Midwest Gaming Classic 2012

Mathius · 01/19/2012, 06:35 PM

Quote from: majors on 01/19/2012, 04:35 PMIf you'all wear buttons or coordinated t-shirts, I might have to distance myself. You'll all look like a group of Chinese tourist.

How about we just all sit around and play the greatest console evah while waxin' fond memories of the heyday for 16-bit gaming (and have a few beers).

T-shirts and stuffs would be cool and all, but Majors may be right.

I still wouldn't mind going all expensive and doing Ghostbusters style jumpsuits with SEGA or NES inside the red crossed out circle.

bartre · 01/19/2012, 08:52 PM

speaking of cults, was anyone gonna do a dinner thing like last year?

Mathius · 01/19/2012, 10:36 PM

Quote from: bartre on 01/19/2012, 08:52 PMspeaking of cults, was anyone gonna do a dinner thing like last year?

Ash and me are going to try and find a place recommended by a coworker called "Sully's". I here they blow Kopp's out of the water.

nectarsis · 01/19/2012, 10:45 PM

Solly's, or Sully's?

alexsduo · 01/19/2012, 10:49 PM

I have a forever-lazy and I was thinking of buying another one to sew a patch or something on it, shit looks real official... Just saying...

Crossing out nes/sega is probably considered fighting words, and I would not risk a brawl...

Mathius · 01/20/2012, 12:11 AM

Quote from: nectarsis on 01/19/2012, 10:45 PMSolly's, or Sully's?

Sully's

Quote from: alexsduo on 01/19/2012, 10:49 PMI have a forever-lazy and I was thinking of buying another one to sew a patch or something on it, shit looks real official... Just saying...

Crossing out nes/sega is probably considered fighting words, and I would not risk a brawl...

Na, it would all be in good humor.

majors · 01/20/2012, 11:10 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 01/19/2012, 06:35 PM...doing Ghostbusters style jumpsuits with SEGA or NES inside the red crossed out circle.

I'd be fightin' ya over the Sega, but Nintendo is all good to bash. Better to go positive and hype the NEC name. At least at a gaming con folks might "get" what you mean but outside of the game world people will think you are a Microsoft or Sony fanboy.

How about we get some beer koozies with "OBEY" written on them? Don't worry, any soda can will fit also

Mathius · 01/20/2012, 11:41 AM

Quote from: majors on 01/20/2012, 11:10 AM
Quote from: Mathius on 01/19/2012, 06:35 PM...doing Ghostbusters style jumpsuits with SEGA or NES inside the red crossed out circle.
I'd be fightin' ya over the Sega, but Nintendo is all good to bash. Better to go positive and hype the NEC name. At least at a gaming con folks might "get" what you mean but outside of the game world people will think you are a Microsoft or Sony fanboy.

How about we get some beer koozies with "OBEY" written on them? Don't worry, any soda can will fit also

I wouldn't be bashing anyone. It would be all tongue-in-cheek.

I like the koozie idea lol

OldRover · 01/20/2012, 11:44 AM

Quote from: alexsduo on 01/19/2012, 10:49 PMand I would not risk a brawl...

Watching a gamer nerd bare-knuckle brawl would be kind of like watching an episode of Walker Texas Ranger... entertaining for two seconds, but then boredom sets in from the sheer ridiculousness of it all.

Mathius · 01/20/2012, 11:46 AM

Quote from: OldRover on 01/20/2012, 11:44 AM
Quote from: alexsduo on 01/19/2012, 10:49 PMand I would not risk a brawl...
Watching a gamer nerd bare-knuckle brawl would be kind of like watching an episode of Walker Texas Ranger... entertaining for two seconds, but then boredom sets in from the sheer ridiculousness of it all.

Nice rotoscoped avatar, Rovie!

guyjin · 01/21/2012, 03:46 PM

So a week ago, I had to get my brakes fixed. There were other problems as well, and the whole thing cost me $1000. I'll still be paying it off in March, so I'm not sure I can make it.

If I get my taxes done early and my return is enough, it might still be on the table.

Mathius · 01/21/2012, 04:17 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 01/21/2012, 03:46 PMSo a week ago, I had to get my brakes fixed. There were other problems as well, and the whole thing cost me $1000. I'll still be paying it off in March, so I'm not sure I can make it.

If I get my taxes done early and my return is enough, it might still be on the table.

Hopefully see you there. Good luck!

nectarsis · 01/21/2012, 07:53 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 01/21/2012, 03:46 PMSo a week ago, I had to get my brakes fixed. There were other problems as well, and the whole thing cost me $1000. I'll still be paying it off in March, so I'm not sure I can make it.

If I get my taxes done early and my return is enough, it might still be on the table.

^Scott Walkers fault

Ash · 01/23/2012, 03:49 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 01/21/2012, 03:46 PMSo a week ago, I had to get my brakes fixed. There were other problems as well, and the whole thing cost me $1000. I'll still be paying it off in March, so I'm not sure I can make it.

If I get my taxes done early and my return is enough, it might still be on the table.

Yeah we all hope you can still go. Good luck

We hope to see you there.

Mishran · 01/26/2012, 11:13 AM

Put my vacation time in at work for this. If all goes well, you'll be seeing a new face in the crowd. Rather excited, but its unfortunate I'll be coming alone. Oh, well plenty of ME time I guess.

BlueBMW · 01/26/2012, 11:32 AM

Awesome Mish. There will be a bunch of us there so you wont be alone. You might see if someone wants to split a hotel room to save some cash.

Mishran · 01/26/2012, 11:44 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/26/2012, 11:32 AMYou might see if someone wants to split a hotel room to save some cash.

I was actually thinking about that. Its definitely open for discussion with anyone who might be interested. Less hotel fees means more money for gaming goodies!

Mathius · 01/26/2012, 12:22 PM

Quote from: Mishran on 01/26/2012, 11:44 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/26/2012, 11:32 AMYou might see if someone wants to split a hotel room to save some cash.
I was actually thinking about that. Its definitely open for discussion with anyone who might be interested. Less hotel fees means more money for gaming goodies!

Welcome!

If it should occur that you get your own room make sure you book it through MGC's website. You'll get a special rate.

majors · 01/26/2012, 01:26 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/26/2012, 11:32 AMYou might see if someone wants to split a hotel room to save some cash.

Add me to any list. I have a back-up plan in case there is no space left, but if anyone needs help to offset the cost PM me. I'll be arriving Friday evening, leaving Sunday afternoon.

Mathius · 01/26/2012, 01:31 PM

Quote from: majors on 01/26/2012, 01:26 PM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 01/26/2012, 11:32 AMYou might see if someone wants to split a hotel room to save some cash.
Add me to any list. I have a back-up plan in case there is no space left, but if anyone needs help to offset the cost PM me. I'll be arriving Friday evening, leaving Sunday afternoon.

You're no going to cut out before the show is over are you, Majors?

Mishran · 01/26/2012, 01:49 PM

So what is the overall plan anyway? Same as last year with a separate room specifically for OBEY?

Mathius · 01/26/2012, 06:17 PM

Quote from: Mishran on 01/26/2012, 01:49 PMSo what is the overall plan anyway? Same as last year with a separate room specifically for OBEY?

Not this year. Everything is going to be in the Die-Hard Gamer room (I think that is what it is called) along with all the other retro/current gen consoles.

majors · 01/27/2012, 11:27 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 01/26/2012, 01:31 PMYou're no going to cut out before the show is over are you, Majors?

Gotta plan to catch, son. Return flights start @ 4pm.

Mathius · 01/27/2012, 12:31 PM

Quote from: majors on 01/27/2012, 11:27 AM
Quote from: Mathius on 01/26/2012, 01:31 PMYou're no going to cut out before the show is over are you, Majors?
Gotta plan to catch, son. Return flights start @ 4pm.

Bummers.

Ash · 01/27/2012, 07:49 PM

Quote from: Mathius on 01/26/2012, 06:17 PM
Quote from: Mishran on 01/26/2012, 01:49 PMSo what is the overall plan anyway? Same as last year with a separate room specifically for OBEY?
Not this year. Everything is going to be in the Die-Hard Gamer room (I think that is what it is called) along with all the other retro/current gen consoles.

This year is going to be awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!

OldRover · 01/28/2012, 10:10 AM

All the years seem to be awesome, and I have to miss it every single time.

Mathius · 01/28/2012, 12:24 PM

Quote from: OldRover on 01/28/2012, 10:10 AMAll the years seem to be awesome, and I have to miss it every single time.

You should remedy that this year.

Ash · 01/29/2012, 05:38 PM

Quote from: OldRover on 01/28/2012, 10:10 AMAll the years seem to be awesome, and I have to miss it every single time.

Yeah you should remedy this year for sure!!!!!!!!

nectarsis · 02/13/2012, 11:33 PM

Any newer peeps coming for the show?

esteban · 02/15/2012, 08:31 PM

Quote from: nectarsis on 02/13/2012, 11:33 PMAny newer peeps coming for the show?

If I win the lottery, I'm certainly going to fly out there to Southern Canada.

nectarsis · 02/15/2012, 08:55 PM

Quote from: esteban on 02/15/2012, 08:31 PM
Quote from: nectarsis on 02/13/2012, 11:33 PMAny newer peeps coming for the show?
If I win the lottery, I'm certainly going to fly out there to Southern Canada.

ANYTHING beats Dirty Jerz ;)

Mathius · 02/15/2012, 09:09 PM

Quote from: esteban on 02/15/2012, 08:31 PM
Quote from: nectarsis on 02/13/2012, 11:33 PMAny newer peeps coming for the show?
If I win the lottery, I'm certainly going to fly out there to Southern Canada.

Can't beat the Canadian tropics!

PunkCryborg · 02/15/2012, 09:57 PM

I'm flying up from Florida and I'm all got my tickets! See you guys there!

Mathius · 02/15/2012, 10:17 PM

Quote from: elabit on 02/15/2012, 09:57 PMI'm flying up from Florida and I'm all got my tickets! See you guys there!

Sweet! It'll be good to meet ya, Ela!

Mishran · 02/15/2012, 11:03 PM

You can add me to the list of attendees as well. Can't wait.

Mathius · 02/16/2012, 12:39 AM

Quote from: Mishran on 02/15/2012, 11:03 PMYou can add me to the list of attendees as well. Can't wait.

Added.

Mishran · 02/20/2012, 11:29 PM

Just now ordered the tickets for this online, will they ship actual tickets to my address?

Mathius · 02/20/2012, 11:53 PM

Quote from: Mishran on 02/20/2012, 11:29 PMJust now ordered the tickets for this online, will they ship actual tickets to my address?

I believe so. Last year that's how I got mine.

Tatsujin · 02/21/2012, 04:24 AM

No e-ticketing? How vintage

DragonmasterDan · 02/21/2012, 05:55 AM

Quote from: Tatsujin on 02/21/2012, 04:24 AMNo e-ticketing? How vintage

Last year, if you pre-bought tickets, even when you had them in your hand. You had to stand in a line while an old lady looked your name up on a list. That's vintage.

majors · 02/21/2012, 08:59 AM

Quote from: DragonmasterDan on 02/21/2012, 05:55 AMThat's vintage.

It's called Midwest Gaming CLASSIC for a reason.

I bet they do will not have the Guidebook app even.

DHG Hunter · 02/25/2012, 05:47 PM

Quote from: Tatsujin on 02/21/2012, 04:24 AMNo e-ticketing? How vintage

Nah, we just want to keep the post office afloat for another day or so with our contributions... ;)

Seriously, yes, you should get your tickets in the mail.

As for the iphone/android app, honestly that is something that would be very easy *IF* I had time to do it, but as a few of the guys here can attest to, I haven't had a lot of time lately to do much of anything beyond planning the museum. When Mati runs the whole show for us maybe then I'll get a chance to do it... ;)

Later.

Mathius · 02/26/2012, 06:32 PM

Quote from: DHG Hunter on 02/25/2012, 05:47 PM
Quote from: Tatsujin on 02/21/2012, 04:24 AMNo e-ticketing? How vintage
Nah, we just want to keep the post office afloat for another day or so with our contributions... ;)

Seriously, yes, you should get your tickets in the mail.

As for the iphone/android app, honestly that is something that would be very easy *IF* I had time to do it, but as a few of the guys here can attest to, I haven't had a lot of time lately to do much of anything beyond planning the museum. When Mati runs the whole show for us maybe then I'll get a chance to do it... ;)

Later.

Ugh. I'd say that mantle is going to fall on your shoulders, JD. Someone will need to when Dan Loosen is finally rolling in the $$ thanks to brisk sales of Jaguar merchandise at the Goat Store.

majors · 02/27/2012, 08:55 AM

Quote from: DHG Hunter on 02/25/2012, 05:47 PMAs for the iphone/android app, honestly that is something that would be very easy *IF* I had time to do it

I thought Guildbook was free but I found out from Animazement that you start to get charged when you have over 200 downloads. So the powers that be decided to not utilize it. I make fun of them because they are so cheap.

Only a month away!

Mishran · 03/08/2012, 11:24 AM

Got my tickets in the mail today.

Is it truly worth all the excitement I'm feeling right now?

OldRover · 03/08/2012, 11:35 AM

Maybe I'll make it next year. Maybe.

Mishran · 03/08/2012, 11:48 AM

There won't be a next year...

Mathius · 03/08/2012, 12:25 PM

Quote from: Mishran on 03/08/2012, 11:24 AMGot my tickets in the mail today.

Is it truly worth all the excitement I'm feeling right now?

Perfectly natural.

Just wait until you get there. You'll think you died and gone to heaven.

majors · 03/08/2012, 03:06 PM

I changed my plans, and gonna return home Monday morning (thanks to Blue) instead of Sunday afternoon. Still getting in Friday afternoon, I know you'all can't wait (for me)!

As I asked Blue, if any games or accessories are needed, post up! Hate to fly all the way up there and be stuck with FOUR player Battle Lode Runner

Mishran · 03/08/2012, 03:26 PM

I can provide some items if needed as well. I'm driving, so I can fit some stuff in the back of the truck. A tv, system or two, games, accessories, etc. Just let me know ahead of time.