Words matter. And in a world where the Internet makes sure that anything you write or say will never, ever disappear (so long as no one detonates a weapon to wipe out all technology like that totally rad scene at the end of
Escape from L.A.), they matter more than ever — which is something we’re not quite sure the video games industry has fully appreciated yet. And with any luck they never will, because the world would be a lot more mundane without deliciously insane quips like these flowing through the digital ether.
So in accordance with the custom at this time of year, we’ve put together a list of our favorite industry quotes of 2009. From hilarious to delusional, poignant to revelatory, there were nearly enough “say whaaa?” moments this year to fill two of these features. But below is the best of the best (or worst?) for your reading pleasure. Enjoy.
The Wonders of Motion Controls
“[It’s] like the 2D to 3D shift…that was the degree of shock I felt.”
- Hideo Kojima, on his reaction to seeing Project Natal for the first time.