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Just our personal perspective on topics we have discussed on the podcast.
Feb. 25, 2025

A Brief Take On Captain America: Brave New World

Captain America: Brave New World Tries To Set The Tone  After seeing Captain America: Brave New World in theaters, I find myself oscillating between hope and slight disappointment for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Anthony Mackie…

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Feb. 12, 2025

The Downfall of Physical Media - Sony Pushes For A Digital Age

Sony's Push For Digital Only Media Sony has officially announced beginning in February 2025, they will start the process of shutting down Blu-Ray Production, Minidiscs, MD data, and MiniDV cassettes. This sudden but unfortunately inevitable route i…

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Jan. 16, 2025

The Streaming Wars: The Fight For Your Viewing Attention

In this blog post, we will delve deeper into the complex and ever-evolving world of streaming services and the expanding streaming wars. A topic extensively explored in our latest podcast episode, "Samurai, Helldivers, and Streaming - Oh My!" (Liste…

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Jan. 14, 2025

2024 A Year In review: A Gaming And Anime Discussion

This blog post serves as a companion piece to our latest podcast episode, "Saying The Quiet Part Out-loud - Let's Discuss Toxic Gamers." In the episode, we delve into the often uncomfortable realities of online gaming communities, exploring themes o…

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Aug. 6, 2024

Mortal Kombat 1 Highlights a Glaring Problem with Gaming DLC

The Era of DLC Oh Mortal Kombat 1, what have you done? For gamers, the allure of downloadable content (DLC) has become increasingly prevalent. Who doesn’t like offering additional features, levels, and characters beyond the base game? While …

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April 29, 2024

The Impact of Biased Opinions on Game Reviews

Introduction A well-written game review can hold immense sway over a game's success or failure. However, have you ever wondered if these reviews are always objective and impartial? In this blog post, we'll delve into the insidious influence of bias…

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April 24, 2024

Double Standards in Gaming: Sexualized Character Designs

In our latest podcast episode, we delve into the ongoing debates surrounding sexualization in video games, highlighting the glaring hypocrisies and double standards that permeate the gaming community. Join us as we examine the ramifications of these…

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April 23, 2024

The Role of Competitive Games: Balancing Enjoyment and Addiction

Introduction Competitive gaming has become a global phenomenon, with millions of players immersing themselves in immersive online worlds. While these games offer unparalleled experiences, they also present challenges related to addiction and excess…

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April 22, 2024

The Importance of Fully Released Games in a Live-Service Era

The Value of Fully Released Games Fully released games offer several advantages over episodic content or games designed primarily for ongoing monetization. Firstly, they provide a complete and cohesive gaming experience. Players can enjoy the entir…

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