It's not rocket science, so we'll get right down to it. And don't forget to let us know who you think moved up or down this week in the comments.

Blizzard's Paul Sams
Denies Uwe Boll-produced WoW flick, and manages to insult the infamous director at the same time. Insufficient talent, spawn more Bloodraynes.

Chicago
Transit Authority orders the removal of mundane GTA 4 ads from city buses following a wave of shooting violence. Guns don't kill people--posters do?

Shacknews Community
Beats Valve 9-0 in a TF2 scrimmage. Bonk.


Valve
Finally releasing those awesome TF2 updates--one of these days. But hey, at least we've finally met the Scout. I thought he'd be taller.

Activision
Guitar Hero 4 to include new instruments and vocals along with guitars. What's next--The Police DLC and Freezepop bonus tracks?

Rockstar
Managed to hold onto GTA 4 gameplay footage until the final moment, then watched it spread virally through leaked videos. Win-win.

Ukraine
S.T.A.L.K.E.R.: Clear Sky couldn't look this good without a clear source of inspiration. But the bugs better be minor, or we're blaming you, Ukraine.

BioWare President Greg Zeschuk
Labels gaming as being defined by story alone, then labels Wii a "toy." Wii gamers want to eloquently respond, but lack sufficient dialogue options.

Black Wing Foundation, Dreamlore and N-Game Studios
Forget Pirates vs. Ninjas--Stalin vs. Martians is where it's at. One of the few times in gaming where the aliens are sure to be the heroes.

Harmonix
After months of rumors and speculation, finally releases the first full Rock Band album--and it's Judas Priest. Who's Next?

Pro Gamers
Get their arthritic hands on the Olympic torch. GG.



The Dialogue Box
And now, a few quotes we've plucked from the collective discourse floating about the industry.

"Don't worry about us, we'll guard your back while you retreat. Nothing to see here."

Stardock's Brad Wardell on PC developers turning coat to focus on consoles.

Analyst Evan Wilson explaining that the difference between Hollywood stars and gaming icons is that the latter aren't perceived as necessary components to a franchise.

Jack Thompson in a letter to the mother of Take-Two Interactive chairman Strauss Zelnick, protesting the release of the Take-Two published Grand Theft Auto IV.