Monday, November 14, 2016
05:47 AM - November 14, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
While it’s uphill battle for sports games in the world of eSports the likes of EA Sports and 2K Sports are dedicated to carving out a place for their franchises in the lucrative competitive arena. The games are battling the actual real-life sporting broadcasts for interest from viewers, while also struggling to prove a compelling watch when they often fail to look like the sports they are supposed to represent due to the way they are being played.
Madden NFL 17‘s first competition of the year is underway and a major exploit is already being utilized. When money is on the line will the video games ever be able to present a fair playing field and will an audience ever follow? Bryan Wiedey and Rich Grisham discuss the potential for eSports to grow within the genre and the stumbles that have been encountered in the early days in the latest episode of the Press Row Podcast presented by Hit The Pass.
On the show this episode:
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey (@pastapadre) PastaPadre
- Richard Grisham (@RichGrisham) Out of the Park Developments
08:10 AM - October 14, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
It’s been too long since we caught up with longtime Press Row friends Chris Sanner from Operation Sports and Jeremy Stein from SGN games – so we right that wrong this week! Chris and Jeremy join host Rich Grisham to chat about what sports games they’re spending time with this fall, including Madden 17, FIFA 17, PES 2017, and NBA 2K17. It’s a fun discussion about all the different options sports game fans have this season!
On the show this episode:
Joining us this week:
- Chris Sanner (@chrissnr) Operation Sports
- Jeremy Stein (@RealLifeStein) SGN Games
- Richard Grisham (@RichGrisham) Out of the Park Developments
Monday, August 22, 2016
05:40 AM - August 22, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
Madden NFL 17‘s release is imminent – or in the case of those with EA Access on Xbox One the season has already kicked off – and before getting to the big panel review roundtable podcast (that’ll be next week) Bryan Wiedey, Owen Good, Rich Grisham, and T.J. Lauerman discuss early impressions and experiences with the game. Is this the year Madden finally returns to the upper-echelon of sports games?
On the show this episode:
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey (@pastapadre) Pastapadre/Sporting News/Hit The Pass
- Owen Good (@richgrisham) Polygon
- Rich Grisham (@RichGrisham) Out of the Park Developments
- T.J. Lauerman (@ThatSportsGamer) ThatSportsGamer/Hit The Pass
Sunday, August 7, 2016
11:42 AM - August 7, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
With four months of MLB The Show 16 now in the books it’s time to evaluate just how developer Sony San Diego can improve on an all-around excellent game next year. From gameplay to the big modes (Diamond Dynasty, Franchise, Road to the Show) Press Row Podcast host Bryan Wiedey and panelists Owen Good and T.J. Lauerman go through a great number of personal suggestions and those contributed by the community. A bonus segment follows with Kat Bailey discussing NHL 17online beta impressions and early observations of Pro Evolution Soccer 2017.
On the show this episode:
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey (@pastapadre) Pastapadre/Sporting News/Hit The Pass
- Owen Good (@richgrisham) Polygon
- T.J. Lauerman (@ThatSportsGamer) ThatSportsGamer/Hit The Pass
- Kat Bailey (@The_KatBot) US Gamer
Tuesday, May 3, 2016
09:24 AM - May 3, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
There’s been a heavy focus with recent episodes of the Press Row Podcast on the two big games that released in March, but now attention turns to some news relating to titles that are still off in the future and a favorite that has just been updated. The trio this week discuss the first features to have been revealed for NHL 17, how EA Sports is considering adding Virtual Reality to the next UFCgame and what that might mean for others out before then, and how a basketball mode is the latest success from Rocket League.
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey (@pastapadre) Pastapadre/Sporting News/Hit The Pass
- Rich Grisham (@richgrisham) Out of the Park Developments/Hit The Pass
- Kat Bailey (@The_Katbot) USgamer
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Run Time: 1 Hour, 7 Minutes
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Sunday, March 20, 2016
11:20 AM - March 20, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
EA Sports UFC 2 is undeniably a stronger product than the company's first two efforts at the sport that released in 2010 and 2014. From the Knockout Physics System and KO Mode to new controls for transitions and the introduction of Ultimate Team there's a lot there to be evaluated. While much of what has been done is positive there's also submissions proving to be a non-factor and a disappointing Career Mode to consider. How does the product stand on its own, and could this be the game that reverses the trend that has seen a decline in sales with every new UFC video game release?
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey (@pastapadre) PastaPadre/Hit The Pass
- Owen Good (@owengood) Polygon
- Chris Sanner (@ChrisSnr) Operation Sports
- Chris Sanner (@jerkfaceaive) Hit The Pass
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Run Time: 1 Hour, 28 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
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Saturday, February 27, 2016
11:09 AM - February 27, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
The release of MLB The Show 16 is now just around the corner and this episode of the Press Row Podcast features a rundown and reaction to all the latest features and improvements that have been detailed recently, covering gameplay, presentation, Sounds of the Show, and Diamond Dynasty. Other topics include the lawsuit over the alleged as unauthorized use of tattoos in NBA 2K16, the lackluster UEFA Euro 2016 content coming to Pro Evolution Soccer 2016, and impressions of the surprisingly good NBA Live Mobile.
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey (@pastapadre) PastaPadre/Hit The Pass
- Owen Good (@owengood) Polygon
- T.J. Lauerman, ThatSportsGamer (@ThatSportsGamer) Hit The Pass/Out of the Park Developments
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Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 21 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, February 5, 2016
05:31 AM - February 5, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
There was a LOT to dig into with the one-week beta for EA Sports’ UFC 2, including updated gameplay and graphics and new Practice, Skills Challenges, and Ultimate Team modes. How has the sequel improved from the 2014 effort and what remains a concern? What new has been learned about UFC 2? Will it be more welcoming to novices given its inherent complicated nature? Host Bryan Wiedey is joined by Dylan Favorite and T.J. Lauerman in the 166th episode of the Press Row Podcast.
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey, PastaPadre/Hit The Pass (@pastapadre)
- Dylan Favorite, Hit The Pass (@jerkfacefave)
- T.J. Lauerman, Hit The Pass/Out of the Park Developments (@ThatSportsGamer)
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Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 20 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Saturday, January 30, 2016
09:51 AM - January 30, 2016. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
After a lull of several months there are new sports game releases on the horizon. MLB The Show 16 will land in late March and news this week relates to Road to the Show and a new feature called ShowTime. Is that mode in particular getting too gimmicky? Meanwhile there's a lot going on for mid-March's EA Sports UFC 2 from a beta, to announcement of Mike Tyson, live streams of gameplay, and details on Ultimate Team. What stands out the most as the publisher hopes for the sequel to fare better than their first effort with the license? Additionally there was the announcement from EA that they'll be holding their own event rather than having a presence at E3. What does that mean for both EA and the future of E3?
Joining us this week:
- Bryan Wiedey, PastaPadre and Hit The Pass (@pastapadre)
- Owen Good, Polygon (@owengood)
- T.J. Lauerman, ThatSportsGamer (@ThatSportsGamer)
1) Follow the show on Twitter at @PressRowPodcast and send us some Tweets while you’re there
2) Email the show at [email protected]
3) Respond to this post
Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 20 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, December 18, 2015
01:28 PM - December 18, 2015. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
The most-anticipated, most-listened to Press Row Podcast episode of the year is here! The entire panel gets together to state their cases for each of the biggest and best titles to be named Press Row Podcast Sports Game of the Year for 2015. Will it be FIFA 16? Will it be Rocket League? Will it be MLB 15 The Show? Will it be NBA 2K16? Will it be Madden NFL 16? Will it be FIFA 16?
Join longtime Press Row panelists Owen Good, Kat Bailey, Samit Sarkar, T.J. Lauerman, Chris Sanner, Bryan Wiedey, and host Rich Grisham as they break down all the candidates and ultimately unveil the winner. After the winner is named, stick around to hear each individual panelist's personal top three list and how it impacted the overall winner.
Enjoy!
Joining us this week:
- Owen Good, Polygon (@owengood)
- Kat Bailey, US Gamer (@The_Katbot)
- T.J. Lauerman, ThatSportsGamer (@ThatSportsGamer)
- Samit Sarkar, Polygon (@SamitSarkar)
- Bryan Wiedey, PastaPadre and Hit The Pass (@pastapadre)
- Chris Sanner, Operation Sports (@ChrisSnr)
- And your host, Richard Grisham, Hit The Pass (@richgrisham)
1) Follow the show on Twitter at @PressRowPodcast and send us some Tweets while you’re there
2) Email the show at [email protected]
3) Respond to this post
Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 33 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, December 11, 2015
03:53 PM - December 11, 2015. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
In the 161st episode of the Press Row Podcast, our two experts take us through the year in the racing games. In many ways, 2015 was an excellent year for fans of the genre, with a selection of simulation, arcade, niche, and non-traditional vehicle options. Greg Sewart and Dr. Ken Parker each join host Rich Grisham to talk about it all.
Enjoy!
Joining us this week:
- Greg Sewart, Player One Podcast (@sewart)
- Dr. Ken Parker, Hit The Pass (@Chairman7)
- And your host, Richard Grisham, Hit The Pass (@richgrisham)
1) Follow the show on Twitter at @PressRowPodcast and send us some Tweets while you’re there
2) Email the show at [email protected]
3) Respond to this post
Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 20 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, December 4, 2015
04:44 PM - December 4, 2015. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
In the 160th episode of the Press Row Podcast, several of our longtime panelists get together to discuss the biggest, most important stories in the sports game world in 2015. From the unexpected success of Rocket League to the surprising influence of EA Access, the continuing shift to digital revenues in big time games to the overall strong quality of the majority of games, there were a lot of developments over the past year that strongly influence how we play the games we do. Owen Good, Chris Sanner, T.J. Lauerman, and Bryan Wiedey join host Rich Grisham for a spirited debate.
Enjoy!
Joining us this week:
- Owen Good, Polygon (@owengood)
- T.J. Lauerman, ThatSportsGamer (@ThatSportsGamer)
- Bryan Wiedey, PastaPadre and Hit The Pass (@pastapadre)
- Chris Sanner, Operation Sports (@ChrisSnr)
- And your host, Richard Grisham, Hit The Pass (@richgrisham)
1) Follow the show on Twitter at @PressRowPodcast and send us some Tweets while you’re there
2) Email the show at [email protected]
3) Respond to this post
Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 11 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, November 20, 2015
05:17 PM - November 20, 2015. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
In the 158th episode of the Press Row Podcast, Rich Grisham, Bryan Wiedey, and Owen Good chat about a number of topics as the current sports game year gets into high gear. Owen weighs in on last week's discussion about a wishlist for next year's MLB The Show, Bryan discusses the nifty new content for Rocket League, and then the entire crew breaks down the significance of the new, large patches for both Madden NFL 16 and NBA 2K16. What does the extensive support of these titles mean to consumers these days, and what does it mean when other titles are not supported as much?
Enjoy!
Joining us this week:
- Owen Good, Polygon (@owengood)
- Bryan Wiedey, PastaPadre and Hit The Pass (@pastapadre)
- And your host, Richard Grisham, Hit The Pass (@richgrisham)
1) Follow the show on Twitter at @PressRowPodcast and send us some Tweets while you’re there
2) Email the show at [email protected]
3) Respond to this post
Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 1 Hour, 6 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, November 13, 2015
05:09 PM - November 13, 2015. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
The 157th episode of the Press Row Podcast is a series of three discussions between Rich Grisham, Bryan Wiedey, and our community. Up first is a chat about hopes and expectations for MLB 16 The Show as we near the time of year that we typically start to hear about new features for Sony's excellent baseball title. Next, the topic shifts to the concern about pro athletes, violent or illegal off-field behavior, and the responsibility of game publishers to keep or remove those players from their game. Last, Rich has a guilty pleasure in the new Need For Speed, and chats with Bryan about why he thinks that is.
Enjoy the show!
Send us your feedback! We love to hear from you and can’t wait to read your stuff on the air in a future episode. Do it one of these ways:
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Run Time: 56 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
Friday, November 6, 2015
03:37 PM - November 6, 2015. Posted by Steve_OS. Written by Steve Noah
Whether you’re a big fan or have zero interest, the explosive growth of money, coverage, and influence of eSports is undeniable. As major game publishers analyze the eSports landscape, what – if anything – does it mean for fans of “traditional” sports video games? Are are the similarities and differences between mainstream sports and eSports? Why have eSports become so popular in the first place? Rich Grisham is joined by Kat Bailey to chat about all of these topics on Press Row for the first time.
Enjoy!
Joining us this week:
- Kat Bailey, US Gamer (@The_Katbot)
- And your host, Richard Grisham, Hit The Pass (@richgrisham)
1) Follow the show on Twitter at @PressRowPodcast and send us some Tweets while you’re there
2) Email the show at [email protected]
3) Respond to this post
Also, the Press Row Podcast is now available on iTunes (https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/...ow/id563624090) and Stitcher Radio (http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/oper...ss-row-podcast), and the Windows Store, so subscribe to it and rate it too!
Run Time: 56 Minutes
Lastly, check out our brand new compilation page on Audioboom, where all of our shows are easy to access from one page.
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