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BREAKING NEWS: Alien Fidget Spinners attacking stations in different systems! What are their intentions? Brian and I are both ill, so apologies for not sounding as clearly. Also, he's travelling and has bad internet connection, which affects how natural the conversations sound. I hope I fixed it with editing.If you like the show, please share it. If you have any thoughts, contact me through something like Twitter. I am always looking for feedback and thanks for those who shared their thoughts.Timestamps for the topics we discuss:0:00 - Elite: Dangerous and the Alien Fidget Spinner attacks16:33 - Fallout 4 VR 21:36 - Payday 2 VR33:27 - FIFA 18 and Microtransactions, lootbox backlash44:25 - Hitman 2016, Paris level free48:59 - New Superfast Internet50:16 - Steam Stops Accepting Bitcoin53:32 - Blade Runner 20491:00:57 - ConcludingSubscribe to the Combo:* Apple Podcasts: (Click Subscribe on the player above)* Subscribe to the RSS Feed: https://combo.salimbo.me/* Or get notified about new episodes posts through Twitter: https://twitter.com/thecombopodcastFollow Salimbo on Twitter: https://twitter.com/thesalimbo This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
https://salimbo.com/the-combo-podcast-monitors-drm-vr/SPIDERS WILL EAT YOUR FACE available on Amazon Prime Video now!UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B071GMFLYTUS: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071X5J5N2/Their social media:https://twitter.com/biglilweasel https://www.instagram.com/mikefallek/---In this episode, Bane discusses some latest VR trends, his need and desire for a high-refresh monitor, as well as his disgust for Facebook. Oh and he turns out to be a piracy advocate. ---Thank you for listening, find the show and articles on https://salimbo.com.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-combo-podcast/id991591581?mt=2RSS Feed: https://combo.salimbo.me/Or get notified when a new podcast is available (think RSS feed through Twitter): https://twitter.com/thecombopodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
https://salimbo.com/the-combo-podcast-were-going-mining/SPIDERS WILL EAT YOUR FACE available on Amazon Prime Video now!UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B071GMFLYTUS: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071X5J5N2/Their social media:https://twitter.com/biglilweasel https://www.instagram.com/mikefallek/---Catching up with E3 and the Rockstar/Take-Two's GTA 5 modding debacle. We also discuss Brian's new gaming rig and the absurd price increases of PC components in the US. Thank you for listening, find the show and articles on https://salimbo.com.Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-combo-podcast/id991591581?mt=2RSS Feed: https://combo.salimbo.me/Or get notified when a new podcast is available (think RSS feed through Twitter): https://twitter.com/thecombopodcast This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
A fantastic episode with Sean Wright and Maciek Strychalski of SMAC Games, the brothers who developed Tokyo 42 here in London.Tokyo 42 is perhaps one of the most unique titles of this year and recent memory, with a beautiful blend of game design, mechanics, and music.This episode is all about their experience developing the game; the difficulties they faced and the lessons they learned.It was an absolute pleasure to speak to them and I hope you find this episode informative and enjoyable.[Tokyo 42](http://tokyo42.com) is available on [Steam](http://store.steampowered.com/app/490450/Tokyo_42/) and Xbox One with a Playstation 4 release around July.Subscribe to the show on:* [Apple Podcasts](https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-combo-podcast/id991591581?mt=2)* Subscribe to the [RSS Feed](https://combo.salimbo.me/)* Or get notified of new episodes posts through [Twitter](https://twitter.com/thecombopodcast)Follow Salimbo on [Twitter](https://twitter.com/thesalimbo). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
Combo is back!We had a lot of things to catch-up on. The Mass Effect series, Shogun 2, Rise of the Tomb Raider and more. Lots of good discussions, and even came up with a solution to solve world hunger by pulling a few sliders.This episode was incredibly fun to make, so let me know if you enjoyed it. highoctanenerd's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRILarNoSLVRWuvucJbU2XAMy website: http://salimbo.me This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
A serious discussion on architecture and design in video games. The guest Simon (that's Dr Simon to you!) with a PhD in Architecture has a strong understanding and appreciation of the art. He has been fascinated by video game design in Deus Ex: Human Revolution, a game that really stands out with the attention to detail it pays to design. Simon's Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfLetycVqXRzJqKqAJIB6dQ?&ab_channel=sckchuiOutro music by @OutsetInitiativeFind me on SoundCloud, or my website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
http://salimbo.me/combo-podcast-6/Batman in Space - Pre-order Now!On this episode of the most famous podcast in the world, I get to talk to AK474000, an established individual in the PC Gaming community that overshadows the likes of "Jim Sterling" and "TotalBiscuit". We get his expert analysis and opinions on the recent events and news. It's an honour to have him on the show. Music by @outsetinitiativeThe game he's working on: http://punchcrab.tumblr.com/ This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
All the links on my website: http://salimbo.me/combo-podcast-5/Shownotes:I have the literally awesome Zeke on my show, you may know his music under the name of Outset Initiative or his brilliant Air Steam skin. An absolute pleasure to talk to somebody as talented as him and he discusses how he came to start his projects and where his work is headed.Find his music:SoundCloud: @outsetinitiativeLoudr: https://loudr.fm/artist/outset-initiative/ZvdveTwatter: https://twitter.com/outsetiniFind his Steam skin here.http://airforsteam.comOf course, you can find the podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, AND NOW TuneIn! We also upload the audio to YouTube.You don't have an excuse to not share it!Follow Salimbo or the Podcast on Twitter, links in my SoundCloud profile description. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
http://i.salimbo.me/b4fNThis week's guest is Highoctanenerd a cool up-and-coming Twitch streamer and Youtuber.We discuss more GTA V, Cities: Skylines with its new updates, Deus Ex: Human Revolution and even the AMD vs Nvidia drama. You can find Highoctanenerds creations on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/highoctanenerdTwitch: http://twitch.tv/highoctanenerdand YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRILarNoSLVRWuvucJbU2XA/feedFind the podcast on SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, AND NOW TuneIn! We also upload the audio to YouTube.Follow Salimbo or the Podcast on Twitter.ALL THE LINKS WILL BE ON MY WEBSITE This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
http://i.salimbo.me/b1WGSalimbo brings on a guest who he has met on Steam to discuss recent events but most importantly, The Witcher 3 which was released today. It's a bit of a free-flow discussion recorded over Skype as I wanted to be able to publish this episode quickly, so I apologise for the not-so-amazing quality. The Avengers Age of Ultron gets mentioned, and graphics cards amongst some other stuff.Find us on SoundCloud, iTunes, Stitcher, AND NOW TuneIn! We also upload the audio to YouTube.Follow Salimbo [@ thesalimbo] or the Podcast [@ thecombopodcast] on Twitter.Please leave a positive review on iTunes and spread the word about this podcast. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
http://i.salimbo.me/ax2MThis podcast started with us being tired… by the end we were even more tired and even less motivated. We discuss The Witcher 3, Game Dev Tycoon, LEGO: Star Wars, Toy Story 3 and are organising a riot. ALSO 60 FPS IS OBJECTIVELY BETTER THAN 30!Follow us on Twitter for updates on new podcasts. As usual, leave feedback as this is a new show and any feedback is very much appreciated. Our upload schedule is now every Monday at about 12 noon British Time. You can subscribe on iTunes and a 5* rating would help us get more exposure. You can subscribe directly through our RSS feed and find us on SoundCloud.If you are interested in football, check out my (Salimbo's) "Football Ramblings" focussed on the beautiful game. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games
Welcome the the inaugural pilot episode of the Combo Podcast. A show about PC Gaming and the culture and tech around it. Whilst all of the UK was busy following the royal birth, we were busy giving birth to this show - clearly more important for not just this nation but the world.This is shall be a weekly podcast containing discussions, news, as well as commentary on the industry as a whole.This week we discuss Grand Theft Auto V, Cities Skylines, Paid Modding, and Kerbal Space Program. If you want to know more, you can follow @thecombopodcast on Twitter or visit http://salimbo.me.Any feedback is appreciated especially since this is a pilot show which means we can amend the format in the future. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ramblings.games