The Blog of G

Just for the day that’s in it

Have a great Christmas everyone

I know what I want for Christmas, do you?

On the 23 September 2011, Codemasters will release the highly originally titled, “F1 2011” the official game of the 2011 F1 championship. I can’t wait, I was a big fan of last years F1 2010 as well so I really want to get my hands on the update.

It’s all the new things that were added, what with F1′s rule changes this year there’s now the added complication of two “push-to-pass” buttons. One of which you can only use in certain places under certain conditions. Then of course there are the new cars and circuits (enjoy the Turkish race as the 2012 title won’t have that) and we’re told to expect different engineers voices depending on which team you’re driving for.

It appears that the graphics have been improved, at least, judging from the trailers we’ve seen so far. When I think back to the first racing games I played over 30 years ago I’m truly astounded and humbled by how far gaming has come.

There’s also new and improved 16 way online action with a full 24 car race field. Apparently you and your mate will also be able to play as team mates, in an obvious but hither-to-unheard-of co-op mode in a racing game… astonishing.

You can pre-order from Amazon now for delivery on release date.

So there’s a Senna racing, a Lotus car, with a Renault engine, in black and gold colours, in the Spa GP this weekend.

This has happened twice before.

The previous results were first(’85) and second(’86)

Here’s some footage from the end of the ’85 race

I have a feeling that Bruno may not make the podium this weekend but what a story it would make if he did. That’s part of the reason I hate all the negativity about him getting his chance “at Nick’s expense”. Nick has had his chances, way more than most get and when was the last time he won a race? in any category?

Good luck Bruno.

Buffy on her way home for the first time

Well it can be and what a life that would be nothing to do all day except eat, sleep, pee and poop! One can only dream.

Buffy's strange sleeping position

One year ago today a little Puppy came into the world, a few weeks later and she came to live with us, where she has felt (I hope) happy and loved ever since. In return she has showered both of us and everyone she meets with affection, sought to distract us from the daily stresses of the world and made us laugh again and again.

So as today is her birthday I thought I’d share a few moments from the last year, with the world.

Happy First Birthday Buffy

Buffy the Passenger

Thank you for being our best friend