+JasonlikesINTV Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 I know it's probably too early to panic, but with the recent cancellations of SXSW and Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con, I sincerely hope PRGE isn't affected. This year should be epic, especially with the Amico debuting in the Fall. Speaking of which, I wonder if production will be impacted ? Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtariBrian Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 Just now, JasonlikesINTV said: Amico People care about that? ? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+fdr4prez Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 hopefully like many "flu seasons" it'll taper off as things warm up 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+cmart604 Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 Fingers crossed this isn't as big an issue by then. I'm really looking forward to an August PRGE so we can spend some time on patios enjoying Portland's many beers. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+the1hatman Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 It's just the latest incarnation of the flu (bird, swine, SARS, blah, blah...) so I am not the least bit concerned on a personal level. I do understand why some events would cancel over the issue. Safety first is always a good policy as it is always better to overreact to these kinds of things rather than have to play catch-up after. But I'm willing to bet that by August, this will be old news. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+intellivotion Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 I hope there won't be restrictions for me born in a now infested country and working in another now infested one. I'll wear a mask and bring bottles of sanitizers, if you like. We might take in consideration to make personalized masks for the Intv Brotherhood instead of badges EDIT: I meant infected. Stupid exchange of consonants 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfy62 Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 Will anybody be distributing the Corona virus Special Edition at the Expo? Put me down for 1!? 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+fdr4prez Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 1 hour ago, intellivotion said: I hope there won't be restrictions for me born in a now infested country and working in another now infested one. I see only one common denominator here 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JasonlikesINTV Posted March 7, 2020 Author Share Posted March 7, 2020 2 hours ago, intellivotion said: I hope there won't be restrictions for me born in a now infested country and working in another now infested one. I'll wear a mask and bring bottles of sanitizers, if you like. We might take in consideration to make personalized masks for the Intv Brotherhood instead of badges I think you (patient zero) might be on the banned list ? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+intellivotion Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 Just now, JasonlikesINTV said: I think you (patient zero) might be on the banned list ? you meant patient platinum 125, didn't you? 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted March 7, 2020 Share Posted March 7, 2020 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+BBWW Posted March 8, 2020 Share Posted March 8, 2020 On 3/7/2020 at 1:40 AM, the1hatman said: It's just the latest incarnation of the flu (bird, swine, SARS, blah, blah...) so I am not the least bit concerned on a personal level. I do understand why some events would cancel over the issue. Safety first is always a good policy as it is always better to overreact to these kinds of things rather than have to play catch-up after. But I'm willing to bet that by August, this will be old news. Yeah, you aren't old enough to die from this, unlike someone I know. :-) 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+the1hatman Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 2 hours ago, BBWW said: Yeah, you aren't old enough to die from this, unlike someone I know. ? Well not yet anyway. Clock's ticking pretty loudly though! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+intellivotion Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 people less than 50yo are in intensive care, with tubes to support their breathing, otherwise they would probably die. There's a guy in Italy I heard of - 38yo, soccer player and long distance runner, super healthy prior the COVID-19 - who's in intensive care between life and death since at least two weeks. That said it's obvious that the weakest ones are those who risk their life the most. That virus is a damned killer and the underestimating is its strongest accomplice. Just to be clear, there's nothing personal here. I was one of the first who made some healthy (?) dark humour about it. My apologies for the O/T. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intymike Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Yeah, I hope this damned virus is history until August. Didn't book the flight or hotel so far. Airlines like Lufthansa canceled half of their flights. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfy62 Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 3 hours ago, intellivotion said: people less than 50yo are in intensive care, with tubes to support their breathing, otherwise they would probably die. There's a guy in Italy I heard of - 38yo, soccer player and long distance runner, super healthy prior the COVID-19 - who's in intensive care between life and death since at least two weeks. That said it's obvious that the weakest ones are those who risk their life the most. That virus is a damned killer and the underestimating is its strongest accomplice. Just to be clear, there's nothing personal here. I was one of the first who made some healthy (?) dark humour about it. My apologies for the O/T. I have to admit I joked about it too. Reason being,there is still a lot of unknowns with how far it will spread and how long it will take to get a vaccine out and get it under control. I will not however live in fear or let it control my daily life. So,my approach to things is try to keep them on the humorous side to add a positive twist to an obviously bad situation. All we can do is wait and see,and pray and hope for the best possible outcome for everyone.? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CharonPDX Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 Hopefully whatever is going to happen with this virus has run its course by then. Not just for the sake of PRGE, but for world health! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+intellivotion Posted March 9, 2020 Share Posted March 9, 2020 1 hour ago, wolfy62 said: I have to admit I joked about it too. Reason being,there is still a lot of unknowns with how far it will spread and how long it will take to get a vaccine out and get it under control. I will not however live in fear or let it control my daily life. So,my approach to things is try to keep them on the humorous side to add a positive twist to an obviously bad situation. All we can do is wait and see,and pray and hope for the best possible outcome for everyone.? I totally agree, every single word Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+JasonlikesINTV Posted March 12, 2020 Author Share Posted March 12, 2020 Welp, looks like E3 was cancelled. https://www.gamespot.com/articles/e3-2020-canceled-due-to-coronavirus-concerns/1100-6474647/?ftag=GSS-05-10aab8e Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 PlaythroughGC 2020 in Raleigh also cancelled. Was going to have a booth there. https://www.playthroughgc.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Lathe26 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 Vintage Computer Faire PNW (Seattle) was just cancelled. http://vcfed.org/wp/festivals/vintage-computer-festival-pacific-northwest/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rev Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 6 hours ago, Lathe26 said: Vintage Computer Faire PNW (Seattle) was just cancelled. http://vcfed.org/wp/festivals/vintage-computer-festival-pacific-northwest/ How large was this show on average? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
+Lathe26 Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 6 hours ago, Rev said: How large was this show on average? Modestly sized, a smaller than SRGE and VRGE. Note that this far more computer focused and barely mentions gaming consoles (if at all). It's also heavier on the technology, demonstrations, and hands-on but not much about selling stuff. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intymike Posted March 12, 2020 Share Posted March 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Lathe26 said: Modestly sized, a smaller than SRGE and VRGE. Note that this far more computer focused and barely mentions gaming consoles (if at all). It's also heavier on the technology, demonstrations, and hands-on but not much about selling stuff. Sounds more like the retro meetings over here in Germany. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Intymike Posted March 13, 2020 Share Posted March 13, 2020 BTW. Two, retro meetings I wanted to attend, one tomorrow and the other on Saturday next week are canceled. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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