CAGcast #48: GhandiD
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I used to have an airsoft gun back in my college days. It was a lame ten dollar spring loaded one that shot one pellet at a time. Still, it was fun shooting my girlfriend in leg with it when she gave me "sass." 
Nice show once again. I think that this particular one was very informative and although I don' t care much for Robocop, I think that gun's pretty cool.
By the way cheapyD, I'm interested in knowing the # of downloaders for the last show. That plus the lack of price drawing was what I thought was missing.
By the way cheapyD, I'm interested in knowing the # of downloaders for the last show. That plus the lack of price drawing was what I thought was missing.
Great episode overall, but I didnt much care for cheapys comment that the Wii was just that "other" system in the console wars, maybe you havent done alot of research on the Wii but Nintendos working very hard to position themselves and have control of the market again.
If we were talking about the Gamecube I would probably agree with you, the target audience for that particular system very rarely went above the preteen range. but the Wii is going to have 22 games at launch, and many titles that should appeal to the hardcore gamer. I'm not trying to call you out on something you probably didnt mean it as a knock on the Wii but I do think it would be fair to give the Wii some air time.
If we were talking about the Gamecube I would probably agree with you, the target audience for that particular system very rarely went above the preteen range. but the Wii is going to have 22 games at launch, and many titles that should appeal to the hardcore gamer. I'm not trying to call you out on something you probably didnt mean it as a knock on the Wii but I do think it would be fair to give the Wii some air time.
Yeah, I just listened to the show earlier and noticed that section. It kind of came out wrong.
I believe what I meant to say was...
Of those people considering laying down $600 for a PS3 at this time, the Xbox 360 would be their logical alternative. I think that for other than the hardcore gamer, anyone considering paying out that kind of cash for a PS3, is not going to find the Wii as an acceptable substitute.
It is just as reasonable to conclude that anyone considering purchasing a Wii, is not likely to find a PS3 as a logical alternative.
I almost don't see the Wii as even competing with the 360 or the PS3, which I think is exactly where Nintendo wants to be.
Does that make sense?
I believe what I meant to say was...
Of those people considering laying down $600 for a PS3 at this time, the Xbox 360 would be their logical alternative. I think that for other than the hardcore gamer, anyone considering paying out that kind of cash for a PS3, is not going to find the Wii as an acceptable substitute.
It is just as reasonable to conclude that anyone considering purchasing a Wii, is not likely to find a PS3 as a logical alternative.
I almost don't see the Wii as even competing with the 360 or the PS3, which I think is exactly where Nintendo wants to be.
Does that make sense?
[quote name='CheapyD']Yeah, I just listened to the show earlier and noticed that section. It kind of came out wrong.
I believe what I meant to say was...
Of those people considering laying down $600 for a PS3 at this time, the Xbox 360 would be their logical alternative. I think that for other than the hardcore gamer, anyone considering paying out that kind of cash for a PS3, is not going to find the Wii as an acceptable substitute.
It is just as reasonable to conclude that anyone considering purchasing a Wii, is not likely to find a PS3 as a logical alternative.
I almost don't see the Wii as even competing with the 360 or the PS3, which I think is exactly where Nintendo wants to be.
Does that make sense?[/QUOTE]
A week ago I would have pretty much agreed with this line of thinking. However, after waiting in line for over 3 hours at EB for a Wii preorder and talking to the "hardcore gamers" in line there (many of whom classified themselves as Sony and Microsoft devotees up until now and several of whom had never owned a Nintendo system before), I'm inclined to disagree. Now certainly a lot of these guys fall into the "Wii60" or "PSWii" camp, but if the Wii is the baseline and the OTHER system is the variable, Nintendo wins, no matter how you measure it. Add to that the non-traditional audience Nintendo is targeting, who would be perfectly content to own a Wii and nothing else, and its easy to see how they could become the dominant player in the marketplace.
I believe what I meant to say was...
Of those people considering laying down $600 for a PS3 at this time, the Xbox 360 would be their logical alternative. I think that for other than the hardcore gamer, anyone considering paying out that kind of cash for a PS3, is not going to find the Wii as an acceptable substitute.
It is just as reasonable to conclude that anyone considering purchasing a Wii, is not likely to find a PS3 as a logical alternative.
I almost don't see the Wii as even competing with the 360 or the PS3, which I think is exactly where Nintendo wants to be.
Does that make sense?[/QUOTE]
A week ago I would have pretty much agreed with this line of thinking. However, after waiting in line for over 3 hours at EB for a Wii preorder and talking to the "hardcore gamers" in line there (many of whom classified themselves as Sony and Microsoft devotees up until now and several of whom had never owned a Nintendo system before), I'm inclined to disagree. Now certainly a lot of these guys fall into the "Wii60" or "PSWii" camp, but if the Wii is the baseline and the OTHER system is the variable, Nintendo wins, no matter how you measure it. Add to that the non-traditional audience Nintendo is targeting, who would be perfectly content to own a Wii and nothing else, and its easy to see how they could become the dominant player in the marketplace.
mik
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Entertaining show, guys--really good one.
Cheapy, I'm all over the Rainbow Six: Vegas hype wagon too. I'm assuming you've seen these, but in case you haven't, check out www.save-vegas.com to see some of the creepiest marketing videos I've ever seen--not work safe, by the way. They're fantastic. I first saw them Friday night at like 2 a.m. (when I was already a little punchy) and they scared the Jesus out of me.
With regard to the 1080p show Major Nelson foisted on us Sunday--I was slightly less satisfied. I thought it was a complete snowjob--like many of Major's "explanations." I won't paste my whole 1080p 360 rant here, but if you're bored enough to read it, you can do so here:
http://thefanboys.com/2006/10/17/1080peeved/
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Cheapy, I'm all over the Rainbow Six: Vegas hype wagon too. I'm assuming you've seen these, but in case you haven't, check out www.save-vegas.com to see some of the creepiest marketing videos I've ever seen--not work safe, by the way. They're fantastic. I first saw them Friday night at like 2 a.m. (when I was already a little punchy) and they scared the Jesus out of me.
With regard to the 1080p show Major Nelson foisted on us Sunday--I was slightly less satisfied. I thought it was a complete snowjob--like many of Major's "explanations." I won't paste my whole 1080p 360 rant here, but if you're bored enough to read it, you can do so here:
http://thefanboys.com/2006/10/17/1080peeved/
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dragyynvessyl
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What, no burps?
I particularly enjoyed Wombat's report from the Digital Life Expo...plus, you guys have convinced me to finally give Phoenix Wright a look.
I particularly enjoyed Wombat's report from the Digital Life Expo...plus, you guys have convinced me to finally give Phoenix Wright a look.
I totally need to see more info on that Robocop gun. Any linkage to a site?
I've listened since the beginning but have never commented on the CAGCast. But great show as always! I'm rarely disappointed in your efforts, and appreciate you entertaining me during my morning commute.
That said, I think BOTH of you need to be more aware of cutting each other off. Maybe it's a time thing, maybe you think it's getting boring but occassionaly I'd like to hear a little bit more about a topic and one of you (I actually notice it more from Cheapy than Wombat) jumps in with an "ok" or "very nice. Moving on!"
I understand it needs to keep moving but the back-and-forth is the main appeal of the show. Honestly, I can get the news anywhere. So if you do one less news item but spend a few minutes telling an amusing story or talking about an interesting topic, that's time well spent.
That aside, great show as always guys!
I've listened since the beginning but have never commented on the CAGCast. But great show as always! I'm rarely disappointed in your efforts, and appreciate you entertaining me during my morning commute.
That said, I think BOTH of you need to be more aware of cutting each other off. Maybe it's a time thing, maybe you think it's getting boring but occassionaly I'd like to hear a little bit more about a topic and one of you (I actually notice it more from Cheapy than Wombat) jumps in with an "ok" or "very nice. Moving on!"
I understand it needs to keep moving but the back-and-forth is the main appeal of the show. Honestly, I can get the news anywhere. So if you do one less news item but spend a few minutes telling an amusing story or talking about an interesting topic, that's time well spent.
That aside, great show as always guys!
[quote name='Draven-x']I totally need to see more info on that Robocop gun. Any linkage to a site?[/quote]
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=Robocop+Airsoft+Pistol&btnG=Google+Search
Considering you're a CAG and probably not into airsoft to start out with, go with the cheap spring-operated ones. Gas models (at least, of other guns) usually run $100+.
http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=Robocop+Airsoft+Pistol&btnG=Google+Search
Considering you're a CAG and probably not into airsoft to start out with, go with the cheap spring-operated ones. Gas models (at least, of other guns) usually run $100+.
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Maybe Im an idiot but I cant download the CAGcast. Normally I would just click dl and it woul start, now it goes to some quicktime player and just plays it in the window. What do I do?
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Another great episode, guys. You talking about it has finally pushed me over the edge; I completely need to pick up Phoenix Wright. And regarding G4; good 
ing riddance. That network has been an albatross around the neck of the gaming public for too long!
ing riddance. That network has been an albatross around the neck of the gaming public for too long!
JackFlash666
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Hey guys, that was another great episode.
Having been a listener since the start, I would say that you havn't done anything but get better as the episodes have rolled out. Lookin' forward to whatever #50 brings.
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Having been a listener since the start, I would say that you havn't done anything but get better as the episodes have rolled out. Lookin' forward to whatever #50 brings.
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[quote name='DeathDealer']Maybe Im an idiot but I cant download the CAGcast. Normally I would just click dl and it woul start, now it goes to some quicktime player and just plays it in the window. What do I do?[/quote]
Have you tried right click + save target as?
Have you tried right click + save target as?
Good show--I think the airsoft sounded pretty cool. I think it should be used in the podcast much like a judge's gavel--when you need to get back on track, shoot 'em up!
And DAMN the both of you. I got so tired of your 360 lovefest that I went out and got a 360 of my own on Friday. Thankfully, my wife is understanding about these things. Many of my friends & relatives aren't so lucky. Now that I'm done with the CAGcast, it's back to Dead Rising.
And DAMN the both of you. I got so tired of your 360 lovefest that I went out and got a 360 of my own on Friday. Thankfully, my wife is understanding about these things. Many of my friends & relatives aren't so lucky. Now that I'm done with the CAGcast, it's back to Dead Rising.
Great Show again! As a former WoW player, I'm very interested to keep hearing about Wombat's on going adventures there. Also good job on spreading things around, my only real complaint in the past has been wayyy too much 360 coverage, this week it seemed like you guys spread the love around to other consoles and news items.
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Where is the new episode? I have to leave for work soon!
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