Shelved Games Podcast
118 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsThe Shelved Games Podcast is a lighthearted show looking at the video games of today and the ones still on the shelf!
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107 - Shelved Games Podcast 06/04/2018
June 04, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBThe Pokémon Company is coming for your wallets! The latest games in the franchise revisit the nostalgia of the original games while paving the way for what's to come. The PUBG Corporation is suing Epic over Fortnite's alleged infringement and EA hopes you forget how much they loved loot boxes last year. Plus, it's leak season! Find out all the latest game announcements before they happen at E3! Find Jason Schreier's article mentioned on todays episode here: Battlefield V Shows How The Video...
106 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/28/2018
May 28, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.8 MBWith the announcement of Battlefield V, fans are outraged that a game that loosely borrows the trappings of WWII isn’t “historically accurate.” Absurd weapons and action scenes are fine, but women and people of colour are apparently a bridge too far. Boss Key studio folds after its recent troubles, Epic puts up $100 million for Fortnite’s tournaments, and No Man’s Sky is getting multiplayer 2 years later. Plus, Microsoft doubles down on accessibility with a new adaptive controller. Have que...
105 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/14/2018
May 14, 2018 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.6 MBSplinter Cell is back, baby! Thanks to a retail listing mistake, we have news on a bunch of unannounced games. Epic and Marvel team up to add Thanos to Fortnite, Nintendo is adding cloud saves for a price, and an NRA mouthpiece keeps bringing up old arguments about the dangers of gaming. Plus, the disastrous Pokémon Go Fest is coming back this summer. Have questions or topic suggestions for the show? Jump into the Discord server and be a part of the conversation! https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJS...
104 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/07/2018
May 07, 2018 12:30 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBFortnite scams are running rampant on YouTube! China throws a bunch of PUBG hackers in jail, MOBA's can't resist the lure of Battle Royale, and multiplayer finally comes to Stardew. The FTC tells console manufacturers that customers have the right to repair their hardware and we share our thoughts on the hotly anticipated Red Dead Redemption 2. Plus, getting Harry Potter lore wrong is a recipe for disaster! Have questions or topic suggestions for the show? Jump into the Discord server and b...
103 - Shelved Games Podcast 04/30/2018
April 30, 2018 13:00 - 58 minutes - 53.6 MBPlayers are fed up with the latest chapter in the Harry Potter saga: Microtransactions and Magic! The Nintendo Switch has had a stellar year, Quantic Dream sues the media, and a harassment awareness campaign stumbles before it even starts. Plus, Belgium sets an incredible precedent with its decision that lootboxes are illegal! Have questions or topic suggestions for the show? Jump into the Discord server and be a part of the conversation! https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z Find our lives...
102 - Shelved Games Podcast 04/23/2018
April 23, 2018 14:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBCall of Duty decides its tentpole games don't need a story campaign anymore. But what will players think when Black Ops 4 launches this fall? Fortnite is making boatloads of money on mobile, esports are coming to a high school near you, and PUBG is getting a massive overhaul. Plus, we're getting a movie version of The Division. Because video game movies always work. Always. Have questions or topic suggestions for the show? Jump into the Discord server and be a part of the conversation! http...
101 - Shelved Games Podcast 04/16/2018
April 17, 2018 03:20 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBThe oldest esport of all, high score chasing in arcades, is rocked by a decades long cheating scandal. With the King of Kong dethroned, what happens next? Also, where do we see esports heading in the next 10 years? Radical Heights enters the battle royale arena, SteamSpy gets shutdown, and esports stars won't stop behaving badly. Plus, Drake is handling all of Fortnite's PR moving forward. Have questions or topic suggestions for the show? Jump into the Discord server and be a part of the c...
100 - Shelved Games Podcast 04/09/2018
April 09, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBIt's our 100th episode! As Shadow of War becomes the next big game to drop microtransactions, what are players actually willing to pay for and when do things cross the line? As developers chase trends, do certain markets become oversaturated? Why can't esports personalities clean up their act? And what the heck happened to Steam Machines? Plus, why is orange juice with pulp inferior? The answers to these burning questions and more on this week's show! Have questions or topic suggestions for...
99 - Shelved Games Podcast 04/02/2018
April 02, 2018 14:00 - 51 minutes - 47.2 MBFortnite's community is falling into the same old traps of gatekeeping as its popularity explodes. Why is it so hard to accept that everyone plays games? The latest Twitch darling, Ninja, falls out of graces after using a slur in a freestyle rap and apparently 2016 is back with a vengeance as both Pokémon Go and No Man's Sky get massive updates. Plus, how do you keep innocuous emojis from becoming racist memes? Have questions or topic suggestions for the show? Jump into the Discord server ...
98 - Shelved Games Podcast 03/26/2018
March 26, 2018 14:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBMagic: The Gathering hopes to steal the card-game-crown back from Hearthstone. John discusses his thoughts on the closed beta and what challenges are ahead. There's building momentum for game developers to unionize after recent talks at the Game Developer's Conference, but will it actually happen? PlayerUnknown's Battlegrounds and Fortnite clash as they both hit mobile devices in North America and shipping Nintendo cartridges full of drugs is a crime. Who knew? Be a part of the conversation...
97 - Shelved Games Podcast 03/19/2018
March 19, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBFortnite has become this year's runaway success. Everyone is playing it and everyone is talking about it. Hell, Drake loves it. Should we love it too? What led to its success and where does it have left to go? Nintendo announces a new Smash Brothers game, Battlefront 2 finally sorts out its loot boxes, and Trump's meeting with the industry seems like it was a waste of time. Plus, why would someone attack their boyfriend with a katana? PUBG, of course. Be a part of the conversation on the S...
96 - Shelved Games Podcast 03/05/2018
March 05, 2018 15:00 - 50 minutes - 46.3 MBThe Entertainment Software Association decides to put warning labels on video games in response to concerns over loot boxes and microtransactions. But does that actually accomplish anything? Trump says he's meeting with the games industry this week to "solve" gun violence, but no one got the invite. Plus, Harry Potter is getting a new mobile game, Overwatch gets a new support hero, and Wreck it Ralph takes a dangerous trip to the internet. Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games ...
95 - Shelved Games Podcast 02/26/2018
February 26, 2018 15:00 - 54 minutes - 49.9 MBIn the wake of another shooting tragedy in the US, fingers are being pointed at violent video games as the cause. Why is this tired and consistently debunked theory such an easy fallback? And what should conversations about video game violence actually look like? Breath of the Wild wins big at the DICE awards, Assassin's Creed Origins dabbles in censorship, and someone thought a Sonic movie would be a good idea. Plus, how do you deal with other people flaming you in games? Be a part of the...
94 - Shelved Games Podcast 02/19/2018
February 19, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 77.7 MBToday we interview game developer David Milne to get a more informed opinion on what happens behind the scenes in the industry. Is the traditional $60 game going the way of the dodo and will games as service rule the market? Cheaters might be driving away PUBG's audience, Valve breaks ties with a studio that reviews their own games, and Mafia 3 developer Hanger 13 is hit with layoffs. Plus, what might government crackdown on loot boxes look like? Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved...
93 - Shelved Games Podcast 02/12/2018
February 12, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 56.4 MBWhy do controversial personalities become so successful? And why don't Twitch and YouTube punish them when they step out of line? We discuss recent controversies with Dr. Disrespect, Logan Paul, Tyler1, and more. PUBG comes to smartphones in China, Red Dead 2 gets delayed again, and Nintendo is still having a stellar year. Plus, when the developer of a favourite game turns out to be a bad person, how do we reconcile that? Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://d...
Shelved Flicks - Pixels (2015)
February 05, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 94.7 MBIntroducing "Shelved Flicks!" This is a series of commentary tracks to pair with the finest offerings of video game cinema. What happens when you combine the comedy stylings of Adam Sandler and the nostalgia of 80s video games? Well..... you get Pixels. We're sorry. We're sorry we did this. Please don't watch this movie. Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z Find our livestreams on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/shelvedgames
92 - Shelved Games Podcast 01/29/2018
January 29, 2018 15:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MBWhat sort of tune will Anthem sing? As ripples of recent missteps in similar games make waves in the industry, the pressure is on for EA and BioWare's upcoming title. Dragon Ball FighterZ is a hit, Paragon gets canned, and cryptocurrencies are driving up the prices of video cards. Plus, who the heck is asking for a Duke Nukem movie? Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z Find our livestreams on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/shelvedg...
91 - Shelved Games Podcast 01/22/2018
January 22, 2018 15:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBNintendo surprises us once again with the introduction of Labo! Will their creative cardboard gamble pay off? David Cage is accused of fostering a toxic work environment at Quantic Dream, China and Tencent crack down on PUBG hackers, and a new Steam competitor will tackle returns and cryptocurrency. Plus, CD Projekt teases a look at Cyberpunk 2077! Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z Find our livestreams on Twitch: https://www.tw...
90 - Shelved Games Podcast 01/15/2018
January 15, 2018 15:00 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBAn argument between two Call of Duty players results in the swatting death of a man in Wichita. Who bears responsibility? And how do we prevent tragedies like this from happening again? The HTC Vive gets a hardware upgrade, Nintendo announces the remaster of a fan favourite, and Bungie tries to make good with its community. Plus, why would Riot Games rescind a lifetime ban for one of League of Legend's "most toxic players?" Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https:/...
89 - The Shelved Games of the Year - 01/01/2018
January 01, 2018 14:00 - 1 hour - 82.3 MBWe count down the BEST games we played in 2017! What titles from this year impressed us and what did we take off the shelf from years past? Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z Find our livestreams on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/shelvedgames
88 - Shelved Games Podcast 12/25/2017
December 25, 2017 14:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBWhat do video games have in store for us in the days ahead? We count down our most anticipated titles of 2018 and beyond! Will they be the games that we hold dear for years to come? Or will they flounder into obscurity? (They'll probably just be delayed, but let's have fun anyway!) Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z Help us raise money for our children's hospital by getting in those last minute donations! https://www.extra-life....
87 - Shelved Games Podcast 12/18/2017
December 18, 2017 14:00 - 55 minutes - 50.4 MBWhat the heck is going on with Star Citizen? Lawsuits, backer complaints, and more. Bungie backtracks on restricting content in Destiny 2, the UK puts out data on underage gambling with cosmetic items, and PUBG is a broken mess on Xbox. Plus, Ted and John find a new obsession in Rainbow Six Siege and Chisulo is living that Switch Life. Be a part of the conversation on the Shelved Games Discord: https://discord.gg/0cnPsuJSU8De134Z
86 - Shelved Games Podcast 12/11/2017
December 11, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBPUBG finally nears its official release date! Will this latest patch help the game keep its momentum moving into the new year? We catch up on Battlefront 2 and the loot crate debacle, discuss Destiny 2 locking content behind DLC, and recap all of the highs and lows of the 2017 Game Awards. Plus, Mario is coming to theatres again and Ryan Reynolds is going to play.... Pikachu? Thank you to everyone who helped us raise $2,400 for the BC Children's hospital. You can still donate before the end...
Reminder! - Extra Life 2017
November 27, 2017 14:00 - 9 minutes - 8.77 MBOn December 2nd we'll be hosting our annual 24-hour Extra Life charity marathon! Tune in starting at 9am Pacific time for a chance to win great prizes. Check out our donation page for all the info and to help us with this great cause: https://www.extra-life.org/participant/shelved We'll be live-streaming the entire 24-hour marathon on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/shelvedgames Check out the podcast discussion channel on Discord: https://discord.gg/d3jnaKk
85 - Shelved Games Podcast 11/13/2017
November 13, 2017 14:00 - 58 minutesHarry Potter Go is coming to our mobile devices whether we like it or not. Can Niantic duplicate the success of Pokémon Go? Take Two doubles down on microtransactions, the voice actor strike comes to an end, and TellTale is hit by layoffs. (Sorry about Ted's audio. It'll be fixed next time!)
84 - Shelved Games Podcast 11/06/2017
November 06, 2017 14:00 - 1 hour[Content Warning: In this episode we discuss sexual/domestic violence and rape starting at 00:31:00.] If video games want to tackle issues of domestic and sexual violence, they need to be held to the same standards as other art forms. Is David Cage’s latest game up to the task? Big announcements come out of both Blizzard and Sony, PUBG gets a release date on Xbox One, and the Nintendo Switch is on track to be a best seller. Plus, Call of Duty somehow manages to make loot boxes even grosser.
83 - Shelved Games Podcast 10/30/2017
October 30, 2017 13:00 - 59 minutesNeoGAF gets taken out after allegations of sexual harassment are levied against its owner. How will the industry react to the death of the once massively influential gaming forum? Animal Crossing is coming to mobile, Lego Dimensions gets shuttered, and Bungie accidentally bans players in Destiny 2. Plus, IO Interactive's Hitman continues to be the best game of 2016/17.
82 - Shelved Games Podcast 10/23/2017
October 23, 2017 13:00 - 1 hourEA shuts down Visceral, makers of Dead Space and the highly anticipated Star Wars narrative-action game. If Star Wars can't save single player story games, what can? Team Fortress 2 gets an update for its 10th anniversary, Activision patents a shady matchmaking system, and Pokémon Go launches its Halloween event. Plus, serious allegations of sexual harassment are made against one of Sony's biggest studios, Naughty Dog.
81 - Shelved Games Podcast 10/16/2017
October 16, 2017 13:00 - 1 hourWill Star Wars: Battlefront 2 be the next major game to fall on the loot box sword? Do loot boxes actually constitute gambling? And how are we going to classify these models for consumers? Hulu is jumping on the esports bandwagon, Counter-Strike gets a facelift, and Humble Bundle gets bought out.
80 - Shelved Games Podcast 10/09/2017
October 09, 2017 13:00 - 1 hourWhy are we seeing free-to-play models being applied to full-priced video games? Are microtransactions adversely affecting the design of blockbuster titles? We get a closer look at Red Dead Redemption 2, Assassin's Creed wants to be educational, and the voice actors' strike might be closer to a resolution. Plus, are toxic attitudes among game enthusiasts keeping developers silent?
79 - Shelved Games Podcast 10/02/2017
October 02, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBHow do you make it as a small-time streamer on Twitch? Today we interview RyanEmZed to chat about the largest video game live-streaming site on the planet. What gets views and what doesn't? How should people monetize their content? Is affiliate status good for streamers? How do you police your community and deal with harassment. All this and more!
78 - Shelved Games Podcast 09/25/2017
September 25, 2017 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBFortnite and Player Unknown's Battlegrounds go head to head in a battle royale for the battle royale genre. Steam tries to fix the issue of review bombings, the Nintendo Switch honours Iwata, and Battleborn fades away into obscurity. Plus, the Tomb Raider reboot gets a theatrical reboot and why aren't all games cross-platform these days? Check out Ted's new site. And follow him on Instagram.
77 - Shelved Games Podcast 09/18/2017
September 18, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 69.1 MBWhat happens when the largest YouTube celebrity on the planet uses a racial slur on a livestream? Will PewDiePie's behaviour ever catch up with him? Plus, an item in Destiny 2 bears a striking resemblance to a white nationalist symbol, Fortnite jumps on the Battle Royale bandwagon, and Blizzard can't keep pace with toxic players in Overwatch. Nintendo also can't seem to figure out what to do with their mini Classic consoles, to the frustration and detriment of their fans.
76 - Shelved Games Podcast 09/11/2017
September 11, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBWelcome back to another episode of "The Problem with Microtransactions!" Destiny 2 upsets its community by introducing shaders in loot boxes and Shadow of War memorializes a deceased developer ... then charges for it. The new South Park game attempts social commentary by changing its difficulty based on skin colour. Does it work? Or will it come across as tasteless? Plus Steam gets blocked in Malaysia for a short time and the new Magic The Gathering: Arena hopes to steal back card game glory ...
75 - Shelved Games Podcast 09/04/2017
September 04, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 70 MBIs Valve's greed keeping us from getting Half-Life 3? Or is it a more nuanced and complicated subject? The Olympics are thinking of including esports for future events, an indie developer torrents their own game, and how are the Yakuza keeping esports out of Japan? Plus, Nintendo announces a slew of new indie titles and Player Unknown's Battlegrounds keeps smashing records.
74 - Shelved Games Podcast 08/28/2017
August 28, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBWhy is Middle-earth: Shadow of War implementing terrible micro-transactions? The HTC Vive gets a price cut, No Man's Sky receives a massive update, and Age of Empires finally has a sequel. Plus we debate whether video games actually respect our time, and why there's never really a "perfect" time to play a game anymore.
73 - Shelved Games Podcast 08/21/2017
August 21, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 104 MBThe Dota 2 International has passed and we have a huge episode to recap our experiences at the event! First, we sit down with the founders of the Defense of the Patience podcast to learn about their show and their work in the Dota community. Then, Megan and John get into the nitty-gritty of attending TI. What's it like to be in the crowd? Which hero plushy is the most aerodynamic? And what is the exclusive after party like? All this and more!
72 - Shelved Games Podcast 08/07/2017
August 07, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBHow are Trump's administration and its policies hurting the video game industry? And what does that mean for developers in the United States and those moving to Canada? Plus, the WNBA finally comes to video games, a dev tries to handle stream sniping, and video game Kickstarters seem to be on their way out. Also, why do people keep trying to have LANs on cruise ships?
71 - Shelved Games Podcast 07/31/2017
July 31, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBBlizzard doubles down on its reporting system in Overwatch, but can developers find a balance in implementing these types of systems? We debate the merits and drawbacks of player reporting and how to improve those systems. Plus, Walmart bungles preorders for the SNES Classic, Dota becomes more accessible, and PUBG adds purchasable cosmetics.
70 - Shelved Games Podcast 07/24/2017
July 24, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBShould developers take a firmer stance on player behaviour and threats of violence in their own communities? One of PUBG's biggest influencers gets into trouble for just that with the game's creator. We also discuss the disastrous Pokemon Go Fest in Chicago and the release of the game's first legendary. Plus: Nintendo is 10 years behind the competition, esports can't hack it on TV, and TellTale follows up on fan favourite games.
69 - Shelved Games Podcast 07/17/2018
July 17, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBIs Blizzard cutting out the little guy with their new Overwatch League? Or will their traditional sports model pay off? We also debate the benefits and drawbacks of MMO games as EVE Online uses its player base to help researchers find new planets. The Oculus Rift might be getting a new standalone VR headset, Astro gaming gets acquired, and why is PUBG so watchable?
68 - Shelved Games Podcast 07/10/2017
July 10, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 65.2 MBOverwatch finally gets its much anticipated new hero: Doomfist! Tencent tries to proactively assuage parental fears over their highly addictive mobile game Honor of Kings, Valve implements major (and minor!) changes to its competitive scene, and the massively successful Five Nights at Freddy's franchise may never see another sequel.
67 - Shelved Games Podcast 07/03/2017
July 03, 2017 13:00 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBThe SNES Classic is coming for your wallet! Will Nintendo learn from its past mistakes and be able to keep up with demand? IO Interactive goes indie, Sega Forever has a rocky start, and Mass Effect Andromeda isn't getting story DLC. Plus, we can't stop singing The Witcher 3's praises!
66 - Shelved Games Podcast 06/26/2017
June 26, 2017 13:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBMajor changes are coming to Pokémon Go! Is it enough to save Nintendo's mobile behemoth, or will it be a one hit wonder? Plus, everyone is chasing the Netflix of games and Riot sets a high price for League of Legends franchises.
65 - Shelved Games Podcast 06/19/2017
June 19, 2017 13:00 - 2 hours - 119 MBWe break down all the big announcements from E3 2017! What do the major publishers and developers have planned for the world of video games for the next few years? And why do they keep trying to turn everything into an esport?!
64 - Shelved Games Podcast 06/05/2017
June 06, 2017 04:46 - 57 minutes - 78.9 MBJohn recounts his time at the Canadian Games Studies Association's annual conference. How do academics cover video games? What does the latest research say? Find out as John flips through his notes and rambles for an hour.
63 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/29/2017
May 29, 2017 13:00 - 56 minutes - 77.9 MBWargaming threatens one of their community members over a negative critique of World of Tanks. Red Dead Redemption 2 gets delayed, the Uncharted movie gets a new lead, and Xbox is launching the Netflix of games. Plus, Counter-Strike is finally holding another massive in-game event called Operation Hydra. *mumbling under breath* "Hail Hydra....."
62 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/22/2017
May 22, 2017 13:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBWe break down all the news from the Destiny 2 reveal and discuss whether Bungie can salvage their franchise. Zenimax can't stop suing people, Zelda is coming to smartphones, and Ubisoft announces Far Cry 5. Plus, The Witcher is being turned into a Netflix series! Will Geralt survive the jump to TV?
61 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/15/2017
May 15, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 144 MBHow do academics talk about queer identity and representation in games? We sit down with a recent grad to find out! Assassin’s Creed Origins gets leaked, Mass Effect is put on hiatus, and are there already problems with Blizzard’s Overwatch League? Plus, Twitch is planning an interactive TV series and we ask, “Why is it so hard to make money on YouTube right now?”
60 - Shelved Games Podcast 05/08/2017
May 08, 2017 12:00 - 1 hour - 123 MBShould a team of transgender Counter Strike players have been barred from a women’s tournament? On today’s show, we discuss inclusivity in esports and so much more. Battlegrounds continues to be successful and has plans to include loot boxes, Darksiders 3 gets leaked, and Dota 2’s last major finishes with a pervy montage video. Plus, the NBA is making a big play by getting into esports with 2K.