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Cracked Contest Brings Realism to Video Games

by Warren Riddle on September 26, 2009 at 09:58 AM

Enjoying films and video games often requires a suspension of disbelief on the part of the viewer or gamer. Sometimes, though, the material is so absurd and unrealistic that forgiving the inconsistencies becomes impossible. Because of those distorted portrayals, the jokesters at Cracked recently hosted a Photoshop contest, just to see "what would happen if video game makers started adding a little realism."

There are 27 total finalists, so there are some predictable (although well done) 'shop jobs, like the ridiculously huge assortment of weapons in 'Grand Theft Auto: IV'. But, wildly creative and hilarious offerings abound, too. Behold the cosmetic surgeon's waiting room -- chock full of heroines with wildly exaggerated physiques. Meanwhile, the hilarious feces-flinging 'Donkey Kong,' the 'Duck Hunt' observers, and the 'Punch-Out!' Wii Street Journal headline only reinforce what gamers have been saying and wondering aloud for the last couple of decades.

Even though the list covers many popular and famous games, there are still a wealth of untouched titles for other realists to wittily, and lovingly, mock. A take on the popular 'Wii Fit,' shown instead as a lonely 'Wii Lethargy' gathering dust in some fat guy's forgotten corner, might be a timely, and appropriate, ode. [From: Cracked]

Tags: Cracked, funny, photoshop, photoshopped, top, video games, VideoGames

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