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CultureTotal RecallLong-Lost Cassette Tape Reveals Unheard Chubby Checker Atari Song
The great Chubby Checker once recorded a song to be used for a Dig-Dug commercial, only it wasn’t, and the song hasn’t been publicly heard (or heard of) until this week. History is so awesome. Matt Osborne, son of former Atari vice president Don Osborne, found an old cassette tape the other day and from…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 7, 2014 -
UncategorizedReminder: The Game Boy Was Almost Indestructible
Yes, a Game Boy survived a bombing raid. But as famous as that story is, who’s to say it wasn’t a fluke? So Wiredgot Nintendo’s old handheld and did some slightly more scientific study on it. I say slightly because that test involved dropping it a couple of times then having a giant man smash…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 7, 2014 -
UncategorizedDocumentary Thought TF2 Poster Was Actual War Propoganda
Last week documentary about the First World War was released in Russian that, as you can see, got its Allied propaganda posters a little mixed up. While it’s easy to make fun of the show’s producers for getting it wrong, it might be nicer to view it as a compliment to Valve’s art team for…
By Luke Plunkett Published September 7, 2014 - Uncategorized
Robin Williams Tribute, Drawn Using A Nintendo Wii U, Is A Work Of Art
Using Art Academy for the Miiverse, Wii U user Craig has drawn – using a stylus on a small, smooshy touchscreen – this wonderful Robin Williams tribute Here’s a shot of it as it appearson Miiverse.
By Luke Plunkett Published September 7, 2014 -
UncategorizedTime To Crack Open The Mad Catz Xbox One Racing Wheel
I’m not a big fan of unboxings these days. There’s a lot of cardboard involved, and if shot incorrectly my hideous feet might get in the frame. But in the case of Mad Catz’ $400 Force Feedback Racing Wheel for the Xbox One, unboxing it on video was a necessity. Otherwise I might have left…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 - Culture
The Week In Games: It’s NHL Week, Everybody!
This is it, folks! The most eagerly anticipated video game release of the season is upon us, with thousands of fans expected to line up at special late night events to pick up their copies of NHL 15. Who’s excited? Also, Destiny comes out on Tuesday. Tuesday, September 9 Destiny | Ps3/PS4/Xbox 360/Xbox One NHL…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 -
CultureCosplayEvery Cosplay Video Should Be A Musical Number
Videographer RealTDragonwas in my backyard last weekend, using the power of his camera to cause Dragon Con cosplayers to burst a rousing chorus of “Ain’t No Mountain High Enough.” More of this, please. Sadly I was too busy recuperating to attend Dragon Con this year, but having been part of the convention’s security team for…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 -
UncategorizedStella Brings Out The Best And Worst In Angry Birds
Feature mostly female feathered heroes and released alongside a line of pink-centric toys, one wouldn’t be blamed for assuming Angry Birds Stella is a game for “girls.” It’s a game for any fan of the series who wants to see how far it’s come — and the unfortunate direction its going in. There’s no doubt…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 -
UncategorizedReal Life Disney Princes Would Be Horrible People
With the possible exception of Prince Ali (possibly not his real name), Disney Princes would be terrible people in real life, asBuzzFeed demonstrates. Watching this I’ve begun to realize just how much of a negative influence Disney movies have had on my life. They’ve planted unrealistic notions in my head, which I’m going to go…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 - Uncategorized
Kotaku ‘Shop Contest: Destiny Nonvertising
Earlier this week Microsoft did not run an advertisementfor this week’s hot new release, Destiny. Something tells me our Photoshop-savvy readers would do an amazing job of not advertising Destiny. Let’s find out! I am referring to the strange Microsoft ad that popped up last week featuring the Destiny logo on a bottle of cologne,…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 -
UncategorizedAngry Wives, Vicious Dogs And Other Super Mario Bros. Secrets
Did you know the odd behavior of the ghosts in the Super Mario Bros. series was based on the negative reaction of a developer’s wife to long work hours? Just one of many facts uncovered in Did You Know Gaming‘s continuing Super Mario Easter Egg Hunt. I’m pretty sure I knew the Chain Chomps were…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 - Culture
Sunday Comics: Winning At Co-Op
Welcome to Kotaku‘s Sunday Comics, your weekly roundup of the best webcomics. The images enlarge if you click on the magnifying glass icon. Nerf NOW!! by Josué Pereira. Published September 6. Read more of Nerf NOW!! Awkward Zombie by Katie Tiedrich. Published September 1. Read more of Awkward Zombie Penny Arcade by Jerry Holkins and…
By Mike Fahey Published September 7, 2014 - Uncategorized
Get a Free Game of Your Choice With A New Xbox One, Including Destiny
Microsoft’s new promotion that gives you a free game of your choice with the purchase of a new Xbox One is now live, and runs through September 13th. [Xbox One Free Game Promotion] While Amazon is including Destiny in the promotion, many other retailers are either excluding it, or not making it eligible until the…
By Shane Roberts Published September 7, 2014 - Uncategorized
Kotaku ‘Shop Contest: The Next New 3DS: The Winners!
Followinglast week’s reveal of Nintendo’s New 3DS, I asked our photo manipulation-savvy readers to take us beyond that announcement to the next next 3DS. They did not disappoint. Well, most of them didn’t. The most non-disappointing entry of them all this week comes from Arch Duke Maxyenko, who correctly guessed (probably) that the only step…
By Mike Fahey Published September 6, 2014 - Uncategorized
The latest stupid mobile puzzle game I can’t stop playing. It’s called Diamond Digger Saga — that’s right, it’s a King game. Another bright and colorful level-based puzzle game with compelling dynamics that keep you coming back for one more damn level. It’s free to level 40 on iOS and Google Play (or there’s always…
By Mike Fahey Published September 6, 2014
