pabosher Posted January 21, 2013 So, GDC is coming up soon. I am excited, because I have applied to be (and been accepted as) a Conference Associate/Volunteer. Are any of you guys going? What do you anticipate from this year's GDC? New console stuff? The new Bungie game Destiny? Nels Anderson's talk about Mark of the Ninja? Here is a thread to discuss all those things; and, while you're at it, suggest crazy things for me to do in San Francisco (and where to eat). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
I_smell Posted January 21, 2013 Oh I forgot GDC happens! I'm looking forward to the same thing as every year: scrounging talks off GDCVault.com, which apparantly has a sweet new layout just in time! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shammack Posted January 21, 2013 I would like to go, but unfortunately I'm not one of the five richest kings of Europe, so I can't afford it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pabosher Posted January 21, 2013 Next year apply to be a volunteer! You get an all-access pass for FREE*! *you work for 20 hours over six days and that's it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
youmeyou Posted January 21, 2013 That's a swell idea, might just try that next year. 20 hrs is little to pay for one of the coolest conferences in the industry. Speedy, if it's still open, check out http://www.atlasobscura.com/places/musee-mecanique It's an awesome collection of 100 year old penny arcade machines. Very cool. Also eat all the burritos. My favorite is Papalote's fish burrito. I try not to think about it. Gotta keep the saliva IN my mouth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toblix Posted January 21, 2013 I would like to go, but unfortunately I'm not one of the five richest kings of Europe, so I can't afford it. So what are you doing here at richeuropeankings.com? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sno Posted January 21, 2013 If even just a few of the rumors pan out, GDC is going to be unrestricted insanity this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pabosher Posted January 21, 2013 If even just a few of the rumors pan out, GDC is going to be unrestricted insanity this year. Agreed. I'm actually really excited for just the Bungie thing; if the consoles are revealed/talked about too, it's going to be so weird/awesome. So what are you doing here at richeuropeankings.com? Christ toblix. Best. Speedy, if it's still open, check out http://www.atlasobsc...musee-mecanique It's an awesome collection of 100 year old penny arcade machines. Very cool. That looks freaky as hell man. And the fish burrito, I dunno. I like meat burritos... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Erkki Posted January 21, 2013 So what are you doing here at richeuropeankings.com? LOL! Can't stop laughing. Send help! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melmer Posted January 21, 2013 I love how comic sans viewed on ipad turns in to a calligraphy font Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nachimir Posted January 21, 2013 I'll be there for the first time in a few years, mostly because I'm working on some of it. I don't think the thing I'm working on most of the week is announced yet, but I'll also be helping out with one of the parties too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
youmeyou Posted January 21, 2013 That looks freaky as hell man. And the fish burrito, I dunno. I like meat burritos... You can give a man a fish burrito... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pabosher Posted January 24, 2013 You can give a man a fish burrito... But you cannot make me eat it, jeeze. Ew. (I will try it, for sure!) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miffy495 Posted January 25, 2013 Funny, my brain closed that as "but if you teach a man to fish burrito, he will have fish burrito for life." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tabacco Posted January 25, 2013 Protip: For GDC attendees willing to walk a bit there's some really good food to be had without the conference crowds. HRD Coffee Shop at 3rd and Bryant, for example, makes a spicy pork and kimchee burrito that is amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pabosher Posted January 25, 2013 Protip: For GDC attendees willing to walk a bit there's some really good food to be had without the conference crowds. HRD Coffee Shop at 3rd and Bryant, for example, makes a spicy pork and kimchee burrito that is amazing. That sounds amazing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nachimir Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks tabacco. Looks like it's kind of on the way to the apartment I'm staying in Any other recommendations from people in San Francsico? I used to know loads of places, but I'm sure they're out of date given I haven't been since 2009 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tabacco Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks tabacco. Looks like it's kind of on the way to the apartment I'm staying in Any other recommendations from people in San Francsico? I used to know loads of places, but I'm sure they're out of date given I haven't been since 2009 For food? - Ruchi, 3rd and Bryant also (South Indian food) - The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen, 2nd and South Park (You can guess their menu) - 21st Amendment, 2nd and South Park also (Brewery/Restaurant) - Farmer Brown's Little Skillet, Ritch between Townsend and Brannan (Fried chicken and waffles) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pabosher Posted January 25, 2013 Awesome, thanks dude! So, uh, yeah - if any thumbs want to hang out and grab a bite to eat at these places, let's do it! Is there any one particular thing you'd recommend for sure to eat tabacco? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nachimir Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks again Tabacco Meetups: Yes! Pabosher will be out there too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
melmer Posted January 25, 2013 You should all wear lime green so you'll recognise each other Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Murdoc Posted January 25, 2013 I missed GDC by 2 days last year when I moved down, so I'm especially excited to attend this year. Would totally meet up with the folks here whenever,and will write up some recommendations for food/drinks/stuff this weekend. No expert, just my first year impressions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pabosher Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks again Tabacco Meetups: Yes! Pabosher will be out there too. pabosher is me! I missed GDC by 2 days last year when I moved down, so I'm especially excited to attend this year. Would totally meet up with the folks here whenever,and will write up some recommendations for food/drinks/stuff this weekend. No expert, just my first year impressions. Rad, that sounds good man. Along with the food, which I'm genuinely most excited for, what is everyone hoping for from the conference? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jake Posted January 25, 2013 Good sandwich that I like, a few blocks away: http://www.thesentinelsf.com/ Also, a Thumbs meetup of some kind sounds like a good idea, if we can swing it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites