I someday want to go to Australia just so I can visit the bar.
I don't drink, but its a great idea, and owned by Yahtzee!
I don't drink, but its a great idea, and owned by Yahtzee!
Poll: Anyone else think the mana bar is a lame idea?
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You've clearly never been to Wales. There's 3 pubs at the end of my road. Another pub/restaurant about 10 houses down from those, and another on the opposite side of the street.JimmerDunda said:
That's just my road. I guarantee you that Wales and the rest of the UK have a much, much more developed nightlife and boozehound mentality than Wisconsin. It's not fun, it's retarded.
Actually, I think it's not a bad idea.
There's always that guy who never got used to the social scene. He hates clubs/pubs and the rest. The only thing that he likes is gaming. Here's an opportunity to open up to the social scene.
There's always that guy who never got used to the social scene. He hates clubs/pubs and the rest. The only thing that he likes is gaming. Here's an opportunity to open up to the social scene.
I'd rather go to a game bar than a normal one, so you could actually meet a guy who doesn't want to bang you on the first date (or at least isn't as obvious about it).JimmerDunda said:
Besides if a guy asked me to dance I wouldn't have to reject them because I can't dance we could play DDR instead.
Darn it all and I had a good idea thenPaksenarrion said:
OT: I'd love to visit, sounds fun social games usually are, plus I had a brawl night and it was better than any night out
Ok I read the first page and the last two comments of this thread so apologies if I am repeating. But I do agree it is intended as a pub, not a club, so while it is in the valley where the clubs are, it is max 50 people and long and thin so a very pub-like atmosphere. Also while they might have problems to begin with where people buy cheaper drinks elsewhere and get drunk then come in and play games since last I heard they were having free entry and free games, they will eventually solve that I hope.
It is open from 12pm-12am so those who just want a drink after work and talk with gamers it would cater for that market, of whom there are a few. Also it does provide a sort of area where people who can't afford the newest console or game can come and play them, or even try before they buy. And of course a big novelty factor for its opening night, and any visitors to Brisbane.
In conclusion, I think while some of their practices may be slightly flawed, the overall idea is very good and I shall be attending the opening on the 20th of march. If I can get in.
Edit: Also, about the drunk girl gamers, I'm not entirely sure that it is the sort of place it is intended for. Just meeting fellow gamers, be they female or not, is a worthy existence. And they needn't be drunk to enjoy your company or being pawned by you. (or visa versa)
It is open from 12pm-12am so those who just want a drink after work and talk with gamers it would cater for that market, of whom there are a few. Also it does provide a sort of area where people who can't afford the newest console or game can come and play them, or even try before they buy. And of course a big novelty factor for its opening night, and any visitors to Brisbane.
In conclusion, I think while some of their practices may be slightly flawed, the overall idea is very good and I shall be attending the opening on the 20th of march. If I can get in.
Edit: Also, about the drunk girl gamers, I'm not entirely sure that it is the sort of place it is intended for. Just meeting fellow gamers, be they female or not, is a worthy existence. And they needn't be drunk to enjoy your company or being pawned by you. (or visa versa)
Its nearly a good idea - if it was set up more in the model of a pool hall or snooker club it'd be better.
Joshimodo said:
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/11/16/us/16wisconsin.html
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/349035/wisconsin_the_binge_drinking_state.html?cat=22
http://www.statemaster.com/graph/hea_alc_con_bin_dri-health-alcohol-consumption-binge-drinkers
Perhaps you should know what you are talking about before you make claims, but I wouldn't except anything less ignorance from the Welsh.
We also have damn near a bar at every corner in my city. Even the smaller towns have dozens of bars on their main streets.
Why has the use of proper grammar become an option now?JimmerDunda said:
OT: You know, I kinda like the idea of a bar that caters to gamers, but I don't see this lasting long.
Unless they get some massive word out, with the way game situation is Australia is The Mana Bar might have a tough first year or so.
I like the idea of a gaming bar, one thing for meeting new people, another is meeting up with friends at a bar is a lot less hassle than bringing everyone back to my flat or something. I don't know how much I'd like a packed bar though, those can be as bad as clubs for noise levels, but the idea of a few pints and a mario kart competetion is not a bad one at all, no sir.