# The Game Room **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=289 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 290 --- ## [The Australian Censorship Board is at it again](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-australian-censorship-board-is-at-it-again/663296)
**Author:** [@Grumman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grumman)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2013, 12:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-australian-censorship-board-is-at-it-again/663296 "2013-08-01T00:34:11Z")
Not one but two sandbox games - Saints Row 4 and State of Decay - were refused classification because these morons think it’s so fucking important to prevent adults being exposed to fictional characters using drugs (gasp… --- ## [Shadowrun Returns is out today!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shadowrun-returns-is-out-today/664494)
**Author:** [@Infovore](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Infovore)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2013, 10:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/shadowrun-returns-is-out-today/664494 "2013-07-31T22:04:17Z")
More than a year ago, I backed this game through Kickstarter because I love Shadowrun and have loved it since it came out in 1989. And now it’s a reality! If you’re into Shadowrun or old-style immersive RPGs with a lot o… --- ## [Camelot Unchained (kickstarter)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/camelot-unchained-kickstarter/665012)
**Author:** [@XT](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/XT)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2013, 7:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/camelot-unchained-kickstarter/665012 "2013-07-31T19:11:15Z")
A friend of mine sent me a link today about a game that’s currently being developed as a kickstarter called Camelot Unchained. For any older MMORPG players, it’s very similar to the old Dark Age of Camelot game that, I … --- ## [Bioshock Infinite DLC released & announced](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bioshock-infinite-dlc-released-announced/664942)
**Author:** [@muldoonthief](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/muldoonthief)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2013, 2:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/bioshock-infinite-dlc-released-announced/664942 "2013-07-31T14:45:32Z")
The first Bioshock Infinite DLC was released today - four new maps with combat challenges. But far more interesting IMHO was the announcement of the next DLC - a two part story involving Booker and Elizabeth as playable… --- ## [Game: Guess when the Piper yard will be snow-free!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/game-guess-when-the-piper-yard-will-be-snow-free/657094)
**Author:** [@Northern\_Piper](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Northern_Piper)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2013, 7:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/game-guess-when-the-piper-yard-will-be-snow-free/657094 "2013-07-30T19:45:07Z")
For those of you who have not been following along in my whiny winter thread, here’s the synopisis: It started snowing in November chez Pipers, with one 24 hour snowfall that had more snow than we got in all of the wint… --- ## [Pls help: What advice do I need to give my son WRT online gaming with headsets? (Creep-o factor)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pls-help-what-advice-do-i-need-to-give-my-son-wrt-online-gaming-with-headsets-creep-o-factor/664442)
**Author:** [@Grrr](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Grrr)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2013, 7:39pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/pls-help-what-advice-do-i-need-to-give-my-son-wrt-online-gaming-with-headsets-creep-o-factor/664442 "2013-07-30T19:39:54Z")
I got my son a headset for his PS3 so he can talk to his online gamers. Apparently, he does something called a “co-op” where he plays random strangers. I’ve already informed him that there are creeps out there that may … --- ## [The Steam Friend Exchange](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-steam-friend-exchange/664908)
**Author:** [@Incubus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Incubus)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2013, 4:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-steam-friend-exchange/664908 "2013-07-30T16:52:04Z")
I have an embarassing lack of friends on Steam, and I’m finding recently that friending people on Steam is useful for trading cards and stuff. Because my wife is unable to take time off work during my 2 weeks of vacation… --- ## [Not coming to a video game console](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/not-coming-to-a-video-game-console/664906)
**Author:** [@furryman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/furryman)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 30, 2013, 2:43pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/not-coming-to-a-video-game-console/664906 "2013-07-30T14:43:09Z")
Sleep Fighter: How long can you stay awake? Fatal Fantasy: Play it and die seven days later Businessman’s Creed: First mission: Get those reports to accounting by three. Houses and Humans: The favorite of dragons in d… --- ## [George Scott and the Hall of Fame Ballot](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/george-scott-and-the-hall-of-fame-ballot/664846)
**Author:** [@zev\_steinhardt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/zev_steinhardt)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2013, 11:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/george-scott-and-the-hall-of-fame-ballot/664846 "2013-07-29T23:05:46Z")
I noticed the sad news that former Red Sox first baseman, George Scott, passed away at the age of 69. Looking at his history, I noticed something very odd. He last played in 1979, and therefore became eligible for the … --- ## [With all due respect, this thread is awesome.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/with-all-due-respect-this-thread-is-awesome/664575)
**Author:** [@Jragon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jragon)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2013, 6:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/with-all-due-respect-this-thread-is-awesome/664575 "2013-07-29T18:22:29Z")
It’s often said that any statement starting “With all due respect” is going to be offensive and disrespectful. Likewise, “I’m not racist/homophobic/etc, but…” is always going to be racist/homophobic/etc. Well I say that’… --- ## [Crusader Kings II - succession game - Sword of Islam](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/crusader-kings-ii-succession-game-sword-of-islam/660977)
**Author:** [@clairobscur](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/clairobscur)\ **Replies:** 95\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2013, 12:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/crusader-kings-ii-succession-game-sword-of-islam/660977 "2013-07-29T12:15:42Z")
So, we’re starting a new succession game for Crusader Kings II while the first game (King of Aragon) is in progress. This time we will be playing a Muslim ruler. As a reminder, each player in turn will be in control of … --- ## [NBA What If: No Lottery in 1985](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nba-what-if-no-lottery-in-1985/664754)
**Author:** [@storyteller0910](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/storyteller0910)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 9:28pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nba-what-if-no-lottery-in-1985/664754 "2013-07-28T21:28:10Z")
So as the 1984 NBA season was winding down, University of Houston center Hakeem Olajuwon had emerged as the near-certain first overall pick in the upcoming college draft. At that time, the NBA draft worked much as the c… --- ## [My Evil Scheme To Begin A Never-Ending Dynasty On "Jeopardy"](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-evil-scheme-to-begin-a-never-ending-dynasty-on-jeopardy/664071)
**Author:** [@Hal\_Briston](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Hal_Briston)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2013, 1:13am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-evil-scheme-to-begin-a-never-ending-dynasty-on-jeopardy/664071 "2013-07-28T01:13:02Z")
First, I make it onto Jeopardy. I’m 0-for-about-90 in tryouts, but it’s gotta happen sometime. Then, I talk with my two fellow contestants before the game. I don’t exactly know if this is allowed, but I’ll figure out a … --- ## [SDMB FF Dynasty League: Year Four](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-ff-dynasty-league-year-four/628336)
**Author:** [@VarlosZ](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/VarlosZ)\ **Replies:** 704\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 5:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sdmb-ff-dynasty-league-year-four/628336 "2013-07-27T17:07:00Z")
Welcome back once more the SDMB Dynasty League! Everyone seems to be back from last year, which is wonderful, and we should look forward to another great season. There are a couple of draft issues that need discussing … --- ## [PS4 and X-Box One OS footprints are huge!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ps4-and-x-box-one-os-footprints-are-huge/664632)
**Author:** [@enomaj](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/enomaj)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 4:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ps4-and-x-box-one-os-footprints-are-huge/664632 "2013-07-27T16:04:26Z")
PS4: 3.5 of 8 GB X-Box One: 3 of 8 GB Link in the article goes to a breakdown of Killzone: Shadowfall memory usage. It’s already at 4.6 GB. So does this have implications for the games that’ll be developed? --- ## [Mike Winters should be fired: Baseball](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mike-winters-should-be-fired-baseball/664540)
**Author:** [@UltraVires](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UltraVires)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 27, 2013, 1:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mike-winters-should-be-fired-baseball/664540 "2013-07-27T01:27:54Z")
Anyone watching the Pirates v Nationals? The strike zone is absurd. I’m a Bucs fan, but the Nats manager has been ejected and players on both sides are arguing the inconsistent calls. --- ## [Mechwarrior online](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mechwarrior-online/626165)
**Author:** [@wolfman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/wolfman)\ **Replies:** 63\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2013, 7:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mechwarrior-online/626165 "2013-07-26T19:48:46Z")
Usually there are a couple folks around who have a decent pulse on new games,so I was wondering if anybody knows about Mechwarrior. I have always thought it sounds like a great format for a game. Some times you just hav… --- ## [Baseball: Hitter didn't try to get out of the way](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/baseball-hitter-didnt-try-to-get-out-of-the-way/664536)
**Author:** [@UltraVires](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UltraVires)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2013, 4:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/baseball-hitter-didnt-try-to-get-out-of-the-way/664536 "2013-07-26T16:04:08Z")
When was the last time a batter was hit by a pitch but was ruled that he couldn’t take a base because he didn’t try to avoid the pitch? --- ## [Warhammer 40k](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/warhammer-40k/663153)
**Author:** [@Longshanks](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Longshanks)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2013, 1:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/warhammer-40k/663153 "2013-07-26T13:50:44Z")
One of the best things to come out these fair isles for quite some time. Does anyone know of any games similar to WH40K that have as much of an in depth storyline and intriguing premise. (sci-fi no fantasy) Preferably … --- ## [Games to play with your kids](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/games-to-play-with-your-kids/663695)
**Author:** [@Unauthorized\_Cinnamon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Unauthorized_Cinnamon)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2013, 12:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/games-to-play-with-your-kids/663695 "2013-07-26T00:51:05Z")
(that don’t make you want to gouge your own eyes out). I don’t know about you all, but I typically loathe playing board games with my five year old. They’re an excruciating mix of boredom, frustration, and temper tantru… --- ## [So, The Open - Is this Tiger's chance?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-the-open-is-this-tigers-chance/664067)
**Author:** [@Zakalwe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zakalwe)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2013, 12:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-the-open-is-this-tigers-chance/664067 "2013-07-26T00:33:41Z")
So, we have the guy who’s never won vs. the guy who’s never come from behind on Sunday. Is it a toss-up or is one or the other more likely to “fight” to hold his record. At this point, I would either bet Tiger or the fi… --- ## [Sports where the referee has the most influence?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sports-where-the-referee-has-the-most-influence/662966)
**Author:** [@Busy\_Scissors](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Busy_Scissors)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 9:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/sports-where-the-referee-has-the-most-influence/662966 "2013-07-25T21:50:26Z")
What sports are the most empowering of referees, where the refs intepretation of the rules and regs influences the way a team will approach the game? The question is prompted by a big rugby union series that has just fi… --- ## [Arguments FOR checkpoint-based game saves](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/arguments-for-checkpoint-based-game-saves/664364)
**Author:** [@Rhythmdvl](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rhythmdvl)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 9:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/arguments-for-checkpoint-based-game-saves/664364 "2013-07-25T21:23:15Z")
I just started playing Bioshock Infinite. I’m not all that far along (no spoilers please), suffice as to say I’ve gotten a chance to punch, shoot, use a couple ‘vigors’, jump on a couple skyhooks and shoot some more. I l… --- ## [Help me find a baseball stat](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-baseball-stat/664429)
**Author:** [@rogerbox](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/rogerbox)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 7:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-a-baseball-stat/664429 "2013-07-25T19:01:44Z")
I remember there was a stat that I heard once and found fascinating, it was something along the lines of “(surprisngly high percentage) of (position, I believe it was short stops) in MLB come from one neighborhood in (La… --- ## [Tour de France 2013](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tour-de-france-2013/662862)
**Author:** [@Fiendish\_Astronaut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Fiendish_Astronaut)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 3:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tour-de-france-2013/662862 "2013-07-25T15:52:52Z")
Chris Froome and Team Sky look like they might dominate the tour again this year - it was an amazing race yesterday and I took great pleasure from seeing C\*ntador struggling now he’s not all doped up. --- ## [Czech Games](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/czech-games/664419)
**Author:** [@Dr\_Chicago](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dr_Chicago)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 2:27pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/czech-games/664419 "2013-07-25T14:27:44Z")
Hello, My girlfriend’s dad has a lot of extra time on his hands these days and he loves shooters, sci-fi, realistic racing, and general action games, stuff like that, but his computer is too slow to play them. I got the… --- ## [Would I like OOTP?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-i-like-ootp/664448)
**Author:** [@DCnDC](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DCnDC)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 7:26am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/would-i-like-ootp/664448 "2013-07-25T07:26:59Z")
I like video games. I enjoy strategy games. I’ve very much enjoyed complex, involved games like Europa Universalis III and Crusader Kings. I like baseball. I’m not, like, really into baseball, but I follow the O’s an… --- ## [Braun vs. Brewers](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/braun-vs-brewers/664287)
**Author:** [@denquixote](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/denquixote)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 3:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/braun-vs-brewers/664287 "2013-07-25T03:31:48Z")
Would Braun’s recent concession that he has made mistakes in the past and the fact that he has been known to have used PED’s be a basis for Milwaukee rescinding their contract with him? Assuming there is evidence out t… --- ## [NASCAR Mudsummer Classic: Trucks on Dirt!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nascar-mudsummer-classic-trucks-on-dirt/664452)
**Author:** [@Cell\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cell_Guy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 3:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nascar-mudsummer-classic-trucks-on-dirt/664452 "2013-07-25T03:31:24Z")
Anyone watching this? For the first time in 43 years a NASCAR national touring series is racing on dirt! Eldora Speedway (Tony Stewart’s track) is hosting the race. I’m not the most ardent NASCAR fan and I’ve never been… --- ## [Head First Slide into 1st Base](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/head-first-slide-into-1st-base/664322)
**Author:** [@barbitu8](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/barbitu8)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2013, 3:08am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/head-first-slide-into-1st-base/664322 "2013-07-25T03:08:32Z")
Junior Lake beat out a drag bunt last night for the Chicago Cubs. He made a head first slide into the bag. The announcer said, and I’ve heard this before, that it would be faster not to make the head first slide. My t… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=288) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=290)