Topic Suggestions - Page 3

**RoxStar** · 03-28-2009, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth Moeller

The gaming industry is near-recession proof, not sure there would be much to talk about. Well, the game companies are not, as people are getting laid off, but consumers aren't buying any less games than in the past.

Overall "consumption" of games is actually up thanks to a larger userbase and lack of slowdown in purchasing trends.

EnderWiggin · 03-28-2009, 04:25 PM

Did someone suggest OnLive yet?

If not, I suggest it.

If so, I second it.

_EW_

Threepwood4life · 03-28-2009, 04:45 PM

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Originally Posted by leXX

Welcome to LF. We do plan on having someone from that side of the forums on the cast, we know it's not all about Star Wars. Stay tuned.

Cool, looking forward to it. I just think that Star Wars lately has just dried up and should be given a rest so they can come with better ideas and stories as theres more that they can do then just one franchise. LucasArts did say they would go back to the old franchises and I think now is the perfect time as any as their is a small increase in adventure games been wanted by publishers and developers.

**Jae Onasi** · 03-29-2009, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by EnderWiggin

Whereas I disagree, and think you look it right now.

They could mention it, but there's nothing really to discuss. It's going down, it's unfortunate, the community will band together and move on.

End of topic, boring podcast.
_EW_

I'd rather not actively discourage suggestions--while this specific suggestion wouldn't lend itself to an entire podcast, that doesn't mean it's not important to mention. It's a big deal to lose the site that way, and one that many of us thought would survive a very long time. In addition, an idea might serve as a seed idea for a related topic, so it's important to hear as many different ones as possible.

knight 12167 · 03-30-2009, 04:21 AM

Have a "console war" in which each member takes the side of a certain gaming company and discusses it

***Jeff*** · 03-30-2009, 08:02 AM

That is a good idea, except no one would want to argue for the PS3.

Mav · 03-30-2009, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Darth Moeller

That is a good idea, except no one would want to argue for the PS3.

tch. no need to be racist just cuz it is a darky!

Kuuki · 03-30-2009, 10:12 AM

*cough*

YouTube Video

*cough*

***Jeff*** · 03-30-2009, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by maverick187

tch. no need to be racist just cuz it is a darky!

Hey, the black Xbox 360 is by far the coolest model!

JesusIsGonnaOwnSatan · 03-31-2009, 03:02 AM

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Originally Posted by EnderWiggin

They could mention it, but there's nothing really to discuss. It's going down, it's unfortunate, the community will band together and move on.

End of topic, boring podcast.

CONCLUSION JUMPING

ur doing it pretty well, akshually

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Originally Posted by Jae Onasi

while this specific suggestion wouldn't lend itself to an entire podcast, that doesn't mean it's not important to mention.

Bad Asp! · 04-02-2009, 03:37 PM

I'm surprised no one's suggested any topics related to Sam and Max yet! That'd be a perfect discussion for LucasCast!

Astrotoy7 · 04-02-2009, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Darth Moeller

....but consumers aren't buying any less games than in the past.

There's a bit more to it than that. Different slices of the market have been affected to a different degree. Those with greater economic responsibilities such as mortgages, school fees etc are being much more selective when buying titles. I definitely am! I just bought assassin creed for PC and another game on a '2 for $50' sale the other day. AC is usually $90+ here, and there's no way I'd buy it at that price.

The pre-owned market has become increasingly stronger as well. A representative of EB said so for here in Oz. I doubt it would be different in the US, though Groovy could confirm that.

mtfbwya

***Jeff*** · 04-02-2009, 09:36 PM

Well that is true, I have probably spent more on games in 2009 than I ever have before but at the same time been very picky on what I want to spend money on. And I've also been buying used games more than in the past. But for the industry as a whole games are certainly not selling any worse than in the past.

Mav · 04-04-2009, 08:51 PM

You 'casters should talk about region locked media, games, dvds, blu-rays, etc. and how it doesn't make sense at all. For example the PS3 games are region free, but blu-rays aren't I believe. Also with the DSi, whether or not the new DSi store will be region locked, thus making it less appealing to import a foreign system.

PastramiX · 04-04-2009, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by maverick187

Also with the DSi, whether or not the new DSi store will be region locked, thus making it less appealing to import a foreign system.

I believe it already is, which is a tad sad.

Mav · 04-04-2009, 11:21 PM

I thought so as well, just wasn't sure

Taak Farst · 04-13-2009, 07:51 PM

I think you guys should talk about your fave year for game releases - that wud be interesting.

LordOfTheFish · 04-13-2009, 09:26 PM

Talk about WCG Ultimate Gamer!

**Jae Onasi** · 04-13-2009, 09:48 PM

Deleted off-topic sarcasm.

M@RS · 04-14-2009, 10:41 PM

Your thoughts on the upcoming Batman: Arkham Asylum...

PastramiX · 04-15-2009, 09:36 PM

Adventure gaming: The golden age, decline, and the current renewed interest.

Feel free to mention titles spanning across the entire spectrum (Myst, Monkey Island, Sam & Max, Zork, etc.)

Kusanavi · 04-17-2009, 10:27 PM

Your favorite TV series and most nostalgic moments in gaming. Also, adventure games, as PastramiX suggested.

Hermie · 04-28-2009, 10:05 AM

Would love to hear your take on ratings. Does the current system work? Should it be enforced by law? Where does the line go between M and AO?

What also ties into this debate is how video games affect our children. Do they really provoke aggressive behavior? Or do kids really know of the disconnect between video games and real life? Are violent games harmful to children? What about sexuality in video games?

Would love to hear you guys discuss this topic, especially since you are in the unique situation of having two gamer moms, and a GameStop manager. Cheers. :3

Marius Fett · 05-09-2009, 02:44 PM

Surely, the recently announced remakes of Pokemon Gold and Silver for the DS deserve a mention?

The second generation of Pokemon games was the best of all. After that, it got dumb.

***Boba Rhett*** · 05-09-2009, 02:53 PM

I'm of the faction of people who think that Pokémon got dumb right after the invention of the word Pokémon.

*climbs into bulletproof glass chamber*

EnderWiggin · 05-09-2009, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Boba Rhett

I'm of the faction of people who think that Pokémon got dumb right after the invention of the word Pokémon.

*climbs into bulletproof glass chamber*

Ehh, first-gen wasn't that bad.

All downhill from there. Very downhill

_EW_

Marius Fett · 05-09-2009, 06:21 PM

^Second gen (Gold and Silver) were the last ones that I thought were any good. I'll agree about it going downhill after that though.

**Jae Onasi** · 05-10-2009, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Boba Rhett

I'm of the faction of people who think that Pokémon got dumb right after the invention of the word Pokémon.

That would imply that Pokemon at some point was not dumb. These things rank just above smurfs in my book.

***Darth Groovy*** · 05-10-2009, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Boba Rhett

I'm of the faction of people who think that Pokémon got dumb right after the invention of the word Pokémon.

*climbs into bulletproof glass chamber*

I second that notion. Any more room in there?

***Lynk Former*** · 05-10-2009, 05:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Marius Fett

Surely, the recently announced remakes of Pokemon Gold and Silver for the DS deserve a mention?

The second generation of Pokemon games was the best of all. After that, it got dumb.

Silver and Crystal and my two most favourite Pokemon games ever.

Dath Maximus · 05-12-2009, 11:13 AM

do a segment about all things trek

and consult me...cause i know more about trek than all of you combined twice over

***Rogue Nine*** · 05-12-2009, 11:40 AM

We did already. If you'd listen to the podcasts, you'd know.

Dath Maximus · 05-12-2009, 08:55 PM

you arent the boss of me, and according to lexx you merely did a star trek vs star wars convo

dont you lie to me you asian with a mexican last name and white first name

urluckyday · 05-26-2009, 05:13 PM

Talk about this whole Twitter craze and if you guys are already involved or are planning on getting involved...

***Lynk Former*** · 05-27-2009, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Astrotoy7

There's a bit more to it than that. Different slices of the market have been affected to a different degree. Those with greater economic responsibilities such as mortgages, school fees etc are being much more selective when buying titles. I definitely am! I just bought assassin creed for PC and another game on a '2 for $50' sale the other day. AC is usually $90+ here, and there's no way I'd buy it at that price.

The pre-owned market has become increasingly stronger as well. A representative of EB said so for here in Oz. I doubt it would be different in the US, though Groovy could confirm that.

mtfbwya

Actually it's been found that people actually gravitate more towards media such as movie discs and video games during times when they're short on money. Apparently it's because in the long run it lasts longer for them rather than activities which take them outside of the house which have a lot of extra costs and are more short lived.

I'd link you to the article(s) for this but I'm too lazy.