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PODCAST #149 – February 04, 2011 (01:06:53)

This week things get a little rowdy when the crew breaks off into a broad discussion about how the online gaming community may be hurting the video game experience rather than helping. They also talk about Killzone 3, and how it is the best shooter thus far (and may stay that way for the rest of the year) and much more.

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PODCAST #148 – January 28, 2011 (00:59:35)

This week’s podcast has a truly exciting variety of things going on – Dead Space 2, Two Worlds II, and quick talk about Bulletstorm and the monumental reveal of the NGP (PSP2) from Sony.

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PODCAST #147 – January 21, 2011 (01:09:15)

In the latest Podcast episode, discover what is in store for the newly relaunched Cheat Code Central Podcast. The numbering is continuing but, it is all new on the inside.

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PODCAST #146 – September 24, 2010 (00:26:59)

In the latest Cheat Code Central Podcast episode, hear about Halo: Reach, PlayStation Move and more! Other news: Pirates to blame for no Super Street Fighter IV on the PC, Microsoft still says Blu-Ray is not important, Netflix in Canada on the PS3 means good things for US next month, Konami / Rock Band lawsuit ends with a whimper and much more.

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PODCAST #145 – September 10, 2010 (01:28:01)

In the latest Cheat Code Central Podcast episode, hear about Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions, Kingdom Hearts: Birth by Sleep, Guilty Party and more! Other news: Jailbreaking your PS3 means no PSN, Duke Nukem Forever, Kojima’s Twitter account outrage, the cost of living in a town that will get you banned from Xbox Live, and much more.

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PODCAST #144 – September 3, 2010 (01:09:02)

The Cheat Code Central crew digs dead with Dead Rising: Case Zero to find out if it is worth the price tag. They also explore the violent nature of Shank and the influence it is based off, Grease: The Game and improper censorship, and Vanquish. The news screams of Microsoft with good and bad and even worse takes on the Xbox Live price-hike, a controller that will finally have a working D-pad, Kinect doing more than two players, and a teasing of Valve’s trilogy of games. The crew wraps up the show by filling you in with more about the Mafia II contest.

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PODCAST #143 – August 27, 2010 (01:11:25)

In the latest Cheat Code Central Podcast episode, hear about Mafia II, Metroid: Other M, Ys Seven and more! Other news: Sonys online payment plan, THQ joining the project $10 bandwagon, Halo: Reach breaking street date, DLC for Dragon Age: Origins, Mass Effect 2, and justify 4 Dead, Deathspank getting a sequel and much more.

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PODCAST #142 – August 20, 2010 (01:01:33)

In the latest Cheat Code Central podcast episode, hear about Kane and Lynch 2: Dog Days, Lara Croft and the Guardian of Light, BlazBlue: Continuum Shift, a new Ratchet and Clank and more! Other news: GameCom 2010 highlights including – Mass Effect 2 on the PS3, PSP 2 rumors, new Avatars on the Xbox 2360, Harry Potter Kinecting, 3DS price reaching $300, and much more.

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PODCAST #141 – August 13, 2010 (01:12:09)

Monday Night Combat, Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World, Mafia II, and much more are discussed this week in our game info section. Find out if these titles are good, bad, or ugly. The crew also dives into some subject matters that feel familiar but fresh all the same. Plus, Batman: Arkham City has new information revealed this week, and much more. Seriously, why are you not downloading already?

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PODCAST #140 – August 06, 2010 (00:50:06)

The Cheat Code Central Podcast this week brings you Castlevania: Harmony of Despair, Madden NFL 11 and more. Then the news is sparse but explosive; with the lack of Kinect support in Fable 3, Activision explains why there are no lead female characters, Mass Effect 3 and its epic storyline and much more.

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PODCAST #139 – July 30, 2010 (00:40:27)

This week is finally delivered. You will know more about that statement when you listen to the epic Cheat Code Central Podcast this week. Hear about Limbo, DeathSpank, Doctor Who: The Adventures Game, Marvel vs. Capcom 3 and more. Then the news is sparse but explosive; with the preorder of Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions, LittleBigPlanet 2 Collector’s Edition, the full roster of Marvel vs. Capcom 3, and much more.

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PODCAST #138 – July 16, 2010 (00:56:15)

In a slow week for game releases, the Cheat Code Central crew has plenty of other surprises and news stories for your listening pleasure. For example the PlayStation 3 remains un-hackable, Aliens vs. Predator ceases to be for some, 3DS design finalized, Kinect Bundles, and then we close things up with video games and disorders being linked. You will never guess whether they are true or not. Download today!

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PODCAST #137 – July 09, 2010 (01:21:24)

This week the crew dives in with Naughty Bear, Crackdown 2, Singularity and a little magic from Lego Harry Potter. In the news things get dicey with a samurai sword, GTA: Vice City to get a remake, anger over real names, Kojima’s next project, Dead Space news and much more await you this week.

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PODCAST #136 – June 27, 2010 (01:17:09)

This week the crew dives in with looks at Crackdown 2, Disgaea: Infinite and more. Also the crew goes deep this week with the news; Kinect pricing announced, release dates possibly mentioned for the 3DS, DC Comics arriving on the PSP, family plans on Xbox Live, the power of the 3DS, and more than we planned as we return a few favorite segments to the show. Download today and listen repeatedly while you wait for next week’s show.

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PODCAST #135 – June 20, 2010 (02:25:23)

It is finally here the E3 2010 Cheat Code Central Podcast! Everything you want to know about this year’s E3 is covered. The ups and downs of ponchos with Kinect, the phasing nature of 3D technology with and without glasses, and the return of franchises many have long waited for. The crew discusses some of the biggest titles shown, including The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword, Twisted Metal, Gears of War 3, Castlevania: Lords of Shadow, Kid Icarus: Uprising, Killzone 3, Halo: Reach, and so much more. This is the one you have waited for all year!

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PODCAST #134 – June 11, 2010 (01:32:38)

Less than one week before E3 2010! What kind of shenanigans are up this week with the podcast? Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Lego Harry Potter, Ninety-Nine Nights II, and a certain worm in HD get things started. Full body exoskeletons, MGS: Rising potential info, the feeling towards Super Mario, GoldenEye, tabloid journalism, Hulu, and so much more will surely whet your appetite for the infamous Cheat Code Central Podcast E3 Special next week!

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PODCAST #133 – June 04, 2010 (01:29:20)

This week the crew talks about Alpha Protocol and answers the question was it worth the wait? With E3 right around the corner, the Cheat Code Central Podcast does its yearly prediction. Hear some of the most off-the-wall and downright accurate predictions they have done thus far! Also, in the news, the crew discusses an uncomfortable growing trend of violence in other countries surrounding videogame and fake stickers. And even more: Activision ripping off Brutal Legend, Portal 2 E3 event canceled, Epic Mickey getting a facelift, the next major Nintendo Wii title, and so much more await in this Cheat Code Central Podcast.

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PODCAST #132 – May 28, 2010 (01:27:37)

The Cheat Code Central Podcast gets raided by Super Mario Galaxy 2 this week. Also, Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands, Blur, and ModNation Racers are some of the big games this week. In the news, the crew explores the dark side as Insomniac announces a partnership with EA, GameStop brings us news that rivals the Natal news, Rock Band 3 and the Keytar, Killzone 3, and more than what you got out of the Lost finale! Download today.

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PODCAST #131 – May 21, 2010 (01:16:26)

The Wild West calls out the Cheat Code Central Podcast this week, as the crew discusses Red Dead Redemption. Then, things get a bit mysterious with Alan Wake, Harvest Moon: The Hero of Leaf Valley, and much more about this week’s releases. Also, in the news, Bayonetta’s creator is upset about adult material for his character, Dead Space hero in Skate 3, Final Fantasy Versus XIII on the Xbox 360, Heavy Rain – the film, plus so much more!

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PODCAST #130 – May 14, 2010 (01:01:57)

The news of President Obama making a bold statement kicks things off this week. More news on Fable 3; also, Skate 3 is examined, as well as 3D Dot Game Heroes, Photo Dojo, a collector’s edition of Fallout: New Vegas, Project Natal release date, Lost Planet 2, LittleBigPlanet 2, and more. There’s also a special guest even the Cheat Code Central crew was not expecting.

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PODCAST #129 – May 07, 2010 (01:19:05)

Get the latest on all of this week’s gaming news. Iron man 2, Assassin’s Creed: Brotherhood, Super Mario Galaxy 2, and of course the Halo: Reach Beta. Also, news of the Black Wii, Sony offering warranties, God of War: Ghost of Sparta, Call of Duty: Black Ops, H.A.W.X. 2, and the Electronic Arts and Respawn Entertainment deal. Download today!

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PODCAST #128 – April 30, 2010 (01:15:58)

This week the crew delivers with some of the best discussion they’ve ever had. With the big news of Bungie and Activision partnering up, the crew examines how this could affect the industry and you. They also confirm the setting for the next Call of Duty title, a new PS3 lawsuit, delays in the Final Fantasy series, The Sims 3 on consoles, alternate endings to God of War 3, plus Dead to Rights: Retribution, Nier, Super Street fighter IV, and more.

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PODCAST #127 – April 23, 2010 (01:15:31)

The Cheat Code Central Podcast rocks the boat this week as the crew discusses the unveiled Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Monster Hunter Tri, a new James Bond game, a new Star Fox title, more coverage from Captivate 2010, no more game manuals and how the crew feels about it, Microsoft sweat shops, an FPS Silent Hill, Xbox Live TV, plus so much more! Download now!

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PODCAST #126 – April 16, 2010 (00:59:55)

This week the Cheat Code Central crew gets things mixed and a little rowdy as they discuss hot titles such as Splinter Cell: Conviction, Bulletstorm, Gears of War 3, etc. In the news, a new syndrome from Wii-Fit, a copy of Air Raid selling for big bucks, the last days of Xbox Live, Respawn Entertainment making waves, plus more await. Download today!

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PODCAST #125 – April 09, 2010 (01:11:57)

This week the crew gives you some of the most off-the-wall humor yet. With news about Twilight costing the industry millions, more Sony vs. the Hackers stories, the Perfect Dark review, the sales of the MW Stimulus Pack, a record broken after 27 years, Dragon Age Origins: Awakening expansion, Jack White and his problems, the iPad, Red Dead Redemption, and even a little surprise from Square Enix, there is plenty to keep your ears busy! All of this and more in this Cheat Code Central Podcast!

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PODCAST #124 – April 02, 2010 (01:06:49)

Get things off to a good start this weekend as the crew discusses Heavy Rain: Chapter One: The Taxidermist, Dead or Alive: Paradise, How to Train Your Dragon, and Red Steel 2. Also, a Nintendo product everyone wants but no one will get, the bumbling thief at PAX East, Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions announcement, justify 4 Dead 2 DLC update, whatever Game Crush is, plus more await you this week. Download today!

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PODCAST #123 – March 26, 2010 (01:37:38)

This week, the crew gets things rolling with a look at Resonance of Fate, Just Cause 2, Splinter Cell: Conviction, BlazBlue on the PSP, and much more. Things get really heated when the crew discusses the recently released Game Room on Xbox Live. Follow that with Import Minute and some head-scratching movie news… All just to kick things off in the news – Michael Pachter being right about something leads the way, followed by announcements of LittleBigPlanet 2, Nintendo 3DS, possible Natal 2, justify 4 Dead DLC coming, and the Microsoft “Kill Bug” rumor. Learn more in this week’s Cheat Code Central Podcast!

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PODCAST #122 – March 19, 2010 (01:32:42)

Prepare for the wrath of a God as the crew discusses God of War III, Pokmon HeartGold / SoulSilver, Dragon Age: Origins: Awakening, and more. Boom and Bust delivers a few surprises as does Import Minute. The news explodes with talks about PlayStation Move and the backlash it has received, plus FFXIII’s first week numbers are in, God of War news, etc. Also, could there be a new DarkStalkers game on the horizon? The crew has the answer to this and many more questions in this week’s show.

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PODCAST #121 – March 15, 2010 (01:28:34)

Rejuvenate the RPG genre with the crew as they talk about Final Fantasy XIII! Also this week: Blur, Lips: Party Classics, and Dante’s Inferno for the PSP. The rest of the show swirls around GDC, its ups and downs, and more importantly the news that will ‘Move’ you – Sony unveils the PlayStation Move: discover why it may be the best option for those looking for motion controls! Much more awaits for those downloading now.

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PODCAST #120 – March 05, 2010 (01:18:48)

This week the crew gets things rolling with Battlefield: Bad Company 2, Sonic & Sega: All-Stars Racing, Deadly Premonition, and more. In the news, we rehash Heavy Rain; not everyone’s on the same page! Also, Red Dead Redemption has been delayed, huge games are being released on the same day, Activision vs. Infinity Ward, PS3 outage calls for crybabies, FF13’s street date broken thanks to pirates and the Xbox 360, Valve teases for the Mac, etc. This and much more awaits for those downloading now.

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PODCAST #119 – February 26, 2010 (01:34:26)

Let the rain pour, as the crew kicks things off discussing Heavy Rain! Is it everything and more? The crew also discusses Persona 3 Portable, Yakuza 3, and Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Justice for All. The news is heavy with Patcher’s prediction for Natal, FFVII unlikely remake, Red Steel 2 desperation, Heavy Rain banned, mysterious patents, Aliens vs. Predator a critical success? There’s more this week as well, including Nintendo’s Media Summit 2010. Download today!

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PODCAST #118 – February 19, 2010 (01:33:50)

This week has been light for the gaming industry, but the crew more than makes up for it with looks at Aliens vs. Predator, Dynasty Warriors: Strikeforce, Shiren the Wanderer, and Kane and Lynch 2: Dog Days. We also have a few surprises in Movie Minute and Import Minute. The news gets colorful, as the crew discovers the truth behind Square Enix’s recent FFXIII screenshots, the new Kingdom Hearts title, Blockbuster breaking street dates, no CG in God of War 3, Microsoft’s phone , details on justify 4 Dead 2 DLC, and so much more you may wish every week was a “light” week!

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PODCAST #117 – February 12, 2010 (01:35:17)

Get ready for a Hell of a time as the crew discusses Dante’s Inferno, followed by and in-depth comparative look at BioShock 2. They also take a close look at Start Ocean: The Last Hope International Edition and an early look at Heavy Rain. In the news, the crew explores the information revealed at X10 Halo: Reach beta release date, Dead Rising 2: Case Zero, Alan Wake news, XBLA’s Block Party, and much more. Get all the info you need on this week’s podcast!

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PODCAST #116 – February 05, 2010 (01:18:23)

Kicking things into high gear this week the crew kicks things off with a look at Silent Hill: Shattered Memories on the PS2 and PSP. No More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle, White knight Chronicles, and an early look at Metro 2033 fill out the rest of the opening to the show. The news is light but impressive. Sonic 4 and Fallout: New Vegas are unveiled, LA Noire stills exists, Super Bowl ads and predictions, Mass Effect 2 coming to the PS3? All of this and more await your download!

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PODCAST #115 – January 29, 2010 (01:29:27)

Get your Sci-Fi fix with an in-depth discussion of Mass Effect 2, which brings out the longest discussion about one particular game in Cheat Code Central podcast history! Also, in the mix are MAG and Tatsunoko vs. Capcom: Ultimate All-Stars. See how those big titles also stand up! In the news, the crew goes over the ridiculousness of the Cerberus Network, Pre-order bonuses on eBay auctions, Lost Planet 2 adding characters, and GTA IV: Liberty City Stories – the rumor that just won’t die, Halo: Reach displayed with Natal functionality? There’s more to this week’s podcast, just not enough room to type it all out. Download today!

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PODCAST #114 – January 22, 2010 (01:15:40)

A double dose of dark this week as the crew flies around with Dark Void and Dark Void Zero. They also look at Army of Two: The 40th Day on the PSP and a sneak peek at the upcoming White Knight Chronicles. The news kicks things off with movie minute and the Avatar depression, and it keeps things rolling with Halo: Reach being just like Titanic, British girl catching all Pokmon, Singing Weapons in Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Sony’s reality show The Tester, and so much more. Don’t miss out. Download now!

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PODCAST #113 – January 15, 2010 (01:25:34)

Get into the swing of things as the crew brings to light information about The Magic Obelisk, Trauma Team, Matt Hazard: Blood Bath and Beyond, and Army of Two: The 40th Day. In the news, the crew wraps up talks about CES 2010, Netflix on the Wii, Zelda on the Wii not coming this year, Batman: Arkham Asylum: Game of the Year Edition, delays galore, the woes of Dragon Age: Origins DLC, the impending influence of motion controls with Microsoft and Sony. Plus more!

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PODCAST #112 – January 08, 2010 (01:10:49)

Get your gears turning with a heated discussion about Bayonetta. How can there be this much controversy? Also, in the midst of the enraged debate we discuss Darksiders and take a look at Dark Void and MAG. In the news we have the Medal of Honor confusing mishap, Heavy Rain’s rating, confirmation of the new Zelda on the Wii, a new DS, Capcom’s future with the Wii, and much more. There’s so much debating this week it’ll make you laugh hysterically!

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PODCAST #111 – January 01, 2010 (01:32:38)

The last podcast of 2009 is here! Making the epic finale of the year, the crew talks about recent releases like Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: The Crystal Bearers, Divinity II: Ego Draconis, and also an early look at ModNation Racers Beta. The crew also takes a peek into 2010 with a look at Bayonetta, Darksiders, Army of Two: The 40th Day, Dark Void, Mass Effect 2, MAG, and so much more. The news is limited – a puzzle game analysis with shocking results, Mass Effect 2s import data explained, Modern Warfare 2 wins an award this year other than Best Shooter, and more. As far as year-end specials go, this one smacks down the info with a giant hand of doom!

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PODCAST #110 – December 24, 2009 (00:18:34)

Merry Christmas, Cheat Code Central podcast listeners! This year there is something special under the Cheat Code Central Podcast tree just for you. Wishing each and every one of you a Happy Holidays, this special Cheat Code Central podcast delivers something unlike before and well worth the short listen.

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PODCAST #109 – December 18, 2009 (01:37:09)

Hold down the fort as the crew explores recent releases Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, PixelJunk Shooter, the upcoming Dante’s Inferno, and a re-examining of Gravity Crash. Boom and Bust livens things up in an otherwise slow gaming week. Big news in Import Minute! The news gets things rolling with the reveal of Square Enix currency, new Modern Warfare 2 glitches and a smoothing over offer to PC players plus news on justify 4 Dead 2 DLC. Also, the crew digs deep into the recent VGA awards and gives you the lowdown on the big reveals. Wrapping things up is the Cheat Code Central Podcast 2009 Video Game Awards. Tune in to see what you voted for!

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PODCAST #108 – December 11, 2009 (01:25:24)

The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks brings Nintendo magic to this week’s podcast. Also, The Saboteur, Gravity Crash, and Guitar Hero: Van Halen wrap things up in GameSpeak with the question Should you even bother? The news reveals info on Dead Space 2, Mass Effect 2 Collector’s Edition, ModNation Racers, Hal Reach, the new Prince of Persia game, Final Fantasy XIII early reviews, and much more. Get in the spirit of the holidays now with this week’s Cheat Code Central Podcast!

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PODCAST #107 – December 04, 2009 (01:31:03)

This week the crew gives you the lowdown on James Cameron’s Avatar: The Game, Lego Indiana Jones 2, Resident Evil: The Darkside Chronicles, Dragon Ball: Raging Blast, and much more. The news gets rolling as the crew discusses third party UMD support possibly coming to the PSPGo!, the reaction concerning the “Javelin Glitch” in Modern Warfare 2, Mass Effect 2’s big surprise, the Splatterhouse shoe, DLC service coming to the Guitar Hero series, and much more. The crew ties things up with a look at the upcoming VGAs. What are the current standings amongst the crew according to this list? Find out the answer to that and more this week!

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PODCAST #106 – November 20, 2009 (01:20:05)

This new podcast kicks things off with Assassin’s Creed II, justify 4 Dead 2, New Super Mario Bros. Wii, and the God of War Collection. Which title should you get? Or should you get them all? The answers are varied in Boom and Bust this week, sure to surprise more than a few listeners! The news runs deep as the crew discusses the recent banning of Modern Warfare 2 in Russia, new justify 4 Dead 2 DLC, the Wii receiving game demos, the Facebook war on the PS3 and Xbox 360, more on the banning of Xbox 360 consoles, and much more. Closing out the show is a debate rivaling any debate the Cheat Code Central Crew has had before. This week has it all!

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PODCAST #105 – November 13, 2009 (01:38:25)

This week the crew brings you the latest on gaming with Band Hero, Need for Speed: Nitro, Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier, Excitebike: World Rally, and an in-depth look at Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 with surprising results. The news is heavy, with Modern Warfare 2 as Fox News gives their take, and a questionable download when you download Modern Warfare 2 through Steam. Also, a police officer caught stealing, pirate death threats, Pitchford slamming Valve, Ubisoft’s Assassins Creed II debacle over review scores, and much more. This one brings the debate some have been waiting for!

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PODCAST #104 – November 06, 2009 (01:16:26)

This week packs a lot of content as the crew discusses Dragon Age: Origins, GTA: Chinatown Wars, GTA IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony, Tekken 6, Fairytale Fights, Dragon Age: Origins, Ratchet and Clank Future: A Crack in Time, and more. Boom and Bust may surprise some of our audience. In the news, Modern Warfare 2 takes some heat over the recent cap in PC multiplayer, the reveal of gameplay elements, and a viral video that took it over the top. Plus, Final Fantasy XIII may be released sooner in North America, Braid finally hits the PSN, Wii MotionPlus support in the upcoming Zelda title, and much more.

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PODCAST #103 – October 30, 2009 (00:54:21)

It’s time for Halloween and the Cheat Code Central Crew has a few surprises in store! We discuss some recent horror video game releases as well as a couple that are on their way including: Dead Space: Extraction, SAW, Ju-on: The Grudge, Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, and more. What other video games should you play during Halloween? Find out what makes our list! In the news, the PS3 is finally receiving Netflix, but is it all we want it to be? Also, Modern Warfare 2 featuring third person option, the unveiling of Excitebike: World Rally, Bethesda eyeing Valve Software, and more. It’s Trick or Treat time, and this one is definitely a treat!

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PODCAST #102 – October 23, 2009 (1:12:58)

This week the crew kicks things off with WWE Smackdown vs. Raw 2010, Marvel Superhero Squad, Borderlands, Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, and The Secret Saturdays: Beasts of the 5th Sun. Boom and Bust follows with a few surprises rolling straight into Import Minute. The news gets things started with a fan favorite segment, plus info on the Gamefly postal worker, Best Buy opening Xbox 360s and charging more for them, Pachter predicting $100 price tag for Xbox Live, record breaking GTA IV experience, Modern Warfare 2’s recent fiasco and boycott, and much more.

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PODCAST #101 – October 16, 2009 (1:19:45)

In our Podcast 101, the crew sets out for adventures with Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, Brutal Legend, and the upcoming Forza Motorsport 3. Boom and Bust delivers a few surprises. In the news, Uncharted 2 and Naughty Dog take some of our time with their “fix” for online cheating, though we also give you the lowdown on: the Fortune Hunter Edition selling on eBay for a ridiculous price, inFamous 2 announced?, news and rumors around Dragon Age: Origins, the announcement of Uncharted: Eye of Indra, new gameplay feature in Grand Theft Auto IV: The Ballad of Gay Tony, and much more.

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PODCAST #100 – October 09, 2009 (1:18:21)

This is it: the 100th Cheat Code Central Podcast! To kick things off we have a first look at the upcoming Wii exclusive Epic Mickey. We also run through a few recent titles like Tornado Outbreak, Aion, NBA 2K10, and more in our Boom and Bust. We also give you a look at the recent film Zombieland – should you see it? In the news Jack Thompson makes news in celebration of our 100th episode, the dangers of MMOs and the real world, the latest PS3 titles revealed, justify 4 Dead PC users getting an ambitious mod pack, the new update to the Xbox 360 dashboard, Nintendogs and Animal Crossing together? There’s so much packed into this week’s podcast celebration you’ll be anxious for the next 100!

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PODCAST #99 – October 02, 2009 (1:41:44)

This week’s GameSpeak is intense, as the crew dives into Forza Motorsport 3, Metal Gear Solid: Peace Walker, Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, justify 4 Dead Crash Course DLC, Jak & Daxter: The Lost Frontier, DJ Hero, and Uncharted 2: Among Thieves. The news kicks things off with TGS 2009 the ups and downs from this years “best” conference. Also in the news, Assassin’s Creed II’s new mode, DSi Shop system lock, the future of rereleases on the PS3, Modern Warfare 2’s DLC plan, and much more.

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PODCAST #98 – September 25, 2009 (1:29:16)

This week the crew kicks things off with a look at Brutal legend, Persona, Katamari Forever, Demon’s Souls, and then wrap things up with an in-depth controversial look at Halo 3: ODST. In the news, we comment on Halo 3: ODST selling over two million copies in 24 hours, Nintendo’s 120th birthday, PS3 and Dreamcast titles coming to the PSN, rumblings and mistakes on Wall Street, justify 4 Dead 2 demo announcement, and much more. In addition, the crew brings back the Idiot of the Week, and it is almost unbelievable!

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PODCAST #97 – September 18, 2009 (1:11:45)

In this week’s Cheat Code Central podcast the crew dives in with Need for Speed SHIFT, Scribblenauts, Wet, and an early look at Gran Turismo PSP and Modern Warfare 2’s multiplayer. The news kicks things off with the recent flux of bundle packages: Is the Modern Warfare 2 bundle worth it? How about the one for Halo 3: ODST? Dont get us started! How about the possible Uncharted 2 bundle pack? In other news – cheaters in Shadow Complex, the PSPGo’s latest woes, Twitter support in video games, the excitement about the PS3 Wand, Microsoft’s new wireless adapter, and much more in the flavor listeners love – a lot of ranting!

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PODCAST #96 – September 11, 2009 (1:11:20)

This week the crew dives into The Beatles: Rock Band, Mini Ninjas, SoulCalibur: Broken Destiny, Muramasa: The Demon Blade, and Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2. Boom and Bust, as well as Import Minute this week cause a few hysterical moments. The news is flooded with Final Fantasy XIII updates: the energy drinks, the new theme, plus its release date and pricing in Japan. Potential free DLC for Batman: Arkham Asylum, Gran Turismo PSP and its mysterious bundle, a NEW Dreamcast game, justify 4 Dead 2 update, and more. This week may be light, but it packs a punch!

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PODCAST #95 – September 04, 2009 (1:14:28)

Rock out with your controller out! The crew discusses Guitar Hero 5, Metroid Prime Trilogy, Phantom Brave: We Meet Again, Professor Layton and the Diabolical Box, and more. Few surprises in Boom and Bust this week. In Movie News the crew looks at the recent Disney and Marvel happenings. Import Minute talks about some of the weirdest titles ever heard of. In the news colors from Nintendo, Shadow Complex superiority, God of War Collection announcement, GTA: Chinatown Wars getting a new home, Halo 3: ODST, Batman: Arkham Asylum, GTA V, and much more are brought to light in the Cheat Code Central Podcast.

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PODCAST #94 – August 28, 2009 (1:17:40)

This week has it all! The crew discuss this week’s big games such as Batman: Arkham Asylum, Dissidia: Final Fantasy, and we also take a special look at the upcoming WWE Smackdown! vs. Raw 2010, WET, and Section 8. Boom and Bust gets a little rowdy. The news dives deep into the recent release of the PlayStation 3 Slim model, Best Buy’s plan to stop the trade-ins, Amazon’s sell-out, and the retaliation of Microsoft. Also in the news we have recent Final Fantasy VII rumors, Bayonetta’s region locking and Automatic play features, Gears of War 2 Game of the Year Edition details, and much more.

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PODCAST #93 – August 21, 2009 (1:14:16)

This week the crew delivers the answers you’ve been waiting for about Madden NFL 10, Shadow Complex, Wolfenstein, Spectrobes: Origins, and SingStar: Queen. Boom and Bust has a new mini section this week that you just have to hear for yourself. The news this week is mostly about GamesCom 2009 Sony’s PS3 price drop, the PS3 Slim, PSN updates, Fable announcements, Final Fantasy happenings, and more. There are also a few unrelated news stories that are just too good to pass up.

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PODCAST #92 – August 14, 2009 (1:13:15)

This week the crew discusses G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, Aliens in the Attic, TMNT: Turtles in Time Reshelled, Trials HD, Batman: Arkham Asylum, and a brief preview of Madden NFL 10. In Movie News they also take a look at the G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra feature length film. The news gets a little rowdy with Pachter’s new assumptions on Best Buys pricing points, Wolfenstein developer’s reimbursement plan, Nintendo’s saddle patent, Tony Hawk Ride’s price point and release, a blow out on the new NXE, and so much more. This week’s podcast gets the blood flowing!

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PODCAST #91 – July 31, 2009 (1:21:06)

This week is mostly about fighting games, as the crew begins discussions about King of Fighters XII, Marvel vs. Capcom 2, and finally shifts gears to bring the pain with Madden NFL 10 – the poor man’s demo. In Boom and Bust the crew makes things a bit lively with talks about Watchmen digital release, Wii Sports Resort, and a few other golden nuggets. Special Coverage of this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, includes the reveal of Halo: Legends – is it really something to get excited about? In the news, leaderboards in Halo Wars become non-existent because of a glitch, a 98 inch television in the ceiling (every kid’s dream), the woes of Mass Effect 2, a mistake by Gamefly could be an actual fact, and more.

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PODCAST #90 – July 24, 2009 (1:22:43)

This week hear about the new Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a Dark Lord, ‘Splosion Man, Dragon Ball Z: Raging Blast, Ratchet and Clank Future: A Crack in Time, and an update for justify 4 Dead 2. Boom and Bust carries a couple of rants. In movie news hear about the recent Green Lantern: First Flight. The news may be light but packs a punch with lead stories about Double Fine countersuing Activision, Pets for the XBL Avatars, Microsoft awarded the patent for drop-in/drop-out feature, the rumors about a Microsoft handheld, and much more.

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PODCAST #89 – July 17, 2009 (1:20:41)

To start off this week’s Cheat Code Central podcast, we take a look at Champions Online, BlazBlue: Calamity Trigger, and Ant Nation. Boom and Bust hold a few surprises and Movie News includes the future Green Lantern casting announcement and the highly anticipated Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince movie review. The News this week includes the announcement of several game delays, a new crime blamed on video games, and, according to Dana White, EA not caring about the UFC. Download now. You’ll be glad you did!

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PODCAST #88 – July 10, 2009 (1:16:08)

Call of Juarez: Bound in Blood gets the crew in the mood as they discuss that recent release as well as Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Overlord Minions, and more in Gamespeak. A couple of movie news pieces fill in for import minute this week. In the news, Jack Thompson faces federal disbarment, Watchmen: The End is Nigh Part 2 as a part of “Summer of Arcade,” Sony’s dismissive behavior towards Activision, Battlefield: 1943’s launch problems, the video game worth $17,500 (what could it be?), rumor that cross-game play coming to justify 4 Dead and justify 4 Dead 2, the rumored return of backwards compatibility to the PS3, and more round out the show.

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PODCAST #87 – July 03, 2009 (1:23:40)

Is The Conduit the best FPS on the Wii? How does the latest Harry Potter game shape up? Does Dynasty Warriors 6: Empires change the proven formula? These questions and more are answered in this week’s GameSpeak segment. Also, in the news the details for Last.fm on the Xbox 360 are revealed, as well as GamePro’s fanboy lashing for their The Conduit review, DJ Hero’s pricing announced in the UK, Michael Pachter’s latest prediction for the industry, Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune becoming a movie, a new Onimusha game teased, and much more. This week definitely packs a punch.

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PODCAST #86 – June 29, 2009 (1:14:46)

Ding! Ding! Ding! Fight Night Round 4 hits the show hard this week, joined by other giant games this week; Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen, Let’s Tap, and Magic the Gathering: Duels of the Planeswalkers, make it a heavy week. In the news the retail version of Marvel vs. Capcom 2, Activision “bullying” Sony, the next Xbox 360 confirmed and then denied again, Best Buy entering the used video game race, and more. This week packs a punch unlike any before.

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PODCAST #85 – June 20, 2009 (1:31:30)

Who you gonna call? This week, the crew called the Ghostsbusters. In addition to the discussion about Ghostbusters: The Video Game, the crew dives into Boom Blox: Bash Party, Uncharted 2: Among Thieves’ multiplayer, and Guitar Hero: Smash Hits and whether it is worth it. Debate erupts over the “New” Xbox 360 and the potential “Kind Code” in upcoming Wii titles. In addition to those heavy debates, the crew examines the news about Duke Nukem Forever, the ESRB getting picky over box-art, 1 vs 100, and more.

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PODCAST #84 – June 12, 2009 (1:14:56)

This week we get brutal with Prototype, Damnation, Fuel, The Sims 3, and more. Find out the latest news on The Sims 3 becoming the most pirated game of 2009, Green Day Rock Band, the fate of The Godfather franchise, and more. In Import Minute find out what is happening with the Wii and a “new” controller. Also the crew takes a closer look at the pricing of the PSPgo and the upcoming justify 4 Dead 2, which may leave some fans enraged.

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PODCAST #83 (E3 2009 SPECIAL) – June 08, 2009 (2:35:47)

The E3 gaming expo has finally come and gone, and the Cheat Code Central crew brings you tons of info! In order to give everything about E3 this year, two very special guests from CheatCC help to deliver the info on New Super Mario Bros. Wii, justify 4 Dead 2, God of War III, Modern Warfare 2, LittleBigPlanet PSP, Mass Effect 2, The new Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, and much, much more. In addition to loads of info on the upcoming games, the crew packs on even more in this special E3 podcast with new announcements, hardware reveals, etc. The information you want is right here! Download now.

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PODCAST #82 – May 29, 2009 (1:14:44)

This week the crew gets deep with recent releases, as they discuss inFamous, Terminator Salvation, Bionic Commando, Steal Princess, Crimson Gem Saga, and more. Import minute has some Kingdom Hearts information, followed by the news, which includes several pre-E3 announcements like Zune HD, Afrika, a Lips sequel, and a few other noteworthy announcements. Rounding out the show, the crew looks at the recent reveals from Kojima Productions and discusses a larger situation concerning the industry as a whole.

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PODCAST #81 – May 22, 2009 (1:17:30)

We have a dynamic Cheat Code Central Podcast this week, as the CheatCC crew discusses Call of Juarez: Bound in Bloods multiplayer, Dynasty Warriors: Gundam 2, the recent See the Future DLC for Fable 2, Punch-Out!!, and more. The news runs deep with continued speculations and rumors about E3 2009, including the PS3 slim debacle, price cuts, Fallout DLC for the PS3, Project trICO, Microsofts Magic Wand, OnLive skipping E3, the ZuneX, and much more, including the idiot of the week – its a surprise!

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PODCAST #80 – May 15, 2009 (1:22:47)

You’ve asked for it, and this week the Cheat Code Central crew delivers on their E3 predictions. Some of them may blow you away! Also, find out about UFC 2009 Undisputed, Red Faction: Guerilla’s multiplayer, and this week’s boom and bust! In the news you will hear about certain video game announcements that will either make you happy or make you wonder why they are happening. The crew also discusses their feelings towards Sony’s exclusivity on The Ghostbusters videogame in PAL territories. Listener mail and much more round out this week’s pre-E3 show!

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PODCAST #79 – May 08, 2009 (1:31:24)

Join the Cheat Code Central crew as they dive claws first into this week’s show by discussing the X-Men Origins: Wolverine video game. They also deliver on Velvet Assassin – is it style over substance? Wrapping up GameSpeak this week is Atlus’ Super Robot Taisen OG Saga: Endless Frontier. Also, find out if the Star Trek movie lives up to the hype. Other topics: Batman: Arkham Asylum delayed, Karma System in GTA, Apple buying EA, and a roundtable discussion that may surprise you. Download today!

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PODCAST #78 – May 01, 2009 (1:14:43)

This week, hear about upcoming games you should be watching for, including Dead Space: Extraction, Brutal Legend, Bionic Commando, and Knights in the Nightmare. Also, get the skinny on the X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie. The news segment covers the Uncharted 2: Among Thieves and BioShock 2 multiplayer announcements. Also, get the lowdown on Microsoft removing cheaters’ achievements, Valve and Activision’s lawsuit, and rumors on PSP Go! This one gives it to you straight!

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PODCAST #77 – April 24, 2009 (1:07:03)

The mafia, zombies, and games about crystals start this week’s show as the crew discusses The Godfather II, justify 4 Dead’s recent DLC, Crystal Defenders R1, and Outrun Online Arcade, etc. This week in Boom and Bust it is hard to tell the difference between boom or bust for some titles. This week’s news include confirmed dates for Brutal Legend, EA Sports titles with MotionPlus included, and a new title that has every member of the crew confused – Lego Rock Band. Want more? A New Jersey inventor arrives late to the “suing Sony” party over his rumble technology patents, 8.5% of young males are pathologically addicted to video games, and more await in this week’s CheatCC Podcast.

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PODCAST #76 – April 17, 2009 (1:25:36)

This week the Cheat Code Central crew talks about the disappointing Dragon Ball: Evolution, The Dishwasher: Dead Samurai, the controversial Resident Evil 5: Versus Mode, and wraps up Gamespeak with a look at the upcoming Assassin’s Creed II. Import Minute turns into Final Fantasy VII Minute this week, as the crew discusses the release of Final Fantasy VII International on the Japanese PSN and includes a few bits of warning for new players. In the news we find more vague responses from Nintendo concerning Wii MotionPlus working with older titles and the WiiWare sales threshold. Also, GameStop breaking street dates, GTA IV serving another purpose as a drug-smuggling device, pornography on a PSP, Microsoft claiming the war is over between them and Sony in the United States, and much more!

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PODCAST #75 – April 10, 2009 (1:36:02)

Sizzling podcast this week as the crew discusses The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena, Rhythm Heaven, and Leisure Suit Larry: Box Office Bust. Boom and Bust describes the true gaming horrors of this week. We also have some “big time” movie news this week. Should you be excited? In the news, has Sony revealed their E3 plans? Also, the debacle over the versus mode in Resident Evil 5, realistic police cruisers in GTA: San Andreas, Microsoft infringing on patents and their trouble in Germany, and is the Nielsen usage report accurate? The shows wraps up by answering this question: should you get a DSi, or should you wait?

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PODCAST #74 – April 03, 2009 (1:03:17)

This week’s podcast is packed tight with the information you need. The crew discusses recent games such as Wheelman, Wanted: Weapons of Fate, Monsters vs. Aliens, Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Echoes of Time, and Guitar Hero: Metallica. In Boom and Bust there are a few surprises this week. The PS2 price drop leads the news this week, as the crew tries to figure out the rationale behind this “HUGE” announcement. Also, video game announcements galore: Silent Hill: Shattered Memories, Jak and Daxter: The Lost Frontier, and many more. There’s a lot this week, but it’s never too much!

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PODCAST #73 – March 28, 2009 (1:15:58)

This week’s Cheat Code Central podcast is all about GDC. The Cheat Code Central crew discusses the big things that went on including The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, Bioshock going mobile, the three titles revealed for the DSi launch, DSi cartridges, and nearly everything you want to know from the event. They also take a look at OnLive and Zeebo. Will either change the game industry or are they empty promises? In-depth coverage from the Nintendo keynote and a question we all want answered: did Kojima reveal the next protagonist of Metal Gear during his keynote? Download today to find out more! Note: It is best to listen to this week’s podcast with the Terminator Theme in the background.

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PODCAST #72 – March 20, 2009 (1:13:51)

The Cheat Code Central Crew has several games to discuss this week, including Resident Evil 5, Grand Theft Auto: Chinatown Wars, Crystal Defenders, Resistance: Retribution, Eat lead: The Return of Matt Hazard, and Ninja Blade! They also take a closer look at the recently released map pack for Call of Duty: World at War and announce a Cheat Code Central Podcast contest! Can you get all the hidden words in order to win the new Call of Duty map pack? In the news, the crew discusses the Don control mode in The Godfather II, the announcement of Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, The House of the Dead: Overkill making a new world record, and David Jaffe calling Metal Gear Solid “Ham-fisted.” This and so much more awaits for you in this download!

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PODCAST #71 – March 13, 2009 (1:11:57)

This week’s Cheat Code Central Podcast delivers the goods on some upcoming games. We have a hands-on look at WWE Legends of Wrestlemania, Wanted: Weapons of Fate, The Wheelman, and a closer look at the snowboarding game Stoked. Boom and Busts this week will surprise even the faithful listeners. The crew also takes a look at the recently released movie Watchmen – is it worth watching? In the news, hear about the Wii Motion Plus delay, Silent Hill getting a remake, Afrika – a ghost game, Blockbuster breaking the street date for Resistance: Retribution, the problems with MadWorlds violent approach, Resident Evil: Code Veronica getting a sequel or remake, and much more.

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PODCAST #70 – March 06, 2009 (1:24:17)

This week’s podcast looks to the stars with Star Ocean: The Last Hope, the warzone with Killzone 2, and sci-fi and comic books with Watchmen: The End is Nigh and The Chronicles of Riddick: Assault on Dark Athena. In the news, Resident Evil 5 makes waves with a pirated Xbox 360 version on the internet and Capcom’s blood drive that will coincide with the release of the game. Other news: EA’s marketing decisions for Need for Speed, Mortal Kombat up for sale, Master Chief’s return, Square Enix buying Eidos, and the PS3 topping the Wii in Japan. The crew also takes a look at a Gamestop training video that sparks controversy, and much, much more.

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PODCAST #69 – February 27, 2009 (1:16:02)

The release of Dragon Quest V: Hand of the Heavenly Bride leads the podcast this week. Find out if it is worth picking up or if it falls flat. There’s also Noby Noby Boy and My World, My Way. Find out which one has the “fantastic” Pout Powers System and which one will have you scratching you head for hours on end. Also, the reveals of Lost Planet 2 and Mass Effect 2 round out the first segment this week. In the news there is a little section just for the PSP concerning the Lilac PSP and an announced title that makes us wonder how they’re going to pull it off. Finally, we finish it off with a discussion about the recent PSP2 rumors. Other news: Mike Hickey tells us how the PS3 could get a price cut, PSN has over 20 million users, additional DSi colors, and the dreaded proof of the “PlayStation Disease.”

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PODCAST #68 – February 20, 2009 (1:33:02)

Prepare to get lost and maybe a little damned this week, as the crew discusses the release of the first DLC for Grand Theft Auto IV, The Lost and Damned. Street Fighter IV also weighs in heavy this week with talk about the game, the anime movie, and even the action figures. The tranquility of Flower and the Grindhouse feel of The House of the Dead: Overkill round out the big games of the week. Dead Space: Extraction being announced for the Wii and the official release date of the DSi begin the news this week. There’s also the announcement of Ex-Ensemble Studios members forming Robot Entertainment, a Gamertag for sale on eBay, Halo Wars leaked online, and more. Finally, the GTAIV: The Lost and Damned charges the crew into a roundtable discussion. There’s more to this week’s show than meets the eye, so download it today and become lost in the discussion!

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PODCAST #67 – February 13, 2009 (1:05:55)

This week’s Cheat Code Central Podcast is sure to please, as the crew comments on LocoRoco 2, Coraline for the DS, and takes an in-depth look at the upcoming Halo Wars. There’s also a small beef with the upcoming Marvel Ultimate Alliance 2 that gets things rolling in true Cheat Code Central fashion. For the news this week justify4Dead DLC is finally revealed, rumors fly concerning the release dates of the DSi, Dissidia: Final Fantasy, Kingdom Hearts 258/2 days, and Assault on Dark Athena. In some unfortunate news, Sega is cutting staff and Velvet Assassin will not receive a sequel or DLC after its release. There’s much more in this week’s podcast, even some listener mail, so download today and feel better about yourself!

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PODCAST #66 – February 06, 2009 (1:14:54)

This week the crew dishes the news on Afro Samurai, Savage Moon, and they take a close look at Killzone 2. Does it deserve the scores it is receiving? Also, Boom and Bust have a few shocking answers. Jack Thompson rears his head once more, as a Utah legislator supports Thompson’s video game bill. Shacknews bought by Gamefly, the squashing of recent rumors that suggest justify4Dead is coming to the PS3, The Godfather II and The Sims 3 delayed, Dead Space on the Wii, and finally justify4Dead Valentine’s Day cards. There’s also listener mail and much more. Download today to learn about a new listener competition!

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PODCAST #65 – January 30, 2009 (1:32:00)

The recent demo of Resident Evil 5 takes up much of the podcast this week. How does the Cheat Code Central crew feel about the upcoming horror title? They also discuss F.E.A.R. 2: Project Origin, Star Ocean: Second Evolution, The House of the Dead: Overkill, and they also take a closer look at SimAnimals. In the news, Warner Bros. is rebooting the Tomb Raider film franchise, Final Fantasy IV coming to the Xbox 360, rumors of Dead Rising 2, Lost Planet 2, and the PSP 2. Also, has the zombie apocalypse occurred in Austin, Texas? On a final note this week, the crew discusses preorder demos. Are they really justified? There’s more to this week’s show than meets the eye, so download today!

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PODCAST #64 – January 23, 2009 (1:17:25)

Get ready to do some tricks with your thumbstick again, as the Cheat Code Central crew discusses Skate 2. Also, there is some info about SimAnimals and whether it is more like Animal Crossing or The Sims. We take a look at some of the downloadable games of late and the evolution of PlayStation Home. Dragonball: Evolution – The Video Game is revealed. Is it the greatest game ever? Other news: Killzone 2 receives review scores of a questionable nature, Final Fantasy VII for PS3 is released with much confusion, and a new ‘red ring of death’ appears. Will the new Legend of Zelda game be casual-centric or will it be for the hardcore but easier for newcomers? There’s even more in this week’s podcast, so you’ll have to download to hear it all!

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PODCAST #63 – January 16, 2009 (1:21:30)

The holidays are over and things are starting to slowly go back to normal for the Cheat Code Central crew. Cartoon Network Universe: FusionFall, and The Lord of the Rings: Conquest lead the pod with an in-depth look at both. We also talk about White Knight Chronicles, the future of Lara Croft, and a dangerous Fallout 3 patch. Also, there’s some big news concerning Sony’s largest loss report in 14 years and their new 3D technology coming soon, a woman almost killing her dog with a Wii remote, the Wii being a “girl-driven system,” Wii Music taking over class rooms everywhere, and the Indiana Jones game possibly being canceled. Find out about this and much more in this week’s Cheat Code Central podcast.

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PODCAST #62 – January 9, 2009 (1:36:48)

Here’s Part 2 of the Preview Guide of 2009. The Cheat Code Central crew reveals some big titles including inFamous, Heavy Rain, Yakuza 3, Bioshock 2: Sea of Dreams, God of War 3, The Conduit, and much more. In the news this week they talk about the purchase of 1-Up, Rock Band not getting a sequel this year, Disney wanting to buy EA in 09, the release of GameCube games with Wii controls, how a six-year-old blames GTA for stealing his parents’ car, and a new study that says Tetris helps traumatic stress. Listener mail and much more awaits for those who download this week’s show.

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PODCAST #61 – January 2, 2009 (1:37:31)

Happy New Year everyone! Join the Cheat Code Central crew this week as they do Part 1 of their 2009 Preview Special, with the most anticipated games of 2009. Some of the titles discussed are White Knight Chronicles, Halo 3: ODST, Brutal Legend, Ghostbusters, Batman: Arkham Asylum, Street Fighter IV, and much, much more. We also have some interesting movie news as we review Resident Evil: Degeneration and discuss the new Street Fighter movie debut trailer. This week’s news stories: Sony cuts production cost of the PS3, World of Warcraft census results, sales results for White Knight Chronicles and Dynasty Warriors Gundam 2 in Japan.

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PODCAST #60 – December 25, 2008 (1:23:45)

The Cheat Code Central crew wanted to wish everyone Happy Holidays, and they did it in true Cheat Code Central style. Each member lists a game they have to play during the holiday season in order to get into the festive mood. They also talk about moments in their pile of shame. To wrap up the holiday special the Cheat Code Central crew also does a Naughty and Nice list for 2008. Theres plenty of news as well including Backwards Achievements for the original Xbox, the new Guitar Hero: Metallica trailer, and a competition of champions with Street Fighter IV. Download today for a ho-ho-whole lot of fun!

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PODCAST #59 – December 19, 2008 (2:01:47)

Big things are discussed in this week’s Cheat Code Central podcast! Home has been released, and all of its greatness and follies are revealed by the Cheat Code Central crew. We also give some in-depth coverage on The Godfather 2 multiplayer mode. Big announcements in Import Minute include the release of Dissidia: Final Fantasy and much more. Metal Gear Solid Touch leads the news this week as some of the crew gloats about the final confirmation of the game; also confusion takes over with the statement that says Home is 2005 tech in 2008. We also comment on the woes of Club Nintendo and more. The Cheat Code Central crew also reveals their feelings on the VGAs this year.

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PODCAST #58 – December 12, 2008 (1:28:05)

Persona 4 keeps the PlayStation 2 alive, and we discuss this latest installment to the series. We also talk about Destroy All Humans: Path of the Furon, Flock, and Dragon Ball: Evolution. In the news, the teaser image for A Next Meal Gear is discussed, and you may be surprised at what we say! In what seems to be a relapse of last year, Nintendo claims to have a Wii shortage. Also, is Microsoft entering into the portable handhelds gaming systems with the Zune? With only a couple months justify before release, has Killzone 2 gone multiplatform and no one told us? We also announce the winners of the first annual Listeners Choice Awards. The winners may shock you!

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PODCAST #57 – December 05, 2008 (1:27:36)

This week in our game discussion table we talk about Prince of Persia, Metal Slug 7, SingStar ABBA, and Kingdom Hearts RE: Chain of Memories. We also talk about the potential of Harry Potter entering the LEGO world, Nintendos Animal Crossing mishap, Rock Band 2 getting a new instrument, Episode 7 of Qore being free, someone making a functioning Gears of War Lancer Rifle, the information revealed on Uncharted 2: Among Thieves, and a few other golden moments from the Cheat Code Central crew. We also talk about the market and the treatment of casual games, plus a preview of some of our favorite moments in gaming. Theres a lot to listen to, so start downloading today!

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PODCAST #56 – November 28, 2008 (1:43:37)

Big games for this weeks show include Tomb Raider Underworld, Sonic Unleashed, The Last Remnant, Chrono Trigger, Lips, and Alone in the Dark: Inferno! News surrounding the release of Tomb Raider: were people asked to hold their reviews if they were below a certain score? Tomb Raider sales leading on the PS3! We also discuss the new terminology for those with an addiction to video games, how analysts say Wii titles hit bargain bins faster, the renaming of Halo 3: Recon, and much more. We also reveal some of our choices for this holiday season in our annual Holiday Guide. This week is a whopper, so download today!

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PODCAST #55 – November 21, 2008 (1:16:55)

What more could you ask for when you have a gaming week like this? We discuss some of the biggest games, including Shaun White Snowboarding, Mortal Kombat vs. DC Universe, a heated debate between Animal Crossing: City Folk and justify4Dead, etc. Theres even a surprise game everyone needs to know about! News this week: release of the New Xbox Experience (NXE), XBLA and PSN carrying the same users, some Shane Kim news, and a complex story that involves the MGS franchise. Download now to get the weekend started right!

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PODCAST #54 – November 14, 2008 (1:26:30)

Valkyria Chronicles, SingStar Legends vol. 2, Quantum of Solace, and Madagascar Escape 2 Africa are given in-depth looks by the Cheat Code Central crew this week. We also talk about Legendary, Banjo Kazooie: Nuts & Bolts, etc. Boom and Bust delivers a couple of shocks. We get our first rant of the week in Import Minute (youll be surprised of what causes it!) The news this week causes a few minor explosions amongst the crew. Finally, during the closing comments, there is a rant that has been a long time coming. So what are you waiting for? This one is sure to please!

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PODCAST #53 – November 07, 2008 (1:32:34)

In a week of giants, the Cheat Code Central crew had a hard time deciding their Boom and Bust. We discuss the mega games of the week – Resistance 2, Gear of War 2, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm, and a few upcoming titles as well, including Mirror’s Edge and Killzone 2. The news bring you new street dates, piracy discussions, more Metal Gear Solid 4, Boku destroying LittleBigPlanet, and much more. We also have some emails from our audience that spark a little controversy. Download today to get your weekly dose of the Cheat Code Central crew!

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PODCAST #52 – October 31, 2008 (1:22:17)

Halloween time! Celebrate Halloween with the Cheat Code Central crew with a look at some of the weeks biggest games, Fallout 3, LittleBigPlanet, Guitar Hero: World Tour, and Motorostorm. The news this week is heavy with controversy as we talk about the Fable 2 achievement ordeal, the Fallout 3 PS3 review on IGN, and presidential candidates telling us to put down our controllers to vote. We also talk about the tragic fact that old games dont matter, horrific events in Maple Story, and much much more. Before going trick-or-treating download the show and spend a little Halloween time with the Cheat Code Central crew.

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PODCAST #51 – October 24, 2008 (1:21:38)

The games you want to know about this week are covered! Hear about Fable 2, Wii Music, Far Cry 2, and Spider-Man: Web of Shadows! Dont miss the new segment Boom or Bust, where we mention our top and bottom choices of the week. In the news we discuss some hot topics like the Fallout 3 controversy in India, piracy and Microsofts potential answer, E3 2009 details, and this weeks Star Wars: The Old Republic announcement. Download now for all this and more!

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PODCAST #50 – October 17, 2008 (1:10:54)

Welcome to the 50th podcast! The Cheat Code Central crew celebrates the number 50 by introducing a couple of new weekly features: Boom or Bust and a new section in the news that has yet to be baptized. Wanna help with that? For big games this week we take a look at Fracture, Saints Row 2, and Dead Space. The news is littered with ups and downs surrounding politics, EA’s opinion on the Take-Two buyout, and the reprise of insane installs on the PS3. Celebrate the 50th today!

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PODCAST TGS ’08 – October 12, 2008 (57:27)

Did Tokyo Game Show 08 deliver? What games were announced this year? The Cheat Code Central crew answers every question you might have about this year’s mega event. Download today or you will miss out!

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PODCAST # 49 – October 10, 2008 (1:16:55)

LittleBigPlanet gets a lot of praise. Crash: Mind Over Mutant and Mega Man 9 also enjoy some of the bliss. Will Home be available for Qore enthusiasts? Why is the Dsi region-locked? Did Molyneaux overhype Fable 2? All these questions are answered and so much more! Why are you still reading? Download today!

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PODCAST # 48 – October 04, 2008 (1:23:53)

Silent Hill: Homecoming, Wario Land Shake It!, and Harvest Moon: Tree of Tranquility are just some of the titles we talk about this week. Fond farewell to Jack Thompson, and rumors galore fill most of our news this week. DSi specifications, and several other Nintendo announcements wrap it up. Hear our fan letters and much, much more!

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PODCAST # 47 – September 26, 2008 (1:34:31)

This week we discuss Lego Batman, Viva Piata: Pocket Paradise, and Dance Dance Revolution X. An in-depth look at Fracture is rivaled only by the info we have on FarCry 2. Is Home releasing with Little Big Planet? Whats Guitar Praise? Is video game violence still the root of all evil? Hear that news and much more.

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PODCAST # 46 – September 19, 2008 (1:24:23)

This week hear about releases like Rock Band 2, Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, PAIN Amusement Park and several others. What kind of news could we have? For starters, Peter Moore dusting off some news about Microsoft, continued displeasure with Too Human, Microsoft canceling ads with Bill Gates and Jerry Seinfeld, God of War in a Greek lawsuit, and much more!

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PODCAST # 45 – September 12, 2008 (2:01:13)

We have pertinent information about Godfather 2, straight from the source – EA. We also hit on the big games of the week like Spore, Viva Pinata 2, Infinite Undiscovery, and more! Also, hear about Spores raging controversy, Ensemble Studios closing, the debate on digital distribution from GameStop, the Wii Router, and so much more.

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PODCAST # 44 – September 05, 2008 (1:28:47)

Excited about Burnout Paradise’s new updates? So are we! Find out about the great new features and more. Also, this week’s news is heavy with console exclusives, Square Enix love, and why everyone should be playing on the Wii. We deliver the news about big games this week, including The Last Guy, Mercenaries 2, Mario Super Sluggers, and more.

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PODCAST # 43 – August 29, 2008 (1:58:15)

Need some info on NFL Head Coach 09? Gerald Smith, senior product manager from EA Sports delivers. The crew also talks about a few big games this week, including Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, Flower, Ratchet and Clank Future: Quest for Booty, and much more. Amanda lets some disappointing news out during Import Minute. Also, the pod is chocked-full of news (too many to mention!) Finally, hear about Adam and Matts surprising disappointments this year!

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PODCAST # 42 (GC 08 Special) – August 25, 2008 (1:15:11)

A special Cheat Code Central Podcast, highlighting all the announcements from Leipzig this year. Check out some of the hottest topics – major SONY announcements, controversial artwork, and much more! What are you waiting for? Dive in for GC 2008 MEGA coverage!

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PODCAST # 41 – August 22, 2008 (1:43:52)

This week we highlight games like Madden NFL 09, Batman: Arkham Asylum, and the new Bionic Commando Rearmed. Find out how the Xbox 360 demolished the PS3 in Japan, Square Enixs cellular mobile games coming to the PSP, and Amanda hates on Square Enix for the re-re-release of Advent Children. . Dont miss our EA Spring Showcase coverage!

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PODCAST # 40 – August 15, 2008 (1:51:11)

This week we highlight games like SoulCalibur IV, PixelJunk Eden, and the new Silent Hill. Find out about the departure of a legend at SEGA and why Matt is ticked off at Microsoft. Don’t miss what EA BlackBox producer Jay Balmer has to say about Skate 2!

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PODCAST # 39 – August 1, 2008 (1:34:13)

After a frantic E3 week, the Cheat Code Central Podcast returns to “normal” ground. Amanda shares the news about Siren: Blood Curse and Adam delivers on the chimp game love. There has been an overflow of gaming news after E3, everything from apologies for E3, Special edition games, strategy guides, and even a few rumors that are generating a lot of buzz. One of those rumors in particular concerns a “We Told You So” news about EA. Tune in to find out more!

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PODCAST # 38 (E3 08 Special / Part 1) – July 21, 2008 (2:26:43)
PODCAST # 38 (E3 08 Special / Part 2) – July 21, 2008 (1:12:43)

E3, the biggest video game event of the year, has arrived once again! Much like last year, the Cheat Code Central Podcast stayed up late to discuss the happenings. In our E3 Special Podcast we converse about everything that needs to be brought to light and more! This 2-part mega-podcast will keep you up to date with the gaming industry. What are you waiting for? Dive right in!

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PODCAST # 37 – July 4, 2008 (1:16:11)

The biggest thing on every gamer’s mind this week is on ours as well: the 2.40 firmware update for PS3! We discuss the good, the bad, and the horribly ugly. The upset fans for Yakuza 3 in Japan piques in import minute, as well as the disappointment in the thousands of anime-inspired games. We also take a look at Alone in the Dark, Hellboy: The Science of Evil, and Super Stardust HD. Some other highlights include the Xbox 360 HD DVD player selling for five bucks, police using GTA IV to catch pedophiles, and the potential rumor confirmation of KOTOR 3 MMO.

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PODCAST # 36 – June 20, 2008 (1:15:09)

In-depth look at our feelings for Metal gear Solid 4 and how the release is turning things around for the PS3. We also give Jack Thompson a final farewell – at least we hope so! Afrika seems to be a real game after all. Sony begins building “Sony-net.” Breaking news on the “break-apart” controllers. Finally, we talk about how video games make the perfect feature film if Hollywood paid attention.

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PODCAST # 35 – June 6, 2008 (1:25:19)

A year has come and gone. It’s hard to believe! We look back at some of our greatest podcast memories and how the industry has changed in just a year. Also, Amanda gives us some nice news from Japan, in addition to our interesting batch of news. Everything from Ninjas quitting and suing, and a little about the announcement of a new Guitar Hero is brought up in one of the strangest weeks for news. Finally, we take a look at some of the interesting things we’ve seen and heard. We were also informed we shouldn’t talk about certain things, according to Kojima…

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PODCAST # 34 – May 19, 2008 (1:15:24)

Adam reveals some of the titles he’s had some hands-on time with recently, including the Viva Pinata sequel, Ninja Gaiden 2, and Banjoe Kazooie: Nuts and Bolts. We take a small look at the Wii’s WiiWare titles. Is Wii-Fit dangerous to your health? According to certain news it may be the case! GTA IV Segment Part 2: We cover the game in depth, discussing the new features we love and the features we hate. Finally, destroying the myth around the perfect score or trying to understand the 10/10 rating several games have been receiving as of late.

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PODCAST # 33 – May 2, 2008 (1:10:25)

The pains and woes of buying the Metal Gear Solid Essential Collection. Amanda reveals the new Naruto game in Japan and also a disturbing new game about the life of a cat. One mega game announcement for all Naruto fans! Will MGS4 really sell PS3s or just slowly build upon already existing owners? GTA IV segment brings massive coverage of the upcoming Rockstar mega title, and the debate begins about the ominous glorification of GTA IV. Final note about our favorite director Uwe Boll being told “No!” about his interest in making a WoW movie.

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PODCAST # 32 – April 14, 2008 (1:06:44)

Amanda finally experiences the joys of Metal Gear, Matt admits he has played Audiosurf, and Adam reveals that he really is a cheap gamer. In addition to those reveals, the Cheat Code Central crew dives into the mind of Uwe Boll and question his ethic in film-making as they decide whether it is a good thing to sign the petition to stop him from doing any more movies. Also, the drift problem in North America is exposed, more controversial EA talk, and much more. To wrap things up, the crew looked at whether the age of gaming has shifted or not.

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PODCAST # 31 – March 31, 2008 (1:06:11)

Grand Theft Auto IV’s final trailer is revealed and we discuss our opinions on the trailer of the very anticipated game. Is Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII the game we thought it would be or just a potential fill-in for things to come? More videogame movie news (and our sadness grows). On a final note, we examine our feelings on Bungie’s generosity to the guy that lost his Xbox 360 with memorable Halo artwork.

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PODCAST # 30 – February 15, 2008 (00:56:26)

Find out what we’ve been playing and loathing all at the same time. The obvious addiction in Japan is revealed. We take a look at the new Wii-proof television, the continued tradition in God of War Chains of Olympus, and the end of the DVD format wars. In the roundtable we explain the truth behind Microsoft Points and how the math calculates.

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PODCAST # 29 – February 1, 2008 (01:04:13)

The delay on Super Smash Bros. Brawl breaks Amanda’s heart but the announcement of GTA IV release date cheers up Adam. Uwe Boll squares off against his constant negative critique he receives from gamers about his videogame movies. AO rears its head once more as a possibility for GTA IV. We take a look at the clones of successful videogame franchises and the problems with over-saturation. In the roundtable we chat about the “plot-less” videogames that become movies, and whether it is Hollywood’s fault or the games’ themselves.

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PODCAST # 28 – January 18, 2008 (01:04:52)

Lawsuit Central becomes an integral part of the show as we discuss the several lawsuits going on in the gaming industry. We also talk about a different version of Mass Effect we may not have played! The additions of some Star Wars characters to the Soul Calibur franchise are also debated. We discuss some of our New Year’s resolutions as far as gaming is concerned. Wrapping things up this week we look at how consoles crossing over into other forms of media may be affecting the industry as a whole.

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PODCAST # 27 – December 28, 2007 (01:04:46)

We’re back! The new stance of presidential candidate Hilary Clinton on video games leads Information Download. The Nintendo Wii shortage and the rain check system also gets a deeper look, as well as Activision’s decision to not allow the Guitar Hero 3 guitar to work on Rock Band on the PS3. We also talk about the tragic murder of a 7 year old by teenagers claiming that they were emulating Mortal Kombat. Finally, we take a look back at some of the big titles of 2007. Were there any titles missed during the award nominations?

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PODCAST # 26 – November 30, 2007 (01:17:45)

Stalker tools on Xbox Live leads Information Download. We also have some news about the Wii catching cheaters, Bungie and Microsoft being sued, Rockstar and the BBFC battling it out, Ninja Party, and more. Are video games really violent? Should companies take the steps to remove the blood and other features from video games in specific regions? Should there be a revision to the ESRB?

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PODCAST # 25 – November 16, 2007 (01:46:41)

Atari’s possible shutdown leads Information Download. We also have some news about Microsoft’s vision for their Xbox library becoming available on the Xbox 360, Singapore ban of Mass Effect, Parents having a new guide for games for their kids, the mono problems for Guitar Hero 3 on the Wii, and more. Is Mario more recognizable than the Canadian prime Minister? How is this affecting the world over? And are fictional characters easier to recognize than political figure heads?

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PODCAST # 24 – November 9, 2007 (01:34:46)

The Cheat Code Central Crew finally recovered from last week’s outbreak. This is what they brought to us this week – Information Download: Teen hires a Hitman, No Wii with Hard Drive, Wii’s TV Guide Channel, Microsoft’s Parental Control, and more! We’re kind of review-heavy this week with Guitar Hero 3, Manhunt 2, Call of Duty 4, and Cars Mater-National, followed by some other exciting games in Tuesday Traffic. In this week’s Water Cooler we try to figure out if Hollywood has a leg to stand on for blaming video games for poor ticket sales!

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PODCAST # 23 – October 31, 2007 (00:58:39)

On October 29, 2007, the Cheat Code Central Podcast Crew began their weekly podcast. A whole day passed and we heard nothing from them. Upon further investigation, a horrid display was found at the recording studio; too much to describe here. This week’s recording is all that we could find of the Cheat Code Central crew. It gives some insight as to what happened the night of the recording. Warning: The recording may be too much for younger audiences. Be advised.

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PODCAST # 22 – October 26, 2007 (01:15:30)

Xbox 360 beating the Wii and other news make up this week’s Information Download. Additionally hear about PS3 problems revealed, Valve upsetting Spain, Toshiba making two headlines, Army of Two being delayed, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at Tony Hawk’s Proving Ground, Table Tennis, Fullmetal Alchemist Trading Card Game, Saints Row 2, and more. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler reveals the faults of EA’s “one console future” theory – can it work?

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PODCAST # 21 – October 19, 2007 (01:30:09)

Hear about the downloadable DS channel on this week’s Information Download! Additionally, learn about the PS3’s growth in Europe, Wii owners not playing, Microsofts “Home”, Super Smash Bros. delay, and much more! In GameSpeak we take a look at The Orange Box, Donkey Kong Barrel Blast, Sega Rally Revo, and a couple of hands-on previews for The Simpsons Game and Guitar Hero 3. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. Water Cooler: The Golden Age of Gaming – is it gone forever?

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PODCAST # 20 – October 12, 2007 (01:38:13)

Bungie and Microsoft splitting leads this week’s Information Download. Additionally hear about the Wii’s new SKU, churches using Halo, the woes of the slim PSP, Rockstar’s appeal, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at PGR4, Flatout Ultimate Carnage, NBA 2K8, and MLB Power Pros. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with the big question – Should there be licensed video games?

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PODCAST # 19 – October 5, 2007 (01:19:49)

Halo 3 once again floods this week’s Information Download. Additionally hear about the PS3’s new SKU, The Wii Jacket, Metal Gear Solid 5?, Jack Thompson again! and much more. In GameSpeak, we take a look at Dewy’s Adventure, Eternal Sonata, Warriors Orochi, and Juiced 2: Hot Import Nights. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with the never ending debate – Graphics vs. Gameplay.

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PODCAST # 18 – September 28, 2007 (01:35:54)

Halo 3 charges this week’s Information Download. Additionally hear about Sony Home’s delay, Resident Evil 5, Konami’s Wii Fit, Gamestop going AO?, and much more. Hear about the Tokyo Game Show in Import Minutes! In Gamespeak we take a look at .hack//G.U. vol.3// Redemption, Singstar Amped, Halo 3 (of course!), and a little hands-on with Crash of the Titans. In Tuesday Traffic we look at a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with our favorite person – Jack Thompson.

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PODCAST # 17 – September 21, 2007 (01:15:38)

Halo 3’s ending leaks on the internet! Hear it on this week’s Information Download. Additionally hear about Sony Home impressing some beta testers, Jack Thompson’s tantrums, Live’s security threat, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at Worms: Open Warfare 2, Kengo Legend of the 9, Bleach: The Blade of Fate, and talk about Halo 3. In Tuesday Traffic we look at Eternal Sonata and a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The Water Cooler deals with gaming and parenting issues – Will there ever be peace between them?

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PODCAST # 16 – September 14, 2007 (01:18:45)

Microsoft banishment of cheaters leads this week’s Information Download. Hear about Ubisoft buying Lara Croft, Rock Band coming wired to your Xbox 360, Uncut Manhunt 2 leaked, and much more. In GameSpeak we take a look at Wild Arms 5, Naruto Uzamaki Chronicles 2, Moto GP, justify 4 Dead, and Gran Turismo 5. In Tuesday Traffic we look at Heavenly Sword and a few other noteworthy titles of the week. The roundtable deals with cheaters and what should be done with them, if anything at all…

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PODCAST # 15 – September 7, 2007 (00:44:45)

In this week’s Information Download hear about Sony running out of $499 PS3, along with the delay of Mercenaries 2, Sony throwing punches on Wikipedia, Manhunt 2’s possible Holland release, and much more. In Gamespeak we take a look at Stranglehold, Blue Dragon, Warhawk, Stuntman: Ignition, and GRAW 2. This week’s roundtable discussion is about advertisements in video games – Could the cost of next-gen titles be cut back to help gamers out?

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PODCAST # 14 – August 31, 2007 (01:16:10)

Bioshock’s moral dilemma leads this week’s Information Download. Hear about Metal Gear Solid Online and MGS4 being the same game, Xbox’s smoking wheel, Manhunt 2’s new release date, and much more. In Gamespeak we take a look at BioShock, Two Worlds, etc. and in Tuesday Traffic we look at Blue Dragon, Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, and Stuntman: Ignition. This week’s roundtable discussion is about the horror genre in games and films. We also reveal some of our own fears

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PODCAST # 13 – August 27, 2007 (00:58:01)

Information Download: Jack Thompson clears his psyche evaluation, Blizzard dismisses WOW console rumors, BioShock’s widescreen issues, and more! In Game Speak we take review Jeanne D’Arc and this week’s biggest titles. This week’s roundtable discusses the faults of each of the current consoles, ranging from the red ring issue to the lack of games.

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PODCAST # 12 – August 24, 2007 (00:53:42)

Pirates vs. Ninjas Dodge Ball highlights Information Download this week, along with Rock Band’s delay, the Wii’s surprising sales figures, and more! In Game Speak we have hands-on impressions of Stranglehold, Beautiful Katamari, and Fatal Inertia. This week’s roundtable discussion is about the future of gaming (with the possibility of a robot revolt thrown in for good measure!).

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PODCAST # 11 – August 11, 2007 (1:09:27)

We have news surrounding Halo 3, racially charged controversy in Resident Evil 5, Guitar Hero gets the “One” that could make them the favorite, etc. This week in Game Speak we take a look at some of the titles to look forward to this month. In the roundtable we discuss the delay of GTA IV and how it will impact the game!

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PODCAST # 10 – August 3, 2007 (1:04:59)

Countdown news surrounding the PS3’s potential destruction, Xbox 360 price cut confirmation, Nintendo getting new characters, and much more. This week in Game Speak we have a look at Escape From Bug Island, Hot Shots Tennis, and the Heavenly Sword and Blue Dragon demos. Finally, for the roundtable, we discuss Online Etiquette and how you can become a better gamer online!

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PODCAST # 9 – July 27, 2007 (1:26:59)

Breaking news surrounding the PS3 sales having a 135% gain, Roger Ebert still giving the video game industry the thumbs down, Metal Gear Solid going online, and much more! This week in Game Speak, we have a look back at the best of E3. Finally, for the roundtable, we celebrate Metal Gear’s 20th anniversary and look forward to the future of the series!

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PODCAST # 8 – July 20, 2007 (1:13:32)

We invite you to our round table, with the topic “Is Sony crazy?.” We also have news about the Wii toping the PS2 in sales, the plague that harms the Xbox 360 in Australia, Mario Party 8 being banned in the UK, and much more! This week in the Game Speak reviews and previews segment we have a look at Final Fantasy for the PSP as well as The Sims 2: Pets for the Wii. We also discuss some of the games we didn’t get to on the E3 podcast.

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PODCAST # 7 – SPECIAL E3 2007 PODCAST – July 17, 2007 (1:18:52)

Microsoft, Nintendo, and Sony all had really good conferences, but the Cheat Code Central crew discusses the best and worst of this year’s gaming event. We also break some of the games revealed and talked about during each, like Assasin’s Creed, Resident Evil 5, Metal Gear Solid 4, Echocrome, Mario Kart Wii, and many more. We had a lot to discuss, so sit back and enjoy the explosive Cheat Code Central Podcast E3 special!

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PODCAST # 6 – July 11, 2007 (1:34:03)

We’ve got some news surrounding the PS3 price cut and the possibility of Microsoft following suit. Hear the news about where Microsoft held their press conference at E3, the potential PS3 movie service, and much more. This week in our newly titled “Game Speak” reviews and previews segment we take a look at some of our hopes for game announcements at this year’s E3. Finally, for the roundtable, we do a Console Wars rehash – Will the price drop of the PS3 really spark the fires for the war?

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PODCAST # 5 – July 6, 2007 (1:14:42)

Hear the news about the Jack Thompson’s impending psych evaluation, Metroid Prime not receiving the online treament, Super Smash Brothers Brawl not being displayed at this year’s E3, and more. Also don’t miss this week’s reviews of The Darkness, Transformers, Pokemon Battle Revolution, etc., and previews for Eternal Sonata, Rayman Raving Rabbids 2, and Harvest Moon Wii. Finally, for the roundtable, we discuss the GTA IV second trailer – What does this one reveal and how is it going to shape the genre the series created?

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PODCAST # 4 – June 29, 2007 (1:04:29)

Don’t miss the news about the recent declaration by Sony to provide more games by March of next year, the ESRB cracking down on game trailers, congress looking at in-game profiting, and more! We also have reviews for Harry Potter and the order of the Phoenix, Rainbow Six Vegas, DiRT, Transformers, and more! There are four previews this week, Fallout 3, The Darkness, The Last Remnant, and Earth No More. Finally, for the roundtable, we discuss Downloadable Content – What are some of the plus and advantages of the fairly new venue of gaming?

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PODCAST # 3 – June 21, 2007 (1:02:03)

This week we give you a double dose of the roundtable as we tackle the controversy surrounding the AO rating of Manhunt 2. We also cover the breaking news of a potential price cut for the PS3, Microsofts exclusive buyout of episodic content for GTA IV, and Sega doubting the Wii. In our reviews and previews we got some ninja action for you with Naruto: Ultimate Ninja 2 and Tenchu Z, and we take a look at the new Harry Potter game. We also have our first audience email discussion!

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PODCAST # 2 – June 14, 2007 (1:08:54)

Don’t miss the news about the Xbox 360 motion-sensing controls, the new Pac-Man C.E., Super Smash Brothers Brawl, and more! We also have reviews for Tomb Raider Anniversary, Shadowrun, Dragon Ball Z, and more! There are three previews this week: FIFA 08, Half Life 2: Episode Two, and Mario Strikers Charged. Finally, for the roundtable, we discuss Family Gaming – What systems offer the best family gaming experience?

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PODCAST # 1 – June 8, 2007 (59:42)

The first explosive Cheat Code Central Podcast by the Cheat Code Central crew. In our first broadcast we cover the possibility of GTA IV being delayed, a review of Mario Party 8, and a look at the upcoming FPS Call of Juarez. Our roundtable touches on how much life is justify in the PS2.

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