That's what I call schwag [Updated]
I was at a launch event this evening for Uncharted 2, here in SF. It was a no-brainer for me, since it was happening 3 blocks from my office. I had the pleasure of (very briefly) playing Uncharted... My avatar
Over the past few weeks, I've gotten a handful of questions as to WTF my avatar is; I'm just putting a concise version here to be able to refer to going forward. It's Ms. Marvel kissing MODOK... This is not meant to be glib
But there was a "Where were you during 9/11?" thread on Off-Topic that reminded me of something. These panels are from a 1985 Uncanny X-Men comic, nearly a decade before even the failed truck... My recent letter to the HotSpot
So back in the day, stuff I wrote in or sent in to Gamespot's podcast made it on the air pretty often, but it's been around two years since I've submitted anything. However, a recent podcast... My latest tattoo
I realized I had forgotten to put this image up, despite having said I would. This is my latest tattoo (#7) The image (located on my forearm) is the Star Brand , from the short-lived... The real reason I changed my avatar...
A few folks were upset when I ditched my old avatar of an AIM operative, but I'm finally ready to reveal the incident that led to it. You know you have a great bf when...
he doesn't really play games but buys a replacement xbox for your red-ringed system :) I'm sending off my old one for repair and sending it to my little brother. Thanks to those who expressed... It had to happen, sooner or later
I feel like I've joined a not-so-exclusive club; thanks for sparing no expense on the hardware, Microsoft! Vacation
So I had nearly reached my maximum 6 weeks of accumulated vacation, not having taken actual vacation time in almost 3 years. Since I was about to start losing time, I decided to take a 2 week... Undeserved wealth
So, despite the market having taken a beating, I got my first round of stock options and exercised them this week, getting the proceeds from the sale in today. It's far from the stratospheric highs... How to really annoy a customer
So a couple weeks ago, I was playing my 360 and suddenly it went off. Like just powered down, no lights or anything. I "uh-ohed", checked all connections, tried a different outlet that I knew... Why I love my PSP
I know a lot of people look disdainfully on this system, but I have to say, I think it's an amazing piece of hardware, and is the second most used piece of electronics I own after my PC. I have a... Why can't game buying always be like this?
I've seen stories (and have a few of my own) about what a horrible experience going to game retrailers like EB Games can be. Similarly, big box stores can be a huge pain if you need something in a... More on money
I may get a nosebleed; A few weeks ago I was raving about my stock options being worth a quarter of a million dollars; well, now the net value is over a half million. I will sob like a little girl... Why gamers aren't a viable lobby group
Having seen the recent Leland Yee flap and previous iterations of the same with him and other public figures, I've been thinking about why such patently sensationalist and flat out false hyperbole... My letter to Leland Yee
So, I live in the district that ESRB-hater Leland Yee represents. I wrote this letter and attempted to deliver it on his website. Apparently, I exceeded the maximum number of words allowed, so... On the sordid subject of coin
This is crass and deals with money, so apologies in advance. That said, HOLY CRAP, MY STOCK OPTIONS WENT OVER A QUARTER OF A MILLION DOLLARS IN NET VALUE TODAY. Of course, none of them at all vest... Well, that's embarrassing
While I'm tempted to delete my previous post, I'm keeping it around as a reminder to myself how silly it looks slamming the door. Running out because of a moderation I disagree with is not only... Adieu
After getting what seems to me an absolutely insane moderation, I am taking my leave of Gamespot. Best wishes to all Shameless self-promotion
Yeah, I'm spitting into the blogosphere. I created a YTMND that made me giggle based on a panel from Avengers #4, which may be seen here . Enjoy. Or don't.