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This Week in Love & Respect+

I am here once again to collect your comments for the Love & Respect and Glinny's Cauldron segments of this week's Easy Allies Podcast. 

Love & Respect - Just leave your topic, question, or game in the comments section below. Our panelists this week will be Ben Moore and Michael Huber. Last episode before E3!

Glinny's Cauldron - Our witch friend Glinny wants to create a most vile video game and is trusting us to collect the ingredient...

Box Peek May Update

Another month has passed, and so I'm back to tell you about Box Peek progress!

Production Update

May was a pretty cool month for production variety. I started by wrapping up the shoot for Episode 7 and got the edit done not long after. Episode 7 was one of my favorite scripts and after the edit it's become a frontrunner for favorite episode.

Then, because I didn't want to bother Amanda to record pickup lines after she's had her baby (If haven't heard yet,...

On Death and Grieving - Easy Update

 https://youtu.be/581cHUoJtdk 

Hi everyone, 

This week I just talked about the deaths of my parents and the grieving process.  It's a candid talk, kind of just through some of my thoughts about it.  I don't know if it will be helpful to watch, but I hope it is.  I filmed this on Wednesday but I will have had my dad's funeral today, on the 1st.

L&R

Ian

Trailer Jones - Bloodstained, Ghost Recon, and Rage 2 - Audio

The trailer biz is a hard thing to keep track of. So many beauties have come out since we shot this episode last week. Of course if feels weird not to discuss Death Stranding or Pokemon Sleep, but I also want to remember to bring up Rambo and other hot summer movie trailers when we do our E3 wrap up in the middle of June. Thanks for your patience, trailer-lovers!

- Brandon

Trailer Jones - Bloodstained, Ghost Recon, and Rage 2

The trailer biz is a hard thing to keep track of. So many beauties have come out since we shot this episode last week. Of course if feels weird not to discuss Death Stranding or Pokemon Sleep, but I also want to remember to bring up Rambo and other hot summer movie trailers when we do our E3 wrap up in the middle of June. Thanks for your patience, trailer-lovers!

Episode Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

Top 10 Anticipated Games of E3 2019

We're just days away from the start of the big show, so what games are we most excited to see? Some have new features to show off, some are due for elaborate updates, and some of these we don't even know what to call yet. We scanned through the likely candidates and are here to report our personal ten most anticipated games we're going to seek out at E3 2019.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k0hEF9_3IpQ &...

Update: This Week's Episode of Friend Code

So what happened with this week's Friend Code is that we didn't get the audio recording portion like usual. However, after dumping the cam footage, there is really, really...bad audio (I have to boost it by like 25db just to make it audible). This means it is technically possible to post this week's episode and you can still hear the conversations, but the audio quality will not be at the quality you're used to.

Here is a sample of what it will sound like: 2019-05-31 00:47:49 +0000 UTC View Post

No Friend Code This Week, Episode Next Week & E3 Week

Hey everyone, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but there was an issue that caused us to lose the recent recording of Friend Code. At this point it's not possible to re-do the episode with new panelists as making that happen with this week's schedule is not going to work out. So there will not be a pre-E3 episode as originally announced.

Instead, next week we will do a Friend Code on Wednesday after the Pokemon Direct that will go up for everyone ASAP.  Right now that panel will...

Community Showcase - June 2019

E3 is almost here! Some would argue it's already arrived. Next Thursday, two days before our coverage kicks off, I'm going to sit down with Ben Moore on the streaming room couch and look forward at the crazy month of June, while discussing everything you have all been up to in the month of May. With all the leaks and speculation, what still has you hyped leading up to the big gaming event? What announcements or updates in the past few weeks have changed your mind about upcoming projects? And ...

Achieve It Yourself - Episode 2

Last week's response to Achieve It Yourself was surprisingly encouraging, so thanks for all the comments and support you've given us. Earlier this week Brad and I were talking about Ep 1, and he said "We never post anything that has this percentage of people who are happy" and honestly yeah that's pretty rare. We unfortunately can't reliably replicate the suspense of Bloodworth hover jumping inches above failure on his final run, so I'm curious what you think about this episode as well.
2019-05-30 18:01:00 +0000 UTC View Post

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - Campaign Preview

Infinity Ward's new take on Modern Warfare is definitely going to turn heads. Here's our report after playing two missions and experiencing a ton of tiny updates to the audio and visuals at Infinity Ward. 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NhAfWdIbXy8

June Releases - Huber Syndrome

Huber breaks down the upcoming releases of June.

Easy Allies Podcast #164 - Audio

Ubisoft makes its half of the E3 Preview a little easier with a couple of leaks, and then we get to discuss our gargantuan expectations for Xbox’s press conference.

00:03:32 - Corrections
00:05:18 - Roller Champions Leaked
00:09:58 - Ubisoft E3 Preview
00:30:00 - Podcast Halftime
00:34:06 - Xbox E3 Preview
01:13:45 - L&R - Game: Which E3 Year?
01:17:31 - L&R - Release Dates for Sony Exclusives?
01:19:59 - Time for Bets
01:23:26 - Closing
01:26:45 - P...

Easy Allies Podcast #164 - Video

YouTube Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VjWQtuXDSHs&feature=youtu.be
Soundcloud Link: https://soundcloud.com/easyallies/easy-allies-podcast-164-52919/s-0gM9y

Ubisoft makes its half of the E3 Preview a little easier with a couple of leaks, and then we get to di...

Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers - Preview

Damiani recently got a chance to go hands on with an early build of the upcoming Final Fantasy XIV expansion Shadowbringers during a recent media tour hosted by Square Enix. Here are two videos, detailing his time so far.

Comprehensive Preview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nl6gRRlZuK4

White Mage Impressions: https://...

Survey to Help with Next Betting Special

Hi Patrons--
  Today I'd like your help with something for the next betting special. Below you'll find a survey with 20 questions that are all basically bets. I can't promise that these questions will be used directly in the betting special, only that the survey will definitely be helpful in what we're making this year.
  As for betting special plans, we'll shoot next Tuesday when Huber is back and get the show posted in a matter of days. Normally we like to record...

Cup of Jones - May 27, 2019 - Audio

Look at that, another relatively short episode. Is this a trend? We have our meeting to plan the month of June immediately after this, so it's fortunate that there's not too much ground to cover. More people are inquiring about E3 specifics as we get closer to the show, and we've finally locked down the dates for this summer's Easy Livin'.

00:14:09 - Business Questions
00:45:36 - Personal Questions

- Brandon

DISCLAIMER: I take questions for each Cup of Jones episode fr...

It's EZ to Like Anime - OPM S2 Ep 8 Q&A Submission

On this week's episode of It's EZ to Like Anime, Kyle Bosman will be filling in for Huber and joining Damiani and Ben to discuss the most recent episode of One Punch Man Season 2. Please submit your questions for the panel below.

L&R,

- Damiani

Blood & Truth - Review

Blood & Truth re-creates the drama and chaos of your favorite British action films. The story fits the bill, and some of the campaign's highlights are genuine spectacles, but there's not much else going on.  

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wy4Xs-40ed0

Video Written and Edited by Brandon Jones
Reviewed on PlayStation 4 Pro
Available on PlayStation 4

Cup of Jones - May 27, 2019

Look at that, another relatively short episode. Is this a trend? We have our meeting to plan the month of June immediately after this, so it's fortunate that there's not too much ground to cover. More people are inquiring about E3 specifics as we get closer to the show, and we've finally locked down the dates for this summer's Easy Livin'.

YouTube Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MuYvCeIui9o ...

Friend Code E3 2019 Preview - Q&A Submission

On this week's episode, the panel will be diving into what we expect from Nintendo in two weeks at E3 2019. We will go over the expect appearances in their video presentation, what we think will be playable on the show floor, and what surprise announcements they may have in store. So submit your questions for consideration below!

L&R,

- Damiani

This Week in Love & Respect+

I am here once again to collect your comments for the Love & Respect and Glinny's Cauldron segments of this week's Easy Allies Podcast. 

Love & Respect - Just leave your topic, question, or game in the comments section below. Our panelists this week will be Daniel Bloodworth and Michael Damiani.

Glinny's Cauldron - Our witch friend Glinny wants to create a most vile video game and is trusting us to collect the ingredients. Glinny's re...

"Dark Souls is trash" says Easy Allies - Easy Update

https://youtu.be/mBwF2cWvnVY

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Frame Trap - Episode 82 Audio Only

SoundCloud link - https://soundcloud.com/frame_trap/frame-trap-episode-82-empty-rage/s-CpIqq

Ben, Brandon, and Damiani express the highs and lows of Rage 2 while also spending time discussing A Plague Tale: Innocence, Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers, Detective Pikachu, Dreams, and Super Castlevania IV.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Terminator: Dark Fate discussion

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Frame Trap - Episode 82 "Empty Rage"

YouTube link - https://youtu.be/ggUA2viH_fM

Ben, Brandon, and Damiani express the highs and lows of Rage 2 while also spending time discussing A Plague Tale: Innocence, Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers, Detective Pikachu, Dreams, and Super Castlevania IV.

TIMESTAMPS

00:00 - Terminator: Dark Fate discussion

10:40 - Rage 2

31:03 - Final Fantasy XIV: Shadowbringers

46:39 - A Plague Tale: Inn...

Q&A May 2019

Here we go!

YouTube Link:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HqyO1KSA5tg 

Early 2019 Ally Favorites - Huber Syndrome

Huber and some of the Allies share their favorite games so far.
https://youtu.be/KeYqBEcIOnA

Achieve It Yourself - Episode 1!

Here's the debut of our newest Easy Allies miniseries--Achieve It Yourself!

I want to thank everyone who submitted an achievement to the show. It was an actual fun time to read through all your submissions.

As this is our third Patreon exclusive miniseries, we're trying something a little different this time--making the first episode public as a sort of advertisement for the Easy Allies Patreon. I'm not sure if that's generous or cruel, so I'm curious how the reaction goes.
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It's EZ to Like Anime Ep 7 Q&A Submission

This week's episode is coming a bit later in the week, but we will finally be covering the newest episode of One Punch Man Season 2 tonight. Huber is out of town for the next two episodes, so we will have a guest on the third chair tonight and next week. Brad will be joining Ben and me tonight, so we're excited to hear his thoughts! Submit your questions about the newest episode or anything related to the anime.

L&R,

- Damiani

Pre-E3 2019 Indie Preview

In the middle of all our busy pre-E3 events, we got to spend an enchanting evening with some of the most original independent creators releasing stuff in 2019. Bloodworth, who checked out a few of these at GDC already, gets caught up with Brandon on six imminent games that are definitely worth watching.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44xvEKll5ws  

00:00:49 - Creature in the Well
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