Midwest Gaming Classic 2011 - March 26th & 27th

Mathius · 02/26/2011, 01:39 AM

I need you guys to please PM me with what you are planning on bringing to the show. DHG's orders.

Mathius · 02/26/2011, 12:39 PM

Quote from: bartre on 02/22/2011, 05:22 PMI'll be bringing my Turbo/PCE games, should I bring my system or any controllers/multitap?
I've got a duo-r, but i haven't had time to give it the much needed laser swap, so i'm seeing the same problems as turbostar, but more often

Bring your multi-tap, and PM me with your games list.

DHG Hunter · 02/26/2011, 12:40 PM

Quote from: Mathius on 02/26/2011, 01:39 AMI need you guys to please PM me with what you are planning on bringing to the show. DHG's orders.

Because I'm bossy like that...

bartre · 02/26/2011, 06:43 PM

done!
i've also got 3 controllers, should i bring them?

Mathius · 02/27/2011, 10:30 PM

For those that haven't heard from me, and are bringing Turbo/PCE stuff to the show, please keep your items lists short and PM me with your list.

Here is what I am bringing:

Turbo-CD
Rondo of Blood
Dungeon Explorer II
and a few choice PCE games

BlueBMW, is you want to bring your Sapphire(s) go ahead.

I will let you hold that mantle.

turbogrfxfan · 02/27/2011, 10:49 PM

im bringing 3 controllers 1 modded ave 6 for tg16, pce ave 6 and a duo r
also going to bring some games that are faves of mine

BlueBMW · 02/27/2011, 10:54 PM

I'll bring teh sapphires!

Mathius · 02/28/2011, 12:31 AM

Oh! PM me your real names too.

I still need names and lists (no matter how short) from Turbostar and batre.

Mathius · 02/28/2011, 12:44 AM

It looks like we are going to have maybe three systems. So if we each bring a controller or two we should be good.

Even of you PM'd me with partial lists and questions go ahead and send me a nice condensed list, so I can get all this straight. I need to send a email to John with all this laid out.

chany60126 · 03/01/2011, 10:15 AM

Hey Mathius, it might be a good idea if you guys bring along a couple of turbo taps if you plan on playing 5-player games. Take it from me, those suckers tend to be very finicky if you plug in more than 2 controllers. At last year's Turbo Fest, two of my taps were going batty, but luckily JoshTurboTrollX-16 brought his along which worked fine.

BlueBMW · 03/01/2011, 11:12 AM

I've got two each duo taps and turbo taps. Let me know what we need.

Mathius · 03/01/2011, 01:23 PM

I think batre is bringing a few too.

bartre · 03/01/2011, 06:20 PM

yeah, i'm bringing 3 controllers, a tap and some games

turbogrfxfan · 03/01/2011, 07:00 PM

Quote from: chany60126 on 03/01/2011, 10:15 AMHey Mathius, it might be a good idea if you guys bring along a couple of turbo taps if you plan on playing 5-player games. Take it from me, those suckers tend to be very finicky if you plug in more than 2 controllers. At last year's Turbo Fest, two of my taps were going batty, but luckily JoshTurboTrollX-16 brought his along which worked fine.

Ill bring my t-tap for backup

should we put in some games for a grab bag?

bartre · 03/01/2011, 07:34 PM

i'd be in for that, but idk what i'd pop in there.

turbogrfxfan · 03/01/2011, 08:53 PM

Quote from: bartre on 03/01/2011, 07:34 PMi'd be in for that, but idk what i'd pop in there.

ummmm games u dont like...........

BlueBMW · 03/01/2011, 08:58 PM

Quote from: turbogrfxfan on 03/01/2011, 08:53 PMummmm games u dont like...........

Could we include non turbo stuff?

bartre · 03/01/2011, 08:59 PM

but i don't have any that i don't like...
i would if there were any, but i've already rid myself of the 4 turbob games i didn't like.
i might toss in monster lair, that's one i could do without

hizaygizirlz · 03/02/2011, 12:25 AM

I might be attending this I am just outside of Chicago, I need to make sure it works financially. Gas+Ticket+Room+Money for Games Etc. I think I will have to decide soon though.

DHG Hunter · 03/02/2011, 07:45 PM

Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 12:25 AMI might be attending this I am just outside of Chicago, I need to make sure it works financially. Gas+Ticket+Room+Money for Games Etc. I think I will have to decide soon though.

If you're planning on pre-ordering a two-day ticket you have about a week left.

Later.

BlueBMW · 03/02/2011, 07:56 PM

Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 12:25 AMI might be attending this I am just outside of Chicago, I need to make sure it works financially. Money for Games Etc+Gas+Ticket+Room. I think I will have to decide soon though.

Fixed your priorities

turbogrfxfan · 03/02/2011, 08:09 PM

Quote from: DHG Hunter on 03/02/2011, 07:45 PM
Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 12:25 AMI might be attending this I am just outside of Chicago, I need to make sure it works financially. Gas+Ticket+Room+Money for Games Etc. I think I will have to decide soon though.
If you're planning on pre-ordering a two-day ticket you have about a week left.

Later.

whats the big deal if i dont get it now?

hizaygizirlz · 03/02/2011, 08:27 PM

Blue BMW -- Thanks for fixing my priorities. The problem for me is whatever I budget for a month for games, I almost always exceed by the middle of the month, and this think happens near the end

DHG Hunter -- I am going to try to preorder soon, I am trying to move money from one of my online accounts in time, but if I can't like turbo mentioned above what am I losing out on?

chany60126 · 03/02/2011, 10:35 PM

Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 08:27 PMBlue BMW -- Thanks for fixing my priorities. The problem for me is whatever I budget for a month for games, I almost always exceed by the middle of the month, and this think happens near the end

DHG Hunter -- I am going to try to preorder soon, I am trying to move money from one of my online accounts in time, but if I can't like turbo mentioned above what am I losing out on?

Brookfield, WI is roughly an hour and a half drive from the Chicagoland area, you don't need to stay the night, unless you want to go both days. One full day is more than enough time IMHO. If you have the time, I strongly urge you to go. It's a great opportunity for you to purchase turbob games at great prices, not to mention so many great games to play.

hizaygizirlz · 03/03/2011, 01:31 AM

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Quote from: chany60126 on 03/02/2011, 10:35 PM
Quote from: hizaygizirlz on 03/02/2011, 08:27 PMBlue BMW -- Thanks for fixing my priorities. The problem for me is whatever I budget for a month for games, I almost always exceed by the middle of the month, and this think happens near the end

DHG Hunter -- I am going to try to preorder soon, I am trying to move money from one of my online accounts in time, but if I can't like turbo mentioned above what am I losing out on?
Brookfield, WI is roughly an hour and a half drive from the Chicagoland area, you don't need to stay the night, unless you want to go both days. One full day is more than enough time IMHO. If you have the time, I strongly urge you to go. It's a great opportunity for you to purchase turbob games at great prices, not to mention so many great games to play.

I'm not gonna lie to you that is a pretty brilliant idea, drive up on Saturday morning and leave on Saturday night. Kudos to you chany you area thinker. This will likely be my plan of action if I go.

DHG Hunter · 03/06/2011, 09:25 PM

Sorry folks, I've been under the weather the last few days...

Pre-ordering is most important if you are going to stay there for two days. If you're just planning on staying there Saturday, then yeah, there isn't much incentive other than the fact that pre-ordering tickets allows us to improve this year's show rather than next year's show, Lord willing.

Personally, I'm always surprised when people say they can see the entire show in less than a day, but it all depends on what and how much you're there to see. I have heard - and agree - that Sunday has historically been the slower of the two days, but IMHO that's the best chance to really play some of the games. Sunday is also going to have an entire day's worth of speakers/panels this year which we haven't done in the past. I think Ben Heck will be on Sunday, I know Jack "Jersey Jack" Guarnieri will be there to talk about his pinball start up, and some other stuff has yet to be announced.

If this is your first show, then yeah, I can understand taking in one day, but there's a good chance you'll come back for two days the next time. ;)

Later.

Mathius · 03/06/2011, 10:25 PM

I am definitely going to be there for the whole duration!!! It's gonna rule!!!

BlueBMW · 03/06/2011, 10:42 PM

Anyone anticipate any issues with trying to bring a turbo Duo in my carryon? You think TSA will cause trouble?

(but seriously)

Mathius · 03/06/2011, 11:09 PM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 03/06/2011, 10:42 PMAnyone anticipate any issues with trying to bring a turbo Duo in my carryon? You think TSA will cause trouble? (but seriously)

I would suggest calling the airports you will be going out, and coming in with. Maybe that will shed some light on the possibilities.

BlueBMW · 03/06/2011, 11:14 PM

In theory its no different than a laptop computer. If anything it'd be LESS dangerous, but if its something they dont recognize....

Mathius · 03/07/2011, 12:24 AM

Quote from: BlueBMW on 03/06/2011, 11:14 PMIn theory its no different than a laptop computer. If anything it'd be LESS dangerous, but if its something they dont recognize....

Exactly

esteban · 03/07/2011, 12:34 AM

Quote from: Mathius on 03/07/2011, 12:24 AM
Quote from: BlueBMW on 03/06/2011, 11:14 PMIn theory its no different than a laptop computer. If anything it'd be LESS dangerous, but if its something they dont recognize....
Exactly

I don't know if this would create more problems, but I would simply tell the TSA agent, "This here is the love of my life. Treat her gently, I don't travel without her."

I'm sure you'll be fine.

guyjin · 03/09/2011, 08:54 PM

Given recent events in Wisconsin (http://tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com/2011/03/wis-state-senate-passes-anti-union-bill-in-end-run-around-dem-boycott.php?ref=fpa) I am considering boycotting the state of Wisconsin, and, necessarily, the MGC.

turbogrfxfan · 03/09/2011, 09:47 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 03/09/2011, 08:54 PMGiven recent events in Wisconsin (http://tpmdc.talkingpointsmemo.com/2011/03/wis-state-senate-passes-anti-union-bill-in-end-run-around-dem-boycott.php?ref=fpa) I am considering boycotting the state of Wisconsin, and, necessarily, the MGC.

well if you feel noy going to a gaming convention is going to solve their problems then go for it.

guyjin · 03/09/2011, 10:32 PM

I don't think it's going to solve the problem. But I cannot give tax revenue (sales, hotel, Gas, restaurant(?)) to a government who would do this.

nectarsis · 03/09/2011, 10:37 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 03/09/2011, 10:32 PMI don't think it's going to solve the problem. But I cannot give tax revenue (sales, hotel, Gas, restaurant(?)) to a government who would do this.

Yeah cause the governor= EVERYONE else in the state.

These kind of retarded "stands" end up "hurting" everyone else BUT their intended target more often than not. Sorry man it's a game show that has zero to do with the politics here.

BlueBMW · 03/09/2011, 10:51 PM

I too strongly disagree with the political shenanigans... but I wont miss the convention over it knowing how many of the cool people from this forum are going to be there. Just be forwarned.. if the convo goes political im most definitely a lefty.

guyjin · 03/09/2011, 10:59 PM

Quote from: nectarsis on 03/09/2011, 10:37 PMYeah cause the governor= EVERYONE else in the state.

Where did I say that?

nectarsis · 03/09/2011, 11:06 PM

Quote from: guyjin on 03/09/2011, 10:59 PM
Quote from: nectarsis on 03/09/2011, 10:37 PMYeah cause the governor= EVERYONE else in the state.
Where did I say that?

All these boycotts do is affect the "little people", reducing revenue from local businesses, etc. This won't affect the governor or any other politician. So because the goverment makes dumb decisions, your "cannot give tax revenue (sales, hotel, Gas, restaurant(?)) to a government who would do this" attitude only hurts the normal person..the government could care less. Take it out on the people that did nothing wrong effectively.

Mathius · 03/10/2011, 12:24 AM

Oh come on Guygin! Tell you what. I'll see if I can get Tom Morello from Rage to join us.

That way everything we do will be a big middle finger to those pricks trying to rid their citizens of workers' rights. He's probably still there in Madison protesting.

But seriously. Come on Guy. You know you wanna.

blueraven · 03/10/2011, 05:08 AM

@Guyjin: Fine. Boycott WI. Buy your gas in Minnesota, pack in sandwiches, sleep at the IL state park, but whatever you do just bring a sign to protest while you're at the MGC. If you're this vehement about the issue; as a native Wisconsinite I expect that you will not only go but be taking part in at least one of the protests with my home state and all of the union employees (cops, firefighters, DOT workers, Ironworkers, Assemblers, teachers, etc.) who are seeing their contracts eviscerated. If you're really that appalled, please do something about it and make a difference.

... if you do happen to grace the fair state of cheeseland with your presence; I'll see you there with my union card around my neck, a sign, and a Milwaukee Brewers hat. And I'll buy you a beer, as long as it's brewed locally. Maybe we can discuss the finer points of Xanadu or RTYPE while standing up for the Middle Class.

Quote from: Mathius on 03/10/2011, 12:24 AMTom Morello from Rage to join us.

He was there last week.

Nazi NecroPhile · 03/10/2011, 09:30 AM

Quote from: guyjin on 03/09/2011, 10:32 PMI don't think it's going to solve the problem. But I cannot give tax revenue (sales, hotel, Gas, restaurant(?)) to a government who would do this.

But you gave tax revenue to Gee Dub's bullshit, right?

JoshTurboTrollX · 03/10/2011, 05:03 PM

Everyone take a shot for the classic Nectarsis eye-roll emoticon!!

Quote from: blueraven on 03/10/2011, 05:08 AM@Guyjin: Fine. Boycott WI. Buy your gas in Minnesota, pack in sandwiches, sleep at the IL state park, but whatever you do just bring a sign to protest while you're at the MGC. If you're this vehement about the issue; as a native Wisconsinite I expect that you will not only go but be taking part in at least one of the protests with my home state and all of the union employees (cops, firefighters, DOT workers, Ironworkers, Assemblers, teachers, etc.) who are seeing their contracts eviscerated. If you're really that appalled, please do something about it and make a difference.

Boycotting the con won't do anything to help the matter dude, like rave said, bring a sign and we'll flip off a couple righty's!! But more importantly, do some OBEYing!!!

nectarsis · 03/10/2011, 05:11 PM

Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 03/10/2011, 05:03 PM Everyone take a shot for the classic Nectarsis eye-roll emoticon!!

BOOOOOOOOOOO forum drama

JoshTurboTrollX · 03/10/2011, 05:24 PM

Quote from: nectarsis on 03/10/2011, 05:11 PMBOOOOOOOOOOO forum drama

Holy crom man, I'll be loaded by sun down if you keep these lulz up!

nectarsis · 03/10/2011, 05:30 PM

Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 03/10/2011, 05:24 PM
Quote from: nectarsis on 03/10/2011, 05:11 PMBOOOOOOOOOOO forum drama

Holy crom man, I'll be loaded by sun down if you keep these lulz up!

Let me know when you bring some lulz so I can catch up drinking

turbogrfxfan · 03/10/2011, 08:13 PM

C' mon guy lets get back to the topic!

JoshTurboTrollX · 03/11/2011, 09:42 AM

Quote from: nectarsis on 03/10/2011, 05:30 PMLet me know when you bring some lulz so I can catch up drinking

Oh I'll bring it! I'll bring......

Waitaminute!

I see what you did there

Mathius · 03/11/2011, 11:32 AM

Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 03/11/2011, 09:42 AM
Quote from: nectarsis on 03/10/2011, 05:30 PMLet me know when you bring some lulz so I can catch up drinking
Oh I'll bring it! I'll bring......

Waitaminute!

I see what you did there

nectarsis · 03/11/2011, 09:33 PM

Quote from: JoshTurboTrollX-16 on 03/11/2011, 09:42 AM
Quote from: nectarsis on 03/10/2011, 05:30 PMLet me know when you bring some lulz so I can catch up drinking
Oh I'll bring it! I'll bring......

Waitaminute!

I see what you did there

O:)