Joypad's #videogamedemocracy caused a stir at Boxpark

Shorditch is becoming the gaming hub of London - finding almost 2-3 gaming events every week now from Nintendo to Sega here is a non sponsored event to mix things up.

I was absolutely impressed with the equipment to put the #videogamedemocracy in to play. You had a large screen at the opposite end of the room (away from the consoles) attached to two sets of buttons which people need to tap continuously to make up numbers to win the vote. The large screen had two games to choose from.

Upon entering I asked how it went and I was just in time for a vote and 20 people ran across the room and button bashed like there lives depended on it. This consisted of perseverance and real passion! I absolutely loved the comradely - no trash talk - all friendly banter - the best part were a lot of the people had just met each there today.

I had a chat with a couple of people at the event some came alone some came in groups - Anders said he came to a previous event and invited friends this time around to come along and they all made circuits around the many consoles to play a bit of everything.

Every 15 minutes the vote began for a new game on different consoles, people were given wristbands after paying entry and were allowed in and out of the tent to smoke, bring food and drinks. The audience were a mix of people who came straight from work in suits and younger with 50/50 ratio of Male and Female.

 Joypad is run by George Swain and Matt Farthing. Their next event will be the Official EGX Rezzed Afterparty at the Pickle Factory.



Like Joypad on Facebook for more calendar events they organise or to book for events :-)

See more of my photos from the Joypad event here.

For more information on events follow my Twitter and Facebook. ~Aisha Anime~

NSG'S first POKÉMON AND SUPER SMASH BROS EVENT!

DATE: 11/04/2015

LOCATION: University of Westminster (campus and room TBA)

DOORS OPEN: 1pm

EVENT STARTS: 2pm

ENTRY FEE: £4

Hey guys and girls! You've been invited to NSG's first biggest event which will be all about Pokémon and Super Smash Bros! This speical event will consist of:

★ Pokémon ORAS mini-tournaments

★ Super Smash Bros 3DS mini-tournaments

★ Pokémon Roulette for both ORAS and XY

★ Raffles 

Do not worry about missing a thing either because we'll try our best to make sure you can enjoy all the fun stuff to do so you can have a good time!

You will need to bring your 3DS, entry fees and don't forget to sign UWSU Pokémon Society's external guest form if you are NOT a student of University of Westminster.

Please read the pinned post too, for the rulings of the mini-tournaments and Pokémon Roulette. 

We look forward to seeing you all - train hard! ~Aisha Anime~

 

Pokémon Society external guest form:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1r1eu89bu8eeHRzbKXvWquGP0YpQrGSH3TeCRSsn70vA/viewform

Pokémon ORAS mini tournament rulings:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10VcSlEfPg_00dhTIMH3xTH2kaBLEsXz0gEjZ9irKZYU/edit

Super Smash Bros 3DS rulings:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1OxVLFqF9cDRgk8uRMCWY_zLom40xlYpK2D0wWSoQbzw/edit

Pokémon Roulette rulings:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vSHLsgzug2SdnBcQs-x7wP3cHSOxOTNdNadrNh5Yf2o/edit

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More news/events poster on twitter.

Photo by League of Extraordinary Cosplay

Streetfighter x Tekken Event at 02 Islington

 brand new gaming event to hit the 02 Academy2,
sponsored by Dominos Pizza & Madcatz.

My friend Bevster from Rock n' Ramen invited me to this event because of my recent proclamation of Tekken being the superior fighting game (fact).


It's being held at O2 Academy 2 Islington on Sunday 29th April 2012


Doors opening : 12.00pm
Show time: TBC
Finish: 6pm


8bit Ego and Capcom present 'Batteries Not Included', a brand new gaming event to hit the 02 Academy2. 


With a 64 man Street Fighter x Tekken competition, live DJs, live artwork, giveaways, live streaming and more. Spectator tickets are free and entry to the competition is £8 per person - for a chance to win a first prize of £500.00 & runners up prizes.


Under 21s require ID to purchase alcohol
Competitors should arrive no later than Midday for registration
Over 16s only


☆64 man Street Fighter x Tekken competition.
★£500 winners prize and runner up prizes.
☆Exclusive beatbox routine from Faith SFX.
★Live DJ set from Ego Thieves.
☆Live artwork from JC Adams & JSummana.
★Huge raffle giveaway on the day.
☆Recorded for a live stream.
★Casual play & lots more.

Competition entree tickets £8.
Spectator tickets are free but limited edition.
**PLEASE NOTE: Free tickets include a small booking fee.**

Competitors should arrive no later than Midday for registration. Please note all competition entrees will be sent a registration form after ticket confirmation.


Buy tickets here.


Lol just another excuse to bust out the Anna Williams outfit and maybe kick a little Arse where possible ~

Brighton, Bdays & no blankets

photos courtesy of Anty Quinn

 Ah I complete believe it I managed to round up a bunch of the Anime society for Sean's Birthday party! (trust me this is no easy feat, it's like catching free range hens). After some evil plotting the suprise back fired and all was revealed to Sean as well he thought no one was coming and the bf got annoyed at me and many blah blahs later (and a much happier Otter ^^) I refused to tell him who was actually turning up - I will have ONE element of suprise God dammit!

Tip no 1 - always bring cards & snacks.

Dave's Comics great place for discounted manga

It kept everyone entertained playing blackjack  apart from the the gamers comparing their PSP Vitas booo you anti social poos I mean tell me next time so I could be anti social WITH you. After enjoy two of my squished egg sandwiches we were there and ready to hit the chilly streets, did I mention we went a day after the glorious weather and ended up soaking the salt air and cloudy skies - no rain so i was ecstatic. At this point I had said 5 times that no matter what we were going to have fun, despite the monsoon or a renegade badger devouring our bbq.

Fun was on the menu! So was a Chinese ^^ The food was a little bland, the guy opposite me ate his sushi which looked that of the Tesco value range :s The *Bubble tea i got excited tasted like Nesquik and the balls, ohh the balls they were small and way to soft :( My first bad bubble teas moment. luckily I order calamari which was fresh and sizzling - i can't comment on the others meals but a lot of bubble teas were left un drunk and hunger lingered. Damn shame but after a long walk through the town our spirits lifted on entering the comic book stores!

kitsch clothes in Brighton

*Bubble tea is a new trendy drink which can be made of fruit juice or milk flavourdness with a tea base and tapioca (vegetable) balls at the bottom, it's a lot nicer than it sounds.

Stopped off at Sainsbury's for a booze and snack run and then the party began ~

ultimate geek pad <3

Who wants to play Street Fighter?  or should i say

Shitty Fighter? Got your attention now >:)
Lol not my game but I played, I lost, I moaned ! Ha ha I preferred the Star Show game where I just moved around and shot stuff and picked up cash and VCR's XD Needless to say everyone got competitive on Supermario Bros and Donkey Kong - I stayed outta that war. All I wanted was a bed, no blankets or pillows but lots of towels, I had a towel pile on me at one point kept me nice and toasty ^^

Gaming brings ppl together...in carnage