Point Of Insanity Network

We start off with a serious topic then transition to our usual commentary on current events in the video game world. Stories include: Media blames New Zealand shooting on PewDiePie Nintendo asks mobile gaming partners to cut back mircotransactions Unreleased pro wrestling NES game surfaces Super Metroid turns 25 New Doom movie coming out Opinion: Why do movies based on video games usually suck? Email us at poigamestudio@gmail.com Like the show? Please share on your social networks and consider leaving us a review on iTunes.

Remember when the 8-bit NES was king? And if you knew all the secrets and tricks you were the coolest kid on the schoolyard? Al remembers those days. Well, he doesn't ever remember being the coolest kid on the schoolyard but he does remember when knowing a cheat code or how to beat that annoying boss on level 5 could win you a few friends. In this episode Al reviews the Nintendo Player's Guide, a big black book with all sorts of useful information. NOTE: This episode was completely off the cuff and unplanned. I mention the book being a pack in with some of the Nintendo sets. I might be wrong on that. Want to contact us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com Like the show? Please consider sharing it on your social networks and leaving a positive review on iTunes.

Martial art enthusiasts love to debate what art they think comes closest to being the perfect fighting style. This week Al and Marcus chime in as we discuss our thoughts on what we think the perfect martial art should incorporate. Want to email us? Contact us at poigamestudio@gmail.com Like the show? Please consider sharing on your social media network of choice and leaving us a review on iTunes.

Al and Chad kick off season 2 of Black Mirror with Be Right Back, an episode that explores the theme of grief and artificial intelligence. Want to contact us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com Like the show? Please consider sharing it on your social media platform of choice and leaving us a positive review on iTunes.

Al and Wayne are back with more video game news. This week our faith in humanity is both broken down and built up. Nintendo CEO Reggie Fils-Aimé retires Swatter gets 20 years Elder Scroll cookbook out March 26 PA state rep proposes tax on violent video games Study shows video games can make you happy Opinion: Who asked for this??? Want to reach out to us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com Like the show? Don't forget to share on your social network of choice and consider leaving us a review on iTunes.  

This week Al and Marcus delve a into the history of mixed martial arts and talk a little about the UFC. Marcus also shares a story about how he almost got a paid MMA fight. Want to email us? Contact us at poigamestudio@gmail.com Don't forget to share on your social network of choice and consider leaving us a review on iTunes.

WARNING: This episode contains discussion of mature and sexual topics. Listener discretion is advised. Chad returns to help Al discuss the last episode of Black Mirror's first season. We discuss the episode "The Entire History of You" as well as the implications that the technology of this episode could have in real life. Editor's note: There are a couple of places where we were having some audio issues. I worked around them the best I could. Want to contact us? Send email to poigamestudio@gmail.com. Don't forget to share on your social network of choice and consider leaving us a review on iTunes.

Al and Wayne have survived another week of Wisconsin's winter in order to bring you more pointless conversation on video games. This week's topics: Super Mario Marker 2 release date Square trademarks several titles. What could this mean? UK study on violence and video games Can video games be good for your brain? Playstation and multiplayer games Opinion: Games and pricing. Want to email us? Contact us at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

This week we take a look at some of the many legendary weapons from Norse mythology. We'll also learn a little bit about the Eddas and Norse poetry. Want to reach out to us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com  

They are known by many names: kata, pinan, taolu, hyung, aka, quyen, or simply forms. Other people call them useless. But are forms really a waste of time? This is a question Al and Marcus have differing opinions on. This episode we discuss our experiences with forms and whether or not they are an important part of martial arts training or if they should be swept into the dustbin of history. Want to contact us? Email poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Al has a love/hate relationship with plug and play games. In this episode he takes a look at an unmarked, unbranded plug and play he picked up at a thrift store for a whopping 53 cents! The only thing lower than the price are his expectations. The video of this episode can be viewed on Point of Insanity Game Studio's YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/0la2C_bDtCg Want to email us? Reach out at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Another week, more news to talk about. Today's topics include: Unofficial Breath of the Wild role playing game Mortal Kombat 11 Update ZOINKS?! WIll Shaggy be Mortal Kombat DLC? More Nintendo mobile games Google's Project Steam Opinion: What we want to see in the next gen consoles CORRECTION: While talking about the Street Fighter 2 role playing game Al mentions Bison. He meant to say Balrog Want to email us? Drop us a line at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

This week we take a look at some legendary and historical weapons from Poland. We'll also learn a little about the Battle of Vienna, coronation swords, and the Polish equivalent of Robin Hood. Want to drop us a line? Contact poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Many people who grew up in the 60s, 70s, and 80s remember watching media featuring karate masters, ninjas, and kung fu monks jump kicking through the air. We were memorized by the almost supernatural abilities these martial artists seemed to possess, and no doubt watching these movies and TV shows inspired more than one child to beg his parents to sign him up for karate classes. But things changed in the 90s as mixed martial arts and Brazilian jujitsu exploded onto the scene. All of a sudden the aforementioned ninja, karate masters, and kung fu monks lost their aura of mystique. Go to any martial arts forum or look through YouTube videos and you will probably find people claiming that if you aren't studying BJJ, boxing, or Muay Thai you are wasting your time. But is this really the case? Are traditional martial arts like karate, kung fu, and tae kwon do still worthwhile in a world where the competitive fighting scene is dominated by boxers and grapplers? That is the topic Al and Marcus will tackle today.

Al and Wayne are back with more news stories and commentary! This episode we cover: No more Nintendo consoles? New Sega Nomad in the works New Arcade 1up games announced Soulja Boy again The Solider 76 controversy Opinion: Video games and LGBT characters Want to share your thoughts? Got an idea for a future topic? Email us at poigamestudio@gmail.com  

Keeping with the ongoing theme of the United Kingdom this episode we'll take a look at legendary and historical weapons from England and Scotland and how you might be able to work them into a campaign. Want to contact us? Drop us a line at poigamestudio@gmail.com

Al and Marcus discuss training equipment for the martial artist as well as training for strength and cardio. Please note that we are not experts when it comes to physical training, so if you are just starting out, haven't done any strength training in awhile, or have other health concerns please consider consulting a doctor or professional trainer before starting a fitness program. When in doubt start slow and don't over do it. Want to reach out to us? Email the Casual Martial Artists at poigamestudio@gmail.com