Each instalment of the Black Panel Tweet Squad compiles the Twitter ramblings of a site contributor on a single topic. Be warned, these stream of consciousness posts provide a terrible insight into the psychology of our writers.

It was a day like any other. Deadlines loomed, study continued to take up my time and a growing pile of games screamed out for attention. Then that far too comforting “ding!” of a new email arriving in my inbox sounded. It was an exciting one this time. “How’d you like to review Dark Souls?” asked Erin. My heart skipped a beat. My interest in Dark Souls was high after my time with Demon’s Souls. What else was I going to say? I was naïve. I hit “Reply” as fast as I could. “YES!” I typed. Read the rest of this entry »

Black Panel Tweet Squad provides you with a regular digest of vaguely game related Twitter posts from our staff and contributors. You’ll hear from Erin Marcon (@ErinMarcon), Karen Jacobson (@KarenMJacobson), Matthew Hewson (@Hewso81), Jenn Christodoulou (@Jennacide77), Zorine Te (@harlitrix) and Jamie Dalzell (@Sir_JD). You can follow the site itself at @BlackPanelDaily.

10 RECENT TWEETS

@Jennacide77 – Loved the IGDA thing last night. Even if i spent more time riding the elevator up and down than gaming

@Erin Marcon – Argh! So close. Stupid… big… flower thing. #ChildOfEden

@KarenMJacobson – I will be reviewing #RiseofNightmares this September. After months of anticipation, I will be DEVASTATED if it’s not awesome.

@Hewso81 – Need to switch my brain off. Saints Row 2 it is

@harlitrix – Spotted on morning train to work – business man in suit is playing Starcraft 2 on his laptop. Awesomes.

@Erin Marcon – I just received a parcel containing a tiny replica of Thor’s hammer. That was… unexpected.

@Hewso81 – Insanely twisted shadow planet finished. Thank god, what a pain in the arse, Great ideas, poor controls ruined it.

@Sir_JD – Finally past the demo section of Darksiders – just keeps getting better and better

@Hewso81 – I have made a choice, I am going to boycott boycotting Diablo 3…… That’ll learn em #gamersarestoopidsometimes

@Erin Marcon – My sympathies to the local developers who found themselves “strategically realigned” this week.

OFF TOPIC

@harlitrix – Need new music. Preferably something in the rock/alternative/indie vein. Any recommendations?

COMMUNITY TWEETS

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Recent instalments of Black Panel Tweet Squad: 01.08.11 l 18.07.11 l 13.06.11 l 30.05.11 l 16.05.11

Black Panel Tweet Squad provides you with a regular digest of vaguely game related Twitter posts from our staff and contributors. You’ll hear from Erin Marcon (@ErinMarcon), Karen Jacobson (@KarenMJacobson), Matthew Hewson (@Hewso81), Jenn Christodoulou (@Jennacide77), Zorine Te (@harlitrix) and Jamie Dalzell (@Sir_JD). You can follow the site itself at @BlackPanelDaily.

10 RECENT TWEETS

@harlitrix – I thought I could get some rest over the weekend. Then I remembered EVO 2011 is on. Bye-bye R&R!

@Hewso81 – So this guy at work tells me that the original Dues Ex is overrated tripe…… We are no longer on speaking terms

@Jennacide77 – So its 5am and I’m still awake, but I’m not playing MMOs so therefore it’s ok.

@Sir_JD – Oh wow, I think I just crossed that threshold of “What am I doing?” into “Oh, now I get it….this is amazing!” #dwarffortress

@Erin Marcon – The 3DS has been out for five minutes and already the menu screens are cluttered with junk. The eShop in particular is all over the place.

@Hewso81 – Playing Codblops for the first time in ages. Gonna suck bigtime

@Sir_JD – Currently downloading Dino D-Day, because…well…dinosaurs and stuff…you know?

@Hewso81 – Should I buy Vampire: Masquerade on steam for $5. Will it work on Win 7? These are the questions I have…

@Sir_JD – Wow, From Dust has such a gorgeous, organic style. And colour!

@harlitrix – I really enjoy violent video games. I’d like to invite any ‘expert’ or ‘academic’ to take a look at me and link it to my behaviour. #soapbox

OFF TOPIC

@KarenMJacobson – Bridesmaids was funny, but listening to the women in the tow behind us enthusiastically sing along to Hold On by Wilson Phillips was funnier.

COMMUNITY TWEETS

We’re also interested in hearing from our readers. Insert the tag #BPTS in your game related tweets and we’ll include a selection of them here.

Recent instalments of Black Panel Tweet Squad: 18.07.11 l 13.06.11 l 30.05.11 l 16.05.11 l 03.05.11

Black Panel Tweet Squad provides you with a regular digest of vaguely game related Twitter posts from our staff and contributors. You’ll hear from Erin Marcon (@ErinMarcon), Karen Jacobson (@KarenMJacobson), Jenn Christodoulou (@Jennacide77), Matthew Hewson (@Hewso81), Zorine Te (@harlitrix) and Jamie Dalzell (@Sir_JD). You can follow the site itself at @BlackPanelDaily.

10 RECENT TWEETS

@harlitrix – If I ever have to review another JRPG again in my life it will be too soon.

@Erin Marcon – I have proofread two reviews today. Both included the word “carrot”. That is all.

@Hewso81 – Superwife is making super costume for my 30th birthday, I will give you a hint as to what it is #getoverhere

@Jennacide77 – Totally not playing #FEAR3 instead of taking uni notes.

@KarenMJacobson –They keep giving us these strange drinks at #AlienwareA52 – I’m scared! http://t.co/agdjVCL

@Sir_JD – Have I mentioned how excited I am for Bastion? No? Well, now you know! #Iwantitnow

@KarenMJacobson – What the hell Xbox Live? I downloaded a movie from Zune and now you won’t let me watch it! I should have gone to a video shop!

@Jennacide77 – Spending some quality time with a man i like to call Cole Phelps. Because that is his name.

@harlitrix – Steam screenshots are back! Huzzah. The pwnage gallery has returned.

@Erin Marcon – Well, Galaga Legions DX didn’t blow me away. It offers up some fun variations, but I prefer the way the satellites work in the original.

OFF TOPIC

@KarenMJacobson – It’s official – the human characters in Falling Skies are too boring for words. I am now supporting the aliens.

COMMUNITY TWEETS

We’re also interested in hearing from our readers. Insert the tag #BPTS in your game related tweets and we’ll include a selection of them here.

Recent instalments of Black Panel Tweet Squad: 13.06.11 l 30.05.11 l 16.05.11 l 03.05.11