Umm, did everyone miss the part where I said I had no issue with Wombat wanting to make money? I have an issue with him reminding us about it. To me that detracts from the non-game journalist persona that shajek referred to. (a few posts above)

Wombat has always had the support of the listeners because of that persona. Hell I even defended him for being "really loud" last year at E3 when cheapy blasted him. His loudness to me translated into excitement. That's part of that non-game journalist persona that makes Wombat fun to listen to (even if he does interrupt Shipwreck every 20 seconds).

That said, when he starts name dropping for minutes on end, he seems to be more interested in being accepted by N'Gai Croal than the people that have been listening to him for several years. If we cared about N'Gai Croal, we'd be listening to or reading stuff by him. We want to hear what you think Wombat, not about who you saw.

In so obviously seeking to be a member of the cool kids, Wombat becomes less of the lovable dork that makes him so unique. If you're reading this Wombat, hopefully you can at least understand my point, even if you don't agree with it. To your listeners you already were the cool kid.

If people want to bash PS3, if you bought the new MMO DC Universe, apparently that works on your user id and you can't trade it in and make another account for that disk. I think it's nasty for people if you want to try it for a few months, then want to move on, you really can't.

Awesome show, I'm getting You Don't know Jack via gamefly next week on PS3, people can hit me up next week and I'd love to play with others besides my wife. Not sure how long the fun will be.

Originally Posted by davidb69 If people want to bash PS3, if you bought the new MMO DC Universe, apparently that works on your user id and you can't trade it in and make another account for that disk. I think it's nasty for people if you want to try it for a few months, then want to move on, you really can't.

How is that different from every other MMO? You can easily move on by cancelling your subscription and move on.

I know these guys take some heat for their occasional personality conflicts, but after listening to months worth of back episodes, I think that's kind of this show's charm. They're normal, funny guys who feel no need to be professional (read: dry) because they're not journalists.

Seriously, after Wombat threatened to walk after the E3 episode, I figured I wouldn't listen anymore. But I'd feel the same way if Cheapy or Shipwreck quit. These guys have a fun, entertaining dynamic that I just haven't found anywhere else.

Cheapy, In regards to coming to Ohio and eating with Shipwreck. I think he should refer you to Skyline Chili, since he is in the Cincinnati area. I mean who doesn't love a good wiener on a bun, with (no beans) chili, and a mound of cheese!

Originally Posted by bgame2 Umm, did everyone miss the part where I said I had no issue with Wombat wanting to make money? I have an issue with him reminding us about it. To me that detracts from the non-game journalist persona that shajek referred to. (a few posts above) Wombat has always had the support of the listeners because of that persona. Hell I even defended him for being "really loud" last year at E3 when cheapy blasted him. His loudness to me translated into excitement. That's part of that non-game journalist persona that makes Wombat fun to listen to (even if he does interrupt Shipwreck every 20 seconds). That said, when he starts name dropping for minutes on end, he seems to be more interested in being accepted by N'Gai Croal than the people that have been listening to him for several years. If we cared about N'Gai Croal, we'd be listening to or reading stuff by him. We want to hear what you think Wombat, not about who you saw. In so obviously seeking to be a member of the cool kids, Wombat becomes less of the lovable dork that makes him so unique. If you're reading this Wombat, hopefully you can at least understand my point, even if you don't agree with it. To your listeners you already were the cool kid.

I just relistened to the name dropping segment and I think you missed the point. There were 2 things I wanted to do;

1. Highlight some people you may not know like Russ, Tracey & Chris. Not me wanting to feel cool, but the opposite, making others feel cool.

2. To lead Cheapy into talking about HipHopGamer, because that makes Cheapy happy.

Knowing this re-listen to the segment, and let me know what you think.

I listen to a few video game podcasts. The CAGcast, The Bombcast, Mobcast, Rebel FM, and the Gamespy Debriefings (which in the past month has become unbearable). Out of all of those, I never miss an episode of the Cagcast or the Bombcast (and out of these two I like the Cagcast the best).


I just wanted to give you guys props after reading a lot of this negativity.

Great show guys...Wombat calling Cheapy a douche-face really made my day
Anyway....I can't decide whether to buy Bulletstorm with the Gears of War 3 beta for my son's X-box360, or Killzone 3 for my Playstation3(both release on 2/22/11 and I have a 1 game per month budget....what do you guys think.

Thanks,
ControlerBreaker

P.S.
Wombat....wanna see my coin collection?

Rotating hosts and each show thread begins with a poll to rate the show. Some sort of contest with the best-rated host getting a prize. Could be listener funded.

Hearing the 'F' Word during online games makes me chuckle being from the UK. I do love to eat $$$$$$s, as they are actually kind of meat balls in gravy over here. And us Brits do like to smoke a $$$ too.

Silly Americans censoring a non offensive word in the uk :p

Originally Posted by Wombat I just relistened to the name dropping segment and I think you missed the point. There were 2 things I wanted to do; 1. Highlight some people you may not know like Russ, Tracey & Chris. Not me wanting to feel cool, but the opposite, making others feel cool. 2. To lead Cheapy into talking about HipHopGamer, because that makes Cheapy happy. Knowing this re-listen to the segment, and let me know what you think.

You've got it Wombat. Maybe putting it into the intended perspective will make me hear it differently.

Thanks for taking the time to consider my comments (that is not sarcasm). As a loyal listener, knowing that the comments matter is appreciated.

There's quite of few Japanese people in Ohio. Honda has several factories as well as other Japanese 'heavy industry' firms. Big expat community.

Man I could just feel the disgust from Cheapy and Shipwreck when Wombat said he got some free swag from EA. I don't understand the hate for him everytime.

While I don't personally know Wombat but from listening to the show for over 3 years I can tell the guy is just generally excited about games and things. I think you are too hard on him sometimes. I for one don't blame him for getting all the free stuff he wants. Without him going to these events, how else would all of us know about the games he saw. He is giving up his family time for it and we all benefit, so why shouldn't he?

Originally Posted by Kezmer Man I could just feel the disgust from Cheapy and Shipwreck when Wombat said he got some free swag from EA. I don't understand the hate for him everytime. While I don't personally know Wombat but from listening to the show for over 3 years I can tell the guy is just generally excited about games and things. I think you are too hard on him sometimes. I for one don't blame him for getting all the free stuff he wants. Without him going to these events, how else would all of us know about the games he saw. He is giving up his family time for it and we all benefit, so why shouldn't he?

It's not disgust. It's good-natured ribbing. I have an EA backpack on the table behind me as I'm typing this.

Originally Posted by shipwreck It's not disgust. It's good-natured ribbing. I have an EA backpack on the table behind me as I'm typing this.

Yeah but is there a BULLETSTORM NUTCRACKER inside that pathetic EA fanny pack?! I didn't think so.

Originally Posted by ControlerBreaker Great show guys...Wombat calling Cheapy a douche-face really made my day Anyway....I can't decide whether to buy Bulletstorm with the Gears of War 3 beta for my son's X-box360, or Killzone 3 for my Playstation3(both release on 2/22/11 and I have a 1 game per month budget....what do you guys think. Thanks, ControlerBreaker P.S. Wombat....wanna see my coin collection?

There's a Bulletstorm and Killzone 3 Demo on the PSN and there's also a Bulletstorm Demo on Xbox Live. Why not try them both out and see which one you like more?

I found the Killzone 3 Beta to be fantastic and that's the one I'm getting, but to each his own.

Wombat, have you played any more Indie games?

100k listeners? you can get that. Just tell 3 people and have them tell 3 people then have those 3 people tell 3 more people, then you will have 27 and that's close enough.

Honestly I like the banter between the guys more than the game talk.

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Originally Posted by shipwreck It's not disgust. It's good-natured ribbing. I have an EA backpack on the table behind me as I'm typing this.

Thanks, I was hoping it was just ribbing. I just remember Cheapy groaning after he asked if he got anything. I am not sure why, but it just stood out to me for some reason.