The current situation here at GameSpot, along with the various rumors and speculations surrounding it, all seem to imply that money derived from advertisement can directly impact the reviews that GameSpot's editorial staff generate.

While they may be only rumors and speculation, rather than cold hard facts, they are quickly eroding GameSpot's credibility.

I love and respect the staff here at GameSpot but I'm currently loathing the members of management, both here at GameSpot and within it's parent company, CNET. On the net I've seen them described as Money-Hats and Bean Counters but I personally think Jackass is a more appropriate term.