Vic's Basement

Vic has got a new iPhone Plus to whip out and show off. The entertainment-‘valanche has begun and Vic and Marissa are getting ready for all the movies and games that are coming out; from the Maze Runner to the Skeleton Twins and more. Then we discuss Microsoft’s acquisition of Mojang and Minecraft and Vic … Continue reading "Episode 116, iPhone Plus, a Japanese N64, and Minecraft Mayhem"

A quarter-scale Batman Toy is shown right away for an early Toy Break! The compelling Captain America movie (now on Blu-ray) really gets Vic going about how well it’s produced and the characters strengths. We talk about the Apple watch and its impact. Vic and Marissa go on to talk about sports games updates, Destiny, … Continue reading "Episode 115, NHL15, Destiny, Apple Watch, and Captain America"

Vic asks what semi-obscure games do you always tell your friends about in the hope that more people will play? We also ask what games people are excited for? Destiny? Drive Club? What else? Vic checks out P.T. and freaks Marissa out. There are lots of viewer questions answered and great conversations. Check it out!

Today on the Basement the whole gang is together at Fan Expo Canada in Toronto! Check in as we chat about everything from what you can expect at the show, to what we’ve been playing, to the Canadian Videogame Awards, and much more!

Vic and Marissa talk about Mission Blue, The Killing Season 4, the F Word, and BroForce. We have special guest, Jose Fubar Sanchez, in our chatroom joining in on the conversation. Marissa shares a musical toy and Vic discusses what alternate-universe Vic would be like. Coming soon is an influx of games, Fan Expo Canada, … Continue reading "Episode 112, Mission Blue, Quality Movies, Games, and Life as a Host"

Today on Vic’s Basement we will share a few memories of the late, great Robin Williams, before moving on to our thoughts on The Expendables 3, and much more!

We’ve got a slick set of Indie Game Developer Gurus joining Vic and guest host Brian Provinciano today. Rami Ismail and Dan Adelman are speakers for the Full Indie Summit that’s in Vancouver, BC this weekend. They bring experience, knowledge, and passion to the table as they talk about the full time, independent game developer … Continue reading "Episode 110, What Are Indie Devs Missing Out On?"

Vic and Scott rant about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and its weak performance. The best part of the movie: the popcorn was excellent. They go on to talk about Guardians of the Galaxy and how awesome it is! Honest critique is given about the lack of Villain development. Comment your favourite villains below.

SPOILERS ELEMENTS: Some vague Guardians of the Galaxy spoilers are made. Not so much plotline. More about how actors portray their characters. Scott is talking to Vic about Guardians of the Galaxy. How excellent the movie is and Scott gives us a James Gunn story. Everything else is just Guardians of the Galaxy, Guardians of … Continue reading "Episode 108, BONUS! Scott’s Back! With Guardians of the Galaxy!"

Vic and Marissa head to Comic-Con and join Jose Sanchez and Shaun Hatton to chat about what’s happening behind the scenes and how they spent their time at San Diego Comic-Con 2014. Shaun talks about stretching a per diem by eating bad food so you can buy toys and Marissa and Vic talk about their … Continue reading "Episode 107, Comic-Con, Toys Per Diem, and Interviewing Batman"

On our minds this week: – The Purge: Anarchy – Wish I Was Here – Videogames The Movie – Divinity: Original Sin – Mario Kart sales and Wii U turn around? – Microsoft lay offs and Xbox entertainment studios closure – PS2 Top 10 feature – Toy Break – Your questions answered!

Vic and Marissa talk about the recent Indie Game Explosion, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, their plans for Comic-Con and more! Look at all these games that are exploding onto the scene and other things we’re talking about: Shovel Knight Transistor Mercenary Kings 1001 Spikes Broken Age Banner Saga The Wolf Among Us … Continue reading "Episode 105, Indie Games Explode into the Basement"

Vic and Marissa talk about the Transformers Movie and how terrible it is. They continue on talking about the Transformers videogame. For today’s toy break we have viewer submitted artwork to show from Luc Bayou. The Google I/O conference has some easy VR technology and other upcoming technology. Vic talks about his thoughts on the … Continue reading "Episode 103, Vic’s Basement Gets Down and Dirty With Dinobots!"

Scott calls in on the show today! Scott talks about his medical operation for his heart and new eight foot long penis. He’s missing the complaining, but is now a cyborg which is really cool. He answers some of your questions and talks about his thoughts about E3.

Today we have special guest, Tommy Tallarico, in this on-the-road Vic’s Basement special. That’s right the classic EP Host and fan favourite is here. He’s ribbin’ Vic on everything from the adventures they’ve had, to how things have changed, and how to dec out your car to feel like a vehicle from Star Wars. With … Continue reading "Episode 101, On the Road with E3 and Tommy"

Vic makes a shout out to America and how it’s helped the Electric Playground over the years. Vic shows off some Mickey Mouse eared-Indiana Jones figurines from Disneyland. Marissa and Roberto talk about Kill Zone, Begin Again, advertising in games, and much more!

Vic and Marissa talk about E3 and answer your questions including price changes in Canada, the next steps for Spiderman in the movies, what would their super power be?, and more!

This week Vic and Marissa are talking about lots of great games, movies and toys! Watch Dogs and Mario Kart 8 kick off the show before they talk about wanting more out of games and movies including Maleficent and A Million Ways to Die in the West. Toy Break has some adorable LEGO Simpsons toys … Continue reading "Episode 99, Watch Dogs, Mario Kart 8, Million Ways, and Maleficent"

Marissa is surprised about how many big companies are getting into the free to play space. Vic and Marissa answer questions about Marissa’s temper and E3. They talk about X-Men, Godzilla, Mario Kart, and so much more!

Victor Lucas, Ben Silverman, and Steve Tilley are in the Basement while on the road and are talking about Pre-E3 Impressions. Microsoft’s Xbox One Strategy is brought up: everything from Kinect to their tone and presentation, and how they’ve succeeded before. We overview the different companies’ strategies and the sense of self-celebration permeating the industry. … Continue reading "Episode 97, Pre-E3 Impressions, Xbox One Strategies, Games We Want"