iGame Radio

 

What’s inside this episode:

• Host Omaha Sternberg talks about the week’s news in Mac and iOS gaming. The big news is about the FTC and DOJ review of Apple business practices. The FTC is looking at Apple’s in-app purchasing methods…are they safe for the consumer. Both the FTC and DOJ are looking at Apple’s subscription service for publishers…is it an antitrust violation?
• NetDevil, which develops the LEGO Universe MMOG just experience 20 layoffs, nearly half their workforce. Last week, they were looking to hire for 13 positions. Should we be worried about LEGO Universe?
• Our long dark wait is over…the announcement for the iPad 2 is nigh at hand. Why should we gamers care, though?
• The psychology of horror is fascinating stuff. People can really enjoy it, as long as they know it’s fake. But can that be applied to violence, too?
• Omaha talks about the iGame Radio poll and games she’s played.

Music Notes:

• Digital Droo produced our theme music here at iGame Radio.
• Pedro Camacho featured some of his game demo music.
• Rob Howard featured music from The Broken Hourglass, in development by Planewalker Games.