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Bleu Ninja: Another source

Bleu Ninja — Thu, 28 May 2026 07:51:26 GMT

Another source

Bleu Ninja: /* Skunkape Games */ tense

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 11 Mar 2026 01:56:11 GMT

Skunkape Games: tense

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	Skunkape Games is a small team of ex-Telltale employees, unaffiliated with LCG Entertainment's modern incarnation of Telltale, that obtained the rights to the studio's ''Sam & Max'' games after its 2018 closure.{{ref\|14}}		Skunkape Games is a small team of ex-Telltale employees, unaffiliated with LCG Entertainment's modern incarnation of Telltale, that obtained the rights to the studio's ''Sam & Max'' games after its 2018 closure.{{ref\|14}}

-	The original release of ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' has remained unavailable for purchase since 2019.{{ref\|15}} On February 4, 2026, Skunkape announced a remastered version of ''Poker Night'', ~~to be~~ released on March 5.{{ref\|16}}	+	The original release of ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' has remained unavailable for purchase since 2019.{{ref\|15}} On February 4, 2026, Skunkape announced a remastered and updated version of ''Poker Night'', which was released on March 5.{{ref\|16}}

	== Store ==		== Store ==

Bleu Ninja: /* Skunkape Games */ Dropped this footnote whilst editing.

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:26:01 GMT

Skunkape Games: Dropped this footnote whilst editing.

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	====Skunkape Games====		====Skunkape Games====
-	Skunkape Games is a small team of ex-Telltale employees, unaffiliated with LCG Entertainment's modern incarnation of Telltale, that obtained the rights to the studio's ''Sam & Max'' games after its 2018 closure.	+	Skunkape Games is a small team of ex-Telltale employees, unaffiliated with LCG Entertainment's modern incarnation of Telltale, that obtained the rights to the studio's ''Sam & Max'' games after its 2018 closure.{{ref\|14}}

	The original release of ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' has remained unavailable for purchase since 2019.{{ref\|15}} On February 4, 2026, Skunkape announced a remastered version of ''Poker Night'', to be released on March 5.{{ref\|16}}		The original release of ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' has remained unavailable for purchase since 2019.{{ref\|15}} On February 4, 2026, Skunkape announced a remastered version of ''Poker Night'', to be released on March 5.{{ref\|16}}

Bleu Ninja: PNaTI rerelease announcement + general Skunkape info.

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:20:30 GMT

PNaTI rerelease announcement + general Skunkape info.

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	'''{{w\|Telltale Games}}''', in its original incarnation, was a video game company that partnered with [[The Brothers Chaps]] (via [[Videlectrix]]) to produce ''[[Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People]]'', a game in five episodes (or "[[portmanteaus\|actionsodes]]" in [[Strong Bad]]'s term). This partnership extended to unique promotional media, merchandise, and a supporting appearance from Strong Bad in Telltale's ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''. The Telltale offices were seen in the promotional video series [[Behind the Bad]], which featured Strong Bad interacting with staff as they produced his game.		'''{{w\|Telltale Games}}''', in its original incarnation, was a video game company that partnered with [[The Brothers Chaps]] (via [[Videlectrix]]) to produce ''[[Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People]]'', a game in five episodes (or "[[portmanteaus\|actionsodes]]" in [[Strong Bad]]'s term). This partnership extended to unique promotional media, merchandise, and a supporting appearance from Strong Bad in Telltale's ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''. The Telltale offices were seen in the promotional video series [[Behind the Bad]], which featured Strong Bad interacting with staff as they produced his game.

-	Telltale Games closed in 2018~~; though~~ {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|~~the "Telltale Games" brand has~~ been revived}}, their [[Homestar Runner (body of work)\|Homestar Runner]] games are currently unavailable for purchase on modern platforms.	+	Telltale Games closed in 2018. Though the "Telltale Games" brand has since {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|been revived}}, their [[Homestar Runner (body of work)\|Homestar Runner]] games are currently unavailable for purchase on modern platforms.

	== History ==		== History ==
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	Telltale Games was founded in 2004 by former [[LucasArts]] employees; they had worked on the company's {{w\|LucasArts adventure games\|adventure games}}, and struck out on their own as LucasArts had ceased producing adventure games. "Telltale" was so named as their adventure games focused more on storytelling than puzzle solving. The company's games were typically released in an {{w\|Episodic video game\|episodic format}}, themed around licensed niche IPs with strong fanbases {{--}} an early game was ''[[Sam & Max]]'' (which previously had been licensed to LucasArts).		Telltale Games was founded in 2004 by former [[LucasArts]] employees; they had worked on the company's {{w\|LucasArts adventure games\|adventure games}}, and struck out on their own as LucasArts had ceased producing adventure games. "Telltale" was so named as their adventure games focused more on storytelling than puzzle solving. The company's games were typically released in an {{w\|Episodic video game\|episodic format}}, themed around licensed niche IPs with strong fanbases {{--}} an early game was ''[[Sam & Max]]'' (which previously had been licensed to LucasArts).

-	===Partnership with ~~The~~ Brothers Chaps===	+	===Partnership with the Brothers Chaps===
	Although the Brothers Chaps had previously received video game licensing offers from companies like [[Sega]], they had rejected such partnerships due to concerns that the games would not capture the spirit of Homestar Runner.{{ref\|1}}		Although the Brothers Chaps had previously received video game licensing offers from companies like [[Sega]], they had rejected such partnerships due to concerns that the games would not capture the spirit of Homestar Runner.{{ref\|1}}

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	In keeping with many of the games on the website, ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' was presented as being produced "in partnership with [[Videlectrix]]".{{ref\|5}} The fictional company's mention in the initial press release led to humorous confusion from a shareholder, who did not recognize the [[inside joke]].{{ref\|1}}		In keeping with many of the games on the website, ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' was presented as being produced "in partnership with [[Videlectrix]]".{{ref\|5}} The fictional company's mention in the initial press release led to humorous confusion from a shareholder, who did not recognize the [[inside joke]].{{ref\|1}}

-	Videlectrix's fictional relationship with Telltale was often humorously portrayed as combative, with their [[Good Graphics\|lower-tech output]] clashing with the 3D graphics used by Telltale. [[videlectrix.com#November 19, 2008\|On November 19, 2008]], Videlectrix expressed jealousy of "graphical oppressors" Telltale Games and announced plans to "strike back". Attempts included releasing [[Dangeresque Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]] to cash in on ''[[Dangeresque 3: The Criminal Projective]]'' and creating alternate ''SBCG4AP'' box art (which later became the reverse artwork for the [[SBCG4AP Collector's DVD]]). The release of Roomisode 1 prompted a press release from Telltale Games:~~{{ref\|7}}~~	+	Videlectrix's fictional relationship with Telltale was often humorously portrayed as combative, with their [[Good Graphics\|lower-tech output]] clashing with the 3D graphics used by Telltale. [[videlectrix.com#November 19, 2008\|On November 19, 2008]], Videlectrix expressed jealousy of "graphical oppressors" Telltale Games and announced plans to "strike back". Attempts included releasing [[Dangeresque Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]] to cash in on ''[[Dangeresque 3: The Criminal Projective]]'' and creating alternate ''SBCG4AP'' box art (which later became the reverse artwork for the [[SBCG4AP Collector's DVD]]). The release of Roomisode 1 prompted a press release from Telltale Games:
-	<blockquote>"Unhappy with our Strong Bad games, Videlectrix has taken it upon themselves to release a Strong Bad game of their own from [http://www.videlectrix.com www.videlectrix.com]. "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/dangeresque.html Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]" is completely unauthorized and it's unfortunate that they've resorted to this. In spite of our creative differences and some weird late night phone calls from the irate Videlectrix CEO, Telltale has successfully completed production on the Strong Bad season finale and many of us think it's the best episode of the season. We only wish Videlectrix could have been a bit more grown-up about the whole situation."</blockquote>	+	<blockquote>"Unhappy with our Strong Bad games, Videlectrix has taken it upon themselves to release a Strong Bad game of their own from {{p\|l=http://www.videlectrix.com www.videlectrix.com}}. "{{p\|l=http://www.homestarrunner.com/dangeresque.html Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque}}" is completely unauthorized and it's unfortunate that they've resorted to this. In spite of our creative differences and some weird late night phone calls from the irate Videlectrix CEO, Telltale has successfully completed production on the Strong Bad season finale and many of us think it's the best episode of the season. We only wish Videlectrix could have been a bit more grown-up about the whole situation."{{ref\|7}}</blockquote>

	The 'trix would later assert that, though the companies' difference were not irreconcilable, a second season would be on hold until Telltale agreed to "get rid of that ridiculous THIRD dimension".{{ref\|8}}		The 'trix would later assert that, though the companies' difference were not irreconcilable, a second season would be on hold until Telltale agreed to "get rid of that ridiculous THIRD dimension".{{ref\|8}}

	==== Later Collaborations ====		==== Later Collaborations ====
-	[[File:strongbadmax.jpg\|thumb\|Strong Bad~~'s poker strategy consists of belittling~~ his ~~opponents~~ and ~~hoping they fall prey to his "natural musk fog~~."]]	+	[[File:strongbadmax.jpg\|thumb\|"Back in the mid 2000s, Strong Bad licensed away his handsome and cool likeness for a point-and-click adventure game, and he’s been stuck doing promotional guest appearances ever since."]]
	The main menu animation of [[strongbad_email.exe Disc Six]] utilized the CG models from SBCG4AP, and the intro was choreographed by Telltale employees Jake Rodkin and Nick Herman. Telltale Games is thanked in the credits of the DVD.		The main menu animation of [[strongbad_email.exe Disc Six]] utilized the CG models from SBCG4AP, and the intro was choreographed by Telltale employees Jake Rodkin and Nick Herman. Telltale Games is thanked in the credits of the DVD.

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	===Closure and Relaunch===		===Closure and Relaunch===
-	Telltale Games abruptly closed in 2018, going into {{w\|General assignment\|bankruptcy assignment}} in October of that year. As a result, its games were delisted from digital storefronts Steam and GOG in the following months~~. {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|LCG Entertainment, Inc. acquired and revived the brand}} on August 28, 2019 with plans of republishing much of the back catalog~~.	+	Telltale Games abruptly closed in 2018, going into {{w\|General assignment\|bankruptcy assignment}} in October of that year. As a result, its games were delisted from digital storefronts Steam and GOG in the following months.

-	''SBCG4AP'' was relisted on December 7, 2020;{{ref\|10}} although {{prs\|1336186816010080256\|7\|Dec\|2020\|alt=differences in licensing deals}} meant that the Brothers Chaps did not receive income from this relisting, [[@StrongBadActual]] still {{prs\|1336130558804566021\|7\|Dec\|2020\|alt=reacted positively to the news that people could play the game again}}. When Telltale no longer had the rights to the IP,{{ref\|11}} the game was delisted again on May 30, 2023. As of 2024, the Brothers Chaps have not indicated any plans to relicense, rerelease, or remaster the game.{{ref\|12}} ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' has remained unavailable for purchase.	+	====LCG Entertainment, Inc.====
		+	LCG Entertainment, Inc. {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|acquired and revived the "Telltale Games" brand}} on August 28, 2019 with plans of republishing much of the back catalog. ''SBCG4AP'' was relisted on December 7, 2020;{{ref\|10}} although {{prs\|1336186816010080256\|7\|Dec\|2020\|alt=differences in licensing deals}} meant that the Brothers Chaps did not receive income from this relisting, [[@StrongBadActual]] still {{prs\|1336130558804566021\|7\|Dec\|2020\|alt=reacted positively to the news that people could play the game again}}.
		+
		+	When Telltale no longer had the rights to the IP,{{ref\|11}} the game was delisted again on May 30, 2023. As of 2024, the Brothers Chaps have not indicated any plans to relicense, rerelease, or remaster the game.{{ref\|12}}
		+
		+	====Skunkape Games====
		+	Skunkape Games is a small team of ex-Telltale employees, unaffiliated with LCG Entertainment's modern incarnation of Telltale, that obtained the rights to the studio's ''Sam & Max'' games after its 2018 closure.
		+
		+	The original release of ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' has remained unavailable for purchase since 2019.{{ref\|15}} On February 4, 2026, Skunkape announced a remastered version of ''Poker Night'', to be released on March 5.{{ref\|16}}

	== Store ==		== Store ==
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	# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]		# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]
	# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread, original post 28 July 2008		# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread, original post 28 July 2008
		+	# {{note\|14}} [https://skunkapegames.com/samandmax/faq/ "Sam & Max Remasters - FAQ"], ''Skunkape Games''.
		+	# {{note\|15}} [https://steamdb.info/app/31280/history/ "Poker Night at the Inventory History"], ''SteamDB''.
		+	# {{note\|16}} [[YouTube:RoXKhwb18MY\|"Poker Night at the Inventory: Reopening March 5th"]], Skunkape, ''YouTube'', 4 Feb 2026

	==See Also==		==See Also==
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	==External Links==		==External Links==
-	*[[Telltale: \|Telltale Games ~~official site~~]]	+	*[[Telltale:\|Telltale Games]] official site
	*[https://web.archive.org/web/20090105001414/telltalegames.com/strongbad ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)		*[https://web.archive.org/web/20090105001414/telltalegames.com/strongbad ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)
	**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/8340/Strong_Bads_Cool_Game_for_Attractive_People_Season_1/ ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)		**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/8340/Strong_Bads_Cool_Game_for_Attractive_People_Season_1/ ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)
	*[http://web.archive.org/web/20190416094822/https://telltale.com/series/poker-night/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)		*[http://web.archive.org/web/20190416094822/https://telltale.com/series/poker-night/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)
-	**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/31280/Poker_Night_at_the_Inventory/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)	+	**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/31280/Poker_Night_at_the_Inventory/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory''] on Steam (no longer for sale)
-		+	**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/3897800/Poker_Night_at_the_Inventory/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory''] (2026) on Steam
		+	*[https://skunkapegames.com/ Skunkape Games] official site

	{{Poker Night at the Inventory}}		{{Poker Night at the Inventory}}

Bleu Ninja: /* External Links */ SBCG4AP page removed from Telltale site, promote archive link instead

Bleu Ninja — Mon, 21 Oct 2024 22:53:56 GMT

External Links: SBCG4AP page removed from Telltale site, promote archive link instead

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	==External Links==		==External Links==
	*[[Telltale: \|Telltale Games official site]]		*[[Telltale: \|Telltale Games official site]]
-	*[[Telltale:strong-bads-cool-game-for-attractive-people/ \|''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' at Telltale Games]] (inactive)	+	*[https://web.archive.org/web/20090105001414/telltalegames.com/strongbad ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)
-	**[https://web.archive.org/web/20090105001414/telltalegames.com/strongbad ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)	+
	**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/8340/Strong_Bads_Cool_Game_for_Attractive_People_Season_1/ ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)		**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/8340/Strong_Bads_Cool_Game_for_Attractive_People_Season_1/ ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)
	*[http://web.archive.org/web/20190416094822/https://telltale.com/series/poker-night/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)		*[http://web.archive.org/web/20190416094822/https://telltale.com/series/poker-night/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' at Telltale Games] (archive link)
	**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/31280/Poker_Night_at_the_Inventory/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)		**[https://store.steampowered.com/app/31280/Poker_Night_at_the_Inventory/ ''Poker Night at the Inventory'' on Steam] (no longer for sale)
		+

	{{Poker Night at the Inventory}}		{{Poker Night at the Inventory}}

Bleu Ninja: word choice; "cameo" implies brevity rather than SB's substantial appearance in the game.

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 04 Sep 2024 23:14:36 GMT

word choice; "cameo" implies brevity rather than SB's substantial appearance in the game.

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	[[Image:Telltale Games logo.png\|thumb\|Telltale Games logo (2004⁠{{-}}⁠2018)]]		[[Image:Telltale Games logo.png\|thumb\|Telltale Games logo (2004⁠{{-}}⁠2018)]]
-	'''{{w\|Telltale Games}}''', in its original incarnation, was a video game company that partnered with [[The Brothers Chaps]] (via [[Videlectrix]]) to produce ''[[Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People]]'', a game in five episodes (or "[[portmanteaus\|actionsodes]]" in [[Strong Bad]]'s term). This partnership extended to unique promotional media, merchandise, and a ~~cameo~~ from Strong Bad in Telltale's ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''. The Telltale offices were seen in the series [[Behind the Bad]], ~~a video series featuring~~ Strong Bad interacting with staff as they produced ~~the~~ game.	+	'''{{w\|Telltale Games}}''', in its original incarnation, was a video game company that partnered with [[The Brothers Chaps]] (via [[Videlectrix]]) to produce ''[[Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People]]'', a game in five episodes (or "[[portmanteaus\|actionsodes]]" in [[Strong Bad]]'s term). This partnership extended to unique promotional media, merchandise, and a supporting appearance from Strong Bad in Telltale's ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''. The Telltale offices were seen in the promotional video series [[Behind the Bad]], which featured Strong Bad interacting with staff as they produced his game.

	Telltale Games closed in 2018; though {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|the "Telltale Games" brand has been revived}}, their [[Homestar Runner (body of work)\|Homestar Runner]] games are currently unavailable for purchase on modern platforms.		Telltale Games closed in 2018; though {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|the "Telltale Games" brand has been revived}}, their [[Homestar Runner (body of work)\|Homestar Runner]] games are currently unavailable for purchase on modern platforms.
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	===Partnership with The Brothers Chaps===		===Partnership with The Brothers Chaps===
-	Although the Brothers Chaps had previously received video game licensing offers from companies like [[Sega]], they had rejected such ~~offers~~ due to concerns that the games would not capture the spirit of Homestar Runner.{{ref\|1}}	+	Although the Brothers Chaps had previously received video game licensing offers from companies like [[Sega]], they had rejected such partnerships due to concerns that the games would not capture the spirit of Homestar Runner.{{ref\|1}}

-	Telltale Games reached out in mid-2007,{{ref\|2}} simply sending a message to the [[email\|general contact email]] indicating an interest in working together. Already playing through ''{{w\|Sam & Max Save the World\|Sam & Max: Season One}}'', and familiar with ~~their~~ LucasArts pedigree, the brothers felt that Telltale would be "a perfect pairing."{{ref\|3}} Additionally, multiple short episodic games would be closer to the format of the website's [[toons]] compared to a single game with a large and complex narrative.{{ref\|1}} The simpler style of Homestar Runner made a solid match for the small file sizes used by the [[Wii\|WiiWare]] game format.{{ref\|4}}	+	Telltale Games reached out in mid-2007,{{ref\|2}} simply sending a message to the [[email\|general contact email]] indicating an interest in working together. Already playing through ''{{w\|Sam & Max Save the World\|Sam & Max: Season One}}'', and familiar with the developers' LucasArts pedigree, the brothers felt that Telltale would be "a perfect pairing."{{ref\|3}} Additionally, multiple short episodic games would be closer to the format of the website's [[toons]] compared to a single game with a large and complex narrative.{{ref\|1}} The simpler style of Homestar Runner made a solid match for the small file sizes used by the [[Wii\|WiiWare]] game format.{{ref\|4}}

	This partnership with Telltale would be [[Firsts\|the first time]] The Brothers Chaps had licensed out their work.{{ref\|3}}		This partnership with Telltale would be [[Firsts\|the first time]] The Brothers Chaps had licensed out their work.{{ref\|3}}

Bleu Ninja: /* Sources */ dates

Bleu Ninja — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 18:13:26 GMT

Sources: dates

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	# {{note\|9}} [[Ron & Fez Show Interview - 19 Dec 2008\|''The Ron and Fez Show'', XM 202 / Sirius 197, 19 Dec 2008]]		# {{note\|9}} [[Ron & Fez Show Interview - 19 Dec 2008\|''The Ron and Fez Show'', XM 202 / Sirius 197, 19 Dec 2008]]
	# {{note\|10}} [https://www.gog.com/news/three_telltale_games_arrive_on_gogcom "Three Telltale Games arrive on GOG.COM!"], GOG.com, 7 Dec 2020		# {{note\|10}} [https://www.gog.com/news/three_telltale_games_arrive_on_gogcom "Three Telltale Games arrive on GOG.COM!"], GOG.com, 7 Dec 2020
-	# {{note\|11}} [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/8340/view/3674419898842965390 "Important Information for Strong Bad’s Cool Game for Attractive People", The Telltale Team]	+	# {{note\|11}} [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/8340/view/3674419898842965390 "Important Information for Strong Bad’s Cool Game for Attractive People", The Telltale Team], 30 May 2023
	# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]		# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]
-	# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread	+	# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread, original post 28 July 2008

	==See Also==		==See Also==

Bleu Ninja: /* Fun Facts */ Rewrite to improve clarity

Bleu Ninja — Wed, 05 Jun 2024 21:55:32 GMT

Fun Facts: Rewrite to improve clarity

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	== Fun Facts ==		== Fun Facts ==
	*Emily Morganti, a Telltale employee during the production of ''SBCG4AP'', had previously interviewed [[The Brothers Chaps]] for ''[[Adventure Gamers Interview - 2 Sept 2004\|Adventure Gamers]]'' in 2004.{{ref\|13}}		*Emily Morganti, a Telltale employee during the production of ''SBCG4AP'', had previously interviewed [[The Brothers Chaps]] for ''[[Adventure Gamers Interview - 2 Sept 2004\|Adventure Gamers]]'' in 2004.{{ref\|13}}
-	*[[Homestar Runner]] makes a [[Sam & Max Season Two Alternate Ending 101\|cameo appearance]] in one of the "alternate reveals" for "[[Sam & Max]] ~~Episode 205: What~~'~~s New Beelzebub"~~ featured on the ''Sam & Max: Season Two'' DVD.	+	*[[Homestar Runner]] makes a [[Sam & Max Season Two Alternate Ending 101\|cameo appearance]] in one of the "alternate reveals" for the finale of ''[[Sam & Max]] {{w\|Sam & Max Beyond Time and Space\|Beyond Time and Space}}'', featured on the ''Sam & Max: Season Two'' DVD.
	*Several former Telltale employees are thanked in the credits of ''[[Dangeresque: The Roomisode Triungulate]]''.		*Several former Telltale employees are thanked in the credits of ''[[Dangeresque: The Roomisode Triungulate]]''.

Bleu Ninja: /* Partnership with Videlectrix */ Relink to moved videlectrix.com page.

Bleu Ninja — Tue, 04 Jun 2024 16:33:40 GMT

Partnership with Videlectrix: Relink to moved videlectrix.com page.

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	In keeping with many of the games on the website, ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' was presented as being produced "in partnership with [[Videlectrix]]".{{ref\|5}} The fictional company's mention in the initial press release led to humorous confusion from a shareholder, who did not recognize the [[inside joke]].{{ref\|1}}		In keeping with many of the games on the website, ''Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People'' was presented as being produced "in partnership with [[Videlectrix]]".{{ref\|5}} The fictional company's mention in the initial press release led to humorous confusion from a shareholder, who did not recognize the [[inside joke]].{{ref\|1}}

-	Videlectrix's fictional relationship with Telltale was often humorously portrayed as combative, with their [[Good Graphics\|lower-tech output]] clashing with the 3D graphics used by Telltale. [[~~Videlectrix~~#November 19~~, 2008 — November 30~~, 2008\|On November 19, 2008]], Videlectrix expressed jealousy of "graphical oppressors" Telltale Games and announced plans to "strike back". Attempts included releasing [[Dangeresque Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]] to cash in on ''[[Dangeresque 3: The Criminal Projective]]'' and creating alternate ''SBCG4AP'' box art (which later became the reverse artwork for the [[SBCG4AP Collector's DVD]]). The release of Roomisode 1 prompted a press release from Telltale Games:{{ref\|7}}	+	Videlectrix's fictional relationship with Telltale was often humorously portrayed as combative, with their [[Good Graphics\|lower-tech output]] clashing with the 3D graphics used by Telltale. [[videlectrix.com#November 19, 2008\|On November 19, 2008]], Videlectrix expressed jealousy of "graphical oppressors" Telltale Games and announced plans to "strike back". Attempts included releasing [[Dangeresque Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]] to cash in on ''[[Dangeresque 3: The Criminal Projective]]'' and creating alternate ''SBCG4AP'' box art (which later became the reverse artwork for the [[SBCG4AP Collector's DVD]]). The release of Roomisode 1 prompted a press release from Telltale Games:{{ref\|7}}
	<blockquote>"Unhappy with our Strong Bad games, Videlectrix has taken it upon themselves to release a Strong Bad game of their own from [http://www.videlectrix.com www.videlectrix.com]. "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/dangeresque.html Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]" is completely unauthorized and it's unfortunate that they've resorted to this. In spite of our creative differences and some weird late night phone calls from the irate Videlectrix CEO, Telltale has successfully completed production on the Strong Bad season finale and many of us think it's the best episode of the season. We only wish Videlectrix could have been a bit more grown-up about the whole situation."</blockquote>		<blockquote>"Unhappy with our Strong Bad games, Videlectrix has taken it upon themselves to release a Strong Bad game of their own from [http://www.videlectrix.com www.videlectrix.com]. "[http://www.homestarrunner.com/dangeresque.html Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque]" is completely unauthorized and it's unfortunate that they've resorted to this. In spite of our creative differences and some weird late night phone calls from the irate Videlectrix CEO, Telltale has successfully completed production on the Strong Bad season finale and many of us think it's the best episode of the season. We only wish Videlectrix could have been a bit more grown-up about the whole situation."</blockquote>

Bleu Ninja: /* Later Collaborations */ TF2 and Precipice of Darkness aren't Telltale games

Bleu Ninja — Tue, 21 May 2024 16:39:39 GMT

Later Collaborations: TF2 and Precipice of Darkness aren't Telltale games

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	Although the Brothers Chaps would share ideas{{ref\|4}} or make jokes about{{ref\|8}} a potential second season of SBCG4AP, no concrete plans were ever brought forth by them or Telltale. The Brothers emphasized that the game had been "a huge time sink" for them and that Telltale had a full slate of upcoming games,{{ref\|4}} further reflecting that the game's production would likely be the biggest undertaking they'd ever do for Homestar Runner due to the amount of work and hours-long runtime of the games compared to typical [[Toons By Length\|minutes-long toons]].{{ref\|9}} Additionally, Homestar Runner went on [[Hiatuses\|an extended hiatus]] about a year after the release of the final chapter of SBCG4AP.		Although the Brothers Chaps would share ideas{{ref\|4}} or make jokes about{{ref\|8}} a potential second season of SBCG4AP, no concrete plans were ever brought forth by them or Telltale. The Brothers emphasized that the game had been "a huge time sink" for them and that Telltale had a full slate of upcoming games,{{ref\|4}} further reflecting that the game's production would likely be the biggest undertaking they'd ever do for Homestar Runner due to the amount of work and hours-long runtime of the games compared to typical [[Toons By Length\|minutes-long toons]].{{ref\|9}} Additionally, Homestar Runner went on [[Hiatuses\|an extended hiatus]] about a year after the release of the final chapter of SBCG4AP.

-	On September 2, 2010, Telltale Games announced ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''; the game was released on November 22, 2010. A {{w\|Spiritual successor\|spiritual sequel}} to ''{{w\|Telltale Texas Hold'em}}'' (the company's first game), ''Poker Night'' pitted the player against several characters from ~~previous Telltale~~ games; Strong Bad appeared as one of the opponents, and the game featured several musical and visual elements from Homestar Runner.	+	On September 2, 2010, Telltale Games announced ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''; the game was released on November 22, 2010. A {{w\|Spiritual successor\|spiritual sequel}} to ''{{w\|Telltale Texas Hold'em}}'' (the company's first game), ''Poker Night'' pitted the player against several characters from various video games; Strong Bad appeared as one of the opponents, and the game featured several musical and visual elements from Homestar Runner.

	===Closure and Relaunch===		===Closure and Relaunch===

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	[[Image:Telltale Games logo.png\|thumb\|Telltale Games logo (2004⁠{{-}}⁠2018)]]		[[Image:Telltale Games logo.png\|thumb\|Telltale Games logo (2004⁠{{-}}⁠2018)]]
-	'''{{w\|Telltale Games}}''', in its original incarnation, was a video game company that partnered with [[The Brothers Chaps]] (via [[Videlectrix]]) to produce ''[[Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People]]'', a game in five episodes (or "[[portmanteaus\|actionsodes]]" in [[Strong Bad]]'s term). This partnership extended to unique promotional media, merchandise, and a ~~cameo~~ from Strong Bad in Telltale's ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''. The Telltale offices were seen in the series [[Behind the Bad]], ~~a video series featuring~~ Strong Bad interacting with staff as they produced ~~the~~ game.	+	'''{{w\|Telltale Games}}''', in its original incarnation, was a video game company that partnered with [[The Brothers Chaps]] (via [[Videlectrix]]) to produce ''[[Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People]]'', a game in five episodes (or "[[portmanteaus\|actionsodes]]" in [[Strong Bad]]'s term). This partnership extended to unique promotional media, merchandise, and a supporting appearance from Strong Bad in Telltale's ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''. The Telltale offices were seen in the promotional video series [[Behind the Bad]], which featured Strong Bad interacting with staff as they produced his game.

	Telltale Games closed in 2018; though {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|the "Telltale Games" brand has been revived}}, their [[Homestar Runner (body of work)\|Homestar Runner]] games are currently unavailable for purchase on modern platforms.		Telltale Games closed in 2018; though {{w\|Telltale Games (2018–present)\|the "Telltale Games" brand has been revived}}, their [[Homestar Runner (body of work)\|Homestar Runner]] games are currently unavailable for purchase on modern platforms.
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	===Partnership with The Brothers Chaps===		===Partnership with The Brothers Chaps===
-	Although the Brothers Chaps had previously received video game licensing offers from companies like [[Sega]], they had rejected such ~~offers~~ due to concerns that the games would not capture the spirit of Homestar Runner.{{ref\|1}}	+	Although the Brothers Chaps had previously received video game licensing offers from companies like [[Sega]], they had rejected such partnerships due to concerns that the games would not capture the spirit of Homestar Runner.{{ref\|1}}

-	Telltale Games reached out in mid-2007,{{ref\|2}} simply sending a message to the [[email\|general contact email]] indicating an interest in working together. Already playing through ''{{w\|Sam & Max Save the World\|Sam & Max: Season One}}'', and familiar with ~~their~~ LucasArts pedigree, the brothers felt that Telltale would be "a perfect pairing."{{ref\|3}} Additionally, multiple short episodic games would be closer to the format of the website's [[toons]] compared to a single game with a large and complex narrative.{{ref\|1}} The simpler style of Homestar Runner made a solid match for the small file sizes used by the [[Wii\|WiiWare]] game format.{{ref\|4}}	+	Telltale Games reached out in mid-2007,{{ref\|2}} simply sending a message to the [[email\|general contact email]] indicating an interest in working together. Already playing through ''{{w\|Sam & Max Save the World\|Sam & Max: Season One}}'', and familiar with the developers' LucasArts pedigree, the brothers felt that Telltale would be "a perfect pairing."{{ref\|3}} Additionally, multiple short episodic games would be closer to the format of the website's [[toons]] compared to a single game with a large and complex narrative.{{ref\|1}} The simpler style of Homestar Runner made a solid match for the small file sizes used by the [[Wii\|WiiWare]] game format.{{ref\|4}}

	This partnership with Telltale would be [[Firsts\|the first time]] The Brothers Chaps had licensed out their work.{{ref\|3}}		This partnership with Telltale would be [[Firsts\|the first time]] The Brothers Chaps had licensed out their work.{{ref\|3}}

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	# {{note\|9}} [[Ron & Fez Show Interview - 19 Dec 2008\|''The Ron and Fez Show'', XM 202 / Sirius 197, 19 Dec 2008]]		# {{note\|9}} [[Ron & Fez Show Interview - 19 Dec 2008\|''The Ron and Fez Show'', XM 202 / Sirius 197, 19 Dec 2008]]
	# {{note\|10}} [https://www.gog.com/news/three_telltale_games_arrive_on_gogcom "Three Telltale Games arrive on GOG.COM!"], GOG.com, 7 Dec 2020		# {{note\|10}} [https://www.gog.com/news/three_telltale_games_arrive_on_gogcom "Three Telltale Games arrive on GOG.COM!"], GOG.com, 7 Dec 2020
-	# {{note\|11}} [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/8340/view/3674419898842965390 "Important Information for Strong Bad’s Cool Game for Attractive People", The Telltale Team]	+	# {{note\|11}} [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/8340/view/3674419898842965390 "Important Information for Strong Bad’s Cool Game for Attractive People", The Telltale Team], 30 May 2023
	# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]		# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]
-	# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread	+	# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread, original post 28 July 2008

	==See Also==		==See Also==

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	<blockquote>"Unhappy with our Strong Bad games, Videlectrix has taken it upon themselves to release a Strong Bad game of their own from {{p\|l=http://www.videlectrix.com www.videlectrix.com}}. "{{p\|l=http://www.homestarrunner.com/dangeresque.html Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque}}" is completely unauthorized and it's unfortunate that they've resorted to this. In spite of our creative differences and some weird late night phone calls from the irate Videlectrix CEO, Telltale has successfully completed production on the Strong Bad season finale and many of us think it's the best episode of the season. We only wish Videlectrix could have been a bit more grown-up about the whole situation."{{ref\|7}}</blockquote>		<blockquote>"Unhappy with our Strong Bad games, Videlectrix has taken it upon themselves to release a Strong Bad game of their own from {{p\|l=http://www.videlectrix.com www.videlectrix.com}}. "{{p\|l=http://www.homestarrunner.com/dangeresque.html Roomisode 1: Behind the Dangerdesque}}" is completely unauthorized and it's unfortunate that they've resorted to this. In spite of our creative differences and some weird late night phone calls from the irate Videlectrix CEO, Telltale has successfully completed production on the Strong Bad season finale and many of us think it's the best episode of the season. We only wish Videlectrix could have been a bit more grown-up about the whole situation."{{ref\|7}}</blockquote>

-	The 'trix would later assert that, though the companies' ~~difference~~ were not irreconcilable, a second season would be on hold until Telltale agreed to "get rid of that ridiculous THIRD dimension".{{ref\|8}}	+	The 'trix would later assert that, though the companies' differences were not irreconcilable, a second season would be on hold until Telltale agreed to "get rid of that ridiculous THIRD dimension".{{ref\|8}}

	==== Later Collaborations ====		==== Later Collaborations ====
	[[File:strongbadmax.jpg\|thumb\|"Back in the mid 2000s, Strong Bad licensed away his handsome and cool likeness for a point-and-click adventure game, and he’s been stuck doing promotional guest appearances ever since."]]		[[File:strongbadmax.jpg\|thumb\|"Back in the mid 2000s, Strong Bad licensed away his handsome and cool likeness for a point-and-click adventure game, and he’s been stuck doing promotional guest appearances ever since."]]
-	The main menu animation of [[strongbad_email.exe Disc Six]] utilized the CG models from SBCG4AP, and the intro was choreographed by Telltale employees Jake Rodkin and Nick Herman. Telltale Games is thanked in the credits of the DVD.	+	The main menu animation of [[strongbad_email.exe Disc Six]] utilized the CG models from ''SBCG4AP'', and the intro was choreographed by Telltale employees Jake Rodkin and Nick Herman. Telltale Games is thanked in the credits of the DVD.

-	Although the Brothers Chaps would share ideas{{ref\|4}} ~~or make jokes about~~{{ref\|8}} ~~a potential second season of SBCG4AP~~, no concrete plans were ever brought forth by them or Telltale. The Brothers emphasized that the game had been "a huge time sink" for them and that Telltale had a full slate of upcoming games,{{ref\|4}} further ~~reflecting~~ that the game's production would likely be the biggest undertaking they'd ever do for Homestar Runner ~~due to~~ the amount of work and hours-long runtime of the games ~~compared to~~ typical ~~[[Toons By Length\|minutes-long toons]]~~.{{ref\|9}} Additionally, Homestar Runner went on [[Hiatuses\|an extended hiatus]] about a year after the release of the final chapter of SBCG4AP.	+	Although the Brothers Chaps would share ideas or make jokes about a potential second season of ''SBCG4AP'',{{ref\|4}}{{ref\|8}} and expressed appreciation for how well Telltale worked as creative partners,{{ref\|17}} no concrete plans for another season were ever brought forth by them or Telltale. The Brothers emphasized that the game had been "a huge time sink" for them {{--}} "like a second job on top of our already interesting job,"{{ref\|17}} {{--}} and that Telltale had a full slate of upcoming games.{{ref\|4}} They further reflected that the game's production would likely be the biggest undertaking they'd ever do for Homestar Runner, the amount of work being more than anticipated and the hours-long runtime of the games resulting in approximately six years' worth of typical toon dialogue.{{ref\|9}}{{ref\|17}} Additionally, Homestar Runner went on [[Hiatuses\|an extended hiatus]] about a year after the release of the final chapter of ''SBCG4AP''.

	On September 2, 2010, Telltale Games announced ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''; the game was released on November 22, 2010. A {{w\|Spiritual successor\|spiritual sequel}} to ''{{w\|Telltale Texas Hold'em}}'' (the company's first game), ''Poker Night'' pitted the player against several characters from various video games; Strong Bad appeared as one of the opponents, and the game featured several musical and visual elements from Homestar Runner.		On September 2, 2010, Telltale Games announced ''[[Poker Night at the Inventory]]''; the game was released on November 22, 2010. A {{w\|Spiritual successor\|spiritual sequel}} to ''{{w\|Telltale Texas Hold'em}}'' (the company's first game), ''Poker Night'' pitted the player against several characters from various video games; Strong Bad appeared as one of the opponents, and the game featured several musical and visual elements from Homestar Runner.
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	# {{note\|9}} [[Ron & Fez Show Interview - 19 Dec 2008\|''The Ron and Fez Show'', XM 202 / Sirius 197, 19 Dec 2008]]		# {{note\|9}} [[Ron & Fez Show Interview - 19 Dec 2008\|''The Ron and Fez Show'', XM 202 / Sirius 197, 19 Dec 2008]]
	# {{note\|10}} [https://www.gog.com/news/three_telltale_games_arrive_on_gogcom "Three Telltale Games arrive on GOG.COM!"], GOG.com, 7 Dec 2020		# {{note\|10}} [https://www.gog.com/news/three_telltale_games_arrive_on_gogcom "Three Telltale Games arrive on GOG.COM!"], GOG.com, 7 Dec 2020
-	# {{note\|11}} [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/8340/view/3674419898842965390 "Important Information for Strong Bad’s Cool Game for Attractive People", The Telltale Team], 30 May 2023	+	# {{note\|11}} [https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/8340/view/3674419898842965390 "Important Information for Strong Bad’s Cool Game for Attractive People", The Telltale Team], ''Steam'', 30 May 2023
	# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]		# {{note\|12}} [https://www.destructoid.com/the-brothers-chaps-of-homestar-runner-fame-talk-about-videlectrix-and-the-future-of-good-graphics/ "The Brothers Chaps of Homestar Runner fame talk about Videlectrix and the future of good graphics"], [[Destructoid Interview - 16 Jan 2024\|''Destructoid'', 16 Jan 2024]]
	# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread, original post 28 July 2008		# {{note\|13}} [https://community.telltale.com/discussion/comment/75922 "How did you first find out about HSR?"], Telltale community thread, original post 28 July 2008
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	# {{note\|15}} [https://steamdb.info/app/31280/history/ "Poker Night at the Inventory History"], ''SteamDB''.		# {{note\|15}} [https://steamdb.info/app/31280/history/ "Poker Night at the Inventory History"], ''SteamDB''.
	# {{note\|16}} [[YouTube:RoXKhwb18MY\|"Poker Night at the Inventory: Reopening March 5th"]], Skunkape, ''YouTube'', 4 Feb 2026		# {{note\|16}} [[YouTube:RoXKhwb18MY\|"Poker Night at the Inventory: Reopening March 5th"]], Skunkape, ''YouTube'', 4 Feb 2026
		+	# {{note\|17}} [https://www.awn.com/animationworld/catching-homestar-runner "Catching Up with Homestar Runner"], ''Animation World Network'', 14 May 2009

	==See Also==		==See Also==