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Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 2:39 pm
by Venom
Its funny (or not as the case may be) but I was actually wondering about this last night. In 4 weeks time the spread of swine flu will lead to a lot more cases. My guess is that a week before, the E3 organisers stipulate some health and safety advice, like
'wear face masks, chew with your mouth closed, dont be such dirty fat unhygienic fanboys and wash your hands after you go for a piss and before you shake hands.'Use_The_Forks wrote:How convenient for the announcement of Resident Evil 6...
That would be perfect time alas it is too soon after the release of RE5 - how about Dead Rising 2 set in a Californian trade convention?
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 2:53 pm
by Use_The_Forks
VenomUK wrote:Use_The_Forks wrote:How convenient for the announcement of Resident Evil 6...
That would be perfect time alas it is too soon after the release of RE5 - how about Dead Rising 2 set in a Californian trade convention?
Ha! I like. Either way, an announcement of a zombie game in proctective suits would be perfect. Show some ambition and seize the moment, Capcom!
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 3:17 pm
by Venom
Use_The_Forks wrote:VenomUK wrote:Use_The_Forks wrote:How convenient for the announcement of Resident Evil 6...
That would be perfect time alas it is too soon after the release of RE5 - how about Dead Rising 2 set in a Californian trade convention?
Ha! I like. Either way, an announcement of a zombie game in proctective suits would be perfect. Show some ambition and seize the moment, Capcom!
Actually you've got me thinking. E3 is getting more theatrical so why not use it against the journalists there. Imagine it, they are sitting there in the middle of a conference, suddenly the lights dim, a red strobe comes on an alarm siren sounds, and over the soundsystem a loud stern booming voice comes on saying
"This is not a drill. A biohazard has spread into this hall, you are being contained for your own safety." Then an army of soldiers in yellow suits rush in with ak-47 pointing them at the audience.
Just as the audience are about to cry a ton of leaflets are dropped from the ceiling and a message comes up on screen "Resident Evil 6 coming 2012."
* well it is Friday!
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 3:19 pm
by Use_The_Forks
VenomUK wrote:Use_The_Forks wrote:VenomUK wrote:Use_The_Forks wrote:How convenient for the announcement of Resident Evil 6...
That would be perfect time alas it is too soon after the release of RE5 - how about Dead Rising 2 set in a Californian trade convention?
Ha! I like. Either way, an announcement of a zombie game in proctective suits would be perfect. Show some ambition and seize the moment, Capcom!
Actually you've got me thinking. E3 is getting more theatrical so why not use it against the journalists there. Imagine it, they are sitting there in the middle of a conference, suddenly the lights dim, a red strobe comes on an alarm siren sounds, and over the soundsystem a loud stern booming voice comes on saying
"This is not a drill. A biohazard has spread into this hall, you are being contained for your own safety." Then an army of soldiers in yellow suits rush in with ak-47 pointing them at the audience.
Just as the audience are about to cry a ton of leaflets are dropped from the ceiling and a message comes up on screen "Resident Evil 6 coming 2012."
* well it is Friday!
Aces!
There'd be journalist excrement everywhere though.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 3:43 pm
by Venom
Use_The_Forks wrote:Aces!
There'd be journalist excrement everywhere though.
Or even better just release a few pigs into the theatre to run through the crowds...
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 3:46 pm
by Hero of Canton
Nintendo will have to change their latest catchphrase, though.
Cammy Milfaway wrote:We want to put more smiles masks on more faces.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 4:20 pm
by Venom
Hero of Canton wrote:Nintendo will have to change their latest catchphrase, though.
Cammy Milfaway wrote:We want to put more smiles masks on more faces.
Your going to E3 aren't you? For some reason I don't mind so much that I will be watching via my PC this year!
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 4:36 pm
by Hero of Canton
No, I'm not.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 4:43 pm
by Extralife
This is the first time I've actually worried bout swine flu.
My bet is no, but they might be forced to scrap plans to open it to the public.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 4:44 pm
by KK
Hero of Canton wrote:No, I'm not.
Celebrate good times, come on!
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 4:52 pm
by Harry Bizzle
suzzopher wrote:KKLEIN wrote:Oxx wrote:They can hold it in Home.
Awesome idea.
Would be awesome if they streamed in Home.
That's actually a brilliant idea.
Recreate the show floor in Home and walk up to stalls to download game demos!
I'd totally use home for that. Sure it'd only be once a year, but still.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 5:09 pm
by Venom
Harry Bizzle wrote:suzzopher wrote:KKLEIN wrote:Oxx wrote:They can hold it in Home.
Awesome idea.
Would be awesome if they streamed in Home.
That's actually a brilliant idea.
Recreate the show floor in Home and walk up to stalls to download game demos!
I'd totally use home for that. Sure it'd only be once a year, but still.
I dont know if Sony can technically do it (yet), but if they could make the Sony conference viewable LIVE in the Home theatre, well, it would give Home some serious credibility.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 5:12 pm
by cooldawn
VenomUK wrote:* well it is Friday!
I'm disturbed for life. That picture is disgusting.
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Thu May 07, 2009 3:28 pm
by Codename 47
I guess i'm the only one that finds that picture somewhat hilarious.
Anyway, here's a little update, that things are still going to plan. One of the most anticipated E3 in years, i'm sure everyone involved wants to see this go ahead no matter what.
E3 organisers are confident the show will go ahead next month, despite a swine flu 'State of Emergency' being called by California governor (aka T101) Arnie Schwarzenegger.
Speaking to trade mag MCV, E3's organiser the ESA said it will be "progressing as planned" despite the risk. For the record, we're prepared to risk a horrible death to see Modern Warfare 2 as well.
"The 2009 E3 Expo is progressing as planned," an ESA spokesperson said. "Public health officials are taking all appropriate steps and we continue to follow their direction on all measures.
"We look forward to a great event, and to seeing you in Los Angeles in June."
So far State and local officials have confirmed 13 cases of the Swine Flu in California - none fatal - and UK games publishers are said to be closely monitoring the situation.
We'll be wearing the E3 facemasks between June 2 to 4.
http://www.computerandvideogames.com/ar ... ?id=214489
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Thu May 07, 2009 6:43 pm
by Cropolite
That picture - it reminds me of Power Rangers, remember the walking pig enemy?
Re: Predict This: Will E3 be cancelled?
Posted: Thu May 07, 2009 6:44 pm
by Cropolite
