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This week on Podtoid: butts, butts, butts!

Perhaps not. But Podtoid 118 is a thing that is still happening without fearless leader and agenda-setter-person, Anthony Burch. On tonight’s episode, I will be accompanied by producer Adam Dork and the normal Podtoid crew -- Sports Sarkar, Aaron Linde, Topher Cantler and Jim Sterling. We don't know who is hosting this thing yet, but hey, that's part of the fun.

We’ll talk about things about things that are relevant to other things. As such, we’ll need you. Feel free to ask questions of us in the comments or even suggest something interesting you want us to talk about in there as well. The power is yours.

Remember: while the news has been slow the last few days, TGS '09 was off the hook. There's a ton of stuff we could talk about, so suggest, suggest, and suggest some more!

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[Update: Mr. Linde is hosting; confirmed.]


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phantomile's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:21
phantomile
What are your thoughts on DJ Hero?

It looks like a very interesting concept to me, but I can't quite wrap my head around it without having played it.
I'd like to hear your opinions about it.
Gestault's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:21
Gestault
I'd like to hear some discussion about the timing of how many larger retailers (Toys R Us, Best Buy, Walmart etc) are just now arriving at the point where they're trying to wrangle the used market as Sony is pushing for an all-digital solution in a handheld.
Havoc Fang's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:23
Havoc Fang
What is your most memorable glitch, bug or just plain F'ed up moment in games? For better or worse. My example would be in Saints Row 2 when a crowd of 30+ Goth girls were all sitting and standing around a bench, just existing and rarely moving.
chris24680's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:25
chris24680
If Brad shows up; what would you rather have, the creature from the last guardian or a dragon?
Magnalon's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:26
Magnalon
Do any of you think Star Wars: The Old Republic will become the next big thing? A few of you tried it out at E3, if I remember correctly.
DJDuffy 's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:26
DJDuffy
Linde, did you like LITERALLY shit your pants, or where you just skimming from David Cross and his beloved bits :)
falinter's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:27
falinter
Its too bad Mikey didn't know about the Dragon love back when he drew that page. You could have ridden a giant fuckin dragon into battle.
It would have made it twice as awesome.
eternalplayer2345's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:27
eternalplayer2345
Cave announced that that one shmup (I'm bad with japanese names) would be region free, are people who import honestly a large enough market to provide a boost in sales justifying continuing this trend at Cave? Being extremely optimistic if Cave localized and realized it's shmups in the US could it succeed?
PhazonYoshi's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:28
PhazonYoshi
If Brad could turn any podtoid member into one of his pecs, who would it be? Bonus points for he he'd do it.
Gestault's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:28
Gestault
Have any of you had time with Uncharted 2? The Eurogamer review managed to pique my interest in a way I didn't think possible: it describes an enormous non-action segment where you're simply observing a new environment, which I can't help but associate with similar segments in Shenmue 2 (Guiling), Panzer Dragoon Saga (the ancient underground temple), or even more recently in ODST's nighttime hub. Those are some of my favorite moments in games, when action is punctuated by very fundamental wonder and observation.

Have you had similar experiences with these "breaks" in otherwise action oriented experiences?
gregweb's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:30
gregweb
Do ya'll think there is a retro revival going on, or are independent games just getting more attention nowadays? I would point specifically to all the Xbox Live downloadable games and Super Meat Boy.

I remember when Alien Hominid first launched, it got terrible sales. I don't think that would happen if it came out today.
Dexter345's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:31
Dexter345
Popular music typically runs from three to five minutes long, movies are typically 1.5-2 hours, so is it significant that games can range anywhere from five minutes to 100+ hours long?
seltzermx's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:31
seltzermx
Alright, now that he's not on, tell the truth: what do you really think about Anthony?
beowuuf's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:32
beowuuf
Timeline:
Podtoid 112 - Aaron Linde learns about Roman Polanski's crime
Podtoid 115 - Aaron Linde is absent (after previously breaking his foot and missing PAX in mysterious circumstances)
Podtoid 118 - Roman Polanski arrested in Switzerland, having been found tied up with a 'Please Deliver to: Lieutenant Gordon' sticker on his chest.

So the question to Aaron is: Are you 'The Batman'?
Xzyliac's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:34
Xzyliac
I wanna hear more about DJ Hero too.

Specifically how branding will simultaneously hurt and help the game. As we can already tell plenty of people are writing it off and pissing on Acti because it has the Hero name despite the fact that it is developed by not-Neversoft devs. At the same time it's a really smart move because sales are gonna fly, it'll attract new fans to the Hero games, and give a much needed boast to music game interest.

Also what about all the negative vibes surrounding the PSPgo as of late? It's an evil Nazi machine am I right?
Gobun's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:34
Gobun
Where do you see yourselves in 10 years?
pi to the 42's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:38
pi to the 42
What do you guys think about Fable II essentially rereleasing the game digitally? It doesn't make much sense to me since a used disc is cheaper than the downloadable chapters. Would you buy other games in chapter format if they were priced competitively against their retail counterparts?
Overcrowd's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:39
Overcrowd
Sup brah.

Would it seem outta place for a full-on action game to attempt some reasonably emotional story elements? I'm asking because Square Enix's Nier has the tired "man rescues child" cliché which could lead to some Gears of War 2 style awkwardness/hilariousness. I've never seen such a game successfully implement it and I'm worried Squeenix might feel the need to arbitrarily shoehorn it in and fail, which may result in a black mark on an otherwise great game.

Also, I've just recently discovered the fucking greatness of Blitz 2, and I feel it should be talked about a lot more on the show.
Bishna's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:43
Bishna
Do you ever engage in any other forms of media that are based off of video game intellectual properties? I ask this because i recently ordered the Dragon Age: Origins prequel book and was wondering if you guys do the same.
Double J's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:44
Double J
Jim Sterling, who would win at DJ Hero? Dwight Schrute using his forehead, or Gareth Keenan using his neck?
PwnanObrien's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:46
PwnanObrien
What's the hardest game you've ever beaten? Also, why did you see it out the the finish instead of just giving up?
PwnanObrien's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:47
PwnanObrien
Also, for Chet, is this truly the age of dragons?
talon84's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:50
talon84
more Samit bashing please.
Brian Keljore's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:53
Brian Keljore
Do any of you believe Keiji Inafune's remarks about the japanese gaming industry, or do you think he's just being a bit jaded?

Also, Subject Zero, Would you hit that?
ouched's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 13:56
ouched
Brad,
What wins in a fight a fight between a hurricane named Brad or a dragon named Chet?
CaptainApocalypse's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:00
CaptainApocalypse
Brad, given your battle expertise with both dragons and god, what would happen if you fought a dragon god? Or, as a result of meeting the culmination of all things awesome, would you strike a truce and battle other, weaker, creatures together? Note: The dragon god in question will most likely have a healthy fear of you.
Draxxlith's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:03
Draxxlith
On #117 a big deal was made about software emulation of PS2 games on the PS3.
From a code standpoint, I think the always entertaining Mr. Sterling is completely correct, they won't re-develop these games to be download only, however, since these games will be modified to work from a downloaded copy, there is no reason that discs would work in the drive. There would be minimal code needed to boot PS2 discs into the emulator, but I can easily see Sony skipping this for the money, as was alleged.

So, how angry will you be if (or possibly when) Sony provides downloadable PS2 games, but does not allow the discs to be played, out of their obvious sheer spite for their previous customers (see: PSPGo)?
Will it be worth it if the downloadable versions of games are edited to include dragons, or more dragons (if they already had dragons)?
stafax's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:03
stafax
I have a question for Samit:

Sports ball sports bat sport club, racket sports sports swing sports toss sport ball. Run throw sports sports sports, dribble sports puck?

Thanks, I really appreciate you answering that for me

-Stafa
hpv's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:04
hpv
Can you guys cut out the 40 minutes of dumping on Samit at the beginning? It's boring and ruining what would otherwise be Destructoid's second best podcast until Sterling starts up his new show with those other British cats what are actually funny.
PenKaizen's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:07
PenKaizen
This isn't really a question but thanks for saying how good The Red Star was, I picked it for £2 and I'm really enjoying it.
Prof Doctor's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:08
Prof Doctor
If Brad split into two bodies, one being Brad and one being Chet...who would win in a fight? or would they team up to rid the world.
Naktu's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:08
Naktu
What makes a bossfight awesome? The satisfaction of killing something way tougher than you, the sheer challenge of it, or something else? And what are your favorite bosses or boss esque fights of all time?
Prof Doctor's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:08
Prof Doctor
and yes i mean destroy the planet.
Xhumation's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:10
Xhumation
How much will you pay for SUPER Street Fighter IV?

in an age when DLC has become a norm, releasing a separate disc seems like an arcaic practice. Capcom has stated that the release won't be full price but I'm curious how much will you pay for it and what are your thoughts on it?
Naktu's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:12
Naktu
Also, if Brad flexed too hard and all his muscles flew off his body, would they link up Voltron style and fight crime?
Cataract's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:16
Cataract
Question for Anthony.

What is it that attracts you to "indie games" so damn much? Seriously, I just don't get the appeal.
Low-fi Boy's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:19
Low-fi Boy
What other characters are you guys hoping for in Super Street Fighter IV? I'm praying for Dudley, myself. Yun/Yang would also be awesome
wanderingpixel's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:19
wanderingpixel
Every medium has its "Golden Age." Movies had the 1940's and music had the 1960's; what do you think was/will be the "golden age of gaming?"

What are your feelings on the current state of music games?

Many of the games at this years TGS seemed to be aimed more towards the western market. As a result I almost none of the quirky japanese titles that have always excited me. What do you think of this recent trend in the japanese gaming industry.
ouched's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:19
ouched
Would any members of Podtoid ever buy a PSPgo with their own money at the $250 retail price Sony is currently pushing?
fozzyozzy's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:22
fozzyozzy
With the announcement of the God of War collection on blu-ray and Team Ico's speculation about putting their older games onto the format, it got me thinking: are there any PS2 franchises you'd want to see rereleased on blu-ray with whatever special crap they can fit on the disc?

I think a Prince of Persia trilogy on one disc would be fantastic, or even something like the Maximo games. I wouldn't download a game I already own, but I might consider buying an slightly upgraded version for my collection.
Monodi's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:24
Monodi
I just read that page.

Oh my god.

I can't believe I missed that page of the comic. Good god, wow. Came.
Gestault's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:25
Gestault
Why has no one used the pun "Lindie games"? I don't care if it doesn't apply, reality should adjust to accomodate puns.
Guncannon's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:25
Guncannon
With Professor Anthony Burch, Ph.D (Indie Games) away, it's time for:

Anthony Burch voice impressions!

For Jim: I finished Darkest of Days, and although it has some significant problems in terms of design (including the worst cliffhanger ending I've ever seen in a game), the decently accurate replication of historical battles and the anachronistic weapons should have given the game a score higher than 1 (maybe a 3?). And c'mon, you must have enjoyed using the flamethrower on the citizens of Pompeii; it's ok to do it because they were going to die in the eruption anyway.
Luke Barnard's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:26
Luke Barnard
Considering how often Brad is on, what is everyone's stance on him becoming a regular cast member?
Gestault's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:30
Gestault
Could we get some schoolyard-style bashing going on for Forza/Gran Turismo? I'm personally primed to enjoy the shit out of both, but the degree to which the fanboy sector of each franchises' actual fans have been working overtime warping reality to suit their opinions can't be understated.

Also, can I possibly get you guys to mention the implementation of leaderboards for the graphic design element in Forza 3? That idea is Goddamned brilliant, and they're actually doing it.
Aos's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:30
Aos
who would win in a beam struggle, Brad Nicholson's pecks or goku. What would be brad's battlecry?
Isay Isay's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:31
Isay Isay
You won't be able to pull yourself away from Dead Space: Extraction!

So are all of you going to get ordained everyone in the Podtoid forums?

With the rise of Gamescom is the Tokyo Game Show becoming more and more irrelevant? Would it be better suited at another time in the year?
entrager's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:31
entrager
I asked last week, but now Brad's hosting...

How much iron would a woodchet pump when a woodchet does pump iron? In other words: how much do you bench?

Also, can you bench a dragon?
Bigby's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:32
Bigby
Can you find a link between video games and health care reform?
yaris forever's Avatar - Comment posted on 09/29/2009 14:34
yaris forever
Why Are Teenagers Always frowned upon in the videogame society everyone thinks all we play is madden halo and assassins creed, but thats not the case. Alot of teen i know still play their genesis and snes and actually play god games on the 360 just wanted to get your opinion love the show thanks

DrCanada
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