Join the cast of Another Videogame Webcomic as we peek behind the curtain to see what exactly goes into bringing your favorite video games to the small screen. It may be a job in video games, but it's still a job.
2D or DD?
You guys probably don’t know the game we’re referring to in the comic... unless you’re a fan of 2D games and/or big boobs. (I’m guessing at least half of you out there are fans of the latter.) If you’re a fan of both, then you’ve probably heard about Dragon’s Crown which was announced at E3 earlier this month.I’ve only played one of Vanillaware’s previous outings, Odin Sphere, but it was a hand drawn breath of fresh air in a sea of polygons. (In fact, it was one of the last games I played on my PS2... and the first game I played on my backwards compatible PS3.) From the previews, Dragon’s Crown looks a lot like Capcom’s old Dungeons & Dragons arcade side-scrollers, which gets a big thumbs up from me. And four player co-op is always a plus.
By the way, does anyone else think it’s a no-brainer to develop a D&D game for the WiiU (Is that the best name you could come up with Nintendo?)? Since the WiiU can only support a limited number of WiiPads (Is that really what we’re calling it?) it’d make sense to have that player use it like a DM screen. They’d be able to control what was going on in the battlefield like an real time strategy game. The other players would play using the Wiimotes (I guess they have a soft spot for crappy names.) and it’d play like a side-scroller beat ‘em up. But I digress...
I’m not sure when Dragon’s Crown will actually be out (Amazon has it up for preorder for release in March 2012) but I’m looking forward to some classic 2D action. Also... boobs.
Player Two
After the resurgence of multiplayer co-op, GameBizCo Inc. hired Player Two to be the Goose to someone else's Maverick. His workload isn't quite as heavy as most of the other people working at GameBizCo Inc. and as a result, he spends a lot of time in the break room or playing computer solitaire.
First Appearance: Another Videogame Webcomic?!? An Introduction
Player One
Player One is top dog at GameBizCo Inc. Nearly every game, from Pong to Mario Bros to Grand Theft Auto, requires Player One's expertise. His cocksure and sometimes inappropriate attitude is an annoyance to his coworkers but seeing as every game needs a first player, they make due.
First Appearance: Bonus Stage! Here comes Player One!
Damsel I. Distress
Whether it be a castle, a dungeon or mystical island, Damsel always needs to be saved... and she hates it. Damsel longs for the day when she's given the role of a strong female lead character who doesn't have huge breasts with hyper accurate physics.
First Appearance: LittleBIGPlanet
Final Boss
Underneath the huge brute that is Final Boss lies a timid creature who wouldn't hurt a fly. He puts on his "angry face" when throwing barrels down ramps or breathing fire but deep down he feels sorry for doing so. He's been known to throw a game or two in the player's favor.
First Appearance: World Record
John Minion
John Minion, or Min for short, is the hardest working employee at GameBizCo Inc. Playing everything from Goombas to no name thugs, Min gets beat up on a daily basis but loves every minute of it. He always wanted to work in the gaming industry and was originally hired as an intern. After years of getting coffee, his big break came when someone called in sick... and the rest is history.
First Appearance: Watchmen: The End is Nigh
Middle Manager
Middle Manager works in the Human Resources department. He runs staff meetings and interviews prospective employees. The other 90% of his time is spent playing Freecell on his computer.
First Appearance: Another Videogame Webcomic?!? An Introduction