Um, guys. We’re almost at the end of March. Not quite there yet, but it’s rapidly approaching. That means the first three months of the year are almost over and I don’t even know what I’ve done with myself. Could someone please slow down time so I can catch my breath? No? Fine, then here’s the best and worst of the past week instead to remind of things gone by.
Best Story
South Africans once again return to the international eSports stage to fight for Battlefield glory. Meanwhile, Nintendo stock is doing rather well thanks to its mobile announcement. But the best news of the week was that Gabe Newell said something about Half-Life 3, even if it’s not what people wanted to hear.
Worst Story
Mortal Kombat X might be region-locked, something that isn’t new for MK but still irritating. In even worse news, Evolve isn’t doing so well on PC, hitting record low numbers.
Best ION
What? A Homegrown Hottie winning best ION? Yes, I know she has some weird tan line, but she’s still a rather lovely looking lady. Local certainly is lekker.
Most Comments
We thought this week was pretty quiet for comments. Until, that is, you all jumped at the chance to say something about PC gaming, piracy, DRM, and some random off topic things, too. Who knew that Cities: Skylines could get everyone talking so much?
Least Comments
1.5 million people cared enough about Dragon Ball Xenoverse to buy the game. Too bad only two people care enough to comment on Geoff’s article about the sales figures.
Batman of the Week
Darryn isn’t just talented at bringing in all the batman loving. He also can draw! This week’s bat creation wasn’t stolen off of Pinterest for a change, it was made in-house by our very own bat artist. Well done Darryn.
Header Image of the Week
Yes, Geoff, Darry and I had tons of fun on St. Patrick’s day playing with all sorts of Irish header photoshop. But it’s this header that made me laugh the most this week. No soup for you!
Comment of the week
We like to tease Umar about his love of all things JRPG, but his comment this week about Evolve was rather apropos to the topic and the industry.
Bonus free DLC content
If you want something bizarre, head on over to this Wikipedia page and click on the “listen to this article” option. The Movies already wrote about it, but this trailer for Pixels is just pure cheese.
Last Updated: March 20, 2015
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:34
Darryn can draw????
When did this happen?
Pariah
March 20, 2015 at 12:37
He had to have one talent you know? Shame, let him keep it.
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:38
And quite the talent! I’m impressed!
Pariah
March 20, 2015 at 12:38
Likewise in all honesty. He’s working on a colour version too, which I’m excited to see.
RinceThis
March 20, 2015 at 12:50
Dude, you should see some of his stuff. Frigging amazing.
HvR
March 20, 2015 at 12:53
Probably after the judge took his camera away.
Ranting Raptor
March 20, 2015 at 14:07
I’ve seen some of his stuff on Twitter. To say he is good is an understatement.
Spathi
March 20, 2015 at 12:39
I always thought Darryn was just some kind of strange and shady guy from the Eastern Cape, but how wrong was I! He’s a strange and shady guy with an incredible talent for drawing. Even before I read he drew the Batman, I thought it was really awesome looking.
Well done Darryn, you have my respect!
Blood Emperor Trevor
March 20, 2015 at 12:41
If he uses shading he’s still shady though?
Spathi
March 20, 2015 at 12:41
*Badumtish!*
The D
March 20, 2015 at 12:46
You guys make me blush. In my labia.
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:48
You should see a doctor about that
Pariah
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
*about
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
That too
Hammersteyn
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
That’s twice in one day O_0
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:50
Thrice actually…
HALF LIFE 3 CONFIRMED!!!
Pariah
March 20, 2015 at 12:51
The only explanation is that you’re getting sick. Everyone’s getting sick, so it’s viable.
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:52
Actually my wife was really sick this week, BUT THE SICKNESS SHALL NOT PASS TO ME
Pariah
March 20, 2015 at 13:01
Opportunity missed here I think.
http://media.giphy.com/media/njYrp176NQsHS/giphy.gif
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 13:04
Meh, too lazy to look for and post that, I should have been home already
Blood Emperor Trevor
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
LEAVE BRENDA ALONE!
Blood Emperor Trevor
March 20, 2015 at 12:41
Damn D, good work!
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:41
Dat Wikipedia page…..HUH?
Ryanza
March 20, 2015 at 12:41
http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/616/607/3f7.png
Ryanza
March 20, 2015 at 12:42
http://im.ziffdavisinternational.com/ign_nl/screenshot/default/the-witcher-3-wild-hunt-getting-paid-best-part-of_en76.jpg
Ryanza
March 20, 2015 at 13:54
I wonder if this picture of Geralt was made because of the Fry meme.
That smirk on Geralt’s face makes me think it’s for us fools for pre-ordered the game.
Could it be a troll message that the game will not live up to the hype and they already have our money.
Or is it money well spent.
I’ll go with money well spent. The Witcher 3 is coming.
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:42
NOW, if only SOMEONE can edit some sunglasses over Darryn’s pictawr……CANNOT UNSEE
Blood Emperor Trevor
March 20, 2015 at 12:46
I enjoyed Hammers followup comment about them having more awards than players.
Hammersteyn
March 20, 2015 at 12:50
XD
RinceThis
March 20, 2015 at 12:51
What, 4?
Ryanza
March 20, 2015 at 12:47
I hope that the most comments were not about me because even the pirates were after my blood.
Hammersteyn
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
Nice on D
http://media.giphy.com/media/LFdlc0J41IlSE/giphy.gif
Hammersteyn
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
Congrats Umar!
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:49
[Suggestion for Ryanza’s bday present]
Admiral Chief
March 20, 2015 at 12:51
(refresh for pic)
40 Insane Frogs
March 20, 2015 at 12:52
How is it possible that Adam Sandler still make movies? Is he blackmailing SONY movie execs? Is he bankrolling his own movies? I just don’t get it! HOLY SMOKE BALLS!!! WHEN WILL THIS TORTURE END! NO MORE ADAM SANDLER MOVIES!!!
RinceThis
March 20, 2015 at 12:58
You got me there!
40 Insane Frogs
March 20, 2015 at 13:50
He must have some pretty damning stuff (with which he’s blackmailing SONY execs). Such a pity this isn’t a Ben Stiller movie. :/
Brady miaau
March 20, 2015 at 13:30
I was not aware he has made a movie in years. Hm. Goes to show, hey?
Ranting Raptor
March 20, 2015 at 14:09
Someone who agrees with me. YAY!
Aries
March 20, 2015 at 13:48
That wiki link audio sounds like a star wars alien haha
CAE9872
March 20, 2015 at 14:05
Have to say Homegrown Hottie doesn’t do it for me. And no I cannot actually say definitively why! I don’t think the photo does much for her.
Dutch Matrix
March 20, 2015 at 14:22
That homegrown hottie… She just does something for me. Something good. Me likes!
Brady miaau
March 20, 2015 at 14:42
As regards the comment of the week: I think we have seen an evolution in the last ten years in games that mirrors that which happened in movies 30 or 40 years ago.
You have this concept of movie critics that will rave about a movie cause they learned some kewl stuff in film school that they wax lyrical about. The movie is enjoyed by people and soon forgotten. the movie is enjoyed, in part, because it is supposed to be enjoyed, cause the critics said so.
Darren Peach
March 20, 2015 at 15:00
Nice Drawing.
40 Insane Frogs
March 20, 2015 at 15:54
That is a proper Batman drawing, Big D! #brofist