Medal of Honor

I am pleased to report that our Veterans Day ‘game with military’ event went well and from the comments I’ve received the military gamers really appreciated the kind words and opportunities that came from it.

We simply asked military gamers to play online and hoped that the community of gamers playing Medal of Honor would engage these players and while we’ve learned a few things about the process, ultimately it was a success. Here’s what some of the troops had to say about it.

“Played for about 4 hours today with a few new friends. Most of the conversation was pretty game specific, but some asked a few fun questions. ‘Are the machine guns as much fun to fire in person as they are on the game?’ My answer was that as long as you were at a range vs real life and you had someone else to clean it, they were a lot of fun.”
– ‘the blake 74’ (xbox)

“I played MOH with a few other servicemen tonight. We had a lot of fun and showed the other people on our team that communication is key. One of the players announced that there were servicemen playing on their team. Many of our teammates voiced their support, thanks, and appreciation for us, and all service men and women. Thanks again!"
– ‘ssuntzuu’ (ps3)

“I had a great time and hope that there will be more events like this!”
- x_STiLETTO_x (ps3)

“As promised I played [Medal of Honor] today. Since the games release I have been taken aback on the amount of realism it has. I just got back from Afghanistan this July and in so many occasions playing this game it brings my mind back to the hills of Zabul, the Bazaars of Kandahar City, and the fierce fighting of Helmand. I will never forget those days where I fought alongside the greatest men our generation has ever seen."

As I laid waste to another player during the game I received an invite. One at first but moments later I received many more. It dawned on me this was the OPFOR I was playing against! As I accepted the first request I received a message from one of players. He had noticed who I was threw the [Medal of Honor] website and he told his men that I was a veteran and how today was a day for honoring men like me. I invited him and as many as i could into a game with me and when the game was loading I heard clapping in my ear. The men had actually applauded me via [Medal of Honor]. I was very taken aback. I was at a loss for words. Thank you for this. My unit in Afghanistan suffered the most in losses in the war history. Tonight I felt that those men who lost their lives were truly and without a doubt remembered."
- CaliKing5150 (ps3)

“Thanks for setting this up and working hard at doing so! I was able to log on to [Medal of Honor] and "work" with some very respectful people online. I served in Iraq from 2003-2004 with the 204th Military Police Co. out of Fort Polk, Louisiana and lived in Baghdad the entire time. My experience was and is forever life changing as I avoided death on a daily basis being a gunner. I appreciate my life and the family I have been blessed with. If I did not make it, I would not have my wonderful wife or children. My experience is one of heartbreak and love for my fellow soldiers that stood with me and fought the same danger I did.  I am honored to have served and to share my experience with you and the gaming community!”
- FullTimeXreme1 (xbox)

“I am from the Netherlands. I loved it and it was very cool to get some military friends on my ps3 list. Now i can game with some people who know what they are doing ha ha ha. I love Medal of Honor and i can’t wait to get the next part.”
- rick751229148 (ps3)

In closing I would just like to take one more opportunity to thank everyone who participated. It continues to be an honor and a privilege to be part of this unique military community.

Mark ‘Rigger82’ Christianson
Owner - Off Duty Gamers
http://www.OffDutyGamers.com

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