I feel like I'm working in a sweatshop. The air conditioner in the building I work in is on the fritz and it is over 100 degrees outside with about 90 percent humidity. Relish in your cool environments as you read today's Community Spotlight. 

Bring Your Sprites Into the 21st Century
By Jon Porter
With the help of a few photo-editing programs, Jon gave a set of classic sprites a 21st-century update. Hopefully he'll start a trend. 

Do Not Press the Red Button
By Jonathan Engel
As if we needed more proof that the old people in charge of this country have absolutely no understanding of technology, U.S. senators are currently working on a bill that would give the president the power to shut down the Internet. Nothing about this idea seems beneficial to national security or public safety, as Jonathan explains.

Used Games: Why Punish the Consumer?
By Ryan Finley
I totally understand why publishers dislike used game sales. Companies that take in used items can comfortably operate for years without ever selling a new game, and publishers don't get a cut of the money. But what THQ and EA are trying to do to curb used games sales is ultimately punishing the consumer.

John Marsten's Diary
By Nick Berger
John Marsten's Western adventures in Red Dead Redemption are fun to talk about, but what is it like to really experience them? Check out Nick's hilarious attempt to put Marsten's experiences to a diary format.

Battle of the Multiplayer Racers: Blur vs. Split/Second
By Thilina Bandara
Blur and Split/Second launched within weeks of each other last month. Both are arcade-like racers with engaging multiplayer offerings. Can Thilina choose between them, or are they just too close to call?