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[Keyser Soze]

Why didn't Vinny do a farewell video?

There is still 2 live shows worth of live Vinny left. He will be on next weeks podcast too (as it will be recorded on his last day in the office), and there is a chance he will be a few more QL if they get them recorded in time

More Vinny remains!

 

[LegoArmo]

"Hiring people like him" is easier said than done

There's a reason CBSi spent a year going to the expense and effort of getting him to SF.

Barring newly discovered cloning techniques, you're right, but there should be some people available with a similar sort of attitude. Maybe.

 

[Darklord]

I am sure he will be in quick looks he is not leaving giantbomb!

The feels this week will be too much.

But not with Jeff or Brad. No more crazy flight games with Drew. No more Vinny live streams in the office. This is bumming me out. I also felt like without Ryan the bombcast has kind of struggled but Jeff and Vinny have kept it going. I miss the old days.

 

[kingocfs]

i fixed it

lmao

 

[FluxWaveZ]

The current Bombcast cover art...

...is depressingly outdated.

Done.

Edit: Dammit!

 

[Keyser Soze]

i fixed it

That's depressingly updated :/

 

[TheLegendOfMart]

I'm going to give you some Scrubs inspired Dr. Cox advice: No one wants to deal with someone who is incredibly negative all of the fucking time. It's one thing to give constructive criticism, it's another to constantly complain about the supposed dearth of content that you paid for. Seriously, I'm sure you're not a bad dude, but dealing with negativity all the time is just depressing and pointless.

I suppose, sorry if I came across like a dickhead but I genuinely care about Giantbomb and I am invested it in monetarliy (subscription) and emotionally.

I took Ryans death hard even though I had never met the guy and now my only reason to watch their content is moving across the country away from the core staff.

It's hard but I will try and be less negative.

 

[ab.aeterno]

Jesus, I'd have thought Vinny left Giant Bomb forever the way people are talking in here. Yeah, not having him in the main control room or doing content with everyone is a bummer, but it's also a chance to do some crazy new shit too. The thought of an expanding Giant Bomb is awesome.

The people declaring gloom and doom that everything is going terribly over there are being so grossly disrespectful to Vinny. If he says he wants to move so his kid can be near family, fucking respect him enough to let him do that.

 

[therealminime]

Wait so is Vinny heading out before E3?

 

[Dragon]

I suppose, sorry if I came across like a dickhead but I genuinely care about Giantbomb and I am invested it in monetarliy and emotionally.

I took Ryans death hard even though I had never met the guy and now my only reason to watch their content is moving across the country away from the core staff.

It's hard but I will try and be less negative.

I'm sure there are plenty of other people that feel the same, myself included. I was a dickhead after Ryan passed and wouldn't accept anyone saying anything about the subject. I've learned to chill out and enjoy what we get because frankly there's no one else out there that I enjoy as much. PM me though if you need to talk about anything, I love giving advice even if I can't follow it myself .

 

[Gabriel_Logan]

This is the Archie Bunker's Place phase of Giantbomb.

 

[Myggen]

Wait so is Vinny heading out before E3?

Next week I believe. But I'm sure he'll be back for E3, just like Patrick (and Alex?). This week's Bombcast has more information on this subject.

 

[FluxWaveZ]

The people declaring gloom and doom that everything is going terribly over there are being so grossly disrespectful to Vinny. If he says he wants to move so his kid can be near family, fucking respect him enough to let him do that.

There might be a difference between being worried for Vinny personally, and being worried for Giant Bomb's output.

 

[Patryn]

Wait so is Vinny heading out before E3?

Possibly wants to help get his family set up, and then fly to LA for E3?

I highly doubt he won't be there for it.

 

[Keyser Soze]

Wait so is Vinny heading out before E3?

Will settle into his new home before E3, so he can then go to E3, and then come back to his new home

 

[therealminime]

Next week I believe. But I'm sure he'll be back for E3, just like Patrick (and Alex?). This week's Bombcast has more information on this subject.

Ah I see, thanks. I'd hope he comes out for E3 like the other guys.

 

[Odrion]

That's the best you can come up with while completely ignoring realism?

I'd get Conan O'Brien and Charles Barkley.

I would fire everybody and replace them with seven Shaqs.

 

[SteveWinwood]

This is the Archie Bunker's Place phase of Giantbomb.

good times is still ahead!

wait or is it gloria

or maude

 

[jepulis]

What is the point of this thread?

 

[a secret-boss]

I blame Cigs

Guys ignored Vinny

 

[Myggen]

What is the point of this thread?

To discuss all things Giant Bomb.

 

[Ban Puncher]

To discuss all things Giant Bomb.

 

[Brashnir]

I would fire everybody and replace them with seven Shaqs.

I like where you're going with this.

 

[StingX2]

I'm really sad I subscribed recently to them because I'm not a fan of Alex's work (gamespot days, giant bomb days, that movie sites days, working with Klepek doing Youtube video days). Since Ryan passed away Vinny was pretty much the reason I listened to the bombcast. I'm sure this will work out for the majority of fans but I don't know if a Jeff/Brad/Drew cast would keep me going. :/

 

[hamchan]

i fixed it

Haha, poor Drew.

 

[SuperSonic1305]

Silver Lining Alert:

Alex doesn't have the same prejudicial hate for Endurance Runs that Jeff has.

Yakuza 3 endurance run or bust

 

[AuthenticM]

I think it would be best if the poster did not have any names under the title.

 

[EmCeeGramr]

Alex/Vinny Quick Looks and Endurance Runs, where we'll learn whether any given object is "some kind of somethin'" or "a thing."

 

[Jimmyfenix]

What is the point of this thread?

To discuss Greg & Bread

 

[harrypmgaga]

For all or just premium members?

No idea, would not surprise me if they open it up as a farewell to all.

 

[Lingxor]

I blame Cigs

Guys ignored Vinny

EVERYTHING IS CLEAR TO ME NOW

 

[CambriaRising]

Heard the news last night.

To say I am disappointed, would be an understatement.

 

[Curufinwe]

Alex/Vinny Quick Looks and Endurance Runs, where we'll learn whether any given object is "some kind of somethin'" or "a thing."

They should have their NY studio space set up by the time Persona 5 comes out.

 

[LifeIsLife]

This is the Archie Bunker's Place phase of Giantbomb.

I liked Archie Bunkers Place

 

[Megasoum]

On Jeff's tumblr...hmmm

excast asked:

Do you feel that offering a Mother's Day sale on Giantbomb premium subscriptions, and then dropping news shortly after that the man many consider to be the heart and soul of the site is leaving the place where basically all of the premium content originates, comes off as a bait and switch? I mean, I respect you guys and have been a fan for a long time, but thinking back this sort of comes off as "Hey, we had better get the money in now before this news hits."

Considering we waited over a year to make sure that we were still going to be with the company and expanding and being there to produce new things before having a sale in the first place, no, I don’t agree with that.

 

[wenis]

I liked Archie Bunkers Place

Of course you did...

 

[Curufinwe]

People act like Vinny leaving for NY is the end of the world without considering the whole site could have gone down in flames at a number of points.

 

[komplanen]

Gonna be a tough fucking summer y'all. No games and even less GB content.

 

[Ketch]

Who the new hires are is the only thing that matters now.

They need to deliver the goods and turn this shit storm into a deep dish pizza of love.

The problem is the new hires aren't going to be Jeff green and Danny odwyer so everyone's going to be disappointed anyway.

 

[AuthenticM]

I'm looking forward to Vinny & Alex videos. I don't think we've ever gotten those. Probably not a lot if I can't remember any.

 

[Zaph]

On Jeff's tumblr...hmmm

That was a fuckin GAFer. I can smell 'em.

Silver Lining Alert:

Alex doesn't have the same prejudicial hate for Endurance Runs that Jeff has.

Not above exploiting this opportunity like when parents divorce and the kid gets a bunch of toys - "Hey Vinny, seeing as you obviously don't love us as much as your wife and Max, how about an endurance run?".

 

[Brashnir]

On Jeff's tumblr...hmmm

Dunked.

 

[Jimmyfenix]

I'm looking forward to Vinny & Alex videos. I don't think we've ever gotten those. Probably not a lot if I can't remember any.

It will be a first. They were part 3 people quicklooks though.

 

[Keyser Soze]

I'm looking forward to Vinny & Alex videos. I don't think we've ever gotten those. Probably not a lot if I can't remember any.

 

[LiK]

People act like Vinny leaving for NY is the end of the world without considering the whole site could have gone down in flames at a number of points.

Vinny is the backbone for the live streams and videos, imo. It's gonna be a lot tougher for them without him helping directly.

 

[kingocfs]

Vinny is the backbone for the live streams and videos, imo. It's gonna be a lot tougher for them without him helping directly.

Drew's got this

 

[Zaph]

Vinny is the backbone for the live streams and videos, imo. It's gonna be a lot tougher for them without him helping directly.

...and here we were thinking another producer would mean more Vinny on the couch

Spoiler

IN NEW YORK.

 

[goldsoundz]

Glad Vinny is still a part of Giant Bomb. Can't argue with the man wanting to be closer to home and his family.

 

[Freedom = $1.05]

The great irony of all of this is that Brads probably going to be the only person remaining at Giant Bomb 10 years from now. I'm guessing it has something to do with cbsi giving into his demands for an anime vice knockoff with him at the helm.

 

[Jimmyfenix]

...and here we were thinking another producer would mean more Vinny on the couch

Spoiler

IN NEW YORK.

Ham3ter to take over.