theprof00 on 18 October 2009
"The numerous changes to the network's programming brought on a storm of criticism from longtime TechTV/G4 fans across the internet, many claiming that the channel has strayed too far from its gaming and technology roots, and accuse the channel of solely relying on shows like X-Play and Attack of the Show!. With most of the remaining G4 original shows having been severely altered, many saw this as G4's ongoing attempt to be a competitor to other male-oriented networks such as Spike,[23][24] thus losing any unique identity.[25] G4 and Spike no longer share the cable/satellite syndication rights to Star Trek: The Next Generation. The merger and the attempt at male-oriented appeal[26] caused negative reaction on the fanbase's end."
