Great Court Cases in Video Game History
Thursday, 04/29/10

While most gamers are all too familiar with the Super Mario Bros., few remember the enigmatic Fantastic Steve Cousins. Accompanied by his cousin, Ralph, Fantastic Steve led players on a magical journey through the Sausage Fiefdom. When the Mario Bros. soared to fame a few years later, Fantastic Steve sued the plumber for stealing his act. Unfortunately, Fantastic Steve was found dead before the trial began, leading to further speculation on Mario’s involvement with La Cosa Nostra.

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Luke Attempts to Solve His Hardest Puzzle Yet: Why Professor Layton Touched Him
Thursday, Mar 18, 2010 – 0:07
Luke Attempts to Solve His Hardest Puzzle Yet: Why Professor Layton Touched Him

Recounting my story so far, I feel a large chunk of my memory is missing. Ever since Professor Layton brought me those roses, and our train went into a dark tunnel, I can’t seem to recall even the simplest of puzzles without the headaches starting again. It’s almost as if…no…wait.

GDC Imbues Cocksure Codemonkey With False Sense of Coolness
Tuesday, Mar 16, 2010 – 0:02
GDC Imbues Cocksure Codemonkey With False Sense of Coolness

Like a man after having sex or bowling a turkey, Jake struts with unearthly buoyancy. Nothing can put him down, it seems, not even gravity. Even the piercing buzz of his alarm clock this morning trickles around him like a burst of harmonic stardust.

Civilization Game Causes Political Science Major to Rethink Pacifism
Wednesday, Mar 10, 2010 – 4:09
Civilization Game Causes Political Science Major to Rethink Pacifism

What would the level-headed Chomsky have to say about this? That’s right: “You never need an argument against the use of violence, you need an argument for it.” Well, Noam I can think of one good argument: the Japs started it! How ‘bout that, YOU PUSSY?!?!

“Dear Satan, What the Fuck Is Up With You Signing on With Electronic Arts to Make Dante’s Inferno?” by Bobby Kotick, the CEO of Activision
Friday, Feb 19, 2010 – 1:14
“Dear Satan, What the Fuck Is Up With You Signing on With Electronic Arts to Make Dante’s Inferno?” by Bobby Kotick, the CEO of Activision

I know you’ve been good to me in the last year: I’m one of the finalists for Market Watch’s CEO of the Year, I’ve got soaring revenues…but EA? Seriously?

“It Seems Only The Predator Can Save Our Jobs Now,” by Lou Dobbs, Former CNN Host
Tuesday, Feb 16, 2010 – 9:03
“It Seems Only The Predator Can Save Our Jobs Now,” by Lou Dobbs, Former CNN Host

Anyone who doubts the incredible power of the Predator needs only to watch the excellent documentaries Predator and Predator II. Both films show the Predator as an experienced hunter who will stop at nothing to eliminate his prey – much as I have lead the charge to save our streets from the scourge of hard-working Mexican immigrants.

After 21 Years of Running, Man Can No Longer Avoid the Noid
Friday, Feb 12, 2010 – 0:02
After 21 Years of Running, Man Can No Longer Avoid the Noid

For 21 years, AJ Goldberg –a.k.a. Anthony O’Houllihan, Ang Yoo and Antoine Okeoke —has avoided the Noid. Until today. But first, before he can face his demon, he must diffuse two decades worth of cautionary measures, taking time to remember the good times, but mostly the bad.

Hardcasual Pastes ASCII Art Into Source Code, Profits
Wednesday, Feb 3, 2010 – 22:35
Hardcasual Pastes ASCII Art Into Source Code, Profits

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XXX|…o..0……|XXXXX
XXX|..(_____)..|XXXXX
XXX\____o___/XXXXX
XXXXX|……|XXXXXXX

Nerd Serves as Invaluable Cipher at LOST Viewing Party
Tuesday, Feb 2, 2010 – 0:03
Nerd Serves as Invaluable Cipher at LOST Viewing Party

The bar ungulates with beautiful people Allen has yet to meet and, if not for the next 16 consecutive Tuesday nights in which he’ll play their personal cipher to the final season of LOST, he never would. That’s because they’re different than Allen. Jacob’s a cook and a college drop out. Zelda blogs at a gossip site down in Soho and says she’s never heard of the game she shares a name with – even though Allen brings it up every time they meet.