The Game Show started in September 2002 in Lawrence, KS and features a mix of humor, insider information, and fan engagement, reflecting the excitement and anticipation for upcoming games. The Game Show had two events early on that gained much attention. First was the Penny Arcade interview in March, and then the Halo 2 interview in May of 2003. This was one of the very first Halo 2 interviews, and is unique for being live with listeners asking questions during the show.
Featuring BreakmanX and his co-hosts Richie and ShadowmanX discussing various topics related to video games, particularly focusing on the upcoming release of Halo 2 and the recent E3 event in 2003. The episode includes a special guest from Bungie, Greg Snook, who shares insights about Halo 2, its features, and development process.
Some talking points:
– The excitement surrounding Halo 2, with Greg describing it as an enhanced version of the original Halo with new features.
– The hosts and Greg discuss various games showcased at E3, including Unreal Tournament 2004, Veautiful Joe, and the new Sonic game, highlighting their impressions and gameplay experiences.
– The conversation touches on the challenges of handling a large audience during the live show, technical difficulties, and the importance of community feedback in game development.
– Greg emphasizes Bungie’s positive relationship with Microsoft and their creative freedom, as well as the importance of quality in game ports and cross-platform development.
– The episode concludes with a discussion about various games, including the potential for multiplayer features in Halo 2 and the overall atmosphere at E3.
Music: Project X – Mega Man 2 “Project X2 – Title Screen” OC ReMix – https://ocremix.org/remix/OCR00625
