Entries in the Category "News"
Alt-F4 on WRUW
I thought it'd be a good time to anounce a few changes that will be happening arround Alt-F4. Some exciting things will be happening next semester, and in order to get ready, I'm going to be making some small changes to the content here.
First, I'm APing for WRUW this sememster. Provided I actually complete the training and get a show for next semester(possibly even in the summer), Alt-F4 will be expanding on to the radio. Alt-F4(name pending) will be a freeform Video Game music show. Why freeform? So I can play things that aren't video game music. In order to fulfil the video-game-music-void in Cleveland, I've contacted Overclocked Remix and with any luck, will be playing much of my music from their wonderful remix selections. In addition to this, Alt-F4 will be providing as much commercial-free video game content. Hopefuly, I'll be able to bring you more than video game music, but we'll see about that.
To get ready, I'm going to be implementing an OCRemix RSS feed. I also found this video of a video game concert. I hope you enjoy!
V for Vendetta
I was beaten to a review, but the review is good. No need to reinvent the wheel, so check it out here.
Go See It.
A very powerful film, not because of any kind of possible parallels, but because of its message. Expect a full review and commentary soon.
Resignation of President Hundert: A Freshman's Thoughts
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By now, most have heard that the President of the university has announced his plans to resign in September. This whole situation boggles my mind, and perhaps, this is the feeling the other students may (be) feel(ing). Perhaps it is my fault that I really wasn't paying attention to what was going on, but really I have to ask, what exactly was going on?
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Those crazy SWGers...
S.O.E. should make THIS game......... - Game Play Discussion - Star Wars Galaxies Official Forums
I have to admit, I've not laughed so hard in a long time. The players posted what the original SWG box said, then went ahead and modified it to the New Game Enhancments(NGE) that have destroyed the game.
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Pac Man in CHEM 111
Pac-man invades Case Western Chemistry Lecture!
Finally! I can say I was there for an internet phenomena.
Developer Interview: Nightlife:Entropy
As I promised a while ago, I finally sat down with some of my good friends at Rumbling Media, an up-and-coming game developer, to discuss their pet project, Nightlife:Entropy. This game will combine horror and supernatural elements with everyday life in a gaming experience not yet seen in today's market. It will be very exciting to see how this turns out, and you can be sure to catch all the details on Alt-F4 as they become available.
Who’s who?
Donald L. Harris is the CEO of RumblingMedia (worldwide), General Manager of the United States office and is the Project Lead for Nightlife: Entropy.
Björn Waumans is the Human Relations Manager (worldwide) and General Manager of the European office for RumblingMedia and is the Community Manager and a Systems Designer for Nightlife: Entropy.
Both Donald and Björn have my thanks for taking the time for this interview. I hope you all enjoy it.
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Possible Leak of Nintendo Revolution Specs?
While checking up on random news sites, I found a posting that might be interesting. There has been no fact checking done, and obviously no offical word, so take it with a grain of salt. I wanted to get this out quickly, so if it's found to be false when the offical word comes down from the Big N', I'll let you know.
Now On to the Specs, as origianlly posted By Ken Fisher on www.arstechnica.com
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Nintendo's New Controller
Gamespot|Nintendo Revolution Controller
It's been almost a month since I've blogged, but now that I have a bit of a routine it will be easier to blog. Since those details are unimportant, we'll move on to the juicy stuff...
By now, The revealing of the new Nintendo Revolution controller is most definitely old news, but I figure it was worth looking again. This way we can analyze and determine the possible impact of this true revolution.
The direction that Nintendo is moving with their next gen system is distinctly different from that of Sony and Microsoft. While the later are moving in a more traditional direction, the former seems to be conquering an entirely different market. The controller that has been developed for the Revolution has abandoned the traditional two-handed layout, in favor of a one-handed, gyroscopic approach. Nintendo has stated that while many people are intimidated by the controllers of the current gen systems, no one is afraid of a TV remote and therefore no one will be afraid of their controller.
While this logic is certainly correct, will gamers accept this change, or will they turn their nose to the innovation and force the Revolution, not unlike the Gamecube, into a nitch market that will lower Nintendo's standing and further color the opinions of console gamers to the Big N?
To answer this question, we must be objective. Far too many gaming news/editorials are quick to criticize Nintendo and cry impending death(though the competitors' LARGER losses unimportant) to the company, but these same groups have immediately changed their song with the revealing of the new controller. To be fair, I have been a Nintendo fan/supporter since the SNES, but I wish to stress that while I am excited, there are potential problems as well as rewards that may arrive alongside Nintendo's innovation.
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Nintendo Kennel Club Nintendogs Q&A
Transcript from NKC Chat - Handler Notes - Nintendo Kennel Club
I purchased Meteos and Nintendogs on Tuesday, I'll write up full reviews for them both after I get settled in on campus.
For now, check out the exclusive Q&A for Nintendogs, Nintendo's newest puppy simulator/game for the Nintend DS.
Goldeneye Source
GoldenEye Source : HL2 Modification
A good part of my late 1990s was spent with my N64. GoldenEye 64 was by far one of THE best games for the N64. This game is, in my opinion, the height of the console FPS world. GoldenEye is still my favorite FPS on a console, followed by yet annother hit, Perfect Dark. You can look for the sure-to-be-disappointing sequal on the X-Box 360 this winters.
Unfortunatly, GoldenEye and Perfect Dark were the end of GOOD console FPS. These games provided a deep, quality gameplay experience that has been lost in the world of Halo. And further more, Dual Analog does not equal a good gaming interface....keyboard and mouse are superior.
And with that, Goldeneye will live on...As GoldenEye Source! Check it out.
Customizeable Laptop
Coboc.com - Your Source for Do-It-Yourself Laptops, Components, and Accessories
One definate plus of PCs over laptops is the ability for customization when purchasing a new machine. This website eliminates part of this issue. Thanks to Andy for the link.
GTA:SA "Hot Coffee" Content Removed
GTA: San Andreas Patches Released - Shacknews
Does this mean t can go back to an M rating?
Main Screen Turn On
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