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Post by Crumpy Six on Dec 12, 2015 22:53:10 GMT
If I win I will prepare a Christmas/New Year hamper, filled with objects of the community's choosing, and post it to 22Cans. I am aware that this will probably cost me more than the price of a copy of Ashes of Singularity but I think it could be fun. Is there a banned item list? Well, not an exhaustive one! Probably all the items must be: - legal to send in the post (from one UK address to another) - actual things that exist and can therefore be given as a gift (e.g. "a fulfilled promise by Peter Molyneux" would not make the cut) I could potentially drive down to Guildford and deliver it in person, but that would require prior arrangement with 22Cans, who I suspect would not be up for it. |
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Post by totallytim on Dec 12, 2015 23:46:30 GMT
If I win I will prepare a Christmas/New Year hamper, filled with objects of the community's choosing, and post it to 22Cans. Okay. My suggestion: Find some cheap copies of Black & White, Populous and Dungeon Keeper. Even some pictures of the games with simple explanations of some of the game mechanics would probably do. That might show them how God games actually look like. Maybe attach a note to make the intent clear. |
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Lord Ba'al
Supreme Deity
Posts: 6,260
Pledge level: Half a Partner
I like: Cats; single malt Scotch; Stargate; Amiga; fried potatoes; retro gaming; cheese; snickers; sticky tape.
I don't like: Dimples in the bottom of scotch bottles; Facebook games masquerading as godgames.
Steam: stonelesscutter
GOG: stonelesscutter
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Post by Lord Ba'al on Dec 13, 2015 1:35:13 GMT
Is there a banned item list? Well, not an exhaustive one! Probably all the items must be: - legal to send in the post (from one UK address to another) - actual things that exist and can therefore be given as a gift (e.g. "a fulfilled promise by Peter Molyneux" would not make the cut) I could potentially drive down to Guildford and deliver it in person, but that would require prior arrangement with 22Cans, who I suspect would not be up for it. I'm sure you'll find them susceptible (I have no clue how to properly spell that word in my current state) to you coming around to bring a gift. Presuming it's not a box of shit. They're not that bad. They'll probably be happy to give you a tour of the studio and meet some people. |
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Post by Crumpy Six on Dec 13, 2015 1:59:14 GMT
If I win I will prepare a Christmas/New Year hamper, filled with objects of the community's choosing, and post it to 22Cans. Okay. My suggestion: Find some cheap copies of Black & White, Populous and Dungeon Keeper. Even some pictures of the games with simple explanations of some of the game mechanics would probably do. That might show them how God games actually look like. Maybe attach a note to make the intent clear. Well now hang on, I didn't win yet  Well, not an exhaustive one! Probably all the items must be: - legal to send in the post (from one UK address to another) - actual things that exist and can therefore be given as a gift (e.g. "a fulfilled promise by Peter Molyneux" would not make the cut) I could potentially drive down to Guildford and deliver it in person, but that would require prior arrangement with 22Cans, who I suspect would not be up for it. I'm sure you'll find them susceptible (I have no clue how to properly spell that word in my current state) to you coming around to bring a gift. Presuming it's not a box of shit. They're not that bad. They'll probably be happy to give you a tour of the studio and meet some people. I will ask them, should the opportunity arise. And yes, it wouldn't be a box of shit. 22Cans have lied repeatedly and scammed customers out of thousands of pounds, but probably 90% of the guys who work there are innocent people making a living who probably aren't all that thrilled about the situation either. Plus they probably aren't getting a Christmas bonus this year. |
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Lord Ba'al
Supreme Deity
Posts: 6,260
Pledge level: Half a Partner
I like: Cats; single malt Scotch; Stargate; Amiga; fried potatoes; retro gaming; cheese; snickers; sticky tape.
I don't like: Dimples in the bottom of scotch bottles; Facebook games masquerading as godgames.
Steam: stonelesscutter
GOG: stonelesscutter
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Post by Lord Ba'al on Dec 13, 2015 2:22:01 GMT
Ah whattayaknow. I actually spelled the word correctly. Whether I used the meaning of it correctly is a different matter of course.
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Post by greay on Dec 13, 2015 6:49:12 GMT
I don't think I'd eat a red carrot. You're missing out:  |
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Post by 13thGeneral on Dec 13, 2015 7:06:26 GMT
I didn't even know red carrots existed until today, when I saw them in a smoothie recipe. And, oddly, here you are posting about them. Weird.
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Post by Deth on Dec 13, 2015 13:19:07 GMT
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Post by morsealworth on Dec 13, 2015 13:28:46 GMT
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Post by 13thGeneral on Dec 13, 2015 19:15:53 GMT
lol. You both posted the same link at the same time... ? Wow, I didn't know that. The history of Agriculture is pretty interesting. |
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Post by morsealworth on Dec 13, 2015 19:20:34 GMT
Not the same. I linked the comment.
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Post by 13thGeneral on Dec 13, 2015 19:28:57 GMT
Not the same. I linked the comment. Ah, I see. |
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Post by earlparvisjam on Dec 14, 2015 5:23:00 GMT
Well, would you trade me that game for my copy of Godus? I'm reluctant to delete it from my account, but you might be able to use it to fill old hard drives before turning them in to thrift stores, or something.
Edit: Or, alternatively, I'd be willing to delete Godus from my account in exchange for that game. You know, bribery to kick a bad habit. Be an enabler. Let the healing begin.
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Post by mindless on Dec 16, 2015 21:51:47 GMT
ok guys, time is starting to run out, and at the moment its a reluctant lord ba'al in first place, who the bookies are now starting to peg as the favorite to win this race.
Unfortunate for him if his PC cant run the game, though that could actually be a good thing, and finally convince him to upgrade and join the 21st century with a brand new computer.
(seriously though ba'al let me know if you don't actually want the prize, and i can then offer it down to the next in line)
its not too late, guys everyone still has a chance to win, remember your not limited to one post, make as many as you like, keep thinking what could I write that can be entertaining, don't put off posting for too long because you need enough people to see it, so be wary of late submissions, your most likely not going to reach critical mass in time.
i wish you all the best of luck, and may the best man/woman win.
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Post by 13thGeneral on Dec 16, 2015 22:48:06 GMT
Hmm, perhaps I should do another "Molyneux Out of Context" illustration, or maybe mix it up by using any piece of a 22Cans Representative's statement. Remember, it was originally supposed to be innocuous phrases but completely wildly spinned for ridiculous humor; instead, I got a bit off my intent by illustrating more appropriately contextualized quotes.
The thing is, it's quite difficult with Peter, because so much of what he says - be it horrifically ridiculous or entirely meant as sincere - is already meme worthy. The real trick is taking a snippet of a sentence, or what-have-you, and statistical warping it for fully humorous effect. That's both a challenge of comedic wit and creativity, and downright mean spirited; Of which I'm proud of accomplishing and simultaneously feel terribly about. But, we suffer for our craft.
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Lord Ba'al
Supreme Deity
Posts: 6,260
Pledge level: Half a Partner
I like: Cats; single malt Scotch; Stargate; Amiga; fried potatoes; retro gaming; cheese; snickers; sticky tape.
I don't like: Dimples in the bottom of scotch bottles; Facebook games masquerading as godgames.
Steam: stonelesscutter
GOG: stonelesscutter
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Post by Lord Ba'al on Dec 17, 2015 5:31:32 GMT
I'm just playing for bacon and beans as we say it. That means you can disregard my entry. |
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Post by Gmr Leon on Dec 17, 2015 6:16:13 GMT
If I win I will prepare a Christmas/New Year hamper, filled with objects of the community's choosing, and post it to 22Cans. I am aware that this will probably cost me more than the price of a copy of Ashes of Singularity but I think it could be fun. If I might make a request, fill it with any PC and Business Self-Help books you can find from the Guildford libraries. It seems like they could really use them. (Or toss prints of the covers/availability listings at said libraries, whichever.) |
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Post by Qetesh on Dec 17, 2015 6:58:47 GMT
What's the minimum specs it would play on?
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Post by mindless on Dec 17, 2015 16:19:04 GMT
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Lord Ba'al
Supreme Deity
Posts: 6,260
Pledge level: Half a Partner
I like: Cats; single malt Scotch; Stargate; Amiga; fried potatoes; retro gaming; cheese; snickers; sticky tape.
I don't like: Dimples in the bottom of scotch bottles; Facebook games masquerading as godgames.
Steam: stonelesscutter
GOG: stonelesscutter
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Post by Lord Ba'al on Dec 17, 2015 17:27:38 GMT
If I win I will prepare a Christmas/New Year hamper, filled with objects of the community's choosing, and post it to 22Cans. I am aware that this will probably cost me more than the price of a copy of Ashes of Singularity but I think it could be fun. If I might make a request, fill it with any PC and Business Self-Help books you can find from the Guildford libraries. It seems like they could really use them. (Or toss prints of the covers/availability listings at said libraries, whichever.) How to develop a massively multiplayer multi platform god game in Marmelade for dummies? |
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