Cheatcc's Video Game Podcast

Grand Theft Auto IV's final trailer is revealed and we discuss our opinions on the trailer of the very anticipated game. Is Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII the game we thought it would be or just a potential fill-in for things to come? More videogame movie news (and our sadness grows). On a final note, we examine our feelings on Bungie's generosity to the guy that lost his Xbox 360 with memorable Halo artwork.

Find out what we've been playing and loathing all at the same time. The obvious addiction in Japan is revealed. We take a look at the new Wii-proof television, the continued tradition in God of War Chains of Olympus, and the end of the DVD format wars. In the roundtable we explain the truth behind Microsoft Points and how the math calculates.

The delay on Super Smash Bros. Brawl breaks Amanda's heart but the announcement of GTA IV release date cheers up Adam. Uwe Boll squares off against his constant negative critique he receives from gamers about his videogame movies. AO rears its head once more as a possibility for GTA IV. We take a look at the clones of successful videogame franchises and the problems with over-saturation. In the roundtable we chat about the "plot-less" videogames that become movies, and whether it is Hollywood's fault or the games' themselves.

Lawsuit Central becomes an integral part of the show as we discuss the several lawsuits going on in the gaming industry. We also talk about a different version of Mass Effect we may not have played! The additions of some Star Wars characters to the Soul Calibur franchise are also debated. We discuss some of our New Year's resolutions as far as gaming is concerned. Wrapping things up this week we look at how consoles crossing over into other forms of media may be affecting the industry as a whole.

We're back! The new stance of presidential candidate Hilary Clinton on video games leads Information Download. The Nintendo Wii shortage and the rain check system also gets a deeper look, as well as Activision's decision to not allow the Guitar Hero 3 guitar to work on Rock Band on the PS3. We also talk about the tragic murder of a 7 year old by teenagers claiming that they were emulating Mortal Kombat. Finally, we take a look back at some of the big titles of 2007. Were there any titles missed during the award nominations?

Stalker tools on Xbox Live leads Information Download. We also have some news about the Wii catching cheaters, Bungie and Microsoft being sued, Rockstar and the BBFC battling it out, Ninja Party, and more. Are video games really violent? Should companies take the steps to remove the blood and other features from video games in specific regions? Should there be a revision to the ESRB?

Atari's possible shutdown leads Information Download. We also have some news about Microsoft's vision for their Xbox library becoming available on the Xbox 360, Singapore ban of Mass Effect, Parents having a new guide for games for their kids, the mono problems for Guitar Hero 3 on the Wii, and more. Is Mario more recognizable than the Canadian prime Minister? How is this affecting the world over? And are fictional characters easier to recognize than political figure heads?

Information Download: Teen hires a Hitman, No Wii with Hard Drive, Wii's TV Guide Channel, Microsoft's Parental Control, and more! We're kind of review-heavy this week with Guitar Hero 3, Manhunt 2, Call of Duty 4, and Cars Mater-National, followed by some other exciting games in Tuesday Traffic. In this week's Water Cooler we try to figure out if Hollywood has a leg to stand on for blaming video games for poor ticket sales!

On October 29th, 2007, the Podcast Crew began their weekly podcast. A whole day passed and we heard nothing from them. Upon further investigation, a horrid display was found at the recording studio; too much to describe here. This week's recording is all that we could find of the crew. It gives some insight as to what happened the night of the recording. Warning: The recording may be too much for younger audiences. Be advised.

Xbox 360 beating the Wii and other news make up this week's Information Download. Additionally hear about PS3 problems revealed, Valve upsetting Spain, Toshiba making two headlines, Army of Two being delayed, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at Tony Hawk's Proving Ground, Table Tennis, Fullmetal Alchemist Trading Card Game, Saints Row 2, and more. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler reveals the faults of EA's "one console future" theory - can it work?

Hear about the downloadable DS channel on this week's Information Download! Additionally, learn about the PS3's growth in Europe, Wii owners not playing, Microsoft's 'Home', Super Smash Bros. delay, and much more! In GameSpeak we take a look at The Orange Box, Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, Sega Rally Revo, and a couple of hands on previews for The Simpsons Game and Guitar Hero 3. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. Water Cooler: The Golden Age of Gaming - is it gone forever?

Bungie and Microsoft splitting leads this week's Information Download. Additionally hear about the Wii's new SKU, churches using Halo, the woes of the slim PSP, Rockstar's appeal, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at PGR4, Flatout Ultimate Carnage, NBA 2K8, and MLB Power Pros. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with the big question - Should there be licensed video games?

Halo 3 once again floods this week's Information Download. Additionally hear about the PS3's new SKU, The Wii Jacket, Metal Gear Solid 5?, Jack Thompson again! and much more. In GameSpeak, we take a look at Dewy's Adventure, Eternal Sonata, Warriors Orochi, and Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with the never ending debate - Graphics vs. Gameplay.

Halo 3 charges this week's Information Download. Additionally hear about Sony Home's delay, Resident Evil 5, Konami's Wii Fit, Gamestop going AO?, and much more. Hear about the Tokyo Game Show in Import Minutes! In Gamespeak we take a look at .hack//G.U. vol.3// Redemption, Singstar Amped, Halo 3 (of course!), and a little hands-on with Crash of the Titans. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with our favorite person - Jack Thompson.

Halo 3's ending leaks on the internet! Hear it on this week's Information Download. Additionally hear about Sony Home impressing some beta testers, Jack Thompson's tantrums, Live's security threat, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at Worms: Open Warfare 2, Kengo Legend of the 9, Bleach: The Blade of Fate, and talk about Halo 3. In Tuesday Traffic we look at Eternal Sonata and a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with gaming and parenting issues - Will there ever be peace between them?

Microsoft banishment of cheaters leads this week's Information Download. Hear about Ubisoft buying Lara Croft, Rock Band coming wired to your Xbox 360, Uncut Manhunt 2 leaked, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at Wild Arms 5, Naruto Uzamaki Chronicles 2, Moto GP, Left 4 Dead, and Gran Turismo 5. In Tuesday Traffic we look at Heavenly Sword and a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The roundtable deals with cheaters and what should be done with them, if anything at all...

Sony running out of $499 PS3 at the warehouse leads this week Information Download, along with the delay of Mercenaries 2, Sony throwing punches on Wikipedia, Manhunt 2's possible Holland release, and much more. In Gamespeak we take a look at Stranglehold, Blue Dragon, Warhawk, Stuntman: Ignition, and GRAW 2. This week's roundtable discussion is about advertisements in video games - Could the cost of next-gen titles be cut back to help gamers out?

Bioshock's moral dilemma leads this week's Information Download. Hear about Metal Gear Solid Online and MGS4 being the same game, Xbox's smoking wheel, Manhunt 2's new release date, and much more. In Gamespeak we take a look at BioShock, Two Worlds, etc. and in Tuesday Traffic we look at Blue Dragon, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Stuntman: Ignition. This week's roundtable discussion is about the horror genre in games and films. We also reveal some of our own fears...

Information Download: Jack Thompson clears his psyche evaluation, Blizzard dismisses WOW console rumors, BioShock's widescreen issues, and more! In Game Speak we take review Jeanne D'Arc and this week's biggest titles. This week's roundtable discusses the faults of each of the current consoles, ranging from the red ring issue to the lack of games.

Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodge Ball highlights Information Download this week, along with Rock Band's delay, the Wii's surprising sales figures, and more! In Game Speak we have hands-on impressions of Stranglehold, Beautiful Katamari, and Fatal Inertia. This week's roundtable discussion is about the future of gaming (with the possibility of a robot revolt thrown in for good measure!).