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Episode 222: Gorilla LoveEpisode 222: Gorilla Love
This week is a big episode, as it is chock full of surprising news this week, as well as some long, long reader mail. If that weren’t enough, we take a look back at the IntelliVision game Maze-a-Tron, deal with too much love for Paul, and the mystery that is the popularity of gorillas.
This week’s news includes:
- Electronic Arts buys Popcap Games
- Microsoft: Only Master Chief in Halo from now on
- PlayStation Vita dev costs closer to PSP
- Netflix takes aim at usage based billing
- Expert glitcher hired to clean up Modern Warfare 3’s multiplayer
- Skyrim ‘less confusing’, not ‘more accessible‘
There’s no Gaming History this week, but the Question of the Week is: “What old game do you most want to see remade?” There’s no contest behind it, but you can always take heart in the fact that your question was probably the most awesome.
As Seen On TV – Casual Game Label (Wii and DS)As Seen On TV – Casual Game Label (Wii and DS)
A 3D version of Deal or No deal sound desirable to you? Perhaps you’re a game show fan and just can’t get enough Howie, if so, you’re in luck. Koch Media announced their new casual games label As Seen On TV which will bring popular TV brands to the console.
At first we were thinking “a games division based on infomercials?” No, their intention is to bring familiar casual game experiences into the home. Many families sit down and share their experiences of TV viewing together when it comes to watching game shows, Koch Media plans to make this a bit more interactive and competititve.
When can we expect the games to hit the market? “We are delighted to be launching the As Seen On TV range during the key Christmas retail period,” said Craig McNicol, Managing Director at Koch Media.
(Thanks, CasualGamerChick)
Read on for full press release…
Episode 589: Waiting for 2100Episode 589: Waiting for 2100
Nintendo has finally given a launch window for their next console, while TJ is slightly distracted by the Chiefs.
This week’s news includes:
- Titanfall 3 is in development at Respawn
- As 2020 ends, so does FarmVille
- Among Us 2 cancelled in favor of ongoing work on the current game
- Amazon is also warning Xbox Series X preorder customers that their consoles might show up late
- Spider-Man PS4 owners can’t upgrade to the PS5 version for free
- Nintendo’s Switch successor will release before 2100
Let us know what you think.