The Escapist Presents: Tour the Fortress

[Kuliani]

I officially know where I want to work.

Was it just me, or did the "Community" section of the office give off a serious vibe of awesome?

We call it the "Light" section of the office. Honestly, they had to turn on the ceiling lights for the tour on the "Dark" section where editorial/art/IT play work.

Another thing that was generally missing was the amount of headphones and music listening that goes on. Obviously folks had to be ready to turn around and speak on camera so no one was wearing headphones (cept Louis, but he had his thinking cap on).

I liked the guys in the dark room. Do you ever let them out?

The GMs (Game Masters) work on various support stuff across the company, but are mainly known for being the first line of defense for the awesome game, Wizard 101 (a kid-oriented MMO[footnote]I played it for awhile, don't be afraid to check it out just because you are older, it's still really fun.[/footnote]). While the video implies otherwise, those guys are the least creepiest and most patient of the folks here.

 

[Kuliani]

I liked the guys in the dark room. Do you ever let them out?

The GMs (Game Masters) work on various support stuff across the company, but are mainly known for being the first line of defense for the awesome game, Wizard 101 (a kid-oriented MMO[footnote]I played it for awhile, don't be afraid to check it out just because you are older, it's still really fun.[/footnote]). While the video implies otherwise, those guys are the least creepiest and most patient of the folks here.

Awesome, I was under the impression they were kept in a dark cold room for the interests of science and gambling. Like everyone in the office had a bet on the day in which they would crack or something... I was grossly mis-informed by the video.

I didn't say they were nice; if you look one of them in the eye, they will cut you.

 

[Dragon-Byte]

Interestingly enough, the editorial staff seem to be the happiest campers in the whole building.

 

[John Funk]

Newton, it's a shame your collection is all boxed, because it occurs to me we could set up one freakin' awesome diorama.

 

[whaleswiththumbs]

Such a happy office, man, I wish I could work there. Who knows? Maybe you'll become big enough and make a UK office! Here's to another 5 years!

Calumon: And here's to 10 more years after that!

Yes. To worldwide Escapist office domination! It must go NC, UK, Canada(maybe), Japan(They would be the people we never ever hear from) Then a "team" somewhwre in the caribean, presumably on the beach, not doing a lot of work.

OT:
Yay susan, my pony-loving love. I am jealous of the E-pony. After I make a guitar, an E will be necessary. Maybe an electric guitar with the neckboard attaching to the E.. completely badass. I would make a copy and send it to you guys.

Even though I remember seeing videos of the Escapist office, I had this strong feeling it was a very large amount of empty cubicles taking up a massive warehouse. And alot of pictures of random people...

 

[DrStrangelove]

I liked the guys in the dark room. Do you ever let them out?

The GMs (Game Masters) work on various support stuff across the company, but are mainly known for being the first line of defense for the awesome game, Wizard 101 (a kid-oriented MMO[footnote]I played it for awhile, don't be afraid to check it out just because you are older, it's still really fun.[/footnote]). While the video implies otherwise, those guys are the least creepiest and most patient of the folks here.

Awesome, I was under the impression they were kept in a dark cold room for the interests of science and gambling. Like everyone in the office had a bet on the day in which they would crack or something... I was grossly mis-informed by the video.

I didn't say they were nice; if you look one of them in the eye, they will cut you.

The reason the room has to stay cold is because if it warms up the corpses start stinking to high heaven.

We are like the Ty Cobb of the office...minus the racism.

 

[Myan]

Wow, so escapist staff are allowed to play WoW at work? damn, wish i could

Yes, yes we are [http://www.escapistmagazine.com/news/view/101803-Play-WoW-with-Doraleous-and-Associates] And yes, we love our jobs.

 

[lewism247]

Very nice, I enjoyed seeing the inner workings of the escapist

A few comments

Funk: How much did that cost you?

Pitts: Mafia poster. Awesome.

Louis: Nice hat

Slycne: Sup Vik'nar

 

[Drayvock]

The two people in the ...dark room were kinda strange though

We're not creepy or strange, just cold and heartless... ;-)

 

[Doctor VonSexMachine]

Nice tour.
Why does it bother me to much that her shirt changes throughout the film?

 

[Team Hollywood]

Happy 5th birthday!
Also, I love the thinking cap.
I demand one immediatly!

They're surpisingly easy to find around st. patty's day

 

[Team Hollywood]

Logan: Nice hat

It's Louis, but thank you kind sir!

 

[lewism247]

Logan: Nice hat

It's Louis, but thank you kind sir!

Oops, my apologies

and you're welcome!

 

[SaunaKalja]

I thought you were all Internet People, living and working in the Internet. Nice tour regardless.

And happy birthday! \o/

 

[CaptainCrunch]

Nice to see some of the people who dont often get a chance to star in videos!

Indeed, sound guy had a face on him like "ITS MY TIME TO SHINE!"

I actually show up pretty often, but rarely say anything memorable. I was really excited to show off my awesome Batman picture though, since the guy that drew it is one of a handful of people I've met who share my opinion of the latest Bat-films.

(Shameless plug: http://www.facebook.com/pages/BUNNIES-ON-FIRE/114144352737 )

 

[A Pious Cultist]

Best. office. ever. Also, whats with the Nerf obsession?

Every office should have Nerf arsenals.

Of course, how else would you avoid murderous rage from building up among the ranks?

 

[ShadowKatt]

I think my dream job was just shown to me...

My whole life has been a waste until now. I must go there!