Soundbytes

Game commentary in snack-sized mouthfuls

Religious experiences and a piracy endorsement in Australia

“When you experience Oculus technology, it’s like getting religion on contact. People that try it walk out a believer.” Are you ready to convert to the Church Of Oculus, as represented on Earth’s plane by Reverend John Carmack?

“If it ends up not being released in Australia, just pirate it after release. No need to send us any money. Just enjoy the game!” Hotline Miami 2 designer Jonatan Söderström cheerfully circumvents Australia’s ratings board

“Without a workforce that more closely mirrors the population, we are missing opportunities, including not understanding and designing for our own customers.” Intel CEO Brian Krzanich on why his company has started a $300million diversity drive

“No one wants to lose a match by being outnumbered while their teammate shoots grenades into their own forehead 100 times in the corner.”

Michael Condrey on why Sledgehammer is taking measures against those using an exploit to get matched with low-level fodder in Call Of Duty: Advanced Warfare