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We talk about video game history and various topics that we find interesting within the gaming industry.

Video Game Compendium


    • Oct 17, 2018 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 1h AVG DURATION
    • 12 EPISODES


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    VGC - Episode 12: Furi Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2018 44:20


    Today we will be talking about the game Furi. C will do an in depth analysis while I asks some questions about the game. Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgcompendium Facebook: https://facebook.com/vgcompendium Discord: https://discord.gg/hEhNxCw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vgcompendium

    VGC - Episode 11: 2017 Year in Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2018 66:23


    Today we are going to break down all the facts we can about gaming in 2017. We go over some sales figures, review numbers, and game titles that came out.  Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgcompendium Facebook: https://facebook.com/vgcompendium Discord: https://discord.gg/hEhNxCw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vgcompendium Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 10: Pokémon Trading Card Game (GBC)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2017 41:36


    Today we are going over the finer points of the Pokémon Trading Card Game for Game Boy Color. This was a great game that never gets the right amount of love or praise when Pokémon is brought up. We talk technical aspects, whodunit, as well as some random facts to keep things spicy. Let us know what you think. Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgcompendium Facebook: https://facebook.com/vgcompendium Discord: https://discord.gg/hEhNxCw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vgcompendium Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 9: Graphics Argument

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2017 55:03


    We love to argue and today we are arguing about gaming graphics, if they matter, frame rates, resolutions, and what it all means. Of course we get a little heated at times but we both know who was actually right in the conversation here. Chime in on social media or however you want to get in contact with us what you think. We love conversation. Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgcompendium Facebook: https://facebook.com/vgcompendium Discord: https://discord.gg/hEhNxCw Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/vgcompendium Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 8: Limited Run Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2017 59:39


    This episode will touch on Limited Run Games and some of the controversies they have ran into as of late. We also discuss some of the games we enjoy and the idea that the fact that they are limited creates a false sense of demand for the games. Being said we appreciate everything they do over there at Limited Run Games and support them fully! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vgcompendium Twitter: https://twitter.com/vgcompendium/ Discord: https://discord.gg/hEhNxCw Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 7: Video Game Titles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2017 55:42


    Today we will be talking about all sorts of video game titles. The best ones that we love and some of the ones we hate. Your favorite video game title was probably not mentioned here but listen anyway. Find us on Twitter https://twitter.com/vgcompendium/ Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 6: Lithtech (Monolith Productions)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2017 61:12


    Today Ian will be teaching us about Lithtech. The game engine that Monolith Productions has been making since the mid 90's and is still producing today. We go over some of the key players, dates, and games that are involved with this technology. Shogo, No One Lives Forever, and Fear are just a few examples we discuss. Find us on Twitter https://twitter.com/vgcompendium/ Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 5: Video Game Soundtracks

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2017 55:42


    In this episode we will be talking about soundtracks from various video games and the multiple different formats you can get them on. Ranging from CD, digital, to vinyl across most every game system. Reach out to us if we missed your favorite soundtrack.   Find us on Twitter https://twitter.com/vgcompendium/ Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 4: Region Coding

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2017 48:36


    Today we will be talking about the various region locking methods of all the major systems. This includes Sega, Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft systems. Plus all the major handhelds and what region locking they have. Find us on Twitter https://twitter.com/vgcompendium/ Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 3: E3 2017 Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2017 98:20


    In today's episode we talk about E3 2017 and give some opinions about it. Overall, we weren't too impressed but there were definitely some things that stood out above the rest. We talk about all the major keynotes such as Nintendo, Microsoft, Sony, EA, Ubisoft, and Bethesda. Let us know what you think! Intro music is Village of the Elders off Unlorja 2D by Journal. You can find them at www.facebook.com/journalofficial/

    VGC - Episode 2: Time As A Mechanic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2017 66:59


    Today we will be discussing time as a mechanic in video games. We discuss the different ways time is used such as Super Mario having an actual countdown timer or games like Catherine which have an invisible timer but instead limits your time in other ways. We discuss our favorite parts of these mechanics and some of our least favorite parts. Some NSFW language is used in this episode. Our intro music comes from the band Journal and can be found on facebook. It is off their Unlorja 2D album.

    VGC - Episode 1: Overrated Video Games

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2017 70:49


    In today's episode, we talk about video games we find overrated and the reasoning behind that. We also dive into the meta of games and why they are hard or not. We discuss some pretty popular games ranging from Dark Souls to Zelda so be careful!

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