Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 24! Oddities of Gaming!

Back in the day, the idea of controlling a computer with a stick and a pair of buttons was pretty crazy. Once that became the norm, it was time for the game industry to begin a lifelong quest to out-crazy itself.

Join D and I as we look back at a handful of gaming's oddest titles, peripherals, and systems. Lots of Sega in there. Those guys are friggin' weird.

We may make a segment out of this. Hey, Let's Oddities! or something similar. If you want to hear more about the weird shit D and I have suffered in our gaming careers, drop us a line by commenting here or emailing us at heyletsvideogames at gmail dot com.

You could be the person who makes all the difference in the world. If that doesn't make you feel special, I'm sure some needy kids in Uganda will suffice.

-Mike

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Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 23! Ports to Starboard!

 A conversation about the XBLA ports of Monster World leads to a discussion about ports in general: what makes them worthwhile, different kinds of ports, and what kind of thought needs to go into a successful port.

We also dip into a new kuso-ge with Hey, Let's Bargain Bin! I should note that I have, as of this posting, put 25 hours into this game. It's not great. I'm just in love with the source material.

For those interested, here's a link to my 2012 playlist. If you like the idea of recording every game you play during a given year, I suggest you make your own. It's a fun and interesting way to keep track of your playing habits and remember exactly what you experienced when it's time for game of the year awards.


-Mike

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Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 22! Fly Like A G-Sick!

Happy Friday! Enjoy a quick visit with D and I as we battle illness and catch up on a variety of topics. Shinobi games! Trials Bullshit! Ninja research! Chia spread! It's all here. I would ask what else you could want, but I think we both know the answer to that.

-Mike

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Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 21! Review Review!

Welcome to episode 21! This is an exciting time for us. Join D and I as we discuss the merits of burgers with donuts for buns (thanks DougieDog!) as well as Trials: Evolution (fuck Trials) and the purpose of game reviews. Do we need them? What's the point of them in the Internet age? As usual, we flirt with relevance. You may enjoy (fuck Trials) how I keep going back to (fuck Trials) how pissed I am at Trials. Fuck Trials.

Enjoy!

-Mike

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Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 20! Capcom-On!

Capcom is my favorite game developer. From Mega Man 2 and Gun.Smoke up to (ugh) Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City, my history with Capcom is long and storied. Join us in this very special 20th episode celebration as we break down why Capcom was/is such a big player in the console and arcade markets. Mostly, I regale D with evidence of how Capcom extensively influenced the development of our beloved industry. You might learn a thing or two.

Enjoy.

-Mike

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Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 19! Meh!

Disappointment comes from time to time. It's part of being a gamer, especially one who allows himself to get hyped. That's why it's kind of a bummer that Resident Evil: Operation Raccoon City just didn't do it for me.

Hear all about it, plus some more SFxT talk, impressions of the Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo, and D's terrible bargain bin purchases. If I could get him to save up his money for a real game, we might get somewhere, but he seems to enjoy inflicting pain on himself every podcast.

-Mike

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Hey, Let's Videogames! Episode 18! Minutes to Midnight!

In keeping with my never ending love affair with the concept of hype, I force D to sit down and talk about the concept of midnight launches. Why do people go out to them just to save a few hours of time? What's the friggin' point? As a veteran of several launches on both sides of the counter, I give a few reasons why they're not a totally ridiculous concept. You may enjoy hearing them.

We also talk about a few games we're playing. D continues to play really crazy iPhone games, while I nut up and play some actual console games. Epic Sax Guy makes a brief appearance as well.

Yeah.

Vancouver Retro Game Expo is happening this weekend, so we'll be attending that. If you're there, maybe we'll see you. We have no plans on how we're going to identify ourselves so if I were you, I would keep an eye out for the most awkward looking people in the room. Just assume that that's us.

-Mike

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