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[pelican]

I'd rather they Quick Look Throwback that folder of old PC games they got instead of iOS games *stomp*

I'm the same. Maybe I am in the minority but I have zero interest in viewing throwaway iOS games on a website. Stand out releases sure, but word games, and tower defense games? Nah.

I have nothing against mobile games in general but apparent fawning over the platform via iOS name dropping is becoming slightly tiresome. But again it might just be me who is feeling this;p

 

[No_Style]

I enjoyed that Kingdom Rush QL. I miss Tested.com's coverage of iOS games, so it's nice to see GB highlight some awesome ones.

 

[pelican]

Seems the Patrick Hate train is still going at full speed.

Jeff's comment on the SWERY interview video

Must be frustrating for the guys. I don't get it.

You can question someone or something about the site without being personal. I just had a look at some of the comments on the GB Swerty article and it is ridiculous. The guys must have thick skin.

 

[paul187]

Episode 68. Featured in this "Best of" video.

Thanks. Looks like I'll be coming up on this episode tonight or tomorrow.

The Patrick hate is ridiculous. The guy puts up great content and seems like the most open minded dude on the staff. Even if he's quick to dismiss games. I really like his articles. Alex's doing a great job with the articles he's put out so far too. Hope he continues to write more.

I didn't know Vinny smoked. Out of all the guys I could see Jeff smoking, or Brad because of that voice, but that doesn't really gel with his personality. I kinda expected Vinny to smoke weed though, he references it all the time. Especially in the Persona Endurance Run.

 

[LiK]

Must be frustrating for the guys. I don't get it.

You can question someone or something about the site without being personal. I just had a look at some of the comments on the GB Swerty article and it is ridiculous. The guys must have thick skin.

which is why we just balance the darkness with the light.

 

[Mesoian]

which is why we just balance the darkness with the light.

Are you saying we need to be the ones to fill Giant Bomb's dark soul with Li(iiiiiiiiiii)ght?

 

[KingKong]

I'd rather they Quick Look Throwback that folder of old PC games they got instead of iOS games *stomp*

at least have Jeff or Vinny do more QLs but yes, I'd prefer them playing a random Steam game over old iOS releases, but January is just kind of a dead month, in February you've got:

Dead Space 3
Aliens
Omerta
MGS: Revengeance
Crysis 3

 

[ZanzibarBreeze]

New This Year best-of: in the first Bombcast of 2013, Jeff mentioned watching some of British comedian Chris Morris' Jam, which was based on Morris' original radio show Blue Jam. I love Blue Jam, and I thought it would be something special to dig up for our fiftieth episode.

It's dark, bleak, sometimes amazingly funny, often terrifying and even offensive. I've never heard anything else like it. The best-of is just over three hours long (more info here); I hope you guys enjoy it.

 

[Mr. Enigma]

Holy shit at those comments on the Swery video.

 

[eznark]

Why would people freak out that Vinny smokes?

 

[ultron87]

Why would people freak out that Vinny smokes?

Smokers are jokers!

 

[DinnerRevealer]

The new site should have an account option for block/view comments.

 

[derFeef]

Why would people freak out that Vinny smokes?

I think I said once it does not fit Vinnys character - because smoking is ... not very good for you?

 

[Zaph]

Seems the Patrick Hate train is still going at full speed.

Jeff's comment on the SWERY interview video

Congratulations to the people complaining about the only guy on staff who spoke up and said "yeah, sure, let's interview Swery while he's in town." You're all Grade A truth-tellers who totally get us as people, man.

Wait, does he mean only Patrick knew Swery would be in town and organised an appointment, or only Patrick thought it would be a good idea to interview him?

Because if the other guys didn't think it'd be worth doing another interview with fucking Swery, they're crazy.

 

[No_Style]

That Swery interview was fine. Not sure what some of those GB comments were talking about concerning comprehension. Maybe my asian ears helped me filter out the heavy accent...?

Thought we knew Vinny smoked from a long time ago. Also thought that Ryan smokes.

We did. I just brought it up as a moment when people criticized Mr. Caravella because for some reason people believed he was immune to criticism.

 

[hamchan]

Thought we knew Vinny smoked from a long time ago. Also thought that Ryan smokes.

 

[firehawk12]

The new site should have an account option for block/view comments.

I pay for the RSS, so I avoid comments altogether. lol

 

[panda21]

Holy shit at those comments on the Swery video.

what are they even annoyed about? i watched it and Patrick just asked some questions and that was it. He didn't say anything more or less insightful than Ryan.

 

[Zaph]

what are they even annoyed about? i watched it and Patrick just asked some questions and that was it. He didn't say anything more or less insightful than Ryan.

They're annoyed Patrick exists. The GB mods need to adopt GAF's stance on whining.

 

[pelican]

Why would people freak out that Vinny smokes?

It shouldn't freak anyone out. Doesn't bother me.

His personal life outside the site is private. Why don't people get that?

 

[noobasuar]

yup i remember when Rorie I think said that Vinny and Ryan we're out having a quick smoke during some live content. The whole chat freaked out.

I personally think Vinny is cooler knowing that he smokes. lol

Hell, Vinny could be a meth addict and I'd still love him.

 

[pelican]

Only kids who put the guys on pedestal would be shocked that he smokes.

 

[slightconfuse]

AntiChamber is crazy

 

[ShockingAlberto]

It's the downside of having a cult of personality, I guess. People think they own you.

 

[Typographenia]

I should have known not to look. Dang it, I enjoyed the video just fine without ever reading the comments. Why did I look?

 

[derFeef]

I should have known not to look. Dang it, I enjoyed the video just fine without ever reading the comments. Why did I look?

I looked and I guess I missed the gruesome posts. "Patrick isn't a member of the staff" is pretty harsh though.

 

[panda21]

They're annoyed Patrick exists. The GB mods need to adopt GAF's stance on whining.

they should rename the site to Patrick's giantbomb.com and have a picture of him in the header.

 

[Rapstah]

kids who put the guys on pedestal

 

[LiK]

Tricky's VLR Spoilercast [Premium]

 

[slightconfuse]

Tricky's VLR Spoilercast [Premium]

oh yes

 

[eznark]

I think I said once it does not fit Vinnys character - because smoking is ... not very good for you?

Oh lord, the same people who were giving healthy eating tips I imagine.

Creepy thread returns?!

 

[Typographenia]

I looked and I guess I missed the gruesome posts. "Patrick isn't a member of the staff" is pretty harsh though.

It's not so much "gruesome" as it is just the rampant ignorant and ridiculous junk some people feel necessary to inject anywhere new content arises.



One day, I'll watch that spoilercast. One day.
Just let me borrow a vita, somebody!

 

[dan2026]

Tricky's VLR Spoilercast [Premium]

Damn your Phi avatar!

Spoiler

So sexy

 

[Zeouterlimits]

The SWERY interview was disappointing for me because it was so short and subject limited. Bit of a non event unfortunately

 

[Typographenia]

The SWERY interview was disappointing for me because it was so short and subject limited. Bit of a non event unfortunately

He was rounding out his "tour" and had a plane to catch soon. I would have loved a much longer video too, but the man has things to do. : P

 

[FluxWaveZ]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

 

[Dark Schala]

Hm. Looks like I need to watch the Swery interview next. And not look at the comments. :/

Tricky's VLR Spoilercast [Premium]

Hooray! Looking forward to listening to this in a sec.

I'm glad he at least took note of people's suggestions and tried it out.

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

That's some goooood interviewin'. It's just missing all the "hai"s.

 

[SmithnCo]

The comments are so annoying now. Just constant arguing about Patrick.

 

[Typographenia]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

This is now one of my favorite videos ever, hahahahahaha

edit:
Am I the only one that can't help but think of River Cuomo when I first see SWERY?

 

[War Peaceman]

New This Year best-of: in the first Bombcast of 2013, Jeff mentioned watching some of British comedian Chris Morris' Jam, which was based on Morris' original radio show Blue Jam. I love Blue Jam, and I thought it would be something special to dig up for our fiftieth episode.

It's dark, bleak, sometimes amazingly funny, often terrifying and even offensive. I've never heard anything else like it. The best-of is just over three hours long (more info here); I hope you guys enjoy it.

Yes it is damn incredible! Please, please give it a listen. Forget about who smokes and who jokes. Listen!

 

[Dizzy-4U]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

Haha, wat?

I love Giant Bomb.

 

[Zeouterlimits]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

Oh man, that's much more of what I wanted, excellent.

 

[Dizzy-4U]

That Swery face at 00:27 is incredible.

 

[Alfredo]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

The return of the Video Thing bumper!

 

[sixghost]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

That just about sums up why I love Deadly Premonition.

 

[Jintor]

Haven't watched the interview yet, but it seems they've posted a Director's Cut of it.

The is fucking amazing

 

[Antiwhippy]

Oh man, that's much more of what I wanted, excellent.

You wanted an interview with no questions?

 

[Blastoise]

Patrick is a cool dude.

I thought it was a meme to hate on him. But some of those comments are down right disgusting.

 

[Vire]

Man GB really needs to upgrade their servers.

I'd pay an extra $20 a year for better speeds. GAF loads so much faster...

These days I just watch QL's from Youtube and listen to the Podcast through subscription on iTunes since I don't want to deal with the sluggish site.

 

[Hot Coldman]

The return of the Video Thing bumper!

It's been too long.