First of all, thanks to all who came out to the meetup! As mentioned before, DtoidSF went down to Japantown to check out the brand new center focused on Japan pop culture, New People. Approximately 12 of us showed up to walk around, and take in what Japanese pop had to offer. After checking out the insanely priced gadgets and accessories at New People, Dyson led us to a beacon of awesome nearby.....a Burger King across from a Goodwill. :D
After checking out the mall in Japantown, we decided to take one more stop at New People before dinner.....this time, out of nowhere, the whole second floor was taken up by tons of girls in gothic Lolita dresses, marking the highlight of the evening :P. Seeing this kinda freaked us out, as you can see from Husky's expression here:
After dinner at a Sushi place, it was time to call it a day. Thanks again to everyone who showed up, and for those who couldn't make it, we hope to see you at another NARP!
I now leave you with possibly the best City Group photo ever. Behold.
Here is a quick blog about a meetup being planned currently for members of Dtoid San Francisco. This weekend, Japantown is pleased to have a grand opening of New People, a center designated for celebrating J-Pop! (as seen on Japanator.) A couple of Dtoiders wanted to meet there on Sunday Aug, 16th, to check out the center, maybe catch a film, and hang out.
A bonus is that at New People, there will be an exhibit by Yoshitaka Amano, the man best known for his Final Fantasy character designs. It should be a pretty awesome exhibit! :D
Anyway, if you are interested in coming out, or if you just want to hear more about this event and other events that happen so spontaneously that we dont have time to blog about it, join the Google Group! (Make sure to include your Dtoid name so we know who you are <3)
If you live in the Bay Area, and are not on the DtoidSF mailing list, first of all, SHAME ON YOU! Being on the DtoidSF google group is the best way to find out what events Dtoiders in your area have planned, such as gaming events and such. For example, this Sunday, DtoidSF is planning to meet up at the Sunnyvale Golfland in the South Bay for great arcade and minigolf times! There is much to do there, such as: Play Pop'n Music! Challenge Tactix at BlazBlue! Feast your fingers on DJ Max Technika! Beat Guttless at minigolf (he's chokes under pressure....trust me :D)
The current plan is to meet up at the Golfland around lunchtime, play games at the arcade, and then maybe head over to EarthbounderNess's place for games.
When: This Sunday
Where: 855 E El Camino Real
Sunnyvale, CA 94087-2937
Why: Why the hell not?!
Hope to see you there! (and for the love of Science, join the Google Group <3)
Your friendly neighborhood DtoidSF blog here. The school year is coming to a close soon which means (for most people, not me....I hate grad school) more time for FUN! And instead of spending time secluded in our rooms playing games (again not me...my stupid 360 RROD'ed), if you live in the Bay Area, I wanted to let you know about something we have planned!
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July 18th
Did you guys see Dale and Colette's epic interview with Nobuo Uematsu and coverage of the Distant Worlds concert? Well, HOLY SHIT the Final Fantasy Distant Worlds concert is coming to SAN FRANCISCO!!! If you've wanted to dress up all nice and hear amazing Final Fantasy music played by a world renowned orchestra then this event is for you!
Tickets are already on sale, so I would suggest buying them as soon as possible here. DtoidSF plans to meet up in the city for dinner and then a night at the symphony. Afterward, there are no plans set in stone, but all I know is when you put gamers in "fancy pants" clothes and go out for a night on the town, good times will be had!
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That's all thats planned for now, but the summer is just starting! If you havent signed up for the Google group yet, make sure to do so by clicking the link in the side bar, or clicking here.
ALSO!!!!
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Hey Guys! This is a reminder that tomorrow, Capcom, EVO, and Gamestop have teamed up to present the Street Fighter IV US National Championship Finals on Saturday, April 18, 2009 at 7p.m. This event will be held at the Fort Mason - Festival Pavilion
Not only will we get the chance to see some amazing SFIV players battle it out, but there will be tons of things to do. Below are just some of the things happening that night:
- SFIV game play kiosks
- Autograph signing with Yoshinori Ono, Producer for SFIV, and Seth Killian, EVO founder and Special Advisor to the game
- Performances by freestyle dance crew and America’s Best Dance Crew finalists, Supreme Soul, live on-stage throughout the night [OMG...AMAZING!!! I LOVE Dance Crews!! - Tactix]
- DJ spinning throughout the night
- SFIV-themed costume contest, activities, and prizes
- E-Shots photo booth, Venom Energy Drink samplings, Estate LA custom hat experience, Coveroo laser etching experience, and SFIV models
Last, this event is being held in collaboration with the Second Harvest Food Bank, and is being called "Street Fighter Fights Hunger". If you bring some canned food or make a monetary donation, you can also feel good about yourself.
I just wanted to thank all who came out to the DtoidSF 3rd Anniversary Party! It was a night full of games, drinking and a little bit of drunken Apples to Apples...(from what I can remember at least). Extra special thanks go out to Kapkomi for bringing not one but TWO arcade sticks for some epic SFIV and Guilty Gear battles....sadly the Mad Catz tournament stick was defective!
And of course, what is a party thrown by Tactix without some views of the rape closet and the viewing of Zombie Strippers in under 40 minutes, narrated by yours truly! (I love that movie like Chad loves Showgirls :D)
Anyway, here are some pictures that were taken that night!
Keep your eyes peeled on the emailer and c-blogs for the next big event! Keep the last weekend of March open...I'm sure you will not be disappointed :P
Welcome to the Destructoid San Francisco group. This blog is meant for all Dtoiders that are in or near the San Francisco area. The purpose here is to set up community events such as NARPs and any type of get together like conventions, cons, industry events, etc. This is done for and by the community because sometimes, just talking to each other on the Internets isn't enough.
If you want to be added to the friend's list or want to set up some kind of party/event, then please just PM me.
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