This news came to me a bit late–and as a bit of a shock. Robert Culp, one of my favorite actors – – has passed away. He and Bill Cosby starred in the original “I Spy” television series together. In the 80s, Culp joined the cast of “The Greatest American Hero.”

And the early 90s he starred in one of the first FMV video games for the Philips CDI: Voyeur. Voyeur is not revolutionary or even that great of a game. However, it does afford me the chance to post about Culp’s participation in what was considered a controversial video game. At the time of its release Congress was reviewing regulations on video game violence and suggestive content. I wonder if his friendship with Hugh Hefner is somehow connected with him getting a role in “The first interactive adult movie.” (That link is work safe.)

He may not have been an A-Lister, but in my book he was cool. RIP Robert Culp.

This is an unmodified iPad using an emulator designed for the iPod touch.

Via Engadget

Hey gang, you may remember an earlier post about 3D Dot Game Heroes [coming soon from Atlus] posted here some time ago. Recently at the Spring Retro Video Game Party, we were debating whether or not the game had actually been released. I’m writing now to let those of you who had interest know… pre-orders are now being taken for the game everywhere. I just put a pre-order in for mine today. The game will be out May 11th and is still getting lots of great pre-release reviews and positive buzz around the internets.

If you’re a Zelda fan, this is probably the closest the PS3 will ever get to it. Sadly for Microsoft gamers, there will not be an Xbox version of this game in the foreseeable future.

IGN article.

New Trailer via IGN channel on YouTube:

A new T-Shirt design appeared in the GridCycle store on Zazzle today:

Click the photo to see full design.

This stylish Henley sports a design inspired by two things:

1. A rare video game title from the 80s called Stadium Events.
2. An unanticipated find by an auctioneer yielded a colorful auction ad which included the phrase, “I NEARLY CRAP IN MY PANTS WHEN I FIND OUT WHAT THIS IS!”

This shirt is an homage to both the game and the exuberance the anonymous auctioneer yielded.  Get yours today on Zazzle by visiting the GridCycle store.   Don’t like the shirt choice?  Looking for something cheaper?  You can put this design on any shirt of your choosing.  When you place your order, use this coupon to get 10% off:  TSHIRTS10OFF

Hope I brought a little entertainment home to you today. 😉

I just snagged a copy of Batman: Arkham Asylum for PS3 for $29.99.  And Dante’s Inferno is today’s featured item at a mere $38.99.   Looking at the hints for the other lightning deals, it looks like today is a Video Game Sale day at Amazon.  Lego Indiana Jones will be up at the end of the day.

Enjoy!