The amazing Tim Schafer stopped by the Game/Show studio to talk a bit about humor in videogames, his writing process, and why when in doubt, monkeys are always funny.
Special thanks .. show full overview
The amazing Tim Schafer stopped by the Game/Show studio to talk a bit about humor in videogames, his writing process, and why when in doubt, monkeys are always funny.
Special thanks to Tim for graciously agreeing to chat on camera for the first outside interview we've done on PBS Game/Show!
We ran into Jake Roper of Vsauce3 at Vidcon and asked him about his experiences with entertaining an audience while playing videogames on Twitch.tv.
We ran into Jake Roper of Vsauce3 at Vidcon and asked him about his experiences with entertaining an audience while playing videogames on Twitch.tv.
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0x4 Does Blowing On Nintendo Cartridges Work? ft. Joe Hanson Episode overview
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Jul 07, 2014
Does blowing on Nintendo cartridges work? We ran into Joe Hanson from It's Okay to Be Smart at Vidcon and asked him!!!! Check out our conversation and Joe's video about the subject.
Does blowing on Nintendo cartridges work? We ran into Joe Hanson from It's Okay to Be Smart at Vidcon and asked him!!!! Check out our conversation and Joe's video about the subject.
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0x5 Thoughts on Anita Sarkeesian, Zoe Quinn & More Episode overview
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Aug 29, 2014
Jamin's thoughts on everything that's happened this week. It's been a really rough one!
Jamin's thoughts on everything that's happened this week. It's been a really rough one!
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0x6 The Unfinished Swan: Visual Excellence | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 04, 2014
One of the hardest questions to answer as a gamer is "What's your favorite game?" HOW DO YOU CHOOSE??!! But Jamin is up to the task, and is taking the next 10 days to talk about his top .. show full overview
One of the hardest questions to answer as a gamer is "What's your favorite game?" HOW DO YOU CHOOSE??!! But Jamin is up to the task, and is taking the next 10 days to talk about his top 10 favorite games. Beginning with... DAY 1: Favorite Visual Game. Watch the episode and discuss!!
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0x7 Dead Space: The Psychology of Fear | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 05, 2014
DAY 2: Favorite Psychological Game!
DAY 2: Favorite Psychological Game!
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0x8 Chrono Trigger: Epic Storytelling | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 08, 2014
DAY 3: Favorite Narrative Game!
DAY 3: Favorite Narrative Game!
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0x9 Uncharted 2: Spectacular Moments | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 09, 2014
DAY 4: Most Spectacular Game!
DAY 4: Most Spectacular Game!
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0x10 Trials HD: More Than A Feeling | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 10, 2014
DAY 5: Most Tactile Game!
DAY 5: Most Tactile Game!
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0x11 The Incredible Machine: Pure Puzzles | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 11, 2014
DAY 6: Best Puzzle Game!
DAY 6: Best Puzzle Game!
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0x12 Mario Party 3: Social Spontaneity | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 12, 2014
DAY 7: Favorite Social Game!
DAY 7: Favorite Social Game!
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0x13 Arkanoid: A Righteous Arcade Game | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 15, 2014
DAY 8: Favorite Arcade Game!
DAY 8: Favorite Arcade Game!
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0x14 Portal 2: Perfecting Multiplayer | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
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Sep 16, 2014
DAY 9: Favorite Multiplayer Game!
DAY 9: Favorite Multiplayer Game!
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0x15 Super Smash Bros: How Games Build Friendships | 10 Days of Favorite Games Episode overview
Jamin's thoughts on Steam's curation feature. How will this affect video game reviews and criticism?
Jamin's thoughts on Steam's curation feature. How will this affect video game reviews and criticism?
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0x19 Thoughts on Corruption and Ethics in Game Journalism Episode overview
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Oct 09, 2014
With the specter of #GamerGate still looming, Jamin weighs in with some thoughts on corruption and ethics in videogame journalism. Where do we draw the line between ethical and biased reporting?
With the specter of #GamerGate still looming, Jamin weighs in with some thoughts on corruption and ethics in videogame journalism. Where do we draw the line between ethical and biased reporting?
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts on two recent videos that discuss the importance of game mechanics.
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts on two recent videos that discuss the importance of game mechanics.
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0x22 Game/Show visits the Netherlands! (ft. Johan Huizinga) Episode overview
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Oct 31, 2014
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin is in Amsterdam! He talks a bit about a prominent figure in Dutch history, the historian Johan Huizinga. Watch and found out why!
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin is in Amsterdam! He talks a bit about a prominent figure in Dutch history, the historian Johan Huizinga. Watch and found out why!
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts the recent controversy surrounding depictions of sex with prostitutes in the new first person Grand Theft Auto 5 release.
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts the recent controversy surrounding depictions of sex with prostitutes in the new first person Grand Theft Auto 5 release.
In today's PBS Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts on the recent statistics outlining the decline in Professional eSports viewership. What does eSports need to do to make itself more accessible to a wider audience?
In today's PBS Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts on the recent statistics outlining the decline in Professional eSports viewership. What does eSports need to do to make itself more accessible to a wider audience?
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0x26 Steve Gaynor on What Makes Gone Home a Game Episode overview
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Dec 11, 2014
While Jamin was in Portland, Oregon, he had the opportunity to sit down with Steve Gaynor, creator of the game "Gone Home." Steve and Jamin talk about what makes "Gone Home" a game, speed runs and what's next at The Fullbright Company!
While Jamin was in Portland, Oregon, he had the opportunity to sit down with Steve Gaynor, creator of the game "Gone Home." Steve and Jamin talk about what makes "Gone Home" a game, speed runs and what's next at The Fullbright Company!
Happy Holidays Game/Show! Jamin will be in Louisville, Kentucky for another Game/Show IRL meetup! Come talk games, philosophy, or come let us know what you want us to tackle next!
Happy Holidays Game/Show! Jamin will be in Louisville, Kentucky for another Game/Show IRL meetup! Come talk games, philosophy, or come let us know what you want us to tackle next!
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0x29 Thoughts on The Sony/Xbox Live Hack & Griefing Episode overview
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Jan 09, 2015
In today's PBS Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts on the recent Christmas Day Xbox Live and Playstation Network hacks. Why would gamers want to hack other gamers? Can we see these as a form of IRL Griefing?
In today's PBS Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts on the recent Christmas Day Xbox Live and Playstation Network hacks. Why would gamers want to hack other gamers? Can we see these as a form of IRL Griefing?
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0x30 Game/Show in Grand Rapids, Michigan 1/14/15! Episode overview
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Jan 12, 2015
Jamin will be in Grand Rapids, Michigan for a FREE talk at Calvin College! If you're in the area, come on by and say hello!
Jamin will be in Grand Rapids, Michigan for a FREE talk at Calvin College! If you're in the area, come on by and say hello!
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts the recent announcement from Microsoft surrounding Hologlass. Is this what we can look forward to for games and the way we interact with the world?
In today's Game/Show Vlog, Jamin shares his thoughts the recent announcement from Microsoft surrounding Hologlass. Is this what we can look forward to for games and the way we interact with the world?
Jamin shares his thoughts about the short films at Sundance produced by Oculus. Is virtual reality the future of cinema? Are video games falling behind on the trend?
Jamin shares his thoughts about the short films at Sundance produced by Oculus. Is virtual reality the future of cinema? Are video games falling behind on the trend?
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0x33 Thoughts on Nintendo's Let's Play Revenue Share Episode overview
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Feb 05, 2015
In this week's Vlog, Jamin discusses Nintendo's Let's Play revenue sharing program. Will a model like this work? Will it hurt or help Let's Players?
In this week's Vlog, Jamin discusses Nintendo's Let's Play revenue sharing program. Will a model like this work? Will it hurt or help Let's Players?
Jamin shares his thoughts about Eurogramer announcing they will no longer use review scores. What's the role of game criticism and how do reviews fit into that role?
Jamin shares his thoughts about Eurogramer announcing they will no longer use review scores. What's the role of game criticism and how do reviews fit into that role?
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0x36 Thoughts on John Carmack's Vision for Future VR Episode overview
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Mar 13, 2015
Jamin shares his thoughts on John Carmack's talk about the future of virtual reality at this year's Game Developers Conference. What will it take for VR to go mainstream?
Jamin shares his thoughts on John Carmack's talk about the future of virtual reality at this year's Game Developers Conference. What will it take for VR to go mainstream?
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0x35 Robin Hunicke on Journey, Katamari Damacy & Diversity Episode overview
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Mar 16, 2015
Jamin sits down with Robin Hunicke, director of Journey at thatgamecompany and CEO of Funomena (of forthcoming Wattam and Luna) to talk about her past work and future plans.
Jamin sits down with Robin Hunicke, director of Journey at thatgamecompany and CEO of Funomena (of forthcoming Wattam and Luna) to talk about her past work and future plans.
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0x37 Thoughts on Nintendo's Mobile Announcement Episode overview
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Mar 20, 2015
Jamin shares his thoughts on Nintendo's big announcement about entering the world of smartphone mobile gaming. What will this mean for the 125 year old company, and should we be excited, or worried?
Jamin shares his thoughts on Nintendo's big announcement about entering the world of smartphone mobile gaming. What will this mean for the 125 year old company, and should we be excited, or worried?
Jamin share his thoughts on Rust's new patch that makes it so players will have their race randomly chosen for them. What are the implications of having to play as another race? Will it have any effect on how players interact with their characters?
Jamin share his thoughts on Rust's new patch that makes it so players will have their race randomly chosen for them. What are the implications of having to play as another race? Will it have any effect on how players interact with their characters?
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0x39 Thoughts on Threatening Developers on Twitter Episode overview
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Apr 03, 2015
Jamin share his thoughts on the recent internet toxicity displayed toward Mortal Kombat 10 developer Shaun Himmerick and his family on twitter. Why are people so intent on threatening .. show full overview
Jamin share his thoughts on the recent internet toxicity displayed toward Mortal Kombat 10 developer Shaun Himmerick and his family on twitter. Why are people so intent on threatening those who make the games to the point where they quit games altogether? Let us know what you think in the comments, and be nice to each other!
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