Newsweek + Contra = ZOMBIES! Scott Caldwell, June 14, 2010June 14, 2010 I have no idea what this is for, why it was done, or who would even bring back a video game code from the dea….. oh my god! It all makes sense. Somewhat. I would be curious to know how the following info was leaked to the the Twitter public, and at this point, whomever did it, should pat themselves on the back solely based on its pure genius. Read more for a historical attack on one of the largest news outlets.EDIT: NEW OUTBREAK – READ MORE AT THE BOTTOM For all of you classic video game buffs out there, there is one code, and only one cheat code that will reign supreme in your head. I would almost guarantee that the younger crowd even knows the code. It’s the extra lives code for Contra!What in the hell does this have anything to do with Newsweek? We have no idea. But we know it has something to do with zombies. Just in case this is a fluke, take a look before it’s gone. So. What in the name of all that is undead does that mean? Is it a hack? Is it something on its way? Or is it as simple as a Google doodle? The world may never know. Just know that “Patient Zero” is a possible name to look out for. While you’re trying to figure this out, have a listen to another piece of Contra-band. The Deftones with “U U D D L R L R B A Select Start” YouTube Zombie Attack:Hack or not a hack. That is the question. Let us know what you think. Viral Marketing GoogleHackNewsweekZombies
What To Expect From Digital Marketing In 2010 December 31, 2009December 31, 2009With everyone seemingly focused on reliving 2009 and reminiscing over the first decade of the 21st Century, it’s refreshing to see some intriguing speculation about the year ahead. Advertising Age has posted a two part discussion about the anticipated digital marketing trends in 2010. I recommend checking out parts one and… Read More
Massive “Star Trek Into Darkness” Domestic Marketing Push Starting Next Week! April 10, 2013April 10, 2013Over the past couple of weeks, we’ve seen big international marketing operations for several of this summer’s big blockbusters, including Star Trek Into Darkness. TrekMovie has come across some information that suggests that Paramount is getting ready to shift its focus and start promoting the film more here in the… Read More
Train Railings Turn To Lightsabers in Japan September 26, 2011To promote the September 16th Blu-ray release of Star Wars: The Complete Saga in Japan, 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment Japan turned handrails of trains in Tokyo into lightsabers. According to Japan Trends, this is the first time the handrails have ever been used for advertising. See another photo after… Read More