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  1. js85

    Do you think media causes violence?

    No, I'm sure everyone here will agree that videogames, movies, etc don't cause violence. First off, there has always been violence, there have always been evil people, and I don't think it will ever change. That said, I think media can give people ideas, but it's not the media's fault. It's the...
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    Reversing the other thread: Game to movie/tv adaptations?

    What do you think about games being made into movies? I, surprisingly, loved the first Silent Hill movie. Resident Evil also comes to mind. Which videogame movies do you think actually worked well?
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    The "Fake Gamer Girl" idea needs to die now, please

    I don't really understand what points you're trying to make. Are you saying the fake-gamer girls (who pretend they like videogames for attention) will go away because of Gamergate? Or that girls who are feminists will stop playing games?
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    The "Fake Gamer Girl" idea needs to die now, please

    I do play CoD on 360! I use my mic, and I never get anything bad. People acknowledge that I'm a female, but I never get crap for it. And yeah, I'm not saying it's a bad thing, I'm glad I don't get harassed or stereotyped.
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    Do you think Microsoft screwed up with the Xbox One?

    I really don't think that there's any major problem with the Xbox One. I heard a pretty good comparison the other day which said the Xbox One is a media machine with gaming capabilities, and the PS4 is a gaming machine with media capabilities. I think it comes down to personal preference, and...
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    Master Chief Collection?

    I really want it - maybe I'll see if Redbox has it to play around with it before putting the money in. I'm sure it'll be worth it, though!
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    Why the stigma surrounding gaming?

    I know a couple who the man plays a certain videogame every night, and the woman watches reality tv shows every night. She will frequently tell him how it's a waste of time and she doesn't understand how/why he'll get so submerged in his game, but really, it's more active than watching...
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    Have Games taught you anything?

    Definitely problem solving and concentration. You can't play a videogame while distracted with other things, so the concentration is a must. It keeps you centered and focused, which is hard to ask for from a lot of people these days. And problem solving is obvious, especially in story-type...
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    Upcoming open world games

    Isn't DayZ open world? I can't wait for that to hit consoles or even PC out of alpha/beta!
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    What if?

    I would have SO much fun in Mario's world! I would be running around, checking out the scenery, and geeking out over the enemies. "Ha! A real life goomba!" Hahahha. Awesome thought.
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    Companies forcing us to play online?

    I think multiplayer is a lot of fun and adds a lot to every game. That said, I don't think it should be forced on you as a gamer. To verify that my copy isn't pirated is fine, but not everybody wants to play in a multiplayer/online situation every time (nor can, with bandwidth issues etc)
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    Achievements and trophies?

    I think it's fun to have goals to aim for. I've gotten gold/diamond guns in CoD by aiming for those little achievements, it gives a game new life if you go back through for things like that. But I never really start out aiming for them. I'll often play the game as normal, without focusing on...
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    What payment model do you prefer for games?

    I agree that it's a difficult call. Free to play opens up the playing field more so everyone can play, but I guess I can see how with some games you want to be able to weed out those who aren't up to par for a game (like having a cover charge at a bar). It's not entirely fair, though. Maybe a...
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    Disk vs. Digital Download

    I definitely choose digital just like the rest of you. I'm actually surprised, I thought more people would want the physical copy. I like the idea of purchases being tied to your gamertag, so when you log in on another device you can access it. There's the whole downside of not being able to...
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    The "Fake Gamer Girl" idea needs to die now, please

    Man... I feel so left out of this whole movement. I don't know what's wrong with me? I'm a chick, I sound like a chick, I look like a chick, but I never get any hate for being a gamer. I don't get sexually harassed when I use my mic, and I never get accused of being a fake gamer girl for attention.
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    The future of gaming

    I don't know that being associated with FB would inherently make it a FB-like device. Just as some movie producers don't put their methods all over movies except for just throw money at it, I think FB is capable of letting designers do what they want, but they have the distribution/publication...
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    What game would you like to see rebooted?

    I know it's always a hit-or-a-miss to see games, especially childhood games, rebooted as adults. But are there any you would be interested to see? I personally would love to see Parappa the Rappa be made into an arcade game, because all the cheesy aside it was a lot of fun. I can still sing all...
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    One vs 360

    Did you get the One yet? Do you still play your 360? And conversely, why haven't you gotten the One yet? I personally can't afford it, but I play frequently on another's One. I still have the 360. I think if I were to afford the One, I'd still go back and forth with the 360 as there are still...
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    Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare

    This game is making pretty big waves given how badly Ghosts floundered and the typical groan-reaction based on the negative stigma of not being a serious game. I've been playing it and I have to say it's really entertaining, in the same way Titanfall is. It isn't a serious...
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    Games that make you want to smash your phone

    Have any of you played Dots? Oh goodness, this game makes me boil! It's so much fun passively, until you get stuck on a difficult level. Whenever I say "THIS EFFING GAME!" everyone knows what I was just playing. :)