InFormers: Robots in the News

1. Wonder if that Chevy Aveo TransFormer giveaway, Swerve, was any good? Ben Yee gives you the score.

   A pity he’s so limited, I still love the basic sculpt.

Assorted Mushrooms

1. The 5th turtle’s blog talks a little about the general Mirage policy of avoiding political statements and the like when it comes to their licensing. Clearly, this presents something of a problem. Read on, and see how they stuck to their guns in spite of strongarming.
2. Scott Adams, creator of the comic strip Dilbert, ran a contest for comments on his latest book, the type of which you might see on the back cover praising the contents. Here are the results.

   Wish I’d known of the contest, maybe I’d have entered— wait, Americans only? Dagnabbit.

3. Any political platform that involves Chuck Norris is a surefire winner. Mike Huckabee’s got this one in the bag.
4. Colbert’s team gives a look at the executive side of the strike.

Video Power

1. Dr. Mario vs. Dr. Robotnik. No matter who loseWeight Exercises, we win.
2. To clear up some of the confusion surrounding Super Street Fighter II Turbo HD Remix, David Sirlin via Capcom has released this FAQ.
3. Over at The Mega Man Network, Heatman has brought us the latest from the Rockman 20th Anniversary party, and further notes reveal some interesting tidbits, such as the planned March release of Rockman & Rockman X Official Complete Works (whether together or seperate is unknown); hopefully UDON’s Mega Man Zero Official Complete Works will do well enough to see this brought over as well.

   In addition, Inafune reveals his desire to make a new Mega Man game, as well as where the inspiration for Zero and Vava (Vile) came from.

4. If you’re cool with spoilers, then Press The Buttons checks out similarities between Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Galaxy, many of which I’ve noticed myself. Particularly the progression of the series.
5. Is the Wii immune to recession? Reggie thinks so.
6. A new study seems to show that Halo 3 has gained interest from casual gamers, in addition to the hardcore.
7. Now here’s an NES oldie: Slalom, by Rare. Never got a chance to try this one.
8. Suspect a spouse of cheating? Maybe it’s time to call Detective Wii.

   But in all seriousness, that really, really sucks, and I feel for the guy. At least he was able to find that one irrefutable piece of evidence… though I wonder if he’s any happier for it.

9. More often that not, when it comes to product replacement, Nintendo is your friend.
10. Tell me that this isn’t just heartbreaking.

    Joystiq even found a YTMND that uses the format to add to the effect.

11. On the opposite end of the spectrum: badass Samus cosplay.
12. “Thank you, Mario, but our Princess is in another GALAXY!”
13. Mario & Sonic: a platform mover?
14. Sounds like Happy Hippo might’ve taken a sound cue or two from Donkey Kong Country.

    And yet, I can’t find it in my heart to hate the guy. I mean, look at him! He’s a hippo… and he’s happy! With his little tourist outfit and camera and such… he didn’t mean it.

    …I’m gonna buy him a present.

15. Sony Computer Entertainment of India would actually welcome Nintendo into the marketplace. Isn’t friendly competition grand?
16. Ben Judd, on the official Bionic Commando site (that I cannot access) has added a new podcast wherein he shows understanding towards those who hate remake changes.
17. Only two words can best describe this custom Samus figure: Freakin’ sweet!

–LBD “Nytetrayn”

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