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Brad, Tim and Ben discuss Xenoblade Chronicles, a Japanese RPG developed by Monolith Soft. They also take some diversions into RPGs at large, game reviews, and touch on other games. Xenoblade Chronicles - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Xenoblade-Chronicles-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

After weeks of planning and struggling to finish the concluding chapter of the Mass Effect trilogy, the crew come together to talk about the things they loved and things they hated about Bioware's supposed "finale." This is a full on spoilercast so if you have not yet finished Mass Effect 3, I would recommend waiting until after the credits have rolled to give this a listen. This is a controversial title and will likely be remembered as one of the most divisive games of this generation. Let us know what you thought about the game in the comments below! Mass Effect 3 - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Mass-Effect-3-Spoilercast.mp3[/podcast]

This weeks podcast is a real treat thanks to some unintentional racism and tales of homeless alcoholism! Carlos returns from across the border and struggles to remember how to podcast while Kris returns to share with us a fresh perspective on that sweet Dragon's Dogma demo! We also add in some discussion of a fresh new zombie title for good measure. Enjoy! Podcast 268 - [download] Impressions: Dragon's Dogma Demo (Nick/Brad/Kris) The Witcher 2 (Nick/Kris/Brad) Project Zomboid (Carlos) Ghost Recon: Future Soldier Beta (Carlos) Tribes Ascend (Carlos/Kris) Dictate the news we cover on the show by submitting news items to the 4Player Forums! Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Joseph - @TheJosephChrist Mike - @mHidalgoPittman Nolan - @InfamousNolan Kris - @InspectorKris Audible Impressions: (LOOK FOR AUDIBLE IMPRESSIONS ON ITUNES!) Audible Impressions - I Am Alive Audible Impressions - Silent Hill Downpour Vol. 1 This week's break music is a sample from: Suikoden - 'D

Here is the first episode of Cocktail Time Live! This show was recorded live on the live channel Sunday night. If you missed it, here is the entire show and an audio version as well to take on your travels. In this Episode Joseph, Nick and Bob discussed The Witcher 2, Anomaly Warzone Earth, The Legend of Grimrock, Magicka, I am Alive, Bob's quest for frozen drinks and more! Live Show: Audio:Download [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/cocktailtime/CocktailTimeLive-20120422.mp3[/podcast] Follow Joseph Christ on Twitter.

This week's podcast kicks off with a beautiful rendition of "Butterfly in the Sky" courtesy of Mike. From that point on, the stage is set for some pretty exciting discussions. We take some time to delve into newer titles like Fez and the newly released Xbox 360 version of The Witcher 2. Mike takes us back to 2011 and allows us to revisit games like Arkham City and Resistance 3 as well. We briefly revisit the Captivate news from last week and pull hot news items directly from the community in the second segment! VIDEO GAMES!!! Podcast 267 - [download] Impressions: Fez (Brad) Sword and Sworcery (Brad) The Legend of Grimrock (Brad) Batman: Arkham City (Mike) Resistance 3 (Mike) The Witcher 2 (Nick) The Witcher (Brad) I Am Alive (Nick/Brad) Dictate the news we cover on the show by submitting news items to the 4Player Forums! Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Joseph - @TheJosephChrist Mike - @mHidalgoPittman Nolan - @InfamousNolan Audible Impressions: (LOOK FOR AUDIBLE

Nick and Brad reflect upon their experiences with "I Am Alive", a downloadable adventure/platformer from Ubisoft Shanghai. They discuss the game's troubled history, its similarity to survival horror, and the mechanics that make this one of the most memorable games of 2012 so far. There are some minor spoilers near the end of the show (See spoiler warning time stamps below) but any fan of platforming or survival-horror will want to give this a listen. Look for a possible volume 2 in the near future with Nolan to discuss the differences in "Hardcore" difficulty. **SPOILER WARNING: 28:20 - 31:40** I Am Alive - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-I-Am-Alive-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

After a weekend at PAX East, the crew reflects back on the show and gives Brad and Nick a chance to chime in on some of the more noteworthy titles such as Hitman, Dragons Dogma, and Monaco. Capcom held their annual press event, Captivate early in the week and used it as a venue to debut new Resident Evil 6 and Devil May Cry details as well as a rather surprising announcement for Lost Planet 3. As you may have guessed, there is a lot to say about the announcements and some of it has to do with Volcanoes. Don't forget to check out our most recent episodes of Audible Impressions for additional thoughts on Silent Hill Downpour and Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City! Podcast 266 - [download] Impressions: Xenoblade Chronicles (Nick/Brad) Hitman Absolution (PAX - David/Brad/Nick) Dragon's Dogma (PAX - David/Brad/Nick) Monaco (David/Brad) Touch My Katamari (Nick) Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Joseph - @TheJosephChrist Nolan - @InfamousNolan Audible Impressions: (LOOK

Brad & David have a sit down to talk about a bunch of stuff from Captivate, including Lost Planet 3, Resident Evil 6, Dragon's Dogma. Also a discussion about the future of Nintendo and Capcom. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded April 11th, 2012. Dinner Time 082 – Blizzard in DQ & LP3 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT082-04.11.2012.mp3[/podcast] Credits: Xophen for the new Logo [Contribute Here] Show Notes

A new player has entered the arena! Kris joins the crew this week to continue the discussions around Mass Effect 3 and Journey. Brad expresses his opinions on the upcoming RPG, Xenoblade Chronicles, a game that is reinvigorating the western interest in JRPGs. The first segment features Kid Icarus Uprising, Kingdoms of Amalur, Closure, The Silent Hill HD Collection and more! In the news, we review the details surrounding a new game announcement from Suda 51 and some potentially devastating rumors about the next generation of consoles. Don't forget to check out our most recent episodes of Audible Impressions for additional thoughts on Silent Hill Downpour, Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City, and Blades of Time(Links below)! Podcast 265 - [download] Impressions: Xenoblade Chronicles (Brad) Mass Effect 3 (Kris/Brad/David/Nick) Journey (Nick/Kris/Brad) Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (Kris) The Darkness 2 (Kris) The Devil May Cry HD Collection (Nick) The Silent Hill HD Collection (Nick) Kid Icarus Uprising (Davi

This week we kick things off in our new HQ with an exciting 3-man show! David is off in Washington but Mike joins Brad and Nick to talk about everything from Silent Hill Downpour to the controversy surrounding Mass Effect 3 to the difference between Muffins and Cupcakes! Other topics of discussion include the rumored imminent demise of Prey 2, studio closures, and something called Meat Cobbler... It's a fun show for all involved so crack open a cold one (soft drinks for all you minors out there!) and enjoy! Don't forget to download this weeks episodes of Audible Impressions for additional impressions on Silent Hill, Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City, and Blades of Time(Links below)! Podcast 264 - [download] Impressions: Silent Hill Downpour (Nick) Mass Effect 3 (Mike/Brad/Nick) Cry of Fear (Brad) Journey (Mike/Brad) **SPOILER WARNING** - 27:00 - 45:00 Our Mass Effect 3 Discussion does contain minor spoilers. Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Jack - @ThatEnglishDu

David & Chris Davis have a dinner at Mighty Fine Burger to talk about they don't like high fantasy. Also on the plate, Mass Effect, Star Wars, and Space Marine. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded March 21st, 2012. Dinner Time 081 – Not So Big into High Fantasy - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT081-03.21.2012.mp3[/podcast] Credits: Xophen for the new Logo [Contribute Here] Show Notes

Nick and Bob reflect on their experiences with Silent Hill Downpour, the latest western-developed entry in the cult-franchise. They discuss the reasons why they feel the game is deserving of praise as well as the reasons that the game is not quite as noteworthy as it could be. Is the combat finally improved? Is it spooky? Does it feel like a Silent Hill game should? All of these questions are addressed without any story specific spoilers! Look for volume 2 in a couple weeks to hear our spoiler-filled discussion! Silent Hill Downpour - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Silent-Hill-Downpour-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

Tim and David discuss the high points and low points for the multiplayer iteration in the Resident Evil franchise. Is there any reason to play this game? Are there any redeeming qualities? How about the RE Lore? It's all for you here. Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-RE-ORC-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

It's a controversial week for gaming as two highly anticipated sequels debut with new developers at the helm. David expresses his reluctant appreciation for Resident Evil Operation Raccoon City while Nick stands in defense of Silent Hill Downpour, a game that he touts as one of the best sequels in the series recent history. Of course, it wouldn't be 4PP without some ridiculous tangents involving philosophical masturbation and Peter Molyneux. Oh, and Nick get's slapped! Don't forget to subscribe and download the newly launched "Audible Impressions" podcast for additional game impressions (Links below)! Podcast 263 - [download] Impressions: Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City (David) Mass Effect 3: From Ashes DLC (Brad) Silent Hill Downpour (Nick/Jack) Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Jack - @ThatEnglishDude Nolan - @InfamousNolan Audible Impressions: (LOOK FOR AUDIBLE IMPRESSIONS ON ITUNES!) Audible Impressions - Sine Mora Vol.1 Audible Impressions - Binary Domain

Brad and David sit down to have a serious conversation about Ninja Gaiden, their lack of time playing games, and the decisions they have to make. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded March 21st, 2012. Dinner Time 080 – Never Enough Time - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT080-03.21.2012.mp3[/podcast] Credits: Xophen for the new Logo [Contribute Here] Show Notes

With day one impressions, Joseph and David sit down to talk about their feelings about the new 2D shooter from Digital Reality and Grasshopper Manufacture. It's definitely a departure from normal shooters but does it do enough to make it worth your while? And what's this talk about a story? Sine Mora: Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Sine-Mora-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

Get ready for a 5-player Mass Effect 3 extravaganza! Nolan joins the crew on Spring Break to weigh in on Mass Effect 3 and things get a little our of control. Jack shares his surprising opinion about Journey, the latest visual masterpiece from ThatGameCompany and Brad and Nick show their support for the long overdue survival title, I Am Alive. Impressions go on a little long this week but with so many games to discuss, who cares!? Don't forget to check out this week's Audible Impressions episodes to hear opinions on Blades of Time, Asura's Wrath, and Assassin's Creed III! Podcast 262 - [download] Impressions: Mass Effect 3 (Nick/David/Brad/Nolan/Jack) Journey (Jack/David/Brad) I Am Alive (Brad/Nick/David) Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Jack - @ThatEnglishDude Nolan - @InfamousNolan Audible Impressions: (LOOK FOR AUDIBLE IMPRESSIONS ON ITUNES!) Audible Impressions - Asura's Wrath Vol.2 Audible Impressions - Assassin's Creed III Vol. 0 Audible Impressions - Bl

Brad, Jack, & David sit down and talk about Binary Domain & Yakuza: Dead Souls, Two games made by the same developer but with completely different theories in shooter controls. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Also Freddie's Hamburges was amazing noisy this week, sorry about that. Recorded March 15th, 2012. Dinner Time 079 – A Tale of Two Shooters - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT079-03.15.2012.mp3[/podcast] Credits: Xophen for the new Logo

Bob and David sit down this fine morning to talk about the surprisingly good Blades of Time. Are we serious? Why is it so good? Come find out! Blades of Time - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Blades-of-Time-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

Tim joins David to wrap up his impression about a pretty divided game. Are they more positive now that he's finished the game? Does the story make sense? Feel free to chime in on your opinions on Asura's in the comments below and we will revisit them on the next volume! Enjoy! Asura's Wrath - Volume 2 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Asuras-Wrath-Vol2.mp3[/podcast] Don't forget to check out Asura's Wrath - Volume 1