Episode 3 – Feb. 8th 2015 (GotW: Darkest Dungeon)

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Editor’s Note: The 20orLess team encountered an inordinate number of technical difficulties while producing this episode. As such, the audio and video quality of this episode is far below where we expect. We appreciate your patience as we continue to improve the show. Thanks for listening!

On this episode of the $20 or Less Podcast we discuss Ubisoft’s change of heart regarding “unauthorized” Steam keys, a gaming site rising from the dead and much more.

This episode’s 20orLess game of the week is the Rogue-like turn based, 2-D RPG Darkest Dungeon by Red Hook Studios.

–News Topics–
Ubisoft Reactivates “Unauthorized” Game Keys:
Massively OP Kickstarter: http://kck.st/1zNf7OW
Garena Rules Announcement:

–Game of the Week–
Darkest Dungeon
Developer/Publisher: Red Hook Studios
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–MUSICAL CREDITS–
Music courtesy of A. Lott

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Episode 2 – Feb. 1st 2015 (GotW: H1Z1)

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On this episode of the $20 or Less Podcast we discuss Nintendo’s new Creator’s Program, industry layoffs and closures, Ubisoft decision to revoke “unauthorized” Steam keys and much more.

This episode’s 20orLess game of the week is the Zombie Survival Horror H1Z1 by Sony Online Entertainment.

–News Topics–
Support Monty Oum:
Ubisoft Deactivates “Unauthorized” Game Keys:
Nintendo’s Creator Program:
Joystiq and Massively Close Down: http://aol.it/1zL9DY7
SEGA Offers Voluntary Retirement:
Miguel Caron Leaves Behaviour Online:

–Game of the Week–
H1Z1
Developer/Publisher: Sony Online Entertainment
Website:
Purchase on Steam:

–MUSICAL CREDITS–
Music courtesy of A. Lott

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Episode 1 – Jan. 25th 2015 (GotW: Disorder)

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Welcome to the $20orLess podcast, a video game podcast that focuses on gaming on a budget. On this episode we discuss the Windows 10 media conference, the problems with early access, the resurgence of isometric rpgs and much more.

This week’s 20orLess game of the week is the indie puzzle-platformer Disorder by Swagabyte games.

–Game of the Week–
Disorder
Developer: Swagbyte Games
Publisher: Screwattack Games
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–MUSICAL CREDITS–
Music courtesy of A Lott

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Sometimes, Fantasy Is All You Need

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The Australian Classification Board’s recent refusal to classify Hotline Miami 2 has once again sparked the predictable outrage from the predictable pundits. One of the many ripples from this tift has been the debate over whether the depiction of rape in video games is acceptable on the basis of it being “just fantasy.” Sexual violence is a sensitive and nuanced topic that is being discussed with the delicateness of a demolition derby. I’ll preface this all by saying I have no idea what actually takes place in Hotline Miami 2. There has been a video released by the developers showing the scene in question, but the source brings up questions of validity. I also don’t claim to understand the geo-political structure of Australia (I hear they have a really cool Prime Minister). All that being said, I believe that limiting people’s access to media based upon its content should only be done under the most extreme circumstances. Read more →

Episode 61 – All Hardmodes Reporting In

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JD discusses his opinions on the latest and greatest happenings in the world of SWTOR. In this episode JD delves into the realm of SoR hard mode flashpoints and contends that accuracy should be missing. All this and an idea fresh off the Wall of Crazy in this episode of the Unnamed SWTOR Podcast.

–COMMUNITY CORNER–
Accuracy Gold-Post:

–MUSICAL CREDITS–

Intro Theme Courtesy of SpellingPhailor:

Interview Transition Theme:
the fugitive by geir tjelta

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Crash Of The First Interstellar Channel by 2NRO8OT:

The TV-Asteroid by 2NRO8OT:

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The Voyage to Rushjet1:

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Episode 60 – Back in the SWTOR Groove

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JD discusses his opinions on the latest and greatest happenings in the world of SWTOR. In this episode JD goes all in with Shadow of Revan early access. All this and an idea fresh off the Wall of Crazy in this episode of the Unnamed SWTOR Podcast.

–MUSICAL CREDITS–

Intro Theme Courtesy of SpellingPhailor:

Interview Transition Theme:
the fugitive by geir tjelta

Transition Theme:
Crash Of The First Interstellar Channel by 2NRO8OT:

The TV-Asteroid by 2NRO8OT:

Outro Theme:
The Voyage to Rushjet1:

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Gone Home

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In this blog I am going to discuss some major plot points from The Fullbright Company’s Gone Home. As such, I strongly suggest you play Gone Home for yourself before reading on. It is well worth your time and I think everyone should have the chance to try Gone Home without any preconceptions or foreknowledge as to what they are getting themselves into. You can pick the game up for yourself here:

Gone Home profoundly impacted the way I look at interactive media. The emotions I felt while playing Gone Home will stick with me for as long as I live.

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Episode 59 – Combats, They Are A Changin’

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JD discusses his opinions on the latest and greatest happenings in the world of SWTOR. In this episode he dissects the latest Dev stream on combat changes coming in 3.0. All this and an idea fresh off the Wall of Crazy in this episode of the Unnamed SWTOR Podcast.

Community Spotlight:
Dev Stream VOD:
Dulfy’s Stream Notes:

–MUSICAL CREDITS–

Intro Theme Courtesy of SpellingPhailor:

Interview Transition Theme:
the fugitive by geir tjelta

Transition Theme:
Crash Of The First Interstellar Channel by 2NRO8OT:

The TV-Asteroid by 2NRO8OT:

Outro Theme:
The Voyage to Rushjet1:

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Episode 58 – Extra Life 2014 and Disciplines

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JD discusses his opinions on the latest and greatest happenings in the world of SWTOR. This episode was recorded live during ExtraLife 2014 so I apologize for any visual elements that may be missing from the podcast. In this episode JD explains what his thinks about the spoiled Sorc disciplines and the announced season 3 ranked PvP rewards. All this and an idea fresh off the Wall of Crazy in this episode of the Unnamed SWTOR Podcast.

Donate to Extralife 2014 (Better late than never!):

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Intro Theme Courtesy of SpellingPhailor:

Interview Transition Theme:
the fugitive by geir tjelta

Transition Theme:
Crash Of The First Interstellar Channel by 2NRO8OT:

The TV-Asteroid by 2NRO8OT:

Outro Theme:
The Voyage to Rushjet1:

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Extra Life 2014 Schedule of Events

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Hey folks. ExtraLife 2014 is rapidly approaching and this year I have decided to put together a rough outline of the activities I will be partaking in. I will begin streaming at 9am EDT on October 25, 2014 and I will be continuously streaming until 9am EDT on October 26, 2014 (). I have listed the games I plan to be playing throughout the day as well as some contests and giveaways that I will be running. Please note that the schedule below is only an outline and I reserve the right to change it on the fly if need be. In addition to the prizes listed below I will be giving out SWTOR Pet Codes throughout the day so be sure to hang out in the chat room if you’d like a cute little pet to add to your collection. And finally, the pièce de résistance, the grand prize, the item you are all waiting for: one lucky contributor will receive a copy of the Star Wars the Old Republic Encyclopedia signed by members of the Bioware Austin team. All you need to do for a chance to win this very special collector’s item is donate at 5 dollars to the ExtraLife charity via . All donations will help support the Bernard & Millie Duker Children’s Hospital in Albany, NY. Each donation you make of at least $5 will give you one entry into a raffle drawing that will take place at the end on the stream. Also, each increment of $5 donated beyond the threshold will give you one additional entry. Want four chances to win the Encyclopedia? Just donate twenty dollars and you’re all set. Remember, you only need one shot to win and it’s for a great cause so get those donations rolling and may the force be with you!

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