TheSixthAxis: A Thank You
We've come a long way, baby.Published 31/12/2009 at 16:30 by nofi
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As we all settle down with those we love for what’s normally the biggest anti-climax of the year, I just wanted to say a public “thank you” to everyone involved with the website over the last twelve months. For starters, of course, our ever loyal readers who have stuck with TheSixthAxis through everything we done this year, including coverage of other formats, so thank you for trusting in us and relying on us knowing that we’re doing the right thing. I know sometimes changes can be counterproductive and disturbing, but as I sit here now looking over the site archives I’m pretty sure that supporting the Xbox 360 this year, alongside the PSP of course, has only made us stronger.
Thanks also to everyone that used our TSA Meets feature, unique amongst sites like ours and a fantastic community tool that allows people that have been with us since 2007 can play online against brand new members that have only been around a week – all our members that take part in Meets are friendly and welcoming and we’ll continue to support the bigger Meets that you guys organise with main site coverage right through next year too. And, again, a thank you to anyone that’s posted in our forums this year – a forum so lovely that the Introductions thread is now 55 pages and our community has already set up and hosted their own TSA Forums Awards!
And if you’ve contributed by way of comments on our stories, thanks to you too – we’ve had over 120,000 comments so far and that’s not counting all the nasty spam we have to wade through to keep your reading of the site as nice as possible. Over the year we’ve written nearly 3,200 stories – that’s an average of more than twelve witty, intelligent and well researched stories every single weekday – well, you know what I mean. Remember, of course, that nobody on TheSixthAxis currently makes any money from their time and effort, writing for the site can be a toil sometimes and the stress associated with certain posts can be really tough, but as long as you guys keep commenting we’ll keep writing.
And on the subject of our staff, which I believe are the most talented bunch of guys on the internet – paid or not – I’ve like to say a massive thanks for all their hard work this year. Peter, for leading the troops for most of the year, being my rock when needed and kicking arse with his mad video skillz; Davs for some awesome graphics work, all the trips to see all the secret games and for a mean cranberry juice; Gareth for stepping up as our content manager and ensuring there’s always something going on; Lewis for always being around to cover a breaking story; Chris for always speaking the truth; Tuffcub for his snatches and sense of humour; Greg and Robert for their unrivalled grasp of technology; Zuler for his evergreen enthusiasm; Kris for looking after our Lunchtime Discussions; Murdo, Lorcan and Tom for their blogs; and new blood Colin and Lee for joining the team at our busiest time. Oh, and Michael – hey dude.
So, with such an awesome team behind us, I’m confident that 2010 will bring great things to TheSixthAxis and hopefully this year will be the year we finally ‘make it’. I’ve been speaking to a couple of people about our long term plans and there’s some decent interest in the site and what we’ve become – I don’t normally reveal site figures but I’m happy to report that over the last couple of months we’ve had over half a million (500,000) visitors a month, making TSA probably the most visited site of its kind, and it’s about time that sort of readership translated into better things for our hard working staff. Let’s hope it all works out, but don’t worry, our community is still very much at the heart of the site.
Finally, there’s big things for you gamers in 2010 – I’m all NDA’d up, but I know of at least two pretty exciting things planned for the coming months… Have a great new year, folks!
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Roynaldo | 31/12/2009 18:12
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Lee??? Who the chuff stole my name?
On a serious note, this year has been epic, both the good and bad side, for TSA….mostly the good.
Its been interesting being a part of it all and over the past 12 months I have learned so many things, small things but things nevertheless. Had epic nights on my console with the community, made a few “virtual” friends and also found out that a huge majority of people are dickheads (I honestly didnt think there were so many!).
I am heavily intrigued to see what TSA is like this time next year after witnessing its evolution so far.
Keep up the good work chaps.
Blayney | 31/12/2009 18:15
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Definitely one of my more useful frequented gaming sites, in fact, fast growing into the best one for quick news. I hope you grow and are successful and infact get some return for the work you put in. However, and I’m sure you will judging from another recent post, remember your roots !
Soild_Nat | 31/12/2009 18:24
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2010 the year of TSA. I really hope this site makes it in 2010, its the best out there by a long margin, so much so that my RSS feeder no longer has CVG, Gamesrader, Edge etc it in, i just look for my twitter updates and hit up this site for all the news, chat and interesting pieces i need.
Keep doing what your doing and i am sure the money will role in. If it doesn’t well there is always those TSA points for trading in, you guys must have loads of them!
Topgearsam | 31/12/2009 18:35
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i didnt know you guys dont get payed it requires a lot of effort and dedication to do something like this and i thank you as you are my favourate games news website of all and their are a lot of games websites i use
Topgearsam | 31/12/2009 18:37
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and i wish you good times for 2010 and hope the website continues to grow
debasemasonsgrog | 31/12/2009 18:41
have a nice day!
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Thanks Nofi, hope you and everyone else on the site has a happy new year!
Redwink | 31/12/2009 19:04
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TheSixthAxis has grown into something incredible; I keep coming back to this site due to it’s good and informative content and amazing layout I love clicking around on.
A thanks to TheSixthAxis for doing such an incredible job with giving us the best of the best!
seedaripper1973 | 31/12/2009 19:25
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bloody hell why isnt there post archives?
…anyway i’ll have to do a double post (sort of)so apologies..
seedaripper1973 | 31/12/2009 19:26
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seedaripper1973 (630 TSA Points)
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Posted on: 31/12/2009 at 19:25
^need i say more
freezebug2 | 31/12/2009 19:26
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Great read nofi and as my first full year has passed as a member of TSA can certainly say that there has been many changes for the obvious better. Thanks to you and all the staff that do a brilliant job as a hobby. TSA has members that you can relate to like everyday friends and not just faceless unknowns that you come across on internet forums, a great bunch of guys and gals. All the best everyone at TSA for 2010 and hope ye all prosper.
hol | 31/12/2009 20:27
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Not been following what goeson here for long but so far, so good, always a great read and sometimes a laugh too. Keep it up guys and Happy New Year to you all.
iNsAnE_gAmInG | 31/12/2009 20:51
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Nice read Nofi.
TSA is a fantastic site and it seems like it is really becoming popular now and no doubt it will continue to go from strength to strength.
Happy New Year TSA!
Manorhowze | 31/12/2009 20:55
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Well said nofi.
I would like to thank all staff and members for making TSA what it is today.
I have been here for about a year now and the site has grown so much. I dont normally comment on articles or forums on any other site but the TSA community is so welcoming that I ended up joining in and now feel a part of the community here.
Heres to 2010, may it be a good one for you all.
funkyellowmonkey(ps3 id) | 31/12/2009 20:55
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Happy new year!!! Roll on 2010!!!
Foxhound Solid | 31/12/2009 20:59
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As i sit here quaffing fine wines and staring longing into the new year with my stunning girlfriend, we thank you for the jokes, slips, trips and occasional miniscule portions of truths. Best gaming site ever. Period. 2010 isgonna destroy my pocket and ps3 lol
DRCD1 | 31/12/2009 21:08
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Thank you TSA, for being an information source for gamers and being such an awsome gaming site. Long live to TSA, and that this next decade may be favourable to this site.
mark w. | 31/12/2009 21:35
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I like to wish all the best for the new year to the complete team of TSA and their families and of course to all the visitors of the site.
Roynaldo | 31/12/2009 22:18
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Awwww… if i was any more pissed i would cry, if i was sober i would call you a big girl. Take your pick.
Disclaimer: I am pissed