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When attending the Penny Arcade Expo, the video game developer life can look pretty cushy! People get to sit around and do what they love – be it art, programming, or animation. Even the majority of PAX after-parties make the lifestyle look insanely glamorous. However, this success can become a double-edged sword for any of … Continue reading
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A reoccurring question has been raised over the past few days: “What do you think of the new ‘Dark Souls‘ game?” Every time someone throws this question at me, I feel myself wince and freeze. How much do they actually want to know? … Did they already tune me out?! It’s especially difficult to answer … Continue reading
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When it comes to video game, nothing beats the freedom of independent development! The wind in your hair, the fan’s arms wrapped around your waist as you say, “Hang on tight, baby cakes!” Okay, maybe indie development isn’t the same as riding a gnarly motorcycle with your babe holding on, but it’s still pretty extreme! … Continue reading
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You could say I live in a fantasy land, but I like to imagine that I’m a patient person. Yet, when it comes to video games, I’m completely aware that this irrational frustration brews inside me when I have to wait for a game’s release. Unfortunately, it is only amplified when a particular game is … Continue reading
An update?! How exciting! There’s so much to look forward to in the very near future, including new blog posts, Twitch streams, videos with special guests, and a new twitter account. I hope you’ll join me on this very new adventure! However, if you’re going to be my co-host, you’ll need a little information, huh? … Continue reading
Art is a very interesting thing. People innately interpret and judge art differently. Nevertheless, I’ve always felt that you can tell a lot about an artist by their work. I’ve had the extreme pleasure of enjoying the company of many diverse artists. But the question that I always get, from professional and casual artists alike, … Continue reading
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I remember the last time I walked out of a movie. It was 1992, and the movie was called “Honey I Blew Up the Kid.” It’s hard to believe that I would walk out on the magic that is Rick Moranis. But even as a kid I knew the movie was terrible. I’ve never walked … Continue reading
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Most people have a favorite day of the week. Some prefer Fridays, while others prefer Saturdays. Sunday, however, has become associated with the feeling of dread and anxiety. The beginning of the week holds feelings of distress and uneasiness in anticipation for the hated Monday. Nevertheless, Sunday is my favorite day. You may be wondering … Continue reading
Guess what? I enjoy comic conventions. Last week, comic-buffs were in full force for Seattle’s Emerald City Comic Con. Average Joe’s pulled out their finest in homemade costumes, and donned their favorite superhero colors. This year’s event brought tons of comic industry greats, television personalities, and artists. Travel Channel’s “Toy Hunter,” a show in which … Continue reading
“Metal Gear” games have always had a certain feel to them. They require stealth, ingenuity, and a large amount of patience. “Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance” cheap shots that idea and throws it into a dark alley. However, despite the game NOT having that same old “Metal Geaaaaaar” feel, it somehow works! Though production for “MGR:R” … Continue reading
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