July 29, 2010
Picture Duck Hunt Tattoo
You spent your childhood being laughed at by him. Now your girlfriend goes and does this...
Article The 7 Stages of Playing Against a Girl on XBox Live
1) Shock and Denial
This is shocking news, no two ways about it. You always thought girl gamers were a myth, like beating Tetris or regular hygiene. It’s only natural to have difficulty coping. Take deep breaths and try to focus on the game if you can. Things may spiral out of control. You may say things like “you’re just saying that to cover up your high pitched pre-pubescent voice” or “No girls play video games.” You’ll try to ignore it but she’ll insist that she’s female, bringing out…
2) Anger
Now you’ve processed it, but you’re still a little confused. And that makes you frustrated. And when that affects your kill-spread? Now you’re angry. You can’t deal with it; you may lash out, demanding she make you a sandwich. It’s normal to start swearing, just like you always do, really. The game becomes a battleground for your anger. You may use your headset, for evil, as opposed to good (mocking n00bz). You’ll keep dropping in headshots and teabagging her corpse. That’s what she gets! You’re not psychotic; it’s only virtual!
Article The Weekly IRL: Gamer Girl Tattoos
Have a submission for next week’s issue? Send pictures to weeklyirl at gmail. Next Issue: Gamer Wedding Cakes.
July 15, 2010
Video I Kissed a Nerd (I Kissed a Girl Parody)
Featuring nerds flexing their butt muscles.
July 16, 2010
Picture Female Kratos
I'd ask her out, but she'd probably just say "No." ...Or murder me.
