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What happens when 2 buds get together and share some suds? An epic conversation about current gaming industry news. Gaming is a craft, just like the beer we will be drinking. Join us as we look at the facts and give some honest opinions. Fair warning, things may get a bit hoppy.

Craklyn and CDBoy32

  • Mar 28, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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  • 22 EPISODES


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Nindie Direct, FF7 delayed shipping, Xbox drops new specs for series X : Episud 22

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2020 38:11


Hey gamers! Pull up a seat and join this week as we discuss GameStop's decisions to stay open, FF7 could see delayed shipping, Xbox Series X specs were released, and the Nindie Direct that just dropped. This week we are recording from our own homes for social distancing purposes. If you want to be on the next show, drop us a line! Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Shane Hitechew, and Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Reggie joins GameStop, E3 2020 is cancelled, and Warzone was released. : Episud 21

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 46:40


Hey gamers! Pull up a seat and join this week as we discuss Reggie joining the GameStop board, E3 is canceled but developers will find a way, COD Warzone was dropped on everything but the Switch, and the Nintendo Playstation was just sold. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Shane Hitechew, Cole Stevens (CDboy32), and Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

GDC cancelled and PlatinumGames kickstarter not necessary for release of Wonderful 101 : Episud 20

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 51:40


Hey gamers! Pull up a seat and join this week as we discuss gaming events and conferences facing cancellation, E3 is next, Platinum Games didn't have to do a Kickstarter, Star Wars game leaked, and FF7 demo has dropped. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), Shane Hitechew, and Cole Stevens (CDboy32) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

COVID 19 begins to impact the global scene : Episud 19

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2020 59:40


Welcome to the gamers' pub. Pull up a seat and join us for this week's discussion about COVID 19 and the global impact, conferences are getting smaller, respect to the Konami Code, and have you seen dreams lately? Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), Shane Hitechew, --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Nvidia has a streaming service, and Stadia seems to be drying up : Episud 18

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 65:14


Welcome to the gamers' pub. Pull up a seat and join us for this week's discussion about GameStop, the streaming has a momentary pause, the GDC and Pax East got some slight hiccups, and Sonic the Hedgehog takes first. PubTalk: Top three best superhero games you’ve played??? What are the worst??? - Chris Archie Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook and Twitter to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), Shane Hitechew, and Patrick McWilliams --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Platinumgames has a kickstarter page, could this hurt indie developers? : Episud 17

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2020 40:51


Join us as we dive into a triple-A developer kickstarting an exclusive, Retro gained a new art director from EA DICE, Xbox talks competition, and should Mario have settled early on? Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64) and Shane Hitechew --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Atari enters the hotel industry: Episud 16

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2020 48:01


Join us this week as we discuss Atari's new business venture, Stadia is still kicking, and a game in 2020 won't have microtransactions. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams, aka Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), Cole Stevens(CDboi32), and Shane Hitechew --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Stadia has an update just like Tony Hawk ProSkater : Episud 15

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2020 92:30


Join us this week as we dive into Stadia getting good, Mac has a gaming PC, and Tony Hawk is making a punk comeback? Pull up a chair, go for a run, or plop a sit on a couch and welcome to the pub. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams, aka, Fancy Top Hat Films Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64), Cole Stevens(CDboi32), Shane Hitechew, Patrick McWilliams, and Miller! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Where is Cole? : Episud 14

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2020 53:19


Join us this week as we dive into Sony skipping E3, Xbox Series x missing exclusives at launch, and Super Nintendo World is opening soon in Japan. Pull up a chair, go for a run, or plop a sit on a couch and welcome to the pub. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64) and Shane Hitechew --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

A decade of video game memories : Episud 13

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 72:39


Welcome back! Join us as we talk about games of the last decade, what made the world we live in with video games, and where are we going. Pull up a chair, go for a walk, and make sure to join us on Facebook. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams Hosts: Cole Stevens(CDboi32), Shane Hitechew(Vespinae), and Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

The Game Awards and Christmas Memories : Episud 12

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2020 53:53


Ho Ho Ho, man were the Game Awards something else. Join Shane and Brandon as they discuss the Game Awards, and our favorite Christmas gaming memories along with the rest of the pub's. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams Host: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64) Guest: Shane Hitechew --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

The Game Awards 2019 last minute thoughts : Episud 11

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2019 36:43


Welcome back to the gamers' pub! Pull up a seat and join us as we talk The Game Awards preshow and answer some Pub Talk. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64) and Cole Stevens(CDboi32) Guest: Shane Hitechew --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

The Game Awards 2019 nominees : Episud 10

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2019 71:25


Welcome back to the gamers' pub! Pull up a seat and join us as we dive into The Game Awards 2019 nominees and share our thoughts. Don't forget to leave a review if you enjoying coming to the pub! If you want to support the show head over to anchor and visit our page. You can find us on Facebook to leave comments and engage in our growing community. Theme song: Mix of Chiptune Melody by Emcee Cisco Kid and Scarlet Fire by Otis McDonald Edited by: Patrick McWilliams Hosts: Brandon Crussel(Craklyn64) and Cole Stevens(CDboi32) Guest: Shane Hitechew --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Stadia and xCloud battle it out : Episud 9

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 2, 2019 47:39


Pull up a seat and join us as we talk about Google Stadia verses Microsoft's xCloud. I mean can we even compare the two? Is it a fair comparison? Let's sip a sud and talk about it. Special Guest: Patrick! Edited and intro by Patrick! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Witcher 3 gets a Switch : Episud 8

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 65:04


The Gamers’ Pub Episud 8 Yo, new name, same game. FirstLook Review Witcher 3 on Switch. Great game 2 years later, graphics are mediocre at best. Ring Fit Adventure, Kicked my buttocks ORI AND BLIND FOREST News https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-10-22-childrens-commissioner-urges-ban-on-all-non-cosmetic-in-game-purchases https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-10-21-academic-research-finds-no-evidence-of-gaming-as-a-clinical-disorder https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-10-18-us-legislators-blitzchung-ban-could-have-chilling-effect-on-free-speech https://www.theverge.com/2019/10/22/20927575/google-stadia-founders-edition-sold-out-premiere-edition-release-date The Outer Worlds launches October 25 for PS4, Xbox One, and PC. -Community Feedback/Pub talk Gavin Haltom "What's your take on CDPR slamming EA and Activision “What's a game you thought you'd like but actually hated? and vice versa?” Chris Archie --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Blizzard and the PS5 Highlights : Episud 7 (Beer & Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2019 42:53


After a few weeks away we return with a different kind of beverage to relay some of the biggest gaming related topics of September and October; hitting points from Blizzard all the way to Playstation 5 details. Come along with us on this journey of good friends, good drinks, and some good games! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Nintendo is back with exercise plans and Stadia looks bright : Episud 6 (Beer & Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2019 51:22


Loot Boxes and Gambling mechanics in the UK: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-09-12-electronic-arts-responds-to-dcms-calls-for-loot-box-regulation Nintendo you sly dog: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F1orju1NsN8 https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2019-09-09-nintendo-patent-shows-hinged-joy-con-design http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/09/patent_filed_for_new_nintendo_switch_vr_headset Gamestop has a plan: https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-09-11-gamestop-ps5-and-project-scarlett-wont-shut-us-out-with-digital-sales Stadia has a bright future: https://www.cnet.com/news/google-stadia-will-offer-game-trials-livestreaming-and-mod-support-vp-says/ https://www.pcgamer.com/stadia-will-offer-trials-of-its-service-and-games/ https://www.apple.com/apple-arcade/?&cid=arc-310-c-2065329503-ag-76288645396-ad-381807446116-k-kwd-349709206040&gclid=Cj0KCQjw2efrBRD3ARIsAEnt0ejA1hryKI-Xhw_wx1Wx5dd74sGhRQYdtywlXqz2iWesZt2i4Tsx1k8aAillEALw_wcB Community Feedback: Overwatch and Crossplay Nintendo and mobile games When will we get a new Mario Kart? Will we see more AAA games for Switch after Overwatch's arrival? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Remakes and Gambling in video games? : Episud 5 (Beer and Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2019 31:40


Fine Beverage Friday with your hosts Master Brandon and Master Cole. Astral Chain: Game of the Year? Maybe 2K supports gambling? https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-08-29-nba-2k20-trailer-sells-the-thrill-of-gambling-opinion YongYea: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=roddqD3Xqs0 PSplus games: Batman: Arkham Knight/Darksiders III Lion King and Aladdin Remake releasing October 29th https://www.polygon.com/2019/8/28/20836537/aladdin-lion-king-release-date-pc-ps4-switch-xbox-one-disney-classic-games-collection TellTale has a tale to tell https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-08-28-lcg-entertainment-relaunches-telltale-games-brand Join us next week for another exciting adventure! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Microsoft publishes outside the Xbox: Episud 4 (Beer & Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2019 41:38


Sorry for the delay in episuds! We've had a crazy summer, and a lot of change is still on the way. Hope you enjoy this summary of A LOT OF NEWS! Apex News: https://www.polygon.com/2019/8/19/20812983/apex-legends-respawn-forum-apology-vince-zampella-controversy-reddit Sony Buys Insomniac: https://kotaku.com/sony-buys-spider-man-developer-insomniac-games-1837378300 Microsoft on publishing outside of it's console:https://www.theverge.com/2019/8/21/20826296/microsoft-xbox-exclusives-nintendo-switch-ps4-no-plans-comment --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Game Stop has a positive view: Episud 3 (Beer & Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2019 29:01


Tonight's beer is Cherry Street’s Steppin Razor. It s a New England style IPA. New England style IPAs are characterized by citrus, juicy, floral notes with a more subtle piney hop taste. It makes for easy drinking, thus a second week in a row for this style. It’s getting warmer here in Georgia, and I like the sit back and sip kind of beers. Thanks to Gremlin Growlers for being the best spot in Fayetteville to find craft brews. Cherry Street Brewing can be found in Cumming, GA. 1. Ubisoft and the Notre Dame https://news.ubisoft.com/en-us/article/348227/supporting-notre-dame-de-paris https://www.businessinsider.com/notre-dame-fire-assassins-creed-maxime-durand-ubisoft-interview-2019-4 2. Game Stop has a positive plan https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-04-17-gamestop-offers-full-refunds-on-selected-games-returned-within-48-hours 3,Star Wars Jedi Fallen Order and the Basic White Guy https://www.pcgamer.com/star-wars-jedi-fallen-orders-protagonist-is-such-a-wasted-opportunity/ https://www.pcgamesn.com/star-wars-jedi-fallen-order/jedi-fallen-order-gameplay-dark-souls https://www.gamespot.com/articles/star-wars-jedi-fallen-order-writer-confirms-story-/1100-6466227/ 4. Is the XBOX ONE SAD? https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-04-16-xbox-one-s-all-digital-edition-launches-may-7 4. Nintendo Buzz with Brandon a. Saints Row the Third, May 10th b. Realm Royale leaked by Nintendo. c.Marvel Ultimate Alliance gets a release date, and isn't very direct about Joker. https://www.gameinformer.com/2019/04/16/marvel-ultimate-alliance-3-the-black-order-release-date-cover-art 5. Cole with the Playstation Pour a. PS5 https://www.wired.com/story/exclusive-sony-next-gen-console/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

Dragon Age 4 and Mortal Kombat 11 are coming: Episud 2 (Beer & Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2019 39:42


Tonight's beer: Positive Image from Printer’s Ale Manufacturing Co. here in Carrollton, GA. Gremlin Growlers, in Fayetteville, GA, just had a tap attack with them last night. Positive Image is a New England style IPA. Hoppy, mildly bitter, but smooth going down. The Gaming News 1. Sekiro brings up the old discussion of the "easy" mode. https://www.pcgamer.com/i-beat-sekiros-final-boss-with-cheats-and-i-feel-fine/ https://www.gameinformer.com/2019/04/08/god-of-war-director-believes-accessibility-doesnt-change-his-creative-vision 2. Cole's take on the rumored direction of Dragon Age 4 https://gamerant.com/dragon-age-4-anthem-rumors/ https://www.pcgamesn.com/dragon-age-4/leak The Nintendo Buzz with Brandon 1. Mortal Kombat 11 15.9GB download, only 6.5Gb on the actual cartridge. http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/04/mortal_kombat_11_day-one_patch_will_be_more_than_double_the_size_of_base_game_says_data_miner 2. Nintendo Direct Leak may have been wrong, but maybe just too early. 3. Catan, just for Shane. http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/04/classic_board_game_catan_settles_on_a_june_release_date_on_switch 4. Octopath Traveler Exclusivity ends https://www.polygon.com/2019/3/8/18256117/octopath-traveler-prequel-ios-android http://www.nintendolife.com/news/2019/04/octopath_travelers_switch_exclusivity_might_be_coming_to_an_end Cole with the Playstation Pour, we mean drip 1. PSN ID https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-04-10-psn-name-changes-launch-today --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

The First Sud: Episud 1 (Beer & Bits)

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2019 38:51


*Thank you for coming to the gamers' pub. We wanted to note that what you are about to hear was the first and earliest recording of this show. While we love that this show came to fruition, but jump to the most current episud. Things got better along the way, and this is more for historical purposes anyway.* Todays Beer: Hi-Wire Brewery, Asheville, NC Hop Circus, Tropical White IPA. Y'all, it's so good. Thanks to Gremlin Growlers for being the best beer lounge in town, keeping our crafty sud needs satisfied. Today we talk about: The Big Boys are in trouble? https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-04-05-microsoft-sony-and-nintendo-under-investigation-for-consumer-rights-violation Bioware Admits that things aren't healthy inside their walls. https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-04-04-bioware-acknowledges-workplace-production-problems-report Sony is changing the game, and hopefully impacts the industry as a whole for the better https://www.gamesindustry.biz/articles/2019-04-05-pre-order-refunds-could-force-publishers-to-shift-priorities-opinion Gaming news wrap up Did Call of Duty go too far with their app update? Cole gives his thoughts. The Nintendo Buzz with Brandon Seagull pooping on your face? New Switch models? Best Buy Leaks? The Playstation Pour with Cole Exclusives, no E3, interesting to see what's next? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thegamerspub/message

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