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The Game Under Podcast

Tom Towers & Phil Fogggameunder.net
Tom Towers and Phil Fogg discuss the latest video game news, give impressions and reviews of the games they are playing and discuss issues in the video game industry, all from a unique Australian perspective in one of Australia's longest-running video game podcasts.
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Episodes

Game Under Podcast Episode 29

In what is possibly our biggest non-BIG SHOW yet we talk about WWE2K14, Driver: San Francisco, Journey of a Roach, Enslaved, Pigsy's Perfect Ten and the week's news.​

Nov 10, 20132 hr 57 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Game Under Podcast Episode 28

Tom wraps up the Saints Row franchise with his aural review of Saints Row 4, but before that we go over our thoughts of The Stanley Parable Demo and Back to the Future Episodes 2,3 and 4. We go over the news of the week and go off on our usual tangents, thanks for listening!

Nov 02, 20132 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Game Under Podcast Episode 27

Tom and Phil return with game impressions galore. Dragon's Crown, Back to the Future Ep.1 and Goodbye Deponia get shown the door, while Ni No Kuni is ushered in with the week's news. Another Tom Towers Aural Review ends the show, this week the subject is Saints Row: The Third. Thanks for Listening.

Oct 27, 20132 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Game Under Podcast Episode 26

This week, after some Trademark Banter (where Phil buys some new Nintendo hardware), the didactic duo give first impressions of GTA V and Dragon's Crown. Tom closes out his thoughts on The Raven, we go over the week's news and end it all with an Aural Review of Saints Row 2.

Oct 04, 20132 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Game Under Podcast Episode 25

It's time again for another BIG SHOW, and for BIG SHOW 5, what better game to give first impressions of than GTAV. It is all anyone can talk about this week, but we find time to talk about some other games as well, including GTA V, Saints Row 4, Saints Row 2, Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons, The Raven - Legacy of a Master Thief and because we have not talked enough about open-world crimes games we cram in a Tom Towers Aural Review of Mafia II. Oh and the news.

Sep 20, 20133 hr 51 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Aural Review Max Payne 3

Tom Towers gives his Aural Review of Max Payne 3. Note, there are spoilers for the entire Max Payne series.

Sep 18, 20131 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Game Under Podcast Episode 23

We are back to our regular format this week with first impressions galore, news and some Final Thoughts. We give our final verdict on Papers, Please and Left4Dead1 DLC for L4D2. We also give first impressions on Brothers: A Tale of Two Sons and Saints Row 4.

Sep 14, 20132 hr 19 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Game Under Podcast Episode 22

In a light news (post-PAX) week Phil gives his final impressions of two That Game Company games; Flower and Journey and Tom playes Killzone 2, yet again. Hilarity Ensues, Thanks for listening,

Sep 08, 201351 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Game Under Podcast Episode 21

Tom Towers and Phil Fogg go over all the new console and pricing news of the week. Tom also finishes out the Max Payne franchise and gives an Aural Review of Max Payne 3.

Sep 01, 20132 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Game Under Podcast Episode 20

It's our fourth BIG SHOW, and so we go all out with first impressions of Wonderful 101, Pikmin 3, Papers Please, Earthbound and Game and Wario. A feature on third-person shooters can be found as well as an Aural Review of Max Payne 2​ from Tom Towers. We cover the latest news from Gamescom and around the gaming world, thanks for listening.​

Aug 24, 20134 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 20

Game Under Podcast Episode 19

Phil Fogg returns to talk NPD's, Microsoft's latest reversal and some first and final impressions of games new and old, including Bastion, Max Payne, Thomas Was Alone and Vanquish. This week we not only give our best and worst gaming experiences of the week, but also lengthy discourses on Microsoft's strategy, Nintendo's woes and the plight of the modern writer (and history of when writers had it good). Thank you for listening, and please, if you enjoy or hate our show, tell a friend....

Aug 17, 20132 hr 44 minSeason 1Ep. 19

Game Under Podcast Episode 18

This week we have first impressions of PayDay 2 and some Final Summations of Thomas Was Alone, Vanquish, Red Faction, Another World and Worms Revolution (as well as the week's biggest news). Thank you for listening, and please, share our show if you like it.

Aug 12, 20132 hr 1 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Game Under Podcast Episode 017

We have one of our best shows ever. The explaination for the image below is in the show, as well as our impressions of Zeno Blade 2, Retro City Rampage and Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine along with Pikmin 3 and the week's other news.

Aug 03, 20132 hr 11 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Game Under Podcast Episode 016

This week we've both played Warhammer 40K: Space Marine, Bioshock Infinite, and Tom has a few views of his own on Worms Revolution and Mystery Game. We also go over the week's news. Thanks for listening.

Jul 27, 20132 hr 49 minSeason 1Ep. 16

Game Under Podcast Episode 015

It's our BIG SHOW, with Bioshock 2, Hotline Miami and Walking Dead: 400 Days reviews. Also, two features, some news and an insider's tale about game P.R.

Jul 20, 20133 hr 25 minSeason 1Ep. 15

Why Not 17 Vaginas?

Tom previews The Raven: Confessions of a Master Theif, we talk about Killzone 3 for the last time ever and Phil gives his first impressions of Halo:CE HD and Activision Hits. We also cover the week's news, give an aural review fo Bioshock and have a discussion about direction in games and the best and worst gaming collections in history. Thanks for listening - Phil

Jul 14, 20130Season 1Ep. 14

Game Under Podcast Episode 013

Despite Phil's best efforts to derail the show Tom Towers forges on and gives his impressions of S.T.A.L.K.E.R: Shadow of Chernobyl. Phil also goes on and on about Killzone 3 and FIFA 13 (what is this, Freaky Friday?). We also talk about used games and piracy. Anyway, if you are in Africa or Western Australia, please give us a listen.

Jul 06, 20132 hr 50 minSeason 1Ep. 13

Game Under Podcast Episode 012

This week we continue (and end) our Naughty Dog obsession with Tom's completion of Uncharted 3 (he reveals his score as well). Phil Fogg is joined for the second half of our show by Dave Ader, were they discuss Last of Us with plenty of gameplay and story spoilers.

Jun 30, 20132 hr 3 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Game Under Podcast Episode 011

Trademark Banter0:01:45 Australia Dominates Iraq, is now on par with Iran0:04:53 Phil Has a Kindle/ Book Suggestion 0:06:25 Tom's Deadly Premonition Review is up, we talk about his reviewOngoing Impressions0:08:40 Phil comments on one week with last of Us0:14:15 Splinter Cell Discussion (on stealth)News0:15:15 Aussie Prices for the Next Gen & NZ Wii U for $200!0:19:45 Xbox ONE-80. Microsoft's existential crisis reaches boiling point0:23:20 So will we get one?0:24:10 One Time Check-in Theory0...

Jun 21, 20131 hr 58 minSeason 1Ep. 11

Game Under Podcast Episode 010

It's our BIG Show with an E3 and Naughty Dog Explosion. First impressions of Last of Us, Tom plays Uncharted for the first time and we go through our highlights of E3 as well as final impressions of Metro 2033.0:00:58 Trademark Banter - We score our E3 Predictions from Last WeekE3 ReactionsMicrosoft0:07:25 Microsoft Apologizes for Rape0:09:50 The Price - Would we buy it?0:16:00 The Games - MGS5, Dead Rising 3, Forza, Quantum Break and discussion of FMV games, The Last Express, Ryse, Killer Insti...

Jun 14, 20133 hr 17 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Game Under Podcast Episode 009

Tom Towers and Phil Fogg give analysis of the latest news, E3 hype and predictions and somehands-on impressions of Remember Me and a mystery game.

Jun 09, 20132 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 9

Game Under Podcast Episode 008

Tom and I put together a real humdinger this weekend. We clear the decks with final impressions of several games, and give you a back-end Deadly Premonition treat. Thanks for listening, and if you like the show tell a friend.

Jun 04, 20132 hr 31 minSeason 1Ep. 8

Game Under Podcast Episode 007

Tom and Phil talk about the Xbox One launch event and also give their first impressions of Deadly Premonition: Directors Cut as well as final thoughts on Resistance 3, Tomb Raider 2013 and Malacious. Also, Ford Falcons and pogo sticks are mentioned.

May 26, 20132 hr 18 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Game Under Podcast Episode 006

00:15 Tribute to Aarny00:27 Introduction00:45 Phil's new games this week.02:06 Halloween and ANZAC Day.04:41 Tom talks about games he has gotten.05:28 Resident Evil Revelations Impressions from Tom and Sub-discussion about limited resources and pacing. News27:30 NPD - A Big Downturn. 36:45 Nintendo Shuts Down Playthrough Tutorials on YouTube43:30 EA Abandons Online Passes (coded DRM for Multiplayer) and side-discussion of Wii U49:15 Nintendo Direct (we play Care/ Don't Care)YakuzaZillzONE Minute...

May 18, 20131 hr 44 minSeason 1Ep. 6

Game Under Podcast Episode 005

It's our horror special where we talk about our favorite (and most recent) horror gaming experiences including games like Cursed Mountain, the Alan Wakes, Condemned, Rule of Rose, Left 4 Dead 2 and an Australian-exclusive (at least for the next few days)... impressions of Deadly Premonition: Director's Cut. We also landed an interview with a horror gaming expert.

May 12, 20132 hr 58 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Game Under Podcast Episode 004

Before getting into the news of the week Tom and Phil go over all the latest GTA5 news and focus on the evolution of the popular franchise GTA Special0:07 GTA Through the Ages24:15 We Watch the Latest Trailer Introduction37:22 Welcome to the Show!39:45 One Last GTA Thing: Odin Sphere and how it is like GTA. News50:05 Eternal Darkness Sequel58:19 3D Mario Coming by October1:00:57 Respawn on Durango Only YakuzaKillzONE Minute1:06:48 Killzone and PS4 Controller1:08:47 Yakuza Restaurant Shoot-out Ga...

May 05, 20131 hr 46 minSeason 1Ep. 4

Game Under Podcast Episode 003

Tom Towers and Phil Fogg break from their monthly podcasting schedule go over the week's news and anything else gaming related in their lives.​ Stream Above or Download Directly Here (right-click then save as) .​​ You may also listen to our shows using Stitcher . Also, please subscribe to our podcast using RSS by clicking here .​​ Or Subscribe with iTunes . NEWS ​3:29 Nintendo Skipping Keynote at E3 2013 11:20 EA Shuts Down EA Partners​ 22:51 XCOM FPS is Alive and Has a New Name​ 27:55 HOTD iOS​...

Apr 28, 20131 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Game Under Podcast Episode 002

Tom Towers and Phil Fogg break from their monthly podcasting schedule go over the week's news and anything else gaming related in their lives.​ Stream Above or Download Directly Here (right-click then save as) .​​ Also, please subscribe to our podcast using RSS by clicking here .​​ Or Subscribe with iTunes . ​YakuzaKillzONE MINUTE2:45 Kaz is coming to Hots Shots Golf . 4:04 Killzone Director Says PS4 is Not Just a High End PC ​ NEWS ​7:29 Nintendo Direct Conference 40:25 March 2013 NPD...

Apr 21, 201350 minSeason 1Ep. 2

Game Under Podcast Episode 1

Tom Towers and Phil Fogg bring their act to a new stage. 3:31 Evoland Impressions and talk about referecial humour and impresonation. 10:45 Zeno Clsh and review processes at big websites. 27:15 Serious Sam 3 and how Phil would fix it. 40:45 Killzone 1 with some Yakuza talk. 51:00 Bull and soap opera talk. 1:05:45 Shin Megami Tensei: Devil Summoner: Raidou Kuzunoha vs. The Soulless Army FEATURE 1:17:25 Spec Ops: The Line SPOILERS BEGIN AT 1:33:00 and end at 2:30:55 NEWS 2:30:55 GTA Tracks Now on ...

Apr 14, 20133 hr 29 minSeason 1Ep. 1

The Press Room Episode 136

Tom "Foolz" Towers of Laserlemming.com and friend Aarny return to host the 136th episode of The Pressroom (while playing Left4Dead). On hand impressions of Left4Dead 2 (PC), God of War Collection (PS3), A Virus Named Tom (PC), Demon Souls (PS3), Sly Cooper Collection (PS3), The Book of Unwritten Tales: The Critter Chronicles (PC), Journey (PS3), The Ship (PC), Half-Life (PC), Antichamber (PC), Nickerpole (PC), Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 (PC), Killzone 2 (PS3), Borderlands (PS3) and a Football gam...

Apr 11, 20132 hr 9 min
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