We all know that Randy is an avid gamer (to put it mildly).  Want proof?  Just check out his XBL tag on his profile page.  When someone plays games that much, you know they've got some good recommendations and many fond memories of games that you may have never heard of before - and now you can check out Randy's very own playlist from GameTap!  Check it out to learn about some of the games that inspire and helped shape Randy's gaming experience!

 

What are your favorite games?  Let us know what you think about this article on our forums!  

 

The Brothers in Arms comic, written by Mike Neumann and illustrated by David Fabbri, has been getting tons of positive attention from comics reviewers.  The most recent review at Comics Bulletin gives BiA #1 a perfect score!

 

"I honestly couldn’t put this book down and I’ve read it twice more and even dusted off the old game."

 

Ask for Brothers in Arms #1 from your local comic outlet or order the comics online!

 

Discuss this news on our forum! 

Paperback reader has given the first issue of the Brothers in Arms comic an A+ rating, saying "A thick book, with finely crafted artwork, including a brilliant closing shot of the channel crossing, this book hits the sweet spot of fiction and reality."  Head to your local comic store or order Brothers in Arms issue #1 today - you'll be glad you did!
Gearbox and Double Fusion released a press release today, announcing plans to work together using dynamic advertising and integrated sponsorship in games.  No details about specific titles have been announced at this time.  Read the full press release here .
Kotaku's Brian Ashcraft is doing some spring cleaning at his office and has some mighty fine Gearbox shirts available - as far as I know, you can't actually get these anywhere, so go check out the article to try and win one!
The March issue of OXM magazine features an article about the top 50 games of 2008.  Gearbox has managed to nab two of those top 50 spots with Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway and Borderlands - go Gearbox!  Visit OXM's website or pick up the magazine off your local newsstand!
Randy's made a somewhat cryptic and very exciting post on our forums about a new opportunity at Gearbox.  Though details are sparse, he's looking for top-of-the-line talent for an undisclosed project - read the post for more information!

With so many high profile projects underway, Gearbox is no stranger to the need for skilled individuals in our line of work.  How better to help nurture and encourage that talent than by supporting educational programs that focus on game development?  Gearbox has donated $50,000, mentors for students, and an audio lab to SMU's Guildhall program.  We have several employees who came from the Guildhall program and are proud to support higher education.  This article on gamesindustry.biz contains more details.

 

"I think it is clear that the videogame industry has the vast financial support and consumer demand it needs to continue its global growth. But what I and many industry leaders are very worried about is hiring and retaining world class talent. That's why programs like The Guildhall at SMU need our support." - Randy Pitchford

Just before we left for our holiday break, we had Kotaku's Brian Ashcraft come up to the offices for a visit while he was in town.  Here's his write-u p about his visit, read on for a little peek inside Gearbox.
Both Brothers in Arms Hell's Highway and Borderlands get a mention in Shacknews' recent article, The Year Ahead: PC gaming in 2008.  Next year is going to be huge for Gearbox, and it's awesome to see news outlets of all kinds recognizing our games!