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What are some unique ways that games have discouraged piracy? An Infocom game called Wishbringer a long time ago included physical items in the box that you needed to solve a puzzle in the game.

What games would you give a perfect score as a reviewer, if any?

How did you end up playing the main platform that you do? Did you choose it for a specific, deliberate reason? Was it the hardware? The games? Or did you end up on it by coincidence? I ended up on PlayStation by coincidence, as a neighbor loaned me theirs and then sold it to me--but I'd have picked it anyway just for TLOU.

Back before open world single player games were a common thing, were there are other types of games where you liked exploring more than whatever the main intent of the game was? As an example, I spent a lot of time exploring in MUDs instead of trying to level or compete with other players.

What are some factors that can lead to stagnancy in an MMO? I would list, for instance, a game where factions are too segmented off from one another and their core beliefs/motivations are not allowed to transform.

Are there any games you can happily watch for hours, but which you just have zero desire to ever play?

If you are going to pay full price for a remaster, what are you looking for to make your purchase worthwhile? Improved graphics? Enhanced UI? Fixes for bugs? Something else?

Do you have any ideas for co-op games that are different from anything else that is currently out there?

Co-op games: Usually fun, or usually frustrating for you? And does it depend on the type of game and/or who you are playing it with?

Are there any games that you can play co-op or solo, but which you vastly prefer playing by yourself?

I find a shower in cold water (with zero heat) quite uncomfortable, at least for about 40 seconds. But I do it regularly since it helps me practice standing outside my comfort zone, and makes it easier to tolerate other uncomfortable experiences.

Plus, how many forum administrators would even discuss it with their members? @DC is the best 🙂

Same. Room full of light = migraines hurt worse.

Some of my childhood maladaptations. They served their purpose when I was young, but now they just are holding me back from being my best self.

Try and figure out if there is a way to avoid a similar letdown in the future.

I'll give up reading. I am more a learn by watching or doing type, I've already read tons, and I write both for a living and as my passion project. I'm going to assume for the sake of this question that I may read what I'm writing to edit it, as that is a required part of writing well.

Maybe "sanguine."

Probably. I guess I had good luck with braces. I just had all my bad luck dumped into other areas of life.

I have a misaligned jaw, and I do it every day 😞 It's not so bad though, seriously. I cut corn off the cob and cut up apples when I had braces. I actually don't recall avoiding any other food entirely, even popcorn. I probably broke the rules, but I was fine?

I saw news today about China wanting to crack down on games that allow players too much moral choice and/or feature gender ambiguity of any nature. Clearly, China fears the power of games to help players on their journeys of self-discovery. In what ways have video games helped you to discover yourself? Do you also think video games are a powerful medium for helping people to find themselves?

Is gaming your favorite form of entertainment? If you had to choose only one for the rest of your life (i.e. video games, books, movies, TV, etc.), which would you pick?

What countries are the worst to live in if you are a gamer in terms of censorship and other regulations and restrictions?

What are the best video games based on movies or TV shows?

How do you approach open world gaming so as to keep the experience fresh? Mods are an obvious answer, but what about how you play? I’ve noticed that open worlds feel fresher to me if I approach them as much like RL as possible—limit fast travelling, go everywhere on foot or using in-game conveyances, etc.

Are there any games you wish you could play, but which aren’t or won’t be available on your platform?