MAP Episode 17: E3 2009 Extravaganza

By Lusipurr
It really was recorded live.

Produced 2009.06.07 This extended podcast includes our first week of “Summer of IX” footage, a roundup of the hottest E3 news, and our from-the-floor footage, recorded live: an interview with Shigeru Miyamoto!

Feature: The Summer of IX (Disc 2)

By Lusipurr
Final Fantasy IX (US Box Art)

Lusipurr.com continues the Summer of IX Feature by moving on to Final Fantasy IX Disc 2! This week’s discussion focuses on gameplay and character development through Disc 2. Do you feel that Final Fantasy IX has a solid and engaging battle system? Is it too simplistic, or too complicated? Are the characters entertaining and interesting? more »

Editorial: The Art of Final Fantasy

By Thea
Kuja!

In celebration of the staff’s play through of Final Fantasy IX, I want to look at one of my favorite aspects of the game: character design. One of the things that has always struck me about the Final Fantasy franchise is that they continue to bring beautifully designed and interesting characters to life within their more »

Editorial: A Few of E3 2009′s Games

By Riddles
Looks fairly familiar.

Ah, E3. A breathtaking, life-changing experience, to say the least. Not a bad show this year either, with more than enough big-deal announcements to keep gamers such as myself in anticipation of what’s to come. While Ethan is busy working rich-looking businessman, (again) how ’bouts I write up some brief, initial impressions on some of more »

Editorial: Project Natal

By MasterChef
It

When the rumors started hitting about a new Microsoft motion controller, most thought it was going to be a ripoff of the Nintendo Wii. However, Microsoft seems to be going in another direction, choosing instead to create a far fancier version of the PlayStation Eye. With full-body recognition and voice input support, Project Natal promises more »

MAP Episode 16: Oliver’s Operatic Pentecast

By Lusipurr
The pinnacle of American technology.

Produced 2009.05.31 The panel is prepared to preview the pending E3 production. Lesser-known favourites are discussed along with the news, and the Summer of IX feature is announced. Whether it’s Nier, Farcry, or Midway, this episode has it all!