The Tired Old Hack Video Game Podcast
Chris Scullion has been a video games journalist for over a decade, and he's managed to do all this while being Scottish. Join him for a regular look at the world of gaming with special guests, news analysis, terrible jokes and an ongoing attempt to decipher his thick bassy accent.
Tue, February 01, 2022
TOH Podcast 46 – Kate with a K, Gray with an A
In this special bumper two-hour bastard of a podcast, I’m finally joined again by the brilliant Kate Gray, who returns due to popular demand. Engage ear canals: https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-046/tired-old-hack-podcast-046.mp3 In episode 46 Kate and I discuss the backlash to Pokémon Legends: Arceus’s graphics and generally chat about what it’s like when you review a triple-A game and are eventually subjected to a backlash. It’s basically a big moan to make us feel better. Don’t worry though, we also find time to make jokes about Shigeru Miyamoto smothering people in their sleep. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhack.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, February 01, 2022
TOH Podcast 46 – Kate with a K, Gray with an A
In this special bumper two-hour bastard of a podcast, I’m finally joined again by the brilliant Kate Gray, who returns due to popular demand. Engage ear canals: https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-046/tired-old-hack-podcast-046.mp3 In episode 46 Kate and I discuss the backlash to Pokémon Legends: Arceus’s graphics and generally chat about what it’s like when you review a triple-A game and are eventually subjected to a backlash. It’s basically a big moan to make us feel better. Don’t worry though, we also find time to make jokes about Shigeru Miyamoto smothering people in their sleep. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sun, January 16, 2022
TOH Podcast 45 – Back to business
Now that normal service has resumed in yer man Scullion’s life, that means you can expect a regular helping of audio goodness in your ears again. And what do you know, here’s some now: https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-045/tired-old-hack-podcast-045.mp3 In episode 45 I’m joined by my wife Louise for the first time in around 3 years, to discuss how our three-year-old daughter is already better than her at Forza Horizon 5. We also discuss NFTs (ugh), console wars (ugh) and what we’re most looking forward to in 2022. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sun, January 16, 2022
TOH Podcast 45 – Back to business
Now that normal service has resumed in yer man Scullion’s life, that means you can expect a regular helping of audio goodness in your ears again. And what do you know, here’s some now: https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-045/tired-old-hack-podcast-045.mp3 In episode 45 I’m joined by my wife Louise for the first time in around 3 years, to discuss how our three-year-old daughter is already better than her at Forza Horizon 5. We also discuss NFTs (ugh), console wars (ugh) and what we’re most looking forward to in 2022. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhack.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sun, March 28, 2021
TOH Podcast 44 – It’s Only Bloody Dominik Diamond!
The Tired Old Hack Podcast is back, and it may just be the most exciting one yet. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-044/tired-old-hack-podcast-044.mp3 I’m joined by none other than the legendary Dominik Diamond, the host of the greatest video game TV show ever made, GamesMaster. Dominik is involved in a massive new book called GamesMaster: An Oral History, which currently has an ongoing Kickstarter campaign . Brilliantly, it met its target in just one day, so if you pledge you will definitely get it. Dominik very kindly sat down with yer man for a full hour to talk not just about the book, but such other random topics as: • how many celebrities who were on GamesMaster have now died • the best thing about his hometown of Arbroath • his views on the current state of Celtic football club • his favourite province in Canada • finally, the five games that have meant the most to him in his life I’m so grateful to have had Dominik on the show – I’ve been a fan of his ever since a nine-year-old me first saw GamesMaster back in 1992, so I really hope you enjoy this episode. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sun, March 28, 2021
TOH Podcast 44 – It’s Only Bloody Dominik Diamond!
The Tired Old Hack Podcast is back, and it may just be the most exciting one yet. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-044/tired-old-hack-podcast-044.mp3 I’m joined by none other than the legendary Dominik Diamond, the host of the greatest video game TV show ever made, GamesMaster. Dominik is involved in a massive new book called GamesMaster: An Oral History, which currently has an ongoing Kickstarter campaign . Brilliantly, it met its target in just one day, so if you pledge you will definitely get it. Dominik very kindly sat down with yer man for a full hour to talk not just about the book, but such other random topics as: • how many celebrities who were on GamesMaster have now died • the best thing about his hometown of Arbroath • his views on the current state of Celtic football club • his favourite province in Canada • finally, the five games that have meant the most to him in his life I’m so grateful to have had Dominik on the show – I’ve been a fan of his ever since a nine-year-old me first saw GamesMaster back in 1992, so I really hope you enjoy this episode. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhack.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, August 20, 2020
TOH Podcast 43 – Talky Tallarico
The Tired Old Hack Podcast returns with a very special interview episode. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-043/tired-old-hack-podcast-043.mp3 I’m joined by Tommy Tallarico, long-time video game music composer and now the president of Intellivision Entertainment, as we chat about his upcoming console, the Amico. Because the interview took place over Zoom, I’ve also made this episode available as a video podcast. Here it is if you fancy watching us chat instead of just listening to it. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, August 20, 2020
TOH Podcast 43 – Talky Tallarico
The Tired Old Hack Podcast returns with a very special interview episode. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-043/tired-old-hack-podcast-043.mp3 I’m joined by Tommy Tallarico, long-time video game music composer and now the president of Intellivision Entertainment, as we chat about his upcoming console, the Amico. Because the interview took place over Zoom, I’ve also made this episode available as a video podcast. Here it is if you fancy watching us chat instead of just listening to it. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhack.com/category/podcast/feed/
Fri, May 08, 2020
TOH Podcast 42 – X Gon’ Represent Expected Quality To Ya
After much waiting and hype, we’ve finally got our first look at some next-gen game footage. Well, sort of. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-042_202005/tired-old-hack-podcast-042.mp3 Microsoft has just shown off what it called the first ‘gameplay’ for Xbox Series X, and while the majority of it of it doesn’t quite count as gameplay it still gave us an idea of what sort of graphical quality to expect. I’ve taken all 13 games and broken them down for you so you can find out more about them and hear what I have to think. This podcast has also been designed to be played alongside the actual video, if you want to see what I’m talking about too. I’ll have a YouTube version up shortly but until then you can watch the official video here : pause it when the countdown ends and play it when I do my own countdown on the podcast. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Fri, May 08, 2020
TOH Podcast 42 – X Gon’ Represent Expected Quality To Ya
After much waiting and hype, we’ve finally got our first look at some next-gen game footage. Well, sort of. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-042_202005/tired-old-hack-podcast-042.mp3 Microsoft has just shown off what it called the first ‘gameplay’ for Xbox Series X, and while the majority of it of it doesn’t quite count as gameplay it still gave us an idea of what sort of graphical quality to expect. I’ve taken all 13 games and broken them down for you so you can find out more about them and hear what I have to think. This podcast has also been designed to be played alongside the actual video, if you want to see what I’m talking about too. I’ll have a YouTube version up shortly but until then you can watch the official video here : pause it when the countdown ends and play it when I do my own countdown on the podcast. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhack.com/category/podcast/feed/
Mon, April 20, 2020
TOH Podcast 41 – Going Viral
I’m on the mend from an unknown illness that may or may not have been ‘that’ one, so let’s have a brief podcast to celebrate. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-041_202004/tired-old-hack-podcast-041.mp3 I’m not yet able to ramble on for an hour like I usually do without going out of breath and my throat getting really sore, so this one’s a little shorter than usual. Still, it doesn’t stop me discussing the latest news and answering some listeners’ questions. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Mon, April 20, 2020
TOH Podcast 41 – Going Viral
I’m on the mend from an unknown illness that may or may not have been ‘that’ one, so let’s have a brief podcast to celebrate. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-041_202004/tired-old-hack-podcast-041.mp3 I’m not yet able to ramble on for an hour like I usually do without going out of breath and my throat getting really sore, so this one’s a little shorter than usual. Still, it doesn’t stop me discussing the latest news and answering some listeners’ questions. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Alternatively, the Tired Old Hack Podcast is now on Spotify! You can listen to it by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or by following this link if you have the appropriate app installed. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhack.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, January 04, 2020
TOH Podcast 40 – It’s Tired Old Back
The return of Tired Old Hack also means the return of the Tired Old Hack podcast! https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-040/tired-old-hack-podcast-040.mp3 After a little recap on what I’ve been up over the past six months of downtime, yer man takes a look at today’s claim that Nintendo is planning to port two more Wii U games over to the Switch in 2020. I then take on a bunch of listener questions, covering topics as diverse as the all-digital future of gaming, whether Nintendo will have a quiet first six months of 2020 and where the WWE 2K series can go now after its latest shambolic effort. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sun, June 16, 2019
TOH Podcast 39 – E3 2019 Special
Another E3 has come and gone, but what did yer man Scullion think of it? https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-039/tired-old-hack-podcast-039.mp3 Because I was covering this year’s E3 for VGC, I haven’t yet been able to give my own opinion on everything that went down this year. This, then, is your first chance to hear my verdicts on the presentations by Google, EA, Microsoft, Bethesda, Devolver, Ubisoft, Square Enix and Nintendo. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, June 01, 2019
TOH Podcast 38 – The Making of the NES Encyclopedia
My book is finally out in the wild , so it’s time to tell the story behind it. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-038/tired-old-hack-podcast-038.mp3 Podcast 38 covers the entire process behind the NES Encyclopedia, from the initial concept all the way up to the book’s release and what’s coming next. I also answer a heap of reader questions about the book: how hard it was to research, what order I wrote it in, whether I discovered any hidden gems or hated writing any of it, and plenty more. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Wed, March 20, 2019
TOH Podcast 37 – Stadia Another Dadia
Finally, after years of speculation, Google has thrown its hat into the gaming ring. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-037/tired-old-hack-podcast-037.mp3 Podcast 37 looks at today’s reveal of Stadia, Google’s upcoming streaming service. Does it sound like everything it’s cracked up to be, or are there still some concerns that have to be addressed before I can start getting excited? Well, you’ll obviously have to bloody listen to find out, innit. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, February 23, 2019
TOH Podcast 36 – My Reggie is Stomach
Back by popular demand, yer man Scullion’s better half Louise returns to the Tired Old Hack podcast. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-036/tired-old-hack-podcast-036.mp3 Podcast 36 looks at the revelation that Nintendo’s Reggie Fils-Aime will soon be retiring, before moving onto that hefty rumour doing the rounds that Microsoft is planning to bring its games to the Switch. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, February 14, 2019
TOH Podcast 35 – The Awakening
After a lengthy delay, the Tired Old Hack podcast is finally back! https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-035/tired-old-hack-podcast-035.mp3 Podcast 35 looks at the recent Nintendo Direct presentation: yer man Scullion breaks down all 29 games that featured, including the surprise announcements of Super Mario Maker 2 and The Legend Of Zelda: Link’s Awakening among others. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, October 04, 2018
TOH Podcast 34 – Finger-hackin’ good
I’m currently recovering from a hedge-trimming accident in which I severed a tendon in my finger, but the old vocal cords are still working a treat. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-034/tired-old-hack-podcast-034.mp3 In podcast 34, I give my thoughts on the Wall Street Journal’s rumours that Nintendo is planning a new version of the Switch hardware. I then take a look at the Telltale Games closure, before covering some listeners’ questions, including which games are good to play one-handed and which dormant Nintendo series I’d like to see on the Switch. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, September 04, 2018
TOH Podcast 33 – 2K and Sony talk a load of old sack
Some very silly hings have been said in the world of video gaming this week, so let’s talk about just how silly they were. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-033/tired-old-hack-podcast-033.mp3 First up, I comment on a 2K exec’s claim that microtransactions are an “unfortunate reality of modern gaming”, as if they’re some sort of given that can’t be stopped. After that, it’s onto the Sony CEO’s latest bizarre reason for shunning cross-platform play for PS4-owning Fortnite players. Finally, I take on a bunch of listeners’ questions, including my top tips for which games to play when you’ve got a newborn baby like I currently do. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, August 09, 2018
TOH Podcast 32 – Taking the words out of my mouth
This week, someone at IGN stole someone else’s review, and was fired for it. Fun fact: he also stole one of mine! Let’s podcast the piss out of it. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-032/tired-old-hack-podcast-032.mp3 First up, I take a look at yesterdays’ Smash Bros Ultimate Direct, and break down all the major announcements. After that, it’s onto a mini-rant about the (now former) IGN writer’s plagiarism scandal, as well as my own personal thoughts on him also stealing my own work. A warning in advance: this episode’s a bit swearer than usual, for obvious reasons. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, June 12, 2018
TOH Podcast 31 – Nintendo E3 2018 conference analysis
Time for Nintendo to show us what’s in its locker. And this year, it’s Smash Bros. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-031/tired-old-hack-podcast-031.mp3 This is the fifth part in a series covering the major conferences at E3 2018, following EA , Microsoft , Ubisoft and Sony . As has been the case in previous years, Nintendo’s E3 presentation was a pre-recorded video lasting roughly half an hour. However, this time there was a far larger focus on a single game, in this case Super Smash Bros Ultimate. Keep your ears out for a final sixth podcast at the end of the week, recapping E3 in general. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, June 12, 2018
TOH Podcast 30 – Sony PlayStation E3 2018 conference analysis
Sony’s just had its E3 conference, and it’s fair to say it was a bit of a divisive one. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-030/tired-old-hack-podcast-030.mp3 This is the fourth part in a five-part series covering the major conferences at E3 2018, following EA , Microsoft and Ubisoft . Sony’s conference consisted of two distinct halves, and it was the first that drew the most ire from fans. Was its odd structure enough to ruin the entire show though? Have a listen to hear my take on it. The final podcast will came later today, when Nintendo’s E3 showcase gets the same critical eye. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Mon, June 11, 2018
TOH Podcast 29 – Ubisoft E3 2018 conference analysis
Day three of E3 is now among us, and Ubisoft’s just finished its conference, so let’s break that sucker down. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-029/tired-old-hack-podcast-029.mp3 This is the third part in a five-part series covering the major conferences at E3 2018, following EA and Microsoft . Ubisoft had an interesting conference, with a number of highs and lows. Did the former outweigh the latter though? Have a listen and find out. The next podcast will come later tonight, when I break down Sony’s conference. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sun, June 10, 2018
TOH Podcast 28 – Microsoft Xbox E3 2018 conference analysis
It’s day two of E3, and the first of the Big Three conferences has just ended. Time to talk Xbox. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-028/tired-old-hack-podcast-028.mp3 This is the second part in a five-part series covering the major conferences at E3 2018. Following last night’s EA conference , up next is Microsoft’s Xbox conference, which offered no fewer than 50 games. Did the content match the ambition? Have a listen and see what I thought. Come back tomorrow night for the next podcast, which will be looking at Ubisoft’s conference. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, June 09, 2018
TOH Podcast 27 – EA Play E3 2018 analysis
Crack open an Irn Bru and close the curtains, because every gamer’s favourite week of the year is back. Naturally, that means yer man Scullion’s E3 podcast series is back too. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-027/tired-old-hack-podcast-027.mp3 This is the first part in a five-part series covering the major conferences at E3 2018. First up is EA with its usual EA Play event. As well as the likes of Battlefield V, FIFA 19 and Anthem, the publisher also threw up a couple fo surprises in the shape of Unravel Two, Sea Of Solitude and the return of Command & Conquer. Was it enough though? Yer man Scullion is joined by Louise to discuss. Come back tomorrow night for the next podcast, which will be looking at Microsoft’s Xbox conference. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, May 05, 2018
TOH Podcast 26: Pellett, Pac-Man and professional wrestling
It’ s podcast time again, and it’s special guest time too. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-026/tired-old-hack-podcast-026.mp3 In episode 26 of the Tired Old Hack podcast, yer man Scullion is joined by Matthew Pellett, former section editor on Xbox World 360, editor of GamesMaster and editor of Official PlayStation Magazine. We discuss his career and why he made the move to games PR, as well as the likes of: • professional wrestling • the latest entries in the Video Game Hall of Fame • Pac-Man coming to Google’s Alexa systems • Five games that mean the most to Matthew • Who should be in Smash Bros Switch How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, April 28, 2018
TOH Podcast 25: Labo and legal loot box larks
Time for another podcast, and this time it’s DIY-themed. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-025/tired-old-hack-podcast-025.mp3 In episode 25 of the Tired Old Hack podcast, yer man Scullion is once again joined by Louise. This time we’re looking at Labo: my review will be coming later this week, but for now we’ve both built an RC car each and so we discuss our initial impressions of the game. We also look at the recent decision from the Belgian Gaming Commission that the loot boxes in FIFA, CounterStrike and Overwatch are gambling and therefore illegal. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, April 17, 2018
TOH Podcast 24: Ready Player One and listener Q&A special
The return of Tired Old Hack naturally also means one other thing: the return of the Tired Old Hack podcast. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-024/tired-old-hack-podcast-024.mp3 In episode 24 of the Tired Old Hack podcast, yer man Scullion is joined by Louise for a listener Q&A special. After initially reviewing Steven Spielberg’s Ready Player One, we both go on to answer a whole host of questions from you lovely swines, covering topics like: • The BAFTA game awards • Nintendo Labo • The delay for Dark Souls on Switch • Pokemon Switch • Sega AGES coming to Switch • Whether the Wii U will eventually be greater appreciated over time like the Dreamcast is How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Fri, March 09, 2018
TOH Podcast 23: Nintendo Direct and Smash Bros analysis
Well, the waiting is finally over: Super Smash Bros is coming to Switch. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-023/tired-old-hack-podcast-023.mp3 In episode 23 of the Tired Old Hack podcast, yer man Scullion breaks down last night’s Nintendo Direct presentation game by game. This was also the first ever episode of the podcast to be recorded live on YouTube at the same time, enabling listeners to interact with the episode as it’ proceeds. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, January 30, 2018
TOH Podcast 22: GlesGames, Labo and the P.T. Shed
This is the funniest podcast yet, and easily the most juvenile. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-022/tired-old-hack-podcast-022.mp3 In episode 22 of the Tired Old Hack, yer man Scullion is joined by special guests Simon Marshall – the creator and organiser of GlesGames – and Gavin Spence, his good pal and illustrator extraordinaire. As well as chatting about GlesGames, we also talk about Labo, the Xbox Game Pass and God Of War, and Simon and Gav also list the five games that have meant the most to them. Oh, and there are also far too many jokes about having sex in a shed. The next GlesGames takes place on 24 February 2018 at the Trades Hall in Glasgow. Head over here to buy tickets ! How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Fri, January 12, 2018
TOH Podcast 21: Nintendo Direct Mini special
Podcast gods, bring me another audio treat. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-021/tired-old-hack-podcast-021.mp3 Episode 21 of the Tired Old Hack podcast is here, and yer man Scullion is once again joined by yer woman Scullion (and foetus Scullion, but s/he’s not saying much just yet). Following the latest Nintendo Direct Mini, we discuss every game revealed and have a think about which other ports should come to the Switch. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ The podcast will also be available on YouTube later, complete with random game footage I’ve captured. I’ll be updating this page soon with the video.
Sun, November 12, 2017
TOH Podcast 20 – Loot boxes and lost gems
It’s back! https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-020/tired-old-hack-podcast-020.mp3 The long-awaited (well, by me) episode 20 of the Tired Old Hack podcast is here, and yer man Scullion is once again joined by yer woman Scullion. This time we’re discussing loot boxes and whether it’s already too late to stop them. We also talk Super Mario Odyssey and Doom on the Switch, and decide which dead 16-bit franchise we’d like to see getting a revival. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ The podcast will also be available on YouTube later, complete with random game footage I’ve captured. I’ll be updating this page soon with the video.
Mon, September 25, 2017
TOH Podcast 19 – The Da Vinci Review Code
Sorry folks, this one’s a proper rant. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-019/tired-old-hack-podcast-019.mp3 In episode 19 of the Tired Old Hack podcast yer man Scullion’s had enough of review conspiracy theories. After discussing some of the most recent gaming news (including Nintendo’s latest attempt to break into China) and explaining my VHS project in a bit more depth, I go on a wee bit of a rant about the reaction to my latest review for Nintendo Life, NBA 2K18 . I apologise in advance: I don’t really like being too negative but this has really wound me up so I feel the need to address it. It gets a bit sweary too, so you’ve been warned! How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ Also, for the first time ever, the podcast will also be available on YouTube, complete with random game footage I’ve captured (this episode it’s NBA 2K18 on Xbox One and Switch). I’ll be updating this page on Tuesday night with the video.
Wed, September 13, 2017
TOH Podcast 18 – Making a Metroiderer
Time to get serious. Well, sort of. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-017_201709/tired-old-hack-podcast-017.mp3 In episode 18 of the Tired Old Hack podcast yer man Scullion goes solo to discuss a couple of things. First I address the awkward but important topic of PewDiePie’s racism furore, before discussing something more personal: my recent Metroid: Samus Returns review on Nintendo Life, how it came about and my views on the freelance process and bias accusations in general. It’s ranty, but hopefully interesting. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Wed, August 09, 2017
TOH Podcast 17 – Permadeath and permafrost
It’s been a while, but the podcast is back! https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-017_201708/tired-old-hack-podcast-017.mp3 In episode 17 of the Tired Old Hack podcast yer classic power couple is reunited as I’m once again joined by my gaming indifferent wife Louise. This episode we cover, among other things: • Women’s basketball in NBA Live 18 • The Hellblade permadeath fuckshow • Shadow Of War’s loot crates • What should the next Splatoon 2 Splatfest be? How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, June 13, 2017
TOH Podcast 16 – Nintendo E3 analysis
It’s Nintendo time! https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-016/tired-old-hack-podcast-016.mp3 In episode 16 of the Tired Old Hack podcast yer man Scullion is joined again by Louise, as we break down Nintendo’s E3 conference and also look at what was shown in the first few hours of its subsequent Treehouse Live show. I’ve now recorded podcasts for the five biggest E3 conferences. There’s one to go at the end of the week, summing up the week as a whole and discussing stuff I’ve missed. Catch up here: Episode 12 – EA ( listen to it here ) Episode 13 – Microsoft / Xbox ( listen to it here ) Episode 14 – Ubisoft ( listen to it here ) Episode 15 – Sony ( listen to it here ) Episode 16 – Nintendo (this one) Episode 17 – Other third-parties and anything I missed (due at the end of the week) How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, June 13, 2017
TOH Podcast 15 – Sony E3 analysis
There aren’t many website peeps who’d stay up until 2am to watch an E3 conference, then stay up for another hour recording a podcast for you. But here we are. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-015/tired-old-hack-podcast-015.mp3 Episode 15 of the Tired Old Hack podcast sees yer man Scullion breaking down Sony’s E3 conference, discussing every announcement and game reveal in the order they were made. As the week progresses, I’ll be recording more podcasts after many of the big conferences. They’ll each go up a couple of hours after their respective conference ends. The schedule is as follows: Episode 12 – EA (recorded, listen to it here ) Episode 13 – Microsoft / Xbox (recorded, listen to it here ) Episode 14 – Ubisoft (recorded, listen to it here ) Episode 15 – Sony (this one) Episode 16 – Nintendo Episode 17 – Other third-parties and anything I missed (due at the end of the week) How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Mon, June 12, 2017
TOH Podcast 14 – Ubisoft E3 analysis
Another E3 podcast, you say? About Ubisoft this time? Well, I’m only happy to oblige, good sir/madam (delete as applicable). https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-014/tired-old-hack-podcast-014.mp3 In Episode 14 of the Tired Old Hack podcast yer man Scullion talks you through the entire Ubisoft conference and every single announcement, along with my immediate verdict on what I saw. As the week progresses, I’ll be recording more podcasts after many of the big conferences. They’ll each go up a couple of hours after their respective conference ends. The schedule is as follows: Episode 12 – EA (recorded, listen to it here ) Episode 13 – Microsoft / Xbox (recorded, listen to it here ) Episode 14 – Ubisoft (this one) Episode 15 – Sony Episode 16 – Nintendo Episode 17 – Other third-parties and anything I missed (due at the end of the week) How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Mon, June 12, 2017
TOH Podcast 13 – Xbox E3 analysis
Microsoft’s just finished its E3 2017 conference, so here’s yer man Scullion’s full game-by-game analysis. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-013/tired-old-hack-podcast-013.mp3 In Episode 13 of the Tired Old Hack podcast I go it alone for the first time, talking you through the entire Xbox conference and every single announcement, along with my immediate verdict on what I saw. As the week progresses, I’ll be recording more podcasts after many of the big conferences. They’ll each go up a couple of hours after their respective conference ends. The schedule is as follows: Episode 12 – EA (recorded, listen to it here ) Episode 13 – Microsoft / Xbox (this one) Episode 14 – Ubisoft Episode 15 – Sony Episode 16 – Nintendo Episode 17 – Other third-parties and anything I missed (due at the end of the week) How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Sat, June 10, 2017
TOH Podcast 12 – EA Play E3 analysis
It’s E3 time! And to celebrate yer man Scullion is putting together not one, not two, but SIX episodes of the Tired Old Hack podcast. Here’s the first. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-012/tired-old-hack-podcast-012.mp3 In Episode 12 of the Tired Old Hack podcast I and my E3-newcomer wife Louise react to EA’s ‘EA Play’ conference immediately after its conclusion. We talk through every announcement in the order it was made, and give our views on what worked and what didn’t. As the week progresses, I’ll be recording more podcasts after many of the big conferences. They’ll each go up a couple of hours after their respective conference ends. The schedule is as follows: Episode 13 – Microsoft / Xbox Episode 14 – Ubisoft Episode 15 – Sony Episode 16 – Nintendo Episode 17 – Other third-parties and anything I missed (due at the end of the week) How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Wed, May 10, 2017
TOH Podcast 11 – Kicking sand
Oh ma gawd we’re back agaaaaain (as sung in a Backstreet Boys voice). https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-011/tired-old-hack-podcast-011.mp3 In Episode 11 of the Tired Old Hack podcast I’m once again joined by my lovely gaming-indifferent wife Louise as we discuss the latest goings-on the gaming world, including: • Bethesda and the Prey vs ‘Prey For The Gods’ saga • Diego Maradona vs Konami • Louise’s take on the Brash Games nonsense • Which games we’d want to play for 24 hours straight • Another round of The Year Of Louisey, in which Louise tries out Kitty Powers’ Matchmaker on Xbox One How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Tue, April 25, 2017
TOH Podcast 10 – Exclusive Night Trap 25th Anniversary Edition interview
Well, well, well. Look what we have here. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-010/tired-old-hack-podcast-010.mp3 Yes, after years of ‘joke’ references to Night Trap (like adding it to my 30 Best DS games article even though it was never on DS), yer man Scullion has finally been vindicated with the incredible news that a brand new, remastered version of the niche ’90s FMV game is coming to PS4 and Xbox One to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Even better than that, I’ve known about it for a wee while. In fact, I recorded a podcast with the remaster’s developer, the lovely Tyler Hogle, more than a month ago in advance of its announcement, just for you lovely people. I can now finally bring that podcast to you, in order that you may ‘get hype’, as today’s youth say. And if you aren’t familiar with the game, you may want to watch the video feature I made about it a while back first, so you know why I love it so much. Night Trap is actually coming. This is not a drill. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://atomic-temporary-80139709.wpcomstaging.com/category/podcast/feed/ The original vs the remaster Finally, as a bonus, if you’d like to see just how great a job Tyler’s done with this Night Trap remake, he
Sun, April 16, 2017
TOH Podcast 9 – Chris and Kate talk more shite
Let’s get casting that pod again. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-009/tired-old-hack-podcast-009.mp3 Episode 9 of the Tired Old Hack podcast is part two of my two-part special with my awesome pal Kate Gray. If you haven’t heard the first part (episode 8) yet, you might want to give it a listen here first, just for the sake of completion. In this second part we answer more reader questions, before we get to the important matter of finding out which five games mean the most to Kate. At the risk of sounding like Buzzfeed, some of them may surprise you. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, April 06, 2017
TOH Podcast 8 – Chris and Kate talk shite
You asked for it, so you’re getting it: https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-008/tired-old-hack-podcast-008.mp3 Episode 8 of the Tired Old Hack podcast is part one of a two-part special in which I’m once again joined by my awesome pal Kate Gray. The episode opens with me giving my thoughts on today’s Scorpio specs announcement. After that it’s onto the first part of my chat with Kate in which we talk about (among other things) the current state of indie gaming and what it’s like when you’re on a train full of indie devs travelling across America. Part 2 of the chat will be up next week, but until then fill yer ears and listen to two pals talking a load of shite about games. The screenshot at the top of this article is from Postbirb, a game Kate helped develop. She discusses it in the podcast, so if you want to try it out you can find it here . How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Wed, March 15, 2017
TOH Podcast 7 – Snipperclips and swear words
It’s been a month. A month! Quickly, fill your ears: https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-007/tired-old-hack-podcast-007.mp3 Episode 7 of the Tired Old Hack podcast is here, as I take a rare one-night break from my mission to review every Switch launch game. In this episode I’m once again joined by my wife Louise as we talk about the Switch again (sorry haters), but then go on to discuss other non-Nintendo matters like PlayStation Now, ToeJam & Earl and achievement systems. Having Louise on means another instalment of The Year Of Louise-y, and this time Snipperclips is the game I try to get her addicted to. Do I manage it? You’ll need to listen to find out. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/
Thu, February 16, 2017
TOH Podcast 6 – Mike Jackson part 2
Put this in your ears and smoke it. or something. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-006/tired-old-hack-podcast-006.mp3 Episode 6 of the Tired Old Hack podcast features the conclusion of my two-part interview with former ONM, OXM and CVG journalist Mike Jackson. If you haven’t heard episode 5 (which had part 1) yet, you’d best listen to that first. This time we properly get into the Switch, discussing the launch games and what we think of the software line-up in general. Ultimately, this leads to the inevitable as two enormous Mario fans draw their attention to Super Mario Odyssey. Wait until you hear my idea for the ending: it will blow the piss right out of your bladder. Note: As with the last episode, an issue with my Skype recording software meant that on occasion my microphone would make a static noise. This will be fixed in future episodes. Sorry for the mild unpleasantness. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ Want to help support the podcast, and Tired Old Hack in general? Back me on Patreon and you’ll get my first draft of each episode first, the moment it’s finished. Everyone else will get it through the site and iTunes later on.
Wed, February 08, 2017
TOH Podcast 5 – Mike Jackson part 1
A podcast, you say? Get stuck into this one. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-005/tired-old-hack-podcast-005.mp3 Episode 5 of the Tired Old Hack podcast is the first in a two-part special in which I’m joined by my lovely friend Mike Jackson. Mike and I go back over a decade: he was a writer on Nintendo: The Official Magazine, which was the UK’s official Nintendo publication before it moved to Future Publishing and became ONM (which is when I joined). Over the years he worked for Official Xbox Magazine and CVG, before moving to Las Vegas to live the high life there. He remains a massive Nintendo fan though, so it should be no surprise that much of our conversation is about the upcoming Switch. However, there are also some ridiculous anecdotes about working for Nintendo: The Official Magazine which really do have to be heard to be believed. Note: This was the first podcast I’ve done that consisted of a Skype call. An issue with my Skype recording software meant that on occasion my microphone would make a static noise. This will be present in this episode and the next (since it’s a two-parter) but will be fixed in future episodes. Sorry for the mild unpleasantness. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ Want to help support the podcast, and Tired Old Hack in general? Back me on Patreon and you’ll get my first draft of each episode first, the moment it’s finished. Everyone else will get it through the site and iTunes the following day.
Tue, January 31, 2017
TOH Podcast 4 – Resident A-holes?
It sounds to me like you could do with some video game chattery. Indulge, human. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-004/tired-old-hack-podcast-004.mp3 In episode 4 of the Tired Old Hack podcast I’m once again joined by my non-gaming wife Louise as we look at the week’s gaming news and answer listener questions. Topics this week include: • Resident Evil VII DLC – is it fair enough or a bit of a cash-in? • Nintendo’s financial reports – looking good or time to worry? • Will PS VR be a flop? • What does Louise think is the best and worst thing about my job? • What I think of people who think 30fps is ‘unplayable’ • In this The Year Of Louisey, Louise tries out the 2013 Castle Of Illusion remake How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ Want to help support the podcast, and Tired Old Hack in general? Back me on Patreon and you’ll get my first draft of each episode first, the moment it’s finished. Everyone else will get it through the site and iTunes the following day.
Mon, January 23, 2017
TOH Podcast 3 – Switch listener Q&A with Meg Bethany Read
Still craving Switch discussion? Good gravy, you insatiable fiends. Fine, here’s some more. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-003/tired-old-hack-podcast-003.mp3 Following the second episode with Kate Gray, I got a load more Switch questions over Twitter, so I decided to extend my Switch coverage over to a second podcast. This time, to dispense with the frivolities, we go pure Q&A and kick things off right away with your questions. By ‘we’ I’m referring to myself and this week’s guest, Daily Express and Daily Star games reviewer Meg Bethany Read . If you still haven’t had your fill of Switch chat, get stuck in. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ Want to help support the podcast, and Tired Old Hack in general? Back me on Patreon and you’ll get my first draft of each episode first, the moment it’s finished. Everyone else will get it through the site and iTunes the following day.
Tue, January 17, 2017
TOH Podcast 2 – Switch special with Kate Gray
Well, that first podcast went well. So well, in fact, that here’s another one for your beautiful earholes. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-002/tired-old-hack-podcast-002.mp3 Episode 1 eventually pushed the Tired Old Hack podcast into the iTunes Top 10 Video Game Podcasts chart for a brief moment: given the relative small size of the site compared to other well-established publications (and the fact that at the time of writing it’s still up there at number 11) I’m delighted with that. This second episode was recorded the day after I went hands-on with the Nintendo Switch for the first time, so naturally that makes it a Switch special. To ensure it wasn’t just an hour and a half of my Scottish drawl, though, I enlisted the help of my awesome friend Kate Gray as my first ever* special podcast guest. *(well, first ever guest who wasn’t made to be on it because they’re married to me) This also makes the episode a sort of ONM special of sorts, because I was the Official Nintendo Magazine’s first ever staff writer and Kate was its last ever one. So in a way, ONM may be dead, but given we’re talking the Switch you can consider this a sort of return of the ONM Podcast in some form. Sort of. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the podcast was at the top of this article. Click play and you’re off and running. If you’d rather have the MP3 as a downloadable file so you can stick it on your media player of choice, right-click and save this link . If you’ve got iTunes, you can find the podcast there by searching for ‘Tired Old Hack’ or just following this link . Please subscribe if you enjoy it, and write up a wee review. Or, if you’d rather use your own podcast app, use this feed URL to subscribe to the podcast and get access to new episodes as they’re added: https://tiredoldhackdotcom.wordpress.com/category/podcast/feed/ Want to help support the podcast, and Tired Old Hack in general? Back me on Patreon and you’ll get my first draft of each episode first, the moment it’s finished. Everyone else will get it through the site and i
Mon, January 09, 2017
TOH Podcast 1 – Origins
For a while, folk have been asking me to do a Tired Old Hack podcast. Well, get your gums wrapped around this wee bastard. https://archive.org/download/tired-old-hack-podcast-001-final/tired-old-hack-podcast-001-final.mp3 What you see above you is the pilot episode of the Tired Old Hack podcast. An hour and 20 minutes of gaming goodness (hopefully) recorded just for your lovely earholes. And they’re looking particularly lovely today, if I do say so myself. Within the confines of episode 1, you can expect to hear: • A brief recap of who I am and my career to date (for those who stumble upon this episode through iTunes in the future and don’t know me) • My first ever guest interviewee: my wife Louise Scullion, who definitely wanted to do this podcast and wasn’t just roped in because she was the only person available at short notice • A look at recent gaming news, including attempts at hacking the NES Classic, the unreleased Mega Blox Halo game and the news that Conan O’Brien’s Clueless Gamer is getting its own TV series • Your questions answered, including a lengthy discussion on what I’m hoping will be revealed at the upcoming Nintendo Switch event • The first part of my regular series, The Year Of Louise-y, in which I try to find a game my non-gaming wife can get addicted to. How to listen If you’re just listening while browsing, the p
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