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Drop Bear Gaming yes Drop Bear Gaming podcast@dropbeargaming.com podcast@dropbeargaming.com (Drop Bear Gaming) Looking at the video game industry from an Australian perspective! xbox,playstation,ps3,sony,microsoft,video,games,gaming,dropbear,australian,nintendo,gamers http://www.dropbeargaming.com/images/rss.jpg http://www.dropbeargaming.com Australia http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/05/episode-44-vita-and-pizza/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/05/episode-44-vita-and-pizza/#comments Sun, 05 May 2013 03:10:24 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=4595 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/05/episode-44-vita-and-pizza/feed/ 2 On this podcast episode it's just Matt and Susie again as they discuss Vita games, Star Trek: The Video Game, Mortal Kombat, GTA V, the new Xbox announcement and pizza! We also talk about PAX Australia and EB Expo a little bit as both events creep clos... On this podcast episode it's just Matt and Susie again as they discuss Vita games, Star Trek: The Video Game, Mortal Kombat, GTA V, the new Xbox announcement and pizza! We also talk about PAX Australia and EB Expo a little bit as both events creep closer. As a special something to our loyal listeners Matt has a copy of Injustice: Gods Among Us for PS3 to give away as well this week so get involved! Drop Bear Gaming no 53:06 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/04/episode-43-susie-and-matt-have-a-chat/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/04/episode-43-susie-and-matt-have-a-chat/#comments Mon, 08 Apr 2013 08:34:41 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=4431 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/04/episode-43-susie-and-matt-have-a-chat/feed/ 2 On this episode we are missing two of the regular crew, so Susie and Matt decided to just have a bit of a friendly chat about what's been happening lately. Susie talks about PathPix, Matt talks about a little bit about Bioshock Infinite, On this episode we are missing two of the regular crew, so Susie and Matt decided to just have a bit of a friendly chat about what's been happening lately. Susie talks about PathPix, Matt talks about a little bit about Bioshock Infinite, then they have a grand old chat about the death of LucasArts, the cost of AAA video games in the industry, the Supanova pop culture convention and it's expensive autographed photo prices and a bunch of other random stuff. Enjoy! Drop Bear Gaming no 53:47 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/03/episode-42-the-return/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/03/episode-42-the-return/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2013 08:10:41 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=4274 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/03/episode-42-the-return/feed/ 0 The crew have finally managed to get together to record another podcast episode, our first official episode for 2013 in fact! We talk about a bunch of different games that we have been playing since we last talked, The crew have finally managed to get together to record another podcast episode, our first official episode for 2013 in fact! We talk about a bunch of different games that we have been playing since we last talked, as well as the usual derailments that our regular listeners will have come to expect. We finish out the podcast with a discussion about Sim City and EA which eventually gets derailed as well to keep the theme. If you have and questions you would like to ask us, or topics you'd like us to talk about on the show then feel free to contact us by either emailing or commenting below. Also don't forget to subscribe to the podcast in iTunes and tell your friends about it! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:23:15 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/01/episode-41-better-late-than-never/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/01/episode-41-better-late-than-never/#comments Wed, 09 Jan 2013 11:44:24 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=4129 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2013/01/episode-41-better-late-than-never/feed/ 0 Episode 41 is finally here after recording it before Christmas (sorry guys) with our discussions about what we've been playing, the THQ bankruptcy news, and of course our GOTY discussion for 2012. There were a lot of excellent games in 2012 so check ou... Episode 41 is finally here after recording it before Christmas (sorry guys) with our discussions about what we've been playing, the THQ bankruptcy news, and of course our GOTY discussion for 2012. There were a lot of excellent games in 2012 so check out what were our picks out of the lot. Let us know what your favourite games of 2012 were! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:37:38 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/11/episode-40-moist-wanted/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/11/episode-40-moist-wanted/#comments Sat, 17 Nov 2012 06:19:18 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=4122 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/11/episode-40-moist-wanted/feed/ 3 On this week's episode we have heaps to talk about including Matt's new PS3, Halo 4, Black Ops 2, Assassin's Creed 3, the new Need For Speed Most Wanted from Criterion and the general banter between the crew. On this week's episode we have heaps to talk about including Matt's new PS3, Halo 4, Black Ops 2, Assassin's Creed 3, the new Need For Speed Most Wanted from Criterion and the general banter between the crew. We also discuss the Aussie games industry for a little while on the back of the latest funding announcing from the federal government. Oh and don't forget the many random inappropriate jokes and tangential subject changes! Sit back, listen, and enjoy our latest episode! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:21:08 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/11/episode-39-drop-topic-gaming/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/11/episode-39-drop-topic-gaming/#comments Tue, 06 Nov 2012 09:51:16 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=4090 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/11/episode-39-drop-topic-gaming/feed/ 0 This week on the show we discuss a heap of new games including Medal Of Honor Warfighter, Unfinished Swan, Assassin's Creed 3: Liberation, Dance Central 3 and more. This week on the show we discuss a heap of new games including Medal Of Honor Warfighter, Unfinished Swan, Assassin's Creed 3: Liberation, Dance Central 3 and more. Drop Bear Gaming no 1:07:31 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/10/episode-38-punting-kittens-at-eb-expo/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/10/episode-38-punting-kittens-at-eb-expo/#comments Fri, 12 Oct 2012 07:06:35 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3972 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/10/episode-38-punting-kittens-at-eb-expo/feed/ 0 Borderlands 2,EB Expo,EB Expo 2012,EBX2012 We are back once again for another episode of the DBG podcast and you are in luck because we have a full crew! Lucas is back in the hosting seat this week as we discuss Borderlands 2 and then a thorough breakdown of the EB Expo by Matt, We are back once again for another episode of the DBG podcast and you are in luck because we have a full crew! Lucas is back in the hosting seat this week as we discuss Borderlands 2 and then a thorough breakdown of the EB Expo by Matt, complete with constant interruptions by the others to crack jokes. Tune in and listen as Matt get's increasingly frustrated! Also have a listen to the interviews Matt did at the show with Ben Seccombe from 2K Games, Rebecca Rice from Sony Computer Entertainment Australia, Joel Graham from Warner Bros, and Omar Kendall the Creative Director behind PlayStation All Stars Battle Royale. Enjoy the show! You can find the Geek Bomb panel here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FHHlpUiTd9U Drop Bear Gaming no 1:33:36 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/09/episode-37-always-run-away/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/09/episode-37-always-run-away/#comments Tue, 25 Sep 2012 09:34:42 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3907 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/09/episode-37-always-run-away/feed/ 0 On this episode we are missing Lucas again so Matt, Susie, and Tim discuss video game movie adaptations, Darksiders 2, Machinarium, Zen Pinball 2, Battlefied 3's new Armored Kill DLC and a bunch of other games as well as the new PS3 model, Wii U and more! On this episode we are missing Lucas again so Matt, Susie, and Tim discuss video game movie adaptations, Darksiders 2, Machinarium, Zen Pinball 2, Battlefied 3's new Armored Kill DLC and a bunch of other games as well as the new PS3 model, Wii U and more! Drop Bear Gaming no 53:09 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/08/episode-36-its-a-thing/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/08/episode-36-its-a-thing/#comments Sun, 26 Aug 2012 01:53:09 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3898 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/08/episode-36-its-a-thing/feed/ 0 Matt, Susie and Tim are finally together again to record a fresh episode for you all. They discuss a lot of games including Battlefield 3, Sound Shapes, Lego Batman 2 and much more including a big discussion about the new PSN title Papo & Yo. Matt, Susie and Tim are finally together again to record a fresh episode for you all. They discuss a lot of games including Battlefield 3, Sound Shapes, Lego Batman 2 and much more including a big discussion about the new PSN title Papo & Yo. They also discuss some of the new announcements that came out of Gamescom and just generally have a friendly chat since it's been so long since we recorded last. Killzone Mercenary trailer http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W38ycjEvZQw Call of Duty: Black Ops Declassified trailer http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jHIh4qn8xO8 Drop Bear Gaming yes 1:02:35 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/07/episode-35-ay-you/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/07/episode-35-ay-you/#comments Sun, 22 Jul 2012 06:51:10 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3792 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/07/episode-35-ay-you/feed/ 0 On the latest episode of the DBG podcast Matt, Lucas and Tim discuss the Kickstarter phenomenon which is the Ouya Android-powered console, Steam Sales, and much more. Check it out and join the conversation in the comments below! On the latest episode of the DBG podcast Matt, Lucas and Tim discuss the Kickstarter phenomenon which is the Ouya Android-powered console, Steam Sales, and much more. Check it out and join the conversation in the comments below! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:03:36 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/06/episode-34-horse-crash-override/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/06/episode-34-horse-crash-override/#comments Thu, 21 Jun 2012 10:14:56 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3620 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/06/episode-34-horse-crash-override/feed/ 0 gravity rush,lollipop chainsaw,Podcast Susie has taken over the hosting duties this week for possibly our best episode ever as we bring together the full team including Lucas, Matt and Tim, and are joined by a very special guest. Josh from Garage Gamers joined us for our conversation about ... Susie has taken over the hosting duties this week for possibly our best episode ever as we bring together the full team including Lucas, Matt and Tim, and are joined by a very special guest. Josh from Garage Gamers joined us for our conversation about such topics as Lollipop Chainsaw, Gravity Rush on the Vita, the Humble Indie Bundle, horses, Gears of War and much more. Check it out and be entertained! The Humble Indie Bundle site can be found here. The last bundle sale is currently finished but there is likely to be a new one very soon so keep your eyes peeled and we will let you all know on Drop Bear Gaming. The Indie Gala website can be found here. Drop Bear Gaming no 1:00:50 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/06/episode-33-e3-rundown/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/06/episode-33-e3-rundown/#comments Fri, 15 Jun 2012 06:50:27 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3615 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/06/episode-33-e3-rundown/feed/ 0 E3 2012,wii Join Matt, Susie, and Tim as they discuss their thoughts on the 2012 E3 announcements, reveals, and more. Join Matt, Susie, and Tim as they discuss their thoughts on the 2012 E3 announcements, reveals, and more. Drop Bear Gaming no 1:24:58 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-32-pre-e3-bonanza/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-32-pre-e3-bonanza/#comments Mon, 28 May 2012 11:47:30 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3421 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-32-pre-e3-bonanza/feed/ 0 E3 2012,Podcast The whole crew are finally back together this week with Lucas, Tim, and Susie all joining Matt. They discuss what they have been up to and then unfortunately as soon as they begin their discussion about E3 predictions technical issues hit and interrupt. The whole crew are finally back together this week with Lucas, Tim, and Susie all joining Matt. They discuss what they have been up to and then unfortunately as soon as they begin their discussion about E3 predictions technical issues hit and interrupt. The second half of the podcast has Lucas and Matt continuning the E3 predictions conversation by themselves. Check out the show and let us know what you think, and we hope you have a laugh and enjoy it! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:17:05 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-31-i-had-the-tim-of-my-life/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-31-i-had-the-tim-of-my-life/#comments Tue, 15 May 2012 09:50:38 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3398 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-31-i-had-the-tim-of-my-life/feed/ 0 This week Tim has a crack at hosting while he is joined by Susie and Matt for some discussions about Black Ops 2, God of War multiplayer, PlayStation All-Stars, The Unfinished Swan, Kickstarter and much more. - This week Tim has a crack at hosting while he is joined by Susie and Matt for some discussions about Black Ops 2, God of War multiplayer, PlayStation All-Stars, The Unfinished Swan, Kickstarter and much more. The Unfinished Swan video - http://giantsparrow.com/games/swan/ Drop Bear Gaming no 1:14:39 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-30-its-a-turkish-hat/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-30-its-a-turkish-hat/#comments Tue, 01 May 2012 14:26:57 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3378 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/05/episode-30-its-a-turkish-hat/feed/ 0 Matt, Susie and Tim have a lot of fun on this week's episode of the DBG podcast while discussing a multitude of stuff. After a bit of a wildly random introduction they discuss the new XBLA title Fez, the announcement of God Of War: Ascension, Matt, Susie and Tim have a lot of fun on this week's episode of the DBG podcast while discussing a multitude of stuff. After a bit of a wildly random introduction they discuss the new XBLA title Fez, the announcement of God Of War: Ascension, the Supanova Expo on the Gold Coast, Ghost Recon: Future Soldier beta and more! Here is the picture of Matt from the Supanova Expo with Darth Vader and Boba Fett! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:10:44 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/04/episode-29-drop-bear-hill-hd/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/04/episode-29-drop-bear-hill-hd/#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2012 06:24:45 +0000 Susie http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3266 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/04/episode-29-drop-bear-hill-hd/feed/ 0 Alan Wake,David Lynch,Deadly Premonition,Fatal Frame,Left 4 Dead,Project Zero,Silent Hill 2,Silent Hill 3,Silent Hill HD,Stephen King,Survival Horror,Twin Peaks On episode 29 of the Drop Bear Gaming podcast, Susie puts on her hosting hat and we discuss the recent release of the Silent Hill HD collection and have a discussion about the horror genre in games.  Tim had some time to play a bit of Silent Hill HD an... On episode 29 of the Drop Bear Gaming podcast, Susie puts on her hosting hat and we discuss the recent release of the Silent Hill HD collection and have a discussion about the horror genre in games.  Tim had some time to play a bit of Silent Hill HD and tells Lucas and Susie about it. In a nutshell we discuss ghosts, zombies, psychological threats and even just a creepy atmosphere in a game.  We also get to talk a little bit about David Lynch - yay! Drop Bear Gaming no 1:08:11 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/03/episode-28-a-drop-bear-journey/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/03/episode-28-a-drop-bear-journey/#comments Tue, 27 Mar 2012 08:54:43 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3249 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/03/episode-28-a-drop-bear-journey/feed/ 1 Dungeon Village,Journey,Kairosoft,Thatgamecompany,Uncharted,Uncharted: Golden Abyss We are back with another podcast episode, this time without Lucas unfortunately but Matt, Susie, and Tim manage to wax lyrical about some great games that are out currently. After a quick mention of the latest R18+ news (which is old news now) Tim shar... We are back with another podcast episode, this time without Lucas unfortunately but Matt, Susie, and Tim manage to wax lyrical about some great games that are out currently. After a quick mention of the latest R18+ news (which is old news now) Tim shares his thoughts on Thatgamecompany's newest game Journey, followed by a mobile game review by Susie about the new Kairosoft game Dungeon Village. We finish up this epic podcast with Matt's thoughts on Uncharted: Golden Abyss, and a quick spoiler about Uncharted 3's story (don't worry we put a warning in before it starts so you can skip that bit if you want!). We hope you enjoy this episode and if you don't then please don't write a petition against us :S Drop Bear Gaming no 1:56:43 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/03/episode-27-the-prodigal-drop-bear/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/03/episode-27-the-prodigal-drop-bear/#comments Thu, 01 Mar 2012 12:13:34 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=3095 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/03/episode-27-the-prodigal-drop-bear/feed/ 0 The Drop Bear Gaming podcast is back from the dead! Actually it wasn't dead we have just been super busy but we are back on our game (pun intended) and it's back to business. On this episode we discuss the future of the show, what we have been up to, The Drop Bear Gaming podcast is back from the dead! Actually it wasn't dead we have just been super busy but we are back on our game (pun intended) and it's back to business. On this episode we discuss the future of the show, what we have been up to, the Mass Effect 3 demo cops some abuse and much much more! Oh and Chloe got the chance to interview Gabe Amantangelo, Lead PvP designer for Star Wars: The Old Republic at the official launch event for the game in Sydney today so make sure you stick around at the end of the show to hear that! Drop Bear Gaming no 43:15 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/01/episode-26-game-of-the-year-2011/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/01/episode-26-game-of-the-year-2011/#comments Wed, 04 Jan 2012 03:34:14 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=2874 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2012/01/episode-26-game-of-the-year-2011/feed/ 0 GOTY 2011 On this episode of the DBG podcast we celebrate the gaming highlights of the year that has just past. One of our resident writers Chloe (aka Lamb_Chop) joins Lucas, Matt, Susie and Tim for our 2011 Game Of The Year extravaganza with each of us picking ... On this episode of the DBG podcast we celebrate the gaming highlights of the year that has just past. One of our resident writers Chloe (aka Lamb_Chop) joins Lucas, Matt, Susie and Tim for our 2011 Game Of The Year extravaganza with each of us picking our 3 favourite games of the year to discuss and we throw in a few honorable mentions too. Be sure to let us know what you think of our choices in the comments below! Drop Bear Gaming yes 1:41:04 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2011/12/episode-25-the-wall/ http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2011/12/episode-25-the-wall/#comments Tue, 13 Dec 2011 07:10:36 +0000 Matt http://www.dropbeargaming.com/?p=2775 http://www.dropbeargaming.com/2011/12/episode-25-the-wall/feed/ 0 In this weeks show Matt's gone walkabout, however Lucas and Susie introduce a new member to the DBG team; a friendly voice to long time listeners and now a permanent cast member. Susie announces the winner of the long time coming Modern Warfare 3 comp ... In this weeks show Matt's gone walkabout, however Lucas and Susie introduce a new member to the DBG team; a friendly voice to long time listeners and now a permanent cast member. Susie announces the winner of the long time coming Modern Warfare 3 comp and Susie and Lucas discuss how to win more great games before the years end. As its almost time to say goodbye to 2011 the team begin discussing nominations for the first annual Drop Bear Game of the Year award, but they need your help! Comment, leave an iTunes review and email podcast@dropbeargaming.com to go in the running to win prizes. Drop Bear Gaming no 21:10