I love the game developer Platinum Games, and buy everything they put out. Their new game, Metal Gear Rising: Revengeance, is the latest in a long-running series with a famously incomprehensible backstory? I've played a bit of Metal Gear Solid 2 and didn't really enjoy it. I'd like to know a. if anyone who's played MGR: Revengeance knows what backstory I need to enjoy it or b. if anyone can provide a summary or a link to a quick summary of Metal Gear Solid's backstory.
posted by Charlemagne In Sweatpants
on Feb 21, 2013 -
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What forums do you know of that discuss good gear at budget prices? I'm aware of
Budget Light Forum for flashlight aficionados and Poor Man's Watch Forum for watch junkies. What else is there? [more inside]
posted by lekvar
on Jan 3, 2013 -
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I spend a lot of time cruising the web during my slow days at work. One of the things I love are websites with cool "gear" for guys. Help me find more!
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posted by Stan Grossman
on Oct 22, 2012 -
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Gearing up for a 6 month road-trip in the US. What do I take? Looking for sleeping bag, technology, and other gear recommendations.
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posted by piedmont
on May 18, 2012 -
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I'm going camping in Algonquin Park in the first week in May. It's going to be cold. What do I need to bring to stay warm?
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posted by iona
on Apr 11, 2012 -
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People who either travel with "gear" (broadly defined) or have to pack "gear" for work--how do you preflight what you're taking, make sure you have it when you go out, and make sure you bring it back when you return? Bonus: how do you label things so that it makes its way back to you if your protocol fails?
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posted by Admiral Haddock
on Feb 3, 2012 -
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I'm planning a trip do Death Valley in january and I'll be landing in Las Vegas where I'll spend the first day or two preparing, and I wonder if anyone has some recommendations for places where I can get the supplies I need.
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posted by tristpinsm
on Dec 22, 2011 -
8 answers
What is the best way to get two snowboards (and associated gear) from Seattle, Washington to Aspen, Colorado if we don't know where we will be staying while there? Flying with the snowboards would be hugely inconvenient, since travel plans include two continents and several cities with extended stopovers before we eventually meet up in Aspen for NYE.
posted by halogen
on Dec 5, 2011 -
9 answers
I'm 30 lb overweight because of depression. I want to start running. Tell me what running shoes I need, what running Apps.
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posted by buck:fuller
on Nov 12, 2011 -
25 answers
Inspired by
this question, I've decided to finally go for the Couch to 5k. I'm currently reading through the excellent threads on here, but I have a couple of specific questions.
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posted by swingbraid
on Nov 10, 2011 -
10 answers
What is the optimal wiring configuration to make the most of a very specific set of PA equipment?
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posted by glibhamdreck
on Jun 4, 2011 -
3 answers
I'm in the UK, I've just started Couch to 5k, and I'm having trouble getting suitable running gear. Particularly a sports bra. Help!
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posted by mippy
on May 12, 2011 -
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I am looking for some sweet camping gear to give as a gift to my new bride. The only catch is that we already have most of the basics. Looking for something she/we can really use and would make a great gift.
posted by 2legit2quit
on May 6, 2011 -
31 answers
Help me find a blog! It was about people on the streets with interesting cameras. It showed closeups of the cameras and sometimes their owners.
posted by jgwong
on Mar 17, 2011 -
2 answers
Where can I find a lightweight t-shirt, or its functional equivalent, with a zippered chest pocket to carry my iPhone when I'm running?
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posted by Naberius
on Mar 9, 2011 -
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Computer music MeFites! I need your help! Here is what I want to do: compose music on Finale, export the composition to a MIDI sequencing software, add beats that I'd also like to create myself, and then mix in real instruments including voice. What do I need?
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posted by The Pantless Wonder
on Oct 8, 2010 -
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Getting camping gear together... what should we buy next? We have just bought a tent (4 person), 2 chairs and 2 therma rests. We will be camping at a caravan park this time. What should we buy next? What are the priorities?
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posted by jojobobo
on Sep 17, 2010 -
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So I bought a used Jansport dome tent. It is nice and cost me very little, but I was wondering if there is a complete list of Jansport tents online somewhere that I can use to identify it.
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posted by mecran01
on Aug 23, 2010 -
4 answers
I'm leaving for Bulgaria tomorrow with a bunch of professional radio/recording gear. Kindly lavish me with advice on getting there and back with all my equipment intact.
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posted by mykescipark
on Jul 29, 2010 -
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Me and my girlfriend are planning to embark upon a long adventure. We have never done it before and have some questions.
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posted by Sentus
on Jul 20, 2010 -
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What would be a good place to find small plastic gears for hobby projects?
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posted by DMan
on Jul 6, 2010 -
12 answers
I have an old Line6 GuitarPort with Gearbox 3.5 on a Windows laptop. Does anyone know if there is a Line6 plugin or other software available (from Line6 or elsewhere) that I can download to my laptop that will simulate a looper pedal (or a phrase looper as defined by
wikipedia ).
I'm trying to record the rhythm for a song I like, have it loop and then freestyle the solo on my guitar, all through my computer.
posted by WhereAmI
on Mar 25, 2010 -
3 answers
I'm currently in Medellin, Colombia and am flying to Letitica in the Amazon in just under two weeks. What gear do I need to buy?
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posted by jontyjago
on Jan 18, 2010 -
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I'm training for a half marathon and am looking for some suggestions - specifically, jog bras that don't chafe and workout gear for the extra sweaty.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 29, 2009 -
12 answers
I need product recommendations for winter running. Hats, gloves, socks, tights, etc.
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posted by cashman
on Sep 17, 2009 -
14 answers
What's the shift pattern on a 1980 Toyota pickup? The 4-speed shifter, not the 4WD.
posted by attercoppe
on Aug 4, 2009 -
13 answers
Ok I'm convinced, I want an "eVent" waterproof jacket. The problem is I want to try it on (hopefully in New York City or surrounding area) and eVent is a terrible name to Google.
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posted by 2bucksplus
on Jul 16, 2009 -
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Tomorrow, my boyfriend and I will be photographed nude and somewhat covered in electronics (music making equipment and cords). Is there anyway to attach expensive, somewhat heavy mixers and controllers to our bodies?
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posted by Juliet Banana
on Jul 6, 2009 -
12 answers
What compact gear setup is be best for taking general-purpose environmental audio field recordings while traveling?
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posted by colinmarshall
on Jun 22, 2009 -
7 answers
Photographer filter: Can you recommend a good gear backpack for storing a camera, a few lenses, and a laptop?
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posted by mtphoto
on Jun 15, 2009 -
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I want to (re)build a small, mostly digital studio in my office. I write and play mostly indy pop, typically using no more than 16 tracks with a mix of electronic and acoustic instruments. Although I have a ton of gear, most of that will remain in boxes. I'm going for a smallish singer/songwriter production suite.
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posted by digitalprimate
on May 21, 2009 -
7 answers
Where can I find a comprehensive list of music featured on episodes of BBC's Top Gear?
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posted by QUHZK
on Mar 8, 2009 -
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