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Following recent legislation making video-games illegal in Greece, Greek criminal fraternities have been stepping in to fill the gap in the market. Now that gaming is outside the law, these cartels are casually infringing on the copyright laws behind our favourite franchises. By making superficial changes to popular games, underground games developers have been creating titles that are defined as 'educational' rather than 'entertainment'... thereby avoiding prosecution by the authorities.
The following games have already been adapted so that they might find their way onto the shelves of empty Athenian games shops. Due to the way in which these 'educational' titles teach the player about Greek culture, it is hoped that they will not be deemed to be in breach of the new regulations.
Spiros the Dragon
The Greek equivalent of St. George's dragon in British folklore. Spiros is steeped in such rich tradition that the game shall be considered as a national treasure. Mind you, from a gameplay perspective, any dragon that sports a big greasy moustache AND breathes fire is bound to entertain.
Bobba Feta
In the place of the upcoming 'Star Wars: Bounty Hunter' game comes this version, based around the exploits of Bobba Feta. You must hunt down rare and precious ingredients to complete a gourmet Greek salad. Search the galaxy for lettuce, on-the-vine tomatoes, olives and, of course, everybody's favourite dry, white, crumbly cheese: feta.
Grand Theft Ouzo
Much like existing GTA games, but with an aniseedy twist. You must bop around a virtual Athenian cityscape looking for big bottles of Ouzo: which you must consume rapidly to inspire a killing spree or two. There are also plenty of sub-missions involving other Greek alcoholic beverages: Retsina, um, smaller bottles of ouzo, and, er... smaller bottles of Retsina.
Olympus Olympics 400BC
The authentic grand-daddios of button-bashing Olympic games. The first ever competiton held at the foot of Mt. Olympus, where mortals must compete against assorted semi-deities in a variety of classic athletic events. The original and most popular Greek game of all time.
Rhodes Rash
A motorbike game with circuits set in Rhodes. Hence the name. Although the emphasis is on entertainment in a 'Road Rash' stylee, the graphical references to Rhodian(?) tourist attractions should be enough to appease the Greek Ministry Of Peculiar Policies.
The Greek-est Link
A gameshow style quiz hosted by Annios Robinsina. All the questions are chosen to find out which contestant is the most Greek. I'm not even going to try and suggest how that might be done... it's a silly idea anyway.
Although evidence to support any of this is not currently available, I hope that this minor omission does not detract from the integrity of my investigative journalism. It's all true.
The following games have already been adapted so that they might find their way onto the shelves of empty Athenian games shops. Due to the way in which these 'educational' titles teach the player about Greek culture, it is hoped that they will not be deemed to be in breach of the new regulations.
Spiros the Dragon
The Greek equivalent of St. George's dragon in British folklore. Spiros is steeped in such rich tradition that the game shall be considered as a national treasure. Mind you, from a gameplay perspective, any dragon that sports a big greasy moustache AND breathes fire is bound to entertain.
Bobba Feta
In the place of the upcoming 'Star Wars: Bounty Hunter' game comes this version, based around the exploits of Bobba Feta. You must hunt down rare and precious ingredients to complete a gourmet Greek salad. Search the galaxy for lettuce, on-the-vine tomatoes, olives and, of course, everybody's favourite dry, white, crumbly cheese: feta.
Grand Theft Ouzo
Much like existing GTA games, but with an aniseedy twist. You must bop around a virtual Athenian cityscape looking for big bottles of Ouzo: which you must consume rapidly to inspire a killing spree or two. There are also plenty of sub-missions involving other Greek alcoholic beverages: Retsina, um, smaller bottles of ouzo, and, er... smaller bottles of Retsina.
Olympus Olympics 400BC
The authentic grand-daddios of button-bashing Olympic games. The first ever competiton held at the foot of Mt. Olympus, where mortals must compete against assorted semi-deities in a variety of classic athletic events. The original and most popular Greek game of all time.
Rhodes Rash
A motorbike game with circuits set in Rhodes. Hence the name. Although the emphasis is on entertainment in a 'Road Rash' stylee, the graphical references to Rhodian(?) tourist attractions should be enough to appease the Greek Ministry Of Peculiar Policies.
The Greek-est Link
A gameshow style quiz hosted by Annios Robinsina. All the questions are chosen to find out which contestant is the most Greek. I'm not even going to try and suggest how that might be done... it's a silly idea anyway.
Although evidence to support any of this is not currently available, I hope that this minor omission does not detract from the integrity of my investigative journalism. It's all true.
illzen wrote:
> Spiros the Dragon
> The Greek equivalent of St. George's dragon in British folklore.
> Spiros is steeped in such rich tradition that the game shall be
> considered as a national treasure. Mind you, from a gameplay
> perspective, any dragon that sports a big greasy moustache AND
> breathes fire is bound to entertain.
Lol, why is every bloke in Greece called Spiros
> Spiros the Dragon
> The Greek equivalent of St. George's dragon in British folklore.
> Spiros is steeped in such rich tradition that the game shall be
> considered as a national treasure. Mind you, from a gameplay
> perspective, any dragon that sports a big greasy moustache AND
> breathes fire is bound to entertain.
Lol, why is every bloke in Greece called Spiros
I feel for the Greeks.
Gaming banned?
Prohibation comes to mind...
Prohibation comes to mind...
LOL! Nice :D
Greek Gaming Underworld ;)
Greek Gaming Underworld ;)
Following recent legislation making video-games illegal in Greece, Greek criminal fraternities have been stepping in to fill the gap in the market. Now that gaming is outside the law, these cartels are casually infringing on the copyright laws behind our favourite franchises. By making superficial changes to popular games, underground games developers have been creating titles that are defined as 'educational' rather than 'entertainment'... thereby avoiding prosecution by the authorities.
The following games have already been adapted so that they might find their way onto the shelves of empty Athenian games shops. Due to the way in which these 'educational' titles teach the player about Greek culture, it is hoped that they will not be deemed to be in breach of the new regulations.
Spiros the Dragon
The Greek equivalent of St. George's dragon in British folklore. Spiros is steeped in such rich tradition that the game shall be considered as a national treasure. Mind you, from a gameplay perspective, any dragon that sports a big greasy moustache AND breathes fire is bound to entertain.
Bobba Feta
In the place of the upcoming 'Star Wars: Bounty Hunter' game comes this version, based around the exploits of Bobba Feta. You must hunt down rare and precious ingredients to complete a gourmet Greek salad. Search the galaxy for lettuce, on-the-vine tomatoes, olives and, of course, everybody's favourite dry, white, crumbly cheese: feta.
Grand Theft Ouzo
Much like existing GTA games, but with an aniseedy twist. You must bop around a virtual Athenian cityscape looking for big bottles of Ouzo: which you must consume rapidly to inspire a killing spree or two. There are also plenty of sub-missions involving other Greek alcoholic beverages: Retsina, um, smaller bottles of ouzo, and, er... smaller bottles of Retsina.
Olympus Olympics 400BC
The authentic grand-daddios of button-bashing Olympic games. The first ever competiton held at the foot of Mt. Olympus, where mortals must compete against assorted semi-deities in a variety of classic athletic events. The original and most popular Greek game of all time.
Rhodes Rash
A motorbike game with circuits set in Rhodes. Hence the name. Although the emphasis is on entertainment in a 'Road Rash' stylee, the graphical references to Rhodian(?) tourist attractions should be enough to appease the Greek Ministry Of Peculiar Policies.
The Greek-est Link
A gameshow style quiz hosted by Annios Robinsina. All the questions are chosen to find out which contestant is the most Greek. I'm not even going to try and suggest how that might be done... it's a silly idea anyway.
Although evidence to support any of this is not currently available, I hope that this minor omission does not detract from the integrity of my investigative journalism. It's all true.
The following games have already been adapted so that they might find their way onto the shelves of empty Athenian games shops. Due to the way in which these 'educational' titles teach the player about Greek culture, it is hoped that they will not be deemed to be in breach of the new regulations.
Spiros the Dragon
The Greek equivalent of St. George's dragon in British folklore. Spiros is steeped in such rich tradition that the game shall be considered as a national treasure. Mind you, from a gameplay perspective, any dragon that sports a big greasy moustache AND breathes fire is bound to entertain.
Bobba Feta
In the place of the upcoming 'Star Wars: Bounty Hunter' game comes this version, based around the exploits of Bobba Feta. You must hunt down rare and precious ingredients to complete a gourmet Greek salad. Search the galaxy for lettuce, on-the-vine tomatoes, olives and, of course, everybody's favourite dry, white, crumbly cheese: feta.
Grand Theft Ouzo
Much like existing GTA games, but with an aniseedy twist. You must bop around a virtual Athenian cityscape looking for big bottles of Ouzo: which you must consume rapidly to inspire a killing spree or two. There are also plenty of sub-missions involving other Greek alcoholic beverages: Retsina, um, smaller bottles of ouzo, and, er... smaller bottles of Retsina.
Olympus Olympics 400BC
The authentic grand-daddios of button-bashing Olympic games. The first ever competiton held at the foot of Mt. Olympus, where mortals must compete against assorted semi-deities in a variety of classic athletic events. The original and most popular Greek game of all time.
Rhodes Rash
A motorbike game with circuits set in Rhodes. Hence the name. Although the emphasis is on entertainment in a 'Road Rash' stylee, the graphical references to Rhodian(?) tourist attractions should be enough to appease the Greek Ministry Of Peculiar Policies.
The Greek-est Link
A gameshow style quiz hosted by Annios Robinsina. All the questions are chosen to find out which contestant is the most Greek. I'm not even going to try and suggest how that might be done... it's a silly idea anyway.
Although evidence to support any of this is not currently available, I hope that this minor omission does not detract from the integrity of my investigative journalism. It's all true.