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[Fantastapotamus]

Speaking of hours spent on games, it's funny to think that it wasn't long ago that Brad and others would mention how they're not kids any more and can't afford to spend 40+ hours on one game. Off the top of my head I'm sure they mentioned this in relation to Dark Souls (before any of them really got into it) and more recently Ni No Kuni. Turns out they could find the time; the real reason was probably not having a game they wanted to spend 40+ hours on.

I feel like that was part of that statement. As a kid you have all the time in world but also no money so you'll spend all the time on the game you have regardless of how much you enjoy it. Spending 40+ hours on a game you don't enjoy that much isn't something you'll do if you have limited time but also the money to buy something else.

I mean I finished Bomberman Hero on the N64 even though I never really liked it. Cause I got it. So what else would I do but finish it? Now I stopped playing Watch Dogs after 6 hours cause the game is just boring and bad and I have something better to do.

 

[daydream]

I mean I finished Bomberman Hero on the N64 even though I never really liked it.

smh

what I would give for a good new singleplayer bomberman in that vein

 

[Myggen]

I feel like that was part of that statement. As a kid you have all the time in world but also no money so you'll spend all the time on the game you have regardless of how much you enjoy it. Spending 40+ hours on a game you don't enjoy that much isn't something you'll do if you have limited time but also the money to buy something else.

I mean I finished Bomberman Hero on the N64 even though I never really liked it. Cause I got it. So what else would I do but finish it? Now I stopped playing Watch Dogs after 6 hours cause the game is just boring and bad and I have something better to do.

When I was a kid, I finished Superman 64.

In my defense I couldn't afford a lot of games back then, and my parents bought Superman 64 for me because I liked Superman...

Good times.

 

[Antiwhippy]

I can't believe this.

But I cannot keep up with the content.

Goddamn.

 

[Fantastapotamus]

smh

what I would give for a good new singleplayer bomberman in that vein

Have you played Bomberman Act Zero? Now that's what I call a goooooood Bomberman game.

Spoiler

Yes

Spoiler

Yes

Spoiler

Nope

 

[Keyser Soze]

Speaking of Superman 64

SOLVE MY MAZE

 

[Myggen]

Speaking of Superman 64

SOLVE MY MAZE

Nah, I'm good. Been there done that.

Spoiler

I don't want to save my friends.

 

[Keyser Soze]

Nah, I'm good. Been there done that.

Spoiler

I don't want to save my friends.

 

[Xater]

I can't believe this.

But I cannot keep up with the content.

Goddamn.

Yup, that has not been the case in a long time.

 

[Myggen]

Drew and Dan QL?

 

[Fantastapotamus]

Drew and Dan QL?

Im gonna get so much mileage out of that gif.

 

[TharpDaddy]

I can't believe this.

But I cannot keep up with the content.

Goddamn.

People wanted content? They give people so much content they'll drown in it.

 

[The Kid]

Finished last week's podcast. Really enjoyed Samantha. One thing about her that was unique is that she was obviously a fan of the site. Most guests come on as friends or developers who just see the bombcast as a chance to hang out with friends or talk about what they were doing. Samantha was obviously excited to be there talking with everyone and it really showed. Her enthusiasm, positive outlook, and excitement to talk about what she was playing was a great change of pace. Even though she is a very accomplished developer, it was really nice having someone who came on the show with their fan hat on. So more Samantha damnit!

 

[soundscream]

Drew and Dan QL?

Dan has to be trolling with that space question........................right?

 

[DanLongman]

Dan has to be trolling with that space question........................right?

I don't know about american school system, but I learnt that in like grade 2 here in Canada. My 9 year old daughter knows how cold space is...

 

[TharpDaddy]

I don't know about american school system, but I learnt that in like grade 2 here in Canada. My 9 year old daughter knews how cold space is...

Canada school systems are better then. 60% of the people i know probably don't know what the temperature of space is.

 

[stump sock]

Dan has to be trolling with that space question........................right?

recent events would seem to indicate that the answer is "no." but I like the new meta-narrative forming across Dan-related content of him learning and experiencing a billion new things.

 

[Xater]

Drew and Dan QL?

Drew knew exactly what he was doing with that segment.

 

[Freedom = $1.05]

I hate to say this but i kinda wish they would slow down with all dat content just so I can catch up on Evo. bah.

 

[Jimmyfenix]

I hate to say this but i kinda wish they would slow down with all dat content just so I can catch up on Evo. bah.

If they did that I would give the Internet 5 minutes before they start to complain about no new content.

 

[TharpDaddy]

That's really, really dumb that escape makes you go to the main menu. Who thought that was a good keybinding?!

 

[stump sock]

That's really, really dumb that escape makes you go to the main menu. Who thought that was a good keybinding?!

I played some modern game recently where escape closes the program with no confirmation. That takes the cake.

 

[Hot Coldman]

I played some modern game recently where escape closes the program with no confirmation. That takes the cake.

Was it Early Access? Nuclear Throne used to do that, which makes sense - if it's not done, then it's more prone to breaking and being a nightmare to close otherwise, possibly.

 

[TharpDaddy]

I'm enjoying this Dan/Drew combo. Their response when the computer wouldn't stop talking was hilarious.

 

[Antiwhippy]

Man, did drew really just jump into this without knowing about the randomization or the permadeath?

 

[bjork]

I just watched the episode of Voyage of the Mimi that Vinny talked about like a year ago. Sure enough, people stripping down to share body heat. Not kids, mind you.

 

[TharpDaddy]

LOL the insanely fast butt-zombies.

 

[Kerned]

Much like Jeff's GB wiki page has a list of things he hates, I think Dan's needs a list of things he didn't know or hadn't tried before joining Giant Bomb.

 

[MrTroubleMaker]

Drew and Dan QL?

great combo, that gl was good.

 

[Fantastapotamus]

Jesus, this game looks just awful

 

[Haunted]

Dan has to be trolling with that space question........................right?

recent events would seem to indicate that the answer is "no." but I like the new meta-narrative forming across Dan-related content of him learning and experiencing a billion new things.

Let me try to put it as politely as possible... I think Dan Ryckert has a lot of street smarts.

 

[Digital Snake]

While watching I love Mondays, I discovered the video series 'Jurassic Lark'. How many videos are there of that? Also, how long are they typically?

 

[Renpatsu]

Ghost Ship Aftermath hurts my brain just watching, so it must have been excruciating for Drew playing it.

 

[Aaron]

Dan not knowing things is a great asset to the site. I love how Drew was silent for a bit when he started the airlock questions like he couldn't believe what he was hearing.

 

[demidar]

Dan not knowing things is a great asset to the site. I love how Drew was silent for a bit when he started the airlock questions like he couldn't believe what he was hearing.

Yeah, Giant Bomb could definitely use a "guy who doesn't know anything" seat to spur on explanations.

Spoiler

Too bad they all fill that seat

 

[daydream]

Dan x Drew was awesome, a classic combo in the making?

 

[Zaph]

Dan on Drew: "I've known you for about three weeks...I know that you're big on planes and boats and stuff"
Dan on Jeff "Is that one of your things too? Is that like a Yoshi thing?"

The way Dan sums up the personalities in the office is absolutely hilarious. He cuts down months of conversations and insights into one line summations.

 

[Volotaire]

Dan and Drew? Interesting.

 

[NumberThree]

Yeah, Drew and Dan seem to fit together really well.

 

[wenis]

Drew is big into boats.

 

[Keyser Soze]

I hope they start using Jason as a personality a bit more (if he wants to do that). There has been a few opportunities for him to do stuff in recent weeks, but they seem to dance around him taking part. Drew could easily man the control room, when Jason interacts with someone else.

It is kinda weird for GB to limit staff to one sole job job without giving them another outlet to speak on the site

I will bite my tongue until the Lethal League or Persona 4 Arena Ultimax QL, and if he is not in that then I will complain on the Internet!

 

[ArjanN]

Was it Early Access? Nuclear Throne used to do that, which makes sense - if it's not done, then it's more prone to breaking and being a nightmare to close otherwise, possibly.

Japanese indie games usually still have ESC kick you out to desktop instantly. Pretty sure that originated as the "oh shit, boss is coming" button.

 

[Myggen]

I hope they start using Jason as a personality a bit more (if he wants to do that). There has been a few opportunities for him to do stuff in recent weeks, but they seem to dance around him taking part. Drew could easily man the control room, when Jason interacts with someone else.

It is kinda weird for GB to limit staff to one sole job job without giving them another outlet to speak on the site

I will bite my tongue until the Lethal League or Persona 4 Arena Ultimax QL, and if he is not in that then I will complain on the Internet!

Part of his job descripton was to be in front of camera, so I bet they'll get there. Right now they seem to need who's more or less just behind camera. They've been there for three weeks, there's plenty of time.

 

[Fantastapotamus]

Drew really did a good job. I hope he is in more QLs in the future, really good and fun commentary. Still sad we never got an X-Rebirth QL with him

 

[Dany]

Oh thats our Dan!

 

[mnz]

Part of his job descripton was to be in front of camera, so I bet they'll get there. Right now they seem to need who's more or less just behind camera. They've been there for three weeks, there's plenty of time.

They already missed having him on for the Evo talk, he was the only one who payed attention.

 

[Alucrid]

this ghostship quicklook man, incredible

 

[Myggen]

They already missed having him on for the Evo talk, he was the only one who payed attention.

Yeah. But I'll live

Anyways, Ghostship Aftermath looks like such a piece of shit. At least the QL was pretty great.

"Also, this is not how people read."

 

[ThreePiMatt]

Listening to the PowerBombcast now. This Thunder in Paradise FMV game NEEDS to happen.

 

[TharpDaddy]

I hope they start using Jason as a personality a bit more (if he wants to do that). There has been a few opportunities for him to do stuff in recent weeks, but they seem to dance around him taking part. Drew could easily man the control room, when Jason interacts with someone else.

It is kinda weird for GB to limit staff to one sole job job without giving them another outlet to speak on the site

I will bite my tongue until the Lethal League or Persona 4 Arena Ultimax QL, and if he is not in that then I will complain on the Internet!

I think he's still learning the ropes of the control room. We've seen a couple times where Drew had to step out and help him with something on the live shows. Once he's up to speed they will probably allow him to be more of a personality. I think for the moment though they want to have him focus on what he was hired for and get comfortable with that before they have him branch out.