Listen to it 100 times and something magical will happen... not really, but do it anyway cuz the song is good.

Well here is episode 2 (sorry I am posting this a little late) and it was such a kick ass show that to hear the rest you’ll have to wait for the next episode.

We dig into Call of Duty 4 and Street Fighter 4 again. We talk about if COD4 has the right balance in multiplayer and if Bots should be mandatory in FPS games. Then I talk waaay too long when responding to a listener’s mail about SF4.

Anyone can message me or Solar Khan either on my blog or gametrailers. Feedback or questions is something we’d like more of.

Other Updates
Despite having my own podcast I am still a frequent caller into the Bobby Blackwolf Show. I suggest you check it out if not just for me then just for the smart commentary provided by Blackwolf.

I’ve been banned from Chatterbox Video Game Show call ins I don’t know why, but during the live shows I’m still in the IRC talking up a storm like I usually do. I talked so much on the last show I really didn’t even hear anything they said. I guess when I can’t comment by calling in it makes it harder to listen to what they are saying. Still a great show that you should check out despite the ungodly hour it comes on live. But if its too much work download the podcast like I’ll have to so that I can find out what the hell I missed last week.

Also Solar Khan and I are trying to expand our horizons/empire. So expect some new and surprising things from us in the future. Here is something that I can say I truly did not expect despite knowing it was going to happen...



Also be on the lookout for new music. I got some things in the works that fit into some game releases.

I started a new show with SolarKahn on gametrailers and it is by far the greatest show on earth. Make sure to leave a comment and say just how awesome we are.

If you like the show then spread the video to as many as possible. If you hate it then spread the video as much as possible so you can see how wrong you are.

Comment on it... add it to your favorites... give it 5 stars... enjoy!

Lyrics


Fox news decided to attack Mass Effect... so I decided to attack Fox News.

New track on the myspace is out and expect a video for it soon. Its all about Fox News and their brilliant coverage of Mass Effect. Now if you like the song then make sure you tell everyone to go listen to it. If you hate the song then make sure you tell everyone to go listen to it to so you can find out you are wrong. So you are lucky enough to be the first to listen because for some reason you check my blog and yet never comment on it. Track is called Wikimedia!

You can also hear me on the Bobby Blackwolf Show. I go on and vent on Fox news and flying knee strikes are involved. I also talk about someone who didn't get enough credit for saving someone's life because they learned it from a game. Finally I end with a discussion on the main topic of the night which is what could be the cause and effect of completely realistic visuals and violence.

Time to Listen: 49:00 min

Link: http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BobbyBlackwolfShow/~3/227053448/BWShow012708.mp3

Lose Gerstmann Video Count: 12,500

I had a busy 2 weeks with appearances on several podcast and one big surprise I'll talk about in a second.

 

Bobby Blackwolf Show

Weekly, Sundays, 8PM

Download Link: http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BobbyBlackwolfShow/~3/221234159/BWShow011308-012008.mp3

DESCRIPTION: An awesome podcast that gives the listener to not only listen live, but also participate in making the show great. I often call in to discuss the big topics of the week or a philosophy or point of view on gaming I think is worthy of discussion. If you are too shy to call in there is always the chat room to keep you busy and chatting with other listeners who voice their opinion on the various topics.

 

EPISODE: In this double sized super show I call in to talk about Street Fighter 4 and various other fighters as well as a call talking about the conversations gamers have with each other and what someone personally looks for when deciding why a game is great.

 

You can listen for me near the 34:00-47:00 and 1:33:00-1:44:00 mark.

Chatterbox Video Game Show

Weekly, Tuesdays, 11PM

Link: http://ripple.radiotail.com/1007/Show208_01-22-2008.mp3

DESCRIPTION: Not only is the show live, but it is also broadcast on the radio in Arizona. The hosts Alon (game fan), Ara (game designer), and Rich (student game designer) are a smart and diverse group whose show feels painfully short only because you love hearing their point of view on the industry and game design. I rarely call into the show (I still call the most) and when I do I am greeted with open arms (unless I disagree). They also have a live chat room so that you can discuss the topic and Rich is often in there relaying the information and opinions to the other hosts.

 

EPISODE: This two part segment talks about why we play games and what motivates us. I call in and talk about games as a challenge and the side effects of a frustrated gamer.

 

You can listen for me near the 21:00-40:00 mark.

Cagcast

Weekly, Fridays

Link: http://media.libsyn.com/media/cheapyd/cagcast104.mp3

DESCRIPTION: A great podcast that takes a look at not only the news of the week, but any great deals on games that can be found. It's hosted by Cheapy D from Japan and Wombat from New York with discussions from both sides of the gaming hemispheres. Unlike most podcast its very personal and you will get to know (and learn to love) the two hosts of the show.

 

EPISODE: This is such a cool moment that I won't even spoil it for you. Simply take a quick listen for not only one of the coolest things that ever, but something that even amazed me as I listened.

 

You can listen for me near the 19:40-28:00 and 2:01:00-2:04:00 mark.

In a little over a week my video on YouTube has had over 10,000 views which is more then I ever imagined. I put a lot of work into the song and am shocked by the response I've received. The best part being the various journalists that saw the video.

I got a personal message from Kyle Orland (youtube comments) who was the person that broke the news on Joystiq. That was crazy enough, but it turns out he also use to go to my high school and essentially lived in the same area I do today. I also got a personal message from the man himself Jeff Gerstmann saying that he liked the song (check comments). That to me would have been enough... but it gets better.

One journalist by the name of Sam Kennedy not only puts my video in his blog post, but has written an incredible article about the situation. If at all interested I strongly suggest you check out his post. Its long, but after you finished reading it you'll be glad you now have deeper insight about the subject matter and how it effects all gaming media.

http://www.1up.com/do/blogEntry?bId=8587828&publicUserId=4561231


Once again thanks to everyone that helped make the video a hit and expect more to come.

Video link: http://youtube.com/watch?v=Iq3peQ1KciA

Thanks to everyone that checked out the song and the track. At this moment I've gotten 5,000 views in roughly 4 days. I honestly had no idea that it would get this much attention and allowed me to talk to some of the people I mentioned in the song as well.



And in case you forgot I also have the Makes Me Murder video that you can check out and comment on. Once again thanks for everything and be on the lookout for new music in the coming weeks.

This was definitely a labor of love. The song is about the firing of Jeff Gerstmann at gamespot.com. While most may assume that this was done as a simple commentary on the events that took place I honestly can say his writing was something I looked forward to on a regular basis.

When Greg Kasavin left a year or two ago I took it pretty hard since him and Jeff were the best reviewers and commentators in the industry. And in the days where most game journalist are leaving for careers in game development its sad to see such a well known and respected member of the community be dispatched in such a terrible way.

He was one of my motivations into writing about games and these events have truly discouraged me from ever wanting to participate in a place where such events could take place.

I hope you enjoy the track and feel free to leave me feedback on what you thought about the song.

For lyrics and video visit: http://proentnet15.blogspot.com/2008/01/new-track-lose-gerstmann.html

Hey if you think the songs I do are good feel free to make it the song played on your page so I can hopefully get more people to listen to it.

My current project is a song about the whole Jeff Gerstmann incident.

Thanks to everyone that added me. You can also hear me frequently on several podcasts I call in to and sometimes do music for like The Bobby Blackwolf Show, Chatterbox Video Game Show, and CAGcast.

http://www.allgames.com/radio.asp?show=blackwolf

http://www.cheapassgamer.com/archives/cat_cagcast.php

http://www.chatterboxgameshow.com/index.php?option=com_newsfeeds&task=view&feedid=11&Itemid=30

My Page: http://proentnet15.blogspot.com/