Half & Half Gaming Podcast

S2 The Callisto Protocol - Finale

Today's episode is the finale of our brand new segment where the H&H Crew plays games which received half positive / half negative reviews in attempt to see if it's truly as mediocre as critics say. We will be finishing The Callisto Protocol and ranking our experience with the game. Join us as we share our first impressions in this 4 part series where we dissect the gameplay, story, crazy moments, and overall quality of this spiritual successor to the Dead Space series. We encourage you to follow along and play with us as each episode is broken down per specific chapters.
 
Finale is covering...
Chapter 7 - Colony
Chapter 8 - Tower
 
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S2 The Callisto Protocol - Part 3

Today's episode is the continuation of our brand new segment where the H&H Crew plays games which received half positive / half negative reviews in attempt to see if it's truly as mediocre as critics say. We will be going through chapters 5 and 6 of The Callisto Protocol. Join us as we share our first impressions in this 4 part series where we dissect the gameplay, story, crazy moments, and overall quality of this spiritual successor to the Dead Space series. We encourage you to follow along and play with us as each episode is broken down per specific chapters.
 
Part 3 includes:
Chapter 5 - Lost
Chapter 6 - Below
 
Next week we will be covering...
Chapter 7 - Colony
Chapter 8 - Tower
 
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S2 The Callisto Protocol - Part 2

Today's episode is the continuation of our brand new segment where the H&H Crew plays games which received half positive / half negative reviews in attempt to see if it's truly as mediocre as critics say. We will be going through chapters 3 and 4 of The Callisto Protocol. Join us as we share our first impressions in this 4 part series where we dissect the gameplay, story, crazy moments, and overall quality of this spiritual successor to the Dead Space series. We encourage you to follow along and play with us as each episode is broken down per specific chapters.
 
Part 2 includes:
Chapter 3 - Aftermath
Chapter 4 - Habitat
 
Next week we will be covering...
Chapter 5 - Lost
Chapter 6 - Below
 
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S2 The Callisto Protocol - Part 1

Today's episode is the start of a brand new segment where the H&H Crew plays games which received half positive / half negative reviews in attempt to see if it's truly as mediocre as critics say. The game of choice: The Callisto Protocol. Join us as we share our first impressions in this 4 part series where we dissect the gameplay, story, and overall quality of this spiritual successor to the Dead Space series. We encourage you to follow along and play with us as each episode is broken down per specific chapters.
 
Part 1 includes:
Chapter 1 - Cargo
Chapter 2 - Outbreak
 
Next week we will be covering...
Chapter 3 - Aftermath
Chapter 4 - Habitat
 
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S1 Episode 5 - Hardest Gaming Achievements

On today's episode... the H&H Crew discuss the most difficult achievements, trophies, and in-game challenges we have faced / obtained in our gaming tenure. Such game mentioned (possible spoilers mind you!!) include Max Payne 3, Final Fantasy, Saints Row 2, Dead Rising, Batman Arkham Series, and Dragon Age 2. As a template, we review the hardest and most ridiculous achievements according to GameSpot's article down below. Check it out yourself and see if any of your favorites are on the list! Perhaps William can write a program to help you get these... Lastly, the H&H Crew roasts a hilarious article sharing the story of THQ sending a solid gold plated Nintendo Wii to the Queen of England. So pop open a half & half ice tea-lemonade and enjoy!
 
News Topics:
- Queen of England receives a gold plated Nintendo Wii from THQ???
- "The Toughest Video Game Achievements That Aren't Worth the Stress"
 
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S1 Episode 4 - A Few of Our Favorite Co-op Games

The H&H Crew reminisce on the past... we grew up in the era of couch co-op games and playing next to your buddy on a split screen. Now, playing co-op games on the same screen is very rare and has evolved into online play. In today's episode, we share a few of our favorite co-op games because what's better than an awesome game? Sharing the experience with your friend! The games we discuss include Saints Row 2, Left 4 Dead 2, the Souls Games, CupHead, and much more! Plus we go over a  trending topics including a very interesting idea to possibly include purchasable ad space in free to play games. Additionally, we read up on Ubisoft's thoughts on the state of open world games and whether or not they are getting too big for their own good. Lastly, you get to hear one of Will's famous rants on the Last of Us' controversial conclusion. So grab a half and half ice tea-lemonade and join us now!
 
News Topics:
-Ad space coming to free to play games???
-Ubisoft shares their view on the size of open world games and their new technology for future games
 
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S1 Episode 3 - Sequels We Want Made (Part 1)

What's in store today? The H&H Crew discuss various types of sequels we personally want made and our own spins on the game itself. Additionally, we have several news announcements from Rockstar Games such as the ever so originally named subscription service: GTA+. In more exciting news, the H&H crew also go over the surprising announcement of Max Payne 1 & 2's remake by the legends themselves, Remedy. Let's hope this is better than the definitive edition of GTA... Now we understand the topic of "sequels we want made" is quite broad and can be expanded on beyond just a single episode. So stay tuned for this series to continue as this will just be a part 1 of a future discussion. Games we discuss include Bully 2, San Andreas Stories, Bloodborn, Phantom Dust, a different Saints Row 3, and much more! Warning: Potential spoilers alert!
 
News Topics:
-GTA+ subscription services launches
-Max Payne 1 & 2 receiving a remake from Remedy, funded by Rockstar Games
 
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S1 Episode 2 - Remasters / Remakes: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly

In today's episode the H&H crew discuss Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft's decision to stop shipping their products into Russia as a response to the Ukraine invasion. Also, did you know the Elden Ring speed-running community is constantly breaking records?! Finishing a complex game has never been more competitive! Additionally, the H&H crew dives into the controversial topic which has caused an outcry in the video gaming community: Remasters and Remakes. Are they really necessary? Which games have done it well? Which have dropped the ball? Join us as we discuss games such as the Final Fantasy, Crash Bandicoot, GTA Trilogy, Batman Arkham series, etc. and the state of original IP ideas. Will there be a new surge from the AAA companies or will indie games continue to rise as the main source for new and creative games for the future? Join us now!
 
News Topics:
-Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft ban shipping products to Russia
-Elden Ring speed-running community breaking records continuously
 
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S1 Episode 1 - Are Consumers the New Game Testers?

Welcome to the first episode of the Half & Half Gaming Podcast hosted by SlovakianShmack, IDont3venGame, and Kilam677. In today's debut episode, we discuss the alarming issue many gamers are asking themselves... are we secretly being game testers for these big triple A companies? From Cyberpunk 2077 to Fallout 76, many games nowadays are being shipped half-baked, buggy, and overall unfinished. Today, video games are almost exclusively connected to the internet by default and as a result we are receiving day one patches and beyond in an effort to salvage a positive user experience. What could be the possible motives behind this? Is this what gaming has come to? Have you felt this way before too? Join us as we talk more about this very topic!
 
Additional News Topics:
-The end of COD annual releases
-Phil Spencer calls out gamers saying “gamers should treat developers with more dignity and respect”
 
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