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It's Mass Effect 3 release day and while "Taking Earth Back" sounds like a great idea, we can't stop talking about Binary Domain! Asura's Wrath and Alan Wake's American Nightmare also make the cut this week with some surprising opinions on both fronts. Assassin's Creed 3 and the Steambox rumors make headlines this week and we take some time to answer a few awesome questions from the community. Get ready, March Madness has begun! Podcast 261 - [download] Impressions: Binary Domain (Brad/David/Nick) Asura's Wrath (David) Alan Wake: American Nightmare (Nick) Gran Turismo 5 (Jack) Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Jack - @ThatEnglishDude Link Depository: Audible Impressions - Lumines: Electronic Symphony Vol.1 Audible Impressions - Asura's Wrath Vol. 1 This week's break music is: Diddy Kong Racing - "Shiva Nataraja" - Download Here Follow us on Twitter Fan us on Facebook

Brad & David sit down again to talk about Kara, Quantic Dream's newest tech demo. Also on the plate talks about Konami, Final Fantasy Tactics: War of the Lions Patch, and Tecmo. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Also Chick-fil-a was amazing loud this week, sorry about that. Recorded March 8th, 2012. Dinner Time 078 – Quantic Dream Thing - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT078-03.08.2012.mp3[/podcast] Credits: Xophen for the new Logo [Contribute Here]

Another Audible Impressions comes your way in the form of Asura's Wrath. David is joined by site writers Tim and Chris Davis to talk about the very Japanese game. How do they feel about the combat? The story? The game structure? How over-the-top is it? It's all discussed here in our newest feature on the site. 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 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Asuras-Wrath-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

NEW FEATURE ALERT! Welcome to the first episode of Audible Impressions! These bite sized shows will feature 30-minute conversations between two staff members about a single game. Rather than organize these in numerical order however, each game will contain volumes in order to allow us to return to the game for future episodes. David and Nick kick things off with their initial impressions of Lumines: Electronic Symphony on the Playstation Vita. Let us know your opinions on Lumines in the comments below and we will revisit them on the next volume! Enjoy! Lumines Electronic Symphony - Volume 1 - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/audible/AI-Lumines-ES-Vol1.mp3[/podcast]

It has been an exciting week following the release of the Playstation Vita! David and Nick share their initial impressions of the new hardware including some discussions of Uncharted: Golden Abyss and and Lumines. On the console front, the latest game from famed developer, Starbreeze, gets plenty of coverage while Brad returns to his beloved Twisted Metal once again. Podcast 260 - [download] Impressions: - Playstation Vita (Nick/David) - Uncharted Golden Abyss (Nick) - Lumines (David) - Touch My Katamari (David) - Syndicate (Nick/David) - Twisted Metal (Brad) - Cry of Fear (Jack) Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @RockLiao Jack - @ThatEnglishDude This week's break music is: Jet Set Radio - "Late Night Sneakin" - Download Here Follow us on Twitter Fan us on Facebook

If you can't handle the chicken. This week, Carlos joins David and Brad at Bush's Chicken to talk about Syndicate Co-Op, Starhawk, and Gotham City Imposters. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded February 29th, 2012. Dinner Time 077 – Stay Off the Box - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT077-02.29.2012.mp3[/podcast] Credits: Xophen for the new Logo [Contribute Here] Show NotesStar Wars Dance

Brad and I went to Chick-fil-a to talk about the new SSX, Binary Domain, and Voice Commands.... I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded February 23rd, 2012. Dinner Time 076 – Headset Issues - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT076-02.23.2012.mp3[/podcast]

Nick was in Houston the day after Valentine's so he and I sat down to talk about some games. He ordered a Salad. And the fried Shrimp Platter..... I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded February 15th, 2012. Dinner Time 075 – Nick Orders a Salad - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT075-02.15.2012.mp3[/podcast]

Forgive the late start to the show this week but a little pre-show analysis of Final Fantasy XII had to make the cut. Mike Pittman joins the crew in Davids absence to discuss the Starhawk beta and his excitement for Journey. Nick reveals all about Resident Evil Revelations and Brad continues to shower Twisted Metal with sweet nectar. On a rather odd note, the guys can't put their finger on it but something is missing from the recently released, Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning. Could it be it's soul? All that plus Far Cry 3, Sleeping Dogs, and Assassin's Creed 3 in this weeks episode! Don't miss it! Podcast 259 - [download] Impressions: - Resident Evil Revelations (Nick) - Starhawk (Mike/Brad) - Twisted Metal (Brad/Nick/Jack) - Kingdoms of Amalur (Mike/Nick) Link Depository: Gameranx Community Spotlight: An Interview with 4Player Podcast - [Link] Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad Mike - @mHidalgoPittman Jack - @ThatEnglishDude Support Mike and his band, Corporate Elvis! Like their faceb

This week on Dinner Time, Brad and David are joined by friend and Soul Calibur player Shane to talk about the new Soul Calibur game and how it's being received. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded February 14th, 2012. Dinner Time 074 – Soul Calibur Conversation - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT074-02.14.2012.mp3[/podcast]

This week on Dinner Time, Jack and David sit down to talk about the PC market, Jack's love for Demo Discs, and some other stuff. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded February 8th, 2012. Dinner Time 073 – Demos, PC Games, & Chicken Sandwich - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT073-02.06.2012.mp3[/podcast]

Happy Valentines from the team at 4Player! We sit down to record a day earlier than usual this week since Valentines plans and our upcoming Twisted Metal community event overlap our usual recording time. We touch on some of the finer points of The Darkness 2, Kingdoms of Amalur Reckoning, Resident Evil Revelations, and a game about stairs! We touch on Double Fine's latest endeavor and Brad awakens the darkness within Nick! It's starting to feel a lot like Valentines Day! Podcast 258 - [download] Impressions: - Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (Nick/Brad) - Resident Evil Revelations (Nick/David) - The Darkness 2 (Nick) - Darksiders (David) - SCP-087 (Nick/Jack/David) Discussions: - Circle Pad Pro Impressions - Double Fine's Kickstarter Initiative Link Depository: Gameranx Community Spotlight: An Interview with 4Player Podcast - [Link] Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @David4PP Jack - @ThatEnglishDude This week's break music is: Dark Cloud - "Moon Dust" - Download Here Follow u

Have you ever wondered if super powers exist in the real world? Why do these fantastical abilities not grace key members of society like they do in games and films? Well today we explain everything! Come for the wisdom and stay for the discussions of Twisted Metal, Chronicles of Riddick, and The Darkness 2! O yeah, there is also a fair amount of discussion about sausages and movie outtakes to be heard as well. Enjoy the show... you can thank us later! Podcast 257 - [download] Impressions: - Twisted Metal (Brad) - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Nick) {SPOILER WARNING for Skyrim & Oblivion} - L.A. Noire DLC (David) - Chronicles of Riddick: Escape from Butcher Bay Multiplayer (Brad) - The Darkness 2 (Nick / Jack) Discussions: - Super powers - Sausages - Rush Hour Outtakes Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @David4PP Jack - @ThatEnglishDude This week's break music is: The Legend of Zelda: Wind Waker - "Pirates of Dragon Roost Island" - Download Here Follow us on Twitter Fan us on

It's been more than six months since the last show. 2011 was a tough year for all us at 4pp. We struggled to find time during moving, life adjustments, and work. But now that we've had time to settle in, were looking to get back into the swing of things. So we're back with the Dinner Time Show. For the new episode this year, Brad and I sit down to talk about the PS Vita. We discuss sales in Japan, 3G, Smartphones, and Backward Compatibility. I apologize beforehand about my noisy eating habits. I will work on it for future shows. Recorded January 31st, 2012. Dinner Time 072 – Return of the Dinner Time - [download] [podcast]http://4playerpodcast.com/podcasts/dinnertime/DT072-01.31.2012.mp3[/podcast]

This week, we delve into unfamiliar territory by kicking things off with a semi-erotic game about crippled girls. I'm serious... Surprisingly, there is more to it than one might expect. David shares his Binding of Isaac misadventures and then opens up a whole new can of worms with his discussion of Skylanders. There is even some Twisted Metal discussion thrown in for good measure and Nick turns over a new leaf by telling Jokes... Podcast 256 - [download] Impressions: - Dark Souls (Nolan) - Katawa Shoujo (David) - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Brad) - The Binding of Isaac (David) - Twisted Metal Demo (Brad) - Skylanders (David/Jack) - Mario Kart 7 (David) Discussions: - Modding debate - Resident Evil 6 Demo Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @David4PP Jack - @ThatEnglishDude This week's break music is: Final Fantasy Tactics - "In Mem'ry of Sir Anthony" - Download Here Follow us on Twitter Fan us on Facebook

This week, 4PP jumps the shark (Well I hope not...)! Jack joins the group this week as we try our best to calmly discuss the recently announced Resident Evil 6. Capcom seems determined to split the loyal Resident Evil fan-base even further by fueling the identity crisis that started with Resident Evil 4. It's a tough conversation to have so feel free to leave your two cents in the comments. We talk some Dark Souls, Skyrim, and some Kingdoms of Amalur as well in the impressions segment. Be sure to subscribe to the show on iTunes if you haven't already because starting in February, the flood gates open and there will be a lot of new titles to play and discuss! Podcast 255 - [download] Impressions: - Dark Souls (Nolan) - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Brad/Nick/Nolan/Jack) - Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning Demo (Brad) - Final Fantasy VII (??) - Battlefield 3 (Nick) - Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D (Nick) - Professor Layton and the Unwound Future (Nick) Link Depository: 4PP 2012 Preview Show - [Link] 4PP 2011 Awar

Jack starts the show off strong with a guest rant about the developers of Amy. We discuss some pretty high-profile demos that hit Xbox Live this week including Azura's Wrath, the Darkness 2, and Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning. One of those titles sends us spiraling into a heated conversation about some of the more questionable marketing ploys of today's biggest publishers. Max Payne 3 and Batman both make into the news this week and we share some of the more entertaining results of our recent community survey. Podcast 254 - [download] Impressions: - Asura's Wrath (Demo) - Final Fantasy XIII-2 (Demo) - Kingdoms of Amalur: Reckoning (Demo) - The Darkness 2 (Demo) - Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim (Brad) - Escape Goat (Nolan) - Saint's Row 3 (Nolan) - Galgun (David) - Nin 2 Jump (Nolan) Link Depository: 4PP 2012 Preview Show - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 1 - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 2 - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 3 - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 4 - [Link] Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad

This...is...it! The Cocktail Time Top Ten Video Games of 2011! Get ready for some good discussion and some good surprises as Joseph, Bob and Chris Davis settle in and lay out their Top Ten Games from last year And this closes out the year...and sets us up for another year of great games and more, druken, podcasts about them. Thanks everyone for being with us this entire year and we look forward to what comes in 2012! [download] Add Cocktail Time on Facebook. Follow Joseph Christ on Twitter.

In the final chapter of our 2011 Award Shows, we cover our individual top 10 lists. These are the games that best represent 2011 and should be experienced by gamers across the board. We cover everything from Nin 2 Jump to Skyrim and everything in between. Join us for one last celebration of 2011, a terrific year for gaming, before jumping headlong into 2012! 2011 Award Show - Part 4 - [download] Link Depository: 4PP 2012 Preview Show - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 1 - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 2 - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 3 - [Link] Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @David4PP Nolan - @InfamousNolan Mike - @mHidalgoPittma The Break music from this episode are samples from the Bastion original soundtrack, one our main choices for best soundtrack of 2011! Follow us on Twitter Fan us on Facebook

We have passed the half-way point in our 2011 Award ceremony. In this episode, we top off our categories with some that reflect more on our personal tastes in games. We wrap up the show with our Number 11 award as a bridge into the final episode featuring our personal top 10 lists. The categories in this episode are as follows: Biggest Surprise Biggest Disappointment Best Game Nobody Played Best Game from Another Year Out of the Comfort Zone Worst Game Everyone Played Biggest Regret Guilty Pleasure Shameful Secret Number 11 Award 2011 Award Show - Part 3 - [download] Link Depository: 4PP 2012 Preview Show - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 1 - [Link] 4PP 2011 Award Show Part 2 - [Link] Follow Us on Twitter Nick - @Nickh0630 Brad - @FolderBrad David - @David4PP Nolan - @InfamousNolan Mike - @mHidalgoPittman Follow us on Twitter Fan us on Facebook