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After 27 Years, a New High Score For Asteroids

Posted by kdawson on from the toothpicks-for-eyelids dept.

blair1q writes "In a marathon 3-1/2 day session, John McAllister, of Portland, Oregon, has broken the 27-year-old high score for Asteroids, set in 1982 by Scott Safran. The attempt was broadcast via webcam."

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  1. Sudden persepective. by Arancaytar · · Score: 5, Funny

    I have a whole new appreciation for the awesome, interesting things I do with my life.

    Thanks.

  2. Re:NOT THREE DAYS by Anonymous Coward · · Score: 5, Funny

    If you read the summary properly, it said 3-1/2 days, i.e. 3 minus a half day.

  3. Re:So... by tgd · · Score: 5, Funny

    Only on Slashdot would that be moderated "interesting" and not "funny".