Just what the title says.
Release day is tomorrow.
I'm so f*cking excited.
Let's get started.
10) The Limited Edition
Excited to complete the collection. Nothing like a good steelbook.
09) Alternate skins
Always fun and excited to see them in cutscenes.
08) New gadgets
What is Rocksteady bringing to the table this time?
07) Massive open world
What secrets and easter eggs can we find?
06) The Batmobile
Time to serve justice as the Batman and his personal tank.
05) Insane graphics
True next-gen graphics. Make me proud, PS4.
04) Joker's inevitable appearance
Likely Mark Hamill's final role. Bring it on.
03) Scarecrow nightmares
What insanity will Crane bring?
02) Extra characters/Dual Play
Hopefully I can team up Robin and Red Hood in challenge mode.
01) Finishing the story
How will it all end?
Bring on the 23rd.
Peace out.
Monday, June 22, 2015
Sunday, June 7, 2015
The Blog Guy Buy Guide: Batman: Arkham Knight's Collector's Editions
Hi guys!
This is my first, and, for the reason that I will likely not be quite so passionate about such a thing for a good long while, likely only Blog Guy Buy Guide that I will post on this blog, guys.
As can be read via the title, this one focuses yet again on the Batman: Arkham series, this time specifically on its upcoming finale, Batman: Arkham Knight. Which, because, y'know, WB Games, has a ton of extra purchasible content, not least of which include the collector's editions.
Thus far, there are three. Yes, three. It is indeed a bit of a problem and one I'm here to attempt to solve for you. Solve which one is worth your money over both others. True, without having them before me, true, but I'm here to see if I can do it before the game even releases! So you can buy it before the limited edition go out of stock.
*Cracks gauntlets* So, let's get started!
First off, let's see what each selection contains.
1) "The Serious Edition"
Price: $69.99
Contains: Game, 1st Appearance Batman skin, Limited Edition 25th Anniversary Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on a Serious Earth Hardcover comic book
2) "The Limited Edition"
Price: $99.99
Contains: Game, Steelbook, Art book, Batman: Arkham Knight #0 comic book, New 52 skin pack, and Batman: Hero of Gotham City statue
3) "The Batmobile Edition"
Price: $199.99
Contains: Game, Steelbook, Art book, Batman: Arkham Knight #0 comic book, New 52 skin pack, and TriForce transforming Batmobile statue
The likelihood stands, I'm sure, that since you're interested in a title focusing on Arkham Knight collector's editions, you have the interest to buy and money to spend for these, just which one is the question on your mind, which suggests you're willing to pay a decent amount, but you still want the best deal no matter the dedication. Alrighty, then, Mr./Mrs. Specific. Let's see what I can do for you.
The main reason people buy collector's editions is to recieve exclusive and or/early content. Both the Limited and Batmobile editions easily fulfill those needs, but let's take a look at our Serious friend:
Casual buy if: You're interested in and do not own the graphic novel.
Casual don't buy if: You're looking for something a little more uncommon and exciting/You already own the graphic novel.
Casual don't buy if: You can't live without a Batmobile statue or only the normal or Serious editions fit your price range.
Casual buy if: [Beep] it, you want a Batmobile.
Casual don't buy if: You don't want to waste half a PS4 on a gimmick that you've already seen enough in commercials anyways.
My order of recommendation:
1) The Limited Edition: A quite good deal. Fun extras to add to your buy.
2) The Serious Edition: One major positive. Not much, but if you want something a little cheaper.
3) The Batmobile Edition: Far too much money for one add-on that replaces something else.
So, I'm buying the Limited Edition.
If you haven't guessed.
It's my personal opinion. I find it the best deal. It's not too little for too much, or too commonplace for a guaranteed purchase.
Of course, if one or the other truly suits your fancy, don't let me dissuade you too far from what you really want. It's your money, do what you want with it, and I hope you enjoy the game when it releases!
Here're a couple more guide buys to try, if a few more specifics need to be narrowed down:
Which console to buy on?:
1) PC: Far better graphical output and on-the-go gaming.
2) PS4: Exclusive content's always a plus, even if it's for a limited period.
3) Xbox One: Uh...the disc's on the left of the case?
Pre-order bonus:
1) GameStop: It's Red Hood. Just...Red Hood.
2) Amazon: Guaranteed decent delivery and First Appearance Batman skin.
3) Wal-Mart: Prototype Batmobile skin.
4) Best Buy: WayneTech Booster Pack with early upgrades. Whoopee.
And...exit stage right. Thanks for reading this pretty fly singular try at the blog guy buy guide. I'll see you soon, and you may expect to see more Batman content in the future. Bye!
This is my first, and, for the reason that I will likely not be quite so passionate about such a thing for a good long while, likely only Blog Guy Buy Guide that I will post on this blog, guys.
As can be read via the title, this one focuses yet again on the Batman: Arkham series, this time specifically on its upcoming finale, Batman: Arkham Knight. Which, because, y'know, WB Games, has a ton of extra purchasible content, not least of which include the collector's editions.
Thus far, there are three. Yes, three. It is indeed a bit of a problem and one I'm here to attempt to solve for you. Solve which one is worth your money over both others. True, without having them before me, true, but I'm here to see if I can do it before the game even releases! So you can buy it before the limited edition go out of stock.
*Cracks gauntlets* So, let's get started!
First off, let's see what each selection contains.
1) "The Serious Edition"
Price: $69.99
Contains: Game, 1st Appearance Batman skin, Limited Edition 25th Anniversary Arkham Asylum: A Serious House on a Serious Earth Hardcover comic book
2) "The Limited Edition"
Price: $99.99
Contains: Game, Steelbook, Art book, Batman: Arkham Knight #0 comic book, New 52 skin pack, and Batman: Hero of Gotham City statue
3) "The Batmobile Edition"
Price: $199.99
Contains: Game, Steelbook, Art book, Batman: Arkham Knight #0 comic book, New 52 skin pack, and TriForce transforming Batmobile statue
The likelihood stands, I'm sure, that since you're interested in a title focusing on Arkham Knight collector's editions, you have the interest to buy and money to spend for these, just which one is the question on your mind, which suggests you're willing to pay a decent amount, but you still want the best deal no matter the dedication. Alrighty, then, Mr./Mrs. Specific. Let's see what I can do for you.
The main reason people buy collector's editions is to recieve exclusive and or/early content. Both the Limited and Batmobile editions easily fulfill those needs, but let's take a look at our Serious friend:
THE SERIOUS EDITION:
It's certainly the cheapest of our selections, but that's due to the lack of interesting content. One of the main advertised deal-y deals is the Batman First Appearance skin, which is really kinda [BEEP]. The skin not only is available with all purchases from Amazon, but the Serious Edition is exclusive there, so 2/3 of what's included with the Serious Edition is free with all Amazon purchases. The best part of the bundle is easily its namesake, the graphic novel, which, with the normal $60 buying price for the game, is a 60% discount. That's a pretty damn good bargain, but with this being a fairly common book, and as a Batman fan of the Arkham series or the character in general, chances are you already own the comic in some form or another. So, what does this all average up to?Casual buy if: You're interested in and do not own the graphic novel.
Casual don't buy if: You're looking for something a little more uncommon and exciting/You already own the graphic novel.
THE LIMITED EDITION:
Next up is the Limited Edition, the most similar option to those released for the past games, containing your essential artbook, statue, and DLC pack, along with a steelbook and a comic. As with the past games, an extra $40 for some average but still exciting additional content is far from steep. The artbook fulfills any interest in behind-the-scenes info and seems to be fairly thick from the pictures we've seen so far, the steelbook is perfect for those who want something special to hold their game in, the comic book is likely a good read (going by the rest of the Arkham comic releases, anyways), and the statue looks to be fairly high quality for a cheaper alternative to the edition they really want you to buy (guess). And, of course, no one cares too much about a skin pack, but they're always a nice edition, especially if you're not interested in the season pass. So, what does this all add up to?
Casual buy if: You're looking for the best deal of the pack.Casual don't buy if: You can't live without a Batmobile statue or only the normal or Serious editions fit your price range.
THE BATMOBILE EDITION:
And finally, we have the Batmobile Edition. Personally, I probably would've ordered this edition right upon announcement, with those cool little Tri-Force transforming gimmicks, had the price not been so [beep]ing high. I mean, I get that's it's a cool little collectible with an interesting feature, but an extra $140 is much too high for exactly the same package as the $100-less Limited Edition (save for its own statue), which means you're paying double it's price for a car to put on your shelf or desk, or likely drop and scratch playing with it. I'm probably one of the Batman: Arkham series' biggest fans, and would likely pay more than I should for the package (I've already bought the Season Pass), but this is just a bunch of bull[beep]. So, what does this all add up to?Casual buy if: [Beep] it, you want a Batmobile.
Casual don't buy if: You don't want to waste half a PS4 on a gimmick that you've already seen enough in commercials anyways.
My order of recommendation:
1) The Limited Edition: A quite good deal. Fun extras to add to your buy.
2) The Serious Edition: One major positive. Not much, but if you want something a little cheaper.
3) The Batmobile Edition: Far too much money for one add-on that replaces something else.
So, I'm buying the Limited Edition.
If you haven't guessed.
It's my personal opinion. I find it the best deal. It's not too little for too much, or too commonplace for a guaranteed purchase.
Of course, if one or the other truly suits your fancy, don't let me dissuade you too far from what you really want. It's your money, do what you want with it, and I hope you enjoy the game when it releases!
Here're a couple more guide buys to try, if a few more specifics need to be narrowed down:
Which console to buy on?:
1) PC: Far better graphical output and on-the-go gaming.
2) PS4: Exclusive content's always a plus, even if it's for a limited period.
3) Xbox One: Uh...the disc's on the left of the case?
Pre-order bonus:
1) GameStop: It's Red Hood. Just...Red Hood.
2) Amazon: Guaranteed decent delivery and First Appearance Batman skin.
3) Wal-Mart: Prototype Batmobile skin.
4) Best Buy: WayneTech Booster Pack with early upgrades. Whoopee.
And...exit stage right. Thanks for reading this pretty fly singular try at the blog guy buy guide. I'll see you soon, and you may expect to see more Batman content in the future. Bye!
F14: Fortune Cookie Sunday!
"That decision you've been hanging on, don't go for it. But that other one, why the hell not?"
Your lucky numbers: 54 16 32 79 51 10
Your lucky numbers: 54 16 32 79 51 10
Saturday, June 6, 2015
17: Top Ten Best: Arrested Development Quotes & Gags
Recently, I've been spending my spare time digging into what on Netflix's instant streaming service (now available for $209.97 a month), with Psych and Chuck coming off as fair highlights.
Truly, though, my best discovery is Arrested Development.
Due to information gathering online, I've learned that Arrested Development first started airing back in my younger years in the early 2000's, eventually growing a small but dedicated fanbase throughout it's three seasons. However, no matter how hard it tried, word of the show's brilliance didn't get out there and it closed off at the end of a season five-nine episodes shorter than its brothers. And that was the end of it, the final episode ending with a "on the epilouge" rather than the customary "on the next episode." No other network picked up the series, and plans for a movie fell through.
Until 2013, that is. Netflix, FOX, and Imagine made a deal to put together a reunion season that brought back the main cast. Each episode focused on a select character, allowing the busy stars to work on other projects simultaneously, and fifteen new half-hours or so began again with the story of the Bluth family.
And though not by much, Arrested Development's fanbase slowly widened, eventually long enough for ideas for another season or a movie to develop once again. And, thanks to the recent announcement of Season 5, it's perfect timing to release myself an Arrested Development top ten list. And what else could it be for, than the top quotes & gags from the show that packs over a hundred jokes into a 22-37 minute episode.
Enjoy guys.
It's Arrested Development.
10. "I don't know what I expected."
Prime character: Michael Bluth
Why?: Michael, though being the center in most of the advertisements and snapshots for Arrested Development, is, I think, probably the only character in the ensemble that couldn't quite maintain many laughs on his own. Michael's deadpan and mortified reactions to his awful family are what truly make him, and, simple as this one is, it's a perfect quote for the man that had to keep the Bluth family together.
9. "Illusions. A trick is something a whore does for money...[looks at children]...or candy."
Prime character: G.O.B. Bluth
Why?: This line, coming from the very first episode of the series ["Pilot"], really shows how genius it was from the start, a trait which, miraculously, it has failed to lose so far. Not to mention it's part of our introduction to G.O.B., my favorite character from the show.
8. George-Michael's hopeless crush on Maeby
Best example: George-Michael's living with Maeby montage ["Top Banana"]
Prime character(s): George-Michael Bluth, Maeby Funke
Why?: George-Michael, though he didn't have many things to offer, was great with what he did have. Whether it was Maeby being clueless to his blatant crush, or Michael taking his confessons some other way, it was a great way to add depth and humor to an otherwise mostly straight character.
7. Ann Veal ("Her?")
Prime character(s): Ann Veal
Why?: Ann Veal is, hands-down, one of the show's best side characters, with everyone always wondering what the [beep] George-Michael sees in her, or getting too deep into her religious affairs with her family. I'm glad her storyline with G.O.B. gave her a bigger role during the later seasons.
6. And please refrain from discussing or engaging in any sort of inter-office [bleep]ing, or [bleep]ing, or finger-[bleep], or [bleep]sting or [bleep]ing, or even [bleep], even though so many people in this office are begging for it. And if anybody does anything with my sister Lindsay, I'll take off my pants, I'll shave my [bleep], and I'll personally [really long bleep]."
Prime character: Gob Bluth
Why?: From a hilariously dirty episode early in the second season of the show ["Afternoon Delight"], the sheer length of this warning speech from G.O.B., the worst boss in the history of the company, which is really saying something, made me break down in laughter. I must've rewatched it five or six times.
5. Franklin Delano Bluth
Prime character: Franklin Delano Bluth/G.O.B. Bluth
Why?: Introduced late in Season 2 ["Meet the Veals"], Franklin Delano Bluth never failed to bring something hilarious that Whitey wasn't ready to hear. Whether he was a prime suspect in a kidnapping affair, or singing about his many children he's never met, died white or not, I'd always let this little racy puppet into my club.
4. The family's impressions of chickens ("Cockaw-cockaw-cockaw!")
Prime character(s): G.O.B. Bluth, Lindsay Funke, George Bluth, Lucille Bluth
Variation: "Has anyone here actually ever seen a chicken?" (Michael Bluth)
Why?: Something each member of the family has to offer: a unique chicken dance, usually utilized to make fun of a poor, annoyed Michael. Their sheer difference from what a chicken sounds like, and ignorance towards this factoid, is always great.
3. "The Sound of Silence"
Prime character(s): G.O.B. Bluth, Tony Wonder
Why?: Perfectly utilized in the fourth season, this always manages to play when G.O.B. (or once, Tony Wonder) realizes how truly alone he is. Will Arnett's blank yet sorrowful expression he always puts on when the track begins just adds to the wonder.
2. "I've made a huge mistake."
Prime character: G.O.B. Bluth
Why?: Occassionally used by characters throughout the show, but usually G.O.B., the joke gets funnier the more times it's used. Everytime one of the Bluth family screws up, you just find yourself waiting for it.
Honorable Mentions:
1. "Steve Holt!" (Steve Holt)
2. The literal doctor (The literal doctor)
3. "No touching!" (George Bluth Sr., jail guard)
4. "And that's why you always leave a note!" (J. Walter Weatherman)
5. "This is a [insert high number of $] suit! Come on!" (G.O.B. Bluth)
1. Almost everything Tobias says being suggestive or awkward ("I'm afraid I just blue myself.")
Prime character: Tobias Funke
Why?: Whether he's wondering where the [BEEP] his hard-boiled eggs are, or proclaiming himself a proud "analrapist," Tobias Funke's genius misstatements are always a joy to hear, whether he understands them or not. Honestly, it's not surprising our never nude eventually ended up on "To Catch a Predator," and then, well, jail.
Whew, there we are. See you guys again, soon. If anyone wants more Arrested Development, make sure to comment down below and let me now.
Thanks.
That was Arrested Development.
Previous Top Ten: "Top Ten Best: Marvel Cinematic Universe Entries (& Top Anticipated)"
Coming Soon: "Top Ten Best: Reasons I'm Excited for Arkham Knight"
Truly, though, my best discovery is Arrested Development.
Due to information gathering online, I've learned that Arrested Development first started airing back in my younger years in the early 2000's, eventually growing a small but dedicated fanbase throughout it's three seasons. However, no matter how hard it tried, word of the show's brilliance didn't get out there and it closed off at the end of a season five-nine episodes shorter than its brothers. And that was the end of it, the final episode ending with a "on the epilouge" rather than the customary "on the next episode." No other network picked up the series, and plans for a movie fell through.
Until 2013, that is. Netflix, FOX, and Imagine made a deal to put together a reunion season that brought back the main cast. Each episode focused on a select character, allowing the busy stars to work on other projects simultaneously, and fifteen new half-hours or so began again with the story of the Bluth family.
And though not by much, Arrested Development's fanbase slowly widened, eventually long enough for ideas for another season or a movie to develop once again. And, thanks to the recent announcement of Season 5, it's perfect timing to release myself an Arrested Development top ten list. And what else could it be for, than the top quotes & gags from the show that packs over a hundred jokes into a 22-37 minute episode.
Enjoy guys.
It's Arrested Development.
10. "I don't know what I expected."
Prime character: Michael Bluth
Why?: Michael, though being the center in most of the advertisements and snapshots for Arrested Development, is, I think, probably the only character in the ensemble that couldn't quite maintain many laughs on his own. Michael's deadpan and mortified reactions to his awful family are what truly make him, and, simple as this one is, it's a perfect quote for the man that had to keep the Bluth family together.
9. "Illusions. A trick is something a whore does for money...[looks at children]...or candy."
Prime character: G.O.B. Bluth
Why?: This line, coming from the very first episode of the series ["Pilot"], really shows how genius it was from the start, a trait which, miraculously, it has failed to lose so far. Not to mention it's part of our introduction to G.O.B., my favorite character from the show.
8. George-Michael's hopeless crush on Maeby
Best example: George-Michael's living with Maeby montage ["Top Banana"]
Prime character(s): George-Michael Bluth, Maeby Funke
Why?: George-Michael, though he didn't have many things to offer, was great with what he did have. Whether it was Maeby being clueless to his blatant crush, or Michael taking his confessons some other way, it was a great way to add depth and humor to an otherwise mostly straight character.
7. Ann Veal ("Her?")
Prime character(s): Ann Veal
Why?: Ann Veal is, hands-down, one of the show's best side characters, with everyone always wondering what the [beep] George-Michael sees in her, or getting too deep into her religious affairs with her family. I'm glad her storyline with G.O.B. gave her a bigger role during the later seasons.
6. And please refrain from discussing or engaging in any sort of inter-office [bleep]ing, or [bleep]ing, or finger-[bleep], or [bleep]sting or [bleep]ing, or even [bleep], even though so many people in this office are begging for it. And if anybody does anything with my sister Lindsay, I'll take off my pants, I'll shave my [bleep], and I'll personally [really long bleep]."
Prime character: Gob Bluth
Why?: From a hilariously dirty episode early in the second season of the show ["Afternoon Delight"], the sheer length of this warning speech from G.O.B., the worst boss in the history of the company, which is really saying something, made me break down in laughter. I must've rewatched it five or six times.
5. Franklin Delano Bluth
Prime character: Franklin Delano Bluth/G.O.B. Bluth
Why?: Introduced late in Season 2 ["Meet the Veals"], Franklin Delano Bluth never failed to bring something hilarious that Whitey wasn't ready to hear. Whether he was a prime suspect in a kidnapping affair, or singing about his many children he's never met, died white or not, I'd always let this little racy puppet into my club.
4. The family's impressions of chickens ("Cockaw-cockaw-cockaw!")
Prime character(s): G.O.B. Bluth, Lindsay Funke, George Bluth, Lucille Bluth
Variation: "Has anyone here actually ever seen a chicken?" (Michael Bluth)
Why?: Something each member of the family has to offer: a unique chicken dance, usually utilized to make fun of a poor, annoyed Michael. Their sheer difference from what a chicken sounds like, and ignorance towards this factoid, is always great.
3. "The Sound of Silence"
Prime character(s): G.O.B. Bluth, Tony Wonder
Why?: Perfectly utilized in the fourth season, this always manages to play when G.O.B. (or once, Tony Wonder) realizes how truly alone he is. Will Arnett's blank yet sorrowful expression he always puts on when the track begins just adds to the wonder.
2. "I've made a huge mistake."
Prime character: G.O.B. Bluth
Why?: Occassionally used by characters throughout the show, but usually G.O.B., the joke gets funnier the more times it's used. Everytime one of the Bluth family screws up, you just find yourself waiting for it.
Honorable Mentions:
1. "Steve Holt!" (Steve Holt)
2. The literal doctor (The literal doctor)
3. "No touching!" (George Bluth Sr., jail guard)
4. "And that's why you always leave a note!" (J. Walter Weatherman)
5. "This is a [insert high number of $] suit! Come on!" (G.O.B. Bluth)
1. Almost everything Tobias says being suggestive or awkward ("I'm afraid I just blue myself.")
Prime character: Tobias Funke
Why?: Whether he's wondering where the [BEEP] his hard-boiled eggs are, or proclaiming himself a proud "analrapist," Tobias Funke's genius misstatements are always a joy to hear, whether he understands them or not. Honestly, it's not surprising our never nude eventually ended up on "To Catch a Predator," and then, well, jail.
Whew, there we are. See you guys again, soon. If anyone wants more Arrested Development, make sure to comment down below and let me now.
Thanks.
That was Arrested Development.
Previous Top Ten: "Top Ten Best: Marvel Cinematic Universe Entries (& Top Anticipated)"
Coming Soon: "Top Ten Best: Reasons I'm Excited for Arkham Knight"
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