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Episode 143 – Microtransactions and Letdowns
Duration: 01:00:49 • Size: 27.85 MB

The long awaited Mortal Kombat 11 has finally arrived and it is chock-full with a crazy story-line, amazing fighting, and microtransactions. Tune in to this episode of the DBG podcast to hear Matt’s review of the game, as well as a discussion about the latest PS4 exclusive Days Gone. Lucas also revisits NBA2k19 with a comparison between PS4 and Xbone. We hope you enjoy the show 🙂 Read more…

Mortal Kombat 11 (PS4)
Incredible combat and another excellent MK storyline shine bright in the latest entry in the franchise but a heavy microtransaction focus bloats and overshadows what would otherwise be a brilliant game.
Days Gone (PS4)
With only a few things to set this apart from other zombie shooters Days Gone falls a little short. While it has plenty of content, it tends to be a little repetitive and uninspired but it definitely has its moments.
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Episode 142 – Press Square To Everything
Duration: 00:55:51 • Size: 25.58 MB

The Division 2 arrived and we accidentally forgot to record a podcast since because we have been too busy playing it! Worry not though dear Drop Bears because we have returned with a fresh new episode for your earholes. Have a listen to find out our thoughts on the closed beta for Mortal Kombat 11, Trials Rising, and of course The Division 2. We hope you enjoy the show 🙂 Read more…

Review – Injustice: Gods Among Us

Ever wanted to see what happens when DC Comics heroes and villains turn on each other? Well you have to wait no longer my friends because NetherRealm Studios, the creative minds behind the epic Mortal Kombat series have brought us Injustice: Gods Among Us. Read more…

Mortal Kombat Banned in Australia

On my recent trip to the local games retailer I was bailed up in the corner and handed my $10 deposit for a Mortal Kombat pre-order. The game has not passed the first round of classification and the Australian Classification Board has advised stores to remove all displays and signs for release until further notice. Read more…

 
Mortal Kombat 11 (PS4)
Incredible combat and another excellent MK storyline shine bright in the latest entry in the franchise but a heavy microtransaction focus bloats and overshadows what would otherwise be a brilliant game.
Days Gone (PS4)
With only a few things to set this apart from other zombie shooters Days Gone falls a little short. While it has plenty of content, it tends to be a little repetitive and uninspired but it definitely has its moments.
Trials Rising (PS4)
The latest Trials game is exactly that, a Trials game. It combines great visuals with addictive gameplay loops and challenging levels in a perfect mélange to create a game that you want to keep coming back to.
The Division 2 (PS4)
Ubisoft have built on the success of The Division and stepped it up a notch with this sequel. Despite a weak story and some funny glitches The Division 2 is a masterpiece online loot shooter with near countless hours of fun to be had.
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Lucas
The Podfather/Convo Controller
Super salesman by day, Batdad and Gamersutra by night. As a self-confessed technology pacifist, he prefers to sit on the console-war fence and play games on his PC.
Matt
PlayStation Fanboy/Motormouth
Electrician by trade and yet also highly skilled at finding time to game around work and family commitments. A PlayStation fanboy with a platinum count and obvious podcast bias to prove it. Thinks DC is clearly superior to Marvel. Has been known to rant.
ABOUT DBG

Started in January 2011 by brothers Lucas and Matt, Drop Bear Gaming has been operating for over 7 years offering a fresh and relaxed perspective on the video game industry. The website is a passion project more than anything and it is our distinct pleasure to continue bringing entertainment to our listeners and viewers.

The guys release a podcast episode every two to three weeks and over the years they have welcomed guests from developers, publishers, and other gaming outlets onto the show.

Disclaimer: From time to time Drop Bear Gaming receives copies of games for review in either physical or digital format from publishers or their associated PR companies. All reviews are based on the merits of each game on their own. Whether or not we were supplied the copy is not taken into account when compiling our reviews.

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