Disqus - Latest Comments for OmarG

Re: How I Bet Your Mother Into Taking Off Her Top

OmarG — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 22:31:47 -0000

Ted would have at least written them a card with his mad calligraphy skills.

Re: In Which Hank Figures Some Stuff Out

OmarG — Mon, 12 Aug 2013 18:42:50 -0000

The Omega Gory.

Re: Should I Watch The Next Episode Of The Venture Bros?

OmarG — Sat, 13 Jul 2013 01:37:03 -0000

On point!

Re: Welcome To You're 'Dome!'

OmarG — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 13:18:03 -0000

Is the wink implied?

Re: Beyond The Dome

OmarG — Tue, 25 Jun 2013 12:01:15 -0000

There were some pretty creepy stories in "Full Dark, No Stars" and his novella-length and short novel stuff seems to be the sweet spot for movie adaptation.

I thought "Under the Dome" was his best full-throttle book in a while in terms of energy and pace. A lot of people thought the ending was ridiculous and I don't know it will work if the TV show goes forward, but they seem pretty comfortable with diverging from the original, a la "Walking Dead." I like Brian K. Vaughn a lot ("Y: The Last Man" is pretty fantastic) and he seems to have good storytelling instincts.

Re: NEWS!

OmarG — Mon, 10 Sep 2012 10:49:51 -0000

Congratulations! That sounds (and looks) fantastic.

Re: "Vagina" For Everyone - Local Zine Hopes To Spread With Third Issue

OmarG — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:51:39 -0000

"Spread?" Oh, wait, I see what you did there.

Re: Was webOS tested on an iPad, HP done in by its slower hardware?

OmarG — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 12:11:49 -0000

Some blog posts should just be deleted and rewritten from scratch.

Re: Here’s a little something I like to call The Elvis

OmarG — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 23:59:24 -0000

Holy crap, you're a GENIUS!

Re: Austin newspaper checks-in with geolocation

OmarG — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 01:21:12 -0000

We ran a whole story about it in today's paper; it's not exactly a hush-hush operation:

http://www.statesman.com/bu...

Re: Dear ESPN- You’re Doing it Wrong

OmarG — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:26:59 -0000

Chris -- my byline is right at the top of the NPR All Tech Considered blog post -- (but under the Twitter image) -- it's "By Omar L. Gallaga."

Thanks for the shout-out, for reading the post and getting the word out about this.

Re: Searching for a Saint

OmarG — Fri, 17 Apr 2009 11:31:31 -0000

Seesmic video reply from Disqus.

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 10:30:27 -0000

Two weeks' worth:

WiiWare
Strong Bad Episode 3: Baddest of the Bands -- (Telltale Games, 1 player, Rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and Older – Alcohol Reference, Crude Humor, Mild Cartoon Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, 1,000 Wii Points): Rock and roll! Hurting for cash, Strong Bad sets out to dominate the “Battle Royale of the Bands.” Can he rule the stage and win the big prize? Or will he be drowned out by the competition? Find out in this high-voltage episode.

Art Style: ROTOHEX -- (Nintendo, 1-2 players, Rated E for Everyone, 600 Wii Points): Use colored triangular panels to create a vibrant mosaic of stained glass in Art Style: ROTOHEX. As triangles fall from the top of the screen, rotate them to group six panels of the same color and create a matching hexagon, or HEX. Once the HEX has been formed, it will disappear, allowing the existing panels to shift and more panels to fill the playing field. A clear-cut goal and two different styles of intuitive controls allow you to focus solely on the game play—which is vital, as the playing field will be full of panels before you know it. With multiple modes (unlock more as you progress further in SOLO mode), special item panels at your disposal, and the ability to play cooperatively or competitively with a friend, there will always be another HEX to create.

ALIEN CRUSH RETURNS -- (Hudson Entertainment, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone – Animated Blood, Mild Fantasy Violence, 800 Wii Points): ALIEN CRUSH RETURNS is the ultimate incarnation of the popular TurboGrafx pinball classic, Alien Crush. Boasting innovative game and control features, this is one Wii experience that you don’t want to miss. With all the ball-blazing simplicity and flipper action thrills of standard pinball, ALIEN CRUSH RETURNS has all the visual and digital elements that you’ve come to expect in a video game, including grotesque, eye-stunning playfields as well as unique Action Ball gimmicks that redefine the fun and excitement of pinball. You can even nudge the machine with your Wii Remote controller. What’s more, you can connect via Nintendo® Wi-Fi Connection to enjoy a variety of features such as four-player head-to-head action, high score competitions and Extra Stage downloads.

Home Sweet Home -- (Big Blue Bubble Inc., 1 player, Rated E for Everyone, 1,000 Wii Points): Picture this scene... You move into your new home, and every room is perfect. Every room, except one. Here is the blank canvas for your vision, but you lack the know-how. Who do you call? The Home Sweet Home team! Home Sweet Home will give you the chance to unleash your hidden talents as an interior designer. You choose the furniture, patterns and colors to create a masterpiece that will blow your client away. With simple controls, a fun graphical style and an easy-to-use interface, Home Sweet Home allows you to nurture your creative side. Remember, a house is not a home until it is a Home Sweet Home.

Virtual Console
Earthworm Jim -- (Sega Genesis, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone – Animated Violence, 800 Wii Points)

Space Harrier -- (Sega Master System, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone – Mild Fantasy Violence, 500 Wii Points)

Re: Ryu and Ryu, A Conversation Between

OmarG — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 22:27:55 -0000

God, I just overheard Ken and Ken having almost the same conversation. Annoying!

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 19:08:13 -0000

OMG, Spy's sappin' mah self-esteem!

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Fri, 31 Oct 2008 19:07:43 -0000

Playing Dead Space tonight. It's my Halloween tweet to myself.

Re: Clarke, Isaac, Best Memories of Former Co-Workers of

OmarG — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 15:15:45 -0000

Omar watches someone play "Dead Space"

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Wed, 29 Oct 2008 14:19:25 -0000

Spoilers!

Re: Fallout 3, Post-Armageddon Society Spoilers From

OmarG — Tue, 28 Oct 2008 09:54:35 -0000

Hey, I LIKE cilantro!

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:49:29 -0000

Tetris with the Balance Board? Huh.

WiiWare
Tetris Party -- (Tetris Online, Inc., 1-6 players, Rated E for Everyone, 1,200 Wii Points): Tetris Party is a deceptively simple, totally addictive puzzle game that is sure to keep you and all of your friends and family entertained for hours on end. The WiiWare game features 10 never-before-seen single-player and multiplayer variations of Tetris, including Field Climber, Stage Racer, Shadow and Wii Balance Board-enabled modes (Wii Balance Board accessory sold with Wii Fit). Several of the modes give users the chance to take advantage of the unique point-and-shoot capabilities of the Wii Remote controller. The party doesn't stop there, though. Take the Tetris fun online via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, where you can play multiplayer Tetris against up to five friends at a time. You can also see how your Tetris Party skills stack up against the rest of the world using the global ranking system.

The Incredible Maze -- (Digital Leisure Inc., 1 player, Rated E for Everyone, 500 Wii Points): Get lost in The Incredible Maze! Simply tilt your Wii Remote controller to navigate a series of exciting and twisted mazes. Entering the maze could not be easier, but finding your way out will require a keen eye and a steady hand. Obstacles and traps are around every corner, so move your ball around the maze without falling off the edge. But watch out, there are lots of surprises in store. You can hunt for gems in a timed challenge, or test your abilities in a race against the clock. The Incredible Maze is also compatible with the Wii Balance Board, so you can really put your weight into it. This is the way in, but you’ll have to find your own way out.

Virtual Console
Digital Champ Battle Boxing -- (TurboGrafx16, 1 player, Rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and Older – Mild Violence, 700 Wii Points)

GRADIUS II GOFER NO YABOU -- (TurboGrafx16 CD-ROM, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone – Mild Fantasy Violence, 900 Wii Points)

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 11:48:19 -0000

Anybody play "Dead Space" yet? What do you think? (I have nod. Sadly.)

Re: Videogamey is Dehydrated

OmarG — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:40:32 -0000

One more week, I think. Sorry. We were REALLY desiccated.

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 14:22:38 -0000

WiiWare
World of Goo -- (2D Boy, 1-4 players, Rated E for Everyone—Comic Mischief, 1,500 Wii Points): World of Goo is an award-winning, physics-based puzzle/construction game made entirely by two guys. Grab living, squirming, talking globs of goo to build structures, bridges, cannonballs, zeppelins and giant tongues. The millions of Goo Balls that live in the beautiful World of Goo are curious to explore—but they don’t know that they are in a game, or that they are extremely delicious. World of Goo Corporation is contractually obligated to state that everyone is a winner, and is enthusiastic to celebrate everyone’s Goo building opportunities equally.

Art Style: CUBELLO -- (Nintendo, 1 player, Rated E for Everyone, 600 Wii Points): Art Style: CUBELLO mixes the strategy and feel of a traditional puzzle game with the precision and reflexes required in a shooter. As each stage begins, various colored cubes form into one large object called a Cubello, which floats and rotates as you play. Launch additional cubes from your magazine and try to connect four or more of the same color, removing them from the Cubello and eventually leaving only its core. Take on the challenge of either Stage or Endless mode and watch what happens when Bonus Time is activated. The straightforward controls and goal ensure that anyone can play, while offering enough depth that even advanced players will find themselves quickly addicted to the unique world of Art Style: CUBELLO.

Virtual Console
SECRET OF MANA -- (Super NES, 1-3 players, Rated E10+ for Everyone 10 and Older—Mild Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes, 800 Wii Points)

STREET FIGHTER II’: SPECIAL CHAMPION EDITION -- (Sega Genesis, 1-2 players, Rated T for Teen—Violence, 800 Wii Points)

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 19:36:09 -0000

All of them mixed together?

Re: Videogamey Talk

OmarG — Fri, 10 Oct 2008 15:11:23 -0000

But it's just 4-player co-op right? I think it's a lot harder to be a dick in such small groups, and this seems tailor-made for playing with at least one or two friends.