By way of Broken Toys (which was by way of Jeff Freeman), an interesting take on what it means to be a writer for games:
Right now, for example, Bioware-Austin is hiring junior-level writers. I’m thinking about applying, because I have a lot of respect for Bioware’s consistent blend of strong action and strong stories. But [...]
Last week, industry “shock jock” Richard Bartle declared he is only a job application away from “clos[ing] World of Warcraft [because he HATE HATE HATES World of Warcraft and everything it stands for!]“ Bartle, who was totally serious about shutting down the most successful video game of all time, is also rumored to [...]
Step 2: Learn how to design games.
Articles on why we should embrace RMT are like potato chips to me. Chocolate covered potato chips with crack sprinkles.
I know. I was surprised too. Also, Shamans have been nerfed. Typical.
When I'm not composing songs to touch your heart, I like to play games, and occasionally read and write about them. And while I don't play their game, it's always fun to watch Blizzard cater to the least common denominator.
Do you have to, do you have to Do you have to let it linger?
Shes my little deuce coupe You dont know what I got
You're gonna cry cry cry
Still stirring….