Boomzies #28 - Ludology vs. Narratology

Aufgezeichnet Jan 29th 2012 auf Boomzies 1:24:40 5

There are a lot of rumors flying around about the successor to the Xbox 360. Will it use Blu Rays, will it have some sort of measures in place restricting gamers from playing used games on the console, and will it actual have a stupid name like Xbox 720? Then in our main topic we talk address ludology vs. narratology. Does story or interactivity take precedence or does it truly depend on the game? Watch as Brian and Landon duke it out!

Boomzies #27 - Are Video Game the New TV?

Aufgezeichnet Jan 22nd 2012 auf Boomzies 1:04:45 0

The dark one George Lucas has officially announced his retirement from the world of film. We take a look back at his career and the future for his popular franchises. Then in our main topic we ask are video games the new TV? With video game consoles turning into all in one entertainment devices, will they dethrone TV or merge into one ball-o-media goodness? All this and more in Issue #27 of Boomzies!

Boomzies #26 - 2012 Wishlist of Doom!

Aufgezeichnet Jan 8th 2012 auf Boomzies 1:12:32 0

After an impressive launch, the PS Vita has experienced a slump in sales. Does this spell disaster for the fledgling handheld or is it too early to tell? Then Landon and Brian talk about the games, music, movies, and all things geek they are excited for in the last year on Earth, 2012. And of course argue about why the other shouldn't be excited about it.

Boomzies #25 - Best & Worst Games of 2011

Aufgezeichnet Dec 18th 2011 auf Boomzies 1:51:29 1

An episode of unequaled e-drama, Brian and Landon discuss the SOPA bill, how it could change the internet as we know it, and why you should be concerned. Then in our main topic we duke it out over the five best and five worst games of 2011. Some we agreed on, others we disagreed on, while still others we fought over like cats and dogs. Don't miss the epic battle in the last normal Boomzies of 2011!

Boomzies #24 - The Sound Game

Aufgezeichnet Dec 11th 2011 auf Boomzies 1:33:15 0

In Issue #24 of Boomzies we start things off with a special look at the VGA's. Then we talk about the rumors surrounding Shigeru Miyamoto stepping down from his position at Nintendo. What does this mean for the future of the company and Miyamoto? Then in our main topic we talk about the science of video game sound. From sound effects, music, and voice acting, sound plays a huge role in video games. How has sound evolved and where is it going in the future?

Brian Takes the PAC Man CE DX Crown from MAN!

Aufgezeichnet Dec 8th 2011 auf Boomzies 6:19 0

You've heard the rumors. You've heard the gossip. You've heard the speculation. Now see the run that put Brian on top of MAN. Yea I know that sounded wrong, but with a score of 1,958,110 I have no shame in my game!

Boomzies #23 - OMG T3H GRAFIX!

Aufgezeichnet Dec 4th 2011 auf Boomzies 1:04:19 0

In Issue #23 of Boomzies we talk about the rise and fall of Gamepro and our memories of this once great gaming journalism juggernaut (try to say that three times fast). This is our main topic we talk about the video game graphic ceiling. What will happen if we hit this fabled fidelity and how will it change the industry? Join us as Brian and Landon battle each other for the crown of geekdom!

Boomzies #22 - Thanksgaming (My phone sucks) Megacast

Aufgezeichnet Nov 27th 2011 auf Boomzies 1:11:49 0

In Issue #22 Landon and Brian trade their Black Friday war stories. We share out deals, steals, and tears from the busiest shopping day of the year. And since it's Thanksgiving weekend, what more appropriate subject than the video games we are thankful for. We look at those games that changed the industry, personal favorites, and influenced future generations of interactive entertainment. Oh yea and we have tons of phone troubles as well.

Charmin Freshwipes celebrity endorsement!

Aufgezeichnet Nov 20th 2011 auf Boomzies 0:46 0

Even though we're the stars of a megahit show like Boomzies, we don't like to pimp our fame out. But when Charmin approached me about doing a product endorsement for their line of Freshmates, I jumped at the opportunity. I believe bum freshness should not be reserved as a luxury, but a right!

The birth of Man-beef-uckus!

Aufgezeichnet Nov 20th 2011 auf Boomzies 0:41 0

You've heard the rumors, now see where the legend all began.