On Video Games

The three greatest games of all time are Guitar Hero, Guitar Hero II, and Guitar Hero: Rocks the 80's. This is a fact. All arguments to this fact are about as valid as arguments against the nonexistence of God.

Video games are the best form of interactive media there is. This is largely because it's the ONLY form of interactive media. Rock and roll is the best musical genre there is, because it covers everything from The Beatles to Dragonforce. Basically, if its now hip-hop, pop, orchestral, or some ultra-alternative genre, then its some form of rock.

Now put those two together. The product is literally months worth of fun. The game is a juxtaposition of generation-defining graphics and technology and 30-year old gameplay. The controller is shaped like a guitar; playing the game makes you look as ridiculous as possible without looking like a complete jackass. Dance Dance Revolution... Oh, what? Sorry I trailed off for a second there. The point is, everyone wants to be a rock star, and with Guitar Hero, you can come pretty damn close without actually learning an instrument.