Episode 19: Hello… hello… hello…
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This week’s podcast features the following on-air personalities:
- Bob Somers - SteamPodcast.com
- Ramzy Bekheet - SteamPodcast.com
1337 C4T of Episode 19
This Week’s New Releases
All scores are from MetaCritic.
- The Settlers: Rise of an Empire - PC - 64% (4 reviews)
- Madden NFL 08 - PS3 - 81% (26 reviews)
- NBA Live 08 - Xbox 360, PS2 - 73% (10 reviews)
- Tiger Woods PGA Tour 08 - Xbox 360, PS3, DS, PS2, PC, Wii, PSP 81% (36 reviews)
- Brian Lara 2007 Pressure Play - PSP - 61% (4 reviews)
- Worms: Open Warfare 2 - DS, PSP - 81% (18 reviews)
- MX vs. ATV Unleashed - Xbox, PS2, PC, PSP - 80% (21 reviews)
- World in Conflict - Xbox 360, PC - 91% (24 reviews)
- Halo 3 - Xbox 360 - 94% (58 reviews)
- Fifa Soccer 08 - PS3, PS2, Xbox 360, PC, DS, PSP, Wii - 83% (9 reviews)
- Skate - Xbox 360, PS3 - 86% (30 reviews)
- Enemy Territory: Quake Wars - PC - 86% (20 reviews)
- Company of Heroes: Opposing Fronts - PC - 85% (9 reviews)
- Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix - PS3, PS2, Xbox 360, Wii, DS, PC, GBA, PSP - 68% (36 reviews)
- Stranglehold - PS3, Xbox 360, PC - 80% (48 reviews)
- MotoGP 07 - PS3, PS2, Xbox 360 - 76% (35 reviews)
- Stuntman Ignition - PS3, PS2, Xbox 360 - 76% (35 reviews)
The following news articles were discussed on the show:
It’s Official - The Halo Movie is Dead
It was on. Then it was off. Then it was back on again. Then it wasn’t. This is it though folks, straight from the horse’s mouth. A GamerNode writer got an interview with the director in which it was laid out crystal clear. The Halo movie project is dead.
Microsoft and Bungie Officially Disband
Bungie announced it was officially splitting away from Microsoft to become an independent, privately held developer, Bungie LLC. Microsoft will continue to retain a minority stake in Bungie and continue its long-standing publishing agreement with the company.
“While we are supporting Bungie’s desire to return to its independent roots, we will continue to invest in our Halo entertainment property with Bungie […]” said Shane Kim, corporate vice president of Microsoft Game Studios.
So, is the phrase “Halo entertainment property” another way of hinting at tons of Halo spin off’s? Time will tell.
Nintendo Offering Free Wiimote “Jackets” for Wii Owners
Perhaps an attempt to head off lawsuits before they gain any traction, Nintendo is shipping padded “jackets” with all new Wii systems and remotes. Current Wii owners can request free jackets for their Wiimotes through Nintendo’s website.
SCEE announces new 40GB PS3 to launch at €399 / $610 AUD
It’s official. Sony Computer Entertainment Europe has just announced a new 40GB PS3 which will launch in Europe for the price of €399. It will be available starting October 10th. As predicted, the new model features two USB 2.0 ports rather than four and no longer includes the multi memory card port. Strangely, the model also loses backwards compatibility support for PS2 games.
College Student Recreates Halo’s Zanzibar Map Using Legos
First of all, if you didn’t play with Legos when you were a kid, I pity you. Secondly, this is absolutely epic. The guy spent 2 years and thousands of dollars recreating every detail from the level into a massive Lego creation. Check out the video where he guides you through his work of art.
How Do You Know When You’ve Met Your Perfect Match? This is How…
This is the ultimate test guys. If your girlfriend says yes to this as your wedding cake, you know you’ve found the right one. Check out the show notes for a link to the picture.
Funny Videos
Wrap Up
Keep your fan mail, suggestions, and comments coming. The coolest email address on the net is still fans@steampodcast.com.
October 9th, 2007 at 3:06 am
Great show once again.
Just thought that i would let you know that i added you to stumble was a little surprised that you went already on it
http://www.stumbleupon.com/url/www.steampodcast.com/
October 9th, 2007 at 3:13 pm
good show hope the next one will be fixed and have a little more content but cant wait till the orange box comes out in like a day see ya online
October 9th, 2007 at 10:49 pm
The Orange Box gets releases in ONE HOUR! I dunno about you guys, but I’m really looking forward to playing Portal!
October 10th, 2007 at 10:30 am
its superb cant wait to finish them
October 12th, 2007 at 6:30 pm
well i beat portal on the first day and finished ep2 the next day and btw portal and ep2 are related and will tie in in ep3 (hint hint)
October 14th, 2007 at 9:13 am
Yeh there was that aperture thing in ep2. Great storyline, cant wait for the next release.
October 14th, 2007 at 6:42 pm
Now that TF2 is out with Orange Box, we should maybe set up another party.
October 14th, 2007 at 7:49 pm
THE SUPER MEGASON IV IS ON WIKIPEDIA!!!!11!!11!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Image:PSOne_Style_Famicom_Clone.jpg
October 15th, 2007 at 12:27 pm
a TF2 party would be cool
October 15th, 2007 at 3:30 pm
My clan have two UK based TF2 servers one 12 slot the other 20 slot. Theyre high tic but im not sure what pings would be like for you guys. Check em out if you liek neways, if pings are good we would be happy to host a party. IPs are on me site - www.kmgservers.co.uk
October 19th, 2007 at 10:25 pm
well next podcast is soon from what bob told me
December 3rd, 2007 at 10:01 pm
SPOILER ALERT DO NOT READ IF YOU DON’T WANT TO KNOW THE ENDING OF HALO 3!!!!!
Master Chief doesn’t die. after the credits he’s still alive, and in the legendary outro he comes upon a planet (and creepy music plays). although no idea what planet.
P.S. Wii sucks. only 3 good games on it
and COD4 is the best game in the world, with HL2 underneath it.
December 5th, 2007 at 10:49 pm
Bout time we had a new podcast.
December 26th, 2007 at 2:21 pm
Charter = Balls.
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