CodeCast Arcade
10 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 3 years ago -CodeCast Arcade is a CodeCast Zambia podcast, and covers all things video games, from the process of creating them (interview episodes with game developers, discussions centered around game development tools and industry topics) to the rise of eSports (discussions on the growth of eSport both locally and internationally) to the consumer market (analysis of various platform holders and publishers across the industry).
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Episodes
EP8: Generational Changes
May 03, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBThe first episode of the year has arrived (and yes, we know it's May). But what better way to reign in the not-so-new year than with a discussion on the two new consoles from Sony and Microsoft, and the future of the console market. On this episode of the show, our hosts Elias and Chilekwa discuss hands-on experience with the Playstation 5 and the Xbox Series X, and try to predict how the two consoles will shape the gaming space in the coming years. We also have a change in format and relea...
EP7: The Year's Best
December 04, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 160 MBOn today's episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about the the nominees of The Game Awards 2020, and make a few predictions along the way. In the news, scalpers are securing an obscene numbers of next-gen consoles, the PlayStation 5 outsells the Xbox Series S and X in Japan by a significant margin, and professional football players are wondering why their names and likenesses makes so much money for EA and not them. And on this week’s topic of the show, our host discuss the nominees o...
EP6: The Evolution of the FPS
November 20, 2020 17:45 - 1 hour - 161 MBOn today's episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about the evolution of the first-person shooter, from classic Doom to the Resistance series. In the news, dbrand cancels PS5 skin pre-orders and offers us our money back because we're not good enough to apply them, Microsoft continue on their Bethesda Acquisition marketing tour, and a Halo Infinite update promised to be coming soon, just not The Game Awards soon. And on this week’s topic of the show, our host discuss their experiences w...
EP5: Launching the Next Generation
November 14, 2020 08:48 - 1 hour - 123 MBOn today's launch week special, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about next-gen (hereby know as current-gen), and go through the FOMO that comes with them not being able to secure either next-gen console. In the news, our hosts discuss recent revelations about the PlayStation 5, including confirmation that there will be no SSD support at launch, and reports that Sony has “sidelined” the launch of the PlayStation 5 in their homeland, Japan. And on this week’s topic of the show, next-gen is...
EP4: Greed as a Service?
November 08, 2020 14:52 - 1 hour - 128 MBOn today's shorter-than-usual-but-still-longer-than-your-average episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa talk about the industry trending towards microtransactions, and whether this is a necessary evil for the increasing cost of making games. In the news, the hosts discuss what may be the most ironic news story of the year, Watch Dogs: Legion getting hacked in real life, and Sony take legal action against the company formally known as PlateStation. And on this week’s topic of the show, the h...
EP3: Nostalgia Trip
November 02, 2020 22:45 - 2 hours - 187 MBOn today's rather late episode, your hosts Elias and Chilekwa reverse the clock, and talk about their past video game experiences, and bask in some well needed nostalgia. In the news, yet another delay for the highly anticipated Cyberpunk 2077, Todd Howard talks Elder Scrolls exclusivity and AMD pull out all the stops. And on this week’s topic of the show, the hosts talk about their ancient friendship, and how each has helped shape the other as a gamer. As usual, hope you enjoy the show! ...
EP2: The Launch Lineup Leveler
October 23, 2020 17:44 - 1 hour - 125 MBOn today's episode, Elias and Chilekwa switch things up from the previous episode by talking about the future, but also keeping things the same by talking about video games. Who says you can’t have your cake and eat it too? In the news, a relatively slow week has our hosts discussing leading quotes from Head of Xbox, Phil Spencer, and the best selling games of the year. And on this week’s topic of the show, they discuss the launch lineups of both next-gen consoles and whether either are re...
Bonus: CodeCast EP33: Console Cold Wars
October 16, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBBonus Episode: CodeCast EP33: Console Cold Wars Hide your Elite controllers, 'cause it's another episode all about video games! Elias and CodeCast debutante Chilekwa talk next-gen: what we know so far about the PlayStation 5 and the Xbox Series X, Microsoft and Sony’s differing approaches to the next generation of consoles and speculation on release date and price. If your a gamer, or are even remotely interested in purchasing a next-gen console, do we have the episode for you! Links and ...
Bonus: CodeCast EP34: Game, Set and Match
October 16, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBBonus: CodeCast EP34: Game, Set and Match On today's episode, Elias and Chilekwa are back talking about the video games, surprising absolutely no one. They review PlayStation's September 16 PS5 Event, and the discuss the chaos that followed. They also discuss the latest evolution of the next generation of consoles, with both Microsoft and Sony having placed their cards on the table. Hardcore gamers, this episode is for you! Links and Info: Elias Phiri: Twitter Chilekwa Munsanje: Twitt...
EP1: All About the VGs
October 16, 2020 16:00 - 2 hours - 232 MBCodeCast Arcade is here! CodeCast’s video game focused podcast, hosted by Elias and Chilekwa, launches, and the first episode is a big (and long) one. On the pilot episode, the hosts dissect a lot of news as the lead up to next-gen continues to heat up, including Microsoft's mammoth acquisition of ZeniMax Media, preorder madness with Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, and the PS5 teardown and UI reveal. On the inaugural topic of the show, the hosts go over their Top 10 Games of the 8th ...