ControllerIssues Podcast

  It's episode 62 and you've all been very good, so here's a very good banter for your ear holes! Gamer Dads Romeo & Arth Vader get together and throw down about all the latest movies and TV shows, movie trailers, Zombie content and game developments. Its like Christmas, recorded in April and delivered in May. Enjoy! TOPICS: The Walking Dead, Marvel, The Avengers, Doctor Strange, Ubisoft, Assassin's Creed, XBOX, Playstation, Far Cry 4, Halo, Planst Vs. Zombies, Fear the Walking Dead

Its that time again, true believers! Time for Romeo & Arth Vader to sit down and hash it up on their favorite games, movies, comics and beer. Sure we've been away but we're back (and sometimes front!) and ready to do that thang. Why not give a listen? C'mon, you know you want to…! It's our 60th Podcast Episode… Right Now! Topics: Arkham Asylum, Batman v Superman, The Walking Dead. Abe's Oddworld, Halo 5, Legendary, Skulls, Far Cry 4, Far Cry Primal, gaming news

The holidays are over and if you’re covered head-to-toe in Pre-War Power Armor, the world is over as well. But now is not the time for tears. It’s time to re-build! In our first cast of 2016, the boys go waist-deep into the radioactive harbor waters of Boston with Fallout 4. Join Arth Vader & Romeo as they discuss all things Fallout 4. It’s the all-Fallout review everyone is talking about–just ask us! So what are you waiting for, it’s 2016, grab your Fat Man and mix it up with your favorite Gamer Dads as we discuss post-apocalyptic Boston, it’ll be “wicked pissah!” TOPICS: Fallout 4, Bethesda, game sales, XBOX One, PS4,Black Friday, Boston, alien pistol, super mutant, ghouls, rad-x, Rad-away, Witcher 3, glitches, Pip-Boy, Vault-Tech, V.A.T.S., Dog-Meat, companion, power-amour, Brotherhood of Steel

Big companies create big games. Big companies distribute big games. And Big companies sell big games. But what about us, the everyday folks who are responsible for the game sales, who stands up for us? Controller Issues, that’s who! Tune in as Romeo & Arth express how they have had enough of the game industry’s shenanigans and propose what we con do about it. Plus, horror stories of game purchasing, Name That Game, Industry News and a enough rants and raves to make Jerry Springer proud. So what, you need an invitation? Jump in, the chat’s fine! Topics: XBOX, PS4, Mad Max, NFL, gamer advocacy, Best Buy, Gamestop, Amazon, target, the Witcher, Dads, Parenting, Kids, Controller, Name That Game, Industry news, Beer, Wankers

What did you do last weekend? No it’s not another schlocky slasher flick, it’s a legit question and the answer SHOULD have been, “I played the new Star Wars: Battlefront free Beta last weekend until I needed to be lowered into a vat of bacta!” That was what our two Padawan Dads were doing on XBOX Live this past weekend. The fun was fast and furious and they were day will be “…long remembered.” Romeo was so jazzed he felt strong enough to pull the ears off a Gundark.” So why not check out our podcast–this one dedicated exclusively to the Battlefront Beta? This podcast “is now the ultimate power in the universe.” Tired of the Star Wars quotes, then kick your hyper drive in to “…make the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs.” Episode 55: The Boys on Battlefront"

The face of home gaming changes so fast its hard to keep current with all the latest developments. These head-spinning changes make life tough for gamer Dads Arthur and Romeo.  In this episode, Romeo unveals a shocking secret and Arth Vader is dumbfounded. Plus they discuss some new–and classic–board games, along with industry news and Romeo tries to stump our favorite Sith Lord gamer buddy with a rousing round of Name That Game.  Also, Romeo shares his disdain for the chick flicks Titanic and The Notebook. Grab your mobile device because the boys are getting tactical. Podcast me! TOPICS: Battlestar Galactica, Risk, Destiny, Name That Game, Industry News, Zombies, mobile gaming, Apple, Microsoft, pet peeves, Destiny, Bungie, The Titanic, The Notebook

In our multi-faceted, interconnected world, multi-screen world, its only fitting that our beloved pastime becomes a multi-faceted outlet. With so many devices, the Gamer Dads Romeo and Arthur were destined to look beyond the console and into the face(s) of gaming diversity. Listen in as we discuss mobile games, alternative consoles, movers and shakers in the world of gaming. Its an episode riddled with insights and observations about the look of gaming on the go… and the devices–and companies–that shape the world to come. Oh, and of course there’s industry news, name that game and more. So what, you waiting for an invitation? Here it is-podcast now!   TOPICS: Name That Game, SONY, Nintendo, Angry Birds 2, Fallout Shelter, scary games, broken games, mobile gaming, iPhone 6, iOS, top industry companies, Chinese industry takeover, XBOX One, vault victims of Fallout 

This episode, gamer Dads Arthur & Romeo have the honor of chatting with industry legend, American author, gamer advocate, columnist, cosplayer and new mom, Genese Davis.    We discuss gaming, writing, creativity and the merits and challenges of being an author who balances the life of being a high-profile fantasy industry spokeswoman while being a parent. Its the episode with all the fixins. We also review news, trends and the emergence of a colossal Chinese gaming market. Its jokes, yokes and industry folks as only Controller Issues can deliver them. So, what are you waiting for… podcast NOW!     TOPICS: MMO’s, Console Gaming, Motherhood, parenting, Chinese gaming, board games, The Witcher 3, balance, Con life, kids, gaming culture ComiCon, Holder’s Dominion, author, writing, PC Gaming, Microsoft, Female moment in gaming 

Strange, often unexplained and fantastic conversations spring when new and dynamic figures suddenly appear. No. no. it’s not some secret military installation in Nevada, its Controller Issues Central where we explore the biggest mysteries of our age. Thankfully, our good friend Carl is on hand to help us navigate the week’s game-industry events, the educational effects of gaming on young minds and we determine if Star Wars is–or is not–science fiction. (What!?) It’s all-out geekery as three gamer Dads mix it up and get down with the funky sounds of nerd banter–heck, we even talk X-Files here–in the episode we just had to tag as… wait for it… Area 51. Boom. You’re welcome. Now slap those ear buds in, this podcast isn’t going to listen to itself.      TOPICS: Name That Game, Industry News, Star Wars, Metroid, Mario, Playstation. Microsoft, Halo, The X-Files, Steam, Consoles, Gamer. Parenting, Autism, education

Welcome to the new age, gamers and others, it’s the 50th Episode of Controller Issues podcast and we celebrate women in gaming.With three dynamic gamer girls (well, women actually) on hand, Gamer Dads Arth Vader & Romeo join our special guests in answering the age-old question “What is your most profound ‘female moment’ in gaming?” Its the long-awaited cross-gender gamer chat complete laughs, games, insights and news. So what are you waiting for, true believers? Jump in now, we promise, you’ll glad you did. Topics: Women in gaming, harassment, female moments in gaming, BOX, Zelda, Cortana, HALO, The Walking Dead, Superman v Batman, Deadpool, Marvel, DC, Batman, Clementine, Cosplayers, Comicon, SDCC Special thanks to our guests Grifs from the Infinite Respawn podcast, Lauren of One Point Shy and the talented gamer, comedian and voice actor Elinor. Ladies, you rock! 

Video Games have come a long way on 40 years–but now we ask, where are they going? What wins and/or challenges await these two Dad’s Favorite past time? Well its your lucky day true believer, because Romeo & Arth Vader get their future specs on, fire up the De Lorean and take a peek at the future of gaming on the horizon–and beyond. Its your chance to time travel right. Do the right thing and tune in. Now’s a good time…   

Well its that time again true believers, your favorite gamer Dads are at it again, running their yappers about gaming and comics. Yes, it’s the episode Arth Vader’s been waiting for and we’re about to put the ‘eek’ in Geek! It’s gamer-love on a pandemic scale as the fellas wax nostalgic about all things comic books in gaming. Maxim Carnage? Spawn? Arkham Knight? Lego Batman? That dear listener is just the tip of the tights and cape-wearing iceberg. So listen in as we go up-up-and away on the topic of comics and gaming.      TOPICS: Spider-Man, Marvel Comics, Maxim Carnage, Microsoft, SONY, Playstation, PS4. PS3, XBOX One, Lego Batman, DC comics, spawn, Image, TMNT, Batman Arkham Knight, Avengers

The world is a much better place (mostly) with launch of CD Projeckt Red’s massive open-world wonder called the The Witcher 3. Dragons. thugs,. Ghouls, the Undead, all your favorite macabre friends are here in one giant monster-sized mash-up. The Dads are here to make their thoughts known and share their ups their downs their highs and their WTFs as Dads Romeo and ArthVader dig deep in this special all–Witcher. So grab your Iron and your silver swords, drink some potions and saddle up on Roach and tune-in to Controller Issues #47, the All Witcher Review. C’mob, you know you wanna…     TOPICS: The Witcher 3, XBOX One, PS4, Sony, Microsoft, Gerald of Rivia, nine (9) sex scenes, motion capture, Name That Game: The Witcher Edition, Industry News 

As the dads enter into pre-E3 bliss, they take measure (and a few swigs of their favorite brews) of the year so far in gaming and of the prospect of awesome gaming bliss coming in the months ahead.  Marvel at the near-incoherent giddiness as Arth Vader gets his Marvel groove on with his near-drooling review of the Avengers; Age of Ultron. RomeoMeg (not to be outdone) lets fly with his swooning over all things E3, The Dark Knight Returns,  and the pending awesomeness of The Witcher 3.  Want more? You got it! We’ve got the week’s hottest gaming news, game trivia with the latest installment of Name That Game and more fun, laughs, belches and button mashing than you can shake a controller at. So, why are you still reading? Stick us in your ear—right now! It’s episode time, kiddies.  TOPICS: Avengers: Age of Ultron, Joss Whedon, James Spader, XBOX oNe, Batman: Arkham Knight, The Vig’s Mac and Cheese, teenagers, kids, dads, parenting, console gaming, The Dar Knight

This Episode, Star Wars takes center stage with our two Jedi Master Dads who are besides themselves with all the new Star Wars news. Sure, you’ve heard of our love for all things Star Wars, but with the release date for Battlefront and the new trailer for Star Wars Episode VII, its we can do to keep our Midichlorian count in check. There’s also industry News and some old memories dug up over all memories, before the dark times… before the empire. So grab your blaster and strap in as we make the jump to hyper space as we jibber-jabber like jaws. You’ll have a good feeling about this. Topics: Star Wars, Battlefront, Playstation, Industry News, Episode 7, The Force Awakens, The Witcher 3, The gamer gate, Dying Light, XBOX Live vs Playstation Network. 

Easter is a time for egg-laying rabbits, marshmallow chickens and secret eggs—easter eggs ingress are secrets the coders, developers and programmers left behind to make our gaming more awesome. So this episode (recorded Easter Sunday), the Dads go out and hunt down their favorite easter eggs and sinus gaming’s top Easter Eggs of all time. So grab a chocolate brew and get your hidden gaming fix. Its a free-for-all of tasty gaming goodness and you’re invited! So what are you waiting for? Lets go find those eggs–!      TOPICS: Gaming Easter Eggs, Dying Light, top Easter Eggs, Kevin Spcaey, a Free XBOX?, Romeo hates Halo, Microsoft, SONY, Playstation, Plants Vs Zombies, Zombies, Name That Game, Industry News

Whats better than two gamers drinking and chatting about games? Why four of course! Well when new friends and good brews are the order of the day, no distance is too great. That’s what the Dads at Controller Issues told themselves when they recently teamed up with East Coast (ish) co-podcasters Infinite Respawn. Art Vader & RomeoMeg Skyped it up hard with OakTree & Grif in an epic 90-minute beer-fueled gamer chat. While the recording isn’t the best, the conversation is. Its fun for all–give us a listen.      TOPICS: Introductions, Skyrim, Scotch, Beer, kids, parenting, favorite games, Fallout 3, gaming, Dying Light, Tie Fighter, I’m the reason daddy drinks, Halo, XBOX One, Technical Difficulties

Top of the storm drain to you, laddies (and lasses)! This episode, the Dads profess their love of gaming… just in time for St. Paddy’s day! Discussion of recent gaming experiences over a few tasty adult beverages, Romeo and Arth Vader re-cap recent news, yummy brews and their latest muse; namely Dying Light. Arth calls on the luck of the Irish and Romeo channels his cherished 4-leaf clover just in time to eat, drink and go full auto. You dare not miss this one true believers, with industry news and name that game, Controller Issues is your pot of gold at the end of ye olde rainbow. Jump in!  Topics: Dying Light, Halo, free-to-play games, CoD, St Patricks day, XBOX One, Playstation, Sony, Microsoft, Name that Game, Industry News, Dads, Parenting and Gaming

Have you ever wanted to put down the controller but you can’t/ Hey don’t fret, we’ve all been there. This episode, the Dads chat about gaming on games too hard to say no to. plus we discuss new games, old favorites and knock back a couple brews to hale make it all easier to swallow. Also, there’ industry news, name that game and Arth Vader’s ongoing nail biting during Dying Light. What’s not to love? Exactly, this way ladies and gentlemen, to Episode 41…     Topics: Dying Light, Zombies, XBOX One, PS3, PS4, Industry News, Women and gaming, Name That Game, Parenting, kids and gaming, beer, Pigs Meow, Next Gen

We made it! One year ago we started on a quest to create one year’s worth of video game podcasts centered around parenting—welcome to our 40th Episode, recorded live at the Pig’s Meow in Phoenix Arizona. We discuss one of our favorite topics: Zombies. Over beers and yummy gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches. Aside from a random zombie attack, what could go wrong? Join us as we pay tribute to Leonard Nimoy, and discuss our favorite undead video games. Jump in—we promise, unlike us, your brains will be safe.      Topics: A farewell to Leonard Nimoy, Dying Light, XBOX One, Sony, Microsoft, gaming, parenting, family, Undead Nightmare, Zombie Army Trilogy, Cod Zombies, The Last of Us, Titanfall, The walking Dead, image Comics, George R. Romero