how to tell if something is art

Posted 2006-06-11 01:15:02 by Jim Crawford Time Magazine: “Maybe you've heard of a little guy named Mario? Italian plumber, likes jumping?” Me: You know what would suck? If it turned out Mario hated jumping. Craig: That's his day job. I mean, you think Gordon Freeman likes crowbarring headcrabs? Me: No, but he doesn't shout “wahoo!” whilst doing it. Craig: That's Mario's kiai! After all, you don't think he jumps 20 feet into the air by normal means, do you? Me: Poor Mario, why must I torture you so! Craig: That's how you know it's art. [link to this] [See more on “games”]

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