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Talking kak about our favourite childhood games! Nostalgia one cup at a time.
The CoffeeXControllers Must-Play Series: The First-Person Shooter
What do Doom(2016), Quake 3, and Titanfall 2 all have in common? They are our must-play FPS titles in an over-saturated genre. Check these are the videos we are talking about: - DOOM Documentary: Part 1 - To Hell & Back https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PS6SBnccxMA - You're Finally Awake: Nine Developers Recount the…
The Kids Don't Remember - A CoffeeXControllers bonus
We answer some of your burning questions and dive into some things that kids just won't remember. Mxit, Space Cadet pinball, and R10 Tuesday movies will hit you all in your arthritis.
What are the best hardware DLCs?
What are some of the best peripherals in gaming? Some were just a fad, some defined gaming, but which ones won our hearts?
How Gaming has Changed: Modern vs Nostalgia
We look at how modern gaming has changed since our youth. Is gaming worse off, or are we just blinded by nostalgia?
Talking kak - Social Media edition: Top 3, Gaming Laws, and everything else
We're showing you some of the discussions that happen when we piece together your favourite content. The full debates behind our Top3's, Gaming Law, and some the weekly gaming news
How Do They Hold Up? A Retro Review Round-Up
Do your favourite childhood favourite games hold up? Yaaseen, Brad, Shad, and Sa'eed review games that made their childhood special.
The 90's Gaming Experience
How much has gaming changed? Yaaseen, Brad, Shad, and Sa'eed recount their experiences of gaming in the 90's. From the humble begins at corner shops and arcades, to home consoles and multiplayer with friends.
Show & Tell: Something for everyone
Join us for a special Show and Tell episode where each of us shares our passion for a topic close to our hearts! Brad dives into the immersive world of Control, exploring how Remedy Entertainment's unique style delivers a captivating gaming experience. Yaaseen shines a spotlight on the AWA (African…
The CoffeeXController Comic Con Cape Town 2024 Post-Mortem | Featuring Veronica Taylor, Aidan Scott & Chioma Umeala
We recount our unforgettable experience at Comic Con Cape Town, in this thrilling podcast episode! Join us as we delve into the highlights of the event, from the stunning cosplays and vibrant vendor booths to the engaging panels that kept us entertained throughout the day. But that's not all –…
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…