This gentleman handles all of the gold-embossed window graphics at Monadnock, and has been kind enough to update our look over the course of the past week.
Being a fan of the classic "I" Pot logo, I was sad to see some of the last (and most gorgeous) examples leave the store, but I have to admit, the wings look pretty nice in gold.
Monday, October 29, 2007
Thursday, October 25, 2007
Schwarznegger Eyes the Presidency
Actually, this is Arnold sizing up the Prez after their publicity flight over the Cali wildfires. I'm just surprised that George forgot his flightsuit.
Sunday, October 14, 2007
New Things
I've been in Chicago for nearly 5 years now, and until last week, I'd never seen one of these bridges up. This particular one is at Franklin & Wacker, and was blockin' my bike ride home.
Also new: My roommate Bob. Technically not new, since I've known him forever, but he just moved here from Michigan, so he's new to my Chicago life. He smokes cigars and plays videogames. He also cleaned our bathroom mega-good.
Also new: My roommate Bob. Technically not new, since I've known him forever, but he just moved here from Michigan, so he's new to my Chicago life. He smokes cigars and plays videogames. He also cleaned our bathroom mega-good.
Friday, October 5, 2007
Ahem.
I want to quit posting about Halo, I really do, but the news just keeps a comin'.
Today Bungie announced their departure from Microsoft Studios, and is once more an independent game studio. The split was amicable, and they plan to continue developing Xbox titles, including future Halo titles through MS Games. Congratulations, Bungie!
When co-founder Alex Seropian left the company to return to the indie scene a few years ago, I thought it was an admirable move. He fled board meetings and produced one of the most entertaining games on the original Xbox. Now he's working on what looks to be a nice little boutique party game that I'm sure will earn rave reviews.
Not that I've been critical of Bungie's work at MS; They've done amazing things. Halo is truly a masterpice, and it would not exist as it does without the backing of Gates & co. But that chapter is closed, and to move forward in a creative fashion would have been impossible with MS goons leering over shoulders, looking for another $300 Million-dollar game.
Now, if only they would abandon that creepy Washington warehouse and return to Chicago. So I can work for them. As a janitor, if I must.
Today Bungie announced their departure from Microsoft Studios, and is once more an independent game studio. The split was amicable, and they plan to continue developing Xbox titles, including future Halo titles through MS Games. Congratulations, Bungie!
When co-founder Alex Seropian left the company to return to the indie scene a few years ago, I thought it was an admirable move. He fled board meetings and produced one of the most entertaining games on the original Xbox. Now he's working on what looks to be a nice little boutique party game that I'm sure will earn rave reviews.
Not that I've been critical of Bungie's work at MS; They've done amazing things. Halo is truly a masterpice, and it would not exist as it does without the backing of Gates & co. But that chapter is closed, and to move forward in a creative fashion would have been impossible with MS goons leering over shoulders, looking for another $300 Million-dollar game.
Now, if only they would abandon that creepy Washington warehouse and return to Chicago. So I can work for them. As a janitor, if I must.
Thursday, October 4, 2007
Pwned!
Who knew there was a reality-tv award show? Well, anybody who did had to be expecting this level of depressing awkwardness. I don't really know who these guys are, but I like the guy that wins. And he does win. Official word: One lost tooth (and shoe), three misplaced teeth that require root canals.
Tuesday, October 2, 2007
Just One More Halo Post, I Promise
Q: What's the best thing in gaming software?
A: Halo.
Q: What's the best thing in gaming hardware?
A: The Nintendo DS.
Combining the two would be a no-brainer, but amlost certainly impossible, given the rivalry between Microsoft and Nintendo. So I was shocked to see this vid, which not only proves that such a project did exist, but that it was nearly completed before being quashed by someone (MS, most likely).
Here's to what could have been:
A: Halo.
Q: What's the best thing in gaming hardware?
A: The Nintendo DS.
Combining the two would be a no-brainer, but amlost certainly impossible, given the rivalry between Microsoft and Nintendo. So I was shocked to see this vid, which not only proves that such a project did exist, but that it was nearly completed before being quashed by someone (MS, most likely).
Here's to what could have been:
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