GamerPops http://www.gamerpops.com The Family Play Experts Tue, 21 May 2013 02:17:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5.1 GamerPops is about good gaming and good parenting, and how to the two can fit together. Join us for news, reviews and commentary on gaming, not just for kids, but for parents and families as well. Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters greg.picken@gamerpops.com greg.picken@gamerpops.com (Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters) Copyright 2012 GamerPops The Family Play Experts video games, xbox, wii, ds, ps3, psp, family gaming, 3ds, parenting, fatherhood, dads GamerPops http://gamerpops.com/wp-content/uploads/powerpress/popscast_logo.png http://www.gamerpops.com PopsCast #59 – The PS Vita http://www.gamerpops.com/2012/02/popscast-59-the-ps-vita/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2012/02/popscast-59-the-ps-vita/#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2012 05:08:45 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=14737
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That’s right folks. After a bit of a hiatus, the PopsCast is back! This month, Greg and Jeff talk about the brand new PlayStation Vita and whether it’s right for...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2012/02/popscast-59-the-ps-vita/feed/ 0 PS Vita,PSN Updates,uncharted golden abyss The PopsCast makes its triumphant return to talk about the new PlayStation Vita. We missed you. That's right folks. After a bit of a hiatus, the PopsCast is back! This month, Greg and Jeff talk about the brand new PlayStation Vita and whether it's right for you and/or our kids. The GamerPops PopsCast. We're back, whether you're ready or not. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 53:45 PopsCast #58 – More Reviews! http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/11/popscast-58-more-reviews/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/11/popscast-58-more-reviews/#comments Tue, 08 Nov 2011 04:21:40 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13862
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It’s not quite as many as last week, but we still have a few reviews to talk about, in addition to general gaming talk. All that, plus we highlight Family...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/11/popscast-58-more-reviews/feed/ 0 camping mama,hulk hogan's main event,michael phelps push the limit,microsoft,nintendo,ps3,PSN Updates,Squinkies 2 Adventure Mall Surprize,Wii,XBox 360 We're still heavy in review season, so it's another sizable Review Roundup. Plus, we preview Family Video Game Month. It's not quite as many as last week, but we still have a few reviews to talk about, in addition to general gaming talk. All that, plus we highlight Family Video Game Month, in conjunction with other family gaming websites from around the globe. Here's a list of our reviews this week: Camping Mama: Outdoor Adventures Michael Phelps: Push The Limit Squinkies 2: Adventure Mall Surprize! Hulk Hogan's Main Event PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 41:58 PopsCast #57 – All Reviews, All the Time http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/11/popscast-57-all-reviews-all-the-time/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/11/popscast-57-all-reviews-all-the-time/#comments Thu, 03 Nov 2011 03:27:03 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13822
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This week, we’re catching up on reviews, so this Very Special PopsCast is pure Review Roundup. Here are the games we recap: Family Feud 2012 Just Dance Kids 2 Batman:...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/11/popscast-57-all-reviews-all-the-time/feed/ 0 batman arkham city,family feud,just dance kids 2,Kirby's Return to Dreamland,microsoft,nintendo,ps3,PSN Updates,ratchet & clank all 4 one,sesame street: once upon a monster,skylanders spyro's adventure,Wii A Very Special Episode of the PopsCast, featuring a mega Review Roundup. Don't you dare miss it. This week, we're catching up on reviews, so this Very Special PopsCast is pure Review Roundup. Here are the games we recap: Family Feud 2012 Just Dance Kids 2 Batman: Arkham City Kirby's Return to Dream Land Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster Ratchet & Clank: All 4 One Skylanders: Spyro's Adventure PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 44:30 PopsCast #56 – Gaming Overload http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-56-gaming-overload/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-56-gaming-overload/#comments Tue, 18 Oct 2011 16:00:43 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13688 GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. This week, the boys talk about all...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-56-gaming-overload/feed/ 0 barbie: jet set and style,magic school bus,microsoft,nintendo,powerup heroes,ps3,PSN Updates,ratchet & clank all 4 one,skylanders spyro's adventure,Wii,XBox 360 The boys are back, talking about T for Teen, a tsunami of titles, and the Review Roundup. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. This week, the boys talk about all the games coming out this week, and also discuss the seemingly wide range that the T for Teen rating encompasses. All that, plus the Review Roundup, featuring super heroes, Magic School Buses, and... Barbie? The GamerPops PopsCast. Caught in a web of intrigue and deceit. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 48:13 PopsCast #55 – Here comes the iPhone http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-55-here-comes-the-iphone/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-55-here-comes-the-iphone/#comments Tue, 11 Oct 2011 04:12:13 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13610 GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. This week, it’s Canadian Thanksgiving, but that...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-55-here-comes-the-iphone/feed/ 0 dancedancerevolution 2,forza motorsport 4,hulk hogan's main event,iPhone,just dance 3,michael phelps push the limit,microsoft,mlb bobblehead battle,red bull x-fighters,steve jobs,x-men: destiny,XBox 360 It's Forza 4 week, and the boys talk about Steve Jobs' passing and the new iPhone. Plus, the Review Roundup. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. This week, it's Canadian Thanksgiving, but that doesn't stop the boys from breaking down some of the more interesting titles of interest to gaming families, including Forza 4, Michael Phelps: Push The Limit, and Hulk Hogan's Main Event. Definitely an eclectic mix. Also, talk on the iPhone 4S, and the passing of Steve Jobs. All this, plus the Review Roundup. The GamerPops PopsCast. Where we give thanks on a daily basis. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 48:13 PopsCast #54 – A New Day http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-54-a-new-day/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-54-a-new-day/#comments Mon, 03 Oct 2011 03:54:04 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13523 GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. It’s a new day for the PopsCast....

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/10/popscast-54-a-new-day/feed/ 0 just dance 3,kirby mass attack,microsoft,nicktoons mlb,nintendo,ps3,PSN Updates,Wii,XBox 360 It's a new day for the PopsCast as the boys break down the week ahead and the weeks ahead. It's the most forward looking PopsCast ever. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. It's a new day for the PopsCast. Literally, because we're trying to put this out on Mondays now to get you ready for the week in gaming. This week, the debut of the podcast version of On Tap, where we preview what titles to expect this week. Also, iPhone speculation and looking ahead to the next few weeks of gaming. All that, plus the Review Roundup. The GamerPops PopsCast. Where every day is a Lazy Sunday. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 36:12 PopsCast #53 – It’s baaaaack http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/09/popscast-53-its-baaaaack/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/09/popscast-53-its-baaaaack/#comments Fri, 23 Sep 2011 02:59:24 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13440 GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. After a brief hiatus, the boys are...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/09/popscast-53-its-baaaaack/feed/ 0 3ds,microsoft,nhl 12,nintendo,PS Vita,ps3,PSN Updates,XBox 360 The boys are back and talk about NHL 12, handheld ranting, and the Lightning Review Roundup. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. After a brief hiatus, the boys are back and have some catching up to do. So it's time for the first ever Lightning Round version of the Review Roundup. The boys also talk about how an enterprising young lady got into NHL 12, and it's rant time on the 3DS and PS Vita after all the revelations at the Tokyo Game Show. The GamerPops PopsCast. Where we may take a little longer to recharge the batteries, but we'll last a whole lot longer. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 42:54 PopsCast #52 – Dreaming of Days Gone By http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/08/popscast-52-dreaming-of-days-gone-by/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/08/popscast-52-dreaming-of-days-gone-by/#comments Fri, 26 Aug 2011 14:12:56 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13157 GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. Summer is almost over, and the boys...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/08/popscast-52-dreaming-of-days-gone-by/feed/ 0 kinect star wars,microsoft,nba 2k12,nhl 12,nintendo,phineas and ferb: across the 2nd dimension,ps3,PSN Updates,virtual city playground,Wii,XBox 360 Late summer gaming talk on topics that somebody cares about, perhaps you. Kinect Star Wars delay, PS3 price cut, sports game legends, and the Review Roundup. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. Summer is almost over, and the boys are starting to get ready for gaming again as the Fall season approaches. On the docket this week, we've got Kinect Star Wars delayed, price cuts, legends in sport games, and more. Plus, the Review Roundup is back, featuring Phineas and Ferb and Virtual City Playground. The GamerPops PopsCast. Where our love for you is still strong, after the boys of summer have gone. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 42:12 PopsCast #51 – The Fall Preview Edition http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/08/popscast-51-the-fall-preview-edition/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/08/popscast-51-the-fall-preview-edition/#comments Thu, 11 Aug 2011 02:23:35 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=13030 With a slow trickle of news and games in the present, the boys look to the near future. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/08/popscast-51-the-fall-preview-edition/feed/ 0 3ds,kinect,microsoft,nintendo,ps3,PSN Updates,thq,Wii,XBox 360 It's the Family Gaming Fall Preview Show! Plus, THQ talk. With a slow trickle of news and games in the present, the boys look to the near future. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. This week, it's the Fall Preview, because there sure as heck isn't much to talk about right now. It's a look ahead to what we're looking forward too, plus, why might coverage of THQ games be sparse in the future on GamerPops? The GamerPops PopsCast. Where looking forward is our way of life. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 41:58 PopsCast #50 – The 3DS Price Drop http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/07/popscast-50-the-3ds-price-drop/ http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/07/popscast-50-the-3ds-price-drop/#comments Fri, 29 Jul 2011 14:30:59 +0000 Jeff Peeters http://www.gamerpops.com/?p=12973 It’s summer and the only things dropping are the prices. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the...

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]]> http://www.gamerpops.com/2011/07/popscast-50-the-3ds-price-drop/feed/ 0 3ds,kinect,kinect fun labs,kinectimals,microsoft,nintendo,PS Vita,ps3,PSN Updates,Wii,XBox 360 The one where the 3DS price drop gets scrutinized, plus some Kinect talk around Fun Labs and Kinectimals. It's summer and the only things dropping are the prices. GamerPops Managing Editor Jeff Peeters and Editor-In-Chief Greg Picken are back once again with their own unique perspective on the world of gaming. This week, the boys discuss the controversial 3DS price drop and what it means for the upcoming Great Holiday Handheld Wars. Also, Kinect Labs surprise (not necessarily good, either) and why Stephen Colbert fears the next DLC for Kinectimals. The GamerPops PopsCast. If we dropped our prices any more, we'd have to start paying people to listen. PopsCast on iTunes Greg Picken & Jeff Peeters clean 38:30