?
Gaming Podcast 151: Ugly Baby
| Published On: | Tue, 08 December 2009 18:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:07:52 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 46.63MB |
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This week we're touching on a couple key gaming podcast style stories. We didn't get through the gaming history this week because we had a lot of content to cover. We did, however, hit up the gaming flashback with M.U.L.E and learn about Tony Hawk's ugly baby. This weeks gaming podcast includes:
* Namco Bandai Licenses RealD's Stereoscopic Gaming API
* Pachter predicts another 360 price cut
* Tony Hawk Fights back
* Wii is being called this generation winner
This week's question of the week: Are you ready for a next-generation console yet?
* Namco Bandai Licenses RealD's Stereoscopic Gaming API
* Pachter predicts another 360 price cut
* Tony Hawk Fights back
* Wii is being called this generation winner
This week's question of the week: Are you ready for a next-generation console yet?
Gaming Podcast 150: FPS Clan
| Published On: | Tue, 01 December 2009 22:03:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:58:43 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 40.35MB |
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This week's gaming podcast brings back the old game Lemmings in our flashback while covering the history of DMA Designs. We're also going to explain to you why we'd never make an FPS clan. This weeks news includes:
* Xbox Live iPhone App
* Microsoft thinking about bringing Natal to TVs
* Santa Claus coming to PlayStation Home
* Puzzle Quest 2 Coming in the Spring
* Valve and Steam don't mix
* Blizzard: Don't bother cloning WoW
This week's question of the week, would you rather have the "Swiss army knife" of gaming hand-held systems that does it all, but features must be turned off to conserve battery life or a more focused hand-held platform that does just what's needed with no additional bells and whistles?
* Xbox Live iPhone App
* Microsoft thinking about bringing Natal to TVs
* Santa Claus coming to PlayStation Home
* Puzzle Quest 2 Coming in the Spring
* Valve and Steam don't mix
* Blizzard: Don't bother cloning WoW
This week's question of the week, would you rather have the "Swiss army knife" of gaming hand-held systems that does it all, but features must be turned off to conserve battery life or a more focused hand-held platform that does just what's needed with no additional bells and whistles?
Gaming Podcast 149: Soloing as a Couple
| Published On: | Tue, 24 November 2009 22:13:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:28:55 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 61.08MB |
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This week's gaming podcast, we're missing Don as he's too busy having a new child. We're rolling as a duo and cranking through the history of Super Mario Bros. and reviewing the New Super Mario Bros. Wii all while handing some great community questions and busting through some key stories this week:
* No Diablo 3 in 2010
* Android may not be a gaming platform
* Sony making big moves with the PS3
* Microsoft facing possible class action lawsuit
* ArenaNet's Founder Starts a New MMO company
* Nintendo Losing Vice President of Consumer Affairs
This week's question of the week: Is there a game that you didn't really enjoy, or almost couldn't stand, but felt obligated to finish just on principle?
* No Diablo 3 in 2010
* Android may not be a gaming platform
* Sony making big moves with the PS3
* Microsoft facing possible class action lawsuit
* ArenaNet's Founder Starts a New MMO company
* Nintendo Losing Vice President of Consumer Affairs
This week's question of the week: Is there a game that you didn't really enjoy, or almost couldn't stand, but felt obligated to finish just on principle?
Gaming Podcast 148: Games I Don't Like Playing
| Published On: | Tue, 17 November 2009 16:33:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:57 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 44.63MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast covers a few top news stories that inspire tons of discussion, we tackle some user feedback and comments, answers of the week and flashback to Archon: The Light and the Dark. We're also going to review Netflix for the PlayStation 3 for those thinking of ordering the disc from Netflix. This weeks news includes:
* Home No Longer a priority
* Activision looking for more ways to monetize Call of Duty
* October Game sales were down and Casual gamers are to blame
* Super Mario Galaxy 2 harder than the first
This week's question of the week: what was the best game you played that after playing it, you thought to yourself, "That was good. I'm never playing it again"?
* Home No Longer a priority
* Activision looking for more ways to monetize Call of Duty
* October Game sales were down and Casual gamers are to blame
* Super Mario Galaxy 2 harder than the first
This week's question of the week: what was the best game you played that after playing it, you thought to yourself, "That was good. I'm never playing it again"?
Gaming Podcast 147: Drama
| Published On: | Tue, 10 November 2009 20:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:35 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 39.57MB |
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This week we're talking about some gaming news, TV and media, flashing back to Marble Madness and looking at the historical development career of one Mark Cerny. Here are this weeks news links:
* Gearbox Mad at Valve
* Iphone developer accused of Stealing
* Little Big Planet sequel would be counterproductive
* EA buys Playfish
* EA posts $391 Million in losses
Not only do we hate Halloween, but we're asking another question of the week: what game are you looking forward to for the holidays?
* Gearbox Mad at Valve
* Iphone developer accused of Stealing
* Little Big Planet sequel would be counterproductive
* EA buys Playfish
* EA posts $391 Million in losses
Not only do we hate Halloween, but we're asking another question of the week: what game are you looking forward to for the holidays?
Gaming Podcast 146: There is No Cake
| Published On: | Tue, 03 November 2009 21:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:52:36 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 36.15MB |
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We're looking back at Bubble Bobble and the history of Valve Corporation. In gaming podcast news, we're kicking in a few hot stories with some great opinionated comments. Unfortunately, we had no community comments this week. This weeks news includes:
* Nintendo's Profits are dropping
* 3G Coming to Next Nintendo Handheld?
* Assassin's Creed II Preorders better than original Assassin's Creed
* Final Fantasy XIII Experience System Explained
* Konami Plans to Report Big Losses, Financially
* PSPGo's Day-1 Sales Mediocre
This week's question of the week: How do you consume your television or movie media? Netflix, streaming, tiro, buy, theatre, hulu, etc.
* Nintendo's Profits are dropping
* 3G Coming to Next Nintendo Handheld?
* Assassin's Creed II Preorders better than original Assassin's Creed
* Final Fantasy XIII Experience System Explained
* Konami Plans to Report Big Losses, Financially
* PSPGo's Day-1 Sales Mediocre
This week's question of the week: How do you consume your television or movie media? Netflix, streaming, tiro, buy, theatre, hulu, etc.
Gaming Podcast 145: Best of Both Worlds
| Published On: | Tue, 27 October 2009 23:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:06:38 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 45.79MB |
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This week we're flashing back to Metroid II for the Game Boy, something new and different from the normal arcade/console/pc flashbacks. We're also tackling a good deal of community comments and hitting up the news wire:
* Netflix coming to PS3.
* Analysts think DJ Hero demand is below expectations
* iPhone developers next victims of piracy
* Nintendo releasing new bigger DSi in Japan
* Players of Chinese MMO must play character of the same gender
We didn't get to cover history this week because we had lots of back-and-forth arguing about Netflix and the PS3 and rants upon DJ Hero and its "obvious" low-demand. This weeks question of the week, are there any good sim games left that are simple?
* Netflix coming to PS3.
* Analysts think DJ Hero demand is below expectations
* iPhone developers next victims of piracy
* Nintendo releasing new bigger DSi in Japan
* Players of Chinese MMO must play character of the same gender
We didn't get to cover history this week because we had lots of back-and-forth arguing about Netflix and the PS3 and rants upon DJ Hero and its "obvious" low-demand. This weeks question of the week, are there any good sim games left that are simple?
Gaming Podcast 144: Specificity
| Published On: | Tue, 20 October 2009 15:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:51:24 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 35.32MB |
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This week we're delving into the news with focused specificity. Okay, we just wanted to use the word. We're traveling back to the days of Might and Magic and covering the history of New World Computing. For news, we're tackling a couple top stories including:
* Microsoft Locking out unauthorized memory units
* Next Gen consoles not actually consoles
* Rumor: New Mario Game
* Rock Band now on iPhone/iPod Touch
* PS3 top selling console for September
We've got some great community questions, great suggestions for board games converted to video games and have a new question, will you buy into Project Natal and Sony's PS3 solution to console transitions with the "wand?"
* Microsoft Locking out unauthorized memory units
* Next Gen consoles not actually consoles
* Rumor: New Mario Game
* Rock Band now on iPhone/iPod Touch
* PS3 top selling console for September
We've got some great community questions, great suggestions for board games converted to video games and have a new question, will you buy into Project Natal and Sony's PS3 solution to console transitions with the "wand?"
Gaming Podcast 143: Short and Sweet
| Published On: | Tue, 13 October 2009 23:39:00 -0800 |
| Duration: | 00:29:46 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 20.47MB |
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This week is a hybrid of a "greatest hits" episode and a short news brief, we've got a couple stories, community comments and Don added a blooper "greatest hits" reel to the end of the episode, so enjoy! The news includes:
* Sony adding two new Spaces to Home
* Unreal engine the "unofficial engine" of Natal
This week, we're still busting a question of the week as well and it's a thinker... if you had one novel to implement into a game (which has never been done), what novel would it be?
* Sony adding two new Spaces to Home
* Unreal engine the "unofficial engine" of Natal
This week, we're still busting a question of the week as well and it's a thinker... if you had one novel to implement into a game (which has never been done), what novel would it be?
Gaming Podcast 142: Hatecast
| Published On: | Tue, 07 October 2009 21:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:50:03 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 34.40MB |
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This episode brings the hate, sarcasm and skepticism in all that is gaming news. We're also super charged with a gaming flashback on Autoduel and the history of Origin Systems, Inc. But, what really brings it all together is the news of the week:
* Nintendo Wii getting exclusive titles
* Microsoft implementing video capture on the 360?
* Rockstar challenging MySpace Music artists
* Ars Technica hates on the PSP Go
* Valve Spending $25 million on Ads
This week's question of the week is quite simple: any board games that need to be re-created as a video game?
* Nintendo Wii getting exclusive titles
* Microsoft implementing video capture on the 360?
* Rockstar challenging MySpace Music artists
* Ars Technica hates on the PSP Go
* Valve Spending $25 million on Ads
This week's question of the week is quite simple: any board games that need to be re-created as a video game?
Gaming Podcast 141: iPhone vs. Consoles?
| Published On: | Tue, 30 September 2009 22:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:49:59 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 34.36MB |
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This week, we're looking at Unreal Tournament and looking back at Digital Extremes. We're hitting up a few of this weeks top news articles including:
* Apple cutting into console sales?
* Tokyo Game Show Attendance down
* Xbox 360 hardware not maxed out
* Project Natal will configure virtual play area
Oddly enough, there wasn't too much exciting news to talk about even given TGS. Slow week, but we had some great community comments and a new question of the week: what game do you recall playing that you felt maxed out the platform it released on?
* Apple cutting into console sales?
* Tokyo Game Show Attendance down
* Xbox 360 hardware not maxed out
* Project Natal will configure virtual play area
Oddly enough, there wasn't too much exciting news to talk about even given TGS. Slow week, but we had some great community comments and a new question of the week: what game do you recall playing that you felt maxed out the platform it released on?
Gaming Podcast 140: Cookie Cutter
| Published On: | Tue, 23 September 2009 21:38:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:52:56 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 36.38MB |
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This week we're pulling a 2-person shift while Don is away being sick and tired. We substituted his astute comments with extra epic insight... okay, we just did as best as we could without him. We flash back to Venture, we do an audio review of Zuma's Revenge and we kicked it free style with some news:
* Halo: ODST Reviews are in
* Turbine working on an MMO for the console
* Price Cuts boost sales, initially, but not over the long term
* Infinity Ward Responds to Gearbox ... sort of
* Red Octane considering Natal controls
This week's question of the week, can big companies still innovate with new games?
* Halo: ODST Reviews are in
* Turbine working on an MMO for the console
* Price Cuts boost sales, initially, but not over the long term
* Infinity Ward Responds to Gearbox ... sort of
* Red Octane considering Natal controls
This week's question of the week, can big companies still innovate with new games?
Gaming Podcast 139: Pirate or Privateer?
| Published On: | Mon, 14 September 2009 16:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:34 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 38.87MB |
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Welcome to the early edition of the gaming podcast, because I'm going to be in Germany this week we had to record a bit early and post the podcast for listening. Hopefully this won't screw up too many people's schedules with a day-early release! This week we're flashing back to Sid Meier's Pirates and learning about women's rights (or lack of) in the life of a privateer. We'll talk a bit about the history of the Amstrad CPC 464 and cover some news:
* Nintendo Wii Rumor: Price Rollback
* Wii Sales Down 50 Percent
* Bethesda Sues Interplay Over Fallout License
* Bungie Says Natal Won't Be Implemented To Be Gimmicky
The community questions were great, gave us lots of nice ideas for a future gaming cave! This week we're riding on the community listener,Onyersix who wrote a good question of the week: "What was the scariest moment you ever experienced playing video games? We're talking the type of shock that makes you need to go and put on a new pair of pants!"
Hey, did you notice our new microphone quality, Jennifer and I have upgraded our studio setup (by about $1,000!), hopefully you'll notice the more dynamic vocal qualities.
* Nintendo Wii Rumor: Price Rollback
* Wii Sales Down 50 Percent
* Bethesda Sues Interplay Over Fallout License
* Bungie Says Natal Won't Be Implemented To Be Gimmicky
The community questions were great, gave us lots of nice ideas for a future gaming cave! This week we're riding on the community listener,Onyersix who wrote a good question of the week: "What was the scariest moment you ever experienced playing video games? We're talking the type of shock that makes you need to go and put on a new pair of pants!"
Hey, did you notice our new microphone quality, Jennifer and I have upgraded our studio setup (by about $1,000!), hopefully you'll notice the more dynamic vocal qualities.
Gaming Podcast 138: Boomshakalaka
| Published On: | Tue, 08 September 2009 20:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:02:15 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 42.77MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast covers the history of NBA Jam and takes a look back at The Bitmap Brothers. All while juggling some cool news stories and cooler community comments. This week's comments talk a bit about what generations are the best, in the eyes of our listeners, and why. This weeks news includes:
* Apple approves Commodore 64 emulator
* Sony PS3 has Patch issues
* Tales of Vesperia Coming to PS3
* PlayStation 3 Slim off to a good start
* Video Games Are Evil, Says Guy Who Made a Lot of Money Creating Video Games
* OnLive Enters Beta
This weeks question of the week, what would you have in your ultimate gamer cave?
* Apple approves Commodore 64 emulator
* Sony PS3 has Patch issues
* Tales of Vesperia Coming to PS3
* PlayStation 3 Slim off to a good start
* Video Games Are Evil, Says Guy Who Made a Lot of Money Creating Video Games
* OnLive Enters Beta
This weeks question of the week, what would you have in your ultimate gamer cave?
Gaming Podcast 137: Beaterator
| Published On: | Tue, 01 September 2009 21:33:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:10:39 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 48.54MB |
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This week's gaming podcast covers a bunch of topics you'd expect to hear in a gaming podcast. What? Yeah, we're flashing back to Master of Orion and taking a little look into the background of Stephen Barcia all while covering a bit of news and community comments. This weeks news includes:
* Microsoft Having Trouble With Halo:ODST
* FCC Wants Universal Game Rating System
* Microsoft announces price drop on Xbox 360
* More Big Name Games coming to the iPhone/iPod Touch
* PlayStation 2 God of War games coming to PS3
* Nintendo DSi Games to hit shelves this fall
This week's question of the week is pretty simple: what, in your opinion, is the best generation of consoles from the earliest until today's consoles?
* Microsoft Having Trouble With Halo:ODST
* FCC Wants Universal Game Rating System
* Microsoft announces price drop on Xbox 360
* More Big Name Games coming to the iPhone/iPod Touch
* PlayStation 2 God of War games coming to PS3
* Nintendo DSi Games to hit shelves this fall
This week's question of the week is pretty simple: what, in your opinion, is the best generation of consoles from the earliest until today's consoles?
Gaming Podcast 136: The Wumpus Episode
| Published On: | Tue, 25 August 2009 21:33:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:10:25 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 48.39MB |
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This week's gaming podcast is all about energy, excitement and enough Warcraft news to make you want to throw up in your own mouth. However, we sugar coat it with lots of other news, great community comments and we're flashing back to Age of Empires while taking a little time to remember the man behind the Wumpus. This weeks news includes:
* 38 Studios Appoints New CEO
* Blizzard Working on LAN support for StarCraft 2
* Guitar Hero 5 DLC not compatible with World Tour
* Most World of Warcraft Rumors were true
* Nintendo and Sony battling it out in the handheld space
* Sony Announces PS3 Slim
This week we're asking the question, what key selling points are needed to sell someone on an Xbox 360 considering the fact that they'd love exclusive FPS titles for the console.
* 38 Studios Appoints New CEO
* Blizzard Working on LAN support for StarCraft 2
* Guitar Hero 5 DLC not compatible with World Tour
* Most World of Warcraft Rumors were true
* Nintendo and Sony battling it out in the handheld space
* Sony Announces PS3 Slim
This week we're asking the question, what key selling points are needed to sell someone on an Xbox 360 considering the fact that they'd love exclusive FPS titles for the console.
Gaming Podcast 135: Raging On World of Warcraft
| Published On: | Tue, 18 August 2009 22:50:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:05:59 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 45.35MB |
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This week we're reporting some news but we're really raging on some World of Warcraft expansion rumors that raise the heat in the studio. Is it going to be worth it? Does it matter if you finished the last expansion? What exactly do you consider an expansion? So many questions. The news includes:
* Quake Live Getting Subscription Option
* More WoW Expansion Rumors
* Xbox 360 has a 54.2 percent failure rate
* Blizzard Not Gouging For Star Craft 2 Expansions
* Chromehounds Losing Online Play
* Earthworm Jim Coming to Everything
This weeks gaming flashback is a little adventure game known as Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Cartridge and our question of the week is simple: Will the World of Warcraft expansion get you to re-buy into the WoW experience?
* Quake Live Getting Subscription Option
* More WoW Expansion Rumors
* Xbox 360 has a 54.2 percent failure rate
* Blizzard Not Gouging For Star Craft 2 Expansions
* Chromehounds Losing Online Play
* Earthworm Jim Coming to Everything
This weeks gaming flashback is a little adventure game known as Advanced Dungeons & Dragons Cartridge and our question of the week is simple: Will the World of Warcraft expansion get you to re-buy into the WoW experience?
Gaming Podcast 134: Do You Want Me To Feel It?
| Published On: | Tue, 11 August 2009 22:25:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:05:23 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 44.93MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming flashback? Scorched Earth, a great artillery style title. We're also taking a historic look back at the game innovations developed by Don Daglow. This weeks news includes:
* Walmart Pushing New Madden Game
* Bestbuy takes on Gamestop
* Halo 2 and Halo 3: ODST possibly coming to Games on Demand
* Nintendo not happy with E3 briefing
* Nintendo Even baffled by Vitality Sensor
* WoW Rumor: Two new playable classes in next expansion
This weeks community feedback was epically cool, we're continuing the questions this week by asking: What game would you invent using the Wii balance board and vitality sensor? Do you have some ideas to solve Nintendo's problem?
* Walmart Pushing New Madden Game
* Bestbuy takes on Gamestop
* Halo 2 and Halo 3: ODST possibly coming to Games on Demand
* Nintendo not happy with E3 briefing
* Nintendo Even baffled by Vitality Sensor
* WoW Rumor: Two new playable classes in next expansion
This weeks community feedback was epically cool, we're continuing the questions this week by asking: What game would you invent using the Wii balance board and vitality sensor? Do you have some ideas to solve Nintendo's problem?
Gaming Podcast 133: Some People Have Tiny Swords
| Published On: | Tue, 04 August 2009 21:36:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:12:05 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 49.53MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks episode covers a lot of cool community comments including some new writers. We're also covering a little flashback on the game Faxanadu and, eventually, learning how to pronounce it. We'll hit up some gaming history on Jordan Weisman and hit on some cool game news including:
* Pearl Jam to release album in stores and on Rock Band
* Microsoft Says Next generation is defined by software and services, not hardware
* TellTale Games Developer says iPhone more powerful than Wii
* The Skies may be crimson all over again
* The SIMS 3 gets its first expansion
* Turbine delays Free-to-play update until Sept
This weeks question of the week is easy, is there a genre of game that you believe hasn't been invented yet? If you don't know...get creative!
* Pearl Jam to release album in stores and on Rock Band
* Microsoft Says Next generation is defined by software and services, not hardware
* TellTale Games Developer says iPhone more powerful than Wii
* The Skies may be crimson all over again
* The SIMS 3 gets its first expansion
* Turbine delays Free-to-play update until Sept
This weeks question of the week is easy, is there a genre of game that you believe hasn't been invented yet? If you don't know...get creative!
Gaming Podcast 132:I Like To Hit You With My Sack
| Published On: | Tue, 28 July 2009 22:17:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:06:44 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 45.86MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we’ve got Doug aboard with the cast as well, he’s a regular on the Everyday Drinkers Podcast. We’re chatting about some of the recent game news, hitting the community comments hard and tackling some of lifes meaningful questions. This week’s gaming flashback includes Baseball Stars for the Nintendo Entertainment system and, in our gaming history… who is Jane Jensen?
* DJ Jazzy Jeff in DJ Hero
* Dexter Coming to iPhone
* German Gamers Stand Up For Their Killer Gaming Rights
* Amazon blames sales loss on video games
* Little Big Planet gets Marvel Comic DLC
This week’s question of the week is simple: Do video game delays effect your buying decisions?
* DJ Jazzy Jeff in DJ Hero
* Dexter Coming to iPhone
* German Gamers Stand Up For Their Killer Gaming Rights
* Amazon blames sales loss on video games
* Little Big Planet gets Marvel Comic DLC
This week’s question of the week is simple: Do video game delays effect your buying decisions?
Gaming Podcast 131: An Inner Ear Problem
| Published On: | Tue, 21 July 2009 22:11:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:55:19 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 38.02MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
We're back! This week we're hitting some fun news articles and kicking it back with a little gaming flashback about Columns. We also break the news about our brand new console that we purchased last week before vacation and touch on KOEI in our gaming history. This weeks news includes:
* Portable Xbox Device Coming?
* Summer Xbox Live Update features
* Microsoft Limiting Indie Games on Xbox Live
* The Best selling Wii games of 2009 are not from 2009
* Dante's Inferno not coming to the PC
This weeks question, we're wondering what your break point is for purchasing a console or a video game, is there a magic number where you finally break down to buy it?
* Portable Xbox Device Coming?
* Summer Xbox Live Update features
* Microsoft Limiting Indie Games on Xbox Live
* The Best selling Wii games of 2009 are not from 2009
* Dante's Inferno not coming to the PC
This weeks question, we're wondering what your break point is for purchasing a console or a video game, is there a magic number where you finally break down to buy it?
Gaming Podcast: Monster Mash
| Published On: | Wed, 15 July 2009 00:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:04:01 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 2.79MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're on vacation but Don is not, so he took the time to build out a cool mashup of some of the podcasts most memorable "moments." Of course, most of them are the strangest bloopers and oddities that we had a couple lol's re-listening to them. Consider this the greatest moments in the last sixty episodes wrapped up in a 4-minute time period. Holy crap.
Gaming Podcast 130: Proselytizing
| Published On: | Tue, 07 July 2009 22:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:05:13 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 44.82MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week's gaming podcast covers some news, history and a classic gaming flashback. We'll be taking next week off, so this week is extra packed with content... okay, well, it's normal. We're looking at Breakout as our flashback and the MB Microvision in our gaming history. This weeks news includes:
* Twittercraft - Twitter while in World of Warcraft
* iPhone Gaming Prices
* Starcraft 2 will have no LAN multi-player support
* Tecmo Koei Concerned with Motion Control Technology
* Rumor: Rockstar confirms two new GTA IV Episodes
* Violence and Combat is old, time for acting
This week we've got two questions for ya, what console/hand-held system do you bring on vacations and do you go out and buy any games before you head on vacation?
* Twittercraft - Twitter while in World of Warcraft
* iPhone Gaming Prices
* Starcraft 2 will have no LAN multi-player support
* Tecmo Koei Concerned with Motion Control Technology
* Rumor: Rockstar confirms two new GTA IV Episodes
* Violence and Combat is old, time for acting
This week we've got two questions for ya, what console/hand-held system do you bring on vacations and do you go out and buy any games before you head on vacation?
Gaming Podcast 129: My Walkman
| Published On: | Tue, 30 June 2009 20:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:02:21 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 42.85MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week is full of crazy energy. We seem to have gone 100% Sony on news chatter but we level that out with some great community feedback about our question of the week. We hit a little Burgertime action in our gaming flashback and bust through some Data East company history.
* Analyst says Sony Motion Control beats MS Natal
* Sony dropping the PS3 price?
* EA heading for a takeover?
* Sony backing Home
* Sony making a PSP Phone?
* Sony Exclusives not anything great
This week we’re asking the question, what is your favorite end-boss in a video game from todays games to the past classics?
* Analyst says Sony Motion Control beats MS Natal
* Sony dropping the PS3 price?
* EA heading for a takeover?
* Sony backing Home
* Sony making a PSP Phone?
* Sony Exclusives not anything great
This week we’re asking the question, what is your favorite end-boss in a video game from todays games to the past classics?
Gaming Podcast 128: Produca
| Published On: | Tue, 23 June 2009 18:27:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:03:02 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 43.32MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast tackles the history of Full Throttle and the history of the SCUMM script system created for Maniac Mansion. We're also hitting up some game news, talking a bit more about games that have changed our lives and taking to heart some great user comments.
* Activision and Sony battling it out
* Lord of the Rings Online, Userbase Growing
* Bad Wording by Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer makes People Think New 360 Coming
* Konami Women Demoted For Being a Mother
* Licensed iPhone Commadore 64 Emulated Rejected by Apple
This weeks question of the week is of the user-submitted style! Krud asks, "If you could only play four games (w/o new DLC for the foreseeable future), what four would you choose?"
* Activision and Sony battling it out
* Lord of the Rings Online, Userbase Growing
* Bad Wording by Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer makes People Think New 360 Coming
* Konami Women Demoted For Being a Mother
* Licensed iPhone Commadore 64 Emulated Rejected by Apple
This weeks question of the week is of the user-submitted style! Krud asks, "If you could only play four games (w/o new DLC for the foreseeable future), what four would you choose?"
Gaming Podcast 127: I Like The Open Hand Action
| Published On: | Tue, 16 June 2009 19:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:59:16 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 40.73MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast includes a lot of fun, we're a bit silly and having a good time. We flash back to Maniac Mansion and cover some history on LucasFilm Games also known as LucusArts. We're diving head-long into some great community submissions for the best and worst controllers of all time. This weeks news includes:
* Rumor: Microsoft Making a New Xbox 360
* Halo ODST will have a $60 price tag
* Sony Making an app store??
* Nintendo's Walk Through System Debuting with New Super Mario Bros. Wii
* ESRB wants to rate iPhone/iPod Touch games
This week Don has doubled up, first we've got a poll for you to answer! What's do you prefer: Star Wars Games or Final Fantasy Games? Question of the Week: What is the best game you have ever played and, if you want to answer the next part you can also let us know why you believe it's changed your life!
* Rumor: Microsoft Making a New Xbox 360
* Halo ODST will have a $60 price tag
* Sony Making an app store??
* Nintendo's Walk Through System Debuting with New Super Mario Bros. Wii
* ESRB wants to rate iPhone/iPod Touch games
This week Don has doubled up, first we've got a poll for you to answer! What's do you prefer: Star Wars Games or Final Fantasy Games? Question of the Week: What is the best game you have ever played and, if you want to answer the next part you can also let us know why you believe it's changed your life!
Gaming Podcast 126: Wii-niss Envy
| Published On: | Tue, 09 June 2009 22:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:06:35 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 45.76MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're finishing our E3 reactions along with our reaction to the recent iPhone/iPod Touch news and their new gaming initiative. Our gaming flashback flies back to After Burner and our game history is all about Yu Suzuki a huge SEGA developer. The news this week includes:
* Some of the big announcements from Sony's E3 Press Conference
* Some of the big announcements from Nintendo's E3 Conference
* Microsoft envisions 10 year lifespan for Xbox 360
* Activision Disappointed by no price cuts at E3
* Michael Pachter thinks the motion control from Sony and Microsoft won't topple the Wii
* iPhone/iPod Touch 3.0 Firmware enhances gaming features
Don's question of the week, what is your favorite controller and what game controller do you hate the most? Thanks for the GREAT responses to last weeks question, so many creative answers.
* Some of the big announcements from Sony's E3 Press Conference
* Some of the big announcements from Nintendo's E3 Conference
* Microsoft envisions 10 year lifespan for Xbox 360
* Activision Disappointed by no price cuts at E3
* Michael Pachter thinks the motion control from Sony and Microsoft won't topple the Wii
* iPhone/iPod Touch 3.0 Firmware enhances gaming features
Don's question of the week, what is your favorite controller and what game controller do you hate the most? Thanks for the GREAT responses to last weeks question, so many creative answers.
Gaming Podcast 125: Holograms
| Published On: | Tue, 02 June 2009 21:33:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:05:48 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 45.21MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're tackling a very small bit of E3 news because our recording occurs on Monday night. We did, however, get a bit of Microsoft E3 news and do not worry, we found lots of other great topics to discuss this week. We also tackle some great user write-ins and other crazy stuff.
* Another PSP Coming: PSP Go
* Atari Says Good bye to Infogrames
* Set Top Boxes another avenue for games
* Starcraft 2 Coming This Year
* Microsoft experimenting with Digital Downloads
* Some Big Announcements from the Microsoft E3 Presentation
This weeks history: The Bard's Tale and we're taking a look at what Satoru Iwata has done for Nintendo and the shoes he had to replace. The question of the week is crazy this time around, if you played the Video Gamer class in an RPG, what attributes and abilities would you have?
* Another PSP Coming: PSP Go
* Atari Says Good bye to Infogrames
* Set Top Boxes another avenue for games
* Starcraft 2 Coming This Year
* Microsoft experimenting with Digital Downloads
* Some Big Announcements from the Microsoft E3 Presentation
This weeks history: The Bard's Tale and we're taking a look at what Satoru Iwata has done for Nintendo and the shoes he had to replace. The question of the week is crazy this time around, if you played the Video Gamer class in an RPG, what attributes and abilities would you have?
Gaming Podcast 124: Waggle Controls
| Published On: | Tue, 26 May 2009 21:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:59:24 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 40.82MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week's Memorial Day podcast has very few stories but we managed to pack it full of content including the long awaited Punch-Out Wii review! The news includes:
* Mass Effect 2 Information Leaked
* Nintendo Releasing All Three Metroid Games on one disc
* Nintendo's CEO Satoru Iwata Says, No Sense In Complaining About Used Game Sales
We also hit up some listener comments, learn a bit about nanites, checkout some gaming history on Track & Field all while popping out a new weekly question: Will you buy a video game compilation that includes updated old games with new functionality like "Waggle" controls?
* Mass Effect 2 Information Leaked
* Nintendo Releasing All Three Metroid Games on one disc
* Nintendo's CEO Satoru Iwata Says, No Sense In Complaining About Used Game Sales
We also hit up some listener comments, learn a bit about nanites, checkout some gaming history on Track & Field all while popping out a new weekly question: Will you buy a video game compilation that includes updated old games with new functionality like "Waggle" controls?
Gaming Podcast 123: Sega Super Master?
Pachter's E3 Highlights / Guitar Hero 5 / Take-Two vs. Apogee / Champions Online / Wal-Mart Used Gam
| Published On: | Tue, 19 May 2009 14:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:43:45 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 30.08MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weekend was rough and, as a result, this gaming podcast has an epic number of bloopers. A death in the family had us running all over the place and heading to family events. However, we pushed through and put out an episode which includes some history on Altered Beast and a look back at Eugene Jarvis.
This weeks news includes:
* Micheal Pachter Gives E3 Highlight Predictions
* Guitar Hero 5 Details Announced
* Take-Two Suing Apogee over Duke Nukem Forever Outcome
* Champion Online delayed
* Wal-Mart Enters Used Game Business
This weeks Question of the Week is a trivia question from Don dealing with these nanites and such... you'll have to listen to get the context!
This weeks news includes:
* Micheal Pachter Gives E3 Highlight Predictions
* Guitar Hero 5 Details Announced
* Take-Two Suing Apogee over Duke Nukem Forever Outcome
* Champion Online delayed
* Wal-Mart Enters Used Game Business
This weeks Question of the Week is a trivia question from Don dealing with these nanites and such... you'll have to listen to get the context!
Gaming Podcast 122: There You Are Perry!
| Published On: | Tue, 12 May 2009 22:39:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:29 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 32.64MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're one person down, but we're carrying the torch anyway. This gaming podcast covers the latest news, hits up a flashback of Qix and digs into the history of Taito. We've got some great comment this week from ipod gaming to console generation predictions. This weeks news includes:
* Longest Pre-Order Wait Ever
* Microsoft will acquire BigPark Gaming Company
* Blizzard Getting Ready to Beta Test Starcraft II
* Cheat Codes Not only for Video games
* PlayStation Network Coming To Devices Near You
We're also going to hold a little contest to give away to copies of Plants vs. Zombies from popcap. Listen to the gaming podcast for the details! We want to thank all the folks who wrote in and cheftafoya for some of the news articles.
Question of the week? Are you going to sign up for hte Starcraft II beta on hype alone...?
* Longest Pre-Order Wait Ever
* Microsoft will acquire BigPark Gaming Company
* Blizzard Getting Ready to Beta Test Starcraft II
* Cheat Codes Not only for Video games
* PlayStation Network Coming To Devices Near You
We're also going to hold a little contest to give away to copies of Plants vs. Zombies from popcap. Listen to the gaming podcast for the details! We want to thank all the folks who wrote in and cheftafoya for some of the news articles.
Question of the week? Are you going to sign up for hte Starcraft II beta on hype alone...?
TD Gaming Podcast 121: Plants vs. Zombies
| Published On: | Tue, 05 May 2009 17:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:18 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schommer and Don Dunn |
| Size: | 44.19MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week's gaming podcast we're looking back at Elevator Action and we give our audio review of Plants v.s. Zombies, which you can find on CasualGamerChick as well.We tackle the question of the week, lots of great game points on games you just couldn't finish but wanted to and, game news:
* No New Game Consoles Until 2013
* Bioware Talks More About Mass Effect on the iPhone
* Resident Evil 5 in 3D on the PC
* Blizzard Sends Cease and Desist to iPhone Apps
* Pickmin 3 on the way?
This weeks "Question of the Week," when will we see the next generation of consoles released and, will the iPhone overtake other hand-held gaming platforms?
* No New Game Consoles Until 2013
* Bioware Talks More About Mass Effect on the iPhone
* Resident Evil 5 in 3D on the PC
* Blizzard Sends Cease and Desist to iPhone Apps
* Pickmin 3 on the way?
This weeks "Question of the Week," when will we see the next generation of consoles released and, will the iPhone overtake other hand-held gaming platforms?
Gaming Podcast 120: Bringing The Fiddle
| Published On: | Tue, 28 April 2009 14:50:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:53:23 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schom |
| Size: | 36.69MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we read off some of our Audience Survey Dislikes and requests while plowing through some great community comments. We self-analyze Don to see if he’s really a freak based on some community feedback while tackling some news:
* Nintendo Making Users Pay for Wii Hacks
* Champions Online Coming July 14th
* Guild Wars Reaches 6 Million Units Sold
* Texas Trying to Entice Game Developers
We’re also taking a flashback peak at Return to Pirate Island and a bit of history on Scott Adams, the interactive fiction game developer (not the Dilbert guy). This week’s question is a reverse take on last weeks, thanks to Jonah Falcon: What games did you give up on, due to difficulty, despite wanting to see how it ended?
* Nintendo Making Users Pay for Wii Hacks
* Champions Online Coming July 14th
* Guild Wars Reaches 6 Million Units Sold
* Texas Trying to Entice Game Developers
We’re also taking a flashback peak at Return to Pirate Island and a bit of history on Scott Adams, the interactive fiction game developer (not the Dilbert guy). This week’s question is a reverse take on last weeks, thanks to Jonah Falcon: What games did you give up on, due to difficulty, despite wanting to see how it ended?
Gaming Podcast 119: Love Stick
| Published On: | Tue, 21 April 2009 15:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:48:15 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schom |
| Size: | 33.16MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're learning a bit about Donkey Kong Junior as well as listening to Don convince Derrick that the second stage in Donkey Kong was in Donkey Kong Junior. We're also looking back to Billy Mitchell, a Guinness Book World Record holder for video games. This week, news was a bit light but we managed to cover:
* Xbox 360 Most Satisfying Console in Japan?
* User Generated Content for City of Heroes MMO
* Game Sales Different on the DS
* Sony Responds to Crashing Sales with Management Shift
* Retired NFL Players to sue EA and Madden
We also tackle the incoming comments answering our question of the week about TSR and Wizards of the Coast. This week, we're asking people if Don is wierd for replaying video games right after he beats them. Does anyone else do that?
* Xbox 360 Most Satisfying Console in Japan?
* User Generated Content for City of Heroes MMO
* Game Sales Different on the DS
* Sony Responds to Crashing Sales with Management Shift
* Retired NFL Players to sue EA and Madden
We also tackle the incoming comments answering our question of the week about TSR and Wizards of the Coast. This week, we're asking people if Don is wierd for replaying video games right after he beats them. Does anyone else do that?
Gaming Podcast 118: Jump The Shark
| Published On: | Tue, 14 April 2009 11:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:00:55 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schom |
| Size: | 4.10MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
The gaming podcast of the week, the best gaming podcast on the planet! No, just kidding. This week we're taking a look back at Starfox, we're reading off some great community questions, covering history on Dave Arneson and hitting up some news:
* Will Wright Leaves Electronic Arts
* Nintendo Wii Bringing Video Download
* Nintendo Wii Manufacturing Costs down 45% since launch
* RockStar connecting Flash games and the Nintendo DS
* Dave Arneson Dies at Age 61
* Electronic Arts Want Their Brass Knuckles Back
Thanks for the great responses this week, as always, we're also asking a question of the week: Is anyone else angry that Wizards of the Coast came out of nowhere to buy TSR, Inc back in the day?
* Will Wright Leaves Electronic Arts
* Nintendo Wii Bringing Video Download
* Nintendo Wii Manufacturing Costs down 45% since launch
* RockStar connecting Flash games and the Nintendo DS
* Dave Arneson Dies at Age 61
* Electronic Arts Want Their Brass Knuckles Back
Thanks for the great responses this week, as always, we're also asking a question of the week: Is anyone else angry that Wizards of the Coast came out of nowhere to buy TSR, Inc back in the day?
Gaming Podcast 117: Grinding My Neighbors Pug?
| Published On: | Tue, 07 April 2009 17:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:51 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schom |
| Size: | 4.74MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're taking a stroll down memory lane of Deus Ex, hitting up some information about Warren Spector and crashing through some good game news including:
* New Guitar Hero Game a "best of" compilation.
* Latest DLC for Fallout 3, not working so well.
* New Linux based gaming console.
* PS3 Outsells Nintendo Wii in Japan.
* Sony Gets Snippy about DSi.
* Rumor: Mortal Kombat Devs Leaving Midway.
Of course, we forgot our Question of the Week, so let's ask it now: How many bad/buggy patches and content updates would you accept before you give up on the developer? Ton's of great comments this week, hopefully you'll remember to answer the question we forgot to ask in the show.
Also, check out the show if you've got a PS2 and want two volumes of Popcap's casual games, as we're looking to give them away.
* New Guitar Hero Game a "best of" compilation.
* Latest DLC for Fallout 3, not working so well.
* New Linux based gaming console.
* PS3 Outsells Nintendo Wii in Japan.
* Sony Gets Snippy about DSi.
* Rumor: Mortal Kombat Devs Leaving Midway.
Of course, we forgot our Question of the Week, so let's ask it now: How many bad/buggy patches and content updates would you accept before you give up on the developer? Ton's of great comments this week, hopefully you'll remember to answer the question we forgot to ask in the show.
Also, check out the show if you've got a PS2 and want two volumes of Popcap's casual games, as we're looking to give them away.
Gaming Podcast 116: We Can't Get To The Cloud!
| Published On: | Tue, 31 March 2009 22:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:00:42 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schom |
| Size: | 41.72MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week's gaming podcast covers a wide variety of news, we also argue a bit about the Wow restrictions on taking donations and cash (again) and touch on some gaming history involving The Sims and the history of Infocom. For news, we've tackled
* EA Leaves SecuRom out of Sims 3
* Sony Enticing Independent Developers to be Exclusive to PlayStation Network
* Steam Makes DRM Obsolete
* Blizzard Rolling Out New Game Franchise?
* OnLive to Kill off Consoles as we know them?
* PS3 Rumors and Price Drops
This weeks question, is the Nintendo Wii killing off gaming as we know it?
* EA Leaves SecuRom out of Sims 3
* Sony Enticing Independent Developers to be Exclusive to PlayStation Network
* Steam Makes DRM Obsolete
* Blizzard Rolling Out New Game Franchise?
* OnLive to Kill off Consoles as we know them?
* PS3 Rumors and Price Drops
This weeks question, is the Nintendo Wii killing off gaming as we know it?
Gaming Podcast 115: Poo Poo'ed It
Wii Supply / Nintendo Wins Lawsuit / Wii Fit beats Halo 3 / World of Goo / Blizzard / Bioshock iPhon
| Published On: | Tue, 24 March 2009 16:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:55:11 |
| Author: | Jennifer Schommer, Derrick Schom |
| Size: | 37.93MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're working with our skeleton crew, Don was stuck at work so we're flying duelies. Speaking of duelies, we're flashing back to Rise of the Triad and covering some gaming history on Ralph Baer, a very important person in the gaming industry. This week, in the news, we're a bit Wii centric with:
* Wii Supply finally meeting demand
* Nintendo Wins Lawsuit
* Wii Fit outsells Halo 3
* World of Goo Creator, Ron Carmel, Poo Poos DRM
* Blizzard has changed the UI add on development policy
* Bioshock Coming to the iPhone??
Also, listen in for your chance to win Peggle for Xbox Live Arcade with a simple question. We forgot to ask the question of the day on the show, so, here it is: Should Blizzard halt income made from addon develoment?
* Wii Supply finally meeting demand
* Nintendo Wins Lawsuit
* Wii Fit outsells Halo 3
* World of Goo Creator, Ron Carmel, Poo Poos DRM
* Blizzard has changed the UI add on development policy
* Bioshock Coming to the iPhone??
Also, listen in for your chance to win Peggle for Xbox Live Arcade with a simple question. We forgot to ask the question of the day on the show, so, here it is: Should Blizzard halt income made from addon develoment?
Gaming Podcast 114: The Paz Cast
| Published On: | Tue, 17 March 2009 21:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:51:59 |
| Author: | Jennifer, Derrick Schommer and D |
| Size: | 35.73MB |
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We're flashing back to a holographic arcade title, Time Traveler from SEGA and take a reflective walk down memory lane with Apogee and touch on ROTT. We've got a light set of community comments and some good game news including:
* Microsoft Settles Law Suit
* Capcom charging for Resident Evil 5 features
* Blizzard Holding Creative Writing Contest
* Metal Gear Solid Touch
* Sony May have to cut the Price of the PS3
* Lionhead Studios Planning more DLC for Fable 2
If you're looking to enter the World fo Warcraft writing contest, check it out here. Thanks for the write-in's and, as always, we look forward to hearing more. Question of the week: Would you buy a game that sold you half of other titles in content and made you pay for the rest later in DLC form?
* Microsoft Settles Law Suit
* Capcom charging for Resident Evil 5 features
* Blizzard Holding Creative Writing Contest
* Metal Gear Solid Touch
* Sony May have to cut the Price of the PS3
* Lionhead Studios Planning more DLC for Fable 2
If you're looking to enter the World fo Warcraft writing contest, check it out here. Thanks for the write-in's and, as always, we look forward to hearing more. Question of the week: Would you buy a game that sold you half of other titles in content and made you pay for the rest later in DLC form?
Gaming Podcast 113: How Do You Say Gyro?
| Published On: | Tue, 10 March 2009 23:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:03:19 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.50MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're overwhelmed with awesome listener comments, including new ones from folks we've never heard from on the show. We're also taking a flashback look at the original Diablo and some of the sequels that followed it. This weeks gaming news includes:
* 6,200 Reasons to buy iphone/touch games
* MTV Thinks Rock Band Beatles is worth $59.99 on the Wii
* Wii Motion Plus Delay Rumor
* Associated Press is reporting Circuit City officially done
* Killzone 2 Gets Patched for Multiplayer
* Wii New Play Control Lineup
We're also reviewing the downloadable content for GTA IV known as "Lost and the Damned." Learn why Derrick is afraid of Motorcycles.
* 6,200 Reasons to buy iphone/touch games
* MTV Thinks Rock Band Beatles is worth $59.99 on the Wii
* Wii Motion Plus Delay Rumor
* Associated Press is reporting Circuit City officially done
* Killzone 2 Gets Patched for Multiplayer
* Wii New Play Control Lineup
We're also reviewing the downloadable content for GTA IV known as "Lost and the Damned." Learn why Derrick is afraid of Motorcycles.
Gaming Podcast 112: Ubiquitous, Is That a Word?
| Published On: | Tue, 03 March 2009 22:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:20 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.40MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're flashing back to Zaxxon and into a bit of a reflective history on the NES Satellite accessory. We reflect upon how bad Don sucks at Mass Effect and get tips from the community. We're also checking in on some news this week including:
* Microsoft Xbox 360 Outsells PS3 and Wii in Japan
* Nintendo DSi not competing with cell phones or iPods
* PlayStation 3 hard to develop for on purpose
* EA admits they need to try harder
* Killzone 2 sells 750k after launch
* Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li KO'ed at theaters
* Tabula Rasa MMO Shutting Down After 1.5 years
* Xbox Live Bans Gay Gamers
We're also asking a few questions of the week, you can answer them all, one or none (but we'll give you sad face)! What's your favorite video game accessory since you started gaming, what actor can make a video game movie a success?
* Microsoft Xbox 360 Outsells PS3 and Wii in Japan
* Nintendo DSi not competing with cell phones or iPods
* PlayStation 3 hard to develop for on purpose
* EA admits they need to try harder
* Killzone 2 sells 750k after launch
* Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li KO'ed at theaters
* Tabula Rasa MMO Shutting Down After 1.5 years
* Xbox Live Bans Gay Gamers
We're also asking a few questions of the week, you can answer them all, one or none (but we'll give you sad face)! What's your favorite video game accessory since you started gaming, what actor can make a video game movie a success?
Gaming Podcast 111: Squeaky Wheel Gets The Kick
| Published On: | Tue, 24 February 2009 22:36:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:22 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 32.55MB |
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This week we're flashing back to Star Wars, an arcade classic from 1983. We're looking back at the history and forward progress of ArenaNet, co-founded by some Blizzard folks. In the news, we're looking at:
* John Riccitiello, EA's CEO says the recession is a blessing
* Xbox Live Players Getting Attacked
* Video Games increase 13% In Down Economy
* Microsoft funding "Games for Learning"
* Consumers prefer to buy games at Retail stores
* Tony Hawk Incorporating Skate Boarding peripheral
We also learned that Don's got some issues with not sucking at Mass Effect.
* John Riccitiello, EA's CEO says the recession is a blessing
* Xbox Live Players Getting Attacked
* Video Games increase 13% In Down Economy
* Microsoft funding "Games for Learning"
* Consumers prefer to buy games at Retail stores
* Tony Hawk Incorporating Skate Boarding peripheral
We also learned that Don's got some issues with not sucking at Mass Effect.
TD Gaming Podcast 110: Early Release
| Published On: | Sun, 15 February 2009 12:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:44 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 32.80MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
It's almost a two gaming podcast week as we're releasing this episode "wicked early" -- sorry, we're from New England. Derrick's heading off to Germany on business and we'd hate to miss a week because of the trip, so here you go. This week we flash back to Pac-Man, cover some gaming history on Disney Interactive Studio and plow through some game news:
* Ex-Ensemble Studios Folks Form New Studio
* NCSoft Profits Down
* Activision Threatening to sue EA
* Microsoft Opening Retail Chain
* Square Enix to Buy Eidos
* Midway files chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
This week we're asking the listeners the question, do you believe Microsoft will be successful opening a retail chain? We also handle a few user comments including one regarding Don's rapping career or lack of a career.
* Ex-Ensemble Studios Folks Form New Studio
* NCSoft Profits Down
* Activision Threatening to sue EA
* Microsoft Opening Retail Chain
* Square Enix to Buy Eidos
* Midway files chapter 11 bankruptcy protection
This week we're asking the listeners the question, do you believe Microsoft will be successful opening a retail chain? We also handle a few user comments including one regarding Don's rapping career or lack of a career.
TD Gaming Podcast 109: One Time At Plastic Band Camp...
| Published On: | Tue, 10 February 2009 22:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:19 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.69MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast includes a bit about a popular gaming podcast: Link. We also touch on Mercs, in our gaming flashback and tackle a bunch of news articles:
* EA Committed to taking risks in 2009
* Bethesda working on iPhone Game
* Fallout 3 DLC Pushed back a month
* Intel will design the PS4 GPU
* Online game hacking new threat
* Guitar Hero World Tour and Rock Band Summer Camps
This week we're answering a few listener questions, tackling the question about what you drink when pulling an all-nighter game-a-thon and asking a few new questions such as, do you like horror films and/or horror games?
We also review Pudge, for the iphone/ipod touch.
* EA Committed to taking risks in 2009
* Bethesda working on iPhone Game
* Fallout 3 DLC Pushed back a month
* Intel will design the PS4 GPU
* Online game hacking new threat
* Guitar Hero World Tour and Rock Band Summer Camps
This week we're answering a few listener questions, tackling the question about what you drink when pulling an all-nighter game-a-thon and asking a few new questions such as, do you like horror films and/or horror games?
We also review Pudge, for the iphone/ipod touch.
TD Gaming Podcast 108: My Head Cold
| Published On: | Tue, 03 February 2009 23:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:54:42 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 37.59MB |
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This weeks episode covers some cool industry news and takes a look back at SEGA's Hang On. This weeks history lesson involves the Bartle Test, created by Richard Bartle and his MUD. This weeks news:
* Launch Day Xbox 360s No longer covered
* EA Acquires game rights to Bourne Series
* Nintendo Stocks Fall on fear of Nintendo Wii slow down
* DJ Hero in 2009
* 2008's biggest game title: Mario Kart
* March 10th, we're gonna see Punch-Out Wii
* E3 as big as ever
* EA price cuts on last years titles
* New Exclusive PS3 RTS: Under Siege
Also, don't forget to take our survey! I apologize now for the bit of a head cold.
* Launch Day Xbox 360s No longer covered
* EA Acquires game rights to Bourne Series
* Nintendo Stocks Fall on fear of Nintendo Wii slow down
* DJ Hero in 2009
* 2008's biggest game title: Mario Kart
* March 10th, we're gonna see Punch-Out Wii
* E3 as big as ever
* EA price cuts on last years titles
* New Exclusive PS3 RTS: Under Siege
Also, don't forget to take our survey! I apologize now for the bit of a head cold.
TD Gaming Podcast 107: It's All About Thrusting
| Published On: | Tue, 27 January 2009 18:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:50:33 |
| Author: | Jennifer and Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 34.74MB |
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This weeks episode is a bit unique, we've changed up a bit of our format to see what people think of the fresh new style. If you like it or dislike it, please let us know. This week we flashback to the 1986 title Thrust on the BBC Micro and cover the history of Solid Snake. News for the week:
* Voice Actor 'Michael Hollick' won't be the focus of GTA IV DLC
* PS3 Not Getting Fallout 3 update
* GameStop putting people in fat suits to prove a point
* Guitar Hero World Tour Kicks Rock Bands Butt In Sales
* Electronic Arts gives "Safe" signal to Casual Games and Burnout Developers
* Halo Wars Goes Gold
* Mortal Kombat Game In The Works
* Windows 7 - Performs pretty sweet in gaming
* Voice Actor 'Michael Hollick' won't be the focus of GTA IV DLC
* PS3 Not Getting Fallout 3 update
* GameStop putting people in fat suits to prove a point
* Guitar Hero World Tour Kicks Rock Bands Butt In Sales
* Electronic Arts gives "Safe" signal to Casual Games and Burnout Developers
* Halo Wars Goes Gold
* Mortal Kombat Game In The Works
* Windows 7 - Performs pretty sweet in gaming
TD Gaming Podcast 106: In The Ghetto!
| Published On: | Tue, 20 January 2009 23:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 1:05:10 |
| Author: | Jennifer and Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 44.76MB |
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The latest gaming podcast covers a flashback of Asteroids, from 1979, reactions to the latest listener comments and open the archive of great mascots covering Ryu. This weeks news includes:
* Guitar Hero III hits milestone
* Microsoft shuts down Gamerscore blog
* Violence has no effect on the fun video games provide
* Sega wants to broaden Nintendo Audience
This weeks soapbox is pretty broad, do HD graphics matter to gamers?
* Guitar Hero III hits milestone
* Microsoft shuts down Gamerscore blog
* Violence has no effect on the fun video games provide
* Sega wants to broaden Nintendo Audience
This weeks soapbox is pretty broad, do HD graphics matter to gamers?
TD Gaming Podcast 105: The Sound of Music
| Published On: | Tue, 13 January 2009 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:58:53 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 40.46MB |
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This week we had a huge gaming podcast but we managed to get it all down to 60 minutes of content but it wasn't easy. We're digging through some old history, Yoshi's Story is our gaming flashback and we covered gaming history on The Biography of Yoshi. This weeks news includes:
* No new Rock Band in 2009
* FTC looking for consumer response to DRM
* Microsoft says there won't be an Xbox 360 equipped with a Blue Ray player
* Nintendo filing a patent to make game certain games easier
This weeks soap box segment, we're looking at game audio and which music made the game experience, what game music we best remember. What's the theme music you remember best?
* No new Rock Band in 2009
* FTC looking for consumer response to DRM
* Microsoft says there won't be an Xbox 360 equipped with a Blue Ray player
* Nintendo filing a patent to make game certain games easier
This weeks soap box segment, we're looking at game audio and which music made the game experience, what game music we best remember. What's the theme music you remember best?
TD Gaming Podcast 104: Happy New Year
PS2 Most Played In 2008 / Best Buy Vending Machines / MMO Year In Review / Capcom and Western Develo
| Published On: | Tue, 06 January 2009 20:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:58:08 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.87MB |
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The gaming podcast crew takes a look back at Ultima Online and a bit of history on Kirby, that crazy pink mascot. This weeks gaming news includes:
* PS2 the most played console of 2008
* Best Buy Vending machines
* GamerDNA and Massively look back at the MMO year in review
* Capcom concerned about Western Developers
This weeks soap box we're talking about gaming in the workplace, wouldn't you want a Rock Band tournament? Also, ton of user comments this week -- keep them coming!
* PS2 the most played console of 2008
* Best Buy Vending machines
* GamerDNA and Massively look back at the MMO year in review
* Capcom concerned about Western Developers
This weeks soap box we're talking about gaming in the workplace, wouldn't you want a Rock Band tournament? Also, ton of user comments this week -- keep them coming!
TD Gaming Podcast 103: Last of 2008
| Published On: | Tue, 30 December 2008 13:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:53:04 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 36.46MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Welcome to the last gaming podcast of 2008! This week we're flashing back to Nobunaga's Ambition, a classic turn based Japanese strategy game. We'll take a look back at the history of FASA and hit up some gaming news, including:
* Analyst predicts a Wii Zelda launch in 2009
* Sony's Virtual Goods in Home Selling Well (says Sony)
* Sony wants to become the next Tivo?
* Wii console resale price falling to $250
This weeks soap box segment, we ask if the video game release cycle is too fast or too slow.
* Analyst predicts a Wii Zelda launch in 2009
* Sony's Virtual Goods in Home Selling Well (says Sony)
* Sony wants to become the next Tivo?
* Wii console resale price falling to $250
This weeks soap box segment, we ask if the video game release cycle is too fast or too slow.
TD Gaming Podcast 102: Happy Holidays
| Published On: | Tue, 23 December 2008 11:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:02 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.51MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're cooking up some final holiday treats in the form of gaming history, news, retro flashbacks and general commentary. We're looking back at the Need for Speed franchise, a little gaming history on Black Box Studios and covering some news stories:
* EA to offer games on Steam
* Little Big Planet Gets Metal Gear Solid Downloadable Content
* EA Lays off 1,000
* Microsoft releases interesting stats on their Xbox Live Arcade Service
This weeks soap box covers a little holiday cheer, what games did you love as a child, which game got you the most excited, what's your best memory and most prized achievements in gaming. What game was a total turn off?
Wish wish everyone a happy holiday no matter what you celebrate, when you celebrate and how you celebrate. Party hard. Drive Safe. Enjoy.
Podcast Crew.
* EA to offer games on Steam
* Little Big Planet Gets Metal Gear Solid Downloadable Content
* EA Lays off 1,000
* Microsoft releases interesting stats on their Xbox Live Arcade Service
This weeks soap box covers a little holiday cheer, what games did you love as a child, which game got you the most excited, what's your best memory and most prized achievements in gaming. What game was a total turn off?
Wish wish everyone a happy holiday no matter what you celebrate, when you celebrate and how you celebrate. Party hard. Drive Safe. Enjoy.
Podcast Crew.
TD Gaming Podcast 101: A Case of Hubris
| Published On: | Wed, 17 December 2008 16:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:08:33 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.09MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast rains on a lot of parades, talking about the Sony PS3 and its issues in the market, Microsoft’s scratch disk conspiracy and ugly sales figures for some games. This weeks news includes:
* Sony takes a battering in the press (again)
* Microsoft knew of the 360 scratched disks all along
* Penny Arcade Slams Home
* Little Big Planet misses top 20 in November
This weeks gaming history and flashback cover some religious games. This week we look into the history of Wisdom Tree and Konami’s game Noah’s Ark from 1992. The show is a bit late this week because we were without power from Thursday night until late Monday night, four days without power is humbling.
* Sony takes a battering in the press (again)
* Microsoft knew of the 360 scratched disks all along
* Penny Arcade Slams Home
* Little Big Planet misses top 20 in November
This weeks gaming history and flashback cover some religious games. This week we look into the history of Wisdom Tree and Konami’s game Noah’s Ark from 1992. The show is a bit late this week because we were without power from Thursday night until late Monday night, four days without power is humbling.
TD Gaming Podcast 100: Katastroephic
| Published On: | Tue, 09 December 2008 22:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:55:35 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.19MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast flashes back to Yo! Noid, for the NES and a bit of gaming history on Accolade while touching on some hot news topics:
-Nintendo considering changing accelerometer chips
-Nintendo brings Club Nintendo to North America
-Playstation Home arriving December 17th
-GTA IV patch coming to a PC near you
This week's soap box we're asking you if you believe social networking and new media techniques will help or hinder the gaming industry.
-Nintendo considering changing accelerometer chips
-Nintendo brings Club Nintendo to North America
-Playstation Home arriving December 17th
-GTA IV patch coming to a PC near you
This week's soap box we're asking you if you believe social networking and new media techniques will help or hinder the gaming industry.
TD Gaming Podcast 99: When Black Friday Comes
| Published On: | Wed, 03 December 2008 10:38:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:38 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.59MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
The TD Gaming Podcast brings you the news and some economic questions about the gaming industry. We’re also taking a look back at Cannon Fodder and the developer Sensible Software.
This weeks gaming news includes: Midway’s upcoming secret game effort, Gears of War 2 patch from Epic, The New Xbox Experience (NXE) and Sumner Redstone sells Midway for 100k.
Our gaming podcast crew reflects on the game industry, the economy and the insane day we call Black Friday here in the United States.
This weeks gaming news includes: Midway’s upcoming secret game effort, Gears of War 2 patch from Epic, The New Xbox Experience (NXE) and Sumner Redstone sells Midway for 100k.
Our gaming podcast crew reflects on the game industry, the economy and the insane day we call Black Friday here in the United States.
TD Gaming Podcast 98: I Was Bad Ass
| Published On: | Tue, 25 November 2008 22:20:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 1:00:12 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 41.36MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're giving our impressions of Wrath of the Lich King, taking a look back at Ikari Warriors for the arcade and NES.
This weeks news covers a few cool topics, 7-11 getting into the video game market, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Sells 2.8 million copies, Harmonix facing drum pedal lawsuit and Playstation 3 online community matches Xbox 360's
This week we're taking a historic look back at SNK Playmore, a company that managed to collapse yet rise from the flames under a new name with their old SNK franchise licenses. Also, we'll announce the winners for our Bejeweled Twist Contest.
This weeks news covers a few cool topics, 7-11 getting into the video game market, World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Sells 2.8 million copies, Harmonix facing drum pedal lawsuit and Playstation 3 online community matches Xbox 360's
This week we're taking a historic look back at SNK Playmore, a company that managed to collapse yet rise from the flames under a new name with their old SNK franchise licenses. Also, we'll announce the winners for our Bejeweled Twist Contest.
TD Gaming Podcast 97: A Third Level Coke Dealer
| Published On: | Tue, 18 November 2008 21:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:36 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.58MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
In this episode we've got a lot of MMO-style content and news. Although we're not reviewing Wrath of the Lich King yet, we've got other subscription based news.
This weeks gaming flashback is Defender and this weeks news includes, Ubisoft getting closer to obtaining and MMO, Microsoft giving away Xbox live points in a sweepstakes for the new Xbox live experience, Wii vs 360 vs PS3 install base and GTA may go subscription based
This week we're taking a look back at William Higinbotham, the man who created the first video game by accident but wants to be known for his nuclear nonproliferation work. This weeks podcast continues the contest to give away two copies of Bejeweled Twist on the gaming podcast and another two copies in our gaming podcast forums.
This weeks gaming flashback is Defender and this weeks news includes, Ubisoft getting closer to obtaining and MMO, Microsoft giving away Xbox live points in a sweepstakes for the new Xbox live experience, Wii vs 360 vs PS3 install base and GTA may go subscription based
This week we're taking a look back at William Higinbotham, the man who created the first video game by accident but wants to be known for his nuclear nonproliferation work. This weeks podcast continues the contest to give away two copies of Bejeweled Twist on the gaming podcast and another two copies in our gaming podcast forums.
TD Gaming Podcast 96: Nobody Wants To Give Me Their Skin
| Published On: | Tue, 11 November 2008 22:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 1:03:33 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.67MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we're looking at some crazy news articles, looking back at Jungle Hunt and covering our review of the casual game, Bejeweled Twist from Popcap.
This weeks news includes, Activision considering charging for user-generated songs, Little Big Planet Content being "moderated," Grand Theft Auto DLC probably won't be released this month and Epic weighs in on used games sales
This weeks soapbox tackles the question, "would gamers be interested in non-violent cooperative games?" This weeks podcast ends with a new contest to give away two copies of Bejeweled Twist on the gaming podcast and another two copies in our gaming podcast forums.
This weeks news includes, Activision considering charging for user-generated songs, Little Big Planet Content being "moderated," Grand Theft Auto DLC probably won't be released this month and Epic weighs in on used games sales
This weeks soapbox tackles the question, "would gamers be interested in non-violent cooperative games?" This weeks podcast ends with a new contest to give away two copies of Bejeweled Twist on the gaming podcast and another two copies in our gaming podcast forums.
TD Gaming Podcast 95: Bad Judgement of MMOs
| Published On: | Tue, 04 November 2008 23:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:11:04 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 48.82MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast covers two reviews, including LittleBigPlanet and Guitar Hero: World Tour. We also touch on a bit of retro NES history with ExciteBike.
This weeks gaming news includes, Nintendo to release old games with new controls, Analysts negative on Electronic Arts, Sony files patent for a motion sensing controller and THQ dismantles studios.
We're also stepping on our soap box and asking if MMO's are too risky for consumers who buy into MMO's that fail in under a year.
This weeks gaming news includes, Nintendo to release old games with new controls, Analysts negative on Electronic Arts, Sony files patent for a motion sensing controller and THQ dismantles studios.
We're also stepping on our soap box and asking if MMO's are too risky for consumers who buy into MMO's that fail in under a year.
TD Gaming Podcast 94: Chicken and Subscription Fee
| Published On: | Wed, 29 October 2008 15:03:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:03:50 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.85MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Lots of great news in this weeks gaming podcast thanks to the holiday season approaching. We also take a retro style flashback to Space Invaders and talk about our attendance at the popcap launch party and a very light preview of our initial Guitar Hero World Tour impressions.
This weeks news includes: EA breaking the sequel and sports games mold, Activision/Red Octane feeling the pain of creating plastic instruments, E for All officially canceled and World of Warcraft hits 11 million subscribers
This weeks soapbox segment, we ask the question, does unlimited level creation cause bad press in video games?
This weeks news includes: EA breaking the sequel and sports games mold, Activision/Red Octane feeling the pain of creating plastic instruments, E for All officially canceled and World of Warcraft hits 11 million subscribers
This weeks soapbox segment, we ask the question, does unlimited level creation cause bad press in video games?
TD Gaming Podcast 93: The M.I.T Gang
| Published On: | Mon, 20 October 2008 11:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:50 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.73MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks Gaming Podcast comes out a bit early due to some travel plans and an upcoming trip to Popcap's Bejeweled Twist launch party. This week in the news we took a look at, Metal Gear Solid 4 may be coming to Xbox 360, Ubisoft taking a page out of EA's book, Microsoft bringing the big name games to Xbox Live Arcade and Little Big Planet recalled.
We also take a look back at Pitfall! and cover yet another DRM issue on our soapbox, asking the question, is online gaming the DRM of the future? Our history segment does a bit of history on Popcap games.
Our NFS: Carbon and Saints Row contest has ended, the gang names are in, and we're giving away the games to the winner. Next, we're going to give away Project Gotham Racing 4.
We also take a look back at Pitfall! and cover yet another DRM issue on our soapbox, asking the question, is online gaming the DRM of the future? Our history segment does a bit of history on Popcap games.
Our NFS: Carbon and Saints Row contest has ended, the gang names are in, and we're giving away the games to the winner. Next, we're going to give away Project Gotham Racing 4.
TD Gaming Podcast 92: Apples to Raisins
| Published On: | Tue, 14 October 2008 22:48:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:51:23 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 35.30MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast covers some fun hot news topics and a gaming flashback of ClayFighter. We also cover a bit of the history on Vicarious Visions some game news, including: 128MB Xbox 360 Fall Update, Starcraft 2 Trilogy, Fallout 3's been pirated on Xbox 360 and November Spore Expansion Pack Coming.
We're also asking the question, is the Sony decision to NOT drop the price of the PlayStation 3 for the holiday a big mistake?
We're also asking the question, is the Sony decision to NOT drop the price of the PlayStation 3 for the holiday a big mistake?
TD Gaming Podcast 91: Freedom of Speech
| Published On: | Tue, 07 October 2008 23:02:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 1:06:27 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 45.65MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast covers a bunch of great topics including a gaming flashback of Populous. We're going to give your our down and dirty Mega Man 9 review from an older gamers perspective and cover some game news, including: Gears of War 2 stays off PC to avoid piracy, Nintendo DSi details and features, PSP-3000 Release Date and Age of Conan Server Merges
We discuss developers attempts to combat used games by including special first time buyer incentives including free DLC, updates, maps and features.
We discuss developers attempts to combat used games by including special first time buyer incentives including free DLC, updates, maps and features.
TD Gaming Podcast 90: Riddled With Fragmented Patches
| Published On: | Tue, 30 September 2008 23:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:09:59 |
| Author: | Jennifer and Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 48.07MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast we're doing a review of Rock Band 2 and it's drum kit. We are also digging into some juicy news on: Fable II launches with no on-line co-op mode, EA slapped with class action law suit over Spore DRM, Warhammer Online hits 500K subscribers and Sony PS3 not the most popular console in Japan.
This weeks gaming flashback, we're looking back to Act Raiser for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). We also discuss our thoughts of the upcoming Xbox 360 console user interface changes, avatars and the casual gamer look and feel.
This weeks gaming flashback, we're looking back to Act Raiser for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). We also discuss our thoughts of the upcoming Xbox 360 console user interface changes, avatars and the casual gamer look and feel.
TD Gaming Podcast 89: Epic Amount of Fun
| Published On: | Tue, 23 September 2008 20:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:59:15 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 0.66MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast covers some cool news, some cool haiku's and takes a look back at Paperboy and the history of the Apple Bandai Pippin. This weeks gaming news includes: LA Noir No Longer a PS3 exclusive, Little Big Planet Goes Gold, Age of Conan: An In Depth Look and Activision Cracking Down On Pirates
We also ask the question, is Rare's skill set out of date? Doug does his late talk like a pirate day impression.
We also ask the question, is Rare's skill set out of date? Doug does his late talk like a pirate day impression.
TD Gaming Podcast 88: We Love Carebear Servers
| Published On: | Tue, 16 September 2008 11:49:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:02:21 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 42.83MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast covers a bunch of hot topics along with a bit of gaming history. We take a flashback look at Tapper, a great arcade classic and we'll hit up some popular news articles, Microsoft Not Happy About 360 Defects Article, Spore DRM, Torrenting is doing the right thing? Also up in the news, Are RockBand 2 instruments really quieter than the original and Blizzard Allows PVE to PVP paid server transfers
This weeks history covers the Havok physics engine and we stand upon our soap box and talk about the rumor Starcraft 2 will arrive after Diablo 3 hits the store shelves.
This weeks history covers the Havok physics engine and we stand upon our soap box and talk about the rumor Starcraft 2 will arrive after Diablo 3 hits the store shelves.
TD Gaming Podcast 87: One Star Review
| Published On: | Tue, 09 September 2008 22:59:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:10:02 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 48.11MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast is packed with content, our emotional rant on the latest news and we take a look back at Rygar and its infamous stupid pause system.
This weeks news covers: Xbox Red Ring of Death Woes Explained, EA Considering Licensing the Spore Engine, New Buffy the Vampire Slayer MMO Planned and Wii getting a storage solution that is "better than a hard drive"
This weeks soap box, we explain our emotional disappointment with Spore's DRM news and its 1-star amazon vote. Also, lots of great listener comments, touch on our own personal podcast history and another great contest! This time we're handing out eight copies of Peggle Nights! Winners will get the title the day it releases, but can win before it's out.
This weeks news covers: Xbox Red Ring of Death Woes Explained, EA Considering Licensing the Spore Engine, New Buffy the Vampire Slayer MMO Planned and Wii getting a storage solution that is "better than a hard drive"
This weeks soap box, we explain our emotional disappointment with Spore's DRM news and its 1-star amazon vote. Also, lots of great listener comments, touch on our own personal podcast history and another great contest! This time we're handing out eight copies of Peggle Nights! Winners will get the title the day it releases, but can win before it's out.
TD Gaming Podcast 86: Trouble with Norse Mythology
| Published On: | Tue, 02 September 2008 22:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:54:26 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 37.40MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast we stroll down memory lane with Gauntlet, ponder Microsoft's role as a PC game publisher, hit up some news! Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick trying to scare off MMO developers, Diablo 3 in content creation mode, Sony may be thinking of charging for PlayStation Network and Starcraft 2 may get a fourth race.
We'll also take a look at the history of the joystick and pimp our new gaming podcast forums.
We'll also take a look at the history of the joystick and pimp our new gaming podcast forums.
TD Gaming Podcast 85: GTA IV Rant
| Published On: | Tue, 26 August 2008 22:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:31 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.83MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast we cover a little history on Joust and a bit about Stieg Hedlund, a popular game designer, artist and writer. This weeks news coverage involves an Xbox 360 Controller Revamped D-Pad, Square Enix to issue a patch for Final Fantasy XI and Valve releases updates for Team Fortress 2 to Xbox Live.
This week Don and Derrick give their final impressions on Grand Theft Auto IV, both finally beating it. There are two conflicting opinions, more like the last few RPG-style GTA's or more shoot 'em up, keep it the same. What do you think?
This week Don and Derrick give their final impressions on Grand Theft Auto IV, both finally beating it. There are two conflicting opinions, more like the last few RPG-style GTA's or more shoot 'em up, keep it the same. What do you think?
TD Gaming Podcast 84: A Mount That Poops
| Published On: | Tue, 19 August 2008 23:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:09:56 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 48.04MB |
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This week we take a walk back in retro gaming history at Super Mario World, covering a bunch of great user questions and chat a bit about our favorite RTS of all time based on a user question. In the news this week we're looking at Xbox 360's outselling PS3 in Japan, Rock Band 2 Bundle Delay, Harmonix and their ideas about Exclusive Artist Deals and Diablo 3's non-potion system.
We also announce the winner of Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords - Collectors Edition! This show was packed with content and material, we had to hold off on the Gaming History for this week, but we'll hit it next week.
We also announce the winner of Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords - Collectors Edition! This show was packed with content and material, we had to hold off on the Gaming History for this week, but we'll hit it next week.
TD Gaming Podcast 83: On Vacation
| Published On: | Tue, 12 August 2008 23:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 1:03:16 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.47MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This weeks gaming podcast covers a bunch of crazy content, we're putting out the question, are collectors editions games going a bit too far? Also, a look back at UniRacers, before Rockstar North was known as Rockstar and history on the gameboy and its portable madness.
In the news, World of Warcraft achievements retroactive, Asus taking a stab at the Wiimote and Nunchuck for the PC, EA making "For Dummies" games and Microsoft Sets release date for Fable II
Last week to enter into the Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords give away.
In the news, World of Warcraft achievements retroactive, Asus taking a stab at the Wiimote and Nunchuck for the PC, EA making "For Dummies" games and Microsoft Sets release date for Fable II
Last week to enter into the Galactic Civilizations II: Dread Lords give away.
TD Gaming Podcast 82: Standing Cows and Bovines
| Published On: | Tue, 05 August 2008 23:05:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:52:57 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 36.38MB |
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This week we're talking about pre-owned video games and ask the question, do you buy new or do you buy used? Do you sell your games? We answer some listener comments and hit on a few hot topics.
Another Call of Duty set for release in 2009 (1up), Xbox 360 version of Final Fantasy XIII isn't even started yet, Blizzcon Pay-Per-View and PlayStation Game, Fat Princess, is the new focus of game haters
We've also got a bit of history on The Golden Age of Arcade Games and we take a gaming flashback to Mario Brothers, the original non-super version.
Another Call of Duty set for release in 2009 (1up), Xbox 360 version of Final Fantasy XIII isn't even started yet, Blizzcon Pay-Per-View and PlayStation Game, Fat Princess, is the new focus of game haters
We've also got a bit of history on The Golden Age of Arcade Games and we take a gaming flashback to Mario Brothers, the original non-super version.
TD Gaming Podcast 81: Killer lolcats
| Published On: | Wed, 30 July 2008 00:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:08:40 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.18MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast we contemplate the question "how do you buy video games?" Do you use news magazines, online reviews, screenshots, previews or do you have your own method of deciding what games are cool. We also do a bit of a flashback on Q*Bert.
This week our news includes, Miyamoto talks of franchise developments, Nintendo admits to storage issues, Bungie working on a trio of games and Will Wright Plays to Fans at Comic-Con!
This week our news includes, Miyamoto talks of franchise developments, Nintendo admits to storage issues, Bungie working on a trio of games and Will Wright Plays to Fans at Comic-Con!
TD Gaming Podcast 80: 2600 In a Trash Bag
| Published On: | Tue, 22 July 2008 20:25:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:00:49 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 41.79MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft holds back bungie announcement, Wii leads in console sales, Guitar Hero World Tour works with Rock Band Drums and will Wii Sports Resort be good?
We're wrapping up RPG history, talk a bit about Kaboom for the Atari 2600 and ask the question, is E3 dead?
More listener comments and we're giving away Galactic Civilizations II.
We're wrapping up RPG history, talk a bit about Kaboom for the Atari 2600 and ask the question, is E3 dead?
More listener comments and we're giving away Galactic Civilizations II.
TD Gaming Podcast 79: I'm Often Wrong
| Published On: | Tue, 15 July 2008 22:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:01:45 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 42.42MB |
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This weeks gaming podcast we're all over the rhythm matching games along with great gaming news and a bit of our early E3 coverage. We continue our RPG history and we also look back on Dragon Fire, and old Atari 2600 game.
This weeks podcasting news involves, Konami suing Harmonix, Rock Band 2's Set List and new features, Activision Blizzard is now official and Sony Not Going to Reduce the PS3 Cost*
Jennifer wonders if the market is becoming flooded with music matching games and we've got to handle a big listener question: What holiday game would sell a console in 2008?
*Sony has recently cut prices on the 80GB PlayStation 3
This weeks podcasting news involves, Konami suing Harmonix, Rock Band 2's Set List and new features, Activision Blizzard is now official and Sony Not Going to Reduce the PS3 Cost*
Jennifer wonders if the market is becoming flooded with music matching games and we've got to handle a big listener question: What holiday game would sell a console in 2008?
*Sony has recently cut prices on the 80GB PlayStation 3
TD Gaming Podcast 78: Isometric Emotions
| Published On: | Tue, 08 July 2008 22:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:02:39 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.04MB |
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Sony releases firmware 2.40 and bricks some consoles, Diablo 3 console concepts, Microsoft calling Wii a Novelty again and the new DS wide screen rumors.
This weeks history is a continuation on RPG's and we take a look back at River Raid for the Atari 2600.
We react to Diablo 3 graphics and isometric engine choices and answer some listener comments.
This weeks history is a continuation on RPG's and we take a look back at River Raid for the Atari 2600.
We react to Diablo 3 graphics and isometric engine choices and answer some listener comments.
TD Gaming Podcast 77: Skeleton Crew
| Published On: | Tue, 01 July 2008 23:12:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:51 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 32.88MB |
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Diablo 3 is announced, Xbox 360's got its yearly price drop rumors, Blizzard adds additional security to their login and Rainbow Six Vegas 2 gets Fan Pack DLC for free.
This weeks history is LJN and our gaming flashback is the top seller Myst.
This week we discuss the concept of using the Nintendo DS as a learning device, as they're doing in Japan.
This weeks history is LJN and our gaming flashback is the top seller Myst.
This week we discuss the concept of using the Nintendo DS as a learning device, as they're doing in Japan.
TD Gaming Podcast 76: GamingPodcast.NET
| Published On: | Tue, 24 June 2008 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:36 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 44.38MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft comments on the chances they'll be first out the gate on the next console, Ubisoft caters to casual, Guitar Hero World Tour Rumors and Atari asks people to pull down negative reviews of their Alone in the Dark title.
We take a look back at Baldurs Gate and a bit of history on RPG, part 2. We read a listener's comment about Mascots and think hard on the topic.
We take a look back at Baldurs Gate and a bit of history on RPG, part 2. We read a listener's comment about Mascots and think hard on the topic.
TD Gaming Podcast 75: Getting Stimulated
| Published On: | Tue, 17 June 2008 23:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:32 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 44.32MB |
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Study says red team beats blue team more often, gamers threaten lawsuit on EA, Wii USB rumors, GTA didn't move console hardware and we'll take a look back at Carmen Sandiego.
We start our RPG gaming history and discuss famous gaming cut scenes.
We start our RPG gaming history and discuss famous gaming cut scenes.
TD Gaming Podcast 74: Karate Almost Middle Aged Guy
| Published On: | Wed, 10 June 2008 00:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:09:17 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.59MB |
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Microsoft is not getting rid of any games, GTA IV has delayed DLC, EGM refuses to post MGS4 review, CoD5 goes back in time and much more.
We take a look back at Secret of the Silver Blades and a historic look at Volition Inc.
This week we discuss game advertisement and Wii Would Like To Play campaign.
We take a look back at Secret of the Silver Blades and a historic look at Volition Inc.
This week we discuss game advertisement and Wii Would Like To Play campaign.
TD Gaming Podcast 73: It's Under Warranty, No Big Deal
| Published On: | Tue, 03 June 2008 22:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:08:58 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.38MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Saints Row 2 delayed for quality and marketing considerations, PS3 firmware update for Trophy's and XMB, Raymand Raving Rabbits gets Wii balance board style gaming and Motley Crue sells more via Rock Band than iTunes.
This week we look back at SimCity and cover a preview of Battlefield: Bad Company.
This week we look back at SimCity and cover a preview of Battlefield: Bad Company.
TD Gaming Podcast 72: Arranged My House For Fiber
| Published On: | Tue, 27 May 2008 22:35:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:12:38 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 49.89MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Activision's Guitar Hero World Tour, ID leaves ESA, MGS4 isn't the last Metal Gear and the not-so-new TPM chip to stop all game piracy.
A historic look back at The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery and a little about Raymond E. Feist and gaming with a good story.
This week we discuss GH World Tour and its attempt to do Rock Band with more features and more detail.
A historic look back at The Beast Within: A Gabriel Knight Mystery and a little about Raymond E. Feist and gaming with a good story.
This week we discuss GH World Tour and its attempt to do Rock Band with more features and more detail.
TD Gaming Podcast 71: I Was Wrong
| Published On: | Sat, 17 May 2008 21:50:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:08:25 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.00MB |
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Grand Theft Auto IV makes Guinness World Records, 2008 will be the year of the Lich King, Microsoft reaches 10 million and forgets their not the first, and Nintendo swallows a 21-million dollar lawsuit.
We take a look back at the history of Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen aka The Red Baron and the PC game from Dynamix. We walk down memory lane with the Intellivision home console, the first console to have DLC.
Jennifer admits she's wrong to a statement she made about Rock Band months ago.
We take a look back at the history of Manfred Albrecht Freiherr von Richthofen aka The Red Baron and the PC game from Dynamix. We walk down memory lane with the Intellivision home console, the first console to have DLC.
Jennifer admits she's wrong to a statement she made about Rock Band months ago.
TD Gaming Podcast 70: I Don't Like Confrontation
| Published On: | Tue, 13 May 2008 23:05:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:08:28 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.04MB |
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Sony finds out building a Second Life style game is really hard, Burnout Paradise for the PC, EA Purchases Rupture and EA secures 1 billion in loans for Take-Two.
This week we take a look back at MechWarrior 2: 31st Century Combat and review Wii Mario Kart.
Also, we ask the question, "Can one game make you buy a console?"
This week we take a look back at MechWarrior 2: 31st Century Combat and review Wii Mario Kart.
Also, we ask the question, "Can one game make you buy a console?"
TD Gaming Podcast 69: Two Ply Extended Edition
| Published On: | Tue, 06 May 2008 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:27:42 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 60.24MB |
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Electronic Arts vs. Take-Two; will they walk away? Activision/Vivendi have decided to walk away from the ESA and E3, Blizzard buys diablo3 domain but it's not an announcement... and Xbox 360's new Blu-Ray rumors.
We ask the question, do hardcore gamers taint the gaming market for the rest of the gaming population? And, we end with our first impressions on GTA IV.
We ask the question, do hardcore gamers taint the gaming market for the rest of the gaming population? And, we end with our first impressions on GTA IV.
TD Gaming Podcast 68: Monopoly Bores Out My Retinas
| Published On: | Tue, 29 April 2008 23:25:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:51 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.05MB |
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Rockstar manages to develop GTA IV for PS3 and 360, Sony tries downloadable PS3 movies, EA funds monopoly as a casual game and Ubisoft expands head count by a lot!
We also touch on Dig Dug as our gaming flashback and Namco/Bandai. This week we ask how crappy Wii games still sell.
We also touch on Dig Dug as our gaming flashback and Namco/Bandai. This week we ask how crappy Wii games still sell.
TD Gaming Podcast 67: Yoga FTL
| Published On: | Tue, 22 April 2008 22:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:43 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.65MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
A new spring update offers us nothing but ninja updates, Rock Band to release their first full album, GTA IV to have full map DLC and Miyamoto is unsure about Wii Fit in the States.
We look back at Centipede, no Millipede, no Centipede... and we take a look at the resume of Ed Boon.
And, what's this about 12 days until something special about Diablo 3? Farce or fact?
We look back at Centipede, no Millipede, no Centipede... and we take a look at the resume of Ed Boon.
And, what's this about 12 days until something special about Diablo 3? Farce or fact?
TD Gaming Podcast 66: Wii Love Kart
| Published On: | Tue, 15 April 2008 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:52:41 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 36.20MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People and Sam and Max for WiiWare, Sony's got 80010514, new Nintendo hand-held rumors and Japanese Gaming Market may peak.
History on Mario Kart and the EAD and we ask the question, what makes Mario Kart so popular?
History on Mario Kart and the EAD and we ask the question, what makes Mario Kart so popular?
TD Gaming Podcast 65: Hardcorer Than Me
| Published On: | Tue, 08 April 2008 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:02:54 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.21MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
New Tom Clancy franchise with dog fighting, Sony's 80GB PS3 selling way too well, Rockstar buys up Bully creator and gamers said to show Autistic traits?
Gaming flashback, we take a look at Castlevania II: Simon's Quest and we take a look back at Game & Watch.
We also take a few minutes to discuss Browser Based Gaming.
Gaming flashback, we take a look at Castlevania II: Simon's Quest and we take a look back at Game & Watch.
We also take a few minutes to discuss Browser Based Gaming.
TD Gaming Podcast 63: Our Second Take
| Published On: | Tue, 1 April 2008 23:58:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:20 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.71MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This week we take a look at mind control video games, NFL Head Coach bundle, Microsoft labeling gamers as cheaters and WoW going after bot creator.
Soap Box, we ask, are consoles a dead concept, gaming flashback: Rampage and a Bit O' History on RenderWare!
Soap Box, we ask, are consoles a dead concept, gaming flashback: Rampage and a Bit O' History on RenderWare!
TD Gaming Podcast 62: SSFIITHDR
| Published On: | Tue, 18 March 2008 23:02:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:14 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.32MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Gibson goes after Activision for music simulation patent, Capcom breaks Xbox Live Arcade Limit, EA goes for a hostile take-over on Take-Two and Super Street Fighter 2 Turbo HD Remix Beta Only on Xbox 360.
We also look back at Final Fight and history on Lionhead Studios.
We also look back at Final Fight and history on Lionhead Studios.
TD Gaming Podcast 61: Father of D&D
| Published On: | Tue, 11 March 2008 23:20:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:01:40 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 42.37MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft and Sony talk Blu-Ray, Ex-ESRB employee calls for ratings reform, Carmack developing games for iPhone and rumors about a 60GB Microsoft Xbox 360 hard drive.
This weeks gaming flashback is the paper and dice game: Dungeons and Dragons. We also take a look back at the life of Gary Gygax and what he did for the RPG world.
We ask the question, how much time do you get to game each week?
This weeks gaming flashback is the paper and dice game: Dungeons and Dragons. We also take a look back at the life of Gary Gygax and what he did for the RPG world.
We ask the question, how much time do you get to game each week?
TD Gaming Podcast 60: WoW, It's Untouchable
| Published On: | Tue, 04 March 2008 23:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:31 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 44.32MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
EA's cartoony boxing, EA offers Take-Two two billion, Eidos having financial troubles and we're hearing World of Warcraft is an untouchable MMOG.
We also flash back to Lode Runner and take a historic look at video game Easter Eggs, just in time for the bunny. In our soap box, we talk about video game company consolidation.
We also flash back to Lode Runner and take a historic look at video game Easter Eggs, just in time for the bunny. In our soap box, we talk about video game company consolidation.
TD Gaming Podcast 59: Bigger, Better and Far More Badass
| Published On: | Tue, 26 Feb 2008 22:27:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:00:14 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 41.39MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Gears of War 2 has a release date, XNA Games make Microsoft LIVE, Nintendo Wii wants to make you pay to play, EA's metacritic score drops.
We flash back to Donkey Kong and take a look at the failure of the Virtual Boy. We also list out our top-five biggest game disappointments.
We flash back to Donkey Kong and take a look at the failure of the Virtual Boy. We also list out our top-five biggest game disappointments.
TD Gaming Podcast 58: Don't Do Drugs
| Published On: | Tue, 19 Feb 2008 23:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:58:12 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.98MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Nintendo claims 975 million lost to global piracy, Nintendo Hypes Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Guitar Hero Aerosmith, Blu-Ray lands big exclusive with Wal-Mart.
A look back at N.A.R.C for the Arcade and NES, we also take a look at The Famiclone.
This week we ponder the idea of console DRM and losing our saved games.
A look back at N.A.R.C for the Arcade and NES, we also take a look at The Famiclone.
This week we ponder the idea of console DRM and losing our saved games.
TD Gaming Podcast 57: Wii Love To Strangle
| Published On: | Tue, 12 Feb 2008 23:31:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 43:54 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 30.17MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
M Rated games are the minority of video games, Major League .... Eating, Activision believes Wii will win the war, Sony PS3 to get new 45nm chip.
We asked the question, does Wii make violent video games more real?
History on Super Mario Bros. 2 and we'll break out the history of Harmonix.
We asked the question, does Wii make violent video games more real?
History on Super Mario Bros. 2 and we'll break out the history of Harmonix.
TD Gaming Podcast 56: World of Warcraft Too
| Published On: | Tue, 05 Feb 2008 22:40 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:56 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 44.61MB |
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Sony begins to profit from the PlayStation 3, Valve offers developers free steam distribution, yet another PS3 SKU and a disgruntled 360 owner calls up Mr. Bill Gates directly.
We'll flash back to The Incredible Machine and take a look at the history of Sierra On-Line.
We ask the question, what's the next Blizzard MMO? WoW 2, Diablo Online, Starcraft Online, something new or perhaps a micro-transaction based MMO?
We'll flash back to The Incredible Machine and take a look at the history of Sierra On-Line.
We ask the question, what's the next Blizzard MMO? WoW 2, Diablo Online, Starcraft Online, something new or perhaps a micro-transaction based MMO?
TD Gaming Podcast 55: Doug's Stimulus Package
| Published On: | Tue, 29 January 2008 23:15 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:53:35 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 36.81MB |
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Rock band peripherals arriving soon, NASA's MMO game system, GTA gets a real release date and Nintendo Wii starts to sell games.
We take a look at the 2007 sales figures and make give a final judgment on Wii Play with Remote.
A look back at Mortal Kombat and the historical background to the company Coleco.
We take a look at the 2007 sales figures and make give a final judgment on Wii Play with Remote.
A look back at Mortal Kombat and the historical background to the company Coleco.
TD Gaming Podcast 54: Game Storylines
| Published On: | Tue, 22 January 2008 23:20 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:02 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 0.00MB |
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Microsoft is giving away a free version of Undertow, but some folks already have it. Guitar Hero 3 will have Wii replacement disks in February if you wanna send yours in, the Wii helps Surgeons perform better and Activision is holding a guitar hero 3 party on LIVE!
We also flashback to Spy Hunter, an arcade classic and a history lesson on Angband.
We also flashback to Spy Hunter, an arcade classic and a history lesson on Angband.
TD Gaming Podcast 53: Nostradamus
| Published On: | Tue, 15 January 2008 23:25:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:53 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 32.90MB |
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Video game porn in Mass Effect, Logitech being looked at by Microsoft rumor, NCSoft drops space MMO, PS3 to get downloadable TV shows and more.
We look at a historical NES wrestling game, the history of Creative Labs and we'll give our predictions for this years game system winner.
We look at a historical NES wrestling game, the history of Creative Labs and we'll give our predictions for this years game system winner.
TD Gaming Podcast 52: Ostrich-Riding Skeleton Warriors
| Published On: | Tue, 08 January 2007 21:58 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:32:29 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 22.32MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Xbox Live growing pains, Guitar Hero 3 mono problem closer to being solved, Mad Katz to make Rock Band peripherals and Nintendo Wii getting kiosk ability for DS demos.
We're looking at a game which had some cool creatures in it, including ostrich-riding skeleton warriors and we'll take a look back at the company Tengen.
This week we ask the question, is Microsoft LIVE worth suing over?
We're looking at a game which had some cool creatures in it, including ostrich-riding skeleton warriors and we'll take a look back at the company Tengen.
This week we ask the question, is Microsoft LIVE worth suing over?
TD Gaming Podcast 51: Only Terrorists Hack The Wii
| Published On: | Tue, January 01 2008 22:01:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:44:11 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 30.36MB |
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The Nintendo Wii isn't a weight loss program, Microsoft and motion sensing controls, Wii has been hacked and next-generation video games cost too much money.
This weeks history is a NES title from Technos Japan and our history covers Technos Japan Corporation, the company.
We also ask the question, are next generation quality games too costly and what can the industry do to reduce it next time?
This weeks history is a NES title from Technos Japan and our history covers Technos Japan Corporation, the company.
We also ask the question, are next generation quality games too costly and what can the industry do to reduce it next time?
TD Gaming Podcast 50: Our 2007 Game Industry Picks
| Published On: | Thu, 27 December 2007 12:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:52:30 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 36.08MB |
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Activision isn't willing to work with Harmonix and their guitar compatibility issues, Bruckheimer to make video games, Activision wins against Ramantics, Rockstar's PC titles make IGN's direct2drive list.
This month in gaming was a Mega Hit back in the day, and we take a look at the inventor of a very popular arcade game.
This week we'll cover 2007 games we think have changed the industry for good or for bad.
This month in gaming was a Mega Hit back in the day, and we take a look at the inventor of a very popular arcade game.
This week we'll cover 2007 games we think have changed the industry for good or for bad.
TD Gaming Podcast 49: No TLC For Our DLC On The Wii
| Published On: | Wed, 19 December 2007 00:30:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:46 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.69MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Assassins Creed pwns revenue, Nintendo's third-party failure, Wii shortage costs 1.3 billion and fresh new CoD4 updates.
We cover a PC port to Playstation 3 in This Month In Gaming, A bit of history on Alexey Pajitnov and we ask the question, Does DLC Make games better?
We cover a PC port to Playstation 3 in This Month In Gaming, A bit of history on Alexey Pajitnov and we ask the question, Does DLC Make games better?
TD Gaming Podcast 48: Gremlins At The Drive-In
| Published On: | Tue, 11 December 2007 23:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:45:16 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 31.10MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Eve Online breaks windows installations everywhere, Xbox Live Silver account loses features, Mono GH3 fix and gifting virtual console games.
We cover one of the most widely distributed shareware games and look at the history of the ESRB.
We ask the question, is interactive gaming our new niche market?
We cover one of the most widely distributed shareware games and look at the history of the ESRB.
We ask the question, is interactive gaming our new niche market?
TD Gaming Podcast 47: Conflict of Interest
| Published On: | Wed, 05 December 2007 00:07:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:06:44 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 45.85MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Metal Gear Solid 4 must sell one million copies, Xbox Live Fall Update, the story of the Three Console Race and Microsoft's not playing nice in the sandbox.
We also look back at an old game which involves you hopping tree to tree in full plate armor and a sword. And a look back at Rare Ltd.
We ask the question, are video game reviews rigged?
We also look back at an old game which involves you hopping tree to tree in full plate armor and a sword. And a look back at Rare Ltd.
We ask the question, are video game reviews rigged?
TD Gaming Podcast 46: Spandex and Leg Warmers
| Published On: | Tue, 27 November 2007 23:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:07:17 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 46.22MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Romantics Sue Activision for an awesome cover, Rock Band patched on day-one, Atari having financial issues yet again and PS3's Orange Box having some framerate issues?
This weeks historical game release inspires us to put on some spandex and leg warmers. We also cover the history of the video game ROM.
We'll ask the question, will technology end the need for video game levels?
This weeks historical game release inspires us to put on some spandex and leg warmers. We also cover the history of the video game ROM.
We'll ask the question, will technology end the need for video game levels?
TD Gaming Podcast 45: Acts of God
| Published On: | Tue, 20 November 2007 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:39:48 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 27.36MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft focusing on family friendly gaming, The Xbox 360 justifies their NPD figures and wins hardware sales, a device to lose calories while you're at the computer and one more Microsoft story: Xbox 360's Halo 3 rebates.
This month in gaming we're looking back at an old NES title with a boy and a tank. We flash back to the NES Advantage, was it really an advantage at all?
And, console product warranties, are they good enough? We've got a story about a dusty console being blamed as an act of god.
This month in gaming we're looking back at an old NES title with a boy and a tank. We flash back to the NES Advantage, was it really an advantage at all?
And, console product warranties, are they good enough? We've got a story about a dusty console being blamed as an act of god.
TD Gaming Podcast 44: We Are Guitar Heroes
| Published On: | Tue, 06 November 2007 23:35:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:02:12 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 42.05MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Manhunt 2 under the microscope again, EA's CEO looks towards the future of gaming, Nintendo assists third party developers, Sony gains ground against Nintendo in Japan.
This month in gaming we'll look at an Atari arcade classic. We also flash back to Midway Games and look at how they're doing today.
We give our take on The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass for the Nintendo DS and Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock for the Wii.
This month in gaming we'll look at an Atari arcade classic. We also flash back to Midway Games and look at how they're doing today.
We give our take on The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass for the Nintendo DS and Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock for the Wii.
TD Gaming Podcast 43: Copy Protection
| Published On: | Tue, 30 October 2007 22:51:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:43:48 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 30.10MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Orange Box deactivated in certain countries, Spore coming to the Wii, Microsoft Games division is making money, Guitar Hero 3 day-one-patch.
We ask the question, does copy protection effective or just annoying?
Jump back in history at a Tetris style game and we'll look back at the NES Power Glove.
We ask the question, does copy protection effective or just annoying?
Jump back in history at a Tetris style game and we'll look back at the NES Power Glove.
TD Gaming Podcast 42: Time With My Monkey
| Published On: | Sat, 20 October 2007 11:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:59:49 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 41.10MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Exclusive comedy game for the PS3, Xbox 360 achievements linked with profitability, 40GB PS3 heading to the US and one unified console would make EA's life easier.
We jump back in time to a sports game for the Famicom Disk System and we'll take a historic look at the Rumble Pak for the N64.
This week, we ask the question, which is more cost effective, a gaming PC or console?
We jump back in time to a sports game for the Famicom Disk System and we'll take a historic look at the Rumble Pak for the N64.
This week, we ask the question, which is more cost effective, a gaming PC or console?
TD Gaming Podcast 41: Small Game Studios
| Published On: | Tue, 16 October 2007 23:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:07:16 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 46.21MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Nintendo confirms new game line ups, EA's big buy of the year, 40GB PlayStation 3 goes to Japan and Mario Kart Wii gets a later release date.
We ask the question, are small game studios important to the gaming industry or are the big guys where it's at?
This month in gaming is a not-so-big seller that got many people up-in-arms in anger. We also look back at the gaming life of one John Carmack.
We ask the question, are small game studios important to the gaming industry or are the big guys where it's at?
This month in gaming is a not-so-big seller that got many people up-in-arms in anger. We also look back at the gaming life of one John Carmack.
TD Gaming Podcast 40: Unified Consoles Are For Communists
| Published On: | Tue, 09 October 2007 22:50:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:06:01 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 45.35MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft and Bungie part ways...sorta, Sony announces a euro-PS3 that's cheaper to buy, sandbox games can't be made into demo's says Assassin's Creed developers and Nintendo Wii remotes get a jacket. Brrrr.
We go back in time to an Atari racing game from 1979 and take a look back at Will Wright.
We ask the question, is One Unified Console a realistic future for gaming? Or is it just the ideas of a disillusioned developer?
We go back in time to an Atari racing game from 1979 and take a look back at Will Wright.
We ask the question, is One Unified Console a realistic future for gaming? Or is it just the ideas of a disillusioned developer?
TD Gaming Podcast 39: Video Games Are Mainstream
| Published On: | Tue, 02 October 2007 22:50:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:59:38 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 40.97MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Rock Band is now priced and it's pretty steep, Halo 3 sells out in Japan, Microsoft rumored to remove core from production, Bungie tells crybabies to shut up and play.
This month in gaming we're going back to 1977 and the Atari home console. Then we discuss the resume of one Sidney K. Meier and his games of fame.
This week we'll ask the question, are video games mainstream and what game brought it into the public eye?
Oh yeah, and we've got our first guest!
This month in gaming we're going back to 1977 and the Atari home console. Then we discuss the resume of one Sidney K. Meier and his games of fame.
This week we'll ask the question, are video games mainstream and what game brought it into the public eye?
Oh yeah, and we've got our first guest!
TD Gaming Podcast 38: Will AO Be OK Someday?
| Published On: | Tue, 25 September 2007 23:01:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:48:17 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 33.18MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Illegal Halo 3 copies make their way to the Net, PSP outsells DS in Japan, Microsoft claims Sony underestimated the difficulty of PlayStation Home and Sony claims to still be in line for their 11-million unit ship number.
A bit of history about Immersion and their rumble and we look back on another sports game with colorful graphics.
We ask the question, will Adult Only (AO) games every be acceptable and sold in stores?
A bit of history about Immersion and their rumble and we look back on another sports game with colorful graphics.
We ask the question, will Adult Only (AO) games every be acceptable and sold in stores?
TD Gaming Podcast 37: Televised Gaming Events
| Published On: | Tue, 18 September 2007 22:58:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:42:13 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 29.00MB |
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FASA closes their doors, world series of video games gets canceled, social engineering LIVE accounts and Nintendo tries to surprise gamers.
A bit of history about John Romero and we cover historical game from 1987 in the sports genre.
We ask the question, will televised video game events ever be taken seriously?
A bit of history about John Romero and we cover historical game from 1987 in the sports genre.
We ask the question, will televised video game events ever be taken seriously?
TD Gaming Podcast 36: The Future Bound In Downloadable Content
| Published On: | Tue, 11 September 2007 22:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:40:39 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 27.94MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Bioshock has patches for everyone but causes some new issues too. Guitar Hero III for the Wii has online play out-of-the-box, Take-Two leaves accessories behind, Michael Prachter opens his noise hole about PS3 pricing again.
We cover a company called Japan Capsule Computers, aka, Capcom and we'll take a stab at a historical game involving zombie killing and demon slaying.
We ask the question, is downloadable content the way of the future?
We cover a company called Japan Capsule Computers, aka, Capcom and we'll take a stab at a historical game involving zombie killing and demon slaying.
We ask the question, is downloadable content the way of the future?
TD Gaming Podcast 35: Ikari Warriors - A 1987 Arcade Classic
| Published On: | Tue, 04 September 2007 22:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:58:40 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.02MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Gears of War's map pack gets free, Haze becomes a PS3 exclusive, retro studios takes time off from Metroid while Guitar Hero 3 is going to rock the Wii the best.
This month in gaming isn't a game at all, it's an episode. A fully fleshed out Call of Duty 4 review on the beta test.
We ask the question, do public beta's make better games?
This month in gaming isn't a game at all, it's an episode. A fully fleshed out Call of Duty 4 review on the beta test.
We ask the question, do public beta's make better games?
TD Gaming Podcast 34: Rebuying Retro Classics
| Published On: | Sat, 25 August 2007 15:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:46:32 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 37.31MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Metal Gear Solid, will it be rumbling to a home console near you? FIFA 08 takes on 10 players simultaneously, Microsoft's smoking wheel and PGR4 set to release - sorta.
This week we look back at a 1987 classic NES/arcade title and explain why Epic is so Mega.
We ask the question, are retro-gaming releases worth rebuying year after year?
And don't forget, our contest is still running to win one of fifteen game titles.
This week we look back at a 1987 classic NES/arcade title and explain why Epic is so Mega.
We ask the question, are retro-gaming releases worth rebuying year after year?
And don't forget, our contest is still running to win one of fifteen game titles.
TD Gaming Podcast 33: Motion Sensing Games
| Published On: | Tue, 21 August 2007 23:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:00:00 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 48.09MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
PS3 is harder to developer for than the 360, so? MTV invests in gaming, Wii production isn't getting any better and EA prioritizes gaming on the 360.
A new contest starts, we're giving the winner the choice of up to 15 different games. Contest ends August 31st (midnight).
This month in gaming is a PC RTS game and we'll give you the scoop on Bungie and their Macintosh background.
We also ask the question, what makes Wii a hit? Motion sensing games or the motion technology itself? Because In2Games has something to show the PS2 gamer in all of us.
A new contest starts, we're giving the winner the choice of up to 15 different games. Contest ends August 31st (midnight).
This month in gaming is a PC RTS game and we'll give you the scoop on Bungie and their Macintosh background.
We also ask the question, what makes Wii a hit? Motion sensing games or the motion technology itself? Because In2Games has something to show the PS2 gamer in all of us.
TD Gaming Podcast 32: Mindlessly Buying Franchise Titles
| Published On: | Tue, 14 August 2007 22:25:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:42:51 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 34.36MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
New Xbox 360 spotted with HDMI, WiiWare channel now live, California State Law and violent video games and more gamers than expect don't understand the features of their console?
We ask the question "will you buy a franchise based on name alone?" and cover some history on Looking Glass Studios.
This month in gaming is an RPG with flare and popularity. Also, don't miss this episode if you want to win Lost Planet for the Xbox 360!
We ask the question "will you buy a franchise based on name alone?" and cover some history on Looking Glass Studios.
This month in gaming is an RPG with flare and popularity. Also, don't miss this episode if you want to win Lost Planet for the Xbox 360!
TD Gaming Podcast 31: Defining Next Generation
| Published On: | Tue, 07 August 2007 23:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:41:06 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 28.25MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Take Two is not thrilled about All Pro 2008, World of Warcraft expansion is coming and you'll be level 80 before you know it. GTA IV is being delayed until next year and Super Smash Bros. Brawl gets a single player campaign side-scroller.
This month in gaming we look at yet another NES title from the Famicom Disk System. This weeks history covers Cave Dog and their awesome RTS title Total Annihilation.
We ask the question, what defines a next-generation home console?
This month in gaming we look at yet another NES title from the Famicom Disk System. This weeks history covers Cave Dog and their awesome RTS title Total Annihilation.
We ask the question, what defines a next-generation home console?
TD Gaming Podcast 30: Will Wii Win Console War?
| Published On: | Wed, 01 August 2007 1:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:04:44 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 44.44MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
HD-DVD price cut for the Microsoft add-on device, EA admits to not taking the Wii seriously, David Jaffe leaves Sony to work with Sony at his new company and we learn that Sony has a patent for a PSP plug-in for the PS2/PS3 controller.
This week we ask the question, can Wii win the seventh generation of consoles wars? We take a look at some figures posted by 1up.com and see the Xbox 360 isn't doing as well as it could be by now, does Sony have a chance to take the lead?
Historic look back at Interplay and their slow decent into darkness along with an August NES title from 1987.
And... does Kirby really rule all?
This week we ask the question, can Wii win the seventh generation of consoles wars? We take a look at some figures posted by 1up.com and see the Xbox 360 isn't doing as well as it could be by now, does Sony have a chance to take the lead?
Historic look back at Interplay and their slow decent into darkness along with an August NES title from 1987.
And... does Kirby really rule all?
TD Gaming Podcast 29: Sixty Hours of Game Play Experience
| Published On: | Tue, 24 July 2007 23:35:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:54:38 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 37.54MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Rockstar announces some Wii games, Microsoft takes a hit in the financial pants, Mario Kart Wii isn't a 2007 game and PEGI Online rating systems.
We'll look back at an old arcade title from 1980 and a historic look at the guy we know as Peter Moore.
Do games really need to promise a 60-hour experience or do we just need great reply value? We ask the question: Must we be guaranteed a specific number of hours in gameplay?
We'll look back at an old arcade title from 1980 and a historic look at the guy we know as Peter Moore.
Do games really need to promise a 60-hour experience or do we just need great reply value? We ask the question: Must we be guaranteed a specific number of hours in gameplay?
TD Gaming Podcast 28: We Want More 2D Side Scrollers
| Published On: | Tue, 17 July 2007 23:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:59:06 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 40.59MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
The quick E3 highlights, Sony and PS3 Woes, Xbox 360 price drops and is Nintendo ditching the hardcore gamers?
This month in gaming, a Metroid like clone or just overshadowed by the better game? You'll remember this one...
History segment on E3's past accomplishments and keynotes. And, what do you think about 2D vs. 3D video games? Which is better, what franchises should stick with 2D and which should go 3D?
This month in gaming, a Metroid like clone or just overshadowed by the better game? You'll remember this one...
History segment on E3's past accomplishments and keynotes. And, what do you think about 2D vs. 3D video games? Which is better, what franchises should stick with 2D and which should go 3D?
TD Gaming Podcast 27: Games Are Expensive
| Published On: | Wed, 11 July 2007 00:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:50:34 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 34.73MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft invests a billion to cover red rings of death for three years, PS3 price cut is sorta confirmed, EA's Family Plan for casual gamers and UK MMO games could be equal to gambling if some laws pass.
This month in gaming is a popular Square game that never seems to end (regardless to the titles name), history covering Data East and where they are today.
What's your opinion? Are video games just too expensive? Why must we pay a flat rate for game titles?
This month in gaming is a popular Square game that never seems to end (regardless to the titles name), history covering Data East and where they are today.
What's your opinion? Are video games just too expensive? Why must we pay a flat rate for game titles?
Episode 26: Favorite Game Controllers
| Published On: | Wed, 04 July 2007 00:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:09:04 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 47.46MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft takes aim at Nintendo's casual market share, Civilization Revolutions for all but Wii, Sports gaming at 30 FPS and the costly Black Pack for Rainbow Six...or not.
We also take a historic look at the accomplishments of Blood and the failure of the Robotic Operating Buddy.
Husband and wife give their verbal review of Popcap's Venice game from a casual perspective.
Don't forget, a soapbox segment on video game controllers from the past and present.
We also take a historic look at the accomplishments of Blood and the failure of the Robotic Operating Buddy.
Husband and wife give their verbal review of Popcap's Venice game from a casual perspective.
Don't forget, a soapbox segment on video game controllers from the past and present.
Episode 25: Video Game Violence
| Published On: | Tue, 26 June 2007 18:48:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:54:58 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 37.77MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Spore Misinformation spreading, Intel working on anti-cheat hardware, Manhunt 2 gets the AO slap and Austin Powers goes FREE on Xbox Live.
A look back at Sonic and we delve into the life of Blizzard Entertainment and what they've accomplished.
Soapbox rant, does video game violence sell games and did Manhunt cross that line?
A listener asks, will Sony's bluray lawsuit hurt Blockbuster if Sony loses to Target Technologies?
A look back at Sonic and we delve into the life of Blizzard Entertainment and what they've accomplished.
Soapbox rant, does video game violence sell games and did Manhunt cross that line?
A listener asks, will Sony's bluray lawsuit hurt Blockbuster if Sony loses to Target Technologies?
Episode 24: Wii vs. The Industry
| Published On: | Tue, 19 June 2007 22:50:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:42:47 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 29.40MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
The Wii is as powerful as the Xbox or something. Madden '08 for the Wii doesn't have Wii friends codes and Sony considering a price drop?
Sega doubts Nintendo can hold onto the top position, it is a fad that will fade in 4+ years, does that matter?
What's your opinion? Is the games industry against change? Is the Wii causing studios to dis-respect the Wii because its different?
Six-generation home consoles and the history that it made. And, this month in gaming is an ID software title!
Sega doubts Nintendo can hold onto the top position, it is a fad that will fade in 4+ years, does that matter?
What's your opinion? Is the games industry against change? Is the Wii causing studios to dis-respect the Wii because its different?
Six-generation home consoles and the history that it made. And, this month in gaming is an ID software title!
Episode 23: Graphics and Fun
| Published On: | Tue, 12 June 2007 23:20:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:46:15 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 31.78MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Ubisoft hands us a release date for the anticipated Assassins' Creed, Electronics Arts goes casual, a LEGO MMO and Microsoft is thinking about your family.
Do graphics make great games or is it about the fun? We debate.
A historic look at Battletoads and its rank as one of the most difficult video games of all time. We also flash back to the fifth-generation of video games and the rise of Sony's PlayStation.
Don't miss our reactions to Forza Motorsport 2!
Do graphics make great games or is it about the fun? We debate.
A historic look at Battletoads and its rank as one of the most difficult video games of all time. We also flash back to the fifth-generation of video games and the rise of Sony's PlayStation.
Don't miss our reactions to Forza Motorsport 2!
Episode 22: Hardcore Casual Gaming
| Published On: | Wed, 06 June 2007 00:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:56:50 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.05MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Ubisoft admits to overporting the Wii console, Xbox 360 already re-hacked and will Halo 3 oil that GTA IV release date?
New York tries to create a game bill to earn jail time to retailers selling video games to "minors." Shouldn't parents be able to handle children's gaming habits?
This month in gaming, we take a look back at Metal Gear. We'll hit up the fourth generation of home consoles and review up a new generation of Mario Party.
You like casual gaming on a console or hand-held? We'll debate where casual games belong!
New York tries to create a game bill to earn jail time to retailers selling video games to "minors." Shouldn't parents be able to handle children's gaming habits?
This month in gaming, we take a look back at Metal Gear. We'll hit up the fourth generation of home consoles and review up a new generation of Mario Party.
You like casual gaming on a console or hand-held? We'll debate where casual games belong!
Episode 21: Exclusively Gaming
| Published On: | Tue, 29 May 2007 23:05:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:51:11 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 35.17MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Oh yes, we're talking Starcraft 2! It's about time and Blizzard is ready to bring it back. We also touch on the PSP transformation into a phone in the UK, Nintendo pre-E3 wrap-up and Sony's little Blu-Ray troubles.
This weeks debate, are exclusive third party titles important to a console or are they a thing of the past?
This month in gaming, Kings Quest I! A PCJr exclusive? And we end with a bit of history on the third-generation of home video game consoles. This includes Nintendo's rise from the ashes of '83, Sony and Atari's attempt to battle against them and the portables that changed the industry forever.
This weeks debate, are exclusive third party titles important to a console or are they a thing of the past?
This month in gaming, Kings Quest I! A PCJr exclusive? And we end with a bit of history on the third-generation of home video game consoles. This includes Nintendo's rise from the ashes of '83, Sony and Atari's attempt to battle against them and the portables that changed the industry forever.
Episode 20: Miyamoto vs. Bungie
| Published On: | Wed, 22 May 2007 22:15:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:50:47 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 34.91MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Game designers face off, Miyamoto can make halo if he wanted, Bungie can make a plumber game. Happy 40th to video games, Microsoft cracking down on the Halo 3 beta issues and while also laying down the ban hammer.
This weeks debate, is the PlayStation 3 a failure or is it just going to take time? Gaming history is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (NES) while we delve into the details of the second-generation of video game history.
This weeks debate, is the PlayStation 3 a failure or is it just going to take time? Gaming history is Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (NES) while we delve into the details of the second-generation of video game history.
Episode 19: Is The Wii A Novelty?
| Published On: | Wed, 16 May 2007 00:47:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:50:26 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 34.66MB |
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Crackdown downloadable content buggy? The PSN expansion plans - more LIVE like?
Condemned sequel to be called Bloodshot, you a fan of Condemned? Microsoft Vista rolls out Live Anywhere but we're still waiting for games. Why isn't Halo 2 a bundle with Vista?
Also, we'll cover Castlevania (NES) in This Month In Gaming and start the history of the console generations.
This weeks debate: is the wii a novelty or a real console?
Condemned sequel to be called Bloodshot, you a fan of Condemned? Microsoft Vista rolls out Live Anywhere but we're still waiting for games. Why isn't Halo 2 a bundle with Vista?
Also, we'll cover Castlevania (NES) in This Month In Gaming and start the history of the console generations.
This weeks debate: is the wii a novelty or a real console?
Episode 18: The Great 360 Debate
| Published On: | Wed, 09 May 2007 23:25:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:25 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 32.59MB |
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Grand Theft Auto IV having difficulties because of core 360 limitations? A child is under fire for making maps of his school in Counter-Strike.
Counter-Strike tournaments for "crazy cash" prizes! Demo's being patched on XBLA.
A look back at Wolf3D and The 3DO Company. Also, checkout our new debate segment: Is the 360 a reliability nightmare?
Counter-Strike tournaments for "crazy cash" prizes! Demo's being patched on XBLA.
A look back at Wolf3D and The 3DO Company. Also, checkout our new debate segment: Is the 360 a reliability nightmare?
Episode 17: Wii Want More Wii Production
| Published On: | Wed, 3 May 2007 00:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:57:50 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 39.74MB |
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Nintendo buys Monolith Soft, two 360 titles lose exclusivity, nintendo ramps up Wii production and the state of the game industry.
Also, we jump back in time to Duck Hunt, an Japanese April release in 1984. We also pay our gratitudes to an industry leader: Ken Kutaragi now that he's retiring from his Sony position.
TechDiversions discusses on video game violence.
Also, we jump back in time to Duck Hunt, an Japanese April release in 1984. We also pay our gratitudes to an industry leader: Ken Kutaragi now that he's retiring from his Sony position.
TechDiversions discusses on video game violence.
Episode 16: Red Rings of Death
| Published On: | Tue, 17 Apr 2007 13:35:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 0:39:42 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 27.26MB |
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Steam hacked? A hacker decides to blackmail Vale, Lost to become a video game, Football/Soccer MMO, Guitar Hero 2 patch issues and other news.
Also, we'll take a look at the original Top Gear for the SNES and a look back into the history of Electronic Arts.
A short review of the Nyko Charge Station and what it can do for your Wii
Also, we'll take a look at the original Top Gear for the SNES and a look back into the history of Electronic Arts.
A short review of the Nyko Charge Station and what it can do for your Wii
Episode 15: America's Army Wants You!
| Published On: | Tue, 17 Apr 2007 23:39:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 01:03:15 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 43.43MB |
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You remember Super Metroid? Did you know it's one of the best games of all time?
The US Army wants you to play video games and win your chance to enlist. Sony's decided to drop the 20GB PS3 model in favor of the high-end system.
You browse the Net on your Nintendo Wii. The Wii browser is now in full bloom, does anyone care?
Acclaim ready to launch a Dance MMO. Micro-transaction based MMO takes a unique genre by storm.
TechDiversions review of Super Paper Mario for the Wii and some history about Activision.
The US Army wants you to play video games and win your chance to enlist. Sony's decided to drop the 20GB PS3 model in favor of the high-end system.
You browse the Net on your Nintendo Wii. The Wii browser is now in full bloom, does anyone care?
Acclaim ready to launch a Dance MMO. Micro-transaction based MMO takes a unique genre by storm.
TechDiversions review of Super Paper Mario for the Wii and some history about Activision.
Episode 14: Microsoft's cursors Pwn WoW
| Published On: | Tue, 10 Apr 2007 23:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:55:22 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.02MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Microsoft tries to convince the world that a 120GB hard disk really costs USD $180, HP's Mscape is a handheld system to get kids off the couch, WoW accounts are worth more than stolen credit card numbers and this month in gaming we look at Zelda: A Link To The Past.
Also, a bit of history about the Rise and Fall of Atari.
Also, a bit of history about the Rise and Fall of Atari.
Episode 13: Dipping Our Toes In The Pool of Radiance
| Published On: | Wed, 04 Apr 2007 10:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:38:44 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 26.63MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Lots of Microsoft news this week, the Elite is in the lime light, disk migration for the 120GB hard drive, Microsoft says 14-year-olds will trade in their Wii for a 360 when they get serious about gaming.
Review of the Nintendo Wii's TMNT, historical look at the gameshark and we dip our toes into the Pool of Radiance for the NES.
Review of the Nintendo Wii's TMNT, historical look at the gameshark and we dip our toes into the Pool of Radiance for the NES.
Episode 12: Governor of Chihuahua
| Published On: | Thur, 29 Mar 2007 00:20:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 56:34 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 38.87MB |
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We finally see a PS3 launch in Europe without any real violence. PS3 also is said to be outselling 360 at the same point in their launch?
What about those MMO addictions? Is it really like heroin or do we really just like video games?
A look back at Counter-Strike on the Xbox and a bit of history about Nintendo Power.
Does playing G.R.A.W 2 make you want to kill Mexicans?
What about those MMO addictions? Is it really like heroin or do we really just like video games?
A look back at Counter-Strike on the Xbox and a bit of history about Nintendo Power.
Does playing G.R.A.W 2 make you want to kill Mexicans?
Episode 11: We Play FPS Games For The Storyline
| Published On: | Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:54:36 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 37.50MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in Gaming is Shadowgate, we argue about the Halo 3 collectors editions, talk about consoles as home video systems, wikia gaming magazine, and the Sony Folding @ Home project.
A short review of Saints Row (going old school), along with TMNT and Contra on Xbox Live Arcade.
Are you a nintendad?
A short review of Saints Row (going old school), along with TMNT and Contra on Xbox Live Arcade.
Are you a nintendad?
Episode 10: What Did You Say About My Wii??
| Published On: | Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:45:56 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 31.55MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in Gaming is AOL's Neverwinter Nights MMORPG, bad mouthing the Wii, Sony's new Home, a GTA4 non-exclusive and more Microsoft in-game ad campaigns.
Reviews of XBLA's Worms, Alien Hominid HD and Dance Dance Revolution. And, how Dynamix, Inc. changed a life.
Reviews of XBLA's Worms, Alien Hominid HD and Dance Dance Revolution. And, how Dynamix, Inc. changed a life.
Episode 09: SSX Peggle
| Published On: | Wed, 07 Mar 2007 01:10:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:39:18 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 27.02MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in Gaming is Ninja Gaiden, we chat about Kotaku vs. Sony on rumor news, Blizzard's Armory, Worms for XBLA and Immersion hugging Sony again.
Reviews of SSX Blur and PopCap's Peggle. And, whatever happen to Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI)?
Reviews of SSX Blur and PopCap's Peggle. And, whatever happen to Strategic Simulations, Inc. (SSI)?
Episode 08: We Play Wii Play
| Published On: | Tue, 27 Feb 2007 23:40:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:38:38 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 26.55MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in Gaming is Super Mario Bros. 3, we talk about January console sales numbers, PS3 European issues, Wii Play review, costly Virtual Console games and a bit of history on the Sega 32X.
Episode 07: How Much Is A Few?
| Published On: | Wed, 21 Feb 2007 00:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:33:32 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 23.06MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in Gaming is RC-Pro AM Racing, we talk about Green Monster Game's new VP, Xbox 360 price reductions...again, a few reviews and a bit about Shigeru Miyamoto.
Episode 06: I Have a Friends Code!
| Published On: | Tue, 13 Feb 2007 23:04:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:47:09 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 32.41MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in Gaming is Double Dragon III, we talk about Nintendo's network model, the importance of game exclusives, review Burning Crusade, Table Tennis and more. Learn why the NES Zapper was re-colored.
Episode 05: Up, Up, Down, Down
| Published On: | Tue, 06 Feb 2007 23:55:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:27:15 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 18.75MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
We talk about DDR coming to the Nintendo Wii, Burning Crusades available for digital download, Blu-Ray's rise, reviews for PopCap's Bookworm Adventure and Wario Ware. Plus, learn a bit of history and unlock the "Contra Code."
Episode 04: Chuck E. Cheese Pizza
| Published On: | Tue, 30 Jan 2007 23:24:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:44:31 |
| Author: | Derrick & Jennifer Schommer |
| Size: | 30.60MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
This month in gaming is Warcraft and River City Ransom. We dive into the analytics of the console war, Bungie's dislike of Halo 2 and Wii News - literally.
A girls take on Fight Night Round 3 and a guys take on Heavy Weapon on Xbox Live Arcade. The Sears Video Arcade and who founded Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theatre chain?
A girls take on Fight Night Round 3 and a guys take on Heavy Weapon on Xbox Live Arcade. The Sears Video Arcade and who founded Chuck E. Cheese's Pizza Time Theatre chain?
Episode 03: Too Much Crusade
| Published On: | Tue, 23 Jan 2007 23:45:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:32:44 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 29.98MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Learn about Shivering Isles and its travel to the Xbox 360 Marketplace, a Wii contest leads to one dead, guitar hero changes hands, and PC Game sales are on the rise.
We also touch on a review for Elebits and ...G.R.A.W? What's that all about? Check it out.
Don't miss a bit of history on the ColecoVision. What game was released in January for the NES in 1992?
We also touch on a review for Elebits and ...G.R.A.W? What's that all about? Check it out.
Don't miss a bit of history on the ColecoVision. What game was released in January for the NES in 1992?
Episode 02: The Emmy Goes To...
| Published On: | Wed, 18 Jan 2007 23:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 00:32:00 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 29.33MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
We talk about the PS2 and Wii controllers, the new Burning Crusades flash website, NPD sales figures and ... SEGA!
Did you know Zelda II: Adventure of Link was released in Japan during the month of January?
Did you know Zelda II: Adventure of Link was released in Japan during the month of January?
Episode 01: This Thing On?
| Published On: | Sun, 15 Jan 2007 18:00:00 -0500 |
| Duration: | 1:05:00 |
| Author: | Jennifer & Derrick Schommer |
| Size: | 60.82MB |
| Direct Download: | click here |
Episode 01 covers Microsofts keyboard announcement at CES, Steam Downloader updates, a new MMO game and more. We also give our opinion on Twilight Princess (Wii) and Trauma Center: Second Opinion along with a history lesson on the Famicom Disk System.
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Dear TD Gaming,
I listen to a few different podcasts, all of which I enjoy for different reasons, and I wanted to let you know that I thoroughly love the "Bit of History" and "This Week In Gaming" sections featured in your show. Even though I'm right in the middle of the target age demographic for videogame sales, I've never been all that interested in newer games/systems, so these sections of your show take me way back. I've actually listened to your entire back catalog of your shows while I've been working over the past 2 weeks, so I hear your voices more during the day than my wife's.
On any given day I have a million comments to add to your show, but if I had to pick one topic/question right off the top, I would just like your take on the status of company mascots. It seems like my entire childhood video game memories lay alongside the mascots from their respective companies. When you heard the name SEGA, you immediately thought SONIC. When I told people I owned 60 games for my Turbo Grafx 16, they had no idea what I was talking about, but they had a vague recollection of Bonk the caveman. Of course, Nintendo had Mario, Master System had Wonder Boy, Sony PS1 had Crash Bandicoot. Gameboy had......Tetris?
Do you think that brand loyalties have waned since the decline of company mascots? People nowadays stray from system to system to taste a little bit of everything from each company, whether its an exclusive game, or a new control scheme, or a Blu-Ray/HD capability. I never enjoyed Sonic as a kid, so I didn't buy a Genesis until years later. But I loved Mario and Bonk and was a huge fan of both the NES and TG-16, and still am to this day. The fact that all the hyped games from SEGA back then featured Sonic really deterred my interest and that influenced what I or my parents purchased. So once again, do you think that brand loyalties have waned since the decline of company mascots, or have the system features (controls, video capabilities, online content, etc) become the mascots themselves?
Sorry for the longwinded comment/question.
Ryan Grant
Box Elder, SD
p.s. LJN would be an excellent company to cover in "A Bit of History" because of its vast array of absolutely horrible games and movie games. X-men, Nightmare on Elm Street, Back to the Future, Jaws, Friday the 13th. Yikes. The list goes on.