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“Pac-Man” Is The First Game To Be Inducted Into The International Video Game Hall Of Fame
Over the weekend, the International Video Game Hall of Fame inducted its very first class. Most of the entrants are people who have created or set records playing video games, but there was one game they chose to immortalize.
–And that game is . . . “Pac-Man”. It beat out “Pong”, “Super Mario Bros.”, “Space Invaders”, “Donkey Kong” and all of the other classics to become the first game inducted.
–The committee behind the new Hall of Fame says they chose “Pac-Man” because, quote, “The arcade unit alone has been played more than 10 billion times.”
–“‘Pac-Man’ is one of the longest running video game franchises from the golden age of video arcade games and [along with‘Pong’ and ‘Dragon’s Lair’ is one of only three video games on display at the Smithsonian.”
–The other high-profile inductee was 57-year-old SHIGERU MIYAMOTO, the man who created ‘Donkey Kong’, Mario, “The Legend of Zelda” and several other franchises for Nintendo. He’s considered the top video game creator of all-time.
–The International Video Game Hall of Fame is located in Ottumwa, Iowa . . . which is a town in southeast Iowa with a population of 25,000.
–Why the HELL is it there? Ottumwa is home to a famous arcade called Twin Galaxies, which hosted several video game championships back in the early ’80s.
–In 1982, the mayor issued a decree calling Ottumwa the Video Game Capital of the World. No one bothered to argue with them, so they’ve claimed that title ever since . . . and now they’ve built the Hall of Fame to cement it.
ELECTRONIC ODYSSEY
Nearly 100,000 video games have been released since the days of Pong and theMagnavox Odyssey (the world’s first home video game system, in 1972), according to game-stats tracker Twin Galaxies. USA TODAY’s Mike Snider serves up some historical highlights:
Best-selling video game. Wii Sports, with lifetime sales worldwide of 45.7 million copies from its launch in 2006 to May 2009. The previous record, held for more than 20 years:Super Mario Bros., with 40 million copies.
Top-selling game in its first 24 hours. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 generated $401,690,771 on its launch Nov. 11, 2009, also setting a record for one-day revenue by any entertainment product.
Most recognizable video game character.Pac-Man, according to a May 2008 Davie-Brown Index poll. He’s recognized by 94% of U.S. consumers; in second is Mario at 93%.
Most ported video game. Tetris, on more than 55 different formats.
Most-played coin-operated video game franchise. Golden Tee Golf, by about 1 billion worldwide in more than 100,000 bars and pubs.
Top arcade games: 1. Space Invaders. 2. Pac-Man. 3. Donkey Kong. 4. Street Fighter II. 5. Asteroids. 6. Defender. 7. Galaga. 8. Gauntlet. 9. Outrun. 10. Pong
Sources: Guinness World Records, Twin Galaxies.com, www.arcade-museum.com,
USA TODAY research
According to a study by the University of Rochester, all the colognes, cars and abs in the world are alright . . . but if you REALLY want to attract women, just wear red.
–They found that women are subconsciously attracted to red . . . when they see a man in red they think he’s richer and a better potential husband than a man who’s wearing a different color.
–The color red has been connected to STATUS forever . . . from the red clothes that were worn by the most powerful people in ancient China, all the way to the color of Ferraris today.
–So, the researchers believe women have been slowly conditioned to associate the color red with the most attractive men available
If you can’t make it to the gym, don’t worry . . . You burn 100 calories in an hour and forty minutes if you just SIT THERE AND DO NOTHING.
–Obviously, that won’t help you get in SHAPE. But doing more HOUSEWORK might. Here are ten chores and how long you have to do them to burn 100 calories. Keep in mind that WALKING SLOWLY burns 100 calories in about 25 minutes.
#8) CHANGING THE SHEETS ON YOUR BED. 50 minutes.
#7) IRONING: 45 minutes.
#6) COOKING: 36 minutes.
#5) GENERAL HOUSE CLEANING: Just picking up around the house burns 100 calories in about a half an hour.
#4) VACUUMING: 26 minutes.
#3) SWEEPING: 22 minutes. And mopping burns even MORE calories because you have to deal with the heavy bucket of water.
#2) GARDENING: 20 minutes.
#1) MOWING THE LAWN: To burn 100 calories, you only have to do it for 14 minutes. But obviously, that’s only if you have a PUSH mower, not a RIDING mower.
Please tell me it isn’t so! Oh no . . . They did it. Here’s a photo of the cast of the Asian Jersey Shore, “K-town”. I’m not so sure what to think about this. I have mixed feelings. I’m Korean, so if this is going to be just a slam on Koreans and make the community look bad, I won’t like it. But I guess I have to be fair and give it a chance. Watch the trailer here and tell me what you think.
I took my niece to watch Toy Story 3 this past weekend. LOVED it!! We saw it at the IMAX in 3D. I was amazed by all the detail that went into this animation. Incredible work visually and the story was endearing. Ken’s fashion show was hilarious .. LOL .. wish I would’ve watched the first two when it came out!
I am happy to announce my return to one of the biggest shows in North America as Miss Importfest!!! Meet me for the 10th Year Anniversary at IMPORTFEST in Toronto, CANADA!!! Visit www.importfest.com for all the details !! SEE YOU SOON!!!
Studies prove a cold slice of watermelon may have a viagra effect! Scientists say watermelon has ingredients that deliver Viagra-like effects to the body’s blood vessels and may even increase libido.
Kingston Springs Elementary School received severe damage during the recent flooding. The Cheatham County Board of Education has announced that monetary donations and supply donations would be accepted at the following locations.
If you wish to make a monetary donation please mail checks to:
Cheatham County Board of Education
102 Elizabeth St.
Ashland City, TN 37015
The checks need to be made payable to Kingston Springs Elementary School and please indicate on the memo line where the donation should be applied (i.e. library, music room, teacher supplies, etc.).
Donations of supplies can be mailed or brought to the following location:
Kingston Springs Elementary Donation Room 23
c/o Harpeth Middle School
170 Harpeth View Trail
Kingston Springs, TN 37082
The faculty and staff would like to thank everyone in communities near and far for their outpouring of love and support during this time. If you have a question concerning supply needs please e-mail Sue Hasse at sue.hasse@cheatham.k12.tn.us or call the office at Harpeth High School: 952-2811.
Dennis Hopper was a true Hollywood badass through and through. Actor, director, and writer died yesterday after his long battle with prostate cancer. He was 74. My heart goes out to his family. He was a legend … a true gentleman, brilliant actor, and an inspiration to all. Dennis Hopper will not be forgotten. R.I.P.