Hello and welcome to the latest edition of the Giant Bomb Community Spotlight and I,
- In case you missed it, Drew is biking 120 miles to raise money for MS research, and needs YOU HELP to reach their fundraising goal! You can donate at http://bikingwhiteguy.com! That's not a joke. Drew bought that domain to raise money for charity. What a hero.
- Here's a link to Drew's Team Page.
- For those wondering about an archive, it can bee found on ClothMap's YouTube account. Part 1 has features Vinny and Drew as well as the glorious return of the Giant Bomb "Flight Club," and Part 2 has Drew and Alexis playing around with Halo.
Extra-Life 2018 - Can't Stop Won't Stop Doing It for the Kids
Just another friendly reminder, Giant Bomb's 2018 Extra-Life charity effort is November 3rd and the team is officially accepting members! Learn how to join over here, and spread the word wherever you are, and see if anyone you know is willing to donate!
Giant Bomb Extra Life Announcement Thread (By:
Get every possible detail you could possibly need on Matt's Extra-Life thread. Check out the FAQ if you do not understand how to join the team, or how you can help. Feel free to use the thread to link to your donation page!
Giant Bomb Extra Life Team Page
If you know you can join the effort, feel free to add yourself to the team RIGHT NOW! The team has already raised over $3,532, but new members would be greatly appreciated!
Clips Of The Week
Every Time They Roll A "10" in Mario Party Party (By:
To honor ONE YEAR since he made his first Giant Bomb compilation video, JeremyM returned to the party that kicked it all off. So here's every time Jeff, Brad, Drew, and Dan roll a 10 in Mario Party Party!
Every Time They "Every Time They..." (By: Ucantalas)
To commemorate JeremyM's one year anniversary of making fun Giant Bomb compilation videos, over on YouTube Ucantalas created a compilation video of every intro for JeremyM's videos! My head is spinning just from writing that sentence.
Giant Bomb Extra Life 2018. Play Games, Heal Kids! (By:
Hamst3r is back with an AMAZING promo video promoting Giant Bomb's 2018 Extra-Life team! If you need a flashy video to spread the news about Giant Bomb's team or you joining the effort, feel free to use it.
Community Activities
FIFA 19 Pro Club - PC (By:
Calling all FIFA 19 fans! We now have a Giant Bomb community FIFA 19 Pro Club for PC! Learn how you can join the fun using the link above!
Tweets Of The Week
A little highlight video of @drewscanlon and @VinnyCaravella "flying" helicopters and planes during the @clothmap charity stream for Bike MS. If you would like to donate to help fund MS research, head on over to https://t.co/IwXka1BI5G pic.twitter.com/EzfzJo7RPK
— Jeremy Medina (@JeremyRMedina) September 21, 2018
I know it's difficult, but can you please draw the person who did this to you? pic.twitter.com/iTfeQHIYVU
— Steve Kim (@Fobwashed) September 20, 2018
me and my best friend @PackBenPack pic.twitter.com/cBM32lWhgt
— Mohammed Abdullah (@Mystic_Mile) September 22, 2018
me and my best friend @PackBenPack pic.twitter.com/cBM32lWhgt
— Mohammed Abdullah (@Mystic_Mile) September 22, 2018
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Join The Discussion
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What do you make of PlayStation Now adding game downloads to the feature? Is this a game changer, or is the service still too limited for mainstream success? Feel free to share your two cents worth over here.
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What do you make of the recent flurry of reviews and benchmark tests for the NVIDIA RTX? What advice would you give to someone in the market for a new video card? Join our discussion using the link.
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Lovable Lists
Ranking of Fighters (By:
Giant Bomb user Splitterguy tried their hand at scientifically ranking every fighting games they have played! Looking at it, you really cannot argue with their SCIENCE!
Favorite Old Games Of The Year 2018 (By:
audioBusting played their fair share of "old" games in 2018 and you can see which ones they strongly recommend you check out on their latest list.
Most Anticipated Games for Fall 2018 (By:
Giant Bomb user DominateHate is really excited about five upcoming fall game releases! Find out what they are, and remember to create your own list.
Useful User Reviews
@bonbonetti 's review of Unravel shares why they greatly enjoyed its art style but struggled to accept its level design and gameplay.