Feb
28
2009
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Apocrypha and the Science of EQ – The MMO Report


As always, Casey rants, raves, and spits while he talks.  And that's why we love him. :)
Written by Jeff in: Video Games |
Feb
28
2009
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Darkfall Online – The Launch


Darkfall Online launched this past week, and it wasn't pretty.  DO is a pretty unusual MMO (heck, it was in development for 10 years), and the launch was equally unusual. Our esteemed colleagues over at Keen and Graev have some launch ...
Written by Jeff in: MMOs |
Feb
28
2009
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Blizzard – More Profitable Than Zimbabwe (And a Lot of Other Countries)


The Activision annual financial report is out, and some rather curious numbers appear regarding the profitability of Activision overall.  Of course, these figures include Activision's most profitable sub-branch, Blizzard Entertainment. So what do the numbers say?  Two interesting things.  First, Activision ...
Written by Jeff in: Video Games |
Feb
27
2009
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New Art for Diablo 3


There are some new Diablo 3 screen shots and concept art over at Warcry. They offer yet another new glimpse at the world we'd kill to play in. The concept art for the monster, Unburied, is awesome and is what ...
Written by Acea in: MMOs |
Feb
27
2009
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Cosplay Rally Dies Early


Earlier this month we talked about the upcoming rally being held to protest the Australian game rating system and how it works. This rally was no ordinary rally, as the participants were going to dress up in cosplay to... Increase ...
Written by Acea in: Video Games |
Feb
27
2009
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City of Heroes: Touch My Awesome Button


Touch it.  Yeah, just touch it.
Written by Jeff in: Video Games |
Feb
27
2009
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Are Violent Video Games Adequately Preparing Our Kids for the Apocalypse?


The debate rages ever onward: will our kids be able to survive the post-apocalyptic, zombie infested, cyborg dominated scorched earth of the future?  If not, it's because contemporary games have failed to teach them the skills they'll need. Are Violent Video ...
Written by Stinkerbelle in: WTF |
Feb
27
2009
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A Bit Unconventional…


There's a bit of unorthodox news out there this morning that had us scratching our heads. Of course, without any hesitation, we brought these unconventional tales to you immediately. According to Sweden's Youth Care Council, World of Warcraft is "the cocaine ...
Written by Jeff in: Books & Comics, WTF |
Feb
27
2009
0

Game Developer’s Conference, 1979


Oh, those wacky developers back in the glory days of game production!  :)
Written by Stinkerbelle in: WTF |
Feb
26
2009
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DC Universe Online – A First Look at Doomsday [Video]


DC Universe Online devs have been demoing DCUO at various conventions around the country for about 9 months now. During each demo, they showcase a bit more of the same level/mission/whatever. The story is that Doomsday, that big ...
Written by Stinkerbelle in: Books & Comics |
Feb
26
2009
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Like Streetfighter. Except with Bugs. And It’s Completely Real.


WTF, Japan?  No, seriously, WTF?
Written by Stinkerbelle in: WTF |
Feb
26
2009
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Starcraft – Two New Wallpapers


Blizzard, without much fanfare at all, released two new Starcraft II wallpapers yesterday.  One is a Zeratul vs. Kerrigan fight scene, while the second is good ol' Jim Raynor on a blighted landscape. They're both outstanding. Hit the pics for a ...
Written by Stinkerbelle in: Geek Stuff |
Feb
26
2009
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The BBC Does EVE


A curious sidenote in the ever growing world of MMOs: it seems the mainstream media is now noticing online games that, for once, aren't called 'World of Warcraft'.  The BBC's got an article up telling the story of the recent ...
Written by Jeff in: Geek Stuff |
Feb
25
2009
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The Curious Case of Benjamin Batman


When two Oscar-worthy films are mashed together, epic goodness can be the only result. (Plus, it has Heath Ledger demonstrating a freakish, if brief, dance move.)  :) [Source]
Written by Stinkerbelle in: WTF |
Feb
25
2009
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WoW Guild Leader Snatches Oscar


Everyone knows that Heath won for the Joker and stole a major victory for himself and nerds the other night. But another less known man also won for nerds that night. Steve Preeg, a Hollywood visual effects artist, punched in ...
Written by Acea in: Video Games |
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