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14May 13
Can you believe it has been almost 8 years since I first started working at GameSpot? How it began, GameSpot contacted me to ask if I knew of any competitive Unreal Tournament gamers for E3 2005. I provided a solid professional gamer and it didn't take long for them to offer a community manager position for the GameCenter service that allowed you to build your own game servers. I've pretty much done everything at GameSpot, from a daily show to stage show assistance but one area I never touched is reviews, and for good reason! It's a tough job.  Outside GameSpot, I've dealt with other games media networks, events, and services but now it's time to see how games are built from a developer's point of view. The game I'll be working with has two of my favorite gameplay components: rocket packs and rocket launchers! LOL But yes, the game is a competitive shooter so I fit right in. 
 
I'll miss all of you but I know we'll keep in touch. As for whether or not you're in good hands, GameSpot staff is working diligently around the clock to rebuild the site. I can't wait to see what's on the horizon!
198 comments
riou7
riou7 moderator moderator

I feel stupid not knowing this untill just now :( I've been busy for quite some time

You'll be missed Jody!

crazyirishmikey
crazyirishmikey

Well Ladies and Gentlemen,

Another bright star at Gamespot is gone ... but never forgotten!

Good Luck to you, Jody Robinson!!!  I'll miss you always.

soulless4now
soulless4now

You're leaving? I didn't see this coming at all. O_O

YoungMaverick
YoungMaverick

No! Don't go! :( Rocket lanchers?! Wait a minute! /:) You're working on the new Resident Evil?! :P How's it like?! :D

Mad_simon_000
Mad_simon_000

Good-bye Jody, and thank you for being there for the Gamespot community. It's been fun.

-DaNuTz-
-DaNuTz-

you too ? awwwwww, we are losing too many people here. Good luck with your new adventure, you will be missed :(

david_lck
david_lck moderator moderator

It was a pleasure working with you in the mod team, you'll be missed. All the best in your future endeavors! :)

FreeBander
FreeBander

Oh My Gosh! I'm Shocked Jody.I Wish You all the Best and Good Luck to You.

kevb84
kevb84

Best of luck in the future Jody! You did an amazing job here !

Hey_Jay
Hey_Jay

Whoa-wha-wait, what? Oh, wow. Well...

Thank you for all that you've done for us! You are pretty darn awesome. I hope for nothing but good things for you as you take this next step in gaming. I'm sure it'll be a blast!

While it is sad to see you go, it's great that you're doing something you want to do for something you love. That's real cool. All the best, Jody!

angelbless
angelbless

OMG! I though this was a joke!... first Sophia and now you? :(  Im really sorry to see you departing, but at the same time happy for your new path. Wish you the best Jody, you deserve it  :)

Hirasugi
Hirasugi

She's been Kasavined!! (salute)

Loved your work on Sync

Good luck to you

Avenger1324
Avenger1324

Wow - did not see this coming :(

You will be missed Jody - all the best for the future and hope you enjoy your new job

I'm away from the site for a few days, and 2 long standing staff members are gone - who's next?

killerfist
killerfist

Take care Jody! Best of luck with your new goals, I'm sure you'll do great and deliver a kick ass game! :) 

Thanks for your hard work on this site. You will be missed!

Garrison_Ford
Garrison_Ford

You will be missed Jody and thank you for everything that you've done to make GameSpot a wonderful place to visit.  Good luck with your new job!

Willy105
Willy105 ranger

No Jody, no!

No, but seriously, I'm so glad you get to move on into actually making games now. Good luck into your new adventure! Remember, you will still have fans here as well!

white_sox
white_sox

I'll miss you Jody. 

It'll be interesting to see what you wind up working on. Best of luck on whatever it is! :)

SlyMC182
SlyMC182

Good luck with your new job Jody you will be missed. Jet packs and rocket launchers in a competitive shooter, 343 Industries to work on a new Halo game maybe? It seem everyone is leaveing Gamespot lately first Jane then Guy and now Jody who will be next? It looks like the ship is slowly sinking. 

Pierst179
Pierst179 moderator moderator

You will be missed, Jody!

-INKling-
-INKling-

Sounds like a really interesting change. Good luck.

punksterdaddy
punksterdaddy

A' the best ti yi JodyR.

So long and thanks for all the fish!

SQUALL20XX
SQUALL20XX ranger

No No I'm dreaming, I have to be :S  nah this is real sadly :'( Jody you have been one of the best, one of the pillars at GS, though "Everything that has a beginning has an end" Neo, best of luck to you, you'll be missed for sure :'( TC.

Juniorpower
Juniorpower

Goodbye JodyR

Your time here is much appreciated as you have put up with most crap that Users of Gamespot had to dish out.  You have kept in touch with the players and made sure everything kept running Smoothly .  

8Years is impressive and I say that we will all miss you.  

pianist
pianist moderator moderator

Thanks for everything you've done.  You'll be missed here.

TAMKFan
TAMKFan

Goodbye, Jody. I wish you the best of luck.

dracula_16
dracula_16

You have a very big heart. I wish you and your co-workers all the best in making the new game.

msudude211
msudude211

It's been real, Jody. Good luck!

zanelli
zanelli

Good luck Jody, I'm sure you're going to have a great time. I've said it before and I know I'm not the only one, I really appreciate all the work you've done here at Gamespot over the years. This isn't goodbye, just GG.

Bozanimal
Bozanimal ranger

I don't know why anyone is saying "goodbye," you not planning on participating in the community anymore? I still come here, and I've never even been paid for it!

Either way, congratulations on your new job! I hope you find it challenging, fulfilling, and fun.

PcGamingRig
PcGamingRig

Good luck in all of your future endeavors!

tmaclabi
tmaclabi ranger

A real Gamespot Legend. It's sad to hear you will be leaving us Jody, I will never forget all the good things you did for me, you are so kind, humble and friendly. Now, I will have to say have a great trip on your voyage and I hope to see you stopping by here when you are free! :) Love you Jody :)

contentxcontext
contentxcontext

go out into the mists and take the world by inevitable storm fire haired lady!!! Hussah!

eiji1
eiji1

Good luck! Hope you help make an awesome game!

ad1x2
ad1x2

Good luck out there and enjoy yourself.

THE_DRUGGIE
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I looked upon the horizon and found nothing but ethereal emptiness.

...

 OH ER I MEAN HAVE FUN!

sonicare
sonicare ranger

Say it ain't so.  

Best of luck with your future plans.  We all appreciate your work and dedication to the site.  Thanks.

TacticaI
TacticaI

Really? 8 years? That was fast. Good luck Jody, thanks for the GameSpot Complete DVDs. Your presence will be missed. 

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