CoffeeXControllers
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20 Episodes
Counting Down to Comic Con Cape Town 2024 | Anticipation & Expectations
Join us as we eagerly anticipate Comic Con Cape Town 2024! We reminisce about our past experiences at the event and share why we've enjoyed previous iterations. From the electrifying atmosphere to the diverse array of local and international talent, Comic Con Cape Town never fails to impress thanks to…
Underrated Gems of 2005: King Kong, DBZ Budokai Tenkaichi, Advanced Wars | Podcast Part 2
In thecontinuation of our podcast series, we dive into the underrated gems of 2005! Join us as we explore the lesser-known titles that made a big impact, following on from our Game of the Year episode. Discover why King Kong: the video game, Dragon Ball Z Budokai Tenkaichi, and Advanced…
Game of the Year 2005: God of War, Tekken 5, Guitar Hero | Part 1 | Gaming Impact & Personal Reflections
In this special two-part podcast series, we journey back to 2005, a pivotal year in gaming history, as we crown our Game of the Year! Join us in Part 1 as we delve into the unforgettable titles that defined the gaming landscape: God of War, Tekken 5, and Guitar Hero…
GOTY 2004: Year of the Games Part 2
Widely regarded as one of the greatest years in gaming, 2004 offered some of the most beloved games that we've experienced. It was such a great year, that we decided to split it up to share more than one Game of the Year for this Year of the Games.
A CoffeeXControllers Show & Tell Special
It’s time for a mondeling. From the South African Xbox experience, to two great titles that helped define their genre and a generation, we each got to share something special.
Game of the Year 04: Year of the Games Part 1
Widely regarded as one of the greatest years in gaming, 2004 offered some of the most beloved games that we've experienced. It was such a great year, that we decided to split it up to share more than one Game of the Year for this Year of the Games.
Resident Evil: To RE or not to RE
Resident Evil is one of the most influential gaming franchises of all time. Brad and Shad share their personal decent into the original survival horror masterpieces. From its iconic enemies, B-movie plot, and masterful gameplay, we hope to infect Sa'eed with the need to get into the series.
Game of the Year '03: Max Payne 2 Underground - Streets of Pokémon Ruby
New tech is on the rise, with early social media beginning to emerge. But what were the games making an impact on the scenes? There was a rise in challengers to the established franchises, as well as all time greats.
Game of the Year '02: Time Theft Burnout
2002 brought us a year of sequels. Not the crappy ones, the ones that help build franchises. Between GTA: Vice City, Warcraft 3, Time Splitters 2, or Burnout 2, it was a year that expanded the current-gen into a thriving success.
How Grand Theft Auto stole our hearts
Grand Theft Auto is one of the most influencial games of all time. But how did this open-world crime sim manage to steal our hearts? We share the ways GTA gave gamers a freedom that they never experienced before, and showed developers just how expansive their worlds could be.
Game of the Year '01: Max Potter and the Devil May Theft Auto
With the Sixth Generation of consoles now in full swing, sequels and franchises were becoming the order of the day. Games such as Silent Hill, GTA, and Metal Gear Solid got much antipicated sequels, but new challengers, such as Devil May Cry and Max Payne, also chipped their coins in…
Jackass My Nou
Jackass was a fundamental part of our youth. We all appreciated the dumb pranks from the safety of our home. But what about it made all of us fall in love with it, and what made it so special?
Game of the Year 2000
We enter the new millenium and with that a new generation of gaming on the horizon. But, games such as The SiMS and Tony Hawks Pro Skater 2 would go beyond video games, impacting our culture as a youth.
Game of the Year 99
1999 Proved to be one of the biggest years in Pop Culture. From The Matrix to Blair Witch, gaming wasn't exempt with some of the most iconic titles first launch on our screens.
Gamefluencial: Pokémon Pt2
It's part 2 of of our Pokémon deep dive as we look at Pokémon. This time we dive into the anime and card game and how these had culturally influenced and moulded our young minds, and shaped our tastes.
2023: The Best Year in Gaming?
2023 was a massive year for gaming, but how does it stack up against the rest. Will it go down as one of the most impactful years?
Gamefluencial: Pokémon Pt1
Pokémon is one of the biggest media franchise in the world, but how did we experience it as it was happening. We share our first experiences with this global giant and how it still creeps back into our lives today.
Game of the Year 98
Today we take a trip down memory lane to the gaming year that marked the rise of the console wars – 1998. 98 would prove to be one of the most influential years in gaming, we share the titles that left impacted us.
Stunting with One Piece
We're joined by Shaun Verth, stuntman on the Netflix's wildly successful adaptation of One Piece. We dig into the passion that went into bringing this beloved series to life.
Game of the Year '97
Today we take a trip down memory lane to the gaming year that marked the rise of the console wars - 1997. In a year where the honourable mentions could easily take the honour of Game of the Year, we share titles that left a mark on our lives.