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NOG 24: DWP ver. 0.54 Sep 21, 2010

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You may not know this, but the Dead Workers Party is totally still in beta.
That's the reason why we frequently crash, and we occasionally act up. Let's face it; we're certainly not feature complete.
Eric's memory utilization is awful. Wes has some wicked terrible logic loops. Spencer makes this really weird screeching sound output that we can't figure out how to fix, even though he insists that's the normal sound he makes while talking. And Brent... well, Brent killed seven people last week. That certainly wasn't in the design docs.
To show our appreciation for sticking with us through these troubled times, we're pleased to announce that all beta testers will receive 10% off when they purchase the release version. Unless of course the beta version of Brent kills all of them. We're not liable for that, by the way. READ THE EULA, PEOPLE!
This week we talked about beta testing. Oh, and did you hear what happened at GOG? What a bunch of crap! Oh yeah, and we talked about Minecraft in the first of what promises to be THOUSANDS of hours of talking about Minecraft.
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[GAME] Minecraft

[GAME] Recettear: An Item Shop's Tale

[ARTICLE] What's Happening With Good Old Games?

[VIDEO] Office tour of PopCap Games

[VIDEO] TF2Ware (Team Fortress 2 Wario Ware Mod)

Episode graphic by BETA NSA MSC RTM from BETA ROK 75

NOG 23: Letter Day Sep 15, 2010

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This week we read a bunch of emails. That was fun! You should send more! We'll read them and it will be fun!
Yeah, so there's no special fun time silly post today. I'm a little under the weather. But I don't want to leave everyone in the cold, so watch this instead!
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[ARTICLE] Duke Nukem Forever was brought back to life

[HAUNTED VIDEO GAME] Majora

[CONTEST] Eat Smart For Life Dailyburn.com giveaway

NOG 22: Used Episode Sep 01, 2010

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She's a real beauty, ain't she? Yep. This epsiode is a classic. Sure, she's been downloaded a few thousand times, but she's got plenty left in her. We stand behind all our podcasts here, and this one's no different. Comes with a standard 30-day warranty, of course omitting any problems you might have with the treble levels. Those go out over time, and we can't be held responsible for them.
Let's not focus on the bad, though. Just picture it; you're walking down the street, ear buds in, listening to this classic podcast. The ladies love a man listening to a great episode, you know... Not saying you need any help in that department, just that they'll notice you for sure.
Yeah, you could go across the street and get yourself a new episode, but those guys over there don't really care about the customer. They want to get you into the most recent podcasts; more profit margin there, you know? But I'm hear to get you into the show that's right for you, and I'm betting that this episode will treat you right for a lot of years, and at an exceptionally reasonable price.
Need some time to think it over? That's fine. Here's my card, give me a call anytime. Don't wait too long, though. There's someone else looking pretty hard at this episode, and I'd hate for you to miss out on it.
This week on NoG, we take a look at used games. Are they good? Bad? Immoral? Does anyone care? Also, Brent only plays stupid web games.
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[GAME] Shank

[GAME] Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World: The Game

[GAME] Worms Reloaded

[SHOW] The Tester

[ARTICLE] The $435 Super Mario Bros. Sweater

[ARTICLE] Penny Arcade talks about used games

NOG 21: Monday Night Combat is Awesome Aug 26, 2010

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Man, I am so hung over. I have no idea what day it is. What is this, Tuesday? I guess I should write the post for this week's NoG... Wait, it's Thursday? Well, suck. I guess I shouldn't have crawled into that bottle of Maker's Mark on Sunday after we recorded.
Anyway, what did we talk about this week? Oh right, Monday Night Combat! That game is pretty sweet. If only it would come out on the PC, it would be even sweeter. Let's see, what else... Should games be more like movies? Or less like movies? Something like that. Man, my head is killing me. Maybe I should have another drink... OH CRAP I'm out of booze. I guess now I have no choice but to contemplate the terrible choices I've made during my life.
Oh yeah, we had a pretty good email that got us talking this week. That was pretty cool. YAY! I just found a bottle of 151 secreted away in an old boot! Where did that boot come from, anyway? Hmm... I have some vague recollection of mugging a hobo. Probably best that I don't remember it.
For the next couple of weeks we'll be playing the new free Everquest II Extended thingie, so feel free to join us and let us know what you think. I gotta wrap this up, because this 151 needs a new home... IN MY BELLY. Do I have any mixers? Hmm, out of soda. I wonder if 151 and chicken stock is any good... Only one way to find out!
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[GAME] Kingdoms of Camelot

[GAME] Monday Night Combat

[GAME] Split/Second

[ARTICLE] Warren Spector: Games should not be movies

[GAME] Everquest II Extended

NOG 20: In Which Spencer is Not the Bad Guy Aug 18, 2010

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So after the last show, I was totally expecting to be the one saying bad things about Starcraft II. I was positive everyone was going to be like, "Oh, there goes Spencer again, talking bad about great games. Get a new shtick, pal!" Imagine my surprise when it wasn't me, but another host who had the most bad things to say about Starcraft II! I'm not going to tell you who, you'll have to listen to find out. But I'll give you a clue: It may or may not be the person pictured above.
Oh wait, I'm supposed to type a bunch of random crap here that makes no sense and is only vaguely connected to the subject matter of the show in any rational way. Okay, here goes: Badminton cat escapes from zoo while being ridden by a banjo playing ex-prime minister of Mars!
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