Cover Art Comparison - Final Fantasy Tactics Advance 2

Here is the North American cover for the game. The art is traditional and pretty great, but I have to be honest, it doesn't quite fit the tone of the game. This looks more like a good cover for Final Fantasy 12, and although this game has judges and is set in the same world, FFTA2 is much much lighter in tone. I mean while Final Fantasy Tactics for the PS1 started with kidnapping, murder, and betrayal, Final Fantasy Tactics Advance started with a snowball fight. Some people might be upset if they see this cover and are expecting a serious story.



This is the Japanese and European cover for the game. I really think this is one of the best covers for a Final Fantasy game in awhile, especially on handhelds. It fits the tone a bit better, and and still manages to show off the great character artwork the series has always had. I also like the white background, a staple for old Squaresoft cover art.



Brad

Brad's Laundry List - "This is for Karsolanomanov!" Edition

(Funny, but GTA4 story spoilers)

It's been while. My last list was pretty epic, and while this list isn't nearly as great, I'm still making progress here and there.

(Percentage towards credits, no full completion)

Yakuza - 65%
Killer 7 - 30%
Beyond Good and Evil - 70%
The Darkness - 10%?
Prey - 20%?
Grand Theft Auto 4 - 95%
Metal Gear Solid Portable Ops - 10%
Assassin's Creed - 8%?
Metal Gear Solid (Big Boss Hard Mode) - 20%
Everyday Shooter - 40%
N+ - 70%?
Pac Man Championship Edition - 150,000+
Etrian Odyssey 2 - 1%
The World Ends With You - 15%
Soul Bubbles - 10%

Ninja Gaiden 2 - 100%
Metal Gear Solid 4 - 100%
Beautiful Katamari - 100%
Phoenix Wright 1 - 100%


Brad

4player Podcast in Spore??

4playerpodcast viewer and forum member, "davethezombie," made the awesome 4pp monster you see above. Until I saw this I really had no idea how open the customization of monsters in spore was. This peeked my interest some and I am now re-interested in Spore now.

Here is a trailer for the monster creation:


(High quality, give video time to load up)


Brad

Summer DS Preview - Part 1

There are quite a few great DS games coming out this summer. Some are huge, some are niche, some are under the radar. The bottom line is there will be a ton of new games for the handheld this summer. And I'm excited about quite a few.

Here are a few of the games that have come out, or are coming out in June:


(June 24)



(June 17)



(June 17)



(Out Now)




These below look awesome and are coming out or came out over seas in June:

Soul Bubbles (Europe) - Trailer
Daigasso! Band Brothers DX (Japan) - Trailer



Get some new screen protectors,

Brad

Sleepy Monday

I came across some random videos while messing around on youtube.


Snoring Duck


Snoring Bunny

Yep, my Monday was eventful.
David

Welcome Back Nick!!!

On tonights show, illustrious Nicholas Scott Henderson will make his return to the 4Player Podcast. To celebrate his return from the magical land of China, we've taken one of those photos that was taken from the conference he was attending and added music. See if you can actually find him in the crowd of thousands of Chinese people! Full Screen helps. And also, don't forgot to tune in tonight for the show.

David

New Project Origin (FEAR 2) Video Preview

So here is a bunch of new footage and information on the "official" sequel to F.E.A.R. for PC, 360, and PS3. I enjoyed the first game quite a bit for the intelligent and adaptive AI and the kinetic gun-play, and this game seems to be delivering it in spades. But also noteworthy is the huge graphical upgrades both artistically and technically; as well as the seemingly improved story and setting.

(Give the video time to load, it is high quality)

My only worries as of now are:

1) Introduction of new "monstrous" enemies might ruin the great AI driven enemy combat. This has happened before with this series. And...

2) I have never played a Monolith game that didn't fall apart at the end. Both in terms of story and game-play.


But, as of now, this game is a 'day 1' purchase for me.


Brad

New Section: WebComic

Finally, after a few months of idea bouncing, we're proud to announce our first attempt into the world of webcomics. My friend, Mike Azzato, who made the Bearrel Roll Shirt Logo and helped produce the Season One Opening, can now be officially introduced as part of the 4playerPodcast "staff." On top of being a very talented artist, he's a funny, sociable guy and has contributed greatly to many of our projects. I am glad to finally be able to have the chance to push his name out there into the credits. We're all excited to be able to present you with what we wish to make into a great comic. So in honor of the release of MGS4 and to all those without a PS3, here is the first entry titled....

Bulgogi & Meatball - Toasted

Thanks to Sandra, Mike, and Brad for helping make this possible.
David

Metal Gear Solid Retrospective - Part 6

This is the one that tries to make sense of everything. Check it out.




Brad

4PPWOWFTW!!!!

It has begun.
On server Nathrezim on the alliance side, a new beginning... has begun.
That of the "Heroes of the Four"
Come and fight with me!
Information can be found Here
Join me, us, for the quest!!!