Video games and dark humor may seem an unlikely combination at first glance, but once you see Mart Virkus' comics that blend them together, you'll realize that it's actually a match made in heaven. As most gamers know, there's plenty of situations in games that lend their hand for dark and unexpected twists, memes, jokes, and much more. As most dark humor lovers know, you can make a dark joke out of everything, and video games and pop culture are no different in this regard. Comics are a very generous medium, as they have a place for both the dark humor, and topics like video games and pop culture. But of course, there's much more to find in these comics than just dark humor or odd mentions of video games, so without further ado, we present to you the second part of "Arcade Rage" comics (you may find the first one here).
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I would happily lead such people to the most radio active part. You don't want masks? Ok, let's see what you got
Except masks don't do much to protect from radiation unless they're being used with full hazmat suits so this doesn't really work...
While i do think covid is less serious than radiation (I know elderly and immuno-deficient who got it and were barely affected), masks are worthwhile anyway, because any kind of sickness sucks and we can (and should!) avoid it.
Mart has been very kind and has given yet another exclusive interview for Bored Panda. He started by talking about his favorite comic.."My all-time favorite comic is Perry Bible Fellowship—definitely a big inspiration when I started drawing. I love how he’s able to get the joke across without necessarily using words—like a silent punchline."
As for where did he get his sense of humor from, he wittily responded: "I have no idea, that’s probably something to unpack in therapy."
Mart also gave a sneak-peek into his process. "I spend a lot of time just doodling random things in a notebook, like band logos, comic characters, and guns or whatever. When I get a comic idea I try to quickly get it on paper too. It doesn’t have to be good at first, I can always add or remove things later. But once that basic idea is down, it kinda gets the creative juices flowing. And once I start drawing the comic then other ideas start coming up, like a domino effect."
New renewable light source? Possibly renewable energy, if solar panels can be reconfigured to pick this kind of light up.
Ugh don't you just hate those videos of people thinking they're doing the right thing but, as you said, LEARNING first then go forth and rescue
Load More Replies...We had that happen here in San Diego. No idea where the tortoise came from, but 2 people at the marina "freed" it. Yeah, it drowned.
The creator of "Arcade Rage" comics has given a few words of wisdom for those who would like to one day become comic creators themselves. "I would say just do it, you have nothing to lose! Don’t worry about publishing them right away, just get into the habit of drawing as often as possible.
Try different things, maybe draw characters from other comics to get some practice. You can also try turning memes into a comic format. Or draw things you like, like video game characters. Draw scenes from a movie. If you hear a good joke, try drawing that out.
Most of all, it’s just important to get into the habit of doing it. Also, don’t quit when things don’t work out at first. My very first webcomic was very, very basic."
Yup, that's why Granny looks so uncomfortable.
Load More Replies...I hate walking on ice. Unfortunately, I do a lot of it, since I live in Antarctica.
Step one: approach ice. Step two: wait until ice melts. Step three: cross. Step four: explain to your boss why you're three months late to the meeting.
Make steps directly from above instead of horizontally moving your feet. This way you don't start sliding
From time to time, the artists are also avid readers of Bored Panda. We've asked Mart if he's that type of artist, and he replied: "Well, I could’ve finished this interview earlier, but I got stuck on Bored Panda, so there you go!"
The artist also shared some exciting plans for the future: "I want to open up my merch shop again, but I’ve been pretty busy at work. Dealing with the shop setup and taxes right now just feels like extra work. I will probably make a New Year’s resolution to reopen it though."
He also shared what he's been up to lately. "A friend of mine wrote a book about her experience working in the startup world while raising kids, and I drew the cover art for it. The book is called “Idulaps” but I think it’ll only be available in Estonian—at least at first."
In all honesty I kinda wanted a house made of crack
Load More Replies...Wait, we have A Circle helmet, Square helmet, and a Triangle helmet in the show, where tf is the X? Its PlayStation
raindrops on roses, and whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles, and Bernie in Mittens
Tentacle cuffs, ah I see why you didn't say that
Load More Replies...Why do the karens all look like that? Karens come in all looks and genders too. (Kyles)
FREE HER! Dragons are not evil, and even if they were they don’t deserve that
Load More Replies...Fallout 4 Level 1 < killed by a radroach. Level 50 < Chases a deathclaw with nothing more than a 10mm.
Aww, they are giving each other thumbs up to be supportive and fair.
I thought it was referring to what selfish d***s Bezos, Musk and Branson are
I don’t know if anyone else has watched the 100 but this reminds me of the worms that popped out of your stomach and killed you
reminds me of a scene of a movie i watched, i think it was ready player 2 or something
Yeah, "Ready Player One" had a scene with something like this happening; it was a homage to "Alien".
Load More Replies...Poor Leo is still warm... you know Raph always wanted to show him who the boss is.
Load More Replies...did anyone notice "rapheal" is doing the naught with another turtle?
Bard: "Twas I who ****ed the dragon, ****alizing ****aloo And if you try to **** with me, then I shall **** you too"
(゚⊿゚) It's a reference to character classes in Dungeons and Dragons. Each class has traits and quirks that make the role playing a rich, multifaceted experience. Also, a little friendly ribbing. Bards are often the point of jokes.
Load More Replies...I'd almost be tempted to reenlist for that car. Almost.
Load More Replies...why have vampire lady when you can have thicc alien a- *i am yoinked via vaudeville hook*
That's Lady Dimitrescu, a 9'6" vampiress villain from Resident Evil. You can fight her with a gun and escape or swat her b u t t with the espatula thingy and be torn apart by her. Guess what option became instantly famous.
Load More Replies...M-I-C-K-E-Y M-O-U-S-E, It's the Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Come inside, it's fun inside
Oh I just realised the last bit’s kind of creepy
Load More Replies...i actually saw a comic and a short film (film made in 1930 Walt Disney) and i cant see mickey the same way again
At first I didn't understand the reference, but now that I watched the movie, I know what it's from. Also, can I order some bleach please?
it is now unrecognizable and i miss the simplicity of just needing plutonium to power the launch boosters
Load More Replies...Don't tread on me actually but I like yours better
Load More Replies...*looks at your penis/whatevers down there* heehee its whackin time
Load More Replies...Some guy said he was booted from a Conservative subreddit when a Mod asked subscribers to name Jesus' favourite gun & he posted 'nail gun'
Ah, yes., dark humor...excuse me while I writhe in pain, I won't be a moment!
Load More Replies...Hey, Cambrian Kart is pretty fun! *i crash into the sea and get eaten by trilobites* *i am then purchased by the GWR*
The girl next to him hit him with the blue shell lol
Load More Replies...That happens every time like I’m 96% done then it shows cyan weave snatching my life like-
This made me actually laugh when I saw that dude just ditch his friend like that lol……
This made me laugh more then it should have when the dude just left the friend to fend for himself lol
I don't remember much of HL2, but can still remember most of HL which suggests what we already knew... good looking games do not make for better, more enjoyable games...unless you want killing people to look and feel as real as possible, in which case...wtf?
A electric wheelchair without wheels is just a electric chair.
Load More Replies...Yes. Russian badgers’ sneak with the pistol of tachanka was amazing in the t-pain versus yachty. Is op.
Load More Replies...Male nipples are fine, because... because... umm... Yes
Load More Replies...It feels like being new in a group and everybody shares inside jokes... You know it is supposed to be funny, you know it is supposed to make some sense... but it does not.
I also didn't understood the ones about video games as I don't play or be part of that gamers world.
Load More Replies...Yeah, they normally just mean disgusting or stupid
Load More Replies...I really thought of Cyanide and Happiness as well! Got the same "crudely drawn people in crude situations" feeling, and it's pretty cool.
Load More Replies...It feels like being new in a group and everybody shares inside jokes... You know it is supposed to be funny, you know it is supposed to make some sense... but it does not.
I also didn't understood the ones about video games as I don't play or be part of that gamers world.
Load More Replies...Yeah, they normally just mean disgusting or stupid
Load More Replies...I really thought of Cyanide and Happiness as well! Got the same "crudely drawn people in crude situations" feeling, and it's pretty cool.
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