By Matthew Walden on Apr 03, 2015 04:14 am
1. You Relentlessly Pursue Monetization Opportunities
It may sound crass, but the most useful thing you can prove on your resume is your zeal to increase profits. If you've played any Mario games, this skill should be well honed by now.
2. You're Comfortable Wearing Several Hats at Once
In today's rapidly shifting business environment, candidates who can perform a variety of tasks will excel. Your new employer wants someone who can multitask and engage in multiple projects simultaneously. (Image via sexgamesandrocknroll)
3. You Are Proficient at Typing
Mavis Beacon's got nothing on this Italian wordsmith who pounds out sentences even faster than he does goombas. If you can clock at least a solid 70+ WPM, you'll leave the competition in the dust.
4. You're Excellent at Spotting Potential Red Flags
The last thing a boss wants to hear is why a problem everyone knew about never got fixed. After decades of flag pole sitting, both you and Mario know a red flag on the horizon when you see one, and you know just how to tackle them.
5. You Launched A New Line With Exponential Profits
The sound of cascades of numbers rapidly increasing is music to any start-up's ears. You've kicked enough koopa shells to get callouses on your thumbs. That's something to brag about.
6. You've Got Expertise in Long-Tail Distribution
The marketplace has transformed. Instead of focusing on huge hits at the head of the demand curve, companies are making more money by giving their attention to smaller niches in the tail. You've handily trounced Bowser the exact same way.
7. You've Demonstrated Sound Risk Management
Whether you're jumping over lava pits or wisely ducking inbound projectiles from powerful magikoopas, your portfolio proves you know exactly how to take risks and when to avoid them. (Image via 1JPS)
8. You Judiciously Let Go of Unproductive Staff
Look. No one likes to fire anyone. But you consider downsizing a way to reward the best members of your team, instead of a way to punish the ones who don't carry their weight. Both you and Mario know how to make the tough calls.
9. You Swam Upstream in a Challenging Economy
It's been about seven years since the great financial crash of 2008, and times have been hard on everyone. But with your handy frog suit, you've swum upstream and managed to stay afloat in the middle of trying circumstances.
10. You Protected Key Resources from Hostile Takeover
Loyalty is hard to come by. But you've got a consistent record of protecting key assets from outside forces. While phantoms lurk at the door, you've held your own. (Image via nathanthemoldy)
11. You Unearthed Hidden Revenue Streams
Never satisfied with the well-trodden path, you've dug deep to discover new avenues for your enterprise to grow. Any headhunter would kill to snatch you up. (Image via Brother Brain)
12. You Provide a Solid Foundation for Teamwork
While a resume is your moment to shine, it's always useful to highlight how well you cooperate with others. You can't spell teamwork without "work," and you've certainly put in more than your share with 4 player co-op.
13. You Stand Firm in the Face of Adversity
It's an unfortunate fact that the marketplace is often hostile, and the weak of spirit don't last very long. You know how to remain calm and levelheaded when the odds are stacked against you. (Image via 1JPS)
14. You've Negotiated Several Golden Parachutes
While golden parachutes have recently come under fire as corporations review their governance policies, there's no denying you've managed to secure dozens of them in the past. Your negotiating position is strong.
15. You've Got Fire in Your Belly
Ask any hiring manager and they'll tell you the number one quality they look for in an employee is passion. You and Mario have over 30 years of combined experience setting a fire under everyone's feet while avoiding burnout. (Image via SSB88)
16. You Are Results Driven With a Proven Track Record
Your princess may be in a different castle, but you don't stop until you reach your goal. You undertake and complete gargantuan tasks every year. Your determination always gets results. Now your resume will too.
By Matthew Walden on Apr 03, 2015 04:13 am
1. Ryu's Stage in Street Fighter II
The midnight castle backdrop of Ryu's classic Street Fighter II stage closely resembles Matsue Castle in Japan's Shimane Prefecture. The entry fee to visit this historic landmark is only 560 Yen, which comes out to about $5. Or the cost of 10 rounds on the original arcade game.
2. Chun Li's Stage in Street Fighter II
Chun Li's stage could be based on any number of markets in Hong Kong but we've pictured Wan Chai above, because it's the party district. If you're coming from the US, the exchange rate's gonna work very strongly in your favor, so expect to have a lot of fun even on a tight budget.
3. Dhalsim's Stage in Street Fighter II
The best place to see elegant elephants in India is at the Thrissur Pooram Festival in Kerala, which takes place in April. The streets and temples will abound with elephant pageants, and you can get a hotel and tour for under 2000 Rupees, which is roughly $30.
4. Sagat's Stage in Street Fighter II
This giant Buddha statue in Sagat's stage is based directly on the Ayutthaya Ruins in Thailand. If you're in Bangkok, you can catch a riverboat to tour the ruins and ancient temples, all for about $65. Tiger uppercut!
5. E. Honda's Stage in Street Fighter II
E. Honda's stage could be any number of Honshu bathhouses across Japan. The one pictured above is actually a sake spa located in the Hakone Kowakien Yunessun. Admission to the resort is about $25, and you're guaranteed to feel like a sumo champ.
6. Urien's Stage in Street Fighter III
The illustrious illuminati tyrant Urien likes to tussle in front of Olmec ruins, some of which can be found in the Parque Museo La Venta pictured above. Entrance fee to the museum is 40 pesos, which is less than $3. Urien can offer a beat down, but he can't beat those prices.
7. Cammy's Stage in Super Street Fighter II
Technically, Cammy's stage is labeled as England in Super Street Fighter II, but the design was based on the famous Castle Lichtenstein in Swabian Alb, Germany. For a mere 7€ you can get a guided tour of the centuries-old castle. Unfortunately, a dress code more modest than Cammy's is required.
8. Blanka's Stage in Street Fighter II
If you've seen the movie City of God or played Blanka's level in Street Fighter II, you know that favela life in Brazil can be dangerous. There are certainly pockets of friendliness though, such as this stilt city in Manaus on the Amazon River. You can stay in a Manaus hostel for only $10.
9. Historic Distillery Stage in Street Fighter IV
If you want to get a tour of a historic distillery, Scotland's definitely your place to go. At the 200 year old Edradour Distillery in Perthshire pictured above, a full tour will set you back £7.50, so a little over $10. A wee dram awaits you.
10. Balrog's Stage in Street Fighter II
Balrog lands several Buffalo Headbutts in front of the Las Vegas luxury hotel and casino, The Golden Nugget. Despite all the glitz and glamour, if you book on the right night, you can stay in the hotel for under 70 bucks, with some change leftover to gamble.
11. Volcanic Rim Stage in Street Fighter IV
It's hard to believe, but you can actually get pretty darn close to an active volcano just like the one featured in this explosive Street Fighter IV stage. A full tour of Hawaii Volcano National Park, which brings you right up to the lava-spewing Kilauea, usually runs for under $100.
12. Cammy's Stage in Street Fighter Alpha 3
Mykonos in Greece is known as the island of the winds, as evidenced by the windmills scattered liberally around the town. While Mykonos Town is a bit of a tourist hotspot, you can still snatch a hostel for about $20 a night.
13. Ken's Stage in Street Fighter II
Ken throws down some serious dragon punches in San Francisco Bay, but if you'd rather stay above the fray, you can catch a ride on the Harbor Ferry for $6.50. You'll have a safe view of any rough and tumble dock brawls below.
14. Deserted Temple Stage in Street Fighter IV
The Old Temple in Street Fighter IV features some imposing statues which highly resemble the Koumokuten Guardian Deities at Todaiji Temple in Nara, Japan. Todaiji also houses the largest Buddha statue in the world, along with a gang of adorably ravenous deer. Access to the World Heritage Site is 800 Yen, so just under $7.
15. Snowy Rail Yard Stage in Street Fighter IV
If you're taking a trip through Russia, chances are high you'll come through the train station in Novosibirsk, Russia's third largest city. If you want to stay and explore the city, you can stay at any number of hostels for under 580 Rubles, which is about $10.
By Anonymous on Apr 03, 2015 04:11 am
1. Beware of the Lycanthrope
As you begin your bloody journey, you'll awaken unarmed to face a Lyncanthrope. Go against your natural instincts and don't fret if you die. You won't be able to reach Hunter's Dream until you kick the bucket.
2. It was all a dream
Now that you've been killed for the first of many, many times, it's time to explore Hunter's Dream. This mystical land is your headquarters in Bloodborne. Initially you'll be able to read basic game tips and level up here.
3. Choose wisely
It's time to choose your starter weapons. In Bloodborne, you'll be able to choose between three melee weapons -- Saw Cleaver, Hunter Axe and Threaded Cane. Each weapons has their own quirks, but the Saw Cleaver is the most balanced of the three. You'll also choose between a handgun and shotgun to start off.
4. Non-bosses are hard too
Finally, you're armed and ready for some payback. Before you fight your first boss, you'll need some revenge on the Lycanthrope. Quick melee attacks is the best tactic when fighting the fast creature. Watch out when the Lycanthrope lunges too, it can be fatal.
5. Lanterns are more than just light
Despite their usefulness in emitting light, lanterns serve an even greater purpose in Bloodborne. They are used as checkpoints, which are vital since you'll die A LOT. Lanterns also can transport you to Hunter's Dream.
6. Create shortcuts, it'll make life easier
With lanterns few and far between, unlocking shortcuts is a key to staying alive. If you see a locked gate, there's a chance there's a path through. Shortcuts could be rather handy in the long run.
7. Study your enemies
Each enemy you encounter offers dangerously different fighting styles, so make sure to know your plan of attack before rushing in head first.
8. Be a transformer
Upgrading your weapons is key to defeating Bloodborne. Each weapon has its own transformation that gives the weapon more damage and longevity. Don't forget to repair your weapons often, the more you attack the less damage your weapons deal.
9. Be stunning
Stunning gives you the chance to deal big damage. To stun an enemy, shoot them as they're attacking. You'll know you've stunned an enemy when you hear a high-pitched screech. Then it's on!
10. The Regain System is crucial
In some cases you'll have a small window of time to regain health back after an enemy attack that damages you. A successful hit will illuminate your character and some health will be regained. You can never have too much health in Bloodborne.
11. Blood Echoes
Blood Echoes serve the same purpose as in previous Dark Souls games. You collect blood echoes from fallen enemies, and it's the currency you use to buy weapons, gear, repair items, and level up skills. As in the Souls series, every time you die you'll drop your Blood Echoes.
12. Get armor before the first boss battle
Bloodborne isn't a game for shields. With that in mind, make sure to procure as much armor as possible. Definitely pick up some armor before your first boss encounter. You can either buy armor or pick some up in the sewers.
13. Aggression is the name of the game
Get used to dipping, dodging and diving. Playing it safe just doesn't work in Bloodborne.
14. Farmers only
If you just can't seem to get past a certain spot in the game, then maybe you should take a step back and work on your agriculture. Farming allows you to level up in Bloodborne, but this isn't your typical farming.
15. Don't fear the grind
Fight smaller enemies to replenish vials for boss battles. Vials allow you to regain health quickly. Something you'll need in these killer boss battles.
By Matthew Walden on Apr 03, 2015 04:10 am
1. Dota 2: $28 Million-plus Awarded in Prize Money
The amount of money being won in Dota 2 is astonishing. In just two short years the game has become a cash-generating machine. The top players, such as Jonathan Berg featured above, frequently bring home upwards of $1 million dollars with their teams.
2. League of Legends: Nearly $20 Million Awarded in Prize Money
After Dota, League of Legends is the next eSports heavy hitter, seeing an explosion of tournament payouts recently. The 2014 LoL World Championships had one of the largest prize pools in history: $2.3 million!
3. StarCraft II: $15 Million Awarded in Prize Money
StarCraft II quickly surpassed even the formidably successful original StarCraft in competitive earnings. This year's StarCraft II World Championship Series, hosted by Blizzard, has a $1.6 million prize pool.
4. Counter-Strike: $10 Million Awarded in Prize Money
Counter-Strike in its original state may be an older game, but it still brings in money at tournaments to this day. CSGO is close at its heels, though, so there are many indications it will quickly overtake its immensely popular predecessor
5. StarCraft: Brood War: $6 Million-plus Awarded in Prize Money
Thanks to South Korea's continued interest in the game's legacy players, Brood War continues to remain relevant. Competitions have largely moved onto SonicTV Starleague, with nearly $50,000 still awarded each year.
6. Call of Duty: More Than $4 Million Awarded Across the Franchise
Call of Duty's a tricky prospect due to its annual updates. Typically, the most recent game rules the day for payouts, like this year's $1 million in prizes for Advanced Warfare at the Call of Duty Championships. It definitely pays to play Call of Duty, and it always pays to play the latest version.
7. The Halo Series: $4 Million-plus Awarded Across the Franchise
Like Call of Duty, all the Halo games remain popular for tournaments, with the biggest cash prizes typically going to the most recent releases. If you want to make some money, focus on Halo 4, and Halo 5 when it's released this year as well.
8. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive: Almost $4 Million Awarded in Prize Money
Counter-Strike: GO just came out in 2012, but its pro players have already collected a significant amount of money at competitions worldwide, like the DreamHack Tournament featured here, with a $250,000 community-funded prize pool. (Image by Adela Sznajder)
9. Warcraft III: Over $3.5 Million Awarded in Prizes
Another older title that has had surprising longevity in the competitive scene. Most of the money still being made these days is in Asian tournaments, such as the World Cyber Games pictured above.
10. SMITE: $3 Million Awarded in Prizes
The online deity battler SMITE has become a worldwide sensation. The SMITE World Championship in Atlanta, Georgia, saw teams from Europe and China fighting for $2.5 million.
11. World of Warcraft: Almost $2 Million Awarded in Prize Money
A lot of serious dough has been won from World of Warcraft Arena tournaments. Team Bleached Bones, the winners of BlizzCon's World of Warcraft Arena Championship 2014, snagged $120,000.
12. Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraf: $1.3 Million Awarded in Prize Money
The digital Warcraft card game Hearthstone has had massive popularity at tournaments too. Pro player Firebat (featured above) just took home $100,000 from the Hearthstone World Championships at BlizzCon 2014.
13. World of Tanks: $1.2 Million Awarded in Prize Money
The online shooter World of Tanks has experienced gigantic success in the European competitive scene, with hundreds of thousands of dollars circulating in contests annually.
14. CrossFire: $800,000 Awarded in Prize Money
CrossFire's a tactical first-person shooter that dominates South Korea and China. Most of the serious prizes have been won in the World Cyber Arena, which recently paid out $187,335 for a tournament in October of 2014.
15. FIFA: $600,000 Awarded Across the Franchise
FIFA used to make some serious cash for pros when Virgin Gaming held its huge EA Sports Challenges. Virgin recently transformed into World Gaming, but as long as EA keeps making quality FIFA games, you can expect the competitive scene to continue.
16. Madden NFL: $500,000-plus Awarded Across the Franchise
Another victim of Virgin Gaming's transformation, competitive Madden at this point is definitely more of a speculative proposition. A lot of money flows through the franchise, however, and as competitive gaming continues to grow, you can bet on more tournaments in the future.
16. Heroes of Newerth: $500,000-plus Awarded in Prize Money
This online battle arena game faithfully follows the path set out by Defense of the Ancients, and it's seen some of its enormous success as well. The prize pool for this year's HoN Tour World Finals in Thailand climbed to over $185,000.
17. Super Smash Bros. Melee: Nearly $400,000 Awarded in Prize Money
While there are competitions for newer versions of Smash, Melee will always reign as the king of the tournament scene. Melee features in a large number of tournaments with small prizes, so you'll want to focus on Apex and MLG for bigger payouts.
19. Street Fighter IV: More Than $250,000 Awarded in Prize Money
Street Fighter IV may have singlehandedly revived fighting games for a broad audience. While recent tournaments have focused on Ultra Street Fighter IV, expect Street Fighter V to rise in the competitive scene when it releases later this year.
20. Team Fortress 2: More Than $150,000 Awarded in Prize Money
Valve's team-based shooter has been a heavy in the tournament scene, with the ESEA's competitions showing the most life recently. But in all honesty, you could generate even bigger sums by trading rare hats for the game on the black market.
By Matthew Walden on Apr 03, 2015 04:00 am
1. Poro
Milynn Sarley dressed up as a lovable Poro begging for snax at San Diego Comic-Con.
2. Ahri the Nine-Tailed Fox
Ahri might be the most popular LoL character to cosplay as. This mobile assassin champion was spotted in the wild at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany.
3. Rengar the Pride Stalker
Welcome to the jungle! We're pretty sure this cuddly cosplayer has already reached 5 Ferocity at DreamHack Winter 2014. (Photo by Jennika Ojala)
4. Darkflame Shyvana
French Cosplayer Galuren shows off her perfectly executed Darkflame Shyvana cosplay at Gamescom in Cologne, Germany.
5. Firefox Themed Ahri
This cosplayer took a fun spin on Ahri by combining her with the iconic Firefox web browser icon. This photo was taken in a cosplay competition at DreamHack Winter 2014. (Photo by Gabriel Kulig)
6. The Sheriffs of Piltover
A couple of unique takes on Caitlyn come from this waitstaff at a League of Legends restaurant in Chongqing, China.
7. Caitlyn the Sheriff of Piltover
Here's a dedicated solo cosplayer's take on Caitlyn. Unlike the previous Caitlyn group photo, this undertaking was completely a fan enterprise at DreamHack Summer 2014. (Photo by Frederike Schmitt)
8. Akali
This Akali costume competed in a cosplay contest in Lyon, France. The shadow warrior Akali upholds the balance between light and dark, but she also has dance moves that rival Beyoncé.
9. Elise Spider Queen
Elise sacrificed her humanity to become the vicious queen of the spiders. We're pretty sure this cosplay required cool down nukes and crowd control at DreamHack Winter 2014. (Photo by Jennika Ojala)
10. Shaco, Akali and Annie
A trio of legends showed up for the Frankfurt Book Fair in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. If you look closely you can even spot Annie's bear companion Tibbers!
11. Irelia the Will of the Blades
She may be cursed by a powerful necromancy, but Irelia is still our favorite melee champ, featured here at DreamHack Winter 2014. (Photo by Frederike Schmitt)
12. Miss Fortune the Bounty Hunter
Miss Fortune's strut is anything but passive here at this League of Legends event in Athens, Greece.
13. Orianna the Lady of Clockwork
In the line of glib and enticing AIs like GLaDOS, Orianna has an undeniable appeal. This cosplayer has an excellent take on her Bladecraft skin at DreamHack Winter 2014. (Photo by Gabriel Kulig)
14. Shaco the Demon Jester
Charley Lewis has an almost friendly take on the infamous death enigma Shaco at the London Comic Con 2013. He's pretty cunning though, so we still recommend keeping your distance.
15. Orianna the Lady of Clockwork
This painstakingly accurate evocation of Orianna was accomplished by Marina Shisterova, the winner of DreamHack Komplett.se Cosplay Championship at DreamHack Summer 2014. (Photo by Frederike Schmitt)
16. Jarvan IV
There's something so endearing about this fan posing for a photo with the formidable Jarvan IV in his full regalia outside of the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Center. She's smiling like she has no idea his armor is made out of the bones of his enemies.
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