December 2008

December 31, 2008 They Said WHAT?!?

Fact Checking RetroforceGO! Part 2

Episode #20 - They Said WHAT?!? (Ep. 20) - Earlier this year we decided to start fact checking Destructoid's old school podcast, RetroforceGO! Unfortunately they weren't happy with being called out. Wel...
December 30, 2008 Reviews au Courant

Review: Transformers Animated: The Game

Who knew that Blizzard's Lost Vikings franchise would be the perfect template for the Transformers? Although this game is based on the new animated series, Transformers Animated: The Game has a ...
December 29, 2008 Countdown w/ DGC

The 10 Most Unnecessary Games of 2008

Episode #71 - Top 10 Lists (Ep. 71) - I don't think anybody is going to argue that 2008 was a rock solid year for video gaming. Between Fallout 3, GTA IV and Braid, 2008 was full of great games and fun surprises. I...
December 27, 2008 Review - Game Gear

Review: Sonic Blast

A pre-rendered Sonic the Hedgehog game on the Game Gear? Yes it's as bad as it sounds. The good news is that the developers tried to add a few new twists to the formula and the levels are at le...
December 27, 2008 Review - Master System

Review: Micro Machines

Can the Micro Machines do no wrong? If you can get over the lack of eight player support, you'll find that Codemaster's 8-bit Micro Machines is every bit as good as its bigger brothers. The gam...
December 27, 2008 Weekend Update

Weekend Update

Episode #93 - It's the weekend after Christmas and that can only mean one thing; it's time for another batch of retro reviews. This weekend we are looking at a couple of games time forgot. Up first we have Sonic ...
December 26, 2008 Reviews au Courant

Review: Dokapon Kingdom

If you're looking for a mash-up between Mario Party and a role-playing game then you can do worse than Dokapon Kingdom. Actually, on second thought, you can't. As far as I can tell this is the first...
December 26, 2008 Video Game Advice (Working Title)

Duke Togo, Jennifer and Tingle Answer Your Questions

Episode #6 - Video Game Advice (Ep. 6) - Do you have a question? Then we have an answer! This is Video Game Advice, the only show that allows real video game characters to answer real world questions. Thi...
December 25, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Rock Revolution Drum Kit

Episode #29 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 29) - It's the twenty-ninth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. It'...
December 25, 2008 This Week in Defunct Games

This Week in Defunct Games - December 25, 2008

Episode #90 - Even though it's Christmas that isn't going to stop us from bringing you another episode of This Week in Defunct Games! Sadly we don't have much to talk about, but what was uploaded is surprisingly g...
December 24, 2008 They Said WHAT?!?

Every Next Generation Question Answered

Episode #19 - They Said What?!? (Ep. 19) - Next Generation magazine was known for a lot of things. It's known for being intelligent, witty and fully of inside the industry insight. But it's also known f...
December 24, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Wii Fit Balance Board

Episode #28 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 28) - It's the twenty-eighth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. It...
December 24, 2008 Reviews au Courant

Review: Call of Duty: World at War

World at War is a fun rollercoaster ride that is every bit as good as Call of Duty 2 and 3. Unfortunately after the success of Call of Duty 4 it's hard to go back to World War II, even when the game ...
December 23, 2008 Reviews au Courant

Review: Exit DS

Mr. ESC is back to drink coffee and save the day. With more than 100 levels to complete, you'll be at Exit DS for some time to come. Unfortunately the game doesn't feel as fresh two years later, but...
December 23, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Guitar Hero On Tour Guitar Grip

Episode #27 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 27) - It's the twenty-seventh day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. T...
December 22, 2008 On Running Feuds

Guitar Hero World Tour is Not For Babies

Episode #155 - On Running Feuds (Ep. 155) - Want to know why Guitar Hero World Tour is outselling Rock Band 2? It's because Activision has recruited both Best Buy and Wal-Mart to help promote the heck out of t...
December 22, 2008 Reviews au Courant

Review: Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa certainly isn't the best game of the year, but it's not a bad game for kids who enjoyed the film series. It features some nice humor, a few fun mini-games and a bunch of m...
December 22, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Nintendo Wii Remote

Episode #26 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 26) - It's the twenty-sixth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Tod...
December 21, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

PlayStation 3 SIXAXIS

Episode #25 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 25) - It's the twenty-fifth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Tod...
December 20, 2008 Review - Game Gear

Review: Mega Man

Already sick and tired of Mega Man 9? Why not go back in time and play a Mega Man game you probably didn't even know existed? It's Mega Man for the Game Gear. That's right, the Game Gear....
December 20, 2008 Review - Master System

Review: Ys: The Vanished Omens

Ys Book I & II is one of the best games on the TurboGrafx-CD, so how does it measure up on the Master System? Adam has some thoughts about this pint-sized adventure game. For one thing, he was ...
December 20, 2008 Weekend Update

Weekend Update

Episode #92 - It's the weekend before Christmas and that can only mean one thing: It's time for a few more retro reviews. It's been awhile since we've checked in with our retro reviews, but that doesn't mean they ...
December 20, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Xbox 360 Controller

Episode #24 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 24) - It's the twenty-fourth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Af...
December 19, 2008 Freeze Frame

Where Is Frasier's Game Boy Game?

Episode #77 - The Freeze Frame (Ep. 77) - You expect a lot from Frasier, one of Mensa's smartest TV shows of all time. Unfortunately when it comes to games you can only expect so much. Find out in this very speci...
December 19, 2008 Reviews au Courant

Review: Midnight Club: L.A. Remix

With a name like Midnight Club: L.A. Remix it's easy to confuse it with the recently released console version, but this PSP racer is vastly different ... and that's a good thing. Rockstar Games strik...
December 19, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Guitar Hero Guitar

Episode #23 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 23) - It's the twenty-third day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Tod...
December 18, 2008 This Week in Defunct Games

This Week in Defunct Games - December 18, 2008

Episode #89 - After a two week absence, This Week in Defunct Games is back to recap several weeks worth of retro games. Unfortunately I was out cold due to a rather serious illness. But don't worry, because I'm a...
December 18, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Xbox Controller S

Episode #22 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 22) - It's the twenty-second day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. To...
December 17, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Nintendo GameCube Control

Episode #21 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 21) - It's the twenty-first day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Tod...
December 16, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Original Xbox Control

Episode #20 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 20) - It's the twentieth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today ...
December 15, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sony PlayStation 2 DualShock 2

Episode #19 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 19) - It's the nineteenth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today...
December 14, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sega Dreamcast Pad

Episode #18 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 18) - It's the eighteenth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today...
December 13, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sega Saturn Analog Control

Episode #17 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 17) - It's the seventeenth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Toda...
December 12, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Nintendo 64 Control

Episode #16 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 16) - It's the sixteen day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we...
December 11, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sony PlayStation Control

Episode #15 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 15) - It's the fifteenth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today ...
December 10, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sega Saturn Control

Episode #14 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 14) - It's the fourteen day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today y...
December 09, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Atari Jaguar Gamepad

Episode #13 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 13) - It's the thirteenth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today...
December 08, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sega Activator

Episode #12 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 12) - It's the twelfth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we...
December 07, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Super Scope/Sega Menacer

Episode #11 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 11) - It's the eleventh day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today w...
December 06, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

CD-i Commander

Episode #10 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 10) - It's the tenth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we l...
December 05, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Super NES Pad

Episode #9 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 9) - It's the ninth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we lo...
December 04, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Neo Geo Joystick

Episode #8 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 8) - It's the eighth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we l...
December 03, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

TurboGrafx-16 Pad

Episode #7 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 7) - It's the seventh day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we ...
December 02, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Sega Genesis Pad

Episode #6 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 6) - It's the sixth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we're...
December 01, 2008 29 Controls of Christmas

Galoob Power Glove

Episode #5 - 29 Controls of Christmas (Day 5) - It's the fifth day of the 29 Controls of Christmas, our very special feature where we review 29 of the best (and worst) video game controls of all time. Today we're...