[Racist Watch]

On 3/12/2019 at 2:28 PM, The Blackangel said:

Prejudice is never going to go away. It's a human trait, unfortunately. I grew up in a white bred heavily Christian area. And growing up there, the word black didn't exist. Everyone here knows what words did exist. They were used as casually as you use hello. I was taught for 19 years to be a racist. And I won't lie, those words come out of my mouth easily and casually. Not because I believe them, but because of how I was raised. When you're taught something from birth for decades, it's hard to unlearn it. I'm 37 now, and I'm doing better, but I still use them all the time.

But I have to say, that there is one time that prejudice can be understood, even valid. When you're treated like dirt and scum by every person of a certain group that you have ever encountered, then you grow to hate that group. I'm in that boat. I personally hate Christians. All my life they have gone out of their way to shove the bible down my throat. And when I refuse it the condemnations come out and the names start getting thrown out. I've been called everything but a human being because I wouldn't accept their religion. And this is by thousands of Christians including my own family. So as it is now, I absolutely hate every aspect of Christianity. The people, the objects, the locations, all of it.

I like something Samuel Butler said:
"An apology to the Devil- it must be remembered that we have only heard one side of the case. God has written all the books."

Emile Zola said something good too:
"Civilization will not attain to its perfection until the last stone from the last church falls on the last priest."

I think Christians tend to be hyper-conformists.  In other words, anything weird is bullied - especially if you don't conform to their religion and/or politics.

Anyway, what is your race, if you don't mind saying?  Why do you hate a certain race and which one is it?

[Racist Watch]

Oddly enough, Trump attracting racists - doesn't mean Trump's agenda is racist - at least, not at the level of Nazis or something.  In fact,  ironically, the Nazis were simply "socialist white identity politics (anti-capitalist)" - hence the name - National Socialist.  OK, so why are all these idiots supporting Trump?  Well, he's the lesser of two evils for them.  I mean, he's stopping illegal immigration - while racists actually want stop brown/black people coming in the US, period.

[Who could make a game story? Who can program it or do the art?]

Well, myself, I'm not so good at writing stories - so that's out!  However, it would be cool if could!  Also, I cannot do the programming or art - but I am learning 3D computer art.

[Do gaming skills transfer to other things?]

I mean, if you look at math, for instance, some people say math people are better at music.  OK, well, we know gaming is all about hand-eye coordination - so what is that good for?  Any ideas?  Well, sports is also based on that!

[What controller types do you like?]

Well, first of all, there was the Atari one.   That's a feeling I cannot even remember (I was a kid in the Atari age.)!  Next, was the Nintendo controller - which seems weird now - now that I'm so used to a Wii.  Anyway, scientifically speaking, what is the most comfortable and/or useful controller type?

[Games you don't like]

I might have mentioned this in other threads, but I will say "The list includes Rayman, Paper Mario, Super Mario Sunshine.".  Anyway, the last two might actually be good games - if only I used a cheat guide to get past a few things.  OK, that assessment might include Rayman also - not sure - but it seems un-salvageable. 

[Favorite classic PC games?]

I'm not sure the name - nor if it's a classic - however, there was a game (for Apple) back in the early 90s which was about World War II.  It focused on bombing Japanese held islands in the Pacific.  OK, who has played it and does anyone remember the name?  I mean, I'm 42 now - so that was so long ago!

[Portrayal of women in video games]

SJW-ism isn't always bad - but when it's forced on people it always is.  For instance, I go to a gym that focuses on anti-bullying - and that's fine.  I mean, it's a private company and meatheads etc. can go to traditional gyms.

OK, so if social activists want progressive games - they're free to make some.

[If you were good enough to game for a living, would you?]

I wouldn't choose it as my first choice.  However, if none of the other options were as profitable and/or possible - then I would consider it.  Anyway, there are plenty of things - I can do - but I don't really want to do.  For instance, I don't like giving one-on-one live music lessons.  

[Price vs Value of Games?]

On 2/12/2019 at 11:09 PM, skyfire said:

I don't think kids in US, UK or any first world country can afford 9.95$ games every week as they release. I am sure even the parents in those nations can be allowing those games on limited basis per month or say based on birthdays. I hardly doubt about it. I personally think that some games can be pretty expensive for all people around the world at that cost. 

Games are never $9.95 as they release - that I know of.  I would think typical games are in the $60.00 range - or at least $30 one.  Anyway, $9.95 is still a lot in most of the world.

[Gaming on a Cell Phone]

Never tried this - as I'm not into cell phones that much.  Anyhow, I'm sure they're a big problem at schools.  I mean, when I was in school (late 80s/early 90s) we didn't have gaming to deal with a boring teacher, lol.

O.K., what games do you like on cell phone?

[Board Games as Video Games (Monopoly, Life! etc.)]

As with casino games, I think they might need less memory/graphics than other PC ones - but maybe not.  Anyway, I'd probably play these on a console anyway.  OK, I haven't messed around with these - except maybe one time I played Monopoly.   Well, I'd like to get into it more on console, when I get time.

[Casino Games]

Myself, I like poker machine ones, but haven't gotten into others.  Anyway, they would be the PC ones, which besides chess, are the only ones I play on PC.   Anyhow, I don't think these games require a lot of graphics and memory like most games,  but I might be wrong.  They do seem a bit sluggish on regular PCs.

[Energy Drinks]

Those things cannot be healthy!  I mean, caffeine is enough - and I'm hooked on that.  OK, if gamers do need a rush - then why not just take a multivitamin supplement, exercise, or perhaps take Vitamin C (or drink it via orange juice)?

[Price vs Value of Games?]

Well, based on my knowledge, but I'm not really hip to what's going on - games are worth the price.  I mean, it's not a free lunch!  Whose going to pay the programmers, artists, and vendors?

Anyway, I feel some sadness for people in poor nations who cannot afford games - but really, a person in the UK, US or something, can easily afford a game - probably even a 10-year-old.  I mean he/she can probably just ask for their birthday or sell lemonade, lol.

[Gaming in the dark]

I like gaming in the dark.  It's so much cooler.  Anyway, I can also see the buttons (for consoles).  However, though, for web surfing, a totally dark room can sometimes be a problem - because, despite advanced typing skills, I can't see as well.

[Do you like video games?]

I love video games - but have no time to play them - also for a lot of them, no talent, ha ha.  Well, I don't really know.  A lot of stuff I haven't really tried that much.

[Google+ is shutting down]

Does anyone remember Yahoo Groups?   They're still around, but were only big back in the 2000s, maybe the 90s.  Anyway, I had set up some music lesson groups on there - and they're still around (from around 2004)!

[Fasting]

I don't like fasting.  However, a good workout/water burns out a lot of impurities that make us feel miserable.

[Game box or P.C. ?]

21 hours ago, Keranov said:

The PC has more realistic and advanced graphics, some games which you can't play on Xbox, more customization and you can use the PC for many other things instead of gaming only. But it also might be more expensive to buy.

The PC obviously has the capability to outdo a console.  However, on the other hand, a console doesn't have the capability to outdo the best PCs.  

Well, from what I know,  a console cannot get upgrades of graphics and memory - or, at least, not as much as a PC - generally speaking.

[Favorite Arcade Game growing up]

What arcade-like games did people  (on here) enjoy on consoles while growing up?

On 12/29/2018 at 11:51 AM, Alyxx said:

DIdn't really grow up with arcade games to be honest. But I do remember playing a fair bit of DDR when it was popular.

It's highly unlikely that anyone did - as they'd have to be in their 50s.   Well, maybe not.  There are probably, even today, some arcade games in malls etc.

[Games with sympathetic enemies]

On 12/31/2018 at 5:13 AM, killamch89 said:

There are some villains that have always had an urge to create destruction and chaos just for the heck of it while there are some that were created by the same system that was supposed to nurture them and turn them into functional individuals that could contribute positively to their society.

Yeah, I can see the 2nd going on with kids of over-protective or over-parenting parents. However, the 1st doesn't exist - as I think generally kids would grow up good - if simply the environment didn't mess them up.

[What are you considering getting on Black Friday?]

I have always considered, though I normally forget to save money for, buying either the Wii U or the Switch.  However, though, the odds are that a rush would be had for these consoles. Well, the Wii U is actually not possible now as the company stopped making them!

[Last Game Purchased?]

Well, technically, I purchased, with my mom's money though, Batman II for the Wii and also another one for PC, sorry forgot the name.  Note, this was Christmas presents for some kids. The whole flighty nature of the present day has made me forget! 

[Most hours you ever poured into a game?]

I've poured huge hours into Super Mario and Donkey Kong games.  I especially did one time after it snowed (nothing to do, stranded).  Anyway, I don't get into games much, but when I have - I have often gotten obsessed.