We rock. Seriously. We are way ahead of the curve. Here are some specific examples:

F.E.A.R. Rumored for Xbox 360. Well, no duh. Even though it was big news this past week, we commented on a rumor mole report from last October stating the same thing. So big news for everyone else was old news for us.

Bio Shock confirmed for Xbox 360. No duh part II. Again, we broke the scoop that was months ahead of Game Informers big cover story. But seriously don’t thank us, thank OXM, because we just stole it from them.

Resident Evil 4 Quick Timer Events != GOTY. I never said it before publicly, but should get credit for it nonetheless. QTEs used in Shenmue and they are criticized. QTEs used in RE4 and it’s the greatest thing since sliced bread. Will someone finally give Shenmue credit for a) earliest implementation of the modern sandbox environment; b) inventive use of QTEs in a real-time console title; and c) a freaking awesome franchise that should not die.

Online Gaming is a Networking Tool. I had publicly stated this before, but I’m too ashamed to go find the original post on PSOWorld. But apparently people are just now realizing that MMORPGs such as WoW and online gaming in Halo 2 can be used for more than just de-rez’ing virtual annoyances – they can also be used for team-building and lots of other corporate exercises. Back when I was unemployed, I thought PSO could be a good way for like-minded individuals to network and build professional relationships. In other words, you can’t trust someone who steals all the loot and never heals you. I guess I was just way ahead of my time.

Come back for more “I told ya so”s. And finish your vegetables before you leave the table.