# The Game Room **URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=458 [Latest](https://boards.straightdope.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://boards.straightdope.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://boards.straightdope.com/tags.md) **Page:** 459 --- ## [Common Knowledge](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/common-knowledge/556237)
**Author:** [@Zeldar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Zeldar)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2010, 3:03pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/common-knowledge/556237 "2010-10-07T15:03:20Z")
http://www.puzzability.com/cgi-bin/commonknowledge.pl What is the common theme? \_ \_ \_ \_ == \_ \_ \_ \_ \_ \_ CHRIS TUCKER ROSIE PEREZ JAY LENO BERNADETTE PETERS BETTY BOOP FRANKIE VALLI MICKEY MOUSE ================… --- ## [The Feud: London by ColdPhoenix \[game over\]](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-feud-london-by-coldphoenix-game-over/555275)
**Author:** [@Rebo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rebo)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2010, 2:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-feud-london-by-coldphoenix-game-over/555275 "2010-10-07T14:00:25Z")
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 not be … --- ## [Victoria 2 coming out soon.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/victoria-2-coming-out-soon/549164)
**Author:** [@RandMcnally](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RandMcnally)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2010, 5:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/victoria-2-coming-out-soon/549164 "2010-10-07T05:06:52Z")
I bought the original game back in 2004 (I think) and I still play it every once and a while. I am preordering and getting the game as soon as I come out. It takes place from 1836-1936 and you can play any country in th… --- ## [The NFL is overdoing it on the pink.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-nfl-is-overdoing-it-on-the-pink/556016)
**Author:** [@Agent\_Foxtrot](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Agent_Foxtrot)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2010, 2:40am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-nfl-is-overdoing-it-on-the-pink/556016 "2010-10-07T02:40:59Z")
Okay, NFL, I get it. The league wants to expand its female audience and is doing so by a pink-saturated breast cancer awareness campaign. Asking the players and coaches to wear a pink wristband? Reasonable. Inundatin… --- ## [Computer game w/ trident-shape logo?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/computer-game-w-trident-shape-logo/556228)
**Author:** [@fuzzypickles](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/fuzzypickles)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2010, 9:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/computer-game-w-trident-shape-logo/556228 "2010-10-06T21:36:02Z")
Please help me wrack my brain…which popular video game has a trident-shaped logo as its symbol? I’m having a total brainfart right now. :frowning: --- ## [Turning a free, basic PC into a gaming one?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/turning-a-free-basic-pc-into-a-gaming-one/556265)
**Author:** [@yastobaal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/yastobaal)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2010, 7:48pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/turning-a-free-basic-pc-into-a-gaming-one/556265 "2010-10-06T19:48:53Z")
So rather than majorly hi-jacking this thread I wanted to start my own. So I’m dyslexic and have recently started university over here in England. Because of this I have been able to claim help for my studies and to cut … --- ## [My Left 4 Dead 2 download is 1% complete!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-left-4-dead-2-download-is-1-complete/556150)
**Author:** [@Unauthorized\_Cinnamon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Unauthorized_Cinnamon)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2010, 5:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/my-left-4-dead-2-download-is-1-complete/556150 "2010-10-06T17:08:16Z")
Could it be that it will be up and working on the day of the announced release? If so, how much time can I spare from packing for our trip? Anyway, thought I’d let you all know that the DLC appears to be DL-able as of … --- ## [Why do running backs run directly into the pile?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-running-backs-run-directly-into-the-pile/555297)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 11:53pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/why-do-running-backs-run-directly-into-the-pile/555297 "2010-10-05T23:53:34Z")
I’m a football fan but not a huge football strategist and Ive always wondered something. Why does the running back still run directly into the pile when he’s sent up the middle when he has clearly had enough time to see … --- ## [Upcoming games](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/upcoming-games/549831)
**Author:** [@RandMcnally](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RandMcnally)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 11:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/upcoming-games/549831 "2010-10-05T23:42:17Z")
We do this every few months and seeing as a slew of awesome games are coming out very soon I figured I’d start up a new thread. August: 13th: Victoria II A grand strategy game form 1836-1936. 24th:Mafia II Like GTA bu… --- ## [Ryder Cup 2010 Discussion!](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ryder-cup-2010-discussion/555519)
**Author:** [@notfrommensa](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/notfrommensa)\ **Replies:** 85\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 10:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/ryder-cup-2010-discussion/555519 "2010-10-05T22:36:21Z")
I love the Ryder Cup. I think it is the most compelling competition in golf and I look forward to it very much. TV coverage in the states starts early on Friday, on the east coast. 2:30 am. Actually starts at 11;30 p… --- ## [Need a Family Game Suggestion](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-family-game-suggestion/555730)
**Author:** [@Jophiel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Jophiel)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 6:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/need-a-family-game-suggestion/555730 "2010-10-05T18:31:45Z")
Our family consists of myself, my wife, our 11 year old son and a baby on the way practically any minute now. I would like to try and find a game the three of us can play together since we’ll be at home more often with … --- ## [I don't get college football rankings.](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-get-college-football-rankings/555143)
**Author:** [@UltraVires](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/UltraVires)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 6:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/i-dont-get-college-football-rankings/555143 "2010-10-05T18:05:37Z")
So #21 WVU loses to #15 LSU in a close game. Okay, that would be expected, no? If the polls are right, any #21 team would lose to a #15 team. So why does that #21 team, WVU, drop entirely out of the rankings? --- ## [Did the officials determine the outcome of LSU/TN?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-the-officials-determine-the-outcome-of-lsu-tn/555890)
**Author:** [@Gatopescado](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Gatopescado)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 3:42pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/did-the-officials-determine-the-outcome-of-lsu-tn/555890 "2010-10-05T15:42:25Z")
First, I understand the game can’t end on a defensive penalty, but… Okay, clearly The Vols had 13 players on the field, but if you watch the replay, a LSU lineman (No. 55 perhaps?) throws his helmet to the ground (a pre… --- ## [Billy Thomas and Thomas Billy](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/billy-thomas-and-thomas-billy/555996)
**Author:** [@Bricker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bricker)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 2:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/billy-thomas-and-thomas-billy/555996 "2010-10-05T14:58:16Z")
Shamelessly lifted from a blog I read, and not yet credited because I wish to reduce the chances of peeping for answers. Basically, your answer will look like: “Of course - Billy Thomas, the famous jazz player, and Tho… --- ## [NFL week 4](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-week-4/555931)
**Author:** [@SenorBeef](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SenorBeef)\ **Replies:** 98\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 2:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-week-4/555931 "2010-10-05T14:38:10Z")
Didn’t see a thread. --- ## [MLB Catcher - Umpire Relationship](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-catcher-umpire-relationship/554767)
**Author:** [@SanDiegoTim](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SanDiegoTim)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 2:02pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/mlb-catcher-umpire-relationship/554767 "2010-10-05T14:02:38Z")
I’ve been told that tradition is such that catchers can speak with home plate umpires, but not turn around and do so “face to face.” Is this true? If so, why? --- ## [Tour de France 2010](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tour-de-france-2010/545387)
**Author:** [@blondebear](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/blondebear)\ **Replies:** 131\ **Last updated:** [October 5, 2010, 11:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/tour-de-france-2010/545387 "2010-10-05T11:57:08Z")
I know there are a few cycling fans out there, so I suppose we should have a thread about this year’s TDF. They hit the road in about 12 hours. I am not a big cycling fan, but I love Le Tour, despite all the attendant … --- ## [WoW Cataclysm coming soon](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wow-cataclysm-coming-soon/553085)
**Author:** [@FlightlessBird](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FlightlessBird)\ **Replies:** 108\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 7:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/wow-cataclysm-coming-soon/553085 "2010-10-04T19:09:45Z")
With the new ‘Events’ released this week there’s more and more talk about the upcoming expansion. We even have one doper involved in the Beta. But some people want to remain ‘unspoiled’ when it comes out. So I thought I’… --- ## [Inside Things--Nuances the casual fan misses](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/inside-things-nuances-the-casual-fan-misses/554926)
**Author:** [@Casey1505](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Casey1505)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 6:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/inside-things-nuances-the-casual-fan-misses/554926 "2010-10-04T18:58:42Z")
Inspired by these posts from silenus and\*\* Telemark\*\*, what other little courtesies occur regularly between participants in various sporting events that tend to get overlooked by the casual fan? --- ## [2010 MLB Home Run Pool](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2010-mlb-home-run-pool/534167)
**Author:** [@Ambihelical\_Hexnut](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ambihelical_Hexnut)\ **Replies:** 228\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 5:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/2010-mlb-home-run-pool/534167 "2010-10-04T17:54:50Z")
Now that opening day’s just a week away, I thought I’d start a pool for the SDMB’s fans of America’s pastime. The game’s simple: Each week, pick the Major Leaguer who you think will hit the most homers in the upcoming w… --- ## [What are the chances Michael Vick screws up again?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-chances-michael-vick-screws-up-again/555934)
**Author:** [@dalej42](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dalej42)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 4:15pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/what-are-the-chances-michael-vick-screws-up-again/555934 "2010-10-04T16:15:32Z")
Michael Vick is now the starting quarterback for the Philadelphia Eagles. He’s back in the news and getting attention. What are the chances he screws it all up with an off the field issue? I don’t think he’s start anoth… --- ## [NFL Fantasy Football Discussion: Week 4](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-fantasy-football-discussion-week-4/555276)
**Author:** [@Superhal](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Superhal)\ **Replies:** 94\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 3:30pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-fantasy-football-discussion-week-4/555276 "2010-10-04T15:30:18Z")
Byes: Dal, KC, Minn, TB. The only team that really affects me is KC. I only have one player from Minn, Visanthe, and he got injured in week 3. I have a WW request for Dustin Keller. Thank goodness Demaryius is not injur… --- ## [Lord of the Rings Mafia](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lord-of-the-rings-mafia/549867)
**Author:** [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Replies:** 3098\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 9:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/lord-of-the-rings-mafia/549867 "2010-10-04T09:46:37Z")
\*\*Welcome to Lord of the Rings Mafia. \*\* Yep, buckle up everyone, we’ve got another cool Mafia game ready and we’re doin’ it again! This game is not targeted to newbies, but I don’t think anything in it should entirel… --- ## [NFL Games on Internet](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-games-on-internet/555933)
**Author:** [@SanDiegoTim](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/SanDiegoTim)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 8:04am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nfl-games-on-internet/555933 "2010-10-04T08:04:12Z")
Couple of weeks ago a blacked out game here in San Diego could be seen at this site: \[Link to streaming site removed - Gukumatz\] It doesn’t appear as though today’s blacked out San Diego game is available there today. … --- ## [Halo: Reach](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/halo-reach/554284)
**Author:** [@Least\_Original\_User\_Name\_Ever](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Least_Original_User_Name_Ever)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 4:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/halo-reach/554284 "2010-10-04T04:27:13Z")
There are only like 700,000 people playing it at pretty much any time, day or night, so surely some Dopers are out there, right? How are you liking it? Spoiler stuff for the campaign, I suppose. Matchmaking is really … --- ## [Darksiders](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/darksiders/555599)
**Author:** [@Quimby](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Quimby)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2010, 4:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/darksiders/555599 "2010-10-04T04:07:28Z")
Anyone playing Darksiders? I was wondering if it was as fun as the screenshots looked. Is it a “twitchy” game or more casual? I am planning on getting it for PC but I hear it is pretty much a direct port over so conso… --- ## [What's with that giant glove?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-that-giant-glove/555925)
**Author:** [@mangeorge](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/mangeorge)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 7:33pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/whats-with-that-giant-glove/555925 "2010-10-03T19:33:14Z")
Every once in a while, on tv, I notice a huge baseball glove at the top of the stands in the back during a game. The park I’m sure of it is SanFrancisco, but maybe at othrers also. Its three dimensional, not a picture. … --- ## [Computer Game Sequels \*worse\* than the original?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/computer-game-sequels-worse-than-the-original/553496)
**Author:** [@Martini\_Enfield](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Martini_Enfield)\ **Replies:** 119\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 5:22pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/computer-game-sequels-worse-than-the-original/553496 "2010-10-03T17:22:41Z")
I was having dinner with some gaming friends the other night and the conversation turned to movies and how sequels generally (Godfather II, Aliens, A Better Tomorrow II, Indiana Jones & The Last Crusade, etc being notabl… --- ## [HoF managers tainted by PEDs](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hof-managers-tainted-by-peds/555701)
**Author:** [@etv78](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/etv78)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 2:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/hof-managers-tainted-by-peds/555701 "2010-10-03T14:21:35Z")
Was originally thinking that LaRussa won’t get in because of Canseco and McGwire, then I realized: Francona: “Papi”/Manny Torre: Giambi/Clemens Whiche leaves, IMO, Cox as the only one w/o longterm links to a notable “… --- ## [XBox360: How can my son bring his character to another house?](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/xbox360-how-can-my-son-bring-his-character-to-another-house/555855)
**Author:** [@Cubsfan](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cubsfan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [October 3, 2010, 11:12am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/xbox360-how-can-my-son-bring-his-character-to-another-house/555855 "2010-10-03T11:12:37Z")
So my son and his friend are HUGE into Castle Crashers. HUGE. It’s all they play (7 year olds). They like to play with each other whenever they can. Now, it is true that they can play online together but they only li… [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=457) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/c/the-game-room/17.md?page=459)