Drinking Games: Mariokart DUI

[Brinnmilo]

Great idea for a new series, will definitely follow. Was a bit surprised to find it on the escapist but this isn't necessarily a bad thing. Reading the comments it seems you got a pretty mixed reception with an average "meh", however some people seem to have mistaken this for some kind of sitcom-esk show, rather than informative with a fun spin.

Also is one of the drinkers Seananners from the youtube? It probably isn't (been a while since I watched any of his stuff) but from memory he looks very similar.

 

[Monsterfurby]

As a single skit, yeah, I see that working. But A SERIES? Wow. I mean, wow.

 

[Ben Simon]

That was pretty meh. Maybe if it focused more on the people, it would be funnier.

 

[vxicepickxv]

What did the 5 fingers say to the face?

SLAP!

Interesting concept, pretty bad execution.

 

[Yankeedoodles]

There were a lot of things I liked in this. The sports commentator was fun and engaging and there were a couple of really funny moments (that Rule 34 sketch especially).

But I'm not going to be watching any more episodes. I think this has the potential to be entertaining but I don't like the idea of a show encouraging alcohol consumption in general and especially not on a website with so many younger visitors; regardless of any admonitions to 'drink responsibly'.

 

[godofallu]

I was playing a L4D drinking game last night, I drank way too much.

Everytime you get pounced or boomed on you drink. Did three campaigns against some very serious competition. Can't say I recommend it.

 

[Nimbus]

A drinking game... with beer? Seriously?

Weaksauce.

 

[Sad Face]

Promising. And instructional. I will check this out next week as well.

I found the same thing. I look forward to seeing more and watching it evolve. I think they might need an episode or two before they really hit their stride, but this was a great start and I can't wait to see more.

 

[Frozengale]

Was this supposed to be interesting....

Well I don't have any reason to hate this as much as Jimquisition, but it certainly is just as horrible.

 

[The Shade of Time]

Well I know people are going to more than likely say that this isn't up to whatever tone that The Escapist usually sets for itself. I am thankful however for the nice change of tone.

Ohh and this MAY be the only show/video that has had Mario Kart Wii and I've watched the whole way through.

 

[ChaoticKraus]

Given that damn map that will be a very deadly game indeed.

 

[Liquid Paradox]

I stopped watching at "They seem pretty liquored up to me, which means they are having fun!"

...Seriously? I find this both tasteless and insulting. I seriously hope this video gets taken down before people start associating video games with alcohol poisoning. For fuck sakes, Escapist Magazine, kids come here. I don't usually sage on this website, but I hope you guys see the big picture before the first lawsuit.

 

[PinkiePyro]

bleh this show belongs over on thedrunkenmoogle.com
not escapist it has gaming in it but comes off insulting to those of us who play game when sober

 

[Roquefort]

Sorry, I can't really see myself coming back to this again. Watching this was like going to a bar or a party as a designated driver. Drunk people aren't fun to be around while sober and watching them on video (if they really are drunk) is even worse.

 

[deadpool.forever]

Funny but interested in how there going to keep the series fresh.

 

[Shadow_Kid]

YES i hope this goes on for a loooonnnnnggggg time

 

[itsausernamewhatofit]

OK, this is a terrible video. For the first time on Escapist I didn't even get to the end of the first episode of a series. OK I get the idea of the drinking game is good, and would probably be a lot of fun for a bunch of people playing the game.

Watching someone commentate on people playing a drinking game, with fairly obviously badly acted shots of "drunk" players, simply doesn't work at all.

yeah same here, couldn't get through it, i agree completly

 

[Reptiloid]

So, same creators as No Right Answer, and equally bland, poorly written and unfunny. Considering how the majority of the new shows on this site has been, I guess I should've seen this coming.

 

[Waaghpowa]

Why would I waste my time watching a video of people getting drunk when I could just go out and do the same?

 

[Kuro Kaze]

Love the concept you have plenty to work with. Bit of a rough start but this is your first one up and I have full faith in you guys get get out there and drink some beer!....Game...Game is what I meant....