# The Game Room **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=4 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 5 --- ## [New Gaming PC in 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-gaming-pc-in-2026/1031117)
**Author:** [@EllisDee](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/EllisDee)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 23, 2026, 5:52am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/new-gaming-pc-in-2026/1031117 "2026-06-23T05:52:38Z")
This market seems insane to buy in, but the market itself scares me. Is it dying? Will building your own gaming pc become a thing of the past with everyone forced into cloud gaming a decade from now? I don’t project pri… --- ## [US Open Golf 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/us-open-golf-2026/1031047)
**Author:** [@Mighty\_Mouse](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mighty_Mouse)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2026, 7:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/us-open-golf-2026/1031047 "2026-06-21T19:36:51Z")
I don’t think there is a thread about this. Wyndham Clark is leading the US Open by 4 at the halfway point, sitting at 7 under. Unfortunately he’s one of the villains of golf at the moment. In typical US Open fashion, … --- ## [2025 SDMB Celebrity Death Pool](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2025-sdmb-celebrity-death-pool/1011010)
**Author:** [@Baker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Baker)\ **Replies:** 2261\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2026, 2:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2025-sdmb-celebrity-death-pool/1011010 "2026-06-21T02:54:37Z")
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!!! The Rules You pick 13 celebrities (that’s thirteen, not ten) whom you predict will die within the calendar year 2025. If any of your celebrities dies, you score 100 points … --- ## [Grass Court All set Up!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/grass-court-all-set-up/1031031)
**Author:** [@Guest-starring\_Id](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Guest-starring_Id)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 2:51pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/grass-court-all-set-up/1031031 "2026-06-20T14:51:10Z")
Just finished painting the lines and setting up the net. (perimeter netting goes up tomorrow) In its 52nd year, it used to be my old man’s, who passed away in '22, but strangely enough the new occupants like the aestheti… --- ## [2025 SDMB Celebrity Life Pool](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2025-sdmb-celebrity-life-pool/1011021)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 2:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2025-sdmb-celebrity-life-pool/1011021 "2026-06-20T14:26:28Z")
The Life Pool. Our little redeeming game to not make us feel so bad about the Death Pool. We’re back! Rules are very simple. Submit 13 names Only celebrities 81 and older count Points awarded at end of year: 1 point … --- ## [2025 \[THEMED\] Celebrity Death Pool](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2025-themed-celebrity-death-pool/1011109)
**Author:** [@phungi](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/phungi)\ **Replies:** 127\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2026, 2:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2025-themed-celebrity-death-pool/1011109 "2026-06-20T14:14:05Z")
NOTE: As we started in 2019, Themed Death Pool Lists will be posted and tracked in a separate thread. If you are looking for the 2024 Celebrity Death Pool thread, click here phungi (aka: the Death Shroom) checking in as… --- ## [The first non-European, non-South American World Cup winner will be from where? North America? Oceania? Asia? Africa?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-first-non-european-non-south-american-world-cup-winner-will-be-from-where-north-america-oceania-asia-africa/1030947)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2026, 8:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-first-non-european-non-south-american-world-cup-winner-will-be-from-where-north-america-oceania-asia-africa/1030947 "2026-06-19T20:07:43Z")
Obviously the Europeans and South Americans have dominated the World Cup since its inception, and indeed, soccer has traditionally been bigger and better on those continents than it has elsewhere. But the rest of the wor… --- ## [Best recent nicknames in sports](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-recent-nicknames-in-sports/1018736)
**Author:** [@Telemark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Telemark)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2026, 6:58am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/best-recent-nicknames-in-sports/1018736 "2026-06-18T06:58:32Z")
There was an older 2009 thread about baseball nicknames, but I didn’t want to revive that one and I’m really more interested in recent players. My nomination is Boston Red Sox prospect Jhostynxon The Password Garcia. --- ## [What English league level is the MLS?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-english-league-level-is-the-mls/1030946)
**Author:** [@RitterSport](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RitterSport)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2026, 2:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-english-league-level-is-the-mls/1030946 "2026-06-17T14:23:06Z")
In the FIFA WC thread, @Maserschmidt mentions “the five major leagues plus the MLS”. I know that the MLS is well below the big Euro leagues, but England, at least, has many levels. Where would you slot them in? I thin… --- ## [NHL Regular season thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-regular-season-thread/1024014)
**Author:** [@scabpicker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scabpicker)\ **Replies:** 87\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2026, 10:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-regular-season-thread/1024014 "2026-06-16T22:48:05Z")
Ok, fine. I see how it is, you poutine aficionados. I’ll start the regular season thread from down here in Texas. Oddly, not many have a undefeated streak this year. Only Carolina and Dallas have made it this far with n… --- ## [Do you know any good Minecraft seeds for 26.1.2?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-know-any-good-minecraft-seeds-for-26-1-2/1030887)
**Author:** [@Xarrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Xarrot)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2026, 7:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/do-you-know-any-good-minecraft-seeds-for-26-1-2/1030887 "2026-06-16T07:04:49Z")
Any good seeds for 26.1.2 that have cool things such as a village or two next to spawn, or cool terrain genreration? Just asking because I want to build a city in a cool seed. --- ## [American Maj Jongg - Anyone play?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/american-maj-jongg-anyone-play/1030492)
**Author:** [@hajario](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/hajario)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2026, 5:24pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/american-maj-jongg-anyone-play/1030492 "2026-06-14T17:24:05Z")
This is not the silly tile matching game that’s played on phones nor is it one of the many Asian variants. This is the variant played with the annually issued card from the National Mah Jongg League in New York City ster… --- ## [82-0 NBA simulation game](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/82-0-nba-simulation-game/1030594)
**Author:** [@Snarky\_Kong](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Snarky_Kong)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2026, 4:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/82-0-nba-simulation-game/1030594 "2026-06-13T04:30:35Z")
I’m not an NBA guy, but I am a stats and optimization guy so this dumb little game is really tickling my brain. You try to build a team of 5 players given a randomized year and randomized decade. You can reroll one attri… --- ## [Kentucky Derby 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kentucky-derby-2026/1029616)
**Author:** [@Spoons](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spoons)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2026, 7:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kentucky-derby-2026/1029616 "2026-06-11T07:33:10Z")
Right now, Renegade is the morning line favourite at 4/1. And he did do a great win in the Arkansas Derby, about a month ago, so should be ready to run. But his post position–Number 1, on the rail, will make it difficu… --- ## [Prediction time: Will Elder Scrolls VI come out for the PS5 or PS6?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/prediction-time-will-elder-scrolls-vi-come-out-for-the-ps5-or-ps6/853605)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2026, 10:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/prediction-time-will-elder-scrolls-vi-come-out-for-the-ps5-or-ps6/853605 "2026-06-10T22:38:16Z")
It is many years away, apparently. With all the money Skyrim made, I’m surprised they didn’t kick into ES6 more quickly. Apparently, they focused on Starfield, which also has no release date or any information out there. … --- ## [Rules for "Aggravation" (using a standard deck of cards)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rules-for-aggravation-using-a-standard-deck-of-cards/190038)
**Author:** [@McDeath\_the\_Mad](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/McDeath_the_Mad)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2026, 6:01pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rules-for-aggravation-using-a-standard-deck-of-cards/190038 "2026-06-08T18:01:56Z")
I have lost my rule sheet for a game called Aggravation. I used to play it all the time, but have not played it in about 4 years and the rules are a little fuzzy. For those of you who don’t know Aggravation is like Trou… --- ## [Have you ever witnessed, or been caught up in, sports violence?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-witnessed-or-been-caught-up-in-sports-violence/1030618)
**Author:** [@HeyHomie](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HeyHomie)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 11:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/have-you-ever-witnessed-or-been-caught-up-in-sports-violence/1030618 "2026-06-07T11:05:25Z")
The closest I ever came was at a Cardinals game at Busch Stadium c. 2007. The Cards weren’t playing the Cubs (their biggest rivals, for those who don’t know). Being a Cubs fan, I wore my Cubs shirt anyway. During the gam… --- ## [Game giveaway](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/game-giveaway/1030664)
**Author:** [@SenorBeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SenorBeef)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2026, 8:36am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/game-giveaway/1030664 "2026-06-07T08:36:25Z")
Over the years I have accumulated game keys from various games I don’t need (usually because I already have it). Most of these keys are for steam, if not I’ll note it. I’m not just going to post them openly or some bots… --- ## [Hockey offsides question](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hockey-offsides-question/1030563)
**Author:** [@Yodalicious](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Yodalicious)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 4:45pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hockey-offsides-question/1030563 "2026-06-04T16:45:24Z")
I hope I can ask this in an understandable way. My understanding of offsides is when a skater crosses the opposing blueline before the puck, correct? So, lets say the Hurricanes are in the Knights zone. A player on th… --- ## [What is your favourite video game?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-favourite-video-game/1030285)
**Author:** [@Xarrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Xarrot)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 4, 2026, 4:25pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-is-your-favourite-video-game/1030285 "2026-06-04T16:25:23Z")
Been considering what is the average person’s favourite game. Decided to ask here because I lack social confidence --- ## [It's always the one you least expect \[Cricket Canada corruption\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-always-the-one-you-least-expect-cricket-canada-corruption/1030573)
**Author:** [@griffin1977](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/griffin1977)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 8:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/its-always-the-one-you-least-expect-cricket-canada-corruption/1030573 "2026-06-03T20:14:45Z")
The Canadian Cricket team has been suspended over gang-linked corruption… There are many sports and many sporting organizations I wouldn’t have been surprised to see included in this headline. But Cricket, ok that’s a… --- ## [Can one fielder assist another to make a catch in MLB? Plus more](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-one-fielder-assist-another-to-make-a-catch-in-mlb-plus-more/1030557)
**Author:** [@mixdenny](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mixdenny)\ **Replies:** 70\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2026, 6:19pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/can-one-fielder-assist-another-to-make-a-catch-in-mlb-plus-more/1030557 "2026-06-03T18:19:43Z")
Say the center fielder gets to the fence first but the ball is coming in very high. The right fielder runs up to the center fielder who locks his fingers together in a basket that the right fielder steps onto and gets la… --- ## [MLB May 2026](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-may-2026/1029697)
**Author:** [@BlankSlate](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/BlankSlate)\ **Replies:** 133\ **Last updated:** [June 1, 2026, 4:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-may-2026/1029697 "2026-06-01T16:03:31Z")
The first place Yankees (20-11) kick off a 7 game homestand tonight versus the Orioles. The starting pitching has been great so far and has carried the team, but guys like Grisham, Chisholm jr. and Wells need to start hi… --- ## [The Enhanced Games Sports Exibition](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-enhanced-games-sports-exibition/1030413)
**Author:** [@Czarcasm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Czarcasm)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 31, 2026, 8:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-enhanced-games-sports-exibition/1030413 "2026-05-31T20:33:43Z")
At the Enhanced Games, drugs don’t get athletes banned. They could get them rich. They took place in Las Vegas this previous weekend, and I wonder what message is being sent here during this “winning at any cost is the … --- ## [Windrose is an excellent new pirate game, now in Early Access on Steam](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/windrose-is-an-excellent-new-pirate-game-now-in-early-access-on-steam/1029300)
**Author:** [@Thumper668](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Thumper668)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 5:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/windrose-is-an-excellent-new-pirate-game-now-in-early-access-on-steam/1029300 "2026-05-30T17:38:16Z")
I’ve been enthralled with this game since I started playing the demo a few months ago. The full game is now in Early Access and it’s very promising. Please share your experiences and tips here. As time goes on, perhap… --- ## [Witcher 3: Wild Hunt - latecomer and newbie thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/witcher-3-wild-hunt-latecomer-and-newbie-thoughts/914415)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 260\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2026, 5:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/witcher-3-wild-hunt-latecomer-and-newbie-thoughts/914415 "2026-05-30T05:06:22Z")
I got a gaming laptop in March and played Subnautica, Fallout 4, Skyrim, and Oblivion(old, but on my list to go back to). During the Epic sale, though, I was able to pick up Witcher 3, with all DLC, for $15. I actually f… --- ## [Steam Deck: Prices skyrocket. Holy crap!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/steam-deck-prices-skyrocket-holy-crap/1030440)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/steam-deck-prices-skyrocket-holy-crap/1030440 "2026-05-29T18:02:21Z")
I got my Steam Deck on deep sale for ~$375. I would have NEVER EVER EVER paid the price they are now charging for their system. It’s a shame. The hardware world is being absolutely gutted. Any chance this goes away an… --- ## [What's your New York Times puzzle routine?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-new-york-times-puzzle-routine/1029599)
**Author:** [@Shoeless](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Shoeless)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2026, 6:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-your-new-york-times-puzzle-routine/1029599 "2026-05-28T18:38:18Z")
I have the coffee maker set so that there is coffee ready when my alarm goes off at 6am. I go get a cup of coffee, come back to bed, grab my phone, open the NYT puzzle app, and start my day with puzzles to wake my brain … --- ## [What are the great sniping - stalking - sneaking games?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-great-sniping-stalking-sneaking-games/1030284)
**Author:** [@solost](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/solost)\ **Replies:** 59\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 10:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-great-sniping-stalking-sneaking-games/1030284 "2026-05-24T10:01:18Z")
I’m sort of in between games right now. I recently played Atomfall and liked it a lot, then I was recommended the Metro series for its similar stalking game mechanics. I just finished the Metro trilogy and enjoyed it ver… --- ## [Kyle Busch, two-time NASCAR Series Cup winner, dies at 41](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kyle-busch-two-time-nascar-series-cup-winner-dies-at-41/1030294)
**Author:** [@ekedolphin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/ekedolphin)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2026, 1:48am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kyle-busch-two-time-nascar-series-cup-winner-dies-at-41/1030294 "2026-05-24T01:48:59Z")
Kyle Busch, NASCAR legend, passed away today of an unspecified illness at the age of 41. Gift article: Even I recognized the name, and I’m not a racing guy. Holy crap. [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=3) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=5)