Here are the latest ravings, ramblings and rumblings from a classic video game enthusiast with a passion for 8-bit games & consoles and a general distaste for gaming that involves yelling into a headset over an internet connection. Thanks, but fuck that noise no thanks.
May 2012 Retro Gaming Blog
May 19, 2012
Twin Sword Trading- game-inspired art giveaway contest from @8_BitGirl
Marrying into Twin Sword Trading has it's perks for 8-Bit Girl. She's sharing some of those perks with her fans via a contest to give away several high-quality gaming-inspired prints. She describes her future mate's works as "Specializing in all kinds of nerd art".
If you dig this rendition of Pac-Man, check out her 8-Bit Girl Blog for all the details, rules and more samples of the prints she's offering. Good stuff!
If you're not feeling lucky (in a contest winning sort of way) head over to Twin Sword Trading and buy a few prints.
May 15, 2012
Store-bought is OK but DIY gamer fashion is the way to go
It's seems rare to find real gamer-fashion in the average store, but as much as we like this Pac-Man dress, we totally admire the DIY spirit of this hand-made NES dress. Made from a Nintendo t-shirt and some ingenuity, this is the way to impress us ;)
May 14, 2012
Joust arcade warrior tours the nation topping high scores with ease
As if the sounds and visuals of arcade games' attraction-mode weren't enough to draw in players, high score displays were the next big thing. Until the power was shut off for the night letting those beautiful machines rest until the next day's onslaught. William's Defender was the first game to save high scores even when the cabinet was restarted.
I used to wonder who those 3-character scores belonged to. Some were obvious names like Max or Ted (whoever they were), but many would remain a mystery. I got my initials onto a few cabinets in my home town, but they were always gone by my next visit.
Imagine traveling the country with mad-skills and putting your initial stop every cabinet you encountered? Meet Joust virtuoso, Lonnie McDonald...
He's touring the US on a mission to put 9's across the board on every classic Joust arcade game he can find. There are some great articles and a tracking map on PSP's site that geographically show Lonnie's progress.
I love this idea and it brings back so many great arcade memories. Hell, I'd love to tour the country just to find "real" arcades! I hope his quest generates more interest and excitement in the arcade industry. Two cabinets at a movie theater doesn't do justice to the real arcades that really create a great experience. Support your local arcade... if you're lucky enough to have one.
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