Remembering Ryan Davis, 1979 - 2013

What an incredible loss. Even though I hadn't listened much to the Bombcast just because my taste in games didn't seem to mesh well with their opinions, I do remember how vocal and lively he sounded when he talked. What quick looks I manage to watch with him joining in up to this point were always entertaining one way or another.

I think what stood out and remember most of all for me is he had the best laugh. Contagious too, at least for me. Always sounded like he was having pure joy and fun when he did.

Sorry for the jumble of words from a random person.

RIP good sir :(
 
Interframe said:
This feels so surreal, I've been following the adventures of Jeff and Ryan since Jeff got fired from GameSpot and the two started giantbomb together. I still remember the little blog they had and the "How to build a bomb" videos. Feels so weird knowing that he won't be a part of it anymore, or really anything, anymore.
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Forgot about the "How to Build a Bomb" videos. I had no clue who either of them were until that all happened. I've pretty much consumed every piece of content they've put out since Giant Bomb began, though.

Even after thinking about this all day, I literally still can't even believe it's true. Just so crazy. It's weird that the internet allows people to feel so connected. Someone I never met, but I usually didn't go more than 48-hours tops without watching a video or listening to a podcast with the guy on it.
 
XANDER CAGE said:
Just finished my tribute. Had to get my New Yorker cartoon on for Ryan.

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No shit I was listening to the episode where they talked about that getting quoted in the New Yorker. Love it, great job man.
 
I want to revisit this after I've had more time to take this in, but I just wanted to say that, for a person I've never met, Ryan Davis has had a huge impact on my life and I'll really miss him. Starting up the Bombcast each week is something that I always look forward to and it's been one of the few constants during these past few years while I've gone through some major changes in my life.

I'm watching a huge chunk of Quick Looks right now in his memory; the Dragonball Evolution and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince Quick Looks are truly phenomenal.
 
I've been at a loss for words since I read this news over 6 hours ago. It's hard to believe this is affecting me as much as it is, but I think that speaks to just how vibrant his personality was. Even as a bystander who simply observed things he was involved in over the internet, I still feel a significant sense of loss. Somehow knowing that there are tons of other people like me, sitting here stupid and half teary eyed over a complete stranger, kind of helps. I can't think of a better life to have led than one that has a positive impact on as many people as possible.
 
Wow, this is tragic news. I've only seen some of his work, but he was a visible figure of the gaming community.

Really sad loss.

Rest in peace.
 
I keep getting sad thinking about this, but then I watch one of Ryan's videos and I can't stop laughing.
 
Tragic, seemed like such a good guy. Tuesdays will never be the same.

Now we will never know what Ryan thinks of God of War Ascension :(
 
A man synonymous with charisma and kindness, truly a sad day. My condolences to his family and to all that knew him. It has been truly a joy to watch him through all these years. Rest in peace good sir.
 
Burli said:
I dunno, I'm conflicted about her tweets. Multiple jokes about his death, complaining that a plane crash that killed multiple people isn't important compared to Ryan, smiley faces, tweeting pictures of nutrition shakes and her glittery nails. It's all a bit surreal.

R.I.P. Ryan, you were my favourite of the bombers, I will miss your energy.
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Don't even...

She's lost her spouse/partner.

There's no set rules about grieving. Until you've been in something similar, you don't get to judge...and even then...everyone is different.
 
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