The Video Games Show

VGS Show 353 (2.6.12)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 04:37:35 +0000

What do Capcom, Impulse, Twisted Metal, and Brandon all have in common? They are things we make fun of on this week's show! Come join us for another round of Vita news, PSN news, and Kraft getting a little too excited about things on an all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 352 (1.31.12)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 02:16:34 +0000

This week we have tons and tons of "revalent" news. Kraft also rigs up a 3 second delay loop to which Brandon was subjected to much to his chagrin. Come join us for a traditional new-host hazing on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 351 (1.23.12)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 07:10:36 +0000

We finally make it back into The U studios, but sans Rich Bergin. Though he couldn't be in the studio he does call in. Either way, Kraft and Brandon tackle the latest news including more SOPA fallout, Vita news, and more. Come join us for an all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 350 (1.16.12)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:22:38 +0000

In our final week in the home studio we discuss the year-end NPDs, sound off about all of the drama involving SOPA, and find out there is a new Commodore64 game being released! Next week we will be back in The U Studios from 9-11CST. We'll see you then!

VGS Show 349 (1.9.12)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 04:38:06 +0000

We ring in the new year with plenty of news, reviews, and the beginning of the E3 rumor mill! Come join us to hear about Rocksmith and Sonic Generations, and Kraft's love of his new toothbrush. It's the first curmudgeony episode of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 348 (12.27.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 04:35:00 +0000

From Steam sales to PR blunders, we cover all of the post holiday news! We also review a few of the steam games we've had a chance to play; namely Demolition, Inc. and Reccetear. Come join us for the last Video Games Show of 2011!

VGS Show 347 (12.12.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 04:28:00 +0000

Due to a technical error we have been experiencing issues with our podcast feed. These issues have been remedied and we are happy to deliver our missing episodes. We apologize for the inconvenince and hope you all have a merry holiday season.

VGS Show 346 (12.5.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 08:51:33 +0000

We're back with another fantastic episode of the world-famous Video Games Show! We talk plenty about the new Sony Vita info and rumors, parse a Nintendo milestone, and talk about much, much more!

VGS Show 345 (11.28.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 23:59:02 +0000

This oddity of a show contains plenty of talk about Star Trek, a little talk about video games, and Rich admitting that he will be buying a 3DS. Come join us for the final Video Games Show of 11/11!

VGS Thanksgiving 2011

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 06:21:57 +0000

Another year has gone by and as always, we have much to be thankful for. Come join us as we reflect on all the good that 2011 has brought us this far!

VGS Show 344 (11.13.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:54:38 +0000

Modern Warfare 3, Skyrim... the list blockbuster game releases keeps growing at an astonishing rate. So much awesomeness has to be covered we even bring in some special guests into the studio! Come join us once again for another grandeous Video Games Show.

VGS Show 343 (11.7.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 04:49:05 +0000

Well, we were courted, you all voted, and now here it is: The MW3 midnight release event! We break paradigms by doing an entire show dedicated to Modern Warfare 3. If you were there, thanks for coming! If you weren't, you missed out on a lot of fun. Plenty of guests, plenty of prizes given away... come join us for this wild episode of The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 342 (10.25.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 05:27:26 +0000

Well, we have committed ourselves to an on-site show at the MW3 launch. We hope you're happy. We talk about what will be going on this upcoming November 7th, discuss news coming from Blizzcon and chat about the announced street dates for the PS Vita. Also Rich gives his first impressions of the new Batman game. Check it out on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 341 (10.17.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 23:46:20 +0000

Tons of discussion on this show! Should VGS do a live remote from the bowels of hell to cover a plague on gaming? What constitutes a game getting a 10 out of 10? Why does the 5th dentist not recommend chewing Trident? All of this plus a full review of Rage on this all-new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 340 (10.10.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 05:41:01 +0000

Rich finally makes it back into the studio! Probably a good thing because Kraft is so burnt out from a long week of school that he starts madly singing karaoke. We cover a little news and talk about Rage, but a lack of sleep makes for an abrupt show. We promise we'll be back on our game next week, but please, enjoy this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 339.1 (10.3.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:02:40 +0000

Whoops! For some reason only half of the show of show 339 was processed! We apologize for that and have uploaded the entire show now.

VGS Show 338 (9.26.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 28 Sep 2011 17:10:37 +0000

It's the final week of Developer Month here at the Video Games Show! We welcome in Jesse Chounard from Third Party Ninjas to talk about his latest iOS game, as well as pick his brain about how to get started in programming should you want to make your own video games from the ground up. Not only did Jesse provide us a wealth of info, but offered to answer any questions people may have at his email address jesse@thirdpartyninjas.com Check out his website at thirdpartyninjas.com Also, Kraft has caved and finally bought a 3DS so come and check out his initial thoughts on this all new episode of The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 337 (9.19.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 19:23:00 +0000

This week we welcome Matt Raithel from Graphite Labs into the studio! Matt tells us a little about the history of his company, some of the big projects they are working on, and chimes in on some relevant issues facing game companies today. Also, we announce the winnders of the Multimedia Fusion giveaway! Come check out this fun-filled week of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 336 (9.12.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 13 Sep 2011 20:26:50 +0000

We come back from our Labor Day break with a bang as we interview not just one, but two companies: Clickteam, makers of Multimedia Fusion, and IDC Projects, a growing game company from Rolla, MO who are about to publish another new Android game, and have more projects coming right around the corner! Also, a huge thanks to ClickTeam who are teaming up with us to give away over $700 dollars of Multimedia Fusion software! Come join us on this all new Video Games Show for more details as we continue our journey through our Septermber Salute to Developers escapade!

VGS Show 335 (8.29.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:55:19 +0000

Developer Month has started early! Come join us as we talk to Ben Cook from Well Bred Rhino about his new Xbox Live Arcade game, what it took to make it and what it took to publish it. Ben sticks around as we do a rather interesting show: no news. That's right, we've had so much news that made us cringe the past few weeks that this turned into a VGS All Rant episode. We talk 3ds, Gamestop, Origin, Activision and more. Come check out the shenanigans on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 334 (8.22.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:44:12 +0000

After an impromptu week off Rich and Kraft are back with plenty of news to discuss! Gamescon has come and gone, PAX Prime is right around the corner, and once again DRM is the catchphrase of the week as Ubisoft manages to offened a huge chunk of the internet. Kraft also takes some time to talk about an indie game you might want to check out: Bastion. If you have a couple of hours to waste, we invite you to waste it with us on this week's world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 333 (8.8.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:34:03 +0000

Ahh, a magical trips episode! Rich and Kraft are back with tons of info and talk about the 3DS, the Ambassador's Club, and more! Come join us for not only the latest news, but one of Rich's iconic movie reviews as he talks about Tekken! Fun like this can only be had on the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 332 (8.1.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 05:16:42 +0000

Why do you hate us, Blizzard? We have bad news for anyone who hates drm and Blizzard is the culprit behind it. Also, the 3DS sees a MAJOR pricedrop due to a lack of sales. Actually there is a ton of interesting news this week, plus Kraft gives the 'bowchickawowow' button quite a work out. Come check it out on this week's episode of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 331 (7.25.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:06:51 +0000

Thanks to Nicky B for letting us know this show didn't get posted. Apparently there was an upload error and it didn't post correctly. The good news is I fixed it. The bad news is it is a short show due to pressing outside work. The really good news is there will be a new full show tomorrow. Enjoy this belated edition of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 330 (7.18.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 06:35:47 +0000

We welcome Rich back in much better health, and it's a good thing to because SHUTUP! It's his birthday. That's right, Rich celebrates another lap around Sol as we deliver the latest news, emails, and have on a special guest, IdiotBoy, to fill us in on all the latest happenings over at the VGS Minecraft server. Plus we deduct that the best way to keep our listeners happy is by telling them they suck. Curious? Find out why on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 329 (7.11.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 05:50:59 +0000

Mark your calendars: it is a somber occasion. This is officially the first episode of VGS without Rich Bergin :( Rich is out with a fever, but Kraft takes the helm to deliver the latest industry news. To help out with Rich's absense we have David and Elonka from Simutronics come in to give a recap of this weekend's festivities at the St Louis Game Jam. On top of that, David tells us about the upcoming iPhone game beind developed at Simutronics: Tiny Heroes. You don't want to miss this great episode of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 328 (7.8.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 09 Jul 2011 06:07:34 +0000

This week we are live from the St. Louis Game Jam! Come join us as we talk all about what the St Louis (and Global) Game Jams are all about. As everyone was incredibly busy churning out their creations we didn't have a chance to talk to many participants. We did, however, get to speak to a veritable legend of the gaming industry, John Ratcliff, about his upcoming game Duatiu. Come check out this new and exiciting episode of the Video Games Show!

VGS Show 327 (6.27.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 01:37:04 +0000

We can finally take a final headcount on the barrage of hacker attacks that have plagued all sorts of game companies. For as much as hacking in the gaming industry has sucked, at least one of the hackers got a job... at facebook. Come join us for all this and more on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 326 (6.21.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 21 Jun 2011 23:41:55 +0000

This week brings more news on the Wii U, hackers galore, and Bobby Kotick: Hollywood Star. We also take some time to discuss our take on the new Duke Nukem Forever, as well as the new Red Faction game. Come join us for a super-moist episode of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 325 (6.13.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:47:55 +0000

As E3 wraps up we watch and talk about Nintendo's proverbial bombshell, the Wii U. Of course we don't dedicate the whole show to this; we also have plenty of other news, reviews, and more! Time to sit down for a Post-E3 wrap-up courtesy of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 324 (6.6.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 08:01:54 +0000

And so the E3 extravaganza begins! After an entire day of watching press conferences we are here to filter through the hype and fanfare to tell you about what you need to know. We cover the Microsoft, Sony, Konami, and Ubisoft conferences. Next Monday we will cover the last few conferences (including Nintendo) as well as any news from the floor that comes up. It's a mad news day here at the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 323 (5.23.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 24 May 2011 05:05:33 +0000

With E3 right around the corner, Rich and Kraft cover the impending hype and rumors. This week we hear from Sony about why people are unreasonable in thinking they are in the wrong, we talk about why Sonic might not be coming to the Wii, and we explore the DOUBT option in LA Noire. Join us for all of this and more on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 322 (5.16.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 18 May 2011 06:51:07 +0000

This week we jump in to our new earlier timeslot. While that doesn't affect our podcast listeners, it does make a difference for people tuning in live. Remember that you can listen to us from 3-5PM CST on umslradio.com This week we talk about the PSN network coming back online, rumors of Modern Warfare 3 and more.

Android Bonus Preview

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 11 May 2011 06:12:39 +0000

Alright, I feel bad for our 321 joke episode. Apparently some people didn't find it nearly as funny as we did. As a consilatory gesture we've decided to give everyone a taste of what the Android App owners get as bonus content. Not a ton of video game related material, but we hope you enjoy it none the less.

VGS Show 321 (5.9.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 10 May 2011 07:05:47 +0000

As it is finals week we were not planning on doing a show. Of course we couldn't leave every totally hanging, so here is an abridge episode of VGS delivering all of the big news! Just an FYI, it is a good week to own our android app :)

VGS Show 320 (5.2.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 04 May 2011 04:02:47 +0000

With all of the crazy news going on lately (royal weddings, dead terrorists, tornadoes and more) it was easy to miss news about the catastrophic soap opera that was the Playstation Network Saga. Rich and Kraft take you through a 2 week timeline giving a blow-by-blow of what actually happened. After an hour-long breakdown of events (trust me, it isn't boring) we get to non-Sony news. Also, as an added treat we finally get an audio response from the one, the only, The Messiah of Pants!

VGS Show 319 (4.25.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 26 Apr 2011 07:41:17 +0000

In a surprise move we decided to take our show on the road! We found out that there was a video game developer meetup here in our home town of St. Louis so Rich and Kraft crashed the party and ate all the mozzerella sticks. That's how we roll. Kidding aside, we talk to some established and up-and-coming game developers from our home town! Joining us on the air this week is Graphite Lab, Six3Six studios as well as Dan and Wes, two local developers who put this shindig together. In other news there is a really cool event we've been invited to in July. Come join us on an all new Video Games Show to find out more!

VGS Show 318 (4.18.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 04:28:01 +0000

On this edition of VGS, hosts Rich and Kraft respond to some interesting complaints regarding the previous Messiah of Pants incident. Also, Nick bitches about the Portal 2 hype, Nintendo Junkie reviews the 3DS, and a long lost special guest calls in. All this plus
Rich is on the verge of dying (thankfully. Greg might move up the ladder now!)... and more on this weeks VGS!

VGS Show 317 (4.11.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 07:29:17 +0000

We finally find out who is our show's number 1 fan! Plenty of news this week we talk about Gamestop's latest push into the digital market, trash talking from Sony concerning Nintendo, and more! We also talk a little about the continuation of Telltale's Back to the Future episodic adventure. By the way, for android app owners, there is a pdf available with pictures from the studio. We apologize for the malfunctioning movie and are currently in the process of getting the player fixed.

VGS Show 316 (4.4.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 05 Apr 2011 07:22:00 +0000

We are back with tons of news, 3 reviews and on top of that: our first hands-on with the 3DS! Also, the long wait is over! VGS now has an android app available on the market! The app offers easy access to all of our shows, built-in options to interact with us live on the air, and plenty of app-exclusive content. This week app-owners will get a video tour of the VGS studios. Don't have an android phone? Don't fret: you still have access to this all-new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 315 (3.21.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 04:42:25 +0000

With a very slow news week we try a fun project: VGS on the Spot! We take any question from our listeners by email or by live call-ins. If you have any other questions for Rich, Kraft and Greg feel free to email us at vgsmailbox@gmail.com

VGS Show 314 (3.14.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 16 Mar 2011 04:36:22 +0000

Show 314 on 3-14? That's a sign of awesomeness! We take time this week to catch up on our listener emails, a few missed news bytes from last week and all new news from this week! Also, we drop some info on our soon-to-be-live iphone and android apps! (side note: if you have our app, this is the first week we have included bonus material.)

VGS Show 313 (3.7.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 02:57:38 +0000

Our apologies for the lack of a show last week: the studio burned down. Well, not really, but after a string of problems our will to record was torched. We're back this week with plenty of news from GDC, a surprise guest, and Rich tells you why you suck for not already owning Bulletstorm!

VGS Show 312 (2.21.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 24 Feb 2011 18:51:45 +0000

Did anything special happen this show? To be honest with 3 tests this week I can't really remember. We didn't burn down the studio which means the show was nowhere near as good as it could have been, but I bet it was still a good one. You be the judge; check out this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 311 (2.14.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 08:23:45 +0000

VGS for two weeks in a row? What a wild idea! We're experimenting with a slightly different news format. Instead of rapid firing through a bunch of news we don't necessarily care much about we've focused on the things we find intriguing. Also we'd like to welcome Engineer Greg to his first episode on The Video Games Show; hopefully he'll stick around for a couple more.

VGS Show 310 (2.7.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 08:45:07 +0000

Hoooo buddy! It seems we are in full swing with the next generation of handheld consoles! We drop tons of new details about Sony's upcoming successor to the PSP, codenamed the NGP. We also talk about the Playstation-driven Xperia, more info on the 3DS, and plenty of other news to boot! Come join us as we come back from our snow-break with a vengence on this all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 309 (OMFG SNOW)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 04:29:05 +0000

Much like the rest of the country we were slapped upside the head with snow. We swear our schedule is about to be getting back on track. That being said, here is a delayed episode of The Video Games Show. That being said we will be back AT OUR NORMAL TIME on Monday! (Mother Nature permitting of course. Who knows, we might be in for another snowpocalyse.)

VGS Show 305 (The Lost Episode)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 20 Jan 2011 01:55:55 +0000

Well we finally made it back on campus and were able to pull the lost episode. While the news might not be current the discussion is still relevant. There may be some humor involved too. Honestly I can't remember. My apologies if the show is lame.

VGS Show 308 (1.17.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 18 Jan 2011 19:08:23 +0000

Well, it is our final show in the home studio! Next week we are back at UM- St Louis at our normal time: Monday from 9-11pm. This week we deliver our own State of the (Video Game) Union address, hit all the news from the week, and get around to reading our listener emails. Hope you join us for another brand new episode of the Video Games Show!

VGS 307 (1.3.11)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:15:02 +0000

Not sure why, but this episode got lost in the mix. Obviously winter is not agreeing with VGS. Anyways, here is episode 307. If anyone happens to notice a new episode hasn't dropped in a while and are curious, please feel free to email us at vgsmailbox@gmail.com!

VGS Show 306 (12.27.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 08:49:14 +0000

I know, I know... Where is 305? Truth be told I forgot to pull it from the studio server before we left for the evening and now the campus has been shut down and inaccessible for the last week. It's out of order but I am going to attempt to retrieve it this week sometime. That being said it pales in comparison to this week's episode. We go through some news, have some serious insightful discussion and talk about the new games added to our repitoire thanks to the great Christian tradition known as Christmas! Come join us for the final episode of 2010!

VGS 304 (12.13.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 15 Dec 2010 02:02:33 +0000

Another fun week in the VGS studios as Rich and Kraft tackle some pre-holiday video game news! Also we announce our VGS all-nighter event this coming Friday the 17th.

Uncut Simutronics Interview

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 11 Dec 2010 07:01:00 +0000

Due to repeated requests from some of our viewers we are posting the entire uncut interview with Simutronics for your listening enjoyment. See how disorganized Kraft and Rich can be and just how truly funny and entertaining everyone over at Simutronics actually are! On a side note, shout out to Sally, Stefficus, and Daisy in the FU Chatroom for keeping it entertaining!

VGS Show 303 (12.06.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 07 Dec 2010 21:43:28 +0000

Tons of fun on this show! On top of the news we take a trip out to Simutronics and interview members of the team behind the up-and-coming facebook/internet game Fantasy University. After the interview Rich and Kraft discuss the game in depth and talk a little about the upcoming live all-nighter show in a few weeks! Join us for yet another all new episode of The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 302 (11.29.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 06:49:04 +0000

Phew! We finally managed to get both Kraft and Rich back in the studio at the same time! And they talk about video games news no less! We have plenty of news about Kinect sales, upcoming game deals for the holiday season and more. Come join us for another all new episode of The Video Games Show!

VGS Thanksgiving Special!

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 06:22:38 +0000

In grand thanksgiving tradition we deliver another 5 minute... masterpiece. This time, though, we decide to try something new and produce a little vidcast! We hope you all enjoy it and have a wonder thanksgiving wherever you end up!

VGS Show 301 (11.15.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 17 Nov 2010 00:02:14 +0000

Well with our first post-300 show we start out by shaking things up a bit. Rich couldn't be with us in the studio so we invited the Voice of VGS, Sarah! It is the return of the Gabe-cam as we cover all of the news approaching the hard-core holiday season. Tune in for all the fun on this week's new Video Games Show!

VGS Afterparty (11.08.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:29:36 +0000

With Gameapalooza still fresh in our minds Rich and Kraft are still a little burnt out from putting on the event. That being said this is a "fun" show where we just act ridiculous. If you are looking for news, you might want to look elsewhere this week. If you are looking for off the wall stupidity, you found it.

VGS Show 300 (11.1.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:13:38 +0000

That's right, VGS's second live event to commemorate show 300 is here! A big thanks to everyone that came out to support us, including BigJosh359, Tyguy, AJeezy, Otakuman, Hoss and more!

VGS Show 163 (10.25.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 08:13:00 +0000

It is the final show before our next live event. We pack this episode with plenty of news, emails and reviews of the new Medal of Honor, Comic Jumper, Plants Vs. Zombies for the 360 and Majesty 2. Enjoy this episode of The Video Games Show and we hope to either see you or have you tune in to the live event next Monday!

VGS Show 162 (10.18.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 19:07:09 +0000

It's another one of those weird shows we're going to chalk up to a lack of food and excess of caffeine. Come join us as we stumble through this week's news and talk more about the upcoming Gameapalooza!

VGS Show 161 (10.11.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 07:03:25 +0000

Only 3 more weeks until Gameapalooza! Apparently someone slipped Rich a little too much caffeine as we have one of our good ol' fashioned ridiculous nights in the studio. Tune in for the fun, the mayhem and even a little news.

VGS Show 160 (10.4.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 05 Oct 2010 16:05:13 +0000

Et tu Nintendo? Not to be left out of the crazy news category Nintendo drops a 3DS bombshell that hits Rich right on the forehead. Luckily some news on NBA Jam helps him feel better. Also, live call-ins are back on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 159 (9.27.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 30 Sep 2010 04:18:29 +0000

Good news Canada! We talk about you A LOT this show. Well, I'm not sure if this is good news but it is a fact. Come join us as we hate on Bobby Kotick and more on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 158 (9.20.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 25 Sep 2010 05:34:52 +0000

Another week in our new home at The U brings with it tons of fun news and a review of a game that isn't even in beta stages yet. Come check out our thoughts on what might just be the best/worst game we've ever played. DIIIIIIAMONDS!

VGS Show 157 (9.13.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:31:09 +0000

We are officially moving our new time to Monday nights every week! Come join us from 9 to 11pm every week on umslradio.com for our live shows. This week we recap PAX news and look forward to the upcoming Tokyo Games Show.

VGS Show 156 (9.2.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 01:48:13 +0000

Back in the home studio we have more time to talk about just how much we loathe Microsoft at the moment. We also catch up on your emails and want to remind everyone that there is ONE MORE WEEK to submit haiku entries to win the Borderlands/PlainSight prizes!

VGS Show 155 (8.30.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 05:24:24 +0000

We christen a new studio as The Video Games Show broadcasts from University of Missouri - St. Louis's radio studio! There are some technical glitches to be worked out so we apologize in advance for the abrupt cutoff of the show. Join us this Thursday for our regularly scheduled show!

VGS Show 154 (10.19.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 20 Aug 2010 06:02:00 +0000

Video Games Show,

with all the news you could want

and a whole lot more.

VGS Show 153 (8.5.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 21:25:47 +0000

This week Kraft learns the importance of clicking 'publish' after he uploads a show! Sorry about the delay with this episode but your weekly influx of news emails and more is finally here. Check out this slightly delayed episode of the Video Games Show!

VGS Show 152 (2.29.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 20:17:04 +0000

We asked for emails and boy did you all deliver! Rich and Kraft tackle over 1 hour of listener emails and save just a bit of time to hit on the biggest news of the week. Want to send your own email in? Hit us up at vgsmailbox@gmail.com and for now listen in to this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 151 (7.22.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 24 Jul 2010 07:29:35 +0000

The NPDs are in for Post E3 madness and we reveal quite a few surprises. Not only this but there is plenty of discussion about who called who a prick now and why certain people can go fornicate with themselves as some others have graciously put it. Tune in for this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 150 (7.14.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 19:06:51 +0000

Slightly short show as we had no reviews or emails this week. Still plenty of news but not quite enough for the full 1 1/2 hour stretch. Of course had we gotten an email or two from our dedicated listeners all would have been fine =P Either way come check out this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 149 (7.8.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 18:19:47 +0000

Well the show has officially moved to its new Thursday night time! Join us in the chatroom for a live broadcast every Thursday around 6pm CST. This week we pile on the news, emails and Rich provides with not one, not two, not even three, but FOUR game reviews including the new LEGO game and the new Crackdown game. We look forward to seeing you on this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 148 (6.29.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 01:21:47 +0000

After a brief hiatus we are back to recap the best of E3! On top of that we have plenty of more news, Rich reviews the new Transformers game and we even find a few minutes to read some of our listener email. Come join us for a post-E3-arific Video Games Show!

VGS Show 147 (6.15.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:16:00 +0000

E3 is now in full swing as we bring you news from all three major press conferences as well as plenty of tidbits from the show floor! Come join us as we bask in the awe presented by Nintendo and wonder why Sony bothered showing up. This and more on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 146 (6.10.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 22:40:00 +0000

Slowly but surely news is starting to trickle out of the industry about exactly what we can expect at E3. Some are promising huge things, others are promising nothing. Who stands where? Tune in to this weeks brand new Video Games Show to find out!

VGS Show 145 (6.1.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:42:00 +0000

Another calm before the storm episode: with E3 right around the corner companies are guarding their secrets a little more closely than usual. We talk a bit about what news did happen as well as a few of the rumors floating around in the aether.

VGS Show 144 (5.25.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 26 May 2010 06:48:00 +0000

What is going on over at Microsoft?! What is going on over at Gamespot?!?! WHAT IS GOING ON AT THE VIDEO GAMES SHOW STUDIOS??!?!1eleven Tune in this week to find out!

VGS Show 143 (5.18.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 19 May 2010 15:42:00 +0000

We shortened the show up a bit this week due to a lack of interesting things to talk about. Kraft does have a special announcement to all of the people who bought the Stimulus Map Pack though.

VGS Show 142 (5.11.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Tue, 11 May 2010 23:45:00 +0000

It's a lazy week. Don't feel like typing a bunch. We do news, NintendoJunkii does a review and we laugh a bunch.

VGS Show 141 (5.4.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 05 May 2010 19:48:00 +0000

Almost a third of our news this weeks is dedicated exclusively to Bungie, Infinity Ward/Respawn and Activision. Not surprisingly we get rather excited when it is time to move on. Also, this is the first show we've held a live webcast during! Interested in more? Then listen to this week's brand new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 140 (4.27.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:29:00 +0000

This week: News, reviews and a big thanks to BigJosh who actually donated us a computer for use in producing our podcast! Make sure to check out his personal site, dykab.com, while you are listening to this week's all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 139 (4.20.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 03:14:00 +0000

Did you know: Tony Hawk is crazy? Activision has bad karma? Rich once ate a live turtle? Well, one of those actually isn't true. Listen to this week's Video Games Show to find out which it is!

VGS Show 138 (4.13.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:30:00 +0000

We made it another lap around the pool! With show 138 we've tied with the number of shows that VGS V1 had and we move next week into unexplored territory. Of course we have tons of news and listener email for you this week as always. Come join us for the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 137 (4.9.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 20:58:00 +0000

The new show is finally out as our normal Tuesday recording got usurped by disease. This week we talk about how much Kraft hates people who buy 15 dollar map packs, how Ubisoft is slowly destroying the faith we had in them and much more!

VGS Show 136 (3.30.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 08:00:00 +0000

We take some time this week to talk with the guys behind thedrunkenmoogle.com and also have a review of the recently released MLB 2k10 on the PC! All that with your regular dose of news, emails and more on this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 135 (3.23.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 05:32:00 +0000

This week we have an abridged hour show as we get ready for a big week to follow. A lot of interesting news has hit the scene as we discuss the new Nintendo 3DS, a possible slim 360 and other such crazy ideas. Come join us for this week's dose of The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 134 (3.16.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 06:09:00 +0000

Good ol' GDC rolls around to... apparently not much fanfare. We've got a little exciting news though and some possible info on the successor to the Nintendo DS! Also, Ben the Roadie stops by and we even have some time for listener email. Check out this week's rendition of the World Famous (and original) Video Games Show!

VGS Show 133 (3.9.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 03:30:00 +0000

One week before GDC but there is still plenty of news to go around! Rich and Kraft also reminisce about how much they love and miss one of their old stomping grounds: xboxaddict.com Also, there was time to review both Heavy Rain for the PS3 and Altitude for the PC! Come join us for an episode of The Video Games Show that we can call 'discombobulated' at best!

VGS Show 132 (3.2.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 03 Mar 2010 05:12:00 +0000

WTF Activision? Did the real Activision get kidnapped and replaced by their Bizarro-world counterpart? Rich and Kraft try to make sense of some seriously crazy news this week. We also discuss the fact that Rich couldn't review Heavy Rain due to a system-crashing PS3 bug... And that is just two of the many things we have to talk about! Come see what other craziness is getting dropped on this weeks all-new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 131 (2.23.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:32:00 +0000

After a one-week hiatus we are back in action! This week brings you what sparse news there was for the better part of this month and we finally have a review of Bioshock 2 for you! Of course remember that at the world-famous Video Games Show it is ALWAYS straight up dog time!

VGS Show 130 (2.10.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 00:54:00 +0000

Miyamoto confirms speculation that there is new hardware in development at Nintendo, Molyneux admits that he hates gamers and Kraft is floored by the news that there is a new Blaster Master game out! Also Rich reviews the much anticipated Dante's Inferno and we take the time to answer a big batch of listener email! Come chill with us on this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 129 (2.3.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 07:32:00 +0000

Apparently Kraft is the only one excited about true 3D gaming. Rich and Iwata don't care. Plenty of other fun stuff in the news. In fact this was a pretty entertaining episode all together. At least it was for us, you can be the judge of its entertainment value yourself. Don't forget to let us know what you think of the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 128 (1.27.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 03:59:00 +0000

We know, we know... Apple stole the entertainment limelight by introducing us to the NEXT THING WE ABSOLUTELY MUST HAVE UNLESS WE WANT TO FEEL LIKE A BUNCH OF BACKWARDS HICKS! That aside we do have plenty of news from the world of video games as well as a review and your listener emails. Steve Jobs does put on a hell of a show, but only The Video Games Show can keep you entertained year round!

VGS Show 127 (1.20.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 21 Jan 2010 03:56:00 +0000

The final bit of CES news has trickled in to be combined with the fun pool of regular news this week! Even with just 5 days since the last show we have plenty to talk about and not only that but we have a special guest in the studios today: Ben the Roadie! We also take some time to finally review Darksiders as well as get to our listener email. Just another week at the world famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 126 (1.15.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sun, 17 Jan 2010 05:31:00 +0000

CES is in full swing and boy do we have the news to prove it. We take up the art of speed reading the second hour of the show to make sure we save time for not just one, but two game reviews! Sit back and relax as Rich and Kraft tell you of all things gaming on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 125 (1.6.10)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 13:57:00 +0000

Hello 2010 and hello VGS listeners! Still a little early for the post-holiday sales figures and it is not quite time for CES but we still have plenty of news to talk about. Plus we share a clip from one of our friend's podcasts: Crazy Gamers. It is too funny.

VGS Show 124 (12.30.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:30:00 +0000

We round out this decade with a little news, a little craziness and just a touch of what we like to call the Golden Bang-Howdy awards! We thank you all for listening to us through the better part of the decade and look forward to another decade of VGS fun!

VGS Show 123 (12.23.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 01:56:00 +0000

Plenty to talk about this week as last minute holiday deals as well as new info on the release-packed first quarter of 2010 come pouring in. Rich and Kraft even do quick reviews of a few wonderful Steam deals that are in effect until January 3rd. Come join us for the penultimate show of this decade!

VGS Show 122 (12.16.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 08:40:00 +0000

As usual the time right before Christmas is a slow news week. We still have plenty to talk about, though, from Sony making ridiculous claims to the final results from November's NPDs. Rich and Kraft also take a moment to fill you in on what holiday presents are 'VGS Approved'.

VGS Show 121 (12.9.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 03:54:00 +0000

November has drawn to a close and we are starting to get numbers from black friday weekend. Rich and Kraft also explain why there was no show last week and good news about our end of the year show! With two weeks of news to catch up on you'd better hurry and start listening to the world-famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 120 (11.25.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 25 Nov 2009 23:46:00 +0000

On the final episode before the rush of holiday spending Rich and Kraft detail a few more holiday specials that are light on the pocketbook and heavy on the fun. We also have quite a bevy of news as well as reviews of both Little Big Planet for the PSP as well as Lego Indiana Jones 2! You can have all of this and more for the low low price of The Video Games Show! (oh, it's free.)

VGS Show 119 (11.18.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 07:30:00 +0000

The shopping season lurks just around the corner... Rich and Kraft give the lowdown on where the great deals are this year. Plus we review Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 and discuss seemingly endless pages of news concerning how well it sold. There is some other news as well but it seems fairly inconsequential...

VGS Show 118 (11.11.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 20:05:00 +0000

Rich and Kraft managed to cobble a show together even though Kraft was on the tail end of the flu. I know this is surprising but we talk a bit about Modern Warfare 2 whether or not we want to. Also lots of news from Activision as well as a Rich Review and an email from an old friend! This and more on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 117 (11.04.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 05:02:00 +0000

We bring to the table the largest WTF news section ever which is no small feat. Along with that our normal dose of news, email and we review the new Ratchet and Clank game along with the new Torchlight PC game! Come join us for another week of fun at The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 116 (10.28.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 04:26:00 +0000

This week brings not only a new Video Games Show, but also the introduction of a new podcast from Rich and Kraft: Bombed-Out Radio! Enjoy our continued weekly dose of gaming from your dependable VGS source and if you have a little more time to kill come visit the new site and podcast at http://www.bombedoutradio.com

VGS Show 115 (10.21.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 22 Oct 2009 05:50:00 +0000

This week's Video Games Show sets new bars! It's mega fun! It's super bombed-out! It's ultra violent! (That's right, we draw blood on the air.) Not only that but we have reviews of Borderlands, Brutal Legend and Scribblenauts! How can you handle all of this action? We never said you could...

VGS Show 114 (10.14.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:25:00 +0000

The Tokyo Game Show has drawn to a close and the holiday season is quickly approaching. Tune in to this week's Video Games Show to get the lowdown on what games to get, what games to wait on and what games have been delayed until 2010... because that's what all the cool games are doing. Also, our apologies to anyone that picked up the uncensored podcast. Someone let us know of the mistake and it has now been fixed.

VGS Show 113 (10.6.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:35:00 +0000

We spend the entire show today discussing the may varied uses of the South American Alpaca. Actually, we talk about video games because that is what we are good at. Rich also tells us all about EA's new NHL game as well as the recently released Wet. Join us for another bombed-out week of the Video Games Show!

VGS Show 112 (9.30.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 08:04:00 +0000

There was no poisonous Queso Crunch Wrap this week as Rich and Kraft are back and at it again. It's not even October and we are already laying down news about upcoming holiday deals! Plus plenty of news that just leaves you scratching your head... and a PSP review from Kraft to top it all off. Come on down, you're the next contestant on The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 111 (9.23.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 24 Sep 2009 14:01:00 +0000

Lots of new, lots of sidetracking and best of all: we had a woot-off to keep us entertained! Plus we take a look at the new Beatles Rock Band and give you our impressions of it! That's right kids, it's the Video Games Show!

VGS Show 110 (9.16.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 02:55:00 +0000

Just another Wednesday at the VGS Studios as we fill you in on the latest news. Rich also has a chance to review Dirt 2 and gives you the lowdown on exactly why legendary track driver Colin McRae retired! All this and more on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 109 (9.11.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 06:28:00 +0000

It's been a crazy week at the VGS studio but Rich and Kraft managed to get together on Friday to knock out another glorious episode of the Video Games Show! It's a news heavy episode as we grow ever nearer the time known as super-mega-horrible-mad-holiday-rush-spending-extravaganza. Listen in to learn all the fun info on everything video game related!

VGS Show 108 (9.2.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:38:00 +0000

Rich is back in town and we have the latest lowdown on the good, the bad and the obnoxious in the video game industry. We also take some time to review both Final Fantasy: Dissidia as well as the new Batman game! Join us for another episode of The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 107 (8.26.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 01:32:00 +0000

Rich joins us on a live remote from a money-losing trip to Tunica, Mississippi and we are joined in-studio by our local Wii Advocate Greg Little. We hit up the latest news this week including some serious foot-in-mouth action from Sony and Microsoft. So come and join us... won't you be our neighbor?

VGS Show 106 (8.19.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 00:34:00 +0000

Sony finally answers our pleas for a price drop. Lotta Fable news and we finally get back to reviews with Nintendo Junkii's help covering Wii Sports Resort and the new Motion Plus! Of course there's plenty more where that came from on another 2 hour serving of the World Famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 105 (8.12.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 01:31:00 +0000

We hope you all enjoyed last week's best-of show but we get right back to business this week. With enough paper to start quite a forest fire (sorry Smokey) we tear through this week's news as well as we can. Didn't even have enough time for reviews or emails! Come join us for another all new episode of the Video Games Show!

VGS Show 104 (8.5.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 03:33:00 +0000

By the time you listen to this Kraft is already in the hospital with his wife and new kid. Because of this we recorded a 1 hour best-of show earlier in the week with some of our favorite clips from the past 4 years! We also manage to get a little news in so make sure to take a listen to this special Video Games Show!

VGS Show 103 (7.29.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 06:55:00 +0000

This just in: everything has been delayed. What looked to be a bang-up holiday for the video game industry just thinned out a bit as several big name titles just got bumped to 2010. Plus a bunch of video game movie news, your listener emails and a Retro Review of a classic sleeper hit fills out this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 102 (7.22.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:20:00 +0000

A big thanks to Woot.com and their Woot-Off today for keeping us company through the show... except for your dirty hippy drummers. Come join us for this week's latest video game industry news as well as a chance to learn what Rich and Kraft have against hippies!

VGS Show 101 (7.15.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 02:53:00 +0000

Take Two, you broke our hearts :( Bad news on the Bioshock 2 front, but there is plenty of good news this week. How about free games, new game announcements and maybe Reggie Fils-Aime can finally explain what the hell this Wii Vitality Sensor is all about? Come join us in this news and email heavy edition of the world famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 100 (7.8.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 09 Jul 2009 03:25:00 +0000

We once again hit our show 100 mark and celebrate with a few special events. How about a little Chris Hoss in your err??? That not enough for you? Well in that case we have more news and emails than one brain can possibly handle. Come celebrate the return of the triple digits with Rich and Kraft on this weeks all new Video Games Show!

VGS Show 99 (7.1.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:39:00 +0000

First and foremost: goodbye Billy Mays. As many of you know it was always a dream of ours to get him to say Hi, Billy Mays here for the Video Games Show! and now that chance is gone forever. But on a lighter note we have tons of news as well as reviews from our listeners! All that and more on yet another action-packed episode of VGS!

VGS Show 98 (6.24.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:05:00 +0000

Ghostbusters! AAAhhh ha ha ha ha! That's right listeners! We do a joint review of both the 360 and PC version of Ghostbusters game today as well as keep you up to date on the latest news including rumors of a new Xbox console. All this and more on this weeks very poppycockingly awesome Video Games Show!

VGS Show 97 (6.17.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 22:24:00 +0000

Kraft makes his feelings on Sims players known. It's epic. Also we dive into the latest news and review Prototype as well. Finally we receive one of the most concise, coherent and funny emails ever. It is an email to aspire to :)

VGS Show 96 (6.10.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 23:22:00 +0000

Rich packs in 3 reviews this week taking a look at Damnation, Infamous and Red Faction Guerrilla. This and news means another 2 full hours of the world famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 95 (6.3.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 04 Jun 2009 00:07:00 +0000

E3 is underway so there is no describing the amount of news we cover today. From the big 3's press events to floor news and even a bit of news outside the LA Convention Center, get caught up on the latest info with The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 94 (5.27.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 28 May 2009 03:57:00 +0000

It's news. It's reviews. It's your calls and emails. As Billy Mays would put it, it's another fantastic product called 'The Video Games Show'! We delve into the inner workings of pre-E3 game industry as well as talk about X-Men Origins: Wolverine as well as Punch-Out!

VGS Show 93 (5.20.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:56:00 +0000

There is a story. About a video games show. That was hosted by two guys named Rich and Kraft. And this game show, it had some news now. About all that is good and all that is crap. (Sung to the tune of the Brady Bunch) The VGS, The VGS, its tons of fun right here on VGS!

VGS Show 92 (5.13.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 14 May 2009 22:56:00 +0000

Since id software released Wolfenstein 3D I have always had a special place in my heart for FPS's. This along with the highly anticipated nature of Huxley means that I can and will happily dedicate my time to playing the game as well as providing all of the feedback I can. I can think of no greater sense of accomplishment than helping make this game the best it can be.

VGS Show 91 (5.6.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 06 May 2009 23:43:00 +0000

Big week o' news as EA drops a bombshell regarding their profit margin, some games are delayed, some are bumped up the release ladder and apparently Homer Simpson is a Halo fan! Also we talk with our good friends at Tozai Games about their recently released Lode Runner for the XBLA. All this and more on this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 90 (4.29.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 23:50:00 +0000

Special guest Garth Choteau from Popcaps Games joins us this week to discuss all things Peggle. Also breaking news from the PSP front concerning rumors about the new upcoming iteration of PSP. All this and more on this weeks one and only Video Games Show!

VGS Show 89 (4.22.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 23:53:00 +0000

We have a very special episode of VGS as we talk with Nevin Dravinski, a producer from THQs upcoming UFC Undisputed for the 360 and PS3! We also get to the latest news, emails and your phone calls on the world famous Video Games Show!

VGS Show 88 (4.15.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 15 Apr 2009 22:14:00 +0000

Another DS intensive week as we bust out reviews on the new Pokemon game as well as the new Puzzle Quest! As always we have the latest industry news, your emails and live callers through Skype! Tune in to hear our big announcement about the next few shows on the one and only Video Games Show!

VGS Show 87 (4.8.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 00:41:00 +0000

Happy 5th Birthday to The Video Games Show! We keep up a tradition of awesomeness with not only all the latest news and listener emails, but we continue to run with the new traditions of live broadcast in our chatroom and Skype calls from our listeners! All this and a DSi review to boot make for an awesome show.

VGS Show 86 (Repost)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Sat, 04 Apr 2009 07:07:00 +0000

This is a repost due to bad encoding. Our apologies to everyone. Tons of news rolling in from GDC this week and The Video Games Show is here to cover it all! Not only that but we introduce a new VGS feature: Skype call-ins! That's right, we can now take listener calls during the show. All of this plus reviews of GTA:China Town Wars and Peggle Dual Shot adds up to another exciting episode with Rich and Kraft!

VGS Show 85 (3.25.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 23:58:00 +0000

This week's show is a bit different. Now being on a new night caused us to forget some prior commitments, so this week we have one hour of news, including the latest from GDC 09. The second hour is an all new best of show that includes bits from over the years. Enjoy.

VGS Show 84 (3.19.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 03:21:00 +0000

Normally we describe the show here but I just want to say that Rich and I both agree this episode AWESOME! If you are a regular listener you will love it. If you haven't listened to us: get down with the sickness. Tune in this week to another action-packed VGS! (Spoiler alert: Rich cries.)

VGS Show 83 (3.12.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 04:06:00 +0000

The VGS studio exploded today. Well, not exactly exploded but it was out of commission. We decided to take this opportunity to test a live broadcasting setup from a random room in Kraft's house! Still the same old show you know and love including reviews of the new Watchmen game and Rich's first Wii review!

VGS Show 82 (3.5.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 06 Mar 2009 02:12:00 +0000

Hadoken. kinda. We subjected ourselves to the new Street Fighter movie so you don't have to. In hindsight I would have rather stuck to the original plan of drinking acid and burning the soles of our feet with lit cigarettes. Not sure how that plan came to fruition but it was way better than what we actually did.

VGS Show 81 (2.27.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 02:31:00 +0000

Rich is in charge of writing this weeks show description. "It's awesome."

VGS Show 80 (2.19.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 20 Feb 2009 02:14:00 +0000

It's the Video Games Show! We have news, reviews, and all of the other gaming goodness you've come to expect. What more could you ask for? Aside from hot pockets...

VGS Show 79 (2.12.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 01:49:00 +0000

We get the live feed working like it should, pour a big dose of AWESOME on the website and discuss the news too! Join Rich and Kraft (and Grandpa Hoss for a minute) on this weeks' episode of The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 78 (2.5.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 01:26:00 +0000

Show Status: Back to normal. Wife banned from the studio. That means 2 hours of Rich and Kraft staying on course with this weeks' news! Come join us for another week of dead-birds-in-the-pants level of amusement!

VGS Show 77 (1.29.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 02:48:00 +0000

I don't want to talk about this show. It was... what's a good phrase... cluster****. But Rich and Kraft make it through it and top it off with a review of MK Vs. DC as well as a couple of previews! Come join the Video Games Show to hear what an 'off week' sounds like.

VGS Show 76 (1.22.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:28:00 +0000

A new president, a new VGS, and life goes on. Still plenty of news this January as a behemoth of the electronics industry goes under. There was other news as well but we don't want to spoil it for you: just tune in to Rich and Kraft for this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 75 (1.15.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 16 Jan 2009 02:10:00 +0000

Another week, another fabulous Video Games Show! Why fabulous? Well, some great news, awesome reviews, another appearance by Hoss and it turns out Rich is a prophet! We tell the news before it becomes news and you can catch it here first on the world famous VGS.

VGS Show 74 (1.8.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 01:47:00 +0000

It's the Video Games Show! DAH DAH DAHHHH DAHHHH! (It'll make sense later.) News, news and more news along with a visit from our favorite old host, Roadie Ben! Err, Hoss. Yeah, definitely Hoss. This alongside a user review from our own longtime fan Nintendo Junkie means you're in for another fun-diddly-umptious VGS!

VGS Show 73 (1.1.09)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 00:47:00 +0000

Welcome to 2009 from your friends at the Video Games Show! We catch up on the news missed over our holiday break, start our year with a review of a 'blockbuster' game and even found time to answer your emails! Here's to another 365 great days of VGS in '09! Oh, Kraft's birthday was today too. COOKIE CAKE!

VGS Show 72 (12.18.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 19 Dec 2008 03:01:00 +0000

As the year draws to a close we start to recap the various Video Games Award shows including SpikeTV's VGAs. Along side we recap Sony's seemingly endless blunders, Microsofts big mishap and Nintendo's crazy good sales figures. Tune in for what just so happens to be the last Video Games Show of 2008!

VGS Show 71 (12.11.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 02:58:00 +0000

Sony gives us the proverbial shot to the family jewels as we have more and more bad news to deliver. But on the flip side of that coin there was some good news as well. What news is that? Tune in to this week's Video Games Show to find out!

VGS Show 70 (12.4.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 02:49:00 +0000

It's the A.D.D. episode of the Video Games Show! Rich and Kraft get distracted by everything possible yet still manage to get you the news that matters most: the video games news. We also manage to sneak in reviews of Resistance 2 and Gears of War 2. Hope you all had a Bang Happy Thanksgiving and welcome you back to a new VGS!

VGS Thanksgiving!

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:57:00 +0000

Happy Thanksgiving to all from your pals at The Video Games Show!

VGS Show 69 (Giggidy)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 21 Nov 2008 03:33:00 +0000

Somehow we managed to do an entire show 69 with practically no sexual references! Instead we hit the latest gaming news as well as talked to a new show correspondant about the new WoW expansion. Brett joins us this week as our guest host and dishes out the details about what it is like to play Halo 3 professionally while making 15 million dollars a year! All this and more on this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 68 (11.13.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 02:11:00 +0000

It's the 2 hour Kraft-coughing spectacular! Despite fighting illness Kraft joins Rich in another episode of the latest news, reviews and more. This show marks the very first live internet broadcast of the show and is chock full of great stuff including reviews of Pure, Quantum of Solace and the new Call of Duty!

VGS Show 67 (11.06.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 02:14:00 +0000

Counting down to the release of Gears of War 2, we pass the time playing Fallout 3 and Little Big Planet! Reviews of those games along with breaking industry news and your emails on this weeks Video Games Show!

VGS Show 66 (10.30.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 01:45:00 +0000

Horror games, horror movies and Rich with no pants... It's the scariest VGS ever! Come join us on our Halloween VGS Spectacular as we deliver the latest news, horror reviews and much, much more on this week's Video Games Show!

VGS Show 65 (10.23.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 02:18:00 +0000

Two hours almost isn't enough as Rich and Kraft cover a deluge of video game news as well as a preview for an upcoming PSP game. Not only that but we give late-breaking updates on upcoming VGS events! Oh, and this will make sense later... BRRAAAAAAAAAIINNS!

VGS Show 64 (10.16.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 02:10:00 +0000

Another fun-filled week with news from the Tokyo Games Show as well as Blizzcon! Also some debate on the economy because we try to be well-rounded like that... and almost sound intelligent. Because that's how we roll.

VGS Show 63 (10.9.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 01:33:00 +0000

On the heels of opening day of the Tokyo Games Show, Rich and Kraft tackle the onslaught of breaking video game news! Also with us this week is our guest host Greg, our resident Wii player and advocate.

VGS Show 62 (10.2.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 01:51:00 +0000

It's finally here: The return of the 2 hour VGS! We welcome Roadie Ben as our guest host as we tear through this weeks news and a few reviews thrown in for good flavor. Check it out and let us know what you think!

VGS Show 61.5 (9.25.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:51:00 +0000

Oh no! An infamous .5 episode? After a long day in the production studio Rich and Kraft decide to record a little something extra for the fans giving updates to the future of the show!

VGS Show 61 (9.18.08)

vgsmailbox@gmail.com (Rich Bergin and Nick Kraftor) — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 21:31:00 +0000

VGS is starting a kickball team, Rich is attacked by mobs and EA Sports' Peter Moore tells us all about his industry experience! Also check out our breaking Star Wars: The Force Unleashed review on this weeks Video Games Show!