# The Game Room **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=437 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 438 --- ## [2011 Steam Game Collection Poll](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2011-steam-game-collection-poll/566269)
**Author:** [@tr0psn4j](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tr0psn4j)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2011, 5:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2011-steam-game-collection-poll/566269 "2011-01-18T17:42:39Z")
So I made a poll last year to gauge SDMB user’s game collections on Steam. In July, only 9 of us had over 100 games on Steam but that was 3 sales ago and I have a feeling that number has at least doubled. And in case y… --- ## [The Sims: 2 or 3?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sims-2-or-3/567970)
**Author:** [@Lamia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Lamia)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2011, 10:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-sims-2-or-3/567970 "2011-01-18T10:54:06Z")
Back when The Sims 2 came out, I told myself “Not until after you finish grad school.” But several years after getting my piece of paper, I still haven’t switched to a new Sims game. (I haven’t played the original vers… --- ## [Robot Unicorn Attack](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/robot-unicorn-attack/530897)
**Author:** [@Bayesian\_Empirimancer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bayesian_Empirimancer)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2011, 4:41am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/robot-unicorn-attack/530897 "2011-01-18T04:41:14Z")
Tell me how addicting this game is: --- ## [Portal, room 15: did I cheat?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/portal-room-15-did-i-cheat/567942)
**Author:** [@Short\_Guy\_1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Short_Guy_1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 8:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/portal-room-15-did-i-cheat/567942 "2011-01-17T20:54:13Z")
To be clear: it’s not 2008. I’m a late PS3 adaptor, and I’ve just now bought the Orange Box. I’m at room 16 and I’m having a lot of (infuriating) fun. Here’s the situation: halfway through room 15 there’s a sort of wi… --- ## [NFL Divisional Weekend](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-divisional-weekend/567753)
**Author:** [@SenorBeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SenorBeef)\ **Replies:** 213\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 5:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-divisional-weekend/567753 "2011-01-17T17:07:56Z")
Why in the hell is Greg Gumbel still announcing? Let alone important games. I generally don’t care about announcers at all, so he has to be pretty uniquely terrible for me to take notice. --- ## [So who are your teams?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-who-are-your-teams/566404)
**Author:** [@Idle\_Thoughts](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Idle_Thoughts)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 5:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/so-who-are-your-teams/566404 "2011-01-17T17:07:11Z")
I’ve done a ton of searches on here but never found any plain, simple “Who do you like in \[various sport\]?” So I figured I’d make a topic for it all. What are the main team you root for in whatever sports you follow? L… --- ## [Who are your LEAST favorite teams?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-are-your-least-favorite-teams/566711)
**Author:** [@Ponch8](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ponch8)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 3:41pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/who-are-your-least-favorite-teams/566711 "2011-01-17T15:41:21Z")
In this thread, people are listing their favorite teams. What are your least favorite? MLB: Cardinals, White Sox NFL: Cowboys (Packers close behind) NBA: Celtics NCAA: Florida State --- ## [Belichick benching Welker (at the start anyway) over his press conference!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/belichick-benching-welker-at-the-start-anyway-over-his-press-conference/567866)
**Author:** [@etv78](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/etv78)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 3:11pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/belichick-benching-welker-at-the-start-anyway-over-his-press-conference/567866 "2011-01-17T15:11:12Z")
Guess Bill has no sense of humor! if he said it, it’d be alright, I guess? :rolleyes: --- ## [Ground Golf](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ground-golf/567933)
**Author:** [@Monty](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Monty)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 12:49pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ground-golf/567933 "2011-01-17T12:49:43Z")
Have you played Ground Golf (aka Groundgolf)? Last night, a friend and I were checking out the new programs on my VOD service and one of the programs was an “edudocu” (how to play video) for this sport. The sport was inv… --- ## [The College Football Belt](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-college-football-belt/533024)
**Author:** [@Zeldar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zeldar)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 5:25am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-college-football-belt/533024 "2011-01-17T05:25:12Z")
The College Football Belt is a fascinating approach to the notion of the Mythical National Championship. I would have looked for previous mentions of this site and concept but “belt” is one of the no-no words (length) fo… --- ## [The coaches in the conference title games have it made](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-coaches-in-the-conference-title-games-have-it-made/567889)
**Author:** [@etv78](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/etv78)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 2:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-coaches-in-the-conference-title-games-have-it-made/567889 "2011-01-17T02:57:47Z")
Win or lose they get a great game to coach next. They either: coach the game of the year, or a game of glorified 2-hand-touch in paradise! --- ## [100 Reasons why Baseball is better than Football](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/100-reasons-why-baseball-is-better-than-football/567036)
**Author:** [@Red\_Barchetta](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Red_Barchetta)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 9:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/100-reasons-why-baseball-is-better-than-football/567036 "2011-01-16T21:07:43Z")
While researching some baseball and football related inquiries, I stumbled upon this list from 1987, written by baseball columnist Thomas Boswell. As one who doesn’t hold much of an opinion on either sport, I was curious… --- ## [Lets play connections!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lets-play-connections/567757)
**Author:** [@luvtinayothers](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/luvtinayothers)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 7:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lets-play-connections/567757 "2011-01-16T19:26:06Z")
Two. A penny for your thoughts. A world of difference. Invaders. --- ## [air traffic controller game](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/air-traffic-controller-game/567505)
**Author:** [@adhemar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/adhemar)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 6:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/air-traffic-controller-game/567505 "2011-01-16T18:52:06Z")
I recently saw where someone sent a link to game where you act as an air traffic controller (at least that is wht is looked like to me) I have a friend I wanted to send it to and now I can’t seem to locate the thread. An… --- ## [Auburn/Oregon live discussion (BCS Championship)](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/auburn-oregon-live-discussion-bcs-championship/567179)
**Author:** [@Diogenes\_the\_Cynic](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Diogenes_the_Cynic)\ **Replies:** 127\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 4:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/auburn-oregon-live-discussion-bcs-championship/567179 "2011-01-16T16:31:47Z")
Man, how did either of these offenses ever win a game? --- ## [Kids got a wii for xmas - help with remote sync tomfoolery??](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kids-got-a-wii-for-xmas-help-with-remote-sync-tomfoolery/567532)
**Author:** [@sangfroid](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sangfroid)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 5:02am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/kids-got-a-wii-for-xmas-help-with-remote-sync-tomfoolery/567532 "2011-01-16T05:02:45Z")
OK, so we got the kids a wii for Christmas (I don’t play it, so am not too familiar with it yet) and we seem to have some issues with syncing the remotes (wii-motes?) The un-helpful instruction manual, large tho it be, h… --- ## [Help me find some downloadable ESL games](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-some-downloadable-esl-games/566830)
**Author:** [@madrabbitwoman](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/madrabbitwoman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 3:35am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/help-me-find-some-downloadable-esl-games/566830 "2011-01-16T03:35:40Z")
(ESL = English as a second language) I’m doing some voluntary work helping a number of people (adults from various countries) learn English. At present I am looking for free ESL games that can be downloaded and run on c… --- ## [The Feud: Jobs in films by Twickster \[game over\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-feud-jobs-in-films-by-twickster-game-over/566913)
**Author:** [@Rebo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rebo)\ **Replies:** 84\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 2:30am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-feud-jobs-in-films-by-twickster-game-over/566913 "2011-01-16T02:30:27Z")
Object of the game: Give the most popular answer for each category. Rules: No reading the thread before answering. This is on the honor system. Formatting rules must be followed (see below). Joke answers will … --- ## [Simcity 4 - what plugins/mods do you use?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/simcity-4-what-plugins-mods-do-you-use/566860)
**Author:** [@Crowbar\_of\_Irony\_3](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Crowbar_of_Irony_3)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2011, 4:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/simcity-4-what-plugins-mods-do-you-use/566860 "2011-01-15T16:23:52Z")
Yes, I know I am eight years late to the party… For dopers who play Simcity 4, what plugins do you use? I am now using NAM. What other plugins do you recommend to improve the game experience? --- ## [The Hotel Bar: Mafia Forbidden Thread](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-hotel-bar-mafia-forbidden-thread/567712)
**Author:** [@USCDiver](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/USCDiver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2011, 2:26pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-hotel-bar-mafia-forbidden-thread/567712 "2011-01-15T14:26:52Z")
I didn’t see a Forbidden Thread yet so I thought I’d get one going for discussion. --- ## [Ever have a "YEAH, BABY!" moment in a game?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-have-a-yeah-baby-moment-in-a-game/567277)
**Author:** [@GESancMan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/GESancMan)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2011, 1:07pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ever-have-a-yeah-baby-moment-in-a-game/567277 "2011-01-15T13:07:40Z")
I’m playing a high-powered map in Heroes of Might and Magic V, where the neutral stacks grow to insane levels. After several months of game time, it’s common to see stacks numbering in the thousands, or even the tens of… --- ## [Why Don't You Like the NBA?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-dont-you-like-the-nba/567321)
**Author:** [@Invisible\_Chimp](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Invisible_Chimp)\ **Replies:** 88\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2011, 2:44am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-dont-you-like-the-nba/567321 "2011-01-15T02:44:49Z")
I was born and raised in Portland. When I was growing up, my dad would take me to one Blazer game every year in December for my birthday at the old Memorial Coliseum. I am a diehard fan. I still try to go to one game at … --- ## [I made a crossword puzzle! Want to try it?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-made-a-crossword-puzzle-want-to-try-it/567226)
**Author:** [@DooWahDiddy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DooWahDiddy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2011, 12:47am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-made-a-crossword-puzzle-want-to-try-it/567226 "2011-01-15T00:47:17Z")
I thought it might be fun to see what Dopers thought about the crossword puzzle I made. It conforms to New York Times puzzle rules, and I’m told it’s about a Tuesday or Wednesday difficulty. Nothing’s written in stone … --- ## [I'm too old to be driven insane by Angry Birds! Help!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-too-old-to-be-driven-insane-by-angry-birds-help/565882)
**Author:** [@singular1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/singular1)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 6:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/im-too-old-to-be-driven-insane-by-angry-birds-help/565882 "2011-01-14T18:15:41Z")
I got caught up in Angry Birds. I tried the free version, on a lark (heh). Two days later I bought the app. I have been stuck on a level for five days, and it’s making me crazy. I even downloaded a free Angry Birds W… --- ## [Why didn't the Giants re-sign John Carney?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-didnt-the-giants-re-sign-john-carney/567563)
**Author:** [@Agent\_Foxtrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Agent_Foxtrot)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 5:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-didnt-the-giants-re-sign-john-carney/567563 "2011-01-14T17:03:17Z")
John Carney had an incredible year as the Giants’ place kicker in the 2008 season. Why didn’t he get re-signed? Too old? --- ## [Why \*wasn't\* there a College Football playoff?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-wasnt-there-a-college-football-playoff/567386)
**Author:** [@HubZilla](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/HubZilla)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 3:47pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-wasnt-there-a-college-football-playoff/567386 "2011-01-14T15:47:01Z")
Okay, I get that it would be very difficult to move from the bowl structure to a playoffs. College presidents, logistics, TV money, etc. That’s not my question. My question is: why wasn’t there a playoff to begin with? … --- ## [Holy Crap!! The Kid's Got GAME (Basketball)!!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/holy-crap-the-kids-got-game-basketball/567160)
**Author:** [@FoieGrasIsEvil](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FoieGrasIsEvil)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 3:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/holy-crap-the-kids-got-game-basketball/567160 "2011-01-14T15:42:52Z")
Check this boy Jordan McCabe out. Christ almighty… http://www.komonews.com/home/video/111892554.html --- ## [Rock Band 3 DLC: Party tracks?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rock-band-3-dlc-party-tracks/567574)
**Author:** [@Tabby\_Cat](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tabby_Cat)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 2:14pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/rock-band-3-dlc-party-tracks/567574 "2011-01-14T14:14:48Z")
Ok, so I’m thinking of getting Rock Band 3 to play with my friends. Thing is, we like pop songs. :smiley: TL;DR: What DLC is good for parties, pop music that everyone will recognise? They’re not really into hard rock, s… --- ## [Plants vs Zombies](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/plants-vs-zombies/567391)
**Author:** [@Enola\_Straight](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Enola_Straight)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 10:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/plants-vs-zombies/567391 "2011-01-14T10:51:52Z")
My newest addiction: http://downloads.trymedia.com/product\_webgame.php?aff=t\_25yt&products\_id=bf07afd69a2953110344ab54a4173dc3&products\_licensing\_offering=60m\_d&scategory\_id=2 --- ## [Question about DDR](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-ddr/567564)
**Author:** [@antonio107](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/antonio107)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2011, 3:59am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/question-about-ddr/567564 "2011-01-14T03:59:59Z")
Hello all, So I recently bought Dance Dance revolution, and I’m having fun playing through it. I have one serious beef, though (well, two, but I think the reason it doesn’t hit the down arrow when I step on it is that m… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=436) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=438)