In Real Life

Breaking: Gabe Newell Grows Beard [Update]

Progress Score: Initially startling, but apprehension soon gives way to an appreciation of its wispy whiteness. Post-apocalyptic desert ranger meets Santa Claus. Most likely not a Half-Life Episode 3 tease.

Most likely.

Valve’s Gabe Newell [Penny Arcade Report | Pic by Dabe Alan]

Most likely.

Valve’s Gabe Newell [Penny Arcade Report]

UPDATE – Wow. This little thing generated some unexpected responses. For what it’s worth, here’s my $0.02.


February 14, 2012
In Real Life

Hideo Kojima Thinks He’s Ryan Gosling Now

The man? That’s Metal Gear creator Hideo Kojima. The jacket? That’s a replica of Ryan Gosling’s from the movie Drive. With Hollywood’s big night looming, a little Oscar party cosplay, perhaps?


May 13, 2009

Patrice Has Been Found!


May 4, 2009
In Real Life

J Allard? No, It’s Doctor J Allard

J Allard has, tragically, been in hiding for some time now. And still is! But his name, at least, has come out of hiding. We’re glad. And so, so glad that when it did resurface, it was to share the limelight with some illustrious company!


April 24, 2009
In Real Life

You Too Can Meet 50 Cent!

That is, if you live in New York City. And if you do, lucky you.


January 29, 2009
In Real Life

Megan Fox Also Plays Guitar Hero

Why is Megan Fox playing Guitar Hero on the Wii news? It’s not, you ungrateful little jerks. Here I am giving you pictures of Megan Fox and you question my posting judgment? How dare you.


December 5, 2008
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Tim Schafer Caught Wearing A Brutal Legend Shirt

We haven’t done a Kotaku Stalku in ages. That makes us think, hey, we should do one! Good thing reader Jaime sent us this picture and note:


October 20, 2008
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This Is What It Sounds Like When Dude Huge Cries

You know Dude Huge likes the Lancers. The blood, the gravelly voices, the destroyed beauty. But do you know what he likes to listen to? What he kicks his feet up to after a hard day’s puppy eating/Larry Hryb chainsawing/developing? Let’s find out! The Dude’s Zune profile has his favourite songs listed, and amongst the picks are Welcome to the Jungle, Paint it Black and, yes, Prince’s When Doves Cry. I love that song. I love everyone who loves that song. Don’t make me chase you, Dude Huge. Even doves have pride.

Cliff At Epic [Zune, via X3F]


October 15, 2008
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Rumor: Ric Flair, Bear Suit Spotted At EA LA

Sources deep within the EA borders tells us that professional wrestler Ric Flair and a guy in a bear suit were spotted at the EA Los Angeles gym earlier today. According to the report, “Ric Flair and a guy in a bear suit are currently filming something in the EA Los Angeles gym.” See? Exactly what we said.


April 4, 2008
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Uwe Boll Can Write His Name

Reader Vincent took one for the team. He not only met Uwe Boll, but also saw the early sneak Postal screening. In the same night. Reader Vincent sounds like a total masochist! According to reader Vincent, the movie is a “decent homage” to the game and “decently funny.” Writes reader Vincent: