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Off The Cuff
by GeekCast Radio Network, LLC
Off The Cuff dives deep into video games and everything else that's on our minds. Join us for one-on-one conversations about random topics you won't hear anywhere else. It's unscripted, unpredictable, and always entertaining.
Episodes
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E3 2015 Predictions
The hosts break down the major publisher press conference schedules for E3 2015, offering predictions for what fans can expect to see from Bethesda, Microsoft, EA, Ubisoft, and Sony. The discussion covers potential game announcements and updates, including Fallout 4, Halo 5, Gears of War,...
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Geek Culture Collectibles and Nostalgia
The discussion covers personal approaches to collecting various items including action figures, video games, and die-cast cars. We examine the influence of marketing on geek culture, why certain items retain sentimental value, and the experience of downsizing a long-term collection. We also share...
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Geek Culture Bucket List Discussion
The hosts discuss their personal 'geek bucket lists,' covering aspirations like meeting influential figures such as Steve Jobs and Frank Welker, and the desire to work as an extra on a superhero film. They also explore the challenges and technical considerations of building a custom gaming PC…
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Ready Player One Review
Michael Powers and Joe Reed break down Ernest Cline’s novel Ready Player One. The pair discusses their experience reading the book, the effectiveness of the virtual reality world-building within the OASIS, and how the story functions as a love letter to 80s pop culture and video games. They also...
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Why Video Game Movies Struggle to Succeed
Michael Bufinger-Powers and TFG1 Mike discuss the inherent challenges of adapting video games into feature films. They break down the common pitfalls that cause these adaptations to fail, debate the merits of specific entries like the 1993 Super Mario Bros. and Mortal Kombat, and explore whether...
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Nostalgic Toys and Childhood Collections
Michael Powers and guest Steve Phillips discuss the nostalgia of lost childhood toys, the urge to reacquire past favorites, and the joy of finding specific items at flea markets. They share personal anecdotes about their collections, including memories of Ninja Turtles, Star Trek, Batman, and…
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Interview with Arthur Danner on Overrated and Underrated Video Games
In the inaugural episode of the new podcast format, host Michael Powers and guest Arthur Danner discuss their picks for the most overrated and underrated video games of all time. The pair debate the legacy of Final Fantasy VII, the marketing and post-launch content of Destiny, and the impact of...
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Bayonetta 2 and Sunset Overdrive Review
The hosts discuss their experiences with recent gaming releases and revisit older titles. The episode features a review of Bayonetta 2 on the Wii U and a deep dive into the mechanics, controls, and absurdist humor of Sunset Overdrive. The team also covers the state of the Grand Theft Auto V...
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A Discussion on Destiny and Game Controller History
The team covers listener feedback on Destiny, including opinions on its gameplay loops and comparisons to Halo and Borderlands. They discuss their experience at Grand Con, their thoughts on the convention experience for comic and board game fans, and their changing preference for collecting...
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Sly Cooper and the Theatrics of Trophy Hunting
The hosts discuss their experiences with trophy hunting in various games, including their mixed feelings on Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time and the challenge of balancing trophy completion with genuine enjoyment. The group also covers the recent news of a teenager sentenced for 'swatting,' shares...
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GTA V and The Last of Us Remastered Discussion
The hosts discuss their experiences playing Grand Theft Auto V and The Last of Us Remastered, including their favorite user-created content and challenges within GTA Online. They share their perspectives on the trend of releasing remastered versions of previous-generation games on newer consoles,...
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Destiny Beta and The Wolf Among Us Review
The hosts discuss their experiences with the Destiny beta, specifically noting the technical performance on PS3, the limitations of the three-player fireteam system, and the game's mission structures. They also review the video game The Wolf Among Us, debating whether knowledge of the original...
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The Wolf Among Us Review
The show returns to discuss the narrative, voice acting, and sound design of the episodic Telltale game The Wolf Among Us. The conversation covers the player's agency in shaping the personality of Bigby Wolf, the impact of various moral choices, and specific encounters with characters like the...
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50th Anniversary Special
In a surreal, futuristic episode set in the year 2062, the hosts celebrate the 50th anniversary of the podcast. The discussion covers a chaotic array of topics including the long-awaited release of Half-Life 3, the prohibition of video games, the transition of Microsoft into Wind Vision, and the...
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Xbox Live Outages, Retro Gaming Nostalgia, and Transformers: Age of Extinction
Mike Powers and Art Danner discuss the persistent frustration of Xbox Live outages preventing them from playing Titanfall, as well as the console-centric interface issues they encountered while playing War Thunder on PS4. The conversation pivots to video game momentum, specifically questioning if...
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Unscripted Hangout Session
The hosts step away from their usual gaming focus to spend the episode just talking, sharing stories, and catching up. The discussion covers a wide range of personal anecdotes, including experiences with excessive drinking, awkward social interactions, memories of past gaming marathons, and the...
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Nintendo Wii U and 1994 Gaming Nostalgia
The hosts discuss their recent experiences with the Nintendo Wii U, including playing Super Metroid and Mario Kart 8, while reflecting on the state of gaming in 1994. They also talk about playing The Wolf Among Us and The Walking Dead, specifically debating the merits of playing episodic games...
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Thief, The Wolf Among Us, and The Last of Us Documentary Discussion
The hosts discuss their experiences playing the new Thief game, highlighting its challenging stealth mechanics and the jarring quality of its pre-rendered cutscenes. They also cover recent gaming completions, including Episode 2 of The Wolf Among Us and the documentary 'Grounded: The Making of…
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Discussing Video Game Hobbies and Comic Book Reading Lists
The panel explores activities to pursue during gaming lulls, focusing on comic book reading and personal creative outlets. The conversation covers current comic series like Ultimate Marvel and Blackest Night, shares thoughts on the Guardians of the Galaxy trailer, and touches on hardware choices...
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2013 Game of the Year Discussion
The hosts discuss their top games from 2013, focusing on their number four and five picks. They analyze their experiences with Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, Payday 2, Lego Marvel Super Heroes, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, BioShock Infinite, and State of Decay. The conversation covers gameplay...
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Comic Book Collecting and Industry Discussion
The hosts fill a quiet gaming season by diving into their personal histories with comic books, discussing how they got started with titles like X-Men, Batman, and Superman. They break down various storylines and crossovers including The Death of Superman, Avengers Disassembled, and Battle of the...
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Gaming Histories and Upcoming Releases
The hosts discuss how their early gaming experiences shaped their understanding of game mechanics, reflecting on the evolution of platformers like Super Mario Brothers and the challenges of playing older titles on modern displays. The conversation covers current gaming habits, thoughts on the...
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Recent Gaming Experiences and Anticipated Releases
The hosts discuss their current gaming sessions, covering titles including The Walking Dead, DuckTales: Remastered, Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag, and Beyond Good and Evil HD. They debate the merits of classic PC games like Trespasser and Scorch, explore the impact of subscription services like...
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Discussion on Zelda, Assassin's Creed 4, and Telltale Games
The hosts welcome back a returning member and dive into a variety of gaming topics. They analyze whether The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds is suitable for newcomers and discuss the open-world gameplay of Assassin's Creed 4: Black Flag. The conversation shifts to their thoughts on the...
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Gone Home and Bioshock Infinite: Burial at Sea Review
The hosts discuss their experiences finishing Gone Home and the first episode of the Bioshock Infinite: Burial at Sea DLC. They break down the atmosphere, sound design, and narrative strengths of both titles, comparing their gameplay experiences and technical aspects. The conversation explores…
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PlayStation 4 Launch Titles and Assassin's Creed IV Black Flag Roundup
The hosts discuss their experiences with PlayStation 4 launch titles including Knack, Call of Duty: Ghosts, Battlefield 4, and Killzone: Shadow Fall. The conversation covers the single-player campaigns, the state of online multiplayer, and the technical performance of these games on the new...
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The Evolution of PlayStation and Xbox Consoles Review
This episode covers the history and personal experiences of the hosts regarding the console launches of the original PlayStation through the PlayStation 4, and the Xbox through the Xbox One. The hosts discuss their first impressions of the hardware, their favorite game memories, and share…
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Seventh Generation Console Awards
The hosts tabulate listener votes to determine the best games, franchises, and developers of the seventh console generation. Categories include the best titles on Wii, PlayStation 3, and Xbox 360, as well as the top digital arcade releases and overall industry innovations. The discussion covers...
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Batman: Arkham Origins Review
The hosts discuss their experiences playing Batman: Arkham Origins, considering it a successful prequel that maintains the high standards of the series despite being developed by a new studio. The conversation also covers current progress in Grand Theft Auto V, including the upcoming 'Beach Bum'...
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The Last of Us, Rayman Legends, Okami HD, Ico, Resident Evil 5, Machinarium, and Super Mario 3D Land Discussion
The crew discusses their recent experiences across various gaming platforms, focusing on the atmosphere and mechanics of titles like The Last of Us and Ico. They also share thoughts on the PlayStation Vita version of Rayman Legends, their frustrations with the controls of Resident Evil 5, and an...
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LEGO Marvel Super Heroes Demo Impressions
The hosts discuss their experiences with the LEGO Marvel Super Heroes demo, highlighting the Hulk and Iron Man mechanics, character variety, and frustrations with local co-op and environment feedback. The conversation also shifts to next-gen gaming news, specifically the delay of Watch Dogs, the...
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Grand Theft Auto V Online and Listener Q&A
The crew discusses their experiences playing Grand Theft Auto V Online, including police chases, vehicle performance, and game mechanics. They also respond to listener feedback regarding microtransactions in gaming and discuss which obscure superheroes or supervillains would make for interesting...
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Nintendo Hardware Preferences and Grand Theft Auto Online Launch Issues
The hosts discuss listener feedback regarding Nintendo's console strategy, including what could motivate a Wii U purchase, the legacy of Metroid and the GameCube, and the pros and cons of Nintendo's current development approach. They also share their frustrations with the server failures and...
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Grand Theft Auto V Discussion
The hosts discuss their experiences with Grand Theft Auto V, including the game's mechanics, character switching, and graphical performance across platforms. They also share stories from Grand Con, specifically regarding their experiences with various board games and tabletop gaming, and provide...
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Xbox One and PlayStation 4 Launch Lineups
The hosts discuss their experiences with Diablo 3 on consoles and dive into the upcoming launch titles for both the Xbox One and PlayStation 4. They analyze the release lineups, share which games they are most excited about, and offer their thoughts on various titles including Dead Rising 3…
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Listener Feedback and Fourth Quarter 2013 Gaming Roundup
The hosts discuss listener feedback covering late-night gaming snacks, the definition of winning a console generation, and plans for keeping current-gen systems after upgrading. The episode also features a preview of the upcoming GrandCon gaming and comics convention. Finally, the group begins a...
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Kentucky Route Zero, Saints Row IV, and Dragon Fantasy Discussion
The crew discusses a variety of games including Kentucky Route Zero, Saints Row IV, Hitman Absolution, and Dragon Fantasy. They also share their experiences with the Games with Gold program, War Thunder streaming, and the Oddworld series. The episode features a look at game collection, co-op...
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Saints Row IV Review
The team discusses their experience with Saints Row IV, debating whether the game's added superpowers, weapon skins, and revised side missions justify its full retail price given that it reuses the map and assets from its predecessor. They analyze the title's shift toward absurd, parody-heavy…
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Disney Infinity and Killzone Mercenary Beta Discussion
The hosts break down their experience with the toys-to-life game Disney Infinity, covering the mechanics of the Toy Box mode, character compatibility, and their thoughts on the various expansion packs and collectibles. They also touch on the technical issues with early game updates and the…
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Most Intense Horror Moments in Gaming
The crew discusses their recent gaming experiences, including co-op sessions of PixelJunk Monsters, the art style controversy surrounding Dragon's Crown, and progress in Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass. The episode moves into a discussion about memorable horror gaming moments that caused…
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Gaming Roundup: Dragon's Dogma, State of Decay, Deadpool, Retro City Rampage, Silent Hill: Book of Memories, Stealth Inc, and Muramasa Rebirth
The hosts discuss their recent gaming habits, covering the combat and pawn system in Dragon's Dogma, the survival mechanics of State of Decay's sandbox mode, and the over-the-top action in Deadpool. They also share thoughts on several PlayStation Vita titles, including the dungeon-crawling of...
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Evolution of Our Personal Gaming Habits
The hosts discuss how their relationships with video games have evolved since childhood, contrasting early memories of social arcade sessions and single-player RPGs with their current gaming preferences and time constraints. They explore the influence of console history, from the Atari 2600 to…
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Deadpool and The Last of Us Discussion
The hosts discuss their impressions of the Deadpool video game, debating whether fan service compensates for its gameplay issues and frame rate drops. They also compare the game to the Batman Arkham series and discuss the general trends of licensed movie games. Finally, the group shares their...
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Analyzing the Xbox One Policy Reversal
The team discusses Microsoft's sudden decision to remove controversial DRM policies and the 24-hour check-in requirement for the Xbox One. They look at the shift in messaging, the loss of potential game-sharing features, and how these changes impact the system's comparison to the PlayStation 4.…
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Microsoft E3 Press Conference Roundup
We break down our gut reactions to the Microsoft E3 press conference. We cover the announcement of the new Xbox 360 model, the removal of Microsoft Points, and discuss a wide range of games including World of Tanks, Max: The Curse of Brotherhood, Dark Souls 2, Metal Gear Solid 5, Ryse: Son of…
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E3 2013 Predictions
The crew discusses their expectations for E3 2013, focusing on the upcoming battle between the PlayStation 4 and the Xbox One. They share predictions on which console will have a stronger showing, compare their differing strategies regarding indie games and consumer feedback, and debate potential...
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Xbox One Announcement Discussion
The hosts break down their reactions to the recent Xbox One reveal event, including the console's physical design and the divisive focus on integrated cable television features. They discuss concerns regarding used game policies, the potential for always-online DRM, and the uncertainty…
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BioShock Infinite Spoiler-Filled Review
The GCRN crew breaks down the entirety of BioShock Infinite, offering a candid discussion on the game's combat mechanics, the controversial narrative structure, and how it compares to the series' predecessors. The hosts debate the effectiveness of the Vigors and the skyline system while analyzing...
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Modern Portable Gaming Systems
The hosts discuss their recent gaming habits, including SimCity, Ace Combat 6, and a replay of Chrono Trigger. They then shift to their final segment on the history of handheld consoles, focusing on the Nintendo 3DS and PlayStation Vita. The conversation covers the 3DS launch, the divisive nature...
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XCOM, Bad Piggies, and The Cave Review
The hosts discuss their experiences with several video games, starting with a deep dive into the mechanics and squad management of the turn-based strategy game XCOM: Enemy Unknown. The conversation moves on to mobile gaming with the physics-based title Bad Piggies. Finally, the group explores the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Off The Cuff dives deep into video games and everything else that's on our minds. Join us for one-on-one conversations about random topics you won't hear anywhere else. It's unscripted, unpredictable, and always entertaining.
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GeekCast Radio Network, LLC
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Off The Cuff dives deep into video games and everything else that's on our minds. Join us for one-on-one conversations about random topics you won't hear anywhere else. It's unscripted, unpredictable, and always entertaining.
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