Joystiq Podcast 116 - Canfax 720 edition
by Justin McElroy 
{ Nov 6th 2009 at 2:30PM } 
It's our angriest podcast yet as we argue about the merits of this console generation, Brutal Legend, Uncharted 2, Assassin's Creed II (barely) and the films of Gary Ross. Plus, as a special bonus, we mention having giveaway bags of Blueberry Muffin Tops cereal but completely forget to give them away. So, we'll do it right here.
Comment below with your thoughts on the podcast and you could win a Brush With Fame and some of the greatest cereal on the face of the earth. Oh, and thanks to Alan Black for his eco-friendly photoshop.
Comment below with your thoughts on the podcast and you could win a Brush With Fame and some of the greatest cereal on the face of the earth. Oh, and thanks to Alan Black for his eco-friendly photoshop.
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Hosts: Christopher Grant (@chrisgrant), Justin McElroy (@justinmcelroy) and Ludwig Kietzmann (@LudwigK)
Music: "Gravity (Don't Let Me Go)" by Jon Black, "Red Eye" by Ben Kweller
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See all of this week's links (and what games we played) after the jump.
What Are You Playing?
Justin - Dragon Age, Assassin's Creed II, Brutal Legend
Chris - Chisel & Carpentry XIV: Splinters of Lament
Ludwig - Ninja Gaiden Sigma 2, Ratchet & Clank: A Crack in Time.
News:
Battlefield: Bad Company 2 multiplayer beta hits Nov. 19, exclusive to PS3
Unreal Development Kit brings Unreal Engine development to the masses
Infinity Ward pulls 'Fight Against Grenade Spam' ad in light of backlash
Modern Warfare 2 limited to 9 vs. 9 on PC
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 2)
Captain Planet [Planeteer | Power of Captain Planet] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:33PM
WTF JOYSTIQ
Emperor_Den_Den @ Nov 6th 2009 2:35PM
I knew you were going to say somethin about this
Cody @ Nov 6th 2009 2:37PM
Imposter Captain Planet is an imposter.
XBL: xGeneral DEATHx PSN: Deeth82 [Planeteer | Power of General Hostility and Angst] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:39PM
*Holds ring high*
GENERAL HOSTILITY AND ANGST!!!!
*Blast Lines*
Rhamsey @ Nov 6th 2009 2:41PM
Hey cap, can you give dead space girl my number?
Anthony M. @ Nov 6th 2009 2:43PM
I want to be a planeteer :(
Space @ Nov 6th 2009 2:44PM
you look like you let yourself go in that picture above.
The Dark Wayne [Planeteer: Power of the Batusi] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:44PM
Im so happy for you Captain, now you know what it's like for me whenever there's a batman article!
Storm Eagle [Resident Capcom Megafan] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:47PM
LOL! Owned.
Captain Planet [Planeteer | Power of Captain Planet] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:56PM
@ Rhamsey
DSG is knocking boots with Ma-Ti. You wouldn't think it by the looks of him, but well, let's just say DSG didn't have that look on her face before she met him.
The Dark Wayne [Planeteer: Power of the Batusi] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:56PM
Rhamsey, i think you just got BFWd
captainprotonx @ Nov 6th 2009 3:00PM
LAWSUIT!
Rhamsey @ Nov 6th 2009 3:33PM
Sadface, looks like another Friday night cuddled up with netflix.
Peter Moore @ Nov 6th 2009 3:37PM
I'm here for you, Rham.
Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 6th 2009 3:49PM
There's always mail-order, Rhamsey.
Michael T [Planeteer | Power of Mr. T] @ Nov 6th 2009 4:07PM
Agreed on the WTF, Captain.
They've made me have to break out my Mr. T FOOL-PITYIN' POWER!
deaftly (PSN,LIVE,STEAM) @ Nov 6th 2009 4:13PM
*crosses finger for KoolAid article*
PedoJokerBear [Planeteer | Power of Gall Bladder] @ Nov 6th 2009 4:44PM
*RAISES RING IN AIR*
dextro @ Nov 6th 2009 7:34PM
This is madness!
Hooded Miracle @ Nov 6th 2009 8:56PM
If it helps any, you're my hero. ;_;
Caveman @ Nov 6th 2009 9:24PM
Captain Planet the poster has made Captain Planet the show more popular than ever.
I am glad that you were able to get the first comment.
Damian @ Nov 7th 2009 8:37AM
Slightly off topic, but there is a name for that tv show where Jamie Oliver is in Huntington.
It's called World's Fattest Town, so Justin was not far off with his prediction of the name.
http://news.sky.com/skynews/Home/Showbiz-News/Jamie-Oliver-Tackles-Huntington-In-New-Healthy-Eating-Food-Series-In-America/Article/200909315384366?f=rss
JeezWhiz87 @ Nov 7th 2009 3:17PM
You can't imagine the look of relief on my face when I saw you had the first post. I'm pretty sure sweat was beading on my forehead before I clicked through thinking "Captain Planet better be first......"
Also, probably the only time on Joystiq where I actually gave a fuck that someone was first.
Hog Robbrer @ Nov 7th 2009 7:19PM
If only there was articles about hog robbers
Spiritsnare @ Nov 6th 2009 2:33PM
Hi, DSG.
SuiXide @ Nov 6th 2009 2:35PM
SHE'S BACK!
LuiginDaisy @ Nov 6th 2009 2:34PM
I came.
captainprotonx @ Nov 6th 2009 3:01PM
Clean yourself up.
Warlock @ Nov 6th 2009 2:37PM
God they even have the screaming woman, that's classic.
bongoes Sector 2814 @ Nov 6th 2009 3:34PM
Her name is Dead Space Girl and you have hurt her feelings.
Rein [Prime Minister of the city-state of New Bjork] @ Nov 7th 2009 7:36AM
And Bjork!
RANDOM G (Joystiq Troll Slayer) @ Nov 6th 2009 2:38PM
"Chisel & Carpentry XIV: Splinters of Lament"
That's depressing, Chris.
Crusty Magic @ Nov 6th 2009 2:42PM
I can honestly say that Blueberry Muffin Tops are amazing.
Found some a few months back and tweeted Justin about how good they are.
Courtney @ Nov 6th 2009 2:44PM
Blueberry Muffintops!!!???? Yah!!! I've yet to try any, silly grocery stores in my area don't carry them.
Also, nice to have this early, can listen to it to finish off the day's work.
McBrick @ Nov 6th 2009 2:59PM
Walmart carries them. Walmart is everywhere. Problem solved. Good luck.
Courtney @ Nov 6th 2009 3:01PM
Really? I haven't darkened the door of a Wal-Mart in years. I'm not sure if the potential deliciousness of Blueberry Muffintops is worth the little bit of my soul I lose by crossing that threshold.
McBrick @ Nov 6th 2009 3:52PM
If you can't stand to give the ghost of Sam Walton your money (and I don't know why you'd feel that way but don't need to get into that) then go here: http://www.econsumeraffairs.com/mom/ProductLocator.htm
You know, we've been making muffins out of cereal for a long time; turnabout is fair play, I always say.
Darth Bradwart, The Dark Lord of the Sith @ Nov 6th 2009 3:56PM
Wal-Mart is a pretty good store. You're missing out.
Courtney @ Nov 6th 2009 4:13PM
I tend to find that for most of the stuff I buy, I can get it at other stores for the same price or cheaper than WalMart (especially video games). Also, even when I might save some money, I value my time more than the couple of bucks I might save. A trip to WalMart takes at least 30 minutes between parking, walking in, finding what I want, checking out, and finally getting back to my car. At other stores, I can get in and out in just a few minutes and be on with my life.
Michael @ Nov 6th 2009 3:21PM
Blueberry Muffin Tops!
under13warrior @ Nov 6th 2009 2:48PM
woot
Todd G @ Nov 6th 2009 2:49PM
I got your back, Chris. I haven't finished Uncharted 2 yet, either.
zlickrick @ Nov 6th 2009 2:51PM
Ill trade one of my phat gold chains for dem muffin tops.
The Dark Wayne [Planeteer: Power of the Batusi] @ Nov 6th 2009 2:54PM
I cant wait to hear what Justin has to say about Brutal Legend and Dragon Age, but God! How you torment me with Assassin's Creed 2!
The Dark Wayne [Planeteer: Power of the Batusi] @ Nov 6th 2009 5:56PM
on the subject of Dragon Age's DLC, the wardens keep one is fun, and you get some sweet armor and access to your own little trader cabal and i felt it was worth the 7 dollars. As for the stone prisoner DLC, this was really really great, just like they say he's a full character not just an extra little nugget, he has fully developed dialog, deep characterization, interaction with other npcs, and he's really quite funny, you really should buy this game new just for him
Deven @ Nov 6th 2009 3:02PM
This podcast sucks. Well..not really. I just want a BRU..BRU...BRU...BRUSH WITH FAME!!! I want my signed copy Crazy Garage for the DS!
Double J @ Nov 6th 2009 3:02PM
Griffin has used his power of heart to melt mine.
profeteer @ Nov 6th 2009 3:10PM
George Clooney as the white guy
ObiBen @ Nov 6th 2009 3:13PM
great photoshop. I would very much like to try some BBMTs. I hear they are part of a complete breakfast.
telee @ Nov 6th 2009 3:18PM
I love you, Dead Space Girl.