Justin and Ethan have noticed that their game purchasing habits have gotten a little out of control. Heading into a heavy release season they thought it would be best to talk it out before they get in over their head again. The Cursed Checkpoint is a topical video game podcast focused on discussions and interviews… Continue reading
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Mail This: Treat the Disease, Not the Symptom
Dear “Jake,” My wife gets one of those magazines with 300 Fashion Tips! and a monthly “The [insert random number] Secrets to Bedroom Fireworks!” article. I don’t make it a habit to read it because, you know, I’m a dude. Last month, though, I was cooking dinner for the two of us and she read… Continue reading
Gaming Lifestyle: The Balance Between Life, School, Work and Games
I haven’t played video games since the 24 hour gaming marathon we did for A Call to Gamers. Call me burned out on video games but after 13 hours straight of Gears of War 3 I think I deserved to be burned out, though that’s not the real issue of me not playing games for… Continue reading
I Could Be Gaming
Despite gaming being one of my many hobbies, it continues to stand out as a defining factor of who I am and not always for the best reasons. There’s a negative connotation attached to the term “gamer” amongst those that don’t play. A connotation that alludes to the fact that video games are a negative aspect… Continue reading