Kirk Hamilton's discussions

Ha - same here. Read more

This is an excellent and accurate critique. I still think it’s a cool line, but you’re right that there are some structural problems. Read more

I would love it so much if they gave us a usable version of Rose. What would it look like? What would its special perk be? The mind boggles. Read more

Yeah, Skolas’s story is great! Read more

I believe the technical term for that is an “unwelcome crotch.” Read more

Yeah - when I did it, I had a weird thing where it seemed like some chests weren’t counting, so I went back and just did the whole thing on my first main. It does sound like you can do it with any character, though, so I’ve updated the post and removed that line. Read more

I’m cool with them leaving Mercury off. For one, it’s nice that any reasonably dedicated year-one player can get this emblem. Getting to Mercury is above and beyond even the toughest achievements on the existing list. Plus, Mercury already has its own bragging rights emblem, and that’s sufficient, at least for me. Read more

Angry wasn’t too bad, honestly. Juggler would be better, since you’d get so much heavy ammo, but for people who have to get it done this week, Angry is doable—you just have to aggressively call out captains. Read more

Yeah, I usually leave those opening gags to Mr. Schreier. Though I DO find myself using them more and more... Read more

Nah, you didn’t miss it, I said handheld before I changed it! And yeah I’d buy it again so fast if it came out on 3DS VC. Takemymoney.jpg, etc Read more

I’m actually playing Suikoden 2 right now, also at Jason’s urging. I’m not far enough to say for sure, but it does seem like a very cool game. Read more

My reactions to VI are greatly informed by my playthrough of VII, so I’m less surprised by some things and already know what to expect... at least to a point. I hope you like VII! It’s great. At the start, you’ll think it’s one thing, but stick with it and it becomes something else entirely. (In a good way.) Read more

Hopefully I’ll finish, though it may take a while. If I do, I’ll definitely write about it. Read more

He’s definitely pretty Jokery, and I’m amazed at how much personality they wring out of such simple animations. Someone in the stream last night described him as “The Joker + Hitler” which seems... about right? Read more

Yeah, it can be hard to find the time if you didn’t play them as a kid. If you can get a buddy to go through it with you I recommend it, they’ll be good motivation. And don’t be afraid to use a guide or FAQ! Read more

Yeah, I really just meant I wish this version (which everyone says is the best version) was on a handheld I actually own and use, aka I wish it was on 3DS. I made that clearer in the article. Read more

Okay, I am convinced. (And unconvinced by the reasoning in that Deadspin post.) Read more

Yeah, that’s true - I’ll note that in the article. Read more

One of the best surprises of the year, as far as I’m concerned. Highly recommended. Read more

I laughed through this whole scene - I was surprised I didn’t screw up the QTEs. I’m not sure I’ve ever seen a video game make a Spaced reference before, let alone one that involved. This game has been the pleasant surprise of the year, at least for me. Read more