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Off the Top: November 20, 2009 (11/20/09)

From the mind of Psychosis comes Off the Top. This show is just about the perfect length at 45:33. This episode, I am rolling solo and talk about on the job experiences, and regale you with some classic humor. If you have any news tips for the podcast, e-mail me at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Growing Pains

The boys are back this week for Show 100...finally (35:09). This week the boys discuss: Patapon 2, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2, Tony Hawk: RIDE, Command & Conquer 4: Tiberian Twilight, NBA 2K10 for the Wii, Left 4 Dead 2, EA aquires Playfish (but fires 1500 people), and Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (did I mention that already?). How much stuff are we giving away for Show 100? Has the Munky finally found a new game to play?, Is ROD really mad at EA? Get the answers to all of these questions...and more, in this week's Zunecast! The guys also cover the usual stuff like "What you been playing?", Giveaways & Contests, and listener feedback.

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Show 100 Giveaway

Grand Prize

• 1-50 Cent Blood on the Sand|360
• 1-Virtua Tennis 2009|360
• 1-Prototype|360
• 1-Mass Effect|360
• 1-WWE Legends of Wrestlemania|PS3
• 1-Sonic the Hedgehog|PS3
• 1-The Conduit|Wii
• 1-Stormrise|PC/Gamers for Windows
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• 1-Mass Effect Faceplate/Skin set
• 1-Mass Effect Limited Edition Prima Art of Mass Effect/Guide 2 book set
• 1-Mass Effect Original Soundtrack CD
• 1-2GB Master Cheif Mimiobot (red)
• 1-Gears of War COG Tag
• 1-Planet 51 Hardback Story Book from TGS 2009 (rare and collectors item)
• 1-House of the Dead Overkill Graphic Novel/Comic Book
• 1-Mirror’s Edge Graphic Novel/Comic Book
• 1-Army of Two Graphic Novel/Comic Book
• 1-Mass Effect t-shirt
• 1-Sega “Gamer” t-shirt
• 1-Battlefield Bad Company t-shirt
• 1-Dragon’s Age: Origins t-shirt
• 1-Left for Dead long sleeve shirt

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• 1-WWE Legends of Wrestlemania|360
• 1-PopCap Arcade Vol.2
• 1-Prototype|PS3
• 1-Virtua Tennis 2009|Wii
• 1-Mass Effect|PC
• 1-Bejeweled Twist|PC
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• 1-House of the Dead Overkill Graphic Novel/Comic Book
• 1-Army of Two Graphic Novel/Comic Book
• 1-Sega “Gamer” t-shirt
• 1-Battlefield Bad Company t-shirt

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Innovative Board Controller Gets Kids and Families Off the Couch and Into the Game

Santa Monica, CA – November 17, 2009 – It’s time to get off the couch and into the game with Activision Publishing, Inc.’s (Nasdaq: ATVI) Tony Hawk: RIDE, the ground-breaking new entry in the popular action sports franchise.  Featuring a revolutionary skateboard controller, players of varied skill levels can physically control the action by stepping on board to perform movements and gestures that directly translate into amazing tricks in the game; from grinds, grabs and ollies to Tony Hawk’s signature tricks.

“Tony Hawk: RIDE is THE new way to play.  It gives a whole new meaning to game night by allowing the entire family to challenge one another to competitions that are as fun to watch as they are to play,” said Rob Kostich, head of marketing, licensed products, Activision Publishing, Inc. “It’s the perfect activity for the entire family this holiday season…and anytime of the year.” 

“This is the game I’ve always wanted to make,” said legendary pro skater Tony Hawk. “The skateboard peripheral opens up a whole new level of interactivity and physicality, allowing players to control the action with their whole body. I can’t wait for everyone to jump on the board and ride.”

Tony Hawk: RIDE takes the popular action sports video game franchise in an all-new direction.  The wireless skateboard controller was designed in conjunction with the game to offer a dynamic gaming experience built from the ground up.  The innovative motion sensing peripheral offers a completely new way to play games.  Without complex button combinations or analog sticks, gamers of various skill levels can literally step on the board and play.

Tony Hawk: RIDE is developed by Robomodo for the Xbox 360® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system.  Buzz Monkey developed the Wii™ system version. The game is rated E10+ by the ESRB.  For more information, fans can visit www.THRide.com, www.Facebook.com/TonyHawkRIDE and www.Twitter.com/THRIDE.

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Award Winning Play, Create, Share Experience Along with Brand New In-Game and Online Levels Provides an Endless Adventure - All While on the Go!

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) today announced the North American release of LittleBigPlanet™PSP exclusively for the PSP® (PlayStation®Portable) and PSP® (PlayStation®Portable)go system, bringing the critically acclaimed franchise onto the portable platform for the first time. Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios, Cambridge Studio in close collaboration with the award-winning Media Molecule team, LittleBigPlanet PSP boasts the same prized Play, Create, Share experience, allowing players to now bring the beloved SackBoy™ with them on the go.

Built specifically for the PSP system, this portable LittleBigPlanet™ includes over 30 original developer-created levels through seven new themed locations to explore and Play. Players will also find a huge host of materials, tools, and stickers to Create objects or even levels that suit their style. And, pivotal to the creative LittleBigPlanet community, players will be able to publish their creations online to Share with others via PlayStation®Network. Levels and objects can then be ranked so the best of the best rise to the top.

"LittleBigPlanet continues to bring its revolutionary concept to consumers of all ages, putting the powers of creation firmly in the players' hands," said Scott A. Steinberg, vice president, product marketing, SCEA. "Built specifically for the portable platform, LittleBigPlanet PSP provides a fresh experience for fans of the PS3 game and allows franchise newcomers the ability to Play, Create, and Share, no matter where you are."

LittleBigPlanet PSP is a world of endless possibilities where imagination and creativity is king. In this stylish and stitched-together 3D craft material world, there is fun to be had for all ages, tastes and player types. The LittleBigPlanet experience starts with players customizing SackBoy, the loveable main character on LittleBigPlanet. From there, players Play and learn about SackBoy's powers to interact physically with the surrounding environment while navigating through over 30 vibrant themed environments. Players make their way across these worldly levels, avoiding obstacles, solving puzzles and collecting items that can be used to make their own creations.

To Create, players use the simple "Popit" menu system, popularized in the original PlayStation®3 (PS3™) game, to access all of SackBoy's materials, stickers and tools to bring their imaginations to life. Here, players have the power to build and move around any object in the game's colorful landscape. All materials and objects have realistic physical properties and will behave accordingly. With a robust tool set at their disposal, the sky is the limit. Once the object or level is completed, players can publish and Share their creative works with the community via PlayStation Network. Of course, they can download and explore other players' creations as well.

For play on any version of the PSP system, LittleBigPlanet is available on both UMD and as a digital download via PlayStation Network. The PSPgo system is the smallest and sleekest PSP system to date and leverages PlayStation Network and digital content exclusively. UMD and PlayStation Network support guarantees that all PSP system owners can play LittleBigPlanet PSP wherever their travels take them.

LittleBigPlanet PSP is rated "E" for Everyone. For more information about the ESRB rating system, please visit www.esrp.org.

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Re-mastered Versions of God of War and God of War II on a Single Blu-ray Disc Provides an Unmatched Entertainment Experience for Fans and Newcomers

FOSTER CITY, Calif., Nov. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. (SCEA) today announced the North American release of the God of War® Collection, bringing the award-winning God of War® and God of War® II to the PlayStation®3 (PS3™) system for the first time. Just in time for the holiday season, the God of War Collection offers a substantial value to PS3 users, including both top-selling games at an attractive price of $39.99 (MSRP).

The God of War Collection features high-definition versions of both God of War and God of War II on a single Blu-ray Disc™ at full 720p resolution. Both critically acclaimed games, which were originally developed for the PlayStation®2 computer entertainment system, have been digitally re-mastered with full-screen anti-aliased graphics running at 60 frames per second, delivering the ultimate smooth gameplay experience on the PS3 system.

"We are thrilled to bring Kratos to PS3 even earlier than expected," said Scott Rohde, vice president, Worldwide Studios America. "Thanks to our partnership with Bluepoint Games, this Blu-ray compilation will allow fans and newcomers to experience the epic God of War and God of War II saga in stunning HD for the first time."

Additionally, PlayStation®Network Trophy support has been added to the franchise for the first time – for both games – and will challenge even the best of players. Developed by Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios, Santa Monica Studio, the God of War series brings epic mythological battles to life with stunning graphics and an Olympic plot that puts Kratos, the trilogy's main character, at the center of carnage and destruction as he seeks revenge against the Gods who have betrayed him.

God of War Collection has an ESRB rating of "M" for Mature. For more information about the ESRB, visit http://www.esrb.org/. For more information about the God of War franchise, visit http://www.godofwar.com/.