GameTrust Podcast 29: Deck the Halls with Boughs of Deals Edition + Donkey Kong Country Returns

Oh the deals! There's not too much that gets Ivey excited like good great AMAZING deals. If you're looking for deals for that gamer in your life, look no further. Ivey, Ben, and Allie give you all the deals. We talk about the new Donkey Kong Country Returns, and Allie tells us how to cook the best turkey ever.

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GameTrust Podcast 28: Macbook Water Bottle Edition + A GoldenEye Wii Review

Here's a pro tip from Ben. Don't spill water on your Macbook. Despite what people might tell you it doesn't make it work better. This week Ivey and Ben get you ready for the weekend with their take on the podcast. It was late... We were tired. I'm actually not sure what we said. We hope you enjoy.

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First GameTrust Twitter Review: GoldenEye Wii

Yeah, don't mess with this guy

Have you ever thought, "Man, I wish all these long reviews could be wrapped up in 140 characters or less?" The GameTrust has heard your cry. We have now started the Twitter video game review. You can get these live if you follow us @TheGameTrust. But for those of you who missed it, we've posted it below in 760 characters and 142 words.

Presentation-Cutscenes R well done but a little stiff/Voice acting=A/Menus serve the game well & never seem cumbersome. #GoldenEye

Grafx-For a wii game they R outstanding/Many locations come to life through lighting & vivid colors/Some txures R muddy #GoldenEye

GmPlay-1st third is forgetable/2nd half is impossible to stop playing/2nd best controlled FPS on Wii/Sneak kills FTW! #GoldenEye

Multiplyr-Best MP FPS on Wii/It smokes Wii versions of COD/Expect diet COD4--Upgrades and Lv. ups/Split Scrn = fun as always #GoldenEye

Crap Indx-It's a FPS, it's violent, but not gory/Small poofs of blood/Head shots R encouraged/Very Mild cursing. #GoldenEye

Over All-A must buy 4 someone who only has a Wii & highly suggested for everyone else/ My final 4.5 stars out of 5 #GoldenEye

-Ivey Rhodes

GameTrust Podcast 27: But Then I Got Golden Eye Edition

I was going to get a better headline picture, but then I got Golden Eye...

Ivey, Ben and Allie bring the GameTrust secret transmission to you today. They were going to do a podcast, but then they got Golden Eye. It'll make more since if you listen to the podcast. We discuss in detail the new Golden Eye game for Wii, hit you with the deal of the week (Don't worry it doesn't hurt), and give you what is most likely the date U.S. release date for Nintendo 3DS. This is an episode you don't want to miss. Unless of course you got Golden Eye.

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GameTrust Podcast 26: Politics as Unusual as Possible Edition

Ivey, Allie, and Ben give it the college try and deliver this week's Gametrust like a baby two weeks past its due date. Yeah, I know, that was weird. Just listen. We answer your questions, talk about the Kinect launch, the leaked PSPhone and all around say stupid things. Have fun!

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GameTrust 25: Z edition

This isn't like Dragon Ball Z this is like BabyZ. Ivey and Ben meet up and give gaming a stern talking to. Subjects include the new Sonic, Angry Birds, and PlayStation 2's 10th birthday. Celebrate! We hope you enjoy.

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GameTrust Podcast 24: 3 Cats and a Hairball Edition

WE'RE BACK! Finally after too many weeks the GameTrust reconvenes. Listen to our talks about Arkham City, Golden Eye, Windows Phone 7 and more. Enjoy!

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The GameTrust Podcast Ep 23- Anne Bolin, I mean... Anberlin Edition

Anberlin's Newest Album

Ben and Ivey take on your questions and the latest news. Have you heard about that crazy new 360 controller, or the fact that Conduit 2 has been moved to 2011? No? You might want to take a listen then. Ivey and Ben also lay down their opinions on Metroid Other M. Is it any good? Find out in this newest exciting episode of the GameTrust. Oh yeah, they give away some great deals too.

We're asking you rate and comment us on iTunes. If you do we'll send a you a FREE box of cereal! Exciting and tasty. The proof is the video at Delmar's blog. You can check out his rockin' blog here.

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GameTrust Podcast 22: Interrupting Cow Edi... Moo

Ivey, Ben, and Matthew discuss up this week in video games. We fight against evil and destroy hunger, but you have to rate and comment us on iTunes. If you do we'll send you a free (lil') box of cereal.

Music this week by Hawk Nelson and Tuesday's Child.

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GameTrust Podcast 21: Back to School Edition

It's the dynamic duo back in action. Ivey and Allie tackle the plethora of news from Games Com: Release dates, announcements, Mass Effect 2 for the PS3, and the list goes on. They answer some interesting listener mail and (SPOILER ALERT) have a discussion about the ending of Inception. Don't worry, we also give you so great back to school deals!

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GameTrust Podcast Episode 20: House of Heroes Edition

House of Heroes New Album

Vacation is finally over. Summer is coming to an end. We're hoping the podcasts will come a lot more regular. Ivey, Ben, and Matthew hang out with you and discuss the news as well as our most anticipated games for the next year. This special House of Heroes edition is a little bit like a listening party. We listen to snippets of their new album Suburba. You can check it out and purchase it on iTunes, Amazon, and Walmart.

Enjoy the deals past the break. There are some really great ones. Games for a 1/3 the price and good games too. All of our news stories we talk about are also past the break They include Call of Duty Black Ops, Batman: Arkham City, and a PSP Phone. Yeah, this one is jam packed.

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GameTrust Podcast 19: Plexigas Edtion

And That's Saying Something.

Yeah, I spelled that right. It's the plexi "Gas" edition. Listen to the podcast and you'll get it. Anyway, Ivey, Matthew, and Allie join forces to bring you an insightful but very funny GameTrust Podcast. Allie turns into our personal laugh track.

We discuss Batman 3, Playstation's new Netflix app, Halo Reach, and our discussion of the week has to do with the gap of violence and sex in the ratings system. Why is there such a disconnect between the two? Believe me we all have opinions about that.

GameStop is having some great deals this month so make sure you check those out in the deal section after the break.

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Inception: My Different Take

Inception is a great movie. It’s everything this movie goer could want. It has the escapism of Avatar, the superb story telling of The Dark Knight, the metaphysical headiness of The Matrix, and heist and espionage elements of movies like Ocean’s 11 and Where Eagles Dare. Some would say it has it all.

Inception dives into our brains and causes us to ponder a part of ourselves that we rarely, if ever, have control of--Our dreams. It makes one ponder about the reality of the world we live in and the meaning of life all together. For that reason this movie is not for everyone. Following the break you will not find a review of the movie but a look at its themes and questions. If you would like a well written review head over to Ebert’s review. If you’d like to see how it relates to the family see Plugged-In Online’s review. I agree with both wholly. Warning spoilers will follow the break>>

Weekend Movie Review Round up

Thinking about about going to see a movie this weekend? Do you want to see if it's family friendly? Fear not I have Plugged-In Online's latest reviews. Plugged in is a family organization run by Focus on the Family. I encourage you to read there reviews before bringing kids out to any film.

I have not seen either of these films. I plan on seeing Inception with my wife, but don't care too much about The Sorcerer's Apprentice. It is curious to see Plugged-In recommend The Sorcerer's Apprentice with its sorcery theme. Read the review and come to your own conclusion on both movies.

Inception Review

Sorcerer's Apprentice Review

Watch for my personal impressions regarding Inception next week. If you've seen the movies please email us your impression but it would be even better if you would post your impressions or recommendations below.

-Ivey Rhodes

GameTrust Podcast 18: Joyful Edition

We're finally back. Yes, we know that you've been hovering over your computers DYING for us to post a new podcast. We here at The GameTrust would like to offer our deepest apologizes. It has been a month since our last podcast and that's about three weeks too long.

 

We hope you greatly enjoy the podcast as we discuss the ins and outs of the current portable gaming market and look at where it could be in the future. We discuss some wicked good deals on Dragon Quest IX and other DS games. If you don't know what 4k resolution is we also give our best explanations... to be honest we're not completely sure of the point of 4k. If you listen you'll understand. And as always we can't forget Krabby. He's our favorite Pokemon.

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GameTrust Podcast 17: E3 Edition

E3 is over. Man time flies! It seems like not that long ago I was thinking about how far off E3 was. Well, Ben and Ivey couldn't not talk about all the crazy developments and surprises that popped up. You won't want to miss this E3 wrap up discussion.

We'll talk about the 3DS, Kinect, Move, and a ton of game announcements. We're sorry this one is a little late, but if you'll forgive us we'll just ask you one thing. Rate us and comment us on iTunes. If you do that and then email us your address we'll send you a free bowl of cereal. And We're not lying. You can trust us, because we're the GameTrust. Listen below, but we'd prefer you subscribe on iTunes.

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Weekend Movie Review Roundup

So what are you going to see at the movies this week? I've round up some reviews of the big movies coming out this weekend. If you guys like this I'll continue to do it every week.

This is how it works. Because I don't have infinite time or funds (Though I wish I could find a Game Genie code for that) I'm putting up reviews of the movies from other sites. One of the links will be to a family friendly site and the other will be to a regular type movie review site. Read them both if you'd like and figure out which movie is right for you.

The A-Team

Plugged-in Online's Review

IGN's review

The Karate Kid

Plugged In's Review

IGN's Review

My pick for the week goes to Karate Kid. It seems pretty safe, and I'm actually excited about it. I wonder if he'll be "The best around?" We can only hope so.

-The Game Trust

GameTrust 16: Beaver Fever Edition

This is our sweet sixteen. Allie, Ben, and Ivey will entertain you during this weeks podcast. We enjoy cookies and ice cream during the podcast. If you want some you'll have to travel back in time and knock on our door... I liked to see that happen. We talk about iPhone 4, The Dark Knight's failure, and the Rush Limbaugh movie (huh?). Yeah, that last one is legit. Ivey also comes up with a new catch phrase that may have run its course during the podcast. You be the judge.

Also listen in for our deals of the week. If you're cheap like us this is a gerat section. You can click on the links past the break in this post to find the gaming deals.

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REVIEW: Prince of Persia: The Forgotten Sands

UbiSoft's latest installment of its much heralded franchise

Unlike some of the other games I have reviewed I am very familiar with The Prince of Persia franchise. I’ve been enjoying the games ever sense The Sands of Time. The franchise has had its low points, but it was also a great leap forward in 3D platforming. There were few games that properly executed the 3D platformer. Most struggled to not disorient the player as they jumped from platform to platform. Prince of Persia excelled where other platformers failed. UbiSoft added par core and buttery smooth animations as well as a solid control scheme and inventive level designs. It was a joy to watch Prince flow across and around his obstacles with little frustrations to the player.

Now we enter some tricky ground with this newest installment. Sure it has its more powerful console counterparts, but this review is about the Wii game. The Wii game is different from both the 360 and PS3 versions. It is made specifically for Wii. The graphics are serviceable, but not stunning like past games were. The Forgotten Sands rehashes earlier Prince games. But that’s not always a bad thing. That being said; there are some additions but not all of them are good.

GameTrust 15: Monkey Transportation Edition

We're as happy as a monkey you're listening to our podcast.

It's another super secret meeting of the GameTrust that Ivey never misses. Good news, Ben's back and we also get hijacked by Addie Rhodes. She weighs into the conversation with noob ways. Don't worry it won't bore you. We talk about Monkey Transportation, The Hobbit, and Jered Hunter (The inside joke is: All those things are very similar). The good news is we get to the 5 things you need to know. If you want to actually read the articles we got those news items from go past the break.

By the way, rate us on iTunes then email us and tell us you did. Ivey will send you a free box of your favorite cereal. And that's the straight up truth right there.

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GameTrust Podcast 14: Double Lucky Edition

Lucky! That's what Napolean Dynomite would say. Well this is episode 14... we're 7+7=Double lucky. I'm glad you could join us. Everyone else in the podcast bailed so I turned to a girl. I know, I know, what was I thinking.

Allie and Ivey talk about the news of the week, discuss their favorite songs, and end it all off with a discussion of the Lost finally. You'll laugh and you'll cry at this newest episode of the GameTrust.

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GameTrust Podcast 13: Two In A Week Edition

Here it is. Lucky number 13. Ben and I are back together to talk about all your gaming news. Not too much happened between last Monday and when we recorded... but we jabber on about Old Spice Swagger, Red Steel 2, Assassins Creed 2, and we discuss EA new tax on used game buyers. We're talking about your questions too in listener mail!

The GameTrust will be at the GameStop in Towne Centre in Mount Pleasant, SC doing interviews with the people who are waiting in the midnight lines for Red Dead Redemption, Prince of Persia, Split Second, and Alan Wake. Comes out and see us. Directions

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GameTrust Podcast 12: Better Late Than Never Edition

We're late for a very important date...

Listen to the 12th very entertaining episode of The GameTrust podcast. Ben is back from the dead! That's always good news. Ivey and Ben talk it out about E3, Monster Hunter Tri, the new Wii, NBA Jam Wii, and a lot other stuff you won't want to miss, promise. We answer all of your listener mail, and Ivey and Ben find a crack that leaks video game news. Some people know it as Twitter. Ejoi!

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GameTrust Podcast 11: Halo Musical Edition

We BLOW out the Halo Reach Beta... if you want to hear all about it listen in

Musicals are all the rage these days. So, in our special Halo edition of the GameTrust podcast I give you some of my favorite musical selections from... musicals. Kris and I talk about the 5 things you need to know and we're joined by the GameTrust's resident Halo professional Nick Willke. Oh yeah, and his name is pronounced Willky.

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Lost Theory Round Up

Lost is having a dreaded week off. I have to look at it from a different angle in order not to get too upset. My view is that this week off gives me some time to reflect on the last 6 seasons.

I figured that maybe we could use this time to discuss and run down some theories. So what I’m going to write is a list of theories I have. I just ask you put down your theories in the comment section. By no means is this a complete list of theories. The Lost universe is too big for the writers of Lost to answer all the question... Let alone me, but together we can give it a good try.

I intend to go through the theories person by person. Along the way I’m sure I’ll ramble into some coherent thoughts.

GameTrust Podcast 10: 3 Monsters Edition

We're back after a two week break. Something about babies and work. I know there is no excuse, but I'm trying to give you one. This episode is dedicated to all the monsters out there. Don't feel ashamed of who you are. You're really fun. Think of all the great things that have come form monsters: The Munsters, Ahhhhh! Real Monsters, Cookie Monster, and even Monster Hunter Tri.

We get to interview the director of a little game know as Monster Hunter Try. He made sure we knew it was spelled "Try". Kris and I ramble on about the news and even answer some listener mail. Also listen in for our FIRST voice mail. How exciting.

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REVIEW: Lost- Season 6 Ep. 11 "Everybody Loves Hugo"

How could you ever hate Hugo? He’s such a nice guy. He’s lovable from his pinchable chubby cheeks to his curly locks. You have to love this guy, but will you love this episode?

***SPOILER WILL FOLLOW*** 

DO NOT CONTINUE IF YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THIS EPISODE

REVIEW: Lost Season 6 Episode 11 "Happily Ever After"

I don’t know why I enjoy episodes of Lost that focus on Desmond. It might be Desmond and Penny’s relationship or just the great performances by Henry Ian Cusack. Whatever the reason, this was a solid Lost.

**Warning Spoilers Will Happen Below**

GameTrust Podcast 9: Bleached Edition

Ivey and Ben throw out another killer podcast. It's gonna blow your mind! They talk about which DS you should buy and answer a question on whether or not you should watch Lost. As well as the news from this past week. There's been some awesome Wii news. Check it out.

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