Strange combinations:
Combine each of the three strange items listed below to come up with a video game that uses all of the items. If there is a sequel or a variation to a game, please list the original game only.
(i.e. Bricks + Ball + Paddle = Breakout, not Super Breakout or Arkanoid)
1.Fleas + Scorpions + Spiders = ? (Centipede)
2.Pickles + Sausages + Eggs = ? (BurgerTime)
3.Air Pumps + Rocks + Fire-breathing monsters = ? (Dig Dug)
4.Ghosts + Water Bubbles + Dragons = ? (Bubble Bobble)
5.Harpoons + Bubbles + Platforms = ? (Buster Brothers)
6.Burwors + Garwors + Thorwors = ? (Wizard of Wor)
7.Snakes + Fruit + Jukebox Manufacturer = ? (Nibbler)
8.Rock band + Guns + New Order Nation = ? (Revolution X)
9.Horseshoes + Cartoon horse mascot + Atari = ? (Shuuz)
10.Dirt + Razor Blades + Insects = ? (Bubbles)
Seen on screen:
Answer the questions below:
1.The boys from South Park collected money from the tooth fairy for what game system? – (Sega Dreamcast)
2.What 32 bit console sat on Drew Carey’s television for several seasons of “The Drew Carey Show”? – (Sega Saturn)
3.Matthew Broderick in the movie WarGames used what computer system to crack the W.O.P.R. machine? – (IMSAI 8080)
4.What classic video game console was found stuck in Peter Griffens belly button on the “Family Guy”? – (ColecoVision)
5.Of What Atari 2600: game does “Crabman” from “My Name Is Earl” keep Polaroids of his high score posted on the living room wall? – (Berzerk)
6.What arcade Machine is in the break room on Scrubs? – (Pac Man)
7.What classic video game “Icon” has been spotted on the side of a news van in the Showtime Network’s lesbian soap opera The L Word? – (Intellivision’s running man)
8.What computer in “The Life Aquatic With Steve Zissou” was featured in the Belafonte’s “state of the art” communication room? – (TRS80 Model III)
9.Kevin Flynn, in the movie “Tron” saddled up during his hacking run with Clu with what expensive and rare machine? – (Apple ///)
10.George Costanza from Seinfeld was spectacularly unsuccessful at bringing home what popular arcade game? – (Frogger)
Ralph or Nolan
Ralph Baer and Nolan Bushnell are at a fictional bar. They begin talking about their long histories with video games. “Yeah, those were some good times” quips Ralph. “Yeah, we sure created quite an industry.” answers Nolan. Unfortunately after much inebriation, Ralph and Nolan can’t quite remember who did what. Can you?
Answer the following questions with “Ralph” or “Nolan”.
1.Introduced the first coin-operated video game, Computer Space – (Nolan)
2.Developed the first pattern recognition game (Think Simon or Touch Me) – (Nolan)
3.Created the first home video game system – (Ralph)
4.Holds a US patent covering the concept of controlling a source of audio with the micro-processor of a video game – (Ralph)
5.Founded Androbot, a company that introduced personal robots for entertainment purposes. – (Nolan)
6.Developed the light-gun peripheral – (Ralph)
7.Developed the first successful coin-op video game, evidenced by the machine ceasing to function because it was jammed up with quarters – (Nolan)
8.Created the first home video game system that used “cartridges” to determine what game to play – (Ralph) (According to Leonard Herman, this is technically incorrect, as Ralph created the first video game. Magnavox later added cartridges to the system that became known as the Odyssey).
9.Named his company after an astronomy term meaning the Earth, Moon and Sun in perfect alignment. – (Nolan)
10.Recipient of the National Medal of Technology in 2005 – (Ralph)
Classic Classifieds
Find the video game that might advertise for these classic gaming positions.
1.Wanted: Need military personnel (preferably cloned) to repair Vaxxian Stations by blowing them up. Breakout playing ability desired, but not required. – (Major Havoc)
2.Position available for persons wishing to pick fruit from garden. Must be able to outrun unicorns. Ability to throw magic balls a plus. Clown uniform provided. – (Mr. Do)
3.Immediate opportunity: Dragon unleashing fireballs against our fortress. Need to be able to think fast and maintain multiple fireballs at once. Must be able to hold your fire and unleash it against our rivals. Teamwork not required. – (Warlords)
4.Position for assisted living specialist. Small creature requires constant attention to avoid falling into pits and avoid bad men. Ideal candidate is an extremely patient and caring individual. Must help with quest to find parts. Once parts are together, he’ll leave, never to return. We’re OK with this. Home phone number: 555-555-2487. – (E.T.)
5.Wanted: Genetic mutant. Must save last human family on earth from killer robots. Ability to shoot and walk in separate directions a requirement. Must not be afraid of killer robot tanks or geometric shapes. – (Robotron)
6.Are you looking for an exciting career opportunity? Want to build bridges and tackle Satan’s disembodied head? Join our team today! – (Satan’s Hollow)
7.Clown duo seeks capable teeter-totter driver for amazing balloon act. Must not be squeamish at the sight of squished clowns. Call 555-555-6398 for details. – (Circus (Atari))
8.Well-known lightning deity seeks capable individuals to compete in “friendly” tournaments with Outworld enemies. Martial arts experience a strong asset for this position. – (Mortal Kombat Series)
9.Grow with us! Gain valuable real-estate at your own pace! Our special electrical reinforcement system ensures you’ll never slow down as you progress, and our requirements grow with each level you pass. You won’t feel nearly as boxed in as the competition! – (Qix)
10.Experienced stunt-man required for extreme stunt. Must demonstrate experience with scaling buildings. Quick thinking and dexterity a plus. Experience with potted plants preferable, but not required. Includes free helicopter ride. – (Crazy Climber)
Sound Quiz:
Sound Trivia Files
1. Bosconian
2. Bagman
3. Galaga
4. Frenzy
5. Hang On
6. Journey
7. 10 Yard Fight
8. Mappy
9. Smash T.V.
10. Lock -n- Chase