Say whatever you want about Adam Sessler (and because you're hiding behind the Internet, you very well may). But having hung out with him on a few occassions, I can confirm that he's good people. And he also knows his games.
So it's good news to hear that the X-Play host has been promoted to Editor-in-Chief of G4 Games Content. He'll now be keeping an eye on all editorial content for X-Play, as well as overseeing the gaming content for the entire G4 network. Sessler will continue to host X-Play, and I hope will continue his weekly online rants, as I'm easily amused.
I look forward to congratulating Adam in person, and the confused look on his face as he knows he remembers me from somewhere but can't quite figure it out. (Hint: It involved drinks. But doesn't it always?)
“X-PLAY” HOST AND GAMING INDUSTRY VETERAN ADAM SESSLER
PROMOTED TO EDITOR IN CHIEF, G4 GAMES CONTENT
Los Angeles, CA. December 17, 2008 – “X-Play” host and one of the most respected names in videogame journalism, Adam Sessler, has been promoted to Editor-in-Chief, G4 Games Content. In his new role, Sessler will oversee editorial content for “X-Play,” the most watched videogame show on television, as well as all gaming content for the network. Sessler will continue to serve as host of “X-Play,” along with Morgan Webb. The announcement was made today by Neal Tiles, President, G4.
On “X-Play,” Sessler brings fans the latest news and information on the constantly evolving world of gaming, including live demos of the titles gamers are most excited to see, exclusive interviews with the biggest names in videogames, sneak peeks at games still in development and behind-the-scenes profiles with gaming’s biggest developers. Sessler leads daily comprehensive coverage for the network, as well as news gathering from key industry events such as CES, E3 and Tokyo Game Show.
Sessler has been front and center on the most watched videogame shows on television for over 10 years including nearly 1,000 episodes as the host of “X-Play.” Prior to “X-Play,” Sessler hosted “Extended Play” and “Gamespot TV” for TechTV and ZDTV respectively. Throughout his career he has conducted interviews with the industry’s top luminaries, secured an unprecedented number of exclusives and broken numerous news stories on “X-Play.”
“Adam is an incredible resource and has helped position G4 and “X-Play” as the center of the gaming universe,” said Neal Tiles, President G4 TV. “We are lucky to have an industry expert with his experience, wisdom and passion, as well as his strong relationships throughout the gaming community, leading our team.”
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Also on a side note I hope Kevin Pereira and Attack of the Show burn in hell.
Oh well. Hurray for Adam Sessler!
Also, yay.
I met him at E3 in '06, super nice guy.
And he does know his video games.
Is being promoted at G4 a good thing?
Anyway, Sessler is G4!
their website has a lot of gaming content and AotS has some game content. Its not alot but it is more than just XPlay
I personally am not a fan of Sessler's preferences as a Reviewer...but the man does know his games. So its good to see him as EiC at G4.
On a side note, lets see if Fox News is stupid enough to bring him on the next time they go on a rant against "porn and murder simulators" in video games.
On a second side note, lets see if Fox News is even stupider to trot out their so called "video game expert", "Dr." (my ass!) Yvonne K. Albright aka, foxnews.com's "sexpert"...
...(I would wrecked that, but would much prefer someone more respectable like Anna David!)
har har
He is nice though, and he knows his shit. Which is more than you can say about 90 percent of industry talent. Grats you balding asshole.
I am happy for him.
I miss that show with Leo and the other guy. Can't remember his name, too drunk.