Joe's E3 Journal

[digitalpress]

Well, I'm loaded up with all kinds of gear, should be able to get online between shifts at our E3 exhibit and share pictures, experiences, and whatnot.

PHOTOS
General Floor Pics:
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5
Summary Pics (for recap page):
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5/main
History of Videogames Exhibit:
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5/booth
History of Videogames Set-up (behind the scenes):
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5/setup
Booth Babe Pics:
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5/babes
After Hours Pics (see the exhibit floor without people!):
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5/empty
Xbox 360 Demo:
http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5/xboxdemo

Starting here, I'm at Newark Airport in NJ. Isn't wireless technology wonderful?

As usual, whenever I'm going to be away, something breaks. Looks like our online guide is broken and I haven't been able to get in touch with Adam. Usually he just snaps his fingers and the database obeys.

I'm looking forward to this years' exhibit. Last year we had no idea what we were getting into, and while it all turned out great, some things took forever to get done. The setup wasn't at all efficient. This year we're on top of things and even though we've got less personnel I'm confident we'll have a faster setup tomorrow.

The crew is much more relaxed about it as well. John and I even put together a little gag for the concourse, announcing "NEW FOR 2005" and then proceeding to describe the futuristic Starplex Controller. "Unique five button design!" "Perfect for your favorite space shooters like Star Fox(tm)!". Heh. Then you see this early 80's hunk of technology all brand spakin' new. We even have a Mythicon Star Fox game sitting beside it. Yeah, maybe it doesn't sound so funny but it's the sideways looks at the display that I'm looking forward to capturing

My plane to L.A. boards in 45 minutes. I'll see some of you there - others I'll do my best to convey in pictures and text right here.

Game onwards!

[hydr0x]

can't wait for the coverage

hope everyone enjoys his visit and maybe i'll be able to visit E3 too one day (when i have become rich )

[digitalpress]

OK, DP HQ has been set up in our base at the hotel.

I'm solo for the next two hours or so, John and Larry are en route via San Jose (with a truck full o' museum goods).

To be continued!

[digitalpress]

I'll post pictures to this folder as I get 'em.

http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5

[Stark]

That first pic is great but it really dosen't tell a story. More drama please.

[Famidrive-16]

I'm guessing that's DP.

[Lothars]

yup I would agree, I think that's joe but im not sure.

[digitalpress]

Heh, yeah that's just me. That is the official "thumbs up" of DP@E3

Better photos later. I promise!

[tholly]

Heh, yeah that's just me. That is the official "thumbs up" of DP@E3

Better photos later. I promise!

pics of joe in a hotel room......hmmmmm.....more please.....and less clothes

[Queen Of The Felines]

Don't forget the obligitory "John + Corona" pic.

Kristine

[punkoffgirl]

Wow, you even SHAVED! *lol*

What are you still doing in YOUR hotel room?

[Videogamerdaryll]

I'll post pictures to this folder as I get 'em.

http://www.digitpress.com/images/cge@e32k5

Cool..Looking forward to seeing them....

[digitalpress]

John and Larry arrived with the truck sometime around midnight. We drank beer and had a jolly good laugh.

We're headed off to the Convention Center with said truck o' goods. Over the course of the day we'll hook up with four or five other guys as we set up the booth. I'll get some pics of the set up as well.

See ya's in a few.

[l_lamb]

You should make this topic sticky, at least until after the show's over.

[AtariBuff]

Joe,
I wish you and the guys a great time at the E3.
maybe next year a (small) european delegation will attend the cge. i'm looking forward to it

[fergojisan]

You should make this topic sticky, at least until after the show's over.

I'm sure at some point they'll spill some beer on it, then it'll be sticky.

I'm looking forward to seeing pics of the setup this year. Last year's was awesome.


Dr. Pushy

[bargora]

Have fun, brother!

Incidentally, did you cut off the top of your head in the first picture to disguise its true size?

[digitalpress]

WHEW!

Setup is done and the exhibit looks great. I took photos of this, which includes the grand unraveling of the mighty DP banner high above the exhibit itself!

I gotta run but I'll add some details to this later. Check the link above for the photos!

[punkoffgirl]

Oooh, so Mister Kelley DID go!

Good luck tomorrow! Everything looks really awesome.

[ubikuberalles]

I see you decided to display not only some classic game systems but also some classic GAMERS!