Sinopsis
Video Games 2 the MAX is the official Games podcast of W2Mnet.com. where Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison get together to talk about everything involving Video Games. Every week, we discuss what we are playing, games we are reviewing, the gaming news of the week, and just have some fun talking about some random things like Doctor Who, movies, TV shows, anime, and more. You can check out Marc, Sean's, or the whole staff's written game reviews, and other things over at: http://w2mnet.com/games/You can also follow each of the guys individually on twitter @W2MSean, @humanityplague, or the entire network @W2MNetwork. Make sure to go like the W2Mnet Facebook Page and the W2Mnet instagram as well.
Episodios
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Video Games 2 the MAX #184: Kingdom Hearts 3 Minigames, Persona 5: The Animation, Old Games Rule
17/04/2018 Duración: 01h30minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison return after an unintended time off. Marc gives his absolute final thoughts on Ni No Kuni 2 and Far Cry 5. He also talks about Steam World Dig 2 and a few other games he's been playing too.Both men also talk about their travels through watching the Dragon Ball Z series all the way through. Sean watched all of Dragon Ball and is on Ep. 41 of DBZ, while Marc is on Ep. 70 they discuss what they've enjoyed so far, the characters, and more. Plus, their thoughts on the first two episodes of the Persona 5 Animation as well. After that, they get into the news. Kingdom Hearts 3 Minigames feature in a new trailer. While old games from all over are the subject of re-releases, mini consoles, remasters. This includes the much anticipated Shenmue 1 & 2 also. You could say old games rule on this one. Plus, Spiderman gets a release date, the My Hero game gets details and more. Don't forget to tune-in later in the week for another episode complete wit
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Video Games 2 the MAX #183: Far Cry 5, Ni No Kuni 2, Dragon Quest 11 Release Date
31/03/2018 Duración: 01h48minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss another week in gaming. The duo begin by discussing the two big games Marc has been playing. Diving deep into both Ni No Kuni 2 and Far Cry 5. After that, they talk some news, which is almost more about other things than actual games stuff. Microsoft makes some changes to their EULA and gets people up in arms. John Cena is Duke Nukem. Gina Rodriguez brings back a double dose of Carmen San Diego. There's also the Dragon Quest 11 release date announcement. No Man's Sky is Xbox One bound. Could Chris Evans be done as Captain America? And when is it too much for Marvel films. Plus, the guys also talk the return of Roseanne and Silicon Valley too.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #182: Yakuza 6, Game Informer 300, Toys R Us Closing,
19/03/2018 Duración: 02h11minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin with games they've been playing. Marc gives his final thoughts on Yakuza 6, as reviews have begun pouring in through various places. He also discusses the Assassin's Creed Rogue Remaster too. Sean also talks looking forward to Ni No Kuni 2. In the news, there's plenty to talk about. LEGO toys reveal LEGO Incredibles. Square-Enix reveals Shadow of the Tomb Raider. While the guys also talk the Tomb Raider film. There's also Geralt coming to Soul Calibur VI. Twitch Prime adding free games to spice up the service. The HTC Vive Pro release date. Game announcements and listings de jour too. Sonic Mania Plus, a new Genesis/Mega Drive collection, V-Rally 4. Also, could Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 be getting a remaster? And there's also the possibility of new Splinter Cell too. The guys also give personal memories of Toys R Us visits. While also discussing reasons why the chain is closing all their stores, and what could happen for toy mak
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Video Games 2 the MAX #181: Super Smash Bros Switch, The Division 2, Super Seducer
12/03/2018 Duración: 01h40minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss a doozy of a week in gaming. First, the guys begin by talking about the games they've been playing. Marc discusses some things on Yakuza 6: Song of Life and Final Fantasy XV on PC. While Sean plays Super Seducer on PC, so that you don't have to. The duo also talk about the news. Massive Entertainment and Ubisoft announce The Division 2. Marc gives the lowdown on what needs changing to make the sequel a success. They also talk about Gabe Newell and will Valve really start "shipping games" again? Well, they are making Artifact. So, that's a start, maybe? Could a Valkyrie Profile remaster be coming? And what about this Jurassic Park AR game? Of course, they couldn't not talk about the week Nintendo's had. They had a pretty big Direct with the major announcement of Super Smash Bros. coming to the Switch. Along with a new singleplayer expansion for Splatoon 2, more ports, and even some good games for 3DS too. Plus, even more game anno
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Video Games 2 the MAX #180: Activision Wants More Remasters, Yakuza 6 Take Down, Video Game Violence Part 2
02/03/2018 Duración: 01h22minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have to discuss more on the subject of violence in video games. Especially, with news coming out about President Donald Trump meeting with "members of the games industry" next week. Is there really anything that can be changed in the rating system? Marc also discusses his time with Final Fantasy XV on PC. Fe and a few other games he's played this week. There's also more gaming type news. Sony wants to focus more on first party games. Don't they do a good job of this already? Activision plans on remastering more old games. However, Sean and Marc have a hard time pinning down just what games they have that could actually go through this. The Yakuza 6 demo take down that caused a stir in the United States. Plus, D.I.C.E. award winners, a Plants vs. Zombies: Garden Warfare 3 leak, and more.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #179: Spyro Trilogy, Black Panther, Video Game Violence
20/02/2018 Duración: 01h48minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss another politician invoking video game violence due to the recent school shooting in Florida. They discuss why the Kentucky Govenor is wrong. What some of the real problems actually are, and is there a time where we do need to be weary of what children are playing? Then, the guys discuss the games they are playing. Marc goes into his thoughts on Battle Chef Brigade. While Sean talks a little more on Crossing Souls. After that, it is the news. Spyro may be getting his own trilogy remaster soon. The Call of Duty movie has a director. And do they even consider it a video game movie? Plus, THQ Nordic buys Koch Media. What does this mean for the industry and franchises like Saints Row and Metro? SWERY's new game with Arc System Works, and more. Marc also gives his thoughts on the Black Panther film. The duo talk the big box office it pulled. And is it true Sony could have had almost every Marvel character's films rights for a cool $25
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Video Games 2 the MAX #178: Kingdom Hearts 3, Red Dead 2 Delayed, Kim Possible Movie
12/02/2018 Duración: 01h57minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison waste no time getting into the big topic at hand. There's a new Kingdom Hearts 3 trailer and its spooky. Well, in a way that you think Monsters Inc. is scary anyway. The guys pick out some of the best things from the trailer. Discuss whether the game still releases in 2018. And why is Marc not enthused about Monsters Inc. being one of the worlds? After that, they discuss games they are playing. Marc keeps poking away at Monster Hunter World. While Sean talks about his time with Radiant Historia: Perfect Chronology on 3DS. There's also lots more news. Nintendo is finally getting those Gold Points ready. But could launch Switch owners be screwed? Do the guys have any expectations for Bandai Namco working on Metroid Prime 4? Plus, Yakuza 6 and Red Dead Redemption 2 get delayed. One of them is even getting a Battle Royale mode. Not to mention, there's more on what could be on the Disney Streaming Service. A Kim Possible movie in the works too
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Video Games 2 the MAX #177: Dragon Ball FighterZ, Xbox Game Pass Addition, Nintendo Labo Thoughts
28/01/2018 Duración: 01h37minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have lots to discuss after taking an unintended week off. Including Marc getting a Nintendo Switch for his birthday.Sean discusses his time with Digimon Story Cyber Sleuth: Hacker's Memory. While Marc talks Dragon Ball FighterZ, Monster Hunter World, Iconoclasts, and more. Plus, both guys give their thoughts on Metal Gear Survive after playing the beta. After that, they get into the news and there's a lot of it. Nintendo announced Nintendo Labo and Sean and Marc are on opposite ends about the cardboard filled game. Microsoft also announced changes to Gamepass. Putting all first party games on the service Day 1. Does this have the potential to backfire on Microsoft? Or is it so consumer friendly everyone will flock to it? There's also God of War's release date. Sony getting into the act of Amiibo like figures. A new steam compeititor in the works. Disney being sued by Redbox over Copyright issues. And could John Cena really play Duke Nukem
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Video Games 2 the MAX #176: The Tale of Two Betas, Super Meat Boy Switch, Quantic Dream Trouble
15/01/2018 Duración: 01h58minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison talk about quite a lot, as video games kick full swing into 2018. First, they begin by discussing the two open betas held on the same weekend. DISSIDIA: Final Fantasy NT and Dragon Ball Z FighterZ. They discuss why the DBZ one had so many problems, but perhaps winds up being the better of the two games. While DISSIDIA had a lot to show, but may be too obtuse for its own good. Not to mention, Marc schools Sean on why DBZ is better than Final Fantasy. Plus, Sean also talks about Super Meat Boy on Nintendo Switch. There's also quite a bit of news. Quantic Dream has come under fire from former employees about a toxic work environment. How perhaps the denials were not handled very well, and is this a case of conduct overblown? Or is there something more sinster going on? In addition, Gravity Rush 2 fans save the online servers. D.I.C.E awards announcements and why exactly there's some peculiar choices for some of the categories. Thoughts on
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Video Games 2 the MAX #175: Nintendo Breaks Records, Animaniacs Coming Back, GDC Awards
07/01/2018 Duración: 01h38minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss what's been happening in gaming each week.They begin by talking about games they've been playing. Marc speaks on a Steam game called Superflight. While Sean talks about Super Mario Odyssey after finally beating it. Next, they go through the news. The Game Developer's Choice Awards Nominees are out. They rundown who probably wins out of what's nominated. Nintendo broke a bunch of sales records in both Japan and the United States. Microsoft halted production on the Kinect adapter. Plus, the Animaniacs are coming back in 2020 to Hulu. Bright gets a sequel for Netflix, Amazon dissolves Anime Strike. They also discuss a few more news and notes as well on a lull week in the calendar.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #174: Most Anticipated Games of 2018
01/01/2018 Duración: 01h47minOn the final Video Games 2 the MAX that happened in 2017, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss some of their most anticipated Games of 2018 in the final 30 minutes or so. However, they begin with talking about games they've been playing over the holidays. Marc talks Grim Legend on PC. While Sean finally gets to play Night in the Woods on Playstation 4 and loves it. He also gets into his time with the original Xenoblade Chronicles on New 3DS. Plus gives the lowdown on the Lost Sphear demo on Nintendo Switch too. The guys also get into some news. The Nintendo Switch becomes the fast selling console in it's first year in Japan. Plus, the two also talk the delay of the 64GB cartridges and what it means for third parties. There's also talk of a couple of announcements from Atlus. They get into the Persona 3 and 5 dancing titles getting a release date. As well as, the controversy concerning the new content in the Catherine: Full Body remake coming in 2019. Finally, Sean and Marc discuss some of their most anticip
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Video Games 2 the MAX Special: Best Games of 2017
22/12/2017 Duración: 01h20minOn this special episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison are joined by fellow W2Mnet.com staff members Daniel Anderson and Wes Harrington, as they debate, discuss and decide on the Top 25 Games of 2017. Using a list of over 47 Games, as voted on by the full staff, they whittle it all down to 25 Games, and then rank them in order. * Editor's Note: We realized after recording that due to a mistake with not putting it into that vote tier list that's below, (which it's there now post recording,) when we recorded no one mentioned Destiny 2. That was a mistake and have made changes to our final ranked list off podcast including it at #18 and removing Evil Within 2 off the list completely. *Below is the list as it appears in our original document.6 Votes: Horizon: Zero Dawn, Assassin’s Creed: Origins5 Votes: Super Mario Odyssey, Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice, South Park Fractured Butt Whole, Wolfenstein II, Nier: Automata,4 Votes: Persona 5, Legend of Zelda BOTW, 3 Votes: Xenoblade Chroni
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Video Games 2 the MAX #173: Disney Buys Fox, Okami HD, Game Sales
15/12/2017 Duración: 01h11minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison by discussing the impact of Disney buying Fox TV and film properties. What movies or TV shows would they like to see come out of this? What does it mean for the entertainment industry? And how does it shakeup the Marvel Cinematic Universe. After that, the guys talk about games they are playing. Marc talks playing Okami HD and Shadowhand. While Sean has more on Xenoblade Chronicles 2 after finishing the game. There's also some game news. Not much actually came out of Playstation Experience 2017, but there were a few announcements. Capcom announces a Streetfighter 30th Anniversary collection. Crytek sues Star Citizen. The November NPD sales are in, and Call of Duty WW2 takes the top spot. Plus, could the Nintendo Switch really beat out Wii U sales in one month? After reaching the 10 Million sold milestone? Finally, the show ends with a look at games coming out this week.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #172: Game Awards 2017 Reactions, Xenoblade Chronicles 2, Megaman 11
09/12/2017 Duración: 01h11minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison run down and give reactions to what happened at the 2017 Game Awards. What about the surprise announcements of Bayonetta 3 and Soul Calibur VI? The crazy Death Stranding trailer. The guys also give thoughts on the award winners, and the presentation of gaming's biggest night as a whole. Then, they get into the news with the Megaman X games coming to current-gen consoles. Megaman 11 being a thing. More info on why the Disney and Fox deal is important. Sean finishes the show by talking about his time with Xenoblade Chronicles 2. * Editor's note: Sean found out shortly after the podcast, Xenoblade Chronicles 2 actually has 10 chapters. So, he actually still has a ways to go in the game yet. *
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Video Games 2 the MAX #171: Devil May Cry 5, Game Awards 2017 Predictions, Loot Boxes in Trouble
30/11/2017 Duración: 01h54minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison start with the games they've been playing. Marc talks more on Hand of Fate 2 and beating Ori and the Blind Forest. Sean picked up some things on Black Friday, so he talks Wolfenstein 2, Horizon: Zero Dawn, HALO Wars 2 and more. After that, it's the news. The guys discuss the rumor of Devil May Cry V being announced soon. Character swapping coming to Final Fantasy XV. Super Mario Cereal. Valkyria Chronicles 4 coming out in 2018. Sean and Marc also have a lot to say on all of the stories about loot boxes or micro-transactions that have come out recently. Including Hawaii trying to bring down legislation on them. Finally, they give their predictions for who wins most of the awards, at the Game Awards 2017 happening on December 7.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #170: Pokemon Ultra Sun, Star Wars Battlefront 2 Controversy, Hand of Fate 2
19/11/2017 Duración: 01h25minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin with their games they are playing. Sean speaks on his time Pokemon Ultra Sun. While Marc discusses Call of Duty WWII Multiplayer, Hand of Fate 2 and School Girl Zombie Hunter. After that, they have a lengthy conversation on the Star Wars Battlefront 2 controversy. Did EA caving so quickly show that this was always all about the money? Is there really a way to fix the progression system? And could Disney be the reason for all the changes? There's also the postponement of the Gamestop rental program. A Super Mario Bros moving coming from the same studio that makes Minions and Despicable Me. The best sellers of October, and much more. The guys end the show discussing next week's release of Tiny Metal, and the rest of the light lineup new releases.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #169: EA Buys Respawn, Telltale Layoffs, Disney's Interest in FOX
12/11/2017 Duración: 01h36minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss a variety of things on the gaming and entertainment front. The podcast begins with Marc giving more thoughts on both Assassin's Creed Origins and Call of Duty WWII now that he's finished both games. He talks some of the end game things in AC Origins. While with COD WWII he talks Nazi Zombies, the objectives and how unauthentic the game is about the war it's covering. The guys also discuss the sales doubling for both games, over their predecessors. After that, they get into the news. EA buys Respawn, and subsequently announces Titanfall 3. Is there a possibility they wind up like Visceral Games in five years? Will a Titanfall 3 succeed? And they talk the Respawn Star Wars game too. There's also sad news about layoffs at Telltale. But really get them to improve the engine? And could it effect any of their unreleased titles? Sean talks the news from the Xenoblade 2 direct and how excited he is for the game. Plus, what do they mak
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Video Games 2 the MAX #168: Call of Duty WWII, Super Mario Odyssey, Paris Games Week 2017
05/11/2017 Duración: 01h45minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison begin with the games they are playing. Sean tries out the new Nintendo Switch indie game from Harmonix called Super Sports Beats. While also raving about Super Mario Odyssey's many moons and great worlds. Marc has a virtual travel to Egypt, as he details his play time with Assassin's Creed Origins. He also is halfway through the newest in Activision's yearly military franchise, Call of Duty WWII. The guys also get into some good and bad Nintendo Switch news. Some great financial sales for Switch. But there's also EA not being too keen on making games for Switch right now. EA also gives more info on what happened to Star Wars Visceral Games. However, EA wasn't the only place closing studios. We also talk the closer of Runic Games and what the Torchlight games meant to us. Plus, the news from Blizzcon 2017, Sony's presser at Paris Games Week 2017, and much more too.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #167: Visceral Games Closes, Gambling in Gaming, South Park
26/10/2017 Duración: 01h57minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison have plenty to talk about. Actually not so much on games they've been playing, as there is the South Park: Fractured Butt Whole Demo for Sean. While Marc talks more about Shadow of War after beating the main story thread in the game. Visceral Games has been shut down by EA. This means another Star Wars game is going through issues. Does it help or hurt going into a more Destiny type arena for Star Wars? We also talk about if Loot Boxes can be considered gambling. Doctor Who companions being announced. The new Animal Crossing mobile game. Xbox Original Backwards Compatibility and a heck of a lot more on this edition of the show.
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Video Games 2 the MAX #166: Shadow of War, Cuphead, Big Push For VR
14/10/2017 Duración: 01h34minOn this episode of Video Games 2 the MAX, Sean Garmer and Marc Morrison discuss Middle-Earth: Shadow of War. How does the game differ from the first one? Is it being less open world a good thing? Are people making too much of the random loot boxes? What about the all important Nemesis system? Marc answers all those questions and more. Sean gives his thoughts on the Octopath Traveler Demo. He also remembers to talk about his play time with Cuphead too. The guys also get into the news of the week. There's suddenly a big push for VR units. Playstation VR has a new SKU, which makes things a little easier to use. Oculus Rift makers introduce a Go model and lower the price of the main unit. Not to mention, Sony says over 60 games are coming to PSVR over the next 14 months. Why the sudden push? Could it really become a mainstream product? Or is it always destined to be just a way to play? There's also talk on Andrew House leaving Sony. God Eater 3 announced. Xbox One introducing a gifting program. A Sonic the Hedeh