If you’ve got your ear hard against the pounding beat of the internet, you’ve probably already know how Mentos and Diet Coke can react explosively. You may even have seen the miniature version of the Bellagio fountains a couple of guys with way too much time–and Mentos and Diet Coke–set up. But you may not appreciate how well this fits …
Prey Demo Ready
The demo for Prey, the new computer game from my old employer Human Head Studios, is now live and ready for download. You can guess what I’ll be playing tonight! I watched this game develop over the two years I spent with Human Head, and even when I left over a year and a half ago it looked great. I …
Wick on eBay
John Wick is auctioning off some of his games and comics collection on eBay. Highlights include a copy of the ultra-rare Dune RPG, an Upper-Deck-employees-only Vs. System card, and an autographed copy of John’s own Way of the Dragon book for the Legend of the Five Rings RPG.
Kovalic on Hite
John Kovalic posted a bio he wrote about Ken Hite for an upcoming appearance at CONvergence. Amen, brother! I’ve been a part of those now-legendary meat-on-swords meals with John and Ken, and they’re often the highlight of any convention that includes them. If I edited novels, I’d toss enough money at Ken to get him to write his great conspiracy …
Robin’s Laws for Playtesters
On his blog, all-star game designer Robin Laws posted a set of rules for those who playtest tabletop games. Robin and I have chatted about this issue at length before, and I’m glad he’s pulled the curtain back on this issue for everyone else. One great way to break into game design is via playtesting games, and if you want …
Battle Dice Update
Since I last mentioned the Marvel Heroes Battle Dice website back on June 8, they’ve added: A list of the new powers from the upcoming Series 2. Two more sets of computer desktop wallpaper. A calendar of upcoming games, tournaments, and events. Be sure to stop by and check them all out. I like the new wallpapers a lot, although …
Mishler’s Manifesto
In the latest issue of Comics & Games Retailer, editor James Mishler makes an excellent point about one of the big differences between selling comics and selling games. These days, people buy comics because of the writers and artists involved with a particular book. With games, few people have any idea who the creators are. Some comics creators have attained …
WizKids Update
According to ICv2.com, WizKids laid off 15 of its 65 employees back on June 8. A few of my friends felt the axe, although since they’re not speaking loudly about it, I won’t name them here. Still, if you’re looking to hire some fine game designers, there are a number of them floating around out there these days. It seems …