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The Co-Op Episode 212 – Let Me Take You To The Movies

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:37:10 +0000

This is another classic episode of The Co-Op for you people. This week we had a lot to talk about, and things got very intense. Htownplaya(Edward V) ended up making a strong statement, which I’m sure will be discussed well after this podcast. He mentioned that Playstation 3 gamers suck compared to Xbox live players (Rich give me that “UH OH”).

The main topics we touched on this week include the Modern Warfare 2 hacker fiasco, Sony introducing a subscription plan for PSN, and the Spike Video Game Awards nominations for Game Of The Year.

Shout outs to the best rapper alive Bangs for our outro music.

Do not miss this episode.

The Co-Op Episode 211 – D.O.J

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 07:49:05 +0000

The Co-Op is back and better than ever. This week we discuss the recent good news about Final Fantasy, Modern Warfare 2 impressions, NPD’s and Facebook coming to the Playstation 3. Along with that we also have a couple updates to keep you posted on, so sit back and chill with The Koalition for the next hour. Shout outs to our guest Andre Tipton.

The Co-Op Episode 210 – Kill a blogger

Gary A Swaby — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 00:49:25 +0000

We’re back from our hiatus with another jam packed episode of the Co Op. This week we chop it up about God Of War 3, DJ hero, and GTA Gay Tony.

Also the Eurogamer Expo just went down here in London, so myself and Ruthless kid discussed our impressions from the event.

The Co-Op Episode 209 – Among G’s

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 17 Oct 2009 01:07:39 +0000

Check out this very special episode of The Co-Op podcast in which A.B Frasier gives us a first hand impressions of how DJ Hero plays, having played the game at a recent event. There are pictures of the event in the gallery below, so check them out.

Also on this episode we discuss our Uncharted 2: Among Thieves impressions after many of us having bought the game this week. We also ask the question Is Timbaland bringing music creation back to gaming?

There’s lots more in there, even some thoughts about the Balloon Boy. So hit the play button and chill out with us for the next hour.

The Co-Op Episode 208 – I cant believe its not Butterman

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 10 Oct 2009 02:53:25 +0000

Check out another episode of the Co-Op, join Edward V, Gary A Swaby, A.B Frasier, Fergus Mills, Richard Bailey and James g (behind the boards) as we chop it up about the latest gaming topics.

This week we discuss which console has the better line up, Htowns postcard, DJ Hero’s pre-orders, Brutal Legend impressions, Uncharted 2, and Halo’s six year plan. Butterman from MTV Plus a lot more, so press play and enjoy.

The Co-Op Episode 207 – PSP NO GO

Gary A Swaby — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 23:54:09 +0000

This week on the Co-Op podcast we discuss the PSPGo, Uncharted 2 impressions, Social Integration in video games, and Super Street Fighter IV. And we ask the questions Is Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad Of Gay Tony going to be a sleeper hit? and What is the future of game journalism? (based on Garnett Lee leaving 1up)

On the open floor we argue the recent MTV top ten Mc’s list, and things get heated when 7 Dawg gives his reasons for Gucci Mane being on the list.

Listen and Enjoy.

The Co-Op Episode 206 – The Extended Director’s Cut

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 12:01:30 +0000

The Tokyo Game Show has come and gone and left us with tons of things to talk about, even though we didn’t plan to go this long we hope you enjoy all the jam packed discussion we have for you this week.

On this show we discuss Halo ODST impressions, Brutal Legends demo impressions, Nintendo Wii’s price drop, and of course TGS. We also as the questions Is DJ Hero going to be a flop due to its marketing? And, What would be the effects of Microsoft acquiring EA?

Also we have some breaking news regarding a Super Street Fighter IV game, as well as the usual coming soon.

Also make sure you check out our Halo ODST game night happening tonight at 8PM East, see here for more details.

Enjoy.

Link for PSP Japanese Metal Gear Solid Peace Walker Demo for those interested.

The Co-Op Episode 205 – Flashing Lights

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 19 Sep 2009 11:09:23 +0000

We’re back for another episode of The Co-Op, This week we chop it up about the whole Playstation 3 Yellow Light issue that was addressed on BBC Watchdog recently. Along with that we discuss Star Ocean (international) coming to the Playstation 3, Halo ODST, Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2 and much more.

This is another jam packed CO-OP that you don’t want to miss.

The Co-Op Episode 204: The Showdown

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 17:51:16 +0000

So our good friend Andre Tipton wanted to come on the show to debate with some of Haipa Sonikku’s previous statements, so of course we let him be on the panel this week. This is a very special jam packed episode, it would be foolish to miss a minute of it. A lot of facts got passed around in this one.

On this weeks show we discuss the new sonic game, Sony’s business plan, NBA Live demo impressions, Gran Turismo, Forza Motorsport, and are EA sending out checks to journalists with review copies of Dante’s Inferno?

There’s much more packed into this special edition of The Co-Op so don’t miss it.

The Co-Op Podcast Episode 203: The Award Winning Bloggers

Gary A Swaby — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 01:53:36 +0000

The Koalition just won a Black Web blog award, so we’re on an all time high right now. Expect us to step our game up even further from now on, including the Co-Op. So here we are with episode 203, and shout outs to our special guest this week, none other than IxxIconxxI who is just a cool ass gamer.

This week we discuss the recent Playstation Firmware 3.0, the Uncharted 2 limited edition and are Xbox failure rates getting better? Also we have the usual run through of games to be release in the next week, and theres tons more discussion in there to enjoy.

So sit back, relax and enjoy the show.

The Co-Op Episode 202 – All about the facts

Gary A Swaby — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 10:56:51 +0000

This week we discuss the release of the Ps3 Slim, The hype that surrounds many games but then dies out after the games release, Def Jam Rapstar and Haipa Sonikku goes into detail, bringing our attention to the fact that we have been lied to by Square Enix.

You don’t want to miss this edition of The Co-Op

note: If you watch the attached video you can clearly see that they have excluded CGI video from the Final Fantasy XIII game and made it with real time graphics to make it more 360 friendly, this is the video we refer to in the podcast.

You can also check out the pictures here

The Co-Op Season 2 Episode 201: Things Change – Sony Rebrands the Playstation 3

Gary A Swaby — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 23:39:46 +0000

We’re back with a new season of the Co-Op so make sure you subscribe and check us out on iTunes every week, as well as on the site. This week we discuss the events of gamescom, Microsoft dropping the component and HDMI cables, Modern Warfare 2 having no beta and we get at a certain Activision CEO who has been talking real crazy lately.

Also look out for our new cast member Haipa-Sonikku’s run down of all video game releases dropping next week, and listen out as me and kap battle it out for true host of the Co-Op (not really, but expect a back and forth switch of hosting through out the show.

So sit back and jam with The Koalition for the next hour, just press play like Diddy.

The Co Op Podcast Episode 119 – Quality or Quantity?

Gary A Swaby — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:12:14 +0000

We’re back for another episode of The Co-Op; this week on the panel we have the usual suspects (KillaKap, F.Mills, Htown, Swiff, and Hydro behind the boards), however Koalition CEO Mr. 7 dawg surprises us all and hops on about a quarter of the way through. You do not wanna miss this episode, as things get heated as we discuss the matter of Xbox Live Arcade having an advantage over Playstation Network (courtesy of Carl Daniels Article). Also in this episode we give our impressions on King Of Fighters 12,Fat Princess, Splosion man and Marvel vs Capcom 2. Theres also a whole lot more discussion in there, so stop reading and do like Diddy, press play!

The Co-Op Podcast Episode 118 – The Prestige Podcast

Gary A Swaby — Sun, 19 Jul 2009 23:01:07 +0000

The Co-Op is back once again for the latest discussions in the Video Gaming Industry, this week we have F.Mills, Htownplaya, KillaKap and myself Swiff. This week we discuss the Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Prestige edition, Activation’s way of business, and the NPD’s plus more. Enjoy the show and leave comments.

The Co-Op Podcast episode 117 – Swifter than a Twitter update from an Xbox

Gary A Swaby — Mon, 06 Jul 2009 23:42:13 +0000

We’re back for another Co-Op, so listen as A.B Frasier, Htown, Myself and F.Mills chop it up about the latest issues in gaming. On this weeks agenda we discuss Sony’s marketing, the pressure over Sony to announce a price drop, the fight night analog vs buttons issue and out special discussion is “What are the main deciding factors, when choosing which system to buy a game for? explain in depth why you choose
one over the other.” Shout outs to Hydro and Krypt who were behind the boards.

The Co-Op Podcast Episode 116 – Mr Cop Or Flop

Gary A Swaby — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:02:38 +0000

Check out the latest edition of The Co Op podcast presented by Mr. Cop or Flop himself, Fergus Mills. A.B Frasier was unable to host the show this week, but he did manage a brief argument with F.mills, expect a full fledged clash between the two on next weeks show. Topics discussed on this episode include: Impressions on the E3 game critic awards, thoughts on the new Max Payne, Activision applying pressure on Sony and myself (Gary A Swaby) giving a little rundown of my time at E3. This weeks special discussion asks the question “What things in gaming do you feel are played out?”.

Enjoy The Show

The Co-Op Podcast Episode 115 – Who Won E3?

A.B. Frasier — Tue, 09 Jun 2009 15:38:56 +0000

Me and Fergus go head on in the Sony vs. Microsoft debate. He feels Sony won E3. I Feel Microsoft won it. Plus I give some brief hands on details about a few games I played at E3. Randy and Gary are still not home yet, they had to get back on the plane and fly back out to handle personal business, so I’m repping the E3 Koalition crew solo. I have another E3 podcast coming with some guys outside of the team to see what they thought. Stay tuned!

The Co-Op Podcast Episode 114 – E3 Pre Show Part 1

Gary A Swaby — Tue, 19 May 2009 22:22:41 +0000

With E3 only two weeks away, It’s time to start addressing all those rumors and get hype going a little. This week we discuss all the latest rumors circulating about E3, people who start rumors, and what rumor we would start if we had the chance. Also look out for the run down of last week’s NPD numbers, shout outs to K. Sparks for the intro music.

Intro Music: K. Sparks – Sunshine

The Co-Op Episode 113

Gary A Swaby — Mon, 11 May 2009 23:08:10 +0000

Apologies for the hiatus last week, but we are now back for Episode 113 of The Co Op podcast produced by myself Gary A Swaby (Swiff). This week we had a lot on our minds, and the episode rolled on a little longer than we’re used to. On the agenda is Scratch Ultimate DJ’s peripheral vs DJ Hero’s peripheral, 1 vs 100, Sony’s Ghostbuster’s power move, Infamous demo impressions, Modern Warfare 2 teaser impressions and E3 rumors. Our special discussion this week asked to name up to three video game characters you wish you could be for a day. Hope you enjoy listening and we will see you next week.

The Co Op Podcast Episode 112 – No Turntables on my wrist

Gary A Swaby — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 02:34:20 +0000

Welcome to another week of the Co Op podcast, this week A.B Frasier takes the role of executive producer and he conducts another great show. We had a jam packed line up this week, we discuss the Uncharted Multiplayer, Microsoft Live avatar outfits, Microsoft editing video content on Xbox Live plus more. Our special topic this week asked the question “What would Sony, Nintendo or Microsoft have to do to have the most impressive conference at E3″. You don’t want to miss this show, so check it out.